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Proposal to address faith issues

October 3, 2001

By Jordan Heath-Rawlings A change proposed at Ryerson’s academic council meeting. Tuesday could see professors lose the right to demand a written explanation when students miss school during religious holidays.

Student report slams ReySACers

October 3, 2001

By Allan Woods Ryerson students see their student government as “freedom fighters” and protester ahead of school issues, according to a shelved report obtained by The Eyeopener.

Students’ TTC lobby effort back on track

October 3, 2001

By Jonathan Spicer Toronto student leaders pushing for transit discounts think Mike Harris’ $3-billion bailout last week may have finally given them a chance.

Alumni come home for a day

October 3, 2001

By Sutton Eaves Paper streamers, quaterbacks and beer played no part in Ryerson’s homecoming festivities this year. Instead, alumnifeasted on shortbread and apple juice as they reunited with old classmates on Saturday afternoon.

Rye profs win history award

October 3, 2001

By Julie Williamson Two Ryerson journalism professors are among those being recognized for bringing Canadian history into living rooms across the country.

Muslim speaker urges education

September 26, 2001

By Fatima Najm At a time when many Muslims and minorities around the world are dealing with racial backlash following the attacks on the United States, Dr. Mohammed Almasry is promoting peaceful community action.

$2,000 tuition hikes on the horizon

September 26, 2001

By Wojetek Dabrowski and Caitlin Martella Rye prez says higher fees for three programs will put them on par with other schools. Ryerson may have to hike tuition for information-technology management, computer science and engineering students by as much as $2,000 next year to keep up with what other schools in Ontario charge, Ryerson president […]

RyeACCESS gives a helping hand

September 26, 2001

By Julie Williamson Ryerson students with special needs can use RyeSAC’s newest service for helping overcoming problems with housing or transportation, said RyeSAC president Odelia Bay.

New Health program a tribute to Ryerson chancellor’s wife

September 26, 2001

By Siri Agrell When Ryerson Chancellor John Eaton was a teenager his dog ran away, changing his life forever. The neighbourhood girl who returned the mongrel was his future wife.

Campus centre moves ahead

September 26, 2001

By Jonathan Colford The preliminary cost estimates for the Ryerson student centre have come in 25 per cent over budget, RyeSAC president Odelia Bay announced last Thursday.

Students push for space and ‘democracy’

September 26, 2001

By Laura Pravs Top Ryerson administrators won’t be held accountable if students are shut out, RyeSAC says Lack of space at meetings where Ryerson’s top administrators decide on such issues as tuition fees, university development and new programs is pushing students out of the decision-making process, Ryerson’s student leaders charge.

Activists push peace

September 26, 2001

By Sheila Nykwist Ryerson activists have toned down a planned protest in Toronto this Sunday citing fears of a crackdown on demonstrations.

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