THE UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO’S OFFICIAL STUDENT NEWSPAPER

Friday, July 27, 2012 Vol 35, No 7 Imprint theimprint.ca

If the students don’t support it, we won’t vote for it.

— ANDREW NOBLE FEDERATION OF STUDENTS PRESIDENT “

NOBLE PUSHING APATHETIC STUDENTS

ROBERT W. SAVOY Proposal released for a new student building; referendum set for winter term Megan Nourse SLC would remain a student space and cent complete.” Based on the rough does allot space for administrative staff reporter timeline that was discussed it is un- services; it proposes only 20 per cent nothing will change in the management. likely that the current undergraduate of the space on the second floor. he need for a new student students would be subjected to this Evidently, the concerns of space was first identified in — ANDREW NOBLE fee, but the same cannot be said for funding that arose from the online the incoming first years. survey and the unconference were a 2008 National Survey of FEDERATION OF STUDENTS PRESIDENT T Many students at the funding somewhat addressed by Feds as the Student Engagement, which found that Waterloo students felt that there discussion had similar concerns when final proposal states that the cost will was a need for additional study and During the spring term, Feds has to discuss specific concerns of stu- it came to funding the building. Tori be shared “between undergraduate social space on campus. worked to consult with students on dents. Discussion topics included: Hisko, a chemical physics student, students, graduate student, and the Feds President Andrew Noble, what they would like to see in a student funding the building, overcoming said that whether or not students university” with students “only con- along with members of the student building; these efforts included several student apathy, architectural design, should be subjected to an additional tributing funding for social space.” consultation committee, introduced focus groups, an online survey, and long-term accountability, and the fee “depends a lot on what is going Any space used by Food Services the proposal for a new student build- most recently, an “unconference” held “dream big” group where students in the building.” and university departments should ing to be located west of RCH and on July 19th. brainstormed what they would in- This view was shared by many have the cost covered by those de- south of Physics. The location was About 40 students, several Feds clude in the building if they had no of the attendees, especially after it partments. chosen based on a proposal for a councilors, and a few members of “the limitations. was noted that the university wants Additionally, Feds noted in the new building on the campus master university’s administration attended The subject of funding the build- to incorporate several administra- proposal that they would seek cor- plan that had been approved in 2011. the unconference, held in the SLC’s ing is likely to become a controver- tion offices including the Registrar’s porate sponsorship to cover some This proposal, which will be multi-purpose room. The aim of the sial issue as the project progresses. Office, the Office for Students with of the building costs. negotiated with the university admin- event was to generate discussions Students who completed the online Disabilities, Career Services, and the Ultimately, the proposal de- istration in August and September, about what students would like to survey would know, Feds is looking Student Success Office. The inclusion scribes what appears to be a larger was drafted based on information see in a new building and to identify to tack an additional fee onto tuition of administrative offices in a building and updated SLC, which begs the gathered through various initiatives. existing concerns. in order to fund the project, although intended for students created some question of what will happen to the When asked why this proposal The event began with a quick in- the $40 listed on the survey was an discontent with many attendees. Student Life Centre if the proposal is being put forward, Noble stated troduction from Noble during which arbitrary number and a concrete fee “Personally, I don’t think it’s is accepted. Several students at the simply, “because we need more space.” he assured the attendees that Feds has yet to be determined. necessary. They have their place unconference expressed a concern In the winter 2012 term, Feds dis- had already done a lot of consulta- Representatives from Feds at the already,” said chemical engineering that the SLC could meet the same tributed an online survey to students tion to find out what students want funding discussion assured students student Kevin Liang. fate as Fed Hall. regarding a need for study space, out of a new building. The attendees that the building fee would not start Despite concerns from students, which resulted in similar conclusions. then broke off into various groups until the project was “80 or 90 per the building proposal issued by Feds See NEW STUDENT, page 3

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Becky Loi News editor

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Continued from cover concerns. The July 26 event was live streamed in the evening for students Meeting student needs: This topic was left up in the air off campus this term. during the unconference with Feds If the negotiations with the Councilor Jesse McGinnis stating, administration and the student con- “because the University owns the sultations in the fall are successful, The new student land, there is no way to completely there will be an information session prevent that.” in January 2013 and a referendum the However, at the proposal launch, following month. The referendum President Andrew Noble assured will include a general floor plan of building proposal that during negotiations with the the building, a list of contents, and university, “it would be confirmed a proposed budget, which will detail that the SLC would remain a student the costs covered by each party and space and nothing will change in how long students will be charged the set up of the SLC management the additional fee. board.” Feds upholds that it wants the pro- Basically, Feds maintained that the cess to be as “transparent as possible,” new building would simply open up with Andrew Noble emphasizing, more space within the SLC for social “the biggest thing for students to and study areas. know is that Feds will support what Negotiations are expected to students support. If students don’t take two months, after which if support it, we won’t vote for it.” “We the proposal is accepted, further want this building to be the building consultations with students will take that meets the needs of students, not place in the fall term as notably, only right now, but in the future as most student are not on campus well,” stated Noble. this spring term and, therefore, Students are encouraged to may not have the opportunity to watch for updates from Feds as give their input. the negotiations begin and students In Feds’ defense, the online returning to campus in the fall survey was distributed to all 26,520 term can look forward to town hall full time undergraduate students meetings and further consultations however, only 1,627 completed with Feds. surveys were returned, which rep- Updates on the building project resents just over six per cent of the as well as the full proposal and

student body. reports from online surveys, focus Additionally, earlier this week Feds groups, and the unconference can

held two town hall meetings, on July be found at www.feds.ca/newstu- 25 and 26, to address further student dentbuilding. We want this building to be the “ building that meets the needs of students, not only right now, “ but in the future as well. — ANDREW NOBLE, BECKY LOI Student building consultation team member and Feds councilor, Jesse McGinnis, discusses the loca- FEDS PRESIDENT tion of the proposed new building on the campus master plan during the unconference on July 19th.

Megan Nourse Feds council byelection results the closure of Needles Hall. Cam- Facebook executive joins UW Banks has previously been named staff reporter pus Police were the first to notice one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40. Byelections for seats on the Federa- board of governors water emerging from the ground Banks is a native of Toronto with tion of Student’s, Students’ Council are UWaterloo fraud charges Saturday, and maintenance workers The University of Waterloo re- a Bachelor of Arts degree from the concluded for the term. For two engi- who responded found water enter- cently announced the appointment University of Western Ontario and a The University of Waterloo Police neering seats the results are as follows: Services has investigated and charged ing the building through the main of Facebook Canada’s managing law degree from Osgoode Hall Law mechanical rooms. director, Jordan Banks, to its Board School at York University. former University of Waterloo em- Chanakya Ramdev 38 Before the source was stopped, of Governors. At Facebook Canada, “Jordan Banks exemplifies Wa- ployee, Jacqueline Hollmann, with Breanne O’Grady 27 the mechanical room was more than Banks is responsible for leading all terloo’s culture of innovation and assistance from Waterloo Regional David Birnbaum 24 a metre deep with water and mud commercial operations. entrepreneurship.” said Univer- Police. Declined 2 Hollmann, a former supervisor submerging electrical and mechanical Prior to Facebook, Banks had an sity of Waterloo President, Feridun equipment. extensive resume. He was the founder Hamdullahpur. “His experience of the university’s copy centres, For two Arts seats: has been charged with one count Pumps used to remove the water and managing partner at Thunder and dedication to his community had to be powered by generators Road Capital; he also served as the make him a terrific addition to the of theft over $5,000 and one count Christina Romualdo 13 as the electrical equipment was CEO of JumpTV. board and we welcome him to the of fraud over $5,000 involving ap- Samantha McLean 5 compromised. A disaster recovery Banks was also a part of the team new role.” proximately $955,000. Eddie Chan 4 team worked overnight to clear the that launched eBay Canada in 2000 The copy centres operate as an Maryam Masud 2 mud that had accumulated, while and stayed on as managing director Local OHL team sues American ancillary business unit within the Rehan Chinyoti 0 school newspaper electricians cleaned, dried, and until 2007. A lawyer by profession, university. Declined 4 According to a statement from tested equipment. Banks manages the Licensing and The Kitchener Rangers are seek- Needles Hall remained closed International Business group of the the university, the issue came to light For the single Environment seat: ing $500,000 in general damages and in early 2011 and university officials Monday until most of the services NHL’s Players’ Association. $500,000 in punitive damages over could be restored; the building is Banks has had extensive commu- took immediate action to initiate an Robert William Savoy 48 a story published by the University expected to remain a construction nity involvement, leading numerous investigation. Selah Frazer 21 of Michigan student newspaper that site for some time. Work began efforts in support of Alzheimer’s Although the university says Hol- Ellis Soepenberg 11 claimed the club offered to pay a Monday to unearth the source of research and care as well as being a lmann is no longer an employee, they Declined 8 player to suit up for the team. did not provide any details surround- the leak, which is approximately member of the Young President’s The story alleges the Rangers 30 feet underground. The building Organization, the board of direc- ing her departure, including when she Finally, two Math councillors were offered defenceman Jacob Trouba reopened Tuesday. tors for Well.ca, Cogniciti, and the vacated her position. acclaimed. They are Ahmen Bin Asad $200,000 in place of an education A second water main break oc- Baycrest Centre. In a statement released July 18, and Phyllis Lu. package to play in Kitchener. The the university emphasized, “As a curred later on Saturday at Ron Edyt He sits on advisory boards for team and Trouba family both denied Village, which led to more than a Polar Mobile, the Tanz Centre for the claim. publicly funded institution, the uni- Water main break versity is committed to its fiduciary dozen Plant Ops people getting Research in Neurodegenerative responsibilities.” No further charges A water main break that occurred involved in emergency repair work Diseases, and the Art Gallery of – with files fromThe Daily Bulletin are expected in the case. shortly before 5 a.m. Saturday forced over the weekend. Ontario. and The Record 4 [email protected] News Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca

