TEDxMcGill brought together seven speakers and two performances by McGill students at their annual conference on Feb 9. TEDx events are similar to TED Talks, except that they are independently organized all over the world by community groups who have obtained a free license from TED to use their name[Read More…]
Author: Ella Paulin
Dollars and sense: The cheapest places to grab lunch near campus
While many students choose to meal-prep for the week, weekends often topple the best-laid plans of mice and men. We’ve all had the experience of arriving on campus Monday morning with an empty lunch box and a growling stomach. What are the best options to satiate your mid-day cravings on[Read More…]
To all the sports I’ve loved before
Jenna Payette, Contributor Dear Ice Hockey, “Anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” This quote from Steve Prefontaine hung in my brother’s room growing up and became the silent force that subtly shaped me. As the baby of my family, I was pushed to challenge my limits[Read More…]
McGill’s “gatekeeper courses” are against the spirit of education
The first time I expressed my desire to attend McGill, my enthusiasm was met with a warning: “You might get in, but it’s difficult to stay in.” They meant that although the university does not have the traditionally single-digit acceptance rates of American Ivy Leagues, the difficulty and low averages[Read More…]
McGill Senate discusses smashed windows and budget cuts at Feb. 12 meeting
Smashed windows of campus buildings, academic freedom, and upcoming budget cuts were among the discussion items at the McGill Senate’s Feb. 12 meeting. The meeting began with memorial tributes to Patrick Dias in the Faculty of Education, Patrick Farrell in the Department of Chemistry, and Abraham Fuks in the Faculty[Read More…]
Adrien Wing leads panel discussion on critical race theory and intersectionality
On Feb. 12, Professor Adrien Wing, Director of the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights, explored the role of critical race theory (CRT) in challenging institutionalized oppression at a panel hosted by McGill’s Faculty of Law. Organized to commemorate Black History Month, the panel highlighted the historical patterns of[Read More…]
The Tribune Explains: McGill’s ongoing construction projects
In August 2024, McGill Vice-President (Administration and Finance) Fabrice Labeau and Provost and Executive Vice-President (Academic) Christopher Manfredi announced the provincial government’s changes in its funding mechanism for university construction and renovation projects. As a result of these changes, new projects and all calls for tender for construction have been[Read More…]
Our universe through the James Webb Space Telescope
For some, seeing images of distant galaxies induces feelings of excitement and curiosity. For others, it sparks fear and a sense of insignificance. And who can blame them? It’s easy to feel small when living in a seemingly infinite universe. The James Webb Space Telescope On Feb. 14, at the[Read More…]
The faces of McGill’s athletic legacy
For the majority of university athletes, recognition comes in the form of trophies, accolades, and team victories. A special way McGill honours its varsity athletes is by wrapping doors in the Athletic Complex with their images, featuring team members from a range of sports from artistic swimming to rugby. The[Read More…]
Confronting anti-Black racism in Canada’s healthcare system
With a national identity built upon the idea of being a cultural “melting pot,” racism often gets swept under the rug in Canada. Despite curating this idealized image of inclusivity, racism is ingrained in the nation’s history and institutions, including the Canadian medical system. Khandideh Williams, a PhD Candidate in[Read More…]
