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Faculty protest could damage students’ jobs

A working student's opinion on the potential faculty strike. Opinions Logo

By Samantha Elmsley, Contributor
• February 14, 2012

Walking (not busing) home from campus yesterday, I had two thoughts about the weather: 1) You know you’ve lost your Ontarian edge when -15 …

The lonely student’s guide to Valentine’s Day

Top ten best places on campus to seek out solo pleasure. Heart

By Rob Sangster-Poole, Asst. Online Editor/Food Columnist
• February 14, 2012

with files from Nick Wright and other random people
On Valentine’s Day last year, the Gazette posted a little piece online rating the top 10 …

Frosh in love

The downside to a relationship at the beginning of university Not everyone ends up this happy. Photo by Angela Gzowski

By Nick Laugher, Staff Contributor
• February 10, 2012

Everyone’s introduction to university life usually follows the same basic structure: a chaotic tempest of relentless partying, ordering terrible Chinese food, juggling class schedules …

Campus construction

Dal’s facelift makes students come undone Construction at Dal is a real hassle. Photo by Angela Gzowski

By Alesia Hebb, Contributor
• February 3, 2012

From the classroom to my residence, campus is ravaged with construction. A large backhoe swings beside the Killam Library and “crosswalk closed” signs are …

The “R” word

Word choice shows societal prejudice Word choice matters. Photo by Angela Gzowski

By Samantha Elmsley, Contributor
• January 27, 2012

I was sitting in the SUB last week, munching on a slice of pizza bigger than my face, when I overheard the conversation of …

Democracy Day

Students take action, with or without their “union” Students at last year's Day of Action. Photo by Pau Balite

By Aaron Beale, Opinions Contributor
• January 27, 2012

By Aaron Beale and J.D. Hutton, Opinions Contributors
“All out Feb 1,” say signs and pamphlets across campus. “Reduce tuition fees!” say pins and stickers …

Doing the Local-Motion

A student living in residence attempts to go locavore. Local produce. Photo by Jonathan Rotsztain

By Alesia Hebb, Contributor
• January 13, 2012

Last semester I took part in a challenge to become a locavore—someone who eats only local foods—as part of an environmental ethics project. The …

SRI results to be released online

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By Richard Clark, Opinions Contributor
• January 9, 2012

Reading your prof’s ratings
 
Dalhousie students are going to get a look at how their peers rate their professors thanks to changes approved by the …

How safe is Dal at night?

Dal is feeling unsafe at night. Photo via Flickr Maxwell GS

By Alesia Hebb, Contributor
• November 25, 2011

Recent events make safety on campus a cause for concern
Dalhousie no longer feels incredibly safe at night. Walking alone in downtown Halifax after dark …

Caught in the web

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By Nick Laugher, Staff Contributor
• November 18, 2011

Facebook’s advancements detract from our social experiences
If Jean Baudrillard was right, we’re living in the hyperreality. Facebook is the simulacrum, and we’re just perpetuating …