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"The tie that binds since 1926"

Volume XXXVII • Issue Sixteen • Wednesday, November 27,1996

YVLU Student Publications the Cord WEEKLY

See no evil

Hear no evil

Student Senators' brutal attendance records

Senator's this called Student Senator, is not even a WLU their positions. Not only are the Student productivity Roundtable was to bring

discuss WILLIAMS student. Rebecca Innes recently Student Senators at fault, but Newell year. campus leaders together to from her "If Dean wasn't work- When asked about the absen- issues of mutual Not resigned position as mentioned, a concern. only

Senator. ing at IxLurier, he wouldn't be on the teeism of members on the Student will this satisfy the apparent need

STEPHEN The members of this year's Senate." A definite show of apathy Senate, Innes admitted her guilt as for a collective student voice, it will

Student Senate acclaimed - the has of them. She noted the the were on entire committee's part being one prove apathy apparent among PICTURE: meaning that WLU students did not allowed the unconcerned attitude of inconvenience of the times of the the StudentSenators. take the Student Senators and the Student Senator Robb enough interest in elections, certain to contin- meetings (8:30 am), con- Hadley

unavailable his so the Student Senators acquired ue. flicts with work and school which was to comment on

at the their positions by default. After Innes's resignation, arose for many members. "The poor attendance University's

of at Trevor Newell, one our Newell's main concern is an upcom- meetings are scheduled 8:30 Senatemeetings.

Student Senators, is concerned ing bi-election. Newell is worried because most profs are only avail-

about the of the structure senate. about the diminishing student rep- able between 8:30 and 10:00 a.m." HENSEL As a Senator, Newell had no clue resentation. "The few student seats Again, the hierarchy of the Senate's what his position entailed. "They we are given are being filled by structure was cited as a major factor MARION threw me into my first meeting fewer and fewer students." in the Student Senator's apathy.

without Innes issues WLU Union any preamble concerning Rebecca had many Student President,

The her my responsibilities." new underlying recent resignation Joel Lynn, is disturbed by the seem- PICTURE: Senator receive manual from the Student Senate. lack of the did not a for Although ing interest among

the position until he asked for it in Innes referred to time constraints as Student Senators. "It's dishearten-

mid-September. The hierarchy of her main motivation for leaving the ing," said Lynn. "The problem being Abused and neglected; the the Senate still has Newell confused; Senate in her letter to the Editor resignations and choosing not to student senator's mailbox in when asked who was responsible (appearing in this week's Cord), she participate creates a loss in the stu- the WLUSU office lonelier for the overlooking debriefing of the later named other problems she had dent voting power." Without proper than the Maytag repairman. new Senators, Newell still did not with the system. "There needsto be representation by the Student

know the the Individual lot answer. change in system. Senators, a of important issues

SARAH PAPPLE The apathy and absentee issue representation is not what the stu- are not being addressed: budgets,

Cord News have Newell concerned. He cited dents want." Innes cited the lack of university funding, and other major The Student Senate is experiencing three general problems on the interest in the elections as her proof. concerns which directly affect the

an extreme dose of apathy. Rob Senate: (1) Senators who are not "A collective committee is the WLU students. The site of Senate meetings: Hadley, a Student Senator, has been Senators registered students; (2) answer." The cycle of non-voters, to Joel Lynn seems to have the Student How many Senators to one of the five University Senate who do not show at up meetings; (3) "Practically hunting Senators last answers. On Tuesday, November have seen the inside of this meetings. Jay Wadden, another who do not Senators care about year," has been reflected in the 26th, a Student Leadership r00m... lately? Kitchener/Waterloo

residents to butt out

STEPHEN WILLIAMS the free 2000. Those — by year who by-law's passing, the Healthy from lung cancer in non-smokers going to enforce this law? Smoke

Cord News want to celebrate the millennia of new lifestyle Division the Community a direct result of second-hand police?" As of November 1st, 1996, Waterloo at of one the local bars with a hearty Health Department seemed quite smoke. Interestingly, the only private smokers Region are going to have to will also be asked, "to out- with the council's decision. A of establishment mentioned the cigar step pleased survey on-campus smokers, in by- find a warm place to smoke outside side." The follows the The marks the end of three indicated law that will still have by-law tough by-law they were quite displeased smoking of local malls. Due to a recent by- stance taken Toronto Council deliberations and extensive with the "A 50-50 in the by Gty years of by-law. split is areas year 2000 is Bingo law passed by the Regional Council, earlier this but 100%ban will year. Communities public input. fair, a infringes on my halls. In four years time they smokers are losing their one Canada have been with the said of across develop- Along release, Susan rights," one smoker outside the only be required to have 50%

remaining enclave —food courts— similar ing by-laws in an attempt to Close, Acting Director for the divi- student union building. Another their seating set aside for non-smok- to enjoy a while cigarette reduce the occurrence of second shopping. sion, presented facts regarding the commented, "[1 am] most disap- ers. The by-law also calls for hand local smoke in public and private ills of second-hand smoke. Among pointed about the ban occurring in restaurants to become 50% smoke- establishments. Health 3. those is Canada's estimate private buildings, such as bars and •For related story see page free and 100% smoke- In a release the that immediately, press following over 300 deaths occur annually pool halls. How the hell are they The Affordable Pro has Arrived!

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Laurier students fight

to create new by-law

ROXANNE COPPENS claims that the city has jurisdiction posal. Dupuis recognizes that the make sure you are serious about the with." Cord News over litter but cannot force business- disposal of cigarette butts is a prob- issues you are dealing

to to for the lem both the and The seriousness of the Four laurier students are trying es pay ashtrays. throughout city on problem

that would To increase about the Laurier's A devel- on the implement a by-law awareness campus. pattern usually depends building. aroundLaurier in need for an the as to where the most butts are Entrances are swept require non-smoking buildings ashtray by-law, ops

of a week, but Waterloo to have ashtrays placed group wrote to Kitchener City thrown. It would therefore be easy a couple times Dupuis should be outside all major entrances. Council, The Globe and Mail, The to determine where the ashtrays feels that, "They swept up

Christen if the often then are]." Alia Ahmed, Fay Reil, Toronto Star, and Mike Harris. They should be placed by-law was more [they

Officials in Resources at Clunaltz, and Aileen Cowhen were even conducted a small survey passed. Physical for responsible for working together to Laurier are currently looking a

a for their receptacle for cigarette butts. try and implement policy the run "People you Barrels too much an Canadian Government course at give are of eyesore

other chose and large ashtrays arc often used as Laurier. While groups around to malke sure "We need much larger topics, Cowhen said, you garbage cans. an object

a small to if we with an only big to "We picked issue see serious..Alia Anmed opening enough PHOTO: are butt in" said could actually get it passed." The get the cigarette is is not to Dupuis. Also, Physical Resources group trying promote

These four Laurier students to see what with smoking. Instead, they are address- which indicated that 97% of the 150 waiting happens MARION

an were in favour hav- believe the can be passed, the ing the problem as environmen- respondents of by-law by-law. These four students tal issue. ing ashtrays outside of non-smoking although there are a lot of bureau- are planning HENSEL first. to to the and After contacting Waterloo City buildings in Waterloo. cratic processes to go through continue pursue issue

Council with their idea, the Vice President of "It is not as as I it was," avoid listening to City Council mem- group Physical easy thought Smokers find themselves may who to tell them to realized further action was needed. Resources at Laurier, Ron Cowhen noted. Ahmed feels that, bers keep trying Dupuis, blessed with an outdoor ash-

of the the around to butt out. Waterloo City Clerk, Lew Ayres, wrote a letter in support pro- "People give you run tray in which to butt out.

Christmas Culture Shock

match. Smoke the Clark and I at each other ERIC HENRY We were both alerted by a elf a rings were soon "Well, new toy shop develop- glanced After all of bewilderment. "Well, fact, Cord News Commentary strange noise from the roof. Clark billowing over his head. "I hope you ment is coming along. in no. In

Gark and had smiled. both knew that had don't but told the those financial I I think that enrollment is this 1 everylliing set up. We we boys mind, I team- projections, was up

had not this It sters tire worried to whether We double fudge chocolate chip been forgotten year. they could settle in kitchen personally as year."

it I cookies on a little plate and a serv- sounded as if a herd of antelope when we stopped." Sure enough, the stockholders would vote in, but "Then why the hell am not get-

of from around the kitchen all it Now we'll be able to letters from kids?" ing tray candy canes. lights were careening up there, peeling Uirough door, passed. ting you

the Christmas tree and several can- knocking off shingles and pawing at make everything ourselves, without "Truth be told, Santa, I'm not dles illuminated the lush furnishings the caves. But Clark and 1 knew contracting out the major projects to sure Uiat many people on campus and of that would the union in elegant style our sitting room. our jolly friend keep other corporations. Now still believe you."

The fire had been them well hell about the elf uni- "Don't carefidly extin- behaved. is giving me "What?" he roared.

in fell Bells their hats distract- believe in Santa? it's hard guished houis ago, just case our Presently, some ash from the forms. on is Look, honoured hazard." with visitor was early for our chimney and seconds later, dragging ing; damnsafety enough government regulation

□ark and nodded don't need yearly encounter. Finally, adorning a huge sack behind him, a rotund I sympatheti- and budget constraints. I

the coffee table was a punch bowl individual in red velvet rolled skill- cally. From the kitchen, murmurs a loss of business too. i can't under-

with failed? Did filled rum and egg nog. fully out of the fireplace and to Iris about Rudolph bluffing were audi- stand tills. Have I we

dark lit his pipe with (lie strike feet. "Hey boys," he called out, ble. not make the transition to the ser-

of a match and aromatic smoke "save any of the sauce for me? Sorry In that moment of distraction, vice industry in time?"

curled from its bowl. rabbit I'm but there last Santa the He started the rein- My was late, was a minute emptied half plate of cook- calling out

dressed in route deer style wearing a burgundy change." He dropped every- ies. "It gets harder and harder by name, gathering up every-

himself he had with him. smoking jacket. Ile guided thing and trudged black footprints every year for us to fill up quota. thing brought

into of the chairs the the he one large easy by across Persian rug on his way to Piece work is nice when times are Standing by fireplace, pointed the doorto the kitchen and handled the punch bowl. After downing four good. But when we get tire budget a finger first at dark, then straight

the with "I believe I'm pipe a furry paw. cups, he gently poured another one, squeezing us, new time constraints at me. "You tell them, coming.

he's late." then settled himself into our leather start eating away at my earnings." Nothing is going to stop me. They'll

I ladled of that that And show some wondrously Laz-y-Boy. "Ah, takes the cold At that moment, Prancer wan- find out who's jolly. I'll

alcoholic creamy beverage into a out of my bones. The wind chill is dered in from the kitchen. "Oh, them what naughty and nice is."

tiny and then leaned back into cute With he the glass murder." Nickie, who's the one." Clark that, was gone; up

the couch. "He won't "Good I said her wink in he had neglect us to see you Nick," gave a return. Ignoring chimney as fast as come.

