Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo and staff pose outside of Shq’apthut

Welcome to VIU's Community Classroom!

Join us in exploring the labs, offices and research facilities of Vancouver Island University! In our community classrooms, you can meet our faculty and students, discover new environments and change the world alongside us. We're excited to share our knowledge and passions with you. 

Extreme Science: The Virtual Edition

Series of videos showcase daring and exciting physics and chemistry experiments

Virtual Field Trip: Signs of Spring

A Shoots with Roots adventure

Let's Explore the Sea Floor: Sea Urchins

Have you ever found a sea urchin shell along the beach?

University Scholars Shed Light on the Need to Broaden Social Work Education

VIU professor wants social work education to include more world views and local parenting models.

Community Vision: Poet Sings Song about being Black in Nanaimo

VIU Creative Writing and Journalism Professor Sonnet L’Abbé’s song commissioned for REIMAGINE Nanaimo campaign.

Community Vision: Illustrator Shares Hope for Better Future

VIU Graphic Design Professor Sebastian Abboud’s artwork commissioned for REIMAGINE Nanaimo campaign.

Speaker Addresses Indigenous-specific Racism in the Health-care Sector

An Engaged Citizens Speaker Series event

A Bright Idea for Boosting Student Engagement in a Virtual World

VIU’s Physics, Engineering and Astronomy department has created its first lightboard.