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IIEA TalksThe Future of the UK-EU RelationshipA Keynote Address by Stephen Doughty, UK Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories
About the Speaker:
Stephen Doughty was appointed Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in July 2024. Mr Doughty was first elected as Welsh Labour and Co-operative Member of Parliament for Cardiff South and Penarth in November 2012. He studied at Lester B. Pearson UWC in Canada, Oxford University, and St Andrews University. He later worked for the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and for members of the then National Assembly for Wales. Mr Doughty spent a number...2025-07-0428 min
The Discovery PodOpportunity Spotlight: Pearson College UWC With Jason McBride, Head Of CollegePearson College UWC is more than an educational institution—it's a vibrant global community dedicated to fostering peace, sustainability, and opportunity through diversity.In this Opportunity Spotlight episode, host Christoph Clodius sits down with Jason McBride, Head of Pearson College UWC, to explore how this remarkable institution shapes young leaders from across the globe. Together, they discuss the vital role of the new Director of Advancement and External Relations in advancing the college's mission and amplifying its global reach.Discover what sets Pearson College UWC apart in international education as...2025-01-2318 min
Pearson PodcastStudent Spotlight | Nathaniel StuitIn this episode, we’re spotlighting a student whose achievements rival those of others. Hear from Nathaniel Stuit (YR 49/2024, Canada-PEI-BC), a graduating student who has immersed himself in numerous on- and off-campus initiatives and left an indelible mark on our community and his plans for the fall.2024-05-2923 min
Pearson PodcastReminiscing, Reflecting, and Recommending | Mark DutzHear from Mark Dutz (YR 4/1979, Canada-ON) how his recent visit to Pearson went, his favourite memories and advice for our students, including the Climate Action Leadership Diploma (CALD) cohort.2024-02-2814 min
Pearson PodcastGet To Know Our Faculty & Latest Course Offering | Dr. Jordan BolayHear from distinguished faculty member Dr. Jordan Bolay about his new study, which combines literature and performance to create a one-of-a-kind course offered right here at Pearson.2023-12-0114 min
Pearson PodcastStudent Spotlight | Alexa Campeau & Alicia YangIn this episode. Find out how two Montrealers, Alexa (YR 50/2025, Canada-QC) & Alicia (YR 49/2024, Canada-QC), ended up at our college and how they have been able to take advantage of what we offer, all while studying the CALD and IB Diploma programs respectively.2023-12-0119 min
Pearson PodcastEmpowering Indigenous Education | Fredy OxomLearn why Fredy Oxom’s (YR 32/2007, Guatemala) work to support education, particularly for Indigenous Mayan students, in his home country of Guatemala led to him being recognized as a Distinguished Alumni by his post-secondary alma mater.
To learn more, visit www.facebook.com/imackamolbe/ & https://chaptops.constantcontactsites.com/2023-10-3021 min
Pearson PodcastChecking in with Rebecca BeauchampWe were recently privileged to chat with Rebecca Beauchamp, Director of Indigenous Initiatives and Engagement, who discussed how Reconciliation in Action at a United World College supports big goals for individual student success.2023-10-3039 min
Pearson PodcastGet To Know our Sustainability Coordinator | Daniela LaraIn this episode, we sit down with our newest Sustainability Coordinator and Alumni Engagement Manager, Daniela Lara. We get to know her in her new roles, what UWC Day will look like and her plans for promoting sustainability on campus!2023-08-3110 min
Pearson PodcastPreviewing Our Incoming Year 50 Students | Melody MiuIn this episode, we catch up with outgoing Director of Admissions Melody Miu, who spoke about the upcoming Year 50s joining us in late August and what we can expect!2023-07-3022 min
Pearson PodcastA Spotlight on KULE & Geoffrey TindyebwaOur guest is Geoffrey Tindyebwa, retired faculty member and founder of KULE Foundation, who reflects on his 27 years of teaching at Pearson and shared the inspiring story behind KULE.
