VIU receives funding to continue innovative upgrading program
June 5, 2023
The Pathways program helps students gain the pre-requisites they need to get into high-demand careers. More people are now able to acquire new or upgraded post-secondary skills or knowledge in English, math and science to meet their career goals through Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning Pathways at public post-secondary institutions, including Vancouver Island University (VIU... Read more
Vancouver Island University welcomes new CFO and Vice-President, Administration
May 31, 2023
Emily Huner has joined Vancouver Island University (VIU) as CFO and Vice-President, Administration. In this key role, Huner leads a portfolio that includes Enterprise Risk Management, Facilities and Ancillary Services, Financial Services, Information Technology and Strategic Initiatives. She is responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction and overall management in support of... Read more
VIU Foundation launches challenge to support students in need
May 30, 2023
Challenge aims to inspire a network of community support for students – and participants can win a day at the spa. Paying for university can be challenging. With record inflation driving up the cost of food, housing and transportation, the Vancouver Island University (VIU) Foundation recognizes that students are finding it harder than ever to make ends meet. That’s why the Foundation created the... Read more
The High School at VIU receives International Baccalaureate authorization
May 29, 2023
The school is the only International Baccalaureate program in Canada that is part of a university. A globally recognized secondary school diploma program is coming to The High School at Vancouver Island University (VIU). The school has now received International Baccalaureate (IB) authorization, an internationally recognized program that aims to prepare students for success at university. The... Read more
VIU News & Experts: May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023
In this edition of VIU News & Experts: VIU researcher investigating brain injuries as a result of domestic violence. New expert in foot and ankle stability joins VIU. World Oceans Day experts. VIU President and Provost talk research. Please reach out to us with your requests for experts! We are happy to help. Featured experts Researching brain injuries as a result of domestic violence... Read more
VIU news & experts: May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023
From wildfires, to spring snowpacks and a new end-of-life doula course, we have several VIU professors ready to share their knowledge and expertise on timely issues in this week's editon of VIU News & Experts. Please reach out to us with requests for experts. Featured experts Supporting people through end of life VIU is launching one of Canada's first end-of-life doula courses. Social Work... Read more
VIU news & experts: April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023
Have you checked out the VIU Experts List yet? We are adding to it constantly. If you have any special requests for experts that you don't see there, let us know, we may be able to connect you. Featured experts Gardening season is upon us! Denise Winter is the Horticulture Coordinator for VIU's Milner Gardens & Woodland, a public garden in Qualicum Beach. Looking for someone to talk about... Read more
New Vancouver Island University Experts List highlights faculty insights and expertise
April 26, 2023
Access a wide range of expertise on the VIU Experts List. Vancouver Island University (VIU) researchers, faculty and staff are eager to share their expertise with your readers, listeners and viewers. VIU’s new Experts List is now available to help media provide context and a deeper understanding about issues and events locally and globally. The VIU Experts List is searchable by name, department... Read more
Portal magazine celebrates a garden of stories at Bowen Park
April 14, 2023
The magazine launches April 21 at the Bowen Park Auditorium from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) student-run annual literary magazine, Portal, celebrates the release of its largest and 32nd issue at a new venue – the Bowen Park Auditorium. VIU’s full-colour, 108-page literary magazine is on newsstands across the country in May. It launches in Nanaimo on April 21 at the... Read more
VIU News & Experts: April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023
The Communications and External Relations department is pleased to introduce the VIU Experts List. This searchable list will help you find experts for your stories and it will help our instructors and faculty share their expertise with the world. Each expert profile includes searchable expertise, fields and department categories, as well as a photo and contact info. Looking for expertise that’s... Read more