It’s that time of year. The posters have gone up, the baby kissing has started, and the police have been dispatched to deal with myriad reports of pedophilia. That’s right, it’s election time. In the spirit of the Students’ Union elections, the Gauntlet’s Academic Probation section has gathered together the four most judgemental people at… Continue reading Students’ Union Election SWAT
Month: February 2008
SU View: Funding Support for Academic Competitions
The Academic Competition Support Program is a new and innovative Students’ Union initiative funded through Quality Money. The goal of the program is to enhance the student experience by providing an opportunity to apply and showcase academic talents in a competitive environment. It also aims to enhance the University of Calgary’s profile in the post-secondary… Continue reading SU View: Funding Support for Academic Competitions
Voters need to make education a priority
With an election currently underway, now is a good time to get politicians to pay some attention to the issues of post-secondary education, particularly as there seems to be general understanding that post-secondary education is the key to a successful future for Alberta. However, what is lacking is an understanding of exactly how a university… Continue reading Voters need to make education a priority
Students shut out of democratic process
With the sincerity of a pornographer in front of an obscenity board, students are encouraged to vote. Mar. 3, 2008 will see the first provincial election since King Ralph abdicated his throne. In addition to offering the province a chance to pass judgement on a leader who has elicited considerable controversy, this election presents students… Continue reading Students shut out of democratic process
Letter: No problems with Psych program
By Keith Dobson
Editor, the Gauntlet, We would like to thank the Gauntlet for bringing attention to the issues of class size and class availability at the University (“The struggle between class size and availability,” Christian Louden, Jan. 31 Gauntlet). Psychology courses are among the most popular on campus and the demand for our courses far exceeds our… Continue reading Letter: No problems with Psych program
Whip it! Whip it good!
Let’s go down the list: blindfold, check, feathers, check, ice cubes, check. If this is starting to sound like a list you could have made, you are likely getting ready for a little BDSM. BDSM, an acronym comprised of BD (bondage and discipline), DS (dominance and submission) and SM (sadomasochism). It is a collection of… Continue reading Whip it! Whip it good!
Classical German play tackles religious intolerance
By Ryan Pike
For years, a common colloquialism has advised steering polite dinnertime conversation away from topics such as politics and religion that tend to result in heated discussion, disagreements or fist fights. The University of Calgary’s drama department has chosen to ignore this advice, aiming to explore notions of religion, tolerance and intolerance with a symposium taking… Continue reading Classical German play tackles religious intolerance
The Gauntlet’s 2008 Academy Awards Preview
By Ryan Pike
The Academy Awards have become solidified over time as Hollywood’s tribute to itself. Thankfully, it’s also provided gambling junkies with an opportunity to bet on things that are completely separate from professional sports. The Gauntlet’s dynamic duo of cinematic geekery, Entertainment Editor Ryan Pike and E&P Editor Jordyn Marcellus, attempt to accurately predict who will… Continue reading The Gauntlet’s 2008 Academy Awards Preview
Editorial: Focus on this election, please!
By Amanda Hu
As the upcoming Alberta provincial election draws near, election signs are being raised and politicians are lobbying for support. It’s at the top of everyone’s list of conversation topics given the waning support for the Progressive Conservative Party and because this is an election that will directly affect our lives, especially those of us who… Continue reading Editorial: Focus on this election, please!
Editorial: The Rise and deKlein of the Progressive Conservative Party
When Don Getty took the reins of the Alberta Tories in 1985, he had big shoes to fill. The Progressive Conservative party had been in power since 1971 and had gained popularity under Peter Lougheed’s leadership. Unfortunately, Getty’s poor performance led to speculation as to the party’s future while the Alberta Liberals grew stronger. Facing… Continue reading Editorial: The Rise and deKlein of the Progressive Conservative Party