Month: June 2010

By Brent Constantin

For many, breaking into new social circles outside of work or school can be difficult, but thanks to Mark Hopkins and his We Should Know Each Other events Calgarians have an easy and fun avenue to do just that. Hopkins, a local theatre artist, says since the events began over two years ago in his… Continue reading Local artist wants to get to know you

By Savannah Hall

Shadrach Kabango — commonly known as Shad — is making the most of his success while still keeping one foot on the ground. He chalks himself up as being “just like everybody,” with a career built on a lot of luck. He used his winnings from a radio contest to fund his first album, and… Continue reading Shad maintains steady diet of humble pie

By Noah Miller

Four Dinos selected for Team Canada men’s volleyball teamFour of the University of Calgary’s own will join the ranks of the Canadian senior men’s national volleyball teams. Seasoned volleyball veteran and Dinos alumnus Jeremy Wilcox, who played for the Dinos from 1996-2000, was named part of the national A team. In addition to Wilcox, Team… Continue reading Junk you’ve missed since Winter term

Well, here we go again. Not since Operation Cast Lead in December 2008 has Israeli military action been so controversial or violently condemned. The Israel Defense Forces conducted a raid on an aid flotilla on its way to Gaza after the flotilla attempted to run the Israeli blockade. Nine Turks aboard the flotilla were killed… Continue reading Breaking down assumptions about the Gaza Strip

By Brent Constantin

Outgoing University of Calgary senate chancellor Joanne Cuthbertson and her husband, Board of Governors vice-chair Charlie Fischer, announced their donation of $1 million to the U of C for a new student services facility. The Chancellor Cuthbertson Centre for Student Success will open early 2011 as part of the Taylor Family Library. The centre aims… Continue reading Chancellor makes $1 million donation

By Brent Constantin

This week the University of Calgary wants you to get out of your car and onto a bus, bike, or any other means of sustainable transportation. The 2010 Commuter Challenge is on now until June 5, encouraging people across the country to consider alternatives to driving alone to work such as walking, cycling, using transit… Continue reading Commuter Challenge returns to U of C

By Brent Constantin

Summer students may have noticed changes in MacEwan Student Centre over the past few weeks, most notably the large white walls erected around the former seating area near the ATMs. Though this might be the most visible change, it’s not the only one. The Students’ Union started major renovations around MacHall in anticipation of the… Continue reading MacHall renos to finish by September