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THEPROJECTORRED RIVER COLLEGE'S NEWSPAPER September 15, 2003 Campus life better downtown: Barnes Fan fights Phase two puts state-of-the-art facilities in a historic setting to bring by Jani Sorensen as directions, program hase two of the Princess description, contact back the Street campus will cir- information, and stu- cumvent the frustration dent advisors. Baxter P says this location students and staff felt last year Jets when construction on the eliminates the William Avenue building fell runaround for the behind schedule, according to student. By Ryan Hladun RRC's director of campus serv- Another design fea- f you are a true Winnipeg ices. ture is the close prox- sports fan, there's a good Ron Barnes says construction imity of the campus' I chance hockey runs of the Princess building and facilities. In the north through your blood. There's the Jubilee Atrium, which joins end of the building, also a good chance the Moose the Princess and William build- along Elgin Avenue, aren't satisfying your hunger ings, was complete by the time students will find the for hockey the way it's meant students returned Sept. 2. He elevator, stairwell, to be played in the 'Peg. You says phase three, the future site water fountains, lock- want the whiteouts, the noise, of the gym, theatre, and radio er carrels, and wash- the thrills - you want your station on Adelaide Street, is rooms on the second, Jets. It's nice to dream, but is ahead of schedule. third, and fourth it possible? Darren Ford, the The new facility is on the floors. creator of jetsowner.com, site of the historic Winnipeg Practicality is also would make you believe it is. buildings which functioned as an important high- Ford's Website is full of use- the second grain exchange light. For instance, ful Jets tidbits and history. His from 1898 to 1908. Due to this synchronized digital aim with the site, though, is clocks are being Above: phase two of the Princess Street campus, located at the corner of historical status, the college Princess Street and William Avenue. not only to spark interest in has utilized many of the orig- installed in every bringing back the team, but to room and common Below: the view from the learning commons in the new Princess Street nial fixtures, such as brick building. spark action, and in doing so walls, woodwork, painted vault area. to find one individual willing doors, and tiling. Each of these However, Barnes to dig down into his or her features was painstakingly acknowledges there pockets to make it possible. restored to keep their originali- are still a few prob- Ford's campaign has raised ty. For example, the new book- lems to be solved, eyebrows across the city. It has store (located in the southeast such as incomplete been the subject of several corner of the Princess Building) signage and echoing articles in Winnipeg's major was a hardware store over 100 acoustics in the class- newspapers and has even year ago. rooms. "We were caught the attention of Mayor "Emphasis has been put on aware this was going Glen Murray, who has voiced providing a positive, state of to be a problem and optimism for the idea. This is the art learning/study environ- already have been a far cry from the dismissive ment for students and staff," installing some solu- skepticism that existed not Barnes says. He says facilities tions," he says. too long ago whenever the such as the learning commons, As well, cafeteria discussion of bringing the an open-air facility consisting services did not meet NHL back to Winnipeg arose. of a full-service, modern its completion date, The Jets left Winnipeg in library and breakout rooms, and may not be 1996 because the city was offer a better learning environ- ready until the end financially strapped, and the ment than the Notre Dame of the year, according Winnipeg Arena is better suit- campus. "Every outlet is wired, to director of auxil- ed for a wrecking crew than so students have the ability to iary services Robert professional sports. Olson. plug in their laptops and sub/sandwich kiosk and a full But in October of next year, access the Internet anywhere." "Due to the historical nature entrance. Along with providing the NHL will implode as the of the building and the finan- hot kitchen, similar to the cigarettes, bus passes, locks, The campus also houses the Buffalo Cafeteria at Notre players and owners try to Student Services Centre, which cial commitments the college and pens, they will stock cof- hammer out a new collective has made to the government, Dame. A smaller cafe will be fee, popcorn, and other snacks Barnes calls the "One Stop opened across from the learn- bargaining agreement, and Shop," near the 160 Princess it is a complex negotiation," for students and staff. decide whether or not to cap he says. ing commons on the main "People have been very Street entrance. Here, office floor. Until then the supple- the players' salaries. A salary manager Debbie Baxter and The college is reaching a ten- understanding about the con- cap, combined with the con- tative agreement with a private mental coffee shop will remain struction and that it is still a her staff promise "we'll do open on the fourth floor of struction of the True North everything but your laundry." food provider. Once this is growing process," says SA vice- Centre, would open a miracle completed, construction will William. president for Princess Street The centre is divided into two Olson and Barnes both credit window that could bring the sections: one for transactions begin in two locations. A main Sarah Hodges(whose office is NHL back to Winnipeg, cafeteria with seating for over the Students' Association for also located in the middle of such as photo identification, being extremely helpful with according to Ford. fee payments, student records, 100 will be positioned on the the atrium). She says things are "Winnipeg is not a small north side of the 160 Princess the food services problem. The getting better, and students are and registration; and another Mercantile, operated by SA, is market city for hockey," Ford for general information, such St. entrance. It will feature a becoming more excited about located at the south atrium their new campus. continued on page 2 2 The Projector - September 15, 2003 NEWS

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Editor-in-Chief Joff Schmidt says. "What difference does it because we had the vision to Canucks and the Minnesota News Editor Peter Vesuwalla make what our population is if do so." Wild. Ford is calling upon the Entertainment Editor Ruth Shead we have 10 times the paying His stance has struck a chord people of Winnipeg to show Photo Editor Lynsay Perkins hockey fans that Tampa Bay with the many RRC students the NHL they mean business - Layout Editor Rebecca Routhier does?" who frequent his Web site. "It's with noise, thrills and, most Advertising and Sales Manager Guy Lussier The 26-year-old says he start- going to be a tough challenge," importantly, the return of the ed the campaign with his gen- says Wade Klippenstein, a whiteout to where it was born. Contributing Writers and Photographers eration in mind, trying to Culinary Arts student, "but I'm Ford and his supporters will instil confidence in young risk glad someone finally has also be handing out informa- Chelsea Bussoli takers and aspiring college stu- enough guts to shut up and do tion at each entrance and will Gevevieve Cameron dents who will shape the something about it." rally fans to chant "Go Jets Brad Cartman future of the city. "The time is right to take Go!" to show Winnipeg does- Justin Deeley "Winnipeg can be the great back what was stolen from us," n't want to cheer on former Chantal Desjardins place it once was and give another student said. rivals in meaningless games, young people a reason to stay," On Sept. 18, the NHL comes but instead wants the team Lori Ebbitt he says, "not just because we'd to town for an exhibition game that was once, and still is, so Shawna Forester have an NHL team back but featuring the Vancouver cherished. Jeanne Fronda Justin Girard Ryan Hladun Rachel Kuehn Lisa Meagher 160 Princess Street: Nancy Renwick Shaneen Robinson Jani Sorensen a pictorial guide Heather Steele Eric Thiessen Phase two of the Princess Street campus opened on Sept. 2. Matt Williamson Marc Zienkiewicz The campus is now home to over 1,000 Red River Colllege students. Contact Projector editors at: Photos by Jani Sorensen Phone: 204.949.8466 Fax: 204.949.9159 E-mail: [email protected] Snail mail: The Projector do Red River College Students' Association P 110 - 160 Princess Street Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B IK9 For advertising information, contact Guy Lussier at: 204.632.2070

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FALL 2003 Take Time Take time to think; Frien dS By McLellan it is the source of power. It used to be, that one day when you were a kid, you went outside and saw another kid your age playing Take time to read; in the next yard. You'd go over there and pretty soon it is the foundation of wisdom. you would be playing and laughing together. After that you could hardly wait to go out and play, or hang Take time to play; out with your friend. You both usually went to the it is the secret to staying young. same school, the same church, the same clubs and cheered for the same teams. All of your life, that Take time to be quiet; would be your BEST FRIEND. it is the opportunity to seek God. NOW the world is different. People in neighborhoods don't always talk to each other. Children do not always Take time to be aware; go to the neighborhood school and people move more it is the opportunity to help others. than ever before. Young Winnipegers grow up and move all over the world and children born anywhere in the world end up living in Winnipeg. The way we Take time to love and be loved; make friends has changed. Or has it? it is God's greatest gift.

I think that in order to make REAL FRIENDS, we Take time to laugh; need first to make friends with ourselves. We need to look into our hearts and see what is there. What do it is the music of the soul. I believe? Do my actions bear out my beliefs? If not, why not? What do I need to do to live out my beliefs? Take time to be friendly; Or, do I need to change my beliefs? it is the road to happiness.

We draw people to us as friends based on how we act. If our actions are congruent with what we believe, Take time to dream; then we draw people who have the same beliefs and it is what the future is made of. values. Take time to pray; So, stop ... look into your heart. Do you like what it is the greatest power on earth. you see? If you do, others will too. If you like what you see, don't change it just to have people to hang out with. A REAL FRIEND WHOSE HEART IS --Author Unknown LIICE YOURS, might miss recognizing you and in • the long run you will miss out. "Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts". Blessing

ihr II asked God to bless you "Don't do anything from selfish ambition As I prayed for you today or from a cheap desire to boast, but be To guide you and protect you humble toward one another, always As you go along your way... considering others better than yourselves". His love is always with you His promises are true, And when we give Him all our cares You know He will see us through So when the road you're travelling on "Kind words bring life, but cruel words Seems difficult at best crush your spirit". Just remember I'm here praying And God will do the i-est.

