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Philip Lawton leaning on railing and looking at the camera

Finding his career path with VIU’s ABE program

By Eric Zimmer
Philip Lawton’s goal is to become a dental hygienist
Tyson holds up his Ma Murray award

Alum wins coveted Ma Murray award for feature writing

Tyson Whitney’s feature series for the North Island’s ongoing hospital closures picked up the gold medal this year.
A girl holds a bird in her hands

VIU Student Pulse News: May 29, 2024

Tips for a productive Summer Semester
Split photo of Logan on the right and Esther on the left

Taking their skills to the national stage

By Eric Zimmer
VIU students Logan Cursley and Esther Popma will compete in Quebec City
Amy Mattes holds up a copy of her book, Late September.

Amy Mattes’ debut novel explores love and identity

By Rachel Stern
VIU Creative Writing student publishes first novel
A student housing room

Housing options for students in Nanaimo

By Michael Witcomb, Off-Campus Housing Coordinator
5 tips to find the right fit
Four students bend over a bridge structure together

VIU Student Pulse News: May 16, 2024

Welcome to the Summer Semester ☀️
Headshot of Claire Gordon

English major’s research paper published in an academic journal

By Rachel Stern
Claire Gordon explores tarot card imagery in Black Mirror episodes
Stuart Dixon talk into a microphone

Finding newfound purpose

From classroom to career: Stuart Dixon