The language of identity: Pronouns, politics, and best practices February 10, 2020February 10, 2020 Natasha Simpson To paraphrase Jonathan Van Ness, non-binary star of Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” any opportunities we have to break down stereotypes of the binary, we are down for it, we’re here
Tweetcap | Jan. 20 UVSS Board meeting January 30, 2020January 30, 2020 Natasha Simpson During the brief Jan. 20 meeting, the UVSS Board heard reports from directors and approved the agenda for the Semi-Annual General Meeting on Feb. 6.
How to create a martyr and incite violence: the Trumpian guide to targeted killing January 27, 2020January 27, 2020 Natasha Simpson "Targeted killings are delicate things which should be carried out in a way that ensures, to the greatest extent possible, plausible deniability. In true Trumpian style, Soleimani’s killing was the
Scott Morrison’s leadership is a death sentence for Australia January 27, 2020January 27, 2020 Natasha Simpson "For the past couple of decades, Australia’s fires have been getting bigger and more destructive, but Prime Minister Scott Morrison says that, while he recognizes the connection between global climate
Aftermath of Vikes Rowing investigation brings new policy and initiatives to Vikes athletics January 27, 2020January 29, 2020 Natasha Simpson In the months since the allegations against Vikes Women’s Rowing Head Coach Barney Williams were brought to light, the Vikes administration has focused on supporting student-athletes, with less emphasis placed
Tweetcap | Jan. 10 UVic Senate meeting January 21, 2020January 21, 2020 Natasha Simpson The Jan. 10 Senate meeting heard reports on Canada Research Chairs and the Victoria Forum. However, administrators could not guarantee a Board of Governors vote on Divestment this month.
The unfair public image costs of “policing poverty” January 13, 2020January 14, 2020 Natasha Simpson "Should police officers be on the front lines of dealing with people who, for a multitude of reasons, cannot afford housing in Victoria? Of course not. But the answer is
From service to the streets: veterans and Victoria’s housing crisis January 13, 2020January 13, 2020 Natasha Simpson In Victoria, a city whose name has become synonymous with unaffordable housing, veterans account for 6.8 per cent of the city’s homeless population, despite only making up four per cent
Eat, drink, and be merry: The Martlet’s favourite holiday recipes December 11, 2019January 7, 2020 Josh Kozelj, Natasha Simpson, Truly Hunter, Brianna Bock and Dante André-Kahan As the holidays approach, the Martlet decided to share some of our holiday baking (and sipping) traditions in the hope that they’ll inspire you to try them out or find
30 years after the Montreal Massacre, UVic’s memorial event acknowledges all forms of gender-based violence December 11, 2019December 11, 2019 Natasha Simpson On Dec. 6, 1989, Marc Lépine entered a classroom at École Polytechnique in Montreal with a hunting rifle. He ordered the male engineering students from the room, gathered the women
