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MARCIE FOSTER along with some others, has to do LEAD ED ""ER with the enormous task that comes along with this recent transition. JUSTIN SMIRLIES "There definitely have been some AMPu) NE"W( R challenges. And I think the biggest thing for those employees is simply Since Aramark took control of the that this is a big new change;' said operations of the Terrace food court Gibson. at Wilfrid Laurier University in June, Aramark has chosen not tore­ their transition into that new role, spond to any questions and has al­ which was previously held by the lowed WLUSU to speak on their be­ Wilfrid Laurier University Students' hal£ Union (WLUSU), hasn't necessarily Some of these changes that many been smooth. Discussed at the last employees have been experiencing WLUSU board of directors meet­ is because of the different approach ing on Oct. 6, many student workers Aramark has when it comes to oper­ - mainly those who worked at the ating a food court. Terrace in the past- are unsatisfied "It's a totally new operator, new with the management of Aramark procedures, new ways of doing and the possibility of a workers things. And for someone who got union has now emerged. used to one way of doing things, Nick Gibson, president and CEO it's a huge thing to transition into;' ofWLUSU, has noted that many of continued Gibson. "Ultimately, that these chllenges have been a result of process is not always particularly poor communication, something he smooth:' is confident will be improved. According to Gibson this issue, Campus, page 4 TAYLOR GAYOWSKY GRAPHICS EDITOR

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49,057 The annual Bavarian festival Visual Director Wade Thompson returns to Kitchener-Waterloo for brings to light the potential return its 43rdyear of"cool" through today'syoung votedinK-W Hollywood talent Local, page 7 Arts, page 15 43.5% Hawks crush Warriors Point counterpoint reinstated PC Football team makes it two wins Cord columnists Alex Reinhart in a row with 69-3 blowout of and Hayden Starczala discuss MPPWitmer crosstown rivals, UW whether or not safe injection sites should be kept open Sports, page 24 Opinion, page 20 21,356 votes for Witmer Questioning copyright

Debate surrounding Bill C-n continues in Canada's House of 17,837 Commons votes for second­ National, page 10 place, Liberal Eric Davis

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News Director Inside Justin Fauteux Campus ...... 4 [email protected] Local ...... 7 NEWS National ..... 10 Voter turnout hits all-time low

NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER Students line up to vote in the Concourse at Wilfrid Laurier University. The on-campus polls saw about 450 students show up to cast their ballots on election day. Low participation· a On-campus potts continuing trend bring strong results

JUSTIN FAUTEUX was exciting people:' JACQUELINE SALOME voters casting their ballot. Specific statis­ NEWS DIRECTOR According to many experts, the most STAFF WRITER tics on youth voter turnout have not yet disturbing trend to come out of this elec­ been released. Amid a campaign that was deemed by tion's low voter turnout was the continued On Thursday Oct. 6, Wilfrid Laurier Uni­ Geoff Stevens, political science profes­ most to be uneventful and unmemorable, lack of engagement ofyounger people. versity students went to the polls for the sor at WLU, speculates that electors may there was one thing that made Oct. 6's "Young people are not voting. They're third time this year. This time around, to be experiencing fatigue with their third provincial election historic. The record not paying attention, there's a general cast their ballot in the Ontario provincial election of the year. He suggests that nei­ low in voter turnout. problem with what we call disengage­ election. ther the issues at hand nor the candidates Only 49.2 per cent of Ontarians who ment;' said Peter Woolstencroft, a profes­ With Canadian voter turnout on the de­ captured public interest or attention, all of were eligible to vote cast their ballot, sor emeritus of political science from the cline, especially among youth, the Wilfrid which may be a cause of the low turnout. marking the first time in the province's University of Waterloo. Laurier Students' Union (WLUSU) felt it "Nobody had any charisma and there history that less than so per cent of the "There's lots of reasons for it and it's was particularly important to motivate was no excitement. God knows leaders voting population decided the election's not particular to Ontario or Canada, it's the student vote on campus. running in Ontario make Stephen Harper outcome. The Ontario Liberal party won happening around the liberal democratic WLUSU worked with Elections Ontario look exciting, which takes some doing," 53 seats, one shy of a majority govern­ world. I think the most compelling expla­ to provide students with information on said Stevens. ment, with support from just 18.4 per cent nation is that young people have not been the mechanics of voting and inform them Stevens suspects that youth turnout of the total number of eligible voters in the exposed to the importance of citizenship, of their options. will mirror that of the rest of the province, province. the idea of being involved in the political "It was a two-pronged approach that in spite of the parties' attempts to en­ The turnout of this election continues a life ofyour community:• we were going for;' said Sean Madden, gage youth by means of policy platforms downward trend in Ontario's recent elec­ In Woolstencroft's eyes, democratic vice president university affairs and presi­ targeting the cost of post-secondary tions as the previous record low came in participation is something that should be dent of Ontario Undergraduate Student education. 2007, the last time the province went to instilled in children from a young age. Alliance. "It's a big risk to target your biggest the polls, when only 52.8 per cent ofvot­ "It should be happening in elementary WLUSU hosted an on-campus leader's policy at a group of the population that ers participated. and high school;' he said. "I think the pri­ debate, attended by the four major parties doesn't have a great electoral record for "It was a lack of excitement;' said Wil­ mary problem lies in the schools, they're and shaped by student questions. Cross­ voting;' said Redden. frid Laurier University professor of politi­ not addressing the importance of being a platform comparisons were published on When asked about the provincial elec­ cal science Barry Kay on the all-time low citizen:' the WLUSU social networking website, as tion, WLU students had many reasons in voter turnout. Woolstencroft noted that a possible so­ well as handed out to students on campus. that barred them from the polls, ranging "The [party]leaders are the ones who lution is to move to a mandatory voting Arrangements were made between from apathy to structural barriers. basically set the tone and set the poli­ system, like the one that exists in Austra­ WLUSU and Elections Ontario to easily "I had a lot of class that day so I didn't cies, but I don't want to say that it was just lia. Since 1924, it has been compulsory for facilitate voting for students living in resi­ have time. I wasn't registered and it them to blame ... There were not policy al­ all Australian citizens over 18 to vote in dence, and an online proof of residence looked like there was too much to worry ternatives between the parties that really state and national elections. form was offered for students living off about to register, so I just didn't worry distinguished them that people in large ''I'm a believer in compulsory voting;' campus. The WLU Young Liberals took about it," said Brandon Wellwood, a sec­ numbers could really relate to:' said Woolstencroft. part in the election efforts by means of ond-year geography student. With this election following May's fed­ "I think we have to say to citizens, 'you literature drops and bringing Kitchener­ "I didn't have a proof of address;' said eral election so closely, a term that was don't have the right to refuse to be on a Waterloo MPP candidate Eric Davis to Jennifer Wu, a third-year music major. thrown around frequently in the lead up to jury, you don't have a right to refuse to campus for canvassing. "I find that my vote would be pretty Oct. 6 was 'voter fatigue: vote; unless you have strong religious "One of Eric's best polls was around the useless. I don't know enough about it and This is the belief that with two - and reasons:' campuses, and I think that's because he would just be voting based on pretty co­ for a large portion of the province three, Kay meanwhile, opposed instituting put the time and effort into speaking to lours;' said Ben Friddrich, second-year including last October's municipal vote - compulsory voting, however said that one the students. That's something that not a geography student. Some others, such as the voters were overwhelmed with politics thing that can get people involved in an lot of politicians do;' said Drew Redden, . Diana Cappa, a fourth-year global studies and therefore decided not to participate in election are compelling candidates. president ofWLU Young Liberals. student, did however make a conscious last week's provincial election. "There was a break in the trend, Advance polls held on campus generat­ effort to cast their vote. However, according to Kay, it's much Obama's election in'o8 was a tick up;' he ed a turnout of almost 400 students, while "It's our civic responsibility. Look at more simple. said. election day polls garnered roughly 450 Syria and Libya right now, there are peo­ "That's just a way of saying people "It was successful because he was students, Madden estimates. ple dying for that vote and we're just walk­ weren't interested;' he said when asked bringing people out to the polls who per­ "Polls on a whole were busier even ing all over that;' said Cappa. Though it about 'voter fatigue: haps didn't vote in elections before. So an though every indication says voter turn­ seems that the movement at WLU was "We can be judgmental about the fact exciting candidate or a certain issue can out across the province went down;' said generally successful, the overall provincial and say 'isn't it too bad' but I wasn't sur­ make a difference but this time in Ontario Madden. turnout puts that into perspective. Ste­ prised. I thought turnout was going to be we just didn't have that:' Despite the efforts made at WLU, voter vens suggested that a rise in voter turnout down just because there was nothing that turnout across the province hit an all-time will be unlikely in the coming years unless low, with only 49.2 per cent of eligible the system shifts online. 4 • THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13, 2011

Campus News Ed itor Justin Sm irlies CAMPUS j [email protected] Communication highlighted as a major concern

-cover WLUSU general manager Michael McMahon instead kept neutral on Drew Swartman, a fifth-year stu­ their former employees forming a 75% dent at Laurier, used to be an assis­ union. The percentage of em­ tant student manager at Pizza Pizza, He said, "With the employees ployees that should be stu­ but quit because of his dissatisfac­ right to choose to unionize, that's dents. tion with the new management and not for WLUSU to support or speak his new position as lead hand. against an union, It's entirely up to "Everything literally was­ employees who are considering that changed;' he said. "One of our main for themselves:• good points about Pizza Pizza before the changes was that our service Structural changes was really quick. We were fast, faster While not all jobs were guaranteed than any other business. They came in the handover of the Terrace to Ar­ 10years in and told us, 'This is going to he amark, WLUSU's policy when oper­ How long the contract is quicker; this is going to work better'. ating the Terrace in the past, and the between WLUSU and Ara­ Immediately I was thinking, 'This policy that they insisted Aramark mark. isn't going to work very well:" upkeep, has been that 75 per cent of Swartman now works at the the overall workers in the Terrace University of Waterloo under for­ food court be students. mer Terrace manager, Rob Sexton. However, WLUSU has yet to do a "When [Sexton] got 'let go' he was check on whether or not that is true, hired on at UW, and now I'm work­ but they remain "confident" that Ar­ ing with him. Management was fine amark is doing that. 25cents before [the transition]:' "We're giving them some time to lay out and actually transition them­ Promised raise by WLUSU Communication selves;' added Gibson:'The process for employees who trans­ breakdown was understood that a lot of the ferred under Aramark. One of the major concerns ofboth strong leaders we had in the food WLUSU and the student workers at court would get equivalent positions NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER Terrace is the communication be­ in Aramark operations, simply be­ Spring Rolls Go has yet to employ any students from Laurier. tween employees and Aramark and, cause they were best for the job:' more specifically, the quality of that However, Spring Rolls Go, which communication. opened two weeks ago, has yet to "Everyone that has been involved see the presence of student employ­ in this process will admit some ees. According to Gibson, the nature communication challenges;• added of the establishment may result in Gibson. less student workers. "They've [Terrace employees] "Spring Rolls is a totally new op­ been saying that communication eration so that they didn't have any­ has been the biggest thing." one trained here. You need to open "So that's what they're looking at it with workers that aren't students," right now, just improving that com­ he explained, noting that Aramark's RESCHEDULED munication," he said. expectation is that fewer student • In quicker-paced environments employees will be working at Spring • such as a food court, clear commu­ Rolls Go. - nication can be lost for the employ­ "It's very high paced, it's very go, Humanities' Theatre, Hagey Hall ees, especially ifthey were used to a go, go. More so than a typical food certain way ofworking. service operation. It takes a little "That communication is inevita­ while for that to transition:' University of Waterloo bly going to break down, no matter Aramark made any student who how complex or how elaborate you was an assistant student manger All tickets dated Friday, October 14 will be food operation is, there's always go­ under WLUSU a "lead hand" and ing to be a communication break­ implemented additional manager honoured at the door. down," added Gibson. "So that sort positions for the Terrace as a whole. of perpetuates that sort of problem "Now, there [are] seven or eight that communication is always an people above my old position. I Kevin O'Leary, the lead Dragon on CBC's Dragons' Den, issue." went from having one boss to hav­ ing seven;• explained Swartman. shares invaluable secrets on entrepreneurship, business, Union possibility He also noted how his given posi­ With communication issues be­ tion of lead hand seemed lower than money and his life in his new book Cold Hard Truth. tween employees, managers and his original promised position of as­ Aramark staff, some of the Terrace sistant manager. employees have chosen to apply to Both Gibson and McMahon as­ Tickets: become a union. serted that students are not be­ Although the process is in the ing paid less than they were last General Admission: $15 early stages, the prospects of a year. uWaterloo WLU Students: $10 union seem possible. They claimed that the 25-cent & William's employee Jessica Boz­ increase promised to employees zato seemed positive about the transferring under the new manage­ Tickets available: possible outcome. "I know as far ment was given. • Online at bookstore.uwaterloo.ca as Aramark goes, I believe a lot of WLUSU added that food prices • By phone at 519-888-4908 their employees in other places are have not been changed since last • At the University of Waterloo: unionized as well, so I feel like they year because they insisted that Ara­ know how deal with unions;• she mark not alter them for one year. • Theatre Box Office, Hagey Hall said. • Book Store, South Campus Hall The Aramark employees that Assessing Aramark work in the dining hall are union­ Since opening, there has only been Parking: ized and receive substantially more one incident reported from Spring • $5 coin parking in lot H pay than workers at the Terrace. Rolls Go. Bozzato clarified the discrepancy. "I When Spring Rolls Go had its know that [dining hall] employees opening, Waterloo Public Health are under a union- and they have noticed food safety violations, but been for quite some time. I feel like all were corrected the following day. they've had that time to negotiate On whether or not WLUSU is their wages:' making or losing money on this Overall the process has been slow. transition with Aramark, Gibson "There hasn't been much talk and McMahon stated they could not about a [Terrace employees'] union reveal such information, but Gib­ bookstore lately;• Bozzato said. "We had an son did say it doesn't "compromise" UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO info session [for Terrace employees] other WLUSU services. bookstore.uwaterloo.ca and as far as what is going on with Overall, Gibson and McMahon 200 University Ave. W that we haven't heard much. They believe that the transitions have Waterloo, ON have ideas as to what they want to been relatively smooth, but there's do with it but as far as going through always room for improvement. with it nobody knows:· "They haven't been terrible, they Swartman was vocal in his sup­ haven't been negligent, it;s just that port in the unionization of Terrace it is a really tough project," said Gib­ workers. "I hope for the best for son. them;' he said. "It takes awhile, this is not some­ thecord.ca "I mean it's going to be a long thing where we can just grade them process to get it done ... it's going to now, you need to grade them mov­ be a long and bumpy road:' ing forward:' THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13. 2011 CAMPUS • 5 laurier in brief