Clark. How has he The this and looked many years raising my glass. toast was little romantic exchange, I Clark I around,

come to visit Six? Seven?" dark. of the now. repeated by turned back to what Santa was say- struck dumb by the events

Clark "Great be here. had pulled a small pocket to You know, ing. past few minutes. We a new watch from his waistcoat and this is the only stop I look forward to "How's that university of yours?" mission now. A quest that would

checked the time. "I'm sure its been every year. People are always stay- of the reindeer were engaged in he asked. I found it hard to look at unite us. It could be dangerous, but

more than that. However, to Santa. kids and of him would do it. We would have knowing ing up see Snotty impromptu games poker. They without laughing because egg we to his tight he won't have clad had and down his the the schedule, scantily sexually repressed liberated some celery were nog was running through tell whole world about won-

time for so much cookie and housewives. It little beard. "Less and less deliveries ders of as a gets a tiring. happily munching away. Christmas. But first, we

carrot for before he'll be off The rabbit "How at North needed to Our Rudy Clark, got a light?" are things the every year. Are you guys shutting get some sleep. place

again." down and Pole?" Clark asked. down?" be hopped gave the merry was going to hell to clean up.

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theCord November27,1996 3 (News)- Quebec students protest

New higher tuitionfor out ofprovince students

LORI DYSIEVICK of Canadian students to of the percentage papers or to not allow students to Quebec students attend a Quebec (Finance) McGiJl Students'

Cord News from outside of There exams." The Quebec. are write university. Society. Students' Society plans

On November 18th the three universities When asked if further that on a Monday, english speaking the faculty coop- McGowan argues setting up legal defense fund Minister Quebec of Education, in Quebec; McGill University, erated, Cogger replied "Some did, the Quebec provincial government and retaining counsel to fight parlia- Pauline Marois announced that Concordia University, both in some didn't." Did the Quebec has no clear means of defining what ment's decision.

Canadian students from of out Montreal, and Bishop's University Parliament react in her opinion, they consider to be a non-Quebec A large demonstration attended

province who attend Quebec univer- which is located in Lennoxville, "Not really." student. by over 6,000 university students

sities will be tuition also was in paying higher Quebec. The Students' Society of McGill The decision may jeopardize staged downtown Montreal

rates. 30% of the stu- in on Nov. 20th. "Approximately University issued a press release the exchange programs practiced Thursday Tie fees The demonstration 'I new tuition that have dentsat Concordia are from outside outlining the intentions of the Quebec. Under the exchange system had been

been mean that an of abroad when the implemented out Quebec." said Christine Cogger, schools student government to fight "Quebec students going pay- planned students were

of province student's tuition will Vice President, University Services the decision. ing Quebec rates of tuition in return anticipating a tuition increase for all

increase to almost twice the amount for the Concordia Student Union. Don McGowen, Vice for the foreign student paying their students.

" students will "The levels. The announcement Quebec pay. Concordia Student's Union ran President:University Affairs pointed own domestic tuition by the

Students at all to Quebcc universi- an election in which both the under- out, "Tuition fees in Quebec are set "If I understand tliis decision cor- Quebec government increase

for for ties were anticipating and protesting graduate and the graduate popula- in cabinet, so Mme Marois cannot rectly, then it's less expensive a tuition only out-of-province uni-

to students decreased possible tuition increases three tion voted to go on strike." To hide behind a law or a regulation. It student from France to come versity the num-

Ontario. bers ofstudents who attended. weeks prior to this announcement. protest, students did not go to class was her decision to discriminate McGill than a student from

This decision has French Will it A for the a greater impact or submit assignments due on that against Canadians." Under the new 1 carry a Passport. spokesperson Quebec

like of Education has on anglophone universities then on date. "The strike was held last tuition fees, students from anywhere only be the lucky people me Ministry said that

will be treated said the decisions made the francophone universities since their Thursday and Friday [Nov. 21 &22], else in Canada will have to pay who as 'equal'?" by Ministry student Jonathan final. population has a greater Profs were asked to not accept more than foreign students or Chomski, Vice-President are

Is Mickeyjust a greedy rat?

have to and knob DEREK LAJEUNESSE features are considerable, especially hum the songs to "Snow White"? of corporation. Much to my horror I they pull every

CordNews Commentary pertaining to children. Through The human connection to Disney is saw a C.D. entitled "Disney Dance that they have to turn to impress the

when I visited and to Try to imagine a world with out them kids experience both the dark innate. Hits#l" recently an public encourage us spend

who This is evident recent Disney. You can't, can you? And and the bright side of humanity. Let's face it, we all contribute to HMV. What's next? What or money. as

next films on names there is a good reason for that. Walt They are also exposed to classic sto- the commercialization of Disney. I'll will be the victim of Disney's Disney capitalize big

sell-out Will it such as James Earl Demi Disney and his films have been ries that they may not have experi- bet there is not one dorm room on commercialization? Jones,

at of "Cinderella", Moore and Mel Gibson. After all, deeply woven into the fabric of enced before. How many people this campus that doesn't have be a new release

artifact And she loses of her what would a movie be with- North American culture. And why actually knew the stories of least one Disney in it. where one NIKE Disney

not harm in ask? Cross Trainers at the "techno" ball? out a mainstream movitvhiusic star not? The Disney ideals, while Pocahontas or Quasimodo before what is the this, you

offer Or will it be Ariel from"The Little the vocal for one always realistic, a positive mes- Disney brought them to the masses? Absolutely notiiing. providing support of the characters. sage in a not so positive world. It requires commercialization in Mermaid" guest starring on

I don't want to mention the The commercialization of Disney is order to increase the public's aware- Baywatch? even

I been misled. theme which a way for. them to promote enjoy- ness of such stories. I feel like have parks are ridiculously

Call but I held and able, positive products for children Disney, more then any other me naive, always on expensive are increasingly

the idea that entertainment for of all ages, rather than a way to company, knows how to reach the to Disney's primary becoming solely

of children. I do not the elite. Doesn't want to make money. It's better that they try public. Maybe instead blaming goal was to please Disney

believe that line entertain and a smile to sell Pocahontas dolls than toy Disney for commercialization it I am stepping out of put on every-

evident that one's those less fortu- guns. Disney is only responding to would be better to look at who is when I say that it is face, even on

reach- nate? public demand. forcing them to commercialize. Disney now only cares about

To Aladdin We want "Lion King" boxer Why else would there be ing into the wallets of adults. wrap up (in wrap-

do not shorts and "Hunchback of Notre EurcVToyko Disneyland AVorld and ANGELA ORTICELLO Pocahontas lunch bags, Mickey ping paper of course), I

Dame" stories in almost Cord News Commentary Mouse Winnie The Pooh believe that good ol' Walt would backpacks Disney every mall, ties, baby favourite bottles and collec- have wanted it to be this I (hunch back...back pack...get it?). unless we wanted them. And, as Imagine listening to your clothing, Disney way.

such "Colours of table remember special on These products allow the consumer corny as it sounds, the products Disney tunes, as plates, watches, figurines... watching a

Wind" "When You Wish name have it. Just walk Walt once where he stated to enjoy their favourite film charac- being commercialized bring joy into the or Upon you it, they Disney

hard beat Store to what that he loved the smiles on ters through various mediums, (lie lives of'both adults and cMdren. A Star", with a loud, core into any Disney see seeing

I the faces who had entered besides the movie. Besides, the Disney films also have an appeal in the background. What is I'm talking about. advise you not people's

characters films that able reach Pocahontas I don't do however, his theme for the first time, or in these embody is to more people singing? Geez, to so at Christmas, as park

human than other form of that obnoxious bass is the store becomes mad- had finished a Disney the basic ideals and they can any entertain- know, over- a scary just seeing satisfied ment. What child does not and out her voice. house of children who want film. He was simply pleas- really carry a tune. (or adult) bearing drowning crying

their cannot The executives The benefits of these animated know the story of Pinocchio or can't This is what Disney has come to; a everything that parents ing people. running

commercialized, I'm-out-to-make- afford to give them. Disney today, however, appear to

knows that want more. More that is. money-so-stay-out-of-my-way kind Disney every string money / STAMPEDE CORRAL. J

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theCord 4 November 27,1996 OPINION

Editorial

Celling - Out

at I have been known to do, the time of Case 1: I'm on one of my Friday night benders the Turret, as having my

to bar to refueled. As I wait for drink, I to to right only to find some life. I stroll up the get my manage glance my

his I to friend and (minus the obscenities) "Who does this think he guy talking on cellular phone. turn my say guy the Cord WEEKLY is?"

notes while to on the wonders of Case 2: I'm sitting in class furiously writing listening my professor enlighten me off. friend and the the world when all of a sudden someone's beeper goes I turn to my say (minus obscenities) "The tie that binds since 1926" "Who the hell is this guy?"

to Is it there number of students on this who are You starting get my drift? just me or are a growing campus

second student, I have not been around as as carrying around cellular phones and pagers? Being only a year long

remember around last What is some of you, but I can't there being this many technological annoyities year. hap-

I don'tlike it. pening to this campus? What ever it is, definitely off. With the I really don't needtobe annoyed in the middle ofclass by someone's pagerblurting way things are

with these will in a weeks in the Athletic when I writ- going nextrun in people probably come few Complex am A Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publication my ing an exam. that be class? Or when 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3C5 Are these people really that important they have to notified even during even worse

