New Talent/Challenge Matching Program Aims to Solve Real-World Problems
VI Solutions, a partnership between VIU and Innovation Island, is a chance for students to solve problems and generate new ideas for Island employers.
A unique new program that aims to connect students directly with employers to solve problems and generate new ideas for growth is seeking organizations to partner with.
EleV Learning Partnership Continues to Grow
An innovative learning partnership headquartered at VIU is starting to take root. It’s been two years since EleV, a collaboration between VIU and Indigenous communities that is supported by the Mastercard Foundation, launched.
VIU Spotlight News in Brief
News happenings from the 2018-19 academic year at Vancouver Island University.
EleV Learning Partnership Continues to Grow
An innovative learning partnership headquartered at VIU is starting to take root. It’s been two years since EleV, a collaboration between VIU and Indigenous communities that is supported by the Mastercard Foundation, launched.
VIU Launches New Speaker Series with Renowned Expert on Democracy and Civil Society
How and why is citizenship critical to democracy and civil society? Does corporate citizenship exist? What rights and responsibilities should citizens have?
Dr. Philip Oxhorn, Dean of International Education at Vancouver Island University (VIU) will explore these questions and more in the inaugural Engaged Citizens Speaker Series talk on Wednesday, September 11.
Alum of the Month: Chris Bergen
Chris Bergen believes that anyone can excel when they are set up to succeed – a responsibility he says falls to the leader of a group or organization. Through his blog, he writes articles that help people “be the manager you wish you had” and inspire employees to reach their full potential.
Baking Alum Rise to the Challenge of Starting their own Companies
Three Vancouver Island University alumni open up about the trials and tribulations of starting their own businesses in Nanaimo.
Kara Shedden has always wanted to own her own ice cream shop, and now that her dream has come true, life is pretty sweet.
After graduating from Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Baking and Pastry Arts foundation program in 2016, she started her own business selling baked goods at the Island Roots Farmers’ Market; however, making ice cream was what she really wanted to do.
VIU Grad Pursues Planning Dreams with City of Nanaimo
After conducting research that took her around the world, Master of Community Planning alum Lainy Nowak is working as a Planning Assistant in the City of Nanaimo’s Community Development Department.
As a Planning Assistant with the City of Nanaimo, there is no such thing as a typical day for Lainy Nowak.
Nanaimo High School Wins Prestigious Pi Cup
Top math students in grades eight to 12 in the mid-Vancouver Island area competed in the annual BC Secondary School Math Contest held at VIU.
Two teams representing Dover Bay Secondary School in Nanaimo took home the coveted Pi Cup trophy in the 25th annual BC Secondary School Math Contest held at Vancouver Island University (VIU).
VIU Climate Change Symposium Focuses on Local Solutions
VIU student-led climate change symposium on Saturday, May 11 will spotlight sustainable energy solutions for Vancouver Island.
NANAIMO, BC: Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) student-led climate change initiative, Awareness of Climate Change through Education and Research (ACER), is hosting its sixth annual public symposium on Saturday, May 11.