Multi-millio n $ d e al IBM, Bell and Nortel partner with college, UOIT

By Tania Kwong Chronicle Staff

future of the new University of Ontario Institute of TheTechnology and Durham College is now brighter thanks to a multi-mil- lion dollar partnership with IBM, Bell Canada, and Nortel Networks. The SlOO-milIion technology agree- ment was announced Sept. 23 in the computer commons. "It's happened, it lias begun, it's no longer a dream, it's en route to a reali- ty," said Gary Polonsky, President of U01T and Durham College. The first of its kind in Ontario, this collaboration provides a completely laptop-based learning experience for every single student at UOIT. At Durham College there are currently 14 Photo by Maija Hoggelt mobile learning programs that will HUGE PARTNERSHIP: from Left Jim Plaherty, Minister of Enterprise, Opportunity and Innovation; increase to about 23 next year, Ron McDougall, VP of Enterprise for Nortel; Terry Mosey, President of Customer Operations for Bell; "Through the generous support of and Ed Kllroy, President of IBM Canada. Background: Gary Polonsky, President of Durham College IBM, Nortel Networks and Bell, we are and UOIT, and Gerry Pinkney, VP of IT. pleased to provide students with a 21st-century learning environment," Durham College. wireless building with 24-hour laptop- some years later in Ontario, it's great said Gerry Pinkney, vice-president of Like the British Columbia Institute daily access. thing," Information Technology at UOIT and of Technology, UOIT is a completely "To that development here now See DC page 2 New dining hall open at South Village Residence

By Jullen Cecire home-cooked meals. Chronicle staff From 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the dining r-j-^heie South Village residence has hall is open with a selection of a salad opened an all-you-can-eat dining bar, soup bar, dessert bar. deli bar, t hShall. drink stand, fruits, pizzas and a short The South Village dining hall had its order bar consisting of foods like hot- grand, opening on Saturday, Sept. 20. dogs, hamburgers and fries. For its debut the dining hall had free After lunch the dining hall closes lunch and dinner for everyone who down to get ready to reopen for dinner had a meal plan. from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with a dif- Construction of the dining hall ferent selection consisting of a pasta started last fall, and even though it's bar with sauces and a rotisserie bar, as opened to the public, construction is well as the salad bar, soup bar, dessert still ongoing bar, short order bar and pizzas. With UOIT open this year, UOIT Every day the dining hall offers and Durham College decided to build something different. the new South Village residence and a The hours of operation have not dining hall to accommodate the stu- been determined and will be changed

dents. , according to student needs. "Both the college and the university "The hours will change to meet the felt the need to build more residences needs of student," says McKay.

and the hail to accommodate can a meal for : , Photo by Julian Cadre dining Anybody buy plan the students," says Elizabeth McKay, the year at the accounting office in the GOOD FOOD: Students enjoy themselves at the new South director of fpod services. South Wing on the first floor. Village dining hall, which opened Sept. 20. ...’. The dining hall has an all-you-can- eat buffet with a wide selection of See Dining \)sqe 3 DC, UOIT have laptop d eal

Continued from page 1 and professors as weil. IBM Canada Inc. working services in support services to UOIT and "It really is great to be able "We look forward to the of important goals like edu- Durham College partners, as said Jim Flaherty, Minister of to go outside, sit in the com- success of the UOIT and look cation-eliminating barriers well as paid student intern- Enterprise, Opportunity and puter commons or down in forward to being a major for communications, ships. Innovation. the coffee shop hooked up to player in continuing devel- enhanced learning and "On behalf of all the stu- "This is what gives the Internet doing class opment." research. dents at the UOIT and Ontario the brilliant future assignments, doing discus- Nortcl Networks is work- "We're lierc to share and Durham College I would like that we have leading Canada sions with your colleagues," ing with UOIT, Durham achieve tlie vision of Durham to offer our heartfelt thanks into the 21st century." said Karen McGaHey, a stu- College, Bell Canada and Collcge/UOIT, to provide to IBM Canada, Nortcl The new university cur- dent at UOIT. IBM Canada to establish a excellence in education for Networks and Bell Canada," rently offers nine degree pro- IBM will provide UOIT secure, reliable and cost- all students," said Terry said Tom Coughlan, VP of grams and shares selected and Durham College with effective network to support Mosey, President of the Student Association. facilities with Durham IBM ThinkPad computers as laptop-based learning at both Customer Operations, for "You are helping ensure College. well as desktop computers institutions. Bell Canada. "Bell is com- that our university and col- "Your vision of the centre and new IBM servers. This is expected to include mitted to the success of this lege liavc the latest technolo- of excellence of innovation is They will also provide con- the Integration of wireless groundbreaking institution." gy and software available." something that we can all tinuing investments In com- services on campus, as well as Bell Canada's five-year Students at (he new UOIT embrace and we all recognize puter hardware, software e-lcarning content and cur- contract brings new tele- and Durham College are now that it's going to transform applications, services and riculum development. phone services and support an integral part of the history the region of Durham and consulting to ensure that "Our vision is one network to the university and college, of not only the city of most especially the city of UOIT and Durham College without barriers," said Ron including the installation of Oshawa's first university but Oshawa," said Oshawa remain leaders in technology McDougall, vice-president of network cabling services, also the province of Ontario's Councillor John Gray. in the education system. Enterprise Sales for Nortel They will also offer discounts first wireless university. The mobility component "In our 10 year strategic Networks Canada. and rebates on Sympatico "We had so many people of this program is Important alliance with Durham The visions of Nortcl Internet service to students that worked tirelessly for a for several reasons. College and the university, Networks, UOIT and Durham and establish a Sympatico long time, and my message It gives students access it's IBM's largest and most College are In alignment to technical call centre service to you is a simple and hum- anywhere and any time to comprehensive in Canada," be leaders by providing inno- at the college. ble thank you," said Gary information, fellow students said Ed Kilroy, president of vative, secure and robust net- Bell will also offer training Polonsky. a voice for students, Speaker series important to democracy starts By Jessica Smith campaign for MPP of the Whitby/Ajax the political process and young people." Chronicle Staff voters riding will renew some much-needed Since its inception 10 years ago, Rock attention from youth. Edwards, 20, a Law the Vote has recruited over three million A comedy routine and Security Administration student, is new young voters, mostly using youth- about diversity? Using needed confident that drawing from his own led street teams to enlist voters at con- humour and enlisting experiences to build his campaign plat- certs, campuses and coffee sliops. student participation, form will make him more identifiable Pendergast encourages Canada to.fol guest speaker Tony Conte with voters, especially those his age who low suit. will bring the issue front :. 2 to be can share similar stories of high school "If politics is something that is outside and centre Oct. 8 at the without a football team and classrooms of their culture, chances are they won't university lecture build- packed with students. engage in it," she says. ing. "I want education to be better because "Show them the relevance in theii This event, which will represented I've lived through an education system own world." be run from 6:00 to 8:00 that was going down the tubes," he says. But even without one-on-one voter p.m., kicks off this year's Edwards hopes that connecting to recruitment for young people, voting is Speaker's Series, put on election young people like himself may give them still easy to do. Donald Davidson hopes by the student associa- a newfound interest in politics. He wants young people realize just how easy it is, tion. By Jessica Verge young people to realize that, "politics are "People get the government they Conte brings extensive phronicle staff affecting them directly." deserve," says Davidson, Returning background experience That is what Elections Ontario is trying Officer for the Oshawa constituency. in diversity issues and Meiissa McKnight knows vhere she to do, following a slogan of, "When you "They have no right to complain about a student's concerns to his will be on Oct. 2at the polling don't vote, you let others speak for you." government if they didn't vote in the lively discussions. stationWhether her classmates will be Their advertisements, which aim to ignite election." Starting out in student

oining her there this upcoming provin- voter interest, have been appearing as , With advance polls set up at conve- affairs in 1990, Conte cial election day isn't so clear. At least, posters and television nient locations like the worked at the University McKnight isn't counting on company. commercials. However, Oshawa Centre, anc of Western Ontario and "In their view, they don't have the their campaign is aimed We have a hours running from 9 eventually continued on time," McKnight said of many fellow at the general public, not a.m. to 8 p.jn., voting to work at Carleton /oung adults. She is disappointed to specifically at young peo- responsibility to could not be simpler. University, later serving admit it. ple. exercise our right Eligible voters (those as human rights educator "We're in a democratic society," she In the U.S., a non-prof- 18 years of age or oldei with the Sexual said. "We have a privilege to vote." it, non-partisan organiza- to vote. If we don't who are a Canadian citi- Harassment/Anti- McKnight also believes that few young tion called Rock the Vote we are hurting our- zen and resident of an Discrimination Office at people vote due to a lack of interest stem- is determined to engage Ontario electoral district) McMaster University, ming from a lack of education. She feels young people in the polit- selves should receive a Notice ofj and until recently work- that the government does not do enough ical process. They incor- Registration card in thq ing as Educational Equity "o encourage young people to vote. porate youth culture such ______mail informing them of Advisor at Ryerson Sheila Bell agrees. 'as actors, musicians and Sheila Bell the polling station in University. Bell, a teaclier of Political Science at athletes and focus in on their area. The next step is Conte's ability to draw Durham College, believes it all goes back youth-related issues of free speech, envi- to bring the card to the polling station on the students in with a to the .education system, where not ronment and education. And it's work- Oct. 2 or to an advance poll. standup routine before enough time is spent in elementary and ing. Those living away from home can vote getting Into serious issues >econdary schools to promote political "We play on the field where young by proxy, designating another to vote on such as discrimination interest. people are and using a medium that their behalf. If an eligible voter does not based on race, sexual ori- Like McKnight, Bell feels-it is impor- attracts them/' Heidi Pendergast, voter receive a Notice of Registration card, they entation or religion, gets tant for young people to take advantage registration co-ordinator, said in an inter- are required to bring at least one form of students thinking, of the power available to them. view, "Politics isn't looked at as some- photo identification with their name, according to Jackle "We all have a responsibility to exer- thing that is cool, but politics affects the address and signature. Borosa, vice-president of cise our right to vote," said Bell. "If we air we breathe, the music we buy, and For more information, such as where university Student don't we are hurting ourselves." what we are and are not allowed to say. to go and who is running in a specific Affairs, NDP candidate Dan Edwards hopes his Rock the Vote bridges that gap between area, visit www.electlonsontario.on.ca. THE CHRONICLE September 30,2003_3 ; NEWS

' " ) - DCA welcomes new, d ean really interested in working at tion of laptops being one the By Jackie Lawrence the program root." main concerns to many. Chronicle Slatt Additions to the "The laptop program is up Journalism and Advertising and running," he said. The Design and programs, which are going to "We're going to try that out Communication Arts be running three years and assess It," noting that he Department of Durham instead of two, are on the wanted to look at how the College has a new Dean. docket which means a total school could best use them, Blake Fitzpatrick, a photog- overhaul of these courses. along'with the internet, to raphy teacher and co-ordina- Fitzpatrick expressed his benefit students. tor of the Foundations in Art desire to look at what the end "1 think it will generally be and Design program, took result of the program will be. a success," lie said. over the position Sept.22, "How can we bring new "It's also a really exciting replacing Margaret Scott, programs in that are really tinw, with the university who is moving to the going to prepare our grads for coming on line. It's quite Technology division. the workforce?" lie said. One unique to have a college and "I'm really happy with it," of the ways he hopes to university together," he said, said Fitzpatrick of his new achieve this is through new adding tliat he wanted to role as dean. articulation agreements. look at how DCA students "There's a lot of new "I think we've really got to can best benefit from the uni- tilings in the works for DCA." look at how we're going to do versity's presence. Fitzpatrick has been with that," he said. By exploring "It's an open discussion Durham College since 1986, the relationship between pro- which we've never had when he started teaching grams here at the college, and before. We've never had to. photography to Journalism also between those at the uni- We've never had tlie universi- and Public Relations .stu- versity, Fitzpatrick hopes to ty there in that same way dents. give students more options before. So there's lots of Over the past almost two after graduation. change afoot and lots of decades, he has taught in "Can we build bridges so Interesting possibilities." almost every area of the DCA. that students wlio come out With Durham College and Experienced in graphic of the journalism program UOIT growing faster by the design; public relations, elec- can go to Carleton or Rycrson day, Fitzpatrick's interest in tronic media, and most and get advanced standing?" the benefits of the students recently teaching in anima- "When you go (to school) and experience in the DCA tion, his extensive knowledge for three years...you've Photo by Jacklo Lawrence division should make for an of each program will suit almost done a BA in time. NEW DEAN: Blake Fitzpatrick takes over at the exciting new year. Fitzpatrick well in this posi- You should get some real school of Design and Communication Arts . "I think that education Is tion. , exemptions on your admis- all about building bridges and OnfT of the -many things sion for those skills." opening up' options for the that Fitzpatrick will be look- Fitzpatrick's interest in cur- is a part of the University of there are different forms of future. That's why people go ing at for the DCA will be cur- riculum stems from his back- Toronto. curriculum, and different to school. 7'hcy're planning riculum. ground in studying educa- "It gave me perspective objectives." for their futures. If you can "1 want to work really tion. about progressive ways in With changes taking place deliver education is such a closely with the different pro- He earned his PhD from which we can teach and everywhere here at Durham, way that the future is open, grams to revamp curriculum the Ontario Institute for learn," he said. "Also, how there will be many challenges rather than closed down, in certain ways," he said. "I'm Studies in Education, which curriculum works, and how for the new dean, the integra- that's a good thing." Dining hall Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter now op en slated to speak at college In 1974, he was given a new trial but the Continued from page 1 Former boxer injustice that occurred during his first trial The rest of the students can was repeated. chose a meal plan from the Finally, after two decades of trying to prove All purchased meal plans Voluntary Plans consisting of his innocence, Carter was cleared of all are registered on the student the Freedom Plan, the Flex here Nov. 3 charges and released from prison in February are and the Ultimate Flex 1988. ID cards. Students .who Plan By John Herron staying at the South Village Plan, They can also choose Since that time Carter has become a mem- residence have to pick one of from the Mandatory Dining Chronicle Staff ber of the board of directors for the Southern the Mandatory Dining Plans. Plans. Center for Human Rights, the Association in Defense of the Convicted, and They have the On . the On Monday, Nov. 3 the gymnasium at Wrongfully choice between Freedo m Durham College will be hosting a lecture by a the Alliance for Prison Justice. the Ultimate Both the college Plan, stu- person who requires no Introduction. The His story is so incredible that Denzel Value Plan,. dents are event is slated to begin at 1 p.m. in the 700- Washington portrayed the fabled boxing leg- Regular Appetite and the universi- allowed five. seat capacity gymnasium but that may be end in the critically acclaimed film The Plan and the ty felt the need to meals per changed, ,,., Hurricane. Small Appetite week with Kathleen Bain, the Communications and Carter wrote an autobiography while in Plan. build more resi- $800 of Hex Marketing Director for both Durham College prison, and following his lecture will be sign- the dollars at a and the University of Ontario Institute of ing copies of his newest book: From Number With . dences and the Ultimate Value cost of Technology, hss confirmed that Rubin . 1 Contender to Number 45472. Plan, students dining hall to $.1 , 9 9 0 . "Hurricane" Carter has agreed to give a free The Dean of Justice Studies at UOIT are allowed 12 accommodate the With the lecture to students attending both DC and (Ronald Hinch) was an instrumental part of meals per week Flex Plan, UOIT. luring .Carter to speak .at the school and with $250 of students j| students, are The topic of discussion will revolve around believes this is an opportunity that should flex dollars, at a a 1, 1 o w e d his trials and tribulations involving the' not be missed. cost of $3,000. Elizabeth McKify three, meals American justice system. "When you have somebody that has the On the per week .Carter's boxing career and a large portion kind of experience that lie's had and who's Regular Appetite Plan, stu- iwlth $1,000 of flex dollars at a of his life. were destroyed In the mid-1960s actively Involved with the Association of the dents are allowed nine meals ;cost of $1,700 and with the when lie was wrongfuify convicted of a triple Wrongfully, Convicted, I think that should per week with $600 of flex Ultimate Flex Plan, students murder based oh the untruthful testimony of speak volumes about the contribution he can dollars ill a cost of $2,700. get no meals but get $1,200 of a handful of racist police officers In the state make," said Hindi. , ; . , , Harvard Law School: and Law School And with the Small Appetite flex dollars for $1,200. . . ,'. pf New Jersey. ; : .,,, ; Yale Plan, students are allowed If y6i» have no, meal plan , .While In' prison he, attracted so much.atten-. have hosted lectures by Carter in the past, and on seven meals per week at a cost the cost atthe dining ha.U Is ;,ttori,that folk legerid.Bob, Dylan grew Interest; . Nov.. 3, DC and UQJT. will'be privileged of $2,450. ;$7,SO for all you can eat. ed in his case and released a song profiling the enough to' be included on tliat list. ; "incarceraled boxer.' -""" - 4 THE CHRONICLE September 30. 2003 "y^ ®==^ flB» college GKrcmicIfe TO CONTACT US: CHRONICLE lTheI?urtiam WE'RE IN ROOM L223. . OUR PHONE NUMBER IS: PUSHER: Margaret Scott 721-3068 (Ext 3068) EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Gerald Rose OUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IS: AD MANA9ER: BIIIMorriott £ DJTORIAL [email protected] Tuition cuts equal reduced quality When it comes to educa- The problem with this tion as a provincial campaign promise is that tuition and issue, the NDP is reaching out government grant increases to students, the have not kept pace with Conservatives arc trying to inflation rates. Influence faculty and policy- "If we continue to get less makers, and the Liberals arc than inflation then this can- seeking the best of both not bode well for the overall worlds. Ontario's leaders to quality in Ontario in cither be should maintain a balance the colleges or universities between the needs of the stu- because we have to pay our dents and the requirements taxes," Polonsky said. of the faculty so the most can Polonsky explained that be gleaned from post-sec- colleges and universities typ- ondary experience. ically have two sources of The NDP is reaching out to revenue, government grants students, promising to slash and tuition, which pay for 10 per cent off tuition to everything from salaries to relieve the financial burden new computer software. that students carry, which Durham and U01T arc in would have an effect on the better financial shape than quality of education in many other Ontario colleges Ontario that the president of and universities because they Durham College and U01T, have a solid third source of Gary Polonsky, calls "devas- revenue, from corporate tating." The cuts, according training. to Polonsky, would include "Durham College sells an estimated loss of $1.4 mil- more training directly to lion for Durham/UOlT, and companies than the other result in higher class sizes and colleges of Ontario com- a lower quality of education. bined," says Polonsky. "We "We can't achieve this make money from that activ- reduction on the backs of the ity and we plough that students," says Polonsky. money back into students. According to Sid Ryan/ the So here you don't really see NDP candidate for Oshawa, the devastation that has hap- this 10 per cent decrease will pened in many other col- be the.first step in an overall leges, but just because we've NDP plan to provide a com- been able to do that doesn't plete overhaul in education mean the problem is any less for Ontarians. acute in other colleges across "Free universities are the the province. Who knows, ultimate goal and where we we might not be able to do should be heading," said Sid this forever." Ryan, the NDP candidate for Dr. Robert Birgeneau, the Oshawa. Polonsky disagrees, president of the University saying that "North Americans of Toronto, recently wrote are skeptical of freebies," and an open letter to all candi- that they "expect to pay for dates that was published in national average." administration alike to becomes a guessing-game, value." the Toronto Star that really Polonsky said the situation replace the current system. and between the current need On the other hand, the puts the funding issue in per- is worse than that. "We're going to review it for reform and the potential Progressive Conservatives spective. "What he could've added, all," said Chris Topple, the damage that a 10 per cent believe first and foremost in "Ontario ranks 10th and but chose not to, is that it's Liberal candidate for Oshawa. decrease could inflict, it the quality of education at last among the provinces in also less than any state in He says that the Liberals will seems like the only shot. the expense of the already- university funding when America," said Polonsky, be "looking at every aspect of "I fear for Ontario if it stays strapped student pocketbook. measured by tlie amount pro- "Ontario ranks dead last in tuition." like this because the future of T h e P r o g r e s s i v e vided per student, per capita, investment for college and The facts about the poten- any developed nation rests in Conservatives have proposed or by any other measure. university students." tial changes were not known the brainpower of its youth," a cap on the annuaf increase Ontario deserves better. We Somewhere in the middle at the time of this writing, says Polonsky. of tuition at two per cent for are not asking to be at the of these two extremes are the but according to Topple, the each of the next five years, top, although that should be Liberals, who are promising a Liberals are seeking to make Joseph Morion with 30 per cent of each our long-term goal. A realistic two year tuition freeze while life better for students in increase directed to service short-term goal would be to they conjure up a plan that every way. Without the students with special needs. bring our funding up to the will benefit students and available figures, the vote

