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Documentary filmmaker uncovers history of Chinese-Canadian war hero

May 16, 2025 - 12:23pm

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VIU welcomes three new refugee students

September 14, 2022 - 11:15am

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5 Questions with Whitney Wood

August 23, 2022 - 10:15am

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In Photos: VIU Horticulture program helps grow connections with Belize

August 22, 2022 - 01:15pm

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VIU researchers measure methane at Alberni Valley Landfill

August 17, 2022 - 12:00pm

5 Questions with Joy Gugeler

August 11, 2022 - 10:15am

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New initiative helps people gain admission into VIU programs

July 27, 2022 - 11:00am

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Studying climate change impacts in Senegal

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Students earn Queen Elizabeth scholarships for overseas research

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Memories from Malaysia

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My experience as a sustainability intern

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University lingo 101

September 5, 2023 By Samantha Allan

University jargon can sometimes seem like its own language

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Your VIU bucket list

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Living in student residences

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VIU Giving Tuesday campaign raises funds for students in need

November 17, 2022 - 01:00pm

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Graphic design students address sustainability by rethinking product packaging

November 16, 2022 - 10:30am

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VIU students pitch their seaweed products on Dragons’ Den-style show

November 9, 2022 - 03:45pm

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VIU expands awareness activities for free education savings grants

November 8, 2022 - 09:00am

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VIU and community partners remember local fallen armed forces members through video memorial

October 28, 2022 - 01:15pm

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VIU’s Theatre Department presents A Good Person

October 24, 2022 - 03:00pm

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