Faculty of Social Sciences
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Bridging Indigenous knowledge with mainstream psychology
Emily Haigh joined UVic in 2022 to take up the newly established position of Chief Mungo Martin Research Chair in Indigenous Mental Health. Three years in, she is beginning to appreciate how the role allows her to provide mentorship and leadership consistent with her Indigenous identity—a factor that was missing…
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How UVic teamed with waste pickers in Brazil to build a university
UVic’s Division of Continuing Studies is issuing micro credential certificates for UNICATA students who complete learning modules.
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Finding trans community in the archive
Fourth-year English and art history student Sky Dragushan is blending their study of literature and art history to gain archival…
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Marion Buller, being brave in a changing world, is reappointed as UVic’s Chancellor
Infinitely more than a signature on your certificate, diploma or degree, Marion Buller brings commitment, humility, approachability and thoughtfulness in…
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Visual anthropology grad inspires hope
Long-time photographer and artist, Graydon Smith, found inspiration in UVic’s visual anthropology graduate program. He graduates this fall with a…
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Study shows benefit of integrating police officers into community mental health teams
An independent study (2008–2019) shows that integrating police officers into Victoria’s Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams reduces violence risks while…
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Royal Society of Canada honours five UVic researchers
Five University of Victoria researchers are receiving Canada’s highest academic honour.
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New research puts climate policies to the test
An international research team found only 63 out of 1500 climate policies have led to substantial emissions reductions over the…
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Driving sustainability forward
Akash Mohanty is one of a dozen students driving sustainability forward on Vancouver Island through the University of Victoria’s Sustainability…