It’s good to be here.
At Thompson Rivers University, student success is our priority. We empower our students to reach their goals with flexible learning options, individualized student services, hands-on learning opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive environment.
How to find us
A hub for travel, Kamloops is 3.5 hours from Vancouver, and a day’s drive from Calgary, Prince George, Victoria or Seattle.
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Shane Marriott
Culinary Arts Certificate, 2010
Why did you choose TRU?
The Culinary Arts program at TRU has the most hands on technical training available in BC.
What did you like most about your program?
It was mostly hands-on training combined with some classroom-style work. The industry-educated instructors are very knowledgeable in their craft and they create an accurate representation of an industry kitchen, in terms of structure and service standards.
Learn more about the Culinary Arts programGet the attention you deserve.
Our size makes it easy for you to get hands-on learning that will help you through the good times and the bad.
At Thompson Rivers University, be empowered to reach your goals with many learning options. Be supported with individualized student services. Be involved through hands-on learning and research opportunities. Be welcome in our inclusive environment. Join us to discover all that you can be at TRU.
The best things about TRU Life on campusTRU’s Kamloops campus is situated on the traditional and unceded lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc within Secwépemc'ulucw, the traditional territory of the Secwépemc people.
TRU World pushes Kamloops Marathon to new record
TRU World is making a debut at this year's Kamloops Marathon with teams entered in the team relay segment this Sunday.
Creative chemistry
Third-year science student Will Primrose's passion for words makes his teaching and his science more understandable and precise.
WolfPack men’s volleyball set to hold first ever training camp in Prince George
A number of our players always want to instruct at the Prince George camp so I thought it would be an ideal situation to have everyone there to train.”
Jul
22
One-day coding workshop series: How to Promote Your Business through Social Media
All Day
Location: Old Main
Learn how to generate more business and to better connect with, and serve, your customers.
Jul
24
Startup Basics: Resources
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Brown Family House of Learning
Learn what tools, resources, mentorship, workshops, events, and other supports are available through TRU Generator.
Jul
18
Horticulture Gardens tour
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Horticulture Gardens
Learn more about the plants at TRU during a tour guided by a member of the TRU Friends of the Gardens.