By Erick Maleko
On October 11, the University of Calgary unveiled its proposed master plan to overhaul MacEwan Student Centre. The plan is still in the consultation process, however, it proposes MSC become a state-of-the-art building with added space, flow and improved services for students. A town hall meeting was held on October 11 to collect students’ ideas… Continue reading Upgrading the heart of campus
By Erick Maleko
Two new students at the University of Calgary have been given life-changing opportunities. The U of C’s Student Refugee Program has provided funding for Augustine Gayang and Peter Kuany to pursue university education. At this time last year, they were both in a refugee camp and uncertain of their future. A year later, they’re at… Continue reading Dreams come true for two
By Erick Maleko
Over the past two decades, the numbers of international students in Canada has jumped from 37,000 to 90,000 — the world total is 3.7 million, according to the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada. As the population of international students and their economic impact continue to expand, federal immigration laws have become a major… Continue reading Breaking down barriers
By Erick Maleko
In a move to cover higher debt payments associated with the recently built Yamnuska Hall and to respond to increasing operating costs, University of Calgary room and meal plan rates will increase starting next year. After receiving recommendations from the Board of Governors, the increases were approved at the Feb. 21 Operations Committee meeting. Residence… Continue reading Residence rates on the rise
By Erick Maleko
Most university students spend time stressing over job prospects, but 22-year-old Zakir Hussein already operates a company with sales in the six digits. Third-year University of Calgary petroleum geology and environmental management student Hussein won the western Canada Student Entrepreneur of the Year award this February. On May 9, Hussein will go on to compete… Continue reading Turning your trash into cash
By Erick Maleko
The Canadian Alliance of Student AssociationsÂ, comprised of 26 students’ unions accross Canada, is lobbying the federal government to reduce fees for international students. The federal government and university administration say international students are not taxpayers, and therefore should not receive subsidized rates for tuition. International students pay tuition fees three times higher than domestic… Continue reading International student fees questioned
By Erick Maleko
Chris Palmer, a fifth-year student who is also currently serving as Haskayne’s representative to the Students’ Union, has recently launched the Strategic Management Association, a club for preparing students for a career in management consulting. Palmer noticed a lack of programs that equip students with case-solving skills. In addition to the fact that the school… Continue reading New club growing strategically
By Erick Maleko
The University of Calgary’s local grocery mart, Stör, will soon see an expansion. After renovations, Stör is set to gain about 50 per cent more floor space, leaving room for healthier food options. The decision to expand Stör resulted from the SU receiving student feedback indicating strong demand for a more diverse line-up of healthy… Continue reading Stör set to expand
By Erick Maleko
After nearly 10 years in development, the Haskayne School of Business will be joining other top-calibre business schools in the country with its construction of a new Finance and Trading Lab. Calgary billionaire N. Murray Edwards donated $500,000 to the construction of the lab, giving Haskayne the facilities needed to provide its finance students with… Continue reading Haskayne joins the ranks