international students

Students are finding it increasingly difficult to find jobs

“It makes me feel like I’m not worthy. Like, nobody wants me even with my experience,” says Allenby Peña. 

Phoenix theatre’s opening show doesn’t stick the landing

It’s hard not to admire The Salty Scent of Home’s ambitions in conveying the immigrant experience, but in terms of conveying these powerful stories and experiences through the medium of…

Renovations to UVSS Food Bank improves access, discontinues free store

Priyanka Lopez, a masters student at UVic in the Department of Social Work, is a new user of the Food Bank. “I feel like it’s super essential,” said Lopez. “I…

UVic announces balanced budget without cuts

The university anticipates enrolment targets to be met or exceeded, and does not foresee a change in circumstances drastic enough to warrant any cuts or restrictions this year.

Recent conflict between India and Pakistan causing ‘stress and uncertainty’ for international students

“It’s hard to talk to your parents or loved ones who are telling you they have to evacuate and move, and can see things in the sky that aren’t stars…

UVic says no to faculty layoffs 

Eder stressed that UVic will “continue to prioritize student recruitment and success, [as well as] activities related to expanding [its] program offerings to reach new learners and markets.” In the…

The UVSS election results are in

Abhee Senthilkumaran will join the Board of Directors as Director of International Student Relations. Previously, Senthilkumaran said she aims to advocate for tuition reduction and transparency. “A lot of time…

Canadian universities need a better business model

To ensure the sustainability of Canada’s post-secondary education system, institutions and governments must return to their core mission and ensure that equitable, high-quality education remains a public good for all…

International student asylum claims rose almost 600 per cent in five years

Applications for asylum by international students have skyrocketed in the last five years according to data sent from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to Global News. The rise in…

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