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Late in the evening of Feb. 1 it was decided that the WLUSU election would be postponed due to the pending snowstorm; the election will instead begin on Feb. 3 at 8 a.m.

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Cover photography by Megan Cherniak, photography manager dent. Colin LeFevre ended up beating Ross Fraser by 97 Quote ofthe week: "Actually, ifhe created asex room that would be amazing" votes. -In Depth Editor Rebecca Vasluianu re: Aeron Lawrence's platform goal of creating a games area in the 24-HourLounge • 3 THE CORD Wednesday, February 2, 2011 Inside Campus 4 Local 8 National 9 NEWS World 10 News Director Linda Givetash • igivetash(athecord.ca Food Services accumulates tremendous deficit Laurier plans to recover $3.65 million deficit gradually, though additional measures may be on the horizon a There's no magic fruit tree out there we can pull money out of, we're goingto have to earn it, one operation at a time."

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We weren't very efficient with the way we were managing people. The collective agree-

ment ... was definitely not in the university's best interests."

—Dan Dawson Director ofstudent services WADE THOMPSON GRAPHICS EDITOR Laurier's Food Services arm has built up over a $3.65 million deficit in the last decade. With dropping annual losses, however, the university forecasts that it will recover up to $100,000 this year through existing means.

MIKE LAKUSIAK Aramark is entitled to an annual and currently sits at 37 per cent — a Recovering the deficit provided evidence ofwhy a higher CAMPUS NEWS EDITOR management fee, initially $250,000 level more than a tenth over what is Dawson explained that the $3.65 commissionrate is necessary," he in 2002, providing that the opera- normal in the restaurant industry. million deficit will not be easily re- said. Since 2000, the Food Services an- tion breaks even or profits — which "We're still ten per centhigher covered. "There's no magic fruit tree "Whether or not we will end up cillary operations of WilfridLaurier has not been the case all but one of than a regular restaurant," he said. out there we can pull money out of, paying a higher commission rate

University have accumulated a run- the past tenyears. Ifnot profitable, "But that's directly attributed to the we're goingto have to earn it, one — we're still in the middle of the ning deficit of $3,651,851. the company forfeited halfthe value unionized environment." operation at a time," he said. process." While the causes ofthis negative ofthe fee. Fie explained that the benefits "To balance that, I don't want to number on the university's books "Laurier didn't enter into that guaranteed in thelatest collective give the impression that we're go- The WLUSU/WLUoperating agreement are varied, the ultimate conclusion kind of contract for a couple ofrea- agreement effective 2009-12 are ing to try and take advantage of stu- has not been ratified as ofFeb. 1. The Cord is that the deficit needs to be repaid sons, one was the complex relation- above average. These benefits in- dents in the future to do that." will continue tofollow this story in the — how and when that will happen ship we have with WLUSU and with clude a full Laurier pension, health Catering offered under Food Ser- coming weeks. remains unanswered. WLUSU being a significant partner, and dental insurance, meal al- vices has been successful, Dawson Laurier, as a publiclyfunded uni- that was not an attractive business lowance and free tuition for fam- noted, and employs ahigh propor- versity, cannot include ancillary scenario for Aramark to enter into ily members up to six half-credit tion of students. As well, the com- operations including food services, at thatlevel," director of student ser- courses annually. mission rates charged for use of residence, parking or the bookstore vices Dan Dawson explained. Employees at regular restaurants the OneCard system that students in its operating budget as these ar- "The second factor was a desire or other types of food outlets would access their meal plans with will eas cannot use government funds. of senior administration at that time not receive anything approaching be raised for off-campus vendors, "At the end ofApril 30, 2010," assis- that they did not want all the Lau- similar benefits, Lloyd-Craig ex- Dawson said, as well as possibly tantVP offinancial resources and rier food service employees to be- plained. "You wouldn't necessarily for the students' union — although comptroller Gary Lambert said, "we come Aramark employees." These have benefits at all, whereas here nothing has been settled and ne- had an accumulated deficit on ancil- employees are unionized and rep- they get vacation time, sick benefits gotiations are ongoing concerning laries ofapproximately $4.7 million. resented by United Food and Com- thatyou wouldn'tbelieve, every- WLUSU's operating agreement that Food Services is a big part ofthat." mercial Workers Canada (UFCW) thing. Full dental, full medical, all could see an increase over the cur- "We don't charge the ancillaries Local 175. that stuff" rent four per cent. any interest or anything on that def- During negotiations for the cur- "They need to compensate Food icit, we've never charged food ser- How did we get here? rent agreement, the language was Services for the right ofearning vices for that deficit," he continued. Dawson assigns blame for the accu- clarified to ensure that workers cov- that business," Dawson said ofthe "But it is a deficit that's sitting there mulated deficit to a few areas. "One, ered under the agreement were not union's food offerings. and it is in essence money that the the design ofthe meal plan was very the only ones entitled to overtime "They've accepted thatlogic, university has spent that we haven't much in favour of the student cus- pay, but rather non-union student we're justfinalizing whatrate of re- recovered." tomer," he said, "and very much in employees. turn that will be." favour ofWLUSU from a competi- Overtime hours on weekends for He continued, "WLUSU is very The history tive advantage standpoint." unionized workers, including dou- concerned that any increased com- Lambert said that the deficit has "The second thing, and probably ble-time on Sundays was a major mission rate we get from them been accumulated since April 1999, the most significant thing, was la- cost. is just going to go to pay off this at which point Food Services op- bour cost,"he added. "We weren't By increasing the shifts given to deficit." erations were "essentially at zero." very efficient with the way we were students to closer to the 20 per cent Recovering from the accumulated In July 2000, a major contract was managing people. The collective amount permissible in the UFCW Food Services deficit will need to signed with food service provid- agreement in place with UFCW was contract, the operation saved over come from other areas than a WLU- er Aramark to manage part of the definitely not in the university's best $80,000 last year in overtimepay SU commission increase, which business. interests." according to Lloyd-Craig. He also would simply, ifapproved, support Rather than have Aramark wholly Ryan Lloyd-Craig, the director attributed the drastic decrease in day-to-day operations, Dawson operate Food Services as is com- of Food Services employed by Ara- moneybeing lost annually to the said. mon practice, Laurier entered into mark, has managed the operations hiring of additional managers to "Basically what we need to be an agreement that sees Aramark since 2009. He was well aware of better oversee Food Services. able to demonstrate to them is that make the food purchases and have the accumulatedfood services defi- As reported to the university's the extra earnings we make on those a small number ofAramark em- cit when he entered the position board of governors last week, Food other lines of business are more ployees manage the business. This and also cited labour costs as a ma- Services nearly broke even last than what we're goingto contribute is opposed to the university simply jor contributing factor to financial year, despite losing up to $788,000 on an annual basis to the accumu- contracting out Food Services en- woes. in previous years and $225,723 the lated deficit." tirely to a company that wouldpay a The percentage cost ofwages and year before. Dawson also pointed WLUSU general managerMike fee back in exchange for the right to benefits has been as high as the 45 outthat there is a $100,000 surplus McMahon responded. "I think the PHOTO: ELLI GARLIN operate on campus. per cent range over the last decade forecasted for this fiscal year. university is in a position and has ILLUSTRATION: WADE THOMPSON 4 THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011 CAMPUS Campus News Editor Mike Lakusiak » mlakusiakcathecord.ca WLUSU open forum caps off election campaign

MIKE LAKUSIAK experience in WLUSU, replying, "If CAMPUS NEWS EDITOR you consistently have to defer to his interpretations then you lose stu- The four candidates in this year's dent control over the organization." Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Experience was a topic revisited Union presidential race were given numerous times throughout the opportunity to respond to students' forum. Asked to describe experi- questions Monday afternoon in the ence with policy and governance,La Concourse during the annual open Cute said that though he has not had forum. practical experience in WLUSU, he Asked for a single important has prepared on his own. change to make in WLUSU if elect- "To be honest I've done a lot of ed, Nick Gibson opened with his my own research," he said, noting 'back to basics' platform that sug- his attendance at board meetings. gests the students' union needs "A lot ofother presidents haven't to focus more on its student rep- had policy background," he added, resentation and advocacy role. "I'm definitely willing to put in the Aeron Lawrence explained a need time and effort to ensure that I do for greater focus on approach- the best job." ing students rather than wait- Gibson, who has not had first- ing for students to approach their hand experience with WLUSU policy representatives. either, highlighted his background MEGAN CHERNIAK PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER DanLa Cute also pointed to ad- outside ofthe union. "I have not The four presidential candidates face questions Jan. 31 in the Concourse during the open forum. vocacy as important along with ac- been on the board before but I have cessibility in the presidential role. done external lobbying and external Matt Park expressed that the most advocacy," he said. "I also know the important change to be made needs policy governance manual very well Board of director hopefuls stand up to be with student engagement with - I'm a policy nerd." After questions WLUSU. "Students don't see the on campus clubs restructuring and LINDA GIVETASH Kyle Hocking, tested the candidates' work closely with. value, they are forced to pay fees in environmentalism, the candidates NEWS DIRECTOR knowledge of the board's policy and Running for re-election, direc- to an organization and they ques- made their final remarks. procedures. First-time candidate tor candidate Chris Walker shared tion ifit's valuable," he said. "It's "What we're going to change is The candidates running for the Luke Dotto responded, "[Students] his idea to have the president alter about going to them." make you the focus ofyour organi- WLUSU board of directorsrevealed told us in the market research anal- the method for writing monitoring Candidates were also asked for zation," Park said. "Give you power their knowledge of the position and ysis that [their] number one priority reports to acknowledge and show their ideas for improving female and control over whatyou're sup- union policies during the open fo- is advocacy." compliance at both campuses. representation in elected students' posed to have power and control rum Monday. Most of the candi- Dotto's vision for improving ad- Dotto expressed that he had union positions, quizzed on policies over." dates presented similar reasons in vocacy included creating more op- shared his platform with the Brant- and ends and methods of lobbying La Cute encouraged students to running for a position on the board. portunities for students to contrib- ford campus newspaper The Sput- the university. make informed choices. "We've all Chris Oberle, a current director ute to the university affairs depart- nik to develop more connections, Gibson spoke to lingering prob- spoken about our platforms and running for re-election said, "I will ment and encourageBrantford stu- however, at the time ofthe forum he lems with wireless Internet connec- you've been able to critique us," he work to increase communication dents to volunteer with the external had yet to receive a response from tivity on campus, saying the'focus said, "go out and read the platforms between the board and students... affairs committee (EAC). the publication. should be on reliability over ex- and get educated." [and] make sure that we're advo- "Students don'tknow about these An environmental sustainability ceptional speed. La Cute explained Lawrence said that the campaign cating on issues that you feel are social interactions," said Tom Pa- petition sent to theboard candidates that the university's information had been about communication. important." panastasiou, running for re-elec- by Laurier student Sean Campbell technology services (ITS) arm has "It's people that are going out to you However, first-year candidate tion, regarding the opportunities was discussed, revealing the general received funding to put toward and giving you information, going to Scott Fleming took a more inane the union provides adhering to the consensus ofsupport for the initia- improvements. where you are." approach to why he isrunning by third end. "I think we should provide tives listed on the condition that The question as to whatthe re- "This is not a two-week commit- declaring that, "Like everyone else packages in the summer to students further research was done to ensure lationship between WLUSU man- ment to your cause, this is a contin- here that won't admit it, I want that ... so that we can get them involved its goals were feasible. agement and the president should uation of my fouryears ofpassion to extrapoint on my resume." with WLUSU." When the candidates were asked be was posed. "In talking with the things that go on here at Laurier." Fourth-year student Noah Reflecting the inexperience of be- who would be running for the posi- current president, there's a very rich Gibson closed, saying, "My legacy Habtemichael brought up the im- ing a first time candidate, Flemming tion ofboard chair if elected, experi- relationship with the [general man- is simply going to be this: I want to portance of the board's relation- said, "I don't have the ends that they enced directors Chris Oberle, Sunny ager]" Lawrence said. ensure that the students' union is in ship with management, stating, "I have because I'm not on the board." Chan and Chris Walker declared La Cute expanded, saying that a better place than when I entered it. think it's forgotten that the role of A following question regarding they were interested. general manager Mike McMahon's That means that students are more the board is to hold the president betterrepresentation for Brantford All 18 candidates, running for a role is to advise the president and engaged, that students feel like their accountable." students resulted in several candi- total of 15 positions, were present at his experience should be taken into thoughts, concerns and ideas are A question on fulfilling WLUSU's dates citing the Brantford Campus the open forum. consideration. Park again noted his being heard." ends, posed by current board chair Council as a group the board should Board of director candidate platforms Sunny Chan Andrew Chudnovsky Jonathan Collaton Zach Desson Luke Dotto

My platform for the WLUSU board My name is Andrew Chudnovsky, a Being a current member of the If elected to the WLUSU Board of Listen, other candidates are going of directors is to represent the stu- third year honors political science Board, I know that one Director Directors, my main priority will to promise you everything inyour dents ofWilfrid Laurier University major. alone cannot possibly know the be to improve the transparency wildest dreams, but my promise to the best of my abilities. I will do I have been involved in many concerns ofthe entire student body. ofBoard actions for all.Laurier is better, because mine is real. My this by ensuring WLUSU is sustain- WLUSU initiatives including O- It takes a group of Directors with a students. promise is the only one that anyone able, fiscally prudent, socially aware Week, L.U.C.K, Legal Resources, and variety ofexperiences all around the I believe that the Union should act can follow through on, that if elected and accountable to its membership Winter Carnival. If elected I aim Laurier campus to ensure that the on behalf ofthe students that it rep- to your Board of Directors, I will do by providing good governance. to "Bring the Student back into the Board is truly speaking for the stu- resents and will work to make that a everything within my best power to Student's Union." dents it represents. I am a student reality. advocate foryour needs. By this I mean making the union who has been involved in a variety Through co-operation with WLU I'd like to bring Brantford stu- more accountable to the students, ofvolunteer experiences both inside Student Publications and an active dents into our advocacy efforts, I'd more transparent, and creating an and outside of WLUSU in my three presence on campus, Iwill make like to create ends policy for our lob- atmosphere where students have and a halfyears atLaurier and I be- the activities of the WLU Student's byists to hold them accountable and the ability to become knowledge- lieve that with these experiences I Union more accessible to all of its give them direction, I'd like to create able about what the students union can responsibly represent the Lau- members. statements of position to help guide is doing for them. rier community. Improving transparency is an in- our Management Group,and I'd • I have not'set any specific plat- tegral step to ensuring that all mem- like to conduct research on the pro- form goals because I want to be able bers ofthe Board ofDirectors and liferation of ancillary fees and how to dedicate my time, if elected, to is- the WLUSU President are held ac- they are used as a windfall for the sues that students bring forward to countable for their decisions by the Administration. the Board. I have some interesting Laurier student body. And most importantly, I'd like you ideas about study space on campus As a member of the Board, I will to vote for Luke Dotto to be on your and WLUSU involvement in aca- work to represent each and every Board of Directors. Go Hawks! demics but ideally I will work to- student at Laurier. wards the needs ofstudents. 5 • CAMPUS THE CORD Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Scott Fleming Noah Habtemichael Nick Nyhof Chris Oberle Tom Papanastasiou

