Thompson Rivers University is one of Canada’s most diverse and dynamic educational institutions. TRU offers a range of programs, from undergraduate degrees to trades and certificates. However, like many universities,…
Navigating college life as a first-generation student comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. As a first-gen student, you may face the experience of balancing academic pressures with…
TRU has been actively integrating green initiatives across its campus operations and academic offerings. These efforts align with both its commitment to environmental stewardship and its goal to create 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…
PART 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…
~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…
November 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…
Moving 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…
At some point in your college search, you may have thought to yourself "Where am I going to live?". Well it turns out, you're not alone. Being new to Kamloops…
Pet owners are aware of the benefits of owning an animal, and the beautiful bonds of companionship that can exist between humans and animals. Moving away from home to a…
Applying to university can be an exciting experience. You are imagining what classes you will take, how you will decorate your dorm, and picturing all the fun things you will…
It feels like my future student days were ages ago, but it was only Fall 2019 when I first applied to university. From Fall 2019 to Fall 2022, a lot…
Whether you grew up in Kamloops or the city is new to you entirely, I’m sure we all struggle sometimes when it comes to picking out the best spots in…
With the Fall semester behind us, winter is well and truly upon us. Although there are lots of lovely things about the winter season, it’s easy to forget them in…
