NEW GRADE FIRST AID PROGRAM HELPS STUDENTS IMPROVE ACADEMIC SUCCESS
February 12, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Thursday, February 14, 2013 NANAIMO, BC - Any Vancouver Island University student who is struggling to get the grades they need (or want) now has a place to go for help. A new program called Grade First Aid is in operation to give students the tools they need to help themselves improve. “Grade First Aid is a great way for students to kickstart their academic success,”... Read more
VIU IN THE NEWS - CANADIAN UNIVERSITY LEADERS, INCLUDING VIU PRESIDENT RALPH NILSON, VISIT UKRAINE FOR TALKS WITH EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
February 7, 2013
February 7, 2013 Leading Canadian educators are working to develop cooperation and collaboration with Ukraine and its institutions. The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) has partnered with the Canadian government in support of civil society development and public sector reform since the early days of the new Ukraine to the present day. CBIE’s membership comprises 150... Read more
CULINARY STUDENTS HONE SKILLS AT COMPETITIONS
February 7, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 7, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – With the support of VIU’s dedicated Culinary Arts faculty, students are sharpening their cooking and baking skills to prepare for a variety of culinary competitions that will take place over the next few months. Brian Kremer, Adam Long, Shaun Saunders, Allegra Jimenez and Connor Berg, are among the students who will be putting... Read more
SYNERGY EXHIBITION AT NANAIMO ART GALLERY UNTIL FEB. 16
February 7, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 7, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – A unique art exhibition called SYNERGY that showcases the artistic talents of faculty in Vancouver Island University’s Art and Design department is on display at the Nanaimo Art Gallery until Feb. 16. The exhibition includes art work from faculty in three distinct programs: graphic design, interior design and visual arts. The show... Read more
VIU IN THE NEWS - DIVERSITY PROJECT MORE THAN MULTICULTURALISM
February 6, 2013
Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013 By Chris Bolster, Powell River Peak Community development organizers are banking on a wealth of ideas about how Powell River can move forward when they bring diverse groups of people together for their Defining Diversity Creating Community workshops and research project. The workshops are being developed and hosted by a partnership between Vancouver Island University (VIU... Read more
EDUCATION GRAD EMBARKS ON ADVENTURE OVERSEAS
February 1, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2013 NANAIMO, BC – On Monday, Jan. 28, Jeff Saunders walked across the stage at Nanaimo’s Port Theatre to receive his hard-earned Bachelor of Education degree from Vancouver Island University . A day later, he was sitting on an airplane en route to his first teaching job in London, England. “I’m excited and nervous,” said the 23-year-old Nanaimo... Read more
VIU CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEK, FEB. 4-8
February 1, 2013
NANAIMO, BC: From February 4-8, VIU’s community and members of the public can get involved in a variety of interactive events and activities that will help them build a better understanding of our connection to the global community and explore how Canada and Canadians are making a difference around the world. It’s all part of International Development Week (IDW), an annual event spearheaded by... Read more
VANCOUVER ISLAND SHORT FILM FESTIVAL AT VIU FEB. 1 – 2
January 31, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2013 NANAIMO, BC - Local film expert Shirley Goldberg will be recognized for over 35 years of outstanding contributions to the Vancouver Island film community when she is presented with the first ever Film Paragon Award at the 8th annual Vancouver Island Short Film Festival on February 2. “Shirley Goldberg’s long-term devotion to our film community... Read more
WORKSHOP ON CAREGIVING FOR AGING LOVED ONES FEB. 2 - 3
January 31, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, January 28, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: Caring for an aging relative can be one of the most physically, emotionally and mentally challenging tasks in a person’s life, according to Nanaimo clinical counsellor Maureen Adkin. That’s why she wants to share her knowledge and experience with present and future caregivers at a two-day personal wellness course called “Caring for... Read more
CANADIAN ARTIST RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTOR OF LETTERS
January 29, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 29, 2013 NANAIMO, BC: Canadian artist Gordon Appelbe Smith feels “humbled” to receive an Honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Vancouver Island University. Smith, 94, received the special honor at VIU’s convocation ceremony at the Port Theatre in Nanaimo on Monday, January 28. “This is truly wonderful,” Smith said. In an address to graduates at the... Read more