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UVic students breathe new life into retired climbing rope with their business

“It’s been really rewarding making gear for people out of their old rope that has memory and sentimental value to them,” Gyr told the Martlet. “Someone reached out because her…

Outgoing campaigns director reflects on his experiences on the board

“Integrity is upholding honesty when no one is looking, when you are alone, when co-workers aren't there to look after you, because continuous improvement is expected of us. No one…

Springtime is awesome, nasal congestion is not 

If your symptoms are particularly bad, you might want to consider seeking out an allergy specialist. You can ask a physician or nurse practitioner to refer you to a clinic…

Give your thumb a rest and check out these alternatives to endless doomscrolling

If your thumb has been doing more miles than you have lately, you’re not alone. Scrolling has become the default way for many of us to fill every spare second…

Seven electives you can take this summer

From environmental art and movie soundtracks to family dynamics and the history of sexuality, try these low-barrier electives this summer. 

UVic student housing delayed five years following B.C. budget announcement

“[The delay] was definitely very abrupt,” Lawton said. “I know UVic was on the brink of breaking ground. We were actively in the process of helping them advocate with Saanich…

Seven queer-owned businesses to support in Victoria

Next time you’re downtown, head over to Chinatown and grab some food at Dumpling Drop. Owner and operator Tarn Tayanuth started the business to support her mother following an Alzheimer’s…

Students of Colour Collective to host their second Global Village event next month

Overlapping will be the “Global Kitchen,” a free food fair in the SUB Upper Lounge from 12 to 3 p.m., where student chefs will prepare dishes from their cultures and…

UVic looking to develop properties on the edges of campus

Oak Bay also has a housing target of 664 housing units by 2028, as set by the Province. Murdoch said in his statement that “the project has not been sufficiently…