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The University of Calgary's independent student publication. By Reyam Jamaleddine, November 4 2024— The 2024 US presidential elections take place on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Preview of the 2024 League of Legends World Championships
By Maggie Hsu, September 26 2024— The 2024 League of Legends World Championships is set to ignite the global esports scene with high-octane competition and jaw-dropping plays. As the top teams from across the globe converge in Europe, fans can expect a clash of titans, where both seasoned veterans and rising stars will battle for […]
Here is the Calgary Philharmonic’s 2024–2025 season
Apr 17, 2024 · By Ramiro Bustamante Torres, April 17 2024—. The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO) announced its 2024–2025 season on Apr. 9. At a launch party, people present were treated with the Calgary Philharmonic Chorus singing an arrangement of “Carmina Burana” by Orff teasing the piece as one of the season starters on Sep. 14.
Paint night offers artistic outlet for stressed students
By Jill Girgulis, February 22 2016 — University of Calgary students with an interest in art will have a chance to get their hands dirty on Feb. 23 from 5:45–8:30 p.m. in That Empty Space for the Scene and Heard Club’s Paint Night. The event is free for club members and memberships can be purchased […]
Weighing the pros and cons: Should voting be mandatory?
By Avery Sharpe, March 28 2024—. The question of whether or not Canada should make voting mandatory has been in debate for many years. Countries such as Australia, Austria and Singapore are part of several countries that have made voting compulsory and the rates of voting have certainly been higher as opposed to when voting is optional. In fact, Australia reached a voter rate of over 90 per ...
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By Josie Simon, November 12 2024— With Canada and the U.S. designating Samidoun—the Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network—as a terrorist organization, attention has shifted to Charlotte Kates, one of its co-founders.
A dramatic end to the 2024 Calgary Stampede Rodeo
By Maggie Hsu, July 22 2024— The 2024 Calgary Stampede concluded on Red Hot Championship Sunday with the crowning of champions marked by impressive performances from the athletes, intense competition, and some controversy to add drama to the event. The last day of the rodeo produced close results in all events but ultimately produced a […]
Calgary Stampede Rodeo 2024: A new era of competition and talent
By Maggie Hsu, July 4 2024— The Calgary Stampede Rodeo is gearing up for another thrilling year of competition, promising excitement and showcasing top-tier talent from around the globe. In an interview with the Gauntlet, Navada Phipps, Western Events Specialist for the Calgary Stampede, explored the changes in the competition format, highlighting some athletes to […]
The history of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and Rangeland Derby
By Maggie Hsu, July 4 2024— When looking at the overall picture of the Calgary Stampede from a modern lens, one can notice subtle hints of the history that formed the 10-day event. While it is widely known for the rides and midway food with hints of …
Northern Super League: A new era for Canadian women’s Soccer
By Maggie Hsu, October 7 2024— As Canadian Women’s Sports Month celebrates the achievements of female athletes, the launch of the Northern Super League (NSL) marks a groundbreaking moment for women’s soccer in Canada. This new professional women’s soccer league not only expands the country’s sporting landscape but also provides opportunities for athletes to display […]