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- August 30, 2023 by Samantha Allan
Your VIU bucket list

Five events to check out before you graduate
- August 29, 2023 by Rachel Stern
Solving a puzzle no one else has solved

Krystyn Forbes shares his Canada lynx research
- August 24, 2023 by Samantha Allan
Living in student residences

Advice for a smooth transition
- August 15, 2023 by Rachel Stern
Alum finds forever chemicals in sixgill shark

Misha Zvekic examines shark during a research exchange
- August 7, 2023
Thinking of renting to students this year?

Landlord Bruce Barnard shares his story
- August 4, 2023
Pushing the boundaries of what is possible

From classroom to career: Kayla Passmore
- August 3, 2023
Examining mental health supports in the K-12 school system

Grad student Nova Heartland shares her research
- July 27, 2023
Discovering a passion for working on cars

Trinity LaRose's story
- July 24, 2023
New student checklist

7 things you can do before coming to VIU

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