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A SIGN FOR A SHINE Adeline Zhang, left, and Wendy Wu advertise for customers during Shinerama on Saturday Sept. 26. Students across the country put the fundraiser on every year, with the money raised going to support research into cystic fibrosis.

Photo by Ashley Urban 2 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 NEWS&FEATURES No smoke, no sweat nait’s new non-smoking policy a success

“It’s really not that big of a deal,” said Curtis Dixon, a second-year NAIT student. “Most of the places that people smoked weren’t on the NAIT campus anyway, and if it was, they have to walk an extra 10 feet. It hasn’t changed anything so I don’t really see the point, but it doesn’t bother me.” I asked Curtis if this would change for him in the winter, and he replied, “I don’t plan on being a smoker in the winter, so I’m not concerned.” MacKENZIE MARSHALL Other students echoed Curtis’s statements. I spoke with Issues Editor a group of smokers outside of the V-Building who all said We’re a month into school, and so far, the smoking ban they’ve seen the peace officers, but they haven’t spoken with has been going smoothly. We all know about the smoking them because they haven’t had to. They added it’s not hard ban. We’ve had it beaten into our heads over and over. From to follow the rule. the research that I’ve done, the effect has been minimal on One thing I’ve found curious is that if the goal of the students and staff. smoking ban is to make campus healthier, why doesn’t NAIT I spoke with Donovan Francis from Corporate Commu- remove pop, candy machines, and deep fried food from cam- nications, who told me that the ban has been going very well. pus. Francis replied by saying, “The smoke free campus pol- Students, staff and the public have been very receptive of the icy was developed by the NAIT Board of Governors specifi- policy. As of this past Monday, no smoking tickets have been cally to address the matter of smoking in the Institute’s build- issued on any of NAIT’s campuses. I spoke to some students ings, vehicles or any other NAIT property. Any concerns who said they’ve all “heard” of someone who’s been caught, about food and beverages served on campus would have to but at this point it’s all rumours. be raised with the Board of Governors,” he said. It’s also been easy going with property owners and busi- “However, we have endeavoured to ensure that there nesses around NAIT. Francis said that some concerns were are healthy food choices for people on campus. We are con- raised after the policy had taken effect. The concerns were cerned about the health of all students, staff and guests on addressed quickly, and people have been very co-operative campus. Smoking was particularly targeted because of the and have moved when asked. NAIT is also keeping in touch impact of second-hand smoke on all people and challenges with property owners and businesses to make sure they keep with cigarette butts for custodial staff and people in wheel a positive working relationship. chairs.” For NAIT, it’s been smooth sailing, and for students, it’s Sounds like the drama of the smoking ban has gone up Photo by Tami Paul been easy too. in smoke. Smokers appear to be getting used to puffing off campus. Cultural insight By RYAN FLAHERTY – to show that student success is based on being all- The sights and sounds of Canada’s Aboriginal inclusive to everybody.” peoples were seen and heard throughout the NAIT Monday’s event kick-off, held at the HP Centre, campus last week, as Aboriginal Awareness Week featured a pancake breakfast and a tipi raising led was in full swing. by Elder Walter Bonaise. On Tuesday, Inuit customs Hosted by the EnCana Aboriginal Student Cen- and traditions were the focus. Participants learned tre, the week-long event was designed to share a about throat singing, drum dancing and a number snapshot of Aboriginal culture with the NAIT com- of Inuit games, including leg wrestling and mouth munity. Highlights included a tipi raising, various pulling. As the Inuit culture was a specific focus of guest speakers, musical performances, demonstra- this year’s event, Thunder was quite pleased with tions of sports and recreational activities and, of the response. course, delicious traditional dishes. Derek Thun- “It was very successful and got a lot of media der, a student adviser with the Centre and one of the coverage – not just on campus but across the city as principal planners of the event, says it was an oppor- well,” he said. tunity for both staff and students to learn more about First Nations people were the focus of Wednes- the numerous distinct cultures within the Aboriginal day’s activities, which included demonstrations of community. moccasin making, traditional drumming and danc- “It was learning for everybody involved,” he ing. Thursday was dedicated to Métis culture. Guest said. “It was interesting because we (Métis, Inuit speakers led teachings on the formation of the Métis and First Nations) and are all encompassed as one settlements, the Michaif language and history, and under the term Aboriginal. When we learn about the Métis Youth Network. The day wrapped up with each other and come together as a group, we realize fiddling, guitar and jigging demos. The week con- that there’s so much that we were not aware of.” cluded with an open schedule of interactive activi- Thunder also stressed the fact that the week was ties intended to get everyone participating actively Photo by Raymond Ip designed to share the various aspects of Aborig- in the event rather than simply observing. Walter Bonaise, who is a designated elder for Aboriginal students inal life with everyone, regardless of cultural Overall, Thunder feels the event was “a huge at NAIT, took part in Aboriginal Awareness Week with stories and background. success,” and planning on next year’s events talks on Aboriginal history and culture. He also narrated videos on “What we wanted to focus on was inclusion for will begin shortly, with a focus on First Nations dancing, drumming and singing. all students on campus, not just Aboriginal students people. Thursday, October 1, 2009 news and features The Nugget 3

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Photo by Jenna Turner [email protected] Entertainment Editor Colleen Nuc [email protected] Assistant Ent. Editor H1N1 plan in place Kathy Le [email protected] By MACKENZIE MARSHALL cover your sneezes and wash your hands as much as possible.” Issues Editor Issues Editor If you do start to feel any flu-like symptoms, it’s best to stay clear of MacKenzie Marshall H1N1 is all over the news right now, and hopefully you’ve taken a other people. [email protected] look at NAIT’s pandemic plan so it’s not all over you. Released last week, “Right now, we’re asking people to stay home and Alberta Health Ser- the pandemic plan is a step-by-step guide for the prevention of H1N1. vices is echoing those statements. Let your program director know and stay Assistant Issues Editor Lawrence LeMesurier, manager of Occupational home. This way, we’ll hopefully be able to prevent Brittany Black Health & Safety NAIT, hopes that all of NAIT’s an outbreak around campus,” said LeMesurier. [email protected] H1N1 staff and students will take a look at the pandemic It does seem like a lot is going on for the Photo Editor plan and understand the severity of the situation. flu, but it’s more serious than most people think Raymond Ip “H1N1 is a serious threat to the whole commu- because of its unpredictability. [email protected] nity,” LeMesurier said. “The World Health Orga- “It’s a new strain, and it hasn’t been in humans Production Manager nization has it declared as a Level 6, and right now before. There’s a bit of a concern on how it will Frank MacKay Alberta Health Services is at Level 0. The threat is go. We do know it’s spreading rapidly, but it could there for the NAIT community because it spreads change over time,” added LeMesurier. [email protected] so fast, much like the seasonal flu.” It looks as though there will be a vaccine avail- For advertising, call 471-8866 H1N1 is dangerous because it spreads through able sometime in November and LeMesurier rec- or e-mail: [email protected] droplet transmission. ommends that everyone get the shot. “Droplet transmission is anything from coughing “Everybody should get the H1N1 shot, if it comes Submissions encouraged: or sneezing, anything that comes out of you in terms in November. I’ve heard that there will be enough [email protected] of a droplet can spread H1N1,” said LeMesurier. vaccine for everyone in Canada, so get the shot.” bengalunderattack.blogspot.com The deadline is noon on the last Since H1N1 spreads through droplets and it Even if H1N1 does spread, we probably won’t school day of the week. (All sub- isn’t airborne, wearing a mask to protect you is pretty much useless. be getting any time off school. missions must include your name “A mask wouldn’t do much because most times people don’t wear them “At this point we’re not focused on school closure, we’re focused on and student ID number.) properly. Also someone could touch a surface with a droplet on it, and then infection control. There could be some extenuating circumstances