tiwšɛmawtxʷ where community and learning connect.
On September 20, 2022 the Tla’amin Nation Executive Council gifted our qathet region campus with the name tiwšɛmawtxʷ which means House of Learning, a name that reflects our place in the community. We honour this name each and every day through inclusion and accessibility for all who wish to expand their knowledge and experience.
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VIU News
A Conversation with Marie Wilson – 10 Years After the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
The public is invited to a free community event of learning and reflection. The Tla’amin Nation, City of Powell River, qathet Regional District, Vancouver…
Alum spotlight on Shauna Andrews
A single creative writing workshop at VIU changed Shauna Andrews’ educational path. She initially didn’t think it was possible to complete an entire…
VIU tiwšɛmawtxʷ celebrates 50 years in the qathet Region
A birthday celebration this month helped kick off a year’s worth of festivities. When Vancouver Island University (VIU) – then Malaspina College – began…
VIU’s tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus invites public input on future of post-secondary training in region
Residents can have their say through a survey and in-person session. Vancouver Island University’s (VIU) tiwšɛmawtxʷ campus is planning for the future delivery…
VIU Events
Feb
19
Evacuation Drill - Lower Campus - February 19, 2026 at 9:00am
Evacuation Drill NoticeVancouver Island University will be conducting a specialized evacuation drill on February 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM involving several…
Feb
19
Provost's Circle
Please join us for Provost’s Circle. These gatherings are a chance to share your experiences at VIU, and, equally, to reflect together on how those…
Feb
19
Black History Month: Book club
Black History Month Book Club. Let’s read and discuss The Skin We’re In by Desmond Cole. In the Malaspina Theatre lobby. Thank you to Dr. Sonnet L…
Feb
19
VIU SPARK Pitch Competition – Info Session
10 minutes might be all it takes to change the trajectory of your journey. Join us for an Info Session to learn more about the VIU SPARK Pitch Competition, a…