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Volume 42 Issue 21 Wednesday January 29 2003 www. wl usp.com

Acclaimed

to fame

WLUSU/WLUSP campaigning

begins; six positions acclaimed

while thirty-four BOD

candidates "probably a record"

tion. "I think she'll do a fantastic Stefan Sereda job," speculates David Field.

Jardine notes that she is "excited

You nominated them, now you about getting the position." Bryn Boyce have to decide between an WLUSP's new Board of

Molson Canadian Blind Date band I Mother at while Laurier number of Earth make rock star poses The Turret, unprecedented Directors was also acclaimed, 28. students pretend their evening with Axl Rose look-a-likes is going well. Full story on page candidates Election on as it was last year. Unlike

Day. With four three candidates, year, only spaces for the Students' vying on the Board were filled,

Union presidency and a j (lastwith Jeebhan Bains, PIRG LANDs on elections whopping thirty-four run-v Sandra McKenzie, and

ning for the WLUSU Wayne Money representing

Board of this the acted their Directors, is three-person quota of Stefan Sereda to the already large number of other six members on

to be two going one epic directors. Last year, five BOD candidates. own behalf. However, the Doherty: acclaimed election. members said that add leaders did the were Never let it no commu- "These people to a good "encourage"

Despite the tremendous num- acclaimed. nity spirit exists within Laurier's variety of candidates running," members of their organizations

ber of contenders, there was also a This election's Chief LAND who were interested in to Returning many groups and clubs. states Anthony Piscitelli, politics

number of acclama- Officer Vic significant Truong, who hosted the Especially when one of these President and BOD nominee. "It's run for the BOD.

tions this All Candidates at the at year's meeting, also announced clubs mobilizes in an effort to good to hear everyone's opin- The leaders were startled

for the student WLUSU's Executive student Piscitelli received. "No Meeting upcoming new Vice change politics. ion." stresses. response they

elections. The held on President: the to forced the meeting, University Affairs, With the candidates. that way hear, one anyone, Thursday, January 23, not only Meighan Doherty. "I think she's running for WLUSU'sj Vthese opinions is y whole point was not run- set off the electoral with race a great person for the job," Board of Directors for students to Ining for the sake of run- but a bang, it also put to said current VP: University announced, it is striking- exercise theirl ning, but because I

rest about Affairs other any questions Kristi Edwards that more' /political to' 112 thought they [the ly apparent ' right 7 \ who the new VP: about "I PIRG Doherty. think than a quarter of the nom- vote on February 6. LAND candidates]

Affairs would she's the Of the would do a University a good person to rep- inees belong to asso- nine mem- good job," and who be, would be students to the vari- ciative LAND PIRG bers, only said Borrelli. The PIRG resent ■\nthonv Piscitelli Michael Borrelli

Student ous institutions that PIRG President remains confi- administrating we groups on campus. Piscitelli,

rv Ii • i Publications business deal with. Borrelli and dent these [WLUSU] Nine of the thirty-four Students' President Michael in candidates, espe-

in the 2003/2004 jardine: All alone I'm with in the first who year. happy this Union BOD contenders are Greg Smith decided to run tan- cially year nominees

Laura Jardine, cur- transmission." Edwards' members of the Laurier Activist dem. "The only official grouping he described as "enthusiastic."

a member of the WLUSP sentiments reflected rently Doherty's New Democrats, and/or the of candidates would be me, Greg,

Board of has been acclaimed: Laurier Directors, own feelings on being Students for a Public and Anthony together," offered

acclaimed Student Publications "I'm excited to start and and as next year, Interest Research Group. These Borrelli. Both Borrelli

President for the feel following year. I really encouraged on getting nine individuals have contributed Piscitelli commented that the (continued on page 3)

Jardine has won the current to work on projects." However,

WLUSP President's recommenda- Doherty insists that it is still impor- tant to vote for the other positions Men's hockey lambasted up for grabs.

twice There are as many candi- Inside dates in the presidential race this Yeomen that out with three Shawn Parker came guns blazing, firing with Ed year, Ryan Vogel's, Lindsay Yeomen. of their first six shots past hapless goaltencler

Markle's, Dan Herman's and Tudor A News 2 common man, or one of the commonly of the first VanHerpt. Coach Mark French proceeded to pull

Election Costache's names in the WLUSU free in his but fel- Platforms 4 or most respectable class; a freeholder; a man VanHerpt, hopes of inspiring players,

Opinion 9 hat. born. low rookie net minder Justin

Student Life 14 Apart from announcing a While a be a would fair no better yeoman may York 10, Laurier 1 Day list of BOD Feature 18 tremendously long man of distinguished class, between the pipes.

candidates, what thinks "is Business 20 Truong there was nothing respectable about the beating that The Hawks seemed to be energized by the

International 24 probably a record," he addressed the York men's laid the and University hockey team on change on an ensuing power play centre Jason for the Sports 26 some new policies cam- Laurier Golden Hawks this past Saturday. Bullock nearly snuck the puck past the York goal-

Laurier the with of the Entertainment 28 paigning process. came into game high expectations tender. Nonetheless, this would remain one

Classifieds and 31 hoped to gain ground on Mid-West division only quality chances Laurier would see all night, as

Arts 3) York the 32 (continued on page leading in standings. However, it was the (continued on page 26) 2 News Wednesday January 29 ?nm

Bar pinch LSFL philanthropy

UWstudents invade Laurier's personal space; Turret packed

Bryn Boyce beyond their combined capacity of 636. "Considering it's the 3rd

week of did An abnormally large number of January, we extreme-

Stroh who University of Waterloo students ly well," commented

have been flocking to Laurier. No continued to mention that they

hot the reached about half-an- it's not our girls, or many capacity a

sale in the hour earlier. consumer products for

it's the Turret held concourse daily, and certainly Coincidentally,

not Rosehart's endearing smile. its free WLU-student only concert

needs this UW's As it turns, out all Laurier to past Monday, leaving

mid-week drinkers out of luck at quadruple its campus population

is alcohol, not triple-room dorms. Laurier.

The still its Like insects to a fluorescent Turret, celebrating

bars and renovations, held its final of three light, on-campus nearby

meant to showcase its Jennifer watering holes have seen swarms events Asselin LSFL Trillium with hilarious new-look this Monday. The Camp novelty it's bigger than a normal of aspiring engineers and mathe- past presents cheque... cheque, s'funny... "Blind Date" maticians frequenting their estab- heavily publicized

free for facilitates activities for children lishments. was a completely concert Bryn Boyce Campbell praised the supporters

students that and their families the because The UW bars were shut down the promised a mys- throughout "they weren't just walk-

after Band'. Do remember those and treatment for for indefinitely on January 20 tery 'Big you great diagnosis phases. ing us, they were walking

The concert was designed to summer on the An of 400 Ontario chil- the children." the joint administration system camp experiences average celebrate the Turret's look lake? Where shot dren with Cancer The relies the between the Administration and new you canoed, are diagnosed organization on

of Students broke with three a and around and of the the Federation events, Banquet arrows sang flickering every year. support generosity

had been Club and the Blind embers? let The is in both the financial down. The system set Dinner, Night Mom never me play camp experience an community

of of the that and volunteer The staff to in wake of a brutal Date, with arrows. some part activities aspects. up beating explained Programming Regardless, integral Phil all of Trillium It volunteer ratio about 1:1 in the outside Fed Hall on New Years and Promotions Manager, the fondest memories in Camp organizes. owns is

and it draws Eve. Champagne. The Banquet dinner childhood are enshrined in these 2 campgrounds, Rainbow Lake organization tempo-

that and which offer volunteers from as far The Administration voiced thanked the contributors magical summer weeks. Garratt's Island, rary away

student made the The Students For and winter as Australia. their concerns over the renovations possible Laurier summer camping

intro- were to LSFL, hot off the success of their management and has now pulled and the regular club night Literacy (LSFL) pleased experiences.

to duced the to the stu- Trillium, chil- The cost to send a child on a Walk for are planning the liquor license privileges away new Turret present Camp a Literacy, continue their from the FEDS. dents. dren's camp, with a novelty sized week long camping experience is community sup-

in works in of this The $500. was elated to find that A book drive is the The UW administration con- The A-Team was charge cheque past Monday. LSFL port. for later the The drive is license and has the Blind Date's 600 was the in year. trols the liquor an distributing $1,500.00 cheque gratefully $1,500 surplus they generated

concert. Hoekstra from from their 9th annual Walk For intended to recycle Laurier stu- agreement with the FEDS allow- tickets issued for the The accepted by Lisa

ensured tickets Trillium could send 3 children to dent's old children's books ing them to operate Fed Hall and organizers that the Camp. Literacy

Bomber and handed who holds the to The autonomously were won not just Hoekstra, modestly camp. throughout community

out to the students. title of Volunteers The November 10th Walk for children in need. under that license. This is very Champagne the 'Manager

7 raised total of The Walk for con- similar to the between that the A-Team was and Event Literacy a $3,500, Literacy greatly agreement explains Special Development ,

reach wider audience for LSFL's tributed to Camp Trillium's efforts WLUSU and Laurier's administra- tapped to a praised LSFL its generous surpassing $2,000 target.

and has to continue to tion. The FEDS have since object- and helped in the "promotion donation to her charity. "I think it's This target was needed to update LSFL plans the future Walks. deci- and execution" of the wonderful that their own resources and aid Camp in ed to the administration's areas you are working pro- LSFL's enhanced sion to suspend liquor sales, event. for a charity." grams. newly budget event Trillium was chosen as the will new community claiming that this act is contrary I Mother Earth graced the Camp Trillium is a non-gov- Camp open

about that because of "its for the growing to previous agreements. stage at 10:30pm on ernmental organization pro- secondary charity options rapidly said 130 student-volunteer While the FEDS and UW fight Monday night in front of several vides activities for children diag- focus on the kids," Emily army.

the hundred Turret The nosed with The Campbell, LSFL Coordinator. it out in conference rooms, goers. Cancer. Camp

student bystanders are still look- Canadian band was thought to be HRS outlet. the choice for the MEDICAL ASSIST 1150 ing for a refreshing right campus, THU JAN 23/03 Migration has begun. when the decision came down to for An ambulance was called a The Turret and Wilf's saw a shortlist of several bands. I

Bag O' Crime who on the stairs student slipped greater interest over the weekend Mother Earth beat out Our Lady the main to the and Eleven hit the outside entrance from UW students as they sought Peace Finger to Nichols She suffered a had climbed near the of the Centre. asylum from their studies. Some Turret stage. top

tailbone and a construction crane at the King St fractured sprained unconfirmed reports state that the OLP was too expensive for MEDICAL ASSIST 1335 HRS

construction site. The two students muscle in her arm. UWAVLU ratio in the Turret was the free concert venue and Finger TUE JAN 21/03

as 70/30 on Eleven was excluded because A WLU student in the were charged by Regional as high Saturday it collapsed

MISCHIEF THU JAN 23/03 - FRI too Hall after Police for trespassing. The matter night. was felt their fan base was Dining experiencing be She will be forwarded to the Judicial JAN 24/03 Loose Change Louis' and shallow. "Our school is too con- what appeared to a seizure. broke Affairs Council. Person(s) unknown a gate Johnny Fiasco's also reported servative for some bands," com- was conscious & coherent when

the officer arrived and subse- arm at lot 20. unusually high attendance on mented Champagne. was

HRS Saturday night. Andrew Stroh, So while the FEDS battle their quently escorted to Health NOISE COMPLAINT 0440 24/03 THU 23/03 HARASSMENT FRI JAN General Manger of Louis' and Administration for control over Services. JAN receiving a to a A reported Fiasco's, said they handed out Fed Hall, Laurier is celebrating Officers responded complaint professor for his of from lot 14 letter that berated him polit- 900 number tickets above and the rebirth of the Turret. FIRE DEPT RESPONSE 2116 HRS noise coming and made inappropriate WED JAN 22/03 between the Seminary and the ical views the letter there comments. The sender of Waterloo Fire Dept responded to a Library. On arrival, were

fire alarm at the student residence approximately 150 students is unknown

The Week at 209 Regina. The alarm was engaged in a "cheer off" for winter Crime Of

carnival. The dis- caused by the resident burning her group quickly

2230 HRS SAT JAN dinner. persed when they saw the security ASSAULT vehicle approach. A member of 25/03 to walked up TRESPASS 0230 HRS THU JAN the Carnival Executive Committee An unidentified male

students in the Turret lineup 23/03 was spoken to about the inappro- two for them in the face Two WLU students were turned priate hour of the event and was and punched fled and then over to Security by Waterloo cautioned. no apparent reason

Regional Police after the students the scene. UW's decision to close the Bars Dragonpuke Z: This student angrily protests Wednesday January 29 2003 News* 3

for Election time arrives PIRG run BOD

(continued from cover) the LAND pus. Throughout year, (continued from cover) limited to what Truong described Conduct" include exceeding the held rallies during the WLUSA

as "non-public areas" of the limit on campaign expenses ($250 However, Piscitelli sees the num- strike, while PIRG members

the and other that for those for ber The hottest issue was over pro- Terrace areas serve running executive as a mixed blessing: "It organized Laurier's second hibition of "word of mouth" food. "Candidates can't for those makes but think cam- campaign positions, $125 running me nervous, I it's annual Buy Nothing Day.

in which in line at said. for the and for the student Whether these paigning profit centres, Harvey's," Truong BOD), campaigning good body." or not groups after will now be considered a cam- A violation of this rule is con- before or the predetermined When asked how they felt will be able to influence

violation. sidered fineable offense the Elections 2-005 about paigning a by times. Policy notes such a substantial number WLUSU's BOD is to be deter-

that candidate Chief that but from This means no Union's Returning Officer, campaigning consists of, is one on-campus political mined by the students on

that who $30 citation not limited to ban- the elec- Election may announce they are run- can slap a on flyers, posters, organization entering Day.

for office to votes candidate that can't classified elec- toral Chief ning or try garner any just keep ners, ads, buttons, race, WLUSU's

business establishment their mouth shut after a few tronic media and Officer Vic in any on big clothing. Returning Truong

This restricts Wilf's. Once nominee's All is offered while campus. "implicit or pints at a campaigning to cease no comment,

half-hour explicit solicitation of a vote" campaign acquires a total of $75 one following the clos- Union President Andy Pushalik while in The Turret and Wilf's, as or more in fines, that candidate ing of the polls on Election Day. remained neutral. "Anyone well the WLUSU and WLUSP will be Other offenses Polls and close who as disqualified. open February 6, wants to run can run,"

Such also listed in the election's "Code of 6. Pushalik offices. campaigning is on...February noted. "It's up to the

students to decide who to vote

for."

As for the three candidates

who decided to officially run together, Borrelli commented

that it was mutual dissatisfac-

tion with WLUSU that influ- 20,000 students partied with us last year!

enced the idea. "We were real- Quebec City from $229 ly disillusioned with the way (Optional Snowboard/Ski trips!) Union the Students' ran things Daytona Beach from $199 this year, so we figured if you Panama City Beach from $299 have do to something right, you Acapulco from $1249 well it might as do yourself."

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WLUSU President

Tudor Costache

Dissatisfaction with the Students' has increased due to WLUSU's of crisis like the staff strike. Instead of Union steadily poor handling taking a

WLUSU colourful and reechoed the Administration's rhetoric. Because of student has turned into stand, put up posters this, apathy a burning launch for and real within desire for change. It is exactly this desire that has motivated me to my platform meaningful change the Students'

Union.

To make the Students' Union a relevant institution, if elected president I shall give WLUSU new vision and direction. I shall refocus

and I'll in and student the Union on political action and representation, put place a more open interactive government.

be force -- it should be the voice of the and it should Firstly, WLUSU's main duty is to a political on campus students, carry out their

that is take and will. Thus, WLUSU should be a militant institution willing to strong politicalaction through peaceful protests demonstrations.

students should know what is within the Union. As will ensure that the is Secondly, going on president, I political system open for in input, and that WLUSU clearly communicates its actions. Once a week I shall be the Concourse discussing what WLUSU is doing for the will that will student interaction. students, and I publish a daily weblog encourage its militant attitudes and As Laurier students afford Thus, elect a president that will ensure WLUSU proactively meet new challenges through open structure. we cannot not to implement meaningful change. Now!

