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UVSS to push for wider range of hormone replacement therapy options through health plan

The GEM, Pride Collective, NSU, SSD, and SOCC all endorsed the motion, calling for the UVSS to lobby for expanded coverage options under their health plan.

New saltwater display tank in Petch showcases marine life at UVic 

“There are not many universities around the world where you have access to the ocean,” Marx said in an interview with the Martlet. “And I thought, ‘we have to display…

Study estimates up to 1 342 birds die on campus between September and February

“To me, it's kind of incredible that we have a system where we essentially build death traps for these wild animals that are around us all the time," said Dr.…

Research finds Campus Community Garden native plots more biodiverse than Finnerty Garden, university quad

“It really does go to show that non-native plants are not useful in terms of biodiversity. They’re not nearly as effective as native plants,” said Fortin.

Sock hops, sit-ins, and folk singers: UVic student life in 1967

Although many things have evolved at UVic since 1967, it is clear that one thing remains the same: a strong sense of student culture and community, no matter what circumstances…

Dr. Jules Gill-Peterson tapped as new Chair in Transgender Studies

She is the author of two books, and is currently working on a book about how class shapes the ways that people have approached transition historically.

UVic to offer new Media Studies BA this fall

The first media studies cohort was in September 2023, originally offered as a certificate made up of 10.5 units. The certificate is still available, but the program will simultaneously offer…

Despite efforts to improve accommodation services and accessibility, implementation still a concern for some students

Student senator Evan Maher said he was prompted to push for improvements to CAL after hearing from students that UET wasn’t meeting their needs. 

Graduate Students’ Society referendum result upheld by Electoral Officer following complaint

Dr. Marlea Clarke, a faculty advisor to the WUSC UVic chapter, told the Martlet she felt that the GSS used its' power to unfairly campaign. However, she said WUSC UVic…