Headlines for July 13, 2017

Globe and Mail
Toronto’s York University loses battle over copyright fees
One of Canada’s largest universities will have to pay for copyrighted materials distributed to students after a ruling that some experts say will affect schools throughout the country.
Globe and Mail
Former astronaut Julie Payette to be named Canada’s next governor-general
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will appoint former astronaut and prominent Quebecker Julie Payette as Canada’s next governor-general, sources say.
CBC
Laurentian University using international student tuition to subsidize costs
New Ontario data shows universities are increasingly relying on foreign dollars to operate.
Science
Opinion: Why research by undergraduates is important for science and students
Just within my own immediate area of physics, there are great examples of important work done by undergraduates, Chad Orzel writes.
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