Rams goaltender Garrett Forrest broke the record for most wins in a single season with 15
Ghost parties in O’Keefe to fund wellness centre, Lachemi confirms
The ghosts he found in the rooms upstairs were hung-over or passed out, but an engineering student was still studying for an exam he had the next day, crying at his desk
Rye partnership launches Canada’s first ‘Cybersecurity Accelerator’
An accelerator like the one being opened up by Ryerson could have a large impact on the future of cybersecurity
Professor isn’t on Rate My Prof, student risks everything
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of not knowing what your professor is going to be like
Winter mixtape: the ultimate cozy playlist for your semester
Here is the perfect playlist to soothe those winter semester blues
Thinking of changing your major?
Not all Rye students are happy with the majors they chose in high school, heres what they are doing to change that
Honey, I’m tracking the kids
Honey “tracks your private shopping behaviour, collects data like your order history and items saved, and can read or change any of your data on any website you visit”
To cheat or not to cheat
Students who are stressed or overwhelmed may feel like cheating is their best chance at passing
Winter mixtape: the ultimate cozy playlist for your semester
Here is the perfect playlist to soothe those winter semester blues
Thinking of changing your major?
Not all Rye students are happy with the majors they chose in high school, heres what they are doing to change that
Rye grad launches international film festival celebrating Muslim filmmakers
Muslim International Film Festival, launched by Rye alumni Hirra Farooqi, will showcase the works and excellence of Muslim filmmakers.
Students are kicking off the new year sober, saying hello to ‘dry January’
To start the year off, some student have chosen to kick it off sober.
The Art of the Resale
With curation skills and a good eye, it’s easier than ever to make it in the fashion business
Ryerson’s Beading Circles use fashion as a tool for Indigenous reconciliation
Ever other Wednesday night, students have the opportunity to socialize, destress and learn more about Indigenous culture
The proud and political voices of Ryerson fashion journalism
The Eyeopener sat with four members of RADMAG and StyleCircle, the authoritative voices on fashion at Ryerson, to hear their opinions on politics, aesthetics and where fashion is headed
Rye partnership launches Canada’s first ‘Cybersecurity Accelerator’
An accelerator like the one being opened up by Ryerson could have a large impact on the future of cybersecurity
Honey, I’m tracking the kids
Honey “tracks your private shopping behaviour, collects data like your order history and items saved, and can read or change any of your data on any website you visit”
New startup puts warm foot forward against homelessness
Sock Footage donates a pair of socks to a homeless shelter for each pair purchased—they’re a commodity most don’t realize is vital to health
The Earopener, Episode 36: Can Universities Become Leaders in Sustainability?
Join host Larry, as we take a deep dive into one of the stories in the Crisis Issue. Larry speaks with Dhriti Gupta, one of the article writers, and asks …
We went to the climate strike—now what?
View PostBREAKING: Student Choice Initiative defeated in Ontario Divisional Court
In a unanimous decision, an Ontario Divisional Court ruled that the Doug Ford government’s Student Choice Initiative (SCI) was “unlawful”
Looking at how environmentalism is taught in classes
Environmentalism teachers share how they engage their classes with unique teaching methods.
How do we cover the climate crisis?
Journalist share how they give climate crisis coverage the gravitas it deserves.
Taking up space: who’s allowed in queer bars?
“There is a normalization of the idea of LGBT spaces as kind of a quirky, weird place for cis, straight people to go to have a party
Beyond the hospital: nursing in the community
The FOCUS placement program is teaching nursing students how they can go beyond traditional nursing interventions
Ryerson student crafts pouches for animals orphaned by Australia’s bushfires
A first-year Ryerson student is using “craftivism” to provide relief for the animals affected by the wildfires in Australia—by making pouches for joeys and wallabies.
Surviving university without coffee: can it be done?
Apparently it is possible to survive school WITHOUT caffeine?
Does Ryerson’s dental plan care enough?
Although Ryerson’s dental coverage includes the cost of basic dental maintenance, some students don’t feel it contributes enough to cover severe dental issues.
Navigating identity as a second generation Iranian-Canadian
As a child of immigrants, I’ve spent years trying to learn about where I’m from. I was born and raised here in Toronto. Almost every Saturday for 10 years, I sat in a Farsi school classroom studying Iranian literature, memorizing Hafez, indulging myself in my beautiful culture—and I love it.
Foodora and Uber workers are fighting for fair working conditions
Your Foodora or Uber Eats order may have only needed you to make a few clicks but for the couriers, the job includes dangerous conditions and unfair wages.
Challenging the lack of social justice teachings in nursing
Cathy Crowe said her memoir was written in response to a lack of social justice teachings in nursing.
Editorial: Half a decade at The Eyeopener
I’ve spent nearly a quarter of my life at The Eyeopener and have seen firsthand the shift that’s happened in that tiny newsroom
Meet your winter 2020 masthead
Congratulations to our newest editors!
The Fashion Issue: Letter from the Editor
View PostLife is a morbid curiosity to me
Our managing editor of the Crisis Issue takes a look at our current state of affairs when it comes to the environment
Ryerson’s one-day strike was full of potential
Overall, it’s fair to say the two groups were fighting for a good cause. But they failed to communicate and collaborate effectively.
