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Love of schooling grew slowly for First Nations graduate

Mon, 16 Apr 2012
Lelaina Jules has always loved learning. It just took a while for her to warm up to education in a classroom setting.
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Writing Centre earns kudos at international conference

Tue, 22 Jun 2010
Vancouver Island University's Writing Centre gained international recognition at the European Writing Centres Association conference held in Paris in May. Addressing more than 140 delegates from 30 countries, keynote speaker Dr. Chris Anson described VIU's Centre as ?highly innovative? because it engages faculty tutors rather than peer tutors.
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Award-winning graduate grateful for strong connection to faculty

Wed, 16 Jun 2010
"She'll accomplish amazing things wherever she goes.
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Physics students test skills in bridge design

Thu, 06 May 2010
Vancouver Island University instructor Tom Leavitt knows how to make learning fun.
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VIU recognizes employees for long service

Thu, 21 Jan 2010
When Lynn Redford was a struggling student and single mom, her goal was to get educated, graduate, land a well-paying job and buy a red sports car.
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VIU supports multi-generational learning

Tue, 22 Dec 2009
For Irene Kopec, TJ Bickerton and Deb Bickerton, studying at Vancouver Island University is a family affair.
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Gift of education is always welcome

Wed, 09 Dec 2009
Just in case you haven't completed your Christmas shopping, there are dozens of continuing education courses at Vancouver Island University that make ideal gifts for everyone from budding birdwatchers to Broadway musical fans.
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University welcomes students of all ages

Thu, 05 Nov 2009
Peter Hills is finally getting a chance to attend university.
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