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TRU partners with program that empowers youth

Posted on: January 26, 2023

A new partnership between TRU and Shad Canada gives Grades 10 and 11 students a chance to tackle real-world problems.

cheque presentation with group of students

Donation makes glass pipe dream a reality

Posted on: November 23, 2022

By providing $115,000 for a new plumbing lab and scholarship, Andew Sheret Ltd. is investing in the future of TRU trades students.

Law students represented at National Sports Law Negotiation

Posted on: November 2, 2022

Law students Jaewon Shin and AJ Roberts represented TRU Law at the National Sports Law Negotiation Competition in San Diego.

A group of mountain bikers pause to have a conversation alongside the trails

ShredLoops hits the trail running

Posted on: October 24, 2022

If the pilot tour is any indication, there is a strong market for guided mountain biking tours in the Kamloops region.

Indigenous students hammer out careers on historic project

Posted on: July 21, 2022

Over the past 12 weeks, a group of Indigenous students in the Trades Sampler Program have explored trades in a hands-on environment.

Students from the first Women In Trades Exploratory Program work on a carpentry project for the 108 Mile House Heritage Site.

Women in Trades students give back to Cariboo region

Posted on: July 12, 2022

Students from the first TRU Women in Trades Exploratory Program held in 100 Mile House got carpentry experience at 108 Mile Heritage Site.

Backpack essentials and how to engage in the classroom

Posted on: August 24, 2021

Being prepared for the first week of class reduces anxiety and boosts confidence.

How to use Kaltura

Posted on: May 13, 2021

Kaltura is a video repository used for video creation, editing, storage and cataloguing, and integrates with WordPress and Moodle for video-based projects.

Assistive Technology Feature – Quizlet

Posted on: March 8, 2021

Assistive Technology Assistant Nadia Karim recommends the digital flashcard app Quizlet to help with retaining information.

Pop in to ESTR’s virtual spring market

Posted on: March 4, 2021

After successfully launching their first ever online, virtual pop-up market this past Christmas, TRU’s Education and Skills program is back with a Spring Pop-Up Market.

Laptop, notebook with pen, mug, and vase of flowers on top of a desk.

Assistive Technology Feature – Read&Write

Posted on: February 23, 2021

Student Storyteller Amna Qazi wanted to learn more about the features and benefits of Read&Write, so she connected with Assistive Technology Specialist Nadia Karim to make the most out of this platform.