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UVic considering more automated coffee machines, despite mixed reception

The first Touch Coffee Smart Bar was installed in November 2025. This past April, two more were installed in CARSA and the University Center. 

UVSS board of directors table motion to receive 2025/2026 draft audit at Sept. 21 meeting.

The draft audit is an annual process in which a third party examines UVSS financial records from the previous year.

UVic faces renewed push for on-campus drug testing as the new school year starts

Dr. Ryan Herriot told the Martlet he understands progress takes time, but he believes UVic should've been able to offer on-campus drug testing by now.

New club and course unions software causing frustration among club executives

User interface issues, concerns over data security, and feelings of inadequate support are among the issues reported by CCU execs amid the transition.

Years-long Shelbourne Street Improvements Project marks its completion

On Sept. 14, the District finally cut the ribbon, marking the completion of the at times controversial six-year-long project.

Local organizations continue the fight for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month

"At the Peer Support Centre, we have so many volunteers, and they are just looking to help people,” said Sarah Edgar, the centre’s outreach officer.

Will Victoria’s latest bike-share venture stick?

Many Victorians have said they like the bikes, but others have criticized the city for choosing Lime, an American company, over Canadian alternatives.

‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ is a chaotic exploration of sex and violence in horror

The film, which has scenes filmed at UVic’s CARSA, is both a playful evocation of and meta-commentary on the horror/slasher genres.

WARA-WARA exhibition opens at the UVic Legacy Art Gallery Downtown

The gallery is hosting WARA-WARA, an exhibition of street art and graffiti from Yogyakarta, Indonesia, from Sept. 16. to Dec. 5.