by Kaitlyn Kokoska | Nov 3, 2016 | Campus, News
From Oct. 21–23, UVic hosted VicMUN 2016, the tenth annual Model United Nations conference. The largest of its kind, it hosted a record 175 delegates from high schools and universities from across Vancouver Island. The conference covered special topics within three...
by Kaitlyn Kokoska | Nov 3, 2016 | Op-eds, Opinions
A red poppy can lay dormant for 80 years beneath the soil until they receive enough light to grow. For this reason, the red poppy has been a major symbol for fallen soldiers. They have been widely influential in commemorating the sacrifice and service of many military...
by Kaitlyn Kokoska | Oct 20, 2016 | Local, News, Uncategorized
Over the past few weeks, threatening individuals wearing clown masks and costumes have been spotted in forests, backyards, and in parking lots across North America. While only two injuries have occurred in Sweden and in the southern states, the threat has recently...
by Kaitlyn Kokoska | Oct 19, 2016 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
As Halloween approaches and you scramble to find a last-minute costume, you may want to think twice before giving up and putting on that witch’s hat. Local witch and Department of Fine Arts professor John Threlfall will host a Continuing Studies course, Bell, Book...
by Kaitlyn Kokoska | Oct 7, 2016 | Op-eds, Opinions
In early September, Conservative Party MP Kellie Leitch began her campaign for leadership of the party. In doing so, she has purposed that one of her main focuses as a party leader is immigration, particularly through screening newcomers for what she deems...