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The only swim club for adults with disabilities is at risk of losing its home

The only swim club for adults with disabilities is at risk of losing its home

by Fernanda Solorza | Feb 6, 2025 | Local, News, Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

The uncertain future of Crystal Pool means an uncertain future for accessible exercise programs An upcoming referendum will determine whether the City of Victoria will receive up to $168.9 million to replace Crystal Pool with a different facility. Many have voiced...
Canadian universities need a better business model

Canadian universities need a better business model

by Fernanda Solorza | Feb 6, 2025 | Opinions

Profit-chasing is harming our post-secondary institutions in the long run  In Canada, public universities and colleges are not supposed to be for-profit. Instead, subsidized by provincial and federal governments, they are intended to be institutions that allow their...
New campus security uniforms leave UVic students guessing: Is it CSEC or police?

New campus security uniforms leave UVic students guessing: Is it CSEC or police?

by Fernanda Solorza | Jan 23, 2025 | Campus, News

The ensemble blurs the line between security and law enforcement, say students A subtle yet prominent change to UVic campus security’s uniforms has sparked mixed reactions from members of the university community. Campus Security (CSEC) officers are in new attire,...
UVic’s first-ever ‘Global Village’ will bring students and cultures together

UVic’s first-ever ‘Global Village’ will bring students and cultures together

by Fernanda Solorza | Jan 23, 2025 | Campus, Local, News

Students of Colour Collective presents lineup of events to celebrate cultural identity and creativity The Students of Colour Collective (SOCC), supported by the UVSS, is bringing its very first “Global Village” to UVic. This two-day cultural exhibition on Feb. 6 and 7...
‘It’s about time’

‘It’s about time’

by Fernanda Solorza | Jan 23, 2025 | Campus, Elections, Finance, Lifestyle, News, World

UVic students react to Trudeau’s resignation  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation has sparked conversation across the country — including among students at UVic. The Martlet took to campus grounds to ask UVic students for their take on the prime minister’s...
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