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Documents show proposed new tuition framework for Alberta’s students

Documents show proposed new tuition framework for Alberta’s students

Proposed tuition framework presented to student leaders in late August, may have considerable impact on arts education here in Alberta.

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How AI is changing the workplace
Research

How AI is changing the workplace

Statistics Canada data shows more than one-third of Canadian workers are using generative AI.

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Need a hand? Your guide to student services

Need a hand? Your guide to student services

Here’s where to turn when you need support during your time at U of C.

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Defining a Calgarian

Defining a Calgarian

Beyond birthplace: Calgarians reflect on what it means to belong.

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Leaving the free fare zone?

Leaving the free fare zone?

With the debate over the free fare zone’s future continuing, there are raising concerns about the fate of this staple downtown program.

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The debate over Alberta’s future begins
News

The debate over Alberta’s future begins

On July 9, Western Standard hosted a debate on Alberta’s independence at the Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre. This comes at a contentious time, as Albertans prepare to vote on a nine question referendum slated for Oct. 19. Among the nine questions, one  will ask if the government of

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The Weight of the Road
Sports

The Weight of the Road

The record-breaking Tour Alberta for Cancer shows how shared physical exertion can build community.

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University of Calgary not allowed at Pride 2026
Campus News

University of Calgary not allowed at Pride 2026

Updated: This story has been updated to include a statement given to the Gauntlet by Calgary Pride at 2:32 p.m. Messages obtained by the Gauntlet show that the University of Calgary has been asked by Calgary Pride not to march in the August 2026 pride parade.  However, individual

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Documents show proposed new tuition framework for Alberta’s students

Proposed tuition framework presented to student leaders in late August, may have considerable impact on arts education here in Alberta.

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Who speaks for students? Know your Students’ Union

Get to know the student leaders who represent undergraduates and shape decisions impacting the student experience.

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Why student journalism (still) matters

Despite everything, journalism still matters, particularly on a commuter campus.

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U of C engineers work to make AI more accessible for all

Dr. Ioannou discusses AI research at the university and how students can get involved

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End of the hunch

AI-driven betting platforms transform sports spectating into a data-rich exercise of fiscal peril.

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How AI is changing the workplace

Statistics Canada data shows more than one-third of Canadian workers are using generative AI.

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Can AI be your therapist?

AI chatbots could help students navigate mental health, but they aren’t a replacement for people.

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Journey through your mind at Mirror Mirror

Journey through your mind at Mirror Mirror

Social media activism and political participation

Social media activism and political participation

James Arthur’s Bitter Sweet Love leaves a bitter taste of disappointment

James Arthur’s Bitter Sweet Love leaves a bitter taste of disappointment

Urgent action needed for conservation of freshwater, a finite resource

Urgent action needed for conservation of freshwater, a finite resource

Calgary Hidden Gems: Slow Burn Books

Calgary Hidden Gems: Slow Burn Books

Vaulting through time: Oksana Chusovitina's enduring legacy

Vaulting through time: Oksana Chusovitina's enduring legacy

Rock the Nation returns to showcase Canadian music and history

Rock the Nation returns to showcase Canadian music and history

Can desired gender-affirming care wait until adulthood?

Can desired gender-affirming care wait until adulthood?

Women's wrestling coach Mitch Ostberg named Canada West's coach of the year

Women's wrestling coach Mitch Ostberg named Canada West's coach of the year

Beautiful Man flips the script on gender roles

Beautiful Man flips the script on gender roles

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