Renowned BC Poet Fred Wah Comes to VIU for Gustafson Lecture and Reading
October 18, 2017
The events, on October 25 and 26, are free and open to the public From rivers and creeks to the wide expanse of the Pacific Ocean, Fred Wah’s poetry is immersed in water. The BC poet, who is best known for founding the influential literary magazine TISH in the early 1960s, winning the Governor General’s Award for poetry in 1985 and a stint as Canada’s Parliamentary Poet Laureate in 2011; has... Read more
VIU Online Auction Supports Students
October 12, 2017
Bidding opens October 19 on more than two dozen prize packages Finding the money to pay for important things like textbooks, childcare and essential learning equipment like a laptop computer can be hard when you’re going to university. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Online Auction aims to help. Every year, local businesses donate prizes that people can bid on, with all proceeds going to... Read more
Red Seal Endorsement Now Available for VIU Hairdressing Students
October 11, 2017
The change means access to standardized training and the ability to have education apply across Canada Vancouver Island University (VIU) Hairdressing student Gabrielle Mayor loves everything about her chosen trade, from cutting and colouring hair to creating elaborate up-styles. It’s a creative trade where she’s always learning something new, constantly reading up on the latest trends to stay... Read more
VIU Welcomes New Dean of Social Sciences
October 4, 2017
Dr. Elizabeth Brimacombe ready to take on important academic leadership role with the University Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Dr. Elizabeth Brimacombe has accepted the role of Dean, Social Sciences. Brimacombe brings 25 years of experience in post-secondary education in BC and a strong background in research and administration to this key VIU role. “I am excited to... Read more
VIU Names New Dean of Education
September 27, 2017
Dr. David Paterson joins University in this key academic leadership role Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Dr. David Paterson has recently taken on the key role of Dean for the Faculty of Education. Reporting to the Provost and VP Academic, the Dean of Education provides academic leadership to ensure the highest quality of instruction and program delivery for VIU students... Read more
Innovative Learning Partnership for Indigenous Youth Launched at Vancouver Island University
September 20, 2017
In the spirit of reconciliation, a new learning partnership for Indigenous youth was announced today at Vancouver Island University (VIU). Building from the guidance of Elders and the aspirations of Indigenous youth, VIU will join Yukon College in a collaboration supported by the Rideau Hall Foundation and Mastercard Foundation that creates opportunities for Indigenous learners to be full... Read more
VIU Creating Conversations About Sexual Violence
September 8, 2017
Know More Campaign aims to raise awareness about consent and support services on VIU campuses and in the surrounding communities Having a conversation about sexual violence can be difficult, but Vancouver Island University (VIU) wants to encourage discussions and raise awareness about consent and support services. VIU recently launched the Know More Campaign which is geared particularly toward... Read more
Premier Horgan expands tuition waiver for former youth in care
September 6, 2017
Young people leaving foster care now will have access to free tuition at all 25 of British Columbia’s public post-secondary institutions, Premier John Horgan announced today. “We want youth in our care system to know we are looking out for them and that we believe in their potential. That’s why we are expanding access to post-secondary education for youth aging out of care so they can thrive,... Read more
VIU Welcomes New Dean of Management
August 18, 2017
Dr. Suzanne Flannigan joins University in key academic leadership role Nanaimo, BC: Vancouver Island University (VIU) is pleased to announce Dr. Suzanne Flannigan has accepted the role of Dean, Faculty of Management. Reporting to the Provost and VP Academic, Flannigan will perform key tasks such as orchestrating a strategic planning process for the Faculty. “I am delighted to join the Faculty... Read more
VIU Cowichan's Farm-to-Table Teaching Restaurant Now Open Year-Round
August 16, 2017
The Farm Table dining room at Providence Farm is a jewel in Cowichan Valley’s culinary crown Marie Seitcher is taking her passion for cooking to the next level with the help of a unique fine dining teaching kitchen run through Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Culinary Arts program. The 34-year-old from Songhese First Nation has spent the past six months learning at The Farm Table dining room... Read more