<p class="ql-align-justify">Dedication to student success is Algonquin College’s guiding principle and is demonstrated through the quality of its programs, staff, the continual expansion of its facilities, and by forging strategic partnerships. Every action since the College was established has been to ensure students have access to the education and skills training demanded by the marketplace to launch a rewarding career.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology was established in 1967 and was named after the First Nations people who lived in the area. Algonquin was formed from the merger of the Eastern Ontario Institute of Technology, established 1957, and the Ontario Vocational Centre, established 1965. The College celebrates 51 years as a leader in post secondary education, and has undergone significant growth since its establishment and continues to grow today.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">With 200 programs of study and 20,000 full time students, Algonquin College is one of Canada's largest colleges. The college is located in Ottawa, Canada's vibrant, metropolitan and multicultural capital city. The College proudly nurtures a friendly, student-oriented atmosphere. Students come to Algonquin College from around the world to study English, take second and third year courses within their area of specialization, and to pursue customized skills upgrading and training programs. International students experience the Canadian approach to an applied education by studying, working and collaborating with Algonquin College students and faculty in learning, teaching and research.&nbsp;</p><p class="ql-align-justify"><br></p><p><strong>Why Algonquin College - Pembroke</strong></p><ul><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Campus</u>: Algonquin is one of Canada's largest colleges yet is still small enough to nurture a friendly, student-oriented community atmosphere. Algonquin College - Pembroke is located in Pembroke, Ontario.&nbsp;</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Facilities</u>: The International Education Centre is there to help students succeed academically while enjoying life at a welcoming, multicultural school located 1.5 hours outside Ottawa, Canada. The Algonquin College - Pembroke campus has recently completed major expansion projects.&nbsp;</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Location</u>:&nbsp;Algonquin College - Pembroke is on the banks of the Ottawa River. It is a gateway to Algonquin Provincial Park and is surrounded by hundreds of kilometers of natural areas, forests and waterways. Pembroke is home to world-class whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, boating, camping and hiking. Known as the Heart of the Ottawa Valley, Pembroke is home to Canada’s largest outdoor art gallery and is officially registered as Hockeytown Canada. Prime shopping, museums and festivals round out some of Pembroke’s great amenities.</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Mission</u>: Algonquin College's mission is to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success. The College aims to be a global leader in personalized, digitally connected, experiential learning.&nbsp;Algonquin's core values include: caring, learning, integrity, and respect.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p>