Stories about giving - Giving to UVic

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Nurse practitioner grad champions better health

A donor-funded scholarship helped Jessica Newcombe complete the Master’s in Nurse Practitioner program and make a meaningful impact on her community.

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Research chair promotes reconciliation through art and advocacy

Donor support allows Smyth Chair in Arts and Engagement Dr. Andrea Walsh to undertake research, education and public exhibitions that uplift Indigenous art and artists.

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From deep-sea discoveries to chemistry lab innovations, UVic SERA scholars are leading the way

UVic's donor-funded Science Emerging Research Awards empower dynamic scholars like Moronke Harris and Ian Chagunda, enabling groundbreaking research, public engagement and mentorship opportunities.

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Harnessing ocean waves to power remote communities

A $1 million grant from TD Bank Group is advancing research at UVic on transforming wave power into electricity. The ambitious project led by the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation (MMFN) and...

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Claire and Will Cupples

UVic alumni and scientists Claire and Will Cupples pledged $2 million to support a new Life Sciences Innovation Fund.

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Supporting the next generation of lawyers

The UVic Law Class of ’94 celebrated their reunion by raising funds together for a meaningful student award.

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Emergency funds in a crisis moment can rescue an educational journey

The timing of several significant financial costs threatened to derail Beth’s degree journey, but a donor-supported student emergency fund allowed her to continue the semester.

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Training interdisciplinary leaders to advance climate solutions

Thanks to support from the Wuitchik family, graduate student Nadiya Shore is gaining hands-on experience through UVic’s Coastal Climate Solutions Leaders program—where science,...

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Living with intention and giving with purpose

MA grad Vivian Binnema believes it’s never too early to leave a legacy. Her planned gift to UVic reflects the values that guide her life today.

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Journalism in the age of climate disaster

As climate disasters intensify, the need for ethical, survivor-centered journalism has never been greater. Thanks to initiatives like the Climate Disaster Project, made possible by the Wayne...

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Supporting the next generation of writers in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community

Thanks to the Candis Graham Writing Scholarship, an award created by the Lambda Foundation alongside friends and family of the renowned lesbian-feminist writer and teacher, UVic student Zoe...

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60 years of the McPherson Library

How donors have helped build and enrich UVic Libraries over its 60-year history.

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Supporting the next generation

UVic alumnus Georgi Ignatov, MBA ’00, who is originally from Bulgaria, built a successful supplement company. He is now helping other young entrepreneurs on their journey.

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Celebrating the impact of eight years of partnership with Coast Capital

Since 2016, the Coast Capital Innovation Centre at UVic has supported more than 1,600 students and 300 ventures, contributing to the local economy, region, and even our planet. The Coast Capital...

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Reaching beyond boundaries

Donors are helping remove barriers to climbing at CARSA so that people of all abilities can experience the potential for personal growth and social benefits of this challenging activity.

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Curiosity and compassion drives healthcare innovation

Dennis Natembeya’s desire to help his community led him to a career in nursing. At UVic, he developed innovative technology to fill gaps in healthcare—and found a way to impact...

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Wings on my Wheels

The graphic biography, Wings on my Wheels, memorializes the story of UVic donor Donna Pistell, who attained her dream of attending UVic to study anthropology while in her forties.

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Tackling student hunger: Inside UVSS food bank

As demand from students increases, so does donor support.

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Allyson Hadwin is a monthly donor to the UVSS food bank and a professor in the Faculty of Education. She is passionate about student success and ensuring they have the tools, resources, and support...

Don Ilich

Don Ilich, BFA’73, a proud alumnus of the ӣ��Ӱ��, has spent his life in service to others, with a particular focus on Indigenous communities. His career has taken him all...

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Supporting Ukrainian students

Family's donation gives much-needed boost to Ukrainian students at UVic.