BCIT Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma program is in the thick of the data revolution and apps for helping cities – and their citizens – be smarter. Student Project Showcase Last week, 85 students showcased apps they’d created using New Westminster Open Data. The excitement was palpable as Computing students presented to New Westminster’s Mayor, three … Read more
Although many students at BCIT call the lower mainland home, there are still many of us who travel to other provinces, countries and even continents to visit our families. Not everyone is able to make the journey home for the holidays due to the time commitment, weather conditions and astonishingly expensive prices. If you do … Read more
Our congratulations go out to recently retired BCIT faculty member Mark McDonald. Mark was recognized November 18 with the 2017 Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) Professional Achievement Award. The award recognizes ASTTBC members who have distinguished themselves in their field of technology, or who have made a substantial contribution to the wellbeing … Read more
The application for 2018 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is open!!! The program has changed, now there are 3 options: General Sonography Option Cardiac Sonography Option General and Cardiac Sonography Option This is my experience on applying to the program, but don’t worry if your experience is slightly different. Of my classmates, you will find that … Read more
BCIT unveils a 15-passenger Ford® Transit Wagon The BCIT School of Construction and the Environment (SOCE) held a Donor Appreciation Event to celebrate the sponsors that made this valued contribution to student success. The new transportation van will benefit select Applied and Natural Science Programs, including: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Forests and Natural Areas Management … Read more
BCIT’s Architectural Science (ARSC) and Architectural Connections programs co-hosted Alumnight 2017 for faculty, students, and alumni. The BCIT Alumni Association and Thinkspace Architecture also helped out with contributions to the event. The intimate crowd gathered at the Downtown BCIT campus to learn about future opportunities and to catch up with familiar faces. From the ground up In the … Read more
Last week, the BCIT School of Construction and the Environment (SOCE) hosted a Halloween-themed United Way Pancake Breakfast. The annual event raised over $4450 for the United Way of the Lower Mainland (UWLM), an organization that focuses on community growth within the Lower Mainland. UWLM sets up local after-school programs for kids, develops engaging programs … Read more
It can be difficult to balance school, family, friends, work and all the other obligations of life. Here are 6 things that you can do to help you find the balance you need. 1. Get enough sleep Getting enough sleep is key to being successful and being able to function efficiently. The national sleep foundation … Read more
Exam time is stressful for most people. Whether it’s the pressure of being evaluated or the difficulty of time management to balance assignments and studying. To help show everyone what it’s like to undergo midterms in the nursing department, I have decided to use my cats, Winnifred (also known as Freddy), since she is much … Read more
As the Option Head of the Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma’s Technical Programming Option, Dr. Mirela Gutica grew concerned that while female students were doing well in the program, there weren’t many of them. Why the gender gap? The comparatively low numbers of women entering computing programs and going on to IT careers is a problem beyond BCIT Computing, and … Read more