8 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

PLAY ENTERED TO ALONG TOBE WIN A$250 CANADAAIR TRAVELSPSA! VOUCHERFROM THE Student Newspaper of Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon and PrinecPrince Albert Campuses I SPY TO FLY! SPSA Launches I Spy To Fly Campaign See back cover to learn how you could win a $250 Air voucher! Name:______Phone Number:______Program:______from each campus at the end of school year. Sask Polytech Students only. to win. Watch for next month’s edition of the Scanner for another chance to play! We will draw a winner (left) in the photo above. Circle them, and return your entry to SA Find Saskatchewan Polytechnic President, Dr. Larry Rosia (far left) and SPSA President, Stacia Selinger I SPY TO FLY!

STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL Office on your campus to be entered UPDATE Pg 2

WHY THE WORLD CUP WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN Pg 4-5

WILD AND AMARUKS BEGIN VOLLEYBALL SEASON Pg 5 & 6 2 7 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

SPSA AND ADMINISTRATION WORK TOWARDS STUDENT TRADITIONAL VS. ONLINE CLASSES LEADERSHIP ADVISORY COUNCIL Natasha Roenspies Campus Council Director - Prince Albert While discussing the difference between You don’t have to choose only one way to Stacia Selinger dents on institutional, divisional, academic and provide feedback on new initiatives, projects traditional and online classes with a student, it learn. It is possible to do a mixture of online SPSA President other initiatives and issues, as well as policies and activities undertaken by Saskatchewan Traditionally, school has been sitting in a metal was mentioned many times that both methods and traditional classes. The idea of this may and procedures that impact students. Secondly, Polytechnic; report back to Saskatchewan desk, working away around many other stu- are excellent sources of learning. In order to seem overwhelming, but after talking to some- Throughout August and September, the Ex- discuss issues of concern to members. Thirdly, Polytechnic Students’ Association (SPSA) and dents. This method offers comfort in familiar- be effi cient in online classes, it was said: “it one who is in the midst of doing just that, they ecutive Council have been working together share best practices and education regarding respective student groups as applicable, and ity and fosters better face-to-face interaction. takes discipline and you can’t procrastinate.” said it was both nice to learn in a group setting with the Associate Vice President (AVP), Tobi student engagement, supports or other topics offer ideas on planning and initiatives. Access to campus activities and direct contact From my own experience, I fi nd it easier to and to have online classes for one-on-one time. Strohan, to form a new council. The new coun- of mutual interest. Lastly, engage in planning with teachers, students and advisors are easier ask a question in traditional classes, however cil is a Student Leadership Advisory Council discussions on joint initiatives. As President of the SPSA, I am happy to help because they are right in front of you. How- sometimes a large group of people can be very Taking into account that you have a choice to (SLAC). take the next step in having the student voice ever, online classes tend to be more fl exible distracting. Online classes are a great option if learn either online or traditionally, the decision The responsibilities of the SLAC members will heard where it will make an impact and excited for students who run a busy schedule, and are you learn better through the use of electronics is yours. At the end of the day, it’s your deci- The purpose of the council is to fi rst provide a be to: act as a represented voice for Saskatch- to work on new initiatives with Saskatchewan generally more cost effi cient. and would rather learn independently. sion on how to achieve your education. vehicle for the AVP, Student Services, and Sas- ewan Polytechnic students by raising issues of Polytechnic. katchewan Polytechnic leaders to consult stu- importance or concern to students, review and SPSA SERVICES FOR MEMBERS Vann Cortez the SPSA Support Centre in Room 116 on the needs to present their current Student ID Card VP Finance and Internal Operations Saskatoon Campus, or call 1.888.933.0058 for and their Saskatchewan Health Card. This the Prince Albert Campus to schedule an ap- service can be extended to the students’ family. As promised in the last issue of Scanner, here pointment with the lawyer. Students only need to provide the Saskatch- are the more detailed, but brief, explanation ewan Health Card of their family members. of services accessible to student members SAvivor LUXURY enrolled on the SPSA Member Campuses – Funds are low? Do you need a meal while Student Advocate Prince Albert and Saskatoon: waiting for alternative arrangements? Forgot Members have access to a Student Advocate your wallet, but need to eat lunch? Students for guidance, support and direction. This is for Short-Term Loan Programs can access the SAvivor Program where you can students who are, or might be, dealing with CONDOS Members can avail the short-term loan pro- access a simple meal package once per month. issues that have a negative impact on their gram and be granted for reasons related to con- academic standing. The Student Advocate tinuing education such as: books and supplies, Good Food Box is a good resource for explanation regarding transportation, food, lodging, or medical pur- Eat healthy and break that Freshman 15. Stu- student rights, due process and polices about poses. The loan will not be charged of interest, dents can access affordable community based, academic and non-academic concerns. FOR as long as it is paid within the mutually agreed quality fresh fruits and vegetables at cost. upon repayment date. If members have questions regarding the Food Bank qualifi cations and parameters on accessing the Legal Services Your SPSA, in conjunction with the Saskatoon services discussed, feel free to have a con- RENT Students are entitled to a free, 30 minute, legal Food Bank, help provide food for students versation with the SPSA and Student Support consultation per academic year. You can go to and their families every two weeks. A student Centre staff on your respective campuses. RECEIVE OVER IRREGULARITY IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Godwin Ezizor and work out”. straightforward activities regularly will do a Campus Council Director - Saskatoon great deal more for your body than an uncon- $2,750 The reality is that there will never be time strained, once per month, exceptional work out It is not out of place to hear, or create, proposi- in your schedule unless you create it. For session. IN REBATES tional phrases in regards to physical