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Canada's military ne e ds a b oost

Sars-.Stock: 450,000 people., Any regular home and is battling huge forest fires in British Columbia. the early '90's while the Cold War was still raging, game for the Maple Leafs: 20,000 people. The num- That's a lot of responsibility resting on the slioulders and tlie sliort Iraq war was being fought, military ber of regular Canadian Forces any given time, any of a small force. It's not fair for the men and women spending was 13.8 per cent higher than it was in given day this year; 60,000. of our forces having such a heavy burden placed on 2001-'02, which is a disturbing fact considering Sure, that's a lot of dedicated people. But Canada them. many of today's military responsibilities. is (lie second biggest country in the world, and tlie It's no wonder many, soldiers come home after Our Canadian soldiers have a tough job - if not largest democratic country in the world in terms of serving a long tour and have problems integrating the toughest job In tlie world. They dedicate their size. back into society or suffer from depression and anx- lives helping others around the world realize what it Canada's military potential iety. means to be free. isn't being met because modest We don't do enough for our mili- Some people aiound tlie world have never seen a funding gets modest results. tary. day of peace in their life - living under constant fear Notliing more nothing less. t,<. Our government needs to increase of oppression. We as a part of this great nation have To put It simply, our sovereign tlic size of tlie military, and better the a moral obligation to help the oppressed people of nation needs a proud military. treatment of Canada's soldiers - botli the world realize freedom. If we don't, wlio will? Besides, being one of the most physically and mentally. Increasing We can do tills by moral and monetary support of heavily taxed nations in ttie the size of tlie military would result in our military. world and not having a decent- better treatment for each soldier. It Increasing our military doesn't mean our coun- sized military, is simply embar- would decrease workload and stress. try's role shifts from peacekeeper to war liawk. It rassing. Increasing our military's size would be expensive simply creates a larger foreign policy role- helping Especially embarrassing, when our traditional for the government and Canadians alike. But, it more people. friends and allies call for assistance in helping bring must be done. It's (lie only way to create a better Ultimately, our military's mission is to protect peace to depressed parts of the world. military. our great country and promote peace and prosperi- Canada's military is now involved in Tlie funding problem is being meet, but not fully ty to others. Let's help our military undertake their Afghanistan, Bosnia-1 Icrzc-govina, parls of Africa, addressed. Examples of under-funding arc vast. In mission witli support. S p eed limits don't Are you voting prevent b ad driving in Oct.2 election? "I'm not sure how fast I was going officer." Or, speed limits should reflect the improvements made Tara Reeves, sec- "Was I speeding?" to Ontario roads, as well as the vehicles that travel ond-year Business: "No These arc a couple of excuses used by thousands on (hem. I haven't thought about of people who With nothing being done to update speed limits, get pulled over the government is suggesting two things. for speeding. One, the millions of dollars spent on road Without lines improvements were misspent. And two, today's cars like these, what are no safer than those of 50 years ago. would a person's . However, neither is true. excuse be? Road improvements and road maintenance is "Sorry officer ongoing around Ontario, and roadways are much I didn't see you. better than even 10 years ago. Also, automobile If I had, I would manufacturers strive to produce safer vehicles year Joe Daly, first-year have slowed right down." after year, and meet ever rising safety standards. People shouldn't need to use lines in the hope of An increase in traffic speed should be a natural Graphic Design: avoiding a speeding ticket. If there is no speed limit byproduct of today's technology, and the millions "Probably not. I don't on Ontario highways, no one can break it. of dollars spent. even know how to reg- In an article written by David Bcrman, which A common misconception is speed limits equal ister," appeared in the November 2002 issue of Money safety, lias no and Sense magazine, one of his sources said speeding . The German Autobahn speed limit, tickets were nothing but an arbitrary tax. I couldn't west German officials consistently report fewer acci- agree more. dents and a fatality rate of 0.87 persons killed for Speed limits are set by the government, which every 100 million miles travelled. aims to profit from motorist. They're not set based In 2000, the fatality rate in Ontario was 0.7 per- on the appropriate traffic engineering studies. Why sons killed for every 100 million kilometres trav- . should the government profit from the average elled...... motorist? The 100 millions miles travelled on the Jackie Brown, first- When the OPP set up a long weekend traffic blitz, Autobahn is equal to nearly 161 million kilometres year DOIT Criminology which makes rate on usually between 800 to 1,200 tickets are written, the travelled, actually the.fatality and Justice: 'Yes. / The profit for one the Autobahn, 0.54 persons killed for every 100 mil- majority for speeding. potential have the right to vote long weekend is over $100.000. That is if people lion kilometers travelled. don't bother to fight their ticket, and simply pay it. Thesafety of a road is not dependant on the post- and I don't feel like Allow me to do some more math. The 2001 ed speed limits, arid people wouldn't lose their wasting it." Ontario Road Safety Annual Report, says there were minds and drive like maniacs without them. Sure, 636,594 convictions for speeding. For Arguments some would, but for the most part people tend to sake lets say a ticket's average cost is $150, which is travel at a speed they find acceptable, and don't likely a modest average. The province would make need constant police intervention. $95,489,100. The police should concentrate on real criminals, A study done by the Canadian Automobile like murderers and rapist, instead of someone who Association found only one per cent of highway dri- Is late for work. vers obey the speed limits. \i'ost tend to travel 10 "Speed is not dangerous, nor does it cause acci- Stephanie Rolstin. factor consistent with every road to 20 km/h over the limit. dents. The single first-year UOIT limit raised in accident isn't speed but bad driving and riding," Past attempts to get the speed Criminology and Ontario have been to no avail. said an accident investigator from England in the Al Palladini, the transportation minister in 1996, March 2000 issue of SUPERBIKE magazine. Justice: "Yes / really proposed raising the speed limits on major routes to If safer driving habits are practised, then perhaps want to." 120 km/h. His proposal was put aside after the gov- some time in the near future it won't be necessary ernment heard police would still give a 20 per cent to lie to a police officer about how fast you were cushion over the limit. travelling. In 2002 a study done at the University of Without speed limits the Ontario government Toronto suggested raising speed limits would make would be out millions of dollars, but speeding tick- Ontario highways safer. The study also said the ets are one source of income they shouldn't have. 6 TOfCHRONICLE ' &EPTEMB^3'0/20b^;

How to b alance work with school

By TInlcia Cameron Ch'onicio Slaff and teaches at a Montcssori School. Cook works an average of With full-time school and 25 hours throughout the part-time work, many stu- week and the weekend. dents find themselves trying "1 work because I have to to balance homework and a feed my son, provide shelter part-time job. iind pay for school. Having The majority of students employment. Is a necessity of with part-time jobs find it life," necessary to work to cover Though tills may be true, personal expenses, tuition Cook admits that it is a strug- fees and books. gle at times deciding whether Kerry Doyle knows all too to go to school or work. well the stress of school and "My son comes first, (lien part-time work that students .school ;ind work. 1 try to keep are going through. it in that order. Sometimes Doyle is the Student it's a game of survival and I Liaison for the Design live it every day. You have to Communication Arts depart- balance and survive. Just con- ment and lias seen a decline centrate on schooling and do In academics for students tlie best you can." who work over IS hours per For Mike Johnsoii, his week. employees don't have to "I would say 90 per cent of worry about being over- students have a part-time job worked during the school and most students have to year. work to cover their personal Johnson is a theatre man- expenses." ager for Famous Players in Effective time manage- Oshawa and has eight college ment will help students bal- and university students work- ance work and school but ing at Ills theatre. sometimes students feel that Pholo by Tinlcia Camoron "We try to accommodate work is more important than WOULD FRIES an individual's schedule. If a school, Doyle said. YOU LIKE WITH YOUR EDUCATION: Wendy's Is one of the person needs less shifts It's Luckily, some employers many workplaces helping students to balance homework and a part-time job not a problem; we always find understand the importance of during the school year. someone to fill it." schoolwork and the effect it Johnson says business fluc- has on their employee's their course load is like." see what I can do to make it Y2K, found that students who tuates because the summer is future. Vosters has six college and easier for them." worked moderate hours, their busiest season. Places such as Wendy's and university students working Vosters does the best she (between one and .twenty), During the winter it's usu- Famous Players, recognize the at her restaurant. can at accommodating her were least likely to drop out ally slower and most employ- importance of schoojf and try As a former college stu- employee's work and school of school. ees work an average of 15 to to work with them to make dent, she understands how schedule, but she urges peo- Students who work over 20 25 hours per week. the balance easier. hard it is to juggle school and ple to tough it out and get hours tend to have lower "Find somewhere to work Adria Vosters, co-manager work. through it. grades and do less homework in the mail; it's the best idea. at Wendy's on Thickson Road "Some people need a cer- On nee you get to the'end than those who work more The place closes at 9 p.m. and in Whitby says, tain amount of hours, but of your studies you'll realize than 20 hours per week. the majority of people are out "Most students work they can't handle it. that it's worth it. Sarah Cook, a second-year by 10 p.m." between two and four shifts If they can't manage it A Youth transition Survey ECE student, manages a per week depending on what they can come back and I will done by Statistics Canada in restaurant, is a single mom, New course promises to bring in Loblaws hosts video more students to Durham tournament October 4 Money raised will go to By Rachel Debling the Oshawa Community By Cristelle Wisdom She said the program is pos- "Communication is essen- Chronicle Staff Health Centre, a nonprofit Chronicle Staff itive for students. tial to getting the kind of jobs organization that con- The program helps make and work you want," she said. tributes to community students stronger for whatever She has also noticed that Psychologists say that the events and programs Are you wondering where it field they decide to pursue the students are happy and amount of time children throughout Oshawa. went? after they complete the pro- appreciate the opportunity of spend playing video games "It's a great deal," says Well, you don't have to sit gram. having a program such as can interfere with social Ana Pacheco-Rye, Youth there and scratch your liead "It will bring forth a strong PreMedia. activities. . Now, with the Community Health Worker anymore because Foundations crop of students," said Doyle. . Many students don't realize help of the help of the South for the OCHC. "All of the in Communication Arts is still The program has four core the importance of their com- Oshawa Teen Council, they funds go to service the kids here, it just has a new name. courses: munication skills. can put their .skills to good in the community." PreMedia is a one-year cer- F u n d a m e n t a l "The communications use while supporting the "(The SOTC) wanted to tificate . preparatory-diploma Communication Skills, course will give students a community and winning do a PS2 tournament for a program that allows students Fundamental Computer Skills, solid knowledge base of the prizes. . ' long time," Davis said, to discover the different ele- Creative Design and Careers in rules of the language," said, The SOTC will be holding adding that Loblaws has ments within Design and Communication Arts. Plus, Crome. .a kids and teens' Sony been a big help in organiz- Communication Arts. they get two electives. "It will help students under- PlayStation 2 tournament ing the events. After they have completed Something that's nice for stand when to turn the lan-;. on Oct. 4, 2003, upstairs at Pacheco-Rye agrees. the program they will be able the students is. the fact that guage off and on." Loblaws on Gibb Street, "Loblaws is a great sup- to commit to a program that they are not pressured to come Although the year is just across from the Oshawa porter of the Oshawa they will enjoy. to Durham after they have beginning, the students seem Centre. Community Health Centre Kerry Doyle, a professor in completed the program. to acknowledge the. impor- For $10, children ages 7 and the South Oshawa Teen the Careers in They have the option to go tance of a program such as; to 15 will be able to battle Council," she said. "They Communication Arts program, wherever they think is most PreMedia. against their peers in the give us a space to hold it, is pleased with the feedback suited for them. "It's pretty good so far, and hopes of winning the tour- they advertise for us in their she is receiving from students This gives them freedom to the teachers are very nice and nament. Included in the brochures - they are awe- in the program. make their own choices. witty," said Stefan Schuster. ..registration fee is a goody some." "The students are very excit- Donna Crome. who teaches "I'm happy with the pro- bag courtesy of Loblaws and For more information ed about where they want to the Communications gram." . a chance to win a about the tournament, con- go, "she said. Essentials course in the Doyle is confident that the PlayStation 2 with a video tact Loblaws' customer ser- "They are definitely settling PreMedia program, feels that students will not: only have game library, valued at over vice department at 481 Gibb in to the college life and enjoy- having a program like this is success In the "program'but $500. St., or call (905) 743-0043; ing it." important. with their future endeavours. THE CHRONICLE SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 7 NEWS L i v i ng o n y o ur o wn ByBv Joanna.Innnnn StokesRtnkoc Chronicle Staff______"I really didn't want to leave home, I didn't want to Moving away from home leave all of my friends because can be both frustrating and I'm very shy and I didn't want exhilarating. To some it is a to meet all new people," says chance to finally taste free- Helen MacMurcliy. To her the dom from their parents and thought of meeting new peo- to experience what it is like to ple was

Annual Students adjust to rez life craft show

By LIndsay La Fraugh forward to change," said to take Chronicle Staff Jackle Phillips, a first-year General Arts and Science stu- dent. place in Moving into residence for Many students expressed a first-year student or a sadness when talking about returning student is a life- leaving home. November changing experience because Many say it's because of By Rachel Debling of the many adjustments tliat leaving their family and Chronicle Slaff ' need to be dealt with. friends or because they miss Students go through many their town, school or work. different emotions at this "1 was sad about leaving Calling all crafters! time no matter how many my friends and my girl- Durham College's Annual Fall years it has been done. friend," said Jason and Christmas Craft Show is "Moving back to residence Thompson, a first-year jour- set to kick off on November was easier because I've nalism student. 22, 2003, and spaces are filling already been through it once, The residence staff gets to up fast, but I still miss my family and see all of the students who For only $50 a booth, ven- home to an extent," said live on campus every day and dors can enjoy a eight by four Jason Sager, a second-year notice attitude changes in foot booth, with a table, two Professional Golf students throughout the year. chairs and a white vinyl table Management student. "As tlic students settle in cloth. There are now more stu- and start meeting new people Pictures of the products dents on campus going they start to become more being sold are required before through this experience comfortable and relaxed," a booth can be secured. "We because of the campus expan- said Chris Haze, the general do try to restrict it to home- sion, which included 350 manager of the residence. made and handmade stuff new residence rooms Although students arc only," Roberts says. Many students experience away from home and their Each year, 70 to 100 ven- emotions such as fear, excite- parents they are not com- dors gather at (he DC craft ment, happiness and sadness. pletely free of rules. show and nearly 1,000 The fear involves being The residence still enforces browsers take in the local fare. alone for the first time, who a number of rules to ensure "It is a great chance to view their roommate might be and the safety and comfort of local vendors' stuff and to also the fear of change. everyone in the building come out and support your "It was a scary and intimi- because everyone living there community," says Michelle dating experience moving deserves quiet time to study Roberts, co-ordinator of the here because I was away from and time to be loud. show. home for the first time," said The rules help bring the This will be Durham's sev- Mike Austen, a first-year same amount of respect to enth annual fall and craft Business Marketing student. everyone who lives in the show. The craft show is a one Excitement and happiness building. day only affair, held on Nov. come because of the chance "We take a very reasonable Pholo by Undsay La Fraugh 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. of a new independent life route when enforcing the WELCOME BACK: As the school year starts General admission will be and a new home. rules and most students are again, new and old residents rely on one another $1, but DC and UOIT staff and "I was excited and looking also reasonable," said Haze. to adjust to the changes of being away from students are admitted free home. with ID. New vision for downtown Oshawa By Sajid Khan Chronicle Staff "Downtown is starting to tile city aims at not only mak- swing back because of com- ing downtown a place to play, munity energy." but a desirable place to live. Tattoo parlours, pawn- The decline of downtown Early this year, Atria devel- shops and social service Oshawa coincided with the opments, a Toronto-based offices line the urban suburbanization of the city construction firm, began a streetscape, filling the spaces during the 1960s and '70s. $12- million project to rede- between vacant storefronts. Downtown businesses were velop the former Bond Panhandlers stand at cor- eclipsed by suburban shop- Towers office complex into a ners and in alleyways, ping centres and strip malls. 160-sulte luxury condomini- scrounging loose change from A report this year by the um in the heart of down- passersby. Clayton Research Association town. A lineup forms outside a estimates that downtown Despite the number of pro- soup kitchen, people in Oshawa has lost up to 10,000 jects currently underway, scruffy clothes hungry for a jobs in the past 15 years with Parkes and Sherman believe hot meal. commercial vacancy rates the future of the downtown This is the face of down- standing between 30 and 49 core depends on sensible zon- town Oshawa today. per cent. ing and direction on the part But 40 years ago, it was an Since 1996, the city has of city leaders. altogether different place, a taken several steps towards "We've got superb services home to prestigious jewellers, revitalizing downtown, in this city but they are not all grand hotels, department installing new streetlights, Pholo by Sa|lo Khan ideally situated," said Parkes. stores and cinemas. street signs and building the POTENTIAL ABOUNDS: Once a bustling business "You don't want a The sidewalks bustled with new YMCA. centre, downtown Oshawa has lost the shine it methadone clinic or a casket people who came to meet, But with the opening of once had but still overflows with endless possi- shop on your main street dine and window shop. Ontario's newest university in bllies. downtown." Downtown was the place Oshawa this year and the sub- Parkes' vision for down- to be 40 years ago and if resi- sequent influx of students town focuses on creating dents had their way, it still into Oshawa, there is more used as a multi-purpose com- new facility and they want it attractive pedestrian-accessi- would be. demand than ever to turn munity theatre, staging films, downtown," said Darryl ble streets that offer a mix of The need for a revitalized downtown into a desirable live productions, and con- Sherman, chair of the shopping and dining possibil- downtown is the number one place to live and play. certs. Downtown Oshawa Board of ities. issue in the coming munici- In 2000. the city purchased Earlier this year, the city Management. "We need ttie "We have a vision for a pal election. the Regent Theatre, an aban- began to consider the con- opportunity to [make down- healthy, balanced, family- "Residents want a family- doned movie house built in struction of. a new arena town] an entertainment dis- friendly downtown," said oriented, vibrant downtown," 1920. Scheduled to re-open downtown for the Oshawa trict,' which we don't have in Parkes. "If we have that focus, said Louise Parkes, city coun- in 2005 after extensive reno- Generals hockey team, Durham Region," we can make it a real destina- cillor for wards five and six. vations, the Regent will be "The community wants a The vision for revitalizing tion." THE CHRONICLE September 30; 20&3'T 9' NEWS Hop e for a smoke-fre e world

More than 25 years ago The Canadian Government Ingram quit smoking. Now, made It law that a person Quit now as a result of his years of must be 19 years of age or smoking, he has been diag- older to buy cigarettes; but nosed with pulmonary fibro- wlicn Ingram was growing up and thank sis. the legal smoking age was "Thinking about my only 16. younger years, nothing could "Kids couldn't smoke until every stop me from going they were 16 and if tlicy were yourself where I wanted, but now vounger they would have to smoking lias," said Ingram. "I tilde from any authority. If am confined all day to my the younger kids were caught for it lazy boy chair." smoking by a police officer Pulmonary fibrosis eats they sure got it, said Ingram. away at a person's lungs until "Then police officers would they have nothing left. bring the kids down to the later Ingram's lungs are so depleted station for a lecture or give that lie must depend ci oxy- them jail time. But people By Stephanie Mason gen every minute of every find ways to get cigarettes at Chronicle Sla(f day. any age. I am a good exam- Smoking is a dying habit. He is aided by several ple. 1 began smoking at .the Literally. inhalers to open up his lungs age of 15." According to the Lung for emergencies, nose drops, In Canada, cigarettes are Association of Canada, every rehabilitation therapy to keep legal products that are avail- year more. than 40,000 his body active and various able for consumers, said Canadians die from smoking- pills to keep fluid from gath- Ingram, and cigarettes still related diseases. In Ontario Photo by Slophanio Mason ering in his lungs and back. continue to be accessible. This alone, about 12,000 people A MESSAGE FOR STUDENTS: William Hugh Each aide Ingram uses pro- is an issue that has to be dealt will die each year. Ingram, 83, urges atudents to quit smoking vides him with a bit more with soon before the problem Common diseases such as because "It win kill you." comfort, although no amount of under-age smoking pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, of medicine wiH allow him to becomes worse, lung cancer and heart disease who die from second-hand of 20 and 24. live a normal life the way he Ingram hopes that one day are all a result of smoking. smoke related diseases. Those figures were down 2 used to. smoking cigarettes will be The Ontario Lung However, there is some per cent from a survey done "Back then when we start- banned for everyone. Association said that people good news. In 2000. ed smoking, it was the thing "I think it's stupid for any- who smoke cigarettes are four Health Canada statistics Because of their habit thou- to do, people didn't know any one to smoke," said Ingram , times more likely to die from show that the number of sands of people suffer from better. People didn't know who is now encouraging peo- smoking-related ailments smokers has gone down. In smoking-related diseases. that smoking would actually ple to rethink whether they than from a car accident, sui- 2002, 21 per cent of Canada's Durham resident William kill you in the end," said take up smoking or not. cide, or AIDS. population, aged IS years and Hugh Ingram, 83, wants to Ingram. "If I knew back then, "Nowadays people know Hie These, statistics do not older, smoked. 31 per cent of tell students that it's never what 1 know today, \ would- sidu effects and thai It's very include those non-smokers them were between (tic ages too late for them to quit. n't have he^un to smoke." bad for their health." Financial Aid saviour for college stud ents

