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College realizes So many pumpkins... Virtual Reality By CASSANDRA SCAPILLATI The CFAV features virtual reality Staff Writer technology using state-of-the-art Niagara College is making a major computing systems to create simu- breakthrough in visualization technology. lations, uniquely combined with A spirit of partnership and innovation engineering and animations. This was demonstrated at the official opening of allows the user to virtually “experi- the Centre for Advanced Visualization ence” a design, concept or product (CFAV) on Oct. 18. as if it were a real, three-dimension- The event, at the Glendale campus in al finished product. Niagara-on-the-Lake, provided visitors It avoids expensive prototypes with information about virtual reality and and costly mistakes by producing a technology, as well as the opportunity to simulated, on-screen prototype of a experience a virtual tour of the centre. product, which allows for close About 50 people in attendance were inspection, examination of compo- Kailee Mitchell, nine months old, of Paris, Ont., carefully inspects pumpkins at mostly invited guests from the ministry of nents and testing. It is an application education, the faculty from the college that can be used in a wide variety of Brantwood Farms in Brantford, Ont. Photo by Rob Luciani and those who supply the technology to industries. the centre. Niagara gave recognition to four major organizations whose support was applied research. integral to establishing the CFAV. Gordon Stokell, of the OIT, says it’s been These key industry partners are the a pleasure co-funding projects of this Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), nature. “Overall success to Niagara is the Ontario Innovation Trust (OIT), Silicon capacity to innovate – this is key.” Graphics Inc. of Mountain View, Calif. and He says he believes the involvement of Trimension of Santa Cruz, Calif. students has made the college successful. Niagara College President Dan Patterson Bob Birrell, director of applied research says, “The CFAV is the jewel in the col- services at the centre, echoes Stokell’s lege’s innovation and technology crown,” statement by saying, “while learning, they adding, it would not have been possible (students) add new approaches and per- without the federal and provincial funding spectives.” He says students will graduate received from such “amazing companies with “knowledge that will be vital to busi- with amazing products.” nesses.” The CFAV was established with A college booklet describing the centre financial assistance from the CFI, states that the college’s commitment to pro- which provided nearly $800,000, and a viding the finest education in advanced matching grant from the OIT, for a com- technologies is supported by its significant bined total of almost $1.6 million. investment in leading edge facilities, state- Bonnie Rose, vice-president academic and master of ceremonies, far left, These organizations provided the col- of-the-art equipment, software and expert makes a toast at the Centre for Advanced Visualization official opening. lege with key equipment components as faculty and staff. Photo by Cassandra Scapillati well as expertise and knowledge for Continued on page 3

Karoake Freedom Sinful Mondays Fridays Free Pool Saturdays Wild Wicked R&B/Hip Hop Party Ladies Night Wednesdays With DJ Nicky “G” With DJ Slim All ages Downstairs Student Pub Night Downstairs House music all night R&B all night downstairs in the Parlour Hip Hop in house in the Parlour www.front54.com • 54 Front Street, Thorold • 905-227-2611 Page 2, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 THE UNITED WAY Being charged, thrown in jail ‘all in good fun’ By NIKKI MILLION Labonte said. watching his staff the United Way, said the Jail and Bail is a Staff Writer “It’s all in good laugh as he was being “major fundraiser” that heightens aware- Trish Labonte, director of continuing edu- fun and it raises escorted out of the ness. “Last year this event raised $4,000. We cation and learning resources, was arrested awareness.” store. hope to match last year, or better it.” and charged at the Welland campus on Oct. John R. He was charged Goulden said the arrest fee for the event is 19 – all in the spirit of charity. Krall, president with being out of the $25, and the inmates must each match or Niagara College participated in the of Lewis and store too much and better it before they can be released on bail. United Way’s annual Jail and Bail event at Krall too long while he was “The participants are shocked at first, but the Seaway Mall’s centre court. Pharmacy Ltd., providing volunteer then they get into it.” Labonte was charged with failure to stop was one of services. “The judge Patti Goodfield, supervisor for the Welland working when she should be resting, over- Labonte’s cell- wants me to raise District Association for Community Living, due library books, not lugging enough boxes mates during about $100, so I could was another inmate of the makeshift jail. She in preparation for the opening of the new the charity be here a long time.” was charged with failing to provide enough library resource centre, and painting the fundraiser. He Inmates were toecaps for visitors. library the same colour as her coat. said that he had required to stand in “It was a little nerve racking.” She said she “It was very embarrassing,” said Labonte. raised about front of a judge, was wondering what she had done when a “I’ve only had one ticket in my life. I’m a good $15 while at played by Shane police officer and a lady official informed her person. I’ve been wronged.” She said that she the mall, and about $500 in pledges. “It was Belford, a former teacher at Niagara she was under arrest and placed her in hand- had raised $100 from passersby, as well as totally frightening. You’re totally immobi- College, and prove they had raised enough cuffs. “I was worried, until I saw the staff from friends and family she had reached by lized,” he said of being arrested and put in bail to be released. laughing and taking pictures. That’s when I cell phone. “The response has been great,” handcuffs. Krall said the worst part was Theresa Goulden, campaign associate for knew it was a joke.” Student council warming hands, warming hearts By CHRISTINA COLLI “Lindsey and Danielle thought it would be a good idea and if we run out, Staff Writer to sell mittens because it’s starting to get cold,” said we’ll go buy more.” The Student Administrative Council’s (SAC) new stu- Newman, adding he thinks the student representatives are Newman said the dent representatives are giving exec- doing a “great job.” student reps have utives a hand with a mitten drive to ‘…when you give The mittens cost SAC $1 each and been doing a “great raise money for the United Way of they will be sold for $2. The 150 mit- job planning” the mit- South Niagara. money to the United Way tens were purchased at a dollar store in ten drive. “Jeff (Dutcher, Welland campus you know the money’s St. Catharines. The Food for SAC president) brought to our atten- Newman said SAC is giving 100 per Friends food drive tion that every other year SAC just going to people who cent of the money earned to the United starts Nov. 12. writes a cheque to the United Way,” need it and that’s a Way campaign. “SAC will also write a Donations can be said Christopher Newman, vice-pres- cheque matching the amount. dropped into donation ident of student events. “He suggest- good feeling.’ “The United Way is a great organiza- boxes around each ed we have an event to raise more — Christopher Newman tion. They do a lot for the community. campus. money.” When you give money to the United Students can obtain Student representatives Lindsey Southcott, Danielle Way you know the money’s going to people who need it food parcels by visit- DeMarco and Andrew Hanes were elected by class repre- and that’s a good feeling. ing the SAC office at CHRISTOPHER sentatives earlier this month. “We are confident we’re going to sell all the mittens, all three campuses. NEWMAN 70% of college campaign goal met, $21,307 raised as ANNOUNCEMENT employee donors rewarded Mid-Term Grades By NIKKI MILLION Szeplaki, job centre consultant – Staff Writer marketing officer won gift certifi- We are pleased to announce that, starting in the The Niagara College United cates for lunch at the Kerrio 2001Fall term, students will be able to view their mid- Way campaign committee has Room at the college’s Maid of the achieved more than 70 per cent of Mist campus in Niagara Falls; term grades on-line. With this confidential on-line its financial goal with about two Jean Dallaire won a Niagara service, students can view their grades via the Web or weeks remaining. College Greenhouse gift certifi- any Niagara College computer. As a result of this The committee, through cate; Marilyn Montgomery, field employee contributions, has raised placement supervisor for the improved method of reporting grades, it will not be necessary for the $21,307.50 with 149 employees Early Childhood Education pro- College to mail mid-term grade reports as in the past. participating. gram won four Niagara Parks The United Way of South Commission coupon packs; Carol Mid-term grades will be available to students starting the week of Oct. 29, Niagara has achieved 25 per cent Desrocher, registration assistant of its $1 million and $1 goal in the was the winner of a continuing 2001. Detailed instructions will be provided as you log on to the Web. third week of its campaign. education computer course; and Assistance will also be available in any of the college’s open access labs. Through donations, the United the much-coveted prize of two Way has been able to raise free vacation days went to Vicki $246,915 as of Oct. 12. Turchi, human resources assistant. In order to view their grades, students will require a valid computer account Niagara College employees, The United Way will be hosting I.D. Instructions for accessing your personal computer account ID are who contribute to the campaign, a variety of special events in the printed on your timetable or in any Niagara College open access lab. are eligible for prize draws that coming weeks to raise awareness take place every Friday, up to and as well as money for its campaign including Nov. 2. at the Market Trattoria. There will The intention of mid-term grades is to advise students whether or not they To date, there have been eight also be a Skate with the Stars are on track to be successful in their courses. We hope that this new winners of the weekly draws: Beg event happening on Nov. 18, Crumm, payroll clerk, and Stu although the location has not yet service will provide helpful feedback in both an efficient and timely manner. Black, manager School of New been announced. Media, both won a pair of tickets The Niagara College Halloween Thank you, to the Shaw Festival’s production challenge is underway. Offices are of Peter Pan in Niagara-on-the- being decorated and will be Lake; Bea Clark, director judged on Wednesday, Oct. 31. Al Vaughan Ventures Division – Employment Winners will be announced on Registrar and Training Services, and Lucia Thursday, Nov. 1. Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 3 911 Glendale campus taking bomb scare ‘seriously’ By ROCHELLE WHITE objects were found. safety and security of the staff and in an actual emergency on campus. Classes at the Glendale campus Staff Writer College officials are “relieved” students at the college is of para- “There was real potential for returned to normal operations at 7 At 3:20 p.m. on Oct. 17, Niagara that this was a false alarm, yet dis- mount concern. We responded the injury or illness, causing anxiety a.m. on Oct. 18, but the incident College staff discovered a written turbed that it happened in the first only way we could.” and suffering for no reason,” said remains under investigation. bomb threat at the Glendale cam- place. Steve Hudson, vice-president Rick Demers, the college’s health The Senior Management pus in Niagara-on-the Lake, caus- “Regrettable” is how Darrell corporate services, echoed this and safety and security manager. Group, comprised of top Niagara ing the evacuation of all buildings. Neufeld, the college’s manager sentiment in an e-mail he sent to “If anybody thinks that the college College officials, will be review- The Niagara Regional Police were of corporate communications, all college staff. “I would request is not taking these events serious- ing this incident and will deter- called to the campus and evidence described the events. “These are all staff to ensure that students are ly, they are sadly mistaken.” mine what further activities and was collected. criminal offences, these false aware of the potential outcomes In light of these events, stu- changes in college protocol may A thorough search was con- threats of this nature. for false alarms. In light of world dents are still encouraged to be required. ducted of the facility by staff Individuals who do this sort of affairs, individuals found making report any foul play, which they If anyone has any information after the campus evacuation and thing have to realize that there is false threats will be dealt with to encounter to security as soon as leading to the identification of the all Continuing Education class- a penalty if caught.” the fullest extent possible, using possible. “If people sincerely perpetrator(s) of this incident, col- es scheduled for that evening In response to the college’s han- available criminal, civil and acad- think that they may be hearing lege officials ask that you contact were cancelled. dling of the situation, Neufeld told emic penalties.” or viewing something suspi- security. All information will be More than 1,000 Continuing the Niagara News. “In the height- False alarms not only provide cious,” said Demers, “delaying kept confidential. Education students were affected. ened environment after Sept. 11, the potential for panic and cause reporting it makes it incredibly Maid of the Mist ext. 3616 No evidence was found to sup- we are particularly prudent in our unnecessary disruption, but also difficult to follow it up under Glendale ext. 4444 port the threat, as no suspicious investigation of such claims. The occupy staff that could be needed the circumstances.” Welland ext. 6666 Practical jokers may face two-year imprisonment in anthrax hoaxes By ROCHELLE WHITE These complaints come in the wake closely with the public health of anthrax in Canada since 1990. allows for punishment or impris- Staff Writer of an anthrax scare in the United department to ensure the safety A full criminal investigation onment of not more than two Anthrax in the Niagara States, a possible bio-terrorism of all Niagara residents. The will begin immediately in cir- years if convicted of offences of Region? Thankfully, no. attack connected to the events of department has advised in situa- cumstances where the package this nature including mischief Practical jokers and hoaxes in Sept. 11. tions where contact with a suspi- was sent to intimidate or to and conveying a false message.” the Niagara Region? None of the investigations to cious substance occurred “that it cause fear and appropriate Niagara residents are asked to Unfortunately, yes. date have resulted in a threat or is not appropriate and not neces- charges will be laid. place proper return addresses on the The Niagara Regional Police danger to residents of the sary to undergo any health tests In a media release Oct. 17, the outside of any correspondence to (NRP) responded to several com- Niagara region, police say. All or to begin antibiotic treatment NRP warned, “if you intention- prevent confusion as to the origin of plaints last week of local residents specimens submitted for testing before the substance is identi- ally cause fear or alarm by send- the letter or package. discovering packages of a suspicious have been negative for any bio- fied.” ing a suspicious package you The NRP will continue to nature or finding traces of a powdery logical agent. According to Health Canada, have committed a criminal respond to calls for assistance. substance in unusual locations. The NRP has been working there have been no reported cases offence. The Criminal Code See related story on page 10. $1.6-million virtual reality NIAGARA NEWS SPECIAL The November 9th edition of the Niagara News will be dedicating a page to facility officially opens commemorate Remembrance Day Small messages (4” wide x 2.5” deep) are available for $20.00 each Continued from page 1 product simulations. For more information please call Linda Camus, Niagara News “Students realize it takes time “We have watched the college Advertising Manager 905 735-2211 ext. 7748 and struggle. That’s what’s evolve (through advancement in involved. This benefits truly technology),” says Bonnie Rose, the everyone,” says Ray Benard, of college’s vice-president academic. Ra-Tech CAD Services, of St. She says she feels the official Catharines, a design firm that is opening of the CFAV is a “true already using the CFAV for celebration of support.”

