TRU embraces open resources and tech for student success February 28, 2025
By Kim Van Haren In a bold move to transform how higher education is delivered, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is leading the TRUly Flexible initiative…
By Kim Van Haren In a bold move to transform how higher education is delivered, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is leading the TRUly Flexible initiative…
KAMLOOPS — A grassroots initiative co-led by Thompson Rivers University (TRU) to foster the use of open-source technologies for higher education is gaining momentum with…
The extension of high-speed internet to underserved communities in the Cariboo means students will have greater access to post-secondary education and training. Over $37 million…
Renée Anderson, associate teaching professor in the School of Nursing, has won the monthly BCcampus Award for Excellence in Open Education. Anderson is one of…
This article was originally published in BCcampus. Renée Anderson is associate teaching professor in the School of Nursing at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and is…
This article was originally published in BCcampus. The BCcampus Award for Excellence in Open Education is bestowed monthly. The award recipient this February is Natasha…
By Brandi Thring Calgary’s Amanda Speers and Mark Garlough of Tsawwassen arrived at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) from different places for different reasons, but their…
While at TRU, Dr. Dinesh Ramoo wanted to resolve a gap in Open Educational Resources for the psychology of language—a topic of interest to many…
Blogger Clint Lalonde not only talks about TRU's dedication to open education, but he even ties in the university's vision statement and how it all…
The newest recipient of the BCcampus Award for Excellence in Open Education is Christine Miller, lecturer in the Department of University and Employment Preparation at…
Izabela Mazur is being recognized with the BCcampus Award for Excellence in Open Education for her hard work in Open Educational Resources (OER), and efforts…
BigBlueButton is an online tool used primarily for the virtual classroom experience, but there's also has the capacity for social gatherings and creative play. This…
TRU ranks fifth among the top 10 online universities in the country. With the convenience of studying at home at a pace that works for…
In this article about how Canadians are shifting careers during the pandemic, the Globe and Mail talked to a Regina man who is studying online…
Academica's Top Ten includes an article by Michelle Harrison, TRU senior instructional designer, who shares some of her initial thoughts and findings from her research…
As TRU’s Director of Learning Technology and Innovation for Open Learning, Brian Lamb knows a thing or two about online learning and learning technology. He…