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Who’s hashtagging Fanshawe? LIFEST#FanshaweYLES Zach Armstrong @zb_armstrong 400 students & sta at @FanshaweCollege’s downtown campus contribute $80M to the #LDNOnt economy. #Imagine2000. http://t.co/a8IaMYymYD LondonPublicLibrary @londonlibrary Did you know that in 2013 more than 10,000 #LdnOnt post-sec students had active LPL library cards? We love you @westernu & @FanshaweCollege Fanshawe College CE @FanshaweCE New! Canada’s  rst and only Beer Certi cation Program - starts Fall 2014. #fanshawe #beer #ldnont http:// SPORTS&LEISURE ow.ly/d/2mwr FanshaweStudentUnion @fanshawesu Looking for students to join the #Fanshawe Promotions Team to facilitate & promote events & activities around campus http://goo.gl/4Aei6j Bailey Pinder @baileypinder Finally got a bed. Not leaving it til the last minute or anything. Just moving out in a week #procrastination # nally #fanshawe #college FanshaweStudentUnion @fanshawesu LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 2 man circus/comedy/magic extravaganza Monsters of Schlock comes to #Fanshawe Sept. 4th, part of [email protected] #OperationClassi ed http://goo.gl/Op9qhz OPINION Anthony Sawyers @VPEntertainment The Residence Grocery Problem Has Been Solved! In September The Superstore Will Have A Bus That Goes From Fanshawe To Superstore #Freedom Fanshawe Falcons @FanshaweFalcons Looking for some extra cash while at school? Fanshawe Athletics hires over 150 part time students each year http://ow.ly/i/6k4It Next week’s question: What’s the best piece of free swag you’ve gotten from school so far? Tweet using #falconswag NEWS or respond to the note on our Facebook page (facebook.com/fanshawesu) before 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2014. You’ll be entered into a draw for a $10 Out Back Shack/Oasis gift

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Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ NEWS 3 Motion to grant college $10 million denied INTERACTIVE FRANCIS SIEBERT London Mayor Joni Baechler heritage building and that he feels INTERROBANG said the project had been recom- the City should try to preserve City council’s vote on whether mended by various people and heritage sites, not demolish them. to give Fanshawe College $10 mil- organizations, such as the city Fanshawe revealed a $66.2-mil- lion to help buy and revamp the manager, the city treasurer and the lion plan in June to purchase the Kingsmill building on April 29 re- chamber of commerce. historic Kingsmill’s department sulted in a tie, meaning the motion The mayor voted yes on the mo- store, which is located on Dundas was not endorsed. tion to grant Fanshawe $10 million. Street, across the college’s down- STEPHANIE LAI With Ward 9 councillor Dale Councillors Joe Swan, Sandy town campus. The plan was to add Carlie ForsytheLI showsFEST off her new FAN card.YLES Henderson absent, the council vot- White, Paul Van Meerbergan, De- three stories to the building, move ed to delay a vote on the proposal, nise Brown, Stephen Orser, Bill the School of Tourism and Hospi- which resulted in a tie. The council Armstrong and Bud Polhill voted tality there and expand the digital New FANtastic student card then voted on the motion to give against the motion. and performance arts program to Fanshawe the $10 million over 10 the new building. FRANCIS SIEBERT around the folder with their student years the school had requested for In a letter addressed to the may- INTERROBANG card in one half and the bus pass in the project. The vote also resulted We’re disappointed or dated July 9, Fanshawe College Time to throw out your old stu- the other, Vidler pointed out. in a tie, meaning the city will not “ President Peter Devlin said the dent card – the new all-access FAN The other new feature is the give Fanshawe the grant. that the council didn’t plan was “the single largest capital card is here. ability to load money on the “We’re disappointed that the investment the College has ever The new card, which has been card through the college website council didn’t approve the extra approve the extra made” and that it was a “unique redesigned to match the new Fan- fancard.fanshawec.ca. Students can funding for what we thought was funding for what opportunity for growth and devel- shawe College branding, includes load the card with money for meal an important investment in down- opment in downtown London.” two new features: a London Transit plans, printers and photocopiers, town and in London,” said Elaine we thought was an “I’m disappointed council didn’t Commission bus pass and the abil- library fees and to buy items at the Gamble, the senior manager of endorse the project,” Baechler said. ity for students and parents to load school’s variety stores and at most corporate communications at Fan- important investment The London Downtown Busi- money on it via the web. pharmacies across Canada with the shawe. “At this point, we need to in downtown ness Association, an organization Contrary to the old student card Fanshawe Health Plan. go back and review all of our op- with the goal of improving the that had to be paired with a LTC The card, which is accepted as the tions to determine what our next and in London experience of downtown London pass, the new card allows students formal identification on campus, also steps are.” “ businesses, is offering Fanshawe to board buses without needing a pass. grants student access to the College’s The City has already given the College $1 million to reconsider “I think it’s a great idea,” said after-hours entrances, computer labs college $20 million in grants to “I believe colleges are funded buying the Kingsmill building. Andrew Vidler, a third-year human and program-specific facilities. bring Fanshawe to downtown Lon- by the province of Ontario,” Swan Organization members met on resources student at Fanshawe. “I Students can grab their FAN card don. The funds were used for the said. “The city of London does not August 15 and made the decision went to [Wilfred Laurier Universi- in the J Gym between August 25 and Centre for Digital and Performance usually support building schools.” to give the college $100,000 a year ty], and we had them, and they were September 5. Government-issued pho- Arts, located in the former Royal Swan also said that the project for 10 years if the school purchas- just way more convenient.” to ID or an old student card is required. Trust Building on Dundas Street. would result in the demolition of a es the building. Students won’t have to carry SPORTS&LEISURE

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Debunking the “East of Adelaide” stigma FRANCIS SIEBERT here, it just had this awful stig- It’s also important to consid- Community Association. he said. INTERROBANGINTERACTIVE ma around it,” said Amy Van Es, er that the population statistics, “One of the really characteristic One example is the team behind East of Adelaide: London’s own a third-year Graphic Design stu- though they are the most recent city problems of that era was absentee On The Move Organics and The Jane and Finch. Put an orange dent at Fanshawe College who has hall has, are already three years old. landlords,” he said. “A lot of busi- Root Cellar Organic Café, which couch in a yard, and it could very lived in London for 10 years. “The ness and residential buildings in has been operating in the area for well look like a scene from the TV stigma around is that it’s not a safe this neighbourhood were owned by six years. series The Wire. place to be at all.” …people who weren’t people who weren’t residents in the Ellie Cook, the general manager But is East of Adelaide really as But here’s the thing: East of Ad- “ neighbourhood and didn’t necessar- of The Root Cellar Organic Café, bad as everyone says it is? elaide had a lower reported violent residents in the ily have an emotional investment called the Old East Village a “re- Adelaide Street is one of the lon- crime rate per 100,000 people in the here. They just had a financial in- silient mixed community,” pointing gest streets in London. Going north, past three months than north west neighbourhood…didn’t vestment.” out the area’s various art centres, the street goesLI all theFEST way up to El- LondonYL – westES of Adelaide Street Seale said that in the past decade, cafés, bakeries, social services and ginfield Road past the city limits. and south of Commissioners Road. necessarily have an people have started seeing the po- farmer’s markets, among other To the south, it stops short of the Violent crimes are homicides and emotional investment tential of the Old East Village and things. 401; it stretches for more than 10 attempted homicides, sexual as- “ that families have started purchas- “Nearly all of us at On The Move km within the city limits alone. saults and offences, robberies, ag- ing residential properties and fixing Organics and The Root Cellar live gravated assaults and other types of “That is just a snapshot of what’s them up. The area has also attracted here,” she said in an email. “We assaults. occurred or what’s been reported,” shop owners and merchants who love the Old East Village.” I remember when In the period spanning from May Steeves said. “Even with that, re- have increasingly taken longer-term “ 7 to August 5, there were a total of gardless of the area of the city, the leases and even bought properties, I first moved here, it 141 violent crimes reported east three months can’t be a definitive of Adelaide and 184 reported in indicator of the crime rate within just had this awful northwest London. This means the city as a whole.” SPORTS&HigherLEISURE Number of stigma around it. the reported violent crime rate per “If we were to do it three months “ 100,000 people in East of Adelaide from now, it may vary,” he said. Reported Violent Crime was about 102.01 compared to “It’s very unpredictable.” “It literally runs almost from about 131.32 in northwest London. The Interrobang plans to revisit north to south,” said London native “It’s so surprising,” Van Es said. this story in three months from now Const. Ken Steeves, the London Po- “Everybody always tells you all to see whether the months of May, lice Service media relations officer. the bad people live in East of Ad- June and July were outliers or north “How big is East of Adelaide? … Is elaide.” west London actually has a higher it a one-block radius? Does it go all There are of course shortcomings reported violent crime per 100,000 LETTERS TO THE EDLEGENDITOR the way to Argyle [Mall] or Airport to this data. For one, the numbers people than the East of Adelaide. [email protected] Road? … I don’t know what the true only span the months of May, June While the reported violent crimeOPINION definition of EOA is. All I can say and July, which is not only a short rate east of Adelaide might have is, EOA is east of Adelaide.” period of time but could also be been lower in the past three months If East of Adelaide is in fact ev- an outlier. LPS only makes avail- than in the northwest area, it doesn’t erything east of Adelaide Street able reported crime statistics for change that the area looks rundown. up to the city limits, the so-called the past three months on RAIDS But that’s slowly changing. “bad” part of London then covers Online, the service used to gather In the years after World War about a quarter of the city’s area. the data. These three months also II, the Old East Village area – the And that quarter contained almost happen to be the summer months downtown area east of Adelaide Lower Number of 40 per cent of London’s population when post-secondary students leave – saw a decline in industrial and Reported Violent Crime in 2011. the city – there are over 50,000 factory jobs, said Paul Seale, the “I remember when I first moved post-secondary students in London. secretary of the Old East Village NEWS

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Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ NEWS 5 College support staff get wage hikeINTE inRACTIVE tentative agreement THE CANADIAN PRESS/DAVE CHIDLEY Former mayor Joe Fontana stepped down after being convicted of fraud in mid-June. MICK SWEETMAN We’re not just janitors and trades- THE DIALOG men, we’re skilled technologists TORONTO (CUP) — Over in a variety of roles that support 220,000 students won’t have to their education,” said Foster, who News you may worry about chaos in Ontario col- has worked LIas a chemicalFEST engineer YLES leges or face crossing noisy picket at St. Clair College for 15 years. lines when school starts in Septem- “We’re really looking forward to OPSEU.ORG A tentative agreement has been ber. ratifying this deal and continuing reached in the union, which rep- The union representing 8,000 to provide support for the students.” have missed resents 8,000 college support staff. support staff has reached a tenta- Foster says that the OPSEU bar- FRANCIS SIEBERT tion is finally available on Google tive agreement with Ontario’s 24 gaining team will be touring the reached this agreement well ahead INTERROBANG Maps. colleges. The agreement comes one 24 colleges in the province and of the contract expiry of August 1. Fanshawe College to buy After more than a year of testing, day before the College Employ- recommending the agreement to 31,” said Gerry Barker, Chair of Kingsmill building? the feature, which went live on June er Council could have initiated a their members. the Colleges’ Bargaining Team in Fanshawe College revealed a plan 24, allows commuters to find routes forced ratification vote. The cur- While Martin is still waiting to the press release. “Reaching the to purchase and revamp the King- and schedules on the Google Maps rent contract for the support staff receive the agreement in writing agreement now provides certainty smill department store located on website and mobile applications. expires on August 31. she says she will be also recom- for our support staff, for our col- Dundas Street across the Centre for maps.google.ca According to Marilou Martin, mending the deal to George Brown leges and most importantly for the Digital and Performance Arts in June. 4. London Mayor Joe Fontana, president of Ontario Public Service staff based on what she’s heard. hundreds of thousands of students The plan, which is part of the convicted of fraud, forgery and Employees Union (OPSEU) local “You have to look at the big pic- looking forward to starting their project to bring Fanshawe to down- breach of trust, steps down 557 at George Brown College, the ture, nobody’s going to go on strike studies this September.” town London, was to add three sto- London Mayor Joe Fontana tentative agreement is a four-year at this time. If you vote it down, In the initial round of bargaining ries to the building, expand the dig- stepped down on June 16 after he deal with wage increases of one per you are looking at a strike,” said OPSEU made 25 specific proposals ital and performance arts programs was convicted of fraud, forgery and cent in the first and second years Martin. “In reality, are you going to changes to the collective agree- to the building and move the school breach of trust three days earlier for with 0.5 per cent hikes in the third to get anything for striking at this ment on issues such as benefits, of tourism and hospitality there. using government funds to pay for and fourth years. There will also be time? Absolutely not, it wouldn’t be health & safety, job postings & se- Fanshawe, however, asked the his son’s wedding in 2005. one per cent lump-sum payments worth it.” curity, leaves, wages and working City for a $10 million grant for the Fontana was charged by the in the third and fourth year of the In 2011, support staff were on conditions. project, which city council did not RCMP in November 2012 after it contract. strike for 18 days, which saw stu- The College Employer Council endorse. was found that he used a $1,700 Florry Foster, chair of the bar- dents facing long lines trying to had sought to enhance operational Elaine Gamble, senior manager of federal cheque to pay for a depos- gaining team for college support use understaffed services. flexibility and productivity, as well corporate communications at Fan- it for his son’s wedding reception staff workers, said that the lump- According to a joint press re- as implement green initiatives. shawe, said the school is reviewing while a Liberal member of Parlia- sum payments are pensionable lease from OPSEU and the Col- “It’s good news for the students its options to determine its next steps ment for London North Centre. earnings meaning they will count lege Employers Council, the full because they have one less set of ne- following the council’s decision. The former politician said he towards workers’ pensions. details of the tentative agreement gotiations to worry about—the fac- Fanshawe College President Peter would not return to public life. Martin said one bereavement won’t be released until the workers ulty is still out there,” said Martin. Devlin said the $66.2-million plan Fontana was elected mayor with day for staff was also added, but ratify the agreement. The ratifica- College faculty, who are also was “the single largest capital invest- over 47 per cent of the vote in the there were no major changes to the tion vote could happen as early as represented by OPSEU, are still ment the College has ever made.” 2010 municipal election, beat- collective agreement. mid-September. in bargaining and have set a strike 2. Route changes for the London ing incumbent mayor Anne Marie “The students know who we are. “We are very pleased to have vote for September 25. Transit Commission DeCicco-Best. The London Transit Commission 5. Joni Baechler in the new inter- has approved changes to its services im mayor that is going to take effect on Au- With Fontana gone, city council gust 31, including a new Route 91 appointed Ward 5 Councillor Joni Express route on Oxford Street, be- Baechler as interim mayor until the tween Fanshawe College and Won- next municipal election, which will derland Road. be held in October. The Route 91 Express will only A city councillor since 2000, operate during peak period, which Baechler was appointed after three is between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 2 rounds of voting on June 24, more p.m. and 6 p.m. than a week after Fontana’s resig- Other route changes include: nation. Route 90 Express: Extension of Although some Londoners hoped the route from downtown to White Baechler would run for mayor in the Oaks Mall. The peak period fre- next election – there’s even an on- quency will increase from 30 min- line petition on the website Change. utes to 20 minutes. org – she said she would not run for Route 10 Wonderland/14 High- mayor or re-election on city council bury: One extra all-day bus on in a blog post dated January 4. weekdays and Saturdays. Russ Monteith, a lawyer and for- Route 2C Dundas: The route will mer politician, was appointed to re- bee shortened from Western Uni- place Baechler as Ward 5 councillor versity to downtown to Western until the next election. University to Wharncliffe and Riv- 6. New dean of the Faculty of erside. Arts, Media and Design Route 10B Wonderland: Between Fanshawe College announced 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., the Route 10B a new dean of the Faculty of Arts, Wonderland frequency will in- Media and Design on July 22. crease to 20 minutes and to 30 min- Helen Pearce, a former journalist utes between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. and journalism professor, was ap- Route 27 Fanshawe: Between 6 pointed dean of the faculty, a posi- p.m. and 9 p.m. during the school tion she assumed on July 28. months, the route’s frequency will Prior to her appointment, Pearce increase to 20 minutes. was the chair of the Fanshawe’s Route 38 Stoney Creek/Fan- School of Design, a role she held shawe West: The route will now for five years. also operate between 6 p.m. and 9 She has also worked as a jour- p.m. during the week. nalist in London, Windsor and Van- Route 30 Newbold: Extension of couver and taught broadcasting and the route to the Brose/Commerce communications at Camosun Col- industrial area. lege in Victoria, British Columbia 3. London Transit Commission for 12 years. routes finally available on Google Pearce holds a PhD in education Maps from the University of Calgary. Done with the terrible London The former dean of the Fac- Transit Commission web applica- ulty of Arts, Media and Design, tion and ad-filled third-party mobile Gary Lima, was appointed senior applications: LTC’s route informa- vice-president academic in April. The Executive Council is responsible for representing the students on a variety of college wide committees. They also oversee the MEET YOUR operations of the FSU. For more detailed information on duties and responsibilities, drop by 2014 FSU the FSU office (SC2001)or EXECUTIVES VISIT WWW.FSU.CA

