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Graham Sakaki, MCP August 5, 2022 - 10:35am

About Graham: Graham Sakaki is the Research and Community Engagement Coordinator of the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute (MABRRI), and an instructor in the VIU Master of Community Planning Program. He is also a member of the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Roundtable, Canadian Institute of Forestry, Canadian Institute of Planners, Planning Institute of BC, BC Truck Loggers Association, and BC Lake Stewardship Society.

Elizabeth McLin, PhD August 5, 2022 - 10:35am

Beth often teaches PLAN 507: Research Methods. She is a true academic with a fascinating research history! 

David Witty, PhD MRAIC FCIP RPP August 5, 2022 - 10:41am
Bill Buholzer, MA Planning LLB August 5, 2022 - 10:04am
Lacey Williams February 10, 2025 - 7:15pm
Sonal Deshmukh B.ARCH, MCP July 29, 2022 - 8:43am

Sonal works with the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute (MABRRI) at VIU as the Planning Projects Coordinator. She also serve as a planning consultant to the Huu-ay-aht First Nation Government for their multiple community-led initiatives.

Class of 2024 November 9, 2022 - 1:35pm

Member of the 2024 MCP class in front of the VIU welcome centre on a beautiful September day

Class of 2023 August 4, 2022 - 11:28am

An image of the 2023 Cohort of the VIU Master of Community Planning program

Course Highlights 2022-23 June 16, 2022 - 12:31pm

ENGL 222: Introduction to World Literature (Fall 2022)

Professor Terri Doughty

Covers of Minier text and others 

Bryn Skibo October 5, 2023 - 1:43pm

B.A. (American University)

M.A. (University of Geneva)

PhD (University of Geneva)

2022 Winner June 13, 2022 - 2:33pm

Koby Trinker

"I am both a whitewater kayaker and an explorer, and this map is meant to assist me and potentially other Vancouver Island whitewater kayakers. This project was a map of the watersheds and rivers of Vancouver Island. I tailored the map so that myself and other whitewater kayakers could use it as a first step in finding potentially suitable river sections on Vancouver Island that remain undocumented or unrun, with the intention of eventually going out to paddle them.

Professional Accreditation August 23, 2024 - 4:07pm

Professional Accreditation – Geography and Geoscience

What is professional accreditation?

A designation (letters after your name) to show that you are qualified to do a particular job or task. It serves as proof of your skills and knowledge in a particular discipline. Oversight is by a provincial (or national) organization that sets acceptable standards for professional practice, and controls admittance to the organization. The practice is often written into provincial legislation.

Richard Boyce August 21, 2023 - 9:28am
Nicole Klan May 3, 2022 - 9:50am
  • B.A (VIU)                                                                                                    
  • M.A (Victoria)

Children’s literature, particularly graphic novels and picture books; the short story; Canadian drama, business and technical writing; public speaking

Liberal Studies Courses Scheduled for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 May 20, 2025 - 3:08pm

The following courses are scheduled for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Click on each image to expand the poster, or go to the full list of VIU Liberal Studies courses. Please contact the Chair of the Department if you'd like more information: David.Livingstone@viu.ca

Note: Liberal Studies 111 and Liberal Studies 112 together satisfy the BA English requirement. 

Workshop June 29, 2022 - 10:45am

Sunday, June 12, 2022

Assembling Common Worlds through Participatory Research

Max 10 participants
90 minutes
Facilitator: Dr. Justyna Deszcz-Tryhubczak

News September 29, 2023 - 2:23pm
Interview Questions for Applicants March 22, 2023 - 11:53am

As part of your Slideroom submission, you will be asked to answer a questionnaire. Below are the questions you will be asked. Feel free to prepare your answers in advance of logging into the online portal.

  1. Based on your research how would you describe what an Interior Designer does?

  2. What qualities are important for an Interior Designer? Why?

  3. Can you give an example of a space that was memorable to you and describe how it made an impression on you?

Portfolio Organization / Format Ideas March 18, 2022 - 1:37pm
  1. The work showcased in your portfolio should be reflective of the applicant and his/ her character and personality.

  2. Be thoughtful about what you want to include and select your strongest pieces.
    • Use items you were successful in and got good reviews or results
    • Exclude items you aren’t proud of
  3. Highlight your most unique and creative work

Application Process Steps for 1st-Year Interior Design February 10, 2025 - 11:28am

Application to the Bachelor of Interior Design program is a competitive entry two-step process.

Step 1 – Apply to VIU

Start the application process by applying to VIU.

Your application to the Interior Design program will only be considered if you meet the following entrance requirements: