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
Sep
21
Helping Kids Cope after a Divorce
Gain practical skills to help children navigate divorce, including effective communication, managing transitions, sharing time between parents, organizing…
Sep
22
Discrimination, Fear, and Mental Health in LGBTQIA+ Communities
LGBTQIA+ adults are three times more likely to experience a mental health disorder than people who identify as straight. Discuss what factors impact this…
Sep
22
Culture Couch: Talk to Me
Culture Couch: Talk to Me 🌎Looking to make friends or new connections on campus?Join us next week, September 22, from 4pm to 6pm in Building 255, Room 170 to…
Sep
23
What is Emotional Intelligence?
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognize your own emotions and how other people feel, and use this information to understand behavior and guide…