The end is near for construction on the second floor of MacEwan Hall. Originally set to open at the beginning of the academic year, the space will not be complete until October.Students’ Union Vice-President Operations and Finance Robbie White did not expect this most recent expansion-related delay."My understanding was it would be set up for… Continue reading MacEwan Hall nears completion
Month: July 2002
U-Pass on its way
The U-Pass is well on the way. From mid-August on, students will be able to get their pass, which will be a sticker on their student id card. Still at issue is a U-Pass for part-time students. "We are discussing the possibilities for part-time students and staff to purchase the U-Pass," said Students’ Union Vice-President… Continue reading U-Pass on its way
New Vice-President Research
Dr. Dennis R. Salahub is the University of Calgary’s new Vice-President of Research, replacing Dr. Keith Archer for a five-year term.The theoretical and computational chemist has experience as a researcher, strategic planner, program advisor, committee member and industry consultant. He has published over 250 research papers, edited four books and presented over 300 invited lectures.… Continue reading New Vice-President Research
Carte Blanche 3, Various Artists
By James Keller
To be honest, you’ve probably never heard of the Naked Music label. You probably have yet to hear artists such as Onda, Dave Warrin or Blue Mar Ten, who, among other things, share a similar, textured and relaxed electronica style sure to make any house fan’s knees quiver. If this is all news to you,… Continue reading Carte Blanche 3, Various Artists
U of C student and model
With her beauty, intelligence and charm, it’s no wonder Calgary’s own Kimberly Castle was chosen as this year’s Miss Model of Canada.Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Castle came to Calgary in 1994 to study interior design. In 1996, she graduated with an Interior Design diploma from Mount Royal College. She was admitted to the… Continue reading U of C student and model
Speedealer, Second Sight
“Speedealers” is a album that is heavy in music and lyrics. The subject of the music are angry, frusterated and outlashing individuals that create music to vent the energy. The lyrics of the songs are of a distorted state of anger towards the self and towards the world that has caused the type of disallusionment.… Continue reading Speedealer, Second Sight
Jack Johnson, Brushfire Fairytales
By CH Smith
If your summer is all about being laid-back and you need some music to go along with that attitude, chances are you won’t find an album more laid-back than “Brushfire Fairytales” by Jack Johnson. The ex-pro surfer from Hawaii has produced an excellent debut album that establishes him as both a whimsical songwriter and intricate… Continue reading Jack Johnson, Brushfire Fairytales
With a thumb pointing down under
By Jeff Kubik
I’d like to make one thing clear straight away: I’m not going to say “it”.I’m not going to work that ubiquitous Crocodile Hunter catch phrase into the title of the piece in some kind of witty pun or exclaim it at any point in the review. I’ll leave that to every other review written for… Continue reading With a thumb pointing down under
Farm aid not the solution
By James Keller
Like a true Albertan, I’m about to come down on social welfare. While I tend to slide left almost daily, I’ve finally given way to the free market: let it rule.Of course, I’m talking about farm aid–$324 million from the Alberta government to combat poor crops and drought. Why is it that in a province… Continue reading Farm aid not the solution
The Stampede strips down
Ah, the Stampede. For many, it’s a cultural tradition of cowboys and bucking broncos; for others, it’s a time-honoured ritual of Budweiser Beer Gardens and Nashville North. And for some, it’s the greatest chance of the year to show off some serious T & A. However, while the Stampede may seem like the most obvious… Continue reading The Stampede strips down