Algoma U Offers Educational Opportunities to Steel Industry Employees

Supplied by Algoma University…
(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – June 9, 2016): Today, Algoma University announced an agreement with Essar Steel Algoma Inc. and TenarisAlgomaTubes, which will allow employees affected by market downturns to earn a degree at the University, tuition-free.
“We are pleased to be working with Essar Steel Algoma Inc. and TenarisAlgomaTubes to support their employees impacted by the challenges faced in the steel industry,” said Algoma University President and Vice Chancellor, Dr. Craig Chamberlin. “As the steel industry continues to be affected by difficult market conditions, we are working together to ensure that those affected have an opportunity to enhance their skills and explore career opportunities either within the steel industry or elsewhere. As the community’s University, we feel the responsibility to respond to the needs of community members.”
Eligible employees at Essar Steel Algoma Inc. and TenarisAlgomaTubes will be able to earn a degree at Algoma U tuition-free. Currently, Algoma U offers degrees in over 30 disciplines, spanning the liberal arts, sciences, and professional programs. Employees taking part in the program will have the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Fine Arts, or a Bachelor of Social Work degree.
“Tenaris is pleased to partner with Algoma University to support programs that generate opportunity and skill development for our employees during this market downturn,” said Mark Rehoric, Industrial Relations Manager at Tenaris.
“We applaud Algoma University for opening their doors and giving these employees the opportunity to continue their education. Essar Steel Algoma is pleased to support a program that will help transition these individuals into exciting new career paths,” remarked Jim Rennie, Vice President Human Resources, Essar Steel Algoma Inc.
Interested employees should contact their Human Resources Department for details on eligibility and the application process. In order to qualify for the program, participants must enrol full-time at Algoma University. Credit recognition will be given to those with previous post-secondary experience.
About Algoma University
Algoma University was established in 1965 and is located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Algoma University is a small, undergraduate, teaching-focused university that places an emphasis on serving the needs of Northern Ontario. Algoma University offers a wide range of degrees spanning the liberal arts, sciences, and professional disciplines. As a partner with Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig, Algoma University has a special mission to cultivate cross-cultural learning between Aboriginal populations and other communities. Algoma University also offers satellite programming in Brampton and Timmins. For more information, please visit www.algomau.ca.
About Essar Steel Algoma Inc.
Essar Steel Algoma Inc. is a fully integrated steel producer based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, employing 2700 workers in advanced manufacturing. The Company derives its revenues primarily from the manufacture and sale of hot and cold rolled steel products including sheet and plate. www.essarsteelalgoma.com
About TenarisAlgomaTubes
Tenaris is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe products and related services for the world’s energy industry and other industrial applications. Our customers include most of the world’s leading oil and gas companies and our revenues amounted to US$7.1 billion in 2015. Employing around 21,700 people worldwide, we operate an integrated network of steel pipe manufacturing, research, finishing and service facilities with industrial operations in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa and a direct presence in most major oil and gas markets. www.tenaris.com.