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"(The demonstration) is all abcmttli^^ me : their displeasure and concern that tuii Pnoni BY David Smith University of Western Ontario medical students marched on Queen's Park on Feb.2, to protest rising tuition fees. They said doctors will only come from society's elite if education costs aren't lowered soon. Panel seats lay silent By Joe Moriana hadn't had student representation for a Hook said he could not estimate the SAC Reporter See Students number of years. number of student members absent from representation is falling SAC rep Melinda Novak said other committees. The problem, he said, is the Student 'Dewastated' short on some Humber advisory students in her program were eager to laborious task of ha\'ing to decipher committees despite official commit- have her present at meetings for the whether names on the committee lists are tee guidelines stating there be student Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism prt)- up to date. Humber student members. gram meetings. "1 would never argue with them that Advisory committees are assembled "Students want to be represented at industry is a big influence. But at the for each program at Humber They are this meehng," she said. same time you can't put all your ftKus on shot to death responsible for ensuring curriculums are Based on the representatives' findings, one and ignore the other. You have to By Ross Thomas up-to-date and to maintain a close link Boyer concluded students were not con- have both. Students are stakeht)lders and it Cetera ^Idft between the college and the labour force. sidered an integral part of the committees. they're not there," Boyer said. SAC President Tracy Boyer said she Blair Carter, chair of Health Sciences, woman found shiU to death in feels students' voices need to be heard on said the members of two committees her apartment was a Humber these committees. over which he presides actively seek stu- A student. ± think this sort of However, she fears many students dents. Janet Anieta Resnolds died Jan, 27 cif probably don't know about them or the stuff should be made "1 can't speak for other committees, a gunshot wiuind to the tace. Her bod\' role they can play on them. public. What are the but on ours there are not only current was found in the basement apartment of said. a Scarborough home "The committees are happening and committees doing? students but graduates," he that in itself is great," she said. The operational manual does not Reynolds, 21, graduated from Health "I would always push towards hav- Wouldn't it be nice to define how the prcxress should be execut- Sciences in \^'^7. and was in her second of s Nursing program ing more student representation and 1 hear what changes are ed so the selection process varies with \ear Humber was a \'erv good student, and think that in the past we haven't And I made?" each program. "She think this sort of stuff should be made Hook identified part of the problem the facult\, staff and students are de\ as- SAC Prcsidenl Tracy Boyer public. What are the committees doing? being the college has ne\er appointed tated about (her death)," Valerie Wouldn't it be nice to hear what changes any one persiin in particular responsible I lew son, assistant to the president, said are made?" "1 think there are only alumni sitting for students. A nu'iiional >-er\ ice will be held at the Boyer said students would feel more on committees, and if there are students He admitted representatives oi the college in the last week of TebruarN mvolved m shaping their education if they are few in numbers" president's office and program co-ordi- See News « they took an active role in the meetings. Htxik said the primary purpose of nators play a big role. Boyer said she has brought the matter advisory committees is to establish giH>d "I certainU ha\'e accountibilities i]srsir>E to the attention of Richard Htx^k, vice- ties with industry when It's gone wrong," he said. president of academic, and added she "The desire to include students is cer- Hook said he would raise the issue I liimlvr't would be willing to work with adminis- tainly there but it tends to be the gradu- with scho 1 1 l>^l ,1 1 [ In an effort to get some answers, he said. "Because they're in the college tive committee members a bit of advice \\"hill's If! ilore Kiiiis^ III hnok Boyer sent out a team of SAC representa- for one year, it's something I think that is "If there are advisory committees that lor )0u this utekJ renew tives to investigate. slipping thmugh the cracks quite often. students don't believe there's a student However, SAC reps said program co- Those aren't excuses, they're just expla- representative on they should speak with Politiiiill) lOrrect. IW \ our reluiblt ordinators told them some committees nations." their program co-ordinator about that." advisory committeei I source tor humour ?etceter a e [email protected] ••••••••••••••• News etc. Drivers risk vehicles Plug into online learning Anyone caught driving with By Michel le Lowe a suspended Mcense will have that has iH't been sent to the ".Also I lant tell the i.Jui-alh'u Rfportt'r their vehicle taken away The Hoard ol Ciu\erniirs \v[, outlined teai her right there and li- catch is, it doesn't matter if the SI hool's intendeil guals inr then that I hav e pi' it's I voLirs t)r nt)t If vour Humbor has iiitro(.lui.cd this program I ligh i|LKilit\ lie\i- leiiis. It's not like las., licence was suspended eiiursfs online v\ here l)ilit\, con\ eiiieiu e, >ind '\\t^\ time, \.\ hert' V ou t an ^et because of a Criminal Code people I an learn at their .iin place" learning help right awav," she offence and police catch yciu ov\n pace I iiiok s.iul the SI hool's admin- driving, you'll lose car your And, in the iu\ir lutuie, stu- istr.ition has also been Joiii)^ ( >n the pi 'silice for 45 days., starting Feb. Ih dents may be able to complete researth on pilot courses \ i.i the sule, stui.lenls saul The program does not apply entire programs through the Internet. Responses to these tliev en|ov the freedom to those whose licences are Internet coursi's lia\e niainK lu't'ii posi- to get mlorniation suspended for non-criminal "1 lumber's administration is tive, although lertain problems \v hen and w here lhe\ reasons, such as unpaid fines, concentrating on developing still have to be aildresseJ w ant or demerit points. stand alone courses, de\eloping "There are ti-chiiKal glitches "1 reallv liki' it The minimum fine for getting more programs so that students and that's what we are tr\ing to because v ou go at vour caught driving without a can keep coming back to take improve," I look sjiJ own pace, "saul licence for one of those courses to complete a program or It took students some lime to .MarK)n Blace, who offences was increased from certificate," said Louise Uba, hook themselves up and learn takes the imlme $500 to $1000, Learn in the comfort of your own home, manager of the Open Learning how to navigate through course Business Writing Centre. material. course. (k't vour diploma online. Uver cure en tbe herizen Uba, part of the development "1 think you need a working "You get a lot of feedback from a seat in the college's new v irtual team for the online learning, said knowledge on how to work the Instructors and the teacher has classroom and this has I look con- Scientists injected a human some online courses cost up to Internet. It took me 10 hours to made it interesting and fun." cerned. into of rats gene the muscles twice as much as on-campus learn how to work it, or at least it Maureen Wall, president of the "At this point relativelv few to wipie out liver cirrhosis. courses because there are half as felt like it," said Caroline Keyes, Faculty Union Local, said instruc- [students are being recruited] and The gene created extra pro- many students. The more teacher who is enrolled in a basic letter tors are getting excited about that IS one ol the concerns we tein to regenerate the liver interaction there is, the more writing course. teaching online, but underesti- have internallv, and we are sav ing and reduce cell death. money it costs But Richard Joan Knight-Cirant, who Is tak- mate the time it takes to dev elop a It we are going to do this, let s vice-president course online attract students," I look Researchers reported that Hook, of academ- ing the Practical Nursing course more ics, said anything dealing with online, finds there are some disad- "Teachers who have experi- said. this cured cirrhosis in the new technology will cost a lot. V anlages to high-tech courses ence with online courses sav it For more information on animals. A liver expert said "1 Three years ago, Humber would rather have a teacher takes longer to develop curricu- courses available online v isil the the treatment might eventu- administration started laying the teach me, I miss the interaction lum deliverv, e\ aluative tools take I lumber COllege Distance ally be able to prevent cirrho- groundwork for its Distance with the teacher I don't have anv- longer and the teachers are on call Learning VN'ebsite at: sis in people. Learning Service, said Hook. one to push me to do the work," all the time," Wall said. www distance learning, huniberc. on ca A document, prepared Jan. 12, she said. So far few stuiients have taken ir^Tij ^ii's the bomb, baby Loya/ist College finds A continuing edutation ^luilent had wi.if'ped up the beer to look like ,i toinpulei using a ^ IK uil i^viid and old computer p.irts. polue said in a press releasi' suspicious packag_e in last week ^ gilt, so he lelt the package in Ihe lab to he tlisp.ised ol bv lanitorial statt in the morning hen the snow tame, .Mavor Mel callei.1 in .Although the person responsible lor the beer the armv When the beer came. 1 ovalist bomb' never intended the package to be mistaken w;C ollege cilk'ti in the bomb squad lor .in explosive dev ue lov.ili^t C (>llei;e oIIki.iIs CJumte V\'est police were lirst on the scene at the said he will be disciplined .uiordinglv Bellev ille college alter a te.u her discovered a suspi- kiis \eih.igt'. ,i liist ve.ir l.enei.il AiN and cious looking package in a lomputer lab List ^iience student at I ov ali-~l, w asnt at the i ollege ihe VN'ednesdav d.iv ol the bomb si are. Inil said he thought the w hole Alter evatuating the first and second floors ot the iiuident vvas somewhat lunnv Computer Centre, the police called m Ihe regional "Win would vou give vour teacher beer' he OPI' explosiv e unit to turther inv estigale the packagiv w ondered "Obv iouslv our immediate concern was the .safe- \erhage also questioned thi' actuins t.iken b\ ty of our students and staff," said .Acting President police Maureen Pierc\. "We verv much appreciated the "Whv dKln I Ihev get evervmie out (>l Ihe build- prompt and professional advice ani.1 resolution ol ing it Ihev thought it was a real bomb^ the situation bv Quinte West police, with assistance Carv levnes, Ancillarv Serv ices and Publk s.itelv from the C)PP" director, said he thought the procedures lollowed .il As the canine unit sniffed nothing out of the ordi- I ovalist were appropriate narv, eight (ifficers X-raved the package "It anvone comes across a suspuious pai k.ige What they saw was nothing to blow up over Ihev should notitv seciiritv anditwillbeinveslig.it PtKm.B^ i-:liz«bftii RoBFRTx ^^,,^ _ ^vo SIX packs to be exact - were the cause ed, " he said Take me to your litres: Loyalist called the to get bomb squad of all the commotion. rid of a case of beer. • El Cetera • ll HHI MO 1- 111 l'"'" ^^'^^"*' Break away in March speak out in Caiuun, oi \isiting historic against Mayan ruins "1 he rums aie alwav s spei tacu fee hikes lar' SAI mV I'RICALTIONS lO Kill' l\ MINI) WHE\ THAN tLLlNG Frtm INesMrn'' naga 1 .'\1 1 obo, the louiism Management Program co- of Western Ontario has ordinator at I lun\ber College, said mcreased 1107o, from $5,000 to having medical insurance is one of $11,000 per year. An additional the most important investments increase of 20% is expected for an)one can make tor their |ourney. September 1999. "Anyone going away without The medical students have medical insurance needs to have the support of student lobby the boys in white come and take groups throughout the them away," Lobe said province. Medical insurance costs $20 for We're the same people, we're seven days for those under 24, and all students," said Joel Harden, can be purchased through your Ontario Chairperson of the travel agent. Canadian Federation of BV JU ANITA LOSCH already, they may be too late," she deal to Acapulco is about $ll,tK)0 Regardless of how far or near Students. said Barrett said the Awipulco package you are venturing, Lobo said you "Education should be based Tlu' s.ig^ing C .inadian doiku Chapman .said l-'lorida is still a IS almost sold out will be saving yourself a lot of on your brains and your ability hcisn't hindered students really popular place for students, The low dollar is not a major money and headaches by purchas- to apply yourself and work Ironi ht'iidm^ south this despite the low Canadian dollar concern lor students, Barrett said. ing insurance. hard. If the country is interested VLirch Break to shake oft their i-lorida is fighting to keep its They usually ha\e their hot-spot Carrying valuable belongings in having the best doctors, let's winter blahs rates competiti\e Chapman said. selected before they book a flight such as money and ID in a fanny make sure everybody gets to go Toronto area travel agents said They are offering Canadians a Meanwhile, Avery Strok, a trav- pouch inside your shirt is also a to medical school." the amount of students planning bigger bang for their buck with el consultant from Travel Cuts on smart idea, Lobo said Andrew Boggs, executive to travel this year during March special discount rates at designat- Queen St., said Morida is a good He said purchasing traveller's director of the Ontario Break is the same as in 1998. ed restaurants if they flash their idea for students if they're plan- cheques instead of carrying cash is Undergraduate Student Agents agreed the sluggish identification. ning on catching up on some "R a guaranteed way of getting stolen Alliance said the debt students Canadian dollar has had no effect Nicole Barrett, of Travel Cuts at and R" with their grandparents. or lost money back. and their families are facing in on students' choices of destination. York University, said rates to But it's not the spot for serious He advised people to play it the wake of rising tuition is a Martha Chapman, Manager of Daytona, Florida are "cheap, adventure, she added safe. Lobo said not staying outside serious problem. Corporate Communications of cheap, cheap." "A lot of students are more in the sun for longer than normal "You have to bear in mind Signature Vacations, said March A bus ride to Daytona costs open minded on holidays," Strok and not drinking more than your that to enter medical school, you Break is a peak travel time for $300, which includes accommoda- said. average share of margaritas are must already have a degree. many Canadian snowbirds, and at tion for a seven-day stay. A flight "They don't want to be sitting good ideas. This means that a student may this stage the pickings are slim for to Daytona is in the mid $200 price on the beach. They want adven- Tlie book on the dos and don'ts already have a $24,000 debt those intent on going to tropical range. ture." for travelling is available from the before getting to medicine," destinations. If you would prefer to voyage a Strok described serious adven- Department of Foreign Affairs. It is said Boggs. "If they haven't geared up bit farther, an all-inclusive package ture as trampling through a jungle a free and useful guide. Prez packing soon SAC ski trip By Euyta ZDANcrwicz Nf'ii'> Reporter Trac\' Bo\'er is pumped and is no go excited about her final a months as llumber S.AC North president. By Rishma GovANi to Collingwood. Temple took care Reporter She has |ust faced fi\e immths News of advertising costs. filled with changes Janssen is optimistic about the With elections coming up, she Money, not student apa- trip and remains confident that cautions those thinking of run- thy, apparently caused there will be enough interest to ning tor president that the posi- the postponement of bring at least one busload to Blue tion demands a lot ot work and last week's SAC's Blue Mountain Mountain. PHim) BV EDVTA ZDANCEWirZ requires a lot of dedication and Ski Trip. "I think it really comes down Tracyfthird from left), said she and her .staff have had a successful time Originally scheduled