Dan Herman

at I would have that would be able to take of In my four years Laurier never imagined I advantage so many amazing opportunities. It is now

Laurier for its investment in the to the students of Laurier. my goal to repay me by returning Presidency

On February 6th I encourage you to vote on the following issues:

of Presidents Increased accessibility of the President with the introduction a Speaker Series to address issues such as diversity and involve-

ment

Communication to all students with the creation of a "From the Office of the President" online forum to inform students of events and

opportunities and to seek out their opinions and ideas of co-curricular (volunteer) the Students Union and Completion of the development a transcript by the University to be used by students to further their opportunities beyond our campus

Commissioning of an in-depth study into the modernization of the Fred Nichols Campus Centre to properly equip it for growth

Establishment of a forum of communication between students and faculty to facilitate a greater student role in the creation of meaningful evaluations of professors and curricu- lum

and weekends Increased flexibility of Dining Hall hours on weeknights With and for student life I want to make better Take fresh look WLUSU. On 6th my leadership skills, experience, my passion your university experience a one. a at February vote Dan Herman for President, [email protected]

Lindsay Markle

the election allows the make difference at Laurier. I because I believe that students have Voting in WLUSU you opportunity to a am running the affect the of their power to positively QUALITY university experience.

to to the administration that for the that has left students in over-crowded class- We need deliver a message they are responsible growth

rooms, residences and study spaces. increase the of administrative Opening more windows at 202 Regina during peek hours will efficiency our services. uni- The City of Waterloo must repeal the 75-metre by-law that prevents students from finding affordable housing in close proximity to the A accommodations. versity. free on-line housing registry will provide resources for students seeking

The administration must adopt a first semester reading week that will alleviate the stress of midterms and assignments. and make the Our current course evaluation system does not assess the quality of our professors and classes; we must reform our system results public. needs while alternative be made for Parking continues to be a challenge; student parking on campus to increase, parking arrangements can WLU employees. A 20% increase to the athletic budget will provide students with greater access to varsity and recreational activities.

Extending the hours of Food Services will create student employment and better meet the needs of the campus.

It's It's better elect MARKLE WLUSU PRESIDENT. It's your money, your education, your university. For QUALITY LINDSAY as Today, Tomorrow, Together.. .We Can Make A Difference. Website: www.wlusu.com/lindsaymarkle E-mail: [email protected]

Ryan Vogel

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VOGEL'S VISION - The Strength to Lead

I) WLUSU "Communication & Collaboration" for services deal with the of more demand - WLUSU faces several challenges that will require Strong Leadership to reality students, higher

and the need for better coordination throughout the Student's Union.

- Monthly roundtable meetings with all coordinators and the MC

continues - Increase the number of volunteer opportunities as growth

- Interactive, informative WLUSU website with access to all resources

II) PROFESSOR EVALUATIONS "Open, Fair and Necessary"

evaluations. Until the evaluations through - - Every term, students waste their valuable time filling out pointless current are improved, strength

and for Leadership and ACTION are needed to raise the dialogue push change!

- Committee of professors, students and administration to create a new template

- NEW evaluations available online

- Results made public

III) GROWTH "Realistic, Responsible and Smart"

is fact - but is essential hold administration find smart solutions and the Laurier - Student growth a Strong Leadership to accountable, protect community. without future - Contest 'future growth planning'

- Cap the size of lecture classes

hire for different students - Lobby 202 Regina to open more lines, students, designate specific days

IV) HOUSING "Visible, Vocal and Accountable"

and of around WLU is A election is is needed to student's concerns are heard - The quantity quality housing poor! municipal approaching; Strong Leadership ensure

candidates to abolish 75m rule - Lobby municipal

with students to on officials - Work UofW apply greater pressure public

safe fair - Fight for housing at prices Elections 2003* 5 Wednesday January 29 2003

WLUSP President

(Position acclaimed)

Laura Jardine

As of have number of realistic for the the three I a candidate for the position WLUSP president, I set a goals organization. Over past years

the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors. This has have been a dedicated volunteer to WLUSP. Presently, I am WLUSP opportunity given me

of the of the and has with the and to better Student a good grasp inner workings organization provided me knowledge experience necessary

Publications whole. Co-Editor-In-Chief of the which the volun- as a Previously, I was Keystone Yearbook, gave me experience in technical,

teer, publishing and leadership aspects of Student Publications, all of which are integral to the role of President.

Student Publications is a reputable on-campus organization that provides valuable services to students. Pressing issues for the upcoming year

include the further development of our newest publications, the BluPrint magazine, Club Laurier and the Frosh yearbook. These ventures

have all been established, but each is at a crucial point in their development and requires guidance to ensure their long-term success.

communication with the Brantford establish bond and in the of their Through open community, I hope to a stronger help development cam-

The the double cohort and increase in I feel that it is essential that student voices be heard and volunteer within Student pus newspaper, Sputnik. Despite enrollment, positions Publications be easily accessible.

I believe I have the experience and passion necessary to be a successful President and best serve the Laurier community.

WLUSU Vice President:

Executive Affairs

(Position acclaimed)

Meighan Doherty

Municipal Representation

The of Waterloo thinks that students little must Waterloo citizens City are more than transient, uncaring kids. We stand up for our rights as by

stations We also ensuring that polling are accessible to students in this year's election and by organizing a "get out the vote" campaign. can

remind the municipal government that students are a powerful force in this city by petitioning city hall and being a present at city council meet-

ings.

Tuition Deregulation

This Deregulation of tuition means shifting the responsibility of setting tuition from the government to the administration of each university.

could mean tuition fees which will limit education those with the to afford it. As as the dramatically higher university to only money long gov-

ernment cuts university funding Ontario universities will keep trying to deregulate. The government must be called on to give more money to

universities; allowing the government to cut funding is simply not acceptable.

OUSA, OSAP, and Ernie Eves

Ontario Student Alliance is tuition Undergraduate (OUSA) a coalition of student governments across Ontario which is fighting for "better student aid, fair fees, greater university

accountability and more for universities". to that that the Double Cohort does not hurt and that government funding OUSA is working ensure you get your OSAP, your education,

receive a I will work with in for students you high quality degree. OUSA making Ontario better for undergraduate students and to make sure OUSA is working at Laurier.

WLUSP Board of Directors

(Positions acclaimed)

Jeevan Bains Marc Henein

I have been active member of Student Publications for is constant lives. The deal with an Change a in our way we two In first successful years. my year I was a Marketing Director for these transformations separates the organizations Club Laurier and currently I am the Human Resources from the unsuccessful ones. At WLSUP a revolution has

I feel the that I have from catch with this in order Manager. knowledge gained occurred. We now must up change these will aid the board. I have under- be positions me on an to make our organization a successful one. This must of standing the internal functions of the organization. done through raising advertising in all publications, which

Student Publications is a which will allow for the be funded. growing organization, change to properly In any needs to meet the needs of the students. I will be it account- organization there must be people that can run everyday. able for the organization and it help grow. We need to focus on hiring the right people for the right jobs

and making sure that each WLUSP volunteer's experience is

an unforgettable one. Between having the right people and the proper funding, WLUSP

will be a force to be reckoned with.

Sandra Mackenzie Wayne Money with the and the other board Working president members, I I believe that as a member of the Wilfrid Laurier University's

to create an environment within WLUSP where vol- hope Student publications Board of Director's that I am not only will feel of unteers a sense empowerment and community. responsible to maintain the publications high standards, but

This will be accomplished in a number of different ways. that I am also accountable to all the volunteers as well as the

a creative and committed of volunteers Firstly, must - group share holders which is you the student body electorate.

be hired to facilitate a and successful is positive environment, Accountability to me means the honesty and truth never

through the implementation of a volunteer recruit- large hidden. It is also my duty as a Board Member to assist the ment and PR there be campaigns. Secondly, must open President in the smooth and efficient operation of Student and communication integrated between everyone within Publications. Veritas Omnia Vincit the organization. Only through more open door, transpar- ent discussions and decisions will this be accomplished. For example, each board member should be visible more and approachable in the office. A system of volunteer is evaluations also at all levels to that necessary ensure everyone receives feedback on their performance. 6 •Elections 2003 Wednesday January 29 ?M3

WLUSU Board of Directors

Connolly Aziz Samuel Baptiste

I want to promote WLU Athletics the Students' is not what to a it is through Experience happens man; what a man Union. is for Athletic which does with what him. My goal to raise spirit our teams, happens to Hello, Wilfrid Laurier, my in will Samuel turn raise Laurier spirit in general. I want to initiate a name is Baptiste and I have gained invaluable committee in the Students' their sole function new Union, experience during my term as Director. And it is with this

will be to and deal with Not I will best better combat such promote varsity Athletics. only experience try my to issues will this raise but it will also make available such the double the lack of awareness, more as cohort, parking on campus. volunteer for students if opportunities at Laurier, as well as Also elected, I plan to continue to address the issues of athletes maybe getting varsity more involved in WLUSU. not so small class sizes and what role the Waterloo campus Varsity Athletes are a of life, whether should in the of the Brantford big part university you play development campus. them them and or this is that In addition to a vote for Samuel play support something many that, Baptiste ensures you a Laurier director that will his best people at are missing out on. try to provide answers to everyday issues that could possibly Connolly Aziz & Varsity Athletics... Something to get excited about! affect you.

Michael Borrelli Bryn Boyce

As a elected member of the WLUSU In first have democratically BOD, my year at Laurier, i come to appreciate the

want to to the students. It's not time to of and accountable I bring politics only importance strong governance. This take action on issues such as student has been the Work housing, university past year difficult; WLUSA Action, the and but it's also time to let the student of and funding study space, depletion green space -most troubling- the decline

in WLUSU outside of election time. As a in academic in body participate integrity Laurier programs have threatened to do representative, I want just that, REPRESENT. By listen- the quality of our university education. I feel that the and of a views, that can WLUSU Board of Directors is for ing discussing diversity I hope I responsible providing stu- make BOD of ALL of the next year's representative views at dents with a voice. If elected to the Board, I will help foster and achieve wide of WLU a avail- a sense of while range goals. By being greater campus community protecting stu- able to all students and the dent by opening up political process interests often overlooked in university politics, most all students time for the issues want to participate in It's representation, of rising tuition and to next I easily democracy. par- notably living expenses. I hope make year a ticipation and action. smoother and more enjoyable university experience for Laurier students.

John Crowell Robert Demille

name is John Crowell. am a third stu- Wilfrid My I year Economics Laurier University is a great community, filled with dent and a Residence dedicated staff and volunteers. My priority if elected

Life Don. am to be a WLUSU BOD member would be I aspiring to ensure that these people get the recognition because I am selfish. Quite simply, I want more from this that they deserve in the school. need to we're I University. I people stop acting as though would also focus on finding new sources of the not primary reason WLU exists. I want to entertainment for students the school. This include why people at may start interest and for what is taking responsibility occurring a revamped 24-hour lounge, and even ideas for a new

around them. hope more take notice of how insti- recreation on I people facility campus. tutional and undemocratic this school is. And I relatively I Lastly, as an avid user of the Athletic Complex want to have them- more people opinions, to challenge can attest that there needs to be some serious renovations

and to start a stand for what believe This is our undertaken selves, taking they in. training ground in the near future to accommodate increasing capacity of the student body for the rest of lives. what make of our As always, it's we it. in the following year.

Kadie Gorman Andrew Howell

As first have been I am a member of WLUSU First Year Council and a year student at Laurier I already currently

involved in residence council and will be have a of the of the my BOD a great gained strong understanding workings abilities. Students' Union. WLUSU is in the of extension to my I want to bring more awareness currently process an review and been involved and support to women's issues and clubs, health awareness organizational I have directly in the of this The double cohort and peer support groups. leadership major project.

arrives next and the students As for next year... September I plan to represent

The double cohort will of Laurier to that issues do into bring thousands of under- see any not develop prob-

students Laurier. There needs be student-run lems on our close-knit Laurier The issue of course age to to a campus. and evaluations also of social where can without business professor is concern to me space they go taking personal

from Wilf's. the influx of first as feel it is to our away the Turret or Also, year I important recognize highly qualified students will fill the crowded issue of with others accountable. An improved system will already campus, creating an even more apparent faculty along holding ultimately the value improve of our Laurier education. Vote Andrew Howell for WLUSU BOD! quiet study space. I want to address these issues while still maintaining the high level of Laurier spirit within the student body.

Lyndsey Jones Rishi Kumar

As member of First Year Foot Patrol and As first Business student here at Wilfrid a Council, a non- a year Laurier, I member the Board have educat- have had the of this voting on I an opportunity to engage in many

I to encounter first-hand the ed insight into the Students' Union and in particular, a school's affairs. was also able With detailed understanding of the workings of the Board of problems that directly affect students on a daily basis.

Directors. As will academic of students our a Director, I focus on issues, a legion younger descending upon campus in the establishment of for the will particular a new system course next year, new challenges, accompanied by old, and to be that other teaching evaluations and the continuing repercussions be facing us as students. I want sure among of the double-cohort induced influx of students. Above such all things, issues as study space and line-ups are will I strive to maintain the WLUSU vision, values and mis- addressed as promptly and as efficiently as possible. I am that the of and above all to sion shapes community atmosphere Laurier, involved, dedicated, I am committed making it a truly special university. improving the quality of life and the educational process here at Laurier.

James McKay Sherry-Lynn McKever be there certain issues that the students The 2003-2004 school promises to Every year, are plague forthcoming year of the most intense Laurier has witnessed. The of Laurier. You know it's true. We can't get around it. In one ever has been will of of our my campaign I focus on a trinity concerns that affect rapidly increasing population community with of over the last few and our institution. First, I want to continue pressuring the paramount importance years

the infamous double cohort us the 'responsi- Faculty and the Administration to adopt a useful and public nearly upon

evaluation intend ble of Laurier is one of chief As stu- course system. Second, I to continue to growth' my concerns. the dents we deserve to be informed and consulted about work on developing student life and representation at the rapidly growing Brantford Campus. Finally, I believe it is expansion of our institution (such as the proposed have that of Bookstore and Student Publications and to necessary to ensure a policy responsible growth is Addition), maintained throughout the upcoming influx of "double a prominent voice concerning issues such as Union expen- ditures, and professor evaluations. Individuals make not num- cohort" students. I want to continue serving YOU, my fellow students. My name is campus space, Laurier,

bers. If elected as a Director I will work to the satisfaction of each of us Jamie McKay and I'm running for the WLUSU Board of Directors. ensure through increased 8.0.D. visibility and above all informed growth. Elections 2003*•7 Wednesday January 29 2003

WLUSU Board of Directors

Lisa Miller Michael Morris

I believe that the concern of the Laurier Students Maintenance of small class sizes, and access to our profes- primary

should of students result- Union should be one of academic As a member of sors not change due to the increase quality. the Board of would be ing from the double cohort. The 75-meter rule is infringing Directors it my priority to maintain available student that the level of excellence in and outside of the lecture halls. on housing is already becoming scarce and action needs to be taken. Campus clubs and WLUSU To achieve this goal the union must show its appreciation of all stakeholders the relations need improvement. Change needs to occur with in university at every opportunity. work towards all students feel of the some things at Laurier and I am willing to Furthermore, must they are apart these Laurier and able to in decision-mak- changes as well as any other issues that concern you. community participate Growth of the inevitable and it Finally, visibility of the Board of Directors needs to improve. ing processes. university is

thrills me to no end that the eolden hawk family will grow You elect us; we need to be there for you. I am Lisa Miller

for Board of listen with but feel that to maintain the merit of academics we must ensure and I am running WLUSU Directors. I am ready to to you. Any ques- it, I

an environment conducive to at Laurier. tions e-mail me at [email protected]. learning

J.D. Muir Jason Needier involved and I'd love Needier and for the My name is J.D. Muir. I love to get My name is Jason I am running posi- the affect tion of WLUSU Board of Directors. In time here at opportunity to positively our community on a my

more political scale. As a director of the 8.0.D. I will know Laurier I have had the opportunity to be a part of the know the well the issues within Laurier, make sure you issues, Union through appointed executive position as as students' Golden hawks. We need and then work to solve the issues in the best inter- playing varsity hockey for our to intend est. find people within this election who do not on

to Teacher Evaluations. believe for but for and I that One topic pursue is I working themselves, working you am

that students have the to be From far much for in a as paying we right formally person. paying too rent, to standing critical of abilities. students class full for there issues that need our professors' teaching As we to you to sit, are many

are expected to learn from our mistakes and improve; our to be addressed here at Laurier. Our time here is what we

should be of their weaknesses and also make the effort make of out and vote 6th and have professors actively aware own it, so get on February your say. to improve themselves. We need the guarantee that they will improve, otherwise, how do we benefit?

