Castanet | Research addresses real-world challenges, improves peoples’ lives November 13, 2024
"Research, when you strip away the academic uniform, is about asking how we can make things better. At TRU, it’s not just a pursuit of…
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The Runner | KPU and TRU cattle research collab may make beef industry more resilient to climate change November 8, 2024
Researchers are testing a new breed of cattle that may be able to withstand extreme heat in Canada. The new study, led collaboratively by Kwantlen Polytechnic…
Castanet | SD73, TRU partner to boost student transition rates to post-secondary November 5, 2024
Created in 2022, the TRU-SD73 Joint Transitions Committee is currently working to lead students into markets with labour shortages, create earlier transitions into post-secondary, boost…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Student Success Stories
TRU students build skills beyond the classroom November 1, 2024
By Kim Van Haren Bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world skills is a vital part of the university experience. Through career development programs,…
Canadian Geographic | The race to save B.C.’s bats October 31, 2024
As a deadly disease threatens bats’ survival, conservationists rush to find an antidote before it’s too late. Biological Sciences faculty member Dr. Naowarat (Ann) Cheeptham and…
Salmon Arm Observer | Orphaned fisher kits return to wild in B.C. Interior October 30, 2024
Master of Science in Environmental Science students and Recovering Fishers Population Project members Shannon Werden and Mae Frank are delighted to see orphaned fisher kit…
Science, Microbes and Health | Developing probiotics to prevent white nose syndrome in bats October 23, 2024
Biological Sciences faculty member Dr. Naowarat (Ann) Cheeptham discusses how she and her colleagues are looking for strategies to prevent a fungal infection in bats…
CFJC Today | First crop of graduates from TRU’s accelerated anesthesia assistant program set to work in local operating rooms October 22, 2024
A group of respiratory therapists are ready to set foot in the operating room as newly minted anesthesia assistants, due to a partnership between Interior…
Faculty of Science, Featured, News releases, Open Learning
First cohort of Interior Health clinicians graduates from TRU program October 22, 2024
KAMLOOPS – A group of respiratory therapists are ready to set foot in the operating room as newly minted anesthesia assistants, due to a partnership…
CFJC Today | TRU approved to install 1,000 solar panels as part of zero-carbon goal October 21, 2024
TRU is among the first university in B.C. to receive approval from BC Hydro to install more than 1,000 solar panels across campus over the…
The Conversation | The B.C. election could decide the future of the province’s species at risk laws October 18, 2024
"Canada’s current laws aren't doing enough to protect species at risk, and the time for action to make new laws or strengthen the existing ones…
Alumni, Featured, Giving
President’s Circle welcomes new members October 17, 2024
Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) President’s Circle has 15 new members. The President’s Circle recognizes extraordinary contributions to the university — specifically, cumulative financial donations of…
Castanet | Economic impact, benefits of TRU on region and province can’t be ignored October 9, 2024
"It’s hard to imagine community and societal growth or progress without the influence of institutions such as TRU," writes President Brett Fairbairn. Read more
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti‑Racism, Featured, Indigenous Education, Williams Lake
Coyote Project moves Indigenization forward September 25, 2024
By Kim Van Haren TRU's Coyote Project is a transformative Indigenization initiative that fosters a more inclusive, diverse and respectful academic environment that benefits students,…
Castanet | New dedicated space for students opens at Royal Inland Hospital, hopes to boost recruitment September 24, 2024
A new dedicated space for nursing students has opened up at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in a bid to boost local recruitment. School of Nursing…
Castanet | Remembering is important but action is needed to confront wrongs of the past September 18, 2024
"Remembering the ills, errors and wrongs of the past is an important step all Canadians must take," writes President Brett Fairbairn. "Action is what is…
CBC Daybreak Kamloops | Students on election September 16, 2024
Arts faculty member Dr. Terry Kading and students on campus speak with CBC's Daybreak Kamloops about the upcoming BC election and what students care about…
Castanet | 44th annual Santa Claus Parade to bring movie magic to Kamloops streets September 16, 2024
The annual Santa Claus Parade will be returning this November for its 44th year, with the aim of bringing movie magic to downtown Kamloops streets. “As…
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…
My Cariboo Now | Partnership agreement ensures TRU is a place of belonging for all Indigenous communities September 11, 2024
TRU and the Williams Lake First Nation have signed a partnership agreement to strengthen their collaborative relationship. “This signifies an especially close and lasting relationship,”…
