Storm the Stairs next Monday

Get your Storm the Stairs card from the Gym now and start practicing!

It is also worth visiting VIU's  Campus Recreation page here

How to get the most from your textbook -- a Crank It Up digital slideshow presentation

Here is a link to the slideshow presentation I gave at today's Crank It Up workshop at VIU.

FYI

International Education Seminars for Students

Workshop in the Writing Centre

At 1.00 today  (Monday) ,  in the Writing Centre, Daniel Burgoyne, Writing Centre tutor, Chair of English, Co-author of "Academic Writing - an Introduction," will give a workshop on how use and give credit to other people's work that you present in your own writing. It's something a lot of people struggle with, and a fundamental academic skill. Come and hear what he has to say.

"Someone" and "they"

The reputable Economist magazine takes a stand and supports it.    According to their language blogger, it is acceptable to write,   "If someone at VIU needs help with their English writing,  they should go to the Writing Centre."

Johnson: Singular they

Saudi Day Celebration in Nanaimo

A great opportunity to enjoy the sun and fun and engage in some cross cultural networking.

Nanaimo Events | Saudi National Day (A Celebration of Saudi Culture)

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Please refer to this page when you need details about English Language Support.

and MBA Students can book appointments  here