Trinity Western University

Canada

Trinity Western University

Trinity Western University is a private Christian liberal arts university located in Langley, British Columbia. The university is a member of Universities Canada. The motto of the university is “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”. The official website of the university is www.twu.ca 

Trinity Western University, History

Trinity Western University was founded in 1962 as Trinity Junior College, later renamed as Trinity Western College in 1962 and as Trinity Western University in 1972.

Trinity Western University Programs, Courses and Schools

Some of the famous courses of Trinity Western University are –

• Applied Psychology – Adult
• Biology 
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Computing Science
• English and Creative Writing
• Independent Studies
• Technology Management
• Physics
• Theatre
• Leadership
• Intercultural Studies
• Human Services
• History
• Corporate Communication

Students can further find the course of their choice on the official website of the university that is https://www.twu.ca/academics/program-study 

Trinity Western University, Achievements

 The rankings of the Trinity Western University are – 

• The university ranked 203 in QS Global World University Ranking.
• It ranked 16 among QS World University Subject Ranking
• It ranked among the top two universities in Canada for Educational Experience by the National Survey of Student Engagement according to MacLean’s magazine.

Trinity Western University, USP

Trinity Western University is Canada’s largest privately funded Christian university. It is famous for its courses in liberal arts, sciences and professional studies. It is one of North America’s premier faith-based liberal arts universities, committed to the highest quality of education.

Trinity Western University, Notable Alumni

Some of the notable alumni of Trinity Western University are –

• Carolyn Arends – musician, songwriter
• Paul Janz – philosophy professor
• Dane Lloyd – infantry officer
• Chain Schalk – Olympic and professional beach volleyball player
• Mark Warawa – Member of Parliament
• Bob Zimmer – Member of Parliament
• Ryan Walter – former NHL player
• Chuck Strahl – former Member of Parliament
•  Damien C. Kurek – Member of Parliament

Trinity Western University infrastructure & services

Campuses

The main campus is located in the rural Townships of Langley, British Columbia, occupying 157 acres on the edge of historic Fort Langley. Fort Langley was selected by Governor Sir James Douglas as the provisional capital of the newly established Colony of British Columbia in 1858. There is a residence hall on campus named in honour of Douglas. The campus is situated about 45 minutes southeast from Vancouver and about 2 hours north from Seattle.

Libraries

The Norma Marion Alloway Library is the main library for undergraduate students. It holds a circulation of over 300,000 books, 12,000 periodical subscription, and computer access to thousands more titles. The university archives house several special collections, some of them are: the Mel Smith Archives, the Robert N. Thompson Archives, and the Lyle Wicks Papers, which chronicle Canada’s political history through the works and personal documents of these three political figures. The library also has a Korean collection.

Housing services

Trinity Western University Housing is to provide attractive, safe, secure, comfortable and affordable housing that will foster an environment to promote development of students. The university has many residential halls, some of them are –

• Fraser Hall
• Douglas Hall
• Robson Hall
• Devries Centre
• Skidmore Hall
• Jacobson Hall
• McMillan Hall

Students clubs

Trinity Western University’s nearly 100 students’ organizations and clubs a wide range of interests. In 2011, the university hosted 11 academic groups of which are four cultural groups, five “issue-oriented” groups, eight performing groups, three publications, six pre-professional groups and 13 recreational groups. 

Trinity Western University location

Where exactly

Trinity Western University is located at 22500 University Dr, Langley, BC V2Y 1Y1, Canada

Different campuses locations

All campuses of the Trinity Western University are located in Langley.

Top landmarks nearby, top companies, airports nearby

Some of the famous places to visit around the Trinity Western University are –

• Chaberton Estate Winery
• Krause Berry Farm’s & Estate Winery
• Campbell Valley Regional Park
• Thunderbird Show Park
• Fort Langley National Historic Site
• Derby Reach Regional Park
• Aldergrove Park
• Glass house Estate Winery
• Dead Frog Brewery
• Fort to Fort Trail

Trinity Western University International students’ info

Courses offered

• Applied Psychology – Adult
• Biology 
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Computing Science
• English and Creative Writing
• Independent Studies
• Technology Management
• Physics
• Theatre
• Leadership
• Intercultural Studies
• Human Services
• History
• Corporate Communication

Student support

Trinity Western University provides various range of student support in fields of mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing, sports, academics, financial support, family and physiological support to their students.

International student contact

 Students can visit the official website of the Trinity Western University or can mail to the university.

Student life

Student society

Trinity Western University’s nearly 100 students’ organizations and clubs a wide range of interests. In 2011, the university hosted 11 academic groups of which are four cultural groups, five “issue-oriented” groups, eight performing groups, three publications, six pre-professional groups and 13 recreational groups. 

Sports and fitness

Trinity Western University sponsors 11 men’s and women’s varsity sports. Teams compete in Canadian Interuniversity Sport, the top university athletic league in Canada, with teams competing in the Canada West Universities Athletic Association at the regional level. Varsity teams competing in U Sports include men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, track and field, hockey, volleyball, cross country and rugby. The basketball, hockey and volleyball teams play their home games and matches at the Langley Events Centre. Trinity Western teams have won nine U Sports national championships. 

Residential Life

Trinity Western University Housing is to provide attractive, safe, secure, comfortable and affordable housing that will foster an environment to promote development of students. The university has many residential halls, some of them are –

• Fraser Hall
• Douglas Hall
• Robson Hall
• Devries Centre
• Skidmore Hall
• Jacobson Hall
• McMillan Hall

Food & drink

• Beatniks Bistro
• Wendel’s Bookstore & Café
• Little Donkey
• Ban Chok Dee Thai Cuisine
• Trading Post Brewing Eatery
• Blacksmith Bakery
• Noma Sushi Japanese Restaurant
• Moxies
• Republica Coffee Roaster
• Fort Pub & Grill

Short term getaways

• Chaberton Estate Winery
• Krause Berry Farm’s & Estate Winery
• Campbell Valley Regional Park
• Thunderbird Show Park
• Fort Langley National Historic Site
• Derby Reach Regional Park
• Aldergrove Park
• Glass house Estate Winery
• Dead Frog Brewery
• Fort to Fort Trail

Part time jobs

Trinity Western University students do many part time jobs in their area to meet their expenses. There are options for work as an intern, in restaurants, to give tuitions and many more.

Student Safety

Crime Around the area

Crime in Langley is very low. It is considered as safe place for students to study.

Campus recruitment

Process

Trinity Western University helps students to get placements by marketing them to potential employers through workplace tours, international summer internships and employer-sponsored skills awards, degree plus. The University provides a dedicated career support services.

Application form

 Students can visit the official website of the Trinity Western University that is www.twu.ca

Application Requirements

The entry requirements for the Trinity Western University are different for different courses. It is not feasible to write every requirement here, so students can visit the official website of the university 

Where to apply

Students can visit the official website of the Trinity Western University that is www.twu.ca

Scholarships

Trinity Western University provides various scholarships, some of them are –

• Academic Scholarships
• CIAY 100.7 New Life Radio Award
• David Mainse Communications Scholarship
• Margaret J. Payne Memorial Scholarship
• Scott Olafsen Scholarship
• Simon Poultney Memorial Award
• The Grant & Sinclair Architects Ltd. Scholarship
• Trouten Family Scholarship

Future Career Options

Trinity Western University helps students to get placements by marketing them to potential employers through workplace tours, international summer internships and employer-sponsored skills awards, degree plus. The University provides a dedicated career support services.