Yukon College Signs MOU With the Association franco-yukonaise
Whitehorse – Yukon College and the Association franco-yukonaise signed their first accord to work together in providing English and French language services to adults. Both organizations provide adult education services to the community and are now
looking at enhancing their programs through a cooperative delivery effort.
“Yukon College looks forward to working with our new community partners so that we may continue to engage in building strong adult programming within our community,” said Terry Weninger, President of Yukon College. “The diversity of our partnerships provides a dynamic educational experience which prepares our students with global awareness.”
"This is an important event. It is the first time, since the creation of SOFA (Adult education services) in October 2000, that we will be signing a principle understanding with Yukon College,” said Gael Marchand of the Association franco-yukonaise. “We sincerely thank the College representatives who have initiated this process. This accord is promising for the future of post-secondary education in English and French. "
The memorandum of understanding ceremony took place at the Association of franco-yukonaise Cultural Centre on Thursday, May 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Ann Bowen
Coordinator, College Relations
Yukon College
867 668 8786
www.yukoncollege.yk.ca