exercise. example, you may miss two days of your exer- I have been guilty of this, and you presumably cise program and feel the need to start from the Consistency will likely build a long lasting have as well. beginning again. One month of procrastination propensity for practicing physical exercise could potentially prompt an entire year without and solid living rather than simply doing an You may hear others say, or even tell yourself: starting your program. arrangement of seat presses every other month. “I’ll begin my preparation program one month It’s less demanding to fabricate practicing en- from now”, or, “I’ve already missed Monday You can’t exercise half-heartedly once per ergy and stick to a plan than it is to start from and Tuesday; think I’ll simply overlook that week and expect to develop extraordinary the beginning once more. fact, and begin again one week from now”. muscles. That’s like saying you want to get paid salary once a year, but still want to get So don’t postpone until tomorrow what can Then there’s the worst of them all, which is: rich from your job. It’s practically impos- be done today. Simply keep at it, and you will elitesuite.ca “I truly don’t have room in my schedule to go sible. Using light weights and participating in start to see results! 6 3 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

AMARUKS PERFECT AFTER FIRST TOURNAMENT OF THE SEASON TIME MANAGEMENT AND EFFECTIVE PLANNING The Amaruk Men’s and Women’s Volleyball last year for the Sask Polytech Prince Albert season after going through the tryout process, Oluwafemi “Sam” Ojo ing the difference between failure and success. Teams kicked off their 2016 seasons this past WILD, whose passing was exceptional. We are as a coach you have a vague idea of the skill VP Prince Albert Here are seven keys to time management and • Stay organized: organization of the mind will weekend in Saskatoon and showed the other not as tall as last year, but have a lot of new set of the players chosen, but don’t get a true effective planning: lead to a successful organization of one’s life. twelve teams in the Prairie Athletic Conference girls with great potential.” picture of how they will work together on the “You are free to choose, but you are not free both teams were forces to be reckoned with. court until they are in actual league competi- from the consequences of your choice”, that is • Assuming responsibility: it’s important now • Eliminate the unimportant: identify anything The Amaruk men’s team also faced off against tion. I was not disappointed! the freedom paradox. Starting a post-secondary to realize that one is responsible for one’s self, that isn’t directly benefi cial to what you’re The women started off their season Friday the Sask Polytech Prince Albert WILD on degree comes with a lot of freedom, and that means doing everything with a purpose working towards and eliminate it before it night against the Sask Polytech Prince Albert Friday night. Dan Kennedy set the Although all players on the court contributed sometimes the new found freedom seems to and taking responsibility for every action, be it consumes more valuable time. WILD and managed to squeak out a three set tone for the game rattling off sixteen serves to the team performance, setter Chris Stimson overwhelm people to the point where they’re resulting in a fruitful outcome or not. victory. Saturday, the Amaruks found their in a row. The Amaruks went on the beat the displayed strong setting abilities this weekend, unable to cope with everything. It’s essential • Always review the day: through thorough re- groove and put together four straight wins WILD in straight sets. Saturday morning the and Dan Kennedy (left side) and Darcy Mc- to plan things out and manage time, especially • Seek guidance: it’s impossible to know all, view of the day you will you fi nd out about the against the Prairie Pilots, Briercrest JV, Millar Ruks were back on the court against the Prairie Dougall (right side/middle) were both notice- when one is venturing out into the world alone. asking for help is not a sign of weakness, things that were done, the things that weren’t, College Edge, and the Sask Poyltech Moose Pilots and though they started slow were able ably dominant performers. rather a sign of strength that you have identi- and the things yet to be done. Jaw Panthers to end the weekend at a perfect to pick up another win. The great play would Most are coming straight from high school, fi ed where you need help, and a sign of cour- 5-0. continue for the Amaruks as they would go Regardless of the match wins, we still found ar- leaving the comfort of home and taking on a age that you are willing to ask for said help. • Take time to yourself: it’s important to take on the beat Briercrest JV and the Millar Edge eas in our play that need improvement in order whole new adventure of their own. With no a breather and just be with yourself. It allows Coach Chris Doepker said, “Jaylene Koski (left before narrowly defeating the Sask Polytech to put forth a more solid and smoother perfor- one to pester you about certain things, it be- • Plan your schedules: ensure that you plan you to clear your head and combat stress. side) had an outstanding weekend leading our Moose Jaw Panthers in a thrilling three set mance. These are things that we will be able comes very easy to forget to do things. Timing your life, day to day. Falling behind on some- team in kills every match. Her success was match. to work on in practices as we get ready for our is important in every aspect of life; determin- thing will end up costing you in the future. aided by our returning setter Amanda Fahlman second tournament at the end of October.” who showed her experience managing an of- When asked about the weekend, Coach Tim THE BENEFITS OF A BUDGET fense that contained four new starters. An- Hazen said, “I’m pleased with the overall The Amaruks return to the court October 28 & Emilio Conde that I failed was because I did not follow it and students who have obtained a credit card. Even other standout was Kalyn Boutin who played performance of the squad this weekend. Each 29 in Prince Albert. VP Saskatoon did not prioritize my monthly expenses. None- though it requires time and management to theless, after I did my third budget, I found create an excellent budget, the advantages of STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATE College is a great experience, but it also that a budget is essential for me. I believe that a budget are incredible. For example, you can The fi rst Student Advisory Council meetings • Requests for water bottle refi lling stations aware of upcoming events and happenings requires a lot of money. I have enjoyed my col- students, who have a credit card, should have a determine what you are able to spend, what of the year