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Open letter by BC3 Coalition pushes for reduced walk-on ferry prices for students

Open letter by BC3 Coalition pushes for reduced walk-on ferry prices for students

by Gabriel Lunn | Nov 6, 2025 | Campus, News, Provincial

The letter demands a reduced $10 ticket for post-secondary students, similar to K-12 pricing Student union representatives from several major B.C. universities, including UVic, published an open letter requesting a discounted walk-on fare by BC Ferries for all...
Vikes rowing crews win two divisions in costume at Gorge Regattas

Vikes rowing crews win two divisions in costume at Gorge Regattas

by Gabriel Lunn | Nov 6, 2025 | Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

Select divisions of the Men’s and Women’s teams braved rain wind and sharp narrows for an annual Canada West gathering The Vikes mens and womens rowing teams dressed in costume for a friendly competition on Oct. 18 as part of the Head and Tail of the Gorge Regattas....
Wondering who’s behind the chair sculptures?

Wondering who’s behind the chair sculptures?

by Gabriel Lunn | Oct 23, 2025 | Sports | Lifestyle, UVic 101, UVic Life

The Martlet sits down with UVic’s resident ‘chartists’ for inside perspective on their mysterious work Over the past several weeks, a public art phenomenon has taken place in the UVic quad. The orange and white plastic chairs that are normally found on the campus...
‘Bandit races’ means anyone can join, but should they?

‘Bandit races’ means anyone can join, but should they?

by Gabriel Lunn | Oct 23, 2025 | Opinions, Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

Skipping registration of a public marathon carries real risks for organizers Each year in Victoria, the city’s largest road running event, the Royal Victoria Marathon (RVM), attracts thousands of competitive and recreational runners. This year marked the 45th...
Student housing expansion proposal underway, completion expected fall 2029 

Student housing expansion proposal underway, completion expected fall 2029 

by Gabriel Lunn | Oct 9, 2025 | Campus, News, UVic Life

The project aims to provide over 500 beds for upper-year undergraduate and graduate students A new student housing development is underway on campus, which UVic says will provide beds for over 500 upper-year undergraduates and graduate students. The project is...
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