Month: February 2007

By Chris Beauchamp

By their second or third year in university, savvy students have gotten used to the rituals of campus life. They won’t have trouble finding their classrooms in September, they won’t rush out to buy all their textbooks brand new, and they certainly won’t be surprised to hear that tuition is going up again. Outraged perhaps,… Continue reading Editorial: The more things stay the same…

By Julianne Yip

Last week, several hundred engineers descended upon Calgary, hungry for a challenge, bristling to combat global poverty and armed with African drums. The charitable organization Engineers Without Borders Canada launched its sixth annual national conference in Calgary Jan. 25-29. Over 400 engineering students and young professionals came from across Canada to attend the conference, which… Continue reading ‘Geers bring national conference to Calgary

By Cam Cotton-O’Brien

University of Calgary students have the opportunity to improve the quality of life on campus by participating in the Students’ Initiative. The Students’ Union contest asks students to submit their proposals for initial consideration by Mon., Feb. 26. From these proposals, finalists are selected to prepare a business report and a presentation to be judged… Continue reading Students take initiative

By Mercy Lamola

Vinay Barghava admits the World Bank has been labeled as corrupt for having unfair policies and practices. As director of international affairs at the World Bank, Barghava spoke at the University of Calgary-led Corruption Forum. The forum was held in the Rozsa Centre Wed., Jan. 24 as a joint project between the Haskayne School of… Continue reading World Bank leader speaks up on corruption

By Katy Anderson

The Institute for Sustainable Energy, Environment and Economy announced a new key position Wed., Jan. 25. Dr. Robert Page, former vice- president of TransAlta Corporation was appointed as TransAlta professor of environmental management and sustainability. The position is made possible by a donation to the University of Calgary from TransAlta. “He has a long history… Continue reading ISEEE partners with TransAlta to create chair

By Kay She

Eleven Univesity of Calgary graduates were honoured with a visit from Governor General Michaëlle Jean Sat., Jan. 26. The graduates are the first from the U of C’s master of teaching Siksika option program. The unique training program is designed to give teachers a deeper understanding of the Siksika language and culture, while keeping mainstream… Continue reading Governor General visits First Nations grads

By Sara Hanson

Charges have been laid in the accident that claimed the life of a six-year-old girl two weeks ago. The Calgary Police Service traffic section charged Angela Ta, 18, with passing a motor vehicle stopped for a pedestrian, failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk and careless driving, Tues., Jan. 30. It is suspected… Continue reading Driver charged in fatal car accident

By Amanda Hu

As February looms, the University of Calgary saw the kickoff to Black History Month Mon., Jan. 29. Dreams and Realities–an evening of songs, speakers and stories–delved into the world of American slavery and the perilous journey slaves took to reach freedom in Canada. The event was held in MacEwan Student Centre and featured authors Cheryl… Continue reading Campus kicks off Black History Month

By Emily Senger

University of Calgary president Dr. Harvey Weingarten will continue his reign over campus–for the next five years, at least. Weingarten’s contract has been extended until Sept. 20, 2011, the board of governors announced Mon., Jan. 29. Weingarten was hired in 2001 and his term has been under review since early 2006. Students’ Union president Emily… Continue reading Weingarten’s term extended