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Reading Time: 2 minutesAs a fast-paced first person multiplayer shooter with around 5-10 minutes in gameplay, it’s the perfect solution for students who are looking for a short game to play between classes or want a short break from studying or to play in between classes.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe festival runs Oct. 3–16, after which the market will come together for a (surprisingly lady-friendly) Sausage Party.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs much as we all don’t want to admit it, a big part of the whole studying abroad experience actually involves going to class.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf Bon Iver’s last album was leaving the cabin, this project is the maturation and growing process. No longer trapped in the woods, Vernon’s forgotten Emma and is finally working on himself—and as fans, we’re reaping the rewards.
Reading Time: 3 minutesFall fashion is not only the most versatile, but also the most flattering to anyone who dresses for the season. It’s clear that many students at the University of Ottawa know this, because strolling around campus every direction you turn there is a fashionista or fashionisto effortlessly strutting their style.
Reading Time: 2 minutesEven though Orwell imagined the novel as a “what-if” scenario, a threat like massive government surveillance and censorship is still a reality for people living in certain parts of the world.
Reading Time: 2 minutesDirected by Eleanor Crowder under Bear and Company Theatre group, the classic play was given a unique twist though its use of fire dancing, stunning sword fights, and original music.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis year’s event showcased zombies from all walks of life, ranging from the graphically gory to the whimsical.
Reading Time: 2 minutesJaeyoung Chong, a fourth-year student with a bachelor of music in performance, has been playing the cello for thirteen years, and has taken part in various youth orchestras and solo works.
Reading Time: 3 minutesFall is a great time to experiment with some cult classic trends, like darker shades for your lips, graphic glitter for your eyes, and peachy tones to have you rivalling the runway.
Reading Time: 3 minutesLooking for some new music to keep you inspired this fall? Look no further than The Fulcrum’s top picks for the best indie albums of 2016.
Reading Time: 2 minutes“The drinking age here is 18, which means that their Frosh Week can include more alcohol infused events and the majority of first years are allowed to indulge.”
Reading Time: 2 minutesSunday’s show featured a variety of designs ranging from the practical to the quirky. Highlights included glittery ensembles by Amira & Nasreen and Sabrina Oxford’s fairytale-esque capes.
Reading Time: 3 minutes“For me, songwriting is a therapy. Personally I deal with a lot of mental health issues, one of the major ones being depression, another one being insomnia, so I have a lot of songs that actually get inspiration from those dark feelings.”
Reading Time: 2 minutesEssentially advertised as a student-friendly rave, ELE Fest featured tons of Ottawa artists, staying true to its theme of supporting the community and showcasing local talent.
Reading Time: 2 minutesChinatown, one of the most diverse and colourful areas of Ottawa, will be transformed into an indoor and outdoor art show over the next two months.
Reading Time: 2 minutesToronto-based comedian Kelsey Ryan hosted the event, and comedians with a variety of different backgrounds and levels of experience told jokes about everything from period sex to street harassment to abortion.
Reading Time: 3 minutesGot a three-hour break between classes and want to play some Street Fighter? Caffeine 1UP, Ottawa’s newest gaming café, has got you covered!
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you want to get a better in-depth look at the birth of the modern film industry, look no further than Seven Samurai.
Reading Time: 3 minutesStarted by a handful of fine arts graduates from the University of Ottawa in 1991, this artist co-op has since taken over the local art scene for decades now.
Reading Time: 3 minutesDonning fishnet stockings, crop tops, bikinis, and some going topless, SlutWalk 2016 heralded a strong political message.
Reading Time: 2 minutesSaturday’s itinerary consisted of 17 acts on three different stages, including Canada’s own Fred Penner, Basia Bulat, and The New Pornographers.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis past Thursday, professional gamer Stephanie Harvey sat down with some University of Ottawa students to talk game development, professional gaming, and bullying in the video game community.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWith Gambino almost exclusively producing the entire record, there are tracks that hit every note that you want to hit in a hip hop album—corny, sad, excited, and even political.