Research firm used 1,941 students aged 16 to 21 who The average scholarship is $1,500 and is awarded Say goodbye to were planning to attend university or already attend- based on a number of factors, including hobbies, ed. sports, heritage, field of study and marks. The survey found more than half of the students The awards are not based solely on academic per- who had a current summer or part-time job could not formance and scholarships are also given to your tuition provide enough money for one school year. mature/part-time students, seniors and students who Tiffany Oram, first-year General Arts and Science live in single-parent homes. student, said her parents paid for tuition this year. For more information, contact Bonnie Lester at problems " I work around 20 hours a week and some of my (416) 322-3210 or [email protected]. money is going towards paying for next year's For students who want to earn extra money during tuition." tlie year, The Ontario Work Study Program may pro- By Tinicia Cameron So far, Oram has saved $1,000 and the majority of vide on-campus, part-time employment to students Chronicle Staff her cheque goes into her savings account. demonstrating a financial need. The types of jobs the last 10 months working real- For Adam Breurkes, second-year Electronics vary from ski instructor, sales associate and general You've just spent to student ly hard to get into college or university and finally all Engineering Technology student, a full-time summer laborer. Applications can be submitted hard work has paid off. You receive your accep- job helped pay for tuition. support services and approved students can review your an interview with the tance letter in the mail and find out your tuition pay- "I wasn't eligible for OSAP and I didn't want to go job listings and arrange month. that route anyways, sol worked and saved money." employer. ment is due next become bad is that you have no idea how you're While some students may get lucky and have a The Student Line of Credit has increasing- The news the as a for students to going to make your full tuition payment in only 4 full-time summer job, others aren't as fortunate. ly popular over years way OSAP is another way to help finance your post-sec- finance their education. weeks. students are allowed to The good news is financial help is available to any ondary studies. It was designed to help students from With TD Canada Trust, lower income families meet the cost of post-sec- borrow a maximum of $8,000 a year for four years. students who need it. . half that amount. The majority, of post-secondary students.who have ondary education. Part-time students are eligible for don't always realize the wide Chris Rocha, director of financial aid at Durham, Cindy Thienpont is a Financial services been in this position for TD Canada Trust at Townline variety of financial options that are available. says students are expected to contribute to post-sec- Representative bursaries, a student line ondary education and OSAP isn't designed to cover Road in Oshawa. With OSAP, scholarships, around 30 students have for a of credit and the work-study program, students have the full cost of school. "This year applied of to cover those bills. "Online OSAP assessments determine how much line of credit and around 90 per cent have been a wide variety ways said. According to www.studentawards.com, a free money a student will get. If a sludent isn't satisfied approved," she scholarship search service that helps university and with, the estimate then they come to us for an With a line of credit, students only pay the inter- find more information on scholar- appeal." est on what they have borrowed. college students a student were to borrow $8,000, the average ship's and bursaries, the average tuition increase in Around 47 per cent of Durham College students If to seven per cent higher than receive OSAP with an average loan of $5,500. monthly interest payment would be $36. 2000/2001 was three "It's that students the previous year. Durham College may provide emergency loans in Thienpoint says, important The average cost for a student living away from exceptional circumstances to students waiting for make their monthly payments on time and it's also a $13,000 per year. their cheques. way for students to establish a good credit history." home is more than she has some The Web site found that a student working part Budget counselling is also offered at the financial With that in mind, very important from 21 to Aug.30 for aid office to help students budget for the school year. advice to offer students in college and university who time (25 hours/week) Jan. need of financial assistance. $6.50 an hour, would make $5,200. Studentawards.com recognizes the need for finan- are in dire In many cases, this would only be enough money cial assistance. More than 1,000 scholarships and "Parents should start saving a lot sooner and stu- the cost for post-secondary education awards are given out to students who go to the Web dents should put a little bit aside every time they get to cover half too to save and saving such as tuition or residence. site and apply. All applications are do are due by the paid. It's never late money A survey conducted by Uthink Youtti Marketing end of March. something is better than nothing." Friday the 13th spent in Port D over By Jamie Gray Chronicle staff intersection, a couple of police officers were directing the bikes around all the peo- As I lay in bed, the sound ple. of rain hitting the roof made The police were there to me cringe. All week the make sure (he day's events weather reports were predict- went smoothly. I only saw ing rain, but weather reports them directing traffic and are notoriously wrong. Not standing around. Whenever this time. My plans were this many people gather in written in stone by this one spot police arc needed point, so not going wasn't an just in case, even if they are option. not really required. The date was Friday June Trying to find a place (o 13. Tills was the only Friday park was almost as bad as the 13 this year. finding a parking spot at Tills date is synonymous Durham College, but helpful with motorcyclists from bikers pointed us in the both U.S. and Canada, and direction of a lot that wasn't means just one thing, the full yet. Or was full, and had Port Dover motorcycle rally. partially emptied 1 would Port Dover Is a small town imagine. It worked out we located on tlic norlli shore were parked a stone's throw of Lake Erie, with a popula- away from a group of Hell's tion of about 5,000. Angels members, who were Every Friday tlie 13th, having a good time like starting in 1981, motorcy- everyone else. clist converge on this small The day provides some town for a day of food, live entertainment, but the entertainment and mainly main attraction is all the for the appreciation of bikes. Every make and type is motorcycles. Even In rainy represented. Even for some- weather. one who Is not Into motorcy- "It's quite a phenome- Pholo by Jamlo Gray cles all these bikes is a sight non," said Bruce Reeve, the PORT DOVER MOTORCYCLE RALLY: Every Friday the 13th thousands of to see. editor of Cycle Canada motorcyclists converge on this small town located on the north shore of We didn't stay long, iibout Magazine. "For years before Lake Erie. two hours. Just enough time all this, there was nothing to walk around, buy a t-shirt there. The people brought and see some of the phenom- their own entertainment, dry. 1 was wrong. I arrived at growing in my mind. This the same passion is what enal machinery on display. and en(oy the company of my girlfriend's house an hour experience would change started the Port Dover ride, The day was more of a learn- other motorcyclists. Reeve later, soaked. My feet, my me, and the way I see this and why it continues. ing experience than it was did not make It to Dover this upper body, and most of my culture I am becoming a part Somewhere between about how long we stayed, year, but has gone in the past pants were in need of ringing of. Hagersville and Jarvis, on We spent an entire day on more than once. out. The only part of me that The closer we got to Port highway 6, 1 noticed an older this adventure in the rain, Riding motorcycles has wasn't wet was a portion of Dover, the more bikes we gentlemen sitting on a vin- but the ride to Port Dover is been a love of mine since my legs from mid-shin to saw. Rapidly, we were becom- tage motorcycle waiting to what stands out for me. The 2001, and making the trek to mid-thigh. ing part of a convoy. pull out of his driveway. As build up, then the sea of Dover from my home east of After another hour, wait- Most of the participants in he waited/ he had a wave and motorcycles and the people Blackstock seemed a natural ing for the dryer and getting this event are Harley riders, a smile for every motorcyclist who ride them. Awesome, progression as my obsession Jade ready, we were off. and some are members of that past by. When I got just awesome. The motorcy- grows. However, my spirits By this point turning back biker gangs. Thousands upon home later I wrote about him cle culture is alive and well in were dampened slightly would have been easy,' but I thousands of the air-cooled in my journal. Canada, yet well hidden. because no matter what, I had something to prove to twins rumble over the usual- "Without a doubt, that is Until all the bikes gather in was going to get wet. myself. ly quiet countryside of high- the true essence of a motor- one place, who wouYd know? Preparing for the ride The rain let up around way 6. cyclist. He didn't care what Again I quote a passage included an outer shell of Oakville, and the weather Then there are the sport people were riding, just that from my journal, "Every rider bright yellow. It is hard to remained decent the rest of bike riders, myself included, they were riding," I wrote. who was in Port Dover knows look cool riding in a yellow the way. Finally a chance to riding predominately Arriving in Port Dover was something that people who rain suit. No matter though, think about something other Japanese motorcycles with a overwhelming. The sight of don't ride could never under- the day is about a lot more than being wet. The road, the few Italian and British bikes about 50,000 people, and stand. The joy. How a 20 than looking cool. ride, how muddy my baby mixed in. about 30,0000 motorcycles minute ride can melt away 1 left my house around 9 was...ah mostly though how But regardless of the type was a lot to take in. Jade and the stresses of life. and make a.m., thinking the rain suit the feeling of being part of of bike, the company of I couldn't believe what we one feel free. I don't know would keep me somewhat something much bigger was other people who sliare in were seeing. At the main what I'd do without a bike." New DC and UOIT buildings to be energy efficient

Ru .laplrio I nuuronro !.. i,»»^ ;_..-. »i.- ___.....i,, __.._ r/-... r> . i . . . , . .. , .. . By Jackie Lawrence ing heat into the ground," says Ken Bright, projects and reduce the amount of. pollutants released into the Chronicle Staff i . manager. air. . ',. "What we're doing is pumping water-down'into the As well, a green roof Is currently under way which ground through a series of tubes. The water goes down will increase insulation, as well as act as a storm water You're busily going about your business: doing the and injects heat energy into the ground, and we use that management system to slow down the flow of water dishes, or perhaps laundry. Maybe: you're watching an as a large heat tank," says Bright. He went on to say that after a storm. important playoff game when suddenly, the power goes in the winter, the stored heated is taken back out. After the completion of the south wing, the justice out. You are now totally incapable of accomplishing "We take the heat that's in the ground and? use that centre and the manufacturing centre last year. Bright anything. , to heat the building," he said. : and his team were congratulated for greatly reducing . The blackout that occurred this summer brought the The BTES system is relatively new in Canada, but has the amount of pollution that was produced. In fact, over issue of saving energy to the forefront. No lights, no air been used in Europe for some time, 500,000 tonnes of pollution was reduced. conditioning and no power at all made iis all realize the "So we're saving energy by not using a cooling tower, "With the previous buildings, we exceeded the absolute necessity of conserving energy. and by reducing, me number of boilers we need," said national energy model by 30 per cent," said Bright. " Here at Durham College and UOIT, many plans are in Bright. He went on to explain that nofhaving a cooling With the new buildings under way, we hope to raise the works to make the expanding new university one of tower will save about six million gallons of water a year. that (savings) to 50 per cent." the most energy efficient buildings ever built. To put this system in place, numerous wells are Not only will these new installations save energy, but Currently UOIT Is being served by the central plant, required to pump the water into the ground. Workers in the long run, they will prove to be cost efficient as however, .with three new academic buildings expected are currently digging 385 wells, each being 650 feet well. to be finished by next fall, a new system will be in place, deep. . "There's a seven-and-a-half year payback return on The Borehole Thermal Energy System, or .BTES, an As well as the BTES system, many other systems will investment," said Bright. energy efficient method for heating (lie new university be installed in UOIT to conserve energy, i Students can expect these energy efficient practices

, State of art will be installed. , the humidifiers, hollers and a new energy to be put into place with the opening of the three new "Instead of using a large cooling tower, we are reject- efficient chiller system will all help to conserve energy buildings belonging to UOIT in the fall of 2004. THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003^ 11 NEWS RLAs provide student support overwhelming. include movie nights, BBQs, role of the resident life advisor getting people out of their Advisers But help is closer than some sporting events like aerobics or involves a lot. rooms and being social. think. Sometimes even next squash, in addition to work- All resident life advisors "We contribute to the resi- door. shops to help residents do attend a weeklong training dence by being friendly to Resident Life Advisors are their laundry or cook healthy program in August before the everyone and taking that extra hired to students who have been hired meals. residences fill up and their time to get to know people's to help students ease into the It's not an easy job by any jobs begin. The training pro- names," Carmichael said. changes of being away from' means, though. gram covers topics'IIke conflict The position involves heavy make a home. Interested students apply in resolution, time management, tasks, on top of their own They're available for stu- early spring. Chris Haze, gen- and how to plan successful schoolwork and social lives, dents to talk to at anytime and eral manager of the residence events, and as Williams said, it play a huge p.irt in the social along with two assistant man- For the most part, students requires sacrifice, meaning difference life of residence. agers and the Director of have a positive reaction to the cuts to their social lives and Advisors are contracted to Residence Life Campus Living advisors and are not reluctant being careful how they carry work 24 hours a week plus one Centres, head up the selection to talk to someone wlio is themselves. By Amber Dunseath on-call sliifl where they must process, choosing which appli- their peer. Enforcing rules can also bo Chronicio Slaff stay in the building in case cants would make the best The 13 advisors are strongly hard for (lie resident advisors, their help or services are need- advisors. backed by the management especially when it comes to ed. They also plan, organize, Haze explained that his staff. enforcing them on friends. You're miles away from and put on events for the stu- team looks' for positive atti- But even with the team of "It's tough to be liard on home for the first time, room- dents. tudes, flexibility, maturity, managers behind them, Haze your friends, but you have to ing with a complete stranger, Weekly events run by the and the ability to affect agrees that the jot) of (he advi- draw the line," Williams said. adjusting to a new city, and resident advisors help promote change when deciding on sor is not easy. "It's the job." trying to get into the groove of social activity among the stu- their choices for residence Kent Williams, a second- The job, difficult as it may a brand new lift-style at college dents, getting them out of staff. year advisor, explained being seem, isn't based entirely or university. hibernation from their rooms Diversity also plays into the an advisor means being there around work. It can all he difficult and and meeting others. Events selection process. for the students at all limes, "It's the most interesting "The residence has a diverse sacrifice, as well as going that job you'd ever find at college, group of people living liere extra mile, even if it means you meet lots of people, it's a and it's reflective in the RLAs staying late to lielp someone paid position, as well as a great (resident life advisors)," said out. experience overall," said Haze. Haze. "The personality types First year advisor, Sarah As crazy and hectic as it DC and of the RLAs are very diverse." Carmichael, said it includes may all seem, it's been worth There is no doubt that tlic running events for students, it, said Carmichael. UOIT staff Reach Centre offers honoured support for stud ents By Ben Wannamaker Chronicle Staff and a recent picture are pro- jected onto a screen. All guests receive an agen- Continuing with over 10 da featuring the order of with disabilities years of tradition, the facul- events, and profiles on all ty at Durham College will be those who are celebrating celebrated on Oct. 2. their anniversaries with the At The LVIV Hall in college. The profiles feature By Erin Pereira ergonomic chairs and sign language inter- Oshawa, DC and UOIT staff a recent photo and a short Chronicle Staff preters. will be honoured for their summary about the recipien- Blanche said that in the last two years the years of contribution and t's history with Durham. centre has accomplished a great deal. service, more specifically Until this year, no one Graduating from university or college is hard "We have a higher profile in the college," she those staff with 10, 20, 25, had been with the college for almost everyone. But what if you had a dis- said, "People are becoming more aware of the 30 and now 35 years under long enough to warrant a ability? Would it still be possible to achieve that issues of students with disabilities at the post- their belt. 35-year landmark. But Ted degree or diploma? secondary level." Each year Alice Shiner and Brij Logani have The Reach Centre, located in room B297 of She said that in the last two years staff in the Lytwynchuk and Lauren earned a new their spot at the College, provides services and support for Reach Centre has doubled and that additional Barker co-ordinate the the ceremony. Shiner began students who have diagnosed disabilities. faculty are sitting on committees to try to help event, making it as extrava- his career at the college in "We provide Support, so that it brings stu- students achieve a more inclusive and barrier- gant as they can for these 1968, as a professor of dents with disabilities up to a level playing field free environment. people who have dedicated a Technology, and is currently with other students," said Willona Blanche, But public awareness does not just happen. significant amount of time teaching statistics. director of. the Reach Centre. The Reach Centre does more than just work to the college. "It's an excellent college, Blanche explained that when a person's dis- inside the school. "People can look forward and an excellent working ability creates a disadvantage for them, the cen- "We go into high schools and do presenta- to a good time, good food environment," Shiner said. tre will work to set up supports to bring that tions," said Blanche. "We meet with students and good entertainment," "I've felt noreason to leave." person up to the same standards as any other who may be interested in coming to a college or Lytwynchuk said. "Everyone Like all staff, Shiner student. university some day. We are not focusing on in attendance will have a appreciates the hard work Services are provided for many disabilities, just those that want to come here. We'll talk to good time, and those hon- that Lytwynchuk and Barker including blindness, deafness, physical, psychi- anybody." oured will be treated like put info the staff apprecia- atric, medical and learning disabilities, as well Community and teacher presentations are celebrities." tion ceremony. as services for students who are liard of hearing another way that the Reach Centre is able to The 2003 Staff "It's a good opportunity or have low vision. keep the public informed on the issues of dis- Appreciation dinner will to meet people in a different More recently, the Reach Centre created a abilities. take on the theme of an environment," Shiner said. specialized program for students witli learning "We're always going to be continuously get- Oscar awards ceremony, Festivities begin at The LVIV disabilities. ting out the information," said Blanche, who complete with red carpets, Hall at 6:30 p.m with cock- "We call it the Enhanced Support Program," explained that even with promotional material, celebrity imitators, arid stat- tails and entertainment, and said Blanche. seminars and Web site information, there are ues. dinner will begin at 7:30 The program uses a learning strategist-and an still people who have no idea about places like Those who are being hon- p.m. At 8:30 p.m those with adaptive therapist to. help students in their the Reach Centre. oured this year will get the anniversaries will be hon- school environment. . "As far as we're concerned," she said, "when ultimate celebrity treatment. oured with individual pre- But there are many accommodations the a student comes to the door a student is a stu- When the recipients' names sentations. One complimen- Reach Centre has available to students, includ- dent, and there isn't a lot of difference in the are called, they will-walk up tary ticket is available for ing simple things such as assistance with orga- way they're treated." the stage and be greeted by each staff member. See Alice nization skills, study skills, counselling, time Last year the Reach Centre worked with close President Gary Polonsky and Lytwynchuk in room A113 management techniques, academic support, to 380 students, with the figures for this year Board Chair Ralph Williams. with the Communications extra time for tests, and more. still coming in. They will then be presented and Marketing department It also offers more advanced accommoda- But Blanche did say that by tlie looks of it so with a gift, as a baby picture for details. ' tions such as taped textbooks, note takers, page far. the number of students using the program magnifiers, tape recorders, software packages, will be far greater this year than last. 12 THE CHRONICLE SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 NEWS Automobile manufacturers offer rebates Discounts offered to uate programs. The eligible vehicles included in recent college and Toyota's graduate program are all new and unregistered Echo, Cclica, Corolla, Matrix, RAV4 and Tacoma university grads models. Toyota certified used vehi- cles delivered by an authorized By Tania Kwong Toyota dealer arc also eligible. Chronicle Staff There is a list of vehicles witli allowances for each. For thc- 2003/2004 Tacoma and Celica, the Graduation brings many great allowance is $1,000. The 2003 Echo tilings a or a Sedan is $1,000 while the 2004 degree diploma, Echo sometimes even .1 job. But to many .Sedan is $500. All Toyota cer- students, nothing is more exciting tified used vehicles have a $500 than a great discount on a brand allowance and finally the 2004 new car. Echo Hatchback lias a $200 one. Several automobile manufactur- Voikswagcn's college graduate ers offer grad rebates, including program requires grads to have full- Mazda, General Motors, Toyota time jobs and the buyer's monthly and Volkswagen. Nissan is also payments have to be less than 25 coming out with a newly- per cent of the monthly income. revamped graduate program slated With the special college grad lease to be similar to Mazda's. offer, the lessee doesn't have to pay Mazda's grad rebate program the first monthly payment or secu- requires a university degree with a rity deposit either. minimum course length of three Pholo by Tania Kwong While most automobile manu- years. College graduates need to MAZDA 6; One of many models Mazda Canada Inc. offers a facturers do have grad rebate pro- have taken a minimum of (wo grad rebate on. grams, one of the most popular years. All schools have to be recog- companies does not. nized by the provincial of "Honda Canada and their Acura Ministry division do Education. award depends on the model of not offer cash Incen- "Graduate car. Rawlinson. tives or rebates of any kind/' accord- rebates arc such a great The 2003/2004 Miata, MPV/B-Series All automobile manufacturer's idea for recently graduated students 4X4 have cash ing to a Honda Canada customer awards of $1,000. pretty much have the same guide- relations representative. for the simple facts (hat people want The 2003/2004 Tribute, B-Series 4X2 lines, General cars to drive to work and Motors also requires While there are so many compet- they want and 2004 Mazda 6 have cash awards recognized colleges and universities itive discounts after paying for expensive of $800 and all 2002. grad programs to choose from, models have a and minimum program lengths of students usually have their favourite tuition," says Bradley Rawlinson, $750 award. two and three Business Manager at AjaK Mazda. "It years respectively. cars already picked out by the time gives students incentive to General Motors will give grads they graduate. Mazda Canada Inc. will pay a purchase new vehicles that they $1,000 to Undoubtedly, there cash award, a portion of which spend on new GM vehi- won't be much of a problem trying may be reluctant to even look at cles. Saturn, Saab and Isuzu also includes the GST. The size of the because of the to choose the right one. Grad pro- price," says belong to GM and offer similar grad- gram that is, not car. Trying to bridge gap between students and alumni By Cristelle Wisdom er, we re Chronicle hoping to do some activities on campus that are energetic and Staff that will create a want to get involved, and profile for us within the current are able to put some thought into the alumni student body," said Connor. Are you concerned that you don't have any- It's association," said Connor. to important that students know that as They are looking for thing put on your resume? Look no further alumni, they can back volunteers who would, because the Student Alumni come and use the athletic like to join an association that can help you Association can centre at a discounted price, they can use the develop help. library, and they can your skills by taking part in planning The Student Alumni get discounted tickets to events, developing friendships, and making an Association is a new events such as a Blue Jays game, or Canada's group on campus this fall. Wonderland. imoact on campus and in the community. It's a student-run organization that If you would like to volunteer, you can drop by will help The students come up with what they want to the bridge the gap between current students, alumni do on Student Alumni Association office, room and staff. After campus to promote the alumni association C208, and talk to Lori Connor. students graduate, many aren't and what the association can offer students aware of the alumni association, or that they are after Connor encourages students to get involved a of they graduate. because it's a good to part it. Lori Connor, student alumni advisor In an effort to promote the way promote the alumni and alumni officer, is alumni association association and show students what benefits hoping that the organiza- within the current student body, it's important are tion will help heighten awareness on campus. that available as alumni. It can also help enhance the students involved have high energy your resume, create "By bringing a group of young alumni togeth- "We want to get a job opportunities and help group of spirited students students strengthen their everyday skills. Online registration survey offers $100 prize to DC and UOIT students Used textbooks available By Cory Philllps to students in Tuck Shop Chronicle Staff "my campus" that will help to give feedback and or improve the for The Web process next year. Registration Steering Committee The survey consists of seven questions per- By TInlcia Cameron of Durham College and UOIT is offering a taining to the ease or of prize of a $100 difficulty the online Chronicle Staff gift certificate for the campus registration process that students went bookstore simply for filling out a survey through while registering for classes this year. Do you have old textbooks that you online. An additional comment section need to get rid of? Are Durham completes the you looking to buy textbooks for a cheaper price? If so, College and University of Ontario survey and urges students to state any prob- Tuck the Institute of Technology students were Shop in the Student Centre has your answer lems they encountered or tips to help better Starting next week, the Tuck required to register for classes using 'a new the system for next Shop will be taking used online year. books from students who no longer need registering system this year. The new Placing your student ID number at the them. Brine in format was in place to bot- your textbook and set the price you want it to sell for provide greater conve- tom of the survey automatically enters you in nience to all students starting or Eight per cent of the profit will go to you and twenty per returning to a draw for the $100 bookstore certificate, The cent will go to the Tuck a program. winner Shop. If no one buys the book with- will be chosen and contacted via e- in 13 months, it is returned to The registering was done through the "My mail on Oct. 16. its owner. Business and psychology books are the most Campus" section of tlie school's Website for Only one entry per person. All popular so the 2003-2004 school responses bring in your used textbook or go in and get one at a cheao- year. are confidential and your ID number will not er price. - A Web registration survey is now in place in be associated with the results of the survey. Stud ents' need s addressed By Jade Vincent Chronido Staff per cent." Arthurs said consumers With the provincial elec- would be able to clioose an tion approaching candidates insurance plan best suited for have promised money saving them. If a consumer's place ideas to college students, of employment covers part of including more post-sec- their insurance they wouldn't ondary funding, tuition cuts be forced to buy (lie same and a large decrease in auto insurance through their insurance. insurance company. There The candidates for the would be no insurance dupli- Pickcring-Ajax-Uxbridgc rid- cations, saving the consumer ing are Janet Ecker, represent- Pnolo by Jndo VinconI hotooy Jado' Pholo by Jndo Vincent money. ing the Progressive P.C CANDIDATE: LIBERAL CANDIDATE: NDP CANDIDATE: Edwards would like to initi- Conservative Party, Waync Janet Ecker Wayne Arthurs Vern Edwards ate a non-profit, public auto Arthurs representing the insurance program, which Liberal Party and Vcrn tern, would have a liuge Edwards, who also lias a Along with post-secondary would reduce premiums for Edwards representing the financial burden, so he son in the post-secondary sys- funding all parties would also good drivers by 20 per cent. New Democratic Party. understands how high tuition tem, plans to lower tuition like to stop the hike In car Tins public Insurance pro- One major issue each party costs are. costs by 10 insurance, another major gram would not take age into

