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At the June 24 meeting of the University of Alberta Students’ Union Students’ Council, a motion presented in the late additions to discuss a solidarity statement on Indigenous representation in governance failed to accepted as a part of the agenda.
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Notes from Council: Motion to discuss Indigenous solidarity statement not accepted as part of agenda - The Gateway
At the June 24 UASU Students’ Council meeting, a motion to discuss a solidarity statement on Indigenous representation in governance failed.
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June 30, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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On June 23, the GSA Council discussed recent events and allegations of election fraud. Council passed a motion to have the Elections and Referenda Committee meet to allow the IGSA to nominate someone for the VPIR position.
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GSA Council discusses election fraud allegations, motion passed to allow VPIR nomination - The Gateway
The GSA Council voted to have the ERC meet to give the IGSA nominate someone to the VPIR position after discussion of alleged election fraud.
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June 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Led by U of A professor of family medicine Scott Garrison, the Pragmatic Trials Collaborative conducted the largest randomized clinical trial in primary care in Canada.
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U of A researcher seeks to answer primary care questions with national research network - The Gateway
Family physician and U of A professor of family medicine Scott Garrison led the largest national randomized trial in primary care.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Photostory: The Pride Soirée Fashion Show

The first annual Pride Soirée Fashion Show impactfully highlighted Edmonton creatives and the Edmonton queer community.
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Photostory: The Pride Soirée Fashion Show - The Gateway
The first annual Pride Soiree Fashion Show impactfully highlighted Edmonton creatives and the Edmonton queer community.
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June 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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On June 19, people gathered at the U of A to celebrated Indigenous Peoples and Pride with drag performances, jigging, hoop dancing, and throat singing.
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Photostory: Faculty of Native studies hosts Indigenous Peoples and Pride celebration - The Gateway
On June 19, people gathered to celebrate Indigenous History Month and Pride Month with speeches, a market, and performances.
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June 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Beaumont Music Festival: 54-40 interview

Dave Genn of 54-40 sat down with The Gateway to announce their upcoming album and talk about their most recent release.
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Beaumont Music Festival: 54-40 interview - The Gateway
Dave Genn of 54-40 sat down with The Gateway to announce their upcoming album and talk about their most recent release.
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June 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Beaumont Music Festival: Odds interview

Odd's guitarist and singer, Craig Northey, sat down with The Gateway to chat about the band's beginnings, past releases, and Gord Downie.
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Beaumont Music Festival: Odds interview - The Gateway
Odd's guitarist and singer, Craig Northey, sat down with The Gateway to chat about the band's beginnings, past releases, and Gord Downie.
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June 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Beaumont Music Festival: Neveah Dyson interview

"People should never feel attacked. I always try to write songs that are going to give you a different point of view," Dyson said.
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Beaumont Music Festival: Neveah Dyson interview - The Gateway
“People should ever feel attacked. I always try to write songs that are going to give you a different point of view," Dyson said.
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June 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Beaumont Music Festival: Jessie Bird interview

Jessie Bird sits down with The Gateway to chat about her recent and upcoming releases.
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Beaumont Music Festival: Jessie Bird interview - The Gateway
Jessie Bird sits down with The Gateway to chat about her recent and upcoming releases.
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June 23, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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On June 19, GSA staff called U of A Protective Services to remove Associate vice-president (labour), Nathan Lamarche from the GSA office. Staff cited safety concerns.
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GSA calls UAPS on associate vice-president (labour) - The Gateway
On June 19, GSA staff called U of A Protective Services to remove Associate vice-president (labour), Nathan Lamarche.
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June 20, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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A recent U of A study indicates that the changing migration patterns of the Least Flycatchers bird species may be linked to climate change.
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U of A study indicates link between climate change and changes in bird migration - The Gateway
A recent U of A study indicates that the changing migration patterns of the Least Flycatchers bird species may be linked to climate change.
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June 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Film Review: 'Two Women'

