Month: November 2008

By Labiba Majeed

The historic election in the U.S. has kept everyone on their toes with anxiety, anticipation and even fear. Such a dramatic turn in politics is not common. The U.S. and Canada have truly taken steps toward creating racial equality. These changes are inspirational and make the citizens of these countries more tolerant towards other ethnic… Continue reading This hour has 22 stereotypes

By Gauntlet Contributor

Each and every year I have been a university student I have made a trek south of the border to go surfing in northern California during February reading break. The basic principle behind this trip is to pack five guys into a smelly Ford and create some memories that will (theoretically) last a lifetime. While… Continue reading Vegas, prostitutes and the meaning of university

By Sarelle Azuelos

The futures of four faculties– fine arts, communication and culture, social science and humanities– will be decided in just a few months. The University of Calgary’s proposed arts amalgamation of the four unique faculties into one super faculty was initially brought to the General Faculties Council in mid-October, with the promise of a fact book,… Continue reading Admin not consulting students on super-faculty

By Jon Roe

The University of Calgary is continuing its tradition of missing the mark on improving the quality of teaching, despite setting itself a goal of being a so-called “learning-centred university.” Provost Dr. Alan Harrison presented the U of C’s Academic and Strategic Research Plans at Tuesday’s Student Legislative Council. In the plans, he reviewed the principles… Continue reading This university ain’t for teachin’