The modern student
One day in the future it is possible historians will look back on our time and tell the children of tomorrow that our era provided…
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Day in the life of a Manitoban editor
Although I generally consider my work to be deeply fulfilling and while I recognize the privilege that an editorial position with the Manitoban brings, balancing…
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Pull ahead of the line waiting for a parking spot behind Dafoe Library and when a car pulls out, you pull in. Drown yourself in…
Staying in for some fun
Nightlife is a big part of student life. After spending your days squinting at microfilm, searching for leads on your next big assignment, mixing bubbly…
Ben Clarkson’s guide to the perfect C+ paper
As an alumnus of the University of Manitoba and as a former resident of Tache Hall, I know a little something about under-achievement. The A+…
The Elusive A+
I may be in my fourth year of an Honours degree in political studies but when it comes to paper writing season, like most of…
Residence 101
Have you ever wondered what life is like living on campus at the University of Manitoba? Sure you have! Whether it was waiting for a…
Yore Lore: Ken Saro-Wiwa
Standing up for a cause requires a belief in yourself and your ideals. It also requires guts. Speaking for myself, I find it difficult to…
The Springs of Springfield: Disco Stu
Like most minor characters on The Simpsons, Disco Stu began as a “one-off” character. This is common on the show. A character will make a…
The springs of Springfield: Database
You often see him in the background with the other brains of Springfield Elementary. His black curly hair and red glasses make him noticeable, but…