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LINDSAY PURCHASE LOCAL AND NATIONAL EDITOR A new governmental funding initiative aims to benefi t women on university and college campuses across Canada by supporting local organizations that address sexual violence. Nearly $4 million is being distributed to 21 organizations that will work in partnership with various post- secondary institutions to deal with issues o violence against women on campus. One organization that was in- NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER cluded is the Sexual Support Centre o Waterloo Region, which is receiving $191,030 and will be working in partnership with the University o Growing hip hop at Laurier Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier Uni- versity administration and student groups over the next couple o years. WLU’s ALIAS takes third at the Ontario Universities Competition for hip hop Sara Casselman, the public relations and operations manager for AMY GRIEF universities out there, in terms o and drop-it for the chance to win the Sexual Support Centre, said that ARTS EDITOR hip hop is under the radar,” he said. the top prize o hosting next year’s research will be conducted to “pre- “Laurier, in comparison “I really want to stick it out there competition. vent future violence and i it does “I want it to be one unifi ed com- and be like ‘hey Western, hey York, Durham College swept the com- happen, how we can respond appro- to all the universities munity. I want it to be a unity, you hey Queens, Carleton,’ whatever; petition for the third time in a row, priately to that violence.” know,” said forward-thinking fi rst- all the universities out there, Lau- however, Laurier delivered one o When asked why it was benefi - out there, in terms o hip year business student Kang Tran. rier is here to fi ght, you know what the most passionate performances cial for organizations to receive the While hip hop and Laurier are not I mean?” o the night, eliciting raucous cheers funding, rather than having it given hop, is under the radar.” oten thought o in tandem, Tran is Ater leading ALIAS to a third and a standing ovation from much directly to universities and colleges, dead-set on changing up the dance place fi nish at OUCH, held last Sat- o the audience. Casselman responded by saying, scene on campus. urday night at the John Basset The- Unlike many o the other compet- “Assault centres are experts in the Though only in his fi rst year, Tran atre in Toronto, it looks like his vi- itors at OUCH, Tran incorporated area o sexual violence. We have the is already spearheading ALIAS, sion is coming into fruition. a variety o styles in his choreogra- ability to kind o step back and use —Kang Tran, member o Laurier hip Laurier’s fi rst ever hip hop “crew” to First held ten years ago at the phy, bring many o his dancers out our expertise in partnership with hop crew ALIAS compete in OUCH, the Ontario Uni- University o Waterloo, OUCH versities Competition for hip hop. brings together hip hop crews from “Laurier in comparison to all the across the province who pop, lock Arts, page 14 National, page 8

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TSN’s Michael Landsberg stops Cord Columnist Leah DeJong 5-0 win over Waterloo improves Retired CTV anchor Lloyd by WLU to discuss his 15-year laments the bachelor’s degree’s women’s hockey team’s record to Robertson visits Words Worth struggle with mental illness status as necessary for most jobs 11-1-1 on the season Books to share his story

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Editor-in-Chief Editor’s choice Editor’s choice online Justin Fauteux ‘College crack’ more harmful than helpful This Week Around Laurier [email protected] Life, page 12 thecord.ca

Inside Got a hot This Week in quotes Vocal Cord scoop News ………………………3 presented w e ’ v e b e e n Campus ……………… 4 “They may keep you by Local ……………………7 awake longer but no sci- missing? National ……………… 10 Do you think your Send a news tip to In Depth ……………… 12 entifi c evidence suggests degree will lead to a editor@thecord. Editorial ……………… 14 that they help normal job? Opinion ……………… 16 ca or submit one Arts ……………………… 18 healthy young people to anonymously on Classifi eds ……………20 thecord.ca Sports ………………… 21 become smarter.” —Laurier pro Bruce McKay on students using Adderall to study “Yes.” –Rebecca Maxwell Follow us “There’s a lot o people that don’t like me from TV. But what they second-year, don’t like is me... [while depressed] I couldn’t be me.” communication studies –Michael Landsberg, host o TSN’s O the Record on struggling with @cordnews depression “Please don’t make me look bad in the minutes.” –WLUSU director Scott Fleming ater making an explanation at Friday’s board o directors’ meeting “The company they go with wants to make money by having them there but it doesn’t necessarily have a job for them. Those are not helpful exchanges. Those are not benefi cial to the student or the community.” –Laurier pro Joanne Benham Rennick on how some voluntourism organiza- “A degree is one aspect, tions operate but it’s so much more than that which leads to “He’s winning us games. We can’t win games without him. He’s a job.” probably one o the best and I love it.” –Men’s hockey player Ryan Lopes on goalie Ryan Daniels –Aykhan Ravjiani third-year, business “I spend money.” –WLU assistant VP: physical resources when asked about funding for the Glob- al Innovation Exchange building “You’ve got to give it up to Toronto. They played an amazing game. From retail management to They hustled, they worked and we’ve got little things to work on that wholesale to logistics, this we can do in practice but we played hard and did all we could. We felt program offers the unique like together, we played really strong.” –Women’s basketball player Kaitlyn Schenck following a tight loss to the Uni- skills you need to launch your versi o Toronto. career as a fashion buyer, “I’d like to think so.” logistics coordinator, product –Kaleigh Donnelly development manager, visual second-year, merchandiser and many other global studies exciting career options. FASHION

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NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER Protestors at Waterloo Public Square address supporters about the concerns with the changes to the Line 9 pipeline in Ontario that passes directly under Waterloo Region. Locals oppose changes to pipeline

LINDSAY PURCHASE have oil be pumped eastward from raised by protestors about how this federal level, I’m trying to get the LOCAL AND NATIONAL EDITOR Alberta. might impact groundwater, poten- provincial government to pick up The fi rst phase o the reversal has tially poisoning local wells should that slack,” Lanteigne explained. “It’s always been an While most are aware o the contro- already been approved by the Na- an incident occur. Sarah Morgan, a master’s can- versy surrounding the Keystone XL tional Energ Board. Protest organizer Louisette Lan- didate at Wilfrid Laurier Univer- issue that’s always out Pipeline project, only recently has For Cozzarin and several environ- teigne said that although she be- sity who attended the protest, said similar attention been raised locally mental groups, the concern is that came involved in the issue as a that she had been surprised to hear west, it’s never actually about Waterloo Region’s own pipe- Enbridge will be using the pipeline means o gaining more knowledge, about the pipeline and wasn’t aware line, Line 9. to transport oil from the tar sands “when I learned more, I saw the that one existed in Waterloo Region. here, at least with re- A small group o protestors gath- — rather than the light crude oil it alarming risks.” “It’s always been an issue that’s ered in Uptown Waterloo last Mon- has in the past— which, according Lanteigne was at the fi rst hearing, always out west, it’s never actually spect to oil.” day night to raise awareness about to them, existing infrastructure may which allowed citizens to ask En- here, at least with respect to oil,” she the issue. not be able to accommodate. bridge questions. She believes that said. It’s just kind o this pipeline that’s “This project doesn’t make sense awareness is growing. Morgan acknowledged that get- —Sarah Morgan, a graduate student sneaking past people,” said Paisley unless they’re shipping tar sands “From the time I was involved ting the government to take action at Wilfrid Laurier Universi who was Cozzarin, a third-year student at the crude oil through it,” she said. While with phase one, I was the only citi- on such issues can be challenging. present the protest University o Waterloo and founder Enbridge has not stated that the zen participant. I think the next “Transparency and accountability o Stop the Tar Sands K-W who also pipeline will be used for this, ac- hearing we’re going to see a lot more are key,” she noted. spoke at the event. cording to Cozzarin, “they’ve ap- people,” she said. Petitions which were passed The problem isn’t the creation o plied to put heavy crude through it The goal o protestors is not nec- around at the protest will continue a new pipeline — Line 9 has been and they’re not denying that it could essarily to eliminate the pipeline, to circulate over the next couple o running south o Cambridge and be used for diluted bitumen.” but to have an environmental review months, which will then be given to under the Grand River since 1976. Bitumen would allegedly be more done by the province before the sec- Kitchener-Waterloo MPP Catherine What has changed is that Enbridge difi cult to clean up in the event o ond phase is approved. Fife to bring to the attention o pro- Pipelines has decided to reverse the a leak in the pipeline because it “Because Harper cut back so vincial parliament. direction o fl ow in the pipeline to sinks. Additional concerns are being much on the review process at the Going ‘on’ the record TSN personality speaks to students about mental health

JUSTIN FAUTEUX services for WLUSU. now he has good and bad days, EDITOR IN CHIEF “I don’t think we could’ve picked revealing that even as recently as anyone better for what we were try- when he was covering the London Michael Landsberg still remembers ing to get out o it.” Olympics this past summer, there the moment when he was, as he Though most o Landsberg’s 15- were instances when he “didn’t want calls it, “on the edge o the moun- year struggle with depression re- to be there.” tain.” It was Grey Cup week 2008, mained private, earlier this year “I’ve done more or as much TV and Landsberg, the host o TSN’s O he produced a documentary called as anyone in Canada, yet I can still The Record, hit a low point in his 15- Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports have a bad day and think ‘I can’t do year struggle with depression. and Me which shed light on the topic. this,’” he added. “It was 3 a.m. on the Tuesday The documentary brought together According to Landsberg one o night and I remember thinking former Olympian Clara Hughes, for- the most diﬁ cult aspects o living ‘i I didn’t know there was help, I mer major league baseball player with depression or being close to would’ve perhaps ended my life,’” Darryl Strawberry and former NHL someone with a mental illness is de- said Landsberg Friday morning in player Stephane Richer to discuss tecting it. Wilfrid Laurier University’s Senate their struggles with mental illness. “Those o us that sufer can put and Board Chamber. “I understood It was three years ago with Richer on a mask,” he said. “We … get pret- why people end their lives.” as a guest on his show, that Lands- ty good at pretending.” To most, Landsberg is simply a berg ﬁ rst talked publicly about his One o the most tragic cases charismatic broadcaster and one depression. o someone with a mental illness o the longest-serving o Canada’s “I did it, not to do something “wearing a mask” is that o Wade sports media, having worked for great for humanity, I did it just be- Belak, an NHL player who for years TSN since the birth o the network cause I thought it would make privately struggled with depression in 1984. However, for the past 15 for good television, but ater that before committing suicide last year. years, Landsberg has been strug- my e-mail inbox exploded,” said “Two weeks before [Belak’s gling with chronic depression, Landsberg, describing numerous e- death], he was at my house eating a struggle he shared at WLU on mails from people who were going pancakes,” said Landsberg who was Friday. through similar mental struggles. close friends with Belak. “He was a Landsberg was brought to Laurier While Landsberg’s profession has guy who had the mask on, he was through a joint efort between the given him an outlet to bring mental the life o the party, everyone loved WLU Grad Students’ Association health into the public eye, it can also him.” and the Wilfrid Laurier University be a struggle. Before leaving to a standing ova- Students’ Union. “When you work in television, tion, Landsberg let the audience “He’s very comfortable talking you don’t project bad feelings. I am a with a simple message he hopes about [mental health] and we hope professional deceiver,” he said. “For will break the stigma that surrounds that makes other people feel com- three months, everyday, I deceived mental illness: “You have the power fortable talking about it too,” said people.” to reach out. The power to be an SAMANTHA KELLERMAN STAFF PHOTGRAPHER Kyle Walker, director o member Landsberg admitted that even ear.” Michael Landsberg took a seat with Laurier students on Friday. 4 • THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Campus News Editor Elizabeth DiCesare CAMPUS [email protected] Spring start for GIE construction New building is slated to open in 2015

