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UVic Rhodes Scholar

Microbiology grad one of 11 Canadians awarded the prestigious scholarship

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Making an impact

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Top 10 stories of 2024
From impactful research discoveries to inspiring recognition and partnerships, 2024 saw many incredible stories from the UVic community.
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Destination UVic

Hear from current international students and recent alumni at virtual sessions on January 14 and 20. Discover why UVic is a game-changer for international students.

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Support the United Way
There are many meaningful ways to get involved in UVic's United Way campaign. Your support can help make a difference by empowering people to be all they can be.

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Undergraduate studies

UVic offers undergraduate degrees, certificates and diplomas for students straight out of high school or transferring from other post-secondary institutions.

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Graduate studies

UVic is home to over 3,500 students studying in over 160 graduate programs, with a reputation for quality and innovation that’s respected around the world.

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Overdose prevention & harm reduction

In the midst of a toxic drug crisis in BC, learn how UVic is taking steps to make campus safer for everyone.
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Territory acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

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News & events

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Visionary leader for new Faculty of Health
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McPherson Library celebrates 60th anniversary
Times Colonist
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Vikes women’s varsity teams dominate nationally
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COP29: returning carbon to the ground for net zero
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Taking action on gender-based violence
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Impacts of lifting restrictions on wolverine trapping
The Conversation Canada
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Canada needs a progressive carbon tax
The Conversation Canada

Rankings & reputation

TOP 1%

For contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals

#1

IN CANADA FOR MAKING RESEARCH ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

#1

IN NORTH AMERICA FOR INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH COLLABORATION

TOP 10

SUSTAINABLE INDEX RANKING FOR AIR AND CLIMATE IN NORTH AMERICA

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