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By Bj. Morbitzer, 1995 Chaplains Used with Permission Judy Johnson / Judy has done Chaplaincy 11---k !me/Pie/ay bv /0 /o,ve/PientM. work with people in the street, prison, and nursing homes. She is also a Chaplain at the Health Sciences Centre. Friends Ron Mattock A friend is someone we turn to Ron was a former Pastor and when our spirits need a lift, worked as a Missionary in A friend is someone we treasure Africa. He currently does for our friendship is a gift. a variety of pastoral work. A friend is someone who fills our lives with beauty, joy, and grace And makes the whole world we live in a better and happier place Chris Puhach -Jean Killer McManus Chris is currently a pastor with experience in a variety of areas, having worked for churches, camps, and in the business world. From the Cha tains

On behalf of our Chaplaincy Care team of Judy Johnson, Ron Mattock and Chris Puhach, we welcome you to RRC and wish you ,,,odz„,1 74. (AC 2003 -04 scAoolgealf-1 Need to talk? Call the Chaplaincy Hotline: 632-2061 Produced by the Chaplaincy Promotion Commitee at Red River College. • Ph: 632-2061 "CROSSWALK" is published three times a year by the Chaplaincy Promotions Committee and is distributed free of charge.

NEWS The Projector - September 15, 2003 3 Princess Street students breeze through checkouts But Notre Dame students face two-hour wait at bookstore

By Nancy Renwick The new location was slated to open Aug. 20, but construc- Students shell tudents downtown faced tion delayed the opening until shorter lineups for text- the first day of classes. The out big bucks S books than their Notre opening went smoothly, for books Dame counterparts thanks to according Elissa Berenhaut, the Sept. 2 opening of the one of the staff at the Princess Princess Street campus book- Street store. Students had to reach deep store. The Princess Street book- into their pockets for books "The lineup at Notre Dame store has not had much of an this year. is about an hour long to get in impact on the lineups at the Jay Derinis estimated his and another hour to get Notre—Dame. "Most of the stu- first-year Business Admin through the till," said Business dents still came here to pur- books, bought new, would Administration student Jay chase books," says Notre u‘s'. upwards of $1, Dennis, one of the students in Dame bookstore manager Barry Saunders said his line at the Notre Dame cam- Eileen Zuke. With upwards of first-year Electrical pus' bookstore. 6,000 day students and 4,000 Engineering books cost about Dennis says the new book- to 5,000 part-time students at $1,000. store, which features hard- Notre. Dame - all buying books Saunders and Dennis both wood floors and the campus' at the same time - lineups are buy used books to save signature visible duct work, is inevitable, according to Zuke. money. Dennis said second- nicer than the Notre Dame "It would be nice to have year students generally sell store. "It has a classy sense to more cash registers, [but] there books for half the cover it," he says. is a limited amount of space," price. "[The bookstore] makes it she says, adding that staff at Bookstore employee Elissa feel more like a campus than Notre Dame handle student Berenhaut says that she's had identification cards and park- last year," says SA vice-presi- students spend $700 to $800 to by arli j renson dent for Princess Street Sarah ing, while the Princess Street at a time, but the amount Hodges. location does not. varies between programs. Princess Street students were not faced with the long lineups encountered at the Notre Dame campus. Downtown students shortchanged? College Council releases report on multicampus issues

By Jeanne Fronda include cardio machines, a jobs will be posted in the Princess Street campus." isolation students downtown weight room, and possibly a Learning Assistance Centre in Bozyk says the college is try- feel because most student tudents at the downtown yoga area. room P210. ing to deliver some services on- activities are held at the Notre campus currently lack Bozyk also says she hopes Staff members from the line, but more research needs Dame campus. S appropriate health and there will be a permanent aca- Notre Dame campus' health to be done to determine which Students' Association presi- recreational services, according demic advisor to assist students centre plan to hold health and services will be best delivered dent Mark Pawlik says the SA to College Council's examina- in the future. Currently only wellness activities at the through the Internet. will be planning events for tion last spring of the effect of one academic advisor is on site Princess Street campus twice a Currently the college offers on- both the Notre Dame and running a multicampus col- at the Princess Street Campus month. In the meantime, line access to some library serv- Princess Street campuses so lege. for one day per week. health emergencies will be the ices and access to grades that all students can get Some of the main issues responsibility of security per- through Me@RRC. involved. council hopes to address sonnel. Council also discussed the include gym and recreational Chaplains will be available at facilities, counselors, health "The students are the campus twice a week. facilities, Students' Association getting their "The level of staffing for services, and college services. these services is considered sat- The Princess Street campus money's worth by isfactory for a student popula- currently doesn't offer recre- attending RRC at tion of 1,200," says Bozyk. "We ational facilities or early child- hope to increase the staffing hood care, but will in the Princess Street." levels once the student popula- future, says Pat Bozyk, dean of tion reaches 2,000. student services. In the mean- "The students are getting time, students will have to use - Dean of Student their money's worth by attend- public facilities near the cam- Services Pat Bozyk ing .RRC at Princess Street. pus. Students are attending classes Bozyk says the gymnasium and studying in the first-class that will be built at the Career and employment facilities equipped with the lat- Princess Street campus will be services will be available in the est technology. The network similar to the facilities at the form of workshops covering access in the learning com- Notre Dame Campus, so it will resume writing and interview mons and in numerous break- skills. In addition, a listing of out rooms are unique to the The new Student Services Centre at Princess Street.

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By Rachel Kuehn stabbing death a few Constable Bob Johnson, pub- being alone here." blocks west of the Red lic information officer for the At night, the college operates ARiver College Princess Winnipeg Police Service, says a Safewalk program, where stu- Street campus has given stu- there are 100 known drug dents can be accompanied to dents one more thing to worry houses within the area of the their vehicles or bus stops by about: their personal safety. college. A "known drug one or two security staff from Police are investigat- house" is a location 5 p.m. until 2 a.m. ing the murder of where there was a "It's good to have Safewalk, 2 8 -year-old previous incident but I've never used it, says Mitchell "I do n't feel of drug-related Schmidt. Twovoice, who activity (includ- "95 to 97 per cent of the was killed at 665 safe at night." ing dealings, time in this area, victim and Elgin Avenue on possession, or accused are known to each Sept. 9. violence). other," says Johnson. "We Police were - Robyn Schmidt Students attend- don't have random incidents. called around 8:30 ing the college said For Brett Croft, a DMT stu- p.m. in response to they are nervous at dent who lived on Maryland reports of two men with stab night, but don't feel threat- Street for a year, the murder wounds. Both were taken to ened during the day, when doesn't mean prove that the the Health Sciences Centre, there are so many people area is dangerous for students. where Mitchell died. The other downtown. "My perspective as a male is victim, a 25-year-old man, is "I don't feel safe at night," that 99 per cent of the time currently in stable condition. said Robyn Schmidt, a DMT you can just ignore and walk The location of the attack is a student attending classes at the away to diffuse a situation," he drug house known to police. Princess campus. "I'm nervous says. "Then there's no prob- 665 Elgin Ave., roughly three blocks from the Princess Street walking to my car. I don't like lem." campus.

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IEEE celebrates 50th anniversary with RRC students

By Shaneen Robinson Transportation from RRC to the free catered reception will be provided for IEEE members, he Institute of Electrical who must register by Sept. 19. and Electronics Engineers Students will be given a pres- T(IEEE), a highly-recog- entation by president-elect of nized organization noted for IEEE Canada Bill Kennedy on its positive influence in the lives of RRC students, will cele- the topic "Finding Meaningful brate its 50th anniversary this Jobs." The students will have a month. chance to network with each The IEEE is a non-profit other, former graduates, and organization with approxi- local professionals in the field. mately 380,000 members in Companies such as MTS, 150 countries. The organiza- Vansco and Manitoba Hydro tion supports events such as will have representatives in the annual IEEE Student Papers attendance. Night Competition, held every But Iliant says the IEEE has May, and awards scholarships more to offer students than a to students working in elec- celebration and networking tronics, information technolo- opportunities. He says the IEEE gy, electrical technology, and is interactive and a great way related fields. to "mentor students and help Marcus Iliant, who has been them succeed in school as well the vice-chair of the IEEE at as making future career con- Red River College for over a tacts." year, says the 50th anniversary Student members of IEEE are celebration is "a major achieve- often taken on field trips to ment that happens once in a businesses in their field to Marcus Iliant, vice-chair of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. expose themselves to possible lifetime." positions for the 2003-2004 The celebration events will career options. able to student members. dents create resumes and other Students with memberships job-related material. school year. Memberships for take place Sept. 25 at the Hotel The IEEE student branch at RRC loans members equip- receive an e-mail address and The IEEE student branch at RRC students run from $25 to Fort Garry and Sept. 26 from 4 the Red River College is search- $50, and are available at the p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Squash ment to aid in projects and can access www.ieee.org, which labs. There is a fully-equipped provides helpful information ing for students willing to vol- IEEE's Red River College office Racquet Club on Donald Street shop on site for student use, as within the IEEE. As well, the unteer their time as executive in room A2-06A. and Stradbrook Avenue. well as fairly-priced tools avail- IEEE student branch helps stu- committee members in various

