The Performance Event with Purpose
VIUSU representatives and drag performers share their experiences at SEXPO 2026.
Nadia Fontaine
Nav Reporter
Nadia is a third-year journalism and sociology student. Previously she has worked with The Sooke News Mirror, and this past summer with the Nanaimo Fringe Festival. Originally from Sooke, she found a passion for writing through interviewing local homeless shelters on the island. This is Nadia’s first year on The Navigator and she is excited to get involved with the student community!
Everything by Nadia Fontaine
Singles Event; A Scam or Success?
Come with our Navigator staff on a firsthand, undercover adventure of a local singles night.
Love in Nanaimo
Three couples of all different backgrounds and ages, share their local love stories. They dive into what makes each of their relationships work,...
The Art of Making Friends as an Adult
Making and maintaining friends in university is no easy task. VIU students share stories on the difficulties and successes they’ve experienced while...
New Years Goals with The Navigator
Staff of The Nav share what they hope to accomplish in the new year!
Harm Reduction on Campus
VIUSU continues harm reduction efforts with Naloxone training, and new efforts emerging such as the “safe party bags.”
Students Think Cuts Suck
What you need to know about VIU and the Cuts Suck campaign, and how to join the movement!
Consuming Our Holidays
So much to buy for these holidays! Buying decorations and gifts has an environmental impact; keep reading to learn how to hack these holidays by...
Men’s Mental Health and Music
Rapper Alick Mac spotlights men’s mental health with hard-hitting rap lyrics in Boys’ Club show at the 2025 Nanaimo Fringe Festival.