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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.
Vaccine shortages cause UVic flu clinic cancellations, delays
Amidst national flu shot shortages, several campus flu shot clinics have been subject to cancellations and delays, including UVic's annual free clinic for students and staff on Nov. 7.
UVic professor, students feeling impact of ongoing Hong Kong protests
As protests in Hong Kong continue, tensions have grown in Victoria and Vancouver between pro-democracy supporters and pro-China supporters. Peaceful demonstrations have quickly turned aggressive between these two groups, causing…
“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.
LETTER | Re: Assistant adjunct UVic professor allegedly let go for “politically incorrect” views on polar bears
"Dr. Susan Crockford was not “allegedly let go.” Rather, her unpaid adjunct appointment expired and she was not renewed. The criteria for renewal are publicly posted and consistently and fairly…
5 Days of Action aims to reduce harassment, discrimination on campus
UVic’s EQHR office hosted the second annual “5 Days of Action” week-long event earlier this month, inviting members of the UVic community to take concrete steps to end discrimination, harassment,…
Vote on potential divestment from short-term fossil fuel investments moved to January
A Board of Governors vote on whether to change UVic’s short term investment strategy to include options for divestment from fossil fuels has been moved to Jan. 28. This vote…
University should improve fundraising efforts, shake down students for cash
How might modern colleges more efficiently, and with a friendly disposition, extract funds from reluctant current and former students? I have at least observed a handful of appropriate methods, some…Our Digital Print Issue