JUSTIN SMIRLIES NEWS DIRECTOR “The thing is now, once The school o business and eco- the bids come in, we nomics and the department o math at Wilfrid Laurier University may need to be on budget.” fi nally see some progress on the Global Innovation Exchange (GIE) building this spring. With ofers for contractor bids starting in Jan. 2013, Laurier hopes to have construction begin in March COURTESY OF PINO ESPOSITO once the contractor is chosen — i Elementary school students were brought to WLU in order to be exposed to the world of university. all goes to plan. The building, which —Mark Dettweiler, director: planning, was originally slated for a Sept. 2014 design and construction opening, is projected to open in the spring o 2015. “We’re still on track for that com- with this taken into consideration, Exploring future options pletion date. The thing is now, once but there is no timeline on when the bids come in, we need to be on that bridge will be constructed. budget,” explained Mark Dettwei- But Dettweiler mentioned that explained Kris McGee, a teacher at classroom and see it in reality.” ler, director: planning, design and there are still more challenges with MARISSA EVANS Wilson Avenue Public School. The 15 to 20 volunteers who construction at Laurier. “I we are, the GIE. LEAD REPORTER “They might not realize that uni- helped out at the event were not just things will just roll ahead. I we’re “I have a concern in regards to Last Thursday, 120 elementary versity or college is even an option from the sociolog¨ department. Pre- not, then maybe a bit o time to sort some groundwater issues that we school students fi lled the Turret for for them, so this is just the fi rst door sentations were also given by music o have to make some adjustments.” may have to deal with,” explained a day o interactive learning that al- for them to see what it could be like students, as well as student athletes Dettweiler noted that he is con- Dettweiler. “It’s always a little bit lowed them to get acquainted with and what they can strive to attain in about their experiences at Laurier. fi dent that the school will stay on challenging to know for sure what Wilfrid Laurier University. the future.” Paul explained that a mini JUMP budget and the building will achieve you’ll be up against until you actu- Four classes o students in grades Beyond introducing the students lecture was given, followed by inter- its spring 2015 target. The university ally start digging.” fi ve and six were invited for The to a university environment, Mc- active activities which allowed stu- has been in discussion with various As a result, these shallow ground Community Outreach Event with Gee said the aim was also to help dents to apply the knowledge they companies that are looking to take- water concerns will have to be dealt Wilson Avenue Public School, which teach life skills through the activities gained. over the project in the spring. with before construction begins in was organized by the Laurier Sociol- which they participated in. Students were then given a tour “Certainly there’s a lot o aware- March. og¨ Student Association (LSSA). “There’s some direct connection o the campus by Laurier Student ness out there in the industry, this is “Every project is a challenge, Inspiration for the event sprouted to our curriculum which justifi es Ambassadors. a large project,” he added. right? There’s always something from a comment made by the for- and ensures that our students are When asked i she would bring The construction costs for the GIE that pops up that was unexpected,” mer president o the University o receiving some quality program- students back i another outreach are $72 million, with a project price echoed Nower. Waterloo, and current Governor ming,” she said. event was held in the future, McGee tag around $103 million, according In terms o fundraising, Rob General, David Johnston. During his Fourth year honours sociolog¨ responded, “Absolutely. We were to the WLU website. The Ontario Donelson, vice-president: alumni presidency, Johnston noted that the students, Chelsea Paul and Donya just talking about that as teachers, provincial government agreed to a relations and development, asserted two universities in Waterloo didn’t Mosleh, coordinated the event. and we would even bring the same $72.6 million investment in the GIE that Laurier has completed 15 per do well in attracting local youth to Paul emphasised that the event students and expose them a second in June 2011. These payments will be cent o its $55-million fundraising their institutions. was meant “to get [students] think- time to it.” made on a reimbursement basis. goal. Lucy Luccisano, a sociolog¨ pro- ing critically about school and McGee went on to express her One the few changes to the proj- This fundraising will go to capital fessor at WLU, was discussing this their education.” However, she also impression o the day. ect was the addition o a new atrium expenditures and programming for with some students and subse- touched on the practical element “The Laurier students . . . are ab- as a student hub in the building in- the SBE faculty. quently decided to plan an outreach that it provided for the volunteers. solutely dedicated,” she said. “They stead o an outdoor courtyard. Gary “We’re in the process o working event for elementary school stu- “I think it was just great to be able have professional outlooks on ev- Nower, assistant vice-president: with these individuals and compa- dents in Kitchener-Waterloo. to see such a diverse group o stu- erything that they’re doing. The physical resources at Laurier, noted nies, we’re hoping to confi rm several “Probably the majority o our students,” she said. “To take the things whole day’s been great.” that this change was due to study more gits in the new year,” he said. dents are born outside o Canada,” that we’ve learned about in the space concerns. While the SBE and the math de- “There was a shortage o student partment get a new home, ques- space [on campus],” said Nower. tions have arisen to what faculty will “[The GIE will be] a place to hang use the space in the existing Peters out, work together, just social- Building and Schlegel Centre, with ize — stu like that. This is a great much speculation being placed on Laurier pushes slogan of opportunity, so why not close that the arts faculty. courtyard and make it a more usable “The classrooms will remain space.” classrooms. But we are just now Although a separate project, a starting into a process to basically ‘best business school’ pedestrian bridge is also to be built plan out and allocate space in that over University Avenue to connect building,” said Dettweiler. job it is to raise funds for the project, However, she noted that there are the main parts o campus to the “It’s still open up to discussion.” MARISSA EVANS agreed with Kelly’s assessment o already numerous established busi- GIE. The GIE building will be built LEAD REPORTER the business program. ness schools in Canada, and that In anticipation for the construc- “I think that fi rst o all the school the slogan is “a big statement to live tion slated to begin on the new itsel already has an outstanding up to.” Global Innovation Exchange (GIE) reputation. One o the things we For Evan Little, a second year building, numerous signs are plas- haven’t done is communicate that BBA student, what sets Laurier’s tered around the perimeter that say properly to the public,” he said. business program apart from other “Building Canada’s Best Business Ansley continued, expressing schools is the community. His con- School.” This is the slogan for the how impressed he was by the ef- cern is that this won’t be preserved building, which will house Wilfrid fort and time Kelly and Max Blouw, with the new building. Laurier University’s school o busi- president o WLU, have put into the “I SBE is able to maintain the ness and economics (SBE). campaign. He believes that Kelly close-knit and community feel that But labelling SBE as “Canada’s will be able to expand on the quality it has right now, it could be Canada’s best business school” is quite an as- that the school already has. best business school,” he said. piration, one that the faculty hopes “I think Laurier has really devel- Little expressed his thoughts on to achieve. oped a unique style over the last the business program. Micheal Kelly, dean o the school several years,” he said. “I think it will “The main thing for me is that o business and economics at Lau- continue to evolve and expand to it’s not just about the books,” he be- rier, explained that the new building become a number o other things, gan. “It’s not about what you learn is merely a component o making one being more global than it has in the classroom; it’s about what you Laurier’s business school the best in been.” learn outside o it, it helps you get Canada. Kelly also attested to this need. involved and take learning into your According to Kelly, visibility is a “A big challenge that we’ve got own hands.” key aspect. is just becoming known outside o In his eyes, Laurier earning the “It’s a great business school. I the southern Ontario region,” he name o having Canada’s best think we have the best undergradu- explained. business program is a defi nite ate business program in the coun- “A best business school needs to possibility. try,” he said. “A lot o what we have be able to attract students nationally “I sincerely believe that this ob- to do is build a reputation around and internationally.” jective that we have is more than at- the quality that we already have.” Nila Rosborough, a second-year tainable,” Ansley concluded. “I think Peter Ansley, the chair o the BBA student, agrees that Laurier we will exceed expectations on this. campaign cabinet which is com- needs to build its reputation on an And I’m looking forward very much COURTESY OF PHYSICAL RESOURCES prised o university afi liates whose international level. to that.” The interior of the new GIE building will now include an atrium. THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 CAMPUS • 5 Microvolunteering takes o at WLU Students have moved to volunteering online for non-profi t organizations because of its fl exibility

KATELYN CULLUM LEAD REPORTER “It doesn’t replace tra- Imagine being able to make a difference without moving from your ditional volunteering, seat. Microvolunteering, an online vol- for me that’s the greatest unteering system created by Koodo- Nation last October, allows students thing about it.” to do just that. While it is not a complete substitute for physical volunteering, the two volunteer concepts parallel one another since they both aim to achieve the same thing — —Jennifer Robertson, director o giving back. marketing communications for Koodo “The microvolunteering concept Mobile is really something that we thought was amazing because it really caters to everyone, you can do it on your goal is to continue pushing micro- own time, it is fl exible and it is on- volunteering because it is so easy line,” expressed Jennifer Robertson, to do. director o marketing communica- “It doesn’t replace traditional vol- tions for Koodo Mobile. unteering, for me that’s the greatest She added that Koodo’s public re- thing about it. Microvolunteering lations agency came to them with actually compliments traditional this concept and they have been volunteering, it’s a new tool for the working with microvolunteers since non-profi ts, to be able to get some 2008. Spark.com now partners with help,” Robertson said. them and helped launch the micro- “There is no need to travel and its volunteer program in Canada. really fl exible to your schedule, it re- “It’s the twenty-fi rst century ally caters to volunteers.” way o getting involved,” added CARLEY MCGLYNN GRAPHICS ARTIST Students can easily sign up to be- Sean Cameron, a second year busi- Students have found that volunteering online is more fl exible and allows them to remain tech-savvy. come a volunteer while still main- ness student at Wilfrid Laurier taining schoolwork and extra-cur- University. come in, but Cameron explained experience in social media but they helps with water, food, education ricular activities since microvolun- Cameron is leading a team in a that towards the end o the competi- know university students are good and housing. teering doesn’t require a lot o time. competition presented by Koodo- tion, Laurier led by 17,000 points. at it,” explained Cameron. “Laurier is in the top [position], i Sarah Taylor, a fourth year stu- Nation that allows students from 25 “[The] challenges are really sim- Points are awarded to volunteers they keep up the good work, I defi - d ent at Laurier, who wasn’t part o diferent schools to compete against ple,” said Cameron. for every challenge they complete nitely think they have a chance,” microvolunteering, believes it is one another to try and complete as He continued to explain that non- which add to the overall total for the Robertson said, prior to the end o good cause. many online tasks as possible for profi t charities across Canada post Laurier team in the competition. the competition. “Before the com- “It’s easier and makes volunteer- non-profi t organizations. challenges to students that will as- I Laurier succeeds in this competition, ater the competition, our ing more convenient,” Taylor stated. Cameron, along with over 160 sist the charities in some way. petition, the school will be awarded ultimate goal is that this microvol- “More people would be open to it.” volunteers from Laurier, was con- Some examples o online chal- $35,000 that can be donated to the unteering community is up and go- Regardless o the outcome, Cam- sistently volunteering his time and lenges include: reviewing websites, charity o their choosing. ing and rolls on its own.” eron stated that he is satisfi ed with skills online in challenges until the helping the charities out with their Cameron explained i the Lau- While this specifi c competition the hard work and dedication o the end o the competition, which was Facebook pages and creating logos. rier team wins the money will go is good for both microvolunteer- team. Nov. 18. “These [non-profi t charity or- to the Colin B. Glassco Foundation ing and Laurier, both Robertson and “It was a great experience,” he At press time, the results hadn’t ganizations] may not have all the for Children; a charity in Africa that Cameron expressed that the overall said.

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Local Editor Lindsay Purchase LocaL [email protected] Former CTV anchor shares life stories Lloyd Robertson shared his new book, The Kind of Life it’s Been, with a crowd at Knox Presbyterian Church ally flack soon became aware of his iconic and the sheer drama and power of StAff WRitER voice and the career path this could the images marked the beginning of potentially lead to. what we know refer to as the televi- On Monday night, Lloyd Robertson, “When I was in high school I was sion age. Canada’s longest serving news an- told about the voice…I then began From his interviews and experi- chor, came to Waterloo to discuss to think maybe they have something ences with many prominent Ca- his new book The Kind of Life it’s Been. there,” he said. Robertson soon nadians from Lester B. Pearson to Hosted by Words Worth Books, took on his first broadcasting gig Adrienne Clarkson, Robertson had the event took place at Knox Pres- that consisted of reading the school many stories to tell and kept the au- byterian Church where Robertson announcements. dience laughing throughout the pre- spoke, answered audience questions His stardom rose quickly, starting sentation. Robertson joined CTV in and concluded with a book signing in Stratford and eventually making 1976 and was promoted to the po- where fans could personally speak his way to Toronto. sition of Chief Anchor and Senior with him. However, his career began dif- Editor in 1983. Robertson began by discussing ferently than a broadcasting career When asked about fellow Strat- his upbringing in Stratford, On- would today. ford resident and star Justin Bieber, tario. He described his father as a “In those days as a CBC announc- Robertson joked, “He’s even compe- wise man who explained to him at er you did everything. You did jazz tition for a book this year!” an early age of his mother’s mental shows, you did the news, you did An interactive question and an- illnesses. the sports sometimes,” Robertson swer period followed the talk and “My childhood was spent with recalled. Robertson was asked about how my mother who was what would He went on to describe to the journalism has changed over the now be called bipolar. She had Ob- audience his major broadcasting years with regard to the Internet. He sessive Compulsive Disorder, she breakthrough, which came from explained how he believes people was paranoid and with, I think, a reading the bulletin for the John F. still go to their favourite newscasts, touch of schizophrenia,” he said. Kennedy assassination. newspapers and radio stations for A dreary home life was what “That’s when the world changed. reliable news. drove him to broadcasting and tele- That was a real marker for the tele- “I think people do care where they vision, which he described as the vision age…suddenly we saw how get their news and while they may world of imagination. effective this television instrument want to participate with Twitter and “I knew that out there was a dif- could be,” Robertson said. on the Internet and watch the gossip ferent world that I could inhabit, be Robertson described how televi- flow…. I think that when they really a part of and even maybe one day sion became the go-to place for both want to know what is going on in play a prominent role.” tragedy and celebration, regard- the world they will go to their reli- ian spence StAff PhOtOgRAPhER While growing up Robertson ing how the Kennedy assassination able sources,” he concluded. Lloyd Robertson spoke in Waterloo this past Monday. GRT to consider public in changes

