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We Matter Here: Behind the Scenes of Our Fight for 24/7 Library Access at VIU
VIU, University Relations
We Matter Here: Behind the Scenes of Our Fight for 24/7 Library Access at VIU
VIU, University Relations
VIU, University Relations
Big Changes at VIU — and a Call to Do Better
VIU, University Relations
Big Changes at VIU — and a Call to Do Better
VIU, University Relations
VIU, University Relations
VIU Students Call for the Removal of President Deborah Saucier
Campaigns & Advocacy, Student Rep Updates
VIU Students Call for the Removal of President Deborah Saucier
Campaigns & Advocacy, Student Rep Updates
Campaigns & Advocacy, Student Rep Updates
VIU Students’ Union Stands in Solidarity with Trans Athletes: A Continued Call for Accountability and Inclusivity in PACWEST
Campaigns & Advocacy, Advocacy, Mariners
VIU Students’ Union Stands in Solidarity with Trans Athletes: A Continued Call for Accountability and Inclusivity in PACWEST
Campaigns & Advocacy, Advocacy, Mariners
Campaigns & Advocacy, Advocacy, Mariners
VIUSU Election Candidates Announced: Meet the Future Leaders of VIU and your Students’ Union.
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
VIUSU Election Candidates Announced: Meet the Future Leaders of VIU and your Students’ Union.
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
VIU Students Share Their Voice: The VIUSU Services + Facilities Survey
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
VIU Students Share Their Voice: The VIUSU Services + Facilities Survey
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
VIUSU Governance & Your Membership
Ensuring Fairness at VIU: Why Tribunal Integrity Matters
University Relations
Ensuring Fairness at VIU: Why Tribunal Integrity Matters
University Relations
University Relations
A Statement from your Students’ Union Executive Committee: We Stand in Solidarity with the VIU Women’s Basketball Team.
Campaigns & Advocacy, Mariners
A Statement from your Students’ Union Executive Committee: We Stand in Solidarity with the VIU Women’s Basketball Team.
Campaigns & Advocacy, Mariners
Campaigns & Advocacy, Mariners

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View fullsize Why is VIU further penalizes students??? Yesterday it was formally announced by VIU that beginning August 31, 2025, parking will be tied to student accounts, and any unpaid parking violations will be treated as outstanding student fees, meaning your
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View fullsize 🍿📣🎬 Ending Movies with Maggie on a high note with But I’m a Cheerleader—a cult classic full of camp, color, and queer joy. Come celebrate the last film of the series with us. 🏳️‍🌈💕🍿 📍bldg 200 / room 203 📅 monday, april 7 / 5
View fullsize We're just one week away from the VIUSU Happy Endings year end outdoor concert. Free food, live music, beer gardens, and games in parking lot Q - next Thursday, April 10. Event starts at 4pm, we go until its dark!