By Emily Senger
The Students’ Union’s landlord is looking to raise the rent. Campus Infrastructure wants to increase the occupancy fees in MacEwan Students’ Centre to combat rising utilities costs. Since the SU acts as manager of MSC, they would be responsible for meeting the costs of this proposed increase. “We’ve received a decrease in services but they’re… Continue reading U of C wants to raise rent
By Natalie Sit
Despite two discussions, the Students’ Union has not determined whether to stay with their current federal lobby group or not. However, student councilors have indicated a decision may be reached at their next meeting, one in favour of continuing membership. A question to council from former SU Vice-President External Oliver Bladek suggested a majority of… Continue reading Closer to CASA decision
By Natalie Sit
The Students’ Union is again debating whether or not to stay with a federal lobby group. "I had a campaign promise to review our lobby groups, especially the federal one," said SU Vice-President External Lauren Batiuk. During the Tue., Jan. 20 Student Legislative Council meeting, SU VP Operations and Finance Gavin Preston said he believed… Continue reading Is CASA worth students’ money?
Do you ever find yourself in class daydreaming about all the magnificent resources the University of Calgary has to offer? No? Perhaps you simply aren’t aware of the various services that exist on campus. This is where Academic Festivus comes into play. Previously known as Academic Awareness Week, the event brings assorted clubs and academic… Continue reading Aware of academics
On Tue., Nov. 23, Students’ Union Vice-President Operations and Finance Gavin Preston said there would not be space for a women’s center in MacEwan Student Centre, but it would not mean the proposed resources could not be offered elsewhere. “Basically, it’s an issue of how we dedicate space,” said Preston. “After having not given space… Continue reading Preston sees alternative to women’s centre
By James Keller
With less than one month until the University of Calgary Board of Governors is expected to raise tuition, a visible shift can be seen in how the Students’ Union is putting up a fight.Unlike previous years, with protests, tent cities and other student-focused activities, the SU is opting to focus on the local community and… Continue reading SU changes tactics
By Emily Senger
Students can sleep safely this week, the Students’ Union’s supply of free condoms has been replenished.Students looking to get lucky last week with the aid of a free condom from the SU may have noticed an empty fish bowl and a sign asking students to donate money to the Campus Food Bank. Contrary to popular… Continue reading Sex is safe again
By James Keller
After months of debating the merits of research and inquiry based learning, and struggling to define “quality,” the Students Academic Assembly invited the university president to the table.At the Mon., Oct. 27 meeting of the SAA, University of Calgary President Dr. Harvey Weingarten addressed faculty representatives about ideas of quality and instruction at the U… Continue reading Harvey and the SAA
By Natalie Sit
A proposed women’s centre received tentative support from the Students’ Union.Desiree Kopp spoke on behalf of the Campus Women Resource Centre at the Tue., Oct. 21 Students’ Legislative Council meeting. In a non-binding vote, 12 councillors supported a women’s centre in MacEwan Student Centre. "It’s a clear indication to [SU Vice-President Operations and Finance] Gavin… Continue reading SU debates women’s centre
By Natalie Sit
The stage looked empty at the Mon., Oct. 20 Academic Commissioner by-election forum. Of the 12 chairs, only three were filled by candidates. Officiated by Students’ Union Vice-President Events Richard Bergen, the three hopefuls were mainly quizzed by SU members. One question was how science research will help the University of Calgary’s rankings. "I don’t… Continue reading SU Academic forum