alanna fairey think that these improvements will LEAD REPORtER certainly make riding the GRT better for everyone,” said Berger After many requests from the resi- The plans for these improvements dents of Waterloo, Grand River have not yet been finalized, however. Transit (GRT) will be implementing Allen explained that a series of pub- new service changes that will take lic consultations still needs to take miriam smit StAff PhOtOgRAPhER place in September 2013. place. Allen emphasized that public Among with a variety of other items, Ten Thousand Villages sells artisan jewelry from many countries. Improvements that are being in- input from two rounds of consulta- troduced include a new iXpress tions will be considered when devel- route along Erb Street West and oping the final proposed 2013 Tran- University Avenue. This, in turn, sit Service Improvement Plan. will lengthen the existing 201 iX- “There are a series of consulta- Business with a cause press, which runs along Fischer- tions both internally and externally. Hallman Road to Conestoga Mall Now what we’re doing is we’re going katelyn cullum they are passionate about what the just happy to be here.” and the employment area at Univer- to the public and we’re presenting a LEAD REPORtER store represents or because they are While Ten Thousand Villages suc- sity Avenue and Northfield Drive, series of options that we’ve got,” Al- students and need to complete spe- ceeds in Waterloo in part due to the and moderate local routes in Water- len said. Ten Thousand Villages, a store lo- cific volunteer hours. consistent Mennonite population, loo and Kitchener. “In this case, we’re going to get cated in Uptown Waterloo, has Regardless, the majority of the there are, in total, 48 stores across Other changes to the system will the feedback that we’ve been get- proved to be successful in both pro- staff doesn’t receive compensation Canada that allow foreign artisans also include a “University” iXpress ting from the bus operators and any viding the city with unique, home- for the work they put into the store, to provide citizens with original route along Erb Street and Uni- other comments that come in on- made and environmentally sustain- but are always happy to put in their products, such as jewelry and home versity Avenue. As well, potential line and we’ll review all those and able products as well as supporting time. decorations. changes are expected along other develop from that … and come up artisans in 29 developing countries. “We have very dedicated volun- Ten Thousand Villages pur- bus routes, which will aim to offer with a final option that will meet the “We are a non-profit organiza- teers,” said Barth. chases from 29 different countries more direct service and create con- most needs and [provide the] best tion and we have been around for 65 Barth explained the reasoning be- — Kenya, Libya and India are some nections to other locations within service.” years,” expressed Stephanie Barth, hind the volunteers. examples. Waterloo. In late winter of next year, these manager of the store in Waterloo. “[Our goal] is to decrease as many Their artisans are “paid 100 “The business plan created a plans will be outlined to the pub- “Our goal is to create long-term costs as we can, so we can continue per cent before their product basic trademark and said they lic and arrangements to apply these trading relationships with artisan to invest and purchase more prod- even reaches the store,” as Barth were going to make these particu- changes will be pushed forward. An groups in developing countries.” ucts [from the artisans].” explained. lar changes to these particular bus official report will be made to the While there are numerous loca- Nancy Froklage, a retired vol- The overwhelming goal of this routes and as part of that, we identi- public, the works committee and the tions across Canada, this store spe- unteer at Ten Thousand Villages company is to ensure that long-term fied the cost for that,” said Blair Al- regional council detailing these new cifically thrives in Waterloo because Froklage explained that her reason- relationships and security are main- len, the supervisor transit developer plans. of the local Mennonite population, ing for becoming a volunteer was tained for the artisan groups and for GRT. Allen stated that once these ser- according to Barth because she carries a history with that they are confident in Ten Thou- “Our next step from that is that vice changes are approved by the Barth explained that the store had the Mennonites. sand Villages’ support. each year is to look at the funds and Regional Council budget agreement, originally started out in St. Jacob’s, Froklage also believes that there None of the stores in Canada are the criteria we need to improve in the new transit service improve- but moved to Uptown Waterloo in is a “sense of self-fulfillment” specifically owned. Each store fea- services and then we go and create a ment plan would be implemented by 1996. that accompanies this kind of tures a manager, assistant manager committee and a technical team that Sept. 2, 2013. Barth noted how the location in volunteering. and volunteers, and the head of- reviews it all.” Waterloo has been particularly ben- Elizabeth Lougheed, a masters fices are located in New Hamburg, Daniel Berger, a resident of Wa- eficial to the business. student at the University of Wa- Ontario. terloo for twenty years, takes GRT “Uptown Waterloo just creates terloo, finds that this type of vol- Barth has been a part of Ten on a daily basis and had grown un- a really nice shopping area, [has a] unteering not only contributes to Thousand Villages for more than satisfied with the transit services. good atmosphere [and is a] really her studies, as she is in develop- five years, starting her involvement Upon hearing the new improve- fun environment and is supportive ment practice, but also educates off in New Hamburg and moving to ments that will be implemented, of free trade.” her in the specific products that the Waterloo as manager in September. Berger claimed that these im- All employees at Ten Thousand stores receives from the developing “I love working here because it’s provements have been a long time Villages are volunteers, except for countries. not about giving charity to people, coming. the manager and assistant manager. Loughheed expressed that “it’s re- it’s about helping them become sus- “I think that this desire for change The volunteers contribute their own ally a positive business experience tainable on their own,” expressed has been calling for a while and time to the store simply because because everyone who comes in is Barth. I think its time we answer to it. I THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 LOCAL • 7 Do you feel safe living in Waterloo? Recent crimes within the student community have some people concerned about their personal safety

KATELYN CULLUM LEAD REPORTER “People who are engag- A number o recent crimes taking ing in criminal activi- place in Waterloo, specifi cally in the student community o Wilfrid Lau- ties have begun to take rier University and the University o Waterloo, have raised concerns advantage o this naive about the safety o students. While out o town for the week- population.” end in late Sepetember, third-year Wilfrid Laurier student Chris Allam woke up to a call from his roommates, explaining that his lap- —Louie Infusino, fourth-year com- top, along with shoes, DVDs, Xbox munications student games and other laptops from the rest o the house, had been stolen. “I’m still slightly bitter about the situation,” explained Allam. “It could have been avoided by simply are things you can do to prevent be- remembering to lock the door, but ing the victim,” he explained. mistakes happen.” He also explained that many peo- In addition to break-ins such as ple believe they are untouchable, this, personal thet has been another acknowledging that “a lot o people issue. have the attitude that it ‘won’t hap- The robbery and assault on Elgin pen to me.’” Crescent a few weeks back is one STEPHANIE TRUONG GRAPHICS EDITOR However, Thaler admitted that example o this, where two female he himsel carried that attitude un- students were robbed o their shop- increased recently and that she is “Many o our thets are because victim.” til he was proved wrong. He added ping bags and one woman sustained concerned about her safety. doors were let unlocked,” added Both Hancocks and Roe explained that other people should not feel bruises ater being punched in the When asked about advice for stu- Thaler. that they haven’t seen a fl uctuating invincible. face. dents on preventive measures for “We now pretty much always increase in crimes, specifi cally be- Louie Infusino, a fourth-year More recently, a man was beaten thets and robberies, Kevin Thaler, have our door locked, even i it’s the cause they deal with campus based communication studies student, around King Street North and Uni- executive ofi cer at the Waterloo middle o the day,” Allam remarked. incidents, but neither service has explained his concerns. “Students versity Avenue early Tuesday morn- Regional Police Service (WRPS), Chris Hancocks, operations man- been in communication with the are putting themselves in a vulner- ing because he confronted a man stated, “You want to avoid being the ager for Special Constables, agreed WRPS to take any new precautions; able position,” he stated, in regard who stole his drink. Ater confront- victim. Don’t travel alone, drink in with Thaler’s statement about the same precautions are in order to unlocked doors and careless ing him, he was punched in the face moderation, travel in well lit areas safety. and serve well. precautions. and then three other males joined in and let people know where you are “Be aware o your surroundings While the police haven’t noticed a “People who are engaging in and pushed him to the ground, con- going.” and walk in groups. It’s common large spike in the crime rate in Wa- criminal activities have begun tinuing the assault. According to a While he believes that students knowledge,” he said. terloo, it goes without saying that to take advantage o this naïve witness, one o the men pulled out are not specifi cally targeted in Wa- “I wouldn’t say that the fault lies all citizens o the city must take population.” an object that looked like a handgun, terloo, noting that crimes can take on the students, but you do have precautions. While it is easy to argue that pointing it at the victim. place anywhere with anyone, such to be mindful o your property and Thaler stated that the regional po- robbery and thet can be stopped “Personally, I’m paranoid,” said as in malls and church parking lots, your surroundings,” Sta Sergeant lice, along with both campus police simply by being aware o your sur- Ariel Clark, a second-year psychol- student residences are oten easy for Dale Roe from the University o Wa- services, take safety measures at the roundings and locking up behind og student who commutes from criminals because students are in a terloo explained further. beginning o the school year, when you, that is not necessarily the case. Cambridge. hurry to get out and typically forget Thaler concluded, “I don’t want to new students are in the city and re- “Victims can reduce the oppor- She explained that her knowledge to lock their door or take other pre- put the blame on them, I’m just say- turning ones need a reminder. tunity, but they can’t remove the op- on crime stories in Waterloo has cautionary measures. ing there is a way to avoid being the “A reminder doesn’t hurt, there portunity entirely,” said Thaler.

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National Editor Lindsay Purchase NATIONAL [email protected] Binge drinking poses large risks

ALANNA FAIREY LEAD REPORTER “It might be funny at the A night out with friends could end time, but there is a vic- up turning into a trip to the hospital or jail due to binge drinking. tim attached at the other 2008 statistics from Stats Canada had an estimated 25.1 per cent o end.” males and 9.6 per cent o females report heavy drinking. Compara- tively, according to the 2011 Moni- toring the Future Study, 36 per cent o American college students report that they had been binge drinking. —Kevin Thaler, executive o fi cer for the The working defi nition o binge Waterloo Regional Police Service drinking entails fi ve drinks in a two-hour period for males, while females it is considered binge drinking i they have had four drinks in their own vomit.” that same time span. Wilfrid Lau- Executive ofi cer for the Water- rier University psycholog professor loo Regional Police Service (WRPS) Bruce McKay claims that this defi ni- Kevin Thaler has witnessed many tion is not helpful. students endanger their lives be- “This defi nition does not consider cause o the excessive consumption factors such as an individuals’ body o alcohol. However, he has also weight or emotional circumstances,” seen alcohol inspire very belliger- McKay said. ent behaviour from certain indi- “Such factors are not considered, viduals. Actions such as vandalism and I think that these make a big and fi ghting leads to trouble with diference in the defi nition.” the law, and it comes with startling McKay also shared that binge consequences. drinking is not harmless, as it car- “We’ll see violent episodes from ries plenty o dangers that will cause people who are not violent when harm to the drinker and those sur- they are sober who make some very rounding the drinker. One o the bad choices and they won’t have a KATE TURNER PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER most common examples is drink criminal record,” Thaler said. Drinking is a common social activity for students, but problems can occur when it gets out of control. tampering, which can lead to sex- “But they will lash out with a beer ual assault. In some extreme cases, bottle and strike somebody. When university and students were ex- “I didn’t think it was a big deal at environment. According to McK- death has been an outcome from you open someone up for stitches, pelled. There are a series o con- the time. I thought that this was go- ay, this scenario is not uncommon binge drinking due to overdose ef- you’re looking at jail. That’s whether sequences. The universities won’t ing to be something I would look amongst binge drinkers. fects, drinking and driving or care- or not you’ve got a criminal record.” tolerate bad behaviour,” Thaler back on and laugh at how stupid I “There is this assumption that less harm reduction approaches. Thaler also mentioned that once explained. was,” he said. students live a pristine life and then “The number one way in which an individual is charged for a crimi- “It might be funny at the time, but “But the truth is, I’m just looking when they come to university, that people die from binge drinking is nal ofense, it remains on record there is a victim attached at the oth- back and being angry at how stupid I corrupts them. That is not the case,” when the drinker passes out and is for the rest o their lives. I the in- er end” was. No respectable business wants McKay shared. let to sleep it of,” McKay explained. dividual is able to avoid trouble for A former student at York Univer- to hire someone who has a blem- Excess drinking may be a result o “I a person passes out during a fi ve years and request a pardon, the sity, who wishes to be unnamed, ish on their record. I I had known difi culties experienced or habits ac- drinking game because o the alco- criminal record will not show. De- jeopardized his future career search that all o this would have happened, quired before attending university. hol in their system, get them away spite this, more complications can when he got in trouble with the law. I wouldn’t have gone drinking that While McKay and Thaler both from the drinking and call 911 im- arise. Under the infl uence o approximate- night.” agree that it is unrealistic to com- mediately,” he advised. “Until the “That afects your international ly seven beers, he got into a fi ght in He also shared that he drank of- pletely obliterate drinking from the ambulance arrives, roll the passed travel and at the university level. public. Before it escalated into any- ten due to the stress and pressures universities, both recommended out drinker on their side in a drown- We’ve had some cases o violence thing serious, the police arrived and o doing well in school, as well as that students use their common ing position so they don’t choke on where action was taken by the arrested him. coping with an unhealthy home sense and drink responsibly. Sexual violence prevalent

“We would really support and —cover have advocated for many years a national action plan for violence against women, that we need a both the students and the adminis- more focused approach that incor- tration to efect change that would porates the federal government and $ mil be meaningful.” provincial government,” continued “Our role is amplifying student Murphy. Being donated to or- voices,” she continued. “We think i you have a national ganizations across Can- “So as much as possible, to bring action plan you have the opportuni- ada that lived experience o students ty to benchmark, you set goals, you out and to really look at how we can collect data in a more comprehen- bring out our policies, our proce- sive way and you have better evi- dures, to better serve women on our dence o what works, what doesn’t campus.” work and what is actually going on.” Addressing sexual violence is o Murphy acknowledged the dif- particular importance for younger ﬁ culty in gaining complete infor- female demographics. mation on sexual violence due to According to Casselman, “female the fact that many incidents go to undergraduates between the ages o unreported. 16 and 24 are four times more likely “It’s very hard to know the degree The age of female stu- to experience violence,” while ap- to which incidents are taking place dents that are four times proximately 25 per cent o female and are not being reported, the seri- more likely to experience post-secondary students have been ousness o them, and o course the violence victims o physical or sexual assault. traumatic impact on the individuals Canadian Federation o Uni- that have experienced this,” she said. versity Women (CFUW) national Casselman attributed this in part president Susan Murphy added that to victim blaming, which she said is young women moving away from prevalent in our society. home for school may be especially “With sexual violence especially, vulnerable. it remains such a taboo topic,” she “It’s an opportunity for great ex- said. % periences, but also risks that may “There’s a lot o secrecy and a lot not have been apparent or may not o shame that goes along with it.” Female post-secondary have been there in a home commu- She continued, “I think a lot o students have been a vic- nity,” she explained. people have some sense o it, but tim of sexual violence Murphy said that while the fund- not quite an understanding o how ing is commendable, there are still common it is and how many women further steps to be taken. have had this experience.” THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 • 9