member said needs to change Along with a t , per cent but expense for most students. consideration, only driving is funding for post-secondary tuition freeze The steps we ve still'tin provide- - ' Ecker said the PC Party records. education.

By Jessica Verge and skill of writing. A non-profit orga- to speak at a Writers' Circle retreat. groups does not require membership Chronicle staff nization; the Writers' Circle provides Tlie Writers' Circle, founded in in the Writers' Circle. Writing circles, a supportive environment for the pur- 1995, offers a variety of resources for some of which are aimed at a specific Jack Torrance was a solitary writer. suit of the craft. writers. Breakfast meetings, held on group such as kids or seniors, provide He retreated with his family to the With members ranging from poets the second Saturday of every month, writers of all levels of experience with Overlook Hotel in search of .a little to journalists to romance book edi- excluding August, are an opportunity the chance to share their work and peace and quiet while practising his tors, the goal of Writers' Circle is, for writers to take in a talk from those receive constructive criticism. craft. There he sat alone, hunched "putting writers together with other in the field and network with others, McLeod urges those who are shy over his typewriter, and began to writers," says Annette McLeod, cur- a chance they would not otherwise about sharing to attend a Writers' write. But seclusion didn't work well rent president.Thpugh McLeod is a have. The cost for the breakfast meet- Circle event anyway and just sit and for Torrance, the protagonist in 16-year veteran of the Toronto'Sun ing is $12 for members and $15 for listen. Janes believes joining a writing Stephen King's The Shining. and currently a senior writer and edi- guests, circle is the best thing a beginning Obviously Torrance had never tor, the Wrfters' Circle gave her an Workshops and seminars educate writer can do. heard of the Writers' Circle of opportunity to pursue her other writ- writers about such topics as the busi- "They will make contacts light Durham Region."Writing is a pretty ing Interests, ness of writing and novel writing years faster than on their own," she lonely thing," says Aprille Janes, past Her involvement with the Writers' from A - Z as well as letting them says. president of the Writers' Circle. It Circle began over two years ago fol- meet others with similar interests. Annual memberships cost $15 for doesn't have to be. lowing an invitation from member The Writers' Circle is affiliated with students and $40 for adults. For more The Writers' Circle joins writers, Dorothea Helms, a freelance writer many individual writing circles information, call 905-259-6520 or both new and experienced,''from chil- and Creative Writing teacher at throughout Durham Region, though visit their web site: www.wcdr.org. dren to seniors, In promoting the art Durham College's Uxbridge campus, joining one of these writing support 14 THE CHRONICLE SEPTEMBER 23, 2003

OAA Afghan refugee finds looking for new new life in Port Perry artists John By Herron while attacks the US were of grade 11, Chronicle Staff Najibullah regime against By Shannon Campbell Hazrat and thousands of Saudi origin, Hazrat believes He also contacted an orga- Chronicle Staff Sal Salamat of Port Perry Afghani civilians were caught the same to be true of tlie nization called The Office of was forced from Afghanistan in the middle. Taliban's organization in the .United Nations High Do you feel as if you are In 1979, sliortly after the In 1992 Najibullah was Afghanistan. Commissioner for Refugees. the next Van Gogh, Soviet Union invaded his removed from Kabul, Before the attacks took The organization was estab- Picasso or Warhol? The country. Afghanistan's capital city, by place, Hazrat and his sister lished in 1950 by (lie United Oshawa Art Association is He made Ills way to Canada tlie Mujahidecn fighters, but were able to flee Afghanistan Nations General Assembly, looking for you. and has created a successful not before Hazrat's hand was to (lie neighbouring country and takes action to lead and The OAA is designed to living for his family by operat- injured by a bomb exploding of Tajikistan. His mother was co-ordinate international provide educational work- ing a number of Subway sand- in the battle for the city. not so fortunate and Hazrat is action to protect and resolve shops for its members and wich shops. However, unsure of here refugee problems worldwide. to form a strong founda- Now Salamat lias reached the fighting current where- It was through the UNHCR tion for the artistic com-

out to another young Afghani did not sub- abouts. tliat Hazrat was able to contact munity of Durham in need of a brighter future side as Iran The Taliban peo- Hazrat Is Salamat in Port Perry, and the Region and surrounding and invited liiui into his Port and Pakistan ple are very bad deeply con- process of getting him to areas. , Perry liome. p ro v i d e d cerned about Ills Canada began. The anpual member- Jawad Ghulom Hazrat has troops and people and are not former country "When 1 was made aware of ship fee is $25, beginning recently arrived In Canada and currency to the people Of and lias nothing Ills situation by tlie UNHCR in January. Members will is adjusting to his new sur- eme rgi n g but horrible and a cousin of mine, I was receive a monthly roundings. warlords of Afghanistan. memories of willing to do anything it took newsletter. Art Matters. He's attempting to put Ills their choice. Osama Bin to get him over here," said Every other Wednesday of best foot forward, realizing In 1994 ? Laden and the Salamat. ttie month a meeting is that he'll never forget his hor- tlie Tallban Taliban govern- "I've lived through the kind held at the Arts Resource rific past. militia was ment from of problems lie's experiencing Centre at 7: 30 p.m. The Hazrat was born 17 years born and by Jawnd Hiizrnt whom Bin and no one sliould have to do meeting will Include guest ago in Takur, Afghanistan. At 1996 the Laden received that." speakers and dcmonstr;'.- the time of Ills birth the coun- human rights catastrophes protection. Hazral is now in Canada tions from members of try was engaged in a bitter began as they captured Kabul, "1 dislike that man because and couldn't be happier. the struggle to free itself from the "The Tallban people are' he dislikes the lives of inno- "The government of OAA. Soviet- implemented rule of very bad people and arc not cent people," said Hazrat. Canada protects their people,' The OAA unfolds its Dr. Naiibullah. the people of Afghanistan," "1 think Bin Laden lias a said Hazrat. Fall Art l-'estival, Oct. 2, 3, \ n l » - c u in m u 11 I s t said llnzrat. mental problem." "In Canada tliere is law and 4, and 5 at the,,Jubilcejj Mujnhideen forces backed by Tlie majority of tlie hijack- While in Tajikistan, Hazrat 1 can live without fear, and I'm Pavilion, Lakeview Park, tlie US, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ers trained by Al Quaida for became involved in school free to continue my educa- Oshawa. and others clashed with tlie the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist and was able to graduate from tion." Green Party left out of television leaders debate

By Rachel Birss MacDonald. Because of this they want Chronicle Statf In British Columbia the Canada to be a place where a Green Party received 12 per party like the Green. Party is At the televised leader's cent of the vote in the last not necessary. debate on Sept. 23, three polit- provincial election. According to MacDonald if ical parties were represented. Although this didn't trans- pollution trends, social deficits Nine are running in the late to seats in the provincial and democratic deficits were Ontario provincial elections legislature at the next election, reversed, the Green Party this year, but they weren't all it shows that they are gaining wouldn't be needed. invited to the debate. support in British Columbia. It is the philosophy of the One party in particular felt If the party were to gain party to consider the next that it deserved to be a part of enough support to obtain seven generations when mak- the CBC event. seats in the legislature at the ing policy. The Green Party is an estab- next election it would be a This has led to many youth lished international party first for the Green Party in and student - oriented poli- which has elected members Canada. cies. throughout Europe, Australia, MacDonald attributes their "Education is a major con- Africa and the Americas. ratings in the polls in British cern for the party," said The Green Party of Ontario Columbia to the fact that they MacDonald. has candidates in 102 of 103 were invited to the televised Green Party policy includes ridings in Ontario, yet they debates in that province. ideas to freeze post-secondary haven't been getting any seri- The results for the Green tuition costs, and to eventuaf- ous media coverage. Party in the Ontario election ly lower the cost of tuition. "That is our biggest obsta- may be very different because The party would also try to cle/' said Michael MacDonald, they aren't being given the Institute a system that would the Green Party candidate in same opportunity here. enable students to pay off the Ajax-Whitby riding, and a People don't want to vote loans through community ser- graduate from Durham for a party they know nothing vice. College. about. Candidates for the Green It has been frustrating for Green Party policy is differ- Party feel that their policy candidates who can't get their ent from that of any other would be beneficial for all peo- message across because they party. ple, not just youth and stu- haven't been receiving media "We are the only party that dents. coverage. wants to render itself obso- "Everybody needs clean air, "If Frank dejong, the leader lete," said MacDonald, and everybody needs clean of the party, had a chance to The main goal of the party water," said MacDonald. > speak on TV, it would change is to reverse damage that has "Everybody wants to have a the political landscape of been done to the environ- vofce in our democracy, and Ontario forever," said ment. most people don't," THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003 15 LAMPUS NEWS Make money by cruising On-campus around in your vehicle jobs available

By Erin Pereira The wraps cost about their gas costs, and car pay- Chronlcio staff______$2,000. ments." to students in If you are one of those busy "It can't be missed," said For many people, getting an people who always have places Wali. "Billboards have become advertisement depends on to go and peopfc to sec, the part of the landscape and where they live and how cost of a vehicie'vnid its main- other advertising mediums much driving they do. Wali tenance can be expensive. have become kind of com- explained that people who need of cash But what if there was a way mon. So we tend to Ignore drive frequently, travel large to make money, just by dri- them," highways, and park in busy ving your car to work or Wall estimates that a pri- parking lots will be more like- school? By Sabrlna Albis vate wrapped car is seen by ly to get an advertisement Chronlcio Staff Raymond Wall, a 24-year- approximately 750,000 people placed on their vehicle. old entrepreneur, has found per month and big fleet vehi- Car owners who arc accept- (lie answer to that question, cles, sucli as delivery vans or ed into the program can make Student on-campus Jobs arc available now if you want to About 2 1/2 years ago, Wall taxics arc seen by more. as much as $350 a month. be part of the action. and a business partner created But it's not just advertisers "There arc monthly audits," Openings are available for minor game officials (six a company called CarWraps that are benefiting from these said Wali, who explained that openings), official scorers (two openings), public address Outdoor Advertising, located rolling billboards. each vehicle displaying an announcer (one opening), school mascot (one opening), In Mississauga, Ontario. Anyone with a car, if advertisement is subject to video person (one opening), and concession stand (two The idea for (he company accepted, can benefit from the odometer checks, advcertisc- openings). came from the United States, CarWraps company. ment maintenance and adver- The minor game officials at volleyball and basketball where Wall had seen public "We have an online regis- tising inspection?- Some vehi- games arc responsible for scorckceping, timing, shot clock, vehicles carrying third party tration," explained Walt. cles even have Global or computerized stats, and statistics at all Lords home var- advertising while lie was vaca- "People can go to our Web site Positioning System (GPS) sity games. tioning tlicre. and register their vehicle after tracking units Installed. These Official scorekeepers for basketball and fastball are When he returned home, telling us a little about their allow the advertisements to be required to keep scores and be at all Lords home varsity Wall discovered that it was llfestyle, demographics, the tracked over the Internet. games. possible to turn just about any type of vehicle they have and And now, because of a new Public address announcer must act as an announcer at all vehicle Into a billboard on the type of driving they do. sticky plastic material that can Lords home varsity games for all sports. wheels, at a reasonable price of From there, their name sits In be put on and peeled off easi- The scliool mascot is responsible for being Lord Durham course. our database until we match ly, vehicle owners don't have at all Lords home varsity games, special events, school tours " 1 did a lot of research down them up with an advertiser." to be concerned about damag- and other public appearances. here," he said. "I saw that So, it's kind of like a dating ing their cars. The video person is responsible for taking care of set-up, there was a need for it." sep/ice for your car to meet The product Is a dry-strip- take-down, supervision, and taping all the Lords home var- A need indeed, he was right! advertising companies! pable vinyl created about 31/2 sity games and half-time contests. Since he started wrapping Currently there are close to a half years ago by 3M Canada They will attend volleyball and basketball games. cars in 2001, Wall's business, 5,000 people in the CarWraps Inc. Concession stand employees at volleyball and basketball the first of its kind in Ontario, database. Wall said his biggest piece games are supposed to take care ot set-up, take-down, has taken off. "Not everyone who registers of advice is to have patience supervision and inventory at Lords home varsity games. He lias done many wraps will get an advertisement," when applying to participate The stand will be selling popcorn, pop, and hotdogs. for companies such as Nike, said Wali. "We've had a in (lie CarWraps program. Most of the jobs include training and don't require expe- Adidas, Universal, Rcebok and tremendous response as far as Check out www.carwraps.ca rience but it would be an asset. the Labatts Brewing Company, people interested in covering for more information. For more information contact the Athletic Department. The phone number is (905) 721-3040, or email [email protected].

