CFJC Today | Amateur ornithologists flock to TRU for bird tour May 24, 2024
"We need nature more than we’ve ever needed it before," said avid ornithologist and Professor Emerit Dr. Tom Dickinson during a recent bird tour on campus.…
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TRU-UBCO team up for success with EcoHaven May 22, 2024
An interdisciplinary approach paired with passion is behind an international win for students from Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO).…
Castanet | TRU sustainability office wins national award for leadership excellence May 3, 2024
The sustainability office has added hardware to its trophy case after winning the 2024 gold Leadership Excellence Award for Managerial Staff from the Colleges and…
TRU campus bird walk open to public May 3, 2024
KAMLOOPS —Professor Emerit and avid ornithologist Dr. Tom Dickinson leads a bird tour at the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Kamloops campus that’s open to anyone…
Education News Canada | CICan announces 2024 Awards of Excellence recipients May 1, 2024
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) proudly announces its 2024 Awards of Excellence recipients, spotlighting innovation and exceptional performance. This year, TRU’s Sustainability Office team is…
TRU’s Sustainability Office team wins gold for outstanding leadership May 1, 2024
KAMLOOPS – Known for its sustainable practices and initiatives, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has won a national award recognizing its engagement in and commitment to…
Building a sustainable university April 22, 2024
Every day is Earth Day at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). The Kamloops campus is teeming with initiatives showcasing the university’s dedication and commitment to expanding…
TRU recognized as bee-friendly campus March 19, 2024
KAMLOOPS — The Thompson Rivers University (TRU) campus is abuzz with excitement after being named a certified Bee City Campus. Kamloops became BC’s first Bee…
CBC Kamloops | TRU sustainability week March 5, 2024
James Gordon, manager of Sustainability Programs, speaks with CBC's Daybreak Kamloops about events on campus in honour of Sustainable Development Goals Week, from March 4-8. Story…
Education News Canada | Lecture explores how technology is revolutionizing precision ranching February 27, 2024
Science faculty member Dr. John Church discusses improved 21st-century animal and land management in his lecture at the Inaugural Professorial Lecture series. Read more
Gaglardi student exemplifies women in science leadership February 13, 2024
The need for leadership in environmental sustainability is an increasingly important global topic. So much so that this year's United Nations theme for the Feb.…
CBC Kamloops | TRU clothing exchange February 7, 2024
A clothing exchange is happening on campus this week (Feb. 5 - 9). Hosted by the Thompson Rivers University Students' Union Equity Committee, the event…
KamloopsBCNow | TRU is hosting a free repair café in March February 2, 2024
The Sustainability Office is hosting a repair café on Tuesday, March 5. Community members can bring small household items or clothing and textiles to have…
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…
Education News Canada | Sustainability conference focuses on solving community-based issues December 6, 2023
Recognized nationally and internationally for its sustainability initiatives and achievements, TRU invites the campus and local communities to a conversation on sustainability and resilience. "A…
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…
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…
Human action key to polar bear survival October 4, 2023
While polar bears tend to avoid humans and stick to cold climates, advocating for them has taken TRU alum Alysa McCall (BSc Hons ’10) from…
Castanet | TRU Sustainability to distribute air purifiers to community to deal with wildfire smoke September 26, 2023
TRU's sustainability office has received a donation of air purifiers and filters valued over $10,000 to donate to at-risk groups impacted by wildfire smoke. “HEPA…