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Volunteering abroad is often seen as an effective means of contributing to global awareness, but has come under increasing levels of criticism for the potential harm it can create. Local and national editor Lindsay purchase examines different perspectives of this contentious debate

erspectives on volunteering abroad are as diverse as the organizations often pay quite a hefty amount to participate in these projects, [voluntourists] that facilitate it and the countries who host it. A highly contested con- do want to receive customer satisfaction, basically,” said Morris. “So I can see tribution to global development, voluntourism is an example of this how it’s tempting and almost justifiable for the voluntourist organizations to type of exchange and an increasingly common way of exploring inter- succumb to the wants and needs of the voluntourists as a way to ensure ongoing nationalP volunteering. business for themselves.” The divergence between those who believe in the enormous opportunity for She went on to explain how these types of trips are perceived and rewarded by good and others who focus on the potential for harm has created a wide debate Western societies and how this might impact the reasoning for engaging in an about the impacts of voluntourism. It has also generated a number of questions international volunteering experience. “It looks good on a resume, it looks good to consider for those looking into the experience to consider. on a scholarship application ... because participating in this kind of trip suppos- Is it more about travelling or volunteering? Are the projects done in a way that edly indicates a certain level of good character, when really I think that’s quite is ethical and sustainable for host communities? Who serves to benefit the most questionable,” Morris said. “It becomes quite a feel good thing for [volunteers].” from voluntourism — organizations, volunteers or the ‘voluntoured’? International experiences can cost thousands of dollars, including flights, ac- It’s a passionate and frustrating debate, but it is one which has become in- commodations, insurance and other associated expenses. There is a lot of dis- creasingly important as voluntourism has gained popularity. crepancy on how funds are distributed in organizations, from direct financial But what exactly is “voluntourism”? And what distinguishes it from other support for communities, to staff costs and volunteer support. forms of volunteering abroad? Taylor, elaborating on his experience, said that there were mixed benefits to “International development volunteering is much more focused on a specific the community and the volunteers. intent, it’s much more focused on the volunteer work than having the vacation “It was less about trying to fix a problem than it was making sure people liked portion of it integrated,” offered Ruth MacKenzie, the president and CEO of Vol- the trip. Because it’s still a business … it stops being about what the people re- unteer Canada. “They’re kind of two niches of the same thing.” ally need and it starts becoming about what the volunteers need, which is not Put simply, “it’s fairly broad, just a combination of traditional tourism with the point,” he said. volunteer work,” said Lindsay Morris, a graduate of the international develop- As an educator trying to develop meaningful learning abroad opportunities ment program at the University of Guelph. for university students, Joanne Benham Rennick, a professor of contemporary Morris participated in two trips with Habitat for Humanity during her under- studies at Laurier Brantford, recalled organizations who were willing to develop graduate degree, leading one, and did some independent work in Botswana as opportunities in accordance with what students were looking for. While flex- well. ibility may be a positive attribute, this indicated to her that there was a lack of a For some though, the definition isn’t as clear. There is a high level of variance sustainable, grassroots initiative in place that they could contribute to. amongst organizations of the balance between work and touristic endeavours. “The company they go with wants to make money by having them there but This blurs the line between more idealist perspectives compared to those who it doesn’t necessarily have a job for them,” she said. “Those are not helpful ex- view it in a more negative light. changes. Those are not beneficial to the student or the community.” “I feel like there’s a really large scale for voluntourism and you have some that it’s like volunteering with a little bit of tourism, and then you can definitely have Getting the full picture the opposite,” said Preston Taylor, a fourth-year global studies student at Wilfrid Determining which organizations have models suited to your personal stan- Laurier University. dards is a matter of digging beneath the polished surface of voluntourism ad- While Taylor spent two months volunteering with an eco-farming project in vertisements. Beyond choosing what to do and where, there are ad- India this past summer and was aware of his organization being considered a ditional moral considerations which may factor into voluntourism opportunity, the experience was intended to have a greater focus decision-making and complicate the process. And on work with travel opportunities on weekends. with the plethora of options available to some- Taylor acknowledged that one type of experience isn’t necessarily superior to one planning an excursion, evaluating dif- another. ferent opportunities can be overwhelming. “Really it depends on what you’re trying to get out of it,” he said. MacKenzie emphasized the amount of research that should be done to evaluate the suitability of organizations and the need to understand in what context vol- “It was less about trying to fix a problem than it unteering is being coordinated. “You want to make sure that you’re do- was making sure people liked the trip.” ing things that are ethical, that the projects you’re engaging in are sustainable, that there’s value in it beyond the value of making a monetary donation,” she said. “It’s not just about finding a way for peo- —Preston Taylor, fourth-year global studies student at WLU ple to engage, but it needs to be making a contribution and making a difference in a real way.” Part of this may include determining Volunteers or customers? the types of power relationships that exist While organizations facilitating voluntourism may have altruistic motives and and whether an egalitarian arrangement positive intentions, something that may be forgotten is the fact that most are is being created. operating with some kind of business model. That model may be for the pur- Morris believes that the power often pose of generating profit or simply allowing more volunteers to partake in the sits disproportionately in the hands of experience. This can result in experiences that direct their initiatives more to- volunteers or the organizations by choos- ward volunteer desires than community needs, which is also a strong source of ing what gets done and on what timeline. criticism against voluntourism. Locals, in this context, are passive actors “I suppose since it technically is a product that they’re purchasing, since they who don’t get to have a strong voice in IN DEPTH THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 • 11

Volunteering abroad is often seen as an e ective means of contributing to global awareness, but has come under increasing levels of criticism for the potential harm it can create. Local and National Editor Lindsay Purchase examines di erent perspectives of this contentious debate

determining how change is created in their society. global issues, short-term engagements may be unavoidable. With the exception “Really it should be decided by the local organization because they have the o those doing gap years, most students have at maximum, a summer break that knowledge o what the real need is and what is realistic to accomplish in a cer- spans just a few months, to engage in these types o experiences. tain time period,” she asserted. “Organizations that have done a good job in adapting their volunteer pro- Laurier grad Alanna Wallace, who works as a project manager in South Af- grams to fi t volunteers looking for those shorter term opportunities are the ones rica with voluntourism organization African Impact, said that to her, criticism that are going to be making a diference,” said MacKenzie. is understandable. “I’ve seen organizations in the communities we work in who maybe aren’t culturally sensitive and aren’t practicing sustainable development,” she recalled. According to Wallace, focusing on the education o the local community is “This trip isn’t the end o a journey, it’s really just one way to ensure that projects are viable. “That’s the thing about sustainable development and an organization that the start. The start o becoming a global citizen ... practices sustainable development is, hopefully. When all o our goals are ac- complished, we work ourselves into being obsolete,” she explained. “It’s some- and understanding that you have a part to play.” thing we tell the volunteers — hopefully one day we won’t be needed here anymore.” A big part o this for Me to We speaker and leadership facilitator Andrea —Andrea McPhedran, Me to We speaker and leadership facilitator McPhedran, is ensuring that the organization has a strong connection with locals and takes time to understand their needs. Me to We, which was co-created by Marc and Craig Kielburger, arranges volunteer trips for youth. “A lot o the sta that we employ on the ground are actually from the country,” she said. “It helps with relationship building at the beginning and then I think it Positivity in the face of criticism helps in continuing the strong relationships.” While moral and ideological incentives have been used as a criticism o volun- While volunteers may come and go, some organizations do have sta that live tourism, those are also arguments made in favour o the potential benefi ts o permanently in the area and contribute consistently to projects. voluntourism trips. These motivations may come from a desire for cross-cultural exchange or to improve the quality o life for people facing greater hardship Thinking critically than those in wealthier societies, amongst other considerations. A defi ning component o many voluntourism experiences is the short-term na- “Having a renewed appreciation, having a better understanding o what the ture o trips, which makes it easier for larger numbers o people to contribute. majority o the world endures and the incredible amount o community they Whether or not a volunteer can engage with underlying issues and make a real have,” are ways in which volunteers will benefi t from these experiences, said impact during the span o a few weeks or months is an important consideration McPhedran. for volunteers and organizations alike. She continued, “The trip isn’t the end o a journey, it’s really just the start. The Taylor argues that most trips aren’t set up to have volunteers engage at a high start o becoming a global citizen, the start o seeing that world and understand- level with a region’s underlying problem. “It’s not a space for critical thinking that you have a part to play.” ing, it’s mainly just a space for reinforcing old stereotypes. They don’t want to Opportunities for engaging with local issues and people, something that isn’t make the volunteer feel uncomfortable by saying ‘these are prob- coordinated by every organization, can also create relationships that may spark lems that you are causing,’” he said. deeper levels o involvement. The education and discussion opportunities that Wallace said that “because o the contacts that I made,” she felt a connection take place while learning abroad or during a vol- to the placement and was encouraged to return to continue addressing existing untourism experience can be highly impactful in problems. addressing this. Additionally, while the impact may vary, it can also be a highly formative At the root o whether the positives out- learning experience for volunteers. For Taylor, though he wasn’t entirely satis- weigh the negatives o an experience is i “stu- fi ed with the experience, he did see some benefi ts to the local population and it dents have an opportunity to be really pre- helped him realize where his skills and interests could best be utilized. pared,” according to Benham Rennick. She “That experience kind o made me want to work with maybe a more local or- suggested that courses can be useful for those ganization because working abroad is a lot more problematic than I originally taking trips through school settings. thought,” he said. Benham Rennick added that experiences can “I don’t think we can write o voluntourism altogether,” added Morris. “I go- be more positive “when they have a lot o oping on one o these trips … gets [volunteers] thinking and gets them onto a path portunities to refl ect on why they’re going and o pursuing development studies or something like that, perhaps that is worth what they’re doing and when they are taught to i t .” have a sense o their own smallness in the experience … that they’re going simply to learn An undefi ned experience from other people.” The ambiguity o voluntourism makes its efectiveness difi cult to evaluate. McPhedran believes that volunteers can de- For each critique or benefi t raised, there is an example o an organization that velop a deep, contextual understanding, even doesn’t match these considerations. Difering priorities o organizations com- in the span o a few weeks, when a framework plicates what may seem like a simple desire to help others. is in place for discussion and learning. Perhaps, however, where the initiative can start is at home. At the root o the “We do a lot and we talk about it. And that’s learning experience volunteers can have when travelling, according to McPhe- kind o the important thing, that leadership dran, is a realization that “we’ve got to change how we live here to better meet and that education piece we never let slide,” the abilities for everyone around the world.” she explained. Where, and in what way you decide to impact the world is limitless. For those who advocate for travelling abroad Choose wisely. as a way o learning about and addressing

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Life Editor Carly Basch Life [email protected]

stephanie truong gRAphiCS EDitOR ‘College crack’ more harmful than helpful The stress of finals have some students turning to Adderall and Ritalin for misguided help to stay focused vanessa tharen believes the pills work for studying. North America with some data sug- helping students skip sleep for Despite the risks, many students StAff WRitER However second-year sociol- gesting that Laurier generally falls at years, so what’s the difference with still swear by these drugs when it ogy student Emily Richardson the lower end. these drugs? McKay described how comes to studying. The answer to The pressures of university can at has a contradicting view. “If you The high percentage of students students often misinterpret what why some students are so adamant times seem overbearing. Within one don’t have a prescription for it, you across Canada looking for help in sleep deprived really means. on its positive effects is that they semester, students are faced with shouldn’t be taking it. It’s all in your the form of a pill led to some other “Staying awake is a very real out- may not knowingly have undiag- countless assignments, mid-terms head anyways,” she said. facts that affect those who do not come,” he said. “These drugs have nosed ADD or ADHD themselves. and extra-curricular activities, all Richardson believes that the posi- suffer from ADD or ADHD. been used in work places like truck “These ideas are so contagious while attempting to balance in a so- tive effects are a myth and have no “If you don’t have undiagnosed driving and military personnel for because people believe this works, cial life. benefits towards students who do ADHD symptoms … these drugs years to help them stay awake for the only way I can explain this is For some students, relief comes not need to take Adderall in the first won’t help you,” said McKay when days, but students who sleep for five that there are small effects for peo- at the end of the semester when we place. asked to sum up the effects of the to six hours a night are not really ple with undiagnosed ADHD,” finally have a chance to relax. But There is a fine divide between drugs and the relevance it has in sleep deprived.” McKay explained, adding that if for others, the thought of taking a students who are for and against us- students without ADD or ADHD. McKay added that students are the drugs are legitimately aiding pill that is thought to focus their ating the drug for extra help who can- “They may keep you awake lon- better off getting a good night’s study it may be a signal of undiag- tention and inhibit study habits, is not properly explain the scientific ger but no scientific evidence sug- sleep rather than taking a drug like nosed ADHD and in that case, the ideal. reasons behind taking a drug in or- gests that they help normal, healthy, Adderall or Ritalin. With the hope student should seek the help of a So what is this magic pill that will der to enhance one’s performance. young people to become smarter.” of staying awake all night being the psychologist. solve all of our academic problems? Despite students’ thoughts for Does this mean the pill works as only positive effect, it is possible Unlike coffee, Ritalin and Ad- Often referred to as “college personal use, many do not know ac- a placebo effect, providing nothing students are ignoring what long- derall possess much more than crack”, some students use the pre- curate information connected to the but confidence when students are term effects these drugs can have on a caffeine boost. But all they re- scription known as Adderall and side effects and science behind the stressing over getting a good grade? their bodies. ally produce is the ability to stay Ritalin, are known to treat Attention drug. This could lead to some seri- Not quite. Students are notorious for placing awake, with the risk of deeper health Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Atten- ous consequences if they abuse it. The reason students may be so health on the lower end of the prior- problems. tion Hyperactive Deficit Disorder Laurier professor Bruce McKay, quick to use Adderall is the fact that ity list and according to McKay, mis- With these “study drugs” popping (ADHD) in diagnosed children and who teaches a course on drugs and it keeps them awake. A common using Adderall and Ritalin can lead up all over campus it is easy to fall adults. behaviour, was able to shed light on characteristic of the drug is that it to a cardiovascular-related problem into the idea of an easier way to do “Some of my friends have tried the real facts of Adderall and Ritalin. keeps you up for hours, which may by increasing a person’s blood pres- well in school. However it is impor- it and think it’s a good thing if you According to McKay, the range of be why students are interpreting it sure and heart rate. tant to note that, scientifically, there want to study,” said Nick Fattore, students that use Adderall is usually as a study enhancer. “These are not drugs to be fooled is no cognitive enhancement from a third-year science student who between five to 35 per cent across Coffee and Redbull have been with,” McKay warns. Ritalin and Adderall.

