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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Education News Canada | Insight Grants support varied works of TRU researchers September 18, 2024
Drs. Nancy Southin, Patrick Brouder and Sarah Moritz have received more than $163,000 through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Development Grants…
Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Faculty of Arts, Featured, News releases
Insight Grants support varied works of TRU researchers September 17, 2024
KAMLOOPS – Three Thompson Rivers University (TRU) researchers received more than $163,000 through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Development Grants program,…
Radio NL | Sun Peaks Bike Park celebrates 25-year anniversary June 11, 2024
Alum and Sun Peaks Resort Director of Communications Christina Antoniak speaks with Radio NL about upcoming events celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the Sun Peaks…
The Wren | What’s the ‘buzz’ with native pollinators? May 21, 2024
“We do have a long history of honey bees (at TRU),” says Dr. Courtney Mason, professor and Canada Research Chair, Rural Livelihoods and Sustainable Communities.…
Radio NL | TRU inks new collaboration agreement with regional tourism group April 9, 2024
A new Memorandum of Understanding agreement between TRU and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) has been hammered out. The agreement involves TOTA providing mentoring…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Giving, News releases
TRU and Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association sign MOU April 8, 2024
KAMLOOPS–Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to benefit students in TRU’s tourism management program…
Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Faculty of Science, Featured, Research and Graduate Studies
TRU researchers awarded prestigious federal grants March 15, 2024
Canada's research community has received over $1.7 billion in funding for researchers and students nationwide, including three faculty members at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). "Congratulations…
iNFOnews | Skiing down handrails? Cool new event coming to Kamloops November 8, 2023
A rail jam event kicking off at TRU on November 17 will showcase seasoned athletes, wearing skies or snowboards, riding down a long hand rail…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Giving
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…
Alumni, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Giving
Student supports accelerate their climb to success September 27, 2023
A rugged landscape, varied terrain and endless kilometres of adventure await outdoor enthusiasts living in and visiting the Kamloops area. Having the desire to explore…
NationTalk | Kajak revivalist recognized with provincial award July 12, 2023
TRU alum Noah Nochasak has been recognized with the 2023 Jim Price Passion for Paddling Award from Paddle Newfoundland and Labrador. The award is presented…
TIME | The Titan sub and the dangers of unregulated deep-sea tourism June 22, 2023
The deep-sea tourism industry is growing—and unregulated. Adventure Studies faculty member Jon Heshka provides insight. Read more
630 CHED | High-risk tourism June 21, 2023
Adventure Studies faculty member Jerry Isaak speaks with 630 CHED about the missing Titanic submersible, and why people are drawn to high-risk tourism activities. Interview -…
CBC BC | You can own this Kamloops bakery for $1,000 — if you win a contest May 29, 2023
Owners of Erwin's Fine Baking and Delicatessen in Kamloops have set up a contest to find their successor. This approach to finding a new owner…
CBC BC | BC community rolls out dog strollers to entice tourists May 19, 2023
The District of 100 Mile House is hoping to attract tourists with a unique stroller pilot project for pet owners. Tourism Management faculty member David…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured
Culinary Arts launches Chef in Residence program March 17, 2023
Culinary and hospitality students at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) have a rare opportunity to learn and be inspired by an acclaimed local chef this semester…
Alumni, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured, Indigenous Education
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…
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Faculty of Education and Social Work, Featured
Lecture series explores research journey November 1, 2022
Their research, teaching and service bring together different communities and world views for societal change. Now they're newly appointed full professors and sharing insights into…
Alumni, Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism, Featured
ShredLoops hits the trail running October 24, 2022
[caption id="attachment_2974153" align="alignright" width="393"] Using drone technology, TRU student and professional photographer Riley Schutz captured footage of riders making their way down the trails.[/caption] If…
