MacEwan University’s student publication. Honest reporting, quality media, and good vibes.
The Muttart Conservatory is one Edmonton landmark that may not seem like a typical spot to take a date, but in actuality has a surprising potential for romance. Every Wednesday evening the Muttart hosts Adult Only nights — no risk of screaming children ruining your...
The Lingnan is an interesting restaurant in that the outside is rather unassuming, but don’t let that fool you. When you walk through the doors you are met by a giant statue, and then immediately to your left, a large aquarium with a few token koi fish swimming...
October is here and the Fall semester is in full swing. We’re all feeling pretty comfortable about where we sit in the semester — finals are months away, you’ve figured out your schedule, and the stress of midterms has yet to sink in. Easing into the semester can...
I was 14 years old the first time someone tried to convince me of a conspiracy theory. It was in Grade 9, as I was sitting in a film studies class, that my teacher tried to convince us that 9/11 was an inside job. It didn’t really sink in at the time. I was...
There are plenty of things to do on the weekends or Friday nights, but dates and fun excursions don’t need to be confined to two evenings. For those who are looking to spend some time out and about on the weekdays, On the Rocks has great events that run...
Why did you decide to start this club? I started it because there’s not really any way for advanced dancers to dance at MacEwan University, and continue to perform and have classes and stuff like that. So, I’ve been thinking about it for a long time and I was like,...
True crime stories are often depicted as a form of entertainment rather than purely news stories. Netflix shows like Making a Murderer and I Am a Killer, or the plethora of true crime podcasts, all point to the allure criminal stories have. Although it seems as if...
Block 1912 is a locally owned café that sits in the heart of historic Whyte Ave. Jorel Pipen, one of the café’s co-owners, purchased the space with his family in 2006. “We bought it from relatives of ours … and they opened it in 1992. So technically we say it’s...
Being asked to bring a dessert is a common request, and something that can be rather daunting. When figuring out a dessert there are many factors that need to be considered. This includes who’s going to be eating the treat and if there are any dietary restrictions....
University student demographics are changing, and student populations are no longer made up primarily of recent high school graduates, says Irfan Chaudhry, director of the Office of Human Rights, Diversity, and Equity. With this changing demographic comes an...
The Rendezvous Pub hosted a number of bands Sunday, Sept. 2. Two of the opening bands, Shotgunner and Fear of City from Edmonton, were already off the stage by the time I arrived at the pub. The two final bands travelled from Vancouver to provide a great show...
Environmentally friendly, natural light, a moss wall, and a welcoming atmosphere. After 12 years of planning, the Students’ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) broke ground on their new building last year. Many of the final details are being decided and...