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What Grinds Our Gears: The WiFi in SFU Residence ghosts me more than my dates

Opinions May 24, 2020

By: Paige Riding, News Writer When I lived on Residence this past school year — you know, before the world went to shit and everything closed or went online — I shared a common enemy with hundreds of SFU students. And no, it’s not finding your TA on Tinder. It’s the WiFi in that concrete box I called home for six months.  Picture this: you’re writing up an assignment on Google Docs (unless you’re a sociopath who writes on Microsoft Word, or even worse, PAGES) and all of a sudden, the dreaded “Trying to connect” graces the top of your document…

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Long Story Short: Drinking water doesn’t hydrate your skin

Features May 17, 2020

By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer I start and end my days with my skincare routine. It’s the part of the day where I can indulge in some time to take care of myself. Gently cleansing and moisturizing my face seems…

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Getting through pandemic stress requires moments of vulnerability

Opinions May 9, 2020

By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer While for many the switch to social distancing wasn’t very difficult, for others it has been — and that’s OK. These changes were abrupt and we will all respond differently as we’re adjusting.  People aren’t meant…

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If you’re not using RateMyProfessors by now, you should be

Opinions March 8, 2020

By: Nicole Magas, Opinions Editor We are over the hump of the semester, so to speak, which for most SFU students means it’s time for course selection. As we drag ourselves out of the carnage of midterm season, a new sort…

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What Grinds Our Gears: Constant fire alarms in Residences are testing my patience

Opinions February 15, 2020

By: Lubaba Mahmud, Staff Writer It’s 10 p.m. on a weekend, and I’ve snuggled up in bed with all sorts of snacks to rewatch Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Ahh, cozy, right? WRONG. Because DING DING DING there goes the obnoxious, unplanned fire alarm…

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Your 2019 Holiday Market Guide

Arts November 22, 2019

By: Sara Wong, SFU Student Whenever I’m buying a gift for someone, I want it to be special. Christmas is fast approaching, and one of my favourite holiday activities is attending local markets to find the perfect present. The great…

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