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Women’s fastball underway Alexisonfire rocks DC Story on page 26 Story on page 19 Lords off to perfect start H1N1 By Paul Rellinger affects Chronicle Staff he soccer ball passed everyone through the outstretched hands of the opposing By Amanda Gaudet keeper, hit the back of Chronicle Staff theT net and the Durham Lords women’s soccer team scored yet Everyone has had the flu another goal. at some point in their lifetime, Four games into the season, but this year it’s a different flu the Lords have already posted 35 season and the best thing you goals for and zero against. In a sea- can do is be prepared. son where the Lady Lords have al- According to the Dur- ready welcomed new head coach ham Region Health Depart- Dave Staley, there are already high ment the H1N1 influenza, hopes for how the ladies will fare also known as Swine Flu, is a this year. variant of a seasonal flu that “We have the talent to go all contains viruses from birds, the way,” said team veteran Katie pigs and humans. The virus Watts, who has already scored 11 causes respiratory illness goals this season. with symptoms similar to a Including her goals this year, normal seasonal flu and in Watts is tied for sixth place on the some cases more severe. OCAA all-time leading scorers This type of influenza af- list. With 31 career goals, she now fects young, healthy people trails former teammate Brittany between the ages of five Micucci by four goals for top spot and 24 who wouldn’t nor- on the Durham College all-time Photo by Paul Rellinger mally suffer as much from a scoring list as well. seasonal flu, which is what POWER FORWARD: OCAA league scoring leader, Lords striker Katie Watts, breezes makes a college and univer- See SOCCER Page 25 by an opposing defender during a match against the Loyalist Lancers. sity campus a bull’s-eye on the pandemic target. Since late April there have been nearly 30,000 confirmed cases reported in 74 countries, including 118 From Sunnyvale to Durham confirmed cases in Durham Region. As we head into the 2009 fall flu season the risk By Kait Nienhuis will increase. Chronicle Staff “When you hear H1N1, it sounds scary, but essentially im Lahey staggered to the it is the flu,” said Margaret mike and announced to the Greenley, vice-president of crowd: “Randy and I are gon- Student Affairs for Durham na get piss-faced tonight.” College and UOIT. “It is a flu JWith drinks in hand, Randy and that you are going to have for Lahey made Sunnyvale Trailer 5 to 12 days, so it’s different Park proud when they performed then SARS and stuff like that. a comedy routine at E.P. Taylor’s It’s just the matter that there on Sept. 21. is a greater possibility you Between chants of “Lahey! La- will get the flu this fall.” hey!” and swigs of beer, it was clear Greenley is working with the crowd was excited to see them. the executive pandemic plan “Jim Lahey is my favourite char- team, which is made up of a acter,” said Elliott Butterworth, an representative from various Automotive Engineering student areas of the college as well as at UOIT. “He has the best lines.” a student representative, on Both seasoned and new fans of the campus pandemic plan. the show were in attendance. Photo by Kait Nienhuis This plan outlines all the ac- “I’ve watched (the show) since tions being taken in prepara- I was little,” said Emily Guelden- OH CANADA!: Mr. Lahey, left, and Randy belt out our national anthem at E.P. Taylor’s. tion for a possible pandemic. stubble, an Early Childhood Edu- “Throughout the summer cation student at Durham College. a handful of guys in the audience Robin, all the while taking breaks “I didn’t expect it to be this we’ve had a number of meet- Only moments into the show, took off their shirts in support. for “drinkie-poos”. funny,” said Kylie Wazonek, a first- ings of our executive pan- a fan presented Randy with a Victorious, Randy tore off his The show took a patriotic turn year Journalism student at Dur- demic plan team and what cheeseburger. shirt and dazzled the crowd with as Randy and Lahey sported Ca- ham College. we are doing is rolling out the “Randy can eat six double his belly dancing tricks. But belly nadian flags and hats and led the After the show, actors Pat Roach action plan for the possible cheeseburgers at the same time,” dancing isn’t the only thing Ran- crowd in a drunken rendition of (Randy) and John Dunsworth (Jim pandemic,” says Greenley. said Lahey. dy’s stomach is good for. our country’s national anthem. Lahey) talked about the success of “We made decisions on such Before things got rolling, audi- “Randy’s belly button can hold “We’re proud Canadians,” said the TV series and the upcoming things as the hand sanitizer ence members were quick to point exactly one ounce of liquor,” said Randy. movie sequel Trailer Park Boys: stations that we have put out that Randy, who is always Lahey. Before they left the stage, Ran- Countdown to Liquor Day. around the school as well as shirtless, was overdressed for the “It makes for a good nightcap,” dy and Lahey thanked their fans “We’re so lucky to be part of to review all of our specific occasion. said Randy. for their ongoing support. such a big show,” said Roach. school plans to ensure that “Mr. Lahey said I wasn’t allowed The duo entertained the crowd “We’ve had 10 great years,” said The movie, shot last fall, will be we are prepared.” to take my shirt off,” said Randy. with creative uses for everyday Lahey. released on Sept. 25. Disapproving, the crowd items, songs about propane and When the show ended, the “It was six weeks of joy,” said See H1N1 Page 2 chanted, “Take it off! Take it off!” as cheeseburgers and some role- crowd was still laughing as they Dunsworth. “I think it’s safe to say playing as a sexy Batman and lined up for autographs. it’s the best thing we ever did.” 2 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS Take precautions for H1N1 H1N1 Continued from page 1 directly with that (the clinic) mak- ing sure the vaccines are ready vaccine On campus Kathy Lazenby, di- and promoted on this campus to rector of Health Services, has been encourage students to get their flu working directly with Durham shots,” said Greenley. coming Region Public Health to assist in If you feel like you have any the medical side of the pandemic of the symptoms you should do plan, and helped to create a poster a self-assessment. Some people campaign to inform people about may also experience headache, soon H1N1 with the slogan ‘Knowledge shortness of breath, runny nose is your best defence’. and sore throat. If you suffer from By Kait Nienhuis The poster is also being used as any of these symptoms for more Chronicle Staff a way to tell students and faculty than a couple of days it is im- about why they should be using portant you stay home and get The Ontario government the hand sanitizing stations. checked out by a doctor as soon as is taking extra steps to ensure “What we do recognize is the possible. the public is ready for this number 1 thing that individu- If a student in residence has year’s flu season. als can do in order to reduce the any of these symptoms the first Starting in mid-Septem- chance of getting or spreading thing that will be recommended ber, residents of Ontario will H1N1 is to wash you hands,” said is that you go home if possible, be mailed information about Greenley. but for international students or a new flu vaccination pro- Since there can’t be a sink students who live too far out of the gram as well as tips on flu around every corner of the school area special precautions will be prevention. 30 hand sanitizer stations have taken. According to the Ontario been placed around the campus. Even if there is an outbreak at Ministry of Health, the H1N1 There are 16 in the Gordon Wil- the school, don’t get too excited flu virus is expected to affect ley building, seven in the Simcoe about the possibility of it closing. even more people this year. Building and seven around UOIT. The school takes direction from A vaccination for the The hand sanitizing stations are Public Health and there are only H1N1 flu virus is being devel- handy because people sneezing two extreme scenarios in which oped and will be made avail- on their hands and then touching the school would close. able to health care workers, papers, banisters, or doorknobs The first is if Public Health felt pregnant women and people spread influenza and germs, germs were spreading way too Photo by Amanda Gaudet with pre-existing medical which is why it is so important to fast to handle. The second is if too conditions. sanitize or wash your hands. many faculty members were sick SCRUB AWAY: UOIT Science student Cheryl Bachan, The seasonal flu vaccina- It is recommended that every- at once, making the continuation washes hands at one of the many sanitizing stations on tion will be available as usual one get a flu shot this season, and of classes nearly impossible. campus. in the fall. unlike some schools, Durham Col- If you do self-assess and you Those seeking further in- lege and UOIT are lucky enough think you have H1N1 then you once you feel better you can figure H1N1 and the Durham College / formation about the upcom- to have a health clinic on campus should not come to school. Inform out ‘what do I need to do to get UOIT pandemic plan visit www. ing flu season can visit www. that will be offering flu shots. your teachers/supervisors, and caught up and get back to things.’ durhamcollege.ca or www.uoit.ca ontario.ca/flu. “Kathy Lazenby will be dealing rest to take care of yourself so that For more information about and follow the links. Run for Battle first and study later the SA on By Geoffrey Gooden campus Chronicle Staff With the start of a new year on By Andrew Santos campus comes a whole new gen- Chronicle Staff eration of students, kicking the year off on a warm, sunny day with Are you interested in rep- the campus extravaganza. resenting others on Your Stu- The extravaganza gives first- dent Association? year students a welcoming start Here’s your chance to with free food and various carnival have a say in student affairs activities. and activities on campus. Krista Watson, Durham Col- Your SA is conducting by- lege student development co-ordi- elections for the 2009-2010 nator, was in charge of organizing term. the event. In total, 20 positions are “It’s a chance to bring every- Photo by Geoffrey Gooden available, including VP of one together on campus; students Durham College, VP of UOIT from UOIT, students from Dur- CAMPUS ORIENTATION: Students gather round for a fun day of games and events on and VP of Satellite. ham College, as well as the cam- campus at orientation this September. “You have the opportu- pus clubs and the campus services nity to put services in place to showcase some of the things we Beckim, Business Administration, right through it, get it over with, paired with someone who has for students,” said Kathryn offer on campus,” Watson said. said she took a night course in make sure it’s done and then hand similar interests to them,” she said. Bremner, Services Co-ordi- Some of the first-year students photography at Durham College it in,” he said. Watson says the staff member nator for the SA. at the campus extravaganza are from January to April, but she still Students such as Alton, Beck can help the student throughout SA President Amy Eng- experiencing mixed feelings to- feels nervous about starting her and Beckim feeling nervous about the year and answer any ques- land encourages students in- ward starting college. program. starting school, have options avail- tions they have such as finding out terested in running and those Human Services Worker stu- “You know, the jitters. It’s like able that can help ease some of the where to get their campus ID to voting to get involved. dent Heather Beck said her overall starting high school all over again,” anxiety. figuring out what they want to do “Voting is the best way for feeling towards starting college said Beckim. Krista Watson cited the staff- with their future. you to get your voice heard was fear. Beckim’s strategy is to “stay mo- to-student mentoring program “(The staff member) can refer and ensure that your repre- “I’m so scared because I’m di- tivated and keep going the way I offered through the Student Life you to the right people on campus sentation matches the values rectionally challenged so I’ve al- want to go, keep looking forward office. and they act as sort of a liaison for and the direction you want ready gotten lost so many times,” and stop looking back.” This program matches first- you and a helper to help you get the SA to go in.” said Beck. “I’m excited for my Ned Alton is also a first-year year students with a staff mentor through the year.” Nominations opened up classes but I’m just scared of feel- Business Administration student. to provide post secondary guid- First-year students can sign up Sept. 28 and close Oct. 2. Vot- ing so small.” and says overall he’s feeling gen- ance. for the staff-to-student mentor- ing takes place Oct. 7 and 8. Beck said her strategy for get- eral anxiety but will push through “Basically if you’re feeling anx- ing program through the Durham For more information, visit ting through college is that she’s the workload in order to keep go- ious about starting school, you’re College website at http://www. your-sa.ca. not going to forget this is her fu- ing. not sure where things are even durhamcollege.ca/ in the “First- ture. Beck wasn’t the only stu- “I just push right through it, after orientation week…they can year Students” section under the dent who feels scared. Monique that’s my general philosophy. Push sign up for this program and be “Student Experience” tab. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 3 CAMPUS NEWS New centre shows Pride By Kyle Reynolds LGBTQ students by hosting fun Chronicle Staff events and activities. Colin Boucher, president of The Campus Health Centre has the association, says Pride aims to teamed up with the Student As- provide an inclusive, supportive sociation to create a centre that social outlet for the LGBTQ stu- supports Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, dents and their allies on campus. Transsexual/Transgender and “The Pride Association will be Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) in- operating the social branch of the dividuals on campus. LGBTQ Centre movement,” said Located in the Campus Health Boucher. Centre, Your LGBTQ Centre is “We work closely with the new available to all students, staff and centre and its campaigns, but we faculty members at Durham Col- also get to organize and host all of lege and UOIT, no matter their the fun stuff.” sexual orientation. Boucher has been an execu- Barb Bryan, co-ordinator of the tive of Pride for 2 ½ years and was centre, hopes to end homophobia elected president of the associa- and discrimination on campus. tion at the end of last year. “I want to empower all students “At our meetings last year we in the community so they can suc- watched movies, played games ceed and be in an environment and socialized,” said Boucher. “But that is respectful,” she said. “Our this year will be more structured mission is to create unity in our and diverse.” queer community on campus.” He hopes to organize trips to Anthony Boland, SA vice presi- Neb’s Fun World, free skates at dent of Campus Life works closely the Campus Ice Centre, and even with Bryan. According to Bryan, plans to have the group attend a Boland has played a key role in Ridgebacks hockey game. Photo by Kyle Reynolds jumpstarting Your LGBTQ Centre. “Hockey games are actually re- As a member of the executive OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Colin Boucher, left, president of the Pride Association, and ally fun,” said Boucher. “Events like board, Boland said it is his job to Barb Bryan, co-ordinator of the LGBTQ Centre, are all smiles now that the centre is these facilitate conversation, and ensure all students feel welcome open. The centre is available to all students on campus. communication is key in having a and comfortable. good time.” Boland said the centre will act According to Boland, Durham said. According to Bryan, nearly Boucher stresses Pride is not a as a stepping-stone to make Dur- College/UOIT isn’t the only cam- Bryan and Boland expect noth- 50 people have registered their support group, but rather a chance ham College and UOIT homopho- pus that has opened an LGBTQ- ing but good things by opening the names on the email list already for LGBTQ students to get to know bia-free. friendly office. Thereare a variety centre. and she expects the numbers will other people like them. “It’s a great way for students to of colleges and universities in “We’ve already received very rise. Pride meetings are held in the meet people, ask questions, and Canada that offer the same type of positive feedback,” said Boland. Your LGBTQ Centre is also SA Service Centre located in the get the support they need,” he said. facility, including York, Queens, U “We intended to run the centre partnered with the Pride Associa- portables beside the campus li- “Especially for students moving of T and Carleton. as a pilot program and see where tion at Durham College and UOIT. brary. Boucher hopes to host the away from home.” “An LGBTQ centre was a much- it went from there, and so far it According to Bryan, Pride acts as first meeting in early October. needed resource on campus,” he seems promising.” a social networking group, uniting

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DROPPING THE HAMMER: Jordan McDonnell, first-year Mechanical Engineering student at UOIT, gives it his all in helping destroy this car. A car-smashing good time more than $200, with all pro- year’s event raised over $1,200 my family to some degree, so I’m “When kids get involved, we like By Paul Rellinger ceeds going to MADD. and this year their goal was to glad I can do my part to help out to do our best to help out.” Chronicle Staff “Last year’s event was such a beat that, or at least match it. and raise some money for such a Along with donating the car, hit, we wanted to make it an an- “This is for a great cause,” said great organization,” he said. Dom’s also dropped off and This is one car smash your nual thing,” said Lee Clifford, pro- Jordan McDonnell, a first-year After a little break, McDonnell picked up the car after the event, parents won’t get upset about. gram director for Riot Radio. Mechanical Engineering student said he was going to reach into all free of cost. The loading dock area of EP “When we (Riot Radio) cre- at UOIT, who took part in the his wallet and donate again to get With the passing of this year’s Taylor’s was turned into a wreck- ated the event last year, we want- event. another chance to do some ma- event, Clifford already has his ing yard on Sept. 21 so students ed to have something that was “It’s a lot of fun and I get a jor damage to the car. sights set on next year. could lend a hand in destroying different. Something students chance to wreck a car.” Dom’s Auto Parts in Courtice “Hopefully we can raise even a car to raise money for MADD would be eager to take part in and McDonnell said the fact that donated this year’s car, as well as more money for MADD next (Mothers Against Drunk Driv- have fun doing it, “ said Clifford. all proceeds are going to MADD last year’s to be smashed up. year,” he said. ers). “What’s more fun than wrecking was one of the reasons he took “We love helping schools out MADD raises more than $12 According to Riot Radio staff, a car?” part in the event. when we can,” said Gord Kim- million annually for efforts direct- the second annual event raised According to Clifford, last “Drunk driving has affected merly, a sales rep with Dom’s. ed towards ending drunk driving. 4 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 TO CONTACT US Durham College-UOIT Chronicle Newsroom: Room L-223; Ext. 3068 Publisher: Greg Murphy Advertising: Room L-220; Ext. 3069 Editor-in-Chief: Gerald Rose E-mail: [email protected] Ad Manager: Dawn Salter EDITORIAL [email protected] Financial aid line-ups an issue While Durham College and University of Ontario Institute of Technology Financial Aid and Stu- dent Awards offices have made paying for school less complicat- ed, there is still a need to improve the long line-ups and wait times that come each year. The Financial Aid and Awards offices were designed to help post secondary students assess their financial options on and off of campus. Student aids range from on campus employment to grants and awards. The offices offer assistance with several different financial aid pro- grams, by creating a plan for stu- dents during their academic year. They also provide information for government programs such as: the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), Queen Eliza- beth II Aiming for the Top Schol- arship, the Canadian Millennium entrance. fice, which also contributed to the and working days would help Cartoon by Jeremy Eeuwes Scholarship Foundation and the Cheques and awards were rush of students. matters considerably. This isn’t campus, improving the flow for Canada Study Grant. ready for pickup, but the discour- OSAP distribution has been the first year of long lines so there students. This is a huge necessity for the aging wait turned people away. and will continue to be moved to must be a reason why they don’t - Many services will be available institution, but every yin has its The long lines are intimidating the Student Centre above the cam- and there is. in the one location, instead of hav- yang. and students don’t have time to pus pub, E.P. Taylor’s, because the Occasionally, the office ex- ing students travel to various cam- Although located in the same spare. Chris Rocha, director of Fi- offices are too small to offer that tends its pickup hours to 6 or 6:30 pus offices for information. spot, Financial Aid and Student nancial Aid and Awards, says the volume of support. p.m. but finds hardly any students Despite the wait time, the Fi- Awards are two separate offices. mass of confusion was mainly be- “That’s our main focus for the coming in so they don’t believe it is nancial Aid and Student Awards Both generate a lot of traffic, es- cause of university payments and first few weeks. It’s going to be warranted. Well if it happens infre- offices are extremely helpful to pecially at the beginning of each the OSAP distribution process. busy everywhere, but that gets us quently, perhaps that is why stu- the college and university, but it’s semester. Usually the line-up University fees are due the first away from the line-ups here,” said dents don’t take advantage. They still an issue that needs to be ad- has a bit of a wait, but this year it week of school, while DC college Rocha. just don’t know. dressed. bordered on ridiculous. Students students pay their fees in July. The It’s obvious that semester starts The system should be less hec- lined South Wing from the of- one-month delay of OSAP forms are the busiest times of the year, tic by 2011 with the new student Miranda Roach fices, almost reaching the main was the largest downfall for the of- so perhaps extending office hours services building that’s coming to Smoking policy needs enforcing What’s a policy without enforcement? A Roger has no recollection of anyone be- explains Roger, “is because if you move doors. suggestion. ing fined after not obeying the policy. This them away people won’t go out and put While this going on the health and safety The campus smoking policy has been is because campus security cannot enforce their butts in. They will smoke knowing committee is experimenting with other vi- in effect for almost three the policy as it is a bylaw that they’re closer than 10 metres, or being sual cues such as signage and lines placed years, but has yet to be truly issue and bylaw officers oblivious, and rather than walking out to at 10 metres from the door. However, the enforced. This is because of must issue fines. where the butt station is they throw them signs at the doors to the L wing are small the outlook of most people Jeremy The second problem on the ground, which creates an inordinate and do not state why the policy is in place, at the school, from students is the placement of vi- amount of work. So whether it was by plan or what happens if the rule is broken. to faculty and staff, and the Eeuwes sual cues and warnings. or not, those stations got moved in and it re- This is why this multi-level problem is in placement of certain visual The smoking policy sulted in a lot less work around cleaning up.” need of multiple solutions, including more cues. states that no one can However, Michelle of Sodexo Cleaning and clearer signage, more faculty attention The first problem is the smoke within 10 metres Services said: “To me it doesn’t make a dif- and less contradiction in the form of butt- overall attitude of both students and staff. of entrances, however, many smoke dispos- ference where the boxes are, there’s always stops placed closer than 10 metres from the Dave Roger of the health and safety com- al boxes can be found no more than five me- going to be butts on the ground.” She went door. mittee at Durham College had a few things tres away from the doors, with some at only on to say that some entrances don’t even Most of all it is on us. Smokers must show to say about the policy. “The problem is, in 3 ½ metres. This not only forces smokers have butt stops, even though students are faculty and staff that we are responsible our environment, there are not enough re- into the restricted zone to properly dispose asking for them. adults able to comply with rules put in place sources to enforce that expectation. There of their butts, but also gives the impression Politics on placement aside, it is a simple for the health of the people around us. If we isn’t enough will of the organization both at that smoking in this area is perfectly accept- fact that dead butts on the ground are far don’t we could be facing much harsher re- the top of the ladder and within our student able, or even encouraged. less detrimental to the health of students strictions on our beloved killer inhalant. body.” “The reason that they get moved closer,” and staff than live ones smoking outside the