Megan Nourse UBC is a recognized leader in teach- Student Charter rights were not staff reporter ing and research on Asia with a larger breached number of internationally renowned The Ontario Court of Appeal ruled University of British Columbia hosts scholars and programs that date back on July 25 that former Carleton Univer- North Korean professors seven decades. sity students cannot claim their charter For the second consecutive year, Carleton to offer graduate-level rights to free expression for their 2010 University of British Columbia is African studies trespassing arrest that occurred after hosting six North Korean professors the university refused to allow them for six months beginning in July 2012. Starting in January, Carleton space to hold an anti-abortion protest. The exchange is a part of the University will offer Canada’s first Ruth Lobo and John McLeod, who Canada – Democratic People’s of Ko- master’s program in African stud- have since graduated, sued Carleton for rea Knowledge Partnership Program ies. According to a news release, $200,000 last year in connection to their (KPP). The program is unprecedented the university hopes the program October 2010 arrests. The students as prior to its start in 2011; North will “seal [Carleton’s] reputation were members of Carleton Lifeline, Korean officials had previously only as the go-to place in Canada for their demonstration featured posters gone on short-term study tours in the African studies. depicting aborted fetuses. United States. Carleton launched the Institute A portion of their suit was already This year’s participants are of African Studies (IAS) in 2009 and thrown out in January by an Ottawa professors at Kin Il Sung University, remains Canada’s only degree grant- judge. The Court of Appeal upheld the University of National Economy, ing African Studies program. the decision, stating that the Charter and Pyongyang University of For- The director of IAS, Blair Ruth- does not apply to a private institution eign Studies. While at UBC, they erford said they have continuously because the university is not carrying will take courses in English as well received feedback from undergradu- out a government program or policy as their areas of expertise, which ate students about the lack of African when it books space for extra cur- include international trade, finance, studies grad programs. ricular events. The students have been and economics. The university recognized the ordered to pay $42,000 of Carleton’s The KPP is a direct result of need for a graduate program as legal fees, yet they say they will continue ties built up over decades between “Africa is at the forefront of many their claim that they were wrongfully Canadian and North Korean govern- key and contemporary and historical arrested. The case could be appealed ment officials and scholars. UBC’s issues that make it an exceptionally to the Supreme Court. relationship with North Korea is important continent to study in this evidently much more present than age of industrialization,” stated – With files from Maclean’s and the other universities in Canada. Rutherford. Carlton Newsroom Fatima Naveed Opinion editor

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Editorial Staff Managing Editor, Zoe Kim Head Reporter, Sam Nabi Copy Editor, Nora Meszaros UW students look forward to another co-op term at RIM Cover Editor, Ezra Wasser News Editor, Becky Loi CONCEPT CAZ SPIDELL/ GRAPHIC MAJURATAN SADAGOPAN News Assistant, Robert W. Savoy Opinion Editor, Fatima Naveed Features Editor, Michelle Sterba Features Assistant, Lindsay Simmons Arts Editor, Jason Day Arts Assistant, Myles Hudson Science Editor, Kristin Li Batman and anarchic justice Sports Editor, Veekshita Chaluvan Photo Editor, Wayne Hsu, Assistant Photo Editor, Anna Nguyen Graphics Editor, Majuratan Sadagopan Graphics Assistant, Winona So [email protected] Web Administrator, Richard Ye Systems Admin. Assistant, vacant he latest Batman film, “The ultimate authority laws that contra- Production Staff Dark Knight Rises,” provides dict the wishes of the majority are How does justice work with no Ananya Chattoraj, Annie Que, Ronald Chui, Jen- a vivid example of what is difficult to uphold. The recent “Stop nifer Blackwood, Caz Spidell, Megan Nourse T absolute authority? commonly, and wrongly, perceived Online Piracy Act” in the US that as how justice would work under caused an uproar and so failed to Imprint is the official student newspaper of the anarchy. Even if you haven’t seen the pass is a good example. Bane’s ini- stems from the social aspect of justice with a corrupt notion of justice. University of Waterloo. It is an editorially indepen- movie yet, there shouldn’t be any- tiation of what is essentially martial and that without a single entity deter- Despite acting as a warlord, Bane pro- dent newspaper published by Imprint Publications, Waterloo, a corporation without share capital. Imprint thing too surprising or “spoilerish” law made it right and permissible to mining what is and isn’t punishable, claims his rule of Gotham as being is a member of the Ontario Community Newspaper in this article. If you can get past this steal whatever one wanted, so long desire not to have something done to “for the people.” This is remarkably Association (OCNA). Editorial submissions may be sentence, you should be fine: Bane as it was done against those held in one’s self naturally determines what similar to governments of all stripes, considered for publication in any edition of Imprint. leads an uprising and seizes control public disfavour. a society will tolerate. Secondly, in from China to the US. Imprint may also reproduce the material commercially in any format or medium as part of the newspaper of Gotham City. The chaos and Normally, the desire to steal is bal- anarchy every person is a competing The freer a society, the more in- database, Web site or any other product derived from ridiculous justice portrayed in the anced by the desire not to be stolen interest, with a stake in how justice dividual beliefs influence the justice the newspaper. Those submitting editorial content, movie touches on perhaps the most from, but Bane destroys that balance is carried out since any precedents system of that society. The less free including articles, letters, photos and graphics, will grant Imprint first publication rights of their submitted controversial aspect of anarchy: How by giving one group the force of law. created have the potential to affect a a society, the more you can expect material, and as such, agree not to submit the same does justice work with no absolute Another primary balancing factor is person later. It is not that every person to find an “us versus them” mental- work to any other publication or group until such “ authority? multiple competing interests. This is will influence every proceeding, but ity between two groups, such as the time as the material has been distributed in an issue of Imprint, or Imprint declares their intent not to By common perception, lack of an the primary balancing factor behind along with justice being social, each “Occupy Wall Street” protestors and publish the material. The full text of this agreement absolute authority would lead to a situ- competition, though it is often mis- person influences what is acceptable some arbitrary categorization of rich is available upon request. ation similar to the one portrayed by understood and frowned upon. in a society. people. Imprint does not guarantee to publish articles, photographs, letters or advertising. Material may the movie. People are forced to defend Bane’s government creates two very What is perhaps the hardest to The very same system that con- not be published, at the discretion of Imprint, if that themselves, others steal whatever and distinct groups, shifting people into just come to terms with is that a warlord centrates judicial powers in the hands material is deemed to be libelous or in contravention whenever they can, and those hated by one and removing other options. Even situation does not naturally arise from of a few is also the system that is with Imprint’s policies with reference to our code of ethics and journalistic standards. Imprint reserves the the majority are given sentencing trials dissenting with the majority opinion in anarchy. Rather than destabilizing and used by rich individuals or large right to edit, condense or reject any contribution. with no chance of defense. 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Next staff meeting: and the “Reign of Terror,” or Stalin’s major distinctions between anarchy is no ultimate authority on justice more Certain groups always use the power Monday, June 25 at 12:30 p.m. Soviet Union. and more chaotic, less legitimate than it does now, and would actually of government to take from others The fundamental difference that forms of government such as Bane’s. more likely occur less, due to drastically or prosecute them for actions that Next Board of Directors meeting: Thursday, August 2, time T.B.A. creates this chaos is the removal of In anarchy, what is enforceable as smaller interference from unjust laws. should not be illegal. Anarchy is not balancing factors. Justice is a social law is only what is common among The problems of Bane’s chaotic only feasible, it is more peaceful and phenomenon, and even under an the people living in that society. This government are not limited to those just than government. 6 [email protected] Opinion Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca Out with the new, in with the old Letter to the Editor RE: Don’t ban the water bottle

A collaborative initiative headed of students preferred tap water to by the UW Ban the Bottle Coali- bottled water through the use of a [email protected] tion is underway in an attempt to taste-test (n=140). Therefore, the eliminate the sale and distribution of fact that bottled water comprises a bottled water from UW food outlets minority of the waste stream has no The university needs to be innovative with current space before on campus. bearing on this initiative. Last week’s (Jul. 13, 2012) edi- A secondary objective of the ban taxing students and the environment with a new student building tion of Imprint contained an article was to reduce plastic products going he proposal for the new student Obviously, the main purpose of the necessary space for student and that suggested rather than banning into landfills. This is different than, services building is on the table the library is no longer simply to ac- administrative purposes. bottled water, that funds from as suggested last week, “improving from students, as Feds exec race cess research materials, it has become Essentially, an assessment would increasing recycling infrastructure the recycling rate.” The elimination T and material purity, potentially of bottled water has been assumed to have some input into the UW ad- a place for social and study space. The have to be done by the university ministration’s planned student building university has 1,465,159 print titles, to examine the opportunities costs generated from increasing student to impact dietary choices through and leave a lasting legacy for students. and when only 180,349 of those titles for that space; but potentially, there awareness, ought to be reinvested restricting the demand for healthier According to the student feedback gets loaned out over a calendar year could be a minimal negative impact on into expanding the recycling col- alternatives. Such an assumption is Feds received, they have a clear man- that means over 87 per cent of the students that would create a positive lection program to better encour- not entirely warranted: if the demand date to demand a building that has university’s library holdings are sitting outcome. An idea such as this would age responsible and ethical waste for water is there in the first place, space for student services, study space, around gathering dust. take care of the needs cited in three disposal. students may seek out their options social space, food kiosks, and it must The university already makes use of the four planned floors of the new The article argued that invest- for a free, public source rather than also look iconic. Given the location of of off-campus storage for some of student building. ment in human capital required to instinctively opting for soft drinks, the proposed building, I don’t see how its print materials. The TriUniversity Students should not have to pay ban bottled water was not worth it coffee or other beverages. it can avoid being overshadowed by Group (TUG) of libraries has a stor- for their own study and social space, because bottled water contributes Capacity-building for students the truly impressive building on UW’s age facility called The Annex, located we should only need to pay for space only a minor percentage of the waste and community members is critical campus, the Dana Porter Library. in Guelph, that serves as a repository that is geared toward specific student stream. It further argued that an for more sustainable and responsible There is an ongoing idea float- for the TUG libraries’ less-used library services and businesses. It’s also an idea “annoying ban” would not increase behaviour, especially for values and ing around UW administration that resources. Just over a quarter of the that the university can afford. If the recycling rates or consumptive pat- actions that are simple, easy and pow- would solve most of these issues, university’s library shelving is located new student building will be similar to terns. Some of these are valid points, erful. However, the campus already giving students greater study space, a off-campus. The main question is, the one proposed in 2009, it will cost but the pathway to ban bottled water has a substantial recycling infrastruc- place to print, prayer space, and give how far should the university go with over $1 million in operating costs each was not simply pulled out of the air ture, increasing this amount would the admin some office space without this initiative? year. The university had previously without thoughtful consideration of certainly prove to be difficult given having to break more ground and If the university has 27 per cent earmarked $5.1 million for the project, its purpose and implications. decentralized authorizers, available creating greater environmental impact of it’s least-used books already off- so they could use that money to expand Firstly, it is helpful to clarify the space and the increased strain on on campus. campus, then perhaps as much as 60 the library’s off-campus warehouse. primary objective of this initiative human and economic resources. That grand idea was repurposing per cent of the current on-campus The question that needs to be an- which mainly informed the approach The only plausible trade-off in the Dana Porter Library by shifting holdings to an expanded TUG facility swered everyone involved is whether sought (i.e., banning bottled water). this initiative is ridding the campus books to a warehouse and refurbish- or a new warehouse built on campus we truly need to have another building Activist groups are aiming to ban of a marketed product that is already ing the existing space. It is an idea without students noticing. With six taking up greenspace on campus, or an unnecessary product for which available from free, safe and easily that seems to make sense. Last year of Dana Porter’s ten currently be- we can increase the efficiency of cur- comparable substitutes (i.e., water available public sources. And since 3,208,127 people made use of the ing used to store library materials, rent space on campus? I hope we can stations and fountains) exist to this initiative targets an unnecessary library, and yet only 180,349 materials the university could free up at least work to secure the latter and leave a meet the present demand for such product, the simplest and most ef- were loaned out last year. three floors which would provide much better legacy on campus. a product. For instance, a study as fective approach is an outright ban. part of the UW Water Awareness Community Editorial Week found that over 61 per cent UW Ban the Bottle Coalition A threat to the beautiful diversity of K-W RE: Social justice is unjust

