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From classroom to lab: PreVIU Days help students explore their future at VIU

March 5, 2026 - 09:16am

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VIU Métis Elder-In-Residence presented with King Charles III Coronation Medal

April 3, 2025 - 11:11am

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Helping youth navigate anxiety and depression

March 26, 2025 - 04:21pm

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Alumni Spotlight on George Anderson

March 26, 2025 - 09:34am

Alum spotlight on Shauna Andrews

March 18, 2025 - 04:29pm

From hairstylist to university

March 17, 2025 - 02:00pm

VIU Psychology student Cala Annala sitting at a desk with an open MacBook in front of her

Cybercrime’s hidden toll: How online scams impact mental health

March 10, 2025 - 12:15pm

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Got questions about university? Let’s talk VIU

March 5, 2026 By Francesca Paladino

We’re here to help you navigate your next step with confidence

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Unlock your study superpowers

April 12, 2025 By Samantha Letourneau, Peer-Supported Learning Coordinator

How peer-supported learning strategies can help you prep for exams

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Could a common tire chemical threaten fruit flies?

April 9, 2025 By Rachel Stern

Sarima Amadi investigates impact of tire toxins

Theatre without barriers

April 3, 2025 By Rachel Stern

Inclusive Theatre Collective prioritizes community and belonging

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MyVIU student news: April 2, 2025

April 2, 2025

End of semester supports ... and fun 📚

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What’s hitchhiking in a Vancouver Island bird of prey?

March 26, 2025 By Annette Lucas

Unravelling the parasite mystery in barred owls

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From mom to media studies student

March 21, 2025 By Becky Duarte

A single parent’s journey back to university

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Update to community June 11, 2024

June 11, 2024 - 06:00pm

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Community members share impactful stories during VIU’s Rainbow Project

June 11, 2024 - 01:00pm

Update to community June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024 - 01:00pm

Dialogue update to community

June 7, 2024 - 11:45am

Update to community May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024 - 03:45pm

Frances Ward holds up seaweed and text across the image reads, Send Kelp

Experience Frances Ward’s journey cultivating a kelp farm in the documentary Send Kelp!

May 31, 2024 - 01:30pm

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