“When I saw my grandma getting older, I wanted to take care of her, but didn’t know how.” Seeing family members face health challenges cemented Justine’s future. “I finally found my purpose. Nursing would allow me to help my family…
Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs) are in high demand in B.C., and my hometown of Dawson Creek is no exception. Dawson Creek is one of B.C.’s most important hubs for psychiatric care and has so much to offer young families looking…
1. Supportive Staff Chelsea T. “I would not have made it through the program if it weren’t for Stenberg College’s supportive staff. There were many ups and downs through which Stenberg supported me and helped me grow as a person…
So passionate and driven, it is surprising to learn that for most of her life, Ji’s career aspirations were “to just clock in and out of a mundane job.” How does someone with such indifference toward a career end up…
Lovee Sidhu has always supported and made a difference in the lives of those she loves. As a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Lovee is now able to help others on a professional level in a career she loves.
“Always take the risk for self-development.” My name is Hannah Clemence Sophia C. Calumag and I am a risk taker. I grew up in a rural community in Bangui, Ilocos…
Nelofar Rahimi, or Nelly as friends know her, was born in Pakistan, the child of Afghan refugees. When she was just five years old, Nelly and her family immigrated to Canada and settled in Burnaby. Recalling the sacrifices her parents…
“My first month in Canada was very tough. I’ve never lived alone before and I was trying to cope with this feeling of not having family around while keeping up with my studies,” recalled Student of the Year Finalist for…
Deborah McGregor and Jonathan Hutchings are at ease with one other. They have the kind of love that lets them be comfortable in each other’s presence. The kind of love that stems from a deep respect of one another. The…
It was hard for Stefania Jimenez to talk about herself. Accustomed to focusing on her patients and taking care of others, Stefania usually asks the questions. She let out a small laugh when asked what makes her a good nurse,…
After graduating from the Psychiatric Nursing program, I wrote and passed the Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Canada Examination (RPNCE) exam and am enjoying life as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse. Part…
During my fourth semester of the Psychiatric Nursing program, we took a medical‑surgical nursing course. All the rumours I had heard about the course were true: it was intense, challenging,…
I can’t say enough good things about this program. The online format gave me the flexibility to continue working during the program. The teachers were…
Montana S.
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant
I completed my Education Assistant program online in June 2019. This is an excellent program with amazing and welcoming staff. Stenberg is a great college…
Maddie L.
Education Assistant
This is a college that cares about its students. The instructors want to see you succeed and they give you the tools to do so.…