An Extreme act of protest: Aaron Bushnell
“This is what our ruling class has decided will be normal” Content warning: This article includes descriptions of a specific instance of self-harm and... Read more.
UOSU 2024 general election results
Lower voter turnout than 2023 by-election On Feb. 18, the University of Ottawa Students’ Union (UOSU) published its 2024 general election... Read more.
A Look at the candidates for UOSU BOD FSS director seats
The University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) 2024 General elections have begun with the campaign period running from Feb. 3 to 17. Voting is open from... Read more.
UOSU’s new main agreement with the University of Ottawa
Agreement will be in effect from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2029 At the Jan. 21 meeting of the University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) Board of... Read more.
2023 University of Ottawa News recap
The Fulcrum's 2023 U of O headlines 2023 was an eventful year for the U of O. From January to December, the news from our campus has been reflective of... Read more.
U of O’s Provost and Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Jill Scott appointed 14th principal of RMC
Scott to assume new role March 4, 2024 Dec. 20 — Canada's Minister of National Defence, Bill Blair announced the appointment of Jill Scott to principal of... Read more.
What you missed from the October 21st UOSU BOD
Directors make preparations for Autumn General Assembly The University of Ottawa Students' Union (UOSU) Board of Directors (BOD) met on Saturday, Oct. 21 to... Read more.
UOSU by-election withdrawal
Candidate requests to be removed from ballot From Oct. 9—13, U of O undergraduate students were asked to vote in their student union byelections. The... Read more.
UOSU’s messy byelection
Max Christie on removal from elections committee: "while I strongly disagree, I respect their decision. My conscience has never been clearer, and I still have... Read more.
Ottawa: The “Million march for Children” and its counter protest in photos
Chants of "Trans rights are human rights" met with "leave the kids alone" On Sept. 20, marches were organized around Canada under the banner of taking part... Read more.
What you missed from the September 17th UOSU BOD meeting
“I serve on this board as a form of harm reduction” - Max Christie The University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) Board of Directors (BOD) met... Read more.
Students and student groups respond to uOshow act harassing of attendees; the U of O’s response
“I am disappointed, frustrated, and ashamed to be a University of Ottawa student." Content Warning: This article includes a description of sexual... Read more.
Tomato: The magical frog in the UCU sub-basement
U of O Gossip In the sub-basement of the Jock Turcot University Centre (UCU) lives a magical frog. It's damp down there, the heaters in the winter make it... Read more.
UOSU holds emergency meeting to approve 2023-24 budget
“They’ve said to me that this is a beautifully balanced budget, and they’re very confident in it.” On August 18, the Board of Directors (BOD) for... Read more.
U of O to host 2024 Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship at Matt Anthony field
Gee-gees to gain automatic entry as hosts On Aug. 9 the University of Ottawa Recreation and varsity sports announced they had been selected to host the 2024... Read more.
UOSU exec profiles: Joyce Williams, Equity commissioner
"I wanted to be a representative for my community and for international students, for not only Black students but all minorities on campus. I think they... Read more.
UOSU exec profiles: Fiona Broughton, Operations commissioner
“It's a lot of meetings and a lot of emails and a lot of forms, which not everybody loves, but my happy place is an Excel spreadsheet.” On July 17, The... Read more.
Karen McCrimmon wins Kanata-Carleton byelection
Former MP for Kanata-Carleton wins July 27 Provincial byelection Liberal party candidate Karen McCrimmon won the seat most recently held by Merrilee... Read more.
Bluesfest night two: PUP and Weezer
"Ottawa, you have been Weezered" Toronto punk band PUP took the RBC stage to open Bluesfest for day two. The band's minimal set design let the music speak... Read more.
UOSU exec profiles: Maisy Elspeth, Advocacy commissioner
"No campaign will be effective if we don't have student engagement we need to increase student engagement in the union and union affairs." On June 1, The... Read more.
Bluesfest 2023 preview
Ottawa concert lovers, rejoice! Bluesfest kicks-off this Thursday, July 6 at LeBreton flats with sets from Shania Twain and BBNO$. With scheduled... Read more.
Ottawa under Tornado watch: Canada Day activities suspended
Weather conditions force the suspension of outdoor celebrations The City of Ottawa's Canada day plans were assumed to be rained out in the early afternoon... Read more.
Kanata-Carleton byelection: Melissa Coenraad and Marit Stiles discuss why they believe you should vote for the ONDP
“This by-election is absolutely critical; Ontarians have a chance to fight back against Doug Ford's agenda, and this is one of the ways we can do... Read more.
UOSU: 2022-23 President Armaan Singh reflects on his term
Singh discusses Pivik, low election turnout, and principled leadership On May 9, the Fulcrum spoke with the former president of the University of Ottawa... Read more.
Dear Di: Buying condoms without self-checkout
Human contact while buying condoms? No thanks Dear Di, Maybe it's just me, but I can not take a box of condoms up to a cashier. Maybe it's the residual... Read more.