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Board of Governors — May 10, 2013
Michelle Mark, News Editor
Talk on “commitment,” “excellence” and “unity” dominated Friday’s Board of Governors meeting, as members continue to address financial pressures and determine their next steps in the wake of the budget cut.
U of A and Students’ Union reach settlement over Lister policy changes
Michelle Mark, News Editor
After nearly a year of stalled negotiations and attempted compromises, the University of Alberta and the Students’ Union have settled the Lister judicial review case, bringing it to a close less than three weeks from the first scheduled court appearance.
Voluntary leave solves salary freeze conundrum
April Hudson, News Editor
The University of Alberta is no stranger to criticism about the amount of money central administration members make, and now it has responded to that criticism by announcing a voluntary alternative to salary freezes.
Art remembers residential school survivors
Philippe de Montigny, Gateway Writer
The art and words of younger generations are being immortalized in commemorative art exhibits dedicated to those who suffered in Canada’s residential schools.
Law library to restrict summer access, limit fall/winter services
April Hudson, News Editor
As the university gears up to deal with provincial budget cuts, its libraries are trying to find new ways to save money.
Staff and students unite against letter of expectation
Group leaders take on Campus Alberta model
April Hudson, News Editor
The Myer Horowitz Lobby hosted an unprecedented fusion of high-profile university groups Tuesday afternoon for a statement against the government’s recently-released draft letter of expectation.
Dance group attempts to throw world’s largest viral dance party
Michelle Mark, News Editor
Dozens of students took to Van Vliet’s main gym Saturday afternoon to dance their way out of exam stress, and into a possible new world record.
U of A ranks 22 out of 54 medical research universities listed on global report card
Andrea Ross, Gateway Staff
Although the University of Alberta considers itself a world leader in public research, it scored a grade of C on the newly released University Global Health Impact Report Card.
Video competition spotlights student groups
Billy-Ray Belcourt, Gateway Staff
U of A student groups are vying for campus fame in this year’s Student Group Showcase video contest — a Student Group Services (SGS) initiative promising to shine a spotlight on campus’s most inspirational organizations.
Eco-car team barred from international competition
Car held up at American border by wrong paperwork
April Hudson, News Editor
After a year of preparation, the U of A’s eco-car team set out for Houston in hopes of running their recently-completed design in the annual Shell Eco-Marathon competition.
CUP: Montreal crackdown on rights to protest continue as Quebec unrest flares up again
MONTREAL (CUP) — “Aha, I fixed it! Now I can make giant bubbles next time — if there is a next time,” said Steve Camille, while adjusting his large blue bubble maker.
Ryerson students demand refund for ineffective course
TORONTO (CUP) — Students at Ryerson’s Chang School of Continuing Education are demanding a refund for a course they say has taught them nothing nine weeks into the Winter semester.
Scientists see through city smog
Andrea Ross, Gateway Staff
On a clear winter’s day in Edmonton, a hazy layer can be seen lurking along the skyline — a telltale sign of pollution that has been getting worse. Usually associated with bigger cities, smog has recently plagued Edmonton, and two U of A researchers are on a quest to find a solution to the city’s smelly problem.
Council Forum — April 2, 2013
Michelle Mark, News Editor
“I can’t take credit for this remark, but it has been posited before that we call it the I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter-dome.”
— Vice-President Andy Cheema, in response to a question about which condiment the Universiade Pavilion will next be named after.
Administration reaches out to community for budget feedback
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
A small gathering of staff, faculty and students assembled in ECHA Friday afternoon for a forum to discuss a draft letter of expectation received from the provincial government on March 22.
Board of Governors — May 10, 2013
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