Student-led program helped fight food insecurity at VIU

It has been a busy year for Leah Vaisanen as she finishes up her studies while running a program tackling food insecurity on campus.

Lauryn MackenzieMarch 27, 2025VIU, VIUSU, Vancouver Island University

VIU Students’ Union starts campaign to bring back 24-7 library hours

In prior years, Vancouver Island University students could access the library 24-7, but in the last year, this has changed to reduced hours, leaving many students annoyed.

Lauryn MackenzieMarch 27, 2025VIU, Vancouver Island University, VIUSU, Vancouver Island University Students Union

Nanaimo-Gabriola Island Candidates present their case to students and young voters at VIUSU All Candidate Forum

Part two of a two-part report on the VIUSU All Candidates Forum

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 11, 2024Nanaimo, Elections BC, NDP, BC Green Party, Conservative Party of BC, Nanaimo-Gabriola Island, Nanaimo-Lantzville, VIUSU

Nanaimo-Lantzville candidates speak on student-centred questions at VIUSU All Candidate Forum

Part one of a two-part report on the VIUSU All Candidates Forum

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 11, 2024Nanaimo, Elections BC, NDP, BC Green Party, Conservative Party of BC, Nanaimo-Gabriola Island, Nanaimo-Lantzville, VIUSU

Nanaimo International Film Screening Society launches new film series

The Nanaimo International Film Screening Society is launching a new film series to connect Nanaimo to a global film community.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 4, 2024Nanaimo, Elections BC, NDP, BC Green Party, Conservative Party of BC, Nanaimo-Gabriola Island, Nanaimo-Lantzville, VIUSU

Vancouver Island University’s Students' Union hosts All Candidates Forum encouraging young voters to get out and vote

With Election Day weeks ahead, the Vancouver Island University Students’ Union is encouraging students to get out and vote.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 3, 2024Nanaimo, Elections BC, NDP, BC Green Party, Conservative Party of BC, Nanaimo-Gabriola Island, Nanaimo-Lantzville, VIUSU

VIUSU fights for students’ rights to protest on campus

Vancouver Island University Students’ Union has had to take steps to hold the university accountable for the measures they have placed in response to the VIU Palestine Solidarity Encampment.

Lauryn MackenzieMay 29, 2024Nanaimo, VIU, Vancouver Island University, Encampment, Pal, VIUSU