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Fanshawe students team up with New Zealanders to build green

ERIKA FAUST and disassembly teams in INTERROBANG Washington. “(Fanshawe worked For over a year, students and on) more of the engineering and faculty from Fanshawe and the construction side of it – the hands- University of Victoria in on, technical side of it. A lot of Wellington, New Zealand, have hours went into the engineering been holding videoconferences, and the construction of the actual sending hundreds of emails back building and modules, which is and forth and working together what our school primarily does.” overseas to build a house. The 950 square foot ‘First Light The partnership came about for House,’ so named because New the Solar Decathlon, a contest Zealand is the first country to see held by the U.S. Department of the sunlight each day, was built as Energy for post-secondary stu- a ‘kiwi bach’ – a summer home. dents from 20 universities around Foster explained one of the impor- the world to show off their green tant criteria for the home was that building design skills. The teams it was net zero. “Net zero means it are judged in 10 competitions, produces more energy than it including architecture, market actually consumes,” he explained. appeal, engineering, affordability “The way they did that is using CREDIT: SCHOOL OF BUILDING TECHNOLOGY and energy balance. According to photovoltaic panels, which is a Students and faculty from Fanshawe’s School of Building Technology have been working with the University of the Solar Decathlon website, “The fancy word for solar panels.” Victoria in Wellington, New Zealand to build a net zero house that uses solar panels to produce more energy winner of the competition is the Wendy Wilson, liaison for the than it uses. The First Light House came in third in the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2011 Solar Decathlon. team that best blends affordabili- project and Coordinator of ty, consumer appeal and design Technical Programs for the After building and displaying with disassembly were Foster, both Foster and Wilson were excellence with optimal energy School of Language and Liberal The First Light House in New Darcy Comerford, Spencer extremely proud of the work that production and maximum effi- Studies here at Fanshawe, added Zealand, the structure had to be Vermue, Juduk Lee, Ben Gerber, had been done. “I thought the ciency.” some more details about the deconstructed and shipped to the Kyle Kane, Professor Sandi (Fanshawe) team was absolutely The New Zealand team, with house: “The cladding – the exteri- National Mall in Washington, D.C Burns, Professor Rob Geoghan- fantastic,” said Wilson. “One of the help of Fanshawe students or – is made of Western Canadian for the Decathlon. It was rebuilt at Morphet and Professor Askes. the professors from New Zealand from the School of Building red cedar. The interior is all the Mall with help from more Though the teams worked well said they were a joy to work with, Technology, placed third in the indigenous New Zealand wood. Fanshawe students and faculty: together, they did encounter a few hardworking, honest, reliable, and competition. They were the first The insulation is wool from carpet Foster, Matt Stewart, Shawn minor problems. “The one funny I totally agree with him. They team from the southern hemi- ends … they make a lot of wool Douglas, Jason King, Jeremy thing was the language barrier,” were just a great team.” sphere to ever compete in this carpet in New Zealand. There are Gardner, Tyler McLean, Haskett, laughed Foster. “For example, our The First Light House has been competition, and they are also the 28 solar panels on the roof. It was Stephen Hotke, Professor Marty ‘flashlight’ is their ‘torch.’ They purchased by someone from New highest-placing first-entry team. designed in a butterfly pattern and Askes and Professor Dave would be talking about a certain Zealand, who plans to use it as a The house placed first in the the decking went through the cen- Sleegers. tool, and we’d be like, ‘What are summer home. Engineering category, and it was tre.” Once the competition finished, you guys talking about?’ And then For more information about the noted by a professor from the In addition to the numerous the house had to be disassembled we would be talking about the Solar Decathlon, visit solarde- University that this would not videoconferences and emails, stu- once again to be shipped back to same tool, and they’d just be like, cathlon.gov. For more informa- have been achievable if it had not dents did a lot of travelling. In New Zealand. The Fanshawe stu- ‘What?’” tion about The First Light House, been for the students and faculty January this year, three students dents and faculty who assisted Despite the minor road bumps, visit firstlighthouse.ac.nz. of the Fanshawe College School from Fanshawe’s Architectural of Building Technology. Technology program – Spencer “(The team from) New Zealand Marcolini, Josh Hoggard and was the main designer of the Shaun Haskett – travelled to whole project,” explained Joel Wellington to assist with the con- Get your bits checked! Foster, who was on the assembly struction of the house.

ERIKA FAUST AND screenings (which can be conduct- According to the Canadian KIRSTEN ROSENKRANTZ ed at the Middlesex-London Cancer Society, one in seven men Be a bro – grow a mo INTERROBANG Health Unit at 50 King St., call will be diagnosed with prostate With National Cervical Cancer 519-663-5446 for more informa- cancer in his lifetime. In 2011, an KIRSTEN ROSENKRANTZ name on it and have it displayed on Awareness Week having just tion), following up on abnormal estimated 25,000 men will be diag- INTERROBANG the wall of mustache glory. This wrapped up and Movember just results and by getting vaccinated nosed and 4,100 will die of On October 31, men in countries year, paper mustaches can be beginning, health is on a lot of peo- against the human papillomavirus. prostate cancer. all around the world shave their charged to meal plans. ple’s minds – specifically, cervix “In the past 30 years, cervical can- Though prostate cancer is most faces in preparation for one of the On November 10 in front of the and prostate health. cer incidence and mortality rates prevalent in men over 60, factors most exiting campaigns of the library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. there With eye-catching awareness have declined by more than 60 per such as family history and being of year. will be a Movember bake sale, and campaigns that incorporate every- cent in all age groups due to wide- African descent can increase Movember is becoming one of on November 17 the Oasis is hold- thing from fairy godmothers to spread cervical screening with Pap chances of developing prostate the world’s most recognizable ing a Paul Bunyan breakfast spe- bristly moustaches, health care tests,” said Bertrand. “Despite this cancer at a younger age. Men campaigns where men, also known cial from 7:30 to 10 a.m. providers are reminding everybody progress, many women in the rarely experience symptoms during as Mo Bros, raise awareness by In keeping with Movember tra- to ‘get your bits checked.’ south west (Ontario) region are the early stages of prostate cancer, growing mustaches for the entire dition, there is a pub night in the This year’s National Cervical still not being screened for cervical but as the cancer develops, men month of November. You can sign Out Back Shack on November 24 Cancer Awareness Week, spon- cancer regularly enough, or are not can experience frequent and urgent up solo or create a team and collect where they will be raffling off men sored by the Federation of Medical undergoing follow-up testing after need to urinate, a burning feeling donations to help raise money for – yes, men. Women in Canada, ran from an abnormal Pap test.” when urinating, finding blood in prostate cancer research. Finally, for all the members of October 23 to 29 and encouraged The South West Regional urine or semen, difficulty starting In 2010, Canada had 119,000 the FSU Movember team, on women across the country to get Cancer Program is one of 13 or stopping urine flow, inability to registered Mo Bros and Mo Sistas December 6 and 7 there will be their annual Pap smears. But just regional cancer programs created urinate and pain when climaxing and raised $22.3 million. This year, online voting for a series of awards because the week is over doesn’t by Cancer Care Ontario in 2005 to during sex. the Fanshawe Student Union is such as best ’stache, worst ’stache mean it’s too late; cervical health ensure cancer care is delivered There are two tests for prostate putting together a team and is run- and most creative ’stache. Winners isn’t just a one-week-every-year according to province-wide quality cancer, the first being a blood test ning a bunch of exciting events to will be announced on December 8 thing. It has been estimated that standards. The SWRCP put out a called the Prostate-Specific help raise money. and will receive some awesome 500 women will be diagnosed with series of informative videos about Antigen (PSA) test, and the second “Last year, we did Movember prizes. cervical cancer in Ontario this cervical cancer, HPV and what to is the digital rectal examination for the first time. The pilot project FSU Recreation and Leisure year, and of those women, approx- expect during a Pap test for where a doctor feels the prostate went really well, but we’re hoping placement student Martin Flanagan imately 140 will die from the dis- National Cervical Cancer gland. for an even bigger turnout this is very excited for this year’s ease, but that doesn’t have to be the Awareness Week, which you can For more information about year,” said FSU President Movember campaign. “I’m really case. view at prostate cancer, visit the Public Veronica Barahona. “It’s a really looking forward to seeing “Cervical cancer is almost youtube.com/user/TheSWRCP. Health Agency of Canada website great cause. We need to think about Fanshawe’s men support this great entirely preventable,” said Dr. Movember is a campaign that at phac-aspc.gc.ca. our boys. I’m a proud Mo Sista!” cause and promote awareness Monique Bertrand, Gynaecologic runs for the entire month of Don’t let your bits fall to pieces Anyone who wants to join the about prostate cancer.” Oncologist at the London Health November where men, or ‘Mo – take good care of them and FSU Movember team can register Whether you’re growing a han- Sciences Centre and spokesperson Bros,’ grow a mustache to raise they’ll take good care of you. Call at the Biz Booth from November 1 dlebar, a walrus, a dali, a fu for The Society of Obstetricians awareness and money for prostate your family doctor to get checked to 4 for $5. When you register, you manchu, or you’re just a Mo Sista and Gynaecologists of Canada. cancer research. Since its concep- out. will have a clean-shaven “before” supporting your Bros, there are “Regular screening is an essential tion in 1999 in Australia, For more information on the picture taken to compare to your plenty of ways to get involved with defense against cervical cancer and Movember has raised $176 million National Cervical Cancer wicked ’stache at the end of the Movember. the best way to detect early cell and has had 1.1 million Mo Bros Awareness Week, visit women- month. For more information on changes on the cervix that might and Mo Sistas register to partici- scollegehospital.ca. For more All month at the Out Back Shack Movember, visit movember.com lead to cancer.” pate. In 2010, Canada alone had information about Movember, visit and Oasis, you can purchase a and check out the FSU website at You can protect yourself against 119,000 registered participants and movember.com. paper mustache for $2, write your fsu.ca. cervical cancer with regular raised $22.3 million. 4 NEWS Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

“Aspie” educates and entertains Looking for a part-time

KIRSTEN ROSENKRANTZ one point he found himself wanting Asperger syndrome typically also INTERROBANG to stop the swim and said, jokingly, take longer to learn social rules, job? Look no further On October 21, the very inspira- “Does this lake even have another have a hard time multi-tasking and tional (and very funny) Jay Serdula side?” But, thanks to his support take words and phrases literally. came to Fanshawe College to speak team, Serdula finished his swim “When people say the same thing than D1063 to students from the Autism and and has been publicly speaking to mean two different things, that’s ERIKA FAUST interviews based on the type of job about his cause ever since. what confuses me,” said Serdula, Behavioural Science program. INTERROBANG that they’re trying to get, whether Serdula’s parents tried for years using the question ‘How are you?’ Serdula has a Bachelor’s Degree If you’re looking for a job, you it’s in service or it’s dealing with to get him a diagnosis as a child, as an example. For many people, a in Mathematics, a Master’s in probably know how tough it can be kids. I’ve asked them certain ques- but he wasn’t diagnosed with brief ‘How are you?’ in passing is Physics/Oceanography and is cur- to find one, let alone one related to tions to see how they answer Asperger syndrome until he was 26 just a greeting requiring a quick rently working at the Royal your field of study here at them.” She said the appointment years old. Throughout his presenta- response, but for Serdula, it is a Military College of Canada as a Fanshawe. would likely take an hour – half an tion, he told funny stories from his question demanding a detailed Research Assistant in the Chemical That’s where Career Services, hour for the “interview” and half life in order to better explain the answer. As he puts it, “If you ask Engineering Department. Serdula located in D1063, can help, said an hour for the critique and to difficulties he had growing up sur- me ‘How are you?’ it will take me also has Asperger syndrome and Christina Cook, Customer Service answer any questions – but added rounded by people who didn’t 30 minutes to tell you. Do you still has spent the past few years speak- Representative. “We have a new that she can be flexible around stu- understand the details of his disor- want to know?” ing to various groups about living staff member, Liska Martindale- dents’ schedules. der. Serdula’s first-hand account of with this disorder. Dubrule, who is our Student For students looking for a career He told the story of how, as a what it was like growing up with In 2008, Serdula swam across Services Specialist. When students after graduation, it’s important for young boy, his dad caught him Asperger syndrome offered insight Lake Ontario to raise money and come in and they don’t have time them to seek out their program-spe- jumping on the couch. His dad into a disorder that many people awareness for Asperger syndrome. for an appointment, and they want cific Consultant through Career said, “Jay, stop jumping on the blue still don’t fully understand, and his Though the task seemed daunting, some resume revisions, they want Services. “(They) can certainly work couch,” and so he did. A few min- humourous story-telling style of Serdula described how determined a little one-on-one resume assis- with the student one-on-one to give utes later, his dad came back and speaking kept the class engaged for an “Aspie” can be. “When they tance, she’s there for them.” their resume a good critique and give found him jumping on the yellow every minute of the presentation. make up their mind that they’re Martindale-Dubrule started them some good feedback and assis- chair, which in Serdula’s mind To read more about Sardula, going to do something, they do it – working at Career Services just tance to make it more career-specif- wasn’t breaking any rules. As an visit they may just have to change the over a month ago and said she can ic. But if you’re looking for anything “Aspie” he said he requires very swim4aspergers.wordpress.com, or course of their plans.” help students with everything from in general, Liska can help you as specific instructions, such as, “Jay, pick up a copy of his book The With months of training under finding part-time work to perfect- well,” Cook explained. don’t jump on any piece of furni- Ambition of an Aspie at The his belt, Serdula successfully com- ing resumes and cover letters to “If you have any questions, stop ture.” Mustard Seed bookstore at 502 pleted his swim, though he admit- navigating Career Services’ job by the office,” said Martindale- He said that people with Springbank Dr. here in London. ted that it was not an easy task. At search website. Dubrule. She is usually available A typical meeting with to answer any quick questions on Martindale-Dubrule will see her the spot, or you can make an London shining a light on woman abuse going over what the student’s appointment with her for more in- needs are at the moment, such as if depth help. the student is looking for full- or Martindale-Dubrule will also be TABITHA MCCARL wide involvement and support. Other events happening through- INTERROBANG part-time work, or if the student holding two free workshops in “Last year there were purple flood- out the rest of the month include a wants to work on or off campus. November. The first one, on In light of the provincial govern- lights on some of the bigger build- co-ed ball hockey tournament, a She also encourages students to November 10, will take a look at ment’s Woman Abuse Awareness ings downtown. We also encour- day of purple pedicures, a day bring their resumes so she can cri- resumes and cover letters, and the and Prevention Month, various age businesses to put up purple devoted to wearing purple and tique it. She will provide the stu- second one, on November 24, will local businesses and organizations window displays, either with their more. To wrap up the event at the dent with tips for searching for discuss the job search. Both work- are making efforts to bring atten- own merchandise and supplies or end of the month, there will be a jobs and making connections with shops take place in F2005 from 2 tion to an issue that will affect purple campaign merchandise.” luscious three-course celebration employers. to 4 p.m. Students can sign up in nearly half of Canadian women in Starting with the campaign dinner on November 25. For more Though Martindale-Dubrule has Career Services in D1063. If their lifetime. launch in Victoria Park on information, visit not conducted any mock inter- you’re unable to attend the work- According to Christy Floyd November 1, a tree in the park is lawc.on.ca/ShineTheLight. views with students thus far at shops, Martindale-Dubrule said from the London Abused going to be illuminated with thou- Along with raising awareness, Fanshawe, she said she would use she would be more than happy to Women’s Centre, the hope is to get sands of tiny purple lights. one of the most important mes- her past experience to conduct one conduct one-on-one workshops people in the community talking November 15 is Wear Purple Day; sages being spread is that “Women with any student who may feel like with interested students. about the issue, a conversation everybody is encouraged to cele- who are being abused know that he or she would benefit from it. “In For more information about what sparked by local organizations brate the campaign by making pur- there is somewhere to go to get the past, when I’ve done a mock Career Services can do for you, visit colouring themselves purple – the ple a part of their outfit, whether help or just to talk,” Floyd interview, I’ve set the appointment www.fanshawec.ca/careerservices official colour of abuse awareness. it’s with clothing, accessories or explained. up and said, ‘Come like you’re or head to the office in D1063 or According to the LAWC website, makeup. Purple floodlight film, For more information about coming in for an interview,’ join the facebook group at “Purple is a symbol of courage, Shine the Light t-shirts, posters, events, participation or the cam- because I also critique them on tinyurl.com/fanshawecareerservicesfb survival and honour, and has come purple string lights, bracelets, pur- paign itself, contact the London their attire,” she said. “I’d do mock to symbolize the fight to end ple light bulbs, temporary tattoos Abused Women’s Center at 519- woman abuse.” and purple ribbon car magnets are 432-2204. For crisis counselling, Going into only its second year, available to purchase at the call the Abused Women’s Helpline the Shine the Light on Woman London Abused Women’s Centre, at 519-642-3000. Social Justice Club event Abuse campaign already has city- located at 217 York St., Suite 107. aims to raise awareness

