TRU launches financial awards for Williams Lake nursing students May 28, 2026
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has launched new student awards to support learners entering the Practical Nursing Diploma program at its Williams Lake campus and help…
Tag: prospective students
TRU and City of Williams Lake commit to a shared future for post-secondary education in the region May 27, 2026
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and the City of Williams Lake have signed a Letter of Understanding (LoU) that marks a significant step forward in their…
TRU Open House welcomes Kamloops and Williams Lake communities October 3, 2025
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) welcomes prospective students and community members to its Kamloops and Williams Lake campuses for Open House. Everyone is invited to explore…
New diploma answers demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals March 5, 2025
KAMLOOPS—As digital attacks become increasingly common and complex, there is a growing need for cybersecurity professionals to keep personal and business computer systems secure. Those…
CBC Kamloops | High-achievers at TRU summer camp July 26, 2023
Earlier this month, TRU welcomed 48 Grade 10 and 11 students to its Kamloops campus to participate in the first Shad program at the university, led…
TRU's first Shad students experience the BC Interior July 25, 2023
A unique chemistry happens when exceptional students from high schools across Canada converge on campus for four weeks of hands-on learning, change making and university…
TRU invites community to campus July 5, 2023
KAMLOOPS–Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is giving potential students, families and community members of all ages a chance to shake up their “staycation” this summer. A…
Donation makes glass pipe dream a reality November 23, 2022
[caption id="attachment_2975199" align="alignright" width="270"] Glass piping allows students to see inside a multi-pipe system.[/caption] Plumbing — it’s not just about toilets. And once you’ve had…
What is a post-baccalaureate? July 6, 2022
After four years of hard work, you've earned your undergraduate degree—congratulations! You are now prepared to enter the workforce, armed with your undergraduate degree credential.…
What is a graduate degree? May 4, 2022
You have finished your undergraduate degree… Now what? During your undergraduate degree, you may have heard professors share information about graduate studies, or noticed events…
What is an undergraduate degree? April 27, 2022
Navigating the world of university as a new student can be confusing. There are so many different choices—knowing where to start can be tough! So,…
Backpack essentials for the new-to-TRU student August 24, 2021
Lauren Keller is a new-to-TRU storyteller and will be reporting on her orientation and transition experience throughout the upcoming year. As I was preparing for…
Student Survival Guide: a step-by-step approach August 17, 2021
Lauren Keller is a new-to-TRU storyteller and will be reporting on her orientation and transition experience throughout the upcoming year. Starting university can be stressful;…
New-to-TRU storyteller prepares for campus life July 21, 2021
Lauren Keller recently graduated from Peter Skene Ogden Secondary; as part of a capstone project, she wrote a regular column with the 100 Mile Free…
Choose how you take classes this fall June 14, 2021
https://youtu.be/ZlAmG94YA8Y Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is preparing to safely welcome students back to in-person classes on campus in Kamloops and Williams Lake this fall, with…
Consent education for the next generation June 8, 2021
Consent is an integral aspect of relationship building. Respecting boundaries, asking for permission and gaining a deeper understanding of comfort levels can undeniably benefit people's…
Radio NL | TRU's Faculty of Students Dean talks about summer session April 27, 2021
TRU Dean of the Faculty of Students Chris Adam talks with Howie Reimer about what summer courses will look like at the university, with almost…
Williams Lake Tribune | Youth Discovers the Trades gives students a vision for their future February 24, 2020
Grade 7 students from Columneetza Secondary School in Williams Lake took some tools for test drives at the annual Youth Discovers Trades event held at…
Finding connections at Cplul’kw’ten October 16, 2019
As the semester gets into full swing, I’m reminded of the importance of connectivity and the need for an academic community. Navigating student life can…
New semester brings changes to on-campus housing September 16, 2019
In June of 2018, TRU acquired the property and buildings known as Upper College Heights (UCH). Since that time, TRU invested $5 million in renovations,…
