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Fanshawe College is opening its doors this weekend to prospective students and their families at its Simcoe/Norfolk Regional Campus.
The Spring Open House, taking place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will give visitors the opportunity to explore the campus, tour classrooms and labs, and learn more about available programs and student services.
The event is aimed at high school students, recent graduates, and individuals considering a career change or further education. Attendees will have the chance to meet faculty, staff, and current students while gaining insight into both full-time and part-time programs designed to prepare graduates for in-demand careers in the region.
Programs highlighted during the open house include fields such as Practical Nursing, Personal Support Worker, Early Childhood Education, Welding Techniques, Supply Chain Management, and Social Service Worker, among others. The campus also offers Academic Upgrading and continuing education options for adult learners.
Campus leadership says one of the key advantages of studying locally is the supportive and personalized learning environment. Smaller class sizes, easier access to instructors, and strong connections with local employers are among the benefits often highlighted.
Officials also point to practical advantages such as lower tuition costs compared to larger urban campuses and free parking, helping to make post-secondary education more accessible for students in the region.
In addition to exploring programs, visitors who register for the event online will be entered for a chance to win a $5,000 tuition credit.
Fanshawe representatives say the open house is an opportunity for future students to see firsthand how the Simcoe/Norfolk campus connects education with local workforce needs, allowing students to build their careers close to home.