Athletic Centre on look-out for DC team managers

By Sabrina Albis forms and make sure they Chronicle Staff are well kept, prepare the uniforms for laundry after Looking for a job that's games, be responsible for school oriented? statistics as directed by If you are, then this one is coaching staff and provide for you. assistance to coaching staff There are openings for and players when needed. team managers for men's The manager should be basketball, men's soccer, on time, dedicated and have men's basebaH, men's vol- towels and water ready at leyball, women's basketball, the bench area. women's soccer, women's Managers must be com- fastball. and women's vol- mitted to the team. leyball. "We have several posi- The responsibilities of a tions available and it's a team manager include great way to get involved at attending all varsity games the school, on campus, meet and practices, ensuring all people and of course earn equipment, medical kits, money," Ken Babcock, and uniforms are prepared director of athletics, said. for all home games and For more information stored properly and securely contact the Athletic after events, and ensuring Department at (905) 721- they are prepared for all 3047 or via email at away games. [email protected] Team managers must also a or drop by the Athletic maintain inventory of uni- Centre in person. 16 THE^BOWCLE: .. SERTEMBER.30,-2003

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Car crashes remain the largest OPP targets cause of death for children aged one to nine. "A ticket is $110 and carries people not two demerit points, but a life is irreplaceable," said Bernard. Drivers with passengers wearing under (lie age of 16 are respon- sible for making sure they wear seatbelts. seatbelts If the passenger is under age and not wearing a seatbelt, the driver will be responsible for By Tania Kwong paying the fine. Chronlcio Staff "Being officers out there we have to deal with a lot of the Buckle up and listen up! carnage on the highways, and The Annual-F-all Seatbelt we see the effects of not wear- Campaign is officially under- ing seatbelts firsthand," says way. It started on Sept. 29., Bernard. and will run until mid- Although people may think October. ,.. they're not in any danger by The OPP conducted several not wearing a seatbelt for a trial runs in Durham Region short distance, they are sadly before the actual c.impai^n misguided. started. Officers arc usually According j|iu^ (lie Ministry stationed at on/off ramps lean- of Traiisportrition, the average ing to highways. So there's .n*' person takes more trips turning around for tliose wlio around the neighbourhood don't have their seatbelts on. Photo by Tania Kwong than long-distance ones. The "We're to make checking HIGHWAY PATROL: OPP Constable Bernard and a fellow constable check chances of being Involved in a sure everyone is buckled up for Perry car crash close to home Is that a safe drive," says OPP vehicles for seatbelt use on a highway offramp in Ajax. much greater. Constable Perry Bernard. get a better view. People also liave to be care- ing a seatbelt blitz. So. it is no surprise that According to Bernard, the Blitzes, as they're often ful not to let the validation "We'd like to see all people most deaths and serious colli- most difficult time for catch- referred to, are useful for riot sticker pn their plates expire, wearing seatbelts because sions resulting in Injuries hap- ing offenders is in the late only catching people not .because (hat means another wearing a seatbelt does in fact pen in cars travelling under 65 afternoon because of the glare wearing seatbelts, but for other ticket with another charge'of save your life," says Bernard. km/h. from the sun. It makes it hard tilings as well. .^110 or more. According to the Durham The OPP hopes ^-fhat its for the officers to see if people ’’Sometimes people don't So just because people are Regional Police, in 2001, 40 blitzes will continue to' teach arc wearing their scalbelts or have liceQCes"or their licence wearing their seatbelts doesn't per cent of all victims of fatal that not wearing seat- not. But don't &^t too excited has-; bticn'1 'suspended," said mean they won't have to crashes on Ontario highways Eeopleeits is a serious^f(ogsp and because they will stop cars to Bernard. worry about other charges dur- were not wearing seatbelts. always will be. w"; "y- Come dians put on clas s act the duration of the show. Many successful co.medi- Two local At school the two comedi- ans do not have a post sec- ans built upon their existing ondary education, but Young talent to make people laugh. points out that a'diploma and comedians Young and Bieber, learned degree with ta^e a comedian such things as how to draw in further into his or her career. owe their an audience by facial and Currently, Young and body expressions and experi- Bieber have formed a partner- menting with the tones in ship. success as their voice. "Andrew and 1 have come Their materials for shows up with a comedy road show were taught to them through called Headliners," said entertainers steps and sequences. Bieber. "It's almost like an essay," "Our show usually consists to their said Young, about the study of Andrew and l.-.Tt lasts of creating a joke. "A lot of around two h.O.urs,' Fprj.Mgger work and effort is put into shows our friends' '"join the telling one single joke. 'act." .’^^ .’’"., Young also explained Young credits his success to where his material for a show his college experience,- "’;"’. comes from. ''. '"If it for' school, I ©l^ations "My jokes are mostly from weren^ By;Stpphanie Mason wouldn't . lylJK^ learnt, the past experiences, family technical pitting on ChtDatcf&staff encounters and odd thoughts asi^tof v ' a show. (^iftlBiearid l'work I might have had." -together to bQok/^efcup':;and .M^W 1^- Making peo- Young gives an example of 'do' promotiotis'^Lfoj^our ple^Ugh for a living is seri- a joke he came up with from shows." .,’; ^,^^^. OUS'lMjsfness for two comedi- a simple answering machine Young said.thaftleadliners an^M^ndrew Young and message. plans to spread their;laughter Caroline Bieber. "My grandmother called east toOshawa arid tHe,rest of ’ ^t^priot just by luck that my house and left a message. th^E$urham Regiori. ? ';- twtfarca,- comedians have per- While she was leaving me a /?Two comedians' arid- now forined'^ ^famous clubs message, my grandfather had entrepreneurs made .^heir throughout; Toronto, includ- picked up the phone and was Photo by Stephanie dreams come true, by receiv- ing: Second-City, the Rivoli listening to her conversation FUNNY GUY: thanks Humber ing a higher education and and the Oasis; with the answering machine. Andrew Young College following their heart. for his success as a ' It was education. My grandfather thought my comedian. Bieber put it best. "Anyone Oshawa arid Toronto resi- was grandmother talking to grandmother and grandfather "You certainly'don't need thatv wants..-..-^^vwinvu^unn;- to become a come- dents Young, 24, and .Bieber, someone suspicious, so he arguing with each other/'said any sort of education in corn- dian should really dive in and

21, went to Humber College interrupted her conversation Young. . edy, but th^program helped perform; 'And ifit [f just feels ' [f for two years to learn how to arid they began to argue. Bieber said school was an me to ^ake a Ipt of funny right"'-'-' then" they'" should' ' dive" capture an audience's atten- When I got home to check Important step in pursuing thoughts'and ideas and find into their education." tion and entertain them for my messages, I heard my her career as acoriiedian. an plitlet for them." Monday Night Football .35 cent Wing Night

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said Harris. "0 negative, Canadian which is the universal donor, can donate blood to any- body." Thirty nine per cent of Blood Canadians have 0-posltlve blood, while only seven per cent have 0 negative. Type-0 people are said to be natural Services leaders and born achievers and are likely to be accoun- tants, politicians, therapists test DC and salespeople. "(Hood typing is a special event," said Harris. "Everybody needs to know students Iheir blood type. You get a card, you put it in your wallet and (nit it away for safekeep- By Tania Kwong ing." Chronldo Staff The way Canadian Blood Services determines blood type is simple. They take a Ever dream of being an sample of blood and mix it actor sonic day? If your blood with Anti-Sera types A and B. is type A, then it may be in Depending on which one the cards. reacts to the blood, they can This tongue-in-cheek determine the type right analysis was offered by the away. Canadian Blood Services at Canadian Blood Services' Is their free blood typing clinic a non-profit organization that Sept. 24. in the pit. People supplies blood to about 58 were able to find out not only liospltals in Ontario alone. what blood type they were, For students who are extreme- but also cot a laugh at being ly afraid of needles, they told which career their blood Photo by Tania Kwong don't recommend doing type slotted them Into. The REGISTERED NURSE: Judy Hogan performs blood typing test at Durham College blood typing at their mobile test only takes a few minutes. for the Canadian Blood Services on Sept. 24 clinics. According to Canadian "It was okay; it didn't hurt Blood Services, a 50-yeai-old Recruitment Co-ordlnator at blood group. About nine per cent of at all, just a little prick," said Japanese belief says that dif- Canadian Blood Services. Type AB-blood is the small- Canadians have blood. Mackenna Senkiw, a first-year ' type-B ferent blood types can deter- People with type-A blood est blood group that only People with this blood type Journalism student. mine certain occupations. It's are said to be sensitive and three per cent of Canadians are often adventurous and For people who missed out a fun idea tliat raises aware- considerate and are often share. People with this blood optimistic and are most likely on the blood typing clinic, ness for the clinics. police officers, lawyers, actors type are said to be proud and to be cooks, photographers, there will be one at the "Each blood type falls into and writers. About 42 per cent easygoing and most likely to designers and journalists. Durham College Whitby cam- a different occupation catego- of Canadians have type-A be team leaders, "The most common blood pus on Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. ry," said Sue Harris, Clinic blood, the second largest singers/actors, and teachers. type in Canada is 0 positive," to 1 p.m. What DC men are lookin By Sabrina Albis has no personality." late. If you say 10 minutes don't be many friends herself." Chronicle Staff Brent Roe, 20, currently in police half an hour." April Belliveau, 19, also in early foundations, doesn't mention looks Now that you see what a guy looks childhood education agrees with at all, "I want someone who is flexi- for in a girl, let's see what five girls Armstrong on guys liking girls that In the movie How to Lose a Guy in ble, understanding, caring and inde- think guys like in a woman. are openly sexual and sexually.active. 10 Days. A journalist named Andie pendent. I don't want a girl that's Shannon Alexander, 20, an office "They want a girl who is smart,'pret- Anderson (Kate Hudson) writes for a possessive, narrow minded or too administration medical student, ty, thin, honest, and promiscuous. magazine called Composure. Because dependent on me." thinks guys look for a mix of person- They don't want a girl who is stupid, she writes all the "how-to" articles In UOIT for biological sciences. 17- ality and looks. ugly, bitchy and pushy." she decides to date a guy for 10 days, year-old Ricardo Hanipaul, wants "Guys like someone honest, loyal, So there you have It, what not to while doing everything imaginable to someone who gets along with his good-looking, friendly and outgoing. do to get a guy and what to do. Of annoy him, just so she can write an friends and can be expressive. They don't want someone that's rude, course, this is not foolproof because article on how to lose a guy in 10 days "I want a girl that has beauty, intel- selfish or skanky." . every guy has his own tastes but this ' (hence the movie's title). ligence, that can have a good time. Carol Austin, 35, also in medical is just a guideline. Maglietta gives the Anderson picks her victim at a bar . Someone who is compatible with my administration agrees with Alexander best advice overall saying that girls while out with friends and she ends friends and is able to communicate on the traits guys do and don't like. have to stay true to themselves. up choosing Benjamin 'Ben' Barry her feelings and listen to, mine." "They want a girl who's outgoing and " Don't fake who you are. Just be your- (Matthew McConaughey). The only Harripaul doesn't like a domineering friendly and likes to drink beer. They self." Thafs the best advice when it glitch is Andie ends up falling for Ben personality. "I don't like nagging, don't like girls that are too quiet, comes to getting a guy. (and vice versa). clinginess, possessiveness or a girl introverted, or slutty," Were the girls oh target in guessing Anderson tries everything.to get rid always wanting to dominate me." Sacha Ghent, 19, entertainment what guys really want in a girl? In of Barry, everything from talking Conor Gilhooly, 18. Trent history administration student, thinks guy's some ways yes, in some ways no.. about having kids, to buying "him a major wants, someone he can have a want someone who is smart. "They Many of the guys mentioned looks. puppy and letting it urinate on his conversation with. "I want someone like someone intelligent and they intelligence, being nice and easy to pool table. So if those things drove a who's easy to talk to, gets along with don't like a girl who's-pessimistic or talk to as traits they want in a girl. guy nuts in a movie what pushes the ray friends, and someone with agood lazy." However none of the guys said they average guy buttons enough to stay sense of humour. I don't want a girl Kit Armstrong, 20, studying early wanted a girl that had a perfect body away from a girl? who's overly sensitive or possessive of childhood education, disagrees with or a girl who was promiscuous so the Do girls know what makes a guy our time together, not letting me do both Alexander and Austin on guys girls were not right about that. stay clear of a girl? Girls and guys at things with other people." not liking promiscuous girls, "They . Also it seems the guys were more Durham College give their opinion James Maglietta, 22, an advertising want someone who is friendly, outgo-, Interested in personality then looks on the do's and don't of dating. student, said what annoys him about ing, with a good body, who is easy to which means that girls think about Mechanical engineering student, a girl is when she has no personality, get along with and someone who is their looks far more then guys do. Matt Ducey, 19, wants some personal- she isn't talkative or if she's just easy to get into bed. They don't want So maybe the old saying Is really ity in, a girl. "I want looks, personali- downright boring. "Calling all the someone clingy, stuck up, who does- true. ty, humoiir and 1 don't want some- time when I'm hot her boyfriend Is a n't get along well,with their friends, Men are from Mars and women are one who's stuck up and selfish or that huge turn off," he adds. "And being who is too smart and who has too from Venus. THE CHRONICLE September,.30 2003 / r '21 NEWS Protective programs offered Research shows 100% employed upon graduation By Gory Phlllips Chronlcio Staff policing. "There arc so many jobs There are many different out there waiting for new avenues theses days that can recruits," says an optimistic be taken to enter the world of Deject. law enforcement. The Durham Regional Here at Durham College Police Service and Durham there are several programs College have a partnership offered geared towards a with the same goals in mind, career in one of the protective training future police officers services, including; Law and and finding jobs for those Security Administration, they have trained. Public and Private About 25 Durham Investigation, 911 Emergency Regional Police officers help Response, Police Foundations train about 700 other officers (January start) and Legal in areas of law enforcement. Administration/Law Clerk. "They in fact have all of After completing one of their training personnel resi- these two-year courses, stu- dent here at the college," dents have the option of explains Dejeet. transferring into tlie U01T for Faculty members for the an additional two years to try Durham Regional Police and for a Bachelor of Arts in the college are exchanged, to Integrated Justice Sllidies, a better train students and four-year program. police officers alike. The school of Criminology The police use DC students and Integrated Justice at for training scenarios that UOIT teaches concepts, theo- simulate car take-downs, ries, critical thinking, victims bank robberies and domestic '..rights, ethical decision mak- disputes. Pholo by Cory Philups ing and many more areas, Taking n program tliat POLICE PARKED ON DURHAM SITE: Police cars parked at Durham Co«ege to Fhe proud Dean of the deals with law and security or help with protective programs School of Justice at Durham policing may help in finding College is Bert Dejeet. a job with a police force, but "We rank ourselves first in it isn't necessary.Anyone can ATS testing centre by phone of a shuttle run and obstacle "If your application is the GTA," says Dejeet. "We take the required tests that or e-mail. When you select a course," says Penney. "Upon selected you will then be sub- are part of a college that's will lead you into a job with a testing date and give a pay- successful completion of ject to two interviews with a highly desired." regional, municipal, provin- ment of around $288 a con- these tests you qualify for the panel of police officers, a After taking programs cial or national police force, firmation package will arrive B-PAD, a video simulation background check, a psycho- through the School of Justice not just graduates of a related in the mail," explains test that places you in the logical evaluation and finally at Durham College, graduates course. Penney. shoes of a constable respond- a complete physical by a are highly sought after, , One such individual is" Durham College has on- ing to a variety of police situ- licensed doctor/' explains according to Dejeet. Mike Penney. As the holder of site testing facilities that stu- ations." Penney. "Our graduates are 100 per a BA in sociology from Trent dents can train at to prepare Penney has successfully "If you are eligible, you can cent employed upon gradua- University, he has just com- for initial testing. completed all three of the be offered a position with the tion, according to our pleted the three tests that will "The initial testing is made aforementioned tests and is police force that has chosen research." lead him into the application up of the newly initiated currently in the application you. If you except, you will Although it may not be process required in order to PATI, a general aptitude test. process. be sent to Aylmer, Ont. and with a police force, students become a cop. the WCT, a writing compre- He is one of many recent given three months training still find jobs in other related "To begin the testing hension test, and the PREP, a graduates vying for a job with at the Ontario Police College areas like security or private process you must contact the short physical test consisting any of Ontario s police forces. at a cost of $5,000." Fight hard to get a parkin By Sabrina Albis daily from September to ridiculous! mits were.being handed out. Erin Tooley agrees with Chronicle Stalf______August. There are not enough park- "Parking passes were made Mackinrion. "It's too much Homer Simpson once Ashlea Hunt, 22, who works ing spaces for the amount of available only on a first-serve money for a parking pass described the act of driving as at the Durham College park- drivers here and the walk from basis and yet I pay to come to when you aren't even guaran- gas, break, honk. Gas, break, ing registration desk, agreed the parking lot is too far. There this:school and I have no place teed a spot or your spot is in a honk. Durham College stu- parking has been hectic and should be day passes or more to park. Nor will J get a park- big lake of mud." dents have another way to she knows why; parking passes to go around." ing pass when the waiting list Chris Dobbs thinks public describe, the act of parking at "With the new university Legal Administration stu- is already 600 students long." transit is a better option than our school. A pain in the ass. being here and all the students dent Kayla Hewett thinks Mike Vandervoort thinks driving yourself to school. Students are peeved with graduating from high school parking needs to be better parking is time-consuming. "It "There is no point in driving the lack of parking, the and coming here we sold out planned. "The parking is a dis- takes 35 ^minutes to get here to school, especially when for amount of traffic and liaving of parking spots the second aster and it's very disorga- and 45 minutes to get a spot. $2001 don't even get a spot. It to walk from far-away lots to week of school. nized," she says. Someone was not thinking. sucks! Take the bus here." get to their classes and Into' We do have a waiting list Aaron Smith, 18, a Police You should give us parking Graphic Design student the school itself. and anyone on it is pretty Foundations student, thinks passes for free or at least free Donna Druckmuller thinks Students gathered as early much guaranteed a spot" construction is the culprit. coffee while we wait in the many spots are being wasted. as August to get parking passes Despite the reasoning "Parking is not good now but freaking line-up!" "It's not really fair that the for the overcrowded school behind the overcrowded park- looks like it will be a lot better Nick Macklnnon doesn't parking people tell you the lot parking lot for this year but ing lots and shortage of conve- once construction is done." have to walk very far from his is full but when you drive past spaces were reserved quickly. nient parking spots many stu- A few other Police parking space but he isn't them you find 20 empty spots. Students are still left without dents at Durham are fed up Foundations students voiced happy with parking pass The parking just sucks! Last parking spots now. with the situation. their opinions on parking as prices. "It's stupid. We pay year it was cheaper too and And to make matters worse Adrienne Jones, a Graphic well. $200 a year to park a 10. there were so many places to the price of parking permits Design student, thinks more Geoff Thompson wasn't minute walk away from the park. It's not cool. I feel like ranges as high as $192 to park parking spots are needed. "It's pleased with the way the per- school. Ridiculous." we are all getting ripped off." 22 THE CHRONICLE SEPTEMBER 30, 2003 CAMPUS NEWS R a c i n g t o fi n d a h o m e she sleeps." Greys in Cotton also tauglit Uma how to walk up and down the steps and taught her to stop before a sliding door to need of see if it's open. Uma was taught the basics that most dogs take for granted. Once the dogs are in adoption GINA's lianils, they are By Stephanie Mason cleaned. "We use special Chronicle staff sensitive shampoo and shower the dogs, We scrub Quietly lying on its belly, them down. We check their a greyhound observes the bodies for scrapes, cuts, crowd of smiling faces. Its injuries and ticks. A veteri- owner stands beside the dog narian also check the dogs to and answers questions to see if they are healtliy," said people Interested in learn- Moody. ing more about her precious When the dogs arc clean, friend. A small hand reach- foster parents will take the es over and lightly strokes greyliounds back to their the dog's back. It's the hand home. A foster parent intro- of a little boy. The boy had duces a greyhound to a never seen such a unique home. animal. He gently strofces "We currently have 10 back and forth across the foster parents," said Pauline dog's smooth, soft, silky fur. Wdsbach, GINA volunteer This is not an unusual who's in charge of fostering. occurrence these days for "But we are always looking this thin elegant dog; she's for people who want to save used to it. The dog, whose another life off the track." name is Uma, is relaxed and and even though they don't "They don't make good "The parent helps to recog- just happy to be loved. But a own a grey, they put their watchdogs cither," said nize the dog's strengths and year ago Uma might not have heart and soul into doing Cotton. "Uma won't bark at weakness," s«iid Cotton. known how to react to such what they can do for the anyone. She's very friendly." "Foster parents will train and affection. dogs." GINA's description of grey- look after the dogs for a three- Last year she was racing, So far GINA has found hounds says it best: week period." but not fast enough. Bred to homes for 115 greyhounds in "Greyhounds are friendly and "What makes GINA special be one of the finest racers, Ontario. social by nature as a result of from all other organizations, Uma's destiny as a champion "The faster we find homes constant contact with other is that there are no surprises," on the track did not go as for greyhounds, the more dogs and trainers in the rac- said Cotton. "An adoptive planned. She didn't win a room and time we will have ing kennel. They are affec- parent will be well informed single race, which meant she to get future greyhounds," tionate dogs that thrive on of their grey's behaviour and was no good to her owner said Moody. attention and human com- needs." any more. She was excess Currently, in the United panionship and make mar- Before any adoptive parent baggage. But unlike thou- States, 15 of the 50 states velous household pets." receives a dog, they must first sands of rejected greyhounds, have legal operating dog In order to receive such make an application, and if Uma is lucky. She has found races. beautiful animals, there are accepted, they will be inter- a home. "Florida has the most," several steps that GINA must viewed. Dog racing is a popular said Moody. "There are 17 follow. "It's a screening process sport in the United States. tracks in operation, GINA deals with mainly that has not failed us yet," People pay big money and Approximately 25 per cent of three tracks in Iowa, Florida, said Moody. "We want to place bets on dogs that they all race tracks are seasonal." and Connecticut. make sure that our dogs go to think will win. Owners and Florida also provides GINA "We have a really good a caring home. And to make handlers depend on the dogs with the most dogs. In par- relationship with our con- sure the dogs will be treated to be fast and most impor- ticular, one greyhound tacts," said Moody. right." tantly a winner. The dogs named Uma came from Haulers transport the dogs If accepted, the adoptive will race until their race is Florida. to organizations. Haulers are parent may put in a request over,- "When I first got Uma volunteers who visit race- to have either a male or Every year more than from GINA, she was three tracks and collect the female dog. 25,000 retired greyhounds are years old," said GINA volun- unwanted dogs. Then dis- "Parents can choose the Photos by Stephanie Mason killed in the United States, . teer Renee Cotton. "Uma will perse the dogs to organiza- sex, but not an age or colour Surprising, there are no expla- be four years old in GREYHOUNDS MAKE tions like GINA, said Cotton. of a dog," said Moody. "All nations as to why some own- November. Uma was a racer. GREAT FRIENDS: "We meet the haulers in our dogs are special and ers and handlers would kill an She's a small grey and weighs From top: Greyhound Buffalo," said Moody. "We important. Our dogs range in innocent animal, but it hap- 58 pounds." owner and GINA vol- give them a donation for age from two to five years old pens. Fortunately charitable, Cotton first heard about unteer Renee Cotton bringing us the dogs." and can be any colour, since non-profit organizations greyhounds on the radio and sits with Uma. Greyhounds have a long there are 17 different throughout Canada and the wanted to help. Bottom: Uma poses road to travel. colours." United States are working "Having Uma has brought for the camera "The dogs we get often, In order to adopt a grey, together to find loving homes my mother and I such joy. have a very long ride ahead of parents must make a $400 for professional greyhounds They are wonderful pets and Web site, "Many people them. The dogs from Florida donation. that have retired from the make great companions." expect Greyhounds to be have a 24 - hour trip to deal "It's a small price to pay, racetrack. Students may have seen extremely energetic because with," said Moody. "Try to since all the money goes Located in Ontario, Cotton at Pet Smart in of their speed and previous imagine how you would feel towards medical care that the Greyhounds In Need of Whitby on Sept. 20. lifestyle, but in fact, they are if you were plopped down on dogs received, as well as it Adoption, GINA, lias been in "A bunch of volunteers actually quiet and cat-like in the moon without explaining gives GINA an opportunity operation for more than 21/2 from the organization come the house, and despite their what was going on. get more dogs," said Moody. years. together for meet and greets," size take up very little room. Everything is brand new to Cotton and Moody "GINA consists of many said Cotton. "We want peo- We affectionately call them them." encourage any persons inter- types of greyhound people. ple to know that greyhounds 40-mph couch potatoes." Unfortunately, most grey- ested in either fostering, We arc all volunteers," said are available to be adopted or And greyhounds are not hounds have not had the adopting, or donating money Cindy Moody, GINA volun- fostered." vicious. opportunity to be in a loving to visit their Web site, at teer who's in charge of pro- Most people believe that "Greyhounds wear muzzles home. Dogs that still race www.saveagrey.com. . motions and media, "Some greyhounds are very high in when racing, because it's eas- live most their lives In small But becareful, greyhounds have come from other groups energy and maintenance. ier to see which dogs wins the crates. are addicting, said Moody. and have been involved witli People also think that grey- race," said Moody. "When I first got Uma, she "If each of us did a little to grey rescue for more than 15 hounds are vicious animals. Greyhounds get along with had never been in a house," help rescue greyhounds, we years. Some have joined us However, greyliounds are just eacli other, people, children said Cotton. "Uma was so can make a difference," said after adopting their first grey. the opposite, said Moody. and other household animals, used to being in a crate, I still Cotton. "No problem is ever And others feel for the dogs, According to the GINA said Moody. have it for her. That's where to big." THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003 23

