Posted on January 18, 2022

Top 10 ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵstories of 2021

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Get inspired for the new school year by reading 2021’s most popular online stories featuring ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵ (VCC) students, instructors, and alumni.

1. Eddy’s story: A new wave in nursing

One student's work to further reconciliation and Indigenous representation in health care

2. ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵpresident Ajay Patel recognized by Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards

Prestigious people’s choice award honours Ajay's positive impact on our college and community 

3. ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵbaking students claim top spots at 2021 Skills Canada provincials

Online skills competition shows ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵbakers are still the best in B.C.

4. ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵMusic introduces new Indigenous Vocal Ensemble

New singing group explores Indigenous music, compositions, and collective improvisation

5. Katherine’s story: Cooking for a cause

Top culinary student connects food and people in a unique and essential career

6. Charles Ya’Ya Heit: Revealing the power of Indigenous art

Carrying on the Gitxsan legacy in carvings, jewellery, and colonial resistance 

7. ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵgraphic designers contribute to Ronald McDonald House refresh

Student designers join Jamie Banfield in re-imagining children’s play spaces

8. ²ÝÁñ¶ÌÊÓƵFashion shines in the community

Finding the beautiful side of fashion through people-centred projects

9. David Blake: The relentless call of jazz

Living and breathing jazz from Vancouver to New York and beyond

10. Becoming a global citizen with collaborative international learning at VCC

Online UMAP program provides students with immersive intercultural experiences
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