BCIT alumni hone their personal brand at the 2024 AGM and Feature Presentation On June 12, the BCIT Alumni Association Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Feature Presentation was held in the Tech Collider—a next-generation learning space and event venue at the BCIT Downtown Campus. More than 200 alumni attendees were inspired by Distinguished Alumni recipient Dr. Candy Ho’s presentation “Your Brand, Your Future: Navigating Career Success Through Personal Branding.” Weren't able to join us at the AGM? Watch the recording. On behalf of the BCIT Alumni Association, we would like to thank attendees for making our first in-person AGM since 2019 one to remember. See you next year! Read the recap | Sean Poole sails into new role as BCITAA President The BCIT Alumni Association is proud to announce that Sean Poole, COO, Vancouver Island Ferry Company, was elected as the Association’s newest President at the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 12. Sean served on the board as Vice President from 2023 to 2024 and Director from 2020 to 2023. Read more. | | Spring Convocation 2024 sees over 1,700 graduates cross the stage In June, more that 1,700 students crossed the stage in five ceremonies, joining our community of 205,000+ passionate BCIT alumni. A special thank you to alumni keynote speakers Michael Atkinson, Bhupinder Hundal, Raja Shergill, and Curtis Hale for generously addressing the class of 2024. And, thank you to BCIT Fraser Valley Alumni Ambassador, Jack Davidson, for welcoming new graduates in all five ceremonies. Read more. | | Web hobbyist turned tech strategist: meet FWD alumnus Zerlene Fernandez In her youth, Zerlene Fernandez was fascinated by website design, but hadn’t considered the hobby as a career. After an employer asked her to build a website, Zerlene rediscovered her passion and signed up for the Front-End Web Development program at BCIT. After graduating in 2016, Zerlene went on to work as a Product Stretegist at a digital agency. Read more. | | BCIT High School Case Competition paves path for one alum's career in business Every year, the BCIT School of Business + Media hosts the High School Case Competition in partnership with the Chartered Professional Accountants British Columbia (CPA BC). For alumnus Joshua Luu, this case competition allowed him to envision what a career in business could look like. Read more. | | BCIT alumnus Rabie Ali shares his tips for a career in cybersecurity Rabie Ali’s interest in computing and cybersecurity initially drew him to BCIT — but it was through the proactive pursuit of new knowledge, industry certifications, and networking, that Rabie built his career. "Network with alumni and industry professionals. It provides valuable insights, and opens opportunities for career advancement." Read more. | | Led by alumnus Ryan Tones, Kiewit partners with BCIT to support Trades and Technology Complex More than 30 representatives from Kiewit, including several BCIT alumni, gathered to celebrate Kiewit’s generous $250,000 donation supporting the INSPIRE campaign. “Kiewit partners together with like-minded organizations who share our goal: to develop a talented workforce, ready to tackle BC and Canada’s biggest construction and engineering challenges,” said Ryan Tones, SVP, Kiewit Construction Services ULC. Read more. | | Interior Design alum Emily Peterson wins 2024 LIV Design Challenge Congratulations to Emily Peterson, whose patio design The Arbor took first place in the 2024 LIV Design Challenge. Submitted while Emily was a student, The Arbor is a 188 square-foot patio space with a design that facilitates deep connection with its surroundings, is multifunctional, and intended for all-season use. Read more. | | Being a BCIT alum has its perks Get access to amazing benefits exclusive to BCIT alumni. Download the free BCIT Alumni Perks app from Google Play or the App Store. Take advantage of exciting offers from Bell Mobility, BC Lions, Vancouver Football Club, and many more. | | Welome new and returning Perks Partners! NEW PARTNERS: BCIT alumni recieve 25% off regular priced tickets to weekly shows at The Comedy Department! Get discounted mortgage services and incentives from Triunity Mortage Group's BCIT Alumni Association Mortgage Benefit Program. Say "Hullo" to savings from Hullo Ferries. RETURNING PARTNER: Save 30% off your BC boating license from Perks Partner MyBoatCard.com. | | Be better protected for your next trip with travel insurance from our partner, Manulife Embrace every surprise with up to $10 million in out-of-pocket emergency medical coverage and access to 24/7 global assistance. Get your online quote in less than a minute. Learn more. | | Upcoming Events & Opportunities | | | ASTTBC Networking Event in Victoria, BC, Sept 25, 2024 On September 25, join fellow Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) professionals for an evening of CPD and networking from 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM. For more details, and to register, click the button below.
