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- February 12, 2024 by Eric Zimmer
Designing VIU’s next signature chocolate in Paris

Baking and Pastry Arts student Grace Poirier shares her story
- February 9, 2024 by Eric Zimmer
Finding community and belonging at VIU

VIU grad and current employee Rayan Zeineddine shares his story
- February 7, 2024
VIU Student Pulse News: February 7

Black History Month and Valentine's Day events ❤️
- February 4, 2024
Healing the mind with psychedelic-assisted therapy

From classroom to career: Valentina Chichiniova
- January 28, 2024 by Becky Duarte
Tips to prioritize your mental health this year

Advice from Wellness Promoter Becky Duarte
- January 25, 2024
VIU Student Pulse News: January 24, 2024

Take care of your mental health 🧠
- January 22, 2024 by Michael Witcomb, Off-Campus Housing Coordinator
Finding a place to live in Nanaimo

5 tips for students looking for housing
- January 10, 2024
VIU Student Pulse News: January 10, 2024

Start the Spring Semester off right 📚
- January 4, 2024 by Eric Zimmer
Child and Youth Care students give back to community with project

Two second-year students share their story

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