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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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While we appreciate almost-alumni @VancityReynolds sharing his “Dirty Dozen Holiday Movies” with us, the assignment was for a biology class. @MaximumEffort
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Looking good, @Canucks ! Congratulations to Henrik and Daniel on their honourary degrees. #kpuconvocation2017
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
8 years
@nathanfielder Finally someone gets us
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Surrey RCMP has resolved the potential threat and given the all clear at KPU Surrey. Classes will resume at KPU Surrey at 4 p.m. All other KPU campuses remain open.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Weather Update: January 15, 5:40AM: ALL KPU CAMPUSES CLOSED - All KPU campuses are closed and all classes are cancelled due to severe weather, poor travel conditions, and Environment Canada snowfall warning. Check the page for updates.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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ALL KPU CAMPUSES ARE CLOSED - Surrey RCMP have alerted us to an unsubstantiated threat against KPU. All classes at all campuses are cancelled for rest of the day and our buildings will remain closed while security reviews the situation. Check for updates
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@KwantlenU
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@VancityReynolds We welcome students coming to us with a wealth of life experience behind them, Ryan. Check out KPU Complete, which helps experienced and mid-career learners make a smooth transition to post-secondary education: .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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All KPU Campuses are closed due to weather conditions.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
ALL KPU CAMPUSES ARE CLOSED - Monday, February 11, 6:52am. All KPU campuses are closed due to severe weather, poor travel conditions and Environment Canada snowfall warning. For updates check the campus status page:
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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UPDATE Mar. 24: As KPU continues to respond to recommendations from B.C.’s Provincial Health Officer regarding the measures required to help slow the spread of COVID-19, KPU will deliver all its Summer 2020 classes remotely. There will be no in-person classes for the summer term.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
ICYMI: We're proud to offer a growing number of programs and courses with no required textbook costs!
@cbcnewsbc
CBC British Columbia
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A B.C. university has added a sixth program to a growing list of programs that students can complete without buying a single textbook | via @alexem
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Our Richmond campus got a rainbow makeover coinciding with Richmond’s Pride Week! Painting is taking place at all KPU campuses in support of Pride and our commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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We’d like to give a huge thank you to our amazing facilities team for their hard work and ongoing efforts to clear the parking lots and entrances around our campuses.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Surrey RCMP has received information of a potential imminent threat to KPU Surrey campus. If you are on campus, please shelter in place pending further updates. Otherwise please stay away from campus.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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ALL KPU CAMPUSES ARE CLOSED-Tuesday, February 12, 6:26am. All KPU campuses are closed due to severe weather, poor travel conditions and Environment Canada snowfall warning. For updates please check
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
The Advancement team created a gingerbread version of our soon-to-open fifth campus in downtown Surrey. KPU Civic Plaza is located next door to Surrey City Hall. The gingerbread version is on display at @centralcity . Thanks @dtsurreybia !
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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We are proud to officially introduce The Melville School of Business to KPU! Thank you to George and Sylvia Melville for a generous $8 million donation in support of the business programs and the incredible students at KPU. #melvilleschoolofbusiness
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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FALL SEMESTER UPDATE: KPU will continue to deliver classes online for the Fall semester, with very limited on-campus learning opportunities (labs, shops, studios, etc). For the full announcement and details from KPU President, @presadavis , visit
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KwantlenU
2 years
After careful consideration and consultations with the respective ministries, we have decided on a three phase approach to the Spring term at KPU. Please read the full details here - .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
We're only minutes away from our virtual town hall with Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau and MP @Sukhdhaliwal ! Visit to watch live.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Welcome all students! We are so happy to see your faces back on campus and we are looking forward to a fun and safe fall semester. 🍂
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
Weather Update: February 4, 2PM: ALL KPU CAMPUSES CLOSED - All KPU campuses are closed due to severe weather, poor travel conditions, and Environment Canada snowfall warnings. We will continue to monitor weather across all our campuses, check for updates.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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KPU has signed the Scarborough Charter, a document supported by over 40 Canadian universities to fight anti-Black racism and support Black inclusion. #KPU is proud to be part of such an important movement for Canadian schools. Learn more:
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KwantlenU
