Health-care grants benefit TRU students December 13, 2023
KAMLOOPS – Students in certain health-care programs at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) can get $2,000 to $5,000 per program year in Priority Health grants toward…
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CBC Kamloops | TRU's ranching program December 11, 2023
Changes have been announced to TRU Williams Lake's ranching program. Renamed Regenerative Agriculture, the new program looks at the impacts of climate change. Gillian Watt,…
Castanet | TRU ranching program undergoes substantial revamp, renamed 'regenerative agriculture' December 7, 2023
TRU's Applied Sustainable Ranching program in Williams Lake has been renamed and revamped to better serve the needs of students and the changing environment. Renamed…
Enhanced program reinforces excellence in agricultural education December 6, 2023
WILLIAMS LAKE – Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) Applied Sustainable Ranching program in Williams Lake has been renamed and revamped to better serve the needs of…
TRU celebrates grand opening of newest student residence November 22, 2023
KAMLOOPS — Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has expanded its student housing in Kamloops, with the newest residence now open for occupancy. A grand opening ceremony…
Sun Peaks Independent News | Top Canadian snowboarder Katie Brayer invited to World Cup events November 16, 2023
Ranked fourth in Canada for Women’s Slopestyle and forty-first in the world for Slopestyle after just three years in competition, Katie Brayer’s life is devoted…
The Abbotsford News | Abbotsford’s Raine Padgham receives invite to All-American Women’s Baseball Classic November 15, 2023
Raine Padgham, TRU student and first female member of the Wolfpack baseball team, has been invited to the All-American Women’s Baseball Classic event in Florida,…
Two decades and growing support for campus cricket November 14, 2023
The ICC Cricket World Cup takes place far from Thompson Rivers University (TRU), forcing local fans to follow their favourite teams remotely. Thankfully, those who…
Cook training fires up students for tasteful careers November 10, 2023
[caption id="attachment_2981455" align="alignright" width="373"] Cook training students provide food for TRU's on-campus cafeteria in Williams Lake.[/caption] By Kim Van Haren Food brings people together, builds…
Putting your skillset to the test through volunteerism November 10, 2023
Volunteering is critical to professional development for a multitude of reasons: you can gain experience in different areas and discover what tasks you enjoy doing;…
Radio NL | TRU WolfPack opens new Sports Legacy Fund High Performance Training Centre October 25, 2023
The TRU WolfPack has officially opened the Sports Legacy Fund High Performance Training Centre. Curtis Atkinson, director of athletics and recreation, says the space will…
How to prepare for a doctor's appointment October 23, 2023
Visiting a doctor can be an overwhelming experience. If you’re feeling rushed, nervous, intimidated or embarrassed, you might leave the appointment feeling like you didn’t…
Castanet | Longtime TRU men's volleyball coach Hennelly excited for 18th season, recruiting class October 20, 2023
Pat Hennelly is about to embark on his 18th year as head coach of the WolfPack men’s volleyball team. “I’d like to get us back…
Trail building clears a path to reconciliation October 17, 2023
From building trails to building relationships, support from Sun Peaks Resort is forging connections with Thompson Rivers University (TRU) students. Last year, Sun Peaks Resort…
Kamloops This Week | Down Syndrome Week begins on Oct. 22 October 16, 2023
The brother of a TRU student credits family and support workers for informing him about the joys and challenges of having a sibling with Down…
CFJC Today | Sun chasers flock to Thompson Rivers University to view solar eclipse October 16, 2023
Astronomy buffs gathered on campus recently to catch a rare celestial sight. "This is the best eclipse we’ve had visible in Kamloops since 2017," said…
Lightbulb moment leads family to sustainable ranching October 11, 2023
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) student Kelly Davison spent her childhood feeling “less than.” Living in foster care for several years, she says her foster mother…
CFJC Today | TRU community comes together for 12th Annual Pride Parade September 28, 2023
On September 27, the TRU community came together for the annual Pride Parade. “I’m really glad that everyone has gathered today and has come together…
CBC Kamloops | TRU theatre September 22, 2023
Arts faculty member and director Catriona Leger and TRU student actors speak with Daybreak Kamloops about the Actors Workshop Theatre's exuberant comedy, Goodnight Desdemona (Good…
How to survive your first day at work (and beyond) September 22, 2023
Taylor Patton completed three marketing co-ops, one with TRU World and two with Career and Experiential Learning (CEL). As she wrapped up her third and…
