Sophia Cohen

Joined: October 16, 2024
Articles: 23

news, Politics

David Coon Calls for Government Investment Rather than Tax Cuts

cartoon of politician with sacks with dollar signs on them with speech bubble stating "Billion dollar surplus!" to the right is a group of people with speech bubble stating "But we can't afford housing" "...Or groceries" "...Or education"

The Government of New Brunswick has recently announced its achievement of a 1.01 billion dollar surplus in the 2022-23 fiscal year. Although this news was gleefully received by the Higgs administration, the opposition remains critical. The Brunswickan spoke about…

Sophia Cohen
October 11, 2023

arts, Culture

Stopping to Smell the Flowers at UNB

flower bed with trees behind it in the greenery in front of campus building

The summer may be over, but it is always time to appreciate the flowerbeds and greenery on the UNB campus. The Brunswickan spoke to Brady Fredericks, who currently serves as a gardener on campus. While the total quantity of…

Sophia Cohen
October 7, 2023

news, Politics, Student Issues, Students

UNB Campus Renovations and Dining Changes: A New Normal for the Student Body

image of front of the Student Union Building blocked by fences due to construction

Students returning to the Fredericton campus have encountered a scenario much different from that of the last Winter. The convenience store, a reliable spot for commuting and resident students alike, had to be closed due to the renovation of the…

Sophia Cohen
October 1, 2023

news

Adapting Intelligence: Interview with Author and Former CIA Officer David Priess

The Brunswickan sat with Priess for an interview on April 3rd. Our talk ranged from the nature of real-life intelligence, his book-writing process, current events, and even his dog, the Twitter famous Ollie.

Sophia Cohen
April 11, 2023

news

Not In My Backyard: Fredericton Police require reasoning for tent-dwelling

“ It creates an element of NIMBYism in the community,” she states, “and it also takes away the element of privacy and safety that people might experience within their own camping communities.”

Sophia Cohen
April 11, 2023

Culture

Fostering Community After Isolation: Freddy Reach

“We want it to be a hub where people can find anything, whether they are new to Canada, new to Fredericton, or if they are just returning.”

Sophia Cohen
April 11, 2023

Culture

Intersecting Art and History: The Provincial Archives Presents “AR(T)CHIVES”

The AR(T)CHIVES exhibition is a must-see for those inclined towards history, art, or an intersection of the two while providing a taste of what PANB houses in their collections.

Sophia Cohen
March 13, 2023

news

Fredericton to Upgrade to Hybrid Busses

Fredericton is not the first city in Canada (or even New Brunswick) to adopt a hybrid fleet. In Saint John, the first hybrid buses took to the streets in July, and the City of Saint John also leased six fully electric, smaller buses.