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Valentina Chichiniova remembers being fascinated by the concept of the human psyche when she was introduced to it for the first time in a high school philosophy class.

“I wanted to learn more about what makes us human and informs our behaviour and struggles,” she recalls.

Welcome back to a new semester! The transition from the warmth of the holidays, being surrounded by close friends and family, to the routine of school, surrounded by books and assignments, can be tough. The new year opens before us, presenting a fresh chapter to write new stories. In times like these, it is important to prioritize mental wellness to allow yourself to grow, both academically and personally.

Now that the semester is off to a busy start (except for the snow interruptions last week), are you remembering to do things to support your mental health? There's a mental health check-up happening tomorrow in the Royal Arbutus Room. Drop by and learn more about stress reduction strategies.
 
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Are you moving to Nanaimo to attend Vancouver Island University? The sooner you start your search, the better, as rental accommodations can be in high demand in Nanaimo.

Welcome to the first Student Pulse edition of 2024! And welcome to our new students joining us! Last week, we welcomed new students at RockVIU orientation activities. Here's a photo from our international student orientation. 
 
In this issue:

As a student in VIU’s Child and Youth care program, Daniela Herrera says it’s important to learn about every area that may impact a child’s development. It’s why she believes the program’s second-year course, Trauma and Resiliency Across the Lifespan, is so crucial.

Making your way in the professional world involves more than just what you know. How you act and present yourself is just as important. At Vancouver Island University, a key focus is on preparing our students for the realities of the workplace. This includes the critical social skills needed to succeed in Canada’s unique business environment.

I went on the Northern Tourism in Practice graduate field course organized by the University of Arctic from October 30 to November 5, 2023. The course is a collaboration between seven partner universities:

Currently working as a nursing unit assistant at Summit Quadra Village in Victoria, VIU alum Jingjing Li says she loves her job as a “communications link” in the medical field. But there was a time when she wasn’t even sure if she would make it past the first day of VIU’s Nursing Unit Assistant certificate program. With a good dose of persistence and the assistance and advice of staff and other students, Jingjing graduated from the program last spring and began work in the industry right away.

You're almost there! The last week of classes. Then exams, then winter break. Do you feel like you have a handle on things?