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International Student Newsletter
December 2009 edition
In this Issue
- Season's greetings
- Graphic design students display creative talents
- LIVE VIU camera, Facebook & YouTube channel
- Working in Canada
- University admissions
- Housing Options
- Contact Us
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topSeason's greetings
Another exciting year filled with accomplishment has come and gone at Vancouver Island University (VIU). As we look forward to another celebrated year, we take time to reflect on the many blessings that have been bestowed upon us.
The International Education team at VIU would like to wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season and a new year filled with love, happiness and success.
All Vancouver Island University (VIU) campuses will close on December 24 and re-open on January 4, 2010.
Graphic design students display creative talents
Creative juices were flowing in a graphic design class at Vancouver Island University during a unique marketing project initiated by VIU's International Education department.
Graphic design instructor Nancy Pagé asked students in her Imagery class to come up with innovative design ideas for products that could be used as giveaways to prospective international students. Read full story
VIU camera, Facebook & YouTube channel
To view images of VIU taken from various cameras on campus, visit the VIUcam page. Camera images are updated approximately every minute to give you virtually live feedback on weather, parking and other interesting activities & events on campus.
Check out VIU's YouTube channel to watch the over 20 videos that are currently posted.
Another way to stay informed is to join the Vancouver Island University (VIU) fan page on Facebook. The page is a great way to meet past, present and future VIU students, get the latest news and browse the campus life photos posted by other fans. Join VIU on Facebook today. If you are having any trouble with the page, email marco.qaqish@viu.ca
topWorking in Canada
As of recently , international students are able to obtain an open work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program, with no restrictions on the type of employment and no requirement for a job offer. In addition, the duration of the work permit has been extended to three years across the country. Previously, the program only allowed international students to work for one or two years, depending on location. Read more
topUniversity Admissions
Applications for admission can be downloaded (pdf) or completed online.
Here are some of the many program options to consider:
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences including Criminology, Economics, Psychology, History, Geography, Global Studies, Media Studies and much more.
- Business Administration including International Business, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing and other popular programs
- Sciences including Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Human Kinetics, Engineering and other in-demand specializations
Not what you're looking for? Have a look at the complete program list.
topHousing Options
VIU's student residences offer comfortable, convenient and cost-effective on-campus housing for students from all over the world.
Our residences are situated in a village-like environment near the heart of Malaspina's Nanaimo campus, close to classrooms, cafeterias and recreational facilities.
We believe that residence living is more than just a place to stay. Our goal is to enhance student's personal and academic growth through the development of a living and learning community. Space is limited so apply early to avoid disappointment.
Learn more about the various accommodation options available at VIU:
- Live in our modern on-campus residences
- Live with a Canadian family in homestay/peerstay
- Live off campus
topContact Us
Vancouver Island University
International Education
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo BC V9R 5S5
Canada
Email marco.qaqish@viu.ca
Tel 1.250.740.6316
Fax 1.250.740.6471
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