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A student’s explainer of the BC Nurses Union strike

UVic confirmed some nursing students in practice courses were affected, but not students in the 2026 graduating class or Student Wellness Centre nurses.

Decisions on transgender participation in sports not being backed with science, researcher says

Her lecture came in the wake of the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) announcement that it will ban trans athletes from competing in women's events.

Seven low-barrier classes to try this fall

Stuck on what classes to fit into your schedule this fall? Here are seven low-barrier electives to check out!

English Language Centre celebrates a decade in expanded Continuing Studies Building

“[The] environment is really good, but if you really want to improve your English and talk with native speakers, you should be outgoing … you have to make [an] effort…

UVic looking to develop properties on the edges of campus

Oak Bay also has a housing target of 664 housing units by 2028, as set by the Province. Murdoch said in his statement that “the project has not been sufficiently…

A student’s guide to earthquake preparedness

For easy access to resources, students can download the UVic Safety App, which includes information on emergency procedures, websites, and helpful phone numbers to call in case of an emergency.

Looking for resources to build a sustainable future? Check out the UVSP’s lending library

Both the lending library and the free store can be found at the UVSP office, which is in room B020 of the basement of the Student Union Building (SUB).

Wondering who’s behind the chair sculptures?

“[We] would like to be clear that we’re not trying to cause any damage or harm. If it becomes a problem and people are upset with it, we’ll stop, or…

‘Performative’ contests gain traction on campus

What was initially a social media trend has been translated into in-person contests across university campuses.