Gauntlet - About: James Keller

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A normally bashful Li lets loose to “Bohemian Rhapsody”.
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2003-09-04 - Supplement
A normally bashful Li lets loose to “Bohemian Rhapsody”.

Story:
A karaoke mission

Kubik uncovers hidden talents on the mic during a heart-felt duet.
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2003-09-04 - Supplement
Kubik uncovers hidden talents on the mic during a heart-felt duet.

Story:
A karaoke mission

Sarah Harmer plays. Folk Fest patrons listen. Excellent. (Click for larger image.)

2003-08-07 - Entertainment
Sarah Harmer plays. Folk Fest patrons listen. Excellent.

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An interview with Sarah Harmer
We interview Sarah Harmer

Blue Rodeo lead singer Jim Cuddy stirs the crowd in a Sunday afternoon performance, backed by the Bushwack Horns. (Click for larger image.)

2003-07-31 - Features
Blue Rodeo lead singer Jim Cuddy stirs the crowd in a Sunday afternoon performance, backed by the Bushwack Horns.

Story:
Folk Fest - Day by Day
Sunday

The beautiful Sarah Harmer woos a sold-out crowd during a Sunday evening mainstage performance. (Click for larger image.)

2003-07-31 - Features
The beautiful Sarah Harmer woos a sold-out crowd during a Sunday evening mainstage performance.

Story:
Folk Fest - Day by Day
Sunday

Hundreds of “mature” festival-goers stampede onto the field in the running of the tarps, fighting for a prime spot in front of the mainstage. (Click for larger image.)

2003-07-31 - Features
Hundreds of “mature” festival-goers stampede onto the field in the running of the tarps, fighting for a prime spot in front of the mainstage.

Story:
Folk Fest
The folk cure-all

Please note, the relative increase in price of the Happy Plate. Will your children be able to afford happiness? (Click for larger image.)

2003-03-20 - AP
Please note, the relative increase in price of the Happy Plate. Will your children be able to afford happiness?

Story:
The true price of happiness
What will you eat for lunch today?

2003-01-23 - Entertainment

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Subverting our branded world
Jill Sharpe explores a lesser-known form of activism

Stories

Pioneering myths of struggle
As the province nears its centennial, we place one of its central cultural images under the microscope . . .
2004-04-15 - James Keller

The Albertan pioneer is a complex character. Independent and resourceful, he trekked west in hopes of finding promise and prosperity. When he arrived (make no mistake, he is unequivocally male), he was instead met with a host of struggles, from the infertile land to a harsh climate.

In the end, he overcame. He won.
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A job well done, if only she let us know about it
VP External
2004-04-15 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

SU Reviews - The VP External should be one of two faces, along with the president, of the Students' Union in the community. Representing University of Calgary students to local, provincial and federal governments and organizations is a primary responsibility. In addition, the VP External is required to effectively communicate with students and external entities about the objectives of the SU.
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Passion critics misguided
The Passion of the Christ marred by gimmicks
2004-03-04 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

Column - It's been unfortunately easy to fall for the hype surrounding The Passion of the Christ this past week, and this is to say nothing of the excessive violence, alleged anti-Semitism and anticipated public outcry surrounding Mel Gibson's depiction of Jesus Christ's final hours.

The hype I'm referring to is the reaction from the media in the form of editorials and reviews, the vast majority of which have been harshly critical and staunchly negative. The Globe and Mail's Rick Groen gave the film one single star, attacking it for not questioning Christ's divinity or character. An editorial in the next day's paper complained of "pornography of violence." On CBC's The Current, a commentator lambasted the film for glossing over the background of Christ's life (the film begins immediately following the Last Supper and ends just prior to the resurrection).
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Barski taking SU election to review board
Petition alleges anomalies in online voting system
2004-03-04 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

The Students' Union Review Board will hear a petition regarding the SU General Election, filed by failed presidential candidate Phil Barski.

On the afternoon of Wed., Mar. 3, the review board, the judicial body that oversees the SU, released a notice announcing a public hearing will be held Thu., Mar. 18, 2004. The petition, posted on the window of the SU offices, was filed by Barski on behalf of himself and 14 other members of Barski's Cabinet.
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West victorious as president
2004-02-26 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

SU Elections - A MacEwan Student Centre meeting room erupted in cheers Fri., Feb. 13 as Bryan West was named Students' Union President for the coming year.

Chief Returning Officer Shuvaloy Majumdar left the results of the presidential race until last, slowly reading off the names and totals of the bottom four candidates as they scrolled down a screen. With only West and Phil Barski of Barski's Cabinet remaining, Majumdar revealed both names to show West on top with 1,669 votes. Barski finished a close second with 1,460 votes.
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Ballots - James Keller
2004-02-05 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

President: Bryan West

With no phenomenal candidates in this year's election, West comes out far ahead of a list of unprepared and unqualified opponents.
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Fidgital
2004-01-22 - James Keller

Spun - Fidgital certainly runs the risk of coming a little late to the world of pop-electronica, following countless catchy, disco-inspired, electronic outfits like the army of artists on the Naked Music label. Condo Life aims to offer something new, and thankfully succeeds.

Fidgital's second full-length release is full of catchy vocals, interesting samples and smooth house beats, all of which save them from fading into an already crowded genre. The mood varies throughout, with the album's title track full of hooks and down-tempo rhythms, while others, like "The Lobby," are far more percussive. There's also healthy samples of jazz, funk and hip hop thrown in for good measure.
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Spellbound
2004-01-15 - James Keller

Best of 2003 - In America, spelling is a cutthroat game. A missing vowel, an extra consonant or, heaven forbid, a Canadian spelling could mean the difference between victory and heartache. And in the end, all but one will make a mistake.

Spellbound captures the journey of a handful of American grade school children on their way to the National Spelling Bee, and the result is a clever, insightful and heartwarming look into not only the competition, but also into the lives of the competitors involved. Whether it's Harry's hyperactive demeanor or Ashley's soulful 12-year-old optimism, the characters are easy to relate to and impossible to dislike.
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Board approves 4. 8 per cent tuition increase
Board member Rod Love voted against increase with students
2003-12-15 - James Keller, Gauntlet Staff

Tuition - The University of Calgary Board of Governors approved a 4.8 per cent tuition increase Fri., Dec. 5 meaning students will pay $8.4 million more in tuition next year.

Both student presentations, by Students' Union President Jayna Gilchrist and Graduate Students' Association President Jeff LaFrenz, urged the board to reject the increase and instead send a message to the provincial government the post secondary system in Alberta needs to be fixed.
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A long list of losers
Another year of tuition hikes leaves only the province on top
2003-12-04 - James Keller, Gauntlet Columnist

Column - I am writing in the week before the University of Calgary Board of Governors meets to decide what tuition will cost next September. What's more, this piece will be published a day before the decision is made, sitting on the stands for over a month.

Still, I'm going to make a prediction, deadlines be damned: tuition will rise, and the increase will be exactly 4.8 per cent. If I'm wrong, I suppose I'll owe some apologies and correction in our next issue, but I'm not worried. It's inevitable.
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