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
May
12
Asian Heritage Month Display in Malaspina Theatre
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with us at VIU! From May 12 to 15, explore a vibrant cultural display in the Malaspina Theatre Lobby featuring traditional…
May
14
Moose Hide Flag Raising Ceremony
Join us on May 14 from 10 to 10:30 am for a Moose Hide Campaign Flag Raising Ceremony in the RBC Plaza. Students, staff and faculty are invited to come…
May
14
Asian Heritage Month Celebration
Each May, Vancouver Island University proudly recognizes and celebrates Asian Heritage Month, a time to honour the rich cultures, histories and…
May
14
Asian Heritage Month Celebration
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with us at VIU! Join us from 12 to 2 pm for a special gathering with light refreshments and interactive, student-led…