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Island Life 101: Totem poles, beach days and goats on the roof

February 18, 2026 By Chioma Azike

A beginner’s guide to mid-Island day trips

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Staying strong and keeping connected during COVID-19

July 22, 2020 By by Irlanda Gonzalez Price, AVP Student Affairs

Resources and supports to help you this summer

Virtual Field Trip: Wildlife Viewing at Home

July 12, 2020 By Pamela Murray

A Shoots with Roots adventure

Virtual Field Trip: Safe in the Intertidal

July 12, 2020 By Pamela Murray

A Shoots with Roots adventure

Living a healthy, happy online life

July 2, 2020 By Gregg Cormie

7 things to consider before you hit the share button

Virtual Field Trip: Kitchen Seed Hunt

July 2, 2020 By Pamela Murray

A Shoots with Roots adventure

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Coming together to recognize Indigenous graduates during COVID-19

June 28, 2020 By Jenn McGarrigle

Virtual event allows grads to celebrate with their friends, family and peers

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