Robyn Maynard headlines 2021 UVic Humanities Literacy Week February 25, 2021February 25, 2021 Alec Lazenby This year’s Humanities Literacy Week aimed to centre BIPOC voices and non-traditional forms of humanities research.
Jonathan Granirer and David Foster to represent students on UVic Board of Governors February 25, 2021February 25, 2021 Michael John Lo The only candidates, seasoned representatives, step onto the board without an election File photo by Belle White. Jonathan Granirer and David Foster will represent UVic undergraduate and graduate student voices respectively on...
UVic Chair in Transgender Studies renewed for five more years February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 Alec Lazenby and Minahil Memon The UVic Chair and Transgender Studies has been approved for a new five-year term by the university’s senate. Over the last five years, the Chair has compiled the largest collection
UVic divests Working Capital Fund February 2, 2021February 9, 2021 Alec Lazenby $40 million still invested in fossil fuels through UVic Foundation, as of March 2020 Photo by Joshua Ngenda, Photo Editor from a Divest protest in 2019. The University of Victoria has moved...
UVic anticipates more in-person classes in summer semesters, adjusts key dates and re-opens general bursary for spring semester January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 Christopher Driscoll Here are some updates on what we can expect regarding an eventual return to face-to-face classes, an update on those key dates, and how to apply for financial aid through
UVic survey shows students struggling with heavy workloads, accessibility, and support in online courses December 31, 2020February 1, 2021 Kate Korte As the spring semester approaches, UVic students and instructors are quickly preparing for another semester online. According to a newly released working report, the fall semester left students with difficulties
UVic’s 5 Days of Action focuses on equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 Kate Korte Graphic via UVic.ca From Nov. 16-20, UVic's 5 Days of Action presented a wide range of insightful workshops and virtual engagement sessions with UVic President Kevin Hall. Each day has an...
Students use Discord to stay connected during the pandemic November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 Liam Razzell The pandemic has completely altered the traditional university experience, and UVic students are now turning to Discord to stay connected. The Martlet spoke to two students, Bryce Edwards and Sue
Tweetcap: Referenda proponents make their cases for Open Educational Resources, end to PIRG fee at Oct. 30 forum November 4, 2020November 4, 2020 Boston Laferté On Oct. 30, a UVSS Electoral Office forum gave proponents of the upcoming referenda a chance to introduce themselves and dive into their referendum questions. From Nov. 4-6, students will
UVic Students ticketed after partying for a second weekend in a row September 21, 2020October 8, 2020 Kate Korte and Michael John Lo Photo by Michael John Lo from the first weekend on campus. For UVic students, the party doesn't stop for a pandemic. In a press release, Saanich PD said they issued...