took place on September 21st in • Noted IT issues including WiFi access on campus. The next meeting is Wednesday, lege experience so far, but I have also invested budget for every month in order to avoid credit you should cut from your expenses, how you Prince Albert and Saskatoon. The discussions • Requests for volunteers for the Student Ap- October 26th at 12 p.m. in Prince Albert (room a lot of money in tuition fees and textbooks. In card debt. Here are a few ideas that I can give should prioritize your expenses, the amount of at both campuses were spirited and provided peal Committee 236 in the Academic Centre) and at 4 p.m. in addition to tuition fees and textbooks, there are you on creating a budget: money you can save within a year, and other your Students’ Association with valuable feed- • Concerns about inclusiveness from students Saskatoon (room 128). If you’re interested monthly expenses such as rent, bills, groceries, great advantages. I understand that a credit back and information. at satellite campuses in joining the Student Advisory Council to dining out, health care, clothing, recreation, 1. Track all sources of monthly income such as card is great when you need to borrow money, represent your classmates and have your voice travel and so on. To cover all these expenses, sponsors, loans, and work. but it is a big boy responsibility. I have avoided A few of the topics of discussion included: The Student Advisory Council meets once a heard, please contact Vanessa Hildebrand at I have had to obtain sponsorship from family, getting into huge credit card debt by sticking to apply for bank loans, work a part-time job, and 2. Prioritize the expenses. For example, rent, my budget and I hope this helps you as well. • The upcoming Students’ Association By- month to discuss and fi nd solutions for issues [email protected]. Elections students are facing as well as to make students acquire credit cards. All of these have helped bills, and credit card payments may be of a me “survive” my way through college; espe- higher priority than other expenses such as cially having credit cards when my sponsors or recreation or clothing, so they should be incor- ASK Poly FLU SEASON - HOW TO BE PREPARED loans were delayed. For example, I have used porated into your budget fi rst. Danica Moore my credit cards to pay bills, tuition, buy gro- Get Our Campus Council Director - Prince Albert 1. A clean home means a healthy you. You 3. Get vaccinated. Maybe it is an obvious ceries, dine out, and pay for sports and trips. 3. Set a monthly saving goal. It can be as little Mobile App! will need to step up your cleaning & stock up referral, but according to WebMD it’s one of However, if I had not prioritized and planned as $50 a month. Fall is an amazing time of the year! Falling game; tissues, hand sanitizers, & disinfectant the best ways to keep the fl u away. Even when my expenses with my credit cards, they would SPSA INFO AND NEWS have become another debt to pay after gradu- 4. Create an Excel template for your budget so leaves, hoodies & crisp air. It’s not as hot as wipes (because infl uenza can survive on com- it does hit your household, you’re not the one EVENT SCHEDULES ation. you can use it every month. In fact, there are summer, or as cold as winter. Everyone’s back monly used surfaces for 8 hours). Make sure getting sick. Check your local fl u clinics. SURVEYS AND PRIZE in school, and Halloween is just around the all of your soap dispensers are full. Change Being healthy means you are able to take on many Excel budget templates available online. GIVEAWAYS Since I wanted to avoid credit card debt and its It would be easy to track everything on them, STAY IN THE KNOW corner. The joys until the common cold will all bedding, weekly. Most importantly of all, whatever workload you are taking on. ABOUT EVERYTHING THE SPSA OFFERS make its way around. Yes, it’s the horrible change the air fi lter (for a cleaner air environ- high interest, I have found that there are ways plus you can make graphs and charts to better reality of having to be Gotham City’s very own ment). Your health matters not only to yourself, but to to manage and control my credit card usage. understand your budget. Batman in school. At this point, you may or everyone else. Although it might not be rocket An easy way is to create a budget and priori- tize monthly expenses ahead of each month. 5. Try to stick to your budget. It may be hard may not be questioning yourself… Did I stock 2. Cupboards and the refrigerator need love science to be prepared, it is a very smart thing OUR FREE APP IS AVAILABLE ON: up on enough comfy socks and cough syrup? too. You need all the vitamins in order to re- to do. Stay healthy. It may sound tedious to plan a budget, and it the fi rst two months, but if you commit to it, But overall, am I even prepared? Well not to cuperate, so make sure you have enough soup, takes work to plan one, but it is indeed a great you will fi nd a way to stick with it. worry, because here are three helpful tips you tea, honey, fruits and vegetables (refer to a management skill. When I fi rst created my can add to your arsenal or natural remedies. Good Box at your local SPSA Support Center). budget, I failed to stick to it. The main reason A budget is a great fi nancial tool for college FOLLOW ALONG WITH US 4 5 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

WHY THE WORLD CUP WILL NEVER LOOK LIKE THIS AGAIN WORLD CUP - CONTINUED http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/world-cup-of- Depending on who you ask, those steps were “Even though I’m the only Austrian, the hockey will be better in those eight countries.” with what happens next time around, but I’m hockey/world-cup-will-never-look-like/ either made in the right direction or the wrong “It’s a celebration of hockey, and we’ve pos- following [back home] is much better than I not sure which way it will infl uence,” he says. one. sibly put the party on its head a bit.” thought heading into this tournament,” says Ironically, Europe and North America—rare “It worked for us. Maybe not for some other Luke Fox . “If you want eight really good eurekas sprung from a conservative league— countries. I’m happy how they did it. For the Team Canada coach Mike Babcock has strong The NHL and NHLPA must decide what kind teams, then I believe you have to keep Team were too good for their own good. future, I don’t know.” TORONTO – It won’t always be like this. feelings on the format. He hears just one lonely of party they want to throw. Europe and North America. No disrespect to anthem played before an international fi nal and 7 and 8, Slovakia and Switzerland, but would “This Young Guns team was spectacular. Next Satan outlines the case for bringing back Team After a dozen autumns of hibernation, the notices something’s