ACC granted full SSHRC eligibility

ACC has received full eligibility with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). This builds on the college’s existing eligibility under the National Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).

SSHRC is the Government of Canada’s research funding agency that supports post-secondary research and training in humanities and social sciences.

“There are many benefits for our students, faculty and the larger community,” said ACC Vice-President, Academic Jack Moes. “Applied research projects allow faculty to build their technical currency and keep programs relevant, helping students to develop more effective problem solving skills that will serve them well as graduates entering the workforce.”

With eligibility status, ACC has access to all SSHRC programs open to post-secondary institutions. The college is awaiting word on its first proposal submitted under SSHRC’s Community and College Social Innovation Fund to support research evaluating the benefit of self-directed learning strategies for adult learners.

“Educational outcomes are enhanced as students become involved in projects aimed at solving real issues faced by industries and communities,” said Moes.

According to the Government of Canada’s website, the value of grants, fellowships and scholarships funded by SSHRC from 2013-14 was over $338 million.

ACC joins Manitoba’s six other public post-secondary institutions that have full SSHRC eligibility.