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A Conversation with Marie Wilson – 10 Years After the Truth and Reconciliation Commission

September 4, 2025 - 12:51pm

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VIU alum makes impact in community through media industry

September 10, 2025

From Classroom to Career: Caitlin Lundgren

VIU Student Pulse News: July 14, 2021

July 14, 2021

VIU orientation events, resources to help you prepare for fall now, funding deadlines and more 💬

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Beating the odds

July 6, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Meet VIU WEST graduate Lindsay Folland

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Catching up with this year’s recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Medal

July 5, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Meet VIU grad Liam Kenney

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EleV Interactive Learning Session

July 4, 2021

VIU Office of Indigenous Education & Engagement: Integrated Learning Series

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Integrated Learning Series: tun sy'u wén

July 4, 2021

A presentation by VIU's Office of Indigenous Education & Engagement

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VIU Student Pulse News: June 30, 2021

July 1, 2021

BC's Restart Plan, tips on paying for university and new student events 😃

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