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VOLUME XXXVIII, ISSUE 15 MARCH 20, 2012 A gouda time to eat cheese
Kim Moreau couldn’t help but sample was The Chronicle the Goutine, a combination of smoked gouda and poutine. A grilled cheese sandwich, Students hand-cut the fries for a comforting, nostalgic bite to the sandwich the day before. eat for many, became the mis- “The opportunities here are sion of a Durham College culi- amazing,” said Cheryl Regier, nary battle last week. one student on the Goutine On March 14, the South Vil- team. lage Dining Hall transformed Toward the end of the battle, into a sweat-inducing culinary Lovisa left his booth to meet competition between college his competition and taste their president Don Lovisa and three work. His booth, and Team teams of culinary skills stu- Fletner’s Southern Crunch, had dents. been two of the more popular Each team was tasked with throughout the day. crafting the best grilled-cheese While serving his sandwich, sandwich. Although guests be- Lovisa was asking students gan arriving at noon, before- how their grades were and if hand teams were quickly and they were enjoying their se- diligently preparing their per- mester. After tasting his com- sonal masterpieces and leaving the dining hall with an inescap- stretch of the judging and cook- able aroma of cheese. ing, Lovisa admitted he should As students, staff, faculty, have started earlier. The event, hosted by Ara- the hall, the teams began serv- mark and the culinary skills ing their sandwiches, explain- program, proved a large suc- ing a bit about it, and sizing up cess with guests mingling and their competition. discussing how delicious their Recipes ranged from the favourite recipe was. Southern Crunch, a pulled pork and coleslaw concoction referred to by creator Miranda which was added to the judge’s Fletner as “nice classic comfort scores, worth a total of 110 food,” to a sandwich with mac points. and cheese and bacon, to Lovi- Later in the evening Team sa’s own “big cheese.” Fletner was awarded their title Although Lovisa helped cook up a storm, it was his son, cheese cook-off with their a chef, who was responsible for pulled pork, local pine river Kim Moreau his cheesy work of art. gouda, creamy coleslaw on One booth curious tasters sourdough creation. THE IRON CHEF: Don Lovisa cooked grilled cheese for the residents and judges at South Village in the grilled cheese cook-off. Morillo puts UOIT on the map records. Morillo now holds the Ridge- Zak McLachlan backs record for most all-time goals and The Chronicle points. Her exceptional performance on the It was a season to remember for Jill "#$ Morillo, captain of the UOIT Ridge- all-star team and the second all-Cana- backs women’s hockey team. Among dian team. her number of awards and accolades, Morillo has also made a name for the Whitby native won the Marion Hill- herself in the classroom, earning - #"% R back ever to win a major CIS award. two years as a nuclear engineering stu- The Marion Hilliard award is given dent. She was also named a CIS aca- to the athlete best showing excellence demic all-Canadian last season. in hockey, academics and community involvement. Durham Athletics ! - See Ridgebacks on page 25 ished third in OUA scoring with 32 RIDGEBACK HISTORY: Jill Morillo receiving the Marion Hilliard award. points, which set a number of team 2 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Campus A shot at robotic success Ireland
Jordan Lloyd Teams from each school offering The Chronicle were informed six weeks ago on Jan. 7 that their objective was The creative minds of future to build a basketball-tossing pathway engineers were on display dur- robot. ing the FIRST robotics compe- Strategy was also a major tition at UOIT from March 9 part of the competition. Teams to 10. FIRST (For Inspiration also had to make the decision to study and Recognition of Science and on what type of robot they were Technology) Robotics Canada going to build, a shot-blocker Kim Moreau took over the campus wellness or a shooter. The Chronicle centre in Oshawa for a three- On tournament day they day, three-on-three tourna- were to form an alliance with New educational path- ment dubbed the rebound rum- two other teams and come up ways could have students ble. with a game plan together. packing their bags and First Robotics Canada is a Jordan Lloyd Each game lasts for only three heading to Ireland. registered charity and was es- minutes for each group to score While many students tablished in 2001. In 2004 it TINKER TIME: David Zukoysky (left) and Alexandre Malo as many baskets as possible. furthering their education established a new mission to (right) from Quebec, working on their robot during halftime. At the end of the time limit the bring inspiration to high school alliance with the most points across the province and and elementary school students The organization held the R moved on. the country, new opportu- to pursue further careers in sci- ' member of the FIRST robot- The qualifying rounds be- nities are always arising to ence, technology and engineer- the Hershey Centre in Missis- ics Canada GTA east planning gan on March 9 and continued travel outside of the conti- ing. sauga in 2002 and has operat- committee. the next morning, giving room nent. It offers opportunities for ed annually ever since. “FIRST liked how well the / - Durham College recent- students, working in teams “FIRST has had a presence campus and athletic facilities nals later in the day. The chal- ly signed an agreement of- and assisted by expert adult on the campus before with the worked for the Lego competi- lenges change each year for the fering an opportunity for mentors, to build robots and FIRST Lego league in Janu- tions, and when looking for a competition, giving students students to transfer to sev- take part in tournaments that ary but this competition marks new host for this competition a chance to learn new sets of eral universities in Ireland. feature competitions, judged only the second time a compe- #"% *P skills to be applied later on. “The Irish are so ex- awards and other forms of rec- tition like this has been held 36 teams from high schools cited about welcoming ognition. University and col- at an Ontario university,” said representing Ontario, Quebec, competition will move on to Ontario grads,” said Judy lege scholarships are also po- Justine MacIsaac, an admis- Michigan and Alberta all took compete in St. Louis at the end Robinson, vice-president tential prizes. part in the competition. of April for a world title. of academics for Durham College, who is enthusias- tic about the cultural and educational experiences this will offer students. Recognizing research on campus Programs currently in- volved include business Tracey Fidler programs, electronic en- The Chronicle gineering, Internet appli- cations and web develop- Thursday, March 15 marked the second ment, hospitality manage- annual Research Day at Durham College. ment and hospitality ad- Faculty, staff and students gathered to ministration. showcase the college’s applied research On March 28, Irish del- projects. egates will be venturing to : ;<<= > ' R " Durham College to speak of Research Services and Innovation has to interested students been collaborating with local small and about the possibilities medium-sized businesses to assist them available to them if they in bringing their inventive and innovative choose to study in Ireland, ideas to fruition. including available schol- The department has enlisted faculty and arships. students from various schools to help these companies with proof of principle testing, product research, development and com- mercialization. At the event, student researchers and Tracey Fidler Correction faculty members gave presentations show- RESEARCH DAY 2012: - A recent article about casing several of the projects. search Services and Innovation director Debbie McKee Demczyk and Durham a Hot and Healthy work- One project involved the conversion of College president Don Lovisa presented Electronics Engineering Technology shop contained personal a gas-powered all-terrain vehicle into an ! " ! information about the electric, battery-powered prototype. A sec- on an applied research project. ond presentation described creating a ma- guest speaker at the event, chine that could output paper packaging Don Carter, that Mr. Cart- chips as an alternative to less eco-friendly port for applied research, and describe K " : er did not consent to being materials, such as Styrofoam. the important role it has played for all in- director Debbie McKee Demczyk handed included in the article. Third-year Electronics Engineering volved. The article also mis- Technology students Cameron Magder, “Our goal is to respond to business faculty who have been instrumental in the stated who was organizing Adam Singh and Daniel Percy Araujo and industry needs for practical solutions various projects. and hosting the event. The worked together with REGEN Energy to through applied research and innovation, Jeffrey Pang and Bill Bellamy, students event was hosted by the create an electrical controller for heating while