As they prepare to cross the convocation stage in June to receive a bachelor’s degree in history with a minor in Spanish, Navarra Houldin is on track to complete what has been by all measures a remarkable journey during their time at the university.
UVic joins the world to celebrate 2022 International Women's Day, a global day recognizing the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
A special preview of the feature-length film Framing Agnes is being hosted by the University of Victoria on March 17, ahead of its UK and Canadian premieres this spring.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, UVic and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor with media sponsor Global BC present Women Leading Change–Break the Bias.
Showcasing people and projects at UVic--experts can talk to media about the many initiatives to create gender inclusivity in STEM to celebrate February 11.
The new Inspire: STEM for Social Impact program will provide students in the Faculties of Engineering and Computer Science and Science with paid co-op opportunities in which small teams work with industry mentors to develop solutions that address real-life challenges in local communities.
After more than 35 years together and 30 years of teaching with UVic's School of Music, the Lafayette String Quartet announced their decision to retire as a performance ensemble in 2023.
"Great things have to stop at some point"—Joanna Hood, Sharon Stanis, Pam Highbaugh Aloni and Ann Elliott-Goldschmid will take their last bow as the Lafayette String Quartet in 2023.
Collaborating with other trans artists and scholars enables gender studies prof Chase Joynt to re-frame trans histories. His latest film, Framing Agnes, premieres Jan. 22 at Sundance Film Fest.
A film directed, produced and co-written by gender studies professor Chase Joynt will premiere this January at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival, the largest independent film fest in the US.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ and lip-syncing
A new UVic study finds two-thirds of people start out as friends before they become romantically involved.
Jana Schulz (BCYC ’17), a leader in her Métis community, is using her skills to help address health inequities and gender-based violence.
Jessica Ball is available to media in advance of Father’s Day (June 20) to discuss her new study about fathers’ involvement in childcare and housework during the pandemic.
A group of 24 scientists from across the world came together to explore long-standing problems associated with narrow definitions of success and impact in science. They advocate for change.
A resounding success describes the first virtual Moving Trans History Forward conference with 376 people registered, a 25 percent increase since 2018, and people participating from 23 countries around the globe.
