Kim Stranden
About Kim Stranden
Kim Stranden serves as a Co-op Coordinator and Career Advisor at the Edwards School of Business, providing career development support to students. Additionally, Stranden has been a School Board Trustee for Ward 4 in Saskatoon since 2020, representing multiple schools in the area.
Work at University of Saskatchewan
Kim Stranden has been employed at the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan since 2011. In the role of Co-op Coordinator and Career Advisor, Stranden provides career guidance and support to students, assisting them in their professional development. This position involves coordinating cooperative education programs, which integrate academic learning with practical work experience.
Education and Expertise
Kim Stranden earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies from the University of Saskatchewan, studying from 2000 to 2004. Prior to this, Stranden attended Mount Royal University from 1994 to 1998. This educational background supports Stranden's expertise in career advising and program coordination within the educational sector.
Current Role as School Board Trustee
Since 2020, Kim Stranden has served as a School Board Trustee for Ward 4 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. In this capacity, Stranden represents several schools, including Caroline Robins, École Dundonald, Ernest Lindner, Howard Coad, Vincent Massey, Mount Royal, and Royal West. The role involves making decisions that affect the educational landscape and advocating for the needs of the schools and their communities.
Cooperative Education Programs Coordination
In the role of Co-op Coordinator at the Edwards School of Business, Kim Stranden is involved in the coordination of cooperative education programs. This includes working with students to facilitate their placements in relevant work environments, ensuring that their academic experiences are complemented by practical, hands-on learning opportunities.