Dear Gryphons,
Welcome to a new year at the University of Guelph.The Ontarion is the University of Guelph’s Independent Student Newspaper, and we are proud to represent the student body and the Guelph community. We are a nonprofit organization that strives to provide students with experience and knowledge. We accomplish this by having a new staff each year, which allows those interested in journalism the chance to get real-world experience. We also provide our volunteers with guidance in writing, photography, design, copyediting, and much more. Stories in The Ontarion are produced by students and members of the community. If you want to see your name in print, cover amazing events (that you go to for free), and have your voice heard then visit us to find out what opportunities are waiting for you — our office is in UC 264.
In order to be a voice for students, The Ontarion needs to speak your language. I may not understand what Snapchat is or why everyone keeps saying “lit,” but I do understand how to help you develop your writing so that your ideas count in a tangible way.
I also know that you’re not going to read your grandparents’ newspaper. My goal for this year is to produce stories that you care about in ways that you find interesting. The hope is that you look forward to reading The Ontarion every week, that it entertains you in between classes, and that it sometimes makes you think more than your classes do. In order for us to make that hope a reality, we need your help.
- Tell us what you want to know
- Send us your letters to the editor
- Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook @theontarion
- Leave us a comment, like a post, or share a story
- Give us feedback or come in and volunteer so that you can tell your own stories
We want you to enjoy the paper because this is your paper.
- Use our weekly calendar to plan your weekend
- Do the weekly crossword puzzle for your chance to win a couple of Bob’s Dogs
- Have a laugh at our special satirical issue (The Contrarion)
- Read a story about your community that reminds you that Guelph was, absolutely, the right choice for you
Sometimes engaging in the university experience seems impossible because of the countless classes, assignments, and tests. Through us, we hope you’ll find out what Guelph has waiting for you to discover.
Get on top of Guelph with The Ontarion.
Our paper is available at over 100 locations around Guelph; many of those are right here on campus.
Pick up your free copy every Thursday.
Join the ranks of Gryphons and Guelphites who are proud to say: #IReadTheOntarion.
Sincerely,
Mirali Almaula, PhD
Editor-in-Chief