By Kurt Genest
Have you felt something special in the air this year? Perhaps it’s the festive spirit of having fought to a stalemate with the Americans in the War of 1812, which the federal government has devoted $28 million to celebrating? After all, Prime Minister Stephen Harper declared, upon winning last year’s election, that Canada is a… Continue reading A reason to celebrate?
The war drums are beating over Iran. In recent months, Western leaders’ rhetoric concerning the Gulf nation has become increasingly hard line, with Israel and the United States hyping Iran as a growing threat to regional peace and security. A new war seems to be brewing in the Middle East, and with our current Conservative… Continue reading Editorial: Itching for another war
Reports have reached the Gauntlet of certain first-year students being flabbergasted over what they are asked to do in university. There have been a small collection of freshmen gathering in MacHall where they just gossip with their friends and make social arrangements, but are oblivious to the mental strain awaiting them in class. It started… Continue reading Freshmen confounded by university
By Curtis Wolff
It is the time of year when hockey fans should be finalizing their NHL fantasy rosters and over-analyzing preseason contests. With another prolonged lockout dragging on, however, fans are more likely spending time contemplating collective bargaining negotiations or watching their hometown heroes online in Czech Extraliga highlights. The sports industry is fueled by fans —… Continue reading How to hit the owners where it hurts
By James Rose
Coming off an inconsistent season that fell short of expectations, the University of Calgary women’s volleyball team will approach the 2012–13 season with renewed dedication and high hopes for going deep into playoffs. The team is currently in preseason — coaching staff and players have the opportunity to become comfortable with the systems, daily… Continue reading Dinos women’s volleyball set for a new season
By Judy Zhu
The first month of university has come and gone, and the schoolwork and late nights are starting to catch up to those who live by the “YOLO” mantra. If transitioning from summer to fall is like waking up on a cold, dreary Monday, transitioning from September to midterm season is like getting your nose punched… Continue reading Surviving midterm season
Argo, the third film by director Ben Affleck, is a thriller designed to win awards. It deserves any accolades it will inevitably win, with its tight pacing, sharp script and genuine thrills. Affleck is now three for three in his directorial career, and it really seems to be the direction he should move in. His… Continue reading Film review: Argo
Fables and monsters and genetics, oh my! In the Glenbow Museum’s newest exhibit, viewers are treated to an extraordinary display of creativity through the works of both national and international artists. They have transformed the tame, watered-down Disney stories we know today into the raw and mature tales of caution and danger they were originally… Continue reading Once upon a time, in a far away lab
By Sean Willett
There are many places other than Toronto and Hollywood for a newly graduated Canadian film student to succeed. Many countries around the world have booming film industries, including China, Egypt and India, which is the world’s largest producer of films. However, making a film in another country can seem like an impossible task for rookie… Continue reading Cross-country filmmaking
University students are often too busy to cook a simple homemade meal and are unknowledgeable about the food they eat. The Communal Table Project at the University of Calgary, which began this fall, is an initiative to educate students about community and the importance of healthy eating. The project will host monthly cooking sessions where… Continue reading Cooking up a connection