Health Services director Boxer Lennox Lewis tore­ Sir Wilfrid Laurier statue Vi~n Mobile holds compe­ Former Laurier profheaded lost to cancer ceive honourary degree selected tition for campus clubs to Queen's Park On Oct. 5, Laurier lost the director Wilfrid Laurier University will grant Wilfrid Laurier University is in the Virgin Mobile is on the hunt for Last Thursday's provincial election of Health Services, Dr. James (Jim) world-renowned boxing champion process of fundraising for a new the best club or team on campus saw former WLU professor RobLe­ Hicks, after a long battle with can­ and charity worker Lennox Lewis statue of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, which and they are awarding them with one elected as the member of pro­ cer. Laurier's first and only Health an honorary doctor oflaws degree will be unveiled on Tuesday, Oct. 18 $50,000 in cash and prizes. Laurier vincial parliament in the riding of Services director, Dr. Hicks served at the university's fall convocation at 1 p.m. in the Fred Nichols Cam­ clubs that are already involved in­ Cambridge/North Dumfries. Leone, and supported students for 39 years. Oct. 28. Lewis was described by for­ pus Centre Quad. The statue was elude Laurier Marketing Asso cia­ a Progressive Conservtive candi­ "His genuine, heartfelt empathy, mer world heavyweight champion, created by Canadian artist Marlene tion, Laurier Musical Theatre and date, was an assistant professor of concern and meaningful support George Foreman, as the "greatest Hilton Moore, from five proposals. Agents of Awesome. The teams will leadership and journalism at Laurier for student development and well­ heavyweight boxer of all time:' Over $30,000 has been raised for participate in a three-step process, Brantford. being was extraordinary;' said David The ceremony will be hosted by the statue and donations will con­ consisting of a vote for the best on­ Leone received 15,941 votes, win­ McMurray, vice president: student new WLU Chancellor Michael Lee­ tinue to be accepted until Dec. 31, line profile, an 'On The House Cam­ ningthe riding by 2,023, beating out affairs, in a statement. Those who Chin, and will involve approximate­ 2011. pus Race' and finally the winners Liberal Kathryn McGarry. Though wish to honour Dr. Hicks's life are ly 1,150 graduating students. - Compiled Francese a Handy will be awarded based on their per­ Leone will be a new MPP, his party invited to join a Celebration of Life - Compiled Francese a Handy formance in the race. To learn more will remain in power in Cambridge/ service at Laurier's Waterloo cam­ about how to get involved visit vir­ North Dumfries as PC incumbent pus Sunday, Oct.16. ginmobile.campusperks.ca. Gerry Martyniuk retired. - Compiled Francesca Handy - Compiled Francesca Handy - Compiled Justin Fauteux

Research profile: Eileen Wood

NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER Eileen Wood is researching the privacy and disclosure of Facebook.

JUSTIN FAUTEUX However, that's not the only time NEWS DIRECTOR Facebook has popped up in Wood's research. Almost anyone who's spent an en­ Currently, she, along with a group tire lecture looking at Facebook will of grad students, are studying how justifY doing so with one simple ex­ much information Facebook users cuse: 'I'm good at multitasking: disclose in relation to how heavily But according to the research of they protect their online privacy. Eileen Wood, a professor of psy­ After looking at 400 randomly chology at Wilfrid Laurier Univer­ selected Facebook profiles and find­ sity, multitasking - at least when it ing that many were vulnerable to comes to checking Facebook in class identity threats - both in terms of - is something most students don't identity theft and things like users dowell. letting potential thieves know when "A large number of people think they'll be on vacation - Wood and they can multitask, but they can't;' her research team began looking said Wood, who has been at WLU into what might make people either for over 20 years. "They can't do it be more careful about the informa­ when they're driving and they can't tion they post or increase their secu­ do it when they're trying to learn rity settings. either:' In the study, the team gave partic­ Recently Wood conducted re­ ipants who were making Facebook search along with graduate stu­ accounts warnings about posting dent Lucia Zivcakova that looked personal information that included at whether or not students actually a story of someone getting stalked UNLIMITED YOGA were able to absorb material be- and standard legal information on ing taught while using technology the availability of this information. such as Facebook and texting in "When we gave disclosure in­ class. The study took place in one of formation, [participants tended] to STUDENT SEMESTER SALE Wood's research methods classes at disclose less, but you don't do any­ Laurier and had one group of stu­ thing about privacy. Nothing at all;' dents use technology for distrac­ said Wood. tions such as Facebook, email and "So then what we did was we built 1 SEMESTER - $199+HST (SAVE $100) texting, one group use computers in a workshop on how to use pri­ just for note taking and another take vacy settings. When we did that, the (unlimited yoga to December 30th, 2011) notes using paper and pencil. first set of analyses suggested that "After each class we had a mul­ they just increased the use of pri­ tiple choice test [on lecture mate­ vacy settings; it had no impact on rial] and lo and behold, it's not good disclosure. 2 SEMESTERS - $299+HST (SAVE $300) to multitask," said Wood. "The only That was unusual because we thing that showed any difference thought those things would be re­ (unlimited yoga to April 30th, 2012) was whether or not [students] mul­ lated, you'd think what you want to titasked ... they just didn't do well keep private and what you want to PURCHASE ONLINE TODAY! compared to the people who were disclose would be similar but they're just taking paper and pencil notes not:' ... when you do things just for en­ In addition, Wood is currently re­ *full-time students only with valid id tertainment, just a little distraction searching introducing Facebook to sale ends October 16th, 2011 here and there, it doesn't seem to be senior citizens and how they handle a little distraction at all, it seems to privacy settings and revealing infor­ be a huge distraction and that was mation. She also does research on the first time we're able to quantifY the use of technology in the educa­ www.hotyogakw.com 1663 Belmont Ave. West 1519.7 49.9888 that:' tion of young children. 6 • CAMPU S THE CORD • THURSDAY. OCTOBER 13, 2011 Accommodating the St. Mike's demolition The construction of the GIE building results in changes for classes, parking

SPENCER DUNN year students. CORD NEWS "That is an issue;' said Nower. "However, a new parking lot was For the better part of the school just built by Northdale campus year, Wilfrid Laurier University's [on Hickory Street] we are also St. Michael's campus has been sur­ constructing more parking there rounded by a purple fence. [Northdale] to accommodate for This fence marks the beginning of spaces we're going to lose during the university's plan to demolish the construction:' building in the coming weeks. The demolition of St. Mike's has This major construction is all part also meant scattering classrooms of the physical resources depart­ and finding different places for ment's 'Campus Master Plan'. tutorials. The demolition of the St. Mi­ "Clearly we had to find a place for chael's building, which will make all the classes and tutorials;' said room for the addition of the Global Nower, "Which have all been ac­ Innovation Exchange building, is all commodated on the main campus, part of phase one of the plan. as I understand through the regis­ The Master Plan itself is a major trars' office:' construction initiative set out for The tutorials may have found both Laurier's Waterloo campus and homes, but this shifting of class­ its Brantford counterpart. This plan rooms means that more classes had dictates the university's construc­ to be scheduled on Fridays to ac­ tion projects for the next 2 5 years. commodate for the lack of class­ As most already know, parking at roomspace. Laurier can be a hassle, and as Gary It's not all bad news. Nower, assistant vice president of Once the building is complete ROSALIE EID PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER physical resources said, "It's like the back lot will be opened back up Justin Trudeau, MP of Papineau, speaks to students about getting involved in politics and world issues. gold:' and 199 new parking spots will be Parking will become scarcer when ready for use underneath the new the full construction takes place. building. Right now, with the demolition "So our strategy is to try and put hoarders up - the purple plywood parking underground, we have a 'Make yourselves heard' - about 12 parking spots have been master plan that talks about under­ lost. ground parking, also moving park­ Centre, Trudeau told youth to find a Speaking about the increasing When full production begins ing to the perimeter to make more ELIZABETH BATE cause they are passionate about and debt load and lack of jobs for univer­ in August of 2012, the entire back rooms for things that are important STAFF WRITER parking lot will be taken over by for you, like classrooms and labs, work to give it a voice. sity grads, the post-secondary critic construction. and social spaces;' said Nower. Continuing on a cross-country tour Trudeau told students he wasn't said government needed to respect This inconvenience will trouble More information on the Mas­ of colleges, universities and high here to tell them to vote, although the changing place post-secondary students and staff alike. Parking is ter Plan is available on the Laurier schools, Liberal MP for Papineau, he'd like them to. Instead, he in­ education has in society and give a major issue, especially with upper website. Quebec Justin Trudeau visited Wil­ sisted students should work through more generously to reduce the bur­ frid Laurier University Wednesday volunteerism to give themselves a den on students. afternoon after a morning stop at voice. "You need to make yourselves "I think we have to understand the University of Western Ontario heard," he said. that having a BA now is not a bonus, in London. Dressed more like a stu­ Criticizing the pervasive attitude it's the required minimum for our dent than a politician, the charis­ that young people have no inter­ job market," he said. matic son of Canada's 15th prime est or stake in politics, Trudeau said President of the Young Liberals Grad photos minister spoke to students about the students were at the perfect age to at WLU Drew Redden was excited Boc or,'· startrro 13ttl. importance of political activism in get involved because they are all to host Trudeau for lunch with the e 'Scf) young people. idealists. group as well as the talk. www.wlusp.com Not wanting to make a typical "We have to be bold about chang­ "He's extremely supportive of political 'stump speech; Trudeau ing the world. We have to be ide­ young people;' Redden said. "Young instead focused on wider issues, en­ alistic about the world we want to people aren't the most engaged and I :.J. or vtd, 13~[;(. couraging students to take a stand build;' he said. think it's really important that (poli­ {/; fk;t$ vv'avtt against climate change and poverty Taking questions from the audi­ ticians) take a level of responsibil­ M oWl IV). y ::.------5 among other humanitarian causes. ence, Trudeau said he would not ity too and reach out and help us get "For me it's important that we be runningtor the Liberal Party of engaged:' ~tUJVI ~ tackle head-on the kind of cyni­ Canada leadership beginning in Battling against apathy, Trudeau 9 cism, the kind of disengagement and 2012 and will instead focus on be­ said it was up to young people to the kind of polarization that we're ing a "good dad" to his two young help get everyone, from every po­ dealing with in politics right now;' children. litical stripe, engaged in making the Bf' on your said Trudeau. "We need to be bet­ He did not specifically endorse a country better. ter politicians, we need to be better candidate for the leadership of the "The biggest challenge we're fac­ class compos1te citizens:' party, preferring to focus on more ing is how to get people engaged in and get a free Speaking to a standing-room only general social issues, but called in­ looking beyond their own noses;' crowd in the Student Leadership terim leader Bob Rae very capable. he said. Keystone Yearbook. Log on to thecord.ca for Cord Life writer Alanna Book now before the Fairey's candid chat with Justin Trudeau pressure of term papers & exams.

