The Omega

Know what to do in a worst-case scenario

Students and staff of TRU can now sign up to receive instant notifications regarding safety issues on and around campus. TRU President Alan Shaver and TRU manager of occupational health & safety Stacey Jyrkkanen have been discussing emergency management for some time. Shaver came from Dalhousie University in Halifax where they have many winter storms … Continue reading »

Interculturalizing the Curriculum

Mike Davies, Editor-in-Chief Ω The world is getting smaller and smaller. Not literally, of course, and it might seem obvious to say this, but it is becoming more and more common for interact with people from cultures that are different from your own on a regular basis. It is with this in mind that TRU … Continue reading »

Check out the April 10, 2013 edition in full

Click here to read the April 10, 2013 edition in full

Parting words of wisdom (or folly)

Mike Davies, Editor-in-Chief Ω As we come to the close of another publishing year here at The Omega, I would like to impart with you a few words on what I have learned this year that may help you as you move forward on your adventure — if you’d be so kind to indulge me … Continue reading »

Life’s waiting to begin

Taylor Rocca, Copy/Web Editor Ω “Everyone was working for this goal where all the children left without a trace, only to come back as pure as gold to recite this all. “Life’s waiting to begin.” Written by Tom DeLonge and heard in the Angels & Airwaves song “The Adventure,” I quoted that as I hosted … Continue reading »

Another obstacle to overcome for WolfPack soccer player

Tyler Lowey, Contributor Ω Sebastian Gardner is staring down cancer, for the second time. ‘Seb’ Gardner, 24, is a member of the Thompson Rivers University men’s soccer team, a midfielder and has played for the team for six years. On Dec. 28, 2011 he was called into the doctor’s office and told that he had … Continue reading »

Check out the full March 27, 2013 edition of The Omega

Click here to read the full March 27, 2013 edition of The Omega

Upcoming Directors Festival showcases student

Brendan Kergin, Arts & Entertainment Editor Ω Six nights of live theatre will be capping off four years of education for a group of TRU students. They’re part of the theatre program and will be filling the Actors Workshop Theatre in Old Main from April 8 to 13 with productions done completely by students. “You … Continue reading »

Canadian Music Corner: Cuff the Duke & The Devin Cuddy Band

Cuff the Duke Brendan Kergin, Arts & Entertainment Editor Ω Cuff the Duke is the exact reason a column like Canadian Music Corner exists. The group has been around 12 years. That’s four years longer than Alana ‘Honey Boo Boo’ Thompson. Cuff the Dukes produces a high quality of music that is creative, interesting, fun … Continue reading »

Leadership in environmental sustainability certificate available to students

Courtney Dickson, Roving Editor Ω TRU is now officially offering a certificate in leadership in environmental sustainability. Students looking to expand their resumes and receive recognition for their work in the community will finally have something to show for it, as it was introduced with the March 27 Upcycle That! event. Peter Tsigaris, chair of … Continue reading »

Few resources for graduating students

Karla Karcioglu, Contributor Ω This spring TRU will see another group of students graduate and become alumni. Many will be leaving behind the title student, which they have carried with them from kindergarten to post-secondary graduation. “Life transitions can be stressful,” said Cliff Robinson, chair of the TRU counselling department. Despite the magnitude of this … Continue reading »

Jack Project helps raise mental health awareness

Karla Karcioglu, Contributor Ω The Jack Project came to TRU Thursday, April 4 and Friday, April 5 to raise awareness of mental illness, thanks to the efforts of TRU Wellness and four TRU students with a personal interest in mental health. The project was created in 2010 after 18-year-old Jack Windeler, a first-year student at … Continue reading »

Fill the food bank while waiving library fines

Courtney Dickson, Roving Editor Ω For the ninth year, the library is partnering with TRUSU to fill the food bank and keep money in students’ pockets. Now through April 27, students who have incurred fines for overdue books from the TRU Library can waive those fines by donating non-perishable food items to Food For Fines. … Continue reading »

Williams Lake campus receives more than $1 million towards employment training

Courtney Dickson, Roving Editor Ω After eight months of negotation, TRU’s Williams Lake (TRU-WL) and the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement (LMA) will be putting $1 million towards a new initiative to give adults the basic training needed to compete in today’s job market. The LMA will cover the cost of tuition, supplies and transportation … Continue reading »

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Pride march fills campus for second year

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