Convocation by the numbers: Fall 2017 October 10, 2017
Fall colours are upon us and not only does that mean an invigorating crispness in the air, but also the warmth and celebration that comes…
Fall colours are upon us and not only does that mean an invigorating crispness in the air, but also the warmth and celebration that comes…
An entrepreneur whose career successes have brought international attention and tourism to BC's Okanagan region will address TRU's class of 2017 on Oct. 13. Mr. Anthony von Mandl, founder of…
Thompson Rivers University is pleased to announce its largest-ever single donation. Dr. Sherman Jen of Maple Leaf Educational Systems has given TRU a personal donation…
[caption id="attachment_2428590" align="alignright" width="1200"] Students and TRU President Alan Shaver (second from right) gather for a group photo with project manager Jasbir Mahal (far right)…
When Emily Rothbart was a teen, there wasn't such a thing as welding camps for youth. So you can imagine her response when asked to…
Wow, another Spring Convocation is in the books and what follows is a review of this year's six ceremonies over three days through…
Just like an athlete training for the Olympics, competing on a world stage at any level requires a relentless dedication to one’s craft, countless hours…
Third-year, Level B, welding student Ben Chenuz finished with a bronze at SkillsCanada, which was held the beginning of June in Winnipeg. The podium finish puts…
A passion for renewable energy—especially solar—has created some real-world experiences that electrical instructor Amie Schellenberg can bring to the classroom. "As a trainer, it is…
Convocation is one of our favourite times of year for the simple reason that it's all about you. Graduates, this is your time to take…
Four renowned individuals embodying the values and aspirations of Thompson Rivers University will inspire graduates during Spring Convocation this June. Senator Murray Sinclair, who led Canada’s Truth…
The CEO of Canada's hottest startup is staking his company’s future on a locale that fosters innovation, supports tech and has a readily available skill…
[caption id="attachment_2291986" align="alignleft" width="385"] Andrew Christensen works on a project during the UK skills championships held the end of March.[/caption] Welding student Andrew Christensen is about six…
Third-year welding student Ben Chenuz is off to the Skills Canada national championship after winning a gold medal last month at Skills Canada BC. Chenuz has…
The new Industrial Training and Technology Centre (ITTC) gives TRU the space to offer training for the in-demand technology and trades jobs of today and…
[caption id="attachment_2254485" align="alignright" width="400"] The Georgie Award for 2016 Best Public-Private Partnership.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_2254484" align="alignright" width="400"] Georgie with the main entrance to trades in the…
[caption id="attachment_2245708" align="alignright" width="800"] Some of the Skills Canada banners found in the trades building. These are located in the main lobby by the stairs…
Dear Colleagues: I am pleased to announce the appointment of Baldev Pooni as Dean of the School of Trades and Technology at Thompson Rivers University.…
Ground was officially broken today to mark the start of construction for the new $30-million Industrial Training and Technology Centre. Kamloops-South-Thompson MLA and Transportation Minister…
A new apprenticeship starting next week at TRU comes as good news to those waiting to get into the trade. The four-year instrumentation and control technician…