Highlighting key announcements from the conference On June 16 to June 18, the 21st annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) was held in the Los Angeles Convention Centre. The event, which hosted a variety of exhibitors and vendors, provided video game fans with a number of incredible announcements that are sure […]
Author: Emilio Ghloum
Mental Health & Wellness: Meditation
How meditation can cultivate consistency The ability to create and maintain good habits is crucial skill that remains relevant throughout our daily lives. Whether it is limiting your coffee intake to one cup a day, or reading for an hour before bed, creating consistency through routine can become a tremendous […]
U.S Open 2015: Jordan Spieth Takes Historic Win
The 21-year-old wins his second consecutive major The 2015 golf season is well underway at the Chambers Bay course in University Place, a city just southwest of Tacoma, Washington. One of the largest tournaments in golf, the U.S. Open, took place last week, and it was nothing short of incredible. […]
The state of cable television
How ratings have trumped quality With the emergence of Netflix and other streaming services, having cable in your household is becoming less and less necessary. Netflix gives the viewer an opportunity to watch a variety of movies, documentaries, and sitcoms—all you need is a good internet connection and nine dollars […]
The Southern Ontario Amazing Race Raises $80,000
A recap of the event and its importance to the community The Southern Ontario Amazing Race (SOAR) is an event that has been a part of the Guelph community since early 2004. Originally put together by Glenna Banda, Matt Steffler and Paul Pengelly, the process of turning the race into […]
What is it, then, between us?
A personal reflection on why narrative matters to me One of the most poignant lessons I learned came in a second-year English seminar. While we studied a few 18th and 19th century American authors, it was our class discussion on the narrative form of each text that stood out to […]
Santa Barbara Oil Spill 2015
Pipeline burst causes 105,000 gallons of spillage On May.19, officials from Los Angeles reported that an estimated 105,000 gallons of crude oil has spilled into Santa Barbara County. The problem involved two pump stations located along the Gaviota coast. The operation, run by Plains All American Pipeline, has received large […]
Mad Men Series Finale Review: Part One
Accepting the past as it lags behind you The airing of Mad Men’s series finale truly signalled the end of an era. After seven phenomenal seasons of intricate storytelling, complex character arcs, and brilliant historical accuracy, AMC’s coveted program entertained viewers for one last time. The seventh season, which […]
Leafs Sign Mike Babcock to $50 Million Deal
Toronto has landed the NHL’s top head coach The Mike Babcock sweepstakes are finally over. The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed former-Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock to a multi-year deal. The deal was announced last week as the Maple Leafs have been attempting to rebuild during the offseason. […]
Grilled Brie Sandwich with Sliced Pears and Toasted Walnuts
A luxurious twist on a staple comfort food Brie is one of my favourite cheeses – it’s delicate, rich, and melts incredibly well. Part of what makes brie so versatile is the subtle and creamy flavours it presents, allowing the French cheese to be easily paired with a variety of […]
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The Ontarion publishes independent, student-produced news, opinion, and commentary for University of Guelph students so that they can make informed decisions in their lives. To do this, The Ontarion provides learning opportunities and training in journalism, media production, leadership, board governance, and other aspects of nonprofit news.
The Ontarion is the University of Guelph’s independent student newspaper. It began in 1951 as part of the Ontario Agricultural College and then began to represent the entire University of Guelph once it amalgamated in 1964. The Ontarion incorporated in May 1970 as The Ontarion, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation registered with the province of Ontario.