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Funding boosts TRU robotics innovation to help combat wildfires across B.C. – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Wildfires are reshaping B.C., and TRU researcher Dr. Geoff Fink is responding with innovation. He’s developing autonomous robotic systems to detect, map and respond to fires, backed by more than $119K in new research funding. Congratulations, Geoff! #myTRU #TRUWildfire

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TRU secures $200,000 to support Indigenous students in work-integrated learning – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Indigenous students at TRU completing unpaid work placements will have greater financial support this fall, thanks to $200K from CEWIL Canada. The funding will provide bursaries and promote equitable access to work-integrated learning opportunities. #myTRU

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Pride, reflection and community spirit filled the air in Kamloops as TRU celebrated its Fall 2025 graduates. Congratulations to all who crossed the stage—you’ve earned this moment! #myTRU #TRUGrad #Kamloops

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Seven TRU students awarded prestigious conservation scholarships from HCTF – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Seven TRU students have earned 2025 scholarships from the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation. These awards celebrate TRU’s growing role in evidence-based wildlife, habitat and conservation research. Congratulations to the award recipients! #myTRU @hctfbc.bsky.social
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Open House may be Saturday, October 18, but the fun continues all weekend long in Kamloops!

🥾Hike some trails
🧺 Stroll through a farmers' market
🚩Enjoy crowd-free golf
🎣Visit a nearby fishing lake

Register for Open House: tru.ca/openhouse

#myTRU

We're kicking off the #WRCC Building Foundational Knowledge Gathering at @thompsonriversu.bsky.social today! A big step toward transforming wildfire management in Canada through collaboration, innovation & inclusion. Let’s co-create a wildfire-resilient future. 🔥🇨🇦

#BFKGathering #WildfireResilience

Wildfire experts converge at TRU for national conference – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Wildfire experts, Indigenous leaders and researchers converge at TRU Oct. 8-9 for the Building Foundational Knowledge gathering of the Wildfire Resilience Consortium of Canada. Virtual attendees welcome. #myTRU @wrcc-crffc.bsky.social

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TRU Open House welcomes Kamloops and Williams Lake communities – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU Open House is back, welcoming prospective students and community members to explore our campuses this October. Williams Lake: Oct. 15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Kamloops: Oct. 18, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. #myTRU #Kamloops

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From classroom to community: TRU student powers heritage park proposal – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

What if Kamloops’ past could come alive—steamboats, vintage cars and lost streetscapes—in one immersive year-round park?

TRU master’s student Holly Siebenmorgen completed the economic study to help make the Kamloops Heritage Park a reality. #myTRU #Kamloops

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TRU to bring virtual wildfire network together at national conference – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

The Wildfire Resilience Consortium of Canada will bring together experts from across Canada at TRU Oct. 8-9 to advance wildfire science, communications and resilience planning. If you’re interested in wildfire resilience, virtual registration is open to all.

#myTRU @wrcc-crffc.bsky.social

Alum’s journey from TRU to Oxford – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU alum Ivan Hartling (BSc Honours ’14) has journeyed from Canada’s West Coast to the Big Data Institute at the University of Oxford. Driven by a passion for science, he remains grateful for his roots in B.C. #myTRU @ox.ac.uk

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On Sept. 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we gather on the ancestral territories of Tk’emlúps and T’éxelc. Join us in honouring the resilience of Indigenous Peoples and Le Estcwicwéy̓, the missing.

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Congratulations to the Knowledge Makers Program at TRU on reaching 10 years of educational excellence. This groundbreaking initiative equips Indigenous students with the skills to conduct research and publish their findings as Indigenous scholars. #myTRU

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Juanita-Dawne Bacsu awarded for impactful research at TRU – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Congratulations to TRU’s Juanita-Dawne Bacsu for being recognized by Michael Smith Health Research BC for her outstanding contributions to health research. #myTRU @healthresearchbc.bsky.social

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Conservation and collaboration: bridging Indigenous knowledge and scholarly research – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU’s Courtney Mason is leading innovative research that recognizes the importance of Indigenous rights and sustainable development. Funding supports collaborative research with Indigenous communities in Western Canada and New Zealand. #myTRU @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca

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TRU grad reconnects on alumni network – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Michelle Gordon (BComm ’09) isn’t the only alum using the TRU Alumni Network to make connections. The network is expanding globally, enabling connections for mentorship, job opportunities and sharing milestones, like Michelle’s inspiring story. Register today. #myTRU

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Two female students standing and holding a drone on the left. A man sitting down with a drone in his hands as a woman observes keenly what he is doing.

