VIU in the News: Former VIU Dean Carol Matthews receives Order of BC
September 7, 2012
Longtime Nanaimo educator, community leader named to Order of British Columbia By Darrell Bellaart Nanaimo Daily News Nanaimo educator, writer and community leader Carol Matthews was given the province's highest honour this week. Matthews was named to the Order of British Columbia in a ceremony in Victoria Thursday. Each spring nominations are accepted for the order. Matthews was one of 14... Read more
VIU course on Modern Arabic Fiction promotes understanding and tolerance
August 24, 2012
English Professor Katharina Rout had little background in Arabic literature when she proposed it as the theme for a fourth-year Vancouver Island University comparative literature course. “Initially, I thought we needed a course on Modern Arabic Fiction because, collectively, we know too little about the Arab world and because Canadian students would benefit from the insights into Arab culture... Read more
VIU welcomes students/parents to “Rock the VIU” Aug. 30
August 24, 2012
Vancouver Island University is ready to welcome an impressive mix of new and returning students from all over Canada and around the world. VIU’s three campuses in Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River will welcome more than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students for the fall semester which begins Sept. 4. More than 700 of those students, new to VIU, will attend “Rock the VIU”, a day of... Read more
Retiring visual art professor creates kelp installation for Deep Bay Marine Field Station
August 16, 2012
Visual Art Professor Fran Benton was quick to volunteer her talents when she heard that staff at Vancouver Island University’s Deep Bay Marine Field Station were interested in additional aquatic-themed art for the new facility on the shores of Baynes Sound. “I’m retiring and I thought this would be a nice way to say thank you to the institution for treating me so nicely over the past 18 years,”... Read more
Liberal Studies program excites students
August 1, 2012
Students in the Comox Valley and other north Island areas can expand their minds, study ancient classics and earn a university degree close to home. Vancouver Island University, in partnership with North Island College (NIC), is offering upper-level Liberal Studies courses at NIC’s Comox Valley campus in September, and seats are available. “Students can take the classes at NIC’s Comox Valley... Read more
Single mom transforms life through education
July 27, 2012
Never give up hope – that’s a message Nanaimo resident Kyla Hanington wants to share with single parents struggling to make ends meet. Seven years ago, she traveled 5,000 kilometres from Maryland to Vancouver Island with two young kids in tow, $300 cash and all her possessions in a green suitcase. She had no job prospects and very little hope for the future. With sheer determination, Hanington... Read more
Genome BC Geneskool Camp comes to VIU July 23
July 23, 2012
High school students in grades nine to 12 are dusting off their best CSI techniques as Genome BC Geneskool Summer Camp sets up at Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus. This fun and interactive week-long science camp, which runs from July 23 to July 27, allows students to delve into hands-on activities and experience the world of forensics while having fun. “Students love the camp... Read more
Graphic design students win national awards
July 20, 2012
Trina M’Lot’s graphic design abilities netted the fourth-year Vancouver Island University student with an impressive list of accolades, including a national award and international award of merit. M’Lot, who graduates from VIU’s Graphic Design degree program next year, came up with a winning design for a vegetable seed package. Her design will be published in the November/December issue of... Read more
VIU Board of Governors adds congratulations to Chancellor Atleo on AFN election victory
July 19, 2012
Vancouver Island University Board of Governors congratulates VIU Chancellor Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, on his re-election as National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations. “VIU values the strong leadership of Chief Atleo and we appreciate that he is able to contribute his strong skills and talents to our university as well as the AFN,” said Board Chair Mike Brown. “Shawn’s commitment to education... Read more
VIU President Nilson congratulates Chancellor Atleo on re-election to lead AFN
July 18, 2012
Vancouver Island University President Ralph Nilson offered his congratulations to VIU Chancellor Shawn A-in-chut Atleo on being re-elected National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations. “We are very proud of Chief Atleo and the work he is doing to advance opportunities for First Nations in BC and across Canada, and in raising the profile of Canadian First Nations internationally” said Nilson... Read more