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Creating a literary connection for Indigenous kids

By Eric Zimmer
VIU Education student Samantha Beynon is now a published author
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Your input is needed on the Student Affairs Foundation Plan

Get entered into a draw for a $500 tuition credit!
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VIU Student Pulse: August 17, 2022

Your ultimate back-to-school guide 🎒
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Applying classroom learning in the workplace

By Rachel Stern
Madelaine Jones shares her co-operative education experience
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Making post-secondary an option for all

By Roberta Jenkins
New program helps students overcome barriers
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Inspired by the world around us: Ally Badger

Meet this year’s recipient of the Governor General’s Academic Silver Medal
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Get your tech road trip ready

By Tracey Terepocki, Manager of Information Security at VIU
Tips to stay secure while you roam away from home
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Unique First Nations Housing Manager program trains people for success

By Jenn McGarrigle
Three VIU alumni share their experiences
Russell Modeste

Finding his fit with VIU’s Indigenous Peoples in Trades Training Program

Russell Modeste is ready for the next step towards his dream career