BCIT Student Awards Celebration 2020

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE BCIT STUDENT AWARDS 2020

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF BCIT

On behalf of all our exceptional faculty and staff here at BCIT, I am very proud to congratulate this year’s student award recipients on their outstanding achievements. I wish we were able to recognize your achievements with an in-person event as in previous years, but be assured we are no less excited to celebrate you virtually.

While the unexpected pandemic erupted, our students persevered, demonstrating the unmistakable BCIT qualities for which they are being recognized. They exemplify everything the almost 55-year-old institute is known for: innovation, drive, and leadership. Whether in business, computing, health sciences, construction, energy, or transportation, our students and alumni are poised to succeed on their future journeys.

Congratulations to all our student award recipients! You are not only a true testament to BCIT but also an example of excellence for your peers, your communities, and beyond. It is a privilege to support your growth and success. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next.

I’d also like to recognize the support of the community behind our remarkable students.

Thank you to BCIT faculty and staff, who go above and beyond every day to ensure our students’ success.

We also acknowledge the families of our award recipients—we share the pride you must feel today.

Lastly, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our generous donors, who make the entrance, in-term achievement, and graduating awards possible. Thank you.

Kathy Kinloch President British Columbia Institute of Technology

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE BCIT FOUNDATION

Congratulations to our 2020 award recipients on their extraordinary successes. This has been an exceptional year of challenge and change, and although the world is different, our learners have not been deterred from reaching their goals. Today, we celebrate not only their achievements, but also their adaptability, resilience, and perseverance.

The BCIT Foundation is incredibly proud to support and celebrate student success through the BCIT student awards program. This year, we are reminded of the importance of the program and the tremendous impact of these awards. As the world has changed, so have the needs of our students. In concert with our generous donors, we will continue to do our very best to alleviate the financial struggles that come with pursuing higher education, and to celebrate our students’ achievements.

BCIT’s donor-funded awards mean more than simply financial support to our students. They allow our award recipients to feel seen and be recognized for their hard work and dedication.

Our donors, faculty, and staff give them the confidence to dream bigger, push harder, and realize that no matter how challenging the situation may be, there is a community behind them, cheering for them.

To our generous donors, you continue to inspire us through your philanthropic leadership, and for that, we are so grateful. Your unwavering commitment helps our graduates chart their own path to success in our local community, across Canada, and around the globe.

To our high-achieving award recipients, congratulations! We are excited to follow your success as you make your way forward. Always remember that BCIT will continue to be here for you and we encourage you to stay connected with the BCIT Alumni Association after graduation. Reach out and share your stories—you are an inspiration for others to follow. Lead forward with passion, integrity, and drive. This is just the beginning.

Jackie Jacob Executive Director BCIT Foundation

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS The BCIT Foundation gratefully acknowledges the generosity of our donors who make these awards possible.

With your support, BCIT is able to recognize student success and academic excellence.

Thank you.

For information on how you can establish an award, please contact the Foundation office at 604.432.8803 or foundation@bcit.ca

CONTENTS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS + MEDIA Achievement Awards________________________________________ 4 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards________________________ 4 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards____________________________ 7 Dean’s Graduating Awards_________________________________12 Entrance Awards___________________________________________12 Graduating Awards_________________________________________12 Graduating School Awards_________________________________13 President’s Entrance Awards_______________________________13 Scholarships_______________________________________________ 14 School Awards_____________________________________________ 14

SCHOOL OF ENERGY Achievement Awards_______________________________________29 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards_______________________29 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards___________________________31 Dean’s Graduating Awards_________________________________32 Entrance Awards___________________________________________32 Graduating Awards_________________________________________33 Graduating School Awards_________________________________34 President’s Entrance Awards_______________________________34 Scholarships_______________________________________________34 School Awards_____________________________________________35

SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND ACADEMIC STUDIES Achievement Awards_______________________________________ 15 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards_______________________ 15 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards___________________________ 15 Dean’s Graduating Awards_________________________________16 Entrance Awards___________________________________________16 Graduating Awards_________________________________________ 17 Graduating School Awards_________________________________ 17 President’s Entrance Awards_______________________________ 17 Scholarships_______________________________________________ 17 School Awards_____________________________________________18

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Achievement Awards_______________________________________35 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards_______________________35 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards___________________________37 Dean’s Graduating Awards_________________________________39 Entrance Awards___________________________________________39 Graduating Awards_________________________________________39 Graduating School Awards_________________________________40 Scholarships_______________________________________________40 School Awards_____________________________________________40

SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Achievement Awards_______________________________________18 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards_______________________18 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards___________________________21 Dean’s Graduating Award__________________________________26 Entrance Awards___________________________________________26 Graduating Awards_________________________________________27 Graduating School Awards_________________________________28 President’s Entrance Awards_______________________________28 Scholarships_______________________________________________28 School Awards_____________________________________________29

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

SCHOOL OF TRANSPORTATION Achievement Awards_______________________________________40 ∆ Graduating Achievement Awards_______________________40 ∆ In-term Achievement Awards___________________________ 41 Dean’s Graduating Award__________________________________42 Entrance Awards___________________________________________42 Graduating Awards_________________________________________43 President’s Entrance Awards_______________________________43 School Awards_____________________________________________43

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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS + MEDIA ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS ∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

3M Canada Award An annual award established in 2015, this award is presented to a graduate of BCIT’s Graphic Communications Technology program. 3M is a global technology company delivering innovative solutions to life’s everyday needs.

Recipient: Fiona Wong, Graphic Communications Technology Management Absolute Award An annual award established in 2006. Absolute Software is an IT management and security company and a leading provider of firmwareembedded, persistent endpoint security, and management solutions.

Recipients: Mathew Feenie, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Matthew Porietis, Marketing Management—Professional Sales ACBSP Professional Competency Award An annual award established in 2013.

Recipient: Jihye Kim, Bachelor of Business Administration Aerotek: Emerging Leader Award Established in 2019, this award recognizes a top-performing student in one of the following programs: Professional Sales, Communication, or Entrepreneurship. This individual exemplifies excellence in academic performance and has impacted their peers through leadership. This is awarded to a student in their graduating year for leading their teams and peers to achieve extraordinary results.

Recipient: Brian Coutts, Marketing Management—Professional Sales APICS Educational Society (Vancouver Chapter) Awards An annual award established in 1991 by the Canadian Association for Production and Inventory Control, Vancouver Chapter. APICS builds operations management excellence in individuals and enterprises through superior education and training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

Recipient: Jasjit Ghag, Business Operations Management BCAA Cathy Giles Cathro Memorial Award An endowment established in 2006 to honour the memory of BCAA employee Cathy Giles Cathro to remember her dedication to exceptional customer service by supporting the next generation of customer service professionals in British Columbia. Cathy trained and mentored numerous BCIT graduates, often commenting on her pleasure in sharing with them her many years of experience in serving BCAA customers.

Recipient: Kaitlyn Thompson, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications

BCIT Bachelor of Business Administration Award An annual award established in 1997.

Recipient: Joe Li, Bachelor of Business Administration BCIT Business Information Technology Management Faculty Achievement Award An annual award established in 2000 by the department.

Recipient: Kai-Yuan Yeh, Business Information Technology Management BCIT Business Management Advanced Placement Faculty Achievement Award An annual award established in 1988, this achievement award is presented to a graduate of BCIT’s Business Management Advanced Placement program.

Recipient: Daniel Kim, Business Management, Advanced Placement BCIT Business Management Faculty Achievement Award An annual award established in 1987.

Recipient: Kiarash Lighvani, Business Management BCIT Business Operations Management Faculty Achievement Award An annual award established in 1984, this award is presented to a graduate of BCIT’s Business Operations Management program demonstrating high academic achievement as well as outstanding leadership skills.

Recipients: Christian Phillips, Business Operations Management Graeme White, Business Operations Management BCIT Human Resource Management Advanced Placement Faculty Achievement Award An award established in 2004 by the department.

Recipient: Arpan Ranauta, Human Resource Management, Advanced Placement BCIT Human Resource Management Faculty Achievement Award An award established in 2004 by the department.

Recipient: Christine Shun Hang Kung, Human Resource Management BCIT Human Resources Program Advisory Committee Award An endowment established in 2000 through contributions from Aon Consulting, Finning International Inc., Hewitt Associates, ICBC, McCarthy Tetrault, William M. Mercer Ltd., The Pan Pacific Hotel (Vancouver), Vancity Credit Union, the BCIT School of Business + Media, and matching funds from the Government of British Columbia.

Recipient: Liezl De Ridder, Human Resource Management BCIT International Business Management Faculty Achievement Award An annual award established in 1999 by the department is presented to a graduate of the program.

Recipients: So Yeong Park, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain Yulan Yin, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain BCIT International Success Awards An annual award established in 2007 by the BCIT International Business Services Department.

Recipient: Kousha Hashemi, Business Information Technology Management

BCIT Bachelor of Accounting Achievement Award An annual award established in 1997.

Recipient: Jennifer Clark, Bachelor of Accounting

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BCIT Marketing Communication Industry Project Award An award established in 2013 to recognize the top student team that developed an integrated marketing communications campaign for a real industry client. This project is part of their capstone course where all of the Marketing Communications students develop a comprehensive marketing campaign and compete for the client’s business with a pitch presentation.

Recipients: Dane Calvelo, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Kimya Ebrahimi, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Samantha Lane, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Charlotte Conley, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Jennifer Dadswell, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications BCIT Marketing Communication Student Leadership Award An annual award established in 2013 by the department. This is a peernominated award for Marketing Communications students that have demonstrated exceptional leadership through course work, as well as program and institute initiatives.

Recipient: Mark Lester De Guzman, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications BCIT Marketing Communication Student Team Player Award An annual award established in 2014 by the department. This is a peernominated award for Marketing Communications students that have demonstrated an exceptional ability to foster a feeling of camaraderie among members of a team, enabling the team to cooperate and work well together.

Recipient: Timothy Tammen, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications BCIT Marketing Communications Award in Honour of Carroll Nelson An endowment established in 2006 in honour of Carroll Nelson, a BCIT teaching faculty member for 25 years and recipient of the 2005 BCIT Alumni Association Excellence in Teaching Award. She was a former program head for Marketing Communications and Direct Response Marketing and in 1985, worked on re-branding the marketing curriculum and initiated a hugely successful internship program. In 1998, Carroll introduced the first Direct Marketing program in Canada and educated, challenged, mentored, and led her students to be the best they can be. Her success is reflected in the widely acknowledged superior performance of BCIT Marketing graduates.

Recipients: Jihan Mourad, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Cameron Stidworthy, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications BCIT Marketing Management Business Consulting Award An endowment established in 2010 by the BCIT Marketing Management program with contributions from external industry partners who support the BCIT Marketing Management business consulting program. The income earned on the fund each year will provide a graduating achievement award for a student in the Professional Sales, Entrepreneurship, Professional Real Estate or Tourism Management options of BCIT’s Marketing Management Diploma of Technology program.

Recipient: Hunter Sones, Marketing Management—Entrepreneurship BCIT Professional Sales Student Silent Auction Award An annual award established in 2010 by the department.

Recipient: Katie Pham, Marketing Management—Professional Sales

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Brian Devereaux Memorial Award An annual award established in 2016 by the Canadian Materials Handling and Distribution Society (CMHDS). The award is in memory of Brian Devereaux, a popular and long-time member of the society.

Brian worked at the London Drugs Distribution Centre for more than 40 years and shaped the company significantly during that time. He will be remembered by many for his humour and willingness to freely give his time to mentor others in the logistics industry.

Recipient: Kevin Condy, Business Operations Management British Columbia Institute for Studies in International Trade Award for Excellence in Studies in International Trade An endowment established in 2006.

Recipient: Jared Pankratz, International Business Management Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Award An annual award established in 2004. The Chartered Professionals in Human Resources, committed to providing leadership in HR excellence, is the foremost professional association for those involved in the business of people.

Recipient: Andrea Chiang, Human Resource Management, Advanced Placement Columbia Plastics Ltd. Award An annual award established in 1995.

Recipient: Brooklyn Hermans, Business Operations Management Fasken Martineau DuMoulin Award in Human Resource Management An endowment established in 2000, Fasken Martineau is one of the world’s leading international business law and litigation firms.

Recipient: Kelsey Jackson, Human Resource Management, Advanced Placement Glenna Urbshadt Award An endowment established in 2005 by BCIT Marketing Professional Sales program head, Glenna Urbshadt.

Recipient: Melissa Millick, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Award in Business Management An annual award established in 1987.

Recipient: Roshan Vijayraghavan, Business Management Jill Vassallo Memorial Award An endowment established in 2009 by faculty member Dr. Kevin Wainwright and RG Properties. In 2011, the endowment was renamed in memory of Jill Vassallo, a BCIT Bachelor of Business Administration student and graduate of Marketing Communications (2010). Jill passed away from Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on September 7, 2010, the day she would have begun classes in the BBA. Jill was just shy of her 20th birthday. It had been her fourth battle with the disease which first emerged at the age of four. Known for her organizational and people skills, the foundational skills she learned at BCIT helped Jill also learn the importance of working with others. And while she enjoyed team management, her ability to be a leader was one of her greatest attributes.

Jill lived spontaneously and never let a day go by where she didn’t live life to the fullest. During her long illness, Jill maintained a blog and kept connected with family, friends, and classmates. She was an inspiring individual and this endowment is dedicated to honour her spirit and her life. “I can laugh at anything and I’m always smiling.”—Jillian Vassallo Recipient: Libby Yiu, Bachelor of Business Administration Jim and Isabel Verner Memorial Award An annual award originally established in 1984 by former faculty member, Jim Verner, in memory of his wife. When Jim passed away in 2004, his family renamed the award to honour him as well.

Recipient: Robert Canas, Business Management

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Joanne Gray Memorial Award of Excellence in Human Resources An endowment was established in 1988 by the Administrative Management students (class of 1986) in memory of Joanne Gray, a fellow classmate. The annual interest provides an achievement award to a graduate in Human Resources Management.

Recipient: Harmen Deol, Human Resource Management Joe Ribic Memorial Award An endowment was established in 1998 in memory of Joe Ribic, Program Head, Applied Operations Management, who passed away January 10, 1998.

Recipient: Nera Radojlovic, Business Operations Management Konica Minolta Professional Sales Award An annual award established in 2019.

Recipient: John Perry, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Laurie Jack Memorial Award An endowment established in 1977 by family, friends, colleagues, and the BCIT Student Association in memory of Laurie Jack, former president of the Student Association. The annual interest provides awards to students who have represented the student body at BCIT. Recipient: Hannah Russell, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications New Car Dealers of BC Award in Honour of Julia Blockberger An endowment established in 1995 by the New Car Dealer’s Association of BC in honour of Julia’s 28 years of support of their organization, including 12 years as show manager of the International Auto Show.

Recipient: Madelyne Lemieux, Marketing Management—Tourism Management OMNI Television Award in Design Essentials An endowment established in 2010. Omni Television is a leading provider of ethno-cultural television programming.

Recipient: Iyla So, Communication Design Essentials Payworks Graduating Achievement Award An annual award established in 2019 by Payworks. Payworks is a leading national provider of workforce management solutions, including payroll, human resources, and time and absence management. The Payworks purpose is Doing Right by People. The Payworks Graduating Achievement Award is awarded to a student finishing their Professional Sales diploma.

Recipient: Francesca Andreolli, Marketing Management— Professional Sales Peter Thomson Memorial Award An annual award established by Dr. Robert Gayton and family in memory of their close friend Peter Thomson. Peter was the director of the BCIT Venture Centre since 1986 who passed away suddenly in October 2007.

In his honour, the Centre was renamed the Peter Thomson Centre for Venture Development. This award was created to recognize the achievements of graduates who encompass the ideas that were at the heart of Peter Thomson’s vision to support and empower young entrepreneurs to create a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of entrepreneurial business.

Recipient: Raquel Grebler Quesne, Marketing Management— Entrepreneurship Pritam Benning Award This award was set up by the family of the late Pritam Singh Benning in 2019. Pritam moved across two continents for the betterment of his family. He gave up a comfortable life in India to work blue-collar jobs so his grandchildren could succeed in Canada and the UK. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has faced adversity.

Recipient: Paul Irving, Finance

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Robert Malcolm Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 by the brother of the late Robert Malcolm. Mr. Malcolm was a long-time newscaster who anchored the top-rated BCTV Night Final newscast from 1972-1991. He passed away in August 2010 at the age of 69. He began his career in radio, including CKDA in Victoria and CFUN and CKNW in Vancouver before taking over the helm of Night Final. He had interests in writing, directing, and broadcasting and did some lecturing and mentoring of students at BCIT. Recipient: Sydney Wong, Television and Video Production Robert Nason Award for Excellence in Direction of a Television and Video Production An award established in 2017 to honour and celebrate Robert Nason, one of BCIT’s outstanding and most long-serving faculty members. Rob has been with BCIT’s Broadcast and Media Communications program for 46 years. Over this time, he has been an invaluable source of knowledge and skill, inspiring hundreds of students as they pursue careers in the area of television and video production. BCIT is forever grateful to Rob for his commitment and dedication to this program and BCIT students.

Recipient: Oswaldo Lopez Dantes, Television and Video Production Shauna McCluskey-Polini Memorial Graduating Achievement Award An annual award established in 2018 in memory of Shauna McCluskeyPolini. This award is presented to a graduating student combining high academic standing, leadership, service, and dedication to learning and supporting those around them. A graduate of the program in 2006, Shauna was an exemplary student and received the academic achievement award as top student in her graduating class. Shauna had a very successful career and was well respected by her peers in her international global trade management and IT project management consulting roles.

Recipient: Divya Sahani, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain Sophos Canada Award in Professional Sales An annual award established in 2008 by Sophos, a world leader in IT security and control.

Recipient: Dylan Kimoto, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Spicers Canada Award An endowment established in 2005.

Recipient: Christina Shi, Graphic Communications Technology Management Wesgroup Equipment Graduating Achievement Award An annual achievement award established in 2019.

Recipients: Lauren Loh Fay Yin, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Katherine Thomson, Marketing Management—Professional Sales William (Bill) Gillis Memorial Award in Business Management Studies An endowment established in 2005 by Jim Gillis, Dianne Devlin, and David Gillis in memory of their father, Bill Gillis, a pioneer in the BC lumber industry and founder of Mill & Timber Products Ltd. Bill was a business and community leader, as well as an environmentalist. In 2002, he was inducted into the Fraser River Hall of Fame in recognition of his significant and noteworthy contributions to the health and sustainability of the Fraser River.

Recipient: Clara Wong, Business Management Wolverton Securities Ltd. Award in Financial Planning An annual award established in 1987. The company President, Brent Wolverton, is a 1984 graduate of the Financial Management Program and himself a BCIT award recipient.

Recipient: Lauren Duda, Financial Planning

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∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty.

APICS Educational Society (Vancouver Chapter) Award in Operations Management An annual award established in 1991 by the Canadian Association for Production and Inventory Control, Vancouver Chapter. APICS builds operations management excellence in individuals and enterprises through superior education and training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

Recipient: Vincentius Henry Angkawidjaja, Business Operations Management Association of Broadcast Communicators, Jean Henderson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1993 through contributions from media establishments in BC in memory of Jean Henderson, a well-known and respected member of the Association of Broadcast Communicators.

ABCOM is a non-profit society which brings together professionals from all facets of the broadcast industry for both educational and social activities. It is dedicated to the betterment of the broadcast and advertising industries through education, communication, and recognition of achievement.

Recipient: Anita Hsiao, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications

BCIT International Student Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former Board of Governors member, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Luciana Akemi Kato de Souza, Business Information Technology Management BCIT Marketing Communications Award in Honour of Carroll Nelson An endowment established in 2006 in honour of Carroll Nelson, a BCIT teaching faculty member for 25 years and recipient of the 2005 BCIT Alumni Association Excellence in Teaching Award. She was a former Program Head for Marketing Communications and Direct Response Marketing and, in 1985, worked on re-branding the marketing curriculum and initiated a hugely successful internship program. In 1998, Carroll introduced the first Direct Marketing program in Canada and educated, challenged, mentored and led her students to be the best they can be. Her success is reflected in the widely-acknowledged superior performance of BCIT Marketing graduates.

Recipient: Asha Pratt-Johnson, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Bell Media Award An endowment established in 2007 with matching funds from BCIT. The annual interest provides first-year achievement awards to students in Broadcast Radio, Broadcast Television, and Broadcast Journalism programs, with first preference given to students from the BC Peace and Northern BC Regions.

Recipients: Cory Letendre, Broadcast and Online Journalism Brandon Tweed, Radio Arts and Entertainment Lachlan Duncan, Television and Video Production

Baker Tilly WM LLP Award for Highest Marks in Accounting II and Computerized Accounting An annual award established in 1989. Baker Tilly WM LLP LLP is one of the largest independent accounting firms in Greater Vancouver and a member of a network of independent accountancy and business services firms throughout the world.

Recipients: Sangmi Oh, Accounting Patrick Ritchmond Taon, Accounting

Best Buy Canada Ltd. Award An endowment award established in 2009. Best Buy is one of Canada’s largest and most successful omni-channel retailers, operating the Best Buy, Best Buy Mobile, and Geek Squad brands. Through community investment, Best Buy Canada and its employees are committed to connecting youth with technology to inspire, motivate and empower their education.

Recipient: Ngoc Khanh Vi Do, International Business Management— International Business

BC Association of Broadcasters Pioneer Fund Award An endowment established in 1994. The BC Association of Broadcasters represents private television and radio broadcasters with the mandate to combine the resources and strength of their industry to promote and contribute to community enhancing programs throughout the province; to present a unified and credible voice in matters that affect their growing industry; and to provide members with information and inspiration.

Recipient: Suzanne Pasch, Radio Arts and Entertainment

BGIS Award An endowment established in 1998 for students in Automation and Instrumentation, Architectural and Building Engineering Technology, and Financial Management Recipient: Ishan Singla, Financial Planning

BC Hydro Award in Human Resource Management An endowment established in 2001. BC Hydro’s priority is to support BC students who are not only committed to a postsecondary education, but who are good examples of how to maintain a healthy life balance. They proudly recognize BC’s future leaders and role models.

