U of O study shows link between declining bee population, climate change
Peter Soroye studies the effects of climate change on the bumblebee population and how to save them A new study conducted by a student at the University of... Read more.
Students protest outside U of O president’s office for better mental health services
Content warning: Suicide About a dozen protesters sat outside of University of Ottawa president Jacques Frémont’s office for hours on Wednesday to... Read more.
The Art of Sound: How the LRT got its chime and voice
Other transit chimes used as inspiration when developing Confederation Line melody Every city’s metro system has an iconic chime and voice for... Read more.
UOSU revokes club status of anti-abortion group
Club can no longer access funding or resources through the student union An anti-abortion group on campus has lost its club status after months of heated... Read more.
So you want to drop out or change your program — now what?
Read this if you’re considering dropping out or changing majors At first, Aly Turner thought it was moving to a new city that made her feel like she... Read more.
Ottawa marks 20th Transgender Day of Remembrance
Names of 331 trans and non-binary folk who were killed over the past year read out at vigil It took over 30 minutes to read all 331 names of trans and... Read more.
Local programmer creates website to fill gaps in LRT delay notifications
Not all heroes wear capes Commuters are often left in the dark when it comes to notifications of problems with the new LRT line, but a local software... Read more.
U of O’s Refugee Hub partners with chocolate maker for sweet fundraiser
The University of Ottawa’s Refugee Hub has partnered with a Canadian chocolate factory to develop a sweet way to raise funds and help welcome newcomers to... Read more.
U of O students who serve reflect on Remembrance Day
To mark Remembrance Day, the Fulcrum spoke with a handful of students at the University of Ottawa who are members of the Canadian Army Reserves to discuss how... Read more.
OC Transpo brings back some buses as LRT issues persist
Overcrowding, delays, and other issues are causing many transit users headaches Some OC Transpo buses are back in service this week at the request of the... Read more.
Man dies after stabbing in ByWard Market
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) says a man has died after a stabbing in the ByWard Market on Thursday night. Officers responded to a man with serious... Read more.
Police confirm student death off campus
On Wednesday, the Ottawa Police Service confirmed the off-campus death of a University of Ottawa student, president Jacques Frémont said in an email to... Read more.
Indigenous cultural celebration promotes resources for students
Rain didn't stop the festivities hosted by the U of O Indigenous Student Association University of Ottawa students gathered in the University Centre on... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier PPC candidate looks to confront opioid crisis
This interview is part of our series of articles profiling the Ottawa-Vanier candidates in the upcoming federal election on Oct. 21. Each candidate was asked... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier independent candidate wants to see change in voting system
Keegan Bennett says he doesn’t want to be an MP, but he hopes people vote for him to push for electoral reform This interview is part of our series of... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier NDP candidate focuses on the future generation
Stephanie Mercier says she understands her communities’ needs through struggles with student debt, work as a nurse This interview is part of our series... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier Communist Party candidate looks to fight poverty, tax the rich
Michelle Paquette says she wants to ban unpaid internships and make post-secondary education free This interview is part of our series of articles... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier Liberal candidate looking for reelection
Mona Fortier prioritizing affordable housing, fighting climate crisis This interview is part of our series of articles profiling the Ottawa-Vanier... Read more.
Ottawa-Vanier Green Party candidate looks to reduce poverty, homelessness
Oriana Ngabirano discusses her life experience around addiction issues, housing, and living in the community This interview is part of our series of... Read more.
U of O will ‘accommodate’ students who attend climate crisis protest, won’t cancel classes
University of Ottawa students gathered in the Senate meeting on Monday to push for the cancellations of classes during a global climate crisis protest, but the... Read more.
U of O campus organizations face financial uncertainty as opt in deadline nears
The provincial government’s Student Choice Initiative (SCI) is putting campus organizations at the University of Ottawa in financial limbo, without a sense... Read more.
U of O profs, students hit ByWard Market to encourage diversity in STEMM
Scientists take to the streets to inspire women and girls to pursue careers in science, engineering, medicine The ByWard Market was full of its regular... Read more.
Engineers find an alternative solution for ‘purpling’ after dye recall
Health Canada’s recall of the type of medical dye engineering students typically use to paint themselves purple during 101 Week had University of Ottawa... Read more.
U of O ranks within the top 150 in World University Rankings
University jumps to 141st spot with high marks in international outlook, citations The University of Ottawa has made the top 150 of the Times Higher... Read more.
UOSU francophone affairs commissioner looks to promote language inclusivity
Roy looks to introduce bilingualism program, ‘break that language barrier’ The Fulcrum is interviewing each of the four University of Ottawa Students’... Read more.