Events b o oming at th e pub

By Lindsay La Fraugh Chronicle Staff when explaining how he deals with letting underage stu- dents into an atmosphere Lectures, labs and studying where alcohol is being served. aren't the only things stu- Due to the number of dents come to DC/U01T for. underage students attending They want dancing, concerts college and university this and other activities that bring year, Ellis felt it was necessary fun and excitement. to restrict the number of The student centre, which underage students that can contains tlie pub, provides get into tlie bar nightly lo SO. much of the on-campus The limit wilt make both excitement and general man- Ellis and his staff's jobs a little ager Will Ellis is the person bit easier and it wifl also help who makes sure that all of protect its liquor licence. these 'events happen and run "I think the students smoothly for the students. understand," he said. Ellis oversees the Student Ellis lias received few com- Centre along with its liquor plaints about the Student licence and also works closely Centre tills year compared to with the SA overseeing all of his previous years working the programming. witli the Student Centre, This "If the students want some- most likely has to do with the tiling we try to make it hap- fact that lie was once a stu- pen," said Ellis. dent at tlie college for four New events were added this years, earning a diploma in year after students made sug- marketing and human gestions about what they resources, prior to becoming wanted to sec. First semester the manager. Ellis has experi- will include a battle of the enced the pub as a student bands night and in second and as a manager. He was also semester it will be followed by the vice president of the band wars. The traditional Durham College Student ' events like Hallowecn Pub As-sod.-itioii in iyW/20C<) and and Safe Sex Pub will also take Pholo by Lindsay La Fraugh ivent on to become tlie presi- place again. ROCKING OUT!: Karaoke at the Student Centre pub is a huge hit on dent in tlie 2000/2001 school "These events really had a Wednesday afternoons. Soon these singing hopefuls will be able to compete year. Ellis is with the i good turn out last year," said in Campus Idol. happy Ellis. Student Centre and how it is The Student Centre is open Sunday Night Football. Campus Idol contest. for the Student Association. presently running. He said he every night of the week with Students can also sign up "After the competition is Having to oversee a bar on enjoys running an open and the exception of Monday. for Campus Idol in the SA won here the winner will be a campus where there are honest environment and that Nightly events include Toonie office starting Sept. 29. The given the opportunity to par- many underage students and he is always encouraging posi- Tuesday, Traditional contestants will participate in ticipate in an Ontario wide being responsible for its liquor tive changes. Wednesday, No R&B a kareoke competition at the Campus Idol competition," licence is a large responsibili- "I always want to make a Thursday, No Cover Friday, pub during the afternoon to said Paula Doyle, Vice ty. difference wherever I go," said All Ages Saturday (16+) and try to win the DC/UOIT President of Public Relations "It's a challenge," said Ellis, Ellis. UOIT/DC online radio Epitaph goes hip hop station in the works for His content resembles Lyrics in the chorus take a By Ben Wannamaker that of conscious rapper stab at the ignorant con- Chronicle Staff Common, and he has the sumerist tendencies of start of next semester aggression ofKRS-1. American culture. Notorious punk label The track Los Angeles has By James Wigley the Epitaph, which has bred a stuttery feel to the sample, "Loud and stubborn Chronicle Staff_ provide necessary equip- such infamous punk bands which Slug flows with per- Loud and arrogant, ment, space for the station as NOFX, Pennywise, Rancid fectly, reminiscent of Double Is American as apple pie, A tentative plan is in effect and a tower. and the Dropkick Murphys, K from fellow Californian An embarrassment for an online radio station to Currently, students of the has shocked the punk world hip hop group People Under Packaged in a case, begin early in the coming year Entertainment Administration by signing their first hip hop the Stairs. Put it on display, here at Durham College. A program will hold most of the trio, Atmosphere. Shoes is a fantastic track "Look Ma'" another launch party at E.P. Taylor's is positions with the station. Atmosphere consists of that will bring you back to national disgrace." planned for Jan. 19. Auditions will be held for Slug (aka Seven) on rhymes, the time of Guru and The station will feature remaining spots, including on- Ant on beats and DJ Mr. Premier from Gangstarr. The On Liquor Lyies Cool July, independent music from every air personalities, when the sta- Dibbs. Fueled strongly by beat is simple, but Slug tears all eyes are on DJ Mr. Dibbs. genre, news and multicultural tion begins production. political happenings, the beat to shreds with his An impressive series of programming. They hope to Current station managers Atmosphere attracts a innovative lyrical style. turntable manipulations have a recording studio as Jason Pridham and Kris diverse fan base, from punks, The political content of flow perfect to Ant's beats. well. It will be heard through Dickerson admit that the pro- indie rockers and hip hop- the record is what attracts But just when you think it's the My Campus website and posed plan will go through a pers, to one of the largest most punks to the album. It to good to be true, Slug simulcast in the pub. trial and error process. "We're female followings on the is in-your-face, strong, and comes in with a verse so The station is in develop- building it from the ground underground scene. passionate. aggressive you'll need to take ment by Entertainment up, with nothing to start The debut album, Seven's On the track National a seat. Administration students as a with," said Dickerson. They Travels, is a healthy mix of Disgrace, Slug opens with a The fact that punk rock volunteer project. The non- hope to be permitted to use many different sounds and speech saying; powerhouse Epitaph is profit station will get start-up the rooms located in the cafe- lyrical styles. "This goes out to anyone its weight behind a funding from the school, fol- teria to build the station. Anyone who knows hip who has utilized there 15 Cuttingip hop group may sound- lowed by sponsorship and Programming will include hop will notice the surpris- minutes of fame to realize strange at first, but as soon as community funding. talk shows, student life, cam- ing similarities between their dreams of being an the first beat hits on Seven's Pending CRTC licensing pus events and news updates. Slug's lyrical flow and that of absolute jerk-off, just to keep Travels, no one will question approval the station could be Independent artists are Slick Rick. the masses entertained." their reasoning. on radio as early as next fall. encouraged to send in their But the school still needs to demos to be played on air. 24 THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003 The many sides of Hawksley Records, recently signed i(.s Europe-bound. first artist, Canadian folk An Intellectual, Workman A release singer, Sercna Ryder. said he attracts this similar Workman's Canadian pride trait in Ills fan base. swelled after his year in Paris, "1 have a smarter audience of a new where lie fled to escape the than most musicians 1 hang Canadian winter. with," he said. "The most " "As a Canadian, 1 tried to important thing is that I am run away from that. I've giving to that audience." album accepted It passionately. Music is a conscious cre- Winter is profound. The very ation for Workman, yet mis- natural elements that sur- ery is not his muse. "It's not a and start round Canadians are. They therapy for me to write, for colour our world. Our seasons then it would be a by-prod- are profound. Our climate Is uct." profound. Everything that Workman's musical of a tour happens in Canada, happens resume is made up of an big." abundance of melancholy By Shannon Campbell Workman is famous for melodies. Chronido Staff turning the simplest things in "I live with an underlying life Into grand expressions. sadness and I don't think that "1 think it's my way of sec- I am alone," he said, "Sadness Wine is bottled poetry, said ing things, in a life that some- feels unjustified in our soci- Robert Louis Stevenson. That times feels to be going in no ety, as we live with such' great would make Hnwksley direction. Not my life spccifi- wealth and great opportunity. Workman the finest of gropes. c;illy, the life of our society," When you fed I hat underly- A Canadian singer-song- "I have a fairly limited ing sadness it kind of gnaws vvritcr, Workman came out of repertoire of imagery that at you every day. You don't tlie shadows with his debut tends to be the persuasive ele- know how to reconcile it." release, For Mini and the Giris, ment of wliat I do." His lyrical From great sadness, comes in 1999. His follow-up was script reflects a liopclcss groat beauty. The Future 2001's provocative release, romanticism, a love for ciga- Language of Slaves, the sixth Last Night We Were the rettes, whiskey, the changing track from Lover/Fighter, Delicious Wolves. of seasons and tradition. whispers an insightful ques- A small collection of His choice of imagery is, "a tion. Christmas-themed songs were bit of a museum. I don't need "What would we do in our re-released in 2002, Almost A to have everything in it. Just last moments In time?" Full Moon. Workman's latest the things that inspire me Workman ponders a release, Lover/Fighter, came most." moment before answering. out this month and leaves his Lover/Hghter is a whiskey- "I wouldn't be afraid," he listeners grasping at the bottle soaked dccraratlon of hope, In says, adding, "1 think It might for a second pour. a time when everything be nice to be someplace Workman ivas honoured at seems to be hopeless. quiet." the 2002 Juno Awards, in St. LOVER/FIGHTER: Hawksley Workman unravels a "I find this record to be It's hard to imagine John's, Nfld. as Best New Solo lustful conflict with his latest disc. really sad, to be honest. I Workman's performance on Artist and awarded Best New thought this was a great Oct. 1 and 2 will be anything Video, for his memorable sin- the cold. The air is pure, but there's something really opportunity to make some- less than quiet. Serena Ryder, gle, Jealous of Your Cigarette. everything is pure, and it's a special about it. I didn't set thing a little more reflective of Peterborough will be Worman wrote renewal." out to write a really special and pensive. And have that accompanying him the entire Lover/Fighter after he Music isn't Workman's book. That's what it became." speak the loudest. I think it's tour. returned home last winter, only love, he released a poet- In August, the National a bigger departure than it "She's the real thing. There from his year escape to Paris. ry book in 2002, Hawksley Post published a five-day jour- actually is. I wanted to make a is so little of the real thing out He spent the season in hiber- Burns for Isadora. His passion- nal written by Workman. serious record, like a serious there," nation inside a century-old ate love letters to an imagined Beyond being a poet, song- boy is supposed to do." They have no plans for a brick schoolhouse in north- muse, Isadora came to life writer and multi-instrumen- Workman was anxious to duet, but "that could evolve." ern Ontario. He converted the accompanied by paintings by talist, Workman has mastered begin touring for As for future publication schoolhouse into a studio his mother, Beverly Hawksley. his craft as a record-producer. Lover/Fighter. plans, Workman hints at the where he created, .Before its publication he As well as producing his own "I feel like a little kid right thoughts of a cookbook. He Lover/Fighter. thought, "No one really ever albums, he has worked with now," he said the night might even consider an The past winter unleashed buys poetry books." such acclaimed artists ' as before his first show. accompanying disc. a potent creativity in Hawksley Burns for Isadora Tegan and Sara and Sarah He kicked the tour off at He seems to be headed in Workman. was nominated for the Slean. ' Barrymdre's in Ottawa, Sept. that direction with, Let's "The tension of that winter Pearson Canada Reader's "It's such a great honour 17. The Toronto double date Make Some Soup, from is heard in the record. Winter choice award, surprising the and experience to work is scheduled for the Phoenix Almost A Full Moon. is such a wonderful time for author himself with its suc- towards someone else's Concert theatre, Oct. 1 and 2. So, who knows? Some day creativity. It's a good time to cess. vision." He will be taking the tour Workman fans might be stay inside. A good reason to "I didn't really consider Workman has promised across Canada to Victoria, found swinging their hips in reflect, when the wind is when I wrote it. Maybe I was himself to produce something with many stops along the their kitchens to Hawksley's howling..." his voice begins a little irreverent to the after finishing his current way. Once finished his beat, while concocting fine to fade. "There's a purity in process. It's kind of quirky, tour. His label, Isadora Canadian tour, Workman is cuisine. Rancid' s back and Indestructible

By Nick Bronson bers in the band. and the Bastards and Rancid. been from Life Wont Wait. seven more songs to add to Chronicle Staff Guitarist/singer, Lars Like most of Rancid's new Both are good songs. Indestructible. Frederiksen and his team of releases, it takes some time to Armstrong suffered a However, don't be fooled After three long years, a bastards released the first get used to the different style break-up with his wife Brody, by a few songs about love. few side projects and a mar- album which Tim Armstrong of music they write from singer from The Distillers, The record aFso has songs riage that failed, this band is helped produce. Armstrong is album to album. Some big while . recording about homelessness, politics indestructible. Rancid is also the lead member of The sound .changes took place in Indestructible, "...if you and street life. finally back with a new Transplants, a group with a between Life Won't Wait and loose me girl, you loose a Start Now is a song with a album. weird style of music that com- the self-titled release in 2000. good thing, that's what I passive look at the state of the The title of the new album bines punk rock, DJ loops, The new Rancid record is know for sure..." says world; Arrested in Shanghi is Indestructible is a tribute to keyboards and funky drum different from anything the Armstrong in the song a testimony for the need to the Ramones album Too beats. band has done as a whole pro- Tropical London. After the have free speech in the world. Tough to Die. Some songs on the new ject. Some tracks like Out of couple split Rancid took some This CD is a good buy as far During the three years Rancid album sound like a Control should be on the self- time off to write some more as some punk rock CDs are between albums for Rancid, a cross between The titled CD from 2000, where as songs. When they came back priced, and at $18, it Is priced lot has happened the mem- Transplants, Lars Frederiksen Red Hot Moon could have to the Studio, they recorded well fora 19-songrecord, Fall movi e preview Horror By Cory Phllllps lovers the end of this month Chronicle staff you can Thurman, swears revenge on expect to sec some terribly pre- her old boss (Bill) and his dictably horror films. A team. The amazing stunts and Swarms of disappointed remake of 1974's The Texas action that Tarentino brings to get what movie goers flowing out of Chainsnw Massacre will lilt the viewers tills time around theatres everywhere could screens on the 17th re-living coupled with his unique style, mean only one thing, October the gory talc of Lcathcrface. should make Kill Bill one of they've is upon us. Scary Movie 3 (minus the the top grossing movies of the The mind numbing high- Wayans brothers) looks to be month. action summer blockbusters the same old spoof horror Halle Berry, Penelope Cm/ are finally behind us, and film, but without as many and Robert Downcyjr. star in wanted there arc still a few months to laughs. The House of the Dead psychological tliriflcr that is go until the production com- will bring /.ombics back onto worth taking a look at called Justin Krever panies release their prestige tlic big screen like so many KILL BILL: Quentin Gotlnka. It opens on the 24th. Chronicle Staff films for Oscar consldcriition. times before, Tarentino's latest film Another notable release is Horror enthusiasts What are movie fans to do? The Toronto International Ridlcy Scott's sci-fi classic film rejoice! The new instal- Well there really isn't too Film Festival wrapped up this movie that the whole family Alien: the Directors cut it will ment of (lie wildly popu- much tliat can be done. There month and many of its feature can enjoy, and it will hit the- hit the big screen on the 31st. lar Nightmare on Elm aren't many eye-catching fea- films will be hitting the atres on Oct. 3. Most orthe October releases Street and Frid.'y the tures coming this October, just screens within weeks. One much-anticipated range from low, to medium 13th franchises is here at an odd mix of films set for Wonderland, The Human movie is tlic fourth film by budget and vary in genre and last. All in one conve- release including children's Stain, Pieces of April, Elephant director Quentin Tarcntino, feel. Overall, there arc a hand- nient feature. Titled movies, action flicks, drama and The School of Rock are a Kill Bill. After emerging from a ful of films that might be Freddy vs. Jason, this and comedy. few. The School of Rock looks four-year coma, an interna- worth checking out, but noth- new flick produced by With Hallowecn marking to he a fun-filled jack Black tional assassin, played by Uma ing that can't be missed. New Line Cinema, and directed by Ronny Yu, features both Freddy back from the Krueger, and Jason Pennywise ashes Voorhees. Misfits By Lindsay Orser This time the two Chronlcio Staff band with 15 years under their iconic villains are belt brings tills new album to a engaged In brutal war- Pennywise lias been putting wliolc new level compared to fare against one another, explore out records since 1991 and their past albums, aiming while simultaneously now with their eighth album, some of their lyrics at the wreaking havoc on the From tlie Ashes, Pennywise recent tragedies around the children of Springwood. proves that they will remain world and colncidcntally In order to control past on lop in the punk rock music releasing the new album thefear that had taken scene. almost exactly two years to the control of the village of In songs like God Save the Adam Barry day after Sept.l 1, 2001. Springwood, the authori- U.S.A., the band sings about Whether you aie a ties created "internment Chronicle Staff problems with hirge grcvdy Pennywise fan or not, this camps" ro qu.ir.-nitint Punk Rock legends, corporations, tampered elec- ensemble 14 Imck record will the children hiiuntcd by The Misfits, have made tions and the "unmention- blow your mind with lyrics Freddy. Once all the their triumphant return, able" problem with perverted scream out about the comfort- and music fuelled by the "affected" children were with a dark, nostalgic priests. And lyrics like able living in the United States band's unshakeable beliefs in quarantined from the look back to the 1950s "Nightly news of tragedies - and liow everyone is oblivious tlie freedom of speech and rest of the neighbor- and 1960s. Where no one cares what's to the torn up world around their strong anti-establish- hood, Freddy gradually Jerry Only, the only right or wrong", "The obituar- them. These tracks and the ment position. faded from the picture. founding member of the ies front page news," only help rest only begin to prove that This is a highly recom- Springwood returned to Misfits, has kept the fire make their truthful words this politically driven band is mended "in your face" album, a quiet, peaceful neigh- burning with Project more heard to those who lis- getting better and better with which was released in stores borhood, and Freddy's 1950. ten. In the eighth track, every album they put out. everywhere on Sept.9. A must legacy of tenor was just a Marky Ramone (The Holiday in the Sun, the lyrics This Southern California record for all CD collections. distant memory. Ramones) and Dez Relying on fear as his Cadena (Black Flag) join primary source of power, Only for this tribute to dream demon Freddy the 1950s, with songs Bowling for Columbine Krueger, resurrects leg- resurrected with a punk endary Camp Crystal rock twist. Lake slasher Jason Covered on this Voorhees and manipu- album are such classics strikes viewers with style lates the hockey-mask- as This Magic Moment, adorned maniac to ter- originally by Jay and the By Rachel rorize the village. Once Americans. Debling his camera crew. terror takes Chronicle Staff Any patriot- over, Freddy Only does an awe- ic Canadian would appreciate is once again able to some job of capturing Michael Moore, the directo- the flattering light in which escape from the bowels the essence of the origi- rial genius behind such indie Moore displays Canada, and of Hell and return to his nal but still manages to hits such as Roger & Me and although only touched on old antics. keep the song up beat The Big One, brought his star- briefly, it is clear that he both When Jason crosses and heavy. tling documentary Bowling respects and admires our cul- the thin line between The Duprees, You For Columbine to DVD this ture. simply inducing a wave Belong To Me, was August, and it has not disap- Perhaps the most entertain- of terror, and actually changed from sounding pointed his fans. Packed with ing and somewhat tragic killing all of the resi- like a record played in Interviews and extras, the two- moment in Moore's quest for dents, Freddy becomes an old movie, to an up- disc DVD set is sure to satisfy truth is his meeting with NRA enraged, and declares beat, rock song with the hunger for his sarcastic spokesman, actor Charleton war on the masked one. solos and electric gui- and painfully honest assess- Heston. During the brief time The feud between the