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PUBLISHER: Greg Murphy EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Gerald Rose FEATURE EDITOR: Ginny Colling AD MANAGER: Dawn Salter ADVERTISING PRODUCTION MANAGER: Kevan F. Drinkwalter PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR: Al Fournier TECHNICAL PRODUCTION: Darren Fisher The Chronicle September 29, 2009 5 OPINION Mobile Learning makes sense

The use of laptops in schools is coordinator, is taking the program program. Between Durham College and way, students have the privilege of becoming more common in insti- in a new direction. Changes are If students take a look at the UOIT, there are over 500 students using programs that are all updat- tutions and there is a good reason being implemented to help reduce Mobile Learning program as a with equipment from the Mobile ed to the latest versions. why. waiting times and offer support to whole, the fee begins to make Learning program. If many of With all of these advances, Har- There are many resources students as needed. That will go a sense. This means when a student those students tried to opt-out of ris admits communication has used in post secondary schools, long way in changing the mindset needs to get the fan on their laptop the fee, the program would suffer. been lacking. He believes it is cru- but at Durham of the opposed fixed, the repair cost is not coming As a result, students may have to cial for students to have an under- College and program. directly out of their pocket at that pay for their own repairs, or their standing of what they are getting UOIT, students Many im- time. Free support is one aspect software may not match what is into with regards to the program. can, and have Corin provements in which the mobile learning fee required. Breaking down the mobile fee been benefit- have already covers. As well, some of the software so students know what they are ing greatly from Wilson been made this Another big part of mobile the school loads onto the laptops paying for, and creating ways for an improving year. Instead of learning is the software that must can only be obtained through an students to give feedback and hav- mobile learning waiting half an be licensed and loaded onto the institution. If students decided ing more technicians for support program. hour at the mo- laptops. Durham College and to try this, they would have to go are just a few ways to build student Granted, in past years, the bile learning help desk, behind UOIT receive volume discounts without some programs. support for the program. program has been going through someone trying to get their lap- with many of the programs, so it Laptop maintenance can be Besides convenience, there are some adjustments that have re- top cleaned, there are now lines is much more economical to get tough to stay on top of, but that many benefits for students who sulted in it not running as smooth- dedicated to password resets. Any these programs installed through is another plus that comes out of are a part of mobile learning. Once ly as it could. Long lines were a passwords issues can be dealt with the school. mobile learning. There is little to these improvements have been hassle, poor service caused frus- quickly and without hassle. Some students still feel that it complain about when the techni- set in motion, and the program tration and students have been Students may be happy to hear might be easier to buy a laptop at a cians take care of everything. tweaked to perfection, students confused as to what exactly their about positive changes, but some store and load the programs them- Reimaging the laptops over the will be able to see what they can mobile learning fee is paying for. are not aware how much their mo- selves. So what about the possibil- summer helps with maintenance, achieve from the mobile learning Martin Harris, the new program bile learning fee helps the entire ity of a laptop opt-out? as well as updating programs. That program. Noel leaves Oasis ‘sinking’

After 20 years of Oasis, Noel Gallagher Crying Your Heart Out, Lyla, and recently will be looking back in anger as he walks Shock of the Lightning. away from the band. Not to mention their best selling album, It was reported on August 18, 2009 that and the fourth greatest selling UK album of Noel was leaving the band again, but this all time: What’s the Story Morning Glory, time for good. “Peo- was entirely written by Noel ple will write and Gallagher. (The song hello was say what they like, Kevin co-written by two others, who but I simply could were not Liam) not go on work- Hall As later albums were re- ing with Liam a leased, more songs written by day longer,” quoted Liam were included. Perhaps all Noel on the band’s of Liam’s material success and official website. seemingly posh lifestyle was The report indicated that before a show starting to take precedence over content. in England, Noel and Liam got into one of Nevertheless, sales were never as high, and their trademark fights, which resulted in Noel’s songs were still getting more airtime Liam smashing one of Noel’s guitars. Noel and acclaim then Liam’s. walked out on the show, saying he was fin- It is clear that without Noel, Oasis is no ished. longer that refuge in the desert, but rather This isn’t a rarity between the brothers, a sinking ship, and Noel is the only one tal- and Noel has always come back. However, ented, or sober enough, to keep afloat. Noel Noel seems intent on sticking to his guns, is not without his demons, but has taken his saying he is sick of the constant abuse music and career seriously. He has made his and threats he has taken from his brother drug problems a thing of the past, whereas throughout his life. Liam seems to be partying as hard as ever. So where does that leave the band? Well, In the end substance will overcome style, in a word, stranded. Noel takes with him ev- and I predict Noel will undergo a series of erything that made Oasis the iconic band it’s solo projects, achieve moderate success, known for today. and maintain his underrated status among He wrote the greatest and most well the big boys in the music world. Liam will known songs the band released including piss his fortune away on booze, and end Live Forever, Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back up lying on a bar floor, teeth knocked out in Anger, Morning Glory, Champagne Su- wondering, “who’s gonna be the one to save pernova, Don’t Go away, Go Let it Out, Stop me?” CERT volunteers are dedicated

With thousands of new and sponse Team (CERT), and its 60 John Ambulance, allows them dedicated men and women have with a large and hectic campus. familiar students arriving on plus volunteer members are on to carry a wide range of medi- made a difference to campus life We should all be thankful campus this call 24-hours a cal care equipment and gives ensuring that students, faculty there are students on campus school year, day, seven days them the status of Advanced and guests alike remain safe and who are dedicated enough to the Campus a week at the Medical First Responder, which healthy. volunteer their time (8,300 hours Emergency Kris Oshawa campus in essence means they are first Last school year alone, CERT last year) to ensuring that the stu- Response to ensure that in to the scene, and will determine responded to over 300 calls, in dent body remains healthy and Team brings Gyivicsan the event of an whether outside help from EMS a matter of 215 days, and in the safe, and that no one is left wait- a feeling of emergency, the is needed. first 11 days of this school year, ing for an ambulance, or waiting great relief proper medical If you haven’t heard of CERT, it they had attended 20 calls. to be taken to hospital. to the stu- attention will be might be because they have only Without CERT students Students rest assured, CERT dent body. available to everyone on campus. been a part of our campus for would have to wait longer for has got your back. The Campus Emergency Re- Their training, provided by St. three years. But since 2006, these emergency responses especially 6 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS Former hotel will house students

from a thorough examination of Genosha what the area needs as well as in- formation from the city’s econom- ic strategic plan, Summers said. With anticipated plans by set for full UOIT to move more academic de- partments downtown there will be a further need for affordable living renovation space for students “Deep down inside we made our decision based on demand. By Don Campbell UOIT is the fastest growing univer- Chronicle Staff sity in Ontario and there clearly is a problem with finding accessible, The grand old lady on King quality accommodations. So I be- Street is getting an extreme make- lieve this was a great decision.” over – one that will transform the In its heyday, the Genosha once famous downtown Oshawa Hotel was visited by royalty and landmark into modern apartment rock stars alike. Opened in 1929, dwellings for UOIT and Durham Queen Elizabeth visited in 1939 College students. and many bands, including Rush, As part of a larger downtown played at the Genosha before they revitalization effort, the Genosha were big. Hotel will be fully renovated into With its distinct Chicago-style a mix of commercial and 111 self- architecture and art deco design, Photo by Don Campbell contained bachelor apartments the Genosha was a desirable stop for students. It is a change devel- when Highway 2 (King Street) was oper Rick Summers, co-owner of the only road between Toronto REBUILD: The exterior of the Genosha Hotel, scheduled for renovation to build Summers & Co. – the company in and Ottawa. affordable student housing to meet the growing demand of students in Oshawa. charge of overhauling the Geno- When the 401 opened in the sha – believes will play an impor- 1960s, traffic along King Street tant role in changing the cultural – and subsequently the hotel – Amy England is pleased with de- nated a heritage building. “A really nice feature will be the and economic landscape of down- declined. That started a long and velopment and said the SA always “The heritage designation was geothermal heating and cooling town Oshawa. steady decline for the once proud supports plans that “realize stu- a special challenge, but we are ex- systems that will be installed,” said “Everyone, from the mayor, hotel. dents as a permanent fixture in cited to bring back the building’s Summers. to city council to local business In its most recent incarnation the city.” charm,” said Summers. “We want Most of the inside of the build- owners to people on the street, the Genosha served as a tavern, “Any development that sup- to make it as original as it was 80 ing, however, is completely “de- everyone seems excited about restaurant and a low-rent apart- ports students and provides safe years ago.” constructed,” in the words of Roy this project,” said Summers, whose ment building, with the Million and affordable housing is always Renovation will call for restor- Craig, demolition manager for company was also responsible Dollar Saloon strip club eventually supported by us,” said England. ing the original granite and lime- Cannington Group – the company for redeveloping another down- occupying the basement of the The Genosha development stone exterior that had been cov- contracted to gut the building. town property on King Street into building. project was approved by Oshawa ered over the years by an unsightly “When we took apart the inside a mixed commercial-residential The last tenants vacated the city council in 2008. Summers said herringbone pattern design (brick of the building it was important to space. building in 2003. the Central Business District Re- tiling) and a heavy wood banding. do it as carefully as possible be- “I grew up in Oshawa and I am “It was a mess when we went naissance Community Improve- The original window design will cause it is such a historic building. excited to see the downtown revi- for a walk around inside for the ment Plan, in addition to tax in- also be maintained but all the win- But it’s exciting to be part of this talized.” first time. There was garbage ev- centives from city council, helped dows will be replaced. project because it will help revital- The decision to convert the ho- erywhere … it was a real mess,” out financially in the renovation of According to Summers, many ize the downtown,” said Craig. tel into a mix of commercial and said Summers. the 80-year-old building. of the inside features will have to For Summers the development student residential space resulted Student Association President In 2005 the Genosha was desig- be replaced or re-designed be- is all part of a larger municipal cause they have been in a state of movement that is taking down- disrepair for so long, although the town Oshawa by storm. grand marble staircase might be “This project is important for salvageable. New elevators and the university, Oshawa heritage CERT dedicated to safety modern amenities will also be in- and for downtown revitalization,” stalled. he said. of students and staff alike tors, allowing them to provide extensive medical By Kris Gyivicsan Student reps care to patients on campus, which has proven to be Chronicle Staff a great advantage as the team responded to over 300 calls in 215 academic days last year. A group of volunteers on campus have dedicat- Although some members of CERT are enrolled ed their time and efforts to ensuring the safety of in medical-related programs, it is not a prerequi- all students, faculty, and guests, which has proven site. ready to work successful in their first three years. “It’s an opportunity for basically anybody who term there is a vacancy to be filled. “The Campus Emergency Response Team has any interest in some form of first aid to come By Gabrielle Baksh (CERT) is a group of student volunteers trained by Chronicle Staff Members comprise a whole out and get some hands-on experience, ” said range from first year to fourth year St. John Ambulance, to provide medical coverage Brown. to the Durham College, UOIT, and Trent campus UOIT student representatives but are generally upper year stu- The team has been recognized within the com- dents, says associate secretary of in Oshawa,” says CERT communications co-ordi- munity for their hard work and dedication, receiv- are poised to inject the student nator Jeff Brown. point of view into future school the academic council, Olivia Pet- ing awards including the Medical First Responder rie. This training accredits the team with the level Award presented to CERT for clocking more than policy following the university’s of advanced medical first responder, which allows academic council and standing Unlike Sharma and van Kleef, 8,300 volunteer hours over the past school year, who both faced opposition result- CERT to assess the scene of an emergency and de- more than any St. John community service unit in committee elections. termine whether they require EMS assistance. Most students took advantage ing in an election, the other avail- Durham Region. able positions were acclaimed, The group of 60-plus volunteers is the biggest in Brown said he hopes this will show the commu- of the online voting procedures the Durham St. John unit. They have two respond- as the polls opened for 48 hours meaning only a single nomination nity that the school not only cares about students’ was received. ers and an executive member on call 24 hours a academic success, but also the well-being of the on Sept. 16. The results were an- day, seven days a week at the Oshawa campus for nounced Friday afternoon on Student representatives are student body. on all but one of UOIT’s stand- each school year. “It has been a very quick and drastic change Sept. 18. They run their shifts on three-hour intervals Chandan Sharma was elected ing committees that report to the from where we were to where we are now,” said academic council. The academic throughout the day beginning at 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Brown who has seen the team grow from an office to the academic appeals commit- with their 12-hour overnight shift beginning at 8 tee and Mats van Kleef was elected council then advises the board of and a phone in its first year to 60-plus members, governors on various issues re- p.m. working 24 hours. to the curriculum program review CERT also operates at the Whitby campus Mon- committee, each for the standard garding university policy and the “If it’s any indication of where were going to be establishment of faculties, schools day through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are in the next five years then its incredible what this two-year term. equipped with full trauma equipment, including Some students are currently and departments, for example. team is doing and how we’re building our presence “They are an important voice oxygen administration equipment and defibrilla- on campus.” completing their terms but when a student graduates or finishes a that needs to contribute to the de- cisions that are made,” says Petrie. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 7 CAMPUS NEWS Kids and school a juggling act were women. By Corin Wilson “It’s tough, but it’s worth it,” said Chronicle Staff Legere. “I would never change the way things are, because I want to The average student has to give my son the best life possible.” juggle homework, classes, travel Legere was enrolled at Dur- time and studying, but students ham College for the 2007-2008 like Kayla Legere must add a few year, but was unable to attend be- extra things to the list. cause she got pregnant. She feels The 21-year-old single mother lucky and relieved to be back at is also a first-year student in the school after two years off. Public Relations program. She understands that as hard While staying on top of all the as the next three years will be, it normal schoolwork, she has to is important to get a good educa- worry about diapers, teething tion. and daycare hours. A study out of the University Legere’s son, 18-month-old of Maryland reported that single Owen, just started daycare this mothers who attended post sec- September, and she said it is ondary school were able to land hard to focus in class while she higher paying jobs. This results is thinking about what her son is in a closer relationship between doing there. mother and child, as the mother When it is time to do home- has more free time at home. work, she said Owen is always a Also, workers at the Valley big distraction. Farm Daycare in Pickering said She dedicates five or six hours they have noticed an increase in a day to taking care of her baby. mothers returning to school over She must fit this in between the past two or three years. They her homework and other needs. said it is not uncommon for a “When he is in bed at night, mother to drop off her child and that’s when I really finally get to head to school. wind down.” Photo by Corin Wilson A single mother can learn a lot Having people to lean on is IT’S STORY TIME: Kayla Legere takes time out of her busy day to play with son of valuable lessons by returning key in balancing all the aspects Owen. Legere is a 21-year-old single mother and first-year student in the Public to school, like responsibility, time of her life, Legere said. She is the Relations program. management and organizational only parent raising her son, but skills. she has a group of close friends It can be a challenge for wom- and family willing to help when- number of hours she spends tak- The CBC reported that in 2007, only had one parent. en to raise children while they are ever needed. ing care of Owen would drasti- one out of every four families in As well, out of those families, in school, but it is a challenge that Without that support, the cally increase, she said. the Toronto region with children 83 per cent of the single parents will pay off greatly in the end. Humane Society rises from ashes

“I won’t talk any more about By Miranda Roach that part of life. I didn’t want to go Chronicle Staff down there. In fact, I’ve never gone back there again,” she said. The phoenix is a mythical bird The turnout wasn’t as large as that lived for 500 years, died, and the society had anticipated, but came back in another life to start many familiar supporters came over. That’s what the Durham Re- with their pets, and a few fresh fac- gion Humane Society refers to it- es were spotted in the crowd. self as – phoenix rising. Former Durham College stu- After months of searching for dent Nate Reinert attended the properties, the DRHS finally owns service with his three-legged dog a piece of land to rebuild its shelter CJ: a dog he had adopted from the on. shelter. Fire destroyed the original shel- “I had been volunteering at the ter back in December. The cause shelter, walking CJ for about four is still unknown, due to extensive to five months. I was in total disbe- damage. lief when I heard the news.” Unfortunately, most of the ani- The Durham Region Humane mals were lost in the fire. Only a Society is still operating out of the few were rescued. temporary warehouse located at A small group gathered for the 79 Taunton Rd. W., where they shelter’s memorial, July 12, at the have more animals in care than corner of Wentworth Street and they had at the time of the fire. William Smith Drive in Whitby, Money for the shelter will be the property where the new Dur- raised with fundraisers and events ham Region Humane Society the society holds every year. One shelter will be built. in particular is the Buy a Brick The hour-long service was very Foundation. It’s $100 to buy a brick emotional, leaving shelter man- for the new shelter, in memory of a ager Ruby Richards all choked up, loved one, individual or pet. Forms and president Karen Martens un- are available in the Durham Re- able to speak. gion Humane Society newsletter Photo by Miranda Roach Although it was a windy, over- online. cast day, compassion and empa- A SOLEMN AND REFLECTIVE MOMENT: Durham Region Humane Society president Even though some things didn’t thy could be seen on all faces. Karen Martens (left) and manager Ruby Richards share a tearful moment during a go as planned, Richards and Mar- “This is a special occasion for all memorial service held at the site where the new Humane Society is to be built. tens were pleased with the service, of us, we’ve waited almost seven considering the short notice. months to do this until the time The new shelter will cost $1.5 was right,” said Richards between landowners of the property July Martens came up with the idea legally theirs. The purpose of the 1. They knew the land was com- to hold the service at the rebuild memorial wasn’t to focus on the million to build, and the society sobs. is hoping to have it ready by next The society became official ing but paperwork and soil testing location but thought it was appro- tragedy, but to show a sign of mov- needed to be finished. priate to wait until the land was ing forward for the future. summer. 8 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS DC and Campus Church kicks off UOIT “I came here to have fellowship Full social and get to know people who have the same faith,” said 18-year-old career Emily Ohshimo, a first-year Nurs- ing student. “They are people who calender are there when you need them.” Shannakay Lee agreed. “I get fair the greatness of being with people planned I can relate to,” said the 21-year-old By Cait Hoock Nursing student. Chronicle Staff By Norm Belyea But Nadeau put it best when Chronicle Staff he said, “We’re a Christian club Get ready students, the because this campus needs an en- annual Career and Education If the people who attended counter with God.” With furrowed Fair is headed this way. Campus Church kick-off Sept. 17 brow he added, “Our vision is to On Oct. 20, Durham Col- are any indication, then God is a bring the fullness, purpose and lege and UOIT students will cool and happening dude. About truth of God to touch every life.” have an opportunity to meet 100 students showed up for the Later, the message on the over- with organizational repre- event, which was meant to en- head screen behind him echoed sentatives to explore career courage fellowship and introduce his sentiments. In bold script was options and learn more about people to Jesus Christ. To be sure, the Campus Church’s evangelism their chosen fields. The event the air bristled with enthusiasm as vision statement, which read: “To will take place in the Oshawa students laughed and chatted gai- have a love and passion for those campus gym from 11 a.m. to ly beneath a ceiling festooned with who are broken and lost on our 3 p.m. rainbow streamers and brightly own campus.” The Career and Education coloured balloons. To that effect, Campus Church Fair is a professional event, so Campus Church president Josh has plans for pizza night get-to- a student’s wardrobe should Nadeau, a fourth-year UOIT stu- gethers, bowling, prayer groups, reflect the theme. Students dent majoring in Physics, kicked Bible studies, a Christmas toy should bring a pen and note- things off with a laidback prayer, drive and ministry to single moms, pad, a list of questions for the talking to God as to a casual friend. and even a service scheduled to recruiters and many copies The prayer was followed by a scav- Photo by Norm Belyea be held at E.P. Taylor’s Sept. 27. to of a resume. enger hunt around the school introduce people to Jesus. Monica Aggarwal, co- campus. PARTY IN PEACE: Third-year Nursing student Kailey Nadeau finished the event with ordinator for Hired Career Afterwards, the church doled Bruce rests on a tombstone of Napier’s Bones in front a closing prayer, grinning as he Services, said there are three out prizes to the winners before of the Gordon Willey Building. Bruce was one of many added, “The turnout was incred- main types of organizations students should know for this everyone launched into a rous- students participating in the Campus Church scavenger ible, and we’ll see what God’s got hunt. year’s event: employers, pro- ing session of praise and worship in store for the upcoming year.” fessional associates and grad singing. The tunes they were sing- For more information on Cam- that could rival anything contem- dents chatted some more while schools. ing were upbeat and catchy, not porary on the radio. The whole sipping beverages and noshing on pus Church events, go to www. campuschurch.ca. “Research those organiza- at all drab and conservative like while, faces beamed amid yips a dizzying array of snacks. Clearly tions and schools that relate some church gatherings, music and catcalls. And afterwards, stu- this crowd likes to party. to your career aspirations or area of study ahead of time,” said Aggarwal. “Come dressed for success and be Oshawa to Peterborough a GO prepared to approach repre- sentatives, smile and shake hands.” Students can also make an appointment with a Hired Route to Career Services adviser. Ag- garwal encourages students to do this since resumes and link Trent, questions can be polished ahead of time. Oshawa campus Facts to

