Archive for category: Features

/ January 19, 2012 8:12 pm

What a difference a name makes

Gone are the old titles of Frost Week and Carnival to something, well, a little more festive: Winterfest. The SRC’s epic four days of concerts, skiing, and added bonus of a well-structured Rail Jam/hot tub combination is sure to woo even the greatest of sun-lovers. At least that’s the plan.

/ January 19, 2012 7:32 pm

The first annual Bishops Winterfest

Bishop’s University’s Student Representative Council (SRC) is delighted to present a Winter Carnival to bring the community together. The SRC has planned activities for all ages at 2600 College St.from Thursday, Jan. 19 in the evening and through to Sunday, Jan. 22. Bishop's will host Zed's Dead as the main student attraction.

/ January 19, 2012 7:26 pm

Say no to UGGs

We don't have a uniform here, but some days it seems we might as well: Bishop's sweatshirt (go Gaiters!) with sweatpants or Spandex leggings tucked into UGG boots. While you love your UGGs and I have to admit, the one pair I tried on was very comfortable in the store, they are just not made to survive harsh Canadian winters.

/ January 19, 2012 7:22 pm

Dill’s recipe corner

Welcome everybody! After a long and filling break some of us may be looking for something to fill that void of turkey, ham, or perhaps even chilli? If that is the case, may I suggest this hearty and delectable stew to help us through a long and perhaps gruellingly cold winter? I present, Chicken a la king.

/ January 19, 2012 7:22 pm

A Bishop’s after story

Jason Kacprzak graduated from Bishop's University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, after which, according to his website, he decided to follow his true passion and pursue a career in cooking. Today he is the proud owner of successful restaurant Bistro KapZak in Sherbrooke, serving "home cooking with a modern European flare."

/ November 24, 2011 8:00 pm

The School of Education is getting crafty at Bishop’s

The School of Education has some exciting projects to address global education and Education for Sustainable Development with The Sustainability Walk of the “Seats of Knowledge.” This project was a collaborative effort of final year Education students in the B.ED program.

/ November 24, 2011 2:57 pm

Dragons’ Den – Bishop’s University

Have you ever heard of a student pitching an idea to an experienced businessmen? Well here is your chance: SIFE Bishop’s is hosting its annual Dragons’ Den competition on December 2nd at 6 PM.

/ November 24, 2011 2:42 pm

Feed to read

Bishop’s University Mentoring and Tutoring (BUMT) is an SRC club. The club promotes literacy and learning within the local community, as participants are paired up with a student in the area.

/ November 24, 2011 2:41 pm

Academia on the air waves

Students and staff of Bishops University now have a new medium to stay informed about the academic world of Bishops; the good ol’ radio.

/ October 27, 2011 5:01 pm

One ringy dingy!

We’ve all been there before. You’re at a booth or a store at the mall for Bell, Telus, Rogers or some other place, and you’ve got to choose from one of the major manufacturers. iPhone, Blackberry or Android?