for Jan. to a cash issue for students. It year. Her work this year will benefit the students next year. The salary is extremely attrac- 29, the trip was postponed until costs $55 for someone without tive Boyer earns $27,040 a year, ates this summer) students will She has kept busy attending Feb 5 because not enough stu- skis and that's a lot," Janssen but she said the pay shouldn't be experience the difference next all orientations, running different dents signed up said. the deciding factor in whether a year events and conducting forums Lise Janssen, SAC's The event has been successful person runs or not One of the reasons Boyer such as the SAC Hotseat. Other Leadership and Programs co- in past but SAC hasn't offered Boyer has worked hard to give decided to run for president was things that keep her busy include ordinator, said there was a lot it for the last two years SAC an organizational m.ikeo\'er because she saw a lot of the stu- her in\ol\ement with the Ontario interest and enthusiasm or\ the this \ear, vshkh will help better dents weren't happ\ Communit\ College Student part of students when advertise- VWH otWMRT ^WI^v I ser\ (' the "-tudrnts 1 hesc t hanges "Ihere v\as lots of apathy at Parliamentar\ Association (OCC- ments for the e\'ent were being Police have charged a 23-year the are being made h\ the Berkles I lumber and 1 wanted to change SPA) She attends these meetmgs posted around campus last old man in connection with Cimsulting group that," said Boyer on the weekends which takes a month. slaying. "Students need change and we This is something she concen- toll on her personal life But Boyer However, only 20 students Faculty members from the haven't gone about that change trated on these past few months said it's worth it, especially the bought tickets for the trip, which Nursing program did not want effectuely We need to run effi- and will continue to work on until benefits it brings to SAC and IS being sponsored by Temple to comment on die tragedy until ciently and effectively to make the end of her term Mumber students One of these Tours SAC needed at least 40 final arrangementa for the ourselves a high-performance "1 definitely feel I've made an benefits is a new OSAP brochure participants to proceed with the memorial service had been " organization impact, 1 think SAC is more out she has put together trip made. Although the changes wi>n't be there, people are starting to gel to She said being president has SAC would have lost money Steven Morrison is chacged seen b\ Boyer herself (she gradu- know SAC," said Boyer been a great experience by only taking half a busload up with second-degree murder. •Et Cetera* hmm \n^ l-IO, I'HCl Schools beat new paths m^!QmMSM0MS5SiiMSMtMMiMMSSSMi^!iSiMiSSIQ^^ By Andrew Mc Kay cieregLilation to raise the tees fur Bewiust' llial'-^ the [ieri.e(ituin \ ou Cetera Lt Staff those programs to $H,hO() by 21)04 gl\ e 1 Humber College president I liglvtei.li i-^n't the onl\ area ot 1 Canddian cullegcs are at a Robert Ciordon umierstands uliy specialization tor colleges (.)lds crossroads. With rising Sheridan would lean towards the Agricultural College in Alberta, I A CiosEB Look 1 university tuition toes, and fee-for-service concept, but with a student body of 1,400, I a population that, according to Ciordon said Humber won't take a signed an agreement last ^Parts I & t of a series the 1996 census, is nn)re apt to similar route Tebruary with the Canadian i pursue a post-secondary educa- "We are concerned about the Imperial Bank of Commerce i examining how Humber I tion, colleges are looking at, filling social justice aspect," Gordon CIBC donated $158,000 to the i i in the gaps What nobody seems said. small school, the money is being I stacks MP against to know, though, is how to go "We want the best students, used to create a CIBC i about the job. not necessarily the wealthiest" Agribusiness Centre Students at 1 Canada*s otiier Two schools of thought seem Gordon also stressed that the college learn to become I I dominant when discussing the Sheridan, unlike Humber, has rel- lenders, entrepreneurs and rural I colleges I future of the college system. On atively few high-profile programs small-business managers. While I ^^ one hand, Humber College and with which to attract potential the school has received other I 1 others see their role as suppliers students. donations in the past, the CIBC 1 of affordable, intensive education gift was the first earmarked tor I that will allow graduates to enter program delivery and program I i the workforce quickly 1 feel good about dev ek'pment. @m5!S!SISMBMSmiSMSM!SMSMSMMSIiMMSMSISMSmiSMSMB!B!Sm!SMSMSMS!SlS At other schools, the future is "It's a win-vvin situation tor the kind of prepared- " much like the university system's both us and CIBC, (Mds presi- challenge and develop world- cent at C'ntario schools I lin\e\ er, past: students who are willing to ness we provide our dent Robert Turner said class partnerships m their own the school's rate Mts at SV?00 per make a sizeable investment in students." "We look at how we can help areas of excellence" year, a lee that w ould co\ er annu- their future will reap the rewards industry, so we said to them, 1 low But where will that leave other al tuition at most t Ontario univer- -Brian Croiise, Nova Scotia of the program. can we assist your business'" schoi>ls, which can't attord to lose sities Witness Sheridan College Last Agricultural College "They're delighted with the other less popular programs' I'or man\ maritimers NSAC is year, the school announced a $35 project, and we expect to get more No\'a Scotia Agricultural the only way to get the training to million expansion to its "Sheridan's well known for its money from them." College (NSAC) is getting hit pursue a career in farming or Computer-animation and Digital Animation program, so they can Ontario Education Minister from all sides of the debate. Dean related fields. To specialize in one Media programs. While the afford to get students that way," Da\'e Johnson said the future of Rob Stevens said the school has or two specific fields would lea\e expansion was financed by a $12 Gordon said. college training lies in specializa- seen enrolment tall for two a large number of the college's S77 million government loan and $30 "But where we're concerned is, tion. At the press conference to straight years, because of rising full-time students m the lurch million in investments from com- if you (hike the cost of) certain announce Shendan's priigram last tuition rates. Consider that tviition Instead, the school has steppei.1 puter industry companies, programs, does that mean other April, he urged "other colleges rose only 4.5 per cent this year, up efforts to attract potential Sheridan plans to use tuition fee programs aren't as good? and universities to take up this compared to hikes of about 10 per empkners to the campus Brian Crouse, NSAC's assistant dean of career services and It's hard to get over the awards, said the school wnuld Humber hump rather tocus on making sure By Mike Gentile NS.AC students have a head start Et Cetera Staff they attempt to relate courses on the worki ol work closer to the needs of employers "1 teel good abiHit the kind ol Given a high success rate for job place- As a result 40 programs have preparedni'ss i\c pnn idc our stu- ment and its reputation for being the been dumped bv Humber in the dents," (^ roLisc said most career- driven institution, past 10 years. Currently there are "In the long term thougti Humber is sought out by more applicants than 18 new programs that are we'd like to incorporate niori' any other college in Ontario. planned to be offered at Humber international and I'xperiL'ntial A survey conducted in 1996 asked 88,593 within the ne.xt two vears. Hook learning into our gr.uluation students from 23 different colleges to rate their ^-W; said. reLjuiroments The marketpkue is programs, instructors, and overall school Programs will reflect current the world these da\s, ^nd stu- " atmosphere. Humber had 7,392 responses to needs in the work force such as dents need thcise skills the survey representing nearly half of fall reg- Regulatory Affairs, Clinical To that end, NSAC has been istrants. Of those respondents, 91 per cent Research Associate, and the ER forging partnerships in llie rated their instructor as excellent, and 82 per Telecommunications Program. unlikeliest ot pl.ices l-.n L'xanipie, cent said that they it Is would recommend to a Getting into Humber takes a lot of hard work and Despite hospital cut backs the ER NS.AC working with Cuba's friend. program represents a field in L'ni\ersit\' ot C ii'nliiegos to dedication. It also takes the right attitude. "The majority of those that come to health care that is actually grow- streamline Cuba s t.irniing prac- Humber (come here) strictly by word of The report revealed that Humber led all ing, said Hook. tices .As well, next week NS.AC mouth," said Richard Hook, vice president of colleges in students working toward a certifi- "It's meant for those who have the account- will be hosting a group ol British academics. More than 36,000 a"pplicants try to cate by 45 per cent. Humber was followed by ability to get a fit between needs for health empkners, who ,ire lovkiiig to get into Humber every year, but the college Candore, and Algonquin at 43 per cent. They care and those we provide," I look added hire \ etennar\- leihiiKi.ins honi isn't nearly big enough to accommodate all of also had the fifth largest percentage of those In the business department there will be the school them. Currently there are at least six appli- working toward a diploma with 17 more focus on computers along with a In the iMul .ill C aiLuluin v al- cants for every seat, and Hook said that it's According to the '96 provincial survey, on Bachelor of Business .Administration degree It leges arc SI'. in lung tor ,i nu he .mj frustrating to turn away more than half of campus students were also pleased about the will be a three year program at the North cam- a \sa\ lo III! It those who apply. cafeteria and cleanliness of the school, but pus, with a final \car at the Lakeshore campus llumhci s rresideiil lM>rdon "How do we serve more students when we more than half do not feel the prices at the in conjunction with the Open L'niversity - agreed with iMds lurnci ,ind can't grow^ We don't have tlie resources to book store are fair. What's interesting to note is British Columbia. NS.AC s (. rouse .mi the most grow We don't have the money," he said. that Humber 's cost of parking is 21 per cent "We chose them as our degree partner import, lilt ,ispe, t tli.il will drive Hook said students who come to college higher than the average for large colleges, but because they were established by the B C. leg- each college s tiiture after university are happy as ever. only 19 per cent said the cost was to high, islature to provide flexible and practical "!'v erv one w aiiK [o he the "Some of the most satisfied students are Although Humber can't grow anymore, degree completion," said Hook "Education best, " C'lordon s.iid those that have gone to university," he said. they still have a plan to introduce new pro- will never be perfect but we expect it to get "Whether we ,ire or not isn t These students, according to Hook, can appre- grams. Hook said. better each year" for me to say - it's lor emplovers ciate Humber more because they've seen the Programs like Explosives Technology no and graduates to s.iv competition, «md they compare it to Humber. longer seemed to fit the colleges criteria tis •Et Cetera* KmRi \Hi I - 10. I'i"i"i 1 Students are missing at the table [JS VERYONE HERE?) 1're^.idonl E SAC Tracy Buyer rect-ntly assembled a administrators. special team to mvestigate why students are under- Student representation has been absent from represented on program advisory committees, these committees in the past years This is ( ontusi'd^ Then you are not alone Despite writ- unacceptable. ten guidelines in the Advisory Committee's tipera- In a story published by Ft Cetera (see front page), tions manual stating that these committees must Richard Hook, vice-president of academics, said the ha\e students on them, this is not primary purpose of program now the case ^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^ advisory committees is to Though .students can share establish good ties with indus- part ot the hiame, the greater tault try. We feel a student presence lies with the administration. Students have been will assure that recommenda- Why aren't they taking steps to tions are passed on to other get students on to these commit- absent from program students and acted upon. tees instead of waiting for SAC to We echo Hook's comments advisory raise a fuss? After all, student rep- committees. that concerned students take resentation is required, according up the issue with their pro- to the operatit)n manual. Why? gram co-ordinators. However, Advisory committees are this does not absolve the assembled ft)r each program at administration from attacking llumber to ensure curriculums are consistently the problem head-on. It is the responsibility of updated ctnd relationships between the college and administrators to administer every aspect of this the labour force is maintained. school, and that includes informing students of their SAC can be blamed for not informing students responsibilities. about the committees, but this is difficult because The problem has to be fixed. Get students on the SAC is not being properly updated by the advisory committees, and do it now, by the book. Get a dictionary and get a grip - Change it's a good thing, right^ It's necessary, it Here is a perfect example of what annoys people Sorry I yelled, Mom raises standards, it opens doors and it brings people about political correctness The incident never together No, that's not quite right, it can raise stan- should have escalated to the level it did, Howard By Silvana Aceto kitchen a bit, and made her way d.irds, It iiiii open doors and it can bring people didn't mean to offend anyone, he was just showing to bed. There was nothing left for off his vocabulary. Who was showing ignorance was just past 10 o'clock on a us to say. Or was there? But, when change goes too far, it just creates a here? ItTuesday night. I remember it 1 continued to stare at the TV mess of everything. By the end, we don't even Let's assume the goal of political correctness is well, like it happened yester- and tried desperately to convince remember why we made the changes in the first not to annoy mankind - that is, humankind - but to day. I was stretched out on my myself what I did was right. I place. educate. Let's also assume most people don't want couch watching Seinfeld reruns, had a bad day. Losing my temper Take political correctness. When people started to to be offensive or offended by others. Okay, so now thinking it would be just an ordi- and yelling was okay, right? become more careful about what they said and did everyone is being sensitive, compassionate and nary night Wasn't I entitled to it? in front of people or groups who could be easily understanding, and the whole world is happy. Jerry and George were bark- We've all said things we offended, it was a change in the right direction. But A woman can be a partner at a law firm without ing in the background, dis- regretted. Things we wished we now we've gone so far that political correctness has being told she should be at home, barefoot and preg- cussing their meaningless lives at could take back, but couldn't. We become the butt of many jokes. nant. A man can cry on his wife's - that is, significant a coffee shop, when my mother all remember those mistakes, but Last month, it happened again. One of the other's - shoulder during a movie. walked in. what do we do about ttiem? Washington mayor's top aides was forced to resign Yeah, right. She nearly had a fit because Days passed. My mother and I after he inadvertently offended one of his col- The lawyer still gets slapped on the butt and the my feet were up on the coffee never mentioned it again. Just leagues. David Howard was discussing budget man is still called a wuss. Has political correctness table and my dirty dishes were like the other fights between us - issues with two men - one white, the other black pushed us forward, or is it holding us back? everywhere. which were never settled or spo- when he said: "\ will have to be niggardly with this Should we have to apologize before we speak, for That did it. Something pushed ken about, this one was left fund because it's not going to be a lot of money." what we may or may not say or mean? No, Instead, me over the alone. Both men were surprised by the word, but we all take a pill, relax, and realize the majority of edge. POINT OF IflElAf Perhaps Howard quickly apologized, explained the word's people are not purposely out to get us. 1 looked we hoped meaning was "miserly," and that it had nothing to David Howard is the latest victim. And now he's up and shouted: "Shut up, just not talking about it would mean do with the racial slur it sounded like. out of a job. Worrying about what words sound like shut up and leave me alone!" I it never happened. But who am I The white aide accepted the apology, but the is going too far Anyone offended by what he said shook for a moment, full of anger fooling? The outburst is etched in bLi(. k aide stormed out of the room. should get a dictionary. and rage and disbelief. The my mind, a permanent memory. words had rolled off my tongue; 1 was fed up. As a kid, I was Number Et Cetera I didn't have a chance to stop always compared to my brother myself. The damage was done. and sisters. I felt I was never EDITOR-IN-CHIEF MANAGING EDITOR I stared blankly, straight good enough for her, that I never ANDRfcw McKay Ryan Simpkr EDITORIAL ADVISORS TECHNICAL ADVISOR ahead, at nothing. I couldn't measured up. 