Western 101: the 101 (Or So) Things You Need to Know About Western
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August 22, 2013 / Vol. 49 No. 20 WESTERN 101: The 101 (or so) things you need to know about Western THE FOOD ISSUE AS YOU GET YOUR FIRST TASTE OF WESTERN, JOIN THE WESTERN NEWS IN CELEBRATING EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT UNIVERSITY LIFE, HIGHLIGHTING THE CULINARy – AS WELL AS THE ACAdemic – ASPECTS OF YOUR JOURNEY. PM 41195534 2 Western101News | August 22, 2013 WESTERN 101: The 101 (or so) things you need to know about Western WELCOME TO WESTERN CONSIDER THIS OUR WELCOME GIFT TO YOU. WHO’S YOUR DADDY? On the pages of this publication, Western 101, you’ll discover the first 101 things you was a necessary thing, and the need to know about studying and living on papers were filled with letters BISHOP ISAAC to the editor, both in support of this campus. (To be honest, there are probably and in opposition to the idea. more than 101 things, but we just liked the ring The enabling legislation met HELLMUTH of the name.) stiff resistance, but wove its way Also on these pages, you’ll be introduced to through committees of the legis- the campus food culture (and a bit beyond as lature - no doubt assisted by the WORKED well) through the amazing people and state- fact that Hellmuth was married to the sister-in-law of the Minister of-the-art places providing you the fuel for of Education. The bill granting a TIRELESSLY TO your studies. Believe me, gone are the days of charter for Western was eventu- cafeteria trays and mystery meats; we’re talking ally authorized in 1878, but only some gourmet delights here. after an impassioned speech by SEE THAT THE As you look forward to tomorrow, don’t for- Premier Oliver Mowat. get to take a moment to look back. Thank those Modern graduates of Western tend to be unaware their alma who have been behind you all these years to get FLEDGLING mater was originally a church you here today. university and that its first facul- Remember your family, who sacrificed so ties were divinity and medicine, UNIVERSITY much for the last two decades. Remember your which operated side by side in the same building. Its first friends, who supported you throughout and SCOTT WOODS ILLUSTRATION whose gifts you will carry for a lifetime. Remem- teachers were clergymen of the SURVIVED. ber your teachers, who worked tirelessly to help Church of England, and its first BISHOP ISAAC HELLMUTH was a rare combination, even in 19th- chancellors were the Bishops you succeed. century circles. Born in Poland to Jewish parents, his father was of Huron. In fact, in the begin- . And don’t forget to remember yourself. a rabbi and Hellmuth himself trained to be a rabbi. While being ning the Faculty of Arts closed A university degree is not achieved without educated at the University of Breslau, his religious convictions down for a time, which seems a a certain amount of personal dedication and changed in conversation with missionaries from the Lutheran long way away from the massive sacrifice. You could be doing something else, Church and the Church of England. Disowned by his father for institution of learning, with some perhaps something far more fun, but you have his conversion, Hellmuth took his mother’s name and moved to 260,000 alumni from more than England. To this day, his father’s name remains unknown. 140 countries around the world, chosen a difficult, yet rewarding path. Hellmuth saw that a university needed to be founded in Lon- which has grown from its church Know there are literally hundreds of us on don, so he pledged $10,000 of his own money and whatever else roots. this campus standing at the ready to help you he could do to procure a charter for the new school. The London succeed. Best of luck to you. community was not unanimous in believing that a local university Now, get to work. - From William Cliff’s Bishop Isaac Helmuth. Read in its entirety at alumni.uwo.ca/connect/founders-day/hellmuth.html. Jason Winders Western News Editor Western101News | August 22, 2013 3 HOUSING Top 10 things to know about residence Residence can be an intimidating place and for many students; it is their first home away from home. Liv- ing on campus has its perks, including the ability to wake up minutes before your first class of the day and having a meal plan that gives you unlimited access to food across campus. Here are the Top 10 tips on how to survive and thrive in residence, as recommended by residence staff. GET INVOLVED. There are many volunteer opportunities and activities to participate in within the Western residence community: join residents’ council, become a fire warden or attend a late-night weekend program. There’s always something to do and someone who