where The opinions expressed by contribu- touch the mask, making it useless.” the City of Edmonton or Alberta Health Services could actually close the tors to the Nugget are not necessarily The best way to prevent H1N1 is pretty simple. school, but we’re not looking at that,” said LeMesurier. shared by NAIT officials, NAITSA or “Just practise proper respiratory etiquette. Cough into your sleeve, For details of the plan and any updates, see the link at nait.ca. elected school representatives. Come one, come all Letters there to answer any questions and to offer any needed showcases, like “pet first aid” where you learn how to We want your views information about NAIT. handle an injured pet, or “inside the broadcast studio” Is something bugging you Open house isn’t just for prospective students where you can drop in to one of our high-tech radio about NAIT or the rest of the either. With the way the economy is going, per- and television studios to see how commercials are world? Do you have some praise haps you should just consider staying in school. made. You can even try voicing your own radio spot. to dish out about the school or life Come browse through the other programs offered at “I went to open house last year. It’s the reason I in general? NAIT, and maybe you’ll find something worth stay- came to NAIT. It was a great opportunity to find out Get those thoughts into print. ing another few years for. Heck, if I’m not offered a more about my program of interest,” says Michael Keep them short and to the BRITTANY BLACK media job by next September, I’m coming back to the van Nieuwenhuyze, a former Heavy Duty Mechan- point. No more than 100 words. Hell, we’re a newspaper not an Assistant Issues Editor Retail Meat Cutting program. ics student. encyclopedia. Give us a break! NAIT’s annual open house is taking place Oct. “It’s really great having so many different pro- So, current or prospective students, come Submit your letters with your 2-3 (tomorrow and Saturday). So, if you have any grams out, says NAITSA President Geoff Tate. “We experience the learning environment that sets real name and phone number to: family members or friends who are in the midst of have a lot of interesting classes that many people NAIT apart from other post-secondary institu- [email protected]. deciding what to do with their life, then tell them don’t know about ... like Forestry or Graphic Design. tions. Also, if you’re a sports fan, don’t forget to Don’t sweat it. We won’t publish about this weekend! There’s a chance you will be interested in something check out NAIT’s Athletic office, and you can your phone number, but we do It is going to be a great opportunity for prospec- you hadn’t even thought of. And if you’re a current cap off your open house by supporting our Ooks’ need to list your real name. tive students to ask questions about potential pro- student, it’s always fun to find out what everybody women’s hockey team in a game against Assini- It’s all good. Getting something grams. You’ll be able to visit over 100 displays and else is doing.” boine College at 7 p.m. on Friday night. For more off your chest is downright thera- interactive exhibits showcasing both full-time and The open house will be, like NAIT, very hands- information on NAIT’s open house, or to check peutic. Write us. apprenticeship programs. Students and faculty will be on. Feel free to bring family or friends to one of the out the session schedule, go to www.nait.ca. 4 The Nugget NEWS & features Thursday, October 1, 2009 TechTalk 2.0 Mirror, mirror ...

By LINDA HOANG taken, a recycle bin where accidentally deleted images can months, Samsung’s competitors will release their own new It’s off-angle, there are limbs, typically an arm or the top be restored and HD quality videos camera models featuring many of of a head cut off. You know the kind of picture I’m describ- can be recorded. these similar features, if not even ing. You’re guilty of having taken these one-arm-extended- The ST550’s rear LCD screen better ones, for the same price, or, outward, self-portraits yourself. But the world understands; also boasts one of the sharpest, by that time, a cheaper price. it’s hard taking pictures of yourself when the viewfinder is highest resolution image displays in All in all, Samsung promises facing the other way. the world. Now, since I don’t actu- the ST550 to be “twice the fun of Well, the people at Samsung have solved this problem ally have the camera myself to test any camera.” I think this could very with their latest, and dare I say greatest, Samsung Mirror out and look for potential flaws, the well be true. I also think that this ST550. The ST550 is the world’s first dual LCD camera that only downside to what otherwise revolutionary dual LCD and the comes with a small viewfinder on the front of the camera, seems like nothing short of fantas- ease it allows consumers to take Samsung Mirror ST550 along with a widescreen viewfinder on the back. Your Face- tic, is its cost. perfectly framed photos of them- book profile is never going to be same. The ST550 is selling for $399 at BestBuy, which is a lot selves, means the ST550 could also prove to be the world’s This 12.2-megapixel camera has a 27mm wide-angle lens considering many other non-dual LCD, 12-megapixel cam- vainest camera. with a 4.6x optical zoom. Other interesting features include eras can go for about $200 the “Child Mode,” where built-in cartoons play on the front less than that price. I’m sure LCD to capture a child’s attention while his or her picture is if you gave it a few more It’s time to run for the cure By Kathy Le of the proceeds will go towards the fundraiser. and Brieanna McCutcheon If you like hugs then don’t miss out on HUG COME ON OUT! Wear some pink, sport your DAY on Oct. 1. This is another great chance running shoes, grab a friend and join the mass of for the school population to make donations in other Edmontonians on Oct. 4 for an epic day of exchange for a hug. tears, sweat, laughter, remembrance and support. The physical part of the event is the 5K run It’s called The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or walk which means that anyone of all ages and CIBC Run for the Cure! Created in 1992 by a small fitness level can participate. group of volunteers who wanted to raise awareness “Many of our team members are training. and funds for the cause, the event has now evolved Our department even had a Learn to Run Clinic into the largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising with the Fitness and Weight Centre Supervisor, event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer Michelle Berg,” said Christianson. research, and education and awareness programs. This is definitely one of the benefits about Getting involved, with even the smallest coming together as a team and supporting each contribution, is extremely easy. Students and other. When asked about what the event means staff at NAIT have already formed a team, which to the team Christianson replied, “to raise money currently consists of 22 members. This dedi- for a great cause, getting active and while also cated group, named after the getting to know others at school, has participated in the NAIT.” event for the past five years. The current statistics “We just saw that we had shows that in 2009 an the potential to really make estimated 22,700 women an impact and be active.” in Canada will be diag- said Holley Christianson, creator of the team. nosed with breast cancer. The team has lead many fundraising events this “It’s interesting to note that it is not just a year in hopes to raise enough money to meet female disease; many males are also affected,” their astonishing $9,000 raised last year. Cur- said Christianson. An estimated 180 men in Can- rently they are at a close $6,000. Thus far, the ada will be diagnosed with breast cancer making team organized a “Pink Day” on Sept. 22, where up a little less than one per cent of all cases. with every pink drink sold that day Food Ser- Although this tragic disease is still present vices donated $2 to the team. In addition, dona- and affects at least one person we know, there is tion boxes were housed at various locations hope. Since 1999, the incidence of breast cancer around the school. If you’re into music, food in Canada has stabilized. Since 1986, the breast and good company, The Nest is also a contribu- cancer death rate has fallen by more than 30 per tor to the fundraiser. Currently, with every cup of cent and is currently the lowest it has been since coffee, pink pint of Coors Light and pink grape- 1950. Also, the survival rates for women with fruit coolers sold, $1 will be donated to the team. breast cancer have increased significantly since From Sept. 21 until Oct. 2 a ‘Pink Raffle’ will be the mid-1980s as a result of the advancement held at the Fitness and Weight Centre. in treatment and research. It is important that For $2 a ticket or $5 for three, guess the num- every person contribute as much as they can, so ber of jelly beans in the pink jar and enter your a breast cancer free future can become a reality. name in the draw. The winner will receive a gift Contact Holley Christianson for more infor- donated by the Bookstore and the jelly beans. All