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UVic’s first Associate Vice President, Indigenous, Qwul’sih’yah’maht Robina Thomas, at the First Peoples House reflecting pool. Bronze sculpture "Gray Whale Tail" by Calvin Hunt (Kwakwaka'wakw) and John Livingston. (Photo credit: UVic, April 2021)

A voice for the voiceless: Introducing UVic’s Associate Vice-President Indigenous Qwul’sih’yah’maht Robina Thomas

As the inaugural AVP Indigenous, Thomas works on UVic’s senior leadership staff and reports to UVic President Kevin Hall.
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UVic athletes stoked to return to play following Canada West announcement

Regional schedules await approval from university, province Canada West has announced their plans for the 2021-22 season. After a year without competition, Canada West plans for most sports to be…
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A pandemic guide to the best brunch spots in Victoria

If you’re looking for something to do (and eat), check out this guide to the best brunch restaurants in Victoria and their COVID-safe dining options
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Victoria practicum students face challenges with restrictions, vaccine eligibility during an unusual year

Due to the challenges of COVID-19, post-secondary practicum students in Victoria have faced an unusual year.
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Student athletes navigate training, teambuilding, and restrictions throughout the pandemic

Student athletes face the challenges of shifting province-wide restrictions As national competitions and races are cancelled due to the pandemic, many student athletes have had to shift their focus while…
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Graduating into a pandemic: Amid a time of helplessness students are also hopeful

This past year has shifted the student experience of university Many of us began our university degrees sitting in a classroom filled with new faces. We scrambled to get to…
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Improve your mood by busting a groove

Through hardships, stressors, and difficulties, dancing has the power to create a sense of joy and contentment.
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Plastics and personal protective equipment: Where does PPE go to die when it’s done saving our lives?

While PPE serves to protect public health, increased demand and improper disposal are contributing to plastic waste.
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Performing pleasure: a dive into the phenomenon of fake orgasms

In a sexual culture dominated by male satisfaction, performance has become an alternative to communication for some.

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