valentine’s day

Five date ideas to keep love alive

This one seems basic, maybe even cheesy, but when was the last time someone took you on a picnic? Victoria has had a record-breaking warm February (which is a little…

Five queer love songs for Valentine’s Day

Here’s a playlist of five songs by queer artists to listen to whether or not you’ve got someone to cozy up to this Valentine’s Day.

Chocolate goodness on campus to get you through Valentine’s

Try these chocolate treats available at UVic Food Services outlets on campus for a delicious treat this Valentine's Day.

Labels, phobias, philias, and everything in between

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air and students are abuzz with anticipation. Students are excited to go out with their significant others, or find dates…

What not to watch with your parents

Sex and TV go together like popcorn and candy. Popcorn’s great on its own, but with a little candy on the side, the flavours really pop out. Whether or not…

DEAREST READER | An association must be founded to give voice to dejected single people

At time of writing, Valentine’s Day has very nearly unleashed itself upon millions of unsuspecting Hallmark recipients. However, today I write not of the chocolate-recipients or Tinder date-goers, but rather…

The Martlet’s valentines

Valentine's Day is a time for letting the people in your life know how you feel about them — whether they are your partner, a community radio station, or the…

Fad marriage needs to stop

Loving someone in 2019 is hands down the most courageous thing you could possibly do. In a culture where marriage is often treated as a sport, people who institutionalize their…

The single introvert’s Valentine’s Day book review

Make a book your main squeeze this February There’s no worse combination than being an introvert and single on Valentine’s Day. It doesn’t help if both your roomates have girlfriends,…