How do you get your news?

With so many digital methods of getting news and staying on top of current events, do you still read the newspaper or magazines? If so, what attracts you to them?

Have you ever been the victim of a scam?

In light of Western News' recent story about a potential phone scam involving Western's Campus Recreation, we want to know - have you ever been the subject of a scam? How do you guard yourself against scams like these?

In case you missed it, here is the original Western News story.

Is Second Life a useful teaching tool or just another distraction?

Western has a piece of Second Life virtual property where Sim-like campus worlds are being built. But does Second Life really bring something new to the teaching table?

Economic outlook at Western

The university faces difficult budget cuts with the economic downturn. If you could speak directly with administrators, what would you suggest? What would you like to know?

New Years Resolution

Is more exercise on your resolution list for 2009? And, if so, are you heading to the new Western Student Recreation Centre, or is Wii Fit more your style?

If the government falls, who will you support?

If the Conservative government is defeated in January and a new federal election is called, will you vote the same way or change your support?

Have you ever received community help? Are you going to contribute to causes this holiday season?

Everyone has been through a rough patch, as a student, after losing a job or facing unexpected medical or other expenses. How have you been helped? What was the first act of philanthropy you remember? Should 'community service' be an obligation of every citizen?

How is the economic crunch affecting you? What are you doing about it?

Around the world, stock markets are falling and major businesses are showing signs of failing. At Western, some construction has been curtailed, endowment and pension levels are sliding and all departments face much tighter budgets next year

How is the economic crunch affecting you? What are you doing about it?

What is the impact of David Suzuki's work on Canada and the world?

In light of David Suzuki's upcoming address at Western on November 17, we want to know - what lasting environmental impact do you think his work will have on Canada and the world?

Does Canada have someone like Barack Obama?

Many Canadians got caught up in the Obama campaign for president. They bought Obama t-shirts and pounded in Obama lawn signs. So, is there a Canadian version of Obama, and could that person get elected?

Gates of Light.

Gates of Light., originally uploaded by Western.

Will you vote in the Oct. 14 federal election?

What is your best Western memory?

Almost 15,000 graduates are coming to campus this weekend for Homecoming. They met future spouses, made friends-for-life and set careers in motion. It makes for lasting memories.

Happy new school year. Have you made any resolutions for the coming term. What do you hope will be different this year?

Is the international spectacle of the Olympics worth the cost?

China will spend more than $40 billion to present this summer's Olympics? Some of the investment is helping China to modernize and create an international profile. But has the Olympics been priced out of the reach of most potential host nations.

Is being connected 24/7 worth the cost?

Handheld devices in the classroom. Uninterrupted access to email. New charges for text messaging. Controversial rates for the new iPhone.  How will a mobile World Wide Web change your academic experience?

How is the rising cost of gas and food going to effect your budget?

Freedom of speech: how far is too far in an academic setting such as Western?

What paper-based publications could be eliminated in favour of online versions?

When it comes to conservation, the most important of the three Rs is 'reduce'. The Registrar's office is looking to reduce the volume of paper that gets consumed. Are other areas ripe for change?

Is the recent Facebook study group controversy just a sign of a generation gap?