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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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New farming courses provide science-based and practical learning

August 19, 2024 - 03:30pm

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Alum of the Month: Yevgeniya (Jane) Lytvynenko

August 13, 2024 - 05:45pm

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VIU News & Experts

July 24, 2024 - 01:15pm

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Enhancing food sovereignty and security for Indigenous communities

July 23, 2024 - 12:00pm

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Researcher looking for participants for brain injury study

July 22, 2024 - 03:45pm

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Oyster breeding research aims to address the deadly effects of ocean acidification

July 22, 2024 - 02:30am

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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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Saving an endangered Nanaimo flower

July 12, 2024 By Rachel Stern

VIU Biology student studying rare flower only found in Nanaimo area

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Re-creating a unique taste from ancient times

July 10, 2024 By Eric Zimmer

Halle Walle shares her story

Computer Science student develops digital dashboard for BC music festival

July 10, 2024

Zeke Critchlow discovers a passion for programming at VIU

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Finding her path with a career in recreation

July 9, 2024 By Eric Zimmer

Victoria Koutstaal shares her story

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Cooking up success

July 7, 2024

From Classroom to Career: Shannah Pogline

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Life is more fun with purpose

July 4, 2024

From classroom to career: Brian Yin

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Statement in support of LGBTQ2S+ students, staff and families

September 20, 2023 - 08:45am

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September 19, 2023 - 03:00pm

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VIU welcomes new Dean of Arts and Humanities

August 28, 2023 - 01:00pm

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VIU News & Experts: August 28, 2023

August 28, 2023 - 11:45am

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VIU supports newcomers to Canada pursue trades careers

August 11, 2023 - 10:45am

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VIU welcomes new dean of management

July 18, 2023 - 03:30pm

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