Group says it’s no secret that students need to vote
Canadian Federation of Students looks to arm voters with information Anne-Marie Roy promotes voting among students through the Canadian Federation of... Read more.
Fuse runs out on SFUO fireworks
$10,000 of fireworks remain unused SFUO-bought fireworks have not been used for the second year running. Photo: Creative Commons Fieldington The fireworks... Read more.
Taking Matters into your own hands this election
U of O student looks to demystify our democracy’s finances Olivia Dorey wants to change how voters interact with government. Photo: Eric Davidson Olivia... Read more.
Deconstructing U of O’s construction
Construction continues for the planned learning centre. Photo: Marta Kierkus Last week, students at the University of Ottawa flooded back onto... Read more.
Brief blackout hits campus
A short blackout caused campus buildings to lose power Photo: Creative Commons Rafael Castillo The University of Ottawa lost power to several... Read more.
Ottawa universities host human rights lawyer fleeing persecution
U of O joins first Scholars at Risk program Hossein Raeesi was forced to leave his law practicie in Iran and come to Canada. Photo: Eric Davidson Students... Read more.
New suit arises following 2013 OC Transpo crash
Victim and family sue just ahead of two-year deadline A new lawsuit has been filed after the 2013 crash involving an OC Transpo bus and a Via train. Photo... Read more.
24/7 dining hall opens its doors
New caf comes without waste but with mandatory meal plans A variety of foods are offered at the University’s new cafeteria. Photo by Eric Davidson After... Read more.
U of O student wants you to Vote Smart
Student organizes candidates’ event in home riding U of O student Kelsea Walsh wants to help voters make an informed choice. Creative Commons When it... Read more.
U of O adds two more off-campus residences to ease housing shortage
University makes room for incoming students Photo by Eric Davidson The University of Ottawa has opened two new off-campus residences to help house the... Read more.
Briefs: Refugees, farmer’s market controversy, and cheaper textbooks
Photo: Natalie-Maynor Creative Commons Fresh controversy arises at Farmers’ Market On Sunday, Sept. 6 approximately 50 members of the Ottawa... Read more.
Michaëlle Jean steps down as U of O’s chancellor
The University of Ottawa has announced that Michaëlle Jean is stepping down as chancellor due to her "extensive new responsibilities" as secretary-general of... Read more.
Incoming vp seeks health coverage for international students
Many international students not covered by SFUO health plan Photo: Marta Kierkus An incoming executive of the Student Federation of the University of... Read more.
Collision at south end of campus sends woman to hospital
Student who was hit at same intersection says it’s ‘dangerous’ for pedestrians Photo: Adam Feibel A woman was taken to hospital after being hit by a... Read more.
Cafeteria closed before exams start
University begins work on new 24/7 dining hall Photo: Marta Kierkus The University of Ottawa has closed its cafeteria doors early in order to begin... Read more.
SFUO streamlines system for booking club space
New direct-reservation system cuts out role of clubs coordinator Photo: Marta Kierkus The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) is looking... Read more.
Briefs: Ottawa animator passes away, Duffy trial begins, and a historical discovery
Ottawa animator and director of Brother Bear dies at 54 Bob Walker, a celebrated Ottawa-raised animator who was nominated for an Academy Award in 2003,... Read more.
U of O student takes education to the next level
Kelsey Schmitz is looking at the value of video games in the classroom Photo: Remi Yuan Students of all ages spend a lot of time unwinding after class by... Read more.
A look at LRT construction near the U of O
City promises minimal delays Map: ottawa.ca/confederationline The City of Ottawa will be going full steam ahead with construction of the Light Rail Transit... Read more.
Briefs: Telfer donation, Ottawa girls honoured, and airline regulations
Telfer alumnus gives another $1.5M to his alma mater The University of Ottawa announced this month that alumnus Camille Villeneuve donated another $1.5... Read more.
SFUO postpones rape culture workshops
Fed body reps say they were prepared to host them despite earlier criticism Photo: Mackenzie Powell The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa... Read more.
U of O prof finds there’s no best-before date for blood
Study findings indicate a major breakthrough in blood transfusions Photo: DUP Photos, CC, flickr.com A new study by researchers at the University of... Read more.
Jer’s Vision rings in 10th anniversary with rebrand
Centre to show off world’s ‘first and only gay object’ at gala Photo: Adam Feibel Jer’s Vision, an Ottawa-based non-profit organization that... Read more.
Research speeds up TB treatment in Nunavut
Higher incidence of TB, with understaffed hospitals Photo: Courtesy Deborah Van Dyk Despite tuberculosis (TB) rates being 50 times higher than the rest... Read more.
Florida stripper charged in hit-and-run of former U of O student
A 26-year-old Florida woman has been charged with a hit-and-run in Miami that has left former University of Ottawa student, Alexander Sanghwan in critical... Read more.