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Student life - University of Victoria
Student life
Statement about encampment on the UVic campus
We are aware that there is a demonstration taking place on the quad. The safety of our students, staff, faculty and community is our top priority. We are taking a calm and
thoughtful approach to this demonstration and will work to minimize disruptions.
Delegation shares climate change displacement
Climate displacement is underway, and scientists are starting to learn about these realities from those experiencing this first-hand. A delegation of young Inuvialuit leaders from
Tuktoyaktuk, NWT, travelled more than 2,300 km to Victoria to meet with government scientists and detail what life is like living with the impacts of climate change and climate displacement on
your doorstep.
University flag to be lowered for Day of Mourning
The university flag will be lowered on Sunday, April 28 to mark the Day of Mourning.
Flag lowered in honour of Rebecca Warburton
The university flag will be lowered on Apr. 27 in honour of Rebecca Warburton.
Flag lowered in honour of Rod Dobell
The university flag will be lowered on Apr. 24 in honour of Dr. Rod Dobell.
UVic welcomes 2024 budget’s research support
The University of Victoria (UVic) is welcoming investments to support Canadian research and innovation detailed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a campus visit on Friday
that included meeting faculty and students whose research is transforming the lives of Canadians every day.
Cougar sighting
A cougar sighting has been reported in Mystic Vale around 10 pm on Thursday, April 18. Please be aware of your surroundings and use caution while using the trails or wooded
areas.
A greener place to work
Spring has finally sprung at UVic and campus is turning green. Now, thanks to BC’s Top Employer Awards, the university is looking even greener.
Ring Road traffic disruptions April 22 – May 24
As part of the ongoing National Centre for Indigenous Laws (NCIL) construction, the contractor will be unloading, hoisting and fastening the large concrete wall panels to the
building structure.
Supporting first-generation students
The Ring
A new UVic program is helping first-generation students build community, overcome feelings of alienation and imposter syndrome, and support them in navigating the culture of higher
education.
Supporting Indigenous student success
Indigenous student Ryder's journey to success at UVic, from financial concerns to empowerment, aided by supportive community and tailored scholarships.
2023 REACH award recipients
Twenty researchers, teachers and students are receiving University of Victoria’s REACH awards.
Overnight closure on Ring Road
A section of Ring Road will be temporarily closed overnight on Thursday, Apr. 11.
Cougar sighting
A cougar sighting has been reported in Mystic Vale at 8:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 4. Please be aware of your surroundings and use caution while using the trails or wooded
areas.
Making space for Indigenous feminism
What does it mean to make space for Indigenous feminism? School of Indigenous Governance Associate Professor Gina Starblanket explores this question as editor of the third edition
of the seminal series Making Space for Indigenous Feminism.
Best Diversity Employer 2024
UVic is committed to building a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our institutional plans include a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we strive to bring
this lens to the work we do locally, nationally and globally.