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Impacting others through supportive leadership

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From classroom to career: Olivia Wright

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VIU alum shares Indigenous-made films watch list

June 20, 2023 By J’net Ayayqwayaksheelth, Director of Indigenous Relations and Community Engagement, National Film Board of Canada

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Growing knowledge in VIU’s aquaponics greenhouse

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VIU awards honorary degree to acclaimed Canadian sculpture artist

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VIU awards honorary degree to Coast Salish Master Carver and Traditional Storyteller

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VIU awards honorary degree to respected philanthropist and businessman

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Vancouver Island University receives $2 million to educate future public service leaders

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VIU hosts conference on the environment and young people’s literature and culture

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