tiwšɛmawtxʷ where community and learning connect.
On September 20, 2022 the Tla’amin Nation Executive Council gifted our qathet region campus with the name tiwšɛmawtxʷ which means House of Learning, a name that reflects our place in the community. We honour this name each and every day through inclusion and accessibility for all who wish to expand their knowledge and experience.
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VIU News
A Conversation with Marie Wilson – 10 Years After the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
The public is invited to a free community event of learning and reflection. The Tla’amin Nation, City of Powell River, qathet Regional District, Vancouver…
Alum spotlight on Shauna Andrews
A single creative writing workshop at VIU changed Shauna Andrews’ educational path. She initially didn’t think it was possible to complete an entire…
VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ celebrates 50 years in the qathet Region
A birthday celebration this month helped kick off a year’s worth of festivities. When Vancouver Island University (VIU) – then Malaspina College – began…
VIU’s tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus invites public input on future of post-secondary training in region
Residents can have their say through a survey and in-person session. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus is planning for the future delivery…
VIU Events
Jan
26
SPARK VIU | Guest Speaker Session with David Schibli
From Lab to Launch: Commercializing Academic InnovationJoin us for an in-person session with David Schibli, Director of Operations at the UVic–Genome BC…
Jan
26
BBA and Undergraduate Program Information Session
Learn about the benefits of earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at VIU. Session includes:available majorsadmission requirementswhat to expect…
Jan
27
Bingo Night at Shq'apthut
Bingo Night at Shq’apthutJoin us for a fun and relaxed evening of Bingo, community, and connectionPrizes and snacks will be provided January 27 4:00…
Jan
28
Bannock Making
Join us Wednesdays at 10 am in the kitchen at Shq’apthut (Building 170) for Bannock Making! Come and learn how to make bannock, or bring your own recipe to…