VIU's Refrigeration Mechanic Program Takes Training to the Next Level
April 4, 2018
University brings Level 3 training to Island for the first time A new offering in Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic (RACM) program is saving students thousands of dollars in travel and living costs and leading to better job opportunities. The program, which trains students to install, service and troubleshoot all aspects of residential, commercial and... Read more
VIU Looks to Future with Balanced Budget in 2018/2019
March 23, 2018
With a consolidated balanced budget of $150.9 million, Vancouver Island University is well-positioned for growth in 2018/2019, and focused on supporting the six key objectives outlined in the University’s core institutional document – the Academic Plan: Promoting and Celebrating Access to Excellence. “The budget is a reflection of how VIU’s internal and external communities are ‘growing together... Read more
VIU Press Launches First Book
March 16, 2018
Adjunct Professor Michael A. von Hausen pens Small is Big, a guide to revitalizing small- and mid-size downtowns Vancouver Island University (VIU) Press celebrated an important milestone this week with the launch of its first book. This special honour goes to Small is Big: Making the Next Great Small to Mid-Size Downtowns by Michael A. von Hausen, a leading Canadian urban designer and planner and... Read more
Wildlife Concern on VIU's Nanaimo Campus
February 28, 2018
Over the past two weeks VIU’s Health and Safety department has been receiving reports about dead rabbits on the Nanaimo campus. The cause of death is unknown as no obvious signs of trauma have been found. As soon as VIU’s Health and Safety department became aware of the deaths, they immediately connected with VIU’s Resource Management Officer Technology faculty, and with the BC Wildlife Health... Read more
Statement from the President's Office re Human Rights Tribunal Matter
February 23, 2018
This is an update to my communication in November 2017 regarding a potential human rights complaint. The Human Rights Tribunal is being asked to determine whether or not female employees and students at the University were harassed by a specific student of VIU between 2015 and 2017. Today the Tribunal issued a procedural decision setting out the conditions for the proposed class complaint to... Read more
Statement from the President's Office re: Supporting Each Other on Our Road to Reconciliation
February 15, 2018
We are saddened by the recent court process and convey our deepest sympathies to the family of Colten Boushie, to the Indigenous community and to all Canadians who are negatively impacted. Our institutional community is committed to reconciliation including supporting our Indigenous students, faculty, staff and local communities now and in the weeks, months and years to come. At VIU, as stated... Read more
The Walrus Talks Leadership in Nanaimo on March 13
February 14, 2018
The Walrus Foundation and Vancouver Island University (VIU) are pleased to announce a special event exploring how our ideas and choices can shape the future of culture, reconciliation, economic development, and more. Tickets are now on sale for Vancouver Island University Presents The Walrus Talks Leadership. The event takes place on Tuesday, March 13 starting at 7 pm in VIU’s Malaspina Theatre (... Read more
VIU Honours Tireless Fighter for Human Rights with Honorary Degree
February 7, 2018
Dr. Jennifer Wade receives Doctor of Laws at February Convocation As long as she can remember, Dr. Jennifer Wade has had a deep sense of the importance of fairness. Starting back on the playground at school, she has been fighting for people who haven’t been able to make their voices heard. “I think it was my Scottish mother. She felt strongly about unfairness,” says Wade. “It was stressed to... Read more
VIU Encouraging Conversations About Wellness and Self-Care
January 25, 2018
Mariners basketball players asking fans to Make Some Noise for Mental Health Every one of us has ups and downs in our mental health and mental illness will affect all Canadians either directly or indirectly in their lifetime. They may experience mental illness themselves or have a family member, friend or colleague who struggles with it. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association,... Read more
Louise Mandell reappointed as VIU’s Chancellor
December 15, 2017
Louise Mandell, Q.C., has been reappointed as Vancouver Island University’s Chancellor, a role she says is close to her heart. “It is a great gift and responsibility to be given three more years as Chancellor,” said Mandell. “It’s a powerful experience being part of the VIU family. Here education goes beyond the mind – it touches the heart, and education is a force for change and innovation. I... Read more