More than meets the eyes April 19, 2018
What do you get when you take a legally-blind writer, a tourist from the UK and someone with a keen interest in getting to know…
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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…
Curious in the name of science April 12, 2018
Discovery and understanding are at the heart of science and are reached by constantly asking questions—questions such as How? Why? What if? Judging from the more…
Leadership lessons learned from the sidelines March 28, 2018
On the heels of winning the 2018 Neil Russell Student Leadership Award, Kaitlin Lomas is not only approaching her undergraduate finish line, she’s also catching…
Reflections of an almost graduate: breaking through creative constraints March 1, 2018
Fourth-year student Chantal Cadorette feels as lost as a set of car keys tucked deep into a couch cushion. Now in her final semester, the…
Much more than a fashion show February 27, 2018
Weyt-kp! The Traditional Fashion Show tomorrow evening (Wednesday, Feb. 28) focuses on reconciliation through art, the theme of this year’s Aboriginal Awareness Week. Instead of in-your-face…
Prestigious panel tackles our connection with food February 23, 2018
Usually we’re more focused on the flavour of our food than its significance in the bigger picture. But a panel of food experts will bring…
Gala aims to raise $70,000 for student awards February 23, 2018
With the title Fortune and Glory, this year's Indiana Jones-themed TRU Foundation Gala was destined to be another box office hit. The 320 tickets were sold…
Training House two-for-two at local Keystone Awards February 8, 2018
[caption id="attachment_2074032" align="alignright" width="800"] Students of the 2017 Training House had their efforts recognized with two CHBA CI Keystone Awards on Feb. 3, 2018. In…
Experts list for 2018 Winter Olympics February 5, 2018
The PyeongChang Winter Olympics 2018 begin on Feb. 9. Thompson Rivers University has compiled a list of experts who can speak to the media on…
Donald Lawrence named Artist of the Year January 25, 2018
Whether he’s installing a camera obscura on campus, assisting his students, or running any number of faculty committees, Donald Lawrence has long been a recognizable…
Stop. Collaborate and Create January 23, 2018
Have you ever wanted to meet up with a group of people from across campus and make something totally new and creative, but you needed…
Live like the Jetsons with the TRU Go App January 22, 2018
[caption id="attachment_2599596" align="alignright" width="900"] How long is the wait time at the campus Tim Hortons? That's one of the features of the TRU Go app. [/caption]…
Responding to the realities of the opioid crisis November 29, 2017
In light of the pervasive opioid crisis causing tragic ripple effects across the province, and with the impact deeply felt on campus and within the…
EDSW faculty and staff get into the grove at the Santa Parade November 28, 2017
Proving there's no need to feel stumped about how to kick off the holiday season, a group of faculty and staff from the Faculty of Education…
Volunteerism at the heart of success November 20, 2017
Recently announced as the recipient of the 2017 TRU Co-op Student of the Year Award, Bachelor of Tourism Management student Michelle Davies paused to take…
TRU Remembrance Day ceremony a time to reflect on everyday freedoms November 10, 2017
[caption id="attachment_2521006" align="alignright" width="475"] Major Amadeo Vecchio reminds the audience they have a lot to be thankful for.[/caption] With another Remembrance Day upon us, we…
TRU Day of Giving debuts at 2017 foundation breakfast November 2, 2017
A TRU first proved to be a smashing success as the Day of Giving far exceeded its goal. Set to raise $36,000 in 36 hours,…
Campus connectedness and the cycle of support October 25, 2017
After receiving her Master’s in English Linguistics and Literature from National University of Modern Languages in Pakistan, Aksa Mughal ventured to TRU to pursue her…
Ho Ho Ho—Hold The Date. TRU signs on as presenting sponsor of Kamloops Santa Claus Parade October 24, 2017
[caption id="attachment_2504281" align="alignright" width="900"] The Kamloops Rube Band keeps the mood upbeat and lively during the 2016 Santa Claus Parade.[/caption] The annual Kamloops Santa…
