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Our Faculty

Meet our instructors and learn more about their experience and credentials!

Leaders in their field, our instructors all have a key focus on providing high-tech, hands-on learning opportunities for our students – dedicated to creating the next generation of skilled workers within their chosen field.

  • The purpose of this award is to recognize and reward high quality instruction. The award of Presidential Instructional Excellence is honorary and will be conferred on highly accomplished academic staff members who have demonstrated significant contributions and have taught a minimum of five years at Olds College. The nominee must be a full-time or part-time permanent Academic staff member who has not been an award recipient within the last five years.

    Past Recipients:

    2023 - Mark Fournier

    2022 - Jaryn Scheck

    2021 - Karen Lesnick

    2019 - Larry Eskesen

    2018 - Laurie Newsham

    2017 - Carmel Maloney

    2016 - Dr. Dave Bjolin

    2015 - Lori Kemp

  • In recognition of distinguished service, the title of Instructor Emeritus is not automatically bestowed. This honorary title is conferred upon highly accomplished and recognized retired instructors who have made significant contributions and provided at least fifteen (15) years of service at the College.

    Past Recipients:

    2014 - Ian Hall

    2008 - Ray Gesshe

    2007 - Lynn Henry

School of Life Science & Business

The School of Life Science & Business provides dynamic high-tech, hands-on learning opportunities in support of animal health, business and horticulture. The School is also home to the National Meat Training Centre and the Olds College Botanic Gardens.

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Marion Anderson

DVM, MSc

Equine Reproduction Instructor

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Alisa Brace

RVT

Instructor

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Misty Clouston

RVT, FFCP (Veterinary and Equine)

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Gerard Fournier

BA, RSE Landscape Horticulturist

Instructor

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Ken Fry

Ph.D.

Entomology Instructor

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Tyler Grant

Instructor

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Jennifer Hainsworth

MBA, BHRLR

Instructor

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Jackie Lind

RVT

Instructor

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Jason Pick

MSc.,BASc.

Turfgrass Instructor

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BR Pirri

Instructor

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Phil Renaud

ISA Certified Arborist® (PR 5115-A) ISA TRAQ Qualified

Arboriculture Instructor

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Jaryn Scheck

B.Sc. Ag., DVM

Animal Health Instructor

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Kelsey Shacker

DVM, BSc Ag

Animal Health Technology Instructor

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Kurt Spady

PhD, MBA, BMgmt

Business Management Instructor

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Robert Spencer

BSA, MSc

Horticulture Instructor

School of Trades & Skills

The School of Trades & Skills is dedicated to creating the next generation of skilled trades workers. Working closely with industry, the School provides learners with education in a variety of trades and apprenticeships using the newest equipment.

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Ric Acheson

JNM HET

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Brenda Bauer

Hospitality & Tourism Management Instructor

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Dennis Beaudoin

RSE

Dean of School of Trades and Skills

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Sean Bieri

Assistant Brewer

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Paul Blankestijn

RSE Journeyperson

Associate Dean, School of Trades and Skills

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Jason Finnigan

RSE AET, HET

Associate Dean

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Doug Johnson

RSE Welder, RSE Steamfitter/Pipefitter

Instructor

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Tony Jordan

RSE

Instructor

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Madeline Kwan

Farrier Science Instructor

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Dave Moroz

Instructor

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James Palidwar

RSE

Instructor

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Aaron Perry

Farrier Science Instructor

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Mike Schell

Journeyman AET/HET Red Seal

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Lyle Statham

Ag Production Dip, Ag Mech Dip, Ag Equip Tech Jmn

Werklund School of Agriculture Technology

The Werklund School of Agriculture Technology is a global leader in technology-driven education, offering certificates, diplomas, and applied degrees in agriculture-related fields. Emphasizing hands-on skills and applied research, the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology prepares students for evolving job opportunities and global challenges in areas such as land and environmental resources, agricultural technology, and sustainability.

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Bertrand Bickersteth

M.A., B.A.

Instructor

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Christine Chalaturnyk

B.A, B.Ed, M.Ed

Associate Dean

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Nikki Cook

BFA, PhD

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Brad Dowell

M.Sc. Ag Econ

Master Instructor Ag Management

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Dustin Farr

P.Ag.

Instructor

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Keith Friedlander

PhD

Instructor Business Communications

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Christine Fulkerth

MSc., P.Ag.

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George Gaeke

Instructor

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Leila Hickman

BSc. Agriculture

Instructor

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Bob Hoffos

B.Sc.

Geospatial Technologies and Drone Instructor

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Tahmid Huq Easher

Ph.D., MSc.

Instructor

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David Johnson

MSc, BA, BEd

Instructor

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Dan Karran

Ph.D., P.Ag.

Instructor

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Alireza Keyhani

PhD

Instructor Agriculture Technology

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Lisa King

Associate Dean

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Simon Knutson

M.Sc., B.Sc.

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Nicola Millions Hollamby

BA, BEd

Land and Water Resources Instructor

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Laura Mills

BASc, MSc

Instructor

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Andrea Mix

M.Ed., B.Ed., CRS

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Kyle Puchala

Bsc, CCA

Instructor

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Brendan Richardson

MA

Instructor

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Ravneet Singh

P.Eng.

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Nicole Zukiwsky

BSc, MSc

Livestock Production Instructor