I write to express my frustration I witnessed this event as I was indicative of desiring a confrontation, To the Editor, the blanket statement that social and agitation at a middle-aged man’s walking home from class in the he was not proselytizing his lifestyle, justice is unjust is, at best, a mis- disgraceful display of homophobia University of Waterloo Pharmacy he was not wearing offensive clothing, The article this week posted by representation of the entire social in downtown Kitchener on July 12th Building. Walking ahead of me but he was simply talking on his cell Mr. Manary on the injustice of social justice movement and at worst, is around 6pm. was a nice young man talking on phone, yet the middle-aged man felt justice was enlightening. The points an acceptance of a Randian system This display, marked by the ver- his cell phone. I then witnessed a a need to express such a derogatory made about the absurdity of the of ethics and morals which are bal harassment of a young, male middle-aged man walking his dog comment. right to Internet access and other dictated by one’s self interests and adult, not only shocked me, but stop and verbally harass the young The KW community should rights, as he had articulated in the not a common good. also disheartened me to see how man for being gay. be concerned that we still have article, are valid and must be used As someone who considers peac- homophobia is not only alive and I am disappointed with his hateful members amongst us who do not by people who claim to be social ful anarchy to only exist in Utopia, I well, but that there is still no regard words, which I will not repeat here, feel that it is necessary to uphold justice advocates as the ultimate test understand Mr. Manary’s viewpoint, for the feelings of another human and with his perceived need to express Section 15 of the Canadian Char- of the pragmatism of their cause. but must ask him to be pragmatic being regardless of their personal his hate in such a public way. The ter of Rights and Freedoms which That being said, his general point about this. Libertarianism does have orientation. young man’s manner was in no way includes the right to freedom from that social justice is unjust is flawed. its place in society, especially when it discrimination. à Without the concept of social comes to the defense of civil liber- It is frustrating to me that, in justice, there would be no universal ties. The government does not and this day and age, there is still such a healthcare, a provision that is en- should not have the right to violate level of negative and publicly-open joyed by almost every industrialised civil liberties for the sake of security. reactions in the community. country in the world. Without it, On the other hand, libertarian I do understand that people there would be no movement to economics, which cannot exist with- like this are a minority now, but rehabilitate prisoners, no attempts out truely free markets, is impracti- the presence of such intolerance to remove the death penalty or even cal and is at worst detrimental to a should be addressed by the larger the basic worker’s rights to a safe society that unconciously wishes to community. I implore my beloved workplace. be economically stable, even if it is community of KW to continue pro- It took social justice advocates not prosperous. moting our wonderful diversity, and years to fight for these provision to continue to support and uphold to be commonplace. Now while I Thanking you, programs that help to break down agree that present day social advo- the remaining barriers between us cates must see the pragmatism and Abraham Thomas and complete equality. necessity of their causes, to make 2A chemical engineering I was utterly shocked by what I witnessed, and have renewed con- cern regarding equality and diversity in KW, however, this event can also It may be true that the definition the Internet") is as "equally valid" be used as an example to demon- of social justice means different as the right to "chew bubblegum" strate that there is no place for this things to different students. it demonstrates he has little un- behaviour in our community. For example, for some students it derstanding of what many citizens I would only ask that we all be may mean “distributive justice;” to mean by "totalitarian government." more respectful of each other so that other students it may mean “retor- It seems obvious to me that the we can be proud of our cities and ative justice,” and to other students Peaceful Anachist lives in an “aca- to promote integrity and diversity it may mean somethng else. demic bubble” and has never expe- once more. I do agree with the newspaper rienced war or oppression himself. article that rights used to justisify The Imprint article, however, is Sincerely, social justice may sometimes be provocative and raises additional is- "inconsistent," but that is different sues that are worthwhile of dialogue Austen Finlay from writing they are "arbitrary." and informed debate. 4a Pharmacy When the Peaceful Anarchist asserts that the "right to education" Myron D. 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(basement) July/August 2012 rare Charitable Research Reserve TUESDAYS Stratford Summer Music brings presents “yoga@rare – Namaste na- CNIB is conducting a Lions Low you six weeks of music in beautiful ture lovers!” from 7 to 8 p.m. For Vision Clinic at 180 King Street, S., SUMMER HOLIDAYS downtown Stratford from July 16 registration/info 519-650-9336 or Waterloo from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For to August 26. For more info www. www.raresites.org. info www.cnib.ca or 1-800-265-4127. ARE HERE! stratfordsummermusic.ca or 519- Friday, August 31, 2012 FRIDAYS 271-2101. Imprint’s first issue of the fall term Free noon hour Indie concerts at This is Imprint’s last paper of Berlin Tower ARTSPACE pres- will be in news stands today at 6 Waterloo Public Square from May 4 ents “Trade Secrets: Century Work” a.m.! www.theimprint.ca. to September 28. Bring a lunch, bring the spring/summer term. in Kitchener by Karl Kessler and September 2012 a friend, bring your appetite for great Sunshine Chen. 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Rotunda Gallery presents “Over, July 27 – deadline for last submission Under, Around and Through” Riv- Wednesday, September 19, 2012 date for Continuation of Interest Free erside Print Group, from July 1 to KW Youth Theatre presents Fall Status forms for spring. 8 [email protected] Campus Bulletin Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca Satelite campus dispatch HUNTSVILLE CAMPUS Spanish for Travellers Intermediate Wednesday, September 19, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Georgian College Comes to Huntsville

The Muskoka Campus of Georgian College is excited to announce that we are now offering Continuing Education Courses in Hunts- ville. Public lecture: Tourism Impacts in Small Mountain Communities in British Columbia – Planning Implications WATERLOO SUMMIT CENTRE Friday, September 21, 2012 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm FOR THE ENVIRONMENT 87 Forbes Hill Drive Forbes Hill Research Park COURTESY HUNTSVILLE CAMPUS

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"Every summer the second year class at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture create a play based on material covered in their Cultural History course. This involves writing a script, building sets, making props, designing costumes, writing and recording mu- sic, finding a site, and marketing. The production is very community oriented and this year takes place outdoors at Taylor Lake.

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UWaterloo Stratford Campus Grand Opening October 16, 2012 | Waterloo Stratford Campus (125 St. Patrick St.) Michelle Sterba Features editor Lindsay [email protected] Simmons Features Imprint, Friday, July 27, 2012 Asst. features editor Car sharing now compatible with students

ALL PHOTOS WAYNE HSU UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED Brent Golem have the parking, we have the money, all we need are editor-in-chief the members.” Grand River CarShare has strong support in the UW pper-year students at the University of Waterloo community, with members ranging from student groups no longer need to wait until graduation to get a to activist professors pushing for expansion. The Wa- good deal on a new car. Grand River CarShare can terloo Region’s non-profit car-sharing co-operative has U the highest levels of university administration on board now accept members as young as 21 to their co-operative program. This prospect has excited a group who were with the project, and the group was able to connect with frustrated with the old restrictive policy. UW parking services to gain dedicated space in campus “I first looked into car-sharing several months ago and parking lots. They currently have 11 dedicated spots on was disappointed to hear about the minimum age, so this campus with two being filled, including a Honda Civic is a very exciting development for me,” said Sand Moshi, Hybrid located at “C” lot and Toyota Yaris located at the co-op’s first 21-year-old driver, and a student at the Conrad Grebel College parking lot. University of Waterloo. “I think this will be popular for Now that CarShare has opened up to a new user base many students because a lot of us are on a budget, but in university students, they believe they can expand their with CarShare we can get occasional car usage at low cost.” membership through word of mouth extolling the benefits Grand River CarShare has dropped the driver age to of the service and social media. Upon tweeting out their BRENT GOLEM 21 after negotiating with their insurance provider and announcement of the lowered age, CarShare had their Grand River CarShare member services co-ordinator Matthew Piggott convincing them that student drivers don't deserve such highest number of retweets ever, so they know they are stands in front of a potential car share spot in UW’s “N” parking lot. a poor reputation. connecting with their membership. “It has been a long process working with the insurance “Young people are getting licensed at an older age than company," said member services co-ordinator Matthew they have for decades, and are simply not as interested in Piggott. "Back in 2006 we were able to reduce the age to vehicle ownership,” said Jason Hammond, president of 23 and now it is down to 21, [which makes sense because] CarShare. “With this lower age restriction for CarShare studies show that university students are less likely to be drivers, many of today’s youth may never own a car.” in accidents.” Grand River CarShare expands based on demand, For as low as a $10 deposit and a credit card on file, with their members voting to fill potential locations with a student can now rent out a car at a much more reason- appropriate vehicles. The co-op recently purchased a able price compared to rental companies and the cost of Ford Connect cargo van to allow its members the ability purchasing and maintaining your own car. The CarShare to move large belongings. CarShare currently has 600 is a pay-per-use service in which you are charged by the members in Waterloo Region and Hamilton that share hour and kilometers driven. the 20 vehicles in the fleet. The vehicles are available “Nobody has cheaper rates because we are a co-op,” on a self-serve basis, with that hope that by filling in the said Piggott. “Recently, we have reduced the deposit gaps with occasional car use, they can support the use of due to scale, [now] all we need is a call to action. We greener transportation modes such as transit and cycling.

MAJURATAN SADAGOPAN Grand River CarShare has 11 potential parking spaces on UW’s campus, and currently has two spots, seen above, filled with cars. 10 [email protected] Features Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca

Where do your residence fees go?

