NIC Spotlight: Connecting Past and Future Through Study Abroad
Est. reading time 1 minute
NIC nursing student Ariane Jensen’s study abroad experience in Denmark strengthened her understanding of nursing and connected her to her roots.
In The News
At BC Colleges, we want to acknowledge the successes of our colleges, especially excellence in teaching and community building. We celebrate the many milestones, projects, collaborations and announcements from our colleges on our website, in our monthly newsletter, and throughout our social media channels.
Read about the latest news and activities happening at colleges throughout BC in this month’s What’s New at BC Colleges? e-newsletter.
College of the Rockies Trades Expo
Est. reading time 1 minute
College of the Rockies and Air Liquide brought together industry representatives, students, and members of the public at a Trades Expo aimed at raising awareness about trades training and the importance of industry in the region.
North Island College Foundation Helps Record Number of Students in Campbell River
Est. reading time 1 minute
Nearly 80 NIC students in Campbell River received a record $95,000 in NIC scholarships and bursaries this year, thanks to generous NIC donors.
Camosun College Hosts Alumni Event in Tokyo with Josai International University
Est. reading time 1 minute
Camosun College Alumni Association and Josai International University (JIU) co-hosted an alumni event at the Embassy of Canada in Tokyo on October 25.
Okanagan College and UBC Okanagan Working Together to Build a Greener Future
Est. reading time 2 minutes
From sharing new ideas in smart energy use to envisioning what the buildings of tomorrow will look like, a new partnership by Okanagan College and the University of British Columbia Okanagan’s School of Engineering is laying the foundation for a greener future.
North Island College Plumbing Apprentice Urges Women to Explore the Trades
Est. reading time 2 minutes
NIC plumbing apprentice Cassandra Kuryliak found her calling in the plumbing trade. She is encouraging more women to take up the trade, just in time for Apprenticeship Recognition Week, Nov. 4 to 10 in BC.
Camosun Faculty and Staff Collaborate on Indigenization Guides for BC Post-Secondary Institutions
Est. reading time 3 minutes
BC post-secondary faculty and staff now have a wealth of in-depth resources and support as they work toward incorporating reconciliation and Indigenization into their teaching and learning practices, thanks to a new series of open educational guides. The project was managed by Camosun College faculty member Dianne Biin in collaboration with BCcampus, the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training and a community of Indigenous and ally writers across the province.
Coast Mountain College and Park University Offer Unique Academic and Athletic Partnership
Est. reading time 1 minute
Park University, in conjunction with Coast Mountain College (CMTN) , has announced a new academic and athletic partnership for students from Northern British Columbia.
New Award from Okanagan College Honours Okanagan Columnist
Est. reading time 2 minutes
A new annual award for top marketing students at Okanagan College is honouring a well-known Okanagan businessman and columnist.
Selkirk College Awards Excellence in Instruction
Est. reading time 2 minutes
The learning journey at Selkirk College hinges on dedicated instructors who inspire students to advance their lives through education.