Hi, is I am a As a current director, I bring experi- I believe in accountability and Hey Laurier, my name is Noah As President of House Council, my name Chris Oberle. ence as well as knowledge on how transparency when dealing with po- Habtemichael. I am in my fourth member of Inter-Residence Coun- fourth year student pursuing a dou- and financial decisions. Stu- year majoring in Political Science. cil, and a BBA major, I've worked ble degree in History and Political the WLUSU operates. litical Board, I dents also need to be kept abreast of If elected I fully expect to make your hard for every community I'm a part Science. I am currently a member In my first year on the

- onto theStrategic Plan- issues before the board and how the voices heard not justfiguratively of serving Laurier is my next goal. ofthe WLU Senate and President was elected Ends board is voting. but literally. I will work to improve As a member ofthe Board ofDi- ofCICDA (Council for the Intellec- ning Committee and Policy Review committee. For nextyear, On the issues: for housing I will relations between WLUSU and rectors, I plan to focus on improv- tual and Cultural Development of I support the proposed rental housing the student body as a whole. Hav- ing relations between theBoard and the Arts). lam involved in several plan to take this knowledge and ex- advocate licensing program that would im- ing the experience ofworking as a the students by seeking outinput clubs around campus including the perience gained and on a prove living standards for students LOCUS OCA and student advisor directly, through face-to-face inter- History Students Association and grander scale. and make land lords more account- with the JAC, this has allowed me to action. The majority ofstudents are Political Science Association. Ifre- As a student going into my third able. I supportthe A.C. Extension come in regular contact the student disconnected from the organization elected to theWLUSU Board of Di- year in the BBA Program at Lau- rier, meet but hope to avoid the budget over- body. I believe that with hard work and unsure ofhow or why it oper- rectors I will work towards increas- I've had the pleasure to a

- different students, either ages that harassed the terrace ex- and dedicated people in place the ates this cannot continue. ing communication between the number of or so- tension and hope to spend my term board will be a model ofefficiency. Being the primary stakeholders in Union and the student body. I will through school, intramurals', making Laurier a better place. There WILL be accountability and WLUSU, students deserve to know continue to advocate and use my cial events. The best part about Laurier is transparency thatwill lead my plat- the Ends of the Union and how they experience to represent Laurier stu- Understanding how important how involved the students are in ev- form. Every dollar spent should be represent the student interests. dents to the best ofmy ability while their voices are, I aim to improve eryday life and I hope to continue explained and justified, no more Through Board open forums, we ensuring that WLUSU is account- their experience by advocating to that into the future and would love wasteful spending. I am excited for can allo\v active engagement ofthe able and transparent. Finally I will improve Laurier Wireless, restruc- meal to support more programs dedicated the opportunity to represent you students. Engaging the students in work to ensure that Laurier students turing One Card plans, as well to that end. For more information and make Waterloo and Brant- every stage ofthe strategic process have increased access to services as adding and improving study see About.me/ScottFleming. ford campuses thebest it can be. is essential as it allows the Board and opportunities available through spaces on campus. On February 2nd- 3rd vote NOAH to fully represent the students, WLUSU. Vote Chris Oberle for HABTEMICHAEL for WLUSU make goals public, and assess their WLUSU Board of Directors. Check Board of Directors. performance. out my Facebook group"Oberle for Your union should represenfyour WLUSU BOD: interests. Not define them. Bill Papanastasiou Jon Pryce Alex Reinhart Ryan Sher Jenny Solda

As a double-degree student study- My name is Jon Pryce and I'm a third Hi, I'm Alex Reinhart. I am a second Your WLU experience My name is Jenny Solda, I'm a ing business and mathematics, I can year Honours Political Science and year History and Political Science How can we make your student third year business student run- bring about ideas from the Univer- History student. If I am reelected to student. If elected to the WLUSU life better? It's this simple question ning for re-election for Board of Di- sity ofWaterloo that would be ben- theWLUSU Board of Directors I will Board of Directors, I would advo- that makes reasons why the student rectors. Over the past threeyears eficial to the student body at Laurier. ensure that transparency, practical- cate for the rights and needs ofall voice needs to be heard. As Laurier Laurier has become my home and The ambitiousattitude that Ipos- ity and communication are always students, in both Brantford and students, we all take responsibil- the students within it my family, sess and diligent work ethic that I being enforced. Waterloo. ity for the actions around our cam- I see the board as a chance to be continue to show are both testament I feel that students have theright Communication with the stu- puses. We need to stand up together the voice of a community I care so to the effort that I can demonstrate to know what is going on in their dents: I would focus largely on in- to make sure our voice is loud and much about. After a term already as a board of director. I am one who Union, and therefore the Union creasing the communication be- strong. on the board I can say with confi- constantly strives to capitalize on should make a conscious effort to tween theboard and students. Man- Student Issues dence that I have what it takes to en- their endeavours without a compla- grasp their attention. I will ensure age the budget responsibly: I plan How long must the same issues sure that student needs are brought cent mindset and thus, will provide that the Board has a realistic outlook to provide a transparent budget, brought forth by the studentbody to the forefront of every decision. my utmost commitmentto provid- in any initiatives or decisions that it as well as ensure student input on remain unexpressed? Lack of study My promise to you ifre-elected is I ing students their needs. makes. spending. spaces, cuts to classes and poor in- will be honest, I will be approach- Understanding the importance And lastly, I am committed to en- Individual accountability and col- ternet are just several ofthe many able, and every vote I cast will be ofsatisfyingthe student body, the suring that Board Directors meet on lective responsibility: I would make issues still present on our campus for the students. goals that 1 aim to accomplish as a a frequent basis, hold open forums use ofthe WLUSU website to create that continue to go unnoticed. member ofthe board will bring pos- for students to voice their concerns, transparency among the board. As Action itive change to the university. My and communicate properly with a result, all members of the board Actions take place on a higher po- immediate concerns are the follow- management. would be accountable for their litical stage, Board of Directors. The ing: internet service, congestion at decisions. Board of Director responsibility is the athletic complex, communica- Reallocate funding to services: I for all aspects ofstudent represen- tion from the board to students, and would attempt toreallocate funding tation. Do you know who is repre- meal plan terms and conditions. On towards WLUSU services. I would sentingyou now on the Board? February 2 & 3, 2011 vote Bill Pa- work to create an Emergency Re- My name is Ryan Sher; I care panastasiou forWLUSU Board of sponse Team at Brantford, as well as about this university and the stu- Directors! increase the accessibility and sus- dents that come from it. How can tainability of current services. we change it? Iwant to know. Max Tremaine Chris Walker Adam Warne Senate candidates

All candidates for Laurier's senate were acclaimed. Cameron Mc- Gregor is the representative for the Brantford campus.

First and foremost a delegate, I will BothWLUSU and the University As an outspoken individual my pri- represent the thoughts and opinions have a role to play when it comes mary goal is to be the voice ofthe Kyle Hocking Saad Aslam ofLaurier's student body. I vow to to providing for the needs of stu- student body, representing their keep a sober, rational outlook and dents, but it is up to WLUSU to hold opinions and concerns. First and an eye for waste when considering the University accountable to their foremost I am declaring war on new projects. With transparency obligations and maximize the re- doosh baggery and the old wasteful as my mandate, social networking turn on investment for you, the ways of spending student's money. tools will be central to my campaign owners. When it comes to minimal I am not afraid to ask questions re- and position. WLUSU should be a study space, over enrolment, grow- garding decisions being made and stepping stone rather than a trip- ing class sizes, and manyother is- will ensure thatall decisions made ping block, giving power to our clubs sues pertaining to life at Laurier, by theboard will be the result ofra- by preventing unnecessary expen- yourWLUSU has to be your advo- tionale thinking and spirited dis- diture. MaxTremaine is... whatever cate. In addition, communication cussion. I will give a voiceto fiscal Chris Oberie Cameron McGregor you need him to be. to and from students is at a deficit restraint and end wasteful spend- and must be improved to better en- ing. It is essential that a Director (Photo unavailable) gageand inform students. Further- on this board bring to the table an more, students should know who is open mind yet also have the willing- working for them and who to con- ness to point out unnecessary and tact when they have concerns. This excessive actions. Adam Warner can be accomplished by the Board represents you, he is a voice ofrea- and the Management Group having son. Vote Adam Warner and all your a more public presence on campus. wildest dreams will come true. Your WLUSU, your issues, your rep- resentative. Visit me on Facebook at "Pryce and Walker." 6 CAMPUS THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011

For party chair, SBESS and Brantford candidate information, check out thecord.ca

Board of governors candidates Referendum questions ALANNA WALLACE things. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Third was Aneesh Lai, who de- Saad Aslam Ted Brown Tom Papanastasiou fended a hike in the School ofBusi- Three individuals defended the ref- ness and Economics Student Society erendum questions put forward to (SBESS) fee. be posed to students this election "We want to maintain our quality during the open forum Monday in that we have as one of the best busi- the Concourse. ness schools in Canada," explained The two referendum questions Lai, mentioning the great expan- pertain to the Student Refugee Pro- sion the SBESS clubs have had over gram (SRP) fee increase and a pro- the past five years as a factor in the gramthat provides scholarships for increase. Re-elect a friendly, tireless and ex- - I'm a third year politics, philosophy, As a current director ofthe WLU- refugees to allow them to study at Lai summed up the points ofall perienced advocate as your Student and economics major at WLU. I am SU, I have seen first-hand how the Laurier. Laurier currently has five three party chairs by pointing out Governor. After 2.5years as a Stu- heavily involved around campus WLUSU and WLU interact. I be- refugee students taking advantage of their common interest - students. dent Governorand 4years of rep- working at the pool, volunteering on lieve that although we have a good funding from the program. "We're all looking to sustain the resentation within theWLUSU and the board of directors, and compet- relationship with the university, it "I believe this is really important growth coming into this school," WLU, I believe I am by far the most ing for the WLU Debate Society. would be more effective to advocate for students to consider because for said Lai. "We're all looking to make qualified candidate for this position What sets me apart from my fel- for students to WLU by being di- such a small amount we really do a positive change for our school and If re-elected, I promise to continue low candidates (charm and smoul- rectly part of their corporate govern- have the opportunity to create very we're not asking for much at the end being informed, accessible, and dering good looks aside) is my in- ment. That is why this year I have powerful change in these people's of the day." outspoken in support of our collec- volvement with the Senate this year chosen to run for both the Board of lives," explained Sean Gallagher, tive student issues. and next. I am currently on the sen- Governors and BoD. My main ob- who defended the fee increase to a My reputation and past experi- ate finance committee and next year jectives ifI am elected to the Board small crowd. On the ballot: ences stand up for themselves, they I intend to join the board finance of Governors are to advocate for in- Another referendum question be- include: committee if elected. Personally, I creased study space, improvements ing posed is an increase to the Stu- The SBE faculty-based referen-

CASA Campus Ambassador believe that I can be a far more ef- to th£Athletics Complex, and im- dentLife Levy (SLL) fee - money to dum question aims to raise the 2007-2009 fective student representative and provements to Laurier Wireless. be eventually funneled towards the fee from $15 to $21.25 per term. WLUSU Director 2008-2010 advocate ifelected to this second expansion ofthe Athletic Complex's Chairman ofthe WLUSU BOD position. fitness centre. The SRP is asking students to 2009-2010 Lastly, as I have stepped out of "We have run out of space at the consider the creation of a new WLU Student Senator 2008-2010 the running for board of directors, fitness centre, one ofthe most pop- fee of $1 per half credit, to a max- Current WLUSU VP: I have decided to make senate and ular places on campus," Matthew imum of $4 per term. University-Affairs board ofgovernor's issues my top Rice put simply. He went on to ex- Current OUSA VP: Finance priority, as I see these two houses as plainhow the new expansion would Saying YES to the SLL increase Current WLU Student Governor the most viable avenue for change. include eight new multi-purpose will cost each individual student Thanks for your continued sup- rooms, an expanded ground floor, $8/class. Students are currently port and ifyou have any questions For In-Depth Editor an entire new second floor for more charged $41.92 per semester, or concerns post a message on the Rebecca Vasluianu's in- equipment, and all the "latest and Facebook group: "Vote Saad for terviews with presidential greatest" equipment, among other —courtesy ofwlusu.com BOG" or e-mail [email protected] candidates, turn to pg. 12 How students vote

BREE MANTHA or for the board of directors is de- cisiveness in their actions," he dis- LEAD REPORTER closed. Graziotto, along with other With the Wilfrid Laurier University first-year students, felt that the Students' Union 2011-12 elections most important issues were wire- days away The Cord asked students less Internet and food services. about their voting methodology and found that some vote more critically Is Everyone than others. Weii-lnformed? When it comes to making deci- What Concerns Students sions, some students are taking the While many director candidates task quite seriously. "I feel like I can stated a desire for increased op- make an informed decision," said Fibre optics technician portunities for social interaction, Brian Voegtle. "I've been trying to See where your third-year biology student Kathiyn ask everyone questions." Deeming stated that science stu- Deeming and Smith noted that I love of video games dents are often left out. they were more apathetic towards ,i Merchandiser "I feel that we're really neglected their decisions, with Smith stating C3fl t3k6 by WLUSU," Deeming said. "We that she has never voted in a WLU- YOU. Quality control technician tend to not get any funding. Even if SU or SBE election, but hopes to this you justlook around at posters of year.