(519) 884-1970 ext. 3564 with there friends? If I forced to either of these devices, it will be they are out for a night am ever use one surely

Fax: (519) 884-7723 last want to have when I am out turned off at the appropriate times. The thing I is my phone ring celebrating my Advertising: (519) 884-1970ext. 3566 pathetic performance on a midterm written earlier that day. website: http//: www.wlu.ca/~wwwcord/ Laurier has always had somewhat of a special reputation. It is a school that prides itself on a friendly, spirited

been around like mad in a rush to yet relaxed atmosphere. It has never a place where people are running always itself the world ofcellular and do It is an atmosphere in opinion that does not lend to phones beepers. home and things. my "He wants to go use it privately. not and cellular of Don't get me wrong here. I am entirely against beepers phones. They are definitely a part Are still the you using papaya?" become I there usefulness and would the world today and are only going to more popular. understand why people -Stephen Williams have one, especially in a business perspective.

them the fact that students have them. I don't think students are that Editorial Board My big problem regarding is important their business the that they need to be able to be reached at all hours of the day. Maybe they are running own on Editor-in-Chief Melanie Seal is what lam doesn't But until I it is belief side and if that the case then saying really apply. am proven wrong, my News Editor Tom Hrubes but instead to that these students aren't carrying the phones and pagers around for business purposes, maybe just Associate News Editor Lori Dysievick look cool and stand out from else. Entertainment Editor Aaron Hunter everyone downtown U T find a for these items at Western or the at of Assistant Entertainment Editor Robin Whittaker Perhaps one might more fitting place campus have the little and in rush. Is Laurier in to where students reputation of being a more snobby always a turning a Sports Editor Greg Chownyk place like these? Assistant Sports Editor Jim Donnelly Let's not. That doesn't fit the mold of this Features Editor Ann-Marie Smith hope reputation surely campus.

Life Editor Ann Huskinson Editorial by Greg Chownyk, Sports Editor Production Manager Mike Vencel the and do those the Cord the The opinions expressed in this editorialare those of author, not necessarily reflect of Staff, Cord Staff editorial board, or WilfridLaurier University StudentPublications.

Production Assistants Sarah Hollands

Colleen Nicholson

Mike Caesar Tina Tarn LETTERS Classified Coordinator Patricia Lancia

Copy Editors Christina Mogk Megan Atkinson to theEditor International Coordinator Katherine Harding

Student Publications Staff is but $200,000 just positions are absolutely necessary. vey or how it is conducted, at Photo Marion Hensel Manager That somehow they outweigh the Wilfrid Laurier s ranking: 4th nation- Photo Technicans Williams Stephen disrespectful need for smaller classes or a greater ally. I am not blaming Macleans, or

Joanne their the Spadafora variety of course selection (Yes, survey, but we people of Director Art Jeremy Kerr Dear that includes Editor, courses are being cancelled), why Laurier. Yes, Systems Administrator John Maljkovich ad If the Administration is getting paid a not find solutions that are not quite Administrators, professors, staff

On - Line Editor Andrew White ridiculous amount of to make about stu- the students. money so expensive? How hiring finally Advertising Manager Robert Morris these kind of decisions then I think it dents or recent graduates from our Based on the criteria we as a Ad Sales Nolin LeChasseur Representives about that took school others to fill these have lot to do. is time they a pay or positions University a of work Rebecca Shropshire find less The "this cut. I'm positive we could an at considerably expense. Sure, sure you'll say, ranking Ad Production Dannielle Manager Chartrand it inexpensive retired and blind butch- school would be getting dedicated means nothing." If means nothing Ad Production Assistant Barnard Megan Macleans er to continue the proud process she and eager workers while providing then why is it traditionally Sandra Cunha if has begun of cutting away the meat real education experience for stu- "Best selling" issue. Correct me I'm Gregory English and leaving the fat when it comes to dents or graduates: that is what this wrong but I see it as a major indica- Andrew Warrack our school. school is all about isn't it? With the tion of how good your univeristy is. Atheletic Advertising Manager Pete Robinson This letter is, of course, in money saved on salaries maybe a High school students, parents, and

Administration response to last week's article that course or two might have been everyone else with any connection to

exposed Marsden's irresponsible saved. Universities shuffle to the store to President Laurie Legault expenditures. It is disrespectful and But Marsden never even took the read the "so called meaningless VP of Finance Kevin MacDonald insulting to the entire student body time to explore the options. She rankings" each year. What do they VP of Operations David Janzen and staff decided she law and to spend $200,000 on was above the see? Laurier frequently finishing at Public Relation Manager Michelle Love Administrative positions while all fac- procedures of this school and went the bottom half of their respective Board of Directors Shayne Lidkea ulties are experiencing across the ahead and spent the money. category in many areas surveyed. Beth Costelec Jen Clarke board cuts. Marsden suggests that Perhaps, if she took the time to follow Take for example; student awards - Christine Gergich Ryan Lock

these positions, and therefore the the Administrative procedure, she 15th, out of province - 16th, tenured Domenico Magisano costs that they entail, are absolutely would have realized how disrespect- faculty - 19th, etc. I recognize we did

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theCord November27, 1996 5 -(Opinion) LETTERS toEditorthe

opening line of the article about GLOBAL club, I feel it is addressing Ed alongside the column the WLUSU periodically answers to questions on As or not I you may may know was Mount Allison, "It is in a an the issue the of way, growing of lack a in order to explain to all what the website. acclaimed, in the spring of last enviable year, problem... high quality and Gay or Lesbian club at this school writer is to - I know trying say (Hey Don't forget, can as an you always undergraduate Senate mem- first class have made for the reputation past few years. It there "Hard appals me are more Cord" illiter- email Board of Directors at ber. I your Unfortunately, am unable to in recent at applications soar years to hear in the of the CTB, ates This hallways out there). [email protected]. check out fulfill explanation Or, my obligation and have sub- Mount Allison The art- University..." or the Science building when I hear would also allow the article to be our page on the web at mitted my resignation, effective as of cle Allison goes on to say thatMount slanders towards this many new more enjoyed by Cord readers. And http:/Avww.wlu.ca/~wwwwlusu. It Dec. 1,1996. has Rhodes more Scholars of club, I any especially from people who am is the sure enjoyment purpose looks great! A student senator should repre- University per capita in the British seem to be brain dead when it of "Hard Cord". remember that all Board sent the needs of the Lastly, students at Commonwealth. Having said that, comes to in the nineties. Let's Derek living Lajeunesse are to the You Senate and in the meetings open public. meetings commu- wouldn't it be nice to the same? say face it this is not a people, problem are welcome to attend, in the at nity large. However, as a student Maybe we should back and but is the step clearly a step in right WLUSU Board Rom, 3rd floor. active in SUB, University Affairs and stu- learn a lesson. We need to direction from the improve away discrimina- to I Hope see you there! dent life am not able to attend our weaknesses and let the rest of that tion is often inflicted on BSA thanks Michelle Graham persons scheduled meetings and meet the Canada know who we If this of are. homosexual inclination. Communications Committee required time commitment. It is increased nation means recruiting When I hear from friends at Chair thus the best helpers in interest of all that I wide to develop a broader and more other schools where the Gay and resign my position as Senate mem- diverse student base then so be it. Lesbian clubs play a role in Dear Editor, Student Senator ber. for major Sony any inconvenience, After all, we did finish last in out-of- life, it often makes think campus me On November 13th, Laurier played Rebecca Innes

province. I am extremely proud to that Laurier is to attempting be an host to the popular Canadian band. resigns be a Laurier student, however I am ostrich and its headin the sand The Tea The show bury Party. was spec- Dear Editor, not proud to finish 4th. I want to and avoid the problem by attempt- tacular but ran much more smooth-

beat those other schools and let hide. ing to Well, this is not a prob- ly due to the "behind the scenes"

them know it! lem that needs be to ignored or hid- work of various Laurier volunteers.

Wake - Administrators, this Is den from up away view. It is time to let The Board of Student Activities show off for an opportnity to the our homosexual brethren have the Event Staff would like to thank Ik

nation. Don't be to finish that happy freedom they richly deserve. Gareth Cunningham, Craig Moffatt,

4th... Strive to beat Mount Allison, In to I closing, way go GLOBAL, Tom Barber, Tim Foran, and Doug

Trent, Acadia, and the others. We as last hope you as long as Laurier Roberts for their hard work and

a University must take in our pride does. dedication in making the show a

school and to let the of the begin rest Sincerely, success. take country a peak at what we do Andre Barnes Sincerely,

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6 February 8, 1995 theCord STUDENT LIFE

What's in the stars

CHERYL SPENCER towards the end of the month. think much. should loosen this will be rewarded. You have been a little down It is you too You you lately. how others Life Show - of contact that out-of-town rela- see Cord Student them some support as you are up that wild side yours is dying should funny can you as

she is hear from and when inside Aries: (March 21-April 20) You a good friend to come out! People will be sur- tive as waiting to charming happy

about wild but trust Remember not to are Be sure to be have been thinking someone Cancer: (June 21-July 20) You prised at your ways, you. get nervous, you really hurting.

had to be a little emotional love it! as sometimes do, as it only honest with especially you thought you forgotten. appear me, they'll you everyone, call will Think You will have luck Perhaps a phone help put towards the end of the month, stresses you out more. posi- yourself. great the 30th of November, mind at ease. As it gets closer which this interfere with tively and the best will come out of around so your might your

concentration. be little domestic buckle - it will be a great treat! to the holidays, you are contemplat- Try to strong; your problem. up

You that someone that take a bubble bath to (0ct.23-N0v.22) People are Aquarius: (Jan.2o-Feb.lB) ing getting special long easy your Scorpio:

for in to As on the have been a little the down side expensive gift. Go it, it's stress away. The moon Jupiter looking up you. you are on this month. You will love but personality Christmas. will treat you favourably at the end prowl your spontaneous of it and friends will You have - minute Taurus: (April 21-May 20) You stub- of the month luck is headed your eveiy your get you through. a

will take of As far as to make born goat! You must get yourself way! care you. great ability everything

school is concerned that school concerned, lit- around come As far going as far as Leo: (July 21-Aug.2l) Why is it matters are a you together.

tend to be couch tle would the love life is concerned, be sometimes you a you aren't such a happy camper more dedication prove as

that useful. find the potato. Show special someone lately? You should really communi- patient: you always greatest

interested them, Well, when are not looking. that you are in as cate if you are in a relationship Sagittarius: (N0v.23-Dec.2o) tilings you

feel that don't because under- aren't and Pisces: (Fcb.l9-March 20) Your they sometimes you no one seems to we a happy energetic due The end stand need to be these Those who sur- moods have been shifting to express yourself enough. you. You more camper days!

admire enthusiasm. stress. You must balance of the month will hold a surprise for assertive this month as others will round you your yourself of that to trick somehow. On the Be to the cheer as the and make a list everything you. try you sure keep up because wish This will Gemini: (May 21-June 20) It positive side, good friends will bring holidays come near some- you to accomplish.

mind at are in time of need. one will need support. Don't allow to ease appears as though tilings finally you laughter your your you put your

to be You've be at the end of the month and started on to turning your way. You appear Virgo: (Aug.22-Sept.22) surprised get you your way

love been when about event. You are much too worried; a little upset over your life but acting a little strange lately. you panic an success.

the best will this due to the fact that Libra: You have will turnout fine. break around the 30th of don't worry, only come Perhaps is (Sept.23-0ct.22) Everything just a

this month. nature to been to and for You November will do out of Your family needs your virgo causes you trying prove yourself Capricorn: (Dec.2l-Jan.l9) you good.

