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Why VIU?

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The Strategic Plan builds on our commitment to diverse learners and draws on our connection to the community.

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January intake

Many VIU programs have intake in January. Join us and discover a world of opportunity.

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Student Services and Support

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Our donors fund over 2000 scholarships, awards, and bursaries each year.

Research Research

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Field Experience

MA SLM Student Field Experience-Haina Wan

--By Haina Wan

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Case Studies in Sustainability: Insights from Students in the Master of Arts in Sustainable Leisure Management Program

Promotion of Lifestyle Entrepreneurship and Business Development

By Sreya Kumar

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Case Studies in Sustainability: Insights from Students in the Master of Arts in Sustainable Leisure Management Program

Arts & Culture Sustainability in Powell River

By Pratik Chakravarty

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Insights from the Field - Coast To Coast and The Gulf Islands ‘White-Caps' Journey

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Insights from the Field - Following the Green Path: Ivona's Field Experience

By Ivona Bucan

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Exciting Summer Field Experience

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