On June 26, the University of Calgary’s Career Services launched CareerLink, a new program where students and employers can connect with ease. The site takes the place of JobLink, which formerly hosted job postings from a variety of employers advertising to U of C students and alumni. The system allows students to search for jobs,… Continue reading CareerLink makes job posting easier
Month: July 2012
Redeveloping MacEwan Student Centre
MacEwan Student Centre officially opened on Nov. 17, 1967. It is the heart of campus and is a place where University of Calgary students come to meet, eat and study. Over time, however, MacHall has become dated and redevelopments and maintenance are needed in order to continue providing valuable services for students. The MacHall Master… Continue reading Redeveloping MacEwan Student Centre
Imaginary Anomaly
Editorial: Calgarians want housing. Now.
The Harper government announced a new string of amendments to Canada’s mortgage rules that came into effect on July 9, 2012. These changes to the borrowing rules were made in part to avoid the borrowing crisis that has set the America economy into its current state of turmoil with entire cities filing for bankruptcy. While… Continue reading Editorial: Calgarians want housing. Now.
Game review: The Real Texas
By Sean Willett
One of the many benefits of an independently published game is the freedom it allows developers — there are more opportunities to try new things when the people making a game are unrestrained by the demands of investors and shareholders. The Real Texas is a glowing example of the results of this kind of freedom,… Continue reading Game review: The Real Texas
Spun: Peer Support
By Jesse Hunter
What is better than eating locally grown food? Listening to locally grown music. Peer Support is a self-described “five-piece melodic indie rock act from Calgary with influences as diverse as the city that they call home.” The tight-knit group has recently released their first self-titled EP, a three track album that feels like a deep… Continue reading Spun: Peer Support
Book review: Trifles
Families new to Canada often experience a disconnect between generations. Parents raised in another country may have difficulties raising their children in a place so unlike their home. Conversely, their children may feel alienated by parents who don’t understand their lives. People who have experienced this disconnect, as well as those who are curious about… Continue reading Book review: Trifles
Folk Fest is coming and can’t be stopped
By Sean Willett
Every year in late July, Prince’s Island Park is covered with tarps, and these tarps are covered with music fans. They arrive in droves of hundreds to attend one of the biggest festivals in Calgary, and one of the most important musical events in Canada: the Calgary Folk Music Festival. Founded in 1980, the CFMF… Continue reading Folk Fest is coming and can’t be stopped
Copyright agreement put off
The long debate concerning whether universities across Canada should sign on to Access Copyright’s model plan is ongoing. The University of Calgary is still in the consultation process and has delayed signing on to the agreement once again. The U of C opted out of Access Copyright’s previous plan in 2011 after the prices increased,… Continue reading Copyright agreement put off
Update: student aid gets more accessible in Alberta
The Alberta government has introduced several changes to the student aid program to decrease financial barriers encountered by post-secondary students. According to the provincial government’s website, the enhancements will make it easier for university students to reach their educational goals. All changes will be effective August 1. The new changes include the introduction of grants… Continue reading Update: student aid gets more accessible in Alberta