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
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…
Vancouver Island University launches new Japanese cooking skills certification
VIU is the only Canadian institution offering the specialized certification, which will be embedded into existing Red Seal culinary programs. Avi Sternberg…
VIU Events
Jul
13
Coast Salish Woolly Dogs
A public reading and discussion with Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa, author of The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog. The pelt of a dog named…
Jul
14
Shark Awareness Day
A day created to dispel myths about sharks and to raise awareness about the importance of sharks to the ocean.
Jul
17
MBA Program Information Sessions
If you're thinking about applying for the VIU Master of Business Administration program, you won't want to miss this online information session with MBA…
Aug
20
Back to School BBQ at Shq'apthut!
Join us on Tuesday, August 20 from 4 pm to 6:30 pm at Shq'apthut - A Gathering Place as we kick off the new semester with food, fun and community!Free BBQ,…