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How to be a better ally to women
Gender is fluid, and not some clear-cut Venus versus Mars binary, but many issues tend to disadvantage those who present as women. So the distinction is important, and, as a general rule, women feel men can be better allies in the work of ending gender-based inequities and violence.
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Gendered entertainment needs to go
There’s a system of sexism in how entertainment companies advertise based on gender stereotypes. This happens prominently among game companies and on TV, especially in media targetted at youth.
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Uber not a silver bullet for Winnipeg’s taxicab issues
Many Winnipeggers are dissatisfied with the local taxicab industry and feel Uber and other similar companies are the answer.
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Invest in mental health
Manitoba must consider the importance of quality mental health care in the province.
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What’s in a name?
The pronunciation of a name and cultural identity are connected. But what about students who no longer identify with their given name and wish it to be changed altogether?
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Your cool professor probably sucks
Ableism within university institutions is consistently permitted, accepted and encouraged, and the University of Winnipeg (U of W) is no exception.
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Understanding the case of Vince Li and why he is free
It’s important to understand the difference between “Vince Li suffering from psychosis” and “Vince Li.”
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City needs to rise to the challenge of climate change
The City of Winnipeg is failing to meet its greenhouse gas reduction goal.
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Seven alternative local tourist destinations for Brian Pallister
Everyone needs a vacation once in a while, even the premier of Manitoba.
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Behind the cape
In the early days of comic books, the majority of the characters created were frail, white, male nerds. Cue the modern era, where the majority of comic readers are women of non-Caucasian descent; and these women are hungry for heroes that look like them.
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Necessary noise
“People gonna rise like the water, gotta slow this crisis down, hear the voice of my great granddaughter singing climate justice now!”
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CanLit authors must put victims first
Through November and December, 93 members of the CanLit elite signed a letter shaming the University of British Columbia (UBC) for their lack of due process in regards to the treatment of the Steven Galloway case.
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A vision for an anniversary worth celebrating
This year, The University of Winnipeg (U of W) will celebrate the 50 years since United College became the U of W. The milestone is a time for nostalgia and festivities, but it should also offer a chance to reflect.
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New gym hours aren’t oppressive
The University of Winnipeg will offer new gym hours exclusively for females and non-binary persons beginning next September.
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Bell Let’s Talk overlooks poverty
Starting conversations doesn’t end discrimination
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Changing the tune of celebrity mourning
Treat social media as a public funeral, not a news ticker
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Immigration is not a black and white issue
Responsibility lies with everyone when considering newcomer policies
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Getting grades approved
Process aims to strike a balance between oversight and expediency
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Where are the women gearheads?
Many barriers keep women out of the music scene
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Don’t de-politicize art
Critics of return on investment should focus on workers’ rights