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| | | | Come Say Hello to Pride BCIT Pride BCIT is thrilled to participate in the Burnaby Pride Festival on July 20, 2024, 1-7pm at Bonsor Field. Pride BCIT is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where 2S/LGBTQIA+ employees, students, and allies can bring their authentic selves. Learn more | | | | Flexible Learning: Key info and registration dates Level up your career! With more than 1,000 Flexible Learning courses and new learning options like microcredentials and free online courses, building your resume has never been easier. Alumni get an annual $100 credit towards a Flexible Learning course through the free Perks app. Learn more | | | | | Mentorship opportunity! The BCIT Student Association (BCITSA) is seeking professionals from all industries to become mentors in the BCITSA’s Mentorship program. As a mentor, you'll have the chance to share your experience with our students, and help them reach their career goals. Learn more | | | | Let BCIT computing students solve your organization's IT challenges this fall Is your organization dealing with a challenge that needs a tech solution? Apply to work with BCIT computing students through the Industry Sponsored Student Projects (ISSP) program. Submit your project by August 1 and start working with your team in September! Learn more | | | | Grow your global leadership skills! Elevate your management skills and delve into global leadership with the Graduate Certificate in Global Leadership. Designed for ambitious professionals aiming to excel in dynamic environments, this program develops crucial intercultural competencies and a global mindset. Learn more | | | Alumni Partners, Benefits & More | | | Enjoy special group rates on a wide range of insurance plans from Manulife. Learn more. | | | | Switch to Canada’s fastest 5G network and enjoy preferred pricing on plans with tons of data and phones. Start saving. | | | | | Score 17% off single game tickets for BC Lions regular season games at BC Place.
Learn more. | | | | Get special pricing at home games this season on the Perks app! | | | Alumni in the News Valedictorian, Hereditary Chief, and now BCIT alumnus, rising star Kobie Smith is breaking barriers in sports broadcasting. Global News The first cohort of Indigenous grads from the Fundamentals of Waste and Wastewater Operations program were celebrated by the First Nations Health Authority (FHNA) and BCIT. NationTalk Tchadas Leo, BCIT Broadcast and Online Journalism alumnus, received the British Columbia Association of Broadcasters award for the Broadcast Performer of Tomorrow. Chek News Former BCIT Alumni Association Vice President and BCIT Board of Governors member Robert Simons was honoured with the Port Moody Freedom of the City award for his significant contributions to the city. Tri-Cities Dispatch BCIT alumna and faculty member Rachel Schatz inspired the next generation of women in trades at the BCIT Jill of All Trades event. Participants experienced a fun-filled day of practical in-the-shop learning sessions led by female mentors. Global News Founder and CEO of TreeCycle Canada and BCIT Applied Science alumnus Benjamin Patton earned Honourable Mention in the Thought Leader of the Year category at the Canadian Biomass Awards. Canadian Biomass Magazine IT analyst and BCIT Cybersecurity Essentials for IT Professionals alumnus Christopher Frigon explored the power of microcredentials for developing new skills and elevating expertise. BC Business Devann Dudeck, clinical genetics technologist and BCIT Clinical Genetics alumna, shared what a workday may look like for those interested in exploring the rapidly growing field of genomics. Shared Health Manitoba BCIT alumnus and Forest and Natural Areas faculty Justin Perry shared wildfire expertise, helping British Columbians prepare for fire season. CBC, CBC BC Today, CBC News+, CKNW Simi Sara Show, Weather Network, MSN Canada | Make a Difference Did you know BCIT alumni are among the Institute's most committed supporters—whether they are donating to help students through bursaries, awards, or scholarships. We invite you to consider how you can give back to help current students launch meaningful careers and create a brighter future for the community, BC and beyond. | Alumni giving back The Alumni Association is proud to support current and future BCIT alumni through awards, scholarships, and bursaries. In partnership with BCIT Foundation, we have awarded 1,125 student scholarships and bursaries totalling more than $1.36 million since 1985. Whether giving of their time, talent, or treasure, our alumni shared without hesitation to help current students on their educational journeys. Learn about the INSPIRE Campaign and how you can help BCIT students achieve their dreams. | | | | | |
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