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8 award-winning VIU graduate students share their thoughts

November 19, 2025

Their work, what their award means to them and what they hope to do next

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Researching accessibility in urban design

March 12, 2021

Mark Gledhill, a Master of Community Planning student, shares his story.

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VIU Student Pulse News: March 10, 2021

March 10, 2021

Info on our fall semester, financial literacy workshops, VIU Games and more

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Virtual Field Trip: Signs of Spring

March 10, 2021 By Pamela Murray

A Shoots with Roots adventure

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Let's Explore the Sea Floor: Sea Urchins

March 9, 2021 By Olivia Alexander

Have you ever found a sea urchin shell along the beach?

University Scholars shed light on the need to broaden social work education

University Scholars Shed Light on the Need to Broaden Social Work Education

February 25, 2021 By Annette Lucas

VIU professor wants social work education to include more world views and local parenting models.

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VIU Student Pulse News: February 24, 2021

February 24, 2021

Course lists for summer session, job hunting advice, scholarships and tax help

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