off. What is the true purpose of the World Cup? To they have the success that this team is having?” time, is there going to be a McDavid and a Europe. reborn arose bold and grow the game? To include the most NHLers Matthews?” Babcock warns. “So you better be weird and, at the best of times, beautiful. “I like country on country. I like the opportu- possible? To showcase young talent that would Pierre-Édouard Bellemare, who scored more careful what you do with that. Team Europe “The single reason for keeping it is making nity to represent your country where the heat’s be in tough to make their national squads? To goals than Patrick Kane here, has stirred a has done a great job. They’re right here in the hockey popular in these small countries where Fair and lopsided, clunky and fresh, the best- on you and you gotta deliver. That’s a huge make as much hockey-related revenue as pos- hockey buzz in France because of Europe’s fi nal. It’s pretty hard to knock it.” there is not as much attention as there is in on-best tournament has battled through criti- part of the Olympic Games,” Babcock days. sible? To replace the Olympics as the interna- success. (Good timing — Paris will co-host the Canada or the U.S.,” Satan says. “You’re giv- cism, multiple national-program-questioning “The World Cup is great. It’s not the Olympics. tional best-on-best? 2017 IIHF World Championship.) Europe GM Miroslav Satan laughs when we ing a chance to guys from the small countries upsets, clumps of vacant Air Canada Centre Let’s not get confused.” ask him if his group’s excellence will ultimate- to be in the World Cup. Look at Anze Kopitar. seats, soft U.S. TV scores, and an American If it’s to gather the greatest concentration of “Think about that,” Krueger says. “You don’t ly lead to its death. Look at Vanek, Zuccarello from Norway, Bel- League wild-card race just three Bautista-long- Babcock would like pool groups dictated by in- elite talent in one place, North America and get immediate results in new markets—that lemare from France. A single guy representing tosses west. ternational ranking, like the Olympics or World Europe stay. If it’s to slow-grow the game in as will show up over time. Drip, drip, drip— “Maybe our success will have something to do a whole country at the World Cup.” Championship. He goes so far as to say the top many countries as possible, again, this was a “There’s not a lot of Torontos,” says NHL seed should get fi rst dibs on dressing rooms, smart move. Soon, the decision-makers must determine if deputy commissioner Bill Daly. “Even for this just as the fastest swimmer draws the best they want to push forward with doing things market and its hockey passion, it was at times lane. (An easier stance to take when you’re the “Part of the competitiveness,” Bettman says, a little fresh and different, or if they wish to challenging.” Michael Phelps of hockey coaches.) “was a function of the fact that Team Europe circle back to a safer script. and Team North America were certainly more So when the World Cup resurfaces next—be it “Two cities. Only night games. Bring the pools competitive than the seventh and eighth coun- “This is something new for me,” Getzlaf says. in three, four or fi ve years, according to NHL together. Close, close together, so you have tries would’ve been.” “I don’t have a lot of new at this point in my commissioner Gary Bettman—you can bank crowds every night, so you’re not moving career, so it’s been great.” on only one thing: change. people around,” Babcock suggests. Ryan O’Reilly says this is the fastest hockey he’s seen. calls this “the best PA WILD VOLLEY- “I’m sure there’ll be changes,” says Ryan tournament that’s ever been.” Brent Burns, Getzlaf, one of Team Canada’s 12 fi rst-line Hesitant to voice his opinion until surveyed by who believes the World Championship is too BALL SEASON forwards. “When you’re talking about put- the Players’ Association, Canada’s Matt Duch- drawn out, not only raves about this Cup’s ting together an event in a year and a half, you ene agrees with his coach. intensity, he sees Anze Kopitar on TV skating BEGINS defi nitely have to look at it and fi gure out what with Slovenian children and understands Team you’re going to do next.” “I’m a traditionalist,” Duchene says. “That’s Europe’s endgame. Nancy Wagar not to slight the North Americans or this Team Men’s and Women’s Head Coach Everything will be evaluated and reevaluated Europe—they’ve deserved everything they’ve “In 15 years, those kids will be playing here, after the Toronto experiment. The year the next gotten. They’re a great group. I’ve seen their and who knows if they would’ve got that The Prince Albert WILD women’s team got one is played, the time of season it takes place, quotes. Even them, it means more to play for chance? That’s what hockey’s about. As much off to a great start to the season with 2 wins the number and makeup of teams involved, a country than an all-star team. I like the tradi- as it’s about scores, at the end of the day it’s and 3 losses with all three of their losses going the number and location of the host cities, the tional side of it, absolutely.” about keeping people out of trouble and having to three sets. Jessica Bird was outstanding of- television rights, the puck drop times and ticket a special bond,” Burns says. fensively for the WILD leading the team with packages, the pool groups and best-of-three Babcock’s correct: This is not the Olympics. service aces and kills. fi nal. Everything. So maybe it shouldn’t pretend to be. Though it “The hockey’s unbelievable. To have best-on- came at the expense of golden Sweden-Canada best in one city, two games a day, it’s tough to The PA WILD men’s team got off to a rocky We could see the Cup expand its global reach rematch or a USA-Canada ratings windfall, beat.” start going 0-5 on the weekend but started to to include a qualifi cation round, with expected the tournament’s greatest successes were its get things together on Saturday losing a tight potential host cities being asked to bid for the gimmicks. As a marketing tool, Team Europe could do three-setter to Great Plains in their last match privilege. wonders overseas. of the day. Jeremy Leibel was the offensive “The big discussion will be Team North Amer- leader for the Wild while libero Richard Bear “You must evolve or you regress,” says Bett- ica and Team Europe,” says Europe coach lead the team defensively with some outstand- man. “This event was about growing the game, , loving the current format. “To ing defensive digs. and growing the game internationally. It’s a get 184 of the best players in the world on the stepping stone.” same stage has never happened in this magni- The WILD will be back in action on their tude and in this concentration. home court October 28 & 29. 4 5 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

