Remembering the past and moving forward I remember when I first became a Raptors fan – when I first really started watching the beautiful game of basketball – falling in love with my hometown Toronto Raptors. Morris Peterson, Jalen Rose, and Jerome Williams were the dream team in my books. […]
Author: Emilio Ghloum
The Therapeutic Storytelling of Television
How I learned to appreciate the qualities of television narratives I remember endless nights as a child, when my curfew was 9pm or so, and The Simpsons would be on. My brother and I gazing at the television, begging our parents let us stay up long enough to watch the […]
The Impact of Oil Sands on Canadians: an Overview
How crude oil shapes the Canadian landscape Much has been said about the oil sands in Alberta and the issues that arise in its existence. For many, the oil sands symbolize economic potential, growth, and consistent capital, for others, it remains a harmful process that fundamentally urges human rights deficits […]
American Horror Story: A Freakish Progression
Taking a look at the newest season of the unique show American Horror Story has garnered many positive and negative reviews throughout its three previous seasons. Produced by FX, the show has been known for its chilling, gruesome plot lines, and its refreshing storytelling within the horror genre. The fourth […]
Crisis in the Capital: an Attack on Canadian Soil
Following the attack on Parliament Hill and its impact on our nation In a troubling week for Canadian citizens- prevalent with stories of shock, terror, and disbelief-the nation endured through one of its most trying and difficult times that will not soon be forgotten. As Canadians continue to cope with […]
The Unique Role of Barbershops
A story about relationships and haircuts Ever since I was a child, I remember going to the barber for a haircut. Whether it was a clean, short buzz cut, or the always fashionable mushroom cut, it was always a joy for me to visit the barbershop. Perhaps when I was […]
The role of media in the making of a culture of war
Taking a look at the glorification of combat through the Vietnam War In new media, constant reminders of military action and pride are recurring. Whether it is visible through a likeable action hero from a blockbuster movie, or through a lesson taught in history class, mass media has made […]
Seeing Green and Grey: The Environment as Text
How reading the environment can shift perspective As I was driving with my friend in the quaint town of King City, beautiful well-built homes lined the streets. The suburban neighbourhood had houses with enormous backyards and were located on grand plots of land. As the steady stream of houses continued […]
Open House Carnival Showcases McLaughlin Library
Library offers students a study break and stress minimiser This past week, the McLaughlin Library hosted a two-day Open House Carnival for University of Guelph students. The event was held in the UC Courtyard on Sept. 23 and in the Library Foyer on Sept. 24., which generated great interest from […]
Climate Summit 2014: Bringing Forth the Need for Action and Dialogue
Examining the implications and impact of the UN’s Climate Summit The economy and industry of modern-era civilizations has created a mass increase in the amount of global carbon emissions polluting the atmosphere and our environment. Two days before the UN Climate Summit was held, approximately 310,000 protestors peacefully marched the […]
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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.