Author Archives: Barry Warren

After graduating from UVic with a degree in Environmental Studies and facing the reality of the job market, I figured it was time to upgrade my resume with some technical skills. I enrolled in BCIT’s Sustainable Resource Management Technology program and have loved every moment of it. I had loads of great experiences my first year, including a work practicum surveying invasive species in Stanley Park. I am eager to see what this year holds and am looking forward to getting to know more people around campus. My passions include music, reading, and the outdoors.

Open house fallout and other thoughts…

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Barry Warren

We won!! Open house went off without a hitch, and the SRMT program walked away with the most coveted prize of the affair, a second place ribbon for team spirit. I’m more proud of this award than I ought to … Continue reading →

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First Week, Third Term

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Barry Warren

After a very relaxing but all too short break, the Sustainable Resource Management group is back at it for the sixth and final term. The week off provided some welcome recharge time. I was finally able to get out of … Continue reading →

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Spring has Sprung!

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Barry Warren

It’s certifiable, springtime has come.  I always forget how much the long months of cold and wet affect me until we finally get some good weather.  It’s amazing how the whole city seems to emerge from the winter funk all … Continue reading →

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Spring Break!

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Barry Warren

Well it looks like the rest of BCIT has returned from their spring breaks.  I’ve noticed more than a few fresh tans this morning, which most definitely did not come from the sunny lower-mainland.  The SRMT group was not so … Continue reading →

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It’s Windy!

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Barry Warren

The last few nights I’ve fallen asleep to the sound of strong winds battering my bedroom window.  The weather has felt appropriate, as I’ve just had several lectures on windthrow and managing tree stands for wind firmness. Wind plays an … Continue reading →

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