By Lady Marmalade, January 31 2017 —
For many people, sex and physical intimacy are important aspects of a relationship. The ability to get close, release tension and have fun can be positive and bond-strengthening. For some, sex might … Read the rest
Campus traditions make undergraduate degrees bearable and elicit the value in campus community. But a University of Calgary Students’ Union policy change puts this sense of community in jeopardy.
Previously, if clubs were to use the Den for cabarets or … Read the rest
By Derek Baker, January 24 2017 —
The University of Calgary Students’ Union is a democratic organization, as described in their bylaws. Motions, policies and resolutions are voted upon by council members during meetings. The legitimacy of a democratically run … Read the rest
By Jesse Stilwell, January 24 2017 —
In response to increased discussions on mental health, the Werklund School of Education will now offer a mandatory course on wellness. Other faculties should consider adopting this initiative.
According to the Centre for … Read the rest
By Emma Gammans, January 24 2017 —
Starting school in September holds a certain thrill. In a few months over the summer, students come to romanticize the smell of textbooks and tedious PowerPoint presentations. We miss our friends, our classes … Read the rest
By Saima Asad, January 24 2017 —
Many Calgarians grew up hearing glamorous stories about when the Winter Olympics were held on home ice in 1988. Now, we may have the chance to experience that wonder in our own lifetimes. … Read the rest
By Fabian Mayer, January 20 2017 —
Alberta’s next planned provincial election is still over two years away, but the battle lines are already being drawn.
Jason Kenney’s Progressive Conservative party leadership bid appears to be on track. He is … Read the rest
From 2012–2016, the University of Calgary cut $2,140,558 in academic resources from its collections, with another $1.5 million cut in the 2016–17 fiscal year. This means that valuable resources for both faculty and students from journals like Taylor & Francis … Read the rest
By Melanie Woods, January 17 2017 —
On Jan. 9, the University of Calgary opened up its sexual violence policy for consultation. The document is intended to provide a framework on campus for reporting and investigating sexual violence cases. The … Read the rest
