Hello and happy March!
​We are already halfway through the winter semester. What is even going on? Here in the Calgary Journal newsroom, we are gearing up for a month of events and celebrations.
On Friday, ​the Paralympic opening ceremony for the 2026 Winter Games in Milano-Cortina kicked off the 10 days of competition with eye-catching performances. ​As the games in Italy begin, important discussions are being planned at MRU.
​On March 11th – Telling the Truth in Hyperreality: Journalism in a Time of Lies
​On March 24th – Ethics and AI in podcasting
​We highly recommend attending both events, as they will offer valuable information and learning opportunities.
If you are pursuing a career in journalism or communications, the event on March 11 will cover truthful, honest storytelling, and the event on March 24 will cover ethical podcasting tips and tricks.
​International Women’s Day will be celebrated worldwide tomorrow, and this team of ladies will be sure to hype up our fellow women in journalism and all fields of work. You go, girls!
Here are some standout stories from this week:
Featured Podcast Listening:
Photo Gallery:
‘Sunflowers’ by Vincent Van Gogh is one of the most famous paintings in the National Gallery of London. It is one of 11 paintings by Van Gogh in a series depicting the flowers at various stages. PHOTO: EMMA MILLER
‘Wheat Field with Cypresses’ was completed by Vincent Van Gogh in 1889. This version is housed in the National Portrait Gallery of London.PHOTO: EMMA MILLER
‘Enclosed Field with Ploughman’ depicts a scene from Vincent Van Gogh’s perspective while he was in an asylum. It was painted shortly after Van Gogh finished his famous painting, ‘Starry Night’. PHOTO: EMMA MILLER
One of Vincent Van Gogh’s final works titled ‘Farms near Auvers’ was painted shortly before his death in 1890. PHOTO: EMMA MILLER
Below are some Calgary events taking place this week that you may want to check out:
– Neon Paint Night – Glow In The Dark Evening
When: March 7, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Palak StudioInk 12318 Barlow Trail NE #235
Cost:$35
– Celebrate Women in Trades
When: March 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre
Cost: Prices Vary
– Exmerce UpliftHER
When: March 10, 9:30 a.m.
Where: 628 8 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2P 1G4
Cost: Prices Vary
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Thank you for reading. Until next week!
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