Recipient: Sae Hyung Kim, Human Resource Management BC Marketing and Advertising Award An endowment established in 2009 through the contributions of industry partners—DDB Canada, Inventa Sales & Promotions, and the Advertising Agency Association of BC, as well as private donations from Mr. Richard Hamilton, Ms. Sandra Wilson, and the Bryant Legacy Trust. The award was created to encourage students in the Marketing Management program to pursue a career in Marketing Communications.

Recipient: Kiyana Ebrahimi, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications

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BMO Bank of Montreal Award in Financial Planning An annual award established in 1996. BMO is one of Canada’s largest corporate benefactors; reflecting our belief that our society is made stronger when the diversity of peoples, ideas, and interests is celebrated and supported. BMO is pleased to have supported BCIT’s annual awards and is the affinity MasterCard partner with the BCIT Alumni Association.

Recipient: Riley Danyluk, Financial Planning BMO Bank of Montreal Award in Professional Sales An annual award established in 1996. BMO is one of Canada’s largest corporate benefactors; reflecting our belief that our society is made stronger when the diversity of peoples, ideas and interests is celebrated and supported. BMO is pleased to have supported BCIT’s annual awards and is the affinity MasterCard partner with the BCIT Alumni Association.

Recipient: Raymond Leung, Marketing Management—Professional Sales

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Britco Structures Founders Remi Boddez Memorial Achievement Award An endowment established in 2016 by Rick McClymont and David Taft, Founders of Britco Structures, in memory of Remi Boddez who was a former Manager, Supply Chain/Purchasing at Britco Structures for 25 years. Remi was a strong, independent man who devoted his life to the care, love and teasing of his family and friends. He had a big heart and loved to laugh. He never hesitated to listen, help and provide his wisdom or his opinion whenever it was needed.

Recipient: Jeffrey Revill, Business Operations Management C.H. Robinson Award An annual award established in 2019 by C.H. Robinson to support students within the BCIT Professional Sales program. This scholarship is provided to a first-year student, who has high potential for a career in sales and encompasses our company values: EDGE. The recipient of this award pushes themselves to evolve constantly, eelivers xxcellence in all their work, embraces integrity in all they do, and leads by example to ensure their peer groups are able to grow together.

Recipient: Alysha Scales, Marketing Management—Professional Sales Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Award in Financial Planning An endowment established in 2002. The Canadian Bank of Commerce (established 1867) and the Imperial Bank of Canada (established 1875) merged to form the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with nearly 11 million personal banking and business clients, with branches and offices across Canada, in the United States, and around the world.

Recipient: Skorzeny Lui, Financial Planning Christopher Glover Memorial Award An endowment established in 1997 by the Franklin Woodlands Division of MacMillan Bloedel Ltd. in memory of Christopher Glover, a company employee and first-year Financial Management student, who was tragically killed on July 21, 1997 in a workplace accident. The award is presented to a Financial Management student who exemplifies the spirit of Chris sense of responsibility and accountability, sense of humour, fairness, outgoing personality and a desire to do the best he could.

Recipient: Anna Hawboldt, Finance CITT VAC Founders Award An annual award established in 2014. The Canadian Institute of Transportation (CITT) is Canada’s foremost professional development association in supply chain and logistics. Its programs and services promote excellence and career path development for transportation logisticians through professional certification, professional development, and cooperative networking opportunities. This award is in memory of CITT founding members. The members honoured by this award were pioneers in the field of transportation and logistics. Through their dedication to their chosen profession, and involvement in the Vancouver Area Council, they enriched and informed generations of new logisticians.

Recipient: Abhijit Bhadra, International Business Management— International Business

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David B.A. Clarke Memorial Award in Operations Management An annual award established in 2003 in memory of David B. Clarke, sponsored by Elin Clarke, widow, and John Clarke, father.

Recipient: Mitchell Cooper, Business Operations Management Dean’s First Year Leadership Award—Business An award established in 2019, for a student in a School of Business + Media full-time program.

Recipients: Charles Mah, Business Information Technology Management Dion Azeroual, Human Resource Management DLA Piper (Canada) LLP Award in Human Resource Management An endowment established in 2000. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP was established in 1897 by Edward Pease Davis and is a leading full-service law firm providing comprehensive legal services to clients through offices across Canada and in Japan, representing financial, corporate and government organizations and individuals.

Recipient: John Oxley, Human Resource Management Economical Insurance Award An annual award established in 2013. $3,000 each is presented to three students enrolled in the General Insurance and Risk Management program. Selection will be made by faculty based on a combination of high academic standing, their commitment and dedication to a career in insurance, service, and best all-around performance in the student’s first year of the program.

Recipients: Michael Haslam, General Insurance and Risk Management Komal Deep Josan, General Insurance and Risk Management Jace Scheu, General Insurance and Risk Management Enterprise Holdings Foundation Award An endowment established in 2011, this first year achievement award is awarded to a Professional Sales student.

Recipient: Jonathan Burnham, Marketing Management— Professional Sales Eric Moncur Memorial Award in Journalism An endowment established in 1999 by family, friends and colleagues of Eric Moncur who had a long and distinguished career with the BBC and CBC National Radio news and sports. This award is provided to a student who demonstrates a particular interest in national public affairs and the ambition to pursue a career in public broadcasting.

Recipient: Robert Holden, Broadcast and Online Journalism Feras Elkhalil IT/IQ Award An annual award established in 2012 by IT|IQ Tech Recruiters (formerly known as WPCG) in honour of Mr. Feras Elkhalil, BCIT alumni (1997 Marketing Real Estate), and owner and president of WPCG, a leading information technology recruitment agency based in Vancouver. The award commemorates IT|IQ Tech Recruiters’ fourteen-year anniversary, celebrated in April of 2012. The award is granted to a leading Professional Sales student who clearly exemplifies the values of Mr. Elkhalil and his team at IT|IQ Tech Recruiters who strive to uphold: leadership, service, and a strong work ethic. While recognizing student achievement, it also encourages their future pursuits within the professional sales industry.

Recipient: Zachary Cantwell, Marketing Management— Professional Sales

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Fingarson-Parliament Achievement Award An endowment established in 2006 by Lorne and Patricia Fingarson to provide bursaries and awards to students in the School of Business + Media Marketing Management Entrepreneurship program. Lorne was an instructor in the School of Business + Media and Pat (nee Parliament) worked in a variety of departments, including the Technology Centre and President’s Office. Both Lorne and Patricia worked at BCIT for over 20 years.

Recipients: Georgia Eldon, Marketing Management—Entrepreneurship Davry Hwang, Marketing Management—Entrepreneurship Francis K. Chan, CPA, CFE Award An annual award established in 2007 by BCIT alumnus Francis Chan, a 2005 graduate of the BCIT Forensic Investigation Forensic and Investigative Accounting program. The award is to encourage Financial Management students to pursue professional designations in the accounting field.

Recipient: Karen Anne Keffer, Accounting Hedy Pevecz Memorial Award An endowment established in 1992 by faculty, students and friends in memory of Hedy Pevecz, former program head of Transportation Logistics Management and International Trade. This award recognizes a student in the International Business Management program who demonstrates a combination of high academic achievement, team participation and leadership.

Recipient: Nathaniel Zuniga, International Business Management— Global Supply Chain Ideon Packaging Award An annual award established in 2017 and presented to a student in their second year of study as recommended by program faculty. The recipients of this award not only achieved academic excellence in their first year of study, but embody the entrepreneurial spirit, exude creativity, shown a passion for giving back, and display an interest in packaging.

Recipients: Samuel Laird, Graphic Communications Technology Management Tessa Michaelson, Graphic Communications Technology Management Isaac Lipovsky Award in Tourism Management An endowment established in 2000 from the estate of an anonymous donor. Isaac Lipovsky was a pioneer instructor in BCIT’s Hotel, Motel and Food Service Management program. A popular teacher, Mr. Lipovsky is remembered for his intelligence, spirituality and tremendous practical knowledge gained through years of operating food services at Woodwards department stores.

Recipient: Chenzi Liu, Marketing Management—Tourism Management J.C. (Cliff) McAdam Memorial Award An endowment established in 1993 in memory of J.C. Cliff McAdam, a BCIT employee who passed away in June 1993. He was the first Director of Business Management at BCIT, and went on to be the Vice President of Administration. He then became a faculty member in Financial Management until his retirement.

Recipient: Karl Arellano, Finance Joan A. Harrison Award in Human Resource Management An endowment established in 1995 during Joan A. Harrison’s tenure as a member of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Alina Ivanets, Human Resource Management

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

Karen Insley Memorial Award An endowment established in 2013 in memory of Karen Insley, a Marketing Communications graduate. She exhibited great enthusiasm, leadership qualities, passion for her work, and an unending work ethic resulting in her graduating with honours in 2006. Despite a valiant 8-month battle against cancer, Karen passed away in October 2012 at the age of 30. Karen was a wonderful daughter, sister, and friend to many and she was an adored wife to one. Karen’s laughter, sense of propriety, and her incredible work ethic will be missed dearly by all that knew her.

It is Karen’s family and friends’ hope that this award will be used to help nurture these similar values in a deserving student each year.

Recipient: Connor Jecks, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Ken Brambleby Memorial Award in Communication An endowment established in 1992 by the Communication Department honouring Ken Brambleby, a founding member of the department.

The recipient is a returning student who has demonstrated excellent communication skills in the first year of his or her studies.

Recipient: Angelina Ma, Accounting Ken Garrett Memorial Award in Radio An endowment established in 1987 by CKNW, family, and friends in memory of Ken Garrett, a Radio Option student killed in a canoeing accident. Ken is the son of CKNW broadcaster George Garrett.

Recipient: Michelle Truong, Radio Arts and Entertainment Ledcor 60th Anniversary Award An endowment established in 2008 to commemorate 60 years of construction excellence. Employee-owned with a broad portfolio throughout North America, the Ledcor Group of Companies was founded in 1947 with roots firmly planted in the ”oil patch”. Ledcor expanded geographically and diversified into the building and industrial sectors, with six construction divisions—Commercial Building, Heavy Civil, Industrial, Mining, Pipeline, and Telecommunications.

Recipients: Jena Lenning, Accounting Andrew Roberts, Accounting LG 104.3 FM Achievement Award in Journalism An endowment established in 1995. LG 104.3 FM is owned by Astral Media, Canada’s largest radio broadcaster with 82 licensed radio stations in 8 provinces.

Recipient: Robin Horner, Broadcast and Online Journalism LG 104.3 FM Achievement Award in Radio An endowment established in 1995. LG 104.3 FM is owned by Astral Media, Canada’s largest radio broadcaster with 82 licensed radio stations in 8 provinces.

Recipient: Jonathan Chung, Radio Arts and Entertainment Linda and Allan Stefanson Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 through the estate of Linda Stefanson, a 2004 graduate of BCIT’s Computer Systems Technology.

Recipients: Tammy Bellaire, Bachelor of Accounting Chun Yu Cheuk, Bachelor of Accounting Rikka Cua, Bachelor of Accounting Ellen Ratzlaff, Bachelor of Accounting Caitlin Rolston, Bachelor of Accounting Jennifer Sakelariou, Bachelor of Accounting

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Luke Fahrmann Memorial Award An annual award established in 2017 to honour Luke Fahrmann, a 2016 graduate of the Television and Video Production program, whose sudden passing was a great shock to all who knew him. What started as a onetime donation, initiated by faculty and students at BCIT, has grown into a permanent endowment, allowing Luke’s legacy to live on. This award will be presented to two students as they commence their second year of study, who embody Luke’s raw passion and unbridled enthusiasm for photography and digital storytelling.

Recipients: Amy Baek, Television and Video Production Strat Fraiberg, Television and Video Production Marie and Keith Stevenson Memorial Award in Tourism Management An endowment established in 2011 through the estate of Linda Stefanson, a 2004 graduate of BCIT’s Computer Systems Technology.

Recipient: Jungmin Lyuh, Marketing Management—Tourism Management Metropolitan Fine Printers Inc. Award An annual award established in 2005. The company was founded in Vancouver in 1977 by President George Kallas, inspired by his fascination with emerging technology and love of colour. The company expanded considerably and now operates sales offices in Western Canada, across the Pacific Northwest, and in Hawaii.

Recipient: Justin Heseltine, Graphic Communications Technology Management Michael K. Thurston High Flight Memorial Award in Journalism An endowment was established in 2002 by Mary Kay Thurston in memory of her husband Michael who was killed in a helicopter accident on November 8, 2001. The award is a tribute to Michael’s values. His love of flying and Mary Kay’s love of teaching are the heart and soul of this award.

Recipients: Anthony Corea, Broadcast and Online Journalism Elin Molenaar, Broadcast and Online Journalism Chantel Tsvetu, Broadcast and Online Journalism Mike Cowan Memorial Award in Radio An endowment established in 1996 by the parents of Mike Cowan, a student in the BCIT Radio program. In remembrance of his creativity, the award recognizes this attribute in the recipient as well as all-around achievement.

Recipient: Taylor Hollman, Radio Arts and Entertainment Molson Canada Award in Marketing Communications An endowment established in 1992. John Molson founded Canada’s oldest brewery on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Montreal in 1786.

It operates six breweries across the country, and invests in communities from coast-to-coast through involvement in various charitable initiatives and sports and entertainment sponsorships.

Recipient: Kristina Cox, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications New Country 93.7 JRFM and 100.5 The PEAK Award in memory of “Rocket” Rochelle Dentry & Greg Sher An endowment established in 1992 by CHRX Radio, a division of Jim Pattison Industries, in memory of Rochelle Dentry, Co-host of the CHRX Morning Show, and Greg Sherrett, Music Director of JR Country.

Recipient: Rachel Adams, Broadcast and Online Journalism

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Nigel A. Dodds, Dipl. T. (HONS), B.B.A. Memorial Award An endowment established in 2005 by the Dodds family and friends, with matching funds from BCIT, in memory of BCIT alumni Nigel Dodds who graduated with honours from BCIT’s Transportation Logistics program in 1994. Nigel was tragically killed in a plane crash on November 20, 1999.

The award is intended for a student who embodies the characteristics that were important to Nigel team spirit, leadership, honesty, and integrity.

Recipient: Bao Ngoc Le, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain Northbridge Financial Corporation Award An annual award established in 2016. This award is presented to a second year student in the General Insurance and Risk Management Program. The recipient of this award will have demonstrated a combination of outstanding academic achievement, leadership, initiative, and teamwork in their first year of studies. Northbridge Financial Corporation is a leading commercial property and casualty insurance management company that offers a wide range of innovative solutions to Canadian businesses through the Northbridge Insurance, TruShield Insurance, Federated Insurance, and Zenith Insurance brands.

Northbridge Financial Corporation is proud to be 100% Canadian and is wholly owned by Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.

Recipient: Joyce Nicole Deduque, General Insurance and Risk Management Olympic Industries Inc. Award of Excellence An annual award established in 2016. Olympic Industries is an international forest products trading company that was established in 1972. With annual sales surpassing $400 million, they are one of the top private businesses in BC. They specialize in innovative supply chain solutions for all markets and are a subsidiary of Forest City Trading Group, LLC. Recipient: Carson Smith, Marketing Management—Professional Sales OMNI Television Award in Broadcast Journalism An endowment established in 2010. OMNI Television is a leading provider of ethno-cultural television programming.

Recipients: Jayden Jhutti, Broadcast and Online Journalism Chantel Tsvetu, Broadcast and Online Journalism Peter Campin Memorial Award An annual award established in 2014 with contributions from students, faculty, staff, and Peter’s parents. Peter was a well-loved and valued member of the BCIT community who passed away too soon. His passion for his profession and students will not be forgotten.

Recipient: Amina Ashour, Digital Design and Development Peter Oostlander Award An endowment established in 2007. Peter Oostlander worked at Hemlock Printers prior to joining BCIT’s Business faculty. He actively supported and taught the Estimating course in the Graphic Communication Technology program. He retired from BCIT and the industry in 2009.

Recipient: Cong Minh Dang, Graphic Communications Technology Management

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Peter Rolston Memorial Award An award established in 2008 in memory of Peter Rolston. As a ventriloquist, Peter excelled in breathing life into otherwise inanimate objects. In 1960, he soon proved versatile enough as a performer to become a featured character on Carrousel, Side Show, Planet Pals, and finally, on his own show, Pete’s Place. The first episode of Peter’s Place aired July 19, 1965 and thousands upon thousands of children tuned in regularly to see Pete’s Place on BCTV. He won the Actra Award for Best BC Children’s Show in 1978. Peter passed away on June 7, 2006. The award recognizes the first year achievements of a student enrolled in the BCIT Broadcast Television program.

Recipient: Mandy Kwan, Television and Video Production Printed in Canada Award An endowment established in 2004 by Julia Blockberger, Chair of the BCIT Board of Governors 2001-2005, in memory of her late husband R.J. (Dick) Blockberger, President of Broadway Printers and a Past Chair of the Canadian Print Industries Association. It was his firm belief that all print purchases in every field of endeavour should be “Printed in Canada”.

Recipient: Lorena Mourao Mesquita, Graphic Communications Technology Management PrintForward, Printing & Imaging Association—Lorne Patterson Memorial Award This first year achievement award, established in 2017, is in memory of Lorne Patterson, a long-time active member of PrintForward, a successful business owner, and an engaged leader in the printing industry for more than 34 years. Lorne’s focus was always on quality, efficiency, and results. This award will be provided to an individual in the Graphic Communications Technology Management program who demonstrates similar characteristics.

Recipients: James Amey, Graphic Communications Technology Management Ho Ching Wan, Graphic Communications Technology Management Red Robinson Achievement Award for Excellence in Radio Broadcasting An annual award was established by Red Robinson in 1988. In 2001, he created an endowment that continues to fund his awards each year. Red Robinson started working as a disc jockey at the age of 16, while still in high school. He was one of the first DJs to play Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, and other rock and roll artists on a regular basis in Canada. Over the years, Robinson worked at many radio and TV stations in Vancouver and Portland, Oregon. In 1997, Robinson was elected to the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame.

Recipient: Jocelyn Cheung, Radio Arts and Entertainment RGF Integrated Wealth Management Award An annual first-year achievement award established in 2020 by RGF Integrated Wealth Management. We are committed to helping students reach their full potential and believe that supporting individuals pursue a career path as a professional financial planner is key to the advancement of our industry. This scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates high academic standing as well as extra-curricular involvement within BCIT, community involvement and/or communication capabilities.

Recipient: Serafine Elaine Gunawan Go, Financial Planning Rob Hagen Memorial Award in Professional Sales An annual award established in 2004 by family, friends and colleagues of Rob Hagen, a 1981 graduate of BCIT’s Marketing Management program, who passed away in 2000.

Recipient: Dennis Lu, Marketing Management—Professional Sales

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

Robert Jackson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1991 by the Financial Management department in memory of former faculty member, Bob Jackson.

Recipient: Sangmi Oh, Accounting Stowe School Award An endowment established anonymously in 1997.

Recipients: Santiago Silva Restrepo, Broadcast and Online Journalism Paula Loroff, Radio Arts and Entertainment Utae Kanauchi, Television and Video Production Total Graphics Inc., R. Neil Lamb Memorial Award An annual award established in 2007 to honour the memory of Neil Lamb. Neil was a pillar in the graphics industry through his association with Zenith Graphics. His son, David, is the former Vice President of Total Graphics, which is on the leading edge of print-production technology .They are Vancouver’s largest and most successful independent premedia service, working with advertising agencies, designers, printers, creative professionals, and corporate marketing departments.

Recipient: Rachel Gill, Graphic Communications Technology Management UDI Development Industry Award An endowment established in 2007 by former BCIT Board Chair Maureen Enser which provides first-year achievement awards for students in any eligible, full-time construction-related program at BCIT. The Urban Development Institute (UDI) is a national non-profit association of the development industry and its related professions, concentrating its activities on government relations, professional development and education, and research.

Recipient: Bradley Luedke, Business Management Vancouver Executives’ Association Award An endowment established in 1984. The Vancouver Executives Association (VanEx) is a premiere networking group in Vancouver. Since 1920, its members have committed to supplying quality, reputable goods and services to the Greater Vancouver marketplace and beyond. It is one of the longest-standing business associations in Vancouver.

Recipients: Balreet Dhaliwal, Business Management Nancy Phan, Human Resource Management Weiser Lock Award in Business Operations Management An endowment established in 1987. Weiser Lock started in 1904 and was purchased by the Black & Decker Corporation in 2003. Black & Decker is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of power tools and accessories, hardware and home improvement products, and technology-based fastening systems.

Recipient: Fardin Jamalian, Business Operations Management Zoom Media Inc. Award An endowment established in 1998. Zoom Media is the largest targeted lifestyle media in Canada, offering advertisers innovative out-ofhome media solutions, reaching distinct target audiences in specific environments.

Recipients: Zackery Carpenter, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Alyssa Kun, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications

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DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARDS

Dean’s Award for Diploma Recipient: Joshua Pang, Marketing Management—Professional Sales

Lauren Sewell Memorial Entrance Award An endowment was established in 2013 by Greg and Fran Sewell in memory of their daughter Lauren, who had just completed the first year of BCIT’s Human Resource Management diploma program when she was tragically killed in a small plane crash near Peachland, BC on August 13, 2012 at the age of 24. Lauren was a loving, dedicated, and caring person who enjoyed helping her fellow classmates and others. This award was created by her parents as a perpetual legacy in her memory, for aspiring students entering the full-time Human Resources Management diploma program who are coming to BCIT after a minimum of 1-2 years of fulltime employment in the workforce following graduation from high school, and who demonstrate the caring traits exemplified by Lauren Sewell during her short life.

Recipient: Deanna Veltchev, Human Resource Management

ENTRANCE AWARDS

GRADUATING AWARDS

Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, effective team behaviour, and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

Dean’s Award for Bachelor’s Degree Recipient: Shawn Grewal, Bachelor of Accounting Dean’s Award for Advanced Diploma Recipient: Karan Jethi, Business Management

Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

BCIT Alumni Association Entrance Awards An endowment established in 1986 by the BCIT Alumni Association. The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Ryan Reid, Business Management BCIT Board of Governors’ Entrance Awards for Baccalaureate Degrees Awards established in 1997 by BCIT for students entering a bachelor’s degree program.

