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From financial stress to full focus

February 11, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

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Finding freedom of expression through art

August 4, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Enigye "Happy" Amarkah's work will be part of an exhibit at RockVIU in September

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VIU Student Pulse News: July 28, 2021

July 28, 2021

We are looking forward to welcoming you to VIU this fall!

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Achieving excellence

July 27, 2021 By Rachel Stern

Meet this year’s recipient of VIU’s Governor General’s Academic Bronze Medal

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Finding her fit with VIU’s Women in Trades Training Program

July 27, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Meet Julia Blair

Monir Shahzeidi is this year's Governor General’s Academic Medal gold medal recipient

From accounting student to graduate researcher

July 26, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Monir Shahzeidi is this year’s recipient of VIU's Governor General’s Academic Gold Medal

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10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Campus Tour

July 25, 2021 By Amber Lease and Taps Shoko, VIU Student Ambassadors

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