By Geoffrey Gooden Chronicle Staff GO A new mode of public transpor- t
An adult single tation between Oshawa and Peter- fare costs $11.45 borough is now available. between Peterbor- GO bus service was intro- ough and Oshawa duced on Sept. 5 and provides 10 and $16.25 be- tween Peterbor- trips daily in each direction on ough and Union weekdays and six trips per day Photo by Geoffrey Gooden Station. on weekends and holidays. The bus stops at Trent University, the IT’S GO TIME: The new Peterborough to Oshawa to Toronto route will help out stu- t
One GO Bus can Peterborough bus terminal and dents wishing to travel between the two campuses. Ridership for the new service has replace 50 cars. two Peterborough area Park-and- exceeded Go Transit’s expectations. Rides, then it connects with the t
Approximately 55 GO trains at Oshawa GO station. million riders use Unlike some GO Bus routes, “This new GO bus service pro- Thomas added that the re- instead of driving.” the GO annually. the Durham College/UOIT U- vides better links between Peter- sponse from GO Transit custom- Thomas said there was an aver- Pass does not provide a discount borough and Toronto, making ers has been very positive and the age of about 70 passengers each t
GO Transit cur- for travel between Oshawa and it easier for commuters to get to ridership figures for the first 10 day for Saturday, Sunday and La- rently serves an their destinations,” said Thomas. days of service were within their bour Day Monday on the open- 8,000-square kilo- Peterborough. However, students metre area, which can save by buying a student 10- “It also eases some of the conges- expectations. ing weekend of service. Ridership tion on the highway and then this “The ridership for this new bus increased throughout the rest of is increasing to in- ride pass for $93.50 or a student clude the Niagara monthly pass for $274. new bus really allows us to meet service has met our expectations the week with 60 passengers on customer demands, attract new and we are very pleased with the Tuesday, 119 on Wednesday, 128 region and other GO Transit spokesperson Van- areas outside the essa Thomas says the service not riders and give people an alterna- positive feedback we have been on Thursday and 167 on Friday. Greater Toronto only provides more options for tive to driving. One of our buses receiving from our customers,” she GO Transit expects that rider- and Hamilton ar- commuters but it also helps the takes about 50 cars off the road so said. “Our customers are pleased ship will continue to steadily in- eas. environment. it’s also really good for the environ- that there is a new way to travel be- crease on that route over the next ment.” tween Peterborough and Toronto, 15 years. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 9 CAMPUS NEWS How free is a smoke-free campus?

resources to enforce that expec- Despite rules, tation. There isn’t enough will of the organization both at the top of the ladder and within our stu- smokers still dent body,” said Roger. He said the problem is also one of attitude puffing too toward smoking so close to the building. “It hasn’t gotten to the point close to doors where in our environment, the campus environment, it’s uniform- By Jeremy Eeuwes ly considered socially unaccept- Chronicle Staff able to smoke within 10 metres of an entrance. And all the enforce- The campus smoking policy ment in the world, even if we dou- has been a problem for the school bled our enforcement, probably since it was implemented in No- wouldn’t change that too much.” vember of 2006. This is why Roger and joint The policy states that smoking health and safety committee have is prohibited within 10 metres of had discussions about making the any entrance to prevent smoke campus tobacco-free entirely, not from entering the building, as well just smoke-free. However, they as protect non-smokers from sec- haven’t completely given up on Photo by Jeremy Eeuwes ond-hand smoke. visual cues. Various tactics have been test- There has been a line painted at SMOKING WHERE THEY PLEASE: With no one enforcing the 10-metre rule, and some ed to try to get students to smoke the alleyway outside the cafeteria of the butt stops being closer to the building than 10 metres, students and staff alike more than 10 metres from the at the Willey building. smoke wherever they please. doors, but Dave Roger, health and The line signifies how far stu- safety officer for Durham College, dents need to be to comply with place to smoke. When there’s a is relatively new based on what we while at the same time they will believes it isn’t just a problem of regulations. visual reminder I think it’s more tried as an experiment last year.” also be considering limiting smok- signage and visual cues. “On casual observance,” Roger effective at getting people aware The health and safety commit- ing areas within the school and “The problem is, in our envi- said, ”It seems to be enough to re- of what the compliance expecta- tee may recommend implement- considering a completely tobacco- ronment, there are not enough mind people that this is the proper tion is. This is an observation that ing this strategy at other locations; free campus. Driving strike may be driving people out

take their written and visual By Sarah Taylor test on to graduate to the next Chronicle Staff level of their licence. “ I’m now on an extended li- The month-long strike of cence,” said Nick Ringham, 21, a driving examiners is having a Durham student. “ If I’m unsuc- huge effect on Ontario drivers cessful when I am able take my waiting to get their driver’s li- road test, I’ll have to restart the cence. whole process of my driver’s li- On Aug. 21 the union went cence again.” on strike after talks between Without his licence, Ring- the union representatives and ham says that he will be unable Serco DES Inc. broke down. to work, as he is required to Serco DES Inc. is a private have a vehicle for his job. company that the former Con- Serco has estimated that servative government contract- almost 4,000 Ontario drivers Photo by Andrew Santos ed to provide driver examina- every day are being affected by tion services in Ontario. They this strike. are in the sixth year of their 10- COUNTRY STYLE GRAND OPENING: President of Country Style Rick Martens (left) The strike has also affected year contract. cuts the cake while (left to right) Director of Campus Services Deborah Kinkaid, Unit the 55 full-time DriveTest loca- Jim Young, president of the Manager Catriona Byk, General Manager Carolyn Croft and Country Style Represen- tions and 38 occasionally open United Steelworkers Local tative Geraldine Merkley watch, enthusiastic about this new addition to our campus. centres in Ontario, and there 9511, says the union is disgrun- are no talks going on. tled over dwindling hours and Young says that they are unsatisfactory job protection. looking for the public’s sup- “What’s at stake here is qual- port in this situation, and wants ity service for driving examina- Ontario drivers to contact their tions, so the public are safe on New Country Style opens MPP, Serco and the Ministry Ontario’s roads,” said Young. of Transportation to get Serco The strike has resulted in On- Country Style Bistro and Deli tons, Martens had no worries back to the bargaining table. By Andrew Santos tario residents being unable to Chronicle Staff replaces Williams Coffee Pub, about competition. which closed at the end of May “We think our customers and Students and staff can now look this year. our products stick up well to Tim Drive test fast facts forward to a wider variety of coffee Country Style President Rick Hortons,” he said. and food selections on campus. Martens was on hand to kick off Chartwells General Manager Serco got the contract from the MTO in Sep- Students, staff, faculty and festivities. Liz McKay was thrilled about hav- tember 2003 for $114 million guests were on hand for the grand He was excited about the new ing Country Style join Chartwells. Serco is in year six of a 10-year contract. space. “The space is warm and “It’s great. The signage is bright opening of Country Style Bistro The strike doesn’t affect drivers with their welcoming,” Martens said. “We and the program is good,” McKay and Deli on Sept. 16. Country full G licence who just need to renew it after love being here and we’re really said. Style officially opened its doors to the five-year expiration date the campus Aug. 31. excited to be on campus.” Menu offerings at Country Martens said he’s committed to Style compared to Williams Cof- Police, border officials and licensing au- Between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., pa- thorities across North America have been trons were treated to complimen- making the new location a place fee Pub have been greatly ex- where people can get a real coffee panded. Country Style now offers informed of the strike, because drivers will tary sandwiches, muffins, prizes be possessing extended licences. and coupons. A cake laced with shop experience. Patrons can sit all-day breakfast.Country Style down, talk, study and work with can be found in the South Wing of Class M and AZ driving examinations have doughnuts was cut in honour of also been suspended. the occasion. their laptops. Durham College’s Gordon Willey When compared to Tim Hor- building. 10 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS

War Prepare of rock for and dinner launch By Josh Wilkins Chronicle Staff with the Throw on your mullet and grab a guitar for a chance to get some cash, some Kraft Riot Dinner and maybe a concert. TD Bank’s “Pump it Up” By Justine event went on outside the Hilderbrand Chronicle Staff Student Centre, where stu- dents could vote for the chance to hold a concert at If you don’t already have Durham College and UOIT. plans for Sept. 30, Riot Radio The bank will have K-OS, is hosting its beginning of the The Stills and the DJ Girltalk year Launch Pub Night at E.P. making three performances Taylor’s on Wednesday. across the country; one in The event starts at 9 and Eastern Canada, one in Cen- will end at 1 a.m. tral Canada and one in West- Much like most pub ern Canada for the schools nights, this event is 19-plus that receive the most votes in Photo by Sarah Golan and Music Business Man- their part of the country. A DAY WITH MUSIC: Guest speakers Kim Clarke Champniss (left) and Benjamin agement (MBM) student, Votes from the 41 partici- Boles from Now Magazine speak to the Music Business Management class. Drew Hale, will be the mas- pating schools will be tallied ter of ceremonies. Graham in mid-October, after which Wilcox, another second-year the performance dates will MBM student, assures Hale be decided. has presence and creativity “To celebrate the fact that and that Hale’s MC skills put we’re giving away this con- those of ‘80s rap star Flava cert, we just want to have Music students Flav to shame. fun with the students,” said There will be prizes, in- TD Bank representative cluding the exceptionally Josh Diamond. “We know flattering Riot Radio T-shirts, it’s the beginning of the year, good music and dancing. So stress-free, no exams, so we learn how to rock! come out and enjoy a night of erybody’s television screens. thought: hey, why not come By Sarah Golan fun with your very own cam- Chronicle Staff “This idea of getting through the marketplace is pus radio station! onto campus, and give away what the record companies are after,” Champniss some Kraft Dinner?” said. “Why go around and try and get 10 people talk- “Rock ‘n’ roll at its best will make you laugh, make Participating students ing about your artist when you can gain access to one you cry, make you dance, make you sing along. It can could race to throw on a clas- market such as television and 100 people get to see change worlds, can change your lives. But if you don’t sic rock combo of a mullet, you?” promote, something terrible will happen. Nothing.” a leather jacket and a gui- In 1976 one event broke through in the United That was a piece of advice Kim Clarke Champniss tar and strike a pose for the Kingdom when the Sex Pistols appeared on The Bill The polls offered the students of Music Business Management camera to grab as much Kraft Grundy talk show. After that episode the Sex Pistols at Durham College Friday, Sept. 18. Dinner as they could with became one of the biggest bands in the UK at the time Champniss explained how he came to work in the are open, one hand. and the UK punk scene took over rock ‘n’ roll. rock ‘n’ roll business for 30 years and how originality Money was also being “And now in the 21st century it’s the Internet hitting is key to finding a way to making it to the top. given away in the form of billions of people,” said Champniss. “Now you can While guest speaker, Benjamin Boles from Now who’s your $50 going to an account if a create a buzz about yourself over the Internet and its Magazine explains what labels or bands must do to student decided to open an creativity sparking people’s imagination, and they in attract the people’s attention to the musician or event. account with TD Bank or had turn are emailing other people, posting the link.” favourite “One thing that has been common throughout my an existing one. Benjamin Boles came into the music industry career and my fascination with the music industry Students starting a new about 8½ years ago. Working for Now Magazine, is creativity,” says Champniss. “Where does it come prof? account didn’t have to pay his job title is music co-ordinator/writer, otherwise from? What is it? How does it occur? Creativity is start-up fees as long as they known as music editor. not just with the artists but with the managers them- By Kaitlyn Anne could prove they are attend- One of his biggest jobs is opening the mail. selves: how creative they are at promoting the prod- Kondrachuk ing school. “Every day a pile of CDs come in, some from labels, uct, publicizing it, and the PR (public relation) agents Chronicle Staff some from the bands themselves,” Boles explains. “In as well, how they stage it.” all honesty, I don’t look at all the labels that come in To get anywhere in the music industry, the artist And Ontario’s Best Lec- unless I’m like looking for something specific.” needs go out, shake hands, meet the reporters and turer is… If he does find something, he will pass it off to free- fans and promote themselves. Get ready students. Here’s Have a safe lancers. It doesn’t matter what the envelope looks like For publicity, it’s finding a way for people such as your chance to help Durham on the outside. Boles said that he just wants to know Benjamin Boles to write about your artist or event. College get the school’s name campus trip what’s inside. Also, do not send a lot of paper; one But also, it’s the event itself. It’s finding a way to attract out there by nominating one page, maybe double-sided, is good enough. the public’s attention to the event or artist. of this campus’s professors Boles explained that to get his attention, use bold By Miranda Roach “You’ve got to try to be far more original but you’ve as the best lecturer in On- Chronicle Staff type for points of interest and names like a big record got to also be original in your PR events and your tario. In 2007, UOIT profes- producer because chances he’s not going to read publicity and your stance because that’s what makes sor Christopher diCarlo got every word. Also, show and highlight important ex- Not feeling safe walking it stand out,” said Champniss. “That’s the genius as- the universities name on the amples such as dates of concerts, tours and locations. around campus at night? pect of the approach.” map. “The more you can do to make my life easier, the bet- Fear no more, that’s what the Champniss started off his career in the music busi- Write up a short descrip- ter it is,” he said. Campus Walk Service is for. ness as a student DJ at the University of British Co- tion of 50 to 100 words de- “As much as writing about great music is great, if The Campus Walk Service lumbia and then a DJ at a nightclub during the ‘70s. scribing a professor, and how you’re just a rock band you need to find a better way is designed to accompany Afterwards, he went to Toronto to be with Much Mu- they have stood out from the of telling me that,” says Boles. “You need to find a larg- students, staff and visitors to sic as the news guy, and later on hosted the midnight rest. er story, something that sets you aside from the pack. their vehicles or any of the show City Limits. In the early ‘90s Much Music had All nominations for the There are going to be 20 other bands that sound kind campus buildings upon re- Champniss down to America to launch Much Music 2010 Big Ideas Best Lecturer of like you do.” quest. USA. are accepted until Oct. 12 for Boles said Much Music and MTV don’t really play Service members can Then in the 21st century Much Music started man- TVO’s Best Lecturer Compe- enough music videos any more like they used to. be identified wearing vests aging bands. Champniss managed a band in New- tition. Much Music used to be like the new radio but now that say Campus Walk on market called Serial Joe, the youngest band to play Go to the Durham College it is the Internet that has become the new television. the back. Walks are available at Woodstock 1999. Afterwards, he continued with site and click on personal an- “At the end of the day we want to be writing about Monday, Tuesday and Thurs- other jobs throughout the music and television scene nouncement. something we’re excited about,” he said. “I want to day 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and till this day. Click on Nominate your fa- write about what readers want to read but also want Wednesday and Friday 8 p.m. Through the 1940s and into the 1950s, during the vourite prof - Durham Col- to be giving them something we haven’t been writing to midnight. Contact campus birth of rock ‘n’ roll, radio was the big media. But then lege for more information. about to death that every other paper’s going to be do- security for more informa- television was invented and that became the real at- You could win one of two ing.” tion. traction to exposing the artist by having them on ev- IPod touch prizes. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 11 CAMPUS NEWS Trent students are no mystery There is a GO Transit service, By Leslie Bates as well as a Greyhound bus ser- Chronicle Staff vice between Oshawa and Peter- borough, but no shuttle service for While walking the halls of the students. college campus, you will see stu- “Students have to make their dents wearing backpacks from schedules work,” said Craig Cam- Durham College and UOIT, but eron, academic adviser for Trent. what you don’t see are the stu- The Trent in Oshawa offices dents from Trent University in used to be located in C111, but Oshawa. at the end of last year the office While the school’s main cam- moved over to the Simcoe Build- pus is located in Peterborough, ing. This was to help with the ever- Trent has been at the Durham growing school. College campus for 35 years. It has At the Oshawa campus alone, full- and part-time courses in nine there are more than 900 student degree programs. and 80 faculty members and has a “I picked Trent in Oshawa be- student-to-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. cause it had the program I want- While some students and the ed,” said fourth-year Sociology stu- faculty may like being in the Sim- dent Katie Cameron. coe Building, Katie Cameron does Some students may also not. choose Trent because of its loca- “It’s much more isolated. I liked tion. Instead of having to spend being incorporated with Durham the money for travelling to and College and UOIT because it had from Peterborough, students can more of a campus feel to it,” she easily take a bus from home to said. “The Simcoe Building is usu- school. ally fairly empty and doesn’t seem “It was local,” Cameron said. “I to have much going on.” wanted to get an education but Other than having access to save money by living at home.” the college’s library and computer Students who want to study commons, students at Trent in Os- at Trent in Oshawa but find that hawa can now buy Trent clothing some of the courses they want are at the campus bookstore. From offered only in Peterborough, can Photo by Leslie Bates sweaters to pants, Trent students take advantage of the school’s of- MAPPING OUT THE FUTURE: Melissa Baldeo, third-year Psychology and English stu- can now buy merchandise to fer of a combination of studying in proudly declare where they go to dent at Trent, stands happily by a map of the classroom locations for Trent students. Oshawa and Peterborough. school. The one downfall to this is that are working on it,” Craig Cameron So the next time you’re walking person is from Durham College As for more signage around students must find their own way said. “It is something we are inter- down the hall and you look on ei- or UOIT. They may just be from the campus advertising Trent, “We back and forth. ested in.” ther side of you, don’t assume that Trent. Mobile learning revamped Win a