Electrical engineer Computer analyst events ... most campus clubs ignore On choosing a president, Smith us." said she focuses more on the per- Industrial designer Laser technician Third-year business student Jil- sonality than the platform. "I don't lian Smith felt that all candidates' really focus too much on their cam- Plastics technician Consumer products designer platforms focused too much on paigns. I'm more focused on their long-term plans. "I really don't care attitude and the way they present Instrumentation engineer Plastics moulding technician about the Athletic Complex and the themselves."

future business building ... I'd rather With 18 directors to choose from, Supply chain manager Electronics engineer have stuff that's going happen in the many students are overwhelmed next year or two while I'm still here." with the selection. Vice president of marketing Tool designer Other students were concerned Smith believes most students about the possibility ofcutting aren't voting for these directors Computer game developer Financial auditor down O-Week in favour of a fall based on platforms. "It's mostly just reading week. Brian Voegtle, a sec- going to be people voting for who psychology womens' or checking offthe Graphic designer _ ond-year and they recognize, studies major said he hoped WLUSU names they recognize." urn y°ur passion favoured O-Week. "There are too many [directors] T "I really like the way O-Week was for me to choose from," said first- Cryp,analyst '"tO 3 Career. run this year," said Voegtle, a for- year business student Joel Caruso. mer Ice Breaker. "I know the read- "I feel like thatwill either be a non-

_ ,.. a Xi , With range of grants, Software technician ing week would be a good thing, vote for me, or just me voting for the scholarships and loans, keeping but it would affect O-Week and it names I recognize." Plant engineer takes away from the first-years' ex- "I vote based on the prettiness of your career goals on track may perience oflearning more about the posters," admitted ill-informed Mechanical drafter be easier than you think, Laurier." first-year business and computer "First-year students are also en- science major Alana Boyczuk. "I like tertaining the idea ofvoting, even the panda. It was really cute." those with little background on Voegtle is one of the students tak- ontario.ca/myfuture candidates. History student Dan ing a more guarded approach. "I Graziotto said he is eager to vote, know people are using the gimmicks

but has not followed any campaigns ... I feel like people need to get past closely. those, and ask [candidates] about Regardless, Graziotto said he their platforms. Areally strong plat- Paid for by the Government of Ontario OntSTIO knows what he is looking for. "The form is importantfor a corporation best quality I look for in a president as big as WLUSU." 7 the CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011 Presidential candidate platforms Matt Park Dan La Cute Aeron Lawrence Nick Gibson for more effective Health Services & a more empowering environment for ALL students in the classroom * Providing/supporting, meaningful leadership/growth opportunities for all students...

- Implementing a "culture-of-ap- preciation": ensuring all volunteers Easing the financial burden on are valued; WLUSU or otherwise What can you imagine for Laurier? My vision is that nextyear I will be My name is Aeron Lawrence and I - Supporting Greek Life to find a That is the simple question that able to work alongside the students am going forWLUSU President. My students... - Dining Hall: working arrangement with admin my time with student poli- ofWLU to improve the experiences platform is made up of ideas that Fight for a Better started admin deal with high labour - Initiate integration of campus in they have on our two campuses. The I have come up with over my time make tics 2004. clubs between both campuses Since that time I have served way I will achieve this is through here but without your input, they costs - up for students at the pro- Implementing sustainable practices terms on the WLUSU Board of the facilitation ofcommunication do not come close to fulfilling the Stand three through prudentfinancial means... Directors, two years on the Univer- between all Laurier students and needs of all Laurier students. Right vincial/federal level

- ifthey - Turret for study space now, and Reduce waste: better train our sity Senate, oneyear on theBoard the President and CEO. Iwill cre- now many students feel that moving staff & ensure that there are recycle Governors and two years with the ate a relationship oftrust and be do not directly volunteer within a more versatile space of bins in ALL classrooms Residence Life program. Through- accountable to the student body by WLUSU than they are not apart of forward for - More water dispensers to provide out my university career I have ensuring that students are always the Student's Union and are unable A more conducive environment alternatives to EXPENSIVE bottled learned one thing: it is possible to well informed of my actions and fu- to use all the resources and services academic success... - water accomplish anything, so long as we ture endeavors within WLUSU. I it provides. Comprehensive study space plan: think- use of the turret, classroom-book- - ACCOUNTABILITY in the Sus- are willing to strive for it. strongly believe that the academic I would like to shift that ings WLUSU for study space, and tainable Campus Committee I can imagine a Students' Union career of students will improve if ing and work with students so they by Empowering all students through an that is engaged with the students; a WLUSU commits to working to- know that WLUSU exists to serve a more accessible booking process - reading presidency... Students' Union that focuses on the wards a closer partnership with ALL undergraduate students. Implementing a fall "Open" exam schedule - Weekly presence in high-traffic concerns ofthe students of these UniversityAdministration. In addi- I would like to increase com- week, coupled with areas campuses. But beyond that I can tion to the current professor evalua- munication withLaurier students flexibility

- - administration account- "Ask WLUSU" drop-box in high- imagine fast, accessible wireless In- tion procedures, I will create a mid- through actively goingto where they Keeping areas ternet for students across Laurier. semester "Start. Stop. Continue." are and incorporating them in the able for the student to teaching fac- traffic - Proactive document release & re- I can imagine a Student Awards assessment which would provide decision process for decisions that ulty ratio

- board meetings system that makes it easier to search professors with constructive student directly affect them. Keep admin accountable for re- corded/Podcast & - tab on the and apply for student awards, schol- feedback that is directed and goal Lastly I wantto empower the liable internet install Ethernet Improved "Ask WLUSU" websites arships and bursaries. oriented. Furthermore, through the voice of students by giving them ports on campus wlusu/mylaurier.ca - to im- I can imagine an independent creation of Faculty Orientation Days an outlet to voice their thoughts Empowering Foot Patrol Brantford Campus in charge ofits for each program, student academic publicly. prove safety on/off campus, fighting own destiny with its own Students' relationships can begin before the Union. These are the plans I imagine first day ofclasses. I have developed and strive for. a "Community Safety Program" be- I have other goals in mind to work cause I believe that student safety towards. Developing green space on our campuses and surrounding and reusable water bottle refill sta- areas is a top priority. Establish- For more of the WLUSU presidential tions,the creation of a new student ing safe havens at local businesses caucus to ensure the student voice along frequently traveled streets, platforms see wlusu.com/elections is active within the union, increased University Ave. and King St. in advocacy and outreach communica- Waterloo will help to reestablish a tionfor the students, and a contin- sense ofsecurity amongst Laurier ued and improved support for the students. I care deeply about this Diversity and Equity office, Lead- school and know that my passion for See videos of the candidates at ership Centre, and thefirstyear our school will bring Wilfrid Lau- experience. rier to even greater levels of excel- But more importantly, I want my lence. Through my leadership abili- thecord.ca/pages/elections time to be about that one powerful ties and commitmentto my word, I question: What can YOU imagine will guide my fellow Golden Hawks for Laurier? through the next academic year.

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degree angle collisions ... is much LINDA GIVETASH smaller because the angle that the NEWS DIRECTOR cars approach each other is much On Jan. 25, a Region of Waterloo shallower." committee approved two round- Roundabouts also eliminate the abouts to replace intersections on problem ofwaiting at red lights. Ottawa Street in Kitchener. "They tend to work better with less The trend ofutilizing this traffic delay than signals do during peak control plan was initiated in 2004 rush hour times and even more so and has become apriority consider- during the off peak because you're ation whenreviewing the layout of never waiting at a red signal when intersections. there's no traffic," said van De "Locations in the United States Keere. were starting to look at them," said Less waiting also proves to be Steve van De Keere, head of expan- better for the environment. sionprograms and transportation "There is less idling so there's less COURTESY OF CREATIVE COMMONS engineering for the Region ofWa- fuel used," said van De Keere. "They Roundabouts are seen as environmentally friendly as they reduce idling and provide green space. terloo, about the inspiration for the are also better for aesthetics because project. we can put plant material in the in- "Some of our staff attended infor- tersections and make them look nic- II locations." most drivers get it." mation seminars and heard about er than traffic signals." While there is some concern Although the trend remains most roundabouts being considered and When a building projectwas pro- They are the safest type about drivers being educated on popular in Waterloo Region, it does then that spawned interest." posed to develop the area around Ira how to approach a roundabout, the have merit in other urban areas. Although roundabouts are un- Needles Boulevard in the west end of aggregated intersec- region has taken some steps to cor- "I think in some ways the region common in Ontario, they have many ofKitchener and Waterloo, the re- rect this issue and has found it suc- is ahead of many other places," said benefits. gion found the perfect opportunity tion you can have." cessful overall. Casello. "They are the safest type of ag- to begin implementing the idea. "Drivers in general and even in Van De Keere noted that the min- gregated intersection you can have," "From there wt looked at a num- the region here are still on the learn- istry of transportation is consider- van De Keere explained. ber of other locations and realized ing curve so to speak," van De Keere ing this traffic plan. Jeff Casello, professor of civil and that we are getting that safetyper- admitted. However, he speculated, environmental engineering at the formance that we were expecting He went on to add, "We observe "They're not going to be common University ofWaterloo's school of from them," said van De Keere. —Steve van DeKeere that at most ofour roundabouts and in all Ontario cities for probably planning, echoed this sentiment in "Now it gives us more confi- Head of expansion programs and trans- I the collision experience that we're generations." stating, "The likelihood ofhaving 90 dence to look at them at a lot more portation engineering at UW I having with them shows us that

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VANCOUVER (CUP) - Stop ÜBC pursue university education, report Animal Research held a protest on Jan. 30 to urge the University of British Columbia (ÜBC) to end re- NICOLE GREEN search on monkeys. CORD NATIONAL It was aimed at a proposed ex- periment thatplans to study the de- university degree has become a A velopment ofParkinson's disease very popular pursuit for Canadian in monkeys. The experiment, L9l, but according to a recent re- youth, would involve injecting four rhesus from Statistics Canada it's an port monkeys with the compound Lac- even more popular trend for immi- which leads to the onset of students. Statistics Canada tacystin, grant symptoms Parkinson's disease. reported that immigrants who arrive of Hepburn, ÜBC's vice presi- in Canada before age 12 are more John dent ofresearch, explained that likely to obtain a university educa- L9l has yetto be approved for funding, tion tiitn Canadian-born students as the mostrecent attempt was de- this gap is said to be growing. and nied by the Canadian Institutes of In attempting to explain the He also statedthat trend, the report stated that Canada Health Research. there was no chance the experiment has shifted its focus in immigrants before Apr. 1. towards countries where adults have would happen Stendardo, traditionally had higher levels of —Fabrizio the Übyssey education. EDITOR In agreement, Meaghan Coker, WADE THOMPSON GRAPHICS trend of immigrant students attending post-secondary education continues to climb each year. the president of Ontario Undergrad- The Perfectionism hurts: study uate Students' Association (OUSA), he HALIFAX (CUP) — A psychology said, "It's not surprising that im- were 34. has usually decidedby grade eight [university] was never an option," professor at Dalhousie University migrant students are participating However, Coker criticized the re- whether they will attend univer- reflected. Aslam has found that perfectionism may at a higher rate because ofthe point port for too broad. "While on sity or college. So it is importantfor Echoing Coker's concerns, harm. system. When adults have a degree the whole it is true that immigrant parents and institutions to empha- explained that the greatest barrier be doing some people situation, where they get a lot of points and are more students are going more often than size education early on." Develop- for him was financial and informa- "It's an ugly striving for more but achiev- likely to be approved." domestic students, sometimes it is ing pathways to learning eliminates tional; some ofwhich he was able to you're ing one of This is important as the immi- more dependent on their ethnicity. barriers such as informational, mo- overcome through utilizing the in- _ less," said Simon Sherry, the authors ofthe new study. "It's grant child is able to see the costs Asian parents are doing more for tivational, cultural and physical bar- ternet and particularly websites like block, pub- and benefits ofa university degree their children in terms of academic riers in order to make post-second- Studentawards.com. associated with writer's lic speaking anxiety [and] fear for from their parents. preparation versus Latin American aiy education feasible for all. Both Aslam and Coker agree he said, are According to the study, in the or Caribbean students," she said. Saad Aslam, vice president uni- that while the study is not surpris- failure." All ofthese, 1960s men who immigrated had a Coker warned that a report like versity affairs for WilfridLaurier ing, immigrant students face the traits students can relate to. university completion rate ofabout this "may lead people to think that University Students' union, who same kind ofobstacles that domes- The study surveyed approximate- from 6 percentage points higher than Ca- [immigrant students] are doing okay comes from a Pakistani background tic students face when looking to- ly 1,300 professors psychology nadian-born men. In the 1980sthat butthat is not necessarily true." and immigrated to Canada when wards post-secondary education. programs throughout North Amer- ica. It professors with high gap grew to 12 percentage points. Coker emphasized the impor- he was two years of age, agreed What is setting immigrant students suggests able to use levels of tend to pro- Nearly 32 per cent of men who im- tance ofparental engagement and that parental encouragement was apart is how they are perfectionism migrated in the 1980s obtained a early outreach programs such as the number one factor in his deci- their resources to overcome these duce less research. university degree by the time they Pathways to Learning. "A child sion to attend university. "For me obstacles. —Torey Ellis, the Dalhousie Gazette

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World Editor Alex Mitsiopouios • amitsiopoulos(athecord.ca Making the case for the coca leaf Bolivia has attempted to make diplomatic efforts to decriminalize the leaves, facing international scrutiny

« DEVON COOTE of the situation, we justhave to re- CORD WORLD verse it: how would we react ifthe UN would forbid the use of coffee in To understand the ab- Bolivian citizens have been pushed North America because it consid- to their limit by the United Nations ers it harmful? The cultural impact surdity of the situation, (UN) 1961 convention effectively would be huge and the protest to- placing an international ban on the tally understandable," continued we justhave to reverse cultivation and use of coca leaves. Colpron. Protestors demonstrated their dis- The United States has released it: how would we react if content at arally on Jan. 27 in front a formal objection to any amend- of the U.S. Embassy. ments to the UN convention, argu- the UN would forbid the The Bolivian government, led ing that permitting the use of coca by Evo Morales, is attempting to leaves in any context would be det- use of coffee..." amend this treaty to permit the lo- rimental to eradicating the drug cal use of coca leaf chewing and industry. —Anne-Marie Colpron other common practices, while still Britain and Sweden have also filed anthropology maintaining control over its cultiva- objections to any potential amend- Professor of tion. UN representative Pablo Solon ments, while Spain openly supports has explained that ifthe proposed Bolivia and Colombia. amendment to sanction the chewing "The United States' primary con- influence over their activities and of coca leaves is not met, Bolivia will cern is probably drug importation; lifestyle. appeal to have the case brought to any drugs coming from anywhere The citizens are rejecting the le- an international conference. into the U.S. is a threat to the U.S. gitimacy of a notion submitted by "Coca leaves is as culturally in- That's why the U.S. is being sym- any international community that grained to them as coffee to us and pathetic to the UN resolution," re- solicits to criminalize a deeply en- the way it is used without being re- marked Barry Kay, professor of po- trenched cultural practice that is not fined doesn't make it more a drug litical science at Laurier. associated with drug use. than coffee," explained Anne-Marie "Why is Spain taking the side of a Residents ofBolivia are perplexed Colpron, professor of anthropology drug culture? It is not that they real- by the fact that countries like the at Wilfrid Laurier University. ly support a drug culture, they would U.S. are supporting the prohibition, The coca leaf itself contains cer- define it in terms of a big country, essentially against Bolivian cultural tain alkaloids, which can be ex- like the U.S., is trying to impose its practices, opposed to investigating tracted and used as the base ingre- will on a poor Spanish speaking the drug problem from within their dient in cocaine; however, the leaves country," Kay concluded. own borders and jurisdiction. themselves can be used for avariety Bolivian citizens are in disbelief "The gravity ofthe situation here, of purposes such as tea and tooth- that any complaints have been made is the intrusion on other people's paste. Additionally, chewing the against the use of coca leaves. ways of life, the ethnocentrism leaves can diminishhunger and alti- Those who assembled at the U.S. of such a legislation: it is aWest- tude illness. Embassy were demonstrating that ern based hegemony," Colpron "To understand the absurdity claims made by the U.S. hold no concluded.