ERIKA FAUST be a panel discussion with some New York City experience INTERROBANG people from Aamjiwnaang. On November 2, from 12 to 2 “Students will have a chance to BY STAFF make a lasting memory, you'll find p.m. in Forwell Hall, the Social talk to the people being affected by INTERROBANG that there's a bit more magic in the Justice Club will be screening The what is being shown to them on The Fanshawe Student Union is air in the middle of New York City Beloved Community, a film they film,” explained Jessica Conlon, a again offering students and their one block from Times Square. We hope will get people talking. member of the Social Justice Club. guests three days in New York are staying at the Hotel Edison The film looks at the “(The Aamjiwnaang) will be talk- City for around $300 in Canadian where there are over 20 Broadway Aamjiwnaang (the name refers to ing about their efforts and what funds. This includes quad accom- theatres within a few blocks, both the people and the location) in they’ve been trying to do – this is a modation (four people in a room famous concert halls, art galleries, Sarnia, Ontario, and the effect that good chance for students to get with two double beds), coach museums and never-ending shop- local chemical companies have involved and see what’s going on.” transportation, Blue Cross cover- ping, plus nightclubs and restau- had on the people living there. Conlon said she hopes the film age and all applicable taxes. rants for everyone’s tastes. According to the National and discussion will encourage stu- Students pay only $295 and non- This trip sold out last year, so Pollution Release Inventory, there dents to think about the conse- students pay $315, and all individ- get your deposit in ASAP. Due to are currently 42 chemical compa- quences of chemical factories and uals must be a minimum of 18 changes in the hotel booking and CREDIT: TRIBECATAROTREADER.BLOGSPOT.COM nies located within 10 km of the products they produce, and years of age. the deposits required for this trip, it Aamjiwnaang First Nation. The may inspire some to take a more for half price. For shoppers, a four- Instead of heading south for has been increased to $150 per per- Beloved Community shows the holistic approach to life. storey Forever 21 store is only one Spring Break, why not spend an son and you must confirm the impact the chemicals have had on Fanshawe’s Social Justice Club block from the hotel entrance. amazing weekend in the Big room as a full quad with four the Aamjiwnaang people, from aims to raise student consciousness What’s better than that – you can Apple? We depart February 24, deposits. Further information may miscarriages and stillbirths to birth about political and environmental stay in the middle of one of the travel by coach through the night be obtained at the Biz Booth or defects to skyrocketing statistics of issues and get students involved in busiest cities in the world and and you should be on the streets of check the info online at fsu.ca. learning disabilities diagnosed in the community. This is their first save! New York by 1 p.m. You have all Your chaperone has been to children (23 per cent of big event of the year. For more Three days and two nights in the day February 25 and 26 until 6 p.m NYC over 30 times so you may Aamjiwnaang children have been information about upcoming Big Apple: A NEW YORK CITY to explore the island, and you ask him any questions regarding diagnosed; the national average is Social Justice Club events or to get EXPERIENCE departing London should be back in London by 7 New York tours, places to visit, four per cent) to an ever-present involved with the group, email on February 24 and leaving New a.m. for your Spring Break week etc. We are less than half a block chemical smell that blankets the Peter Van Stee at York City on February 26: A won- off. from TKTS, where you may pur- area. [email protected]. derful Spring Break adventure! While anytime is a great time to chase ticket to Broadway shows After the film screens, there will 5Questions Jason King - SAC Rep for Building Technology

Erika Faust INTERROBANG

1. What’s one thing we should know about you and one thing we shouldn’t? Most people who know me know that I love to travel. I’ve been lucky enough to see some very cool things in some very interesting places. Something that you shouldn’t know... um... the trips are really just scouting missions for a world domination plan. Damn, I’ve said too much. 2. What has been your best memory at fanshawe so far? That’s easy since it is so recent. I was able to be part of the build team for First Light, which was a project from Victoria University of New Zealand. We helped people build a house entered into the US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon, which placed third overall in the competition. It was a great experience. 3. i f someone forced you to get a tattoo, what would it be and why? I would get the Chinese symbol for ‘Junk’ tattooed above my junk. It could be the start of a ‘whole body labeling system.’ 4. Put your mp3 player on shuffle - what three songs come up? iPod? I’m old school. I was born when 8-tracks were cool, and an 8-track don’t shuffle. 5. What’s the last book you read? A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson. Yup, I’m a geek. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 6 [email protected] OPINION Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

Green eyes of envy look at others

felt threatened by me. Like defensiveness and “people pleasing,” unprovoked jealousy (a.k.a. cattiness or envy) comes from a place PSYCH YOUR MIND of insecurity. As academic/author James Rose Cora Perry www.rosecoraperry.com Leonard Park explains, unprovoked “jeal- ousy arises because of three (related) factors: 1) comparison, 2) competition and 3) the This past summer, I attended the wedding fear of being replaced.” celebration of a dear friend of mine. Because Now, the important factor that distin- I strongly believe that one should get decked guishes unprovoked jealousy versus pro- out for special occasions (and, well, I like voked jealousy (we’ll be discussing this next any excuse to dress up, really), I purchased week) is “rational thinking” – or a lack myself a fine little Jessica Rabbit-inspired thereof, I should say. In the above described number and styled my hair and makeup à la example, it is not as though I deliberately 1940s era. Not to toot my own horn, but if I selected my outfit and styling in an attempt do say so myself, I looked rather smashing. to “show up” the older woman. For that mat- Indeed, my friend the bride and I were ter, we had never been acquainted before exchanging compliments all night. that very moment, nor did either of us know Before the formal ceremony began, I the other would be in attendance. Yet, some- excused myself from my date in order to how, on a subconscious level, my appear- “powder my nose.” While I was in the loo, I ance was perceived by her as an “attack” to encountered an older woman (likely in her her self-concept. Accordingly, instead of 50s or 60s) who was accompanied by a little acknowledging the truth of the matter (i.e.: girl I can only assume was her grandchild. that she was under-dressed), she projected Upon seeing me, the little girl’s face lit up. her insecurities onto me via criticism in an CREDIT: PAD2.WHSTATIC.COM She turned to the older woman and attempt to regain her confidence and win perceived exactly that same way by others. One final caveat: There’s nothing “sexy” expressed that she was a great fan of my per- back the perceived lost respect from her 2. Develop a self concept defined by what about real-life arguments between women. sonal style. granddaughter. As per Park’s three factors, Parks refers to as “irreplac-ability,” in which Any guy who thinks that “cat fights” will Despite being in the position of “role the older woman compared herself to me, you identify all of the factors about yourself miraculously turn into stripteases in which model,” the older woman commented under saw me as competition in terms of being a that make you uniquely you. Take pride in he’ll merit an invitation for a threesome is an her breath (but loud enough so I could hear) potential role model for the little girl, and your uniqueness. idiot. in a snarky tone, “Well, some people feel because the older woman feared being 3. Self-talk is crucial: if you find yourself they need to get all dressed up for wed- replaced in her position as role model, she becoming catty toward someone (and this dings.” At this point, it’s imperative to note used the only ammunition she had available applies to guys and gals alike, don’t kid that the older lady was draped head-to-toe in to her: defensive criticism. As we’ve already yourself), ask yourself what it is about this a bland, well-worn tracksuit, and her hair discussed at length, this falls into the psy- other individual that you find so threatening. and makeup appeared equally neglected. I chologically IMmature response category. 4. And finally, acknowledge that those should also note that while there were a few I’d be bending the truth if I didn’t come you’re jealous of can actually be fantastic other stragglers dressed questionably for right out and say we all get jealous (myself resources as well as sources of motivation. If such a formal gala, the aforementioned older included) from time to time. What sets apart they have something you want, instead of FSU Publications Office woman definitely took the cake in terms of a the psychologically mature and immature, wasting energy putting them down (and SC1012 clear lack of effort. however, is how said “green” feelings are making yourself look like a jerk in the www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ Perhaps she had given up on herself long dealt with: process), re-direct that energy toward self- Publications Manager & Editor John Said ago, perhaps she didn’t buy into socially How to Overcome Unprovoked developing exercises in which you strive to [email protected] • 519.453.3720 ext. 224 constructed ideas of formality or tradition, Jealousy achieve that which you feel you are lacking. Staff Reporter Erika Faust perhaps she never conceived of herself as an 1. 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[email protected] • 519.453.3720 ext.229 Advertising Mark Ritchie [email protected] • 519.453.3720 ext. 230 Web Facilitator Allen Gaynor Delicious Diwali lights up India [email protected] • 519.453.3720 ext.250 Letters to the Editor [email protected] SHIVANI DHAMIJA Graphic Design Contributors: INTERROBANG Megan Easveld, Bernie Quiring, Kayla Watson Diwali is also known as Deepawali, a Photographers: major Indian festival. It is celebrated all Anthony Chang across the globe as the “Festival of Lights.” Baden Roth The festival, which usually comes in the Colin Thomson month of October, has already started. The Ariana Pinder arrangements are underway and the spirits Illustrator: are high in every Hindu, Jain or Sikh. The Adéle Grenier victorious self is celebrated on the 10th night Contributors: as Vijay Dashmi – also popularly known as Aimee Brothman, Patricia Cifani, Susan Coyne, Victor Dussehra. De Jong Nauman Farooq, Bobby Foley, Brooke Foster, According to Hindu mythology, it is the Madison Foster, Maisha Francis-Garner, Tyler Gary, Allen day when Lord Rama defeated Ravana – the Gaynor, Christina Kubiw Kalashnik, Wendy Lycett, Taylor triumph of good over evil. Diyas, crackers Marshall, Tabitha McCarl, Alison McGee, Maggie and candles add colour to the Festival of McGee, Rick Melo, Chelsey Moore, Emily Nixon, Paige Lights. Every house is lit up with illumina- Parker, Rose Perry, Jaymin Proulx, Scott Stringle, Marty tions and decorations, you won’t find dark- Thompson, Justin Vanderzwan, Michael Veenema, ness in any part of India. Jeremy Wall and Joshua Waller Rangoli (colours), sweets and delicious Comics: savories add flavour to this festival. The Dustin Adrian, Laura Billson, Robert Catherwood, Scott bliss and attraction is unmatched in celebra- Kinoshita, Chris Miszczak and Andres Silva tion with any other festival in India. Markets are merrily decorated and lit up. Everybody CREDIT: DEEPAVALILIGHTUP.SG is festooned with new and bright clothes – Crackers are the happiness of every child. Chaturdashi is the day allotted to the wor- Cover Credit: especially ladies adorned with the best The noise of crackers doesn’t disturb any- ship of Maha-Kali, and it is believed that on DARBY MOUSSEAU knick-knacks – to capture the social mood at one, but increases the enthusiasm to scare this day, Kali killed the wickedest. The third its gladdest. This is an occasion for young away evil spirits. The anticipation of buying day of “Badi Diwali” (Big Diwali) is the and old, men and women, rich and poor – for new clothes and bursting crackers never dies main day of celebrations. The fourth day is Editorial opinions or comments expressed everyone to celebrate. It is the festival that in any person. “Govardhan Puja” and then comes the “Bhai in this newspaper reflect the views of the writer and are not those of the unites all of India. Diwali falls on the day of “Amavasya” Dooj,” the time to honour the brother-sister Interrobang or the Fanshawe Student On Diwali, “Goddess Laxmi,” a symbol when the moon does not rise and darkness is relationship. www.fsu.ca Union. All photographs are copyright 2011 of prosperity, and “Lord Ganesha,” widely all over. Light, being the hope of every indi- The festival which has been celebrated by Fanshawe Student Union. All rights revered as the remover of Obstacles, are vidual, gives the positive energy to celebrate since ages brings smile to every Indian face. reserved. The Interrobang is published weekly by the Fanshawe worshipped. The lights are the way to signi- the victory of Lord Rama. The people of all It is a fun event for most of us. The one time Student Union at 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd., Room SC1012, fy the welcoming of prosperity Goddess age groups celebrate the festival with equal I miss India the most is the festival season, London, Ontario, N5Y 5R6 and distributed through the Fanshawe College community. Laxmi. I still remember how I used to make passion. Diwali brings five ceremonious but I am happy that our college organized a Letters to the editor are welcome. All letters are subject to edit- small coloured footprints of Goddess Laxmi, occasions. Starting from “Dhanteras” to Diwali special event on October 28 for peo- ing and should be emailed. All letters must be accompanied by asking her to visit our house to bless us with “Narak Chaturdashi,” which is popular as ple like us and I am waiting for the most- contact information. Letters can also be submitted online at riches. “Chhoti Diwali” (Small Diwali). Narak awaited festival, Diwali. www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ by following the Interrobang links. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [email protected] 7 Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ OPINION