mation: [email protected] Thursday, October 1, 2009 The Nugget 5 opinion — Editorial — Elevating our manners very day at eight in the morning the Business Etower fills with students. For those of you that don’t know, the Business tower has nine different floors, including the basement. As you can Chris Carmichael-POWELL imagine, this creates a lot of Editor-in-Chief congestion on the four elevators that are available. This brings me to the topic of this week’s editorial, elevator etiquette. I don’t understand why people find the need to take the elevator up one or two floors. Really, do you think that’s necessary? Just in case you’re unsure of the correct answer to this question, let me help you out – no, it’s not necessary. One floor in the Business tower consists of 24 steps – are you going to tell me you can’t walk up 24 steps to the next floor? I’m sorry, but that’s sad. In a 2004 report, Statistics Canada stated that 23.1 per cent of Canadians over the age of 18 are obese. Yes that’s right, obese. Not a little large, not plump, not hefty … obese. That’s an estimated 5.5 million adults. It gets worse. In addition to the 5.5 million obese Canadians, there are another 8.6 million Canadians that are overweight, that’s 36.1 per cent. That means 59.2 per cent of people in this country were overweight in some form or another in 2004. Perhaps walking up a few flights of stairs will do more help than harm. Are you kidding me? What’s even more frustrating than people using the elevator to go up one or two floors (and personally I think you should take the stairs unless you’re going more than five floors), are the people who take the elevator to go down a few floors instead of taking the stairs. Are you kidding me? Walking down stairs is nothing more than calculated falling. No exercise is needed. All you have to do is place one foot in front of the other, and I would argue it might even be easier than walking in a straight line. This is the prime example of being lazy, and we know where laziness gets us as a country (if you’re not sure, please see the stats above). I must admit, there are times when taking the elevator seems like the only option. Perhaps your leg hurts, or you’re sick. Maybe you take the stairs every other day and today you deserve a break. Fine, I understand, I’ve done it myself, but if the elevator is so full that if you get on, it requires touching another person, it means don’t get on, the elevator’s full. It doesn’t mean try to fit in all nice and snug (unless you’re incredibly good looking, then I can totally handle it). I have something I like to call my bubble – it’s the two-inch radius around my body that no one is to enter, unless permission is granted. When you squeeze yourself onto the obviously full elevator, you’re in my bubble. Get out. Your views are important Please let me get off We want to hear from you! The other thing that drives me crazy is how people seem to forget common courtesies when they get on an elevator. If I am stuck at the back of the eleva- Is something bugging you Submit your letters with your tor and it gets to my floor, please let me off. Do you think the doors are going to about NAIT or the rest of the real name and phone number instantly shut behind you and you’ll be stuck on that floor until the end of time? world? Do you have some to: [email protected]. Well if you do, calm down, I have good news. It’s all going to be OK. Simply put praise to dish out about the Don’t sweat it. We won’t your hand in the door and the elevator will stay right there. It’s almost like magic, school or life in general? Get publish your phone number, but not. Last but not least, if you see someone in a wheelchair trying to get on, let those thoughts into print. but we do need to list your him or her on first. They’re not able to use the stairs and need to get to class just as Keep them short and to real name. It’s all good. Get- quickly as you do. I can only imagine how frustrating it must be for them. the point. No more than 100 ting something off your chest All I’m trying to say is please be conscious of the choices you are making when words. We’re a newspaper, is downright therapeutic. you’re going from floor to floor. Sometimes elevators are not needed, and the sooner not an encyclopedia. Give us Trust us on that. people recognize this, the more enjoyable all of our elevator rides will be. a break! Write us. 6 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 SPORTS Golf team falls short representing the school. “It was a good group,” he said. “They all felt they could’ve shot better. It was one of those things where you just hope you’re sharp – we just weren’t as sharp.” The tournament took place at the Win- tergreen Golf and Country Club in Bragg By LANDON HOMMY Creek. Weather was a major factor as the Sports Editor wind gusted consistently all weekend amidst cooler temperatures, posing a tough chal- It wasn’t the result they wanted, but then lenge for the golfers. golf is never a sure thing. Mount Royal College took the title, with The NAIT men’s golf team finished fifth at a team score 30 strokes less than second- the ACAC Golf Championships last weekend, place MacEwan. MRC was considered the after winning the northern regionals the week favourite, in large part because Wintergreen before. They posted a two-day team score of could be considered their home course, since 674. their coach is also its head professional. NAIT photo A.J. Mark, Spencer Pukalo, Matt Blakely, Owchar was quick to point out that it NAIT Golf TEAM 2009 Tyler Dudley and Kyler Costucci were the five wasn’t much of an advantage. “Mount Royal Tanner Patterson, back left, Kyler Costucci, Isaac Baier and A.J. Mark, with coach Jules Owchar, front left, Spencer Pukalo, Tyler Dudley and Matt Blakely. members sent to represent NAIT. is always good,” he said. Head Coach Jules Owchar conceded that MacEwan won the women’s title, for Owchar concluded that overall the season the fact that the team posted similar scores to its the boys were disappointed, but he was proud which only three schools competed. NAIT did was a success. Considering the team didn’t predecessors is impressive. of the team’s effort, praising their attitude in not have a women’s team this season. have the usual turnout it has had in years past, Keep that in mind next year, golfers. The hockey season as I see it ockey is finally back! Tonight! It’s ton. I’m sure the Islanders will have fun in the 19 is the Edmonton Oilers. Call me bananas, but I’m going against the the fourth season since the lockout, games they win this season. Good for them. grain and taking them to win the division. Hand for the most part, the NHL is Pacific Division In the end, look for the Philadelphia Flyers to win the Stanley back to being a functional league. The salary San Jose will take the Pacific Division riding Cup, beating the Chicago Blackhawks in the final. cap has made hockey so much more competi- Dany Heatley’s 60 goals and Joe tive, and this season won’t be any different. Thornton’s 100 assists. The Ducks’ Here’s a look at how things should end up. young stars will put them in second Southeast Division place. Hopefully they’re not too Washington will run away with the South- tired from the epic battle with Ice- east Division, leaving Carolina and Tampa By MACKENZIE MARSHALL land this summer. The Stars made Bay to battle it out for a low playoff seed. If Issues Editor the best move this offseason by hir- Atlanta finds a goalie capable of stopping a ing coach Marc Crawford. They’ve beach ball from centre ice, they might be in the mix. Florida will run spared us from the worst commentator in the history of up their total to nine straight playoff-less years, but who cares? Hockey Night in Canada. We owe you one, Dallas. L.A. Northeast Division is young, and they’re on the up and up, but still not play- Pencil the Bruins in for back-to-back North- off ready. Phoenix just needs to stay the course so east Division titles. The other four spots are more they can move to Hamilton. unpredictable than a late ’90’s Theo Fleury. The Central Division Maple Leafs got a lot tougher, but will have a Most people like the Red Wings to repeat as harder time scoring than any guy at any NAIT champs in the suddenly competitive Central Divi- function. Buffalo and Montreal are both skilled, sion, but the Hawks will win the entire Conference. but they’re super soft, and as for the Senators, Their powerhouse offence will bail out sub-par per- only two words are needed: abandon ship. formances by Cristobal Huet. The Blues and the Atlantic Division Blue Jackets will be in the thick of things when it The Atlantic Division is the most intriguing. comes playoff time. Despite making the playoffs The Penguins’ biggest worry is going to be a Stanley Cup hangover, four years in a row, count the Predators out, and hope- but Sidney Crosby won’t let that happen. They’ll be in the mix all sea- fully out of Nashville too. son long. Jacques Lemaire is back behind the Devils bench. That’s Northwest Division like having a Porche 911 Turbo, but never going over 50 km/h. The Colorado is guaranteed to miss the playoffs. How Flyers are good. Scary good. Ray Emery is the wild card in Philly. If the mighty have fallen. Minnesota is like a car crash, you they get 06-07 “Sugar Ray” and 07-08 version, look for them in the don’t want to watch, but you can’t look away. The entire finals. Marian Gaborik will get hurt 13 games into the season, killing world has either Calgary or Vancouver winning the the Rangers’ chances at the playoffs. Add Glen Sather’s name to the Northwest, and you can’t go wrong with either pick. I list of “glory day” Oilers who suck everywhere except for Edmon- can tell you that the most unpredictable team in the NHL Thursday, October 1, 2009 SPORTS The Nugget 7 Give and Go

