The Ring

The Ring is the University of Victoria’s community newspaper. Its purpose is:

• to advance the mission and objectives of the university as articulated in the strategic plan
• to inform members of the campus community about news and events of interest to them and
• to help build a sense of community among faculty, staff and students at UVic.

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Latest stories

Some careers start with a simple conversation

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

Performing the dance of leadership

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

Breakthrough in dementia

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

First class of grads from Indigenous law program

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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.

Found in translation

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Graduating with a master’s degree in French and teaching for Alliance Française, an international organization that promotes French language and culture, Olga Ziminova is contemplative about the unlikely path that has led her to success.

Construction projects drive engineering grad

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Growing up, Liam Sprangers spent long hours building tree houses out of scrap lumber, erecting makeshift bike ramps and designing bridges to span nearby creeks. Sprangers says he was drawn to study civil engineering by the prospect of being able to work in the construction industry.

Screenwriting grad aims for the stars

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Writing grad Paula Raimondi Cantú's five-year journey to her undergrad degree carried her through several co-op and work study positions—building skills and supporting her quest to hone the craft she hopes will be her life’s work: screenwriting.

From coffee to career

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Paige Cey, who graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Commerce, earned recognition by BC Business magazine for a podcast she created for female entrepreneurs and professionals.

PhD grad collaborates with Indigenous youth

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Social dimensions of health PhD grad, Andrea Mellor, was drawn to an interdisciplinary program knowing there was a missing link between her work as a hydrogeologist and the health-related issues occurring in Indigenous communities.

Policy transcends partisan power

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During his three years of employment with BC’s Legislative Assembly, Matthew Creswick, who graduates from UVic this November with a Master’s in Public Administration, has made a surprising contribution to our understanding about how democracy works in BC.

Lessons in life & music

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School of Music graduate Baylie Adams found inspiration, discipline & social change through her studies.

Writing for change

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Indigenous writing student Jenessa Joy Klukas graduates with confidence, a BFA and a new position as a reporter with IndigiNews.

Co-op position leads to theatre job

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When theatre student Logan Swain signed up for a co-op position with Theatre SKAM, he had no idea he'd soon be producing plays during a pandemic--or that it would lead to a permanent job.

Science grad talks hands-on research, co-authored

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Chris Anderson graduates this month with his BSc in neurobiology. He is one of the few undergraduates who has already co-authored a research paper—with a second paper on the way.

A passion for community wellness launches career

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Recent kinesiology graduate Ashley Hoydal-Payne gained the experience she needed to launch her business through an internship focused on community wellness and digital media.

Designing technology solutions for a better world

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As a high school student trying to decide on a university major Robert Lee, who graduates this spring with a Bachelor of Engineering in computer engineering, recalls wanting to find a field where he could cultivate his keen interest in science, develop innovative technologies, and make a positive impact in the world.