World W.I.S.E. provides students with international opportunities
This past week, the World W.I.S.E. Resource Centre held its ninth annual World Opportunities Week (W.O.W.) to promote working, interning, volunteering and studying abroad. The…
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Flanagan speaks
Dr. Tom Flanagan, a political scientist, best-known as one of Stephen Harper’s top campaign advisors, gave two lectures at the U of M that were…
Fines help libraries rake in extra cash
University librarians across Canada agree that enforcing late fees for overdue library loans is necessary in order to get their materials back and maximize the…
Neutral Internet vital to innovation
HALIFAX (CUP) — It is absolutely critical that Canadians get behind open and neutral networks that don’t place restrictions on content, access or speed, according…
Seventh annual Sol Kannee lecturer advocates peace, co-existence
The Seventh Annual Sol Kanee lecture on Peace and Justice, held at the University of Manitoba on Nov. 2, was presented by Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish,…
Bison Cheerleaders’ most succesful year could be their last
Despite having their most successful year to date, this may be the last semester that the Bison cheerleaders ever compete. As soon as official confirmation…
Students rally to end poverty in Manitoba
Hundreds of students from campuses across Winnipeg were out on the steps of the Manitoba Legislative Building on Nov. 4 to rally for poverty reduction…
Financial constraints leave some students homeless
With apartment vacancy rates in Winnipeg dropping below one per cent over the summer, some U of M students are facing a dire shortage of…
Energy drinks: risky or rewarding?
en•er•gy drink ˈɛn- ər-dʒi drɪŋk -noun. A beverage consumed to supply mental and physical stimulation for a short period time. Twenty-four hours in a day…
The science of sleep deprivation
Amidst studying for exams, handing in assignments, going to work and whatever time is left for socializing, sleep comes last in the books for many…