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It's pitch time!

As usual, I would like to thank everyone who took a pitch or gave their own last week. Everything looks great! This week I have a full list of pitches for you to take a look at, so take any you like!I'll be sending out shorter pitch lists each week between our monthly meetings; that way, if you want to write for us but are plum out of ideas, there are always a few waiting! Of course, if you have a pitch idea you want to write about, send it on up! I love hearing your ideas.If you want to write one of the articles in this email, great! Just reply with which one you would like and what your take is on it. If you would like to contact me but don't have my information, that's also not a problem! You can email me right here at [email protected] 

U of A grad uses campus community to reconcile his faith and spirituality

This U of A graduate has trouble coming to terms with his sexuality growing up, but becoming part of the campus community at the University of Alberta helped him overcome it. Have you had a similar experience? Just an opinion on campus community? Pick this one up!

U of A grad wins her SECOND Governor General's medal

The Governor General's medal is the highest academic honour a graduate can receive, and now Katie Boisvert has two of them. This story is a good base for talking about academic achievement and award systems, or whatever else you think is appropriate! There's lot of interesting details about this story, so let me know if you'd like to write about it!

Hayley Wickenheiser inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on heels of the CWHL disbanding

In spite of disbanding the CWHL, it seems women are still respected in the field of hockey. Hayley Wickenheiser is one of six people recently inducted into the HHoF, and the only woman. She's been a legendary player, so let me know if you'd like to write about her!

Is it appropriate to use emojis in a casual work setting?

We all know that emojis aren't appropriate for formal business emails, but what about other contexts? Is sending a bread emoji to the work groupchat too far? I would love to see a point-counterpoint on this, but individual takes are okay too. Let me know if you're interested!

Chinese embassy asks for a suspension of Canadian meat

Canada seems to be fighting alongside the US in the trade war with China. Recently, citing forged papers and contaminants, the Chinese embassy has asked for a ban on Canadian meat. This could be a funny or serious take, your choice!

Top 5: shows I wish existed (or didn't exist)

Do you have a show you'd kill to see made? Or maybe a show so garbage that you can't understand why it ever aired? This one is for you! If you lay at home alone all night watching TLC reruns, now is your time to shine! This article should be super short and fun for anyone who wants it!