Gary Bettman thinks the Calgary Flames need a new arena in order for the city to thrive. Canadian entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary wants Albertan premier Rachel Notley to resign. And local businessman Brett Wilson thinks Uber should be allowed in Calgary. … Read the rest
By Jill Girgulis, January 21, 2016 —
Universities strive to be welcoming environments for their students. While the rest of the world is sometimes hesitant to acknowledge sensitive topics like sexuality or mental health, universities are often more open. And … Read the rest
By Melanie Woods, January 21, 2016 —
Education Minister David Eggen recently announced the provincial government’s new guidelines for LGBTQ students in the public school system. This document includes, among other items, pronoun usage, gender-neutral washrooms and the creation of … Read the rest
By Keean Bexte, January 21, 2016 —
Have you picked up your $130 transit sticker yet? If you are part of the 47 per cent of students who don’t use public transit as their preferred method of transportation, you might … Read the rest
A new year at the University of Calgary means a new year of scandals, unfinished construction projects and corporate shenanigans. This can feel overwhelming, but we at the Gauntlet are here to help. This article is a quick guide with … Read the rest
By Jason Herring, January 12, 2016 —
During my orientation week at the University of Calgary, I was given all the standard advice — how to build solid study habits, ways to get involved at school and how to find … Read the rest
By Sean Willett, January 12, 2016 —
Earlier this year, Alberta’s new NDP government announced that Castle, a large area of land in southwestern Alberta near Pincher Creek, would be protected under Alberta’s parks and wildlands system. Environmentalists were thrilled … Read the rest
By Andrew Kemle, January 12, 2016 —
The University of Calgary student body often seems oblivious to the pressing issues surrounding it. Debate and calls for change on both issues at home and abroad are rare.
But if students want … Read the rest
It’s time for Elizabeth Cannon to resign. Her five-year tenure as university president has been marred by a series of controversies, including a lawsuit with the Students’ Union, inappropriate relationships with oil companies and excessive administrative spending. Cannon needs to … Read the rest
By Jill Girgulis, December 1, 2015 —
University sounds so simple. A student makes it through high school. Check. They get accepted into a university. Check. They decide to pursue a degree that suits their interests and abilities. Check. They … Read the rest