Matt Stewart FSU President Graphic Design Advanced Diploma graduate Matt S I oversee the Fanshawe Student Union as a whole and make sure that our vision Cheriss Marson VP Internal and mission statements are being upheld by all events and services that our board and full time staff provide. Recreation and Leisure graduate, currently in My goal for this year as FSU President is to improve the visibility of the organization, including all Project Management Post Graduate Certificate the events and services that we provide to Fanshawe students. Once the visibility and knowledge of Program 3. these events and services has been improved it will in turn create better attendance. This improved I’m responsible for organizing an Orientation fundraiser, planning attendance will allow the Fanshawe Student Union to understand the demographic of the students all awareness weeks and oversee the health plan and Fanshawe and better serve their needs and improve the events that need revamping. Clubs. On behalf of the FSU and myself, I would like to welcome you to Fanshawe College. Fanshawe Hope to bring new ideas and choices to students, and to create is more than just an educational facility, it is a community and I urge all new students to get out programs and activities that tailor to each student’s needs. and experience all that the Fanshawe community has to offer. Get involved in college life and I guarantee that your experience here at Fanshawe College will be one that you can hold onto and Congratulations on your acceptance and welcome to the cherish forever. If you are looking for ways to get involved please come and find any of the FSU Fanshawe Family! I am looking forward to an amazing year with team or alternatively can come up to the FSU office in SC2001. I wish you the best of luck with your all of you. I strongly encourage you to get involved in the events future endeavours here at Fanshawe College and activities that we offer, there is truly something for everyone! If you want to get involved, have any ideas, questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact myself or any of the members of the FSU! Follow our social media pages for updates on contests, events and more! Taylor Lodge VP Finance

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My position is to help students with their applications for OSAP, scholarships and Jess Brook bursaries. I am also the go to person for subsidizing a portion of field trip costs on VP External & Academic Affairs behalf of the FSU and approving donation requests for outside organizations. Developmental Service Worker Fast Track, I am hoping for this year to bring awareness to the students about the scholarships and bursaries first year that are available. There is a lot of money to give away and it is just sitting around so my plan is to utilize social media to get the awareness out there. Assist students in academic appeals as well as organize Welcome new Falcons I wish you the best year it will be a good time! Get involved and meet new the class rep system. people, make the best of this wonderful experience. Hope to meet you, feel free to come by for a I want the students to feel like their voice is being heard! chat. Welcome to Fanshawe! You’ll have a blast and make lifelong friends! Can’t wait to meet all of you.

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Second Year of Computer Systems Technician I am the first point of contact for students in JUMP IN THE SAC residence with concerns to be brought to the FSU’s attention. I will also be in charge of overseeing the planning, promotion, and execution of fun events for students living in Join Student Council residence. I will also be promoting Athletic events on a campus wide basis throughout the academic year. Hereʼs What The one thing I would like to bring to this year’s student body is Be part of SAC an increased sense of community and pride throughout Fanshawe College. (Student Administrative Council): Hold Class Rep Meetings Attend SAC Meetings Be the major policy making body of the FSU Represent the FSU on Internal & External committees Anthony Sawyers Hereʼs How VP Entertainment If youʼre a full time student, youʼre eligible to run! Music industry arts program, second year Fill out a nomination package & submit to the Student Union Office (SC 2001) before the deadline. As vice president of entertainment my job is to Pick up your nomination package at www.fsu.ca/elections create events and activities for the student’s enjoyment. I am involved in planning and creating all frosh and orientation events and activities including this year’s FroshFest. Hereʼs When To help run and facilitate the activities I also am in charge of Nominations Open: Mon. Aug. 25th, 2014 @ 9 AM an on campus volunteer events awareness group called the Fanshawe Promotions Team, that spend time speaking to Nominations Close: Fri. Sept. 19th, 2014 @ 4 PM students to bring awareness to upcoming events on campus.

Voting: Tues. Oct. 7th, 2014 @ 9 AM - Wed. Oct. 8th, 2014 @ 4 PM My hope this year is to create events that allow students to grow genuine friends. While doing fun and remember able activities. If there is an event or activity you want come talk to me! My office is in sc2001. I’m a student just like you. Welcome new students! If you see me in the halls please wave and say hello. If you have any questions about Fanshawe, the FSU, athletics or residence life, feel free to contact me! SPORTS&LEISURE

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FRANCIS SIEBERT Look for clubs the easy way; on an app Despite the crummy weather, more than 50 people showed up STEPHANIE LAI INTERROBANG at the August 16 BBQ fundraiser organized for Fanshawe College A newly graduated Carleton INTERACTIVE student Nkinyam Ngoh, who was University engineering student and critically injured in a townhouse his childhood friends are making it fi re last month. easier for post-secondary students In the picture on the bottom, a to find clubs and make friends. fi re prevention inspector from the Elias Fare, founder of Campus- London Fire Department teaches grids, regretted missing events and people about cooking fi re preven- not meeting people outside of his tion at the BBQ fundraiser. On the program. left, Ngoh is speaking to a CTV “I’d always be around other engi- reporter about his experience. neering students so, I didn’t really get Fire rescue crews found Ngoh un- the whole [university] experience,” LIFESTYLES conscious in his upstairs bedroom he said. “I didn’t meet a lot of people CAMPUSGRIDS.COM on July 27 when a fi re had trapped outside of my faculty so I thought of New app on the block helps students meet students on campus. the student in, blocking the room’s coming up with Campusgrids.” exit window and door. The app is what students need on The fundraiser’s proceeds went campus, he said. grids, which he launched Septem- want to be seen as a dating [app], to Ngoh, who lost most of his “It helps students organize their ber of 2013. but you do meet other students there belongings in the fi re. Donations events. It shows them what clubs and It garnered the attention of over and it does match based on gender can also be made through a CIBC events are going on at their school. 600 students from both Carleton and based on a lot of other things.” trust fund. They can add their classes on it and and the University of Ottawa. Interests like business, law, tech, see [who their classmates are]. They science… can create a forum for their class or “It’s just selecting check boxes [start] a class discussion.” It shows them what on what interests you like and send- Campusgrids connects students “ ing it in,” Fare said about the app. with clubs and vice versa. clubs and events Campusgrids is gaining momen- He said hopes Campusgrids will tum, with close to 1,000 users, centralize all student associations’ are going on and Fare hopes the app will go na- clubs. at their school. tion-wide. It launches officially on “It was really hard to find out “ August 26 for both iPhone and An- where all the events were posted,” droid. he said. “Every club would have The app holds similarities to pop- You can find Campusgrids on their own website, their own Face- ular dating app Tinder, like match- your device’s app store and down- book group and you would have ing students based on interests and load free of charge. to go search for them. But if you programs, but Fare doesn’t want “For students it’s free and it al- didn’t know what clubs existed, Campusgrids to be associated as a ways will be.” you don’t really know what you’re dating app. For more information visit cam- searching for.” “They don’t go on it to meet pusgrids.com and/or follow them What started as a website soon [their] match – it’s a fun way to on Twitter @campusgrids. turned into the app called Campus- meet students,” he said. “We don’t

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [email protected] 8 OPINION Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ Fork in the Road: To learn…to grow relevant to you: students embarking on their find you have increasingly less in common, pose is fulfilled. As we grow and mature, we NEWS post-secondary careers, many of whom are but because at the end of the day, friendship require the company of individuals who will away from the warm cockles of their famil- (well, relationships in general) is about mutu- support and nurture our new selves, not stifle PSYCH YOUR MIND ROSE CORA PERRY ial homes (and childhood friends) for the first al benefit. The older and wiser you become, us. Some friendships remain fluid in that you www.rosecoraperry.com time. the less time you have for drama and one-sid- fall in and out of each other’s lives for many As your world expands through education, ed co-dependencies. years depending upon the personal circum- you’ll learn about and incorporate new ideas, It is emotionally draining to always have to stances of both of you; others you have to say Right before I met the man who would thoughts, philosophies and beliefs into your be the shoulder to cry on when there’s a clear goodbye to forever. eventually become my husband, I had a person. It’s not that your fundamental nature “unwelcomeness” on the part of the other Of course, in real life, none of this is as chance encounter with one of my exes whom as a human being changes (whether you’re an person for the roles to ever become reversed. “academic” as it sounds on paper. There are I used to be completely head over heels for. optimist or pessimist, a skeptic or a dreamer), It’s exhausting to constantly act as the voice always emotions involved and oftentimes, When I had firstINTE met this past flameRA of mine,CTIV but your worldviewE and what you maintain on of reason for those who are more content with you’ll find yourself at odds with those who I immediately felt a fiery attraction – not just your life’s “priority list” most certainly will. complaining than actually fixing the issues in don’t want to let go of you who you’ve sim- physically, but mentally and emotionally too. While the explicit purpose of schooling (to their lives. ply outgrown. What is important to keep in I thought that everything he said and did was improve one’s chances of finding gainful em- In sum, as you mature, you’ll grow tired of mind in all this is that it is far more essential utterly fascinating and when we were apart, I ployment) is obvious, beyond that, higher ed- listening to individuals boast about how they to your spirit to have a few close friends who desperately yearned for the next moment we ucation is not simply about “what” is taught were your high school’s prom queen or lead act as a solid support network in the good would share together. but more importantly, what your studies teach jock as you’ll recognize the reason as to why times and bad, than to maintain a bunch of su- When our paths crossed again several you about yourself. they continue to relive these “glory days” is perficial connections which may prove more years later, he may as well have been a com- Speaking from my own experience of at- because they remain their greatest accom- damaging than productive. plete stranger. There was nothing – not even a tending both of London’s well-regarded ed- plishments. They failed to grow up. To return momentarily to my opening tale, flickering spark of what we had once shared. ucational institutes, I know for certain that, Instead, you’ll desire meetings of the what happened between my ex and I can be The very talesLI he spunFEST that had had me hangYL- withoutES my six years of post-secondary, I minds based on deeper connections – con- summated in two simple sentences: I had ing off of every word seemed boring and dull. wouldn’t be the person I am today. I became nections rooted in more substantial areas of changed. He had not. His once sexy rugged exterior was haggard. more worldly, more other-oriented, more your life beyond just a shared taste in music. This month’s lesson: Don’t become ever When I looked into his eyes, no longer did I compassionate, and more analytical. In other Your career, your relationship and family stagnant. Maturity, growth and self-actualiza- see a vision of him and I, but instead empti- words, I matured (and it wasn’t just because I status, and perhaps most importantly your tion require an ongoing thirst for knowledge ness. I felt no longing when we said goodbye. aged… but more on that later). worldview will play a critical role in who you and constant self-improvement. There’s no such The reason I elected this anecdote as the During the process of maturation, we of- be- or un-friend. thing as perfection, so don’t ever stop trying! starting place for my Fork in the Road se- ten have to say goodbye to those who no lon- In my experience, people enter our lives ries this year is because its message is rather ger serve us (well) not simply because you when we need them, and stay until their pur- Israel/Palestine conflict: If onlySPOR unpaidTS interns&LEISURE were this organized SEAN BRADY Stats Canada to track the number of young THE OMEGA Canadians who are working today in unpaid The one state solution KAMLOOPS (CUP) — When Canadian internships?” states. Many Palestinians, hardened by con- inmates banded together to sue the govern- Parliamentary secretary Kellie Leitch, Unity might be the solution for flict, remain nationalistic – hardly enthusias- ment over pay cuts, my initial reaction was with Human Resources and Skills Develop- the peoples’ reconciliation tic to take up the passports of their archene- surprise that their pay was significant enough ment Canada, responded but did not answer mies. And many Israelis neither want to make in the first place for any cuts to really matter. Brison’s question. ADAM BIELKA territorial concessions nor have to deal with According to an Aug. 10 article by CBC But there were two researchers at the Uni- THE PEAK LETTERS TO THE EDITOR diluting the Jewishness of the Zionist project News, inmate pay was cut by 30 per cent by fsulversityette ofrs Victoria@fansh whoawe wouldc.ca have liked to VANCOUVER — It is easy to label the their ancestors worked so hard to create. the CorrectionalOPINION Service of Canada. Accord- see that question answered. James Attfield erupting crisis in the Israel-Palestine corridor ing to claims made in the suit, their pay is and Isabelle Couture are public administra- as a meaningless tragedy; in many ways, this based on the 1981 minimum wage minus an tion grad students at UVic, and they decided is correct. What began as a small Israeli incur- The longer negotiations wait 85 per cent deduction. They might make up to to conduct their own research on unpaid in- sion into the West Bank to rescue three Jewish “ $6.90 per day, but on average receive some- terns in Canada. teenagers from a suspected kidnapping by Pal- and settlements continue, the thing like $3 per day, according to the article. According to their preliminary results seen estinian radicals has quickly escalated. more impossible a two state By 2014 standards, this seems like little in a May 21 Canadian Press article, 83 per cent Palestine’s influential Hamas faction has more than a token wage only in place to dis- of respondents said they earned less than the sought vengeance for the heavy-handed tac- solution will seem tinguish their work from slavery. But they are provincial minimum wage or nothing at all. tics of the Israeli incursion, responding with a “ prisoners after all, and there are significant ex- It shouldn’t take two grad student research- hail of largely ineffective rocket attacks. Israel penses behind incarceration. (Whether or not ers to answer questions that are critical to has responded in kind, and now, has initiated However as hopes for a two state solution many of them should be there in the first place Canada’sNE economy.WS a ground invasion, targeting the rockets’ epi- continue to wane, perhaps hopes for a one state is an argument to be made later, perhaps.) By some estimates, Canada has nearly center in the Gaza Strip. Negotiations between solution may wax. This would offer a far more But, nonetheless they are paid something. 300,000 unpaid interns. Compare this to the the Palestinian Authority and Israeli state have meaningful path forward for the region. For if In fact, one complainant in the suit, an twice-as-large United Kingdom, where there been cast asunder, optimism forgotten. Palestinian political forces were to embrace inmate at a Kingston, Ont. institution, told were an estimated 100,000 unpaid interns in But, there may be a silver lining to this Israeli annexation and abandon aspirations for CBC News that the pay cut would affect his 2010. In early May, the British House of mayhem. With peace negotiations dead for the independence, they could further the interests ability to pay for university courses he’s tak- Commons voted 181 to 19 to ban unpaid moment, it may be a long time before trust be- of their own people far more significantly than ing, meaning fewer phone calls to professors internships, a first step towards the ban be- tween the two sides is sufficiently rebuilt for their current course. and difficulty paying for stamps to mail in coming a law. peace negotiations to begin again. By then, For the Palestinians, official Israeli annex- his assignments. The same needs to happen in Canada. The Israeli settlement into West Bank will have ation could offer access to participation in the While this particular inmate’s commitment risk of losing easy access to on-the-job expe- likely expanded extensively, leaving the pos- labour markets of one of the region’s most INTERACTIVE to bettering himself from the inside is cer- rience is a risk we’re going to have to take. sibility for neatly separating Jews and Arabs advanced economies, and relief from Israel’s tainly admirable, I can’t help but compare it It’s simply not enough to pay someone with cleanly into two states much more doubtful. robust welfare state. Israelis, too, could ben- to the struggles that students face, even with an opportunity to gain experience – not when The longer negotiations wait and settle- efit from such a path. Given access to mean- their freedom. How many students spent this students are struggling more and more with ments continue, the more impossible a two ingful economic opportunities that Israeli past summer working for nothing at an un- their finances and are forced into making fi- state solution will seem. Indeed, even now citizenship would afford them, Palestinians paid internship? nancial decisions that could have long-lasting the prospects are dim. Israel, with a decisive would likely become less receptive to the se- Well… funny thing about that. We don’t effects on their lives. military advantage, has little reason to offer ductions by violence advocates. really know. Students shouldn’t be pushed towards a Palestinians anything more than a territorially Israelis seek security. Palestinians seek a fu- Nova Scotia MP Scott Brison broached the prison of their own making. The pressure gutted rump state. Under such circumstances ture. The status quo does not offer this, but nor issue in question period in May 2013. to acquire a post-secondary degree is bad it is difficult to imagine the entirety of Pales- does the two state peace plan both sides current- “Stats Canada does not trackLI unpaidFEST in- enough. TheYL expectationES that they should tinian society being left satisfied enough to ly aspire to. However, as each successive crisis ternships in Canada, and you can’t manage work for free during or immediately after give Israel the peace it desires. crumbles hope in these aspirations, the peace what you can’t or don’t measure. So will their degree is simply absurd. Still, both sides cling to the prospect of two discourse may veer toward a healthier direction. the government take the first step and direct