Sam Nabi Occupancy statistics for this own affairs and are not included in Though the residences’ budget is head reporter year, however, are available. Not the department’s financial statistics. separate from that of the university surprisingly, the number of students So, how much money did the as a whole, the university collects iving in residence is a quintes- living in residence is much lower residences collect in 2010-2011? fees for such activities as credit card sential part of the transition in the spring term than in fall and The grand total comes to $29.8 processing and property mainte- from high school to univer- winter. For this term as well as in million. Nearly half of the budget nance. Therefore, fees are not only L spring 2011, only 27 per cent of was dedicated to paying off debt impacted by the residence’s internal sity life. For most first-years, it is their first home away from home, the available beds were occupied. ($6.3 million) and staff salaries ($5.8 operations, but also by the cost of where friendships are made that will In winter 2012, the occupancy rate million). Utilities, maintenance, and services provided by the university last until graduation and beyond. was 92 per cent, while in fall 2011 administrative costs were the next administration. It is common knowledge that over 99 per cent of beds were filled. three largest areas of spending. The combined salaries and ben- living in residence is not necessar- These occupancy statistics are The largest category of expen- efits of residence staff make up 26 ily the cheapest housing option for important for the residences’ bot- ditures, capital debt retirement, per cent of expenses, or $6.9 million. students, as sharing a double room tom line, as all of their expenses are involves the repayment of debt In 2011, the salaries of the director typically costs between $2000 and paid for by student fees. Everything incurred for mortgages and major of housing facilites and finance and $3000 per term. from staff salaries to maintenance to renovations to the residence build- the university housing officer were Many agree, however, that the utilities are paid by the students that ings. over $100,000. extra cost is worth the experience live at the residences. “Some buildings are free of Since residence dons are pro- that comes with living on campus — It is not possible to compare mortgage, but some aren’t,” ex- vided room and board instead of especially for first-year students to the revenues and expenses on a plained Chris Read, who was the getting paid, they do not show up immerse themselves in the university residence-by-residence basis, as the university’s housing officer for six on the residences’ payroll. That said, experience. residences’ accounts are centrally years before accepting the role of $497,000 (or 2 per cent of expenses) But if students in residence are managed by the university’s depart- associate provost students in May was dedicated in 2010-2011 towards paying more, on average, than those ment of housing and residences. 2012. don programming, which equates to living in comparable off-campus This department is responsible for “Mackenzie King, for example, roughly $45 per resident, per term. housing, what are they paying for, all seven residences (Village 1, Ron is relatively new, and we did nearly So, there you have it: everything exactly? Eydt Village, Mackenzie King Vil- $20 million worth of improve- you wanted to know about resi- To answer that question, Imprint lage, UW Place, Velocity, Columbia ments to UWP a few years back dence fees, but were too afraid to has obtained the residences’ finan- Lake Village–North, and Columbia when it was converted to single ask. Living in residence may cost a cial details for the 2010-2011 fiscal Lake Village–South). student use. There would be other pretty penny compared to some off- year, which ran from May 2010 to The four affiliated university col- mortgages on things like central campus housing options, but now April 2011. Figures for 2011-2012 leges, which each have a capacity of complex overhauls in both V1 and we can see where all those pretty are as of yet unavailable. roughly 200 residents, manage their REV,” said Read. pennies go. WINONA SO theImprint.ca Friday, July 27, 2012 Features [email protected] 11 You, me, and a jacked-up burger

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ou’re probably tired of reading us reading aren’t even old enough to about hamburgers, and with have experienced; but I won’t in this Ydue reason. It seems this sum- rare instance, because glass bottled mer they’re all I write about, so I don’t Coke has an appetence different from blame you. But please, dear readers, what we drink out of a can or plastic bear with me one last time, and take bottle. Don’t believe me? comfort in knowing that my burgin’ Go to Jack’s and shell out the has given me a wide perspective on three dollars to try one. Gone is that the patties our city has to offer. overbearing carbonated saltiness the At the request of yet another kids from Hong Kong go gaga over. mouth I was led to Jack Burger Pub, Relish in the pungent caramel syrup an alleged dive bar turned hamburger that sweetens the liquor. Personally, joint not a month old. I’ve known I’m glad I threw my prejudice to the the red bricked house on the corner wind this time. of Duke and Ontario Street my en- Spoiling myself further I asked tire life, parking in the adjacent lot for a Jack burger with smoked many-a-time, hearing the rabble from bacon, blue cheese, and the usual within, neon lights glowing without, burger fare. All that, and a side of never having the gall to enter on my poutine. Then, after a patient 10 own, or even with a friend. But those minutes, laid in front of me was a were different days. Days when Jack fine grained sesame bun stacked with Burger was old One Eyed Jack’s, a pickles, lettuce, chopped tomatoes bar most probably didn’t look twice (not conventionally sliced), bacon, at. So, why would I? and a blue cheese that liquefied as it Well, as a staunch advocate of smothered a pale looking patty, not good, focused menus I was nothing seared like I’d expect. but thrilled when a friend told me to The first bite shocked me with check out Jack’s: a place with three the pickles’ fruitiness, the rich blue menu options and nothing else. Now, cheese mellowed any sweetness and it may not be the focused mastery we the chewy demeanor of burger and want with foodstuff that takes time bun, balanced perfectly in proportion, and effort, like a perfect bowl of made the chuck disappear in a matter ramen, or good cup of coffee, but of minutes, leaving a mess of mustard the dynamic is something I certainly and ketchup in its wake. It wasn’t the appreciate and wish to support. best burger I’ve had, but it certainly Straight and to the point, Jack’s al- was genial enough. lows its customers to choose from two The side of poutine was another kinds of patties, vegetarian or meat, story: fries smattered with grains of or Jack’s 8” hot dog; from there, you salt smothered in an even saltier gravy have the option of making a myriad and curds that didn’t melt, even in of combinations with toppings, some 30 degree weather. Nothing out of at extra charge, but who’s counting. the ordinary, and like so many other LUIGI DI GENNARO There’s also the choice of salads, poutines this city has to offer. Alone, and cool nostalgic novelties like milk however, the earthy flavour of the Jack Burger shakes, what Jack’s menu explains as fries was a delight.

Location: 45 Duke St. W, Kitchener “real” ice cream, and soft drinks in Otherwise, I’ve no qualms with

Accepted forms of payment: Debit, credit, cash glass bottles. Now, if you know me Jack’s. If you’re in the neighbourhood, by now, you know I’d rail against and if you want a burger, there it is, Hours: 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. (week), 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. (weekend) such appeals to a nostalgia most of patio, bar, and all. Relationships“ suck... ish.

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f you think about what relation- tive emotions are usually released in ships really are, you start to realize a disparaging manner. Ihow truly amazing they have the ...we can always We will yell at loved ones for potential to be. no reason, and we will avoid their To have that level of connec- hold on to hope. company because we don’t have tion with someone, and to be able the patience. Worst of all, we will to experience all that enjoyment, throw words like knives because we whether it is for one brief night or are hurting, and so should they. It’s many long years, is incomparable. It’s It’s irrational, unreasonable, and it no wonder that the verse ends with a the ultimate adrenaline rush, feeding serves no purpose other than to bring “that’s the curse of humans, born in strength into the brain and making us down, but it happens anyway. This passion you destroy.” one wander into situations that they is because the wonderful things we call Humans are neurotic, paranoid, normally would not, or could not, emotions have an equally wonderful and easily frightened, but we do have bring themselves to face. duality to them. a few redeeming qualities. The best Relationships are also part of There is a song that has a verse of them is that we can always hold an elite group of circumstances “which begins with “you would not on to hope. Sometimes it’s false and that can make someone willingly go feel sadness if you never tasted joy,” sometimes we cling for too long, but through all kinds of hell just for a and nothing could be truer. we do it because we care. shot at them. No matter how much prosperity None of us are even close to being So, if relationships are so great, we go through, we must eventually saints, yet at the same time none of why do so many of them end miser- feel pain. It keeps us humble and us are truly sinners. Most of us may ably? It has to do with the fact that, it teaches us humility, but that go through a day reaping too much, while the sum is great, the individual doesn’t mean the cycle happens but as long as we can sow at least one parts are often lacking. accordingly. seed, I think things will be okay. It’s People have a natural tendency We will get angry when the bus just astounding how good we are at to create chaos no matter how hard doesn’t come on time, we will dread fucking things up. they wish to avoid it. I’m sure all of a day because it might rain and we In the end, all I can really say is that, us have felt territorial at one point forgot to bring an umbrella, and we in general, relationships don’t suck; or another, be it with a loved one will cry during romantic comedies people do. I guess it’s a good thing or a prospective fling that is being because why, oh, why is that not our we aren’t meant to fall for everyone, charmed by someone else. life? The worst part is that the nega- just someone a little more specific. ERIC CHENGYANG Jason Day Arts editor

[email protected] Myles Hudson Arts Imprint, Friday, July 27, 2012 Asst. arts editor UW A Cappella presents: The end of term concert

Erika Dreher “All our efforts culminate into our developed a version of the song that intern end of term concert,” Le-Nguyen was not only dramatic and edgy, but explained. “Everyone looks forward their distinctive voices maintained a s the term has quickly come to it, and it is often sold out.” particular feminine atmosphere. to a close, the UW A Cap- Haddie is also a member of the The group finished their set with pella Club has wrapped up A Cappella group, The AcaBellas. their version of “Do My Thing” by A The AcaBellas are a 16-piece, all-girl Estelle featuring Janelle Monáe. This yet another semester with their send-off concert. The end of term A Cappella group at UW, and were song was upbeat and had great solo- UW A Cappella concert was held on highly anticipated performers last ists, Lily Horne and Melissa Shi. Their Friday, July 20th. Friday night. With covers from vari- final number was topped off with The show was two impressive ous genres, they appealed to nearly fanatic choreography. Their five-song hours that featured some excep- everyone in the audience. set secured them a roaring applause tional talent, from seven different “Our favourite part about per- and standing ovation. A Cappella groups. Each group forming is how our hard work can The show finished with a group brought something a little bit dif- bring a smile to the audience,” ex- song that got almost 100 performers ferent, whether it was a beat boxer, plained Le-Nguyen. “We can feed on stage to cover “We Are Young” by intense choreography, or sopranos off the energy they radiate.” Fun featuring Janelle Monáe. Overall that were able to reach some pow- The girls are known for their tradi- the concert was a success, and very erful notes. tional red ties and strong voices. They entertaining. The comical MC’s did The club started in spring of 2008 collaborate on choreography, song a great job of keeping the audience by four students in engineering and choice and obviously, their wardrobe. laughing and engaged. science. The club has been growing The biggest crowd pleaser pre- The A Cappella Club is currently ever since. formed by the AcaBellas was their gearing up for their fall term. The Every term starts off with an in- cover of Justin Timberlake’s 2007 hit, club is anticipating even more singers formation session for new and return- “Love Stoned/ I Think She Knows,” than this year. ing singers to see what is planned for with soloists Nathania Ramsay, and As far as the AcaBellas? Le- the upcoming year. Events through- Lauren Shea. When the girls would Nguyen explains, “We would love out the year are also organized by belt out the lyrics, “She’s got me love to progress in our musicality and the special events director, Haddie stoned and man I swear she knows,” diversify the breadth of our perfor- Le-Nguyen. the audience howled. The soloists mances.”

