Shades of green: vegetarians aren’t all the same
When he was working for Bell Canada as a telephone line repairman over six years ago, Casey Switzer saw first-hand the poor living conditions of farm animals.
Fixing for a thrill
Selin Kum talks to merchants of adventure, selling jumps, glides and currents.
Thrill Seekers: Chasing a craving
Whether they’re jumping out of planes, diving off cliffs, or ziplining through forests, some people do whatever it takes to get the adrenaline rush they need to curb their craving.
The learning curve: smart drugs
Imagine a pill that could make you smarter. While the concept may sound like something out of a science-fiction movie, certain drugs exist that can do just that. These drugs are called nootropics, and many have been shown to improve concentration, focus, and memory, among other things.
The learning curve: the learning environment
At Carleton, especially in a first-year class, it’s common to have upwards of 400 students facing just one instructor. Over time, most people adjust to such large class sizes. For others, it can affect their capacity to learn. This is why researchers are looking into how to make the learning environment better for everyone.
