Lisa Abram, a third-generation Jewish Romanian Canadian and communications officer at the UVic, has spent the last year uncovering her family’s connection to the Holocaust, aided by relatives and UVic’s Holocaust Studies experts.
A new exhibition at UVic's Legacy Art Gallery explores Indigenous Governance scholar Devi Mucina’s roots as an Indigenous Chewa man while honouring his African ancestors and culture.
Proud, trans UVic alumna Julia Levy is one of 11 young Canadians—the only one in BC—chosen for the prestigious Rhodes scholarship at Oxford University. Levy, a chemistry major, will begin a master’s degree there in fall 2023.
Seven University of Victoria faculty who are leaders in quantum physics, assistive technologies, virology, geophysics, drug discovery, software engineering and biostatistics are named new or renewed Canada Research Chairs (CRCs).
UVic researcher is part of a national team that will develop instruments to be deployed into space as part of an international NASA satellite mission: the Atmosphere Observing System (AOS).
An ambitious research project, led by UVic researchers, will create the first Canadian assessment of the storage capacity of blue carbon ecosystems to help mitigate climate change.
A six-week immersive field school at an ancient site in the Greek village of Arma provides ample hands-on experience while studying abroad.
The 2022 Victoria Forum convenes global delegates to discuss the Commonwealth lək̓ʷəŋən Sport Declaration on Truth, Reconciliation and Partnership with Indigenous Peoples.
Hand-carved paddles will be gifted to each country and institution ratifying the lək̓ʷəŋən declaration.
Ocean Networks Canada (ONC), an initiative of the University of Victoria, today welcomes a new federal investment in its world-leading ocean observatories located on the Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic coasts of Canada.
This August, UVic and the Senate of Canada are co-hosting an international forum seeking solutions and strategies for an increasingly polarized world. Bridging Divides: Turf, Truth and Trust is a free event happening between Aug. 28-30.
Staff in Alumni and Development were recently recognized as leaders in university advancement by CASE and CCAE for several innovative, creative and inspiring projects.
UVic Global Community Newsletter: January 23, 2023. Have you been keeping your Canadian immigration documents up to date? As a temporary resident in Canada, keeping track of your immigration documents is an essential part of your international student experience. Read our latest article to review some of the documents you already have, consider some of the documents you might need along the way and learn some helpful tips to stay organized.
UVic Global Community Newsletter: January 23, 2023. Top 5 tips for submitting successful applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
UVic Global Community Newsletter: January 9, 2023. Do you know your academic enrolment status may have implications on your study permit conditions compliance, student work authorization, and future immigration applications?
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UVic Global Community Newsletter: November 14, 2022. With the end of the term approaching, there's many considerations as an international student . Make sure you take care of important matters, such as housing and immigration documents before you break for the lovely holidays!
UVic Global Community Newsletter: November 14, 2022. After completing studies in Canada, many international students decide they want to stay here permanently. Fortunately, depending on your individual situation, you may be eligible to apply for permanent residence in Canada now or in the future, as there are several pathways to immigrate to Canada.
Read more: In the Know: Thinking about applying for permanent residence in Canada?
UVic Global Community Newsletter: October 31, 2022. Want to hear about a wonderful international student's lived experience as a UVic student? Be sure to check out this article, where Jimena Bisso details her experiences as an international student ranging from how she fell in love with the city to joining the Global Community. Jimena provides amazing insights on what to expect as an international student and the many different ways you can get involved both on and off campus to enrich your student experience!
Read more: In the Know: International Student Experience - Jimena Bisso
UVic Global Community Newsletter: October 04, 2022. Tips for contacting Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
UVic Global Community Newsletter: September 19, 2022. Many new international students are facing study permit processing delays this year. If these delays are impacting you, here are some considerations for navigating your options.