providing real-world experience for in the Motive Power Technician program, LGBTQ Centre of Durham and cooling units that will reduce energy our students and an opportunity for our shared the award for top student research- College and UOIT and the consumption, saving clients’ money and faculty to engage with our students and er. They assisted in the testing of Innova- AIDS Committee of Dur- lowering environmental impact. our curriculum in a very different way,” tive Solutions Inc.’s Monopole technology, ham. “It’s been a really good experience for us said Robinson. which was designed to decrease fuel con- The Chronicle apologiz- as students,” said Magder. “We’ve trans- According to Lovisa, close to 100 stu- sumption in vehicles. es to Mr. Carter, the AIDS lated [our education] into a real-world ap- dents and 30 faculty and staff members Biomedical Engineering Technology Committee of Durham Re- plication.” have participated in applied research proj- professor Richard Tidman was presented gion, and the LGBTQ Cen- Fellow research assistant Singh de- ects at Durham College since April 2010. with the top faculty researcher award for tre for any embarrassment O ! *P ' ! " : - his work on the Biomedical Knowledge or inconvenience caused Durham College president Don Lovisa es and Innovation is engaged in 27 projects Portal, a health care management system by the article. and vice-president academic Judy Robin- for the 2011/2012 academic year. aimed at organizing and locating biomedi- son were in attendance to show their sup- At the end of the presentations, Robin- cal equipment in hospitals. Campus The Chronicle March 20, 2012 3 DC/UOIT team up to ride
Emily Wood get a student’s basic informa- The Chronicle federation membership to sign Durham College and UOIT them up. No tryouts are neces- are jumping to join other Cana- sary to join the team. Students dian college’s and universities, are only required to be able to participating in a province- compete at the Trillium level. wide competition with the new- Five members have partici- ly-formed equestrian team. pated in competitions since the The team, formed in Sep- fall, not including the two cap- tember, 2011, is headed by cap- tains. So far the team has col- tains Jenna Lewis and Lindsay lected one 6th place ribbon, one Weeks and competes through 7th and two 8th places at compe- the Ontario Universities Eques- titions, of the six they have at- trian Association (OUEA). tended this academic year. Before beginning their stud- Many more students are ies in commerce at UOIT last interested in attending these year, Weeks and Lewis were shows and the team’s Facebook contacted by the president of group has 40 members. But the OUEA about getting the the captain’s have found that team started. Initially they getting people to commit to did not realize they would be the team has been the biggest the captains of the team, but * ' thought they would be regular - members once the team was es- nances contribute to their hesi- tablished. Emily Wood tation, as well as show sched- “We took it on blindly and, I ules, since competitions are know I’m biased, but I feel like EXCITED TO RIDE THEIR WAY TO GOLD: First-year Commerce student at always held on Sunday’s. we’ve done an okay job [with- UOIT, and Equestrian team captains Lindsay Weeks and Jenna Lewis smile in ex- “We don’t show because it out] having a whole lot of guid- citement about their new horseback riding team at DC and UOIT. gets a little bit complicated ance,” said Weeks. The girls, with just a few people on the who said they thought the team es and coaches in various loca- Members are not required Ontario and Quebec and at- team, they need a little more would be a neat way to meet to provide their own horses tend local shows as well, col- help,” Weeks said. “It’s just eas- new people with similar inter- costly to do their own thing. for the monthly Trillium level lecting points to qualify for the ier if you’re just there to direct “The whole point of this pro- competitions, but instead use - people,” Lewis agreed. barn where the team could take gram is to make it fun and in- horses donated by the hosting sity teams. To compete at this The captains described the lessons as a group. expensive, so people can ride barns. This helps to cut down level, students must be have an atmosphere of the team as “At every barn that we went during school,” said Weeks, an on costs, allowing riders to Ontario Equestrian Federation open and friendly and them- to or contacted, they were re- Eventing rider herself, which focus on covering the cost of membership, for an annual fee selves as strong promoters of ally supportive. It’s a really well involves competing in three each event. The cost is $50 per of $60. good sportsmanship at compe- known program that’s put to- different riding disciplines. competition, which covers both Becoming a member is sim- titions. gether well. We didn’t have any “As long as they’re with a good, ple, with Lewis and Weeks will- The girls have developed problems,” said Weeks. knowledgeable coach and we fences, said Lewis, who prac- ing to go through the formali- strong friendships with the But the team has yet to or- !R - tises dressage. ties for students. They require other teammates and spend ganize its group lessons. Most dent in what they’re doing, [it’s Sixteen teams are involved only a quick conversation, their time together, in and out members have their own hors- not a big issue].” through the OUEA, from both which they can do online, to of school. A long wait for child day care Hillary Di Menna will be too late.” for every 10 children. The older The Chronicle Campaign 2000 is a national kids bring in the most business education movement to end / * As of January 3,000 chil- child poverty. Their 2011 re- Childcarecanada.org “de- dren are on a waiting list for port card shows families with constructs” the Drummond subsidized daycare in Durham. children make up the major- Report, named after economist Children at the top of the list ity of low-income households. Don Drummond whom Ontario signed on in July 2009. The Though there is no set poverty hired to suggest ways the prov- wait time is between two and line in Ontario, the Canadian ince can balance the province’s three years. Council on Social Development budget. The report suggests “Kids will age out before suggests single parents with that provincial government to getting their spot,” Oshawa one child making under $23, cut full-day kindergarten. councillor and former Durham 561 are living in poverty as are If it remains, then additional College student Amy England, two-parent families living with funding is needed for daycares. said in an interview with The two children and making under The Ontario government de- Chronicle. $30, 424. cided against the suggestions, At a February regional coun- “I believe childcare is one keeping full-day kindergarten cil meeting she proposed the re- of the key components in our and not increasing funding for gion spend $100,000 to create economic development,” said Hillary Di Menna outside childcare. 10 subsidized childcare spots. England. She adds that parents The website says without who can afford daycare may en- JUNIOR SCHOOL: Tiffany Noseworthy, an ECE caregiver Ontario government funding, against England’s proposal 4-3. ter the workforce and stay out at Walnut Street Junior School in Whitby, holds one of her childcare centres will be forced As it stands the Ontario gov- of the system. students, Patience. Right now, day care waiting lists are at to close as their fees will in- ernment pays 80 per cent of Another bonus England an all-time high in the Durham Region. crease up to 30 per cent. daycare subsidy. found through her research was Durham Region works with The region pays for the rest. that children who have early years of a child’s development ing childcare facilities are aged a program called Durham’s England continues to campaign education are 90 per cent more are extremely important and * Best Start program. for low-income families and likely to attend university. * This age group requires one The group’s goals include tries to speak out for children. In 2005, Early Years Centres The impact full-day kinder- staff for every eight children, improving wages for early “These kids won’t have a opened as a result of research garten has on daycares is po- up to 16 children, as per On- childhood professionals, pro- voice until they turn 18,” she done by Dr. Fraser Mustard tentially harmful for children tario law. viding equipment for subsi- said. and Margaret McCain. Their up to three years old. Children under 18 months of dized daycares and creating “And when they turn 18 it \ The majority of children us- age require three staff members more subsidized care spots. 4 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 TO CONTACT US