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Ichiro Suzuki recently recorded his ninth Hommy – Obama will lobby in Denmark Ichiro – Matador needs strength If only this guy didn’t join “the Bigs” consecutive 200-hit season – his NINTH. for Chicago’s bid to host the 2016 Summer Wisdom too, he displays both when he was 28, then we’d be reciting He’s only been in the league nine years. The Olympics. That has to have But can he sumo? something like: diminutive outfielder is a lock for the Hall Ichiro – Chi-town is pumped up Brittany Black – Lamar Odom weds Pete Rose most hits ever of Fame, possessing a Zen-like quality that Prez has other ideas Khloe Kardashian after only one month of Crushed by small man from Japan will allow him to play long enough to sur- Denmark’s health care plan dating. Something tells me it won’t work New all-time leader pass the 3,000-hit mark. Even MJ at a black- Binkowski – Texas Rangers’ infielder out. jack table can’t do that. So in honour of the Omar Vizquel wants to try bullfighting. Ichiro – Don’t watch NBA ------Japanese icon, I give you the Give and Go Even for a guy from Venezuela, that seems But yes I predict failure Tune into the Give and Go Show, Haiku Special. pretty bold. Khloe looks like groom. Sundays from 4-6 p.m. on nr92.com The week that was ... By CURTIS DIXON – He won his second FedEx Cup (which 1) Four Top 10 schools lose in NCAA has existed a mere three years), along with the football cool 10 million bucks that comes with it It was another upset filled week in a sea- – He’ll be a billionaire next year. Need I son that’s left football prognosticators scratch- say more? ing their heads in the U.S. The week’s major 3) Steelers fall to Bengals highlight certainly has to be the complete dis- How about this for a stat: Before Pitts- mantling of No. 6 California by Pac-10 rival burgh’s 23-20 defeat in Cincinnati Sunday, Ben Oregon, the final score being 42-3. Other Top Roethlisberger hadn’t lost a football game in 10 schools that suffered defeats this past week Ohio … ever. Looking past the fact that he’s include No. 4 Ole Miss, No. 9 Miami, and No. played two games in Ohio every NFL cam- 5 Penn State, which lost to a surging Iowa team paign (Cincinnati and Cleveland), this stat actu- that is really making some noise. ally goes back to college, in which he played 2) Tiger Woods wins the FedEx Cup for … an Ohio team! The question becomes is trendsupdates.com For all those thinking that Tiger isn’t the this just a Superbowl hangover? Or is this 1-2 Tiger Woods same Tiger for not winning a major in 2009, team really that much worse than a year ago? consider this: 4) Yankees Clinch Home-Field Bombers can sleep easy for the last days before gifted starting pitchers and solid bullpen, seven – He won six tournaments this year, twice Throughout the playoffs, as they have guaranteed them- 20 home run hitters, and one of the best statisti- as many as Steve Stricker (who finished second Like we didn’t see this coming. Still it needs selves home-field advantage right through to the cal defences in history, I think we’re looking at in the category) to be announced that the star-studded Bronx end, if they make it that far. But with the many championship No. 27 for the Yanks. Athletes of the week Athletes of the week Sept. 21-27 Sept. 14-20 Larissa Konyenbelt Kelly L’Heureux Soccer Soccer Larissa was great in both of the Ooks’ games this Kelly is a second-year Business student who plays past weekend. Despite not scoring in the 3-1 loss to right fullback for the Ooks. Coach M. P. Duxbury said Concordia on Saturday, coach M. P. Duxbury identi- that Kelly has played the right fullback position as fied Larissa as probably being the best player on the well as anyone can play it in the Ooks’ three games. field. The next day, the first-year striker led her team “She doesn’t miss her defensive assignments and is to a 6-0 victory over the Keyano Huskies by scoring able to provide width and attacking options for us,” three goals. Coach Duxbury added, “Not only did coach Duxbury added. Although the Ooks were on Larissa excel on the score sheet by scoring a hat the short end of a 1-0 score against MacEwan on trick, her stellar play has hopefully helped us turn the the weekend, Kelly was the Ooks’ most consistent corner”. player.

James Carr Thiago Silva Soccer Soccer Over the weekend, first-year standout James Carr Thiago has been dominant all year for the Ooks and lived up to expectations and was a dominant force against MacEwan was no exception. The midfielder as he anchored the NAIT defence. At six-foot-five, from Brazil led the Ooks’ attack with his ability to James is an imposing figure on the soccer pitch quickly distribute the ball and switch the field of and this past weekend he was a presence at both play. He also proved to be a force when he decided ends of the pitch. Defensively, James was solid and to penetrate with the ball and several times man- played with an edge that left attackers trying to avoid aged to carve his way through the entire central mid him and always had them worrying about where he of MacEwan to create his own scoring opportuni- was. He has the ability and aggression to make op- ties. The first-year Business Administration student position players play a little frightened, says coach scored NAIT’s first goal in the Ooks’ 2-0 victory and Jeff Paulus, and that is a real asset. was the team’s best player. 8 The Nugget SPORTS Thursday, October 1, 2009 FIFA – who’s in SINGLE OF By KITA MURU Europe/Union of European Football THE WEEK As we head toward the FIFA World Cup in South Associations (UEFA) Africa 2010, this will probably be the first of many Behold the stars of World Cup soccer. The Neth- reports highlighting the teams that have qualified for erlands, Spain and England have gone 8-0-0, easily the world’s biggest sporting event so far. clinching their way to South Africa: Africa/Confederation of African Football England coach Fabio Capello put the hammer on the (CAF) English WAG’s, prompting them to put the hammer on In Africa, favourites Ivory Coast and Croatia 5-1 – the very same Croatia that sent Eng- Ghana punched their tickets to South land packing in Euro 2008 qualifying and the Africa, although in two very different very same Croatia involved in the Paul Rob- ways. inson debacle. The Ghanaians have been tighter The Dutch, first to qualify for the World than a chastity belt, allowing Cup, have scored 17 goals while giving up nobody, not even soccer powerhouse just a measly two. Their last victory was Sudan, to score in their last game – 1-0 in Scotland thanks to Eljero Elia. thanks in large part to star Michael Spain is on the rebound after a morally Essien. crushing defeat at the hands of the United Ivory Coast, on the other hand, has lit up States (really? USA?) in the Confederations Cup opposing teams by 15 goals-for to three goals against, semi-final. They have managed to qualify by scoring 21 with their previous game being a 5-0 torching of goals while giving up two. Stars include Cesc Fabregas. Burkina Faso. Chelsea FC’s Didier Drogba notched South America/South two goals in that contest. American Football Confederation Asia/Asian Football (CONMEBOL) Confederation (AFC) Another star-studded conference, South America Group A was straightforward enough, with the has had two teams qualify for South Africa; one is newly inducted Aussies posting the best record (6-0- Paraguay, the other is Brazil (or the war-machine). 2), while Japan took second. Dunga’s side leapfrogged Chile into the sec- The real fireworks went off in Group B. South ond spot with a 1-0 victory over perennial favou- Korea went undefeated (4-0-4) to finish first, while rites Argentina. Argentina has had nothing going for their North Korean neighbours (yup, North Korea them lately and seem to be on the bubble in regards to has a soccer team) were tied with Saudi Arabia but head coach Diego Maradona. In fifth place with only escaped with the better goal difference. two games left, things don’t look good. Lionel Messi This forced the Saudis into a tie-breaker with hasn’t translated his club form to the national team, Group A’s third seed Bahrain for the fifth and final although there is no support for him either. WC spot. The first leg in Bahrain went scoreless, North America/ CONCACAF while the second leg in Saudi Arabia was a 2-2 tie, It’s going down to the wire as the USA holds a meaning Bahrain won on the away-goals rule. Now slim one point lead over Mexico, while Honduras and Bahrain has to take on New Zealand for the fifth and Costa Rico are on their heels with two games remain- final World Cup spot. ing for each team.

