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 Julieanne Acosta, May 23 2023— Running with the newly-formed Solidarity Movement of Alberta (SM) party, Kent Liang is another candidate for the Calgary–Varsity constituency. Some of the political party’s points — such as the ending of gun grabs, net zero, photo radars and digital identification surveillance — are
By Eula Mengullo, May 23 2023— Dr. Luanne Metz is an MLA candidate with the Alberta New Democratic Party for the Calgary–Varsity division. She did not respond to an interview request with the Gauntlet, but based on her platform and social media, this is what constituents can expect from
By Nazeefa Ahmed, May 23 2023— Candidate Oaklen Davidsen did not respond to the Gauntlet’s request for an interview, so here is what students can expect solely based on the platform of the Wildrose Party Coalition (WPC). The WPC platform points focus on truth, trust, and taxes. They intend
By Eula Mengullo, May 23 2023— Jason Copping is a current Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the United Conservative Party (UCP) representing the Calgary-Varsity division. Having served as an MLA since 2019, Copping is confident in his ability to be receptive to student concerns, highlighting his achievements
By Eula Mengullo, May 20 2023— A provincial leaders debate was hosted on May 18 in anticipation of the provincial elections happening on May 29. United Conservative Party (UCP) leader Danielle Smith and New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Rachel Notley took turns answering questions and engaging in an open debate
By Pam Smith, May 20 2023— Last week I went to the mall with my best friend and she stopped by a vintage shop — as she walked in, she said she needed to get a gift for her mother. My face couldn't help but slip into confusion — for
By Julieanne Acosta, May 19 2023— As of May 19, 494 wildfires have occurred this year in Alberta — 94 of which are currently active. As the numbers continue to rise, the province has declared a state of emergency to ensure the safety of Albertans. The Emergency Management Act allows the
By Nazeefa Ahmed, May 19 2023— On May 29, Albertans will hit the polls and vote for their next government. The Angus Reid Institute believes the election results will be heavily swayed by young voter turnout. “The UCP holds a distinct demographic advantage. Its support is concentrated among those over
By Malea Nguyen, May 17 2023— wave to earth released their first album towards the end of April and listening to it has been the best form of self-care that I’ve experienced in a while. Based in Seoul, wave to earth is an indie-pop band that produces
By Zarwareen Khan, May 17 2023— Pet dogs are prevalent across many parts of the world, such as the U.S., which has the largest population. The Gauntlet interviewed Abinaya Venkatesan, a Ph.D. candidate with Dr. John Gilead at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, who has studied drug-resistance