Craning begins for new East Village modular student housing March 3, 2023
The on-site delivery and craning-in of the first modulars for new student housing at East Village starts on Monday, April 3. The modular housing was…
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How to support Muslim students throughout Ramadan February 27, 2023
Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims around the world, characterized by a full month of obligatory fasting and a spiritual cleanse. When this holy…
Grad student takes the stage at national conference February 23, 2023
When Master of Science in Environmental Science student Natalie Maslowski received an email from Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) president’s office inviting her to attend Universities…
Overcoming office hour anxiety January 26, 2023
When it comes to attending your instructor’s office hours, it can be especially daunting when you’re not sure how to approach the material. Do you…
Making a canine connection: Tips for Therapy Dog Thursdays January 11, 2023
Student Wellness Ambassador and Storyteller Samiul Khan was curious but nervous about Therapy Dog Thursdays and wanted to learn how to connect in a way…
Tips from a Peer Academic Coach December 22, 2022
Taryn Walter is a student storyteller who met with a peer academic coach, Michelle, to troubleshoot academic challenges and explore holistic solutions. Navigating academic challenges…
From paddling to powder in pursuit of adventure December 13, 2022
Embracing her place within the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc people while pursuing a life of adventure is central to who 20-year-old Thompson Rivers University (TRU) student…
How to navigate counselling services November 22, 2022
Student Storyteller Ambika Raval met with Counsellor Cliff Robinson to discuss how counsellors can promote and assist with personal growth, academic performance and professional development.…
WolfPack Men's Soccer team takes U SPORTS gold November 14, 2022
KAMLOOPS – Three games, three shootouts, three WolfPack wins, one U SPORTS Men's Soccer gold. The Thompson Rivers WolfPack men's soccer team earned its first…
Law students take trophy at Hooplaw 2022 October 4, 2022
Law students looked to score on the court rather than in court at this year's back-to-in-person Hooplaw basketball tournament for members of the Lower Mainland…
Scholarship helps Ukrainian student focus on studies, family September 28, 2022
When 21-year-old Kateryna (Kate) Tretiakova left her home in Kyiv, Ukraine, to attend TRU four years ago, she thought she’d never look back. She said…
How to survive and thrive in meetings September 8, 2022
Meetings are for information sharing, brainstorming, planning or problem-solving, so knowing what to expect and what is expected of you will make for a productive…
Interview with a Gaglardi Student Ambassador August 19, 2022
Shirlene Ndenga is a second-year MBA student at the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics, current vice-president internal in the Thompson Rivers University Students'…
Star co-op students discuss campus supports March 9, 2022
When there is so much talent to choose from, it’s not a surprise that there were two winners of the 2021 TRU Co-op Students of…
New-to-TRU student prepares for Job Fair February 28, 2022
Lauren Keller is a new-to-TRU storyteller and will be reporting on her orientation and transition experience throughout the upcoming year. Career & Experiential Learning is…
Becoming a better writer with the Writing Centre February 15, 2022
Lauren Keller is a new-to-TRU storyteller and will be reporting on her orientation and transition experience throughout the upcoming year. Writing an essay can be…
Six reasons to keep a tidy workspace February 14, 2022
Student Marketing Assistant Hanna Conradi (she/her), collaborated with the Student Wellness Ambassador Team to share their favourite organization tips. Maintaining tidy and organized personal and…
Academica Top Ten | TRU announces expansion of on-campus housing with modular units December 17, 2021
Thompson Rivers University is expanding its on-campus housing with a modular housing village called West Gate Dormitories, which will be ready for students in January…
Radio NL | No concerns from City of Kamloops as TRU builds 114 temporary modular housing units for students December 17, 2021
The City of Kamloops says while it has not issued a permit to Thompson Rivers University to build temporary camp-style student housing on campus, there…
Reflecting on Transgender Day of Remembrance November 19, 2021
As a student storyteller, Nicole Stanchfield (she/her) represents the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, supports educational programming initiatives and builds partnerships that will strengthen TRU Student Life's presence…
