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A Demisexual Girl in a Sexual World

When I was in grade seven, I specifically remember thinking something was wrong with me. All my friends had crushes and drooled over whichever celebrity was popular at the time. I was at a friend’s house listening to her drone […]

Sports & Wellness

A Demisexual Girl in a Sexual World

by athopinions
Published March 5, 2017
Not Always: A Response to Exercise Is Medicine

Did you know that there was a study published in the US National Library of Medicine which suggests that men who play sports professionally show a higher percentage of depression? What the article concluded was that “the high ratings of […]

Sports & Wellness

Not Always: A Response to Exercise Is Medicine

by athopinions
Published March 5, 2017
The Side Unseen

There was a girl who used to look in the mirror and tell herself one thing she loved about herself every day. She always smiled, she sung in the shower and spent all of her hours comfortable in her own […]

Creative

The Side Unseen

by athcreative
Published March 5, 2017
A Safe Sex Sonnet

In bed, one will ask “Are you ready?” ‘Ready’ has little to do with your age, you do not have to be going steady. There is no ‘right place’ or certain life stage. So long as someone uses some latex […]

Creative

A Safe Sex Sonnet

by athcreative
Published March 5, 2017
Trail

Trail your fingertips over my skin. Make me arch with shivers. Lick a pathway from my navel to my breasts, hear me moan in pleasure. Kiss me everywhere and more. Let me love you forever.

Creative

Trail

by athcreative
Published March 5, 2017

This essay is a summary of the presentation held by local Fisherman and Ecosystem Holder, Darren Porter, who was invited in January by the Acadia Department of Sociology to give a public presentation under the same title. We all remember […]

Opinions

Witnessing the Transformation of the Mi’kmaq Living Resources: The Colonization of the Minas Basin

by Rylie Moscato
Published March 5, 2017

Since I arrived at Acadia in the fall of 2014, I have had the privilege of voting in the Acadia Student’s Union General Election. I have always been a proud supporter of the ASU, and all that they provide to […]

Features

Co-op Students: The Forgotten Party in the ASU Election

by Payton Wood
Published February 14, 2017

On February 13th and 14th remember to VOTE: To view the Athenaeum’s full print coverage online visit: https://issuu.com/theath And to vote online please visit: https://central2.acadiau.ca/elections/asu —————————————————————————————- Grace H-B Hi there! My name is Grace H-B and I’m from Halifax, Nova Scotia. I’m […]

News

2017 ASU Election: Presidential Platforms

by Andrew Haskett
Published February 13, 2017

The Acadia Art Gallery opened in 1978, providing both students and public alike the opportunity to indulge in their artistic side. I recently had the opportunity to interview Hunter Gillis, who works for the gallery, and asked him a few […]

Arts & Culture

The Acadia Art Gallery: Interview

by athopinions
Published February 13, 2017
Jobless in a Jobless Town

As the second semester quickly gets under way, my mind wanders to the thoughts of a warm and sunny Wolfville. While I am certainly enjoying my time here at Acadia, a looming concern presses down on my shoulders. Looking to […]

Opinions

Jobless in a Jobless Town

by athopinions
Published February 13, 2017
Rihanna and JK Rowling “Clap Back”

In recent months, politics has become a buzzword. Some people relish in discussing politics, while others are deeply opposed. From classrooms to coffee shops, it has become increasingly rare to stay away from the subject. Even celebrities, such as Rihanna […]

Arts & Culture

Rihanna and JK Rowling “Clap Back”

by athopinions
Published February 13, 2017

Selecting a university is never easy. By the time Grade 12 rolls around, students are surrounded with applications, viewbooks, and guides pressuring them to choose the flashiest institution. It’s a game that’s gone on for decades, and the big names […]

Opinions

The Maple League

by Colin Mitchell
Published February 13, 2017
“Make no mistake, this was a terrorist attack”

On Sunday, January 29th at around 7:50 pm, 6 men were killed by gunfire at a mosque in Quebec City, and 19 were left injured. As of Monday, January 30, a man named Alexandre Bissonnette has been charged with six counts of […]

News

“Make no mistake, this was a terrorist attack”

by Rylie Moscato
Published February 13, 2017
Never Enough Coffee in Wolfville

As if choosing where to buy your morning coffee, afternoon brew or all nighter fuel isn’t hard enough… there’s a new coffee shop in town and Charts is sure to be on your list of places to hit in Wolfvegas. […]

News

Never Enough Coffee in Wolfville

by Allison Smith
Published February 13, 2017
What’s in a Name? Racism: A Response.

This is in response to the article in the last issue titled “Unpopular Opinion: Controversial Team Names Aren’t All That Controversial.” In short, I call bullshit. I appreciate the fact that you, Anonymous writer, would rather see more productive means […]

Sports & Wellness

What’s in a Name? Racism: A Response.

by athopinions
Published February 12, 2017

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