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"[I don't] have a lot of optimism that they're going to be able to push through." Michel Desjardins

Feral waves of democracy

ABCHARLIE CREATIVE COMMONS Egyptian tank commander is celebrated in the streets of Cairo as the army supports popular protest. Uprisings in Tunisia have had residual effects in many Arab nations.

LINDSAY PURCHASE speculated, "He was aware of the the end ofits colonization under over as interim president. to 2007. Opposition to the govern- STAFF WRITER degree offrustration and he knew France in 1957. The United States In an attempt to placate protes- ment appears to have aims to con- that ifhe stayed around he had more has often been condemned for their tors, Ghannouchi has now replaced tinuetheir objections, as many are The road to democracy is not paved to lose than if he left, so he took his contradictory methods of support- twelve cabinet ministers in a large questioning the depth these new by founding fathers, grand speeches money and ran." ing questionable governments while overhaul ofthe government. changes will have. or a mere transfer of power facilitat- The uprising was sparked in mid- preaching democratic values. The domino effect ofthe distur- Desjardins foresees a dismal for- ed by peaceful negotiations. December, when streetvendor Mo- "It puts America in a really awk- . bances in Tunisia has already been tune for otherArab countries, ex- Rather, it seems that change must hamed Bouazizi died after lighting ward place," said Desjardins. "They followed by large-scale uprisings in pecting that there willbe "more be fuelled by animosity and frustra- himself on fire in response to re- can't be seen to go against this kind Egypt and stirrings in Yemen. repressions thatwill come by the tion, by violence and destruction, all pressive actions by authorities. ofmovement and yet they've been On Feb. 1, long-term Egyptian regimes" to prevent any potential in hopes of a less bleak tomorrow. This act of defiance resonated supportive ofthe leaders for all this President Mubarak responded to revolts. Following extreme upheaval in strongly with the oppressed Tuni- time." the quarter million protestors who He added that it was also likely the North African country ofTuni- sians, who have been suffering from He believes that the outcome is had gathered in Cairo, demanding the United States would tighten its sia, Jan. 14 saw the expulsion of for- the effects of extremely high unem- highly dependent on the actions of his immediate expulsion from the talons in foresight of protecting for- mer President Zine el-AbidineBen ployment rates, corrupt government the Obama administration, whose country. eign interests. Ali, whohad heldpower largely un- leadership and growing poverty. support may be necessary for the Mubarak announced that he had As for Tunisia, Desjardins said, contested since 1987. Desjardins, commenting on the formation ofa new government. never had intentions ofreturning for "[I don't] have a lot of optimism Considering the iron fist with complexity ofthe situation, stated The intensity of the uprising has another six-year term in the fall. that they're going to be able to push which he had grasped power for so that it's simply not one issue per- been surprising to some, as Tunisia On Jan. 31, Jordan'sKing Abdul- through." long, Ben Ali's submission to pro- taining to youth, economics or is often viewed as more economi- lah appointed a new prime minister Although resistance is still run- testors' demands came unexpect- America but rather an inextricable cally stable than its Arab nation and discharged his cabinet. ning strong, it remains a strong pos- edly quick. web offactors. counterparts. Newly appointed Prime Minister sibility that democracy will continue Michel Desjardins, chair of America has had an undeniably Currently, Prime Minister Mo- Marouf Bakhit is a returning figure, to be near in grasp, but out of hand the global studies department, strong influence in Tunisia since hammed Ghannouchihas taken having held the position from 2005 for the citizens ofthe Arab world.

The ten dollar Taliban

AMANDA STEINER you help trainthem to be a carpen- STAFF WRITER ter, oryou give themtools for farm- ing, or they're given micro grants to After almost a decade in Afghani- open a small business." stan, American and Canadian Misina makes a clear distinction, troops are considering the terms of however. He said, "I justwant to their withdrawal. clarify thatreintegration and recon- In an attempt to compensate for ciliation are two different processes. their leave, negotiations between Reintegration is basically tryingto governments have been taking place bring back soldiers and have them for a tentative reintegration and rec- renounce violence and the A 1 Qa- onciliation plan. Their success is eda ideology and then offer them dependent upon the co-operation some financial opportunities as an with Taliban forces. exchange for their pledge not to par- Dalibor Misina, professor of glob- ticipate in violence anymore." al studies at Wilfrid Laurier Univer- "Reconciliation is trying to strike sity, agreed that it is, in fact, "an at- a political deal with the Taliban and tempt to do something as a substi- having them participate in the of- tute for the west not being there." ficial process ofthe country," he "Maybe this is an alternative way continued. to try and stop the war," Misina Though the reintegration and rec- added. onciliation plan is hopeful, it is quite There are many complications complicated. According to an esti- with the reintegration and recon- mate by Sedra, Afghanistan has a ciliation plan. Mark Sedra, a senior 40-50 per cent unemployment rate, fellow at the Centre fer Internation- one ofthe lowest in the world. Sedra al Governance Innovation stated, said, "People call them the 10 dol- There are a number ofcertain criti- lar Taliban because the assumption cisms towards this plan. For exam- is that because they are so poor they ple, how do you tell who is actually are justfighting for money. A lot of a Taliban fighter? It's not like they thelow level fighters fight on a tem- Accelerate your studies through carry ID cards." porary or seasonal basis. They will The main element of the recon- fight when they need money then go ciliation plan is to offer a monetary home and return again when they on-campus and distance education incentive to Taliban fighters. In re- need more money." turn, they must pledge to cease all operations. The monetary support courses this summer. wouldhelp reformed militants start For the rest of this a new life. story, check out Many ofthese people might not have any education or skills to enter thecord.ca/world a formal economy," Sedra said. "So 12 • In Depth Editor Rebecca Vasluianu • [email protected] IN DEPTH Who are you voting for? The.Co In Depth Editor Rebecca Vasluianu sat down with each of the four presidential candiqates in the 2011 Wilfrid Laurier un· bring The Cord to the place on campus most representative of their time here a~ a student and a candidate, and were qu their responses on the five topics they were each asked about, as well as several personalized platform-based questions .

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I enjoy the 24lounge. It's a very social atmosphere,you can also get your work out and things like that. Around exam time maybe not Nick Gibson so much because it gets a little bit busy in here .... I just enjoy when I'm studying, for example sitting at a table and laboring aver my work, being Location: 24 Hour Lounge in a comfortable position .... It's that sort of balance between all of that ... not stressing out too much. Gibson is a fourth-year Political Science student with a and French. He has been a three-time Icebreaker at Well, I didn't really think of it much beyond that. I guess I'm not sure Motion Volunteer and a member of the External Affairs if I'm really answering beyond that but I've enjoyed every single ex­ the Students' Union. He has also been president of the perience I've had at Laurier. Obviously there are days that are not the als for two years and a member of the Sigma Chi I best in the world but every day and ever since I came to this campus I've just had a really good feeling about it. I sort of enjoy that I can give myself an op­ portunity to give back. But it's so it of a combination of that and that I think I'd be good in the role .

I sound like a broken record here but I think we run internally pretty well. Spending wise we need to be a lot more accountable. We were • t;::----~ ~ just talking about with things like the terrace expansion. Spending was not even the biggest problem. The biggest problem was the communica­ tion was awful and we broke procedure .... Those are problems. But the big­ gest thing like I said is that we have a lot of power in the students' union and IJ~ we need to get that psychology back that says 'We are a strong union, we're going to work with the university in a professional manner but we're not go­ ~ ~== ing to get walked all over: ... Damaging the relationship with the university - ~~. shouldn't be our reason for not pushing for more . ~~----~;=:-- I think it goes back to this notion of balance. I think that the most important thing for a president is to have that knowledge ... know­ ing exactly what they're getting into. Obviously they're going to have that learning curve going into it. The only person that wouldn't have it is a returning president .... But I believe with my knowledge and background I may have a pretty small learning curve. But I also think I bring that balance in the sense that I'm someone who's very approachable. I like to interact with The questions students. I genuinely feel like I connect with students and I talk about their issues and their concerns. I think that sort of two-pronged balance is very important. Why did you choose to meet here and how is this spot meaningful to you7 I guess I can say two things. The first thing is for people who may not know me they see me as a guy doing flash mobs and commercials and stufflike that. The reason why I did that is because I don't nec- Aside from the goal of represent- essarily have the best name recognition, so I was trying to get my name out ing and serving students, why do you there ... trying to have some fun during this campaign and I think it's really want to be pres1denU important to engage students. But I do bring some substance. I do think my platform is very comprehensive but achievable .... I guess in a fun sense peo­ ple may not know that I'm a Leafs fan ... it's one of the more delusional things How well do you think WLUSU I have. I'm also a Jays fan which is a bit less delusional. management is operating currently7 · • What would you do better?

The reason I chose to meet here is that it's a place I find I get the What would make you a better presi­ most work done .... I spend most of my time on campus. I need Aeron Lawrence dent than your opponents7 some sort of noise while I'm studying ... it's something that I've grown to like, You get to see a lot of people coming in here too so it's nice to Location: 24 hour lounge compu see some friends on a daily basis. What is something about vou that the Lawrence is a fourth-year business student. He has bee electorate may not know7 I'd like to be president because in my four years I've really gone DU@L (Discussing University at Laurier). Residence Life around and tried to meet as many people and I truly have had an Ice Breaker for Orientation Week. He has also been i amazing experience .... Just the ability to stay around a year longer Habitat for Humanity and has worked as a Special ... I'm truly in love with the culture here. I've truly grown to love it. I've had Within Laurier Athletics. Lawrence has participated in a lot of experiences here that I've learned from .... I'm learning every day .... The key issues this election I love now having the chance go and possibly affect it the other way. -I can't imagine leaving right now. I think it's a good next step to affect the campus season but also to learn more .

I think they're doing a good job. In talking to them mysel£ they • Brantford autonomy- This campaiqn have good ideas. They have some things that can be improved. I season, there has been discussion of • think a big thing right now is a lack of information students are whether the campus should be given an getting. While the information is there, we'll say it's a lack of a communica­ independent Students' Union. tion medium .... I don't find the WLUSU website very interactive .... Even just having a calendar of knowing when events are, there are a lot of students • Fall reading week- Universities across who want to know what is going on or where resources are . Canada have been debating whether to implement a fall Readinq Week and can­ I think I would make a better president than my opponents be­ didates have discussed now they would cause I think we all have very deep involvement, but in sayihg that, lobby the university to achieve this goal. I know I've gone through my experience already to go out and meet people .... I've gone and met a lot of people and taken the time to get to know • WLUSU spending - After the cost of the a lot of people imd have conversations with them, to make the connections terrace exf:ansion went over budget by with them. Many of the other candidates may not have such strong relation­ S430,541. 3, there were questions as to ships because of the choices that they've made. whether the Students' Union has spent responsibly and whether this was the I've heard other people saying that I'm pretty casual and laid fault of the current board, management back .... People have called me lazy and not hard working. One or the president. thing that may be important for students to realize is that I'm very passionate about school. I love this school mbre than be put into words. • Campus safety- After a string of crime People who know me know that when I'm truly passionate about something on the Waterloo campus, many candi­ I give everything I can to make it the best that it can be and this is something dates have mentioned student safety on that I'm truly passionate about.. .. I'm a very approachable person but I'm and around campus as a key issue tflat very hard working. I've heard people to say to me that I'm like a chicken with needs to be addressed. · my head cut off but I have destinations where I'm going. IN DEPTH THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2. 2011 • 13 ~·

~ ~ .Cord -profiles your candidates. lfrid Laurier University Students' Union (WLUSU) Elections to be held today and tomorrow. Each individual was asked to ~te, and were questioned on importantissues ranging from student engagement to WLUSU spending. Read below for :Jsed questions. While each response has been shorte~ed, full-length videos of each interview are available at thecord.ca

rthink it's because it's a central location. For me a lot of it was ;on Matt Park when I chose to come where I wanted to be on campus for the interview a whole lot of places went through my mind: some­ rLounge Location: The Concourse where in residence, maybe in Wilf' s .... But I basically fell back to this idea. I've spent so much time in here writing papers, I've spent so much time in 3l Science student with a minor in Psychology Park is a sixth-year Political Science student He has served as a director here talking to friends and just wandering around even that the Concourse ree-time lcebTeaker at 0-Week. a Fashion 'N and chair on the WLUSU Board of Directors. Along with serving on the made the most sense 1ber of the External Affairs Committee within Board of Governors. he has sat on several advisory councils regarding lso been president of the Laurier Young Liber­ Student Services and the One Card. Park has also been Vice President and For me the final decision factor came down to I was looking er of the Sigma Chi International Fraternity. President of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and worked as a Residence Life Don. around campus one day and I still felt like there were a lot of • . things that could be changed. This is my last year as a student and it just didn't seem right to say 'Alright well things aren't right but I'm j}lst going to leave'. I've gotten a lot from Laurier. I've met some amazing people and I feel like it's really changed how I am and my outlook on life. And I'feellike it would be really selfish to just say 'Well, I'm going to leave. I'm not going to try and change anything'

I think what I can do better is for one bring a wealth of experi­ ence to the organization. Like I said I've got a certain amount of • experience at the management level of the students' union so I'm not going to have to spend a long amount of time figuring out how a $13 million budget works .... Instead of sitting in a boardroom or in an of­ fice and thinking 'Why aren't students interested in what we're doing?' ... it's getting out of that room and talking to them. Management isn't doing that right now. And the easiest way to solve that is to just get out and talk to them.

I don't really think it's about me. I don't re¥lythink it's about them. A lot of what I think it breaks down to is an experienced standpoint.... I'm the only candidate who's been involved in management in the Students' Union before, I'm the only candidate who's done budgeting for the Students' Union before, I'm the only candidate who's done VP Hiring before .... With the exception of Nick Gibson I'm the only candidate who's been lobbying government. And I think that that has a huge impact. Instead of learning what all of that means, I can go to the office on day one, I can prioritize and I can start working on what my plat­ form initiatives are.

I think that the biggest thing is people feel like I might not be that personable or that I'm just not interested. And it couldn't be fur­ ther from the truth. Throughout this campaign students aren't going to see me out dancing and singing ... it's not mY personality. But I couldn't be more interested in who they are, why they're here and what they want to get out of the university. My passion may not be perfectly vis­ ible every time. But when we start talking about the issues I think it will re­ MEGAN CHERNIAK PHOTOGRAF;.HY MANAGER Elll GARLIN PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER ally come across.

