Creative Commons is an international movement that aims to free up access to creative works by providing creators with alternatives to traditional copyright arrangements. Creative Commons licenses have been drafted by the national organizations to help artists announce the specific rights they grant along with the public release of their work. They also provide a… Read more »
In a poor economy, it seems that the only businesses doing well are those promoting survival in a poor economy. Everywhere I look, I see the same advice on how to lower your grocery bills: clip coupons, clip coupons, clip coupons. Here’s a twist: I’ve also got tips on how to save a lot on… Read more »
EDMONTON (CUP) ? In an age where technology dictates and influences every aspect of our lives, Athabasca University is moving forward with research dedicated to the creation of new technological teaching methods. A big part of that initiative includes the appointment of a new position: the iCORE/Xerox/Markin industrial research chair for adaptivity and personalization. Professor… Read more »
If You’re looking for ways to connect with your fellow AU students, AUSU Clubs and Social Groups are a perfect place to start. Club members ?interact through websites and discussion forums, while social groups meet in cities around the world and have forums to keep in touch.? Current clubs include AUGSS (AU Gay Students? Society),… Read more »
CD: The Handsome Family, Honey Moon Release date: April 14, 2009 Label: Carrot Top Records To Love is to Burn ?Love is like the hole torn right through the roof When that old sugar pine came crashing down last night And above the broken beams and the shattered ceiling tiles You can see starlight for… Read more »
Because I’m not a Facebook devotee I didn’t know they were encouraging people to write 25 random facts about themselves until I read about it in a piece in The National Post. Writer Gene Weingarten rose to the challenge and wrote 26. I say a resounding ditto to his number 19, about never stepping on… Read more »
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2009 AUSU Handbook/Planners The 2009 AUSU planner order form is up! You’ll find the order form on the AUSU home page. Anyone who ordered early will have had their planner included in the first batch mailed out. If you did order early, you should have your new planner already! As always, we’ll be excited to… Read more »
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Our court jesters, from Rick Mercer to Jon Stewart and beyond, serve society well. They dare to expose the imperfections of the court, pointing out when the emperor’s pants have fallen down?or when he isn’t wearing any at all. Admittedly, the joke sometimes backfires, as in the recent shambles of a mock interview by Geri… Read more »