Will drones replace fireworks?
The night sky in Waterloo was lit up on Canada Day, although it wasn’t the typical display of fireworks that stole the show this year. Rather, it was a new kind of technology that replaced the usual explosion […]
Affordable weekend adventures in Waterloo
Summer in Waterloo is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy some sunshine, and finally do more than just binge-watch Netflix in your sweats. But between paying rent, textbooks, and your iced coffee habit, there isn’t always a […]
How does the political climate between the US and Canada impact UW?
With the political climate of the U.S. created by President Donald Trump in his second term in office, how has it impacted Canada and UW in particular? Since the beginning of his second term in office, a multitude […]
Opinion: Why young Canadians’ political views are shifting
Political allegiances swing back and forth as we elect governments and eventually replace them. Although the Liberals won this year’s federal election, it was not without a leadership change, a U-turn in policy, and some help from U.S. […]
Iconic Bomber bar will return to UW campus
While UW is well-known for having very dedicated students, it also has a reputation for a lacklustre social life. Unbeknownst to many, the campus used to be home to the Bombshelter Pub, lovingly nicknamed the Bomber, that served […]
Where to find some of the best trails in Waterloo Region
Summer has finally arrived in Waterloo. As the days lengthen and formerly dark, chilly evenings are replaced by afternoons filled with warmth, sunsets, and birdsong, it is the perfect time to be outside, reconnect with nature, and get […]
WUSA’s five-year plan: A bold vision with fresh leadership
As the 2020–2025 Long-Range Plan wraps up, Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) is gearing up for the 2025 – 2030 Long-Range Plan (LRP). The plan was recently approved by the Board of Directors on April 16 and will […]
From chill to champion: Free UW tools to boost your semester
Being a student at UW is a full-on experience: from tackling assignments, juggling midterms, and chasing co-op applications to figuring out which Tim’s line actually moves the fastest (pro tip: it’s rarely the one you’re in), it’s easy […]
Recipe: Summer sago
If you are on TikTok, you’ve probably seen the viral hwachae (Korean fruit bowl) circulating the app. A variety of different fruit bowls like this are enjoyed across Asia. For instance, my childhood version […]
WRPS investigating Canada Day sexual assault in Waterloo Park
The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) are investigating a sexual assault that occurred around Waterloo Park on July 1.
At about 10:30 p.m., a woman was walking on a trail around the area of the park when an unknown man approached […]
