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Paying for Textbooks Shouldn’t Be a Debt Sentence: A Guide for Course Affordability at MRU

Choosing to pursue post-secondary education is a significant investment in your future, and includes costs for tuition, fees, and course materials.

The estimated yearly cost of books and supplies for an MRU student is $1,500 — a cost which can be a significant barrier to academic success. But thanks to advocacy from your elected representatives, some instructors are beginning to implement Open Educational Resources (OERs) and Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) initiatives.

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Everything that happened at the 2026 SAMRU Awards

For over 40 years, the SAMRU Awards have highlighted and celebrated post-secondary excellence at Mount Royal University (MRU).  On April 11, students, faculty and community leaders gathered in Wyckham House for the SAMRU Awards.
The SAMRU Student Governing Board (SGB) was on hand for the ceremony and had the distinct honour of presenting over $42,000 in awards.

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Majority (doesn’t) rule: The Fall Reading Week conundrum

Despite 78% of students voting to move Fall Reading Week to November, a recent GFC decision has blocked the change until at least 2029. We dive into the survey results, the faculty’s role in the stalemate, and why students feel their mental health is being sidelined by the university’s governing body.

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SAMRU’s Spring 2026 Stress Less Events

Students will soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief; Stress Less signals the end of the semester is right around the corner.

SAMRU’s Stress Less programming returns April 13-17! From puppy visits and drop-in yoga sessions hosted by the MRU Yoga Club, to a Smudge Space at the Cultural Inclusion Centre (CIC), Stress Less offers something for everyone to decompress, and relax your mind, body and soul.

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The Story Behind Wyckham House: The Legacy of Dr. Robert Wyckham

Back in 1963, Mount Royal College (MRC) students didn’t have that. The Student Council met wherever it could, depending on the college administration for space, funding, and even permission to operate. That changed when a young business instructor named Robert Wyckham joined their retreat in Banff. Listening to their frustrations.

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New REC team starts strong with summer advocacy wins

Welcome back to campus! While you were recharging this summer, your elected student leaders on the Representation Executive Council (REC) were busy advocating on your behalf. The team spent the summer focused on affordability, student employment, and making sure your voice is heard at every level.