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Daycare changes priorities Danielle MacDonald Advertising After 20 years of operation the Durham told The Chronicle how happy the school her daycare costs as long as she is attend- College-run Early Childhood Education was with the service. “When you consider ing school or working. If Gammon stops “I thought Durham Child Care lab closed in 2009. UOIT took international recruiting efforts for both going to school and does not go back into College had a daycare.” it over and it is now the Campus Child- students and faculty having campus child- the workforce right away she would lose care Centre (CCC). Both schools promote care available is very important.” the help and have to start all over. the care centre on their websites, word for Lovisa said there are other daycares in Starting over in the daycare system, word, yet only UOIT students get priority the area, and DC students and staff can still subsidized or not, can be a daunting task. on the waiting list. use the services of the CCC. They just won’t If parents lose work, as many do in a time When college president Don Lovisa be- have priority on the waiting list. when jobs in Oshawa are few, and take came president in 2008, taking over the Waiting lists for daycare are a burden their children out of daycare temporarily reins of a college in serious debt, he was for many parents. Websites such as Wait- ! ! ! forced to cut certain programs, including ingforchildcarenow.ca petition for provin- put on the bottom of a waiting list. the ECE Child Care lab. cial help on the matter. Lovisa said the decision to close the The facility was both a daycare giving A recent durhamregion.com article re- daycare had its supporters and detractors. priority to DC students and staff, and a ported there are nearly 3,000 children on “There are people who oppose you and the Jessica Lucci lab school for Durham College ECE stu- the waiting list for subsidized daycare, and people who support you.” Dental Hygiene dents to learn and apply their skills. With those on the top of the list have been there At the time of closing there were pro- 73 spots at the childcare centre, children since July 2009, coincidentally the year tests by parents and supporters of the lab “Yeah! It will make >' ^_ Durham College got out of the day care school, but the college felt it had to proceed education accessible of those. The Toronto Star reported, in a business. with its budgetary decision. for everyone.” 2009 article, that the educational lab and Roxanne Lambert, co-chair and direc- “It’s not a part of our core business,” care centre lost $280,000 – which didn’t tor of Children’s Services Division said the said Lovisa, adding the college’s money help the college’s debt situation any. number rose above 3,000 March 12. Lam- should be going toward having the best The college’s budget is now balanced, bert does not know the number of chil- teachers and the best classes. He said the but there are no plans to re-open a child- dren not on subsidy on daycare wait lists business of childcare needs to go to exter- !* % as these lists are managed on a centre-by- nal daycares. “That’s their core business UOIT. centre basis. and this is ours.” Though Durham College students and $ { ! > As for the CCC being advertised on the staff were once a priority on the daycare’s College student in the law clerk and legal Durham College website under the Stu- waiting lists, CCC employee Dianne Mar- administration program, gets subsidized dent Experience link, the only connection shall said that is no longer the case. How- daycare. between the school and daycare is the con- ever, it is the case for UOIT students, “I didn’t know we still didn’t have the venient proximity. UOIT’s director of human resources and daycare,” said Gammon. She is a mother With waiting list times being as high as ` ! K * of a four-year-old girl who is currently in they are, perhaps it’s time the college re- Harley Brignall Lapp said though the daycare is in- a different daycare. Gammon said she re- thought its position and partnered with dependently operated, UOIT helps bal- membered attending the ECE Child Care UOIT to support the Campus Childcare Computer Systems lab when her own mother was a Durham Centre. Technology childcare access close by for its students College student. She agreed that having a “I see a lot of women around * % ! ! ! Hillary Di Menna campus with children.” gained this access Lisa Banks, UOIT’s di- the people of the college. rector of communications and marketing, The government helps with a portion of
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R Gionfriddo. “We can buy the Robynne Henry but the reprints cost about $19 student version of the bus pass The Chronicle and $20. for $99, but I would have to be Reprints for Durham, Niag- there the week before to actu- For some students at Dur- ara and Humber cost students ally get hold of one.” The bus ham College and UOIT, it’s a $10. For Centennial and George drivers are very strict with the lifeline to get from school, to Brown, reprints cost $12. bus passes. Some bus drivers home and to work. It allows The UPASS (the student will kick a student off if they do students who don’t drive safe bus pass), is an agreement the not have their ID card on them transportation from September school has with the Durham when requested. Gionfriddo to May, or May to August. Regional Transit (DRT). Beth uses bus tokens, which are a It allows students access to Smith, the liaison between Dur- little cheaper than getting the the gym, and ice rink, the abil- ham-UOIT and DRT, works to adult bus pass for $120. ity to borrow equipment for make sure the card is available With her student card, she class assignments, entrance to to students. has the option to get into any student-centered events at E.P. Robynne Henry “The UPASS is extremely University of Toronto library, Taylor’s and Shagwell’s, and cost-effective for our students,” gyms, and any other facilities sometimes access to exams. SHOWING OFF THEIR ID CARDS: Stephanie Arndt and Smith said. “Therefore, we will offered to students. The student ID card is a Brendan King from the Human Resource Management continue to work with region Gionfriddo says that it would program show off their student ID cards. in order to keep it affordable.” be easier for her if her student for students, one that students Durham and UOIT are among ID was a bus pass, and she often don’t know too much cards to other colleges and ing the summer, they surveyed a few colleges and universi- wouldn’t have to worry about about or take for granted. universities, it is sometimes Carleton, Waterloo, Western, ties that offer the bus pass to not having tokens for the bus. Students who live on cam- George Brown, Centennial and students, and it helps take the “If it was included in tuition, pus, can access their meal plan school websites or someone to Niagara. worry of getting to school off I don’t have to worry about it \ talk to. Out of the schools asked, their minds. for the rest of the year,” Gion- their cards. “We did surveys in the sum- only George Brown had mul- “I use my ID mostly for the friddo said. “All I would have Thanks to the Student Asso- P - tiple places to get IDs on their P ! - to worry about is getting to ciation, full-time students are tion co-ordinator Judy Kellar. multiple campuses like Dur- cal Engineering student Alana and from classes on time, and also offered a bus pass for the “The girl that was doing it ham. Humphrey, who has to go out I won’t get stranded if I don’t months they are taking classes. to the Whitby campus for class- have any money or tokens on The price is added to fees on person that could speak on be- reprints were similar or on dif- es. “It’s very useful to full-time me.” top of tuition. half of the ID process. A lot of ferent levels, depending on the students, because we use the As well as offering a number For full-time students the people are in amongst student school. buses a lot.” of options on campus, students price will be going up from $70 - “Some schools don’t charge The University of Toronto are offered discounts if they to $73.50 for Durham College brary services, facilities, and so Scarborough campus is among show their card at local busi- students and the summer price on.” arm and a leg for the reprint,” the schools that don’t offer a nesses and restaurants. will rise from $80 to $83.50. When comparing the prices Kellar said. Along with Durham bus pass to students with the “Many places have student Durham College students are for the student cards with other College, Centennial’s and Ni- card, but do offer students the discounts, “ said Kellar. “Show charged up front, while UOIT colleges and universities, there R opportunity to get bus passes. your card anywhere off cam- students have to pay per se- are similarities with some and a $15.23. Humber doesn’t charge “It’s kind of like high school pus… I’ve even heard of stu- mester. big difference with others. ! (when some schools sold bus dents receiving a discount in When comparing Durham During the surveys the George Brown charges $12. passes),” said second-year An- Europe, because they had a College’s and UOIT’s student % - Carleton and Waterloo have no thropology student Samantha valid college ID.” 6 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Campus MS charity walk Youth mostly ignoring set for late April the dangers of tanning
