Taking aim at cancer, supporting struggling students and Pamela Anderson endorses Milner Gardens: how VIU experts are making the news this week.
Taking aim at difficult-to-treat cancers
At Vancouver Island University, students are helping to build technology that takes a closer look inside cancer tumours than ever before with the goal of helping doctors more effectively treat the disease. Learn about the research and how students are getting involved in this National Post article.
VIU aims big to support struggling students
Josh & Jade from CFAX 1070 chatted with Richard Horbachewski, Executive Director of the VIU Foundation, about the university’s big new push — the Ripples of Change campaign. VIU’s trying to raise $2 million to help students who are hitting financial walls, especially with 2,400 students chasing just 1,467 awards this year. Richard breaks down why the need’s exploding and how donor dollars make a real difference. Listen to the CFAX segment.
Pamela Anderson wants to talk to you about Canada
Ladysmith resident Pamela Anderson recently shared a list of her favourite Canadian experiences and where to find them. Included on the list was VIU’s Milner Gardens and Woodland in Qualicum Beach! Read more in the Calgary Sun.
A tale of wit, courage and unspoken love
Sword fights, poetry and romance came to life this month as the VIU Theatre department produced Cyrano de Bergerac at the Malaspina Theatre, bringing Edmond Rostand’s classic story of wit, courage and unspoken love to the stage. Read more from the Nanaimo News Bulletin.
Women’s volleyball team brings home national hardware
The VIU Mariners women’s volleyball team captured the bronze medal at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association nationals, finishing the tournament with a strong 3–1 win over the Augustana Vikings. Read more from the Nanaimo News Bulletin. Earlier, Nanaimo News Now captured their third PACWEST gold medal in a row.
Spotlight on automotive training
A trades training program in the qathet region is helping students build job-ready skills. VIU’s automotive service technician foundation training combines classroom learning with hands-on experience. Read more from the Powell River Peak.
Basketball nationals come to Nanaimo
Ladysmith’s Ryan Bastian and the VIU Mariners men’s basketball team will compete for a national title as the CCAA championship tournament comes to Nanaimo this week. Read more from My Cowichan Valley Now.
Students get hands-on experiences with PreVIU Days
Vancouver Island University is giving prospective students a behind-the-scenes look at campus life through PreVIU Days, a free initiative offering opportunities to attend lectures, tour facilities and connect with professors. Read more from Nanaimo News Now.
Double gold at provincials for basketball teams
The VIU Mariners earned double gold at the PACWEST basketball provincials as both the men’s and women’s teams captured their respective championships. Read more from Nanaimo News Now.
Open Education Week at VIU
VIU Students’ Union hosted a free Open Textbook Fair at the Nanaimo campus, showcasing zero-cost learning materials and resources for students and faculty. Read more from CHLY.
Ripples of Change fundraising campaign launches
VIU has launched its Ripples of Change campaign to help students overcome financial barriers that often cause them to pause their studies or not attend post-secondary at all. Read more from My Cowichan Valley Now.
Safeguarding our salmon
VIU Chemistry Professor Erik Krogh and a group of researchers are tracking toxic chemicals from tire wear in stormwater that threaten salmon streams. By mapping hotspots, they aim to protect salmon and clean waterways before contamination spreads. Read more from CHEK News.
Exploring our connection with the natural world
A new collaborative art exhibit at VIU’s The View Gallery brings together the work of three local artists. Called Convergent, the exhibit explores Nanaimo’s ecology, history and our connection with the natural world. Read more from the Nanaimo News Bulletin.
VIU student going to world cooking competition
VIU Culinary Arts student Simon Martin is preparing to represent Canada at a global cooking competition as part of Team Canada this November in Luxemborg. Read more from Nanaimo News Now.
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