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It happens to everyone at a certain mag- ical age. You’ve heard about it from your LIFESTolder peers,YL and yourES parents have proba- bly even given you “the talk,” but now it’s time to experience what might be your first one ever. The 2014 municipal election! City councillor Joe Swan announcing his candidacy for mayor in late July, the Ward 3 seat is very much available. Much of the student body of Fanshawe College, as well as the school itself, resides in the neighbourhoods of Ward 3, to the extent that they make for a major demographic to be considered. That’s you. In 2010, the difference between the winning candidate and the runner up in Ward 3 was 352 votes – less than some of the lecture halls on campus. A city councillor is one of 15 elected officials charged with making decisions on behalf of the electorate (you again) on matters pertaining to the management of the city and its resources. As one vote, a councillor has limited ARTiculation: The wrong kind of right ability to impact decisions at city hall, but AMY VAN ES they can also use their position to draw at- INTERROBANG tention to issues within their ward. Coun- cillor Stephen Orser has become a local “I couldn’t believe it when I saw it, that legend for his unapologetic approach to it was like, on our side,” Republican TV politics, and Ward 4 has rewarded him and radio personality, Glenn Beck sputters with two terms in office. out like an overgrown kid about to meet City council campaigns are rarely his favourite Power Ranger. fraught with excitement. The stakes aren’t He’s introducing SABO, a Los Ange- high enough to warrant a paparazzi-esque les-based street artist, who designs cloak- pursuit of the candidates, and the majori- and-dagger posters and plasters them on ty of applicants are fairly run-of-the-mill. the sides of buildings. Only the buildings There are only a handful of candidates he’s plastering them on house what he’s for Ward 3 this time around and only two defending: conservatism. strong contenders. His band of scary men’s slogan is “The Bill Harris is a longtime resident of Right Kind of Rebels” and work “to be as Ward 3. He’s lived there since childhood dirty, ground level, and mean as any liber- and is seeking office to speak on behalf of al artist out there, more so if [we] can. Use his community’s members. Proudly run- their tactics, their methods, appeal to their ning a “no-gimmick” campaign, Harris audience, the young, urban, street urchins will find support in Ward 3 for his simple with a message they never hear in a style message of integrity and community. they own.” Coming soon to a coffee shop near But that's the thing – the style is the you, the youngest candidate of the bunch, very embodiment of the ideals the left por- Mohamed Salih. With more social me- trays, and “they own” it because the me- dia buzz than even some of the mayoral dium’s been honed from years of having candidates, Salih has cornered his demo- the right’s ideas shoved down their throats GRIFFIN HARRINGTON AND MICHELLE FRANKS graphic with novel campaign tactics and and wanting nothing to do with it. Kevin Sabo, an LA-based street artists designs posters and plasters them on the sides of buildings. is sure to finish high on the ballot. Street art came to be as a method to pub- Come October 27, Londoners won’t just licize ideals that are more progressive than It seems to be the pattern – subculture his craft. He is using a medium that came be voting for the city councillor of their societal norms. It was created to be an op- forms as a way to speak out against the about because progressive artists had no choice though, the race for the big seat portunity and outlet for people who had an established norm, businesspeople see an choice but to publish their artwork this continues. Former Mayor Joe Fontana re- opposing viewpoint. The minorities, the opportunity to market the rebel, living-on- way or be silenced by the people he’s rep- signed after being convicted of criminal poor, the oppressed and the downright an- the-edge mentality to it’s otherwise seden- resenting. charges, including breach of the public gry weren't getting any coverage in main- tary target market, and the practices slowly I’m into irony, but come on. trust, for billing his son’s wedding recep- stream media, so they began putting their slip out of the grips of its creators and into It is likely that street art will suffer tion to tax-payers. anti(this)establishment art on the walls of the hands of those who it opposed. death by capitalism (it is already being With over a dozen Londoners announc- the institutions they were opposing. The commissioned by companies as advertise- ing their candidacy for mayor, the field medium was part of the message. ment). The pioneers of the medium may consists primarily of wannabes. Success- We’ve seen this sort of thing happen The Right Kind of Rebels… have to abandon post and come up with ful business people and the occasional before, the bastardization of a countercul- “ a new way to break apart from the norm, dirty, ground level, and blue-collar hopeful accounts for over half ture. The formation of punk culture and all making their message heard in a society a dozen of the mayoral candidates. it embodied (literature, fashion, and most mean as any Liberal saturated with frivolity. Throw in a couple potential UFO hunt- notably, music) was a reaction to the su- SABO believes that it’s unfair his view- ers and that almost rounds out the group. perficiality of the era's more commercial artist out there… point is not represented in the realm of The strongest bids, however, come from art, like disco and arena rock. They want- “ street art. To complain that his message former city council members Joe Swan ed to speak out against the commodifica- isn’t being spread is ludicrous when mod- and Matt Brown. Both have demonstrat- tion of artistic expression… and now you And so though SABO thinks he’s “on ern society has been shaped on his ideals, ed good judgment and comparative sanity can walk into any mall in North America the edge, the only true rebel artist in LA,” which is something that street artists have over their four years in office, a track re- and find a Misfits shirt in the Urban Be- what he’s doing is perpetuating the very never and (unfortunately) will not experi- cord that voters are sure to take into con- havior window. institutions that will aid in the demise of ence in the foreseeable future. sideration come election day. SPORTS&LEISURE

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [email protected] 10 OPINION Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ All rise for Foo Fighters’ Sonic Highways

NEWS photo-realistic cityscape featuring 2011, before the release of their pre- recognizable landmarks from the vious album Wasting Light, the Foo eight cities combined to form a uni- Fighters invited the crew of George BOBBYISMS fied skyline. Vinyl editions of the Stroumboulopoulos Tonight to Los BOBBY FOLEY album will feature one of these nine Angeles for a preview. Sipping cof- detailed images, while CDs will fea- fee in the control room, the band ture the entire cover. played tracks from the record and I write about random things a lot. If that wasn’t enough, the an- described making the album with I write a lot about random things. nouncement of the new album ear- producer Butch Vig, their record- Lately, I’ve been thinking about lier this month came notably close ing setup in Grohl’s garage and the history – it wasINTE likely around RAthis to anotherCTIV from the FooE Fighters’ virtue inherent in analogue tape re- time 20 years ago that a young Dave camp – that of the October premiere cording. Grohl was booking time at Robert of their documentary series Sonic “I think it was the most fun we’ve Lang Studios in Seattle, looking to Highways on HBO in the States. De- ever had making a record. It was so shake a lasting depression by occu- scribed by Grohl as a “musical map easy ... so informal that it made ev- pying himself recording some of the of America,” each episode casts a erything kind of fun,” Grohl said at songs he had demoed over the years. light on one of the eight studios in the time. “I would want to do it that No one, least of all Grohl, expect- which the band would record their way again, but I don’t think my wife ed the unwitting solo album – sim- coming album, examining untold would let me.” Coincidentally, both ply titled Foo Fighters – to garner stories of the people and recordings the Sound City and Sonic Highways the attention it did. But as people that would go on to inspire the music projects since then have taken Grohl became interestedLI in FESTthe project and on YLSonic HighwaysES the album. and the band almost as far away the infant band that it conceived, he “This album is instantly recog- from that home studio as possible in did what he’s always done and threw nizable as a Foo Fighters record, but the United States. himself into his work. Now 20 years there’s something deeper and more Sonic Highways is already avail- later, Grohl is busier than ever, with musical to it,” Grohl said in a state- able for pre-order online at foofight- ment. “I think that these cities and ers.com. FOOFIGHTERS.COM several film projects under his belt The newest studio release by the Foo Fighters, Sonic Highways, will be and on the cusp of a highly-antici- these people influenced us to stretch For more on the Foo Fighters and out and explore new territory, with- their Sonic Highways projects, vis- released in November, but is available for pre-order online. This is the pated new album release. band’s eighth studio album. Widely available November 10, out losing our ‘sound.’” it foofighters.com online or follow Sonic Highways is the latest labour The show will debut on October along on Twitter @foofighters. Vi- of love from Grohl and the Foo 17 and starts on Fridays at 11 p.m., nyl collectors take note: the band’s – bassist Nate Mendel, drummer giving the spotlight to four studios website is said to be the onlySPOR place TS&LEISURE Taylor Hawkins and guitarists Chris before the album drops. It’s unlike- you can select your choice of the Shiflett and Pat Smear – a concept ly that the episodes themselves will nine possible album sleeves, so con- Cory Branan: album recorded in illustrious studios feature glimpses of the music to sider placing your order directly or in eight different music cities across come, however, if history has taught take your chances in stores. the United States: Austin, Chicago, us anything it’s that we should see And for more of the latest music Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orle- a new Foo Fighters single released news, album streams and concert The No-Hit Wonder ans, New York, Seattle and Wash- on radio and online by the time the previews, follow this column on show premieres, less than a month Twitter @fsu_bobbyisms. Here’s to PRESTON LOBZUN creative use of an accordion along- ington, DC. INTERROBANG The album artwork was revealed before the album release date. a great school year ahead, I’m out of side the usual rock band set up. This summer, southern-bredLE cowTTERS- TO THE EDITOR with the announcement, a gorgeous Speaking of history: early in words. Just when you think that song is OPINIONpunk artist Cory Branan droppedfsulette rsover@f asansh well,awe you c.getca this quick slide his sophomore album that is sure to guitar solo that is tactfully done be an instant hook for those who en- and not just drawn out wankery for joy a little southern twang with an three minutes. The production val- upbeat pulse. Each song stands on ue of these songs is also notable in its own, creating a dynamic album that each song sounds big and crisp. with fast paced rockabilly shuffles Most of this high quality can stem and old timey western swings that from how well the album itself is pays homage to the great sing- mixed. Nothing is too quiet or too er-songwriters of the 20th century loud although some tracks are heav- like Hank Williams, Webb Pierce ily balanced too much to either the and Johnny Cash. NEleft or rightWS speaker, which would It’s difficult to find country music be my only complaint. today that does this as the industry My favourite track is the title has distanced itself from the marks track itself. It starts off quick and left by these previous legends in fa- continues with a rock solid punk vour of a more produced pop sound rhythm that is over laid with chants that by now appeals to the main- and a melody that still retains its stream crowd who occasionally southern roots. Other notable tracks want to self-identify as “redneck.” on the album include the rockabil- While Branan does feature some ly tune “Sour Mash,” the crooning well produced songs, his attitude old-school country “All I Got and and deliveryINTE is very muchRA influ- CTIVGone” and the Ebreak up anthem enced by contemporary punk artists “The Only You.” such as the Gaslight Anthem, whom Branan’s second album is cer- he has toured with in the past. tainly something for people who The No-Hit Wonder is an album enjoy their country with a little bit that pays attention to what each in- of attitude and diversity. From the strument is doing without taking the surface it’s apparent that this is a focus away from the forefront vocal guy that doesn’t let up and is ded- melodies that drive each song. You icated to taking his music career get some songs such as “Daddy Was seriously. a Skyrider” that channel the spirit of a Cajun LIfolk songFEST through the YLES SPORTS&LEISURE