Tracey Fidler visions close to the college and Tracey Fidler deadliest form of skin can- The Canadian Cancer So- The Chronicle Camp Samac off Simcoe Street. The Chronicle cer, by 75 per cent. Melanoma ciety is advocating for strict- Canadians have one of the is one of the most common er Canada-wide laws when Every step will bring us clos- highest rates of MS in the Gym. Tan. Laundry. That’s cancers among young people it comes to tanning salons. er to a cure. world, with about 1,000 new the Jersey Shore motto. aged 15 to 29 in Canada. They’d like to see those under On Sunday, April 22, the cases diagnosed every year. This popular reality show “UV rays are damaging 18 banned from using tanning Multiple Sclerosis Society of It is the most common neu- glamorizes dark, tanned skin, to the skin,” says Campus beds. Canada is hosting the Oshawa- rological disease affecting with its main young stars vis- Health Centre nurse Teresa Other countries, such Whitby MS Walk to raise mon- young adults in Canada. Ac- iting tanning salons regularly. Engelage. “They change the as Scotland, Germany and ey for multiple sclerosis. cording to the Multiple Sclero- Recent attempts to try to skin cells, aging your skin France, and a number of All of the net proceeds will sis Society of Canada, countries educate them about the dan- prematurely.” states in the U.S., have put go to the Durham Region MS farther away from the equator, gers of tanning, such as mela- As well, using tanning beds bans in place. chapter, providing local sup- like Canada, tend to have high- noma awareness advertising can increase the risk of cata- Health Canada’s tanning port services for those in Dur- er rates of MS. campaign Dear 16-Year-Old racts, a clouding over of the safety guidelines suggest op- ham living with MS. “There are many theories,” Me, have gone somewhat ig- eyes. erators should not allow those “It’s a great, fun, family-ori- says Ansell. “But some studies nored. Still, despite the risks, a under 16 to use tanning beds, ented event that gives hope to suggest the higher rates are due According to the Canadian high number of individuals however, it is up to the indi- individuals in the Durham Re- > !*P Cancer Society, 50,000 On- still continue to use indoor vidual salon to decide if they gion living with MS,” says event Multiple sclerosis is a neu- tario youth use tanning beds, tanning equipment, many of will follow these guidelines. A co-ordinator Nicole Ansell. rological disorder, attacking exposing themselves to dan- those being youth. recent survey by the Canadian Check-in time for partici- the central nervous system. gerous levels of ultraviolet “I know it’s bad for you,” Cancer Society found that 60 pants and volunteers is 8:30 It can cause a wide range of radiation. In fact, the levels says 29-year-old loan op- per cent of tanning facilities a.m. in the Gordon Willey symptoms, including paralysis, from a tanning bed can be up / did not ask the age of young Building of Durham College. slurred speech, fatigue, blurry tanner Krista MacArthur of tanners. They will be able to sit in the vision, memory problems and a than the sun. Whitby. “But I like the way I Engelage says she has seen Marketplace and eat a light loss of balance. In 2009, the International % many youth come in with con- breakfast before the race be- MS can occur at any age, but Agency for Research on Can- it relaxing, lying in the heat.” cerns about their skin.“We gins and lunch afterwards. is most commonly diagnosed cer upgraded tanning beds She says she also tans be- have students on many occa- “Durham College has gener- between 15 and 40. from a probable carcinogen to fore she goes on vacation, as sions come to see the physi- ously donated the space,” says For more information, or to a known carcinogen. she believes a base tan will cian about skin discolouring Ansell. “It’s a huge cost savings learn how to become involved, Studies by the Interna- protect her from burning. and mole changes,” she says. for us.” contact Nicole Ansell at 1-800- tional Agency for Research However, according to the To achieve that “summer The walk begins at 10 a.m., 268-7582, extension 3123, or on Cancer have determined Canadian Cancer Society, this glow,” Engelage suggests us- and participants have the op- email her at nicole.ansell@ms- that using tanning equipment is a myth. A base tan does not ing self-tanning cream or society.ca. To learn more about before the age of 35 increases protect skin from the sun, nor spray as a safe, effective alter- 10-kilometre route, which will multiple sclerosis, visit www. the risk of melanoma, the does it prevent burning. native to tanning beds. stretch around several subdi- mssociety.ca. Talkin’ bout first generation
Natasha Cohen First generation students The Chronicle on campus are students whose their family. parents or guardians have not “I think it provides a sense First generation students attended a post-secondary in- of community, it gives students had a relaxing morning break stitution. Durham College and an opportunity to take a break at Tim Hortons with First Gen- the Ministry of Training, Col- in their day and connect with eration student co-ordinator # other students.” Lucy Romao Vandepol. generation students support. Vandepol said holding an She held an event called “My job is to support stu- event like this lets students Lattes with Lucy on March 14. come out to meet her who Students could join the First family or generation to go to haven’t and ask questions, pro- Generation student co-ordina- college or university,” said vide feedback, and suggestions. Vandepol. ~ - students for a latte at the Tim - tion student’s concern is usu- Hortons in the Student Servic- nator supports students while ally time management and try- es building. they work towards becoming ing to balance life with school, family and jobs and becoming acquainted with being a college student. “I’m always encouraging students to come and see me,” said Vandepol. “I’m very open and approachable. I’m friendly. I can connect them with any of the resources on campus. I can provide them information on what else is available. Another thing I can do is sit down with students and help them set up goals for the year, and create an action plan for success.” Students who want to meet ~ the Student Services building in room 211 of the Student Life * Students can follow her on >' Facebook at facebook.com/DC- * Campus The Chronicle March 20, 2012 7 New updates for MyCampus DC/UOIT rank
Emily Wood tage of newer technologies that dents by surprise with these The Chronicle have become available.” updates, which prevent access The software update will to certain aspects on the MyC- among the coolest Since the recent MyCampus provide more security around ampus portal. outage this February, many credit card numbers and other The February upgrade to students at Durham College student information. But the the Banner 8 software, for ex- Hillary Di Menna Arts poll. have been left wondering what administrative services are ample, prevented access to the The Chronicle Kendall also sent kudos to improvements can be seen in used by faculty and staff of both administrative services. Pay- DC’s other art programs and the wake of the update. schools as well, used by human ment of fees, web registration, Before ushering the new, the Student Association’s ef- But this most recent update - class schedules, grades and some like fond memories forts in bringing big bands to MyCampus was primarily an sions departments. transcripts were unavailable and closure of the past. To do to Oshawa, using The Sheep- upgrade to the Banner 8 soft- Zorbas said that ideally, the from Friday, Feb. 17 through this, the Broken Arts families dogs as an example. ware, said Dino Zorbas, direc- update should have happened Monday, Feb. 20. created an Internet poll in “I can’t speak for UOIT,” tor of administrative informa- a year ago and was originally “[The outage calendars] are December asking the public he wrote. tion services. scheduled to occur last Novem- available to make sure that we what the coolest things of “But I know they’re work- Updates to the Banner soft- ber. But the support staff strike have windows of opportunity 2011 were in Oshawa. Dur- ing on getting cooler and ware, which has been used by interfered. to do the work that we need to ham College and UOIT made eventually I’m sure the uni- the college and university since Scheduling a time for these do and to be…least disruptive versity will attain the level the 80s, must be done every outages to the system is prob- to students and the student coolest in Oshawa. of coolness enjoyed by other two to four years to continue lematic and carefully consid- schedules. The Broken Arts’ seasonal universities.” receiving support for the soft- ered to prevent the disruption ”The IT department makes zine, Now or Never, debuted Now or Never is sold ware. of students as much as possible. an effort to keep students in- its third edition March 3. The through The Broken Arts at This regular maintenance These outages are typically formed about any upcoming inside content focused on the their events as well as