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Nfii Bfckfr, Erika Forp Shaun Hatton phone number on them She soon got up, s. •Et Cetera* Kkuri AH\ no. llfKl ' Campus Wire McGiii miinlrijl .,ii Ding dong, the groundhog's dead l!t'U'ii.lnlJ!i/u' ij, A report issued by the Committee of Student l lit to his lluTe's .1 crisis a dead albino grtiundhog in a iisli)ni-niade Ills lack mobility (due no longer Discipline says pLigiurism and thr im the liruct' casket, with pennies over his e\es and his being ali\'e and .ill) means we can't use cheating arc the must commonlv I'eninsula paws crossed same -•lhhli>u'/>n< '•hadoic routine they're so punished offences on campus. C'li Ciruundhog Nobody knows lor sure it there was a proud ot in Wiarton Accordinf^ to the report, 52 stu- Day, Wiarton Willie shadow So vs e Lame up with a better plan We will dents were charged witli pbgu- was supposed to Now, a call has gone out, via the Wiarton put Bumper Burger Bob on varuius highways rism last year - 9 of tlieni got off come (.)ut of his hole, Willie website (wiarton-willie org), to find and side roads throughout the province If he and 24 were given failures for the predict the weather, Willie Jr Yes, the original Slick Willie appar- makes the acquaintance ot a speeding semi exam, essay or course. Other and go back to sleep ently woke up for long enough to procreate, and flies to the left side of the road, it will forms of punishment included Alas, wee WiHie and conveniently keep the profitable Wiarton snow until |ul\' (except in Sudbury, where it admonishment, ref>dmands and had gone to his eter- festual alive while poor Willie "sleeps with snows until August anyway) probation. nal rest two days before, leaving behind a the worms." Now, the town wants an adoring If, however, a puttering Pinto propels him loeen's legacy, an uncertain precipitation prognostica- public to wait for Willie Jr to resurface to the right side of the road, spring starts on fwwa'.iuurniil. ijueensu. cu) tion, and some very scared children Well, we at the E-t Cetera dt)n't have that Iriday at 2:45 p m., at the corner of Bathurst Svend Robinson, NDP member It seems Willie passed away on Jan 31, and kind of time Though we've been heartbroken and Bloor (because there's a really good ice of parliament, visited the cam- his handlers were left stumped. It would be over Willie's death for almost an hour now, we cream shop there). pus this week. In a speech, he cynical to suggest WillieWorld kept his death need some closure for this sad event. So, as you cruise down the various roads of spoke about his concerns that a quiet so the town wouldn't lose money on the Thus, we pooled our resources, and bought (yours to discover) Ontario, keep an eye out "pohce state" is emerging under many festivities they had planned. Humber our very own weather wizard. for Bumper Burger Bob Maybe you could Prime Minister Jean Chreticii's After all, a large number of people had We call him Bumper Burger Bob. even give him a wink, a tip of the hat, and a rule. He was speaking in refer- gathered in Wiarton to hear whether there We didn't have very much money, so we nudge with your fender ence to the clash between the would be more winter weather. could only afford a dead raccoon. Of course, After all, he's doing Willie's work. RCMP and student protesters at Snow shovel salesmen and sun tan lotion the fact that Bob is dead to begin with, will the APEC summit in Nov. 1997. shillers alike waited breathlessly to hear what save us the heartbreak of having him die at a Aiuln-u< McKiii/'i hiiiii:itt'r, Siia^n/, committed Mother Nature held in store. Instead, they got really inopportune time. suicide 'u4icn Andrnv was 10 i/('i?rs old Ytrk (u'Wu:exuil.on.,-a} Effective this May, commuters will be paying 20 per cent more History a thing of the past to park on Ciunpus. An unre- served space will soon cost $30%, Toronto is going to hell because it hates up from $252 last year. its own history. I don't mean the histo- ry found in a book or museum. I mean the conrete history found in its streets and buildings. Weird Newz This week we witnessed the demolition of Exhibition Stadium At the intersection of GIMME A HAND David Scott can his liands Dundas and Yonge Sts., a wrecking ball stands cbp again after being the recipient of poised to level a colourful strip of shops key to the first hand transplant in tlie the area's character. And on Feb 13, the Leafs' move to the ultra-modern Air Canada Centre United States, the New York could spell the end of Maple Leaf Gardens. Times reports. TTie operation was performed by siugeons in Let's face it, historic site or not, without the Buds, MLG's days are numbered. Louisville, Ky. It was only the third time the operation had e\cr I think Toronto has a vanity problem. Its constant remaking of itself been f)erformed any'wherc in the seems to be fueled out of self-hatred. What a narcissistic city. Hogtown world. Ethical controversies sur- is like the evil witch in Snow White, constantly standing in front of the Photu h> (irk; Di Ckls* [. round the surgery because it is mirror (made in the USA) and asking who is the fairest of them all. The "mistake by the lake" was rectified last week when it was not considered "essential to life" Is our city, too, prepared to destroy anything that stands in the way blown to bits. Part of our history went along with it. and anti-rejection dri^, wbich of its external beauty? The problem is that Toronto is ashamed of its old have to be taken for the rest of age The city's hatred of its past is causing a war against its own mor- recipients' lives, to tality the can lead infection, and possibK other ill- How else can you explain the existence of the CN Tower, the world's It Is ll«fritten nesses. But doctors say if the tallest free-standing structure, or the SkyDome? Perhaps all this archi- "It did not seem frightening to me. though surgery vvtirls, it may become tectural tummy-tucking and face-lifting is just a reflection of the city's I thought this might haue been what Mr. more and more common. Scott immaturity. After all, TO. is a young city in a young nation. Chamberlain intended, standing there lost his real hand after an acci- All of these changes may just be the growing pains of youth What with his tightly ivatching look, his hands dent with a fire-cracker. worries me is that it may be a chronic problem You see, I believe a holding his pants apart to display it. Raw city's "personality" is )ust a grand projection of its inhabitants And and blunt, ugly-coloured as a wound, it people without a past have no future Nothing to anchor theiVi No looked to me inulnerable, playful and BUUIDER FARMING compass to give their actions direction naive, like some strong-snouted animal, Doctors in New York have whose grotescjue and simple looks are This worm in the apple of identity invites historical revisionism, or shown that bbdders grown in a some sort of guarantee of good will. well opens the door to Orwellian nightmares It allows others with a strong hboratory worked inside of - from Lives of Girls and Women t)v Alii e Monro sense of who they are - like our neighbours to the south - to insidiously dog^. Ciuiccr, birth defects and nerve leave blad- assimilate us into their culture Maybe that's what TO. wants. AJicp Muiiro was born near Win^liaiii. Out . on July 10. 1931 damage human atlcruled University of lor vulnerable. That sentiment may well be the hidden message behind all those She the Western Ontario, and paid her ders They can be studies l)y workin^j as a waitress .iiul tobacco picker. repaired, but the risk of infec- giant mirrors they call office towers in the city's core. If so, it may be The struggle of young women growing up in smfill towns is a theme tion stones is time to move out to the country, and put down some roots. and bLidder high. most often noticed in her work As for Toronto, to borrow a phrase from music icon Lou Reed, who The scientists grew bbdders in a All her tjooks are collections of short stories except one Lives of hb using cells from the dogs' tis- said in reference to Manhattan, "I'll take it in a garbage bag with Latin Girls and Women '" sue and replaced the original written on it that says it is hard to give a shit these days Munro won the Governor Generals award in 1968 for Dance of the bladders with the ones. then mail it south new And Happy Shades and in 1978 for Who Do You Think You Are? Eleven months later, the dog^ The author once remarked that her uTilmH is "antot)ionraphiral in xv«-e fine. Grp^ Di Cref.cc still Ihiriki Jivre all diwucd term, but not in larl •Eit Cetera* \\ IlKl \H'| I III, rfi"! Sonia Levy's gospel both her, and her sister's career in ent producer of gospel music. Next term music. Her CD, Enemies Bless Them "My music comes from my will be released on the IMONIl, Levy will background, my church back- label. The release marks the debut ground and my mom, who was a of her group. Soma Levy Blessing leave politics great singer," She said. and Praise. It is this backdrop which led The CD is being recorded at a Levy to pursue a music career, Humber studio. Her band con- to focus on despite the odds. sists of musicians she calls her "There are a lot of obstacles in "eyes and ears". music. the way- the money, getting peo- They help give direction to her ple together. It's hard, but it's not music, she said. impossible. It will be done. I'm Levy's music is also guided by By Kevin Masterman determined, I don't give up easi- her experiences in Lakeshore's Lakeshore Rirporter ly," Levy said. Music program Levy has no regrets about her She said students with the spir- President Sonia Levy involvement in SAC. it to make music a career will find SACwill concentrate on writing She said her role at SAC gave their way to internationally and composing gospel her a knowledge of business and known programs like Humber, music when her term on student an attitude to get jobs done. which she credits with develop- council ends this year. She is now using that knowl- ing her talents. She has spent the last three edge to sell her music. She said the teachers are the years at Humber studying music "In anything you want to do strongest part of the Music pro- and promoting Lakeshore you have to push your product. It gram, and was impressed with Campus as a great place to is no different from the '50s and how they sculpted her into the live. "Now I have to concentrate '60s, you have to push it under musician she is today. on my music," Levy said. their nose, under the nose of the Levy extended her thanks to "It is my life, my career," she CEO," Levy said. the professors who gave her a said. And she is. Levy currently has chance to excel in a program with Levy credited her mother, who a CD in production and is taking high Standards, and students for inspiring a shot at working as an independ- accepting her as SAC president. This semester is Sonia Levy's political swan song. Once it's died 15 years ago, with over she's turning all her attention to her first love - music. lOT^just Wharfel^]^!!^ should go there. ' - 'It won't be as big as Caps, but we are looking for more of a caf6 atmosphere," Levy said. "And we will try to keep stu- dents to two beers a day." Right now, Lakeshore stu- dents have to travel up to North Campus if they want to get that feeling of college pub life. Music student Mark Sweeney has gone to Caps and added his voice to the chorus calling for a watering hole at Lakeshore. "We should haVe our own We survey you because we care about what you think of us. pub, it doesn't seem fair that we We always have. don't have one," Sweeney aiiiJ^ Currently, Lakeshore student asked you whether or not Humber was an excellent ". We , Photo BY Greg Di CuscE council makes arrangements College; nearly 80% of you said we are. Lori Carnale and Jenny O'Leary can't wait to party at a with local bars to hold §tudent Lakeshore pub. For noW Caps wlU have to do. Allow us to return the compliment: ^pu))nig;hts. '* "' Unfortunately, bars in the area We are outstanding because of YOU, too. don't seem to last. '^r;^-^''^- Nearly 80% of our graduates also said we were great Because the businesses aI •Et Cetera* ftflWARVt- 10, 1«»9<) On Campus etc. StxufldiSM Humber College will wel- come Sue Johanson, the sex Kertes leads the way lady, to speak as part of Healthy SexuaKty Day on By Elliott Belkin Feb. 17th. There will be a t:i Cetera Stuff band and D.J. to attract atten- tion according to Lise The I lumber School for Janssen, SAC leadership and Writers is the most suc- programs co-ordinator. There cessful of its kind The rea- will also be booths with infor- son for this is, in part, Joe Kertes mation, draws, and free stuff The idea for the schot)l of The day is part of a series of writers came shortly after Kertes health awareness days organ- was hired at Lakeshore Campus .... r". ized by SAC and the health back in January of 1980. centre. "We had these writers here at Lakeshore We'd been doing this Black NlstfryMtntli since the fall of 1979 and all of a SAC will be showing sudden it struck me that, 'hey, movies as part of Black we have all these writers coming History Month for the rest of in, why don't we have a creative this week. The shows will be writing school''"'said Ben presented in the student cen- l.abovitch, communications tre between noon and 3 p.m. director of Liberal Arts The action/drama Dead Teaching and running the Presidents will be shown on school's summer and correspon- the Thursday and the come- dence workshop keeps Kertes dy Friday will be shown on busy. Friday. When he's not working, how- ever, this married father of two Caribbean Show loves spending time with his Interested in experiencing family. different culture? Then head "I'm a devoted faniily man, 1 out to the Caribbean show try ntit to steal lime away trimi taking place at the student them," said Kertes centre on Feb. 10, between He also enjoys reading, noon and 2 p.m. Food, music, and going to concerts. His African and Calypso dancing biggest dislike is bureaucracy. and live music is on the agen- don't like bureaucracy da. On Campus He was kung fu writing By Dean Mfmme fielp them find a style, and a school to pursue their chosen / / Cttfni Sliifl art Doyle does not compete anymore because he wants to hi- can meitivdte l'l\ is Sto)ki), chances are CJIen [Doyle focus on teaching, and new challenges such as acting, IIcan motivate anyone to attain their goals through the screen writing, fight choreography for films and writing. practice of martial arts In the foreword of the book, Stojko praises his Sifu. Situ Cilen Doyle is a former |ournalism student from "I ha\e had both the benefit of personal attention and, 1 lumber College His new botik, The Martial Artist's Way, more importantly, the benefit of the simplicity of Cilen's is being launched this week by i larper Collins Canada teaching style, which allows total freedom," Stojko wrote. 