(London, Ontario) — Fanshawe College has unveiled its latest digital initiative: a robust website spotlighting and amplifying its array of community partnerships. This platform serves as a dynamic hub, offering in-depth insights into collaborations that drive innovation, foster research and elevate workforce development.
Explore the new website at www.fanshawec.ca/partnerships to discover the breadth and depth of Fanshawe’s commitment to fostering transformative partnerships that drive success and sustainably enrich our community.
As one of Ontario’s premier polytechnic institutions, Fanshawe boasts an annual talent pool exceeding 30,000 students, a network of over 200,000 accomplished alumni, and a team of 3,000 industry-expert faculty members. These resources, combined with strategic partnerships, underscore the institution’s commitment to harnessing collective expertise for the greater good.
“Fanshawe has a long history of working closely with industry and community partners to develop the workforce of the future and make a sustainable impact on our community,” says Jeff Wright, vice president of Corporate Strategy and Business Development. “This new website provides a virtual front door for new and existing partners to explore all the ways they can engage with Fanshawe – whether it’s accessing our student talent, building a recruitment pipeline for their business, upskilling their workforce or conducting research and innovation projects. Our goal is to provide a streamlined experience, tailored to their business needs.”
The newly launched website aims to be more than a digital repository—it’s a strategic portal designed to cater to diverse partnership needs. Fanshawe commits to a tailored approach, delivering bold, innovative, and strategic solutions to our partners’ challenges.
Key focus areas of the website:
- Employee Recruitment: Fanshawe’s partnerships offer avenues for businesses to tap into a pool of skilled, motivated graduates.
- Research and Innovation: Collaborations with industry leaders foster groundbreaking research and drive innovation to solve real-world challenges.
- Skills Development: By aligning with partners, Fanshawe facilitates the development of specialized skills required for evolving industries.
- The website also features select case studies spotlighting the profound impact that Fanshawe College has had on local communities and businesses, showcasing tangible success stories resulting from these collaborations.
Quotes from Fanshawe partners:
“The team at Fanshawe was a great group to work with. They understood what we were looking to do and our desire to capture the needs of young people in the county.”
- Katherine Krakowski, director of employment and housing services, YOU
“As a not-for-profit with very limited resources, I got these bright young minds focused on what we’re doing to enhance our message to increase our visibility and awareness. I’m very thankful that Fanshawe offers this program.”
- Carole Brohman, executive director, Colorectal Cancer Canada
For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Matt Quin
Director, Corporate Communications
Fanshawe College
mquin@fanshawec.ca
226-984-7273
