• Canadian Library Month Caption Contest

    Virtual Event

    Celebrate Canadian Library Month with us by putting your wit to the test! Starting October 1st, select one of our curated archival photos from the College Learning Commons and create a clever caption using speech or thought bubbles. Whether its funny, profound, or wildly imaginative - we want to see your take on library history! […]

  • From Attendance to Engagement: Reimagining In-Person Learning for a New Era

    Cranbrook Campus and Online

    This workshop explores how faculty can advance in-person sessions as engaging, purpose-driven learning experiences that students want to attend. We’ll dive into strategies that prioritize connection, collaboration, and real-world application, ensuring the classroom remains a space that students seek out—not skip. Register Now

  • Community Bike Night

    Community Bike Night

    Community Ride Nights begin September 3rd! Meet like minded community members and hit the amazing trails or roads that Cranbrook has to offer. Meet at the Pump Track Behind Student Housing   Please bring a helmet and appropriate bike wear (Bikes Not Provided) Finish your ride at Encore Brewing for snacks and refreshments! Open To […]

  • Hand Drum Making Workshop – Part 1

    Cranbrook Campus, yaqakiǂ ʔit̓qawxaxamki (Place Where People Gather)

    Be part of this special two-part workshop at the Place Where People Gather and create your own hand drum! Attendance at both sessions is required so you can finish your drum. Everyone is welcome — no experience needed, but space is limited, so please sign up at indigenous@cotr.bc.ca. Please come to the lower level.

  • APA Citation Workshop: Cite with Confidence

    Flexible Learning Lab (KC131) - Learning Commons
    Hybrid Event

    Struggling with APA style? Join this practical workshop to learn how to format citations and references correctly, avoid plagiarism, and integrate sources smoothly into your writing. You'll get hands-on tips and examples so you can feel confident using APA style in your assignments and research papers.   You can join in online through Teams Microsoft […]

  • Spoken Word Poetry Workshop

    College of The Rockies Cranbrook Campus 2700 College Way, Cranbrook, BC, Canada

    Join us in the Cafeteria for an inspiring session as Barbara Phillips reflects on her 30 year journey of spoken word poetry. She will share what has sparked her creativity, challenges faced, and the affirmation that has sustained her. Hear poetry and insights on the world of formal poetry slams compared to writers' salons. You […]

  • 2-Sentence Horror Contest

    It was a dark and stormy night... when the Learning Commons decided to host a 2-Sentence Halloween Story Contest for all College students, faculty, and staff. The contest begins Monday, October 14, 2025, and submissions must be submitted online by Thursday, October 30, 2025. Horror story submissions may be about any terrifying topic or scary […]

  • Coffee Outside

    Coffee Outside

    Outdoor Classroom - Learning Commons

    Start your day with a social cup of coffee around campus. Bring your own coffee and enjoy snacks/treats provided by the student life team before classes start for the day. Check out our Instagram - @COTRStudentlife for location changes depending on weather each week!