The recession and your job hunt

VICTOR DE JONG INTERROBANG Concerned about the recession? Well, you should be. If an issue doesn’t interrupt our sleep at night, make us fat or push up the price of coffee, most of us don’t really care about it. The problem with this recession is that it has no effect on the average citizen unless they work in an affected industry. The price of bread won’t go up, and even your taxes will be virtually unaffected, then your job is gone and all those tiny percentages that the politicians have been talking about for months become very real. Those of us with part-time jobs can no doubt remember a few co-workers who were working full-time at minimum wage despite having a degree or even experience in indus- try. ‘Sure,’ we think, ‘That won’t be me! I’m driven to excel, and I make sure to network.’ That may be the case, but in the event of a factory closure or corporate merger, all it means is you’ll know the people in line with you in the unemployment office. Being qual- ified in your field is no longer enough to ensure you an opportunity to work in that field. The constant outsourcing of manufacturing has stripped Ontario of a huge chunk of its industry. Dofasco had to cut jobs to stay competitive, IBM and other major tech firms were forced to follow suit as cheaper labour overseas offered the allure of bigger profit margins, which made outsourcing an easy decision for financially vested stockholders. The big three auto makers in Detroit would be long gone if the loss of jobs hadn’t been such a frightening prospect that the Canadian and American governments saw fit to throw What’s Jesus got to do with the future? billions of dollars at the problems to form a temporary band-aid of money. Here are the industries that are on the decline according to Statistics Canada: finance, insurance, real estate and leasing, manufacturing, information, culture and NOTES FROM DAY SEVEN recreation are all experiencing negative MICHAEL VEENEMA growth. On the other hand, the same study showed that jobs in the educational, profes- sional, scientific, technical, accommodation and food industries, as well as jobs in natural Some say that the world would be a better resources and public administration, are on place if Jesus were in it just a little more. the rise. That’s a way of saying that life for most peo- So, will the recession affect your ability to ple could be better if more people shared and get a job in a couple of years? The global lived the Christian faith. economy is something that we can only react Is that true? Some say that we can get to, not control. The trends, however, are along better without Jesus or any sugges- worth noting. Obviously going into auto tions of God. There is a belief that religion is CREDIT: NATURE.DESKTOPNEXUS.COM manufacturing isn’t a wise choice, not only dangerous. According to some authors and do with it?” pose of lifting his own to Heaven, but for the because if you’re reading this you’re proba- bloggers, any God-talk is a danger because it I’m limiting my question to this: “What purpose of welcoming Heaven back into our bly in school and aren’t aiming to work an generates fanatical attitudes that lead very does Jesus Christ have to do with the world and into our lives. He will come put assembly line, but also because the industry quickly to acts of violence against others. If improvement of our lives for the future in all things right. Judgment will happen. But is, and has been, in trouble for years. If you you believe God is on your side, then others this world?” God’s judgment in the Bible is always a want to go into healthcare, you can expect a could end up on the receiving end of your The response some Christians have to this good thing. It is a judgment in favour of the fairly easy time with it; the population is Inquisition or Islamic Jihad. question can be disappointing. Some believ- oppressed and marginalized and a judgment aging and demand for healthcare workers ris- On another level, there is the feeling that ers feel that Jesus’ main plan is to take his against oppressors of all kinds. ing. the world is improving without any involve- followers away from this earth to Heaven, This would mean that his people should be The bottom line is this: do your homework ment of God, or belief in a god if there is and that ultimately, Heaven is the fitting preparing for his return by thinking and act- before you pick a career. Use your common none. The prosperity we enjoy appears to home of those who believe in him. If that’s ing in hope. Preparing for him does not sense, identify your strengths, identify how come through secular economic and political true, this world doesn’t have much value and mean withdrawing into a life of only prayer you can best apply them in today’s economic systems that have jettisoned all connections its improvement is not a great priority. This and devotion waiting for his return. Rather it climate and live happily ever after. with religious institutions. Without praying, is the kind of view you get, for example, in means getting your hands dirty; it means it seems, we are able to overthrow and kill the very popular Left Behind book series. putting your feet on the ground, looking for dictators. The Arab Spring, current student Other Christians, especially in the later ways to demonstrate compassion towards uprisings and the Occupy Movement might 19th and earlier 20th centuries, used to take people in trouble right where you are; it be a quest that is more about universal the view that such interventions seemed too means working for justice and fairness in Thank You to human aspirations toward justice and free- crude for God and for Jesus. They surmised every way that is available to you; it means dom and a whole lot less about religion – in that Jesus is intervening in a more sophisti- supporting others who may not share faith in spite of the apparent revival of Islamic poli- cated sense: through human evolution of all Jesus, but are also on a quest for a world that cover model tics and Sharia Law where the Arab Spring kinds, he is helping the world reach utopia. is more just than it is. continues. Two barbaric world wars cut away this Jesus will return. And in the meantime, his I don’t want to pose the question, “What understanding – though some religious opti- people can be a signpost of hope in a world The Interrobang staff would like to extend does religion have to do with the future?” mists failed to catch on. that is difficult to negotiate. God cares, and a thank you to Robert Appleton of the because that immediately leads the question, What if, though, the Bible’s account of the evils that currently trouble all of us will London Rogues Star Wars Fan Group of “Which religion?” They are definitely all not Jesus suggests something different? That he one day, suddenly, fade to black. When he Canada (londonrogues.com) for posing for “basically the same,” as we are so often told. is indeed present in some way, especially comes back, Heaven’s light, grace and this week’s newspaper cover. Mr. Appleton The question has to be much more specific. through his people and his Spirit; but that he redemption will dramatically fill this world, was gracious enough to take time from his “What does Mohammed have to do with the is in another sense absent and preparing to our planetary home. schedule to visit the Interrobang to set up and future?” or “What does the Buddha have to come back. His return will not be for the pur- take part in this photo shoot. 8 LIFESTYLES Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

The power of compound interest The Grand Masters the Art ALISON MCGEE woman instantly recognizable. INTERROBANG Julia left big shoes to fill for those Post-War France. An American who want to bring her back to life, woman whose husband works long and Gale does not fail to impress. TALKING CASH hours in Paris longs for a hobby. Julia’s husband Paul is portrayed JEREMY WALL She finally decides on cooking, by Geoffrey Whynot, who has and she sets out to master the art of appeared at The Grand previously French cooking. in Misery. Whynot gives the char- Albert Einstein once said, “The The life of Julia Child is one that acter of Paul a true air of love for most powerful force in the uni- has been chronicled in many his wife, undying support – even verse is compound interest.” In media. From books to movies, this when he is forced to eat varieties of case you haven’t heard, Einstein charismatic woman has become a onion soup for weeks on end – and was a pretty smart guy. He knew household name, and now, The the burden that comes with helping what he was talking about when it Grand Theatre presents Julia Child to rebuild a war-torn country. came to ultra-geeky concepts such in a fun new way: live theatre. Jane Miller in her debut at The as the theory of general relativity. To Master the Art tells the story Grand takes on the role of Jane It turns out that he also knew what of Julia’s time spent in Paris, start- Foster, a fellow intelligence work- he was talking about when it came ing with her very humble begin- er who worked with Paul and Julia to personal finance. nings. Upon arrival in Paris with in the Pacific. Miller is entertain- Compound interest is an her husband Paul, former intelli- ing, but sometimes falls a little flat. gence worker Julia proves to be a Julia’s teacher, the revered Chef extremely powerful tool in finance. CREDIT: HETEMEEL.COM It’s a tool that you could (and Albert Einstein knew the power of compound interest, you should too. worse than terrible cook. After Max Bugnard, is played by should) use to get rich. Financial sampling the best food that Paris Thomas Hauff, who brings enor- geeks like me are already aware of down payment on a home, for a interest doesn’t have much time to has to offer, and finding herself mous talent to the somewhat minor this, but it’s a concept that every car, whatever. I know it sounds kick into full effect. bored and with time on her hands, role. Appearing only briefly person who wants to have more like a lot of these things are many Whether you’re saving or pay- Julia decides to enroll in the presti- throughout the play, Hauff is both money (i.e. every single person) years off (who is thinking about ing down debt, it is the concept of gious Cordon Bleu culinary fun and funny on stage. The main ought to understand. retirement right after they graduate compound interest that will help or school. There she hones her skills cast is rounded out by Leanna Compound interest is simple, from Fanshawe?), but that’s where hinder you. Understanding the as a cook and quickly begins work Brodie, who plays the role of but awesome. When you earn the power of compound interest very basics of how it works will on a French cookbook for Julia’s fellow cookbook author interest on a principal amount, that comes into play: the more time the assist you in managing your American women. After more than Simca, who gives an entertaining interest is added to the principal. interest has to compound, the more money. Calculating compound a decade of work, Julia’s book is performance. You then earn interest on both the money you earn. interest can be pretty difficult, but finished and America is taught Everything from the stage dress- principal and that previously Time is money, man. It can be fortunately there are a number of how to master the art of French ings to the actors’ accents to the earned interest. After that, all the debt, too, though. Many financial online calculators where you can cooking. music evokes an atmosphere of the interest you earn is paid on the experts advise that it is a good idea plug in your figures and get it all The character of Julia is one that romance of Paris. The story is so principal and any previous interest to focus on paying off debt before figured out for you. is always entertaining to watch, enthralling that the audience is you earned, so you are making one focuses on saving. This is Moneychimp.com has a number of and in To Master the Art she is drawn into every aspect of it interest on top of interest (on top of good advice. Compound interest compound interest calculators that brought to the stage by Sarah through the ups and the downs. interest on top of interest on top of also applies here. If you have cred- can help. A cursory Google search Machin Gale in her debut at The To Master the Art is a show that interest, etc.) for as long you keep it card debt, for example, all the of the keywords ‘compound inter- Grand Theatre. Gale does a truly is not to be missed, and plays at the money invested. Simple, but interest that accumulates is added est’ will also turn up a ton of outstanding job of giving Julia all The Grand Theatre through awesome. to the principal, and then you pay results (although the quality of the complexities and personal November 5. For tickets, visit Understanding the fundamental interest on top of interest. This is those results may vary, so you’re quirks that make the infamous grandtheatre.com. concept of how compound interest where compound interest is a dou- warned). works will greatly serve you when ble-edged blade, because if you Jeremy Wall is studying you begin to work and save money owe money, it’s compounding. Professional Financial Services at after you graduate. Once you’re That means you want to eliminate Fanshawe College. He holds an Beware the splatter zone working, it’s generally wise to start your debt as quickly as possible, Honour’s Bachelor of Arts from saving, be it for retirement, for a that way the power of compound the University of Western Ontario. ALISON MCGEE really impresses is in the vocal INTERROBANG department; her musical numbers You know when you were a kid are outstanding. and you went to Marineland and Ash’s sister Cheryl is brought to Beautiful Imperfection nearly perfect there was a section at the front life by Valerie Cotic, who does an where you would get splashed incredible job of playing the prude JAYMIN PROULX when the whales flopped into the turned exhibitionist demon. Cotic INTERROBANG water? Well, if you go see Evil delivers some of the play’s funni- Dead: The Musical at the est lines and all of the show’s bad McManus Theatre, downstairs at puns. The Grand, you will have a similar Jeff Insell takes on the role of Born in Paris and moving to experience – only instead of Scott, Ash’s best friend, and Laura Lagos, Nigeria at a young age, whales splashing you with water, Giberson plays alongside him in singer-songwriter Asa recalled an it’s a severed hand (among other dual roles of Scott’s “girlfriend” upbringing where she found joy things) covering you with fake Shelly and demon expert Annie. immersing herself in her father’s blood. Sam Shoebottom, who was most records and listening to artists such The cult classic Evil Dead trilo- loved by audiences, plays local as Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Michael gy of films from the 1980s have woodsman Jake, and Phil Calauit Jackson and Lauryn Hill. While tur- been turned into a two-hour musi- plays the non-bit part of Ed. moil existed around her, she was cal play by director John Iglesias, The entire cast is strong, and peacefully sitting beside her music complete with interactive blood together they bring audiences one collection, blissfully happy and splatter. Evil Dead: The Musical heck of a good show. undoubtedly aware that her time as tells the story of five college kids What makes Evil Dead: The a musician would eventually come. who are on their way to a vacation Musical a truly unique experience Years passed; an education in in an abandoned cabin in the is the audience interaction. The Paris and extensive guitar lessons woods. Of course, there is only one McManus Theatre is a small, inti- led Asa to release a few albums and way into, or out of, the cabin and it mate theatre where the audience her present one, Beautiful is essentially isolated from human- sits literally feet away from the Imperfection. She was on the right ity. After finding a creepy old book action. The actors run through the track to becoming the musician she and playing an old audio recording rows of seats, the characters speak dreamed of when she was young. of a strange language, the kids directly to those watching, and of “The first album reflected my CREDIT: ASA-OFFICIAL.COM/ inadvertently release a horde of course the splatter zone covers its state of mind then. I had a lot to talk sound that emulates Lauryn Hill or radio stations. evil Candarian demons. Blood, visitors in buckets upon buckets of about – social and political issues. India Arie, but with strong ties to Asa’s goal with Beautiful guts and glory ensue as Ash, the blood. This time, I felt different: I wanted her own voice, not to mention pow- Imperfection was to create an leader of the college gang, tries The highlights of the show to create something that would help erful songwriting that sends a mes- album that was uplifting and posi- desperately to save himself and his include Ash severing his own hand people come out of sad moods and sage of freedom, faith, happiness tive. This was a definite accom- friends from the bloodthirsty in a bloody free-for-all, body suit- feel uplifted.” and living life on your own terms. plishment on her part. She has demons. clad extras bringing to life the bro- Beginning her newest album “Bimpe” and “Ore” are Yoruba worked with musical greats Lenny Mark Nocent stars as Ash, the ken footbridge with hilarity and with the swingingly upbeat “Why songs (a language of the Nigerian Kravitz, Katie Melua and leader of the group and killer of side-splitting song and dance num- Can’t We?”, Asa does an excellent people) and tie the album back to Angelique Kidjo, who have invited demons. Everything about Nocent, bers. job of drawing the listener in. her roots in West Africa. “Preacher her to perform duets on various from his gestures to his expres- Grab a poncho and your rain Beautiful Imperfection is a soulful Man” is a slower song where she occasions. Her skill lies in her abil- sions, will have you laughing boots and head on down to the rendition of toe-tapping soul tracks prays to God about her crimes of ity to speak her mind and do so with uncontrollably. Megan Schroder McManus Theatre for Evil Dead: that blend some blues and funk with worshipping money and ignoring sensitivity and with creative song- takes on the role of Linda, Ash’s The Musical. For tickets, visit some slower melodies peacefully those in need, her album is a far cry writing. co-worker turned girlfriend. While grandtheatre.com and click the buy swaying in the background. She from trivial pop and bubble- For more information, visit asa- Schroder does indeed have some tickets tab. created a sheer masterpiece with a gummed up sex on mainstream official.com. serious acting talent, where she 9 Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ LIFESTYLES

Cackles, chuckles, guffaws and snorts in store for London

KIRSTEN ROSENKRANTZ Hall. For the first time ever, Just “Some of comedy’s best talent INTERROBANG For Laughs is doing a British edi- comes from the United Kingdom. The legendary Just For Laughs tion of the tour. Opening act Therefore, we have put together a Group is known for hilarious com- Abandoman is a hilarious musical line up featuring some of the edy tours, television shows and sketch group that performs songs hottest acts from the U.K. scene live comedy, some of which has based on audience requests. The who will be introduced by one of included celebrities such as Jerry show also features Matt Kirshen (a Canada’s funniest comedians, Seinfeld, Jeremy Hotz, Louis C.K. finalist on Last Comic Standing), Steve Patterson,” said Christine and Steve Martin. Founded in 1983 Stephen K. Amos, Hal Cruttenden Melko, Just For Laughs Vice in Montreal, Just for Laughs has (appearing only until November President of Operations. continued to grow with offices in 5), Terry Alderton and Sean Meo. Tickets are available at centen- Montreal, Toronto, Paris, Los The tour kicked off on October nialhall.london.ca or at the Angeles and London. 24 in St. John’s, Newfoundland Centennial Hall box office at 550 On November 2, the Capital One and travels across the country, end- Wellington St. Just For Laughs Comedy Tour is ing on November 20 in Victoria, coming to London’s Centennial British Columbia. CREDIT: PARTISANRECORDS.COM Wear your heart on your wrist

