At McGill, Remembrance Day creates a tense atmosphere. Social media wars are waged on whether disrespect is justified in combating revisionism and oppression. We discuss the glorification of war, selective memory, profiteering, and imperialism. It’s a politicized holiday on campus: There is a group of decorated old men on Lower[Read More…]
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Fighting Ebola: Prevention, progress, perspectives
In an effort to raise awareness about the impact Ebolavirus disease (EVD) has had on thousands, McGill Students Fight Ebola hosted a conference last Wednesday, Feb. 18, featuring a panel of Ebola experts. The aim was to inform those interested in the problems and perspectives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) during[Read More…]
Campus Spotlight: MASS
McGill is an acclaimed institution that attracts students from all over the globe, as evidenced by the number of cultural associations present at the university. However, the international identity of the university has not always been present. Anne-Sophie Tzeuton, U3 Political Science student and VP External for the McGill African[Read More…]
Off the Board: Trigger warning – showing isn’t solving
Mental Health Awareness Week, which concluded this past Sunday, provided a week’s worth of lectures and programs designed to spread awareness about mental health options on campus, as well as to help the community at large learn how to support loved ones who suffer with mental illness.
Campus Spotlight: Movember McGill
For some, November represents the impending cold of the long Montreal winter and the struggle to prepare for finals and assignments. For others, it also brings a whole different meaning. November marks the month of “Movember,” a movement started in Australia eight years ago by Adam Garone and a group[Read More…]
Money talks, researchers listen
If art is the exploration of questions, science is the pursuit of answers.
Sounds of a province come to light
Quebecois music, and its underwhelming presence outside of ‘La Belle Province,’ has largely remained untouched.
Off the board: Good night, sweet Tim: a eulogy for our fallen basement brother
It is with heavy hearts and much lighter wallets that we are gathered here today to mourn a truly saddening loss.
Campus Spotlight: A club for nature-lovers
Founded in 1936, the McGill Students Outdoors Club (MOC) is among the oldest outdoor clubs in Montreal, specializing in the organization of nature-based outings.
Campus stories
In August, the Tribune met with nine different students, who will each go through a year’s worth of experiences in Montreal. Each was asked to describe something important to him or her. In April, we will revisit their stories. Eric Mitchell, U2 Faculty of Science, neuroscience Describe something important to you right[Read More…]