By Corin Wilson take longer to get it fixed. shopping Chronicle Staff In cases where laptops are kept for an extended time, a loaner is The Durham College/UOIT given. spree at Mobile Learning program is im- The number of loaner laptops, proving its services this year, with or the service fleet, is limited, but a new co-ordinator spearheading Harris hopes to fix that. the changes. “There are a lot more students the book Martin Harris is the new pro- on campus this year than last year, gram co-ordinator this year and so we have ordered more ma- has already begun making some chines as needed,” Harris said. store improvements to mobile learning. When it comes to technicians, By Cait Hoock He said he knows students have Harris is trying to find more peo- Chronicle Staff not had positive thoughts towards ple that are certified in both Mac the program in the past, and he and Lenovo. Two minutes can win you plans to change that. Sometimes temporary staff is a shopping spree at the Cam- Harris believes the most crucial called in when full-time techni- pus Bookstore. issue that needs improvement is cians are backed up or it is a busy Whether you’re a full-time communication. time of year. For example, extra or part-time first year student “I am really trying to commu- technicians were needed when at Durham College, you have nicate with students,” said Harris. school began. the chance to win a $500 gift “They need to understand what Harris has replaced the previ- card for the Durham College they are getting into and know ous co-ordinator, Junior Groves. Bookstore. All you have to what they can get out of it.” Harris was happy to fill the posi- do is complete a self-identi- Feedback from students is im- tion, and feels very confident that fication survey, designed to portant to him. he can take the program is a good provide the staff at the book- Harris said students are very direction. Over the next few years, store with more information open to giving their opinions Harris hopes that the Mobile to serve you better, and you about the program, and he uses Learning program will continue will automatically be entered that to try to meet their needs to benefit students, as well as run- into the draw. more effectively. ning smoothly and hassle-free. He But don’t wait until it’s too “Even in the hallways, students is open to suggestions and feed- late. The survey is only avail- stop me to discuss mobile learn- back at any time. able until Sept. 30. Students ing, and any issues they may have,” Harris knows that the program can enter online through the said Harris. is not 100 per cent foolproof, and Durham College website. Some of the biggest feedback there will always be students with Simply log onto MyCampus Photo by Corin Wilson unique situations in which the from students is in regards to wait CONNECTING WITH STUDENTS: Martin Harris is happy and browse the Student In- program does not work well for formation section. times at the help desk. Harris has with his new position in mobile learning and helping the improved this in two ways. He them. There is a link at the bot- has put some more technicians many students on campus with their laptop needs. He deals with those issues on tom of the page. an individual basis. For more information, to work in the learning commons, time-consuming to students also. usually a backlog of repairs. As for most mobile learning visit institutional research@ as well as creating lineups specifi- Harris said that because of the Most repairs are simple or students, he believes the program durhamcollege.ca cally dedicated to password resets. large number of students in mo- basic, but depending on what is Repairs can be frustrating and is very beneficial, especially with bile learning programs, there is wrong with the laptop, it could recent advances. 12 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS She’s not wiggin’ out Police Durham pledge grad battles for a breast cancer By Cait Hoock cure Chronicle Staff By Kait Nienhuis Until she lets her hair down Chronicle Staff in the backseat of a convertible, Trudie Zavadovics, a Durham Col- Heads will be shaved on lege grad, looks like a woman who Oct. 3 when Cops for Cancer knows a thing or two about hair comes to the Pickering Town styling. But one big gust of wind Centre. and all is revealed. She is tackling Volunteers from the Dur- breast cancer head-on and wears ham Regional Police and her wigs like an everyday acces- emergency services will par- sory. ticipate in this annual fund- Wigs and hair wraps may not raiser for the Canadian Can- appeal to most women cancer cer Society. patients, but Zavadovics couldn’t Photo by Cait Hoock Community members be more proud of her wide array HEAD STRONG: Cancer patient Trudie Zavadovics shows off her wigs with pride. can participate in Cops for of trendy wigs and wraps. From Cancer, as it’s a pledge-based funky to sophisticated and glam, event. she’s got a wig for every day of the she said. “I’m still me, even though Adam for stepping up. He was a said. “You have to be able to be Donations will help fund week to suit her mood. this disease has infiltrated my real force of positive energy, she yourself, especially in key relation- cancer research and support And while most women wait body.” said. ships.” programs for people suffer- with dread for the day their hair A while ago, when Zavadovics Zavadovics was in an intimate And what about the wigs – the ing from the disease. starts to fall out, Zavadovics had was at the hospital receiving treat- relationship for seven years, but one accessory that made it easy Cops for Cancer started in other plans. She called her hair ment, a 14-year-old girl caught when she was diagnosed things for Zavadovics to cope and feel 1994 and is now a country- stylist over to shave it off. her attention. She was a cancer changed. It was hard for the two of like a woman – will she tuck them wide event. To date, Cops All this concern about hair patient too, and was refusing treat- them to communicate and she felt away win the closet or continue to for Cancer has helped raise seems superficial when faced with ment from the doctor. “I watched her partner couldn’t deal with the wear them? more than $32.8 million. a cancer diagnosis, but it is really her and my heart broke for her,” reality of the situation, like seeing Living with cancer, she’s incor- Those wishing to partici- pate in their local Cops for significant, said Zavadovics. Ev- she said. “I wanted to tell her that her bald. She found it hard to be porated the wigs into her lifestyle Cancer event can register on- erything she did was with one pur- even though this is shit, you’ve got herself in the relationship. by necessity and if she chooses line at www.copsforcancer. pose, to take charge. to fight for yourself.” “If people or relationships to wear the wigs down the road, it ca. “If I’m not going to have hair, it According to a 2009 Canadian aren’t working for you then you will be by choice. will be on my terms,” she said. Cancer Statistics report, breast need to distance yourself,” she “I’ve always loved wigs,” she The last thing Zavadovics want- cancer continues to be the num- sed was to be a victim. Rather than ber one cancer among Canadian letting the cancer control her, her women, with 22,700 cases expect- mentality was that she was con- ed this year. The Pink trolling the disease. However, the report also “I don’t want to lose the essence showed that female breast cancer of who I am,” she said. death rates have declined more Ladies So when her hair stylist and than 30 per cent since 1986, from close friend, Suzie Cooke, came to 32 to 22 per 100,000. By Cait Hoock her house with a razor in one hand Chronicle Staff and flowers in the other, there was Diagnosed last November, Za- no turning back. Zavadovics knew vadovics endured months of treat- On Oct. 4, think pink and this had to be done if she was go- ment and rounds of chemothera- run. ing to be realistic and fight the dis- py. Though the tumor cleared in The Canadian Breast ease with a positive attitude. August, the fight doesn’t stop here. Cancer Foundation CIBC And that’s exactly how she Months of radiation and healing Run for the Cure is the larg- handled the situ- are ahead, and she est single-day volunteer- ation. She wore I watched her is still coping with based fundraiser in Canada. makeup and turned the side effects of Whether you’re a survivor or the experience into and‘ my heart the chemotherapy. a supporter of the cause, join something fun. Af- broke for her. I She’s lost feeling in thousands of people Sunday her toes and finger- ter analyzing her wanted to tell her on the journey to end breast new hairdo for a few tips. cancer. Proceeds go to breast minutes, Zavadov- that even though Though optimis- cancer research and educa- ics knew she did the this is shit, you’ve tic about her recov- tion programs. right thing. Jokingly, ery, Zavadovics is Run for the Cure began in she said she’s al- got to fight. approaching it with 1992 when a small group of ways wanted curly ’ caution. She knows Toronto volunteers wanted hair anyway, and Trudie Zavadovics the tumor is gone, to create awareness about maybe that’s what but realistically she the disease. More than 1,500 would grow back. knows she won’t be people participated and Cooke said that it was a bizarre totally free from cancer for about raised a successful $85,000. moment as a hairdresser, but Za- five years. Last year, 170,000 people vadovics made it easy for her. Once a week, Zavadovics vol- from 55 communities raised “As a hairdresser you are always unteers to teach yoga at Hearth $28.5 million. unaware of the results, but she was Place to anyone affected by can- This year’s 18th annual unbelievable,” said Cooke. “I felt cer. Established in 1997, Hearth event will take place in 56 that I had to be the positive one Place is a cancer support centre communities across Canada. but she shocked me because she’s where cancer patients and their Kelly Hajnik, media co-ordi- the strong one.” families can come and share sto- nator for the Durham Region, Although Zavadovics physi- ries and discover new ways to says everything is looking cally lost parts of her femininity – cope. She also works locally as a good and there’s one major no hair, no eyebrows, no eyelashes registered Reflexologist, and she addition to this year’s event. and no breast – she maintains her incorporates massage therapy “This year we have a new physical appearance as much as and other energy techniques into survivors tent to welcome possible to keep her feminine and her work. the survivors,” says Hajnik. flamboyant personality. A single parent, Zavadovics “We’re calling it big pink ex- “I work hard at looking normal,” couldn’t be more proud of her son plosions.” The Chronicle September 29, 2009 13 CAMPUS NEWS More ways to stay in shape By Shauna McCarthy flow of movement, so each pose Chronicle Staff has a smooth flow into the next, for example a sun salutation.” Exercise. This is Everett’s second year As winter approaches, the teaching a fitness class on cam- mere thought of it can make pus and she says the turnouts even the best of us cringe. The at the beginning of the year can strict regimes we picked up in range from 20 to thirty 30, then the summer are slowly starting usually shape up to be around 10 to fade with the warm weather. per class. And along with our bikinis go “We always end class with a our nightly jogs and morning meditation, and I find it relieves yoga classes. stress and helps the students feel Getting active and staying more awake.” active should not be reserved The campus flex centre offers for summer only. We work two programs at $70 plus tax or hard enough to get that beach access to all fitness classes for body— so it deserves a little only $10 more. maintenance. Another option is weight Durham College and UOIT training for women. This pro- have teamed up to help stu- gram is designed to meet per- dents turn that seasonal rela- sonal fitness goals and with a tionship with exercise into a maximum 16 participants per lifestyle, offering a multitude of class, there will be no shortage fitness programs. of individual time with instructor Classes ranging from Vin- Judith Russell. yasa Flow Yoga to Power Flex to This program runs to Novem- Spin classes started up Sept. 14 ber and concentrates on muscu- and continue to Dec. 11 at the lar strength and endurance while Campus Athletic Centre. teaching more about nutrition. Trial periods were held the Photo by Shauna McCarthy The spin classes include cy- week of September 14th and cling for varying intervals of time gave students the chance to FLEXIN’ AWAY: Members of the UOIT Ridgebacks keep up their summer bods. on a stationary bike and power join in on the Monday to Friday flex focuses on exercising your classes free of charge. From far left, Josh Sturrock, Jason Fransky and Jon Koch. muscles. Fatema Abdulhusein was With these options, plus un- among those who took up the limited access to the gym facili- offer, and gave Vinyasa yoga a rest of the year,” says the third this class similar. non Everett explains, basically ties with a student ID card, there shot. year UOIT biological science The word Vinyasa means each movement is a transition is no excuse for letting those run- “The class went great, I will student. Abdulhusein said she breath- synchronized move- into the next. ning shoes gather dust. definitely be signing up for the took yoga last year and found ment and as instructor Shan- “This type of yoga allows for a Third annual Bras for the Cause

on a mannequin, the piece is wel- comed.” Silent To raise money for the breast cancer assessment centre at Lak- eridge Health Oshawa, the bras auction will be auctioned off in a silent auction at the dinner dance at To- sca Banquet Hall and Conference to raise Centre on Nov. 13. The Gala of Hope was first held in 2004 by two sisters, Heather Griffith and Robin Lea Young, as a money and way to raise a little money in sup- port of breast cancer research. Their aim was to help other awareness women and their families so they would not have to endure the pain and trauma of breast cancer By Ashley Smith diagnosis. In their first year they Chronicle Staff were able to donate $18,000 to the Canadian Breast Cancer Founda- Fashion gurus pegged viva- tion, and to date have raised over cious reds, warm olives and crisp $130,000. chromes as the colours of the sea- MacLeod said she was excited son, but here in Durham Region, to get involved with this cause all we are seeing is pink. three years ago because META4 The third annual Bras for the is owned by women and she real- Cause exhibit kicked off back in ized how important it was to sup- August at META4 Contemporary port a cause that has affected so Craft Gallery in Port Perry and many women and their families. will continue its parade through- “The combination of creativity out Breast Cancer Awareness Photo by Jennifer Hardie and art and the fact that it is so rel- Month, making a stop at the Os- evant to woman makes this cause hawa Centre on Oct. 17 and fi- SEXY, SUPPORTIVE, TO BE SILENTLY AUCTIONED: Here are some of the latest styles special to us,” said MacLeod. nally settling at the Gala of Hope from this year’s collection of Bras for the Cause. Stop by the Oshawa Centre Pink Martini dinner dance in No- on Saturday, Oct. 17 to view the exhibit, vote for your favourite vember. supporters of the cause. sion, said META4 owner Birgitta the show and with breast cancer and make a donation or contact This year the Bras for the Although local artists in Dur- MacLeod. in mind,” said MacLeod. “As long [email protected] to buy Cause collection consists of 14 ham Region create the majority “The only reason a submission as it meets the requirements of tickets to the Pink Martini dinner beautifully unique and quirky of the pieces, anyone can and is would be turned away is if it was being self-supporting, able to be dance. pieces created by local artists and encouraged to make a submis- not done tastefully, in the spirit of hung on a hanger or be displayed 14 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS Planning helps students conserve cash for school school.” By Adriana Pacheco She said that while it can sometimes be Chronicle staff hard to do, she will usually take 50 to 75 per cent of her paycheck and put it in her sav- When it comes to saving money there ings account. are many ways that students can use, but Finding a good bank that offers a variety the best way seems to be a solid financial of plans can be an asset to saving money as plan. well. “I have a separate bank account called Banks such as the Royal Bank of Cana- money master,” says Krysia Chicwierz a da and TD offer plans for students that in- student studying at the college. clude things like 25 free debit transactions Chicwierz says this plan has worked out a month, as well as free access to online extremely well for her over the years. banking, in an effort to help students save “I put money in my account and can’t money. touch it. It’s separate from my debit ac- Jessica Hughes is an account executive count so I can’t withdraw money from it.” for Money Concepts, a branch of the Inves- Montana Smith, also studying at Dur- ta Financial services, here in Oshawa. ham College, says she thinks it’s impor- She says she always advises her clients tant for students to have a financial plan of to stick to a simple budget. some sort, but that there are also little ways “While it is hard for students, if there is that can be used to save money. money available to save I suggest a tax-free “The things I do to save money are if I savings account. This provides liquidity have loose change I save that. Eventually, and no tax consequences,” says Hughes. when I have enough of it I get it cashed Hughes also says that if borrowing is re- in and throw it in my bank account,” said quired students should seek low-cost stu- Photo by Adriana Pacheco Smith. dent rate financing and that they should try LET THE PIGGY BANK GET ITS FILL: Saving spare change is just one of “I cut back on spending my money on to keep at least three months expenses in a many ways students can extend their finances further. things that I don’t need and spend it wise- money market account or savings account ly on things that I do need, especially for if possible. Off-campus savings made easy Wednesday discount of 10 per tween 10 and 15 per cent of the re- cent. tail price on products from stores Local Taco Bell offers a 20 per cent like Aeropostale, Bench, 1850 and discount on Thursdays. Bluenotes. It also saves you money On campus, every student’s at Pizza Pizza, Harvey’s and A&W. businesses central hub for food and fun, the For an extensive list of student local pub, E.P. Taylor’s, offers great discounts in the Oshawa area visit daily deals, including Toonie Tues- the Durham College/UOIT Stu- help days, which features menu items dent Association website. like a burger and fries for only $2.25. You can also save money on the students things you need that don’t include your hunger. Salon Artis located at 1 Warren find ways Ave. has a deal for students offer- ing a free cut and style with any colour or highlights. to save Salon Artis owner Carlota Mor- gan says this is the second year By Justin Bourne they will host the deal and last year Chronicle Staff she doesn’t think anyone took ad- vantage. It’s the beginning of another “We want to help them, right?” school year and that means for She says of last year “I don’t think many students, particularly first- we did anyone.” She expects a lack year students, immense amounts of knowledge about the offer is to of money are being spent. blame for the lack of enthusiasm Books, along with tuition and for her student discount. ancillary costs such as the gym You can also save your money membership and UPass are only a by purchasing a Student Price fraction of the real cost of going to Card online or from any one of school, especially if you are mov- the many retailers who sell them, ing away from home to attend a including Shoppers Drug Mart, college or university. for $8.50. The card saves you be- There are ways, however, to save some of your hard-earned, OSAP-obtained, or parentally gift- Photo byJustin Bourne ed money. ARTFULLY STYLED HAIR FOR FREE: Christie Snodgrass When looking for a bite to eat and salon owner Carlota Morgan give students free try checking out Shoeless Joes at 33 Taunton Rd. W., not far from haircuts and styling at Artis Salon. campus towards downtown. They offer 15 per cent off every- nights and 2 a.m. on Friday and located on Taunton Road, is giving thing on the menu (except alcohol Saturday. students a 10 per cent discount of course) when you show your For individuals craving some- on everything in store, except sale student ID. thing a little more sweet or sour items, on Wednesdays. They are open until 1 a.m. most or chocolaty, the Bulk Barn, also Wimpy’s Diner also offers a The Chronicle September 29, 2009 15 CAREER & EDUCATION FAIR

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 Identify those organizations you want to approach and  Be open to new possibilities; career opportunities can research them ahead of time. come from unlikely sources and apparently unrelated networking contacts.  Prepare relevant questions designed to elicit the information you need to make good career choices.  Bring plenty of updated resumés; customize those for companies of interest.  Know how you will initiate conversation; introduce yourself with your name, major, related skills and experience.  At the fair, pick up business cards or note the names of the representatives you plan to follow up with later.  Make a great impression; dress professionally, network with confidence, smile and firmly shake hands. Book an appointment to polish your resumé hired.mycampus.ca 16 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS The greener the better

feet long. “We had a really successful Students summer,” said Deanna Williams. “It couldn’t have gone any better.” strive for The third yearUOIT Concurrent Education student said it is a sus- tainable development. greener “We want this to carry on from year to year and promote a green- er campus,” said Williams. campus All the vegetables grown have By Stephanie Foden been donated to the Women’s Chronicle Staff Centre Campus Food Centre. The Women’s Centre has distributed The Rotaract club didn’t take a the fresh produce to local food break from helping the commu- banks and the food centre on nity this summer. The youth ver- campus for students that require sion of Rotary through Durham assistance. College, Trent and UOIT built a The garden was maintained vegetable garden on campus over by many Rotaractors who volun- the summer holidays. teered on days they were available Rotaractors constructed the throughout the summer. Some 400-square-foot garden in a field tended to the vegetables once or behind South Village residence in twice a week. The students wa- two days. Beans, leeks, radishes, tered the vegetable garden and weeded it as needed. green onions, lettuce, zucchini, cu- Photo by Angela Heagle cumbers and carrots were grown. “The garden is something that The zucchinis grew as large as two Rotaract can share responsibility of,” said Williams. GREEN IS GOOD: Jeff Erl, a former member of Rotary, shows off the fruits of their labour. Pino’s a home away from home