WHY THE WORLD CUP WILL NEVER LOOK LIKE THIS AGAIN WORLD CUP - CONTINUED http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/world-cup-of- Depending on who you ask, those steps were “Even though I’m the only Austrian, the hockey will be better in those eight countries.” with what happens next time around, but I’m hockey/world-cup-will-never-look-like/ either made in the right direction or the wrong “It’s a celebration of hockey, and we’ve pos- following [back home] is much better than I not sure which way it will infl uence,” he says. one. sibly put the party on its head a bit.” thought heading into this tournament,” says Ironically, Europe and North America—rare “It worked for us. Maybe not for some other Luke Fox Thomas Vanek. “If you want eight really good eurekas sprung from a conservative league— countries. I’m happy how they did it. For the Team Canada coach Mike Babcock has strong The NHL and NHLPA must decide what kind teams, then I believe you have to keep Team were too good for their own good. future, I don’t know.” TORONTO – It won’t always be like this. feelings on the format. He hears just one lonely of party they want to throw. Europe and North America. No disrespect to anthem played before an international fi nal and 7 and 8, Slovakia and Switzerland, but would “This Young Guns team was spectacular. Next Satan outlines the case for bringing back Team After a dozen autumns of hibernation, the notices something’s off. What is the true purpose of the World Cup? To they have the success that this team is having?” time, is there going to be a McDavid and a Europe. reborn World Cup of Hockey arose bold and grow the game? To include the most NHLers Matthews?” Babcock warns. “So you better be weird and, at the best of times, beautiful. “I like country on country. I like the opportu- possible? To showcase young talent that would Pierre-Édouard Bellemare, who scored more careful what you do with that. Team Europe “The single reason for keeping it is making nity to represent your country where the heat’s be in tough to make their national squads? To goals than Patrick Kane here, has stirred a has done a great job. They’re right here in the hockey popular in these small countries where Fair and lopsided, clunky and fresh, the best- on you and you gotta deliver. That’s a huge make as much hockey-related revenue as pos- hockey buzz in France because of Europe’s fi nal. It’s pretty hard to knock it.” there is not as much attention as there is in on-best tournament has battled through criti- part of the Olympic Games,” Babcock days. sible? To replace the Olympics as the interna- success. (Good timing — Paris will co-host the Canada or the U.S.,” Satan says. “You’re giv- cism, multiple national-program-questioning “The World Cup is great. It’s not the Olympics. tional best-on-best? 2017 IIHF World Championship.) Europe GM Miroslav Satan laughs when we ing a chance to guys from the small countries upsets, clumps of vacant Air Canada Centre Let’s not get confused.” ask him if his group’s excellence will ultimate- to be in the World Cup. Look at Anze Kopitar. seats, soft U.S. TV scores, and an American If it’s to gather the greatest concentration of “Think about that,” Krueger says. “You don’t ly lead to its death. Look at Vanek, Zuccarello from Norway, Bel- League wild-card race just three Bautista-long- Babcock would like pool groups dictated by in- elite talent in one place, North America and get immediate results in new markets—that lemare from France. A single guy representing tosses west. ternational ranking, like the Olympics or World Europe stay. If it’s to slow-grow the game in as will show up over time. Drip, drip, drip— “Maybe our success will have something to do a whole country at the World Cup.” Championship. He goes so far as to say the top many countries as possible, again, this was a “There’s not a lot of Torontos,” says NHL seed should get fi rst dibs on dressing rooms, smart move. Soon, the decision-makers must determine if deputy commissioner Bill Daly. “Even for this just as the fastest swimmer draws the best they want to push forward with doing things market and its hockey passion, it was at times lane. (An easier stance to take when you’re the “Part of the competitiveness,” Bettman says, a little fresh and different, or if they wish to challenging.” Michael Phelps of hockey coaches.) “was a function of the fact that Team Europe circle back to a safer script. and Team North America were certainly more So when the World Cup resurfaces next—be it “Two cities. Only night games. Bring the pools competitive than the seventh and eighth coun- “This is something new for me,” Getzlaf says. in three, four or fi ve years, according to NHL together. Close, close together, so you have tries would’ve been.” “I don’t have a lot of new at this point in my commissioner Gary Bettman—you can bank crowds every night, so you’re not moving career, so it’s been great.” on only one thing: change. people around,” Babcock suggests. Ryan O’Reilly says this is the fastest hockey he’s seen. Christian Ehrhoff calls this “the best PA WILD VOLLEY- “I’m sure there’ll be changes,” says Ryan tournament that’s ever been.” Brent Burns, Getzlaf, one of Team Canada’s 12 fi rst-line Hesitant to voice his opinion until surveyed by who believes the World Championship is too BALL SEASON forwards. “When you’re talking about put- the Players’ Association, Canada’s Matt Duch- drawn out, not only raves about this Cup’s ting together an event in a year and a half, you ene agrees with his coach. intensity, he sees Anze Kopitar on TV skating BEGINS defi nitely have to look at it and fi gure out what with Slovenian children and understands Team you’re going to do next.” “I’m a traditionalist,” Duchene says. “That’s Europe’s endgame. Nancy Wagar not to slight the North Americans or this Team Men’s and Women’s Head Coach Everything will be evaluated and reevaluated Europe—they’ve deserved everything they’ve “In 15 years, those kids will be playing here, after the Toronto experiment. The year the next gotten. They’re a great group. I’ve seen their and who knows if they would’ve got that The Prince Albert WILD women’s team got one is played, the time of season it takes place, quotes. Even them, it means more to play for chance? That’s what hockey’s about. As much off to a great start to the season with 2 wins the number and makeup of teams involved, a country than an all-star team. I like the tradi- as it’s about scores, at the end of the day it’s and 3 losses with all three of their losses going the number and location of the host cities, the tional side of it, absolutely.” about keeping people out of trouble and having to three sets. Jessica Bird was outstanding of- television rights, the puck drop times and ticket a special bond,” Burns