Some elements still under construction After many years of planning and construction, the first phase of the new Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre will be open to students and members on Sat., September 3, 2016. Though the building may still feel like it is under construction, the new fitness centre, studios, […]
Author: Dana Bellamy
Guelph’s alternative entertainment scene is raising the bar
Try something a little different this year Guelph has a thriving bar scene, which is enjoyed by many university students. With a bar or club on practically every corner downtown, there may seem like a lot of options, but they can start to feel similar after a while. Luckily, for […]
Year two of WayHome Music & Arts Festival
40,000 fans gathered together to experience a curated weekend of music, entertainment, and art Experiencing a nearly brand-new festival as an attendee is always an exciting experience, especially if the festival is in its sophomore year. You get the chance to see how the festival has improved from their inaugural […]
Flatrock stops in Guelph to showcase debut indie-pop album
Vocalist Melissa Murphy talks inspiration, recording, and touring Hailing from Toronto, indie-pop band Flatrock recently released their debut album, titled The Hill. Filled with enchanting vocals and lush chords, the quartet packs a punch in the record. They embark on their nation-wide tour this month, with a stop at Guelph’s […]
Highlights of Hillside 2016
Independent talent shines at Guelph’s most famous festival The locally cherished Hillside Festival celebrated another year of music, community, and culture on what seemed like the hottest weekend of the summer. The heat, however, did not seem to faze many of the festival-goers, performers, or crew members. The lines for free […]
Guelph mourns for Orlando victims
Vigil criticized for lack of diversity It was not long ago that community members gathered to celebrate the beginning of Guelph Pride Week by raising the rainbow flag outside of City Hall. On Thurs, June 16, however, the flag was flown in mourning. On June 12, 49 people were killed […]
Redefining Dance
From dancing on ice to dancing in trees With dance recital season in full swing, the Guelph Dance Festival celebrated 18 years of innovative programming among the local arts community. The annual festival took place over four days, from June 2 to 5, and featured performers all the way from […]
Toronto Argonauts host intense training camp at Alumni Stadium
Gryphons football players learn from the pros in hopes to make the CFL Getting ready for the upcoming season, the Toronto Argonauts set up camp at the University of Guelph’s Alumni Stadium on Wed, May 25 and will continue training and practicing until Sat, June 18. Joining the pros on […]
My CD player is a time machine—just press play
No plutonium necessary Music has always been a part of my daily routine. Growing up, my family would often have music playing throughout the house during meals and chores. My parents had a 300-disc rotating CD player—the original iPod Shuffle—and would often test my sister and I on the randomly […]
Bike theft a growing concern for avid cyclists on campus
Campus police advise community to be cautious and aware Over the last six years, Nathan Shami has routinely biked to campus and locked his bike up at the covered shelter beside the Science Complex. In March, there was an unexpected snowstorm that forced the chemistry MSc student to leave his two-year-old […]
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