By Vama Saini, December 8 2024—
The final Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) meeting for the semester took place last week. Key topics ranged from the upcoming Board of Governors meeting to significant policy concerns and upcoming student leadership events.
Siraaj … Read the rest
By Reyam Jamaleddine, December 2 2024—
The holiday season is characterized by joyfulness and celebration but for some, this season is the inverse and can be especially challenging for university students. The festive season offers relief from a semester-long academic … Read the rest
By Malia Jolly, October 27 2024—
The federal government’s recent decision to reduce international student visas by 10 per cent sparked concern across Canadian universities. While the changes may not affect enrollment directly, questions linger about tuition hikes, funding cuts … Read the rest
By Megan Marr, October 17 2024—
In an effort to help combat food insecurity, the University of Calgary has officially opened the Affordable Market, which offers students fresh, budget-friendly groceries right on campus.
Located in Crowsnest Hall, the Affordable Market … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, October 12 2024—
The University of Calgary is in the midst of its annual consultation process regarding proposed increases in tuition and mandatory non-instructional fees (MNIFs) for the 2025-26 academic year. The current proposals suggest a two … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, October 9 2024—
Alberta post-secondary students are grappling with significant delays in processing student aid applications, creating financial uncertainty as they begin the new academic year. A record number of applications has overwhelmed the system, prompting widespread … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, October 8 2024—
The Students’ Union (SU) is the official student government at the university, representing and advocating for undergraduate students. The highest governing body of the SU is the Students’ Legislative Council (SLC), which is empowered … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, Daman Singh and Nazeefa Ahmed, October 6 2024—
The University of Calgary’s Students’ Union (SU) is holding a by-election from Oct. 8-10 to fill vacant Student Legislative Council (SLC) positions and vote on changes to the SU … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, October 6 2024—
Siena Yee
Siena Yee, a third-year education student, is running for Werklund School of Education representative in the 2024 SU by-election. Her platform centers on effective communication, advocating for actionable change and being an … Read the rest
By Vama Saini, October 6 2024—
Danielle Barry
Danielle Barry, a third-year doctor of veterinary medicine student, is running for Faculty of Veterinary Medicine representative in the upcoming by-election. Originally from Treaty 6 Territory and a member of the Sandy … Read the rest
