By Katie Hobday
“It attempts to give the university what our official view of blended learning is,” said Students’ Union Vice-President Academic Laura Schultz. “It clarifies the positives of blended learning and the concerns we feel students have. It reflects the positive and negative aspect of blended learning.” ‘Garrison believes this approach to teaching combines the strengths of… Continue reading Blended learning a mixed blessing
By Katie Hobday
It’s Sexual Health Awareness Week, which means it’s time to learn about the birds, the bees, and STD’s. And birth control. And responsible sexual behaviour. SHAW is an annual event run at Calgary post-secondary institutions for the past 11 years, and will be at the U of C Tue., Feb. 15. “We are a group… Continue reading Let’s talk about sex
By Katie Hobday
Students will have the opportunity to vote on lowering their Students’ Union fees. Following the December approval of a three-year strategic plan, the SU is holding a plebiscite in the upcoming election to reduce the amount of money they charge students. A yes vote could see students saving $0.50 per semester in fees next year.… Continue reading Fees plebiscite
By Katie Hobday
The University of Calgary Eco-Club accomplished an impressive task Tue., Jan. 25, filling the usually sparsely attended Students’ Legislative Council meeting with students concerned with environmental issues on campus. “We wanted to approach the Students’ Union as concerned students and make ourselves a presence,” Eco-Club president Stephanie Ferguson. “We want to go to SLC to… Continue reading Eco-challenge accepted by SU
By Katie Hobday
Talent Talent is one area in which the field hockey team is not deficient. The team was a mix of veterans and rookies, each with a great deal of individual skill. Two players, Elizabeth Allan and Clare Linton, were named to the Canada West All-Star team. Some players, such as Vanessa Kwan, played all over… Continue reading Report Card: Field Hockey
By Katie Hobday
The Dinos field hockey team ended their season on a high note. Their final tournament was played Oct. 22-24 in Victoria, with the team going 0-1-2. Bright moments of the weekend included a one-all draw against the number two University of Victoria Vikes on their home turf. “It was pretty satisfying, because we knew we… Continue reading R.I.P. Field Hockey
By Katie Hobday
The Dinos women’s field hockey team is getting better at losing. After three straight losses on home turf Oct. 8-10, the team is 0-6-0 for the season. While this doesn’t sound like the beginning of a great story, being a glass-half-full kind of girl, I prefer to put a positive spin on things. After a… Continue reading Winless wallowing
By Katie Hobday
The Students’ Union has big plans for lobbying all levels of government this upcoming school year, with a focus on the election-bound provincial politicians. "There has been a lot of strategic planning this summer," said SU Vice-President External Mike Bosch, who has worked closely with the Council of Alberta University Students, to get ready for… Continue reading SU to launch lobbying campaign
By Katie Hobday
A garden at the center of campus is the site of a bright memorial for Joah Atkinson and Brian Collins, two University of Calgary students killed last year in a tragic car accident on 32nd street. Mary Kelly, a U of C staff member and friend of the Collins family spearheaded the memorial.“I wanted to… Continue reading Memorial garden for late students
By Katie Hobday
Parking on campus and the U-Pass are the yin and yang of commuting to school: Two seemingly opposite concepts that somehow work well together. The demand for parking on campus was dramatically decreased by the implementation of the U-Pass. "In terms of the availability of parking, it’s been very positive," said University of Calgary Director… Continue reading U-Pass and parking, unlikely yet friendly bedfellows