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Historian of Ukraine thrust into public role

The Ring

UVic historian and professor of Slavic studies Serhy Yekelchyk is recognized as an esteemed scholar, public intellectual and advocate for democracy in Ukraine. Since the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russia, he has been thrust into a much more public role.

June ringers

The Ring

UVic Libraries’ Associate University Librarian Reconciliation Ry Moran has been appointed to a new federal leadership circle designed to guide and support Indigenous research in Canada. Librarian Pia Russell has also received two awards from the British Columbia Library Association for her work on the BC Historical Textbooks Project. CAPI director Victor V. Ramraj has also been appointed to a new federal Indo-Pacific advisory committee.

3M National Teaching Fellowship

The Ring

Innovative, inclusive teaching is the most fundamental element in newest 3M National Teaching Fellow’s courses

Some careers start with a simple conversation

The Ring

2022 Graduate Meg McPherson recounts how a high school trade fair inspired her BEng in electrical engineering and a wealth of international volunteer experience.

In memoriam: Erin Chernick

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Erin Chernick on Saturday, May 21, 2022.

UVic fetes 2022 grads

Media release

More graduates will cross the stage at the Farquhar Auditorium with UVic spring convocation ceremonies that include an extra week to celebrate alumni who graduated in 2020 when large gatherings were not allowed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Keeping the human connection in health care

The Ring

2022 Bachelor of Science in Nursing grad Tory Cundiff reflects on how she chose this career path and her experience coming into her profession during the pandemic.

In memoriam: Karen Kobayashi

The Ring

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Karen Kobayashi, professor in the Department of Sociology and Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Breakthrough in dementia

The Ring

Early detection of cognitive decline and dementia is a passionate occupation for Yoneda, and a primary focus in her PhD work at UVic.

Performing the dance of leadership

The Ring

Classically trained dancer turns her attention to mastering the art of leadership on and off-campus, earning her a 3M Canada national student fellowship.

Upgrades to transit hub this summer

Upgrades coming to transit hub this summer The UVic transit exchange in front of the UVic Bookstore will be upgraded over the summer months. In partnership with BC Transit, UVic is planning a refresh to the existing aging infrastructure to be consis…

Publishing Holocaust graphic novels

Charlotte Schallié speaks in a new Q&A about the release of her edited collection of graphic novels pairing Holocaust survivors with artists to illuminate one of the darkest times in history.

Access to health services

knowlEDGE

A team of University of Victoria researchers reports Indigenous Peoples are disproportionately subject to inequitable access to reproductive health services.

Cigarette ads are banned. Let’s do the same for fossil fuels.

The Conversation

Cigarette ads are banned. Let’s do the same for fossil fuels.

First class of grads from Indigenous law program

The Ring

Four years ago, UVic launched the world’s first law degree to combine the study of Indigenous and non-Indigenous laws, breaking new ground for legal education in Canada. During convocation ceremonies this June, this memorable first cohort of 23 graduates will cross the stage to receive their degrees.

Migration and economic underworlds

UVic anthropologist Melissa Gauthier uses art and the HT94 project to shed light on illegal economies and global impacts on those living in the shadows cast by globalization of human smuggling.

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Historian of Ukraine thrust into public role

June ringers

3M National Teaching Fellowship

Some careers start with a simple conversation

In memoriam: Erin Chernick

UVic fetes 2022 grads

Keeping the human connection in health care

In memoriam: Karen Kobayashi

Breakthrough in dementia

Performing the dance of leadership

Upgrades to transit hub this summer

Publishing Holocaust graphic novels

Access to health services

Cigarette ads are banned. Let’s do the same for fossil fuels.

First class of grads from Indigenous law program

Migration and economic underworlds