GOT A HOT NEWS TIP? Amnesty International A STORY IDEA? saves lives one letter GOOD GOSSIP? LET US KNOW. at a time [email protected] By Matt Williamson teams had compile case files, and the information was made From a small room on the available to the volunteer let- second floor of a nondescript ter writers, along with the brick building in the Exchange names and addresses of those District, Louise Simbandumwe responsible for the injustices. and her team are saving lives The meeting began with var- halfway across the world; no ious members outlining cases small task when you consider they felt warranted the group's they accomplish this solely attention, and shortly after RED RIVER with pens and paper. They are they got down to business. writing letters on behalf of At this particular meeting, Amnesty International, a there were eight members worldwide movement of peo- present, but according to MERCANTILE ple committed to protecting Simbandumwe, the average is and promoting human rights. around 10. Funded entirely by dona- Volunteer Loraine est. 2003 tions from some 2 million sup- MacKenzie Shepherd is a porters worldwide, Amnesty believer in the power of Purveyors of General International employs about Amnesty to bring about posi- 130 research teams in 70 coun- tive change. "About one third Merchandise & Supplies tries each year to investigate of all the letters we write result and report on human rights in some improvement," she abuses. Their findings are the says, although it's often hard basis for mass letter writing to tell if these changes are the campaigns intended to bring direct result of Amnesty's We Sell: about positive change where it efforts. is needed most. Letters sent to Western gov- *Bus Passes *Coffee *Disks So why should RRC students ernments almost always elicit be interested in Amnesty a response, either positive or *Candy *Tea *DVD-R International? neutral, while responses from "It's a concrete way to make the governments of develop- *Drinks *Chips *SPC a difference," Simbandumwe ing nations are rarer. Still, with says. "[Amnesty] gives every- the sheer volume of letters *Stamps *Popcorn *Food one the ability to take action Amnesty's worldwide members that save people's lives." are able to unleash, originally *Entertainment Books *Milk The Winnipeg chapter meets unresponsive administrations about once a month to write are often pressured into action. *Iced Capps *Smokes *Drugs letters and discuss issues Students interested in get- involving human rights viola- ting involved can visit the *Cards *Papers *Mags tions. On the agenda at the Winnipeg chapter of Amnesty Sept. 3 meeting for International's office at 91 Simbandumwe and company Albert St. (above Mondragon Bookstore) to find out when Located just inside the William St. Atrium Entrance were two urgent cases involv- ing Rwanda and Honduras, as the next meeting is. Another Service Provided By Your RRCSA well as a number of unresolved cases. The Amnesty research NEWS The Projector - September 15, 2003 7 Exchange District businesses feel impact ARE YOU A post-secondary student of new campus "MP ART-TIME WORK Princess Street campus brings OPPORTUNITIES more customers downtown Manitoba Education and Youth is offering 3 options to help post-secondary By Marc Zienkiewicz Manager Raltz Supan makes students earn extra money during the 2003/2004 school term. no bones about why the he Princess Street cam- store decided to open its MANITOBA MENTORSHIPS doors so near to the new pus has bolstered the Provides Manitoba employers with wage incentives of $3.40 per hour to hire students on a campus. "The new campus is T economy in the part-time basis during the school term. In exchange for the incentive, employers will provide definitely an asset," he says, Exchange District, according students with career mentorship and training. to local business owners. adding that RRC's art-related programs, such as Graphic . "I've noticed the area YOUTH SERVES MANITOBA becoming more lively," says Design, are the perfect source of business for a store like Encourages students to engage in part-time community service with registered charitable Dennis, owner of the Red and incorporated non-profit organizations in Manitoba. Students will receive a $500 bursary River Book Shop on Arthur his. Street, adding that there has The relationship is mutual- towards tuition or student loan upon completion of loo hours of community service. ly benificial. "I think we can been an influx of people in PART-TIME STEP the area since the serve [the students] campus opened. well," Dennis says. Provides students with part-time employment within provincial government departments and "It raises the "It's not just related agencies. Students registered with STEP Services will be considered for job referrals. profile of the "I've seen a cheap books, it's Register on-line at www.studentjobs.gov.mb.ca District," out-of-print says Judy resurgence of books. You For information and applications call or visit: Hansen, an energy and activity in have to go to MB4Youth employee a used book 310-800 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg store to get • at the Reiss Old Market Square." Telephone (204) 945-3556 F u r them." Restaurants Outside of Winnipeg 1-800-282-8069 (ext. 3556) Company. Website www.edu.gov.mb.ca/mb4youthdivision "We need - Toby McCrae, also provide a You can also pick up an application at your local Manitoba 'QS' people here City of Winnipeg convenient and that's what communications service for stu- campus employment or student union office. aiNE=E=NI counts. 11 assistant dents. McCrae The need for more cites the local Pita Pit location, which is patrons has long been a HEY RRC, problem in the Exchange. open as late as 4 a.m. "You The new campus has been can study until you are absolutely starving and still crucial to revitalizing the LIKE BARS? DRINKING? REALITY TELEVISION area, which is still home to find a bite to eat," she says. - INSPIRED SOCIAL OUTINGS? many vacant buildings. But some feel tearing down IF SO, THE PROJECTOR'S INSIDER SOURCES TELL US THAT Toby McCrae, communica- the old building to make way tions assistant to Mayor Glen for the new campus has the COYOTE'S BAR AT 1931 PEMBINA HWY. WILL BE OFFERING FREE COVER Murray, says RRC was the potential to cause further TO RRC STUDENTS (WITH STUDENT CARDS) perfect partner for a munici- degradation in the area. "I pal government that wanted was disappointed they FOR WINNIPEG IDOL to work with an arm's-length weren't able to utilize the old THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 organization to bring busi- building," Dennis says. ness back to the area. "I've "We've got a facade, but it's YOU'VE BEEN WARNED. seen a resurgence of energy not the old building any- and activity in Old Market more." Square." McCrae sees the facade of One store that has opened the new campus as a positive in the area recently is Artists thing. "It brings back to life Emporium, an art supply a time when we were known Important NoticeNI store on Albert Street. as the Paris of the North," she says. Regarding Your Student Benefits Health Plan & Dental Plan Please Note the Following Deadlines

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By Joff Schmidt for a specific market (because you can By Peter Vesuwalla ment inside, there aren't even real never have enough anthologies of poet- walls. Stacks of pink fibreglass loomed extbooks are expensive. ry by three-fingered 19th-century female t's surprising to hear phase three of high above my head. Just thought I'd throw that out Canadians); construction on the downtown But last year the studio looked there in case you didn't know. Of campus is ahead of schedule, con- almost finished. Operating boards T - printing costs are high due to colour I were already set up, and engineers course, you've probably figured that out sidering they haven't really finished by now. Doubtless, after spending five or reproductions, illustrations, graphs, et phase one yet. were running cable to and from other six days in line at Bookzone, being cetera (can't learn without them pretty Last week I was sitting in a third- parts of the room. mocked by some lame-ass magician, you pictures). floor computer lab in the William All of that had to be ripped out to were blessed with the opportunity to building, working away to the pleas- accommodate, believe it or not, an shell out 100 bucks or so for every book So, as you can see, there are many ant sounds of construction. At first I elevator. That's right, in order to you were forced to buy. very good reasons for the high cost of didn't even notice, having become so ensure proper wheelchair access, the Okay, so maybe I'm being a little bit- textbooks. Even so, it seems vaguely accustomed to the sawing, drilling, college is having to install an elevator ter. And I shouldn't be. I didn't even see unfair that in a society that says it wants hammering, clanging, and banging that runs between the basement and the bookstore lineup magician, and I'm a skilled, educated workforce, barriers that interrupted my instructors all last main floor near the entrance of the sure his ass was not lame, but mighty are thrown in the way of students in the year. William building. Right now the struc- and powerful. And I didn't have to form of high tuition, inadequate finan- As I sit in the newsroom writing ture juts out in the hallway near the stand in line for my textbooks, since I cial aid, and then the added burden of these words, I can hear hammering in first floor boardroom, looking like the go the magical Princessland campus, costly textbooks. the adjacent boardroom. architectural afterthought it is. where lineups have been eliminated, But there is a solution, my friends. We I neither know nor care what it is It reminds me of my first day of probably because they were deemed need only look to the music industry. they're working on. class last year, when the little wheel- environmentally unfriendly or unsight- Universal Records recently announced What I do care about is the radio chair lift on the stairs failed to work ly. a reduction in the price of their CDs. station, which, according to its board on its maiden voyage right in front of But those few books I did have to buy This price reduction came about as a of directors, will be on the air by the an A-Channel camera. I later learned were freakin' expensive, lemme tell ya. A direct reaction to profit lost to Internet end of October. I'll believe that when the lift was a last-minute addition, lot of excuses are thrown around to music sharing. it happens. I have a feeling I'll be lis- and that wheelchair access had never explain why textbooks are expensive: Let us apply this approach to text- tening to static on 92.9 FM Halloween fully been thought through. books. Go home and get out every text- night. Aren't there, I wonder, people who - they're produced for a small, special- book you own. Scan every page into a The station's not a priority, accord- are paid to think of these things? Sure, ized market (namely, students dumb computer. Sign onto a file sharing serv- ing to Creative Communications pro- there's the standard explanation that enough to pay 100 bucks for a book); ice, and voila - as soon as a few thou- gram co-ordinator Larry Partap. He the William building was originally sand other people do the same thing, says his concern is that equipment is supposed to be phase three, and plans - they're written by experts (yeah, I've buying textbooks will be a thing of the set up for students to begin training, changed due to political reasons, but been in classes taught by some of these past. whether the fruits of their labours are students are a little sick of reading it. "experts" who have assigned their own And eventually, textbook publishers broadcast or not. The Projector printed that excuse books as required purchasing/reading - will begin to realize that they're losing a He has a point. After all, the sta- countless times last year. If only the geniuses, one and all); lot of money to file sharing. And you tion's mandate is to train students. college had some other media outlet... know what the publishers will do then? But it doesn't look as if the station Oh right, we'll hear about it at the - textbooks require years of intensive Lower the prices on textbooks. will be ready for that any time soon end of October. I'll be anxiously wait- research (usually completed by under- I think it's worth a try. either. At the moment the station is a ing, in silence. paid teaching assistants); Until then, I'll see you in line at the shambles. When I had a little tour last bookstore. week, I felt as if I should be wearing a - textbook topics are highly specialized hard hat. Not only is there no equip-

