Indigenous students
Situated on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, VIU is fortunate to host a large number of Indigenous students. VIU provides a learning environment that is accessible, relevant for all learners, celebrates success, and acknowledges history and traditions.
Our Services for Aboriginal Students and Office of Indigenous Education and Engagement offer a range of programs, supports and services for students, employees and the wider community.
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VIU News
Indigenous speaker shares an urgent call to action for all Canadians
Acclaimed journalist and author Brandi Morin will deliver the keynote address at VIU’s Indigenous Speakers Series event on November 20. As a Survivor of the...
Explore climate change with VIU experts
VIU experts available November 14, 2024 COP 29 is the United Nations Climate Change Conference taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan until November 22, 2024. UN...
VIU researcher studying how to better people’s long-term ability to walk and run
Dr. Michael Asmussen is looking at ways to improve foot and ankle stabilization to increase performance and minimize injury. We use them every day, usually...
VIU News & Experts: November 6, 2024
Remembrance Day, US election, memory development 🧠 In this issue of VIU news & experts: Re-translating a classic war novel US election results Studying...
VIU Events
Nov
18
From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career Journey: Building Your On-Ramp to Success
Hello everyone!Join the Student Leadership Circle (SLC) for our next workshop: “From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career Journey: Building Your On-Ramp to…
Nov
19
Long Night Against Procrastination
Long Night Against Procrastination (LNAP) is your chance to make a serious dent in your final assignments. We recognize that student schedules are…
Nov
19
Culture Couch - Ecuador
Join us at our next Culture Couch to engage in cross-cultural understanding and learning. This week's session is focused on Ecuador. By attending, you…
Nov
19
VIU Engineering Transfer Programs Information Night
Meet with instructors and tour VIU’s Engineering facilities. Food and refreshments will be provided, and parents/families are welcome too!Join the session to…