Photo by Raymond Ip Benjie Mataya Three words to describe yourself: Fun, Silly, HAWT! What do you look for in a girl?: I know it’s a cliché, but personality is first and foremost. What do you notice first about a girl?: I’m an ass- man. It doesn’t matter how big or small, it just has to be shapely. I can see your ass from the front, that’s how good I am. What is your favourite part of your body?: My thighs. What kind of music do you like?: Hip hop, R&B, soul, jazz and I’m recently getting into Rock ’n’ Roll. Boxers, Briefs or commando?: I like the boxer/brief hybrid, but if I’m not playing soccer or wearing baggy Interested students should pants, I like the natural flow. drop by the Avonair Mondays What are your hobbies?: NHL10 or any kind of video at 4:30 p.m. to sign up. game. I play soccer for NAIT and mix beats. What do you want to say to the women at NAIT?: It’s summertime all year round. Tank tops and skirts for life! You can contact Benjie at [email protected] Are you hot and single? Contact us at [email protected] Thursday, October 1, 2009 The Nugget 9

SOCCER A little help from afar By Curtis Binkowski play soccer and study, it’s just Assistant Sports Editor awesome for me. We don’t have The Ooks men’s soccer team has an impres- this opportunity in Brazil …here sive list of recruits, but two midfielders stand you have soccer in college, in out on the basis of their home countries. Brazil we don’t.” Thiago Silva, who hails from Brazil, and So far Silva is enjoying his Michael Boag from Scotland offer a bit of the time here. He loves the friendli- exotic to the NAIT squad. ness of the people he’s met. Silva grew up in Brasilia, a far cry from the When asked about his least northern outpost that is Edmonton. He got in con- favourite thing in Edmonton, his tact with NAIT coach Jeff Paulus this summer answer didn’t surprise. about the possibility of coming to Edmonton, “Well, I would say the attending NAIT and of course playing soccer. weather, I don’t really like it. Paulus says that once he saw the video Silva Actually I have never seen snow sent him, he was convinced. before so I’m kind of excited. I “We’ve been in conversation for two years,” heard it’s really cold out here.” recalls Paulus. “He e-mailed me ... I’m not Michael Boag on the other really sure why he’d want to come to Edmon- hand isn’t foreign to the odd Photo by Tami Paul ton from Brazil with the weather change, but he cold snap. He came to Edmon- moving the ball did a bit of homework.” ton from Glasgow, Scotland NAIT’s Thiago Silva, a recent arrival from Brazil, makes a move on a Keyano player dur- Paulus goes on to say that the recent success five weeks ago after local ing a game at NAIT on Sept. 27. Silva, who was male athlete for the week of Sept. 14-20, of NAIT’s soccer program has been a major family and friends contacted helped the Ooks to a 4-1 victory. factor in attracting out-of-province players. Paulus. “It’s so spread out, it’s annoying that every- Of course there are positives, too. Boag To echo the coach’s question, doesn’t it “I played soccer back home,” says Boag. thing is so far away, I’m used to everything enjoys the relatively laid back Edmonton life- seem that when a Brazilian moves to Edmon- “Based on my resume, (Paulus) knew I wasn’t a being on top of each other.” style. And starring on a talented team doesn’t ton to play soccer it’s tantamount to a Canadian complete dud before I came over.” Upon hearing that he just experienced one hurt either. going to Brazil to play hockey? When prompted to admit his least favourite of Edmonton’s hottest Septembers ever, he said, These two skilled midfielders will be dis- Silva is quick to offer his reasons. part about Edmonton, he offered up an interest- “It’s been torture. It’s not a good thing running playing their talents at home on Saturday, Oct. “(It’s a) life experience,” Silva says. “To ing response. about in 30 degrees. Oh, it’s terrible.” 10 at 2 p.m. versus King’s College. NHL10 a winner By KITA MURU and the general presentation is nice. The towel As much as I like sports, I usually avoid waving, raucous crowds and playoff atmo- buying sports games because the latest version sphere are great, but there isn’t much of that looks, sounds and plays like a complete retread team-specific stuff like in NHL2K. Skating is of last year’s version only with a few new improved again, and there’s 360-degree pass- tweaks (Madden anyone?). The PS3/360 ver- ing, meaning you can aim your passes without sions of EA’s NHL series have gone through a them being magnetic. Skill-Stick renaissance. It now feels like EA You can bat pucks out of the air, fake shots is going to the well a bit, even though NHL10 and make desperation shots. Board play pro- will probably still be sports vides more action in the game of the year. corners, while post-whis- There are some nag- tle scrums add more emo- ging issues though. On tion. You take a shot on net the ice there are still a few or nail an opposing player? AI miscues, and some col- Expect vengeance. First lision detection, 10 runs Person Fighting is no Fight better than 09 but not 08. Night, but it provides a vis- The commentary by Gary ceral experience through Thorne/Bill Clement is solid the eyes of a fighter. Also but starting to show its age. you can choose to play a The sound track has more player through injury if you popular bands, but what was think he can help you win. great about EA Sports games is hearing brand What’s also great is earning new equipment new bands for the first time. Season/Playoff by pulling off achievements, compared to the modes are belatedly added. New modes like usual EA way of having to BUY them. Battle For The Cup which puts you into the Considering that NHL07, 08, and 09 set Stanley Cup Finals, and Be-A-Tough Guy the bar so high that it can’t be topped, NHL10 (which is Be-A-Pro: Enforcer Edition) don’t is still a brilliant representation and great game serve much purpose. of hockey. Off the ice Be-A-GM is a more in-depth It’s worth a shot for any fan of hockey, or version of GM mode from 09 which focuses sports games in general. It’s hard to justify on managing an NHL team. You’ll have to dropping $70 for games these days, however, safeguard your reputation by handling the sal- NHL10 makes a great case for that. ary cap, making trades and scouting young prospects. On the ice NHL10 is still fantastic 10 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT Adult film of the week:Girls Gone Wild Spring Break GGW disappoints thank me later. and it would probably be in the form of a Before I delve into the “nitty gritty” of brilliantly clever one liner. this film, let me just give a quick lesson on Coming back to the plotline, GGW bar etiquette to “Spring Break” all of my NAIT consists of nine ladies out there. scenarios that First, if you ever r u n t h e s a m e see a guy wear- path; girl gets COLLEEN NUC ing an Ed Hardy seduced into Entertainment Editor T-shirt and sun- GGW limo and I usually don’t buy anything that I glasses holding then girl pays a know was produced by complete douche a video camera lot of attention bags, but I decided to purchase Girls Gone in a club, run as to herself for Wild Spring Break because, shall I say it – fast as you can about 10 min- it was on sale. I should have known from in the opposite utes. Through- gawker.com the beginning why a film like this would direction! These out each scene, Joe Francis be on sale, because it was nothing short of guys are mag- I was think- Avoid this man at all costs disappointing. nets for girls ing “good lord ferent can one of these movies possibly be Created by jailbird Joe Francis, Girls with low self woman, cut from the next? Who owns the whole Girls Gone Wild Spring Break is an unimagina- esteem. Don’t your nails! How Gone Wild box set and how lonely are these tive take on the college lifestyle. I’m pretty be this person! do you not suf- people? This film is nothing short of an edu- sure you can imagine what the scenario of Second, avoid fer from internal cational film on how not to behave when the film is yourself, but I’ll break it down flashing your privates at all costs. They’re bleeding?” Shortly thereafter, I turned the you drink. It’s boring, predictable and a for you anyway. College students go to big called privates for a reason. Last, if you’re