Learning is more than reading textbooks and going to class! Understanding how you learn, and how to know what you know, is a first step in building your skills for university. This section will help you develop your understanding of learning and outline effective study and test-taking skills.
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Things to know and where to go at VIU
Wellness events, activities, and resources.
Thinking and learning differently to be a successful student
Tips on note taking, reading strategies and learning online
Improve your writing and learn to find and cite information.
Supports to help you with spreadsheets, graphs and calculations
Ideas for connecting with your classmates, talking to instructors and speaking in public
Hints for managing your projects and designing poster and slide presentations
Opportunities to extend and enhance your learning experience at VIU
Support areas at VIU just waiting to help you with any question you have!