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Niagara College President Dan Patterson (right) shakes the hand of Gordon Stokell, of the Ontario Innovation Trust, a co-funder of the Centre for Advanced Visualization. “Your College, Your Station” Photo by Cassandra Scapillati Page 4, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 GROWING AND LEARNING ‘Tremendous response’ to Niagara Discovery Day By KAREN RENEE able to see what is expected of Staff Writer me,” said Economou. Mary’s Prospective students had the mother, Aphrodite Economou, opportunity to see and experience said she wanted Mary to attend all three campuses of Niagara Niagara as it came “highly recom- College, Oct. 20 during Discovery mended.” Day. It has been several years since Niagara College held an open ‘Everyone house and Judy Willems, director of the college’s marketing and represented the communications department, said it was “exciting” building up to college as leaders.’ the event. “There is a lot to dis- cover. A lot has changed.” — Judy Willems Niagara College was interested in opening its doors to the public to catch the attention of prospec- Jenn Brynt, 18, of Picton, said tive students. “It is an exciting she was interested in the college option to showcase what Niagara for the Recreation and Leisure has to offer,” said Willems. “It is a Services program. Brynt said she competitive market and there are considers Niagara one of the best enrolment challenges for colleges. colleges offering the program. This is the best way to capitalize Brynt was excited to see what the on what Niagara College college had to offer. “I just arrived Susan Galbraith, left, and Edna Brown, both of Ridgetown, tour the Welland campus on Discovery recruiters are already doing.” and there is already so much help Day and ask James King, manager of alumni development and student affairs, about programs at available. It’s great.” the Welland and Glendale campuses. Over 2,200 people attended ‘There is a lot to Discovery Day and Willems said that those attending weren’t just discover. A lot has casual drop-ins. “They were solid prospects seriously considering changed.’ Niagara College. They were very interested and asking a lot of ques- — Judy Willems tions.” Willems said she was “impressed” by the participation The events of Discovery Day from everyone at all three campus- included college tours, hands-on es. “There was excellent participa- demonstrations, athletic perform- tion from both students and pro- ances and an opportunity for gram facility. Everyone represent- prospective students to win CD ed the college as leaders.” players, DVD players or a $1,000 Willems said she hopes that a credit on their tuition. Students Niagara College open house had the opportunity to sample becomes an annual event. “We foods at the Maid of the Mist cam- will be doing an analysis after- pus, see the new virtual reality lab wards and we are always interest- at the Glendale campus and tour ed in feedback on how to make it the new Niagara Centre for even better.” Policing and Community Safety Willems said she is sure that the Studies at the Welland campus. tremendous response from Mary Economou, 17, of Discovery Day has proven Mississauga, came to check out Niagara as a choice college. “Once James King, manager of alumni development and student affairs, welcomes Jenn Brynt, 18, of the Dental Hygiene program. they see what we have to offer, Picton, and her mother, Janet, to the Welland campus on Discovery Day. “Looking around the college I am they definitely want to come.” Photos by Karen Renee Green Day at Glendale promotes environmental awareness

