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A snapshot of student life, academics and mental health at VIU

April 28, 2022

Sharing the Fall 2021 Student Success Survey results

Julia Blair WITT program

Finding her fit with VIU’s Women in Trades Training Program

July 27, 2021 By Eric Zimmer

Meet Julia Blair

Staying fit while staying home

May 28, 2020 By Kordell Bergen

Working out on a budget during COVID-19

Staying fit while staying home

April 30, 2020 By Kordell Bergen

Working out on a budget during COVID-19

Don't be afraid to fail

Don’t be afraid to fail

December 1, 2018 By Rae-Anne Guenther

VIU student shares tips on what to do if you want to switch programs, or are simply struggling with one class.

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VIU Student Pulse: May 4, 2022

May 4, 2022

Your semester start-up guide 📚

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VIU student news: December 11, 2024

December 11, 2024

The holiday break is almost here 🎄

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Finding balance in foot and ankle research

May 6, 2025 By Annette Lucas

Jakob Tortorelli is taking steps to a fulfilling career helping people stay on their feet

Brooks Gill, VIU Information Technology and Applied Systems program student

Safeguarding the digital world

April 29, 2025

VIU student aspires to become a cybersecurity expert

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