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Alumni spotlight on Laura Mercer

September 4, 2026 - 10:56am

Wine Country chef Bernard Casavant honoured with VIU's Distinguished Alumni Award

June 2, 2011 - 02:15am

Local hairdresser receives Malaspina’s first Distinguished Alumni Award

April 18, 2005 - 05:00pm

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Shining a light on child and youth care workers

September 15, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

VIU student creates awards ceremony to recognize the people behind the work

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13 unique spots to discover at VIU

September 21, 2021

An art gallery, high-end restaurant and fully equipped theatre are just some of the offerings

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Marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 20, 2021 By Office of Indigenous Education and Engagement

A resource list to build awareness, understanding and support

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Student Pulse News: September 15, 2021

September 15, 2021

Photo contest, outdoor concert, hot drinks in the quad 📷🎸☕

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Student Pulse News: September 9, 2021

September 9, 2021

Proof of vaccination, quiet study spaces, vaccine clinics & more 🍂

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Getting the BC Vaccine Card

September 9, 2021

Instructions for International/Out of Province Students

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The art of finishing two degrees during a pandemic

September 9, 2021 By Rachel Stern

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

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