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hands sketching an architectural drawing

Researching accessibility in urban design

Mark Gledhill, a Master of Community Planning student, shares his story.
Tarra Tipton

Creating a Network of Supports for Success

Tarra Tipton, a Bachelor of Social Work student, shares her story
Cassidy Caron smiling with a Metis sash in background

Embracing new opportunities with the Community Cousins Program: Cassidy Caron

Celebrating Indigenous mentorship at VIU
The totems outside the Gathering Place

Voices – Reflections on Summer

Words from Indigenous youth on COVID, racism and mental health
Rebecca Watmough, VIU Criminology alum

From Community Cousin to Canada’s Highest Court: Rebecca Olivia Watmough

Celebrating Indigenous mentorship at VIU
Student writing a research paper

Seven steps to writing a university research paper

By John Hill
Essay writing advice from an academic writing expert
Sherry Mattice, VIU Alumna and VIU Indigenous Education Navigator

Gaining Confidence to Lead: Sherry Mattice

Celebrating Indigenous mentorship at VIU
Photo of a desk with natural light coming in from a window and plants sitting on the desk

Setting Up Your Study Space for Success

By Dr. Lindsay McCunn and Taylor Shorting
Tips for Productive Living and Learning at Home
Stress management 101

Stress Management 101

By Sharon Kelly, VIU Success Coach
Tips to help you maintain focus and stay healthy