VIU News & Experts: November 6, 2024
November 6, 2024
Remembrance Day, US election, memory development 🧠 In this issue of VIU news & experts: Re-translating a classic war novel US election results Studying memory development Featured experts All Quiet on the Western Front – re-translated For two years, VIU Professor Emerita Dr. Katharina Rout has been engrossed in a re-translation of Erich Maria Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front. This... Read more
Severe weather closure notifications for the 2024-25 year
November 4, 2024
As today’s windstorm just reminded us, severe weather season is here. This means from time to time, weather can disrupt campus operations. Before it does, please take a moment to review the updated severe weather notification procedures below. Please take the following actions: 1. Review the Severe Weather Procedures. 2. Download the VIU Safety app and enable notifications for the app in your... Read more
VIU Esthetics and Spa Therapy program hosts open house in new space
October 30, 2024
Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Esthetics and Spa Therapy program has moved into a beautifully renovated space next to the Hairdressing program and everyone is invited to come check it out on Tuesday, November 5. Members of the public can take a tour around the new space, meet students and learn about the services they provide to the community in Building 164 at the Nanaimo campus. Taking... Read more
VIU News & Experts: October 23, 2024
October 23, 2024
Sports psychology, climate change symposium 🌍 In this issue of VIU news & experts: Sports pyschology expert: setting your kids up for success The history of female health Climate change symposium this Saturday Featured experts The mental side of youth sport October is a busy time in youth sport, with many school and community programs underway. Dr. Jordan Herbison, a VIU Kinesiology... Read more
Fostering respectful dialogue: A message on neutrality and inclusivity at VIU
September 25, 2024
A message from Dr. Deborah Saucier, VIU President and Vice-Chancellor Dear VIU community, In the past year, requests have increased for universities to take public stances on political matters and world events. While these calls come from a place of care and compassion, I want to share my reflections and learnings from the past year and thoughts on why it is important for the university... Read more
VIU hosts free community event
September 10, 2024
What: VIU Fest When: Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 12 to 4 pm Where: VIU’s Nanaimo campus (parking is free throughout the day). See Nanaimo campus map. Spend an afternoon at Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) Nanaimo campus for VIU Fest, a free, annual community event showcasing the best the university has to offer. The Fun Zone is a popular place for younger VIU Fest attendees Whether you... Read more
VIU News & Experts: September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
The Weekly Rundown: AI, elections and sustainable farming 🍅 In this issue of VIU news & experts: What worries young users about AI? Mobilizing the next generation of voters VIU Fest is back! Expanded gathering place re-opens Featured experts Investigating AI privacy concerns among young users Dr. Ajay Shrestha, a VIU Computer Science Professor, is researching AI’s privacy impacts with... Read more
Expanded gathering place supports Indigenous culture on campus
August 29, 2024
Space re-opens this September Indigenous students at Vancouver Island University (VIU) now have access to more space for ceremonial and support services with the opening of the newly expanded space in the Shq’apthut (a gathering place) building on campus. “This building provides a dedicated space for Indigenous students where cultural, academic, recreational and social activities are promoted... Read more
Moving Forward: Strengthening our VIU community together
August 22, 2024
Dear VIU community, As President, I have the duty and privilege of working with and listening to students, employees and community members, each with uniquely diverse identities, backgrounds, and political views. I can share that since last October I have received more than 15,000 emails, calls, and letters from our community. I have carefully considered each perspective, suggestion, and open... Read more
Update to the Community – Dismantlement of Encampment
August 18, 2024
Dear VIU community, Earlier today, VIU, with the assistance of a qualified security firm, began dismantling the encampment on the Nanaimo campus quad, in compliance with the Supreme Court of BC's injunction order issued on August 15, 2024. Fencing has been installed around the site as work to restore the quad ahead of the fall semester is underway. Please be assured that dismantlement efforts... Read more