by Kate Bourdon | Apr 4, 2024 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
The inconclusive science behind probiotics With the explosion of interest in the microbiome and gut health, most people are aware of the bacteria and other organisms living in their body. This area of science has been super trendy recently, and for good reason. The...
by Kate Bourdon | Nov 9, 2023 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
A guide to choosing your perfect houseplant Owning houseplants has become a popular hobby, and for good reason. A burst of greenery in your space can brighten up even the bleakest fall days, and seeing a plant flourish under your care is such a fulfilling feeling. A...
by Kate Bourdon | Jan 26, 2023 | Opinions
It’s time to find balance between academics and personal fulfilment “I need to get a good mark in this class or else I won’t get into med school!” If you’ve ever been in a biology class, this statement may sound familiar. The sentiment is common among many “pre-med”...
by Kate Bourdon | Jan 12, 2023 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
How to beat the January blues and start the term off right Getting back into the swing of university after winter break can be difficult, especially if your time off was spent partaking in relaxing holiday activities. The transition back to an academically-inclined...
by Kate Bourdon | Oct 8, 2021 | Opinions
On-campus supports for the unvaccinated leave symptomatic students scrambling File photo of the now-closed testing centre at UVic. After dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic for over a year and a half, I’m sure we all know people who have had to test for the virus, and...