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Iranian community rallies outside library to condemn Islamic Republic of Iran amid escalating US-Israel war effort

PERSA members stated they’ve been in touch with the UVic administration to request financial accommodations for students and community members, as the continuing internet blackout in Iran has prevented some…

School of Molecular Life Sciences will replace Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology this fall

Dr. Jennifer Cobb, the BCMB department chair, explained that the changes are intended to “create more options and fluidity” for students.

UVic alum and two-term councillor Zac de Vries runs for mayor of Saanich

"The Saanich I grew up in is one in which young people could get a start, [where] families could put down roots, and seniors could age in place. That has…

UVic scientist Dr. Cecilia Benoit appointed to Order of Canada

“It feels great, since I never, ever would have thought that we could see a sweeping change in Canada around midwifery and alternative care in 30 years.... It gives me…

Saanich Student Youth Council ends pilot term, asks Saanich to consider permanent installation

The final report documents SYC’s work during the pilot term, and flags need for greater youth engagement in the district.

Saanich Councillor Teale Phelps Bondaroff launches re-election campaign

Many people cannot attend the council’s Monday meetings, he explained, “and those people are often shut out of the process.” Phelps Bondaroff said that this engagement has been very important…

B.C. climate activists face tumultuous road ahead amidst nation building projects

“The Liberal Party has become a pipeline party, and they’ve become a party that is not taking real climate action, and is actually investing in big oil and fossil fuel…

UVic to offer new Media Studies BA this fall

The first media studies cohort was in September 2023, originally offered as a certificate made up of 10.5 units. The certificate is still available, but the program will simultaneously offer…

Despite efforts to improve accommodation services and accessibility, implementation still a concern for some students

Student senator Evan Maher said he was prompted to push for improvements to CAL after hearing from students that UET wasn’t meeting their needs. 

Graduate Students’ Society referendum result upheld by Electoral Officer following complaint

Dr. Marlea Clarke, a faculty advisor to the WUSC UVic chapter, told the Martlet she felt that the GSS used its' power to unfairly campaign. However, she said WUSC UVic…

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