Saije Rusimovici
Mexican Gothic reimagines colonial horror stories
November 9, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Content warning: brief mention of eugenics and colonialism. Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia will leave you unsettled, frightened, and absolutely horrified. Just thinking about it sends a chill down my spine. Halloween may be over, but this horrifying gothic mystery will definitely be the scariest thing I’ve read this year. The novel is set in 1950s Mexico, and begins by depicting the lavish lifestyle of debutante Noemí Taboada in Mexico City. After returning from a night out one evening, her distraught father presents her with a frantic and incomprehensible letter from her newly-wedded cousin, Catalina.…
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We need more BIPOC women in publishing
November 9, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Books written by Black, Indigenous, and other people of colour (BIPOC) offer important stories, perspectives, and voices that reflect the diverse experiences of people of colour. Not only is it important for readers to have…
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CJSF hosts annual Fundrive to support the station
November 1, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer From October 30–November 5, CJSF 90.1 FM will be hosting their annual Fundrive. The on-air fundraiser will support the independent radio station that has been operating since 1965. CJSF is a non-profit radio station located…
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Toronto Raptors give an inspiring show at SFU in open practice
October 21, 2023By: Izzy Cheung, staff writer and Saije Rusimovici, staff writer The thumps of a basketball bounce against the hardwood floor. Vibrant shades of red streak through the crowd. Hands grab onto the rim of the metal hoop and the crowd…
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Canvas discussions boards are being used ineffectively
October 20, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer We’ve all had that one professor who insists on having students complete a weekly discussion board. It can feel exceedingly tedious and time consuming to participate in Canvas discussion boards. Whether the posts serve as…
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Nutritious Nibbles: Nonna’s cucina (grandma’s kitchen)
October 20, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Growing up, some of my best memories are of eating homemade meals for dinner at my nonna’s house on cozy fall evenings. As an adult, I find myself gravitating more and more to her recipes…
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“Whites-only moms and tots” ad causes outrage across Metro Vancouver
October 12, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Content warning: mentions of racism and white supremacy. On September 23, partially removed signs advertising a “whites-only” playgroup for “proud parents of European children” looking to “escape forced ‘diversity’” were found at Coquitlam Centre mall…
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A chat with our favourite advice columnist
October 6, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer and C Icart, Humour Editor Dear Peakie, The other day, my friend asked me to close the blinds, revealing a very embarrassing truth about myself: I don’t know how blinds work. And can you blame…
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Innovative Indigenous artists
October 6, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer and Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Indigenous Peoples have been making music on this land since time immemorial. Music of diverse styles have long been a central part of social, cultural, and ceremonial life…
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Athletes are more than their entertainment value
September 29, 2023By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer, and Isabella Urbani, Sports Editor Whenever I overhear friends and family talking about last night’s hockey game or an upcoming playoff series, it reminds me of the way I would describe characters in a dramatic…
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