BY STAFF Legion. Kent Legion, 499 Hill St. (519- Deer Tick divine INTERROBANG “Our historical past teaches 438-6521); The Royal Canadian Remembrance Day is just lessons of human folly, but also Air Force Association 2155 around the corner, and those teaches lessons of generosity, Crumlin Side Rd. (519-455- its own as the band coaxes a sense famous red poppies will soon be compassion and goodness that 0430); and The Royal Canadian of timelessness into the songs — sprouting up on lapels every- have inspired future genera- Naval Association 2155-B this is the kind of rock and roll that where. The We Remember With tions,” explained Rick Austin, Crumlin Side Rd. (519-659- Bob Seger would love. TLC Veterans Campaign is also Advisory Council Member for 9657). BOBBYISMS selling wristbands to get people the campaign. “We Remember On November 3 from 2 to 3 BOBBY FOLEY From the opening seconds of “The Bump”, with its gritty thump to honour veterans with their With TLC will be part of that p.m., a concert performed by and whiskey-soaked call and wrists as well as their hearts. inspiration, highlighting simple singer Michelle Iurman at answer, this album will grab your For $2, purchase a wristband acts of kindness and sacrifices of Parkwood Hospital for all veter- ans there. I write about random things a attention and hold it. “Let’s All Go at one of four locations across appreciation and remembrance For more information, visit the lot. I write a lot about random To The Bar” may be your favourite the city. The money raised goes each year for those who gave us We Remember With TLC things. 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Computer geeks to geek chic standard prevalence. In today’s modern society, a Facebook account is as common as an email account and ‘google it’ is FASHION WRITER a phrase people heavily rely on. As AIMEE BROTHMAN Walkmans turned into Discmans and now iPods, and mobile phones progressed into Motorola Razrs Historically, say, a few decades and now smartphones, technology ago, an individual keen on elec- is something of a status symbol; tronics and interested in computers you wouldn’t see the rich and could certainly have been classi- famous without their iPhones and fied as a nerd. Fast-forward to BlackBerries, and by no means present day, and you may very does that translate into a computer well find the opposite is true. In geek today. today’s age of iPads, Facebook and Technology has also become clouds, razor sharp technology has imminently cooler with the intro- made nerds cool. (Oversized ‘nerd’ duction of Twitter. Everyone and glasses and geek chic, anyone?) As anyone can voice their opinion and technology shifted to a mainstream thoughts on the mini-blog and its way for everyday people to social- popularity is extraordinarily wide- CREDIT: EDU.GLOGSTER.COM ize, shop, play or do just about spread. Celebrities and fashion Using an early telephone is noth- anything, the definitive ‘computer designers have the most followers, ing like today’s technology. geek’ image has drastically and some big names have even changed. chosen to debut their collections sites dedicated solely to selling The way the world communi- via an online stream and upload fashion have emerged with the CREDIT: ARIANA PINDER cates has changed by leaps and photos on TwitPics fresh off the trend of buying online, and most Red lips are the key to adding drama and colour to this simplistic look. bounds on various occasions, runway. Marc Jacobs, ever the up- recently, couture and designer arguably with one of the most to-the-minute designer, even hired flash sale sites have become the major advances taking place in his last batch of interns on Twitter new online trend. A number of 1876 with the introduction of the by allowing any possible candidate sites require an invitation that must The classy ’50s telephone. In the 1980s, when the to tweet their assets and why they be accepted in order to gain access, world was introduced to what is should be a MJ intern in the stan- thus creating a sense of cool via colour all over the lids up to the now practically prehistoric tech- dard 140 characters. modern technology. So now that brow bone. Then, using a crease nology compared to modern day The fashion industry has espe- you finally scored that 3.1 Philip brush, blend a dark brown or cell phones, clunky mobile phones cially benefited from the transfor- Lim blouse you’ve been lusting BEAUTY BOY grey throughout the crease of the were installed in cars and yet again mation of technology solely based after and it’s been delivered to JOSHUA R. WALLER eye to give it some depth. The technology advanced. This was the on the ease of retailing online. your door, you can TweetPic a [email protected] next step is the most important earliest time (in my lifetime, any- Accessibility and exposure has photo of it and make all the other for the look, which is applying way) that technology moved away increased tenfold for designers and online-lovers #totallyjealous the liquid eyeliner. The easiest from inaccessible nerdiness to stores that wish to expand their @you. Do you feel like you are wear- way to do this is by using an eye- glamorous exclusivity and its now- market. An uncountable number of ing the same style of makeup liner pen (Stila, Lise Watier) and every single day and are too starting with a very thin line in afraid to make a change? Or do the inner portion, gradually get- you feel that your makeup skills ting thicker and then wing out are not up to par to try something the end on the outer edge of the Smart = sexy new? Well, the truth is that there eye. are so many looks you can To finish off the eye region, achieve with minimal products you either need to have a mas- because that’s not true, I’m just to date. You know that song by that don’t need a professional cara that will add a lot of volume saying it’s a common observation TLC, “No Scrubs”? It’s about guys level of makeup artistry skills. A (such as Dior Show, Hypnose that once you get to know a person, who think that they are amazing look that is quite simple yet Drama, BADgal) or use false Love, Lust & Lies the more physically attracted you but do nothing but sit on their Patricia Cifani sophisticated that most people eyelashes that are a bit flared out become to them. broke asses all day and talk about [email protected] can pull off is the 50s-inspired on the outer area. This helps It’s the same for someone with things they want instead of going look. This look is seen on define the eye and give it that an ugly personality: the more you out and getting what they want. celebrities such as Dita Von classy ’50s look. Next, make It’s true that good-looking peo- get to know them, the less attracted Girls don’t want to date a scrub – Teese, Katy Perry and, of course, sure your eyebrows are filled in ple have an easier time getting a to them you become. The two guys these guys may think that they can the classic ’50s icon: Marilyn with an eyebrow pencil so that date, but looks can only get you so I have liked the most through my get girls because they are good- Monroe. you can achieve that high arch, far. The older you get, the more years and years of dating were the looking, but they are lazy and have To achieve this look, one of which was one of the milestones you see girls going after the ones who were incredibly smart nothing to offer in a relationship. the most important components in ’50s beauty. nerdy/geeky guy instead of the and kind geeks. I just found they Smart guys go after what they is the complexion. In the ’50s, To complete the look, you “hot guy.” I am not going to pre- were generally more interesting want, and that’s hot. having a pale complexion was need a matte red lipstick. Most tend that girls all go for the smart and had more to offer than all the 3. Able to learn from each other: considered very elegant, but of people are afraid to put on red guy; usually we fall for the stereo- other guys I dated. Everyone is intelligent in their own course in this day and age, the lipstick, but give it a try because typical jacked guy who cares more So here are a few reasons why way; not every person knows the only thing sexy about a pale chances are you will like it. If about working out than he does some girls find intelligence sexy: same thing or thinks the same way. complexion is if it is on Edward you feel that it is too much for a about anyone else, but we all have 1. More to talk about: Have you They think for themselves and Cullen. Of course, you can tweak day look, then simply use a nude our weak moments in life. Don’t ever gone on a date with someone have a desire to learn – that’s what the look by just using a normal colour or a toned-down red. be fooled by the girls who chase that you thought was good-look- makes them smart. Girls with an high-coverage foundation (such However, don’t make that deci- the wrong guy, because there are ing, but when it came to having a aspiration to learn are attracted to as CoverFx) and applying a sion until you have actually tried still the kind of girls that end up conversation with them, you real- guys with that same enthusiasm. translucent powder over top to on the vibrant red lipstick. with the right ones, you just ized they didn’t have much more to My friend and her boyfriend are give the complexion some Everyone will have their own haven’t found one of them yet. offer than a good time? Girls want the perfect example: both are very finesse. Adding some matte interpretation of different looks, The problem is that women to be able to have a conversation intelligent people but in very dif- bronzer to the cheekbones is also but for someone who is looking aren’t always attracted to geeky with someone they are dating and ferent ways. My friend graduated key to achieve this very classy to revamp their makeup routine a types in the beginning, so it can be not just about what happened on with a Physiology degree and is look. bit and is afraid to try something discouraging for some guys to pur- Jersey Shore the night before. now in nursing, but she wouldn’t The eyes are the simplest part new, the classy ’50s look is a sue a woman. Yes, maybe at first Let’s be honest for a minute: if you be able to tell you the difference of this look because the eye perfect template to play off of. It you will have to work a bit harder are a smart guy and on a date a girl between left- and right-wing poli- shadow is merely used to help is simplistic but still creates an than someone else, so what? We wasn’t interested in having a stim- tics. Her boyfriend, on the other accentuate the eyebrows, so not overall elegant and beautiful all have things that we find diffi- ulating conversation and all she did hand, graduated with a Political much skill is needed. Start by look. cult that don’t come easily to us, was talk about television shows, Science degree and doesn’t under- applying a fairly light cream but that doesn’t mean we just give would you even want to date her? stand chemical reactions. They up or stop trying. Probably not, so why would a girl may not always think the same or The good thing is you know want to date a guy like that either? have the same interests, but they when someone likes you, it’s more 2. Goal-oriented: Girls like it learn from each other, and both than just because the way you when a guy has his life together enjoy learning new things and it look; they like you for you. I know and knows what he wants. They keeps their relationship interesting. girls who have dated guys they become attracted to his motivation Maybe you won’t always get the weren’t originally attracted to, but and drive to succeed, and geeks girl that you want, but if she can’t they were drawn to them because usually fit this category. Nothing is see how amazing you are and of their intelligence and then the more unattractive than a guy who appreciate the geek in you, then more they got to know the guys, does nothing with his life and has she never really deserved you any- the more they became captivated no goals or ambition. A man who way. I know that sounds like a line, by them. I’m not saying that geeks is able to think and support himself but that’s the truth. are physically unappealing, is the kind of guy a woman wants 11 Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ LIFESTYLES

Geek chic is not what you think unconventional things to mix fash- word for nerd, which has a nega- women in fashion, Wintour is uses her intelligence to captivate ion, art and design. This stream of tive connotation associated with it. always seen looking fashionable the attention of millions. Her fashion usually consists of figures However, by adding the word chic, and respectable. Some declare that words, thoughts and ideas are what CHRISTINA KUBIW such as Lady Gaga and Anna Dello we allow geek to be ‘in.’ Geek chic she rocks geek chic better than qualify her as a nerd, however the KALASHNIK Russo. The second category of means dressing in a respectable anyone. She is always dressed very fact that while reporting on fashion FASHION WRITER fashion consists of ready-to-wear way. It doesn’t mean having to ladylike with a touch of ’50s she is caught sporting $900 runway looks, garments that most dress with suspenders, it simply housewife. She wears fitted printed MiuMiu sandal wedges is what of us could wear. These are looks means wearing clothing that makes dresses with clear and distinct sil- qualifies her to be chic. Her incred- Geek chic: it has recently that aren’t too outrageous – cloth- you look like you aren’t exploiting houettes. She sports a classic bob ible passion for fashion is what become a huge part of the fashion ing pieces that could be individual- your body but are using your mind and a gaze that would make you drives her and that is why she is a industry. People love looking ly added into our closets with a lit- instead, while of course using shake in your boots. Needless to powerful geek chic young woman. smart, nerdy and fashionable. tle effort and imagination. The aspects of current fashion in the say, geek chic is powerful and Recognizing that geek chic is However, what does geek chic third string of fashion is you and I; way you’re dressing. strong when it’s seen on Wintour, ignited from within is what truly really mean? Is it wearing fake it is made up of the people who Two women who do this best are and in fact the geek aspect is sim- makes it fashionable. These glasses, suspenders and orthopedic take what they see and turn it into Anna Wintour and Tavi Gevinson. ply her intelligence and does not women aren’t chic because of how loafers? I really hope that’s not mainstream looks. Wintour is the British Editor-In- truly reflect any sort of stereotype they look, they’re chic because what it means, because I don’t see Most recently, these fashions Chief of American Vogue. when worn on her: no suspenders, their minds encouraged the way how that could possibly be fash- have become much more accessi- Growing up in a privileged and no taped glasses and no orthopedic they look. Coincidently, they look ionable. ble for the masses. What’s funny is well-connected family, Wintour loafers – just class. respectable and intelligent, and I think that geek chic is being that the majority of these fashions was sent to North London The second fashion figure is since they are powerful, fashion- completely misinterpreted; nobody are now less conventionally sexy, Collegiate School, where she was Gevinson. Only in her mid-teens, able women, others are following has really set a definition of what it and they’re being interpreted as often seen rebelling against the she proves that no girl or woman their example. Clothes can’t talk; means and what it looks like – not geek chic. dress code. should feel the need to conform to just because you look smart does- officially at least. Some say it is This is where I encountered a Always having an interest in the standards of itsy bitsy t-shirts n’t mean you are. using aspects of the nerd stereo- true issue with geek chic: just fashion, Wintour eventually and skirts. She has no desire to be type in the way we dress, while because women don’t have their moved up in the fashion world. recognized for young provocative others say it’s a little less or a little boobs hanging out doesn’t mean Now one of the most powerful style such as Miley Cyrus. She more. they’re geeks; furthermore, just What I have noticed most because they do doesn’t mean they recently is that fashion has split can’t be geeks. Ever since geek itself into three separate categories. chic has emerged, we are seeing The first category is made up of many different versions of this people who wear outrageous trend. However I would like to try things, looks that half of us would- to clearly define what I think geek n’t even dream of touching. They chic should be and how we should wear teacups on their heads and interpret it. ballerina slippers to work. They do Realistically, ‘geek’ is another

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Museum London’s Wearable Art Eating smart is a no-brainer

Sale: ‘Regional art at its best’ antioxidants are constantly being pushed by popular health media. BROOKE FOSTER The most accessible antioxidants INTERROBANG Nutrition Ambition are found in darkly coloured fruits “Not all art is for hanging ... Emily Nixon and vegetables. Blueberries are some art needs to be worn” is the highly renowned for their nutri- motto for the third annual tional qualities, being labeled the Wearable Art Sale. The sale fea- Did you know that all those “brain berry” by some scientists. tures hand-crafted jewellery, purs- potato chips, cookies and pizza Research has found that with regu- es, scarves, hats and clothing all rolls you’ve been shoveling down lar consumption, blueberries can designed by local artists. The free your gullet during late-night study improve memory, and help to admission sale takes place at sessions are making you smarter? reverse age-related declines in Museum London, located at 421 Bazinga! motor function, balance and coor- Ridout St. N., on November 12 Once again, you’ve fallen for dination. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and one of my classic pranks. B Vitamins November 13 from 12 to 5 p.m. Even the brilliant Sheldon Think “B” for brain. Foods with Mary Lake-Collins, President of Cooper would agree: good nutri- vitamins that fall under the B cate- the Volunteer Committee to tion contributes to good brain gory are great for the human nerv- Museum London, said she’s excit- function. ous system. Everything you do, ed about being able to showcase Fortunately, you don’t need to from picking up your pencil to the local contributing artists’ work. be a theoretical physicist to boost shading in answers on a multiple- Artists such as Christopher your cerebral stamina. As I’ve choice scantron, requires your Lake, who creates flamework jew- mentioned many times before, nervous system to send messages ellery; Katie Walker, who works what you put into your body has a back and forth from your brain to with silkscreen printed acces- direct impact on how your body your muscles. It’s not too difficult sories; and some of Fanshawe’s performs. This means that by to find foods with B-complex vita- own Fashion Merchandising stu- choosing to eat foods rich in cer- mins in them either; romaine let- dents are only a few of over 45 tain vitamins and minerals over tuce, beans, peanut butter, eggs local artists who will be featured in processed “junk” foods, you are (with the yolk) and whole wheat the show. The Wearable Art Sale giving your brain a huge advan- bread are all rich sources. heavily focuses on regional artists tage. So get geeky, not greasy, and Vitamin E in order to support London’s local fill up on foods containing some of With the power to stave off dete- art scene. Lake-Collins said she these nutritious nourishments rioration of the brain, getting your expects a wide variety of art work before your next big test. daily dose of vitamin E is a smart of both traditional and contempo- Omega-3 Fatty Acids choice. To stay sharp, go green rary styling. These are considered “essential with vegetables like broccoli and She also said that because the fatty acids,” and it’s no wonder; spinach. Not a fan of the veggies? sale is organized by volunteer they are needed for proper growth Snacking on olives, almonds and workers, all the funds raised will of nerve cells, and contribute to sunflower seeds can also be a be used to purchase works of art your body and brain’s overall canny way to absorb your vitamin for Museum London. health. The best way to get these E, which will in turn help you Thousands of people have visit- into your system is by eating fish absorb the content of your endless ed the previous Wearable Art such as salmon, tuna, trout and sar- textbooks. Sales, and Lake-Collins said this is CREDIT: VALERIE SWEET Necklaces, scarves and hats are just some of the wearable art pieces that dines. For once, the fattier the fish, Iron likely to continue this year. “It’s will be for sale during the ArteMusea Festival at Museum London. the better. By substituting take-out You need this mineral to help the perfect place to start your holi- burgers for grilled salmon steaks, your blood supply oxygen to your day shopping,” she added. or even just eating a can of flaked body, including your brain. In fact, This year’s Wearable Art Sale is see works from Tom Benner and such as students. Lake-Collins said light tuna, you are not only lower- getting too little iron in your diet a feature in the ArteMusea Ron Benner, who have each con- she is expecting to see more stu- ing your risk of chronic diseases may lead to scary outcomes like Festival. The ArteMusea Festival tributed works to Museum dents this year than in previous such as heart disease, cancer and ADHD, learning disabilities and a is an exhibition and sale that also London; Duncan de years because of the participation arthritis, you are also helping to lowered IQ. Therefore, eating showcases regional artists and Kergommeaux, who has an indi- of Fanshawe’s Fashion improve your cognitive behavioral foods high in iron like lentils, their works. A preview night on vidual show currently running; and Merchandising students. She function (which can mean Brussels sprouts and tofu will keep November 3 will start at 7 p.m. and Eric Atkinson, a former Fanshawe added that she hopes to see more increased retention of your course your mind-muscle strong and the regular festival will run from Fine Arts professor, in the Festival. students taking an interest in the art material!). resilient enough to make it through November 4 to 13 during regular She mentioned that there has community. Antioxidants yet another three-hour lecture … Museum London hours. always been some sort of art sale at For more information about the Found in a high variety of foods, awake. The ArteMusea Festival works the gallery and the ArteMusea ArteMusea Festival, vist museum- similar to the Wearable Art Sale, Festival and Wearable Art Sale are london.ca/events:150. For more although instead of selling clothing expanding on that history. details about the artists who will be and accessories, everything from With these sales, the volunteer displaying their wares at the show, paintings to glasswork will be committee is looking to attract dif- check out available to purchase. ferent groups of people who have thewearableartshow.blogspot.com. Lake-Collins said to expect to never visited the gallery before, Respect for everybody, even nerds