Andrew Pike Anthony Piscitelli

Students issues in the school If elected to the Student Union Board of Directors I will are facing many upcoming

less work to and on year. Tuition deregulation, public course evaluations, lobby administration, faculty government the to than ideal student housing, weekend exams, and the cam- behalf of students. I will do this throughout year pro-

few of the issues that will lead mote student such as student issues, con- pus expansion are just a I interests, housing Brantford to Waterloo stu- upon re-election to WLUSU's Board of Directors. As the necting campus campus, making

current Vice-Chair of the Board and a dedicated Foot Patrol dent voices heard during the upcoming municipal election, have been the learn about and Volunteer, I given opportunity to increasing study space on campus. the Students' Union and this will dedication duration the election I will be experience help me repre- To prove my

to sent you in the future. My name is Andrew Pike and I look spearheading a campaign increase government funding receives less forward to serving you as a Director of the Board for anoth- for Laurier Students (at present only Brock and needs. er year representing your funding per-student). students available to reach Finally, I plan to work for by being in a consistent, easy

office hours in convenient location such as the manner, by holding regular a Concourse. More info: www.geocities.com/votepiscitelli/.

Sanjay Pottinger Candace Ramshaw

has Laurier is no name I am Every University its problems/issues. Hi, my is Sanjay and currently serving you on

But Laurier has so much that makes it stand out the WLUSU BOD and I'm an enthusiastic BACCHUS exception. Canada. There member. As for other in It's spirit! your current representative I arranged new among every university here sidewalks in traffic have have been so traditions started and maintained on campus high areas, high many Laurier students the cheer loud and involvement in WLUSU Finances, and assisted with the to give reason to as as

often as do. As a candidate for the WLUSU Board of campaign for improved course evaluations. Through re- they

to use that in order to election, I will continue the dialogue for improved teaching Directors, I plan positive energy affect within the union. There issues that need quality through an evaluation system that holds professors change are accountable to attention, but if we reflect on all the at Laurier students. Education is expensive and we good energy

while to affect in the areas that are not as deserve full value that meets our academic expectations. trying change it without fail, fake the for future Furthermore, is important that all students receive adequate financial support great, change can occur positive approach a promising

through our student awards office. If re-elected I plan to help fix this problem and at Laurier. Elect many more. SANJAY POTTINGER for WLUSU Board of Directors.

Jennifer Schaub Colin Shonk

if the been involved My goal, elected to WLUSU Board Of Directors is to As a third-year student who has at Laurier

be available all Laurier students and be first have school to someone they can since year, I seen our grow immensely and their and the several enrollment has resulted come to express opinions concerns about over past years. Higher what is their in and around the Laurier crowded residence line- affecting life, com- in buildings, triple rooms, longer wantto be active student advocate for for and individual interaction munity. I an my peers ups everything not enough to help them make the most of their time here at Laurier. I with professors. This fundamental change in the day-to-day will make that fulfill. of school has threatened of not any promises to you I cannot But I life our our sense community,

will that will out fellow students the and with enrollment of 3200 first students assure you I help my to a projected year best of double the will continue if my ability. in next year's cohort, change If for talk with about the leaders school held accountable. you are looking someone to of our are not As a

your views on Laurier, then for me. And will be here to listen! to accountable that don't lose vote I Director, I would strive keep our leaders so we our of the of chose Laurier. On sense community, reason so many us February 6th, vote Colin Shonk.

Sean Simpson Greg Smith Recent strike have name is Sean and I am a first student controversies, especially 'neutrality', My Simpson year Political with the current state of student studying Science. In my time at WLU, I have highlighted shortcomings The institutional of come to understand the expectations students have of this governance at Laurier. language

- that of with and institution and WLUSU. As a member of Board of WLUSU the 'Corporation', 'Directors' your elected of Directors, see these as 'Shareholders', instead of a democratically body I expectations a necessary reality. The role of student advocates to advance the interests of students representative on the empowered

of Political has - has translated into a remote and Board. Department Science let me represent your inward-looking

in critical For Administrators a that's fine; perspective issues including exam scheduling managing Corporation,

teacher believe can and should do more. and evaluations. This participative democracy however, I WLUSU I pro- manifest to the constraints of the by must itself in the many facets of Laurier; for all pose defy corporate metaphor for issues, all students. forums student concerns representing as an advocate, rather than a director. My core values - environ- Receptive catering to are an expecta- you tion that should social be standard inclusiveness - will fresh and valuable practice. mentalism, democracy, inject a perspec- Ifs your Board of Directors. On February 6th, it's time to invest in the best. tive to corporate WLUSU. Notwithstanding that, I promise to actively seek student- body input on all issues, rather than defaulting to personal ideology. ￿Elections 2003 8 Wednesday January 29

WLUSU Board of Directors

Diana Spadafora Kevin Spahich

Hi! is Diana first business Students at Laurier deserve a student government that is My name Spadafora. I am a year not afraid to for the benefit of students. If elected student and a member of WLUSU First Year Council. I also act to the Board of I will strive to make sit on a subcommittee of the BOD and am a member of WLUSU Directors, the

Students 'Laurier a one for all students. will Laurier For Literacy. Through my experiences, I Experience' positive I in the of all the have seen the need to re-evaluate the manner in which this endeavour to act interests students at

school issue Laurier, sure that their interests are heard and takes on the of growth. Problems with resi- making con- sidered before decisions them are made. dences being built on time, the effect that larger lecture halls any affecting I will have Laurier's and the risk of believe that the role of the Board of Directors should on atmosphere on campus be to

short fall foster and sure being on beds in 2003 are all issues that must be learning development by making students

addressed. The university must explore new options to man- have access to the resources they need to succeed. This V-.JJV_U. IV_ UlII lUJL IV, VV IJ I1 Oil II Jliy II I UfJIIUI I I includes from members and and in the have to come at I to that access to first-rate age ita_™s growth years I Laurier, plan ensure hap- everything having competent faculty to food centres and state of the art entertainment pens. library services, high-quality facilities.

Adam Stevens Mark Teeple and Laurier is a school, community which is May I have more please! great rapidly The must be Like anything, the second time is always easier. expanding. question asked, as a result, why hasn't the of After first BOD know what university expanded some its services in my experience, I now I am get-

The line at the Office are ting into. Working on various projects has given me a clear response? ups Registrar's longer than The facilities for idea of what the issues that need be ever. are not cur- important are to parking adequate rent students, the AC is overcrowded, and the off addressed. The Athletic Complex's capacity must be campus

situation is worse. We must throw the full examined, as it is clearly not large enough for the WLU housing getting of behind student The of school weight WLUSU a mayoral candidate that population. promotion programs, sup- ports students. We must work with the to such as special needs and the writing center, has to university plan for the demand of services. We for the increase to them Also, lines must push facilities give 111proper exposure. r waiting that the students like Brantford students' need, a centre. We must work with WLUFA at the Regina building can easily be reduced by introducing online registration servic- has been and I for more that are can it done. es for students. The BOD a truly enlightening experience, hope to comprehensive prof ratings published. I get for student needs. continue working your

Thomas Thompson Nicole van der Wolf I would like the The academic with double to see WLUSU become an organization on upcoming year the incoming cohort for students and members that the of the student is of. presents many challenges campus majority body proud but think of the there WLUSU is a I it has a lot Laurier community. Currently are questions profit organization yes, of about academic and potential to improve it's with the rest of the space, adequate housing, integrity relationship of life that students on Not and volunteers, quality on our campus. I believe it is important campus. just employees

all students are members of this union. In to the that the concerns of students are voiced and heard by the regards

students there is obviously a lot more of them, and more of administration of this university and the surrounding com- them munity. are women as well. WLU has the potential to posi-

tively reflect this and WLUSU has an obligation to enforce We need solutions for student housing, management on and that the of is It equality and acknowledge the diversity for all the students, growth ensure integrity WLU protected. these both females and males. is important that the resources of WLUSU are used to achieve goals and to protect

the interest of students. As a member of the WLUSU Board of Directors I would work to ensure that this happens.

Jessica Waintman Mark Walhout

for Students board of directors because As a current Residence Life Don and second Laurier I am running Union year student, I hope to bring fresh perspective and unique lead- I feel that it is time for new blood in the organization. I believe for the because of leader- ership experience to the Board of Directors of 2003-2004. I am right job my proven intend to do utmost to ensure that the Board works ship (as co-ordinator of the women's centre and president I my

as a cohesive unit next so that it can be both of the Students' as well hard together year Jewish Association) as my effective and highly accountable to Laurier students. work and dedication. I would like to focus on integrating Whether if be the of and the double co-hort into Laurier life, especially those who importance responsible growth the preservation of community at Laurier, or through will be underage, working on a system of more effective feedback mechanisms and and the for improved in professor course professor evaluations, improving hiring process evaluations, have done best so far to become the union to make it more inclusive and reflective of the I my informed what students and will do less member of the love and work hardest towards on is important to I no as a Laurier community. I truly Laurier plan to my making Board. If there are issues that are important to I'm eager/ our school the best it can be. any you,

Myles Wilson Michael Overholt

is Michael Overholt. I'm a third student with It has been for the to My name year my privilege past year serve as a

in and Economics and a minor in Director of WLUSU. I have been further privileged to be majors Philosophy the board member of Year I sat on as a First elected by the BOD to chair a standing Psychology. In three Council and have had two on Senate. my committee. It has given me greaFS'atisfaction to help in years here have also chaired sub-committee of Senate, "providing for the needs of students" by ensuring VVLU stu- years I a been LOCUS Convener of the Intramural Ball dents have volunteer opportunities, services a Don, a and have been the and student philosophy representa- representation. WLUSU remains in a very Hockey League, the of other but faces in the tive to Faculty Arts Council among numerous good position, many challenges near related volunteer future, including the impact of the 'double-cohort'. positions. the to do This has taken forward I am an experienced candidate with ability year, WLUSU important steps on in of the directors and hear- such student and but there much the job well. So if are interested me as one next many key issues, as housing course evaluations, is you being work that lies ahead. With will with platform talk to I'll be to talk to your support, I continue to provide WLUSU ing my me, trying you.

strong, effective leadership.

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Opinion-Editorial Are alone? LETTERS you

about the school. States because I care provided Council, name it. Don't government you get me wrong, I've had

Now that have torn down Saddam Hussein with chemical some shit down, with the you my Mike Martino go crazy nights boys, trou-

I cannot afford to and weapons during ble with harmless posters just biological girls, seemingly illegal stuff I never make will I be reim- the Iran and the this for those of who like more, nor war against tons I am doing you myself; caught doing. was a too. I got I teenager wasn't one for actions of that Mr either will fall off the bursed your by Anthrax, Farag has fell, or presently is falling of those isolated smart kids social edge lacking skills, I was

WLUSU. Instead, made reference were of of the world. am this for those of who are also never a my campaign to, part I doing you degenerate, or suffered family problems. will suffer because felt the that to package sent Iraq by US mocking me right now, who will live an illusion of I is that can you guess my point it happen to anybody. need to have some fun at officials. happiness only to wake one day and realize that not will my up Unfortunately everybody get help. of the I that feel sat- One reasons why the US is have never been waste that and Your world doesn't have fall expense. hope you you happy, day cry to apart in front of isfied what I that Saddam has would did, because sure those to If for this to You don't have to by you yourself sleep wishing things change. you your eyes happen. feel as if sure as hell feel awful, you dont weapons is that they are the ones are presently sitting in room blaring Matthew if world is in front of your your falling apart your eyes. I'm care about the election, thats that sold them to him and Good Band, frustrations and not of your they furiously pasting your obviously capable diagnosing this sort of thing, business. also know what are sadness into with in talk whatever label exactly they your journal tears your eyes, you wantto it as. However I will offer

But dont ruin the democratic capable of. Saddam Hussein is far to some one. advice. If feel as if are you you lost, you are not your-

for those students who do from an or the of am afraid of I afraid of self and haven't been process being angel type I being lonely, more so am for a while, go to health servic- want to be involved and have a to be the given being alone. All have to do is talk to someone. es and sit down with a doctor or to the person presidency you go counseling of in who their a but it is You will soon realize that likable office from and say representatives country, extremely yes, you are a per- across it sit down with one of those for are. us, as intellectuals, son, and the look received from that One of important you near magnificent people. two things will come of

to differentiate between what is was not due to actions but to their it. Either will ten stranger your expe- you spend minutes of your life real-

Waintman true and what is riences that Most will receive that the Jessica wrong. day. importantly you izing you are ok, or ten minutes you spend another the Candidate, 2003-2004 WLUSU On note, violent hope and comfort and a desire to be happy with these will save and again. people you once again allow Board of Directors of Hussein have Thanks who with to those supported me a smile a to find and rise upbringing might you yourself to your potential.

had some definite oh his kind word, or of the like. If are some impact something you Hopelessness, irritability, exhaustion, lack of con- facts Get violent behaviour, however it one who smiled a to another your straight today, gave compliment any- cern, amongst hundred symptoms could be does dismiss the not fact that the body, a friend or sat down with a sad experienced. You do not have to off hugged looking necessarily go

First of all I would like to thank violence he carried his in the SBE and "Are the end feel did. against person building asked, you deep as I I Demaline her article alone?" I did that Miss on in people was supported, financially, actually one day. She looked at me I am taking the semester off and starting school is last week's issue of The Cord. It and tactically (weapons) by the with confusion. I was presumptuous, and most likely again in the fall. I love Laurier, I love the people and,

unfortunate that she United States who want to the situation, but I had to do it because heart and what extremely today misinterpreted any- I am following my doing I talks about not well eliminate him. couldn't bear the of another excited for people being way. I thought person am passionate about, I am very the edu- informed when she herself made that the It is funny today two similar emotion to that which was cation I am to receive. As for experiencing I going now, I am going she be of the the comments when seems to biggest enemies US on experiencing at the time. to do some self-exploration. I will read, hit the bars the only to know where international scene are the two "You can home." One of the with Barrie 1 person always go greatest my buddies, play my guitar as best can,

from. The levels of individuals that trained I know told that. of teach- work at the ski I they came were people me He was one my hill and pick up boarding. will write, anthrax the United States claims and/or the United and he is still friend. More less he would take and walk supported by ers, my or a bartending course my dogs every that has not few States back when need- that what friends and fam- destination for the end of Saddam are a jars they were say no matter you do, your night. Costa Rica is my of few bottles of the ed. But not needed will love will March with best water- powder or a as they are ily always you, your enemies always one of my friends. Surfing,

chemical become hate and billion others will and beach hut in extremely dangerous anymore, they enemy you, a never give a damn. falls, volcanoes, a backpack a are

number Osama Bin at house store down there. Sounds like to agents. They represent large quan- one. They are Presently I am sitting my computer in my up a good place begin

of the that Laden and Saddam The here in that. adventure travel. Come I'll around. tities agent was impos- Hussein. Barrie. I am alright. 1 mean Some coun- my fall, see you

sible leak out of as issue has number of ramifi- a wonderful the Good luck with not follow to America, Iraqi a seling by lady provided through your life, you are alone,

Demaline has without and factors that well medication has heart and will find Don't Miss said, cations go deep University as as some probably your you your happiness.

of the into the I who saved life. life. like those two words. Three home. didn't for that any appropriate intelligence past. urge anyone my My I forget you can always go I mean

and wishes write and of those model Cheers. security agencies, FBI, CIA, to comment on years ago I suppose I was pegged one to rhyme, honestly.

US the NSA and the Army being topic to do his or her home- citizens. I was everywhere, United Way, Students

of it. work aware before voicing any opinion.

I would be have happy to Miss Things are definitely not what

Demaline point my attention to they seem.

the specific Globe and Mail arti- cle she is referring to, dealing with Ruben Gu-Konu FA/ft this The United JOB specific issue.

