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Counselling Services November 13, 2020 - 12:59pm

Professional, Safe and Confidential

Counselling Services offers free confidential and professional support to enrolled VIU students. Counsellors collaborate with students in a compassionate setting to clarify concerns, establish goals and explore resources for wellbeing. We offer a variety of services that can help manage personal challenges and have the best university experience possible.

For most up-to-date information or to book an appointment, please visit the counselling website.

Advising Centre November 13, 2020 - 11:16am

Educational Advisors can help you achieve a more fulfilling educational experience through an advising relationship. While post-secondary education can be one of life's most rewarding experiences, it can be a confusing adventure for some, and an intimidating process for others.  Connect early and connect often. 

Advising is a process in which both the Educational Advisor and student share responsibility.  The overall goal of the Advising Centre is to support students in identifying and successfully working toward their educational and career goals at VIU.

Indigenous Students April 26, 2024 - 11:54am

Located in Shq’apthut – A Gathering Place Services for Indigenous Students is a community-focused, student-centered team that provides support to Indigenous students academically, socially and culturally throughout their educational journey here at Vancouver Island University. Please drop by our office and find out how we can help you reach your goals in your home-away-from-home here at Shq’apthut.

Learning Technology January 20, 2023 - 12:19pm

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VIULearn

VIULearn is Vancouver Island University’s learning management system for online courses. Many VIU faculty use VIULearn to enhance face-to-face classroom experiences, offer blended learning opportunities, or teach fully-online courses.

Building Your Learning Portfolio May 9, 2023 - 2:13pm
Clubs and Activities July 20, 2020 - 11:29am

Join One encourages students to join one club or activity! Students participating in at least one extracurricular activity enjoy a more fulfilling university experience. Look at all the opportunities from which you can choose!

Job Interviews May 9, 2023 - 2:36pm

Watch Hugh Jackman Interview for a Teaching Position - What Not to Do!

Interview Modules for Students: Success for Getting a Job!

Here are some resources for having a successful job interview! These resources were created by Niagara College in Ontario with a grant from the government. All resources are shareable. You can progress through at your own pace to learn about interviews.

Cover Letters January 16, 2024 - 3:15pm

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Résumés March 16, 2022 - 9:40am

Work-Integrated Learning May 11, 2020 - 3:22pm

Vancouver Island University - Work Integrated Learning from Riptide Studios on Vimeo.

Slide Presentations May 9, 2023 - 2:09pm
Poster Presentations May 9, 2023 - 1:59pm
Public Speaking Tips and Tricks July 20, 2020 - 11:45am
Work Well in Groups July 28, 2020 - 10:42am
Answering Questions January 20, 2021 - 3:37pm
Using Spreadsheets July 27, 2020 - 4:01pm
Statistical Information Resources July 27, 2020 - 3:58pm
Math Help May 11, 2020 - 3:17pm
Using Track Changes July 27, 2020 - 3:48pm
Using Style Sheets July 27, 2020 - 3:45pm