Across Canada, February is celebrated by advocacy and festivities that honour Black Canadians for Black History Month. The Government of Alberta officially proclaimed this month as Black History Month in January 2017 to not only acknowledge, but to thank the contributions that Black individuals have made to Alberta. In honour
On Jan. 18, Dr. Jyoti Gondek answered questions about her vision for the city in the University of Calgary’s first webinar of 2022. Gondek sat down for a conversation with Chancellor Deborah Yedlin about problems surrounding Calgarians today, including the economic decline of the city as a result of
Another year around the sun and the Gauntlet wants to welcome you back to yet another semester in pandemic uncertainty. While there is so much to be stressed about, there’s something to be said about starting fresh this 2022. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite songs to
A recent study titled “Experiences of Anti-Black Racism at the University of Calgary” aims to show Black representation on campus, while understanding Black people’s experiences. The Gauntlet had the opportunity to interview research lead, Dr. Patrina Duhaney, to gain further insight into her work. Duhaney — aside from her
The Q Centre at the University of Calgary is a place where the 2SLGBTQIA+ community can have a safe and comfortable place on campus to gather together. The centre on campus has a library and peer support, with coordinators and volunteers present to plan events and give out resources. The