Vintage clothing vendors and how some MacEwan students feel about them
An outdoor vintage market in Edmonton. Amanda Erickson/The Griff University students are the target demographic for vintage shops. Did you know that vintage clothing vendors pop up at MacEwan? Remember when ‘thrift’ was a dirty word? Hard to believe there was a time not so long ago where thrifting was something people were embarrassed to be caught doing. But then something in pop culture changed. All of a sudden people were proud thrifters. Compliments on someone’s jackets were followed with the words “Thank you, I thrifted it!” followed by a price worth bragging about. It was even more impressive if you could tote around how old the item was. Vintage items are still highly coveted for their quality and authenticity. It’s this high...
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A big cheque from MacEwan takes pressure off the Pantry
$100,000 goes to the SAMU food bank Hampers at the campus food bank will be getting a major top-up after MacEwan gave the SAMU Pantry a contribution of $100,000 this week. The money comes from...
Executive committee elections and U-Pass referendum results
No existing members return, best voter turnout in years
SAMU EC ELECTIONS: President
Nathan Poon Nathan Poon does not want to be a laissez-faire leader. His approach to leadership is having a strong team by his side as he elbows his way into important conversations with MacEwan...
SAMU EC ELECTIONS: Vice-president academic
Deqa Elmi Like most candidates in this year’s elections, affordability is her biggest concern, but part of why Deqa Elmi is running as vice-president (academic) is so she can push for more...
SAMU EC ELECTIONS: Vice-president external
Richard Walker I met Richard Walker in a secret room at MacEwan. I say secret because it’s a place where Walker can find alone time to study and work. “It's empty and I can focus, because if I'm...
SAMU EC ELECTIONS: Vice-president student life
Aleace Moom Aleace Moom is running to be elected as vice-president (student life). Last year, she was appointed to the role after the position was left vacant last April. During her time as...
SAMU EC ELECTIONS: Vice-president governance and finance
Jay Forcier Even if it means more competition, Jay Forcier says they’re excited to see so many candidates turn out for this year’s executive committee elections. Getting people involved on campus...
How relying on AI can negatively affect students
AI is a powerful tool for students and non-students alike. It saves time, helps with homework, and is arguably efficient. But what is the cost of artificial intelligence? Students are...
The Griff sees Beetlejuice the Musical
Beetlejuice the Musical is an over-the-top, raunchy, and hilarious adaptation of the original 1988 film. If you’re a fan of the film, the musical will satisfy your nostalgia, while its...
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