Thursday 26 February 2015

Vancouver Island University - College in Nanaimo, British Columbia

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 
MottoEnjoy the journey, Love where you learn
Established(1969-1988 as Malaspina College);
(1988-2008 as Malaspina University-College);
(September 1, 2008 - Now) Vancouver Island University
TypePublic University
EndowmentC$12,197,041
ChancellorShawn Atleo
PresidentDr. Ralph Nilson
Students19,780
Undergraduatesavailable
LocationNanaimo, Powell River, Duncan, Parksville-Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada
Coloursblue      & green     ;
NicknameMariners
AffiliationsAUCC, Canadian Colleges Athletic Association, CBIE, CUP, WUSC.
Websitehttp://www.viu.ca

Simon Fraser University - University in Burnaby, British Columbia

Simon Fraser University is a public research university in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, with its main campus on Burnaby Mountain and satellite campuses in Downtown Vancouver and Surrey.The 1.7 km main campus on Burnaby Mountain,
located 20 km (12 mi) from downtown Vancouver, was established in 1965 and comprises more than 30,000 students and approximately 950 faculty members. The university is adjacent to an urban village, UniverCity.
Address                  8888 University Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, Canada
Phone                    +1 778-782-3111
MottoNous sommes prêts (French)
Motto in English
"We are ready"
Established1965
TypePublic
Endowment$281 million
ChancellorAnne Giardini
PresidentAndrew Petter
ProvostJonathan Driver
Vice-ChancellorAndrew Petter
Students35,398
Undergraduates30,035
Postgraduates5,363
LocationCanada Burnaby/ Surrey/ Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
CampusUrban, 1.7 km2 (0.66 sq mi) maintained, plus 3.3 km2 (1.3 sq mi) of SFU community
ColoursRed, blue, and grey
              
AthleticsNCAA Division II – GNACCIS – CWUAA
NicknameClan
MascotMcFogg the Dog
Affiliations
  • AUCC
  • CARL
  • IAU
  • ACU
  • CUSID
  • CBIE
  • CUP
Websitesfu.ca