Spoiler: it wasn't the first take... or the second. Now you know what it really took for our comms team to nail this sweater transition. #BTS #Bloopers #RoyalRoadsUniversity @lifeatbcit.bsky.social

Award-winning communicator Stephanie Barsby Boisvert turned curiosity into strategy while building capacity for a growing town. Full story: www.royalroads.ca/news/communi...

Dr. @sarahwolfephd.bsky.social & the SEE Lab at @royalroads.ca have received $452,000 in @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca grants to explore environmental emotions and urban cemetery resilience. One hundred per cent of funds go to student research! 🔗 Read and apply: www.royalroads.ca/news/grants-...

Young adults facing cancer often navigate education or careers, finances, fertility, mental health and relationships — all at once. Yet cancer care in BC isn’t built for their stage of life. Give today and double your impact: www.royalroads.ca/anew

What does "wild" actually mean? RRU filmmakers and ethnographers Phillip and April Vannini spoke with Canadian Geographic about their film, Inhabited, and what they learned from those living in Canada's UNESCO Natural World Heritage sites. Story: rru.life/CL 📷: Phillip and April Vannini

What happens when BBA students combine entrepreneurship with a passion for making a difference? They create ventures that support local nonprofits and make a real impact in the community. Learn more about the Online Venture Challenge projects: Embarkly: golocalperks.ca Go Local Perks: embarkly.ca

Did you miss the live Pride event? The recording of From Comfort to Courage: Leading Through Times of Change with Coltan Fagan is now ready! 🏳️‍🌈

From Comfort to Courage: Leading Through Times of Change with Coltan Fagan

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We're recruiting MA or MSc in Environment and Management student researchers for funded research projects on pressing environmental challenges. Research includes: 🌎 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🌲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 Learn more and apply by January 4, 2027: rru.life/CC

Universities aren’t just places to learn. They can be powerful agents of change. In an article for @ca.theconversation.com, President Philip Steenkamp and Environment & Sustainability Prof. Sarah Wolfe highlight how universities can combat climate change.

Universities have a vital role to play in tackling climate change

Universities must develop an intentional, place-based approach to research and teaching that’s organized around a region’s unique and specific problems.

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Consider the hoodies — and the partnership — officially launched. RRU and BCIT are teaming up to create more flexible, affordable and career-focused learning across BC. Two campuses. One vision. More ways forward for learners.

Rocky James, a Two-Spirit member of the Penelakut Tribe, is amplifying queer Indigenous voices in policy & academia. Now a doctoral student at RRU, his SSHRC-funded research focuses on Indigenous language revitalization & climate (in)justice. Full story: www.royalroads.ca/news/paving-...

Garrett Stalker and Stacey Brownell know firsthand the challenges of facing cancer as a young person. Now, through RRU’s Anew Research Collaborative, they’re helping shape better support and resources for young adults with cancer. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/young-a...

Study while walking the dog? Yes, you can. Or maybe the beach is more your style? By eliminating scheduled video lectures, Dr. Phillip Vannini's classes reduce Zoom fatigue while transforming students' diverse locations into an academic advantage. Full story: www.royalroads.ca/news/vannini...

Have you visited the Indigenous Medicine Garden at the Farm lately? 🌿 Discover ten new signs featuring a site map, a gratitude sign and stories about the plants that support pollinators, ecosystems and people. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/new-sig...

Domestic violence can impact every part of a victim’s life, including their workplace. Asia McLean, a Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Management grad, focused her RRU capstone project on how employers can be responsive to survivors. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/how-int...

On June 19, thousands gathered at Royal Roads on the traditional lands of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking Peoples (Songhees & Esquimalt Nations) to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day—a day of culture, art and community. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/carryin...

Thank you to the Elders, young ones, old ones, knowledge-keepers, community members, students, entertainers, partners, vendors and special guests who joined us to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on the traditional Lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.

Our new partnership with the British Columbia Institute of Technology will expand access to flexible, affordable and career-focused education across British Columbia. More details: lnkd.in/eHtEXZKN

One of our favourite crops is ready on the Farm at RRU 🍓 Over the past few weeks, several hundred pints of gorgeous spray-free, organically grown strawberries have been shared with community organizations.

Max Henry Jr. shares the significance of the traditional Canoe Landing Protocol Practice and canoe challenges taking place during National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations on Friday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where will your grad cap take you? 🎓 Congratulations Spring 2026 grads - you did it! #RRUGrad #RoyalRoadsUniversity

Fred Rogers said there were three ways to success. The first way is to be kind. So is the second and the third. That was the heart of President Steenkamp's address to graduates last week: when faced with a choice, choose the next right thing, even if you don’t know the outcome yet.

This is what it sounds like when Royal Roads' newest doctors meet each other. #RRUDoctors #RRUGrad #DoctorDoctor #RoyalRoadsUniversity

Congratulations, Doctors! Surrounded by faculty, supporters and university leaders, our newest Doctor of Business Administration and Doctor of Social Sciences graduates celebrated their remarkable achievements at historic Hatley Castle.

We’re all smiles welcoming our Spring 2026 Royal Roads graduates to campus today! 🎓 778 grads will cross the stage in four ceremonies, and two exceptional leaders, Carol Off & Elder Səlíʔukʷ Mary Ann Thomas, will receive honorary degrees. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/celebra...

This evening, we gathered to celebrate our Spring 2026 Distinguished Student Award winners. We're so proud of you, and we cannot wait to see where your journey takes you next. See you on the convocation stage tomorrow!

Our Spring 2026 distinguished student award winners are recognized for their extraordinary achievements both inside and outside the classroom. Find the complete list of convocation award recipients and meet the Governor General’s Gold medalist: www.royalroads.ca/news/spring-...

Carol Off, award-winning journalist and author, has dedicated her life to storytelling for a better world. Royal Roads is proud to celebrate her changemaking with an Honorary Doctorate at Spring 2026 Convocation. Read more: www.royalroads.ca/news/celebra...

Join us Friday, June 19 to celebrate together in a good way on the traditional Lands of the Lekwungen-speaking Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. The annual National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration event is free and open to everyone. Full details: www.royalroads.ca/events/natio...

🎓 Class of 2026, it’s almost time.   Who’s walking the stage?   #RRUGrad #RoyalRoadsUniversity