Month: October 2004

By Stephanie Claggett

Hidden away on the second floor of Trailer C is a project that will change the way the entire university functions. It’s not a medical science breakthrough, or a secret plan to reduce tuition–unfortunately–but it is an integral part of the University of Calgary. Administrative Systems Renewal–recently re-christened Project Emerge–is a plan to overhaul the… Continue reading Administration Systems Renewal integral to a functioning U of C

By Nolan Lewis

Recently Dr. Daniel Lai, a University of Calgary Social Work professor, released survey results on the topic of racism towards the Chinese community. The results of his survey show that roughly half of the Chinese community in Calgary has experienced some sort of racism at work, school or in a public place. Another point of… Continue reading Study: Chinese affected by racism

By Falice Chin

It’s that time of the year again when people at the basement of MacEwan Student Centre are busy preparing for the big CJSW event. The 20th Annual CJSW Funding Drive will sport the new motto “20 years at the Bottom of the Dial” starting Fri., Oct. 15. For one week, the university radio station will… Continue reading CJSW needs your money

By Kyle Francis

Many people know that Hollywood isn’t the only place that pumps out great filmmaking. Hong Kong was put on the map by its high-octane action movies and directors, and even France has made more and more of a name for itself over the years hosting the popular Cannes film festival. China and France aside, some… Continue reading Israeli film series

By Chelsea Clark

The price of parking on campus has gone up again this year. The cheapest place to park is Lot 10 and it has gone up 50 cents from last year, now costing students $2.75 to park for the day–without re-entry. Prices at all pay lots and meters have increased and annual permits have almost doubled… Continue reading Price of parking predicted to stop rising… eventually

By Ivan Danielewicz

Waking up in the morning and turning away from the image staring back at you from the mirror is a problem for a lot of people. Fortunately for two students, this problem may be coming to an end. The University of Calgary Fitness Challenge seeks applicants for a five and a half month program focussing… Continue reading From funk to hunk with U of C Fitness Challenge

By Darlene Seto

Crowded hallways, packed classrooms and shared offices and research labs seem to be the norm at the University of Calgary. No longer a lowly outpost of the University of Alberta, the U of C today is a strong vibrant community just under 30,000 strong. That large population explains why the university operates at 120 per… Continue reading No plans to alleviate classroom crunch

By Rachel Betts-Wilmott

All students are asked what they want to do with their lives–what kind of plans they have for the future. But for a select few, most students’ plans for the future include the decision about a Halloween costume. If the Students’ Union were a student it would be of the former. No, this is not… Continue reading SU looks forward with Strategic Plan

By Maria Gonzalez

For those who were not born with a silver spoon in their mouths, part-time employment is a one of life’s duties in post-secondary education. The International Students’ Center and University of Calgary Career Services, provide job-finding help for international and domestic students alike. On-campus venues, such as Jugo Juice and Subway are excellent choices for… Continue reading Student jobs on campus

By Heather Moulton

Calgary’s Second Annual Rideshare Week kicked off this Monday at City Hall with breakfast, prizes and more. The program promotes carpooling and tries to get as many people as possible to carpool. “You don’t have to carpool everyday,” said Commuter Connections’ Executive Director Anne Marie Thornton. “Even once or twice a week makes a big… Continue reading Rideshare week kicks off with breakfast