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Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
UCalgary tuition increases, full student residences come September
Come fall 2025, UCalgary's tuition is set to increase, a new financial aid program will continue, and student residences will be full—but the campus will be relatively unchanged. According to the University of Calgary, tuition for domestic undergraduates and masters students will increase by two per cent . International tuition will increase by four per cent, while thesis based tuition will not change in 2025-26. In a news release from UCalgary on the increases, Board of Governors Chair Mark Herman said that the increases were approved after careful consideration. 'The University of Calgary maintains rates in line or below those of other post-secondary institutions across the country.' A general fee increase for student services, campus recreation, and athletics was also approved at four per cent. Among the changes to help with rising post-secondary costs is the new, First Generation Scholars Program . The program allows for students who are the first in their family to attend post secondary school to receive financial aid and access to a mentorship program. 'This is a really, really critical program as eligible students receive $2,500 towards their first year tuition. In addition, there is a support program. So it's not just about financial support, it's about providing mentorship, networking events and academic advising to those first generation students,' said Verity Turpin, Vice-Provost of Student Experience at UCalgary. A main talking point for students, she said, was that increase in the cost of attending UCalgary, and in affording to live while studying. 'One of the things that the University of Calgary has done, and last year was our first and inaugural year, we have opened a campus food hub,' she said. Similar to pre-existing on campus food banks, the Campus Food Hub provides students more affordable alternatives for food. The food hub also allows students to support students, according to Turpin, with the hub hosting a variety of social events and relying on an extensive volunteer base. 'We had 77 student volunteers that put in over about 1100 hours last year in supporting other students, and so the food hub looks at increasing food access, improved food literacy, and also making important partnerships and collaborations off campus,' she said. The food hub is located on-campus in Crowsnest Hall , said Turpin. In terms of engaging with students, Turpin said the school hosted its inaugural student think tank, LINK an event meant for students to engage with topics and provide specific and general feedback to the school. 'When I talk about the intention of listening, we have all of these programs and support services but often students don't know about them, and we have to have a mechanism for listening to make sure that our programs and services remain relevant,' she said. As of July 23, the school's on campus housing was full, with a 183-person wait list. The university, in a statement, said they would continue to manage the waitlist over the next month as there would be cancellations and offers going to students as a result. Meal plan rates for students are also set to increase for those living on campus, with changes between four and nine per cent. Parking rates are also set to increase in the fall, with a $1 increase for daily parking at all surface lots, a 1.2 to 4.2 per cent increase for staff and student permits at the Art Parkade and surface lots, and a 12.1 per cent increase for underground heated parkade permits. For University of Calgary Student Union ( UCSU ) Vice President External, Julia Law, the main point of student advocacy this year has been limiting tuition increases. 'We were able to get international student tuition increases down to four per cent, rather than what the original proposal was,' she said. Tuition aside, UCSU has been mostly working on behind the scenes advocacy, including collaborating with the Expert Panel on Post-Secondary Institution Funding and Alberta's Competitiveness and its recommendations on post secondary institution funding. The Minister of Advanced Education will provide a report by the end of August. 'We had our meeting and feedback time with the panel back in early May with a whole bunch of other student organizations, and we're just waiting on the results of that, which they're supposed to come in late 2025 so we'll hear something by then,' Law said. Come the end of Aug., new UCalgary students will have the opportunity to attend the school's orientation pep rally. That event will take place Aug. 28 and is set to be a student-centered, energy-filled experience, with Canadian swimmer Mark Tewksbury as the event's keynote speaker. New and returning students will have the opportunity to attend the Toronto Raptor's open practice on Friday, Oct 3, during the team's on-campus training camp . Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Miami Herald
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Cowboys All-Pro KR KaVontae Turpin arrested on 2 charges
Dallas Cowboys All-Pro kick returner KaVontae Turpin is facing misdemeanor charges of possession of marijuana (less than 2 ounces) and unlawful carrying of a weapon. Turpin, 28, was arrested by the Allen (Texas) Police Department on Saturday, according to online records, and booked into the Collin County Jail. He posted $1,500 bond and was released from custody on Sunday. Turpin, who signed a three-year, $18 million extension in March, became the first Cowboy with punt, kickoff and receiving touchdowns in the same season in 2024. He finished with a career-high 31 catches for 420 yards and a pair of scores. A two-time Pro Bowl selection, he led the NFL return average (33.5 yards) in 2024 and took one back 99 yards for a touchdown against the Washington Commanders. In three seasons with Dallas, Turpin has played in 50 games (two starts) and compiled 44 receptions for 556 yards and five TDs. He has also rushed for 219 yards on 30 carries with one TD. --Field Level Media Field Level Media 2025 - All Rights Reserved