By Kevin Hall the competition is their fresh in- her own cheese in order to create so fresh,” said Mike Papa, a long- to finish their custom panzerotti. Chronicle Staff gredients, friendly environment, that authentic home-style taste. time customer of Pizza Pino’s. “We’ve had five people in two fair prices and most importantly, Rawdah is adamant about mak- If you make the trip to Pizza years finish it,” said Rawdah. It’s something you have to see their proportions. ing sure she doesn’t skimp on top- Pino’s on 855 Westney Road, make to believe. Seventeen inches of “I make everything from pings. Every topping is cut thick sure you try, and I emphasize try, dough, cheese, meat and veggies scratch, every day,” said Rawdah. and is in every bite. folded in two, making the biggest Her daily routine before opening “I’ve been going there for five panzerotti you can find in Dur- would include prepping the meats years, and the thing I like the most ham, and you can only find it at and vegetables, and even grating is the fresh taste, everything tastes one place. Pizza Pino’s in Ajax is home to the seldom-finished giant panze- rotti, as well as the highest quality pizza, pasta and other cuisine. This gem was even recognized by Breakfast Television under their five best pizza places list back in July. Pizza Pino’s is privately owned, and isn’t as commercialized as most pizza franchises. Despite this, the pizzeria has been around for 22 years, and owner Donna Rawdah is proud of what her little business has accomplished. “This is really a home away from home for me, and for other families,” says Rawdah. The nicely crafted wooden tables, local sport team pictures and friendly service makes you feel like you’re eating in your own dining room. Rawdah is happy that she has created a place where people are excited to bring their families, and wouldn’t risk that through fran- Photo by Kevin Hall chising her business. “A lot of people say to go bigger, YUM PIZZA!!: Donna Rawdah, owner of Pizza Pino’s, but I think once you do that, you proudly poses in the pizzeria she has owned and lose your sincerity.” operated for 22 years. Rawdah prides herself on making her establishment a fam- ily place. She sponsors a num- ber of sports clubs, charities and even has students from Denis O’Connor High School doing co- op work with her to learn how a business is run. With such a big heart, it couldn’t have been easy for the business to last this long with so many differ- ent franchises in the area. Rawdah firmly believes that her leg up on The Chronicle September 29, 2009 17 CAMPUS NEWS Reduce, reuse and retire Hump Day still your clunker for a cause a party Canada’s vehicle recycling pro- verter which is designed to reduce vehicles. at E.P. By Ashley Smith gram Retire Your Ride, officially emissions.” “Our recyclers are set up to Chronicle Staff kicked off in March 2009 and has These older vehicles make up look at the demand of the parts been providing Canadians with one quarter of vehicles driven by and they take any parts off that are Clunk click click click…clunk an opportunity to prac- Canadians usable, besides the engine,” said Taylor’s click click click… tise smart recycling and ...a well-tuned, and can pro- Fletcher. “Generally 80 per cent of People can hear it coming emissions reduction ever pre-1995‘ vehicle duce about a vehicle can be recycled.” a mile away, so it’s no surprise since. half of the Any Canadian can participate if when the owner of that rusty, To date this program is going to be smog form- their vehicle is 1995 or older, is in By Miranda Roach Chronicle Staff noisy, smelly 1995 clunker finally has managed to com- more polluting ing pollutants running condition and has been decides they’ve had enough, it’s pletely retire over 15,000 than a brand new that personal registered and properly insured time to bid old Betsy farewell. But cars from Canadian roads vehicle use for the last six months. Welcome back students wouldn’t it be great if they could and counting, which Hummer. causes. Currently Ford, Hyundai and and welcome back Tradition get something in return for that means over 800 tonnes of Fletcher Chrysler are the manufacturers Wednesdays! crappy yet sentimental hunk of smog forming emissions Steve Fletcher’ stressed this involved in Ontario and they of- It’s that time of year again junk? have been reduced from program is fer incentives of up to $3,000 off a and Durham College is back Well their luck is changing. our environment. emissions brand new vehicle as long as proof in the swing of things at E.P. A not-for-profit organization Managing director of based and not of participation is presented. Taylor’s. Celebrating its 13th dedicated to reducing emissions, the Automotive Recyclers of Can- to be confused with a green house Retire Your Ride has an ambi- year, Wednesday pub nights improving air quality and protect- ada in London, Ont., Steve Fletch- gas strategy. tious goal of retiring 50,000 ve- are still going strong. ing our climate is offering exactly er, said there are probably another “People are often shocked hicles per year until March 2011 Tradition Wednesdays are that. 10,000 vehicles going through the when I say that a well-tuned, pre- and Fletcher believes they will ab- every Wednesday starting at In partnership with The Gov- process of completion at this stage 1995 vehicle is going to be more solutely be able to reach that goal. 9 p.m., hosted by your Stu- ernment of Canada, the Clean and predicts about 60,000 vehicles polluting than a brand new Hum- By recycling your old ride you dent Association. Pub nights Air Foundation and its partners will be retired by the end of the mer,” said Fletcher. “But we’re will be helping to prevent the re- are a 19-plus event with no have come up with an initiative program’s first year. talking about emissions here and lease of toxins into the air and wa- cover for students and $3 for designed to offer vehicle owners “1995 and older vehicles are 19 that’s the truth.” ter and reduce harmful emissions guests. a cash reward of $300 as well as times more polluting than 2004 Retire Your Ride takes older ve- for a cleaner, safer and improved Come out to celebrate, other incentives, to get their high- and newer models,” said Fletcher. hicles off the street and provides environment. hang out with friends and ly-polluting 1995 or older vehicles “The technology they were built owners with incentives, but it is To Retire Your Ride, visit www. have a good time. off the road and into a responsible with was not as modern as they also in place to educate people on retireyourride.ca or call 1-877- vehicle recycling program. are now with the catalytic con- responsible recycling with their 773-1996. 18 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 CAMPUS NEWS A good time with wine By Kait Nienhuis Chronicle Staff

Buying the right wine can be an overwhelming experience for many people, which is why they need someone like Billy Munnelly to help them. Munnelly, a celebrated wine critic, educator and author of best- selling book Billy’s Best Bottles, of- fered tips on buying and enjoying wine at the second annual Cheers wine tasting event in Oshawa. Munnelly said more time should be spent thinking about the atmosphere in which wine is being enjoyed. “There’s no such thing as what’s the best wine. It’s about what mood you’re in,” he said. “It’s about a connection with a time and a place.” If entertaining, Munnelly rec- ommends buying a variety of styles to complement the stages of the event. For example, start Photo by Kait Nienhuis the party with a fresh Sauvignon Blanc. THE WINNER IS...: Wine author Billy Munnelly lends a hand to raffle winner Mariann Dunsmore at the second an- To keep the party going, switch nual Cheers wine testing event held in Oshawa on Sept. 20. to a lively wine like Beaujolais. As the evening winds down, serve a The wine tasting event was registration and supplies. drinkers and thought Munnelly’s “Approach wine the same way you rich wine like Shiraz to mellow the held on Sept. 20 at the Thornton “You need a passion,” said Tere- laid-back, no-nonsense attitude approach everything else.” guests. Dundee Clubhouse and raised sa Dale, key organizer of the event. was a perfect fit. No matter how you swirl it, “Change the wine like you money for the Bascule Bursary. “It adds richness to people’s lives.” “The way he approaches wine is Munnelly said the most important would change the music,” said The Bascule Bursary helps peo- As a wine enthusiast, Dale fun and easy,” said Dale. thing to remember when it comes Munnelly. ple with intellectual disabilities to wanted to make this year’s event “In most situations, you want to enjoying wine is to always be pursue their interests by financing inviting for new or timid wine everyday wine,” said Munnelly. creative and have fun. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 19

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ROCKING OUT: Alexisonfire singer George Pettit sings to an electric and sold-out PUMPING UP THE CROWD: Metric singer Emily Haines crowd at Durham and UOIT’s 2009 campusFest on Sept. 14 at E.P. Taylor’s pub. performs for the largest attendance in campus history. Alexisonfire and Metric rock CampusFest

each other back and forth during On a more unusual note, at one the co-ordinators who had been problems. By Josh Wilkins Metric’s set, managing to bring point Pettit spat water onto bassist planning the concert since May. The concert was supposed to Chronicle Staff down part of the fence and injur- Chris Steele’s face, only for Steele “As soon as we got into office, take place outside the UB building, ing three people in the process. to catch it in his mouth and spit it we set our goals and priorities for but two weeks before the concert, It’s a Tuesday morning – you’re Concert security was forced to back. the upcoming academic year, and an announcement was made that hanging over the side of your bed, hold the fence up for the rest of the Metric lead singer Emily Haines one of the goals I put in my plat- the building would be expanded. decked out in yesterday’s wrinkled night to keep the crowd at bay. continually psyched the crowd, form was to foster school spirit,” So, the steering committee had to and sweaty clothes; you feel like When Alexisonfire left the stage using students’ lives on campus to said VP of Student Life Anthony move the stage setup. miners are attempting to strike at the end of the night, the crowd pump them up for the band’s next Boland. “To promote that goal we Also, a lack of parking forced gold in your skull; the sun is two tried to call them back with chants tune. all thought that it would be great the artists, their sponsors and shades too bright; you’re missing a of ‘encore!’ and ‘one more song!’ The opening acts put on a great to start off the year with a big con- production people to park on the shoe; and you’re wondering ‘what The cheers of the horde of peo- show as well, with hometown cert.” roads. the heck happened last night?’ ple were deafening when the band group The Ocean Buried tossing So a steering committee came Despite the problems that The answer? Alexisonfire, Met- came back to play not one, but two out T-shirts from the stage and the together, made up of SA members popped up, they were overcome ric and CampusFest 2009. more songs. classic rock band Flash Lightnin’ as well as students, to make sure and the concert goers were happy The night’s entertainment Metric singer Emily Haines said pulling off some great guitar solos. the concert would succeed. with the results. didn’t begin and end with the the crowd had enough love to fill a Oddly enough, Alexisonfire But they had their share of Boland was thrilled with the bands. The crowd created its own stadium, but George Pettit of Alex- wasn’t originally set to play for problems. success of the concert, wanting excitement, the front rows espe- isonfire seemed closer to the mark Campusfest. Contracts needed to be de- Campusfest to return again. cially. when he called them savages. A survey was taken among cided on and signed, licences “We’d definitely like to make There was crowd surfing, peo- This isn’t that surprising when students on what they would like obtained, safety ensured, and on this a tradition for years to come,” ple tossed their shoes towards the you realize that the concert had to see, and after reviewing it co- top of all that they had to plan two he said. “We want this to be the stage and during Alexisonfire’s act, the largest attendance in campus ordinators decided on having Sam concerts in case of bad weather. event of the year, every single year.” a man tried to do a stage dive. history, with 3,500 tickets sold. Roberts and Metric play for the “We were planning one outside Boland said the SA would like Sadly, he backed out of it when That’s not to say the bands were school. and we had a complete backup to hold another concert for Frost he saw the gap between the stage dull in any way. Both acts played However, Roberts backed out plan for the indoor location in the Week in January, as a way to wel- and the crowd, and was quickly the crowd heavily, Alexisonfire in midway through the summer, and Recreation and Wellness Centre,” come students coming back, as taken away by security. particular. the co-ordinators of the event were said VP of Student Life Anthony well as new attendees, but since Not even the fencing could The band’s guitarist Wade Mac- left to pick another band from the Boland. “We had to plan every much of the co-ordinators’ focus hold back the crowd’s excitement. Neil had the crowd singing happy survey – Alexisonfire. single little thing for two totally dif- has been on CampusFest, plans The people in the sardine can that birthday to Cancer Bats member But this concert would never ferent locations.” haven’t been made. made up the front row shoved Mike Peters, who was at the show. have gotten off the ground without And even after that, there were Michael Jackson comes KISS is making back for THIS IS IT tour their way to Oshawa hits theatres around the world for rehearsals, behind-the-scene mo- By Miranda Roach Wednesday, Oct 7. By Miranda Roach two weeks only. The King of Pop ments with the band, dancers, Chronicle Staff Tickets for the show can be Chronicle Staff died this past June: shortly before choreographers and the special purchased through the GM the launch of his highly anticipat- effects team. There will also be One of the most influential Centre box office, by phone or For what seems to be the short- ed THIS IS IT comeback tour in never-before-seen Jackson foot- rock ‘n’ roll bands is making online. The band will also be est film premiere of all time, it London, England. Jackson’s part- age showing the development of its way to Oshawa. ‘70s rock playing at the Air Canada Cen- might actually be the world’s larg- ner on the tour, Kenny Ortega, has the tour. Tickets can be purchased band KISS will be performing tre Friday, Oct. 2, for their Alive est. been chosen to direct the film. online at michaeljackson.com and at the General Motors Centre 35 tour. Michael Jackson’s THIS IS IT The movie will feature concert thisisit-movie.com. 20 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS AUX television brings focus to local talent

videos, films and documentaries, By Paul Rellinger all focusing on rising and musi- Chronicle Staff cal groundbreaking talent from across Canada and the world. The music is coming. It’ll be easy for students to get The first ever web broadcaster excited. in Canada to expand into a TV “The majority of our target audi- station, AUX Television will debut ence is students,” said Khanna. “It’s tomorrow night on Rogers Cable in the school pubs and gyms that channel 107 at 9 p.m. the up-and-coming bands we’re Boasting a whole new take on talking about are playing in. We music television, AUX will deliver want that type of musical talent a new focus on the music culture being showcased to our viewers.” in Canada and internationally. AUX will make it’s debut in over “Our music will stretch across a million homes tomorrow, and all genres of music and music cul- although AUX is only offered on ture,” said Raja Khanna, founder Rogers Cable, people who sub- and president of AUX. “Canada is scribe to other cable providers, a hotbed of musical talent, innova- such as Bell or Cogeco, can catch tion and culture and we are bring- AUX for two hours a week on ing that energy to screens across BiteTV. the country.” Photo by Paul Rellinger His passion for music and the AUX will offer an interactive, music culture is what persuaded cross-platform channel dedicated Khanna to launch AUX, which CANADIAN TALENT: Lead singer, guitarist and songwriter Kenny Bridges of indie rock to showcasing new and upcom- started as a website in Novem- band Moneen performs at the launch party for AUX television. ing artists, as well as established ber of 2008. After receiving a lot musical talents. Khanna said AUX can tune in and watch Hard, for fer,” said George. “Everything we and bands to the forefront of the of positive feedback on going to would offer viewers primarily Ca- example, a series focusing directly broadcast will start with Canadian music industry and in front of mainstream TV, Khanna jumped nadian content. on the hard rock music scene in content, alongside international bigger audiences, that’s how we’ll at the opportunity to launch a TV “Canada, from Toronto to Van- Canada. talent. But it will always come measure success. station as well. couver, has so much talent that has And if that doesn’t tickle their back to what Canadians are doing “We want to discover new lo- “We wanted to be everywhere,” been left untapped by mainstream interest, AUX has other series in the music industry.” cal bands from across Canada, he said. “We wanted people to be media. We want to bring that tal- available to any music taste. Cy- AUX will always be on the look- including Durham region,” said able to go from their computer, re- ent to the eyes and ears of people pher is the only series in Canada out for new, groundbreaking tal- Khanna. “And we’ll always wel- lax in front of the TV and sit back who (consider) themselves music to divulge into the underground ent, whether it’s online or a band come student input and feedback. and enjoy the many facets of our lovers,” said Khanna. hip-hop scene. playing for a few people in a run- In fact we encourage it.” station.” “Real music television”, as The host of Cypher, Philman down pub. Students are encouraged to AUX will also offer more than Khanna calls it, will provide view- George (AKA I.E.) is excited about “Finding local talent is the key check out the website, www.aux. 20 diverse music series. Of those ers with music-themed journal- what AUX brings to viewers. to our success,” said Khanna. “If tv to view the full broadcasting series, 16 of them will be original ism, current affairs, news, charts, “It’s unbelievable what we of- we can bring these smaller names schedule. series exclusive to AUX. Students Students are put under a raunchy spell

