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Alumni spotlight on Laura Mercer

September 4, 2026 - 10:56am

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VIU News & Experts: September 1, 2026

September 1, 2026 - 02:32pm

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VIU researcher studying how technology shapes young athletes’ development

September 1, 2026 - 11:24am

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August 20, 2026 - 11:18am

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Shining a light on child and youth care workers

September 15, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

VIU student creates awards ceremony to recognize the people behind the work

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Sharing knowledge and strengthening student success

September 14, 2026 By Eric Zimmer

Volunteer tutors help VIU students build confidence

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New student questions, answered

August 25, 2026

Answers to common questions about starting at Vancouver Island University

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Carpentry students build skills and community

July 29, 2026 By Neil Every

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From the President’s Desk: Welcome to the fall 2026 semester!

September 1, 2026 - 10:06am

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Appointment of VIU board chair and vice-chair

June 16, 2026 - 09:28am

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Honouring National Indigenous History Month at VIU

June 10, 2026 - 03:19pm

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From the Provost's desk: Board approval of faculty amalgamation

June 1, 2026 - 04:45pm

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From the President’s Desk: Celebrating Pride Month at VIU

May 29, 2026 - 09:32am

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From the president's desk: Leadership search update

May 25, 2026 - 12:09pm

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VIU in the News: June 26 to August 31, 2026

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