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BCIT School of Health Sciences uses robots to simulate working with real patients

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From virtual reality to bleeding robots If students attending polytechnic institutes have one overarching goal, it’s receiving job-ready education so they can start their careers as soon as possible after graduation. That’s certainly a big reason why 48,000-plus full- and part-time students attend the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), says James Rout, associate vice-president, … Read more

BCIT students connected to Lights of Hope tradition

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Last night was the reveal of one of Vancouver’s best holiday traditions: the St. Paul’s Lights of Hope display. For over 15 years, BCIT students have played a huge role leading up to this big night. For starters, BCIT Instructor Don Zaklan leads a group of BCIT Electrical Foundation students to a bevy of lights, wires … Read more

BCIT celebrates Forensic Nurses Week

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During November 6 – 10, 2017, BCIT celebrates Forensic Nurses Week. During this week we recognize the nurses who provide specialized care to men, women, and children who have been affected by violence and abuse. Forensic nurses help meet the physical, emotional, and legal needs of victims as well as perpetrators of violence and trauma. Critically, … Read more

David Tuccaro to receive a BCIT Honourary Doctorate

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David Tucarro-Distinguished Awards

David Tuccaro, the President, CEO and Founder of Tuccaro Inc., will receive an Honourary Doctorate in Technology from BCIT. The acclaimed businessman grew up in the oldest community in Alberta, Fort Chipewyan, a northern community that can only be reached by ice road or plane. David says he got his start as an entrepreneur thanks … Read more