Recipients: Ravi Rai, Accounting Clara Wong, Business Administration CTV Inc., a Division of Bell Media Entrance Award An endowment established in 2001 by Bell Globemedia Inc. (formerly Bell Canada Enterprises) provides awards in the names of Bell Canada Enterprises, CTV, Bell Sympatico and Bell Globemedia.

Recipients: Min Ji Kim, New Media Design and Web Development Kate Clarence Liwanag, New Media Design and Web Development Earl and Victoria Blatherwick Entrance Award An endowment established in 2017. Earl and Victoria Blatherwick lived in Burnaby for 47 years. Earl, after retiring from the RCAF as a Chief Warrant Officer, was a commissionaire at BCIT and later worked for the BCBC in the BCIT parking department. Their son John Blatherwick chaired the BCIT Environmental Health Committee for many years and taught in the program on occasion. Their son Ken Blatherwick completed the Business program at BCIT. Their grandsons, Doug Blatherwick and Matthew Hoffman, and their son-in-law Ed Hoffman completed the Computer Systems program at BCIT. Recipient: Tanvir Bhullar, Business Management Ideon Packaging Entrance Award An annual award established in 2017 and presented to a student who has displayed a passion for delivering WOW experiences for others in their school and the community. This student embodies leadership, citizenship, and an ability to overcome adversity.

Recipient: Elodie Brewer, Graphic Communications Technology Management

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These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

BCIT 3D Modeling, Art and Animation Award An annual award established by the department.

Recipient: Carsen Haycock, 3D Modeling, Art and Animation BCIT Accounting Award An annual award established by the department.

Recipient: Ravi Rai, Accounting BCIT Business Information Technology Management Award An annual award established in 2000 by the department.

Recipient: Kousha Hashemi, Business Information Technology Management BCIT Business Management Award An annual award established in 2010.

Recipient: Sarah Malli, Business Management BCIT Business Operations Management Award An endowment established in 2008, this award is presented to the graduate of BCIT’s Business Operations Management program with the highest GPA in their final year.

Recipient: Jason Audette, Business Operations Management Digital Design and Development Award An annual award established in 2014 by the department.

Recipient: Karen Anne Cumlat, Digital Design and Development BCIT Finance Award An annual award established in 1997.

Recipient: Paul Irving, Finance BCIT Financial Planning Award An annual award established in 2003.

Recipient: Lauren Duda, Financial Planning BCIT Graphic Communications Award An award established in 2013 by the department.

Recipient: Fiona Wong, Graphic Communications Technology Management BCIT Human Resource Management Advanced Placement Award An award established in 2004 by the department.

Recipient: Arpan Ranauta, Human Resource Management, Advanced Placement BCIT Human Resource Management Graduating Award An award established by the department.

Recipient: Liezl De Ridder, Human Resource Management

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BCIT Marketing Communications Academic Excellence Award An annual award established in 2011 by the department.

Recipient: Anna Shkuratoff, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications BCIT Tourism Management Award An annual award established in 1993.

Recipient: Hannah Sauve, Marketing Management—Tourism Management British Columbia Association of Broadcasters Award An annual award established in 1975 presented to the top Broadcast student. The BC Association of Broadcasters represents private television and radio broadcasters with the mandate to combine the resources and strength of their industry to promote and contribute to communityenhancing programs throughout the province; to present a unified and credible voice in matters that affect their growing industry; and to provide members with information and inspiration.

Recipient: Giomarco Palermo, Radio Arts and Entertainment Glenna Urbshadt Award An endowment established in 2005 by BCIT Marketing Professional Sales Program Head, Glenna Urbshadt.

Recipient: Joshua Pang, Marketing Management—Professional Sales National Transportation Week Pioneers Award An endowment established 2002.

Recipient: Jared Pankratz, International Business Management— International Business Premier Strategic Consultants International, Entrepreneurship Academic Excellence Award An annual award established in 2002.

Recipient: Hunter Sones, Marketing Management—Entrepreneurship

GRADUATING SCHOOL AWARDS These awards are presented to outstanding students in specific schools. The departments nominate students, with the final selections made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Awards Established in 1986 by BCIT alumni, the endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Erin Laforet, Broadcast and Online Journalism

PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE AWARDS BCIT President’s Entrance Awards are available to students who have graduated from a BC secondary school during the period of September 2019 to June 2020. The selection of candidates is based on an evaluation of academic achievement, participation and contribution to school activities, leadership, and citizenship, as well as volunteer and/ or community service. BCIT President’s Entrance Awards can be applied to any full-time BCIT credential program.

Recipients: Elodie Brewer, Graphic Communications Technology Management Nicholas Easter, 3D Modeling, Art and Animation Brooke Jangula, Television and Video Production Ryan Prasad, Accounting Sherwin Rahmanian, Accounting Sahiba Singh, Accounting

CONGRATULATIONS, BCIT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARD RECIPIENTS You inspire us! Supporting student success for more than 30 years, the BCIT Alumni Association is proud to fund the following awards and scholarships in recognition of your outstanding achievements.

2020 BCIT Alumni Association Award Recipients Graduating School Awards ∆ Brett Choi ∆ Christina Dixon ∆ Erin Laforet ∆ Michelle Le ∆ Hafeez Noormohamed

Scholarships ∆ Kateryna Bozhenko ∆ Lucas Hall ∆ Jennifer Nicholls ∆ Ashley Obeck ∆ Eileen Tang ∆ Yvette Keeshia Valles

Entrance Awards ∆ Ayla Challenger ∆ Laurel Dyck ∆ Erik Hayes ∆ Julia Kroeker ∆ Ryan Reid

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

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SCHOLARSHIPS Diploma Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels one and two of their program.

Degree Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels three through six of their program.

BC Association of Broadcasters Scholarship An annual award established in 1977 and presented to the top Broadcast student. The BC Association of Broadcasters represents private television and radio broadcasters with the mandate to combine the resources and strength of their industry to promote and contribute to communityenhancing programs throughout the province; to present a unified and credible voice in matters that affect their growing industry; and to provide members with information and inspiration.

Recipient: Brooke McCarthy, Radio Arts and Entertainment BCIT Faculty and Staff Association Scholarship An annual award established in 1982. The Faculty and Staff Association defends and advances the employment interests of its members through representation, collective bargaining, and advocacy with BCIT, the government, and the community.

Recipient: Andrew Roberts, Accounting BCIT Foundation Scholarship An endowment established in 2000 with a lead gift from Joan Harrison, the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors Chair at that time.

Recipients: Rachel Adams, Broadcast and Online Journalism Jeremy Pang, Business Management Holly Leonard, Business Operations Management Bradley Luedke, Finance Serafine Elaine Gunawan Go, Financial Planning Joyce Nicole Deduque, General Insurance and Risk Management Cong Minh Dang, Graphic Communications Technology Management James Izard, Marketing Management—Entrepreneurship Dr. Joseph H. Cohen, CM, SB St.J., OBC, LLD; Mrs. Frances Cohen; Lori, Bruce and Phyllis Cohen Achievement Award in Honour of Dr. G. Wynne Powell, CPA, FCPA, FCGA An endowment established in 1991 by the Cohen family in recognition of their friendship with Dr. G. Wynne Powell, President and COO of London Drugs Ltd., and former Chair of the BCIT Board of Governors and the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors.

Recipient: Virginie Soulodre-Whan, Digital Design and Development Eaton Foundation Scholarship in Professional Sales An endowment established in 1991. Eaton’s was once Canada’s largest department store retailer founded in 1869 in Toronto by Timothy Eaton and revolutionized department store retailing in North America. The T. Eaton Co. Limited was a retail and social institution in Canada, with stores across the country, and was well known for its customer service.

Recipient: Jonathan Burnham, Marketing Management— Professional Sales Global Television Scholarship An annual award established in 1978. The Global Television network broadcasts via 10 television stations, reaching 96% of English-speaking Canada. Global also has successful local news programs in every market and is the dominant local news organization in British Columbia.

Recipient: Erin Russell, Television and Video Production

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Murray H. MacKenzie Memorial Scholarship in Tourism Management An endowment established in 1981 through the Claire and Murray MacKenzie Foundation, a private foundation, with a goal to support and promote the advancement of education.

Recipient: Anh Ngo, Marketing Management—Tourism Management Oracle Corporation Vancouver Scholarship An endowment established in 2005. Oracle Canada ULC was founded in 1984 to better meet current and emerging systems architecture and information-management software needs of Canadian companies. With headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario, the company, through its more than 1,000 employees, develops customized, fully integrated computing solutions. This award is presented to a student entering the Business Information Technology Management program.

Recipient: Luciana Akemi Kato de Souza, Business Information Technology Management Port of Vancouver Scholarship in Memory of Christopher T. Brown An annual award established in 1988 in memory of Christopher Brown, former Chairman of the Fraser River Harbour Commission.

Recipient: Keren Winarto, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain Schmoozapalooza Award An annual award established in 2015. The Schmoozapalooza award is made possible by the fundraising activities of the BCIT Marketing Communications students.

Recipient: Jong Yoon Lee, Marketing Management—Marketing Communications Washington Group Northern Ltd. Scholarship An endowment established in 1981 by Northern Construction Co. Ltd. The Washington Group provides integrated engineering, construction and management services to businesses and governments around the world.

Recipient: Ming Chuang, Human Resource Management

SCHOOL AWARDS Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments, with a final selection made by the Dean BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Yvette Keeshia Valles, Accounting Dr. G. Wynne Powell CPA, FCPA, FCGA Award An endowment established in 1992 by Dr. G. Wynne Powell, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipients: Lucas McKinnon, Accounting Joshua McAdams, Business Management Justin Heseltine, Graphic Communications Technology Management Keren Winarto, International Business Management—Global Supply Chain Julia Dosen, Marketing Management—Tourism Management Malcolm C. J. Wickson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1988 to honour the late Malcolm Wickson, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Hayley Vernon, Accounting

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Rotary Club of Burnaby Foundation Award An endowment established in 1991. The mission of The Rotary Foundation is to enable Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. The Foundation is a notfor-profit corporation supported solely by voluntary contributions from Rotarians and friends of the Foundation who share its vision of a better world.

Recipient: Ngoc Khanh Vi Do, International Business Management— International Business

Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Award An annual award established in 1987.

Recipient: Wilburt Herrera, Computer Systems Technology— Cloud Computing ISACA, Vancouver Chapter Award An annual award established in 2013, the ISACA Vancouver Chapter Award is intended to recognize outstanding students in the second year of Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems—Computer Crime Option, Forensic Investigation.

Recipient: Chase Crawford, Bachelor of Technology in Forensic Investigation—Computer Crime

SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND ACADEMIC STUDIES

Sophos Canada Award in Computer Systems Technology An annual award established in 2008 by Sophos, a world leader in IT security and control.

Recipient: Kelvin Ka Ho Lee, Computer Systems Technology— Client Server

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty

These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Computer Systems An annual award established in 1998.

Recipient: Henry Loo, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Forensic Investigation An annual award established in 1998.

Recipient: James McKeown, Bachelor of Technology in Forensic Investigation BCIT International Success Award An annual award established in 2007 by the BCIT International Business Services Department.

Recipient: Shanyu Cui, Computer Information Technology Brian Anderson Memorial Award in Techinical Programming An endowment established in 2002 in memory of Brian Anderson by his wife, Barbara, with additional contributions from Computer Systems Technology (CST) alumni. Brian was program head of CST Technical Programming who died suddenly on April 13, 2002. He was a respected professional, colleague, and friend to many at BCIT and a talented instructor and mentor to his students. He had tremendous pride in the accomplishments of his students.

Recipient: Nathaniel Lemke, Computer Systems Technology— Technical Programming Centerprise Information Solutions Award An annual award established in 2018. Centerprise is a Victoria, BC management consulting firm serving Canadian Financial Institutions and their suppliers since 2008. With strong BCIT ties (founder Mike O’Shaughnessy is a double grad of CST 1986 and BTech 2013) Centerprise desires to “pay it forward” by supporting Computer Systems Technology students showing promise in technology and entrepreneurship.

Recipient: Alina Tumaev, Computer Systems Technology—Client Server

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BCIT International Student Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former Board of Governors member, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Ling Chau, Computer Systems Technology—Predictive Analytics BCIT Pioneers Club Award An endowment established in 1996 by the founding staff and faculty of BCIT. Recipient: Gordon Tsui, Computer Systems Technology— Cloud Computing British Columbia Masonic Foundation Award An endowment established in 2002. Freemasonry is a fraternity designed to teach morality, ethics, and train good men to make themselves of service to themselves, their families, and their communities.

Recipient: Cindy Le, Full Stack Web Development CAMS Software Achievement Award Annual awards established in 2014, CAMS Software Corporation funds two first-year achievement awards available to Computer Systems Technology students and Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems students. These achievement awards are presented to full-time students entering their second year of eligible programs who received outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service and/or all-round performance, as selected by program faculty.

Recipients: Juhee Kim, Computer Systems Technology—Cloud Computing Darian Gratton, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems— Games Development Centerprise Information Solutions Award An annual award established in 2018. Centerprise is a Victoria, BC management consulting firm serving Canadian Financial Institutions and their suppliers since 2008. With strong BCIT ties (Founder Mike O’Shaughnessy is a double graduate of Computer Systems Technology 1986 and Bachelor of Technology 2013), Centerprise desires to “pay it forward” by supporting Computer Systems Technology students showing promise in technology and entrepreneurship.

Recipient: Yunseong Hur, Computer Systems Technology— Cloud Computing

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Etienne de Kerckhove Memorial Award An endowment established in 2010 by the family in memory of BCIT alumnus Étienne de Kerckhove (Software System Developer 1999) who passed away August 14, 2009 at the age of 33 after a two-year battle with brain cancer. Étienne enjoyed his time at BCIT where he honed his programming skills and became increasingly confident with his career choice. He enjoyed the teamwork aspect of programming and was always satisfied when the hard work would pay off. Indeed, the intricacies and challenges of software programming fascinated Étienne throughout his career. This memorial scholarship was established to honour Étienne’s legacy and passion for software programming, as well as his unique spirit and life.

Recipient: Brian White, Computer Systems Technology—Technical Programming IUGO Mobile Entertainment Achievement Awards An annual award established in 2013. Founded in 2003, IUGO is an innovative studio focused on creating premium game experiences on mobile devices. To demonstrate their commitment to the industry, IUGO has created multiple awards to recognize outstanding students at BCIT. Recipients: Ian Younghusband, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems— Games Development Jared Hall, Computer Systems Technology—Cloud Computing Seung Ho Han, Computer Systems Technology—Predictive Analytics J.E. Thompson Programming Excellence Award An annual award established in 2017 presented to two students in their second year of study in the CST program as recommended by program faculty. The recipients of this award not only achieved academic excellence in their first year of study, but exude a true passion for software development, and creating simple solutions that solve real problems.

Recipients: Andriy Goryelov, Computer Systems Technology—Data Communications and Internetworking Kristian Postnikoff, Computer Systems Technology—Web and Mobile Leah J. Geosits Memorial Award An endowment fund established in 2002 by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Leah Janet Geosits who passed away February 16, 2002 at the age of 35 after an inspiring and valiant battle with cancer.

Leah graduated with honours from the BCIT Computer Systems program in 1986 and had a successful career with the Vancouver Stock Exchange.

She married Brian Pynn (1990 BCIT Broadcast Communications graduate) in 1995 and had two children. She was a special lady who is fondly remembered for her kind heart, mischievous eyes, illuminating smile, and invincible spirit.

Recipient: Michael Lum, Computer Systems Technology—Predictive Analytics Linda and Allan Stefanson Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 through the estate of Linda Stefanson, a 2004 graduate of BCIT’s Computer Systems Technology.

Recipients: Rosalia Matzumiya Garcia, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems Jacob Mcphail, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems Erik Tryggvason, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems Sahej Bhatia, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems Rina Hong, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems Yongjian Zhang, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems

DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARDS Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, effective team behaviour, and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

Dean’s Award for Bachelor’s Degree Recipient: Michelle Le, Bachelor of Technology in Forensic Investigation—Forensic Science Dean’s Award for Diploma Recipient: Diego Felix de Almeida, Computer Information Technology Dean’s Award for Certificate Recipient: Cameron Wong, Computer Systems

ENTRANCE AWARDS Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

BCIT Board of Governors’ Entrance Awards for Baccalaureate Degrees Awards established in 1997 by BCIT for students entering a bachelor’s degree program.

Recipient: Kamyar Karbassian, General Studies BCIT Computer Systems Technology Industry Sponsored Entrance Award An endowment established in 2008 with support from industry partners who provide work placements for Computer Systems Technology students.

Recipient: Spencer Morrison, Computer Systems Debbe Gervin Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 2001 by family, friends, and the Society for Canadian Women in Science & Technology (SCWIST) in loving memory of Debbe Gervin, a BCIT faculty member in the School of Computing from 1986 to 1999. Debbe was known for her spontaneity, sense of fun, her ability to instill enthusiasm in her students and for her strong support of women pursuing non-traditional, scientific, and technical careers. Her untimely death from cancer in 1999 was a loss not only for family and friends, but also for BCIT faculty and students.

Recipient: Sabrina Kuah, Software Systems Developer— Web Programmer Elsie Boone/North Shore Lions Club Entrance An endowment established in 1992 by the North Shore Lions Club through a bequest from the late Elsie Boone, a long-time teacher in North Vancouver who passed away in 1990. The award is designated to students registered with the BCIT Accessibility Services who are residents of Greater Vancouver, or the Howe Sound corridor with preference to students on the North Shore.

Recipient: Mike Javee Galam, Computer Information Technology IUGO Mobile Entertainment Entrance Awards An annual award established in 2013. Founded in 2003, IUGO is an innovative studio focused on creating premium game experiences on mobile devices. To demonstrate their commitment to the industry, IUGO has created multiple awards to recognize outstanding students at BCIT. Recipient: Kaleb Afseth, Computer Systems

Microserve Award An annual award established in 2014. Microserve offers the highest level of quality and client satisfaction available and is also the largest independent IT solutions providers in Western Canada.

Recipient: Jeffrey Law, Computer Information Technology

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Scotiabank Entrance Award An annual award established in 2019. Scotiabank provides a broad range of retail, commercial, corporate, investment, and international banking services. Its core businesses include Domestic Banking (including Wealth Management), International Banking and Scotia Capital. The company has over 10 million customers, including 6.5 million in Canada, and 28,000 employees in Canada. The interest on this endowment is awarded to a student entering any full-time, eligible aerospace program.

Recipients: William Setunsky, Forensic Investigation—Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Emmett Stokes, Forensic Investigation—Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity

GRADUATING AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

BCIT Computer Information Technology Award An annual award established in 2008.

Recipients: Ziqi Gan, Computer Information Technology Shanyu Cui, Computer Information Technology BCIT Computer Systems Award in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning An annual award established in 2019.

Recipient: Boning Yang, Computer Systems Technology— Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning BCIT Computer Systems, Client/Server Award An annual award established in 1998 by the department.

Recipient: Minseok Kong, Computer Systems Technology—Client Server BCIT Computer Systems Award in Cloud Computing An annual award established in 2019.

Recipients: Lim Alan Sebastian Gunadio, Computer Systems Technology— Cloud Computing Leeseul Kim, Computer Systems Technology—Cloud Computing BCIT Computer Systems Award in Data Communications and Internetworking An annual award established in 1985 by the department.

Recipient: Henry Ho, Computer Systems Technology— Data Communications and Internetworking

GRADUATING SCHOOL AWARDS These awards are presented to outstanding students in specific schools. The departments nominate students, with the final selections made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Awards Established in 1986 by BCIT alumni, the endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Michelle Le, Bachelor of Technology in Forensic Investigation—Forensic Science

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BCIT Computer Systems Award in Information Systems An annual award established in 1992 by the department.

Recipient: John Ham, Computer Systems Technology— Information Systems BCIT Computer Systems Award in Tech Entrepreneur An annual award established in 2019 by the department.

Recipient: Adam Doquiatan, Computer Systems Technology— Technology Entrepreneur BCIT Computer Systems Award in Technical Programming An annual award established in 1985.

Recipient: Thompson DeLair-Dobrovolny, Computer Systems Technology—Technical Programming BCIT Computer Systems Award in Web & Mobile An annual award established in 1985.

Recipient: Mengjun Wang, Computer Systems Technology— Web and Mobile Toshiba Mobile Computing Award An endowment established in 2005.

Recipient: Michael Andersen, Computer Systems Technology— Digital Processing

PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE AWARDS BCIT President’s Entrance Awards are available to students who have graduated from a BC secondary school during the period of September 2019 to June 2020. The selection of candidates is based on an evaluation of academic achievement, participation, and contribution to school activities, leadership, and citizenship, as well as volunteer and/ or community service. BCIT President’s Entrance Awards can be applied to any full-time BCIT credential program.

Recipient: Calista Lai, Full Stack Web Development

SCHOLARSHIPS Diploma Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels one and two of their program.

Degree Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels three through six of their program.

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association Scholarship An annual award established in 1982. The Faculty and Staff Association defends and advances the employment interests of its members through representation, collective bargaining, and advocacy with BCIT, the government, and the community.

Recipient: Justin Yee, Full Stack Web Development BCIT Foundation Scholarship An endowment established in 2000 with a lead gift from Joan Harrison, the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors Chair at that time.

Recipients: Ian Younghusband, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems— Games Development Kevin Chee, Computer Information Technology

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Engineers Club, Bud Hoyles Memorial Scholarship in Client/Server Computing An endowment established in 1999 to honour H.A. (Bud) Hoyles for his years of service to both his industry and the Engineers Club. Bud Hoyles was an active member in the Engineers Club of Vancouver and served one term as president of the organization. He was always active in a number of professional organizations in the fields of management consulting and consulting engineering. Bud Hoyles died on October 26, 1998 at the age of 73.

Recipient: Rishamdeep Johar, Computer Systems Technology— Client Server

Architectural Institute of British Columbia Achievement Award Established in 1966, this annual award recognizes outstanding achievement in the graduating class. The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is an independent, professional self-regulatory body established in 1920 by provincial statute: the Architects Act. In the interest of the public, the AIBC regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework. The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs, including the Student Affiliate program, which supports the next generation of architects and architectural technologists.

Recipient: Tony Yue, Architectural and Building Technology

Sam Brown Memorial Scholarship An endowment established in 1982 in memory of Sam Brown, former research director of the Teamsters Joint Council and Commissioner to the BC Workers’ Compensation Board.

