Affordable weekend adventures in Waterloo
While the weather this May long weekend is forecasted to be wet and chilly, there are plenty of free events going on in Waterloo region to keep you distracted, including a fireworks display, two themed […]
Why is there a cow in front of The Grad House?
If you’ve walked past the Grad House recently and caught sight of a full-sized Holstein cow lounging near the entrance, don’t worry—you’re not hallucinating from too much coffee. That’s Siegler, our newest and most eye-catching […]
On thin ice: a beginner’s guide to ice skating
Maybe I’d been watching too many reruns of Olympic figure skating or was feeling burnt out by the monotony of everyday life. I couldn’t quite pinpoint what it was, but I felt called to pursue a sport I’d never quite […]
Affordable weekend adventures in Waterloo
Easter weekend here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate around Waterloo. This weekend brings a lively mix of music, markets, and Easter-themed fun across the region. If you’re sticking around town, here are our top picks […]
Slow fires: what students can learn from Izz Kelly’s exhibition
In the ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt, a great library burned. It was said by some to have held upwards of half a million papyrus scrolls—containing the knowledge of the ancient world from Persia to Greece. It is […]
Affordable weekend adventures in Waterloo
Exams might be top of mind, but they don’t have to take over your entire weekend. It’s just as important to carve out time for breaks, and this weekend brings a few easygoing opportunities to step back and recharge. […]
Fitness class series: A beginner student’s review of a PAC De-Stress Yoga Class
Exam season is quickly approaching and as the rush to complete what feels like far too many last-minute final assignments overwhelms us with burnout and anxiety, perhaps purposefully slowing ourselves down can ease the exhaustion and bring […]
Fitness class series: a beginner student’s review of a PAC Barre class
After thoroughly enjoying the soothing yet not-to-be-overlooked burn of pilates, my friend Catherine McCulloch, a fifth-year honours mathematics student, and I were looking for another fitness class that blended dynamic stretching with strengthening exercises. We found a […]
Affordable weekend adventures in Waterloo
As the end of the term approaches, there’s no better time to take a break from studying and enjoy some of the vibrant events happening around the region. This weekend, Waterloo offers various artistic showcases, a chance […]
How our libraries and archives are dying and why we should care
In the ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt, a great library burned. It was said by some to have held upwards of half a million papyrus scrolls—containing the knowledge of the ancient world from Persia to Greece. It is […]