Career Corner

ROXANNE COPPENS called and with other it is definite for is banking firm Gornitski, proposals, working sary, a option er companies nearly completed

Cord Student Life teams within the like Kevin who look- for this students Thompson and little. investment corpo- employees are year, so many

If what allowed said that back- advancement within the know where will be you are wondering co-op Participating in co-op ration. Kevin a ing for already they

do Economics domain of Kevin can for you, the answers are pri- Kevin to experience various aspects ground in Business or is corporate finance. working after graduation.

when essential for to Those in knew his nine months marily all good. Especially of corporate financing while a person wanting considering a career of position

talk him switch his focus break the field of this field before he started you to Kevin Clay, a 1995 enabling to to a into corporate can expect a starting salary working.

Laurier graduate who used the term smaller firm to determine the size of financing. of approximately $40,000. The Kevin's experience in the world

the led him the "actively applying" to describe how organization for which he most He added that additional courses industry "is going to be huge" in of work has to discover, he found two of three teims In future. if for co-op enjoyed working. the end, he beyond university would also be Kevin recommends that that "actively applying" jobs is

his both decided to found the "Canadian who wants to know the to hired. to through own search, of work for a large firm. helpful. Kevin anyone more way get According

to his he travels Securities" about this field take "Advanced who the initiative which were related current Now, to Bay Street in course very beneficial to Kevin, those take

and he Finance" make calls and job. Toronto to complete a hectic 55 to his career endeavours, cur- Corporate at Laurier. to contacts can

Kevin his find the best as completed Business 60 hour work week. rently involved in the "Canadian Kevin says, 'Thatcourse is my job." expect to options

with minor in Political Investment is Investment Kevin is the who degree a banking primarily Management" course. one of lucky few employers are already searching for,

Science before on to be involved in the of The outlook for fuither found the "someone who is well moving an process organizing schooling have a position through rounded." By

Investment with finances for does not end these Graduate contacts demonstrate Banking Analyst corporations. Kevin is with two courses. Recruitment program making you

TD Bank Securities. part of the Technology Team at IT). A general trend in the industry, offered by Career Services. This communication skills and initiative.

Each of his three terms have co-op His responsibilities include valuing Kevin finds, is that many individuals service is designed to compa- Remember, although you might be

him with different tall placed a compa- companies, conducting research work for two or three years, then nies come on campus to recruit able to jump over buildings in a RBC Procter and and ny: Dominion, analysis, writing financial mod- decide to pursue an MBA. future employees. single bound, it will never be enough

and smaller Gamble, a merchant els, preparing presentations and Although this move is not neces- Recruitment for most of the larg- if that is iill you do.

Student Budget Menu OutSpoken Marinated Flank Steak

LYNN PAULI

Cord Student Life

THOM RYAN upon the anticipated gift receival at

Cord Student Life Christmas to replenish those neces- 1 piece flank steak staples of the winter months, sary Marinade: Ho-Ho-Homosexual such as vodka, woolly socks, and, 6 sesame seeds from the conscientious parent, tbsp.

Christmas time is coming... it's tolai- scholastic supplies. But a holiday 6 tbsp. vegetable oil brouhaha of void of non-Gender ly festive, a veritable a specific 1/2 sauce mirth and fellow sad indeed.. cup soya goodwill to your Nativity scene is a one PHOTO: human medium being. It's a family thing - a "Which one is Mary? Which one is 1 onion, chopped time when most Is that a or a ram?" RAY people go to great Joseph? sheep 1/2 tsp. seasoning salt lengths to cross distances, physical Mixing the traditional with some- slivered and 1 fresh root personal, to time with new can be the to tbsp. ginger spend thing perfect way SCHMIDT their nearest 4 brown and dearest As usual, spice up the festivities, truly making tsp. sugar folk overdose remember. Here's the gay tend to heavily on a holiday to 1 tsp. garlic powder the correct merriment and any excuse to bottom line: there is no one

behaviour is to but justify outrageous fully way celebrate Christmas,

endorsed. The best I in it gilts have ever when it's done good taste all marinade Mix ingredients together in a non-metallic received came from gay friends (be always seems better. it resolved 9x13 Place steak in to coat. Turn that straight people just The last GLOBAL (Gay Lesbian, pan. marinade, turning

don t get it). A is new paisley tie or a or Bisexual at Laurier) meeting hour for steak over every 7 to 8 hours. Barbeque or broil 7 cellophane-wrapped wonder direct this Thursday. For information, e- from each the or minutes side. Cut across the into thin slices Body Shop just doesn't say mail [email protected] grain to ftw X-mas lovin"' life a life-size see our web-site at serve. solid chocolate bust ofthe recipient http:Wwww.wlu.caV-wwwclubs\ww

or a personalized condom rack. I wNglobal.hUnl realize that many students depend

theCord September2o,l99s 7 FEATURE

the Nineties: Religion in

The value of faith at the end of the century

God who? - an atheist's

look at the world

life 'afterwards.' reli- a religion that was more STERLING LYNCH My friend believes in the Divine lot to lose if 1 were to disregard my better Every congruent

east has some sort of with atheistic Cord Features because it Ls a matter of faith. In beliefs. I would be disregarding who gion, to west, my world-view

with the and the of world that I notion that this life is not real because, after all, the divine is a Ya see, I have this problem reli- fact, it would be contradictory to I am sort truly hard habit kick. 1 I it's not of most to want in the of sort of and tliat it has less value then the to am more con- gion. suppose a big prob- principles religions expect hopes some

to follow. Whether it is soldiers cerned with the quality oflife rather lem; I mean, a lot of people still proof when it comes to the Divine, transcendental gain. Essentially, 1 one

to the arms and mine- then whether does or does practice religion with this problem likewise, despite all my convictions, would be selling myself high- linking clearing everyone their bodies believe in the Divine. tucked in their hearts the fact remains that there well est bidder. fields with pureed to get not aw ay quietly very

lindu ascetic let us that 1 more a so between a in heaven or a I Finally, am and 1 know there are lot peo- could be divine entity out there What's incompatible place say And somewhere the for the to convictions and Do to rock the along ple out tliere than just me who have waiting right moment your religion? perched a punishing wrong. 1 hauled the celestial shoot doctors or to achieve it all line am before this particular problem with reli- strike me down in abject vengeance you defenseless body enlightenment of and asked Ya I do believe in God. for deeds this First off, there is the amounts to the exact same thing. courts judgment to gion. see, not my on corporeal something? life that for life before the same of No We end a people account Unfortunately, there are no easy plane. So, in the way, my athe- notion personal responsibility. up living my

Divine. I will to life that was to belief ism is reliant the faith that 1 matter which it, within are not all that interested in. point a answers any system, partic- on faith, way you put

the of abdicate There are more observa- not left blindly unexamined, I will ularly, when you come toe to toe will not be turned into extra-crispy context religion, you many life lived with of the after- to tions that could be made, but the to a that was with someone who believes the chicken in the hell-fires your personal responsibility a point I will to soul that that do. life. Whether it is the of the world painted as an conviction, point a exact opposite you So, as higher authority. picture the it risk Roman or atheist is the I one exercised freedom was given the outcome of several lengthy dia- So, why do I do it? Why an Holy Catholic Church one prefer over life and of In there tarot card fatalism wood in the colors of to create a identity it want- logues with a friend of mine who eternity damnation? fact, or sprites painted religion. that ed. I will take chances before the does believe in the Divine, we have is a timeless argument (credited to dancing in a grassy knoll, it all Honestly, it is my hope one day my

view halls of and if I am con- both realized that both beliefs, for Pascal) in favor of religious belief amounts to people not willing to people will share my of the judgment if the life I have described cannot be that not believe make decisions for themselves. world, but I do not them to victed, as and against God, proven. simply states, "Why expect views is crime, then be it. If this is when in the there is a whole lot Pascal s has their based a so my Basically, you try to measure Divine, Secondly, argument change upon my of that this life can In fact, it would fate then God was never worthy the measuring stick, the best you more to be gained by believing than the implied notion authority. probably

there be in the of be for the best if someone invented can do is guess. not believing." However, is a wagered away hopes a my worship.

Is Christmas still a

religious holiday?