To learn more about KULE and to donate, visit: kulefoundation.com or contact director@kulefoundation.org2023-06-1229 min
Pearson PodcastStudent Spotlight | Stephanie GaoIn this stampede-themed episode, we caught up with Stephanie (YR 49/2024, Canada-AB) on why she jumped from the city to our campus and how being in the Young Canadians helped her transition to a student at Pearson.2023-06-1207 min
Pearson PodcastGlobal Affairs Speaker Series | Mayor Marianne AltoIn this episode, Pearson students and staff participated in a Global Affairs Speaker Series that featured guest speaker Marianne Alto, Mayor of Victoria. During the talk, she discussed her time spent at Pearson, including the challenges she faced along the way and advised our graduating students.
Please note, this episode was taken from a Zoom recording.2023-06-1216 min
Pearson PodcastPearson's Upcoming Prague Quadrennial Trip | Lucas OlscampIn this episode, we'll preview the upcoming Prague Quadrennial, which runs for ten days in mid-June. And this year, Visual Arts and Theatre Faculty member Lucas Olscamp and six of our students will participate!
To find out more and to donate, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/claw-x-pq-2023?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_content=undefined&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&utm_term=undefined2023-05-2911 min
Pearson PodcastInterview with the Mayor of Victoria | Marianne AltoIn this episode, we bring you an exclusive, in-depth interview with Pearson alumna and current Mayor of Victoria, Marianne Alto (YR 2/1977, Canada-AB). She talks about her time at Pearson and plans for the next few years as Mayor.2023-04-2727 min
Pearson PodcastPretty Delicate Talk | Allie McFarlandIn this episode, we spoke to the author and co-houseparent for QOL,EW residence, on her latest book, "Pretty Delicate".
WARNING: In the episode, we will be talking about eating disorders, which could be upsetting to some. Whether you’re listening in British Columbia or elsewhere, a place to learn more about this type of mental illness is healthlinkbc.ca. In many parts of the world, you can access similar online resources that can help explain and direct you toward supportive resources in your area.2023-04-2724 min
Pearson PodcastStudent Spotlight | Jeremiah KalekyeziIn this episode, we spoke to first-year student Jeremiah (Year 49/2024, Guyana), who talked to us about his experience with the Children and Adolescent Correspondents Network and life at Pearson.
To find out more, visit his latest written piece on Page 46 here: https://www.pearsoncollege.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/CORIA-Piece.pdf2023-03-2915 min
Pearson PodcastSustainability & Volunteerism Through Dentistry | Dr. Laurie HoustonOn International Women's Day, we want to highlight some of our incredible leaders who make Pearson a great place to learn. Check out what one of our incredible alumnae is doing in her community, including supporting our community through sustainability.2023-03-0817 min
Pearson PodcastStudent Spotlight | Beth StevensWe caught up with second-year student and young entrepreneur Beth (Year 48/2023, Canada-NB), who told us how she applied economics knowledge to create her bike light business and found out about the College.2023-02-2811 min
Inspirare32.díl s Irenou Beerovou-pearson college UWCVítejte při poslechu podcastu ze série Young friendly region. Hostem je Irena Beerová a povídáme si o možnostech projektu United world colleges, což je nestátní nezisková organizace zprostředkovávající část středoškolského studia v zahraničí. Jde o síť prestižních středních škol s unikátním vzdělávacím programem. Irena je dětská lékařka, v současné době bydlí v Neugersdorfu a má […]2023-02-2337 min
Chamber Chats with CEO, Bruce WilliamsPearson College UWC, learn why you should visit this amazing location in MetchosinPearson College is a world class school located in Greater Victoria. You’ve heard of it but probably don’t know much about it. Change that by enjoying this Chamber Chat with CEO Bruce Williams and Pearson’s President and Head of College Craig Davis2023-02-0222 min
Pearson PodcastGlobal Affairs Speaker Series | Dr. Bonnie HenryIn this episode, Pearson students and staff participated in a Global Affairs Speaker Series that featured guest speaker Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer for British Columbia.
During the presentation, Dr. Henry discussed her challenges in her public health leadership role during the pandemic and participated in a Q&A with the audience.
Please note, this episode was taken from a Zoom recording.2023-01-311h 16
Pearson PodcastGet To Know Our CALD Instructor | Dr. Deb MorrisonIn this episode, we chat with Dr. Deb Morrison, one of the instructors of the Climate Action Leadership Program. She talks about her role, setting up the program and what activities the students have done so far.
