Note: With Thompson Rivers University (TRU) celebrating its 20th anniversary at the end of this month, it’s a good time to review how the university…
Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) Knowledge Makers Program, a unique and award-winning Indigenous research network, is receiving global recognition later this week. A global edition of…
By Marissa Dederer Stories of Coyote have been shared for generations. Soon, the trickster — an important figure in Secwépemc culture — takes a leading…
KAMLOOPS – Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is honouring three esteemed alumni with Distinguished Alumni Awards for outstanding achievements and dedicated service in the areas of…
By Kim Van Haren Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable academic environment by prioritizing decolonization and Indigenization. These transformative…
By Kim Van Haren A captivating new art installation at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is garnering lots of attention with its four striking xgwélemc (fox)…
More than two dozen Indigenous water and wastewater employees are working toward their diploma at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in a program customized to serve…
By Kim Van Haren Recognized as a leader in Indigenous health and well-being, Dr. Rod McCormick’s work as a researcher, psychologist and BC Innovation Chair…
By Kim Van Haren TRU's Coyote Project is a transformative Indigenization initiative that fosters a more inclusive, diverse and respectful academic environment that benefits students,…
A message from TRU President Brett Fairbairn On Monday, Sept. 30, Canadians will again mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day is…
KAMLOOPS, B.C. – Indigenous education, culture and community will have a central hub at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) as construction begins on the new $22-million…
As students returned to classes at the Williams Lake campus, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and the Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) signed a partnership agreement…
KAMLOOPS — Dr. Roderick (Rod) McCormick, a member of the Mohawk (Kanien'keha'ka) First Nation and a professor and BC Innovation Chair in Indigenous Health at…
A multitude of lakes and waterways are a key feature of the Bulkley-Nechako around Burns Lake, BC, yet access to clean water is a perennial…
By Kim Van Haren There’s an energy on campus that’s palpable. After months, or years, of dedicated work, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) graduating students are…
TRU aims to strengthen Secwépemc perspectives with additional support for Indigenous faculty and student research initiatives Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is honouring Secwépemc methodologies and…
By Brandi Thring TRU alum Nyden Iron-Nighttraveller (BCom ’20) has been recognized by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (recently rebranded as Canadian Council for…
Widespread national and provincial borders, jagged terrain symbols, colourful waterways, oceans and seas — anyone who’s moved through the Canadian education system has studied a…
KAMLOOPS — Dr. Nathan Matthew, outgoing chancellor at Thompson Rivers University (TRU), is being honoured with an emeritus designation at this year’s Spring Convocation. TRU…
By Michelle Pugle Sun beams throughout the Grand Hall on the morning of April 23 as DeDe DeRose takes her oath of office in a…
