Anthropologists in days of yore would traipse into mountain villages, bushwhack the depths of tropical jungles, and safari to see new and unique human specimens living in their natural environment. Those days, though not gone, are fast receding given that the universal code of human contact: wifi—and the internet more broadly—has permeated almost every rural… Read more »
Artist: Authority Zero EP: 30 Years: Speaking to the Youth Authority Zero is celebrating 30 years in the music industry with their first release since 2021. Founded in 1994, they are most known for their original song “Revolution” and their punk cover of Wall of Voodoo’s 1982 hit, “Mexican Radio”. The cover art for Authority… Read more »
Doctorate In Business Administration Information Session December 5, 2024 12:00 p.m. Online Hosted by AU Faculty of Business Register at the Event Link A Pathway to Medical School Webinar December 11, 2024 6:30 p.m. Online Hosted by Trinity Medical Sciences University in partnership with AU Register at the Event Link AUSUnights: Holiday Eats and Friendly… Read more »
Last week, as I was standing back looking at a shelf of spices in my local grocery store, a guy walked behind me, pushing his cart. As he did so, I heard him say to himself, “They’re playing Christmas music already!” I turned and caught his eye. “I know,” I said. “Crazy, isn’t it?” No,… Read more »
Compared to the rest of Canada, the western coast of British Columbia has a longer fall season with a temperate, rainforest-like feel. The region has a unique climate, natural beauty, and local cultural charm that is unparalleled. I love spending time reflecting, meditating, and bringing life’s busy pace to a slow hum. For AU students… Read more »
From my early beginnings as a young introvert, the public library has always been a bit of a refuge. Years later, not much has changed, albeit with an additional affinity for endless hours spent scouring second-hand bookstores to add to my ever-growing “to-read” pile. From one bookworm to another, this column will be underscoring and… Read more »
The idea that our essays might write themselves occurs to many of us as we strive to accomplish our schoolwork while balancing other life tasks. Personally, washing dishes never seems a more attractive option than when I sit down to do the legwork on a crucial writing project. But in 2024 a dawning sense that,… Read more »
If you’re looking to see green when it’s blizzarding outside, botanical gardens make for a wonderful visit with friends, family, or even by yourself. They are one of my favorite places to visit in the chilly Canadian winter. I find it extremely serene and peaceful to take a walk in some of the botanical gardens… Read more »
Today, a dream came true—something I’ve longed for since childhood. I was approached unexpectedly by a head-hunter from a think tank that offers an educational platform. He requested that I create a technical course, which I’d be excited to do, even though it would pay a small stipend for months of freelance work. However, I’m… Read more »