By Kait Nienhuis a few people onstage peeled off Chronicle Staff their clothing. He switched to arc- tic temperatures and had them Tony Lee asked for silence huddle up and rub each other for from the audience before he hyp- warmth. notized his volunteers, “But if you Lee toyed with their emotions, go under,” he warned. “Your ass making them laugh uncontrolla- belongs to me.” bly or believing their beloved pet The possibility of stripping on- had been run over. stage or shoving a slice of pizza The show got heated and the down their pants was worth the laughs got louder when Lee turned risk for the packed crowd at E.P. to sexual content, which involved Taylor’s on Sept. 15. all-male lap dances, activities with Attendance was estimated at whipped cream, chair fornicating 350 people. “We’re at capacity,” and a little self-service. said Anthony Boland, vice-presi- “I didn’t expect it to be like this dent of Campus Life. at all,” said Luke Gibbons, a first- “All of our events have been year Criminology student at UOIT. sold out this year,” said Boland. “It’s “This is the best thing I’ve ever a record year for student turnout.” enjoyed in comedy.” For some in the audience, Lee’s Viewers are not the only ones show was not a new experience. amused by Lee’s show. Lee said “I saw his show in Ottawa last he’s just as entertained as the au- year, it was pretty funny,” said Mi- Photo by Kait Nienhuis dience. chelle O’Neil, a Dental Hygiene “I haven’t made someone student at Durham College. “I HYPNOTIZING: X-rated hypnotist Tony Lee makes his volunteers happy during his shove pizza down their pants in a hope to go onstage this time.” performance at E.P. Taylor’s on Sept. 15. while,” he laughed. Lee talked to the audience for Lee has been performing since a few minutes before starting the that he became a believer. To Lee’s lence as he instructed those par- fingers to come up on stage to have 1984 and has done more than action. surprise it worked and the rest is ticipating to slowly press their them released, and just like that, 5,000 shows across Canada and “I didn’t believe in hypnotism,” history. index fingers together until they he had his first batch of volunteers. the U.K. Lee told the crowd. Lee started his show by asking became stuck. Anyone else wishing to volunteer “I genuinely have a fantastic It wasn’t until he attempted the crowd to fold their hands to- Cries of shock blasted over was welcomed to the stage. time,” said Lee. “I would not be do- to hypnotize his girlfriend for fun gether, extend their index fingers the silence as audience members After putting them under, Lee ing what I’m doing if I didn’t truly one night over two decades ago and keep them apart. stared at their hands in disbelief. made the volunteers believe they enjoy it.” He asked for 90 seconds of si- Lee instructed those with stuck were sweltering in the heat and The Chronicle September 29, 2009 21 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Tweeting along with the news Informant communicate with the guy they ers and given the fact that Twitter body tweets and then they re- By Amanda Gaudet see on TV,” says Roberts about his is really today’s generation’s form tweet and it gets to as many peo- misses Chronicle Staff experience with this new segment. of communicating, it allows us to ple as Twitter can possibly reach,” On Twitter, Roberts has over tap into this group of new news says Roberts. “But you know there By Kevin Hall These days Social Networking Chronicle Staff 10, 500 followers and the number viewers.” have also been some false claims, sites like Twitter have become a grows every day. Throughout the But the Twitter segment isn’t like people saying celebrities have way of life, but when you tweet “Oh my god, get on with it al- day people who follow him will be just used to give viewers a voice. It allegedly died that didn’t.” who really hears it? Leslie Roberts ready,” screams one disgruntled given the day’s topic early so that a also helps give a story perspective. Sometimes while on any Inter- does. individual in an AMC theatre after discussion can start, so by the time “During the tornado that hit in net site you can read things that With the help of Roberts, Senior 20 minutes into the opening of The Roberts hits the air everyone’s Vaughn we put out a tweet saying make you question the accuracy, Anchor and Editor of Global News Informant. Little did he know, the opinion has already been taken anybody out there send us your but you just have to remember to Ontario, and News Final @ Eleven movie would go on for a grueling into account. This way he is able to pictures and they did via Twitter, take it with a grain of salt. o’clock, viewers everywhere can two hours of nonsensical rants gather the best opinions to share so we got all these great pictures of Roberts says, “We don’t use be given a voice via Twitter. and irritating back and forth dia- with the night’s viewers. the not-so-great tornado,” Roberts Twitter as a source to get a story. Every weeknight Roberts and logue about how much one per- Not only has this segment said. We use it as a tool to further cover his team get ready for News Fi- son can lie. helped give viewers a voice, it But how much of Twitter actu- a story.” nal @ Eleven to close off the day’s The Informant, a movie about a has also increased the ratings of ally has any potential news value The Twitter segment has been biggest news stories. Most news man with the shortest of attention the show and made watching the without the prompting of the me- so successful on News Final @ programs do the regular news, spans, made me feel like I had a news more interesting and relat- dia. With all the false claims and Eleven o’clock that the Global weather and sports but at 11 p.m. short attention span. able for younger viewers. celebrity imposters how can you News team will be starting with it on channel 3 their program ends The screen at the average mov- “We’ve noticed that in fact the trust what you read online? on the big show @ Six o’clock. with a Twitter segment that allows ie theatre is 60 feet high by 85 feet ratings have increased, and it’s a “I know that major stories have “We want to allow our viewers viewers to send in their reactions wide, and yet I still found myself whole new group of people who broken via Twitter because word to react and interact with us on the to the day’s news stories. staring at the door. wouldn’t necessarily watch the has spread. When something as news of the day, which is some- “It gives me a better chance There is no doubt that the story news in the past,” says Roberts. big as Michael Jackson’s death hits thing no other newscast has,” says to communicate with them (the of Mark Whitacre (played by Matt “We are attracting younger view- the news it goes viral and some- Roberts. viewers) and them a chance to Damon), a bipolar compulsive liar, is an interesting one, but not one worth two hours of screenplay, or $12.50 out of pocket. Sci-fi fans The majority of the movie is Whitacre thinking about com- pletely obscure things such as the mind set of a bear and tie colours, while dealing with serious situa- indulge their tions such as getting wired by the FBI, and attending meetings about illegal price fixes worldwide. The idea that Whitacre is an nerdier side odd character was understood within the first few minutes of the By Chantal Da Silva Expo is the vast number of celebri- movie, and so it was unnecessary Chronicle Staff ty guests, including Q & A sessions for director Steven Soderbergh and autograph signings. to reiterate this to the point of ex- Comic books, science fiction, This year’s list included some haustion. anime and gaming merged into of the most highly acclaimed sci- The movie delivers a quirky one gathering may seem like a fi actors, including Mary McDon- tone throughout Whitacre’s com- dream to the stereotypical geek. nell (Battlestar Galactica), Beau pliance with the FBI to take down In reality, it is a huge event that Bridges (Stargate SG-1), Thomas the company, that he works for, for brings in more than 50,000 Cana- Dekker (John Connor, Termina- illegal price adjustments. dians. tor), Linda Hamilton (Sarah Con- A lot like the Usual Suspects, The Fan Expo is the fastest- nor, Terminator) and legend Leon- you have no idea what parts of the growing event in Canada, and ard Nimoy (Mr. Spock, Star Trek). story are true and what is fabri- takes place annually at the Con- Fans lingered for hours outside cated in the mind of Whitacre, as vention Centre in Toronto Aug. in the less-than-satisfying summer he lies again and again to the com- 28-30.Now in its 15th year, the Fan temperatures just to get a glimpse pany, the FBI, his wife and himself. Expo brought in a record-breaking of their favourite stars. The basic idea is the cutthroat 59,000 eager science enthusiasts. Rockey Scrivo, 21, from Os- nature of a Capitalist society The Expo covers 22,000 square hawa waited nine hours in line squeezing profit out of the work- feet with over 600 displays, and for Nimoy. “It was long and tiring ing class to make the rich even exhibits various talents, including but definitely worth seeing Spock,” richer. An ideal that the majority comic writers, artists and game said Scrivo. “Leonard signed my of people can relate to, but how developers. picture and he was so nice.” long does a movie need to go until The highlight of the festival is Celebrity guest Thomas Dekker it’s understood that price fixing is the costumes, which guests and revealed it was his first visit to wrong? volunteers put together. Students Toronto and the Expo. “It’s really When people fork over the bet- have been known to budget out great. It’s an honour to be here and ter part of twenty dollars, and that’s their year to organize and design meet fans who have grown with if they don’t have a date and don’t the perfect-looking swag. me and my character John Con- want extra butter on their popcorn, “This Halo outfit was probably nor,” said Dekker. they expect to be entertained. over $500,” said 19-year-old Mike With thousands of comic The Informant not only failed books that range from 25 cents to Yestal from Pickering. “I didn’t eat Photo by Chantal Da Silva to comply, but moviegoers found for a week I just knew I had to get $100,000, to movie sneak peeks themselves wondering, and yell- this costume right.” like Disney’s Tron, the Expo brings MEETING THE FANS: Thomas Dekker poses with a fan ing, what’s the point? The Infor- Another key attraction at the something for everyone: the abil- while directors and writers sign autographs. mant missed the point. ity to show off their hidden geek. Mathew Good brings awareness to mental health By Stephanie Foden This year the Imagine Film four of his favourite songs and Bovie, Ontario Shores commu- it, because people are more likely Chronicle Staff Festival has expanded and will speak about his battle with bi- nity relations officer. He said peo- to listen to a famous person, he include a family fun day and polar disorder. ple do not always associate them- said. showcase six films. The movies The idea for the festival came selves with people who have a The Mathew Good presenta- The Ontario Shores Centre for are a mixture of documentary, about when Ontario Shores de- mental illness. tion is sold out. However, spots Mental Health Sciences is host- independent and feature. It will cided to raise awareness and “If someone has cancer, peo- are still available to view all six ing its second annual Imagine include such films as The Soloist, educate the public about men- ple will always support you. But films and it is a free event. To re- Film Festival. and last year’s speaker Joe Panto- tal health in an interesting and when someone has a mental ill- serve a seat go online at www. From Oct. 4 to 8 the cultural liano’s documentary No Kidding meaningful way. ness, people tend to stay away,” ontarioshores.ca/imagine or call event will entertain and enlighten Me Too. “We want to reduce stigma said Bovie. 905-430-4001. the community. The festival takes As well, the film festival wel- associated with mental health, That is why it is so great to All proceeds will go to the On- place in Whitby every year during comes songwriter and musician while alerting people of who we have a celebrity like Matthew tario Shores Foundation for Men- Mental Illness Awareness Week. Matthew Good. He will perform are and what we do,” said Chris Good come and speak out about tal Health. 22 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Toronto rapper gives us soul By Miranda Roach AkaSubliminal had gone to the Chronicle Staff University of Toronto and gradu- ated with a degree in Architecture. A new presence that’s re-in- Before that he was cutting hair in troducing the original roots of hip his parents’ basement. hop is making its way through To- Even then it was hard to control ronto. the creative process. Welcome to the sounds of “I’ve always kind of struggled akaSubliminal, more commonly with the two worlds a little bit be- known as Sean Mauricette. cause my parents are old school AkaSubliminal is bringing hip and when they see me perform- hop back with a new creative twist ing they don’t consider it work,” he - soul hop, and he likes to describe said. “In a way that’s a good thing it just how it sounds: hip hop because I’ve always told kids if meets soul. you find something you enjoy and “The delivery isn’t weak, you you’re good at it, you’ll never work know, and the content is politi- a day in your life.” cally charged,” he said. “Hip hop AkaSubliminal has been ‘work- has taken a turn and some people ing’ every day since, for the release have become dumbed down, not of his new album Trainathought. aware of real events and main- Mauricette wrote, rapped on and stream issues.” self-produced this album, which The performer’s journey began became available June 30. at the age of 16 when he was first Trainathought has been de- known as DJ Subliminal. scribed as having a ‘cool’ feel and Mauricette started beat boxing a soulful vibe with deep lyrics. The and getting into turntables, then mass amount of feedback and at- finally worked up enough courage tention it’s receiving is coming to enter freestyle battles. The sur- from all across the globe. prising part for him - he actually Mauricette can’t believe the won. rapid rate of success. “There are subtleties that make “One of them I went to as a Photo by Miranda Roach spectator and ended up on stage my songs different. It’s real talk because my friend pushed up me with real issues,” he said. HOMEGROWN SUCCESS: GTA native hip hopper and motivational speaker Sean So what’s next for akaSublimi- up there, and I ended up winning Mauricette/AkaSubliminal takes a quick time-out from producing, rapping and re- all eight rounds!” nal? Slowly but surely he was get- cording in the studio at his home, to pose for the camera. He hopes to get a record deal ting recognized and things were and continue with his motivation- about to progress farther than he his own hands, he started volun- ship and Learning. so I know how to control crowds. al speaking to help the recognition ever imagined. teering across the GTA, speaking AkaSubliminal takes his work- In some ways I’m a big kid my- grow. Free-styling allowed Mauri- to youth about the importance of shops to schools giving hour self, and as you can see I still play What’s next for Sean? cette to speak out to the people, following the right path. long sessions to kids. He calls it Xbox,” he said. “I want those personal things - which he decided to do in a dif- That’s when managers sug- ‘edutaining’- entertainment and Mauricette didn’t always know to have kids and get married. I’ve ferent way. Taking matters into gested the creation of the P.U.L.L. education at the same time. that these events would soon be- finally found the most compatible Project. Peace – Unity - Leader- “I come down to kids’ levels, come his full-time career. woman in my life.” Second annual Bensley open mike memorial By Joshua Smart Hokum Runners. Chronicle Staff “I think it’s important that we show he’s worth all of the effort he It’s been just over a year since put into everyone around him,” Oshawa native Glen Bensley died said Luckheart. “Every single per- unexpectedly. son in the room would feel like On Sept. 20 of this year, Dur- the most important person in the ham musicians gathered at Me- room because he would make morial Park in Oshawa for the sec- sure of it.” ond annual Glen Bensley Memo- The event was hosted by Poor rial Open Mike. Pelly, a local musician who not Players from all over the region only hosts several open mikes in Photo by Joshua Smart assembled to show their respect the area, but is also a member of and appreciation for Bensley by popular Durham band The Sta- TRIBUTE TO AN OLD FRIEND: Local musician and host of the second annual Glen playing one or two songs with bles. Bensley Memorial Open Mike, Poor Pelly, performs. their instrument of choice. “I’m proud to say he (Bensley) was a good friend of mine,” said Bensley was a local musician the open mike. A lot of his fans in on the Walk of Fame meetings Fellow musicians said that the Pelly. “It’s a great thing to be able to who hosted numerous open mikes were unaware that he was such a to get Bensley the recognition he Memorial Open Mike was a posi- do this every year, and be able to in the Oshawa area, and was a gifted artist. deserved. tive thing along with the Walk of remember our friend.” member of the musical group The “He was the nicest guy in addi- “I put the notion forward, and Fame induction. Around 100 supporters congre- Hokum Runners. tion to being an amazing musician it’s a go!” said Bruno “It reminds them what’s impor- gated at Memorial Park, and Pelly Bensley was known for his gen- and now, we can all see, a decent Fans and supporters hope to tant,” said Luckheart, “that Glen said he was pleased with the turn- erosity when it came to offering artist as well,” said Giacomo Bru- plan an event similar to the open instilled a lot of strong values as far out. his support and guidance to the no, owner of Isabella’s Chocolate mike to commemorate Bensley’s as the arts and music community “It’s a nice crowd today, people music and arts community. Café in downtown Oshawa. induction. goes and I think this sort of centres are still signing the list (of players), “He made such an enormous Bruno was instrumental in in- “I’m so stoked that he got the everybody and reminds them of we’re never going to get through impact on this community, and ducting Bensley into the Oshawa star on the Oshawa Walk of Fame, the common thread.” everyone,” said Pelly. it’s impossible not to recognize it,” Walk of Fame, which will be made who more deserving?” said Pelly. Fans can see some of Bensley’s said Heather Luckheart, Bensley’s Bensley’s CDs along with his official in the Spring of 2010. “He was like the father of the scene. artwork at Isabella’s Chocolate close friend and bandmate in the original artwork were on sale at Bruno talked about sneaking He tied it all together.” Café. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 23 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS A modest Green talks music Singer doesn’t want all the credit By Jaime Rose Chronicle Staff

