Dr. Sandy Shultz is leading a trauma-informed research project investigating brain injury from intimate partner violence in BC. Two new studies will gather info from survivors to improve diagnosis and treatment. Read The Tyee article: thetyee.ca/News/2024/08/0…

Can you believe it’s been 10 years since the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute (MABRRI) began at VIU? Since August 2014, MABRRI has focused on research and education. Thank you to our amazing researchers, students, citizen scientists and volunteers!

Indigenous students at Vancouver Island University now have access to an expanded gathering place inside the newly renovated Shq’apthut building on campus. #Nanaimo VIU nanaimonewsnow.com/2024/08/29/new…

Indigenous students attending the upcoming term at VIU will have access to more space for ceremonial and support services in the expanded Shq’apthut — a gathering place — building. Read more in Times Colonist: bit.ly/4e9fhrW

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 Learn more: news.viu.ca/viu-news-exper…

Was Thalidomide Safe? Frances Oldham Kelsey was not convinced. Scientific American delves into the issue further in part two of its series. The publication speaks to VIU History Professor Dr. Cheryl Warsh, who recently wrote a book on Kelsey. bit.ly/4eyIjkC

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - a day to honour the residential school Survivors and the children who never returned home, and their communities. #NDTR

It was an honour to attend and participate in the tiwšɛmawtxʷ Campus' 50th Anniversary celebration on October 5. Thank you to those who attended and helped organize the event! bit.ly/3YkNAY1

VIU's Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute is working to conserve more land in the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region. Private land ownership is the biggest obstacle the institute is dealing with. Learn more @ news.viu.ca/viu-led-projec… Arrowsmith Media photo

Dr. Georgina Martin’s book Drumming Our Way Home: Intergenerational Learning, Teaching, and Indigenous Ways of Knowing draws inspiration from her Secwépemc culture and the teachings of her grandparents. She hosts a book launch on October 22. Learn more @ news.viu.ca/viu-professors…

There are many invasive plant species on the Island, but a few stand out when it comes to affecting local plants and habitats. VIU Natural Resources Protection alum Hunter Jarratt shares a list of worst offenders with Times Colonist: bit.ly/3A4z0dQ @VIU_Alumni

X has become the latest social media platform letting third parties use your data to train artificial intelligence models. Dr. Ajay Shrestha, a VIU Computer Science Professor, shares his thoughts on the trend with CBC Radio: bit.ly/4fdMxyx

Did you know Milner Gardens received a 5 Bloom rating from Communities in Bloom? Read the Nanaimo Bulletin article by Jessica R. Durling 🖊️: nanaimobulletin.com/local-news/van…

VIU Elders Geraldine Manson (C-tasi:a) and Thiyuas - Florence James were recently honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal for their role as culture keepers. Thank you to @LisaMarieBarron's team for organizing a beautiful event: bit.ly/3Vf1UiW

"Geraldine Manson, one of VIU's Elders in Residence, was presented with a King Charles III Coronation Medal along with Florence James, a retired elder. Grace Elliott-Nielsen was also presented with a medal for her work with VIU" #VancouverIsland mycomoxvalleynow.com/103595/feature…

"We want to help our students achieve their dreams and make their educational journeys a little easier.” #VIU's #GivingTuesdayCA campaign features an online auction and matching donations - all in the name of making education a little more affordable: bit.ly/4g6Fqsd

Today is National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. On this day, we remember the 14 young women who were murdered at L'École Polytechnique de Montréal on December 6, 1989, and continue our commitment to end gender-based violence. bit.ly/4fVi217

Discover how we work with Indigenous youth and partners at VIU, Yukon University, and the Oyateki Partnership Partnership to support their success. Mastercard Foundation

Welcome to VIU, Dr. Coleman!

Scientific innovation is only possible when we represent and uplift all voices. Let’s celebrate all the #WomenInSTEM on this International Day of Women and Girls in Science! #IDWGS2025