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Sun & the Ocean
by William Caron Beauty lies in the prime waterfall While life flows through the wildest river So that peace can always be found in the seven seas Helios always gladdens the noblest of the elements Although stormy cyclones may rise In the depth of the ocean you find ...
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by William Caron Beauty lies in the prime waterfall While life flows through the wildest river So that peace can always be found in the seven seas Helios always gladdens the noblest of the elements Although stormy cyclones may rise In the depth of the ocean you find ...
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SLAVE BOYS
by Ted Langston Chase Luke and Elisha share fishing on the Salkehatchie River, a river that flows past the plantation on which they have lived all their lives. They are seated at their favorite spot which is a good distance from the main house, clusters of workhouses, and slave quarters.Continue ...
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by Ted Langston Chase Luke and Elisha share fishing on the Salkehatchie River, a river that flows past the plantation on which they have lived all their lives. They are seated at their favorite spot which is a good distance from the main house, clusters of workhouses, and slave quarters.Continue ...
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The Old Drift by Namwali Serpell: A Book Review
by Nikita-Kiran Singh “Men never believe chance can wreak great consequence. Yet the story of this place is full of such slips.” Namwali Serpell’s The Old Drift begins where it ends at the Zambezi river, after a winding journey through time and place. Beginning as historical fic...
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by Nikita-Kiran Singh “Men never believe chance can wreak great consequence. Yet the story of this place is full of such slips.” Namwali Serpell’s The Old Drift begins where it ends at the Zambezi river, after a winding journey through time and place. Beginning as historical fic...
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Daughter of Black Lake by Cathy Marie Buchanan: A Book Review
by Ashley Reid Cathy Marie Buchanan’s newest novel is set in pagan Europe, on the eve of the arrival of the Roman Empire. The story is told from the perspectives of Hobble, a young girl with otherworldly gifts, and her mother, Devout. Hobble has foreseen soldiers spreading to the villageCon...
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by Ashley Reid Cathy Marie Buchanan’s newest novel is set in pagan Europe, on the eve of the arrival of the Roman Empire. The story is told from the perspectives of Hobble, a young girl with otherworldly gifts, and her mother, Devout. Hobble has foreseen soldiers spreading to the villageCon...
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On brotherly love, connecting communities and filmmaking: Moh and Mazen Mahfouz
by Ashlynn Chand As I stare at the screen, I am greeted with two faces: both bright-eyed, dark-haired, wearing fashionable glasses. At first glance, they could easily be mistaken for twins, but on further interrogation, you can see slight differences in stature, height, and facial shapes. They’re...
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by Ashlynn Chand As I stare at the screen, I am greeted with two faces: both bright-eyed, dark-haired, wearing fashionable glasses. At first glance, they could easily be mistaken for twins, but on further interrogation, you can see slight differences in stature, height, and facial shapes. They’re...
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“Positions”: Album Review
by Neelam Singh Life takes a swing at Ariana Grande and she responds with a mega-successful album. This year the entire Earth took a hit, and Ari proved that she has our backs (to which I am listening). Friday at midnight came the drop of Positions, and once again ourContinue Reading
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by Neelam Singh Life takes a swing at Ariana Grande and she responds with a mega-successful album. This year the entire Earth took a hit, and Ari proved that she has our backs (to which I am listening). Friday at midnight came the drop of Positions, and once again ourContinue Reading
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Autonomous
by Neelam Singh While you take your time, I’ll be laying with another. I’ll be here, in my mind, fast asleep under the covers. I’m at peace, I’m in rest, my eyes soft, clothed in content. No upset, no second guess, no want to forgive, or to forget. I’ll beContinue Reading
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by Neelam Singh While you take your time, I’ll be laying with another. I’ll be here, in my mind, fast asleep under the covers. I’m at peace, I’m in rest, my eyes soft, clothed in content. No upset, no second guess, no want to forgive, or to forget. I’ll beContinue Reading
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If I Were To Go
by Neelam Singh If I were to go, Would your steady heart just break? If I were to go, Would you lie at night awake? If I were to go, Would your tears fall into stains? If I were to go, Would your body live in pains? If I wereContinue Reading