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Curated by Marla Wasser, this interactive, group exhibiti o n s urveys artists that explo r e t h e r e lationship between art and electronic technology, light, graphics, robotics and virtual realit y. THE CORD • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13. 2011 LOCAL • 7

Local Editor Amanda Steiner LOCAL asteiner@thecord ca Keg tapping kicks off Oktoberfest

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This past Friday, Oct. 7, Kitchener­ Waterloo marked the beginning of its 43rd annual Oktoberfestwith its ceremonial keg tapping at Kitchener City Hall. Incepted on Oct. 14, 1969, Okto­ berfest is an event that not only cel­ ebrates the region's distinct German heritage; it is an event that brings together people from across North America and beyond. Although the event was sched­ uled to begin around noon, people began to arrive as early as 8:30a.m. Dressed in their traditional Ger­ man dresses - known as a dirndl - Meghan Hennessey and Nicole Stuber, both former Miss Oktober­ fest winners, were on the scene as city hall was being prepared for the keg tapping. "Oktoberfest to me is about the culture, the food, and the fun. There's so much going on, and it's such a great experience as it really does bring the community together. Actually, Oktoberfest Incorporated is a non-profit organization. Run with over soo volunteers, those are the people in our community that keep it going," said Hennessey. While many people attend Ok­ toberfest to enjoy its many drinking NICK LACHANCE PH TOTGRAPHY MANAGER events and festhallen, Stuber want­ The first keg of Oktoberfest is officially tapped and Kitchener-Waterloo gets set to celebrate its Bavarian roots in traditional fashion. ed to emphasize that Oktoberfest is much more than that. and Brenda Halloran of Waterloo, increase in licensed establish­ issues, including poverty, imperial­ accompanied by the cities' mayors, "There's this stigma surround­ amongst others. Each performance ments;• Peterson said. "A lot of it is ism, intolerance and Islamophobia. festival officials, festival mascots ing Oktoberfest that it's just a beer was greeted with applause and no different than any other time of "The reason we're doing this Onkel Hans, Ziggy and Zaggy and festival;' she said. "But with over 40 cheers from the crowd packed into year. There's a greater potential for event today is because it marks the festival president Vic Degutis, as family and cultural events, there's the event. people to find themselves in a situ­ tenth year anniversary of the first well as this year's Miss Oktoberfest something for everyone:' Amid the festivities, Constable ation they don't care to. Stay with bombing in Mghanistan;' said pro­ Brittany Graul. Counting to five in At around noon, the event began. Tim Peterson was patrolling the friends, don't drink and drive. Have testor Josh Day. •our rallying cry to­ German, the festival president and Hosted by Nancy Richards of the area on horseback. He commented a plan:' day is 'peace and prosperity, not war Miss Oktoberfest tapped the keg, CBC, it featured performances by on the challenges posed to the police Not everyone in attendance was and austerity'. We got a lot of info officially beginning Oktoberfest. K -W's Glee, 'Oktoberfest Idol' win­ department during Oktoberfest, as there to participate in festivities. out today. That's exciting. I think For more information regard- ners Karli Purcell and Joshua Pei­ well as ways people in the commu­ Activists from two local groups, the people can still enjoy themselves, ing KW Oktoberfest news, venues, dle, the Transylvania Club Dancers nity can stay safe. 'K-W collective on Peace and Jus­ and we can still be here in the pub­ events, links to the official Okto­ and Grammy award winner Walter "There's just an increased volume tice', and the group 'Poverty Makes lic space." berfest Facebook and Twitter pages, Ostanek. Speeches were made by of certain types of activities and us Sick' gathered on King Street to Music continued playing as the and everything Oktoberfest, visit the city mayors Carl Zehr of Kitchener behaviors. We have an enormous voice their concerns on a variety of official keg was brought on stage, official website at Oktoberfest.ca.

K-W in brief More problems for Oktoberfest recognizes con­ Blackberry tributions of outstanding Waterloo-based, Research In Mo­ women tion, may suffer due to technical Eight women who have made out­ glitches that affected millions of standing contributions to their BlackBerry subscribers around the community were named Kitchen­ world. As reported by The Waterloo er-Waterloo Oktoberfest Rogers Region Record, the glitches impacted Women of the Year at a ceremony access to customer's email, text and Tuesday night, with successes and internet browsing. Responsible for awards ranging from arts and cul­ the service of approximately 70 mil­ ture, community service, health and lion blackberry owners, the result of wellness and lifetime achievement. such problems could result in great­ - Compiled by Amanda Steiner ly diminished profits. - Compiled by Francesca Handy Aud expansion raises concerns Fire rescue prepared to treat Parking seems to be a top concern animals among people living near the Kitch­ Visit the The Lexington Road Animal Hos­ ener Auditorium who attended a Tyndale booth pital recently donated pet oxygen public information session Wednes­ masks to Waterloo Fire Rescue. The day on the proposed 1,000-seat ex­ at Wilfred oxygen masks are appropriately pansion of the city's flagship arena. Laurier on sized for dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, According to The Record, more than Oct 4, 12 guinea pigs and birds. The Animal 6o people came out for a look at the Hospital will also provide the fire plans for the $g. 3-million renova­ & 19, 2011 squad with the necessary initial tion that could, if given final approv­ training. al by city councillors next month, "Pets are often on the scene in begin in February and be finished emergency situations and, like hu­ by the end of next October. How­ mans, they are susceptible to health ever, the main concern among resi­ risks arising from a fire;• said Wa­ dents is that the expansion will in • Thught by educational practitioners: current • 100 days of classroom experience terloo Fire Rescue deputy fire chief turn expand traffic times and reduce principals, teachers, textbook authors & mentors. throughout the school year, 3 different settings. Larry Brassard in a press release. parking. The Auditorium currently "While our team never hesitates to has parking for approximately 1,8oo • Cross-curricular emphasis in a supportive • 80% of the first graduating class has assist an animal in distress, this do­ vehicles. Many Rangers fans park learning environment. a teaching-related position. nation means that we now have the on streets around the arena and in proper equipment to save a pet's life some cases illegally, resulting in 416. 218.6757 I 1.877.TYNDALE during an emergency." numerous parking tickets from the -Compiled by Francesca Handy city. The expansion causes concern .TYNQ£§ www.tyndale.ca/education about further limiting parking. -Compiled by Amanda Steiner THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13. 2011 • 17

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education and deputy premier un­ universities and a college. While one JUSTIN FAUTEUX der Ernie Eves, saw a slightly closer NEWS DIRECTOR of the Liberal party's main platform election when Ontarians last went points was to offer a tuition rebate For the sixth time in a row, election to the polls four years ago. for families with an income ofless night was a night of celebration for Liberal candidate Eric Davis than $160,000, the PCs maintained Elizabeth Witmer. The Progressive placed second in the riding with that the bigger issue was job cre­ Conservative was re-electedyet 17,837 votes, giving Witmer the vic­ ation for new grads. again to her long held post of mem­ tory by a margin of 5,519. In 2007, "Obviously they are a little bit her of provincial parliament (MPP), Witmer took the election by 4,917. concerned about the tuition, cer­ meaning that her streak of 21 years "We were up against a 21-year tainly some of the funding;' said in office will continue. incumbent in this riding who was Witmer. Witmer remains the only MPP the first elected when I was twelve;' said "The biggest issue for them all is, riding ofKitchener-Waterloo has Davis, a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier let's make sure we create an envi­ ever known. The district was ere­ University. ronment whereby the private sector ated in 1999 when the ridings were "So I must say we have done an could make some jobs:' re-done and Witmer has won every amazing job:' Placing third in Kitchener-Water­ election since. Previously, she took a Davis was particularly thankful to loo was the NDP's Isabel Cisterna. NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER pair of elections in the riding known the students, which make up such a Cisterna, who was a rookie candi­ John Milloy celebrates with his supporters on election night. as Waterloo North, her first win sizeable part ofhis riding, consider­ date just like Davis, earned 8,259 coming in 1990. ing it contains WLU, the University votes, about 6oo fewer than her New "It was fantastic, it is just so excit­ of Waterloo and Conestoga College. Democrat predecessor in the riding ing, I just had a great team this elec­ "I'd like to specifically thank the Catherin Fife did in the last provin­ Liberal Milloy tion;' said Witmer on election night. students;' Davis told The Cord. cial election. "I've never had so much diversity in "I thank all of the students for The Green Party's J.D. McGuire, my team ... I appreciate the fact that their outstanding support, and if who previously ran as an indepen­ the people came together and it's not to me, then to the democratic dent candidate in 2007, came fourth, takes a tight one just so humbling:' process, because I think Laurier stu­ while independent Peter Davis and Witmer, a political veteran who dents proved that students do come the Freedom Party of Ontario's Mel­ JUSTIN FAUTEUX colleges and universities. In that has held posts such as minister of out to vote when you engage with anie Motz finished fifth and sixth NEWS DIRECTOR time the Liberal government has health, minister oflabour and min­ them:' respectively. spent lavishly on post-secondary ister of the environment in the Mike Witmer was also well aware of -Withfiles ftom Justin Smirlies and As many questioned whether or education, particularly in this re­ Harris government and minister of the fact that her riding contains two Lindsay Purchase not the Liberal party would win the gion, including this past summer, majority government they were so when Milloy announced that the close to in Oct. 6's provincial elec­ provincial government would com­ tion, one of the party's more promi­ mit $72.6 million to Wilfrid Laurier Kitchener-Waterloo riding provincial election results nent candidates was waiting to see University for the planned Global if he would even be re-elected. Innovation Exchange building. In a result that wasn't announced "I think we've had some great unti112:21 a.m- one of the latest success and we're going to continue Elizabeth in the province- incumbent John to build on a lot of things we've done Milloy defeated Progressive Con­ when it comes to education;' said Witmer servative Dave MacDonald by just Milloy of his time as minister of 323 votes in Kitchener Centre, giv­ training, colleges and universities. ing the Liberal a third term as the "Most people don't realize that it's riding's member of provincial par­ not just the colleges and universi­ Eric liament (MPP). Milloy was elected ties where we've had huge success, with 15.392 votes, while MacDonald but it's also the training portion, Davis picked up 15,069, according the un­ which is dealing with those who are official results currently available. unemployed:' "Every election sends ames­ As far as reprising his old role, or sage and it's a lesson. We're going taking on a different one in the new Isabel through some pretty turbulent eco­ Liberal government, Milloy wasn't nomic times and I think people are making predictions. Cisterna concerned;' said Milloy of the tight "Any assignment of any nature, race in his riding. "Every politician whether it be cabinet or otherwise knows they're not getting 100 per is up to the premier, so I'll leave that cent of the vote ... There's people up to him;' he said. "I'm happy to be that are sending clear messages the MPP for Kitchener Centre and about their concerns and we've got anything beyond that will be the to make sure we respond to them:' premier's decision:· After winning a relatively close Milloy's victory in Kitchener election in his first campaign in Centre marked the only one for the 2003, Milloy was re-elected in 2007 Liberals in Waterloo Region as the ndependent 15:ts t 316 (0.64%) in convincing fashion. In that 2007 other three local ridings went to the election, Milloy was sent to Queen's Progressive Conservatives. Eliza­ Park with 45·9 per cent of the vote, beth Witmer kept the seat she's held defeating Progressive Conservative since 1990 in Kitchener-Waterloo, Matt Stanson by nearly 8,ooo votes. Rob Leone upheld the long-time PC Melanie In addition to serving two terms stronghold in Cambridge and Lib­ Mo1z 124 (0.25%) as Kitchener Centre's MPP, Milloy eral incumbent Leanna Pendergast has also spent the past four years was defeated by Tory Michael Harris in the role of minister of training, in Kitchener-Conestoga. MITCHELL CHEESEMAN GRAPHICS ARTI ST

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NICOLE GREEN Suncore and the removal of 6o per Canada:· said. "It's our individual rights that "So we want the law to find ways STAFF WRITER cent of the area's trees. "I've lived here on the reserve we're fighting for but in the long run to reduce this:' In the trial Riemer When her application to sit on the pretty much my whole life. Indus­ it's for everyone because I'm not the served as an expert witness, evalu­ In what looks like a modern day Erin council was rejected she took mat­ try has always surrounded us;' said only one breathing in this air:' ating the psychological impact on Brockovich story, Ada Lockridge and ters into her own hands and teamed Lockridge. The problem of pollution in the community ofliving so close to Ronald Plain of the Aamjiwnaang up with Ecojustice, a Canadian non­ Reimer explained, "The reserve Chemical Valley is that the govern­ the pollution. "There is a psycho­ First Nations Tribe and Ecojustice profit environmental law firm. is completely encircled with smoke ment does not consider the curnu­ logical impact because of the stress are actively suing the Ontario gov­ "I thought, 'that's not going to stacks, you cannot look in any direc­ lative effects of pollution in an area like sirens which go off when there ernment, eli rector of the ministry stop me from doing my environ­ tion and not see one:' when approving construction of is some sort of release, so there is a of the environment and Suncore for mental work"' said Lockridge. "I This is what prompted Lockridge plants. Riemer explained, "They [the constant fear and anxiety;' he said. the pollution in Chemical Valley and cannot walk away knowing all the to get involved. "I always thought government officials) are only look­ "This is just another case of en­ the negative impact it is having on stuff that I know:· that the government was look- ing at one place that isn't polluting vironmental injustices where First the lives of the Aamjiwnaang tribe. Associate professor of psychology ing out for us. I didn't think peo- above the limit but when you add Nation's communities suffer the Lockridge originally joined an ad at Wilfrid Laurier University Manuel ple weren't doing things that they them up it's way above the limit:' most and the rest of us profit from hoc environmental committee on Riemer explained that the reserve weren't allowed to do:' For Lock­ "Industry says they only do what it," concluded Riemer. the reserve to stop the implemen­ lands are located near Chemical ridge, this is about her own indi­ the government tells them to do and Currently, the ministry is collect­ tation of what would be the world's Valley, which is just south of Sarnia, vidual rights. "Nowhere did I give up the government does what the law ing counter evidence, which will be largest standing ethanol plant, by Ontario, "The most polluted area in the right to breathe in clean air;' she tells them to;' said Lockridge. presented in December.

