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A new level: VIU’s 2024-25 CCAA Academic All-Canadians

June 19, 2025 - 04:42pm

VIU Elders receive King Charles III Coronation Medals

November 28, 2024 - 03:30pm

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Choosing eco-friendly boat cleaners just got easier thanks to VIU researcher’s product database

November 27, 2024 - 02:30pm

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Creating holiday magic – volunteers bring cherished holiday tradition to life

November 26, 2024 - 11:15am

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VIU Giving Tuesday campaign creates pathways for students in need

November 25, 2024 - 02:15pm

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16 Days of Activism campaign honours differences and shared struggles

November 25, 2024 - 09:15am

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Alum of the Month: Stephen Hextall

November 20, 2024 - 12:30pm

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MyVIU student news June 18, 2025

June 18, 2025

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From classroom to creek: saving Nanaimo’s cutthroat trout

February 20, 2025 By Rachel Stern

Fisheries student Joe Clark is helping to protect local streams

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Get the support you need to succeed 📚

February 19, 2025

Student newsletter: February 19, 2025

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Tarah Dowling’s art captures the strength and resilience of Tuition Waiver students

February 10, 2025 By Rachel Stern

Art and audio blend to tell the story of kids growing up in foster care

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Help with job searches and events to de-stress 🧠

February 5, 2025

MyVIU student newsletter: February 5, 2025

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Black History Month at VIU

January 27, 2025

Film screening, open mic, book club and more planned throughout the month

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Juggling education and a young family

January 24, 2025 By Annette Lucas

How Rosalynn White is making her career goals happen

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Moving Forward: Strengthening our VIU community together

August 22, 2024 - 04:00pm

Update to the Community – Dismantlement of Encampment

August 18, 2024 - 06:00pm

Update to the community - notice of court order

August 15, 2024 - 03:30pm

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VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland competes in national competition

August 13, 2024 - 10:15am

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Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region opens outreach centre in Qualicum Beach

August 6, 2024 - 11:30am

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VIU Chancellor receives a Coronation Medal

July 24, 2024 - 09:00am

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