Avenue Calgary recently crowned a new class of Top 40 Under 40 Calgarians. The University of Calgary’s influence was prevalent throughout the entire ceremony — from assistant dean Lara Cooke to Women’s Resource Centre executive director Stephanie Garrett. “Avenue’s Top 40 Under 40 is a celebration of the city’s young, bright leaders,” said Avenue editor… Continue reading University staff honoured in top-40 list
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Online exclusive: International Women’s Day
Half of the world’s population consists of females leaving an essential place for gender equality dialogue, not just in Canada, but globally. In 1975, the United Nations declared Mar. 8 would be celebrated as International Women’s Day. Women’s Resource Centre executive director Stephanie Garrett stressed the importance behind the day. “International Women’s Day is an… Continue reading Online exclusive: International Women’s Day
Women’s centre plans first African exchange program
In a bid to make the University of Calgary a more diverse community, the Women’s Resource Centre is working to create an exchange program to Kenya. Currently, the university does not have any exchange programs with African universities. Executive director of the WRC Stephanie Garrett thinks Kenya would be the perfect location to hold the… Continue reading Women’s centre plans first African exchange program
Stand by the girl and let her save herself
So now that women at the U of C have gotten “centred,” what’s next? The Women’s Resource Centre has been open since Oct. 18 and the place has not stopped buzzing with activity, laughter and wonderful new ideas that are helping women of diverse backgrounds to connect. The WRC is a women-focused space but we… Continue reading Stand by the girl and let her save herself
Tibet conference
By Вen Li
Students for a Free Tibet tried to educate students and the public on issues surrounding the disputed region this week."We figure the university is a good place to educate people on human rights and freedom in Tibet," said Stephanie Garrett, Co-executive director of the University of Calgary Students for a Free Tibet club.Garrett encourages students… Continue reading Tibet conference
It’s time for true representation at the U of C
I write this letter not simply in criticism of Rob South, the rest of the Students’ Union, and the Board of Governors, but also in criticism of all those apathetic students on campus who refuse to educate themselves on the issue of education.Over the past couple of weeks, a lot has happened as the "tuition… Continue reading It’s time for true representation at the U of C
Campus Women’s Centre honours alumnus, student
Wisdom, resilience and compassion were celebrated at a noon-hour awards ceremony which recognized two women who embody those characteristics. The University of Calgary Women’s Resource Centre presented Carol Oliver with the 2009 Distinguished Alumna Award and Adina Edwards with the 2009 Distinguished Student Award on Fri., Oct. 23. “There’s a number of different awards ceremonies… Continue reading Campus Women’s Centre honours alumnus, student
Does Campus Pro-Life deserve what it gets?
By Kiva Ferraro
This is not an article about abortion, so check your opinion on that issue at the door. I do not care whether you are an ardent supporter, a till-I-die opponent or are apathetic towards the whole matter. At issue here is the presentation of graphic and disturbing materials by a student group in a manner… Continue reading Does Campus Pro-Life deserve what it gets?
Campus Pro-Life fallout continues
A recent move by the University of Calgary to charge three students with trespassing has generated headlines across the country. Three members of Campus Pro-Life were served notice over the past week and a half, said club treasurer Alanna Campbell. Another three are expected to be charged shortly. “Getting the call that the police showed… Continue reading Campus Pro-Life fallout continues
Pro-lifers face fines and misconduct
The University of Calgary faced criticism from students and media the last few days after initially threatening the Campus Pro-Life group with arrest, fines and/or non-academic misconduct for their controversial Genocide Awareness Project display. The university called for the group to face its images inwards, allowing passersby the option of not seeing the display. CPL… Continue reading Pro-lifers face fines and misconduct