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Five things we learned in Aotearoa (New Zealand)

By Kaelan Henders and Alison Kuenzig
Tourism Management students Kaelan Henders and Alison Kuenzig share their experiences
Headshot of Aiden Kilcommons

VIU Geoscience student earns coveted spot in mineral exploration workshop

By Rachel Stern
Aiden Kilcommons is excited to learn from top industry experts
salmon swimming

Introducing VIU’s new salmon scholarship winners

By Reprinted with permission from the Pacific Salmon Foundation blog
Nick Davenport and Allie Unger share their stories
Kate Wilson in a baking uniform holding a rolling pin

Rising to the challenge of opening her own baking business

From Classroom to Career: Kate Wilson
Group photo of nursing students in Mexico

Getting a global health education

By Talia Connor
VIU Nursing students went to Mexico on community practice experience
Four students in a gym holding volleyballs

Creating a safe place to play and learn

Child and Youth Care students participate in community program
Andrew Szilagyi sitting in front of a computer and smiling at the camera. ChatGPT is on the screen in the background.

Researching the effects of AI in the workplace

By Eric Zimmer
Andrew Szilagyi shares his story
Paige Pierce standing in front of the ocean, wearing a green dress and turning back to smile at the camera

Creating connections through poetry

By Eric Zimmer
VIU Education student Paige Pierce is Nanaimo’s Youth Poet Laureate
Tony miyoshi and sam statchuk

Studying overseas with international scholarships

By Eric Zimmer
Tony Miyoshi and Sam Statchuk share their stories