This past weekend the 20 members of the Model United Nations Team travelled to Montreal to participate in the Secondary School United Nations Symposium. This conference was hosted by the globally ranked McGill Model United Nations Team. There were schools from all over North and Central America and the majority of the schools were ranked as the best Model United…
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This past weekend from November 1st to November 3rd, CIC hosted the third annual Columbia International College Model United Nations Conference. The United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada) co-organized this conference for the Columbia International College and TEC students. This conference was an great opportunity for the Model United Nations Team to experience hands on learning and to further develop their…
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Columbia International College is excited to announce a new Technology Design course for students in grade 11 (TDJ3M) and grade 12 (TDJ4M). Successful students will be able to use the credit as a University/College Prep level course. "One fundamental aspect of any robotics program will be the opportunity to develop leadership skills." The new program will offer students a chance to…
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On September 26th, 2019 Columbia International College (CIC) students raised $13,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation. CIC students participated in the Terry Fox Run at Bayfront Park in Hamilton. Terry Fox (July 28, 1958 - June 28, 1981) was a Canadian athlete, humanitarian and a cancer research activist. Today, the Terry Fox Foundation continues to raise awareness and funds to…
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Columbia International College introduces Student Wellness Kits for students. As a new school semester starts at Columbia International College, Principal Bill Ironside, Vice Principal Diana Reid and the Medical and Wellness Department have spearheaded an initiative to aid students with their wellness. Today, every student received a Student Wellness Kit that was put together by CIC staff to help students…
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Jackie Zhan was voted for June Graduation 2019's Valedictorian and is one of CIC's top graduates. All the way from China, Jackie Zhan came to Columbia International College in 2018 and made great efforts to be involved in the CIC community. He involved himself in bringing students together by motivating his peers, engaging quieter students and creating an inclusive environment…
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With every graduation comes pride, happiness and hope. There is a sense of hope that is emitted from parents, family members, staff and of course, the graduates. As everyone watches the graduates go up on stage, it is the moment everyone has been waiting for. Hope has lead to this moment of success. When parents send their son or daughter…
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Vicky Tseng is an extraordinary student and individual reminiscing on her time at Columbia International College. Following CIC's Elite Pathway partnership program with the University of Toronto, Vicky was accepted into University of Toronto: St. George Campus for Social Sciences. Not only was she accepted into one of Canada's top universities, she also received the Best Delegate Award for her...
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Laura Arias Fernandez - Valedictorian for May 2019 Graduation Laura Arias Fernandez smiles brightly when asked if she’s decided where she’s going after Columbia International College. With her love for computer science and physics she says, “I’m going to the University of Minnesota for Computer Engineering.” Laura came from Spain three years ago to pursue her education abroad in Canada. …
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In celebration of CIC's 40th Anniversary milestone, students were invited to submit an essay on how CIC will impact their future selves at 40 years old. The first prize winner would receive $10,000 with 50% donated to their charity of choice. The scholarship was given by the Columbia International Scholarship Endowment Fund. The foundation is a registered charity that…
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