This year, students will notice an additional Copyright Fee on their accounts. The new fee is $24 per full time student, and $15 per part time student. The Copyright Fee represents the cost of Brandon University signing an agreement with Access Copyright.
Read moreThe Myth of Post-Feminism
Feminism: how often do we hear that word laced with negative connotations? Merriam-Webster defines feminism as “the theory of the political, economic, and social equality of the sexes” and as “organized activity on behalf of women’s rights and interests”. What then creates such strong reactions to the word? It can be used to dismiss legitimate points made by women, whether related to gender or not.
Read moreWhat’s a “Building Fee”?
Like most students, September is a hard month for me. Getting back into a routine is not the only difficult part of September; September is also an incredibly expensive month. Tuition is due and the cost of textbooks adds up quickly. Of the over $4,000 I currently owe in tuition and fees, over $500 of that is in fees that students have voted to pay. Half this cost is the $250 health and dental plan (which you can opt out of if you have alternate coverage through a parent or spouse), and the rest is made up of BUSU and building fund fees, the U-Pass, the Quill Levy, CFS Fee, and WUSC fee.
Read moreThe year in review: thoughts from Miss Taylor
This is my last article for The Quill as BUSU President, so I think now would be a good time to reflect on this year, as well as share with you my thoughts on some of the things that need to happen in the future to ensure the success of BUSU.
Read moreLetter to the Editor: words from BUSU President
Hi, everyone. As some of you may know, BUSU held their regular elections for the 2013-2014 academic year last week, on March 18th and 19th. I ran for re-election, but ended up losing by 30 votes to Stephanie Bachewich. I had told those close to me throughout the campaign that if I were to lose, I would feel as though the work I did this past year was not appreciated by students.
Read moreJustin Trudeau and the cynicism of Canadian Youth
On Thursday January 31st, Justin Trudeau stopped by Brandon University to promote his bid for leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada and to meet potential supporters. Manitoba does not have a strong base of Liberal supporters; of the 57 ridings represented in our provincial government, a Liberal holds only one of those seats.
Read moreWhat is Idle No More, and why should you care?
Idle No More is a grassroots movement that began with the actions of four women and has since expanded into a global effort. According to the official Idle No More website, the goal of Idle No More is to “[call] on all people to join in a revolution which honors and fulfills Indigenous sovereignty which protects the land and water.
Read moreInternational Student Recruitment at BU
International students are hugely beneficial to Canada. They contribute to our economy and our diversity, and they fill labour gaps in our workforce. Economically, international students contributed $8 billion to our GDP in 2011; the GDP contribution would be $40 billion if we filled labour market vacancies that currently exist by naturalising our international students.
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