Olds College Alumni Association (OCAA)
The Olds College Alumni Association (OCAA) exists to link alumni with the College and with each other, and to support the mission and activities of Olds College.
OCAA is a volunteer, non-profit organization which works interdependently with Olds College Advancement, representing the alumni constituency, providing advice, as well as contributing to scholarships and bursaries for Olds College students.
OCAA Membership
Membership in the Olds College Alumni Association is open to all persons who have attended Olds College, as well as past and present College staff and faculty.
OCAA Board
OCCA Alumni Board represents the alumni constituency, providing advice, and determining policy. Board members are elected and serve without financial remuneration. The Alumni Board meets four times annually. If you are interested in being more involved with the OCAA or being a part of any sub-committees, contact the OCAA or the Alumni Office.
The Directors and Officers of the Association constituting the Board are:
- President: Jason Finnigan
- Past President: Laurinda Parkinson
- Vice-President: Christina Zilinski
- Treasurer: Marjorie Brewin
- Secretary: Gerry Coen
- Honorary President: Edith Edge
- Six Directors who are Alumni Members: John Perry, Doug Jones, James Burns, Sandra Hanson, June Finlay, Linda Tomlinson
- Olds College Students' Association representative: Donald MacLeod
- Olds College Faculty Association representative: Lyle Statham
- Alumni Relations: Dean Turnquist
- President of the College or designate
Alumni Archives & Museum
Alumni Corner (aka the Alumni Museum) maintains an impressive collection of archives and artifacts that ensure our rich century-long history is preserved by caring hands as a legacy for future generations. The collection is used by members of the college community for reference or displayed at events showcasing Olds College’s distinguished achievements.
- Vist the Alumni Museum in the Learning Resource Centre.
- Open hours vary throughout the year, and visits can also be arranged by appointment.
Olds College Alumni Association Student Awards
The Olds College Alumni Association honours deserving alumni and supports current students as they work their way toward graduation.
- Hall of Fame Award
- Good Samaritan Award
- Golden Anniversary Entrance Bursary
- Olds College Alumni Association Entrance Bursary
- Olds College Alumni Association Proficiency Prizes
OCAA Awards Criteria and Nomination Process
- Visit the OCAA Awards page
Degree, Diploma, & Certificate Frames
Give your Olds College Degree, Diploma or Certificate the status it deserves by displaying it in a distinctive, high-quality Canadian-made frame specially designed for Olds College graduates.