LEEZA PECE happens is there would be no remu­ CORD NEWS neration back to the rights holder." Henderson added that the exemp­ LINDA GIVETASH tion would prevent further publica­ EDITOR-IN CHIEF tions ifwriters and creators have no financial incentive to support their On Thursday, Sept. 29, Bill C-n was efforts when the main market-ed­ introduced in the House of Com­ ucational institutions- are exempt mons, marking the fourth attempt from copyright policies or tariffs. "It to amend copyright legislation by would impoverish the already nar­ the Government of Canada. The row margin world of educational Copyright Modernization Act seeks and scholarly publishing whose val­ to bring copyright law in line with ue added transforms raw material technology, an important task given into something students can actu­ the vast amount of material avail­ ally make use of;' he explained. able online. The lack of specificity in the edu­ Executive director of Campus cation exemption according to Hen­ Stores Canada, Wayne Amundson derson is due to the failure of find­ believes, however, that it is "the ex­ ing common ground among all the act same legislation as the last at­ stakeholders, from representatives tempt" and will face many of the of the education sector to publish­ same challenges as its predecessor, ing and writing associations. "It's a C-32 of June 2010. question of trying to get the sides to Most specifically, he felt that its actually talk," he said. provisions will have a negative im­ Among the creators, clistributors pact on Canadian students, who ac­ and users of copyright materials, All UROSEVIC GRAPHICS ARTIST quire much of their academic mate­ support for Bill C -11 doesn't appear rial online. to be mounting. act would be better received if these of it then it's either not going to hap­ The Bill claims to offer absolute Reiterating the problems with the were not included:' pen or it's going to have to be funded protection of copyrighted material provisions against breaking digital Looking ahead with similar con­ elsewhere:' through "digital locks;' while simul­ locks, Amundson concluded, "The cerns about the bill~effect on aca­ "Looking for a business model taneously offering a "fair dealing general view within the Campus demic publishing, Henderson said, here is going to be extremely inter­ exemption" on material acquired for Store community, is that from a "Somebody is going to be able to esting;' he added. non-infringing purposes. consumer point of view, specifically fund scholarship and its develop­ Changes have yetto be made, as For Amundson, it's the unison of students, the cligitallock provision ment and its publication. If we can't debate of Bill C-n continues in the these two provisions that act as a goes too far. I think that maybe, the collect any compensation by the sale House of Commons.

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SAMANTHA SCOTT CORD NEWS "All the parties will need The outcome oflastThursday's pro­ •••••••••• to work together, put the vincial election will have a great im­ pact on middle-class students look­ •••••••••• people first and make ing for extra help with tuition costs . •••••••••• Yes, OSAP students, that means sure that we govern in you. •••••••••• That is if what the Liberals pro­ •••••••••• [... ] their best interest:' posed in their platform, a 30 per cent tuition grant to students whose par­ ••• ents make less than 16o,ooo a year, Seats :53 Votes: 1,622,426 (370*>) goes through parliament smoothly. Kitchener-Waterloo Liberal rep­ -Elizabeth Witmer, resentative Eric Davis and recently Kitchener-Waterloo MPP re-elected Progressive Conservative MPP Elizabeth Witmer both have •••••••••• different ideas as to how Premier Dalton McGuinty's Liberal minority •••••••••• government will affect the province •••••••••• and prioritize the Liberal tuition {currently at 15 per cent) ilieywere grant. ••••••• split. Davis sees his minority as un­ Seats : 37 Votes: 1 ,527,959 {35.4%) Third -year Wilfrid Laurier Uni­ usual and unpredictable because it versity sociology student Cheyanne is only one seat short of a majority McGillicuddy-Richardson told The government. Cord, "A Liberal tuition break be­ As for McGuinty and how he'll cause it seems plausible, the Con­ work with other parties, Davis stat­ servatives fighting to get employ­ ed his confidence in describing the •••••••••• ONTARIO ment up seems too far fetched." "Liberal party as a party of centre, ••••••• On the other hand, Derek Davies, compromise and pragmatism:· He Seats : 17 Votes: 980,204 (22.7g'o) a third-year environmental stud­ went on to explain that this Liberal NDPZ>NPD ies student at Laurier would "rather government's stability is stronger have the Conservatives fight to low­ because they do not make decisions er post-graduate unemployment based specifically on ideology and because it would probably take two will be able to pass legislature more MITCHELL CHEESEMAN GRAPHICS ARTIST years to do either so I won't see the efficiently. decrease of 30 percent. So, I'd railier Davis sees it as a matter of choos­ give the house an opportunity to number .... in the province of On- post-secondary graduates having to have them fighting to find me a job ing his cabinet efficiently in order to "reflect the will of the people in the tario before committing to reduc- "move back home ... and incur more by ilien:' In the end, according to give students what they asked for, province:' ing the cost of tuition for students:· debt:' whether incurring debt is due Witmer, both representatives have "As soon as January:' Hopeful that McGuinty will keep she said. to another tax hike from McGuinty the same goaL Only lacking in one seat guaran­ his word on lowering the cost of tu- Witmer also sees what happens or from higher education. ·~parties will need to work to­ tees that at least one member of the ition for students, Witmer sees other to students after they graduate as On asking the student popula­ gether, put the people first, and opposition will have to be in favour . issues that must be dealt with before . a large issue that the Liberal plat- tion whether they would rather a 30 make sure that we govern in a way ofa tuition reduction. spending on the grant. I form has overlooked. She expressed per cent reduction in tuition now or that will be in their best interest," Witmer, meanwhile sees the mi­ ( "The first thing (McGuinty] herself as concerned about the un- for the PC to fight to lower our debt she said. nority as a positive because it will has to do is get an accurate deficit employment rate at 15 per cent and and post-graduate unemployment

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Review: Mom's Tattoo Shop BR EE RODY-MANTHA FEATUR ES EDITOR

When Mom's Tattoo Shop arrived in Waterloo in 2010, I headed in with a friend to check it out and was impressed by the cleanliness of the waiting area and the friendliness of the receptionist. Their prices seemed reason­ able. I wasn't yet ready to book an appointment, but I took a card and told myself to consider them in the future. Being far away from my home shop, I liked the vibe at Mom's and thus made the mistake of not shopping around when it came to my new tattoo in April. Despite the really awesome reputation that Mom's has garnered over the past few months, I witnessed none of the warmth and hospitality oth­ ers had boasted. However, in retrospect many of my friends who have praised Mom's had been tattoo virgins with zero outside reference. My artist, Gord, had zero interest or input in my design, which didn't bother me for this particular design as it was simply a piece of script, but I can't help but feel that he would have gone ahead and done it even if it had been in Comic Sans. During the work I found the artist to be cold and unresponsive, which is a style that doesn't work for me. Some people need conversation to loos­ en up, and feeling like you are getting to know your artist is a great relief when tense. He only spoke once or twice to somewhat rudely ask me to moveover. The work was beautiful and done exactly how I wanted it. While the price was completely fair (I would have paid more with my first artist) I was disappointed that tax was not included in my original estimate. Mom's may be a very "pretty" location, but squeaky-clean floors and an immaculate waiting area are not the be-ail and end -all in tattoo shopping. I will not be returning.

Bottom line: Mom's is home to beautiful artwork, but ifyo u're looking for a friendly artist, go somewhere else. Grade:C+

Review: Tora Tattoo MATTFESNAK CONTRIBUTOR My first experience at Tora Tattoo was also my first experience getting a tattoo. I had quite a few friends who had gotten work done at Tora and felt confident that they would be a good choice. The desk staff was very kind to me and always remembered me when­ ever I came in. They also made sure to not make me feel alienated or like a loser because I was new to tattoos. The tattoo shop itself, being a convert­ ed home, also felt really inviting and warm. When it came time to work out my design I had a bit of trouble with my artist Craig. He was initially eager to work with me. However, we had dif­ ferent expectations of each other. I expected Craig to take my design and add something personal to it, assuming that a professional tattoo artist would know what looks good in tattoos better than I would. Craig, how­ ever, just wanted to take my drawings and directly translate them into a tattoo. Though I am happy with what I got, I now know that a bigger and more expensive shop would have done what I wanted, and that's what I did for my second tattoo. Tora is a very good local shop and is probably more than good enough for most tattoos, but they aren't the kind of shop to create great works of art.

Bottom line: Tora is an inviting and comfortable, but don't expect a lot of artist input. Grade: A -

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Arts Editor Liz Smith ARTS lsmith@thecord ca Ra Ra Riot plays Starlight Lounge The indie-rock fan favourites showcased their own brand of baroque pop on Thursday night in Waterloo, speaking to Cord writer Carly Basch prior to the show about their upcoming tour, and recording plans

CARLY BASCH CORD ARTS "We have never played in Waterloo, but I am look­ To see a band you highly enjoy per­ ing forward to playing Starlight and trying out form at Waterloo's Starlight is truly a privilege. other venues:' The small, dimly-lit Starlight Lounge offers an intimate environ­ ment in which audiences feel con­ - Wes Miles, Ra Ra Riotfrontman nected to the performers (and can ·actually see the band members on stage.) different instruments and constant­ additional song to play. That is exactly what occurred ly multitasking. Moments like these captured the during the performance ofRa Ra Cellist Alexandra Lawn and lead true essence of feeling intimate and Riot last Wednesday, Oct. 5· singer Wes Miles demonstrated connected to performers. The audience was first enter­ their multitasking excellence as they Even when the speakers expe­ tained by Dinosaur Bones, a Toron­ kept switching instruments during rienced a technical problem, pro­ to-based band that has been accom­ "Too Dramatic" in order to play spe­ ducing feedback, the band and the panying Ra Ra Riot on their Cana­ cific solos and bridges. crowd shared a laugh and continued dian tour. The audience could hear every to enjoy the performance. When the Their energetic stage presence single instrument being played and end of the night arrived, after a full­ broke the ice, getting audience they all worked together, showcas­ set and three encores, Miles thanked members interested and engaged. ing the bands mastery of the true art the crowd by reaching out and high­ Songs like "Royalty" kept the en­ of baroque pop. fiving as many people as he could ergy live and exciting for the crowd, Prior to the show, Riot's frontman before the song's end. but when they slowed it down near Wes Miles sat down with The Cord As the crowd filtered out, stop­ the end of their set to sing their bal­ to discuss the upcoming gig. ping to chat with members from Di­ lad, "Ice Hotels;' the energy in the Although used to performing in nosaur Bones or brag that they got room became subdued as the crowd small university towns and intimate to high-five Wes, we all thought the swayed to the beautiful tune. venues, Wes expressed interest and same thing: they better not give fol­ The members of headlining Ra Ra curiosity at the prospect of playing lowing night's crowd the same lov­ Riot also joined the crowd to enjoy at Starlight. ing treatment. the performance of Dinosaur Bones. "We have never played in Wa­ Ra Ra Riot fans have much to look Ra Ra Riot, an indie-rock band terloo, but I am looking forward to forward to in the new year, prior to hailing from Syracuse. New York, playing at Starlight and trying out their Starlight performance, Miles is made up of vocalist Wes Miles, other venues;' said Miles. told the Cord "I think after the tour, bassist Mathieu Santos, guitar­ Starlight seemed to live up to starting next early year we'll start to ist Milo Bonacci, cellist Alexandra the anticipations of Miles and get serious again and start recording Lawn, violinist Rebecca Zeller and the crowds welcoming reception some new songs:' drummer Kenny Bernard. noticeably boosted their energy The band also appeared for a live Ra Ra Riot's performance did not onstage. performance on Late Night with Jimmy disappoint; immediately after the "I wish I was out there with you Fallon on Oct. 11. band took the stage the room erupt­ guys;' a band member proclaimed ed into an energetic arena of danc­ before their rendition of the song ing and shoe tapping. "St. Peter's Day Festival:' Each member took advan- Enjoying the liveliness so much, IAN SPENCE LEAD VIDEOGRAPHER tage of the stage despite its small the band briefly stopped to chat thecord.ca Ra Ra Riot entertains excited fans at Waterloo's Starlight Lounge. size, making a spectacle out of the amongst themselves and select an - Arts bit~s The latest news in entertainment

