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The University of Calgary is a publicly funded research-intensive university founded in 1966, with 14 faculties offering more than 250 academic programs, and more than 50 research institutes and centres. As one of Canada’s top comprehensive research universities, UCalgary combines the best of university tradition with the City of Calgary’s vibrant energy and diversity. Combining our commitment to excellence in research and scholarship, a high-quality learning environment, and our deep connections with the Calgary community, we provide students the opportunity to shape their future and become productive citizens and leaders in a complex world.

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Helping your older child or children navigate having a new sibling will help set the stage for positive sibling relationships across childhood and beyond. (Colourbox)

Expecting again? Tips for helping your first-born child thrive with a new sibling

It is normal for an older child to behave in ways parents will find challenging when a sibling arrives, and for parents to feel upset they cannot spend as much time with their older children.
Given the rapid integration of AI into human resource management across many organizations, it’s important to raise awareness about the complex ethical challenges it presents. (Shutterstock)

When AI plays favourites: How algorithmic bias shapes the hiring process

Understand the risks of using AI recruitment tools and discover practical, actionable strategies to harness AI’s potential while promoting diversity and inclusion in hiring.
Educators can help kids understand the difference between using power negatively and positively, and encourage its positive use to build respectful environments. (Allison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for EDUimages)

Too many kids face bullying rooted in social power imbalances — and educators can help prevent this

Being bullied because of some aspect of who a person is — known as identity-based or bias-based bullying — is extremely harmful to kids’ sense of belonging at school.
Nearly one in three Canadian women over age 60 has had their uterus removed. (Shutterstock)

Hysterectomy is more common, and occurs at younger ages, for women with less education

Women in Alberta with a high school diploma or less have nearly double the rate of hysterectomies than those with a university degree, raising questions about social disparities in medical care.
Refugees arriving in Canada deserve good health care; in fact, the better health care they have, the better chance they have of contributing to the economy. (Unsplash)

Make Canada stronger by supporting the health of refugees

Research shows that health care plus opportunities create the best environment for refugee success in Canada. Not only does that benefit refugees, but society as a whole.
Grey Owl (Archibald Stansfeld Belaney) was a Canadian writer and conservationist and one of the most well-known Indigenous imposters. (CP / National Archives of Canada C-036186)

Outing a pretendian: How four Métis scholars redefined Indigenous identity policy

Four Red River Métis scholars discuss their intimate role in the ongoing issue of Indigenous identity fraud.
Surmonter les disparités sociétales pour parvenir à l'égalité des chances en matière de leadership est un défi, mais les organisations peuvent prendre des mesures tangibles pour favoriser le potentiel de leadership dans l'ensemble du spectre socio-économique. (Shutterstock)

Du terrain de jeu aux conseils d’administration : comment l’enfance et de l’adolescence façonnent les leaders de demain

De nouvelles recherches suggèrent que l’enfance et l’adolescence jouent un rôle clé dans la façon dont se développe le leadership.
Democratic vice-presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz hugs his son Gus during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Who says boys don’t cry? Why we must encourage men and boys to express their emotions

The idea that men should be stoic and bury their emotions remains pervasive, however, the ability to be emotionally vulnerable and expressive is and should be an important part of masculine identity.
City councillors in London, Ont., look on as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks at the construction site of an affordable housing project in September 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nicole Osborne

Municipal politicians claim to be ideological moderates. Is it true?

Many municipal politicians identify strongly with a political party, but some don’t. In fact, more than a quarter of municipal politicians are genuine non-partisans, with no party affiliation.
When we are children, sibling relationships can be full of rivalry, and parents can mitigate this. (Peopleimages.com/Colourbox)

How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Strong, positive and supporting relationships between siblings can support people’s well-being throughout their lifetimes, and parenting approaches matter.
Alice Munro (izquierda) recibe el Premio Literario del Gobernador General 1986 de Ficción en lengua inglesa de manos de la gobernadora general Jeanne Sauvé en Toronto, 1987. CP PHOTO/Blaise Edwards

El horror gótico de Alice Munro: un ajuste de cuentas con la oscuridad de un icono feminista

Un ensayo de la hija de Alice Munro sobre los abusos sexuales sufridos en su infancia ha obligado a repensar el legado de la escritora e icono feminista, aclamada por su capacidad para dar voz a la vida de las mujeres.
Alice Munro (left) receives her 1986 Governor General’s Literary Award for English-language fiction from Governor General Jeanne Sauvé in Toronto, 1987. (CP PHOTO/Blaise Edwards)

The Gothic horror of Alice Munro: A reckoning with the darkness behind a feminist icon

An essay by Alice Munro’s daughter about childhood sexual abuse has forced a reckoning with the legacy of the feminist icon and writer acclaimed for her ability to give voice to women’s lives.
There have been growing calls for more corporate disclosure and accountability in the face of income inequality, governance failures and the mismanagement of natural resources. (Shutterstock)

When it comes to sustainability reporting, it depends on how serious companies are about making change

Many firms now report how they are doing along economic, environmental and social lines in what is called a sustainability report. But how effective are they, really?
Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, speaks with Vietnam’s President To Lam during an official visit at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, Vietnam on June 20, 2024. (Nhac Nguyen/Pool Photo via AP)

Why Russia still has friends on the world stage

While most European nations are on board with western sanctions, countries in the Global South have maintained economic and political links with Russia.

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