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By Brandon Plant + 4 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Despite comeback attempt, Algonquin Wolves lose third straight
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The Seneca Sting held on for their third win in a row during a close battle of men's college basketball against the Algonquin Wolves on Nov. 25 at Seneca. The Sting's Aron Cortes put home a three-point jump shot with just over a minute left in the game to make it a seven-point advantage for Seneca. Moments later though, the...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 4 min read
How to get fresh produce for cheap as a student
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Many have dealt with the rise of inflation one way or the other over the last couple of years, but for students in universities and colleges, the increase in the cost of living has really hit home. This is because groceries, fresh produce in particular, have been hit the hardest during this economically volatile time. According to data posted by...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 3 others for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Robert Harvey elected as Board of Governors academic staff rep
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After a fierce campaign between four potential candidates, the voters have spoken and Algonquin College has a new member of the Board of Governors. Robert Harvey received 118 votes and was elected as the staff representative for the Board of Governors with 41.9 per cent of the popular vote. He was appointed officially to the role on Oct. 12. Ala...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Spring semester enrolment projected to be 'significantly' higher than last year
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It's the final week of the school year for many students, but for others, it's just the beginning with the spring semester kicking off in a couple of weeks. May 8 is when the spring semester officially opens, and according to a statement from the college's Academic Operations and Planning department, there will be far more faces on opening day...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Savoir Fare increases prices on most products to keep up with rising food costs
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Rising food costs have hit all corners of the culinary world, including Savoir Fare. The campus store has been forced to mark up its items due to rising fresh produce costs after years of prices remaining stagnant. Maryann Murphy, an employee who has been working at Savoir Fare for 20 years, said prices increased, but not for every product. "A...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
As anti-Semitism increases, Passover fosters togetherness for Jewish community
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Jewish people around the world over the last week have been observing the holy holiday of Passover, but for some Jewish students at Algonquin College, the holiday brings a sense of togetherness for them during a time of increased anti-Semitism worldwide. For Matthew Bromberg, a Jewish business management and entrepreneurship student, it's a chance to see family and unite in...
By Brandon Plant (Brandon as photographer) + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
College implements new standards to assist international students
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Colleges Ontario has implemented new common standards to help international students in their relocation to the province. Algonquin College is one of the many colleges in the province to implement the new common standards, with the latest criteria set to be administered by June 2024. The college believes that these new standards will provide essential resources and increased support for...
By Brandon Plant + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
After Silicon Valley Bank collapse, President Biden says the 'banking system is safe'
Local NewsCTV: An Ottawa mother, Boravy Buth, has been charged with second-degree murder and criminal negligence resulting in death, after her infant son died in 2021, Ottawa Police announced Monday. This comes a few weeks after the police had charged Buth and another man, Patrick O'Connor, after failing to provide the necessities of life to the infant boy. The infant...
By Brandon Plant + 3 others for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Algonquin Wolves claim bronze at women's OCAA basketball championships
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The Algonquin Wolves women's basketball program collected the bronze medal in a thrilling 56-52 win over the Fanshawe College Falcons at the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association championships on Sunday. Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association All-Canadian guard Dasia McDonald led the way for the Wolves, registering 19 points during the contest, while first team CCAA all-star Libby Hirst in the paint rebounded...
By Brandon Plant + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Senators rough up Red Wings as playoff race heats up
The Ottawa Senators beat the Detroit Red Wings 6-2 on Monday as the race for a playoff spot heats up. The Sens took a commanding stance in the standings as a result of the big win at the Canadian Tire Centre. The stakes were high for the Senators, seven points out of a playoff wildcard position. Detroit's placement ahead of...