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Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ LIFESTYLES 11 Back to school beauty: Metallics and spider lashes are back on trend bit of the pigment to the center of the lips, which will make the lips look fuller. A good tip is to keep BEAUTY BOY the metallic pigment in the same JOSHUA R. WALLER tone as the lip colour (silver with cool tones, gold/bronze with warm tones) as it will compliment the lips The new school year is about to much better. begin, which means some exciting The second standout trend is the reincarnation of the ‘60s. This has PHOTO © THE ASYLUM new beginnings are just around the corner. It also means that the fall a heavy focus on the lashes. If you season is almost here, which comes are daring (or want to be) apply a with some fresh makeup trends. heavy coat of mascara on the upper We often get stuck in the same lashes and then apply spider-like routine with our makeup and can false lashes to the bottom row of Sharknado 2 lashes. These false lashes have an start to find that it is becoming dull and boring. There is no better time alternating pattern of thick sections to try new makeup trends than the of lashes and thin ones, which cre- fall/back-to-school season! ate a spider effect. is fin-tastic A metallic touch is the first make- Lastly, the fall trends focus on up trend of the season; normally the complexion which is all about cre- Clearly this is escapist entertain- ating that radiant skin, whether you ment, so don’t give little issues like metallic look is kept around the eyes, but this year, it is not only have to use makeup or not. If you that too much thought. are someone who has a good skin CINEMA Having landed in The Big Apple eyes but nails and lips, as well! CONNOISSEUR A metallic sheen can brighten up complexion, the most beneficial ALLEN GAYNOR relatively in one piece, Fin must thing to do would be to focus on an www.cinemaconn.com meet up with his sister, her husband a certain area of the face and can also look youthful. An easy way to illuminating skin care line. Brands (Sugar Ray frontman Mark Mc- such as Shiseido’s White Lucent incorporate the metallic trend is by IMAXTREE (TINYURL.COM/Q2FG9U8) Grath) and their children and warn or Clinique’s Even Better will help dusting a loose, metallic pigment False lashes on the lower lash line Sharknado 2: them of the impending disaster. bring out the skin’s luminosity and over the eyeshadow you already can help create a ‘60s – inspired The Second One (2014) This leads to an incredible in- radiance. wear, especially focusing on the look. Unless you have been in soli- stance at a New York Mets game For those of us who don’t have tary confinement over the past year where Fin arrives shortly before center of the eyelid and brow bone. Brands such as Lise Watier, Make- the blessing of perfect skin, radiant (which studies show only 28 per sharks came raining down on the foundations and powders are key. For the new school year, get out- cent of the readers of this column field. It is amazing to think that up Forever and Gosh have excellent side of your comfort zone and try products for this. This does not necessarily mean have been), you have heard of the up until 1947, African American using full coverage but something a new makeup trend. Whether it be Sharknado phenomenon. In July of players weren’t even permitted If you are not a fan of a lot of as daring as wear a metallic lip co- eye makeup, you can always use that will give the skin a nice dewy 2013, Sharknado premiered on the to grace a major league diamond, look. NARS Sheer Glow and Lan- lour or simply changing your foun- ScyFy network in the United States, and here we are less than seven those same metallic pigments and dation, do something different, and use them on the lips. Choose your come Teint Miracle are perfect for and took social media by storm. decades later, and sharks are all achieving this look. start this year off right. The first filmed starred Ian Zei- over Citi Field. favourite lip colour and then tap a ring (Beverly Hills, 90210) and Tara Needless to say, this was the only Reid (American Pie) as a divorced exciting baseball moment I have pair brought together during a ma- witnessed since Joe Carter hit his jor weather catastrophe. Namely, a World Series winning homerun sharknado, which is exactly what back in 1993. it sounds like – tornadoes with sharks. The next hour of the film are Flash forward one year, and ci- filled with chaos and cameos ga- nephiles were blessed once again lore. Luminaries such as Andy with the premiere of Sharknado 2: Dick, Al Roker, Matt Lauer, Billy The Second One. This remarkable Ray Cyrus, pro wrestler Kurt An- film is a rare sequel that blows the gle, Kelly Ripa and FUBU found- original out of the water, much like er/Shark Tank judge Daymond a shark being lifted up by a tornado. John all stop in and join the fun. The opening moments are just This is not only an outstanding epic. Fin (Zeiring) and April (Reid) motion picture; it is also a cast- are on a plane to New York. We ing call for future installments of learn that April has penned a book Celebrity Apprentice. about their previous sharknado ex- Sharknado 2: The Second One is ploits in California. a fun and thrilling ride from start to GREAT MOVIES! The flight takes a turn for the finish. 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12 LIFESTYLES Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ Stop stressing silly, it’s not good for you SPORTS&LEISURE ALLY JOL felt very lonely. So don’t be embarrassed or neglect episode of your favourite show! shawe offers professional and con- INTERROBANG The report also captured a very the use of the college’s free coun- As much as you may think fidential counselling that is provid- The transition from high school grim picture on the issue of suicide selling and accessibilities services. you are just wasting time, taking ed free of charge to students. to college and the competition for amongst students, where 10 per They can help you break down bar- breaks are key. By law, you have Stress is harmful when it is ex- grades, relationships, career choice cent had seriously considered tak- riers that you may be struggling to take breaks at work, right? So cessive. What people may not real- and many other aspects of the college ing their own lives in the past year. with to help you achieve and get why wouldn’t you treat yourself to ize is much of the stress that we all environment can often be stressful Dr. Su-Ting Teo, director of stu- you back on track. some in the comfort of your own experience can actually be helpful and frustrating for many students. dent health and wellness at Ryerson Stress Management home as well. and stimulating instead of being Reactions to various stressful sit- University, brought up how some Relaxation techniques are ex- Counsellors will also workLE withTTERS disenchanting! TO THE ED ITTheOR challenges of uations can be determined by your health issues students face are of- tremely valuable tools in dealing you to help identify and resolve any our lives tend to be stressful and current welfare. Someone who is ten overlooked. with stress management. Medita-OPINIONproblems you may be having. fsul Youette rsnothing@fansh willawe changec.ca that. Besides, always feeling overwhelmed, eat- “There is the perception still I tion techniques make it possible for can talk with a counselor to learn without any stress in our lives, ing poorly and not getting enough think, in the public, that students you to spend a short period of time more about how to develop these good or bad, we would lead a rather sleep (aka the average student) will have it easy ... I’m not saying that it in a state of profound relaxation, stress-reducing skills. boring existence. be less likely to carry an average isn’t that way for many students, but where both the body and the mind Whether you need help with Fanshawe Counselling and Ac- stress load. I don’t think people recognize just are at rest and the outside world can stress management, substance cessibility offices can be found in This is why it’s always import- how much students have to juggle be forgotten about for a bit. abuse, dealing with a loss/death, F2010 and offers students a range ant to be mindful of your own these days,” said Teo in a Huffing- Technique 1: Practice sitting qui- depression/anxiety, eating disor- of services for full-time students. wellbeing, when trying to avoid ton Post article. “Some of it is health, etly for 15 minutes, with no inter- ders, anger management, assault/ Call 519-452-4282 or email coun- stress. The right balance of sleep, some of it is relationships, some of it ruptions and let yourself relax. abuse, relationship difficulties, [email protected] to book an food, exercise, work, school and is academics and finances, but what’s Often, it is our negative thoughts school failure/underachievement, appointment. recreation is crucial to bypassing a surprising is 55 per cent of students and worries that create tension and sexuality and suicide risk, Fan- NEWS meltdown. Only take on what you are actually juggling three or more of un-needed stress. So you may also can handle and utilize your free those issues at the same time.” like to practice thought blocking Fanshawe planner to keep track of “Many of us are worried that the techniques to cope with stress. This due dates and organize study time. number of young people today ex- helps to block those disillusioning The Facts periencing mental health problems thoughts from entering your head. A Globe and Mail report sur- is on the increase. As a society, we Technique 2: Examining and fo- veyed more than 30,000 students need to be saying this is a crisis,” cusing on a single object will help throughout Canada’s Colleges and Dr. Jean Clinton, a child psychia- to distract your mind from grueling Universities. It revealed concern- trist at McMaster University, told studying or a project for a couple of ing results of the level of stress and Global News. minutes to clear your head. anxiety students feel when dealing If it’s starting to feel like you’re Taking little breaks from work INTERACTIVE with their education. about to break, chances are you’re WILL help and probably what Close to 90 per cent of students not the only one struggling. Young saved me during my first year. Stop claimed that they felt overwhelmed Canadians everywhere are suffer- and have a 10-20 minute intermis- by all they had to do in the past ing from rising levels of anxiety, sion from studying. Go for a walk, year. Over 50 per cent said they felt stress, depression, suicide and one breathe deeply, call a friend, put on hopeless and 63 per cent said they in five have a mental health issue. some favorite music or watch an LIFESTYLES

To enhance and improve services for our students, staff, partners, and guests visiting the London Campus, the College operates a parking fine system. The parking system has been implemented to ensure our packing and enforcement resources are properly used and procedures are applied fairly and equitably to all vehicles parked at the London Campuses. Highlights Unauthorized or improperly parked vehicles will be fined or towed at the owner’s expense and liability. Ticketing and parking fines will be given. Towing charges will exclude any fines, penalties or fees associated with parking violations. People with parking tickets will have a maximum of 15 days (after date of issue) to pay their fines to the College’s Custodial, Grounds and Support Services in room D1018 or online at aimsweb.fanshawec.ca/ Unpaid fines and additional violations may result in immediate towing at the owners expense and liability. Any unpaid fines may be subject to further action.

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SAYS.COM Kenyan-born, Canadian rapper Shad is back in London September 9 for FSU’s Froshfest. The Old Prince SCOTT MUNN Catch Froshfest headliner Classified on campus September 9, alongside Shad and A Tribe Called Red. comes home FRANCIS SIEBERT which was released in 2005. Breaking the chains before INTERROBANG Since then, he has been signed BET called him the “next rap by Black Box Recordings, com- genius.” Pitchfork said he was pleted a master’s degree at Simon “spiritual without being preachy, Fraser University and released they choked him out righteous without being self-righ- three albums. His second album, teous, and human without sound- The Old Prince, was nominated FRANCIS SIEBERT “It opened my eyes to a lot big- “I can do whatever I want,” he ing mundane.” Okayplayer said for a Juno Award, two MuchMu- INTERROBANG ger things in the world,” he said. said. “I don’t have to answer to any- he had a “quick-witted tongue, sic Video Awards and a Polaris Fed up by the fact that no record “[It taught me] about New York and body. I don’t have to get approval: on-point ear, and a truly unique Music Prize. label wanted to sign him, rapper [Los Angeles] and down south. It’s ‘Hey, do you like this song?’ and passion for hip hop.” When asked about his influences, Classified started his own when he kind of what you do when you rap ‘Can we put this out now?’” And he’ll be performing at Fan- he said he didn’t really have any. was a teenager. – you represent where you’re from. In the United States, where he is shawe College this September. “It’s never really been a thing “I wanted to put my stuff out, You hear all these rappers from dif- signed to major record label Atlan- The award-winning hip-hop art- for me,” he said. “For me it’s al- and no label was trying to sign a ferent places growing up different tic Records, his self-titled album, ist Shad will be part of this year’s ways been the fact that I enjoy it, 15-/16-year-old kid from Enfield,” than I [did], with different lifestyles Classified, still hasn’t come out. It Froshfest lineup on September 9 the fact that I find the meaning said Classified, whose real name is and stuff.” was released in Canada more than a along with rapper Classified and and purpose in it. That’s always Luke Boyd. “I don’t blame them. I year and half ago. electronic music group A Tribe kind of been it.” He listens to a bit of everything, wasn’t that good back then, but it It’s kind of what He says the label is trying to Called Red. was just something I wanted to do.” “ make the album exactly how they Born in Kenya to Rwandan par- though. Classified, the artist behind the you do when you rap want it to be, whereas he just wants ents and raised in London, Shad “I grew up listening to radio, Platinum-certified song “Inner Nin- to release songs. began rapping seriously at about watching MuchMusic and just ja,” will be headlining the FSU’s Fro- –you represent where Last year, the album won him a 20 years old, when he was an taking everything in. That’s al- shfest on September 9 with electronic first Juno Award for Rap Recording undergraduate student at Wilfrid ways been my taste.” music group A Tribe Called Red and you’re from. of the Year. Laurier University. With TSOL, his third album, rapper Shad as opening acts. “ “It’s not like you make music to “It was just something I enjoyed,” Shad won the 2011 Juno Award Originally from Enfield, Nova Around that time, Classified be- win Juno Awards, definitely not in said Shad, whose full name is for Rap Recording of the Year, Scotia, a half-hour drive north of gan putting out demos, but no one the rap world either ‘cause the Ca- Shadrach Kabango. “I found myself beating Drake’s debut album, Halifax, Classified began rapping would sign him. That’s when he nadian rap scene is not that big,” he writings songs almost spontaneous- Thank Me Later. when he was about 15. started Half Life Records, pressing said. “But it was definitely a cool ly and at some point had a few writ- “It was great,” he said. “It’s a “Just getting in with friends, CDs and selling them to friends. thing.” ten that I really wanted to record. nice thing to bring back to your messing around and stuff,” he said. He says there were disadvantages Nowadays Classified says he That’s pretty much where it started.” fans, especially people that have Back then, he listened to ‘90s rap to releasing music through his own keeps busy producing albums, es- A few years later, Shad won supported you and for them to artists such as Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre label at first. He had to use his own pecially for younger artists. He’s the first prize at an unsigned tal- see you achieve some kind of ac- and Cypress Hill. Or at least, he tried money and find his own resources. also working on a new album him- ent competition by Kitchener ra- colade … And having something to – his parents didn’t want him to But nearly 20 years and almost 15 self – he’s done one song and plans dio station 91.5 FM The Beat. He like that to share with people listen to music with swearing. albums later, Classified is still re- to record the next one soon. spent the money – $17,500 – re- you’ve worked with for a long But he says the music was eye leasing music under Half Life Re- “It’s usually how that goes.” cording and producing his first time is also nice.” opening. cords in Canada. studio album, When This Is Over, Turning up with A Tribe Called Red STEPHANIE LAI The chants became incorporated INTERROBANG after a party in Ottawa. Electronic group A Tribe Called “We started remixing powwow Red is looking forward to turning music just because we were guys the Fanshawe campus into a dance from the indigenous community in hot spot. Ottawa,” he said. The trio, comprised of Bear Wit- That’s not to say ATCR’s music ness, DJ NDN and DJ Shub, will won’t continue to evolve. PAT BOLDUC be joining hip-hop artists Shad “We do all kinds of music,” said Photo cutline: (From left) Ian “DJ NDN” Campeau, Bear Witness and DJ Shub will be opening for Shad and Classified and Classified, taking to the stage Bear. “It’s always changing, it’s al- – all part of the FSU’s Froshfest concert on September 9. as part of the Fanshawe Student ways evolving. We’ll always do pow- Union’s Froshfest concert. wow stuff … doesn’t matter what we Bear. “It doesn’t really have any- part of that job is that aspect social humans like everybody else … It’s The group’s name, A Tribe do in music, it’s true to our roots.” thing to do with our group.” responsibility. part of what we’re doing to change Called Red, was a collective effort The group credits hiphop, reggae “I personally don’t agree with the The group’s music reaches pow- the image of indigenous people.” and holds different meanings. and dance music to the evolution of message … We’re not making a point wow music to those who may not “When you come from an op- “We were trying to find a name its sound, and in the end – the guys of making fun of anybody else,” he have heard it before. pressed group of people for as long that was inclusive of all indige- just want to throw a good dance said. “It’s just a crass T-shirt that start- “It’s definitely showing people as we have … you’ve never had your nous people in North America that party. ed some conversation, it’s nothing some of the culture of North Ameri- own voice or your own chance to would appeal to rural and urban “That’s what we’re here to do,” more than that.” ca that they’re not aware of.” depict yourself how you see your- communities,” said Bear. said Bear. “Make dance music and With ATCR gaining momentum Bear does see that First Nations self. That’s also the sort of thing ATCR, which prides itself in fea- have a good dance party. That’s re- in recent years, attention to First people get swept under the rug, we’re starting to do.” turing traditional powwow chants in ally at the heart of what we do.” Nations people is growing, and however, and hopes to be an exam- ATCR has released two albums its remixes, didn’t start off that way. With popularity comes more at- Bear said it comes with the territory ple to others. and will be performing at Fanshawe “[DJ NDN] and I got together in tention, so DJ NDN’s brief scuff in as an indigenous artist to talk about “What we’re doing more than on September 9. To learn more, 2007,” said Bear. “[We] just want- the media did come up. his people. anything is changing the percep- follow the group’s Twitter handle ed to showcase ourselves and a few “The Caucasians T-shirt was just “Part of our job is to talk about tion,” he said. “Showing that we’re @atribecalledred and like them on other indigenous DJs in Ottawa.” something Ian wore,” explained indigenous people,” he said. And not stereotypes, showing that we are Facebook. SPORTS&LEISURE

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Boyhood is an authentic coming-of-age story

