Alumni

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Sarah Marie Wiebe (MA 2008) is the author of Everyday Exposure — Indigenous Mobilization and Environmental Justice in Canada’s Chemical Valley and an Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaii.

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Chong Su Kim (PhD 2018, right) researched democratisation and social movements in South Korea and Taiwan. He received his PhD on the same day his daughter Chorong Kim (left) earned her MA from Germanic and Slavic Studies. (Photo: Jake Sherman)

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UVic's Political Science alumni are big thinkers, social leaders and change makers.

Who we are

Our alumni have ventured forth from UVic to explore a wide range of fulfilling life experiences and career paths including advanced study in fields such as law, medicine, education, and psychology; employment in universities, hospitals, mental health organizations, and government agencies. Many former students have maintained connections with our department and we delight in learning of their personal and career successes.

UVic Alumni Association

The UVic Alumni Association is dedicated to supporting UVic graduates in staying connected with one another and being aware and involved in the university's growth and achievements. The Alumni Association also offers a wide range of benefits and services to its members. We encourage you to stay connected.

Resources for our alumni

As a graduate of Social Sciences at the University of Victoria, you are part of our extended community− a network of over 20,000 graduates in communities around the world. There are many ways to stay connected with that community.

Keep in touch

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Please explore the links below to find ways to stay connected that work for you, online or in person.

Or vist the Alumni Relations website

To find out more, contact Cora LaRussa, Alumni Annual Giving Officer, at . 

Career resources

Careers Services

Did you know alumni can get career advice, professional development opportunities, and job search assistance through the university's Career Services and through our Young Alumni program?

You can also read about some of our Social Sciences alumni and explore our careers website for ideas on what you can do with a career in Social Sciences.

Stay in the loop

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Alumni events, social media, and publications give you a valuable ongoing connection with the university.

Get involved

Mentorship

Extend your network and develop your professional skills while giving back to UVic.

  • Volunteer with your department, alumni groups, or the alumni board.
  • Speak at a student or alumni event.
  • Offer a co-op placement, career advice or mentoring to a student.
  • Pay it forward by contributing to scholarships or bursaries and support the changemakers of tomorrow.