By TINA LANZILLOTTA It’s difficult to determine Staff Writer ahead of time exactly how The Niagara College com- many people may show since munity pitched in to lay the students aren’t predictable, groundwork for future says the second-year “Green Days.” International Business pro- On Friday, Oct. 16, the gram student. Glendale campus in Niagara- “It was all the positive com- on-the-Lake was host to the ments and seeing at the end of first annual Green Day, an the day all the people who event designed to promote worked with us, that made environmental awareness. me realize that it was a suc- About 400 people attended cess.” the event sponsored by the Out of the 400 participants, Student Administrative about 50 people volunteered Council (SAC), the to take an active role by Horticultural Technician Co- planting trees and bulbs on op program and other various campus and picking up debris environmental programs. on the grounds while others Eduardo Resendiz, SAC took part in the other activi- vice-president of student ties. affairs at the Glendale campus, SAC spent less than the helped initiate Green Day. $500 limit allotted to the Eduardo Resendiz, left, Student Administrative Council vice-president of student affairs, Jim Resendiz says he is “happy event and all who participat- Thompson, centre, the manager of, and Jon Ogryzlo, the director of Campus Development, and very pleased” with the ed received free hamburgers, Environment, Horticulture and Agribusiness division, take out the trash on Green Day. amount of public and student a Green Day shirt and “clean Photo by Tina Lanzillotta support. air” spider plant. Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 5 ON TARGET NRP range ‘innovative, mutually beneficial’ By KAREN WALKER The centre will support the ty is attracting the best across nities,” she says referring to the ity, various components of the Staff Writer training for more than 600 police Ontario to train here ... It ensures potential use of the facility by stu- NRP training unit were located Never in Dan Patterson’s officers a year within the Niagara well-trained officers. It gives us dents attending the college. next door in the Mackenzie wildest dreams did he think he region and many more from the chance to pick the best.” “The partnership goes beyond.” building. would be giving a speech in a fire throughout the province. The stu- The firing range is the first of its She says students in Police arms range. dents at the college are not training kind in Ontario. Foundations and LASA can work Those were the opening remarks at the centre. Gary Nicholls, chief of the NRP, side-by-side with the facility. of the Niagara College president One main section of the build- says it’s a “real win for Niagara.” “Police could come in for lec- as he began his speech at the offi- ing, the video studio, will be used He says the whole municipality tures or students could have access cial opening of the Centre for to produce training videos for the will benefit from the centre. to the video library.” Policing and Community Safety Ontario Police Video Training “There are shared resources,” he She adds that the facility helps Studies on Oct. 19. Alliance, which provides training says. “It’s an alliance of two sepa- in determining how we can enrich Between 100 and 150 invited for about 60 per cent of all police rate public facilities.” the learning for the students. guests attended the ribbon-cutting officers in Ontario. The training facility is the com- Patterson says, “Our students ceremony of the new facility at the LaBaune says the producers mon ground between the partner- benefit from synergy and pooling college’s Welland campus. who work long hours in the stu- ship of Niagara College and the of resources by developing joint In attendance besides the presi- dios are “invaluable to us.” NRP. quality programs and resources.” dent were Debbie Zimmerman, The new Close Quarter Patterson says the partnership Patterson refers to Nicholls as a chair of the Regional Municipality Battlehouse Range is a 360-degree between the two reflects a vision “true friend” of the college for his of Niagara, Bob Muir, the vice- live-fire shooting area that offers of police training, post-secondary devotion to education and training. mayor of Welland, and many target training and scenario based education and the effective use of Nicholls says the partnership is police officers of the Niagara training. public resources. “innovative and mutually benefi- “Their presence has been a pos- Regional Police Service (NRP). In the room next to the range “It is a partnership that will pro- cial.” itive one for the college, though I Guided tours were given to the itself are simulated houses, which vide the NRPS with the best police The planning for the facility must say my heart still skips a beat media, and guests were able to will include furniture to add to the training facilities available in began in February 1997 and pro- when I drive on campus and see all view all the newly renovated parts “real life” situations for which Ontario, and widen an already duction was started in April 2000. those cruisers.” of the facility before and after the police are trained. broad range of educational oppor- The cost of the entire project was “The Welland campus just presentation. LaBaune says the walls of the tunities for Niagara College stu- about $5 million. keeps getting better and better,” Craig LaBaune, former use-of- range are made of hemlock wood. dents studying in a variety of pro- The Centre for Policing and says Patterson. force instructor, now Sergeant of If a bullet should hit the side of the grams, programs such as Police Community Safety Studies was “This remarkable facility will Platoons in Grimsby, Ont., was wall, the bullet will be contained Foundations, Law and Security named in memory of Sergeant serve the people of Niagara very one of the officers who gave the in the wood and not bounce off Administration (LASA), Bernard Hamnett, who worked for well for many, many years to tours and explained in detail what and hit anyone. Correctional Worker, Paramedic the St. Catharines Department. come.” the building had to offer. “We make it as realistic as pos- and others.” He gave 50 years of dedication Zimmerman agrees. “The The 26,400-square-foot facility sible, yet as safe as possible, for Bonnie Rose, the college’s vice- to shooting and was known as community will benefit for years includes two live firing ranges, a everyone.” president academic, says the facil- “untouchable.” to come.” video studio, editing facilities and Zimmerman says the centre sets ity is for more than a range. Patterson says that from 1995 training rooms. an example for others. “The facili- “There are tremendous opportu- until the completion of this facil- See related photo on page 10. We need you!

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For information or to apply, please contact Randy Conlon, Manager, Student Recruitment InfoCentre, Welland Campus, 905-735-2211, ext. 7448, e-mail: [email protected] Page 6, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 ENTREPRENEUR Michel’s baguette expands to Niagara By RYAN SUTHERAND Solway, vice-president of global Staff Writer marketing for Mmmuffins Canada. Michel’s baguette held its grand “We needed a centre and a facil- opening of its first franchise in the ity that stood as a gateway for the Niagara region last month. Niagara region, and this will It will “bring some Toronto attract and exceed expectations,” ambience to Grimsby,” says says Valeri. Grimsby Mayor Nick Mmmuffins Canada is “really Andreychuk. excited about coming to Grimsby,” Michel’s baguette opened in the says Solway, adding working with Gateway Niagara Welcome Centre the experienced Harris family “we in Grimsby on Sept. 20. Michel’s found it to be a tremendous fit. baguette is a franchise of the This is our first store located in an Mmmuffins Canada Corporation, information centre directly off the based in Toronto. highway, and we are excited about It’s going to be a “team effort” its potential. Depending on the working together as a family, says performance of the location, we John Harris, franchise owner. His would certainly consider other daughter and son are “greatly venues of similar nature in the involved” in the operations of the region.” bakery/café, he says. Michel’s baguette first store Michel’s is a Parisian-style bak- opened in the Toronto Eaton ery/café, serving “fresh food with Centre in 1980. “Twenty-one years a French twist,” says Harris. This later, we are excited to expand to particular locale is the only Gateway Niagara,” says Solway. Michel’s with a licensed bar. “We have a neighbourhood con- With a wine bar, it will highlight cept with a strong foundation in the local wine region and will community, so the intimacy of draw more attention to the vine- Michel’s baguette bakery/café fits Grimsby Mayor Nick Andreychuk (at right) discusses the new opening of Michel’s baguette with com- yards, says Tony Valeri, MP of very nicely in the Niagara region.” pany officials. Stoney Creek, who serves Valeri says Gateway Niagara Photo by Nikki Million Grimsby as well. will serve as a magnet for future “Having the liquor license is a economic development. fresh foods, along with the wine the franchise he said it should be a With “top-notch quality work- nice augmentative piece to our “Any success should attract bar, it means ‘a little slice of Paris good addition to the gateway, and manship” and fresh quality foods, bakery/café and fits nicely into the more business to the area. With the in Grimsby,’” says Valeri, adding, in a lot of ways the franchise “it will be a nice touch to the Niagara wine region,” says Lorne support of a large franchise and Although he was unfamiliar with exceeded expectations. area,” says Valeri. Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 7 IN OUR TOWN Buzz Rocket Fuel ‘like two cups of coffee’ By W. COLIN GIBSON ach, affects your kidneys, stains your teeth and “leaves you chise owners from the U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia. Staff Writer with jungle breath.” When asked how the caffeine is induced into the water, Buzz Lite and Buzz Rocket fuel are taking caffeinated Steele says he saw an opportunity for his own health. Steele answered, “The president and head scientist are the beverages to a new level with 100 milligrams and 200 mg “What we are trying to do is offer the world the healthiest only people on the planet that know the proper process of caffeine respectively in a water bottle. caffeine beverage ever bottled,” said Steele. His medical where we induce the caffeine into the water.” The process Robert Steele, 42, from Grimsby, is a franchise owner of doctor told him, “Don’t drink coffee. It is killing you.” is a patented secret. Buzz Water Co. Selling the product, he said, “is a great Steele has the rights to sell the product in Welland. It is The caffeinated water is bottled by Laural Springs of the business opportunity.” available at Hyde’s Variety, Kay’s Variety, JD stores, and Kitchener-Waterloo area. The water comes from an aquifer Steele is marketing his company’s product for coffee Galaxy 2000 Gym, with more retailers considering the below the water table tied into an underground river, thus drinkers, students and anyone else needing an energy product. Avondale will sell it in January. ensuring there are no impurities. The water is also micro- boost. It took more than four years and over $500,000 screened and treated with ultraviolet light that kills any The response has been “unbelievable,” said Steele. before Health Canada approved the product. The com- organics. Some people drink five to 10 cups of coffee a day. “Some pany was founded by Steve MacGregor, the former A full-fledged advertising campaign is on hold until people need that caffeine boost, so this a product that will drummer of No Doubt, and is in Hamilton. MacGregor Buzz Water is in many more stores. “If it’s not in the stores, meet that need,” he added. is also the president and inventor of the patented it (an advertising campaign) is a complete waste of He says the most harmful thing in tea and coffee is the process. money,” said Steele. acid. It deteriorates the joints, eats the lining of the stom- Buzz Water Co. employs 25 people, not including fran- Buzz Water products have invaded 11 markets. Feeding frenzy at Leon’s on appreciation day By ERIK O’BRIEN The masses were going every which way, hotdogs in must return to battle, I eat slowly and savour my reaping. Staff Writer mouths and on the ground, airborne popcorn hitting Like a Nordic warrior I again entered the battle with Column anyone crossing its path, and, worst of all, small chil- haste. Driven by of hunger, I began a full assault on the We hovered over the grill, like vultures circling impa- dren pouring black semi-fluidic soft drinks onto my village of free food. A tightly knit community of three or tiently; we waited for what was to come. We — the old, new skate shoes. four Leon’s employees was to be continuously pillaged, the young, the not quite sure — were all appreciative cus- ‘I’ve never seen so many hotdogs cooked for the rest of the day. tomers at Leon’s it was Customer Appreciation Day. and get eaten in one day.’ “I’ve never seen so many hotdogs cooked and get Hotdogs, popcorn and soft drinks, all free, were eaten in one day,” says Joe Beardwood, a Leon’s devoured. It was a feeding frenzy, and I was stuck in — Joe Beardwood employee. “I ate four dogs myself,” adds the 20-year- its chaotic centre, desperately trying to hold my hot- Safe now, receding into the outer perimeter like a dog old Welland resident. dog in my ketchup-drenched hand and balance myself with his bone, I eat and enjoy the fruits of such a mad con- The storming masses continued throughout the course with the other. quest. Knowing full well that in order to eat another I of the day, says Beardwood. Page 8, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 EDITORIALS

