India through a lens
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor India is a vibrant, colourful country with culture around every bend. I was incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to visit and photograph the people, scenery, animals and architecture...
The Reflector
Former Camp fYrefly Edmonton members launch summer camp for LGBTQ+ youth in Alberta with social justice focus
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor After the University of Alberta announced that Camp fYrefly would be closing, former members of fYrefly’s Youth Action Committee (YAC) launched an alternative camp called Queer Scouts YEG. The...
Vigilante kills sexual predators in new graphic novel by Calgary author
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor This article discusses sexual assault and suicide. Think back to when sending emails was the thing to do. A viral email went around claiming to contain prison interviews with charged sexual...
Photo gallery: Sled Island 2018
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor Sled Island 2018 wrapped up this weekend after five days of great music and lots of fun. Several headlining artists who tore up the stage this year include Thundercat,...
Viewing India from tuk tuks: Why you can’t prepare for what you’ll experience abroad
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor For months before departing for MRU’s 2018 India Field School, I was preparing myself as best as I could for the crowded streets of Delhi, heat that leaves you...
A&W Canada to eliminate plastic straws by end of year
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor A&W Canada recently announced it’s aim to be first North American restaurant chain to eliminate plastic straws by the end of the year. The company is doing so...
Five festivals to get you out of your house this summer
By Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor Vegfest Calgary: Beets, Beats, and Beers Attention vegans, vegetarians, veg-curious folk and lovers of food! On June 16th, Vegfest Calgary returns with an immersive vegan experience. The festival has...
Learn about Canada’s budding marijuana industry in new MRU courses
Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor Three non-credit online courses about Canada’s marijuana industry are set to begin this September. Registration for the courses opens for students June 11. They will cost $1,500 and are run...
Calgary Folk Music Festival making efforts to recognize Indigenous land and culture
Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor Now in it’s 39th year, Calgary Folk Music Festival is developing new ideas for recognizing Indigenous land and history in the future. The plan is early in the works and...
What to know before your international experience
By: Robyn Welsh, Publishing Editor This spring semester, 114 students are attending field schools in China, Ghana, Guatemala, Hawaii, India, Norway, and Sri Lanka. Approximately 10 students are participating in international work placements and...