The reason why I chose the Hall of Fame is that we wanted to wrence Dan La Cute meet in Wilf' s but unfortunately because it would be actively campaigning we weren't allowed to. Wilf's has been pretty im- - lounge computer lab Location: Hall of Fame portant to me in terms of my extra -curricular involvement. In my first two years I did A-Team for two years and then in my third year I was also the iness student He has been involved with La Cute is a fourth-year Communication Studies student He was President Alumni and Promotions person for Winter Carnival and then I worked in jt Laurier). Residence Life and was a Head of Activities for his House Council and a member of A-Team for two years. the kitchen and then this year I'm a program person for Wilf's and the Tur­ 2ek. He has also been involved with A-Team. He has worked at Wilfs as Programming Assistant La Cute has also been ret. So I've spent a lot of time in Wilf' s and I think that that's had a huge worked as a Special Constables D~spatcher. a Residence Life Don for two years. has volunteered with 5 Days for the impact on my extra -curricular involvement and definitely made me into :nee has participated in men's varsity rugby. Homeless and worked as a Student Ambassador. the person that I am today.

I thinkthis is a great opportunity to get to know more students and get to hear about their needs. I would consider myself a very approachable person and I think that because of that I can actu- ally get out there and get to know what students actually want. I know that past presidents haven't always been the most open to hearing new ideas and they're busy with policies but I really want to make myself more ap- proachable to all students. •

I think WLUSU management is doing a really great job. I think that Kyle, although he received a little bit of flack on the Terrace • expansion, a lot of the finances were out of his control. And al­ - though we did have to spend that additional money I think that it's benefit­ ting students in the long run. And in the sense of the VPs and the manage­ men~ group I think they're doing a great job. But I think one of the main things that I hear from students time and time again is just communica­ tion. Students don't know who are the management group ... so I think it's about getting out there and making sure students are aware .

My involvement on campus. Becaus. e of the fact that I've done so many things I think I can pull my various experiences together • to pull towards it. I'm also actively engaged in the community. I know a lot of people on campus .... Because ifl feel like I know many peo­ ple then I can just go talk to people.

I'm the oldest offour kids. My sister goes to Western, both my brothers are in high school back home in Orangeville. Maybe something that they wouldn't know is that my parents have been really supportive of me and my family is actually coming to hear the results on Thursday: So if everyone comes out to hear the results on Tb.ursday you can meet my dad, my sister and my brother.

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Food for Wisdom for the body thought

A local registered nutritionist gives advice on what kinds of foods will encourage a COLLEEN CONNOLLY healthy student lifestyle — from consuming healthy fats to those nights out drinking STAFF WRITER

We are faced with many chang-

« — YENNY VAN ANDEL causing our bodies to be "wide open "Boiling eggs orhaving cans of es in university one STAFF WRITER to free radicals." tuna to put in salads," she said, are diet. Our cupboards at school "It is important to include the a cheap way to get protein into our Eat healthy complex become filled with processed many Laurier stu- good fats in your diet," Joanne con- diets. ■food when we say goodbye to dents can attest to, eating tinued. "Walnuts, fruits and vegeta- Most fruits and vegetables are in- carbohydrates and pro- home-cooked meals. healthy during university bles, avocado, salmon, almonds and expensive too and can be brought However, there are some Ascan be a challenge. nuts are all good choices." on-the-go to class; "Just try to eat as teinright before you go consistencies when it comes Not only are we bombarded with She also stressed the importance close to natural as you can," Willis- to being a post-secondary stu- unhealthy food options, we don't of cooking with the right fats such Smith hints. out drinking for a good dent — like the objective of an always have the time or finances to as coconut oil, avocado oil and cold When you do eat out, there are education. buy healthy alternatives. pressed extra virgin olive oil. things to avoid and things to look base." Even though there are no Joanne Willis-Smith, a registered In a perfect world, we would eat for. "Try to order foods that have foods that can necessar- nutritionist in Kitchener, shared healthy foods all the time and never been steamed or grilled over other ily make us smarter, there are some helpful tips and insight into get sick. options," she recommended. "Also, some that can benefit our the world ofhealthy eating. However, we are not living in a pass on dips and sauces." —Joanne Willis-Smith brains more than oihers. Nutritionist Having battled and won against perfect world and frankly, many of Finally, what is the 411 on drink- Peter Tiidus, professor of ki- lymphoma cancer at age 26, she us don't have time to always stick ing alcohol? Willis-Smith is a foun- nesiology at Laurier, stated, dedicated her life to learning ways to eating healthy while studying for tain ofknowledge on this topic as "The brain is made up of neu- to strengthen her immune system, midterms and juggling a social life. well. rons and their development eat healthy and help others become In light ofthis, Willis-Smith gives "Frankly, it's not bad to have two and health depends on the aware of the importance of a healthy a few suggestions for university stu- or three drinks a week," she postu- that by making small changes now supply of appropriate fatty ac- diet. dents who are busy and lacking in lated. "However with more than that in your diet, there canbe long-last- ids". According to Willis-Smith, one of the financial department. your liver is being taxed." ing effects for the future. He also added that "Omega the most important foods that many "At this point in your life, you She continued, "all alcohol, Willis-Smith, having battled can- 3 fatty acids in particular" are people are deficient in is fatty acids. need your brains right now for the whether it's beer or vodka, burdens cer and won, is an inspiration for us beneficial. "Society has been told we are best performance," Willis-Smith the liver because it causes it to be- all. She realizes the importance of Those in abundance will al- supposed to go on a lowfat or no-fat said, referring to the intense work- come busy detoxifying. It's busy eating healthy in relation to overall low the brain to appropriately diet to lose weight." out our brains go through during a regulating your blood sugar levels, strength and immunity. function. She continued by describing our term. your protein levels and more." Why waitfor a wake-up call "[lt's] a molecule that is very bodies as a building made of bricks "That's why it is important to fuel So, she gives a few tips: "Eat twenty years down the road? Make important to making the signal- and cement, "However, this causes your body with protein to feel full healthy complex carbohydrates positive dietary changes now and ling work well in the brain and our cell health to be lacking." and complex carbohydrates to bal- and protein right before you go out increase your chances of a long, is one of the things that our When we are lacking in certain ance blood sugar levels." drinking for a good base." She also healthy life. diet is rare in," explained Rudy nutrients and essential fatty acids She thinks portable healthy food suggested, ifpossible, to "alternate After all, wisdom is to the mind Eikelboom, chair of the psy- like Omega 3, the cement holding is important and said it can take drinks with water to keep hydrated." what health is to the body. chology department, of Ome- the bricks together can crumble, a bit of planning and preparation. The important thing to realize is ga 3, which are found largely in fish and nuts. Antioxidants are another source of benefit for the brain; they increase its longevity and are found abundantly in ber-

ries. • Tiidus explained that "oxygen is an oxidizing agent. It will re- local act with cells start to Think and break them down... antioxidants pre- a of this NATASHA TACCHI Buying local not only has the ben- vent lot damage. that may STAFF WRITER efits of tasting fresher but is a lot Some of the things more energy efficient and betterfor slow down the aging process Eating local food isbetter for the the Canadian economy. would include eating fruits and environment, our bodies and our There are also sustainable food vegetables which contain an- tastebuds. There is something sat- conferences and talks occurring tioxidants," but to my surprise isfying about knowing where the throughout the year for individuals (and delight) other foods that meal you're eating came from and yearning to become more knowl- are high in these molecules in- that you are making a positive im- edgeable in organic, local and eco- clude chocolate and coffee. pact on local farmers by consuming friendly food products. Upcom- • Their advantages go further: it. Wilfrid Laurier University is sur- ing events include the "Growing a "there are substances in choc- rounded by a very resourceful land- GreenerFuture from Field to Table" olate and in caffeine that are scape, which the majorityof the stu- conference in Toronto and "Farming stimulants and have the prop- dent population doesn't put to their for Foodies: The realities offarming erties to bring you to a state advantage. sustainably in Ontario," to be held in of alertness' explained Eikel- To encourage these students to Kitchener. boom. eat locally, Alison Blay-Palmer, pro- It takes a lot of planning to buy *He goes on to say that "stim- fessor of geography and environ- locally and often as students we find ulation to a certain level is pos- mental studies at Laurier, suggested ourselves with empty cupboards, itive, but beyond that level it that there should be a directbus to relegated to eating on campus. might become detrimental." the nearest market available to en- When buying lunch or snacks on Moderation is the key to courage them to buy and eat locally. campus, be aware that some ofthe keeping healthy in any sense. There are currently busses that will vendors are more environmentally In regards to what we eat, bring patrons to the market, but friendly than others. Also, there is "Some of it is great and some not without transfers, which can be always the weekly WLU Farm Mar- of it is not so good," said Eikel- time-consuming. ket, which offers locally grown foods boom, "Students need to be educated for a good price. "And we may need to supple- and care where their food is com- And whenyou do have to make ment some of what we get for ing from," said Blay-Palmer. "Ask a hasty trip to the grocery store, re- that balanced diet we need to the venues if their food is local as member that the basic products that make the brain work well." it demonstrates that students care you normally buy there are usually about their food choices." processed at some point or another Students who wish to experi- from a group ofmajor corporations. ence the excitement oflocal culture With the rise in our student popu- at St. Jacob's Market on Thursdays lation, we can have more of an im- and Saturdays need to be informed pact on whatfood is sold at our uni- individuals as well. Remember to versity. Students that are interested ask the other vendors iftheir prod- in purchasing smarter food can join ucts are local and organic before as- a share in a community-supported suming they are, as the vegetables agricultural co-op (CSA). and fruit sold during the winter are By knowing thatyour money is normally brought from the Toronto going directly to producing qual- Food Terminal. A great alternative ity food you can rest assured that to driving orbussing to St. Jacobs is you will positively impactyour local joining Bailey's buying club, which community, while satisfyingyour brings local and seasonal food to body. KW residents every 4-6 weeks. « Wednesday, February 2, 2011 THE CORD 15 ARTS Arts Editor Sarah Murphy • smurphytathecord.ca Fringe provides alternative theatre

The 2011 edition of the festival delivered a variety of memorable theatrical and cinematic performances

The Cham- the more controversial pieces, espe- MURPHY Cord spoke to the festival's extensive practice schedule, "really cool opportunity" for local SARAH and "It's hard to find Waterloo residents to try something cially from last year's show, are great ARTS EDITOR marketing director, emcee ac- bers explained, a tress in multiple plays Keegan balance between something that new. "Part ofthe reason I was drawn indicators of how this generation of at Laurier's Fringe Chambers about the festival prepa- you'rereally passionate about and to Laurier [was that] I wasreally students is currently thinking. Festival could one see ration process and balancing stu- making sure you get all your assign- intrigued by the fact that there's so Submissions are "not always Onlya horror movie, an ab- dentlife with the demanding re- ments done on time." much going on," said Chambers. about trying to make the audi- surdist one-act play and hearsal schedule. She also noted that the produc- "There's St. Jacob's market, all the ence laugh," explained Chambers, an a cappella performance — all The writers and directors kick off tion had to overcome challenges local shops uptown, there's such a "Sometimes it's about an expression within a two-hour span. the process, formulating and script- like finding times that everyone diversity in the town and there's so ofthe artist." This past weekend, all ofthese ing their ideas before auditions be- in the larger casts could rehearse many cool things you can do," she With Fringe over for the year, and more were delivered to small gin in September. and missing class to make tech and continued, also noting the alterna- hopefully the festival will continue but enthusiastic crowds atLaurier's Talking about the audition pro- dress rehearsals. tive arts culture that is nurtured by to grow and expand amongst the MaureenForrester Recital Hall. cess, Chambers explained that As marketing director for Fringe, businesses like Princess Cinema Waterloo community. The annual Fringe Festival has Fringe doesn't want to just be de- Chambers was in charge of adver- and local craft fairs. "Personally I think everything become a staple source ofLaurier pendent on returning performers. tising this year's show and stated Fringe stays true to this tradition, wentreally well. I mean, all of the talent over the last few years, de- "As much as you can know people that one of her main goal was to providing an option other than go- directors obviously have their ideas livering a widerange ofstudent- who acted in stuff lastyear, you al- get the community outside ofLau- ing to Galaxy Cinema to see ablock- ofwhat 'well' is," said Chambers. written, directed and performed ways want fresh talent," she stated. rier involved. She believes that the buster movie. "But there's always things to learn material. In terms ofdealing with the student-runproductions provide a Chambers also pointed outthat from."

ELLI GARLIN AND NICK LACHANCE Performances from (L-R) Brouhaha, Sports Bar and The One entertained crowds on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night as part of Laurier's annual Fringe Festival. In review: Festival performances

Hawkapella paying attention. for the twists to have any real im- Sports Bar Brouhaha Though entertaining, certain pact on the audience. Written & directed by: Jennilee Written & directed by: Wade Laurier's a cappella group opened parts ofthe play seemed a little too Hodgson Thompson the night, showing off the mem- overacted and the production as a Stage Manager: Kate Cooper Stage Manager: Taryn Parrish bers' vocal talent, though the perfor- whole could have benefited from the mancefailed to fully engage the au- performances being reined in a bit The One Definitely the low point ofthe eve- This absurdly entertaining one- dienceright offthe bat. at times. Written & Directed by: Taryn ning, the performances delivered in act from writerand director Wade Instrument-free rendiFions of The amusing plot twist at the end Parrish SportsBar left the audience uninter- Thompson shone the spotlight on a both Lauryn Hill's "Doo Wop (That was an unexpected, but funny, way Stage Manager: Jocelyn Smith ested and restless. collection ofquirky characters wait- Thing)" and Beyonce's "Ego" were to bring the one-act to a close. What was inreality probably a ing at a bus stop. delivered by the group. The final piece before the intermis- 15-minute play seemed to drag on The clever scriptrevolved around The co-ed singinggroup, clad in sion really got the crowd engaged, for an eternity ofboring, badly writ- a mysterious character named black, demonstrated their ability to as the theatre erupted in laughter ten and acted scenes. The playtells Thomas, who the audience never create pleasant-sounding harmo- The Nightshift throughout most ofTaryn Parrish's the story of a failing sports bar, gets to meet. The frustratingly witty nies, while keeping the beat with Written, directed& produced by: one-act play The One. whose disgruntled employees seek banter between characters who were rhythmic snapping. Mike McMurran Set in the living room of room- revenge against their shady manag- equally hilarious and infuriating The group will also be performing mates Kyle, Steve and Brent (played er Shirley Baxton. provided laughs throughout the du- on Valentine's Day. The only film submission at this by Kevin Hatch, Wade Thompson The dialogue was awkwardly ration of the one-act play. year's Fringe, The Nightshift was and Nathaniel Andrew), hilarity en- worded and painful to listen to at The action opened with actors written, directed and produced by sues when Kyle returns home from a times — though this could have Shawn Trask and Travis Herron, Mike McMurran. date with a girl that he determinedly been because it was in place to fuel who delivered two ofthe strongest Murder by Midnight Short in length, the movie tells believes is "the one." the meandering and ridiculous plot. performances of the night. Timing Directed by: Luke Dotto the story oftwo employees (played Hatch delivered one of the most A larger-than-necessary cast of and pacing were executed near per- Written by: Jeff Goode by Kenny Mak and Lisa Sonder- animated performances ofthe eve- bar employees played out an attack fectly, contributing to aproduction Produced by: Lauren gaard) working a late night shift in a ning, raving ecstatically about his on Baxton, which was portrayed as that was genuinely entertaining, if

