News
North Vancouver campuses closed Friday, June 21
Please do not come to either main campus or CapU Lonsdale on Friday.
- Jun 20
Exhibit explores how drawing draws us together
More than the Mark at the Brackendale Art Gallery from June 12–16
- Jun 12
Capilano University expands program offerings at its Squamish campus for January 2025
In Spring 2025 CapU will add three additional programs to the course offerings at its new campus in Squamish. The University’s new Squamish campus will open and welcome students in September 2024.
- Jun 5
From canvas to convocation: The design journey of CapU student Natasha Lee
As an illustrator, Natasha Lee found herself questioning the meticulous nature of the graphic design courses during her first year in the Bachelor of Visual Communication and Design degree in the IDEA School of Design.
- Jun 4
CapU collaborates with North Shore Rescue to improve inclusivity and access
CapU's Access Programs department has partnered with North Shore Rescue (NSR) to develop initiatives aimed at improving safety and inclusivity for individuals of all abilities.
- May 30
Capilano University secures student housing for Squamish campus—All students enrolled in Fall 2024 term are guaranteed an option to live on campus
CapU announced plans to offer guaranteed on-campus student housing for all students enrolled at its new Squamish campus when it opens in September 2024.
- May 29
Capilano University signs five-year contract to deliver language and settlement services for newcomers in the Sea-to-Sky region and on the Sunshine Coast
CapU is the new recognized provider of language support and settlement services in Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Lillooet, Sechelt, Gibsons and Powell River. The BC Newcomer Services program assists newcomers to Canada with information to settle into daily life in their new community.
- May 14
Capilano University announces 2024 honorary degree recipients and faculty emeritus honourees
Capilano University (CapU) is pleased to announce the university will be honouring five exemplary individuals with an honorary doctorate degree and three esteemed colleagues with the title of faculty emeritus at the spring 2024 convocation ceremonies taking place June 5–7, 2024.
- May 2
Capilano University announces Kari Wharton as Vice-President, University Relations
CapU is pleased to announce that Kari Wharton will be the next vice-president, university relations. Wharton has been serving this role on an interim basis since December 14, 2023 and, after a recruitment process, assumed the role permanently as of May 1, 2024.
- May 1
Asian Heritage Month 2024—Joint video statement
Watch a video statement recognizing Asian Heritage Month from CapU, Capilano Students' Union, Capilano Faculty Association and MoveUP.
- May 1