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VIU News
VIU and Loaves & Fishes partner to bring Free Food Market to campus
The weekly market will provide free food to registered community members. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Nanaimo campus is set to become Loaves…
Getting to Know You: Eric Sehn
Meet VIU's new Director of Continuing EducationFor nearly three decades, Eric Sehn has helped people learn new skills, advance their careers and connect with…
Giving youth a voice in Canada’s AI policies
VIU researcher Dr. Ajay Shrestha is studying how young people can help shape rules for artificial intelligence. AI, or artificial intelligence,…
Expanding skilled-trades training seats at Vancouver Island University
VIU is adding 64 new trades training seats in 2026-27. Vancouver Island University (VIU) will receive 64 new skilled-trades training seats as part of the Look…
VIU Events
Aug
25
Personality Priorities at Work
Adler’s four personality priorities – comfort, control, superiority, and pleasing – influence how you think about yourself, how you behave, and how you relate…
Aug
26
Attachment Styles: Tools for Emotional Safety, Communication, and Healthy Boundaries
Learn practical skills to build safer, stronger connections in everyday life. Whether you are navigating relationships at home, in a caregiving role or in…
Aug
26
“I Don't Need Help!” Supporting People Who Can't See Their Mental Illness
Why do people sometimes reject help? Discuss the reasons why people refuse mental health care and how to respond & cope in this one-hour seminar with a…
Aug
26
Start Smart
Classes are starting soon and you probably have questions on a variety of subjects. Good news! Academic Advisors are here to help you! In this…