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VIU news and experts for November 10, 2026

November 11, 2026 - 10:44am

20 Nanaimo-Ladysmith recipients of the King Charles III Medal

Retired VIU Anthropology Professor receives King Charles III Coronation Medal

February 4, 2025 - 10:45am

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Paul Watkins’ new book Soundin’ Canaan explores Black Canadian voices

January 29, 2025 - 03:15pm

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October 16, 2024

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The importance of knowing when to say yes and no

October 9, 2024 By Becky Duarte

Stepping out of your comfort zone – strategically

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From boilermaker to award-winning book author

October 9, 2024 By Eric Zimmer

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Milner Garden’s all-new Scarecrow Spectacular offers family-friendly fun

October 17, 2023 - 12:30pm

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VIU Theatre Department presents the dark parody Collateral Damage

October 13, 2023 - 11:45am

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