"Random Task" alleged­ Ontario Ministry of Labour is likely ly killed cellmate to show that Mila Jojovich had been Ifyou were wondering where the crouched under the platform the beloved oddjob doppelganger from zombies staggered off, her entrails He deem the first Austin Powers film is, he is and svelte leather-clad legs very now suspected of killing his cell­ much intact. mate in a California prison. Jo­ this coUpon fot- }Qo/o OJ:J: seph Hyungmin Son, 40, who once Yanni adopts spawn of played the Dr. Evil henchman "Ran­ semi-famous panda dom Task;' allegedly killed his sex Remember 'Jingjing', one of the five l £ff.rylhing In-slot-e. @ offender cellmate in a prison north panda mascots of the 2008 Beijing of Los Angeles. The man was found Summer Olympics? Of course you Monday. Son has been serving a do. Remember Yanni, the Greek new ~ Q!JEEN OF HEARTS life sentence for torturing a worn­ age musician who has had more an who had been out walking her than 35 platinum records? Probably dog in Orange County on Christ­ not, but he just adopted the two­ mas Eve, 1990. No murder weap­ month-old offspring of the panda COSTUMES on has been found in the death of that 'Jingjing' was modeled after. the cellmate according to reports, A panda research centre in China though no shoes are visible in Son's gave Yanni the honour, though it GostiDRes, WltJs, Make-up. mugshot. normally lets nations adopt pan­ das, not individuals. Perhaps China AGoossoPios au(} MoPe! decided that Greece had enough on Zombies injured on To­ its hands. Yanni is also not Kenny ronto film set G, though he was mistaken for that 91 Kiru; Street Norlh The fifth Resident Evil installment, saxophone guy initially while writ­ Retribution, experienced a down­ ing this brief. Waterloo, ON fall during production Tue~day as a number of zombies fell off a Former Beatie 519-886-0014 platform onto the concrete near weds two-legged Kipling and the Queensway. There woman WW""'-

actor, similar to Gosling, with a place in the "Pack:' Go back two years to catch his SNL hosting gig, and you watch a true entertainer at work. His often praised fashion sense, and his general likability put Gordon-Levitt into a class of his WADE THOMPSON own, a guy we respect based on his VISUAL DIRECTOR decisions as an actor and his upbeat public persona. Two years ago, I wrote an article that Still, like Gosling, there is an el­ appeared in The Cord on the extinc­ ement of mysticism that he main­ tion of"cool" in Hollywood. I be­ tains, which only adds to his sua­ lieved that as Paul Newman died, so vity. The fact that he opened his SNL did the notion of the hip and debo­ gig with a re-interpretation of Don­ nair leading icon, an image that au­ ald O'Connor's "Make 'em Laugh" diences once upon a time strived to says so much of what you need to emulate. know about him as a performer. Today, people prefer to idolize Don't think though that this "re­ reality stars, scandals and the pa­ turn to cool" is a strictly male affair, parazzi lifestyle rather than talent though. Future Catwoman Anne and mystery ala Old Hollywood. Hathaway, despite a rather sordid While this way of thinking seems to Oscar hosting gig this past year, re­ be the general public consensus, the mains her cheery self in every as­ idea of"cool" being dead may not be pect of her celebrity persona. In as definitive as I once thought. my mind, a sense of humour about A very small group of actors are your celebrity status demands much unknowingly bringing the "rad" fac­ more respect than taking yourself tor back to celebrity. As once did too seriously. Yes, she chooses to Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, do a terrible rom-com every once WADE THOMPSON VISUAL DIRECTOR Cary Grant, Frank Sinatra and the in a while, but if we simply look at rest of the Rat Pack, a few young the track record of the most beloved members of Hollywood's elite icons ofyesterday, everyone has are foregoing the notion that they their fair share ofbombs. should care what the public thinks Emma Stone works in a very sim­ and instead are redefining what it ilar manner and I would also include means to be cool. her in the "Pack:' I have dubbed these actors, "The It seems that "cool" is less about RadPack:' the movies you make and more Ryan Gosling is arguably the about the characters you play, on foremost celebrity is this equation and off screen. If it weren't like that, and is the actor that made me first how would we ever be able to forgive think that I may have been wrong. Gene Kelly for Xanadu? First, let's look at his track record Gosling's Drive co-star Carey from the last few years. He deliv­ Mulligan is another who has started ered an almost Oscar nominated to gain the respect of the all-seeing, performance in Lars and the Real Girl quick-to-judge public. Despite be­ in 2007 and then took three years ing a hot young thing, Mulligan has off. Since his return last year, he has made all the right choices for her made five movies, keeping the mys­ films, remaining relevant because tery of his celebrity alive and fore­ of her likability and ability to carry most in his career. herself as an icon that her fans wish ON GLASSES, CONTACT LENSES With his films this year, Gos­ to emulate. & SUNGLASSES. ling quite literally defined the role Michael Fassbender, Mulligan's EYE EXAM REBATE AVAILABLE of "ladies' man" with Crazy Stupid co-star in the upcoming Shame, Love, then turned a 360 and solidi­ demonstrates a talent that almost fied a modern day McQueen-esque every fan boy wants to see translated bad boy by kicking ass in Drive. In into the next James Bond. The two his third film of the year, The Ides of have almost become synonymously March, fiction mirrors reality, ac­ associated with each other and it's knowledging Gosling's character as all thanks to Fassbender's refined the prominent talent in his field. persona. This guy, like Newman or Robert What all of these actors have in Redford, not only chooses roles in common is their strict ability to which he can showcase his boyish handle their celebrity status in a good looks, but also ones that show calm and collected manner. They his talents more than anything else. are showing today' s audiences that A self-diminishing attitude helps it's not about how much press you gain the affection of an admir- can or cannot get, but rather how to ing public, and Gosling has that in carry yourself in a professional and droves. You can watch any inter­ good humoured way. They really are view in which his "Mickey Mouse carrying on where the stars ofyes­ Club" days are mentioned or sim­ terday left off, and for that, I applaud ply check out the Ryan Gosling them. Feminism meme out there on the Cool is making a comeback ladies inter- highway. and gentlemen. And The Rad Pack is Joseph Gordon-Levitt is another leading the charge.

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Beer Custom Screen Printing Man &Embroidery 16 • ARTS THE CORD • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011 Laurier Free Film Series begins its fourth year Laurier PhD students Anders Bergstrom and Patrick Faubert have hand picked a diverse range of films for the series, with help from Susan Hroncek. The screenings are free, weekly and open to the public

war film based on the occurrences screened in series. "The goal was to American films (Network 1976,All Academy Award for Lead Actor Pe­ LIZ SMITH during the Algerian war against the come up with some kind of thematic The Presidents Men, 1976), a Scottish ter Finch, Network promises to be an ARTS EDITOR French colonial occupation in North thread that could run through all the film, (Sweet Sixteen, 2002), aRoma­ entertaining and worthwhile use of A new opportunity for expanding Mrica, and presents a jarring com­ films we chose. This allowed us to nian film (The Death ofMr. Lazarescu, several hours. horizons in the arts has arisen at mentary on the history of guerilla select films of a wide variety; great 2005) a French Canadian film (Les Although Nov. 17 film screen­ Wilfrid Laurier University. warfare. films, but also films that are largely Ordres, 1974), and a Russian film ing is currently listed as "To Be An­ This fall, from Sept. 22-Nov. 24, Curated by Anders Bergstrom and under-appreciated:' (DoctorZhivago, 1965). nounced;' Bergstrom explained to Laurier is playing host to the Laurier Patrick Faubert, with help from Su­ By selecting films that are largely Network, to be screened on Thurs. the Cord that the curators of these­ Free Film Series, now in its fourth san Hroncek, the series is open to under-appreciated in the cinematic Oct. 13, is a satirical American film ries are in the final stages ofbring­ consecutive year. the public and aims to expose film community, the Laurier Free Film about a fictitious television network, ing an affluent film-maker to pres­ This year's series is organized enthusiasts to a culturally and the­ Series exposes students to films a long time news anchor about to be entthe documentary. around the theme "Cinema with a matically diverse group of films. which may otherwise always remain fired and the stations subsequent Screenings of the Laurier Free Social Conscience;' and involves a Speaking to the Cord, Bergstrom, beneath their radar. struggle with low ratings. Film Series will occur every Thurs­ free weekly screening of ten films. a PHD student in English and film In order to ensure culturally di­ Winning three of the four Acade­ day until Nov. 24 in BA101 at 7 p.m, The first film screened in these­ studies at Wilfrid Laurier explains versity, the series includes films my Awards the film was nominated and are free to the public. ries, The Battle ofAlgiers, is a 1966 the process used to select the films in the French language (Z, 1969), for in 1977, including a posthumous

KWAG wins Exhibition of the Year

Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery to the barns destruction playing (KWAG} has recently been award­ from a distance away. ed a great honour when the On­ Daetwylers' multidisciplinary tario Association of Art Galleries artwork ranges from painting. awarded KWAG Exhibition of the drawing, and sculpture using nat­ Year. for artist Ernest Daetwyler's ural. His work often focuses on exhibit. "Reality in Reverse (barn the outdoors. using both man­ raising}" which was on display in made and natural elements. 2010. This award promises to ben­ For his exhibit. Daetwyler dis­ efit the art gallery through added mantled an old barn near his publicity, and KWAG is "thrilled" home in Atwood. Ontario. where to share the honour with Ernest the Swiss-born artist was raised. Daetwyler. Working with a team of Menno­ Deeply rooted in the region, nite barn raisers. he used the re­ Daetwyler is a director and found­ covered materials to build an up­ ing member of CAFKA the Con­ side-down barn inside KWAG's temporary Art Forum Kitchener Eastman Gallery. and Area. a biennial exhibition of When on display, the disman­ contemporary art projects in the tled barn was the only object in a Kitchener-Waterloo Region. darkened area of the gallery; the -Compiled by Liz Smith TAYLOR GAYOWSKY GRAPHICS EDITOR only sounds were the soundtrack

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Opinion Editor Joseph McNinch-Pazzano EDITORIAL jmcninchpazzano@ thecord.ca

Steve Jobs's immeasurable impact cannot be denied iEA" I \PE~ U,f\)\:. ~-.,.-=J---+'Wm.\ ~M 0~ ~ In the spate of innovators and entrepreneurs who have D transformed the way people go about their lives, Apple ~lL ~. co-founder Steve Jobs ranks among the most influ­ ential, talented and forward -looking thinkers of our 11\o0bt\"\ '{oJ generation. Not only did he personally contribute to the found­ C::AH 5 M\ c,H'( ing of one of the world's first commercially successful computers, but he also committed to developing tech­ (A.Iit m~· nology that transformed the way we think about hu­ man interaction. From the iPhone to the iPod and now the iPad, Jobs's first priority was ensuring that people were at the centre of this technology. His brilliance and visionary approach rivaled that of the most transformative innovators of our time - ar­ guably a Thomas Edison-like figure of the modern age. Regardless of one's personal affinity for the company \ or its products, one cannot deny the revolutionary im­ pact Jobs made. In recent years, though, critics have suggested that Apple has engaged in questionable ethical and legal practices at its offshore factories, under Jobs's lead­ ership. One such instance is a company called Fox­ conn in Taiwan, one of Apple's largest suppliers. The company has been accused of"militant and inhu­ mane" treatment, using child labour, breaching Chi­ na's already-lax employment standards and the illegal dumping of hazardous materials. The allegations leveled against Apple during Jobs's tenure as CEO will likely have a negligible impact on his legacy. Perhaps it is easier to remember Jobs as the technological pioneer that he was. And for now, that's what we should do -we should pay homage to the man whose presence can easily be felt in our everyday lives. One need look no further than the sea of MacBooks and iPhones in every lecture hall to see that. Yet, when the tributes are finished being penned and Apple moves into a post-Jobs era, one cannot help but wonder who will take the reigns of the next chapter of technological advancement. One can only hope that w they capture the brilliance of Jobs while recognizing T that he, like each and every one of us, was imperfect. -The Cord Editorial Board Green party offers substandard Issues with Terrace work­ candidates in recent election ers require attention

