News Archives: GPRC recognizes Star Students online
Monday, November 30th, 2020
Jennaie St. Hilaire, second year in GPRC's Bachelor of Education program.
GPRC’s President’s Ball is the College’s largest annual fundraising event. With collective donations over the past five years, this event has helped to raise over $480,000 directly impacting our students and their success. One of the most loved aspects of the President’s Ball is recognizing our Star Students.
Star Students are students that stand out and shine for a variety of reasons including being an academic star; an outstanding volunteer involved in the College community; or someone who has shown significant improvement or made outstanding effort during their time here at GPRC. Star Students are nominated by GPRC faculty and staff.
Although, the 2020 GPRC President’s Ball was postponed until it’s safe to all get together again, we are excited to still highlight and recognize 8 incredible students virtually.
Thank you to our community for your valued support and ongoing commitment to our College.
Meet Jennaie St. Hilaire.
Jennaie is a second year in GPRC’s Bachelor of Education program. GPRC Communications and Marketing got to virtually meet with Jennaie and ask a few questions on what it meant to her to be recognized by her instructors as a Star Student.
Check it out.
What does it mean to you to be chosen as a Star Student and recognized for your hard work?
I am honoured to have been chosen as a Star Student. I feel extremely grateful to be recognized.
Why did you choose to come to GPRC? What have been some highlights of your academic career so far?
After experiencing a difficult start to my post-secondary education at a larger university, I decided to begin a new academic journey at GPRC. So far, my experience has been extremely positive. I am enjoying my program more than I thought was possible.
What are your future goals after you finish your program at GPRC?
I hope to become a high school English teacher and empower students to succeed in their aspirations, as my teachers have done for me.
What are you up to when you’re not studying or in class?
I enjoy reading, playing music, and spending time with friends and family.
We want to know some of your favourites. Favourite class so far at GPRC? Favourite study snack? Favourite study spot?
I love all the English courses I’m currently taking: EN 3180 with Dr. Jones, EN 2060 with Dr. Joyce, and EN 2950 with Dr. Lapointe. Through these courses, and thanks to GRPC’s excellent English professors, I feel that I’ve found my place.
This has been an unprecedented year with the COVID-19 pandemic. How have you adapted to the new learning landscape? What have been some helpful or useful tips you have learned throughout this experience?
I’m grateful to my professors for being understanding and accommodating, and always working to make the most out of online learning. Their investment and support have made all the difference. This challenging year has taught me the importance of flexibility and resilience.
What advice would you give to a fellow student to motivate them in their studies?
There is nothing wrong making mistakes. The academic challenges we face can be daunting but lead to tremendous growth. Push through adversity with courage and confidence in your abilities. You are capable of more than you know.
Congratulations Jennaie on being chosen as a 2020 Star Student. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next.
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