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Upcoming alumni events

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Campbell River Art Mingle

Join us for appetizers, drinks, and great company at an art-filled evening at the Campbell River Art Gallery! Meet fellow alumni and join Curator and alum, Jenelle Pasiechnik (BA ’13, MA ’16), to explore the "Processes of Remediation: art, relationships, nature" exhibition by Alana Bartol. Bring a friend and don't miss this chance to reconnect and explore art together.

July 9| Doors open 6:00 p.m. | Campbell River Art Gallery | Campbell River

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Tigh-Na-Mara Reception

Join us at the seaside Tigh-Na-Mara Resort in Parksville. Enjoy food and drink as you make new connections, reconnect with old friends and reminisce about UVic days. Hosted by Dr. Peter Loock (PhD ’96), Dean of the Faculty of Science, with remarks by alumni special guest Devesh Bharadwaj (BEng ’17), the Co-Founder and CEO of Pani Energy and Distinguished Alumni Award recipient in 2022. Explore UVic's climate action initiatives and hear Devesh's journey as a UVic graduate leading climate solutions.

July 10 | Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort | Parksville

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Comox Valley Beer Tasting at Gladstone Brewing Co.

Join us on the patio at Gladstone Brewing Co. in Courtenay, where you'll sip, snack and sample the latest brews. Hear from Daniel Sharratt (MA ’12), a UVic alum and co-founder of Gladstone Brewing Co. Founded in Daniel’s garage on Gladstone Avenue in Victoria, Gladstone is the perfect place to raise a glass with fellow alums and friends this summer. Bring a friend and we’ll see you there!

July 11 | Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Gladstone Brewing Co. | Courtenay

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Alumni Night at the Nanaimo Museum

Join us for an evening of food, drink and friends at the Nanaimo Museum. Explore the traveling exhibit, "Broken Promises" from the Nikkei National Museum, which examines the dispossession of Japanese Canadians in the 1940s. Bring a friend and connect with fellow alumni as you immerse yourself and learn from this important exhibit. We look forward to seeing you there!

July 17 | Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Nanaimo Museum | Nanaimo

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Port Alberni Patio Night at Dog Mountain Brewing

Join us in Port Alberni for a patio night with fellow alumni. Relax on the rooftop and catch the evening rays with hand-crafted food and a beverage. Dog Mountain Brewing is the place to be to meet alumni in the Alberni Valley this July. Bring a friend and enjoy some brews!

July 18 | Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Dog Mountain Brewing Co. | Port Alberni

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Cowichan Valley Cider Tasting at Merridale Cidery

Join us for an afternoon of cider, snacks, and lawn games at Merridale Cidery & Distillery. Co-founded by a UVic alum, it's the perfect spot in the Cowichan Valley for catching up with old friends and making new ones. With kid-friendly options, bring a blanket, your family and friends for this laid-back Saturday picnic.|

July 20 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Merridale Cidery & Distillery | Cobble Hill

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Pacific FC Soccer in Langford & Westshore

Join us for an afternoon of fun at Starlight Stadium as Pacific FC goes head-to-head with Valour FC from Winnipeg. Experience more than just soccer by watching the game from the VIP deck alongside alumni friends and family. Enjoy snacks and cheer for your team in this exciting match!

July 28 | Doors open 1:30 p.m. | Game starts 2 p.m. | Starlight Stadium | Langford

UVic Alumni Vancouver Island Road Trip

Win Vancouver Island goodies in our trivia contest

Play our fun trivia contest for your chance to win 1 of 3 curated baskets from Vancouver Island Gift Basket Co., packed with the finest local treasures and UVic alumni goodies. No matter where you are, you can still be a part of the Vancouver Island Road Trip adventure!

Contest open until July 29 at 11:59 p.m.

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