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By Ruth Shead old man only blocks away from campus that makes me uncomfortable. It's the he first day back at school, Global man who pushes a shopping cart, stops, TV asked for my opinion on the sits on a curb and starts sobbing who Tdevelopment of the Princess Street makes me uncomfortable, because I campus. Still buzzing from my reunion don't know what to say to him, or if I with old friends and impressed by the should say anything to him, because I aesthetics of the newly-unveiled Princess don't know anything about him. I'm building, my comments were more than starting to feel like an intruder. I'm start- generous. ing to think that I've been fed a lot of I talked about how great it is to actual- bullshit about the fancy-pants revitaliza- ly have a somewhat substantial student tion of our cobblestone neighbourhood. body. I used words like "exciting" and Red River College has done a fine job "fantastic," when describing what it's of preserving the heritage buildings and like to be a part of'the revitalization of bringing some sort of population and the Exchange. I couldn't get enough of business to the Exchange, but are we the campus' new bike racks. And I even really improving the community that went as far as to pooh-pooh those was here before we arrived? Are we mak- ungrateful students who complained ing an effort to learn anything about it about last year's untamed temperature and the people who were a part of the and constant construction. community before we moved in? Are we But after my moment of fame passed, as desirable as we think we are? I quickly started to feel a bit dull, maybe A bit of construction, the hassle of even a bit foolish. As though someone having to adjust my body temperature pulled a string on my back, triggering a by 'constantly adding or removing cassette programmed with comments clothes, the lack of a radio station - I ready to make the world a better place. personally can't find any inconvenience Right. in having to deal with these things, I wish I said something else, because when I get to deal with them. I'm not convinced (pretty campuses, I used to think the fuss surrounding farmers' markets, and all) that the the Princess Street campus was well- Exchange, never mind the world, is a deserved, and efforts being made to revi- better place. Two weeks after my televi- talize the Exchange were nothing but sion appearance, I was walking to my exciting, but after watching upper-mid- bus stop at City Hall, a mere two blocks dle class wealth take over the area, and from the Princess Street campus. watching the people who were here Comfortable isn't a word I would use to before our arrival, I'm no longer con- describe the experience. vinced. It's not the recent murder of a 28-year- NEWS The Projector - September 15, 2003 9

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He will be night lineup, but may not means television stations firm, realizes she has covering Canadian have the staying power needed Abombarding us with a a knack for match- news stories with his to replace Friends. slew of new shows. Here is a making. Conflict aris- famous sarcastic wit. quick preview of a few series es when her career Politicians beware. Reality coming soon to a television set clashes with her new- near you. So release your inner found hobby. Only Whoopi Survivor 7: Pearl Islands couch potato from hiberna- time will tell if this tion, and start watching. show is a hit or miss. Whoopi Goldberg has The latest instalment of this decided to try her "reality" show takes place off Drama Tru Calling hand at a TV sitcom, the coast of Panama, South with the help of the America. Reportedly, the series Nip/Tuck Eliza Dushku plays producers of similar will have a pirate theme, lead- Tru Davies, a medical shows starring ing me to suspect the show It was only a matter of time graduate working the Roseanne, Brett Butler may really take place in before someone thought it midnight shift at the and Bill Cosby. Disney's Pirates of the would be a good idea to create NYC morgue. She Goldberg plays brash, Caribbean attraction as a plug a dramatic show centred soon realizes she has "What?? I'm on T.V.?" chain-smoking Mavis for the movie. Think about it. around plastic surgeons. Just psychic powers, Rae, who owns and another medium to cram the enabling her to witness mur- vivors of a deadly epidemic operates her own small down- idea of physical "perfection" ders and prevent them from that killed off everyone over town New York hotel. It's a Quest for the Sea down our throats, with a happening. You may recognize age 12. Perry has grown up in controversial show that may whopping side of soap opera plot similarities between this this new world, and along with prove to be a successful As close as you can get to an goodness to boot. Perhaps we'll and previous drama Early another long-lost TV star endeavor for Goldberg. actual reality show, Quest for see Demi Moore and Michael Edition, in which a man (Malcolm-Jamal Warner of The the Sea takes us back to what Jackson make special guest received the next day's news- Cosby Show) sets out to find a Coupling life was like in 1930s appearances. paper every morning. mythical place called Valhalla Newfoundland. Two families, Sector. Dubbed as a possible replace- 10 people in all, will live off Miss Match Jeremiah ment for Friends, this show the land and fish in the North Comedy comes from the racy Atlantic for three months in Blond bombshell Alicia For all of you out there desper- BBC/Hartswood series of the Placentia Bay. This four part Silverstone stars in this series, ately wondering what ever The Rick Mercer Show same name. It's about six thir- documentary will have the created by the producers of Sex happened to Luke Perry, you ty-somethings living in families live in simple, isolated and the City and The Practice. can finally breathe easy. This Canadian funnyman Rick Chicago who have all had sex homes with no modern con- Silverstone plays a divorce comic-book-turned-TV-series Mercer, of This Hour Has 22 with each other, or would at veniences, much like Pioneer lawyer, who, while practicing takes place in a futuristic Minutes and Made In Canada least really like to. It has a Quest, from the same creators. Earth, populated by the sur- fame, returns to television sets place in the coveted Thursday Eins, zwei, drei - gsuffa! One, two, three - drink! Oktoberfest returns with bands, beer and Bavarian sausages by Chantal Desjardins what all the noise was about. spectators, and the rab your polka shoes Soon enough, Heitmann entire celebration and beer stein: remembers with a laugh, the was considered Oktoberfest is back. festival had doctors and nurs- such a success that G es everywhere. "After that we The Convention Centre will Ludwig made host the 26th annual took over the entire hall, and October "festival Winnipeg Oktoberfest Sept. the rest was history." time" in Munich. 18-20 and 25-27, featuring Heitmann, who also works According to bands, beer and Bavarian as the promotions manager Heitmann, the fes- and sausages. « tival still thrives in Winnipeg ...there Germany today. To Oktoberfest co- are literally thousands of keep the celebra- founder and tion alive, host Michael good-looking guys and girls (espe- German Heitmann cially after a few drinks) looking to immigrants began during the festival. For only ally thousands of good-look- said the festi- holding Oktoberfest $9, diners can enjoy German ing guys and girls (especially val began in cut loose after being back in the events in small venues treats such as chicken after a few drinks) looking to the Convention , 11 across Canada, but schnitzels and German style cut loose after being back in Centre because "they drudgery of school. Winnipeg has bragging rights beef goulash. the drudgery of school. had an empty hall, and I had host as home of the largest indoor "University Night" takes Students are invited to take an idea." That first year, they of a German program on Oktoberfest event. place on Thursday, Sept. 18 part in the unique cultural were allowed only half the radio station CKJS, explained This year's festival will be and again on Sept. 25. These festivities (ever tried drinking hall because a medical con- that Oktoberfest began in shortened from 10 nights to nights are the most popular a beer while standing upside vention was taking place in Munich in 1810, with a royal six, but that doesn't mean the for students, and Heitmann down?), but you might want the other half. Early into the wedding between the good times will be cut back. A expects 4,000 "culture seek- to plan on skipping any evening, curious convention Bavarian Crown Prince stellar entertainment lineup, ers" each night. Friday morning classes. members began peeking their Ludwig and Princess Maria consisting mostly of super- Steve Barr, a 19-year-old Oktoberfest has often been heads into Oktoberfest to see Theresa of Saxony. They put stars from the '70s and '80s, Commerce Industry Sales and called the best event you'll on a horse race for 40,000 includes Three Dog Night on Marketing student, attended never remember. Friday, Sept. 19; Paul Revere Oktoberfest for the first time and the Raiders on Saturday, last year. He was amazed at Some.,.:key:Qermamternis.:,tag NOW HIRING!! Sept. 20; The Stampeders and the size of the event, and will Oktoberfest: Prism on Friday, Sept. 26; definitely be going back. Barr Moe's Rose is looking for personnel to sell recommends going with new and Harlequin (with Kenny bueing, good =fe Vieeiolwingshionf roses in the hottest nightclubs in town! Shields) and LynnMarie on classmates because "it's a great well Saturday, Sept. 27. Plus, keep place to go with people from Earn up to $100 a night in pay + tips! go d ud•andfih just overallo an eye out for polka music class to get to know them bet- being a a appy place' nightly by the Western ter." Flexible Hours! Senators. For the single folk out Bavarian dinners will be there, grab a few friends and Great for Students! served until 8:30 p.m. on scope out the talent on these ei,..:dret gsuffa = one, Phone 589-8146 both Fridays and Saturdays nights, because there are liter- two, three cl ink! ENTERTAINMENT The Projector - September 15, 2003 11 Revitalizing the Exchange District Markets, music and merchants to draw crowds to historic area

By Shawna Forester Saturdays, but hours of opera- musical groups Ten Bones, Le tion will vary. For thirsty revel- Louis-Boys, La Bardasse, and ers the King's Head Pub is the the Flute Choir of the or three Saturdays in official festival tavern. Manitoba Conservatory of September, Winnipeg's Megan Deaust, project coor- Music and Arts will provide Fhistoric Exchange District dinator for the Exchange on-stage entertainment. Free will host the Market Revival District Biz, is excited to have storytelling by children's and Arts Festival. Each people venturing out to author and playwright Rick Saturday has its own theme, explore the area, and hopes McNair will take place at with events running from events like these will dispel 10 a.m., and again at 1 p.m. .. . 8a.m. to 5p.m. concerns about safety and Sept. 20 also celebrates the Each Saturday, Old Market parking in the district. grand opening of the Square will host a Farmers' While this first of the three Manitoba Museum Parklands/ Market, featuring local pro- Saturdays will have already Mixed Woods Gallery. Zdan, the Scott Nolan Band, said there will be an open duce, homemade baking, and passed by the time of publica- CentreVenture Development Art Turner, and a feature house and tours of the Princess Manitoba crafters and artisans. tion, Graphic design profes- Corporation sponsors the last vignette titled "Manitoba Arts Street campus on Sept. 27. The Used record sales, special fea- sionals at DesignType are spon- Saturday, focusing on The Festivals - Alive and Well." The same day, the University of tures by local merchants, live soring the events of Sept. 20 Contemporary Exchange: A week's featured walking tour is Winnipeg's Continuing music, compost demonstra- when Storytelling and Historic Renaissance in the District. of the theatre district. Education Centre in the tions, and activities for chil- Walking Tours are featured as Sept. 27 feature events are the Cinematheque will be show- Exchange District will also be dren will also take place every part of the Exchange District Artspace open house and tours casing free local films by mem- holding an open house. week. In keeping with the dif- 1878-1919 theme. of galleries, artist studio spaces, bers of the Winnipeg Film ferent themes, a variety of The 1919 Winnipeg General and lofts in the area. Local Group. guided walking tours (ranging Strike is one of the featured entertainment lined up Michael Blatherwick, Red from $5 to $8) will be offered walking tours, and cost $5. The includes singer-songwriter Greg River College Students' each day. Most of the area's Manitoba Opera, along with MacPherson, Ben Wah, Brandy Association program director, galleries will be open all three