The Niagara News is a practical lab for the Journalism-Print program, covering the college community and other areas of interest. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the management of the Niagara News or the administration of Niagara College, Room S212, 300 Woodlawn Rd., Welland, Ont. L3C 7L3 Phone (905) 735-2211 / 641-2252 / 374-7454 / FAX (905) 736-6003 Editor: Rob Luciani; Associate Editor: Melissa Pilon; Assistant Editor: Tina Lanzillotta; Publisher: Leo Tiberi, director, Communications and Information Technology; Editor-in-chief: Stu Black, project manager, New Media Development; Managing Editor: Phyllis Barnatt, co-ordinator, Journalism-Print program; Associate Managing Editor: Gary Erb, professor, Journalism-Print program; Editorial Consultant: Nancy Geddie, professor, Journalism-Print program; Advertising Manager: Linda Camus; Technology Support: Kevin Romyn; Photography Consultant: Andrew Klapatiuk, photography instructor; Photography Editor: Aaron Foster; Film Processing: Aaron Foster; Karen Renee; Contact Sheets: Aaron Foster; Scanning Crew: Peter Garner; Wanda Mersereau; Aaron Foster. www.niagara-news.com Nasty treats a bad part of Halloween Ghouls and goblins will be out in full force this them and their fun would be a little hard to believe. dren but only for events at school, or with their fami- Wednesday. However, every year recently, we hear the horror ly and friends. Having a Halloween party with friends To “trick or treat” for candy is a crucial part of stories of children receiving bad chocolate and razor- and local children is a healthy alternative and a solu- Halloween. Children dressing up and going door-to- laced apples. As time progresses, the stories become tion. door is a tradition that will likely never fade. harder to believe. Last year in the United States, a Parents should take responsibility and go with their However, the process and purpose by which they do child was given candy injected with a household children through neighbourhoods, in addition to this should not be the same as in prior years. cleaning product. Because of the number of houses in checking what their child receives before allowing several areas the child visited that night, the person them to eat it. With the bad taste of Sept. 11 terrorist who did this was never found. I think parents should emphasize that Halloween is attacks on New York City and With the bad taste of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks o n about finding or making an opportunity to showcase Washington, D.C., still in our mouths, New York City and Washington, D.C., still in our creativity, not necessarily just getting candy. I don’t people are realizing that evil exists. mouths, people are realizing that evil exists. With a know any parents who would risk their child’s health white powder called anthrax surfacing throughout the rather than buy the child a $5 bag of candy. When our grandparents dressed-up and went out United States, people should be uneasy about sending With the good comes the bad. This isn’t only a time for candy in the Western world, or celebrated other their children out to collect treats from strangers. for children, but also one for predators seeking an traditions, they seldom feared repercussions. The To combat these worries, new and better methods opportunity to harm. fact was most were innocent children, only recog- are being formulated around the world. Dressing up Use caution in the choices you make Halloween nizing this occasion as a means to indulge their and playing make-believe for a night should still night. sweet tooth. The idea of an individual sabotaging take place. Many parents will dress up their chil- ROB LUCIANI

Money-hungry opportunists reach new low In keeping with the true American spirit, most Unfortunately, not all companies are using their influ- emotions and vulnerability. opportunists of that great nation have responded to ence to raise funds to assist victims. They are exploiting Using the attack and the patriotism that followed as tragedy with a self-serving goal. the attacks’ aftermath to line their own pockets. marketing tools is distasteful and unprofessional. Money. In a recent advertisement for American flags, back- Flags are a symbol of patriotism. If the advertisers Many organizations have taken advantage of the ground music plays the American national anthem events of Sept. 11, 2001, on several levels. while a voice-over explains the “importance” of the However, what separates them is the platform on viewers purchasing a set of flags and decals. Unfortunately, not all companies which they stand. These are to be displayed in or on your home, are using their influence to raise In an unprecedented effort, celebrities united on car, motor home, boat and mailbox and can be pur- funds to assist victims. They are Sept. 21 to raise funds for the victims of the terror- chased for the low, low price of only $14.99 plus exploiting the attacks’ aftermath ist tragedy. America: A Tribute to Heroes, a live shipping and handling. two-hour, commercial-free telecast, used the popu- This advertisement incorporates Americana of every to line their own pockets. larity of celebrity hosts and performers to generate level to sell products under false pretenses. It entices the millions of dollars raised. The opportunity to viewers into believing that by purchasing these flags weren’t telling the viewer to be patriotic by purchasing speak with celebrity volunteers while making a they’ll be helping the Sept. 11 victims. flags from their company, it would be justified. donation initiated more contributions than if “Joe Patriotism has always been in the hearts of most Taking advantage of a horrific event to help peo- Blow” hosted the telethon. Americans. Prior to the Sept. 11 attacks, these com- ple come together, raise money and increase aware- This selfless act of kindness and generosity panies used their products to promote pride and ness is noble. Using it for personal gain is in poor brought celebrities and the non-celebrities of this nationalism. Companies have taken patriotism to a taste. world together for humanity’s benefit. new level — using it as a ploy to play on people’s MELISSA PILON ADVERTISING RULES: The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall not be liable for damages arising out of errors in advertisements beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by the portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred. This applies whether such error is due to the negligence of its servants or otherwise. There shall be no liability for non-insertions of any advertisement beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. All advertisers are asked to check their advertisements after first insertion. We accept responsibility for only one incorrect insertion unless notified immediately after publication. Errors, which do not lessen the value of the advertisement, are not eligible for corrections by a make-good advertisement. There shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. We reserve the right to edit, revise, classify or reject any advertisement. Your voice or opinion is welcome in our Letters to the Editor section. Our policy regarding letter submissions is this: All letters must be received on the Friday one week prior to publication. Each letter must include the writer’s name, college identification number and program of study. All letters must be signed and include a day and evening telephone number for verification use only. All letters can be mailed or brought to the Niagara News newsroom, Room S212, Simcoe Building, Welland Campus. Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 9

