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Thompson Rivers University

Welcome to TRU

 

At TRU you’ll find many paths to learning — on-campus and online, in and out of the classroom, across programs, even around the globe—leading to careers in trades, healthcare, hospitality or technology. Welcome to hands-on learning and research in our supportive, inclusive environment.

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Togetherness in graduation: a convocation recap

Experience the pride and achievements of our graduates as we celebrate their success

 

See how the spirit of community and belonging was at the heart of our convocation. Watch the video that captures the vibrant energy and unity of our graduating class.

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Leading Sustainability at TRU

Award-winning projects receive recognition

 

TRU's Low-Carbon District Energy System and PV Solarization initiatives earn accolades for drastically reducing emissions, striving for zero carbon output by 2030 and leading sustainable innovation.

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Bookstore and Print Services update

New name now, new location coming this fall

 

Wolfie’s Campus Store, formerly the Bookstore in the Campus Activity Centre (CAC), will include Print Services and Campus Card pickup starting July 2, 2025. In-person course material shopping ends August 1, transitioning to online orders only. Construction for the new location in Old Main starts this fall.

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Amplifying solutions to B.C.'s healthcare crisis

TRU student represents Canada in Map the System competition in Oxford, England

 

Jenna Sims, a Bachelor of Health Science student, will present her research on the root causes of B.C.’s primary care crisis at the global competition, July 3 – 6.

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At Thompson Rivers University, student success is our priority. We empower our students to reach their goals with on-campus and online learning options, individualized student services, hands-on learning opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive environment.

A hub for travel, Kamloops is 3.5 hours from Vancouver, and a day’s drive from Calgary, Prince George, Victoria or Seattle.

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Our size makes it easy for you to get hands-on learning that will help you through the good times and the bad.

At Thompson Rivers University, be empowered to reach your goals with many learning options. Be supported with individualized student services. Be involved through hands-on learning and research opportunities. Be welcome in our inclusive environment. Join us to discover all that you can be at TRU.

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STARS platinum ranking in sustanability
Canada's First double platinum-rated
sustainable university
AACSB awards
2022 Innovations That Inspire Splatsin-TRU Business Development Project
The Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics
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Desire 2 Learn 2018 and 2020 recipients, and
the Alan Blizzard Award in 2019
Thompson Rivers University campuses are on the traditional lands of the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc (Kamloops campus) and the T’exelc (Williams Lake campus) within Secwepemcúl’ecw, the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwépemc. The region TRU serves also extends into the territories of the St’át’imc, Nlaka’pamux, Nuxalk, Tŝilhqot'in, Dakelh, and Syilx peoples.
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