The transition of the Terrace food court from the Wil­ Green candidate went from, "maybe he's all-candidates meeting held at Wilfrid frid Laurier University Students' Union (WLUSU) to just having a rocky start;' to "oh, maybe Laurier University on Sept. 22, a tweeted private operator, Aramark, has been comprised of a it's just an off night for him;• to "really, question was posed to each representa­ rocky series of events. There is plenty of blame to go McGuire? Really?" tive: Who is your favourite Canadian? around with WLUSU and Aramark both holding re­ His comments just progressively McGuire's response: "I don't know sponsibility for the issues. worsened over time. When asked at a that many great Canadians:' First and foremost, the lack of communication be­ campus forum about women and wom­ I'll admit, the other responses weren't tween Aramark and student employees adds an addi­ AMANDA STEINER en's rights if elected, McGuire respond­ exactly extraordinary themselves, with tionallayer of stress that students simply don't need. LOCAL AND NATIONAL EDITOR ed, ''I'm married, I have a wife and I still answers ranging from the late Jack Lay­ These issues should have been addressed early in the don't understand women:· I'm sure all ton to MPP Elizabeth Witmer's own fa­ summer before the school year began, ensuring that the women in attendance really appreci­ ther, but at least they had answers. At the transition phase was largely complete when fall The Ontario Green party produced ter­ ated that heart-felt response about their least when asked during a Canadian arrived. rible results this recent provincial elec­ livelihoods and general existence. When political debate, they could name one The fact that students have not been initially em­ tion across the board, earning a mere asked at another forum by a local high person who inspired them in their lives. ployed in Spring Rolls is another unfortunate stick­ 3·9 per cent of the vote province-wide. school student what he would do to help McGuire couldn't even manage that. ing point. While it's understandable that the nature Blame can obviously be placed on poli­ stop bullying, he responded, "I don't What the Green party needs is candi­ of the business is different, this could also have been cies and affairs, but how inadequately know that we have a specific policy on dates like MacLellan who actually seem addressed with adequate foresight - completing the does a party have to perform before that. So what I can offer is as an MPP, I to care about their party and the policies project earlier and bringing students in sooner to get some blame is directed toward local would definitely support any legislation they represent. trained at the new business. candidates? Sure a platform can be weak that made sense:' Well he may not know McGuire's performance reaped what While WLUSU's agreement with Aramark stipulates compared to another more established what to do specifically, but as long as he sewed, with getting only 2.6 per cent that 75 per cent of the workers must be students, WLU­ political party and not every aspect of a potential solution makes sense, then of the votes in K-W. To put this into per­ SU cannot yet confirm whether Aramark is meeting a platform can be fully costed or com­ he's all for it. spective, the Conservative party got 43·4 that. This needs to be rectified immediately. Students pletely problem free, but it is the respon­ The thing is, I was never a Green per cent and the Independent represen­ were promised that the shift to Aramark would be ben­ sibility of the representatives to pick up party voter myself, but I still respected tative got .64 per cent. eficial to them - they deserve to know the full details some of the slack and show confidence their ideas. I thought their initiatives But I suppose McGuire said it best of the transition. in what they are supposedly supporting towards the environment were noble, himself in his closing statement at the Workers are now considering unionization. Without for our province. and the rest of their platform ideas were all-candidates meeting held at RIM Park an improvement in communication and a better rela­ In Kitchener-Waterloo, the Green commendable, I would just never ex­ back on Sept. 19, "I don't know every­ tionship with Aramark, they would be fully justified in party candidate J.D. McGuire was a par­ pect them to be strong political leaders thing, my memory is terrible. I don't seeking that support. ticular ins~nce of this general party if elected. And I'll also admit that this have the platform memorized, I could Even though WLUSU is not directly overseeing the disappointment. He even created his opinion was founded on very limited re­ read it for days on end without sleeping Terrace anymore, they need to demonstrate that they own self-fulfilling prophecy when he search on background information into and I would never memorize it. I'm not still support student workers and provide assistance to announced to a room full of potential Green party specifics. afraid to admit I don't know something:' Aramark in whatever capacity they require. voters, ''I'm a realist, and I'm pretty cer­ However, earlier this year I had the This is just one example of a disap­ tain that the Greens aren't going to form opportunity to speak with Cathy Ma­ pointing Green party representative, - The Cord Editorial Board a government on Oct. 6:' Yes, he really cLellan, the federal Green party can­ which appeared to be the trend in this did say that. I mean, let's be realistic, didate forK-Wand I was blown away. election. the chances of the Green party form­ She had strong responses, an extensive Again, none of the Green candidates This unsigned editorial is based offinfomull discussions and ing a government on election day was knowledge on a variety of issues - ex­ did well in the province overall, yet, then agreed upon by the majority ofThe Cord's editorial board, extremely unlikely, but it is his political tending far past the environment - and more should have been expected of them which consists ofu, senior Cord staffi ncluding the Editor-in­ party. He was not just voting for them, most of all, she had faith in her party. after the successful growth in the federal Chief and Opinion Editor. The arguments made may reference he was representing them. Never once did she say she had no hope Green party with its leader being elected any facts that have been made available through interviews, Being one of the rare K-W residents of winning the federal election. Even if as MP in the spring. documents or other sources. The views presented do not neces­ who paid attention to this past provin ­ she was thinking it, I never got that im­ Ontario's Green party should make a sarily reflect those ofThe Cord's volunteers, staffor WLUSP. cial election, I actually did go out and at­ pression. From talking with MacLellan, I point of finding stronger, inspiring can­ tend candidate meetings (multiple times felt at least a little more confident in the didates who are well-versed in the par­ The Cord is published by even) to see what potential MPPs had to Green party because she was confident ty's politics and can engage voters across Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications. offer. Between the phone conversation in her party. the province in the next election ifthey Contact Erin Epp, WLUSP President and Publisher with McGuire and the two all-candidate The worst instance ofwhat can only want to have sustained longevity in the 75 University Ave.W, Waterloo ON NzL 3C5 meetings I attended, my opinion of this be called incompetence was at the coming years. THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13. 2011 OPINION • 19 Laurier's reputation seriously at risk

Yet at the same time the academic available to them. That too is posi­ in the classroom. lower even than what is required integrity of the university would tive. Instead, as these classes are no As professors we are committed down the road at our sister univer­ seem to be under threat. In recent longer offered, students find that to this. We thrive on communicating sity known not for its arts program years faculty have challenged the they cannot find the courses they our love of!ea rning to new genera­ but for its leadership in mathemat­ culture of cuts that has become the need to graduate in four years. The tions. Each interaction with a stu­ ics and science. norm. Now students too are becom­ consequence? Another year, more dent is worthwhile and meaning­ We are, as the dean informed us, ing increasingly aware of the impact debt. ful. We spend hours engaged in this "Last Chance u:• My own heart sank GAVIN BROCKETT of these decisions on the education Among the faculty (in arts at part of our work, often to the point when I learned this reality. The ad­ COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR for which they ultimately came here. least) morale has never been lower of taking evenings and weekends to ministration's decision to consis­ In my own faculty of arts, there­ in my time here. As faculty we face prepare for class, grade papers and tently lower entrance requirements Since I arrived here in 2005 I have lentless focus on the bottom line has tremendous pressure couched in engage in our own research. Being so as to bring in more students in been a proud part of the Wilfrid meant not only that class sizes have what we perceive to be an increas­ a professor is more a lifestyle than a order to pay our bills has finally Laurier University community, con­ grown, but also that small classes ingly negative message from the job. We do not think about the costs caught up with us. There must be a fident that indeed we are "inspiring which encourage closer professor­ administration. From our limited as long as we enjoy the work and feel better way. lives ofleadership and purpose" as student interaction increasingly perspective it is difficult for us to that our efforts are valued. What is more dispiriting is there­ this year's Laurier centenary cel­ are suspect. If the university re- understand just what the adminis­ Two weeks ago The Cord reported ality that if things do not change, we ebrations have emphasized. ally is committed to preparing our tration's intentions are. on a faculty of arts meeting at which will no longer be only Last Chance Recently I received in my mailbox students for the future then it must Yet it is not difficult to reach the we discussed raising the average U. Laurier will also be Last Choice U. the colourful and attractive publi­ demonstrate that it values the learn­ conclusion that we are inadequate grade required of entering students. For students and for faculty. cation "100 Years" that the univer­ ing that takes place in such intimate in almost every area. Our research At 72 per cent, our entrance require­ sity has produced. I also returned environments. isn't adequate. We are not teaching ments are apparently the lowest in Gavin Brockett is an associate profes­ from a productive sabbatical abroad What possible explanation can enough classes. We are not teaching the province. This is significantly sor in Laurier's history department. energized by my research and ea­ there be for the fact that this year, enough students. We are not teach­ ger to step back into the classroom the more than twenty students hop­ ing effectively enough. ------and to share my own learning with ingto enroll in third-year Arabic My sense is that the administra­ students. had to fight to ensure that the course tion has bought into the attitudes However the year away has en­ would go ahead? Just how many stu­ towards post-secondary educa­ abled me to gain a valuable perspec­ dents have to sign up to make alan­ tion that prevail in our society to­ tive on life at Laurier. Sadly there guage course viable for the admin­ day. Education itself is severely is a growing discrepancy between istration? This is compounded by undervalued. the message that the administra­ the fact that Arabic is a discipline in Everywhere we go we are told that tion promotes and the reality that which small classes are essential for a university degree must prepare students and faculty experience on a effective learning. students for future employment. daily basis. At the same time, students now The failure ofyoung graduates to Yes there is a century oflearning face the reality that small programs find lucrative full-time work is fre­ associated with our institution, even are being cut as are the number of quently attributed to universities if Laurier itself is comparatively courses taught by contract academic - and their faculty - as though the new. Certainly we have an impres­ staff. Small programs offer students global economic crisis doesn't have sive administration with more vice the opportunity to explore areas of any impact at all. presidents than some departments learning that truly interest them and On the contrary, we must stand have faculty. To be sure ancillary that draw on the expertise of the up for the value oflearning, not just services at Laurier are impressive. faculty. of preparing students for a specific No doubt our 0-week is among the Surely these only attract students career. If we really are about inspir­ best in the country, our residenc- to the university. ing lives ofleadership and purpose, es are cutting edge and our com­ Our rich pool of part-time in­ then Laurier must invest much more mitment to accessible learning is structors mean that students have in the very core of the experience - impressive. a much wider variety of courses the student-professor relationship

The value of diversity

Opinion Columnist Bree Borsellino speaks to the value of knowing more than one lanuage in a multicultural society

at my entire family speaking a dif­ siblings, as the result of Canada's ferent language I could understand powerful influence on my father them, but I couldn't fulfill my desire makes me feel regretful for not hav­ to join in with them. This is why I ing the desire to learn my culture's think the importance ofbilingual­ language earlier on. I see the look of ism and multilingualism should disappointment on my nonna's face be more stressed in and among when I tell her I don't understand, BREE BORSELLINO families. and I recognize her pain to watch OPINIOI'J COLUMNIST According to Susan Munroe, her grandchildren rejecting their ----- quoting from the 2001 Census Statis­ Italian heritage. Thanksgiving Day, to many, is a time tics on Languages in Canada, "nine out I'm currently taking the Italian to be shared with the family. I spent of ten people in Canada still speak course here at Wilfrid Laurier Uni­ this past Sunday with my family either the English or French Ian­ versity and I hope to complete the back in my hometown. I had a bit of guages at home ... Only ten per cent entire four years of courses that are a frustration this weekend, though. spoke a language other than English offered. Coming from an Italian background or French at home, compared to 18 Though the language I'm current­ on my father's side, it's sometimes per cent who reported another Ian­ ly learning is not the same as the difficult to try to talk to my nonna guage as their mother tongue:' one my nonna uses, she will under­ (grandmother) because she speaks Due to Canada being known for stand what I say. very little English. its multiculturalism, this fact is It's my decision to make the ef­ The two of us have had this strug­ astonishing. fort to learn a completely different gle in communication for as long It suggests that many people language that makes her so happy. as I can remember, and a lot of the whose native language is differ­ I feel that if English is anyone's first time it can be very frustrating for ent from English or French do not language, they too should attempt to both of us. speak it on a daily basis. It makes learn the language of their cultural My nonna was born and raised in me all the more interested in learn­ background. Sicily, an island just off of Italy, and ing Italian. Cultural diversity is important ­ she moved here when she was in her My dad was raised with the Ital­ especially in Canada, where accep­ early 30s -learning only the basics ian culture, Sicilian "slang" being tance is practiced readily. of the English language. his first language (slang because it's English is the most difficult Ian­ Of the nine children she had, only neither proper nor close to Italian). guage to learn, but since most of us Choose from over 90 graduate programs two were born in Sicily; the rest But of course living in Canada - have already learned it, why not try Work with faculty who have received over $100 million in external were born when she moved to Can­ and English being one of the official our luck with another one? financial support ada. Amongst the seven that were languages - he learned to speak the If those ofyou who want to learn Conduct research in world-class facilities born here was my father. I was born way everyone else did. a different language have relatives when my father was 35· Although he He continued with the Canadian that speak it themselves, then I'd en­ Live in one of Canada's best cities (Money Sense Magazine) spoke the language he was brought way ofliving outside his home and courage you to stick with it and per­ Graduate studies can be fully financed by scholarships, awards up with towards me, I had always went back to Italian inside his home. haps one day surprise them. and other funding answered him in English. I guess that Canadian way took The looks of happiness my whole Master's or Doctoral graduates can earn up to 50% more income As I look back on it now, it seems its stance in his life as the dominant family gives me really shows me that than graduates with a Bachelor's degree strange to me why I had never culture to which he would live the I'm making them proud - and that learned to speak Italian. rest of his life. I made the right decision to pursue www.uoguelph.ca/graduatestudies When I looked around on Sunday Seeing myself. and my other my cultural heritage. 20 • THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13, 2011

Opinion Editor Joseph McNinch-Pazzano OPINION [email protected] Point • Counter-point: Safe injection sites

The Supreme Court of Canada recently ruled against attempts to close safe injection sites. Alex Reinhart agrees with the court's decision while Hayden Starczala takes issue with it. Which side are you on?