- Vastano Beltrano restaurant with a gruesome past. dream girl — who it was later re- shadow figures behind screens. a bit obscure for some viewers. The Before leaving for the night, their vealed wore cargo pants under her Although this effect hinted at a remaining cast members each com- In this ten-minute murder mystery manager tells them a tale about a dress and wrote awful poetry by pla- creative idea, it wasn't carried out pleted their positions play acting with written by Jeff Goode and pro- series of murders that had taken giarizing pop songs, all while sport- particularly well, as audience mem- skill, while Thompson and Kevin

uced - by Lauren Vastano Beltrano, place years ago in the very same res- ing a furby tattoo. bers not sitting directly in the mid- Hatch each added the role ofpuppe- Dick Piston (Luke Dotto) is enlist- taurant. In a bizarre twist, employ- An example of said poetry? An dle ofthe theatre had to awkwardly teer to theirFringe resume. ed to solve a crime reported to him ees Billy and Laurie get transported exact replica of "Safety Dance." view actors sticking out from behind The two puppets provided even by a woman in nothing but a towel back in time and relive the horrific The script was hysterically funny, the lit screens. further comic as did an ever- (Keegan relief, Chambers). murders from the past. and Thompson and Andrew provid- Transitions between scenes were changing bus stop sign — though The cast creatively toyed with The cast wasn't particularly im- ed the perfect sarcastic foils to the haphazardly organized, adding an both ofthese components were able typical crime-drama and film noir pressive, though they managed to over-enthusiastically giddy Hatch, almost welcome distraction from to provide laughs without becoming characteristics. carrythe movie through to the end. making it one of the most entertain- theaction ofthe play. Regardless of gimmicky. The self-reflexivity ofthe genre The film provided a few frighten- ing segments ofthe night. how individual audience members experts was Channeling absurdist like amusing, the recurring "novelty ing moments with its grisly murder Ifthat wasn't enough, the cast interpreted the show, it is clear that Beckett and Monty Python, Brouhaha e timer SS joke received laughs and scenes, though the plot was ulti- members took their bows as "Safety SportsBar sparked discussion. was an excellent ending to 2011's e Just speedy dialogue kept viewers mately too confusingly played out Dance" played. Awesome. not the good kind. Fringe Festival. 16 ARTS THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011

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Dragonette "Thrill" audience at Starlight on Friday night

LIZ SMITH Lounge only grew as the night went a— CORD ARTS on and the crowd danced their way through a set of high-energy tracks I'm not lightning McGee crowd at the Starlight from 2009's Fixing To Thrill, plus Lounge in Waterloo was other singles like the current chart- or whatever the fuck I'm perceptibly anxious on Fri- climber "Hello" featuring Martin supposed to Theday night as they awaited Solveig. be." Canadian electro-pop trio Dragon- The energy peaked when the band ette on stage. pounded out the title track "Fixing Cheers erupted as singer Mar- To Thrill," as the audience jumped tina Sorbara, bassist Dan Kurtz and up and down to the beat like a single drummer Joel Stouffer appeared entity. through the backdrop and delighted "Best, most fun show ever," a the crowd by opening with "I Get breathless Sorbara crooned at the Around," the intoxicatingly catchy close ofthe song, justbefore leaving —Martina Sorbara hit from their 2007 debut album the stage. Vocalist/guitarist, Dragonette Galore. The band reappeared moments The intimate atmosphere ofthe later to play an encore consisting of showcan be accredited to pint- "Volcano" and "Big Sunglasses." sizedfrontwoman Martina Sorbara, The numerous fans singing along who charmed the audience with her to every song was a good indicator playful rapport and self-deprecating ofthe successes Dragonette have this past summer, the band mem- humour, telling the crowd she had enjoyed over the past several years. bers were obviously fond of the nearly been "fired from playing the Notably, they garnered a 2008 Starlight. guitar in this band" the previous Juno nominationfor Best New "We made a super effort to be week. Group, while Kurtz and Sorbara here tonight because this was one of "I'm not lightning fingers McGee have collaborated with Cyndi Lau- the best shows we played last year," or whatever the fuck I'm supposed to per for her album Bring Ya To theBrink bassist DanKurtz told the crowd. be," joked the singer before launch- in 2008. "We're talking about moving to KW ing into "Fire InYour New Shoes" in Although it may not be able to Doubtful, as the trio are currently ELLI GARLIN PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER a voice both girlish and raspy. compare in size to shows in their re- living and recording in Rio de Janei- Martina Sorbara stole the stage at Dragonette's Starlight show. The energy in the Starlight cent catalogue, such as Lollapalooza ro, Brazil. 1 DOMINO S.CA SAVE TIME AND F VMS ORDER ONLINE

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Last year I believe The Cord made a As one who is admittedly not WLU- Ihad this year's candidates nar- Out of the gates, I knew exactly who The recurring themes in the cam- mistake in endorsing Kyle Walker: SU's biggest fan, I came into the rowed down to two from the get-go. I wanted to endorse and why. Nick paigns and debates this election the likeable, less knowledgeable presidential race skeptical to say the One, Nick Gibson came out strong Gibson had the experience and in- season have centered on the stu- candidate. So this year I have made least. Instead, I find myself strongly as the affable and knowledgeable telligence to win me over right off dents' union's lack of communi- a conscious effort not to let irrel- backing Nick Gibson as the next advocacy candidate, the one with the bat. His charisma has failed cation with the student body and evant criteria affect me and to select president of the union. I am thor- the grasp ofhow to appeal to both to wane despite Matt Park's "dark the need to reach outto students the best candidate for the job. oughly impressed with his desire informed and uninformed Laurier horse" campaign which, much to beyond the Fred Nichols Campus With this in mind, it's clear that to flex the union's muscle to push voters. The other, Matt Park, while my surprise, has garnered some of Centre. the choice comes down to Nick Gib- the university to fix the Dining Hall, asking voters to "imagine" and a my respect. The WLUSU election Despite every undergraduate stu- son and Matt Park. And while Park which is a sad joke. platformriddled with third person has become nothing but a three- dent paying fees to WLUSU, they are dominated the all-candidates de- Nick gets the fact that one ofthe references, seemed to bring forward ring circus of animal costumes, shit generally uninformed and uninter- bate and open forum, his platform primary roles ofthe union is to justabout the only buzzword to ac- videos and empty promises. And ested about the veiy purpose ofthe falls short in focusing on smaller is- advocate on behalf of student in- tually resound with those who care: while Gibson did prescribe to some union. sues on campus but not making any terests. He also understands that "experience". gimmicky methods, behind his tac- This fact rang clear in last year's substantial promises. WLUSU needs to be prudent and While Park's tenure with WLUSU tics was a solid platform of concrete election with only a pitiftd 14per Like Park, Gibson has also dem- business-like in handling its financ- as a director and onetime chair of ideas — ideas that, unlike other can- cent of the student body taking the

onstrated impressive knowledge es — something lost upon succes- the board built the experience he didates, he would have the power to time to cast a ballot. of policy governance. However, sive administrations. wields against the others, during make as WLUSU president. I suspect little will change with he couples this with a promise to While Matt Park is the most well that time he was known around this DanLa Cute is kind-hearted and online voting. That minority, rather put more onus on the university spoken of the candidates, his plat- office for refusing to comment or appears to genuinely care about stu- than having a real voice, will split in terms of providing for students' form is thin on both vision and de- co-operate with The Cord. Not in- dent needs - but that doesn't nec- their voice between Gibson and Park needs. He has also impressed me tails. I am always skeptical of career volved at that time, however, I can't essarily mean he would be the best who have apolicy backgrounds, La with his strong stance on the con- student politician types and there hold that against him now and look president. And Aeron Lawrence Cute with strong experience in stu- tentious issue ofthe dying business are serious questions that arise from athis knowledge and realistic ideas seems completely out to lunch when dent life and Lawrence whofails to that is the Dining Hall. I also believe his record with the union. first. DanLa Cute seems willing it comes to union operations and the exhibit any comprehension ofthe he has the knowledge and confi- In terms of other candidates, to learn, but with one-year terms relationships therein. Although torn union or role ofthe president. dence to allow him not to be used as DanLa Cute has put too much focus and strong competition, leaning between both Gibson and Park, the Rather than endorsing one candi- a puppet to further upper manage- on the panda bear novelty. While on a monochromatic animal prop latter's history at the university and date from a pool that promise simi- ment's goals. seemingly alikeable guy, he clear- — oddly reminiscent of last year's union makes me weary. I queston lar sentiments asyears past to con-

I would like to end with an anti- ly falls behind Gibson and Park in less-experienced candidate — isn't whether he's apt to take over a union nect with students, I am endorsing endorsement ofAeron Lawrence, terms ofgrasp of the issues. enough. Aero is an afterthought in that has undergone drastic changes an option for the apathetic major- whose platform is full of bizarre Aeron Lawrence's platform of this race, he admitted as much at the and is extremely different than the ity. On Feb. 3 and 4, get online and promises and seems haphazardly video games and cots doesn't war- close ofopen forum. Nick Gibson, one he left threeyears ago. scrap your ballot. thrown together with spelling mis- rant any serious consideration. Af- while he would make a damn good At the end ofthe day, I hope that For those who don't care, don't takes. His ideas are extremely vague ter watching the debates it is clear president, seems less self-sufficient for once Laurier students under- know or don't support any of the and indeterminate, and he's given that "Aero" hasn't a clue what is go- than Park and lacks the inside-out stand that their WLUSU president candidates, tell the union justthat. no indication throughout his cam- ing on. His election would be a trag- WLUSU knowledge. doesn't have to be theirbest friend Voting for no one tells WLUSU that paign of a clear vision or under- edy for Laurier students. Log in, close your eyes, and click — they have to run a $13 million while you care about where your tu- standing of the Students' Union. The choice is clear on Feb. 3-4. Matt Park. Ifyou miss and click corporation. ition fees are going, they have failed —Disclaimer: Nick Gibson is an opinion —Disclaimer: Nick Gibson is an opinion Gibson it wouldn't be the end ofthe —Disclaimer: Nick Gibson is an opinion to engage or represent you. Get your columnist forThe Cord columnistfor The Cord world though. columnistfor The Cord money's worth and vote for you.

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would be a great loss. Luke Dotto His genuine care and concern for After an impressive performance students should continue on the at the open forum, Luke Dotto has board. earned our endorsement for first- -Disclosure: Jon Pryce is acandidatefor year director. v. the WLUSPBOD He demonstrated knowledge of the union and its operations and had clearly done his research in prepara- Chris Oberle tion for his campaign. Throughout his two-year tenure on Dotto has plenty of on-campus the board, Oberle has been consis- experience and has worked on cam- tently well-prepared and engaged paigns before. during meetings. He displays a His focus on advocacy and lobby- strong grasp of Robert's Rules and ing will be a welcome alternative in WLUSU policy. the boardroom. Oberle is not afraid to speak, par- ticularly when it comes to keeping the president and management of Jon Pryce the union honest. He asks tough Jon Pryce should be re-elected to questions at the right times and the board of directors. knows when to listen and learn from He continuously advocates for the others. We are confident that he needs of students, as was exempli- could step up next year and take on fied by his institution of an online more of a leadership role. live feed of each board meeting. Chris Oberle should be re-elected He consistentiy reminds fellow to the board in the hopes that he will board members of ownership link- become chair ofthe board of direc- MEGAN CHERNIAK PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER age and without him, that voice tors in 2011-2012. Presidential candidates (L-R): Matt Park, Nick Gibson, Aeron Lawrence and Dan La Cute. THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011 19 THE FORUM Opinion Editor Eric Merkley • emerkleycathecord.ca Letters to the Editor Students who don't Music students the opportunity to apply to a variety articles for research and presenta- vote shouldn't criticize underappreciated of positions. tions. For those wholive on their RE:LMTshows Laurier how to parly, While some arts students elect own, this means simple actions on- Laurier just as it does in a democrat- Jan 19 to apply for jobs that have been se- line can be more expensive and the ic society. I always know when it's Wednesday. cured by co-op co-ordinators and last thing we want is more fees to Every February, students are af- The new issue of The Cord comes out are restricted to co-op students, worry about. forded the opportunity to vote in and someone always has something such as archaeological field work And, if that still doesn't get under free and fair elections to determine to gripe about. This week was no positions through Parks Canada your skin, perhaps you would like to theleadership of the WilfridLaurier exception. While reading the fas- and brand communications interns hear thereal reasons for this policy. University Students' Union among cinating review ofLaurier Musical with packaged goods firms, others Since the influx of companies like KYLE HOCKING other positions and issues. Theatre's (LMT) "College: The Mu- are interested in working with their Netflix and websites like Hulu, ISPs, [email protected] Students have the chance to learn sical," I was struck by the bold quote co-ordinatorto explore opportuni- who also often offer cable to their about candidates and their views within from director GregEvans : ties traditionally not posted by em- customers, have seen a decrease At its core, a democratic system through the publication ofplat- "There's aton oftalent atLaurier ployers, such as specialized research in subscriptions to theirtelevision relies upon participation by the forms, discussions at open forums in singing, acting and dancing, and positions with faculty and political services. people. Our present understand- and through general interaction with there's no — at least academic way positions with federal parties and So now, instead of these ISPs ing ofdemocracy stems from the candidates themselves. Similarly,