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A love story enough to continue shocking Ejiofor) discovers a human blossoms between the two and such an already desensitized heart plugging the toilet in oh, by the way, Senay is a vir- audience. The theatre definite- room 510. However, while the gin, and eventually someone ly cringes when the ever-so- subject matter is original, the has to take a poke at that (no innocent Tautou becomes des- storytelling is rather typical of pun intended). perate, but the film is still a thriller/mystery and disap- But it's when Senay gets tan- devoid of dirt. Senay's apart- pointingly predictable. Director gled up in the hotel's shadowy ment is far nicer then those Stephen Frears' grip on his business that the story begins most college students have to audience loosens, allowing to lose focus. endure, and the characters viewers to slowly slide back Frears (High Fidelity) may riginal love story. At times, the The cast has unbelievable probably receive one too many into their chairs. have taken too much of a lik- romance compliments the sac- potential, undermined by the lucky breaks. Once Okwe, an illegal immi- ing to the story, written by rifice of the "anything for free- story's inability to flow Nevertheless, Frears directed grant in London, England, dis- Steve Knight. While exploring dom" theme that haunts the smoothly on screen. Still, with enough style and skill to covers the human organ clog- the story's many angles, the film, yet the director's spotlight Ejiofor executes the role of the make this film worth renting, ging the lavatory, he reports director becomes indecisive doesn't seem to be big enough good-hearted but desensitized because when books are $150, the incident to his boss Sneaky when choosing between the for the importance given to Okwe magnificently, and rising no movie is worth $8. (Sergi Lopez). Sneaky recom- heart in the toilet or the uno- each. French film star, Tautou Jeepers Creepers 2: Fright and Delights by Chelsea Bussoli JEEPERS CREEPERS 2 putter around, arms flailing, into the back of a pick Directed by: Victor Salva like a chicken with its head cut up truck. (Wouldn't it Starring Ray Wise, Jonathan off. just be easier to use a Breck Jonathan Breck, unrecogniz- high powered hunting able beneath black, goopy rifle?) What makes the hough I may have my make-up and prosthetic wings, plot really interesting is doubts about this movie plays the Creeper, who is on how these two simulta- Twinning the next Oscar the final day of his feeding neous stories become for Best Film, I must say it con- frenzy and has targeted a high intertwined later, but I tained enough action, surprise, school basketball team strand- won't spoil the ending and comical horror film cliches ed on a desolate highway in a for you. to make it an enjoyable movie- broken down school bus as his Like many of the hor- going experience. final meal. The poor teenage ror movies out there, Director Victor Salva suc- victims find themselves being this one contained ceeds in creating a truly terrify- picked off one by one in many of the usual scary ing movie by providing every- increasingly disgusting, yet movie cliches, but in thing a viewer could want in a often comical ways, as they this film I found several supplied phot horror film. This movie has pitifully attempt to hide from of them to be quite open field on foot, this Creeper everything required to rouse a viewers with action, a good the Creeper, and then even comical. It was scary, but also probably could've caught his plot, lots of laughs, and of good scare, from startling pop- more pitifully try to flee from rather funny to watch a bus- victims blindfolded and with up images that have you grab- course, nonstop terror that it. Meanwhile, a determined load of stupid teens try to his wings tied behind his back. only the Creeper himself can bing the arm of the person father (Ray Wise) and his son escape the ruthless Creeper. Nevertheless, it was satisfying provide. beside you, to all out disgust- head out in search of the With his victims running to see the dumb, annoying ingly gory scenes, such as the Creeper, who has eaten his towards a gaping hole in the kids get eaten and fun to root one involving a freshly decapi- son, armed with some type of bus and trying to escape his for the smart kids. tated boy who continues to homemade spear-thrower built wrath by tearing through an Jeepers Creepers 2 delights Too many storylines spoil the plot by Lisa Meagher LE DIVORCE though, were thin and under- slow parts Director: James Ivory developed story lines that (beginning Starring: Kate Hudson, Naomi never went anywhere. Toward approxi- Watts, Clenn Close the end of the film, all of the mately mid- plot's loose ends were quickly way through his film about a woman, and unconvincingly tied up in the movie), Isabel Walker (Kate order for the credits to roll. then there THudson), who goes to Director and screenwriter are actually a visit her sister Roxeanne James Ivory, whose film credits few reasons (Naomi Watts), in France, include Howards End and to go and attempts to cram six movies Remains of the Day, had in his see it. The into a two-hour disaster. There hands a potentially wonderful film does hit is a divorce, a couple of love film, but seemed to get side- the mark on stories, a scandalous affair, a tracked somewhere along the more than murder, a birth, a suicide way. He had a stellar cast to one occasion attempt, a previously undiscov- work with, including Hudson, and provides ered painting, and quite possi- Watts, Glenn Close, Stockard some great bly a few more story lines were Channing, Sam Waterston, comedic easily lost amidst everything Mathew Modine, Bebe scenes. There else that was going on. Had Neuwirth, and some smolder- were defi- each individual story been ingly sexy French men, yet the nitely a few exciting or interesting, perhaps characters were one dimen- chuckles in filmed in Paris, an Eiffel Tower lurking in you, perhaps the my attention would not have sional. The acting also did not the theatre as both the French scene. waned. live up to expectations, best thing to do would be to and the Americans were por- Beyond the movie's down- go to the library and get the Previews depicted the film to although the actors didn't have trayed equally as ignorant and falls, it does provide an enter- be a hilarious look at manners much of a screenplay to work book of the same name, writ- arrogant. Le Divorce also pro- taining couple of hours for ten by Diane Johnson, and and at cultures colliding, with. vides a few good shots of some anyone who simply wants a which did happen occasional- However, if you are able to read a rich comedy with a typically extravagant French light and fluffy evening. colourful cast of characters. ly. What happened more often, sit through the frustratingly lingerie, and, like any movie However, if there is a critic ENTERTAINMENT The Projector - September 15, 2003 13

Constantines Shine A Light on Winnipeg

by Shawna Forester he last time Bryan Constantines have embarked Alright)," the first single Webb, lead singer of on a cross-Canada tour in off of Shine A Light, they TThe Constantines, was support of their latest release had people up and danc- in Winnipeg he ended up Shine A Light. Poking fun at ing, just as their lyrics sleeping under a spruce tree their release date coinciding instruct. at City Hall, taking a break with the Toronto blackouts, When he sings, Webb from trying to hitchhike they have named this tour shakes and jeers like a back to Vancouver. Hopefully "The Rolling Blackouts Tour." blues musician, and his this time he and his band- The Constantines' set con- raspy voice makes listen- mates found nice beds to sisted mostly of songs from ers stop and pay atten- sleep in after giving a few Shine A Light, but the band tion to what he is hundred lucky Winnipeggers did pull some material from singing. laugher. band still does have fun, an outstanding show, on its previous self-titled album, The band also has an Local Endearing Records especially with Sean Stevens Thursday, Sept. 4 at the West The Constantines. Usually I entertaining way of interact- rockers Projektor got the on Moog organ. And you End Cultural Centre. have a hard time digesting ing with the audience show started with a bang, can't help but notice that A lot has changed since sampled music or cover between songs. When they playing the single "From besides the fact that in addi- The Constantines stopped in songs. However, The asked where a good place to Steel," which has received tion to having an affinity for Winnipeg in May, 2002. The Constantines did the process go for breakfast was, the heavy play on Power 97. black clothes, drummer band has grown over the past justice in "Young Offenders," audience yelled "Stella's." Projektor played new songs Darren Achron and guitarist year with the addition of when they the chorus of When they asked where from the not-yet-released Jeremy Gillespie also love keyboardist Whil Kidman, "Young Turks" by Rod Stella's was, the audience album Young Hearts Fail, and heavy metal music. Metal is a who adds another layer of Stewart. The Constantines said near the Zoo (the bar). also classics from the 2001 huge influence for this band, sophistication to the band's also delighted the crowd Obviously missing the refer- release Red Wolf Glass. but their music is much too Fugazi-reminiscent sound. with covers of songs by both ence, this reply prompted the Lead singer Jahmeel sophisticated to be classified The move to Sub Pop records The Talking Heads and Steve drummer to go off about demands seriousness with his in that genre. Instead, just for US distribution is also a Miller. When they launched monkeys and animals, caus- intense stage presence and call them atmospheric rock huge coup for this band. The into "Nightime/ Anytime (It's ing the crowd to roar with dark lyrics. However, the that is fun to watch. Indie icons rock Winnipeg Modest Mouse delivers to hungry fans