TESSA PERKINS having that first beer. tha sings Britney Spears’ “Oops, I THE PEAK With their mom doing her best did it again” to annoy Mason,SPOR and TS&LEISURE VANCOUVER — Growing up is as a single parent while going to their mother reads them Harry Pot- a universal experience that everyone school, Mason and Samantha are ter and the Chamber of Secrets as can relate to, but Richard Linklater’s forced to move around the state of a bedtime story. The soundtrack latest film puts a new twist on the Texas as she follows her dream, also takes us through the years with classic coming-of-age story. He de- goes to college and becomes a col- songs such as Coldplay’s “Yellow” cided in 2002 that he wanted to do lege professor herself. Along the and Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy.” a film about a boy which followed way she marries one of her college Of course there are the awkward him from grade one until he went professors, divorces him and then teen years where Mason is getting in- to college, but he decided to use the marries one of her students, which terested in girls and lying about how LETTERS TO THE EDITOR same actor to achieve the continuity also doesn’t work out. many he has slept with, and there is [email protected] and authenticity he wanted. Mason Sr. is the absentee dad a great scene where their dad tellsOPINION a Ellar Coltrane was hired to play who shows up every second week- 15-year-old Samantha to make sure Mason Jr., and the film follows end with presents and tries to make she always uses a condom. Mason Mason from the time he’s six until himself look much cooler than their falls in love with his first girlfriend, he’s 18. Ethan Hawke and Patricia mother. During the early years Sheena, and they plan to move to Arquette play his separated parents, of the film, he is quite irresponsi- Austin, Texas to go to college. MATT LANKES The story of Boyhood follows a young boy named Mason’s journey through and Linklater’s daughter plays Ma- ble, but we see him mature as well Mason’s ambivalence towards life. Filmed over the span of 12 years, this is truly a unique feature film. son’s sister, Samantha. and eventually settle down. Mason most things is something that I We see Mason reach many of life’s doesn’t like the two men that his think a lot of boys can relate to at hours and 45 minutes and could mances are all nuanced and authen- milestones and go through experienc- mother marries and ends up having that age, along with his struggle to have come across as a series of tic, and this film is one long por- es that most boys and men can relate a strong relationship with his dad. figure out what he wants in life. Al- short films strung together. But the trait of boyhood from childhood, to, like spending long hours playing It is really neat to see certain pop though he plans to attend college, development of the characters over NEthrough adolescence,WS to adulthood video games, riding bikes around culture references come up over the he isn’t sure that it will be a trans- the years added an extra level of with a plot specific enough to keep the neighbourhood, looking through years that this was filmed. For ex- formative experience. credibility that could not have been you entertained and a premise gen- lingerie catalogues with friends and ample, when they are young Saman- The film is quite long at two achieved any other way. The perfor- eral enough to be universal. Back to class chic overdone. 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Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ LIFESTYLES 15 Like a superhero: Local comic book artist nominated for award FRANCIS SIEBERT Bull’s secretary in Quebec after the INTERROBANG Second World War. When she was about six years “I grew up hearing stories about old, Diana Tamblyn found a box him,” she said. “She was very fond filled with comic books from the of him. It was her favourite job she ‘50s and ‘60s that belonged to her ever had.” mother and uncles. From then on, The Canadian and American she was hooked. governments were not interested in “It was like striking gold,” the London Bull’s idea of launching satellites native said. “I thought that was the most into space using artillery – they pre- fabulous thing I’d ever come across.” ferred rockets. When the two gov- Thirty years later, Tamblyn’s own ernments cut his research funding, graphic novel From Earth to Baby- Bull founded his own company, lon: Gerald Bull and the Supergun Space Research Corporation Near, has been nominated for a Joe Shus- in Quebec. In 1980, however, Bull ter Award, which is named after one spent six months in an American of the creators of Superman to hon- prison for selling ammunition to our Canadian comic books. South Africa, violating a United Na- From Earth to Babylon tells the tions arms embargo on the country. story of Gerald Bull, a Canadian After his release, Bull moved to ballistics engineer whose lifelong Brussels, developing weaponry for dream of launching satellites into a number of countries, such as Chi- space using long-range artillery na, Israel and Iraq. came to an abrupt end when he While there were already books, FRANCIS SIEBERT was killed in 1990. Bull was walk- documentaries and a movie about Londoner Diana Tamblyn, 42, is working on the second volume of her two-volume graphic novel biography ing down a hallway leading to his Bull, Diana said she didn’t feel like of Gerald Bull, a Canadian ballistics engineer who was assassinated in 1990 while designing weaponry for the apartment in Brussels, Belgium one any of them captured the story of Iraqi government. The fi rst volume, From Earth to Babylon: Gerald Bull and the Supergun, was nominated for a evening when an assassin fired two him as person all that well. Joe Shuster Award in June. rounds in the back of his head. At “That’s why I decided to do it,” the time of his death, the 62-year-old she said. on the second volume, which she to the comic book store on Saturday. great but unexpected. She had forgot- engineer was working for Saddam It took Diana four years to re- says she hopes to publish in 2016. We would do the grocery shopping, ten about it until someone congratu- Hussein’s government in Iraq, de- search, draw, write and rewrite the “I’m very proud of her,” Louise which of course she didn’t enjoy lated her over Facebook, she said. veloping weaponry. The murder re- book. The 88-page graphic nov- Tamblyn, Diana’s mother, said of particularly, but then if we ended “Superman is my favourite su- mains unsolved to this day. el, which is the first volume of a her daughter’s award nomination. the day with a trip to the comic book perhero,” Diana said. “So, there’s a Tamblyn’s interest in the story two-volume series, was published in “She always loved [comic books]. store, that made it all OK.” lot of meaning in that for me.” came from her grandaunt who was late 2013. She is currently working A favourite outing for her was to go Diana said the nomination was

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Andrew Vidler |INTERROBANG The school year has started, the students have all settled in and there is one thing on most of their minds: “It’s time to party!” London offers a wide variety of bars and pubs for students to quench their thirst, socialize and do what it is they came to college for (am I right?) that it can be difficult to plan exactly where it is you want Monday / JACK’S to go. With this in mind, here is your map to the most boozy London week you can enjoy without breaking the bank. NEWS 539 Richmond St | facebook.com/JacksLdn NO COVER - $1 BEERS, $2.50 SHOTS

This is one of the most consistently crowded Tuesday / MOLLY BLOOM’S parties in the city. A Monday night at Jack’s offers 700 Richmond St | mollyblooms.ca two totally different experiences: each of the bar’s NO COVER - 30 CENT WINGS - LIVE MUSIC two levels offers a unique playlist with a great dance floor to get down on. Students can let loose and chase away the Monday doldrums in a flood of $2 beers. No cover and cheap Located in the heart of downtown, Molly Bloom’s offers a cozy faux-IrishINTE pub experience thatRA CTIVE drinks mean that come midnight, this bar is full and lively week in, week out – a great place to bring a group of friends to dance all your cares away. offers a perfect opportunity for students and their friends to wind down with a couple of pints and classic pub food. A multitude of drinks and an extensive menu make this the perfect place for a more relaxing evening when compared to what else is on offer. Live music helps to authenticate the experience and create a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. Located right on campus and serving students great food and drinks every day of the week, The Out Back Shack really comes to life on Wednesday nights, when the FSU hosts weekly, varied events that are always guaranteed to be a fantastic way to LIFESTYLES spend a midweek evening with your friends. Open Mic, Sex-Toy Bingo and Trivia Nights are just some of the confirmed events that are coming students’ Wednesday way, with many more to be announced weekly throughout the school year. More information and THE OUT BACK SHACK a full list of events can be found online and in the Interrobang year-round. Student Union Building | fsu.ca/obs EVENT NIGHT; PRICES TO VARY

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How to survive The cheap bastard’s your first year in res (realistic) guide to ALYSSA MARTIN ganized is important when you’re kitchen are a toaster oven, kettle saving money INTERROBANG living on your own. A great way to and George Foreman grill (or some- Living in residence is the best keep on top of your assignments, ap- thing close to that). You can cook ALYSSA MARTIN Buy frozen way to meet people and practise pointments and any other things life pretty much anything with these INTERROBANG Buying frozen vegetables and your independence in your first throws at you is getting a calendar appliances. The great thing about Sell the junk you don’t use fruits is awesome, because it lasts year of college. It can be hard living white board for your bedroom wall. having those is that you can cook When moving into residence or longer, and it’s already cut and away from home for the first time, You can see all the important dates with groceries instead of always your first apartment, you’ll proba- ready to cook. The packagers freeze but here are some tips to ensure you every time you walk into your room. using your meal card. Trust me, bly come across a lot of junk you the fruit and vegetables when get the best out of your residence Another great way to keep orga- your meal card runs out fast if you don’t use. The best thing to do is they’re perfectly ripe. You can have experience. nized is shelving and storage units. don’t pay attention to what you’re sell it on websites like Kijiji. You’d vitamin filled and nutritious fruits Keep healthy IKEA has some great plastic shelves buying. be surprised how fast it sells. One and veggies whenever you want. As we all know, the “freshman 15” and storage units that can help you Roommate bonding person’s trash is another person’s Beats wasting money on food that is a real thing, but it doesn’t have to organize all your school supplies Having roommates is pretty awe- treasure, as they say. goes bad within a week. happen. The cafeteria has a lot of and clothes. This way, you’ll know some. The people you meet in col- Kijiji and eBay are your new BFFs Restaurant specials amazing food that will slowly kill where everything is at all times. lege can be lifelong friends. When Looking for a new camera, A lot of restaurants in London your energy, but it also has a lot of Cleaning supplies will be your moving into residence it’s important phone, laptop, or lamp? Well, Kijiji have great daily specials. If you want food that is really good for you. Ob- best friend to have some roommate bonding so and eBay are the best places to look to get out of the house with some viously it’s okay to treat yourself to Cleaning is very important when you can all get to know each other. before you hit the stores. A lot of friends and catch a meal, look online a delicious poutine or a juicy burger living in residence. There is nothing Having some drinks together, a mov- people sell their barely used items at the different specials restaurants every once in a while, but keeping a worse than having a kitchen filled with ie night or maybe cook a roommate on Kijiji and eBay for prices that have that day. This can save you lots good diet won’t only make you feel dirty dishes and smelly food, not to meal together are all great ways to are out of this world. Sure, it’s used, of money on food and drinks. better, but it will improve your study mention embarrassing when you have get to know one another. You want but if it’s not banged up, there’s no Cheap night at the movies and sleeping habits. Fanshawe also friends over. It’s always handy to have to start your year off with a positive problem. Just make sure when you This one is pretty self-explanato- has a great gym. Whenever you’re dish soap, Lysol wipes and Febreeze approach with your roommates. pick the item up you bring a friend. ry. Why go to the movies any other feeling stressed or need to blow in your residence room. You will 100 Have fun Turn off your lights day when Tuesday is cheap day? off some steam, the gym is the best per cent need it. Another great idea is Living in residence is all about If you’re living off campus and Buy textbooks used or online place to do it. to make a cleaning schedule with your taking in the experience. Sure, don’t have the luxury of having Buying textbooks brand new is a Be organized roommates. This way, there isn’t one you’re here to focus on school, rent that is all-inclusive, utilities are thing of the past. Why buy a $200 It’s easy to get into messy, unor- person always being stuck with doing but you’re also there to have fun important. Don’t be silly and leave textbook when you can get it for ganized habits in residence because dishes or sweeping. and meet new people. Don’t let the your bathroom light on all night or $50 used or online? We all know you’re so used to your parents pick- Kitchen supplies stress get to you too much. It’s okay keep your coffee maker plugged in you aren’t going to read that book ing up after you. Since your parents The great thing about Fanshawe’s to let loose every once in a while. 24 hours of the day. Turning off the again in the future. Amazon is pret- aren’t here for you, you’ll have to residence is that you get a kitchen. Cheers to your first year! lights and unplugging items you’re ty great for cheap textbooks, and take on the task yourself. Being or- The best appliances to have in your not using will save you money when they deliver amazingly fast. you get those darn utility bills. Bars don’t have to break your bank Student discounts If you want a cheap night out, There’s a ton of places around there are plenty of bars in London School clubs: How and why London that have student discounts: that don’t charge cover or don’t spas, restaurants, bookstores and charge cover before 11 p.m. Also, more. On Tuesdays, the Superstore a lot of bars have ladies get in free gives students 10 per cent off on nights. If you coordinate what bars you should start one their groceries, and the Greyhound you go to on their special days, you PRESTON LOBZUN Finding a club for your preferred bility to rent out rooms in study lo- station offers student fares as well. won’t be burning a hole in your INTERROBANG hobby or passion first means identi- cations for meetings. You can find It doesn’t hurt to ask if there are pocket. Starting a club at school is easy, fying what either of those are. Some these meeting rooms throughout the student discounts when you’re go- The pre-drink and if you don’t feel like starting clubs are more consistent, such as library and various computer labs. ing shopping. Roots gives students Now, if you’re that person who one, there’s plenty around to join. the board games club, which meets Interested? Starting up only takes 20 per cent off merchandise; who doesn’t like to spend a dime on Every school year will have at least every so often to try new games and minimal effort. Log onto the FSU needs new sweats? drinks when you go out, the pre- a couple days where clubs set up discuss them. There’s a club for vid- website and print off the club form Make a grocery list and stick to it drink is important. The pre-drink booths in front of the book store eo gamers, and they even have their where you list your membership Always make a grocery list. isn’t a time to get so wasted you (in F building near the information own Facebook group if you search and other information. Read over When you don’t have one, it’s easy can’t get into the bar, but it’s a time booth), and this is a great opportu- for it. A club is a great way to meet the rules and policies as the school to buy things you don’t really need. to drink enough to keep you satis- nity to get signatures for a club or fellow students who share common has certain limits to what can and Stick to the essentials. 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20 LIFESTYLES Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ 10 things to do in your first year of college ALLY JOL take your learning seriously. worth for your education if you you truly are. own I cried and missed my mom so INTERROBANG Another Reddit user mentioned don’t,” said Esters. SPOR“My firstTS year I &decidedLEISURE that I much. I don’t really know why con- 1. Wait to buy your books something on the same thread that 5. Exercise never wanted to be alone, and I al- sidering I’ve spent countless nights This was my very first mistake… reminded me of how many students In my first year I felt like as soon ways needed to have some sort of away from her since the age of five, It started out when received my let- acted towards exams. as I recuperated from the whole event or social activity planned. To- but I did know that I missed her ter- ter telling me what books I needed “My study habits were pretty exam fiasco, it started all over ward the end of my first semester, I ribly that night. to buy for my courses. I went online shit, no way around it. I went to again. My roommate and I had no realized that being so social really The reason I admit to this is be- and ordered them all right away. I class but I never did homework un- time to peel potatoes and wash veg- wasn’t that great of an idea,” said cause I found a woman who posted spent almost $1,000 on books just til two weeks before exams, unless etables to make a healthy meal? In- Eric Yoon, a student at Fanshawe in a college orientation blog about to have my teachers tell me that we I had to hand it in. Around exam stead it was, McDonalds or Subway College. her experience with being homesick will not use it very much or at all. time, I would literally sacrifice on our way home and that packed “Nights on the town wereLE great,TTERS that TO was THE shockingly EDITOR similar to mine. Wait to buy your books and ask certain classes to put in extra study on the pounds quickly. but in moderation. If you don’tfsul takeette rs@f“It’sansh okayawe to admitc.ca to being sad your teachers if and how much you time for the classes I was failing. Establishing a solid exercise rouOPINION- time for yourself, you’ll definitely because you aren’t with your family will be using them to save yourself So many classes I squeeked by in tine that I could have stuck with at start to lose yourself.” or your friends. The transition from money and the hassle. I could have easily gotten a B-. So the beginning of the year instead Take this time to do things that high school to college is usually 2. Identify early many classes I should have gotten of trying to solve the problem half YOU want to do. Making time to one of the biggest transitions some- Do you feel like you know the an A+ in, I ended up with a B+, be- way through summer could have spend with yourself can really keep one our age has experienced, and material, but somehow it is not be- cause I half assed my exam study saved me 10 pounds. you grounded and boost your spirit! being without your family can be ing reflected in your grades? Do time to focus on something else,” 6. Take it easy on parties 8. Be yourself rough! So when your mom or your you have a hard time taking tests? said user BaconatedGrapefruit. So you know how I just said that This is the time that many peo- sister or your uncle asks if you’re Have you always struggled with 4. Ask for help it felt like as soon as exams were ple start to find their true selves so homesick, just be honest! You could school? It may not be your fault. Sooner or later, I think all of us done, more were right around the be comfortable with who you are get a solid care package out of it,” Fanshawe will help you identify need help in one way or another. It corner? Well remember this about and you will too! You will meet so NEthe bloggerWS said. and get help for any learning dis- was interesting for me entering col- partying. There will always be many new people that you will find 10. Care about college abilities that may be hindering your lege. In high school I rarely asked more, so taking a night off isn’t a a group you are comfortable being Unlike high school, college has learning experience. questions because I didn’t want to big deal. The more you party, the around instead of trying to “fit in.” more of a reward. It’s the beginning “I would have got treatment for look stupid, but eventually it was more you’re going to end up stress- Fanshawe student Miriame to your future career and you really my horrible, debilitating anxiety like it didn’t matter to me anymore. ing yourself out in the end because Blarke shared her story of trying to don’t want to mess that up, do you? BEFORE I had a massive break- I wanted to learn and the tables you’re wishing you had an extra fit in during her college years. So many people have the “I just down in my second year, which turned when I started to think that night to finish an assignment. “I would have definitely come need to pass” attitude and I can’t probably would have led to me go- the people who DIDN’T ask ques- Partying is actually one of great out as gay and explored my sexu- stand when I hear people say that ing to way more class than I actual- tions were the stupid ones. things about college obviously and ality by joining clubs with other about their post-secondary education. ly did,” said Reddit user, Hatcheck. “I was having difficulty in a math I suggest it because you get to meet fellow gay students,” said Blarke. At the end of the day, you’re pay- “A lot of mental illnesses come on class, but I never asked the teacher new people! Just make sure that you “InsteadINTE I heavily repressedRA it and CTIVing thousands to Ego to school and or amp up right around age 18, kids, for help until it was too late,” said are prioritizing your time properly. joined a weird as shit Christian learn what you want to learn instead and most colleges have free coun- Delmer Esters, College Planning 7. Make time for yourself prayer group to pretty much force of sitting through classes that you seling.” Specialist, in a recent blog post on Always schedule in some alone the urges away. I came out the se- are not very interested in – it’s not 3. Fix your study habits educationquest.org. time to recharge your batteries. mester after I graduated and still that bad of a deal considering the And quick I really mean it, be- “I got my first and only F of my Making time for yourself helps to felt sad about all the stuff I missed projected payoffs. cause let’s be honest… high school college career … There is no shame clear your mind and de-stress from in college if I’d accepted it sooner.” was a bit of a joke, but it is not like in asking for help, and in the end the day or week. Now is the time 9. It’s okay to be home sick that anymore. You need to start to you aren’t getting your money’s that you will be discovering who The first night I spent on my