down- provides tweaks to issues not scheduled about a year in ad- outages, says Zorbas. Other poll results. town Oshawa businesses seen by students on the surface vance where a lull in the aca- maintenance to MyCampus is Scott Kendall wrote about such as café, Cocoa and Joe, level of MyCampus. demic calendar can be found, done yearly, more frequently DC and UOIT’s win, focusing for $4. A development team of 13 avoiding exam periods, reg- on the MBM rogram. The Broken Arts is an members from the IT depart- ! within the system. “The program at the col- Oshawa group that puts on ment spend four to six months deadlines. “It added a little bit more lege that tries the hardest to concerts, craft fairs, costume preparing for the update, mak- “Because of the college and functionality,” said Zorbas of ‘make Oshawa cool’ is Mu- parties, games and other ing necessary adjustments to the university both using the the November 2011 upgrade to sic Business Management,” unique events. Everything is the system before implement- same system, we have to make MyCampus. “But on the back wrote Kendall. all ages. The group serves as ing the changes. sure that the timing is right for end we beefed it up so it would Abel Renton is co-own- a network of artists of all me- “As with any software ap- everybody,” said Zorbas. perform better and handle a er of local music label, Get diums. plication, over time, updates “We usually aim for a long bigger load.” Bent Records, and also one Founder Harley Pageot and upgrades are released by weekend some time in the cal- Notices of any outages to of the MBM program’s new- was a guest on DC’s campus the vendor,” said Zorbas. “New endar year.” MyCampus will continue to be est teaching staff. The label radio station, Riot Radio, \ Outage calendars are also advertised via e-mail and on ranked second in the Broken March 8. new features and take advan- provided so as not to take stu- the portal. 8 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Campus Be Superman-donate blood
cipient. dian Blood Services encourage Every 60 seconds one a short health questionnaire, Not everyone has the same people to donate at least once take an iron test, then sit back blood type. In fact there are so they know their blood type and depending on individual four main blood groups each and get a quick health check. Canadian needs blood feelings towards needles, look divided into positive and nega- However, not everyone can away while the nurse extracts tive types. The types include donate. Staff at donor clinics the blood. The whole process A,B, AB, and the most common don’t put anyone at risk, so takes about an hour, and that O. there are restrictions on people Tara Oades one blood donation has the po- includes recovery time. Not all blood types are com- who can donate. The Chronicle tential to save multiple lives.” “The process is 100 per cent patible with each other, which “All donors have to weigh About 900,000 units of safe, all equipment is only used means if the donor was ever over 110 pounds, have nor- You don’t have to be Super- blood are collected every year once, and the nurse can stop at in an emergency they can be mal iron level and be in per- man to save a life. in Canada, and are distributed anytime if the donor feels dizzy helped quicker just by knowing fect health,” said Niras. “Also, Any average person between to over 800 hospitals across the or sick,” said Jessica O’Neil, their blood type. donors have to wait six months 17 and 61 years-of-age in good country. a nurse with Canadian Blood after having dental work, health can save three in an However, depending on the Services in Oshawa. “It’s rec- the blood is tested, Canadian getting a tattoo or a pierc- hour, which makes Superman treatment or situation, one ommended that donors drink Blood services will send out a ing. We don’t take blood from look bad. patient could require up to 50 plenty of water, and don’t skip card with the individual’s blood people who need it to stay Impossible? It’s not when units of blood, and most hospi- any meals the night before to type on it for easy proof. healthy which is why the re- you donate blood. tals only have four to six days help smooth along the process.” Also when the donors strictions are necessary. According to Canadian worth of blood at their disposal. Other than a few dizzy pa- blood goes through testing, if O Blood Services, every 60 sec- For example, leukemia tients the main problem is low anything pops up that is irregu- litres of blood in their system, onds one Canadian is in need treatment for one patient re- iron, she said. lar the individual is contacted and clinics only extract about of blood. One unit of blood, quires eight units of blood per About 400,000 Canadians ! \ half a litre. If the person is equivalent to half a litre, which week, and car accident victims, donate blood regularly every a problem that they wouldn’t healthy and has normal iron is what is taken from each do- depending on the amount of year, but according to Canadi- have know they had otherwise. levels, why not donate,” said nor on a single visit, can save damage, can require over 50 an Blood Services, 10 per cent O% Niras. three lives. units of blood per patient. of donors are turned away be- year,” said Daniel Edey, a busi- Giving half a litre away is “Donated blood is separated Not many people know that cause their iron levels are too ness student at UOIT. “It’s a a small price to pay to save into three components, red donated blood has an expiry low to donate. little uncomfortable, but after multiple lives, she said. cells, plasma and platelets,” date of 42 days, so clinics are “Eating meats, nuts, and a couple seconds you don’t no- Students interested in said Carol Niras a representa- constantly looking for new do- vegetables can help raise iron tice, plus it feels great knowing donating blood can visit the tive for Canadian Blood Servic- nors, said Niras. levels suitable for donation,” that I’m helping someone in Canadian Blood Services es on Harmony Road in Osha- The donation process is said O’Neil. need.” * wa. “Each one can be given to a short, free, relatively painless, > Donors can give blood up to permanent or mobile clinic different patient, which is why and offers unlimited cookies. donor just as much as the re- seven times a year, and Cana- near them. Campus The Chronicle March 20, 2012 9
Public On the road to recovery
she said. “It was really nice.” plaining of major pain at the bad as the doctors thought. Relations Robynne Henry Teachers sent her any home- age of 10 when doctors found With the surgery fast ap- The Chronicle work she needed to get done, out she had something wrong proaching, Cabral still made and friends helped carry her with her. time to do a modelling show students For one Durham College books and bags when it got to “When I was 10, I went to the in Niagara Falls. She had been student, being told that she be too much for her. doctor for a lot of pain in my modelling until she was 16, and wouldn’t be able to do some- Even through the pain of abdomen,” she said. “Through always looked for possible ways host - recovering, Cabral refused to tests from the ages of 10 to 16, to get back into it. She entered er to do it. slow down or let the surgery or a ton of them, I found out that I an online photo contest, and “A few hours after major pain get in her way. had the uterus that I had,” she didn’t place. But, the organizer bake sale surgery, I was walking around,” “If something tries to bring said. Doctors told her that she emailed her and asked if Cabral said third-year human resource % P had a rare condition, one that wanted to take part in a fashion Cameron management student Courtney she said. “I have a lot of obliga- would make it dangerous for show she was doing for charity. McDonald Cabral. tions in my life, I work and I go her to become pregnant or if “I learned how to walk the The Chronicle Cabral went through major to school and I play sports. So, she did it would be life threat- runway and met fashion de- corrective surgery in January. it was something that I had to ening. signers,” she said. “I got an in- Durham College Public She was told that she should do, because I am so involved in After leaving the issue for a vitation to go again this year, so Relations students held a take at least six to eight weeks other things.” couple of years, she decided to it was very exciting.” bake sale on March 13 to off school and work to heal, and This being her last semester, go to the doctor again to see if After the surgeries, Cabral raise money for Epilepsy she was back to school at the she’s determined to graduate. anything could be done. was been healthy and has only and bring awareness to the beginning of the third week. “I’m in my last semester, last “There was a lot more pain minor pain these days. issue. When she did go back, she was year,” she said. “I didn’t want to with daily activities,” she said. “It was very exciting!” Kylie McConnell, one of surprised at how helpful every- miss school, I didn’t want to fall O: % \ *P Cabral admits that this has the event organizers and a one at school was. behind.” She