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VIU researcher aims to improve hospital care for people who use substances

July 6, 2026 - 01:46pm

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Tackling the province’s pressing health challenges

September 22, 2025 - 04:35pm

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Vancouver Island University recognized as Moose Hide Campaign Ambassador Campus

September 18, 2025 - 04:23pm

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

September 4, 2025 - 12:51pm

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Safeguarding the next generation in the age of AI

September 4, 2025 - 10:07am

Getting to know you: Tim May

September 2, 2025 - 02:02pm

Alumni Spotlight on Danielle Hyde

August 22, 2025 - 09:30am

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From homesick to hopeful: Five things I’m grateful for after 3.5 years at VIU

July 2, 2026 By Becky Duarte

Becky Duarte reflects on a transformative university journey

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Finding my people – a cohort of design nerds

June 5, 2025 By Rachel Stern

Graphic Design student Ronin Harver shares his story

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MyVIU student news: June 4, 2025

June 4, 2025

Don't miss out on money for work experiences

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Forging caring connections to land and the vulnerable: Ash Marie Wood

June 3, 2025

Meet your 2025 valedictorians

Building connections and confidence: Aboh Ekoja

June 2, 2025

Meet your 2025 valedictorians

Nurturing a passion for literacy, art and creativity: Paige Pierce

May 30, 2025

Meet your 2025 valedictorians

A winding path to a degree that resonates: Bree Sinnott

May 29, 2025

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Update to the Community – Dismantlement of Encampment

August 18, 2024 - 06:00pm

Update to the community - notice of court order

August 15, 2024 - 03:30pm

Geoff Ball, Executive Director of Milner Gardens & Woodland, and Communities in Bloom Judges Leslie Cornell and Tina Liu look up at blossoms during the tour.

VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland competes in national competition

August 13, 2024 - 10:15am

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Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region opens outreach centre in Qualicum Beach

August 6, 2024 - 11:30am

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VIU Chancellor receives a Coronation Medal

July 24, 2024 - 09:00am

Update to the community July 15

July 15, 2024 - 04:00pm

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