Elaine Liang is the News Editor for Vol. 66. She previously served as the Beat Reporter and the SLC News Assistant. Powered by an unhealthy amount of coffee, she's currently working on her thesis in the Honours Neuroscience program.
To kick off the 2026 Students’ Union (SU) General Election forums, uncontested Vice President Academic (VPA) candidate Zoe Zeritsch presented her goals in prioritizing students’ academics and wellbeing. The three pillars of Zeritsch’s platform are improving learning environments, tackling program transparency and improving access to experiential learning opportunities. Zertisch’
As of Feb. 2, 2026, parents and guardians can access their child’s health records online up until they turn 18. Previously, parents and guardians were only able to gain proxy access for their children aged 12 and under through a healthcare provider. The Government of Alberta stated that having
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra’s (CPO) It Takes Two astonished audiences on Jan. 24 when it presented a musical collaboration not only between soloist and ensemble, but across generations of musicians. Joined by solo cellist Luka Coetzee and the Calgary Youth Orchestra (CYO); the CPO, conducted by Fawzi Haimor, brought
The Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) met on Feb. 3 to discuss the renewal process within the Department of Classics and Religion (CLARE) for the upcoming General Faculties Council (GFC) meeting, the academic advising offices and the appointments of Review Board members. Arts renewal to be discussed at GFC VP Academic
From 2026 to 2028, Canada will be tightening immigration rules and accepting fewer new residents, temporary workers and international students. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the federal government is aiming to gradually reduce overall immigration targets over the three-year period. The IRCC has committed to reducing
On Jan. 20, the Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) discussed and voted upon the approval of the reappointments of the Review Board and Tribunal Members, and whether SLC will take a supportive stance on the Mac Hall expansion referendum to be held during the 2026 Students’ Union (SU) General Election. “The
Students-At-Large representatives Lujaina Eldelebshany, Laiba Nasir and Amber Quo met with the Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) on Jan. 13 to provide post-meeting reports from the Board of Governors meeting on Dec. 12 and the Senate meeting on Dec. 3. Board of Governors Student-At-Large Representative Eldelebshany
The Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) met on Nov. 18 to discuss the results of the Macewan Hall expansion survey, future plans for the building, and the fees that students might be paying. The Mac Hall expansion survey was opened to undergraduate students from Aug. 15 to Sept. 26 as an
The University of Calgary’s Tuition and Fees Consultation Committee (TFCC) met with the Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) on Nov. 4 to share the final tuition and fees proposal, as well as new student resources and updates on the university’s reviews and initiatives. Updates were presented by TFCC members:
As Halloween approaches, the University of Calgary community is preparing for a week of costumes, themed events, and parties both on and off campus. While Halloween is an exciting highlight of the fall term for many students, campus staff are reminding everyone to celebrate responsibly and prioritize safety. Although there