Vancouver Island University launches new Japanese cooking skills certification
November 4, 2022
VIU is the only Canadian institution offering the specialized certification, which will be embedded into existing Red Seal culinary programs. Avi Sternberg still remembers the moment he entered a Japanese restaurant 20 years ago and was “awestruck by the movements” of the sushi chef working inside at the time. “It was almost like a dance,” said the VIU Culinary Arts instructor. Now, Sternberg is... Read more
Student-made TARDIS connects international students and Canadians
October 31, 2022
By Aly Winks, Internal Communication Specialist In Enrique Chacon’s experience, the most common complaint from international students is not about their educational experience, or the cold Canadian weather, it’s about getting a chance to meet and become friends with Canadians. At VIU, he is an Educational Advisor in International Student Services. No matter the post-secondary institution, this is... Read more
VIU connects with local and global community at WorldVIU Days
October 25, 2022
What: WorldVIU Days When: October 31 to November 4, 2022 Where: See photo opportunity schedule below An annual, multi-day event that explores how culture influences the way people make sense of the world is returning to Vancouver Island University (VIU) this month. Taking place from October 31 to November 4, WorldVIU Days celebrates diversity in all its facets and brings people together to find... Read more
VIU launches new educational technology partnership in the Caribbean
September 26, 2022
VIU and Canadian partner institutions will help six Caribbean nations expand capacity in online learning. Vancouver Island University (VIU) is helping Caribbean institutions develop and expand capacity in online learning. The new $480,000 international cooperation project, delivered in partnership with Durham College and Humber College, will grow the capacity of institutions in Belize, Jamaica,... Read more
VIU welcomes three new refugee students
September 14, 2022
The students are pursuing their degrees here after arriving from refugee camps in Uganda. Growing up in war-torn Somalia, Hanan Ali Abdi still remembers the moment her life changed forever and set her on a course to becoming a Vancouver Island University (VIU) student this year. The moment happened amidst the regular deluge of violence, bombings, kidnappings and raids when an explosion rocked... Read more
In Photos: VIU Horticulture program helps grow connections with Belize
August 22, 2022
Belizean partners come to Nanaimo to work on curriculum together Vancouver Island University (VIU) is helping Belizean institutions develop programs that teach students in agriculture and agroforestry programs how to mitigate and adapt to climate change. The university is leading an $825,000 institutional partnership under the Skills to Access the Green Economy (SAGE) program, which is... Read more
New initiative helps people gain admission into VIU programs
July 27, 2022
Students seeking pre-requisites for post-secondary programs that train them for specific, high-demand careers will now have unique supports. A new program for adult learners who need a little extra help to get into programs with certain pre-requisites is launching at Vancouver Island University (VIU) this September. Called Pathways, the program helps students interested in entering professional... Read more
VIU welcomes new Associate Vice-President, Indigenous Education and Engagement
July 26, 2022
Vancouver Island University (VIU) has appointed Marcia Turner as Associate Vice-President, Indigenous Education and Engagement. In this role, Turner will provide strategic leadership to guide the University in defining and implementing a vision for the interrelated commitments and practices of Indigenization, decolonization and reconciliation within the academy. Her work will be instrumental as... Read more
VIU ElderCollege offers both online and in-person courses for learners
July 26, 2022
Online learning opportunities for Vancouver Island University (VIU) ElderCollege students are here to stay. VIU ElderCollege offers learning opportunities for people who are 50 plus in the communities of Ladysmith to Bowser for courses held in person. During the early months of the pandemic the program pivoted to online classes, and moving forward, a range of both online and in-person classes... Read more
VIU part of BC plan to train, recruit more allied health professionals
July 19, 2022
British Columbians will soon benefit from as many as 322 more allied health professionals supporting their health-care needs as new training seats are added to public post-secondary institutions throughout BC, including at Vancouver Island University (VIU). The seats will include a new partnership between VIU and Selkirk College. “VIU is excited by this partnership and for us to be working... Read more