Recipient: Ling Chau, Computer Systems Technology—Predictive Analytics

Architectural Institute of British Columbia Achievement Award in Architecture Established in 1966, this annual award recognizes outstanding achievement in the graduating class. The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is an independent, professional self-regulatory body established in 1920 by provincial statute: the Architects Act. In the interest of the public, the AIBC regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework. The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs, including the Student Affiliate program, which supports the next generation of architects and architectural technologists.

Recipient: Harper Sherman, Architectural and Building Technology

W. Cameron McKenzie Memorial Scholarship An endowment established in 1990 by family and colleagues of Cam McKenzie, former BCIT Board of Governors member.

Recipient: Amirali Askari, Computer Systems Technology

SCHOOL AWARDS Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments, with a final selection made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Kateryna Bozhenko, Computer Systems Technology Malcolm C. J. Wickson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1988 to honour the late Malcolm Wickson, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Kuanysh Boranbayev, Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems—Network Security Applications Development

SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION AND THE ENVIRONMENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS ∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

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Architectural Institute of British Columbia Achievement Award in Architecture Science Established in 1966, this annual award recognizes outstanding achievement in the graduating class. The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is an independent, professional self-regulatory body established in 1920 by provincial statute: the Architects Act. In the interest of the public, the AIBC regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework. The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs, including the Student Affiliate program, which supports the next generation of architects and architectural technologists.

Recipient: Yi Ting Wang, Bachelor of Architectural Science Architectural Institute of British Columbia Award in Architectural Science Established in 1966, this annual award recognizes outstanding achievement in the graduating class. The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is an independent, professional self-regulatory body established in 1920 by provincial statute: the Architects Act. In the interest of the public, the AIBC regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework. The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs, including the Student Affiliate program, which supports the next generation of architects and architectural technologists.

Recipient: Colin Pinchin, Bachelor of Architectural Science Architectural Mentors Award for Excellence in Architectural Science An annual award established in 2006 by Peter Lang, IBI Group, who participated in the Architectural Science mentorship program.

It is his hope that this award will be an avenue of participation for the profession in the education and encouragement of the next generation of students/employees.

Recipient: Maru Kim, Bachelor of Architectural Science

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Association of BC Forest Professionals ForesTrust, Wayne Cochrane Memorial Award An endowment established in 1999 in memory of Association member Wayne Cochrane. The Association of BC Forest Professionals is responsible for registering and regulating British Columbia’s professional foresters and forest technologists and is the largest professional forestry association in Canada.

Recipient: Aaron Froc, Forest and Natural Areas Management

BC Hydro Award An annual award established in 2008. BC Hydro’s primary business activities are the generation and distribution of electricity. It is the third largest electric utility in Canada, and endeavours to provide energy solutions to its customers in an environmentally and socially responsible way by balancing British Columbians’ energy needs with the concerns of the environment.

Recipient: Nicolas Flick, Civil Engineering Technology

ASTTBC Award An annual award established in 2001. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Simon Yu, Civil Engineering Technology

BC Land Surveyors Geomatics Bachelor of Science Award An endowment established in 2003 by various BC land surveyors organizations.

Recipient: Chadrick Ly, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics

ASTTBC Building Designers Award An annual award established in 2001. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Nicolas Bizzutto, Architectural and Building Technology ASTTBC Dale Wilson Memorial Award An annual award established in 2001. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Harjot Singh Cammo, Geomatics Engineering Technology ASTTBC/TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Award An annual award established in 2015. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. This award is supported by TD Insurance Meloche Monnex in recognition of the company’s longstanding partnership with ASTTBC. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Dylan Nash, Civil Engineering Technology BA Blacktop Ltd. Award An achievement award established in 2005, this award is presented to a graduate of Civil Engineering, based on achievement in Geotechnical courses in terms 3 and 4.

Recipient: Arjun Kropal, Civil Engineering Technology BC Building Envelope Council Education Foundation Award An award established in 2008. The BCBEC Foundation was established in 2006 from a surplus in the BC Building Envelope Council operating budget. BCBEC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a platform for proponents of the building industry to discuss issues and exchange information on building envelope issues. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide scholarships for post-secondary students and apprentices who excel in the study of building envelope design, construction, and technology.

Recipients: Youness Yousefi, Master of Applied Science in Building Engineering/ Building Science Rohan Warisa, Master of Engineering in Building Science

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BCIT Bachelor of Engineering Achievement Award in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering An award established by the department.

Recipient: Vladimir Dybounov, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering BCIT Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Achievement Award An annual award established in 2009.

Recipient: Harry MacMath, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering BCIT Bachelor of Science Achievement Award in Geomatics An annual award established in 2009.

Recipient: Christopher Vandergugten, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Construction Management An annual award established in 2009.

Recipient: Mike Clarke, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Environmental Engineering An annual award established in 2001.

Recipient: Kristina Moseley, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Engineering BCIT International Success Awards An annual award established in 2007 by the BCIT International Business Services Department.

Recipient: Harpreet Kaur, Geomatics Engineering Technology BCIT Mining and Mineral Exploration Technology Advisory Committee Award An endowment established in 2006 by members of the Mining Advisory Committee. Achievement awards are presented to graduates of the BCIT Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology program.

Recipient: Sitong Yang, Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology

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Beedie Development Group Student Achievement Awards An annual award established in 2017 to recognize students who have achieved an excellent academic standing, demonstrated a high level of employability skills, and an ambition to succeed in their new career.

A total of 10 achievement awards are presented to students in the Construction Management program, the Carpentry, Framing and Forming Foundation program, and the Architectural and Building Technology program—all within the BCIT School of Construction and the Environment.

Recipients: Daniel Atkins, Carpentry, Framing and Forming Foundation Dominic Bellec, Carpentry, Framing and Forming Foundation Craig Foris, Architectural and Building Technology Rebekah Muntelwit, Architectural and Building Technology Harper Sherman, Architectural and Building Technology Austin Ashley, Architectural and Building Technology Tony Yue, Architectural and Building Technology Ruby Dionisio, Architectural and Building Technology Mike Clarke, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management Paul Earle, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management Belle Construction Achievement Award The Belle Construction Achievement Award is awarded annually to a female student enrolled in the Construction Management Program at BCIT. Established in 2019 by Kendall Ansell, the award is dedicated to empowering women in trades.

Recipient: Ruel Soriano, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management Bennett Land Surveying Ltd. Award An annual award established in 2005. Bennett Land Surveying Ltd. is a legal, engineering, and topographic survey firm of BC Land Surveyors, and has been active in the Lower Mainland of BC for over 40 years. Their projects range from surveys of individual lots for homeowners to complex residential and commercial projects.

Recipient: Christopher Villamin, Geomatics Engineering Technology Binnie Consulting Ltd., Robert Binnie Memorial Award An annual award established in 1994 in memory of the founder of R.F. Binnie & Associates. It was then re-established as an endowment in 2006.

Recipient: Hafeez Noormohamed, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Burnaby Fish and Game Club, Herbert Karras Award An endowment established in 2007 with matching funds from BCIT to honour Club Treasurer Herb Karras for his 40+ years of service and commitment to the Club.

Recipient: Chenoa Flack, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Cameron Harrison Memorial Award An annual award established in 2011 by the BC Building Envelope Council. Cam was a 2007 graduate of the BCIT Architectural and Building Engineering Technology program, receiving awards for achievement. On a weekend break from work at RDH in Victoria, Cam was involved in a motor vehicle accident and passed away. The award is to recognize his many contributions to the field of Architectural and Building Engineering Technology.

Recipient: Gordana Liric, Architectural and Building Technology Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors BC Award An annual award established in 1983.

Recipient: Kevin Pan, Architectural and Building Technology

Charles J. Duncan Memorial Award Sponsored by the Dominion Company and the Duncan Family An endowment established in 1989 by the Duncan family and the Dominion Company in memory of Charles Duncan, who was employed by the Dominion Company for close to 50 years as a carpenter, as was his father before him. Both worked closely with members of the Bentall family.

Recipient: Daniel Menzies, Civil Engineering Technology Darwin and Sara Lamont Appreciation Award An annual award established in 2018 by Binnie Consulting Ltd. in honour of Darwin Lamont, a BCIT alumnus dedicated to serving the engineering industry and mentoring BCIT graduates during more than 46 years as a Binnie employee. This award is given to a student graduating with a diploma and recognized by faculty as a deserving student in the Civil Engineering program.

Recipient: Will Neufeld, Civil Engineering Technology Dave Rutherford Leadership Award An annual award established in 2017.

Recipient: Aaron Brown, Geomatics Engineering Technology DIRTT’s Annual Award for Excellence in Sustainable and Responsible Design An annual award established in 2018, DIRTT is pleased to present this award to a fourth year (graduating) student in the Interior Design program. DIRTT Environmental Solutions (Doing It Right This Time) uses its proprietary 3D software to design, manufacture and install fully customized manufactured interiors. We encourage consideration of manufactured and integrated construction including Modular Power & Networks, Modular Millwork, Integrated Technology and Living Walls all within the context of a flexible, sustainable, and beautiful project solution.

Recipients: Jeff Lam, Bachelor of Interior Design Julie Rosen, Bachelor of Interior Design Dixie Hudson Excellence in Design Award The Dixie Hudson Graduating Achievement Award was founded in 2018 with the generous donations from her friends, family and co-workers.

Dixie Hudson founded the part-time Interior Design program at BCIT in 1979 and continued to pour her heart and soul into improving the program and the experience for the students right up to her passing in 2018. This award will be given to a student who excels in leadership, creativity, and design.

Recipient: Wei Hao Chien, Bachelor of Interior Design EllisDon Construction Services Inc. Award Established in 2012, this graduating achievement award is available to a graduating Civil Engineering Technology student.

Recipient: Kingsley Fang, Civil Engineering Technology EMCON Achievement Award for Civil Engineering An annual award established in 2020.

Recipients: Pero Pejkovic, Civil Engineering Technology Salvatore Fuda, Civil Engineering Technology EMCON Achievement Award for Women in Engineering An annual award established in 2020.

Recipients: Alexandra Zavarukhina, Civil Engineering Technology Sukhleen Grewal, Civil Engineering Technology Interface Graduating Achievement Award An annual award established in 2018.

Recipient: Jeff Lam, Bachelor of Interior Design

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Interior Designers Institute of BC Award An annual award established in 2018. The IDIBC Student Award is given annually to a deserving fourth-year student based on their final Capstone Project. The criteria for the award is the demonstration of IDIBC’s Vision Statement: “To benefit public health, safety and welfare, contribute to the enhancement of the environment and increase the perception, appreciation, and value of design in the community.”

Recipient: Kelly Irving, Bachelor of Interior Design Ledcor 60th Anniversary Award An endowment established in 2008 to commemorate 60 years of construction excellence. Employee-owned, with a broad portfolio throughout North America, the Ledcor Group of Companies was founded in 1947 with roots firmly planted in the oil patch. Ledcor expanded geographically and diversified into the building and industrial sectors, with six construction divisions: Commercial Building, Heavy Civil, Industrial, Mining, Pipeline, and Telecommunications.

Recipient: Ali Reza Khalili, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management Lesli Balagno Memorial Award An annual award created in 2016 by Heffel Balagno Design, the Balagno family and in collaboration with Cantu Hardware & Bath, this award is in memory of Lesli Balagno, one of Vancouver’s most accomplished and respected interior designers.

Recipient: Jessica Tarumoto, Interior Design Loons Flyfishing Club Award An endowment established in 2016 by the Loons Flyfishing Club, this award is presented to a graduate of BCIT’s Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program.

Recipient: Jef Vreys, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Lower Mainland British Columbia Land Surveyors Group Award for Bachelor of Science in Geomatics An annual award established in 2006.

Recipient: Christopher Vandergugten, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics McGregor and Thompson Hardware Ltd. Award/Shanahan’s Limited Partnership An annual award established in 1999.

Recipient: Gordana Liric, Architectural and Building Technology Ozmer Catt Memorial Award An endowment established in 1997 by family and friends of Ozmer Catt, father of two BCIT faculty members, Danny and Carl Catt. Recipients of the award exemplify the qualities that Ozmer Catt valued and exhibited: commitment to community service, world peace, the conservation of nature, and a sense of adventure.

Recipient: Alexander Stein, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation SAG Conference Award Foundation Award in Mining The SAG Conference Award Foundation established awards to encourage leadership skills and academic achievement in mining and mineral processing. These awards are available in 2020 to students in the Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology Diploma Program, and the Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Degree Program. Alongside their academic accomplishments, recipients have demonstrated their leadership contributions on campus or in the community through activities such as student government, inter-institute team challenges, volunteering, and campus societies.

Recipients: Vladimir Dybounov, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Brendan Swanson-Wolansky, Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology Victoria Hughes, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

Stantec Award in Construction Management An annual award established 2000. The Stantec community unites more than 15,000 employees working in over 250 locations. Stantec collaborates across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy and resource, and infrastructure projects to life.

Recipient: Navjot Brar, Bachelor of Technology in Construction Management Trimstyle Consulting Inc. Graduating Achievement Award An annual award established in 2014 to celebrate Trimstyle’s 10th year in business in British Columbia, and to add further support to a strong technical program. The purpose of this achievement award is to reward a graduating student who has demonstrated the greatest GPA transformation between the first and second year of the Architectural Technology program.

Recipient: Carlos Suzara, Architectural and Building Technology Urban and Regional Information Systems Association BC Chapter Pacific Institute of Cartographers Award An endowment established in 1990. The Urban & Regional Information Systems Association is a non-profit organization aimed at promoting the use of spatial information technologies.

Recipient: Noa Sison, Geographic Information Systems Van Gogh Designs Award An annual award established in 2018 presented to a top graduate in the Interior Design program.

Recipient: Sana Rostambeigi, Bachelor of Interior Design Vancouver Geotechnical Society Award An annual award endowed in 2018 by the Vancouver Geotechnical Society (VGS). The VGS is a professional society dedicated to improving the technical competence and excellence of geotechnical engineering and related geoscience professionals in the Lower Mainland and British Columbia. The award is given to the student with the highest achievement in geotechnical engineering courses.

Recipient: Kimia Noohi, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Victor Heath Memorial Award in Fish, Wildlife and Recreation An annual award established in 2008. Victor Heath was a department head who was extremely proud of establishing the Forestry Training program at BCIT at its conception prior to it changing and evolving to the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program. He was also one of the founding members of the Pioneers of BCIT. Recipient: Shayna Trousdell, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Wendy and Carl Slavin Achievement Award An endowment established in 2006 by the former Chair of the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors, Wendy Slavin.

Recipient: Amber Burnett, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty.

Allan G. Goodbrand Memorial Award An endowment established in 1996 by family, friends, and colleagues of Allan Goodbrand, a well-known, respected and charismatic businessman in the construction and land development industries.

Recipients: Evan Tsuji, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Imrosebir Baga, Civil Engineering

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BC Building Envelope Council Education Foundation Award An award established in 2008. The BCBEC Foundation was established in 2006 from a surplus in the BC Building Envelope Council operating budget. BCBEC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a platform for proponents of the building industry to discuss issues and exchange information on building envelope issues. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide scholarships for post-secondary students and apprentices who excel in the study of building envelope design, construction, and technology.

Recipient: Abigael Seasting, Architectural and Building Technology BC Building Envelope Council, Tom Morstead Memorial Award An award established in 2012 in memory of Tom Morstead. The BCBEC Foundation was established in 2006 from a surplus in the BC Building Envelope Council operating budget. BCBEC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a platform for proponents of the building industry to discuss issues and exchange information on building envelope issues.

The purpose of the foundation is to provide scholarships for postsecondary students and apprentices who excel in the study of building envelope design, construction and technology.

Recipient: Farshad Babaahmadi, Master of Applied Science in Building Engineering/Building Science BC Land Surveyors Foundation, Gerry Andrews Memorial Award An endowment established in 1996 and renamed in 2006 in honour of Gerry Andrews, the longest serving survey general in BC (1951–1968).

Gerry was a specialist in the development of air photo intelligence and photogrammetry. He had a significant role in developing the Eagle V cameras and in the advance surveys of the Normandy beaches during World War II. He was a teacher, forester, surveyor, engineer, author, artist, and the recipient of both the Order of British Columbia and the Order of Canada.

Recipient: Eshaya Minchin, Geomatics Engineering Technology BC Land Surveyors, G.M. Thomson Citizenship Award Established in 2013, the BC Land Surveyors Foundation, G.M. Thomson Citizenship Award is an annual in-term achievement award for a student in the Bachelor of Science in Geomatics degree program, based on achievement in levels three through six, and citizenship criteria that mirror Mr. Thomson’s greatest personal attributes—providing leadership, contributing freely to others, and exceeding reasonable expectations, with selection by the program faculty. The recipient would typically be known to be a helpful mentor and supporter of fellow students, would promote the program, and be generally recognized as a student leader with strong personal character traits.

Recipient: Gabriel Lechner-Ling, Geomatics Engineering Technology BC Land Surveyors Foundation, Ray Chapman Memorial Award An endowment established in 2007 by the Association of BC Land Surveyors to honour Ray Chapman, BCLS#270, who received his commission after the war in 1946. He served on the Board of Management of the Corporation of BC Land Surveyors, was president in 1963, and was made a life member in 1981. He worked as a BC Land Surveyor for 61 years. Ray’s son Bill, also a land surveyor, suggests that if his dad was present today, he probably would encourage students to practice the simple rules that go hand-in-hand with the land surveyors’ oath—to stay true, be honest to yourself, never deviate from sound survey practice, do not cut corners to save a dollar, finish your jobs, treat your employees fairly, and be sensitive and wise with your clients.

Recipient: Aaron Rooke, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics

BC Land Surveyors Foundation, W.N. Papove Sr. Memorial Award An endowment established in 2007 by the Association of BC Land Surveyors to honour Bill Papove (BCLS #266) who became a BC Land Surveyor in 1941, a Dominion Land Surveyor in 1945, and an Alberta Land Surveyor in 1946. He was also qualified as a Professional Engineer in BC and in Washington State. In his early career he worked on hydroelectric projects in BC, Saskatchewan, and the North West Territories. He completed a major survey of the right of way for the Alaska Highway and was involved in the BC/Alberta/Territories boundaries and the land settlement surveys of the Doukobour lands in the Kootenays. He was also chief surveyor for the Meekong River mapping project in the early 1960s and was on various consulting missions to South America and Africa on behalf of the Federal Government and United Nations agencies. Bill was chair of the BCIT Surveying Advisory Committee in the early 1970s and was elected a life member of the Association of BC Land Surveyors in 1978. Bill Papove, once on a task, never wavered in his dedication to it.

Recipient: Sabrina Winkler, Geomatics Engineering Technology BCIT Canadian Society for Civil Engineering Student Chapter Award An annual award established in 2018 by the BCIT CSCE Student Chapter.

The BCIT CSCE Student Chapter is the largest CSCE student chapter in Canada. Each year, the Chapter hosts technical seminars, participates in student competitions, raises money for charity, organizes field trips, sends representatives to engineering-related conferences, hosts social events, and organizes annual professional night. This scholarship is awarded to a fourth-year civil engineering student who demonstrates academic and leadership excellence.

Recipients: Jeremy Javier, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Jeevan Padam, Civil Engineering BCIT International Student Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former member of the Board of Governors, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Aby Joseph, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering BCLS Foundation Kenneth K. Wong Memorial Land Surveying Scholarship An annual award established in 2015. This scholarship will be awarded in recognition of achievement to a student in the Geomatics Engineering Technology Program at BCIT who is enrolled in the second-year Field Surveying option.

Recipient: Kasra Filsoof, Geomatics Engineering Technology BCLS Foundation Women in Geomatics Award An annual award established in 2018.This award is to be given to a female student in the Geomatics Engineering Technology program intending to enter the second year of the program. Preference will be given to students who show good character and a strong interest in pursuing a career in land surveying.

Recipient: Lauren Antonovitch, Geomatics Engineering Technology Bennett Land Surveying Ltd. Award An annual award established in 2005. Bennett Land Surveying Ltd. is a legal, engineering and topographic survey firm of BC Land Surveyors, and has been active in the Lower Mainland of BC for over 40 years. Their projects range from surveys of individual lots for homeowners to complex residential and commercial projects.

Recipient: Thomas Heathfield, Geomatics Engineering Technology BGIS Award An endowment established in 1998 for students in Automation and Instrumentation, Architectural and Building Engineering Technology, and Financial Management.

Recipient: Simon Wong, Architectural and Building Technology

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Britco Structures, Alexander Podulsky Memorial Award An endowment established in 1993 and renamed in 2009 to honour the memory of Britco employee and BCIT alumnus Alexander Podulsky (Financial Management—Taxation, 1995). Britco Structures, a Canadian Partnership, was established in 1977 and is now the largest designer and manufacturer of custom-built mobile and modular buildings in the Pacific Northwest. They also design and manufacture offices, classrooms, daycares, and a wide range of custom-design commercial buildings.

Recipient: Leonardo Mejia, Architectural and Building Technology Burnaby Fish and Game Club, Ralph Charlesworth Memorial Award An endowment established in 1993 by the Burnaby Fish and Game Club in memory of Ralph Charlesworth, a past President of the club and a long-standing active member of the BC Wildlife Federation. Ralph was a war veteran. His vocation as a math teacher in Burnaby, made him a good communicator for his deep interest and respect for the protection of our environment, fish, and wildlife. This award is presented annually to a student in the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program.

Recipient: Michael Cowman, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Canadian Construction Women Award An endowment established in 1998. The CCW supports women in or wishing to be part of the construction industry, providing their members with opportunities for support, mentoring, networking, community involvement, learning, and development.

Recipient: Kate Capling, Architectural and Building Technology Canadian Hydrographic Association, Pacific Branch Award An endowment established in 1998. The Canadian Hydrographic Association (CHA) is a non-profit, scientific and technical group which embraces the disciplines of hydrographic surveying, marine cartography, marine geodesy, offshore exploration, and tidal current studies.

Recipient: Cuiyun Chen, Geomatics Engineering Technology David Rhys Mason Memorial Award An endowment established in 2004 by the family of David Rhys Mason to reflect the commitment he had for the students of BCIT. David joined BCIT in 1964 and was the first Survey Program Head.

