This Week's Story Features
NEWS:
Queers against the CAQ” protest held in Old Port
by Leo Litke
Several Montreal organizations came together to organize the “Queers against the CAQ” protest after the implementation of the ‘committee of wise people’ that many worry perpetuates transphobic beliefs.
Photo by Andraé Lerone Lewis
Debt mountain: Concordia's mounting money troubles
by Sakib Hossain
With a looming $274 M debt and a deficit that only seems to grow, we explore the intricate details of this financial puzzle and its broader implications. This piece not only unravels the complexity behind debts like Senior Unsecured Debentures and government loans, but it also looks at the strategic measures the university is taking to navigate through these challenging times.
Graphic by Carleen Loney (Instagram: shloneys)
ARTS & CULTURE:
Montreal theatre opening the stage for an inclusive approach to live performance
by Jia Schofer
The Imago Theatre on Boulevard St-Laurent recently swept at the Montreal English Theatre Awards, taking home six awards for their outstanding work. Despite the rigid and conservative reputation of the performing arts, this theatre has managed to earn the attention of a young and diverse audience through its sense of urgency when it comes to reconciling with the art-form’s problematic and exclusive history. Read contributor Jia Schofer’s feature-length article on why students are consistently returning to Imago Theatre!
Photo by James Fay
OPINIONS:
The future of journalism is in your pocket
by Elena Meyer
Podcasting has been reshaping the way that people consume news thanks to the medium’s accessibility and practicality. Is this just a trend, or is audio the future of journalism?
Graphic by Carleen Loney (Instagram: shloneys)
MUSIC:
The special gift of music and synesthesia
by Tabéa Benlakehal
This week, music editor Tabéa Benlakehal tackles what synesthesia is and how special it can be when it meets with music. The senses crossover phenomenon enhances the music listening and making process for both consumers and artists in the music industry. The article includes a simple breakdown of synesthesia, chromesthesia, how it helps artists’ creative journeys from music videos and artwork, what some artists associate in terms of colour and other senses, as well as imputs from a staff member and a Concordia student on their personal connection to music and synesthesia.
Graphics by Keven Vaillancourt (Instagram: kindaokev)
SPORTS:
CF Montréal: New year, new coach, new hopes
by Félix-Antoine Beauchemin
CF Montreal hires new trainer Laurent Courtois for the tenth time in 13 years after yet another unsuccessful season. What else is in store for the manager and team this offseason? read about it in CF Montréal: New year, new coach, new hopes. by Félix-Antoine Beauchemin, in the sports section.