A test of resilience and teamwork The Mount Allison women’s soccer team played Cape Breton University (CBU) this past Sunday, Oct. 21, on Alumni Field. The two teams had not yet faced each other this season, making for a highly anticipated first matchup. The Mounties had celebrated a 3-1 victory against Université de Moncton the […]
We need to talk about consent. When we talk about consent there are a number of factors we need to consider, because consent is more than just a single, vocal, enthusiastic “Yes.” Particularly, we need to talk about how consent cannot be given if there is any abuse of trust, power or authority. Consent is […]
Policy allows student athletes to compete on the team that corresponds to their gender identity On Sept. 26, U Sports released a new, more inclusive policy for transgender student athletes, effective immediately. Trans student athletes are now able to compete on the team that corresponds with their gender identity. The new policy does not require […]
Maritime universities come together to discuss mental health initiatives According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), in any given year one in five Canadians will experience a mental health problem or illness. The stigma surrounding mental health – which everyone has – is something Jack.org is working hard to change. According to the organization’s […]
Wellness Centre offering flu vaccinations on campus Many people who don’t get their flu shot don’t realize how they are putting others, as well as themselves, at risk. Some people might be scared of needles, while others do not see the importance of the flu shot. Others may want to understand what they are putting […]
As an observer and analyst of the intersection between religion and culture, I am academically fascinated and personally horrified by the recent dynamics of religion in Western culture. The church has been in decline in the past 25 years, and many observers have predicted its eventual demise. Now, in 2018, I think that it can […]
Stoners rejoice! Yes, recreational cannabis legalization finally came into effect on Oct. 17, marking a great day for Canada and, therefore, the world. While many naysayers speculated that society would collapse in a half-baked haze, it seems as though all crises have been averted in the wake of legal weed being ushered in across the […]
International Centre provides opportunities for students to study at universities around the world On Oct. 16, Mount Allison hosted the International Exchange Fair as part of International Education Week. The annual fair highlights the learning opportunities available for students through the university’s partnerships with other institutions. The fair began with an information session led by […]
University aware of graffiti, says, “No disclosure of sexual misconduct has been reported by a survivor,” but that they are monitoring the situation In August of this year, someone wrote a former Mount Allison professor’s name on a bathroom wall with the implication that he was equivalent to Harvey Weinstein – the major film producer […]
Community celebrates Indigenous culture and history through music, dance, food and more On Oct. 18, as winter made its first welcome appearance in the form of light flurries, the Indigenous Student Support Group hosted the second annual Mount Allison University Powwow. Located in the Athletic Centre, anyone walking along York Street could see a bright […]