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Destiny Barker March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Destiny Barker (Bachelor of Arts '12; Criminology Diploma '10; Applied Business Technology Certificate '09) turned tragedy into opportunity after a car accident forced a career change, from legal administrative assistant to online business owner. She is the owner and operator of Lace N Pearls, an online bridal boutique specializing in wedding accessories, special occasion supplies and gifts. Check out her merch at lacenpearls.ca.
Celia White March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Celia White (Bachelor of Arts '13, Double Major in Anthropology and Global Studies) has made a rewarding career out of her passion for sustainability and food security. She works for The Meal Exchange, a national youth-led, non-profit organization that empowers students to take an active role in creating a just and sustainable food system. She is in charge of running a national program that works to transform institutional food budgets away from industrialized farms and junk food and toward socially just, ecologically sound, humane and community-based foods.
George Anderson March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

George Anderson (Bachelor of Arts '15, Major in Criminology) credits VIU with giving him the skills needed to succeed at Osgoode Hall Law School of York University, where he's currently studying – and playing in York's Wind Symphony. Anderson has also contributed greatly to his community. At 20, he was one of the youngest people ever elected to Nanaimo City Council, where he served for three years (roles included Chair of Transportation and a Director of the Regional District of Nanaimo).
Sára Molčan March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Sára Molčan (Bachelor of Arts '11, Major in English and Certificate in Hairdressing '07) has developed a cult following on social media in recent months. The Vancouver artist has thousands of people addicted to watching videos of her mixing paint in her #100daysofpaintmixing project. Fans say watching her mix paint is "soothing" and "satisfying." See for yourself by following Sara on Instagram: @sarajmolcan.
Daniela Zuzunaga March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Daniela Zuzunaga, BA (with Distinction), 2015, Major – Sociology

Sometimes, things just work out.

When Daniela Zuzunaga first came to VIU in 2007 as an international student, she studied biology. But the subject wasn't a good fit – and after taking some time off, Zuzunaga decided to take some sociology courses, inspired in part by her volunteer experience at the non-profit Haven Society and elsewhere.
Paula Amos October 24, 2018 - 12:22pm

Paula Amos, BA, 2000, Major – Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies

Every day, Paula Amos calls on the skills that she learned while earning her Bachelor of Arts degree at Vancouver Island University (VIU).

As Director, Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives for Aboriginal Tourism BC (AtBC), Amos looks to bridge opportunities between the Aboriginal and mainstream tourism industries.
Sean Broderick March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Sean Broderick, BA (with Distinction), 1999, Major – Liberal Studies

Sean Broderick is a VIU vet.

The 46-year-old education professional first attended the school in 1996, when it was called Malaspina University-College. Over the years, he's earned several credentials from the institution, ranging from a diploma to a Master's of Educational Leadership with Distinction (the latter was accompanied by a Governor General's Academic Gold Medal, given for the highest grade point average at VIU's graduate level).
Adam Baker March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Adam Baker (Bachelor of Arts '14) is a PhD student in Cognitive and Neural Sciences at Simon Fraser University in the Department of Psychology. He's currently working in the Laboratory for Affective and Developmental Neuroscience as well as collaborating with various neuroscience institutes across Canada and the USA. The aim of his doctoral research is to use novel methods of neuro imaging (EEG, fMRI, TMS) to investigate how biological systems mediate social interactions.
Dani Smith March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Dani (Danielle) Smith (Bachelor of Arts ’13, Major in Physical Education, Diploma in Physical Education ’10), a member of Team Canada’s national volleyball team, got her start as a student and varsity athlete at VIU. She attended her first selection camp with the National Team in 2012 after being scouted during the 2012 CCAA National Championships hosted by VIU in Nanaimo – the year she helped the Mariners win gold in the VIU gym!
Katie Durvin March 2, 2017 - 11:17am

Katie Durvin (Bachelor of Arts ’13, Major in Global Studies) pursued a Master of Arts in International Affairs at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) at Carleton University after graduating from VIU.
What do our students say about the GLST experience? December 4, 2019 - 1:33pm
Natasha Mrowinski Santos February 2, 2017 - 12:59pm
Class of 2018 January 28, 2022 - 9:45am

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CIDA Accreditation January 15, 2024 - 1:00pm

The Interior Design Program at Vancouver Island University has been proud to be one of the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) accredited undergraduate programs in Canada since 2016.  In January 2017, it became mandatory for Interior Designers seeking to become Registered or Licensed in Canada to graduate from a CIDA Accredited Program. 
Application Process October 24, 2023 - 8:31am

Entry into the Bachelor of Interior Design Program is a competitive two-step process. 

Ready to Apply?

If you are interested in applying to our program, to enter 1st-year, you first have to apply to VIU.
If you are looking to apply for advanced standing and potentially enter 2nd or 3rd year, please email the Chair of Interior Design at VIU.
Program January 28, 2022 - 9:50am
A complete program, with session locations, will be available upon registration in building 355.

THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2017

8:30 am -- Registration table opens in the foyer of Building 355

8:30 - 9:30 -- Light breakfast and coffee

10:00 am – Keynote Address: Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, Union of BC Indian Chiefs

12:00 pm – Lunch

1:30 – 3:00 – Concurrent Sessions (T1)

 
Céline Taylor Smith January 29, 2017 - 4:36pm

So far, I definitely consider my journey in Belize to be one of the more challenging experiences I have taken on in my life… but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. It is impossible to accurately put into words the educational, practical and personal growth that occurred for me when I was in Belize, however, my time working in the field, in the office, making connections within the community, as well as travelling around the country has greatly impacted my aspirations for the future.
Michelle Mueller January 28, 2017 - 9:53pm
Kala Mack January 28, 2017 - 9:03pm
Shantel Beute January 29, 2017 - 7:08pm

My experience might have differed from others in the beginning of my internship in Belize. I was set to intern at a national women’s non-profit organization and had done research on them and some of their pressing initiatives. It was three days before I was scheduled to depart Canada when I was told that there was an internal issue with the organization and that I would not be able to move forward with those plans.