Society, culture & education
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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.
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Environmental studies grad student finds hope in the rainforest at COP30
Travelling to the United Nations climate summit deep in the Brazilian Amazon was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Rekha Marcus.
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Wolves get clever with crab traps
Wild wolf behaviour on BC’s central coast may represent the first documented case of potential tool use in the species,…
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Testosterone in body odour linked to perceptions of social status
New research from UVic looks at the role our sense of smell plays in navigating social status.
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Transformative degree helps grad bring together care, justice and public health
Andrea Figueroa is completing a Master of Public Health at UVic with a focus on Indigenous health. They are originally…
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UVic grad finds passion for archaeology
Anthropology major and Indigenous Studies minor grad, Jennifer Preece, never imagined her interest in fish trap research would ignite her…
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International student builds UVic community inside and outside the classroom
Star Alipour-Kashi is an international fine arts student from Iran. While her studies focused on screenwriting, her many extracurriculars enhanced…