movie off. waste of money. party, drink lots of booze and girls start ever tempted to go wild, just say to your- In conclusion, I couldn’t help but think I give this film 0 pearl necklaces out of making bad decisions in an obviously set up self, “what would Horatio say?” Well, he’d of the Girls Gone Wild marketing gimmick. five and an extra 20 years on Joe Francis’s scenario. I just saved you 40 bucks. You can have lots to say, and it wouldn’t be pretty With so many versions of GGW, how dif- jail term. A Chaotic night By Colleen Nuc the evening that much more entertaining for me. Entertainment Editor Thankfully there was the NAITSA retreat, where Campus Chaos took over Northlands Agri- NAIT students can lounge around in an exclusive Com this past Friday with about 5,000 over- beer gardens. It definitely gave me a “home base” zealous drunk college students, who kept para- from all the college debauchery. medics and security busy throughout the night. As for the musical acts, Bif Naked definitely I first walked into the venue to the sight of an stood out from the lineup with her boisterous atti- intoxicated girl being driven away by an ambu- tude and high-energy set, while still being down lance. It was 9:50 p.m. to earth, signing autographs for fans before the The large-scale event seemed to have disap- show. Lil’ Jon, the celebrity DJ at the end of the pointing numbers; the halls evening, stood on stage were seemingly sparse, playing random songs from leading to a cluster of stu- his laptop, occasionally dents in front of the main turning down the music and stages. This could be due to screaming “hell yeah!” the sheer size of the venue, Speaking of Lil’ Jon, but I think it’s safe to say I was supposed to have an that Campus Chaos didn’t interview with the artist, but bring in the numbers that instead spent the night run- it had expected. However, ning around the halls try- the show did include some ing to find the right person big name Canadian musi- to talk to. When I took mat- cians, such as Hinder, Bif Lil’ Jon ters into my own hands, the Naked and Social Code, who results were less than favour- all played a set of about 45 minutes each. able, as security quickly brushed me to the side. The event was definitely marketed towards Apparently media passes get you nowhere. college males, from the wrestling bits hosted by In conclusion, I really felt that Lil’ Jon let all radio personality Yukon Jack to the scantily clad NAIT students and staff down by not talking to Eden stripper girls walking around in thongs. One us, and made my job a little harder because now thing’s for certain, Campus Chaos is definitely a I have to write this review article. All I wanted haven for douche bags. I would like to take this to do was interview Lil’ Jon at Campus Chaos, moment to extend a personal shout out to the is that so much to ask? One thing’s for sure, Lil’ gentleman with the skeleton Slash tattoo and the Jon is going to feel like such an asshole when he lady with eyes tattooed on her breasts, you made reads this. Take that, Lil’ Jon, I win this round. Thursday, October 1, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT The Nugget 11 for your listening pleasure ... $3.99 mix-tape fifth track on the album is a duet called Empire 4) Farewell to Nova Scotia – Unknown State of Mind. The powerful pipes of Alicia Keys 5) California Love – 2pac feat. Dr. Dre back the duet. It’s a song all about the great- 6) New York, New York – Frank Sinatra est city in the world, New York, New York. The 7) Mushaboom – Fiest song got me thinking about the greatest songs 8) The Maritimes – Classified about cities/provinces/states. Take this list, get 9) One Great City – The Weakerthans the songs and then go the greatest road trip of 10) Detroit Rock City – KISS MacKENZIE MARSHALL your live. 11) Streets of Philadelphia – Bruce Springsteen Issues Editor 12) Southside – Common feat. Kanye West 1) Empire State of Mind – Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys 13) Straight Outta Compton – N.W.A If you know anything about music, you’ve 2) Viva Las Vegas – Elvis Presley 14) Georgia on my Mind – Ray Charles heard Jay-Z’s newest album, The Blueprint 3. The 3) I Left my Heart in San Francisco – Tony Bennet 15) Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd Five must have’s for fall By Brieanna McCutcheon If you’re feeling nostalgic, and wanna Try finding a jacket that accentuates the Remember, wear the clothes don’t let the Every fall it’s the same story; you’re back rock hippie chic, don’t be afraid to try the smallest part of your body. Pair it with a clothes wear you. Till next time, stay fash- to school and have nothing to wear! 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dayliesfashionandbeauty.blogspot.com 12 The Nugget ENTERTAINMENT Thursday, October 1, 2009 Gaslight, gas bright By TYLER DAIGNAULT The Gaslight Anthem got to the half-way point of their set at the Edmonton Event Centre last Saturday (Sept. 26), when front man Brian Fallon asked a few questions of the writhing, sweat-soaked and madly enthusiastic crowd in front of him: “Where did you all come from? How do you know us? Is it the Internet?” Their ever-rising popularity continues to baffle members of The Gaslight Anthem, even though their ascension up the ranks of rock’s pantheon is no fluke. This New Brunswick, New Jersey foursome has worked hard for their dues and that work is finally paying off; garner- ing the passionate attention of the masses and almost universal critical praise, not to mention some rock royalty attention and appreciation, as well. The Boss likes their stuff Fellow New Jersey native, Bruce Spring- steen is always mentioned when discussing the band’s sound, and fortunately for them, the Boss really likes their stuff. So much so, that The Gaslight he’s asked to play live with them on occasion, like at this summer’s Hard Rock Calling in Anthem London. Since the release of their debut album, Sink or Swim, in 2007, TGA have followed with Supplied photo the EP, Señor and the Queen, and the full-length You played early on the first day at Sas- So this is the last tour before the new haven’t done anything yet. Well, we’ve been The ’59 Sound, and created a sound that ranges quatch. Do you get to stick around, or do you album, and someone in the band mentioned working on stuff, but there’s no keystone yet. from raucous punk to emotional retro-rock. have to zip off to another show? that it might be a Social Distortion/Elvis Cos- We’re fiddling with that stuff, and there’s some Lead singer/guitarist Fallon, drummer Well, sometimes we’d have to leave because tello-type rocker. Definitely a departure from Fleetwood Mac in there. I’m about ready to Benny Horowitz, bassist Alex Levine and lead the drive was so long. But when we stay, I like The ’59 Sound. write some new stuff. guitarist Alex Rosamilia are currently on the to venture out. I got to see Radiohead in Red- It could, it might not be, I don’t know. We I’ve got the itch. last leg of a seemingly endless tour that has ding which was pretty cool, and the Flaming lasted a year and a half. I was able to catch up Lips. I go out in the crowd, because I like going with Rosamilia in Edmonton on topics rang- to shows just as anybody else. ing from how the band spent its summer, Kelly I’ll have to admit that I lost it a little Clarkson covers and Japanimation. when you played State Of Love And Trust It’s been only five months since you’ve at Sasquatch. How do you choose covers to been in Edmonton for a gig at the Starlite play? Room. How is it playing in a mall? It’s funny, because it just kind of happens. You know, it’s funny, because when I found One day, Brian (lead singer Fallon) played the out, I had went to the mall that was near the progression and said, “Oh, that’s that song!” And Starlite the last time we were here, and I heard then Ben (drummer Horowitz) started playing it we were playing the mall in Edmonton, but I on the drums, and we thought that was a good was at that mall! Where the hell are we gonna song so we should learn it. We like mixing it up. play? I didn’t realize it was this place. This isn’t We like playing covers. Covers are fun. a mall, it’s a village. It’s huge! There’s one cover in particular, which at first I thought was weird, but then thought it On tour for a long time