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Gaming provides progressive new research oppurtunity

Ivan Lui in games-driven content, interactions, research efforts focused on player Randall believes that gaming is In total, the grants given out have senior reporter interfaces, and technologies both cur- immersion and player behaviour in having a greater impact on our lives totaled about $70 million given out to rent and future. games and game-related technologies now more than ever. Some data re- more than 92 research teams across very once in a while the Arts “What are the factors (technical, and interactions. leased by Randall; the average gamer the country. faculty receives some recog- psychological, sensory, social) that The partners involved with this age is now 37 with 12 years of actual Dr. Randall is also a part of the nition for their accomplish- engage and motivate players and cre- project are: McMaster University, gaming; 42 per cent are women; adult Communitech Hub at the Tannery E ate a rich gaming experience? How Carleton University, Concordia Uni- women represents (percentage wise) in Kitchener. Communitech works as ments. Earlier this summer Prof. Neil Randall of the English department might we use knowledge of these versity, University of Ontario Insti- more than boys under 18, and 29 a non-profit organization that wants received such recognition from the factors to create more sophisticated tute of Technology, University of per cent of players are older than 50. to promote the region as a “technol- community at large. games, not only to entertain, but to California Davis, Microsoft Studios, Despite such numbers, there is still ogy cluster.” Specifically, Dr. Randall received educate, to train, to enhance social Electronic Arts, Digital Extremes, negative outlook towards those who With hundreds of tech compa- $2.5 million from the SSHRC (Social interaction, to simulate real-world PineLake Communications, The Ant play video games. nies that base themselves within Sciences and Humanities Research scenarios, to improve health and Firm, and Communitech. The grant was given by the Hon. Kitchener-Waterloo, Communitech Council of Canada) for his work in wellness, etc.?” said Randall. “And Dr. Randall will also receive an Gary Goodyear, Minister of State hopes to bring out collaborations the world of video gaming. Having as- what are the specific factors or additional $3.3 million for in-kind for Science and Technology, who amongst individuals for technological sembled a team involving researchers contexts associated with immersive services. In total, with the grant, he made the announcement at the advancements in the national level. and graduate students from humani- game-play that can sometimes lead has received $5.8 million to help his opening event for the Congress of The facility in which they operate ties, social sciences, engineering, and to problems, for instance addiction research. the Humanities and Social Sciences exists in downtown Kitchener, with computer sciences, Dr. Randall tries or social isolation?” The gaming industry is worth ap- conference. a 30,000 square-foot space. to understand the virtual world and The IMMERSe (Interactive & proximately $1.7 billion annually in “Our government’s top priority is In total, the gaming industry is the effects that it has on us in the real. Multi-Modal Experience Research Canada. Nationally, the development jobs, growth and long-term prosper- worth over $60 billion. With more As the recipient of the largest Syndicate) project that Randall is a part centres are mostly based in Mon- ity. To remain at the forefront of the development in gaming thanks to SSHRC grant so far in the university, of is made up of 35 researchers with treal, Toronto, and London. With this global economy, our government mobile devices and the ease with Dr. Randall also heads the new Games eight universities participating. The project, it will hopefully draw more is investing in the people and ideas which one can create small games for Institute aimed at doing research in team is also supported by six formal attention to Kitchener-Waterloo as that will produce tomorrow’s break- purchase, there is a growing market the world of gaming. Through analysis academic partners and six formal a potential ground for further game throughs,” said Goodyear. “Through in video gaming. of video gaming, the institute hopes industry partners. Through the next development. Recently, Rockstar, a these investments, we are creating the With further research, Dr. Ran- to bring about more understanding several years, and with the help of games development studio, closed best-educated and most skilled work- dall hopes that they will be able to of the interactions that people have. this funding, Dr. Randall hopes that its offices in Vancouver, transferring force in the world and strengthening open up the development market This is performed through research the team will be able to undertake its members to Toronto. Canada’s research advantage.” more. theImprint.ca Friday, July 27, 2012 Arts [email protected] 13 Movie Review realization that Bane is just better, ments number only in the few is quite better than the police, better than impressive indeed. An even bigger the government, and better than budget, yet another new principal Bats himself. location (Pittsburgh, Gotham previ- TDKR also features several other ously being portrayed by Chicago), newcomers to the franchise, two of and even more gorgeous IMAX whom are already Nolan favourites. cinematography courtesy of Wally Selina Kyle (Anne “mmm mmm” Pfister mean that TDKR is more Hathaway) is the skilled and sexy visually splendorous and bigger than burglar Catwoman, the personifica- its predecessors. tion of the film’s thematic conflict Overall, The Dark Knight Rises is of rich and powerful versus the poor an awesome film (in the truest sense), and numerous. towering, surprising, and steeped in Rich and beautiful financier Mi- Batman lore. Nolan cherry picked randa Tate (Marion Cotillard) is a some of the best elements of the new love interest for the despondent Batman lexicon to build his series, Wayne and brings him back to the and saves some of the best parts world after eight years of solitude and players for the last. The motif following the events of The Dark of (dashed) hope is clearly illustrated Knight. John Blake (Joseph Gordon- and permeates the film and its world Levitt, who is having an excellent like a seeping cancer, slowly breaking year) is an idealistic cop, hoping for down characters and darkening the the return of Batman and the only story. The movie comes as a perfect one taking the new threats to Gotham conclusion for the series, ending on seriously. the exact note it needed to. Returning stars Morgan Free- I’d also like to draw the parallels man and Gary Oldman, as Wayne between TDKR and one of the Enterprises CEO Lucius Fox and biggest series finales in film: Return Police Commissioner James Gor- of the Jedi. Not only in its quality don respectively, both turn solid as a close to a story (no ewoks here UPMOVIE.NET performances and, strangely enough, though!) but in plot elements as well, The Dark Knight Rises time well, avoiding dragging on by the massive, masked, and menacing comedy. Michael Caine truly steals the and even characters. In fact, it brings Warner Bros. being as complex as, if not more so, superterrorist. show amongst the heroes though. His to light the entire series’ similarity to Christopher Nolan than any other Nolan film. Bane is a fantastic villain, the performance as Alfred Pennyworth, the Star Wars trilogy. Bane and Va- Christian Bale gives another standout character in the film, and longtime caregiver and butler to der isn’t the only comparison direct he final installment in Chris- strong performance as Batman and holds his own in a series known for Bruce Wayne, is strikingly emotional, comparison here, there are many topher Nolan’s historic and his billionaire alter-ego Bruce Wayne. its antagonists. Possessing a mythical and will dampen the eyes of many a more, but I fear I’d ruin the plot if I beloved Batman trilogy has The amount of grit and determina- back-story, a strangely refined man- theatregoer. say more. Watch the movie with this T TDKR has a few moments where in mind, and you’ll see quite quickly. arrived, and it was worth the wait. The tion in his performance is impressive, ner, a strange mask, and an iconic Dark Knight Rises (TDKR) is a grand, and his slightly silly Batman voice voice that mixes the regal and brutal, it strays into the realm of the ridicu- Watch this movie, it’s a grand powerful, and satisfying conclusion to is thankfully overshadowed by a Bane is the best Darth Vader since lous, with some goofy lines (mostly experience, a worthy successor, and this version of the Batman mythos. spectacular newcomer. Tom Hardy, Darth Vader. from Bats himself) and odd plot easily one of the greatest three-quels A marathon of a film at 164 minutes, introduced to major audiences by Much of the drama and tension moments, but as this is a Batman of all time. the movie nonetheless fills its running Nolan in Inception, appears as Bane: in TDKR derives from the early film, the fact that the ridiculous mo- —Caz Spidell

Mountain Goats Propaghandi “Cry for Judas” “Failed States”

If only my naïveté were better Break out your ratty flannel,‘ cause intact, I think I’d enjoy this bubbly, it’s time to resuscitate your inner upbeat song more. high-school anarchist.

Bear Mountain The Hood Internet “Two Step” “Grown Up Has No Trigger (Dan- ny Brown vs Dirty Projectors)” When it dips back below 0º, and yeah, it will eventually, dig this one out to Leave it to The Hood Internet’s ABX remember these warm summer days. to create the most haunting mash- up since SoCalled’s “You Are Never Alone”left-of-centre pop music. Kreayshawn The Gaslight Anthem “Go Hard (La.La.La.)” “Here Comes My Man” @WhiteGirlMob 4lyffe #gohard- Fallon leads a march for wounded bitch #sarkasm?! suburbanites.

