By Julian Rojas
The first-ever tedx at the University of Calgary will be held in the MacHall Ballroom on March 30. Ten speakers will be at the event, themed “Building a Legacy.” tedx is a localized version of the Technology, Entertainment and Design annual conference held in California, which invites innovative speakers to give short presentations on their… Continue reading U of C’s first TEDx event happening March 30
By Uzman Rizwan
University of Calgary chemistry PhD candidate Payman Pirzadeh is researching ice formations. Understanding how ice forms has important applications. Thousands of people every year undergo organ transplants to replace failing organs like livers, kidneys and corneas. As organ donation becomes more common, it is important to find better ways to preserve them. Ice can form… Continue reading Ice, it’s cooler than you think
In 2005, University of Calgary professor of communications Tania Smith began a program designed to enhance classroom learning. This initiative was the peer mentoring program. Smith said the idea for the program came easily. “Peer mentoring itself is natural and the formal structure boosts it — you’re learning at the same time as you’re practicing.”… Continue reading Peer mentoring improves student learning
Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory is a memorable character. He has many personality quirks, which make for many laughs. But have you ever noticed that Sheldon displays many characteristics of a person with Asperger’s syndrome? The show’s producers have never confirmed this diagnosis. Perceptions of Asperger’s and its portrayal in the media can… Continue reading One big mass of contradictions
Batten down the hatches — Twin Atlantic have put out their third studio album. The Glaswegian pop-punk band has been touring together since 2007, and this is their third album release since 2009. Prolific, powerful, and incredibly inventive, this four-piece rock outfit just released Free. The band follows the path to punk-rock success — powerful… Continue reading Spun: Twin Atlantic
Following a four-year stay in Calgary, Jordan Klassen returned to his hometown of Vancouver in 2010, where he began work on Kindness. A four-track EP, it is a stellar example of how Klassen has grown into an identifiable artist with a strong grasp of his own sound.This EP is a meld between his 2009 release… Continue reading Spun: Jordan Klassen
There’s nothing flashy about the music created by folk-pop trio Good Old War. Over the past four years, beginning with their 2008 debut Only Way to Be Alone, the band has made a name for themselves as a group with a flair for writing simple songs driven by catchy melodies and beautiful three-part harmonies. It’s… Continue reading Good Old War play indie-folk with earthy style and substance
On March 22, a small audience was fortunate to hear Dianne Buckner share advice on success in the corporate world compiled from her 20 years of experience as a business journalist. “Being an observer in this industry is amazing,” remarked Buckner. “You really do notice that highly successful people all share certain traits.” During the… Continue reading Dragons’ Den host visits U of C
Hilltop Hoods are one of Australia’s premier hip-hop groups, and with multi-platinum sales under their belts, that assessment is pretty accurate. The ensemble — who recently celebrated 20 years together — is widely known for their energetic delivery and slick lyrics. Their recent release, Drinking from the Sun, is yet another step for the group… Continue reading Hilltop Hoods offer you a shot of sweat
By Alicia Ward
Where can you find a show that will both entertain and provoke you to think? That makes you laugh as well as cry? How about a show that showcases acting, dancing and singing, too? This might seem like a tall order, but Taking Flight actually has it all. Taking Flight: A Festival of Student Work… Continue reading Taking Flight, manatee sex and Canadian history