By Tyler Harris
The University of Calgary is attempting to be named one of the top five research universities in Canada by 2016 as part of their strategic plan called Eyes High, but what measures to use for evaluation have yet to be decided. The document was developed over eight months and over 4,000 students, faculty and community… Continue reading How the U of C stacks up
By Tyler Harris
Have you had a problem with marijuana use in the past? A PhD candidate in the University of Calgary psychology department is conducting research into recovery from marijuana dependence. “We’re looking at an investigation into the recovery process from cannabis use disorders,” said lead researcher Jonathan Stea. “We’re trying to recruit individuals who live in… Continue reading Cannabis addiction research at U of C
By Amanda Hu
The Jack Simpson Gym was buzzing as the University of Calgary Dinos men’s basketball team led the charge against some unusual opponents Labour Day weekend. The basketsaurs faced off against two NCAA Division I teams, the Creighton Bluejays and the Weber State Wildcats, in three games during the second annual Battle of the Border Sep.… Continue reading The Dinos be ballin’, straight up
Remember when you were a kid and you used to cover your eyes during scary movies? Remember how you would always leave some space between your fingers on the off chance it all worked out in the end? When you were a kid, the good guys always won. Sadly, movies are only movies and life… Continue reading Hard luck on the hardcourt