Asper students hit streets for five nights in attempt to raise awareness about homelessness
On March 14, five students from the University of Manitoba’s Asper School of Business will be sleeping outside for five days in an attempt to…
activism
Vancouver 2010: A cycling meditation
Cycling in the city has clearly now been proven to be the best way to travel in Vancouver, no matter what the season. Cyclists during…
Grrrls, Grrrls, Grrrls
“Riotgrrrl is [ . . . ] because we are angry at a society that tells us Girls = dumb, Girl = bad, Girl =…
Letters to the Editor – March 3, 2010
RE: Liberals want abortion and contraceptives included in G8 health initiative The exclusion of contraception and abortion in an initiative aimed at improving women and…
Animal rights activism gone awry
I had a laugh when a fictitious animal rights activist sprayed red paint all over Samantha’s crisp white fur coat in Sex and the City….
Don’t let the light of compassion fade
While we grapple to comprehend the extent of the devastation in Haiti, many unite to help those in need, giving time and money to their…
Giving smartly
Following the tragic earthquake in Haiti on Jan.12, 2010, people across the world have been urged to give. Due to the level of destruction in…
Fairtrade coffee, a great way to make a difference
As consumers, there are many ways to make a difference and create a positive impact in the world. Canadians are the biggest coffee consumers in…
Give what you can
What would you say if someone asked you to donate 10 per cent of your income every year to charity? Well, if you’re a student,…
UMFM Spotlight : Alert! Radio
The UMFM Show Spotlight is a monthly column showcasing various programming on the University of Manitoba’s campus and community radio station. To recommend a show…