by Justin Girard Multi-Purpose Room for an opening band that wasn't music, you'd better be jump- guys and even the mother all ages show, and boy did such a bad idea. ing into drum sets and who brought her six-year- they ever rock. Sixty Stories, a local power- smashing your guitar to keep old. ow. Modest Mouse Doors opened at seven, the pop punk three-piece played the attention of any music The stage was set, and the show started at eight. Of a neither low- nor high-ener- fan. neon triangle lights made it rolled through course concert goers love to Winnipeg Sept. 7, gy set to a rather apathetic In what might have been a painfully obvious that not w show up fashionably late, crowd of 100. In such a bor- desperate attempt at some 2003 making a quick stop at many big bands visit the the University of Manitoba's and in the case of the first ing and over-played genre of sort of recognition, Sixty University of Manitoba, but Stories' drummer admitted nobody cared when Modest to the crowd that he dislikes Mouse took to the stage. Modest Mouse and doesn't The indie-rock three-piece's understand why everybody (traveling four-piece) onstage likes them. presence was phenomenal. The crowd began to grow Lead singer and guitarist for the second band, Seattle Isaac Brock was intense, indie-rock scenesters Cobra throwing his guitar up in the High, and it's a good thing air, screaming into the tasty it did. Cobra High took the riffs, and just as easily stage in their fitted jeans enthralling the audience and thrifty t-shirts and cap- with a slowly sung melody. tivated a crowd of almost Temporary drummer 300 setting the bar awfully Benjamin Wiekel of The high for the anticipated fea- Helios Sequence filled former ture band. drummer Jeremiah Green's Cobra High wasted little shoes well. Resembling a Now energy in chatting up their head-banging ventriloquist's audience and there was no doll, Wiekel lost complete need. Their music was high- control of his jaw and all powered and still dancy. The facial features while savagely band was animated (at least keeping the beat, making the Available enough to keep your atten- show all the more enjoyable. tion). Oh, and one of their Bassist Eric Judy had a quiet, songs happens to be titled straight-faced and cool John "Awesomology." Enough Cusack-type air that compli- said. mented the other erratic per- Then there was the ago- formers perfectly. nizing 15-20 minute or so Modest Mouse was born to sound check, during which play live. The band handled the lunchroom quickly filled its layered studio sound with with around 400 hungry ease, never letting fans fans. Emerging from behind notice anything was missing. the wire fence that enclosed They played a hard hitting the beer gardens were those set and an encore that had of age, now good and drunk the audience struggling to and ready to rock out with remember the name of the the minors. band that played just min- All of Winnipeg's music utes before. communities were represent- Modest Mouse has no need ed: the punks, the emo kids, for modesty. the preppies, the indie-rock- ers, the hardcore kids, the out of place middle aged

14 The Projector - September 15, 2003 ENTERTAIMENT

2002/2003 Facts & Figures ➢ 24% increase in recycling over last year - Congrats again! ➢ Total waste diversion rate of 21% ➢Another per capita waste reduction of 7.9% (25.7kg in 01/02 down to 23.8kg per person in 02/03) I ➢ Remember the 10% off all coffee purchases with a reusable mug $$$$$$ ANNOUNCING ➢Visit www.rrc/mb/ca/environmentalmanagement for more info Brand New Cell-Phone Recover Our Recycling Program Tonnage Diverted from the Landfill Resources - Drop Off Points: 140 120 Print & Graphic Centre (Notre 5upport the 34

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Buildings C, D, E and F were audited last fall by the 20.0% Environmental Protection Technology students as a class rO1999-2000 15.0% project. One positive trend indicates that there is less ■ 2000-2001 recyclable material going into the garbage (Fig. 2), but there is 10.0% O 2002-2003] still TOO MUCH paper going into the waste stream (Fig. 3). 5.0%

0.0% Please remember that a non-profit organization, which supports people with developmental handicaps, gains the Paper PET Aluminum revenue generated from all paper and cardboard collected here at the College. In 02/03 the value of our recycled material was almost $14,900!! Figure 3. Office & Classroom Waste Figure 1. Waste Generation by Building On a positive note, the 50.0% 45.0% contamination rates of the 40.0% recycling bins ranged from F 35.0% 20.5% 30.0% 1.3%-3.3% in each building, 29.4% 25.0% 20.0% which is very low. Thank 15.0% 10.0% you for your consideration 5.0% of the Red River Recycling E 0.0% 24.0% team! D c, • o tae cs° c;1/4' e c60 26.2% e, ‘,„, ,z)6 - Natalie Seaba, Environmental 0:f Affairs Coordinator ENTERTAINMENT The Projector - September 15, 2003 15

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S.T.U.N. COLD Evolution of Year of the Spider Energy Geffen Geffen/Interscope *1/2 **1/2 01.':vz•

There's a couple of ways that duced, corporate yes-men acting With each passing day, I grow it is to be him, on songs like you could look at S.T.U.N.'s under the guise of anarchistic stronger in my conviction that "Cure My Tragedy (A Letter to debut album, Evolution of Energy. punks. Take a look at their Web every member of Creed should God)," "Don't Belong," and According to their Web site, site (www.stunmusic.com) for be dragged from his home and "Wasted Years." they're from L.A. and they're a their version of anti-capitalism. publicly horsewhipped - not just But Ward can't be held solely punk band. "Learn to stand on your own." for belonging to a really bad accountable for the pure suckery Some might see them as a Enter To Win an X-Box! "We've band, but for making other of Cold - stale riffs are churned very Jane's Addiction/Rage got to change the scene." Enter bands, like Cold, think that out by guitarists Kelly Hayes and Against The Machine-influenced To Win a Digital Camera! they're good enough to record Terry Balsamo. There are brief band. They sound like both They offer the standard ranti- albums. moments on the album where it bands, but have the look of Jane ngs about boredom, revolution, It is hard to decide where to sounds like Hayes and Balsamo and the political attitude of and how they hate the rich begin describing the horror of may venture into an original RATM. Listening to their lyrics, (they're signed to Geffen), but listening to Year of the Spider. I riff, but these moments are the average person would think their angst is as generic as their suppose the most obviously grat- short-lived. they have a very punk-like per- sound. ing aspect of Cold is the lame, In the end, though, Cold do sona. Fair enough. I hope this completely objec- heard-'em-a-million-times get one thing right: on their Those of us living with our tive review has helped you Creed-inspired vocals of Scooter closing track (excluding the heads out of our asses see it a decide, but hopefully you're Ward, who shows an outstand- carefully hidden "hidden different way. This could be one wise enough to decide for your- ing ability to fail to distinguish track"), "Kill the Music of the lowest forms of deception self. himself in any way from the Industry," Ward sings "Sick of all that the record industry has dozens of other vocalists on the this monotony/Kill the fucking spewed in front of people who - Brad Cartman radio who sound like third-rate music industry." Couldn't have are searching for music with Eddie Vedder knockoffs. said it better myself, buddy. meaning. S.T.U.N. are mass pro- And what does Ward sing about? Well, mostly how tough -Joff Schmidt

COOLER KIDS FICTION PLANE Punk Debutante Everything Will Dreamworks Never Be OK ** MCA

If you are into punk do not to show that life is more than Just when it seemed that all lyrics like those in "Hate," be fooled by the title of the one tone or mood" After listen- in new music was crappy, where singer Joe Sumner (and Cooler Kids' debut album, as I ing to this album several times, along came Fiction Plane. And yes, he's related to that other unfortunately was. Punk I must admit that certain songs it was good. Sumner, but he'd rather not Debutante would have been do grow on you, just like some The latest pop-rock export talk about it) croons "We're much better described as Pop vapid songs you hear on the from the UK, Fiction Plane cool we're different/ And we Debutante. The first single, "All radio. Be warned. shares much in common with hate things/ Yeah we hate around the World," appears on Although the album appears countrymen like Coldplay and things/ We hate people." the Lizzie Maguire Movie to be aimed at young teens, or Radiohead - catchy guitar Beautiful. soundtrack, giving us a hint of even "tweens," there is ques- hooks, smooth as butter bass But depressing lyrics aside, what kind of age group they are tionable subject matter lines, beautifully airy produc- it's the music that really drives trying to attract. The electro- throughout, including subtle tion, and smart songwriting. this album, with nods to the pop duo, comprised of Kaz drug references. Parents are sure They also have some of the "classic rock" of yesteryear Gamble (better known to club to object to their impression- most depressing lyrics you're (when being a musician meant enthusiasts all over the world as able teens listening to songs likely to hear this year (won- something, dammit!), but a DJ Kazimir) and singer Sisely such as "E is for Everybody." der if it's something about sound which is surprisingly Treasure, has combined certain Unless you are between the British weather that does it?), fresh, accessible, and engag- elements of the '70s and the ages of 10-13 or else just really so it's a good thing the music ing. This is not a Plane you '80s to produce a disco-funk enjoy cheesy, bubblegum pop, I is largely uptempo and rock- want to miss. groove, but winds up with just would suggest that you give ing, with a good dash of another upbeat dance CD. In this album a miss. upbeat poppiness. -Joff Schmidt their press release, their excuse Even still, Fiction Plane do for this is that "people have - Genevieve Cameron occasionally throw in dark been beaten down with so musical turns to compliment much negativity lately 'we want 16 The Projector - September 15, 2003 ENTERTAINMENT

