Like many high-school students, Doreen Grenier wanted to take a break from the classroom. She just didn’t expect it to last two decades. She got…
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buxSVFVG5gg[/embed] [caption id="attachment_2732156" align="alignright" width="300"] Faculty of Arts 2018 Valedictorian Ben Froese majored in sociology and minored in philosophy.[/caption] University is a time to explore,…
Lyn Baldwin has made an art of teaching botany and natural history. Or rather, she has put art into teaching science. Her innovative approach is…
The new TRU E-Mountain Bike Incentive (E-MBI) will incentivize purchasing a personal bike, providing a more affordable commuting option to employees. The E-MBI will encourage…
[embed]https://youtu.be/aNGdvkZzlx8[/embed] [caption id="attachment_2724948" align="alignright" width="300"] Anastasia Silina doesn't chase adventure. She's interested in the social side of tourism.[/caption] Anastasia Silina started out as a nervous…
They are people who stand out in their communities for their contributions and leadership. They are this year’s six honorary doctorate recipients at TRU's 2018…
[embed]https://youtu.be/0HTm1IpLS4M[/embed] Leaving home to attend university was always an option for Evan Choy, but strong family values and a desire to be a present and…
[caption id="attachment_2710756" align="alignright" width="800"] Students who placed first through third in two categories pose for a photo. See below for the results. In the picture,…
Over the winter, much of high school student Katelyn Norrie’s free time was spent applying for scholarships, filling out forms and writing essays. Her efforts…
[embed]https://youtu.be/0DALfFBxQxw[/embed] Lavraj Lidher is one of six valedictorians selected to speak at the 2018 spring convocation ceremonies. A science graduate, he will address the Faculty…
They put their investment ethics to the test and emerged a little weary, but unscathed. Competing in the CFA Societies Canada Ethics Challenge on May…
TRU earned a healthy haul of medals at the recent Skills Canada BC championships in Abbotsford. And one student—Drew Hegyi—won gold in the high school…
[embed]https://youtu.be/4qcuQx0pe4M[/embed] Underrepresentation of women in the trades kept Becca Peters away from pursuing a career in heavy duty mechanics. Despite keen interest, she spent nearly…
To say that TRU Dean of Science Tom Dickinson is a fan of Charles Darwin is like saying the world is a little bit round.…
TRU’s Alumni Association is collecting photos and memorabilia from anyone who attended the university when it was known as Cariboo College in the '70s and…
Break out the sunscreen and shades, and enjoy some great eats on campus this summer! We listened to your feedback and know the campus community…
It took seven years of bake sales, dances and other fundraising efforts, but the Nursing Undergraduate Society (NUS) has raised enough money to do something…
[caption id="attachment_2695873" align="alignright" width="1200"] From left to right: Ann Cheeptham, camp co-founder; Paul Michel, TRU Director of Aboriginal Education; Wendy Heshka, Telus Community Foundation; Karen…
Theatre grad Andrew G. Cooper is so passionate about making a career (and a living) in theatre and the arts that he creates opportunities where…
Hundreds of colleagues and supporters flooded the Mountain Room on April 19, 2018, for the President's Annual Merit and Long-Term Service Awards. Gathered to celebrate…
