Thompson Rivers University Tourism Management

Thompson Rivers University Tourism Management Resort & Hotel Management, Sport Event Management, Events & Convention Management, Adventure Studies

From local to global, our Tourism Management programs connect students to places, cultures, and people through tourism in meaningful ways. Learn key business skills and gain the expertise to develop quality tourist experiences, and the ability to successfully manage local, regional, national and international tourism businesses and organizations. Students can ladder into the Bachelor of Tourism Management from tourism or business diplomas at TRU or elsewhere.

Research doesn't always happen in a lab.Sometimes it starts with a simple question: Why do we order more food than we ca...
07/29/2026

Research doesn't always happen in a lab.

Sometimes it starts with a simple question: Why do we order more food than we can eat?

TRU Tourism faculty member Dr. Yaou Hu's latest research explores how menus' communication of portion sizes can influence what people order.

Her research found that when diners have a clearer idea of how much food they're ordering, they're less likely to over-order and waste food. It's a simple idea that could help restaurants reduce waste while helping customers make more informed choices.

Read more: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1447677026000082?via%3Dihub

07/24/2026

We asked Interim Dean Yasmin Dean one simple question. Why does tourism matter?

With wildfires burning across British Columbia and across the country, many of us are thinking about the immediate impac...
07/22/2026

With wildfires burning across British Columbia and across the country, many of us are thinking about the immediate impact on people, communities and the landscapes we love.

But wildfire is also a reminder that there's important work happening long before a fire starts.

Understanding how we manage forests, learning from Indigenous approaches to land stewardship, and exploring how communities can become more resilient all play a role in preparing for the future.

That's why TRU offers the Sociocultural Dynamics of Wildfire Certificate. It's a program built around understanding the human side of wildfire and the relationships between people, land and community.

Photo from Winter 2026: Students in Braiding Knowledges: Western & Indigenous Perspectives on Wildfires learning from Indigenous Fire Keeper Elder Joe Gilchrist.

Did you know that 62% of adults say one of their earliest childhood memories is a family vacation?Research suggests ther...
07/16/2026

Did you know that 62% of adults say one of their earliest childhood memories is a family vacation?

Research suggests there's a reason for that. Our brains are more likely to hold onto experiences that are new, meaningful and shared with the people around us.

But those trips are about more than the memories we take home.

Every vacation supports hotels, restaurants, attractions, transportation providers, guides, local businesses and the communities that welcome visitors.

Tourism isn't just about where people go.

It's about the people and places that make those experiences possible.

07/06/2026

It's always fun to wonder where everyone ends up after convocation. 🎓🐺

We asked a few of our graduates what they're doing next and what their dream job is. Here's what they wrote.

Congratulations again to the Class of 2026. We hope you keep us posted along the way.

It might not feel like it yet, but fall will be here before we know it.Registration for Fall 2026 classes is now open, a...
07/03/2026

It might not feel like it yet, but fall will be here before we know it.

Registration for Fall 2026 classes is now open, and we can't wait to welcome you back to campus.

Remember to register by **Sept. 4, 2026** to secure your classes.

We'll see you this fall! 🍂

🎿 Were you injured on the hill — or do you work on one?TRU student Duncan Knight wants to hear from you. Duncan, a Maste...
06/26/2026

🎿 Were you injured on the hill — or do you work on one?

TRU student Duncan Knight wants to hear from you. Duncan, a Master’s student at Thompson Rivers University, is researching why in-bounds skiing and snowboarding accidents happen at resorts across Western North America.

He’s looking for two kinds of people to interview:

👉 Anyone injured while skiing or riding at a resort
👉 Industry pros — patrol, lift ops, grooming, or other on-hill roles — who can speak to resort injuries

It’s a relaxed 20-minute chat, and participants can stay anonymous or be credited in the report. The study is open to current TRU students and alumni alike.

📩 Interested? Email Duncan at [email protected] and he’ll take it from there.

Reviewed and approved by the TRU Research Ethics Board (File #104747).

06/25/2026

Ask someone about a memorable trip and chances are they’ll tell you about something they ate. 🍲🥢

A meal. A café. A random spot they discovered and still talk about years later.

That’s what inspired Kamloops Flavours by the River, a tourism concept developed by TRU Tourism student Ximena Aguilarcof.

Through the TRU Tourism Innovation Lab, Ximena is exploring how food experiences can help visitors connect with the stories, culture and people that make Kamloops unique.

If you’re interested in collaborating or learning more about the project, reach out to Ximena by 📧 [email protected] or instagram ximenaaguilarcof.

One of the things we love about tourism is that it connects to so many different fields. ✈️🌲Kenneth recently graduated f...
06/24/2026

One of the things we love about tourism is that it connects to so many different fields. ✈️🌲

Kenneth recently graduated from TRU's Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Tourism Destination Development after completing a co-op placement with the Sustainability Office.

His experience is a reminder that tourism students don't just work in tourism. They bring their skills into all kinds of spaces, including sustainability. ♻️

Congratulations on your graduation, Kenneth. We wish you all the best in what's next.

Finished a research paper, conference project or a report that you're proud of?Future Earth, TRU's student journal on su...
06/23/2026

Finished a research paper, conference project or a report that you're proud of?

Future Earth, TRU's student journal on sustainability and the environment, is accepting submissions from undergraduate and graduate students.

The journal publishes a range of work, including research articles, creative nonfiction and Indigenous perspectives on sustainability.

Future Earth accepts submissions year-round.

Learn more about the submission process:
https://publishing.bceln.ca/index.php/future-earth/about/submissions

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