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Study tests effect of exercise on cancer
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
A group of researchers from the University of Alberta are teaming up with the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton and clinics in Calgary to see if breast cancer patients can increase their survival rates with exercise.
CUP: UOttawa library pilots iPad rental program
OTTAWA (CUP) — A University of Ottawa library began renting iPads to students, staff, and faculty members on Aug. 8, in an attempt to facilitate and foster research. Following the examples of universities like McGill and Concordia, the Morisset Library staff have launched a pilot program they believe will aid students in learning.
Documents support admin claims of Lister problems
Despite public denial from Students’ Union, Lister incident reports reveal serious health and safety concerns with residence culture
April Hudson, News Editor
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
Documents that The Gateway obtained through a FOIP request have revealed serious health and safety concerns in Lister Residence at the University of Alberta.
President’s Address kicks off the start of the school year
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
Over a thousand first-year University of Alberta students swarmed the Hawrelak Park amphitheatre Monday evening for the annual President’s Address, wrapping up two days of orientation that introduced newcomers to the university.
U of A Aboriginal advocate wins award
April Hudson, News Editor
A chancellor emeritus at the University of Alberta has been recognized by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business for the work he has done in Aboriginal relations.
Fulbright scholars eager for new year
April Hudson, News Editor
The University of Alberta has welcomed two Fulbright scholars into its midst for the fall semester.
Assault awareness hits the streets
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
Edmonton organizers are gearing up for this year’s Sexual Assault Awareness Week, which features events aimed to raise awareness of sexual violence against women.
Algae threatens Canadian lakes
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
A grad student at the University of Alberta has discovered that lakes across Canada have been contaminated by strains of algae species that produce toxins.
Tech society offers space to students
April Hudson, News Editor
A new space for students has opened its doors in Edmonton.
New program takes service learning to the next level
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
As the University of Alberta’s Community Service Learning program nears its 10 year anniversary, the program directors are about to give their students a slice of the PIE: Partners in Education.
Summer in review
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
Some big news happened this summer, and for those of you who haven’t been around, here’s a quick recap of _The Gateway’s_ top stories.
Engineering grad wins scholarship
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
A prestigious $35,000 scholarship has been awarded to an Electrical and Computer Engineering grad student at the U of A in the field of Wireless Communications.
Students track Enbridge pipeline
SASKATOON (CUP) — For 14 days in late July and early August, two University of Saskatchewan students travelled the 1772-kilometre route of Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline. During this time they took photos, captured video and documented the personal stories of residents of the communities along the pipeline’s projected path.
Global gaming hits Edmonton
Katelyn Hoffart, Staff Reporter
Researchers are now able to get a more in depth look at global gaming culture thanks to new partnerships that are forming between the University of Alberta and institutes in Japan.
SU health and safety understanding at odds with admin explanation
Scott Fenwick, Gateway Staff
The University of Alberta Students’ Union has approved a large sum of money for unbudgeted expenses, without disclosing where the money will be going to.
Board of Governors — May 10, 2013
05/13/2013
Chivalry Should Die
05/02/2013
The remnants of chivalry still linger today, especially in the dating world.
The Best of Gateway Multimedia 2012-13
Varsity Sports Awards [Gallery]
Board of Governors — May 10, 2013
05/13/2013
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.
