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David Leitch wins Killam Fellowship
David Leitch is, in his words, a chemical cartographer. And now, as a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Dorothy Killam Fellowship, he is poised to map…
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Celebrating research and teaching excellence
Eighteen researchers, teachers, students and artists are receiving UVic’s REACH awards, which pay tribute to campus leaders who champion dynamic learning and make a vital impact…
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Indigenous research and community spring from arts lab
There’s a new Indigenous arts research space at the University of Victoria (UVic) that is looking up—way up—to the arts of the circumpolar region, as well…
Student experience
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UVic men’s basketball wins first national banner in 28 years
On March 16, the UVic Vikes men’s basketball team ended an almost three decade streak and are back on top.
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Learning relational responsibility
Since the fall of 2023, students and community members have gathered at the University of Victoria to learn what it means to be a respectful visitor…
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The ‘everyone problem’: How the UVic Concussion Lab is advancing research on traumatic brain injuries
A University of Victoria lab dedicated to the study of concussions is advancing research to improve treatment and the lives of the injured thanks to mentorship,…
Facilities and infrastructure
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New banners on campus celebrate Lək̓ʷəŋən origin story
Celebrating people, place and planet is a key commitment for the University of Victoria, as is ʔetalnəw̓əl̓ | ÁTOL,NEUEL | Respecting the rights of one another…
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UVic creates permanent memorial in honour of Residential School Survivors
At the 2024 Orange Shirt Day ceremony, UVic will be raising the Survivors’ Flag at a permanent location on campus.
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UVic’s McKinnon Pool and future of aquatics infrastructure
Kevin Hall provides an update on McKinnon Pool.
Community engagement
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Learning relational responsibility
Since the fall of 2023, students and community members have gathered at the University of Victoria to learn what it means to be a respectful visitor…
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2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients
Environmental sustainability, clean technology and Inuit rights highlighted in this year’s group of remarkable grads A local scientist who analyzes hair to measure environmental toxicology, the…
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Earthquake preparedness at UVic
British Columbia is in an earthquake zone and it’s important that we’re prepared for when an earthquake strikes. Over the past few weeks there have been…
University updates
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Be safe and responsible on St. Patrick’s Day
Message from Jim Dunsdon, AVP Student Affairs Dear students, If you choose to celebrate over St. Patrick’s Day weekend, please do so safely and responsibly. Keep…
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Toxic Drug advisory
Island Health has issued a toxic drug advisory for Greater Victoria Mar. 11-18, 2025. Drug poisonings are increasing in Greater Victoria. Friends, family and community members…
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Earthquake preparedness at UVic
British Columbia is in an earthquake zone and it’s important that we’re prepared for when an earthquake strikes. Over the past few weeks there have been…