BOB CLARK all want to be successful and live What about nerds? CODE OF CONDUCT ADMINISTRATOR life to the fullest. Remember There is a good chance you’ve Two of the three Rs I mentioned what's important to you and don’t already met someone who you in the last article are in the Student allow yourself to do anything that consider to be a nerd. That goes Code of Conduct pamphlet: you’ll regret or that will cause you with the territory at a college. Respect for yourself and Respect embarrassment. Although they may be “out there,” for others. Respect for others consider other nerds who – Respect for yourself Accept that we are all different because of being “out there” – We all feel the need to fit in and embrace the difference. Just as have made your lives easier and somewhere. Finding your place you have values that are important better. Here are a few: Bill Gates here at the college is quite likely to you, so do the others around (Microsoft); Steve Jobs (Apple); important to you. Most of us have you. The college is an extremely Jimmy Wales (Wikipedia); Mark been brought up to observe values diverse community and is an Zuckerberg (Facebook); Larry that are important to our family; opportunity to learn and grow from Page and Sergey Brin (Google); your values are therefore ingrained those here with you. Everyone here and Chad Hurley, Steve Chen and in you. These are the things that at Fanshawe deserves the opportu- Jawed Karim (YouTube). make us who we are, and although nity to be successful and to feel Something to think about different in many ways from oth- they can be themselves. This A quote by Bill Gates: “Be nice ers, we're also very similar in many includes being accepted and not to nerds. Chances are, you’ll end ways. Our cultures may be very having to worry about their person- up working for one.” different, but for the most part we al safety or their belongings. What’s in a name? You would seem nearly as long when EHKDUGSUHVVHGWRÀQGWZR you’ve got new apps to words as simultaneously EMBRACING YOUR INNER play with on your phone. synonymous and antonymous as ‘geek’ and ‘nerd,’ two No longer should geekery words whose meanings seem be confused with nerdiness; to bend and twist in context being so driven to expertise like the spoon in The Matrix. in any given topic is a commendable trait, and Depending on the context that fan club membership of the scene, and the person or subscription is a badge who is bestowing the title, of honour and dedication. the words have wildly One day, your specialty different connotations. And Bobby Foley | Interrobang will qualify you above all although they seem to be others in a given situation, used interchangeably, there and that sweet moment LVPRVWGHÀQLWHO\DUHDVRQ several!), such as (but not performances and histories. will be yours to enjoy. for both to exist. Before we limited to) fashion, Harry Yet they’re no more or less a continue, let’s establish a level Potter, video games, sports nerd than someone who So embrace your geekiness! ground of understanding. cars or Star Trek. Famous can recite every line of the The only thing you’re really Famous nerds include Bill geeks include Alan Cross, cow–tossing scene in Monty declaring is your passion A ‘nerd’ is someone who is Gates, Mark Zuckerberg Perez Hilton and Dwight Python and the Holy Grail. for your particular interests, passionately interested in a and Sheldon Cooper from Schrute from TV’s 7KH2IÀFH. and it’s only by being honest ÀHOGRIVWXG\DQGLVPRVW TV’s The Big Bang Theory. Everyone is passionate about and forthright about them often highly intelligent. To be a geek is to be a something; it’s that interest WKDW\RX·UHJRLQJWRÀQG Often introverted, most On the other hand, a ‘geek’ self-made expert on any that provides the drive we those exciting opportunities nerds are too busy with is someone whose passion is given topic, regardless of need to get through the to network with other their academic pursuits purely voluntary and often the nerd value of the topic things we don’t enjoy. A long superfans like yourself. to invest time into social mired in fandom. A geek itself. Sports fans are huge day of classes is easier to skills, instead developing doesn’t necessarily have the geeks. Just by watching bear knowing you’re going Own your geekhood, and honing a wide base of best grades, but does have their favourite teams and to see the new Tarantino and if anyone gives you knowledge and skill sets as a sharpened knowledge events they gain an intimate ÀOPDQGH[WHQGHGZDLW a hard time about it, well diverse as they are focused. on a particular topic (or knowledge of players’ stats, times at the hospital don’t ... they’re just jealous.

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It was had that pseudo sexual charm, but now it’s moving precisely the element that is so often criticized more into the mainstream.” Hutchinson cites J.J. about the original series of Star Trek that Abrams’ 2009 reboot of the Star Trek franchise as Hutchinson found so a big step towards a mass appealing. “Roddenberry, popularization of science in that fake, cheesy, ÀFWLRQDQGIDQWDV\ staged environment really captured our If you’re interested in imaginations,” she explained. reading more about the ideas behind VFLHQFHÀFWLRQDQGIDQWDV\EHVXUH 6FLHQFHÀFWLRQDSSHDOVWRSHRSOH to read the essays On Fairy Stories on many different levels. “It has by J.R.R. Tolkien and Why Fantasy, a lot to do with speculative Why Now by R. Scott Bakker. science,” she said. 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Another great feature is the additional CRAFTING material included in the box set that includes over 30 hours of bonus features such as deleted scenes, rare Alison McGee | Interrobang footage and in-depth documentaries DERXWWKHPDNLQJRIWKHÀOPV7KHUH is enough Star Wars knowledge packed into these nine Blu-ray discs to keep any geek entertained for at least a day or two. For Star Wars fans that thirst for knowledge and rare footage, or for hardcore collectors, this set is absolutely worth buying. Now let’s get to the bad. The biggest problems with this edition of Star Wars are the multiple changes; while they are seemingly minute to outsiders, they are enraging for fans to behold. TO RULE THEM ALL Creator George Lucas has made his opinion more than well known that he 5/5 stars %H\RQGWKHÀOPVWKHPVHOYHVWKLVUHOHDVH feels no remorse in changing integral FRQWDLQV'9'VZLWKRYHUKRXUVRIVSHFLDO features. Included are all 12 “appendices,” the GHWDLOVZLWKLQKLVÀOPV7KHPRUH J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic high fantasy story The Lord complex making-of features that Peter Jackson notable changes are Darth Vader of the Rings has been beloved by fans for over half a century. Between 2001 and 2003, director commissioned during the span of production. yelling a cheesy, overdone “Nooooo” Peter Jackson brought the story to the big screen These give insight into production aspects such as he overtakes the Emperor at the to the delight of fans around the world, and in as casting choices, location scouting, consulting saga’s conclusion; computer-generated WKHH[WHQGHGYHUVLRQVRIDOOWKUHHÀOPV Tolkien scholars and artists and much more. eyelids on the now-creepy-looking EHFDPHDYDLODEOHRQ'9'-XQHÀQDOO\JDYH There are especially detailed and enlightening Ewoks; and numerous computer- the fans what they were really looking for: the features covering how the creature Gollum generated effects and objects. extended editions of the trilogy in full high- was created so realistically, the groundbreaking The truly disappointing thing about GHÀQLWLRQSOXVRYHUKRXUVRIERQXVPDWHULDO work of Weta Digital and the Weta workshop who were responsible for all the special effects this newest release is that Lucas is 2QHWKHEHVWIHDWXUHVRIWKLVHGLWLRQRIWKHÀOPV DQGSURSVLQWKHÀOPVDQGWKHXVHRIDSURJUDP seemingly oblivious to the fact that is the inclusion of all the additional scenes that FDOOHG0$66,9(WRFUHDWHDUWLÀFLDOLQWHOOLJHQFH changing scenes – most notably the were previously removed from the theatrical in computer-generated crowds and armies. aforementioned cheesy Vader yell – cuts. The total run time of the complete trilogy is more than upsets the fans, it changes 682 minutes, or almost 11 and a half hours. The 7KLVHGLWLRQRIWKHÀOPVDOVRFRQWDLQVWKHWKUHH the way the scene is understood. highlights of the additional scenes include the feature-length making-of documentaries by Costa Another move many fans will take trolls turned to stone in the story of The Hobbit; Botes. Botes was the sole independent permitted as a snub is the absence of the the Huorns advancing towards Helm’s Deep, access to the set, actors, director and many other DVSHFWVRIWKHÀOPLQJSURFHVV:LWKWKHIRRWDJH WKHDWULFDOFXWVRIWKHÁLFNVZKLFK NLOOLQJWKHÁHHLQJRUFVDQGWKH0RXWKRI Sauron speaking at the Black Gate, deceiving collected, he crafted enlightening and entertaining means that there is no choice but to the fellowship into believing Frodo is dead. GRFXPHQWDULHVWRFRUUHVSRQGZLWKHDFKÀOP watch the altered scenes. Additionally, *UHHGRVWLOOVKRRWVÀUVW,I\RX·UHD 7KHRYHUDOOORRNRIWKHÀOPV²WKHYLYLGJUHHQV

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It’s a battle of the arcade kings in this documentary ÀOPDV6WHYH:LHEHDQG%LOO\0LWFKHOOFRPSHWH in a brutal battle to hold the high score in Alison McGee | Interrobang the original Donkey Kong arcade game. Geeks love movies. Filmmakers are (more often than not) geeks themselves. Presented for your geeky viewing pleasure, here are my top 10 When two men are arrested and choose doing movies by geeks, for geeks and all about geeks. community service over serving time in jail, STAR they are assigned to be Big Brothers to a TREK: FRXSOHRIPLVÀWNLGVLQFOXGLQJRQHZKRWR THE MOTION PICTURE LARP. Together they must learn to accept their 2 (1979) differences and conquer role-playing evil. WEIRD SCIENCE 10 (1985) SUPERBAD Two 1980s era (2007) geeks try to create 5 a perfect woman with their computer in order to gain popularity at school. )HHOWKHWUHNNLHORYHLQWKLVÀUVWHYHUStar The boys’ creation Trek IHDWXUHOHQJWKÀOP7KHFUHZRI allows them to the U.S.S. Enterprise must stop an evil act like real men space being before it destroys Earth. through various hijinks and schemes that go awry.

7ZRQHUG\EHVWIULHQGVÀQDOO\JHWDQ invite to one of the cool parties at their FANBOYS (2008) high school, but things don’t go exactly as 1 planned. The night quickly devolves into awkward and hilarious social adventures. OFFICE SPACE 9 (1999) NAPOLEAN DYNAMITE When a disgruntled (2004) worker and his 6 IULHQGVÀQDOO\ get fed up with the apathetic Napoleon Dynamite corporate world, is a quiet, nerdy they break free high schooler who and live out their decides to try to dreams of doing help his best friend absolutely nothing. win the school election while navigating life with his eccentric family.

HACKERS (1995) 8 REVENGE OF THE NERDS 7 (1984) A group of Star Wars mega-fans must help their friend break into George Lucas’s home to watch over the unreleased Star Wars: Episode 1 before he succumbs to his fatal cancer.

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Anime North and FanExpo in Toronto and Con-G in Guelph are the most popular area conventions for cosplayers to strut their stuff. Anime North focuses heavily on Playing dress-up appeals to children Stephanie Sandrock, a former for a while. “I love the chance anime, while FanExpo and Con-G on a very basic level: they can pretend Fanshawe student who graduated to be someone else for the day,” offer a wider range of “geek culture,” to be anything from princesses to from the Fashion Design program explained Sandrock. “I like the LQFOXGLQJIDQWDV\VFLHQFHÀFWLRQDQG cowboys. But there seems to come in 2009, owns the cosplay costume attention ... I mean, you get to comic books. These conventions a point in everyone’s life when their company Too Much Sugar in receive all this attention, but as are gaining in popularity so much parents tell them, “Enough, it’s Guelph. TMS offers costumes someone other than yourself.” that heavyweight stars such as time to stop playing dress-up.” A and commission work for Adam West, Nichelle Nichols and growing number of people, from various characters and events. Sandrock enjoys the creative process Robert Englund have made guest children to teenagers to older adults, that goes into creating a costume. appearances over the last few years. have taken a stand and continue Sandrock explained her hereditary “I love making the costume from to indulge in a form of dress-up predisposition towards cosplaying. scratch. Taking something like a For Sandrock, cosplay is more – but what they choose to do is “My parents have always been 2D drawing and making it 3D is than just a hobby, it’s a passion so much more sophisticated than Trekkies. They’ve always gotten really fun for me,” she revealed. and a big part of her life. As far as donning a simple child’s costume. dressed up to go to Star Trek This can be quite a time consuming her favorite cosplays go, she said, FRQYHQWLRQVµ6KHÀQDOO\WULHG process. For a simple schoolgirl “Edward Cullen, Yoko from the Cosplaying (short for “costume play”) cosplaying for herself in 2003. “I costume, Sandrock estimated it anime series Gurren Lagann, and Fai is the act of bringing a character was part of the anime club during takes about three hours from start D. Flourite from 7VXEDVD5HVHUYRLU from a comic book, video game, high school. I was invited to go WRÀQLVK6KHKDVDOVRZRUNHGRQ &KURQLFOHV.” With no signs of slowing 79VKRZÀOPRURWKHUPHGLDWR to Anime North for a day with some costumes so complex they down soon, both Sandrock and life through costuming and skits. the club and I thought it would be took around 100 hours to complete. the world of cosplay continue to 7KLVQHZDUWÀQGVLWVRULJLQVLQ fun.” And just which character did become more involved and complex, activities like medieval fairs, fancy Stephanie become for her induction All her hard work is not for allowing people everywhere the costume balls and Live Action Role- into the world of cosplay? “I dressed nothing, as cosplaying is turning chance to live out their fantasies Playing (LARPing). Cosplaying is up as Kiki, from .LNL·V'HOLYHU\ LQWRTXLWHDSURÀWDEOHEXVLQHVV for a day or two at a time. an increasingly popular activity and 6HUYLFH(an anime movie). I even Sandrock divulged that the a growing number of conventions had my hair cut like hers,” she said. PRVWVKH·VHYHUSURÀWHGIURP For more information, check dedicated to the art are developing. “I’ve been doing it ever since.” creating a costume for a client was out Sandrock’s cosplay design These conventions are becoming somewhere in the area of $1,300. company at toomuch sugar.ca; more frequent, involved and ,WPD\VHHPGLIÀFXOWIRUVRPHWR Anime North at animenorth. competitive places where individuals understand the appeal of cosplaying, For Sandrock, cosplay is a com; FanExpo at fanexpocanada. can express themselves through but a large part of what makes it serious thing. “Personally, I go com; and Con-G at con-g.com. intricate costumes and role-playing. so much fun is getting the chance all out,” she said. “I enter a lot of to be someone other than yourself competitions. I’ve won master level

