50 little-known facts about Canadian universities
To mark Canada’s 150th, fifty fun facts about Canada’s campuses.
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Activists-in-residence enrich and test universities
New programs are emerging on campuses across the country, but finding funding for these positions is a challenge.
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Jean-Pierre Bergevin celebrates 50 years at Université de Hearst
The passionate psychologist and teacher is a prominent figure in Hearst’s university community.
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The fragile state of student housing
In an unprecedented housing shortage, Canadian and international students are facing a crisis that puts their studies – and their well-being – at risk. But innovative partnerships between universities, governments and private stakeholders are exploring long term solutions.
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Asa McKercher looks to Canada’s future by understanding its past relations with the U.S.
He is described by colleagues as ‘one of our most prolific writers on Canada-U.S. relations.’
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UPEI implementation plan is underway
There is ‘an overwhelming desire of the community to move forward,’ says new president Wendy Rodgers.
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Nipissing hosts inaugural fundraising gala
The goal of the gala was to raise money for the Student Support Fund, which provides emergency financial support to students.
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Canada’s largest student-run fashion show demonstrates the power of university clubs
Queen’s students from all disciplines come together to showcase their creative talents and raise money for charity.
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Maya Turner makes history in Canadian university football
Former soccer player kicks down barriers.
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Taking stock: Multiple perspectives on pro-Palestinian protests
Activists and administrations from Halifax to Nanaimo review policies after this spring’s pro-Palestinian encampments.
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How Edward Akuffo’s curiosity sparked new international relations
Author of the first book on Canadian foreign policy in Africa, Dr. Akuffo has a rich sense of wonder that dates back to childhood.
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How antisemitism has roiled university campuses
Months of pro-Palestinian demonstrations left lingering mental and emotional scars for Jewish students and faculty members who say their safety and inclusion is still being threatened.
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Repositioning ÉTS: Kathy Baig’s vision for the future of engineering in Quebec
One of the goals of the new CEO of Montreal’s École de technologie supérieure is to increase the visibility of the university on both a national and global scale.
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