Alumni

TRU Alumni, formerly the TRU Alumni Association, was established in 1990 and serves the alumni of Cariboo College, University College of the Cariboo, BC Open University, and Thompson Rivers University.

This global network has thousands of members in all parts of the world and in all walks of life. Every student of TRU becomes a member of TRU Alumni upon graduation.

TRU Distinguished Alumni Nomination 2025 is now open. Submit your nomination by June 15, 2025.
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We’re bringing back memories with retro merchandise.

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Alumni Perks

Being a TRU alumni has its perks. Check out the benefits we offer!

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You can help TRU through your time, experience and resources.

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TRU Alumni Mobile App

The TRU Alumni app is the easiest way to access discounts, news, events and networks, services, the Alumni Business Directory and all features available to graduates of TRU (including University College of the Cariboo, BC Open University and Cariboo College). It’s designed to be a one-stop shop for all alumni needs, right in the palm of their hand.


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Andy Do

Andy Do, Alumni Relations Manager

ndo@tru.ca
250-828-5498

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Jordyn Gronskei

Jordyn Gronskei, Alumni Relations Coordinator

jgronskei@tru.ca
250-852-7195

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Shae-Lynn Forseille

Shae-Lynn Forseille, Alumni Relations Coordinator

shforseille@tru.ca
250-852-7118

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alumni@tru.ca
805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8


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Featured Alumni Stories

Ashley Michel

Stitching colour, culture and community into every creation

   Friday, May 30 2025

Secwépemc artist, entrepreneur, TRU alum and educator Ashley Michel (BEd ’23) is the founder of 4 Generations Creations.

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TRU alum John Tablason

Nursing alum chases dreams to Hawaii

   Friday, May 2 2025

Alum John Tablason spends his workdays saving lives in Honolulu. At the same time, he's helping TRU nursing students thrive.

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PLAR: Bridging experience and education drives student success

   Monday, March 31 2025

PLAR at TRU gives students academic credits for the knowledge and skills they’ve gained outside of traditional classrooms.

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