DO GAMERS REALLY WANT TO GET OFF THE COUCH TO PLAY? Alison McGee | Interrobang Since 1972, when Magnavox released parents when I was “When you think Huntington. “It’s integrated in a WKH2G\VVH\WKHYHU\ÀUVWKRPH probably six or seven,” he explained. back to like, a (Nintendo) Virtual way that enhances the experience video game console, video games “I took it everywhere with me, from Boy or the Nintendo Power Glove, LQVWHDGRIWU\LQJWRUHGHÀQHWKH have quickly and steadily evolved. friend’s houses to family events. they seem really gimmicky. The big whole game.” He explained that the From 8-bit animation and sound But they never let me have a real thing today is trying to turn that game uses an innovative technology to 3D platforms to interactive and console. They thought I would gimmicky product into something called head tracking. “While competitive online gaming, gamers spend too much time just sitting in that people absolutely need.” you’re still playing with a regular have been experiencing new heights front of the TV playing games.” controller, if you turn your head to of gameplay with each innovation. Going overboard with motion the left or right, the driver’s head After working odd jobs for an entire FRQWUROZRXOGGHÀQLWHO\KLQGHUWKH on the screen and your view of the One of the most recent moves by summer and saving every penny, gaming experience, said Huntington. game pans in that direction.” designers was motion-controlled +XQWLQJWRQÀQDOO\WRRNPDWWHUVLQWR “It has to be done delicately to be JDPHV7KHÀUVWPRGHUQV\VWHP his own hands, buying a friend’s done well. Too much motion control Another devoted gamer, Pat Vis, to come out that used motion old Nintendo 64. Just as his parents will take away from the experience. holds a similar viewpoint. “I don’t controls was the Nintendo Wii, had feared, “I spent hours sitting There are subtle things, like if I’m really care for motion controls, as released in 2006. Presently on the most of the games that use them market are the Wii, the Kinect for aren’t made for the core gamer,” he Xbox 360 and PlayStation Move. explained. “However, I think they are a great way for kids and families to Motion-control games sound like a play games and to get into gaming.” great idea in theory: you can get up off the couch and physically control In essence, what Huntington wants what the character in the game does from a motion-control game is with your own body movements. VLPSOLFLW\´/HVVLVGHÀQLWHO\PRUHµ he expressed. So it would seem that Some gamers seem thoroughly the more serious the gamer, the less excited for this development, like interest there is in motion controls, Christine Harris, a casual gamer but even the most enthusiastic who plays once every couple of gamers can’t turn down every weeks. She said she especially gimmick. “I will say that I’m very enjoys playing games on the Kinect. in front of the TV playing 3HUIHFW playing Wii, Kinect or Move, and excited for the Star Wars game for “It’s awesome! I love being so Dark,” Huntington confessed. “My all it’s having you do is run on the Kinect. I want to be able to hold my involved. Like in .LQHFW6SRUWV– to gaming kind of just kept going from spot, that’s really good. With motion hand up to the screen and use The box, you have to really punch!” that point on. I bought myself a FRQWURO,ÀQGWKDWLILW·VJHWWLQJ Force,” Huntington confessed. PlayStation 2 and an Xbox. Now I you to try to do too many things Serious gamers seem to have a have all the new systems (Xbox 360, with the motion, it takes away from There appears to be a great divide different opinion on the matter. Joe Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3) and I the enjoyment of the game.” between those who are eager Huntington is an avid gamer who collect vintage systems and games.” for motion-controlled games, spends an average of 10 hours per There are some games that look and those who are wary of the week playing all types of games, Huntington said he is unsure how as though they’ll be achieving the change in gameplay. Gamers IURPÀUVWSHUVRQVKRRWHUVWRUROH he feels about new motion control right balance for motion control, hope that game designers will playing games. Huntington got his games. “I believe that it could go in a such as Microsoft’s implementation be able to strike a balance and gaming start early in life. “I got a good direction, but it could also go in of Kinect into their new racing give all gamers exactly the new (Nintendo) Game Boy from my a really bad direction,” he explained. game, )RU]D0RWRUVSRUW, said experience they are looking for. Erika Faust | Interrobang

In college, many couples meet in (the &DWDFO\VP) expansion. Leveling characters class or through friends. Others together is a blast, and it gives us something ÀQGHDFKRWKHULQWKHEDUDQG to do on nights we’d otherwise be spending club scenes. Still others turn to online sources The couple didn’t consider $60 to $80 at a bar or with friends.” like Plenty of Fish. But once in a while, you’ll WKHPVHOYHV´RIÀFLDOµXQWLO-XO\ meet a rare couple who didn’t meet in this 2009, when Tyler drove from Kansas City to Other gamer couples could consider :DUF UDI W world at all: they met in the :RUOGRI:DUFUDIW. Indianapolis. Kelsie packed up all her worldly a different way to hang out together, they possessions (her desktop and clothes) and said. “It’s a fun way to enjoy each other’s :RUOGRI:DUFUDIWis an online multiplayer role- moved across state lines to be with him. company, sitting right next to each other playing game. Each player controls a character of or a thousand miles away,” said Kelsie. a certain class, and each class has a special set of After moving into an apartment, the couple abilities and talents. Players complete quests to continued to play together, and Kelsie joined Today, the couple has been together for over two level up, eventually defeating bosses with large Tyler’s guild. “For me, it wasn’t too hard (to years and they are currently working to remodel groups of other players in events called raids. separate WoW from our real-life relationship) their home. “WoW has brought us together,” until new content came out,” said Kelsie. With said Kelsie. “We level alternate characters, do Tyler and Kelsie (last names withheld to protect new content, different parts of the world become heroic dungeons or run 10-man raids together.” privacy) are one of these unconventional couples accessible, meaning new dungeons and more The couple is also sure to take breaks a few who met in the game. Their story begins with complicated bosses to defeat. Kelsie said she nights every week from the game so they don’t Tyler teasing Kelsie on the WoW online forums. HVSHFLDOO\IHOWSUHVVXUHIURPWKHGLIÀFXOW\RIQHZ feel as though that is all they do. “We could live Kelsie looked him up on her server, Demon content. “It felt like we were bashing our heads without WoW, it’s just a pastime, but we play Soul, and the two began chatting in-game. Tyler against a wall. I don’t deal well with failure, so because we enjoy doing something together played a number of characters, including a Hunter I was taking out in-game things on him.” that’s inexpensive and fun,” she smiled. named Central and a Death Knight named Letdown, and Kelsie was working to level her Tyler said he has also noticed that playing the When they tell people how they met, “Most second character, a Shaman named Delightful. game together occasionally puts some strain on people are pretty surprised that a relationship their relationship. “Raiding together could lead to from a game was successful or even came “We really hit it off and ended up becoming arguing outside of the game, or one of us getting to fruition,” said Tyler, but it’s clear that FORVHIULHQGVIRUÀYHPRQWKVWDONLQJRQWKH angry at the other for messing around. Quite a few these two love fools couldn’t be happier. phone and through texts,” she explained. RIRXURIÁLQHÀJKWVVWHPPHGIURPWoW, especially when, for example, she would want to go out and So go on, /wave at that cute Gnome, or &KDWWLQJLQJDPHZDVGHÀQLWHO\DQXQFRQYHQWLRQDO do something on a raid night, things like that.” /wink at that hot young Undead – you way of getting to know each other. “Before we never know who you might meet! got together, it was sometimes the only way we “It really comes down to balancing the could talk … I wouldn’t even say we really ‘played’ JDPHZLWKRXWPDNLQJ\RXUVLJQLÀFDQW WRJHWKHUIRUWKHÀUVWIHZPRQWKV,WZDVMXVWFDVXDO other too angry,” he added. talking when we were online at the same time,” said Tyler. “Eventually it caused us to actually But WoW GHÀQLWHO\GRHVQ·WRQO\DGGQHJDWLYLW\ get to know each other a lot better because we to their relationship, Kelsie was sure to add. “It’s started organizing things (in-game) together.” inexpensive and really fun, especially with all the new quests and zones with

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It’s a grey, overcast day with a cool to the language, costuming and is a form of LARPing that takes place in real life. If you’re found out by a EUHH]HEORZLQJRYHUWKHÀHOG7KH etiquette. “There are a vast number in public, yet in total secrecy. “You member of the public, that would be a VRXQGVRIVZRUGVFODVKLQJÀOOWKH of choices for characters you could go into a bar or a restaurant big problem.” To adapt to the deeper air, along with war cries and shouts can create,” she said. “The SCA and have the game going on and no involvement of the game, “We started RIGHÀDQFH7KHEDWWOHLVUDJLQJ encompasses everything from the one else knew,” explained Stark. having private sessions. We would full force – knights exchanging HDUO\5RPDQVWRDERXW$' rent a place out for a night and then blows with their opponents At a feast you could have a Roman World of Darkness is a complex game everyone could come in full costume with longswords and axes while guard sitting next to a Tudor with its own mythology and extensive while maintaining that secrecy.” lords and ladies watch from their lady.” With such a wide variety rules. “There are books available that VHDWV$FURVVIURPWKHÀHOGLVD of choices of who to be and what set out the rules,” said Stark, “and there If you love to get dressed up, act out shopping plaza full of curious to do, and with a schedule that are guides to creating your character.” things that would regularly never RQORRNHUVWU\LQJWRÀJXUHRXWZK\ could keep you busy nearly every The mythology of the game follows happen in your day-to-day life or there is a medieval battle taking night of the week in London if you the idea that the biblical Cain was the you’re really into fantasy worlds, place in this modern world. were involved in everything, the ÀUVWYDPSLUHPDNLQJKLPWKHPRVW LARPing might just be the thing SCA is everything that a history- powerful, and every generation he for you. Live Action Role-Playing LARPing, which stands for Live loving LARPer could want. sired had weaker powers than the is a great way to play games and Action Role-Playing, is when a last. Every character has three major meet some awesome new friends. group of people play or act out a The SCA is much more than traits: mental, physical and social. game or story in the real world. simply dressing up in costume and Both the SCA and World of Darkness are Instead of rolling the dice to clash pretending you’re in the Middle According to Stark, many of the still going strong, with opportunities swords with your opponent, as Ages; a large part of the society’s players were eager to take the game for playing both games available in a traditional tabletop role- DFWLYLWLHVFHQWUHDURXQGÀJKWLQJ to the next level. “A lot of people locally. For more information playing game like Dungeons and 7KHUHLVKHDY\ÀJKWLQJZKLFK got into costuming with it, and that on how to get involved, visit sca. Dragons, you suit up in your best involves swords; thrown weaponry, wasn’t always feasible to do in public.” org or worldofdarkness.com real armor, grab a real (albeit which involves knives and axes; He added that the reason for the wooden and completely harmless) and archery. “It’s really safe,” said secrecy from the public was because sword and have a real battle. Hegler. “We have martials who “vampires aren’t supposed to exist LARPing has been around for check your armor and weapons decades and spans the globe, and all the time to make sure no one a particularly large society exists gets hurt. The weapons are all now right here in London. made of rattan and rubber, so they can’t actually slice you up.” Jenna Hegler is a member of the The SCA also offers activities for Society for Creative Anachronism those who enjoy more peaceful and has been since her university pursuits including sewing, days. “I went to Carlton and cooking, brewing, herb-craft there was a society on campus and different kinds of dance. called the Carlton Medievalists,” she explained. “It was really just Hegler said newcomers are made a ‘gateway drug’ to the SCA.” to feel welcome, and that there is a After graduating university, strong sense of community within Helger returned to London and the SCA. “Every group has a got involved in the local group. person whose job it is to make new 7KDW·VZKHUHVKHPHWKHUÀDQFp people comfortable, to make sure though she knew him only by they know a few things and really KLVFKDUDFWHUQDPHDWÀUVW WRJHWWKHPWRWKHLUÀUVWHYHQWµ

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Bury Me Beneath The Horsefeathers

MADISON FOSTER booking shows at the time. “The heard on newer, heartfelt songs mate Scott Brunt was one of his towards. INTERROBANG LP (Oh, Horsefeathers) is in including the tracks like “Little main influences when writing. “He With the full, hearty sound of the On October 22, friends, family response to what felt like a positive One”. was the one who really encouraged album, you would never guess that and fans all found themselves piled reaction to the EP by the music Gurr credited a lot of time and me the most to start singing and the recording process was done by into the main room at the London community in both London and patience to achieving the sound songwriting,” said Nicholas. personal friend Casey Wolfe, who Music Club to celebrate the CD outside of it.” given to stories of love and loss. He confessed that some tracks plays bass on the album. Nicholas releases of two local artists: Gurr, whose influence when “Dan Beeson from Magnetic on the album are some of the first described the experience as “bare Alanna Gurr’s Oh, Horsefeathers writing includes One Hundred Sound Studios in Guelph recorded songs he had ever written, but minimum, low-key and at times Bury Me Dollars, Julie Doiron and Frazey and mastered the album. He was recording them for Bury Me guerrilla style,” and said it couldn't and Graham Nicholas’ Beneath The Dance Floor Beneath The Dance Floor. Both Ford, described the full-length amazing, and really understood is how have been done without Wolfe, artists played songs from their first album as a transition into the folk what I wanted to do with the Nicholas was able to finally get to Simon Larochette, who mixed the rock sound from where she started songs,” she said. “I’m really going know them a little better. “I’ve album, and CHRW, the radio sta- full-length albums on a stage deco- Oh, Horsefeathers rated with a feather backdrop as as a singer-songwriter but with a to try to get out been playing some of them for so tion owned and operated by the others clapped, stomped and lot more of a full body sound. One there and hopefully noticed. Its long that it’s kind of like seeing the University of Western Ontario thing I noticed as I looked over the more what I wanted the songs to preacher’s face in the other side of Students’ Council, who helped by danced in the small spaces within Oh, Horsefeathers the crowd. At the show, I was case of is that sound like from the beginning.” the confession booth for the first loaning equipment to the cause and there are a few tracks that are Although Gurr said the recording time.” The love and pride he has by supporting Nicholas and Bury lucky enough to snag both releases Me Beneath The Dance Floor and spent most of the next day lis- repeated from the self-titled EP time needed to created this album for these songs show in the tender 100 tening to both, one after the other. including “Lovely Girl”, of beautiful and soulful folk and care taken to make the stories that per cent. The first one I put on was Oh, “October” and “Chapel”. The dif- blues songs took longer than antic- have inspired him for years into a Nicholas said that the sound cre- Horsefeathers. Gurr, a native of ference in sounds between the ipated, it was worth it because in well-rounded and blended sound ated on the album, clearly influ- Guleph, Ontario, made her mark tracks on the EP and LP make the the end there were a lot of friends with the perfect mix of instrumen- enced by great musicians including songs unique in their own way. who came out to help produce a tal and vocal harmonies. The dosey Townes Van Zandt, Hank on the London music scene before Oh, Horsefeathers graduating from the While the songs were originally sound that make doe-ing, foot-stomping sounds of Williams and Bruce Springsteen, Fanshawe/Western Media Theory recorded with more acoustic, a true success for Alanna Gurr and tracks like “Her Name is Rock and also couldn’t have been possible and Production program. In that instrumental accents, when listen- makes it an album definitely worth Roll” play well against some of the without all the great local musi- ing to the full-length LP, I was the listen. more heartfelt newer tracks includ- cians in making Bury Me Beneath time, she recorded an EP which The Dance Floor was released in September 2010 on astounded by the more electric and One of the friends responsible ing “In the Blue of Noon” and what it is: a cre- raw guitar sound – the perfect for the success of Oh, “Keepin' the Soul Alive”. ative and confident first step for Oh! Records, the same label that Horsefeathers has released titles from other local complement to Gurr’s soft twang is Graham Nicholas, Although these slower, more sway- Graham Nicholas. that could be described as a voice who created his own success with worthy numbers may act as a bit of Both albums, Oh, Horsefeathers artists including Olenka and the Bury Me Beneath The Dance Autumn Lovers and The Whipping that could sing lullabies to kittens. the release of his full-length album, a breather when your hands are and Lovers of the original acoustic Bury Me Beneath The Dance sore from clapping to the beat, they Floor, are available at Grooves Wind. Floor When asked about the EP, Gurr sounds that were first produced by . also show Nicholas’ maturity as an Records, located at 353 Clarence said it was to basically try out what Gurr should not fear, though; the Nicholas, a veteran of the local artist with a different style of song- St. she had since, she had only began more gentle melodies can still be band Red Horse, said that band- writing he has been moving

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Everybody cut Footloose

REEL VIEWS Alison McGee [email protected]

Footloose (2011)

