The Gateway (student magazine)

The Gateway is the official student-run magazine of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is a non-profit, student-owned publication and one of the oldest student newspapers in Western Canada, having been continuously published since 1910.

History: The Gateway began as a weekly newspaper and has evolved into a magazine format while maintaining its commitment to student journalism. Throughout its history, it has covered campus news, student issues, arts and culture, sports, and local Edmonton events.

Content and Focus: The magazine features articles written by students, for students, on a wide range of topics. Content often includes news reporting, opinion pieces, feature articles, arts reviews, creative writing, and visual art. The Gateway strives to provide a platform for diverse student voices and perspectives.

Organization and Structure: The Gateway is governed by a student board and staffed by a team of editors, writers, photographers, and designers, all of whom are primarily University of Alberta students.

Funding: The magazine is funded primarily through student fees, advertising revenue, and grants.

Significance: The Gateway serves as an important source of information and commentary for the University of Alberta student community. It also provides valuable experience and training for students interested in journalism, writing, editing, design, and photography. Its historical archive provides a record of student life and campus events at the University of Alberta for over a century.