The University of Calgary’s Students’ Union (SU), in partnership with the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) and the Students’ Association of Mount Royal University (SAMRU), shared the “2025 Pre-Budget document” with the UCP government. The document, submitted in September 2024, provides six policy recommendations for the government to consider
On Nov. 4, private consulting firm MNP released their Crisis Management Team (CMT) Review of the University of Calgary’s response to the May 9 student encampment. With the aim of assessing the actions and decision-making of the CMT, the firm concluded that the response was “comprehensive” in addition
ANSHARAH: ARTS & SCIENCE EDITOR BRAT by Charli xcx With BRAT, Charli xcx’s discography has spawned expansively to become something completely distinct and absolutely iconic. BRAT has often been followed by the word “summer”, but the album didn’t just have its moment in time — its moment is unlikely
The city of Calgary’s living wage for 2024 is calculated to be $24.45 per hour, according to a recent report by Vibrant Communities Calgary (VCC). The calculated living wage is 63 per cent higher than Alberta's adult minimum wage. The living wage represents the hourly wage
The University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering has reached new heights — literally — with its student-led rocket club, SOAR, which is breaking barriers in the field of amateur rocket science. With a focus on hybrid rockets, the team is pushing the limits of aerospace technology and aims to
The Oct. 29 Student Legislative Council (SLC) was focused on continuing discussions surrounding the tuition and fees consultation process. The discussion began with a presentation by Provost and Vice President Acadmic Dr. Sandra Davidson and Deputy Provost Dr. Robin Yates, members of the Tuition and Fees Consultation Committee (TFCC). Vice
The Scotia Place Event Centre has been green-lit to break ground. This marks the next phase of Calgary’s Greater Downtown Plan and introduces the latest addition to the Calgary Event Centre Block, following the recent opening of the BMO Centre. The emerging culture and entertainment district has become
The University of Calgary’s Students’ Union (SU) is holding a by-election from Oct. 8-10 to fill vacant Student Legislative Council (SLC) positions and vote on changes to the SU fee structure. The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Werklund School of Education candidates running this elections are filling
For many students, attending post-secondary means there are many financial-firsts: first job, first car, first student loan application. With all this money, some may try to spend it as if there are no strings attached. But while eating out everyday and buying “premium air” for your car feels
On Aug. 3, playwright, actress and University of Calgary alumni Alexa McGinn performed her solo show Celexia at the Fellowship Hall in Lantern Church for the Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival. In the heart of Inglewood, McGinn shared her love for words through a captivating story that left audiences reflecting on