VIEWPOINTS ‘We have to fight; we have to persevere’

horror that people in this world faith, hope and strength. for freedom again. er, if you strip away dogma, fun- endure daily. To keep what we “Mine eyes have seen the This enemy doesn’t think free- damentalism and hypocrisy — By ADAM hold dear, our liberty, we have to glory of the coming of the Lord; dom matters. This is obvious by this enemy has these by the BOGLE fight; we have to persevere. He is trampling out the vintage the way they treat women and truckload — faith is truly some- Staff Writer The most significant and where the grapes of wrath are non-Muslims. They are worse thing of love and grace. Column inspiring thing I saw come out of stored. He has loosed the fateful than the Confederation in the The Battle Hymn of the the events on Sept. 11 was on the lighting of His terrible swift Civil War. They don’t care about Republic isn’t religious propa- Friday following, three days sword. His truth is marching life, liberty and the pursuit of ganda. It’s a call to arms for It has been more than 40 days after the world, as we knew it, on.” happiness. They don’t care about those in this world who value the since hijacked commercial air- changed. The Battle Hymn of the anything except their radical sanctity of life and free will liners demolished great symbols U.S. President George W. Republic was first published in cause. among men. I think that’s some- of American prosperity, power Bush proclaimed that day one of 1862. Julia Ward Howe, of “He has sounded forth the thing all of us can agree on, no and freedom. remembrance and mourning. I Boston, Mass., wrote the words trumpet that shall never call matter what our personal In that time, many people have was sitting at home in we hear today. It was a popular retreat. He is sifting out the philosophies. said many things. We are talking Mississauga watching television poem of the Union during hearts of men before his judg- It’s worth noting that the last about revenge and forgiveness, news broadcasting giant CNN, America’s Civil War. ment seat. Oh, be swift my soul time this many people died at fear and triumph, and hate and like most people that week. I It’s interesting that this song to answer Him. Be jubilant, my one time on American soil was tolerance. heard and viewed the reaction to was written at a time when peo- feet. His day is marching on.” during the U.S. Civil War. Politics, war and tragedy are a song performed at a memorial ple in the north were fighting for Say what you will about reli- “Glory, glory, hallelujah. parts of our lives more now than service at Washington’s National freedom, freedom for those gion. It’s true that it has been the Glory, glory, hallelujah. Glory, ever before. We in North Cathedral. It put this event into afflicted by racism and slavery. cause of many sinister conflicts glory, hallelujah. His truth is America aren’t immune to the perspective. It was a song of We are now, in a way, fighting in the past. The truth is, howev- marching on.” Persistent infidels counter Taliban’s ‘martyrdom’

and misconstrue. They misapply intolerance and slaughtering of those rights and freedoms that martyrdom. However, Taliban By the ideologies they claim to fol- minorities. Infidels challenge protect our liberty, Canadians leaders and officials have been ROCHELLE low to suit their needs, subvert- are enemies to terror as well. in hiding since the bombing ing ideas into unrecognizable To the Taliban, I am an Rest assured that the terrorists attacks began on Oct. 7, making WHITE concepts. They do this to dehu- enemy. Because I can did not care to spare Canadian a choice not to die with their Staff Writer manize their opposition. They do speak for myself … think lives when they attacked on loyal subjects. Column this to retain control. Sept. 11, and they will not care In the wake of anthrax scares, To accomplish this goal, an enemy for myself … I am free … to spare Canadian lives in the bomb threats and the possibility “I am confident that, with the has been created. This enemy I am an infidel. future. We pose too much of a of further terrorist attacks, it is grace of Allah, we will force to embodies all of their fears — litera- threat. We can see the method to impossible to remain complacent its knees and defeat the great cy, strength, free will and desire. intellectual stasis. Infidels con- their maligning. about the existence of terror in infidel. … Death will definitely To the Taliban, I am an enemy. test those who place little or no The Taliban speaks of martyrs, the world. In spite of this, I am come one day. It does not matter Because I can speak for myself, value on human life. but they are not referring to the confident that I will not let fear whether we die today or tomor- because I can think for myself, As Canadians, we are all infidels. passengers on Flight 93 who suf- force me to my knees and make row. The goal is martyrdom.” – because I am free, in their eyes, It does not matter that we are fered death rather than endanger me abandon those beliefs that I Mullah Mohammad Omar, I am an infidel. not Americans. The border that the lives of thousands of others. hold dear. It does not matter Taliban supreme leader. Infidels oppose the subjuga- separates us is a geographical Instead, they reverence suicide, what adversity I may face. My The Taliban strives to confuse tion of women. Infidels resist the one. Because we also hold dear which has nothing to do with goal is persistence. Journalism-Print student volunteers at college open house school on a Saturday and spending My expectations for the day were like. I offered them my knowledge reporter from the Welland By most of my day there. I guess so. to help potential students by giving about what I have learned so far and Tribune came in and took a pic- CHRISTENE Niagara College had an open them an idea of what goes on and to what they could learn. I gave them ture of Barnatt and me was house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on help them figure out if they want to insight into how the pace of the pro- intriguing. I also got to meet WILDE Saturday. be a journalist. gram changes between the two years some fascinating people. Staff Writer I volunteered to help Phyllis As a volunteer, I gave poten- they attend and the differences All in all, I had fun because I got Column Barnatt, my Journalism-Print pro- tial students a student’s prospec- between the two years. I answered to tell someone about my experi- gram co-ordinator, and another fac- tive on our program. whatever questions they had about ence in the program and maybe My alarm went off at 8:30 a.m. on ulty member, Gary Erb. The open I took our guests through our the program and I told them about helped a couple of people make a Oct. 20. house was an invitation to everyone newsroom (our labs and darkroom), our teachers. decision about whether they wanted I lay there for a moment asking curious about the programs Niagara and I also explained to them what There were some perks to to be a part of the Journalism-Print myself if I was nuts for going to had to offer. they could expect the program to be doing this. The fact that a program.

Journalists, including those in the Journalism-Print program at Niagara College, are taught that their reporting must be balanced, fair and as objective as possible. That rule must also exist for columns written by reporters. In columns, the feelings and opinions of reporters are welcome, but balance, fairness and objectivity must never be disregarded or treated lightly. Our columns, which are clearly identified as such, do not reflect the opinions or feelings of the Niagara College administration or the management of the Niagara News. Columns reflect the opinion of only one person: the writer. Knowledge equals power in battle against biological warfare By ROCHELLE WHITE ease caused by the spore forming ground into particles. when the bacterium enters a cut Police and health officials in Staff Writer bacterium, Bacillus anthracis. After Infection by anthrax can occur in or abrasion on the skin after Canada have advised the public News media across the United infection, the bacterium produces a three forms: cutaneous (through the handling contaminated objects. not to panic as all reported cases States and Canada have been cover- toxin containing a deadly protein skin), inhalation and gastrointestinal. These infections are rarely lethal to date have turned up negative. ing the outbreak of anthrax and issu- called lethal factor, which attacks Symptoms of the disease vary and are easily treated with However, anyone who suspects ing warnings against infection. healthy cells. depending on how the disease was antibiotics. that they may have been Although anthrax is now a house- Anthrax is a naturally occurring contracted, but usually occur within Rare cases of inhalation exposed to anthrax or shows hold name, people are asking the disease, but anthrax spores can be seven days. anthrax are the most lethal, as symptoms of infection are question: “What is anthrax?” produced in a dry form for biological The majority of anthrax infec- these particles cause respiratory encouraged to report it immedi- Anthrax is an acute infectious dis- warfare, which may be stored and tions are cutaneous, occurring failure and death within a week. ately. Page 10, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 THE WAY I SEE IT Birding no longer just ‘for the birds’ without wings, one is incapable of such astonishing feats. me most birds would scatter off, although, she warned, if I’ve found watching these marvelous creatures feeds my one encroaches a blue jay’s nest, the parents will attack. By ERIK O’BRIEN imagination and relaxes me as no other form of common The American Birding Association (ABA) has com- Staff Writer entertainment does. piled the Principles of Birding Ethics: “Everyone who Column I used to have the ridiculous impression that birding was enjoys birds must always respect wildlife, its environ- “for the birds.” I concede, however, that to identify a bird, ment, and the rights of others. In any conflict of interest among the 466 species in Ontario, one must study. There are between birds and birders, the welfare of the birds and many books on the subject, and www.birder.com has 3,200 their environment comes first.” I’ve recently found a fondness for birding. I’m fasci- birding and nature books to offer, as well as binoculars, bird The ABA has four simple rules, known as the Code of nated by the mass migrations of birds, who are unaware of feeders and “bird-friendly coffee.” “Scopes” and books are Birding: their predictability yet predestined to return to the same essential tools to birding. 1. Promote the welfare of birds and their environments. locations year after year. Passing overhead, they are Phyllis Sterry, of St. Catharines, Ont., a “very inexperi- 2. Respect the laws and the rights of others. ignored by some and held in awe by others. enced” birder, says she owns many books on the subject. 3. Ensure that feeders, nest structures, and other artifi- Birds have generated international fascination through “I keep track of all the breeds I see,” says Sterry. “The cial bird environments are safe. the ages, flying without the aid of modern air machinery, hummingbirds are coming right through,” she adds, of the 4. Group birding, whether organized or impromptu, with will and grace as a result of patient evolution. current migration. requires special care. The ability to fly has filled many people’s dreams, yet Asked if there is any danger in birding, Sterry assured Now, with knowledge of the Code, I wish you happy birding. Fanatics, misogynists hamper true equality

