Lifestyle

Underrated things to do on campus in fall

It’s time to start thinking about ways to feel good throughout the second half of the semester. Here are some underrated activities to do on campus this fall.

“Shine a Light on Mental Health” event raises awareness about campus resources and shares stories of struggle

The Student Mental Health Initiative partnered with UVic Confessions and Crushes to engage students with mental health resources on campus, and share stories of struggles through anonymous submissions.

Coping with anxiety during midterms

Anxiety can be a difficult barrier to overcome even at the best of times. Here are some tips for overcoming anxiety during the high-stress midterm season.

Under the Microscope: Yarra Hassan, theoretical chemistry

Yarra Hassan, third year chemistry student, contributes to department through computer-based research.

A brief history of women’s suffrage in Canada

In Canada, women did not automatically have equal voting rights. They were gained slowly, after years of hard work.

UVic Hybrid team preps students for a bright future

The members of the UVic Hybrid team are thinking about the impact their learning today will have on our environment tomorrow. In addition to winning races on the track, members…

Eight events in October to get you off campus

We’re over a month into the semester, so if you haven’t left campus yet — it’s time. For those new to Victoria or just plain lazy, here’s a round-up of…

Meet Autumn Peltier, the 15-year-old “Water Warrior”

A year before Thunberg’s emotional “#HowDareYou” speech made global headlines, then-13-year-old Autumn Peltier gave an impassioned address to the UN General Assembly on World Water Day while standing on a…

A mini guide to going vegan

If you’ve been looking for a way to take action against climate change, going vegan is a great start. It may seem daunting at first, but once you get into…