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I'm going to cry Trench Bench Searching for You don't know Jack

dad build house with that saw my our answer question in his book, Waldo his bare hands, and in another six The Botany of Desire: A Plant's- months I'm going to see him sign Eye View of the World, by illus-

the lease over to a development trating how plants have evolved

base The house will humankind's basic they realistically a large company. get torn to satisfy most

of their search for com- down, and I'll have less We're all suckers to the majority one pos- yearnings.

panionship upon, organized session to harbor attachment sweetness of apples, the beauty of

under a label, which they call with. The circle gets rounder, a rose, and the prudence of pota-

their type. chip, chip. toes. Did I mention the chapter

A be based named and the type can purely People Jack, I've on cannabis, importance

such upon physical specifics, as Jacky Drouin always been impressed with these of forgetting for human survival?

height, hair colour or racial per- people: Jacqueline Kennedy, In essence, planets are willing to

it be centred Student named suasion, or can on elections, people Jacques Cousteau, Jack change if it means they get to stick

similar involve- and the Nicholson interests, activity "Jack" co-evolutionary (whom I was named around a bit longer.

similar social between and after One Flew Which breaks down Christopher Clemens ment, religion, or process plants my parents saw us to connections. be humans have been mind the Cuckoo's They can quirky on my over Nest). People Question Four, as the environ-

that if ask the broad and named Chances are you or mundane, extremely or lately not necessarily in that 'Jack' tend to be pretty ment at Laurier will change with

student what from"I order. So = average Laurier they rigidly narrow, ranging have bees, the healing remarkable, therefore I will be the double cohort. More people look for in a need who beat of and the collec- have the coffee drinkers = significant other, a woman can me process honey, remarkable, or style, more more

the usual list of cliche at Mario to needs tive in which in they'll spout Kart," "My boy thought process grace, and ambition towards truth Styrofoam cups the garbage

the Circus the adjectives at you: nice, funny, to laugh at Family globally people are attaining that will lead me to remarkable- bins. As a collective whole the

comic time he reads be attractive, smart, ambitious, every it, same conclusions; war is destruc- ness. planet won't survive another 50

It almost feet tall with red hair and have too much meat in Or not. Define 'remarkable'? if necrophiliac. always seven tive, we years we keep ignoring our adds the idea that have love for and that land towards land up to general an intense open our diet, conserva- I'm not going to interview the responsibilities con-

embodied heart if Therefore the they want perfection in surgery." tion is necessary we're going to WLUSU presidential candidates, servation. are presi-

love Skate it physical form. Unfortunately, Me, I punk girls. make through the next fifty although I should. I interviewed dents willing to see us through, there has to be balance between hardcore belts and And which makes the but a shoes, years. ice cream, always Jack Layton, me not just next year, in 50 years high standards and realistic Propagandhi shirts. My friends with the ice cream. real deal now. BOD members to come? Are the WLUSU presi-

thought - for example, all of the don't necessarily understand this Most of these thoughts hap- will interview the candidates for dential candidates willing to see flawless of and neither do I examples humanity passion, I entirely, pen while serving coffee at the Cord, but still have questions the bigger picture, and start wash- who represent the pinnacle of dat- but this fairly broad generalization Second Cup in the Concourse, for them: (1) Do they believe in ing dishes with the rest of us?

achievement much too rules libido still while ing are my unrelentingly. I water thoughts slicing God? (2) What was their proudest Or not. Define 'responsibility'?

for and half good you, are probably can pick out a single girl in a bagels in and steaming milk. moment in life? And, (3) Do they

bunnies NOFX hoodie from Not schlocking Playboy or a mile away enough people ask for cap- know what I mean by 'co-evolu-

Ben Affleck. but it's true and Sorry, unconsciously gravitate puccinos; everyone should bring tionary process'? and know it. towards her like I'm in their do Michael Pol lan tried you insistently own mugs so we can to

If held out hook- with the everyone on being pulled by a sexy, angst-rid- away Styrofoam cups. I'd

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The State of the Nation

the that be the of Bush's welfare firms and insurance can ICBM's Bush is Brandon Currie focusing on status promise companies producing so eager

"a assured that can continue their to Americans from. to make health care binding commit- rest they protect

of from the of In terms of ment of a caring society." campaigns profiting misery foreign policy, even more con-

for with the the tradictions abound. As the HIV/AIDS Unfortunately anyone even poor. epi-

and demic in Bush slightest idea of how the American domes- So as taxes are reducing government ravages Africa, told heartfelt

stories of how medicine is too tic juggernaut operates, they know that expenditure is increasing, obviously some- expensive for

will most Africans. So instead of Bush's speech is nothing more than useless thing has to give. Maybe Washington blaming American rhetoric designed to better his chances of run a budget deficit? No, Bush assured us pharmaceutical companies for

the last that the Feds to and the of re-election. What's more, anyone with night were going patenting inflating price treat-

slightest knowledge of how American for- increase "spending discipline in ment drugs, he urged the inefficient and

knows that his speech Washington." military expenditure indecisive Congress to make avail- International Editor eign policy operates Maybe funding of will be reduced? Bush also assured that able to patients, which was designed to disprove the stigma No, I'm sure

view American unilateralism. In both cases, Bush America would be safe from the imminent Republicans won't as "spending disci-

declared the contradicted himself threat of attack from Inter-Continental Last night George W. Bush seemingly throughout pline."

dubious used the Ballistic Missiles (ICBM's) and warfare In the Middle East, Bush called for 'State of the Nation', a speech monologue. germ peace between Israel In the of Stalin's Bush with the $6 billion 'Bioshield' defense a "secure and democratic to maintain the illusion that Congress can spirit five-year plan sys-

address tem. What's better, Bush announced Palestine." Translation Israel enact sweeping legislation that violates offered a five-pronged approach to even meaning, armed the teeth with and that their the State of the rather, a the formation of another bellicose federal to American tanks and powerful interest groups, gov- Nation, or promo- concerned about tion of irreconcilable interests. he that will terrorist nukes and continued Palestinian ernment is actually some- First, pro- agency pool knowledge, oppres-

sion. thing besides annexing nations with posed a massive $600 billion tax cut to as if the department of Homeland Security

stimulate the He wasn't all the statements oppressive dictators. economy. dramatically enough. Leaving fear-invoking

then where will the come from about Saddam's arsenal aside, Bush The beauty of this forum is that these stated how income tax would be reduced So money once

for the fami- for all Bush's to used for US wonderful aspirations for the future will be to $45/year average American magical plans please every- again religious justification

headlines He then went to that one? I can bet that Lockheed-Martin is in no actions. that is God's to plastered throughout the today ly. on say medicare, Saying "liberty gift that old and with when they will only be abandoned in the primary education and junior high mentor- rush to cut missile profits so some humanity" pleading Americans to confidence that the would receive increas- can afford their medication, and "place in the God future. In fact it is quite ironic on ing programs major people loving

es in funds. He even went as will certainly let Washington know so. But behind all life and history," Bush presented dawn of war that Bush finally begins to government

in Saddam as an of and health far as to that the and dis- then again, with a regime that suf- oppressor so address the economy care, pre- say impoverished power liberty,

to be would receive more fers from obsessive paranoia according Bush, a proponent of Satan. cisely when it's least likely remem- possessed funding compulsive

"when It's he about it's almost a that bered. When the bombs start dropping on appropriate." a good thing terrorism, certainty

Lockheed will be from Baghdad the America pack media will not added that proviso, so lobbyists for private happily profiting

Misconceptions about depressions

not seems reduc- them to show that they are indica- contend that if a mood disorder is things can be different. Here, this idea drastically Jeff Latosik other if weakness? not clinical, then it can not be only is taking medication associat- tive. There are many psy- tive Features Editor ed with kind of but factors that make I think that this is hard to depression). But medical or not, a weakness, chological up question

attach someone's it out the stigma we to depression even though your symptoms may personality. Singling answer; figuring may

too it involve more than scientific makes no sense. It contributes with treatment, thereby out one is simplistic; in fact, just Depression is something we gen- go away

feel back to normal seems more like another of data. It require examining erally feel uncomfortable talking only to further feelings of discom- making you way may

weakness how make the associations we about. Often, we'd rather just not fort and no real understanding. again, the stigma of can ignoring just complex we why we

Think about this: If still and what talk about it at all. There seems to you are remain. So you may get on really are. do, pre-conceptions

with heart with but the disorder still Furthermore, if medication allevi- underlie each one. The be an almost nefarious quality sur- diagnosed a condition, your life, important

is to realize that do take medication. means ates drastic shifts in mood by point, rounding it—something we you usually supposedly something though, how when - are "weak." we single out not associate with other disorders When you do so, you don't say about you that you changing physical processes, depression medical that the medication confirms that is this? What is it about are those moods so dif- from other disorders, such as diabetes, heart conditions, Why a drastically whether label it of arthritis. do sin- not that it mood that weakness, as ferent than an to as a sign or Why? Why we you are well; you say implies irregular symptoms else other makes that disor- or an Now, I think ifs weakness, failure, or gle depression out from you better, or, it helps opposed to physiological allergy? anything

moods the these do so with- medical disorders? is it that function The idea ders? it's because we obvious that are not along lines, we Why you normally. Perhaps the aforementioned There stigmas of weakness and failure here is that, if it works, medication have the tendency to conflate our same as out reason. are no grounds,

with feel differ- what we know to have attached themselves to alleviates problems associated moods our personalities, so things. Certainly, they knowing now,

the dis- much that mood shift be ent than heart-beats and that it should be viewed differ- depression somewhere along the with the disorder. Though so a can allergic say shift is than other medical disor- and other ailments? order still once the seen as a in personality. In reactions. My question, way not any may remain, though, ently mood disorders ders. fixed it is not a this a mood disorder is center in on There are no easy answers to problems are big sense, why involve weakness? That with closer to home than a as those that these questions. Moreover, some- issue. is, you get on your physical

what it to Other than the and times there is a fine line between life without thinking about one and, therefore, seems say way they feel,

in our bod- medical and non- the disorder means about more about us. But, obviously, our where they take depression as a having place

moods not what be said about medical disorder (most doctors you. With depression, however, are our personalities; ies, more can

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Do not vote just because

you can

of the candidates is from hometown. Do Caitlin Howlett your not,

vote under any circumstances, because someone in

the Concourse said, "You really should."

As a third year student still trying to comprehend

the of let alone it politics a university, an entire world,

is only now that I truly believe I can make an educat-

ed who is best opinion as to suited to preside over our

union of students. I will read the platforms, I will

attend the meet various open forums, I will the can-

didates.

However, let it be known, that if I feel the least bit Assignment Editor uninformed about any candidate, I may renege on my

I promise to vote, or otherwise will just be another

"ill-informed because voter," voting I can, not

I am not afraid to admit that I have only voted once because I want to.

in an and it was that election that had Should choose the elec- election, very I you to vote in upcoming

idea what I for. It no was voting was a tion, or any election for that matter,

one had inten- remember that if municipal election, I no your vote counts only PET SHOP "Do not vote

tion of to understand or informed and really trying you truly are want to see because it is your make educated decision about. had an I a change. Choosing not to vote is not a legal right. Do not turned 18 months before and only a cop-out, it is yet another positive step in vote because you teacher had to vote. the urged me political process. Don't be a meat- have never voted BOYS? voted PC but I I think, truthfully I head, vote because know, not before." you don't really remember. All do know is because I you can.

voted for what did. the I my parents At BUY, SELL &TRADE time, I thought, "well, if my parents like

'em, will too...check!" I probably Goes your used CDs & DVDs at The Beat On The moment I very checked the box of the candi- 8 Tired of the old I date, had become the class same party? I person in my politics

that the mini-politicians referred to as "the ill- Check out

informed voter." In I retrospect, was not merely ill JP n n n informed, but rather completely uninformed. Yes, I I Guelph s I _ _ did not make be any attempt to a knowledgeable I I *Bss?§BX - but after HIM) #1 voter, that, I declined to vote on the basis that Party S" I refused to become informed. I Destinations I ; m 1 As our very own student election looms before us,

will make check beside of I I many a permanent a name Bus Trips. Birthdays.

a who person they deem capable of running our I We Want Them All! I Students' but to think before Union, I urge you you I Student this is I check. groups your

Do not vote because it is Do not your legal right. chance. With venues like

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Role models of residence

uons are employed oy university

administration and with that, they are held Jessica McLaughlin partially responsible for the actions of those students under their supervision and have

first of to to the Residence Life Staff. Didn't enjoy your year university as answer

Partied too hard and residences are expected to be much as you hoped? Campus marks suffered? Or did first safe and fun living quarters, while at the your your year

beat all other and want an environment where at Laurier years you same time, provide students education. to relive the excitement and lifestyle of res- can actually get an life? Wish had known then With all the and bar it's idence you clubs, teams nights, the what know now? a Don to forget reason why not you Well, being easy everyone,

to first senior students, are here - to get some provides a great opportunity guide only students the transition into sort of degree and for the work year through prepare force. In there differ- university and residence life. a residence, are many with different The benefits of being a Don are count- ent students personalities,

less. First and foremost, Dons get to live on schedules and goals.

coveted Dons are the lucky people who to campus, a privilege usually get reserved for first This for first years only. means not set a good example impressionable look for students and have their having to housing year school lives monitored other and living as close to own by

hav- staff. a Don is consid- as possible. Less walking, Being

home between ered a and with that, ing time to go job they Dons not the classes and being closer to are only have one weekend off for their everything school related parents who can own plans per could month. This the what more you possibly be intrusive and presents ask for? In addition to obstacle of balancing time getting dominant but the with friends, and prime living quarters, Dons going out older who friend school work of live rent-free and are paid doing on top has been there, Don duties. A Don is $349 per term. good Christine Cherry have their Most importantly though, done that. expected to always Potential Dons attend information session held in IEI. If think door to their an you you couldpossibly Dons are cast in a leadership open assigned students with numbers make the cut grab an application as soon as possible. role that provides them with per

dif- Don from dUlllll A lllbl lb views. win ut: nuu the opportunity to make a ranging anywhere 11, UtMllg ytidl lUUgll. nuptMuis put gioupb iu

of cam- lives. are 20 to on the floor size and In countless possible residence situations and ference in younger student's They 35 depending university, aspects role-play to to back the fun and room With all of this taken into life can be and lead practice networking. Personal given a chance give capacity. pus misleading poor community lead first some well-rounded decisions. Ideally, Dons are there to second round interviews will be held the good times of their own year experi- consideration, only

is needed individuals meet the standards. students down the while contin- week of 24 - March 2. Final offers ences whether it through advice, right path, February

down to are an to mentor students on their floor. Dons are made to the successful instruction or friendship, Dons are mentors When it comes it, Dons uing applicants

and the to essential of residence life. Not only do have the abilities to first March 7. to their charges posses power part leadership get year students involved the Don takes sense make their first Laurier more Dons act as an ideal liaison between stu- in life, Being a good a strong year at enjoy- campus expe- role conditions dents and administration but also rience to advise those in limbo and the gift of character. A Don should uphold resi- able. Any leadership people they pro- conducive of but also dence in order to a safe for the work force and provides valuable vide friendship and advice to a not only building friendships policies ensure residence life. First students residence life memorable and safe. environment for all residents. They should experience for the future. Being a Don happy year are making With all these the a mere and dedicated the to on the thresh hold of freedom, independ- benefits, competition being supervisor gives a person opportunity go beyond

for fierce. If are interest- should be encouraging, heighten the lives of other Laurier students. ence and adulthood. being a Don is you approachable, first and While the and Dons like the older ed in on and friendly at same It's not all fun games though. Dons are sibling away living campus assisting positive. first time should involvement for herds of frosh from home. Not the who can students their year at a Don promote are responsible partying quite parents year during but the older be candidate for and residence without to intru- and have to share housing facilities with be intrusive and dominant Laurier, you may a prime unity being them. The main challenge of Doning friend who has been there, done that. Dons Doning. sive or pushy. interested students must fill out the Dons of 2003-2004 will would have to be enforcing residence rules provide great advice when it comes to Initially, Hopefully, the make next frosh comfortable at as the down- from friends and living an available in housing help and policies. Sometimes seen being away family, application years which will be their home Dons to and used to office. are due Laurier come to ers of the residence, are required on your own getting university Applications Monday, be that order life. in residence life 3. First rounds of meet from home for the next few sometimes just in to keep They are necessary February applicants away years. if frosh don't and carousel inter- things under control. because even we want to February 8 9 during

Food for thought

homemade cake Gabriel le, the owner, possesses a teas and her chocolate The Masters degree in English Literature and a while listening to some fine jazz music. Hind and has read almost book cafe Gabrielle's Amy law degree every is inspired by appreciation Christine for the and of the Cherry on the shelves, and she can tell you any- avant-garde Europe 20s,

need to know about almost and the music and decor reflect this. The thing you any volume low We opened the doors of what looked to be book. She describes herself as a "50 year was set at a level, allowing us

old who her front door to to have a conversation without dis- just a typical two-story house, not quite hippie" opens quiet

I soft in school not. others who were or sure what to expect. was greeted by any person young or old, or turbing quietly reading smells She claimed herself be themselves. jazz music, warm lighting, enticing to non-judgmental sitting by smile of the her- of who walked that When asked Gabriel le about her and the welcoming owner anyone through door, we table that dis- and let tell she she smiled and said " self. She led us to a nearby me you was right. She prices sweetly My

husband and I so played at least 46 different types of tea; she opened the cafe for people who are not keep things cheap, you

came comfortable at local bars like Louie's, students can afford to come here." And she described each type and where it Phil's, for of from. or Elements. The place attracts a more artsy was right; it was $2 a pot freshly Christine Cherry shown how crowd and Gabriel le doesn't tolerate brewed tea (it held at least two cups), and Choosing our tea, we were any them On the out form of discrimination her establishment. cut of cake were $3- we had seen earlier. way each tea is brewed. After our quick lesson in our hugely pieces only noticed the that was for front We chatted for a while about the threat worth the There was we antique jewelry she took us to our table by the win- definitely price. plen- which sold We the ofthe of abhorrence of the dis- of for the non-tea drinker: cafe au sale, again was cheaply. dow, perfect view people walking war, our violence, ty variety and assured the owner aster of and the death of lib- ale and said our goodbyes by outside looked to be a different world to globalization lait, coffee, cappuccino, ginger We fruit drinks. that we'd be back soon. stepped thousands of eral arts. Gabriel le wants all to feel some Arizona surely us. We were sitting upon patrons back chat with of the smoke-free establish- of endless mounds of books that whether are in a small The owner came to us out five-year pages cov- at home, they study a the solitude of about her business. She offers Asian ment, that this was definitely ered a variety of topics such as literature, group or a person enjoying more knowing when the covered of alone and unmolested. and food from time but to come back to feeling geography, arts, culture, and many sipping a cup tea, Vegetarian to time, place the avail- stresses of school or life in general. popular authors like Jane Austen and John She took us under her wing for the hour- only when right ingredients are what avail- Irving. and-a-half that we were there, and made it able. There is no set menu, as is

feel as if we had found a new friend in a able at the market determines what she

offers. Patrons Blues new culture. are encouraged to try new Moody "This is where is wel- and ask if there is that 68 St. North a place everyone things something Regina not Gabrielle interested in come, but it is for everyone," they are trying. 747-1277

said. She wants to the establishment When we finished our teas and cake, keep Waterloo in like should small, and has no interest adapting to a we got up to leave, feeling we for the the have cleaned after business strategy masses. We get up ourselves, as though table. feeling that she won't be adding a self-help we were leaving our own kitchen We

looked around last where we then or 'For Dummies' section anytime soon. one time

- domi- After a while she left us on our own to look noticed the games available chess, Out of a possible Five Smiling Jean's

and exotic etc - and wished explore. We quietly sipped our noes, scrabble, labyrinth Student Life 15 Wednesday January 29 2003

Winter carnival wrap-up

behaviour. Teams would then lose points for such school things as bad mouthing the Mary Hermsen or people involved or for making rude remarks in general.

