Opinion
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Alexander Cook Vice-president (international and enterprise) doesn’t prioritize students
It’s become increasingly clear that the University of Alberta is greatly concerned with revenue and rankings. So it should come…
Read More » - Nicola Anderson
Marble Pedestal: Rainy days
Yes, I do look like a drowned rat when I forget my umbrella on a rainy day — sad, wet,…
Read More » - Christien Ford
UASU needs to use its sway over CAUS
With recent funding cuts, student advocacy has proved essential for post-secondary students. The University of Alberta Students’ Union (UASU) plays…
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Issues with decorum take away from real problems
Canadian politics isn’t all too popular among international media — the spotlight usually settles on the more dramatic American politics.…
Read More » - Emily Williams
Marble Pedestal: Orchestral music in LRT stations
If I asked you to envision a pleasant experience, I’m willing to bet that riding public transportation doesn’t come to…
Read More » - Rosty Soroka
Without clear bylaws, the UASU can’t ensure just elections
Disclosure: I was a vice-president (academic) candidate in the 2024 UASU election and was disqualified from the race for exceeding…
Read More » - Richard Siemens
Misunderstandings about 15-minute cities hold Edmonton back
Tired of having to drive everywhere? What if you could walk to your local cafe, grocery store, and health clinic…
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Canada Day can’t be just a celebration
As someone who was born and raised in Canada, I’ve attended local Canada Day celebrations almost every year. Growing up,…
Read More » - Helen Zhang
Students deserve more than inaction from the EDI office
In theory, having an office dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is great for a university. In practice, it…
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Nenshi’s victory shows NDP is united and ready for a fight
To almost very few people’s surprise, Naheed Nenshi won the Alberta New Democratic Party‘s (NDP) leadership race on June 22.…
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