Old news, new insight
After a year spent pouring over back issues of Ontario newspapers, two history students have uncovered new insights on old news. Upon the recommendation history professor Aleksandra Bennett, Joseph... More
Archives: History
A hobby of helping
By Lori Tarbett Third year Yamikani Msosa describes volunteering as one of her main hobbies and that is evident given the myriad of activities she is involved in both on and off campus. Yamikani... More
Making the most of the university experience
By Lori Tarbett “I wasn’t involved in any activities in high school and I always regretted it.” Those are the sentiments of third year history student, Jane Thwaits. Thwaits says, “That’s... More
History of Hops
By Nicole Findlay Brianne Laneville takes her beer more seriously than most, but you are more likely to find her at the National Archives than enjoying a black and tan at the local pub. The... More
FASS students vie for Canada’s top job
By Nicole Findlay Not only does he have to contend with the NDP, Liberals and Green Party nipping at his heels, Steven Harper faces a more youthful challenge to his position. FASS students Alysia... More
History – Senate Medalists
Emilie de Rosenroll obtained her BA Honours in history. She found the program was broad in scope, which exposed her to a spectrum of perspectives and historical approaches. In fact, the courses she... More
Art and Culture – Senate Medalists
Meredith Inksetter obtained her BA Honours in art history. Inksetter entered the program to gain a comprehensive view of history through an examination of the “visual culture of the past.” During... More
Combined Majors – Senate Medalists
Shannon Gamble has graduated with her BA Honours in sociology and women’s studies. Through the women’s studies program Gamble explored issues including gender socialization and inequity, as well... More