I "1 don't know if ANN-MARIE SMITH about it. I admit that am not response was even

- let alone Cord Features extremely religious, however, God I'll change my name my

That's the - - it With Christmas just around the does play a role in my life even if religion!". thing religion

I've started the old be a small times. is such that it corner, to pull out may part at a personal ideology

I Because I Christmas decorations and begun to Perhaps take my religious can creep up on you.

about I think about plum pudding and fami- beliefs for granted. 1 appreciate God never thought converting,

realize that comment would ly time. I then stop and think about and what he adds to my life but in didn't

and that I find unnoticeable. I offend me as much as it did. the true meaning of Christmas ways Why

I in would I beliefs? If these how it is a celebration of Christ's believe in God and believe good- change my

in beliefs that birth and how that rendition seems ness all humans and I believe in are something come

I also how could be honest with to be getting old amongst all the love, trust and harmony. But, naturally I another reli- commercialization of the holidays. believe in taking some personal myself and convert to

- that I My second thought is why this stride with the words of God they gion? So, when asked question of true meaning gets lost and does it are malleable enough to fit into my suddenly became aware myself

I I and beliefs. really matter to me? Does the reli- own life. don't think need to go to my

role in church love and value God. I Now, with Christmas around the gious factor play a large my to can wonder if else feels - I holiday? The fact is no the holiday pray quietly and silently to llim on corner anyone will there for like me? That for the means more to me as a time to get my own and he still be you're grateful

because of together with family, share each me. However, these personal beliefs holiday season you're out

and to are to debate. exams - not because of the miracu- other's company enjoy gen- perfectly open

eral merriment. That is one of the interesting lous birth. I think about if that's right

- the of - fact to I believe this rather generic atti- things about religion the that push religious significance

birth of Christ can be to so events to the back of mind. tudetowards the may religion so many things my PHOTO:

life I do not believe that Then I rethink this idea - (lie idea of run throughout my as a many people.

in is to look Christmas be about love Christian. Religion does matter there one right way at can family, MARION reli- but it is not - especially not something and togetherness and still be my daily life something anything

I feel so close and personal to as Christ promoted these ideals that I pronounce immediately. you your gious. beliefs. and Protestant is some- Religion is funny as long as they are remem- that my religion religious HENSEL

When Catholic friend of bered then Christmas can still - some- that a con- thing that runs through me way.

but I mine asked if 1 would convert if 1 tain a deal of blood - it's there me great religious signifi- lost.? thing like my Santa: has Christ's importance at Christmas been to think married someone Catholic- my cance. don't stop every Sunday

8 November27, 1996 theCord —(Feature)

Religion as a novelty

SARAH PARKER much the adamant garnered discussion; we body at Laurier is predominantly learned, more I flict is inevitable. It Ls one thing to

Cord Features knew that belief's discuss differences with our varied, but no Christian. I remember how shocked became in my own beliefs: there religious

the season one held God, least others, and another As holiday approach- any convictions strong I was to find not one, but two bibles was no or at one that I it is thing to

1 must admit that the to conflict. And the dorm in first could believe in. in a or a relation- es, thought enough cause on my room bookshelf engage friendship

from mind is that of that At I to I did meet others who held with one of views. I furthest my relationships were strung year. first just chuckled myself ship differing all for between Christ, or religion at that mat- our public high school and and joked that someone in the hous- beliefs similar to mine and dis- have witnessed friends end relation-

raised the ter. For me, someone on local Catholic school were too ing office must have known that I cussing with them the futility of reli- ships over religious strife, or clash

of Santa Claus, to count for them to be and needed focus with their mate's I Christmases candy numerous was coming figured I gion helped me my own views. severely parents.

and the wasn't much belief God realize that canes, snow, religious considered taboo. As far as we were saving. But this laughter was quickly It so a in as now we are at a stage in

ofthe hold the of that lives where aspects season no signifi- concerned, religion was a dead tra- suppressed when I began to meet it was practice religion our seeking a "proper"

But what the shock dition and who oth- bothered mate of but cance. biggest anyone thought people to whom such notions were me. is great importance,

been to two and a erwise and thus far not until has me over my was close-minded passe. not ajoke. For one, my life was recently, this was a foreign con-

Laurier is the these beliefs because lacked half years at discovery It is with thoughts and Ilowever, these adamant empty I spiritual cept to me. the number of whom it beliefs felt that the from this of people to that I came to Laurier think- of others did not bother me, in fact, I guidance, in fact, 1 But it is standpoint that

does. ing that, if anywhere, university is found them interesting. Religion absence of such rigidity left me I opt to remain neutral. Christmas

Before I to the the institution devoted to became I wanted to know towards others. After will hold true came university, one philo- a novelty; more open all, never any religious

of Christmas was rather than doctrinal God this because it true meaning sophical why and religion played such a form of thought made for a significance for me never

I to never something had thought thought. large role in their lives when it had pleasant, all-encompassing high has and I now know too much about

As member of the What instead school And the fact that doc- consider. a public I soon discovered no place in mine. experience. myself to convert to a specific

in a diverse between conflicts school system culturally was a difference in thought I had lengthy discussions with so much of the world's trino. I do, however, hope to remain

school the institutional ideals and stu- to the others and to neighbourhood, my high the devout Christians and Protestants revolve around religion made me open beliefs of

either dent them Mends were non-practicing body itself. and became fascinated with the hesitant to subscribe to any one accept as mere differences of

Hindi Jews. cultural Christians, atheists, or I was prepared for and major differences between the two belief. opinion. However, acceptance is a

that But I Religion was never an issue religious diversity, but the student Christian sects. the more Despite this, I learned that con- two way street.

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theCord November27,1996 9 SPORTS

Hawkey remains upbeat

JIM DONNELLY that 38 Blue shots com- The schedule isn't saw Varsity getting any

CordSports pared to Laurier's 24. easier for the Hawks, who visit the

Sometimes its not week. "We first Waterloo just your were obviously disappointed place Warriors on

The we week," November Laurier mens hockey team, with the way played all 28. Gowing remains opti-

having spent a brief stint in second said head coach, Wayne Gowing. mistic.

after focused first "We're down but place recent wins over Queen's "We were pretty on our a bit, honestly

and RMC, just had one of those game, but after the first few goals there's no better team for us to be

fell back The weeks, losing two consecutive against us, we on our playing right now. adrenaline

in games grand fashion to both U of heels." rush of an intense rivalry does a lot

and for T Guelph. The Laurier squad, after surren- a team."

The final scores, 9-3 and 5-0, tell dering a shorthanded goal to lead The team will face what could be

their difficult the story. A Laurier team that things off, manufactured some most test so far this

the MEES turned heads with their flawless excellent scoring chances early in season against Warriors. Laurier road two to at trip weeks ago now has the game. Unfortunately, they just outplayed Waterloo the Rec

them. in their last BECKY reconsider where they stand in the couldn't capitalize on most of Complex meeting, but OUAA scheme of things after two "We certainly didn't start off on that wasn't after being outscored

losses. the foot. could have 14-3 the week before. PHOTO: very humbling right We the of "Our resilient Martin Kearns, Jamie Janjevich, changed entire complexion players are -

and Kevin Kline scored for the the in the first period, but we everyone is pretty upbeat. We'll be Bryce Kipfer looks to wheel and deal against Guelph last Saturday. game Hawks in didn't." there to win on against Toronto a game Thursday."

Tough week Cheerleaders for men's set to win volleyball

life is to win. Laurier's philosophy is

what do." SCOTT O'HARA put Laurier into the loser's bracket of to enjoy we

But Laurier's team has been Cord Sports the tournament; with no chance of

hard After the week that the men's volley- placing well, Coach Thomas decided working to put together a rou-

tine that Bazinet is "the ball team has had, it may seem like to use the competition as a develop- says high-

the legs are falling off their tripod. ment tool. This meant practicing est level of difficulty I've ever seen.

The that offensive and We're to sneak only problem is so many new schemes imple- just hoping one by said that legs would have broken off that menting the bench in match play, them (Western)." Bazinet

three wouldn't have been enough; which also meantmore losses for the Laurier's routine emphasizes team-

the Hawks lost not three, but four Laurier squad. work. "We pulled together as a

team - decided team - how times this week. Laurier lost their next two games we as a

On Thursday, the Golden Hawks to both Windsor and Brock. The bad do we want it." All members

of the used hosted the visiting Winnipeg losses would have come as a huge team are throughout

PHOTO the no room for Wesman in an exhibition game that surprise had it not been for Coach routine, leaving

saw the home side toasted. The Thomas' development implementa- mistakes, and an injury would be get RLE "If Hawks got smoked by the nationally tion, as the Hawks have already detrimental to the team. some- The Hawks will be to Western's number on looking get Saturday. is we're screwed - ranked visitors by scores of 15-4,15- beaten both of these teams in the one injured

is a of it." 5, and 15-6. Laurier looked largely regular season. Saturday's matches everyone part and like extended for of these restrictions The crowds another inexperienced often they saw amounts of play MELANIE SEAL are aware are huge difference between the expected to lose against the Laurier's bench players. Cord Sports when they create their routines. two teams.

The fact that the of is "Western has had Winnipeg power- I he stalling mid- University "Everyone training on equal always a great

tradition, band, and a house. "I think we dle combination of Western Ontario has won the ground," Bazinet said. an amazing loud crowd... has Referring to his Dennis Hoffman Canadian National University At the same time, Bazinet said Laurier no orga-

and crowd," team's effort on the and Ryan Brown Cheerleading competition for the that teams into the competition nized band, an okay were too go head traded off with last eleven does not intimi- not what to from Bazinet said, that the rou- soiree, coach, Dan years knowing expect adding

has the the are Brett Thomas stat- Gypstra andRodney date Laurier's Cheerleading Team. each other. No one seen tines at Nationals judged also crowd "We're ed, "I think that we inexperi- Manuel in the start- "We're still aiming for number one other's routine. "Every year," by response. lots ofnoise." rotation. lot - we're them the Bazinet "it's like We want were too inexperi- ing A of not going to give commented, you pumped, has discov- enced said Bill as well be blind." In the Bazinet enced to play a a court time was win before they get there," might past,

first the ered that a lot of the fans for the team of Winnipeg's enjoyed by the pair, Bazinet, the teams captain. After a run through of

We Laurier's of routine for the the five have been the sports caliber. weren't team..." as well as by Brad team eighteen peo- judges, top competitions to in the will travel the be then do the same routine teams themselves. "It's good even gym Semotiuk at the ple to Skydome to teams hosted The from the have the back, when we've tonight to play powerside. The in the competition by Power again. two scores support -Brett Thomas minimum five routines been the Laurier teams them." threesome demon- Cheerleading Athletics. The compe- minute are supporting

to The entire for Coach Thomas strated that Laurier tition is open all Canadian then averaged. compe- years." be look- of lasts two hours. "It is the 'Ihe team will definitely went on to note that he believed the is capable of substituting some very Universities and is a regular part tition only

hours of build on last competi- experience was valuable in the sense strong individuals in place of some the Vanier Cup festivities. most packed two activity ing to year's which them finish fourth. a ever see," said Bazinet. tion saw that the team could now see what it starting players. "It's kind of like figure skating you'll in the back- said Western has become formida- Laurier will be competing had to do to become one of the best The day's action also saw competition," Bazinet explain- a

ble in National Cheerleading Competition teams, like Winnipeg. court specialist, Jody Wilson, see ing the routines were judged on force cheering competitions, Nov. 30, from 9-11 As it turned out, this Winnipeg action in the front court The 5 '6" technical ability and style. dominating the nationals. Bazinet on Saturday,

and sold in a for what sets them is atti- am. Tickets are 7.50, whipping was only a warm-up crusher from Sable Beach managed Guidelines are placed on the spac- says apart Vanier tude. have the best recruit- booth from the the Western washout, which took to chip in with a kill on a day which ing between cheerleaders and tim- "They separate

the in the of the Laurier and Their goal in Cup at the gate. place following evening saw every member ing restrictions, competitors ing, great training...

opening game of Guelph's Annual squad pound a ball to the floor.

