It's a beautiful day in Belize
“It’s a beautiful day in Belize,” our local guides kept telling us. They weren’t kidding. I grew up on a boat and spent lots of time fishing, so I jumped at the chance to experience the same in Hopkins. Four VIU students (myself, Devan, Taylor and Kala) and three locals piled into our boat and we...
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VIU student tackles tourism development issues in Belize
Arriving in Belize felt so good. I have been in this beautiful country once before, and that familiar smell and feeling immediately made me smile. I was also excited to return with a new perspective. I am no longer the dirty backpacker looking to enjoy nature and culture with no worries, but...
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Coastal erosion and climate change top of mind in Belize
Well it’s officially been a week of paradise in Belize. Our time here has had few drawbacks. From endless beaches, sunshine, wildlife, and friendly faces, establishing ourselves has been a pleasant distraction from the research and work ahead. The ‘Belize 4’, a super group of Master’s of Community...
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VIU announces 2016 QEII Scholars
Stephanie Govier burst into tears of joy and immediately called her mom. Kala Mackintosh still can’t sleep because of the excitement, and Haley Robinson recognized right away that she was just given a “once in a lifetime opportunity.” All three Vancouver Island University (VIU) senior...
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QEII Scholar Welcome Event - February 3, 2016
Meet VIU’s 2016 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholars! Featuring Special Guest:Dr. Roy Young, Belize Institute for Local Development4:30 pm – 6 pmFebruary 3, 2016Royal Arbutus Room (Building 300, Room 401) - Nanaimo CampusHosted by Global Studies & Advancement and Alumni Relations as part...
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Application deadline fast approaching!
The deadline for applications to VIU's Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship program is fast approaching! Completed applications will be accepted until 4 pm on Monday, November 23, 2015. Apply now to pursue studies, research or project work related to the program theme of Building...
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Belize Field Work Showcase @ World VIU Days
Join VIU faculty and students who have participated in project work in Belize! Learn more about the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship program, and how to pursue funded research and project work in Belize related to the theme of Building Resilience in Coastal Communities. Get answers to...
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Applications now open!
Applications for VIU’s Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship program are now being accepted. Apply today to pursue studies, research or project work related to the program theme of Building Resilience in Coastal Communities in the areas of:Sustainable TourismEconomic DevelopmentWater...
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BRiCC Programme Launch
Innovation Infusion SeriesBuilding Resilience in Coastal CommunitiesQueen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee ScholarshipProgramme LaunchWednesday September 30, 2015 @ 4:30 pmBuilding 200 (Student Affairs), Room 203Guest Speakers:Larry Wolfe, PhDVictoria Macfarlane, PhDBelize Institute for Local...
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