Author: jasmineanthony
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Sheridan a cappella group hits the right chord for stressed out students
BY JASMINE ANTHONY At first glance, the rehearsal of the Sheritones, Sheridan’s a cappella group, seems like an impromptu gathering of friends. Everyone is comfortable with each other, and there is happy chatter around the room. Someone enters late, and a series of questions are shot off: Name, program, favourite alien movie and vocal range?…
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Flynn calls free tuition ‘ingenious’ at Sheridan announcement
BY JASMINE ANTHONY MPP Kevin Flynn held a session at Sheridan’s Trafalgar Campus on March 15 to announce the new Ontario Student Grant, which was released as part of the recent 2016 provincial budget. In front of an audience of about 30 faculty members, students and media, Flynn and Sheridan President Jeff Zabudsky shared pride…
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St. Paddy’s Day: binge drinking can have lasting effects
BY JASMINE ANTHONY This St. Patrick’s Day, it’s important to remember that the “luck of the Irish” is not enough to get you home safely. With many pubs and bars promoting their venues using cheap beer and green beverages, it is easy to forget your one-drink-a-day rule and let loose for the night. And that’s…
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Traditional Quebec ‘Cabane à Sucre’ pops up on Toronto shore
BY JASMINE ANTHONY The beginning of March Break brought some sweetness to Toronto’s waterfront with Sugar Shack, a “real Cabane à Sucre.” On March 12 and 13, Torontonians and visitors alike had the chance to treat themselves with maple syrup taffy, live shows, and warm(ish) weather. See the festival through tweets, photos and videos below. [View the…
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Oakville residents creating mural for Canada’s 150th birthday
BY JASMINE ANTHONY Oakville residents have the chance to be a part of a nationwide art project to celebrate Canada’s upcoming 150th birthday. The Canada 150 Mural Mosaic project is a collaboration of artwork from 150 communities across the country. Each will produce a separate train car themed mosaic that represents their community, which is…
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End of an Era: Print program looks back on 45 years of Sheridan Sun
BY JASMINE ANTHONY The Sheridan Sun print edition is coming to an end. On Dec. 11, a pub night was held in The Marquee by the Print program to celebrate the 45 years that the paper has been published. Current students, faculty and alumni of the program gathered to share memories and commemorate the end of an era.…
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The Sheridan Sun’s print edition meets its final deadline
STORY BY JASMINE ANTHONY After 44 years, more than 1,000 issues and 10 awards, The Sheridan Sun’s print publication has met its final deadline. The weekly publication, which has not missed a scheduled issue since 1971 when it was first published, was produced during the school year by students in Sheridan’s Print Journalism program. September marked…
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Affordable adventures: dream vacation without breaking the bank
STORY BY JASMINE ANTHONY Relaxing on white beaches, trekking across vast mountain ranges, or seeing the ancient wonders – whatever strain of travel bug you’ve caught, there is one thing in common: the price tag. Unless you’re content to pitch a tent in the backyard or scoop up a Groupon for a night at a…
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Paws Your Stress: pups share love with students
STORY BY JASMINE ANTHONY Exams can weigh heavily on students’ shoulders in December, but on Friday, a group of pups lent a paw to any student who needed some relief. Therapeutic Paws of Canada (TPOC) visited Sheridan with a group of well-behaved dogs for the Sheridan Student Union’s Paws Your Stress event, and gave students…
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Curtain goes up, student prices go down
STORY BY JASMINE ANTHONY If you’ve been having a hard time finding something fun to do in Oakville, you’re in luck. The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts has announced its 2015-16 season and the selection of performances will appeal to all tastes. For students on a budget there are $20 tickets for events like Evil…
