By haisimard
Month: September 2001
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Reaction on Campus
p>Credits: Concept and Layout by Kris Kotarski, Michael Leung, Ruth Davenport and Lawrence Bailey. U of C photos by Вen Li, Kris Kotarski, Lawrence Bailey and Aaron Whitfield. Many thanks to the Columbia Spectator in New York and the George Washington Hatchet in Washington. Background photo courtesy Shawn Choy/The Columbian Spectator, New York
New President Dr. Harvey Weingarten has some changes in mind
By Nicole Kobie
This year at the University of Calgary started with many changes–thousands of new students, new faculty, new buildings and a new Den. Don’t, however, expect to see new university President Harvey Weingarten boozing it up in Old MacEwan Hall. At the start of our interview, we asked if we could treat the smiley, approachable 45-year-old… Continue reading New President Dr. Harvey Weingarten has some changes in mind
Pesky boys out of the question
By Natalie Sit
Ovaries do not prevent females from being competent computer programmers. However, this fall, “a section [of Computer Programming 20] for females only may be offered if there are sufficient numbers.” This quote is straight from the Calgary Board of Education’s registration and course information guide for high schools. As well, if there is sufficient need,… Continue reading Pesky boys out of the question
Hands tied and mouths wide open
Last week, the animal activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals announced the launch of a new ad campaign that will likely give more than a few people cause for thought.The new campaign features a message to the effect that we might as well go ahead and eat the whales in order to… Continue reading Hands tied and mouths wide open
Do you give a flying rat’s ass?
Is there something about this campus that really bugs you? Do you have a social conscience and want to do a little resumé padding at the same time? The Students’ Union needs a number of students to sit on a variety of committees–we’re talking everything from recycling and sexual harassment on campus to parking appeals… Continue reading Do you give a flying rat’s ass?
New Den has lost its old cachet
Has anyone noticed how the new Den is suddenly a haven for all the “pretty” people that shop at Le Chateau? I’m all for progress and moving with the times, but I didn’t know I had to make a stop at “Le Crapeau” to pick up stilettos so I could make my way to the… Continue reading New Den has lost its old cachet
Strange bedfellows
By Andrew Ross
Earlier this week, I heard a little something on the radio which once again confirmed a little theory of mine. It was a news update. Directly after mentioning Prime Minister Chrétien will not be cutting taxes this year, it went on to say Premier Ralph Klein will not either. Coincidence, you say? I disagree.You see,… Continue reading Strange bedfellows
Amie Wright Safewalk Coordinator 2000/01
By Amie Wright
Editor, the Gauntlet, My letter concerns the Aug. 9 article about the new Safewalk Coordinator, Andrew Rondeau. The individual chosen to be Safewalk Coordinator must be mature, innovative and trustworthy as the Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects of the Safewalk program. Andrew was chosen for these reasons. Though I do not believe it… Continue reading Amie Wright Safewalk Coordinator 2000/01