Welcome to Thrive!
Thrive is a series of fun events and programs focused on mental health, wellness and community building. Led by students, it’s all about connecting, sharing info and helping you thrive during your time at university.
Join us and let’s make your student experience amazing!
Join us throughout September for a month of meaningful events focused on mental health, connection, and awareness:
Join us throughout October for a month of meaningful events focused on mental health, connection, and awareness:
Oct 2 to 3 | ASIST Suicide Prevention Workshop
A two-day applied training in suicide intervention. Registration is available through the Experiential Hub
Oct 9 | World Mental Health Day
In honour of World Mental Health Day (Oct 10) Join the Thrive and Fun@VIU teams for a especial edition of Breath between classes event at the Upper Quad at 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Drop in for connection, snacks, resources, movement and a chance to win prizes!
Oct 28 | Mental Health Screening
Mental and emotional health are just as important as physical health, so let's check them. Take about 30 min to drop in at the Madrona room in the VIU Library for a screening, any time from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Come and look at resources, activities and refreshments to help you cultivate well-being
Follow @viuthrive on Instagram for more details, updates, and how to get involved in each event.
Let’s build a healthier, more connected campus together.
Preventing sexualized violence on campus
Safer Campuses for Everyone
Tuition prize!
Let's continue our conversation about consent, as we all have a role in creating a safe and inclusive environment.
Created by BC Campus, the "Safer Campuses for Everyone" course covers the importance of consent in all types of relationships. It offers guidance and resources related to preventing sexual violence.
Want a chance to win $500 tuition credit?
Just follow these steps:
- Log in to your VIU Learn account
- Register to the course
- Complete the course before Oct 31
- Email your completion to thrive@viu.ca to be entered into the draw
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was first launched in 2003 on the 10th of September by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) with the endorsement of the World Health Organization (WHO). The 10th of September each year has been designated as a way of focusing attention on the problems of suicide worldwide.
The purpose of having events and programs around this date is to destigmatize conversations about suicide by creating a space where people can connect and share with others who have experienced various forms suicidality.
Join Thrive events and programs to learn more about this preventive campaign and contribute to build a safer community around campus.
For immediate support, call or text 9.8.8 Suicide Crisis Help Line, available 24/7.
or the Vancouver Island Crisis line 1.888.494.3888
The following discusses the topic of suicide.
