Day of Action: In solidarity with Mizzou and Yale
SFUO marches against anti-black racism In light of the recent events at the University of Missouri and Yale University in the United States, rallies in... Read more.
Malaria research from U of O master’s student nets spot in prestigious journal
Research finds that mosquito nets often used improperly There are an estimated 207 million cases of malaria each year—90 per cent of which occur in... Read more.
Students call for changes to clubs system
SFUO says it’s open to changes Some students are calling on the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) to reform its clubs system, which has... Read more.
U of O draws criticism after Paris comment offering sympathies
The University of Ottawa received strong criticism following its Facebook post offering condolences to the victims of the Nov. 13 attacks in Paris that killed... Read more.
Off with his Head—GSAÉD demands expulsion of BOG rep
Grad student Robert Head clashes with student unions, La Rotonde The University of Ottawa’s Graduate Students’ Association (GSAÉD) is demanding the... Read more.
SRC concerned deans aren’t receiving adequate sexual assault training
Allan Rock says deans will receive full training Mireille Gervais, director of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) Student Rights’... Read more.
U of O study tracks Canadians’ views on country energy’s future
Giving environmental issues a voice, putting public opinion in the spotlight A study commissioned by the University of Ottawa’s Positive Energy project from... Read more.
BOA ratifies Anne-Emilie Hebert as SFUO president
Anne-Emilie Hebert was officially named the new president of the SFUO at the Board of Administration (BOA) meeting on Nov. 15. The Board voted 14-6 with one... Read more.
General Assembly fails to meet quorum for third successive term
Students raise concerns over lack of motions, while SFUO says it’ll stick with GAs The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) held its third... Read more.
Anne-Emilie Hebert has slight lead according to unofficial SFUO by-election result
In a second by-election Anne-Emilie Hebert, sole candidate for president of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO), received 100 yes votes... Read more.
Activist Assembly addresses spectrum of student issues
Organizers of Black Lives Matter call on U of O allies to remain active Organizers of the Black Lives Matter movement from across Canada and the United States... Read more.
U of O study shines light on violence against women
Event features research analyzing police response by U of O professor Research by University of Ottawa Professor Holly Johnson found that a number of women... Read more.
Sitting down with the president
Rock talks lockdown, construction, housing and his retirement plans University of Ottawa president, Allan Rock, sat down with the Fulcrum at his office in... Read more.
Outgoing chancellor is celebrated, new chancellor prepares for takeoff
The University of Ottawa has named a new Chancellor to replace Michaëlle Jean, who resigned from the position to focus on her role as secretary-general of the... Read more.
Briefs: New environment minister, keystone, bike lanes, CFS
Upcoming CFS meeting to cover a variety of issues The Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) will be holding its 34th Annual General Meeting Nov. 22-25... Read more.
16-year-old boy shot in Sandy Hill
A 16-year-old boy was shot in the back near Besserer and Chapel Streets in Sandy Hill around 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9. According to the CBC, the boy was... Read more.
Briefs: Brazeau trial, carding, and entrepreneurs
Ontario proposes new anti-carding regulations The province of Ontario plans to introduce new regulations designed to prevent police from stopping people... Read more.
LRT construction causes changes to major bus routes near U of O
Transit between Hurdman and Lees Station to close in December OC Transpo has announced that the lower level of Lees Station will be closed, and transit... Read more.
Third time’s a charm? SFUO to host General Assembly on campus
SFUO hopes change of venue will help GA meet quorum The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) will be hosting its third General Assembly (GA)... Read more.
New rez for upper-year students slated for September 2016
Mann Residence to be constructed near Minto Sports Complex The University of Ottawa has announced it will open another new residence next September, its... Read more.
By-elections fill gaps in SFUO lineup, health plan reform falls flat
Second election called to vote in SFUO president The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) has called a second election in a matter of weeks,... Read more.
SFUO posts unofficial election and referendum results
The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) has posted the unofficial results of the election and healthcare referendum. The results were posted... Read more.
U of O creates programs to ease global refugee crisis
University provides funding as well as legal counsel, scholarships Professor Jennifer Bond and event organizer Anthony VanDuzer at the event in Fauteux Hall.... Read more.
Addressing Islamophobia on campus and globally
Speaker says we need better information, more positive social presence Marwan Muhammad, advisor to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe.... Read more.
U of O student presents new gift business
Online store sells personalized gift baskets Photo: Dasha Shakov. Dasha Shakov, a third-year marketing student at the University of Ottawa, is taking her... Read more.