says. fensively for the WILD leading the team with packages, the pool groups and best-of-three Babcock’s correct: This is not the Olympics. service aces and kills. fi nal. Everything. So maybe it shouldn’t pretend to be. Though it “The hockey’s unbelievable. To have best-on- came at the expense of golden Sweden-Canada best in one city, two games a day, it’s tough to The PA WILD men’s team got off to a rocky We could see the Cup expand its global reach rematch or a USA-Canada ratings windfall, beat.” start going 0-5 on the weekend but started to to include a qualifi cation round, with expected the tournament’s greatest successes were its get things together on Saturday losing a tight potential host cities being asked to bid for the gimmicks. As a marketing tool, Team Europe could do three-setter to Great Plains in their last match privilege. wonders overseas. of the day. Jeremy Leibel was the offensive “The big discussion will be Team North Amer- leader for the Wild while libero Richard Bear “You must evolve or you regress,” says Bett- ica and Team Europe,” says Europe coach lead the team defensively with some outstand- man. “This event was about growing the game, Ralph Krueger, loving the current format. “To ing defensive digs. and growing the game internationally. It’s a get 184 of the best players in the world on the stepping stone.” same stage has never happened in this magni- The WILD will be back in action on their tude and in this concentration. home court October 28 & 29. 6 3 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

AMARUKS PERFECT AFTER FIRST TOURNAMENT OF THE SEASON TIME MANAGEMENT AND EFFECTIVE PLANNING The Amaruk Men’s and Women’s Volleyball last year for the Sask Polytech Prince Albert season after going through the tryout process, Oluwafemi “Sam” Ojo ing the difference between failure and success. Teams kicked off their 2016 seasons this past WILD, whose passing was exceptional. We are as a coach you have a vague idea of the skill VP Prince Albert Here are seven keys to time management and • Stay organized: organization of the mind will weekend in Saskatoon and showed the other not as tall as last year, but have a lot of new set of the players chosen, but don’t get a true effective planning: lead to a successful organization of one’s life. twelve teams in the Prairie Athletic Conference girls with great potential.” picture of how they will work together on the “You are free to choose, but you are not free both teams were forces to be reckoned with. court until they are in actual league competi- from the consequences of your choice”, that is • Assuming responsibility: it’s important now • Eliminate the unimportant: identify anything The Amaruk men’s team also faced off against tion. I was not disappointed! the freedom paradox. Starting a post-secondary to realize that one is responsible for one’s self, that isn’t directly benefi cial to what you’re The women started off their season Friday the Sask Polytech Prince Albert WILD on degree comes with a lot of freedom, and that means doing everything with a purpose working towards and eliminate it before it night against the Sask Polytech Prince Albert Friday night. Captain Dan Kennedy set the Although all players on the court contributed sometimes the new found freedom seems to and taking responsibility for every action, be it consumes more valuable time. WILD and managed to squeak out a three set tone for the game rattling off sixteen serves to the team performance, setter Chris Stimson overwhelm people to the point where they’re resulting in a fruitful outcome or not. victory. Saturday, the Amaruks found their in a row. The Amaruks went on the beat the displayed strong setting abilities this weekend, unable to cope with everything. It’s essential • Always review the day: through thorough re- groove and put together four straight wins WILD in straight sets. Saturday morning the and Dan Kennedy (left side) and Darcy Mc- to plan things out and manage time, especially • Seek guidance: it’s impossible to know all, view of the day you will you fi nd out about the against the Prairie Pilots, Briercrest JV, Millar Ruks were back on the court against the Prairie Dougall (right side/middle) were both notice- when one is venturing out into the world alone. asking for help is not a sign of weakness, things that were done, the things that weren’t, College Edge, and the Sask Poyltech Moose Pilots and though they started slow were able ably dominant performers. rather a sign of strength that you have identi- and the things yet to be done. Jaw Panthers to end the weekend at a perfect to pick up another win. The great play would Most are coming straight from high school, fi ed where you need help, and a sign of cour- 5-0. continue for the Amaruks as they would go Regardless of the match wins, we still found ar- leaving the comfort of home and taking on a age that you are willing to ask for said help. • Take time to yourself: it’s important to take on the beat Briercrest JV and the Millar Edge eas in our play that need improvement in order whole new adventure of their own. With no a breather and just be with yourself. It allows Coach Chris Doepker said, “Jaylene Koski (left before narrowly defeating the Sask Polytech to put forth a more solid and smoother perfor- one to pester you about certain things, it be- • Plan your schedules: ensure that you plan you to clear your head and combat stress. side) had an outstanding weekend leading our Moose Jaw Panthers in a thrilling three set mance. These are things that we will be able comes very easy to forget to do things. Timing your life, day to day. Falling behind on some- team in kills every match. Her success was match. to work on in practices as we get ready for our is important in every aspect of life; determin- thing will end up costing you in the future. aided by our returning setter Amanda Fahlman second tournament at the end of October.” who showed her experience managing an of- When asked about the weekend, Coach Tim THE BENEFITS OF A BUDGET fense that contained four new starters. An- Hazen said, “I’m pleased with the overall The Amaruks return to the court October 28 & Emilio Conde that I failed was because I did not follow it and students who have obtained a credit card. Even other standout was Kalyn Boutin who played performance of the squad this weekend. Each 29 in Prince Albert. VP Saskatoon did not prioritize my monthly expenses. None- though it requires time and management to theless, after I did my third budget, I found create an excellent budget, the advantages of STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATE College is a great experience, but it also that a budget is essential for me. I believe that a budget are incredible. For example, you can The fi rst Student Advisory Council meetings • Requests for