I would have to be an idiot to say it was 20th century for women to begin to be weaker objects, and women must first without reason. respected, a mission still incomplete. realize men aren’t all misogynists. By MIKE It is a law of nature that power corrupts. The battle for respect is being fought The preceding statements are obviously VAN KOOTEN For some reason, most likely that of physi- even at this moment, and it will not end idealistic and will most likely never become Staff Writer cal superiority, men got the early jump on any time soon. The battle isn’t always reality. There will always be fanatical femi- Column gaining power. Gaining power through correct, but it’s always raging. nists and male misogynists. That does not strength is the best way to create bad power. Although many men have contributed to mean, however, that individual people have Just look at the Nazis. the negative treatment of women, all men to react by treating all men like misogy- It didn’t take long for this power to cor- aren’t to blame. It’s a broad judgment that nists and all women like fanatics. It’s exhausting trying to keep up with all rupt the members of the male gender. created this problem and it’s a broad judg- Every member of every gender is dif- the anger towards men. Women weren’t allowed to vote or work, or ment that will continue to fuel this problem. ferent, with different views. Bashed and bashed again, men are even to be treated as equals of men. Men and women don’t have to be con- Once people start recognizing this con- always going to have enemies. Why are Women have been given reasons to hate tradictory; they can be complementary. cept, a new wave of equality will begin to men so hated? men since the beginning. It took until the Men must first realize women are not break. Even hardest workers need a day off, from time to time

has been slow all day and your As students, we are working ask yourself? In the wake of the take a few more resumés down employer is canceling your shift. more and making less than we had recent terrorist events in the to the Falls. By WANDA Yes, that must be it. Someone expected when we were first hired. U.S., many people are wonder- No matter which way you cut MERSEREAU from work is calling to tell you It seems unjust, if you consider all ing what is truly important. I am it, school is expensive. Most of Staff Writer that there are too many people those hours spent at one building no different. us will have to work, but, lucki- Column scheduled and because you have and you get only a few hundred Isn’t it worth any amount of ly, while you are a student, your worked the last boundless number dollars. money to be with the ones you part-time job is meant to assist of days in a row, you can take Don’t get me wrong. I am thank- love? To spend an extra night out you. It’s supposed to be an extra today off. ful for those few dollars, but I ask with your friends? So you miss a bit of financial help. It isn’t Today is the perfect day for a Surprise! It is not work. It is, you: When do you get to spend day’s pay. The truth is that you meant to bring you more stress sick day. however, a friend telling you about them on anything you really want? never know what’s going to hap- and heartache than your studies. How many times has it hap- something going on that you just I work five days a week. My two pen and at $5.95 an hour you can Some of us have different pened? You are rushing to work as a can’t miss. The conversation days off are Monday and Tuesday. afford a little lenience. views on what happens to us feeling of dread overcomes you. always ends this way: “You don’t Believe it or not, there really isn’t If worst comes to worst and after our time on earth. You are going to be late once again. have to work tonight, do you?” a lot going on, on my two “party your one day off does cause you a Personally, I have no idea. What Just as you complete your daily Of course you do. It’s Friday days.” Besides a lack of events, problem (which, speaking from I am quite sure of is that I want game of find the car keys, the tele- night, so what else would you most of my friends are at work. experience, it probably won’t), to be with my loved ones as phone rings. You know you want to do to celebrate a long I am fortunate to have a job that then you have a choice to make: much as I can while I’m here. shouldn’t answer it. You know week of classes? You try to reas- seems to generate quite a few dol- Number 1, either suck it up I suggest to everyone that one nothing good can come from sure yourself it’s more important lars in tips, but they always seem because it is your own fault after day away from work will not answering the ringing phone. This to earn that $5.95 per hour. to go to the same three things: gas all, or number 2, realize just how hurt. In fact, it may make you is when your fantasy kicks in. Unfortunately, you aren’t so easily for the car, food and rent. lucky you are to be in the realize how lucky you are. What There is always a chance that work fooled. Where is this going, you may Service Capital of Canada and could be better than that?

