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June 21, 2012 - Legion Military Skills Conversion Program celebrates its first fast-tracked bachelor degree graduates
Two legion program students walked across the convocation stage today to receive their Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Cpl Kevin O'Grady and Sgt. Michael Woolley both started at BCIT in September 2010 after receiving advanced placement in the Business Management Post Diploma program in recognition of their military experience. In June 2011 they graduated with their diplomas and high enough GPA's to enter into the Bachelor of Business Administration program in September 2011. After two very grueling, but rewarding, years at BCIT, we wish both Michael and Kevin the best in their future careers.
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May 30, 2012 - Legion Military Skills Conversion Program speaks to Veteran's Affairs Senate Subcommittee
Legion program's Dr. Kevin Wainwright and Natalie Condrashoff presented the program to the members of the Veteran's Affairs Senate Subcommittee on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario. Esteemed members of the subcommittee included the Chair, Senator Romeo Dallaire and Senator Pamela Wallin. The only post-secondary institution asked to speak before the subcommittee, the program was congratulated on the work it has done to support the Canadian Forces and Senator Dallaire reported that he was "pumped up" by the information that he heard.
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September 8, 2011 - Royal Canadian Legion BC / Yukon Command sponsors the Legion Military Skills Conversion Program at BCIT
BCIT and the Royal Canadian Legion BC / Yukon Command entered into a 4 year sponsorship agreement in August 2011 to help BCIT develop its military program. With the Legion's donation, more opportunities and advanced placement pathways will be developed for military members looking to return to post secondary. Sponsorship money will also be used towards providing scholarships and bursaries for current and former military members attending BCIT through the program.
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April 14, 2011 - The Honour House Skills Conversion Program visits the Washington National Guard
The Legion Military Skills Conversion program was invited by colleagues at the University of Washington and representatives from the J9 group at the Washington National Guard to learn more about the LingFit program and to learn more about the educational and transitional needs of their troops. The Honour House Skills Conversion program was also joined by three graduating Human Resource Management diploma students who are doing their directed studies project on the World of Work Inventory (WOWI) career assessment test.
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March 15, 2011 - Canadian Forces Liaison Council honours BCIT for support to the Canadian Forces Reserve Force
The Canadian Forces Liaison Council (CFLC) today presented awards recognizing the support given by Metro Vancouver businesses and educational institutions to Canadian Forces (CF) Reserve personnel. "I commend British Columbia's 2011 recipients of the annual CFLC Support Awards," said Mr. Shepherd. "That they have received this award is a testament to the fact that these employers have stepped up and made real commitments to help support Canada's Reserve Forces - its citizen soldiers, sailors, and air personnel. These award recipients have proven that they value the traits and qualities of our reservists, and that they stand behind our men and women in uniform."
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January 25, 2011 - World of Work Inventory (WOWI) career assessment test now available
The Work of Work Inventory is an online career assessment test that measures interests, abilities, aptitudes, and personality and takes others factors into account as well. It is an expert system designed to give a customized list of occupations specifically suited to the individual's unique profile. To get more information or to request to take the test, please email the Legion Military Skills Conversion Program >
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