By Erica Ogodo with recommendations from Link contributors Who would have imagined that books on leadership could influence lives as much as they do? Our understanding of self-development was most often based on the large, well known titles that seem to be familiar to almost everyone, such as Rich Dad Poor Dad, The 7 Habits…
Written by Erica Ogodo You’ll never hear anyone say, “Be careful. Your career might be defined by one Teams message sent in all caps.” We hear about GPAs and degree standings, but not the proper way to communicate in the workplace. Digital professionalism matters. It’s the equivalent of office body language. Instead of a firm…
By Cathy Ye, with contributions from BCIT students and recent graduatesSpecial Thanks: Ethan Van Dyk, BCITSA Chair, School of Business + Media You’ve submitted all your final assignments, wrapped up your projects, and you’re counting down the days until you walk across the stage. The thought of tossing your cap into the air and celebrating with friends and family is exciting and long-awaited. But alongside anticipation, a sense of uncertainty begins to creep in. For years, your life followed…
In Conversation with BCIT alum, author, and entrepreneur Nigel Bennett. By Cathy Ye & Ian LauIn Partnership with BCIT Alumni Association Nigel Bennett is a BCIT alum, entrepreneur, author, and advocate who turned the challenges of ADHD and dyslexia into a catalyst for impact. As co-founder of Aqua-Guard Spill Response Inc. and founder of GiftADD,…
By Erica Ogodo, Link WriterPhotography Cathy YeSpecial Thanks Nina Lu, BCITSA Chair, School of Energy Most people can recall a time when curiosity began to grip their minds. That curiosity could have been in the form of a nagging question, a simple problem that needed to be solved, or simply the fascination of figuring out…
By Rivini Madawanarachchi Notting Hill, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, When Harry Met Sally—these are all beloved titles well known amongst romantic comedies. But why are the newer additions to this genre not meeting the same mark? Why aren’t people discussing The Idea of You or The Materialists in the same vein?…
By Oleksandra Hodunko The winter holidays aren’t just about exchanging presents or decorating the Christmas tree—they’re also a time to enjoy our favourite TV shows and movies. Each December, we revisit beloved classics that fill us with joy and set the tone for the season ahead. Films like Home Alone or The Grinch are staples,…
Illustrations by Shiny Kuo A Five-Minute Walk That Turned into a Mount Everest Climb By Stephanie Venegas My snow day story takes place in December 2024, when I was commuting from Richmond to the BCIT Burnaby campus. Since the trip typically took an hour and a half, I usually woke up at 5 a.m. to…
Gift-giving can be as simple or as complicated as you want it to be. Don’t stress out about pulling together the perfect present; our Link contributors have recommended some great gift ideas! Discover thoughtful crafts and affordable items to show your friends and family how much they mean to you this winter! Appreciation Jar Recommended…
Written by Erica OgodoPhotography by Quan Nguyen & Shiny Kuo BCIT’s fourth Winter Fest, held November 19–20 in the Great Hall, transformed the space into a colourful, intimate winter marketplace filled with local goods, food vendors, student activities, and a welcome of community during the final stretch of the semester. Across both days, the Great…
By Cathy YeIn partnership with BCIT Alumni Relations Whenever you pick up a new or familiar board game in anticipation of a gathering with family or friends, do you ever wonder how a board game is brought to life? Just like the seemingly scattered game pieces inside each box, every board game comes together through…
By Ian Lau & Erica Ogodo Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed after a grueling day of work and school? Don’t fret; just pick up a pan and get cooking! Imagine this: Your alarm failed to go off, so you rush to your car to make it to school on time. As you’re racing down the road,…