“Graduating from the public relations program at Algonquin College changed my life. I was provided with the knowledge and practical skills required for a dynamic and exciting career.”
Andrea MacLean
Class of ‘03
Communications Officer
Bruyère Continuing Care
“After I completed my university degree, I was unsure of what I wanted to do and how to proceed. Two years at Algonquin College helped me realize and achieve my goals as well as my dream job. It was the public relations program that ultimately helped ‘jumpstart’ my career in government communications.”
Evan Koronewski
Class of ‘08
“The public relations program can greatly enhance your career opportunities within the communications industry. As a university graduate with a communications background, I found the PR program not only augmented my degree, but it also provided me with the hands-on communications skills that today’s employers want from graduates. My employment in the communications field is a direct result of the training I received in this program.”
Dean Morin
Class of ‘05
Communications Manager
Canadian Automobile Association (CAA)
“The two-year Algonquin public relations program was a perfect combination of academic courses and practical experience. Thanks to the PR program, I was able to blend public relations with a nursing background to pursue my goal of working in health promotion and health communications.”
Danielle Côté APR
Class of ‘90
Vice President
BKT Health Promotion and Communication Inc.
“As a proud member of the first graduating class, I can honestly say that “I owe it all to the PR program”! In the 25 years since being a student, I have been able to apply what I’ve learned from the program each and every day. I cherish the role models and friendships I have gathered along the way, including fellow alumni, faculty and support staff, and have maintained a close connection with Algonquin and the PR program for over two decades.”
Léa (Gagné) Werthman APR
Class of ‘86
Account Executive
Service Canada
“What I learned in the Algonquin College public relations program goes beyond the textbook skills required in my field. I received daily guidance and career advice from respected professionals who are truly passionate about imparting what they know. The amount of hands-on, actual in-office work experience for real clients gave me not only the PR skills to do the job but also the interpersonal skills required to succeed in business. This program helped get me to where I am today.”
Abby Simpson
Class of ‘07
Promotions Coordinator
Rogers Radio Vancouver
“I have a great career and owe it all to the Algonquin PR program. Not only did it equip me with the necessary knowledge and skills to start my career, but it also enabled me to gain industry contacts, valuable hands-on experience while in school, and the desire and ability to keep on learning even after graduation.”
Kelly Rusk
Class of ‘06
Marketing and Communities Manager
MediaMiser Ltd.
“The PR program to me is all about friends, family, and future. It’s a two-year adventure where you forge relationships and contacts, work for the betterment of yourself and the community, and develop the skills and practical experience to navigate your career path. The program has provided me with so much. I received excellent training on a wide variety of subjects, developed core friendships, and even met my future wife. The program’s reputation and level of success speaks for itself. But, I think its greatest success is the family environment it creates and the sense of camaraderie and support it inspires. I can’t think of a better legacy.”
Steve Lemieux
Class of ‘99
Internal Communications Coordinator
City of Ottawa