VIU News & Experts: January 24, 2024
January 24, 2024
Snowpacks and strikes: need an expert? 🗣️ In this issue of VIU news & experts: Snowpacks on Vancouver Island: what's in store this year? Vancouver transit strike: pressure at the expense of public opinion? Featured experts How are our snowpacks on Vancouver Island? The January 1 Snow Survey and Water Supply Bulletin reported provincial snowpacks are extremely low, averaging 56% of normal... Read more
VIU’s View Gallery presents bailey macabre exhibit in collaboration with the Nanaimo Arts Council
January 23, 2024
The exhibit is on display at VIU’s View Gallery until February 16. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) View Gallery is honoured to host ᐹᑭᒋᐦᒉᐤ" pâkicihew (she has swollen hands), an installation by Nanaimo-based artist bailey macabre, organized by the Nanaimo Arts Council and curated by Amber R. Morrison. A closing reception and artist talk is on February 15 from 5 to 7 pm at the gallery. The... Read more
VIU’s redesigned Jazz diploma prepares graduates for careers in different music genres
January 22, 2024
VIU’s Jazz diploma gives students the musical grounding to thrive in their industry. Vancouver Island University (VIU) has updated its Jazz diploma. The diploma immerses students in the life of a working musician. “From the moment you walk in the door, we treat you as a musician. You are a musician when you are in this program,” said Brent Jarvis, Chair of VIU’s Music department. The diploma... Read more
Friday, January 19: VIU Nanaimo campus re-opening for afternoon classes, all other campuses full-day closure
January 19, 2024
Friday, January 19, 2024: Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus is re-opening for afternoon classes beginning at 12 pm or later today (January 19, 2024). VIU’s Cowichan, tiwšɛmawtxʷ and Parksville campuses remain closed for the FULL DAY, with a return to regular business hours expected on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Milner Gardens & Woodland and Deep Bay Marine Field Station remain... Read more
Friday, January 19: CLOSED- Nanaimo campus for morning classes, all other campuses full day closure
January 19, 2024
Friday, January 19, 2024: Vancouver Island University's Nanaimo campus is closed for morning classes today (January 19) due to severe weather. VIU's Cowichan, tiwšɛmawtxʷ and Parksville campuses will be closed for the FULL DAY. Milner Gardens & Woodland and Deep Bay Marine Field Station remain closed to the public as scheduled. An update on afternoon classes for the Nanaimo campus will be... Read more
January 18: VIU campuses and locations closed for evening classes
January 18, 2024
Thursday January 18, 2024: All Vancouver Island University campuses and facilities are closed for evening classes tonight (January 18) due to severe weather. An update on operations for Friday, January 19, 2024, will be provided by 6:30 am tomorrow morning (January 19, 2024). Please note: Campus/facility closure days are regular workday/learning days unless the work/learning performed is on... Read more
Open: All VIU campuses and locations – January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 18: All Vancouver Island University campuses and locations are open. Please use caution when navigating our campuses and wear appropriate footwear for slippery conditions. Reminders about processes when campuses re-open after a snowfall Employees If your campus re-opens and you are unable to report to work or will be late to work because of ongoing inclement weather conditions and/or you... Read more
January 17: All VIU campuses and facilities closed for day
January 17, 2024
Update, 8:30 am: All VIU campuses and facilities are now closed for the rest of the day (January 17). The next update will be by 6:30 am tomorrow morning on whether campuses and facilities will re-open for tomorrow (January 18). Wednesday January 17, 2024: Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo, Cowichan, tiwšɛmawtxʷ, Parksville campuses, Milner Gardens and Deep Bay Marine Field Station are ... Read more
VIU News and Experts: December 19, 2023
December 19, 2023
Looking for last-minute story ideas before the holidays? We have a few ideas for you. In this issue: Sugar strike: will it ever end? Will there be enough electric vehicle techs in 2035? Becoming a chocolate "sommelier" Medical assistance in dying (MAID): a patient-oriented approach Can audiences sniff out a play performed by humans but written by AI? A reminder that VIU will be closed... Read more
VIU Theatre department presents A Christmas Carol, a live radio play
December 12, 2023
What: A Christmas Carol – Live Radio Play When: Sunday, December 17 at 7 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm Where: VIU’s Malaspina Theatre lobby (Building 310), Nanaimo campus Immerse yourself in the enchanting story of Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol as it comes to life at Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Malaspina Theatre. “Don’t miss this magical experience that will leave you with a... Read more