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Top five books to curl up and get cosy with this fall

Picking up a good book can offer a nice reprieve from studying It’s that time of year again — the dreaded midterm season. And with it, the high blood pressure…

Fun last-minute costume ideas for those still in need of inspiration

With Halloween only a few days away, you might be scrambling for costume ideas right now. Maybe you’ve been busy with midterms and haven’t gotten around to thinking about it.…

How to ask a UVic student out on a date

Yes, this is the article you have been waiting for. Cuffing season is around the corner and I know a lot of you have been eyeing that one person in…

Seven reasons to go out every night of the week

Tired of studying? News flash, it’s October and that’s bound to happen. So, take a break, grab some friends, and head out for a night on the town. Don’t bother…

Meal prepping and sustainable living doesn’t have to be a daunting task

With fall classes started, it can be easy to find yourself on campus rushed between classes and hungry, forcing you to turn to one of the many convenient food options…

How to become BFFs with your professor

Forming new friendships is one of the building blocks of a good university experience. Students who are headed towards completing their degree tend to have a core group of friends…

Reinventing yourself: Three hobbies to make yourself sound interesting

No one wants to be stuck in the position where you're asked about your hobbies and the only things that come to mind are scrolling TikTok and doing homework.

Tech influencer talks dropping out of UVic to pursue career in YouTube 

Justin Tse left UVic’s business program and built his own online brand and business When the Martlet first interviewed Victoria-based tech influencer Justin Tse in 2017, he was a UVic…

A beginner’s guide to navigating UVic

Navigating UVic can be a tough task, especially for first years. Locating your classes on the first day, getting from one place to another, and trying to find the best…