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    Cheap Hobbies for Busy Students on a Budget

    March 11, 2025 / No Comments

    This article describes a list of activities and hobbies for students to get into to take the stress away from academic pressures, while also not costing much, if at all.

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    U of L Strike Timeline

    April 27, 2022 / No Comments

    This article was written by Rebecca Martin Timeline of the Strike February 27, 2020 The 2020 provincial budget was released and saw a 6.3% decrease in funding for postsecondary institutions from the previous year.  The University Board of Governors voted to increase tuition by 7%. The University cut 42 positions, laying off 19 employees across several different departments, and an added 23 confirmed retirements and resignations.  April 8, 2020 94% of ULFA members approved a bargaining mandate for the negotiating team at the Annual General Meeting.  April 16, 2020 ULFA’s Negotiation Team and Executive gave notice to begin bargaining with the University’s Board of Governors June 4, 2020 The two…

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    Student Discounts and Where to Find Them

    December 2, 2021 / 2 Comments

    Written by Mace Elsher Students struggle to pay for things. Whether it is bills, rent, mortgage, spousal payments, or tuition,finding a good deal is always worth the search. So, where can you find student discounts within Lethbridge? Let’s start with everyone’s favourite:  Restaurants/food joints  Retail Whether its food or retail, Lethbridge has lots to offer for students regarding discounts, and as we all know, retail therapy adds up fast! So maybe keep some of these places in mind the next time you are looking for a spot to eat or splurge on yourself. Treat yourselves!  The Melioristthemeliorist.ca/

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    Anderson Hall Open For Summer Students For Now, Plus Other Updates

    April 27, 2020 / No Comments

    This article was written by Sorcha DeHeer Anderson Hall is open to summer students for the first half of the semester, which is when need will be re-evaluated. The building is open for equipment rentals, computer labs, and library material returns until the end of the week. Location and resources may change, so keep an eye out. Library services will be provided until June 19. When using the computer labs make sure to sit 6 ft. away from other students and use the hand sanitizer provided. Areas are cleaned immediately after a student leaves. If you are working on group assignments, consider doing it remotely. As for textbooks, the bookstore…

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