Winter carnival started off with a burst of One of the biggest challenges for this all of the excited cheers as participating year's execs was, according to Sterling Lee, the Turret for teams came together in open- Spirit Executive for the carnival, "putting

ing ceremonies on Tuesday, January 21. everything together last minute." In the end

teams had finished it The just registering that though, all worked out and everyone afternoon and for the week ahead have time. were set managed to a good the of the found this as they began to sizing up competition. Some activities in This Carnival defi- years Winter was a year's agenda were taken from previous 16 teams nite success with involved, com- years such as the traditional Pub Crawl, favorites bining old with new entries. Teams which usually takes place throughout The included: Resistance, Blue Balls, many bars and pubs in the Fruit is Disgruntled Bananas, The Pink Ladies, Kitchener/Waterloo area. There also the The Western Games. "Some of the Looms, Thug Patrol, ever popular Regatta you Mustangs, The Water Buffaloes, Captain have to keep because of tradition," said Planet, The Little Team that Could, F 'n' Sterling Lee of the choice in activities. Disco, 1 Minute Wonders, Trojan Warriors, Other events in this year's Winter Carnival

Kin Kids, and last but certainly not least, included a 4:30 AM Spirit Event, as well as

The Rescue Rangers. creating a comic book, tubing, the annual

The theme for .this year's carnival cheer off, and snow sculptures. focused on the comic book heroes of the Some of the fun included a lip-syncing and included the which had justice League recurring contest many great performanc-

ideas of quest and mystery. The main objec- es. The Little Team That Could had a huge tive was for the players to find a kidnapped and complex fight scene which included

the end of the week's activities. Matt Benassi penguin by dropping a team member on a table and

The executives had a lot of this then on him from the of lad- help jumping top a They tell me this is Winter Carnival but where's the snow? Go figure.

with more than 30 volunteers. There der. The other teams were year very impressed when the had and started cheer obscenities. The were even days committee to to event It was a good week that ended with the least until Winter Carnival next year). of the because also included turn away some eager help a pretty graphic strip tease by F 1 n' Disco winning the official Spirit Shaun Robbie, Activities Executive, there for them do. the which left them the weeks festivities best just wasn't anything to Western Mustangs Cup. The Little Team That Could placed summed it up

During her speech made at the Awards standing in thongs. 2nd for the Activity Cup, and won a VIP when at the Awards Ceremony he said, "It and Ceremonies Lisa the the Water Buffaloes had teams naked Closing Donly, During closing ceremonies, many party. However, The were was crazy. I getting on executive in charge of recruiting volunteers people were recognized and the penguin named the winners of Winter Carnival. Willison field, and people drinking pint in commented, "[Volunteers] put so much mystery that the event was centered around During the Award Ceremony Mandy glasses of Maple syrup." When it comes to time and effort." was solved. As it turns out Fred Nichols had Sellers, Winter Carnival Coordinator, com- Winter Carnival, it's all about the finer The week carnival started with the but don't he mented the surrounded life. long kidnapped penguin worry, on event,"I myself things in 100 each of the teams involved receiving was returned safely. The dinner resulted in with possibly six of the greatest people I

These were teams in another have This of respect points. respect points many participating yet ever met." sentiment is a part

kind of that the teams cheer where given as a reserve so off, such classy lines as, "Hey the Winter Carnival tradition. Many people couldn't harass the other Water executives, teams, Buffaloes, fuck you!" were chanted meet friends both new and old, have fun, the volunteers with bad or inappropriate or by team Resistance and are left with a week to remember (at

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between the and could for Western powers carry enough supplies the the Arab states was upset. Scuds extended operations. Having

to radio for were Russian weapons and proper equipment air Launchers Brian D'Souza though they did not present much strikes against Scud threat Israel and of a military to they enemy emplacements was vital for but During the Gulf War, the modern- did, however, succeed in agitating success, having ized and mechanized armies of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzak enough food, water and warm the world mounted Shamir. the developed an He demanded right to clothing was even more important it off operation to get Saddam and the retaliate for the missile attacks when came to fighting Forces of Kuwait. and and the Iraqi out Allied with 100 aircrafts a comman- hunger, dehydration

Commander-in-Chief H. Norman do attack across Saudi Arabia's freezing cold weather. The Pinkies

the the also the in the Schwarzkopf saw way US airspace. If Israel entered war, gave men mobility wasted in the Allied of Special Forces were forces would lose strate- event being compromised by and dis- the If discov- Vietnam and Grenada gic support from the Arab states. enemy. they were ambushed could sim- counted them from playing a Without bases to station troops ered or they into their major role in his strategy for win- and airstrips to fly ply hop the aircraft of in the vehicles and return ning war. out The members of the Special Middle East, the to their objective at

Air UK "The scenario a later time without Service, a Special Forces Western powers only elite soldiers cho- would lose their to abort the Regiment, were that did bring me having sen a rigorous selection ability to directly mission. through out in a sweat was Half of B — that tested their and influ- process one indirectly the of limits other in the to be against men, ability to ence politics possibility Squadron was bollcks survive in harsh conditions, and Middle East. having my deployed on mis- the strength of their will. The SAS Allied fighters cut off. That would sions into Northern was conceived World War could Iraq. Instead of during easily destroy not be a good day II David the Scud Missiles by Stirling; they were on out." being given intended to strike deep into hostile their launchpad; Pinkies, they were and tie numbers of Land Rover territory up large however, many given of had the missiles -Andy McTab 90's, which enemy troops. They proven were they their skills for combat in the 1986 being fired from called 'Dinkies'. It File Photo Falkland Island campaign against mobile launchers, was impossible to

Machine Bravo Two Zero before departure on the tail of a Chinook. Argentina, but without conven- which could not be detected by fire a General Purpose gate tional of satellite Gun from the Dinkies wars to fight in, most air or reconnaissance. (GMPC) their skills frittered needed the full fell about on a The men Vince slowly became inco- were away on Men were on ground and, in reverse, passengers digger". eight mia,

call out. The vehicles were not moved out of the wadi in single herent and laid down to anti-terrorist and security opera- to paint targets, in airstrikes, quite basically

as die. him on tions. and to relay information to the as impressive as the Pinkies, but, file, slowly and with caution, Ryan urged by using trained do. shock if don't The prospect of combat in the Allied Command. Schwarzkopf in the event of a compromise, they had been to tactics: "Vince, you

to would have allowed a to McNab, soon fucking never Gulf War was the trial by fire that officially sanctioned the SAS they patrol According keep going, you're of the soldiers the SAS hunt the Scuds and to make from the the encountered stiff resist- to see kids." many in thereby count- a hasty retreat group going your

ambushed Vince wandered off on had been waiting for their entire er the political threat that they battlefield. ance. They were by Eventually, be lives. If and the alliance. With The known Armored Personnel Carriers his never to seen you were a musician posed to fragile eight-man team by own, again

had trained all life of fear and the call of Two Zero' which took out of the your to play an a mix delight, men its sign 'Bravo (APC's), they by patrol. with their Stan from when instrument, gigging in front of a from the SAS were finally given a was flown into the Northern Iraq commission 66mm split up Ryan

live audience would be the chance to to Chinook and anti-armor rocket launchers. encountered a Sheppard. He payoff go war. by a helicopter they

for of hard work and The and the desert Hundreds of had the lead him to a your years men of A D dropped into near a troops deployed Sheppard

bend in the Main Route from trucks 7.62 house where he to discipline. Going into action, star- Squadrons were armed with Supply were sending attempted

death in the and that Scud Kalishnikov rounds all a Land Cruiser. After 'Pinkies' — wheelbase Land over ing straight eye long (MSR), a highway con- mm hijack Toyota the to blink and Rovers with for machine- had the If the three militia men armed fighting urge sur- mounts voys were likely to use. They place. group stayed shooting he render: that the for and decided the 'Dinkies' where would be with was was payoff guns, grenade launchers, not to bring they were, they AK-47's, captured of of the who served Milan missiles. The Pinkies also for their the turned into beef. and became a war many men in mission against strong ground They prisoner the SAS and of their needed to and combat (POW). through peacetime. gave A D squadrons an objections Commanding move,

When Scud missiles started for Officer. their survival instinct to find a onto the to important component success- Ryan pressed Syrian

and border. walked for seven days fall in Israel, the fragile coalition ful strikes in the Iraq: the vehicles This is where the controversy deep hole in the ground stay He

and until he was begins — between later published in it. eight nights, He burned his he accounts of the mission by the Making a run for it, McNab delirious. lips as what surviving members of the Patrol, screamed "Let's fucking do it!" filled his water bottles from run-off and with half the down he later found out was the and by an ex-Para SAS men laying facili- Soldier and fluent Arabic speaker covering fire, and the other half from a Uranium processing named Michael Asher who running forward. ty. There were

rumours floating retraced the Patrol's steps through Bravo Two Zero the the around that the Iraqis Iraq 10 years after war. surprised Iraqis real The commander of the mis- by assaulting them "Theywere castrated Iranian pris- the who with these oners during sion was a Sergeant wrote a mini-charge men, sol- 1980's the fear novels under the pseudonym of the Light Brigade diers, to have war; of captured McNab'. In his 1993 book against a numeri- being 'Andy endured the con- and tortured or killed titled Bravo Two Zero, he alleges cally superior ditions here in that the The Ryan moving patrol was compromised enemy. men kept In their winter. Heroes through the night. when the patrol was in its Lying dropped he in wadi rucksacks one." his account, Up Place (LUP) a by a heavy every have and made dash claimed to Sheppard boy who was tending a for Syria, which killed two Iraqi sen- goats. - Iraqi Bedouin with a knife 178 km one Everything suddenly went to was only tries, with his bare of their and one shit: the men had been seen by a west posi- hands. Eventually, he civilian who was sure to notify the tion. that he the made it to discover local militia or the Iraqi Armed During night, they were to Syria into McNab the member of his group Forces of their presence; the split two groups, as was only that had made it out of Iraq. patrol's radio failed to work mean- stopped to try and contact some that had flown The other of five men ing that it couldn't call in an air fighter jets over group than Ryan. strike for them with his short TACBE were less fortunate or a chopper to evacuate range the sol- stationed with- radio. to inform McNab claims that he and them; the LUP was They managed

in of S-60 the with their call but dier known as 'Dinger' were cap- the range a couple Anti- a pilot sign, beaten by aircraft that the had the flew out of tured and severely guns patrol jets quickly range while before could McNab described failed to notice it was setting they relay anymore angry villagers. hands of his LUP at information. his torture at the up the night. that the sound of tracked Chris in his "sadistic he claims Hearing a According to Ryan captors:" had Got he was beaten, interrogated, vehicle, the soldiers prepared for a 1995 book The One Who on battle with what they thought Away, the trio of himself, Vince amateur dentistry performed forced to eat be tank. McNab and 'Stan' moved for and was even might a alleges Phillips, on him, air- own shit. Unlike downed that when the vehicle came into an hour without noticing that theo his insists that he view, he found to his surprise that other five had stopped because craft pilots, McNab and treatment it was a bulldozer. In his words, Vince, the oldest member of the 'Dinger' got special considered Robin Mathews drama about failed deliver the order because were "A major was to group, to they from men." He erupt and this idiot was pottering to stop. Suffering hypother- "very dangerous Andy McTab with M-203 rifle and 210 pounds of equipment. Feature* 19 Wednesday January 29 2003

the track the who demand heroes and Ryan's account. were helping police public, not he down of but the resolution of The man who was really Commandos; as ran a endurance,

responsible for the patrol's com- railway track, they yelled at him to all problems by force. It today's he turned where the promise was "The idiot on the dig- stop. As back, they morality, response to

Bedouin named Abbas Bin fire, a international thread is to hit ger," a opened igniting grenade every

Fadhil. He had been in the Iraqi that burned through him. out, force itself is viewed as more dur- for the cleaner and than Special Forces for eight years As most extreme torture more upright member that McNab and and ing the Iran-Iraq war as a sequences wrote subterfuge, aggression 'Stan' under oath violence the charac- of a 'snatch squad'. His job was to about, swore at are defining

infiltrate the Iranian trenches and the Auckland trials (the trials were teristics of heroism and power.

soldiers for held to determine whether Mike More than McNab and to capture enemy anything, could hide interrogation. Coburn's book Soldier Five Ryan exist to the truth about his bulldozer be that fan- that is to be found the level He was taking published) they were war at

into the Wadi because he was tasy. of Bagdad's Amiraya Bunker

afraid the fuel would freeze, when After finding the spot where [where hundreds of civilians were

there. He with killed Allied that it is he saw two men sitting Vince Phillips died, they help by bombs]: a in which went back to his home, got his of the Bedouins who discovered filthy business thousands mutilated AK-47, and along with his brother his body, Michael Asher built a of innocent people are small memorial with and killed faceless Hayil and his father, they went (a cairn) by weapons Asher hesitant ask and tens back to see who the strange men stones. was to developed operated by memorial of thousands of faceless were. Between Abbas and Hayil, the Bedouins to build a nameless,

combat soldier who had men and women. In this they had more experience to an enemy age in than the strength of the SAS patrol been a Christian their backyard. where wars are won by technolo- When he asked Abbas anxious than combined. them, gy, we are more ever As the patrol moved out of the replied, "Why not?...He deserved to believe in Rambo. But Rambo

Wadi, Abbas fired two warning it." The general agreement was does not exist, not even in the

shots above his head to determine that "They were all brave...they SAS. He is a cipher - an accept- foes. real have endured able human mask for the whether they were friends or were men to incom- salvo the conditions here of modern The patrol responded with a in prehensible monster Owen Scurfield winter...heroes of 5.56 mm rounds and shot off every one." war." Abbas bin Fadhil's family. McNab had called them their 66mm rockets. The "colossal rag- but Asher reflected that this amount of fire" that the patrol had heads, claimed that the Patrol had Two Zero became known as "The taken amounted to about 200 was the finest tribute to the SAS casualties. After 48 most decorated in British caused 250 patrol hear. rounds, according to Abbas and that he was ever going to for their failed mission. In days in captivity, they were history" Hayil. When Vince Phillip's family released at the end of the war. both books, Ryan and McNab Asher the watched the film of the Bedouins surveyed ten year Mike Coburn was wounded slander the dead Vince Phillips. old battleground and found no helping Asher build the cairn, they unfortu- blame him for mistakes that and captured; 'Legs' was They would the wreckage or traces from APC's. In were astonished. Why let their and nate to die after an to compromise, Ryan enough would be to build a the desert, no one ever 'enemy' helping all insists that "his heart wasn't in the attempt to cross a river drained memorial who bother to move the hulking to a man was sent of his out of him; and Bob mission." More discrepancies energy wrecks of destroyed tanks. For to their country to kill them? They McNab and Consiglio was killed after "aggres- between Ryan's example, Sinai is littered with had believed the propaganda; which leads sively fighting his out of a accounts are clear, way burned out armored vehicles from they had bought into the lies sold to ask serious about contact." one questions Western the 1967 war. to them by the govern- of the what on the The outcome mission really happened media. In fact, the patrol never ment and disaster. was a complete Of the ground. ask engaged the Iraqi armed forces. In hindsight, one must after the three were four Ten eight men, killed, years war, the from sol- Those who were captured were why myth grew eight Michael Asher retraced the were captured by the Iraqi's, and patrols taken prisoner by local people diers who didn't inflict a single one 'Chris made through and wrote a only man, Ryan', steps Iraq the the for Arnold who wanted to help govern- casualty into plot border. book called The Real Bravo Zero. it to Syrian Yet in great Jon Lane ment. They did not drag McNab Schwarzenegger's Commando. As this fail- had consent from the British military tradition, He govern- "The through the streets while beating Asher concludes his book, ment to the area as Asher and Bedouin by Vince's cairn. ure was celebrated as a personal investigate lie with McNab the shit out of him. Bob Consiglio blame must not he triumph. long as was accompanied by local who and but with the was killed by citizens Ryan, us, reading Both Ryan and McNab two military escorts. He found the became millionaires through the witnesses and evidence to paint a sales of their and different from McNab books, Bravo very picture : Buy ONE Get 'MWRW1 ONE FREE!

