About The Sheaf
How old is The Sheaf?
The Sheaf has been the University of Saskatchewan students' newspaper since 1912. It is the largest student newspaper of its kind in the province.
How is the newspaper funded?
The Sheaf is a student-run non-profit organization. It receives part of its operating budget from U of S students in the form of a direct-levy; the remainder of the revenue is generated through advertising. The financial affairs are governed by a nine member Board of Directors, eight of whom are students.
Where can I pick up a copy?
The Sheaf is published weekly throughout the academic year and usually hits the stands Wednesday evening. Papers are distributed to colleges on campus and are available from stands along main traffic areas.
What is the goal of the newspaper?
The mission of The Sheaf is to inform and entertain students by addressing those issues that are relevant to life on campus, in the city, or in the province. The newspaper is also meant to be a forum for discussion on a wide range of issues that concern students.
The paper is written for students by students. Most of the staff (editors, photographers, artists) are student-journalists. With this composition, The Sheaf tries to stay in touch with students on this campus. It offers unique insight to university issues through a student perspective.
What does The Sheaf contain?
The Sheaf is divided into two main sections. The first is the news and opinion or 'A' section. In this section you will find news stories, letters, features, opinion pieces, and classified advertisements.
The 'B' section deals with social life in and around campus. Band interviews and CD reviews, plays, the night scene, humour and special events are all featured here. The section also covers sports; especially focussing on the feats of the Huskies.
The Sheaf endeavours to publicize student events occurring on campus; so be sure to watch for it so you can know about various pubs, concerts, and events taking place in your college.
Whether it is coverage of initiatives of the University administration, the exploits of the Huskies, or the review of a new musical talent, The Sheaf strives to be a mirror on student life.
What is the editorial policy of the newspaper?
The Managing Editor(s) have the right to veto any submission they deem unfit for the Society newspaper. In determining this they will decide if the article or artwork would be of interest to a significant portion of the society and benefit the welfare of the readers. The Sheaf will not publish any racist, sexist, homophobic, or libelous material.
How is the organization structured?
As a student at the University you are already a Society member of The Sheaf Publishing Society. As such, you have the right to have a say in the operation of the newspaper, which includes standing for (or voting for) the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors is the executive arm of the Society. It is the legal representative for the organization. It sets and administers the budget, determines employee contracts, the acquisition and liquidation of assets, and sets goals for the Society.
Under the Board, there are the Business Manager, Advertising Manager, Editor-in-Chief, Section Editors, and other staff members.
The Business Manager is responsible for all accounting records, inventory, public relations, and office administration.
The Advertising Manager is responsible for marketing, sales (revenue) generation, and is the representative of the newspaper to the business community.
The Editor-in-Chief oversees the publication of the paper and gives the editorial side its direction and focus. He/she will write, assign, and edit articles. The Editor-in-Chief also runs meetings, develops new writers, and coordinates the paper with the Section Editors.
Section Editors also write, assign and edit articles, but they are more refined in their focus. Each one has a specific area of coverage: news, sports, entertainment, and features.
Also on staff are the Photography Editor, Production Manager, Graphics Editor, and Delivery Coordinator.