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Medieval Studies

@uvic-medi.bsky.social
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Salvete! We are the Medieval Studies program at the University of Victoria. Exploring the Middle Ages requires learning science, art, literature, community and religion. The richness and diversity calls for interdisciplinary research and teaching.

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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Looking for more Outlander in your life? Why not take our course on Medieval Scotland in 24 Objects and follow it up with an exchange to Scotland! MEDI 304: Medieval Scotland in 24 Objects 📌 Online, Monday & Thursday, 1130 - 1250 ❗️CRN: 24046
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UVicAnthro @uvicanthro.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Dr Erin McGuire featured in LiveScience.com www.livescience.com/archaeology/... @uvic.ca @uvicsocialsciences.bsky.social @uvicscholcom.bsky.social
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Did the Vikings really shoot fiery arrows at funeral boats?
The idea of Vikings using fire arrows to set funeral boats ablaze is seen frequently in popular culture. But did it really happen?
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Stop by and watch The Historical Combat Society today on campus by the Petch fountain! #uvicmedi #combat #swords #medievalsky
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Welcome to the start of a new term! #uvicmedi #uvic #newsemester
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Looking for somthing to do today? Come see as at the Victoria Renaissance Faire! At Banfield Park until 730. #uvicmedi #renfaire #coloring #games
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Looking for a class you can take from anywhere? We are offering MEDI 304 online. DM us for more information on how to register as a distant student or to audit this class. #uvicmedi #medievalsky #online
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Looking for a class with a mix of the modern and the medieval?AHVS 392: Medievalism and Performance this spring 2027 #uvicmedi #medievalsky #uvic #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Don't miss the chance to register for MEDI 360 this fall! Special topic: Medieval Warfare #medievalsky #uvicmedi #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
We have four exciting upper level courses coming this year! The only prerequisite is second-year standing! Topics courses are usually offered only once, so if they interest you, make sure you register while you can! #uvicmedi #courses #uvic @uvicanthro.bsky.social @uvichistory.bsky.social
MEDI 320B: Petrarch's Poetry and Legacy
Fall 2026, Monday and Thursday at 1:00MEDI 360: Medieval Warfare
Fall 2026, Monday and Thursday at 1:00MEDI 304: Medieval Scotland in 24 Objects
Spring 2027, Monday and Thursday at 11:30MEDI 420: Experimental Archaeology and Medieval Textiles
Spring 2027, Tuesday at 3:30
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UVicAnthro @uvicanthro.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Here are some photos from the ANTH 485 - Textiles in Experimental Anthropology - class retreat on Gabriola Island. @uvic.ca @uvicsocialsciences.bsky.social #anthropology
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UVicAnthro @uvicanthro.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Congratulations to Atri for her book publication Ilkhanid Capital Cities: Transcultural Interactions with Edinburgh University Press! #medievalsky #uvicmedi
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Hey Medievalists! Have you ever wondered what attending an online medieval conference might be like? Well here’s your chance! Attendance via Zoom is free! Hear scholars from across the globe speak on a variety of topics. #uvicmedi #conference #global
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
Have you met some of our knights? It's the end of term, so I hope this brings a smile! #uvicmedi #funny #Medievalsky
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weird medieval guys @weirdmedieval.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
i made a starter back of beautiful and unique manuscripts you can browse online! (with links) for anyone that wants a good way to spend an afternoon :) open.substack.com/pub/weirdmed...
an image promoting a substack article titled ‘25 medieva manuscripts you can look at online right now’
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
We would like to thank Barbara Gordon for the fantastic workshop on pigments! Everyone was able to select from a wide range of colour's and binding agents to grind and use towards individual projects. #medievalsky #uvicmedi #hands-on
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a Medieval filled day! #uvicmedi #medievalsky #conference
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Only 2 days to go! #medievalsky #uvicmedi #conference
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Our conference is approaching fast! We are looking forward to seeing everyone again! #medievalsky #conference #recreation #hands-on
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
We have some great medievalists in our program, but a huge congratulations to our award winners for this year! #medievalsky #uvicmedi
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
A look at the lovely St Magnus Cathedral in Orkney. #uvicmedi #medievalsky #cathedrals
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
It is a gloomy and rainy day today. Lets brighten up with some Medieval comics by Gary Larson - Far Side! #medievalsky #uvicmedi
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uvicmedi on Instagram: "Far Side, it never fails to bring a smile!#uvicmedi #medieval #funny"
Far Side, it never fails to bring a smile!#uvicmedi #medieval #funny
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The Fake History Hunter @fakehistoryhunter.net · 23/09/2025
Imagine an 1973 cartoon where the humans are played by animals being more historically accurate than your 2025 big budget humans only tv series...