Sebadoh Kendrick Lamar “All Kinds” “Swimming Pools (Drank)” Have the words “joyous,” “diva,” I can no longer stand these Phil’s “goth,” and “dubstep” ever been nights. combined in a sentence? 14 [email protected] Arts Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca Local veterans make new sounds

Nora Meszaros Fest this fall. And in five years, Detox said, you staff reporter can find the guys touring with Slayer, or in rehab. He chuckled, “Probably both.” he best bands are the ones that have been around for a while, and local bands are no All Systems Go Texception. With band efforts grouping, col- Forming from two bands – Cambridge’s Fallen laborating, and regrouping into new bands, new Affliction and K-W’s This City, Divided – All genres emerge out of the local scene. This brings Systems Go recently took charge in the local to mind perhaps the most well-known local band, scene as a pop punk/easycore project. Their EP, The Cobrahawks, who assembled from several You Won’t Be My Anchor, is currently in process different talents to bring a fresh sound to K-W. but their single “Reach for the Sky” is streaming Similarly, the seniority of some “new bands” all over the internet (that means check it out). in the area, like Warlord Messiah and All Systems So far, the locals who are paying close enough Go, allows years of talent to create new and attention to these boys seem to be accepting of exciting opportunities. And let’s face it: if it the sound and the vibes. Vocalist Alex Vokey, 21, makes the musicians happy, then the local scene sees expanding their fanbase past the local scene From left to right: Matt Vella, Smash Adams, Brian Scheid, should welcome the efforts with open arms. as their biggest challenge as a band. “There seem and Rider Johnson of Warlord Messiah play The Hive in to be so many of the same shows each weekend Warlord Messiah Kitchener on May 8th. and the area is becoming oversatured,” he said, Dubbed by guitarist Willy Detox as “your commenting on the sparse turn-out of many mother’s worst nightmare,” Warlord Messiah shows put on by local bands. COURTESY FACEBOOK.COM/WARLORDMESSIAH formed in August 2011 when he and drummer Vokey sees his bandmates’ prior musical ex- Rider Johnson, 25, began jamming together. Since periences as their biggest asset. “All of us came then, they’ve seen original lead guitarist Jason from such different bands before that it tends to Tyler come and go, with bassist Fat Scheid, 29, come through in our music,” he said. Vokey rec- and current lead guitarist Matty Riggs coming to ognizes the heavier metalcore roots of drummer join their current “thrashy” effort. Alex Korn, bassist Tyler Hemmen, and guitarist Detox, 24, who came on board following a Kelly Jarrett as refreshing in the grand scheme bass gig with Sin of Silence, seems to have a great of things. With second guitarist Justin Kilroy, 20, bond with his current vocalist, Smash Adams. “He joining from Fallen Affliction, there will always be joined two weeks before our first show and has a heavier connotation, even in their softer songs. been our vocalist ever since,” Detox said. “We can’t The best part of the band? The personality. seem to lose him no matter how hard we try!” They don’t just make music, they make you laugh. Currently unsigned, Warlord Messiah pride They’re “goofy,” according to Vokey, “and never themselves in being one of the few Ontario bands boring.” Guitarist Jarrett even commented on who aren’t afraid of guitar solos. “We stand out the maturation of his bandmates (old and new) because we are playing old school metal, but since the times of This City, Divided, when they making it modernized to what we feel is going praised their passion for blowjobs and burritos. From left to right: Ty Hemmen (bass/vocals), Justin on today in the world,” Detox said. “Clearly we were young and dumb then. We’re Kilroy (guitar), Alex Vokey (vocals), Kelly Jarrett (guitar/ According to Detox, the image of Warlord more reformed now,” he said. “We’re fellatio and vocals), and Alex Korn (drums) of All Systems Go. Messiah is no act. “We play as hard as we party, McDouble kinda guys now.” and don’t plan on stopping until we’re dead,” he Be sure to check out their EP this fall or said. Upcoming for the band is a debut EP in tweet them photos of food (@AllSystmsGo). COURTESY AARON SCHWAB the works and a slot on the local stage at KOI I promise they’ll dig it.

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ven as the monocle fell off the face of Bioshock or Portal have many of the trappings of game of chess, a football match, or a movie. presents over-the-top Hollywood action experi- an audience member for one of the first a conventional game. With Role-playing and/ It’s something else. I’d argue that deserves ence in its single player campaign, yet the far Efilms, even with the general snobbiness or puzzle games, in trying to beat non-player another name. more popular multiplayer is far more like a game some showed when it came for the medium characters, there are certain goals and rules in rather than an experience, playing out as if it were when it first appeared, no one could say “Mo- these games. What’s in a name? a paintball competition, only with virtual guns. tion Picture” was a bad name. Yet I feel like games are transcending the label Of course, this is all just musing. Whether Also, these two variations on the video game I run into a problem though when it comes of games. Bioshock is built off the tradition of Pong or not it’s called a video game, or something play out more of a scale rather than polar op- to describing a video game. In the same sentence and Space Invaders that came before, but it doesn’t else, the power of a simulated experience will posites. A Mario Bros. game clearly has many I can mention the merits of a well written novel, play as a simple game. It’s an experience, complete still exist. of the tropes of a conventional game, with a screenplay, and a game script, and the video with a complex plot and looming atmosphere. It’s Let’s say hypothetically, I somehow was able points and the main goal being simply to reach game stands out. It’s a game, it evokes a game of less of a game, more like a movie, and more of to define games into different types and make it the end. Yet, you could argue that there is also chess or checkers, a game of football or hockey. an experience. You experience a story crafted by stick. I would argue that we’d need two defini- an experience inherent in the game. I can recall It doesn’t evoke the same level of respect a novel the creators, supplemented by the trappings of a tions of video games, though there would be many stories of “that time” you made that one or movie would. It does fit in some cases, but I “game” to become something I would define as room for overlap. jump, or “that time” you found out you could don’t think the name is all too accurate anymore. more than just a game. We’d have the conventional video game, a use the shoe in Super Mario Bros 3. game that follows in the tradition of the arcade The game’s game Shared, divergent experience games like Centipede or Asteroids. Think a game Respecting the medium Undeniably, some video games are games, Many video games, when used in conversa- that’s played for points or for completion, a Video games are an infant medium in the plain and simple. The easiest genre to slot into tion, don’t sound like games. You don’t describe game for game’s sake. scheme of things, just as movies were thought of this is the puzzle genre. Tetris, Tetris Attack, a situation in a game like Skyrim with the descrip- Next, we have a virtual experience. It’s a game as a medium with no future in the past by some, Puyo Pop, so on. These are games in the plainest tions you would with a chess game or a game that is following in the tradition of virtual reality, it will take a while for video game to gain respect, sense, devoid of story, save for the odd token of football or a more “gamey” game like Pong a game that attempts to simulate an experience. to be respected by the general public and more story mode, played like a conventional game, or Pacman. The stories of defeating a dragon or Game tropes like points and unlockable can exist capable of creating deeper and more important with rules and strategy like any basic board discovering an item in a video game take on a of course, the difference is the focus. The focus experiences. The indie scene is already showing game, though perhaps at the faster pace that story of an experience, a shared experience. And of the game is to convey the experience, any the potential, such as a provocative Papo & Yo. the electronic medium allows. this transcends movies, where literally the same conventional game elements supplement this. At the end, I just want people to understand event is shown to all viewers. The experience that video games aren’t just Windows’ Solitare The virtual experience Problems diverges for all those who participate. or an arcade cabinet. There’s another potential Some games, I feel, barely qualify for the A “video game,” I feel, doesn’t accurately Of course, I could be blowing smoke. The for virtual experiences to rival the depth of any description of game. Certainly, a game like describe this type of experience. This isn’t a issue is there will always be overlap. Call of Duty movie or novel. Krystin Li Science editor

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PHOTOS WAYNE HSU VeloCity Demo Day is a chance for campus and VeloCity residence students“ to pitch and demo their start up ideas for a chance to one of two prizes of $1,000 each.

Erika Dreher screening process to fine tune their Two $1,000 awards were handed intern pitches,” said Kim Ho, marketing and out. During the demo day, the first communications director of Velocity, award was chosen by a panel of The teams all went through a elocity Demo Day is an event “It became a test of character, and three judges, and was granted to screening process to fine tune held every term by Velocity. showed if the teams really believed Followup. Followup is a startup de- The trade show presents in their idea.” signed to keep track of your unread V During the event, 11 new start-ups text messages. their pitches. It became a test the technical work of students, and demonstrates the potential of their by UW students pitched their three- The judges panel consisted of of character, and showed if the ideas. The event acts as a platform minute speeches. These teams were Nabil Fahel, senior analyst at the teams really believed in their idea. for many start-ups to find greater chosen earlier from 12E’s Pitch Night Venture Service Group, David Doran, opportunities. Socials. The demo teams are Touch business development manager at — KIM HO, On Thursday, July 19 at the Davis Tech Inc., Hitchippo, Shoptimize, Fol- OCE, and Ian MacDonald, product VELOCITY MARKETING AND Centre, Velocity handed out $2,000 lowup, Peercollider, BRATS, Unlockly, marketing at Aeryon Labs. in awards to the two winning teams. Becco, Heapify, Invision Trading, and “ COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR “The teams all went through a Reliance Technologies Inc. See START-UP, page 17

Top: The start-up Followup, created by Yevgeny Right: Invision Trading CEO Eric Li demonstrates Chertov and Elizabeth Mok, was chosen to win his product which teaches customers market one of the $1,000 prizes handed out by the judges trading techniques and providing real-time panel. Followup keeps tracks of text messages analysis. They aim to provide long term support that you have not responded to. through online community in which customers can communicate with other traders. 16 [email protected] Science Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca Waterloo Engineering ranked top in Canada by Business Insider

Krystin Li and knowledge people acquired canvassing engineers, industry profes-

science editor from schools and the brand value sionals and entrepreneurs who work of the schools. at popular technology companies. recent survey conducted by “I’m delighted that we’ve been The respondents are asked to grade Waterloo has the largest Business Insider (BI), an recognized as the number one en- schools on a scale from one to five.

engineering school in Canada, American based business gineering school in Canada,” said The final score is the average score A Pearl Sullivan, dean of engineering of all respondents. website, shows that the engineer- and our students and faculty ing faculty of University Waterloo at Waterloo, in UW News Release. The top engineering school in ranked best in Canada and 29th “The ranking speaks volumes about the world came out to be California are among the best and most “ worldwide. the high quality of our students and Institute of Technology; the sec- innovative in the world. “Waterloo has the largest engi- alumni. Our exceptional faculty mem- ond was Massachusetts Institute of neering school in Canada, and our bers continue to make a significant Technology, followed by Stanford students and faculty are among the global impact through education and University. It is an honour for us to be best and most innovative in the technological innovations in Canada Three Canadian schools entered considered the leader in world,” said Feridun Hamdullahpur and around the world.” the top 50 list. University Toronto “ in UW New Release, president of 66.6 per cent of the respondents ranked at 35th place, and University Canada, and ranked highly University of Waterloo. “It is an studied and applied programming of Ottawa ranked 44th. honour for us to be considered the languages C, C++, or C#, and 40 per BI is a New York based website among the world’s best leader in Canada, and ranked highly cent of the respondents applied Java. releasing news in business and enter- engineering schools. among the world’s best engineering 10.8 per cent of the respondents were tainment. It remains unclear whether schools.” research sciencetists. 13.3 per cent the respondents were mainly chosen — FERIDUN HAMDULLAHPUR, Out of 723 respondents to the of the respondents were mechanical from U.S., which significantly influ- survey, 91 per cent of them had a engineers, while 8.9 per cent were ence the ranking outcome. PRESIDENT OF UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO degree in computer science, engi- mobile developers. neering, or equivalent. The ranking According to BI, they first came — With files fromBusiness Insider, was based primarily on the skills up with an initial list compiled by and UW Campus Bulletin Volunteer fall term

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LEFT: The five members of Unlockly team, Aren Shiraz Patel, Mark- Andrew Mattan, Tolga Tezel, Matthew Marek Niewczas, and Alexei Schiopu, presented their start-up on Velocity Demo Day. Unlockly is a start-up that helps you use your phone to unlock your door in case when you are locked out.