Sure, nothing can really compare to the 1984 Kevin Bacon classic dance flick Footloose, but the new 2011 modernization from director Craig Brewer certainly comes close. Ren MacCormack has moved from big city Boston to small town Beaumont in the wake of family tragedy. With his father gone and his mother dead, Ren is taken in by CREDIT: PARAMOUNT PICTURES Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough star in Footloose. his aunt and uncle and forced to adapt to the conservative, Christian ways of Beaumont. Ren quickly Bringing life to the mischievous, played by the immensely funny learns two things about Beaumont: rebellious preacher’s daughter and talented Miles Teller. Teller he’s falling for the preacher’s Ariel is another newcomer, embodies the shy, awkward side of daughter and dancing within city Julianne Hough. Hough, who is Willard as well as the inarguable limits is against the law. As Ren best known for her amazingly tal- attractiveness of the down home navigates his way though a danger- ented performances on Dancing country boy. ous love triangle, new friendships With The Stars, proves that she All in all, Footloose is a good and a new life, he sets his sights on also has acting chops in her first watch. It is not the original. It is not CREDIT: MILLAJ.COM having the law against dancing leading role. Hough plays the a total overhaul of the story. It is a repealed. rebel, the good girl and the activist tasteful, entertaining update to Attempting to fill the shoes of all in one in the complicated role of allow a more modern audience to the infamous Bacon is relative Ariel. Hough never falls flat for a identify with and enjoy the story. Jovovich faces a moment, and through her charac- Although remakes are not always newcomer Kenny Wormald. Previously appearing in dancing ter’s good times and bad, she favourites of either fans or critics, roles in Centre Stage: Turn it Up draws the audience in and makes this one is worth your time if you and Clerks II, Wormald now boo- them care. have any affection for the original. challenging role Dennis Quaid and Andie The music, the dancing, the gies his way into leading man terri- tory. It can be daunting to appear in MacDowell play Ariel’s parents, laughter and the well-intentioned REMINGTON BOCKWINKEL case, Detective Kerrest (Julian a beloved remake, but Wormald Shaw and Vi Moore. Quaid gives rebellion against “the man” make INTERROBANG McMahon of Nip/Tuck). As you does not fail to impress. With the an adequate performance as the for a fun-filled flick. A warning, Faces in the Crowd might suspect, though, the detec- same vim and vigor that Bacon Southern preacher, but it feels though: if you intend to go into this tive’s frustration towards Anna originally brought to the role, more like he is simply reciting his hoping for an exact replica of the (2011) soon turns to affection. Kerrest Wormald gives an electric energy lines than putting any emotion into original, you may be well advised works closely with Anna as the to Ren MacCormack, making it. MacDowell seems to simply to skip it and save yourself agoniz- killer, who learns of her condition, every moment he appears on fade into the background. ing over minor details that have begins to play mind games. screen thoroughly entertaining. Fan favourite (and certainly my been changed. Milla Jovovich takes a break Jovovich and McMahon are favourite) awkward Willard is from tangling with the undead to both very good in this film playing star in the new to home video against type. Jovovich, currently thriller Faces in the Crowd, which working on her fifth Resident Evil tells the tale of a woman suffering film, has become known as one of from a rare condition after witness- cinema’s top female action stars, ing a murder. kicking zombie butt and taking In Faces in the Crowd, Jovovich names, yet here she plays a very (Resident Evil, The Three fragile character, and she pulls it Musketeers) stars as Anna, a off beautifully. McMahon is best schoolteacher who witnesses a known as plastic surgeon Dr. serial killer offing yet another vic- Christian Troy of Nip/Tuck, one of tim. In her attempts to flee the television’s most egotistical and killer’s wrath, Anna takes a nasty self-centred characters, but he fall, and wakes up with a life- seems equally adept at playing the changing condition. no-frills, heroic detective. Both Anna awakens in the hospital show that they are anything but suffering from Prosopagnosia one-trick ponies. (“face-blindness”), which serious- Faces in the Crowd features a ly impairs her ability to recognize really unique premise and great anyone. While she can still see acting from the two leads. The film other objects and bodily features, does drag a little near the end, but she may look at someone’s face 10 it really does outperform most times and it will look different to other films in the serial killer/vic- her each time. tim on the run genre. It also really This condition obviously pre- makes you think about the gifts vents Anna from helping out with most people taken for granted, like the case against the killer, much to the ability to distinguish one face the dismay of her contact on the from another. 26 LIFESTYLES Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

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LATE NIGHT CONAN with Jimmy Fallon with Conan O’Brien The iPod’s been around for 10 McDonald’s announced that they years, which is also the length of will sell the McRib sandwich only time it takes to untangle your iPod until November 14. Unfortunately, it headphones. looks like I’ll have to cook for Wal-Mart is planning to reduce Thanksgiving after all. its healthcare plan for new employ- A bank in Washington was ees. Which explains why today, my robbed by two men in George W. greeter was like, “Hello, welcome to Bush masks. Luckily, right after- Wal-Mart. Would you mind check- wards two guys in President Obama ing out this mole?” masks came and bailed the bank out. I just read that a bear broke into a President Obama was back in Los I . . . Angeles today, where he will appear I really don’t candy store in Tennessee and started know what to tell eating all the candy. That’s right, a on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, you guys. live bear filled with candy. Or as to highlight the one job that was Sarah Palin calls that, “the best piña- saved during his administration. ta ever.” They have buried Moammar New Jersey Gov. Chris Gadhafi at a secret undis- But we only Christie is going to Israel. closed location. In other We require sell coffee here. He’s going to be pretty dis- words, it's going to be the a demonic substance appointed when he finds out best season of The Amazing to complete our Believe me when the Gaza Strip isn’t a steak. Race yet. summoning I say that will do nicely ritual. for our needs. THE TONIGHT SHOW JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE with Jay Leno with Jimmy Kimmel A judge has ordered Lindsay Lohan I personally didn't watch Dancing to work at the L.A. morgue. This way With the Stars tonight because if she can do community service and there's anything I learned from the visit her career at the same time. new Footloose remake, it’s that danc- It seemed that after he was killed, ing is a sin and should not be tolerated. Gadhafi’s body was stored at a com- The world was supposed to end mercial freezer at a shopping mall. It’s Friday. I don’t think it did, though. one thing to hunt a guy down and shoot Harold Camping also predicted the him twice in the head, but then to drag apocalypse was going to happen back him to the mall? Come on, guys hate in May and I don’t think that one hap- that. pened either. Well, you know what A Libyan rebel has admitted to they say, the third apocalypse is the killing Moammar Gadhafi. He said he charm. shot Gadhafi twice in the temple, to Today was National Greasy Foods which Michele Bachmann said, “I did- Day. This is America, every day is n’t even know the guy was Jewish.” greasy foods day. So, you Rick Perry unveiled his hear that, Michelle new tax plan. He says he Obama? You can take wants a flat tax. He believes your celery sticks and At least he didn’t make her smell his feet. that tax should be flat, just throw them in the deep

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Fanshawe Career Services Fanshawe student job listings, visit posts all jobs directly to our job fanshaweonline.ca or www.fan- posting system, which you can shawec.ca/careerservices. access at fanshaweonline.ca or 29 Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ SPORTS&LEISURE

Men’s volleyball gearing up for tough season

TYLER GARY get the right set, but sometimes and they were very excited to final- INTERROBANG they find themselves out of posi- ly see what all the other teams look Fanshawe’s men’s volleyball tion and missing some easy balls. like. team has been practicing hard this But they are finding it easier to If the men are willing to work week to maintain the Falcons’ win- trust one another on defense now hard enough and come together as ning tradition. and are learning each other’s a team, the sky’s the limit. The With the team losing over half of strengths on offence. Falcons open the regular season its roster this year and filling it With the team being a very with three road games beginning with new faces, they knew they young one this year, they feel that on November 3 at Redeemer, fol- would have to learn how everyone when they come together com- lowed by games on November 5 at plays and bond as a team. Over the pletely, they will be a very strong Humber and November 9 at past few weeks, the men have been and fast team. Sheridan. The Falcons have their doing just that; they have been The men headed to the Humber home opener on November 11 at 8 practicing every night, to gear up Cup tournament October 28 where p.m. versus Mohawk in J-gym. for the start of the season. they got a good look at the compe- Support teh men at all the home Team members said they are tition for this year and also saw games and tournaments – check focusing their practices on serving whether all their practice is paying tinyurl.com/mensvball2011 for the and defensive positions. They all off. They haven’t had much in- full schedule. know that they can hit when they game experience this year so far CREDIT: JOHN MATISZ Former Fanshawe Falcon basketball player Pat Sewell is embarking on a professional career with the London Lightning. The Lightning will be playing in the newly formed National Basketball League. Even better for Women’s volleyball team playing strong Sewell, he’s a life-long Londoner.

TYLER GARY team, focusing on each member’s on October 28 and 29 for the INTERROBANG strengths. They said the competi- Humber Cup tournament. The Fanshawe’s women’s volleyball tion is looking strong this year, but Falcons open the regular season team started the year knowing they that isn’t bringing them down with three road games beginning Lightning’s local player a had to rebuild and focus on team because even with the fresh-faced on November 3 at Redeemer, fol- chemistry to win, and the team is team, they have still found the way lowed by games on November 5 at doing just that: they’ve started the to win. Humber and November 9 at proud Fanshawe alumni year strong, playing in a Niagara With the near win at the Niagara Sheridan. The Falcons have their Falls Tournament October 21 and tournament, the team is even more home opener on November 11 at 6 KIRSTEN ROSENKRANTZ What does being on the placing third. excited and geared towards a very p.m. versus Mohawk in J-gym. INTERROBANG London Lightning team mean to The women said they were play- strong year. They look strong on Show your Falcon pride at all the On October 25, I had the chance you? ing very strong defense and their offence, but like all sports, defense home games and tournaments – to swing by the London “It’s a dream come true. What offence was on, with spiking and wins games, so my hope is that you can find their schedules online Lightning’s practice. With their else can I ask for, I’m playing at serving being game-changers they always keep the focus towards at tinyurl.com/womensvball2011 regular season home opener on home professionally.” throughout the tournament. They that. or outside the Athletic Office. November 3 at the John Labatt What would you be doing if have started to come together as a The women played at Humber Centre just a week away, I was for- you weren’t playing basketball? tunate enough to snag Fanshawe “Well, I graduated from alum Pat Sewell for a quick Q&A. Construction at Fanshawe, so Standing at 6’5,” 26-year-old that’s what I was doing prior to Men’s basketball shaking off jitters Sewell is one of two Canadian this. I was currently trying to players on the National Basketball become a police officer, so that’s TYLER GARY but they ended up losing in late in which is never a bad thing.” League team. The Short Forward kind of on hold right now.” INTERROBANG the game. Despite the loss, it was a Another strong point to the sea- has been called a “beast” by Coach What are your hobbies? The Fanshawe men’s basketball great time for the team to feel out son thus far is everyone seems to Michael Ray Richardson, and “Sports! I’ve also played volley- team have been working to fix the the competition and each other in be playing with a lot of hustle and given Sewell’s career, it’s easy to ball, badminton, bowling, pool holes in their game. The team is an exhibition game. heart; they want to win no matter see why. everything and anything athletic. full of first-year players and differ- “We lost the game in the last how much work has to be put in. Can you tell me a little bit That’s what I enjoy doing.” ent talent sets and they are working quarter. We were down by three The men begin their regular season about how you got into playing Which basketball player do on putting it all together. points going into the second half November 2 at Sheridan, then on basketball and describe your you admire most, whether “We have been working a lot on and were keeping it close, but the November 4 travel to Lambton. career so far? they’re in the NBA or any other chemistry and defense over the last last quarter just killed us,” said The Falcons home opener is “I pretty much got into it as soon league? couple weeks. We’re still looking Ragobar. November 9 versus Humber at 8 as I could start walking. My dad “I’ve never really had a lost out there at some points, and The game was also missing a lot p.m. in J-gym. Remember to come was on the back-to-back national favourite player or team or any- we are working to get rid of that,” of key players, said coach Glenn out and support your Falcons – championship team at Fanshawe thing like that as I was growing up, said player Aaron Ragobar. Johnston, “which was a perfect check their schedule online at back in ’80 and ’81, and so as soon just because I was always on the go The team played a strong game opportunity to play the rookies and tinyurl.com/mensbball2011 or out- as I could pick up a ball, he had me myself. I played OVA (Ontario against Centennial on October 2, let them have some playing time, side the Athletics Office. shooting. I played a couple years Volleyball Association) volleyball, OBA (Ontario Basketball I played volleyball in high school, Association). I went to South stuff like that, so I never really (Secondary School), and my last attached myself to any player or year at South we won the champi- team. I guess I just mostly looked Lady Falcons kicking for championship onship at the cities and WOSSAA. up to my parents.” “Then I came to Fanshawe from What are your future goals on CHRIS LETHBRIDGE filled with excellent scoring will play the eighth-ranked team in high school and played there for the court? INTERROBANG chances for both teams. The best the country, the Algonquin three years. My last year was my “Well, it’s hard to say really. I They needed extra time to do so, chances for both came inside the Thunder, who defeated Conestoga most successful; we went unde- didn’t think I’d get to this point and but the Fanshawe Falcons last 10 minutes. For Fanshawe, it 4-1 in their quarter-final game. feated, won provincials and won here I am, so I’m just taking it in.” women’s soccer team is heading to was Uyl who got in behind the Algonquin hold an overall record our first game at nationals. I blew Lastly, do you have any advice the final four after defeating the Durham defense and sent the ball of 7-0-1, scoring 32 goals while my ankle in the last quarter of the for young basketball players and Durham Lords 2-1 in their OCAA just over the crossbar. Minutes allowing just 3. first game, and that was all she current Fanshawe Falcons? quarterfinal on October 22. later, it was Durham player Megan The other semi-final game has wrote for a bit. I had a year off and “Train hard; off season is huge. Jory-Lynn Uyl was the hero on Arsenault who had a clear shot at the number two ranked team in the then I went to the University of You can accomplish anything. the day, scoring both goals for the the net and sent her shot just past country, the Humber Hawks, fac- Toronto to finish off my basketball When I was at Fanshawe, my first Falcons and putting them in the the left post. ing off against the Seneca Sting. career – didn’t do too well there two years I never really trained. It championship weekend tourna- After 90 minutes, the score Seneca who are 5-0-3 on the year, actually, but what can you do? And was after my second year I was ment for the third consecutive sea- remained 1-1, forcing 30 minutes defeated Sheridan 4-1 in the quar- then I took another year off; I like, ‘Alright, I want a champi- son. of overtime and, if needed, a ter-finals. They will be looking to thought my playing days at the onship, I know what I need to do,’ Uyl opened the scoring in the shootout. Twenty-five minutes into upset the defending champions competitive level were over. I and I trained every single day, 22nd minute by putting home a overtime, Uyl capped off her all- who are 9-0-0 this season and com- played in the city league, nothing always in the gym working out, rebound from inside the box. star performance with her second ing off 1-0 win over La Cite. too crazy, and then (London getting shots up and it paid off. We Durham responded in the 31st goal of the game and seventh of the The winners of both semi-final Lightning) started up and here we went undefeated, I got named play- minute with a goal of their own season. The goal stood as the game games faced off in the champi- are.” er of the year; it couldn’t have been after a defensive breakdown gave winner and Fanshawe avoided the onship on October 29. The winners Which of your coaches has any better.” the Lords a 3 on 2 break. Durham upset and ended the Lords’ season. of that game were crowned provin- influenced you the most? Tickets for the November 3 player Leanne Fomenko chipped Fanshawe advanced to the final cial champions and will represent “Well, probably at Fanshawe, London Lightning regular season the ball over Fanshawe keeper four tournament, which was played Ontario at the National Glenn Johnston. He took me from home opener against the Halifax Sarah King, making the score 1-1 October 28 and 29 at Humber Championships in Quebec City a scrawny little 19-year-old to a Rainmen are available at lightning- after the first half. College. Their semi-final game from November 9 to 12. 22-year-old superstar – at the basketball.ca and johnlabattcen- The second half of the game was took place on October 28. They time.“ tre.com. 30 SPORTS&LEISURE Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

