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
VIU offers free course on how to keep building materials out of landfills
Build skills, gain certifications and lead the change. Residents in the qathet region can build skills for new career opportunities through free…
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 Events
Oct
23
Access & Advocacy: Navigating Accommodations at VIU
Join VIUSU’s Students' Advocate, Sarah Webber, for a virtual session focused on navigating accessibility and accommodations at VIU. Registration required to…
Oct
23
Craft & Connect Beading Circle
Drop in for a relaxed afternoon of creativity and community. Low-key beading, good conversation, and community. Drop in anytime, work on your own project, or…
Oct
23
Language in the Library
Coast Salish lands and communities are living libraries. From living libraries stem Indigenous language and story. Please join Canute Coleman, Cowichan, and…
Oct
24
Election stations at VIU
VIU’s Nanaimo campus is hosting polling stations for the provincial election. Vote where you work/study! Advanced voting poll October 16 to 21:…