Aliz Revoczi was part of the team that created proposed the QR Codes for Pubic Art project in Spring 2020. Her group won Third Place at HUBBUB #2. Tell us a bit about yourself: what is your background? I’m a second generation Canadian who grew up in East Vancouver. I […]
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Kirsten Marr and Angela Jiang are two of the students who created the Love Letters and Secret Gardens project in Spring 2020. Along with their third group member, Michelle Zhen, they won First Place and the Audience Choice Award at HUBBUB #2. Tell us a bit about yourselves: what are […]
Mikaela is one of our first CityStudio North Vancouver alumni. She was part of the team that created Just Click. It’s Quick! and won second place at HUBBUB #2. She shared some of her insight following the end of this unusual term. What are you studying, and what are your […]
On April 16 2020, we hosted CityStudio North Vancouver’s first ever online HUBBUB project showcase. Considering the impacts of Covid 19, the event was transformed from its usual format at City Hall to an online webinar-style interactive event. We are so proud of the eight student groups that represented their […]
In these strange and uncertain times, how can we keep experiential learning opportunities alive and thriving? When it comes to Hubbub, the end-of-term project showcase that usually happens at North Vancouver City Hall, the CityStudio North Vancouver team has decided to go virtual. Mark your calendars for HUBBUB #2 and RSVP […]
Elnaz is one of our first CityStudio North Vancouver alumni. During the first term of the initiative, she simultaneously took part in two CityStudio projects! We caught up to hear about her experience… What are you studying, and what are your career aspirations? I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of […]
On February 28th, students from Laurie Prange Martin’s Managing Change class had a chance to explore a core part of the city in support of their project research. They heard from Justin Hall, Manager of Public Realm Infrastructure, about the city’s efforts to collaborate with key health and safety stakeholders […]
As someone who already studied in several countries, I can say that CityStudio North Vancouver creates a very unique experience for students by bringing together theoretical and practical aspects of learning. My first touchpoint with CityStudio was in the Fall semester 2019 during my Master’s Degree and Graduate Diploma in […]
On February 6th, students from Sandra Seekins’ AHIS 330 (Art and Trauma) class braved the rain to discover four pieces of public art in North Vancouver. Led by Lori Phillips, Public Art Officer for the North Vancouver Recreation and Culture Commission, this field trip was an opportunity for the class […]
We are excited to be embarking on our second term of CityStudio North Vancouver! The initiative has already grown: we have eight classes participating (twice as many as last term!) involving eight faculty members and eight municipal staff and partners. We are reaching six different departments in four of Capilano […]
On December 5th 2019, we held our first Hubbub at North Vancouver City Hall. It was a fantastic showcase of student work from our first cohort of students. Imagine walking into City Hall on an average Thursday morning; something feels a little different. There’s excitement in the air and you […]
What does it take to create and maintain effective private / public partnerships? The City of North Vancouver’s Parklet program is an example of how local businesses and the municipality can work together to create community spaces. After several prototypes, the City is exploring possible directions for the future of […]
As the end of term draws near, our first CityStudio students are diving deeper into their projects and sparking some innovative ideas. To support this process, instructors and staff partners have arranged field trips into the city. We are thrilled to see this unfold, as inviting students out into the […]
Our first ever HUBBUB at North Vancouver City Hall will take place on December 5th 2019. HUBBUB is a celebratory showcase during which students, City staff, elected officials and university faculty members connect and learn about each-other’s work. The most innovative and exciting projects from each class will be displayed, and visitors will […]
On September 13th 2019, Laurie Prange Martin’s Industrial Relations class (BADM 303) were joined by two visitors: Karen Pighin (Community Arts and Culture Animator and North Vancouver Recreation and Culture) and Adele Therias (CityStudio North Van Project Lead). After hearing from Adele about the CityStudio model, the upcoming HUBBUB project […]
Academic Initiatives and Planning is excited to welcome Adele Therias to Capilano University as the City Studio North Vancouver Project Lead. Adele completed her Bachelor of Arts in Geography at the University of British Columbia in the Environment and Sustainability Stream and minored in Urban Studies. As a student, Adele […]