These tips are written by Maria Diment, a second-year Broadcast and Online Journalism student. She is sharing some tips to help you excel in your educational journey at BCIT. Starting post-secondary is exciting, regardless if you’ve just graduated high school or are a mature student. It can also be overwhelming, especially with virtual learning. Looking … Read more
Macus Ong is an international student in the BCIT and SFU Master of Science (MSc) in Ecological Restoration program with a passion for photography and to teach others about the environment through his work. While working on his MSc Applied Research Project, Macus photographed a stunning cormorant. He entered the photo in the BBC Wildlife … Read more
When Jose L. came to Canada in May 2019 with his wife and two children, he sought to give his family a better future. It was an exciting new beginning. With the goal of providing for his family, Jose made advancing his education one of his first priorities. He chose BCIT. “I firmly believe that … Read more
As you may have heard, the BC Provincial Health Officer announced expanded and updated response Orders today to aid in controlling the spread of COVID-19. Effective today, November 19, 2020 at midnight to December 7, 2020 at midnight, the following new Orders will be in place for everyone across British Columbia: Masks are now required for … Read more
This post was written by Student Social Media Contributor Elin Molenaar. Elin is an International Student from the Netherlands and is a student in the Broadcast and Online Journalism program. Here are a few things she recommends soon-to-be international students consider before starting their education at BCIT. Ins and outs for soon-to-be international students at … Read more
Did you know that the Technical Safety BC Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR) certification will expire on the first day of your birth month in 2021, regardless of when you renewed it? Electrical Safety Regulation (section 10.1) now requires Class A, B or C FSRs to complete 8 hours of continuing education before they can … Read more
This article was written by Student Social Media Contributor Kiana Benoit, a Graphic Communications Technology Management student. Here are her tips and tricks for staying organized: Keep a physical planner Even pre-covid, a physical daily planner has been one of my must-haves for school. The ability to quickly jot something down or check my schedule … Read more
Hockey analytics and children’s rompers, what do they have in common? Both of these “bright ideas” were winners of the 2019 BCIT Student Innovation Challenge. The BCIT Student Innovation Challenge is an annual contest aimed at providing mentorship funding, and other resources to support BCIT students in bringing their innovative or entrepreneurial ideas to life. … Read more
Congratulations to BCIT President Kathy Kinloch for being named to this year’s Vancouver Magazine Power 50 list. Now in its 20th year, the Power 50 List celebrates leaders who make a great difference in our city and in a wide array of sectors, including healthcare, business, politics, education, tech, the arts, social justice, and beyond. … Read more
Despite a somewhat rocky start in post-secondary education, Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma grad Stuart Budd is now a lifelong learner. After completing much of a Bachelor of Science at the University of Victoria, Stuart took time off working as a barista at Starbucks. His natural talent and people skills propelled him into store management. … Read more