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Two coaches lean in for an embrace

Longtime Mariners coaches stepping away from roles after storied careers

Matt Kuzminski and Tony Bryce are saying goodbye to their time as court sport leaders

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Island Life 101: Totem poles, beach days and goats on the roof

By Chioma Azike

A beginner’s guide to mid-Island day trips

Christina smiling at the camera while wearing a VIU Nursing shirt.

From financial stress to full focus

By Eric Zimmer

How scholarships are powering future nurse Christina Gustafsson

Saurya Mishra standing outside in front of a Heli-Jet helicopter and looking at the camera.

Building a career in hospitality leadership

Saurya Mishra shares his story

three students walking down the stairs in front of the VIU library.

Starting the semester right

By Becky Duarte

What to do so you don't feel so behind

Black History Month 2026 with two Black individuals pictured, one with an arm raised

Black History Month at VIU 2026

Art exhibit, open mic, music and poetry performance, book club and more planned throughout the month

Kylie smiling at the camera wearing a red shirt.

From “I’m not sure I belong” to “I know I can”

By Eric Zimmer

How VIU’s Pathways program helped Kylie rebuild confidence, discover purpose and step into a nursing career

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New entrance scholarship process gives future VIU students more certainty

Record amount of funding available for entrance scholarships

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What is VIU’s Zero Textbook Cost pilot project?

The project highlights courses with no required textbook costs

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