6 years
Throwing it back to our Spring 2017 Convocation Ceremony and one of the many great Sedin moments! 🏒
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
We are beaming with pride! Our @KPU_Business Dean, Stephanie Howes, is a finalist in the @SBofT Surrey Women in Business Awards! She’s in great company among the best and brightest women of Surrey business community. Catch the virtual event here:
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Kwantlen is lighting our Langley and Surrey campuses in orange to commemorate the lives of those lost and the survivors of residential schools. Reflect and educate yourself on Canada’s history and participate by wearing orange to honor those affected by residential schools.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Congratulations to the 2016 graduates of the KPU Bachelor of Design, Fashion and Technology program! #kputheshow2016
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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KPU welcomed @AndrewMercierBC , Parliamentary Secretary for Skills Training, and MLAs @MeganDykeman and @MikeStarchuk to KPU Tech as B.C. celebrates and recognizes #trades #apprentices for their contributions to the province and economy in Apprenticeship Recognition Month.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Update: March 16, 8:50am - Please see an important update from KPU President Alan Davis about COVID-19 .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
In line with the request for people to stay out of the area, KPU won't be opening its Langley campus this morning as a precautionary measure while it awaits more information on the multiple shooting incident in Langley.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Representatives from the @SurreyRCMP and @icbc were at KPU Surrey today to talk about pedestrian safety. The 3 important takeaways: 1. Wear reflective items; 2. always use marked crossings; 3. when you’re driving look for pedestrians & yield. @RoadSafetyKaron @RoadSafetyKate
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
Reminder: Spring 2020 Convocation Tribute at 11:00 a.m. today. Everyone is invited and welcome to tune in at 11:00 a.m. to watch a video tribute to our Spring 2020 graduates. The video will be available here:
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Thank you @DAMSFORD and @FordCanada for the donation of these two brand-new trucks to the KPU Trades Automotive Program. This donation will help support students as they get hands-on training to become certified automotive technicians.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Roxanne Charles is one of many incredible Indigenous graduates, whose art is as much an anthropological study as it is self-expression. Read more about Roxanne and her art work in our @KPUAlumni Magazine’s 4th edition. #indigenoushistorymonth #kpu #NIHM
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Join @presadavis tomorrow at 4pm PST as he hosts a virtual town hall with KPU faculty, staff, students, Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau , and MP @Sukhdhaliwal . Visit to watch live.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Happy New Year! From everyone at KPU we wish you all the best in 2022.
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KwantlenU
5 years
KPU is monitoring weather conditions for Tuesday, February 12. We will be monitoring weather across all our campuses and will post a status update by 6:45am. For updates please check the campus status page:
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
KPU IS MONITORING WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13. We will be monitoring weather across all our campuses and will post a status update by 6:30am. For updates please check the campus status page.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
6 years
Warmest congratulations to our Chancellor George Melville on being appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest form of recognition. We applaud your many contributions to B.C., and we are proud that you are a member of the KPU family.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
6 years
Great news! We've been named one of BC's top employers for 2018:
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KwantlenU
8 years
We have some unexpected but lovely guests around campus today. Think we should use some lures? #kwantlenpokemon
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
6 years
Chip and Shannon Wilson at the @wilsondesignkpu Grand Opening this evening!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
Thank you @AnneKangMLA & @AndrewMercierBC . @KwantlenU is proud to train students in the health care assistant program as they work in long-term care or assisted living residences in BC. This investment in students & health care assistants will also support BC’s economic recovery.
@AnneKangMLA
Anne Kang
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Today the BC government announced an $8.4-million investment in education and training programs that will enable people to train for high-demand jobs as health-care assistants caring for B.C.’s seniors. @adriandix #bcpoli
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Huge gratitude to @Stephanie4BC @tracyrediesbc @marvinhunt4bc and @sswrchamber for the generous donation of over $1,100 to support the Dean’s Award for Outstanding Achievement for a woman enrolled in a Trades Foundation program @KwantlenU . Thank you for supporting our students!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Registration is open now for Cannabis Career Training. Apply at
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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The countdown is on! We can’t wait for the Civic Plaza grand opening in January. Check out our new signage that was just installed.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Update: March 12, 5:00pm - Further to this afternoon’s briefing from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, updates have been made to KPU's response to COVID-19. Visit .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
KPU will join universities across Canada in a minute of silence for the victims of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 and their families at 10 a.m. PT on Wednesday, January 15.
