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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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Andrew Buckley’s Hall of Fame induction: Celebrating a once-in-a-lifetime career

Andrew Buckley’s Hall of Fame induction: Celebrating a once-in-a-lifetime career

A shiny exoplanet was holding onto its enigmatic status, now it’s full steam ahead

A shiny exoplanet was holding onto its enigmatic status, now it’s full steam ahead

Album Review: Janelle Monáe’s The Age of Pleasure

Album Review: Janelle Monáe’s The Age of Pleasure

The spectacular triumph of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

The spectacular triumph of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Unhealthy obsessions with K-pop

Unhealthy obsessions with K-pop

U of C awarded $125 million, the largest research grant in its history

U of C awarded $125 million, the largest research grant in its history

U of C hosts multiple events to honour Indigenous History Month

U of C hosts multiple events to honour Indigenous History Month

New undergrad badge program inspires research involvement among students

New undergrad badge program inspires research involvement among students

U of C researchers investigate: Are female bones more likely to crack under pressure?

U of C researchers investigate: Are female bones more likely to crack under pressure?

June is brain injury awareness month

June is brain injury awareness month

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