To learn more about CALD, visit www.pearsoncollege.ca/student-experi…ate/ibcp-cald/2023-01-3111 min
Pearson PodcastGet to Know Dr. Spencer Fowler | Deputy Head & Vice President Education and LearningAs the second part of our video interview, we are pleased to bring you a chat with the Deputy Head & Vice President Education and Learning, Dr. Spencer Fowler and find out what it was like to transition from being a hockey player to relocating to our campus.2022-12-1313 min
Pearson PodcastGet To Know the CALD Program | Emily CoolidgeOur guest is Emily Coolidge, Director of the Climate Action Leadership Program. She explains what CALD is all about, as well as how it differs from the IB Diploma.
To learn more about CALD, visit: https://www.pearsoncollege.ca/student-experience/international-baccalaureate/ibcp-cald/2022-09-1408 min
Going Places - Vreau Sa Studiez in AmericaUWC: liceul din Canada care a ajutat-o să intre la University of Chicago w/Sara RomanȚi-ar plăcea să ai parte de o experiență diferită în ultimii ani de liceu? Ți-ai dorit întotdeauna să pleci la un boarding school însă situația financiară nu ți-a permis? Dacă dai PLAY, vei avea șansa să afli cum Sara Roman a obținut o bursă integrala in cadrul UWC (United World College) la Pearson College în Canada. Dacă încă nu te-am făcut curios, este timpul să afli că Sara este in prezent studentă la UChicago și ne povestește nu doar despre parcursul ei la universitate, ci și despre procesul de aplicare și motivele pentru care crede că a fost aleasă. Tot ce tr...2021-03-1838 min
Teachin' Books1.16 Interview with Jordan Bolay / Dungeons and DragonsIt's heeeeeere! I'm so excited to share this Teachin' Books episode on Dungeons and Dragons, featuring Dr. Jordan Bolay, who is an instructor of English at Pearson College UWC.Even if you're not a DnD player, I think you'll like our chat! We get into: DnD as an experiential learning practice, and as a text to be studied in literature classes (plus, as a language-learning tool); games and play in the classroom; and roleplay as a method to teach issues around ethics, empathy, and ecological justice. And if you're an instructor who is interested in u...2021-03-161h 04
Peer PodcastA Million Ways to GrowFrom UWC Pearson College to Yale-NUS, perjalanan Hana @hanabilaf menempuh pendidikan di luar negeri tentunya sangatlah luar biasa. Dengan banyaknya jalan dan cara untuk tumbuh, Peers bisa nih dengerin what kak Hana has to say dan tips bermanfaatnya. Wanna know more about her journey?2021-02-1954 min
OPGrooverHotValentine - UWC Radio 13FebListen back! Recording of my live internet broadcast on uwc-radio.com 8pm Thurs 13th. Feb
Hot & steamy beats for bass loving Valentines with drippingly deep house releases from @deepdowndirty-111649731 : )
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In 2nd hour - guest mix by @xyazminx full of gorgeously rich basslines. Thank-you so much, Yazmin : ) Follow her: instagram.com/ya.zmin_
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Check tracklist for all the amazing artists. Thank-you!
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1 Stanton Warriors - The One Feat. Laura Steel (Extended) @stantonwarriors [@punksmusic]
2 Switch - I Still Love You (Stanton Warriors Remix) @stantonwarriors [@punksmusic]
3 Nada Deva - Deeper Love (Mafia Kiss Remix) @mafia-kiss [@punksmusic]
4 Mafia Kiss - Keep (Original...2020-02-131h 59
The Vanguard PodcastProviding ISR services on demand, an interview with Joseph Galimberti, PAL AerospaceIn this episode of Vanguard Radio, J. Richard Jones talks with Joseph Galimberti, Senior Vice President, Public Affairs of PAL Aerospace. PAL Aerospace is a diversified international aerospace and defence company headquartered in Canada. With over four decades of operations, PAL has continuously built on their experience to evolve into a global leader of airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions. Hear more about PAL Aerospace and some of their exciting capabilities within the aerospace field. Joseph shares of lessons and capabilities that PAL has that will be incorporated to provide in-service support for the F...2019-06-2815 min