Olds College of Agriculture and Technology has released its first 2025 Olds College Impact Report, alongside the latest 2025 Smart Farm Impact Report. The 2025 Olds College Impact Report aims to showcase the impact of the College community over the past year and demonstrate how the college is advancing the priorities of its three-year strategic plan, which is titled "Deep Roots, Bold Futures."
In 2024-25, Olds College welcomed more learners than ever before through three schools, Industry Training and Continuing Education programs, and dual credit offerings. The college enrolled more than 3,500 students, while on-campus tours and conferences attracted over 3,000 visitors from 34 countries. Significant investments in the W.J. Elliott Building marked a transformation of facilities to better prepare students in the School of Trades and Skills.
"I am proud to present both our Olds College Impact Report and Smart Farm Impact Report, celebrating the achievements, collaborations and passion that make our College remarkable," said Dr. Debbie Thompson, Olds College president and CEO.
The 2025 Smart Farm Impact Report aims to showcase "the college's commitment to industry-driven applied research, education and training — and the positive impact Olds College is building in the global agriculture industry as it continues to advance agriculture for a better world," the post-secondary institution stated in a media release on Wednesday, Feb. 4.
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