stephanie truong gRAphiCS EDitOR Dress to beat exam stress make your life easier. the student population. From trade shows to weddings brieanne berry For example, during exams I These are the rare times when it’s fAShiON COLuMNiSt to cultural festivals, this live in black leggings, beanies and not impolite to wear hats indoors, program offers the unique It’s that time of the year again, ex- sweaters because I have several op- so take that hood off your head and ams. The time where sleep is for the tions to choose from in my closet. embrace it. Along with scarves, this skills you need to launch your weak and only the strongest manage It’s not the most creative look, but is an easy way to accessorize an out- career as an event coordinator, to shower on a regular basis. at least I know I have five to six fit and look put-together even when account representative, Between fighting for study space items that I can continually rotate you really just rolled out of bed five on campus and reserving energy, through. And I can stay focused on minutes ago. corporate meeting planner most students often opt to throw my studies. or many other exciting fashion out the window and go to Make over-sized cloth- career opportunities. school wearing sweats. Abuse your right to ing your best friend Here’s my personal philosophy: wear yoga pants When in doubt, wear something if you dress with a purpose, you will Not only that but embrace yoga two to three sizes too big. My favou- feel motivated. pants. They’re stretchy, comfort- rite cardigan to study in is from the Whenever I leave my apartment able and you can even sneak in a men’s section at H&M. It’s warm, in my sweatpants, the only motiva- five-minute nap in them if needed. oversized and can be worn with tion I have is to get my errands done It’s the easiest way to cheat getting anything. EVENT within 30 minutes so I can return ready without having to put in a lot Find that shirt, sweater or car- to my bed and watch something on of effort. digan and run with it. No one likes MANAGEMENT Netflix. Unfortunately gentlemen, I’m still to feel suffocated, especially when The same goes for exams, I can’t unsure what the male equivalent they’ve been sitting in the same spot POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE sit for hours on end in my sweat- of leggings are (Chinos? Khakis?) for over six hours. pants staring at my textbook with- so you are allowed a pass for the Give yourself some space to out trying to figure out how I can sweatpants and Laurier hoodie that breathe and hide unwanted weight nap and read at the same time. you will most likely wear from Dec. gain from all that stress eating you So in order to keep the motiva- 3 until the end of finals. But serious- find yourself doing. tion going throughout the month of ly, leave the jeans at home. December, I’ve made a list of help- Be temperature-aware ful hints on dressing for those long Invest in headwear The temperature around campus hours of studying. Beanies, berets, turbans and head- can range between stifling hot to bands, oh my! If you’ve hit the point freezing cold. The best solution is to Find a formula of extreme bedhead, grab a hat and layer set and then remove items as Just like it’s best to find a true study keep it moving. you see fit. There’s nothing worse business.humber.ca/postgrad method, figuring out what you want Just because you’ve stopped car- than trying to study when your body to wear ahead of time during those ing about your hair doesn’t mean temperature is out of wack. days of cramming will definitely you have to expose that to the rest of Good luck with studying. THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 life • 13 Easy gift ideas Gifts put a strain on budgeting, but Cord Life shows you how to save a few dollars kylie conner or ribbons on the jar add enough cORD lIFE festivity to make the person appreciative of the gift. It lasts you for The holidays are coming up, which a decent amount of time and after means once again, we’ll need to they’re done they can rinse the ma- make some expenses. This can be a son jar and use it for something else. difficult time for students who are on a tight budget but still need to get Gift idea #2: Custom- a little something for their family ized coffee mug and friends. If the gift receivers have A customized coffee mug is another said that all they want for Christmas cute homemade gift that is extreme- is ‘you’ then you’re set. ly easy. Buy a plain white mug, get However, life is not a Mariah Car- a sharpie, write or draw on what- ey song. So to prevent us from sing- ever you want and then bake it in the ing the blues from financial woes, oven for half an hour at 350°f so the here are some money-saving tips marker won’t smudge. in order to still spread the holiday This gift is super inexpensive and cheer. your family or friend will have a An easy way to save some money one-of-a-kind mug made by you. kate turner phOTOgRAphY MANAgER around the holidays is to give out homemade presents. This means it’s Gift idea #3: The sur- time for you to get crafty and chan- vival kit nel those inner creative skills that If arts and crafts aren’t your forte, The Carnivore’s Conundrum: have been tucked away from having don’t worry there’s another option. to do school work. Take a trip to the drugstore and pick Homemade gifts often end up up a few things that you know they’ll meaning more to the person you need. Items like a razor, body wash, give it to because you spent the time candy bars or magazines are appre- Japanese Cooking making it just for them. ciated since we are always in need of them. Internet searching, some teriyaki Another major benefit of Japa- Gift idea #1: Custom- Don’t stop there, though. It’s all sauce and a bag of bok choy, I could nese cooking is that, it is quite inex- ized hot chocolate about presentation. You can pick up get pretty close. pensive. Noodles are cheap, and rice holder a small basket or bucket and some The first thing to discuss when is even cheaper. This gift was given to me last year tissue paper from the dollar store. looking at this diet is tea. Green tea But, let’s just pause for a second and I loved it. All you have to do is Throw it all together and you have a helps with digestion and is full of and talk about Ramen noodles. buy some hot chocolate powder and survival kit that’s practical and af- anti oxidants. It tastes great without Yes, they are a staple of student life. a mason jar to hold the powder, and fordable. Since you put the effort in spencer dunn any added sugar or milk and, as it Even I have stacks of Mr. Noodle decorate it. to the presentation it, won’t look last STAFF WRITER contains very little caffeine it can be on reserve, should my groceries not Simple things like putting a bow minute - even if it is. consumed right before bed, but after last. But Ramen noodles are incred- a meal is preferable. ibly bad for you. No matter how easy Konnichiwa! This week in the Car- Stir-fry is something I made a lot it is to make them, you have to avoid nivore’s Conundrum I tried my hand of this week, and is popular in Japan. them. at Japanese cooking. Now, as a 6”2, Udon noodles or rice can be used There’s a small coating of wax white, I am not Japanese in the least, and it is a perfect opportunity to get that goes onto the noodles. Eventu- so cooking food that was not in my all of your vegetable servings. ally when it gets into your system, comfort zone was a challenge to say At most grocery stores they sell that coating of wax builds up in your the least. mixed stir-fry veggies. They come arteries and veins. Japanese cooking is flavourful in a bag and are easy to add to any Not so tempted to boil a bottle of and for the most part, healthy. There sauce in a wok or frying pan to make water and eat a package Mr. Noo- is a great book to check out called a delicious stir-fry. dles now? Didn’t think so. Japanese Women Don’t Get Old or Fat A Japanese diet also relies heav- Well, as they say, “another week by Naomi Moriyama, which was the ily on seafood. Fortunately, salmon, another yen”. Next week I’ll be source I used as ideas, to cook most and other fish, are very good for you. embodying TV’s Ron Swanson of my meals. Most fish contain healthy omega-3 and embracing my inner manly It discussed the benefits of tradi- fatty acids. man. tional Japanese diets and how they Unfortunately, fish can be quite Maybe it’s this ‘moustache’ that’s have been bastardized by Western expensive, and hard to manage on crawling across my face, but I’m in fast food. a student budget. Shrimp is a good the mood for some red meat. Unfortunately, I cannot travel to substitute; although it may be pricey See you next time for a special Japan and eat accurate tradition- at first, a bag of shrimp goes a long viewing of 700 Pounds starring Will cristina rucchetta lEAD phOTOgRAphER al Japanese food, but with a little way. Smith. Time to celebrate ‘treat yo’ self’ Need a pick-me-up? Thanks to pop culture, there’s a new holiday for students to enjoy

plate you are already dealing with. of gourmet cupcakes. I continued gage to carry for exam periods it is In spite of the hectic times, pro- my “treat yo’ self” by curling up on safe to acknowledge that no one crastination has proven to become the couch to watch old episodes of should feel guilty for wanting to a wasteful yet valuable tool in or- my guilty pleasure Gossip Girl (sea- take time away from their textbooks YO der to get me through this mini and son one). If that wasn’t enough, the to add some light and cheer to temporary hellhole. Upon my re- grand finale consisted of buying an themselves. cent viewings of Parks and Recreation, outfit to wear to a holiday party in We all deserve to be treat- WAY carly basch a very wise and comedic man (Aziz December. ed special once in a while YOGURT lIFE EDITOR Ansari) entered the screen and an- While it is stressed that we must despite whether or not nounced a phrase that I would im- be balanced in making sure we save we finished that mediately put into effect. That money and stay on track to make paper or studied There is not a student on this entire phrase was “Treat yo’ self!”. sure we get things done on time, the enough for campus that can say this month of “Treat yo’ self” is the day where most important and valuable made that final essays and exams has been a cheery you can do anything you want in up holiday is “treat yo’ self“ day. exam. one. In fact, for many it has been the order to make yourself happy. It’s Giving yourself that opportunity to most dreadful time trying to keep the ultimate hall-pass for students splurge, indulge and pamper your- our sanity, energy and minds intact. dying to add some excitement and self is crucial. How can you contin- While it is something that we all happiness to their stressed out work ue your work if you feel like a pile of suffer and endure together, it can’t schedules. This half hour of pro- crap? be ignored that the stress and state crastination added some valuable This self-proclaimed and of depression caused from academ- enlightenment on what needed to be made up special holiday ic deadlines tend to become quite done next, and it wasn’t going back has been a blessing to tiresome. to writing that essay. my mental health and And that’s just singling out aca- Jumping out of bed, throwing on staying sane dur- demics. We forget that as humans, an outfit that was not an ensemble ing this stressful there are emotional things that hap- of sweat pants and a flannel shirt, I time. While pen outside our lectures that take a decided that it was time to put the we all have toll on us. laptop down and engage in my own our own Friendship, relationships or fam- version of “treat yo’ self”. bag- ily issues or just making sure you Before I knew it, I was waltz- YoYo’s Yogurt Café Waterloo have enough clean underwear and ing around Uptown Waterloo with 255 King Street North (Across from Morty’s Pub) food to get you through the week are a hot cup of DAVIDsTEA, a bag full yoyosyogurtcafe.com enough to weigh down the heavy of delicious groceries and a box 14 • THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012

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TREVOR HERRELL audio book. Each song leads per- CORD ARTS fectly into the next track, connect- ing the album from the fi rst song to Macklemore & Ryan the last. “The Art o Peer Pressure” Lewis feat. Fences – details his past and how he would “Otherside” (Remix) go around the city with his friends Everyone knows about Mackel- looking for trouble. However, this more’s “Thrit Shop” by now, and wasn’t really who he was but who how he can get listeners and have a his friends made him become. good time. However, he also has a serious side. This track has Mackl- Atmosphere emore talking about his own issues – “Sunshine” with drug abuse, specifi cally co- When you listen to Atmosphere, it’s deine and cough syrup, and telling more like listening to a story than a his listeners not to believe that the song. Atmosphere has been around world o hip hop is as fun as rappers since the mid 1990s and has stayed make it sound in their music. consistent on the underground scene. This is one o my favou- G-Eazy – “Mad” rite songs i I’m in a bad mood as it This artist began writing and pro- helps me think o a beautiful day. ducing his own material when he was a sophomore in college, and Kids These Days he loves combining hip hop with Not sure i this is technically hip NICK LACHANCE PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER old school ‘Doo Wop’ style beats hop, because there’s a lot more to ALIAS dancers practice at WLU days before the Ontario university competition for hip hop (OUCH). and background vocals. He’s pretty their music than just rap. They are much the only person in hip hop like the evolution o The Roots; a with this style right now and he’s live hip-hop act who are also highly making it sound good. infl uenced by jazz and classic rock. This is defi nitely a band that will get ALIAS takes OUCH Logic – “Young Sinatra your heart racing. III” —cover That really inspired me to come here beyond simply competing to foster a Logic takes a lot o classic beats, The King’s Dead – “No to Laurier and do the same thing,” passion for the art o dance. manipulates them and puts his own Peace in a Rebel” o their comfort zones. The result, he said. “It’s hurtful to see a lot o dancers spin on the lyrics. Lots o his lyrics Formerly known as The Dean’s List, however, was an energetic perfor- A newcomer to campus, Tran was go out there and do it for the wrong make you laugh out loud and he’s this trio out o Boston has evolved mance that held the crowd’s atten- fortunate enough to meet three up- reason,” said Tran. good at switching up his delivery into a band that focuses more on tion throughout the almost three per-year students who helped him “I want to come into this commu- to keep you interested through the original music than their former minute routine. bring Alias to life. nity and be like, you know, hip hop, whole song. Probably one o my fa- frat-rap style. Their production is all Comprised o nine undergrad “It’s kind o a mixed feeling only especially hip hop, or any dance, it’s vourite lyricists right now, I think done in-house and does not sample students, including Tran, Alias was because it is my fi rst year, I have to not about showcasing, it’s express- it’s only a matter o time before he any existing songs to the best o my formed at the end o September stick my foot in the door and be like, ing what you love to do, what you’re blows up. knowledge. These guys are defi nite- and has only been rehearsing for a I just gotta do it, I just need to stick desires and passions are.” ly worth a listen. month and a half. my head in it, go all out,” he said. Through his crew at home, Tran Kendrick Lamar – “The Placing at OUCH was a testa- Adriana Doncillo, Michael Tam has built strong connections to the Art of Peer Pressure” Check out Trevor’s hip ment to their dedication and love o and Tony Kartalianakis, all mem- thriving hip hop scene down the Another rapper everyone seems to hop show, Verses from dance; qualities Tran always hopes bers o the crew, take care o Alias’ road at the neighbouring UW. be talking about right now, and for the Abstract, Thursday at to inspire when choreographing and administration, sponsorship and fi - His goal is to bridge the gap be- good reason. Lamar’s album is put 9P.M. on radiolaurier.com leading classes. nances enabling Tran to focus on vi- tween the two schools to create a together so well and is more like an Entering the hip hop world in sual direction and choreography. community o mutual support free 2008, Tran joined a crew in his With the competition done, Alias o animosity. hometown o Mississauga and was plans to focus on recouping their Only a semester into univer- fortunate enough to represent Can- costs by hosting a variety o work- sity life, Tran is well on his way to ada two years in a row at the World shops on campus. achieving his goals and is looking Hip Hop Championships in Las Ve- Having already led one last week, forward to what the next four (or gas. Here he learned under the pio- Tran was impressed by the turnout fi ve) years will bring. neers o the scene. ater only three days o promoting “Being a fi rst year student and do- Acne “I really had a great opportu- his class. ing all o this, it’s such a humbling nity to soak in and absorb so much Signifying the growth potential experience. And it’s so crazy, it’s so knowledge from these pioneers and for a dynamic hip hop community unreal. I couldn’t feel more blessed + Accutane really take in what true hip hop is. on campus, Tran hopes to move to be able to do this,” he fi nished. Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Tolerance in the industry A look at the growing acceptance of homosexuality in hip-hop

