Katherine Speur

A good spook to you! On this special episode of The Gateway Presents, we explore the deep, dark worlds of ghosts, goblins, zombies, and the University of Alberta. Classics professor Kelly McFarlane takes us on a journey back in time to talk to use about the hair-raising mythology in Greek and Latin Literature. Then later, Glen Fairen talks to us about witchcraft and the occult. All that, plus a couple scary stories in this witches brew. Start listening, if you dare!

With Easter rapidly approaching, 'The Gateway Presents...' asks Steven Kent, a leading expert in religious sociology, an age old question: What is the difference between a cult and a religion? Then in the second part of the program, Alberta's Summer Temporary Employment Program (STEP) used provide great summer jobs for undergraduate student's that needed money to continue their studies in the fall. What will it mean for students now that the program has been suspended?

School's Back FROM Summer! And The Gateway Student Newspaper is back too with another season of The Gateway Presents... This week's episode is all about back to school; How to make the most of your undergraduate experience, and how to make sure school doesn't chew you up. Dr. Wendy Doughty gives us tips about how to cope with the inherent stresses of school. Then we travel to the University of Alberta Clubs Fair to find the student group that's right for you. Finally, University of Alberta Students' Union President Petros Kusmu re-enacts his President's Address that he delivered at Orientation 2013.

Moving on from the security of university life can be an intimidating and emotional experience—so here at The Gateway Presents we talked to some University of Alberta students who are currently going through change in their University lives. Katherine Speur, Multimedia Editor at The Gateway, sits down with other staff of her fine newspaper: Andrew Jeffrey, Alana Willerton and Andrea Ross. Then, the president of the Student’s Union, Petros Kusmu, discusses the valuable experiences he's gained from being a student at the University of Alberta.

Sunshine, lollipops, rainbows, and everything that's wonderful! On this week's episode of The Gateway Presents, in celebration of The Gateway's release of a magazine called 'The Good Life' we ask the question: Are you living the good life?

This week on The Gateway Presents, News Editor, Michelle Mark sits down with the three main presidential candidates for the 2014 Students' Union Elections: William Lau, Bashir Mohamed, and Adam Woods. Then, The Gateway went out and talked to some students on campus to see if they were interested in voting in the upcoming elections.

This week on The Gateway Presents, we took a closer look at mental health by exploring some of the useful mental health services available to students. Steve Knish, a psychologist at the Mental health Center gives us advice on the support available through student services. Then, William Lau and Brett Zawadiuk tell us the best ways to cope and deal with student stresses at the U of A. Finally, Dr. Robin Everall, the associate dean of students and the author of the U of A's mental health report, finishes off the show with some valuable tips for students who are struggling.

This week on The Gateway Presents, we talk to Gateway writer, Billy-Ray Belcourt, about his feature from the January 29th issue of The Gateway on indigenous feminism. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we talk to vice president external of the Married Student Association, Taylor Williams, about the events and support available through this distinct organization. Then, Dr. Matt Johnson, Assistant Professor in the U of A’s Department of Human Ecology, tells us a bit about his research on intimate relationships.

This week on The Gateway Presents, we talk to The Gateway’s Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Jeffrey, about his feature from the January 15th issue on youth homelessness. We also discuss the upcoming 2014 International Week happening from January 27 to February 1st at the University of Alberta. Nancy Hannemann, Director of U of A’s Global Education talks about the history and importance of International Week. Then, David Kahane, Professor in the U of A’s Department of Political Science, tells us about his upcoming presentation on citizen participation and local food.

When the operating budgets of Alberta's post-secondary institutions were slashed this year, nobody was quite sure what exactly the effects would be. Larger class sizes? Less staff? Some trimming on budgetary indulgences? Now, as classes resume for the fall, everybody is coming their own conclusions.

A closer look at the operations, identities, and journalistic styles of student press at the University of Alberta. Learn more about the Gateway, the Wanderer Online, the UAlberta Student Blog, and the Vanguard Journal!