A happy hybrid holiday season
Is it possible to accommodate Muslim and Christian traditions under one roof? Religion is not a topic most people enjoy discussing. As a child, I remember my... Read more.
Dear Di’s sexy gift guide
The Fulcrum’s resident sex columnist dishes out some tips on how to make this year’s holiday a little more naughty than nice. Hotel room booking Go ahead... Read more.
Fulcrum DIY holiday gift ideas
The holidays are right around the corner and most university students know what that means: knit sweaters, eggnog, cute Christmas ornaments, and stop motion... Read more.
Holiday food and drink guide
Happy holidays, Fulcrum readers! I’m sure that many of you would agree that, without a doubt, one of the best parts of the holidays is the food. From savoury... Read more.
Dark, twisted holiday entertainment wish list
Book-Happy! (Grant Morrison) Photo: Kim Wiens Grant Morrison’s Happy! takes a decidedly darker spin on the true meaning of Christmas. The series’... Read more.
Dear Di (snug fit penis)
Dear Di, My partner and I have talked about using birth control, but I’ve heard that it can kill your libido. Is this true? If so, what are some... Read more.
The future of Canada’s print media landscape
Our newspaper industry is stodgy, run by short-term thinkers, and is seriously lacking in diversity. What can be done about it? In October 2014, Postmedia... Read more.
Dear Di (how to keep your lady lips clean)
Dear Di, I’ve gotten a lot of vaginal infections over the years. I know they’re common but are there any techniques or methods I can use to reduce the... Read more.
The truth behind GMOs
Despite harbouring the potential to change our way of life for the better, myths surrounding the negative implications of genetically modified organisms are... Read more.
Dear Di (that pesky gag reflex)
Dear Di, My boyfriend has been asking me to deep-throat him for the last couple weeks and, to be honest, I’ve always wanted to do it. While I’m totally on... Read more.
Trans-Canada health care
While the Ontario government is making strides to upgrade transgender medical care, there’s still a long road ahead in terms of improving accessibility For... Read more.
Dear Di (the great porn dilemma)
Dear Di, Throughout my dating history, I’ve always stuck to seeing women. However, recently I’ve found myself checking out other men and harbouring... Read more.
Dear Di (Madam Queefs A Lot)
Dear Di, I don’t like using condoms with my girlfriend, but she isn’t on any sort of birth control. So, we were wondering how effective the good old... Read more.
Educational homebodies
While the number of enrolled international students is on the rise, why are Canadian university students so reluctant to study abroad? Even though the... Read more.
Remembering the past and building towards a better future
In the week leading up to Remembrance Day, the Fulcrum takes a look at some of the biggest issues facing our veterans today. Every Nov. 11 for the past 97... Read more.
Dear Di (furry freak fest)
Dear Di, Over Halloween my girlfriend dressed up as a dominatrix. But that wasn’t the kinky part. When we fell asleep I kept dreaming of having sex with the... Read more.
Student weekend drinking guide
Illustrations: Kim Wiens. Something to get your pre-drink on The key to any good pre-drink is to find something you like automatically, since the taste... Read more.
Consumer nutrition myths
Photo: Kim Wiens. Myths about food, nutrition and health are widespread in society, and can be misleading or in some cases, even harmful. Over the years... Read more.
Fulcrum student menu-dinner
Broccoli and parmesan-stuffed chicken breasts Photo: Kim Wiens. Want to throw a memorable dinner party for your friends, but don’t know what to cook for... Read more.
Fulcrum student menu-vegetarian
Mexican rice bowl and homemade guacamole Photo: Kim Wiens. This layered Mexican rice bowl is the perfect one-pot meal for students looking for a hearty... Read more.
Drunk food express
The best places to eat in Ottawa when you’re plastered Photo: Kim Wiens. As midterms approach and students start to buckle down, livers across campus are... Read more.
Eating high class on a student budget
Photo: Kim Wiens. I’m sure we can all agree that one of the biggest issues we face as students is trying to figure out what and where to eat. Of course,... Read more.
Eating out and dining in
A Dear Di guide to making body parts and bodily fluids taste great Illustration: Nicole Rutkowski, Edits: Kim Wiens. Sweet. Tasty. Delicious. Moist. Are we... Read more.
Fulcrum student menu-sexy food
Photo: Kim Wiens. Some claim that food is almost as good as sex, if not better. Why debate? Let’s incorporate the two pleasurable activities together.... Read more.
Fulcrum student menu-lunch
Tuna patties Photo: Kim Wiens. Tuna patties are the perfect food for a university student who is halfway through their day of classes and needs a quick and... Read more.