By Scott Strasser, September 5 2016 —
A University of Calgary student initiative to address mental health awareness became a not-for-profit organization this May, paving the way for the group’s expansion.
Outrun the Stigma was created in 2013 by the … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, September 5 2016 —
Nearly 2,000 new and returning students moved into residence at the University of Calgary on September 4.
The annual move-in day saw approximately 850 first-year students settle into their new homes on campus … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, September 4 2016 —
Chilly weather and overcast skies did nothing to dissuade thousands from attending the Calgary Pride Parade on September 4.
The annual parade is the signature event of Calgary Pride, an 11-day celebration of … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, September 1 2016 —
University of Calgary students participating in group study abroad programs will have to shell out less cash to travel the world from now on.
The U of C’s Tuition and Fee Consultation Committee … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, August 30 2016 —
With Calgary Pride Week in full swing, various University of Calgary groups are gearing up to participate in this year’s Pride Parade on September 4.
This year, nine U of C faculties and … Read the rest
X-Fest is an alt rock music festival that bloomed out of Edmonton’s Sonic Boom festival. With past headliners like the Arctic Monkeys, Blink-182 and Jack White, the festival has built a reputation as an opportunity for Calgarians to see current … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, August 30 2016 —
On a grassy field nestled between Scurfield Hall and the Biological Sciences building lies the University Child Care Centre, a quaint building that has become a mainstay in the history of the University … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, August 30 2016 —
Orientation Week, a rite of passage for incoming University of Calgary students, takes place this year from September 6–9.
Often called O-Week, the annual event includes social events, workshops and transition programming for … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, August 30 2016 —
Students’ Legislative Council voted unanimously in favour of a resolution to increase the Students’ Union’s “MacHall defence fund” by $350,000 on August 30.
The resolution required two approvals before being passed, as per … Read the rest
By Scott Strasser, August 29 2016 —
An international conference addressing child abuse and its prevention took place at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre from August 28–31.
Hosted by the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Social Work, the Congress of … Read the rest