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Publications at April 30, 2002 and the statements of operations, changes in net assets and cash

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Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications February 6, 2003 Referendum QUCStiOni

Statement of Change, Net ASSe* « Be jt reSOlVed that the 2001 "2002 Year Ended April 30, 2002 Wilfrid Laurier University Student

2002 ' Publications audited financial state-

Balancc. beginning S 140,308 $ 160,825 ments be passed as presented."

of 11,'>64 11220.5] 7) Net cxcess (deficiency) revenues over expenses For more information about these financial LJSJ3 sjis J statements please contact Lucan Wai at

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Wilfrid raarier University Student Publications

Statementof Financial Position

April 30,2002

WilfridLaurier Student Publications , University 2W2 2001

———— Statementof Operations

Assets Year Ended April 30,2002

' Current

Cash and sbort term investments S 105,043 $ 90,325 , 2002 2001 4.7,488 '* Accounts receivable 18.862 » ■' .

123 905 133 13 ' >« Revenues

„ „ $ 125,606 $ 122,810 • Cord sales and advertising *-»• •; 1, i.*? «qc a* aqi Capital assets (note 3) 3 if?? 29.797 Keystone sales and advertising 43,450 activity fees 67,930 55,072 . ... Student , iiiynn S 161 IQO IAOm - Other revenue" JJ,138 Mil Liabilities

255.126

Current

Accounts payable and acenicd charges S 8,828 $ 37,002 Expanses , Administration, and audit 3,135 6,166 ~ , legal , .11,1 one —1 M Net Assets — 21,575 1 ' .Amortization of capital assets 17,529 Dad debts 986 5,351 c i(i inA t nnii1 ' '-316 39! 1 - Bank charges and interest 63 Conferences and meetings 8,052 6,466 Insurance 3,020 2,862

Miscellaneous 9,347 6,362

Office 7,696 5,075 On hehaijofthe board 84,844 Publishing and production 92,789 Rent 8,849 i 15,330 J Supplies 2,333 '/\ Wages, benefits and commissions 82.882

'Ij..-fix.;

Director - S 11.964 ,i 120.51?) Net excess (deficiency )of revenuesover expenses Students' notice of XlNior ip referendum

On 6,2003, members of the

February , jr m Wilfrid Laurier University Students' /

Union will be asked the following /

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Ballot: Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Union

Statement of Financial Position ,m .. , , ~, "Be it resolved that the 2001/2002 Year Ended Aprt 30*. 2002

Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Building van ' Maintenance Maintenance Health Plan Environmental

Union audited financial statements be Fund Capital Fund Fund Fund Services Fund Operating Fund Total 2002 Total2001

as approved presented." —

Current

- Cash - - - - 664,196 664,196 305,612

- Cash restricted 76.078 126.62S - Annual Net Income 4,695 348,357 12,500 568,258 438,402

Investments - - - - - Temporary 142,367 142,367 201,710

- Accounts receivable - - - - 20,967 20,967 165,019 $250 000 - ' -i

- - Inventory - 71,092 71,092 87,239

« Due from WIU - - - - - 2,354 2,354 10.253

* A - - - Prepaid expenses 256 256 1,460

/ \ 76,078 126,628 4,695 348,357 12.500 901,232 1,469,490 1,209,695 *200 000 - / \ * ' Capital Assets ... . . 2,885,205 2,885,205 2,942,685

/ Other Assets - - - » \ ~ 15,600 15,600

- - 2,900,805 2,900,805 / \ ; ; 2.942.685 / \ $ 76,078 $ 126,628 $ 4,695 $ 348,357 $ 12,500 $ 3,802,037 $ 4,370,295 $ 4,152.380

* — » m&mmmm —-w-,,,.. , ■ ■■■-*=

$150,000 / \ . , ■ , ' j \ Liabilities 112 \ Current / \ Accounts Payable and

accrued charges - - * 916,739 916,739 754,413 «inn nnn / \ J' $IUU,UUU \ jf Current Portionof tong-

\ / term debt - ~ - -.J.. 188,041 188,041 163,892

\ j/ - - - - 1,104,780 1,104,780 938.305 4r -" V— Long Term Debt - - - - 2.259,398 2,259,398 2,312.639 §50,000 - ,- 3,364,178 3,364,178 3,250,944 2 Fund Balances

restricted 76,078 126,628 4,695 348.357 12,500 568,258 Internally - , 438.402 ■■■■"" - Unrestricted > - - 437,859 437,859 463.034 ; :: :

50 +• ~ " 11 7 1 > 76,078 126.628 4.695 348,357 12,500 437,859 1,006,117 901.436

$ 76,078 $ $ 4,695 $ 348,357 $ 12,500 3,802,037 $ 4,370,295 $ 4,152,380 97/98 98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 126,628 $

Year

Wilfrid laurier University Students' Union

Annual Revenue Statement of Operations

Year Ended April 30, 2002

Building Van $7,000,000 —t -j Maintenance Capital Maintenance Health Plan Environmental Operating

Fund Fund Fund Fund Services Fund Fund Total2002 Total 2001

"

Revenue - 7J95 474.466 7495 5,311,407 5,801,263 5,040,71- Ann nnn §6,000,000 - Expenses 6,700 446,522 7,725 4,825.018 5,285,965 4,548,83-

ji Excess (deficiency) of

J Revenues over expenses

| beforeother expenses . - 1,195 27.944 {230} 486,388 515,288 491.87i

$5,000,000 - | | o.h.rExp.ns,,

- - I I Amortization of capital assets - 313,611 313,611 306,73

1 1 Amortization of other assets - ... . 3,900 3,900

- - _ Jl H interest on long term debt w__ 93,106 93,106 124,09'

$4,000,000 - 1 j 410,617 410,617 430,83

j 1 Excess (deficiency) of revenues I I over expenses $ - S - $ 1,195 $ 27,944 $ (230) $ 75.772 $ 104,681 S 61.04

'

$3,000,000 - |

Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Union

Statement of Changes in Net Assets

Year Ended April 30 2002 ' 52,000,000 - Ill S I I 1 Building Van Maintenance Capital Maintenance Health Plan Environmental Operating

Fund Fund Fund Fund Services Fund Fund Total 2002 Total 2001

$1,000,000 - I I ■ 11l Balance. Beginning 61,078 76,628 2,000 285.966 1 2,730 463,034 901,436 840,39! Excess (deficiency)

of revenue over ta I 1:1 [ [v\ t ftxpßnfifts - - 1,195 27,944 (230) 75,772 104.681 61.04' IQ |

'"terfund transfers 15,000 50,000 1.500 34.447 (100,947) - Q7/QR Qft/OQ qq/nn nn/rn m/ ; w/uu uu/u ui Balance, ending $ 76,078 $ 126,628 $ 4,695 $ 348.357 $ 12,500 $ 437,859 $ 1,006,117 $ 901,431

Year

Sources of Revenue Revenue From Business Operations

Other Fees

6% Centre Spot Pita Shack 22%

—Health Plan | • Harvey's Business Operations 7% 13%

57% Wilfs

32%

For more information, contact: Paul Tambeau, Vice President: Finance & Administration at [email protected] 24International Wednesday January 29 2003

World Vision's development

Famous international aid organization shifting focus from large aidprojects to grassroots development

Western nations. However, he has also been Kaelyn Koepke include the involved in grassroots projects that

7 the refers the of the whom serve. For many, term 'development to input people they prevalence of modern technology and luxuries Wright's first example of a past project was but for others it is simply the ability to sustain nutritional development in Guatemala. Over

mal- themselves. 50% of the children in Guatemala are

evident the the lack It is by gross amountof inequal- nourished and the biggest problem is

within modern world that the efforts malnutrition ity our of of awareness that is even a prob- development and foreign aid have not eradi- lem. The entire community suffers the conse- cated but rather have of stunted and problems, exasperated quences growth as such, it as them. seen as natural as opposed to a side effect of

Economic theories of 'trickle down' and inadequate nutrition. trade liberalisation claim to benefit society However, the problem of malnutrition is through economic growth but have made far more complicated than simply a lack of marginal gains in social growth. The mode of recognition, Wright said. Other factors include File Photo World and land distribution and development practised by Vision poor farming techniques World Vision employee Tim Wright at a child weighing station in the Marsabit region of Kenya. many Non-Governmental Organisations that cause land exhaustion.

Guatemala's funds were donated to a and them with food to build (NGO's) today is that of sustainability. Furthermore, coffee is one of Additionally, cap nity pay a 26-kilo-

Sustainable the and is unstable on the and water to the metre electric fence. However, the communi- development encourages primary exports very spring pipe village, providing

in reliable of clean water. not consulted with empowerment of women and children the world market due to the speculation of supply a source ty was regard to the exact

and the and demand northern recent the occurrence of of the fence. the fence development process, promotes by importers. In Next, Wright explained positioning Resultantly,

similar in African for two to three weeks longevity of the environment. years, a steady decline of coffee prices and problems Tanzania, an operated approximately

rich in wildlife but undevel- until realized that the fence Tim Wright currently works with World massive fluctuations have made for an unsta- nation relatively it was prevented

Vision Canada to the of ble of income for Guatemalan families. Dodoma is arid in Tanzania the of nomadic cattle from improve quality pro- source oped. an region passage pasture. The failure of this demonstrates the gramming facilitated to solve problems of child As a result, people simply do not have enough that has been damaged by shifting production project malnutrition. had the to stable food for their to meet market demands. of the local involve- Last week, I opportunity money provide a supply importance community's

started farm maize of to interview him about his career with the families. Access to clean water is also prob- These regions have to mentin development to create a sense own- well-known NGO. distances in due in demand. and lematic, as one must walk great to an increase global ership incorporate colloquial knowledge.

maize is vul- Mountain in the mid-Savanna desert Many are familiar with World Vision's ad order to obtain potable water. However, more Marsiput

than tradi- of North also demonstrates the social campaigns that depict the desperate condi- Due to a contaminated water nerable to drought Kenya

of and the amountof tions faced Third World children. These 20% of the children tional and may require complexity development by supply, ____ crops Besides consideration that is of powerful images are usually juxtaposed with have diarrhea. irrigation to sustain. truly required. Droughts

and the late 1960s and early 1970s caused the star- American celebrities such as Randy Travis or It is questionable what a Development and drought improper farming here lack vation of nomadic tribe due loss of live- Alex Trebek who narrate the circumstances of development plan could possi- foreign aid have strategies, too exists a a to a the children. do of of malnutrition stock. bly remedy this, as NGO's not eradicated recognition this In truth, that the does such as World Vision cannot and a low supply of drinking A missionary organized Wright says money problems but group nomadic tribe become farmers not directly flow into the hands of the individ- physically change the coffee exasperated them water as seen in Guatemala. to on Marsiput.

ual child A fundamental of multiple tribes live on this mountain. sponsored. Instead, child sponsorship prices within the economy or part However,

funds to edu- For in the 19305, British colonial community development projects the government policies. World Vision's plan was example, the tribe from organized by World Vision. However, the projects that cate village elders and women government imported Burji child The of the mountain Tim Wright has worked on various projects Wright has worked with in in regards to nutrition. Ethiopia. population

around the world. that it is educate five thousand. This Throughout his career, he Guatemala implemented an education pro- Wright expressed important to comprised thirty overpop- and the has worked of that the of the elders well because control ulation created clashes over resources on a variety programs gram, teaching importance using proper village as they

different theories of that effects the ofthose of those resources. The increased embody development. water sources and developing a balanced diet. the resources in turn use depletion

has been involved contributed to estab- forced to descend the He with projects that Also, World Vision facilitated small poultry resources for diet. Wright population farming where the soil is less suitable for involve the traditional top-down approach to production enterprises within the villages to lishing small-scale irrigation projects and intro- mountain

food in increased failure. development that typically focuses on the develop a community market that would duced goat rearing projects to provide a crops, resulting crop took toll the transfer of and from coffee and the This also a on technology expertise reduce dependency on exports. income supply throughout dry sea- great population

on the mountain is sons. local resources. Agriculture

of because of the The Another example of one Wrighfs proj- only possible forestry. pre- the ects is in the village of Chizomoche, Tanzania. cipitation patterns are dependent on vege-

and tation for and The With a population of one hundred twenty transpiration evaporation.

malnourished. With the of the forests the children, seventy were depletion destroys regularity of rainfall. the of vegetation implementation of an education program and Further, disruption

of the deteriorates the water source a health clinic, only seven original sev- underground the This which effects the entire of enty children remained malnourished. population and the nomads in the desert. model of social development became an mountain living careful example to other villages. Wright describes "A complicated problem requires often that of is to and consideration, a key component development planning great of local Wright bring awareness of the problems at hand and beyond the means expertise,"

that local can only also the hope to address them. "Those are the conveyed, adding people the assis- which work out sustainable solutions with conditions in organizations must carry international Having with the people receiving aid," said Wright. tance of agencies. of in a variety Conversely, Wright spoke of the top-down worked on numerous projects most signifi- approach often employed by official and bilat- nations, Wright identifies that the of child nutrition is lack eral foreign aid projects. Wright conveyed that cant barrier to proper

often organizations have good intentions but recognition. with idea of a solution differs go into communities having pre-conceived Wright's malnutrition notions before listening to their needs of the every circumstance. Ratifying and edu- also that be as immunizations people. However, Wright argued in may as simple

or and cation as recent times, the validity of a participatory or as complicated implementing of democratic approach is recognized by most reforming government policy. Regardless and partic- large aid institutions but not always followed. the circumstance, the mobilization

is essential. In North Kenya, elephants from a nearby ipation of the community

National would File Photo park destroy village crops.

