By Josh Hall (Twitter: @Vancan19)

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RDP invites community to Homecoming

Oct 12, 2022 | 7:00 PM

Red Deer Polytechnic is inviting the public to an upcoming event called Homecoming.

Homecoming is intended to be a way to connect with alumni, prospective and current students, employees and community members.

It’s happening Oct. 20-22 on the main campus.

“The past few years have been challenging to fully engage with our stakeholders because of COVID-19, so we are extremely excited to open our doors for Homecoming,” says Stuart Cullum, President of Red Deer Polytechnic. “The range of events appeal to a diverse audience and it’s a great opportunity for the Polytechnic to showcase what we have to offer. With growing program offerings taught by industry experts in modern facilities, we are a premier polytechnic institution that serves not only in the region, but the entire province.”

It’s estimated that RDP has 80,000 alumni from its 58-year history.

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“[These] are leaders in their professions and communities,” says Richard Longtin, Vice President, External Relations. “The valuable connections with alumni and community members enrich the Polytechnic, region and Alberta. Homecoming is an ideal opportunity for alumni to reconnect with one another, to meet current students and faculty, to interact with community members and to see how the institution has evolved as Red Deer Polytechnic.”

A variety of academic, athletic, cultural and social events will be held at the Polytechnic over the three days, RDP notes.

According to RDP, one such event is Palate: A Taste of Local, formerly known as Fine Wine and Food Tasting Festival. This elegant tasting event provides opportunities for guests to explore local, handcrafted food and beverages. The new name reflects the increased diversity of items offered and the event’s mission to celebrate regional businesses and ingredients.

Open House provides an opportunity for prospective students to explore Red Deer Polytechnic’s programs and services, to tour main campus, to participate in interactive activities, and to apply for one of the institution’s more than 80 programs. Community members are also invited to explore main campus and learn more about the Polytechnic’s offerings. At Open House, application fees to study in 2023 will be waived.

Event summary

Thursday, October 20

Palate: A Taste of Local | Cenovus Learning Commons | 7 pm
Philosopher’s Café | Library Information Commons | 7 pm
Queens and Kings Basketball Home Opener | Fas Gas – On The Run Gymnasium | 6 and 8 pm

Friday, October 21

Free 30 Minute Fitness Sessions | Collicutt Performance Fitness Zone | Cycle 6 pm | Fitness Step 6:45 pm Library 20th Anniversary Celebration | Library Information Commons | 7 pm
Kings Hockey | Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre Arena | 7 pm

Saturday, October 22

Open House | Main Campus | 9 am – 12 pm
Queens and Kings Soccer | Red Deer Polytechnic Main Field | 12 and 2 pm | tickets are not required

More information about Red Deer Polytechnic’s Homecoming is available online.

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