The race is on.
Five candidates are competing for votes in the November 19 election for a Director of Electoral Area A in the Greater Vancouver Regional District (known as Metro Vancouver).
Do you live on the University Endowment Lands, the UBC campus, or another part of the Electoral Area?
If so, exercise your democratic right to vote in that election. Continue reading
By Katherine Leibel, Residence Advisor
Call me the stereotypical English major, but I consider essay writing an art form. The development of the thesis into flawless coherence, the cunning manipulation of syntax, and that satisfaction of finding the perfect word – I find it a fascinating academic experience.
But creating a paper masterpiece takes patience, and with word counts nearing the three and four thousands, it can get boring. So to get through those tedious hours pouring over books and staring into a laptop screen, I’ve compiled a playlist of my favourite songs to listen to while writing. Continue reading
Unfortunately in Gage, some residents have been victims of opportunity theft from the study rooms. If you are leaving the room for any reason, always take your valuables with you. In almost every case of theft, the victim left for “just a few minutes” and asked another resident to keep an eye on their laptop.
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In the event of a natural disaster you need to be prepared to take care of yourself for 72 hours. It’s possible that there may not be cell phones, power or water. The best way to prepare is to make a personal evacuation plan and to have a basic emergency kit. Continue reading
Whether you have already had sex or not, this is a topic for you. If you haven’t had sex, how do you know when you will be ready? You don’t need to have sex to be intimate with another person. There is more to sex than just having it. Are you emotionally ready? Do you know how to prevent the spread of STI’s? Condoms are great and dental dams are an excellent way to prevent STI’s when having oral sex. And, did you know that a person cannot give consent to sexual contact when intoxicated? Continue reading
How do you feel about yourself, your accomplishments and your mistakes? Did you know that poor self-esteem can negatively impact your physical and mental health? Health Canada states people with high self-esteem are secure and confident because they view their abilities positively and thus have a tendency to take care of themselves. While those with low self-esteem tend to do things that are not good for their health because they don’t feel worthwhile. Do you ever wonder how people cope with a break-up or a bad grade? Likely it is positive self-esteem. Come by to visit a Nurse On Campus to learn more about self-esteem
Until the final finishing touches are complete in the commonsblock. Residents from the towers will be able to sign out a key from the front desk for the Gage Apartments Activity Room to practice piano (8am – 10pm Daily).
Struggling with your courses? Not getting the grades you want? Not sure how to study? Are your courses stressing you out? Did you know that stress can impact your health, both mentally and physically? Continue reading
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