How the U of O can step up its campus harm reduction strategies
Anyone can be prevented from an overdose It is not news that the country has been living in an opioid epidemic for well over a decade, but people can... Read more.
NOW HIRING: “Normal” jobs
WORKING HARD AND HARDLY WORKING In recent years, working outside of a co-op or campus setting has felt like entering a battlefield. You might have spent... Read more.
TOMATO: Students prepare to participate in class talent show to obtain midterm exemptions
Organic chemistry prof hosts talent show as chance to point and laugh It’s uncommon, but not rare, for students to create elaborate stories to get out of... Read more.
We all deserve some (campus) space
On a downtown campus, real estate is at a premium — but students are getting the short end of the stick Are you in search of quality computer laboratories... Read more.
Decoding the Hack the Hill controversy
Messy management and threats over referendum question make HtH’s future uncertain If you’ve been on the unofficial U of O subreddit, r/GeeGees at all... Read more.
The problem of student housing: are there imminent solutions?
What is the future of housing for students at the U of O? Over the past few years, the landscape of housing in Canada has changed drastically and the... Read more.
Hello?! Why can’t anyone hear me?
The university needs more comprehensive efforts to ensure student needs are addressed Sometimes getting a hold of a university employee is like trying to... Read more.
Voter apathy isn’t cool, FYI
Do yourself a favour, and make sure you’re registered to vote 2025 is already shaping up to be a contentious year for Canadian politics, with an impactful... Read more.
The multi-faith centre was dismantled — but some Muslim students are still feeling stonewalled about their religious expressions on campus
Limited physical space to pray, ‘stonewall’ communication are biggest setbacks How much do you know about the multi-faith centre (MFC)? The... Read more.
Dear internet — it’s not me, it’s you
What the hell am I going to do with whatever abomination Temu is trying to sell me? Dear Internet, Now before we begin, I just want to say that I love... Read more.
Class of COVID: A reflection from the other side
The years went by in a blur (not so much from fun) My university experience — such as the experiences of thousands of other students across the world —... Read more.
TOMATO: The Tomato struggles to contact the Investigation into Accountability Institute
What does this place do anyways? The Tomato has been publicly denied several attempts to interview the lead honesty officer at the university’s... Read more.
Dear Di: How to go from a big spender to a big saver?
Is a sweet treat just a little too sweet to resist? Dear Di, Unlike my more wise friends, I didn’t really save that much money over the summer.... Read more.
Pedro the Panda cancels Panda tailgate appearance due to failed negotiations with the universities
Mr. the Panda claims that the university wasn’t offering him what he was worth At a press conference held Tuesday morning, Pedro the Panda — the trophy... Read more.
Limiting campus protests is worsening the dialogue between students and administration
Protests are supposed to be disruptive, yelling into a void that is trying to silence you On Sept. 4, CBC reported that Western University had approved a... Read more.
Student card integration is good — but virtual cards are better
Phone tapping has become a way of life For the first time, the University of Ottawa has integrated your U-Pass transit card with your student card this... Read more.
Student Sit-In Begins April 29th on Tabaret Lawn
ORGANIZED BY INSAF AND PSA, STUDENTS ARE PROTESTING FOR UNIVERSITY DIVESTMENT On April 29th, students from the University of Ottawa gathered on Tabaret Lawn... Read more.
Game On: a Glimpse at Esports Showcase Week
“It’s just a better opportunity to create a more inclusive space where friendships can grow even stronger.” From March 11 to 17, the uOttawa Esports... Read more.
What you missed at the 2023 UOSU Autumn General Assembly
Even we could barely make it the whole time On Nov. 12, the University of Ottawa Student’s Union (UOSU) held their Autumn General Assembly (AGA) in the... Read more.
Review: ‘Bottoms’ is fresh, funny and full of fists
Charm, chuckles, and chalk full of violence There were three films that I was highly anticipating for this summer: the live-action The Little Mermaid (I am... Read more.
What you missed from the July 23rd UOSU BOD meeting
Coin flips, banana bread, and technical difficulties The University of Ottawa Student’s Union (UOSU) convened on July 23rd for its monthly board of... Read more.
U of O’s Brain-Heart Interconnectome program to receive $109 million grant from the Government of Canada
CFREF grant will go towards researching the relationship between the heart and brain The University of Ottawa held a press briefing on June 14 to announcing... Read more.
2023-24 University of Ottawa Budget Approved at May 29 BOG Meeting
Budget approved, reports on undergrad French language compliance evaluation and Framework for Mental Health and Wellness presented The University of Ottawa... Read more.
‘Student Labour is Labour’: CUPE 2626 hosts rally to combat University budget cuts
Roughly one hundred people, including students leaders and union members, came together for Thursday's rally CUPE 2626, the union representing teaching... Read more.
Unity for Action musical cast and crew ready to light up the Alumni Auditorium
The members of the Unity for Action club have made their presence known in the University Centre while preparing for their annual musical On the night of... Read more.