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University of Hertfordshire, one of the top business schools in the United Kingdom. This dual degree grants students a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in International Business. Malaspina is a popular choice for international students, with more than 1,100 students from more than 50 countries attending Malaspina each year. The campus also hosts the Nanaimo Art Gallery (Bldg. 330), which holds regular art shows and performances on campus. There is also a booming theatre and music program, with a 300-seat theatre (Bldg. 310) and an ongoing series of student and community events throughout the year. The student pub (Bldg. 193) is a popular spot, with a pub-style menu, a pool table and a relaxed atmosphere well-suited to student life. Bands regularly perform on weekends in front of a packed crowd. Malaspina also operates the 28-hectare (70 acre) Milner Gardens and Woodland in nearby Qualicum Beach. This extensive, English-style garden features plants from around the world. Afternoon tea is served at the gardens during the summer season. For directions to the gardens or information on operating hours, call 250-752-8573 or e-mail milnergardens@shaw.ca or visit the website at www.mala.ca/MilnerGardens For more information about Malaspina University-College, visit the website at www.mala.ca, e-mail info@mala.ca, or visit the campus at 900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, B.C. Fine dining and amazing views Malaspina’s Culinary Arts program offers visitors a memorable dining experience in the Discovery Room (Bldg. 300), where gourmet meals are offered at surprisingly affordable prices. Supervised by experienced professionals, student chefs create outstanding lunch and dinner menus, served in a setting that includes breathtaking views of Nanaimo, the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountains. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 250-740-6338. Campus tours Between April and September, free campus tours are offered every Friday starting at 1pm from the campus Welcome Centre (the lobby of building 300). For information or to arrange a group tour, please call 250-740-6414. Highlights of any tour include the Centre for International Education (Bldg. 255), the Centre for Shellfish Research (Bldg. 373), our many trades training buildings and the spectacular $14-million library (Bldg. 305), which overlooks the city, the harbour and the surrounding islands. The Malaspina bookstore is on the bottom floor of the library and sells books, art supplies, stationery, Malaspina souvenirs and Malaspina clothing. Photos courtesy of Malaspina University-College www.tourismnanaimo.com 45

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