VIU Blog

Current Students

Chelsey Watts stands amongst bushes and trees holding a bird.

Preserving nature’s music for future generations

By Rachel Stern
Chelsey Watts researches local bird species
A group of graduates smile and listen to speeches

VIU Student Pulse News: June 14, 2024

Hilltop hikes & bookish support: A summer tale
Chiara Sedola standing in front of a bookshelf and smiling at the camera

Liberal Studies student takes research to international conference

By Eric Zimmer
Chiara Sedola presented her work in Washington, DC.
Mostafa Mohensi with his arms crossed and looking at the camera

How can English as a Second Language training help you meet your career goals?

By Eric Zimmer
Mostafa Mohseni and Violeta Bermudez share their stories
Philip Lawton leaning on railing and looking at the camera

Finding his career path with VIU’s ABE program

By Eric Zimmer
Philip Lawton’s goal is to become a dental hygienist
Tyson holds up his Ma Murray award

Alum wins coveted Ma Murray award for feature writing

Tyson Whitney’s feature series for the North Island’s ongoing hospital closures picked up the gold medal this year.
A girl holds a bird in her hands

VIU Student Pulse News: May 29, 2024

Tips for a productive Summer Semester
Split photo of Logan on the right and Esther on the left

Taking their skills to the national stage

By Eric Zimmer
VIU students Logan Cursley and Esther Popma will compete in Quebec City
Amy Mattes holds up a copy of her book, Late September.

Amy Mattes’ debut novel explores love and identity

By Rachel Stern
VIU Creative Writing student publishes first novel