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VIU Giving Tuesday campaign aims to reduce financial barriers for students in need

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Thinking big adds up to sweet success for Baking student

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Gaining confidence and finding her crew

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International student finds dream job in Nanaimo

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A story of perseverance and hard work

May 30, 2023

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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

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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

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VIU and Community Partners Remember Local Fallen Soldiers through Video Memorial

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