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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Blazing a trail for a future with fossils September 8, 2022
Trust your instincts and you may discover trails to unexpected places — at least that’s what happened to TRU’s Jada Glen, fourth year Bachelor of…
Castanet Kamloops | New local tourism CEO March 8, 2022
Monica Dickinson has been named as Tourism Kamloops’s new CEO. Dickinson studied hotel and resort management at Thompson Rivers University, graduating from the school’s tourism management…
InfoNews | How a Thompson Rivers University graduate invented a new caffeinated beverage December 13, 2021
After eight years of hard work behind the scenes, a Thompson Rivers University alumnus is watching his coffee-based product launch across the country, while helping…
Building a business with TRU alum Max Rivest November 25, 2021
By Brynn Roach When asking a founder, CEO or investor what the most important lesson in entrepreneurship is, you’ll likely hear the phrase: “Don’t start…
The Coast Reporter | Sunshine Coast tourism appoints new marketing manager November 5, 2021
TRU alum Crystal Solberg took the position of Sunshine Coast Tourism marketing manager on Oct. 12, bringing with her more than nine years of experience…
Castanet | Improvements at the Bluffs November 3, 2021
TRU students took a project to Skaha Bluffs, working with ACMG Guides Russ Turner of Skaha Rock Adventures Ltd. and Fred Amyot from Thompson Rivers…
Sun Peaks Independent News | What can resort communities do to help save future ski seasons? October 28, 2021
Climate change will affect ski resort season length and quality due to variability of snowfall amounts and weather patterns, at both a high and low…
Kamloops BC Now | The Face of Baking: Paige Knapp May 7, 2021
TRU event management alumna Paige Knapp has found sweet success running the Sweet Spot cupcake bakery. Owning the business that she started off at is…
Clearwater Times | TRU adventure students optimistic about tourism future in B.C. April 26, 2021
TRU Adventure Tourism program students continue to train in Clearwater, a practices that has been going on for almost three decades. Read more
New Wells Gray centre allows year-round study November 16, 2020
A new educational facility near Wells Gray Provincial Park is nearly three decades in the making. Thompson Rivers University is pleased to expand the Wells…