Toronto Sun
07-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
Dallas Cowboys all-pro arrested on marijuana and weapon charges
Published Jul 07, 2025 • 1 minute read Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin runs after making a catch during a game last season. Photo by Gareth Patterson / AP All-Pro return man KaVontae Turpin of the Cowboys was arrested in a Dallas suburb on misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession and unlawful carrying of a weapon, authorities said Sunday. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Turpin was arrested by police in Allen on Saturday. The 28-year-old is out of jail on bond. There is no record of an attorney for Turpin. The team declined to comment. The former TCU standout is going into his fourth season with the Cowboys and recently signed an $18-million, three-year contract. Turpin's TCU career ended in 2018 when he was kicked off the team after the school found out about a second domestic violence case against him. The case from New Mexico was discovered following an alleged incident with his girlfriend at an off-campus apartment in Fort Worth. Both cases involved the same woman. The Cowboys signed Turpin out of the USFL in 2022. He had played in several satellite football leagues before joining the USFL. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Turpin secured his spot on the team by returning a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in a 2022 preseason game. He was one of the best return men in the NFL his first two years, but didn't have any returns for TDs until his All-Pro season in 2024. Turpin returned a punt and a kickoff for scores last season. Turpin's role as a receiver has grown, and first-year coach Brian Schottenheimer, who will call the plays on offence, has indicated the speedy and diminutive player will be targeted more often in his scheme. Turpin had career bests of 31 catches for 420 yards and scored two touchdowns last season. He had three TDs receiving and one rushing in 2023. Canada Toronto & GTA Sunshine Girls World World
USA Today
06-07-2025
- USA Today
Arrested: Cowboys All-Pro with new $18 million contract booked on misdemeanor charges
The All-Pro return specialist, fresh off a breakout 2024 campaign and a new $18 million extension, was arrested Sunday morning on misdemeanor drug and weapon charges in Allen, Texas. #Cowboys star returner and WR Kavontae Turpin was arrested this morning by police on illegal marijuana and gun was charged with a Class B Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana + a Class A Misdemeanor Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon. Dallas Cowboys' All-Pro kick returner KaVontae Turpin was arrested Sunday morning by the Allen police department in 28, faces multiple charges, including a Class B misdemeanor for possession of marijuana and a Class A misdemeanor for unlawfully carrying a weapon. His total bond amount was $500. Turpin joined Dallas in 2022 after four seasons playing in different professional leagues, most notably with the New Jersey Generals of the USFL in the Spring of 22, where he was named league MVP after leading the league in receiving yards, punt return yards, and average yards per punt return. The Cowboys signed Turpin to a three-year contract extension worth up to $18 million following a breakout 2024 season in which he led the league in total kick return yards (904) and average yards per return (33.5) and became the first player in team history to have a kick and punt returned for a touchdown in a season. He also saw more action at wide receiver, recording career highs with 31 receptions and 420 yards, and scored two touchdowns. Follow Cowboys Wire on Facebook to join in on the conversation with fellow fans!
New York Post
06-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Cowboys All-Pro KaVontae Turpin arrested on weapon, marijuana charges
Cowboys star KaVontae Turpin was arrested Saturday in Texas on misdemeanor drug and weapon charges, according to online records from the Allen Police Department. Turpin posted a $1,500 bond Sunday and was released from Collin County Jail. He was charged with possession of marijuana (less than two ounces) and unlawful carrying of a weapon. 3 KaVontae Turpin's mugshot. Collin County Jail Texas is one of the 26 states where recreational marijuana possession remains illegal. The legalized amount varies from state to state among the other 24 but as much as six ounces – more than three times Turpin's amount – is legal in New Jersey. The drug charge in Texas is punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine of up to $2,000. The nature of the weapons charge is unknown. The Cowboys declined comment. 3 Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin runs after making a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Jan. 5, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. AP Turpin, 28, signed a three-year, $18 million contract earlier this year after being named an All-Pro as a kick returner last season. He also had 31 catches for 420 yards and two touchdowns. He made his first Pro Bowl as a rookie in 2022 and his second last season, when he led the NFL with 33.5 yards per kickoff return and scored touchdowns as a receiver, a kickoff returner and a punt returner to become the first player in Cowboys history to complete that single-season trifecta. Turpin was kicked off the team at TCU as a senior in 2018 after two domestic violence allegations against him. Both cases involved the same woman. 3 KaVontae Turpin catches the football during practice at NFL football minicamp at the Cowboys' facility, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Frisco, Texas. AP It was three years before Turpin played football again. He joined the Fan Controlled Football League, The Spring League, the European League of Football and the USFL – where he was the MVP of the 2022 season while playing for the New Jersey Generals – before signing with the Cowboys. Turpin could be subject to discipline under the NFL's Personal Conduct Policy, though those penalties typically are not handed out until after the legal process is complete.