shares your interests. SOCIAL MEDIA. Check out ‘Rez Life Western’ on Facebook and Twitter. Contests are run regularly for chances to win residence swag, and important information is posted to keep you in the loop about what’s going on within Rez Life. GOOD EATS. Hospitality Services are the people who make the excellent food available in the dining halls. Don’t see what you want on the menu? Use the selections in the dining hall to create options suiting your tastes. For example, scoop some ice cream from the freezer into LIVI NG OFF CAMPUS? a glass of pop from the soda fountain and make an ice cream float. Or combine some fries with gravy from the soup station and cheese curds from the fridge to make poutine – the possibilities are endless. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS RESIDENCE LIFE COORDINATORS. Every residence has a live-in, full-time professional residence life coordinator who provides leadership to the residence staff members, sophs and residents’ council. They also OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING WHILE MANY FIRST-YEAR students choose chose to live in oversee the daily residence life operations within the building. Get residence, those renting space in the London community have to know them; they are here to ensure your residence experience is a SERVICES OFFERS an on-campus advocate to assist them. rewarding one. They love to hear your ideas about how to make you feel more at home and can suggest ways to get involved. EVErythING FROM Off-Campus Housing Services offers everything from media- tion service to housing listings. Their staff is involved in edu- UPPER YEARS. There’s something for everyone in residence – not just MEDIatION SERVICE cating students about off-campus living and keeping them the first years! While upper years act as great peer mentors and role informed about current issues. models for our first year students, upper years can also take advantage TO HOUSING LISTINGS. of focused-programming for their specific needs, trivia nights, grad Housing and Ancillary Services also has off-campus advisors school info sessions, and their very own residence within London Hall. on staff trained to provide assistance, information and support THEIR StaFF IS INVOLVED to students facing issues such as landlord or renting problems, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. This is generally the first time most students have bylaw questions, roommate disagreements and any other issue lived away from home. If you find yourself eating alone in the dining IN EDUcatING or concern that may arise when students are living off-campus. hall, why not take the opportunity to sit with a stranger, introduce yourself and make a new friend? STUDENTS ABOUT To connect with the off-campus advisors, email [email protected] or phone 519-661-3787. SUNGLASSES. Have you seen the Rez Life sunglasses yet? This coveted OFF-CAMPUS LIVING swag you see sophs and staff wearing are customized for each As students prepare to move off campus in their upper years, residence and can be won throughout the year. Keep an eye on Rez AND KEEPING THEM Off-Campus Housing Services provides useful information on Life Western social media outlets to find out how to win a pair. legal liability, vandalism, property upkeep, liquor offences and INFORMED ABOUT other issues. Active housing listings are posted on the Off- FRONT DESK STAFF. Don’t know the best place to order a late-night Campus Housing Service website and throughout the year, pizza? Not sure where a specific building is on campus? A front-desk CURRENT ISSUES. monthly newsletters are sent to students addressing current clerk or secretary is available 24 hours a day to help students with their issues and offer tips and advice, such as reminding students questions or concerns. to give landlords written notice to vacate 60 days prior to the end of their lease. IN-REZ ENTERTAINMENT. The front desk is not only a place to sign out your spare-key or pick up the mail. Did you know in most residence If you require a lease review or have any other off-campus buildings you can sign-out gaming systems, DVDs, pool cues and other housing related questions or concerns, contact the Housing forms of entertainment? Take a study break and make new friends by Mediation Service in Elgin Hall Room 102, phone 519-661-3787 challenging them to a game or invite them to a movie marathon. or email [email protected]. The Facilities Management staff at Western FACILITIES MANAGEMENT. More information about living off-campus is available at will become your best friends. The caretakers become a part of your has.uwo.ca/housing/. floor community, as you will see them every day on your floor providing light cleaning to the shared washrooms and hallways.