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…
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Castanet | New art installation aims to connect TRU community, Secwepemc storytelling January 3, 2025
A captivating new art installation on campus is garnering lots of attention. “The new fox sculptures, inspired by a Secwépemc legend, beautifully enhance our campus…
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…
From legend to landscape: Foxes leap at TRU December 19, 2024
By Kim Van Haren A captivating new art installation at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is garnering lots of attention with its four striking xgwélemc (fox)…
CFJC Today | ‘We want an election’: Kamloops MP among opposition members calling for federal government shakeup December 19, 2024
There are headlines of instability among the federal Liberal caucus, but political scientist Dr. Robert Hanlon says there is a very real day-to-day impact with…
The Williams Lake Tribune | HOMETOWN: Williams Lake nursing student loving learning here December 19, 2024
"If you work towards your goals and you really work hard, you can really achieve anything," says Christina Wolfe, a first-year student in the Licensed…
The Wren | 2 Secwépemc-led businesses you can support during this holiday season December 13, 2024
Alumni Ashley Michel and Ed Jensen share stories behind their art and Secwépemc-led businesses. Read more
CFJC Today | TRU professor receives $100,000 grant for research into parks and climate resilience December 11, 2024
Dr. Courtney Mason, professor and Canada Research Chair in Rural Livelihoods and Sustainable Communities, and a team of researchers will explore the role of parks…
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…
CFJC Today | TRU students and faculty honour National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women December 9, 2024
TRU’s Faculty Association (TRUFA) marked the 35th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre with a solemn candlelight vigil on Friday (Dec. 6), joining communities across Canada…
Academica | Canadian PSE marks National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women December 6, 2024
On Dec. 6, TRU is recognizing the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women as it commemorates the 35th anniversary of the…
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…
Gallagher | Using eShepherd for Winter Preparation at Barrington Ranch November 25, 2024
Grad student Thomas Alexander is playing a key role integrating eShepherd's virtual fencing technology for livestock management at Barrington Ranch in BC. The solar-powered GPS…
Nursing offers in-depth naloxone training November 25, 2024
By Anita Rathje Training in the life-saving use of naloxone for people experiencing an opioid overdose has been offered at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) since…
Castanet Kamloops | Organizers expect good show at Sunday's Santa Claus Parade November 21, 2024
The Kamloops Santa Claus Parade presented by TRU gets underway at 4 p.m. Nov. 24. Organizers at Downtown Kamloops are putting on final touches and…
CBC Daybreak Kamloops | TRU Storied Voices November 20, 2024
Students and faculty from the Faculty of Arts have been hard at work transforming the CFBX Radio series Storied Voices into a stage play, set…
Castanet | Student-led rail jam event returns to TRU campus for second year November 18, 2024
TRU's second annual Rail Riot, held on Nov. 15, saw athletes balance down a handrail outside the old library on campus. Justin Tarasoff, a tourism management…
Wired for success: student finds her spark in trades November 18, 2024
By Kim Van Haren A transformative shift has been taking place in the world of trades as women increasingly take on roles traditionally dominated by…
Castanet | TRU solar panel project to see 540 solar panels installed by March 2025 November 15, 2024
Five hundred and forty solar panels are expected to be up and running by March of next year, providing more clean energy to help power…
Castanet | 'A win for the industry': Keremeos ranch pairs up with TRU student to be among first in Canada to utilize digital fencing November 15, 2024
A Keremeos Ranch is one of the first in Canada to use virtual fencing collars for cattle management, working in partnership with undergraduate research assistant…