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4A AND 4B 91 EXPRESS Part of the new Express buses! As the Oxford OXFORD EAST lines can get very cramped, students now The Oxford East bus is one of the busiest have the option to take the 91 Express from 25 KILALY buses you’ll encounter in the school year. It any major stop between Wonderland and The 25 also stops at the east entrance (in travels down Oxford Street, takes a left down Fanshawe College. It runs at peak hours front of F Building where the information Richmond and continues well into the south leaving from Fanshawe at 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. booth is) and follows the same path as the end of London before ending up at White Oaks and 2:15 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. to accommodate 27 except that it diverges and heads north on Mall. It is split into the A and B routes during for the large influx of students that have long Highbury towards some of the subdivisions off the day to accommodate for travellers who are made this major route an uncomfortable ride. Fanshawe Park Road. Students taking this bus going through the south end of London. Unless This bus, like the 90 that runs from Dundas should note that it does not have evening or you live in that area, this shouldn’t concern and Richmond to Masonville Mall, only runs weekend service. you. When the bus is travelling northbound, on weekdays and again is limited to only major it is heading towards Fanshawe from its initial stops that have the orange sign. destination at White Oaks and vice versa, so OTHER BUSES don’t let the name of the bus confuse you by Some major bus lines such as the Richmond any means. 27 FANSHAWE COLLEGE 6 travel from Victoria Hospital to Western Students living behind the College on Huron University but those are not directly accessible Street up to Adelaide and Kipps Lane will most from Fanshawe so one would have to bus to 17 OXFORD WEST likely be taking this bus frequently. It starts at Richmond street either via the 4, 17 or 20. This large route begins in the far southeast Dundas and Richmond is the intersection end past Argyle Mall and Trafalgar Street Fanshawe’s other bus stop on the east side of the school (along Second Street and facing the where most buses will converge upon and continuing north past those two major stops leave from so it is a common place for people until it gets to Oxford Street. At Oxford, the Fleming and Thurman neighbourhoods) and heads westbound up to Huron. From there it to a pick up a bus to go just about anywhere bus travels west, going to Fanshawe’s stop on in the city. On your free time, try finding a bus the street where you need to be to catch this passes by the major intersection of Highbury- Huron and shuffles people to Adelaide before route that goes somewhere new and explore specific direction. This means that when you London’s vast surroundings. see the bus listed as westbound on the bus making a turn in the Kipps land area heading info sign, you need to be at the bus stop that is eastbound back towards the school. by the road across from the Mac’s convenience store and not at the main location where the 4 Oxford East, 20 Cherryhill and 36 Industrial pass by. The bus continues going west past major stops like Highbury, Adelaide, Richmond, Wharrencliffe, Wonderland, until eventually reaching Byron baseline on London’s far west end. The eastbound bus goes the opposite direction of this and only diverts when it swings into Fanshawe’s main bus stop outside of B Building where the aforementioned 4, 20 and 32 go. 20 CHERRYHILL Another diverse bus route is the 20 Cherryhill. It begins going westbound from Fanshawe’s main bus stop and drives down Oxford until Mornington Avenue where it heads southwards to Dundas Street. It passes through the downtown core and then makes its way to Cherryhill Mall and eventually turns around at Sarnia Road in the west end of the city. Students living along Dundas between Richmond and Quebec or near there can take this bus going eastbound towards the school as can others near Mornington. 36 INDUSTRIAL An infrequent bus, the 36 continues eastbound from Fanshawe down Oxford and is the only bus that travels to and from the airport. It is a weekday-only bus, however, and it pauses at certain segments of the day leaving Fanshawe roughly from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. SPORTS&LEISURE

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At the beginning of September, the staff at the Fanshawe Student Union is swamped with questions from students. Here are the most common FSU FAQs queries that staffers Tiffany Kicks and Emma-Lee Zekveld have heard during their years at the FSU. SPORTS&LEISURE Erika Faust |INTERROBANG

What do I get with the health plan? I need fast cash – how do I sell my used I need some space – how do I book a A Flex Plan is offered for the 2014-15 school year, books? club room? which has three tiers of coverage to choose from: You can recoup some of the money you spent The FSU has two rooms available for clubs to Balanced Plan, Enhanced Drug Plan, or Enhanced on last year’s textbooks by selling them at the meet in (SC2012LETT andERS SC2014), TO THE andEDIT theyOR must be Extended Health Plan. All full-time students FSU Used Book Shop in SUB1016. DropOPINION off booked through fsul etthete FSUrs@f Frontansh aweOfficec.ca (SC2001). are on the Balanced Plan by default, but if you your books before August 30 between 9 a.m. You can have each room for two hours at a time want to switch plans, you’ll need to do so before and 4 p.m. at the FSU Main Office (SC2001), or during office hours (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every September 16. Full details about each plan are between September 3 and 9 in SUB1016. Pick up school day). If you need a room after office hours, available at fsu.ca/health. your unsold books between September 14 and 19 you still book it through the Front Office, but If you have family members or dependents who from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. – unclaimed books become security staff will have to let you in. also need benefits, you can opt them into your property of the FSU. Pick up your cheques from plan for $490 for the year (the cost covers an September 23 to 27 in the FSU Main Office. You I’m having school troubles – what is unlimited number of dependents), and they will must keep your receipt in order to pick up your receive the same benefits you do. money and/or unsold books. peer tutoring? NEWS Peer tutoring matches you with another student Check fsu.ca/health for a video that shows you If you’re looking for a good deal, buy books at the for course-specific help. To sign up, either as a how to make a claim. Used Book Shop in SUB 1016 from September 3 tutor or tutee, contact peer tutor co-ordinator to 12 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Bonnie MacBean at 519-452- 4430 ext. 4959 or I don’t need any of that, Full details are posted at fsu.ca/usedbook.php. [email protected]. so how do I opt out? “You have to have alternate coverage [such as I need cash to get me through the year I need help with other problems - from your parents or spouse] in order to opt – how do I apply for financial aid? INTEwhere doRA I go? CTIVE out,” said Emma Zekveld, Administrative Support Go to www.fanshawec.ca/awards and click “If you have questions about accessibility, Assistant. You must opt out before September on the link to the Online Bursary Application workshops, getting help with adjusting to college 16 through fsu.ca/health. In late September/early Services to apply for bursaries, scholarships and life, you can go to F2010 – Counselling and October, opt-out cheques will be available for OSAP – FSU VP Finance Taylor Lodge can help Accessibility Services,” said Kicks. You can also pickup, so watch for information posted around you with all of that (schedule a meeting with her get some school-specific help from your Student campus and on the FSU’s social media pages. through the front office staff). Success Advisor – check out the full list at tinyurl. com/fan-SSAs2014. I’m on co-op this semester, The FSU is so awesome, how do I get a can I get that stuff too? job with you guys? I’mLI notFEST 19 yet – canYL I stillES go to events Yep – you can opt in to the bus pass for $100 per Before joining the fantastic FSU team, you’ll need at the Out Back Shack? semester (the fall semester bus pass is valid from to be approved for work study – a bursary that “Yes, as long as you’re a full-time Fanshawe September 1 to December 31) and the health plan helps them pay your wages. “The work study student,” said Zekveld. “There is a limited number for $87.50 per semester. bursary is only open for a couple weeks, so the of spots available for underage students at pub sooner you apply, the sooner you get approved, events.” However, if you’re underage and you’re What’s this new FAN card? What the sooner you get a job, and the jobs fill up,” not a full-time Fanshawe student, you’re outta happens if I lose it? Zekveld cautioned. luck. This year, the College is introducing the FAN card, The FSU hires students for jobs like front office an “all-access card to Fanshawe that includes your clerk, custodial services, servers and security at I’ve got something to say! How do I get buss pass, ID, meal plan and access into rooms The Out Back Shack, and graphic designers and my story in the paper? such as computer labs … throughout the college,” writers at the Interrobang newspaper. To apply for Whether you want to write an article yourself said Zekveld. work study, go to fsu.ca/jobs, and then click on or have someone else write a story about your “More info on Work Study.” FAN cards will be issued during the frosh week idea, contact Interrobang editor Stephanie Lai in the gym. “They’re setting up an area in Gym 3; at [email protected]. Interrobang is a weekly we’ll be handing them out at kiosks there,” she I want to share my love of newspaper, so it’s best if you give at least two said. “After that it’s at the Registrar’s Office in E1012.” cats/anime/video games – how do I weeks’ notice before sending in information If your card gets stolen, it is a $10 replacement start a club? about an event to ensure your story goes into the correct issue. fee to be paid to the Registrar. Register your “To start a club, you need a club charter, a card with the London Police at tinyurl.com/ president, a VP, a secretary and a treasurer,” lps-onlinereporting2014. Bring the reference said Zekveld. “You need five full-time Fanshawe No matter what questions you have, you can number to the Registrar’s Office and they’ll do the students to start the club, and 10 full-time always turn to the FSU staff. They understand replacement any day of the week. students to receive funding.” A full list of clubs that many students are away from home and and the application to start a club is available at dealing with a variety of issues, from awful fsu.ca/clubs.php. roommates to struggling with the pace of their program. “It’s a student union – we don’t just answer questions about our ser- vices, we help students as much as possible,” said Zekveld. “That’s the goal of the Student Useful websites Union; to improve student life.” Sell your stuff on the FSU Marketplace: Find events on campus: fsu.ca/marketplace fsu.ca/events Dates to remember throughout FSU social media pages: the school year: Help with London’s bus system: facebook.com/FanshaweSU, twitter.com/ tinyurl.com/fan-calendar1414 ltconline.ca FanshaweSU SPORTS&LEISURE

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Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/ LIFESTYLES 23 FASHION ONRICHOMOND ROW Gabby Scheyen |INTERROBANG Urban Outfitters Oxford St E Waterloo St Richmond Row, the stretch of Richmond Street between Oxford Richmond St and Queens, is home to tons of restaurants, bars and shops. It’s Piccadilly St the place to go when you’re in search of something to funkify Oxford St E Piccadilly Park St George St your wardrobe. (For a full list of shops on the Row, check out richmondrowlondon.com) Piccadilly St URBAN OUTFITTERS Pall Mall St Ann St St George St Pall Mall St 743 Richmond St. Talbot St urbanoutfitters.com

Although Urban Outfitters is known for its trendy fashions, this Wellington St store also carries accessories and apartment items – anything Hyman St Mill St Richmond St from vintage records to books to home furnishings. The vibe in this store is very welcoming and inviting, and there is a lot to choose from in this two-storey building. Moda di Giuliana

John St Talbot St Hyman St iN Fashion MODA DI GIULIANA Central Ave 630 Richmond St. Moda di Giuliana was established in 1986 and recently moved closer to the centre of Richmond Row because of its grow- ing popularity. This store carries authentic Italian clothing and Central Ave Tribal Mountain Trade unique styles all the way from Europe. Weezi Richmond St Wellington St

Talbot St iN FASHION American Apparel Victoria Park 619 Richmond St. Albert St in-fashion.ca iN Fashion may look small from the outside, but it is chock- Clarence St full of stylish, inexpensive clothing. With new arrivals being Jordan Stewart Boutique

shipped in every week, there is always something new to try Kent St on. TRIBAL MOUNTAIN TRADE 575 Richmond St. tribalmountaintrade.com For a taste of native culture, Tribal Mountain Trade is the place to be. This store not only carries handcrafted clothing and accessories, but also wood sculptures, folk art, musical instruments, home furnishings and more. WEEZI 204 Albert St. weezi.com Okay, so this shop’s technically not on Richmond Row (it’s located on the second floor above Prince Al’s Diner at 565 Richmond St. – look for Weezi’s bright red door), but this tiny store is just bursting with handmade vintage-style goodies. If retro-chic is your style, Weezi’s probably got the perfect dress, skirt, handbag and accessories waiting for you. AMERICAN APPAREL 551 Richmond St. americanapparel.net For those dancers out there, or people who love stretchy spandex, American Apparel has got you covered. With a unique selection of dance suits, bodices, dresses, disco pants and high-waisted shorts, this store will have you trying out funky fashions that you never imagined yourself wearing. JORDAN STEWART BOUTIQUE 533 Richmond St. tinyurl.com/jordanstewartboutique The new shop on the block offers London fashionistas a range of fun clothes, shoes and accessories. Branching off from its original Simcoe location, the new store allows locals to peruse through flirty garb and punchy accessories from brands like Marc by Marc Jacobs and One Teaspoon. Stop by and be sure to wipe the drool from your lips. Get your grub on!

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There are plenty of delicious restaurants in London that won’t leave a giant hole in your pocket. Here is your guide to finding an affordable and satisfying restaurant.

The Early Bird Zen Garden The Works Winks The Bag Lady 355 Talbot St. 344 Dundas St. 145 King St. 551 Richmond St. 474 Pall Mall St. theearlybird.ca zen-garden.ca worksburger.com winkseatery.com thebagladyvariety.ca

The Early Bird has a rock Zen Garden is a The Works is the Winks has a wide range The Bag Lady is probably ‘n roll atmosphere with vegetarian Chinese food one-stop-shop if you’re menu that can satisfy one of the most adorable delicious well priced food. restaurant that won’t looking for a juicy burger. anyone. They have amazing restaurants in London. You won’t find anything over disappoint! They serve Their menu boasts over 45 sandwiches and a great The restaurant is small $15 dollars, so you will walk delicious dumplings, burger/toppings choices amount of vegetarian and has one wall that’s out of there with money still sushi, rice, etc. Their food that you would think never options. Winks also has live filled with cute little left in your pockets. Not to is so good you forget existed. Not to mention, they entertainment and trinkets and bright colours. mention, you’ll also be in the there’s no meat! have some killer appetizers. on Tuesdays have their The Bag Lady really heart of downtown London, Don’t feel like a burger? famous rock ‘n roll bingo. makes you feel like so there are many shops to Well you’re in luck because Winks is a great place for you’re at your parents’ explore after you’re they also have salads and a yummy meal or house for a meal. They finished your meal. wraps. The Works also has hanging out with friends. have a killer breakfast and $10 tons of vegetarian and gluten lunch menu, but hurry there! free options as well. They close at 4 p.m. on weekdays and 2 p.m. $20 on weekends.