Something is going on. Almost every foot of grass of the Polonsky Commons is fenced off. Onlookers, both students and faculty, stand around the perim- eter, observing the area. The beer tents are up, the tables are positioned, and outhouses line the south wall of the barrier. The scene is set for an eventful night. As the music erupts and the guys take the stage around 1:30 p.m. for sound-check, his voice fills the air and the crowd begins to grow as the level of interest el- evates. T-minus six hours until I sit down with Dallas Green, singer of both City and Colour and one of the bands headlining the night’s Photo by Jaime Rose CampusFest 2009, Alexisonfire. Today is going to be a good day. MUSICAL TREAT FOR STUDENTS: Dallas Green, singer of Canadian rock bands City and Colour and Alexisonfire, Green arrives late for our inter- performs live here on the UOIT and Durham College campus for CampusFest 2009. view, and with good reason. The devoted husband left campus after book and picks the line I need for Catharines, Ontario native has “Sneaking in, sneaking in!” (to household, he probably wouldn’t sound-check to pick up his wife, a song. I write a line that I like and wanted to do. the boys.) attribute his success to fate, as he MuchMusic VJ Leah Miller, from three weeks later I’ll write another From influences such as The “Yea man… OHHHH, “ the doesn’t consider himself religious. their Toronto home, so that she line. It takes me that long to write Deftones who gave him the desire boys scream, as they realize “Maybe I’m a tad spiritual, too could catch the show. an actual song. When it happens, to play loud music and get crowds they’ve been caught by Dallas maybe. Maybe, I believe that Despite the evident happiness it happens.” moving, to Jeff Buckley who moti- Green himself, who could have something’s going on, but I have that the two share, frequently City and Colour is the product vated him to want to sing, to Mog- likely been hard to recognize, as no idea what it is.” smiling at one another and hold- of those things Green deals with, wai, who made him simply want he blends into any crowd sporting And similar to the swoop of ing hands as they walk, Green has being known for its love-struck to move crowds with his music, a second hand plaid shirt and Le- a young cardinal, without think- no tips for the guys who need help lyrics and soothing acoustic melo- Green is now full of gratitude and vis jeans. ing about germs or anything of picking up women. dies, whereas Alexisonfire reso- a sense of contentment with how Without skipping a beat or be- the selfish sort, Green would in “[Laughs] I’ve been with Leah nates with head-banging, guitar- far he has come. ing even remotely bothered by the fact give CPR to a homeless per- for four years. I don’t know any- thrashing fans through their loud “I’m almost 30 and I’m still able trespassers, Green goes on to ex- son if he were to see one in need! more I’ve been off the market for music and lyrics that anyone can to do it. When I was growing up, all plain that labels have never meant To the fans who find themselves so long.” He folds his hands on relate to. I wanted to do was play music. No much to him. needing more music from both his lap while trying to conjure up This well-rounded individual’s backup plan. I’ve been out of high Still being the same person he bands, no worries. Green envi- a tip, and his silver wedding band attentiveness goes from his song- school for 11 years was before suc- sions himself doing exactly what gleams in the sunlight. writing to as far as how the world and I still don’t need cess, he and he is doing, for as long as he pos- “…I don’t know, have her inter- perceives the band. to get a real job.” Sometimes people Miller often go sibly can. view you at a video shoot?” Which He wants no recognition as the Although educa- think‘ I’m a dick and out to eat at the “I never planned on having two is how the two met, years ago, on front-man, and he would like to tion wasn’t part of that I’m an asshole mall and fre- simultaneous things going on, but set with Alexisonfire. think of Alexis as a triple header. Green’s plan, he en- quently catch they are, and I have to deal with it Contrary to many men from to- “We try to steer away from that courages students because I say what movies, and he and I don’t love one more than I day’s hardened society, Green has [relationship songs] in Alexis be- during the show to I want to say and do even still shops do the other – if I did, I would only a sensitive side with an immense cause there’s three of us singing attend their early what I want to do. at the dollar do one. A lot of people ask me that depth that he has no problem most of the time. We all write the morning classes and store. question. I’m going to keep trying sharing. words together so we never really go learn something Life’s not really that And just to do both cuz I’m always gonna Although never considering wanna say ‘hey this is a song about Alexisonfire didn’t. long, do what you how does he write songs, I think.” himself a poetry writer, his lyrics a girl who upset me, so would you But with regards react when Prior to our discussion, Green are always touching on profound mind singing about it’. We try and to skateboarding, want. greeted by had no idea Alexisonfire are nomi- issues with an easy-to-follow flow. come up with general topics that Green wouldn’t en- ’ fans, time and nated for ‘the ugliest rock band’ at “I can’t seem to write any other we can all agree on and write about, courage me to give it Dallas Green time again? the Edge’s annual 2009 Canadian kind of song. I try to write a light- worldly views and things like that.” a go, unless wearing Openly. Casby awards. hearted song, or a goofy song, or Although considerate, Green is a helmet and pads of every kind. “We are kids from a small town, “I didn’t even know that, but a song that has some sort of hu- too honest to ever conform or cen- “ Ya, don’t. I’ve been skateboard- who just wanted to play music. We that’s awesome, fantastic. That’s mour in it, or a song about noth- sor himself. ing my whole life, it’s very hard and didn’t wanna be famous – I just great, it means people don’t like ing, ya know… like a song about “My life is controlled by saying you’ll hurt yourself a lot.” love playing my guitar. So if a kid us because of our cuteness or our grass and some people can make what I think. I don’t believe in be- No matter how many times or somebody wants to come up to handsome good looks, [he laughs] a beautiful song about grass. ing two-faced. If somebody has a Green causes himself pain, he is us and talk to us about that – some they like us because of our music.“ “Whereas I try and I always end problem with me I would rather hesitant to declare himself one people say, ‘do you get tired of tak- Astonished at the complete up writing about myself or some- them just ask me about it. If I don’t who learns from his mistakes. ing pictures with people or do you lack of offense that Green took, I body that I feel strongly about. It’s like somebody I’ll let them know. “Sure… I don’t think so… I get bored of doing interviews,’ and comment on his positive attitude. just what I’ve always been drawn It’s just who I am I guess. Some- would like to say that I am, but I I say why. Why would I get tired or “Well, there’s no need to have a to - I’ve always been drawn to sad, times people think I’m a dick and don’t think I am… No - maybe 50 bored of people who are trying to bad one, I get to play music every sappy songs that just make me that I’m an asshole because I say per cent of the time – ohhh, kids talk to me about the music I make, day.” feel… better. It’s definitely cathar- what I want to say and I do what are sneaking in, I love it.” when that’s what I wanted in the When reflecting on all of those tic. I want to do. Life’s not really that As we look to the right, three first place?” days Green has had, to summarize “I write a song as I deal with long, do what you want.” boys have just hopped the bar- Green’s success is a result of where his life lies at this point, the certain things. I’m not one of those And so he did. Playing music ricade and are waltzing into the sheer determination and prac- singer had one word for me. people who writes constantly in a was always exactly what this St. show for free. tice. Although raised in a Catholic “Almost.” 24 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The Ocean Buried rocks Durham’s CampusFest ‘09 By Jaime Rose so we just listened,” said Stewart Chronicle Staff in reference to the students who would confide their contempla- The opening band of this year’s tions on committing suicide. CampusFest 2009, The Ocean Although sensitive to the Buried, got the crowd moving with struggles going on all around, the their energetic performance and guys were fortunate enough to be confident stage presence. raised in households that were The boys, all hailing from the stable and families that were easy GTA, formed The Ocean Buried in to depend on. February of 2008. The band con- Perhaps their upbringings are sists of Tim Stead on lead vocals, the reason behind the strength Mike Stewart on guitar and syn- and realism that each individual chronizing, Jeremy Hebert on bass member brings to the table. guitar, Luke Van on drums and “I hope people respond with Kyle Wallace playing lead guitar. sincerity in what we’re doing,” said The Ocean Buried’s name a very serious Stead. “We’re really stems from Shakespeare’s Richard genuine guys.” III, where Richard gives a speech So genuine, in fact, that they are thanking his brother for ending known for having a high web pres- the trials and rejoicing in a new ence, as they interact frequently way of living – and that’s exactly with the fans who contact them what these boys consider each via their Facebook and Myspace other to be, brothers who are try- accounts – they even Twitter. ing to embark on a new journey Real guys, who play real music, together. who are hoping to make a real im- “Stewart seems to mesh the pact on the world around them. best with these guys,” said Juston Their LP, Can You Spill A Secret Melahaina, a former classmate of is doing quite well, hitting as high Stewart who has seen him per- as number four on the Myspace form previously outside of The Canada charts for unsigned pow- Ocean Buried. Photo by Jaime Rose erpop. Although unsigned, the With each of them having ex- band has already opened for the periences from playing in other THE OCEAN BURIED: Band members Michael Stewart (left) and Jeremy Hebert rock likes of Silverstein, Die Manne- bands before, they are able to put on opening the show for Metric and Alexisonfire during CampusFest 2009. quin, Ten Second Epic, Alexison- their total confidence and focus fire and Metric. into this project. band mates. Think Fast Presentation program give motivational speeches where More music is certain to come, “If your ambitions are going And they don’t just talk about through Absolute Leadership De- at least one band member would as they await the release of their nowhere, they might as well be being positive. The band spent this velopment. share their stories and then give EP Partially Cloud, due to drop on buried in the ocean,” Stewart said past spring touring high schools in Through the program the band the students a chance to open up. Oct. 3. just before launching towels at his eastern Canada, partaking in the was able to put on shows and then “We didn’t know what to say… There’s passion in every sip always expanding his knowledge said Youroukis. “And he seems to on the subject and he competes in enjoy what he’s doing. It’s like be- This ain’t challenges throughout Toronto. ing in the comfort of my own living “I’ve gone to coffee and tea room.” shows and I just competed in the Although Isabella’s offers some- just your barista challenge in Toronto,” he thing unique that other coffee said. “And I think that’s a must.” shops don’t, Bruno said it’s tough The barista challenge brings in to convince people that Isabella’s average professionals who compete head- isn’t an average coffee shop, and to-head and prepare specialty cof- that there is more to enjoy here fees incorporating art techniques, than just coffee. like how bartenders finish pouring “This is where I would come coffee shop a Guinness with a clover on top, because I don’t drink (alcohol). for example. I would go to a place like this be- By Cait Hoock Bruno said he’s even had Star- cause there’s more than just coffee Chronicle Staff bucks employees tell him that he here.” does a better job preparing some Though Isabella’s isn’t licensed, Listen up coffee drinkers. Look- of the drinks. there is live entertainment Friday ing for something extra in every As well as having a thorough nights. sip? Follow the aroma to down- understanding of coffee, Bruno “I think this is where people town Oshawa and see what’s knows most of his customers by would come who typically don’t brewing. name and what they drink. He go to bars and want that vibe of the Isabella’s Chocolate Café focuses on customer service and music, the art on the walls and just opened its doors three years ago what he would expect if he were the comfortable feel,” said Bruno. and specializes in authentic cof- the customer. He said he expected people fees, cold drinks and handmade “If someone got a drink and wanted something like this be- sweets like truffles and gelato. didn’t like it, I would want to re- cause nothing like this existed But this isn’t your average Star- make it because I don’t want peo- downtown. bucks, said Giacomo Bruno, own- ple leaving unhappy,” he said, “And And though Bruno sees the er and sole proprietor of Isabella’s. it’s so easy to replace.” possibility of someone else own- “I’ve taken classes which teach Angie Youroukis, a frequent vis- ing Isabella’s 10 years down the me how to use our machines to itor to Isabella’s and a former fac- road, there’s one key ingredient make drinks properly,” said Bruno. ulty member of Durham College, that must meet his standards. Photo by Cait Hoock agrees that Bruno takes pride in “There’s more to franchising a OWNER OF ISABELLA’S CHOCOLATE CAFE: Giacomo “We’ve learned what coffee is all about and it feels right that I’m do- his business and that he isn’t just place than just money,” he said. Bruno prepares a tasty latte for his fellow customer. ing what I’m doing.” making coffee. “It’s a passion.” As a coffee enthusiast, Bruno is “He’s always very good to me,” The Chronicle September 29, 2009 25 SPORTS NEWS Durham women Lords legacy at Can Am got soccer style will live on By Norm Belyea Continued from page 1 Chronicle Staff In the season opener, and Stal- ey’s coaching debut against the The Durham Lords Women’s St. Lawrence Vikings, the Lords fastball team stepped up to the posted a 14-0 victory breaking the bat Sept. 19 and 20, and landed old OCAA single game scoring re- the Can Am Classic Champion- cord of 12 goals. The 2003 Durham ship, beating Monroe 4–2 and women’s soccer team held the pre- making the sport look as easy as vious record. singing “Take me out to the ball Staley is optimistic about what game.” his ladies can achieve this year. The team also won the Can “With the tradition of Durham Am last year. Moreover, they College and this program (wom- finished second last year at the en’s soccer), anything less than the Ontario Colleges Athletic Asso- final four would be disappointing,” ciation (OCAA) championship. said Staley. “Not only to the coach- This time around, the girls ing staff, but to the girls as well. Photo by Paul Rellinger played against the Monroe Tri- A RECORD-SETTING SEASON: Jenn Sheehan scores one bunes from Rochester and the “We (the team) want to focus Photo by Norm Belyea on a more direct game plan. We of her three goals of the season. Mohawk Mountaineers from Hamilton. want to attack our opponents already scored nine times, while this year she has not allowed one “We came to play as a team,” Pitcher Kayla Maclean quickly with less passes and quick other first-year member Taryn shot to squeak by her. boasted Coach Jim Nemish. winds up for the pitch at touches,” said Staley. Nicholson has scored three goals. The Lords are no doubt off to “Our pitching was good, and our the Can Am Champion- Although the Lords added First year players Shira Wicken- a great start this season, but there defence was good. It was an all- over a dozen new members to the heiser and Laura Copeland have are some aspects of their game ship around good effort.” team, Watts says there hasn’t been two goals apiece. that Staley would like to improve stay focused.” The Lords’ record last year an issue with team chemistry. “We have lots of freshmen this upon. Sunday, when the Lords met was 19 wins and 5 losses. So “We have had a lot of bonding year that are quality players that “We still need to progress on with the Mohawks for the semi- these ladies play a mean game, sessions, whether it be hanging out will no doubt help us succeed this a couple things,” said Staley. “We final match, the girls did refo- that is, when they’re not in the at one of the girl’s houses or having year,” said Staley. need to improve on our speed and cus, and won hands down 6–0. dugout bantering with each a BBQ,” said Watts. “The end result Whatever few opportunities the quality of our touches.” Smith was back in the game. other. has been us meshing well together the opposition has created, goal- With the season well under- And the team’s twin players “We have good team chem- and playing well as a team.” keeper Morgan Kelly has fended way, it’ll be exciting to see how the Erin and Erica Dewey scored a istry,” said pitcher Janna Hagan. Freshman Brianna Heard has them off. In the first four games Lords finish this year. sweet, if belated birthday pres- “We really gelled.” ent for themselves-a homerun “We never gave up,” added each for turning 20 the previous pitcher Kayla MacLean. “We all day. “That’s the way to go, girls- Nationally stuck together and fought to the just like a cow to the salt lick!” end.” Coach Nemish shouted. noticeable And the end brought them a In the final match against By Paul Rellinger nice prize: pricey-looking, grey Monroe the Lords won 4-2. And Chronicle Staff sweatshirts with lettering pro- by this point Nemish bragged, claiming them victors. It was “I’m proud of these girls.” From coast to coast, the the Lords’ Day, all right. But it wasn’t all noses to the When the Lords played Durham College women’s Photo by Kevin Hall grindstone. soccer team is being recog- against the Mohawks in their “We’re serious, but we gotta first game Saturday, they nized once again. TOUGH ROAD AHEAD: Mark Fitzgerald (conditioning have fun,” chuckled Jodi Lang, creamed them 8-1. “Pitcher team captain for the Lords. After a 4-0 start to the sea- coach), Andrew Thompson, Carlo Canstano. son, coupled with 35 goals Kayla MacLean kept them off Lang has been on the team for scored for and zero against, balance,” said Nemish. two years and plays right field. the Canadian Colleges Ath- “And she led the way with a The girls also had much help letic Association (CCAA) has Tryouts continue for couple of hits.” from assistant coaches Mal ranked the Lords nationally. In the Lords’ second match, Swift and Rosemary Theriault, The Lords sit at 11th place they gave Monroe a run for who encouraged the team from nationally and fourth provin- UOIT men’s soccer their money but lost 10-5. They the sidelines with “Let’s go! You cially. also lost pitcher Danielle Smith can do it! Show ‘em your stuff!!” the team should take it upon “It’s always great to be when she tripped in the landing At one point Theriault, or Rosey, By Kevin Hall themselves to get in shape. recognized nationally,” said spot, twisting her ankle. So it as the team affectionately calls Chronicle Staff The recruiting process is still in Dave Staley, head coach of was a bad play all around. her, hollered: “I’ll get up and do its very early stages, and already the women’s soccer team. “We didn’t play up to our a dance if you folks don’t come The inaugural season for the the coaching staff is finding it dif- The Lords were also capabilities,” said Nemish. “We alive out there.” And the team UOIT men’s soccer team will be ficult to bring the 70-plus play- awarded the OCAA team of couldn’t move any runners be- did come alive and it did its filled with bumps and bruises. ers down to a more manageable the week honours after their cause we needed hits, so we own dance—a victory dance be- Recruiting will be going on all number. record-breaking victory dur- didn’t do so well, and it showed tween bear hugs and high-fives year, and currently there are about Despite the lack of physical ing their home opener. The by the score. They gotta learn to for winning the championship. 70 players trying out. When all readiness, there are a lot of guys Lords posted a 14-0 victory is said and done the team will be trying very hard, and earning over the visiting St. Lawrence made up of about 22 players. That’s themselves second and third try- Vikings. The win broke the 22 different personalities, meeting outs. previous record for goals for the first time, not to mention a Vujanovic is confident that he scored in a single game – 12 Men playing for pride demanding coaching staff. will have a competitive team. – by the 2003 Durham wom- Head coach Vaso Vujanovic be- “I can read players, and I know ing where his team is coming up en’s soccer team. lieves the biggest challenge for the the game,” said Vujanovic when By Kevin Hall short. After starting her season team will be fitness. asked what he brings to the team. Chronicle Staff The team is already eliminated with 11 goals in four games, “I’m surprised at the fitness He believes that team chemis- Men’s tennis is having a rough from qualifying for the Ontario Katie Watts moved into sixth level of the young men,” said try will come from communica- go of it this season, as they are cur- University Athletics Champion- position on the OCAA all- Vujanovic. “A lot of the women tion and respect. rently without a win, sporting a re- ships, as only the top four teams time leading scorer chart I coached were in much better “I’m strict, but friendly and re- cord of 0-3. are selected. with 31 goals, tying Denise shape.” spectful. I demand respect, while “We’re playing against guys Coaching staff is expecting Morey of St. Lawrence Col- The coach will be developing giving it out,” said Vujanovic. who have already been through solid efforts from the team as they lege, who played for the Vi- a better fitness program for the Vujanovic will be looking to junior training, while our guys are continue their season, playing for kings 1991-92 squad. team to make them game ready, create a team willing to play 120 still going through it,” said assis- pride. but says anyone hoping to make minutes and give 120 per cent. tant coach Kane Easter, describ- 26 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 SPORTS NEWS Men’s baseball split series

The Lords used four pitchers By Ryan Graham against the Saints in seven innings Chronicle Staff in the first game. They left 14 play- ers on base in the first game. The Durham Lords split their Derek Siddall of the Saints hit a weekend series Sept. 19-20 against three-run homerun with two outs the York Lions and the St. Clair in the fifth inning to put a dagger Saints at Kinsmen Stadium and into the hearts of the Lords. came out of the weekend with a In the second game the Lords 2-2 record. The Lords hometown fell to the Saints 15-3 in five in- crowd got exactly what they wan nings, the Saints had a five-run ed on Sept. 19, a series sweep of first inning, putting the Lords in a the York Lions. hole early that they could not re- In the first game the Lords beat cover from. the Lions 5-1 and in the second Starting Pitcher Michael Rob- game they beat them 11-2. The inson of Durham didn’t make it Lords starting pitcher, Julian Da- out of the first inning, allowing five ligadu, threw a complete game runs. and had seven strikeouts in the The Saints had a total of 30 hits win. and 29 runs in the two games. The Lords had a good inning “We didn’t compete very well,” in the bottom of the third, rattling said Dempster. Lions pitcher Matt Fergenbaum The Lords batters couldn’t solve who argued with the umpire about the Saints pitching and the Saints strikes after a long inning. In the batters took advantage of mistakes second game the Lords took it to by Lords pitchers, which was a key the Lions, beating them 11-2 in to their victory. seven innings. “We didn’t locate very well to- Starting pitcher Gary Rose had day,” said Dempster. a complete game, allowing two Durham pitchers faced better runs, and had eight strikeouts in Photo by Ryan Graham hitters against St. Clair than they the second game. The Lords took did against York on Saturday. advantage of York mistakes, lead- The Lords had a record of 0-4 ing them to the win. BASEBALL: Gary Rose of the Durham Lords men’s baseball team winds up. coming into the weekend double- The Lords pitchers had 17 headers and now have a record strikeouts against the Lions in the said head coach Sam Dempster. The Lords tried to repeat the Saints on Sunday but it was not to .of 2-6. The Saints have beaten the doubleheader. They also had timely hitting success that they had the previous be. The Lords fell to the high-pow- Lords in all six meetings they have “Everybody contributed well,” and good pitching. day, in action against the St. Clair ered Saints 14-9 in game one. had this season. Women’s fastball game Great start for golf at Durham College finishing tied for second place was a memorable one By Neil Coxworth in London and adding a third- Chronicle Staff place finish at the DC open. By Brent Burry The Durham College golf Their second-place finish at The Chronicle Staff team is in full swing with im- Fanshawe Invitational is an im- pressive performances in their provement from fourth place The Durham Lords women’s first two events. last year. fastball team started the season Durham’s Kayleigh Kraemer Freshmen Don Shaw and off in style in a game that saw a no- took the individual title with Ryan Desveaux shot Durham’s hitter and 13 runs scored for the a low round of 84 in her col- low rounds of 77 in London home side. legiate debut on Sept 19 at the while veteran Brad Hickey shot That’s right, there was a no- Fanshawe Invitational held at a 75 at Lakeridge Links, good hitter, albeit in a shortened 5-in- Thames Valley golf course in enough to put him in a tie for ning game. Lords pitcher Dani- London, Ont. third. elle Smith pitched a gem, striking Kraemer made it back-to- There are many new faces out five Mohawk batters, walking back wins when she shot a 79 at on the men’s golf team this year none and allowing just one run, the DC open on Sept 21 at Lak- with Hickey, Justin Knaggs and thanks to two errors committed eridge Links. Robert Lewis being the only re- behind her. Kraemer, who hails from turning members. The offence wasn’t to be over- Germany, is enrolled in Dur- “They are a young team but shadowed, as they scored 13 runs ham College’s Professional Golf they do have the talent to keep Management program. over two innings to seal the win. up with the Durham College “She has been impressive Despite what the 13-1 score winning spirit,” commented over the pre-season training,” might suggest, the game wasn’t a Dennis. said Scott Dennis, sports infor- The team took the course blowout from the start. In fact, the mation and marketing co-ordi- again on Sept 23 at the Niagara Lords didn’t even score the first nator for Durham College and College Invitational at Loch- run. UOIT athletics. Ness Links to try to feed off of “We were a little tentative the The men’s team also had their recent success. Results will first couple of innings, then we good showings in both events, be posted in the next issue. kind of got playing the way I ex- pected the team to play. We hit the ball well, we played some good defence. That’s what we’re look- ing for. Everybody started hitting the ball well,” said head coach Jim SA brings sports Nemish. Photo by Brent Burry Erica Dewey led the offence FASTBALL GAME: Durham fastball pitcher Danielle with two hits, four runs batted in Smith delivers a pitch in a memorable game. By Miranda Roach There are currently five leagues and two runs scored. Also chip- Chronicle Staff that students can sign up for in ping in were Carolyn Moore, who both the fall and winter semesters. had two hits, two runs scored and everyone hitting throughout the that he would like more commu- The Student Association Cam- These include basketball, indoor two runs batted in, and Kayla Ma- lineup, we’re going to be a danger- nication in the field and for the pus Recreation Program is calling soccer, volleyball and jujitsu. Sign- cLean knocked in two runs and ous team,” said Nemish. team to stay consistent at the plate all students looking for a fun time ups are taking place at the Tuck scored one run. Nemish did see room for im- over the course of the season and with some friendly competition to Shop for team and individual reg- “It’s a team game, and if we get provement though, mentioning not let good pitches go by. sign up for this year’s intramurals. istrations. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 27 SPORTS NEWS DC wins first ever blue-green game

“I told my guys that if they won By Don Campbell it was definitely something they Chronicle Staff could be proud of and look back on after their careers are over.” Bragging rights belong to Dur- UOIT was not quite prepared ham College this year as the Lords for a double header, having played men’s soccer team defeated the in Waterloo the previous night UOIT Ridgebacks in the inaugu- against the defending OUA cham- ral ‘Blue and Green’ game at Vaso pion Laurier Golden Hawks, and Field. Vujanovic said his team looked Durham College got off to a tired in the second half. strong start scoring two early goals He did, however, give credit to before UOIT responded with one an improved Lords team, one that of their own. The two teams traded he believes has a lot of depth and goals to make it 3-2 Durham, how- potential. ever, UOIT could not withstand “Durham has a great team this Durham’s persistent attack, con- year, probably the best I’ve seen in ceding a fourth to make the final 10 years and I think they should 4-2. make provincials this year,” said Trevor Delpippo, Nick Vujanovic. Zdravkovski and Sebastian Digno- Vujanovic is working on an ex- ti (2) scored for Durham College, Photo by Kevin Hall hibition schedule for this year as while Matt Craven and Brent he prepares for the Ridgebacks’ Hammond responded for UOIT. INAUGURAL SUCCESS: Mitchell (left), and Jason (right) are representing their re- first official season next year. He “In the second half of the game, said the main problem is getting especially when we made it 4-2, I spective teams in the first ever soccer game between Durham College and UOIT. university and college teams to think we did a better job keeping commit to exhibition games when possession and containing their Given that the game was played backs.” team still working out a few kinks. they already play two regular sea- offence,” said Lords head coach on the field named after Vuja- “I have known Stan since he “I wasn’t expecting too much son games a week plus practices. Stan Bombino. “In all fairness to novic, the history of the game was was a kid and having coached him because we are still trying to figure As for playing more exhibition them, I think we settled into our not lost on both coaches. For Bom- at Durham College, so it was inter- out who can play what position games against tough opponents, game and were more organized, bino the experience was slightly esting for me also,” said Vujanovic. at the moment,” said Vujanovic. “I Vujanovic remained philosophi- but that comes with experience awkward given he once played for Bleachers full of boisterous mostly wanted my guys to give a cal. “I don’t mind losing every and they will work that out even- Vujanovic as a Lord back in the cheering sections for both UOIT strong performance and last the game this year as long as we are tually.” late ‘70s. and Durham witnessed a spirited full 90 minutes. So I told my guys ready to go next year.” Current UOIT and former “There’s an old martial arts say- effort by a Ridgebacks team that before the game, ‘you have only “The game against Durham was Lords coach Vaso Vujanovic ing that goes: when the student had only been together twice be- been together twice, so just relax, fun and maybe we can play them praised the Lords’ organization surpasses the master, it’s time for fore facing off against the Lords. pass the ball and have a bit of fun.” again before the season is out,” he and second half effort for the win. the master to pack it in,” said Bom- The fact the Ridgebacks were He also stressed the impor- said. “Durham were more com- bino with a smile. “But I know Vaso forced to wear the Lords’ alternate tance of the outcome to his players “Hopefully the result will be a posed and they beat us to the ball, well, he’s a great coach and I know jerseys as they wait for theirs to ar- because it was, in his words, “his- better one for us next time.” especially after the second half.” he will do well with the Ridge- rive also gave the impression of a tory in the making.” Lords ready to make a statement