MYA BLACK EYED PEAS Moodring Elephunk Interscope A&M ***1/2

I am not a fan of what people "Whatever Bitch" (using the Elephunk, Black Eyed Peas' third song to dance to, and "The Apl nowadays loosely refer to as word "bitch" a dozen times) album, is very laid back, and Song" is my personal favorite on R&B, but I had every intention showcase just how painful it is makes the listener just want to the CD. of keeping an open mind when to listen to the whole CD. Worst groove to the unique beat of both Group members Will.i.am, listening to Mya's new CD, of all, the last track is "Free live instruments and hip-hop apl.de.ap, Taboo, and new addi- Moodring. I freely admit that I Fallin'," which is the most hor- mixes. tion Fergie all have the opportu- find the first track "My Love is rible cover of a song I've ever The group may be best recog- nity to show their talent through- Like...Wo" somewhat catchy, heard and an insult to Tom nized right now for the song out the album. This normally but after hearing the whole CD, Petty. Despite all of this, Mya "Where is the Love," which held wouldn't be my style of music, that's about the best thing I does have a beautiful voice. It's the number one spot on Hot 103 but I must say I rather enjoyed have to say about this album. just a shame it's wasted on utter for two weeks in a row. The the beats. If you like hip- The lyrics are unoriginal, crap like Moodring. song, which features Justin hop/funk music I would recom- tacky, and just plain boring, Timberlake, touches on social mend this CD. much like the accompanying - Lori Ebbitt problems such as the war on ter- music. Songs like "Late" (she's rorism, poverty, racism and hate - Shaneen Robinsori not referring to dinner) and crimes. "Hey Mama" is a great

The Weakerthans THICKE Reconstruction Site A Beautiful World Epitaph Nu America/Interscope

The Weakerthans newest "Manifest," and Sarah Harmer Oooh yeah, baby. Everyone impressed with Thicke, who, release, Reconstruction Site, has does a duet with John K. come on over to Thicke's place, like Shand, is also a talented caused a bit of a stir locally. Samson on "Benediction." where the forecast always calls producer. The band has left local label G- Despite all the polish, the for extended periods of sexxxy. From the cool funk bass line 7 Welcoming Committee to go songs at the core are still full of There's really no other way to of the album's opener, "Oh to American label Epitaph. The complex and sophisticated adequately describe Robin Shooter," to the Beethoven- results are quite fruitful for the lyrics and some tongue in Thicke's second album, which is inspired groove of "When I Get homegrown band, since more cheek humour. "One Great wall-to-wall shag music, baby. You Alone," to the Latin vibe of money now backs up their tire- City" pokes fun at being from Kind of like the soundtrack to "Vengas Comingo," Thicke less efforts. Winnipeg, saying "the Guess some really classy porn flick. delivers an album packed with A lot of Canadian talent has Who suck, the Jets were lousy Seriously, A Beautiful World is R&B inspired goodness that been poured into this album. anyway". a funky, fun, and well-crafted puts the fun back in funky. Artwork is provided by Reconstruction Site falls far soul album. All your funk Dig it. Winnipegger Marcel Dzama of from selling out and makes you favourites are here - shakka- Royal Art Lodge fame. Local feel warm and fuzzy inside, wakka guitars, poppin' fresh -Joff Schmidt singer songwriter Christine because The Weakerthans are bass, and a surprisingly soulful Fellows lends piano on "Plea doing what they love and final- voice for a guy who's the off- for a Cat Named Virtue," a ly making some money doing spring of Canuck actor Alan song told from the perspective it. Thicke. Anyone who fell in love of a cat. Rusty Matys of the with Winnipeger Remy Shand's Waking Eyes plays trumpet on - Shawna Forester last release will probably be

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If you listen Matinees 6PM M.I. disabilities and students. want to be a defining moment in Nu- CINEMA CITY CINEMA CITY to the track close enough, you can 1399 McPhillips Street 1910 Pembina Hwy. We are looking for Metal's glorious demise? Whatever Movie Into Line 334-6234 Movie Info Llne 269-9981 actually hear the guys in rugby shirts volunteers! they want to do with this album, they doing a beer bong. But I digress. 2 Admissions never quite do it well. Offering songs Perhaps the most defining moment For For more information : rife with overproduction and synthe- on the entire disc comes with track ma (9. www.bestbuddies.ca $3 or contact the Head Office at sizers galore, you get the feeling that six, "A is for Apathy." For this 'kVA' EXPIRES October 15, 2003 1-888-779-0061 the band was restraining themselves valid Monday through Friday mediocre effort, that really says it all. 2 admIssions per coupon 416-531-0003 the whole way through, never quite no reproductions-no cash value [email protected] wanting to give it their testosterone - Eric Thiessen ENTERTAINMENT The Projector - September 15, 2003 17 DOGMA OF THE MONTH veryone has their own example, the next time you see cafes (or churches). But what is ment on what they find ested in submitting their favourites. Some people editor-in-chief Joff Schmidt really absolutely true? undoubtedly true in the world dogma for future issues to do Ethink red Smarties are walking the halls, check out At the Projector, we have cre- of favourites, our intrepid so. Send e-mails to rrcprojec- good enough to save until last. his Tori Amos t-shirt collec- ated a new forum for the bold reporters have succeeded in [email protected]. Others love certain musicians tion.) And there are those who and the brave to share their delivering the first ever of enough that they walk around still spend hours arguing their opinions. With the mission to "Dogma of the Month." wearing concert clothing. (For ontological beliefs in dark track down people to com- We encourage anyone inter- MUSIC: Local guy's favourite CD from local band by Justin Deeley was the sound emanating from they released on the music. The lyrics, focusing on to it in my walkman all the CD: Less Talk, More Rock, his ear phones. That sound was California-based punk label Fat issues such as animal rights, way home from Thompson." PROPAGANDHI Propagandhi: the album - Less Wreck Chords. fascism, and feminism, are as So give it a listen. The trip RECOMMENDED BY: Ian Talk, More Rock. Propagandhi is best known aggressive as the music. "This from Thompson to Winnipeg McMurtrie, term-six "I'm not sure it's my as a PC (politically correct) album transcends every era of is ten hours. Anything that can Information Systems favourite CD," says McMurtrie, punk band, and Less Talk, More my life," says McMurtrie. "I keep someone's attention for Technology student "But it definitely is the most Rock exemplifies this style of bought it on tape and listened that long has got to be good. influential one I've Who would have guessed that ever heard." a bus ride home from For those of you - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - Thompson, Manitoba in the who don't already dead of winter could change know, Propagandhi is someone's life? Usually the from right here in highlight of that trip is a stop Winnipeg. Less Talk, in Ponton for a snack, but for More Rock, was the Ian McMurtrie, the highlight band's second release, and the final album BOOKS: RRC instuctor suggests thriller for pleasure by Heather Steele enough about The BOOK: The Unburied, Unburied. BY CHARLES PALLISER Set in turbulent RECOMMENDED BY: England, The Unburied, LeRoyce Bachelor, Business deals with religion, murder Administration instuctor and conspiracy. Bachelor describes the If it's been a while since novel as a thriller that • you've read a good page depicts several murders turner, and you haven't that occur over the cen- yet been too bombarded turies in a cathedral. "It's a with schoolwork to read murder within a murder for pleasure, LeRoyce within a murder. It's great Bachelor has the answer entertainment," she says. for you. The Unburied by Bachelor also feels that Charles Palliser has her regardless of its setting, the novel presents issues that BIF NAKED number one vote for a must read this fall. are relevant in modern WITH Bachelor, a Business times. "It examines the rel- Administration instructor evance of religion in our KARDINAL OFFISHALL at Red River College's daily lives," says Bachelor. Notre Dame campus, The Unburied is now out Sunday, September 21, 2003, South Gym, Red River College admits to being an avid in trade paperback, and for reader. "I read eight or only $6.99 it won't put a Choose one of four ways to get your FREE Tickets... nine novels a year," says dent in the typical studen- 1. Drop by Room DM20 (Notre Dame) or Room P110 (Princess) Bachelor, who can't say tis bank account. 2. Look for the events table in the hallways 3. Pick up tickets at The Ox Store or The Mercantile MOVIES: New Projector 4. Email [email protected] writer digs documentary This concert is free for RRC Students. Proof may be required. by Shaneen Robinson tunity to interview him face to face. Moore also $15 Non-Student tickets also available at The Ox or The Mercantile interviews James Nichols MOVIE: Bowling for the brother of Terry - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - FREE CONCERT - Columbine, Directed by Nichols who was involved MICHAEL MOORE in the Oklahoma City RECOMMENDED BY: bombing with Timothy INC Students'issociatiollRawl Shaneen Robinson McVeigh on the tragic day of April 19th 1995. Bowling for Columbine is Mooreis main message is by far the best documen- that there is a fear instilled tary I have seen. The bru- into the people of the NMI tal truths of a dysfunction- United States and they are SPRING al American society are controlled by this fearful thrown out for the world paranoia through the to see. media and political influ- Growing up, director ences. Moore proves his and writer Michael Moore theories quite thoroughly saw first-hand the aggres- in this documentary, a siveness of the citizens of brilliant piece of work that TRIP 2004 parts of the U.S. At a will be an eye opener to young age Moore pon- anyone who watches it. dered the reasons behind There are many scenar- Enjoy 1 week of this behavior, and now cri- ios in this documentary tiques it throughout his that could be interpreted film. differently and vary from Moore grew up in person to person. I rec- FUN & SUN Michigan and is a lifetime ommend this film highly member of the National to anyone who wishes to Rifle Association (NRA). enhance their knowledge in Mazatlan, MEXICO Actor Charlton Heston, the of the gun culture of our former president of the southern neighbors. This NRA, is from the same is a film that will intellec- Limited Space Available town as Moore. tually stimulate anyone Throughout the film, who watches it, and make Sign up now in Heston's views are chal, you even prouder to be lenged by Moore, who Canadian. Room DM20, Notre Dame eventually has the oppor- or Room P110, Princess 18 The Projector - September 15, 2003 ENTERTAINMENT Mondragon celebrates seventh anniversary Sept. 11 marks grand re-opening of bookstore and coffeehouse

