Month: February 2013

One Billion Rising YYC

By Michael Grondin

Protestors will be dancing in the streets on V-Day, Feb. 14, to put an end to violence against women. One Billion Rising YYC is part of a global movement that aims to increase discussion around gender discrimination and violence. It will be the inaugural event.
 According to the One Billion Rising website, “Today, on the… Continue reading One Billion Rising YYC

What does it mean to be a man?

By compiled by Susan Anderson

Welcome to the second part of the Gauntlet’s two-part feature on gender issues. Below are articles written by a variety of people responding to the question, “How do masculine ideals affect you?” Sean Willett, second-year communications: I’ve seen the movie Les Miserables twice now, and I cried buckets both times. For those of you who… Continue reading What does it mean to be a man?

Trainer’s corner: Sarah Beth

By Sarah Beth

Sarah Beth is a fourth-year kinesiology student graduating in June 2013. She currently works as a physiotherapy aide in the Sports Medicine Centre Physiotherapy Clinic and has experience as both a strength coach and softball pitching instructor.
 She is hoping to pursue a career as both a personal and team trainer after graduation.
 Perhaps last… Continue reading Trainer’s corner: Sarah Beth

A look at Flames prospects in the CHL

By Justin Azevedo

After the World Junior Championships, the NCAA’s Johnny Gaudreau received a lot of attention from Flames fans. However, the NCAA is not recognized as the premier developmental league for junior prospects. That distinction belongs to the Canadian Hockey League. 
 The CHL is made up of three sub-leagues: the Ontario Hockey League, the Western Hockey… Continue reading A look at Flames prospects in the CHL