Student Connection program celebrates 10 years of connecting businesses and students.

The University of Regina is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Student Connections program, which pairs bright young post-secondary students with businesses and organizations in need of Internet-based training.

In the decade since its inception, the Student Connections program has helped more than 200,000 Canadian entrepreneurs learn how to use the Internet to successfully operate and expand their businesses. In that same time, thousands of Canadian post-secondary students gained valuable experience and expanded their business networks as they shared knowledge with entrepreneurs and business owners.

Dr. R. B. Maguire, director of the program, says, "It has been our pleasure to have the Student Connection program here at the University of Regina since the program's inception. The last 10 years have not only provided opportunities for hundreds of our students to gain worthwhile work experience; but has given us the opportunity of being of service to the community and build beneficial ties to industry. The Student Connections program supports our motto, 'As One Who Serves.' We value its contribution to the institution and our community."

Brenda Braaten, executive director of the Regina Construction Association sums up her experience with the Regina Student Connections saying, "The students came in and completely understood our business without having any background in it. I am still amazed by that."

"Students continually impress our clients with their innovative and positive work ethic. We are proud of their accomplishments and look forward to many more successful years with the program."