Kamloops This Week | KTW readers say goodbye to their community newspaper October 25, 2023
Kamloops This Week published its final print edition on Oct. 25, 2023. In that paper, readers, including TRU President Brett Fairbairn, filled the pages with…
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CBC Kamloops | KTW's final edition October 25, 2023
TRU alum Jessica Wallace speaks with Daybreak Kamloops about being an intern at Kamloops This Week and what the paper has meant to her. Story begins…
iNFOnews | How a new Shuswap program opens doors for Indigenous youth to become ski guides October 24, 2023
A new program is creating opportunities for Indigenous youth to enter the guiding industry. Mustang Powder Cat Skiing in the Shuswap and TRU are funding…
CFJC Today | TRU welcomes the entire Kamloops community to the annual Open House October 24, 2023
This year’s fall Open House at TRU (Oct. 21) was bigger and better than ever, and everyone was invited. “We are so central in Kamloops,…
CFJC Today | TRU hosts PPE showcase to bolster trades inclusivity October 18, 2023
TRU recently partnered with Mark's for a showcase event of personal protective equipment for women and people with diverse body types, receiving high praise from…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Giving
Trail building clears a path to reconciliation October 17, 2023
From building trails to building relationships, support from Sun Peaks Resort is forging connections with Thompson Rivers University (TRU) students. Last year, Sun Peaks Resort…
Kamloops This Week | Down Syndrome Week begins on Oct. 22 October 16, 2023
The brother of a TRU student credits family and support workers for informing him about the joys and challenges of having a sibling with Down…
The Williams Lake Tribune | Community shows support for TRU Williams Lake at fundraising gala October 16, 2023
Almost 200 guests gathered for the TRU Gala in Williams Lake recently, helping raise more than $33,000. "After a four-year hiatus it is nice to…
Peer-Mentoring Program for ECEs in BC | Opportunity to connect October 16, 2023
Headed by Associate Professor Dr. Laura Doan, in partnership with the Early Childhood Educators of BC (ECEBC), the Peer-Mentoring Program recognizes how both new and…
Featured, Giving, Sustainability, Williams Lake
Lightbulb moment leads family to sustainable ranching October 11, 2023
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) student Kelly Davison spent her childhood feeling “less than.” Living in foster care for several years, she says her foster mother…
Vancouver Is Awesome | Post-secondary studies in Kamloops: nature-inspired location, quality programs, dynamic campus life October 6, 2023
This year’s fall Open House is bigger and better than ever, and everyone from the community and the region is welcome to experience what TRU…
Education News Canada | Early Childhood Education Centre wins building award October 3, 2023
The TRU Early Childhood Education Centre is an award winner. The centre was recently recognized at the Thompson Okanagan Commercial Building Awards in the Community Institutional…
Castanet | TRU approves construction of $22M Indigenous Education Centre; will break ground in spring 2024 October 3, 2023
TRU's Board of Governors has unanimously approved to move ahead with construction of a $22-million Indigenous Education Centre. "This beautiful building will be welcoming to…
Featured, News releases
TRU invites community to fall Open House October 3, 2023
KAMLOOPS – How do you rappel down a building? How realistic is a nursing simulation manikin? This year’s fall Open House at Thompson Rivers University…
The Williams Lake Tribune | TRU in Williams Lake Women in Trades students well underway September 28, 2023
Students in the Women in Trades Training program at the Williams Lake campus are trying different trades without having to commit to one field. "This…
CFJC Today | TRU community comes together for 12th Annual Pride Parade September 28, 2023
On September 27, the TRU community came together for the annual Pride Parade. “I’m really glad that everyone has gathered today and has come together…
Academica | Indian students express concern, postsecondary institutions provide resources as diplomatic tensions between Canada, India continue September 27, 2023
President Brett Fairbairn says support is available to international students as diplomatic tensions between Canada, India continue. Read more
Alumni, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Giving
Student supports accelerate their climb to success September 27, 2023
A rugged landscape, varied terrain and endless kilometres of adventure await outdoor enthusiasts living in and visiting the Kamloops area. Having the desire to explore…
Kamloops This Week | Floats all set for Santa Clause Parade September 26, 2023
Downtown Kamloops is partnering with TRU World for the 2023 Santa Claus Parade, embracing this year's theme "A World of Celebration." Baihua Chadwick, vice-president international,…
CBC Kamloops | TRU theatre September 22, 2023
Arts faculty member and director Catriona Leger and TRU student actors speak with Daybreak Kamloops about the Actors Workshop Theatre's exuberant comedy, Goodnight Desdemona (Good…