was supposed to go through been a busy year for her so far, ! “Everybody was very accom- Cabral has had medical is- six procedures, but only had and she hopes for things to set- student, was adamant modating, people helped me,” sues since she was a child, com- two done because it wasn’t as tle down a bit. about raising awareness of the disorder. “I feel like epilepsy is largely misunderstood and not talked about enough as a concerning issue,” said McConnell, “and this sale will hopefully get more people talking about Pur- ple Day for Epilepsy.” Purple Day is solely de- voted to the disorder and was created in 2008 by a Canadian woman that was personally affected by epi- lepsy. It has grown in recent years to become a global event. People are encour- aged to wear purple to promote awareness of epilepsy as well as to show support for those directly and indirectly affected by the disorder. The bake sale included the usual treats for the common sweet tooth. Brownies, cookies, cup- cakes, and other sweets like cotton candy were made available to stu- dents, but there were also things like wristbands and key chains for people with a different taste. The hottest items of the day were the homemade brownies, the purple cot- ton candy and the purple epilepsy wristbands, which were all selling for a dollar each. Krista Pirrochi, another Public Relations organizer, was pleased with the feed- back the event received. “Most of the people who were buying stuff donated a couple extra bucks, and they were taking the pam- phlets and asking ques- tions,” said Pirrochi, “so that’s a good sign that we spread at least a little more awareness with the sale.” The sale helped to raise nearly $150 for Epilepsy > organization located in Whitby. 10 The Chronicle March 20, 2012
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Amanda Darrock ogy, musculoskeletal anatomy uncomfortable.He came in, we The Chronicle and clinical science, which in- talked a lot about why it was volves manual and therapeutic happening, the reasoning for What was once thought to be techniques. After completion it, then through palpations, me a luxury has now become an ac- of these courses, therapists are touching his body and feeling cepted part of individual health expected to under go 2,200 around in his muscles, I was care as people are realizing the hours of clinical practice to en- able to determine where was positives of massage therapy. sure they can deal with a wide tight and where his imbalances variety of patient concerns. were, and we worked on that people of all ages such as re- Since all therapists are gov- over a series of weeks. He got to lief from headaches, insomnia, erned under the RMTAO, they the point where he was able to whiplash and stoke, more and are also required to stay cur- run again without pain.” more people are trying it. rent in their education. “We Massage therapy also offers The repetitive day in and day have a standard of practice relief from scoliosis, pregnancy out of lugging oversized back- that we are required to follow, - packs full of books, up numer- as well as quality control,” say bromyalgia, cancer, and carpal - Kloss. “We are required in the tunnel syndrome caused by re- ing in the same desk chair, can profession to maintain a cer- petitive strain. cause tight muscles in your tain level of education. Every “We are taught to reduce neck and shoulders. This can three years we have to go for pain, to increase the health of be relieved from massage. Mas- additional courses in order to the tissues by increasing circu- sage therapy began over 5,000 maintain our license.” lation through the body. You years ago and can be traced All the education and clini- are reducing swelling at times if back to Egypt and China. It cal hours help ensure patients there is an excess of swelling in uses a combination of different - the limb or joint. We decrease techniques with hands and of- sage therapy.Massage can ben- pain and muscle imbalances,” ten the masseuse’s entire arms said Emre. or hot/warm stones, which can from pain caused by day-to-day " - be used on not only the back stress as well as those suffering lief of pain, increased range of but also the arms, legs, shoul- pain from physical activity. motion, arresting some of the der and neck. Though these “Many people come to me degenerative problems such as techniques may sound simple, after they have exhausted other arthritis.The CMTO not only a lot of training and education possibilities,” says RMT Crystal speaks out for therapists but goes into becoming a massage Amanda Darrock Emre who practises in Oshawa. also protects the clients. “If a therapist. “I had a gentleman come to patient ever feels uncomfort- “We are masters of soft tis- RMT: Kathy Kloss uses her trained techniques to re- me who used to enjoy running able with a way they were treat- sue manipulation,” says regis- lieve tension in patient Aly Shariff’s shoulders. and being active, but he couldn’t ed or touched during a massage tered massage therapist from run anymore due to pain in his they have every right to report Whitby, Kathy Kloss. “It’s what legs, calf cramps, and muscle it to the CMTO as a person we focus primarily on. We have Though the massage pro- sage Therapists of Ontario, set tightness in his legs. He was should never feel uncomfort- to understand the functioning gram is offered at many col- ! - also having issues with his hips. able in a massage,” says Emre. of a healthy body so that you leges, The Registered Massage cation. Therapists must learn If he were to extend his leg back This service is available to can understand what dysfunc- Therapists’ Association of On- health sciences such as anat- he would feel a tightness in the students on campus through tion is and how to treat it.” tario, and The College of Mas- omy, physiology, the neurol- front of his hip which was very the campus health care centre. 12 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Campus Safety takes priority at DC
Natasha Cohen place safety and has been part- Students also had a chance The Chronicle nering with industry and edu- to network and meet with cation to present to students employers, who attended the Guest speaker Rob Ellis from all over Canada for the past 10 workshop and who also said MySafeWork recently shared years. they were committed to the with students the reason why “We have a diversity of pro- safety of their workers. safety on the job is so impor- grams, and we have a lot of tant to him. His 18-year-old - company who Ellis’ son worked son lost his life on the second ment,” said Mary Noble, em- for. They were charged with 47 day of his job. He was work- ployment advisor and intern- different counts the supervi- ing in a small bakery and was ship co-ordinator at Durham’s sor was sent to jail. Ellis said pulled into a large mixer. Ellis Oshawa campus. there are serious repercussions has worked tirelessly ever since “Most students have never for any supervisor or company Natasha Cohen to try and stop this from hap- really been in an environment that does not look after their pening to other families. employees. SAFETY FIRST: Rob Ellis of MySafeWork led the activities “I lost my 18-year-old son and they might not be accus- “We want to send the mes- during the safety seminar at Durham College this month. and I’m not gonna let you go tomed to some of the hazards sage to Canadians that we can through that,” said Ellis who that might be in place. When do better – we can absolutely to do things. He said it’s impor- safety will only progress as we spoke on March 1 at a MySafe- we have a special talk or a ses- do better.” tant to know what kind of com- develop leaders and it becomes Work presentation, held for sion like this it allows students Ellis said it is important that pany you are working for and if part of their culture and their students wanting to learn more \ employees get proper train- safety is a big concern for them. makeup.” about how to stay safe on the with regard to safety and to ing and supervision on the job. “We have an opportunity Students interested can job. help them better transition to He encouraged students to ask to change Canada,” said Ellis. check out the MySafeWork MySafeWork is dedicated to the workplace and be safe on questions and use their leader- “To be a world global leader in website at http://www.mysafe- raising awareness about work- the job.” ship skills to suggest safer ways health and safety. Health and work.com/. Impaired driving charges up
Cameron McDonald The Chronicle
