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It is an honour, and an absolute pleasure, to introduce you to Grant MacEwan University’s new student newspaper, The Griff. Continue reading
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Passing by security personnel, one can’t help but notice the static noise coming from their walkie-talkies.
Often seen patrolling campus grounds in pairs, Grant MacEwan University Security Services is committed to sustaining a safe campus environment and improving the quality of life for students, faculty, staff and community members at all four campuses. Continue reading
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As the school year comes to an end, students are scrambling to put finishing touches on projects and do last-minute cramming before finals, with a lot of this activity happening during all hours of the night. Continue reading
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Towards the beginning of fall semester, on Oct. 6 and 7, 2010, students hit the polls to vote in their representatives on Students’ Council, the highest governing body of the Students’ Association at Grant MacEwan University. Continue reading
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This year, a total of six councillors have resigned from their positions on Students’ Council — a large number and one that Nils Holmgren, Students’ Association (SA) President has a hard time speaking to. Continue reading
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On April 4, a new software system called Campus Solutions (PeopleSoft) was launched. Project Phoenix is the brainchild of various individuals from Grant MacEwan University who worked together on the 22-month project implementing a new student information, human resources and financial system. Continue reading
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Grant MacEwan University’s Students’ Association (SA) has been nominated for the Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts Sustained Support of the Arts award for its ongoing commitment to supporting the arts in Edmonton. Continue reading
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few weeks, you have no doubt heard about the ongoing murder trial of Mark Twitchell, the man accused of killing Johnny Altinger. Continue reading
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Our government continues to be elected through an unfair advantage without a proportional representation voting system. Continue reading
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Sooner or later the U.S. is going to have to realize that the word “public” doesn’t always mean “socialist.” Continue reading
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NATO’s involvement in Libya is becoming a touchy subject. Continue reading
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It is becoming more and more common for bands to release music on vinyl. Artists such as The Black Keys, The National and Radiohead all saw substantial success selling music on vinyl in 2010. Why are we seeing a departure from digital music and CDs in the music scene? Continue reading
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Hello sun! We’ve missed you. Summer is almost upon us after a brutally long winter and, once again, we are actually able to participate in activities outside. Continue reading
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Congratulations students, just a few more weeks! Are you looking forward to a summer filled with drinking booze, beach days and homework-free nights? Continue reading
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There’s more to developing your skills in the arts than simply sitting in your drafty basement stumbling through guitar tabs.
Practicing your craft alone does build technique, but during the summer when you’re itching for entertainment, it’s hard to sit at home and sketch. Continue reading
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Although the summer break allows students to escape from the education-related stress associated with exams, assignments and making the grade, many students long for meaningful experience. Continue reading
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Spring has begun to melt away the cold winter, and with it, has brought a whole new season of sports to follow. Continue reading
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Canadian indie band Said The Whale has been roundly blessed and cursed so far in 2011.
The band was robbed of over $8,000 worth of gear and luggage while touring in Sacramento, Calif. Included were full cymbal sets, guitar pedals, two acoustic guitars, and guitarist/vocalist Tyler Bancroft’s entire wardrobe. Continue reading
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Grant MacEwan University has covered a lot of ground in the arts this year. Everything from massive installation pieces, to plays like Company, to the graduation recitals happening until mid-May. Continue reading
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With increasing media appearances and a recent Juno nomination, Tokyo Police Club isn’t having a hard time keeping busy or securing a prominent position on Canada’s independent music scene. Continue reading
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Cassette is back, baby.
Two Edmonton artists have upcoming cassette-only releases scheduled for April. On April 9, Mark Templeton will release Scotch Heart and on April 10, Liam Trimble will be releasing Ultra Rare EP. Continue reading
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