Invitational Tournament. The boys in purple finished the

The still their with five win Hawks, licking tournament a set over This week in Laurier wounds from the previous night's Guelph, which avoided Laurier fin- Sports the smoked the cellar for the tango with 'Peg, were ishing in tourna-

15-1,15-12 and 15-1 by the Western ment. 30 Mens Varsity to Nov. 27 Men's & Thursday Nov. 28 Men's Varsity Saturday Nov. Mustangs. The Hawks look continue their Wednesday Women's Laurier Laurier @ Waterloo Hockey Laurier@ Brock 7:3opm Western, apparently still bitter winning ways this week when they Varsity Volleyball Hockey

trek @ Waterloo & Columbia Ice Fields from Laurier's season opening upset make the up University Avenue 6:oopm 8:00pm 7:3opm Dec 1 Women's Varsity it time to U of W. Laurier will their 4-1 Sunday at their expense, decided was put @ Toronto Women's Nov. 29 Laurier and dominated the regular season record on the line Wednesday Nov. 27 Friday Varsity Swimming Hockey for revenge @ a Basketball Brock @ OUAA/OWIAA Invitational s:oopm Hawks aD night long. The loss in the against 2-2 Warriors' team. Varsity Laurier 7:3opm A.C. Toronto s:oopm opening match against the *Stangs

10 November 27,19% theCord -(Sports) Hawks keep flying high

and slot- doubt be in consideration come the 14 with league play not GREG CHOWNYK Here is a quick look at what else (Toronto) at defensive end, games, get- until Morreale lime the All-Canadian selections are ting underway January. CordSports caught this guy's eye over the last back Mike (McMaster). made. Middle hitter Brown is HOCKEY NOTES: Guelph, UQTR The women's hockey team contin- week in the various sports around SHONK CONTINUES TO KILL: Ryan

Kevin also season to date. ,and Waterloo continue to remain ued their winning ways this past the province. Laurier volleyball star, Shonk, enjoying a great All he left off The second currently on top of the league. three are weekend with a pair of victories GREY CUP HAS OUAA TINGE: Last has picked up right where year player kills and total ranked in the CIAU ten Lancers. The 5-2 last season and continues to build sits second in points top along over the Windsor Sunday's Grey Cup was definitely The third with 77 and 108 Both with Laurentian and McGill. The and 4-1 wins came after Laurier influenced by some past OUAA on his legendary career. respectively.

instrumental in the with loss to date, their first of the standouts. the from Kitchener native is offa have been Gryphons, only one dropped game sea- Leading way a year coming 2-1 squad's turnaround this which looked impressive while dismantling son to York by a score of on Laurier perspective was Edmonton year

them break an 18 match losing Laurier 5-0 last Saturday with a well Thursday night. Eskimo centre, Rod Connop. Connop saw

streak that dated back to the 1994- balanced attack... After flirting with Team captain, Amy Turek once was a Golden Hawk from 1978-81, University the Far West divi- 95 season. second place in again led the way, finishing the two during which time the team consis- finds themselves Windsor with 4 had record of .500 better. BASKETBALL CHANGES: League sion, Laurier now games against goals tently a or has been somewhat revamped in last place after this past week- and 2 assists. She also had the He was selected ninth overall in the play

of the East divi- end's two losing skid. What Hawks only marker in the loss to 1982 CFL College Draft and has SPORTS this season in terms game sion. This the division will play makes it worse for the Hawks is the York. Caroline Hall made a solid spent his entire career with the year,

the that both teams in front of an interlocking schedule with fact them, contribution with three goals, while Eskimos. Connop's career highlights Notebook teams from Quebec (Bishop's, Windsor and Western, despite only Steph Kay had two, and Jen potted include three Grey Cup victories one rookie McGill, Laval, and Ottawa). The being two points back, have one and one. of which occurred in his year in hand that him lead the coun- results will count, however, two respectively... 'Hie results leave the Hawks with and being named the league's Most season saw game games Windsor's Brandon which linemen in in both kills and there will be separate standings and Boyko was on a record of 5-1-1, is good Outstanding Offensive try points per fire last week, 5 and well as OUAA All- for the Quebec teams. scoring goals enough for second place in the divi- 1989. Other OUAA grads in this game, as gaining playoffs Lancers' a total of 20 2 assists in the vic- for will included Eskimo tackle Star status. 'Ihis is no different; Each team will play adding sion. A big test Laurier come year's game year well the side hitter is To for this, tories over Queen's and RMC...they this Sunday when they travel to Chris Morris (Toronto), as as as right currently games. compensate This number in the wide the in kills with 142, league has already begun. are ranked one coun- Toronto to play the perennial pow- the Argos' receiver Tyrone leading league play first and 182 at 10.1. If differs from the West division where try...The Calgary Dinosaurs continue erhouse Varsity Blues who sit in Williams (Western), guard Pierre points per game he will schedule of to sit atop the CIAU rankings. place at 7-0. Vercheval (Western), John Rapso Shonk's play keeps up, no teams play a consisting

Women's basketball Men's hoops hurt early by

drops opener foul trouble

AMANDA STOCKS The Hawks will have a second

The second went much like with 23 which Cord Sports chance to redeem themselves this JOE BEAUDOIN half scorers points,

before for Cord Sports die first. Guelph maintained their included four three pointers. This past weekend saw the women's evening breaking both The did little what has to be considered a 10 lead, teams team experience a varsity basketball team in action Christmas holidays when they play In point however,

for the men's bas- made mistakes and more success on the weekend when against the Windsor Lancers. After the Brock Badgers at home. The rebuilding year numerous

the team turnovers. Their play showed diat they traveled to a tournament in coming off a long road trip to East Badgers, who present a similar ketball program, is doing take the Laurier will need Cedarville, Ohio. The team finished Michigan the previous weekend, the matchup to the Lancers, will be everything they can to a posi- young squad a before third with win Fanshawe their Laurier without of tive forward after a dismal few more a over Hawks hoped to begin season arriving at one step games together

Sarah last Last are in and a loss to Robert with a win. However, a victory was their starting players, showing season. Tuesday's they completely sync. College

the an. Sandstrom once again not ill the cards this time around. Montague, who is presently injured. outing against die Guelph Gryphons Midway through second hall', Wesley with 17 Without with a little the Hawks dieir led the points against After an encouraging start to the Montague, the Badgers will showed that, more expe- picked up game. way and be those not be inside and Fanshawe 34 Wesleyan. game, the Hawks were slightly weaker from rience, steps might as Strong play by Troje against

first both and ball think. well hot behind Laurier's basketball future does up early in the quar- a shooting far away as some Ryan as as shooting with solid Golden Hawks die arc Sandstrom, look somewhat optimistic, ter. A 15 point con- handling perspective. The could not by Greg brought

tribution to match Laurier widiin four with six minutes their oldest being only in by key player, According up against an older, more players That that Sarah and but did The run second is something Collins, a team captain, Kate experienced Gryphon team, to play. was highlighted by year.

terrific dunk of a missed has to head coach, Gary strong effort in the post McClenaghan, the Hawks manage to stay close until the end. a by Troje please

from Brenda will need Laurier lost the hard exhibi- shot. for die Hawks, Jeffries and his staff, as feel as positions to "capitalize on fought Unfortunately they

68-55. it close could the has of Vrkljan and Kelly their injuries. It will be an tion game was as as diey get. though squad plenty die because we Hawks had their work set 'Hie die ball in potential. Gentleman, helped keep exciting game The Gryphons put of (lie the last to out for them in the hands of dieir star, Paul in Much same thoughts were, score close throughout the game. beat Brock year qualify for the early game Eldridge, took control echoed Sandstrom after Unfortunately, at the final buzzer, OWIAA Championships." when their two big men down low, the final minutes; he by

the hold Kevin and Corwin and finished with 19 "We're team was unable to onto Running the offense consistently Ryan Troje, got points. Tuesday's outing. pretty

cooled off and there is lots to look for- the lead and lost a disappointing and accurately will be women's best into to early foul trouble. With these Laurier's shooting young

59-46. chance at Brock. two out than the end. ward to," Sandstrom said. season opener winning against sitting more usual, near They were clearly

feels confident and weak affected their front court foul off a Head Coach, Sue Lindley, who Defensively, Lindley poor shooting rebounding by Coming terribly disappoint- the and had 1-13 last the rest of was hoping to start the season off on that her troops can handle the chal- put the Hawks down by 10 at troubles troubles keeping ing season year, low a positive note, said that Windsor lenge: if the "team plays to their half. They could have easily been the ball in Guelph's end. the league has got expectations

win a The of the for Laurier. However, with a switched to a "2-3 match-up zone potential and ability, we should down by lot more, but good hustle bright spot night regarding

the combined with the Hawks was the of and the Hawks that we were not prepared to play game." on defense, sloppy clearly play young eager squad,

Sandstrom. The Junior could turn heads and offense against. This got them back The game gets under way at play by the Gryphons, kept die score guard Greg some gain into the game." 7:3opm. low. College transfer from lowa led all respect around the conference.

