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VIU invites public to free, all-ages community event

October 6, 2026 - 08:50am

New Online Learning Opportunity for VIU Employees

April 29, 2021 - 09:45pm

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VIU Faculty Take Popular Extreme Science Show Online

April 12, 2021 - 12:30pm

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Alum of the Month: Chyanne Trenholm

April 9, 2021 - 05:15pm

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BioBlitz Event Provides a Snapshot of Plant and Animal Biodiversity

April 7, 2021 - 10:15am

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Alum of the Month: Cam Wipper

March 24, 2021 - 09:30am

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Accounting internship adds up to future business success

October 1, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

Emory Dettwiler turns her classroom knowledge into real-world experience

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13 unique VIU places to discover

September 13, 2022

An art gallery, high-end restaurant and fully equipped theatre are just some of the offerings

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How to deal with burnout

September 13, 2022 By Natasha Labenek

Tips for managing social, emotional and academic overwhelm

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A welcome note from Dr. Mike Quinn, VIU Provost

September 8, 2022

An introduction and reminder that you are not alone on your university journey

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Free stuff, academic supports & making new friends

August 31, 2022

Student Pulse News: August 31, 2022

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Introducing VIU’s new Career Studio

August 31, 2022 By Kashish Khanna

A one-stop solution for all your career needs

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Creating a literary connection for Indigenous kids

August 30, 2022 By Eric Zimmer

VIU Education student Samantha Beynon is now a published author

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Virtual Graduation Celebration 2020

July 7, 2020 - 11:45am

Improving access to quality, affordable child care in Nanaimo

June 25, 2020 - 01:15pm

VIU’s ongoing response to the Black Lives Matter movement and racism in our community

June 8, 2020 - 02:15pm

All-Gender Washroom Renovations to be Completed this Summer

June 8, 2020 - 05:15am

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