A letter to Benson Boone and the Mormon backflip theory
Recently, my thoughts have been consumed by Benson Boone. If you haven’t heard of him, I would first answer, “Lucky you.” However, my disdain for…
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The wonders of museums
Museums offer a place for more than just displaying art, science and the events of the past. Museums are places for people to get lost…
Who decided your degree was worthless?
For years, students in the arts, humanities, environmental studies and other degrees that do not lead neatly to one obvious job have been met with…
Re: It pays to be informed
Dear Editor, Thomas Gray wrote that “where ignorance is bliss, it is folly to be wise.” I do not believe in ignorance, yet I have…
Charisma, social perception and traitors
In reality television competitions, social dynamics often reveal how strongly charisma and popularity can influence the way people judge behaviour. A good example of this…
The Manitoban horoscope for the week of March 16
Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Aquarius, go take a break. This week is going to feel very long for you. Try to counteract…
Bold vision for Winnipeg
Winnipeg heads to the municipal polls this October as years of fiscal mismanagement come to an end. Property taxes, water and sewer rates and transit…
Ceramics is the art of acceptance
If there is one thing ceramic artists can agree on, it is that you have to be ready for any and all outcomes. I spend…
The Manitoban horoscope for the week of March 9
Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Dear Aquarius, I am simply acting as the messenger this week, but I am going to be honest, you…
Is who you know more important than what you know?
One could describe the job market outside of university as bleak. Your laptop might be littered with job applications that may never be answered and…