— to do that." This caused quite an lobby groups. needing to change with the times Ancient Greek system of demokratia the opportunity to run for a position uproar amongst the music students. Students interested in a career and adapt to the changing markets, which is based upon the theory that in WLUSU is open to every under- I had to re-read the article. Did my in teaching have the opportunity to they have permission to charge you, power rests with the people; demos graduate student at Laurier. Never- eyes deceive me or did my entire de- obtain valuable experience work- the customer, to make up for their meaning people and kratia meaning theless, when it comes to elections,' gree justget undermined? ing with special populations such failing policies and poor quality power. an increasing number ofstudents Perhaps Mr. Evans' words got as children, youth, and those with services. Demokratia, a system ofdirect de- are content with being apathetic to- misconstrued orperhaps I am over- disabilities. Remember, you control your mocracy whereby decisions were ward the process. reacting, but I find myself taking Co-op fees for Laurier arts stu- money vote withyour walletand made by the masses, has since be- In recent years, voter turnout at this statement to mean that LMT dents are among the lowest in the show the ISPs that ÜBB is not good come impractical in nations with WLU has been abysmal. Students is the only outletfor musicians at province. While Laurier's two-se- for business. Without paying cus- large populations and therefore has who approach me with concerns this school. May I directyour atten- mester system within the Faculty of tomers, they will have no usage to been replaced by contemporary rep- about how the Union operates or tion to the world-renowned Music Arts does not allow for a full co-op bill. resentative democracy. spends their money are typically Faculty, employing some of North model, arts co-op students have the —Alexandra Orlando Yet the fundamentals of the sys- met with my own question to them: America's finest performers, con- opportunity to integrate paid work- tem have largely remained un- "Did you vote?" ductors, coaches and composers, place learning and experience rele- changed. Rather than directpartici- and offering one ofCanada's finest vant to their academic program and Letter policy pation, the people have now been Bachelor's degrees in Honors Music. personal/professional goals, while Letters must not exceed 250 words. In- given the right to vote in elections To read the rest of I immensely appreciate the out- gaining marketable skills and devel- clude yourfull name and telephone num- to determine those who govern and Kyle Hocking's column and let provided for musical theatre. oping valuable contacts during two ber. Letters must be received by 12:00 represent them. Thus, the people more check out It was my first love as a performer work terms. p.m. noon Monday via e-mail to letters@ have been charged with the respon- and brings joy and entertainmentto The skills Arts Co-op students thecord.ca. The Cord reserves the right to sibility to elect those they see asbest millions. learn while conducting a job search editfor length and clarity or to reject any representing their views. thecord.ca Ifyou're looking for an academic and preparing for interviews are letter. This responsibility rings true at avenue intoLaurier's music pro- an added benefit in their career not audition for one of gram, why development. . our many fine ensembles? It has —Karen McCargar been my personal observations that /'■ music students are bar none the busiest and most academically chal- lenged by their degree. So ifyou are WLUSU not to blame searching for an artistic and aca- for lack of gender parity demic challenge, please stop by the RE:Lack offemale interest in BOD unfor- John Aird Building! There's more to tunateJan 19 our faculty than a giant elevator. I am gladyou highlighted the two One Year —Samantha Pickett female directors this year on the Jkivl board. I also wishyou had given a shout out to Jackie Dobson and Lau- to a In this article the director, Greg Ev- ra Sheridan, likely two ofthe best Great ans, states "There's a ton oftalent WLUSU politicians we saw this past atLaurier in singing, acting and decade. dancing, and there's no — at least I'm not sure though why it is the Career academic way — to do that." On the Students' Union's fault that women contrary, Laurier has a grand and aren'trunning for the board or pres- well known Music Faculty. Within idency. When I was retiring from the Your degree or diploma is a great the music faculty there is the voice board, I sought out people to further foundation —now get the job-specific 'zmnyMSggjpir department. The voice department my ideals on the board. If female skills employers are looking for in as puts on an opera and opera excerpts directors don't find their own re- little as eight months. - every yearwhere there is plenty of placement then part ofthe onus falls singing, acting and dancing. The upon them to have inspired new tal- Sheridan offers 22 post-graduate students involved in the opera and ent. Most of on the blame falls the programs that will prepare you for opera excerpts are graded unless general population to have failed to fljyifek

a career in business, „ they are a volunteer. represent themselves. management, ISjalikV What Evans states in the article Finally, I actually don't think that communications, or digital media. 'WSmT ,jr does not make sense. I'm sure a lot gender or ethnicity make a differ- ofbusiness students would be puz- ence on theboard. Directors are A variety of other diploma and degree : zled if I said "There is a ton oftalent there to represent all students, not progams are also available. at Laurier in budgeting, arithmetic, a special constituency of colour or and economics but there is no — at ethnicity. Get the rewarding job you want S least academic — s E I way to do that". —AndrewFryer & * shine brighter. ' This is complete hokum because \Vj * Laurier is primarilywell known for its Business and Economics Faculty. To recap there is a musicfaculty at UBB bad for Canadian this school and we technology pride ourselves 1 on our rigorous training. The op- The overall lack of attention that W Post-grad era this year is Mozart's "The Magic the recent implementation of usage * Wk Flute. You should all come and ex- based billing (UBB) by most major § OPEN perience the wonderful singing, act- Internet service providers (ISPs) 0 ing and dancing! is very troubling. They have been %, FEB. 24, -Travis Smalley given permission to limityour us- 201l" * 1 6-7:30 P.M. age if the internet to a set amount Hfil generally between 25G8 and 100GB jnHHy Register online today! per month. Any usage beyond this Arts co-op offers valu- will be charged in a way similar to able skills for students over-usingyour minutes onyour RE: Laurier arts co-op needs to be re- cell phone. formed, Jan lg The implications ofthis are far Individual student interests are di- greater than simply not being able verse within Arts Co-op and the to watch as many movies online or number ofacademic programs is download as manygames. high (more than 20 different ma- Students rely on the computer ost ra<*-sheridaninstitute.ca jors). Many students see co-op as a more than ever to access online P 9 chance to clarify their interests and courses on MyLearningSpace as career goals, taking full advantage of well any downloading of media and 20 THE CORD ￿ Wednesday, February 2, 2011 OPINION Opinion Editor Eric Merkley ￿ emerkleyQthecord.ca Point Counter-point: Laptops in lecture

Columnists Marcie Foster and Joseph McNinch-Pazzano debate the merits and drawbacks of allowing laptops in class at university and the impact it has on a student's academic experience

be with a piece ofpaper in front of properly what is going on in a lec- you. In order to preserve the learn- ture. We can't retain or actually edu- ing experience for all students, we cate ourselves when we're typing to need to have a frank discussion on our friend two rows back about how whether or not to ban laptops in the awkward the professor's shirt looks classroom. today. And it's easy to impede other So why ban laptops in lecture? people's learning without trying. MARCIE FOSTER Clearly not having one of my own in The bankable model ofeducation [email protected] the classroom has helped me a lot, from Paulo Freire tells us that we but it is the impact of other laptops simply absorb and regurgitate infor- As someone who has enough prob- in my line of sightthat is the true mation in the usual lecture setting. lems concentrating, Facebook is the nightmare. As I said before, I have a It is that critical engagement that worst thing ever to be able to cruise hard timeconcentrating and when we experience in seminar and expe- during class. This is one ofthe many I can see someone on Facebook or riential classes that actually allows reasons why I no longer bring my flipping back between MSN mes- us to grasp concepts. A laptop only

laptop to lecture — despite the pro- senger and Microsoft Word between stimulates the bankable model. We fessors who ruin my life by being lecture slides my eyes glaze over lose the ability to engage in active unnecessarily verbose and having to and I'm lost. It's bad enough to hear discussion with the class. Ultimately scramble to write down everything the soft clickety-clack of nails on this compromises the quality ofthe that comes out of their mouths. a Blackberry, but even worse when education we receive, which should Yes, I find it difficult to keep up with you're trying to focus and you have be a great concern for all students. some lectures without a laptop. some student between you and the Laptops simply don't make class- But that's a minor inconvenience prof all gung-ho flipping through rooms that much more accessible, compared to not being able to pay photos on Facebook. they don't help you all that much in attention. Some would argue that banning a lecture environment and they cer- Simply put, it's really not just laptops would be a step backwards tainly do not belong in a seminar. I about taking down information — in terms of allowing our education fully advocate for Laurier to ban lap- it's about engaging yourself in the to catch up with technological reali- tops and technological devices from learning experience. Learning is an ties. To that I would say this: when seniorlevel classes to start, with engaged metaphorical and often are we actually paying attention to exceptions for those registered with literal conversation with profes- what we're doing? We're constantly accessible learning. sors and other students. Having a texting, typing, talking, but rarely Students should embrace this laptop in front ofyou creates a bar- listening and thinking critically, change as a necessary step to en- rier behind which you can hide and about a whole plethora ofthings at hance their quality of education, creep people on Facebook. You're once. We need that entire amount something that has been in decline not nearly as attentive asyou would of concentration to comprehend atLaurier over the past few years.

laptops have a legitimate use. I wrote my notes for the first two weeks of firstyear before Irealized Students have the right that I could write down much more of whatthe professor said and have to make their own it all in neat, typed up documents when I went to study it. choices about their edu- JOSEPH MCNINCH-PAZZANO There are also students who have [email protected] differing learning styles and abili- cation — for better or for ties. Laurier is committed to provid- Laptops have become a staple of the ing accessible learning to all stu- worse. modern university experience. Walk dents, especially evidenced by the into any lecture hall on campus and Accessible Learning Centre. How- you are greeted with a sea oflap- ever, accessible learning must mean tops spread out from one side ofthe inclusive learning. room to the other. That's unless, of Iflaptops are banned in any class, course, your professor has decided a professor is obligated to make ex- to ban laptops in his/her class. ceptions for those with individual- in their class. I don't deny that these While I admit that there are stu- ized needs. However, those individ- are issues that need to be dealt with. dents who bring their laptops to uals would be singled out amongst Banning laptops, though, is too uni- class to amuse themselves through the students who are forced to revert versal a solution and hurts those NICK LACHANCE FILE PHOTO Tetris, Bubble Spinner or Facebook, to their notebooks. who are actually usingtheir laptop Itwould be plainly obvious who to learn. was in need ofthese learning ac- University is about learning about commodations. Perhaps, then, such yourself and how learning works for individuals would stop bringing you. A professor's role, in my view, 28 KING ST. N. 519-954-8660 their laptops to class as well, even is to facilitate that process of devel- at the expense oftheir own learn- opment by providing an environ- WATERLOO WWW.CHAINSAWSALOON.COM ing. This is not inclusive and is ment where you can discover that. unacceptable. A happy medium is possible. Students have a right to make I have had professors who have their own choices about their edu- stated their acceptance oflaptops

cation — for better or for worse. If as alearning tool in their classes. you want to come to university and Those same professors have re- create the facade thatyou give a crap served the right to take laptops away about class by showing up to lecture from students if they are being used but not paying the slightest bit of illegitimately. attention, that's your problem and Compromiseslike this are fair you'll deal with the consequences. and they respect the rights ofthose But, ifyou are a committed and who want to learn. It is this type dedicated student willing to learn of individualized learning that and get the most out ofyour aca- should be commended, and that we demic experience and a laptop should strive for as an educational ' is part ofthe way you're going to institution. D RTYB U E A achieve that, a professor should not We cannot deny newtechnology N TUK have the right to deny you that. (and its place in education) as it be- WE? I understand the objection that comes available. Education needs to someone using their laptop for adapt to these changes as they come non-class related activities can be along. Failing to do so is to deny R^ use all distracting. I also understand that students the opportunity to professors become fed up with stu- the tools open to them and that is dents who aren't paying attention unsustainable. THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011 21

These pretentious biz kids aren't difficult to spot either. They are rude, obnoxious, sport expensive clothing that the Bank of Daddy funded and, for some reason or other, believe that a [delusional] God has blessed the ground they walk on." —Barbara Ciochon

You know what yanks my Cord...... Pretentiousbiz kids. Now, let me I be clear in saying that not all busi- ness students fall into this category as I am careful to avoid painting i individuals with the same brush, i I know many who are kind, hard- i working and genuinely awesome peoplei Yet there are those who never fail to raise my blood pressure and more often than not force me to find the nearest wall to put my fist through. These pretentious biz kids aren't j difficult to spot either. They are rude, obnoxious, sport expensive clothing that the Bank of Daddy funded and, for some reason or oth- er, believe thata [delusional] God I has blessed the ground they walk | on. What is more, they believe that

because they will — arguably — one Kirpan ban against Canadian values day graduate from the BBA program, they will be raking in six-figure sal- aries and laughing at poor arts and them were carrying kirpans. The makes it less accessible. Lastly, it is science students as they drive by in irony is that the event they were at- also usually blunted, which makes it i their Beamers and Mercedes. tempting to participate in was a even less of a threat. The Bloc is playing poli- In response, I am left scratching committee hearing on religious It is important to note that many my head wondering who put such accommodation. ofthese concerns have already been tics and trying to shore a silly idea in their heads. As in any This proposed*ban hits close to addressed by the Supreme Court of career or job opportunity, a candi-

home with Liberal MP of Missis - Canada. In 2006, a 12-year-old Sikh up support in advance date must possess relevant skills ANDREW CHAI sauga-Brampton South, Navdeep boy dropped his kirpan at his school and experience; it also helps if that [email protected] Bains, who is a Sikh himself. He in Quebec. This prompted some of an election at the candidate's head hasn't inflated to has called this campaign nothing courts including the Quebec Court the size of a beach ball. With the As Canadians we pride ourselves but fear-mongering. I am inclined ofAppeal to ban it as a weapon. Ul- expense of cherished economy the way that it is at the on our country's multiculturalism to agree. Meanwhile, the Bloc Que- timately, the Supreme Court ruled moment, a piece of paper can't get and diversity. It is often used as becois has tried to make this into a unanimously that itwas not within Canadian values. you anywhere on its own, regardless one ofthe focal points of Canadian safety issue. But ifthis was a safety reasonable limits to deny Sikhs their ofwhether it says BBA, BA or BSc. identity in contrast to the Ameri- issue then it would have been dealt freedom ofreligion under the Char- Even ifthese pretentious biz kids can "melting pot." This sentiment with much earlier. Bains himself ter in carrying the kirpan and that stood in a better position to earn the is even entrenched in Section 27 of has been wearing the kirpan in the doing so would also contradict mul- salaries that they daydream about, the Canadian Charter ofRights and House of Commons since 2004 ticulturalism mentioned earlier. Democratique du Quebec, have ac- I pity their superficial pursuit of Freedoms, which is the source of without any indication of concern. But these facts did not stop the cused English Canada of "Quebec wealth and neglect to find a career some ofthe most fundamental laws He has also worn it at the United Bloc from capitalizing on this politi- bashing" and unfairly painting Que- that they will actually enjoy. Until ofthe land. States Congress and the Supreme cally by releasing a statement laud- becers as "bigots," "close minded" these pretentious business students So it is very seldom thatwe see Court ofCanada. In addition, there ing the issue and proposing that and "backwards thinking." get off their high horses, I, as well instances where there is such emo- are atleast two other practicing federal Parliament buildings should That may be true orfalse. But it many other Laurier students, will tionally charged debate over an is- Sikhs in the Commons who likely consider aban on the kirpan. In does not at all justify the actions of continue to avoid the SBE building sue so close to the heart of a minor- carry the kirpan as well. Quebec at leastthe Bloc has suc- the Bloc Quebecois. This is a party for the sake ofour sanity and to keep ityreligious group. But once again The kirpan is an article offaith for ceeded in swaying public opinion in that does not seem like they are ac- the school's walls intact - unless of a flashpoint has been reached in the the Sikh religion. In modern times their favour. Commentary coming tually interested in "reasonable ac- course an uncontrollable craving for debate over banning the kirpan, the it has no meaning as a weapon. It is from the province has been almost commodation." The Bloc is playing a large double-double hits us while ceremonial Sikh dagger, in public purely ceremonial and functions as unanimous in favour ofthe ban. politics and trying to shore up sup- in the vicinity. places. a symbol of ahimsa or non-violence The same could not be said for the port in advance ofan election at the —Barbara Ciochon In the midst of Quebec's "reason- and the active prevention ofvio- rest of Canada which had the exact expense of cherished Canadian val- able accommodation" debate over lence. It also symbolizes the ability opposite opinion. And so this de- ues. As Canadians, English speak- Check out Barbara Ciochon's where to draw the line on minority oftruth to cutthrough falsehoods. bate has had the consequence of re- ing or not, we should stand by our blog "ißarbara" at rights, security guards atthe Que- Furthermore, most Sikhs wear their opening the French-English divide. ethnic and religious plurality and bec National Assembly denied en- kirpan under their clothes and it Prominent Quebecers such as Mario all the different groups thatrepre- thecord.ca try to four Sikhs because some of is usually wrapped in a way that Dumont, who once led the Action sent it.

