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UVic professor wins international prize for groundbreaking geological research
In June, UVic professor Dr. Paul Hoffman was awarded the Kyoto Prize in Basic Sciences for proving the snowball Earth hypothesis.
The truth behind course evaluation surveys at Canadian universities
Course Evaluation Surveys, across the board, open the door to biases, cyberbullying, and systemic discrimination.
UVic Faculty of Humanities launches new school, amalgamating four existing departments
Four existing departments will be amalgamated; students are frustrated by lack of consultation throughout development process.
Graduate Students Society referendum introduces gender affirming care
On June 7, 2024, UVic’s Graduate Students Society (GSS) passed a referendum that will introduce gender affirming care and other amendments.
Canadian universities raise concerns over foreign influence registry
Bill C-70 to address the threat of foreign interference. Universities fear compromised international research opportunities.
Renewed School of Indigenous Governance sees first graduates
The first graduates of UVic’s IGOV Master’s program have crossed the stage since its temporary closure in 2018.
Let’s kick cancer’s butt
“Push For Your Tush” is Colorectal Cancer Canada’s (CCC) largest annual fundraising event, dedicated to reducing the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer (CRC) in Canada. The event consists of…
UVic researcher receives five-year grant to develop syphilis vaccine
Dr. Caroline Cameron, researcher and professor in the department of biochemistry and microbiology at the University of Victoria, is leading a team of international researchers to develop a vaccine for…Our Digital Print Issue
