Posts by Elizabeth Foster
Who the heck were the Almons?
The Almon family was a medical dynasty in Halifax. They contributed so much to medicine in Nova Scotia, but they also have a highly controversial history.
Read MoreIt’s a small world, after all
For these Dal and King’s students, dating in their small towns was a drastically different experience from dating in the city.
Read MoreTwenty years of LOVE
Halifax-based nonprofit Leave Out Violence Everywhere (LOVE) celebrated its 20th anniversary in January.
Read MoreNo strings attached
Menstrual cups are gaining more popularity as a cost-effective and environmentally-friendly alternative to pads and tampons.
Read MoreHannah Moscovitch on What a Young Wife Ought to Know
The Halifax- and Toronto-based playwright speaks about her most popular and acclaimed plays, and her long walk to success.
Read MoreDal alumna’s new podcast links academia with art
Dal alumna Carmel Mikol created a podcast calledHyacinth where she aims to present scholarly ideas to listeners in an accessible way.
Read MoreTake it from an American — vote
Canadians know a lot about American politics, but few Americans could tell you what’s going on in Canada at the provincial or even federal levels.
Read MoreThe hype about meatless burgers
Plant-based “meat” is all the hype right now. With a small environmental impact, will this new product change the future of food sustainability?
Read MoreTalking about women’s issues
King’s College student Katie Clarke recently had a play at the Halifax Fringe Festival. The play explores different perspectives of modern women.
Read MoreThe roommate diaries
Living with a complete stranger can be wonderful, or absolutely terrible. These Dalhousie and King’s students share their most memorable roommate stories.
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