Teaching assistant union negotiates new pay grades with Concordia
TAs now have simplified pay system, members to receive retroactive payment Montreal (NUWire)—Since the fall of 2014, the union representing Teaching and... Read more.
UBC explores possibility of mandatory Indigenous courses
Students, department heads cite logistical issues with proposed change to curriculum Vancouver (NUWire)—Since its release in June 2015, universities across... Read more.
Dear Di (crotch stuff)
Dear Di, I kissed someone at the bar the other night. I thought it was going great, but then they stopped abruptly to wipe their face and comment on my... Read more.
Ottawa community protests against proposed Dakota pipeline
Students, First Nations groups stand in solidarity with tribes affected by pipeline On Sept. 14, members of the Ottawa community gathered outside the U.S.... Read more.
Structural changes needed in SFUO clubs management
Student fed requires more staff, consultations to improve current situation The University of Ottawa’s clubs week, where campus clubs set up booths in hopes... Read more.
Gee-Gees down Gryphons in double OT thriller
Rain soaked battle pushes team to 3-0 for the first time in six years Despite the pouring rain, the Gee-Gees football team dug in their heels and ground out... Read more.
Sept. 18 BOA meeting sees discussion on electoral reform, U-Passes
Vice-president university affairs says U-Pass staff were insulted by students The third Board of Administration (BOA) meeting of the 2016-17 year for the... Read more.
Canada’s government should have studied up on top U of O researchers
On Sept. 6, the federal government announced the 13 Canadian universities to receive a whopping $900 million in funding for research activities—and the... Read more.
Ottawa YouTube Showcase
If we’re being honest, Ottawa is not the first place that comes to mind when you think of hot YouTube talent. But if you do a little digging, you’ll find... Read more.
Dear Di (vibrations & romance)
Dear Di, During 101 Week I heard multiple people joke about using vibrators. Now I’m interested in trying one, but I don’t know anything about them. Would... Read more.
Private health care should play a bigger role in Canada
B.C. court case could set a precedent for expanding private health care On Sept. 6, the Cambie Surgery Centre argued before the British Columbia Supreme Court... Read more.
Putting faces to Gee-Gees men’s soccer squad
Without a move to varsity on the horizon, the team still succeeds in flux You probably haven’t heard of the Gee-Gees men’s soccer team—but that... Read more.
Editorial: When nationalism is a red (and white) flag
Last month, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick drew divided reaction when he decided to sit down during the United States’ national anthem in... Read more.
Pub crawls no more at the University of New Brunswick
Administration faces harsh criticism after nixing popular student activity Fredericton (CUP)—Students are expressing their disappointment after University... Read more.
Concordia partners with United Nations to launch free online course
New course aims to teach ecosystems and conservation theories to people around the world Montreal (CUP)—Concordia has partnered with the United Nations (UN)... Read more.
Editorial: Bring education, politics back to the forefront of Capital Pride
Capital Pride festivities capped off in late August and the city’s eyes were captivated by rainbow flags, jubilant lip locks, and parade floats meant to... Read more.
Dear Di (hands on approach)
Dear Di, When I jerk off I only have two settings—hard and fast. I try to use the same method on my girlfriend’s happy place, but she keeps saying I’m... Read more.
Freshman movie playlist
To put it lightly, the first few weeks of post-secondary life can be a real gut-churning roller coaster ride. Being given an unprecedented range of freedom... Read more.
Expert panel on sexual violence policy at U of T releases report
Report outlines 40 recommendations for stand-alone policy on sexual violence TORONTO (NUWire)—The University of Toronto’s expert panel on sexual... Read more.
Dear Di (poolside pleasure)
Dear Di, I’m in a long term relationship. Or, at least it feels long. My boyfriend and I have been dating since high school and I feel like he’s a... Read more.
Ottawa, I choose you!
Pokémon GO is changing how we socialize and do business in the nation’s capital. On July 17, the app Pokémon GO was released in Canada and in just a short... Read more.
C-51 review expected to launch before Parliament resumes
Liberals promise in campaign to overhaul “problematic elements” of controversial anti-terrorism bill Ottawa (iPolitics)—The government’s... Read more.
Re: SFUO Clubs Funding
Dear Editor, I don’t normally publicly comment on any of SFUO’s actions, decisions, or activities. However, upon receiving a disheartening email today, I... Read more.
Anonymous provides justice where traditional government doesn’t
While their techniques may be illegal, hacktivist collective is force for good Anonymous, a global network of hacktivists, is gaining international attention... Read more.
Obesity shouldn’t be considered a disability
While it can impact your life obesity can in many cases be reversed Last week a retired Canadian navy seaman won his appeal to the Veterans Review and Appeal... Read more.