Chipping instead of burning: Sun Peaks and TRU test low-carbon fuel management
The project aims to lower wildfire hazard, reduce smoke and emissions and improve the long-term health of forests surrounding the community.
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TRU’s new national fire weather outlook aims to strengthen wildfire preparedness
Wildfire expert Dr. Mike Flannigan is sharing a new Canada Fire Weather Outlook forecasting potential extreme fire weather events.
Extraordinary leaders celebrated with honorary degrees
Five individuals who have made extraordinary contributions in their fields are being honoured at TRU’s Spring 2026 Convocation in June.
Wildfire researcher maps a safer future for communities
New tools and models developed by TRU faculty member Dr. Weiwei Wang will help Canadians prepare for a future of escalating wildfire.
Alum builds global career in cybersecurity
After more than 25 years in security engineering, alum Travis Standen has sound advice for anyone thinking of following a similar path.
Master’s research explores how endangered frogs and agriculture can coexist
TRU Master of Science student Blaire Smith is studying how BC's last northern leopard frogs intersect with agricultural practices.
TRU faculty awarded federal grants to advance global research partnerships
Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building grants will fund international collaborations by Dr. John Church and Dr. Claudia Gonzalez Lozano.
TRU research examines how soil life can support land management
Dr. Yue Zhang is using statistics, genomics and machine learning in a multi-sector research project examining soil biodiversity across BC.
Mother and daughter share milestone moment
This spring, mother and daughter will both graduate from TRU, cheered on by friends and family.
TRU official partner for World Engineering Day 2026
TRU highlights how applied research and innovation is helping to build wildfire-ready communities in Canada and beyond.
TRU opens new cybersecurity lab for hands-on training in high-demand field
TRU Computer Network and Cybersecurity Diploma students have a dedicated space for hands-on training against real-world cyber threats.
Human side of wildfire: TRU’s Greg Anderson on resilience and recovery
TRU science dean and former wildland firefighter Greg Anderson turns lived trauma into resilience research and mental-health training.