All Day. Everyday.

CORPORATION O 1996 TM. OF /M.C. DE BURGER KING

theCord November 27, 1996 11 ENTERTAINMENT

Teen-pop at the

Phoenix

their tendencies. album," and finished out the set with hit play youthful song ... on our new super

The "Tired and their foursome made a stop last they promptly began playing "Buddy Holly" present radio "El Scorcho." Friday night in Toronto in support of of Sex." The floor began to shake single

the North American tour for the and bounce in rhythm with the band As the band left the stage I

drove them- at watch and newest album. as the kids in the crowd looked my it read

like 9:50 After The venue for the show was the selves into a crowd-surfing frenzy. something pm. sus-

drain the the it MOORE Phoenix Concert Theatre and Bassist Matt Sharp tried to pending disbelief that was fin-

of with most I felt although this was an excellent kids of ounce ished before begin, satis- SEAN every energy fied that it had been a choice of venue for an excellent his bouncing and exaggerated hip good show.

The band had sounding, and smaller type of con- swinging. an amazing live

PHOTO: two albums limited sound that was almost a duplicate cert venue, it also meant that you Having only of

able their detrac- couldn't move an inch because the band on what they were to recordings. Although band Weezer to the fans love the best; the Teen-rage plays they feet. but made the most of it tors accuse them of someone was standing on your play, they by may making youngin's, and all before bedtime. mix It also meant that the show had to including an even of singles overly simplistic music, they didn't

bar from their debut album to miss a note on an entire be over at an early time so the interspersed appear this SEAN MOORE probably because the band makes could fit in their regular dance club with numbers from the second song night.

release. that stuck out in In combination with their Cord Entertainment music with a sense of awkward bar scene. Since this was an early Songs my stage

bandlike the bar to the roof head Name is Jonas," presence, which leaves you with an There's something about a teenage innocence; and fun. show, was packed were, "My arrived. "Pink "Across the Sea," of cuteness, the show Weezer that just screams youthful For their debut album, the band whenI Triangle," impression

Cuomo and the ode was a genuinely enjoyable hour and exuberance. I don'tknow but maybe made cute little pop songs about the Shortly after 7:15, Rivers my personal favourite,

and sold mil- and his three in theband made to school awkwardness "In the a half. Weezer to revel in it has something to do with the trials of growing up it pals high appear their the has their to the After minutes the status as teen icons, child-like antics of the four band lions. Now, the group managed way on stage apprecia- Garage." forty-five pop

effort of band left and returned, begginning and it that they deserve members. Or maybe it has some- to release their sophomore tive high pitched squealing many- appears the with their encore Rivers doing bit of attention they've thing to do with the fact that most of "Pinkerton," and ill though it takes a a teenage girl. song: every The received because make excel- their fans don't look like they're able little detour from the original formu- All four members chanted in uni- the solo number "Butterfly." they of band returned and lent music. drive than it's the band doesn't down- son: "... this next is the first rest the they pop-rock to yet. More likely, la, appear to one ...

Trekking to the

Last Frontier PHOTO

RLE

The film a role in the fate of one in awe. emphasizes CAESAR MARTINI packed scene that establishes the really begins, however, when but plays pivotal defend the the inhumanity of the Borg and Cord Entertainment tense, deadly mood of the entire Picard, Worf, and Data must Enterprise.

Patrick Stewarts character them as unstop- Movie: Star Trek: First Contact movie. the Enterprise from being assimilat- pro- depicts dangerous, of the film the ed the vides most of the in the film. pable, and frightening. Most Starring: Patrick Stewart, The sees Next by Borg. energy of the television series should action takes place onboard, with a Brent Spiner Generation cast onboard a brand- Star Trek: First Contact is proba- Fans attitude to much the best instalment in the entire be an essential of the much more hands-on Director JonathanFrakes new Enterprise E, a sleeker bly pleased; part of the better than Wrath is Picard's former assimilation. combat than is present in any The eighth installment in the pros- ship that looks like it was designed series (yes, even plot better His vendetta the other Star Trek movies. Star Trek series tackles the for warfare. to a of Kahnj, and is certainly personal against perous They respond Borg with this movie attack than it's immediate tensions high as the My only problem final irontier. This is the first Star (a race of cyborgs) on Earth, predecessor, Borg keeps too damn Star Trek: Generations. Unlike crew battles the ever-adapt- is that time-travel is just Trek movie without any original cast and an amazing star-fight scene against Trek First Contact This is Picard as you easy in the Star world. members (sniff I miss Kirk) and ensues. However, the back Generations, manages ing cyborgs. ... Borg go of and have him. First Contact manages to achieve also marks the directorial debut of in time during the battle, in hopes of to create a mood desperation never seen the and ties the film is The something the Generations crew JonathanFrakes, who plays second- killing the human (played by James tension throughout film, Visually, stunning. much is loaded with lacked in with the origi- in-command Will Riker in the televi- Cromwell of Babe) who created the together the sub-plots in a space-battle scene comparison interaction Data's calibre special effects, and the nal cast: free and natural Frakes drive. Picard and his crew more emotional high sion series. To my surprise, warp go integral way. the and between the crew members. did off the back in time the from for example, is not just detail on all wires, lights, a great job, starting to stop Borg development

as it was in Generations, gadgets on the Borg soldiers keeps movie with a frightening, action- taking over the world. The tension a side-story

Objection to flailing Sexy robots imminent

Letters From Ben Dear Editor, Dear Editor, in buth of I read a that the fake estrogen Please explain to me, a simple man, the logic get- study staling

control doesn't break down - it ends up being ting belligerently chunk. On more than one occasion, pills worlds the words countless women into the J have been greeted by a local souse with eliminated by

him water supply and then consumed by everyone, "Move, or I'll bite your nipples ofT." To 1 say The claims that this Ls causing "worthless." Another tine gentleman remarked to including men. study but further, that that "I lot of with those decreased fertility in men. I say yes, me must get. a chicks nerdy- to cause humani- I took it with Even when this conspiracy is going ass glasses." aplomb. a girly-water of in the to become a race fellow licked the table I was silting ty, at some point future, cross-eyed young these female robots. Furthermore, at, 1 did not flinch. 1 am not, however, sit idly by as super-strong drives, need dance female robots would have super-strong sex TUrret-goers act out their beer-fueled to around, oh no, to not but there would be no male robots with pitcher in hand on a Friday night. Its so robot race of the limbs and exploit for their own Thus, our much dancing as a freakish flailing purposes. steel. Please pre- Add will die a pile of sweaty idiotic convulsions of the pelvis, toi'so and head. out, huge

I this from drunk dancing to the seven deadly sins, for can vent happening.

stomach no more.

Ben Harris Ben Harris

12 November 27, 1996 theCord -Entertainment) Glueleg oozes Misfit cinema

intensity CATHERINE TRAINOR AND STACEY MORRISON

Cord Entertainment

finished Imagine your exams are

and you're home for the holidays. It

is freezing cold outside, and you've

had enough of the annual family

activities your parents insist on hav-

ing. Why not rent a silly meaning-

less movie with a pointless plot but

some seriously funny laughs and SCHMIDT good music?

We ventured to Generation X RAY video located St. store on Regina to PHOTO pick up a few such movies.

PICTURE: Mallrats and Clerks, directed by RLE Kevin Smith, and Empire Records, Movies like Clerks don't need and prove you big names a huge directed by Alan Moyle, are light- to make a film. BRANDON WATSON the of "rock hearted that buget great essence catchy and/or movies are little-

Cord Entertainment One the addition roll" surprise was known but entertaining. Each

"Death of the of the Glueleg's Horns (now defunct) Groove movie takes place over a period of like the entire thing is filmed from in the background. If only all our

Apocalypse" played loud and clear Daddys bassist, Paddy Flynn, to the one day, and all three feature the perspective of the security cam- summer jobs could be like the ones

at Federation Hall last line slackers the these characters have— life would Saturday. up. young adult trying to fig- eras in store. Furthermore, The however, has the band, changed Glueleg took stage after ure out their lives. Each can be Clerks features a soundtrack which be sweet!

since the 1994 "Heroic Shannon had modern such Alice release, Lyon an interesting described as a day includes bands as in Some say these movies are the Doses." fell They have lost Carlos show. They victim to the South- Breakfast Club, and all of them Chains andSoul Asylum. voice for a generation of

Alonso to and Bob western Ontario crowd. star a "brat Records the — marriage, Basically, new generation pack". Empire is movie we teenagers a generation that may Mackowvcz the black-hole of the "trade of the to instensity" between Mallrats, starring Shannen recommend the most of the three seem lost at times. They deal with

Canadian musician's To crowd and the despair. band was a lopsided Doherty, Jason Lee and Jeremy we watched. This movie is about a many of the issues and problems

the stick is event London, about two brothers replace chapman Although obviously distraught is who day in the lives of teenagers work- that we all went through and may

Andrew lack of audience the at (Chowder) Charters tin about the participa- spend day the mall scheming ing in a very cool record store. still be going through.

which determined their bass, according to key- tion, they were to play to get girlfriends back. They Empire Records stars Liv Tyler, None of these movies were huge

And enlist the of Andrew well well did, rehash- two comedic, met- — boardist/sax-amu-phonist play they help Anthony LaPaglia and Johnny commercial hits, however per- music "lower end" like alhead VVyse, gives the a ing oldies "Heroic Doses" and misfits, Jay and Silent Bob, Whitworth. Lucas (Rory Cochrane), haps because they are not main-

than before. "lilies" and them with who of idiots the of the mixing new are a pair bumbling philosopher the group, gam- stream. They are not common

The band remains like "Stack it." to wreak havoc and raise the on Liquid greats eager bles away store's earnings for "happy-go-lucky" films to which

Records for their next I think the show a failure hell. the and the must film release, was some day gang now many enthusiasts are accus-

which is due out in of and Clerks is about two aimless the record January 1997, a success. guys find a way to save store tomed. Some may call them "alter-

and is to be called "Clodhoppera" It was a failure because James in dead end jobs at a convenience from being bought out by the stuffy native" films because of the music

(definite reference to the Brown and drew the crowds and the and Simpsons). Rusty store, adventures they have preppy Music Town Records. content, but there is more to them

The the void that have been work. synthesizer replaces may normally there. during one day at Not only Not only is this movie upbeat, off than music — along with their

where the horns once and a II do the have for the played was a success because Glueleg clerks time a funer- wall, and genuinely funny, it great soundtracks, they are hilari- new sound is the result. The and and "string" played extremely tight, despite al a hockey game which they also has a great soundtrack. In ous, well acted and well directed

constant, of course, Is the merciless the between circumstances, got into their squeeze in customers, every scene of the movie, music films. If you missed these the first

diabolic chords and sweet vocals of music and had fun. In to enter- there also few minor lessons from The around and such fact, are a such groups as time enjoy films

Ruben Huizenga (the modern tain the crowd (and more learned the end of day perhaps by the day about Cranberries, Better Than Ezra, as The Breakfast Club and Pump Don Juan) and the pounding of Chowder life and love. This film is in black The Gin Blossoms and the these realistically himself). Evan Up Volume, give films a drummer Christian a Corona before the and which makes Simpson. chugged encore white, it seem Dando can be heard being played try! The evening opened with set. Crazy Chowder.

