June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize, learn about and celebrate the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
We’re celebrating the achievements of Spring Class of 2023 with nine in-person convocation ceremonies, two honorary-degree recipients and more than 3,900 grads completing their studies at UVic.
UVic is 1st in Canada for climate action and in the global top 10 for impact, according to the 2023 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. THE scores universities and colleges for how they are responding to UN goals to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure peace and prosperity.
A powerful new exhibit of over 51 original and reproduction works by a c̓išaaʔatḥ (Tseshaht) artist, scholar/educator, activist and actor—George Clutesi (1905-1988)— is on during Indigenous Peoples History Month at the Alberni Valley Museum in Port Alberni until Sept. 2.
Many units and departments reduce their hours over the spring and summer terms. Stay in the know by checking unit websites.
Dr. Christopher Edward LalondeSept. 7, 1959 – May 8, 2023 Chris Lalonde was an internationally recognized scientist based at UVic whose research, which he presented widely, focused on the role of culture in reducing suicide risk among Ind…
The university flag will be lowered on June 1 in honour of Chris Lalonde, who passed away on May 8. Chris was a professor in the Department of Psychology. Chris began his research and teaching career at UVic in 1998. He joined the Centre for Youth a…
Further to our last update on March 18, the University of Victoria and CUPE 917 reached a new tentative collective agreement under the BC government’s Shared Recovery Mandate on May 25, 2023.
The University of Victoria’s cycling network is about to see some major improvements thanks to new funds from the Government of Canada.
News of alcohol’s harms and costs has dominated headlines post-COVID. The Canadian Alcohol Policy Evaluation (CAPE) Project, led by UVic’s Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research (CISUR), brought together researchers from institutions across Canada to evaluate alcohol control policies federally and in all 13 provinces and territories. Today, they release their results alongside evidence-based solutions to improve health and well-being.
UVic historian Elizabeth Vibert has produced a documentary, Aisha's Story, about Palestinian refugee Aisha Azzam, who is keeping Palestinian cultural legacies alive though growing and milling wheat.
Resources, events and a message from President Kevin Hall for National AccessAbility Week, which celebrates the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities.
May 5 is Red Dress Day, the national day of awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people.
The university flag will be lowered on May 4 in honour of Kim Carver, a Continuing Studies employee who passed away on April 7
On May 1, 2023, students, faculty and staff are participating in nationwide action to urge the federal government to increase funding for graduate students and post-doctoral scholars.
With a $83.6-million boost, UVic will lead a will lead a national, multi-partner research initiative that will help get Canada to net zero—one community at a time.
