Student Perspective
Field Course Opportunities
December 2, 2024Field courses have been the highlight of my degree so far because I got to see lots of amazing sights around the world and meet so many amazing people! I…
Your path to TRU
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Dates & Deadlines, Student Perspective
Finding School/Life Balance
November 27, 2024As a student, it is very easy to get overwhelmed and for work to pile up quickly. Many students also have part-time jobs, volunteer commitments, and many other things that…
Dates & Deadlines
Preparing For University: A Month-By-Month Guide
November 25, 2024PART TWO 3 Months Before Start (Around June) 1. Finalize Course Registration Complete Course Registration: If you haven’t registered for courses yet, do so now to secure your place in…
Dates & Deadlines
Preparing for University: A Month-By-Month Guide
November 20, 20246 Months Before Start (Around April) 1. Confirm Your Acceptance Review Your Offer: Ensure you have officially accepted your offer of admission to TRU. If you haven’t yet done so,…
Student Perspective
A Day in the Life of a TRU Student: What It's Really Like
November 18, 2024~PART TWO~ Afternoon Classes and Lab Work 1:00 PMAfternoons often consist of labs or hands-on classes for many programs, especially for science, technology, and health students. TRU prides itself on…
Life in Kamloops, Student Perspective
A Day in the Life of a TRU Student: What It's Really Like
November 13, 2024Welcome to a sneak peek into the daily life of a student at Thompson Rivers University (TRU)! Whether you're considering applying or just curious, this post will walk you through…
Life in Kamloops, Student Perspective
Coping with Home Sickness
November 11, 2024Whether it is your first time away from home or you have been at university for a long time, it is very usual to feel homesick. Even the most independent…
Student Perspective
Student Services on Campus
November 6, 2024November 6, 2024 There are numerous resources available to students on campus to help them be successful in their courses and support them through university life. Old Main is filled…
Student Perspective
The Power of Extracurricular Activities: Clubs and Organizations at TRU
November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Life as a student sometimes can get challenging. It’s easy enough to just want to stay in your dorm after a long day of classes. One of…
Dates & Deadlines, Future Students Office
You've Attended Open House, So Now What?
October 30, 2024You've just stepped out of Thompson Rivers University's Open House event, brimming with enthusiasm and a head full of dreams about your future. Whether you've traveled across the country or…
Student Perspective
How to Survive Midterm Season
October 28, 2024Midterm season can seem daunting at first but if you prepare yourself, it won’t be so scary! Finding study techniques that work for you is very important because it will…
Life in Kamloops, Student Perspective
How to Move Away for School
August 14, 2024Moving away from home for the first time can be scary, but it is also exciting. It is thrilling to think about going out into the world and experiencing new…
