President Statement on University of Waterloo Violence
June 30, 2023
I am deeply saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred on the University of Waterloo campus. Our collective hearts and thoughts are with those who were directly or indirectly impacted by this deplorable incident. Let me be unequivocally clear: violence has no place within the academic community. Post-secondary institutions are to be sanctuaries of learning, growth, and exploration,... Read more
VIU News & Experts: June 22, 2023
June 22, 2023
#VIUGrad, new ways of learning to read and more On Thursday, June 22 and Friday, June 23, more than 1,200 Vancouver Island University graduates will cross the stage at the VIU gym (Building 190 on the Nanaimo campus) to receive their degrees, diplomas and certificates. Ceremony schedule: Thursday, June 22: 10 am and 2:30 pm Friday, June 23: 10 am and 2:30 pm Honorary degree recipients (Randle... Read more
VIU awards honorary degrees to local philanthropist and award-winning author
June 13, 2023
Masako Fukawa and Randle Jones will receive honorary degrees during VIU’s convocation ceremonies June 22 and 23. Vancouver Island University (VIU) will award two people who have had a significant impact both locally and nationally with honorary degrees during convocation ceremonies this June. Educator and anti-racism activist, Masako Fukawa, and businessman and philanthropist, Randle Jones,... Read more
VIU News & Experts: June 9, 2023
June 9, 2023
New "fast ferry" for Nanaimo, Oceans Day and more In this edition of VIU News & Experts: What a new downtown Vancouver to downtown Nanaimo ferry will mean for the region. Interest rate hikes and what they mean for home buyers/owners. World Oceans Day experts. VIU gets $1 million for innovative upgrading program. Please reach out to us with your requests for experts! We are happy to help. ... Read more
President's statement on the recent death of a VIU student
June 8, 2023
It is with deep sadness that I share the tragic news that one of our students passed away following an incident at Westwood Lake on Tuesday, June 7, 2023. On behalf of the University, I want to offer my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the student’s family, loved ones, their friends here at Vancouver Island University and abroad, and to everyone that knew and loved them. Our community... Read more
VIU receives funding to continue innovative upgrading program
June 5, 2023
The Pathways program helps students gain the pre-requisites they need to get into high-demand careers. More people are now able to acquire new or upgraded post-secondary skills or knowledge in English, math and science to meet their career goals through Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning Pathways at public post-secondary institutions, including Vancouver Island University (VIU... Read more
Vancouver Island University welcomes new CFO and Vice-President, Administration
May 31, 2023
Emily Huner has joined Vancouver Island University (VIU) as CFO and Vice-President, Administration. In this key role, Huner leads a portfolio that includes Enterprise Risk Management, Facilities and Ancillary Services, Financial Services, Information Technology and Strategic Initiatives. She is responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction and overall management in support of... Read more
VIU Foundation launches challenge to support students in need
May 30, 2023
Challenge aims to inspire a network of community support for students – and participants can win a day at the spa. Paying for university can be challenging. With record inflation driving up the cost of food, housing and transportation, the Vancouver Island University (VIU) Foundation recognizes that students are finding it harder than ever to make ends meet. That’s why the Foundation created the... Read more
The High School at VIU receives International Baccalaureate authorization
May 29, 2023
The school is the only International Baccalaureate program in Canada that is part of a university. A globally recognized secondary school diploma program is coming to The High School at Vancouver Island University (VIU). The school has now received International Baccalaureate (IB) authorization, an internationally recognized program that aims to prepare students for success at university. The... Read more
VIU News & Experts: May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023
In this edition of VIU News & Experts: VIU researcher investigating brain injuries as a result of domestic violence. New expert in foot and ankle stability joins VIU. World Oceans Day experts. VIU President and Provost talk research. Please reach out to us with your requests for experts! We are happy to help. Featured experts Researching brain injuries as a result of domestic violence... Read more