Important update to how you communicate with students
As of August 1, 2026, VIU is communicating with students only using their MyVIU email addresses. Moving forward, you will only receive lists with @my.viu.ca email addresses — no personal email addresses. Please remind students to check their MyVIU email accounts! Learn more about the MyVIU email accounts
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VIU News
VIU News & Experts: October 15, 2026
It's a busy month at VIU!From VIU Fest, to a new, exciting foodie event, to a discussion on witches just in time for Halloween, read on to learn more.…
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…
New resource on democracy and public trust joins VIU
Dr. Daniel Westlake is working with the Network of Jarislowsky Chairs in Trust and Political Leadership Vancouver Island University has a new democracy…
VIU Employee Events
Oct
16
MindWell - When the Mind Won’t Slow Down
Racing thoughts, overstimulation, and mental exhaustion can disconnect us from the present moment. This class provides practical mindfulness tools to quiet…
Oct
16
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
19
Mindspring: Supporting Kids Through Challenging Divorce Situations
Discuss how to address parental arguments, absent parents, custody battles, children being caught in the middle, and safety concerns. Learn strategies to help…
Oct
20
Mindspring: Understanding Bipolar Disorder
Everyone experiences ups and downs, but bipolar disorder is different. An accessible guide to understanding the types of bipolar disorder, their symptoms,…
Oct
21
Mindspring: Understanding Agoraphobia
Often believed to be a fear of leaving the house, agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder that runs much deeper. Join us to develop a more thorough understanding…
Oct
22
Mindspring: Workplace Bullying: Healing, Accountability, and Moving Forward
Workplace bullying can leave lasting emotional effects for those targeted, for teams, and for organizations. This session focuses on recovery, rebuilding…
Recent Job Postings
Instructor, Finance and Quantitative Methods
Date posted: 15/Oct/2026
Department: Finance and Quantitative Methods
Campus: Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: temporary part-time
Professor, Sociology
Date posted: 24/Sep/2026
Department: Sociology
Campus: Nanaimo and/or Cowichan *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Appointment type: regular full-time