Buddha’s birthday, celebrated this year on April 8, commemorates the birth of the Prince Siddhartha Gautama, later known as the Gautama Buddha. Buddhas (either “the” one or “a” one) featured in many vintage Voice articles. Did she just say the “f” word? Wanda Waterman makes a case for countering the seriousness of studies with some… Read more »
Sports films led by women characters often integrate supplementary themes such as growing up, overcoming prejudice, and/or falling in love. It’s not every day, however, that we see one addressing the protagonist’s struggle to not only make it as an athlete, but also to reconcile the cultural differences she stands between. In the highest-grossing soccer… Read more »
This past week I was going through my mail, and I opened a letter from EcoJustice about a new pesticide that was ordered to be phased out in Canada over a three-year period—despite the European Union and United States having already banned it. The pesticide in question is Chlorpyrifos. When I first read the word,… Read more »
So recently, I’ve been very focused on skincare. It’s a popular topic but it’s one of the hardest routines to stick to. I find it so easy to forget to moisturize or apply serums every night. Now that I’m specializing in skincare in my everyday medical practice, I am more in tune with my own… Read more »
With Spring in full swing and the snow melting here in Edmonton, it’s getting closer and closer to grilling season. This week I created my own steak spice, in part out of need and in part because I’ve always wanted to make my own steak spice. This mixture is a balanced combination of sweet, savory,… Read more »
You’re meant to be a loved leader, whether you’re a mother, boss, teacher, or older sibling. Your leadership is meant to bring out the best in everyone, not just in performance, but in spirit. But in the West, especially in business, leaders are often praised for being “fearless,” “in charge,” “commanding,” even “ruthless.” So, how… Read more »
My husband and I have been married five years and have one young daughter. I always considered us to be a happy family until my brother-in-law moved in. My husband allowed his younger brother to move in with us and our whole life was turned upside-down. My brother-in-law had some financial problems, so my belief… Read more »
This week, we’re talking with student and Taylor Swift fan, Caleigh, where she talks to us about her experience with AU on her journey toward the legal profession. We’re also celebrating Ramen Noodle Day, which, believe it or not, is not an April Fools’ prank, but rather an actual day celebrated on April 4th. I… Read more »
This update is provided to The Voice by AUSU. Contact services@ausu.org with questions. Attention AU Students! AUSU’s Spring awards application period will be open from April 1-31. Visit our website now and check out the awards and bursaries open to AU undergrads this spring cycle. AUSU is also excited to announce that our Spring Awards… Read more »
