Dalhousie
Students take action, with or without their “union”
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 …
A student living in residence attempts to go locavore.
By Alesia Hebb, Staff 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 …
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 …
By Alesia Hebb, Staff 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 …
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 …
By Alesia Hebb, Staff Contributor • November 11, 2011
Students need to show more respect for our veterans
As Remembrance Day approaches, the issue of respect towards our veterans always arises. The purpose of …
By Sam Vlessing, Opinions Contributor • November 11, 2011
Study spaces not adequate at Dal library
The Killam Library is a place of congregation where one can study, socialize, cram for exams, watch movies …
By Samantha Elmsley, Opinions Editor • November 4, 2011
Classes aren’t enough amongst Dal’s decaying gym facilities
It was 6:45 p.m, and I had an assignment due at 7:05. Having missed the bus, I …
By Nick Laugher, Staff Contributor • October 21, 2011
Dalhousie has room to make campus greener
Why is it that anytime someone mentions a new “green” project for Dalhousie, I instantly cringe and brace …
By Matt Ritchie, Opinions Editor • October 7, 2011
Binge drinking isn’t something new to students at university
It came as a big surprise to university students a month ago when it was announced …