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UVic Faculty of Health officially approved after years of planning 

Last week, the Board of Governors followed the lead of the Senate and voted in favour of the creation of a new Faculty of Health at UVic. 

UVSS election sees highest voter turnout in over 20 years

Over 3 500 students took to the polls between March 18 and 20 to vote for UVSS directors and referenda which aimed to increase fees. 

UVic biomedical engineers reimagine 150-year-old vaginal examination device

The Revyn team recently took home the Herbert B. Jones Foundation Second Place Prize in the amount of $10 000. 

Meet the students running for Lead Director roles this election

The Martlet caught up with each of the Lead Director candidates to learn about what they hope to accomplish if elected.

Duo app generates student complaints about inconvenience and accessibility

Last year, UVic implemented a two-factor authentication system for employees and students through a third-party app called Duo.

Campus Dental wait times significantly reduced with new location

UVic Campus Dental has recently expanded to a new location to help serve more patients and reduce wait times.

Asbestos notice in Richard Wilson leaves students confused and concerned  

Repair work is underway on the Richard Wilson building after a pipe burst and expected to be completed this week.

Pain management options for IUDs have come to UVic thanks to student requests

In the past year, the UVic Student Wellness Centre (SWC) has started offering localized pain management options for IUD insertions.

UVic students are exploring polyamorous relationships — and their communication skills and sense of belonging are benefiting

Despite pushback and misconceptions, one student has found a ‘big, fun group of poly friends’ This cuffing season — when people tend to seek out companionship — more young people…