Continued from page 15 in their mind through Twitter, and enter their chance for winning “The number of positive reviews headphones. we have received has been the main All year along, Velocity hosts source of encouragement,” said different events promoting and Yevgeny Chertov, one of the four encouraging start-ups in University members on team Followup. “The of Waterloo. Apart from event like big prize for us would be to get the this, they also have Velocity Garage, Venture Fund in October.” Velocity Residence, and I2E which The second $1,000 award was cho- providing free office space and sen by the public through voting on residence for students working on Twitter and at the event. This award start-ups. was called the People’s Choice, and The program was created to was awarded to a team called Unlockly. supplement classes and books with Unlockly is start-up that allows you successful entrepreneurship experi- to unlock your front door if you have ence, forming a more collaborative misplaced or forgotten your keys. community of student innovators, The presentation attracts numer- leaders and entrepreneurs. For years, ous students from all faculties and it has supported numerous promising faculty members. They come to see students and alumni start-ups. the presentation, chat with the en- “The event happens every semes- trepreneurs, and get a more in-depth ter, which showcase technical work look at what they are creating. of students and what they have been “The event is a win-win for the doing. In the past, it showcases a lot students and media,” says Ho. “The of potentials of ideas,” said Ho. students have broad audiences. The The next Velocity Demo Day is likelihood of their ideas spreading set for October, when more new is great.” ventures will present their start- Guests are also encouraged to ups and compete for even greater Tweet and vote for the best team cash prizes. WAYNE HSU

Ivan Lui Having launched on July 20, the exposure cycle for four weeks, half senior reporter habitat are be within the Japanese the animals had normal light cycles, Experiment Module, or JEM, which while others had dim light throughout is also known as Kibo, or “hope” in their night cycles. Fish in Space Japanese. Animals that had this chronic Scientists are now exploring the The habitats built take into con- exposure to dim lights at night had idea of how different gravity con- sideration the lesson learned during an increasing preference to sugary ditions will affect marine life. The three shuttle missions. In total, there drinks. Researchers believe that this is Aquatic Habitat (AQH), will be trying will be two chambers for the fish, due to a decline in happiness. Along to bring fish aboard the International holding 700 cc of water with a 15 by with this, hamsters were then placed Space Station (ISS). With help from 7 by 7 cm sized space. An LED light in pools of water which they had to the Japanese Space Agency, they (simulating day and night) as well as escape. Those exposed to night light will create a closed-water circulatory video cameras will help scientists often just stayed within the water, system, which will help researchers monitor the fish. ignoring the chance to exit. aboard the ISS study fresh water fish “In order to keep water quality The scientists examined the brain while in earth’s orbit. Specifically, the in good condition for the health of structure, noticing that the hippocam- Medaka (Oryzias latipes) fish has been the fish, we had to do many tests on pus of the hamsters within the night chosen for this study. the filtration system, especially the light group had less nerve-cell protru- In addition to testing gravity bacteria filter,” said Fujimoto. “The sions known as dendritic spines. These conditions and the effects on fish, im- special bacteria filter purifies waste spines reductions “are consistent with pacts of radiation, bone degradation, materials, such as ammonia, so that what we see in humans with major muscle atrophy, and developmental we can keep fish for up to 90 days. depression,” Bedrosian says. biology will also be looked upon. This capability will make it possible for Returning the animals to a normal With 90 days of research planned, egg-to-egg breeding aboard station, light cycle, however, saw recovery researchers hope that it will lead to which means up to three generations beginning as fast as within two weeks. further understanding about the may be born in orbit. This would be If there could be further research conditions that the human body a first for fish in space.” done on human beings, scientists thinks that biological clock affected goes through. Mood swings at night “We think studies on bone deg- by light at night can be “an extremely potent force in regulating biology and radation mechanisms and muscle Animals who are exposed to light WIKIMEDIA COMMONS atrophy mechanisms are applicable at night suffer moods that are found behaviour.” in sufferers of depression. For those Antarctica is Earth’s southest continent. Scientific studies show a to human health problems, especially Antarctic ice melts increasing for the aging society,” said Nobuyoshi who are undergoing therapy to treat net loss of around 50 gigatonnes of ice per year from 1992 to 2006. Fujimoto, associate senior engineer at depression, getting sunlight will help The Ferrigno ice rift had begun Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency them. melting away. Using radar systems, the The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) ocean. With a change in the climate, (JAXA)’s Space Environment Unitiza- Researchers believes that individu- team shows that the rift is about 1.5km project revisited the area two years the role has been reversed with sea tion Center. als undergoing such treatment with (1 mile) deep. With new clusters and ago in the presence of Aberdeen water being channeled into the areas The choice of Medaka fishes was chronic exposure to night light will formations appearing, it shows that University glaciologist Robert Bing- covered in ice. very specific as well. Transparent, easy also suffer. the eastern and western sides of the ham. Researchers had hoped that Continual ice melt will contribute to breed, and a fully identified genome, Studies of individuals who work continent are slowly drifting apart. they could use satellite technology towards rising sea levels, with 10 per scientists will be able to have a very night shifts confirms the observations Not only does the new rift show to help pinpoint ice loss. cent each year. A total melt of either in-depth study without having to do made. Richard Stevens of the Univer- an increasing separation on the conti- “What we found is that lying sheet would raise sea levels globally additional work. sity of Connecticut Health Center in nent, but it also has allowed for more beneath the ice there is a large valley, by several metres. Multi-generational studies will Farmington has been involved with warm sea water to slowly erode away parts of which are approximately a “There are changes in precipitation also hopefully be involved with this this study. Cancer, obesity, and dia- the ice sheet, causing the melting to mile deeper than the surrounding now and in future; but the really big, study as the fish will be able to eas- betes are common ailments now in continue even faster. landscape,” said Dr. Bingham. “If potentially fast, changes are connected ily reproduce despite the change in our daily lives, but apparently mood Last year, NASA scientists have you stripped away all of the ice here to the oceans, and the goal for us is conditions. Any alterations, if any disorders are also joining this list. found a giant crack close to the same today, you’d see a feature every bit as to model that system,” said David were to exist in their new condition, In the new Molecular Psychiatry, three area. The last giant crack was known dramatic as the huge rift valleys you Vaughan of BAS. would be easy to track. Scientists researchers, Tracy Bedrosian, Zach- as the “Pig,” although the new rift see in Africa and in size as significant have taken space radiation as one ary Weil and Randy Nelson of Ohio does not affect this. as the Grand Canyon.” of the factors that would most likely State, worked with hamsters to further This rift is so remote, that in- Originally, the rift back in the Ice — With files from BBC, Science- affect the fish. study the issue. Using a light and dark dividuals have only visited it once. Age channeled ice water into the News and Science Daily Veekshita Chaluvan Sports editor

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Veekshita Chaluvan sports editor Heat causes many Intramural cancellations this term he warm sunny days have been welcomed and European handball were affected, but to Tby all, but the summer heat definitely has a lesser extent. This was simply due to the fact its negatives. Throughout the semester, the that temperatures are much easier to control University of Waterloo intramural teams have in indoor gyms, like the Physical Activities had to deal with cancellations, rescheduling Complex or the Columbia Ice Field. and relocations. Of the 12 intramural sports If games were cancelled, conveners and offered each spring term, every sport at one referee-in-chiefs were responsible for re- point or another during the term, has been scheduling matches by coordinating with cap- affected by the heat. tains to find alternate game dates. Conveners The university policy has set rules based attempted to re-schedule matches as soon as on Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) possible. “These heat cancellations are beyond measures. WBGT is a composite temperature our control and the intramural staff has worked scale that combines the estimated effects of tirelessly to ensure that participants are still temperature, humidity and wind speed. Thus, given full value for registering in our program intramurals were cancelled when gyms exceeded - whether that be through re-scheduling games 32.1 degrees Celsius WGBT or fields exceeded or the potential of refunds,” said intramurals 36 degrees Celsius WGBT. The cancellations manager, Chad Van Dyk. were not subjective to faculty managers’ deci- Although this has been a frustrating pro- sions, and were mandated by university policy cess for students and management alike, the and procedures. It was largely a risk manage- intramural staff hope to be able to continue ment procedure put in place because students’ to offer a variety of sports for the students health is a priority. at the University of Waterloo. “Our ultimate As a result of cancellations, outdoor sports, goal and philosophy within campus recreation including ultimate frisbee, soccer and slo-pitch at the University of Waterloo is giving every were affected most as a result of the heat while student the opportunity to participate in our indoor sports such as volleyball, basketball programs,” said Dyk. Former Warrior represents Canada at FISU in Brazil ormer Warrior, Kayla Ng, will be represent- of the University of Toronto’s Varsity Blues, Fing Canada at the World University Games and has been playing for three years. Hudson COURTESY SURINDER BUDWAL run by the International University Sports and Ng, are among 4 other pairs selected to Budwal has had a long and successful history on the international sports field, includ- Federation (FISU) in Brazil from September represent Canada for this event. Julia Hamer ing his work at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. 12th to 16th. Having played several great games of the University of Toronto and Caleigh for Waterloo’s women’s volleyball team, Ng is Whitaker of York form the other women’s taking the next step in her athletic career, with pair. For Ng, this is the first time she will be Former Warrior, Surinder Budwal, will be working with international beach volleyball. representing Canada, and is thrilled to have At the Volleyball Canada selection tourna- this opportunity. the Olympic wrestling team as an athletic therapist ment, Ng and her partner Alexandra Hudson “There are only two of us out there so you’re Erwin Melocoton McFarlane, Canada’s national coach for the finished at the top of their age group and were forced to do everything from passing, to setting, senior reporter 2000 Sydney Olympics, and Terry Goodenough. selected for Team Canada. Hudson is a member to attacking and I relish that challenge,” said Ng. “Those guys actually motivated me to move e’s helped Canada win a couple dozen forward in becoming an athletic therapist,” of international medals in Olympic Budwal said. “Had it not been for their guid- First-year golfer Sivabalasingham on summer run style wrestling. From the World Cham- ance, their trust in me, and making me feel a H part of an amazing team I most likely would’ve pionships, the Commonwealth Games, the Pan Am Games and the Beijing Olympics, he’s been been turned off from this field.” to them all. Heading into the London Games, Apart from being the head athletic therapist, it seems likely that a couple more medals will Budwal also owns and operates Wishbone be added to the growing collection he’s helped Athletics in Hamilton. This is while carrying Canada attain. And he’s a Waterloo alum. out duties in his capacity for Canada. Besides No he’s not a wrestler. Surinder Budwal, who the at-event responsibilities of recovery, therapy is originally from Cambridge and graduated and injury management, Budwal also deals with from the kinesiology program in 2000, is the administrative duties such as therapist assign- head athletic therapist for the Canadian national ment and medical conference calls. It’s a lot of wrestling team. He’s been part of the medical stress. Regardless, Budwal seems to understand staff since 2004 with his first assignment being how to deal with it and the rewards that follow. the senior World Championships and will be “Of course there is the pressure should heading to his second Olympics. something happen to our athletes, but we are After working the Canada Cup in Guelph comfortable at this level to make pressure deci- in 2004 running the medical staff, Budwal was sions,” Budwal said. contacted by Canadian women’s head coach “I truly enjoy what I do and enjoy working Leigh Vierling to accompany the Canadian side with such high calibre athletes who give 110 in international competitions. per cent everyday on the mat, while still holding “He had indicated that a therapist had to jobs and family commitments.” back out from a tournament,” Budwal said The Canadian wrestling team has high hopes regarding his start with the national team. “I once again to earn a few medals. Canada will hit immediately said yes to the trip and then later the mat with some of the most highly decorated found out that my first international trip would wrestlers in the world from a former NCAA COURTESY UW ATHLETICS be the Senior World Championships.” champion to defending Olympic and World Sivabalasingham posing with his trophy for the Junior Boys’ Championship title. Budwal found that he worked well with the Championship medalists. athletes and staff, providing the necessary as- Helping these athletes represent Canada on ajan Sivabalasingham, a Waterloo men’s won the 2012 title with two-under-par. Earlier sistance. From there he went on to help Canada the mat and representing Canada in the trainer’s Ggolf team member, has gained numerous this season he won the Junior Boys Division at at the Pan Am Games in Rio and has continued room is Buwal. titles this season. This past Friday, July 20th, he the CN Future Links Prairie Championship at to travel with Canada since. “Like everyone who goes there, the feeling of won the Investors Group Ontario Junior Boys’ Minnewasta Golf & Country Club in Morden, Budwal’s experiences while at Waterloo are representing your country cannot be understood Championship at his home club the Mandarin Man. He won the tournament by a single-shot, part of the reason why he has chosen to follow until you actually do it,” Budwal explained on Golf and Country Club. finishing his final round with 3-over par 75 and this career path. He did two years in Waterloo’s what it means to be at the Olympics. “It is truly With the championship lasting a week, he a tournament total of even par 216. student trainers program for the cross coun- an amazing feeling to feel so united as a country paced himself and saved his best for the end, The promising first–year math student credits try program and the track and field program to have one common goal in mind, have our while playing consistently well throughout. his success to the support he has received from working with esteemed former coaches Brent athletes succeed in their goals.” With a 72 hole total of 282, Sivabalasingham his family and friends throughout his golf career. Ezra Wasser Cover editor

