Two socially conscious business owners and an award-winning history scholar are the recipients of UVic honorary doctorates awarded during the fall 2021 convocation ceremonies.
Due to the increasing size and recklessness of crowds of young people on university property, the large majority of whom are not from UVic, the university and Saanich Police are taking unprecedented measures to prevent the unsafe weekend gatherings.
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.
The influenza vaccine is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from the flu. This year, UVic students can get a free flu shot at drop-in clinics across campus. Faculty, staff and other community members are encouraged to get the jab at a participating pharmacy or community flu clinic.
Jan Kietzmann (BCom '98), Associate Professor of Innovation and Information Systems at the Gustavson School of Business discusses the potential benefits and risks of deepfake technology.
Judy Zhu (BCom '03) and James Thom (BCom '03) have been enjoying the twists and turns of their career paths since graduating from UVic. Now, they are dedicated to giving back to young business students and entrepreneurs.
Researchers investigating childhood obesity, food security and nutrition in Inuit communities, and the role of intestinal microbes in humans鈥� immune systems are among the 番茄社区 recipients of nearly $2 million from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR).
UVic chemistry grad student, Ben Godwin, and supervisor Jeremy Wulff are studying novel materials for next-gen auto manufacturing. With a versatile new polymer, novel materials are now stronger and lighter than before with potential for commercial applications.
UVic welcomes two inaugural UVic Impact Chairs鈥擜manda Bates (biology) and Heather Castleden (School of Public Administration)鈥攖o five-year research positions.
New research shows it may be possible to sequester carbon dioxide in subseafloor ocean basalt at a scale that would reduce global atmospheric concentrations of this predominant greenhouse gas.
Does being away from your smartphone cause you anxiety?
The COVID-19 self-declaration platform is now open, and will remain open until midnight September 26 for you to complete your self-declaration.
The 番茄社区 is strongly urging its students to act responsibly and not gather in large numbers on campus property for parties. This behaviour jeopardizes a safe start to the school year for students, faculty and staff.
Two standout students will join the 番茄社区 community this fall as recipients of the prestigious national Schulich Leader Scholarship.
The supply chain as a determinant of health
To increase the use of sustainable transportation to campus, two new separated cyclist and pedestrian pathways have been developed at the University Drive and Ring Road intersection, allowing for a smoother and safer transition to the heart of campus.
