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VIU News

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Speaker explores history, imagination and Indigenous futures in VIU talk

Billy-Ray Belcourt delivered the 2025 Indigenous Speakers Series lecture at VIUFor more than a decade, Vancouver Island University’s Indigenous Speakers Series…
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Alumni spotlight: Andrea Thring

Theatre alum uses foundation in creativity for healing practiceFor Andrea Thring, Vancouver Island University’s Theatre program was more than an arts…
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VIU News & Experts: June 25, 2026

New programs for future politicians, Deep Bay open houseDr. Michael MacKenzie, VIU’s Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership, is training the next…
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VIU in the News: June 1 to 25, 2026

From new and revitalized programs, to convocation festivities, to removing barriers to education, here’s how the month of June went at VIU:Crossing the…

VIU Events

Jul
6

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program Information Session

Learn about the benefits of earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at VIU. Session includes:available majorsadmission requirementswhat to expect…
Jul
6

MBA Program Information Session

A VIU MBA connects you to more opportunities to build the in-demand skills you need to thrive in tomorrow’s business landscape. VIU offers the most technology…
Jul
13

MBA Program Information Session

A VIU MBA connects you to more opportunities to build the in-demand skills you need to thrive in tomorrow’s business landscape. VIU offers the most technology…
Jul
13

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program Information Session

Learn about the benefits of earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at VIU. Session includes:available majorsadmission requirementswhat to expect…