UVic Communications Media Releases

UVic to confer five honorary degrees in June

May 14, 2013 -

Five individuals with exceptional records of distinction in public service, research and teaching will accept honorary degrees from the University of Victoria at spring convocation ceremonies.

UVic among world's best for scientific performance

April 25, 2013 -

UVic is in the top one per cent of universities in the world and among the top-ranked in Canada for its scientific impact and its involvement in scientific collaboration.

Going green saves businesses' money

April 18, 2013 -

Think going green costs you money? Think again. New research from PICS shows that reducing carbon footprints puts fast money into the pockets of small businesses.

Congress 2013 showcases speakers, public events

April 11, 2013 -

A world-class event hosted by the University of Victoria from June 1 to 8 will give community members a chance to rub shoulders with leading academics and hear the insights of renowned scholars and public figures.

UVic And Higgs Boson At 50th Anniversary Event

April 5, 2013 -

The University of Victoria will present the free public lecture “Subatomic Smash: The Quest for the Higgs Boson” on Apr. 9, 2013 as the latest signature event in UVic’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

UVic Retirees Present Masterminds 2013

March 27, 2013 -

The UVic Retirees Association and the Centre on Aging—with support from the university—present a series of four free lectures as part of Masterminds 2013 in April and May at 7 p.m. in UVic’s Harry Hickman Building, room 105.

UVic Honours Louie Dinstinguished Entrepreneur

March 26, 2013 -

Brandt Louie, chairman and CEO of H.Y. Louie Co. Ltd. and board chairman of London Drugs, has been honoured with UVic’s Gustavson School of Business Distinguished Entrepreneur of the Year Award (DEYA) for 2013.