I have a question, and I think in our #MeToo era, it’s an important one: What the hell is wrong with saying “no thanks”? Avocadoes on your sandwich? No thanks. Four essays due on the last day of term? No […]
My name is Katie Winters and I am a fourth-year Honours Sociology student. I have written my thesis as a content analysis of the multi-media project “Die Jim Crow”. I would like to thank my supervisor Dr. Tony Thomson for […]
Marine ecosystems are difficult areas to investigate due to their vast ranges, but as a result of technological advancements, our understanding of ocean life including understudied marine microbial diversity is constantly improving. Marine fungi contribute to nutrient cycling as they […]
Blanding’s Turtle is an endangered species and one of the four turtle species in Nova Scotia. There were three previously known populations of Blanding’s Turtles in the southern region of Nova Scotia. The populations of Kejimkujik National Park and Historic […]
The K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre is a beautiful representation of the natural science community that exists at Acadia. The spacious and comforting Garden room with its’ cheerful citrus trees is a popular study place among students. The greenhouses are […]
My name is Zachary Visser and I am a fourth-year student pursuing my Honours in chemistry and double major in biology. The nature of my degree has allowed me to complete molecular biology research under the supervision of Dr. Russell […]
According to the most recent Statistics Canada census taken in 2011, 76.1% of Canadians reported having an affiliation with a religion. This number includes those who are only nominally involved and has likely declined since then. Regardless, the reality is […]
Mental health is an uphill battle More like a fumble Starting with a stumble After a smilingly small event In your eyes Teary eyes, stuttered speak l cant breath l squeak Shaking and losing my stepping You ask what’s wrong […]
I am soaked in tears, and ridden by fears. So sad in despair, having these dreams of a nightmare. Honestly looking forward to fall, being freed from it all. Cause with these screams in my head death is no threat. […]
My demons are my shadows Keeping their distance but always by my side Growing They follow me even in the brightest of days and darkest of nights They creep close enough to see silently waiting to corrupt my mind With […]
As the wood struck against the sandy shores, the rowboat grinded to a halt. As the captain and his six men touched down on the sandy shores they saw before them a lush jungle that was only parted by a […]
Honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) are the most agriculturally beneficial eusocial insects for crop pollination. Chemical communication is critical in maintaining colony structure and activity, which may be exploited by some parasites. Varroa destructor (Anderson and Trueman) (hereafter Varroa) is […]
As of January 30th 2019, the Blue Felt Lichen (Pectina Plumba) has been declared the official provincial lichen of Nova Scotia! A poll was held by LichenNS that was met with 565 responses, resulting in a win for the Blue […]
As the last semester of university approaches for our graduating class of 2019, so does the anxiety about what’s beyond the horizon. For many, disappointment is eminent; however, there is still hope for those who get rejected. Maybe you forgot […]
This has been a whirlwind month of Presidential announcements. Since December 31st Democratic hopefuls have started announcing they are running for the candidacy. Of those who have announced, few have made the most of the opportunity. Senator Elizabeth Warren has […]