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The kids aren’t all right
There’s no doubt everyone wanted to leave the chaos, unpleasantries and bad news behind in 2020. However, it does not seem like 2021 got the memo. Even with vaccinations rolling out throughout the world, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect students’ lives. International students may have the extra burden of sitting through classes, completing projects…
Read MoreDalhousie Poets: aftershock
This piece was written after the earthquake in Izmir, Turkey on October 30, 2020.
Read MoreOn being home, mental health and reconnecting
Back in March, Dalhousie University announced all classes would be online for the rest of the winter 2020 semester. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the university asked students to go home. For me, it almost felt like I was being deported. Moving back home meant flying all the way back to Turkey. Everything happened too…
Read MoreDal scholars strike for change
Professors strike to protest anti-Black police violence and support racial justice.
Read MoreAn evening at a cilingir sofrasi
Raki is a traditional Turkish drink. Although it can be made using different fruits, the main ingredient is usually grapes and it’s generally flavoured with anise.
Read MoreMichael Fernandes and the art of experimentation
Nova Scotian artist Michael Fernandes, who lives in East Dover, was recently awarded a prestigious Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts.
Read MoreThe King’s Chorus celebrates a milestone anniversary
The King’s Chorus celebrates ten years of making music and community. The group was created by three King’s students, one of whom still directs the chorus.
Read MoreForest Town: an anthology play and massive collaboration
Unnatural Disaster Theatre company’s latest show is a collaboration between 11 playwrights. The play looks at gender discrimination throughout history.
Read MoreWhat’s with all the Stephen King movies?
Over the decades there have been dozens of film and TV adaptations of Stephen King’s work. What makes the popular author’s stories so adaptable?
Read MoreTheatre du Poulet pushes the boundaries of performance
The local theatre company recently finished their run of Settle Elsewhere, an experimental production that explored the daily lives of immigrants.
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