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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
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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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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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Calgary Public Library’s “AI Collaborative Artist” residency generates heated discussions

Creatives speak on the drawbacks and potential of generative AI usage

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Concerns raised for current University AI policy

SU and GSA representatives speak on strength of campus AI policies and outline responsible usage.

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Decoding Alberta’s AI data centres

Communities have raised concerns about water resources, the energy grid and noise pollution.

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AI, the new personal trainer

AI might be a convenient replacement for true fitness coaching, but is it effective?

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A cautionary case against generative AI

AI has made a place for itself in our world, and while many users believe it optimizes their lives; some uses of the technology may be more damaging than they seem.

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AI is here, now what?

AI is a powerful tool that can expand what’s possible for humans. However, we must decide what that looks like.

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Navigating AI jargon and its purpose

AI terms defined and how it reframes its use in everyday life.

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Media organizations fight for protection with Anti-SLAPP Legislation

Albertans are proposing an Anti-SLAPP Legislation to protect journalists and media as Alberta’s socio-political environment enters a “post-truth” era.

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My story with boxing

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Calgarian votes will be decisive in this provincial election

Calgarian votes will be decisive in this provincial election

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Mihret’s Podcast Picks: Silly fun to end the semester with a bang

Dive into local shorts with Pool Party

Dive into local shorts with Pool Party

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Teenage Dick premieres in Calgary

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Exhibition review: After Holbein: Turkish Carpets and the Tudors at the Nickle Galleries

Review: Shadow and Bone season two

Review: Shadow and Bone season two

Bänoo Zan’s upcoming Calgary performance explores intersections and identity in poetry

Bänoo Zan’s upcoming Calgary performance explores intersections and identity in poetry

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