EDUCATION GRAD EMBARKS ON ADVENTURE OVERSEAS
February 1, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – On Monday, Jan. 28, Jeff Saunders walked across the stage at Nanaimo’s Port Theatre to receive his hard-earned Bachelor of Education degree from Vancouver Island University . A day later, he was sitting on an airplane en route to his first teaching job in London, England. “I’m excited and nervous,” said the 23-year-old Nanaimo... Read more
VIU CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEK, FEB. 4-8
February 1, 2013
NANAIMO, BC: From February 4-8, VIU’s community and members of the public can get involved in a variety of interactive events and activities that will help them build a better understanding of our connection to the global community and explore how Canada and Canadians are making a difference around the world. It’s all part of International Development Week (IDW), an annual event spearheaded by... Read more
VANCOUVER ISLAND SHORT FILM FESTIVAL AT VIU FEB. 1 – 2
January 31, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2013 NANAIMO, BC - Local film expert Shirley Goldberg will be recognized for over 35 years of outstanding contributions to the Vancouver Island film community when she is presented with the first ever Film Paragon Award at the 8th annual Vancouver Island Short Film Festival on February 2. “Shirley Goldberg’s long-term devotion to our film community... Read more
WORKSHOP ON CAREGIVING FOR AGING LOVED ONES FEB. 2 - 3
January 31, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, January 28, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: Caring for an aging relative can be one of the most physically, emotionally and mentally challenging tasks in a person’s life, according to Nanaimo clinical counsellor Maureen Adkin. That’s why she wants to share her knowledge and experience with present and future caregivers at a two-day personal wellness course called “Caring for... Read more
CANADIAN ARTIST RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTOR OF LETTERS
January 29, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 29, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: Canadian artist Gordon Appelbe Smith feels “humbled” to receive an Honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Vancouver Island University. Smith, 94, received the special honor at VIU’s convocation ceremony at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo on Monday, January 28. “This is truly wonderful,” Smith said. In an address to graduates at the... Read more
VIU APPOINTS NEW DEAN, FACULTY OF CAREER AND ACADEMIC PREPARATION
January 29, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – Jean Maltesen has been appointed to the position of Dean, Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation (ACP). The faculty includes programs such as Adult Basic Education, Literacy and Adult Special Education as well as the Aboriginal University Bridging Program, University College Entrance Program and Tutor Training Program. Maltesen... Read more
HAZARDOUS TREES REMOVED FROM MILNER GARDENS
January 29, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, January 31, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – In early January, professional arborists safely removed 16 hazardous trees from VIU’s Milner Gardens & Woodlands. Some of the trees towered more than 160 feet high and were in danger of falling, posing a safety hazard for VIU students who study horticulture at the gardens, as well as to the thousands of visitors who come to the... Read more
VIU CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEK, FEB. 4-8
January 26, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, Jan. 28, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: From Feb. 4-8, VIU’s community and interested members of the public can get involved in a variety of interactive events and activities that will help them build a better understanding of our connection to the global community, and explore how Canada and Canadians are making a difference around the world. It’s all part of International... Read more
LEGENDARY CANADIAN ARTIST TO RECEIVE VIU HONORARY DOCTOR OF LETTERS DEGREE JAN. 28
January 24, 2013
VIU RELEASE/2013-06 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 24, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: Gordon Appelbe Smith, one of the most prominent and prolific artists working in Canada today, will receive an Honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Vancouver Island University at the 2013 Convocation at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo on January 28. “Throughout his career, Smith has maintained an active presence in the... Read more
VIU CO-OP STUDENTS RECOGNIZED WITH NEW AWARD
January 23, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – At a luncheon on January 24 in VIU’s Discovery Room, students from VIU’s Faculty of Management’s Hospitality Management and Recreation and Tourism Management programs, were recognized with one of VIU’s newest awards – the VIU Co-op Student of the Year Award. The award is the initiative of Lynda Robinson and Micki McCartney, VIU Co-... Read more