Tru

Tru is a term used as a proper noun and branding element that can refer to several distinct things. It is often used as a stylized form of “true” or “truth” and appears in different linguistic and cultural contexts.

One prominent use is as an acronym: TRU stands for Thompson Rivers University, a public university in British Columbia, Canada. The university’s main campus is in Kamloops, with additional campuses serving other communities in the region. As an institutional name, it is commonly abbreviated in official materials and everyday reference as TRU.

Tru is also the title of a biographical film about Truman Capote. Released in 1991, the film Tru presents a portrait of the author and his voice, using the same minimalist spelling as the shorthand form.

Beyond education and film, “Tru” is employed as a brand name by various companies, products, and media ventures worldwide. It is a common marketing choice intended to convey simplicity, authenticity, or a playful break from conventional spelling.

As a given name or nickname, Tru is used in some English-speaking and international contexts. It appears in fiction and popular culture as a character name or persona, reflecting an association with honesty, directness, or individuality.

Because Tru spans education, film, branding, and personal naming, the term functions as a multi-use label rather than a single, single meaning. References to Tru typically depend on context, including the capitalization (Tru, TRU) and the subject area being discussed.