The Ontario legal system has had a large rise in the number of impaired driving charges over the past year, according to Justice Paul Bellefontaine, who had to personally handle many of them. The Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa sees over 35,000 cases each year and only has 12 Justices to handle them all. A tall order at best for the jus- tices, and with the notoriously slow legal process it could be very easy for all of the impaired driving cases to bring the pro- cess to a grinding halt. However, the province has devised a way to cut down on time for impaired driving charges to streamline the pro- cess. Fingerprinting, DNA col- lection and general process- ing can now all be done in the court, which was unheard of a couple of years ago, and this allows for a trial date to be set sooner. People charged with im- paired driving can now plead guilty within days of the charge being laid, instead of waiting three months for the plea. This process, which was adopted two years ago, has become more valuable this month, with impaired driving charges on the rise, and with the added volume St. Patrick’s Day brings. “We have basically added organization machinations to make the process faster and easier for everyone,” said Belle- fontaine. The Chronicle March 20, 2012 13 14 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 15 16 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 17 18 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 19 ENTERTAINMENT Boys team wins against girls Students working Chealse Howell The Chronicle Reel hard E.P. Taylor’s kicked off Saint Patrick’s day with a pong tournament that was not Derek Morton one to be missed. The Chronicle Twelve teams of two battled through Most college students focus March. 14. on getting their essays and as- Pub crewmember Khaila Chariton signments done on time, but was very excited that there was such a these students have to organize great turnout. She says this is just the a four-day festival on time. start to their Saint Patrick’s celebra- With the end of the school tions. E.P. will be hosting events all week. year comes the Reel Music Fes- “It was a really good turnout to- tival. The event that features night. I hope it is the same for the local musicians as well as guest rest of the week”, said Chariton. speakers isn’t put together by Although there were 12 teams, there was professional agents working only one team of girls brave enough to all year round, but by a group step up to the pong table and play. Double of second-year Music Business trouble is what the crowd was calling Dur- Administration students. ham students Caley Bedore and Mickey The course teaches students Djuric. The pair came to the table dressed the skills they will need to book in all green, even sporting green wigs. They and organize events and con- came out to have a fun night and ended up certs. The pressure of the event * is something that is burned O ! - into the minds of the students. ple looked at us like we were the un- “We’re so close to the event,” derdogs, but as the night went on they said Tony Sutherland, the co- knew we were trouble,” said Bedore. ordinator of the course. “We Ryan West and Conor Maximum, both in this work up.” police foundations at Durham College, beat Chealse Howell * ! Students in the course have beat the girls by sinking two balls in one DRUM ROLL PLEASE: The winners of the night, Ryan West (centre) along to try and attract artists and * ! - with his partner Conor Maximum (left centre) and their group is all smiles. speakers to come to the college ble and the girls took home a large boot cup. for the event. The students are split into teams that work on different aspects of the festival. While one group would fo- cus on the workshops and con- ferences another would work on marketing for the event. The Another great open mike students do all aspects of the event. Kamesha audiences’ eyes. “There’s a lot to do,” said Horne-Simmons De Roover had the crowd Kyle Potter, one of the leaders The Chronicle going with his performances of the marketing team. “Time and their toes tapping as he goes by quickly and we have to The Music Business Man- sang a few of his songs, in- get our work done fast.“ agement program hosted their cluding Fix, and his new one With the all the work that open mike event at E.P. Tay- The Man With No Hands. needed to be done in such a lor’s March 12. Amanda Stewart, a Human short amount of time, the se- The event contained lots Resources student at Durham mester has gone by quickly for of talented musician, singers College, was one of the stu- some of the students, especially and songwriters showing their dents who performed on stage those who will be graduating at talent on stage to the lunch on March 12. She sang Dirty the end of the year. crowd and guests who came Rain by Ryan Adams, Ironic “It’s been a lot to do,” out to watch the show. by Alanis Morissette and her said Caitlyn Anderson, the The program’s open mike is own song Picture Frame. other head of the marketing a really good way for students “I guess it’s about forbid- team. to show their musical talents, den love, wanting to have “It seems like the semester and a fun time for the per- someone you can’t have and just went right by and now the formers as well for the audi- reminiscing about past times,” event is almost here. It’s funny ences. said Stewart. She also talked to think that some of use ar go- The open mikes get lots of about performing live and at ing to graduate this year.” great performers and are al- open mikes. Helping the students with “I’ve only performed at one ways looking for different per- Kamesha Horne-Simmons their work are their profes- formers with different styles. open mike night before this sors. While they aren’t the ones For example, one of their outside of school and I used SINGING IT OUT LOUD: Jean-Paul De Roover from organizing the event, they see special guests at E.P. Taylor’s to perform in high school Thunder Bay, who does live looping with his guitar, per- how much work goes into the was Jean-Paul De Roover. He too. I’m getting into it more. I forms in his one-man band at open mike on March 12. four-day event. is from Thunder Bay, and is started recording stuff on You- “These guys put a lot of a one-man band, who has al- Tube. Hopefully looking to get work in the festival,” said Abel ready had two videos featured out there more and play at competition at Durham Col- art. Renton, one of the course pro- on MuchMusic. some more open mikes. This lege on March 15. Other dates for open mike fessors. “I’m only here for part De Roover is a solo artist, is a good place to start out and O%R ! are on April 2 and 9 at E.P. of the week but I see how many who does live looping with his get some practice, plus it’s run writing, you know, always Taylor’s from noon to 2 p.m. hours these guys put into it.” guitar and uses his voice as an very well.” writing down any melodies Students who want to perform The Reel Music Festival instrument to create his songs Stewart took part in the that come in my head and can email mbm.openmic@ started Wednesday March 14 piece by piece in front of the Song Revealed songwriting working on them,” said Stew- gmail.com. and ended Saturday March 17. 20 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Entertainment Wrestlemania hits Canada Dropkick, Jordan Lloyd The Chronicle Dropkick! ! Amanda Darrock The Chronicle ` =* $ ! The sounds of excited chatter and guitar strums ' : $ ! > ` * " ! ` ! * ' * ! \ Jordan Lloyd * ` ' $ ` ! * ! 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Talented solo art- how I feel. Speechless. like a lullaby to a child’s ear. ist Ashley Wright opened the A Cohen fan since his “Down in the valley the show with an acoustic set of famine goes on, The famine three original songs. Following a melancholy teen, I’m up on the hill, I say that you Wright was music by Brett Wil- amazed, as his ingenious shouldn’t, you couldn’t, you liams, 730, and DJ Dames Nel- means of manipulating the can’t, You say that you must las. HighDef, which consists English language to seduce and you will,” he sings later of three members, Jed John- remains intoxicating. in the same song. ston (Alias), Jermaine Sterling Old Ideas, Cohen’s Jan- But it is Show Me The (JSilva), and Gordie Brettell uary-released album, holds Place, the most memorable (Gwhyte) attracted a large Lori Marks onto the exhilarating ride song on the album, that for- crowd to the event. The venue you can only feel under the ! HIGHDEF: Gordie Brettell (Gwhyte), rapper from HighDef, spell of Cohen’s words - but this one-of-a-kind Canadian. looking to hear original music performs songs off the group’s second album at Wrokstarz there’s something more with The soft background piano off the group’s second album. Club and Venue. this album. Hardly a music complements Cohen’s raspy, “We all get our inspira- maestro, with his attempt at emotional ballad. tion from different places,” years of writing and recording. average guys with a deep driven singing sounding more like And yet, as each song is said Brettell. “I get a lot of my “A lot of rap artists from the passion for making good mu- a coarse whisper, Cohen has inspiration through the com- Durham area are very talented sic.” HighDef has also set goals always relied on the vocal in the heart of this die-hard plications of everyday life, if I but what sets us apart, I think, for the future of the group with support of others and instru- Cohen fan, no words can have a bad week and the stress is the lyrical content, “ said hopes of making music videos mentation of an undoubt- describe the legacy he con- is building there’s no bet- Brettell. “We talk about real life for every song off the new al- edly talented band. Old Ideas tinues. At 78, with a career ter punching bag for me than and what is important to us and bum to consider it a success. takes that reliance to a new spanning four decades, Co- writing a verse and getting the the struggles we go through try- To hear songs off HighDef’s level of genius as Cohen sings hen is hardly at the start of stress out of my system.” ing to take our careers to the upcoming album set for release with more soul than ever be- his game but he continues HighDef started making hip- next level. A lot of other local later this summer, check out fore. The album showcases to ride on the pinnacle of his hop music in 2006 and started rappers rap as if they’re already the band’s YouTube channel at his poetic legacy through lyr- success. doing shows in 2008 after two famous. We’re down to earth highdefentstudio. 