Salmonblaster out tunes. The future for is crapping Glueleg uncer- The band, also on liquid Records, tain, but hopes are high to tour the had their set climax with nation in early 1997 to promote the MuchMusic favorite "Free Ride" and new album. They also plan to travel Jl Westmount then bottomed the out, setting up with friends I Mother Earth and

Shannon Lyon Pop Explosion. Our Lady Peace before long,

Local hero Shannon Lyon, toque Until then, the band is content

and all, had his Pop Explosion with ignit- a few scattered shows in W. ed the His Place few devoted fans. set, true Southern Ontario mid Buffalo . to the pop fashion, demonstrated "ill »«.

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theCord November 27, 1996 13 (Entertainment Better Than Alternative

A chat with Better Than Ezra's drummerpaints the big music picture and places the band where they want to be

DAVE The about MCPHERSON evolved? now the expectations of the other song is homeless kids

New Cord Entertainment The scene in Louisiana in the late people at the label who have invest- who live in Orleans down in

Better Than Ezra burst onto the 1980s and band. the Frcnch In 90s was pretty silent as ed money in your Quarter. a thematic

Because Louisiana scene in 1988. Griffin and there not Music?" sort of the they never were many young bands "Alternative way, song examines the said wouldbe formed the idea of it easy. Drummond the group while playing original rock music. It was a The interesting thing about wealthy landowners who

in movement come down on the to they were attending LSU Baton tougher situation for us because we whole alternative music police clean

Robin Whrttaker in not these off the streets. Rouge. In 1993, the band released were trying to play alternative rock the 90s is thatit is something people The

Cord Entertainment "Deluxe" independently and it sold versus the norm in New Orleans of new. It came from a time when "King of New Orleans" looks at the of - bands like these 50,000 copies before they signed playing covers or jazz music. music was alternative plight particular kids who

and the Pixies at the lowest end of the 1. Last spring's keg with Elektra in 1995. In six months, However, groups like the James Hall the Replacements are totem

bust before the whole In the party largely due to the radio-friendliness Band brought a small bit of atten- were alternative pole. making video, we fea-

alternative tured real kids from the Party at the precinct; of "Good," Deluxe went from 50,000 tion to the area - encouraging bands Seattle explosion area and

considered alter- we have since done for the thirty-second units sold to 500,000 units. to do what they wanted to do. occurred. What Is a benefit con-

who differences in the indus- cert for center in week in a row. They are a power trio hail What have you native today by people a youth drop-in

alternative to New Orleans. from the state famous for Creole noticed in terms of being signed try is really not any-

- of what a 2. Maxim of the cooking and the festive fortnight in by a major label versus releasing thing it is more a matter

lot music sounds If have been to New homy volunteers. February better known as Mardi an album independently? of current popular you never

"We do it for the Gras. The band features As a we have been This like The term doesn't bother Orleans before, McNabb to com- band, lucky. .... me, suggests

make with munity service." guitarist/vocalist Kevin Griffin, Tom band has the best relationship with except when some bands decide your virgin acquaintance

that the when are not drunk Drummond on bass and drummer Elektra because when we were first that they are going to create city you

become Mardi Gras. This is an 3. Robert Funk's new Travis McNabb. signed, it was only to promote and sound; therefore, they a during expe-

'manufacturedalternative band.' rience in itself and to be book Jesus at2ooo. I was fortunate to speak with redistribute "Deluxe." Therefore, can prove

interfered Do consider BetterThan Ezra but New Orleans is a Prove to me Jesus was McNabb, via telephone from Elektra have never when you otherworldly,

beautiful - and this a we are in us a alternative? beauty is a party-animal! Just Bloomington, New York, during the studio which gives city

freedom. involved No. rock band - sometimes lost in the and prove it, baby! break from their fall tour to promote lot of We are very We are a loose, raw, mystique

in not created a festive atmosphere which surrounds their latest album: "friction baby." the decision making process on some concoction by label in his office. this annual festival. 4. The gemologist While McNabb is the newest mem- both the business end and on the major guy sitting

this the best the band- There is also a certain trade. ber of Better Than Ezra (having musical end. For us, is We are not a 'jump on Cajun

because if album kind of band either. which is stirred into a Yeah, sure I'll have you joined the band in January) he is no situation, an wagon' mystique

diamond the record doesn't sell can't back in will Better Than Ezra record. Its appraise my stranger to industry. We well, we go Hopefully time, longevity ingredi-

and then sell it to about the and blame the 1abe1.... On one that we are not ents create down home at ya. spoke at length music hand, prove one song cooking its That's just smurfali- industry and the band's rise to star- it is wonderfulto have the support of wonders. finest, mixing some gumbo soup

fraudulent dom. but with this What is the of New with some cliicken. Check out cious, you a major label, support "King Cajun

in and video all this of music and swine! What is the music scene like comes a lot more pressure. Beyond Orleans" single smorgasbord you

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14 November 27,1996 theCord {Entertainment) Musically Ear Candy

If tliis is like "Mellow Yellow" or "Sunshine Speaking area. album any indication, that will I like those and they are a band keep play- Superman." really further his ing until closing time. so delved in buying best

Tim Durkin of and ended really enjoying it. YourFavourite ?" up "So What's This is why I cannot believe that

tliis album is so goddamned awful. I

think he ventured off to India with DAN KERR gle in 1996, so it is eligible, but the back George Harrison and never Cord Entertainment album released early in 1995 is got

on the plane. Its terrible, unbeliev- A few weeks ago, I had a column ineligible. Shikasta

bad. I will never listen this CD dedicated to countdowns, an area I 2) Albums, such as "What's the 3D Super Woofer ably again. have always been interested in. I'm Story Morning Glory" by Oasis and Independent He attempts to keep the poppy, not going to rewrite that column as "Mellon Collie and the Infinite of the sixties alive and for lack of an but I Sadness" the Shikasta is a band from Toronto simple lyrics an excuse idea, by Smashing with like "ever to to since funk music in a sea of "alter- kicking today songs want propose this you, the Pumpkin are eligible they playing and "universe I am." If native" bands. have not been lasting sea," reader. were released in late '95 and the They he is for mood music, that this the most in '96. but a going some It is in my opinion fine enjoyed success together long, they arc tight- Woofer" Yanni is going to kick his wrinkly of 1996 was rather solid for 3) The cut off are knit "3D Super was year points roughly group. the ass. music in all regards. Therefore, in November Ist, 1995 to December recorded right off the floor in the back shows album, and studio. The first track, The picture on the New Year, I will write a column 31st, 1996 for an "Funky funk him in the dirt with his favourite 1996 to December Parade," is a muse to the lying eyes displaying my personal January Ist, half-buried. I albums I bands who obvious influences closed, seemingly say songs and of the 365 days. 31st, 1996 for a single. were throw this drivel in with him and to that I also that this in their funk-rock sound: it, would also like request you 4) suggest you give "...give the finish the other- and think it to me, and family job. give me your feedback. In some consideration give sly The is I that the about because stone, tears the roof off, sly truly disappointing part words, I am asking you, your selections, you bootsy

take Wes Small am a huge fan of his sixties stuff and reader e-mail me (Dan) at might have forgotten something gonna ya high..." Rick Rubin this album. this 365 (drums), Jules and a produced [email protected] with your from earlier year. After all, Terpstra (keys, When I read article about it in recent addition to the band), and Donvan an top 5 songs and top 5 albums of the days is a long time. Stone last Rubin have recieved fair Russel Femandes (lead vocais, bass) sutras Rolling summer year. Once I a Records mentioned Star to play is a make a rhythm section that lends American getting Hingo representation of the student body, "Musically Speaking" weekly up

the lead of drums on some of the tracks. I was the votes column that discusses music is all support to guitar I will compile into a prop- perfect Neil Burke. When I was and listen- excited then but even Starrs moron- er countdown of "Laurier Hits." of Us glory. Any comments, criti- growing up

should like all funk music, from James ing to the parents play the oldies sta- ically simple drum beats would There are however, a few stipula- cisms, insights and stories and tions would like contribution to this G). tions, written in the fineprint: be addressed to Dan at Brown to Parliament to Sly my ears always peak up seem a I have about lis- the the whole is to hear the Beatles or The only regret 1) Songs must have been released [email protected]. Family Stone, that there isn't than its This is exem- Stppenwolfe or other of the tening to tills CD is in either late in '95 or in '96. ie. greater parts. any

"Al's bands of the sixties. enough for me to continue "Street Spirit Fade Out" by plified perfectly on Porno," big-name Very space it. with a drum beat, a few times did these stations bashing Radiohead was released as a sin- toe-tapping dip- play

folk of the Please avoid it at all costs. ping bass line, and a blanketing gui- anything from the era six- did tar that keeps it all together. They ties. When they it was usually

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