Letter to the editor: Rape culture is a social reality
The term culture is in no way controversial; it is just a word that denotes customs, traditions, and beliefs held by a sub-population. However, when someone... Read more.
How students might lose $3,000
As any student knows, the last thing we need is to lose money. I’m not talking about tuition, student loans, fees, the cost of books, and everything else;... Read more.
Ghomeshi witnesses wanted to be the ‘perfect victims’
One-dimensional view of abuse pressures victims, factor in omissions on the stand After fallen CBC star Jian Ghomeshi was found not guilty on all sexual... Read more.
BOA meeting looks to address disciplinary committee findings
The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa’s (SFUO) recent Board of Administration (BOA) meeting offered some insight into the SFUO’s response to a... Read more.
Ghomeshi case shows we have much to learn about how to treat sexual assault victims
Victim stereotypes take centre stage in final verdict The long-awaited verdict in the Jian Ghomeshi case was released on Thursday March 24,, and the former... Read more.
General Assembly fails to meet quorum for fourth time in a row
The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) hosted its fourth General Assembly (GA) Tuesday night in Marion Auditorium. There were six motions up... Read more.
Former U of O professor Rancourt’s appeal in civil suit dismissed by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed an appeal by former University of Ottawa professor Denis Rancourt to overturn their decision in the civil suit... Read more.
U of O files defence alleging men’s hockey team members had sex while other players watched
University’s statement says some players ‘played a role in the activity’ The University of Ottawa has filed a statement of defence in response to a... Read more.
Former U of O student killed in ‘brazen’ robbery in Toronto
Zaher “Zach” Nourreddine a 25-year-old former University of Ottawa student has died in hospital after he was violently robbed in the area of... Read more.
U of O profs take university to court over admin pay raises
The Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa (APUO) is asking for judicial review regarding raises given to two senior university... Read more.
U of O profs take university to court over admin pay raises
The Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa (APUO) is asking for judicial review regarding raises given to two senior university... Read more.
‘Suspicious package’ found in Rideau Centre deemed safe by police
The Ottawa Police evacuated an area of the Rideau Centre after receiving call at 12:15 pm about a “suspicious package”, but said the area was safe a few... Read more.
SFUO says U of O investigation involves alleged sexual assault within student-run club
‘The university’s Sports Services is implicated’: Student fed The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) said in a statement release to... Read more.
U of O launches internal review regarding ‘misconduct’ in student-run club
Ottawa police contacted but no charges laid On Nov. 24, the University of Ottawa released a statement regarding an internal review related to a... Read more.
SFUO comes under fire for yoga program’s suspension, garners international attention
Yoga teacher says suspension came from concerns of cultural appropriation The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) is at the center of a... Read more.
U of O student goes public with sexual assault story, saying police closed case on Nov. 4
Ottawa police say not all ‘avenues had been exhausted’, investigation ongoing Former University of Ottawa student Mélodie Morin has gone public with... Read more.
Seeing through a veil of fear
Photo: Creative Commons, Agencia Brasil Many Canadians were surprised to see the most heated exchange during the french-language debate last week not to be... Read more.
And then there were four—VP finance steps down from SFUO
Taylor Davidson cites health reasons for resignation Photo By: Marta Kierkus Taylor Davidson, vice-president of finance of the Student Federation of the... Read more.
Dear Colleagues, I am in receipt of my e-bill from the University of Ottawa, which I will share: My bill for this semester is $3,410.77, including... Read more.
How you can make a difference this election
Today’s high school and university graduates are facing unprecedented challenges—high unemployment rates, crippling student debt, an inflated housing... Read more.
Huffing and puffing about nothing
Recent rumours depicting Planned Parenthood as the big bad wolf has forced the Ottawa branch’s president, Lauren Dobson-Hughes, to make a plea to the public... Read more.
U of O sees decade of tuition fee increases
Board of Directors approves three per cent average tuition hike The University of Ottawa’s Board of Governors adopted the 2015-16 budget which included a... Read more.
Johnny B goes pro
Gees legend signs in top Estonian league Photo: Marta Kierkus, Edits: Kim Wiens After contributing to the the Gee-Gees’ basketball program for five... Read more.
Capital Pride goes ahead under new management
Photo: Tina Wallace. Organizers have announced that this year’s Capital Pride festival is set to take place from August 17-23. This will be the 30th... Read more.
Dear Di-August 6 (Summer Lovin’)
Dear Di, I’ve never understood the hype about giving head, and despite the fact my new partner is more than happy to return the favour, I still don’t... Read more.