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Important Notice: Changes to Hourly Rates for Educational Programming in 2024 October 5, 2023 - 11:13am

 

We want to share some details on an upcoming change that will affect our educational programming rates at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station, starting in January 2024. Our hourly rate for educational programming will be adjusted to $125 per hour, up from the previous rate of $100 per hour.

 

Why the Change?

Michael Smith Health Foundation Research BC Scholar - Dr. Sharon Karsten September 20, 2023 - 9:54am

Sharon Karsten, PhD, is honoured to live, work and play on the traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation, and to have been welcomed intoDr. Sharon Karsten territories throughout Vancouver Island and beyond, including Kwakwaka'wakw, Coast Salish and Nuu-Chah-Nulth territories.

ADAPT September 13, 2023 - 11:07am

Adaptable Development Approvals Process Toolkit

Logos for the Town of Qualicum Beach and UBCM

Relational leadership framework October 26, 2023 - 12:47pm

During this stage we developed an inquiry focused on two aspects:  The selection of a Relational Leadership and governance model for the NCPR able to sustain and manage the Intercultural collaboration framework we envision; and the design of a Research and Ethics methodological framework that can support Indigenous methodologies inclusion in the NCPR research. 

Research and Creative Activity Symposium August 14, 2023 - 10:15am

Join this celebration that showcases scholarship, research and creative activity at VIU. 

Throughout the day, VIU employees will share the projects they are pursuing in various formats including 15-minute presentations, posters and 3-minute slams. This is a great way to learn about the many and varied projects underway and identify potential collaborators who share your interests. The day is designed to allow individuals to join sessions of interest.

 

Team July 31, 2023 - 9:29pm

Our organizational framework is inspired in  Indigenous Ancestral  and Relational Leadership models. 

KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR FRAMEWORK

OGS Events Registration Form October 19, 2023 - 11:01am

This form allows you to register for events run by (or in partnership with) the Office of Graduate Studies at Vancouver Island University. 

Your contact information will only be used to connect with you about the event(s) you register in (e.g., reminder email or an update).

If you have any questions please email ogs@viu.ca.

Thanks so much and we are looking forward to seeing you.

Urchin Tank February 14, 2024 - 11:41am

The Seaweed Challenge is a term-long project that brings together multiple disciplines, including microbiology and culinary students, to collaborate on developing fermented seaweed products. The main objective of this unique innovation challenge is to create safe and delicious fermented products that have the potential to be transformed into marketable food items.

Western Deans' Agreement August 1, 2023 - 11:23am

Vancouver Island University is a member of the Western Deans' Agreement (WDA). This agreement was established in 1974 as an expression of cooperation and mutual support among universities offering graduate programs in Western Canada. The agreement provides an automatic tuition fee waiver for visiting students.  See below for instructions if you are (1) a VIU graduate student looking to go 'outbound' to another western university or (2) an non-VIU graduate student looking to come 'inbound' and take a VIU course.

Graduate Scholars Leadership Series Registration July 24, 2023 - 2:23pm

Please let us know your availability for the following. Each session will begin at 4pm and will end around 5:15pm.

You will receive follow-up emails to remind you of the events.

Intercultural Collaboration Stewardship October 26, 2023 - 1:15am

Recommendations for a model for intercultural cultural collaboration in Psychedelic Research.

The formation of this collaborative research and development effort began with a collaborative non-profit pilot project that blended a community of practice program, with a focus on resilience development, with a series of group administered psychedelic-assisted therapy (PaT) sessions.

Stage 2. Space to clarify the intent November 7, 2023 - 2:00pm

Space to clarify the intent: the seed group gathering

1st in-person gathering - February 2023. 

Stage 1. Recommendations for Intercultural Knowledge Sharing at the NCPR November 7, 2023 - 1:59pm

by Jimena Chalchi GP (Jimena.Chalchi@viu.ca). February 3, 2023.

Ethical Research Framework November 7, 2023 - 1:57pm

During this stage we developed an inquiry focused on two aspects:  The selection of a Relational Leadership and governance model for the NCPR able to sustain and manage the Intercultural collaboration framework we envision; and the design of a Research and Ethics methodological framework that can support Indigenous methodologies inclusion in the NCPR research. 

Methodological Framework and Ethics July 22, 2023 - 11:13pm
Leadership Models for Intercultural Collaboration in Research July 22, 2023 - 8:24pm
Leadership Models for Intercultural Collaboration in Research July 22, 2023 - 8:24pm
Our Story September 21, 2023 - 4:13pm

As psychedelic therapies gain renewed attention in Canadian research, the Naut sa mawt Centre for Psychedelic Research seeks to foster a collaborative environment that integrates Indigenous and Western knowledge systems to advance inclusive psychedelic programming, education, and research.

By engaging with diverse stakeholders nationwide, our goal is to cultivate a shared understanding of the essential components of medicine-assisted therapies that will maximize health and wellness outcomes for all individuals.

Landing Page (New) July 22, 2023 - 7:21pm
Landing Page (New) July 22, 2023 - 7:21pm