New research suggests that mothers who graduate from university pass on educational advantages to their daughters. Their sons don’t see the same gains. If you…
How can communities better prepare and respond to natural hazards and disasters? In what ways can community science empower community members to build disaster resilient…
Research can be daunting, especially at the undergraduate level. Whether it’s the idea of white lab coats and handling beakers and test tubes, or the…
For aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders, an experienced contact or mentor can be a critical part of business success. “There are challenges that come with entrepreneurship…
They are knowledgeable academics, respected colleagues, dedicated educators and thoughtful mentors. And Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is recognizing newly promoted professors with a new lecture…
Want to grow wealth in your community? Start a business—especially if you’re a woman. A new study from TRU’s School of Business and Economics looks…
Wireless cellular technology has made incredible advances since the first call was made from a handheld mobile phone in 1973. From 1G to 6G, each…
Since receiving a Discovery Grant in 2021, Dr. Jabed Tomal from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics has focused on interesting and impactful work in housing…
[caption id="attachment_2970352" align="alignright" width="378"] Dr. Yan Yan[/caption] TRU faculty member Dr. Yan Yan, from the Department of Computing Science, received a Discovery Grant in 2021…
Dr. Gillian Balfour has accepted the position of TRU’s Provost and Vice-President Academic, effective July 1. She currently serves as the vice-president and academic dean…
Chef Bernard Casavant dropped in to the TRU Culinary Arts program during Indigenous Awareness Week to share his years of experience with students. A world-class…
By Brynn Roach When opportunities are presented to TRU alum Warren Brown, he takes hold of them—a habit that landed him a successful career in…
New research from School of Business and Economics (SoBE) faculty member Dr. Meng Sun challenges economic models that suggest a higher minimum wage will harm…
Business education at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is levelling up with a new name. The newly named Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics honours…
Thompson Rivers University has awarded four exceptional graduate students with entrance scholarships valued at $15,000 each. This marks a $60,000 investment by the Province of…
As high-school students start to think about what they want to do when they graduate, TRU's Department of Engineering gave many from School District 73…
Long-time supporters and donors of TRU’s law school Rob McDiarmid, Q.C. and Justice Sharon Matthews have made another contribution of $50,000 to fund a new…
Want to learn more about the diverse reptiles and amphibians of BC, the struggles they face and how you can help protect them? Thanks to…
By Brynn Roach The concept of change is all too familiar to 2019 business alum and supply chain management major, Abhishek Naik. From immigrating to…
Looking for an escape from the every day? Then make your way to TRU's Visual Arts Gallery to see student creativity on display. Currently on…
