Society, culture & education
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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 from Chile and are currently based in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal. Figueroa works as a registered nurse in harm reduction services. Their graduate degree took them from working at supervised consumption sites in…
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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…
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Métis mother of 2 pursues passion for childcare and education
Taanishi, Jessica Aitchison dishinihkaashoon. Hello, my name is Jessica Aitchison. Jessica Aitchison is a Métis mother of two young children…
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Law graduate’s degree took him from Victoria to the Himalayas
Nick Sheffield is a graduating JD student from North Vancouver, BC. Over the past three years, he has focused on…
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CanAssist technology helps local barista work independently
Break barriers, build belonging Despite talent, drive and ambition, many individuals with disabilities still encounter barriers in the workplace. However,…
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Honouring resilience: UVic marks Orange Shirt Day and 10 years of TRC Calls to Action
On Monday, Sept. 29, the UVic community will come together in the heart of campus to honour Orange Shirt Day…