VIU's Cheryl Krasnick Warsh Elected As University's First Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
November 1, 2017
Distinction bestowed on scholars who have made exceptional contributions to their field Vancouver Island University (VIU) History Professor Dr. Cheryl Krasnick Warsh has been elected as the University’s first Fellow in the Academy of Arts and Humanities of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC). “I was absolutely thrilled and delighted. This is capping off a very long career,” said Warsh. Warsh was... Read more
VIU Brings Starbucks to Nanaimo Campus
October 30, 2017
Starbucks chosen because it best meets needs identified by VIU Community Vancouver Island University (VIU) students, staff and faculty at the Nanaimo Campus can get their coffee fix at the new Starbucks opening on Monday, October 30, 2017. VIU will be the operator of the licensed Starbucks, which will be open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm, and 9 am to 5 pm on weekends. Starbucks... Read more
New Director of Employee Relations Joins VIU
October 20, 2017
Patricia Elliott a welcome addition to the University community Nanaimo, BC: Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Patricia Elliott has accepted the role of Director of Employee Relations. Patricia brings many years of experience in employment and labour law to this key VIU role. Previously, she worked as a lawyer, with a focus in labour, employment and administrative law; as... Read more
Renowned BC Poet Fred Wah Comes to VIU for Gustafson Lecture and Reading
October 18, 2017
The events, on October 25 and 26, are free and open to the public From rivers and creeks to the wide expanse of the Pacific Ocean, Fred Wah’s poetry is immersed in water. The BC poet, who is best known for founding the influential literary magazine TISH in the early 1960s, winning the Governor General’s Award for poetry in 1985 and a stint as Canada’s Parliamentary Poet Laureate in 2011; has... Read more
VIU Online Auction Supports Students
October 12, 2017
Bidding opens October 19 on more than two dozen prize packages Finding the money to pay for important things like textbooks, childcare and essential learning equipment like a laptop computer can be hard when you’re going to university. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Online Auction aims to help. Every year, local businesses donate prizes that people can bid on, with all proceeds going to... Read more
Red Seal Endorsement Now Available for VIU Hairdressing Students
October 11, 2017
The change means access to standardized training and the ability to have education apply across Canada Vancouver Island University (VIU) Hairdressing student Gabrielle Mayor loves everything about her chosen trade, from cutting and colouring hair to creating elaborate up-styles. It’s a creative trade where she’s always learning something new, constantly reading up on the latest trends to stay... Read more
VIU Welcomes New Dean of Social Sciences
October 4, 2017
Dr. Elizabeth Brimacombe ready to take on important academic leadership role with the University Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Dr. Elizabeth Brimacombe has accepted the role of Dean, Social Sciences. Brimacombe brings 25 years of experience in post-secondary education in BC and a strong background in research and administration to this key VIU role. “I am excited to... Read more
VIU Names New Dean of Education
September 27, 2017
Dr. David Paterson joins University in this key academic leadership role Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Dr. David Paterson has recently taken on the key role of Dean for the Faculty of Education. Reporting to the Provost and VP Academic, the Dean of Education provides academic leadership to ensure the highest quality of instruction and program delivery for VIU students... Read more
Innovative Learning Partnership for Indigenous Youth Launched at Vancouver Island University
September 20, 2017
In the spirit of reconciliation, a new learning partnership for Indigenous youth was announced today at Vancouver Island University (VIU). Building from the guidance of Elders and the aspirations of Indigenous youth, VIU will join Yukon College in a collaboration supported by the Rideau Hall Foundation and Mastercard Foundation that creates opportunities for Indigenous learners to be full... Read more
VIU Creating Conversations About Sexual Violence
September 8, 2017
Know More Campaign aims to raise awareness about consent and support services on VIU campuses and in the surrounding communities Having a conversation about sexual violence can be difficult, but Vancouver Island University (VIU) wants to encourage discussions and raise awareness about consent and support services. VIU recently launched the Know More Campaign which is geared particularly toward... Read more