How do I make friends in university? Making friends in university may seem daunting at first but there’s so many ways to make friends. TRU has over 80 different clubs…
As my third year of university is slowly coming to an end, I have been finding myself reflecting on all the things I've learned. It's been an intense journey filled…
A: Arts & Education, Academic Advising B: Basketball, Baseball, Bookstore, Bachelors C: Campus Activity Centre, Clock Tower, Cheerleading, Co-operative Education, Common Grounds, Counselling Services, Campus Commons D: the Den, Degree,…
Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) The Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) is located within walking distance from campus and provides opportunities for students to stay active. Although the TCC isn’t part of…
Join Clubs At TRU there are so many clubs to get involved in ranging from academic clubs to culture clubs to athletic clubs, and so many more! On campus clubs…
Where can I find academic help? There are a few different resources for students who require academic help at TRU. If you are a Canadian or permanent resident considering TRU…
Whether you're a future student looking to see campus before you arrive or a community member interested in learning more - the Future Students Office (FSO) offers in person (and…
Whether this is your first ever semester at TRU or your first winter semester preparing yourself for the changes is important to your success. Navigating the cold weather, new routines,…
What's the difference between lectures, seminars, and labs? Some courses only have lectures and seminars while others will have labs, so what’s the difference? Lectures are typically when the professor…
Thompson Rivers University has long been a staple of accessible, high-quality education. Whether you're a student, prospective learner, or just someone curious about academic opportunities in Canada, you might be…
TRU offers students a unique and diverse educational experience. With its wide range of programs, strong focus on student success, and commitment to hands-on learning, TRU stands out as a…
1. Spaced Repetition Repeated exposure to information has been proven to be one of the most effective ways to retain information. This method is most helpful when memorizing statistics, facts,…
Whether you have lived in Kamloops your whole life or have just moved here, finding new exciting activities to do can be challenging. Which is why I have compiled a…
Being in university is not much different than being in high school. Students have the same responsibilities of going to class and meeting course requirements, whether that is from finishing…
Field 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…
As 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…
6 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,…
~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…
Welcome 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…
Whether 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…
