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The tao of Zhao
Being that he doesn’t actually intend to win the election, one might think that Jeremy Zhao’s Students’ Union presidential campaign is entirely superfluous, but that is not entirely correct. Though there is a strong possibility that he would resign during his acceptance speech next Thursday in the Den, Zhao’s campaign is actually quite beneficial for… Continue reading The tao of Zhao
Students’ Union still hopes for secondary suites
By Jeremy Zhao
While a new students’ council has taken office, many important issues raised by previous councils, such as secondary suites, are still a priority. Students’ Union vice-president external Hardave Birk plans to capitalize on the upcoming municipal election to build on the progress of secondary suites. Birk said that a plan drafted by the Urban Calgary… Continue reading Students’ Union still hopes for secondary suites
City of Calgary shuts down student’s parody website
By Emily Ask
Jeremy Zhao, who was only 19 years old when he ran for mayor in the last municipal election, set up a parody City of Calgary webpage where he announced he was running in the upcoming election for Ward 15. There are only 14 wards in Calgary, but Zhao’s intention was to raise awareness about the… Continue reading City of Calgary shuts down student’s parody website
Protecting free speech: Wildrose style
By Jeremy Zhao
While the Wildrose Alliance has gained a lot of momentum over the past couple of months with a provincial byelection victory and the election of a new leader, the party’s platform is now being closely scrutinized. In particular, the Wildrose Alliance’s desire to remove Section 3 of the Alberta Human Rights Act — formerly known… Continue reading Protecting free speech: Wildrose style
CJSW moving, for real this time
By Jeremy Zhao
After many announcements made over the past two decades, CJSW is finally moving and beginning a new chapter in its history. The campus/community radio station will be broadcasting from the third floor of the MacEwan Student Centre starting Friday. Station manager Chad Saunders has been extremely busy the past few weeks trying to get everything… Continue reading CJSW moving, for real this time
MRU status results in transfer confusion
By Jeremy Zhao
Mount Royal’s new university designation has caused confusion for those navigating university transfer programs. MRU has been restructuring its programs and working on new degrees as part of its transition to a university, but there’s been concern about the impact on transfer agreements between the institution and the University of Calgary. Elaine Wong, U of… Continue reading MRU status results in transfer confusion
Wildrose Alliance leadership candidate has experience with crisis
By Jeremy Zhao
While Premier Ed Stelmach is being criticized for trying to deal with the Calgary-Glenmore by-election loss and an interparty crisis, could Danielle Smith handle similar pressures if she were to lead the Wildrose Alliance? Smith is a candidate, along with Mark Dyrholm, vying for the Wildrose Alliance leadership race to replace Paul Hinman, who captured… Continue reading Wildrose Alliance leadership candidate has experience with crisis
Plan It finally set to hit the streets
By Jeremy Zhao
What will Calgary look like in 60 years? That’s the question Calgary’s city council tried to answer last Monday when they unanimously voted in favour of Plan It, a combination of documents that will shape how Calgary will grow economically, socially and environmentally. All stakeholders were generally happy to see Plan It passed, but for… Continue reading Plan It finally set to hit the streets
Dalai Lama visit, actNOW reignite local volunteerism
By Jeremy Zhao
With the upcoming visit from His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, University of Calgary students will be spreading the message of compassion and collaboration throughout Calgary. On Friday, Oct. 2, over 200 U of C students will participate in various volunteer activities across the city as a continuation of the two day NOW conference. Students… Continue reading Dalai Lama visit, actNOW reignite local volunteerism