Accutane, a drug used for patients with a genre that has been synonymous rapper who has been on many tracks with intolerance and hate-speech where homophobic slurs were used, severe acne, has been associated for years. commented on Ocean’s confession The admission came only one in a recent interview. with causing InflammatoryInflammatory short week before the release o “When I was growing up, you Bowel Disease, Crohn’s his debut album. Tyler, the creator, could never do that and announce shock rapper and skilled controver- that. No one would step up to sup- Disease and Colitis. LIZ SMITH sialist, is an integral part o the Odd port you,” he said, making a com- STAFF WRITER Future collective. ment on the changing ideologies in Fans wondered how he would re- hip-hop. Yet, Ocean’s recent news “I I was gay, I’d think hip hop hates act to the news o Ocean’s bisexu- was met with overwhelming sup- Legate & Associates LLP and Harrison me,” raps Mackelmore on a track ality. In a show o solidarity, Tyler port from the public. There has been from The Heist, his recent debut stu- was quick to vocalize his support o negative backlash too, but many Pensa LLP, have joined forces to accept dio release.”Have you seen the You- Ocean. Tweeting jokingly (and af- found their hate falling on dea ears. clients who have been diagnosed with Tube comments lately?” fectionately) about the news and Even Eminem, once widely vili- With lyrics that point a fi nger at later saying in an interview that fi ed for his hateful lyrics and pen- Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn’s Disease the intolerance o a “culture founded he’d known for a long time and was ance to throw around words like or Colitis, as a result of their experience with from oppression,” the Seattle rapper proud that Ocean had found the for- “faggot” as though discussing the is part o the growing minority o titude to come out publicly. weather, has, in recent years, formed Accutane or its generic equivalents. rappers and hip-hop artists with a Snoop Dogg, an old-school a rare and close public friendship clear sense o social responsibility with Elton John — a man who’s and tolerance. hardly been subtle about his sexual Frank Ocean, known for both his orientation. Contact us for a free consultation solo project, Channel Orange (2012) It would seem that the industry is 1-888-557-0447 or [email protected] and work with the alternative rap taking necessary and overdue steps collective Odd Future, took the in- to support the talented, gay mem- dustry by surprise in July when he bers o their community and is en- Please visit us online posted a rambling love letter con- couraging an attitude o openness. fession about his fi rst love; another Hopefully, as record sales o so- accutanelawsuit.ca man. cially conscious rappers rise, we can “I don’t have any secrets I need eradicate the false notion the indus- kept anymore. I feel like a free try has perpetuated; that being gay AccutaneLawsuitCanada @AccutaneLawCan man,” the crooner spilled. is a handicap o some kind. That’s A bomb had dropped on fans o ADELE PALMQUIST CORD INTERN good news for all o us.

LEGA0048_AccutaneUniAd_FA.indd 1 12-11-05 11:20 AM THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 ARTS • 15 What to Sharing the diversity of animation CCE Editor HG Watson and Cord contributor Emma Baumann review the WFAC do in K-W Over three days in November, the “It has always been to try and For this year’s festival, Chen has Waterloo Festival for Animated show the diversity o the storytelling gathered together an array o fi lms Nov. 22 Cinema (WFAC) will show o the and the diversity o the visual arts,” that really demonstrate how diverse “It is about the fact that Kitchener Music Festival: whole scope o the animated fi lm said Chen. “[It’s about the] ambition the animated fi lm world is. “For us Crystalyne medium, playing movies from o the single animator who struck this is an opportunity to bring stu a very humble group Maxwell’s Music House, $10, 7 p.m. across the globe. Chosen for the fest out there to do their own fi lm, all the here so audiences in the Waterloo were fi lms that ranged from colour- way to the studios who create these Region can discover fi lms for our- o artists out there are QUADROPHENIA ful anime with feel-good storylines, [fi lms] across all the countries.” selves,” he said. WFAC is an unusual Princess Cinemas, $10, 9p.m. to somber depictions o the weak- Chen is eager for audiences to ap- stop on the animated fi lm festival trying to tell the story ness o humanity. preciate the variety o fi lms that ex- circuit as it allows audiences to ac- Nov. 23 In 2002 WFAC was just a few ist in the animation community. tually enjoy screenings as opposed in exactly the way they F ‘n’M Presents: Shawn Byfi eld hip- University o Waterloo students “It’s a medium and not a genre,” to smaller fests that focus more on hop workshop getting together to watch Japanese he pointed out, noting that anything the industry side o animation. want to.” Concourse; $5-$8, 1p.m. anime fi lms. Ten years later, cura- from drama to comedy to documen- “It is all about the fact that a very tor and founder Joseph Chen fi nds tary has appeared in animated form. humble group o artists out there —Joseph Chen, Curator and Founder, Laurier Free Film Series presents: himsel dealing with several inter- “In terms o media production to- trying to tell the story in exactly the WFAC An Education national premieres and playing host day, 22 per cent is strictly based ani- way they want to,” said Chen. “This BA201; FREE, 7p.m. to world-renowned animators and mation. We don’t even count visual is a beautiful form [for it].” directors. e fects.” Nov. 24 Kitchener Music Festival; Jesse Labelle The Tragedy of Man the end o the day, it’s her story. Chrysalids Theatre, 6:30 p.m. The fi lm The Tragedy o Man, based It’s about growing up and deal- on the poem by Hungarian playing with pain that is far too adult to Dzeko & Torres wright Imre Madach, was nothing grapple with. I thought animation Beta; $5, 10p.m. short o spectacular. The poem is re- was meant to be big colourful fun, quired reading in Hungary and fol- not a heartfelt mediation. Call me Nov. 26 lows Adam and Eve as they traverse when Ice Age 5 is in theatres. WAC Presents: On the Rocks history — from Ancient Eg§pt and –HG Watson Death Valley’s Little Brother; FREE, Rome to the French Revolution — in 8 p.m. search o the meaning o life a ter being enticed by Lucifer. Also featured at the fest Nov. 27 Production started in 1988 and it DVBBS and USS took director Marcell Jankovics 25 BABLEDOM Turret Nightclub, $15, 9 p.m. years to raise the necessary funds Attention urban dwellers: Bable- and create the fi lm. Yet this cin- dom is a highly experimental fi lm ematic work is arguably well worth made up o composite shots o the wait. cities all over the world as a way The long and fascinating journey o exploring urbanism. “It’s an Arts bites o Adam and Eve that eventually PHOTO COURTESY WATERLOO FESTIVAL FOR ANIMATED CINEMA intellectual’s look at cities and leads to a grim conclusion for the fu- A screenshot from Japanese anime fi lm A letter to Momo. urbanization,” notes Chen. ture o human kind, combined with The latest news in the incredible visual magnum opus go see an animated fi lm. One: that it at some points you’ll believe you’re Rainbow Firefl ies entertainment that is Jankovics’ work is thought will feature many celebrities voicing staring at a watercolour painting. Rainbow Firefl ies, the upli ting provoking and magnifi cent. cute animals. Two: That it will be You’ll think “perhaps this is sim- story o a young boy who travels Bye bye vampires Given the magnitude o this fi lm funny and full o fart jokes. ply the heir apparent to the fi lms o back in time a ter the death o his They have superpowers, they are it is easy to see why this director is I do not expect that animated Hiyao Miyazaki.” A ter all, A Letter father, a Japanese import. This immortal but most importantly — critically acclaimed worldwide. fi lms will be refl ections o grief. to Momo shares the fantastical ele- fi lm displays the talent o direc- they are so good looking they glitter –Emma Baumann I don’t want whimsical Japanese ments and coming o age story that tor Uda Kounosuke who can also in the sunlight. I think it’s safe to say guardian gods teaching me pro- defi ned Spirited Away. be credited with directing the everytime a Twilight movie comes A Letter to Momo. found life lessons about coping with Yet A Letter to Momo, about a popular Sailor Moon series. out, we are reminded that vampires What appeared to be an innocuously loss. I certainly do not want to be young girl who is le t wondering hit the genetic jackpot. charming animated Japanese fi lm reduced to a sobbing mess when what her father wanted to write in Arrugas (Wrinkles) This past Friday, thousands o instead turned out to be about how the titular Momo rises above adver- his last letter to her, is melancholy; Arrugas (Wrinkles) is a Spanish fans around Canada lined up to bid we deal with death when it rolls, as sity to fi nd reserves o strength she bittersweet in a way that is more o fi lm based on the award-win- a fi nal goodbye as they watched always, unexpectedly into our lives. didn’t even know she had. an adult fi lm by its serious tone. ning graphic novel Paco Roca and the last installment o the Twilight I wanted happy forest sprites danc- Oh sure, you’ll be drawn in by the There is plenty for the kids to en- tells the heartwarming and hu- saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2. Team ing and instead I got bitch slapped rather engaging characters and an joy — Momo fi nds hersel protected morous story o the friendship o Edward twihards can fi nally rest by reality. animation style that is so breath- by a trio o silly guardians sent from two male roommates living in a assured that their favourite blood- I have certain expectations when I takingly beautiful and intimate that Above (big ‘A’ intentional) — but at nursing home. sucking couple will have an eternity together. Lohan + Franco + R.E.M = eccentric overload The Cord is looking to exchange What do you get when the over- Lincoln: in review achieving “I do everything” celeb- ad space for Pizza each Tuesday. rity collaborates with the poster girl ANDREW SAVORY regarding the possibility o abolish- If you are interested in a contra for celebrity meltdowns? You get STAFF WRITER ing slavery in the midst o the Civil America’s most politically active War, and the mental strain o Lin- deal opportunity please contact rock-and-roll groups hiring you for coln’s role as president creating a Angela Endicott at their music video. distance between himsel and his [email protected] Last week, R.E.M released their loved ones. latest video for their song “Blue” As we have come to expect from a directed by James Franco starring Spielberg movie, the physical scale Lindsay Lohan. Seriously. Shot o Lincoln is immense, spanning exactly how you would imagine a across notable years in 19th century James Franco music video. The song American history. is accompanied by a montage o The cinematic element that avant-garde clips o road signs, old draws the most attention in the fi lm TVs and yes, Lindsay Lohan. though is the dreary lighting that Weird? Yes. Pretentious? Yes. Spielberg implements. Necessary? Not Really. Without a doubt the purpose o this e fect is to portray the bleak What to watch when Abraham Lincoln, the 16th presi- atmosphere o America in, argu- hibernating dent o the United States, was a man ably, her most politically and so- This week, three highly anticipated defi ned by several monumental vic- cially challenging, and bloodiest, fi lms launch o the fi lm-packed tories and decisions in American period o time when key issues such winter season. history. In Steven Spielberg’s latest as slavery polarized the Union and Silver Linings Playbook: The ro- fi lm, Lincoln, he paints a portrait o Confederates. As a whole, it is un- mantic comedy-drama stars two o Lincoln in the thick o the Civil War deniable that the movie is seeking to Hollywood’s ‘it’ celebrities, Brad- and the actions he took to lead the strike gold at the Oscars. ley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence. country through it; in particular, the However, even with fantastic cos- Tt’s received high praise holding a build-up and proceedings before tume design and convincing sets the 90 per cent “fresh” rating on Rotten his Emancipation Proclamation in transport the viewer to the 1860s, Tomatoes. 1863. the most pleasing aspect o the fi lm Life o Pi: Directed by Oscar win- Based on Lincoln’s 2005 biogra- is Day-Lewis’ tour de force perfor- ner Ang Lee, this fi lm is based on phy, Team o Rivals: The Political Genius mance as Lincoln. Yann Martel’s hit novel about the o Abraham Lincoln, written by Doris Time a ter time again we’ve seen spiritual journey o a young boy Kearns Goodwin, the fi lm is mainly Day-Lewis leave us ba fl ed with his stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger. a character study revolving around ability to truly transform himsel Rise o The Guardians: In spirit o Lincoln , played by Daniel Day- into his character roles. Pictures like the Holiday season, DreamWorks Lewis , and his cabinet including There Will Be Blood and Gangs o New Animations transformed beloved Thaddeus Stevens, William Seward York are prominent examples, and he jolly-old Saint Nick into a tough, and Ulysses S. Grant. out does himsel once again. Day- tattooed, action hero voiced by Alec The storyline sinks its teeth into Lewis is certain to, at the very least, Baldwin. two key confl icts: the strife Lincoln receive an Oscar nomination for – Compiled by Robin Daprato faces within the Republican Party best actor in 2013. 16 • THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Opinion Editor Devon Butler EDITORIAL [email protected]

Mental illness stigma not eliminated yet There has been a recent shit within popular discussion to engage with the topic o mental health and create a platform to discuss this increasingly signifi cant issue. Celebrities, athletes and musicians alike have come forward to publicly share their experiences with anxiety and depression in the hopes o lessening the stigma that haunts the estimated 350 million people who suffer from depression worldwide. While increased media coverage is certainly a positive progression in the de-stigmatization and creation o awareness o mental illness in society, it certainly does not entirely eliminate the negative feelings that still cloud those living everyday with a mental illness hanging over their heads. On Friday, Michael Landsberg, host o TSN’s ‘O the Record’ came to Laurier to share his very real experiences o battling depression. Being candid and comfortable talking about his mental health certainly infl u- enced others to do the same. This is signifi cant at universities where stress and anxiety become synonymous with the student life- style and according to Student Care Networks, nearly 600,000 students across Canada are prescribed antide- pressants. Yet, despite these statistics and inspirational fi gures with positive messages, it is unlikely that mental illness is respected as a serious illness in the real world. I an employee called in sick due to a panic attack or bout o depression it would rarely be treated with the same understanding as the fl u. When 20 per cent o Canadians are destined to suffer from serious depression at some point in their lives, society cannot simply assume mental illnesses are accepted just because it is the latest trend in the media. By saying there is no longer stigma against mental illness doesn’t make it true. We are still living in a world that has a lot to learn about the diseases and how to accommodate people forced to live with an illness many people still refuse to recognize as legitimate.