Not your token: Trans bodies in post-secondary spaces
We are more than a statistic. We are more than your assignment. We are so much more.
Up-Close & Personal: Why The Eye is on mental health this week
Here’s why The Eyeopener is releasing a mental health package this week
I can’t believe it’s not better
I combined satire and reported stories in order to prove to you that we truly are in The Darkest Timeline glitch.
To cheat or not to cheat
Students who are stressed or overwhelmed may feel like cheating is their best chance at passing
Tending to the grassroots: How student activism is grounded in community care
Student activist groups can mediate burnout by checking in with each other, creating safe spaces and sharing the burden of activism.
We went to the climate strike—now what?
View PostQueerness, fashion & safety: When LGBTQ2IA+ aesthetics popularized but left its community members behind
View PostBREAKING: Student Choice Initiative defeated in Ontario Divisional Court
In a unanimous decision, an Ontario Divisional Court ruled that the Doug Ford government’s Student Choice Initiative (SCI) was “unlawful”
Can universities become leaders in sustainability?
Students say they’re already aware of their career’s environmental footprint and want to see this reflected in more of their courses
You can’t sit with us: How our high school frenemies shape us
“There was this one corridor where if you didn’t eat lunch there, you weren’t considered a theatre kid.”
School, but you’re bleeding
“It’s such a tedious process explaining over and over again that I’m in so much pain that I can’t go to class”
Ghost parties in O’Keefe to fund wellness centre, Lachemi confirms
The ghosts he found in the rooms upstairs were hung-over or passed out, but an engineering student was still studying for an exam he had the next day, crying at his desk
Professor isn’t on Rate My Prof, student risks everything
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of not knowing what your professor is going to be like
Bird enthusiasts pissed bird courses aren’t actually about birds
What does a student have to do to learn about birds in this town!?
Gould Street construction causes nuclear explosion
Random pipes were placed on the street, causing all hell to break loose. The five essential rules for survival sure came in handy
Alternate uses for your unused textbook
The most expensive toilet paper you’ll ever use!?
New Year’s resolution to cut off my toxic friends, now I’m bored
I’m so lonely… I have nobody…. I’ve made a terrible mistake
RSU said “new year, new me,” amidst drama
The RSU is taking a different approach to things this year…
The rise and fall of “Peepeepoopoo Man”
A man on a mission, his short legacy and the end of an era
Rye partnership launches Canada’s first ‘Cybersecurity Accelerator’
An accelerator like the one being opened up by Ryerson could have a large impact on the future of cybersecurity
Ryerson news briefs of the week…with a twist!
RSU files police report, O’Keefe House to become student wellness centre, Rye academic plan looking to be approved this month
Pipes on Gould St. don’t belong to Rye
Why are they there? What do they want?
Online petition calls for RSU president to resign
The petition has been signed by over 1,000 people
UPDATE: RSU files police report following alleged ‘financial mismanagement’
Previously, The Eye obtained photos of financial statements showing food, club and alcohol purchases with a credit card under the RSU president’s name
Rye’s sexual violence policy amended in favour of ‘transparency’
An updated sexual violence policy is expected to be posted this month, says Ryerson president
Rye community honours Tehran plane crash victims at campus memorial
“I’m looking around right now, and there’s people who are standing next to each other who would probably never stand together.”
Campus construction ongoing, Rye can’t confirm deadline
Ryerson president Mohamed Lachemi says university will begin removing “portions” of fencing next week in an email to The Eye
Mistele’s two-goal performance leads Rams in OT win over Warriors
Rams goaltender Garrett Forrest broke the record for most wins in a single season with 15
Ryerson figure skaters not just skating by
Stress, injuries and long hours put into training for figure skating doesn’t get noticed much, if at all
Rams get revenge on Varsity Blues, earn fifth consecutive win
Ryerson extends their win streak to five games with a win over the Varsity Blues
Rams cruise to eighth straight victory over Varsity Blues on the road
Ryerson earned their eight straight win in dominating fashion over the University of Toronto Varsity Blues
Harland’s heroics power Rams past Lions at WOCO
Ryerson hands York their 11th straight loss this season
Rams lose tough overtime battle against Badgers
The Rams lost a heartbreaker 4-3 and sit third in the OUA standings.
Tevaun Kokko comes home to the Rams
After leaving Ryerson, switching to Laurier and a change in perspective, Rams men’s basketball point guard Tevaun Kokko proved his time away wasn’t time off
VIDEO: A woman coaching a men’s team: The Kori Cheverie story
View PostWhat Mental Health Resources Exist for Ryerson students?
Here are the mental health resources for Ryerson students.
Wearing Koy Gear For A Day Vlog
It’s vlog season and we got some Koy Gear
VIDEO: Real Life Horror Stories – Three Truths and One Lie
For our annual fun issue, our fun editor created The Darkest Timeline, a compilation of stories highlighting the blurred lines between the real and the satirical. In our video we …