Post-Secondary

UBC Sauder School of Business, BCom Program,  On-line Information Sessions 
UBC Sauder School of Business, BCom program is offering on-line presentations.  There is one scheduled for Thursday, January 26th, from 5:30 to 6:30 PST.  Other sessions include:
Session 2: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Session 3: Thursday, March 29, 2012
Session 4: Thursday, April 26, 2012
Learn about the admissions process, requirements and timelines.  Have your questions answered during the latter half of the session.  Space is limited so register right away at the link below:
https://secure.sauder.ubc.ca/bcom/online_information_sessions/
Once registered, the Sauder School of Business will send you more information with another link and set-up instructions.

Spring Break Camps and Summer College Program

VanArts Media Arts Boot Camp
Work experience programs: Broadcasting for Radio and Television and Acting for Film and Television.
Date: March 5 to 9, 2012 – Mon. to Fri. – 9 am to 4 pm
For more details and to download the application, go to www.vanarts.com.  Mail or fax completed application by Feb. 10th. 

Teen Career Prep Camps (Ages 13-18) for Spring Break (March 19-23)
New Image College of Fine Arts is offering:
Make-Up Artistry
Acting for Film and TV
Spa/Aesthetics
Times: 2-8 pm
Cost: $175 and kits included.
To apply on-line or for more details, go to www.newimage.ca/cc

Summer College Programs for High School Students
Cornell University
On-line application is now open.  Summer College 2012 includes three-and six-week programs in architecture, business, arts and design, college success, engineering, environmental studies, hotel management, history and politics, humanities, law and government, medicine, psychology, research and science and veterinary medicine and animal science.  Experience the excitement of college life, earn college credit, take undergraduate courses at Cornell University and make friends from around the world.  For more info, contact summer_college@cornell.edu or 607-255-6203.  Most applications are due May 4th.

Post-Secondary

LPI Exam
Vancouver Technical Secondary is now registered to host the LPI exam on April 19, 2012.  Student registration for this sitting is now open.  Van Tech students can register online at www.lpitest.ca. Registration for this test sitting will close on April 10, 2012.

Langara College – Program Information Sessions
Check out the upcoming info sessions for the various programs at Langara – http://www.langara.bc.ca/news-and-events/information-sessions/index.html

Explore Capilano Information Night
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
7:15 – 8:45 p.m.
Capilano University, North Vancouver campus
Library building, room 321 & 322

Learn about all of Capilano University’s programs at Explore Capilano held at the North Vancouver campus. Meet faculty and learn about student life, financial aid, admission requirements and more.   http://www.capilanou.ca/future/visit-cap/Explore-Capilano/

Study and Go Abroad
March 1, 2012; 3-7 pm; Vancouver Convention Centre @ Canada Place.  Meet top-ranked universities and colleges from around the world as well as organizations offering volunteer programs, internships, work abroad and adventure and language travel.  Free admission.  Pre-register online at www.studyandgoabroad.com.

Post-Secondary

Vancouver Film School (VFS) Game Design Expo 2012
Jan. 21-22, 2012.  If you are interested in a career in the game industry, don’t miss this event.

It first starts with Industry Speaker Day – Jan. 21, 2012, 9-5 pm at VanCity Theatre, Vancouver International Film Centre.  Speakers include people behind Skyrim, the Old Republic, and Deus Ex!  Seating is extremely limited.  For more info and to book your seat today, go to www.gamedesignexpo.com.

VFS Game Design Open House – Jan. 22, 2012, 10:30 am to 5 pm, VFS Game Design Campus, 88 East Pender Street.  Sample game design classes (Level Design, Flash Gaming, Game Theory and Storytelling).  Hear more about the one-year game design program at VFS.  Meet and greet with Dave Warfield, producer of Electronic Arts’ NHL franchise. Free, but limited spaces available, so register early!  To register, sign up at www.gamedesignexpo.com.

SFU Supertours Burnaby –
Don’t forget to sign up for the SFU Supertours Burnaby, February 18.  See posting - http://vantechcc.wordpress.com/2011/11/03/post-secondary-28/.

Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries

2012 Scholarship and Bursary Workshops 
Workshops are Tuesday and Thursday in the Career Centre at lunch.

•  Jan 10 and Jan 12: Financial Management I – How much will tuition and books cost next year?
• Jan 17 and Jan 19: Entrance Scholarships – What’s out there and how to apply?
• Jan 24 and Jan 26: Financial Management II – How to make a budget and save in post-secondary
• Jan 31 and Feb 2: Time Management I – Setting priorities and juggling your life
• Feb 7 and Feb 9: First Year Programs and AP courses
• Feb 14 and Feb 16: Time Management II – Practical time management and scheduling
• Feb 21 and Feb 23: Your First Week of Post-Secondary / Stress Management
• Feb 28 and Mar 1: Nutrition – Eating healthy and healthy habits in post-secondary
• Feb 6 and Feb 8: Job Hunting for the summer
• Feb 13 and Feb 15 (Spring Break): Campus Tours – Locations TBA

Featured Scholarships: 
Kin Canada Bursary (Deadline: Feb 1)
This bursary will be given to a student who demonstrates high ideals and qualities of citizenship as well as having a financial need. For more information, please visit http://www.bursary.ca 

BCCPAC Educational Award (Deadline: Feb 28)
The award is open to any Grade 12 student at a BCCPAC-member school (Van Tech is a member) planning to pursue post-secondary studies. It honours a well-rounded student demonstrating varied interests and an understanding of the importance of parental involvement. For more information, visit http://www.bccpac.bc.ca/aboutus/awards/edawardcriteria.aspx

2012 BCSTA Student Citizenship Award (Deadline: Feb 29)
Five students will be recognized for their outstanding contribution to their school and community. For more information, visit http://www.bcsta.org/content/student-resources

Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship (Deadline: March 15)
The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship recognizes 4 student leaders in BC who are in good academic standing and have demonstrated leadership in both school and extra-curricular community service. For more information, visit http://canucks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=39604

News Day in BC
CBC Vancouver with the Vancouver Sun will be offering an opportunity to  learn and experience the world of journalism and broadcasting.  30 finalist will receive a $1000 scholarship for post-secondary studies.  Open to Grade 10-12 students across Metro Vancouver.  Sign up for a journalism workshop to be held at the CBC Vancouver Broadcast Centre on Jan. 21st and 22nd.  For more info, check out  http://vantechcc.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/2012-newsday-in-bc.pdf .  To register, go to http://www.cbc.ca/bc/newsday.

Volunteering

The 20th Annual Wellness Show
Volunteers are still required for the 20th Annual Wellness Show on February 17, 18 and 19, 2012.  Various volunteer positions available including marketing surveyors, hosts/floaters/ runners and admission area helpers  etc.  Go to http://www.thewellnessshow.com/ for more info and to http://vantechcc.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/job-description-all-positions.docx for job descriptions.  Remaining volunteer positions and shift hours are posted outside the Career Centre.  For more info and sign up, see Mrs. Lee at the Career Centre.  Volunteer Orientation meeting is scheduled for Feb. 16th at 5 pm @ Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building).  Meet at Exhibit Hall “B” prior to the orientation.  Please note if you are volunteering on the Feb. 17th (Fri.) and require to miss school time, you must complete the necessary paperwork and have permission to do so.

Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries

Featured Scholarship
BCIC Young Innovator Scholarship
Entrepreneurial Grade 11 and 12 students entering full-time studies at a BC post-secondary institution in one of the following programs: science, technology, engineering, mathematics, digital arts+media+design, business entrepreneurship. Minimum one scholarship per registered school in British Columbia. The scholarships are valued at $2000 per awarded entry. The scholarships are awarded through two methods:  Idea MashUp: A competition that challenges students to create a new technology by mashing together two or more current technologies. OR  Science Fairs:A competition that challenges students to present original scientific research or innovative projects.  Questions can be emailed to programs@bcic.ca or for more info, visit: http://www.bcic.ca/programs/talent/young-innovator-scholarship or http://vantechcc.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/bcic_yis_guidelines-2011-12.pdf   Deadline to register your school:  Friday, February 24, 2012.  Deadline to submit your competition results: Friday, June 29, 2012.

Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries

Featured Scholarships
Major Entrance Scholarships (MES)  – UBC
Including one-time awards of at least $5,000 and renewable awards of up to $40,000 payable over four years.  Application due date:  February 28, 2012 at 4:00 pm.
https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/mes.ezc

Schulich Leader Scholarships
Are you interested in studying science, technology, engineering, or math next year in university? Do you want to represent Van Tech and get a chance to earn $60,000 for school? Come to the Scholarship and Bursary meeting next Monday or Wednesday at lunch in the Career Centre for more information or visit the Schulich Leaders website.  Deadline to submit this in to Mr. Lyth is the first week of January.  One person will be chosen from Van Tech….and it could be YOU!   
http://www.schulichleaders.com/

LOUD Scholarship (Lead, Opportunity, Unity and Diversity) - The Gay and Lesbian Business Association of BC
Four scholarships available. Three of $2,000 and the Little Sister’s Named Scholarship of $1,000.  Deadline: January 31, 2012. http://www.glba.org/contentpage.aspx?id=LOUDScholarship

http://www.xtra.ca/public/Vancouver/Four_youth_receive_LOUD_scholarships-10227.aspx

CORSA Youth Initiative Scholarships
FIVE (5) $1500 Scholarships to South Asian youth who demonstrate leadership in their school and community. Deadline: February 17, 2012. http://vantechcc.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/corsa-youth-initiative-scholarship-2006-71.pdf 

CrossLites Essay Contest
Write a reflective essay (400 – 600 words) based on one of Dr. Parker’s quotes or messages. You can find a list of Dr. Parker’s quotes online.  Deadline: December 15, 2011
http://crosslites.com/scholarship.aspx 

1800 Wheelchair 2011 Essay Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships. As a student, what advice would you give policy makers regarding health reform?  Feel free to address broad issues or specific topics, real world stories are welcome.  Deadline: December 15, 2011. http://www.1800wheelchair.ca/scholarship/

RBC Scholarship for Undergraduates
Total of six scholarships.  Change is a natural part of life and you have the opportunity to influence it. What is the one thing you are most passionate about seeing changed in your lifetime?  Describe, in less than 400 words, why this change in important and what the impact would be.  Also, tell us in less than 200 words how you are getting involved in influencing that change.  Deadline: February 16, 2012
http://scholarships.rbc.com/Undergraduate.aspx

Optimist International Essay Contest 
Write a 700 – 800 word essay - How does your positive outlook benefit your community?   Deadline: February 28, 2012
http://www.optimist.org/e/member/scholarships3.cfm

 REMAX of Western Canada –  Quest for Excellence 2012
16 bursaries of $1,000.  Write a 1,250 words max essay that conveys your motivation, leadership, and communication skills. Deadline: March 12, 2012
 http://www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence

Odenza Marketing Scholarship
One $500 scholarship. Write two essays. Deadline: March 30, 2012
www.odenzascholarships.com

BBG Communications Award
Requirement: 1,500 word essay on advancement in the information and communications technology industry over the last 10 years and why you think a college/university education is important. Deadline: June 30, 2012
http://www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php

Scholarship and Bursary Program
Come to the Scholarship and Bursary Program at lunch in the Career Centre for more scholarship opportunities!  The Scholarship and Bursary Program is held Mondays and Wednesdays during the month of December!  Come back in January on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

Post-Secondary

Post-Secondary Mini-Fair/Presentation
Indigenous, First Nations and Metis learners are invited to attend a post-secondary education mini-fair/presentation on Wed. Nov. 23rd, 9am-12pm in Room 101 at Britannia Secondary.  Meet recruiters from 17 post-secondary institutions including BCIT, Cap U, Douglas College, Justice Institute of BC, Langara College, Native Education Centre, Royal Canadian Mounted Police Aboriginal Policing Services, SFU and UBC.  For a detailed list of all participating institutions, check out the posting on the Career Centre bulletin.

Fellowship

TRIUMF High School Fellowship
Fellowship includes an award of $3000 and a six-week summer research experience at TRIUMF.  Opportunity to work with world-class research teams.  For students who are pursuing a career in science, in particular physics and are graduating from high school and will be entering their first undergraduate year at a recognized post-secondary institution.  Two or more fellowships offered each year.   Information and forms can be found at http://www.triumf.ca/outreach/high-school-fellowship.  Deadline: February 29, 2012.