Faculty of Social Sciences
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Making science accessible through political uncertainty
In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of research and discovery. Too much research remains hidden behind paywalls. As the research community calls for transparency and reproducibility, the value of the raw data supporting published research is recognized not just for peer-review, but as an asset for innovation. This…
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First climate science students cross the convocation stage
Camryn Thompson and Maya deWitt are UVic’s first graduates from the new climate science program.
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A Place of Medicine: a day with UVic’s inaugural Indigenous Land Steward Loreisa Lepine
Tiny shoots spring up in the courtyard now called A Place of Medicine, home to some of most vital Indigenous…
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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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Political science grad headed to BC legislative internship
Starting their undergrad journey in Ottawa, Chris Camaso transferred to political science at UVic to complete their degree.
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How ‘beneficial fire’ reduces risk of wildfire: report
Beneficial fire will be essential to reducing wildfire risk and promoting wildfire resilience, according to a report by the POLIS…
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Healthy sleep varies widely by country, study finds
Newly published research from the University of Victoria shows that there isn’t a universal standard for what constitutes a healthy…
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Connecting climate action champions
If climate action strength is found in numbers, then last week’s sold-out Victoria Climate Connections event was flexing some serious…
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In memoriam: Warren Magnusson
We regret to report that Professor Warren Magnusson passed away in Vancouver on April 2, 2025. Warren joined the Department…