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ℹ️ Message to community: Multifaith Centre incident As you may have heard, anti-Muslim and Islamophobic posters were hung on the doors of UVic’s Multifaith Centre in the early hours of Friday, July 5. Graffiti, including unsanctioned posters, particularly that which includes harmful or hateful language, is not tolerated on our campus. The university is committed to providing students, staff and faculty with a safe and supportive work and study environment Read the full message and find supports: https://ow.ly/bSae50SA2A0

On July 9, Fisheries and Oceans Canada / Pêches et Océans Canada announced $9.3 million in funding towards four projects in BC under the Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF). One of the projects to receive funding is The Kelp Rescue Initiative, based at Bamfield Marine Science Centre and the University of Victoria. The project works with local First Nations to develop methods for culturing and out-planting giant and bull kelp in southern British Columbia. "Kelp forests are vitally important ecosystems on B.C.'s coastline. This new funding will help advance the critical science that is needed to understand how best to restore kelp forests, and to begin this important work.” — Julia Baum, Co-Lead on the Kelp Rescue Initiative and Professor at UVic. ➡️ Learn more about the new funding: https://ow.ly/ZABZ50SzSJg Video by The Kelp Rescue Initiative 

Setting students up for success is standard practice at VertiGIS, a 2023 Co-op Employer of the Year! Every new co-op hire has the support of a full-time employee, and the opportunity for extra training and skill development. Over the past 11 years, this Victoria-based company has hired 31 former UVic co-op students – what an achievement! Congratulations, VertiGIS 👏 Photo by: Matthew Poirier and Dayton Depradine, #UVicGrads

Hey UVic Alumni, what’s your advice to someone who’s about to graduate or uncertain about their future? “Uncertainty is so important. It's such a vital pathway to our humanity. And without it we can't dream up what we're capable of. Don’t let it swallow you. A lot of people are trained that they have to be certain about everything, but I like the idea of embracing uncertainty.” — Melinda Bige (MA ’16), a 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.   Join us for Alumni Night in Nanaimo on July 17, with special guest Melinda Bige (MA ’16), a 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient for her contributions to Indigenous communities. An evening of food, drink and friends! Register now: https://ow.ly/tfU850SubeI #UVicAlumni #AlumniNight

We're welcoming high-school students to campus on July 8 for the annual Mini-U program. For one week each summer, UVic’s classrooms, dorms and outdoor spaces host some younger-than-usual visitors from all over BC and NWT. A week full of academic, creative, cultural and social activities provides an immersive opportunity for participants to see for themselves what it would be like to be a UVic student. Mini-U is led and hosted by the Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement (IACE) and is generously supported by UVic donors, who help make this program accessible for anyone who wants to attend. ➡️ See more photos from last year and read why this program is so important: https://ow.ly/ZrHL50SxjiN

The University of Victoria is celebrating four outstanding researchers recently announced as 2024 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholars and one prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellow. The five UVic recipients conduct research on an array of relevant and timely issues, including marine habitat protection, Cree language revitalization, 2SLGBTQIA+ Metis-specific culture, variable tissue characteristics in people, and the safe supply of illicit drugs. UVic celebrates four new Vanier scholars and Banting postdoctoral fellow 🔗 https://ow.ly/bvI350Sx7B8

🎧 Alumni, on the hunt for work? Episode 2 of Work It, UVic's career podcast, is packed with tips. As the title says, you'll discover how to stand out when applying for jobs in this "Ask an Expert" sit-down with career educator, Richard. The most intriguing takeaway? Tell a story in your cover letter, then close strong. Listen now: https://ow.ly/gAAy50Sv2IR Photo by Lucas Wesney

On June 14, 2024, the Inamori Foundation awarded Paul Hoffman the Kyoto Prize for his profound influence on our understanding of Earth’s early history. Hoffman has been steadfast in his explorations of hypotheses that other scientists have ignored. Despite facing backlash throughout his career, the geologist and adjunct professor in UVic’s School of Earth and Ocean Sciences has made groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of global freezing and plate tectonics. “Dr. Hoffman’s immense field research spanning 60 years in Arctic Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa is crucial to our understanding of the Earth’s surface, knowledge that students now, and for many years to come, will build upon in their academic pursuits,” says Lisa Kalynchuk, UVic Vice-President, Research and Innovation. 🔗 Learn more about Hoffman's achievements: https://ow.ly/ZXQ750Sw5R2 UVic Science

Are you a UVic grad living in the mid-island region? You and a guest are invited to an alumni reception at Parkville’s Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort. ➡️ Explore UVic's climate action initiatives with Dr. Peter Loock (PhD ’96), Dean of the Faculty of Science. ➡️ Enjoy food and drink as you make new connections, reconnect with old friends and reminisce about UVic days.   July 10, 5:30 p.m. Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort, 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville BC Cost: $15   Register now: https://ow.ly/F5kx50Subca

Frontlines are Everywhere is a new podcast on Indigenous Internationalisms hosted by Dr. Jeff Ganohalidoh Corntassel of Cherokee Nation. Jeff is a professor in Indigenous Studies and Co-Principal Investigator of Borders in Globalization at UVic. The podcast takes a critical look at world politics and Indigenous nationhood by discussing Indigenous-led resurgence and activist movements, Indigenous trade networks, Indigenous climate action and the formation of new alliances that transcend colonial state borders among other topics. Check out the inaugural episode with Cheryl Bryce, "Leading a Restoration Revolution" at the link below. Cheryl is a Lekwungen knowledge-holder and kwetlal/camas protector. She runs the Lekwungen Community Toolshed and Colonial Reality Tours. Jeff and Cheryl discussed the restoration of kwetlal/camas food systems and traditional land management. Cheryl shared about her nation’s efforts to protect Stqéyəʔ (Stakaya), the wolf who resided on Tl'chés (Discovery & Chatham Islands) and made international news when his life was cut short by a hunter. New episodes are released on the last Friday of every month. https://ow.ly/m6V950SsbFo Jeff Corntassel