Hopes are high heading into this weekend’s cross country nationals in London, Ontario.“The men have a strong team and a good shot at a medal,” said the co-coach of the University of Calgary’s cross country team, Doug Lamont. “On any given day, they are probably a team that could win it.”Currently the men are ranked… Continue reading Cross country could go all the way
Month: November 2002
Almost picture perfect
While the Dinos may not be perfect this season, they are pretty damn close.The team continued their strong start as they rolled over the Lethbridge Pronghorns 4-1 in Calgary and came away with a single point in a 5-5 draw on the flip side of the home-and-home matchup.Two energetic teams set a fast tempo early… Continue reading Almost picture perfect
What a great idea for a date
With the sound of shin-cracking kicks, jaw-numbing punches and gut-wrenching knees, Muay Thai kickboxing is not a sport for the faint of heart, as Saturday’s Battle for the Belts at the Stampede Corral undoubtedly proved. The 13-fight card, presented by Mike Miles Productions, was the first in the Extreme Fighting Championship series, filmed for TSN.… Continue reading What a great idea for a date
Dinos crash against Regina
By Dale Miller
Cleated feet will no longer trample the fake grass at McMahon Stadium this year, as the Dinos join the Stamps in football failure. But hey, at least the Dinos made the playoffs.“It’s disappointing for the guys, they worked so hard,” said Head Coach Tony Fasano after the Dinos’ crushing 39-17 loss to the Regina Rams… Continue reading Dinos crash against Regina
A Separate Future?
With recent discussions of separation, most as a result of the controversy surrounding the Kyoto Protocol, this question begs an answer. According to a poll conducted in late October, 20 per cent of Albertans favour considering separation if the federal government ratifies Kyoto.This is not the first time that separation has been brought up in… Continue reading A Separate Future?
Editor, the Gauntlet: Letters
Editor, the Gauntlet,Re: The Students’ Union In reviewing the letters and articles in the Gauntlet in the past few weeks, I have seen an obvious and disturbing trend, namely waves of SU criticisms. While constructive criticism of a legitimate institution is always welcome, I have found that the majority of these articles/letters have been unduly… Continue reading Editor, the Gauntlet: Letters
No thanks, I’m vegetarian
Few cafeterias serve good food, and the University of Calgary’s Dining Centre is no exception. The DC serves greasy, fattening, disgusting meals. But, while less than ideal, this is expected. Not expected is the lack of nutritious alternatives available to students with special dietary concerns. Vegetarians require adequate sources of protein and iron, Muslims do… Continue reading No thanks, I’m vegetarian
We’ve finally forgotten…
Do you know why we wear poppies on and around Remembrance Day? Apparently some University of Calgary students have no idea. Either that or they don’t care. Surprised at the scarcity of poppies on campus, I surveyed a few random classmates in the halls. I wanted to know why they weren’t wearing a poppy. “I… Continue reading We’ve finally forgotten…
Debating the minimum wage
By James Keller
After Newfoundland raised its minimum wage to $6.00 earlier this month, Albertan employees working on the bottom rung of the economic ladder are now getting paid the least in Canada: $5.90 per hour. Despite our newfound status, Alberta Premier Ralph Klein announced he has no intention of raising minimum wage. He points out that only… Continue reading Debating the minimum wage
Dr. Phil not the cure
Move aside Brad Pitt, there’s a new man in town who has captured the hearts of millions of women. He’s charismatic, smart, honest, and he doesn’t beat around the bush. Although his round frame and bald head do not make him a typical candidate for the ladies to swoon over, he offers something that they… Continue reading Dr. Phil not the cure