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“CLIMATE LEADERS DON’T BUILD PIPELINES”: The cry of 200 young environmental activists heard throughout the nation
Amanda Harvey-Sanchez, an Environmental Studies, Social-Cultural Anthropology, and Equity Studies student at the University of Toronto, was arrested for civil disobedience on October 24th, along with 98 other young environmental activists. They were protesting the potential expansion of the Kinder-Morgan Trans Mountain Pipeline. Growing up in a household that regarded ...
Local Food: The Best Spots For Pizza Around Campus
I can imagine that, like myself, many students tire of fast food chains such as Pizza Pizza, Domino’s, Pizza Nova, or Pizzaiolo, when looking for a slice or a quick pizza to go. Luckily, there are other options around campus which range widely in price, quality, and variety. Here are ...
Vic Records Studio Sessions: Live-recording event continues club’s promise
Following a year of growth, Vic Records hosted a live recording session on September 28th with over twenty acts. With a full house, a comprehensive amount of equipment, and a variety of performances in a range of genres, the event provided an opportunity for students to benefit from the club ...
Son of Saul: The existential void
The Holocaust, for the Jews, represented a time of uncertainty and chaos—the complexity of the events that took place during the mass extermination of Jews often deprive the viewers of an ability to comprehend the horrors that went on in the camps. It is the task of filmmakers to be ...
“But, it sounds so bouncy!?”—Three upbeat songs with dark meanings
Generally, upon the first listen of a song, the thing that sticks with us the most is the melody. If a song has an upbeat melody, something bouncy like Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk” or jazzy and sultry like Mac Miller’s “My Favourite Part,” we tend to listen to it with ...
Be Responsible and Keep Eating: A Re-Evaluation of the Issue of Food in the Fitness Community
Every Sunday morning in my home, for as long as I can remember, my mother has made brunch. The ritual was so integrated into my childhood that I thought it was something everyone did. After mentioning it in passing to my friends, and having to explain the intricacies of the ...
Just Google It! : Seeking Advice from the Internet
I have a slight over-reliance on the Internet. Well, let’s just agree to say its a “substantial” dependence. But not to worry. I know for certain I’m not the only one. We all go to the Internet to seek help regarding many assortments of issues ranging from personal health to ...
Sweater Weather
Fall is finally here! Get your style inspiration from these fashionable Victoria College students. Things we love for fall… cozy knit sweaters, halloween! ...
Healthier, Happier: Tips for a Fit First Year
For a lot of people, first year means the first time living away from home and the first major foray into adulthood and living independently. But it can be a great time to develop some healthy habits to carry with you throughout the remainder of your university experience and, hopefully, ...
What’s in a Name?
Names matter, regardless of what Juliet might think—a One program stream name reflects the underlying ideals of the program itself. Since the introduction of the One programs, a principle was founded in establishing opportunities for first year students to thoughtfully engage in small class size discussions to explore the inter-connectivity ...