Conservative's crusade against safe occurrence amongst drug users. on the streets. sites will argue that they do little to injection. Safe injection facilities provide Finally, safe injection sites benefit help drug users and simply facilitate Now you may be asking your­ trained professionals who know the taxpayers. Many people would drug users. self, why would the government al­ how to deal with such cases. In the argue that taxpayers are simply sub­ This is misguided. In 2007, the low money to be spent on a super­ over 1,500 overdose cases occurring sidizing drug use and that this is a Vancouver facility collaborated with vised injection system? The answer on Insite's watch, there have been waste of money. This argument is a nearby detox facility. In 2010, this is surprisingly simple. Supervised no deaths. incredibly short sighted. While there clinic provided nearly soo drug us­ ALEX REINHART injection sites help everyone: the Thirdly, safe injection sites ben­ is a portion of the healthcare bud­ ers with the necessary treatment to OPINION COLUMNIST drug users, those in the surrounding efit those in the surrounding com­ get which goes towards safe injec­ kick the habit, providing them with community and taxpayers. munity. By getting drug use off the tion sites, in reality it is a small price a new chance at life. Supervised injection sites are ben­ Firstly, safe injection sites provide streets, these sites remove needles to pay. In addition to this, another s,ooo eficial to both those who use them, drug users with security. These sites and other dangerous paraphernalia The purchase of a needle is rela­ referrals were made to other various as well as the communities in which provide clean, sterilized needles and from public view. tively little, whereas the treatment social and health agencies. they reside. The Supreme Court of pipes for users. In doing so, these It also seeks to decrease the prev­ for blood transmitted diseases costs There seems to be a sentiment Canada recently ruled against the centres help to eliminate the spread alence of"street-drug culture:' By taxpayers much more. amongst the Conservatives that Conservative government's attempt ofHIV and other blood-transmitted taking drug addicts into centres like In the long term, safe injection punishment is the right way to deal to close Vancouver's supervised in­ diseases. Insite, trained professionals can fo­ sites are a preventative measure, not with drug users - that punitive jection site, providing an extraordi­ Secondly, safe injection sites save cus on rehabilitation, ensuring that a burden. measures outweigh rehabilitative nary victory for the continued use of lives as overdoses are a common these addicts are not spending time Those who oppose safe injection ones. Still, I'm not willing to give up these facilities. on these Canadians. The issue of supervised injections I would rather pay more taxes to facilities has been largely debated help them shed their drug habits in in recent years. First instituted un­ a safe way instead of increasing the der the Liberal government in 2003, probability that they will die a slow, Vancouver's facility (the only one painful death from HIV. of its kind in North America) was The verdict handed down from exempt from federal drug laws. In the Supreme Court should be ames­ 2008, the Conservative govern­ sage to all provinces stating that su­ ment initiated attempts to close the pervised injection clinics are benefi­ site. Despite their efforts, the Brit­ cial to everyone. ish Columbia Supreme Court and I hope cities like Toronto and the British Columbia Court of Ap­ Montreal take advantage of this peal ruled in favour of the facility. verdict and quickly open additional The ruling by the Supreme Court clinics for the good of the users, the of Canada has, for now, ended the community and the taxpayers.

to ask wny iliey support some forms of accommodation but not others. Finally, those who think that In­ site's controversial program has been effective based on the reports STEPHANIE TROUNG GRAPHICS ART1ST cited by the Supreme Court should note that such studies are not uni­ HAYDEN STARCZALA versally accepted. REAL Women OPINIO N COLUMN IST grounds that it is safer than unsu­ endorsement of safe injection sites given serious consideration on the of Canada and the Drug Prevention pervised injections. could have negative consequences grounds that it will ensure that ad­ Network critiqued a study done by When the Supreme Court ruled in While taking a shot of heroin for the rest of Canada since similar diets have safer heroin. supporters oflnsite that claimed favour oflnsite on Sept. 30, it chose under medical supervision is saf- facilities may begin to open out­ If it is legitimate for lnsite, which that deaths caused by overdose de­ to favour a misguided approach to er than doing so unsupervised, it side of Vancouver. Doing so could receives funding from the provincial creased by over one-third between helping those with addiction. I ap­ should not be encouraged. Instead attract more addicts and crime to government in British-Columbia, to 2001 and 2007. predate the fact that the court was of turning a blind eye while addicts those cities hosting injection sites provide the means with which one The critique, however, exposed trying to do what was best for ad­ feed their addictions, we should ac­ - a fear that some local authorities, can inject heroin (such as needles that in 2001, there was an unusually diets, but the decision is not benefi­ tually do something about it, such as such as Ottawa's police chief, have and facilities), why stop them from high amount of heroin in Vancou­ cial in caring for heroin addicts. using the criminal court system to expressed. giving addicts the substance they ver and that there was an increase For the addict, assistance is force them to detoxify and seek fur­ Furthermore, people may begin want to inject? in deaths caused by overdose be­ needed to get off of heroin and stay ther treatment. As Canadian lawyer to take the philosophy of accommo­ If risk reduction justifies the way tween 2002 and 2007 (Insite opened clean. Some of the services available Gwen Landolt has noted, Sweden's dating addicts for their safety to its Insite accommodates addicts now, in 2003). This raises questions as to from Insite do offer these things, but courts force addicts to undergo logical extreme by providing heroin then there seems to be little rea- how much of a role Insite actually these services were not being chal­ treatment and their program has to them. son to suppose that it would be played in reducing overdose deaths. lenged by the government. Rather, been successful in minimizing drug­ This may seem unlikely, but after wrong for them to provide untainted The Supreme Court has adopted the government was trying to en­ related problems in society. Imitat­ the Supreme Court decision, Dr. Ju­ heroin. a false sense of compassion and is force a pre-existing law that would ing the Swedes might be a better lio Montaner, director of the British All supporters of Insite who rec­ using it to support a program that forbid Insite from allowing addicts proposition than just letting people Columbia Centre for Excellence in ognize that it is wrong for the gov­ does not care for addicts but one to shoot heroin on their premises, do their drugs. HIVI AIDS, remarked that a program ernment to allow, or even subsidize, that is actually destructive to Cana­ a program that Insite uses on the The Supreme Court's of heroin distribution ought to be heroin distribution to addicts, ought dian communities.

Think Arts VIDEO CONTEST THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13. 2011 OPINION • 21 Religion no substitute for reason

Dale and Shannon Hickman sparked controversy when they decided against bringing their sick baby to the hospital, opting instead to pray for him at home. James Formosa argues that this is a prime example of why freedom of belief is an illusion. You know what yanks my Cord ...

The Hickmans, for example, be­ science. ... religious fanatics. lieved in the power of prayer and ===,,=== While they are free to believe in I know. I know. There are plenty followed the doctrine of their church Reason and evidence are whatever they wish, they failed to of nice,liberal-minded religious which abhorred any and all forms of consider the ultimate well-being of people out there. This is not about modem medicine. the only adequate tools their child. them. This is about the people who These two beliefs - of the effica­ Sure, they were convicted for cry offence when they don't get cy of prayer in concert with rejecting each of us has at our their crime of negligence, but truly things their way. Freedom of reli­ JAMES FORMOSA medical science - proved to be a their greatest crime was that of wil­ gion only seems to apply when it's OPINION COLUMNIST tragic and deadly combination. disposal for determin­ ful ignorance which developed to a their religion, which is of course the On the one hand, the power of deadly level. one true religion. Ifyou've ever had prayer has never been categorically ing what is really true They made their choice with the a debate with these religious fas­ The case of Dale and Shannon Hick­ demonstrated- even organiza­ same knowledge any other person cists, you know what I am talking man is a tragically relevant example tions like the Templeton Foundation in the world; blind faith living in the 21st century has about about. of the results of unsubstantiated which have tried to scientifically the effectiveness of medical science; There is no other legitimate point beliefs being carried out to severely prove that prayer works (to support amounts to a rejection they rejected reason and evidence in of view other than their own be­ unfortunate conclusions. In 2009, their own religious bias) have re­ favour of blind faith. cause they have God on their side. Shannon gave birth to a three­ peatedly discovered that praying for of intellectual honesty Reason and evidence are the only And not surprisingly God seems to pound baby boy at their Oregon someone's healing is just about as adequate tools each of us has at our agree with everything they believe home. While they both thought he effective as doing nothing at all. and reason in favour of disposal for determining what is re­ in. It's not just they who hate "the looked healthy, his condition took In contrast, the benefits of the ally true in this world; blind faith gays:' God hates them too. Though, a tum for the worst. Instead of tak­ last few centuries of advancements choosing what you want amounts to a rejection of intellec­ they would probably phrase it as ing him to a hospital, Dale held him in medical science are so powerful tual honesty and reason in favour of hating the sinful gay lifestyle that and prayed for him. The baby died and varied that they could never be to be true on a whim. choosing what you want to be true gays choose. Nevertheless, I think at home. properly summed up in this article on a whim. there may be some ambiguity in The Hickmans did not escape jus­ - that is, the efficacy of medical Canada should set an example who made whom in whose image. tice per se; they have been convicted science is demonstrable. for the United States here: that we But, then again there is a lot of of manslaughter for an astonishing The Hickmans' child could have no longer let the unfounded (and cherry-picking or should I say in­ level of negligence. Unfortunately lived but he died due to complica­ dangerous) religious superstition of terpretation of scripture that goes this is only one of several similar tions that have regularly been treat­ parents get in the way of saving the on. They have an interesting mix­ cases to have appeared in recent ed at hospital at a nearly 100 per lives of their children. and-match approach to their beliefs. years; all stand as a clear testament cent rate of success. We value their right to live much Unfortunately, that sort of relativ­ not only to the illusion that is "free­ The Hickmans can never escape more highly than the right of their ism runs into problems. The result dom of belief.' but to its moral re­ the consequences of their beliefs parents to impose their unreason­ is that hypocrisy gets taken to new pugnance as well. now; they let their child die when he potential for causing undue harm able beliefs upon others. levels. They are against abortion When I say that we do not have could easily have been treated in a and misery to others (especially to If being free to believe anything because they believe oh so much in unrestricted "freedom" of belief, I hospital and they must have known innocents) is simply too great. I you want about the nature of reality the sanctity oflife. But, on the oth­ should care to explain that we are that modem medicine works. They have no doubts that the Hickmans (in spite of evidence to the contrary) er hand they are so riled up for the never "free" from the consequences just thought that prayer was better. sincerely believed in what they were means that your beliefs will lead to death penalty that you'd think they of our beliefs. Our beliefs inform I think it should be clear just how doing on that day when they re­ self-harm or the harming of others, would volunteer to be the execution­ our actions and our most sincere wrong they were. jected a medical approach to saving then you should absolutely not be er. Don't be fooled. These religious beliefs about the nature of real- In this world we are not abso­ their son. free to believe whatever you choose fanatics don't believe in God. They ity. They will lead to either human lutely free to believe whatever we They put their religion above on faith. want to be God. Their faith is not a flourishing, if true, or a much more want precisely for the kinds of con­ common sense, their belief in God And r think that would be a damn private affair - it's a political tool. tragic outcome, if false. sequences described above. The above a belief in proven medical good thing, for all our sakes. -Andrew Chai

