Following the police killing of unarmed African-American teenager Michael Brown, unrest and anger spilled onto the streets of Ferguson, Missouri. The ongoing event has been marked by mostly peaceful protests, with incidences of violence. Aside from the circumstances surrounding Brown’s death, one of the big stories has been the militarized[Read More…]
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Trib jams of the summer
“Advanced Falconry”—Mutual Benefit Mutual Benefit’s LP Love’s Crushing Diamond was on repeat for me all summer, providing a soothing soundtrack to many early mornings and long bike rides. Its sound is folksy with warm banjo strings and natural vocals that bring to mind Sufjan Stevens. The unique atmosphere of “Advanced[Read More…]
J-Mascis—Tied to a Star
It’s been about three years since guitar hero J. Mascis released any new solo material. Known for his soulful lead guitar playing and slow sentimental song constructions, Mascis sounds like an indie-rock version of Bon Iver. Although some appreciate this fleecy sound, Tied to a Star lacked any poignant sound[Read More…]
Fall 2014 sports team previews: Part I
Martlet Rugby The McGill Martlets’ 2013 campaign was nothing short of a success as the team advanced to the CIS Championships for the first time since 2005 and earned a fourth place finish, losing to the Queen’s Golden Gaels in the bronze medal matchup. In the five seasons prior to last[Read More…]
SSMU executive interviews
Courtney Ayukawa, President What have you done this summer? I’ve been getting used to my role and the responsibilities and getting to know SSMU really well. I’ve also worked with our human resources advisor to draft and implement a Mental Health Policy for our permanent staff, which is really exciting.[Read More…]
Comfortably awkward
I remember the first time I saw Napoleon Dynamite.
McLennan-Redpath smoke-free terrace well received by students
The new smoke-free policy at the McLennan-Redpath Terrace has received positive reception since its implementation last May.
Quebec Superior Court to decide on court-ordered PGSS referendum regarding CFS membership
Last Thursday and Friday, the Quebec Superior Court heard an injunction filed by Ge Sa, a graduate student at McGill and internal affairs officer of the Post-Graduate Students’ Society (PGSS), against the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS).
Work on McTavish Street water pipes to continue through October
With the city’s construction on McTavish Street to continue until October, provisions have been made to facilitate students’ usage of the SSMU Building in the upcoming months.
McGill researchers spotlight Polypterus fish
A team of researchers led by Dr. Hans Larsson from McGill University has made a key discovery in the process by which creatures evolved from aquatic to terrestrial animals. The study used the Polypterus fish as a means to investigate phenotypic evolutionary changes.