Recipient: Evan Earp-Jones, Geomatics Engineering Technology Fraser River Pile & Dredge (GP) Inc. Award An endowment established in 2006. Fraser River Pile and Dredge (GP) Inc. (FRPD) was incorporated in Alberta in 2008, and is a successor company to Fraser River Pile Driving Company (founded in 1911). FRPD is Canada’s largest marine construction and dredging contractor. They are privately owned with operations mainly in Western Canada and in the Northwest Territories. FRPD completes all types and sizes of marine construction, environmental remediation, dredging, and land foundation projects.

Recipient: Harjeev Sandhu, Geomatics Engineering Technology George Bedwell Memorial Award An endowment established in 1997 by the Bedwell family in memory of George Bedwell, former Surveying and Mapping instructor.

Recipient: Aida Khayambashi, Geomatics Engineering Technology H.R. (Bob) Chisholm Memorial Award An endowment established in 1985 by faculty, friends, and colleagues in memory of Bob Chisholm, former department head of Renewable Resources.

Recipient: Kyasha Guretzki Robinson, Forest and Natural Areas Management

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

HCTF-McCubbing Scholarship An annual award established in 2017 in honour of Don McCubbing. Don’s legacy of academic and work achievements in fisheries biology and habitat restoration included many innovations in fisheries management.

Don strongly believed in educating and training the next generation of fisheries biologists. The HCTF-McCubbing Scholarships are available for BCIT students pursuing studies in fisheries biology and/or aquatic ecosystem habitat restoration.

Recipients: Morgan Dunne, Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration Terri Mcritchie, Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration Daniel Lewis, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Melanie Moore, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Jim Klipa Memorial Award An endowment established in 2001 by family, friends, and colleagues of Jim Klipa, a faculty member in BCIT’s Architectural and Building Engineering Technology who passed away suddenly September 24, 2001.

Jim cared for his students a great deal and received great satisfaction in seeing them succeed at school and later in their careers.

Recipient: Emily Wong, Architectural and Building Technology John S.T Chen Achievement Award An annual award established in 2020.

Recipient: Jessica Carolina, Master of Applied Science in Building Engineering/Building Science John Salisbury Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 by Mr. John Salisbury. John was a longtime resident of Pender Harbour, BC on the Sunshine Coast. He passed away in September 2011 at the age of 85 years. It was the education he received at BCIT taking night school courses in mining during the 1970s and his great memories of former Mining Instructor Moose Manifold that were his prime reasons for establishing the John Salisbury Endowment to support students in BCIT’s Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology program.

Recipient: Aby Joseph, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Kindred Construction Award An annual award established in 2014 by Kindred Construction Ltd. Kindred is a leading mid-sized construction management and general contracting firm active throughout the Lower Mainland, Whistler/Seato-Sky, and Calgary markets. Kindred services commercial, institutional and residential sectors. The team is comprised of passionate, industry leading experts delivering exceptional projects. Kindred provides a fun, collaborative, and professional environment with a foundation of continuous learning and a focus on ultimate customer service and satisfaction.

Recipient: Fernando Fuentes, Architectural and Building Technology Ledcor 60th Anniversary Award An endowment established in 2008 to commemorate 60 years of construction excellence. Employee-owned, with a broad portfolio throughout North America, the Ledcor Group of Companies was founded in 1947 with roots firmly planted in the “oil patch”. Ledcor expanded geographically and diversified into the building and industrial sectors, with six construction divisions—Commercial Building, Heavy Civil, Industrial, Mining, Pipeline, and Telecommunications.

Recipients: Matthew Keller, Architectural and Building Technology Sarah Kinnon, Architectural and Building Technology

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Ledcor Construction Limited Award An annual award established in 2006 is presented to a student in the Architectural and Building Engineering Technology program who is entering the Economics Construction Operations option in second year.

Recipient: Sebastian Dee, Architectural and Building Technology Ledcor Group of Companies, Trevor Korol Memorial Award An endowment established in 2012 in memory of Trevor Korol, who was a valued employee with Ledcor Group of Companies. Tragically, Trevor passed away in a plane crash in March 2008. This endowment was set up by his colleagues to honour his memory and provides an interm award to a Civil Engineering student who has displayed academic achievement and involvement /leadership in the community and amongst his/her peers.

Recipients: Lindsay Casey, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Jordan Ju, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Kyle Winslow, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Mark Angelo Award An endowment established in 2013. It was funded principally by the Real Estate Foundation of BC, alumni, friends, and colleagues of Mark Angelo in his honour. Mark was a long-standing employee of BCIT, who retired in 2011 after 37 years of service. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support to students who embody the ideals that define Mark Angelo: integrity, ethics, good citizenship, and concern for our environment,friends, and family.

Recipient: Olivia Franco, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Marshall J. Heinekey Civil Engineering Award An endowment established in 1994 by Marshall Heinekey, longtime employee and supporter of BCIT. Mr. Heinekey graduated from BCIT in Civil and Structural Technology in 1975 and spent 30 years in various roles at BCIT. He was an instructor, a director, and dean. He also took on the role of acting Vice President of Education until his retirement in 2006.

During his tenure, he helped implement national accreditation for 21 BCIT programs and was instrumental in establishing BCIT’s Civil Engineering program as the first Bachelor of Engineering credential at BCIT. His lifelong passion for supporting students is represented by this award.

Recipient: Nicolas Beaulieu, Civil Engineering Matson, Peck and Topliss, R.J. Peck Memorial Award An annual award established in 2005 to honour the memory of company founding member, Robert Peck.

Recipient: Benjamin Watson, Geomatics Engineering Technology Metro Testing + Engineering In-Term Achievement Award for Civil Engineering Technology An annual award established in 2020.

Recipient: Shaun Creaney, Civil Engineering Metro Testing + Engineering In-Term Achievement Award for Civil Engineering in Memory of Ardalan Hamidi An annual award established in 2020 in memory of employee Ardalan Hamidi.

Recipient: Nicholas Parsons, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Midwest Surveys Award An annual award established in 2007. Midwest Surveys is a professional services firm, specializing in geomatics and engineering in Western Canada. Midwest Surveys prides itself on being a well-established ethical company that delivers value to clients, employees, and shareholders.

Recipient: David Borja, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics

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Northern Group of British Columbia Land Surveyors Scholarship An annual award established in 2018 by the Northern Group of British Columbia Land Surveyors with matching funds from the Career and Public Awareness Committee of the Association of British Columbia Land Surveyors.

Recipient: Sean Netherton, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics Philip Gardner Memorial Award Philip was someone who could be described, in the construction industry, as a master builder. Philip was hard working, honest, and a supreme problem solver, who was passionate about striving for excellence in all that he did. His dedication to his craft of building is exemplified by the many people he mentored along the way. This award is given to the second-year BCIT student in the Civil and Structural program who best exhibits Philip’s traits of leadership, ability to problem solve, is honest, and is dedicated to his/her craft.

Recipients: Vince Asuncion, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Matthew Barry, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada Award An annual award established in 2007. This award celebrates the achievement of a first year student in the Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology program. The PDAC is a national association that represents the interests of the Canadian mineral exploration and development industry.

Recipient: Gabriel Antonio Michelin, Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology Public Works Inspectors Society Award An endowment established in 2014 by the Public Works Inspectors Society to recognize students studying in their field.

Recipient: Anthony Van Hulsen, Civil Engineering RDH Building Science Award An annual award established in 2014. RDH has a passion for making buildings better. Whether it’s as part of a design team for new construction projects or working with a condominium owner group to plan for the renewal of building systems after 30 years of service, its focus is on helping clients make informed decisions that lead to durable and effective buildings.

Recipients: Kevin Sidhu, Architectural and Building Technology Jiayi Sun, Architectural and Building Technology Richard Charles Child Memorial Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mrs. Dorothy Sweet, former employee of BCIT, in memory of her husband who was lost at sea aboard the Chelan, April 15, 1954.

Recipient: Brian Donovan, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology, Margaret Lowe Benston Memorial Award An endowment established in 1986 and renamed in 1991, in honour of Dr. Benston, a founding member and well-known chemist, computer scientist, theorist, and activist.

Recipient: Natalie Dobsinsky, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Steve and Dorothy Sweet Memorial Award An endowment was established in 2013 by the estate of Mrs. Dorothy Sweet, a former BCIT employee. The annual interest provides a First-Year Scholarship and Graduating Award to students in the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program.

Recipient: Arielle Rempel, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

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Structural Engineers Association of British Columbia Award in Structural Engineering An annual award established in 2008. The Structural Engineers Association of British Columbia (SEABC) is an association that promotes the interests of structural engineers in BC. Funding for this award is provided by the SEABC Certificate in Structural Engineering program.

Recipient: Savo Bogicevic, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Taseko Mines Limited Award An endowment established in 2006. Taseko Mines Limited focused on operating and developing copper and gold mines. Its key assets, all located in BC, are: the Gibraltar Copper-Molybdenum Mine, the advanced stage Prosperity gold-copper project, and the Harmony gold project.

Recipient: Holly Marr, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Terry Mulligan Memorial Award An annual award established in 2017. The Terry Mulligan Memorial Award is an achievement award that will be presented to the second year student in the Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology program or the Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering program who, in the opinion of the faculty, best exemplifies the spirit and passion of Terry Mulligan, past President and CEO of the Mining Suppliers Association of B.C. (MSABC).

Each year, the award recipient will be an engaging student who will not only have good academic standing but will also have had made a positive contribution to the broader campus life. This student will have a positive outlook on life, good sense of humour, and be an example to their peers.

MSABC comprises suppliers, contractors, and consultants to the BC mining industry who are committed to promoting the sustainability of this valuable resource sector.

Recipient: Marcus Paiero, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Tom Reed Memorial Award An annual award to a deserving student in Civil Engineering or the Construction Management program. Tom Reed worked in the BC road construction industry for 38 years. A self-taught leader who attended BCIT for professional upgrading, Tom led many of the major improvements to public roadways, bridges, and parkways in Metro Vancouver. Tom’s commitment to team work, performance, and excellence was recognized by industry. This annual award is a tribute to Tom’s many contributions to BC’s construction industry and is intended to support students preparing to start a career in construction.

Recipient: Trevor Thirsk, Civil Engineering Transoft Solutions Award An annual award established in 2016. A first-year achievement award is available to a student in the Civil Engineering program at BCIT. Transoft Solutions is an international leader in the development of innovative software for the transportation engineering design sector. A strong believer in educating tomorrow’s leaders, Transoft has established this award to further develop the field of civil engineering.

Recipient: Jaesik Yoon, Civil Engineering Truck Loggers Association Award An annual first year achievement award established in 2013.

Recipients: Chandell Dillman, Forest and Natural Areas Management Kyle Habkirk, Forest and Natural Areas Management

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

UDI Development Industry Award An endowment established in 2007 by former BCIT Board Chair Maureen Enser which provides first-year achievement awards for students in any eligible, full-time construction-related program at BCIT. The Urban Development Institute is a national non-profit association of the development industry and its related professions, concentrating its activities in government relations, professional development and education, and research.

Recipient: Cameron Kovesdi, Geomatics Engineering Technology Underhill Geomatics Ltd. Award An endowment established in 2019.

Recipient: Bailey Steciuk, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics UWCV Loch Centennial Award An endowment established in 2007 by the University Women’s Club of Vancouver.

Recipient: Sonia Yu, Bachelor of Architectural Science Vancouver Regional Construction Association Award in Economics/ Construction Operations Annual awards established in 1969, and an endowment created in 1995.

The VRCA began in 1929 and represents general contractors, specialty trade contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and professionals active in the construction industry in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley.

VRCA members are involved in all size operations from multi-national corporations to small owner/operator businesses.

Recipients: Sagar Bachra, Architectural and Building Technology Swati Manandhar, Architectural and Building Technology Ventana Building Your Future Award An endowment established in 2019.

Recipient: Leanne Steeves, Architectural and Building Technology Wales McLelland Construction Achievement Award An endowment established in 2020 for students in School of Construction and the Environment.

Recipient: Simon Wong, Architectural and Building Technology Woodlot 0007 Achievement Award in Ecological Restoration An annual award established in 1985. The BCIT Forest Society has been managing Woodlot 0007 in Maple Ridge since 1985. Its mandate is to practice sustainable forest management on the woodlot for the benefit of BCIT students and the public at large. This is an active woodlot where normal forestry operations occur, providing training programs and ongoing studies and research.

Recipient: Sara Yeomans, Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration Woodlot 0007 Achievement Award in Fish, Wildlife and Recreation An annual award established in 1985. The BCIT Forest Society has been managing Woodlot 0007 in Maple Ridge since 1985. Their mandate is to practice sustainable forest management on the woodlot for the benefit of BCIT students and the public at large. This is an active woodlot where normal forestry operations occur, providing training programs and ongoing studies and research.

Recipient: Robert Chamberland, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

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Woodlot 0007 Achievement Award in Forest and Natural Areas Management An annual award established in 1985. The BCIT Forest Society has been managing Woodlot 0007 in Maple Ridge since 1985. Its mandate is to practice sustainable forest management on the woodlot for the benefit of BCIT students and the public at large. This is an active woodlot where normal forestry operations occur, providing training programs and ongoing studies and research.

Recipients: Tyson Abbott, Forest and Natural Areas Management Jennifer Nicholls, Forest and Natural Areas Management Y. P. Heung First Year Achievement Award in Construction An annual award established in 2014. Y.P. Heung immigrated to Canada in the 1960s. He was a real estate and construction entrepreneur who firmly believed in higher education in his adopted country.

Recipient: Sandra Aeng, Architectural and Building Technology Zoe Longeway-Lewis Memorial Award An endowment established in 2015. This award is given out in memory and celebration of an adventurous young woman with a fierce dedication to the preservation of BC’s natural wonders. Zoe’s love for the mountains and forests of her North Shore backyard inspired her to pursue a career where she could contribute to protecting wild spaces. This award was created through the efforts of Zoe’s family, friends, and classmates and is presented to a Fish, Wildlife and Recreation student who demonstrates academic excellence and embodies Zoe’s spirit with a lifestyle that takes time to appreciate the outdoors.

Recipient: Michelle Chase, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARD Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, effective team behaviour, and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

Dean’s Award for Diploma Recipient: McKintosh Sutherland, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

ENTRANCE AWARDS Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

Allan G. Goodbrand Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 1996 by family, friends and colleagues of Allan Goodbrand, a well-known, respected, and charismatic businessman in the construction and land development industries.

Recipient: Izack Ginter, Civil Engineering BC Housing Entrance Award An endowment established in 2009. BC Housing is the provincial agency that develops, manages, and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options across the province. Over 95,000 households in about 200 communities across BC benefit from government-subsidized housing.

Recipient: Soohwan Jung, Architectural and Building Technology

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BCIT December 6 Memorial Entrance Award for Women in Engineering An endowment established in 1993 with lead gifts from The Simons Foundation, Terasen Pipelines, Teck Cominco, plus contributions from BCIT Board of Governors members and others, to honour the memories of Genevieve Bergeron, Helene Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganiere, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michele Richard, Annie St.-Arneault, Annie Turcotte, and Barbara Klucznik Widajewicz.

Recipient: Jasmine Lee, Architectural and Building Technology Canem Systems Entrance Award for Women in Electrical Foundation This award has been established to support and attract more women to the electrical trade. Gender diversity is important in any industry that lacks a broad range of representation. The electrical industry in particular must be mindful, prudent, and actively address the issue. Increasing gender diversity in the electrical industry addresses the lack of women in trades and construction management positions. In addition, diversity broadens perspective and strengthens the transfer of new ideas. Also, increasing gender diversity is crucial to facilitate the growth of the construction industry from a human capital perspective. Sourcing 50% of the population (women) to the electrical trade will help the construction industry meet the demands of the many infrastructure projects currently being developed. The overall goal of this scholarship is to openly encourage and recruit women into the electrical trade.

Recipient: Chantelle Stewart, Electrical Foundation Canfor Trades and Technology Entrance Award Annual awards established in 2012 for students entering Sustainable Resource Management, Electrical, Millwright, or Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation programs. Canfor Corp. is an integrated forest products company based in Vancouver. The majority of their operations are in BC and Alberta with other operations in Quebec and the southern United States.

Recipients: Olivia Card, Forest and Natural Areas Management Youngju Lee, Electrical Foundation Construction Industry Training Organization of BC Award An endowment established in 2016 with funds from the Construction Industry Training Organization of BC. The interest provides an award for a student in one of the construction foundation programs at BCIT. Recipient: Kevin Olivares, Electrical Foundation David Lloyd Entrance Award An endowment established in 1993 by the late Mr. Al Lloyd in honour of his son David. Mr. Lloyd was a long-time Pender Harbour resident who passed away in June 1999. He was actively involved in a number of school programs, a school trustee and an active supporter of students.

His goal to provide opportunities for students from the Sunshine Coast has been achieved through this endowment and is a legacy to his commitment to students.

Recipients: Riley Bergnach, Welder Foundation Felise Meyer, Architectural and Building Technology Elsie Boone/North Shore Lions Club Entrance Award An endowment established in 1992 by the North Shore Lions Club through a bequest from the late Elsie Boone, a long-time teacher in North Vancouver who passed away in 1990. The award is designated to students registered with the BCIT Accessibility Services who are residents of Greater Vancouver, or the Howe Sound corridor with preference to students on the North Shore.

Recipient: Katrine Aimer Ocampo, Architectural and Building Technology

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Icon & Co Boutique / Vancouver Fall Home Show Award An Entrance award established in 2017 by the Vancouver Home and Design Fall Show and sponsored in part by Icon & Co, in collaboration with Kids Help Phone. This award is available to a full-time student entering third year of the Interior Design bachelor’s degree who received outstanding marks in the Interior Design diploma program and demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and/or all-round performance.

Recipient: Jessica Tarumoto, Interior Design Ken Bell Memorial Entrance Award Sponsored by Onni Group An endowment established in 2013 in memory of Mr. Ken Bell by the Onni Corporation and his family and friends. Mr. Bell worked with Onni Corporation for many years and this fund is a tribute to his legacy of hard work, kindness, and mentorship. Over the years, Ken hired dozens of graduates from the BCIT Architectural and Building Engineering Technology program and, as a manager, gave much of his time to help turn those hires into first rate professionals. Throughout his life, he helped guide those who followed his footsteps, just as others helped him.

This award echoes that spirit and honours the generosity of a man who never forgot where he came from.

Recipient: Emily Kopetsch, Architectural and Building Technology Mark Angelo Entrance Award An endowment established in 2013. It was funded principally by the Real Estate Foundation of BC, alumni, friends, and colleagues of Mark Angelo in his honour. Mark was a long-standing employee of BCIT, who retired in 2011 after 37 years of service. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support to students who embody the ideals that define Mark Angelo: integrity, ethics, good citizenship, and concern for our environment, friends, and family.

Recipient: Jolene Milan, Ecological Restoration Nightingale Electrical Award An annual award established in 2018. Founded in 1984, Nightingale Electrical provides industry leading electrical services across a broad range of construction sectors. This award is given to a student in the Electrical Foundation program who has demonstrated a passion and excitement for the electrical industry and who inspires to become an electrician when they complete their education.

Recipient: De Gen Au, Electrical Foundation NorLand Limited Awards NorLand Limited started this annual award in 2017 to align with their shared purpose of helping build enduring communities, together. From one of their values, “Every Person Deserves to Grow”, they believe that this award best exemplifies this enduring quality. This award is in recognition of the recipients’ accomplishments in academics, project management, and entrepreneurship.

Recipients: Tess Gerstheimer, Construction Management Degree Hunter Welykholowa, Construction Management Degree Pam and Jerry Bastien Entrance Award An endowment established in 1991 by the late Jerry Bastien, owner of BC Florescent Lighting, and his wife Pam. Recipient: Wesley Au-Yeung, Security Systems Technician Simons Foundation Entrance Awards for Women An endowment established in 1990 by the Simons Foundation, this endowment provides entrance awards for female students entering specific BCIT programs. The foundation is actively engaged in promoting positive change through education in peace, disarmament, international law, and human security, and also supports the local arts and cultural community in Vancouver.

Recipient: Esther Deuling, Forest and Natural Areas Management

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

GRADUATING AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

Architectural Institute of British Columbia Award in Architecture Established in 1966, this annual award recognizes outstanding achievement in the graduating class. The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is an independent, professional self-regulatory body established in 1920 by provincial statute: the Architects Act. In the interest of the public, the AIBC regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework. The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs, including the Student Affiliate program, which supports the next generation of architects and architectural technologists.

Recipient: Ruby Dionisio, Architectural and Building Technology BC Building Envelope Council Education Foundation Award in Building Science An award established in 2008. The BCBEC Foundation was established in 2006 from a surplus in the BC Building Envelope Council operating budget. BCBEC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a platform for proponents of the building industry to discuss issues and exchange information on building envelope issues. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide scholarships for post-secondary students and apprentices who excel in the study of building envelope design, construction, and technology.

Recipient: Kyle Squire, Architectural and Building Technology BCIT Bachelor of Interior Design Award An annual award established by the department.

Recipient: Melissa Tranter, Bachelor of Interior Design BCIT Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration Award An annual award established in 2017 by the department.

Recipient: Georgia Taipalus, Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration BCIT Civil Engineering Technology Award An annual award established by the department.

Recipient: Salvatore Fuda, Civil Engineering Technology BCIT Forest and Natural Areas Management Award An annual award established in 2014.

Recipient: Aida Tribinevicius, Forest and Natural Areas Management BCIT Interior Design Award An annual award established in 2017 by the department.

Recipient: Bradley Yuen, Interior Design Construction Specifications Canada, Vancouver Chapter Award An endowment established in 1992 and amended in 2010 to recognize a graduate in building-economics/construction.

Recipient: Craig Foris, Architectural and Building Technology John Salisbury Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 by Mr. John Salisbury. John was a long-time resident of Pender Harbour, BC on the Sunshine Coast. He passed away in September 2011 at the age of 85. It was the education he received at BCIT taking night school courses in mining during the 1970s and his great memories of former Mining instructor Moose Manifold that were his prime reasons for establishing the John Salisbury Endowment to support students in BCIT’s Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology program.

Recipient: Brendan Swanson-Wolansky, Mineral Exploration and Mining Technology

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Lower Mainland British Columbia Land Surveyors Group Award An annual award established in 2006.

