Garissa University College attack leaves 148 dead The Kenyan city of Garissa is in mourning after a shooting on Thursday, April 2 that left 148 students dead. This is the largest attack on Kenyan soil since the bombing of a U.S. embassy in Nairobi in 1998. The events at Garissa […]
News
The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Under the Radar
Black man shot to death in traffic stop; officer charged Walter L. Scott was shot to death on Saturday, April 4 in North Charleston, South Carolina, after being pulled over with a broken taillight. Scott, 50, fled from Officer Michael T. Slager, 33, who had pulled him over. The victim’s […]
Simply Authentic: Diary of a Local Foodie
Utilizing whole, fresh foods – strawberry sunshine salad With this being my last food column in The Ontarion for a while – but likely not forever – I have decided to talk a bit about the importance of making the choice to cook with fresh, wholesome ingredients when cooking for […]
To Plan, or Not to Plan?
It depends on your frame of mind There are lots of websites out there trying to sell you the “perfect getaway.” While trips like these may satisfy the majority of those out there looking to get away from it all, that doesn’t mean that you need to conform to what […]
One Pan, One Recipe
Quick and easy recipes using only one pan Unleash your inner chef with three simple recipes. Create delicious, low-cost meals, or try out a new popular dessert. Upgrade your cooking skills for that year-end get together, or just because. The following recipes are made using only one pan. This helps […]
On this Day…
April 9, 2009 Protests in Georgia On this Day: In Tbilisi, Georgia, up to 60,000 people protested against the government of former President Mikheil Saakashvili. The country of Georgia has a habit of inciting large-scale political action on April 9. Not only is April 9 the country’s independence – gained […]
Life 101: Taking a Break
Finding calm in stressful times Right now is a stressful time for everyone – exams are beginning, papers are due, and everyone’s moving on to new things. I hope this article will help some of you who are feeling overwhelmed. These are some of the things I try to do […]
Changing the Subject: Feminism
Tracking feminism’s progress and setbacks Firstly, it’s difficult to completely track feminism, as there have been many feminists that existed before the 19th Century. The first wave of feminism is said to have started during the mid-to-late 19th Century, though feminists such as Mary Wollstonecraft were active much earlier and […]
Are Canadians Tired of Attack Ads?
Why Justin Trudeau’s positive approach might take down the Conservatives Less than 24 hours after Justin Trudeau was elected leader of the Liberal party in 2013, the Conservative party responded with an attack ad on YouTube, calling into question Trudeau’s judgment and capability as a new leader. Of course, the […]
Guelph General Hospital Forgoes Limit on Visiting Hours
Hospital announces plans to allow unfettered access to in-patients In a recent and nearly-unprecedented move, Guelph General Hospital announced plans to remove time restriction on visiting hours. The decision was announced via press release on the hospital website on March 25, noting that the hospital will join “a growing number […]
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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.