Trigger warning: Safety and security reminder following an incident on campus
December 8, 2023
Please note: this message addresses an incident of indecent exposure. Supports are available for students and employees. On the evening of December 6 on the Nanaimo campus, an unknown male on a bicycle exposed himself to a student. VIU is supporting the affected student and the RCMP has been notified. As the individual has not been located, we are sharing this information out of an abundance of... Read more
VIU Foundation’s Giving Tuesday campaign raises more than $350,000 for students in need
November 30, 2023
The campaign engaged with a record number of new donors. Vancouver Island University (VIU) students will have more access to scholarships, awards and bursaries following the university’s annual Giving Tuesday campaign. The campaign, which wrapped up on Tuesday, November 28, saw the community band together to support students, raising more than $350,000 for scholarships, bursaries, awards and... Read more
Vancouver Island University and the High School at VIU conclude partnership
November 29, 2023
The High School will close as of July 31, 2024. Vancouver Island University has made the difficult decision to end its financial and administrative support of The High School at VIU (THS), as part of its efforts to eliminate its deficit and return to balanced budgets. VIU is mandated by the province to provide post-secondary education, be fiscally responsible through balanced budgets and uphold... Read more
Audience members challenged to identify the play written by AI in VIU performance
November 28, 2023
What: Two Truths and an A.I. When: December 6-8, 12 to 1 pm Where: Mike Taugher Studio (Building 330, Room 109), Nanaimo campus Can you tell the difference between a play written by a person and an AI? That’s the question audience members are asked during the interactive performance Two Truths and an A.I. The show is a collaboration between two classes led by VIU Creative Writing and Journalism... Read more
Milner Gardens & Woodland illuminated with thousands of lights this holiday season
November 27, 2023
Visitors can stroll through the dazzling lights during Milner Christmas Magic. Make memories with family and friends this holiday season during Milner Christmas Magic – the annual festive light display. “We’re heartened by the fact that this event has become a staple in so many families’ holiday traditions, so we are pleased to be bringing it back with more lights than ever before. If visiting... Read more
VIU students showcase innovative seafood creations during Urchin Tank
November 20, 2023
What: Urchin Tank – Seaweed Challenge When: Friday, November 24, 5 to 7:30 pm Where: VIU’s Malaspina Theatre (Building 310), Nanaimo campus Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Urchin Tank is back this fall with five new student teams competing to see who has created the best fermented seaweed product. Urchin Tank is a Dragons’ Den-style show where students pitch their products to a panel of... Read more
VIU News & Experts: November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
The war in Ukraine, Reconciliation Generation and more In this issue of VIU News & Experts: Riley Yesno is VIU's 2023 keynote at the Indigenous Speakers Series Model UN addresses the war in Ukraine Giving Tuesday helps students achieve their dreams Featured experts Riley Yesno on the "Reconciliation Generation" “We grew up with land acknowledgements and orange shirts and all these things... Read more
Indigenous speaker elevates the voices of the “Reconciliation Generation”
November 15, 2023
Riley Yesno will deliver the keynote address at VIU’s Indigenous Speakers Series event on November 22. Riley Yesno is part of a generation of Indigenous youth who have grown up with the term reconciliation occupying an ever-increasing share of Canada’s national dialogue. The queer Anishinaabe scholar, writer and commentator from Eabametoong First Nation has spent a great deal of time thinking... Read more
VIU Giving Tuesday campaign helps students reach for their dreams
November 14, 2023
University’s tenth annual campaign runs from November 14 to 28, 2023. When Vancouver Island University (VIU) student Sarah McClelland faced some unexpected living expenses last fall, she thought she would have to put her education on hold. The Bachelor of Education student went to the Financial Aid and Awards team to explore options. That’s when she learned about the VIU Access Fund, which... Read more
President's message on the crisis in the Middle East
November 6, 2023
This week marks the start of WorldVIU Days, an event for our entire campus to celebrate the diversity of cultures and traditions at VIU. Indeed, WorldVIU days comes at a time when our world feels incredibly divided. I want to recognize that global events impact our community and that differing viewpoints in a small, connected community like ours can create feelings of tension and division. Many... Read more