By Nathaniel Smith Chronicle Staff

After a stellar 2008-2009 sea- son in which the Durham College men’s basketball team finished with a overall record of 23-8, and a conference record of 16-4, the Lords are looking to improve upon their accomplishments this season with the acquisition of some promising recruits, and fur- ther development from returning players. To fill the void left by the Lords’ all-time scoring leader Anthony Batchelor, several players will be forced to step up to catapult the Lords among the elite of the On- tario Colleges Athletic Associa- tion, said head coach Desmond Rowley. Returning players Tyler Pelley, Courtney Small, Dave Parks and Eric Smith will look to spearhead a unit that finished with the most regular season wins in college his- tory in the 2008-2009 campaign. However, the team’s most valu- Photo by Nathaniel Smith able player, Eric Smith, will have to carry the mantle of team lead- er, and elevate his game this up- FOUR HORSEMEN: From left: Dave Parks,Tyler Pelley, Eric Smith, Courtney Small are gearing up for the season. coming season to help the Lords named to the East Region all- out the 10 remaining roster spots er. They are expected to provide an “We will take them along slow- achieve greater success. rookie team, and East Region with new players. However, highly immediate impact for the Lords, ly, but we expect big things from “Eric will be our leader and he all-star second team. Team cap- touted recruits that will join the said Rowley. them this season.” has to fill that position as our best tains Small and Pelley will also be Lords this season will occupy “We expect our recruits to have Rowley is also optimistic that player, but our team is very bal- counted on to provide leadership three spots. an immediate impact because the Lords can continue their win- anced so he won’t have a heavy and big performances this up- The players are Tyler McGar- they have a lot of experience play- ning ways this season. “We did workload,” said Rowley. coming season, said Rowley. rity, a former St. Clair Saints, and ing on previous college teams and very well last season and the sky Smith led the Lords with 18.6 Tryouts were held Sept. 21 to University of Winsor Lancers, clubs, and we expect good results,” is the limit. We are expecting big points per game, and he was 24 with the Lords looking to fill McKasey Samuel and Ryan Fraz- said Rowley. things this season.” 28 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 SPORTS NEWS Lords strike up good start “Goals are always nice, but as By Don Campbell long as we are winning that’s all Chronicle Staff that matters,” said Dignoti. The George Brown game was Deep into second half injury in many ways a microcosm of time and losing 3-2 to the George the Lords season thus far – a free- Brown Huskies, it looked as if the wheeling offensive performance Durham Lords would drop their matched by a gritty, spirited team first three points of the season. effort that has seen the Lords That is until Sebastian Dignoti come from behind on a few occa- took control of the ball on the edge sions. of the 18-yard box. Dignoti and fellow first year With his back to the goal, the striker Agya Oppong-Kyekyeku, first-year striker turned and curled who is tied for fourth in the OCAA a perfect left-footed strike that with three goals on the year, have sailed over the outstretched arms linked up well early on the season. Photo by Don Campbell of the helpless Huskies keeper to Dignoti, an aggressive player with tie the game at three. Dignoti im- plenty of pace, has given opposi- GOOOOOOAL: Agya Oppong-Kyekyeku (right) of Durham College battles for the ball mediately sprinted to the bench, tion backlines fits and has forced with Daniel Haneo (left) in a victory over Centennial College. where he jumped into the waiting two penalty shots already this sea- arms of jubilant teammates and son. first four games. Despite having 13 first-year in the season will also play an im- coaching staff. “Whenever I am “Sebastian is a prolific goal- The only downside to the Lords players, Bombino is most im- portant role in the playoff drive, around goal, the first thing I’m try- scorer who works hard,” said season so far has been a few de- pressed with his team’s depth, especially given four of the last five ing to do is score,” he said. Lords head coach Stan Bombino. fensive lapses, especially off of set which came in handy against Cen- games will be played on the road. And score he has. “But he has good players around pieces. According to Bombino, tennial when the Lords had five “We cannot afford to drop Since joining the Lords this him, and that has been crucial to whatever defensive breakdowns regulars out of the lineup and still points early in the season be- season, Dignoti has been a revela- his success also.” have happened are all part of a managed a 3-1 win. cause early last season we lost 1-0 tion. He currently sits tied for first Durham looks strong in mid- team unused to playing with each “Our strength is our speed and at home to St. Lawrence and we in OCAA scoring with six on the field with returning fifth-year other. ball possession, but I think this ended up missing the playoffs by a season and a goal per game aver- Trevor Delpippo and last season’s “I would like to see everyone gel year more than previous years we point,” said Bombino. age of 1.50. rookie of the year Jordan Suther- a little more as a team,” said Bom- have a lot of depth,” he said. “With “At the beginning of the year I More importantly, his timely land causing havoc down the bino. “There have been several all the injuries we have at the mo- told the guys they can’t take any- scoring has helped pole-vault the wing. First-year Jelani De Jonge times when guys are drifting away, ment, depth will be important if thing for granted because every Lords into first place in the OCAA has also slotted nicely into the losing position too easily and giv- we want to make provincials.” regular season game is like a play- standings and to the team’s best starting lineup and has looked ing up too much space. Mostly it’s Picking up points at home early off game in this league.” start in years. more than comfortable over the a matter of discipline.” Dancers side-step their Goal scoring a big way into varsity sports question mark for Gens this season By Ashley Smith “Although dance might not tario, they all love to dance and Chronicle Staff be considered a typical sport,” they all have committed them- By Kevin Hall works hard every night, and isn’t said Ryan, “having it recognized selves 100 per cent to an exciting Chronicle Staff complacent,” said DePiero. It pays to have passion, dedi- as a varsity sport allows it to be year ahead. It looks like support- The coach did have some op- cation and perseverance here on appreciated and understood by ers can expect an entertaining The Oshawa Generals are go- timistic things to say about his the Durham College and UOIT more of the population.” season. The team is scheduled ing to need to find some scoring if team. He believes Calvin de Haan, campus, and that is exactly what Ryan and MacDougall said to compete against other On- they hope to have any success in a first-round pick of the Islanders, head coaches of the new UOIT having funding for dance at the tario universities and colleges in the upcoming season. to be a superstar in the making, Ridgebacks Varsity Dance Pack university level is a big step for March 2010, including the third “Guys weren’t recognizing that and made comparisons to the Ma- have in spades. the dance world. annual BAM (Bust-A-Move) uni- they are playing for jobs,” said ple Leafs’ Tomas Kaberle. This September is a historic “It means people are recog- versity/college dance competi- head coach Chris DePiero when “He’s an outstanding player. time for the squad as they em- nizing that dance is an impor- tion here on campus. BAM is the asked how the preseason was go- There’s no doubt in my mind that bark on their inaugural year as tant form of expression as well first university dance competi- ing. he’s going to be a star,” said De- varsity members of the UOIT as physical activity, and that it is tion to be completely organized Oshawa recently had a home Piero. He couldn’t tell whether de athletic department. just as important as having var- and run by students and re- and home exhibition series with Haan could be called up to play in UOIT graduates Mallory sity hockey, soccer, basketball or ceived the most successful club Kitchener that, coach DePiero the NHL this year, but mentioned Ryan and Candice MacDougall any other sport,” said Ryan. event from the Student Associa- said, could have gone better. it may be a bit early in his develop- created the Dance Pack, for- Auditions for the 2009/2010 tion in 2008. “We need to find goal scoring ment to leave the OHL. merly known as the UOIT Dance season wrapped up on Sept. 14, “Choreographers have been by committee, not just based on A player to watch this year Company, three years ago and and from those auditions, 18 working extremely hard over the one line,” said DePiero. will most certainly be Parnham, have been closely monitored by talented and elite dancers were past four months in preparation In previous years the team was whose pure goal scoring ability the athletics department ever selected to form the first-ever for this season,” said Ryan. “We perhaps too reliant on offensive was overlooked in the NHL draft since. UOIT Ridgebacks Dance Pack. will be presenting routines in studs such as John Tavares and this year. Parnham had 50 goals Due to the high volume of “All of the dancers this year Hip Hop, Lyrical, Jazz, Contem- Brett Parnham. Tavares was part (second only to Tavares’ 58) and students interested in audition- are extremely talented and have porary and African Jazz.” of a huge blockbuster trade last 76 points last year for Oshawa, but ing as well as the number of sup- a very diverse set of skills,” said The road ahead may not be season that saw him go to the because of his undersized frame porters on campus throughout Ryan. “ The majority of dancers an easy one, but Ryan and Mac- London Knights, while Parnham was passed over by NHL clubs. the past three seasons, the ath- on our team still have a few years Dougall are prepared to face any is currently at the Ottawa Senators Echoes of Martin St. Louis may letics department noticed this left at UOIT and will be crucial in challenges head on. training camp, and was unable to be following the 5’9” Parnham. team was more than just a club carrying the team forward and “We expect the team to be pa- join the team in their bout with Look for him to have something to and decided to support the am- building in years to come.” tient as we go through our first Kitchener. prove this year. bitious group. This year’s selected dancers trial year and be open to change The coach believes the lack of Christian Thomas is set for a Although obtaining varsity have a special role because they and new ideas,” said Ryan. “It will scoring could be addressed by the breakout year, as DePiero believes status is an honour for the team, will be responsible for setting the take some time for people to rec- addition of Parnham, but doesn’t he has taken his game to a new lev- it is an even bigger step in the pace for the future of the Dance ognize our team and understand want to be reliant on that. Whether el this year, and has become one of world of dance. Pack, added Ryan and MacDou- where we come from, but it will Parnham returns or not, the coach the Generals brightest young stars. Dance is recognized as an gall. happen.” is looking for people to step up. Despite losing Tavares last art form in our culture, however Although these dancers Keep an eye open for updates The Generals lost both games year, the Generals are not with- there is also a competitive ele- come to the team with diverse- on performances or visit www. to Kitchener, which has the coach out a good group of young talent, ment that is often overlooked by backgrounds, they have much in uoitridgebacks.com/varsity/ worried about his team’s competi- and could prove to be competitive sports fans. common; they are all from On- dance. tiveness this year. if they can work out the kinks in “We want to be a team that their drive to win. The Chronicle September 29, 2009 29 SPORTS NEWS Playoffs in sight for Ridgebacks?

John Tavares. By Joshua Smart “Jason Guy, in my mind, was Chronicle Staff the best (goaltender) available to universities out of the OHL,” said So begins another season at the Muylaert. Dog Pound for the UOIT Ridge- The looming issue for the backs men’s hockey team. The Ridgebacks was goals against av- Ridgebacks hope to come off their erage, which was around 5.5 in the most successful season since the first half of the season, and 3.5 in program has been offered and be the second half. Muylaert said he’s more of a contender this year. addressed that issue with the de- Last season the Ridgebacks fensive and goaltending acquisi- finished with 19 points, the most tions. they’ve ever achieved in a season, The Ridgebacks said goodbye but yet not enough to make the to Rob Pearson this year. The ex- playoffs. Leaf went to coach his son, who “The first half of the season was plays triple A hockey. In his place disappointing,” said Coach Marlin is Todd Reid, who used to play for Muylaert. “I think we only won two Muylaert when he coached the hockey games, and quite frankly Guelph Gryphons in the early ‘90s. our expectations were loftier than Reid is comfortable with Muy- that. But we made some personnel laert’s system of coaching and his additions at Christmas time, and defensive strategies. in the second half of the season we Expect to see a different Ridge- were a 500 hockey club.” backs team this year. It was a busy off-season for the “You’re going to see good, very Ridgebacks. They made several physical, very hard-working two- key acquisitions that should prove way hockey,” said Muylaert about beneficial to their success this sea- his hockey club. “We’ve got a good son. blueline that can keep pucks in, John McCullough, Jeff Barletta and pinch down, and be aggres- and Mike Ball are all big bodies sive.” that should add some depth on the The Ridgebacks won their first blueline. Muylaert said they had a pre-season game in a one-sided lot of depth in the top four defence- affair against the Ryerson Rams on men last year, but he thought they Sept. 19. The score was 5-2. were thin after that. Brent Varty “The first win is always the best,” had to play defence last year, and said newcomer Barletta. “The first now with the bolstered blueline period I was a little rusty, I had to he can play forward, which is his get back to game action.” natural position. The coach said it’s It was a physical game that saw like an upgrade in both areas. the Ridgebacks penalty killing Photo by Joshua Smart The Ridgebacks also acquired squad play more than they prob- forwards Scott Baker, Dustin Cur- ably wanted to. Even with all of the ran and Chris McGuffin. opportunities, the Rams were un- THE PUCK DROPS HERE: Rookie goalie Jason Guy suits up for his first game with the “There isn’t an area of the game able to score a powerplay goal. blue and whites against the Ryerson Rams. that we don’t see the Ridgebacks The coach isn’t concerned with improving on this year,” said Muy- the penalties. “We want our guys Conference Rookie of the Year, to be a lot better (this year).” “I have no issue going out and laert. finishing hits; that’s our way,” said didn’t dress for the game against Vatri amassed 32 points in publicly stating that I expect the This, of course, includes goal- Muylaert. the Rams, but he will be instru- his rookie season with the Ridge- Ridgebacks to be, not just in the tending. In the off-season the Baker, a former OHL player, mental in the success of the Ridge- backs. playoffs, but a playoff contender,” Ridgebacks lured highly sought- said after the game, “I had a blast backs this season. With all these new additions, said Muylaert. after goalie Jason Guy, who played tonight; we have a really good “I think last year was only a and the development of players, Fans can catch the Ridgebacks with the London Knights last year, team this year.” sample of what he’s capable of do- the coaching staff is saying the home opener on Oct. 3 at the alongside NHL first overall pick Josh Vatri, last year’s Western ing,” said Muylaert. “I expect him playoffs are in sight. Campus Ice Centre. Women’s team looking for rebound Hare will have a difficult time transitioning from By Nathaniel Smith the team leader of the U19 Durham Eclipse junior Chronicle Staff  women’s basketball team to main contributor for the Lords. Rebounding from a 4-10 season is the objective “Hare is a player with a lot of experience and she for the Durham College women’s basketball team, comes from a winning program,” said Baulk. “We and with a greater focus on attention to detail and are excited about her potential and we expect an team unity, the Lords intend to ascend up the On- immediate impact from her.” tario Colleges Athletic Association standings. A lot is expected from Hare and the other play- Returning players Kenesha Stinchcombe- ers that make the team. The Lords captain and Brown, Jessica Newton, Laura Tomek and Erin Em- team most valuable player Erin Emery will be a ery intend to bring a veteran presence and stability focal point. Her talent and leadership have carried to a roster that will be welcoming several new play- the Lords. ers after tryouts conclude Sept. 24. “Erin is our captain and she has done every- With only four players returning from the 2008- thing we have asked as a player,” said Baulk. 2009 campaign, new players will be counted on to Second-year starter and 2008-2009 all-rookie help create a winning foundation, said head coach team member Jessica Newton will help shoulder Tim Baulk. the load for the Lords in the upcoming season. However, coach Baulk is also aware that the After looking back at the negatives of last season team is a work in progress and it is still too early Baulk has put an emphasis on team defence, and to determine how well the women’s team will per- improved attention to detail, unity and execution. form in the upcoming season. With all of those components Baulk is optimistic “We haven’t had a lot of practice time like some that the players can come together and be a very of the top-ranked colleges in the OCAA because good team in time. “We were in every game and we we are still in the preliminary stages of creating our competed well with the top teams in the OCAA,” roster,” said Baulk. he said. “If we improve our free throw percentage Photo by Nathaniel Smith While potential impact players are being deci- as a team and have better execution in the final FULL COURT PRESS: Players anxiously await instruc- phered by the Lords coaching staff there is little stretches of games we will be able to compete at a tion at women’s basketball tryouts. doubt among the coaches that top recruit Kelsey very high level this season.” 30 The Chronicle September 29, 2009 SPORTS NEWS Coach goes over to the other side

By Miranda Roach Chronicle Staff

The Durham Lords women’s soccer team says farewell to its head coach of the last 10 seasons, as the University of Ontario Insti- tute of Technology athletic depart- ment has hired Vaso Vujanovic as head coach of the new Ridgebacks men’s soccer team. After working at Durham Col- lege for 32 years, Vujanovic de- cided he needs another challenge. He began coaching the Durham Lords men’s team in 1973. He re- turned to DC in 1999, as the head coach of the women’s team, bring- ing them to the national level. “It was a great success. I did my job there and it’s time to move on, you know.” He recalls sitting at the kitchen table with his wife, drinking a cup of tea, when the idea of applying for the position dawned on him. One morning he woke up and ac- tually decided to do it. This is the first time soccer has been brought to UOIT and it’s all because of the students. Students pushed for a team, the Student As- sociation had a vote and the team was approved. The team was made official at Photo by Miranda Roach the annual general meeting of On- tario University Athletics (OUA) this spring. UOIT COACH: Vaso Vujanovic, head coach of the men’s soccer team, stands in the field after practice. The Ridgebacks will play about 10 exhibition games this year, until be visiting other schools, recruit- the top. “I feel I’m very successful so bright. Vujanovic has noticed needs to do. He wants to continue they’re ready for the 16-game sea- ing more. There are many talents in my life. I look at challenges as that few female students are inter- coaching for another five years, son in the OUA West division next but lots of work to do since it’s their opportunities and there are never ested and doesn’t believe there is maybe even 10. fall. first time playing together. any problems, just issues that can enough field space on campus to Vujanovic plans to go on as So far, the team has 22 to 25 The goal for next season is to be fixed,” said Vujanovic. support the four teams. long as he can, so that UOIT can good players and Vujanovic will be fourth or fifth in the division The future of having a women’s The 68-year-old misses the be the best, just like DC. and in the next five years, to be at soccer team at UOIT doesn’t look Lords, but this is something he Former soccer great is back understand what it takes to be a By Paul Rellinger champion, both on the field and Chronicle Staff in the classroom,” said Staley. “I know the honour and pride of How do you replace a soccer playing for the Lords and I am ex- legend? Simply replace him with cited for the opportunity to coach another legend. and lead the women’s soccer pro- DurhamCollege Athletic gram.” Director Ken Babcock has an- After his graduation, Staley nounced that Dave Staley, former jumped right into coaching and DC soccer great, will replace Vaso enjoyed numerous successes. Vujanovic as head coach of the “Coaching over the past 11 women’s soccer team. years has allowed me to gain “After a highly competitive se- valuable experience necessary to lection process, we are pleased lead the Lords program,” Staley to be able to bring in a coach of said. “I have the passion and the David’s calibre and enthusiasm,” drive to succeed and would like to Babcock said in a media release. continue on from the legacy Vaso “These are awfully big shoes has left.” to fill in replacing an OCAA col- Vujanovic left his role as the lege legend,” said Babcock. “We women’s head coach to become expect David to continue our … the UOIT men’s soccer head tradition of success in women’s coach. soccer.” “Unfortunately, one trophy Staley is one of the most suc- eluded my playing career and that cessful athletes to ever don a was the CCAA national cham- Lords jersey. In four seasons on pionship,” said Staley. “I would the soccer pitch, Staley won three love the opportunity to guide the OCAA provincial medals and was women’s team to that champion- named an OCAA all-star three ship.” times. In 1997, he was named After a 14-0 victory coaching team captain and led the men’s Photo by Paul Rellinger debut over St. Lawrence College soccer team to the provincial title during the Lords home opener, and then went on to finish fourth NEW COACH: Dave Staley has been hired as women’s soccer head coach at Durham. Staley was all smiles. at the national championships. “The team was excellent to- That same year, Staley was CCAA All-Canadian, the men’s year. tired his jersey. day,” he said. “Our team passed named the men’s soccer MVP the ball around great and finished and an OCAA all-star. The fol- soccer MVP for the second time, His day in the sun came in “My playing career at Durham and the DC overall athlete of the 1999, when Durham College re- has given me the opportunity to well. Everyone in the lineup con- lowing season, he was named a tributed to the win.” The Chronicle September 29, 2009 31 SPORTS NEWS Lords & Ridgebacks Standings

OUA Men’s Tennis CIBA Men’s Baseball Team GP W L PTS. 1.) Waterloo 5 5 0 10 Team GP W L GBL 2.) Toronto 3 2 1 4 1.)St. Clair Saints 8 8 0 - 3.) York 1 1 0 2 2.)York Lions 8 4 4 4 4.) McMaster 3 1 2 2 3.)Queens Gaels 8 2 6 6 5.) Western 4 1 3 2 4.) Durham Lords 8 2 6 6 6.) Montreal 1 0 1 0 7.) UOIT 3 0 3 0 OUA Women’s Tennis Team GP W L PTS. OCAA Women’s Fastball 1.) Western 4 4 0 8 2.) York 2 2 0 4 Team W L Points 3.) Waterloo 4 2 2 4 1.) St. Clair 5 1 10 4.) Montreal 1 1 0 2 2.) Durham 4 0 8 5.) Toronto 3 1 2 2 3.) Seneca 2 4 4 6.) McMaster 3 0 3 0 4.) Conestoga 1 1 2 7.) UOIT 3 0 3 0 32 The Chronicle September 29, 2009