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By Shannon Smith

Most of us will recognize the name “Kevorkian” when it’s used in a conversation. Dr. Jack Kevorkian brought euthanasia and assisted suicide into the spotlight when he was convicted of murder after participating in the deaths of 130 of his patients, becoming something of an urban legend as a result. His case may be extreme,… Continue reading Kevorkian makes a comeback

By Shannon Smith

Begining with personal ads in the Saturday morning paper, and evolving to include the online realm, people have often sought help in dating and the relentless pursuit of that “special someone.” Studies have shown humans require some level of intimacy to stay emotionally healthy. It comes down to a basic, primal urge. If you’ve been… Continue reading Mechanized Love

By Shannon Smith

Mexican President Vicente Fox addressed students, faculty and the public last week in an unprecedented visit to the University of Calgary.In his address Fox focused on the changes his administration has made in Mexico, and the resulting opportunities available to Canadians and Mexicans.“Mexico is no longer and will not be a culture ruled by one… Continue reading Mexican President comes to town

By Kevin Rothbauer

Every year, Calgary plays host to an astoundingly diverse array of festivals and events designed to show off the amazing people who call the city home. These events celebrate different cultures, art forms and interests, and are a clear display of the amazing diversity found in this city. However, despite this wide array of festivals,… Continue reading If you build it, they will come

By Rhiannon Kirkland

The Night of the Dinos is a chance for Dinos athletes to get dressed up and hopefully receive lots of shiny things. The Dr. Dennis Kadatz men’s athlete of the year award once again went to fourth-year volleyballsaur Graham Vigrass, who won last year. Vigrass was named the CIS men’s volleyball player of the year.… Continue reading Dinos awarded many shiny things

By Rhiannon Kirkland

The Dinos women’s hockey team went out with all their guns a’blazing this weekend. No offence signs or cheers from the crowd were needed to spur the team to two dominant victories over the Regina Cougars. The first game on Nov. 26 saw forward Jenna Smith give the Dinos an early lead with a four-on-four… Continue reading Hockeysaurs offence takes charge

By Rhiannon Kirkland

Both the men’s and women’s hockey teams had a bittersweet weekend games against the Manitoba Bisons with dramatic shootouts and overtime results. During the men’s first game on Nov. 12, Bisons forward Tyler Dittmer scored the first goal of the game to give the Bisons a 1-0 lead 12 minutes into the second period. The… Continue reading Mixed OT results for hockeysaurs

By Ryan Pike

Clerks [1994] Considered one of the most successful independent features ever, Smith’s debut was shot for $24,000 in the convenience store where he worked. Beloved by fans for its crude and hilarious dialogue and the interplay between slacker clerks Dante (Brian O’Halloran) and Randal (Jeff Anderson). [A-] Mallrats [1995] Smith’s first (and only) studio film,… Continue reading Sidebar: Filmography of a bearded nerd with a beautiful wife