World decided to the the Vision organize commu- Tim Wrighfs career with World Vision has taken him all over world. International 25 Wednesday January 29 2003 v

International Opinion Lifeblood of capitalism

markets free On of this into alternative fuel research. Companies like is that opening up new promotes top debacle, our own govern-

Ballard Power and Alternative Fuel Concepts, trade, creates new jobs and fuels investment. ment, representing Canadians around the

within in conjunction with partners in the United However, this only happens by sacrificing world, can not even agree its own party

are environmental and the whether or not they are to the States have been at it for years but products policies undermining going accept conditions the make their to the mar- of to control their own new U.S. is to establish. only just starting to way power governments trying all for but The the ket. It stands to question if these alternative country. Now I'm making a buck, ignorance displayed by govern-

it that the will stand the world's fuels could have been imple- not when means ment not up to corporate

in markets. mented much sooner and a lot of people of a country have their resolve energy Rightly so, though

hold for that Americans anxious to more damage to the environment rights put on corpora- are put money Should not the saved. tions. into developing the Canadian services industry Robert Demille alter corporation The middle would because there is lot of It seems that alternative fuels ground a opportunity. its practices to be allow to In Canada does not have the fund- will slowly emerge. Through to governments reality, benefit the people, all the world search of multilateral trade the out of when it to take advantage of its oil and natural Countries over are in agreements, opt agreements ing gas, not the other way natural and other United States becomes that their let alone expand its hydro services. So new deposits of oil, gas hopes to gain yet apparent funding around? another in the demo- own citizens are hurt. from other countries would resources that will help fuel the developed advantage being help. However,

world. Once This would still allow profit to a contract that will hurt Canadians is economies of the world for the next few years. cratic markets of the signing

while not what this needs. with The great capitalist machine is running at again they try and force new leg- flow, encouraging com- country Especially

markets islation like the World to return to good business Chretien on his out as our Prime Minister. full tilt to try and free up energy through institutions panies practices. way

under the General Should not the alter its The last thing we need is a PM who is through deregulation, in countries such as Trade Organization, corporation prac- pen

Trade in which tices to benefit the and not the other Canada, Mexico and our South American Agreement on Services (GATS) people, happy.

bureau- around? neighbours. ironically is controlled by American way

and We do live in a democratic .cor- Though it is hard not to question these crats lobby groups. country..

that would make rect? actions, given the amounts of money flowing The argument capitalists

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Men finally kick bucket

Men lose two weekend contests to fall to 1-14; Losses officially eliminate

Golden Hawks from OUA playoff contention

Marc who es. In some this is Laurier. leading point scorer, Arsenau, cookbooks, referred to as:

after- was sidelined with a broken thumb. "A recipe for disaster." To the To make matters worse, Saturday Hawks, it is

noon's match the fifth-ranked "We knew we'd more like par for the Rich Kawamoto was against

of have course. team in the country, the University to come togeth- Toronto 3, Laurier 0 with lot of So now the Toronto Varsity Blues. er today a age-

of the for beat these commented old How do the continues tell the same With two starters out intensity to guys," question re-appears: As saga to losing lineup you knew middle hitter Steve Dao. the remainder of the season? tale, the Laurier men's volleyball team has the Hawks, they they approach

of motivat- "A attitude still has to .there three in for a battle. But [U T] really positive remain on one saving grace.. are only were tough "They

ed to their the court at all Dao left in the battle it was not. us to play up level, times," responded. games season. a certainly It is a tell tale sign "There's This weekend the Hawks Blues dominated the but there were a lot of mis- always room to improve so thafs past saw drop The that a team is in what focus until the takes on our that should- we can on the season's two more matches, which plummets their match right from get-go, trouble when part

The done. We've a and record to a woeful 1-14. The two losses offi- the Hawks in n't have happened. inten- got team the punishing just blame is put on young only

for was there but unfortunate- to build confidence in them is eliminate chance a playoff over an hour, three to sity way through cially any games anyone or any-

and also the Hawks last none. The had we couldn't get the win." experience." berth assure place sweat barely thing other than ly There Second middle hitter Bob in the OUA. broken for the Blues before the themselves for were, however, year Moulson

the court match done. some for the Hawks, thinks of much the "We've Friday night the Hawks took to was sloppy play. sparks things same, got albeit done. It is to show that make against the only team they have beaten all "They were a really strong immaturely a people we can play, that in them believe The Hawks took team noted third tell tale sign a team is we can win. We've season, the Ryerson Rams. today," year really got the first which them for libera Connor Houston. "We trouble when blame is on to lose." two sets, gave hope put nothing

dreadful should have them better but other than themselves True, there is lose for their second win in this season. given a run anyone or anything really nothing to

too for First it was the refs, then it the Hawks...other than the final three But a combination they were tough." sloppy play.

offense. should of the which about def- Toronto showed was the Blues' They is as ot poor passing and strong games season, Ryerson Laurier 2 3, how have the chase.. 1 -14 record is inite them in the of lack of focus led to the Hawks just just cut to .a as finishing basement

the final three and relentless result of minimal focus and the entire the Rams taking games strong they really are. They were a poor effort, league. of from coach- thus of for offense and it was all done without their lack of motivation ending any hope a playoff run on any type

Eadie trades skates for cleats Men dumped

(continued from Cover) winger Julian Smith, York

was able to blast six more Caitlin Howlett the entire lineup soon goals past Day.

returned to the lethargic "Everything just Eadie's has Cindy picture them seemed to click for play that saw go us/' in appeared more frequently down three goals in five said York player Blair the Cord than Rosehart's, iod minutes. Later in the it Grennier (he was point-

Pushalik's eye and the infa- seemed that Day had held less on the night). "We

mous Full House references. back the floodgates, mak- moved the puck on Her has been embla- name offence and the ing a spectacular break- stopped

zoned on the cover almost for- flow defense. We are away save on speedy on much the word as as This the win ward Daryl Bat. gave just happy to get "strike." However, you a the Hawks a chance to and allow ourselves little mistake might her for some- make something happen, breathing room in the

one else when see her you but a.foolish crosscheck- standings."

with a baseball bat in lieu of ing penalty would lead to While the Yeomen mask. a goalie them- the fourth York goaf. Like may have allowed The WLU women's the three previous mark- selves some breathing hockey netminder and for- could Laurier was ers, it was one that room, simply

mer Rookie of the CIS Year is Hawk be blamed more on the left breathless. grabbing the spotlight once Rick defense than on the goal- defenseman again, this time, it is not only tender. who hails from CaitlinHowlett Hwodeky, on the ice. Eadie has recent- "We The slow speed of the Parma, Ohio said, (above) is because between and softball there isn't much time left. received another callback Eadie studying now hockey ly had tired at the Golden Hawks may have some legs the National but she the of third base for Canadian expecting a call back, continued to rest position. fact been due to the fact they beginning. But the is, Softball to the the modest Eadie received the with the I will be team play in tournament "Hopefully, couldn't the played in a tough over- we stop puck, the spring tournaments in another invite to the national Eventually, invited to selection camp yet squad. time in St. and we couldn't score game narrowed this and will Arizona. This callback selection the final roster was again I camp. year Catherine's the night tonight. Hockey games the she admit- comes after her recent train- Playing ball since the down to 15 players and she make team," like before, and did not return just can't be won ing at the University of tender of five for her had the option to train in BC ted, noting that the Olympic camp age to Waterloo until late into that." t-ball alone she for Athens will Alabama. mother's squad, Eadie or home, so qualifiers men go the night. While the Laurier this "It for invited the selection for home and occur in Puerto Rico was very exciting was to opted in few Whatever the reason stayed to put a with the me to be asked to compete in British Columbia, remained on-call for the summer. Along cardio work camp for the sloppy play, the hours of extra with the which she does like of the team since I got cut not to Venezuela trip. hopes Olympic rings, Yeomen York Yeomen were not at the arena, the

last admitted Eadie. talk about because of the Last Eadie was will continue to year," year, team play and headed interested in excuses. hit the bus

Eadie has been out invited back to the selection their usual summer tourna- trying "grueling process...that with a ten They showed why they back to school she but make ments. "If for the for the team since was brings back painful memo- camps, failed to we qualify in the are the top team in their to one victory

with the insistence from ries of the final roster. "I was sent the team will Hawk 18, army-like training." Olympics, books. The lone division, and how an her that she her No matter how home with five other centralize in BC for of Richard parents get grueling along part went to offense that relies on a goal "foot the door." A the the coaches the winter [for in process, athletes, including two past to prepare the only number of players instead Colwill, possibly walk-on tryout in 2001 liked what they saw and Olympians." She did not Athens]." gave few on the night. of just a superstars is bright spot her the motivation to "make named her to the fact that she was An the consequently deny Olympic hopeful, Look for the Hawks to key to their success. the without the Team, but did in the it through day Development giv- "disappointed," eigth-ranked goalie back with stronger Backed by the intense come getting clocked in the head ing her the opportunity to mention that "if anything, it CIS and an Economics week- physical play of bruising performances next in the Canada in motivation to Eadie has with a line drive," joked play Cup me more major, certainly host the gave defenseman John end, when they her full. Eadie. To her own surprise, White Rock, BC. An injury continue trying out." plate Saturday Eminger, who sent Hawk Windsor Lancers and With her she made the first cut on the national team gave recent callback, forwards sprawling all and Sunday. the her what she terms Eadie believes she is still was invited to regional a "pro- night, and the offensive third and considered for the and again, was not motion" to base, being camp firepower of Bat and Sports 27 Wednesday January 29 2003

Omar is Miles ahead of the competition

Our talked because of the level of basketball that I've OM: youth is about a lot, but so

of have been playing over the last few many us played together or against Shawn Parker years.

one another for so long that we don't feel

did like bunch of rookies. A lot of have NAME: Omar Miles SP: What goals and expectations you a us

for in rookie at a level of some be it AGE: 20 set out yourself early on your played high sort,

HIGH SCHOOL: Silverthome Collegiate campaign? regional or provincial basketball, so many

HEIGHT: 5"9' OM: First and foremost, I wanted to make of us were at least prepared for the kind of

170 lbs that know we were to see in the OUA. WEIGHT: sure I got to my teammates, on pressure going

for the rest of the like to NICKNAME: Roadrunner and off the court. Team chemistry is key in As year, we keep

the short We POSITION: Point Guard basketball, and of the utmost importance our sights set on term. hope to

IN find finish in least fourth a MOST POINTS ONE GAME: 27 for a point guard. I needed to out early at place to secure

and home and what on what my teammates strengths playoff game, see we can

sensational rookie weaknesses and how I when do from there. I recently sat down with were, could,

point guard of the Laurier Golden Hawks on the court, exploit the strengths and help

basketball Miles. The down the weaker SP: How would describe own men's team, Omar play areas. you your

and who do Hawks are now at a crucial point in their Secondly, I wanted to become a starter game, you pattern yourself

with to be satisfied after? schedule, only eight games remaining early on. I wasn't going sitting

the bench in first OM: If had to break before the OUA playoffs begin. on my sea- I my Colin Duffett

because I'm the of down and son, type game say I played Miles has been a hugefactor in the success

successful ath- that needs be like it would be two of men's basketball this season. SP: You were a three-sport player to out on anyone,

" has since it lete school. At what the court to make an impact. players. On defense, it to 1968, was a defining momentfor all throughout high point I was recruited is with be The of Hawks. It's about the in career did decide to focus on Nothing guaranteed Glove, Gary Payton. us as respect that your you by some of the is There is better for have for basketball? our team. No starter's job no feeling we our teammates, and ourselves major football pro- think about worked hard me than down and how Hawks If OM: I really didn't ever it, it was safe, so I just as as the shutting an always fly together. any grams across fifth when the is athlete doesn't know what means a natural transition. I football I could, and by the game game varsity it just played country, but bas- opponent basketball) in of the season I had made on the line. As for offen- to be a all need to do is walk and soccer (along with high ketball is where my Hawk, you up

sive I'd have to I the stairs of the and school. I was recruited by some of the enough of an impression on game, say Concourse, step onto my heart is." little like the seal. take for football across the Coach to be the a Jason Kidd, in Laurier It won't long some- major programs country, given starting play

role. took the ball and ran that look to and one to fill in on what Purple Pride is all but basketball is where my heart is. I just I pass first, you -Laurier point guard shoot second. about. with it from there, so to speak. Omar Miles

did choose Laurier? third is to become SP: Why you My goal

factor the Rookie of the Year. I SP: In that what would If sit down and take the time to OM: The number one deciding in CIS case, you

rather make a listen, Omar Miles has some choice was Peter think it's attainable, and if I can do; interest- making my (Head Coach) you big really

off two unbe- with each and steal or a clutch three with the ing things to He is not the a-typical ath- Campbell. He had just come keep improving every game pointer say.

the make in the on the line? lete who is focused on himself with no lievable seasons at Laurentian. Secondly, I and help team a run play- game only

realized. Without steal. for teammates. On the it selected Laurier because of the fantastic offs, it's a goal that can be OM: a doubt, definitely a big regard court, is

I enrolled This in at down to see that Omar is Business program. Currently, am year, a game Laurentian, by easy always watching

out in Communications with the Business SP: Who has been most instrumental in one with only forty seconds left, I made a for those around him, be it with his

hard where steal and took it the of the court for a defense or option, and am working to move into helping you get to you are today? length smothering electrifying passes.

out next coaches We the one Off the he is focused on what he the full Business program fall. OM: All of the great I've played tor, lay-up. won game by point, court,

all the school and it was such a thrill. It was one needs to done in the classroom. But way through elementary up definitely get make mistake about when the SP: How have found the until have dif- of the of the season for no it, you on court tran- today taught me something highlights myself. game he afraid the sition from high school to university ball? ferent. is on the line, is not to put

If I had to in What does Golden Hawk mean team on his back and them to victory. OM: sum it up one word, I'd SP: being a carry

it's been smooth. I'm that it's Given that this is Omar Miles? A film in the it will not be say not saying SP: year's team so young, to highlight making, and off before been as it's been but. don't did foresee this kind of success? OM: To it's a sense of on long a twenty-seven point or eight- easy, anything I you early me, pride, becomes what but do feel And where do the Hawks the court. When we beat Waterloo at steal just want to come across as cocky, I you see heading performance that this Waterloo earlier this for the first time everyone is expecting to see. I was prepared coming into this season, year? year

Duffman says stop

associations to leagues and that did young hockey players learn hit Colin DufFett the from like not participate in program was people Bryan

dirtiest in outstanding. In fact, many of the Marchment, the player

teams I played against during my hockey today.

The is hockey days did not wear the stop stop sign program going &he Sbudent; Travel While in Visits signs on their jerseys. to fail for another reason. Experts!

the middle of fast This recent cause has been a paced game,

to take ￿ Student Class Airfares championed by Canadian hock- very few people are going '**]

c: ey's resident loudmouth Don the time to read and think about * Eurail & Britrail Passes | of the stuck the back of Cherry, along with a plethora stop sign on

others Fan 590 radio helmet. Case in Daniel • Bus Passes Stop! You see the signs everywhere including your point, Backpacker |

Alfredsson's so-called hit while driving. Now expect to see it host Bob McCowan. Whereas dirty on

in last while on the ice too. As a result of nobody doubts the importance of Darcy Tucker year's playoffs.

will that the hit the of cord the of Most of us recent surge spinal decreasing frequency spinal agree Working Holiday Visas | but that it injuries in hockey, Bauer-Nike cord injuries in hockey, I severely was illegal was not nec- • Hostel Cards & Student | doubt effectiveness these stick- A Hockey announced on Friday, the essarily premeditated. stop sign

Tucker's back would not January 26 that they would be cre- ers will have on the masses of on Darcy

in ating and distributing stop sign minor hockey players across have helped that situation.

stickers Canada. It's shame that the to all minor hockey associ- a new pro- 112 failed will fail for the OUS ations across Canada. The original program gram same reasons

This because it did not reach that the first one did. The crusade began many years every stop sign

VTi team in across will not work. Hitting ago when the stop sign patches every league program

In from behind will to were introduced to Ontario minor Canada. order for any program continue hap-

of this kind to work it has to be uni- in hockey and until somebody league hockey. The stop signs pen

" of versal Canadian minor stands and starts fix the actu- were then sewn onto the backs across up to t* WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY

the in The alone are al then we will continue Nichols Floor hockey jerseys an attempt to hockey. stop signs problem Fred Campus Centre, 3rd

down behind in make to be fed these bandaid solutions. cut on hitting from not enough to players "stop"

hockey. hitting from behind. They need to Kudos to Don Cherry and Bauer

educated. need be for the ball but I can remember when the be They to getting rolling, www.travelcuts.com the to we've to badges were first introduced into taught early on proper way got a long way go.

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You Planet... Coming soon... Lady We don't know how you Aside from T3 (July 2), some of2oo3's most guessed it, but I Mother Earth anticipated (and most commercial) movies. was the mystery band that Biker Boyz The Guru Bruce Almighty rocked The Turret

Starring Laurence Fishbourne, Starring Heather Graham, Marisa Starring Jim Carrey, Morgan Derek Luke and Lisa Bonet. Please Tomeiand Jimi Mistry. An Indian Freeman and Jennifer Anniston.

Don't let this be a Fast and the dance teacher fools some We don't know what this movie is but Furious with motorcycles. Americans into thinking he's some about, exactly, Carrey is in it healer. Go Bollywood! and Freeman plays God. Sweet.

