By Peter Stein
The University of Calgary is having its first Terry Fox run with Terry’s College and University Student Engagement (CAUSE) on Campus, a fundraising effort for post-secondary institutions nationwide in honour of the Canadian legend. Born in 1958 in Winnipeg, Man., Fox’s cancer diagnosis and subsequent amputation above the knee of his right leg did not… Continue reading Running for a CAUSE
By Riley Hill
On October 5, the University of Calgary’s Board of Governors chair Doug Black stepped down from his position. Black was a member of the BOG for the last five years. Black is likely first in line for a position in the Alberta Senate, a position that pays $132,300 a year. The former chair received… Continue reading Black resigns from the BOG
After two years of construction and relocation, the Nickle Galleries reopened in the Taylor Family Digital Library on October 5. The Nickle Galleries — formerly the Nickle Arts Museum — offers members of the University of Calgary a chance to see a wide range of contemporary and historical artifacts. In 1970, philanthropist Samuel Nickle donated… Continue reading Nickle Galleries finds new home
By Ellen Lloyd
Re: Infidelity: It’s okay sometimes, from Sept 6, 2012 issue. I agree that monogamy is not for everyone — open and closed relationships are both acceptable. However, infidelity is not an acceptable solution to relationship dissatisfaction, nor does the arguably unrealistic expectation of monogamy excuse such behaviour. Infidelity compromises trust in a relationship, is inherently… Continue reading Web Exclusive: Infidelity is not okay sometimes
This past Tuesday, University of Calgary student Thomas Milley fell from the second floor of the Taylor Family Digital Library while dancing Gangnam-style. Onlookers were both terrified and unsure as to whether Milley’s fall was part of his bizarre moves. Milley suffered minor injuries. “Gangnam Style” is a popular song by Korean artist Psy. Uploaded… Continue reading Student Gangnam-styles off TFDL
By John Verney
[Re: “U of C looks to improve transportation,” Sept. 6, 2012] Before the Taylor Family Digital Library was built, there was a fairly large bus shelter in front of Craigie Hall. It was a bit of a dump but of great value to would-be passengers waiting for one of the many buses stopping there,… Continue reading Letter: Inadequate shelter
By Anu Chadha
This summer was 50 shades sexier with the newest literary phenomenon, Fifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James. Some call it the adult version of Twilight, others say it’s pornography for women. Whatever the case may be, the book flew off shelves in bookstores around the world. It’s been on everyone’s mind lately, and… Continue reading Sex lives steaming up with Fifty Shades of Grey
By Remi Watts
It was late Saturday night in Black Rock City, Nevada — site of the infamously intense Burning Man festival. As I relished in the comedown of another acid trip, I stood witness to the burning of “Wall Street,” which stood as five massive, full-sized buildings, ironically beautiful representatives of capitalism’s financial vanguard: corporate banks. The… Continue reading Watching Wall Street burn
This year marks the anniversary of 40 years of diplomatic peace and economic trade between two former Second World War adversaries, Japan and China. September is not shaping up as a shining demonstration of this peace. The Senkaku Islands, also known as the Diaoyu, Tiaoyutai or Pinnacle Islands, are located slightly above the Tropic… Continue reading Editorial: Petulant China gets its way
With NHL labour talks slowly grinding towards another prolonged lockout, it doesn’t appear as though there will be much professional hockey to look forward to this fall. However, the Canadian Interuniversity Sport season is upon us and the Dinos men’s hockey team is ready to make some noise in the Canada West conference. Last year’s… Continue reading Raised expectations for men’s hockey