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Information Sessions

  • Mar
    19
    6:00pm to 7:00pm
    Cowichan Campus

    Are you ready to turn your love for building into a rewarding career? Vancouver Island University offers a 30 week program in Carpentry. Learn hands on from our experienced instructors, as we take our learning into the shop, and build in community. If you'd like to hear more about our program join us for a free info session at VIU's Cowichan Campus on Tuesday, March 19th at 6 pm...
  • Mar
    22
    8:30am to 3:30pm
    Nanaimo Campus

    Curious about what's in store for you at VIU? Join us for a day to find out what to expect as a VIU Science & Technology student. • Attend a class. • Tour the campus and laboratories. • Have lunch with faculty and leaders of student clubs. • Learn about supports and services for students. Bring your family along. Lunch will be provided. If you can’t stay for the entire day,...
  • Mar
    22
    1:00pm to 3:30pm
    Nanaimo Campus

    Renting next Fall? Be educated Tenants and Great Neighbours ... In this FREE 2 ½ hour, in-person session, you will learn about budgeting for rent and living costs, applying to local landlords, understanding legal requirements, being a good tenant and neighbour, giving notice and connecting with other essential VIU services. Take VIU Rent Wise and include your certificate in your...
  • Mar
    27
    6:30pm to 8:30pm
    Online/Virtual

    Come to our information session to learn more about our Nursing Unit Assistant Program. Become part of the non-clinical health care team, working in a fast paced environment and rewarding career that is in high demand. This program will prepare you with the knowledge and skills required to work as a Nursing Unit Assistant (NUA) or Hospital Unit Coordinator. As a NUA, you will...
  • Mar
    27
    7:00pm to 8:00pm
    Nanaimo Campus

    At the Student Life Sessions we cover all the basics about student activities and resources. We'll also answer your questions about what it's like to be a student at VIU.
  • Apr
    04
    4:30pm to 5:30pm
    Online/Virtual

    Want to make a positive difference in the lives of children? Join us at an upcoming (Teams) ECEC Information Session to find out more about the Early Childhood Education and Care profession and the certificate and diploma options available to you. The work of early childhood educators has a lasting impact on children’s development. It’s a rewarding career in a rapidly growing...
  • Apr
    08
    11:00am to 12:00pm
    Online/Virtual

    Have you completed a two year diploma program in: Hospitality Management, Tourism Management or Culinary Arts and want to complete a Bachelors degree in Hospitality? Come learn about VIU's Bachelor of Hospitality Management and what pathway options might be available to you.
  • Apr
    08
    4:30pm to 5:30pm
    Online/Virtual

    Have you completed a two year diploma program in: Hospitality Management, Tourism Management or Culinary Arts and want to complete a Bachelors degree in Hospitality? Come learn about VIU's Bachelor of Hospitality Management and what pathway options might be available to you.
  • Apr
    10
    6:30pm to 8:30pm
    Online/Virtual

    If you love working with animals, you may want to consider a career as an Animal Care Aide! Join us for an information session to learn about our program, and the fascinating field of animal care. This part-time blended online and in-person certificate program provides the knowledge and basic skills needed for entry-level employment in animal care facilities. It is intended for...
  • Apr
    27
    10:00am to 2:00pm
    Off Campus

    Join us for our annual plant sale! We will have a range of student-grown crops, such as ornamental hanging baskets, strawberry baskets, herb baskets, and vegetable starts. We will also have our new aeroponic towers on display to showcase student applied research using innovative production technology. This is a great opportunity to check out the G.R. Paine Centre grounds, where...
  • May
    02
    12:30pm to 2:15pm
    Nanaimo Campus

    Banting Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Morgan Mowatt (University of Victoria) will give a talk titled "A Package Deal: Indigenous Knowledge, Culture and Political Authority-Making" during a catered lunch.
  • May
    03
    12:30pm to 2:15pm
    Nanaimo Campus

    Jarislowsky Research Chairs in Trust and Political Leadership Dr. Cris de Clercy (Trent University) and Dr. Michael MacKenzie (VIU) will give a joint talk titled "Contemporary Challenges in Democratic Leadership and Public Trust" during a catered lunch.
  • Jun
    19
    6:30pm to 8:30pm
    Online/Virtual

    Are you a trained Health Care Assistant that enjoys engaging with seniors in meaningful activities? Come join us to learn more about our Activity Assistant program. This part-time program, taught both online and in-person, is designed to provide post-basic training for individuals with previous HCA training and experience. Graduates will be prepared to work as Activity Assistants...