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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.
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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.
Teddy bears picnic for human rights
Bear Witness Day reminds us that all Indigenous children have the right to public supports and services when they need them.
Law students tap into wealth of experience with judge in residence
Retired BC Supreme Court Judge Hon. Hope Hyslop has taken on the role as TRU's second judge in residence to mentor law students.
Following her passion led to TRU
The valedictorian for the School of Nursing at this spring's convocation discovered students pulled together to succeed.
May
24
Excess screen time and effects on learning
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Brown Family House of Learning
How does excess screen time affect social and mental health of youth and university learners, and what does that means for educators?
May
25
LEAP: A Day in Penticton
All Day
Location: No location specified
Enjoy stunning views of the Southern Okanagan while exploringthe downtown, beach front and fruit winery.
May
26
LEAP: learn to play disc golf
All Day
Location: Off Campus
Learn how to play disc golf on the Kamloops course located inRose Hill.