was kind of interesting because of the deliv- You’ve been on tour for a pretty long ery. Brian’s version of Kelly Clarkson’s I Do time in support of The ’59 Sound. About a Not Hook Up for BBC Radio One. billion years, maybe? I was there for that! That was interesting. When was it out? ’Cause it’s been since Brian was given a list of songs, so he picked then, until now. the one that was most out of left field. It was the And you’ve been around the world, and wackiest by far. you’ve played a lot of festivals this summer, Going back to 2007’s Sink Or Swim, on like Lollapalooza, Glastonbury, Hard Rock We’re Getting A Divorce, You Keep The Diner, Calling. And I was very lucky to see you at the opening lines are from Vampire Hunter D: Sasquatch. How is the festival experience for Bloodlust (“Ready or not, here they come ... it’s you? zombie time!”) We played all of them, I think. Sasquatch I think you’re the only second person that’s was fun. That venue was gorgeous, unreal. The ever gotten that! festival is different than this, doing club shows Are you the anime fan in the band? and touring professionally. It’s two totally dif- Yeah, that’s me. When we wrote the song, ferent animals. The festival is so regimented and it wasn’t there. I used to have a loop pedal, and everything’s in 15-minute increments. You have that was one of three staples. One was for use to show up between this time and this time, and for a side project, one was a line from Brave- load up from this time to this time, with like, heart and one was that line. At shows, I used four hours in between. There’s more time with to throw it in there before anybody could think club shows. Instead of 10 minutes to line check, about it. Then I was doing it at practice, and there’s an hour and a half. So you get to work on when we went to record it, I just hit the button. things. We learned trusty chords today. Force of habit, I guess. Thursday, October 1, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT The Nugget 13 24 hours, Edmonton style By Linda Hoang Teams were given a random film genre, an overall movie learned and adapted to. I feel like we have a pretty good Twenty-four hours to film and produce a professional theme, a prop that had to appear in at least three scenes chance of making the Top 10 this year.” movie to be shown in an actual theatre. in the film and a certain phrase that had to be said at least A panel of judges selects the top 10 films and the public That was the challenge, and NAIT’s Devin Lacombe once. Then they were off to write, film and edit a five-min- who attend the film screening will choose the winning film. accepted. And even if Lacombe’s team doesn’t win, Lacombe, 22, and a group of friends he says won’t ever quit movie making. including NAIT alumni, entered the Edmon- “I love it when I can make something and ton International Film Festival’s annual 24/ have it seen by a large audience of people and One competition Saturday. just kind of go and enjoy everyone’s reactions The big prize – an opportunity for their to it,” he said passionately about the art. film to be shown on the big screen this Fri- “I also really enjoy the technical parts of it day, Oct. 2. ute movie. like editing and directing and the organizational aspect of “The big thing is exposure,” said Lacombe, a third Lacombe, who led a NAIT student team into the 24/One putting everyone together and planning your shots.” semester TV broadcasting student. competition last year, says learning from the prior year’s The Top 10 films from the 24/One competition screen “There are quite a few people at the awards night, kind mistakes really improved this team’s chances of winning. tonight, Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at City Centre of like the movers and shakers in the Edmonton film indus- “Last year we spent a lot of time running around which Theatre. try so it’s great exposure for amateur filmmakers.” wasted a lot of our time,” he said. “That is something we Tickets are $10. Let’s all “Kaleido” to 118 Ave! truth and wholeness through your eyes.” tinue to build the community. The city is looking AOTA would love to see NAIT become one of This year’s festival at creating a large perma- the integral pieces to the evolution on 118 Ave- expressed the theme ‘To me Kaleido means nent home for AOTA so nue. They are encouraging students to be a part of artists in landscape. that they don’t have to cre- of the changes. “We wanted to use the that change is truly hap- ate a multi arts facility and It’s only a matter of time before Kaleido will community as a back- pening on the avenue and centre. Their ultimate goal take off and become another greatly anticipated drop and embrace the it’s happening right now.’ is to make 118 Avenue an festival that families from all over the city will Avenue instead of official arts avenue with eagerly attend. It is only the efforts of the city Kathy Le keeping everything – Christy Morin great stores, restaurants, as a whole that will keep this wonderful vision Assistant Entertainment Editor indoors,” said Christy. President of AOTA facilities and theatres. alive. Therefore, when the weather starts to turn The magical thing about having a vision is see- O u t d o o r a r t i s “We need to root from the summer humidity to autumn next year, ing it come to life through the support of the com- exactly what I observed when I paid a visit to in by finding housing stock to buy and build take a moment to grace 118 Avenue with your munity and the help of kind-hearted volunteers. the festival on Saturday. Many of the artists were equity in the future,” said Christy. Additionally, presence in support of Kaleido and AOTA. In 2005, a small group of excited residents sprawled out on the gravel road painting glorious living within and around the surrounding areas artworks, there were vertical dancers hanging off of 118 Avenue decided that they were tired of the sides of the buildings, singers on the roof tops the stigma that preceded their community. They of buildings, tents displaying and selling all types envisioned bringing honour back to an area that of artworks and tons of great music on the main was vibrant in its day. Shortly after came the stage in the parking lot. birth of the Arts on the Ave (AOTA) Edmon- Guerilla art was the term Christy used to ton society, which is a non-profit, community describe this year’s festival. “It is going to be based, grassroots initiative focusing on develop- very unique and inspiring. People will be ener- ing ‘the Avenue’ into a community arts district. gized by seeing how others explore and challenge the arts. In a lot of ways it’s a real stretch- 350 artists ing experience,” she said. Currently AOTA consists of 350 artists With close to 280 artists and performers that live, work and are connected to art on 118 involved, workshops in play, films, poetry stands Avenue and a board of 10 very diverse people and art galleries packed full of standardized tradi- from the business sector and the arts. A few tional art pieces catering to all demographics, there days before the festival started, I sat down with is definitely something for everyone to enjoy. Christy Morin, president and founder of AOTA, I learned that the festival is quite a big deal and to talk about one of the coalition’s biggest proj- a huge benefit to the city’s plan to revitalize the ects; the fourth annual Kaleido Family Arts Fes- area. Kaleido is twofold: It represents change for tival, which was held this past weekend. the community and also brings art to other places. Although the sun presented a scorching 30 degrees on the day I was meeting Christy, ‘Getting really close’ I admit that walking down the slightly run With pride, Christy stated that “Many dif- down 118 Avenue made me feel a little scared ferent politicians have said that they haven’t and uncomfortable. However, once I stepped seen anything happen as quickly as Kaleido. To into the Carrots Coffee House, another AOTA me Kaleido means that change is truly happen- project, its eclectic and funky ambience made ing on the avenue and it’s happening right now. me realize that I may have discovered a hid- I don’t know if we’ve reached the tipping point den gem. Believe it or not, from that point on yet, but I think we’re getting really close.” I knew there was something special about 118 The support from the community is tremen- Avenue, which was just at the beginning stages dous and overwhelming especially since this of becoming something really good. festival supports local artists, both veteran and “Kaleido is a Greek word which means the rookies. All of the artists are Canadian but 90 bringing together of colours and shapes only per cent are Edmontonians. seen through the presence of light. The root word “People are really enjoying that something comes from kaleidoscope,” Christy explained. like this is happening in Edmonton. They say “We thought it was very fitting for the festi- that they’ve been waiting for something like val in that it is a diverse multi arts festival. In the this to come out to the scene,” Christy added. presence of light, it is, however, you see beauty, AOTA has a promising future and plans to con- 14 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 Your horoscope

