Indigenous students
Situated on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, VIU is fortunate to host a large number of Indigenous students. VIU provides a learning environment that is accessible, relevant for all learners, celebrates success, and acknowledges history and traditions.
Our Services for Aboriginal Students and Office of Indigenous Education and Engagement offer a range of programs, supports and services for students, employees and the wider community.
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VIU News
VIU’s View Gallery presents Threadbare, an exhibit by Connie Michele Morey
What: Threadbare, an exhibit by Connie Michele Morey When: Exhibit runs until November 1. Opening reception and artist performance September 20 from 4 to 6 pm...
VIU hosts free community event
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...
VIU News & Experts: 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...
VIU Computer Science professor investigating AI privacy concerns among young users
Dr. Ajay Shrestha and his research team are looking for participants for their research study. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) announced...
VIU Events
Sep
19
Introduction to VIU's 2024-2029 People Plan - Sept. 19th Session - tiwšɛmawtxʷ
We are holding a series of information sessions for employees to provide an overview of the goals, strategies, and objectives of the refreshed People Plan, the…
Sep
20
ASIST Workshop Sep 20-21, 2024
ASIST is an internationally acclaimed workshop that prepares participants to provide suicide first aid interventions to help people with thoughts of suicide.…
Sep
20
Shakespearean Neverwheres
Victoria (BC), Ann Hathaway’s Cottage, and Nostalgia for "Merry Olde England"Please join us for the first presentation in the 2024-25 Arts & Humanities…
Sep
20
Shakespearean Neverwheres
Victoria (BC), Ann Hathaway’s Cottage, and Nostalgia for "Merry Olde England"Arts and Humanities Colloquium Series presents Sarah Crover , English Department…