Inter-journalism
The 21st century—the epoch of technological revolution—has given rise to a uniquely modern style of journalism. Current event stories used to be the domain of those with formal journalistic education, […]
Protesting the protest
The recent anti-war rally outside the Halifax International Security Forum on Nov. 17 devolved into a disturbing display contesting Israel’s defensive operations in Gaza. Individuals participating in the protest wielded […]
Out with materialism, in with religion
The seasonal shift from autumn’s crisp leaves and warm apple cider to winter’s tranquil snowy mornings and gingerbread men is underway. The gentle beauty of the snowflake on the window […]
Intrepid student explorers
When students venture to Halifax for post-secondary education they may find themselves confined to a bare and lonely existence, limited to lives spent in dungeon-like classrooms and a dimly lit […]
Work/study balance
The Globe and Mail’s ongoing series “Our time to lead” explores the current state of the Canadian higher education system. The series investigates various approaches to education, both in Canada […]
Possible revenge of the nerds
From The Big Bang Theory to the hipster across the hall, the image of the nerd has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years. The over-the-top intellectual was once an object […]