How I Tackled Feeling Out of Place
I have always loved learning. I did my best to never miss a day of school growing up, and I hated when someone would...
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Your not-so-secret secret study space: the department lounge
Ask any student at a university and they will each have their “secret something” on campus: their secret to getting cheap food, a secret...
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Nailing That Essay
Now that the Spring semester has begun and it’s almost time to begin thinking about the courses we might have ahead of us, I...
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UVic’s unofficial mascot: George the campus peacock
When I first arrived at UVic in the fall of 2021, I was introduced to the official mascot; a large cartoonish Viking named Thunder....
A Week in the Life of a First Year Nursing Student
I am currently in my second semester of the Camosun/UVic BSN program, where the workload has gotten crazier and the content is more exciting....
My New Years Resolutions for 2023
I know I am late to the New Years Party, but I already have reports to make on my New Year’s Resolutions. Read on...
An art-filled semester!
For my very first semester at UVic I took 6 different art courses as my electives as an Anthropology student. I highly enjoyed the...
Everything you need to know about being a Community Leader
Applications now open for student staff positions in the 2023-24 academic year. Attend an info session Jan. 25 (info below) and apply by February...
How I Tackled Feeling Out of Place
I have always loved learning. I did my best to never miss a day of school growing up, and I hated when someone would...
Your not-so-secret secret study space: the department lounge
Ask any student at a university and they will each have their “secret something” on campus: their secret to getting cheap food, a secret...
Nailing That Essay
Now that the Spring semester has begun and it’s almost time to begin thinking about the courses we might have ahead of us, I...
Working at the Computer Help Desk
During my second work term as a 3rd year Civil Engineering student at the University of Victoria, I spent my time learning and performing...
The 4 things I wish I knew when I took the semester off
Long time no see, UVic! After a little hiatus that involved some relaxation and some planning (and a little bit of crying… okay I...
You Might Not Graduate On Time – And That’s Okay!
Navigating your studies is never an easy task. A lot of the time I find myself asking if I am actually doing what I...
Need an accessible off-campus study space? Try GVPL!
Back on campus and already feeling like you need a change of study scenery? Want a break from working on campus, but don’t know...
UVic’s unofficial mascot: George the campus peacock
When I first arrived at UVic in the fall of 2021, I was introduced to the official mascot; a large cartoonish Viking named Thunder....
A Gift of Togetherness
At the beginning of the month of December, I had the opportunity of participating in UVic’s holiday video, a partnership between Student Affairs and...
Snow day; turning a setback into a blessing
I completed my last exam of the semester on December 19. “Finally” I thought, “I am done, and I will now be able to take...
What to do in Norwich as an International student
Here are a couple of things I did during the first week of studying abroad in Norwich, England. 1. The Norwich Market The Norwich...
My 5 Favourite UVic TikTok Accounts
Most of us use TikTok everyday, but do you expect to see your school on your For You Page? Various groups and clubs on...
How to Spend Your First Holidays in Victoria
Whether it’s your first year at UVic or just the first time you’ve decided to spend the holidays in Victoria, this city has an...
Places in Victoria to get last minute holiday gifts!
There is still some time to pick out some gifts for your friends, family or yourself, and these places listed will help you get...
It’s just that time of year
It’s the beginning of December. You’re on your third coffee of the day and have 37 tabs open. You’ve spent more time in the...
Poutines of Victoria (Pt. 1)
Alright, let’s cut to the chase: There’s no real introduction required for this post. I love poutine, and I know you do too. In...