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The danger of misinformation in the era of social media news

The danger of misinformation in the era of social media news

by Martlet Staff | Mar 11, 2022 | Editorials, Opinions

Now, more than ever, it is important to look critically at the content we consume File graphic by Emily Thiessen. When social media first spread its wings, there was a feeling of optimism that the people had finally found their voice. Now, with the war in Ukraine, we...
The danger of misinformation in the era of social media news

FOI bill creates barriers for student journalists

by Martlet Staff | Dec 1, 2021 | Editorials, Opinions

Graphic by Austin Clay Willis, Design Director. Government accountability, freedom to information, and freedom of the press are just some of the hallmarks of a healthy and functional democracy. B.C.’s now-passed Bill 22 hampers these freedoms and reduces the ability...
Introducing our climate issue: why we’re committed to good climate coverage

Introducing our climate issue: why we’re committed to good climate coverage

by Martlet Staff | Nov 9, 2021 | Editorials, Opinions

We will continue to showcase action, provide crucial information, and build community File photo by Mike Graeme. To act as an agent of constructive social change. That is one of the commitments in our mission statement that the Martlet has made to the university and...
Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is just a start; true reconciliation must follow

Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is just a start; true reconciliation must follow

by Martlet Staff | Oct 13, 2021 | Editorials, Opinions

A flag on campus shows Carey Newman’s design for UVic’s 2021 Orange Shirt Day t-shirts. Photo sourced from UVic Photo Services. Earlier this year, the federal government declared Sept. 30 the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal statutory...
The danger of misinformation in the era of social media news

Introducing us: UVic’s independent source for news

by Martlet Staff | Sep 16, 2021 | Editorials, Opinions

We’ve been covering campus stories since 1948, and we don’t plan on stopping File graphic by Emily Thiessen. Welcome back to campus! Thanks for picking up a copy of the paper or, if you’re reading this online, browsing our site. I’m sure it’s been a...
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