Laurier more than just a business school WADE THOMPSON VISUAL DIRECTOR With plans to build “Canada’s best business school” it’s evident that Laurier’s music, arts, science and graduate programs are no longer a top priority for the school. The war on social media While the university argues that the Global Innova- tion Exchange (GIE) building will meet the increasing enrolment in Laurier’s business programs, its sole in- While public input on global events is valuable, it can also incite hate tention is to raise the profi le o the business program by placing the majority o the university’s funds and fo- informed so they can help facilitate con- cus into the development o the building. structive, open dialogue rather than cre- While the $103 million dollar building will provide Are web 2.0 platforms like ating a hateful dichotomy between the facilities for those outside the business program, like a two sides. caé and study space, it will ultimately provide ameni- Facebook and Twitter re- I’m hopeful that people will become ties solely for those in the business school. as frustrated as me by the garbage dump As for the remaining, and seemingly less important ally enabling positive social that is their newsfeed, and will be more programs in Laurier’s eyes, they will get access to the AMY GRIEF and political discussion? critical o the information that they business schools discarded buildings. ARTS EDITOR choose to share. While the Schlegel and Peters buildings will provide Further, for the fi rst time ever a war is much needed space for our overcrowded campus, it Like most students, I get the majority being waged through social media as the should not be used as a means to prove Laurier’s fair- o my information about international Israeli Defense Force (IDF) and Pales- ness in selecting which programs will receive the most events from the web, and more fre- tinian militant groups tweet updates in support. quently social media. real time. The slogan alone o building “Canada’s best business By following a variety o news outlets As overseas spectators o the confl ict, school” excludes the rest o the university. They are not on Twitter, I can quickly gain multiple we become privy to carefully mediated concerned with building one o Canada’s best schools, perspectives about emerging stories. information stemming directly from the but rather, decided that those in business should have And i something piques my interest, I two opposing forces. more opportunities. can click a link to get a more in-depth With the confl ict unraveling in real- While it is always worthwhile to boost the national understanding o certain worldly go- time through Twitter, as the IDF and reputation o our school, it should not be at the cost o ings-on. Palestinian militants interestingly re- shiting academic balance. Post-secondary institutions Perhaps I’ve been spending too much spond to each other’s tweets, the events should be well-rounded and ofer a range o programs time online in a desperate attempt to status or low-quality image (that looks become easier to follow as they’re dis- equally supported by the university. put-o my mounting piles o school- like it was created on Microsot Paint) seminated through a medium much We must recognize that the university is nothing work, but it seems as i it’s becoming really the best way to make a political more relevant to a younger demograph- more than a corporation, at some point their empha- more difi cult to navigate between legit- statement? ic. sis needs to shit from prioritizing what programs will imate sources and errant spam. Further, many o the images currently Perhaps this is why my newsfeed has attract the most money to what programs will ensure Social media is lauded as a democ- being shared are un-sourced, diminish- become so polarized. Instead o rely- Laurier’s reputation exceeds being known for only one ratizing force on the World Wide Web. ing their validity and power as a political ing on traditional news sources, young thing. Bear with me through my communi- message. people can navigate through their social cation studies jargon, but are Web 2.0 When you post on Facebook or Twit- networks to gain information. -The Cord Editorial Board platforms like Facebook and Twitter, re- ter, or other social media sites, you are As news outlets are largely regulated, ally enabling positive social and political putting information into the public there is a sense o legitimacy behind discussion? sphere. Hashtags and hyperlinks con- what they release, despite any biases Or are these sites, in the words o one tribute to the global conversation sur- that may be present. o my professors, becoming toxic waste- rounding events. Social media is open to anyone, so the These unsigned editorials are based o informal discussions lands, which incite hate and lead to a Your posts act as a lens through onus falls on the user to fi lter through and then agreed upon by the majori o The Cord’s editorial dizzying sense o information overload which your friends and followers can the information that they receive. board, including the Editor-in-Chie and Opinion Editor. The for all users. gain a glimpse o your perspective on The user must distinguish what’s rel- arguments made may reference any facts that have been made In light o the rising tensions between the confl ict because i you aren’t trying evant, and this becomes increasingly available through interviews, documents or other sources. The Israel and Gaza, it seems as i the latter to make a statement, why post some- difi cult due to the seemingly infi nite views presented do not necessarily refl ect those o The Cord’s is becoming true. thing in the fi rst place? amount o available information. volunteers, sta or WLUSP. My newsfeed is fi lled with hate-fi lled I’m not advocating for people to stop To begin remedying this information memes, comics and infographs from posting about the confl ict. In fact, the overload, we, individual users, can be- wannabe pundits on both sides o the very idea that all people (with access to come critical o what we’re sharing to The Cord is published by confl ict. the internet) can make a statement is ensure that we’re fostering constructive Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications. I understand that people want to rather exciting. criticism and discussion rather than bla- Contact Emily Frost, WLUSP President and Publisher show solidarity with the side they sup- However, individual statements, tant hate. University Ave.W, Waterloo ON NL C port, but is sharing a vaguely emotional posts and Tweets should be well [email protected] THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 • 1 7

Opinion Editor Devon Butler OPINION [email protected] Bachelor’s degree not for everyone Pressure to obtain a university degree from employers deters people from gaining hands-on experience

career. fi rst place. They need job experi- So, for a third o us, the academic ence. They need internships and part o university is nothing more companies willing to hire candi- than a piece o paper on gradua- dates for who they are and what they tion day. can learn to do, not because they But, the employers make us do scraped by for four years. it, so we do. Students go thousands Schools could accept fewer stu- LEAH DEJONG o dollars into debt, and spend four dents and raise the requirements for OPINION COLUMNIST stressful years in school so they can those they do accept. I less bach- pass an employer’s test and get a elor’s degrees are churned out o the ‘good’ job. university factory each year then Everyone should have the opportu- It’s assumed that a bachelor’s de- more jobs open up to everyone. nity to go to university, but not ev- gree will ensure students get better Jobs that teach the skills you need, eryone should feel they have to. paying jobs. Statistically, a gradu- whether or not you have the de- More oten than not, a bachelor’s ate’s unemployment rate is lower, gree. Jobs that don’t put the nation’s degree is obtained merely for the and they have a better chance o young adults into debt they will be fact that it’s become a gate-keeper reaching management positions. paying o for a decade. into a “real job.” Between 2001 and 2006, the More internships could open up Although a bachelor’s degree is a number o people with bachelor’s and the stigma behind a college de- requirement for most jobs, it could degrees grew by 24 per cent and that gree could be removed. be argued that it’s not technically number is continuously increas- A bachelor’s degree can stay necessary. ing. Already, people are saying that with those who want jobs that ac- A new employee will learn more a bachelor’s degree is the new high tually require them, and masters on the job than they ever learned in school diploma. and PhDs can remain for those who school. In fact, many jobs don’t care As more students graduate with love, research rather than the status what kind o degree the candidate degrees, they become more com- seekers. has, as long as they have one. mon, and the guarantee o a job The crux o the matter is that I the cards are played right, a once associated with a university learning for the sake o learning is chemistry major can get a business education drops. Ater all, a degree fantastic. I that’s why you’re get- job; which seems ridiculous that is only as valuable as its rarity. ting a degree then you’re the person they even bothered to get the degree So now, people are starting to PhDs were made for. i the job is not in that fi eld. turn to a masters degree. Even those But i you’re the person who’s at Bachelor’s degrees have become with no real interest in research. school because the end goal is a job, gatekeepers, a litmus test to check Once again, the motto is ‘anything then what are you really getting out an applicant’s mettle. to stand out and prove I’m more o this besides a piece o paper? The idea that the degree certifi es qualifi ed.’ School can teach us science or the candidate completed a task that Perhaps the cycle will continue; they can let us be scientists. They required some efort, can at least and one day we’ll wake up to a world can show us how to write a novel or string a sentence together and has where a large chunk o society is let us be writers. some sort o educated background. sporting shiny PhDs in order to get School can show us how to plan a It’s more o a character test than hired. There’s no real end to the cy- business or they can let us be busi- a content one; a guarantee o a cle i we let it continue. ness owners. few basic qualities the employer is So, what i we stopped making Learn the theory, then the job or searching for. a bachelor’s degree a requirement learn the theory through the job. The irony is that on average 45 for jobs that don’t actually require Perhaps we should re-examine the per cent o students do not demon- them? latter before we’re living in a world strate signifi cant improvement in Although cutting o a chunk o where a bachelor’s degree is akin to their learning in their fi rst two years, students from the university expe- elementary school and everyone has and 36 per cent don’t show any over rience seems grim, they don’t need a PhD. their entire four year university that expensive piece o paper in the [email protected] ALEX WATSON GRAPHICS ARTIST Letters to the Editor Centre for Women attendance. is accepted by their initial beliefs, to brat, please do not call yoursel a in Science deserves Including the admirable Melissa question the world they live in. scientist, we are not appreciative o recognition Franklin, the fi rst female physics As it is, ignorance could be con- that afi liation. professor at Harvard University, to sidered the enemy o knowledge –Jill Nichols Dear Editor, speak and meet with us. as those who possess it chose not In the Dear Life section there was Now, I’m apparently not a real to see beyond it. The tactful young Letter policy an ever-so classy comment about woman in science (whether that writer possess enough for all the Letters must not exceed 250 words. In- how Women in Science was an ab- means I’m either not a real woman women in the science department. clude your full name and telephone num- solute joke and it was signed by a or I’m not in a real science I’m not So I leave you with this piece o ber. Letters must be received by 12:00 true woman in science. To her com- entirely sure yet) but neither is she. advice; I sincerely hope you are p.m. noon Monday via e-mail to letters@ Like The Cord ment I had quite a chuckle. A true scientist is one that seeks reading this miss Real Female Sci- thecord.ca. The Cord reserves the right to As a volunteer at the event, I truth and knowledge to fi nd the an- entist as that the next time you edit for length and clari or to reject any on Facebook saw many more than ten people in swers regardless o whether or not it make yoursel out to be an ignorant letter. 18 • OPINION THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 Atheism is a legitimate belief system If freedom of religion is tolerated in society than identifying yourself as an atheist should also be respected

At various times in my life, I have had friends and co-workers who’ve held a wide range of religious beliefs. Even though I do not believe in any particular religion, I do respect all the faiths which my colleagues CHADWICK WHEELER may have. But, at times, I find some OPINION COLUMNIST religious people encroaching upon my freedom from religion. The most recent example comes I am an atheist. I am proud of my from my summer employment. A beliefs, but there are many people in discussion of my co-worker’s re- my life who have condemned me for ligion came up and they inquired my choice. which religion I followed. As Canadian citizens, we all hold When I revealed that I was not the freedom of religion, whereby religious, my co-worker became fo- we may decide which religion we cused on recruiting me into her own follow. faith. However, many people forget that Although I demonstrated that I religious freedom also includes free- was uninterested, this individual dom from religion. A right I wish continued to provide me with de- more people would respect. tails about religious literature and Although I am not a religious videos to watch on YouTube. man, I do acknowledge the im- She would tell me I needed to portance of religion in our soci- “save my soul.” The pressure contin- ety. It can provide people with a ued to the point that I needed to let sense of hope, especially in times of my manager know so they could in- adversity. form her to stop. Religion allows for the building of People need to understand that a community and the creation of re- when others are unaffiliated with a lationships. Some people require re- religion it is likely for a reason. Not ligion to explain the existence of the having a religion does not make us world and create faith in an afterlife. free agents open to recruitment. Nonetheless, I find it unfair that nICK LACHAnCE PhOTOgRAPhY MANAgER Many of us have considered reli- un-religious individuals are often By pressuring non-religious people to join yours, you are not respecting their freedom of choice. gion, but made the decision not to pressured or scrutinized for their include it within our lives. By pres- lack of faith. family gets upset when I defy Catho- not pressure me to participate in re- what do you believe in?” I respond- suring us to join your faith, you Although most of my family are lic traditions. ligious ceremonies. ed, with the universe. Instead of intrude upon our freedom from devout Catholics, my mother de- One of the most difficult times to I would never criticise anybody pondering my response, it quickly religion. cided not to baptise me when I was stick to my beliefs occurred at my for their belief in a religion, so why got dismissed as simply not good Whether you are a religious per- born. Instead, she concluded that grandmother’s funeral. During the should people unaffiliated with reli- enough. son or not, it is important to stick to she would let me choose which reli- mass I chose to not participate by gion be criticized for their choice? I do not mind discussing my be- what you believe in. Do not let oth- gion I wanted to follow. kneeling or praying with the rest of In experiences with my family, liefs with people. But when ques- ers make your choice but always re- It took me about 15 years to figure my family. I find that religious people have a tions are asked, the responses spect the beliefs of others. out that I did not believe in any god, Many members of my family hard time understanding the con- should be heard and considered. We all have the freedom of reli- but once the decision was made, I questioned me about my actions af- cept of believing in something other In the case of my aunt, I would gion, but that must also include a stayed firm on it. ter the funeral. I do not expect them than a deity. have been listened to if I had be- freedom from religion. Although my mother respects to understand my reasoning, but One of my aunts once asked me, lieved in any god, even if it was not my decision, much of our extended they should respect my decision and “If you don’t believe in a god, then Christ. [email protected] Conspiracy culture has dangerous implications news crew later that week. wasting time. Political discourse By the time the hoax was re- should not be limited by the need to vealed, however, the hectic ‘alterna- counter conspiratorial madness. tive media’ had moved on; but the There’s a particular image associ- Advertising – Media damage was done. This is just one ated with conspiracy theorists; the Management example of how the conspiracy me- tinfoil-hat-wearing, well-armed nut dia has eroded debate throughout job in his parents’ basement. This Alternative Dispute Resolution BRAD KLEInstuBER the world. isn’t true. Conspiracy theories are Event Management OPINION COLUMNIST False examples, especially in the often a sub-focus of alternative and Fashion Management & field of alternative medicine, pop up new-age news sources, and people Promotions without question in the mainstream from all groups can be caught up in I remember sitting in the computer media and have led to moral panics, the conspiracy. Financial Planning lab in my final year of high school, hasty reactions and pointless crises. Conspiracy theories don’t just ef- Global Business Management when a pair of lower-year girls en- Often, conspiratorial examples fect people who already buy into the Human Resources tered the lab. To my horror, they have become a distraction from the culture, they effect everyone. There’s Management were both quite ignorant. They were real issue. Especially during the no reason to suspect vaccines cause International Development discussing the war in Iraq, when bird flu vaccine, controversy utterly autism. one proclaimed that the war was ‘for baseless fears about the dangers of It’s absolutely false. So false that Marketing Management profit,’ and the American govern- vaccination obfuscated relevant is- the doctor who originally authored Public Administration ment had deliberately carried out sues around the spread of the vac- the faulty study was struck from the 9/11 to start a war. cination, how much it cost and Medical Register and his article in I take some pride, not in the fact whether it was necessary. the Lancet was fully retracted. And that I used to believe this kind of The problem gets worse when yet, the paranoia over vaccinations nonsense, but that I rather rapidly considered in the context of 9/11. has led to thousands of unvacci- realized how tremendously stupid Probably the most public conspir- nated children and a resurgence of 10 WAYS most conspiracy theories are. acy theory to date: the idea that previously eradicated diseases in the Conspiracies are not just misin- the American and Israeli govern- First World. formed, but potentially dangerous. ments were directly involved in the Yet, conspiracies about the Bil- TO LAUNCH They have a corrosive effect on dis- planning and execution of the 9/11. derberg Group, the Illuminati and course, act as a distraction to true This is false, without a doubt as the Trilateral Commission continue debate and essentially corrupt the the physical and logical evidence is to seep into the public conscious- YOUR CAREER opinions of their proponents. overwhelming. ness. Rumours of secret bases, You may have seen a video re- However, the theorists who ob- FEMA camps and inside jobs con- FIND YOUR NICHE WITH leased during flu vaccinations in sess about holographic planes, tinue to distract and degrade public A POSTGRAD IN BUSINESS 2009 that showed a former cheer- pancake collapses and eyewit- debate. leader who had lost the ability to ness reports are a distraction. 9/11 Young people are particularly vul- walk after receiving a vaccine. is something we need to discuss. nerable to the simplistic explana- It was an example of how vac- How appropriate was our response? tions offered by conspiracy theories. cines could harm people. Conspir- Do intelligence services need to be Students often feel undervalued acy culture stalwarts like Alex Jones changed? How did imperialist for- in society, and conspiracy theories brought it up as a serious example eign policy play into the attack? offer an easy escape, but proper of why vaccines were dangerous. If we spend our time proving research and learning will always business.humber.ca/postgrad The video was proved to be totally that 9/11 wasn’t a conspiracy rather trump the mysticism offered by false, of course. The cheerleader than discussing relevant political these false and dangerous theories. was spotted behaving normally by a and economic policies, we’re just [email protected] THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 • 19

