It has been an extraordinary couple of days filled with celebrations. Fom Columbia International College's 40th Anniversary to the May Graduation - these joyous moments are a reminder of the great milestones CIC has achieved over the last 40 years. Not only has CIC evolved as a school, but it has been noticeable to see many past and present staff…
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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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Incredible achievements are constantly happening at Columbia International College, whether big or small. For Mariano Garcia Duenas Carrion, he notably received the Best Delegate Award and the Delegates Award at New York’s Model UN Conference in 2019. The Model UN team had been training for this conference twice a week since August of 2018. These awards were given to him…
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Congratulations to the students of Columbia International College who participated in the Terry Fox School Run. CIC placed 13th in the secondary division on the Terry Fox Foundation's 'Top 50 Fundraisers of 2018' listing! With more than 4,200 Ontario schools raising over $7 million for the Terry Fox Foundation, CIC students raised $16,843.41! Terry Fox (July 28, 1958 - June…
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Carmen Li graduates with the class of 2019. 2 years ago, seventeen year old Carmen Li came to Columbia International College to pursue her education abroad. What she found was the opportunity to challenge herself academically as well as, developing her own personal growth. With a big smile on her face, Carmen has successfully been admitted to study at the…
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We are proud to announce a new on-going partnership with McMaster University! This new partnership will recognize the community contributions of Columbia International College students who are entering their studies at McMaster University. 8 new scholarships of $5,000 each, will be awarded to CIC students who are graduating in 2018-2019, and are starting their undergraduate studies at McMaster University…
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2019 marks Columbia International College's 40th Birthday! As part of our 40th Anniversary celebrations, we're holding two exciting scholarships/contests. We encourage all students to apply and here're the rubrics and essay descriptions. 40th Anniversary Scholarship Prize 1st Prize: $5,000.00 to student & $5000.00 donation for a registered Canadian charity of your choice 2nd Prize: $2,000.00 3rd Prize: $1,000.00 For university, college or…
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Columbia International College has been a supporter of Hamilton Crime Stoppers Inc. since 1995. Mr. Ron Rambarran, Columbia’s Emeritus Principal, has sat on the Board of Hamilton Crime Stoppers Inc. since 1995. He has been thrice past chair of the program and received the 2015 International Civilian of the Year award from Crime Stoppers International. Crime Stoppers is a community…
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Beginning in January 2019, Columbia teachers and students will take part in a pilot program using Google Classroom as a learning management system and digital classroom platform. Through the Classroom page and app, students have 24-7 access to all of their learning materials in addition to the applications offered through GSuite; Google Drive, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Calendar, Sites, Chats, Forms,…
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On December 8, 2018, 16 CIC students and 2 staff members, Columbia International College embarked on a ME to WE overseas trip to Quito, Ecuador. The purpose of the trip was to give students an immersive cultural experience abroad that will help them learn how their privilege (by coming from developed areas) can help others who are not as fortunate.…
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