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Five things I wish I knew… Apps for a stress-free FRANCIS SIEBERT decent grades, but so did some 20 I now wish I’d done in undergrad. INTERROBANG other students in my program. The OSAP is not free money school year Parents are always right, the say- students who got jobs right out of If you’re like most students, you’ll FRANCIS SIEBERT ant thing you’ll need to start doing ing goes. While I might not be a school were the ones who volun- get a cheque from the Ontario Stu- INTERROBANG as a student. Simply link your bank parent, I have been in your place a teered while in school. dent Assistance Program in the up- College maybe the greatest time account to the service and start few years ago, and what a different There are tons of places you can coming weeks. You’ll probably end of your life, or so they say, but it also making budgets. The service will and expensive place it is. So, look- get work experience from while in up with more money than you need comes with a bunch of responsibil- keep itself up-to-date with your pur- ing back on my post-secondary ex- school, on campus and off campus: to survive, and you won’t have to ities, especially if you live on your chases and automatically add them perience, here are five things I wish the Interrobang, Habitat for Human- start paying it back until six months own or with roommates. You have to the right categories. For example, I knew when I was still in school. ity, Museum of Ontario Archaeol- after you leave school. Oh, and the to remember to pay your bills on say you choose to limit the amount Free and discounted stuff ogy and so on. If you can’t find a interest on the loan is low, too. time and do grocery shopping, take of money you spend on clothing to As a student, there’s a lot of stuff place that suits you, ask a professor. So why not get that $1,000 Norco your own school notes, manage your $50 a month and you spend $100 you can get for free or discounts for. Not only will you get experience, mountain bike you’ve been eying coursework and money and so on. at Forever 21, Mint will notify you A lot. For example, did you know but you’ll also get references. all summer? Or that $700 Canada While it may look overwhelm- that you’ve overspent in that cate- you can get Microsoft Office for Apply for bursaries Goose parka you wanted for Christ- ing, here is a list of seven free ap- gory. You can access Mint on your free (tinyurl.com/pa247tt)? A $100 Applying for bursaries is a lot of mas but didn’t get? plications to make your school year computer and mobile devices. discount on a MacBook (tinyurl. work. First, you have to find them a little more manageable and a little Wunderlist (wunderlist.com) com/ohcs8e3)? Six months of free and make sure you’re eligible. Then less stressful. Wunderlist is a full-featured two-day shipping on Amazon (ti- it’s still a loan – you you have to write a letter telling the Dropbox (dropbox.com) list-making application that syncs nyurl.com/kzty6ze)? “ person or organization why you will have to pay it Dropbox is like a USB flash on the Internet. You can share lists, There are also resources avail- should be the recipient of the bur- drive that lives on the Internet. It’s a assign to-dos, add comments, notes able to you, such as free job search sary. Sometimes you also have to back sooner than folder on your computer that syncs and files, get reminders for tasks and resume workshops. Then there add in your resume, an essay or a with the Dropbox website and can and create recurring to-dos, and are free concerts and comedy shows you think portfolio. Unless you have a 95 per be accessed from anywhere: school more. With Wunderlist, you’ll be almost every week. “ cent average, have volunteered for computers, personal computers and able to keep a list of things to do at So, next time you buy Greyhound the United Nations and UNICEF Because it’s still a loan – you will even from your mobile devices. All school and at home, assign tasks for bus tickets or a mobile phone, make and have founded a business at age have to pay it back sooner than you you have to do is drop a file in the group projects and assign chores to sure you ask for a student discount. 14, it seems like a lot of work for think. When you’re out of school, folder, and voilà. roommates. Applications are avail- nothing. you have to start paying for stuff Evernote (evernote.com) able for iPhone and Android. But it isn’t. you actually need like rent, food, You could save all your notes in Google Calendar There are tons of When I was in undergrad, I never insurance and so on. And that debt. “ separate text files, or you could use (google.com/calendar) places you can get applied for bursaries. I did look for Professors are there to help you Evernote. It’s a note-taking applica- Google Calendar is, well, a cal- them, but I was rarely eligible – I While in high school it might’ve tion that syncs to the Internet. That endar application. Like Google work experience from didn’t have the average, I wasn’t in been OK if you didn’t memorize the way, you can access your notes Docs, Google Calendar syncs with the right program, I wasn’t the right date of the first Quebec referendum, from any device, and, if your com- your Google account and can be while in school, on gender, and so on. you’re not in high school anymore. puter crashes, you won’t lose any- accessed from anywhere, anytime. campus and In graduate school, I kept getting Instead of dismissing an exam you thing. In addition to text, you can You can also create events and share emails about bursaries specific to got a “C” mark on, ask your pro- add PowerPoints, PDF, pictures, them with people. Google Calendar off campus students in my program. I wasn’t fessor where you went wrong. Not websites, audio files and more, works with mobile devices as well. “ eligible for any, but there was one only will you do better on the next which can all be shared with oth- Thunderbird I was almost eligible for. The prize exam, but when you will be faced ers. The best part? You can search (mozilla.org/thunderbird) Volunteering pays off was quite substantial so I figured, with a similar problem in the work- across all your notes. Desktop email clients may seem When the time to apply for a job why not? And even though there place, you’ll know how to properly Google Docs (drive.google.com) like a thing of the past, but now finally came, I realized I screwed were at least five people in my pro- solder that joint or fix that leaking Google Docs is like Microsoft that you have at least two email up by not spending more time at gram I was aware of who were eli- exhaust. After all, you’re paying a Office in your browser. You can addresses – your personal address my school's student newspaper. gible for the bursary, I got it. I guess lot of money to be here, and profes- create text documents, presenta- and your college address – Thun- Sure, I ended up with a degree in they never bothered to take the 30 sors are paid to be helping you. tions, spreadsheets and more. Ev- derbird is a great application to journalism, a nice portfolio and minutes it took to apply, something erything is synced on the Internet keep up with your emails. Avail- and can be shared with others for able for both Windows and Macs, group projects – group members Thunderbird allows you to manage can even work on the same docu- multiple email addresses right from ment at the same time. Applications your desktop, even if you’re not are available for iPhone and An- connected to the Internet. Like your droid. It’s better than spending over mobile’s email application, you $100 on Microsoft Office. also get notifications when you get 2014/2015 Mint (mint.com/canada) new emails. That way, you’ll never Contests Mint is an automated budgeting miss an important email again. service—probably the most import- $ $$ Success in a bottle $ LEAT AHRONY most of her revenue by tabling at THE MARTLET Moss Street Market. Getting there VICTORIA — Though it only took months of planning and ap- takes a day to make a week’s worth of plications, all while she was fin- Mylkmaid almond milk, it took five ishing up her last academic full years before Kiley McLean finally term. “When I’m doing anything rented a kitchen and started to grind. with Mylkmaid, I don’t look at the check out “I knew I wanted to do my own clock; I could spend hours on it and thing” said McLean, whose entre- not even notice because I am so preneurial spirit was evident at a passionate about it.” FSU.CA/CONTESTS young age. “As a child, I made my ALL YEAR FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN own crafts and sold them at Christ- mas fairs.” “… I could spend Every Friday, McLean rents out hours on it and not the mini-kitchen from For Good Measure, located in Cadboro Bay, even notice because I to make her almond milk. McLean’s We’re GIVING AWAY mother, sister, and boyfriend all am so passionate work together to blend the almonds, about it. pour the mixture through the sieve, “ KNIGHTS TICKETS and fill the jars, one by one. Before DOWNTOWN LONDON DOLLARS reaching their final home, the milk McLean’s short-term goals are is sold out of a solar-powered mini- to first approach local retail out- BUDWEISER GARDENS fridge at the Moss Street Market. lets and grocery stores, and then EVENT TICKETS McLean offers different flavour va- attain permanent and larger kitchen rieties: figs, dates, raspberries, choc- space, and expand her production GIFT CERTIFICATES olate, and vanilla (made with fair capacity. Her long-term goals are to trade Level Ground vanilla bean; no expand her product line to include artificial vanilla extract here.) natural almond milk coffee cream- McLean knew opening her own ers, almond pulp baked goods, and enter by SEPTEMBER 30th MICROSOFT company was a challenge. “To just a few more employees. McLean ad- sell a product at a market, I didn’t vises,“If you have an idea, pursue

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Across 1. “___ Olvidados” (1950 Luis Buńuel film) 4. Little ones 9. Firemen’s needs 14. “Tarzan” extra Aries (March 21 - April 19) Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) 15. Boredom You feel shallow and in the mo- You can handle full days if you 16. Chicago airport ment, but it looks good on you. If get off to an early starts. Group out- 17. “Fancy that!” something wasn’t put here for your ings soar with the right combination 18. Masculine name enjoyment, you still find a way to of high energy. You’re at your best 19. Dark area have fun with it. Keep track of the when helping others enjoy them- 20. Dung new things that appeal to you. selves. 22. Baker’s dozen? Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) 24. Auction offering A new month is arriving, but that If you’re in a mood to offend 25. Disrespects old flame you bid goodbye to is still someone, voices will rise and fur 26. Choirs may stand on them determined to have their way with will fly. Plot your revenge secretly 28. John, Paul and George: (abbr.) you. Be brave and patient for one if you prefer a more stable environ- 29. Whirls more week. ment. Or, try forgiving those who 31. Phobias Gemini (May 21 - June 20) have wronged you. 34. Walked like a drunk man? Good things keep on happening Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) 38. Central European river to you and around you. Loved ones Check in with old friends. Make 39. Carries are quick to jump on the bandwag- new inroads through formerly im- 40. New (comb. form) on when they learn that you’re the penetrable subjects. You’re larger goose that lays golden eggs. This is than life, but you have the logic and 41. Vocal expression much better than you ever hoped. the budget to match. 44. Leo, for one Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) 46. “10” star If you do anything drastic, be Break down the walls if they’re 47. The “p” in m.p.g. Down 32. “Dig in!” sure that it’s for your benefit. Oth- getting in your way. Capricorn is a 48. Last issue of Interrobang head- 1. Seaport in S.W. Nigeria 33. Unwanted picnic guest ers may have no room in their equa- builder by nature, but they can also line: ___ (see 31 Down) makes 2. “La Bohčme,” for example 34. All there tion for every version of yourself destroy when destruction is justi- remarkable ___ for facility expan- 3. Last issue of Interrobang head- 35. Biochemistry abbr. that you present. fied. In the midst of all this stress, sion” line: “Former student ___ his start- 36. Always, in verse Leo (July 23 - August 22) remember to laugh once in a while. 51. Nasal stimulaters up” 37. Two for Pablo Be careful what you mix. Too Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) 55. Dusk, to Donne 4. Last issue of Interrobang head- 39. Fast runners many highs and too many lows av- The next beginning is even better 56. ___-friendly line: “A summer with no ___” 42. Byrnes of “77 Sunset Strip” erage out to a middle ground that is than the last ending. The new school 59. Stop working 5. But 43. Normal both disappointing and relieving. A year elevates you from dreamer to 60. Kind of wave familiar relationship takes an en- visionary. In times of plenty, any- 6. Compass direction 44. More peaceful 62. Any “Seinfeld,” now 7. Air 45. Quick, steady pace tirely unexpected turn. thing seems possible. Make it hap- 64. Last issue of Interrobang head- Virgo (August 23 - Sept. 22) pen while you still feel that it can. 8. Bring forth vocal music 47. Matching set of jewels line: Fanshawe unveils ___ brand- 9. Last issue of Interrobang head- 48. Masculine name Are you having fun yet? If not, Pisces (Feb. 18 - March 20) ing” how come? You’re too invested at a You may not be in a position to line: “Break-ins in student ___” 49. Bizet opera priestess 65. “Mefistofele” role 10. Electrical resistance unit 50. Finished time when you should be more flu- lead, but your level of service is 66. Animal catcher id. Your mood changes brought you stellar. Everyone knows when it’s 11. Black 52. Seat of Ward County, N.D. 67. “___ moment” to this point -- surely, they can bring time to stop. Put all of those fleeting 12. Mistake 53. “Gladiator” setting 68. “M*A*S*H” role you back to someplace better. thoughts in writing while they’re 13. Buttocks 54. Joined by stitches still so lucid. 69. Aromatic solvent 21. Marxist-Leninist state 57. Gaelic 70. Bit 23. Young eels 58. Last issue of Interrobang head- 3. Sloths can swim three times every year where the winner re- 27. 180° from NNW line: “Law Talk: When can my rent faster than they can move on ceives his wife’s weight in beer. 29. Infatuated with (with “on”) increase?” land. They can also hold 7. Pillow hugging while sleeping 30. Wan 61. “___ Ng” (They Might Be Gi- their breath for up to 40 is a subconscious indication that 31. Last issue of Interrobang head- ants song) minutes. you miss someone. line: “___Makes remarkable ___ 63. “Go team!” 4. In 1961, the only surgeon 8. In the 80s, a Japanese director (see 48 Across) for facility expan- Solution on page 29 in the Soviet Antarctic Expedition, released gore movies that were so sion” Leonid Rogozov, removed his own realistic, he was investigated by the inflamed appendix under local an- police and had to prove that no one 1. After octopuses breed, they de- esthesia. was actually murdered. Word Search velop dementia. They then live the 5. There’s a man named Raffi 9. Dolly Parton once entered Stepanian who mines diamonds anonymously into a “Dolly Parton rest of their lives in this confused, ABCDEFGHIJKLMNO seemingly lost state, with apparent- and gold from New York City side- lookalike contest”, but lost to a drag ly no knowledge of previous events. walks, making over $600 in one queen. PQRSTUVWXYZABCD week. 10. Robin Williams was report- 2. In 2001, the island country of EFGHIJKLMNOPQRS Niue featured Pikachu and other 6. There’s a wife-carrying cham- edly an avid gamer who played Pokemon on their currency. pionship that takes place in Finland games such as Call of Duty, Zelda, TUVWXYZABCDEFGH Portal, and Battlestations Pacific. His daughter Zelda was named after IJKLMNOPQRSTUVW Sudoku Puzzle the video game. 11. After being in captivity for XYZABCDEFGHIJKL 23 years, the orca from Free Willy, MNOPQRSTUVWXYZA Keiko, was set free in 2002. Weeks later, he appeared at a Norwegian BCDEFGHIJKLMNOP fjord apparently seeking human QRSTUVWXYZABCDE contact and even gave rides to chil- dren on his back. FGHIJKLMNOPQRST 12. In 2008, a beach was stolen in Jamaica. The 500 truckloads of UVWXYZABCDEFGHI sand remain missing to this day. JKLMNOPQRSTUVWX 13. About 60 million years ago, there was a species of turtle that YZABCDEFGHIJKLM was so large and had such powerful NOPQRSTUVWXYZAB jaws that it could have devoured a crocodile. CDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ 14. Keith Richards heard the riff to “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” Starring Holly Hunter in a dream. He woke up, played the (Words in parentheses not in puzzle) riff on a tape recorder and mumbled (The) Big White (The) Firm Once (Around) “I can’t get no satisfaction” and Broadcast (News) (The) Incredibles (The) Piano went back to sleep. Copycat (Little) Black Book Raising (Arizona) 15. According to the IRS, Crash (Living Out) Loud Saving (Grace) self-employed criminals are re- Crazy (in Love) Nine (Lives) Thirteen quired to declare the source of their illegal income (like selling drugs) - and they can’t prosecute for it! 16. A hippo sleeping underwater automatically rises to the surface puzzle rating: very hard every four minutes and breathes Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 grid contains without waking. the digits 1 through 9. That means no number is repeated in any column, 17. In 2015, Britain will ban row or box. 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Coaches’ corner: A sneak peek into varsity sports this year LETTERS TO THE EDITOR STEPHANIE LAI CURLING MEN’S SOCCER Welsh is expecting 10 new re- offensively.” INTERROBANGOPINIONWith the fsul womenetters being@fansh provinawe- c.caFinishing fourth at provincial cruits to join the remaining mem- With the academic year coming cial champs and the men winning championships, Paul D’Hollander bers, and he said getting everyone WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL to a fast start, the athletics depart- bronze at provincials, head coach is looking forward to working with to gel as a collective whole is going New head coach, Shawn Pellow, ment at Fanshawe is also gearing Barry Westman hopes to continue a new group of guys. D’Hollander to be a challenge. is excited to continue fostering this up for another exciting year. With the momentum, despite losing a is losing 50 per cent of his team and “It’s a such a short season that team’s success. Humber College being a strong couple of long-term curlers. is in the process of looking for a it’s always a challenge to get ev- Finishing second in the province, competitor all across the board, “We do have a really good solid new goalie. erybody playing together and on Pellow knows the team did some- head coaches, Athletic Officer, Er- returning team on both the men’s “Finding a very capable goalie the same page in terms o tactics and thing right. His goal is to rebuild the nie Durocher and Manager of Ath- and women’s side,” said Westman. will be critical and at the same time style of play.” already-successful program. letics, Nathan McFadden helped to “We’ve got a couple new recruits maintaining our philosophy and “The first thing to do is estab- shed some light on what to expect coming in with good curling pedi- finding the players to defend well,” MEN’S VOLLEYBALL lish new roles, establish exactly for each sport’sNE upcomingWS season. grees and we’re really hoping to re- he said. “We were challenged in of- Losing star player Mathieu Poulin what we want to do and accomplish gain our national championship title.” fensive output … we need players doesn’t discourage coach, Patrick down the road,” he said. “It’s al- BADMINTON Westman said the biggest chal- who can finish resulting in goals.” Johnston. In fact, he’s optimistic ways been successful. Its reputation For the first time in several years, lenge for the curlers is balancing D’Hollander added that he is al- the nine returnees will become even will sell itself; leaving the level of the Falcons not only represented the schoolwork with athletics and other ways looking for new players. stronger in the coming season. play where it is.” College at OCAA championships, responsibilities. “I’m most looking forward to be- Pellow’s experience as former but also came home with a medal. “A lot of our players play on other WOMEN’S SOCCER ing able to build on what we started coach for Mohawk should give him “The previous year we did not teams as well,” he said. “There’s qui- After the heartbreak of getting last year,” he said in an email. “My a leg up on competition. [go to championships], so last year tea huge commitment from our play- knocked out at playoffs, James goal from day one was to create “I understand how to set up the not only did we have two different ers each week and weekends away.” Welsh is looking to rebuild his a sustainable program … We fell program to peak when we need to teams get there … we had one of Westman enjoys the passion each team. Ten girls will be returning short of our goal of winning OC- peak,” he said. “I understand the those people INTEon the men’s singleRA athleteCTIV has and said it keepsE him ex- this season, and Welsh is turning his AA’s and finished with a bronze regulars of the day-in and day-out side medal,” said McFadden. “That cited about the sport. focus to scoring goals. medal, but we are back and more of a student athlete and how diffi- was extremely positive for our pro- “We played really well as a motivated than ever.” cult it can be to balance an academ- gram to be back on the medal podi- BASEBALL team,” he said. “We need to im- Johnston is looking to build the ic life with academics.” um and we look forward to building As one of the two new varsity prove our scoring. Although we had team offensively. “I think I have a better under- on that going into this year.” sports introduced this year, head all the possession and controlled the “We were a very stingy defensive standing than a coach who hasn’t While the team is losing some coach Brian Harvey has big dreams play, we struggled to score goals team and frustrated our opponents,” had collegiate experience … I’m players, Durocher said new recruits for the (currently) barely-formed when it mattered. We definitely said Johnston. “This coming season just excited to be involved.” will add to the already-steady group. team, which is his first priority. need to improve on that.” we are going to take a bit more risk “We’ve got a nucleus of play- “The difficulty is trying to nar- ers coming back that will make us row down to get that 20 [guys] be- strong,” he said.LIFESTcauseYL there’sES a lot of good talent out there,” said Harvey. MEN’S BASKETBALL From there, he hopes to bring the Head coach Tony Marcotullio team to the top of the OCAA league was out of town during the inter- – consisting of only six teams. view process so Durocher covered. “That’s our first goal – to be in A large bout of turnover will the top four for sure,” he said. “My leave the Falcons looking for new expectation would be to end up in recruits for the coming season. the top two in that tournament be- Marcotullio will be looking for tall cause the top two would then go players, said Durocher. and play the top OUA teams.” “We need some big guys,” he Harvey would like to see his SPORTS&LEISURE said. “Getting some tall fellows to team supported. fit the roles of forwards and centres “We’d like to get a lot of fans out would be appropriate. You can’t to our games at Labatt Park.” ever have enough shooting guards.” While the team does well with FASTBALL defensive play, Durocher said the Londoner Catherine Arthur will offense could brush up a little. be taking the helm of Fanshawe’s “They were sporadic when it new fastball team. Her lengthy ca- came to scoring and grinding out reer playing in the London area LETTERS TO THE EDITOR wins,” he said. “I think Tony [Mar- helped her succeed a coaching po- cotullio] has always been on that sition. OPINION [email protected] premise that he starts from defense “I coach an 18-and-under level in and works his way from there.” London and wanted to have the op- portunity to take the next step,” Ar- WOMEN’S BASKETBALL thur said. “We’re looking for [peo- Head coach Bill Carrier will be ple] who really want to represent working with the same group of the falcons well and be dedicated, girls from last year, hoping to con- be hardworking.” tinue building up the young team. She said adding baseball and fast- “Our goal [last year] was to make ball to the Falcons’ lineup has been it to the provincial championships greatly supported and that she has and we made it there,” he said. “Last big hopes for this inaugural season. NEWS year we were very young … We “There’s a huge softball/baseball would like to win a couple games at community in London,” she said. the provincial championships.” “We want to compete and we want Carrier doesn’t foresee many to make it to provincials. There’s challenges, thanks to a large group seven teams in the league but only of returnees. He credits the team’s four will make it to provincials, so success to self-motivation. our goal is to get to provincials and Carrier only hopes that a few su- have a good showing.” perstars will come out for tryouts. “I’m looking forward to the sea- GOLF son and let’s get it on.” Head coach, Andy Shaw, is look- INTERACTIVE ing forward to working with sports CROSS COUNTRY psychologists to mentally prepare Coming off a hot streak, John this year’s golf team for three- and Loney and his third-time national four-day tournaments, something champs are hoping to bet at it again. the team has struggled with in the The team also won provincial cham- past. pionships for the fifth year in a row. “Most of the players that we re- “I did lose the top three guys, cruit – they’re not used to playing but have some really nice new highly-competitive golf, where it prospects coming in,” said Loney. takes three to four days of prepara- “We’ll be right back in the midst.” tion and tournament stress,” he said. LIFESTYLES Loney will be relying on his “That’s what we work on every more experienced runners to set a year. Mentally and physically being good example to incoming rooks. able to play four days in a row.” “We get a lot of turnover in college Shaw encourages female golfers sports. We can’t necessarily afford to of all levels to come out to tryouts. have a two- or three-year plan … I “People always think they’re not always look forward to that first prac- good enough, but we encourage all tice to see where everybody’s at.” females to come out.” SPORTS&LEISURE

