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Giving youth a voice in Canada’s AI policies

July 27, 2026 - 02:36pm

VIU Researcher Exploring Changing Attitudes Towards Childbirth

December 2, 2021 - 10:00am

Dr. Laura Gover

VIU Professor Researching Work-Life Balance of Employed Parents During Pandemic

November 26, 2021 - 03:15pm

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16 Days Campaign Calls on Community Members to Speak Up on Gender-Based Violence

November 24, 2021 - 03:45pm

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Alum of the Month: J’net Ayayqwayaksheelth

November 24, 2021 - 11:15am

VIU Baking Instructor Ken Harper displays the new exclusive VIU chocolate product, known as Spindle Whorl.

VIU Baking Program Launches Exclusive Signature Chocolate

November 18, 2021 - 11:00am

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The World-Record Holder Among Us

November 11, 2021 - 10:15pm

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Carpentry students build skills and community

July 29, 2026 By Neil Every

VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ students gain hands-on experience while helping build homes that will become part of the Tla’amin Nation community

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How are you doing, really?

January 25, 2023

VIU Student Pulse News: January 25, 2023

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Resolving roommate disputes

January 22, 2023 By Michael Witcomb

A guide to avoiding and repairing conflicts

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Welcome to VIU's Spring Semester! 📚

January 11, 2023

VIU Student Pulse: January 11, 2023

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Going viral with TikTok “body hacks”

January 11, 2023

Electrical student Mike de Vries has found his niche in short videos

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An award-winning work co-op with the BC Wildfire Service

January 4, 2023 By Eric Zimmer

VIU Tourism Management student Nadia Linning shares her experience

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What you need to know about VIU’s Accessibility Services

December 31, 2022 By Samantha Allan

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VIU Media Highlights: March 30 - April 12, 2021

April 12, 2021 - 11:30am

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VIU Students Presenting Research and Creative Activity during CREATE Conference

April 8, 2021 - 09:45am

VIU Professor Receives Province’s Medal of Good Citizenship

April 6, 2021 - 03:30pm

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VIU Media Highlights: March 16-29, 2021

March 29, 2021 - 07:30pm

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VIU Program Focuses on the Future of Food Security Through Aquaculture

March 24, 2021 - 02:15pm

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VIU Hosting Universities for an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Symposium

March 19, 2021 - 12:45pm

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