The case of the professor and the mystery novel
U of O professor releases his newest novel, Missing Children While University of Ottawa English professor Gerald Lynch’s research focuses on Canadian and... Read more.
Perogies, pop, and pinball—a perfect night with The Zolas
Vancouver-based indie rockers bring down the House The dimly lit basement arcade that is Bank Street's House of TARG is the perfect setting to host the... Read more.
Albums you should have listened to: The Monks • Bad Habits | EMI
Why you haven’t heard it: It’s a one-hit wonder by a punk band from 1979 that was hardly listened to, even upon its release. In the U.K., the Monks’... Read more.
From model Parliament to centre stage
U of O alum performs in biggest improv show in Canada Photo: Courtesy of Fifty Shades of 50 A political science degree may not seem like the Most Likely... Read more.
Photo exhibit shows off women’s resilience
Exhibition showing on U of O campus displays plight of Indigenous women Photo: Courtesy of Samer Muscati Samer Muscati, a former University of Ottawa... Read more.
U of O alumna shortlisted for Governor General’s Literary Award
Caroline Pignat’s The Gospel Truth nominated for award in English Children’s Text category Photo: Courtesy of MCpl Jean-François Néron In 2009,... Read more.
Do-it-yourself Halloween costumes
Impress your friends without breaking the bank this Halloween Illustration: Kim Wiens While dressing up at Halloween is a fun opportunity to express... Read more.
Movies you should have seen: The Shawshank Redemption
Why it’s famous: The Shawshank Redemption has an epic emotional storyline that we can all relate to, as it focuses on the human psyche as it relates to... Read more.
Campus Style: Fall fashion edition
U of O students show off their favourite fall ensembles on... Read more.
Stanton residents cook turkey in microwave, chaos ensues
Rez students left without microwave following holiday mishap Photo: CC, Bill Mubray, Edited by Kim Wiens Several University of Ottawa students are counting... Read more.
The bare bones of the OAG’S newest exhibit
U of O alumna receives rave reviews for new show Photo: Maitland Shaheen Human bones may seem like an odd material to use in an art exhibition, but for... Read more.
U of O Press poetry collection garners second award this year
Book wins Canadian Jewish Literary Award in Yiddish category Photo: Courtesy of Deborah Winer Earlier this year, The University of Ottawa Press received... Read more.
Albums you should have listened to: Kendrick Lamar • Section.80 | Top Dawg Entertainment
Why you haven’t heard it: The 2011 debut studio release from a fairly underground Compton rapper was not on the radar of many, barring devoted hip-hop... Read more.
The darker side of hooking up
Film showing at OIFF details damaging aspects of hookup culture Photo: Courtesy of Matthew Lawson In the past few years, hookup culture has becoming a... Read more.
Ready, set, whoa: A Gee-Gees’ guide to France
Ch. 3: Wine in Bordeaux Illustration: Kim Wiens While the freshman in me would likely cringe, I’ve finally gone through the university rite of passage of... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: City and Colour • If I Should Go Before You | Dine Alone Records
In City and Colour’s latest release, If I Should Go Before You, Canadian singer-songwriter Dallas Green pours out even more of his dreary heart and soul for... Read more.
Geek out at the Ottawa Geek Market
Annual event introduces scholarship for Canadian students Photo: Anchal Sharma Comic book lovers, whovians, potterheads, and trekkies alike came together... Read more.
Cultures come together for Safara Fashion Show
Second annual event celebrates African print and style Photo: Tabetha Sheppard On the evening of Oct. 3, the halls of Tabaret were buzzing with excitement.... Read more.
Mobilize shows a different side to Indigenous people
Former U of O student featured in largest Indigenous media festival in the world Photo: Courtesy of Eric Cino-Mars Indigenous people often feel that they... Read more.
#FULCRUMFOODREVIEW: Gooey goodness at mac and cheese fest
Hungry crowds enjoy cheesy creations at inaugural Mac My Cheese Fest Photo: Marta Kierkus At Ottawa’s first ever Mac My Cheese Fest by St. Albert, city... Read more.
Movies you should have seen: Swingers
Why it’s famous: This 90s cult classic was the launching point, both critically and commercially, for acclaimed actors and filmmakers Jon Favreau and Vince... Read more.
The Fulcrum tries to find our way out of Ottawa’s newest escape room
Room Escape Ottawa opens its multi-room venue on Bank Street Illustration: Courtesy of Sarouen Chith As we waited in the in the front lobby of Room... Read more.
Former student looks at the many pixels of the Ottawa community
U of O alumnus creates Humans Of New York-inspired blog Photo: Allegra Morgado Humans of New York (HONY) is an inspiring photoblog that was started by... Read more.
ALBUM REVIEW: Drake & Future • What a Time to Be Alive | Cash Money, Epic, and A1
Time freezes in the music world whenever there is a clash of titans. In the hierarchy of today’s biggest hip-hop superstars, Drake and Future are monoliths.... Read more.
Zine rack gives voices to those who are unheard
U of O students contribute to minority-focused zines Photo: Serena Sodhi A new zine rack available at Café Alt on the University of Ottawa campus is looking... Read more.