Chloe Robichaud's 'Two Women,' is a French-Canadian film that explores the growth and autonomy of two women through their sex lives.
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Film Review: 'Two Women' - The Gateway
Chloe Robichaud's 'Two Women,' is a French-Canadian film that explores the growth and autonomy of two women through their sex lives.
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June 19, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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University of Alberta professor and pop culture critic Roxanne Harde finds that the music of Alanis Morissette continues to resonate with youth today.
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Alanis Morissette’s music continues to inspire younger generations, U of A professor finds - The Gateway
According to professor of English and film studies Roxanne Harde, Alanis Morissette's feminism continues to empower younger generations.
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June 18, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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Filipino-Canadian actor/filmmaker, Anthony Curtis, on being discovered by a Disney actor to bringing the Filipino community together.
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From discovery to bringing community together: Anthony Curtis - The Gateway
Filipino-Canadian actor/filmmaker, Anthony Curtis, on being discovered by a Disney actor to bringing the Filipino community together.
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June 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Reneltta Arluk spoke to The Gateway about her career as an Indigenous artist and 'Pawâkan,' a Cree takeover of 'Macbeth.'
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Reneltta Arluk on storytelling and 'Pawâkan' - The Gateway
'Pawâkan' is a Cree takeover of Macbeth that came from a collaboration with Frog Lake Cree Nation and its Elders and youth.
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June 16, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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The University of Alberta’s Residence Services will end its rental agreements with Greek life organizations by the end of August 2026.
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U of A to end rental agreements with Greek life organizations - The Gateway
In April, seven U of A sororities and fraternities were informed that the university is ending its Greek life rental agreements.
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June 16, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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On June 4, the IGSA appointed Tamara Dubé to be the first vice-president (Indigenous relations) in the GSA. Five days later, the motion allowing the appointment was rescinded.
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GSA Vice-president (Indigenous relations) appointment rescinded - The Gateway
On June 4, the IGSA appointed Tamara Dubé to be the vice-president (Indigenous relations). Five days later, the motion was rescinded.
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June 13, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Rachel Grenke, April Kippers, Tise Okuboyejo, and Wes Eze will swap their green and gold for red and white this summer for the FISU games.
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Four U of A athletes will represent Canada at the 2025 FISU Games - The Gateway
In July, Rachel Grenke, April Kippers, Tise Okuboyejo, and Wes Eze will swap their green and gold for red and white.
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June 12, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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A recent study by U of A researchers explores the link between the expansion of online retail food services and wellness.
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U of A researchers explore impacts of online food shopping on wellness - The Gateway
In a recent study, U of A researchers explore the link between the expansion of online retail food services and wellness.
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June 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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With the help of a $5 million donation from the Gupta family, the U of A has established the Cities Institute, with a Master of Real Estate Development Plus to follow next year.
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U of A establishes new Cities Institute and new master’s program - The Gateway
With the help of a $5 million investment, the U of A has established the Cities Institute, with a Master of Real Estate Development Plus.
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June 11, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Dan Mangan says his new release, 'Natural Light,' is a companion for those navigating our uncertain world.
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The answer is a cabin in the woods: An interview with Dan Mangan - The Gateway
Dan Mangan spoke on his new release, 'Natural Light,' and said it is a companion for those navigating our uncertain world.
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June 10, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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Opinion: Security measures alone won’t heal Alberta’s drug crisis

"If the government really wants to tackle drug trafficking, they need to address the sociological, psychological, and economic reasons that individuals engage with drugs."
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Security measures alone won’t heal Alberta’s drug crisis - The Gateway
If Alberta is serious about cracking down on the drug crises, we need to have efforts that undercuts the reason for drug use.
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June 10, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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At the May 26 meeting of the University of Alberta’s General Faculties Council (GFC), the university's decision to withdraw funding from six university-affiliated daycares was discussed.
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GFC discusses funding cuts to university-affiliated daycares - The Gateway
The May 26 meeting of the U of A’s General Faculties Council included discussion on funding cuts to university-affiliated childcare centres.
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June 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Drew Tarves of young friend sits down with The Gateway to talk about their debut LP 'motorcycle sound effects,' and Lister.
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young friend on their new release, ‘motorcycle sound effects’ - The Gateway
Drew Tarves of Young Friend sits down with The Gateway to talk about their debut LP "motorcycle sound effects," and Lister.
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June 6, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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"The Edmonton Protocol is proof of concept that the cell transplant could potentially, one day, cure diabetes, and that’s what all of this is about," Dr. Shapiro said.
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U of A celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Edmonton Protocol - The Gateway
The Edmonton Protocol proved that islet transplants could be used to treat Type 1 diabetes and reduce depency on insulin.
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June 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM