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Alumni
Commerce Society’s 50th Annual Business Dinner featuring SMU’s Robert Kelly
Apr 25, 2025
Commerce Society’s 50th Annual Business Dinner featuring SMU’s Robert Kelly
Apr 25, 2025
Apr 25, 2025
Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin’s presentation at the Board of Directors’ Forum
Mar 28, 2025
Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin’s presentation at the Board of Directors’ Forum
Mar 28, 2025
Mar 28, 2025
Benefits of Improving the Alumni Community at Saint Mary’s
Feb 20, 2025
Benefits of Improving the Alumni Community at Saint Mary’s
Feb 20, 2025
Feb 20, 2025
The 25th Wine and Cheese - Great Networking for Current and Future Alumni
Jan 23, 2025
The 25th Wine and Cheese - Great Networking for Current and Future Alumni
Jan 23, 2025
Jan 23, 2025
From SMU Alumnus to Talented Writer: An Evening with Bruce Bishop, an event hosted by the SMU Pride Society
Dec 5, 2024
From SMU Alumnus to Talented Writer: An Evening with Bruce Bishop, an event hosted by the SMU Pride Society
Dec 5, 2024
Dec 5, 2024
Prospective Alumni Perspectives
Nov 7, 2024
Prospective Alumni Perspectives
Nov 7, 2024
Nov 7, 2024
Positive Study Experience Leading to Positive Work Experience: Zach MacIsaac’s Point of View
Oct 10, 2024
Positive Study Experience Leading to Positive Work Experience: Zach MacIsaac’s Point of View
Oct 10, 2024
Oct 10, 2024
A Timeline of Saint Mary’s, its Evolution, and Impact on Alumni
Sep 12, 2024
A Timeline of Saint Mary’s, its Evolution, and Impact on Alumni
Sep 12, 2024
Sep 12, 2024
What makes the Sobey School of Business Appealing to New, and Returning Students? A perspective from Ryan Clark, returning student of Saint Mary’s
Aug 15, 2024
What makes the Sobey School of Business Appealing to New, and Returning Students? A perspective from Ryan Clark, returning student of Saint Mary’s
Aug 15, 2024
Aug 15, 2024
Arts & Culture
Anthony Bourdain and the Art of Being Human
May 7, 2025
Anthony Bourdain and the Art of Being Human
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
10 Pieces of Media by Women That Belong on Your List
Mar 24, 2025
10 Pieces of Media by Women That Belong on Your List
Mar 24, 2025
Mar 24, 2025
Go On Bob, Give Us Nothing!
Feb 11, 2025
Go On Bob, Give Us Nothing!
Feb 11, 2025
Feb 11, 2025
The Whimsical World of Wes Anderson
Nov 27, 2024
The Whimsical World of Wes Anderson
Nov 27, 2024
Nov 27, 2024
Five Beautiful Things: Movie Recommendations from the Atlantic International Film Festival
Oct 17, 2024
Five Beautiful Things: Movie Recommendations from the Atlantic International Film Festival
Oct 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024
Falling for Film: A Handpicked Selection of Autumn Movies
Oct 2, 2024
Falling for Film: A Handpicked Selection of Autumn Movies
Oct 2, 2024
Oct 2, 2024
American Myth: Part Two – Unforgiven (1992) and a Revision of the Wild West in Two Parts
Sep 17, 2024
American Myth: Part Two – Unforgiven (1992) and a Revision of the Wild West in Two Parts
Sep 17, 2024
Sep 17, 2024
30 Years of Grace: Jeff Buckley’s Melancholic Soul Lives On
Sep 4, 2024
30 Years of Grace: Jeff Buckley’s Melancholic Soul Lives On
Sep 4, 2024
Sep 4, 2024
American Myth: Part One – Unforgiven (1992) and a Revision of the Wild West in Two Parts
Aug 22, 2024
American Myth: Part One – Unforgiven (1992) and a Revision of the Wild West in Two Parts
Aug 22, 2024
Aug 22, 2024
Athletics
Double the Glory: SMU Women’s Huskies Dominate Basketball and Volleyball
Apr 11, 2025
Double the Glory: SMU Women’s Huskies Dominate Basketball and Volleyball
Apr 11, 2025
Apr 11, 2025
Athletics and Academics: Friends or Foes?
Apr 8, 2025
Athletics and Academics: Friends or Foes?
Apr 8, 2025
Apr 8, 2025
The Mental Game: How SMU Athletes Tackle Performance Anxiety
Mar 13, 2025
The Mental Game: How SMU Athletes Tackle Performance Anxiety
Mar 13, 2025
Mar 13, 2025
Cheerleading : The Sport in Camouflage
Feb 25, 2025
Cheerleading : The Sport in Camouflage
Feb 25, 2025
Feb 25, 2025
Bell Let's Talk and Athletes: Stories, Support, and Breaking the Stigma
Feb 13, 2025
Bell Let's Talk and Athletes: Stories, Support, and Breaking the Stigma
Feb 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025
Frosty Fitness: How to Stay Fit During the Festive Season
Jan 16, 2025
Frosty Fitness: How to Stay Fit During the Festive Season
Jan 16, 2025
Jan 16, 2025
Kick Like a Girl: The Female Kicker Changing Football
Dec 10, 2024
Kick Like a Girl: The Female Kicker Changing Football
Dec 10, 2024
Dec 10, 2024
Half a Century of Triumph: Celebrating Women in Sport at SMU
Nov 14, 2024
Half a Century of Triumph: Celebrating Women in Sport at SMU
Nov 14, 2024
Nov 14, 2024
Katie Pegg: From SMU to The Paralympics
Nov 4, 2024
Katie Pegg: From SMU to The Paralympics
Nov 4, 2024
Nov 4, 2024
By the Editors
Is Poetry Evolving to Survive or to Thrive? 
May 9, 2025
Is Poetry Evolving to Survive or to Thrive? 
May 9, 2025
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May 9, 2025
School Spirit at SMU: Does it Exist?
Apr 15, 2025
School Spirit at SMU: Does it Exist?
Apr 15, 2025
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Apr 15, 2025
Civic Duty: A Guide to Voting in the 2025 Federal Election
Apr 10, 2025
Civic Duty: A Guide to Voting in the 2025 Federal Election
Apr 10, 2025
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Apr 10, 2025
The MCU is Dying: Why Does it Matter? 
Mar 14, 2025
The MCU is Dying: Why Does it Matter? 
Mar 14, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025
Best Places to Study On Campus for Neurodivergent Students
Feb 14, 2025
Best Places to Study On Campus for Neurodivergent Students
Feb 14, 2025
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Feb 14, 2025
The Life of the Anthropomorphic Huskies’ Mascot
Feb 7, 2025
The Life of the Anthropomorphic Huskies’ Mascot
Feb 7, 2025
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Feb 7, 2025
The Stories of People I’ve Met
Nov 29, 2024
The Stories of People I’ve Met
Nov 29, 2024
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Nov 29, 2024
First-Aid on Campus: SMU’s Medical Campus Response Team
Nov 22, 2024
First-Aid on Campus: SMU’s Medical Campus Response Team
Nov 22, 2024
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Nov 22, 2024
Huskies Football reach AUS Championship final, lose in overtime
Nov 12, 2024
Huskies Football reach AUS Championship final, lose in overtime
Nov 12, 2024
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Nov 12, 2024
Graduate Studies & Research
All You Need to Know About Archival Research
Aug 2, 2024
All You Need to Know About Archival Research
Aug 2, 2024
Aug 2, 2024
Feeling Disconnected as a Graduate Student: On and Off Campus
Jul 5, 2024
Feeling Disconnected as a Graduate Student: On and Off Campus
Jul 5, 2024
Jul 5, 2024
Conducting Interviews: Learning the Basics
May 24, 2024
Conducting Interviews: Learning the Basics
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
Transitioning from Coursework to Research
Apr 30, 2024
Transitioning from Coursework to Research
Apr 30, 2024
Apr 30, 2024
‘Career Planning’ for Graduate Students, Is It Necessary?
Mar 29, 2024
‘Career Planning’ for Graduate Students, Is It Necessary?
Mar 29, 2024
Mar 29, 2024
Exploring the Multifaceted Benefits of Joining a Research-Based Master's Program
Mar 14, 2024
Exploring the Multifaceted Benefits of Joining a Research-Based Master's Program
Mar 14, 2024
Mar 14, 2024
Consultation and Oral History: What’s the Connection?
Mar 1, 2024
Consultation and Oral History: What’s the Connection?
Mar 1, 2024
Mar 1, 2024
Mastering the Art of Reading a Research Paper: A Comprehensive Guide
Feb 15, 2024
Mastering the Art of Reading a Research Paper: A Comprehensive Guide
Feb 15, 2024
Feb 15, 2024
Graduate vs. Undergraduate Studies: And How to Stay Mentally Healthy During Both
Feb 2, 2024
Graduate vs. Undergraduate Studies: And How to Stay Mentally Healthy During Both
Feb 2, 2024
Feb 2, 2024
LGBTQ+
Transness and Self Image
Apr 23, 2025
Transness and Self Image
Apr 23, 2025
Apr 23, 2025
Stonewall: History, Erasure, and Preservation
Mar 26, 2025
Stonewall: History, Erasure, and Preservation
Mar 26, 2025
Mar 26, 2025
Healthy Masculinity
Feb 26, 2025
Healthy Masculinity
Feb 26, 2025
Feb 26, 2025
Gender Affirming Care for Minors: What’s Actually Happening
Jan 29, 2025
Gender Affirming Care for Minors: What’s Actually Happening
Jan 29, 2025
Jan 29, 2025
Gay Rom-Coms for this Holiday Season
Dec 11, 2024
Gay Rom-Coms for this Holiday Season
Dec 11, 2024
Dec 11, 2024
Asexual Inclusivity
Nov 13, 2024
Asexual Inclusivity
Nov 13, 2024
Nov 13, 2024
Surviving Online Hate: Keeping a Healthy Distance from Homophobia
Oct 16, 2024
Surviving Online Hate: Keeping a Healthy Distance from Homophobia
Oct 16, 2024
Oct 16, 2024
Passing: It’s More Complicated Than You Might Think
Sep 18, 2024
Passing: It’s More Complicated Than You Might Think
Sep 18, 2024
Sep 18, 2024
“I Saw the TV Glow” - Why Queer Storytellers Make a Difference
Aug 21, 2024
“I Saw the TV Glow” - Why Queer Storytellers Make a Difference
Aug 21, 2024
Aug 21, 2024
Lifestyle
Senioritis: The Final Hurdle 
Apr 7, 2025
Senioritis: The Final Hurdle 
Apr 7, 2025
Apr 7, 2025
   The Wonderful World of Volunteering
Mar 10, 2025
   The Wonderful World of Volunteering
Mar 10, 2025
Mar 10, 2025
Post-Christmas Crash: How to Save During the Winter
Feb 11, 2025
Post-Christmas Crash: How to Save During the Winter
Feb 11, 2025
Feb 11, 2025
A Letter to My Younger Self
Jan 13, 2025
A Letter to My Younger Self
Jan 13, 2025
Jan 13, 2025
Burnout: The Silent Procrastinator
Nov 25, 2024
Burnout: The Silent Procrastinator
Nov 25, 2024
Nov 25, 2024
A Discussion of Mental Health: You’re Not Alone
Oct 28, 2024
A Discussion of Mental Health: You’re Not Alone
Oct 28, 2024
Oct 28, 2024
My Top Feel-Good Activities
Sep 30, 2024
My Top Feel-Good Activities
Sep 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024
   Books, Brews, and Views: Hidden Study Spots in Halifax
Sep 2, 2024
Books, Brews, and Views: Hidden Study Spots in Halifax
Sep 2, 2024
Sep 2, 2024
Time for Tunes: Music of the Summer
Aug 5, 2024
Time for Tunes: Music of the Summer
Aug 5, 2024
Aug 5, 2024
Opinion
Does Where You Get Your News From Matter?
Apr 15, 2025
Does Where You Get Your News From Matter?
Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
How Misunderstandings Lead to Criticism: Affirmative Action and Employment Equity
Mar 25, 2025
How Misunderstandings Lead to Criticism: Affirmative Action and Employment Equity
Mar 25, 2025
Mar 25, 2025
Internships: A Gateway to Success or a Barrier to Equal Opportunity
Feb 19, 2025
Internships: A Gateway to Success or a Barrier to Equal Opportunity
Feb 19, 2025
Feb 19, 2025
Pass/No Credit: Robie Street High’s Get-Out-Of-Jail-Free-Card
Aug 14, 2024
Pass/No Credit: Robie Street High’s Get-Out-Of-Jail-Free-Card
Aug 14, 2024
Aug 14, 2024
A Critique of Stoicism
Mar 13, 2024
A Critique of Stoicism
Mar 13, 2024
Mar 13, 2024
Should Cellphone Use Be Regulated in Classrooms?
Feb 14, 2024
Should Cellphone Use Be Regulated in Classrooms?
Feb 14, 2024
Feb 14, 2024
How Does ChatGPT Hinder Psychological Functioning?
Jan 17, 2024
How Does ChatGPT Hinder Psychological Functioning?
Jan 17, 2024
Jan 17, 2024
Should Students Rate Their Professors?
Nov 29, 2023
Should Students Rate Their Professors?
Nov 29, 2023
Nov 29, 2023
Why Food Should Be Free on Campus
Nov 1, 2023
Why Food Should Be Free on Campus
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
SMUSA
Meet your SMUSA VP of Advocacy
Dec 3, 2024
Meet your SMUSA VP of Advocacy
Dec 3, 2024
Dec 3, 2024
 Meet your SMUSA VP of Societies
Nov 5, 2024
Meet your SMUSA VP of Societies
Nov 5, 2024
Nov 5, 2024
Meet your SMUSA VP of Events & Engagement
Oct 8, 2024
Meet your SMUSA VP of Events & Engagement
Oct 8, 2024
Oct 8, 2024
Dockside Dining Hall: The Heartbeat of Saint Mary’s University
Jul 30, 2024
Dockside Dining Hall: The Heartbeat of Saint Mary’s University
Jul 30, 2024
Jul 30, 2024
Dear Saint Mary's Administration: Here's How to Actually Create A World Without Limits
May 7, 2024
Dear Saint Mary's Administration: Here's How to Actually Create A World Without Limits
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
SMUWorks: A Sudden Goodbye to Saint Mary’s Employment Program
Apr 9, 2024
SMUWorks: A Sudden Goodbye to Saint Mary’s Employment Program
Apr 9, 2024
Apr 9, 2024
SMUSA Board of Directors Candidates 2024: Part 2
Feb 11, 2024
SMUSA Board of Directors Candidates 2024: Part 2
Feb 11, 2024
Feb 11, 2024
SMUSA Board of Directors Candidates 2024: Part 1
Feb 11, 2024
SMUSA Board of Directors Candidates 2024: Part 1
Feb 11, 2024
Feb 11, 2024
SMUSA Presidential Candidates 2024: Part 2
Feb 11, 2024
SMUSA Presidential Candidates 2024: Part 2
Feb 11, 2024
Feb 11, 2024
Societies
The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals: Actors on SMUDS
Mar 17, 2025
The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals: Actors on SMUDS
Mar 17, 2025
Mar 17, 2025
The Case of The Societal TV 
Mar 3, 2025
The Case of The Societal TV 
Mar 3, 2025
Mar 3, 2025
What if Societies Did Not Exist?
Feb 3, 2025
What if Societies Did Not Exist?
Feb 3, 2025
Feb 3, 2025
Behind the Scenes: Bringing a Society Gala to Life
Jan 14, 2025
Behind the Scenes: Bringing a Society Gala to Life
Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
What Society is Perfect For You?: SMU Society Quiz
Jan 6, 2025
What Society is Perfect For You?: SMU Society Quiz
Jan 6, 2025
Jan 6, 2025
Mastering the Art of Debate: A Look at SMU Debate Society’s Rigorous Preparation
Nov 26, 2024
Mastering the Art of Debate: A Look at SMU Debate Society’s Rigorous Preparation
Nov 26, 2024
Nov 26, 2024
      	Challenges Facing Executives: Conference Services, SMUSA and Member Engagement
Nov 18, 2024
Challenges Facing Executives: Conference Services, SMUSA and Member Engagement
Nov 18, 2024
Nov 18, 2024
The Who, What, Where, When, How and Why of SMU Societies: A Closer Look at Campus Life
Oct 29, 2024
The Who, What, Where, When, How and Why of SMU Societies: A Closer Look at Campus Life
Oct 29, 2024
Oct 29, 2024
The Evolution of SMU's Journal
Oct 1, 2024
The Evolution of SMU's Journal
Oct 1, 2024
Oct 1, 2024
Technology
Campus Resources: Making the Most of SMU's Technical Supports
Apr 18, 2025
Campus Resources: Making the Most of SMU's Technical Supports
Apr 18, 2025
Apr 18, 2025
The Case for Less Screen Time: How Technology Can Detract From Life
Mar 23, 2025
The Case for Less Screen Time: How Technology Can Detract From Life
Mar 23, 2025
Mar 23, 2025
Eco-Friendly Alternatives To Your Most-Used Apps
Feb 21, 2025
Eco-Friendly Alternatives To Your Most-Used Apps
Feb 21, 2025
Feb 21, 2025
The Spotify AI Epidemic: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Music Industry
Jan 23, 2025
The Spotify AI Epidemic: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Music Industry
Jan 23, 2025
Jan 23, 2025
The New Cable: How Video Streaming Services Have Devolved
Dec 6, 2024
The New Cable: How Video Streaming Services Have Devolved
Dec 6, 2024
Dec 6, 2024
What is Digital Rights Management, and Why You Should Care
Nov 8, 2024
What is Digital Rights Management, and Why You Should Care
Nov 8, 2024
Nov 8, 2024
A Beginner’s Guide to Building Computers
Oct 11, 2024
A Beginner’s Guide to Building Computers
Oct 11, 2024
Oct 11, 2024
The Environmental Cost of Artificial Intelligence
Sep 13, 2024
The Environmental Cost of Artificial Intelligence
Sep 13, 2024
Sep 13, 2024
Start Your Semester Off Right With These Apps and Gadgets
Aug 16, 2024
Start Your Semester Off Right With These Apps and Gadgets
Aug 16, 2024
Aug 16, 2024
University
The SMU Shop Holiday Gift Guide
Dec 9, 2024
The SMU Shop Holiday Gift Guide
Dec 9, 2024
Dec 9, 2024
Unavoidable Literature: Books and Authors You Might Have to Read in University
Nov 20, 2024
Unavoidable Literature: Books and Authors You Might Have to Read in University
Nov 20, 2024
Nov 20, 2024
Is Dockside Dining Healthy?
Nov 11, 2024
Is Dockside Dining Healthy?
Nov 11, 2024
Nov 11, 2024
Fastidious Themes: Three Great Instrumental Albums for Studying
Oct 23, 2024
Fastidious Themes: Three Great Instrumental Albums for Studying
Oct 23, 2024
Oct 23, 2024
Getting to Campus in the Big City and Other Misfortunes
Sep 25, 2024
Getting to Campus in the Big City and Other Misfortunes
Sep 25, 2024
Sep 25, 2024
Life in Residence: Services, Activities, Support, and Community
Sep 16, 2024
Life in Residence: Services, Activities, Support, and Community
Sep 16, 2024
Sep 16, 2024
Adventures in the Part-Time Underbelly: Finding a Job as a University Student
Aug 28, 2024
Adventures in the Part-Time Underbelly: Finding a Job as a University Student
Aug 28, 2024
Aug 28, 2024
Dorm Living Essentials
Aug 19, 2024
Dorm Living Essentials
Aug 19, 2024
Aug 19, 2024
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Jul 31, 2024
Formula of words: An Early Guide to English Courses for First and Second Year
Jul 31, 2024
Jul 31, 2024
Video Games
Baldur's Gate 3 Just Turned One Year Old - Here's Why It's Still Important
Aug 12, 2024
Baldur's Gate 3 Just Turned One Year Old - Here's Why It's Still Important
Aug 12, 2024
Aug 12, 2024
Are Video Games Healthy?
Jul 26, 2024
Are Video Games Healthy?
Jul 26, 2024
Jul 26, 2024
4 Incredible Rougelikes to Help Play the Day Away
Jul 2, 2024
4 Incredible Rougelikes to Help Play the Day Away
Jul 2, 2024
Jul 2, 2024
What Makes a Good Video Game Adaptation?
May 17, 2024
What Makes a Good Video Game Adaptation?
May 17, 2024
May 17, 2024
The Parasitic Nature of Mobile Games
Apr 19, 2024
The Parasitic Nature of Mobile Games
Apr 19, 2024
Apr 19, 2024
3 Awesome Free Games That You Should Try
Mar 22, 2024
3 Awesome Free Games That You Should Try
Mar 22, 2024
Mar 22, 2024
Video Games Do Not Need an Easy Mode
Feb 23, 2024
Video Games Do Not Need an Easy Mode
Feb 23, 2024
Feb 23, 2024
The Many Ways Video Games Tell Their Stories
Jan 26, 2024
The Many Ways Video Games Tell Their Stories
Jan 26, 2024
Jan 26, 2024
The Growing Dangers of Live Service Games
Dec 8, 2023
The Growing Dangers of Live Service Games
Dec 8, 2023
Dec 8, 2023
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