Viancy Salubre is the Digital Editor for Vol. 66, and a recent graduate of the Print & Online Journalism program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Her editorial work can be seen in TheScene, Avenue and Create Calgary.
By Maggie Hsu, July 13 2024— Rodeo, a sport deeply rooted in the ranching traditions of North America, has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. What began as demonstrations of everyday ranching skills to pass the time during the early years of the agricultural industry has developed
By Kimberly Taylor, July 11 2024— The Faculty of Science at University of Calgary launched their new strategic plan, Get Science Done, on May 22. Under the leadership of the new dean for the Faculty of Science – Dr. Kristin Baetz – an internal task team went through a nearly two year
By Dianne Miranda, July 11 2024— With the quick unexpected responses in the dialogue effortlessly delivered by Megan Stalter, no one can really anticipate when and what scene will produce the bursts of laughter from the audience when watching Hannah Pearl Utt’s Cora Bora. Cora Bora is a comedy-
By Ansharah Shakil, Nazeefa Ahmed, July 10 2024— On June 21, Sled Island hosted a variety of conference panels that aimed to educate artists and creators on succeeding in the business. Self marketing, tax management and harm reduction panels included speakers from industry and mentors who provided advice to up-
By Vama Saini, July 9 2024— An SLC meeting took place on June 25 and discussed the Libraries and Cultural Resources (LCR) consultation and the June 14 Board of Governors Meeting post-report. Christie Hurrell, Acting Associate University Librarian for Collections, Content Services & Research Support, and Nadine Hoffman, Director
By Ansharah Shakil, July 8 2024— The 26th Annual Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival, Calgary’s longest-running queer film festival with a rich and valuable history, took place this year from June 27 to June 30 at The Grand downtown. Presented by the Calgary Queer Arts Society, it presented
By Reyam Jamaleddine, July 8 2024— On June 5, 2024, the Bearspaw south feeder main ruptured. This critical pipe is responsible for transporting roughly 60 percent of the city of Calgary’s treated water supply from the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant. The 11 km long feeder main transfers water to
By Kimberly Taylor, July 8 2024— On July 7 and 8, the Calgary Stampede Powwow will be held from 1–6 p.m. in the Saddledome. The powwow will feature Indigenous dancers from all over Turtle Island (North America) competing in eight styles of dance including Chicken, Grass, Fancy, Jingle,
By Maggie Hsu, July 8 2024— The rodeo, parade, midway rides and fried foods are the things that are most commonly associated with the Calgary Stampede. However, several lesser-known attractions embody the culture and energy of the Stampede. Let’s explore the diverse offerings that make the Calgary Stampede
By Julianna Keskic, July 5 2024— On July 10 from 12–2 p.m. the Centre for Career and Personal Development (CCPD) Life Design Hub will be hosting their Saddle Up for Success event. Students can grab a two dollar soup provided by the Campus Food Hub or a complimentary