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Stories from a solo traveler about trying something new The acme of 2024 occurred early, just how I wanted it to. It was a snowy January week when I impulsively booked a solo trip to San Francisco. I’m still not exactly sure why I did it. Maybe it was because I...
The SAMU Executive Committee (EC) plays an integral part on campus, from overseeing the general manager to being responsible for the campus environment and resources for students. Each position is responsible for a different portfolio of responsibilities....
According to the massage therapy and acupuncture students, the benefits of these practices are endless, especially at MacEwan University If you’re a university student, odds are that you’ve been stressed before. There can be comfort in knowing that everyone else...
Podcaster, comedian, and former Nickelodeon star Josh Peck is coming to MacEwan University for a live conversation on Thursday, March 14. The show is a part of SAMU’s Speaker Series, which brings celebrities and public figures to MacEwan’s campus to speak about...
A few weeks ago, I attempted to make one of the hardest dishes known to man. (Clearly it isn’t one of the hardest dishes known to woman, because I nailed it.) But, let’s back up a bit. Every year, when the temperature drops and I don’t want an outrageously...
Psychiatric nursing: MacEwan’s not-so-long distance sister program For the past fifty years, MacEwan University has been home to many diverse and specialized programs. And these programs aren’t just limited to Edmonton’s downtown city centre campus. In Ponoka,...
I’ve struggled with adult acne for years, and now, I’m telling my story As a teenager, there’s nothing worse than waking up to see a huge pimple on your face. Except for when you’re not a teenager. As an adult, the self-inflicted torture and anxiety-riddling skin...
In recent years, Hockey Canada has been involved in multiple scandals, leaving stakeholders to depend on new diversity, equity and inclusion frameworks. Some of the biggest scandals over the past few years, from sexual misconduct to misused national funds, have led...
Disclaimer: This review may contain spoilers. The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is an intensely important prequel to the Hunger Games series, dating back to the first film in 2012. “A little hope is effective,” says Donald Sutherland’s character,...
Thrifting culture in Edmonton has become quite the phenomenon, encouraging shoppers to pick up old clothing pieces. Edmonton is known for many things: donairs, nightlife, and hockey. But, why isn’t fashion on the list? Unlike some other Canadian cities,...
The Griff went to EIFF, ate lots of popcorn, watched the movies, and reviewed five films that you should watch too. From Sept. 21 to Oct. 1, I had the pleasure of attending the Edmonton International Film Festival. After attending last year’s festival and returning...
With sexually transmitted infections on the rise, where can students get tested and how can we reduce the stigma? When you hear the term “safe sex”, you probably envision the same thing I do: a woman, around 60 years old, standing in front of you and putting a...
“People in Canada can’t see this content” is one of the most seen phrases on social media these past few weeks. So, let’s back up and explain what this means. In June of 2023, Canada’s Government passed Bill C-18, or the Online News Act — a law that aims to give...
Spoiler Warning: This review contains some revealing information about scenes, and discusses some major points presented in the film. Written, directed, and produced by Todd Field, TÁR is a whopping almost-three-hours of brilliant music, breathtaking acting, and...
On April 5, originally-elected candidate Ismaeel El-Hakim fell short by 86 votes behind his months-long political rival, Jakob Cardinal in a by-election for the VP External of SAMU. In March, El-Hakim finished with a whopping 875 votes, and was named unofficial...