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VIU researcher aims to improve hospital care for people who use substances

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VIU Queen Elizabeth Scholars Prepare for Global Internships

April 27, 2022 - 01:00pm

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New Program Prepares Next Generation of Climate Solution Global Leaders

April 21, 2022 - 06:30pm

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VIU Student Group Hosts Climate Change Symposium

April 14, 2022 - 11:15am

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April 6, 2022 - 08:30pm

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April 6, 2022 - 03:30pm

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April 5, 2022 - 11:45am

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From homesick to hopeful: Five things I’m grateful for after 3.5 years at VIU

July 2, 2026 By Becky Duarte

Becky Duarte reflects on a transformative university journey

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The art of balancing school, work and life

May 24, 2023

Meet valedictorian Ashley Sandhu

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Creating accessible computer science courses

May 24, 2023 By Rachel Stern

Amber Thomas shares her experience

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Tips to write a focused statement of purpose

May 20, 2023 By Anisha Das

Getting into grad school

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Hyena stalkings, how hummingbird brains work and meeting Royals

May 19, 2023

VIU’s President and Provost share their research journeys

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VIU Student Pulse News: May 17, 2023

May 17, 2023

Tips to pay for university 💰

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Taking classroom learning to community

May 17, 2023

Jane Dean shares her story

Statements & Announcements

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Speaker Series Highlights Innovative Research in the History of Gender and Health

November 9, 2021 - 01:45pm

Hireserve Has A New Look And Features

November 8, 2021 - 02:30pm

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Giving Tuesday at VIU Raises Funds for Students in Need

November 4, 2021 - 11:00am

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VIU Launches Five-Year Strategic Plan

November 3, 2021 - 10:15am

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Media Highlights: October 19 – November 1, 2021

November 1, 2021 - 12:45pm

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VIU and Community Partners Remember Local Fallen Soldiers through Video Memorial

November 1, 2021 - 12:45pm

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