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Students frustrated by new residence fees

Student residents say they are frustrated and let down by the incoming increase, suggesting that the value they pay for what they recieve is disproportionate

By Senna Rock

March 26, 2026

3 min Read

Features

The woman behind the voice

In the world of broadcast media, behind every great sportscaster is a great producer

Blazers fired up for playoff return

The Kamloops Blazers look to head into their first playoff weekend since the 2022-23 season. Heading into their final weekend of regular play, the Blazers faced the Vancouver Giants once at home and once on the road. Both games, the team pulled out wins, 7-3 at home on Friday and then a 4-3 win in […]

Professor spotlight: Saira Bano

Some people live for politics, others live for everyday moments. Somewhere in the middle, you might find Saira Bano

Runnin’ with the ‘Pack: cheerleader edition

Under the leadership of team captain Brooke Topolovec, the WolfPack cheerleading team has enjoyed significant success. The Omega spoke with Topolovec ahead of her gradution

Study tips to ace your finals

Are your go-to study methods suddenly failing you? Hit the lit’ with research in motivation psychology and see how it can help you

Alana Norie showcased in TRU gallery

The importance of a land-based connection for queer and trans youth

Geopolitical tensions cause market chaos

Economists weigh in on how uncertainty continues to shape evolving global market conditions

The crusade to eliminate racial discrimination

On March 21, the world recognized International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The day highlights an incident that occurred in Sharpeville, South Africa, where police shot 69 protesters who were peacefully demonstrating against apartheid laws that denied Black South Africans’ rights. Although Canada is often lauded for its collective tolerance and commitment to […]

By Ellen Kazembe

March 23, 2026

2 min Read