Expect more online learning options in the future
Transition to the online delivery of lessons in post-secondary institutions such as Langara College has been a learning experience for students and instructors.
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Vancouver Queer Skate offers community during COVID-19
By Alaina Saint Amour
One of the few inclusive groups prioritizing queer people during the pandemic, Vancouver Queer Skate is bringing LGBTQ+ folks together.
The club has been key in providing a sense of community and belonging to…
Side jobs trend as pandemic gives rise to job insecurity
Reported by Jan Bevilacqua
Nearly one year after sweeping COVID-19 restrictions closed many Vancouver businesses and left thousands jobless, many locals have found creative ways to earn a living.
Many are now making a profit off their…
Collingwood Neighbourhood House fosters community engagement amidst pandemic
Reported by Patrick Wachter
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic halting group physical activities and community get-togethers, Collingwood Neighbourhood House (CNH) has continued to offer programs and events virtually and in person by following…
Langara Falcons trade games for Zoom sessions
By Hannah Snider
Since tougher COVID-19 restrictions were introduced in B.C. late last year, the Langara men’s basketball team has been navigating how to maintain competitive mental and physical fitness — only now through Zoom sessions…
B.C.’s daylight debate: morning or evening sun
By Alex Antrobus
With Premier John Horgan hinting this spring will mark the last time B.C. observes Daylight Savings Time, British Columbians will need to revisit an issue that experts are divided on: whether our mornings or evenings…
Langara College tuition hike upsets some students
By Sena Law
Some Langara students are unhappy over a tuition increase in the midst of the pandemic when financial stability is not a guarantee.
As Langara approaches the one year anniversary of transitioning to online schooling,…
Post-secondary students adapting to life working from home one year later
By Christi Walter
Since the pandemic began almost a year ago, many people have transformed their makeshift home classrooms into a productive space.
Post-secondary students are navigating a new normal this year while learning online,…
Video: Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival moves online
By Breanne Doyle
The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival will be celebrating its 15th anniversary this year- virtually.
Each year, thousands of people across the province gather to celebrate the festival with in-person events such as…
All students invited to speak and listen at the Langara Talking Circle
By Etuviere Mrakpor
Long before Langara was a college, Musqueam people did talking circles.
Langara college is built on traditional Musqueam territory, and the Elder in Residence Mary Jane Joe, aka Nk'xetko, facilitates the…