Notice of Election - Student Seats

 


Education Council Nominees

  • Harpinder Singh
I am Harpinder Singh of business course student of Terrace campus . I have been in student politics back in my home country.  I am aware about some work and duties of member of education Council  but will work according to the rule and policies of college.  It will be great opportunity for me to learn more about this . I have following qualities 
• Teamwork
•Leadership
•Adaptability 
•Command and Control
•Ready to take new Challenges 
•Good Listener 
•Broad minded 
 
I think these qualities of me will help me in making a productive use of membership. I think having a student in the Education Council will be a great help for the students they will be able to approach the Council without hesitation because new student sometimes feel shy . So , it will be convenient.  

 

 

  • Maria de la Rosa

Maria Joanna de la Rosa; goes by the nickname “MJ”. She obtained a degree in Business Administration Major in Financial and Management Accounting from the Philippines, and is currently an international student at Coast Mountain College, Terrace Campus, taking up Post Degree Diploma in Business.

Professionally, she is a well experienced Lead Finance Analyst – Project Controller in a multinational company, collaborating with stakeholders from diverse nationalities.

She is a seeker of new learnings and a guaranteed doer, who goes above and beyond of what’s expected from her.

 

  • Alishia Benson-McCarthy

Ama sa, my traditional Gitxsan name is Xpit’amonstoone from Wilp Gyetm Maxmagii through Simoogit Hanamuuxw and Sigidim hana’k Gwa’amaats the giskaast pdeeof Gitsegukla, B.C.  My given name by my parents is Alishia G. Benson-McCarthy (Grace).  I have 15+ years of leadership experience, from working within community governance, non-profit societies, and different federally funded companies regarding funding for education and training.  I’m a first-year business student at CMTN – Terrace Campus, working towards a Business Administration Diploma (Human Resource).  I’m very interested in serving as a student representative on the Board of Governors this year, as of last year I had the ability to service on both First Nations Council and Education Council.  I’ve put my name forward to be considered as a nominee in all categories and will trust the process of where I shall serve as a student representative for the student body of CMTN.  Thank you for your time and consideration, if you have any questions you can often find me around the Spruce building during the week.

Wil ap' nit dim gan wilt, 

Grace

Am goodii'heehl gaanaye'itxwi'm, ama gixgya'idihl jix jogit.  Am edigwel si'ix hogyaxim luu yuxwill'hl ayookw. 

 

  • Harsimran Singh
  • Mohit Kumar

First Nations Council Nominee

  • Alishia Benson-McCarthy

 Ama sa, my traditional Gitxsan name is Xpit’amonstoone from Wilp Gyetm Maxmagii through Simoogit Hanamuuxw and Sigidim hana’k Gwa’amaats the giskaast pdeeof Gitsegukla, B.C.  My given name by my parents is Alishia G. Benson-McCarthy (Grace).  I have 15+ years of leadership experience, from working within community governance, non-profit societies, and different federally funded companies regarding funding for education and training.  I’m a first-year business student at CMTN – Terrace Campus, working towards a Business Administration Diploma (Human Resource).  I’m very interested in serving as a student representative on the Board of Governors this year, as of last year I had the ability to service on both First Nations Council and Education Council.  I’ve put my name forward to be considered as a nominee in all categories and will trust the process of where I shall serve as a student representative for the student body of CMTN.  Thank you for your time and consideration, if you have any questions you can often find me around the Spruce building during the week.

Wil ap' nit dim gan wilt,

Grace

Am goodii'heehl gaanaye'itxwi'm, ama gixgya'idihl jix jogit.  Am edigwel si'ix hogyaxim luu yuxwill'hl ayookw. 


Board of Governors Nominees

  • Monika Cipkar

My name is Monika Cipkar and I am attending the Business Administration Program at the Terrace Campus. I am excited for this opportunity to represent my fellow students on the Board of Directors. As a mature student with a wide range of experiences I hope to faithfully represent the student perspective during discussions and ensure our voices are heard. Thank you in advance for your support in this endeavor! 

