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TALKS STALL FOR REFERENDA POLICY

November 15, 2006

By Jill Langlois The students’ union failed to re-negotiate policy when it expired in 2004; now, new faces and reluctance from administration to give power to students is putting negotiations on ice.

Canuck cowboy controversy

November 15, 2006

Paperback Hero, directed by former Ryerson film student, Peter Pearson, stars a crazy Canadian cowboy and set the stage for feminist rage and gay disputes when it hit the big screens in the ’70s. Now, Pearson want to bring this character back. Amanda-Marie Quintino writes.

KEEP YOUR ASS IN THE SEAT

November 15, 2006

By Josh Wingrove Associate News Editor A Ryerson chair claims retention rates are improving, but Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities’ data show otherwise. What leads to retention data, and what is Ryerson doing to keep its students?

WANNA VOTE? STUDENTS DON’T.

November 15, 2006

The Eyeopener’s candid reporter Adrian Morrow kept an eye out for over-eager students who couldn’t wait to vote. It seems as though he’s still looking…

Mr(s). Smith can’t find a doctor

November 15, 2006

By Lauren McKeon Most people feel awkward taking their clothes off in front of a doctor. But for transsexuals, a routine physical can lead to persecution. Worse, a recent report reveals that some can’t find care at all.

Muslims playing for power

November 15, 2006

The Muslim Students’ Association is the largest group on campus with 1,200 members, the most politically active, with a former president heading the Ryerson Students’ Union, and the most vocal, bringing the issue of Islamophobia to the forefront. But is the group’s size and strength coming at the expense of smaller student groups? Sarah Boesveld […]

RSU prez opens old wounds on Facebook

November 15, 2006

By Josh Visser News Editor There are many reasons to love and loath the social-networking website Facebook.com. Regardless, its popularity cannot be understated. Studies have suggested that as many as 85% of American college students have a Facebook profile, and Canadians students can’t be far behind.

Birds of a feather

November 15, 2006

By Stacey Askew and Lia Van Baalen One glance at the Ryerson Students’ Union’s groups day suggests that all groups on campus are ethically, racially or culturally-based, but each group prides itself on welcoming new and diverse types of people. What draws these birds of a feather together?

HIGH FIVE FOR TAKING A RISK

November 15, 2006

By Robyn Doolittle Editor in Chief This week The Eyeopener is taking a look at diversity on campus and in the city. While some stories may push some people’s buttons, those same people are probably doubled over with Borat laughter.

FUMIGATING PITMAN 831

November 15, 2006

By Kristina Jarvis Student Housing Services attacks bed bugs with gas, bumps students to other rooms in either residence.

GRAD CAUCUS NOT GETTING ANY PLAY

November 15, 2006

By Josh Wingrove Associate News Editor Grad Caucus members and Electrical Engineering students say RSU ignores their motions and proposed bylaws, but other grad students shoot down objections.

PROF GETS ‘OWNED’ ON YOUTUBE

November 15, 2006

By Danielle Wong A confrontation between a student and ITM professor was recorded on a cellphone and posted on YouTube. Is this the new Rate My Prof?

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