Starts January 31 Starts January 31 Starts May 23

The Hulk Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas American Wedding

Bryn Boyce

Cool lighting still makes this performance mediocre.

broke off from them right? Yeah

Bryn Boyce 'that song' was either "One More

Astronaut" or "Summertime in

The A-Team and Turret had their the Void."

heart in the right place here. Phil The lead singer, Brian Byrne, Chris all Champagne, Stanley and who replaced Edwin, pranced on the worked hard dressed blond gang very to stage in a wig and

bring the ungrateful Laurier cam- a bandanna. "I'm Avril Lavigne,

pus a FREE concert. The problem and this is Nickleback". His

economical. of the stars was purely mocking rejection pop Eric Bana, Jennifer The DreamWorks crew Starring brings you from band Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, During an interview it seemed trite coming a Connelly and Nick Nolte. The this animation adventure with the Seann William.The American Pie became quite apparent that whose limited success came on special effects will probably rock, voices of Brad Pitt, Catherine Zeta- cast is back: Jim (Biggs) and Laurier, based on size and the the backs of MuchMusic and Big but didn't they already make this Jones, Michelle Pfeiffer and Joseph of free 1 4. Michelle (Hannigan) are getting potential profit margin a Shiny Tunes & comic into a movie? Feines....yowza! will The Canadian married! Debauchery ensue. concert, was not going to attract a CRTC's protege "Big Band." Finger Eleven and hit the stage and was less than Starts June 20 Starts June 27 memorable. fans Starts August 1 Our Lady Peace were turned Only true IME down for could the and among others, being appreciate concert, love faded when either too expensive or too their blind Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat House of Sand and Fog Peter Pan peripheral to cater to Laurier's Edwin left. Top 40 crowds. The 'moshpit', the only spot could fall the I Mother Earth, a band mostly where you truly into

swept under the music industry's moment, was excessively con- staff. doormat, poked its head out at trolled by a nervous security

the Blind Date venue on However, in the wake of UW's

Monday. Most people who bar scandal, the intrusions were showed for if not up were hoping a justified appreciated. wide of bands that memorable of range Laurier The only song the "One More could never dream of attracting. night was

Rumours flew like bombs over Astronaut" and the encore

heard seemed to lack real that Baghdad. "I it was 3 Doors any surge Starring Mike Myers, Alec Baldwin Starring Sir Ben Kingsley and "I Matthew have ended the on a Jeremy Sumpter, Jason Isaacs, Down" or hope it's could night and Kelly Presten. Dr. Seuss + Jennifer Based on the Connelly. Good Band" "If Olivia Williams and Rachel Hurd- or it's not high note. Mike sheer Myers = genius. amazing book by Andre Dubus 111 Wood. This artwork is from the Metallica I'm committing sui- Sorry To Say: The Blind Date about the American Dream from idea and wonderful animated movie that came out in cide." was a great two different points of view. very a '02. I Mother Earth. Yeah... thafs gesture that was dampened by remember them. musical right you They largely impotent per- Starts November 21 Starts Fall/Holiday that Edwin formance. Starts December 25 had that song, and guy Reuben, What Is He Dippity Doin'?

Ed mic where several to it full time with a an impromptu open making music, doing Jon crowd Radio Laurier of and entertaining. goes to a Christian hip hop show members, including goal being positive hands waving in drop-in Fraser McDonald, dropped a few Judging from the 100-150 lines Overall the the air and kids on stage. event was very on Wednesday (parents effort Reuben he's so study hall. His debut record made waves entertaining, an ensured by included), doing a pretty good job far. Jon Corbin with a surprising blend of upbeat party himself. tracks, deep, introspective numbers, with John also took the time to sit down with The touches of melodic hooks and discuss his underground hip-hop scene was repre- sprinkled us to aims in making music. "My

sented well last with definite to that deals with Wednesday by Columbus, rapcore. Hindsight was a pro- goal is write music life," Ohio's who in Southern he evident the track John Reuben, was gression as Reuben expressed his spirituali- said, as on Hindsight. Ontario on an 8 day promotional tour that ty and how it related to the problems of "I screamed to God out of frustration after Waterloo Pentecostal life. While he have another of and the fact wrapped up at everyday may some day waking hating A moderate crowd of excited showed Waterloo that still where said Assembly. serious things to say, John I'm I'm at." John plain-

teens, students and parents came out to see on Wednesday that he is all about fun. ly, "I've struggled with the whole thing of the old who's been Reuben's life 24 year emcee rocking high-energy performance cap- being pointless and just finding pur- mics the North tured the audience from the on American stage since opening pose. To take (my music) and see others 2000. the crowd minute. He playfully encouraged relate to that and to be an encouragement,

to Nashville's Gotee to wave their hands and bantered with the it doesn't better than that for me." Signed Records, get any John has released two albums, his debut audience the entire evening. Performing Reuben's goal beyond making good music favourites such Are We There Yet?, and last year's past as "Divine Inspiration" is to be an inspiration and an influence to

Before that Reuben earned his and "Gather In" the crowd for the that look to him. "The Hindsight. opened up teenagers up

an event newer numbers "Doin"' and"I John Reu." (for he to name locally, running open mic in biggest thing me)," says, "is hang

when he was 18 old. For The was as out with kids that's Corbin Columbus years onstage energy contagious ... rewarding." Jon Reuben describes Alan and those John backup performers DJ Manny "\ used to work 40-45 hours a week at unaware, Laurier groupies surround the MCs. white kid with showcased their skills break then home and make music." himself as "a dorky curly dancing, rap- Wendy's, go hair" that earned his stripes freestyling in ping and on the turntables. John then host- Reuben has graduated from the hobby of • Wednesday January 29 2003 Entertainment 29

Gimmie a C-U-N-T....what does that spell?

her in in performance the National referred to the speculum a Melissa Allen & Tour of The office Vagina Monologues, gynecologist's as "cold Siobhan incredible Bhagwat gave an performance in metal duck lips" which drew which she nods portrayed a Bosnian many as most women could

refugee who was brutally raped relate to her analogy. One cannot CUUNNNT! Yelled actress Starla six Serbian soldiers the Kidder's of by over forget interpretation a Benford, to the audience. Let me of course seven days. It was evi- monologue by a woman who hear you scream CUNT! The dent there were genuine tears went to a vagina workshop where audience in the orchestra pit Benford's sobs. among In her she discovers how to give herself yelled back, obviously enjoying for the first after liberation of such an orgasm time, the uttering a File Photo years of self-denial. Kidder's taboo word. On Tuesday, January "This is one of accounts are humourous and Box...pussy...The Vagina Monologues explores these terms. 28, 2003 at Bpm The Vagina those shows that down to earth, yet powerful Monologues opened for five days. of and source joy beauty, with the birth. All three actresses brought to woman enough convey strong mes- There were tears, there was every of another laugh- help woman. In anoth- their own flair their indi- of the and unique to sages pride ownership there were empathetic groans should see..." humourous ter, er more piece, Carle vidual performances. The Vagina that comes with accepting one's and shocked gasps as Benford, is sex-worker whose clients a only Monologues is a body. deeply evocative Carle and alongside Amy J. are woman. Carle imitates the dif- and intimate showcase Bosnian main that allows depiction of the woman, The theme running Kidder took the audience ferent that Margot moans each woman is the audience Benford to experience the essentially became that Carle's monologues was the of through on a journey through eyes of when of of her capable making enjoying points view various women woman, making performance that of one's sexual- different each with rediscovering many women, an orgasm, on the each that much In depending per- represented by more poignant. ity. one piece, Carle plays a monologue. tell about their own story to their, sonal characteristics of that This is of those who starred in the one shows that Kidder, orig- young girl who was raped by her well, vagina. woman. Carle's immitations were inal with father's and every woman should see and Superman Christopher friend as a result, The that each per- monologues so well done, fellow co-star bring her boyfriend or friend Reeves as Lois Lane, provided ceives her vagina as a source of guy actress performed were extreme- Kidder was coaxed to remark to. jok- along The more men that are much comic relief with her bold pain and humiliation. This self- of women's ly moving accounts ingly that it was obvious that Carle educated the and wide comedic also on subject and the voice range perception is encouraged by with all involv- had been experiences things practicing this particular more woman who are able to and brash characters, including her mother's negative attitudes, that of the female ing mystical part alone her hotel room. monologue openly acknowledge their own one who demanded that her vagi- which leave an impression on the who received anatomy. Benford, a The show concluded with with their be catered and the other of this relationships "woman- na to, not young girl. At 16 years age, National Award Kidder's reflection Broadway thoughtful on hood," the better for women way around. This character even girl allows her vagina to be a Nomination for Best Actress for the beauty and (pain!) of child- everywhere. The James Bond of Deceit

Leonardo is back in Catch Me

if You Can so catch him ifyou

can...

express competence, flamboy- and ance, sexuality originality Tito Goya by constantly playing some part.

Therefore, he has a tremendous "Next It's 7 please." pm sharp ability to seduce, drive an airplane Friday and from all medicine and law night evryone or practice as three Catholic schools in K-W soon as he steps into the appropri- have a date and are in line at ate uniform just from watching File Photo Galaxy Cinemas. movies."

Leonoardo looks in a uniform. Swoon... "Next please." My hungry Mr. Black: "This is entirely miss- DiCaprio dreamy pilot's look and almighty sneer ing the point. If there is something the of worth announce joy soon being discussing about this Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo, Ontario able sit in to one of those high movie, it is the DiCaprio- back hand frozen collaboration. armchairs, my Spielberg Here we

on a size back have wizards king pop, laying in two of the box office the and who don't damn darkness, counting sighs ratings give a

giggles DiCaprio's latest movie are about the artistic value of their

to "Next it going inspire. please." work, so long as meets their Almost like Woody Allan holding drive to experiment with their Annie Hall the hand in down- skills and their CALL FOR COMMENTS by eventually money- town New York, I try to avoid related expectations. I would per- Evaluation Committee for the Registrar that overhearing Oh-so-witty con- sonally inscribe their names in the versation poking me from behind: Hall of Shame if it weren't for Metcalfe's ends accord with Mr. White: Dr. John term as Registrar on April 30, 2003. In University "Ifs not a lack of those spectacular airport scenes in evaluation committee has been established to evaluate the work of the authenticity, but Frank William Catch Me If You Can. The fact is, procedures, an (Leonardo Abignale DiCaprio) is a historically, the '70s don't in the incumbent, review the position description, and make a recommendation regarding renewal. classical example of personality least resemble tfre movie's „ transition. He develops various decor... but Spielberg is consider- Submissions are invited from the University community on issues that should be considered

behavioral associated the by our the be obtained patterns ing greater good giving during the evaluation process. A copy of position description can by calling with distinct sets of memories and collective of the ol' image good the Submissions Committee Secretary at ext. 3727. (in writing or by e-mail) should be sent to perceptions called forth by differ- '70s life and shape." the Committee Secretary ([email protected]) or to the Committee Chair ([email protected]). ent names and functions." Mr. Pink & Mr. White: "Hear.

Mr. Pink: "I beg to differ. Frank Hear." All submissions considered by the Committee will be regarded as confidential. You is may nothing more than an abused "Next please." The characters to remain to the members of the Committee. Debbie Thayer, the boy for A request anonymous searching role models. drift apart and we are left with a '70s to the or Rowland Chair of the should receive Holden if you wish... in stare of the Catch Me If You Can Secretary Committee, Smith, Committee, com-

search for the of his lost The that indicate who the is. of those who wish be will image promotional poster. vague ments commentator Names to anonymous family, the unlived resemblance of the Panam Air childhood, be deleted before the comments reach the Committee. protection and the ultimate wish pilot to DiCaprio, destined to Evaluation Committee Members to settle down and make an hon- gelled back blond hair and the est living." signs of a premature beer belly Rowland Smith, Vice-President: Academic and Chair

Mr. Black: "I That make want better under- concur. me to Robert Campbell, Dean, Faculty of Arts would explain his lack of remorse stand this fascination with star- Arthur Szabo, Dean, Faculty of Science and feelings of guilt." dom, youth, Panam Air pilots, past Abednego Aryee, Student Representative Mr. White: "But that's just it. decades, uniforms, Leo and THE The Bob Basso, of Social Work severe psychological abuse MOVIES. Faculty Frank experienced in his child- "Next please." The line in front Joan Kilgour, Department of Languages and Literatures hood leads to his need of me had shortened dramatically, profound Ed Kott, Department of Biology to distance himself from in the of sorrow moving now rhythm one David Vaughan, Department of Mathematics and pain. Frank has no intention big delayed clockwork. School of Terry Levesque, of Business and Economics facing the fears of being strand-

ed in an adult Jan Overduin, Faculty of Music world without any

support, nor the responsibilities Gerry Schaus, Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies that are attached it. he to Thus, Marilyn Watson, Registrarial Services becomes a conman, a James Stephen Wenn, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education Bond of deceit. He is only able to Office of the Vice-President: Academic: January 16, 2003 30'Entertainment Wednesday January 29 ?nm

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vocals from like a dirty never sick draw away great gui- joke you get but each of and that want tar hooks song contains hearing you to listen to. "Diddle glittering nuggets of gold. For everyone my and follow the example, "Streets and Headlights" Skittle" "Lovertits" theme the contains the line "our park is get- sexually-charged of album. Peaches is in of ting colder /1 have no coat so hold a league her with The Teaches of me tighter," and although it's own Wanna write for and somewhat the closest is basic, sappy stu- Peaches, comparison Madonna but won't there pid, the image hits like a wrecking we go Entertainment? ball and world and the "Diddle creates a of beauty, as hymn My and Skittle" "There's honesty passion: three quali- goes: only one It's peachy-keen! ties not found in many bands' Peach with the whole in the mid- This line sound dle!" lyrics. may remi-

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indie but that's because Right now, I love Brantford's sic.com only Peaches, born and raised in the harmonize and don't scene. Compared to big name voices Toronto, Canada, but developed album releases, Brantford is full of screech like other "hard rockers" musically in Berlin, Germany all Hank passion. These (and in today's pop music. guys under the Kitty-Yo label, is all Williams about Brantford bands) seem to really sang relationships about the T&A. With her Roland from the and he isn't emo! want to escape dead, feelings too, yet MC-505 (nicknamed "MCS") her lunch-pail town, and slamming Besides, other then having a rela- trashy, pink leather hot pants and what else there do on a guitar must be the most tionship, is to ROME'S this a shameless attitude, chick viable method. I praised Lemon in Brantford? will rock your world in more ways Merchant's album Great Day for a than one. ADULT ENTERTAINMENT Chicken Chariot Race for being Justin Sharp / / I must, however, add a dis- total chaotic and completely tight claimer The to anyone purchasing ...where it's ail about talent! simultaneously - the Vermieious Teaches of Peaches: do NOT play Knid's Days That Stand Still is the this while the with CD in car your exact opposite. Song structure mother. The beats are a raunchy dramatic changes mid-way, open- electro-rock fusion and the lyrics AMATEUR STRIP NIGHT ings (that slow beat MONDAY are dirtier. On the first track of the

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■ Wsfa ' ■ WaW 32 Arts Wednesday January 29 2003

Showcase Artist

Miranda

Macdonald

Stolen Canoe

taken friend's when This picture was at a cottage

foimd on the beach. two guys a canoe lying They this resulted in decided to have some fun with it; a

used shovel, broom, and pool noodle being as pad-

dles. Miranda's intent was to immortalize this hilar-

but "much when I ious moment to my dismay got

instead I the film back it wasn't funny at all, cap-

view of the lake." tured a peaceful, serene

Waterfalls

Ifthis veil could be would be out mystical parted you looking

from the Toronto Zoo. Tliis was taken at a scene pictiu-e

waterfall slow shutter Miranda from behind a using a speed.

doubted that the photo "would turn out like anything" but she collected her she received a wonderful surprisewhen

photos.

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dine I'm biased but I think hometown of Kincai "Maybe honestly my

this is a has the most amazing sunsets.*' Maybe she is but gorgeous house. sunset that was "taken oft the stone deck of my friend s

Tfe tainted "Miranda Macctonatd has "always heen

interestedinphotography" hut fier interest trufy "devel-

1 worked the Kincardine "jdews, opedwhen at newspaper' She honedher skid for two consecutive summers. not only

had the to by taking news photos hut afso opportunity

experiment with the cameras. Tor "Mirandaphotography

u is dejmite(y ahout capturing the moment... creating art, Manitouliii Sunset since 1 can't draw it's a goodalternative" taken from Lake "The This photo was a canoe on Kagawang. of the reflections on the sxm was casting awesome ripples

wanted the view but doubt- water" and Miranda to capture

" would this but it turned out ed the camera capture scene

watercolour than looking more like a a summer snapshot.