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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.
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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.
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WolfPack present “Gloves for a Game” donation
TRU Basketball delivers donations from their "Gloves for a Game" promotion
Dec
6
Research Provocations Series—Classroom Action Research Tool for Scholarly Teaching
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Arts and Education
What can be learned from analysis of classroom interaction and how might this improve pedagogy?
Dec
7
Startup Coffee | Caffeine & Entrepreneurial Conversations
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Campus Activity Centre
Discuss new business ideas with experienced founders and mentors. Get feedback on the business idea you’ve been thinking about.
Dec
10
Write for Rights
10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Arts and Education
On International Human Rights Day, stop by the second floor of AE to write a letter in support of those whose rights have been denied.