campus life + events
In a typical year, the Students’ Union hosts many campus-wide events, as well as smaller events that attract and cater to different types of students. Events are brainstormed and planned by the Campus Life Working Group which is open to all VIU students.
To keep up to date with all events of the Students’ Union, clubs, and course unions, download the VIUSU app. To volunteer, sign up at the bottom of this page.
BGC Presents: 2nd Board Game Tournament
The Board Games Club is excited to co-host our 2nd Board Game Tournament with the Downtown Nanaimo Library! This event aims to bring together VIU students and community members through fun, friendly, and interactive board games while helping bridge connections between campus and the local community. Sign-Up today!
Featured games may include Pokémon Splendor, Ticket to Ride, Cascadia, Harmonies, and more. Beginners are welcome, and free snacks and drinks will be provided.
Student Pub Night (Copy)
Come take the mic or hang out and enjoy the night with friends.
Slay Your Taxes: Student Tax Info Session
A free online info session designed to help students understand how to file their taxes and what you need to get started.
Naloxone & Harm Reduction Training
This session will equip you with practical, life-saving skills to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose.
CCAA Men's Basketball Nationals: Quarter-Final Match
VIU vs Lethbridge! Come cheer on the VIU Mariners as they take the court in the CCAA Men's Basketball National Championship quarterfinals!
CCAA Men's Basketball National Championship
The best collegiate basketball in Canada is coming to Nanaimo, and we’re making sure students don’t miss it.
Board Game Club’s St. Patrick’s Fundraiser: The Game Café
The Board Games Club is planning to host a Board Game Café–style fundraising event.
Creative Writing Showcase
An opportunity for creative writers to share and celebrate their work with a supportive audience.
International Women's Day Celebration
Join the VIU Faculty Association and VIU Students’ Union in celebrating International Women’s Day.
VIU Philosophy Club: Greco-Roman and Lyric Philosophy Conference!
The VIU Philosophy Club is hosting a conference on Greco-Roman and Lyric Philosophy.
Food 4 Thought: Surviving in Nanaimo
Learn about resources available in Nanaimo - lunch provided (please RSVP)
No More Stole Sisters Memorial March
VIUSU invites community members, organizations, and allies to join us for the annual No More Stolen Sisters Memorial March.
Tribunal Training
Training designed to prepare students to participate confidently, fairly, and responsibly in university tribunal processes.
IDSA: Krispy Kreme Donut Sales
The Interior Design Student Association is selling Krispy Kreme donuts to help fundraise for their year end show!
Movies with Maggie (and Hyla)
Film Screening: Highway of Tears
A powerful and reflective community movie night exploring systemic violence against Indigenous women.
Event Photo Gallery
FROSH 2025 Outdoor Concert: Video Recap
FROSH 2025 concluded with an outdoor concert on campus that brought students together to close out the week. New and returning students gathered for an evening of live music, local vendors, and a welcoming campus atmosphere.
The concert featured performances from People R Ugly, Posh Coat, and Baba Chaka, with DJ Seps between sets. It was a fitting end to FROSH 2025 and a strong start to the academic year.
Recap Video:
Liam Prendergast | IG: @Liam_Prendergast_
join the crew
Volunteers are crucial to our collective work, particularly when it comes to events and advocacy initiatives. With shared effort among many volunteers, lots of notice for planning your schedule, and the ability to self select your shifts we hope that we can do great things together this year.
Check out current volunteer opportunities.
If you are interested in volunteering, but are unable to sign up for any shifts yet, you can join our crew list to be contacted about volunteer opportunities in the future.