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
By Keean Bexte, December 1, 2015 —
Freedom of association isn’t about politics. It’s about the freedom to choose which organizations, activities and points of view you join and support.
Right now, however, students in Alberta are legally required to … Read the rest
RE: U of C president admits mishandling of Enbridge sponsorship
According to president Elizabeth Cannon, lessons were learned during the Enbridge scandal. Changes were made in terms of agreements with third parties. In other words, it was worth it. We … Read the rest
RE: Student petitions target university administration
As members of the University of Calgary, we would like to express our support of president Cannon and appreciation for her commitment to supporting students.
We can speak to her work in supporting diversity, … Read the rest
The University of Calgary Board of Governors has launched an independent review into the creation of the Centre for Corporate Sustainability. The stated purpose of the review is to “determine whether there was any breach of university policies or procedures … Read the rest
