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Webcast links global community to VIU convocation

Soumaya El Boukhari of Morocco picks up her convocation regalia at the VIU bookstore. She receives a Master of Business Administration degree on Friday.

Family and friends around the world will be able to watch as close to 200 Vancouver Island University students receive degrees at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo on Thursday and Friday afternoon.

“We had a very positive response when we provided a live webcast of convocation ceremonies for the first time last June,” said VIU President Ralph Nilson. “We have students from close to 70 countries at VIU. The webcast is a wonderful way to bring convocation to friends and family all over the world who cannot attend the celebrations in person.”

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The State of the University 2010/11

This report takes a look into the depth and breadth of some of the research and activities conducted at Vancouver Island University during the 2010 – 2011 academic year.
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Events

FREE Grocery Shuttle

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 to Wednesday, April 25, 2012

The Wednesday shuttle will now be going to Save On Foods in Terminal Park Mall, which has Man Lee Oriental Foods, Dollarama, Nesvogs Meats and Cobs Breads, to name a few. Space is limited to 24 people, sign up!

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FREE Grocery Shuttle

Sunday, October 16, 2011 to Sunday, April 15, 2012

FREE Shuttle Service to Nanaimo North Town Centre You asked, Reslife listened! Two Free shuttle running every Sunday afternoon to NNTC. Students have the opportunity to shop at Fairway Market for groceries, London Drugs, Zellers, Target, Best Buy and more!If you want to stay past the allotted time to take in a movie or hang out, you will be responsible for finding your own transportation home. First Run - leaves Residence at 1pm sharp, returns by 2:30pm Second Run - leaves Residence at 3pm sharp, returns by 4:30pm If interest is high we may add a third run, but I will let you know right away

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FREE Grocery SHuttle

Sunday, October 16, 2011 to Sunday, April 15, 2012

FREE Shuttle Service to Nanaimo North Town Centre You asked, Reslife listened! Two Free shuttle running every Sunday afternoon to NNTC. Students have the opportunity to shop at Fairway Market for groceries, London Drugs, Zellers, Target, Best Buy and more!If you want to stay past the allotted time to take in a movie or hang out, you will be responsible for finding your own transportation home. First Run - leaves Residence at 1pm sharp, returns by 2:30pm Second Run - leaves Residence at 3pm sharp, returns by 4:30pm If interest is high we may add a third run, but I will let you know right away

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Open Mic Nights

Thursday, November 03, 2011 to Thursday, April 12, 2012

Open Mic Night happens every Thursday night during the Fall and Spring semesters. Come to listen, or come to play! Everyone is welcome! Open Mic starts around 9pm, and goes until midnight. Must be at least 19 years of age and have 2 pieces of government issued ID.

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