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Our donors fund over 2000 scholarships, awards, and bursaries each year.

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Beyond the postcard: Unpacking tourism’s impacts on resort municipalities

May 12, 2025 By Jenn McGarrigle

Grad student with impact: Flynn Saunderson

Living in student residences

August 24, 2023 By Samantha Allan

Advice for a smooth transition

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Your top questions about graduate school, answered

August 30, 2021 By Jenn McGarrigle

Is going to grad school worth it?

VIU Student Pulse News: May 19, 2021

May 19, 2021

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VIU Student Pulse News: May 31, 2023

May 31, 2023

Show your pride 🏳️‍🌈

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MyVIU student news June 18, 2025

June 18, 2025

VIU summer services and fun

VIU Student Pulse News: December 6, 2023

December 6, 2023

Exam prep and festive fun 🎄

Cheer on our VIU's Got Talent contenders! 🎤

January 22, 2025

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VIU Student Pulse News: February 7

February 7, 2024

Black History Month and Valentine's Day events ❤️

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