Recipient: Harpreet Kaur, Geomatics Engineering Technology Steve and Dorothy Sweet Memorial Award An endowment was established in 2013 by the estate of Mrs. Dorothy Sweet, a former BCIT employee. The annual interest provides a First Year Scholarship and Graduating Award to a student in the Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program.

Recipient: McKintosh Sutherland, Fish Wildlife and Recreation

GRADUATING SCHOOL AWARDS These awards are presented to outstanding students in specific schools. The departments nominate students, with the final selections made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Awards Established in 1986 by BCIT alumni, the endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Hafeez Noormohamed, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Phil Henderson Community Service Award An endowment established in 2006 in honour of Phil Henderson, former manager of the BCIT Student Association for 17 years, in recognition of his extraordinary community service while at BCIT and as a citizen of Burnaby. The award is presented to a graduate who demonstrates exceptional community service at BCIT or the community at large. Phil Henderson passed away on May 10, 2008.

Recipient: Iva Kulic, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE AWARDS BCIT President’s Entrance Awards are available to students who have graduated from a BC secondary school during the period of September 2019 to June 2020. The selection of candidates is based on an evaluation of academic achievement, participation and contribution to school activities, leadership, and citizenship, as well as volunteer and/ or community service. BCIT President’s Entrance Awards can be applied to any full-time BCIT credential program.

Recipients: James Barker, Civil Engineering Abbie Charlton, Architectural and Building Technology Tajeshwar Gill, Civil Engineering Reuben Graham, Forest and Natural Areas Management Carter Hamelin, Civil Engineering Gavin Horn, Architectural and Building Technology Felise Meyer, Architectural and Building Technology

SCHOLARSHIPS Diploma Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels one and two of their program.

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association Scholarship An annual award established in 1982. The Faculty and Staff Association defends and advances the employment interests of its members through representation, collective bargaining, and advocacy with BCIT, the government, and the community.

Recipient: Jennifer Nicholls, Forest and Natural Areas Management BCIT Foundation Scholarship An endowment established in 2000 with a lead gift from Joan Harrison, the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors Chair at that time.

Recipients: Abigael Seasting, Architectural and Building Technology Jacob Schuil, Bachelor of Architectural Science Kyle Winslow, Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Aby Joseph, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Holly Marr, Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Resource Engineering Daniel Hennigar, Bachelor of Science in Ecological Restoration David Borja, Bachelor of Science in Geomatics Melanie Moore, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors BC, George Parsons Memorial Scholarship An annual award established in 1977 in memory of George Parsons who established the first Quantity Surveying practice in BC and was a leader in establishing the Society.

Recipient: Fernando Fuentes, Architectural and Building Technology Fraser River Pile and Dredge (GP) Inc. Scholarship An endowment established in 2006. Fraser River Pile and Dredge (GP) Inc. (FRPD) was incorporated in Alberta in 2008, and is a successor company to Fraser River Pile Driving Company (founded in 1911). FRPD is Canada’s largest marine construction and dredging contractor. They are privately owned with operations mainly in Western Canada and in the Northwest Territories. FRPD completes all types and sizes of marine construction, environmental remediation, dredging, and land foundation projects.

Recipient: Shaun Creaney, Civil Engineering Thompson Berwick Pratt Architects Scholarship An endowment established in 1968 by Thompson Berwick Pratt now known as Hemingway Nelson Architects who were the architects for the Jim Pattison pavilion at VGH. Recipient: Matthew Keller, Architectural and Building Technology WSP Canada Inc. and Gulf Canada Resources Limited, David Letkeman and David Utz Memorial Scholarship An endowment was established in 1991 by Waberski Darrow Survey Group and Gulf Canada Resources Limited, with matching funds from the Government of British Columbia. The endowment was established to honour the memory of Waberski Darrow Survey Group employees David Letkeman and David Utz who were killed in a helicopter crash in 1990. In 2007, Waberski Darrow was purchased by Focus Corporation. The annual interest provides a first year achievement award to a student in the Geomatics Technology in memory of David Letkeman and David Utz. Recipient: Eshaya Minchin, Geomatics Engineering Technology

Degree Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels three through six in their program

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SCHOOL AWARDS Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments, with a final selection made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Jennifer Nicholls, Forest and Natural Areas Management BCIT John Watson Student Leadership Award An endowment established in 1995 by faculty, staff, and colleagues in honour of John Watson, BCIT President from 1989-1995.

Recipient: Jessica Meier, Fish, Wildlife and Recreation Malcolm C. J. Wickson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1988 to honour the late Malcolm Wickson, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Gabriel Lechner-Ling, Geomatics Engineering Technology

SCHOOL OF ENERGY ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS ∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

ASHRAE, BC Chapter Award in Mechanical Systems An annual award established in 1989. ASHRAE has a mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing, and continuing education.

Recipient: Nayoung Lee, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Systems ASTTBC Reg Ridsdale Memorial Award An annual award established in 2001 by the late Donald Bealle, AScT, to honour the memory of ‘a mentor and superb teacher’, Electronic Technology Instructor Reg Ridsdale, who died in 1997. Reg Ridsdale developed the BCIT program for the Electronics Department in 1964, and was department head until his retirement in 1982. The Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Jacob Doyle, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation Technology ASTTBC/BC Hydro Technology Award at BCIT An annual award established in 2015. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards and bursaries to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. This award is supported by BC Hydro in recognition of the company’s longstanding partnership with ASTTBC. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Jayden Marsh, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Electrical Power and Industrial Control

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

ASTTBC/TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Award An annual award established in 2015. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC-recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. This award is supported by TD Insurance Meloche Monnex in recognition of the company’s longstanding partnership with ASTTBC. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Christopher Barnard, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Electrical Power and Industrial Control BC Communications Inc. Award An annual award established in 2007 by BC Communications, the largest and most successful independent Motorola dealership in BC. Recipient: Derek Lai, Telecommunications Systems Technician— Radio Systems BC Hydro Award An annual award established in 2008. BC Hydro’s primary business activities are the generation and distribution of electricity. It is the third-largest electric utility in Canada, and endeavours to provide energy solutions to its customers in an environmentally and socially responsible way by balancing British Columbians’ energy needs with the concerns of the environment.

Recipients: Hee Jin Moon, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Telecommunications and Networks Keenan Tolmie, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Mechanical Design BCIT Automation Award of Merit An annual award established in 2000 by the department.

Recipient: Princejeet Kaur, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Electronics An annual award established in 2001 by the department.

Recipient: Jin Won Seo, Bachelor of Technology in Electronics BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Manufacturing An annual award established in 2001 by the department.

Recipient: Cindy Fong, Bachelor of Technology in Manufacturing BCIT International Success Awards An annual award established in 2007 by the BCIT International Business Services department.

Recipient: Koeun Kim, Chemical and Environmental Technology BCIT Mathematics Award An annual award established by the department of Mathematics.

Recipient: Arash Akhavan, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design Bosch Rexroth Canada Award An annual award established in 2018. This achievement award is presented to a top student in the area for Fluid Power Technology who will be continuing into either the Engineering degree or Engineering Technology programs.

Recipient: Arash Akhavan, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design

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David C. Smith Memorial Achievement Award An endowment was established in 2015 by Wayne Shalagan in memory of David C. Smith to provide an annual graduating achievement award to a student in the CNC Machinist Technician program. David Smith was a Vancouver-based machinist who was passionate about his craft.

After running several machine shops in Vancouver, he subsequently set up a small machine shop on his own, performing intricate highquality, specialized machining and related services. He was well-known throughout Vancouver and beyond for making specialty parts and solving technical problems associated with rare aircraft and motor vehicles. Mr. Smith was intelligent, hardworking, creative, and an extremely capable problem solver. The machinist and related trades were his passion. In addition, he was very generous with his knowledge, skills, and time, and believed in sharing these talents and gifts with others. David Smith died December 16, 2013 of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). This endowment is intended to help facilitate other machinists to rise to their potential and to contribute as David Smith did.

Recipient: Andrew Dela Cruz, CNC Machinist Technician E.B. Horsman & Son Ltd. Award An annual award established in 2017. E.B. Horsman is an electrical supplier, distributor, and wholesaler, who sources, stocks, stores, sells, and ships electrical products and provides supply-chain management and support services. As an organization that prides itself on making positive contributions to the community, this award will support a student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology program.

Recipient: Faisal Al-dolaimee, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation Edward Grydziuszko Award Sponsored by Pazmac Enterprises Ltd An annual award established in 2019 by Pazmac Enterprises in memory of Edward Grydziuszko. Edward was very passionate about machining and helping others to become better Machinists. This award is awarded to a student that has excelled in the Machinist’s program and has shown leadership and mentoring qualities.

Recipient: Alexander Forbes, CNC Machinist Technician Eric Hoffman CMA Award An annual award established in 2016 by the Canadian Mineral Analysts (CMA) in honour of Eric Hoffman.

Recipient: Dhanbir Nain, Chemical and Environmental Technology Fluor Canada Ltd., Allan Fernie Memorial Award in Mechanical Design An annual award established in 1995 in memory of Allan Fernie, longtime employee of Fluor Daniel Wright Ltd. Recipient: Usman Hussain, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design Gene Haas Scholarships An annual award established in 2014. This award is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation and will provide multiple awards and bursaries.

Recipients: Anthony Orlandi, CNC Machinist Technician Danny Quan, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Manufacturing Delmar Gustin, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Jeffrey Tench, Technology Teacher Education Michael Scott, CNC Machinist Technician Nathan Bell, CNC Machinist Technician Trevor Bundy, CNC Machinist Technician

ISA International Society of Automation—BC Section Award An annual award established in 1966 and one of BCIT’s first annual awards. The International Society of Automation (ISA) - BC Section sets the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals. ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation professionals in the Western Hemisphere.

Recipients: Arshdeep Singh Bains, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation Sewa Olubukola Odufuwa, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation James C. Gordon Memorial Award An endowment established in 2009 by family, friends, and colleagues in memory of James Gordon, who passed away March 20, 2009. Mr. Gordon moved to Canada from the UK in 1975 and, in 1983 formed Gordon Crane & Hoist. He established himself as one of the premier crane engineers in Canada. He pursued and was dedicated to numerous charitable, fraternal, and community interests, including Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of BC and Yukon and Chair of the Vancouver Branch of the Engineering Institute of Canada.

Recipient: Nayoung Lee, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Systems James Tweed CMA Award An annual award established in 1990 by the Canadian Mineral Analysts (CMA) in memory of James Tweed, a founding member of the organization. The CMA was formed in 1969 with a purpose to promote better communication among analysts and those engaged in analytical procedures and the development of methods.

Recipient: Jun Yeob Song, Chemical and Environmental Technology Janox Fluid Power Award An annual award established in 1990 by the Canadian Mineral Analysts (CMA) in memory of James Tweed, a founding member of the organization. The CMA was formed in 1969 with a purpose to promote better communication among analysts and those engaged in analytical procedures and the development of methods.

Recipient: Navpukhraj Singh Kambo, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Mechanical Systems Jiro Hamaguchi Memorial Award An endowment established in 1999 by the family in memory of Jiro Hamaguchi, a 1970 graduate of BCIT’s Electronic Engineering Technology program.

Recipients: Navit Jammu, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Telecommunications and Networks William McConnell, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering John Schoonover Memorial Award An endowment established in 2009 in memory of John Schoonover.

Recipients: Valerii Mitskevych, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation Vincent Febrianto, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation Laurie Jack Memorial Award An endowment established in 1977 by family, friends, colleagues, and the BCIT Student Association in memory of Laurie Jack, former president of the Student Association. The annual interest provides awards to students who have represented the student body at BCIT. Recipient: Adams Nguyen, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

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Parkland Refining, Jack Brown Memorial Award An annual award established in 1968 and renamed in 2011 to honour the memory of Jack Brown, a long-time employee as a power engineer.

Recipient: Joseph Vizjak, Power and Process Engineering Rick and Jordan Gaisford Memorial Award An annual award established in 2020 by the Gaisford Family and friends.

Rick and Jordan Gaisford were BCIT Alumni who shared a passion for computer systems and hardware. This scholarship is awarded to a student in the Computer Information Systems Administration Program who has demonstrated a strong interest and curiosity in technology as chosen by faculty.

Recipient: Kimberly Fuhr, Computer Information Systems Administration Robert Deverall Chemical and Environmental Technology Scholarship— Graduating Achievement Award An annual award established in 2014. This scholarship will be funded by CCIL—Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories to honour Robert (Rob) Deverall who was active in the environmental testing business for over 35 years. As a graduate of BCIT, he wanted students attending this institution to be the recipients of this scholarship.

Recipient: Koeun Kim, Chemical and Environmental Technology Ted Upward Achievement Award in Automation and Instrumentation Technology An endowment established in 1998 by friends and colleagues of BCIT Instrumentation Instructor Ted Upward. The endowment is in honour of his outstanding contributions to the instrumentation community in BC and in appreciation of the enthusiastic manner in which Ted introduced his colleagues to the world of process control.

Recipient: Ashraf Khalil, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation Technology Wendy B. McDonald Memorial Awards An endowment established in 1993 by Wendy McDonald, Chairman and CEO of BC Bearing and former BCIT Board of Governors member. BC Bearing Engineers Limited is a group of companies offering bearings, power transmission, material handling, electrical, and allied industrial products and services to a broad base of industries. They are located throughout North and South America. In 2013, the endowment was renamed the Wendy B. McDonald Memorial Endowment upon Ms. McDonald’s passing to honour her memory and legacy.

Recipients: Brisa Waldbauer, Mechatronics and Robotics Danny Quan, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Manufacturing Mohammed Lalani, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design

∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty.

ASHRAE, BC Chapter Award An annual award established in 1989. ASHRAE has a mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing, and continuing education.

Recipient: Usmangani Mohammad Firoz Turki, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Mechanical Systems

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BC Hydro Award An annual award established in 2008. BC Hydro’s primary business activities are the generation and distribution of electricity. It is the third largest electric utility in Canada, and endeavours to provide energy solutions to its customers in an environmentally and socially responsible way by balancing British Columbians’ energy needs with the concerns of the environment.

Recipients: Lisa Bradley, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Electrical Power and Industrial Control Jing Han, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Electrical Power and Industrial Control Charles Zhu, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Telecommunications and Networks BCIT International Student Awards An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former Board of Governors member, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Yanming Bu, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering BGIS Award An endowment established in 1998 for students in Automation and Instrumentation, Architectural and Building Engineering Technology, and Financial Management Recipient: Giovanni Ramos, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Automation and Instrumentation Bill Clifford CMA Award This is an annual award established in 2018 to honour Bill Clifford. Bill Clifford had a long history as a chief assayer in the mining industry before moving to the supply side of the business. Bill was one of the founding members of the CMA in 1969 and worked tirelessly to promote the objectives of the CMA, which is to encourage better communication among analysts and those engaged in analytical procedures and the development of methods.

Recipient: Valiant Louis Luz, Chemical and Environmental Technology Bill Thompson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1986 by L.A. Varah Ltd. to honour the memory of Bill Thompson, a senior partner.

Recipient: Haozhi Tang, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Telecommunications and Networks The C.I.A.A.—Trant Family Award An endowment was established in 1998 by the late Geoffrey Trant.

Geoffrey Trant is the father of BCIT retired faculty member, Peter Trant.

Recipient: Joseph Hamilton, Technology Teacher Education Engineers and Geoscientists BC Foundation Scholarship in Engineering An annual award established in 2011. This in-term award is available to a student in level three through six in the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering program, the Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering program, or the Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering program.

Recipient: Lucas Hall, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Gene Haas Scholarship An annual award established in 2014. This award is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation and will provide multiple awards and bursaries for students.

Recipients: Colin Noort, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Terrence Clayton, CNC Machinist Technician Seyedramin Rahimzadeh, CNC Machinist Technician Yacoub Shudian, CNC Machinist Technician Qiwen Ye, CNC Machinist Technician Xiao Fei Long, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Mechanical Design Ferris Sutjiadi, Technology Teacher Education

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Gordon Yuen Memorial Award An endowment established in 2007 by the family of Gordon Yuen. He had completed two years of BCIT’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program when he was in a fatal automobile accident in his hometown of Port Alberni on July 11, 2007, where he was spending the summer working for the Sproat Lake Marine Patrol. Gordon was a well-known and popular resident of Nisga’a House at BCIT’s Maquinna Residence for two years. This award was established by his family in loving memory of their son and brother.

Recipient: Tanzeel Danekari, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design Heather Mathieson Memorial Award An endowment established in 2006 by the faculty, family, friends, and colleagues in memory of Heather Mathieson. She worked at BCIT for 18 years in the School of Manufacturing, Electronics and Industrial Processes and was greatly respected by all who knew and worked with her. She was diagnosed with and battled breast cancer before passing away in 2005. This fund honours the memory of Heather and her love of academia.

Recipient: Eric Martens, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology —Electrical Power and Industrial Control Ian Devereaux CMA Award An annual award established in 2016 by the Canadian Mineral Analysts (CMA) in memory of Ian Devereaux. Ian became a member of the CMA in the early 1970. The CMA was formed in 1969 with a purpose to promote better communication among analysts and those engaged in analytical procedures and the development of methods.

Recipient: Kangwoo An, Chemical and Environmental Technology Jacobs Canada Inc. Award An annual award established in 1981 and is now funded through an endowment created in 1991. Jacobs is one of the world’s largest and most diverse providers of professional technical services. They offer full-spectrum support to industrial, commercial, and government clients across multiple markets. Services include scientific and specialty consulting as well as all aspects of engineering and construction, and operations and maintenance.

Recipient: Lorenc Raci, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design John S.T. Chen Achievement Award An annual award established in 2020.

Recipients: Hongyun Cho, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation Grant Gough, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Mechanical Design Norman Springate Memorial Award An endowment established in 1991 by Freda Springate in memory of her husband who was head of a plywood and sawmill consulting business working cooperatively with BCIT. Recipient: Yuan Zhou, Chemical and Environmental Technology Robert B. Wells and Family Award An annual award established in 2009 by former BCIT Alumni Association President, Robert Wells (Administrative Management, 1973).

Recipients: Matthew Peeters, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Aaron Au, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

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Robert Deverall Chemical and Environmental Technology Scholarship— First Year Achievement Award An annual award established in 2014. This scholarship will be funded by CCIL—Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories to honour Robert (Rob) Deverall who was active in the environmental testing business for over 35 years. He is a graduate of BCIT, so it is his wish that students attending this institution be the recipients of these scholarships.

Recipient: Cameron Hamer, Chemical and Environmental Technology Spartan Controls Achievement Award An annual award established in 2016.

Recipients: Jacob Doyle, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Nadine Sad-Ang, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation UDI Development Industry Award An endowment established in 2007 by former BCIT Board Chair Maureen Enser which provides first-year achievement awards for students in any eligible, full-time construction-related program at BCIT. The Urban Development Institute is a national non-profit association of the development industry and its related professions, concentrating its activities on government relations, professional development and education, and research.

Recipient: Nicholas Toffolon, Chemical and Environmental Technology

DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARDS Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, effective team behaviour, and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

Dean’s Award for Bachelor’s Degree Recipient: Ian Kirslen Cabales, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Dean’s Award for Diploma Recipient: Ben Russell, Telecommunications Systems Technician— Telecommunications Networks Dean’s Award for Certificate Recipient: Harpreet Dhaliwal, Power Engineering

ENTRANCE AWARDS Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

Buu and Helen Lam Entrance Award An annual award established in 2019 by Buu and Helen Lam. Buu is a BCIT Alumni who greatly benefitted from his education at BCIT, first in computing and later in business. Buu believes in a future of increasing technology careers where women must have equal opportunity to thrive. This scholarship is awarded to a woman pursuing the Computer Information Systems Administration program.

Recipient: David Britskey, Computer Information Systems Administration

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E.B. Horsman & Son Award An annual award established in 2017. E.B. Horsman is an electrical supplier, distributor, and wholesaler, who sources, stocks, stores, sells and ships electrical products, and provides supply-chain management and support services. As an organization that prides itself on making positive contributions to the community, this award will support a student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology program.

Recipient: Kaleb Gritchin, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Gene Haas Scholarship An annual award established in 2014. This award is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation and will provide multiple awards and bursaries for students in the CNC Machinist and Machinist Foundation programs.

Recipients: Evan Menzel, Machinist Foundation Marvin Bulatao, CNC Machinist Technician Eric Willmott, CNC Machinist Technician Angus Wong, Machinist Foundation Jiro Hamaguchi Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 1999 by the family in memory of Jiro Hamaguchi, a 1970 graduate of BCIT’s Electronic Engineering Technology program.

Recipient: Noor-A- Junnat, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Kaiser Foundation for Higher Education Entrance Award An endowment established in 1999 for students entering one of the following programs: Computer Information Systems Technician; Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology; Electrical Foundation; Electronics Technician Common Core; Industrial Instrumentation and Controls Technician; Security Systems Technician; Telecommunications Technician; or Wireless Communications Technician.

Recipient: Shae-anna Kerpan, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Mitel Entrance Award An annual award established in 2016 the Mitel Entrance Award is presented to an individual who is eager to excel and show an understanding of the Mitel solution. Mitel is a 43-year-old Canadian Unified Communications Software company, and a Gartner magic Quadrant leader providing unified communications and collaboration services. Whether the solution be in the cloud, on premises or as a hybrid, Mitel leads the field and is proud to present this award to a BCIT student.

Recipient: Aran Randhawa, Telecommunications Systems Technician Sunshine Coast Trade & Technology Entrance Award An endowment established in 2007 by Mr. Michael Bakst, a professional civil engineer who has a deep interest in supporting and advancing education in engineer-related fields to those from the Sunshine Coast and outside the Greater Vancouver Regional district. He raised funds from individuals and organizations who shared his goal to provide funding for individuals entering BCIT in an engineering-related technology or trade program.

Recipient: Waylen Zhou, Mechanical Engineering Technology Viterra Entrance Award in Millwright An award established in 2015. Viterra is proud to be Canada’s grain industry leader, supported by world class assets and the expertise of its people who are trusted advisors to farm customers across Western Canada. The company places a high value on learning opportunities and, as part of its overall commitment to education, is pleased to present the Viterra Entrance Scholarship for students in the Millwright Foundation program at BCIT. Recipient: Vladimir Djuric, Millwright Foundation

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

GRADUATING AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

Anne Lippert Achievement Award in Honour of the BCIT Board of Governors An endowment established in 2004 by board member Anne Lippert and other BCIT Board of Governor members as a legacy of their support of BCIT. The annual interest provides academic and achievement awards for graduates of any eligible full-time BCIT program.

