Butler called to the big league

By Taylor McKee

It was a special night for University of Calgary Dinos goaltender Dustin Butler. The Vancouver Canucks played the Calgary Flames on April 10, a game without major playoff implications for either team with the Canucks firmly secured in a playoff position and the Flames attempting to finish their season with pride. However, there was one… Continue reading Butler called to the big league

Research Profile: Boredom is good for you

By Angelica Nancoo

Boredom can be seen, felt, and heard throughout the university. The expressionless faces on students in the halls, the slouchy classmates hunched over desks, and the sighs and yawns that bounce around faculty offices. However, University of Calgary Greek and Roman Studies professor Peter Toohey has brought mindfulness to boredom, causing much excitement in the… Continue reading Research Profile: Boredom is good for you

Peace walk to remember apology

By John Hampson

The Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary is hosting their fourth annual Truth and Reconciliation Peace Walk. Four years ago, on June 11 Prime Minister Stephen Harper made a historical statement of apology in the House of Commons towards Aboriginal Canadians. The apology was for the abuse that many Aboriginals endured in residential schools for over… Continue reading Peace walk to remember apology