What is the OCCEL?
The Office of Co-Curricular Engagement and Learning engages and supports the student experience by fostering meaningful connections, wellness, leadership development, and personal growth through creating, promoting and recognizing co-curricular activities exercised on campus and within the community.
We are committed to the following goals:
- Creating opportunities for learning through experience, outside of the classroom
- Creating opportunities for student engagement on campus and within the community
- Helping students develop leadeship skills and build upon relevant skills through professional development
- Facilitating new student orientations and volunteer opportunities for students
- Facilitating student engagement at VIU in terms of connecting activities to the VIU Graduate Attributes
- Organizing programming that helps students to become reflective learners
Our Programs
Co-Curricular Record (CCR)
Your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) is your non-academic transcript. The CCR recognizes both paid and volunteer experiences. Recognize your employable skills today. Submit your CCR reflection in a matter of minutes and get credit for your campus experiences. You can access your CCR through the Experience Hub.
RockVIU: Welcome to Campus
RockVIU: Welcome to Campus is an opportunity for new students to explore the campus, meet their faculty, and make new connections with their peers. This year's orientation will consist of a full week of immersive and inclusive virtual experiences with a mix of fun and engaging activities.
Fun@VIU
Fun@VIU is a student-led, staff-supported leadership group of Vancouver Island University. This leadership group hosts a variety of events, volunteer activities and opportunities for students to get involved in our local community.
Our Programs
Student Leadership Circle (SLC)
The Student Leadership Circle (SLC) aims to build and host professional development workshops for all VIU student leaders. Each workshop is designed to target at least one relevant skill and/or VIU Graduate Attribute.
CCR Talks
CCR Talks are like "TED Talks" and provide an opportunity for student leaders to showcase their reflections and involvements on campus and within the community through their developed VIU Graduate Attributes. CCR Talks are also a great way for students and faculty to learn more about available engagement opportunities on campus!
Connect. Engage. Discover.
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