Features
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Horoscopes
Action planet Mars harmonizes with dreamy Neptune on Friday, November 17, at 3:35 AM, softening the edges.
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Mary Adedayo, assistant professor of applied computer science
Mary Adedayo is an assistant professor of applied computer science at the University of Winnipeg. Growing up in Ibadan, a small town two hours from Lagos, Nigeria, Adedayo gained a keen sense for understanding and analyzing the world from her family.
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‘Still obscure as hell’
For years, John Paizs has been a cult figure among cult figures. The filmmaker, a key creator in the early days of the Winnipeg Film Group, created work that was subversive, funny and visually inventive. His trio of half-hour shorts, The Three Worlds of Nick (1981 to ’84), and his first feature, Crime Wave (1985), are cutting-edge works of underground ’80s cinema. They’ve also been, until recently, really difficult to actually see.
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Under the influence
During the COVID-19 pandemic, social media has become flooded with influencers on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. These influencers, despite not being traditional celebrities, impact people’s choices.
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Horoscopes
Mercury moves into optimistic Sagittarius on Friday, November 10, at 1:24 AM, helping us to understand the bigger picture.
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Bill Buhay, associate professor of geography
Bill Buhay, an associate professor of geography at the University of Winnipeg, is not only dedicated to academia but also a fervent lover of the great outdoors.
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Finding comfort in inked skin
Ky Quiring sits on the cream-coloured tattoo bed in their workspace. Their cowboy boot-clad feet dangle over the edge as they point out the deer antlers hanging on the wall and the preserved duck wings in a frame.
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Uniter 30: last chance to vote!
Regular Uniter readers are probably sick of seeing me ramble about the Uniter 30. But, I’ve got one last ramble, and it’s an important one: the voting period has been extended!
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Horoscopes
The sun faces off with Jupiter on Friday, November 3, at 1:02 AM, revealing our ideals.
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Elaine Herrera, mathematics instructor
Elaine Herrera, a mathematics instructor at the University of Winnipeg, knows some people find her subject intimidating.
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Ska in the spotlight
When Greg Crowe co-founded ska group Whole Lotta Milka in 1992, the band members “didn’t even own an amplifier.”
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Breaking down barriers to trans healthcare
“On a scale from zero to 10, where zero is being a woman and 10 is being a man, how much do you feel like a man?”
This may sound like a question ripped from the pages of a teen magazine or an online quiz, but, until recently, it was one of the first questions encountered by many patients of the Trans Health Klinic, the only dedicated provider of transition-related healthcare in Manitoba for patients over the age of 14.
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Captain Jack’s enchanted lair
Ever spotted the uncanny presence of Captain Jack Sparrow right here in Winnipeg? If you have, you’ve likely crossed paths with Todd Douglas.
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Love is louder than the dog whistle
Six years ago, Bryce Byron fled the United States for Canada amid a wave of transphobia.
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The artist behind the lens
In the heart of downtown, Iyunade Judah, known as Iyuna in the art world, has transformed his living space into a colourful sanctuary that reflects his creative soul.
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Looking beyond the landfill search
After 10 months of protest, the search for two Long Plain First Nation women is moving forward.
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Heather Souter, anthropology professor
Heather Souter’s journey unfolds like a tapestry, intricately woven with her dedication to preserving her Michif heritage and Indigenous languages. Born in British Columbia with deep Métis roots, she eventually settled in Camperville, an Indigenous community in Manitoba.
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Where art, cats and plants flourish
Olivia Cassie, an artist and curator, has cultivated a home where art, creativity and a deep affection for feline companions converge seamlessly. The walls are adorned with an eclectic mix of artwork, some of her own creation and others from various artists.
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Boundless creativity in Winnipeg
In the words of famous American author Steven Pressfield: "Creative work is a gift to the world and every being in it. Don’t cheat us of your contribution. Give us what you’ve got.”
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The Uniter 30 returns!
This week, Manitobans took to the polls to vote in a history-making provincial election. But that ballot is small potatoes compared to your next ballot – the Uniter 30! This week, Manitobans took to the polls to vote in a history-making provincial election. But that ballot is small potatoes compared to your next ballot – the Uniter 30!