Happy International Women's Day to all the incredible female teachers, staff, and students at Columbia International College! Today, we celebrate your strength, resilience, and contributions to the world of education. Being a woman in education comes with its own unique set of challenges, but you have shown time and time again that you are more than capable of overcoming them…
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Moumita Sarah, CIC '23 from Bangladesh, has always dreamed of studying medicine. So when she received acceptance letters from life science programs of top universities, she was over the moon with excitement. As she prepares to embark on this new chapter in her life, Sarah is eager to share her experience and the lessons she's learned along the way. Moumita:…
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We are thrilled to share that our Model United Nations Team participated in the prestigious KingsMUN conference this past weekend. Throughout the conference, our team exhibited exceptional diplomatic skills and displayed an unwavering commitment to finding peaceful resolutions to the issues presented. For many of our talented team members, this was their first conference, and we couldn't be prouder of…
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Hey CIC, the Student Leadership Development Department has planned a variety of enjoyable activities for March that will allow you to acquire new skills and contribute to the local community. Don't miss out on these exciting opportunities, register via the REACH App. Every Wednesday and Thursday: Badminton or Basketball Intramurals World Vision 30-Hour Famine Raptors 905 Game Chili Half Marathon…
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The University Placement and Guidance Department are organizing fantastic opportunities for students to explore three universities through Open House tours. March 16th - York University, Liberal Arts and Professional Studies March 18th - University of Waterloo, March 26th - University of Toronto Mississauga. These tours will allow students to interact with professors, staff and students and gather valuable information about…
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Columbia International College (CIC) advocates for experiential learning, engaging students through simulated experiments, immersive tasks, field trips, and group discussions. Experiential learning has many benefits: Students apply theoretical knowledge to real-life situations, deepening their understanding and memory; Students develop practical skills and hands-on abilities; Students enhance their creative thinking and innovation abilities; Students strengthen their teamwork and interpersonal communication skills;…
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Congratulations to all the amazing Brazilian students who just completed the cultural exchange program! Their dedication to learning about new cultures and building bridges across borders is truly inspiring. It's been an unforgettable six weeks full of cross-cultural learning, adventure, and friendship! Their experience at CIC has been nothing short of remarkable. Every moment was filled with excitement and wonder,…
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CIC’s Got Talent! Congratulations to Christie Osei, CIC ’19, on her first single entitled Economy. Her vocal and arrangement skills are stunning! Christie: I am an international student from Accra Ghana and am currently in the final year of my Communications and Media studies undergraduate major at Carleton University. I have always had a strong passion for music. I started…
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CIC announces the launch of an exciting lineup of activities in February, designed to provide a safe and inclusive environment for fun and entertainment. Get ready to mark your calendars and join in the fun, as you have the chance to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and take a break from your academic obligations. Don't miss out on these…
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CIC Winter Art Show is on display! Come to the lobby and Living Wall Lounge and experience our students’ talent in many styles of art. Thanks to Mrs. Kakoz and her Art Portfolio class for setting up and curating the pieces around the school for everyone to enjoy.An art portfolio is a collection of artwork that showcases an applicant's creative…
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