Another University Student’s Council presidential election is upon us and with that comes the arduous task of choosing a representative to head one of the country’s largest student governments. While past years have brought a sense of excitement, the most we can summon for the 2010 election is a collective ... (more)
If there’s one thing the 2010 University Students’ Council presidential election needs, it’s a little bit of fun and humour. In order to add some levity to their situation we have humbly put forward our favourite election moments thus far. The Gazette loves candidates who don’t take themselves seriously. With ... (more)
This year, for the first time, CBS air an advertisement endorsing an anti-abortion perspective during the Super Bowl. Starring college superstar quarterback Tim Tebow and his mother, the ad has sparked controversy even before airing. The networks have enforced strict policy against overtly politicized ads — until now. It seems curious ... (more)
The Grammy Awards show, dubbed music’s greatest night, has been known both as a way for talented artists to be recognized, as well as a means for them to showcase their talent. While performances have always been an integral part of the show, it’s questionable whether this theatrical aspect is ... (more)
Look around campus. There’s a distinct formula being followed by University Students’ Council residential contenders. Start with an army of bright T-shirt-clad campaigners, add a flashy YouTube video, toss in truckloads of lawn signs, and there you have it –– a typical campaign. And all of it is geared to garner ... (more)
Though fisheries and oceans minister Gail Shea might have expected her press conference to pass by without a tofu cream pie to the face, a protester from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals ensured otherwise. The attack, prompted by outrage at Canada’s annual seal hunt, has brought newfound attention ... (more)
Did you taste the smarminess in the air yesterday? Smell the empty promises in the Social Science Centre? Hear the joyous ring of pandering in the Atrium? The Gazette sure did — must be elections season. Here’s a couple things the Gazette would like to see out of 2010’s University ... (more)
It’s now common practice for professors to write or edit their own textbooks and then assign them to their courses. While some students may find this useful, others may question whether there is a conflict of interest. Some instructors may assign their own textbooks to add value to their course, but ... (more)
The images of the devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti shocked the entire world. It sparked many students into action, with many groups on campus attempting to set up fundraisers for the Haitian people. As we watched charities and student groups campaign for Haiti, a question arose — could this process ... (more)
Ten years ago, the film Fight Club’s message about rebelling against society through violence spawned countless imitations across North America. Now, with the in-your-face — but controlled — brutality of mixed martial arts and the Ultimate Fighting Championship, is organized physical violence gaining more popularity? The recent news of a ... (more)