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by Neelam Singh If I were to go, Would your steady heart just break? If I were to go, Would you lie at night awake? If I were to go, Would your tears fall into stains? If I were to go, Would your body live in pains? If I wereContinue Reading
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That’s so sweet of you/I’m seeing someone right now…
by Neelam Singh Hey. I’m not sure if you remember me. How have you been? I hope you’re doing well. … Listen, I’ve been wanting to say this. I think you’re gorgeous. Your eyes are stunning. I’m going to try my best to shoot my shot. I liked you inContinue Reading
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by Neelam Singh Hey. I’m not sure if you remember me. How have you been? I hope you’re doing well. … Listen, I’ve been wanting to say this. I think you’re gorgeous. Your eyes are stunning. I’m going to try my best to shoot my shot. I liked you inContinue Reading
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Down with the Sickness
By Kya Rawlings Cold and flu season is here again, in full force! Whether you’re a busy student entering midterm season or hustling with that work life, no one can afford the time to get sick. Modern medicine has got you covered via the flu shot, amongst other things, howeverContinue Reading
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By Kya Rawlings Cold and flu season is here again, in full force! Whether you’re a busy student entering midterm season or hustling with that work life, no one can afford the time to get sick. Modern medicine has got you covered via the flu shot, amongst other things, howeverContinue Reading
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Discover the Blues with Angelique Francis
by Dustin Jussila You may have heard that blues or jazz is a sophisticated music for an intelligent, more refined audience. While that may be true, what you probably don’t know is that modern pop music credits a lot of its origins to the blues. Whether it’s hip-hop, classic rock, orContinue Reading
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by Dustin Jussila You may have heard that blues or jazz is a sophisticated music for an intelligent, more refined audience. While that may be true, what you probably don’t know is that modern pop music credits a lot of its origins to the blues. Whether it’s hip-hop, classic rock, orContinue Reading
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Dear Evan Hansen: Broadway Excellence
By Dustin Jussila Almost everyone has had an awkward phase in their young lives of figuring out where they stand in the eyes of their peers. Does anyone notice me? Who are mu real friends? Hormones can make us do very foolish things. In Broadway Across Canada’s Dear Evan Hansen,Continue Reading
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By Dustin Jussila Almost everyone has had an awkward phase in their young lives of figuring out where they stand in the eyes of their peers. Does anyone notice me? Who are mu real friends? Hormones can make us do very foolish things. In Broadway Across Canada’s Dear Evan Hansen,Continue Reading
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A Night of 1,000 RuPauls Brings 1,000 Reasons to Love Edmonton Drag!
In April 2019 Edmonton’s annual Pride Festival was cancelled. In its wake sprang many grassroots celebrations, including a block party outside the Old Strathcona Youth Society (OSYS), welcoming members of the community in with its colourful murals, drag queens, and enticement of pizza and homemad...
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In April 2019 Edmonton’s annual Pride Festival was cancelled. In its wake sprang many grassroots celebrations, including a block party outside the Old Strathcona Youth Society (OSYS), welcoming members of the community in with its colourful murals, drag queens, and enticement of pizza and homemad...
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The Invisible: Agents of Ungentlemanly Warfare – A Fast Paced and High Stakes Musical
by Dustin Jussila There are performances that, upon first viewing, give you the impression that to get the full effect you must see it again. Some plays that are so full character that if your attention leaves for just a few moments, you miss important detail and milieu. Catalyst Theatre’sContinu...
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by Dustin Jussila There are performances that, upon first viewing, give you the impression that to get the full effect you must see it again. Some plays that are so full character that if your attention leaves for just a few moments, you miss important detail and milieu. Catalyst Theatre’sContinu...
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1984: Dystopian Warning or Guidebook?
By Dustin Jussila Fresh into a new decade, our society mirrors in many whats George Orwell would have described as “fragrantly artificial.” Our ruling class and influencers have succeeded by defrauding the skeptical and the swaying the non-discerning. Our 21st century digital paradise has gifted ...
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By Dustin Jussila Fresh into a new decade, our society mirrors in many whats George Orwell would have described as “fragrantly artificial.” Our ruling class and influencers have succeeded by defrauding the skeptical and the swaying the non-discerning. Our 21st century digital paradise has gifted ...
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