Science Archives - The Gauntlet
WEBCapstone Engineering Academy: A STEM school facilitating hands-on learning, cooperation and accessibility. By Evan Barker, September 3 2024—. The landscape of education is rapidly evolving, with an increasing emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). At the forefront of this transformation is the Capstone ...
U of C study abroad and exchange programs after COVID
WEBJan 3, 2022 · COVID-19 affected Study Abroad programs at U of C after March 2020 due to the last-minute cancellations of student exchanges — everything was on hiatus. “That initial period was really hard because we were having to cancel students’ study abroad opportunities,” said Packer. “They had no choice but to pivot and adapt so they began ...
SAIT adopts letter grade, credit, or withdrawal option
WEBApr 23, 2020 · SAIT’s decision was released on April 16, following efforts made by the SAIT Students’ Association (SAITSA) to advocate for the choice. In addition to granting SAIT students the option of accepting letter grades or taking a credit, SAIT has provided a third option at the recommendation of SAITSA — withdrawing from the course.
U of C alumni develops an AI tool designed to improve study habits
WEBBy Nazeefa Ahmed, September 25 2023—. Penseum is an AI tool that uses notes uploaded by students to generate concise study guides, multiple-choice questions and flashcards as well as provide information to a chatbot to answer questions about the topic of study. “Penseum is an innovative study platform revolutionizing the way students learn.
Students organize outside TFDL Quad, calling for ... - The Gauntlet
WEBOct 29, 2021 · By Cristina Paolozzi, October 29 2021— On Oct. 29, students from the University of Calgary organized outside Mac Hall in the Taylor Family Digital Library (TFDL) Quad in a province-wide Student Day of Action. Recently, the U of C’s Board of Governors voted to approve the exceptional tuition increases for a second time, affecting the […]
Dancing to heal: Understanding Indigenous cultural gatherings …
WEBJun 28, 2022 · A lot of our dances were for ceremonial healing.”. This includes issues of reconciliation — dance, here, serves as a means to reconnect to one’s roots and to heal the trauma incurred by systemic oppression. Prophesied as an end to colonial expansion, Eagletail explained that “the Ghost Dance was banished by the governments.
Jyoti Gondek’s mayoral win and what it means for women in politics
WEBNov 25, 2021 · By Anjali Choudhary, November 25 2021— Jyoti Gondek made history by winning the 2021 Calgary mayoral election as a woman of colour. This was not only a personal win, but also a huge step forward for the young and aspiring female politicians in the city. A fearless and unapologetic advocate for women in politics, […]
The lack of clean drinking water in Indigenous communities
WEBDec 4, 2021 · A “do not drink water” notice is enacted when a potential risk is detected with water consumption that cannot be adequately addressed by boiling alone. These instances are not uncommon for the many Indigenous communities that continue to suffer from a lack of access to clean water. Most recently, a Calgary protest against the Coastal ...
The Story of Leon the Frog - The Gauntlet
WEBApr 26, 2017 · Transcribed by Melanie Woods, photos by Mariah Wilson, graphics by Samantha Lucy, April 26 2017 — W ritten and rewritten by anonymous authors, the story first found itself on the stairwell in the 1970s and onto the pages of the Gauntlet in 1978. The poem was restored several times and republished by the Gauntlet in 1998 and 2007.
May is mental health awareness month - The Gauntlet
WEBMay 24, 2023 · Mental health awareness month throughout the month of May is the best time to become educated on mental health and the support that exists for those who are struggling. Mental health is the state of mind at which an individual is able to function within their environment — this can be a result of social, biological and psychological factors.