tars. ments of the U.S.A.'s fascina- they spoke, the Moses-portray- two villains . escalates Even an Elvis classic, tion with firearms. er managed to stick his foot in throughout the picture His Latest Flame has Moore is quick to point out his mouth several times as he before culminating to a been given a face-lift by that he himself grew up with- tripped over questions with grand climax where Only. in a culture of guns in the sub- the agility of a newborn calf. these two behemoths The album is easy to urbs of Michigan. As a boy he While Moore's questions duke it out to the bitter listen to and even if you hunted and Is even a lifetime having nearly the same num- are never truly answered, his end. are not a fan of the member of the NRA. Rather ber of firearms per capita as powerful arguments could Preddy vs. Jason is a Misfits, you will enjoy than preaching about mis- the U.S. Moore visits Windsor make even tlie most avid gun fun, thrill fest. this album. takes in America's gun control and Toronto to try to under- fanatic ponder his or her Combining an over- Along with the policies, Moore takes the view- stand how to similar cultures choices. The sometimes abundant supply of gra- album, you get a DVD er on a journey to discover the could have such a difference graphic, sometimes funny and tuitous violence and filled with tons of live answer to America's cycle of in attitude towards guns, even always entertaining spin gore, with a tight, com- performances. violence and fear, going so far as to test the Moore puts on this on this pelling story arc, F vs. J is For around $20, this Canada is largely praised In rumour that Canadians don't highly debatable subject is one of the most enjoy- album is well worth it.. the film for Its low number of lock their doors by entering a well worth the $30.00 price able in both of the sagas. 'gun-related deaths despite few homes unannounced with tag. Jeepers Creepers 2 more for Cheap chicken the mainstream crowd wings and beer By Lindsay La Fraugh Chronicle Staff In the second film it ters were put into have been Weeks seemed as though the direc- seen over and over again in By Amy sells the best wings dirt- The combination of high tor and writers were trying to horror movies. Chronicle Stall cheap. The wings arc big and school football players and cater to the main stream By the middle of this Chicken wings. Everybody the honey garlic sauce rocks. cheerleaders trapped in the audience. movie it wasn't hard to loves them, Everybody can The best part is they're only middle of nowhere and The sequel was less-graph- notice others in the theatre afford them. Yes. Everybody. $2.49 per pound. blood and guts will usually ic than the original which making comments about its They don't need to be Friday, don't forget The fulfill till* average expecta- contained scenes where the poor quality and almost expensive, if you know where Otter & Firkin sclTs their tions of someone watching a monster, who appears to be a everyone in the theatre got to look and even more Impor- wings for only 40 cents each. horror movie. An exception deformed man with large up to take a washroom break tantly, when. I'm sure you've noticed to tins standard is tlie recent- wings, licks and sews togeth- or get more snacks. This is With so many restaurants, that Monday and Wednesday ly released movie from er corpses. The second film hardly the behaviour of an pubs and bars in the Durham arc the hot nights for cheap MGM, Jcepcrs Creepers 2. showed the monster kill only audience that Is satisfied area to choose from, going chicken wings. Jeepers Creepers 2 a few characters and the rest with the movie they arc out for wings is not only One great place to go those revolves around a monster were simply flown away to watching. No one seemed to affordable, but convenient as days is RodMann's located at that comes to feed on leave what happens up to mind missing so called cru- well. 2080 Wentworth St. in humans for 23 days every 23 your imagination. cial parts of this film for On Simcoe Street you'll Whitby. years. After seeing the origi- The original movie con- more important things sucli so many places, you can Wings are cheap every nal movie wlicn it came out tributed to making the sec- as popcorn and Tdotsic Rolls. Sassnd a deal on wings every night of the week but they're in 2001, 1 felt it was poor ond more disappointing The familiar wide-open day of the week. sold for half price on Monday compared to the other because the movie and story ending of the movie lets us Monday is two pounds of and Wednesday. A smafl movies in its genre that came was more predictable. know that there will indeed wings for the price of one at order is $3.47 and a large out that year Tike The Others, Jeepers Creepers 2 seemed to be a Jeepers Creepers 3 to Mickey Finn's Sports Cafe order is only $5.97. 13 Ghosts and Sessions 9. just show what the general look forward to in the next located at 1050 Simcoe St. N. RodMann's cook, Whitney These other movies seemed public wants to see instead of few years. Tuesday through Friday Saint Vil, prepares all the to bring a more convincing what the monster character These movies, which were The Otter & Firkin at 926 flavours of wings and more and realistic scare. The sec- in the story would actually not so great to begin witli, Simcoe St. N. sells wings for unusual kinds like Cajun and ond Jeepers Creepers movie do. Laughter ensued in the arc on a downward spiral 40 cents each from 4 to 11, Caribbean Jerk. was not only just as disap- theatre more than shrieks and I am not going down and 30 cents all day Sunday Lastly, the most popular pointing and unsatisfying as and screams because many with them. I will avoid them and Monday. Sunday is also place to get cheap wings is at the first, it was worse. of the situations the charac- at all costs. a great day to buy beer since Don Cherry's, which has sev- it's only $3.75 for domestic eral locations. draft' and $3.25 for any Mondays, buy one pound domestic bottled beer. of wings and get the second Wednesday, and Monday, pound half price, Tuesday Bands still needed for wars go to Jack's Fillin' Station buy the first pound at regular located at 948 Simcoe St. N. price and get the second By Christine Amorlnl nights, this Battle of the Bands the Student Centre, and a $50 for half price wings, only pound for $2.00 and Chronicle Stall is going to be run through the fee is charged to take care of $3.99 per pound. Wednesday a pitcher of beer Student Association. lights and sound. Thursday, as well as and two pounds of wings is The Student Association is The bands will be part of Additional information can Wednesday, Excuses Dining sold as a package for only looking for bands to take part the entertainment provided be found at the Student Lounge at 504 Sirncoc St. S, $23.00. in its Battle of the Bands. during pub nights for Not Centre or by contacting Separate from Bandwars R&B Thursdays. Scottie Toole, vice-president of that's presented on Saturday A sign-up sheet is located at UOIT/DC Social Affairs. Rais ed Fist invad es O shawa By Rachel Birss Chronicle Staff was added in the studio. The only thing tliat may The Swedes arc invading, overshadow the music of and Canadian haidcore fans Raised Fist is the lyrics. Instead couldn't be happier. of the cryptic lyrics and lay- Raised Fist, one of Sweden's ered metaphor put out by most talked-aboul hardcore most artiits who share this bands, will be playing at The style. Raised Fist's lyrics arc Dungeon on Oct. 3 with local simple but powerful. favourites Protest the Hero. According to Hagman, "when The show is part of the quin- you arc angry you write the tet's second (our of Canada, best lyrics." Hagman's lyrics and so far it lias been an all- arc charged with political and out assault of hardcore metal personal insight about the meets punk. things tliat piss him off the The tour is liitting 28 most. Canadian cities from Carleton, That's Why, the album's Quc. to Vancouver, B.C. in shortest song, rages against only 37 days. And unlike most corporate ideals with lines like bands wlio tour Canada, "We cannot play this game by Raised Fist will be playing in a their rules, we cannot provide lot of small cities. "We want to them with the powerful tools", go everywhere," said front Wliile songs like the albums man Alexander Hagman. The title track, Dedication, speak of band loves touring, even the commercialization of though it Is relatively new to music, and praise bands that them. For the first seven years Photo by Epitaph Records have stayed true to music over they were together Raised Fist SWEDISH INVADERS: Raised Fist explodes onto the music scene with their money and exhibitionism, didn't tour at all, which has newest album, Dedication and are making a tour stop at The Dungeon. These values are prominent helped (hem In the long run. among bands signed to "We didn't burn ourselves newest release, is a torrent of tar riffs, near machine-like "We've known him all our Epitaph records, Raised Fist's out in the early years," said music. With 11 songs clocking drum beats and growling lives," said Hagman. So it North American label. Hagman. in at just over 35 minutes, it is vocals), with more play the made sense to him to ask Raised Fist's last two albums But in the last three years actually one of their longer intricacies of the music will be Marco to take over guitar. have been released on Epitaph they have made up for lost albums^ "The sound is much revealed. With the addition of a new records in combination with time with Intense touring to heavier," boasted Hagman A lot of the more Intricate guitarist came a new way of the Epitaph-owned Burning bring their hard-hitting sound when comparing this album to music on this album is the writing. Heart records. It Is rare that a world wide. And the current previous ones. "It is darker in a result of a new way of writing, "Most of the music was band on a label as large as tour is to promote the band's way, with a little less melody." and the addition of a new gui- written for two guitars," said Epitaph comes to Oshawa. So most hard-hitting album to And although the sound may tarist. The one now responsi- Hagman. On previous albums crank the volume and get date. seem fairly standard for hard- ble for the second guitar in tlic everything was written for one ready to mosh. Raised Rst Is Dedication, the band's core at first (think furious gui- band is Marco. guitar and (lie second guitar on the way.

The Couples Choice for One Slop Q[ DC to Stratford

trip GREAT PRICES GREAT SELECTION *ADi/iTToys ^onAr ^wtsrms By Joseph Morion Shakespeare's funniest plays." toire to include the works of *AWtt MOVIES ^\yuK ^WVRSHTAiS Chronicle Staff The Stratford Festival was Moliere, the ancient Greeks, *MASSAGSOIiS JS^n m *IH-HOME PARTIES * HOWTISS v m * AHD MUCH MORE The Student Association is created in the 1950s by jour- and other great dramatists of ^ a Oct. to nalist who the as well as modern 3 FOR 1JSHJAISSUHDAVSAHS THURSDAYS offering trip on 7, see Tom Patterson past, classic feared the economic downfall such as Anton OPW 7 PAYS A WSK il/M-WM Shakespeare's comedy, playwrights the Taming of the Shrew at the of his hometown, Stratford, Chekhov, Tennessee Williams Stratford Festival. Ontario, and came up with an and others. Jackie Borosa, the co-ordina- idea of a festival celebrating Tickets can be purchased at tor of the trip and vice-presi- the works of William the tuck shop on the second dent of University/College Shakespeare. Since then, the floor of the Student Centre for affairs, calls it "One of festival has expanded its reper- $25 as supplies last. The Six Fines for downloadin Days Of By Sabrina Albis the industry is not making any selling when albums from who don't have $20 dollars to Chronicle Staff money. Shania Twain and Avril shell out for a CD they like War CD sales are in a slump and The lack of. good music Lavigne all sell well despite the every week? Maybe people the music exccs think they coming out this year and last fact that millions of people would buy more CDs if they know why. They blame pro- is obvious, and that's the rea- download their songs. If you weren't so expensive. By John Herron grams like Kazaa and iMesh for son the CDs aren't selling. like an album enough you will The worst part of this whole Chronicle Staff helping people burn CDs in There are no good CDs to buy. buy it and if you want to sup- thing is that people are getting Reports continue to the comfort of their own An artist has one hit single and port an artist, you will buy the sued huge amounts of money surface daily of people home. In order to stop the you like it at first until it is album so they will get (lie for downloading songs and being killed by suicide downloading, measures have played so many times on the money from your purchase, burning them. Wliy can't the bombers or army solders. been taken to catch the cul- radio or on television you (list which brings me to another music industry see that if they Cold-blooded army gen- prits and fined them based on never want to hear the song point. were actually selling good erals and religious fanat- how many downloads they mentioned again let alone buy Metallica is one of the music no amount of down- ics would rather tear the have. Brianna Laliara, 12, the CD. It's a case of over pro- bands that is angry because loading would stop people land to pieces instead of from New York was recently motion of singles and the fact their music is being burned from buying the CD? swallowing their pride to fined $2,000 dollars for down- that often the rest of the and they arc not getting their Honestly, burning may cause a reach any sort of a lasting loading more than 1,000 songs album is awful. That's why royalties. Metallica members tiny decrease in music sales agreement. using Kazaa and sharing people don't buy records. They arc already rich people. Why but it's not the complete The land is Israel. The music files. It didn't stop would rather download the do they need more money? cause. Why can't people sec book is Six Days of War. there. The recording Industry songs and If they like the Why do any multl-milliun- that fining people and closing The "author of the book is has sued many more, up to music they might buy the dollar artists need more down Kazaa and iMesh will Michael B. Orcn. The 200 people in one week alone. record at a store. money? They are being selfish not stop the downloading rev- soft cover publication The whole thing is just the If a person is truly a fan of a and greedy. If people didn't olution? They tried to stop it was released this year, music Industry trying to com- band they will usually buy the burn their songs, they would- with Napster but the down- and is available for pensate for the fact that best album as opposed to burning n't even have careers because loading lives on. If they $25.95. selling artists are no longer because they want the CD for they wouldn't have a follow- destroy Kazaa and iMcsh Oren does a superb job best,selling artists . Big sellers their collection or they want ing. They should be grateful something new will pop up of describing how this iike Mariah Carey are no the cover art. The record people are interested enough right after. Just face it, tech- period of six days in longer putting out multi plat- Industry can't blame burning in them to download their nology can't be stopped-and June. 1967, created inum records and that's why CDs as the cause of albums not songs. What about the people neither can burning CDs. Israel's boundaries and boarders, as they are known today. He takes you Into the Israeli war room with PM Levi Eshkol and Cmdr. Moshe Dayan as they devise a solution to deal with the threat of inva- sion posed by Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, and Lebanon. King Abdallah Hussein of Jordan and President Garn<)J Abck'l Nasser of Egypt lead the cause of the Arab world by attempting to remove Israel from what they believe is their land. Ariel Sharon emerges onto the scene as a young Israeli army com- mander and Yasser Arafat begins to gain support in radical areas of the Arab world. The United States and the Soviet Union become intertwined in the situa- tion while the events of Vietnam are already tak- ing place. The world is teetering on the edge of another world war and Oren relives every nail- biting moment of it. Some critics might be skeptical about the neu- trality of this description of events because the author is Jewish. Upon reading the book it is quite clear that the events are examined from an unbiased per- spective, and the cost of war is a mistake by both parties involved. Throughout the publica- tion Oren condemns the Arab countries for feed- ing their citizens false information with incor- rect propaganda, and accuses Israel of demol- ishing Arab communities without remorse. The next time an Israeli soldier open's fire on a city or a Palestinian suicide bomber blows himself up, Six Days Of War may help decipher the reasoning behind it. THE CHRONICLE September 30,2003 29

Girl's so ccer team lo oks goo d By MaIJa Hoggett Next, at the DC Soccer ladies. Visser suffered a bruised Chronicle Slaff Showdown the women won collarbone In the incident. on tlieir home field, the inau- Wliile in Ottawa, the gural tournament on the ivomen also played La Cite The national champi- newly dedicated Vaso's Field, College Sept. 20. They won the onships are in sight for this In the first game of the tour- game 8-0 with Hennessey con- years women's varsity soccer nament, the Lords played St. tributing four goals to the win. tenm. Clair College, winning 7-0. Tonia Colctti also scored two "This team lias DC's highest They won in the finals 3-2 goals while Krislina Foreman potential of making it to against Humber College. and Laura Dixon each con- nationals," said Athletic Rookie Meghan Hennessey tributed one. Therapist Alison Engel. was named tournament MVP. As the team continues to Head coach Vaso But the biggest game for the fine-tune their performance, Vujanovic, in his fifth year girls so far was a 2-1 win they should continue to pro- with the women, has put against archrival Algonquin duce favourable results. The together a group that has College Sept. 19 in Ottawa. rookies have especially added come together perfectly in a After losing to Algonquin in to the teams overall perfor- short period of time. last year's provincial finals and mance, said Engel. After their first game at the Lady Lords were excited to With the team playing Loyalist Sept. 6 the veterans play them once again. Photo oy Malja Hoggoti together so well and having a and rookies just fit together "I wasn't here last year, but WORKING HARD : Soccer players Laura DIxon (left) great coach behind them, the well and everybody could see coming in as a rookie it was and Karen Campbell complete fitness training in Lady Lords are destined for it, said Engel. How quickly the just as good for me beating preparation of their next game. success this season. ladies came together showed them as it was for any veteran The Lady Lords played as they won the tournament, on the team," said Hennessey. Starting goalkeeper Ashley utes in forced her to leave the Seneca College Sept. 27 and defeating Loyalist 6-0 in the "it was a sweet victory," she Visser was unable to play the game, but Jessica Nelson their first home game will be finals. added. game after an in);:ry IS min- defended the net for the Sept. 30. against Loyalist DC /UOIT tennis centre has arrived

will also Texas Cliristian University. By Tim Oshawa community Fedorchuk benefit. Wliile there she was named Chronicle Staff " For the community it will all-American in 1988, as well give us the best facility from as being named the Southwest Finally, Durham College Yonge Street. In Toronto to Conference most valuable and U01T will have tennis. Ottawa," said Crosina. "It will player, and Southwest After months of construction give everyone a great place to Conference player of the year, delays the new $1.5 million play." Fichman has also grown up tennis centre will be ready for He said that it will provide a with tennis. She began her the grand opening on Oct. 7. much-needed tennis facility. career at the age of five and Durham College tennis for the Durham College com- has had a racquet in her hands director Ken Crosina worked munity, ever since. She has won tirelessly to get this project off "In terms of the college and numerous tournaments, the ground. He said the tennis university it will provide an including the under - 12 sin- centre was a long time coming excellent atmosphere for the gles title at the Orange Bowl and hopes the opening will be faculty and staff, as well as stu- event in Miami. The Orange a monumental event. dents, to really play the Bowl tournament is consid- "Ken Babcock, Gary game," said Crosina ered one the most important Polonsky and myself (Ken Even better, as Crosina said, junior tournaments in the Crosina), as well as.the execu- it is absolutely the most world. She won her first tour- tive director from the Ontario affordable way for Durham nament in Bordeaux, France, Tennis Association, will be Photo by Tim Fedorchuk College students to play ten- in October 2001 at the age of making speeches and will help ALMOST DONE : Construction workers are hard at nis, because it is free. 10. Fichman's most recent vic- open it up," he said "It will cost the students tory came at the under-18 sin- work at getting the new tennis facility up and run- Ontario Outdoor To help break in the new ning. absolutely nothing," said gles courts, "Durham College will Crosina. It is all included in Championships. also be hosting an exhibition your student fees that you The grand opening of the match between the number 35 and over. player in Sharon Fichman. It is paid in your tuition. It is open new million-dollar tennis one tennis player in the world "It's pretty incredible," said ready great for the school." to all full-time students here at facility will be on Oct. 7, at under the age of 12 Sharon Crosina. "I think it just shows It is not only Durham the college." 7:00 p.m. The new campus Fichman, as well as Rene how tennis is alive and well in College's students and faculty Simpson began playing ten- tennis centre, which is located Simpson. She is number one Canada, and we certainly have who will benefit from the new nis at the age of five. She just above Conlin Road, will in the world for the age group a great up-and-coming tennis centre. Crosina says the entire played collegiate tennis at be the host of the event. Men's soccer team has potential to do well