@univcan
Universities Canada | Universités Canada
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Please join Canada's universities in a moment of silence on Wednesday, January 15 at 1 p.m. ET #PS752 #CdnPSE #CdnPoli
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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“Sociology is a discipline where you can be anything you want and you can study anything you want,” says Dr. Rebecca Yoshizawa, sociology instructor at KPU. If you’re curious about our world learn more about KPU’s Sociology program at .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
We thank you for your patience and are happy to announce our internet issues have been resolved!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
Join us Wednesday, September 29th to listen to Len Pierre, Special Advisor of Indigenous Leadership, Innovation, and Partnerships at KPU. Register online today and don’t miss the first talk in this year’s informative and important four-part series,
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Congrats to our own @KPU_Business Dean, Stephanie Howes, who was named a winner at the @SBofT 2020 Women in Business Awards! You continue to inspire our staff and students with your leadership.
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SurreyBoardofTrade
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The winner of the 2020 Surrey Women in Business Award – Corporate Leadership Category, sponsored by @RBSLawyers is Stephanie Howes of @KwantlenU ! #WIB2020
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Join us Thursday, Feb 24th for a talk with Dr. Marie Battiste. Dr. Battiste will explain the diverse ways Indigenization is practiced across Canada in universities and why decolonizing knowledges in curricula and decolonizing systems matter. Register at, .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Canada Day is coming up quick and we're so excited to be a sponsor of this year's virtual #SurreyCanadaDay ! Visit for details and don't miss the virtual fireworks finale!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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A cute moment from Day 2 of our KPU Convocation! Future alumni, perhaps?! 🎓
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Today, on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, KPU pays tribute to the women who were tragically murdered. Please join us in supporting the countless women who face violence and pay memory to those who have lost their lives.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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As students dive into the fall semester, please know mental health support is available 24/7. is available to B.C. post-secondary students. KPU students can also access 24/7 support through the @keepmesafe_org app. Learn more .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Exams are officially DONE! Congratulations to everyone for their hard work over the Fall Semester. Enjoy a well-deserved holiday break!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
From March 18-22, join us for "Decolonization and Indigenization: A Week of Sharing and Learning at KPU". Visit to learn more.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
ICYMI: The B.C. government has announced emergency funding for domestic B.C. students facing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit  to learn more about how you can apply.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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We are saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Charan Gill. @KwantlenU was proud to award him an honorary doctor of laws to pay tribute to his dedication and commitment to social justice. Today we honour his tremendous legacy and offer our condolences to his family and friends.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
8 years
What a busy day at KPU Surrey today! #kpucampuslife #orientation
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
Congrats @SheriDWilson on your honourary degree! #KPUConvocation
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
6 years
We're so excited to be collaborating and providing great opportunities for students!
@CityofSurrey
City of Surrey
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Surrey City Lab will make its debut this September! This 3 year partnership with @KwantlenU & @SFU will deliver a program that will engage students in real world issues affecting our city and integrated opportunities for them to learn & work together.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Today is our Fall Convocation! While we wish we could celebrate in-person, it is just as important to recognize the time and dedication it has taken our students to graduate during these challenging times. Congratulations to KPU graduates, all the best for your bright futures!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
We're thrilled to celebrate our new chancellor, @KimCBaird at the upcoming installation on Monday, October 19. Visit to join us!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
For #WorldHealthDay we want to say thank you to everyone working tirelessly in the healthcare field. We're proud of everything our healthcare grads have accomplished and we're honoured to be teaching the next generation of health and wellness professionals.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Welcome to the summer semester! Pro tip: courtyard seating gets busy in the summer. Bring a picnic blanket and sit on the grass, you’ll soak up the sun and get your study on without fighting for a seat. Where’s your favourite spot on campus to relax on a sunny day? #kwantlen #kpu
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
Classes are cancelled as of 4pm. Campuses will be closed at 6pm. Students, please check your KPU email for updates:
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KwantlenU
5 years
Have a great Family Day, KPU!
