Now that her career is over, Ryerson Rams women’s volleyball star Julie Longman dives into what her future can hold
The Ear-opener Ep 11: Five years of Ryerson history with Eyeopener boss Sierra Bein
All good things must come to an end, and the inaugural semester of The Ear-opener is no different. In his last episode as host, the golden-voiced Michael D’Alimonte looks back with Eyeopener Editor-in-Chief Sierra Bein on Ryerson’s last five years
How Kevin Krasnowski guided the Rams men’s hockey program to relevance
Here’s the story of how Kevin Krasnowski transformed the Ryerson Rams men’s hockey program from second-rate to OUA threat
Mass Exodus 2018 curated show takes a moment to unplug
Celebrating it’s 30th year, Mass Exodus’s curated show took a break from technology to give its designers diverse collections full attention
Mass Exodus 2018 put experimental collections at the forefront
The 30th Mass Exodus fashion show came to a close on Friday night, where students planned and produced all components of the event, thriving fashion student all made their grand exit
Memorable moments in biz and tech this year
From questions about law school, expensive housing and Facebook knowing just a little too much about our actions, here are some of the more memorable moments from our biz and tech section
Best apps of the year
Check out out favourite apps that we used this year
How to save money this summer
I’m saving paper
Mass Exodus 2018 curated show takes a moment to unplug
Celebrating it’s 30th year, Mass Exodus’s curated show took a break from technology to give its designers diverse collections full attention
Mass Exodus 2018 put experimental collections at the forefront
The 30th Mass Exodus fashion show came to a close on Friday night, where students planned and produced all components of the event, thriving fashion student all made their grand exit
Taking a glance back at cool things Rye grads did this year
It might be the end of the semester, but don’t forget about these cool Ryerson people and all the cool things they did this year!
Time to get on the Love Wagon—Ryerson’s jazz fusion band
Love Wagon’s been a part of the Ryerson music scene for a while, making regular appearances at Musicians@Ryerson’s open mics. While they’re hitting a bigger stage this summer, the M@R scene is where things started for them
Keep your eyes out for these artsy events
While the semester comes to an end for students, many arts faculties at Ryerson are prepping for their end-of-the-year showcases
Editorial: I spent $2,000 at Metro and you shouldn’t have to
Arts and Life editor Premila D’Sa writes about branching out of campus to find good food spots
Ryerson fashion collective makes space for genderless clothing
Charlotte Carbone noticed that the majority of unisex clothes were fashioned the same way – they nearly all consisted of the same neutral shapes and colours – she set out to change it
Ryerson prof’s new novel tackles campus rape
The Red Word by Ryerson english professor Sarah Henstra mixes in feminist theory and mythology to portray the story of young undergraduate female students who tackle rape culture on campus
Memorable moments in biz and tech this year
From questions about law school, expensive housing and Facebook knowing just a little too much about our actions, here are some of the more memorable moments from our biz and tech section
Best apps of the year
Check out out favourite apps that we used this year
How to save money this summer
I’m saving paper
Expect more zones and policy changes for weed legalization at Rye next year
New zones, adjustments to tuition and OSAP and some details on the Brampton campus expansion—here’s what to expect for next year
Meet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
A student’s guide to the 2018 provincial election
Who are the candidates running? What will these candidates do for you? Biz and tech editor Sylvia Lorico breaks it all down for you
A Ryerson-led app rates diversity and inclusivity in Toronto
The My City of Migration Diagnostic web app rates immigration and integration in the city. How does Toronto and Ryerson rank?
Is Rye’s law minor too business oriented?
Some students had a change of heart on pursuing a law minor after seeing the list of courses required to obtain it
Life after grad: discounts and donations
Just because you’re graduating doesn’t mean you can no longer get discounts
Awards to keep an eye out for in the 2018-2019 school year
Don’t miss those application deadlines!
This year’s statue controversy at Rye
In the summer, the RSU launched a full campaign called Colonialism 150 as a protest to the celebration of Canada’s 150 years since confederation
Meet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
Fighting for access to menstrual products
After a university-wide referendum, the Centre for Women and Trans People are using the extra funds towards more free products
Club jobs: when play turns into work
From club promotion to bottle service, students are building valuable connections in the city’s bars and clubs
New award for racialized trans students
Ryerson has created a new scholarship for racialized trans students in honour of late Black Muslim trans activist Sumaya Dalmar
Podcast: Ryerson students of different identities talk about navigating the dating world
These four Ryerson students talk about the nitty-gritty of their sexuality and relationships in an audio feature
Editorial: This year has been a wild one, but thanks for sticking around
Well, here I am, writing the last words that I will ever write for The Eyeopener
Editorial Bites: Fake IDs, hostile campus design and bed bugs
Instead of a regular editorial, this week, editor-in-chief Sierra Bein has opted for bite-sized content goodness
Editorial: Looking back at Ryerson’s sports history
The managing editors of this year’s sports issue write about how there’s more to the story than what’s happening in athletics now
Editorial: Study tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite
In VIC 205, where students said they were getting bitten, we found the bugs when Ryerson said they didn’t exist
Editorial: A fashion statement
Caring about clothing, style or any of that stuff was superficial, until I realized how much power it holds
Love, Sex & Play Editorial: Love like theirs
Eat toast with the people you love. Give them an accidental black eye in the kitchen and then serve a beautiful dinner to your family. Keep the pants you wore when you saw the person you were going to spend the rest of your life with. Because it’s fun. It’s love. And those pants were pretty sexy
Editorial: Have students stopped caring about democracy in RSU elections?