water bottle refi lling stations aware of upcoming events and happenings requires a lot of money. I have enjoyed my col- students, who have a credit card, should have a determine what you are able to spend, what of the year took place on September 21st in • Noted IT issues including WiFi access on campus. The next meeting is Wednesday, lege experience so far, but I have also invested budget for every month in order to avoid credit you should cut from your expenses, how you Prince Albert and Saskatoon. The discussions • Requests for volunteers for the Student Ap- October 26th at 12 p.m. in Prince Albert (room a lot of money in tuition fees and textbooks. In card debt. Here are a few ideas that I can give should prioritize your expenses, the amount of at both campuses were spirited and provided peal Committee 236 in the Academic Centre) and at 4 p.m. in addition to tuition fees and textbooks, there are you on creating a budget: money you can save within a year, and other your Students’ Association with valuable feed- • Concerns about inclusiveness from students Saskatoon (room 128). If you’re interested monthly expenses such as rent, bills, groceries, great advantages. I understand that a credit back and information. at satellite campuses in joining the Student Advisory Council to dining out, health care, clothing, recreation, 1. Track all sources of monthly income such as card is great when you need to borrow money, represent your classmates and have your voice travel and so on. To cover all these expenses, sponsors, loans, and work. but it is a big boy responsibility. I have avoided A few of the topics of discussion included: The Student Advisory Council meets once a heard, please contact Vanessa Hildebrand at I have had to obtain sponsorship from family, getting into huge credit card debt by sticking to apply for bank loans, work a part-time job, and 2. Prioritize the expenses. For example, rent, my budget and I hope this helps you as well. • The upcoming Students’ Association By- month to discuss and fi nd solutions for issues [email protected]. Elections students are facing as well as to make students acquire credit cards. All of these have helped bills, and credit card payments may be of a me “survive” my way through college; espe- higher priority than other expenses such as cially having credit cards when my sponsors or recreation or clothing, so they should be incor- ASK Poly FLU SEASON - HOW TO BE PREPARED loans were delayed. For example, I have used porated into your budget fi rst. Danica Moore my credit cards to pay bills, tuition, buy gro- Get Our Campus Council Director - Prince Albert 1. A clean home means a healthy you. You 3. Get vaccinated. Maybe it is an obvious ceries, dine out, and pay for sports and trips. 3. Set a monthly saving goal. It can be as little Mobile App! will need to step up your cleaning & stock up referral, but according to WebMD it’s one of However, if I had not prioritized and planned as $50 a month. Fall is an amazing time of the year! Falling game; tissues, hand sanitizers, & disinfectant the best ways to keep the fl u away. Even when my expenses with my credit cards, they would SPSA INFO AND NEWS have become another debt to pay after gradu- 4. Create an Excel template for your budget so leaves, hoodies & crisp air. It’s not as hot as wipes (because infl uenza can survive on com- it does hit your household, you’re not the one EVENT SCHEDULES ation. you can use it every month. In fact, there are summer, or as cold as winter. Everyone’s back monly used surfaces for 8 hours). Make sure getting sick. Check your local fl u clinics. SURVEYS AND PRIZE in school, and Halloween is just around the all of your soap dispensers are full. Change Being healthy means you are able to take on many Excel budget templates available online. GIVEAWAYS Since I wanted to avoid credit card debt and its It would be easy to track everything on them, STAY IN THE KNOW corner. The joys until the common cold will all bedding, weekly. Most importantly of all, whatever workload you are taking on. ABOUT EVERYTHING THE SPSA OFFERS make its way around. Yes, it’s the horrible change the air fi lter (for a cleaner air environ- high interest, I have found that there are ways plus you can make graphs and charts to better reality of having to be Gotham City’s very own ment). Your health matters not only to yourself, but to to manage and control my credit card usage. understand your budget. Batman in school. At this point, you may or everyone else. Although it might not be rocket An easy way is to create a budget and priori- tize monthly expenses ahead of each month. 5. Try to stick to your budget. It may be hard may not be questioning yourself… Did I stock 2. Cupboards and the refrigerator need love science to be prepared, it is a very smart thing OUR FREE APP IS AVAILABLE ON: up on enough comfy socks and cough syrup? too. You need all the vitamins in order to re- to do. Stay healthy. It may sound tedious to plan a budget, and it the fi rst two months, but if you commit to it, But overall, am I even prepared? Well not to cuperate, so make sure you have enough soup, takes work to plan one, but it is indeed a great you will fi nd a way to stick with it. worry, because here are three helpful tips you tea, honey, fruits and vegetables (refer to a management skill. When I fi rst created my can add to your arsenal or natural remedies. Good Box at your local SPSA Support Center). budget, I failed to stick to it. The main reason A budget is a great fi nancial tool for college FOLLOW ALONG WITH US 2 7 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

SPSA AND ADMINISTRATION WORK TOWARDS STUDENT TRADITIONAL VS. ONLINE CLASSES LEADERSHIP ADVISORY COUNCIL Natasha Roenspies Campus Council Director - Prince Albert While discussing the difference between You don’t have to choose only one way to Stacia Selinger dents on institutional, divisional, academic and provide feedback on new initiatives, projects traditional and online classes with a student, it learn. It is possible to do a mixture of online SPSA President other initiatives and issues, as well as policies and activities undertaken by Saskatchewan Traditionally, school has been sitting in a metal was mentioned many times that both methods and traditional classes. The idea of this may and procedures that impact students. Secondly, Polytechnic; report back to Saskatchewan desk, working away around many other stu- are excellent sources of learning. In order to seem overwhelming, but after talking to some- Throughout August and September, the Ex- discuss issues of concern to members. Thirdly, Polytechnic Students’ Association (SPSA) and dents. This method offers comfort in familiar- be effi cient in online classes, it was said: “it one who is in the midst of doing just that, they ecutive Council