Residents wary despite new Panda Game measures

Sandy Hill resident Jan Finlay said the parties have gotten worse in recent years."We're elated that they're doing it on campus," Lapointe said, adding it's a request the community has made to the university in the past.We asked students about the changes:The annual football game is being played on Sunday, instead of Saturday, with an after-party hosted on campus.

Rideau-Vanier Coun. Stéphanie Plante says she's hopeful added police presence and the University of Ottawa's all-day event will keep students away from residential areas. Éric Bercier, associate vice-president of student affairs at the University of Ottawa, is confident the school's on-campus events will keep students occupied and entertained away from the neighbouring community.

"We believe this event will actually attract a lot of students … outside of the Sandy Hill community to have a lot of fun in a very secure environment," Bercier said.From the archives: Scenes from the Panda GameThe annual football game between Carleton University and the University of Ottawa has had its share of ups and downs.

Education Education Latest News, Education Education Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Residents wary despite new Panda Game measuresThe University of Ottawa and Carleton University are working with the police to ensure post-game celebrations don’t reach the levels of pandemonium of previous years.
Source: CBCOttawa - 🏆 68. / 51 Read more »

Panda Game, Ottawa-Carleton rivalry highlight how local rivalries can power U Sports eventsWhat started as a small contest over a stuffed panda donated by students has grown into a banner event for Canadian university sport, attracting and expected crowds of 24,000-plus fans to Ottawa's TD Place Stadium.
Source: CBCOttawa - 🏆 68. / 51 Read more »

‘Lead not leave’: Hundreds protest Brescia University College merger with Western UniversityChanting crowds surrounded the entrance to Brescia University College as hundreds of students, faculty and graduates protested the school's planned merger with Western University.
Source: GlobalCalgary - 🏆 50. / 61 Read more »