Milner Garden’s all-new Scarecrow Spectacular offers family-friendly fun
October 17, 2023
What: Scarecrow Spectacular When: October 27 to 29, 11 am to 3 pm Where: VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodland Enjoy a day of family fun during Milner Gardens & Woodlands’ first annual Scarecrow Spectacular. “We wanted to bring the beauty of fall in the gardens to the forefront with an all-new visitor experience,” said Emily Weeks, Operations Coordinator for Milner Gardens. “Guests are in... Read more
VIU Theatre Department presents the dark parody Collateral Damage
October 13, 2023
What: Collateral Damage, VIU Theatre Department fall play When: October 19 to 21 and 26 to 28 Where: VIU’s Malaspina Theatre (Building 310), Nanaimo campus Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Theatre Department presents playwright Jackie Crossland’s Collateral Damage this fall. Collateral Damage explores and reimagines the ancient Greek myth of Medea. In the original myth, Medea’s husband... Read more
VIU hosting free, family-friendly fall festival
October 13, 2023
DiscoverFest at VIU takes place Saturday, October 21, 12 to 4 pm Spend a fall afternoon with your family and friends at Vancouver Island University (VIU) during DiscoverFest, a free, all-ages community festival. “We are excited to welcome everyone to our campus to create connections, showcase our programs and expertise, eat some good food and have fun,” said Gillian Robinson, VIU’s Strategic... Read more
Statement on the war in the Middle East
October 10, 2023
Vancouver Island University is deeply saddened by the outbreak of war in the Middle East and the tragic loss of lives in Israel and Palestine. We recognize these events are distressful and a cause for concern among members of our university community. Our thoughts are with those in our community with ties to the region. We encourage anyone who is feeling distressed directly or indirectly by this... Read more
VIU’s View Gallery hosts an exhibit featuring Nanaimo and mid-Island artists
October 10, 2023
The opening reception for OCTAD exhibit is Thursday, October 12 from 5 to 7 pm. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) View Gallery is excited to host OCTAD, Art and Community, an exhibit featuring exciting new artwork from eight Nanaimo and mid-Island-based artists. The exhibit runs from October 12 to December 8. An opening reception takes place Thursday, October 12, from 5 to 7 pm. Everyone is... Read more
VIU News & Experts: October 6, 2023
October 6, 2023
Grocery store prices, land stewardship and more 🌏 VIU is excited to introduce DiscoverFest, a new, free community event that includes live music, an artisan market, science demos, expert talks, campus tours, activities for kids and teens, food trucks, a beer garden and much more. DiscoverFest is for: Anyone interested in getting out and learning more about VIU Students exploring post-secondary... Read more
Vancouver Island University shares deficit mitigation plan
October 5, 2023
University expects to return to balanced budgets for the 2026-27 academic year Today, Vancouver Island University (VIU) shared a new Deficit Mitigation Plan that charts a path for the university to return to balanced annual budgets in three years while prioritizing its continued commitment to student learning. Like many other post-secondary institutions, VIU has not seen student enrolments... Read more
Province, First Nations and VIU announce new funding and training for Indigenous guardians protecting coastal lands and waters
October 4, 2023
Partnership between Nanwakolas Council nations and Vancouver Island Universityaddresses urgent need for more Indigenous Guardians across BC VICTORIA, B.C. (Oct. 4, 2023) - An agreement signed today by Nanwakolas Council and Vancouver Island University (VIU) and supported with funding from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, will provide new Indigenous Guardians with the... Read more
Vancouver Island University examining new models for continuing education
October 3, 2023
Support for ElderCollege partnership will conclude as of December 31, 2023 Following 30 successful years as a partner in ElderCollege, Vancouver Island University (VIU) is evaluating how to best provide continuing education that meets its mandate and the diverse needs of our communities, including seniors. As a result, VIU is suspending infrastructure, including facilities, accounting services,... Read more
Drag show offers a night of jaw-dropping and dazzling performances
September 29, 2023
What: Drag in the Theatre When: Wednesday, October 4, 8 to 10 pm Where: VIU’s Malaspina Theatre (Building 310), Nanaimo campus Experience a fabulous night of drag, live vocals and jaw-dropping performances during Drag in the Theatre. The show is presented by Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Positive Space Alliance and Vancouver-based drag queen and VIU alum Darrian Tolerance, Host, Performer... Read more