Woodward’s

As part of a panel last Thursday night, four experts analysed and explored society’s fascination with superheroes. Discussing traditional and unconventional characters, and superheroes versus sidekicks, the panel delved into the implications of heroism on culture.

Each panelist touched on different topics, bringing to light heroic PTSD in dystopian fiction, gender representation of super heroines, as well as the redemption of the Hulk’s anger issues.
Surrey

Surrey campus’ annual open house, an event which usually sees over 3,000 visitors, took place last Thursday, Mar. 6. The open house provided campus tours, as well as information on academic programs, student services, and admission.

There were also various displays and performances highlighting the cultural diversity fostered on campus. Activities featured at the event included live experiments, wearable technology, robot battles that visitors could participate in, and touchable sea creatures.

Vancouver

The Canadian government announced its decision to phase out the Canadian penny in 2012 and on Feb. 4, 2013, the Royal Canadian Mint officially stopped circulation of the penny. A talk held downtown on Mar. 1 discussed the cultural ramifications of this change to our currency and how coins have affected culture in general. The event description questioned whether the loss of the penny will be easily accepted, or, “like inches and ounces, its ghost will continue to haunt our collective psyche.”