Recipient: Allison Bowie, Technology Teacher Education BCIT Automation and Instrumentation Technology Award An annual award established in 2016 by the department.

Recipients: Jacob Doyle, Electrical and Computer Engineering TechnologyAutomation and Instrumentation Technology Valerii Mitskevych, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation Technology BCIT Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Award An annual award established in 2001 by the department.

Recipient: Grant Howard, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering BCIT Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award An annual award established in 2001 by the department.

Recipient: Arashdeep Dhillon, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering BCIT Chemical and Environmental Technology Grad Award An annual award established in 2010 by the department.

Recipients: Koeun Kim, Chemical and Environmental Technology Jun Yeob Song, Chemical and Environmental Technology BCIT Computer Information Systems Administration Award An annual award established in 2010 by the department to be presented to a selected graduate of the CISA program. Recognizing both academic achievement and leadership qualities, this award acknowledges the student’s efforts over two years of training.

Recipient: Gavin Brown, Computer Information Systems Administration BCIT Electrical Power and Industrial Control Technology Award An annual award established in 1990 by the department.

Recipients: Jayden Marsh, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Electrical Power and Industrial Control Technology Pei Jian Ru, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Electrical Power and Industrial Control Technology BCIT Mechanical Design Award An annual award established in 1994 by the department.

Recipient: Keenan Tolmie, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design BCIT Mechanical Manufacturing Award An annual award established in 2006 by the department.

Recipient: Danny Quan, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Manufacturing BCIT Mechatronics and Robotics Technology Award An annual award established in 2008 by the department.

Recipient: Brisa Waldbauer, Mechatronics and Robotics

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BCIT Power and Process Engineering Award An annual award established in 1998 by the department.

Recipient: Lucas Knott, Power and Process Engineering BCIT Telecommunications and Networks Technology Award An annual award established in 1990 by the department.

Recipients: Hee Jin Moon, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Telecommunications and Networks Navit Jammu, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Telecommunications and Networks BCIT Telecommunications Systems Technician—Telecommunications Networks Award An annual award established in 2020 by the department.

Recipient: Ben Russell, Telecommunications Systems Technician— Telecommunications Networks BCIT Telecommunications Systems Technician—Radio Systems Award An annual award established in 2020 by the department.

Recipient: Derek Lai, Telecommunications Systems Technician— Radio Systems

PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE AWARDS BCIT President’s Entrance Awards are available to students who have graduated from a BC secondary school during the period of September 2019 to June 2020. The selection of candidates is based on an evaluation of academic achievement, participation and contribution to school activities, leadership, and citizenship, as well as volunteer and/ or community service. BCIT President’s Entrance Awards can be applied to any full-time BCIT credential program.

Recipients: Ophir Barzilay, Mechanical Engineering Technology Vikram Gill, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Brodie Kennard, Mechanical Engineering Technology David Lawrence, Mechanical Engineering Technology Eric Lee, Power and Process Engineering Jonathan MiraAcosta, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology Carlos Rengifo, Mechanical Engineering Technology Adam Rogers, Mechatronics and Robotics Kamaldeep Singh, Mechanical Engineering Technology Izaak Velho, Power and Process Engineering

Gene Haas Scholarships An annual award established in 2014. This award is funded by the Gene Haas Foundation and will provide multiple awards and bursaries.

Recipients: Jarek Ignas-Menzies, CNC Machinist Technician Cornelis Verstraten, CNC Machinist Technician

SCHOLARSHIPS

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Award An annual award established in 1998 by the department.

Recipient: Blake Fontaine, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician

Degree Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels three through six in their program.

Mechanical Contractors Association of BC Award in Mechanical Systems An annual award established in 1979 is presented to a graduate of Mechanical Systems.

Recipient: Nayoung Lee, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Systems

GRADUATING SCHOOL AWARDS These awards are presented to outstanding students in specific schools. The departments nominate students, with the final selections made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Awards Established in 1986 by BCIT alumni, the endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Brett Choi, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels one and two of their program.

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association Scholarship An annual award established in 1982. The Faculty and Staff Association defends and advances the employment interests of its members through representation, collective bargaining, and advocacy with BCIT, the government, and the community.

Recipients: Yanming Bu, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Hongyun Cho, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology— Automation and Instrumentation BCIT Foundation Scholarship An endowment established in 2000 with a lead gift from Joan Harrison, the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors Chair at that time.

Recipients: Aaron Au, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Jing Han, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology—Electrical Power and Industrial Control Martin Legal, Industrial Network Cybersecurity Kevin Schroff, Mechanical Engineering Technology—Manufacturing Taeyoon Rim, Mechatronics and Robotics Joseph Hamilton, Technology Teacher Education BCIT Scholarship in Mechanical Engineering An endowment established in 1997.

Recipient: Grant Gough, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Design Charles Calder and Michael C. D. Hobbs Memorial Scholarship An endowment established in 1997.

Recipient: Ohyoun Kwon, Mechanical Engineering Technology— Mechanical Systems

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Spectra Energy Transmission Scholarship An endowment established in 1991. Spectra Energy Corp is one of North America’s premier natural gas infrastructure companies in gathering and processing, transmission and storage, and distribution. Spectra Energy was created in 2007 from the natural gas businesses of Duke Energy.

Recipient: Yuan Zhou, Chemical and Environmental Technology

SCHOOL AWARDS Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments with a final selection made by the Dean.

Anne McCannel Graduating Award An award established in 2020 for Food Technology students.

Recipients: Nu Dieu Hien Pham, Food Technology Thi Thao Uyen Le, Food Technology Youngeun Cho, Food Technology Associate Dean’s Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice An annual award established in 1980 by the BCIT Nursing program.

Recipients: Monica Mastrantonio, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Victoria Holmes, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Lucas Hall, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

ASTTBC Biomedical Engineering Technology Award An annual award established in 2001. The Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC provides awards to students in ASTTBC recognized technology programs through the ASTTBC Foundation. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Delling Ingvaldson, Biomedical Engineering

Dr. Joseph H. Cohen, CM, SB St.J., OBC, LLD; Mrs. Frances Cohen; Lori, Bruce and Phyllis Cohen Achievement Award in Honour of Dr. G. Wynne Powell, CPA, FCPA, FCGA An endowment established in 1991 by the Cohen family in recognition of their friendship with Dr. G. Wynne Powell, President and COO of London Drugs Ltd., and former Chair of the BCIT Board of Governors and the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors.

Recipient: Sungwoo Kim, Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

ASTTBC John Leech Technology Leadership Award An annual award established in 2013. The ASTTBC John Leech Technology Leadership Award is presented to a graduating student in any ASTTBC recognized technology program. The recipient must have achieved a solid academic record and contributed in a positive way to campus life or the community at large. Students are also offered a free student membership, which can be obtained by contacting the ASTTBC office.

Recipient: Kathleen Sheehy, Biomedical Engineering

Malcolm C. J. Wickson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1988 to honour the late Malcolm Wickson, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Barakat Abdulrahman, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

BC Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Foundation Award Annual awards established in 2005. The BCAMRT Foundation is a non-profit organization consisting of medical radiation technologists supporting and advocating the professional and ethical standards of their profession.

Recipients: Alexandra Mckenna, Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy Amrit Cheema, Medical Radiography Brooke Johnston, Nuclear Medicine

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS ∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

Alexis Van Lagen Memorial Award An endowment established in 1992 by the parents, family and friends of infant Alexis Van Lagen. The award is presented to a graduate who has shown an interest in entering Neonatal Specialty Nursing.

Recipient: Jenna Dametto, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Anne Lippert Achievement Award in Honour of the BCIT Board of Governors An endowment established in 2004 by board member Anne Lippert and other BCIT Board of Governor members as a legacy of their support of BCIT. The annual interest provides academic and achievement awards for graduates of any eligible full-time BCIT program.

Recipient: Prabhjot Kaur, Occupational Health and Safety

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BC Dairy Association Award An endowment established in 1972. The BC Dairy Foundation is a not-forprofit organization dedicated to increasing consumption of milk in BC and delivering innovative nutrition education programs.

Recipient: Donna Yong, Food Technology BC Food Technologists Award in Food Technology An endowment established in 1985. BCFT’s mission is to advocate and promote the quality, safety, and wholesomeness of the North American food supply through the application of science and technology.

Recipients: Harry Chu , Food Technology Jessica Larioza, Food Technology BCIT Bachelor of Health Science Achievement Award in Magnetic Resonance Imaging An annual award established by School of Health Sciences.

Recipient: Jacqueline Wallace, Bachelor of Health Sciences in Magnetic Resonance Imaging BCIT Bachelor of Science in Nursing Achievement Award An annual award established in 1997 by BCIT and awarded to a graduate on the recommendation of faculty for outstanding achievement in the program.

Recipient: Karlee Diesing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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BCIT Bachelor of Science in Nursing Award in Specialty Nursing An annual award established in 1997 by BCIT and awarded to a graduate on the recommendation of faculty for outstanding achievement in the program.

Recipient: Ann Gibb, Bachelor of Science in Specialty Nursing BCIT International Success Awards An annual award established in 2007 by the BCIT International Business Services department.

Recipient: Hasti Nooraei, Food Technology BCIT School of Computing and Academic Studies Award for Excellence in Communication An annual award established by the School of Computing and Academic Studies.

Recipient: Balkeerat Vig, Occupational Health and Safety Bernadet Ratsoy Memorial Award An award established in 2010 in honour of Bernadet Ratsoy, a provincial healthcare leader and former Associate Dean in the School of Health Sciences at BCIT. The award is for a graduate of BCIT’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, as selected by the program faculty.

Recipient: Larissa Garayt, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bill Leith Memorial Award An endowment established in 2006. Mr. Leith was a generous supporter of the BCIT Environmental Health program since 1996.

Recipient: Celine Hsin, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Health Brooke Radiology, Ferne Gooding Memorial Award An annual award established in 1997 in memory of Ferne Gooding, a valued employee of Brooke Radiology Associates. Award recipients must have qualities exhibited by Ms. Gooding: kindness, empathy, organization, industriousness, and positivity.

Recipient: Andrea Garcia, Medical Radiography Cao Foundation Graduating Achievement Award Established by Anna Zhang of the Cao Foundation in 2019, the award is intended for outstanding students in the Food Technology program. As a BCIT alumni, Anna wishes to see greater recognition of the importance of food technology in the industry.

Recipient: Alisha Zhan, Food Technology CIPHI, John A. Stringer Memorial Award An endowment established in 1976 by Mrs. Mabel Stringer in memory of her late husband who was an executive member of the CIPHI and a strong supporter of BCIT’s Public Health Inspector program.

Recipient: Adora Kwong, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Health Edna Ladner Memorial Award An endowment established in 2006 through the estate of Edna Ladner.

Edna was an ardent researcher of local history and respected author of a book about pioneer life on the Fraser Delta. Her personal account of her mother, who was a nurse and had married into the pioneering Ladner farming and fish-canning dynasty after whom the Delta community is named, has been incorporated into a book that has been used nationally to demonstrate a comparative model of early nursing practices. This award is for graduates who have completed BCIT’s Specialty Nursing, Emergency Nursing—Combined Emergency/Critical Care Option.

Recipient: Ann Gibb, Bachelor of Science in Specialty Nursing

Lesley M.R. Wiebe Humanitarian Award An endowment established in 1986 by the husband and friends of Lesley Wiebe, a dedicated nurse who passed away in September 1985.

Recipient: Caitlin Brown, Bachelor of Science in Nursing LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services Awards for Clinical Excellence An annual award established in 1966. LifeLabs provides laboratory testing services, which help physicians and other healthcare providers in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of disease and illness in patients.

Recipients: Armerina Ludlow, Medical Laboratory Science Morgen Stevenson, Medical Laboratory Science Lily Bruce Summers Memorial Award An endowment established in 2007 by the family of Lily Bruce Summers.

The fund fulfils her wish to be part of the nursing community, where nurses care about and care for others, which is a philosophy she lived by. Also, because Lily felt strongly that living in Canada provided a good life for her and her family, the fund is a way for her to give back to her community and her country. The recipient of this award is encouraged in their pursuit of becoming a part of the nursing community and wished every success.

Recipients: Cassandra McComb, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Terrelle Klose, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Mabel and Arnet Pentland Graduating Achievement Award An endowment established in 1981 by Mabel and Arnet Pentland.

The annual interest provides an achievement award to graduates in Prosthetics and Orthotics. Mr. Pentland was a former member of the BCIT Prosthetics and Orthotics Advisory Committee.

Recipients: Kristopher Uebelhardt, Prosthetics and Orthotics Amanda MacKenzie, Prosthetics and Orthotics Kelsey Nolin, Prosthetics and Orthotics Kevin Shikaze, Prosthetics and Orthotics Margaret Neylan Memorial Achievement Award An annual award established in 2010 in memory of Margaret Neylan, former Department Head of Nursing, then Associate Dean of Nursing at BCIT. Margaret passed away in March 2005. Her life was dedicated to family, health care, and education. She pioneered the development of numerous nursing programs and, in retirement, dedicated her time to improving care for seniors.

Recipient: Christina Dixon, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Stan Rogers Memorial Award An annual award established in 2012 is presented each year to a Food Technology graduate. The purpose of the organization is to achieve economic prosperity and sustainable safe production in a balanced BC food and natural health product industry. They provide good food, innovative nutrition solutions, public policy advice, sustainable economic benefits for communities, and public education.

Recipient: Hasti Nooraei, Food Technology

John K. Soutter Food Technology Achievement Award An endowment established in 1994 by former Food Technology faculty member, John Soutter. John’s original contribution of $3,000 was $100 for each year he worked at BCIT (1967-1997).

Recipient: Aiselle Jain Dupaya, Food Technology

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Stemcell Technologies Award An annual award established in 2017. This graduating achievement award recognizes an outstanding student in the Biotechnology program within BCIT’s School of Health Sciences. STEMCELL Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Vancouver that develops specialty cell culture media, cell isolation systems and accessory products for life science research. Driven by science and a passion for quality, STEMCELL supports the advancement of scientific research around the world with our catalogue of more than 2,000 cell biology research tools.

Recipients: Ho Tin Horton Lai, Honours in Biotechnology Brandon Wong, Honours in Biotechnology Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Company, Inc. Awards in Food Technology An annual award established in 2002. Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Company, Inc. is the leader in the science of decaffeination. Their 100% chemical-free process uses only water from BC coastal mountains to extract caffeine, resulting in a coffee that is 99.9% caffeine free.

Decaffeination is their only business and consumers benefit from their singular focus and commitment to quality.

Recipients: Alisha Zhan, Food Technology Aiselle Jain Dupaya, Food Technology Yvonne Aydon Memorial Award An endowment established in 2016 by husband, family, and friends, in loving memory of Yvonne Aydon, a dedicated learner, practitioner, leader, and mentor in the field of electroneurophysiology. Yvonne was truly gifted, and her lifelong dedication to her work made a difference in the field and to BCIT graduates and programs. This award is presented to a graduate of BCIT’s Electroneurophysiology diploma program who demonstrates leadership qualities.

Recipient: Keith Anderson, Electroneurophysiology

∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty.

Angela Mazzocato Memorial Award An endowment established in 1990 by family, friends, and colleagues in memory of Angela Mazzocato (née Collins), former BCIT Nursing instructor who passed away September 23, 1989. Angela had a very positive influence on the education of a great number of student nurses during her 17 years as a faculty member. Her memorial fund honours the contributions of a dedicated nurse, educator, colleague, and friend.

Recipients: Kelsey Winters, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Shannon Woolley, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Anne McCannel Achievement Award An annual award established in 2020 for students in the Food Technology program.

Recipient: Andrew Williamson, Food Technology BC Association of Laboratory Physicians Award An endowment established in 2000. The BCALP represents the business and economic interests of the section of Laboratory Medicine within the British Columbia Medical Association. Their members are medical doctors with specialty certificates in Laboratory Medicine and their expertise includes all aspects of laboratory testing and its application to patient care.

Recipient: Ruben Brar, Medical Laboratory Science

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

BC Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Foundation Award Annual awards established in 2005. The BCAMRT Foundation is a non-profit organization consisting of medical radiation technologists supporting and advocating the professional and ethical standards of their profession.

Recipient: Hua Fan, Medical Radiography BC Food Technologists, J. Phillips and J. Heddinger Leadership Award An endowment established in 2009 by Mr. Jerry Heddinger and the BC Food Technologists (BCFT) to recognize the long-standing contributions of Messrs. Phillips and Heddinger to BCFT and the BC food industry.

Recipient: Shannon Stainsby, Food Technology BCIT Biotechnology Award An endowment established by the Biotechnology department.

Recipient: Meghan Marshall, Honours in Biotechnology BCIT International Student Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former Board of Governors member, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Mina Tazarvifardshirazi, Biomedical Engineering Technology BCIT Legacy of Learning Memorial Award An endowment established in 2008. The BCIT Memorial Endowment was established to honour the following faculty, staff and friends of BCIT: Ernie W. Brown (former Dean of the School of Business + Media who passed away in 1979); Andre Gutfruend (second-year Administrative Management student who passed away in November 1978); Frank T. Cassetta (BCIT Forestry instructor who passed away January 14, 1991); Armand Paris (BCIT Mathematics department instructor who passed away in 1981); James Etches (a mechanic by trade who passed away in 1995; family, friends, and colleagues contributed to the endowment in his memory); Jonathan Andrew Harrold Fisher (a 2007 Piping ELTT student who passed away suddenly on March 29, 2009); Ryan Schlyecher (former BCIT Tourism instructor who passed away in 1982); Edward C. Duemo (an employee of CAE Machinery Ltd. Funds were contributed by CAE Machinery Ltd. and its employees to honour Mr. Duemo’s years of service); R.B. (Barney) Phillips (Barney Phillips founded Yukon Southern Airlines in the 1930s which became Canadian Pacific Airlines, and subsequently integrated into the major Canadian and international airline industry; funds were contributed in 1988 by his sons Bill and John Phillips in memory of their father).

Recipient: Chi Hang Wong, Occupational Health and Safety BCIT Medical Radiography Award for Teamwork An annual award established in 2011.

Recipient: Danica Luoma, Medical Radiography BCIT Pioneers Club Award An endowment established in 1996 by the founding staff and faculty of BCIT. Recipient: Sean Bianchini, Medical Radiography Cao Foundation Achievement Award Established by Anna Zhang of the Cao Foundation in 2019, the award is intended for outstanding students in the Food Technology. As a BCIT alumna, Anna wishes to see greater recognition of the importance of food technology in the industry.

Recipient: Glacy Langreo, Food Technology CIPHI, BC Branch, Bob Herbison Memorial Award An endowment established in 1997 to honour Bob Herbison’s work as a lifetime member. CIPHI advances science and the field of Environmental Public Health through certification, advocacy, education, and setting of standards. They protect the health of Canadians and represent Environmental Public Health professionals across Canada.

Recipient: Jasmine Lee, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Health

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Daphne Sabourin Memorial Award for Excellence in Bedside Nursing An endowment established in 1997 by James Sabourin in memory of his wife who passed away in January 1996 at the age of 72. She often commented on the loving care and quality of bedside nursing she received, which helped prompt James to perpetuate her memory by assisting students who have demonstrated high achievement in bedside nursing care during their training at BCIT. Recipient: Vera Mistry, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Don Guthrie Memorial Award An endowment established in 1998 by family, friends and former students in memory of Don Guthrie, a long-time instructor in BCIT’s Fish, Wildlife and Recreation program.

Recipient: Keri-Rose Tiessen, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Doris Walkden Memorial Award An annual award established in 2018 in memory of Doris Walkden.

Recipients: Monika Low, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Heidi Yeung, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Elizabeth D. Mackie Memorial Award An endowment established in 1996 by Margaret Pringle in memory of her sister. Elizabeth (“Betty”) had gone to school at the VGH Nursing School. After passing her finals to become an RN, she was told she had contracted tuberculosis and could not attend her graduation ceremony.

She spent two years in hospital and was never able to practice nursing.

She married Jim Mackie who was a paraplegic, an athlete, and an inventor. When Miss. Pringle passed away in 2004, she bequeathed a substantial sum to the endowment. It was very important to Miss. Pringle that the recipients demonstrate a caring attitude.

Recipients: Jessel Guerra Romo, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Tetiana Lysenko, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Randi Nielsen, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Lisa Quan, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Enns Family Award in Biotechnology An endowment established in 2006 by Don Enns and his family to support students in the joint UBC/BCIT Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Biotechnology. Don is President of LifeSciences BC, former President of CANTEST Ltd. and a former BCIT Foundation Director who wanted to do something for students that would make a lasting difference.

Recipient: Han Han Ly, Honours in Biotechnology Fran MacDonald Memorial Award An endowment established in 2016 in memory of Fran MacDonald.

Recipient: Leon Tichonow, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Joe and Gladys Woolsey and Sam Parrish and Gladys Cranke Memorial Award An endowment established in 1996 by Lorraine Woolsey, Program Head, Environmental Health, and her husband Jim in memory of his parents— Joe and Gladys Woolsey—and Sam Parrish and Gladys Cranke who were neighbours and lifelong family friends.

Recipient: Zhaoren Zhang, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Health Keith Scott Memorial Award An endowment established in 1987 with contributions from Medical Laboratory Technicians, clinical staff, family, and friends in memory of Keith Ernest Scott. Born in Alberta in 1942, Keith passed away in an airplane accident near the Prince George airport on October 2, 1986. His family wishes all recipients of this award the very best in their futures.

Recipient: Zackary Ngai, Biomedical Engineering Technology

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Linda Cope Memorial Endowment This endowment was established in 2019 in memory of Linda Cope, a former BCIT alumna (1974). The income from the endowment provides for an annual in-term achievement award which is given to a secondor third-year student in the BCIT Medical Laboratory Science program.

This award recognizes a student’s academic excellence and all-round achievement. Linda dedicated herself to sharing her knowledge and expertise in transfusion medicine through the training and mentorship of fellow transfusion laboratory technicians throughout her career.

