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On the first day of classes, I woke up bright and early to make it to my eight a.m. (brutal I know). Spoiler alert: I didn’t. It wasn’t because I was running late, it was because it took me 30 minutes to even find a place to park. Cherry on top? I still...
Originally published on January 1, 2025. CORRECTION: The photo of Simar Nayar's BMW 335is is misattributed. The photo is by Leo, or @flickz.lp on Instagram. We apologize for the error. Meet Karen, the 2003 Subaru Forester Cross Sports JDM Thomas Beliveau, president...
Hey! How’s this past semester been? If you’re doing fine, that’s excellent! If, on the other hand, you’re wincing or grimacing and want a short and sweet list of tips and tricks from a soon-to-be grad, I’ve got your back. Let’s dive right into it. I’m having...
How MacEwan’s Theatre Department made my viewing of Heathers! The Musical “Beautiful.” MacEwan’s Theatre Department’s production of Heathers: The Musical showed their loving audience a great time. On the night of Thursday, November 28, I was one of the many excited...
Changes were put into effect in December The MacEwan University Library will be changing over its catalogue software at the end of the semester. The change will improve the look and functionality of the library search bar and make it easier to borrow resources from...
I think I speak for most when I say that knowing what you want to be when you grow up is not as easy as they made it seem back in pre-school when we were asked on graduation day. We are not really prepared enough for the world. Growing up in kindergarten, we were...
An invigorating look at the hidden meanings of our campus’ cadaverous botany. Originally published on November 1, 2024. As we begin to brave the winter, we can look back and appreciate the now-defunct florals that once decorated MacEwan’s campus. One way to...
The Right Hon. Mary Simon spoke at MacEwan on digital responsibility, increasing polarizations, and solutions for abuses Canadians face online As part of her first official visit to the province as Governor-General, the Right Hon. Mary Simon made a stop at MacEwan...
Exploring Mary Imrie and Jean Wallbridge’s lives, love, and their impact on Edmonton. Originally published on November 1, 2024. Exhibition names are flashy. The names are carefully crafted to capture a reader’s imagination and leave them longing to understand the...
MacEwan Student Sells His Novel on Campus A lot of things happen at SAMU, but it’s not every day you come across a student author selling his novel on campus. I decided to give into my inner bookworm and bought the novel: The Malignancy by Liam Wilson. Wilson...
One day I came across a TikTok by Mel Robbins where she offered a piece of advice that really stood out to me: study in a different location every day for at least 30 minutes. So, I set myself out on a mission to study in every single building at MacEwan...
68 per cent of votes were against removing the break for next year A vote to remove MacEwan’s fall reading break fell flat at Monday’s general faculties council meeting, and the 2025/2026 academic schedule was finalized, with the break untouched. The decision...
Some MacEwan students were charged for NARCAN Nasal Spray kits handed out at Fall Fest, when they were supposed to be free. Around 130 students covered by SAMU’s Health & Dental Benefits Plan had their plans charged, according to a statement issued by SAMU in...
Originally published on October 1, 2024 The first song of Fall Fest 2024 hit my chest and made me jump. The Misfortune Tellers came out swinging after waiting nine months to headline this year’s Fall Fest. The band reigned victorious against four others...
A quick recap of SAMU’s buzzing autumn concert. Originally published on October 1, 2024 On Sept. 6, the south side of Building Six erupted with sound and festivities. SAMU’s 2024 Fall Fest settled into the first week of the fall semester equipped with awesome...