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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.
Conference shines spotlight on equity, inclusion and reconciliation
The third biennial Learning at Intercultural Intersections Conference featured speakers from as far away as Brazil and New Zealand.
Workshops blast stereotypes about Indigenous peoples
TRU World's indigenization efforts go well beyond borders.
Astrobiologist alumnus presents new origin of life concept
TRU alumnus Dr. Bruce Damer often pondered abstract concepts as a teenager walking Kamloops trails. Hear his free talk at TRU on March 28.
Mar
25
Using Video for Student Engagement and Success
1:00pm - 1:50pm
Location: BC Centre for Open Learning (BCCOL)
Learn good practices when it comes to creating video content for courses.
Mar
25
Workshop: restorative (social) justice and mindfulness
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Off Campus
TRU Faculty Association's Equity Committee presents the workshop Restorative (Social) Justice and Mindfulness.
Mar
26
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final
10:00am - 11:00am
Location: International Building (IB)
Cheer on graduate students in this fast-paced and fun research communications competition. Vote for People's Choice!