Gala raises more than $300,000 to fuel student success December 4, 2025
Fundraising games, lively music and the excitement of community generosity filled the TRU Conference Centre on Saturday, Nov. 15 at the TRU Foundation Gala, which raised…
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Provincial investment strengthens pathway into skilled trades November 14, 2025
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) welcomes the provincial government's announcement of a major increase in funding for trades training across British Columbia, noting this investment will…
TRU secures $200,000 to support Indigenous students in work-integrated learning October 8, 2025
Indigenous students at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) completing unpaid work placements will have greater financial support this fall, thanks to $200,000 in national funding from…
Juanita-Dawne Bacsu awarded for impactful research at TRU September 22, 2025
In recognition of her research, Dr. Juanita-Dawne Bacsu of Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has been announced as a recipient of the 2025 Scholar Award by…
Conservation and collaboration: bridging Indigenous knowledge and scholarly research September 19, 2025
In a world where conservation efforts increasingly recognize the importance of Indigenous rights and sustainable development, innovative research initiatives are crucial. Leading this important work…
TRU's commitment to Indigenous youth honoured with major investment September 17, 2025
As Canada continues its reconciliation journey, significant strides are being made to address the educational disparities faced by Indigenous youth. The nation is witnessing a…
Researchers explore what it means to think like a chemist September 16, 2025
What does it mean to “think like a chemist”? That’s the question driving a new research project led by Dr. Jessica Allingham, an associate professor…
$5 million in funding empowers Indigenous educational initiatives at TRU September 9, 2025
KAMLOOPS — Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has been awarded a transformative $5 million from the Mastercard Foundation’s EleV Program, recognizing the university’s innovative and impactful…
Federal grants highlight excellence at TRU July 10, 2025
In an exciting boost for academic research at Thompson Rivers University (TRU), seven researchers have secured nearly $900,000 in funding, as announced by the Government…
TRU celebrates $50M sustainability milestone with Low-Carbon District Energy System June 26, 2025
Thompson Rivers University celebrated a major sustainability milestone Thursday related to its Low-Carbon District Energy System, the first initiative under a $50-million national retrofit partnership…
TRU Day of Giving sets new record March 6, 2025
KAMLOOPS — With donations pouring in over 24 hours, the 2025 Day of Giving at TRU more than doubled its goal to raise $50,000 —…
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…
Foundation Gala raises over $230,000 for students December 3, 2024
By Brandi Thring The TRU Foundation Gala raised $234,503 during the first Winter’s Ball held in TRU’s Grand Hall on Nov. 16. More than 300…
CFJC Today | TRU breaks ground on new Indigenous Education Centre September 20, 2024
A recent ceremony on campus marks the start of construction of a $22-million Indigenous Education Centre, a hub for Indigenous education, culture and community on…
Education News Canada | Insight Grants support varied works of TRU researchers September 18, 2024
Drs. Nancy Southin, Patrick Brouder and Sarah Moritz have received more than $163,000 through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Development Grants…
Williams Lake nursing students start semester with a gift September 17, 2024
By Brandi Thring First-year nursing students in Williams Lake had an extra reason to get excited on the first day of classes when they were…
Insight Grants support varied works of TRU researchers September 17, 2024
KAMLOOPS – Three Thompson Rivers University (TRU) researchers received more than $163,000 through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Development Grants program,…
Genome British Columbia | Soothsaying with soil: Genomics and innovative land reclamation research at the Mount Milligan Mine September 11, 2024
With co-funding from the Centerra Gold Inc’s Mount Milligan Mine and Genome British Columbia, researchers from TRU - including Professor of Biological Sciences Dr. Jonathan…
Grant prepares TRU students for rewarding careers August 19, 2024
KAMLOOPS – Thompson Rivers University (TRU) students will be able to access a grant this fall and winter from the BC government for the skills…
Education News Canada | Indigenous students learn skills while rebuilding wildfire-ravaged community August 12, 2024
Indigenous trades students are gaining hands-on experience and earning Heavy Equipment Operator certification while helping rebuild the Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw community in the North Shuswap.…