1 Id He added: "Within the pages of The Martial Artist's "Situ" IS "teacher" in Chinese, a title that Clen Doyle Way you will learn to find, within yourself, the tools need- has famed as a three-time C anadian kung tu champion, in ed to achieve advancement In any sport, training, or prac- PmMU b> I>)NNA Cit(»H(,l I lung (, .ar st\le tice" A Sifu and his student: The Martial Artist's Way C oincidentalK, one of his students, three-time world The Martial Artist's Way is written in an enthusiastic, hgLire skating champion Sto)ko, wrote the foreword for friendly and concise style Although Doyle stresses the I )o\ le's book spiritual aspects of martial arts training, there are sections rhe\ both agree that the student-teacher relationship such as Training, The Street, The Killer Instinct and ga\c \\a\ to a friendship that has lasted 10 years^ Competition, which illustrate the necessary physical and "1 uanted to otter something to e\'erybody," Doyle mental edge required to "finish" opponents. said, "from people looking tor a style of martial arts to Dore Potter, from I larper Collins Canada, told 1 lumber -tud\' and practice, to instructors who teach martial arts to i-t Cetera that they are expecting big sales of the book, " .itluTs because it appeals to a uide audience. The Martial Artist's Way is not an instructional bot)k "It's for beginners, and experts," said Potter. lor I lung Car kung lu There aren't any pictures, or step "This spiritual path genre is a very hot area right now. In step mo\ements Glen Doyle is a respected champion, and so is his friend The book is more of a guide that is designed to help tlvis Stojko It looks like a winning combination to me." Pucmj By Donna GtoRGt people prepare to study martial arts. The author tries to Glen Doyle (left) and Elvis Stojko clown around University fair offers another year of options mUniversityfair "The universities want Number students. They're reminds students of very very happy with the turnout." the limitless post- Darilyn Coles, career services since October planning the fair. "The universities want Humber stu- graduate oppourtu- dents. They're very very happy with the turnout" Interested in studying abroad while get- nities available ting a tan? The University of Western Sydney, could be the place to go. By H. Meara Paterson International Education co-ordinator £/ Cetcni Staff Sue Kelly said an articulation agreement will be signed at the North Campus in University representatives from February. Sydney, Australia to Michigan Depending on the program choice, were here to attract students dur- Humber diploma graduates will receive ing the second annual University fair. two to three years of credit towards a four- As the number of universities represent- year degree in Austrailia. Kelly said stu- ed at the Jan. 27 event quadrupled this year dents are able to work 20 hours a week to 24, project co-ordinator Darilyn Coles, of during the school year. number's career services, had been busy Employee sponsorship is also an option On Campus Searching for RAs Looking for a job? Employment By Wendy Stebbings said tfiat there are two reasons On Cum;nis Reporter most people want to be m\ RA Interest in iine t>t the mi)st dif- "You want to help students may only be a career fair away ficult )i)bs ini tiimpub l^js and you want to get a job that's been great, cKiording to going to help you to grow and Residence lite CD-ordinator John develop, " said Conrad C Dnrad RA Bryan Benjamin, said that C orirad has handed nut mure being an RA has the potential to for students than 40 applicatmn ft)rms to stu- be one of the most difficult jobs dents interested in filling one of on campus from the company," she said 211 resident assistant (KA) posi- Managing school work and mEmp/oyers in various Talk to the employer and tr\' to make' an iinjMc^- tions next year the job is difficult, according to sion" Ciood etKjuette includes not discussing salar\ Applications for the positions Benjamin "You never know job categories will be on up front are due Feb. 4 with interviews when you're going to have to put "Obviously it's important for students paving oil starting the following week. in a 40 hour week," Benjamin loans and what-not„"said Ann Tsirgielis, director ot Conrad said he'll choose first said. "You have to be prepared hand all next week School of Manufacturing Techni)logy and IX'sign, from returning RAs and under- for anything." "But \'ou v\'ant to get in for an interview, after graduate applications Graduate An RA give's residents infor- lookingfor employees thev tell you vshat the job entails, then you can talk students who may have experi- mation, support and referral. about money," she said ence elsewhere will be last. Most of the work is done on Ask for a business card or give them your own Undergraduates must have at evenings and weekends. They By Laura Urmoneit card if \'ou have one. least line vear of residence expe- are required to attend weekly On Campus Reporter A couple of days after the (air, do a follov\' up b\ rience while gracluate students meetings and be on-duty on their writing a letter to the company. don't need any. scheduled night. It N'ou're looking for a job, the Career Fair ma) help 'Tver^artH^Tm^Jvorlc^urmgTn^ Conrad is accepting applica- you out. "You never know adds to a resume." tions from undergraduates now. The fair, which runs Feb. 8-12, gives students an summer when you're going The process for undergraduates opportunit\ to meet with companies that ari' look- Ann Tiiri;ielis. proi^rarn ilirecto! to have to put in a invoK'es handing in an applica- ing for potential employees ^'our letter should include an introduction, how tion form, a resume, one-page Though each day is focused toward a specific \ ou heard about the compan\, what impression the 40 hour week." essay and two reference forms program, students from other programs are wel- compan\ made on vou, and the fact that vou re Bryan Benjamin, RA After the paper screening, a ct)me to meet the companies as well. interested in the business. The older, graduate students first round of interviews will "Career week is an opportunity for students to Ciraduating students aren't the only ones that can bring new ideas to the residence take place. Successful candi- network as a first option," Karen Fast, co-ordlnator benefit from this opportunity said Tsirgielis, who and are closer in age to some dates will then move on to a sec- in the Career Centre .said added e\en first-year students can benefit. mature students li\ing in resi- ond round of interviews. "But certainly it's to find employment as an end "Fven part-time work during the summer adds dence while the younger, under- Conrad said about 10 people result," she continued. to a resume," said Tsirgielis. graduates are familiar with will be hired from that process. If you're planning on chatting with would-be This year there will be approximately 1^0 1 lumber. The rest of the staff will be made employers, remember that dressing appropriately is employers recruiting for possible full-time, part- Being an RA is a different job up of graduate students. important. Business attire is suitable. time and even M>lunleer jobs. than a typical part-time job. RAs Recruiting for those students Fast recommends students approach companies The fair takes place in the main concourse are paid $125 a week and pay begins in May The entire RA in a professional manner between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m l.akeshore students will normal residence fees. Conrad staff will be hired by June. "Students should ask for specific information be bussed up on Monda\, Thursda\', and ['ridav. News Sports Weather We may be surveying you to pieces, but that's because we care about Masic what you have to say. We always have. Betv/een the Based on survey results, the College developed a set of classroom design principles and standards; renovated a couple of classrooms Ropes to test the standards; and identified classrooms requiring upgrading. Also the Call Centre opened in August to provide improved levels of service to prospective and current students. Humber in i~h •Et Cetera* Kt.HHi ^H^ I H), I'C/'l Biz/Tech etc. Web etc. Hook-up headache eiassnates Cant quit This unique site helps high At 73, l,ec lacocca doesn't school friends find each othei want to quit The former S/o2i^ Nef con- The site has registrants from chairman of Chrysler Corp. is more than 30,000 high school.s now into the manufacturing spanning the United States am of electric bicycles. His com- nections and Canada. There are also about pany, EV Global Motors, 300 American and Canadian plans to start distributing heavy traffic run schools overseas. Finding Taiwan-produced E-bikes this your old friends is great fun. February. The company's tar- cause computer vnmv.dassnwles.com/iridex.mp get for the year is 1,000 bikes Triiintffletry a week. The bike, which is m made up of a 400-watt hub confusion This site provides trigonometry motor and a removable 24- basics from many sources and voit lead acid battery, has a By Clauuia ZoQUt includes online formulas and maximum speed of 24 km/h. Hi;//i"i/i Rcporlcr practice problems. Those visit- It will cost $995 US. CMom bv Ci AU[)iA 7jHji L ing the site will discover a rich Computers are like traffic on the 401. The more people on the Nicole llenriques is study environment for this annoyed. After attempt- connection, the slower they perform. branch of mathematics. The site i Sapid expansiei ing to log onto the can also help with algebra, cal- Izzy Asper's CanWest Global Internet, her friend, Shane Bacall, divided between two areas The The terminals in these labs vary culus and geometry. Communications Corp logged on afterwards, and for School of Media Studies updates from a 486 model to a Pentium 166 Innovations in interactive tech- announced last week it is some reason, connected before the L and K wing, and Technical and are four to five years old. niques make the study of math buying control of NetStar 1 lenrique. Services takes care of SAACnet, William Hanna, director of the on the Internet increasingly Communications in a deal "Usually I don't have any prob- sections E, F, H, J, M, N and the School of Media Studies, said the L interesting and fun. estimated at $875 million. lems. 1 find accessibility to be Call labs. wing should expect some serious Tvww.homeworkcenlral.com/topliuk CanWest acquired 68 per cent okay but sometimes getting on Bob Botham, director of computer renovation over the next s/339.html of NetStar, the parent compa- (the Internet) is hard," Henrique Technical Services, is looking into six to eight months. ny of The Sports Network said. increasing the speed of Humber "We have a number of labs we Cam get It BP? and The Discovery Channel. The 20-year-old Public College's bandwidth. purchased at different times," said Hey, don't be shy. Just connect to The US sports network, Relations student uses rooms L232 "We've requested pricing from Hanna. this site and your problem will -"^ "' •• ESPN, owns the other 32 per and L233. Onet and other service providers," "We can't replace la^ evdry be«3*V6d."- i'^'-H 1 cent of NetStar. ESPN has 15 "1 don't ever try using the said Botham. year when they run around xvww.viagra.com days to say whether it will try Internet in a classroom. Your "When we get the funding, we $120,000. But, if a lab can't effi- and sell its stake to another chances of getting on are slim." will quickly go ahead with plans." ciently run the applied software buyer or to CanWest Global. Bacall, a second-year Industrial Botham is aiming at increasing for a program, it's time to change Business Design student, was sitting at the the speed of Humber's Tl connec- it." terminal next to Henriques. tion to five megabytes per second. Hanna said although the labs Seminar Bowing 8Ut "Either the network is very Currently, Humber pays $36,000 may have four-year-old comput- By Shaun Hatton After taking home $1 million slow or in the middle Sometimes annually for the connection and ers, the software is state of the art £( Cctmi Staff as earnings last year, the it starts to crash and you can't the increased bandwidth could in order to meet the needs of the chairman of the Canadian even get on," said Bacall. raise the cost up to $65,000 a year. students. Humber students who Imperial Bank of Commerce, He said the computer labs he Kevin Watts, network adminis- Hanna said lab maintenance is want to start their own A) Flood, announced he will usually uses are in L233, L232, the trator for the School of Media scheduled in cycles, contingent on business someday may step down later this year. At Macintosh lab on the second floor Studies, explained that no matter available funding and in coordina- want to check out an upcoming an annual shareholders meet- and the Auto Cad rooms. how fast the connection may be, tion with Humber's program cur- seminar in Mississauga's Civic ing in Toronto last week, the "It's slow, it's average... I guess there are times in the day that are riculum. He is aware that some Centre. weary-looking Flood dodged it could be worse," Bacall said. slow in general, though the net- labs, such as L234, need a little The three-hour seminar will questions from angry share- jane Dearing, manager of work is very acceptable. more attention and administrators take place Feb 10 at 6:30 p.m. holders who wanted answers Technical Services, said there are "The outside line has no effect, are always keeping an eye out. and deal with small business to the bank's losses last year. many factors contributing to it's all very internal," said Watts. Botham said his department issues such as forms of owner- The CIBC recorded a 32 per Internet connection problems. One additional factor that plays also has plans to update the facili- ship, liability, agreements and cent slide in profit in 1998. "On the 401, the speed limit is a role in accessing the Internet is ties in their sector leases 100 mph," said Dearing. the age of the computer, "This past summer, we got "There will be a lawyer and "When there is so much traffic "Some of the machines in L232, about 400 new Dell computers. We an accountant speaking about Rnanciai tudatk on the highway, there is little L233 and L234 are slower and are looking at updating to legal tax and banking considera- US Federal Reserve Board movement. The Internet is very can't compare to some of the other Pentium II "when the right time tions(involved with) starting a chairman Alan Greenspan much the same. When there arc a newer labs like L209," said Watts. comes," Botham said. small business," said Lisa has warned that lower corpo- lot of people on the connection, it Pliskat, client services assistant rate profits could take the slows down" Slow connection facts at the Civic Center wind out of US stock prices, Humber was first connected There will also be a bank rep- spelling serious trouble for online in 1990 with Onct, a service resentative present to discuss that econom)' But Greenspan prov ider for 22 of 25 colleges in Jane Dearing, manager of ing from Chicago to a site while financing options and answer gave no indication the Canada I lumber's ct)nnection, Tl, Technical Services, explains some the terminal next to it may decide questions. Reserve Board will raise is best described as a very large factors that can slow down to take a route from California. It "It's a three hour comprehen- interest rates In Canada, new telephone line The Tl line runs at Internet connections. is hard to predict what route it sive seminar with a good price • inflation figures also support 1 5 megabytes per second and con- Larger Internet providers will choose . compared to some college pro- the status quo for interest nects Humber through to the will usually provide quicker • Keep in mind that it is a grams," she said rates. The annual inflation University of Toronto, where Onet access for their subscribers. If glcA)al network. If you are trying Pliskat added that the semi- rate in December was one per is based. you are connected to a small to connect with a company in a nar will be very interactive, cent, compared with 1.2 per Humber would like to upgrade provider it may have a much different country, remember that allowing visitors to answer cent in November. the school's Internet connection, slower network. foreign time zones can have an questions and keep in contact -Maclean's. but it will be a large task. Because • Computers don't necessarily impact on access. with the speakers. of the college's many computer take the same route to get to a • It can be harder to get online Register at Mississauga labs, the responsibility for the site. For example, the Internet at peak times such as mid-day Business Self-Help Office (905) maintenance of certain wings is network may take a path connect- and early evening. 896-5074. Cost: $20. 