SEPTEMBER 2025 ISSUE
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
NICOLA VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
IMPORTANT DATES September 1 Labour Day - NVIT Campuses Closed September 2 Student Orientation September 3 First day of classes
Marking Our Journey, Embracing the Circle of Learning As we welcome September and the start of a new academic year, we also reflect on a few highlights from last month. The Conayt Aboriginal Head Start hosted its graduation ceremony, where families and staff celebrated the growth and achievements of our youngest learners. We also proudly launched NVIT’s new website, designed to make it easier than ever to access program information, student resources, and campus news. With these milestones behind us, we look forward to an inspiring fall filled with learning, growth, and connection.
WHAT HAPPENED ON CAMPUS? Conayt Aboriginal Head Start: Honouring Our Little Graduates The Conayt Aboriginal Head Start recently celebrated a milestone— the graduation of five young students. Under the guidance of Darby and her team, the daycare organized a meaningful ceremony that recognized the children’s achievements and the support of their families and the NVIT community. Willard Wallace led the drumming
and sang “Welcome and Honour” as the graduates entered the amphitheatre, setting a respectful and celebratory tone. The ceremony began with an acknowledgment of all those present. Darby recognized the presence of Betty Ann Macdonell, who shared words of encouragement and acknowledged everyone who contributed to the daycare and the event. This was followed by the Bear Dance, as the
September 5 Entrance Awards Application Deadline September 10 Nominations open for Education Council & Board of Governors September 16 Last day to add a class Last day to drop a class and receive a 100% tuition refund September 18 Elections Open for Education Council & Board of Governors September 30 Tuition/Fee Deadline Last day to drop a class and receive a partial tuition refund National Day for Truth & Reconciliation NVIT Campuses Closed CAMPUS EVENTS & WORKSHOPS Check out the upcoming events and workshops happening at both NVIT’s Merritt and Vancouver campuses in the Events & Workshops section.