From ignoring safety signage, to trail conflicts, to how nature soothes the nervous system, VIU researchers have their hearts and minds in the great outdoors this month!
Dealing with trail conflicts
More education is needed to deal with conflicts on the trail systems in the Cowichan Valley, says VIU Professor Dr. Aggie Weighill. Weighill presented her research on the economic and social impacts of the region’s trails at a Cowichan Valley Regional District meeting on July 9. Read more on Vancouver Island Free Daily.
Outdoor spaces that calm you down
Have you ever wondered why your mind suddenly feels unburdened in the presence of trees? Outdoor spaces are scientifically proven to soothe the nervous system – and quickly. VIU Environmental Psychologist Dr. Lindsay McCunn explains for Outside Magazine.
Inspiring safer decisions
Why do people ignore giant warning signs? The BC Search and Rescue Association interviewed Dr. Farhad Moghimehfar, a VIU Recreation and Tourism Management Professor and the BC Regional Innovation Chair in Tourism and Sustainable Rural Development, on how search and rescue crews can use social psychology to get their message to stick with the public. Watch the webinar.
Story of Chinese immigration in BC
Retired VIU Professor Dr. Imogene Lim has contributed to A Seat at the Table, a travelling exhibit from the Chinese Canadian Museum that is currently hosted at the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan. It tells the story of Chinese immigration in BC. Learn more on BC Forest Discovery Centre’s Instagram.
Shell game
Dr. Timothy Green, VIU's Canada Research Chair in Shellfish Health and Genomics, shares his thoughts on creating oyster reefs to help restore shellfish populations in coastal waters. Read more in the Tri-City News.
Milner’s five-year plan
VIU's Milner Gardens & Woodland has launched a five-year strategic plan focused on growth, community engagement, Indigenous partnerships, enhanced learning opportunities and infrastructure improvements. Read more from the Parksville-Qualicum Beach News.
Firefighter camp
Parksville teen Makayla Bouletwill attend VIU starting this fall and hopes to pursue a career in athletic therapy. This summer she attended the Island Ignite camp in Victoria, which exposes young women to a career in firefighting and is run by current female firefighters. Check out the full story from the Parksville-Qualicum Beach News.
Memorial tourney honours VIU alum
The first annual Reid Davidson Memorial golf tourney aced its inaugural round at Fairwinds Golf Club in Nanoose Bay. The July 13 event was held in memory of Davidson, a 24-year-old soccer player and VIU grad who was killed in a crash in 2023. Read more in the Parksville-Qualicum Beach News.
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