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LAND night of the Devil’s Night, the night Column year when chil- before Halloween, is Known and dren dress in when hooligans ram- feared for centuries costumes to page through the vampires have look as streets throwing always been known to frightening eggs at homes, as they can. soaping vehi- hide in the shadows and When cles and smash- feast on the blood of any Halloween ing pumpkins. and all living creatures. first began Devil’s Night The Canadian Oxford many isn’t highly Dictionary defines a vam- years ago, regarded but pire as a ghost or reani- people is still mated corpse supposed to would observed leave its grave at night to dress in every year unap- as “fun.” suck the blood of sleeping pealing scary people, often represented as cos- Halloween odour used to be a human with long pointed the wan- tumes canine teeth. As you can see to rid fun and still dering soul is, although the words mythical or fic- would not tional are not stated any- safety is a enter the body. strong con- where in the definition. The body would As portrayed in movies cern for be buried on almost every parent with and novels vampires are sacred grounds and under dwellers which feed children out trick or treat- blessed by the village ing. There have been hor- upon the weak and troubled, priest. and along vampires comes rible stories in the past of Another practice used some oddball people the vampire hunter where was the burning of the he/she is equipped with; a putting poison or razor corpse, but this method was blades in the candy they wooden stake, crucifix, holy not used often for the people water and the ever powerful hand out, forcing parents would think this would anger to sift through their chil- garlic. the spirit and it would move Although the portrayal of dren’s candy, making to another corpse at get sure it’s safe for them vampires has been falsely revenge on the village. identified compared to “real selves to eat. The immortal vampire, one well To those who feel it’s vampires” the vampire of which will either possess hunters were equipped with hidden necessary to steal its past corpse or another had and chose candy from other similar tools. Instead of a reason for its return. The approaching the vampire in not to be children, because purpose was usually based known by they are too lazy to the dead of night (like in the upon the person’s manner of movies) a hunter would any one. do the work them- death suicide and a dishonor- selves, they approach the vampire in the able burial were the most fre- daytime. The accused should quent reasons for a restless refrain. corpse would then be soul to return to the land of unearthed from its resting- There are the living. plenty of place. Most attacks were on fami- In Europe in the early other ly and friends of the persons nights 1700s a formal procedure past life. The intention of the would occur — a wooden through return would confuse the the year stake would be driven vampire and would try to through the heart in order to be a find family or friends and by bully. to ensure the corpse could the time the vampire would not circulate blood. The reach them the thirst for eyes of the corpse would be blood would be uncontrol- torn out and replaced with lable and the vampire would PHoTos by herbs. The people believed absorb its now victims blood. the eyes were a gateway for As years passed, the rob LuciAni a soul into a undead vampires body and if DeSiGned by ceased to exist. tina LanZillotta missing and Some say because replaced with every one having an an herb honorable burial no Pictured: usually matter the way of death, Kirstin, 10 years garlic others say they just had no old place among the living any Kellsie, 7 years old, more. Some extremists because believe they still walk among ofParis, Ont. of its us they have just kept them- Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 15 ENQUIRING MINDS Parents given chance to voice concerns By RICHELLE GRATTON tallying 25, of 54 responses, on why ics, co-op programs and recommendation parents had a chance to voice topics they Staff Writer Niagara was chosen. by family and friends. want to discuss while the college provided A survey of parents of Niagara College stu- Specific programs that were noted were The greatest concerns of the parents, some of its own topics. dents will help round out the college’s market- the Business programs, the Journalism-Print based on 49 responses, were whether their The latter included campus safety, stu- ing plan by showing why their children choose program, the Interactive Multimedia (Post- child will be successful, able to maintain dent rights and responsibilities, student Niagara College and what parents’ biggest graduate) program, the Culinary focus and self-discipline, manage work services, college life, student success, fears for their child at college are. Management program, the Police overloads, able to adjust well, and personal question and answer time and tips for par- The survey is filled out as part of a semi- Foundations programs, the College safety, off-campus security, health and well- ents developed by students. nar called For Parents Only held at the Vocational program and the Broadcasting – ness of the child, sufficient preparation for Some of the topics that parents requested Welland and Glendale campuses for the par- Radio, Television and Film program. future career and graduation. Other con- were student residences, meal plans, City of ents of first-year students. Nine parents identified the location cerns focussed on these questions: is the Welland resources, academic support pro- Interested parents attend a $10 four-hour response, because the college is close to child taking the program he or she really grams and services, services for students conference that includes lunch. home. Five said that it was the best school wants to study, is he or she eating right, will with disabilities and the sharing of student “We present them with a lot of informa- for the program to begin a career, such as the student ask for help if it is needed, can information with parents. tion about college students and about in landscaping and horticulture. The small- the student budget, and is the student partic- “Most parents are shocked to hear that we Niagara College,” said Brigitte Chiki, direc- er classes interested three, two liked the ipating fully in college life? won’t be sharing their child’s grades with tor of student services. Chiki is the leader of newer facilities and two said it was the Of the 120 parents that attend the ses- them,” said Chiki. “They have to realize that the group, as she holds the sessions. only college that offered the program they sion annually, 95 per cent are sending a laws change and student rights change.” The survey is filled out after the ses- wanted, such as golf management. Other child to college for the first time, and most Another session will be held in January. sions. Programs topped the answer list, reasons included good reputation, athlet- of them are from out of the region. The This is the first year for a January session. First-year survey tracks changing student trends By JASON ROMANIUK classified document,” says Jurmain. with the students. Staff Writer The survey began five years ago as a “To use our resources properly we have to With so much changing at Niagara way to acquire detailed information about find information in all areas. If we know College from year to year, student trends the students attending Niagara College. how many students drive, parking can be need to be tracked by a reliable system. The Jurmain says that the structure of the sur- altered accordingly,” as an example. first-year student survey is such a system. vey was based upon similar surveys from While some of the questions on the sur- “The survey gives the college important other colleges. vey may seem specified toward ethnicity, details about students. The more info we Previous methods of storing survey Jurmain says that these types of ques- have, the better we can serve students,” says results are obsolete because of a new tions, such as ones on language, are use- Marti Jurmain, director of New Product database, which will be put into effect ful. She says that if there is an increase in Development, Academic Division. this year. Jurmain says that this database the number of students speaking a partic- Jurmain says that the survey is first handled will lower the current cost of the survey, ular language, the support for these areas by her department’s secretariat, then sent out to which is $5,000 for the college. will increase too. the co-ordinators in each division. The co-ordi- There is one very identifiable trend if The survey and the questions should remain nators then distribute it to their students to fill results from past years are analyzed, says consistent in years to come, says Jurmain. “The out in September or October. The survey is Jurmain. “Students’ use of the Internet has only change could come with the new curricu- confidential and poses questions in areas rang- almost doubled every year,” she says, lum entering the Ontario high schools.” ing from demographics and educational back- adding that most students are now finding Compustat Consultants does the summariz- ground to income and language. out about Niagara College on the Internet ing of the survey every year. “There is no student identification, which first. Jurmain says that trends like this are On average, approximately 75 to 80 per cent means the survey can be treated as a non- very useful in the college’s efforts to adapt of first-year students participate in the survey. Mid-term reports on Internet By VICKI SWANTON “There is going to be an e-mail Staff Writer message sent to any student who How fast can you get a better job? The Internet will be busier than has an unsatisfactory grade,” says normal as Niagara College goes Vaughan, adding, “If you have any Take the fastest route to a more fulfilling career. technical with mid-term reports. unsatisfactory grades, talk to your In as little as 18 months, you’ll be ready to Starting the week of Oct. 29, mid- teachers about it.” term reports will be available online. “This year, for the first time, ‘The onus is on the you’re going to be able to look up students to look up your mid-term grades online,” says Al Vaughan, director of enrolment their own grades.’ Are you missing out on valuable opportunities to advance your career or a better paying and registration services. — Al Vaughan Vaughan says students can look job because you haven’t finished your bachelor’s degree? D’Youville College offers a up their mid-term marks by log- As in previous years the valid 20% discount to Canadian students to help with tuition. —the ging on to the college Web site. grades for mid-terms are: adult degree completion program from D’Youville College that has helped many move “The onus is on the students to S (Attendance/participation look up their own grades,” says meets the requirements for this on to more rewarding careers! Vaughan, adding, “We hope all stu- course. Assignments and other dents go and look up their grades.” evaluative measures currently In previous years, mid-term indicate a likelihood of success It’s time to reports were mailed out to students. in this course). This is no longer the case. U (Lack of regular atten- For more information call “There will be instructions on the dance/participation is a cause Web site (to show students how to for concern and assignments, (716) 881-7600 or 1-800-777-3921 access their grades),” says Vaughan. tests and other evaluative mea- “The first step is to get a computer sures currently indicate that account and password.” failure is a likely possibility Student can access their unless improvement takes place grades using the student access over the balance of the term). lab at the college or from their N (Student is registered in computers at home. They can this course, but has log on to the college Web site at attended/participated sporadi- Educating for Life! niagarac.on.ca/nicc. cally, if at all, since the begin- “The whole purpose is to give ning of the term). 320 Porter Avenue positive feedback for those who Vaughan says the distribution of Buffalo, NY 14201 are on track to pass, and to give final grades will remain the same. an early warning to those at risk “We’ll mail grades for final www.dyc.edu of failing,” says Vaughan. grade reports for final grades.” Page 16, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 OUTREACH Alex sails on ‘adventure of a lifetime’ By ROCHELLE WHITE voyage as an opportunity to raise school around the world.” Staff Writer funds for the Niagara Region The ship’s Web site has been On a sunny July afternoon, a Children’s Safety Village, under taken over by Niagara Colleg,e dream was born. After attending construction at the Niagara and Interactive Multi-media (Post- the annual Tall Ships festival in College Welland campus. graduate) program students will be Port Colborne, Alex Riddle made Flying the Niagara College flag involved in maintaining it. They a decision that would change his on the ship, Alex is hoping to raise plan to develop a “Where’s Alex?” life: He would travel around the needed funds for the construction theme, get regular updates from world for the next three years on and maintenance of the safety vil- the ship and post them. the tall ship Bat’Kivschyna. lage, as well as gain exposure for Alex operates the laptop com- Alex, who has been boating the college. puter aboard the ship, which now locally since the age of four, has runs Internet and e-mail via a cell- always had a fondness for tall phone. Unfortunately, the expens- ships. The Bat’Kivschyna — the When the opportunity es for this are quite high, so the Fatherland — is a Ukrainian boat to join this voyage arose ship is trying to get a corporate that is a popular draw at all ports for Alex, there was no telecommunications sponsor of call. When the opportunity to involved in the project. join this voyage arose for Alex, question he was up to the Alex says he is hoping to obtain there was no question he was up to challenge. his shortwave radio licence from the challenge. Niagara College during the winter Alex’s father, Michael Riddle, is months. The ship is outfitted with “very proud” of his son. Not only Leo Tiberi, director of the this technology, but to date there is he glad that his son is following Communications and Information is no one aboard licensed to use it. his dreams, but he is pleased that Technology division, said, “It looks Riddle describes his son’s jour- Alex is representing Niagara like an interesting project that ney as “an adventure of a life- College on his voyage. Riddle, a could pull together the resources of time.” Although the family keeps professor in the Police our division, raise some dollars for in constant contact with Alex, he Alex Riddle preparing for the parade of sails on the Foundations program, encouraged needed charities, and raise the feels the experience “has changed Bat’Kivschyna. Alex when he decided to use this awareness of our programs and our lives considerably.” Submitted photo Membership has benefits for public relations students

