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Student Sizzle! – AU Social Media

AUSU Student Forums There were no new posts this week, but students continued discussions about online vs. paper exams, AUSU spending, and course GEOL 207. AthaU Facebook Group Samir wonders whether it’s permissible to us Chegg for assignments. Heidi posts some questions about switching to a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) program. Jesse seeks advice… Read more »

A Fly on the Wall – A Philosophical Gaze

The languid May air hovers around me as I work in my orchard. Time seems to stand still. A single hopeful mosquito buzzes past my cheek and disappears amidst the leaves. It’s a ponderous afternoon for me, having just returned home from my Grandmother’s memorial service. I am full of images and stories from her… Read more »

Extreme Burn Out Cure

The last few months were extremely busy with courses. I got a lot accomplished in a short(ish) amount of time, however, this has the side-effect of leaving me burnt out. It leaves me wondering if it is worthwhile to go at that pace and then struggle for a couple weeks to motivate myself again. This… Read more »

The Mindful Bard – Banksy Does New York

Film: Banksy Does New York Director: Chris Moukarbel “There are crimes that become innocent and even glorious through their splendour, number and excess.” “When you go to an art gallery you are simply a tourist looking at the trophy cabinet of a few millionaires.” ? Banksy He didn’t apply for an arts grant. He didn’t… Read more »

In Conversation with No Dry County, Part I

No Dry County is a Texan indie band revelling in rootsy Americana, folk, and classic rock, expressed beautifully in tight harmonies and with a passionate stage presence. Their first full-length album, The Night Before, was just released this March. Recently the band’s vocalist, Trent Langford, took the time to talk to Wanda Waterman about the… Read more »

Music Review – Beginnings

Album: Beginnings Band: OzGoode I love hearing new bands. I am always so excited to hear what they have to say and the style they choose to get their message across. I love it even more when a band feels confident enough in their music to produce their first EP and present it to the… Read more »

Minds We Meet – Interviewing Maryam Adham

Maryam Adham is an AU student living in Calgary. Originally from Oregon, Maryam moved to Montreal after getting married, and eventually moved to Alberta. Maryam is working on a double major in Psychology and English. Maryam was recently interviewed by The Voice Magazine about school, psychology, and procrastination. Describe the path that led you to… Read more »

Dear Barb – Communication Breakdown

Dear Barb: My husband and I have been married for two and a half years. He tends to be a very secretive person and rarely talks about his feelings or anything at all really. I knew he was like that when I married him, but, stupid me, I thought things would get better and he… Read more »