Fun at VIU

Fun at VIU Fun@VIU aims to provide VIU students with out-of-the-ordinary experiences connecting and engaging ac We are looking for Fun@VIU MAKERS!

Fun@VIU is a student-led committee with a mission to offer fun and out-of-the-ordinary activities to students at Vancouver Island University (VIU). The goal of this committee is to connect students across different faculties, and to enhance their experience at VIU. The Fun@VIU Committee is sponsored by VIU's Centre for Experiential Learning and is an affiliate of VIU's Co-Curricular Engagement.

Our vision: "Escaping the Ordinary, Connecting the Experience." If you are passionate, dynamic, a team player, and willing to invest your time to create FUN at VIU, then joining the Fun@VIU Committee is right for you!

🌿 Wildlife Photo Competition Winners Are HereThese incredible photos capture wildlife from every angle — land, air, sea,...
03/11/2026

🌿 Wildlife Photo Competition Winners Are Here
These incredible photos capture wildlife from every angle — land, air, sea, and the tiny macro world.

🏔 LAND The Guardian’s Smile – Mitchell Larenas Moscol
🦉 AIR Golden Owl – Grace Jones .jonez1
🐋 SEA Telson – Rosalie Burauen
🐜 MACRO Parasitoid Wasp – Noah Kumada .bugs

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to everyone who submitted their amazing wildlife moments!

Got a fast, simple, budget-friendly recipe? Submit your recipe for the VIU Student Cookbook for a chance to receive $15 ...
01/29/2026

Got a fast, simple, budget-friendly recipe? Submit your recipe for the VIU Student Cookbook for a chance to receive $15 food bag AND a $15 cafeteria voucher

🗓️ Submit by Feb 28, 2026
ℹ️ Conditions apply — see submission form.
🔗 Link in bio

VIU’s Got Talent reminded us just how creative and talented our community is 💙 Thank you to our talented performers, sup...
01/23/2026

VIU’s Got Talent reminded us just how creative and talented our community is 💙

Thank you to our talented performers, supportive judges, dedicated volunteers, and everyone who joined us for VIU’s Got Talent 2026. Your creativity and energy made this an unforgettable celebration of student talent!

Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student talent, creativity, and passion. From music and dance to unique perf...
01/15/2026

Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student talent, creativity, and passion. From music and dance to unique performances, this is a show you won’t want to miss.

📍 Malaspina Theatre
🗓️ January 21 | 6–9 PM
🎟️ Free entry — everyone welcome

Register via link in bio

Happy Holidays and cheers to a new year ahead! 🎉So excited to see everyone back on campus and bring even more engaging e...
12/25/2025

Happy Holidays and cheers to a new year ahead! 🎉

So excited to see everyone back on campus and bring even more engaging events your way!

Come join us tomorrow from 4:00PM onwards!! Don’t forget to get your holiday spirit and ugly sweater ✨
12/02/2025

Come join us tomorrow from 4:00PM onwards!! Don’t forget to get your holiday spirit and ugly sweater ✨

Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉 Come unwind and enjoy the FUN in the Quad from 11:30AM to 2:00PM.Get in on games like Match the Ca...
11/26/2025

Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉 Come unwind and enjoy the FUN in the Quad from 11:30AM to 2:00PM.

Get in on games like Match the Can, Tic Tac Toe, bracelet making, and the hilarious Marshmallow & Spaghetti challenge (plus plenty more!). Win awesome prizes and make new friends in a lively atmosphere.

Let’s play, relax, and celebrate together. See you there!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2025 VIU Games Friday, October 17! 🔥Join fellow students, alumni, faculty, and ...
10/14/2025

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2025 VIU Games Friday, October 17! 🔥

Join fellow students, alumni, faculty, and staff for a high-energy day packed with fun, friendly competition, and awesome prizes, including WildPlay tickets, Mountain Warehouse gear, overnight hotel stays, and much much more!

🏆 Compete for the Chassels Cup in events like:
🏃‍♂️ 3-Legged Races
🏐 Dodgeball
❓ Team Quizzes
🧠 Mini-Challenge Rooms

Whether you’re in it to win it or just want to have fun, everyone is welcome, but spots are limited, and registration closes soon! You can join as a team or sign up individually and we’ll place you on a team with individuals.

📅 Event Date: Friday, October 17
📍 Location: VIU Gym
⏰ Time: Check-in at 9:30 AM | Games run 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
🍽️ Free lunch included, tell us your dietary preference when you register!

Register NOW!
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🎉 Congratulations to our amazing winners! 🏆1st Place: Annika 🎤2nd Place: Isabelle & Arwen 🎶3rd Place: Danny & Becky 💫Fan...
01/30/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our amazing winners! 🏆

1st Place: Annika 🎤
2nd Place: Isabelle & Arwen 🎶
3rd Place: Danny & Becky 💫
Fan Favourite: Danny & Becky! 🎉

A huge shoutout to all our incredible performers you all showed so much talent and heart, and we are so proud of everyone who took the stage, you made this year’s VIU’s Got Talent amazing! 🌟

A big thank you to everyone who submitted auditions, our fantastic judges for their feedback, the audience for their support, Thrive for their presentation and the OCCEL team who made this event possible. We couldn’t have done it without you! 🙏💕 Looking forward to seeing you all at VIU’s Got Talent 2026!

🎉 Congratulations to our amazing winners! 🏆1st Place: Annika 🎤2nd Place: Isabelle & Arwin 🎶3rd Place: Danny & Becky 💫Fan...
01/30/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our amazing winners! 🏆

1st Place: Annika 🎤
2nd Place: Isabelle & Arwin 🎶
3rd Place: Danny & Becky 💫
Fan Favourite: Danny & Becky! 🎉

A huge shoutout to all our incredible performers you all showed so much talent and heart, and we are so proud of everyone who took the stage, you made this year’s VIU’s Got Talent amazing! 🌟

A big thank you to everyone who submitted auditions, our fantastic judges for their feedback, the audience for their support, Thrive for their presentation and the OCCEL team who made this event possible. We couldn’t have done it without you! 🙏💕 Looking forward to seeing you all next year!

Come to the Fun@VIU light up on Tuesday, December 3rd in the Quad from 4-6:30!
11/27/2024

Come to the Fun@VIU light up on Tuesday, December 3rd in the Quad from 4-6:30!

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