Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in Kamloops invites students, faculty, staff, and residents of Kamloops and the surrounding region to join in IDays 2025 from March 12–14.
A celebration of cultural diversity and global perspectives, IDays showcases the importance of collaboration in addressing global challenges. This year’s theme is “Collective Voices: Innovating Towards a Sustainable Future,” and that will be front and centre in hands-on workshops, performances, and immersive experiences.
Participants will celebrate culture, connect through food, music, and dance, and engage in conversations about sustainability and the future. The event puts the spotlight on the diverse cultures that shape TRU and Kamloops, and the international community that plays a key role in bringing new perspectives, traditions, and ideas to the campus.
“IDays is more than an invitation to experience different voices, talents, and traditions: it's a reminder of our fundamental connection as a global community," says Baihua Chadwick, vice-president, International, at TRU.
"It reflects TRU's commitment to fostering an inclusive and globally engaged campus, where coming together to share our diverse perspectives isn't just celebrated, but essential for building the bridges we need for our shared future.”
IDays is an opportunity for participants to connect, engage, and experience the vibrancy of TRU's global spirit through events such as a World Tea Expo, cultural booths, an international cooking show, a panel that celebrates International Women’s Day, a workshop about diversifying youth engagement, and a Drum Café.
The IDays Fashion Show — a standalone spectacle on Wednesday, March 12 — is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the week. This vibrant showcase features students bringing their culture to the runway through traditional attire and modern designs that celebrate heritage, identity, and self-expression. The event will be hosted by Priyanka, winner of Canada's Drag Race season one, who will deliver a special performance.
The capstone event will be the IDays Showcase, which takes place on Friday, March 14 from 3 to 8 p.m. A celebration of global traditions, the evening will feature live performances, cultural exhibits, food, and artistic expressions that bring the community together. With an emphasis on creativity, expression, and learning, the showcase is a dynamic experience for people of all ages.
With students from over 100 countries contributing to TRU's multicultural community, IDays has become one of the university's most anticipated annual events. Each year it continues to grow, offering new ways to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the diversity that defines TRU.
All IDays events are free and open to the public. A complete schedule of events can be found at www.tru.ca/idays/schedule.html.