Protect your patellas Hockey for math geeks JEREMY WALL Desjardins. Behind the Net INTERROBANG describes itself as “the first site to cause for the injury. It can humble thering the injury. Tight and Are sporting outcomes deter- break player performance down the most athletic person by severe- inflexible quads and or hamstrings mined by chance, or by a series of for every man-advantage (5v5, ly limiting their vertical leap, or can lead to unnecessary strain from complicated metrics? This is the 5v4, 4v5, etc.) and to statistically FUN AND FITNESS slowing their overall agility and different angles on the tendon. RICK MELO geeky question that has been posed measure the Quality of [email protected] speed. Like most injuries, there are Weak quad muscles often force in the film Moneyball, based off Competition that players face different stages of severity: initial exponential amounts of stress on the bestselling book of the same when they’re on the ice. In addi- stages typically include minor pain the tendon as well. A well-bal- name by Michael Lewis. tion, we track advanced statistics If you’ve been unfortunate after activity, while chronic stages anced flexibility and strength train- In Moneyball, Billy Beane, gen- such as On-Ice Shot Differential, enough to be an athlete who has involve pain during activity or, in ing routine focusing on these mus- eral manager of the Oakland Faceoff Zone Starts and On-Ice suffered from patellar tendonitis, worse cases, can linger even with- cle groups is often prescribed. Athletics, attempts to build a com- Shooting and Save Percentage.” you know how debilitating it can out any physical activity. The Playing surfaces are also an impor- petitive baseball team on a budget For stats geeks, it’s hockey heav- be. It is often called “jumper’s important thing to understand is tant factor to consider. If you grew by using scientific scouting. en. For everyone else, it’s a bit knee” because the jumping sports that there are several causes that up your entire life playing such Scientific scouting employs com- complicated, so I’ll try to give a are typically the cause. If you are a can lead to patellar tendonitis. sports on hard cement, chances are plicated metrics and algorithms couple of clear examples. basketball or volleyball player who First and foremost, like any type you’ve experienced bum knees at known as sabermetrics, pioneered Take, for example, the statistic has never experienced the issue, of tendonitis, it is an overuse prob- one point or another. by stats geek Bill James, to deter- known as With Or Without You then you should be extremely lem, as mentioned. Oftentimes, Whatever it may be that con- mine who the most undervalued (WOWY). Describing this stat, thankful. rest is enough to alleviate the pain. tributes to your patellar tendonitis, ballplayers are. Sabermetrics behindthenet.ca states that it looks Jumper’s knee is an inflamma- In other cases, ice immediately it is important to get it diagnosed attempt to measure every tiny little at what happens to a team’s goals tion of the patellar tendon caused after the activity followed by rest as soon as possible. It’s one thing performance of every player in a for and goals against when a play- by overuse. When considering the will suffice. However, time away to be out of commission for a few baseball game, breaking each er is in the line-up as opposed to biomechanical forces acting on the from the physical activity may not regular season games, but it’s game’s event down into what are when he is out of the line-up. The tendon caused by repetitive jump- be enough and there are most like- another if you need a cane by the essentially mathematical probabil- idea is to measure statistically the ing, it is easier to visualize the ly other mechanisms of action fur- time you’re 45 years old. ities. effect a single player has on the This sort of statistical geekiness outcome of a game. Another has gained popularity mostly in example is Wins Above baseball, as evidenced by the suc- Replacement (WAR), which sets a cess of Moneyball (both the book replacement level for a goal- Calling an audible and movie). But this concept has tender’s save percentage and then been exported to other sports, determines how much higher a including hockey. A number of goalie is above that save percent- and the offence hasn’t been able to a bit of a disappointment at times websites have been created by age in both five-on-five even pick up the slack. However, after a this year, and the Bills have super-fans and statisticians to strength and five-on-four penalty big win against the Chargers, the defended the run well. Expect a focus solely on complex hockey kill situations. The idea here is NFL CZAR Jets had a bye week to get ready good load of LaDainian Tomlinson JUSTIN VANDERZWAN metrics, alternatives to traditional similar to WOWY, to measure for this game. as well. Jackson may well be an statistics such as goals, assists, how much a single goalie con- Key Matchups MVP candidate if the Bills make points and goaltender goals- tributes to a team’s win. 1. Darrelle Revis vs. Stevie the playoffs. However, at some against-average. The stats prof- The metrics can get pretty com- I was going to go with the Johnson: In order to beat the Jets, it point, the Bills will want to get fered by these websites attempt to plicated. They’re stuff for sports “Dream Team” vs. the Bears on usually means staying away from backup running back (and 2010 break the game of hockey down geeks. And stats geeks, too. As Monday night, but I have decided “Revis Island.” Unfortunately for first round pick) C.J. Spiller more into a series of individual events Professor John Frink said in an to make a switch for the first time the Bills, Johnson will likely be involved. with mathematical outcomes. episode of The Simpsons that was this year. Instead, I am going to facing Revis in this one. They need The Rundown Considering the speed and flow of about sabermetrics in baseball, highlight a key AFC East matchup to keep Johnson involved, but it This one should be tighter than a single game of hockey, this is not “Baseball is a sport played by the between the New York Jets and the will be a tough task. people think. As I said before, a lot a simple task. dextrous, but understood only by Buffalo Bills. Shockingly enough, 2. Mark Sanchez vs. Ryan of the focus will be on the QBs, One of these websites is the poindextrous.” It seems that the Bills are in position to push for Fitzpatrick: Both of these quarter- and the one who plays better likely behindthenet.ca, run by Queen’s the same could be true for any a wild-card spot in the AFC play- backs have been inconsistent on wins the game for their team. This University grad Gabriel sport, hockey included. offs. In order to make it, they will the year, but have led their teams time, I think it will be Fitzpatrick have to win tough games like this to impressive records. The main and the Bills in the upset, 24-20. one. With a win over the Patriots problem with each of these QBs is Just for fun, I’ll give you the already, the Bills are ready for the that they must limit the turnovers. Monday night pick anyway. Give spotlight. If they do that, they may have big me the Bears, 31-20. London Knights serving it The Jets, on the other hand, have games. For next week, I will take a look been an up-and-down squad for 3. Shonn Greene vs. Fred at a huge NFC matchup, which much of the year. The defence has- Jackson: Tough running will will likely have playoff implica- up at Jack Astor’s n’t been as good as in recent years, decide this game. Greene has been tions. PATRICIA CIFANI and a recent graduate of Fanshawe INTERROBANG from the Corporate On November 1, the London Communication and Public Knights will be at the newly Relations program. “It’s important Dixie returns to TNA ownership opened Jack Astor’s on Richmond for us to give back to those who Row. From 6 to 8 p.m., all 24 play- continue to support us and we love Knockouts division for some rea- after losing to him in a very con- ers will be signing autographs and being out and about in the city. To son, even though Immortal has troversial fashion. I still can’t serving your Jack Astor’s have the opportunity to drive our lost their power, and she is still believe how much effort they put favourites. If you’re a fan of the fans directly through the doors of THE HEEL TURN intent on making life hell for the into building Roode up for what Knights, this would be a great way Jack Astor’s makes it a successful SCOTT STRINGLE to meet your favourite players and event for the restaurant and for the [email protected] Knockouts. The only way to make amounted to nothing. He got this situation right is to send through the Bound For Glory support them. team.” Karen packing with the rest of her points series ahead of everyone This is a great opportunity for If you’re a London Knights fan, It was an emotional start to last Immortal family and raise Traci else, and his recent promos were the London Knights to get out into come out to Jack Astor’s and meet week’s Impact as Dixie Carter Brooks back up to the Knockout bordering on epic as he flat-out the community and give back to the team. Who knows, one of these made her return as owner of the Law position she had originally. stated that his 13 years of hard their fans and supporters. “This boys might be a future NHL play- company after being shut out for Sting now has the power to do that work and sacrifice in the business event is about getting out into the er, and not only can you say you nearly a year. Carter was very if he really wants to wipe the stain were leading to this title shot. community and working with our met them and got an autograph, but nearly in tears as she thanked all of Immortal out of TNA. How can you give someone such a sponsors,” explained Natalie you can say that they served you at the fans for supporting her and Perhaps the icon Sting just heavy push, only to deny them the Wakabayashi, Marketing Manager Jack Astor’s. never giving up hope that she needs time to grow comfortable heavyweight gold that they at London Knights Hockey Club would gain control again. She with his new power, which he unquestionably deserve? specifically asked Sting to come never actually asked for or expect- Instead, TNA allowed the out, and a surprising development ed. He was also apparently unable Cowboy James Storm to beat occurred as Sting was granted a to change a stipulation in the con- Angle for the belt, in a match that general manager position of sorts. tract between Bobby Roode and had to be around five minutes at 9 41568237 This means he now has the author- Kurt Angle that stated that Roode most. This is rumoured to be lead- 367291485 ity to run the day-to-day wrestling was not allowed a rematch against ing towards a Roode heel turn, so 285347 619 business, as Carter is headed back the Olympic gold medallist. I may maybe the company actually does to TNA headquarters to try to deal not know anything about how have a plan. I’m sure most fans 5 7 8 9 243 6 1 with the mess Hulk Hogan and binding contracts are, but surely would agree that it better be a 43617 5892 Eric Bischoff left her with. this no longer applies as it was a good one to make amends for Despite Sting having new stipulation that Hogan and Roode being screwed out of the 1 9 2 836 5 7 4 authority, there were some ques- Bischoff put in, and they are no championship run he should have 6147 82953 tionable incidents that he could longer at the wheel. gotten. 8 59413726 have perhaps over-ruled. Karen The bottom line is that Roode Jarrett is still the VP of the did not get to face Angle again 723659148 31 Volume 44 Issue No. 10 October 31, 2011 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ SPORTS&LEISURE

Games for soccer geeks

FANSHAWE FC MARTY THOMPSON sensandsoccerfan@hot- mail.com

Every sport seems to have their own thing that fans use to geek out. Football is no different. A new sea- son brings new toys for soccer fans CREDIT: MAZDA to drool over. The Mazda 3 GS is great car to drive, and with pricing under $20,000, it The FIFA video game series by can fit into any budget. EA Sports is one of the most pop- ular game series in the world. The series continues to improve on Mazda3 GS a real pleasure itself, and that’s no different with this year’s newest release, FIFA 12. The new edition includes a to drive groundbreaking defensive system. Players of previous titles were CREDIT: FIFA 12 much attention. While the new six- bound to just hold down the FIFA 2012 gives soccer fans everywhere something to geek out over. speed manual benefits from short- ‘Standing Tackle’ button and er throws and lighter weight, it is watch their defender hurtle The second video game for soc- easily through a number of differ- MOTORING not the big story here. The big towards the ball, but no longer is it cer geeks this fall is Football ent ways. More emphasis is made NAUMAN FAROOQ changes have been reserved for the that simple. Players now must Manager 2012, the newest instal- on the star system to grade ability [email protected] new six-speed automatic. manually run and jockey with the ment from Sports Interactive. If and potential, as most of it is made This new automatic not only ball carrier and press the standing any player of the far more popular available without having to go to improves fuel economy by seven tackle to stick out a leg at the ball. FIFA series found themselves each players scouting reports. The The Mazda3 is a popular model per cent, but also gives a much Along with slight tweaks to playing the ‘Manager Mode’ to no game also features a system that for its maker, and there is a good more connected feel when being offensive play, the newest edition end, this is the game for you. In allows a vast amount of informa- reason why: it is easily one of the used in a sporty manner. This new is much more difficult than previ- FM, you play as the manager of a tion per page by your resolution, so best new cars you can buy for transmission has a torque convert- ous ones. When playing the AI, team and use all tools at your dis- you will always have as much info under $20,000. er for low speeds and a multi-plate early players will have a rude posal to create a winning side, as you need. For new players, the For this reason, Mazda sells clutch for higher speed shifts. awaking: this game is hard. Many doing everything from team talks brand new tutorial has received these by the bucket load. It makes What this all means is when you experienced FIFA players have to tactics to buying and selling plenty of praise, and will easily up one-third of all Mazdas sold in use this transmission in its been left to scale their difficulty players. And with just about any help you through how to play. A North America and Mexico. Since StepTronic mode, the gear changes levels back a few as the AI’s league in the world available, it’s new depth chart system and a com- this model’s birth, over three mil- are lightning fast when you gear defence is ruthless and its attack is the most enjoyable – and geeky – pletely revamped team talk struc- lion units have been sold globally, up, and even blips the throttle on also much more capable. However, game out there for football fans. ture give this game an update to the of which 367,000 of these found a down shifts. This is very clever the game offers new tools you can To the current Football devoted and an easy pick-up-and- home in Canada. and exciting stuff. use to beat defenders, such as pre- Manager players, the newest edi- play value for newer gamers to the Due to this model’s popularity, Trust me, if you bought this cision dribbling. Things like the tion truly doesn’t disappoint. The series. Mazda has just opened a new pro- automatic for convenience, you new impact engine and dynamic layout has seen some major With consistent updates to these duction facility in Mexico to pro- won’t feel short-changed for times presentation prove to be neat little improvements since last year’s already incredible series, these two duce the Mazda3 for North when you just wanna have some additions that keep this series rele- version. In short, the new layout tools for soccer fans should be American consumption. fun. vant and entertaining year after allows you to make educated deci- enough to geek out on in between The model being built will be However, all is not glowing year. sions about your team quickly and games. the new Mazda3. From the outside, regarding the new powertrain. it doesn’t look much different. The While the new engine is more keen eye will spot the new front powerful and more efficient, it has bumper; otherwise all is pretty very little torque at low speeds. much exactly the same, which is When accelerating away from a not a bad thing. traffic light, my co-driver and I soccer Inside is pretty much the same both found the acceleration to be a story as well. It is the same interi- bit sluggish. Talking to other peo- The Women’s Soccer Team is at the Ontario College Athletic or that has been with us for some ple at this cars launch in sunny time, and it continues to stay that California, and they all agreed it Association Championships on Oct 28-30. They take on the Algonquin way. could make do with some extra get Thunder in the Semi-Finals. The tournament takes place in Vaughan at What has changed, specifically up and go. the Ontario Soccer Centre. Good luck ladies! on the mid-range GS-model, is the Once on the move, the engine is stuff you cannot easily see. I’m fine and the transmission really talking about the internals of the does make up for any deficiency in cross-country engine and transmission. power. The Mazda3 GS will become the One area the Mazda3 was The Men’s and Women’s Cross Country team are headed to Ft. Henry first model in the company’s port- always very good at was in the ride for the OCAA Provincial Championships. They will give it all they have folio to receive their new SkyActiv and handling department. That to defend their title as provincial champions. Good luck! engines and transmissions. remains unchanged and I’m glad What is SkyActiv all about? about that. No other compact car is This is Mazda’s new technolo- as much fun to drive through the volleyball gy, and the innovation they have twisties as much as the Mazda3, come up with is a first in the indus- and that still remains true with the The Men’s and Women’s Volleyball Teams are on the road this week try. While nearly all combustion new model. No wonder Mazda had battling Redeemer University College on Nov. 3 and Humber College engines have pistons (except the chosen a twisty route through the on Nov. 5. The Women play at 6pm and the Men play at 8pm. rotary engine), the piston in any hills and canyons of Pasadena, car from a Fiat to a Ferrari is California for this launch. The almost the same. The pistons in the roads we drove on were easily the basketball SkyActiv engines are different. best I have ever seen, and hope to They have radically reshaped the one day again visit the area and The Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams compete at piston head to make more use out drive on those roads again. Sheridan College on Nov. 2 and at Lambton College on Nov. 4. of a combustion – in other words, The base Mazda3 GX, which The Women play at 6pm and the Men play at 8pm. it requires less effort to make does not get the new engine and more power. So while the old 2.0- transmission, starts at $15,595. litre, four-cylinder engine (which The Mazda3 GS SkyActiv (the is still offered on the base Mazda3 new model) starts at $18,995. The OPEN RECREATION INTRAMURAL SPORTS GX) produced 148 hp, the new top-of-the-line GT model also Come participate in some fun events still accepting women’s hockey engine with the same displacement doesn’t get the new hardware, and taking place every Tuesday, individual entries. produces 155 hp. Not a huge gain, it is priced at $23,695. Quick note: Thursday and Sunday night Deadlines have been extended. but when you take into considera- both the sedan and hatchback body at 10:00. See J0134 for more information. tion that it has also improved fuel styles are available on all the mod- economy by 15 per cent (average els. of 7.2-litres/100 km on a combined So the SkyActiv engine is good, open gym time available during the day. all you need is a cycle), the improvements are a step the transmission is even better and campus card. see daily schedule. in the right direction. the pricing is very competitive. The engine, however, is only Should you go out and buy one? fanshawe college athletics 519-452-4430 part of the new technology – the Yes. www.fanshawec.ca/athletics j1034 transmission has received just as