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Victoria Anarchist Bookfair turned 20 this year

The twentieth anniversary highlighted the fair’s enduring role in Victoria’s cultural and political landscape. Rather than hinging on a single event or keynote, its significance lies in the sustained engagement…

CFUV volunteer DJs student welcome event

Fejzullai said being asked to DJ for the event inspired her to “keep it up and practice [DJing] even more than I already was, which was a good step for…

Ditch dating apps, dance instead

Most dates I have been on were activities you’d do with a friend anyway, where you have to do conversational legwork to go from platonic to romantic. When you’re dancing,…

Six UVic students and their JCURA-winning research

Successful recipients of JCURA receive a $1 500 award and the chance to present their research at an annual fair. 

From riffs to recognition: How Thistle became a finalist in Battle of The Bands

The brothers’ experiences on the West Coast are deeply entwined in their music. The McLennans moved to Bainbridge Island, Washington, in 2007 and, surrounded by the San Juan Islands, the…

The man behind Victoria’s favourite pub quiz

Above all, Benji’s Pub Quiz is about eliciting communication — something he takes quite seriously when developing shows. In fact, it’s downright hard work. A new show takes about ten…

Where, oh where, are the gays to go out?

Friends of Dorothy is perfect: small in a cozy way, with tables to sit at so you can get drinks with friends and hang out. There are drag shows scheduled…

Take a sneak peek at the lineup for February’s Victoria Film Festival

The Festival also has options for cheap tickets. They offer student rush tickets, which are six dollars for ages 19 – 30 with student ID. They can only be purchased…

Meet the artists performing at UVic’s International Guitar Night 

General admission is $47 if bought at the door, but note that there are also “student rush” tickets available for ten dollars. These tickets are first come, first served.

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