She is remembered for her passion to the profession and dedication to technical excellence in blood transfusion. This award honours and recognizes the importance of having well trained and skilled laboratory technicians in the community.

Recipient: Yi Hao Chen, Medical Laboratory Science London Drugs 60th Anniversary Award An endowment established in 2007. London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned with a focus on local customers’ satisfaction. Across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and BC, London Drugs’ 75 stores employ more than 7,000 staff dedicated to providing customers with a superior shopping experience.

Recipient: Meregon Kiddo, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Margaret Sage Nursing Award This award was established in 2020 by Margaret Sage’s family. Margaret’s nursing ambitions began at a very young age as she followed in her mother’s footsteps. Margaret graduated from Burnaby South High School and she enrolled in the Vancouver General School of Nursing. Margaret spent her 35-year career at Royal Columbian Hospital working in labour and delivery. She continued to upgrade herself by taking additional courses at BCIT. This scholarship is awarded to a student who shows the compassion and commitment to being a nurse like her.

Recipient: Patricia Alexandropoulos, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Marion Stevenson Memorial Award An endowment established in 2010 by BCIT Foundation Board Member and CEO of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Peter Blake, in honour of his wife Leslie’s grandmother. This endowment was inspired by the support that Marion Stevenson provided to her granddaughter Leslie while she was attaining her RN and BSN from the University of Alberta, then her master’s degree from Adler School of Psychology.

Recipient: Paul Sickavish, Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pacific Blue Cross Kenneth Martin Award An annual award established in 2015 by Pacific Blue Cross (PBC), BC’s largest and most trusted provider of health, dental, and travel benefits.

This award is named in honour of retired CEO, Kenneth Martin, in recognition of his contributions to PBC over his longstanding tenure. This award is provided to students in Health Life Sciences programs who have demonstrated leadership and community involvement.

Recipient: Danny Zaporozan, Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General and Cardiac Sonography Richmond Hospital Award An endowment established in 1989 to provide a first-year achievement award to a student in Biomedical Engineering.

Recipient: Mina Tazarvifardshirazi, Biomedical Engineering Technology Stan Rogers Memorial Award An annual award established in 2012. The BC Dairy Council is the trade association for dairy processors, the companies that convert raw milk into finished dairy products, in the province of BC. Established in 1972, the Council is registered under the BC Society Act and currently represents nine member companies and twelve manufacturing plants throughout the province.

Recipient: Husanpreet Sandhu, Food Technology

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Sysmex Award in Medical Laboratory Science An annual award established in 2010 is presented to a BCIT Medical Laboratory Science student in the first year who has attained significant achievement in hematology courses MLSC 2114 & 3114. Sysmex is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of hematology laboratory systems and solutions, including automation and information systems.

Recipient: Mary Isaw, Medical Laboratory Science

Dr. John Blatherwick Entrance Award An endowment established in 2007 with funds raised by friends and colleagues of Dr. John Blatherwick in honour of his retirement in 2007 as Chief Medical Officer for the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority.

Dr. Blatherwick has been an inspirational and important leader in the development of public health in BC and a long-standing supporter of the Public Health Inspectors and the Environmental Health program at BCIT. Recipient: Evan Houle, Environmental Health

William E. Noel Memorial Award An endowment established in 1982 by Bill Noel, former Department Head of Medical Imaging, and his wife Pat. Bill was with the Royal Canadian Navy and served in the Pacific during WWII. He was a longtime member of the Burnaby Power and Sale Squadron and actively involved in teaching new boaters. Alumni, friends, and colleagues have honoured Bill’s memory through donations to the William E. Noel Endowment Fund.

Recipient: Mackenzie Webber, Nuclear Medicine

Y.P. Heung Foundation Entrance Award An annual award established in 2014. Y.P. Heung immigrated to Canada in the 1960s. He was a real estate and construction entrepreneur who firmly believed in higher education in his adopted country.

Recipients: Julia Bailey, Nursing Alyssa Ilich, Nursing Mahnuma Neaha, Nursing Elizabeth Penner, Nursing Jessi Smith, Environmental Health

DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARDS Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, and effective team behaviour and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

GRADUATING AWARDS

Dean’s Award for Bachelor’s Degree Recipient: Christina Dixon, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

BCIT Biomedical Engineering Technology Award An endowment established anonymously in 1978.

Recipient: Yu Chen Chang, Biomedical Engineering

Dean’s Award for Diploma Recipient: Hayley Olson, Nuclear Medicine

ENTRANCE AWARDS Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

BCIT Alumni Association Entrance Awards An endowment established in 1986 by the BCIT Alumni Association. The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipients: Ayla Challenger, Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General and Cardiac Sonography Laurel Dyck, Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General and Cardiac Sonography Erik Hayes, Clinical Genetics Technology Julia Kroeker, Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General and Cardiac Sonography BCIT Board of Governors’ Entrance Awards for Baccalaureate Degrees Awards established in 1997 by BCIT for students entering a bachelor’s degree program.

Recipients: Brendan Fitzgerald, Environmental Health Megan Hendricks, Nursing BCIT Student Association’s Sharing Costs or Recognizing Excellence (SCORE) Entrance Award An endowment established in 2009 by the BCIT Student Association, with matching funds from the BCIT Foundation.

Recipient: Gurneet Singh, Nuclear Medicine

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

BCIT Biotechnology Award An endowment established in 1991 by students and staff.

Recipient: Ho Tin Horton Lai, Honours in Biotechnology BCIT Electroneurophysiology Technology Award An award established in 1986 by staff.

Recipient: Yan Yue Tin, Electroneurophysiology BCIT Food Technology Award An award sponsored by the department is presented to a graduate of the program.

Recipient: Hasti Nooraei, Food Technology BCIT Health Sciences Award An endowment established in 1999 through the provincial government’s matching grant program, as a result of a gift made by Arnet and Mabel Pentland.

Recipients: Kevin Shikaze, Prosthetics and Orthotics Kim Anh Tran, Clinical Genetics Technology BCIT Occupational Health and Safety Graduating Award An endowment established in 1999 through the provincial government’s matching grant program, as a result of a gift made by Arnet and Mabel Pentland.

Recipient: Sindhu Selvaraj, Occupational Health and Safety Radion Laboratories Ltd. dba Bowers Medical Supply Award An annual award established in 2004. The Bowers Medical award is presented to a student who has demonstrated consistent academic excellence, personal courage and relentless perseverance. In 1972, BCIT alumnus F.E. (Ted) Bowers founded Bowers Medical. For more than 40 years, Bowers Medical has remained a national company that is family owned and operated. As the CEO, Mr. Bowers has always mandated the company to deliver the highest quality of healthcare solutions that best serve his fellow Canadians. Basic values such as dedication, hard work, and intellectual discipline are direct reflections of Mr. Bowers’ own personal traits.

Recipient: Hayley Olson, Nuclear Medicine

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GRADUATING SCHOOL AWARDS

SCHOOL AWARDS

These awards are presented to outstanding students in specific program areas. The departments nominate students, with the final selections made by the Dean.

Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments with a final selection made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Awards Established in 1986 by BCIT alumni, the endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Christina Dixon, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Eileen Tang, Nuclear Medicine

BCIT Health Sciences Dean’s Recognition Award An annual award established in 1978 by the Dean of the School of Health Sciences is presented to a graduate of any eligible Health Sciences program.

Recipient: Hayley Olson, Nuclear Medicine

SCHOLARSHIPS Diploma Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels one and two of their program.

Degree Recipients Presented to students who achieved the highest average in levels three through six in their program BC Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Foundation Scholarship Annual awards established in 2005. The BCAMRT Foundation is a non-profit organization consisting of medical radiation technologists supporting and advocating the professional and ethical standards of their profession.

Recipients: Amneet Gill, Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy Alger Hsu, Nuclear Medicine BCIT Faculty and Staff Association Scholarship An annual award established in 1982. The Faculty and Staff Association defends and advances the employment interests of its members through representation, collective bargaining, and advocacy with BCIT, the government, and the community.

Recipient: Nida Arman, Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General and Cardiac Sonography BCIT Foundation Scholarship An endowment established in 2000 with a lead gift from Joan Harrison, the BCIT Foundation Board of Directors Chair at that time.

Recipients: David Cui, Biomedical Engineering Technology Shannon Stainsby, Food Technology Xiaojing Yue, Medical Laboratory Science Waichi Wong, Occupational Health and Safety Brenda Clark Nuclear Medicine Technology Scholarship An endowment established in 1994 by Brenda Clark, former Nuclear Medicine faculty member.

Recipient: Mackenzie Webber, Nuclear Medicine Vinod Sood Memorial Scholarship An endowment established in 1988 in memory of Vin Sood, former BCIT Board of Governors member.

Recipient: Meghan Marshall, Honours in Biotechnology

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Jack White Memorial Award An annual award established in 1991 by BCIT in memory of Jack White, Superintendent of Technical and Vocational Education with the Ministry of Education in 1955 who was instrumental in the creation and establishment of BCIT. Recipient: Karen Thuy An Tran, Nuclear Medicine Malcolm C. J. Wickson Memorial Award An endowment established in 1988 to honour the late Malcolm Wickson, former Chairman of the BCIT Board of Governors.

Recipient: Jasmine Lee, Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Health Stan Richards Memorial Awards An endowment established in 1986 by the late Stan Richards, former BCIT faculty member and Dean of the School of Health Sciences.

Recipient: Leon Tichonow, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

SCHOOL OF TRANSPORTATION ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS ∆ GRADUATING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received outstanding marks in specific courses in their final term(s) or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service, and all-round achievement, as selected by faculty.

BCIT Bachelor of Technology Achievement Award in Technology Management An annual award established in 2004.

Recipient: Milan Luketic, Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management Brett Loftus Memorial Award An endowment established in 2011 in memory of Brett Loftus who was an exceptional alumnus of the BCIT Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot program and a flight instructor with Pacific Flying Club (PFC) based in Boundary Bay. He was killed July 6, 2011 in a plane crash north of Harrison Lake. As a Flight Instructor with PFC, Brett touched the lives of many BCIT students and staff in an extremely positive way.

Recipient: Sebastian Hladik, Airline and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot—Rotary Wing

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Geoff Smulders Memorial Scholarship An endowment established in 2005 by the family and friends of Geoff Smulders, who died on April 22, 2005 in an airplane crash caused by mechanical failure. He was working as a pilot for Nav Air Charter, Inc. at the time. Geoff loved flying, sports, and partying. He was not an armchair observer of life—he got out there and lived it.

Recipient: Colin Stonier, Airline and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot—Fixed Wing Hong Mar Memorial Award An endowment established in 2012 in memory of Hong Mar, one of Canada’s pioneering bush pilots who served Canada’s northern communities before a plane crash took his life in 1967 at age 44. This scholarship, generously endowed by Dr. Yosef Wosk and family and friends of Mr. Mar, is a tribute to his legacy, and to his fellow bush pilots who devoted their lives to a profession that remains exceptionally dangerous and challenging.

Recipient: Justin De Vos, Airline and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot—Fixed Wing Peter Shewring Memorial Award An endowment established in 2010 by family, friends, and colleagues in memory of Canadian aviation icon, Peter Shewring, who passed away in March 2010. Peter had a love for flying and passion for the aviation industry. He taught, mentored, and inspired thousands of pilots in the Canadian flying community for over 30 years.

Recipient: Jehan Pancham Hariramani, Airline and Flight Operations— Commercial Pilot—Fixed Wing

∆ IN-TERM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Presented to students who achieve outstanding marks in specific first-year courses or who have demonstrated a combination of high academic standing, leadership, service or all-around achievement as selected by faculty.

BCIT International Student Award An endowment established in 1997 by Mr. Tom Simons, former Board of Governors member, and the BCIT International Department.

Recipient: Saj Oommen Mathew, Airport Operations Frank O’Neill Excellence in Airport Operations Award Vancouver Airport Authority established this award in 2011 to recognize Frank O’Neill’s significant contribution to the aviation industry. Mr. O’Neill’s aviation career spanned nearly five decades, from air traffic controller to YVR’s General Manager until his retirement in 2006 as President at YVR Airport Services. Frank O’Neill’s leadership in aviation continues with this award, ensuring students are supported as they strive for excellence and innovation in airport management and operations.

Recipient: Brett Ballah, Airport Operations

Ocean Park Foundation Marine Award An annual award established in 2018.

Recipients: Ana Cross, Marine Engineering Kyle Clare, Nautical Sciences Nelson Hill, Nautical Sciences Dave Layugan, Marine Engineering Kristopher Kemp, Bridge Watch Thierry Parker-Guindre, Aviation Maintenance Technician—Avionics Daniel de Amaral, Aviation Maintenance Technician—Avionics Shanon Malkin, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer—Category M Matthew Troyer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer—Category M Edward Chiu, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer—Category M Joanne Chan, Airport Operations Sai Yiu Tam, Airport Operations Pat Plouffe Memorial Award in Airport Operations An endowment established in 2004 by family, friends, and colleagues in memory of Pat Plouffe, a former employee of Eagle Airfield Ltd. in Ontario and a heavy equipment contractor who did considerable work for the Vancouver International Airport.

Recipient: Amrit Thindal, Airport Operations Vancouver Airport Authority Excellence in Airport Operations Award Established by Vancouver Airport Authority in 1995, this award encourages students to develop careers related to the many facets of airport operations. As Canada’s second-busiest airport, YVR serves more than 22 million passengers each year and employs 23,600 people in numerous roles from customer care to engineering and airport and aircraft related maintenance. Many YVR employees today are graduates of BCIT programs.

Recipient: Kyrce Engano, Airport Operations YVR Student Achievement Award An annual award established in 2017, this award recognizes the hard work of an exemplary student in their first year at BCIT. As a communitybased organization, YVR is proud to support BCIT students in the Airport Operations program. As Canada’s second-busiest airport, YVR serves more than 22 million passengers each year and employs over 23,000 people in numerous roles from customer care to engineering and airport and aircraft related maintenance. Recipients of this award are selected based on a combination of academic achievement, leadership, service, and all-round achievement.

Recipients: Wayne Huang, Airport Operations Bhavreet Purba, Airport Operations

Nautical Professional Education Society of Canada Award An endowment established in 1999 by members of the BC branch of the Nautical Institute. The NPESC is a registered society in Canada with the goal of furthering the professional education of Canadian mariners.

The society, through endowments with the Vancouver Foundation and the BCIT Foundation, provides bursaries to eligible students in training at the Marine Campus of BCIT and other Nautical Training institutions across Canada.

Recipient: Mark Orehov, Nautical Sciences

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DEAN’S GRADUATING AWARD Selected by the Dean, these awards are presented to students who have demonstrated a positive attitude, leadership, effective team behaviour, and participation in BCIT and community activities, as well as outstanding academic achievement.

Dean’s Award for Bachelor’s Degree Recipient: Milan Luketic, Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management

ENTRANCE AWARDS Entrance Awards are presented to students entering BCIT technology or trades programs. Selection is based on high academic standing in high school or post-secondary studies, the applicant’s participation in school or community activities, and specific donor criteria.

Avcorp Industries Inc. Entrance Award An endowment established in 2006. Avcorp designs and builds major airframe structures. They have a proven track record for applying the latest lean manufacturing principles and engineering design solutions to provide the highest quality, reliable delivery, and target cost for their customers.

Recipient: Trent Martyn, Air and Flight Operations—Commercial PilotFixed BCIT Staff—High Tech, High Promise Capital Campaign Entrance Award An endowment established in 1991 by BCIT staff during BCIT’s capital campaign to support students through bursaries, first-year achievement awards, and entrance awards.

Recipient: Antonio Tucker, Marine Engineering Canadian Airlines Employees’ Entrance Award An endowment established in 2009 for students entering an eligible, fulltime Aerospace program, who are either a former Canadian Airlines (or Regional Airlines) employee or their descendants.

Recipient: Annika Sun, Air and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot-Fixed Canadian Museum of Flight Association, Stan Vivian Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 2000 for students entering the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer program. The award was established by the Canadian Museum of Flight Association and his widow, Nancy Vivian, to honour the memory of Stan Vivian, a member of the association and long-time employee of Canadian Pacific Airlines. Mr. Vivian perished in an airplane collision in 1999.

Recipient: Baladev Manning, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Category M Canfor Trades and Technology Entrance Award Annual awards established in 2012 for students entering Sustainable Resource Management, Electrical, Millwright, or Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation programs. Canfor Corp. is an integrated forest products company based in Vancouver. The majority of their operations are in BC and Alberta with other operations in Quebec and the southern United States.

Recipient: Desmond Bally, Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation

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CIBC Aerospace Entrance Award An endowment established in 2004. The Canadian Bank of Commerce (established 1867) and the Imperial Bank of Canada (established 1875) merged to form the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with nearly 11 million personal banking and business clients, with branches and offices across Canada, in the United States, and around the world.

Recipient: Annika Sun, Air and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot-Fixed Ed Coates Memorial Foundation Award An annual award established in 2015.

Recipients: Luke Crossman, Motor Vehicle Body Repair Technician Foundation David Launier, Motor Vehicle Body Repair Technician Foundation HSBC Aerospace Entrance Award An endowment established in 2007. Headquartered in London, HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world. The entrance award is for students entering any eligible, full-time BCIT Aerospace program.

Recipients: Nicholas Cormier, Air and Flight Operations—Commercial Pilot-Fixed Ron Joseph Cruz, Airport Operations Jordan McIldoon Memorial Award An annual award established in 2017 to honour the memory of Jordan McIldoon, a BCIT fourth-year Heavy Duty Mechanic student, who was excited to be building a career in trades. Jordan was an amazing young man who loved to build and rebuild things, and was following in his father’s footsteps. Through the initiative and generous support of Jacob Bros. Construction, and the tremendous can-do attitude from across the construction community, the Jordan McIldoon Memorial Endowment was established. This award honours Jordan’s memory and passion for helping others, by assisting trades students through entrance awards and bursaries and helping ensure all students can achieve their dreams.

Recipients: Sebastian Cooke, Marine Engineering Kaylee James, Marine Engineering Pacific Foundation of Applied Technology, Otto A. Kloss Entrance Award An endowment established in 1990 in honour of Otto Kloss, a contractor who left significant funds in his will to the Pacific Foundation of Applied Technology. His instructions were to disburse the earned income to students in training.

Recipient: Matthew Periard, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category E Port of Vancouver Entrance Award in Memory of Richard C. Pearce An annual award established in 2003. Port of Vancouver is Canada’s largest and busiest port, a dynamic gateway for domestic and international trade and tourism, and a major economic force that strengthens the Canadian economy. They are also a port with a history of commitment to the environment, to their operating communities, and to innovation.

Recipient: Christopher Volkers, Nautical Sciences

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Pratt & Whitney Canada Entrance Award An endowment established in 2009. Pratt & Whitney Canada is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines powering business, general aviation, regional aircraft, and helicopters.

They have pioneered many engine development breakthroughs and continue to write new chapters in aviation. The entrance awards are for students enrolled in the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category ‘M’ or ‘E’ (Avionics), or Aircraft Gas Turbine Technician programs.

Recipients: Khayllsem Callanga, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Category M Sangmin Huh, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category E Ramsay MacDonald Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 2003 by the family of Ramsay MacDonald.

The entrance award is for a student in any eligible Trades Training program, with preference given to students from School District #35 (Langley).

Recipient: Camilla Lobos, Motorcycle and Power Equipment Technician Foundation Rick Sawatzky Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 2003 by the friends of Rick Sawatzky. The entrance award is for a student in any eligible trades training program, with preference given to students from School District #35 (Langley).

Recipient: William Armstrong, Nautical Sciences

GRADUATING AWARDS These awards are presented to students who received the highest averages in the final year of their program.

Automotive Service Technician and Operations Award An annual award established in 2017 by the department.

Recipient: Rehmatullah Jaffery, Automotive Service Technician and Operations FinishMaster Award of Excellence—Automotive Refinishing An annual award established in 2014 by FinishMaster Canada.

FinishMaster is North America’s largest paint and autobody supply company—proudly Canadian owned.

Recipient: Cameron Zindler, Automotive Refinishing Technician Foundation Finishmaster Award of Excellence—Motor Vehicle Body Repair An annual award established in 2014 by FinishMaster Canada.

Finishmaster is North America’s largest paint and autobody supply company, proudly Canadian owned.

Recipient: Keenan McCallum, Motor Vehicle Body Repair Technician Foundation

PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE AWARDS

Scotiabank Aerospace Entrance Award An endowment established in 2006. Scotiabank provides a broad range of retail, commercial, corporate, investment, and international banking services. Its core businesses include Domestic Banking (including Wealth Management), International Banking and Scotia Capital. The company has over 10 million customers, including 6.5 million in Canada, and 28,000 employees in Canada. The interest on this endowment is awarded to a student entering any full-time, eligible aerospace program.

Recipient: Rigel Dela Cruz, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Category M

BCIT President’s Entrance Awards are available to students who have graduated from a BC secondary school during the period of September 2019 to June 2020. The selection of candidates is based on an evaluation of academic achievement, participation and contribution to school activities, leadership, and citizenship, as well as volunteer and/ or community service. BCIT President’s Entrance Awards can be applied to any full-time BCIT credential program.

Recipient: Emily Johner, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category E

Tracey Horsman Memorial Entrance Award An endowment established in 2016 in loving memory of Tracey, a graduate of the BCIT Aviation program in 1977. Tracey’s training, his ability, and his determination regardless of context enabled him to travel the world. His participation as one of five Vancouver Island Helicopter crew members in the only Canadian helicopter assigned to fly disaster assistance to earthquake survivors in Pakistan in 2005 exemplifies at its finest the importance of his work. Likewise, in his private life, Tracey gave generously of his time with no expectation of recognition. On behalf of Tracey, his family emphasizes their appreciation to Vancouver Island Helicopters for their contribution to this endowment.

Recipient: Rylan Tailfeathers, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Category M

SCHOOL AWARDS

STUDENT AWARDS CELEBRATION 2020

Presented to outstanding students in specific program areas.

Students are nominated by the departments with a final selection made by the Dean.

BCIT Alumni Association Award An endowment established in 1986 by BCIT Alumni Association.

The endowment continues to grow through yearly gifts from alumni who support the Alumni Association’s goal of recognizing and supporting students.

Recipient: Ashley Obeck, Nautical Sciences

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