VIU nursing students raise funds for Autism and ALS societies
November 30, 2010
Fourth-year nursing students at Vancouver Island University went above and beyond course requirements and raised $2,000 for local branches of the ALS Society of BC and the Autism Society of British Columbia. Alexandria Stuart, Nanaimo Branch Coordinator of the Autism Society of BC, said the donation will make a big difference to Nanaimo-area children and adults with autism and their families. ”... Read more
VIU celebrates 75-year tradition of excellence in education
November 26, 2010
Vancouver Island University President and Vice-Chancellor Ralph Nilson and Board Chair Mike Brown unveiled a history wall Thursday to mark the start of 75th anniversary celebrations at the institution. “This university, with close to 20,000 students and more than 2,300 employees, has roots dating back to 1936 when Jack Macready began training automotive students in a converted stable in Nanaimo... Read more
75th Anniversary Business Alumni Reunion
November 26, 2010
Since 1969 more than 2,000 people have graduated from the many business programs at Vancouver Island University (formerly Malaspina College and Malaspina University-College). The Business Alumni Association believes that’s cause to celebrate. On June 11, 2011, former students from the undergraduate business programs are invited to attend a reunion that coincides with Vancouver Island University'... Read more
Year of Science highlights bright prospects for students
November 25, 2010
Science students at Vancouver Island University are poised to tap into well-paying science-related jobs when they graduate. That’s the word from Ida Chong, Minister of Science and Universities and Minister of Regional Economic and Skills Development, who visited VIU’s Nanaimo campus this week to meet with biology and chemistry students and tell them about the provincial government’s Year of... Read more
End-of-semester music tradition continues
November 25, 2010
Vancouver Island University music students will showcase their talents at four end-of-semester concerts next week. Classical night takes place Monday, Nov. 29 featuring student soloists, Cantabile Chamber Choir, VIU Trombone Ensemble and special guests the Sinclair Singers. The Cantabile Chamber Choir, VIU College Singers and Jazz Choirs perform Tuesday, Nov. 30 during VIU Choir Night. Big... Read more
Art and Design students host annual sale Dec. 7
November 23, 2010
Where can you find original art – including paintings, prints, graphic designs on cards, posters, jewelry and more – at affordable prices? At Vancouver Island University’s Student Art & Design Sale which runs Dec. 7 from 10 am to 4 pm. “It’s a terrific bargain,” says Art professor Jane Cole. “Art pieces will range from around $25 to $500, so there’s something for everyone. And who knows,... Read more
Fashion show caps off International Week
November 19, 2010
Students, faculty and staff showed off the clothing of their homelands at a fashion show to cap off International Education Week at Vancouver Island University Friday. VIU celebrated the week with a series of learning opportunities, entertainment and Friday’s colourful multicultural festival. Canada joined more than 85 countries around the globe in the international celebration, said Audrey... Read more
Media Studies professor takes close look at invisibility
November 19, 2010
There is much more to invisibility than meets the eye. From Harry Potter’s magic cloak to the F-117 stealth aircraft, the public has had a long-standing fascination with the concept of invisibility. Media Studies department professor Ravindra Mohabeer explores a variety of concepts related to invisibility in a presentation at Vancouver Island University (VIU) on Friday Nov. 26, 10 to 11:30 am in... Read more
Festival of Trees celebrates holiday spirit
November 16, 2010
Families, seniors and the public are invited to get into the Christmas spirit during the 16th annual Festival of Trees which begins Friday at Vancouver Island University (VIU). More than 50 decorated trees have transformed VIU’s upper cafeteria at the Nanaimo campus into a colourful winter wonderland. The nine-day festival, with Canadian Tire as the presenting sponsor, starts Friday, Nov. 19 and... Read more
Fashion show highlights evolution of nursing uniforms
November 15, 2010
Active and retired nurses, faculty and students served as models at Vancouver Island University (VIU) for a presentation on the evolution of nursing attire Monday. The Nursing Uniform Fashion Show featured attire from a collection of 25 uniforms developed for the British Columbia History of Nursing Society by Sheila Rankin Zerr, adjunct professor of the UBC School of Nursing. This presentation... Read more