Student Resources
Below are resources for students including cyber safety, study tips, and academic resources.
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UVSS SUBtext
SUBtext is a business in the Student Union Building on the UVic campus that allows UVic students to purchase and consign gently used textbooks at a discounted rate. Members of the community are also welcome to shop there. It is good practice to visit early in the term...
Free Dinner For Students at Emmanuel Baptist Church
Since 2004, the Emmanuel Baptist Church has been offering post-secondary students a free home-cooked meal every Tuesday night, starting at 6:00pm. If you want some good food and a few laughs with old and new friends, come out for dinner. Location: 2121 Cedar Hill...
Internet for Good from Telus
Telus is offering reduced-cost wifi internet for low-income families, students, and people with disabilities. The program offers internet connectivity for $9.95/month (plus applicable taxes) for 24 months with regular pricing thereafter (no contract required)....
Vaccine clinics at UVic
The University of Victoria is partnering with Island Health to host vaccination clinics on campus for students, staff and faculty on campus this fall. The pop-up clinics are open to students, staff and faculty aged 12+ receiving their first or second dose of the...
Back to school resources for families and educators from the Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute has compiled printable resources for going back to school amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources focus on preventing anxiety, supporting English language learners and students with learning disabilities, and staying organized. Website:...
Togetherall
Togetherall is a safe, online community based in Canada where people support each other anonymously to improve mental health and well being. It is free to all post secondary students, those aged 16-29 in Nova Scotia and those aged 16+ in Alberta. You can register for...
Gay-Straight Alliance Network
This Network works hard with student run organizations to fight against homophobia and to protect LGBTQ children and teens from violence in schools and communities. By registering your student club, you can receive updates and new opportunities and also get connected...
UVic Indigenous Approaches to Holistic Wellness LibGuide
This resource is provided by the University of Victoria libraries for its students and campus community to learn about Indigenous approaches to holistic wellness. These resources range from films, readings and podcasts. Print books are also available for request and...
Audible Online Audio Books
Audible is a service created by Amazon that provides free online audiobooks. Audiobooks are available in a variety of languages, including English and French, and are accessible through the Audible website. Stories are grouped into age ranges, and are available to...