Combined pitch email - June 19

Hey everyone!

We have some really interesting pitches for you this week! If you want to take any of these pitches, or have a pitch of your own, message the line editor of that section (through email or The Gateway's Slack), and they'll set you up to write the article.

Cheers,

Lily

News Pitches

You can reach Lily at [email protected] or over Slack!

Research points to potential new immune-based combination therapies for hard-to-treat cancers: Research in mice points to potential new immune-based combination therapies for hard-to-treat cancers.

Singling out employees for praise may bring out a subversive side in co-workers: Recipients of internal symbolic awards such as employee of the month or merit certificates perform worse after receiving the accolades, according to a recent international study.

Leading researchers write treatment advice for doctors worldwide on sepsis: Plan to lead clinical trials at U of A and ultimately develop a new test to better predict outcomes.

Could prescribing music make medications work better?: Researchers hope findings from new study could help improve quality of life for patients while reducing health-care visits caused by adverse drug effects.

Opinion Pitches

You can reach Olivia at [email protected] or over Slack!

River safety: Edmonton Fire Rescue Services have already responded to 47 water events related to the North Saskatchewan River, four of them being animal-related. With these frightening events in mind, take this pitch and write about the state of river safety in Edmonton: should the city be doing more to prevent future river-related emergencies?

Rise in violent crime in Edmonton. Edmonton has seen an increase in crime, especially violent crime, in the years following COVID-19. In fact, CTV news reported that “2022 represented the highest number of violent criminal incidents ever reported in a single year,” and that the “trend continues to escalate in '23.” This is similar to the changes seen in many other Canadian cities, but does it challenge Edmonton's reputation as a safe place to live? Why or why not? Write about how the police have responded to crime and what have been the positives and negatives of their response. Feel free to focus especially on vehicle crime, as Edmonton has historically faced very high rates of vehicle theft.

Elks Game Attendance: The Edmonton Elks’ opening game on Sunday, June 11th brought in a crowd of 32,233 spectators, making it their most attended home opener in 10 years. Still, even with a large crowd of onlooking supporters, the Elks lost 17-13 to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. What’s more, the team lost 22-0 in their game against the BC Lions this past Saturday. Take this pitch and write about the state of the Edmonton Elks: clearly, fans are feeling enthusiastic, but will this last if the team can’t follow through with a win?

Top 5: Worst bathrooms on campus. It’s a topic that’s near and dear to each of our hearts — the bathrooms on campus. Take this pitch, and write a scorching critique of the worst washrooms you can find. The only rule? They can’t all be in Humanities…

A&C Pitches

You can reach Katie at [email protected] or over Slack!

Event Coverage: National Indigenous Peoples Day at TELUS World of Science

TELUS World of Science, June 21

TELUS World of Science is hosting events all day on June 21 in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day. The day will start with a tipi raising and trapper tent build at 8:00 a.m. and the Science Centre will open to the public at 10:00 a.m. with immersive indoor and outdoor educational programming. Admission is free for Indigenous people and 50 per cent of regular admission will support the Science Centre's Indigenous Access Fund for the day.

Interview Opportunity: Desiree Dorion

JUNO nominated Indigenous country artist Desiree Dorian is available for interviews about her album That’s How I Know that was released earlier this year. She is celebrated for her storytelling through music and upbeat songs that blend pop melodies with a classic country twang.

Exhibition Review: Kenzie Housego - I❤️U

Art Gallery of Alberta, until October 15

The AGA has a new exhibition featuring interactive art with technology and embroidery. This exhibition hopes to showcase how the internet affects romantic relationships in the contemporary digital age.

Exhibition Review: Home & Migration

Art Gallery of Alberta, until September 3

This traveling art exhibition is being put on by the Alberta Society of Artists and reflects on the concept of home as a physical and emotional place. The selection of works by Albertan artists also interrogates with how home resonates in migratory and diasporic communities.

Performance Review: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Westbury Theatre, June 21 to 24 at 7:30 p.m, Matinée: June 24 at 2:00 p.m.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a multi-award winning show that will be coming to Edmonton in the coming weeks. Watch as Joseph and the rest of the cast perform the classic hits from this musical, and review the performance!

Columns:

Playlists: Have killer musical taste? Share it on The Gateway with a curated playlist for the summer.

Top 5: Concerts — As we head into the summer, plenty of awesome musical acts will be coming to town. List the best concerts you have ever been to, local or top-charting artists, and share what made them so special

Eating Edmonton: Tansen Izakaya is new Japanese restaurant that opened last week close to Whyte Avenue at 11044 82 Ave NW. If you are in the mood for some stone grill food, ramen, or sushi. Consider checking it out and write a review on the food!