'Et Cetera* Ffjiriar^ Vin, I'W r , J^ r r -i I Health etc. Phobias strike fear in many AIDSerigtisilveil By Jenniflk Peck C )ntaiu) Societv tor Henltli Krporti'r I'swhotherapisth, -^aKi some ot the American scientists believe most loninion phobias iiuhiJe they have solved the mystery Whilf many pi'of-ije sLit- ti'ars ot Isolation, dratli, disasters, of where AIDS came from It's tenn^ trurn phobias inset ts aiul animals the usual suspects chim- lead luirnial li\es, nth- S«.liklar added that am one tan panzees er^ tan a daily battle develop a phobia, vvhuh touid be In a presentation Sunday, 1 lumber College counsellor Cy triggered b)' virtually anything researchers from the Bulanda said any unnatural or that strikes a tremendous fear It University of Alabama at extreme reacti(.)n to something could be something situatn)nal, Birmingham say they have that isn't generally dangerous is convincing proof, on at least classified a phobia, three separate occasions, of Ste\'e Schklar, president of the the transmission of the virus from chimps to humans in Africa. One of them was the start of the current wc^rld- PHOmSA-Z wide epidemic. Chimps have probably carried it for hun- dreds of thousands of years, but apparently do not get sick. Figuring this out could be important for humans. •The Toronto htar Health budget en tap Health care is expected to be a top priority when Finance Minister Paul Martin unveils his budget, expected February 16. Martin says his government will be pumping every ce^t it, possibly can afford into Canada's ailing health care system over the next several years. He has yet to confirm the amount. -Tht Tbnmlo Star Health Giving birth the natural way -jmmmmmmmmmmmmmm who used to practice ,-> :i^ Midwifery midwifery. According to Muncie, provides an there is one main differ- ence between a doctor and a niidwife. alternative to "A midwife IS also responsible for antenatal, traditional prenatal, the delivery and postnatal care," she said birthing The midwife's involvement starts short- process I) after a pregnancy is confirmed until six B'l Okieha Caicina v\'eeks after the baby is llftlllh Kc/'i'fd'r born According to Muncie, For expectant nmthers look- this is an ideal situation. ing lor J more natural deliv- "That's why mid- ery, midwifery may be the wifery works," she said, answer. "because she (the mid- Ideal, in fact, for those who wife) becomes familiar prefer to be more autonomous with the woman. When durinj^ pregnancy. going on regular visits P»m„ b> anclla CnrmNDKN ^'^^ a midwife's assistance, a deliv- While a midwife informs, the and check-ups, you chat- ^ry at at woman is the principle decision ted with them, you had can take place home, a hospi- maker She is the one who decides some tea with them ' tal, or at a birthing centre. what type of medications, if any, A midwife also svill he administered and where becomes familiar with the after a pregnancy, she vs'ould like to deli\ er the baby. woman's family, her home, her "The woman got to know you "A woman can make the deci- history A special bond forms (the midwife) so she was comfort- sions over her own body," said between the midwife and the able also, and you saw the home Mart)' Munice, a registered nurse expectant mother because of the situation," Muncie said, and registered massage therapist time spent together during and With a midwife, a pregnant . ! Health Did you remember to take your vitamins today? Diets are 1 The Black Cauldron often 2. Dixie Canyon Elementary School 3. David Jacob deficient of 4. The letter "T" the nutrients 5. A childhood friend of Jim Henson's Kermit The Frog necessary for 6. The number 4 optimal 7.Through the courtesy of Fred's two feet health, hut 8. To mourn the death of their cats 9. It was dead before it was cooked vitamins help 1 0. Locker number nine By Kelly Cakuona I'lUih. H-, Kll,-. IX llciiHh Reporter LooKiNc; I OR Si'.\imi:r I -'..MIM.CnMI ni? Pharmacist Eli Chen, left, said the amount uf nutrients in Wii^- N'()T 'V\v\ I'ORi.sr lMRi-.l''ic;n TiNc;? food is decreasing, largely due to the processing of food. Healthy eating is a typical To become a fire firerightcr, a prc-rcquisite 40 hour ( problem for students on S'llil) 'crntkiilc Course is necessary and available \uih Wll DURK Sl'KriM ISIS l\(. the run. mins. We keep eating and eating niacin flush," she said. For more intormation contact VVii.durk 'cv (705) 6'>3-032."; In fact, according to a Health trying to get that amount, but we "You may exhibit symptoms Canada study, 64 per cent of don't get it so we're always hun- such as increased heart rate and Course Dates: young adults between the ages of gry" flushing of the skin. The most March 23 - March 27 20 to 24 reported bad eating Pace added we try to nourish occurrence is an over- - common March 28 .April 1 habits. our bodies with what we think is dose of vitamin C, which can April 2 - .Apnl 6 Wl^n Jhey do eat, they are not good food when most of the time cause diarrhea. Registration: getting some of the most impor- we receive no nutritional value or While there is always a risk Feb 8 Humber College Career Fair IOani-]pm tant vitamins and minerals to less from such items as canned when taking too much of any- Feb 10: R>erson Summer Work Fxperience Fair keep their bodies healthy, the vegetables. thing. Pace added we need vita- I0am-3pm report said. Most multivitamins include a mins to stay healthy. "It's very hard to get the well-balanced level of nutrients, "Most of us are so full of crap, amounts [of vitamins and miner- but with so many products on the and I mean that in a toxic way fiOUnfi ?rONCS SOVLFLT AEBIBMITH ESCEFEST BLEVK U2 als] to protect our health from market today, it is difficult to that we can take quite a bit of food alone," said Leslie Beck, a know which ones will be everything," she said. "We're |ust 3 dietician at the Adelaide Health absorbed by the body and which so deficient," Be The Envy of All Tour Friends Centre in Toronto. ones will pass right through. Lli Chen, a pharmacist at Care Lisa Pace, owner of Crossroads "If you buy pills, make sure Drugs in Aijrora, said the amount This Snmmer Health and Nutrition in they are easily absorbed, look for of nutrients we are getting in our Newmarket, encouraged people the sign bio-a\ailable on the food is decreasing as time pro- V-ciirc vour --uninKT |ob nou in iIm' c\citin): to take a multivitamin daily. label," Pace said. "If you can han- gres.ses l-.vcni Sccurilv tu-ld. We art ihc Lirmsi rf<>^"J<^"'" r- "You couldn't possibly get dle the taste of a multivitamin liq- "The soil used to be good, but ol stnuritv and U-sher -lafl in t1niaru> ami nre your daily requirements from uid, it too is very effective." now because of acid rain, the soil looking for lYopIc wnih I he riRhi >.tutl. Applx most things in our diet today," she Pace does suggest being care- has become neutralized, " he said. now, t(ir an opp<.>riunilv u^ \>.orlv one ol the ino^i said. ful when taking such supple- Vital nutrients may also be lost inHTcstmj; jobs a\ vour lilel l*Mrii new --kilK and "You'd have to be eating con- ments as a mulhvitamin. during food processing. enlwnce tho><- vou |»ss».«,s ihrou^'li siruciiired stantly to get the quantities you "B3 is a vitamin that helps pro- "I don't see any nutrients left ot need. In my opinion, that's why a mote healthy skin and the diges- after the food has been iraiiiinK and bv dealinu wiih a wide varui\ lot of people are obese. It's tive function, but if you take more processed," he said. "They add on-ihe-n>b experiences. It vou are yomi wiili because our bodies are craving than the recommended maximum more chemicals and preservatives people ' phvMiallv lii hondahle ' Ilium in these elements and these vita- of 50 mg, you might encounter a than anything else." " {•nf;lish >Si wnllen- able u^ .Mirk primariK ural 9« Supplements, Schmupplements eyenmjjsj u txkenii- and holid.i^* o\er !"> ve.tr> ot atre Nt'ciiniN [>>sii lon^ onl\ '. n t^areer Vitamin A: Helps bone and teeth formation, counteracts night blindness and weak eyesight, R.I'M vmII bi ,)l llumlH-r Noiiii lor ihe "^ bair on Monda\ , 1 chni,)r\ onU 1. I mil iluri. reduces susceptibility to infections, protects against air pollutants. bt' Mire l(i\iMl u^al 'li<' loli rs '. all vour vjuesi uuiv n ;.Mrilin_- ihiv »ipporlunii\ nervefunction, protects skin against hannful effects of UV radiation (contains PABA). m imr.rpinsKunty.coni Vitamin C: Promotes healthy gums, teeth and bones, builds resistance to infections, aids in healing of wounds and fractures, greatly enhances iron absorption information. Risk Protection Managemeat Inc. ...Cuidi's proaier Event Seniriiy Specisjsu... Vitamin D: Maintains stable, nervous system and normal heart action, aids bone and teeth for- mation. -. •; rVntamin E: Retards celluar aging, supplies oxygen to the blood, prevents, disolves blood clots. tnm.tBMmB.net MRZ NISRISETTE HTSPUNS MARUn Wm JnUP •Et Cetera* Khihi \K1 I 10. I'XI'l Lifestyles etc. Sex talk sizzles with Glued te the set Sue According to StatsCaii, brench- react gives him a very clear message about how they feel about his sex- spcakmg Qucbecers spent 26.7 Sexpert Sue Johanson uality," she said. hours per week in front of the "If they're uncomfortable with it, they're going to take - his hand away and that's his first lesson in sex." bool) rube m the fall of 1997 has Humber students lour more hours than the The result? national average The viewing "The message sticks. Sex is dirty', " Johanson said. times in Ontario, P.F..I, and hu^ng mth talk about A registered nurse, Johanson has been talking about sex western provinces were below for more than three decades. In 1970, she helped open the first average - beru'een 198 .nut 22 2 the birds and the bees birth control clinic at a Don Mills high school. hours I'rancophones had iheir Today, Johanson continues to encourage easy access to dials ^cl on (anadian program services and information. In addition to her weekly show, ining ('(i per cini ul the tune By Cynthia Mc Llou Xu.^> she makes herself a\'ailable for several months each year to whik anglophdiKs uatchetl /.;/rs/i//i"i Kt'poitcr speak at high school, college and uni\'ersity campuses h<)iiK)',ii)\\n shows |ust ^•'li pel across Canada Cllll .espite the spread ot .AIDS and other se\ually Sue Johanson will be returning to I lumber on I-eb 17. See On |transniitted disea.ses, a growing number of Campus section for details. - I ufv/i/o S iiti Dtt)da\''s youth are |uniping into bed with prac- tical strangers This has Sue Jcihanson scared, Y2Kiialiies Johanson, the ptipuJar host of The Sunday Night Sex Sht)vv on the Women's Television Network, is con- CAiupies wanring to ring in the cerned that young people are putting themseK'es at miileniuum with a Little bundle risk for disease, injury, heartache and a bad reputation of )o\' should mark their calen- by rushing into sexual relationships. dars for some lovin' on Apnl "It's scary in some areas. Kids are involved in oral 9ih. This date coincides until genital sex at a much earlier stage of a relationship. ihe average length of a hiunan The\''\'e only been dating one or two nights and they're pregnanc\, but with reproduc- into oral sex, ' she said. iive \anabilitv factored ui, the "There's also a much earlier onset of sexual activity. I read chances are still only six per a study just the cither day and the average couple waited for cent, Richard hisher, coauthor four dates before they had sex. That's all." of the book Wakiiii^ Babies, sug- Because people are ha\ing sex earlier, important c^juestions gests lots ot sex bieforehand to tend to go unanswered increase y Johanson said sex is normal, natural and health)', as long as the par- ticipants know v^•hat they're doing and plan ahead. 'Talking about sex is a sur\i\al skill of the '90s," said Johanson. m Grieving for groundhogs "We (adults) teach our kids everything they need to know about \\ illu isii I the onlv member of e\'er\' other aspect of life but one of the most important - sex." Ins familv kicking the bucket According to Johanson, high schocil sexual education programs fall Two marmots, rare cat-sized short. animiils that are part of the Educators give students information about the sexual organs, but groundhog family, died at the they don't tell them about their genitals. Toronto Zoo last week. The "They figure they are protecting you. They think (young people) cold temperatures this wanter can't handle it," Johanson said of educators and parents. But she cau- may be the reason the hiberna- tions that by not teaching about genitalia, kids grow up with miscon- tion lasted a httle longer ihis ceptions that can hinder the de\'elopment of a healthy sex life. year, "Most females ha\'e no idea what their genitals look like," Johanson r/if 1 oron/o \tiir said "You ne\'cr see female genitals or an erect penis in sex ed." I'emale students aren't the only ones missing out b)' not receiving Vacancy at Melrose sexual knowledge ^oung men - concerned the)' ma)' be cnersexed or perverts because It's official. Melrose Place will be the) seem to constanti) ha\e an erection - can put their fears to rest. signing oft at the end of this "Boys aren't told that the a\'erage male has an erection e\'ery three season after seven seasons and minutes all day long and everv 10 minutes all night long. It's norma 22"^ episodes The stars of and it's health\' to ha\ e chronic erections at this stage in life. They are .•\B(7s Home Improvement are pure pleasure and nobod\' tells \'ou that either" also readv to pack it in at the According to Johanson, the way adults react to sex has a profound end ol this season, despite the effect on their children's \'iew of themseK'es. lutworkV attempt to keep it 'Kids are learning about sex as soon as they are born. The first thing a little boy will do is grab his penis, and the way his parents - (Ocl.23-Noy.21l feT^ Capricorn ip ec 22- jani gi Pisces (Feb, lS-Mar,2Q) Taurus iAcL22-Max22j C^^Canceruim 21 -July 221 Virgo lAusL 23 Sept. 221 Scorpio Someone will approach you Fighl ttie urge to call in sick Your stubborness proves to ..J desire tor pertection can't tie loo careful „ ^^uv,., a„„...a I -^ —Your You ^3 I ^ ^ I lor flimsy virture this it ', - advice Don'l wrack yout Your excuses are loo I be a week as If^j^pJ uncomfortable may be time ^p around you is hindered by Ithis week the forces are bfain lor a solution because ttiey won'l obvious You're not paranoid, someone people will realize you are not an ass- to apologize Who are we kidding' You mIhe fact that you are drastically flawed working against you Stupid com- listen to you anyway Instead, ask them IS on to your lies and is prepared to use hole, you are |ust always right (note have no pnde anyway Avoid future You're quick to criticize, but don'l dish it ments from others irritate you Count lof Itieir advice You need it more ttian them against you So start ass-kissing this horoscope was written by a Taurus) arguments by surrendering to others out if you wouldn't eat it yourself to 1 before you attempt to respond ttiey do and gel back lo work 161 isepi. 23 oci. 221 (Nov. 22 D8C, 2 1) Uan, 20 Feb i , 21 A IMav21 -June 201 Sagittarius Aquarius lAriesiMa pr 19 1 'Q Leo ^u ly 23 Aug, 22) Libra Your creative |uices are Your partner is lucky 1 Silence is your best friend I Your attention span lately is You have a sickening ten- III laugtiter is medk;ine. I J I to in f archers will live forever flowing so pul them lo use I because your energy sky 141 I Don I waste your lime with I shorter than this sentence so Jdency overindulge You don I have much energy but do fun rockets after Ihe sun sets Single rams words because your genius falls on deaf we re not even going to tx)ther Most social settings So save yourself the Some peopte don't appreciate your thtnqs ar^yway Gel oul more should lower Iheir standards or else ears Dort'\ k>ok lor love and it |usl mighl likely you re nol even reading this any- embarassmeni and stay txxne You sense of humour however, and Ihink ihev II be doomed lo a life ol solitude look for you more won't miss anything you're laughing at ttiem 'Et Cetera* ™ li iim Md I . |o I'i'i'i Lifestyles New spring styles are turning heads I'l'h ,i |( till Confused about "lis much like the traditioiitil w ith I lu' Hik lung luiir this soasiin will be ing in\ oK ing h.ush and ilainaj^mg Jirnii twist I he layers are cut a bit longer and an- \er\ str.n)^ht. nuuh like the style nt the '7l)s cals and are gone more flowing, as stylists are getting a\\a\ As manager ul litth Avenue, in London, i'lno Telesta, manager ot IIk-C ut .