New Laurier campus in Milton inviting alumni, prospective students to open house

Milton residents, prospective students and alumni will be offered the first look at Wilfrid Laurier University’s renovated Milton Academic Centre next week.

The Milton Community’s Campus Preview open house will provide visitors the opportunity to speak with staff about Laurier’s Milton campus experience and programs, connect with fellow alumni, meet the volunteer members of the alumni association and explore the Milton Academic Centre.

“We are looking forward to showcasing the Milton Academic Centre,” said vice-president of advancement and external relations, Jason Coolman.

“Our Milton campus will give local and commuter students the chance to experience Laurier’s high-quality academic programs and student life close to home, while becoming part of Laurier’s unique multi-campus culture.”

Laurier will offer two of its most popular and established programs, computer science and psychology, as inaugural Milton campus programs when the campus opens its doors in a few months. Both undergraduate degree programs will be taught with an innovative, problem-based approach, and extensive hands-on learning opportunities.

“Laurier Milton’s programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education, whether they are learning about the biological and behavioural sciences or mastering computing languages and algorithms,” said Richelle Monaghan, vice dean of the Faculty of Science. “Our programs give students the quality education and career readiness they want and need.”

Beginning as an engaging education hub in the Laurier Milton Academic Centre, the plan is for Laurier Milton to develop into a robust, purpose-built campus in the Milton Education Village.

The Laurier Milton Community’s Campus Preview takes place Tuesday, June 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 555 Industrial Dr.

Those interested in attending can register for the event online.