Finding connections at Cplul’kw’ten October 16, 2019
As the semester gets into full swing, I’m reminded of the importance of connectivity and the need for an academic community. Navigating student life can…
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Accessibility Services a partner in education June 13, 2019
Upon meeting Melissa Little, it doesn’t take long to be inspired by her sunshiny enthusiasm for student life. “University is not just beneficial on a…
WolfPack athletics and the art of balanced living April 18, 2019
Connor McKenzie is a Geography and Environmental Studies major and is in his third year with the TRU WolfPack Baseball team. A graduate of NorKam…
Truly becoming: learning intersections in leadership March 28, 2019
As she approaches completion of her Interdisciplinary Studies degree, Payton Comazzetto has a collection of academic experiences that are so rich and diverse that future…
WolfPack athletics, mindfulness and keeping your head in the game March 21, 2019
Connor McKenzie is a Geography and Environmental Studies major and is in his third year with the TRU WolfPack Baseball team. A graduate of NorKam…
Academic success and the WolfPack student-athlete February 21, 2019
Anton Napolitano is a third-year student and the setter on the TRU WolfPack Men’s Volleyball team. Anton comes from the Land Down Under, a place…
On the other side of resilience: addiction, recovery and reclamation January 21, 2019
Nearing the end of her Master’s in Education, Juanita Lindley received an Indigenous Research Capacity and Reconciliations Connections Research Grant from the Social Science and…
Investing in opportunity and adventure January 16, 2019
When the Student Life team met Rajeev Kapoor, they were filming a segment for a Student Services video. He approached the shoot with a big…
Success, excuses and the student-athlete November 28, 2018
Student-athlete Avery Pottle majors in biology and minors in psychology. In her third year with the TRU Wolfpack Women’s Volleyball team, Avery believes that what you…
Sneaky strategies & rapid fire study sessions November 20, 2018
Gwen Freeze is a second-year Biology-major and plays on the TRU Wolfpack Women’s Soccer team. After two years of student-athlete life, Gwen has learned a lot about…
From orientation to graduation: Cplul’kw’ten and the circle of care July 24, 2018
After filling in as the supervisor for Indigenous Student Development, Melody Markle will now continue in the position permanently. Though former supervisor Joanne Brown's presence…
Spinning anticipatory anxiety into peaceful productivity June 14, 2018
Nearly one year after a smoky summer of evacuations, destroyed landscapes, and emotional trauma, one must wonder - what can we learn from a natural…
Art, poetry and other acts of self-preservation May 31, 2018
Upon meeting Tristen Wybou and Tess Gagnon, one might get the impression that they were longtime friends with deeply intertwined histories. Like music never skipping…
Far beyond numbers: Indigenous Mentor calculates the formula for success April 12, 2018
As he approaches the completion of his master's in Environmental Economics and Management, Ed Blakeborough reflected on his harrowing journey to stand out as being…
Aerobatics & 3-D freedom: full circle of flight, growth and perseverance February 13, 2018
As the recipient of the Undergraduate Research Experience Award Program (UREAP), flight instructor Jonny Davis is forever in pursuit of aviation-related research and innovation. As…
Breaking out of your comfort zone: introversion in an extroverts’ world November 27, 2017
Introverts often take a backseat to boisterous and busy extroverts. When it comes to emphasizing your personal attributes in classrooms, professional arenas, during networking events…
Success, self-advocacy and sharing your story November 17, 2017
Having already earned degrees in both Social Work and Journalism, as well as a Certificate in Aboriginal Studies, Lisa Coriale is moving on to her…
Picking up the PACE with student-athletes November 6, 2017
Between classes, assignments, exams, practices, workouts and game days, the student-athlete schedule is action-packed. The PACE program was implemented to support the academic elements of…
Muslim Students Association combats Islamophobia October 18, 2017
Designed to build a foundation and community for over 150 Muslim students on campus, TRU Muslim Students Association (MSA) is developing on-campus services and initiatives. …
Finding Meaning at the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy October 3, 2017
More than just assignments, exams and career preparedness; university is also a time of personal growth and self-reflection. “At some point in their educational lifespan,…