 

  • Siddhant Pandey 

Hi everyone out there! Hope you all are doing well and enjoying the beautiful weather and scenic views of British Columbia. As you all know my name is Siddhant Pandey and I am a Postgraduate Diploma Business Administration student at Coast Mountain College,  Prince Rupert campus. Since the day I have started attending the college I was astonished to see how well the management and faculty are at CMTN. As there is always place for the betterment, I also wanted to contribute something to take our college more and more closer to perfection and for that I need a position to work on with. So, It would be a blessing for me if your precious vote goes for me so that I can work for and with you on your needs and requirements.

 

  • Manraj Singh

Hi everyone, my name is Manraj Singh Sidhu.

I am currently studying in criminology at coast mountain college, Terrace and I want to become lawyer in my future. I am really passionate about taking part in board of election and I am always ready to help my classmates as well as other students who are studying at coast mountain college, Terrace campus. I always encourage my mates to explore and pursue their passions and I am always with them and I am fully ready to serve my mates with my heart, positivity, humility and empathy moreover I want to help my all international as well domestic students to explore college and their career options.

When elected, I will streamline the process by which student government provides funding for student organizations. I will also improve the communication and collaboration with CLCE to empower student organizations.

Thanking you

 

  • Alishia Benson-McCarthy

Ama sa, my traditional Gitxsan name is Xpit’amonstoone from Wilp Gyetm Maxmagii through Simoogit Hanamuuxw and Sigidim hana’k Gwa’amaats the giskaast pdeeof Gitsegukla, B.C.  My given name by my parents is Alishia G. Benson-McCarthy (Grace).  I have 15+ years of leadership experience, from working within community governance, non-profit societies, and different federally funded companies regarding funding for education and training.  I’m a first-year business student at CMTN – Terrace Campus, working towards a Business Administration Diploma (Human Resource).  I’m very interested in serving as a student representative on the Board of Governors this year, as of last year I had the ability to service on both First Nations Council and Education Council.  I’ve put my name forward to be considered as a nominee in all categories and will trust the process of where I shall serve as a student representative for the student body of CMTN.  Thank you for your time and consideration, if you have any questions you can often find me around the Spruce building during the week.

Wil ap' nit dim gan wilt, 

Grace

Am goodii'heehl gaanaye'itxwi'm, ama gixgya'idihl jix jogit.  Am edigwel si'ix hogyaxim luu yuxwill'hl ayookw. 

 

  • Harsimran Singh
  • Pravneet Singh

Term of office: 1-year term from October 2023 to August 2024

Election schedule

Notice of Election

September 8, 2023

Close of nominations

September 21, 2023

Qualified nominees will be notified by the Registrar following the close of nominations and prior to the Campaign period*

Campaign period

September 29, 2023 - October 5, 2023

Election day

October 6, 2023

Polling will be held electronically through Election Buddy.

*If at the close of the nomination period there is only one candidate per seat available, the nominated candidate will be declared elected.


Education Council

The ‘Council’ sets educational policies and curriculum at Coast Mountain College. The Council also advises the Board of Governors on many other matters important to the College. This includes criteria for awarding of certificates, diplomas, and degrees. There are four (4) student positions on Education Council. The Council is also informed by the College and Institutes Act of British Columbia.  (College and Institute Act)


First Nations Council

The First Nations Council's focus is to develop policy recommendations based upon the educational issues and strategies of First Nations Communities to increase student success rates in the Coast Mountain College region. First Nations Council policy recommendations will focus on student advocacy, program promotion, curriculum design, cultural issues and content, program and education service evaluation and will assist Coast Mountain College in improving its relationships with First Nations communities.


Board of Governors

The ‘Board’ oversees the operation of the College through the guidance of the College and Institutes Act of British Columbia. College operations include “manage, administer and control the property, revenue, expenditures, business and affairs of the institution”. There are two (2) student positions on the Board of Governors.


This information has been posted by the Registrar as the Electoral Officer. If you have questions, contact:

Troy Hanschen | edco@coastmountaincollege.ca