\tui\r what to do mtb ' st\ k- Centre, luronto, said \\h]le from the wispy Jennifer Aniston Out , /(ihr Hardai predicts that the part will at Wi>odbine Another big trend is clhIs begin tn move i loser to the center ag.iin, natural brunettes are entuuKing llu ii jour do? Read on C urls are moving away from l)emg tight and that llu- /ig/ag part - populai last year colour, many ari' getting rid ot tluir high and kinky, to softer and messier - will lose Its presaleiKe lights in exchange tor .i more natural look and discover the Ciriffen explained this look can be Hair colouring will move towards rich- All three hairstylists emptiasi/cj thai achieved by wrapping tissue paper around er, darker browns and reds as opposed to though there are still trends m tuts, the the hair lighter brassier shades styles tor 1999 will cater to e\er\one newest^ hottest She said this style can be worn by people "Tiiday, with improvements m the with almost any hair length chemual composition of the coloLirs them- looks for the coming In addition, bangs will also continue to si'Ufs, colouring can help improve the con- When all else be popular They too, ha\e e\'olved for the dition ot somi'one's hair," he said fails. ..look to the stars season new year, becoming thicker and bolder According to Bardai, the days ot colnur- BV SUMMHR GOHRI Mist mirirassers airBc that ntbady l\f-liu»i Kfporlcr Innueaces wtrasn's hairstvles moro than iamale calabriUes da. Whether it's big or small, heavy or Zahr Bardai. naaager af Landan s Fnth light, or just plain frizzy, it's your Avanua Salao. lislad tha mast frequeatly hair and you're stuck with it. asked far feairstyfas. But you can start loving it instead of GaUsta FiacMiart uuiy McBaal) fighting it this year Jama Eltaaa (Dharma aad As the millennium approaches, hair- GreiJ styling gurus and pundits have declared JaBHyGirtfe (91211) what the look will be for 1999, HaaUiarLacidaar They seem to agree that cuts, colors and GasrtBayCax products are now geared to achieve one CoL'RItSY putj'ms Sarah Michaila Gallar (BHfly goal: thick, shiny, healthy hair. thaVanplraSlayar) Sandra Bullock's mane The textured bob, No need to suffer for Textured cuts are emerging as one of the MagByaa like new elements in hairstyling. looks something sported by Mira straightening;soft, CHMran Diaz "Graduated or textured bobs are the from the'70s but it's hot Sorvino, is a popular messy curls like Emily Gwynth Paltraw biggest cut this season," said Rina Griffen, look for this year. cut this season. Bergl's are the trend. Madaua stylist at Beauty Club Spa in London, Ont. Cultures clubbed Drinking more for your money Whenjour budget is tower The number of With about 13,000 shidents at Hubert said making wine from concentrate is the college needing representa- easy because "e\ervthing is m the kit. ">ou |ust add cultures at Mumher tion, SAC vice president Ken Bell thanjour tolerance level, home water" agreed that, "the more (clubs) the A starter kit, priced at S89 9S, includes the con- outweighs the number merrier" centrate and all the necessary ingredients: pails, car- brewing may be tlje perfect He also suggested if students boys, sterilizing solution and instructions of groups represented don't feel represented, they The four-week kit \'ields 23 litres (5 gallons) ot By Jeff LeMoine should start their own club. alternative wine or appro\imatel\- 28 bottles. That's about S3 a Culture Reporter He added it takes a lot of hard bottle There are kits to make chahlis, chardonna\ work and maintenance. By Nick Candiotio cabernet sau\ignon, merlot, and pinot noir as well as Humber students want more "You've got to fulfill a club's f.; Cc'n-ra S[att man\ others cultural representation. package. It's like an applica- l)'\'ine Wine, capitalizing on the winemaking There are 12 cultural student tion," Bell said. Vox students who en|oy vs'ine but can't attord it, craze, opened in Canada in U''-'^' This nionth marks associations at Hufnber, but "Then your club must pass an there is a solution: home wine making. the second anni\ersar\ for the store .il 2S'i^i Bliior M according to students, there is interview by a panel of SAC offi- I-'or protif of how popular home wine making is V\', not a vyide enough range of cul- cials." becoming, look at the number ot businesses special- tures represented. The clubs are checked in the izing in it. Thirty-eight listings appear in the "There's at least 20 cultures middle of th/e year to make sure Torontt)-Central West bellow Pages alone. ±f they only knew the deal here," Inam Ahmed, President of they're maintaining properly. Paul Dunseath, ot the Amateur Winemakers of they're getting, they'd start the Humber Muslim Students SAC representatives ensure Ontario (AVVO), acknowledged that it Is possible for Association, said. clubs meet set standards and are anybody to produce commercial-qualit\' wine which home brewing tomorrow." "So there can be 20 clubs and managing their budgets properly. tastes )ust as good as and costs tour to five times less Lldinc .\\-yiiIi there are not that many." "It's essential to have a repre- than what the liquiir store offers Ahmed's association is the sentative or association of as To reduce costs, he recommended the use of con- largest club SAC has ever had. It many cultures as possible," Bell centrates and suggested that would-be winemakers •Assistant manager Maine \i'ville knows n'\'iiii' has grown from four members in said. "deal with suppliers who are known tor the qualitv Wine Is dilterent Irom other retailers because thr " 1996 to 160 members, "which is "I'm very impressed by the ot their pniducts and who u ill stand behind them customer comes in aiul makes tlu'ir ow n \\ me T he\ definitely positive," Ahmed said. clubs that we do have this year Wine .'\rt L.tobicoke promises "e\er\thing tor the Lome l\uk in "D da\s to bi-ttle it " But there are still many other They're so visible and that's discriminating amateur wine and heer maker P'Xini' Wine allows the lUstomer to use the students looicing for clubs. more important than anything." V\'ith 2ti non-franchised outlets across Canada, the equipment on premises Ihis approath appeals to "There should be more dubs The annual Clubs Fair will be store IS (ine of the country's biggest wine making those home wine makers who |ust don t \^^\v spj^i' for more beliefs. The clubs seem held Feb. 25. retailers. in their homes for all the equipment required tor to focus on two religions - Lwated at 3889 Bloor St W, the store has been winemaking Christianity and Islam," Sil open since 1959 The store carries grape concen- .Also, thosc^ brewing at D'Vine Wine are able to ask Markinson, a concerned student, trates from Chile, ,^ustralia, Italy, and France It also the staff ior assistance if they run into an\ ditficulty said. sells all the equipment a prospective wine maker D'Vine Wine uses concentrates from .Australia. Other students say they are needs to create one's own vintage L'rance, Italy, Portugal and Calitornia Canada does unaware of the cultural associa- Mane Hutiert, store manager, knows that wine- not produce concentrates tions. making is )ust a hobby for her customers but she Neville said "the price is right for students to "There is some advertising of takes great pride in their accomplishments On dis- make their own wine," but she counts only a hand- the dubs, but only when functions Photo by Jeff L.eMoine play in the iJobicoke outlet is a plaque acknowledg- ful ot students as ITV'ine Wine customers are hapjjening," Rasmay Manilay, Sikhs make up one of our ing customer Ste\e Moriartv's siKer medal at the "It they oiiK knew the deal the\ re getting, they d " an accounting student, said. many cultural groups. 1998 AVVO Championships start home brewing tiimorrow •Et Cetera* KHIHI \H\ 1 |l). I'CCI Lifestyles some dim sum stylist and photographer" A prop stylist finds interestmg and unique Items to use for photograph;) A food stylist arranges the food to make it kK)k appealing and tasty. "It's very colourful and well layed out," Jenny Smith, a second-year Culinary Management student, said. In addition to the attractive layout, the cookbook offers illustrated instructions and a glossary of terms. "She (Chau) gives a description of what everything is, which is good or else the reader wouldn't know what everything is," Smith P/// on your apron and set went into pubhcation last October. She is said. happy with the reviews and response that her Chau's research brought her to Toronto's book is receiving. renowned Chinese restaurant. Dynasty. With the table — Chinese food isn 't just "tiave some Dun Sum" - translated into the help of Dynasty's Chefs, Chau tried out "touch the heart"- has recently been awarded and collected recipes. for tal&e-out anymore The Unisource Litho Award for book design Althouth her plans for the future are uncer- By Sherry Langen and printing. Unisource Toronto offers the tain, Chau is confident that the education she to l.iti'^li/lc-' Rfportfr honour dishnguished designers and print- is receiving at Humber will help her excel in a ers marketing career. Photi) by Sherry Langen viiu hiuen't t'xperienced the taste of Dim The CBC did a short feature on Chau's "If you get an 'A', it's because you deserve Humber Media Copy IfSum at hiimo, then the new cocikbook book before Christmas. it," Chau said about her classes. Writing student Evelyn Chau " Huiv sonw Dull Sum" by Humber's Hvelyn "Since 1 was publishing it myself, 1 had to "The work we do in class is practical." Chau is perfect for the gourmet cook. do all the work that a publisher usually does," "Have some Dim Sum" is distributed by has written and published Chau, a Humber Media Copy Writing stu- Chau said. Hushion House and is available for $24.95 at her first cookbook, Have dent, wrote and published the cookbook that "I had to find my own food stylist, prop bookstores. Some Dim Sum. Soften the blow while dropping the bomb mA messengers er for him or her to understand wouldn't have to worry about the message being given. falling behind in her work." Timing is also an important Peter said his approach job is never easy, factor when breaking bad news. worked. His mother had time to Hoath said never break bad think about the problem and hut using the news on a Friday. Always aim decide what the best solution towards the middle of the week would be right approach because support groups are not Theresa, not her real name, available on weekends. would like people who bring her can make all the The time of day can also ease bad news to be more sensitive. the situation. Ne\er give bad Last year, her father told her PHdH) BY Kelly Cardona sure news at the end of a workday. she had to leave the house Timing is everything when breaking bad news. Make difference People are less likely to cope with because his new wife did not the recipient is relaxed when you drop the bomb. By Kelly Cardona bad news after working all day. want her around. From there on "Timing is everything," said in it has been downhill. questions or needs assistance. Church, in Aurora, helps people Lifcil\/lcs Keportcr Peter, not his real name. When her father broke the bad For those who have received deal with problems arid gets them Peter had to break bad news "1 decided I'd break the news news he blamed all the ongoing bad news, there are crisis centres back on their feet. to his mother which could when my mother was on holidays problems on her. He told her she available and local pastors who "The big thing is for them to have torn up his entire fam- - nice and relaxed. That way, she had to move out immediately. are willing to help. talk and talk. You don't want to ily One day, he was getting rid of "I want them to know how I Father Donald Maclean, of jump in too fast with a whole lot some computer files when he Bad news bearers feel about the situation and to tell Our Lady of Grace Catholic of preaching." found e-mail messages to his dad beware me in a way that makes me feel from another woman. Reading better," Theresa said r the contents of the letters, he fig- Here are some tilings to keep in Dr Lori Maaskant, a family ured out that his father was hav- mind in when breaking bad news: doctor in Aurora, has to break bad iBurger ing affair tell Boy! an How would he news to patients on a regular h\b mother' Preparation: picture yourself basis. Where Humber Meets a Greets Giving someone bad news is a giving the news and know how you "When breaking bad news, 1 hard thing to do, but we'\e all want it to turn out alter my approach on what type been there Your palms are sweat- Tell the truth: give the news of patient I have. Sometimes 1 fly ing, you're feeling dizzy and you straight up. People respond better to by the seat of my pants trying to want to know how the other per- bad news when someone is not beat- determine the best approach," she .son will react to your news. ing around the bush said. Dr David Hoath, a psycholo- Tell it a.s.a.p: Don't delay, hop- "The key is understanding the gist in Newmarket, said be pre- ing tliat the news might change. The person." pared fiir a number of reactions best time to tell it is as soon as you If Maaskant has to deliver real- "I don't think it's possible to find out ly bad news, she sets time aside predict with any sense of certain- Don't negotiate: Making the for patients to make sure they are Draft Beer ty what reaction you will get," news soutid negotiable could give okay. Hoath said false hope She also lets them know when Pool Table When giving bad news, Dr, Follow up: When giving bad she IS available to talk about the Satellite TV Hoath said to avoid rambling If news always reflect on what steps the issue further Maaskant always you ramble, the recipient's anxi- person should take for the future makes follow-up calls in a day or 106 Humber College Blvd. (Across from Etobicoke General) etv level rises This makes it hard- two to ask if the person has more 'Ek Cetera* " KlKHl \H\ I III. I'l''"' Arts etc. Ipanicentag LEE'S PALACE little 5: Cook-ing flamenco Feb. a 3rd Degree with Bridge I'he Groove and Field Bal)ies. By MiCHKLt Stefancic " Ilu'N wi'ic ii-iing It .1-^ l\u k- Feb. 6 Arh Rcporlcr 1 gri)und iiiusii . ,iiul niiini.ill\ Verge with Like Heroes and fkinicncc) guitarist think bai kgiuuiul iiui^ii i^ ir.il- Aunt May Tt)rnntu Jesse CcKik never imag- 1\ bai.1 \\\ minc'thiiig m llic Feb. 9: ined what was to follow iiai- kgnmiul, .md it's iginTcd," Fathom 5 with First Repubhc after his little 'Rumba Ditty' saul C (H)k TH E OVVBHNMENT became background music for Hut C iiuk lieianic a luinted Feb. 9:: the TV Guide Channel composiT Viewers asked who The Cardigans Overnight, he became a pub- It vwis tlu'\ were listening to Feb 10: lic figure and a Juno nominee while I becking out the TV list- Monster Magnet The French-born singer ings. AIR CANAPA CENTRE moved to Toronto with his Inundated with requests, be Feb. 22 and Feb. 23: mother and sister when he was recorded his lirst record. The Tragically Hip THE WAREHOUSE three. He credits his mother's Tempest, at home tt)r next to love for flamenco music as an nothing Feb. 24: inspiration to perform, and said "1 remember being told the Sugar Ray and Everlast her record collection is his earli- best we vvoiiki do vsas sell memory. Cook added his 12, IKK) copies," he said New news est travels became a contributing "but, \s L' debuted .it luuiiber H Ed Roland of ("oUective factor tor his lo\'e of the music. 