With or without you
How to cope with and overcome family struggles this holiday season (Re)Rootedness My name is Keri Cheechoo and I am a Cree woman from Long Lake #58 First... Read more.
Could the holiday blues be something more serious?
The basics of seasonal affective disorder, and when you should seek help This article is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment... Read more.
The storm before the storm
To get to the holidays, you have to pass your exams first During the holiday season you might be stressed out about what to buy your friends, how to fit in... Read more.
Money, Money, Money!
When the most ‘wonderful time of year’ isn’t so wonderful on your wallet The holiday season brings a lot of different emotions to the surface. Some may... Read more.
A message from the features editor
Dear Fulcrum readers, Ah, the holidays. The smell of gingerbread and peppermint in the air, the fluffy snowflakes, cozy blankets, and hot cocoa. For many,... Read more.
Accessing education with a disability isn’t as easy as we think
Lack of leadership in accessibility isn’t just a problem for the U of O As as someone who lives without a disability, a wheelchair ramp is one of the first... Read more.
Dear Di: Fuck the patriarchy
Dear Di, My boyfriend and I have tried watching porn together to get in the mood for the last few months, but everything seems sexist. I try to get into it,... Read more.
Where does Canada’s AI technology fit into modern warfare?
U of O prof, research team call for a federal ban on AI used for killing When it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), the average citizen may not know what... Read more.
Dear Di: Analingus anxiety
Dear Di, My boyfriend loves ass play but the idea of licking someone's asshole sounds gross to me. Is there a way I can do this hygienically? I want to... Read more.
Dear Di: Squeezing in sexytimes
Dear Di, Between school, work, volunteering, and planning for my transition into grad school, I’ve been struggling to find time for my girlfriend. I’m... Read more.
Is a PhD really worth your time and money?
Grad students weigh in on the challenges and benefits on the road to a PhD Investing in a PhD is a big decision. It usually means pushing an already long... Read more.
APTPUO negotiations part of larger picture around precarious work
Students are directly affected by conditions facing part-time professors—and here’s why When news broke that the Association of Part-Time Professors of... Read more.
Dear Di: Protecting and Erecting
Dear Di, I have a pretty hectic schedule, so any romances I have are pretty brief if you catch my drift. That being said, as a gay man I find it pretty... Read more.
Dear Di: DILFs
Dear Di, I recently started dating this guy and it’s going really well, but while we were hooking up at his place we had to stay pretty quiet because we... Read more.
The cost of getting your foot in the door
Ryerson’s new grant raises questions about unpaid internships at the U of O If you’ve ever been a student, then you know the importance of “getting your... Read more.
The Fulcrum editorial board wants you to be an eco-friendly student
This inaugural Green Thumbs Issue looks at the spectrum of solutions to fight climate change Apocalypse Now (?) I grew up in Vancouver which, as you all... Read more.
Dear Di: Getting a little (eco) freaky
While we all know that recycling, taking public transit, and limiting our consumption of animal products can all help reduce our environmental footprints, you... Read more.
Innovations make the world go round (literally)
How Ottawa is using eco-innovation to combat climate change The Free Store: Tackling overconsumption, one outfit at a time Nothing in life is free, but... Read more.
Trash and treasure aren’t so different after all
Students have the power to make the U of O zero-waste—and it’s easier than ever When it comes to climate change, one of the biggest barriers we face is... Read more.
What’s animal agriculture got to do with it?
One dietary change that could have a huge impact on our planet When it comes to mitigating climate change, we often hear about the classic offenders like... Read more.
Green energy and sustainability across Canadian campuses
How does the U of O compare to post-secondary green energy leaders? A university campus provides a hub for the country’s most renowned academics and... Read more.
The politics of environmental change
The solution to climate change according to each campus party It’s no secret that the key to climate change action often lies in the decision-making of our... Read more.
Dear Di: Sex robots
Dirty Talk: Sex Robots Automation is likely going to threaten thousands of jobs, and shake up society as we know it. Turns out, the bedroom is no exception.... Read more.
Wearing your illness on your sleeve
Broadening mental illness initiatives means recognizing, accepting BFRBs Mental health is becoming an increasingly prevalent topic, particularly on Canadian... Read more.
Is scrolling Twitter helping or hurting your mental health?
The “It’s complicated” relationship between social media and mental illness This past week, the Fulcrum reported on new technology from University of... Read more.