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My mom dated my principal 

We started hanging out in the stairwell by the library, where we would awkwardly hold each other during lunch. I chose this location intentionally, knowing my mom’s route to the…

Victoria was crowned Canada’s sexiest city, and no one is surprised

“I think Victoria is a very sexy city, especially because so many people here have amazing style,” said UVic student Rae. “Especially on campus, walking around, everybody is slaying, everybody…

Five ways to NOT get a co-op

I signed up in August. I attended mandatory workshops at UVic through September, October, and November, performed a mock interview audition, networked against my will, and applied to jobs relentlessly…

How to lock in and win this year — according to 2025 astrology

To get the most out of these tough transits, embrace Jupiter’s expansive energy, and continue to clear out the old and welcome the new.

What’s in and what’s out this New Year?

Turkey is fine twice a year and at no other time. I can’t express how out turkey will be in 2025. As we move farther away from the blatant food-replacement…

Two presents not to give your relatives this Christmas

One of the principal reasons I hate spending Christmas with my relatives is the innumerable remarks about my non-existent alcoholism. Every Christmas morning I have a screwdriver with my breakfast…

Halloween costumes inspired by your astrological sign

Are you feeling indecisive about your Halloween costume? Maybe Mercury is in retrograde. Let the stars inspire your outfit instead with the Martlet’s astrological costume guide.

How to tell someone’s relationship status based on what they wear this Halloween 

It can be stressful to find a costume that checks all the boxes: attractive, funny, spooky, unique –– the list goes on. We’ve compiled a list of relationship statuses with…

How to survive Thanksgiving with your politically incorrect relatives 

Well, it’s that time of year again. The time of year where you take a break from all of the due-tomorrow homework assignments from your professors and sit down with…

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