14 on the Hilllioard C h.irts in the Soul cut off his locks alter "Tras'elling to France and St.ites SuddeiiK i>\fr night in\ becoming a father spending the siimnicr v\'ith ni\' hie totalK i. h.inged The Clash tribute album is father, kids would walk the 1 le said hi.' hum J the i hanges finally coming out, but no streets and play rumba guitar, I in his lite both \ ei \ str.inge, and release date vet. was captivated by the wa)' they intimidating Tracks include Ice Cube, Kom played guitar and wanted to ReinarkabK modest, >ott and Mack U)-Should 1 slay or learn more," Cook said. spoken and sninewb.il ^lu. Should 1 go, Ranking Early on, his teachers told Cook took the hnu' lo retlcLl on Roger-Rock The Casbah, The him he was a gifted musician. tm ku^^ innii the upcoming Juno .Auards Mighty Mighty Bosstones-Ru- He spent 16 years in formal The TV Guide channel took a chance on Jesse Cook. Two Juno "I went the first year I was dic Can't Wait, and Randd per- training, but admits he wasn't a nominations later, Cook's popularity has grown. nominated, and didn't win," he forming Cheat, the album is def- "1 model student. said. had m\' tuxedo on and 1 imtely worth checking out. "1 was a terrible student. I along the line, you lose touch Having formal training under had my speech all worked out B Ex-Oasis drummer, Tony wouldn't practice. I would show with the essence of music, which his belt. Cook was pessimistic You sort of prepare vourselt men- McCartoU is suing Noel and up and learn the piece. One is the emotion." about recording a flamenco tally as your going there, \ou Liam Gallagher for wrongful teacher said, 'You can lead a Listening to Cook's music, his record because there was no mar- keep saying to \ourself 'I'm dismissal. He's asking for about horse to water but you can't make passion and enthusiasm are ket for it. Watching other musi- going to win ' ^ou re,ili/e that $25 million in damages. him drink,' apparently that was overtly apparent. His latest CD, cians put their family savings vou know, in case the\ call \oiir The organizers of Lollap- what I was like as a kid," Cook Vertigo, may be flamenco-orient- towards recording, only to find in name, \ou have to have vour alpoza are considering Guns N' said with a laugh ed, but still has the power to the end their dreams and fortune speech rcad\ Roses as the headliner. Possibly As Cook finally immersed make you dance, and to feel were shattered. Cook spent the Last week. It v\a-^ announced a shortage of bands? himself with his studies, he felt soothed and relaxed at the same next 10 years composing music t\)ok uas noniinati'd lor twt) the formal training was some- time. for theatre and TV programs. awards this \car, in the best NeweiCI what lacking emotion. "It's all about touching a part It was while he was compos- Instrument, il Cali'gorv, and best Wide is finish- Mouth Mason "The western way of study of your heart, or soul, that is not ing that Rogers Cable purchased Cilobal .Album C.ilegorv lie said ing off their second CD. Set to sort lit teaches you to be a profes- somehow accessible any other some of Cook's material \ov the this time, he hope-^ to w.ilk .n\a\ tour this summer, the new CD sional musician Somewhere way," he said TV Guide channel. a w inner has 12 new songs, with the same fomiula, but a broader sound YikYirs On Sunday Feb. 14, Yuk Yuk's Stay from this at Yonge and Eglinton cele- away Gang brates Valentine's Day with Toronto's most notorious and Contemporary opera an this production proved hovyr hard Lucien, a movie producer, and The music was far too speech foul-mouthed sock. it is. Savannah's ex lover. Bill. oriented. At one point a worker ahysmalfailun The special show, hosted by The show was marred by Conceptually the play had defi- hits himself on the finger with a Craig Campbell and the technical problems from the start. nite promise with its dark and hammer, and says "oh fu*k" in By Marbk Kochman agar-chompmg, wise—cracking A bad set-up was also a factor in satirical look at the possibility of song. It had absolutely no impact Arts Reporter Ed the Sock, from "Ed's Night the demise of a production tinat the world having to be re-created, or humour what so ever; it just Part)'", will keep both you and Fingernails across a chalk- had a lot of promise. and how everyday people would sounded silly. your date's hearts racing with board can be a very Vhe of>era started with a cou- deal with the idea of building The other problem is the actor their edg\ humour. unpleasant noise, and after ple named Lucien'and Savannah their own Utopia. in the lead role. Savannah, had The show begins at 8;30 p.m seeing Autumn Leafs' newest standing on a cliff, dreaming of a Unfortunately the musical such an overpowering voice that $10 for the show, and $28.30 for production 'The Gang," it house that they plan to build. • score was distracting. The fact the everyone else in the event was the dinner/show. For informa- seemed like a pleas Theatre, received a lot of hype, as lates civilization as they know it. The score itself was creahvely redefining the idea of opera, "The contemporary opera is a difficult The only surivors are a construc- written, but it would have Gang" needs to go back to the thing to pull off. Unfoctunately tion crew of four. Savannah, worked better as a play. chalkboard. •Ek Cetera* l-l IU Reading and riding on the TTC ments III subway cars, streetears, stumbling block was always mittee is presently working with cities m North America and nC brings ^)iw\ buses money," she said the public and catholic school Europe that make art and poetry I he prt))ei t got under way over A committee of six people vol- boards to organize a poetry con- accessible to public transit users. commuters a a year ago when Dennis Deneau unteer their time to select the test for grade school and high The New York City transit (ill rued the Poetry on the Way poems and handle the production school students. The contest will authority has been running a sim- loinmittee and approached the of the project The committee be held this spring and the win- ilar project called Poetry in distraction Tit with the idea of bringing choses poetry that is less than 15 ners will have their poems fea- Motion for a number of years and poetry to its riders lines, and appropriate for riders of tured on posters in the fall. has even published an anthology from the Deneau was able to secure a all ages to en)oy Urban Outdoor TransAd, the of its poetry. In Canada, one year grant of $45,tKK) from the "We try to find poetry that is company that handles all TTC Vancouver began a similar project grind Canada Council for the Arts to appropriate to the subway adverstising, is supportive of the with BC Transit inl995. cover the cost of printing lie because it is a unic^ue showcase poetry project. The company pro- The Poetry on the Way is a hopes the funding will be extend- for poetry There are 13 million vides the space for the poetry free response from TTC riders. "A lot ed for a few more years. people as a potential audience of of charge, and is also covering the of people would write in saying, '1 By VicroRiA Muscravb I'oetry on the Way features all different types, with all certain cost of installing the posters. was over in London, rode the /V/^ Kffkirti't poetry by authors such as Anne different attitudes towards poetry Yvonne Gibson, marketing Tube and saw their poetry and art, Michaels, I' K Pi'gt", Dionne and life," Deneau said director at Urban Outdoor and they wanted to know when Tln' I"l( IS Li.sin^ piK'try to Hrand and C Gwendolyn Macliwen Deneau said the ethnic diversi- TransAd, sees poetry as having a the TTC would do something like li\rn up thi- cummute (or According to Mary C'uckovic, ty of Toronto is also reflected in place beside advertisements "It that," said Cuckovic Its ridlTs special events co-ordinator at the the project provides editorial content for sub- The poetry project is part of the Last spring, the Poetry on the rrC, previous efforts to start a "We should be expressing the way riders in addition to adver- TTC's plan to incorporate art into Way pru|c'tt began^ I'listers fea- poetry project had been unsuc- cultural richness of the city. We tisements," she said. "As long as it new extensions of the system, that turing the pi)etry i)t well-kmivvn cessful try to do that through the selec- is as sophisticated as it is, we will include the Spadina Streetcar sys- " Canadian authors are now "The TTC had been interested tion of the pcH'ms," Deneau said. continue to support it tem and the new subway stations a[ipearing beside the advertise- in doing it for many years, but the The Poetry on the Way com- The TTC joins a number of on the Sheppard line. tale of sisters A two D Getieratioh Through the Darkness ' By Elizabeth Goncalves on to dazzle crowds around the Golden Globe nominee, Emily •••^* KIck-ass New York City's D Gene- Arts Rfporlfr world. With her passionate and Watson (Breaking the Waves, The •*•• Phat ration's hew CD is a jypical unic^uely, energetic performanc- Boxer) delivers a poignant and punk rock album which guar- icicif 50/50 Whoever said fame and es, Jackie (played by Emily passionate performance as the antees succe^ with their fans, fortune are the keys to Watson), became c^ne of the most flamboyant cellist. however, otljers may not find it happiness did not admired cellists in the world. Rachel Griffiths is brilliant in ^ Sucks as appealing. ,,,,,/., , kncnv the story of Jacc)ueline du But all this meant nothing to the role of Hilary, as are the two TTirough the Darkness' first Pre Jackie, who lived her life young actresses Kceley Flanders single is track one. Helpless, I lilar\ and )ackie is the incred- depressed and wanting some- (young Hilary) and Auriol vyhich is a great attempt at scor- ibl\' moving story of llilary and thing more, something simple l'vans(young Jackie) Evans con- M«de Man ing a pop rock audience. With jiickie chi Pre, musically gifted I'he simple lite was what her \'incingly portrays Jackie as a SUkk the Shocker the song's catchy 'Na na na na,' sisters who led very different sister Hilary (Rachel Griffiths) young aspiring cellist who works Executive producer Master P, hook, the band has finally turned lives. had chosen Hilary gave up her \'igorously at becoming a better who seems to release a new CD out for a sure hit single. In his motion picture debut, music to live in the country and musician, with hopes of joining every v>eek, may have 8core4 - Michele Stefandc director Anand Tucker (best enjoy the simple but fulfilling life her sister on stage for every per- with Silkk the Shc>cker. His New ••• ' known for his documentary of raising a family. formance. Orleans-based No Umt records works), brings to life the true Her sadness would soon be The film is told through the has been behind some garbage Sky story of the 2Uth century cellist, felt by many around the world eyes of each of the sisters, and 'Recently but this disc is a miarkecl Piece of Paradise |acc]ueline. when in 197.\ at the age of 28, unic]uely depicts the experiences improvement thanks to features The Monjtreal duo has made a laccjueline began plaving the Jackie was diagnosed with multi- that shaped each of their lives. by Jay-Z and MYA. The tracks very poor attempt M their first cello as a child in I'ngland, with ple sclerosis The cilsease e\'entu- It is a brilliant tribute to the i^ge from traditional hip-hop CD, A Piece of Paradise is a com- her sister, llutisl Hilar)' Both won ally ended her musical career and spirit of Jacc]ueline, and to Hilary to R&B, and 'You know what we bination bf urban beats with pop numerous accolades lor their caused her death m 1987. Du Pre, who stood by her sister 'bout' (song 7) is a bomb track. melodies. music but It was Jackie who went In the role of Jackie, two-time when she needed her most. Unfortunately however. Snoop With the only decent song Dog also appears on the last being the over-played 'Some track, and the weak lyrics Kinda Wonderful', the band has remind 4T\e why I only liked him pretty well used up their 15 min- when I was 17. utes of fame. • Silkk the Shocker shows he's It Is the kind of CD' that will got skills on this one, but it's Jay- appeal to a very specific audi- Z and MYA that give this tfie ence, and go unappreciated by phat rating. most. -John Chick - Himani Bdiriweera *••• if (and thafs pushing it...) -wwNA^.hea-clsor ta.ils.net I imtm I - I _-i •^ I Lmnnclm I I 5' I and receive the I 2nd Lunch of equal I ^! or lesser value for ^ 2i I 847 Browns Line 5.1 j X I - I (Evans & 427) Etobicoke (416)253-0037 (^K'8TF.\> PfMmi I * Present this coupon with No Take-Out Orders Kmily Watson and Rachel Griffiths star in Hilary and Jackie, the true story of musicians I o I I your order In House specials do not apply ^1 Jacqueline and Hilary du Pre. 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I I Come in for Lunch I •Et Cetera* fniKI \K\ I Id, I'*"!*) Women avoid Grizzly loss what the referee is doing to the nation I'm realK proud ol [u-.) .1 bewilderetl Bv Tim Fokan team Then the interaction Despite (JeorgKui's di-^i iplmnl I .eoiiMan defeiu e Wonifii s \'olU'i/lnill Rcporlfr s bect)mes the coach and the refer- plav, it is.is 1 lumber's m.ibilit\ lo I lunibei thii'e ee, and not the team M\d the refer donun.ile a lesser team lliat u ,is sl.irlers up Iroiil niiU' not be Billy Mcirtin kick- ee tlie continuing slor\ .After llie owned (hi' iH'l, with Iting; dirl on the ump, but CD.Kh A lack of mental focus slowed first game, ,i visibK upset Hood C .iroliiH' lieti liiT (iro- l)ci\L' ll(K)d's jigunii'iit with the tieav ily favoured I lauks team L h.istised his team tor allowing 1 -i \Kiing I'eautiful till- retfree midway thr(.)ugh List all night long- Communication points lo the o\ermatLhed setups rhursdny's ^;ame pro\'ided an problems following an abreviated Gn/./lies. IJLimber middle. Pouell also pLueii amusing sideline warm-up allowed the 1-6 Perfection rovvell blamed the the role of stopper, It also kick-started number's Georgian team to take a 9-8 lead poor defence on a lack of prepara- spiking winners three women's volleyball team into in the first game. tion for the game. times to gain back action against Georgian, as the However, the Hawks "It's hard to get up for a team possession for Hawks swept the Grizzlies 3-0. regrouped after falling behind that's not as good as us," Powell Humber With the second game knotted and put six quick points on the said. "We weren't into it mentalh'. Unfortunately, the at 10-10, the Hawks' head coach board, taking a commanding 14-9 Ph\sicallv vve were going through dominance didn't received a yellow card for protest- lead the motions, but we weren't reall\ continue The 1 lawks ing some questionable screen They were unable to put the into It" allowed the Grizzlies calls. The incident spurred his game away though, letting the number's assistant coach to come back from a lackadaisical squad into finishing Grizzlies claw back to within one Chris Wilkins agrees with Powell 10-2 deficit to tie the "1 off the pesky Grizzlies by reeling point. However, a botched return think we came out here game at 13. 1 lowe\ er, off five unanswered points to win by Georgian on the Hawks' next expecting that the Grizzlies I lumber won the next the game 15-10. serve clinched the game for would )ust give us the game," point on the game's The tear continued into the Humber Wilkins said. "However, it ue best rally, crushing final game as the Hawks jumped For Georgian, it was a disap- don't play up to our potential we an\' remaining fight in 10-2 to an insurmountable lead en pointing finish to a game in which realize that teams can beat us Cieorgian 1 lumber route to a 15-13 win and another they led. However, the fact that And that's exactly what Cieorgian won the Imal point notcli in the win cc^lumn. The Georgian managed to score 13 did, they came very close to beat- quicWK' and took the team stands at 8-0 heading into points on Humber's vaunted ing us tonight." their final four regular season starting squad surprised In spite of number's frustrat- Next Thursdav Lindsay Anderson goes for the power matches- Georgian Head Coach Brad ing inconsistency, of be their biggest moments may j^hot to help lead Humber to victory. "Sometimes the focus has to be Graham. Hawk brilliance re\'ealed why test before the play- taken off the refereeing," Hood "I thought we played really this team is a favourite for the offs. They play at home against indnidual scoring record The said refering to his argument with well," Graham said. "We have 11 provincials. Seneca in a game that, could record was held bv Eugene SeK a the ref."lf the players are con- rookies on a team of 12, and to During the flashy start of the decide first place in the division with SOb points. Rudics currentK' cerned about bad calls, iffy calls, play [that well) against Humber, third game, a technically domi- On a final note, all-star has S29 points. line calls.. .[I'll] fry to deflect from who is number six in the nating Hawk offence picked apart Christine Rudics broke Humber's Hawks pull off the sweep By Brian R. Sylvester Masotti said playing at a high intensity might." Men's Hockey .Mcji ^ //uiii'i/ RqiorltT Masotti explained his version level will) it (We see we can take McFad\en said Cambrian Feb. 4, 5 p.m. Humber Hawks proved of the trap it that one step farther in to a pla\ might not even make it out ol the The The men iiost Mciiun^ ,ii that LDavid really can beat "Oefencemen are taught to hit off setting," Kent said lirsi round, headv words about a \\ cstwood .\rcna. Goliath when Rich Wand their wingers on the break out The win has the Hawks poised team with live plavers m the scored in overtime to defeat the Now if you take away the to seize Cambrian's hold on first league's top nine scorers Cambrian Ciolden Shield, the top- wingers, it only gives them one place in the t)C,A.