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The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 18th May 2016

Not so fast: U of S responds to new Saskatoon bike lanes

Anthony Wood is a third-year regional and urban planning major and sits on the Planning Students Association. Like many students at the U of S, Wood uses cycling as a frequent mode of transportation. He sees the value of the new bike lanes as measures...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 23rd March 2016

Women’s Centre addresses stigma in pro-choice awareness campaign

In preparation for this year’s Pro-Choice Awareness Week, volunteers from the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Women’s Centre met on Mar. 17 to review talking points on the contentious issue of reproductive choice. This year’s awareness...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 17th March 2016

Aglukark offers hope and healing with U of S fellowship

Juno Award-winning and internationally renowned singer-songwriter Susan Aglukark has been developing and teaching a first-year music class as part of the Aboriginal Fellowship for Creativity at the University of Saskatchewan, which culminated in the...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 3rd March 2016

Marijuana symposium fires up discussion

In light of what could be a political sea of change surrounding the legalization and regulation of marijuana, the University of Saskatchewan College of Arts and Science hosted a symposium on Feb. 25 and 26 to explore the implications of such a change...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 25th February 2016

This life of Lane’s: Local singer finds serendipity

Saskatoon singer-songwriter Jen Lane’s highly anticipated new album is a labour of love. This Life of Mine is set to drop in February 2016, with a special release show at The Bassment on Feb. 27. I sat down with Lane and John Antoniuk — Lane’s...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 10th February 2016

Sexually transmitted infections research ongoing at U of S

As many get swept up in romantic prospects presented by Valentine’s Day, some pragmatic considerations are necessary. Sexually transmitted infections are on the rise among youth, and two U of S professors who study HIV/ AIDS share some key...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 3rd February 2016

Indigenous content to be implemented in all U of S degree programs

On Jan. 21, 2016, just 10 days before a call-to-action deadline set by the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union, the University Council formally responded in favour of a motion calling on the institution to implement Indigenous content in all...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 30th January 2016

Alzheimer’s research at the U of S could prove memorable

An associate professor at the University of Saskatchewan is making noteworthy strides in Alzheimer’s research. With the goal of identifying populations that face a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s, Darrell Mousseau hopes to make preventative...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 24th January 2016

Debate: fraternities and sororities

In preparation for this article, I decided to watch The Hunting Ground — a 2015 documentary about the prevalence of sexual assault on college and university campuses in the United States, and those featured institutions’ reticence to address those...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 20th January 2016

Psychedelic Circus aims to entertain and enlighten

In what promises to be a unique, fun and creative evening, the Saskatoon Psychology Students’ Society at the University of Saskatchewan will be hosting its second annual Psychedelic Circus fundraising event on Jan. 23 at Louis’ Pub. The SPSS is...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 13th January 2016

Fake Don Atchison sticker campaign refreshingly honest

I would love to sport my best necktie and enter Atchison’s office, along with the creator of this ingenious new sticker campaign, to discuss LBGTQ folks, drug addicts and weed. I feel as though the exchange would be enlightening for several...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 3rd December 2015

Family, that other “F word”

I love the holidays, when exam stress gives way to that ever-elusive break. But before you can say “easy, Santa,” family rolls into town and obligation plants itself on your shoulders. Fear not — there are alternatives. It’s snowing and you’re...

The Sheaf - The University of Saskatchewan Newspaper Since 1912 • 26th November 2015

Doug Wilson’s LGBTQ legacy: A campus forever changed

Now taken for granted as a safe space, the University of Saskatchewan campus was once a place that academically and professionally penalized individuals for coming out. Doug Wilson changed that, however, and as a result, our lives on campus are better...