Vancouver Island University is a comprehensive, four-year, postsecondary institution serving Vancouver Island and coastal British Columbia. Established in 1969 as Malaspina College, it has grown into an institution that plays an important role in the educational, cultural, and economic life of the region.
The main campus is located in Nanaimo, and there are regional campuses in Duncan and Powell River, and a campus centre in Parksville.Address: 900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5, Canada
Phone: +1 250-753-3245
Phone: +1 250-753-3245
| Motto | Enjoy the journey, Love where you learn |
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| Established | (1969-1988 as Malaspina College); (1988-2008 as Malaspina University-College); (September 1, 2008 - Now) Vancouver Island University |
| Type | Public University |
| Endowment | C$12,197,041 |
| Chancellor | Shawn Atleo |
| President | Dr. Ralph Nilson |
| Students | 19,780 |
| Undergraduates | available |
| Location | Nanaimo, Powell River, Duncan, Parksville-Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada |
| Colours | blue & green ; |
| Nickname | Mariners |
| Affiliations | AUCC, Canadian Colleges Athletic Association, CBIE, CUP, WUSC. |
| Website | http://www.viu.ca |