\ standings ' Women's Volleyball i don't think thev are a good rated Canadian college hockey option hit the centerman. Well, if The Hawks remain one point skating team on the big ice ,-\nd Feb. 4, 6 p. 111. team, 6-5. they don't hit him perfectly he has behind Cambrian with a in game that's where the (.K'.A.A thampi- rhc vv( iiiicii dctcncl ihcir "We won It We knew we were to look back and then our hand onships are im Kitchenerl it pcrtcci rccorti agaiiist going to win, now we |ust proved defencemen are told to go in and The pla\ otfs take place cin the Seneca or Fleming taces them It to ourselves," head coach Paul take his head off," Masotti said large Centennial at home. ice surface m Kitchener, and ' thev could knock them ott, Masotti said. "(They get hit) once and they regardless of where a team finish- McFadyen said Humber also stunned the won't do it again" es in the standings, first or fourth, Men's Basketball Humber tix)k it to the Ck)lden hometown College Boreal The win has the Hawks look- no team will have home ice Shield earlv and had them down Feb. 4, 8 p.m. Cougars 8-2 in the second game of ing forward to the pLnoffs. advantage (unless Kitchener's 4-1 heading into the third period i'hc men's team seeks a two-game weekend road trip to "1 think (the win) is big, espe- Conestoga Condors make the Cambrian rallied and scored tour revenge when it hosts Sudbury. The wins ran the cially this time of year when you playoffs, they remain one point goals to tie it Hawks' winning streak to seven are slowly getting in to the home out). (.xMitcnnial "They looked very unorgan games They arc undefeated in stretch and heading into the play- Kent doesn't want to face Feb. 6, 6 p.m. their last eight ized and nonchalant at times but offs," said winger Chris Cambrian in the first round Men travel to Slicndan to when it got down to ,^n important It is no coincidence that the McFadyen, who had an assist in "1 think we would like to plav take on llicir arch-nvals, winning streak part of the game thev put siinie began after a he the Cambrian game Fleming first Now, it thes' ended the Briuns.. against the Seneca College Sting, players out and tied it up Thev Hawk defenceman Corbie up in third, 1 think we would even when Masotti decided to install a Kent sees the playoffs as a chance want to end up in second and let were dominating us short trap-style defence to answer some questions about someone basicalU beat up handed, ' Kent said Men's Villeyball "The problem before was that the Hawks' abilitv to rise to the Cambrian and take them into a Fnc Hobor and Wand scored Feb. 5, 8:30 p.m. guys weren I keying on their (Kcasion twn goals, while centre lell Bain tough (series) .And St'iieca and T'lic men travel to take on responsibilities So now I'm giv- "It's going to be interesting to Conestoga are two teams that can and defenceman Shawn Kane third place Niagara. ing them responsibility or they see what playoff hockey means to do that, Kent said ' The\ are not added one gcial each tor tlie don't play and it's working," this team because we have been going to back down like Fleming Hawks •Et Cetera* llllHI \K\ I 111 If I'l ' Sports Men sting Seneca and leap the Lords ' I. otfeiii ! sti'pped uji toila) By Dlan Pinkha.m Hir lesiilting in his e|ri.lion fioin the I think wf wiTi' tocusi'd, we were game As a lesult, he must sit out Mil - Kl-Uthlll ;v,7vr(,7 icad\ toi llu-^ game, said the ne\t ii'gular season ganii' -^ < !>' uniln'r inrii s |i,i-,k I Ic iin I'. I>.i. k li lluii win agaiii-~t S'iu\ a trailing P^ Ih The I law ks started i ^ . i H Mill % a\ .llirr ,1 (Mil 1 lie I law ks I aine out m llie, as the second hall w ith a nine to two > 'lU IIU m^ \ K li '[ ITS l.isl u rrk laiiN K'Iferson sank the game's run and later scori'i.1 nine straight im|ini\ 111^ Ihi'ii Ir.i^ur rixoid li'~-2 tiisi two luickels, airlitting his to gi\e themseK'es some breathing Attl I tl v'llIK lllg M\ IIH'VjH'l I learn into an eight-jiomt run 1 ater room Hut delerui' still rLiled the i'iui'1.1 SfiH\.\ stilly ^,l (icS jl Imnu', in the half, llumbers S-foot, II- da\ as Humber w.is able to hold till' lku\k^ Ik'W down the 4l)| to inch guard, SyK io Carta, did what the Lords' big man. Hill Crowdis, l.'--h,u\.i and Lii 1'i.i the winlrss he di>es best, draining three mon- to just 12 points in the half after he Ihirllcini lords I liiniber kept the ster three-pointers to give his team had scored 23 m the first period ^oosf I'^g on tlu' I ord>' rri.i)ri.i, a comfortable 42-2H lead at half- Da\'id l)e A\'erio, a Humber pn'\\iiliny; 7^-71), th.ink.s to a };iill\ time assistant coach, fell that the ke\ to dftt'nsi\ o (ftort I he Sting played with a lot h(,)ldmg Crowdis was to limit the llnnilni's luad (.oath, Mike more intensity in the second half, number of times he controlled the kal/ h.i~ lifrn prrai.hini; detcn- and were able to match the I lavs'ks ball Ni\i.' ir-^p. qwil'ilih to Ins leaiii and shot for shot, but couldn't o\'er- ""iciu ha\'e to deny him the ball till' n--ulN ale ^lun\ in^ come a 14-point deficit. as much as you can. He's a tough Ulii di'Uiue was reall) good, Seneca head coach Rick Dilena gu\' to guard, so you ha\'e to shade Uf pla\ed like 1 think we're eapa- thought his team ctiuld have his left hand a bit because he's left hle,' Kat/ said when asked about played better, especi.illy in the first handed," he said the Seneca \\ in half, but admitted his team is Crowdis, a probable all- Kat/'s pla\ers seem to ha\'e young and will onl\ learn from Canadian, felt his team didn't gotten the niessaj;e and are dedi- games like this one. come out with the same commit- cating theniseKes to the t\'pe of "They |ust outworked us. 1 ment that the\- showed in the first defence that the\ ha\'e to pkiy to knew they would come out play- half. Pnon) UY JOANNh k(IMA.MI\!( win j;anies ing hard and our kids |ust weren't "We basically came down, M Adrian Clarke, in action earlier this season, led the Hawks "We're lociised on defence We read\ for it," Dilena said. "We made one pass, and shot it, which with 18 points against Seneca last week. weren't pLning like that the last ha\'e trouble putting the ball is not our basketball," he said. "We tw o games, once you play defence inside, we're pretty small." try to control the game, but pleased with the Hawks' two- way towards the OCAA provincial \ ou win games," I lawks' forward The Hawks continued their number's a good team and Isaac play, championships, being held at Marcel Lawrence said. defence-first approach at Durham, (King) stepped it up in the second "We talked about not getting Mohawk College in Hamilton, When a team is committed to but with a twist. half. We just didn't stick to the beat off the dribble, just being March 4-6, defence, the offence seems to find In the second half, they turned game plan that we had in the first aggressive and taking some The Hawks play an important a smooth rhythm. For the Hawks, it up a notch. Humber was able to half." chances," De Averio said. game at Sheridan Feb. 6 at 6 p.m Adrian Clarke's 18 points against overcome some questionable offi- De Averio added the team isn't With five out of the next seven It will be a battle of two top teams the Sting and Isaac King's 19 ciating in the first half, in which thinking in a one-dimensional way games on the road, the Hawks will and a possible OCAA playoff pro against [Durham poi\ered i fumber forward Keffrin Dunson was when it comes to defence. In the need to keep playing solid team view. to the two crucial wins. charged with two technical fouls game against the Lords, he was basketball as they forge ahead Women to get mental Super Bowl fan i By Tim Foran not a pre-game fan Winnni -^ Willi'iiihill Rcfoi Icr By John Chick insult our intelligence. Starting with the Feb 4 home game against the 4- Et CHera Staff Perhaps this is why our society 4 C enti'nnial Colts, the 1 lumber women's \o\- is so jaded now - every time we icsball team enters the linal third ot the regular whatever reason, I was turn around, we're being bom- season Forstupid enough to watch the barded with crap. Despite lecent struggles, Humber, the defending entire Super Bowl pre-game But don't get me wrong - 1 like |^ro\iiuial ihamp, rcniiims undeteated at 8-0 and is show this past Sunday. some of the crap and would take lankcd as the earK' ta\ ounle to recapture the C)C AA Having gone home to see my this society, over say, Mongolia. I rown diabetes-afflicted cat and watch It's just not necessary to know I lowc\er, assistant coach C hris Wilkins is not tak- the game with my Dad, I was left intimate information about Jamal ing an\ thing tor granted with nothing to do early on Anderson's house or Mike "We ha\e a lot of experienced athletes and I think Sunday afternoon except soak up Shanahan's kidney J the\- expect to be at the provincials," said Wilkins. seven hours of hype, celebrity ass- No one cares. If you do, please "Hut 1 think [the girls) recognize that we have the Photu Bt Tim Ioras kissing and dunib questions. leave your name and address sol toughest di\ ision out ot the three, and we can't afford Jen de Miranda slides for the ball last week at I love football, and I love the can come over and beat the hell to look ahe.id We ha\i' four tough matches still to Georgian. It's this kind of focus and sacrifice Fox network for their assortment out of you. this ridicu- house, the useless infor- that Coach Hood «ants from his team. of cool trash, but was At my Included in the linal lour games is Feb 11, the last lous. In one segment, actor Jason mation became so annoying that I home ganii- ag.imsi ihr Seneca Sting, a tivim rankecf "The situation is. to be a good team, we ha\ e to go Priestley took a camera crew on a began- drinking a few hours " lOth m (. anad.i Ihr I"! Sfing should provide out and beat weaker teams b\ a lot, said 1 looci "Not tour of bars in Miami's South before I had planned to. It's a- lluiiibei w ilh their toughest lesl belore the b\ beating them b\ two points or four points or fi\e Beach. good thing the game itself sucked, I'l.ninuals llowexer, Seneca head coach Frank points, v\e ha\-e io go out and establish ourselves by Later, Ice Cube and Mack Ten because I felt exhausted by eight, ^ulatNtki Is not willing to gi\ e up his team's ri>le as having them score one, two points, and that's it pulled off an impromptu poolside o'clock. underdog In preparation for the upcoming games and the hiphop show. That wasn't so If the Super Bowl is supposed "1 lumber has suth a strong team that it's reall\ dif- provincials. Hood said he would be concentrating on bad, but, haven't TV executives to be a holiday-like atmosphere,, ficult to come up with a win," said Sulatycki. "I told improving his players' focus The team will practice ever heard of overkill? then why did I feel like I'd gotten- i |1 lumber head coach] Dave I lood that with the expe- short, intense drills and will break their games down How many people actually my ass kicked? rience his team has, it'll be tough for anyone in the into spurts of five points. watched this whole thing and Sure, maybe it wouldn't sound priH ince to beat them "We want to be the first to five, the first to 10, the can^'away eitertained? People so bad if it had been a good game,' I lowev er, a war\' 1 lood does not want to allow his first to 15," said Hood 'We don't look at being the were asking that question when but seven hours is' still sevenjj Hawks to bect)me overconfident Humber's recent first to 15. The mental aspect won't seem to take so these shows were only three hours I'll never get back. mental lapses against Sheridan and Ceorgian indicat- long, because we're only focusing on five points at a hours long. Maybe next year we'll see hid- ed a need tor greater fiKUs, especially when playing time" So what do they do? den camera footage of players against weaker teams ]Eb({>uul U.to seven hqiurs and paying for dtal sex. ; •Et Cetera* KuiHI .\v\ I - 10, f'-i'l Sports Athletes Of the Week Fun and fitness at Perfection Rich Wand Powell Men's Hickey Wimens Walkl 'icA Ilk VdlBybsll u\ cillllk' lM.i1 I' i the good, old YMCA Ilk' (illl\ IDukiC help his K'.ini sLirlcr on the dclc.i l( '.inilin.in v«.i)iiicirs squad ti.n.1 llircc big kills llic Icp i.inkikl Icuii III ( ',111,11.1.1 III llic liiial gaino ag.iinsl (icorgiaii Ik' Is sl\lh III Ilk' ( )( .\ A u nil sl\ Given up on le\ els m a spacious and complete All \'ou ha\i.' to do IS set up an I'livM.-!! IS lounh in ihc league in L'imIs .lllil Id .l^^j^|s lol JJ lokll taulit\ It also includes a running appointnu'iit \\ ith une ol the ini'nv 1)'' pillllls smring w illi 1 total puiiils your Neiv Year's tr.uk o\'erlooking part of the city bership stall, and till out an ajipli- Detibie Small, a full time uni- cation lorm At the meeting, a versity student, said the staft are pa\ nient plan \\\\\ wmked out resolution to get triendlv and always read\ to hel[> V\e want stuLlents without She said that out ot all the avail- Imaniial resmiries to ha\e rt|ual 1 Scoreboard fit? Going some able choices, cardio classes are lier access to oLii t.uilit\," Wultl saitl favourite "All that we ask ol the member, is where Spring "All the classes are great, but I to come twke a week for en]oy aerobics the best," Small After a hearty workout, C het said. tirace Lakes said students can go Break? Stop by Recreational classes such as line upstairs and en|oy a fresh muffin dancing and table tennis are or a healthy salad the YMCA offered at no extra cost. "There are a \ariety of foods Yoga and Tae Kwon Do classes including specials here e\ery day. are available for Humber students Most of the choices are fresh, wanting to balance their health, healthy and prepared on the prem- By H. Meara Paterson spiritual and emotional well ises. And, the prices are reason- being. able." £/ Cetern Staff Ernest Wulff, a full-time mem- The Y, a charitable organization, never too early to start get- bership director, described the focuses on community enrichment It's ting ready for the swimsuit sea- Mississauga Y the best. and development Prt)gram facili- son, and if you think you need "It is a big buffet restaurant tator E:leanor Dumbreck saicj the Y a hand, the YMCA is ready to help where everything is included, and is a fair and equitabk' place The Mississauga Y offers a wide there's lots of \'ariety," he said. The Mississauga \ is lixated at range of activities for getting into For students 18 to 21, the fee is 32? Burnhamthorpe Road and is shape. The choices range from $32 a month, l-'or 22 and over, the open Mon to l-'n. b a m to 11 p m ac|uatics, to carcfio classes and fee is $60 a month. Tlie Y will offer and Sat. and Sun 8 a m to 8 p ni league program^ a student membership assistance It alsi> provides special programs The g\'m is designed o\ er three when needed. for children Spirit team Jams it up at all-star game By Jack Tynan for the group, but all the dancers can be seen between the women's £/ Cetera Staff contribute to their routines. They and men's volleyball games next get some of their ideas from televi- week. Humber women and one sion Five and movies and just keep The team is working on adding big furry bird stepped onto practicing. to its repertoire and have a new the floor at Durham College "We just go over the routines addition to the team A sixth mem- for their first dance competiticin. till we get it down," said Ribieiro. ber, Malika Bryce, is )oining the On Jan. 23, at the OCAA bas- The Jam Team and Skyhawk troupe ketball all-star games, the Humber Jam Team took their high-spirited show and Skyhawk, the Humber Canada Computer Books Iflc mascot, to Durham to compete against George Brown, the only lOflOsofttielatesllitles in stock; other college with a dance team. The winner was chosen by the , brtsofallWsfeiisers.prograiTimefs, audience. -^^" , adniinistrators: linux sofliuafB "Even though our team might be better, it's not judged on per- • I Prompt special order seroice: formance, it's judged on « applause," said team member . ^ "» ^ Mine title searchinq/order ing; Christine Boskovsky. i-— About 20 Humber supporters mftily specials; student tfscouftts I. ^,,,.., (ujithiij) came out to cheer them on. The five Jam Team dancers ?^ 4 Locations lo Serue You (Christine Ribieiro, Jaqueline isassaqiCapferfiriB Ivnis Caipuler Rnis Ttags Cmiuier Boob llldtoin Cnyriir Boob Milligan, Kristin Ditsch, Shauna VOGDuidiSU . WiraiqeSl. 525liymgESi ISOOniimmjIte It fluffy and Boskovsk), all have pre- \ious dance experience. m^nm (416)925-2088 (41G)22IHI '1 alwa\s dance in my ro<")m Questions, comments or story ideas? Contact Erika cv erv single dav," said Boskovsky or - - r^ibieiro IS the choreographer Neil at ex. 4513. Mon. Wed., 10 a.m. 4 p.m.