Recent stories
Business, economics & law
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Recipients of inaugural Black Student Leadership Award recognized for community impact
Ten students have been awarded the inaugural Black Student Leadership Award. The award is a donor-funded initiative for continuing undergraduate students who self-identify as Black.
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Indigenous approach gives meaning to Western research
A collaboration reveals the key role of relationships in reconciling worldviews to advance knowledge.
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Top 10 stories of 2025
We’ve gathered a few of the top stories from 2025 that highlight the incredible work happening across UVic.
Campus & community
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UVic scientists head to the BC Legislature
Science Meets Parliament strengthens connections and mutual understanding. between Canada’s scientific and political communities through dialogue
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Notice of drone filming
The university will be using a drone to film wide shots of campus on Friday, Apr. 24, 9-11 a.m.
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UVic is a dozen times green
UVic has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the twelfth time.
Health
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Let’s talk about sex—and disability
UVic PhD student Jenise Finlay is challenging bias through a new study that explores the intimate lives of people living with chronic pain.
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The science behind a healthier brain
Canada Research Chair Marie-Ève Tremblay is translating neuroscience research into possible treatments for healthier brains.
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Could an empathic robot be a part of your future healthcare team?
Research from UVic reviews the current use and future potential of social, empathic humanoid robots
Indigenous
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2025 UVic Co-op Student of the Year Awards
Three students are 2025’s UVic Co-op Students of the Year. The awards are based on outstanding academic success, workplace performance and community involvement. Learn more about…
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Honouring LEXIXELEK, Dr. Baptiste Harry “Skip” Dick
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of LEXIXELEK, Dr. Baptiste Harry “Skip” Dick of the Songhees Nation
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Unique partnership advancing First Nations energy utilities in BC
The ACET First Nations Utility Study is finding new opportunities for First Nations to shape Canada’ clean energy future.
Oceans & climate action
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UVic is a dozen times green
UVic has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the twelfth time.
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Changemakers Summit sparks solutions to community issues
Changemakers Summit at UVic links local partners with students who are passionate about creating social change in their communities.
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Unique partnership advancing First Nations energy utilities in BC
The ACET First Nations Utility Study is finding new opportunities for First Nations to shape Canada’ clean energy future.
Science & technology
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Teaching drones to think: UVic’s AI-powered aerial mapping system
Homayoun Najjaran is leading the next generation of experts that will take mechatronics and AI into real-world applications.
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How UVic is shaping aerospace engineering technologies
Afzal Suleman has helped shape aerospace engineering and space technology, and is helping grow the next generation of engineers.
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Uncovering links between early Earth’s carbon cycle and ballooning oxygen levels
Combining data from ancient rocks with computer modelling shows big changes in Earth’s carbon cycle were linked to rising oxygen levels.
Society, culture & education
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Changemakers Summit sparks solutions to community issues
Changemakers Summit at UVic links local partners with students who are passionate about creating social change in their communities.
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Unique partnership advancing First Nations energy utilities in BC
The ACET First Nations Utility Study is finding new opportunities for First Nations to shape Canada’ clean energy future.
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Storytelling on screen
Ghada Youssef combines film, dance and philosophy to platform crucial stories that challenge viewers to expand their perspectives.