The 2024 SU Referendum: What’s at stake and why it matters
By Daman Singh, October 6 2024— The University of Calgary’s Students’ Union (SU) is holding their 2024 By-Elections from Oct. 8-10 to fill vacant Student Legislative Council (SLC) positions. Students will also be asked to vote on a referendum regarding the SU’s general fee structure this year. The SU’s general fee is a mandatory fee […]
Calgary Student Movement rallies for university accountability and ...
By Vama Saini, September 19 2024— On Sept. 13, the Calgary Student Movement (CSM) held a rally and march at the University of Calgary, calling for accountability from the university administration and divestment from companies associated with Israel. The demonstration followed the May 9 incident when the Calgary Police Service (CPS) intervened to dismantle a […]
Alberta’s proposed transgender policies spark debate over youth …
Oct 28, 2024 · By Reyam Jamaleddine, October 28 2024—. On Jan. 31, 2024 Alberta Premier Danielle Smith uploaded a video to Youtube titled “Alberta Transgender Policy”.In this video a series of proposed legislations and policies are laid out with the aim of limiting the rights and healthcare options for transgender and non-binary youth.
Northern Super League: A new era for Canadian women’s Soccer
By Maggie Hsu, October 7 2024— As Canadian Women’s Sports Month celebrates the achievements of female athletes, the launch of the Northern Super League (NSL) marks a groundbreaking moment for women’s soccer in Canada. This new professional women’s soccer league not only expands the country’s sporting landscape but also provides opportunities for athletes to display […]
FROSH 2024: What is the Students' Union? - The Gauntlet
By Vama Saini, October 8 2024— The Students’ Union (SU) is the official student government at the university, representing and advocating for undergraduate students. The highest governing body of the SU is the Students’ Legislative Council (SLC), which is empowered by Section 95 of the Post-Secondary Learning Act. This Act grants the SLC the authority […]
The history of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and Rangeland Derby
By Maggie Hsu, July 4 2024— When looking at the overall picture of the Calgary Stampede from a modern lens, one can notice subtle hints of the history that formed the 10-day event. While it is widely known for the rides and midway food with hints of …
U of C alumni Kirti Bhadresa releases short story collection
By Ansharah Shakil, October 8 2024— Calgary-based author Kirti Bhadresa released a short story collection titled An Astonishment of Stars on Oct. 1. The story depicts the lives of women of colour, each character distinct and defined and each story reflecting different aspects of humanity. Bhadresa studied Political Science at the University of Calgary, and […]
University of Calgary considers tuition and fee increases for the …
By Vama Saini, October 12 2024— The University of Calgary is in the midst of its annual consultation process regarding proposed increases in tuition and mandatory non-instructional fees (MNIFs) for the 2025-26 academic year. The current proposals suggest a two per cent tuition hike for domestic undergraduates, a six per cent increase for international undergraduates […]
CIFF’s 2024 Animated Short Film Lineup - The Gauntlet
Oct 7, 2024 · By Ilana van der Merwe, October 7 2024— If you found yourself in Chinook Theatre 16 on Sept. 24 5:30 p.m., you among many other enthused audience members were getting comfortable to watch the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) curation of animated shorts for the 2024 program. Featuring seven films ranging from 11-20 minutes, the […]
Gender identity vs. fair play: Finding balance in athletic competitions
By Josie Simon, November 10 2024— The conversation about transgender athletes, especially transgender women competing in women’s sports, has become increasingly polarized in North America. It raises important questions about how we define fairness and inclusion. Can we ensure everyone feels included without putting fairness and safety at risk in competitive sports? It’s a challenging […]