Tag: athletics
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UVic associate professor, student receive Indspire Awards
UVic associate professor Mona Lisa Bourque Bearskin and student Garrett Hrechka were celebrated during the 2026 Indspire Awards.
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Kinesiology grad reflects on field hockey, friendship and finding her path
Kinesiology grad, Jaden Dawson, won four national championship titles and the Provost Award for highest grade-point average (GPA) among all…
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Behind the UVic mascot, a teacher in the making
Elena Mairs, the education student behind the University of Victoria’s mascot Thunder dons convocation gown.
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From competition to campus life, UVic grad reflects on an unforgettable chapter
Yassin Guitouni is proud to call Victoria, BC, his hometown, where he stood out as both a student and athlete…
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UVic grad found balance with both varsity and academic demands
For five years, psychology grad Javier Sagaste played for the UVic men’s soccer team—leading as captain during his final two…
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Graduating athlete finds career path at intersection of health care and tech
Biomedical engineering grad Regan Casey took six years, three terms abroad and seven silver medals to graduate.
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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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lək̓ʷəŋən Paddle marks pledge in Commonwealth Games
The “lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Paddle” was received by Commonwealth Sport President Chris Jenkins during an official handover ceremony held at Canada…
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Vikes women’s varsity teams dominate nationally
Women’s sports are in the spotlight and thriving like never before, with sold-out stadiums, record viewership, landmark media deals and…