By Malja Hoggett minute off a corner kick from OACC All Star Matt Gennaro,' ing them to gain valuable Chronicle Staff brother Tyier. The goal tied the who received two yellow cards game experience. The Lords Lords game and the score remained in the game against fell short, however, losing 2-0. tied until the end. Algonquin. The team's success so far has A road trip and a win Staying in Ottawa for their Dan Mattin scored two them placed second in the second in against archrival Algonquin second game of the season, the goals for the win, with Kevin Eastern Conference and fourth

College marked the beginning team defeated La Cite College DaSilva scoring one. In the overall standings. of the regular season for the 3-1. . . After a couple of days off, The Lords played Seneca Eastern men's soccer team. The Lords played this game the men were defeated by Sept. 7 and the first home The Lords played nationally without veterans Leigh Fanshawe College in London game will be Sept, 30 at Vaso's ranked Algonquin Sept. 19. In Willems, still out with a sus- on Sept. 23. Head coach Scan field. I Conference the close game, rookie Dan pension received at the DC Bombino gave the freshmen Mattin scored in the 90th. Soccer Showdown, as well as plenty of playing time. allow- 30 THE CHRONICLE September 30.2003 IPQ^ NEWS Lords look sood in final stretch

By John Herron ing 8-6. said third baseman Mark Chronicle Staff Coach Carr put things into Williamson. perspective after the games by Finishing in first place The Durham Lords baseball stating that any team can allows tlie Lords to play at club lost two games to the beat another on any given home against the fourth-

" No.l rated team in the CIBA day. , place team, currently George in a pair of non-conference "We proved that we could Brown College, Durham han- matchups on Wednesday, stay with these guys during dled GBC easily during their Sept. 24, the second game, and things season series, going 4-0 The two losses to Brock could easily be different next against them. University arc meaningless in time," said Can. Should Durham drop to the Ontario Conference Heading into the final second spot in the Ontario standings, where the Lords weekend of the season the Conference they would still hold top spot with a 10-2 Lords were scheduled to play retain home-field advantage record. a double-header in Ottawa for the semi-finals and face Although insignificant against Carteton on Saturday, the third- place team, some- towards conference stand- Sept. 27, and finished up at tiling that Carr believes to be ings, The Lords were looking home with another two important. to send a message to Brock, as against Queen's on Sunday. "Finishing first or second is well themselves, to show Carlcton sits in the base- extremely Important because they're able to compete with ment of the Ontario confer- we play in our home park," the best. ence with a 2-10 record. The said Carr. "These games are extreme- Lords had a good opportunity "If we go to Kingston ly important because it gives to win botli games and where it's only 200 feet to us an idea of the type of com- remain ahead of the right field anything can be a petition we'll meet should we University of Ottawa in the home run and our great team make it to the nationals," said standings. Results will be defence is taken away," added first base coach John Carr. available In the next edition Can. Photo fay John Herron The Lords got stomped In of The Chronicle. The conference semi-finals YOU'RE OUTI (ALMOST): Chris Bowler attempts to the first game by an 8-6 score "Our thinking is that we take place Oct. 4-5. Matchups stop a Brock player from getting to second base. but put up more of a fight in want to go out there this will be determined at the end The Lords lost the two game double-header. the second game, before los- weekend and take all four" of regular season play. Baseball coach important member of team

Director he had decided to By John Herron view tlie game from a differ- Chronicta Staff ent vantage point to sec how the umpire was doing. He's scouted ball-players All kidding aside, Babcock for the New York Yankees. He believes Dempster will be a currently scouts for the permanent fixture with the Milwaukee Brewers. At Lords for many seasons to Durham College, he's com- come. "Baseball at Durham piled an impressive record of College is synonymous with 152 wins and 106 losses while Sam Dempster," said Babcock. coaching the men's baseball "One day Sam will move on team, the Lords. but that is not something However, Sam Dempster we're looking at right now." will be the first to admit that Apart from his managerial winning games and achieving and coaching duties at personal records takes a back Durham College, the fiery seat to coaching baseball and baseball guru has spent a great being around the game he deal of time and effort scout- loves. ing players for the New York "Just to be able to go on the Yankees. field and have an opportunity Chris Kemlo is one of the to coach fine young men like most recent players recom- these guys is my greatest mended to the Yankees by the accomplishment," coach. He now plays A-ball for The players aren't the only one of their minor league people on the team the veter- affiliates. an coach enjoys spending Kemlo, a talented young time with, pitcher from the Oshawa area "I've got four of the best made a trip to the Lords home guys around to help coach the park (Kinsman Stadium) last team, they're unbelievable," year in an attempt to inspire said Dempster. some of the aspiring pitchers He's referring to Bob Photo by John Herron on the staff. Johnston, Greg Hannah, John LONG-TIME HEAD COACH: Sam Dempster watches along with his son Colin "It was really niqe to see Can and Colin Dempster, the Dempster as his players look for another win. him come out here last year assistant coaches for the and share some of his experi- Lords. shortstop with the team said, Those who know Dempster (Ken Babcock) decided to ences with our players and Following in his father's "Sam has taught me how to mention the coach's incredi- attend Durham's game offer them some advice," said footsteps, Colin pursued a field a ground ball really well, ble level of tolerance and his against Laval. As Babcock Dempster. career in baseball by playing so I've improved on that." uncanny sense of humour. arrived he noticed that coach Dempster has since taken is two years of college ball in "I've also improved on my " Every moment with Sam Dempster was absent from the his knowledge of scouting 'Alabama, and an additional hitting because he's told me is a humorous moment dugout and positioned young players to the two years of university ball in to just relax and focus on the because he has a great sense of behind the backstop. Milwaukee Brewers. North Carolina, ball and make a good swing." humour and keeps everything The umpire officiating the But instead of talking about "Character, being my own Coaching a college base- light on the bench, which crucial contest had taken all of his coaching success and person and standing up for ball team also involves acting helps his players to relax even exception to a comment accomplishments, he would what I believe in are some of as a part-time counselor on when mistakes are made," made by the usually mild- much rather speak of all the the important things my dad road trips, said Assistant Coach Greg mannered coach and. incon- friendships he has developed has taught me," said the Coach Dempster is often Hannah. ceivably ejected Dempster through the game, the Faith younger Dempster. seen speaking with players During the 1999 National from the game. Baptist Church he attends in Dempster also teaches valu- who may be experiencing Championships in St. When Babcock asked him Whitby, his family and his able lessons to his players. trouble with homesickness or Catharines, Ont., what happened, Dempster four (soon to be five) grand- Reese Davies, a second year witli their studies. Durham's Athletic Director told the confused Athletic children. THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003 31 JfOKK NEWS Te e ing o ff for s u c c e s s pleased with the turnout and Low scores pleased the interest in golf is growing. Even though the season is lead to big young, there were some low scores from the tryouts. Kyle Welsh, the third-year captain, wins on the shot a 70. Coach Duggan said lie is one of Durham's most consistent players. Jerciny course Brimble shot a 73. Josh Growden shot 75, Bill By John Draper Minkhorst 77, and Calc Chronicle Stall Smith carded a 77, even though he was five over par l-'ore! On a warm, fall day after the first two holes. the Durham Lords golf team For the first time Durham teed off to see who would has a women's golf team. The make it past tlic first round of lowest score on the Ladies try-outs. Tlic Lords, defend- team was Kate Hill, who shot ing Canadian College Athletic a 98. Hill is a first-year Association bronze medal- Professional Golf lists, played two 18-holc com- Management student. In plete rounds Sept. 10 and 11 addition to Hill, Kim Phillips, at their home course, a third-year student, shot a Lakeridge Links in Osliav/a. 99. Although two golfers The final team roster for had successful rounds, the men is Ryan Szwereda, Brittany Caldwell struggled. Jeremy Brimble, Bill Caldwell, a first-year golf stu- Minkhorst, Kyle Welsh, Steve dent, shot 115 in the first Pholo by John Draper Rodriguez, Cale Smith, Tyier round. KATE HILL TEES OFF; The best women's player on the Lords. MacEhearn and Josh Day two of tryouts had Growden. ,Ryan Szwereda and Steve The final team roster for Rodrigiiez leading the team, Brittany Caldwell shooting Invitational held Windsor. Durham's rookie of the year the women is Kate Hill, both with 72. Cale Smith 104. The top scorer was Ryan last season. This women's Brittany Caldwell and Kim shot a 78. For the ladies it To add to the success this Szwereda, who came In sec- team was the first women's Phillips. was a disappointing day. year, the Lords came In sec- ond overall in the Individual golf team in Durham's histo- Coach Mike Duggan was Kate Hill carded 100, with ond at the St. Clair College standings. Szwereda was ry. Lords strike out against Mountaineers Illinois, but still prevailed Durham with a 5-4 victory. The key part of the game came when coach Nemish comes in substituted veteran Karen Giffen for catcher Vanessa Chaborek. With the game second tied 4-4 in the bottom of the sixth, Giffen smacked a line By Jeff Turco drive over the head of the Chronicle Staff first baseman. It landed just fair and went in the corner. Giffen made it to home plate The Durham Lady Lords for the winning run. came out swinging at the "Jim Nemish at third base beginning of the Can-Am sent her home, even though Classic tournament, but they she was tired," said assistant couldn't get the hits when coach Mal Smith. "She made they needed them the most. a great slide at home. She r The Lady Lords lost the wanted it and she got it." final of the Can-Am Classic In the finals, the Lady tournament 5-0 to the Lords just couldn't get any Mohawk Mountaineers of hits off the Mohawk pitcher, Hamilton on Sept 21. The and this was their undoing. loss was the first for the team Coach Nemish was still this year. pleased with effort. "We came out flat with the "We've been playing really bats, which is unusual for us," well and the old saying is we head coach Jim Nemish said were due for a loss, and after the game. .. ",. ,. ' . Photo by Jeff Turco unfortunately it came at the Unusual indeed. The Lady BASEBALL SEASON IS HERE: Karen McWIIIIams Improves her batting average by hit- this time." Lords were completely domi- ting a single. Even though the Lords did- nant in round robin play, hit- n't win the tournament, they ting everything that: was from the start, and that's pitching performance from their opposition,, this tim.-t are still 3-0 in league play and thrown their way and what we've been trying to Kristen Pandoff, who allowed disposing of Mott College have looked impressive in outscoring their opponents press on the girls, to hit right only two earned runs and from Flint, Michigan 7-0. those games, outscoring their 27-3, including an 8-2 victory from the start," said Neinish. struck out an impressive eight The Lords got some great opponents by a combined over the same Mohawk team Ruben. Brown had a strong batters, as Durham beat performances from pitcher score of 28-0. The coaching that beat them in the finals. game for the Lords, as she Mohawk College 8-2. Erin Smith, who allowed two staff feels this team is even In the first game, the Lords went 2-3 at the plate, with "I think it was a good per- hits and struck out five, and better than last year's team. overmatched their counter- two runs -batted in. Karen formance by Kristen," Lenna Panou, who went 3-4 "We feel it is a little bit parts, the Canadore Panthers Giffen and Jennifer Smolders Nemish said after the game. at the plate with 3 RBI's. stronger than last year's team. for North Bay, bv beating the also had strong games for the "As a rookie, she threw a real The Lady Lords got their They have good harmony, 12-2, with 10 of those runs Lords, both with three RBIs. good ball game." first real test of the year in the which is nice to see," said coming in the first Inning. In the second game, the In game.,three, the Lords semi-final against Robert Smith. "We came out hitting rigtit Lords got an 'outstanding were again far superior to Morris College from Chicago, Tuesday September 29th.

How many wings can you eat in three minutes? THE CHRONICLE September 30, 2003 33 apoKTS Niavs L o c al b oxer h as a dre am By Justin Zammit punch that can hurt Clay - thing to prove. Chronlcio Staff but he can't hurt Clay, his "I have to start my (aw Is solid," said Nelson Olympic run tills year, so I Durham College Law and "Clay can handle his punch." will he showing up to Le Security student Clay "The Dales has a history of spar- Skratch to fight, and I mean Machine" Dales heads a 14- ring with Kamal earlier In his business," added Dales. "I card boxing marathon next career. Dales and Nelson want to give my fans a real week in his first step toward have both seen Kamal first show." This fight marks making the Olympic games. hand. Nelson believes Dales' Dales' first of many tests in Dales, six-time provincial speed will open angles of his attempt to crack the champ and current senior attack, making him successful Canadian Men's Boxing team provincial champ, is sched- especially In the later rounds. that is heading to Athens, uled to fight Ibraham Kamal, "Clay lias to work different Greece In 2004. the Intermediate Canadian angles of attack, he has to Along witli the Dales and champ at the Diamond pick him apart and take him Kamal bout, there will be 13 Gloves boxing show orga- into the later rounds -wliere other bouts, making a total of nized by Motorclty boxing Clay will wear him down," 14. club, which is celebrating its said Nelson. "Kamal thinks Don Nelson, Dales' trainer 10th anniversary at Lc Clay can't handle him and owner of Motorcity Skratcli in Oshawa Oct. 5. because he's bigger and a lit- Boxing, believes this boxing The Olympic hopeful tle more experienced." show will be awesome. Dales and his trainer Don "He (Kamal) will be look- "This clul) showing will be Nelson believe the fight will ing for the big punch early great," said Nelson. "There be tough but arc confident on." will be more heavyweight heading into it. Dales has seen him and fighters this time, and a great "Clay lias been working admits he is a good boxer, but main event because Clay is pretty hard," said Nelson. says he will be outmatched. such a crowd pleascr, he real- Clay is in good shape and is "He (Kamal) Is a pretty ly is entertaining to watch." ready for this fight." good fighter, but lie's a little Tickets for the Oct. 5 event Dales, known as a work- awkward with his style," said at Le Skratch in Osliawa are horse who is training all the Dales. "He's a mover, but I $10 in advance or $12 at the time, has been focusing on will wear him down and take door. many things for this fight. him out or dominate him in The doors open at 1 p.m. "Clay has been working on the later rounds." speed and defence because Dales not only wants to Kamal believes he has a big win this fight, he has some- D C's captain ris es to the top 2002, 2003 season was arguably Bent's Bent said he worked hard during the always gave back, and so when I was Bent feels best at Durham. He collected 19.4 off season and is now in the best shape growing up I wanted to be like that." points per game for a total of 291 he has ever been. During his stay at Durham College, points, including one record- breaking Leadership is a term that seems to Bent graduated from the business mar- performance of 43 points in a game come up when talking about what Bent -keting course, hoping to have some- ready for against the Fleming Knights. He was means to his team. "Dudley will have thing to fall back on if his basketball also named to the OCAA all-star team to be our leader this season, he is the career didn't pan out. and was awarded Durham College heart of the team," said head coach Even though the pressure of being male athlete of the year. Peter Gordon. "This is Dudley's team - the leader and captain of the Durham upcoming Bent has returned to we go as he does." Lords basketball team can sometimes the college this fall, tak- Throughout his be a bit much, Bent said he always ing the post-diploma e- i childhood Bent was just keeps time for his homework and his commerce course. Dudley will have a normal child. friends. basketball With Bent still on the to be our leader Growing up, he says he "It can be hard," he admitted, "but team the timing could- lived a happy life play- with a little bit of time management n't be better for the this season. He is ing Nintendo and you are able to have time for every- season Lords to take a run at the heart of the hanging out with his thing. I also always try to make time to the championship, friends. It was not until chill with my friends. They keep me By Tim Fedorchuk because this season will team. We go as he his cousin introduced grounded." Chronicle Staff be his last. him to basketball that the chances of a does. Although making Bent is aware this he realized he had decent living being a professional ath- Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, will be his last season another way to occupy lete are small, Bent is willing to risk it. and Tiger Woods. They all epitomize and during the summer his time. He hopes to continue his basketball athletes who had respect for the game he prepared himself for Coach Peter Gordon "My cousin Brian career after his stay here at Durham, they play, as well as the respect of their the long season. Dacosta first put the possibly playing in Europe. team mates and coaches, They must Keeping in shape is important to ball in my hands," Bent says. "That's This year he will be focused on just also possess the right mixture of guts, him This summer it was not uncom- when I knew I loved basketball, and I one goal: to make it all the way to the determination, and raw talent to per- mon to see the Lords captain shooting also knew I was good at it too." National Championships. Although form like no one else. If an athlete is baskets or pushing the weights up for Although the seeds had been set for Bent knows this is his team, he also truly defined by the qualities they pos- one last set in Durham's fitness centre. Bent to create a career in basketball, it realizes he will need someone else to sess then Durham has someone to add He realizes that there are areas with- was his parents who influenced him to aid him in the journey. to that list. The captain of the Lords in his game that need practice . "This reach his potential with his mind, too. "We will need someone to really basketball team Dudley Bent. summer I worked on my explosiveness "My parents always pushed me to be step up and take a leadership role this While working towards his diploma and I worked on my legs. I was also better," said Bent. "My dad especially. year. We will also need some recruits to in Business, Bent has enjoyed his three shooting the ball around a lot trying to He was one of my biggest Influences. step up," said Bent. seasons as a member of the Lords. The get better," he said. He was always great to others, he

By Lindsay La Fraugh The United States and Europe are upcoming season. Chronicle Staff there to present vacation opportuni- Specials on skis, snowboards, and Snow Ontario's biggest snow showever is ties. other equipment and accessories will .returning to Exhibition Place in The show will include a theatre be offered by many of the exhibitors. Toronto Oct. 16-19 this year. that will show the latest movies An equipment swap will be held in show set The Automotive building will once released by Matchstick Productions, the upper level of the building during again host the Toronto Ski Warren Miller and Mack Dawg the show, put on by the Canadian Ski Snowboard and Travel Show, which Productions, and a fashion show to Patrol System-Central Zone Ontario. caters to more than 30,000 enthusi- show off all of the 2004 outerwear The proceeds from the swap will go to to kick off asts each year, and clothing that will be offered to help support ski patrol activities at , More than 100 resorts in Canada, skiers and snowboarders in the resorts across Canada.' 34 THE CHRONICLE September 30/^003 PORTS NEWS Intramural Park opening draws crowd hockey into a natural amphitheatre Mayor Nancy that makes watching easy returns and comfortable. Diamond The idea for the park was Justin Krever brought to the council's Chronicio Staff attends skate attention in 1997, when the skaters of Oshawa were sick of being kicked out of park- Lace up those skates, park opening ing lots and public areas. hockey fans. Durham Seven years and $280,000 College's annual intra- later, the skaters finally mural hockey tourna- By Adam Barry have a place to skate. mcnt Is back.

"It's been a long haul/' . The season kicks off Chronicle Staff said Jason King of Alcatraz Nov. 3, and will contin- skate shop, who was very ue throughout most of If you build it they will happy with the turnout. the wimer. Signup come. And they did. Alcatraz sponsored the sheets are available out- Hundreds of kids, teens and building of the park and side the SA office. parents came out to the helped fund it after the city A total of eight teams grand opening of the put $250,000 towards it. will wage war this year Donovan Skate Park, on "We have the best design, over the coveted title of Sept. 20 and the best skate board- intramural hockey "This lias got to be the ers," said Diamond. The champion, with various best opening Fhave had the design of the park is very prizes up for grabs. opportunity to participate linear, making it very easy If you are interested in," said Mayor Nancy to get from one side to the in participating in this Diamond, who was on other without hitting any event, don't hesitate in hand for the opening. other users. signing up. The 10,000-square-foot "It's your park, and you "Sign up now. skate park is located at the wont get kicked out," said Photo by Adam Barry because ice hockey will Donovan recreational com- King to the masses of cheer- TESTING THE RAILS: A skater grinds a rail at the be one of our biggest plex on Harmony Road, just ing skaters who couldn't grand opening of Donovan Park. intramural events. And south of Highway 2 and is wait to get on the park for it will be sold out free for public use from the first time. again," said VP of dawn until dusk. It includes "They have been hanging referring to the huge every weekend/, as long as Student Affairs, Jackie a quarter pipe, rails, steps on the fence, waiting for it turnout, the weather is nice," King Borosa. and pyramid steps, all built to be built," said Diamond "It's going to be like this said;

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