Residence at Uvic is pretty good. They offer multiple types of dorms: single rooms, double rooms, and one with bunk beds. They also have cluster houses, where four people live in an apartment style. you’re given fridges, gas stoves and each person living gets their individual rooms. Events happen throughout the semester. There are study groups, game nights, and other fun events to meet people and make friends. Your residence community leaders also organize small and big activities for your floor, where you can get together with your building mates.

The campus is safe. I’ve never felt unsafe walking back to my dorm even at late hours. There is also a campus safe walk facility, where a campus security officer can walk you back home if you feel unsafe. Particular buildings are open 24/7 (Clearihue). I often study late till night after the library closes. It feels safe and I get a lot of study done in empty classrooms 🙂

The food is something I’m not too fond of. There are restricted options for people with dietary restrictions. The veggie kitchen closes during weekends and when residents are less (Thanks Giving, Christmas), which leaves vegan/vegetarian people with lesser options. Food is overpriced and the quantity of main entrees is sometimes not enough at all. The bakery section is good though

I found it a little difficult to access medical help when I got sick. Uvic has a Health and Wellness building where you can book an appointment or walk-in. However, most appointment slots are already booked. If you call at 8 AM sharp you might get a same-day appointment, but this isn’t guaranteed. I was really sick once and wanted medical help but even after calling them multiple times, nobody picked up my call. In case you are unable to book an appointment and are too sick to walk to the building, I recommend going to the UVic pharmacy. It’s closer to residential buildings and they are able to give you prescriptions. Overall, getting medical help is not as easy as it is in some other countries. Some international students, like me, might find it surprising. If you’re someone that is traveling from a different nation, I suggest you carry a small first aid box with medication for common flu, fever, aches, and allergies.

I found it a little difficult to access medical help when I got sick. Uvic has a Health and Wellness building where you can book an appointment or walk-in. However, most appointment slots are already booked. If you call at 8 AM sharp you might get a same-day appointment, but this isn’t guaranteed. I was really sick once and wanted medical help but even after calling them multiple times, nobody picked up my call. In case you are unable to book an appointment and are too sick to walk to the building, I recommend going to the UVic pharmacy. It’s closer to residential buildings and they are able to give you prescriptions. Overall, getting medical help is not as easy as it is in some other countries. Some international students, like me, might find it surprising. If you’re someone that is traveling from a different nation, I suggest you carry a small first aid box with medication for common flu, fever, aches, and allergies.

I like that the school has chances for students to be engaged and actively work in the community through different campus partners and community partners I also like my degree and find excellent research opportunities

I had a great experience attending school here. The professors were very approachable and cared about the success of their students. The campus is absolutely beautiful, plus there was no shortage of resources available for students. The only thing that needed improvement was their website for students as well as the online administration for grading and assignment submission.