Interested in learning about VIU? Join us for an info session or event.
Info sessions
When you attend an info session with a recruiter from the Office of Future Students you’ll get an overview of VIU. We’ll review the variety of programs VIU offers and the process for becoming a student. We will also give you a good picture of the services and supports for students.
We try to cover the wide range of supports and student life activities, which will include things like:
- athletics
- clubs
- research
- work integrated learning opportunities
- student housing
We leave time in the presentation to answer your questions. We’ll also make sure you know how to connect with us for more information or help. Anyone can attend any of our info sessions, but our sessions focus on information for specific groups.
Sessions for international students
Thinking about moving to Canada for school? VIU hosts info sessions for international students to learn about coming here for school.
Future student sessions
At these sessions we cover all the basics and answer your questions. We will be joined by current VIU students who will share their experiences and insights about transitioning to university.
Attend virtually
6:30–7:30 pm Pacific Time
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Student life sessions
At student life sessions we cover all the basics about student activities and resources. We'll also answer your questions.
Attend in-person
6:30 pm VIU Nanaimo campus
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Attend virtually
6:30–7:30 pm Pacific Time
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Parent's nights
Learn how you can support your child on their post-secondary journey. We want to ensure you have the resources and knowledge you need to support and empower your child in their decisions about university.
Attend Virtually
6:30–7:30 pm Pacific Time
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Mature Students Pub Night
Learn about the mature student experience at VIU. We’ll cover details important to you and we’ll answer all your questions.
Pub Nights
7–9 pm
Students’ Union Pub, VIU Nanaimo campus
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Program and department info sessions
VIU often hosts info sessions that focus on one program or department. These are a great opportunity to decide if a program is a good fit for you.
Program and department info sessions
Events
In the past two years many of our events have been virtual. We are back to in-person events, and we can’t wait to welcome you to campus.
Discovery Day
Discovery Day is a chance for high school students to experience the VIU campus. The event includes faculty open houses, fun hands-on activities for students and a market where you can learn about student life. Local students visit campus with their high school. Schools that are too far away to attend the in-person event can take part virtually
This year, we’re adding a Discovery Night. This event is an opportunity for students to visit on their own outside of school hours. The Discovery Night also includes sessions for parents and a pub night for mature students.
Accessibility
VIU is committed to making our events accessible and barrier-free. If you have any accessibility needs or require accommodations to participate in our events, please email the event organizers at Connect@viu.ca.
Enter to win!
Sign up for VIU emails and be entered to win a grand prize Vancouver Island Stay and Play valued at $2500.
You’ll also be entered to win monthly draws for VIU swag prize packs valued at $150.