have been working together share best practices and education regarding respective student groups as applicable, and ity and fosters better face-to-face interaction. takes discipline and you can’t procrastinate.” said it was both nice to learn in a group setting with the Associate Vice President (AVP), Tobi student engagement, supports or other topics offer ideas on planning and initiatives. Access to campus activities and direct contact From my own experience, I fi nd it easier to and to have online classes for one-on-one time. Strohan, to form a new council. The new coun- of mutual interest. Lastly, engage in planning with teachers, students and advisors are easier ask a question in traditional classes, however cil is a Student Leadership Advisory Council discussions on joint initiatives. As President of the SPSA, I am happy to help because they are right in front of you. How- sometimes a large group of people can be very Taking into account that you have a choice to (SLAC). take the next step in having the student voice ever, online classes tend to be more fl exible distracting. Online classes are a great option if learn either online or traditionally, the decision The responsibilities of the SLAC members will heard where it will make an impact and excited for students who run a busy schedule, and are you learn better through the use of electronics is yours. At the end of the day, it’s your deci- The purpose of the council is to fi rst provide a be to: act as a represented voice for Saskatch- to work on new initiatives with Saskatchewan generally more cost effi cient. and would rather learn independently. sion on how to achieve your education. vehicle for the AVP, Student Services, and Sas- ewan Polytechnic students by raising issues of Polytechnic. katchewan Polytechnic leaders to consult stu- importance or concern to students, review and SPSA SERVICES FOR MEMBERS Vann Cortez the SPSA Support Centre in Room 116 on the needs to present their current Student ID Card VP Finance and Internal Operations Saskatoon Campus, or call 1.888.933.0058 for and their Saskatchewan Health Card. This the Prince Albert Campus to schedule an ap- service can be extended to the students’ family. As promised in the last issue of Scanner, here pointment with the lawyer. Students only need to provide the Saskatch- are the more detailed, but brief, explanation ewan Health Card of their family members. of services accessible to student members SAvivor LUXURY enrolled on the SPSA Member Campuses – Funds are low? Do you need a meal while Student Advocate Prince Albert and Saskatoon: waiting for alternative arrangements? Forgot Members have access to a Student Advocate your wallet, but need to eat lunch? Students for guidance, support and direction. This is for Short-Term Loan Programs can access the SAvivor Program where you can students who are, or might be, dealing with CONDOS Members can avail the short-term loan pro- access a simple meal package once per month. issues that have a negative impact on their gram and be granted for reasons related to con- academic standing. The Student Advocate tinuing education such as: books and supplies, Good Food Box is a good resource for explanation regarding transportation, food, lodging, or medical pur- Eat healthy and break that Freshman 15. Stu- student rights, due process and polices about poses. The loan will not be charged of interest, dents can access affordable community based, academic and non-academic concerns. FOR as long as it is paid within the mutually agreed quality fresh fruits and vegetables at cost. upon repayment date. If members have questions regarding the Food Bank qualifi cations and parameters on accessing the Legal Services Your SPSA, in conjunction with the Saskatoon services discussed, feel free to have a con- RENT Students are entitled to a free, 30 minute, legal Food Bank, help provide food for students versation with the SPSA and Student Support consultation per academic year. You can go to and their families every two weeks. A student Centre staff on your respective campuses. RECEIVE OVER IRREGULARITY IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Godwin Ezizor and work out”. straightforward activities regularly will do a Campus Council Director - Saskatoon great deal more for your body than an uncon- $2,750 The reality is that there will never be time strained, once per month, exceptional work out It is not out of place to hear, or create, proposi- in your schedule unless you create it. For session. IN REBATES tional phrases in regards to physical exercise. example, you may miss two days of your exer- I have been guilty of this, and you presumably cise program and feel the need to start from the Consistency will likely build a long lasting have as well. beginning again. One month of procrastination propensity for practicing physical exercise could potentially prompt an entire year without and solid living rather than simply doing an You may hear others say, or even tell yourself: starting your program. arrangement of seat presses every other month. “I’ll begin my preparation program one month It’s less demanding to fabricate practicing en- from now”, or, “I’ve already missed Monday You can’t exercise half-heartedly once per ergy and stick to a plan than it is to start from and Tuesday; think I’ll simply overlook that week and expect to develop extraordinary the beginning once more. fact, and begin again one week from now”. muscles. That’s like saying you want to get paid salary once a year, but still want to get So don’t postpone until tomorrow what can Then there’s the worst of them all, which is: rich from your job. It’s practically impos- be done today. Simply keep at it, and you will elitesuite.ca “I truly don’t have room in my schedule to go sible. Using light weights and participating in start to see results! 8 Volume No. 29 Issue 2 - October 2016

PLAY ENTERED TO ALONG TOBE WIN A$250 CANADAAIR TRAVELSPSA! VOUCHERFROM THE Student Newspaper of Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon and PrinecPrince Albert Campuses I SPY TO FLY! SPSA Launches I Spy To Fly Campaign See back cover to learn how you could win a $250 Air Canada voucher! Name:______Phone Number:______Program:______from each campus at the end of school year. Sask Polytech Students only. to win. Watch for next month’s edition of the Scanner for another chance to play! We will draw a winner (left) in the photo above. Circle them, and return your entry to SA Find Saskatchewan Polytechnic President, Dr. Larry Rosia (far left) and SPSA President, Stacia Selinger I SPY TO FLY!

STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL Office on your campus to be entered UPDATE Pg 2

WHY THE WORLD CUP WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN Pg 4-5

WILD AND AMARUKS BEGIN VOLLEYBALL SEASON Pg 5 & 6