TRU recognizes distinguished alumni January 27, 2025
KAMLOOPS – Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is honouring three esteemed alumni with Distinguished Alumni Awards for outstanding achievements and dedicated service in the areas of…
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CFJC Today | TRU starting honours college program in the fall January 24, 2025
TRU is launching Canada’s first Honours College this fall, beginning with a University Honours Certificate that offers students a way to enrich their primary degrees…
The Williams Lake Tribune | TRU micro-credential to grow Cariboo Chilcotin food sovereignty January 24, 2025
TRU in Williams Lake is offering a new micro-credential in food sovereignty for people looking to gain those qualifications outside of the two-year Regenerative Agriculture…
Castanet | Kamloops MP bestows King Charles medal on nearly 30 community members January 23, 2025
Kudos to King Charles III Coronation medal recipients, TRU honorary doctor Muriel Sasakamoose from T’kemlúps te Secwépemc, Social Work faculty member Sasha Kondrashov and student…
CFJC Today | TRU to pilot blend between on-campus, Open Learning course offerings January 22, 2025
TRU has launched TRUly Flexible, an initiative to blend online and campus-based learning options in new ways. “TRUly Flexible envisions a new kind of accessibility,…
MyCaribooNow | Food sovereignty course coming this spring to Williams Lake January 21, 2025
In March, the Williams Lake campus will introduce a regenerative agriculture micro-credential focused on food sovereignty. Fred Fortier - an indigenous farmer, medicine maker and…
CFJC Today (Midday) | ‘I had lost all hope’: Out of the Ashes Bursary recipient shares her story of recovery and path to a healthier life January 20, 2025
Cheryl Latimer, recipient of the Out of the Ashes Bursary, shares her journey with addiction and her new route to a healthier life. Thanks to…
Castanet | TRU WolfPack cheer team to represent Western Canada at world championships January 15, 2025
The WolfPack cheerleading team is set to compete in the University World Cup Cheerleading Championships for the third time, where they'll be the only team…
Education News Canada | Championing Indigenous voices and transformative education at TRU January 14, 2025
Laura Grizzlypaws, a renowned cultural advocate and educational developer for Indigenous teaching and learning, is leading the charge for Indigenous voices and transformative education across…
Championing Indigenous voices and transformative education at TRU January 9, 2025
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…
Castanet | TRU’s strong history points to a stronger future January 8, 2025
"...as we look back on the vision that built TRU and the progress we’ve made, we can also look ahead with confidence because nothing is…
Science publishes study on wildfire severity co-authored by TRU researcher January 6, 2025
KAMLOOPS — A leading wildfire expert from Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has co-authored a study on the growing impact of fires in Canada over recent…
Cabin Radio | Entrepreneur hopes to create a safe space in Inuvik December 23, 2024
Inuvik resident and TRU student Danita Frost-Arey says she wants to address the stigma of substance use by creating a safe space for residents through…
Castanet | TRU approves new computer networking and cybersecurity diploma, to be offered in 2025 December 23, 2024
TRU will soon begin offering a new diploma program in computer networking and cybersecurity after securing approval from the university’s board of governors. The program…
Canadian Association of Women in Construction | CAWIC Bursary Committee awards outstanding women with $2,000 bursaries December 18, 2024
Trades students Jessie Gobin and Lagina Morse, both pursuing their Red Seal certification in electrical construction, are 2024 CAWIC bursary award winners. Read more
The art of assessment December 11, 2024
By Marissa Dederer For the past 25 years, Cindy James has dedicated her career to the art of assessment. Over time, her devotion to the…
Castanet | Philanthropy has the potential to change more than just student lives December 11, 2024
"There is much to celebrate, looking back at the incredible way our city has supported TRU and our students through this past year," writes President…
Canada West | TRU to celebrate CW Hall of Fame induction of Ken Olynyk November 29, 2024
Ken Olynyk, the longtime and celebrated WolfPack Athletic Director, will be inducted into the Canada West Hall of Fame's Class of 2024-25 at the Tournament…
Armchair Mayor | TRU students tackle population dynamics and policy November 18, 2024
A group of four undergraduate students highlighted economic issues facing Canada at the recent Bank of Canada's Governor's Challenge. "Watching our students confidently present their…
Castanet | First events under the belt of TRU's brand-new rodeo team November 12, 2024
The brand-new WolfPack rodeo program is providing student-athletes a unique opportunity to get a Canadian education while competing in the sport they love — and…
