Category: Newsletters
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From Shaolin Temple to CIC and Beyond: The Inspiring Journey of Hao Zhang
Exciting alumni testimonial – from Shaolin Temple Martial Arts School to CIC, the University of Toronto and Canada Revenue Agency, the incredible journey of Hao Zhang, CIC ’21, showcases a path of incredible motivation, dedication and hard work. Hi there, I’m Zhang Hao. Before Columbia International College, I was a student of the Shaolin Temple…
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Celebrating Women at Columbia International College
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…
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Moumita Saha: “Life at CIC Has Been So Amazing”
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…
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CIC Team Made An Impact at KingsMUN
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…
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Exciting March Activities for Skill Development and Community Contribution
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…
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Upcoming University Tours and Sign-up Procedures
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…
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CIC Experiential Learning – Fun, Interactive & Hands-on
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…
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Celebrating the Incredible Journey of Brazilian Students in Cultural Exchange Program
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…
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Christie Osei, CIC ’19, Releases Her First Single Entitled Economy
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.[image_with_animation image_url=”105212″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none”…
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February Activities to Keep You Engaged and Entertained
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.…