22 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 23 24 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 25 SPORTS Ridgebacks follow the leader Continued from page 1 Ridgeback to be named OUA athlete of the week in January when she scored Community involvement is a major three goals and three assists in back-to- part of the Marion Hilliard award, and back games against the Western Mus- nobody proved that more than Morillo, tangs and Windsor Lancers. The big who played a major role in her commu- ` \ nity. multi-point games of the season. She spent numerous hours through- “I feel very rewarded after a long sea- out the year taking part in practices and son of working hard and trying to put in development clinics for local girls hock- your best effort. It’s good to know that ey teams, promoting the sport and get- you’re rewarded at the end of it all and ting girls involved in the game at a local your efforts are being noticed,” Morillo grassroots level. said. “With the school being so new, there’s many milestones to be made. It feels great to be a part of that.” I feel very reward- With two years left in her program, Morillo has plenty of time to add to her ‘ed after a long season all-time goal and point totals, but her of working hard and focus isn’t on the individual achieve- trying to put in your ments. best effort. As the team’s leader, Morillo’s goal is ! !- Jill Morillo off appearance. “I want to do my part on the ice and ’ off the ice to bring the team up, motivate \ P ` “Jill is a true varsity athlete, achiev- said. “If I can continue to do that and be ing academic and athletic success successful and make sure that the team through commitment, focus and disci- is successful as well, then I’ll be happy Zak McLachlan ! with my performance.” a valuable role within the community,” She will have a great opportunity to STANDING TALL: Ridgebacks Ridgebacks head coach Karen Nystrom \ ! captain Jill Morillo leads her team in said about her captain. of the team’s key contributors returning the inaugural OUA Outdoor Classic. Morillo also became only the third ! * Small making a big Women’s soccer impact as a professional ready for kickoff Zak McLachlan The Chronicle Cameron The new UOIT head coach McDonald ! \- Oshawa native and former The Chronicle perience with his two other Durham Lords star Courtney schools in the OUA. Small is making a name for The UOIT athletic depart- On top of performance himself in the world of profes- ment has announced that ` sional basketball across the Peyvand Mossavat will be the places strong importance on pond with the Worthing Thun- - community involvement. der of the English Basketball en’s Ridgeback soccer team. “We will focus on enhanc- League. O% ! \ ing the student-athlete’s life Small lit up the highlight R \ #"% reels last week, scoring 25 soccer program at UOIT,” the greater Durham commu- points in an impressive win said Mossavat. “My time at nity,” said Mossavat. over the Westminster Warriors. Ryerson and York over the Ken Babcock, UOIT’s ath- The rookie scored 10 of a past eight years has allowed letic director, has displayed 12-point run in the fourth quar- me the opportunities to build ter to secure the victory and successful soccer programs coach. cement his place as an impact at this level.” “His strong leadership player on his new team. The previous Ryerson abilities and proven track “It wasn’t just me; the whole Rams head coach holds the record made him an ideal se- team played their part on the record for most all-time wins lection.” defensive end to stop Westmin- with the program, and was “He will quickly establish ster from scoring easy buck- named coach of the division and build our women’s soc- ets,” Small said on a story from in the 2006-07 season. cer team into a winning pro- the team’s website. Mossavat is optimistic gram,” said Babcock. Thunder head coach Gary Durham Athletics about the prospect of early The women’s team will be- Smith was impressed with success with the school’s new gin their 2012 inaugural sea- Small’s play. LEADING THE LORDS: Courtney Small spent four years program based on the other son in the OUA west division. “It’s hard to not include with the Lords as one of their top offensive threats. soccer programs at UOIT The team will battle along- Courtney’s contribution in and Durham College. side the Waterloo Warriors, those last three or four min- O% Guelph Gryphons, Brock utes, and he played with great games with the Thunder (13-6) star team last year and walked can build a program that de- Badgers, Western Mustangs, intensity and heart,” Smith who sit in fourth place in the away from the event with MVP \ York Lions, McMaster Ma- said. men’s Division I league. honours. Small averaged 16.4 - rauders, Windsor Lancers, Small has averaged 16.1 The point guard spent four points, 0.8 blocks and 2.5 steals demic success in the class- and Wilfrid Laurier Golden points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.5 as- years with the Durham Lords, per game in his last season with room.” Hawks. sists and 2.9 steals through 17 being named to the OCAA all- the Lords. 26 The Chronicle March 20, 2012 Sports Playing on both Serving sides of the bench up a new Cameron McDonald community for more than a de- coach The Chronicle cade. - UOIT Athletics Academic Luncheon Along with coaching the Emily Wood U-16 team she has been a play- As her players exit the dress- The Chronicle Tuesday, March 27 er on the Whitby National Rin- ing room, each girl gives her a Student Centre – Oshawa, Ont. smile, when she individually gette League team the Whitby The UOIT Ridgebacks - Wild for the past three years. tennis team recently wel- pliments her efforts. It’s clear Since the age of 7, she has comed a new head coach, - UOIT Athletic Banquet that Kelsey Gallant coaches her played almost every position in hoping to swing the team the sport, including goaltender, ringette team on a very person- into victory next season. Thursday, March 29 and even played on the Cana- al level. Formerly the team’s as- General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans Association Hall Ringette is played by thou- dian junior team. sistant coach, Kane Easter sands of young women and Her experience as a player has developed an impres- girls across Canada each year, allows her to be more in touch sive resume in his tennis yet some argue it is highly un- with young girls trying to learn career over the past 20 derappreciated. The Whitby the sport and ensuries that she years. UOIT athletic direc- Ringette Association supports will be one of the most knowl- tor Ken Babcock said in a minor ringette much like minor edgeable coaches on the ice. press release in February hockey is supported within the Gallant’s team plays locally, that the department is ex- Durham Region. taking trips outside the region cited about the change to Kelsey Gallant, a Durham for weekend tournaments. Her the varsity team. College graduate of the Per- team has had recent success “[Easter] has shown tre- sonal Support Worker program winning most of the regular mendous leadership abili- last year, is the head coach of season games, and placing in ties as the team’s assistant an under-16 ringette team in the top three in almost every coach and he has a lengthy - DC Athletics Academic Luncheon Whitby and promotes the ac- tournament they enter. resume of success in ten- Although she tries to have tive lifestyle the sport brings to nis,” said Babcock. Tuesday, April 10 fun while coaching her players, the community. Easter played for the St. Student Centre – Oshawa, Ont. “It’s great for the kids to get Gallant realizes she is a role Lucia national team and out and do something fun and model to her team. for the University of Lou- - DC Athletic Banquet skate around twice or three “These girls are growing the isville. Easter will see OUA skills they need for the sport but times a week for an hour. I Thursday, April 12 also for the rest of their lives. don’t see how that could ever head coach when the sea- General W. Sikorski Polish Veterans Association Hall be a bad thing.” That’s a bit of pressure but I son kicks off next fall. The 21 year old has been in- love what I do and I’m happy to volved in the Durham ringette help shape their lives.” The Chronicle March 20, 2012 27 28 The Chronicle March 20, 2012