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Sports Editor Kevin Campbell SPORTS kcampbell@thecord .ca Stumbling out of the gate SHAYNE MCKAY and the game winner with just over CORD SPORTS two minutes left in the third frame to secure the 5-4 win. A leftover bitter taste from their 1-3 A brief fight with 1:2 sleft con­ pre-season record had the Wilfrid eluded what was an intense game Laurier Golden Hawks' men's hock­ between the two teams. ey team (o-2-o) pumped and ready Ryan Daniels still managed to to go for their season opening game come away with 31 saves and is against the Nipissing Lakers on Oct. showing promise towards another 7 at the Waterloo Memorial Recre­ outstanding year. ational Complex. "If it wasn't for Daniels, the score But it couldn't save them from could've been a lot worse;' said their first defeat, a s-4loss to the manager and head coach Greg Pu­ Lakers followed by a 3-1 loss to the halski. "We're not happy with our Ottawa Gee-Gees on Saturday. competitiveness right now and Friday's game got off to a fast­ the way we were playing;' added paced start with both teams com­ Puhalski. ing out aggressively. Four penalties "We need to string together some against Nipissing in the first period good practices for next week and gave Laurier two separate two-man get back to basics doing the simple TREVOR MAHONEY LAURIER ATHLrTICS advantages leading to a goal by Kain things wen:· Hawks' goalie Ryan Daniels misses a shot versus Nipissing Friday. Allicock. Laurier was also outshot 36 to 23 Early in the second, forward and finished with a dismal1-9 on our own rink and that is something After coming in strong for the Mitch Lebar received a beautiful the power play. we will have to address:' first period for the second game in pass from Mitchell Good on a two­ James Marsden and Kain Allicock Despite their powerful open- a row, Laurier also failed to secure on -one rush to net his first goal as a both finished the game with a goal ing, the Golden Hawks just couldn't a win against the Ottawa Gee-Gees Hawk. James Marsden followed up and assist to take the lead on the hold on to that fire for the rest of the on Saturday. less than a minute later to give the Golden Hawks' offence. game. The team will hope to change Golden Hawks a three-goallead. Puhalski also added, "It wasn't The team will look to reduce turn­ their fortunes during their next two But by this point, a spark ignited a good start and we've got a lot of overs and take better advantage of road games in Quebec against Uni­ in Nipissing, as they scored four un­ work to do. Two teams outshot us, the power play as the regular season versite du Quebec aTrois-Rivieres answered goals in the second period outworked us and outhustled us on is now underway. Friday and Concordia Saturday.

but lost to Western last Saturday Men's rugby moves to 2-3 league-leading Brock Badgers in the Sports in brief and Sunday. The team's record sits The Waterloo Warriors men's rugby OUA semi-finals at 3 p.m. on Friday ===== at6-3. team lost to the 15-14 to the Golden at Bechtel Park. Men's Soccer revives record Hawks on Friday. The Hawks host The Laurier men's squad beat West­ RMC on Sunday at 1 p.m. ern 2 -1 and UOIT 4 -1last week to improve their record to 4-5-3. They Women's ru~by fails to Women's hockey starts 2-0 sit in the sixth and final playoff spot. make playoffs Rachel Hamilton stopped every Laurier's women's rugby team con­ Baseball Hawks end season shot but one in both Laurier's 2-1 cluded their season with a 44 -o loss with3wins win over Western and 4-1 win over to Brock and finish o-5 on the year. Laurier's boys of summer defeated Windsor. Caitlin Muirhead and Successful lacrosse weekend The team hasn't made the post-sea­ McMaster twice last weekend and Laura Brooker each had two goals to Laurier's women's lacrosse team de­ son since 2005 when they lost in the rounded out the season with an n-6 start the year. Vanessa Schabkar and feated Toronto, Queen's and UOIT, quarterfinals to the Brock Badgers. win over Queen's. They now face the Abby Raiunsberry added singles.

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SHELBY BLACKLEY CORD SPORTS The minute Emily Brown joined the Laurier Golden Hawks worn­ en's soccer team, she immedi­ ately felt the desire for a national championship. "[The team] got second at nation­ als last year which is a bit of a dis­ appointment, but they wanted it so bad and they've passed on the fire to us:' Brown, a first-year business stu­ dent, has been playing soccer since the age offour, and continues to make it an important part of her life. As a rookie, she has already tallied eight goals in ten games, and was dominated opponents, controlling hungry, they should be able to end named OUA Athlete of the Week in the line of scrimmage and allowing the league's longest active playoff September. just three sacks on Fitzpatrick. This drought. "I was honoured to be named group of relative unknowns is the Best and Brightest: Only two Athlete of the Week;' Brown ex­ reason that the Bills' offensive suc­ teams remain undefeated in the NFL plained. "I feel like I've been receiv­ cess should continue all season, es­ and they play out of the same divi­ ing all this credit, but it takes ten pecially when the snow starts to fall sion. The Green Bay Packers and other girls to get the ball up to me:' ERIC THOMPSON in Buffalo. surprising Detroit Lions both sit at "I don't think the other [girls] in Canada so it's kind of the perfect CORD SPORTS On the defensive side of the ball, s-o. However, the two teams' first get credited enough. Just because combination for me:' the Bills' defence hasn't been per­ meeting isn't until week 12. Though I finish does not make me the best She also enjoys the ability to play The Bills have shocked the football fect. But led by safety George Wil­ it's unlikely it will be a battle of the player:' where she grew up. world so far, opening the year 4-1. son, this unit has made big plays at undefeated, it will be hard to not Despite the excessive workload The sharp forward has recorded Still, it would be easy to dismiss big moments. Their aggressive style skip class for that Thursday after­ from her program, Brown continues 26 shots in ten games, leading her the fantastic start the Bills have had has led to a league leading 16 take­ noon match up. to balance her love of soccer with team in that statistic. She is tied for to the season. aways through five games. her academics. At times, Brown most goals with second -year for­ This team, for the last decade, has The Bills have had issues with finds it challenging, but loves the re­ ward Krista Cellucci, which also defined failure with only one win­ getting quarterbacks to the ground, ward of a dominating team. places her second in the Ontario ning season and zero playoff ap­ averaging just one sack a game. But She also emphasized the chemis­ University Athletics (OUA) stand­ pearances since 1999. if veterans like Shawne Merriman try found from the undefeated Lau­ ings, one behind the league leader. In fact in 2008, the Bills started and Chris Kelsay can find their old rier squad. The CIS top-ranked Laurier team the year s-1 before finishing 7-9· form, this defence will truly give op­ "When I came in they were al­ heads into the final four games of What makes this season posing offences a headache. ready so strong and working so well their season before the playoffs be­ different? Chan Gailey's team is looking and I felt the pressure to make it gin. Brown sees the opportunity for For starters, the Bills boast one of great right now. Last year's playoff work, but they made it so easy:• a championship, but respects the the league's top offences. Running teams like the Steelers and Jets are Although Brown loves playing as work that will come with it. back Fred Jackson has been a stud, surrounded by questions, so there a Golden Hawk, her decision to at­ "We're really buckling down. We helping the team rank fourth in both appears to be wildcard spots open. tend Laurier was well thought-out. know we need to work hard to get rushing and points-scored. Quar­ The Bills favourable schedule in­ "I took a lot of time looking at dif­ into OUAs and then to nationals, terback Ryan Fitzpatrick has been a cludes games against the Dolphins ferent schools and looking at differ­ which is ultimately where we want true leader, making clutch plays and (twice), Jets (twice), Broncos, Ti­ ent options ... I'm from Waterloo so to be:· limiting turnovers. tans, Cowboys, Redskins and a week of course Laurier was always on the "It's really important to focus on But the true strength of this of­ 17 match that could feature the Pa­ top of my list. r m in business and each game and take it one at a time fence is in the trenches. The Bills' triots' backups. it's one of the best business schools instead of [looking] so far away:' offensive line has physically If the Bills remain focused and THE CORD • THURSDAY OCTOBER 13. 2011 ====SPORTS • 24 Hawks prevail in battle of Waterloo

KEVIN CAMPBELL prognosticators had them pegged I Kelly's offence has been firing on SPORTS EDI OR I for at the start of the year. all cylinders after firing blanks for Quarterback Shane Kelly leads their school's tumultuous three­ It seems, finally, that the dark days the nation in yards gained with game losing streak that had students of the season are well behind the 1,902 and 20 touchdowns in six and alumni in a frenzy. Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks. games. But Jeffries never swayed from his And good riddance, says head Before his injury, Anton Bennett message, the team will find itself, coach Gary Jeffries. emerged as the team's threat at tail­ and it will find itself in time. "We just wanted to execute," said back, rushing for 280 yards in five The Hawks find themselves in the coach. "That's the best running games. sixth-place in the Ontario Uni­ performance we've had this year Shamawd Chambers has 486 versity Athletics (OUA), and will by far and that bodes well for the yards receiving on 27 catches and try to take down the second-place future:' five touchdowns. McMaster Marauders (5-1) this Last Thursday's 69-3 demolition Mitchell Bosch, Sam Aird and Saturday. of the neighbouring Waterloo War­ Dan Bishop have led a rejuvenated But last week's victory didn't be­ riors (o-6) seemed to have been just defensive effort, which has limited longto those aforementioned vet­ what the doctor ordered for a team, its opponents to just 19 points in the erans, although Chambers and run­ which three weeks ago was ailing on Hawks' past two games. ningback Rashad La Touche found all fronts. And Dillon Heap, the record­ the end zone twice. Now, with two games remain­ breaking focal-point all year, has Retiring after three quarters ofla­ ing in the eight-game schedule, the evolved to become the heart of this bour, the first-stringers took to the Hawks (3-3) are looking more like team's leadership, special teams,and benches and the second-stringers the perennial contenders that the 1 offence. came out against a Waterloo team which had been completely shut down all game long. And the new kids were alright. First years Karsten Beney, Ash­ ROSALIE EID PH( Jf

Many people thought that their They sent Halladay to the mound Like the Phillies, they have home were unable to score a single run, pitching was to be one of the best and could not ask for more out of field advantage throughout the play­ with Ryan Howard being the final rotations seen in the majors in him. He pitched eight innings al­ offs, as Laurier will host the OUA out of the Phillies season. years, comparing them to the Oak­ lowing only one run. championships at Bechtel Park in While hopefully the baseball gods land.Ns now-famous trio of Barry Then the Phillies' struggles came Waterloo this upcoming weekend. give the Golden Hawks different Zito, Tim Hudson and Mark Mul­ into play as they were totally shut But unfortunately, also like the treatment, the Phillies are now left der, or the Braves' own trio of John down by Cardinals' ace Chris Car­ Phillies, they have offensive limi­ scratching their heads and are about CHRIS MANDER Smoltz, Tom Glavine and Greg penter, who pitched a complete tations and are at times unable to to embark on an off-season full of STAFF WRITER Maddux. game shutout. score runs. questions and potential changes. But there were concerns raised, Just like that, the Phillies promis­ The Golden Hawks do have of­ Laurier is not going to finish with Sometimes, university baseball can and those concerns proved to be ing season that saw them as a legiti­ fensive weapons i!lplayers like Ryan the most wins in the OUA and they eerily mirror the goings-on of the valid. Philadelphia lacked offensive mate World Series contender came Panas and freshman standout Dar­ will not be playing a best-of-five major leagues. The Wilfrid Laurier consistency, and players like Jimmy to an end. nell Duckett, but the team is not able series in the playoffs, as the tourna­ Golden Hawks and the Philadel­ Rollins were past their prime, while Laurier's baseball team shares to generate runs when they need ment format is double-elimination. phia Phillies are two such teams that perennial-home-run hitter Ryan some similarities with the Phillies. them most. But the Hawks will face a similar share a few uncanny idiosyncrasies. Howard continued to strikeout too Those who follow the Ontario On a game-by-game basis, the problem that the Phillies did in their Coming into the Major League much. University Athletics {OUA) know Golden Hawks often leave runners brief post-wseason stint. Baseball (MLB) season, there was These issues continued for most that coming into the 2011 season, on base and don't provide the nec­ Laurier will get good starting no team more highly touted than the of the season but the Phillies still the Golden Hawks were one of the essary run support for their starter. pitching and will limit their oppo­ Phillies. managed to win a major league-best favoured teams to win the entire Then when they the team is down to nent's offence; they've done so all They had the best pitching staff in 102 games while running away with league and move on to nationals. its final out, the hitters are incapable season. The concern is if they can baseball, led by reigning Cy Young the National League East division Like the Phillies, they have strong of finding the run required. capitalize on their strong pitching winner Roy Halladay and prized free title mainly behind the arms of their pitching, with a legitimate staff ace The Phillies were the same. Game and win low scoring games, requir­ agent Cliff Lee. starting pitchers. in the form of Brett Van Pelt. The five was a prime example of this, as ing the clutch hits when the oppor­ The Phillies also boasted former But a microcosm of the Phillies rest of their rotation is also im­ they were down by only a run in the tunity comes. Cy Young winner Roy Oswalt and struggles came in game five of their pressive, with the likes of first-year bottom of the ninth inning, and with The Phillies were unable to do former World Series most valuable first-round series against the St. Jordan Patruska and veteran Jack some of their franchise's best offen­ so, but the Hawks may just have the player, Cole Hamels. Louis Cardinals this past Friday. Malone. sive weapons up at the plate, they necessary tools to pull it off.

Who will dethrone the Bruins next June? The Cord's sports staff takes their pick over who will capture Lord Stanley's mug at the conclusion of the 2011-2012 season. Can Boston pull off the ra re repeat or will a new team triumph next summer? ... _,

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