How students are building community at UVic during a pandemic October 8, 2020October 8, 2020 Dorothy Poon and Michael John Lo What’s happening to all the clubs and course unions this year? The Martlet takes a look at what’s changed and what has stayed the same for student campus life this
4 pandemic study tips for UVic students October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 Boston Laferté How to manage school while stuck at home Graphic by Sie Douglas-Fish. This year, most UVic students will be attending their classes from home. This new reality has made it hard...
5 tips for sex and dating in the time of COVID-19 September 24, 2020October 8, 2020 Christopher Driscoll Below are a few tips for sex and dating during COVID-19 that may make your search for a boo safer for you. The pursuit of pleasure and intimacy
Renowned rock climber advocating for vehicle living in Squamish September 10, 2020September 19, 2020 Josh Kozelj For the longest time, there was one boulder problem in Squamish, B.C. that Thomasina Pidgeon couldn’t solve. But one day, Pidgeon dug deep down to find a perseverance that helped
The biggest Martlet news stories from summer 2020 September 10, 2020October 1, 2020 Kate Korte In a summer like no other, the Martlet’s team of student journalists continued to cover stories that matter to students.
UVic professor leading COVID-19 Survey to analyze pandemic’s impact on GBQT2+ men across Canada September 7, 2020September 7, 2020 Emma Bishop vey will ask questions about GBQT2+ (Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Trans, 2-Spirit) men’s physical, mental, social, and sexual health. In particular, it will
Local community hamper programs address food security and food waste August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 Michael John Lo A mutual aid initiative and the UVSS have stepped up to deliver 1000+ food hampers Photo by Mike Graeme. As the world settles into its pandemic rhythms of life, new methods of...
How to enjoy green spaces this summer while still respecting public health directives July 14, 2020July 14, 2020 Dorothy Poon As Canada waits for the fourth phase of “total normalcy” to return, British Columbians can enjoy green spaces amid COVID-19.
International students facing altered plans, tuition fees, and homesickness amid COVID-19 July 10, 2020July 10, 2020 Kate Korte and Michael John Lo For international students, COVID-19 is causing unique struggles. With international travel halted for the foreseeable future, international students are stuck behind borders.
Justice Van delivers supplies directly to Victoria’s street community July 7, 2020July 7, 2020 Aldyn Chwelos Six nights a week, The Justice Van Society delivers food, clothing, shelter, and other equipment to people living on the street.