STRANDED
Explaining The UTSU’s 1,975 Overtime Hours Problem
Neil MacIsaac
October 6, 2015
The University of Toronto Students’ Union was the subject of more controversy than usual this past week with its filing of a lawsuit against former executive figures. Charges of civil fraud against the UTSU’s former executive director, president, and vice-president internal and services were reported by The Varsity on September 24. ...
Pope Francis’ Popemobile To Headline Reboot of ‘Pimp My Ride’
Brenan Sivapragasam
October 6, 2015
Amid much fanfare, Pope Francis successfully concluded his first visit to the United States of America last week. The trip was highlighted by an address to both Congress and the UN General Assembly, a visit to a correctional facility, and a Papal motorcade through Central Park. Everyday Americans, the press, ...
Grading The Historical Accuracy Of Roland Emmerich’s Films
Neil MacIsaac
September 21, 2015
One of the more controversial premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival is the historical drama Stonewall, directed by Roland Emmerich. Based on the Stonewall Riots of 1969 that were foundational to the LGBT civil rights movement, the film has come under fire for not casting any trans actors or ...
Special Report: Student Sustains Head Injury During Frosh Week 2012, Chooses To Pursue The Arts
Sara Truuvert
September 21, 2015
Experts have been studying a young woman who was the victim of “Violent Bonding” during Victoria College’s Frosh Week 2012. During a game of Ninja, the student, who The Strand has decided should probably remain anonymous, was struck in the face by a fellow Vic student during his turn. Although ...
First-Time Marg Ad Student Finally Goes Number Two
Hugh Janice
September 21, 2015
Second-year student James Culus announced this morning that he finally built up the confidence to birth/unleash a baby turdzilla in the co-ed bathrooms of his Margaret Addison Hall residence. “I told my roommate I was going to brush my teeth,” Culus told reporters at a press conference on Thursday.
Frosh Bleak? How One Student’s Worst Fears All Turned Out To Be Justified
Maya Wong
September 5, 2015
Kate Smith, University of Toronto freshman, was terrified about starting her first year.
Froshword Solutions
Ariana Douglas
September 5, 2015
You can find the Stranded Froshword in the print edition, and here are the solutions! Bring in a completed crossword to The Strand‘s office in the Goldring Student Center and redeem it for a complimentary high-five from Stranded Editor Neil MacIsaac.
Frosh Surprised That 2019 Facebook Group Makes “No Difference” In University
Alexandra Scandolo
September 5, 2015
In early March 2015, a Facebook group was created for incoming UofT students to get to know each other prior to Frosh Week. Started by eager upper years, the group has garnered over 8,000 members, becoming a useful forum for students from across the globe to discuss what music they ...