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
The semester is underway, and we hope everyone is feeling supported! #uvicmedi #medievalsky
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
Many thanks to The Historical Combat Collective for coming to campus and sharing their knowledge with us! We had a fantastic afternoon #medievalsky #uvicmedi #medievalweapons
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
The first day of classes has come to a close, we hope everyone is settled in! #uvic #course #start #medievalsky
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
We hope everyone is enjoying the pizza! #uvic #welcome
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Where is our campus tower? Otherwise know as the general office? Difficult, but not impossible to find. Just don't believe the building wayfinder signs! We are excited to welcome new and returning students! #Medieval #findus
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Join Dr. TC Lin to learn about Medieval Chinese literati and the writing that shapes their lives. This fall, 2025 at UVic #medievalsky #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Some of our courses still have space! If you are looking for an interesting and engaging elective, check out these classes. #medievalsky #uvic #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Congratulations to our 2025 graduates! #medievalsky #uvic #graduation
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Registration has started! Need an upper level MEDI elective? MEDI 430: "Writing, Friendship, and Life in the Medieval Chinese Capital" is a special topics course and is only available this fall 2025! #medievalsky #uvic #courses #specialtopic
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
MEDI 328: Gothic Art and Architecture An introductory survey of the art and architecture of western Europe from the reconstruction of St. Denis c. 1140 to the beginnings of Renaissance art in Florence c. 1400. *Batman not included, sorry! #medievalsky #uvic #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
What do we know about children in the medieval period? How were children expected to behave and how is it different than today? Fall 2025, MEDI 348: Medieval Children's Literature and Culture #medievalsky #uvic #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
New to the Medieval period or looking to broaden your lower level course electives? Check out our first year intro classes #medievalsky #uvic #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales This tale is naughty and bawdy, but also full of wit, social satire and flamboyant characters! Join this class in Fall 2025 #medievalsky #courses
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Looking for searing political critique in the form of a dream vision for class next year? Sign up for Dante's Divine Comedy, Spring 2026 Also available through both the English and Italian departments #medievalsky #courses #uvic
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
The Medieval period is more than just Europe. Add MEDI 430: Writing, Friendship and Life in the Medieval Chinese Capital with Dr. TC Lin, this Fall 2025 to your list of classes!
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Congratulations Carol, Shelby, Alex and Ben for their research, presentation and poster at the 2025 conference - Currents in Anthropology at UVic #medievalsky #medievalism #hands-on #experimentation #creativity
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
The Restoration of Notre-Dame De Paris Lead Chief Architect Philippe Villeneuve will be in Victoria to talk about the restoration of Notre-Dame. We hope many people will be able to join us at this free event on April 8th.
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Spring is here and with it cherry blossoms
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Congratulations to our JCURA project student, Campbell Dowler for his research and poster presentation "Ekphrasis and Chivalry in Middle English Literature"
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Stained glass by Tom Mercer from Orillia Glass
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Stained glass workshop
Thank you Tom Mercer for presenting the history of stained glass and allowing students the hands-on experience of cutting and painting glass.
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
An interesting article about three women samurai and their fierce fighting spirit from National Geographic. Although I had heard about women samurai, I had not read anything about their experiences before. #medievalsky #japan
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These 3 samurai women were heroes of shogun era Japan
For hundreds of years, Japan was a warrior state. These women were among the country's fiercest.
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
We had a great time with everyone this weekend. Thank you to everyone who attended and our fantastic speakers: Dr. Kathryn Kirby-Fulton Hala Qasqas Qichen Zhongshan Leila K. Norako Campbell Dowler Sarah Evans We look forward to it again next year! #medieval #conference #thankyou
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Thank you to all of our artisans for joining us today at the Annual Victoria Medieval Conference: Fairbank Calligraphy Gaukler Medieval Wares Early Music Society of the Islands PARMA Alessandra Azouri
Fairbank Caligraphy SocietyGaukler Medieval WaresPARMA
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
The Victoria Annual Medieval Conference is this Saturday, Feb 1st Find out more: www.uvic.ca/humanities/m...
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Join us for a free lecture by the members of Sequentia. The ensemble will discuss and demonstrate how music served the appetite for long stories about beautiful, wealthy and tragic fictional characters in medieval Germany. January 20, 4:00pm|Bob Wright Centre, Room A104 | Everyone welcome!
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Medieval Studies @uvic-medi.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
The Early Music Society of the Islands is brining the Sequentia Ensemble to Victoria to perform Gegorius the Holy Sinner with Benjamin Bagby, Jasmina Črnčič and leiken. Sung in old German (projected translations) with voices and Romanesque harps on January 18th. earlymusicsocietyoftheislands.ca
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