At the RSU debate, instead of a chance for students to challenge ideas put forth to them, all we got was two hours of self-indulgences and bullshit
Editorial: Get out there and vote
Now, with online voting you have no goddamn excuse to not vote
What Ryerson isn’t telling you about its animal testing
View PostMeet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
The Fake Out: Are the risks and costs of fake IDs worth it?
Starting out university underaged means that you can’t always enjoy going out for a hot night on the town with all your friends—unless you get a fake. But are the risks and the cost even worth it?
Podcast: Ryerson students of different identities talk about navigating the dating world
These four Ryerson students talk about the nitty-gritty of their sexuality and relationships in an audio feature
Losing my religion: How university can challenge your faith
School changes everything—the way we work, sleep and socialize. It can also change your relationship with religion
What happened when I tried free bleeding on my period
View PostI didn’t lie for a week. Here’s what I learned
View PostThe Ear-opener Ep 5: Biphobia comes from all sides
Host Michael D’Alimonte speaks with former Eyeopener editor Sarah Krichel about her story in this week’s Love, Sex & Play special on how bisexuality is perceived in and out of the LGBTQ+ community
The mysterious murder of Chris Finnigan
It was a crisp Tuesday afternoon. Chris Finnigan, one of Ryerson’s most eligible squirrels, died earlier that morning
Meet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
What to do when Mother Nature thinks parkas and shorts are the new fad
Make sense of Toronto’s crazy weather with these fantastic new tips!
Ryerson unveils cockroach plan to deal with bed bugs problem
Never fear, Lachemi is here!
Rye student still set to graduate even after not attending class since 2014
No class attendance? No problem!
All the water in the world for Finding Nemo
Ryerson University set to become global superpower after theatre program purchases every last drop of the world’s water supply
TRSM student leader gets into Ivey, ghosts everyone
“Listen, an Ivey kid could show up to a job interview with us, say nothing, take a dump on my desk, leave, and I’ll still hire them over literally anyone else”
Rye student invents new mom-centric holiday
“Momday” will happen on March 26, and no, it’s not the same thing as mother’s day
The Ear-opener Ep 11: Five years of Ryerson history with Eyeopener boss Sierra Bein
All good things must come to an end, and the inaugural semester of The Ear-opener is no different. In his last episode as host, the golden-voiced Michael D’Alimonte looks back with Eyeopener Editor-in-Chief Sierra Bein on Ryerson’s last five years
Motion to increase RSU exec salaries pushed to board meeting as AGM doesn’t reach quorum
Quorum wasn’t reached yet again at the RSU’s annual general meeting
Eye Editor-In-Chief kills but then dies
View PostNews updates you can expect next school year
Shit went down this year—expect more next year!
Top news headlines from the year
Like every year, shit went down on Ryerson’s campus. The Eyeopener had a lot of fun reporting on news issues from secret dildo packages sent to the RSU’s office, to bed bugs infesting our classrooms. Here’s a look back on some wild news we covered this past year
Briefs and Groaners: Kicking capitalism
Every week, The Eyeopener meets with Ryerson security and gets the low-down on what’s been happening on campus. Here are some notable, and often unfortunate, entries
Three people in hospital after shooting near Ryerson campus
Police said two people were found “inside a late-night establishment” while at third made his own way to a nearby hospital
Meet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
What’s next for Rams volleyball star Julie Longman?
Now that her career is over, Ryerson Rams women’s volleyball star Julie Longman dives into what her future can hold
How Kevin Krasnowski guided the Rams men’s hockey program to relevance
Here’s the story of how Kevin Krasnowski transformed the Ryerson Rams men’s hockey program from second-rate to OUA threat
Rams to watch out for next year
Eyeopener writer Michael Mazzei gives his input on six Ryerson athletes who could burst into stardom next season
What’s next for Ram defenceman Alex Basso?
In his fourth year as a Ram, the defenceman arguably had the greatest season of his career, racking up a career-high 28 points while leading his team to the OUA quarter-finals
Ammanuel Diressa reflects on his time as a Ryerson Ram
Ammanuel Diressa, who has taken Ryerson basketball to new heights in his last three years, is saying goodbye to Ryerson
Meet your Fall 2018 Masthead
Congratulations to our Fall 2018 Eyeopener masthead!
The Ram Pack is leaving their mark as the greatest fan base in the CIS
It’s one thing to be loud. It’s another to be distracting. The Ryerson Ram Pack—a student collective dedicated to supporting the school’s athletics program—does its best to do both
Reflections of a Former Eggy
The next three years on the job didn’t come without challenges. Some of my most mortifying moments as a human happened while performing as Eggy the Ram
Friday Night Adventures – Bake-Off
This week, fun editor Emerald Bensadoun and media editor Carl Solis had a bake-off to see who could make the best soufflé!
Live From The Archives: Astral Nomad
Astral Nomad performed their original song “Planetary,” as well as a cover of “Redbone” by Childish Gambino
Ryerson Frosh 2017 Highlights
View PostLive from the Archives: The Earopener takes on School of Rock
For our last Live from the Archives session of the year, The Eyeopener masthead showed off their musical talent in our office
MASS EXODUS 2017: Erich Rennie reinvents club-style clothing
“I just wanted to make something that was fun”
MASS EXODUS 2017: Monika Cibulskis’s BDSM line is a form of rebellion
“It’s a rebellion against my upbringing”
Live from the Archives: Kelsey Cueva
The latest artist to come to our archives room brought the magic of a ukulele