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IAN SPENCE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Maureen Mommersteeg breaks down the ice during Sunday’s game against the University of Waterloo Warriors. Laurier won 5-0. Laurier takes battle of Waterloo

ERIC THOMPSON one goal ater the fi rst. and they really have good hockey reel goals as opposed to just putting STAFF WRITER In the second, the Hawks began to IQ’s … we’ve always had good pen- pucks to the net,” he said. “We are a pull away with goals from Brooker, alty killers, but they were also our skilled team, but nothing beats just It was business as usual for the Lau- Danelle Im and Tammy Freiburger. top scorers and our top players,” he good old fashion trafi c and crashing rier women’s hockey team as they With the game well out o reach, said. “Taking too many penalties, the net against a team that’s tired.” made easy work o the Waterloo captain Fiona Lester would add a sometimes it would tire them out The team is currently tied with Warriors winning 5-0 Sunday night. goal late in the third period. Lester and their main goal was to create of- Queen’s for the top spot in the On- The game was the team’s only action led the team with three points. fence for us. So having two or three tario University Athletics (OUA) o the weekend as they improved to “The whole team aspect is build- kids that are specialists around pen- standings and ranked No. 6 in the 11-1-1 on the year. ing o o each other,” said Brooker alty killing … that’s an element we country. Brooker believes that Sun- “We had four diferent lines to- ater the win. “Seeing what other haven’t had in a couple o years. day showed the team is a number night,” said head coach Rick Os- lines are doing and seeing their in- “We don’t have to burn out Brook- one contender. borne. “We’re still trying to fi nd the tensity builds and pumps you up to er and we don’t have to burn out “Every night we try to. I think we right combination. I thought the go out there and do the same thing.” Muirhead.” strive to come out and play the hard- [Brittany] Crago line really put the Waterloo had a chance to make Goaltender Erika Thunder had a est we can and the best we can,” she pressure on. This was closer to the it a closer contest early in the third relatively quiet night, stopping all 19 said. “We know what we can do and blueprint I had in mind for the team when they were awarded a fi ve-on- shots she faced for her third shutout what we can be at the end o the year this year.” three power play. o the year. and as a team we’re going to strive The combination o Crago, Devon But Laurier’s penalty kill fi nished Despite a fi ve-game winning for that.” Skeats and Laura Brooker opened the night killing o all six penalties. streak, Osborne was relieved that Next weekend Laurier hosts the scoring for Laurier in the fi rst Osborne attributed the success o the team wasn’t in another one goal Windsor and Western Saturday and period, when Skeats found the back the penalty kill to the depth o this game in the third period. But he still Sunday respectively. Osborne says o the net for her team-leading ninth year’s squad. saw opportunities for the team to it will be an “acid test” for his team goal o the season. “I think having people like [Em- improve. and hopes that they can emerge Laurier applied constant pres- ily] Kekewich and [Erika] Kiviaho; “I think we were trying to be too from that test the undisputed num- sure, but could only come away with those are two new players this year, fancy and looking for the highlight ber one team in the OUA. Men’s hockey climbs to .500 SHELBY BLACKLEY Both games featured the Hawks SPORTS EDITOR opening the scoring with Lopes fi nding the back o the net. Lopes Despite playing the No. 8 Lakehead now has a goal in three consecutive Thunderwolves, the Wilfrid Laurier games. Goaltender Ryan Daniels Golden Hawks men’s hockey team continued to excel for Laurier, fac- seemed like an entirely new team. ing a combined 86 shots in the two Ater an overtime loss Thursday games and only allowing six goals. to the Western Mustangs, the Hawks “It’s not really the amount o defeated the Lakehead 4-2 Saturday shots, it’s kind o the chances,” Dan- to improve to .500 on the season. iels said. “When it comes to shots, “Overall, we’ve been playing re- it’s like a competition. I treat it as ally well,” said fi rst-year Ryan a game. For me, it’s kind o fun to Lopes. “All lines were fi ring tonight frustrate the other team so i I can and things are going good. Guys are get them upset and chewing at one blocking shots, guys were getting another, it gets them o their game dirty tonight and it was a big win and take away from their plan a little overall.” bit ofensively.” Ater losing six o their fi rst sev- Puhalski also gave credit to the en games o the season, the Hawks approved penalty kill over the last have won four o their last fi ve, ob- few games. The goaltending by taining a least a point in all fi ve. Daniels, alongside the team’s ability “At the start, it was fresh, new to keep the puck has been benefi cial guys,” Lopes said. “We weren’t to their success. molding right away and I guess a “It’s a little bit more attention to couple weeks ago we all clicked and detail,” Puhalski said. “We’re not since then we’ve just been fl ying to- turning the puck over as much. And gether and it’s been working well. that’s just some confi dence, get We just got to keep going.” moving with the puck, getting a feel Head coach Greg Puhalski also for where everybody is on the ice, complimented the team’s play, say- and then you’re not going to turn the ing that the improvements have puck over so we’re doing a better job been a large factor to the outcomes. o that.” “I think [Saturday], our best attri- Laurier improves to 5-5-2, which bute was our intensity,” he said. “We is good enough for sixth place in really competed hard from the fi rst the Ontario University Athletics drop o the puck through to the end (OUA) West division. They go on a o the game. For us, that’s just get- three-game road trip before return- ting involved, giving a hit, taking a ing home on Dec. 1 to face the York hit, and we did a good job o that.” Lions. 20 • SPORTS THE CORD • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 Hawks split weekend

SHAYNE MCKAY game into overtime. STAFF WRITER William Coulthard led the team to victory with a career-high 29 points A dramatic overtime win on Friday and fi ve three-pointers, while Max and a hard-fought loss on Satur- Allin and Patrick Donnelly had 23 day let the Wilfrid Laurier Golden and nine points respectively. Hawks men’s basketball team with a Veteran leadership became prom- split weekend. inent to the team’s success and the Despite a nail-biting 85-78 over- Golden Hawks looked to Allin for time win against the University o that. Toronto on Friday, the Hawks just “[Allin] struggled a bit with his couldn’t handle the Ryerson Rams shooting and they did a good job on Saturday, losing 81-66. defending him, but he’s tough,” said Saturday’s game got o to a low- Campbell. scoring fi rst hal ending 29-28 for “He played hurt, but he still Ryerson with neither team letting played big minutes for us which was the other get ahead by more than great. He’s the best rebounder we four points. have defensively and ofensively, he Things heated up ater haltime, makes big shots, he’s a great player however, as both teams would net and great leader. over 20 points each in the third to “I we get more guys following keep things tight, but it was all Ryer- him and playing like him we’ll be a son in the fourth as they out-scored much better team before the sea- the Hawks 29-18 in the quarter, son’s over.” cruising away to an 81-66 win. Allin led the team with 18 points “We played really well against and 15 rebounds for his third a good team until about half, then straight double-double on Saturday, a little less in the third and not so coming just short o a triple-double much in the fourth,” said head coach on Friday. Peter Campbell on Saturday. “We Although the Hawks didn’t shoot knew it would be tougher than [Fri- the ball as well as they needed to to day] and that one went to overtime, secure a win over Ryerson, it isn’t which was tough in its own right. the only thing they’ll look to im- We knew their athleticism would prove on for next weekend. cause us problems.” “We’ve got nine new players on Those games were also an oppor- our team, so our goal has been that tunity for some new faces to make a each time we play to be a little bit splash at home. better,” stated Campbell. “We’re “I thought we got a really good growing, our number o players that shit out o two o our freshman, we play is growing and our confi - Garrison Thomas and Amen Oba- dence is growing. There were a lot o no. I thought they both did a good positives to take out o it.” job and they’ll get a bigger run next According to Campbell, it’s still weekend,” said Campbell. “Matt early in the season and he knows Chesson was also steady, and Jemar that they can only go up from here. Smith played well. That’s four new “The kids play hard and they’re guys who came up and helped us as going to get better as the year goes a team, which is important.” on,” Campbell said. In their home opener on Friday, a Laurier will look to even out their missed free throw by Toronto in the record on Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. as they ROSALIE EID STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER dying seconds o the fourth took the face the York Lions in Toronto. Max Allin drives to the basket during Friday’s overtime victory over the Toronto Varsity Blues.

Basketball drops to 1-2 After losing to the Toronto Varsity Blues and Ryerson Rams, women’s team drops out of the CIS national rankings

SHELBY BLACKLEY minutes. However, in extra time, SPORTS EDITOR Laurier would come three points shy o their second win o the season. “It’s early in the season, Ater going 6-1 during preseason, “Obviously we didn’t shoot well, including defeating two previous that was a big factor,” Falco said. so i we can improve on Canadian Interuniversity Sport “Our defence was okay; we did bet- (CIS) contenders, the Wilfrid Lau- ter in the second half. I think the re- those areas then it bodes rier women’s basketball team was bounding hurt us more in the fi rst ranked No. 9 nationally going into half, but overall our ofensive game well for the rest o the their home opening weekend. was not where it needs to be so But ater the Toronto Varsity we’ve got to get better at that.” season.” Blues defeated Laurier 58-54 Fri- Ater losing the past two Rookie day and the Ryerson Rams won an o the Year winners, Felicia Maze- overtime match 72-69, the Hawks rolle and Shelby Kurt, Laurier found dropped to 1-2 on the regular season depth in some new faces. —Paul Falco, women’s basketball head and were taken out o the CIS top True-rookie Schenck had 12 coach ten. points against Toronto and 11 “You got to give it up to Toronto,” against Ryerson, while transfer said fi rst-year Kaitlyn Schenck af- Whitney Ellenor put up 13 points on ter Friday’s game. “They played an Friday and 13 on Saturday. amazing game. They hustled, they Doreen Bonsu also continued worked and we got little things to her performance from last weekend work on that we can do in practice against the Queen’s Gaels with nine but we played hard and did all we points and four rebounds Friday needs to focus and work on certain could.” and fi ve points and ten rebounds areas. The Hawks kept with the Varsity Saturday, as well as getting a key “[It’s] a new game, it’s a new day, Blues for the majority o Friday’s bucket late in the game to help force we really got to focus on the little game before allowing Toronto to overtime. things, work on some things like widen the gap in the third quar- Falco believes that despite the shooting, communicating and we’ll ter. winless weekend, the Hawks will be ready to go,” she said. Despite a last-minute attempt to learn from their mistakes and focus Laurier defeated the Queen’s tie the score, the Hawks were unable on the rest o the season. Gaels 68-64 last weekend in the fi rst to get past Toronto’s defence. “I thought we had too many gaps game o the 2012-13 season. Bonsu “Toronto’s a tough team,” said in our game where we gave up an recorded a double-double with 13 head coach Paul Falco Friday. “We easy transition or we forced a couple points and 18 rebounds. saw them on tape and we knew they shots when we didn’t need to, but The Hawks will travel to Toronto played hard for 40 minutes.” it’s a learning process,” he said. “It’s and Sudbury this weekend to play Saturday’s game featured a quick early in the season, so i we can im- York and Laurentian before return- start by Ryerson, but the Hawks prove on those areas then it bodes ing home for their last two games ROSALIE EID STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER were able to maintain their of- well for the rest o the season.” before the winter break on Nov. 30 Kimberley Yeldon attempts to cut to the key during Friday’s game. fence and tie it up by the end o 40 Schenck agreed, saying the team and Dec. 1.