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Information technology students learn on state-of-the-art equipment

March 4, 2024

VIU received $100,000 from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills to install new labs. ­Students in Information Technology and Applied Systems programs at Vancouver Island University (VIU) now have access to the most current and up-to-date technology. BC’s Ministry of Post-... Read more


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Bringing to light the stories of trailblazing women

March 3, 2024

VIU Education grad Haley Healey writes books about boundary-pushing women A desire to share the stories of extraordinary historical women led VIU Education grad Haley Healey to become a published author in 2020. Four years later, the high school counsellor by day, author by night has published five... Read more


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Unravelling the mystery of “mommy brain”

March 1, 2024

VIU Psychology Professor Dr. Marla Morden is using innovative eye-tracking technology to conduct her research. Dr. Marla Morden, a Vancouver Island University (VIU) Psychology Professor, is researching the phenomenon commonly called “mommy brain” or “baby brain.” It is typically viewed as a time of... Read more


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VIU News & Experts: February 29, 2024

February 29, 2024

Need an expert for your story? 🗣️ In this issue of VIU news & experts:  International Women's Day experts Online harms bill commentary Helping newcomers to Canada learn English and French Disrupting cancer tumour growth Featured experts Experts for International Women's Day Dr. Whitney Wood... Read more




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