By Brad Cartman political bookstore at 91 Albert universities. with each person on staff play- The uniquely decorated inte- Street, in the heart of the "Creative and menial tasks ing a role in each facet of the rior has attracted several televi- Exchange. What this means is are balanced, which avoids business. fter seven years, sion and movie productions to there is no boss, no managers, power struggles," said "Each of us are deciding film in the cafe. As well, several MondragOn Bookstore and everyone takes turns doing MacAllister, who also noted what our workplace is," said and Coffeehouse has not politically conscious celebrities A every job. Staff members Gwen that each staff member receives Samolesky. "Everyone has have stopped in at MondragOn, only overcome the standard MacAllister and Jana Samolesky the same wage. hurdles that all restaurants input into decisions." including Woody are delighted with the working Work is distributed through- The communal Harrelson, John face, but they've done it like conditions and have even out four committees - promo- "Each no other place in Winnipeg. atmosphere is Turturro, Jello spread the message of work- tions, bookstore, cafe, and not only of us are decid- Biafra, and MondragOn is a collectively place democracy during semi- finance. These committees shared by run, all-vegetarian cafe and Susan nars at local high schools and then work on a rotating basis Mondragon, ing what our work- Sarandon, but also place is. Everyone has who recently the rest of bought a the busi- input into decisions." Propagandhi nesses that t-shirt while occupy 91 - staff member Jana in the book- Albert Street, Samolesky store. also known as Mondrag6n the Winnipeg A- Bookstore and Zone. Founded in Coffeehouse is licensed 1995, the A-Zone brings "like- and is only a short walk from minded individuals and organ- the Red River College's Princess izations, as well as progressive Street campus. As well, RRC businesses, together under one students will receive 10 per roof," according to their man- cent off purchases for the date. Other occupants in the month of September. building include G-7 MondragOn is open 8 a.m. to 2 Welcoming Committee, p.m. Mondays, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. CULTURAL Anarchist Black Cross, and Tuesday through Saturday, and Natural Cycle, a collectively is closed Sundays. run bicycle repair shop and INSIGHTS courier business. Sept. 11 will mark the grand COLUMN re-opening of MondragOn and the beginning of some excit- ing changes. New menu items RReistudeitits, Diversity and Inclusive Initiatives will be accompanied by table service, instead of patrons v.111 reCeiV From Barbara Dixon, Student and Community Advisor — Diversity and Inclusive Initiatives having to order at the counter. Room:F-214 • Telephone:632-2099 The evening will also feature a per cent off speech on "U.S. Plans for the purchases WELCOME TO RED RIVER COLLEGE! At the College, we celebrate our diversity and strive to Middle East & Connections create an inclusive learning environment that is respectful of all individuals. with Globalization" by Rahul throughout Mahajan, a founding member Services to Immigrant and Second Language Students of the No War Collective and epter author of two books about the The College offers several support services to assist students reach their academic and career goals. To help students who are immigrants American influence in the 4ohdrag ) and/or second language speakers, the College has Barbara Dixon,the Student and Community Advisor — Diversity and Inclusive Initiatives Middle East. who is located in Building F, Room 214. Here are just some of the ways that she can assist you: Plans for the fall include a Bookstore and" • Advises students on academic, cultural, personal, settlement, and language concerns, new deli section in the cafe • Provides workshops on cultural orientations to Canada and the academic environment, that will offer ready-to-go Coffeehotise • Offers language development workshops, lunches and snacks. • Provides mentors, support groups and activities that assist culturally diverse and ESL students improve their language and academic skills, • Provides intervention and resolution of cross-cultural misunderstandings, • Provides a Guide for Immigrant and ESL Students booklet free of charge to students, • Provides clarification of College policies, procedures and program requirements, • Coordinates student referrals for language testing, ESL classes, upgrading, level placement tests,tutoring and exam accommodation, • Provides pre-enrolment advising including assistance with completion of application process, • Negotiates with outside agencies, e.g., extension of E.I.funding, and • Mediates and resolves cultural barriers students face, perceived racism and discrimination, and personal, occupational and financial concerns.

Inclusive Learning Support Services to Faculty The Student and Community Advisor— Diversity and Inclusive Initiatives is a resource for faculty on diversity issues and on how to create an inclusive learning environment. Faculty can refer immigrant and second language students for assistance. Services indude: • Assists faculty in dealing with cross-cultural issues that may arise with students and in the dassroom induding prevention and resolution of cross-cultural misunderstandings,worting with diverse groups,ways to alleviate academic challenges culturally diverse and second language students encounter,and ways to create and maintain an indusive classroom, • Offers customized diversity awareness workshops for classes and program areas (at the request of faculty), • Offers diversity awareness and inclusive learning environment workshops for faculty (at request of Coordinator, Chair or Dean), and • Provides an Inclusive Learning Guide for Faculty with strategies on how to create an indusive learning environment and tips on instructing second language students.

Diversity Services to All Staff and Students The Student and Community Advisor — Diversity and Inclusive Initiatives is a resource for all staff and students on diversity and inclusiveness. Services include: • Offers free monthly diversity workshops, diversity video series and cultural entertainment — look for the Diversity Events Calendar listing event times and locations in the Projector and on posters around the College, or check out our website at • Writes a regular Cultural Insights column in the Projector, • Holds an annual Diversity Essay Competition for students with scholarship awards, and • Provides consultation on a variety of diversity-related topics.

The Cultural Exchange Mentor Program • The Language Partner Program • Table Talks

For more information,feel free to contact us at 632 - 2099 or 632 - 2404 Or drop in for a visit in room F214 ENTERTAINMENT The Projector - September 15, 2003 19 the best and worst things about going to school downtown? by Lynsay Perkins Best: "I like it 'cause there's Best: "The chairs in the learning lots of stuff around." commons." Worst: "It's not done." Worst: "The resources we need weren't in place when we first - Karla Smith came down." Computer Accounting Technician - Kyle Mailhot Computer Analyst Programmer

Best: "It's close to home." Best: "The atmosphere. Nice little places to go." Worst: "It's very noisy out- side and there's no grass." Worst: "No futons." - Kelly Hinkson - Melanie Lohse Digital Multimedia Library and Information Technology Technology

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"The greatest musical of all time." -D- _ AILY TELEGRAPH Jan. 8 - 31, 2004 Mitch Albom's TUESDAYS . Tuesdays with Morrie BY MITCH ALBOM AND JEFFREY HATCHER U. t£S101 "...life-affirming, deeply emotional"- New York Daily News FEB 12 - MARCH 6, 2004 The Winslow Boy BY TERENCE RATTIGAN VIM MI MIN NM MO OM MN MI IIIIIIII =I MN MN NM MB NM NMI II= INV A true story that was the inspiration r for David Mamet's acclaimed film. SPECIAL CAMPUS OFFER FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS. 1 6-play Mainstage subscription only $45 each (incl gst) MAR. 18 - APR. 10, 2004 1 Max 2 at this special rate. Available for performance series as indicated below:

INSTITUTION (photocopy of full-time enrollment MUST accompany order) Crimes of the Heart STUDENT NAME BY BETH HENLEY "A masterpiece of black comedy." 1 WPG HOME ADDRESS '-The New York Times WPG POSTAL CODE WPG HOME PHONE NUMBER APRIL 22 - MAY 15, 2004 E-MAIL Please choose the series you prefer (see calendar to the left for dates). Please give us your 1st and 2nd choices I Seating availability for each series varies according to performance and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. :

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Wed 18 Thu 19 Mon 23 Wed 26 Thu 27 I MS TIME Cookin' Diary Tuesdays Winslow Crimes AND: YOU choose your performance of MY FAIR LADY : Mar 19 Apr 23 Fri 04E 8:00pm Oct 10 Nov 21 Feb 13 Tues, Jan 5 @7:30pm Fri, Jan 2 @8pm Sat, Jan 3 @4pm Mon, Jan 4 @8pm 1 Apr 24 Sat 06E 9:00pm Oct 11 Nov 22 Feb 14 Mar 20 Please choose your date carefully as NO EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS are available for this play. Same seating cannot be guaranteed for My Fair Lady. I Feb 16 Mar 22 Apr 26 Mon 07E 8:00pm Oct 13 Nov 24 I1 Payment by ❑ cheque (no postdated cheques) Apr 28 Wed 10E 8:00pm Oct 15 Nov 26 Feb 18 Mar 24 ❑ Visa ❑ MasterCard ❑ Amex ❑ Diner's Club 1 Thu 11E 8:00pm Oct 16 Nov 27 Feb 19 Mar 25 Apr 29 I Mar 29 May 3 CREDIT CARD NUMBER Mon 15E 8:00pm Oct 20 Dec 1 Feb 23 11 Dec 3 Feb 25 Mar 31 May 5 1 Wed 18E 8:00pm Oct 22 EXPIRY DATE SIGNATURE 1 1 Thu 19E 8:00pm Oct 23 Dec 4 Feb 26 Apr 1 May 6 ❑ Interac (in person only at MTC Box Office, address & hours below) 1 I Mon 23E 8:00pm Oct 27 Dec 8 Mar 1 Apr 5 May 10 SORRY no phone orders. You can FAX to 943-7189 or MAIL to MTC Subscriptions, 174 Market Ave, R3B OP8 1 26E 8:00pm Oct 29 Dec 10 Mar 3 Apr 7 May 12 1 Wed 11 or VISIT IN PERSON at 174 Market Ave, Mon to Sat, 9am — 6pm. Thu 27E 8:00pm Oct 30 Dec 11 Mar 4 Apr 8 May 13 1 The Fine Print: No refunds. No phone exchanges. Exchanges may be made only to a Mon - Thurs performance of the same play $1/ticket, EXCEPT for My Fair Lady for which positively NO EXCHANGES are available. This offer is available to FULL-TIME STUDENTS at U of W, U of M and RRC only. PLUS YOU CHOOSE YOUR PERFORMANCE OF MY FAIR LADY (see available dates right). I ,i Proof of full-time enrollment must be supplied at time of ordering. Offer expires at 6:00 pm on Saturday, Oct. 18/03 il •