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TIP OF THE WEEK – from NAIT security services Keeping your locker safe

Locker thefts tend to be in, but not lim- be followed to decrease the likelihood that you key lock, keep the extra key with you in a safe ● Take note of their description, height, ited to, remote areas of the school and/or in will become a victim of locker theft. place. approximate age, and any identifying charac- low traffic areas. In many of these thefts, spe- To reduce the chance of becoming a locker ● OBSERVE the people around you and teristics or markings. cific items are targeted, leading security person- theft victim, follow these few tips: know the people that have lockers around your ● Report these to NAIT Campus Security nel to believe that the perpetrators monitor the ● PURCHASE a high quality lock. The price locker area. Services. area before they strike. Once the thief or thieves of a quality lock is slightly higher, but its value is ● IF you observe suspected criminal activ- spot a likely target, they wait until the area is related to the value of the locker contents. ity, DO NOT CHALLENGE THEM. But If you have information about a crime, con- clear and then, by utilizing a small and easily ● ALWAYS fully engage the lock. For instead immediately proceed to the nearest tele- tact Campus Security Services at 780-471- hidden pair of bolt cutters, quickly cut the lock combination types, spin the dial to ensure it is phone and inform Security. 7477. If you wish to remain anonymous, and remove the valuables. This crime can be secured. Tug on the lock before leaving. ● WHEN you observe someone other contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS committed and the thief/thieves can vacate the ● DO NOT bring any large sums of money than a NAIT Peace Officer using bolt cutters (8477). Your identity will remain anony- premises within a few seconds. or unnecessary valuables to school and store to cut a lock from a locker, contact Security mous, and if the information you provide As lockers are used to store valuables while them in your locker. To do so is inviting immediately. leads to a conviction, you could eligible for students attend class or perform job duties, it is unneeded risk. If you see someone loitering near lockers a reward of up to $2,000. Visit www.nait.ca/ important that the lockers be well secured. The ● DO NOT record your locker combina- or in the area, or taking an unusual interest in security for more security tips. following provides a number of tips that should tion on, or about, the locker or the lock. For a locker contents, be suspicious. Everybody benefits, except the criminal. 16 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 Open house parking Student Friday, Oct 2, 2009 To accommodate our visitors on Friday, Oct. 2, parking will be free to staff, students and visitors. It will not be possible to protect staff and employment student stalls; therefore, please come early that day to ensure a park- NAITSA (NAIT Students’ Association) is now ing spot. If you vacate your stall during the day, there will be a strong possibility it will not be available upon your return. accepting applications for the following: Please note that meters along 118 Avenue in front of Ernest’s are VOLUNTEERS City of Edmonton property and are not included in the above notice. ● Will help carry out events and other NAITSA Please be sure to pay the meters if you decide to occupy them. Inqui- initiatives. If you need hours for a class, stop by ries should be directed to 780-471-7477. – Parking Services NAITSA and we will find a position that suits your needs and interests. Peer tutors wanted EVENT STAFF (Cashiers, coat checkers, etc.) Attention all students! Need some extra cash? ● Casual shifts are available to help execute events. Looking for something great to add to your resume? Peer tutors are needed immediately. FRONT DESK ASSISTANTS If you are interest in learning more, call Joanne at 491-3046 ● Students needed to work over the lunch hour or e-mail [email protected]. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Transcripts are required. ● Answering the phone, faxing and the ability to multi-task an asset. SUDS Security Big Brothers Big Sisters ● Supervise and ensure student events are safe. Kids with great mentors are more likely to attend ● Check IDs and ensure policies and procedures schools like NAIT immediately after graduating from high are followed. school. Volunteer today through one of the flexible men- ● Guards will be expected to complete a training torship programs withRun Big until Brothers Oct. Big Sisters. 8 program (provided) before starting any shifts. You don’t have to change your life to change theirs. Application forms available in E-131, or submit a Call 780-424-8181 or apply online at cover letter and resume to Shannon Marshall at the www.bbbsedmonton.org. NAITSA office. Need extra cash?? Student workers needed for the Imaginus Poster Show: ● Three students needed on Oct. 26 for setup from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the North Lobby. $12/hour, heavy lifting. ● Two students needed to hand out flyers on Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. $10/hour. ● Three students needed for teardown on Oct. 27 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the North Lobby. $12/hour, heavy lifting. Please see Mary Cumberbatch in E-131 (NAITSA office) to apply or e-mail her at [email protected]

Are you an Aboriginal student attending NAIT? If so, there is a centre right on main campus designed specifically to meet your needs! Unique features of the centre include cultural awareness, mentorship programs, Aboriginal funding options, Aborigi- nal scholarship and bursary information, community referrals, full use of kitchen facilities, coffee for students and business services such as fax and computer access. The EnCana Aboriginal Student Centre is a great alternative for students to study and work. Even if you are not self identified through NAIT, you are welcome to utilize all available services at the Centre! The EnCana Aboriginal Student Centre is available Mon- day to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in E-Wing, Room E-121. Questions? Please feel free to contact Victoria Cardinal, Manager of Aboriginal Student Services @ (780) 471-7839, or at vickiec@nait. ca. We look forward to seeing you at the centre. Drop in any time. Thursday, October 1, 2009 The Nugget 17 18 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009 CLUBS CORNER

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the mark Team Balls Deep Club Training Day was a great success, 93 people came together at the Nest in a morning session where they learned the ropes, asked questions and set their sights on the year. We were pleased to present to a keen and creative group of people. Stu- dents learned what it takes to start a club, put on activities, acquire funding and get involved to give back to the NAIT community. Highlights included an awesome breakfast and lunch served by the Nest, a risk management exercise ... did I mention we had a lot of creative minds ... and then the after- noon teambuilding event of paintball. Those that participated in paintball had a great time, building camarade- rie and proudly sporting some welts. Thursday, October 1, 2009 The Nugget 19 20 The Nugget Thursday, October 1, 2009