Month: August 2005

E-textbooks launch in the states

By Вen Li

Electronic textbooks will be an option for some American students this fall. Students at Princeton University, the University of Utah and eight other colleges will be offered some textbooks in electronic PDF format at two-thirds the cost of their printed counterparts. But unlike paper books, students will not be able to sell their electronic texts… Continue reading E-textbooks launch in the states

U of C 101 rocks on

By Emily Senger

Showing more than 3,600 new University of Calgary students the ins and outs of campus social and academic life, U of C 101 is getting a little more personal and a lot louder this year. One of the most visible changes to the week long frosh session are new Interfaculty Games, pitting faculties against each… Continue reading U of C 101 rocks on

West Nile debunked

By Katie Hobday

Following the recent announcement of a human case of West Nile virus in Alberta, the perils of this mosquito-borne virus are once again making headline news. Though the probability of becoming ill from West Nile infection is low, news reports suggest the public should be afraid–very afraid. With an abundance of mixed messages and sensationalized… Continue reading West Nile debunked

IMAGinE what Xerox can do for the U of C

By Chris Beauchamp

The University of Calgary is negotiating a new partnership with Xerox Canada hoping to make the university’s document and record management systems as efficient as possible. The IMAGinE project could save the U of C up to 20 per cent of the $10 million spent yearly on printing and photocopying costs, said project director Theresa… Continue reading IMAGinE what Xerox can do for the U of C

Angry in spandex

By The Devil in tights

Finally, someone who shares my sentiments on the current and sudden state of Calgary bike bashing! I’m sick of hearingabout little innocent children getting mowed down by big mean cyclists. I commute everyday to work through sunshine, rain, and yes, snow (shame on you fair weather riders). I’ve been riding for years and have never… Continue reading Angry in spandex

A socially acceptable way to kill hookers?

By Kyle Francis

I have been asked for proof of age three times in the past week. Twice, I was buying a delicious malted beverage that promised to hammer mercilessly on my inhibitions. The third time, I was purchasing a video game rated “Mature” by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board. Slightly taken aback, I produced my driver’s license… Continue reading A socially acceptable way to kill hookers?

Hockey Dinos apprehend Hitmen

By Sean Nyilassy

There comes a time in many men’s lives when they must make an important career decision–Hitman or student? Though the choice may never arise for some, those who face it toss and turn through sleepless nights pondering the question.Two young snipers have recently stumbled upon this crossroad and have chosen the student route­–the University of… Continue reading Hockey Dinos apprehend Hitmen

Zelinka’s Finland frolic

By Sean Nyilassy

Have you ever wondered what’s happening in Helsinki, Finland? No? Perhaps you should. You might have discovered that from Aug. 6­-14 athletes with names spattered with diaereses and various other strange European alphabetic accents and five or so consecutive consonants gather for the 10th International Association of Athletics Federations World Championships in Athletics. The event… Continue reading Zelinka’s Finland frolic