[email protected] Distractions Imprint, Friday, July 27, 2012 CROSSWORD London Calling By Ezra Wasser

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15. H20 stalactite 12. New Hampshire and solid 16. Kodak printer line 18. Puzzles 17. Kenyan tribe 21. Eisenhower nickname 18. Famed Talking Heads producer 22. Neither 19. Butterfly catching device 25. Sales people 20. Moving one foot 26. Place of employment in The 22. Wine bouquet Mighty Boosh 23. Affirmative 27. Wi-fi zone 24. May be done on a mountain or 28. Risqué poolwear behind a boat 29. Thomas Jefferson’s cloth 25. Picket fence components 30. Calcify into bone 26. ______-Natta process 32. Trophy place 28. Coax away a fly 33. Most aged 31. Alfred E. Newman magazine 34. Leers 32. Peter Griffin’s daughter 36. Steers a ship 35. Mexican currency 37. Mosquito marks 36. “European” net game 39. Uncommon 38. Police, fire, paramedics 42. Turk and JD’s boss 39. MKV or V1 43. Constricting snake 40. Former Mrs. McCartney 41. Pertaining to a heroic text 43. More good Last issue’s answers 44. Warp 45. Non-specific threat (2 words) 46. Black minerals 47. Economic resources Down 1. Easily breakable 2. Pinpoint 3. Ouzo and arak ingredients 4. Summarize 5. ... 6. Recolor cloth 7. What Ali did, like a bee

Smooth (petty) criminal [email protected] Jess writes: the Michael Jackson reference in this ingenuity and thinking to make your On the other hand, you are just at The choice is up to you as to who week’s title, or even occurrences that escape! Sure, a parking lot isn’t quite the beginning of your criminal career. you want to be. Will you continue “My friend Dani and I are rebels are simply pure happenstance! Alcatraz, but you exercised a distinct It’d be a bit unfair to expect you to down this path, undeterred by the now! We broke out of a parking Then…then there’s you, Jess. amount of self-control in opting be able to commit crimes that could efforts of the justice system and lot by holding the plastic park- Congratulations, Jess! You and not to simply crash right through stump the best detectives this early on. threats of Batman? Or will you ing barrier bar high enough to your friend Dani are probably felons! the parking barrier, a la Batman’s I must warn you, however, that turn your life around, becoming a sneak a car through! ” To each his own, and while you two Tumbler. this is a slippery slope. Once you get beloved philanthropist and helping might not be dudes, the point still Like a good criminal, you took the in, it’s hard to get out. others with your mastery of the stands – you broke out of a parking sneaky route. You carefully lifted up Sure, you might just be breaking parking lot? lot, and goshdarnit, you’re proud the barrier, just enough so that you out of a parking lot now. You can Congratulations, Jess. May the of that. could get the car through. No obvious justify it however you want – “Oh, I world cower in sheer awe of you It’s not like there isn’t anything to traces left behind – just one less car just needed to get out and the park- and Dani’s incredible escape from a be proud of anyway! Potential felony in the lot, and one less Jess. ing was free anyway.” You say that parking lot. aside, there is much to be lauded about However, an excellent criminal now, but soon, you’ll be moving up your efforts! For starters, you had to would have gone above and beyond! In and onward. Today, a daring parking You Are Superfantastic! is a column get the car inside of the parking lot lifting the bar, you may have left finger- lot escape; tomorrow, a thousand about you! Specifically, it’s about congratulat- first to break out! Perhaps you are prints and other subtle indicators of your Muggles, dead by your wand. ing you! If you’ve done anything you think AMREW BADR double the felon and broke into the presence! You should have worn gloves Even though you may be proud of is worth getting congratulated for – acing o each his own. parking lot! Perhaps you and Dani to mitigate fingerprints, and doing this at your skills and achievements, you may a test, making friends, not being dead, so Some enjoy being con- are skilled bodybuilders, having lifted an obscene hour of the night would help soon find yourself exploiting those on and so forth – send it over to rchui@ gratulated for physical prow- up your car by your own hands and avoid witnesses. You probably could’ve skills for achievements of a dubious imprint.uwaterloo.ca, follow @YRSPRF- T walked right into the parking lot! even just lifted the car up again and just nature. Would Michael Phelps be as NTSTC on Twitter, or hit up http://www. ess and achievement. Others prefer to be acknowledged for overcoming Perhaps WingardiumLeviosa! walked out again; an excellent criminal famous if he used his talent to rob a youaresuperfantastic.com and you just might adversity, stark realizations of an But once you two were inside the would’ve known to play to his or her shark? Would Usain Bolt be as ubiqui- get congratulated! underwhelming nature, catching onto parking lot, it takes a certain level of strengths, no pun intended. tous if he was used as a getaway vehicle?

CRYSTAL CLEARING The clearing MEDDY MAHMOUDI [email protected] s the spring term comes to many spirits lifted, the question has northwest, a brief partway barely vis- this because I have witnessed geese here would be the place to strive a close, so ends the column oft been raised, only to be silenced: ible could be found, granting passage give birth here, and nurture their for it, for it is a place not born of A“Crystal Clearing”, never to where is the actual crystal clearing, into the space beyond. children; it is the only place they feel hands, but of the very lifeblood of appear again, to exist only in fleeting that mythical place embodying all The clearing is encapsulated on safe from prying eyes and meddle- our planet. memory, whispered amongst students the characteristics that have been but all sides by trees blocking the rays some humans. The grass itself is but The secret has been revealed, but as a fable of semesters past. touched upon in the places we have of the very sun. I do not exagger- untouched, somehow greener than heed my warning: do not venture into Together, we have explored many discovered in our travels? I will now ate when I say that sound itself is in other patches. This is a clearing this path if you seek to destroy it, or sacred and beautiful places around reveal the answer. silenced in this clearing. For only scarcely travelled, if at all. corrupt it with unsavory intentions. our campus, and uncovered many Upon taking the usual path to St. the gentle rustling of trees in the Something as humble as a hu- Do nothing, but bask in it, and as a forgotten secret lying dormant, Jerome’s university, if one were to summer breeze can be heard. It is man’s spirit that may yet lift into the briefly as possible. This, my friends, yearning to be discovered. Although stray from the usual route and ven- likely that this space has remained clouds above. If there is such a thing is “Crystal Clearing.” It has been many minds have been opened and ture towards a grassy thicket of trees untouched for centuries past. I assert as absolute peace or utmost calm, something of a dream. 20 [email protected] Distractions Friday, July 27, 2012 theImprint.ca Allison Sawyer and Annie Bell

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Irresponsibly Optimistic Michael To CAMPUS QUESTION If the University of Waterloo introduced a new official Olympic sport, what would it be? By Ezra Wasser

Michael Shao Matt Botelho 3B Computer Science 2B Science & Business “Speed Solving Rubik’s Cubes” “Goose Shit Hurdles”

CAMPUS QUIZ Answer to [email protected] First set of correct answers wins a wonderful prize!!! By Ezra Wasser

Hassan Siddiqui Wincy An What formerly Feds-associated social group do Graduate Honours Science 3B Accounting & Financial Management Waterloo co-op students join when on work term? “Laser Tag” “Goose Chase”

What event in Kitchener-Waterloo is the second-largest of its kind in the world?

What was the original name of Ron Eydt Village?

1. E1, named DWE in 1998, was the first structure on campus. 2. A crossword answer in Imprint called the “laser logo” “godawful”. 3. An Engineering award was named for former student Josh Cameron Jordi Manchon Paul Harlick, who died while attempting a prank. 2B Joint Honours Science & Psychology 2A Mathematics WEEK LAST “Starcraft” “STAT 230” No correct answers were received, so no prize is awarded this week.