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
For the latest COVID-19 information please refer to the BCIT COVID-19 website. As COVID-19 cases continue to increase across the Lower Mainland, we would like to remind the BCIT community to continue to stay vigilant in practicing COVID-19 prevention. This includes: Staying home if you are feeling unwell. Maintaining two metres physical distance from other people. … Read more
Meet Nichola Lytle: mother of two young sons living in Nelson, owner of a successful design company, a Digital Arts program instructor, and currently leading not one but two tech start-ups. For both start-ups, she relied heavily on BCIT Computing‘s Industry Sponsored Student Projects program (ISSP). “I’m driven by curiosity and a passion for learning,” … Read more
Frogs, birds, critters, and the community now have a newly-built wetland to enjoy on the south end of the BCIT Burnaby Campus, near Guichon Creek. The biodiversity hotspot — constructed by students as part of a three-day field course — isn’t just good for the environment, it’s also a living example of how programs at … Read more
The BCIT Foundation is proud to share the significant progress on the new, state-of-the-art Health Sciences Centre, slated for completion in fall 2021. As of September 2020, the INSPIRE Campaign has raised $8.89 million in support of the Health Sciences Centre. “We are closing in on reaching the $11.7 million fundraising goal for the Centre,” … Read more
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and TRIUMF, Canada’s particle accelerator centre, have partnered to develop an enhanced and multi-faceted work-integrated learning (WIL) program to address the evolving needs of British Columbia’s economy. This unique program will enable broad access to career training and create vast opportunities in a variety of STEM (science, technology, … Read more
Maryam Khezrzadeh’s curiosity has driven her to investigate the data behind a wide range of current issues. From mapping connections across more than 1,800 non-governmental organizations in BC, to the ecological impact of fashion, Maryam uses data to visualize and explore critical topics of the day. “I’m an explorer and feel lucky to have an … Read more
To coincide with World Mental Health Day, the BCIT Student Well-being Steering Committee has announced the new Student Well-being and Resilience Framework, designed to support flourishing mental health and well-being for members of the BCIT community. Developed in accordance with the BCIT Strategic Plan, the Student Well-being and Resilience Framework demonstrates the Institute’s commitment to … Read more
Congratulations to Ecocity Builders and the BCIT Centre for Ecocities (the Centre) for receiving the 2020 Incredible Impacts Award, presented collaboratively by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and the BestCities Global Alliance. The Incredible Impacts Award celebrates international conference legacy initiatives that lead as examples of excellence within the global meetings industry and … Read more
As students, faculty, and staff have settled into the Fall term here at BCIT, many are asking about how programs will be delivered as they continue their studies and work this Winter. Given the recognized success of our current delivery model, coupled with rising COVID-19 case numbers in many regions and countries, we will maintain … Read more