TRUSU

Volunteer Fair
2025-09-15 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Old Main Basketball Courts, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
Do you want to make a difference in the community? Are you looking for ways to bolster your resume? Want to learn more about and connect to local non-profits? Then the TRUSU Volunteer Fair is for you!
Join us on September 15 from 10 am to 2 pm at the basketball courts outside of Old Main for the new annual TRUSU Volunteer Fair. Hosted by TRUSU in partnership with United Way BC, this event aims to bring together two groups – students who want to volunteer and organizations that have volunteer opportunities designed with students in mind.
The TRUSU Volunteer Fair is your chance to learn about and connect with volunteer positions that align with your abilities, goals, and capacity as a student. Non-profits from across the Kamloops area will have booths where you will be able to learn about each organization, talk to representatives, and access their posted volunteer openings. If you find an opportunity you align with, there will be a QR code you can scan to apply right there using your iVolunteer account!
If you are ready to jump into the amazing world of volunteerism sign up below!

Welcome Breakfast
2025-09-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Old Main Basketball Courts, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
Kick off the school year with a bang at the Annual TRUSU Welcome Breakfast!
Join us for Welcome Breakfast on Friday, September 12, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon on the Basketball Court outside Old Main.
Enjoy a free breakfast featuring delicious pancakes, fresh fruit, coffee, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with laughter, music, games, and fun! And yes — there will be vegan options available.
Don’t be late — breakfast will be served while quantities last.
This is the perfect chance to connect, indulge, and celebrate the incredible TRU community. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus and make unforgettable memories together!

Community Meal
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-14 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-31 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-17 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-03 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-19 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-05 12:00 - 17:00 and 2 more dates | TRUSU Building, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
Join us for a TRUSU Community Meal! It’s a great opportunity to grab a delicious meal, connect with your peers, and be a part of our community.
This event is part of our efforts to address food insecurity among students at TRU. We’ll be serving up free nutritious meals in the Students’ Union Building every two weeks. Quantities are limited, so be sure to come by early before the meals are gone.

Student Caucus Information Session
2025-09-10 18:00 - 19:00 | TRUSU Lecture Hall, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
Serving as a student representative on a university committee can be a rewarding experience and requires a significant commitment. Often, Student Caucus candidates have questions about the responsibilities, current vacancies, and interview process while filling out their application. Whether you’ve already submitted your application or are exploring your options, now’s your chance to learn more about what it means to participate as a student representative!
Join us for a drop-in session where you can chat with some of the current student representatives and Student Caucus support about their experiences, available positions, and the role of a student serving in TRU’s governance.

Clubs Day 2025
2025-09-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Old Main Basketball Courts, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
TRUSU Clubs Day is your gateway to campus life. With over 50 student clubs, from academic and advocacy groups to arts, culture, and recreation, this is your chance to find your people, fuel your passions, and try something new.
Join us this September at the Basketball Courts to explore the full range of what student life has to offer. Meet passionate club leaders, ask questions, and sign up for groups that match your interests or spark new ones. Every table is a doorway to new friendships, skills, and experiences.
Shape your university experience. Start something unforgettable.
Explore. Engage. Enjoy.
Looking to book a table for your club? Contact the Educational and Professional Services Coordinator to book a space.

Chef’s Package Giveaway
2025-09-10 10:00, 2025-08-13 10:00, 2025-07-09 10:00, 2025-06-11 10:00 | TRUSU Building, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
Post-secondary education can get expensive with high tuition costs, expensive textbooks, and rising inflation. At TRUSU, we believe that no student should have to face food insecurity while striving for their academic goals. To address food insecurity on campus and reduce the financial burden on students, we will give away customized chef’s package to students once every month.
On the second Wednesday of each month, the TRUSU Services Committee will be hosting a table to giving away free chef’s packages to students at TRU. The event will start at 10:00 am inside the TRUSU building. Each package has enough ingredients to cook healthy home-cooked and delicious meals.
Supplies are limited. Make sure you stop by at the Services Committee table inside TRUSU building and pick up a healthy Chefs Package. Bon Appetit!!

Board of Directors Meeting
2025-09-09 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-12 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-08 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-10 16:00 - 18:00 | TRUSU Boardroom, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
Each month the TRUSU Board of Directors meets to: discuss activities that have taken place since the last meeting, discuss upcoming plans and initiatives, review TRUSU grant applications, receive presentations and reports, and more. These meetings are open to the public and members are encouraged to attend. These meetings take place on the second Tuesday of each month in the TRUSU Boardroom.

The Partition of the Indian Subcontinent and Its Consequences
2025-09-08 17:00 - 19:00 | TRUSU Lecture Hall, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
The Department of Philosophy, History, and Politics (PHD Department) is hosting a distinguished scholar, Dr. Ishtiaq Ahmed, who will be delivering a talk on “The Partition of the Indian Subcontinent and Its Consequences” on Monday, September 8, 2025.
Dr. Ahmed is an internationally renowned political scientist, historian, and author, widely recognized for his extensive research on South Asian politics and history. His lecture will explore the causes, aftermath, and lasting consequences of the 1947 Partition, drawing on insights from his acclaimed books, including The Punjab: Bloodied, Partitioned and Cleansed, Jinnah: His Successes, Failures and Role in History, and Pakistan: The Garrison State.
This event will be of particular interest to Pakistani and Indian students, as well as anyone interested in history, politics, and South Asian affairs.

The Partition of the Indian Subcontinent and Its Consequences
2025-09-08 14:30 - 15:45 | IB 1020, 905 University Dr, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada

TRUSU Connect
2025-09-08 12:00 - 13:00 | BC
Are You Looking to Get More from Your TRU Experience?
Whether you’re new to TRU, still searching for your place, or ready to explore even more ways to get involved, TRUSU Connects is here to help you.
Think of it as academic advising… for your campus life. Whether you are registered in one class or five, online or in person. In just one virtual session, we’ll guide you through all the ways you can connect with your Students’ Union and get involved on campus.
Sessions run every Monday from 12:00–1:00 PM, all year long. Just click the button below to register, show up, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Back-to-School BBQ 2025
2025-09-05 10:00 - 15:00 | Campus Commons, 1055 University Dr, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8, Canada
Get ready to kick off the new school year with an exciting celebration at our Annual Back-to-School BBQ on Friday, September 5, 2025! Starting at 10:00 AM, our campus will come alive with energy as students, staff, and community members gather for a day filled with fun, delicious food, and unforgettable connections. Indulge in mouth-watering BBQ, featuring tasty burgers and hot dogs, while exploring over 120 vibrant booths at our outdoor resource fair!
This is more than just a BBQ; it’s a chance to discover student services, campus clubs, and local organizations while enjoying live music and engaging activities. With over 7,000 attendees expected, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories with your fellow students and community members.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic event that sets the tone for an amazing school year ahead! Join us for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and connection. We can’t wait to see you there!
Huge Thanks to this year’s Sponsors!
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On-Campus Legal Clinic
2025-06-26 09:00 - 15:00 | TRUSU Members’ Services Desk, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops, BC, Canada
Once a month the Union and the TRU Community Legal Clinic co-host a Pop Up Legal Clinic in the Students’ Union Building to give members access to free legal advice to support them in disputes they might be having with landlords, employers, or other parties.
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