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Lightbulb moment leads family to sustainable ranching

Lightbulb moment leads family to sustainable ranching

Oct 11, 2023 / 2:08 pm

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) student Kelly Davison spent her childhood feeling “less than.” Living in foster care for several years, she says her foster...

Why does philanthropy matter at a university?

Why does philanthropy matter at a university?

Oct 4, 2023 / 1:43 pm

TRU student Grace Clemont said receiving the Dr. Joan Sherman Weir Memorial Scholarship was life changing. Hers is just one of many stories featured in the...

Human action key to polar bear survival

Human action key to polar bear survival

Oct 4, 2023 / 9:03 am

While polar bears tend to avoid humans and stick to cold climates, advocating for them has taken TRU alum Alysa McCall (BSc Hons ’10) from the busy streets of...

TRU invites community to fall Open House

TRU invites community to fall Open House

Oct 3, 2023 / 9:21 am

KAMLOOPS – How do you rappel down a building? How realistic is a nursing simulation manikin? This year’s fall Open House at Thompson Rivers University is...

TRU board unanimously approves Indigenous Education Centre

TRU board unanimously approves Indigenous Education Centre

Sep 29, 2023 / 4:30 pm

KAMLOOPS — The Board of Governors of Thompson Rivers University (TRU) unanimously approved to move ahead with construction of a $22-million Indigenous...

Building awards take note of Early Childhood Education Centre

Building awards take note of Early Childhood Education Centre

Sep 29, 2023 / 3:34 pm

The TRU Early Childhood Education Centre is an award winner. The centre was recently recognized at the Thompson Okanagan Commercial Building Awards in the...

Veterinary Technology program receives national accreditation

Veterinary Technology program receives national accreditation

Sep 29, 2023 / 10:40 am

Faculty, staff and students of the Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Veterinary Technology Diploma program are letting some big news sink in. The program,...

Genome BC funds pilot project at the School of Nursing

Genome BC funds pilot project at the School of Nursing

Sep 28, 2023 / 9:00 am

Highlights • Advancements in genetic and genomic technologies allow for more customized health care called ‘precision health.’ • For precision health...

Mapping out the gaps in CBD oil research

Mapping out the gaps in CBD oil research

Sep 28, 2023 / 9:00 am

Research is key to determining how cannabidiol affects children with neurodiversity. What happens when stigma gets in the way?   When a child is diagnosed...

Student supports accelerate their climb to success

Student supports accelerate their climb to success

Sep 27, 2023 / 8:36 am

A rugged landscape, varied terrain and endless kilometres of adventure await outdoor enthusiasts living in and visiting the Kamloops area. Having the desire to...

Justin Trudeau’s India accusation complicates western efforts to rein in China

Justin Trudeau’s India accusation complicates western efforts to rein in China

Sep 20, 2023 / 11:05 am

The Conversation Canada article by TRU Arts faculty member Saira Bano Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s allegation that the Indian government was involved in...

Amaircare donates air purifiers to go to at-risk groups through TRU

Amaircare donates air purifiers to go to at-risk groups through TRU

Sep 19, 2023 / 9:15 am

KAMLOOPS– Wildfire activity in British Columbia — and the smoke it generates — has put the health and well- being of millions of people at risk. To help...

TRU a top performer in 2023 Sustainable Campus Index

TRU a top performer in 2023 Sustainable Campus Index

Sep 18, 2023 / 9:56 am

KAMLOOPS — Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has been recognized as a top performer in the 2023 Sustainable Campus Index, securing the highest position in the...

Knowledge Makers shares Indigenous approach to research worldwide

Knowledge Makers shares Indigenous approach to research worldwide

Sep 15, 2023 / 11:25 am

The Knowledge Makers program has expanded its reach from Kamloops to around the globe, since it first inspired Indigenous students to participate in and publish...

TRU joins national investor initiative to boost climate transition

TRU joins national investor initiative to boost climate transition

Sep 14, 2023 / 12:43 pm

In 2013, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) adopted sustainability as one of its four core values. Today, the university has taken another concrete step in that...

Equity leaders share experiences at TRU series

Equity leaders share experiences at TRU series

Sep 12, 2023 / 9:34 am

Dr. Nicole Kaniki KAMLOOPS — Thompson Rivers University (TRU) invites the community to an evening of personal and professional stories from two women who are...

Scotiabank commits $300,000 for starting business students

Scotiabank commits $300,000 for starting business students

Sep 11, 2023 / 12:46 pm

KAMLOOPS, B.C.—Scotiabank has committed $300,000 to support new university students by funding the BBA First Year Student Success Project at Thompson Rivers...

Student podcast spotlights undergraduate research

Student podcast spotlights undergraduate research

Sep 7, 2023 / 1:58 pm

Thompson Rivers University’s (TRU) undergraduate research ambassadors have created a podcast that debunks common myths and promotes students’ research...

The Streete to a more understanding campus

The Streete to a more understanding campus

Sep 6, 2023 / 12:40 pm

Pauline Streete has a relaxed laugh, a warm smile and a way of making everyone feel immediately welcome — great qualities for TRU’s first executive director...

International students spend summer learning about culture

International students spend summer learning about culture

Aug 31, 2023 / 2:28 pm

KAMLOOPS — Almost 500 students from around the globe learned about culture and language at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) this summer. This is the 16th year...

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