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Premier League ponderings: A look into the new season ANDREW VIDLER Emre Can tinue his career. An exceptional set to regular first team footballLE andTT hisERS as TO “the THE next ED bigIT thingOR in football.” INTERROBANG Age: 20 of performances at the World Cup relationship with manager Robertofsulette rsHowever,@fansh onlyawe onec. caof those assump- And we’re back! A new Pre- Nationality: German displayed his mix of speed trickeryOPINION Martinez as factors in him making tions would be anywhere near cor- mier League Season is upon us and Signed for: Liverpool and shooting that will make him the switch. rect, it’s undeniable that all the hype damn, does it have a lot to do if it’s Signed from: Bayer Leverkusen an invaluable addition to Arsenal’s Bojan Krkić laid on his 17-year-old shoulders going to live up to the spectacle that (Germany) slim forward line. Age: 23 weighed him down, and despite not we witnessed last year. Transfer fee: £9.75 million Romelu Lukaku Nationality: Spanish quite making it in Italy, is still just 23 As always there have been mas- ($17.5 million CAD) Age: 21 Signed for: Stoke City years old and looking to kick-start sive changes all throughout the One of the most promising youth Nationality: Belgian Signed from: Barcelona (Spain) his career. Stoke City is certainly league since last year, Cardiff City, prospects in the German football Signed for: Everton Transfer fee: £4 million not the most glamourous destina- Norwich City and Fulham were rel- system, Liverpool manager Bren- Signed from: Chelsea (England) ($7.3 million CAD) tion in the league, but under Mark egated to the Championship to be dan Rodgers is looking to 20 year Transfer fee: £28 million Smashing his way into public Hughes, have been making steps to- replaced by Queens Park Rangers, old Emre Can to bring a brand of ($51 million CAD) consciousness with Barcelona so NEward sheddingWS their “thug football” Burnley and Leicester City at the ta- steel to the midfield that has been The only player on this list with many years ago, many would be reputation and signing a striker with ble of the 20 elite clubs in England. missing since the days of Javier previous experience playing in forgiven for believing that Bojan over 100 appearances for one of the Mascherano. Able to occupy any England, the club-record signing is pushing 30 and about to retire, world’s top clubs is a good way to MANAGERS position within the centre of mid- of Romelu Lukaku to Everton is a having never lived up to his status keep that momentum going. Surprisingly enough, considering field, Can is the perfect fit for the huge statement of intent from a club the record setting amount of man- dynamic, rotating midfield dia- that, in recent seasons, has been agerial sackings in the course of mond that saw Liverpool go on steadily improving and threatening last season, only three clubs made a 12-game winning streak at the to break the domination of the big major coaching changes over the tail end of last season. The steely, five, but coming up just short every course of the off-season. Pepe Mel hard tackling midfielder is an ideal time. The addition of Lukaku on a and Tim Sherwood were relieved of complement to the tireless running temporary basis last season helped their duties from West Bromwich INTERACTIVE of Jordan Henderson and the com- Everton reach a two month unde- Albion and Tottenham Hotspur, posed control of Joe Allen, and at feated streak and they unsurpris- respectively, and the latter position such a young age, could potentially ingly wanted the big Belgian back was filled by Southampton’s Mauri- grow to be a standard in The Reds’ on a permanent basis. Having spent cio Pochettino, whose vacant posi- midfield for many seasons to come. the majority of his Chelsea career tion was filled by former Feyenoord Diego Costa on the bench or on loan to another coach Ronald Koeman. Age: 25 side, the 22-year-old cited his need There is one other new manager Nationality: Spanish of note, as Louis van Gaal has taken Signed for: Chelsea up the reins at Manchester United, Signed from: Atletico Madrid a move that has been expected ever (Spain) since the fallen giants parted ways LIFESTYLES Transfer fee: £32 million with David Moyes in the midst ($58.2 million CAD) of their worst season in decades. You’ve really got to feel for Aged, experienced and borderline Atletico Madrid, every few years totalitarian, van Gaal will be com- they tend to have a top level strik- ing in off the back of the World Cup er leading their line, only for him with the expectation of bringing to be snatched away by a rich- the Red Devils back into title con- er club with a gap up top to fill. tention and put the memory of last Brazilian-born Spanish striker Di- season’s collapse behind them. ego Costa is the latest man to join PLAYERS the ranks of Torres and Falcao in The biggest transfer news of the shipping out of country in search summer by some margin was the of a bigger paycheck. The Costa to exit from the Premier League of last Chelsea rumours had been flying season’s top scorer Luis Suarez, as around for some time, so it was to the Liverpool forward completed a no one’s surprise when the Lon- £75 million ($136.5 million CAD) don club finally swooped for their switch to Barcelona, a huge blow man this past July. A fiery striker for his club. But perhaps more sig- who is just coming off a surprise nificantly, it is yet another recent title win in Spain, Costa bring not example of the league’s best player only pace and power, but also a leaving the country to ply their trade history of on field spats and poor for one of Spain’s big two teams. attitude, Chelsea new number 19 Despite the league losing its most may prove to be the league’s new- electrifying talent once again, Su- est villain. arez was the only true high profile Alexis Sanchez departure to abandon the league Age: 25 for foreign shores, as the majority Nationality: Chilean of the off-season’s business was Signed for: Arsenal done within the league itself. But Signed from: Barcelona (Spain) as with every year there have been Transfer fee: estimated £30 mil- a wide selection of new arrivals, lion ($54.6 million CAD) some world-class and some barely One of the most sought after known, but all have been brought signatures in football this season to compete in the world’s toughest by far, Chilean star Alexis Sanchez football league for a reason. has arrived in the Premier League Here are my predictions for the after multiple seasons’ worth of five most potentially impactful speculation. Seemingly a casualty signings of the transfer window so of Barcelona’s purchase of Luis far. Writer’s note: Last year I in- Suarez, Sanchez was considered to cluded Ricky van Wolfswinkel on be the prime target for Liverpool to this list, after scoring on his league replace their outgoing Uruguayan, debut he never scored again. I was but apparently decided on London so wrong and I’m sorry. and Arsenal as the place to con- 30 SPORTS&LEISURE Volume 47 Issue No. 2 August 26, 2014 www.fsu.ca/interrobang/

BMW a great LETTERS TO THE EDITOR bangOPINION for [email protected] your buck? NAUMAN FAROOQ mance, it is a familiar story when INTERROBANG it comes to its handling. While the It was very early on a Sunday morn- X5 handles well – especially when ing. The sun had just come up, and equipped with the M performance what sat in front of me was a famil- package – it will never encourage iar two-lane blackNE top, whichWS is quite you to take the twisty route home. smooth and has no interrupting drive- It has lots of grip, but the size and ways. weight of the vehicle (4,882 mm While I always adhere to the laws long and curb weight is 2,336 kg) of the road, this empty stretch pre- is far from ideal for a back road sented me with the ideal opportu- carver. The electronic power steer- nity to bury the throttle in, if only ing also lacks feel, which makes it for a few seconds. What followed tricky to place the vehicle on curvy was eye-opening acceleration, and roads, but I will say the X5 is bet- a growl from the motor that would ter at this than just about any other please any carINTE enthusiast. RASUVCTIV on the market. E The vehicle I was in was not It is also better than its com- some low-slung sports car; it was a petition in terms of fit and finish, big, heavy SUV, which thanks to its and the luxuries it presents. For motor, can certainly pick up speed instance, BMW offers an optional very well. The vehicle I was in was panoramic sunroof on the 2014 X5 the 2014 BMW X5 xDrive50i. and it is the largest such unit I have This model comes equipped with a ever come across. Couple that with 4.4 litre, V8 engine that features two its latest iDrive system and an info- twin-scroll turbo chargers. Net result tainment system that gives you live is 445 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. weather updates based on your geo- Power is fed LIto all-wheelsFEST via an graphicalYL locationES on its dashboard eight-speed automatic gearbox. mounted screen and you can’t help According to BMW, the X5 but feel very satisfied with the vehi- xDrive50i model can accelerate cle you’re driving. from zero to 100 km/h in just 5.3 Driving the 2014 X5 is not seconds, and if you buy one with cheap. First of all, the asking price the M sport package – like my tester is a bit steep – base version of the was – it has a top speed electroni- xDrive50i model starts at $76,590. cally limited at 250 km/h. Want the M Sport package? That’ll I got nowhere close to that in my add $4,000. My tester was so high- run, nor was I planning to test that ly equipped, its price tag was well claim on a public road. However, north of $90,000. Filling one up is SPORTS&LEISURE I did experience some of the per- not cheap either, since it only wants formance potential of this vehicle, to drink premium fuel, and even and trust me, this is one of the few with careful driving, I averaged just SUVs that a true car lover would be 13.0 litres/100km. happy to drive every day. Those looking to save some mon- While it has speed, its body compo- ey can opt for the xDrive35i and sure was not the greatest. Nothing to xDrive35d models, which carry a be alarmed about, at no point did the base price of $62,990 and $64,490 vehicle feel unsafe – it just remind- respectively. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ed me that I was in a five passenger I haven’t driven the diesel version [email protected] SUV that has the kind of cargo space yet, but have driven the xDrive35i OPINION to carry a months worth of groceries. model, which I found to be just as en- So while it can do silly speeds, I say, tertaining to drive (albeit with a little School of BuS ineSS just enjoy its luxuries and practicality, less power), drank less fuel, and had and use its power for quick and safe all the same luxuries. If I was to buy, overtaking maneuvers. this would be the SUV for me. Similar to its straight line perfor- Study LocaLLy and compLete your degree! University of Ottawa NEWS Quidditch players Have a Business Administration Diploma from Fanshawe College? competed for Team Canada Get your BComm Degree in 12 months SABRINA NEMIS crum that team cohesiveness was an or a BBA Degree in 16 months from Nipissing! THE FULCRUM important part of their success. 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