With Halloween behind us, there’s no need to fear surprise charges lurking at the end of a meal. MTLàTABLE’s set-price menus offer students a taste of the city’s vibrant culinary scene, spook-free, until Nov. 17. Each participating restaurant offers three or four-course set-price evening menus priced at $35, $50, $65,[Read More…]
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Canada’s new immigration restriction promotes racism and xenophobia
On Oct. 24, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a new policy which will significantly cut the number of immigrants Canada admits, as a response to rapid population growth and insufficient resources. This policy will reduce the number of legal immigrants in 2025 from the previously projected 500,000 to just 395,000—a[Read More…]
Are you feeling burned out with your STEM degree?
University students studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) tend to lose motivation over time, largely due to daunting coursework and competitive environments. This loss of motivation can be detrimental to students’ pursuit of careers and further studies in STEM fields, not to mention their mental health. A detailed understanding[Read More…]
More than a Theme: McGill’s Neglect of Latin American and Hispanic Heritage Month
In 2018, Quebec’s parliament designated October as Hispanic Heritage Month, and Canada’s parliament recognized it as Latin American Heritage Month. Since then, many organizations and institutions have celebrated the rich cultures and contributions of Latin American and Hispanic communities in Canada. Yet at McGill University—where a diverse student body includes[Read More…]
Halloween costumes on a budget
Whether you’ve partied over the past weekend, are about to start a bender on Thursday, or just want to dress up at home, costumes are at the heart of Halloween celebrations. This is your sign to not be intimidated by the planners of our world—those who’ve had their outfits ready[Read More…]
How to support your American friends as the presidential election looms
As Election Tuesday approaches, it’s likely to be a tense week for our neighbours to the south. Here’s some advice from a concerned American to help you look out for your friends from the States. Check in about their plans for election night With months of build-up, no clear polling[Read More…]
Office hours: More than an option, a must
Office hours are an essential part of any college curriculum. Amid the hustle of lectures, conferences, and assignments, these hours provide flexible opportunities for students to ask their professors or teaching assistants (TAs) any questions that come up throughout the semester. They offer a safe space for those who might[Read More…]
How do we escape our phone during midterms?
While the end of October highlights the traditional joys of the fall season, such as Halloween and pumpkin-spice lattes, it also stands as a gruelling reminder of midterm season. Given the anxiety and stress that can easily wash over us during exams, we tend to gravitate to our phones as[Read More…]
QPIRG Radical Walking Tour explores Milton-Parc and McGill through a critical lens
On Oct. 21, organizers with the Quebec Public Interest Research Group at McGill (QPIRG) hosted a Radical Walking Tour, stopping multiple times along Avenue du Parc, Avenue des Pins, and on McGill campus to offer a critical presentation of both the university and the Milton-Parc neighbourhood. QPIRG is a student-run[Read More…]
Cross-section pollination enriches our writers and our paper
My first article for The Tribune was not for News, the section for which I’m now an editor, but for the Arts and Entertainment (A&E) section. This is not an uncommon story. A&E is one of our most popular sections, and it attracts writers eager to share their takes on[Read More…]
