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Campus bike program a success one year after reopening
UVic BikeHub is attracting more students than ever after a two-year hiatus caused by COVID-19, says supervisor and volunteers.
The government has tabled Petition e-4268
On Aug. 16, almost three months after Petition e-4268’s presentation, the Canadian government released their long-awaited response.
International students encounter unexpected barrier when using new transit system
International students are reporting difficulties downloading the Umo app because of the default locations on their smartphones.Opinions
Off with the head (of state): The complex path to abolishing the monarchy in Canada
One year after the Queen's passing, the monarchy in Canada is less popular than ever, but what does it mean to become a republic?
Concerts have changed and I’m allowed to not like it
Between rising prices and bad behaviour, we need to revive the dying concert experience I used to be an avid concert goer before the pandemic. But ever since live music…
Dr. Sanghara’s “A New Day” poem for the UVic community
My Dad, Dr. Harbindar (Harb) Sanghara, loved teaching students and looked forward to each new school year.Culture
Review: A candlelit tribute to Taylor Swift
Candlelight concerts are every Gen Z music lover’s dream — a string quartet playing Taylor Swift songs by candlelight in a gothic cathedral.
Rifflandia “The Park” review
The Victoria music scene’s crown jewel event has come and gone once again. Rifflandia took place over the course of two weekends this year, as opposed to its usual three-day…
A fantastic modern retelling of Baba Yaga
Simple production highlights captivating twists, turns, and power dynamics in Yaga. Yaga is playing at the Belfry until Oct. 8.Sports | Lifestyle
Maybe it’s time to add a few more mushrooms to your diet
Using psilocybin socially Maybe it’s a sign of how old I’m getting, but something about alcohol just doesn’t quite do it for me anymore. The hangover, the stupid decisions, the…
Behind the counter secret menus: The barista’s well-kept secret
Seven Starbucks drinks for fall that you’ve never heard of Even if you aren’t a Starbucks regular, you’ve probably heard of the Starbucks “secret menu.” If there weren’t enough drink…
How to decorate your room on a budget
As someone who just moved into a new rental house, I am frustratingly familiar with the need to decorate a new space.Features
ORCASat: How UVic students took an idea from campus to space
At 3 a.m. on Dec. 29, 2022 Levente Buzás counted down the seconds until ORCASat would be released into space.
Is the only option for treatment to leave Victoria?
It was a Wednesday evening in December. Dylan Samuels was riding his bike home from a floor hockey game when he saw a figure on a bike looming on the…
Working out: The unhealthiest thing you can do?
With the rise of digital fitness, people are more vulnerable to body dysmorphia, body dissatisfaction, and eating disorders than ever.Humour
Which UVic building are you based on your astrology sign?
Aries is a fiery sign that is ambitious, passionate, and they tend to make confident leaders. Aries is the Business and Economics Building.
Bird squabble
I had the honour of spotting George in the quad and asking him a few questions before he began shrieking and flew away.
Cancelled mid-production after two seasons
Comic by Sie Douglas-Fish.Our Digital Print Issue
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