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Investigating the behavioural psychology behind COVID-19 guidelines

What motivates people to follow public health guidelines? Will mask-wearing and physical distancing ever feel normal? The Martlet talks to two experts about the science behind our reactions to the…
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Three U.S. students speak about election and pandemic fears

While the political division and uncontrolled spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. might feel far away for many Canadians, these crises have real consequences for international students in Canada.
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Ecological Restoration Club begins five-year plan to revitalize campus meadow

Participation in the Ecological Restoration Club is at an all-time high with online school. Their first event of the year— restoration work on the campus Garry oak meadow — is…
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How students are building community at UVic during a pandemic

What’s happening to all the clubs and course unions this year? The Martlet takes a look at what’s changed and what has stayed the same for student campus life this…
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4 pandemic study tips for UVic students

How to manage school while stuck at home This year, most UVic students will be attending their classes from home. This new reality has made it hard for many of…
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HarbourCats announce new Golden Tide baseball team for UVic students

A new initiative by the Victoria HarbourCats will give UVic students the opportunity to play ball, and hopefully hit a few home runs. The new team, the Golden Tide, was…
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5 tips for sex and dating in the time of COVID-19

Below are a few tips for sex and dating during COVID-19 that may make your search for a boo safer for you. The pursuit of pleasure and intimacy
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Renowned rock climber advocating for vehicle living in Squamish

For the longest time, there was one boulder problem in Squamish, B.C. that Thomasina Pidgeon couldn’t solve. But one day, Pidgeon dug deep down to find a perseverance that helped…
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The biggest Martlet news stories from summer 2020

In a summer like no other, the Martlet’s team of student journalists continued to cover stories that matter to students.

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