Flexible format ✅
Career-ready skills ✅

BC learners explore TRU’s programs funded by the StrongerBC Future Skills grant!

Now open for Fall 2025, choose from:
- Field Safety Representative class A/B/C
- Basic Drone Pilot License Training

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Apply early!

Start now to make the most of Open House 2025! 🙌

Get parking info, directions and info on accommodations and things to do in Kamloops at: tru.ca/openhouse #myTRU

Researchers explore what it means to think like a chemist – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

What does it mean to think like a chemist? TRU’s Jessica Allingham is leading a groundbreaking project designed to address this question by equipping students with the skills and confidence needed to participate in the field of chemistry. #myTRU @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca

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TRU’s commitment to Indigenous youth honoured with major investment – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Funding from the Mastercard Foundation’s EleV Program highlights TRU’s commitment to advancing reconciliation, educational innovation and Indigenous partnerships. #myTRU #MastercardFoundation #EleVProgram

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Nisha Puthiyedth breaks new ground at TRU with prestigious national program – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU’s Nisha Puthiyedth has been chosen for the BCRC Beef Researcher Mentorship Program for 2025-2026. This marks the first time a TRU faculty member has joined this elite group, underscoring TRU’s innovation in research and Nisha’s leadership. #myTRU

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TRU trades enhance training for high-demand mining careers – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Support for trades training in B.C.’s mining sector will offer students opportunities to prepare for careers across the province. TRU’s programs train Red Seal professionals, meeting the demand for skilled roles at sites like Teck Highland Valley Copper. #myTRU

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TRU secures top spot in sustainability – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

With top marks in the 2025 Sustainable Campus Index, TRU highlights its role as a sustainability leader among Canadian and international universities. Together, we’re blazing a trail toward a greener future. #myTRU #AASHE

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$5 million in funding empowers Indigenous educational initiatives at TRU – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU has been awarded a transformative $5 million from the Mastercard Foundation’s EleV Program, recognizing the university’s innovative and impactful initiatives for Indigenous youth. #myTRU #MastercardFoundation #EleVProgram

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FASD Together welcomes families and caregivers – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Join us at TRU for the FASD Together Unconference on Sat., Sept. 27. In recognition of FASD Awareness Month, we’re bringing the community together to learn from one another, share ideas and explore local issues related to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. #myTRU #FASD

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TRU’s Courtney Mason receives highest honour from the Royal Society of Canada – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Congratulations to Courtney Mason on being recognized by the Royal Society of Canada for his exceptional achievements. He joins 59 newly elected Members of The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists. #myTRU @src-rsc.bsky.social #COEE2025

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TRU campus construction setting foundations for a greener future – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

TRU’s innovative Low-Carbon District Energy System is underway, making strides toward zero-carbon goals. Crews are retrofitting buildings, and the Sustainability Powerhouse, a central hub for the system, is on the rise toward a greener future. #myTRU

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Alumni driving Indigenous economic growth – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Powered by a team that includes five TRU alumni, Sc.wén'wen Economic Development Corporation and Sc.wén'wen Land Development Corporation are a driving force for Indigenous-led growth in Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc. #myTRU #Tkemlups

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Empowering TRU students: scholarships fuel research and success – TRU Newsroom TRU Newsroom

Twenty-four grad students at TRU, including six Indigenous scholars, have been awarded over $500K in scholarships. Thanks to the BC Graduate Scholarship and CGS-M programs, these funds will boost research opportunities and academic success at TRU. #myTRU‪

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TRU recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day on Aug. 31 and is dedicated to making naloxone accessible, training our community and fostering open discussions.

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