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Nursing student researches pain

By Andrea Bundon

It started after watching her mother-in-law suffer from rheumatoid arthritis and it’s now a major study here at the University of Calgary.Elizabeth Graveline is a third-year student in the Faculty of Nursing and the recipient of a Markin-Flanagan Studentship. Currently, she is the research assistant for a chronic pain study at the University of Calgary.“We… Continue reading Nursing student researches pain

Cross country could go all the way

By Andrea Bundon

Hopes are high heading into this weekend’s cross country nationals in London, Ontario.“The men have a strong team and a good shot at a medal,” said the co-coach of the University of Calgary’s cross country team, Doug Lamont. “On any given day, they are probably a team that could win it.”Currently the men are ranked… Continue reading Cross country could go all the way

U-Pass eases parking

By Andrea Bundon

It wasn’t without growing pains, but the U-Pass appears to be having the desired effect on campus.“What we really needed to do was ease the demand in the peak hours,” said Peter Fraser, Director of Ancillary Services at the University of Calgary. “I think we are about 90 per cent there.”Since the U-Pass program started… Continue reading U-Pass eases parking

So much for lucky sevens

By Andrea Bundon

A sport psychologist would say no one trains for seventh place. Still, the small and fairly inexperienced crew who represented the University of Calgary at Ultimate Frisbee Nationals didn’t exactly have a lot going for them.“We came seventh out of the eight teams there,” explained team captain Kris Lundine. “We carried nine guys. By the… Continue reading So much for lucky sevens

Ultimate high

By Andrea Bundon

They’re ready to take Winnipeg by storm. The University of Calgary’s Ultimate Frisbee men’s team is off to nationals this weekend for only the second time ever and they’re preparing for fierce competition and grueling games. Oh yeah, and camaraderie, fun and experience.“That’s the one thing about Ultimate,” said Todd Penney, student and team member.… Continue reading Ultimate high

United Way kickoff

By Andrea Bundon

When it comes to raising money, who could be better than the University of Calgary business school?The Haskayne School of Business will host this year’s United Way BBQ on Wed., Oct. 16 to kick off the U of C’s United Way initiative.“The U of C supports a number of different events and the BBQ is… Continue reading United Way kickoff

I wanted be a somebody

By Andrea Bundon

Calgary’s reputation as the athletes’ Mecca dates back to the 1988 Olympics. The legacy of facilities and programs is irresistible for any sport aficionado so the vast array of sports clubs on campus shouldn’t be surprising. They range from the recreational to the competitive with nearly every variation in between and offer something for everyone.… Continue reading I wanted be a somebody

A marathon of mental and physical strength

By Andrea Bundon

“This is one tough way to take a tour of Morocco,” said Angus Cowan.Cowan just completed the Marathon des Sables, a race affectionately known as the world’s toughest foot race. It’s 230km long, takes seven days and follows the Algerian border through the Sahara desert.“The desert looks peaceful and serene but you have the wind… Continue reading A marathon of mental and physical strength