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Read more on thecord.ca Hawks take Swim team shines in OT thriller going set CHRIS MANDER and really the tone," said Campbell. "They shoot lots, play home pool STAFF WRITER hard and play great defense. They —Justin Fauteux The Laurier Golden Hawks men's did a really good job neutralizing basketball team played one of Kale [Harrison] this afternoon." their toughest games of the season Despite the great defence played against the Brock Badgers on Satur- against superstar Kale Harrison, day afternoon. other Hawks were able to step up. In what proved to be a thrilling Four other Hawks were able to finish, Laurier won 95-90 in over- score double digitsand Allin was time, with several big three pointers not far off with 8 points. How- keeping the Hawks alive. ever, most ofAllin's damage came Laurier rookie Jamar Forde, mak- through his passing skills, as he put ing his first career start, hit ahuge in a game high 14 assists, one less three pointer with 1:30left to help than the entire Brock squad. the Hawks stay afloat and then fel- Forde's first career start im- low first-year Patrick Donnelly pressed Campbell enough that he made both free throws with 14.7 managed to generate a smile out of seconds left to send the game to the coach after the game. overtime. "First career start and the kid was ELLI GARLIN Once in OT, the Hawks proved to all-world," he said. Strong defence home, just be too much for the ambitious Bad- and 14points is what had Camp- "At like gers, as Donnelly hit another huge bell so excited about the 6-3 athletic any other sport you three with two minutes to go and guard who continues to improve as then Max Allin was able to hit two the season progresses. have the home free throws with 15.5 seconds re- The best player for the Badgers crowd... It makes maining to seal the victory. was fourth year guard Andrew Donnelly was the brightest star Kraus, who scored a game high 27 a big difference for the Hawks on this day, as he points, most ofwhich were usually pulled down 17rebounds and a team in impressive fashion including a having that kind of best 24 points, finding his shot that highlight real dunk. support" he had struggled with recently. Laurier is now 11-5 and second "He struggled with his shooting place in their division, as well as re- —BrittanyShaw for the last couple ofgames and then maining undefeated at home. Laurier swimmer his rebounding and defence goes Despite their impressive season because he worry about so far, Campbell is not getting ahead his shot. Today he was great on the of himself, mainly due to the com- GOLDEN HAWK boards and showed what he can do," petitiveness ofthe entire division. said head coach Peter Campbell. . "We have not lost at home, but I However, it was not smooth sail- am not so sure we are okay." tJPDATI ing all afternoon as at times Laurier The Hawks' next game is against looked overmatched and struggled McMaster on Feb. 2 and they then to keep up with the fast pace game go on the road to face Windsor in a LYLA WILSON STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Week of that the Badgers love to play. critical game for their season and Hawks' rookie Patrick Donnelly (7) takes a shot over Brock's Jordan transition Johnson (55). Donnelly led all Laurier scorers January 31 - "They got their game playoff positioning. with 24 points. February 6, 2011 RECENT SCORES

01.29.11 W Hockey 2 - Brock 3 Women's basketball back track - on M Hockey 4 York 2

- Brock 3 VV Volleyball 1 Saturday. - JUSTIN FAUTEUX W Basketball 69 Brock 59 First-year Felicia Mazzerolle con-

- SPORTS EDITOR M Basketball 95 Brock 90 tinued to grow into the starter's role Not a lot has gone wrong this season at point guard, while fellow rookie 01.28.11 for the Golden Hawks women's bas- Laura Doyle put up seven points and 3 - Ottawa W Volleyball 0 ketball team. After their 5-0 start, two rebounds. the purple and gold have maintained But the best rookie performance 01.27.11 their spot amongst the Ontario Uni- ofthe afternoon came from Doreen W Hockey 3 - Guelph 2 versity Athletics (OUA) west divi- Bonsu, who contributed eight points

M Hockey 2 - Windsor 0 sion's elite, currently sitting in third. and seven rebounds, coming offthe However, coming into Saturday's bench and taking control when the 01.26.11 match-up with the Brock Badgers, Badgers were gaining momentum in

W Basketball 64 - Western 70 the Hawks found themselves in an the second quarter.

M Basketball 79 - Western 82 unfamiliar position on a cold streak. "Doreen stepped up and took care

W Volleyball 3 - Waterloo 1 Having lost three of their past four ofthings defens'ively and gave us said Falco. M Volleyball 0 - Waterloo 3 games and two in a row, Laurier some offence as well," needed a bounce-back game and "We're really pleased by our rook- UPCOMING HOME GAMES that's whatthey got, downing the ies, the 'fab five' as we like to call Badgers 69-59 to improve to 11-5. them all have a bright future." 02.02.11 "The girls bounced back really Those rookie performances, par- W Basketball vs McMaster well. We played really hard in the ticularly that ofMazzerolle, have Athletic Complex, 6:00 p.m. first half but I thought we didn't exe- been especially key with the injury M Basketball vs McMaster cute as well in the second half," said to veteran point guard Amber Hil- Athletic Complex, 8:00 p.m. Laurier head coach Paul Falco. "But lis. According to Falco, Hillis is still itwas a good win and a good way to undergoing tests on the injured 01.04.11 get back in the win column." back that has kept her sidelined for W Hockey vs Windsor The Hawks seemed in control of the vast majority ofthe season, but Sunlife Financial Arena, 3:00 p.m. the game right from the opening could return in the next few weeks. tipoff, leading for the entire game. In addition to ending their first LAURIER BOOKSTORE However, the team felt like they let cold streak ofthe season, the win ATHLETES OF THE WEEK the scrappy Badgers hang around over the Badgers gives the Hawks longer thanthey should have. some breathing room in the crowd- Ryan Daniels "It was a little bit closer than we ed OUA west standings. Laurier Men's Hockey would've liked it to be," said fourth- now sits alone in third, two points year Megan Grant. "It was alittle up on Brock and Lakehead. With Brittany Shaw scrambled at times but we managed six games left in the regular season, Swimming to pull through at the end." Grant believes herteam can be a While veterans Grant and fifth- dark horse heading into the playoffs. year Renata Adamczyk led the way "People give us a lot ofrespect, one of I www.laurierathletics.com YUSUF KIDWAI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER for the Hawks with 15 and 13 points she said. "But that could be Laurier's Christa Mancino (23) beats Brock's Devyn Cuncic (12) to respectively, the purple and gold our strengths because we come I GET CONNECTED. the ball during Saturday's 69-59 Golden Hawks win. saw a number ofrookies step up on in and surprise a lot of people. THE CORD • Wednesday, February 2, 2011 23 Out of town Scoreboard (Jan. 29-30) Super Bowl XLV: A classic match-up The Cord Sports staff makes their picks for this Sunday's match-up between two of the NFL's oldest teams the Green Bay Packers, who dominated that 1960s and the Pittsburgh Steelers, who ruLed the '70s Green Bay sends them 'Packin' 'Steel curtain' impenetrable

A subtlebut tactic Come Sunday, if the Steelers run HERNER undeniable CHRIS MANDER MARISSA that Green Bay employs on their the ball effectively, they will keep CORD SPORTS STAFF WRITER competition is their ability to create Green Bay's potent offence offthe After the 2011 NFL Playoff Champi- turnovers by tackling the ball carrier Next Sunday, two ofthe most sto- field and keep points offthe board. onship round, the Green Bay Pack- and stripping the ball, spoiling their ried franchises in North American In terms ofoffence, the Packers ers and Pittsburgh Steelers emerged opponent's confidence offensively. sports will meet on the world's big- put up 358yards per game, with the triumphant above all the rest eager Although Green Bay and Pittsburgh gest stage for football supremacy. Steelers averaging just 13 yards less. to represent their cities in a head- both hold strength in their defensive The Pittsburgh Steelers have been The Packers only averaged one more to-head batde to claim the identity foundation, the Packers punter Tim here a lot,, going back to 2006, they point a game offensively, so in that ofchampions. Masthay has shown to be a valuable have won two Lombardi trophies. category, it's pretty much a draw. Although both teams are heavy- commodity, jeopardizing the Steel- Cord staff picks The Packers on the other hand, The difference on the defensive weights in terms ofpopularity, the ers potential opportunities by oper- have not won it all since 1996 when side of the ball is also very small, ability of GreenBay's wide-outs is ating to pin the Steelers in their own Elizabeth Bate, Cord Sports Brett Favre was in his prime and not with the Steelers defence averaging among the best in the league. end zone. Steelers: 45-38 stalking New York Jet employees. exactly one point less a game. With concrete receivers on the The Packers are facing off with Now this is Aaron Rodgers's team In order for the Steelers to pull out turf surface and quarterback Aaron Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl be- Kevin Campbell, Staff Writer and he has taken full advantage. a victory, they will need to be able to Rodgers there is without doubt an cause they have earned theirspot Steelers: 31-17 The main matchup to watch in stop the Packers spread offence and unfair advantage on at least one through hard work and dedication, this game will be the Steelers domi- Reshard Mendenhall will need an- side of the ball. At his best inside not through chance. Justin Fauteux, Sports Editor nant defence and their attempt to at other big game on the ground. the dome, Green Bay's quarterback Although theSteelers may win Packers: 31-20 least slow downthe Packers explo- One way the Steelers can try and Rodgers's patience with the ball and their"stairway to seven" Super Bowl sive offence that lives through Rodg- stop the Pack is by generating a pass game-winning drives will assist eventually, the Packers have mate- Eric Merkley, Opinion Editor ers and their passing game. rush and forcing the always-effi- in unravelling and exposing Pitts- rialized into a resilient contender Packers: 21-17 There is no way that Green Bay cient Rodgers to become uncom- burgh's secondary. threatening to pierce through the will be able to run the ball against fortable. The game in which Rodg- If they can gain an early lead, steel curtain. Jamie Neugebauer, Staff Writer the front seven of Pittsburgh. The ers was at his worst this season was Green Bay can initiate a vertical Packers: 21-20 Steelers allowed an unparalleled 62 against the Jets, who were able to offensive strategy, mixingpower Prediction: Packers 21, Steelers 14 rushing yards per game in the regu- put him on the ground consistently running and deep passing where Alanna Wallace, Editor-in-Chief lar season, while Green Bay barely and early getting an outside pass they can dominatethe remaining Steelers: 31-17 had a run game and would abandon rush via their 3-4 defence. quarters. it early in games. James Harrison and LaMarr By rushing deep into Pittsburgh's Tyler Warry, Cord Sports The Steelers on the other hand, Woodley combined for 20.5 sacks end without warning, Green Bay Packers: 28-24 had one ofthe best rushing attacks this season, and should be able to can tactically eat the clock while uti- in the league thisyear, being in the get around Chad Clifton and rookie lizing control ofthe groundgame by top 10 in all major categories. Green Bryan Bulaga. running and pushing theball up the PHOTO MANIPULATION BY: WADE THOMPSON Bay's rush defence is their weak- Both coaching staffs have bril- middle. ness, allowing 4.7 yards per carry. liant defensive coordinators in Dom Due to the rash ofinjuries that Capers and Dick Leßeau and they have fallen upon Steelers differ- share the same philosophy: get af- ence-making players such as rookie ter the opposing team's quarterback center Maurkice Pouncey, wide re- and not let passers get comfortable. ceiver Emmanuel Sanders and pro I believe the Steelers willbe able bowl safety Troy Polamalu it is de- to run the ball and keep the Packers batable whether Pittsburgh can put offence off the field, I pick the Steel- together a complete game against ers in a very close and entertaining thePackers. game.

Prediction: Steelers 27, Packers 24

Hawks' winning streak snapped at three Women's volleyball team falls to 5-10 after beating Ottawa on Friday but losing to Brock on Saturday

Friday, the team seemed to be im- contributing factor to the team's vic- going on. It CASSANDRA BRUSH was awesome. We just The hard fought loss to Brock on CORD SPORTS proving with every game. With some tory against Ottawa. looked to each other for support and Saturday night brought the Hawks' impressive recoveries and amazing "I thought Megan Gilmore, our we didn't get over excited." three-game winning streak to a The Wilfrid Laurier women's vol- blocks, head coach Luke Sniderfelt middle, was particularly outstand- Yet, with only four games left in close, and because of this loss, the leyball team took the court this past as though his team played an im- ing," he said. the regular season, Snider believes team can no longer finish with a and weekend crushed the Ottawa pressive game. "All the things that she has been thekey for the team's success is to winning season, falling to 5-10. Gee-Gees in three games straight on "Today we were able to execute challenged by me to do I thought she continue what they are doing. The Hawks are back on the court Friday night, but fell short to Brock the exact same way that we did the executed very well and kept a high "I think we've done an excel- on Feb. 4th, in London against °n Saturday. last couple matches against stronger consistency at a very highlevel. She lent job ofplaying each match, one the Western Mustangs where they Their record before these games opponents," he said. had a huge impact in the last game." match at a time and as cliche as will be put to the testto see if their stood at 4-9 which did not show "And a team that had more offen- The Hawks took the Gee-Gees that is I think that's been our great- strength and determination will much promise. sive capabilities than our past two with scores of 25-15, 25-23, and 25- est strength recently. We're able to hold up in order to finish the rest of However, winning their previous wins. And so particularly to defend 14. Despite her outstanding perfor- focus on the things we can control," their season with some wins. two matches against Waterloo and to the same level means likely that mance, Gilmore gives her team all he said. Those wins will have to go to- akehead proved that the Hawks we defended better." the credit for Friday's win. "We're not placing undue pres- wards building momentum for next definitely are hungry for more Although proud ofevery mem- "We played more like a team than sure in situations because of any ex- season as with four regular season victories. ber ofhis team, Snider thought that we ever had before," she said. "We ternal factors with the season com- games left the Hawks have been As the match progressed on veteran Megan Gilmorewas a great just had a lot ofteam chemistry ing to a close." eliminated from playoff contention. 24 SPORTS « THE CORD Wednesday, February 2, 2011

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