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KwantlenU
8 years
Congrats to our Student Ambassador Argel, for winning 7 medals and a $10K scholarship at the #WCOPA last week! #kpu
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Anti-Racism Awareness Week is May 23-29. At KPU, we stand in solidarity with racialized communities against racism. It isn’t enough to just make that statement but to show that KPU is trying to make a difference 1/2
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
The B.C. Government is boosting emergency funding for domestic B.C. students in need during the #COVID19 pandemic. Learn more in the link below.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
George and Sylvia Melville’s generous donation will be used to provide students with the support to learn and achieve what is possible. Visit our website for more information on how this incredible donation will help students today and in the future .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Happy Canada Day, everyone!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
KPU is proud to celebrate and acknowledge National Indigenous Peoples' Day but we felt one day wasn't enough. Throughout the month we've been hosting virtual events, presentations, and discussions. Visit to learn more.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
Did you know there is emergency financial assistance available to KPU students? Thank you @AnneKangMLA for this funding boost as it helps students facing hardships during the pandemic.
@AnneKangMLA
Anne Kang
3 years
In response to COVID19, students attending BC public colleges & universities across BC can access $4M of additional emergency assistance. #bcPSE @TheBCFS @students_bc 1/6
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
@rjsvr KPU does not condone these comments. We stand with our communities against racism, and we take this matter seriously. We are looking into it.
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KwantlenU
6 years
We’ll be at the Lift Cannabis Expo in Vancouver on January 13&14! Visit us to learn more about our cannabis professional series:
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KwantlenU
3 years
Happy Vaisakhi and Ramadan Mubarak to all those celebrating.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
We're less than 2 weeks away from our Richmond Virtual Open House! Join us from the comfort and safety of home as you learn more about KPU, remotely explore the campus, and even score some great prizes!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
KPU honoured National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day with a special flag raising ceremony today at Surrey campus.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
It's a bird...it's a ✈️ • Thanks to @derekferchoff for sending us this amazing photo! 👌🙌📸
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
To help KPU students during the #COVID19 pandemic, the keep.meSAFE Mental Wellness Student Support Program (my SSP) will be launched early. The app provides all KPU students access to a large & diverse network of professional counsellors. Learn more
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
KPU is hosting a youth mental health forum at KPU Langley on Tuesday, July 2. Join @KPUHealth for an important discussion on concurrent disorders in youth and the importance of trauma-informed care. Visit for details and to RSVP
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
The latest update from KPU President Dr. Alan Davis: KPU has taken significant steps to ensure the health and safety of our students and employees in accordance with the recommendations from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. 1/6
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
Hats off to all our amazing grads and great convocation volunteers! 🎓
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KwantlenU
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Award winning #KPU Alumna Ashley Brooks applies her skills from @kpubrew as quality control manager for @fourwindsbrewco . Read the @vancouversun to learn how KPU's inclusive environment has inspired women like Ashley to thrive as leaders. Read more at .
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
5 years
We’re so excited to be at #BCTECHSummit ! Thanks to everyone who is able to stop by, including @melaniejmark !
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
Thank you to the @TELUS employees who raised money and set up an emergency bursary to support students studying IT at KPU. This is part of the TELUS Acts of Giving and the employees have a chance to donate money to the cause of their choice. Thank you for choosing KPU students!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
As of 8:00 PM the Surrey KPU Campus is closed due to loss of power. All classes this evening are cancelled. Next update Thursday morning..
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
Congratulations to all our award recipients. We hope everyone had a great time!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
6 years
Come find us at #BCTechSummit ! We're set up beside the globe in the South Foyer, or in the centre of the marketplace!
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
4 years
Save the date! Registration for Fall 2020 opens Monday, July 13.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
7 years
Congratulations to our honourary degree recipient, First Nations elder June Laitar! #KPUConvocation
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
2 years
Have you ever wondered what the P in KPU means? It stands for Polytechnic, which is how we combine the classroom with real-world experience through hands-on learning. As Canada’s only polytechnic university, this becomes an education that cannot be found anywhere else.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
3 years
Happy Nursing Week to all our nurses and psych nurses! KPU is proud to be helping prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.
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@KwantlenU
KwantlenU
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Merry Christmas! Warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season from KPU.
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