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11 instructional Departments at VIU including: Theatre, Visual Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Creative Writing and Journalism, English, History, Media Studies, Studies in Women and Gender, Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies, and Modern Languages The Faculty of Arts and Humanities observes and studies how people have made and continue to make sense of the world through stories, images, music, and discourse. We support and encourage lifelong journeys of self-discovery and creative expression and explore how to address the challenges we face as individuals and communities.

This week, the wonderful poet Stephen Collis will be delivering the Gustafson Distinguished Poet’s Lecture and presentin...
10/19/2026

This week, the wonderful poet Stephen Collis will be delivering the Gustafson Distinguished Poet’s Lecture and presenting two unique poetry readings!

đź“šWednesday, October 21, at 11:30 am: Student Reading and Q & A
Malaspina Theatre Lobby
VIU Nanaimo Campus, Building 310
900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5

🎤Wednesday, October 21, at 7 pm: Community Reading
Windowseat Books
321 Wesley St #6, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A9
Opening Poet: VIU Student Lee Groen
Music: Dr. Paul Watkins

👨‍🏫Thursday, October 22, at 7 pm: The 2026 Gustafson Distinguished Poet’s Lecture
VIU Nanaimo Campus, Building 355, Room 203
900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
Dr. Mike Roberson will present the Introduction
Catered Reception to Follow (in Building 355, Room 211)

Happening tomorrow! Where: VIEW Gallery What: FREE Artist Talk When: Sept. 24 @ 12:00 p.m.Who: Jeannette Sirois ...
09/22/2026

Happening tomorrow!

Where: VIEW Gallery
What: FREE Artist Talk
When: Sept. 24 @ 12:00 p.m.
Who: Jeannette Sirois

Happening tonight! 🖋️What: Poetry in the Harbour, a reading series in NanaimoWhen: Wednesday, September 9th, at 7PMWhere...
09/09/2026

Happening tonight! 🖋️
What: Poetry in the Harbour, a reading series in Nanaimo
When: Wednesday, September 9th, at 7PM
Where: Pipers Lagoon Lobby (in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, entrance at 80 Commercial Street across from the Vancouver Island Literacy Centre)
How Much: FREE!
Who: Kevin Spenst, dalton derkson, Erin Zinsky, Bailey Bellosillo

Thinking about taking a course this fall? Check out HIST 121 and 207! đź‘€
07/30/2026

Thinking about taking a course this fall? Check out HIST 121 and 207! đź‘€

Moose Hide Flag Raising CeremonyJoin us on May 14 from 10 to 10:30 am in the RBC Plaza for a Moose Hide Campaign Flag Ra...
05/13/2026

Moose Hide Flag Raising Ceremony

Join us on May 14 from 10 to 10:30 am in the RBC Plaza for a Moose Hide Campaign Flag Raising Ceremony. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to come together in support of ending violence against women and children. The Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led movement that began in BC, calling on all of us to raise awareness, spark meaningful conversations, and take action. A livestream featuring sessions and ceremonies will also be available in Shq’apthut from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Drop in and be part of this important day!

Portal, VIU’s full-colour literary magazine, celebrates its 35th anniversary on Friday April 24th at Beban Auditorium A,...
04/20/2026

Portal, VIU’s full-colour literary magazine, celebrates its 35th anniversary on Friday April 24th at Beban Auditorium A, 2300 Bowen Road, marking the accomplishments of its 34 student authors and photographers.

Portal 2026 will be on newsstands across the country in May, but will launch when doors open at 6:30 on the 24thfollowed by an evening of readings from contributors, music by the Wellington Jazz Academy, and the awarding of Creative Writing department scholarships and recognition of graduates. The issue’s Managing Editors Taylor Fleming and Alexandra Groenwoldt will emcee, and Dean Katharine Rollwagen and department Chair Craig Taylor and other faculty will be there to cheer them on.

https://events.viu.ca/portal-celebrates-35-years-launch-2026-issue-april-24th

Join Media Studies students and faculty Thursday April 23rd from 4-7 pm at Verra Creative, 21 Nicol St, Nanaimo for a ye...
04/20/2026

Join Media Studies students and faculty Thursday April 23rd from 4-7 pm at Verra Creative, 21 Nicol St, Nanaimo for a year-end sample of student projects, mingling with industry guests, and recognition of graduates. From 5-5:45 pm, the event will unveil a highlight reel of videos, the online magazine Bright’s latest good news, and excerpts from graduate projects for guests and curious attendees who want a taste of what the department has been up to in its 21st year.

The department invites people to stop by, check out student stations to participate in interactive demos, ask questions, or screen trailers in this innovative and informational open-house event.

All are welcome to attend the final year-end show for our Bachelor of Interior Design students. April 25 from 12-5pm at ...
04/16/2026

All are welcome to attend the final year-end show for our Bachelor of Interior Design students. April 25 from 12-5pm at the conference centre downtown. Free entry, and lots of talented students to chat with about their learning, projects and goals moving forward after graduation.

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