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Why VIU?

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The Strategic Plan builds on our commitment to diverse learners and draws on our connection to the community.

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

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Discover how VIU's interdisciplinary research is making a real-world impact.

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End of semester party, research and exam prep 📖

April 6, 2022

VIU Student Pulse News: April 6, 2022

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Self-care, stressbusters and Light It Up VIU! 🎄

November 17, 2021

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VIU Student Pulse News: January 27, 2021

January 27, 2021

Mental health resources, career tips, student clubs & much more!

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The Long Night Against Procrastination 🍕

March 22, 2023

VIU Student Pulse News: March 22, 2023

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VIU Student Pulse News: December 1, 2021

December 2, 2021

Magic show, wellness breaks and your chance to win prizes 💰

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Student Pulse News: October 6, 2021

October 6, 2021

Therapy dogs, Halloween fun and research tips 😄

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VIU Student Pulse News: September 1, 2021

September 1, 2021

The official back-to-school edition 🍂

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VIU Student Pulse News: March 10, 2021

March 10, 2021

Info on our fall semester, financial literacy workshops, VIU Games and more

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VIU Student Pulse News: March 20, 2024

March 20, 2024

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