By RICHELLE GRATTON relation graduates. Staff Writer “We called it Almost Students in the Public Relations PRofessional,” said Schroder. (Post-graduate) program at Also included in the newsletter Niagara College are the newest is information about the Pinnacle members of the Canadian Public Awards. The CPRS-Hamilton Relations Society (CPRS). Student Award of Excellence is Gordon Neufeld, APR, president presented each year to an eligible of the CPRS Hamilton branch, vis- student member of CPRS- ited the students at the Welland Hamilton. campus on Oct. 16, to provide The award is sponsored jointly information about the benefits of by the CPRS and Canada membership. NewsWire to help students pro- “It’s a good way to meet peo- mote themselves and begin their ple,” said Neufeld. careers in public relations. Marissa Schroder, 25, started at “It’s a good way of getting the branch as a student representa- exposure,” said Neufeld. tive from Sheridan College in He explained to the students Oakville and is Neufeld’s assis- how to be successful in public tant. She also spoke to the stu- relations. Through a co-op posi- dents. Gordon Neufeld, APR, president of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) – Hamilton tion many students are hired on a Niagara College paid the $30 branch; Julie Putman, of Hamilton, and Robyn Brumby, of Niagara Falls, both students in the Public full-time basis because they have one-year membership cost for Relations (Post-graduate) program; and Marissa Schroder, a Sheridan College student doing her proven themselves, he said. each of the full-time students in internship with CPRS. Neufeld is president of Direct Outcomes, a public relations consulting firm. Being “professional agitators,” the program. said Neufeld, is the way to get into Submitted photo The membership offers many this business. benefits and is a good way “to student representative from the “We are always looking for members of CPRS-Hamilton “Convince them you are worth make some fantastic connections,” college. Volunteers are also need- something to put in the newslet- includes articles on how to get taking on,” and you will be “on the said Schroder. ed to help plan special events and ter,” said Schroder. involved, interviews with profes- road to the corner office,” said CPRS-Hamilton is looking for a write for the newsletter. The newsletter for student sionals and resources for public Neufeld. New online ombudsman program answers Student Questions Prizes may also be offered Student Questions. The marketing stage of the ombud pro- Chiki, director of student services at the gram has begun. It will include the distrib- for best monthly question Welland campus, says, “It’s more reflective ution of promotional products such as and first posted question of what we hope to get out of the program.” posters. Student Questions will be hosted by stu- There is also the possibility of a prize By JENNIFER PICKETT dent services, and related questions and being offered to some of the first people Staff Writer suggestions will be forwarded to the related who log on with a question, and monthly Brigitte Chiki says she is “very excited” division. The student service office will be prizes for the best question of the month, as the finishing touches are being put on home to the program for a year or so until a says Chiki. Niagara College’s new online ombudsman place is found for it on campus. The Web site will have many interesting program. Gary McCormick, 30, of St. Catharines, a features, such as being free to use, the ques- The college funds the program, and the third-year student in the Computer tioner’s choice to be anonymous, the oppor- Student Employment Centre pays students Programmer/Analyst program at the tunity to get help 24 hours a day, seven days who have worked on the project. Some Welland campus, has been working with the a week and the ability to search FAQs with changes have been made since production program almost since day one. keywords. started last year. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are The Web site is expected to be in opera- Over the summer, sessions were held with being put on line. If your question is not tion by the end of this term. “Just keep your staff and the student administration to get listed, it will be answered within two busi- eyes open for the launch of Student feedback. The program has been renamed ness days. Questions,” says Chiki. BRIGITTE CHIKI Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 17 GLOBAL VIEW International buddies share social skills

By MITO TOGAWA “Our program is more social, and the tar- for the multicultural program don’t cite go into the classrooms for five to 10 minutes Staff Writer get group is different,” said Madsen. “We wanting more English practice as a main to explain the program and give application The multicultural buddy program pro- feel it’s a mutually beneficial program for reason to participate. forms to interested students. They match vides a chance to establish international both the international students and to the “Some students continue to want to buddies according to the application forms friendships. Canadian students.” practice their English, so that may be one that each Canadian student and internation- The program, offered by the student ser- “It’s an opportunity for Canadian stu- of the benefits of the buddy program,” al student fills out. vices division, differs from the conversation dents to meet somebody from another said Madsen. “It’s very busy,” said Putman about the partners opportunities offered by the English culture, another country,” said Madsen. Donna Putman, a counsellor in the same program at MMC. “Both the international as a Second Language program (ESL). “It can be helpful in terms of completing division, is primarily involved with Maid of students have confirmed they want to have In the buddy program, an international assignments if there’s a need for some the Mist campus (MMC). She has matched the buddy and the Canadian students have student and Canadian student meet once a knowledge of culturally diverse issues. 25 pairs of buddies so far. At the Glendale just been excited to get the buddy. It’s been week (or more often if they wish) in person, That’s becoming more and more impor- campus she has matched 15 pairs. Madsen very positive down there. There is lots of by phone or by e-mail. tant in Canada. We’re very diverse and Putman work together on the Welland enthusiasm.” While conversation partners are offered nations, so who we were looking for was campus. The multicultural buddy program started only to ESL students, the multicultural people who were culturally sensitive.” While nearly 20 international students in January. The focus is on incoming inter- buddy program is offered to international Knowing people from other countries and applied for the buddy program at Welland national students rather than international students in post-secondary and post-gradu- finding out more about the other cultures campus, some Canadian buddies are still students in the second year, as incoming stu- ate programs at Niagara College. All of the can be beneficial in case a student travels or needed. dents have a greater need to be closer to campuses have this program. makes a business contact in the future, said At MMC and Glendale campuses, there Canadian cultural experiences. The buddy program is designed to pro- Madsen, identifying another benefit. were more Canadian student applicants than Putman said the organizers are always mote intercultural understanding through In order to get into post-secondary and were needed. seeking new ideas for the program. They are friendship, said Erik Madsen, a counsel- post-graduate programs, international stu- Recruiting Canadian students is similar to planning to have some workshops and spe- lor with Niagara College’s Enterprise and dents are required to have a certain level of what the ESL department does to recruit cial events students can attend with buddies Student Services Division. English language ability, so those who apply conversation partners. Madsen and Putman in November. Indian Affairs working with private sector By GLEN WUTTUNEE development going on in Fort McMurray, Alta. and maintenance. Indian Affairs Staff Writer McMurray, Alta., with the con- “We work with getting con- provides financial assistance to Fred Jobin, of Edmonton, Alta., struction of tar sands. A company tracts and creating jobs with new and expanding Indian busi- works as the director of economic named Syncrude Canada oper- the five bands,” said nesses, but only to a 50 per cent development for Indian Affairs ates the sand plants and is the Jobin. funding limit to help them expand. and assists 44 Indian bands largest private-sector Indian Affairs has Seventeen other companies are throughout Alberta. employer of aboriginal peo- been developing involved in the partnership agree- “The department is trying to ple in Canada. partnership agree- ments, including two forestry promote economic development All tar sands being built ments for 10 years companies: Alpac and Diashowa. across Canada,” said Jobin, in a will produce 50 per cent of with businesses for The partnership agreements are recent telephone interview with all oil produced in Canada jobs. aimed at getting native people off Niagara News. within the next 15 years. Economic development is social assistance and into the There is a lot of economic There are five native bands in Fort contracting such jobs as catering workforce. Chinese immigrants top list of entrants to Canada By MISATO ARAI to Canada too, because he doesn’t Staff Writer feel secure after he saw the Many international students, Indonesian riot that occurred in especially ones from China, want 1998. The riot originated in stu- to immigrate to Canada. dent demonstrations in Jakarta, According to Citizenship and Indonesia’s capital city. Protesters Immigration Canada, more than demanded democratization and the 220,000 people immigrated to resignation of former president Canada in 2000, the great majority Suharto. The protests grew more (58.76 per cent) heading to Ontario. intense, overlapping into a mone- China ranks first in immigrants’ tary crisis in Asia. Alamsjah says source countries. Indonesia’s population consists of There are four immigration natives of Indonesia and Chinese classes: refugee, independent, immigrants. The Chinese minority family and business including controls the economy. entrepreneurs, investors and the His parents want him to live in self-employed. Canada, says Alamsjah. “I want to Being an immigrant means get- be a refugee first because it is eas- ting the right of permanent resi- ier to be a landed immigrant of dence. Once someone has been Canada.” If he could immigrate, granted immigrant status, the he says, he wants to call his par- expense in attending an education- ents to Canada. al institution and having health A point system is used during insurance become the same as for the immigration process, except a Canadian but there is no right to for members of the family class vote. Immigrants must live in and refugees. An applicant is Canada 183 days in a year to main- graded on points such as the edu- The immigrants come and go at an intersection in Toronto’s Chinatown. tain the right of permanent resi- cational background, English or Photo by Misato Arai dence. Being a landed immigrant French language ability and occu- Canada after he succeeds in immi- Foreign Studies University and Canada,” she says. She has is different from being a citizen pation. grating and, finally, wants to be a worked for three years before worked at the Welland campus whose passport indicates he or she Xun Yang, 25, of China, is in the Canadian citizen, says Yang. coming to Canada in 1999. She for her co-op work since June, is a Canadian. same class as Alamsjah. Even However, he says he wants to says, “For Chinese people, if they designing some of the college’s Sukarno Alamsjah, 21, of before his arrival in Canada, he move to the United States if he has go to other countries, they have to Web site. She will end her pro- Indonesia, is in the second-year wanted to immigrate here, says a chance, because the American apply for visas.” She likes to trav- gram in December and is plan- Computer Programmer/Analyst Yang. Coming to Canada as a stu- dollar is “the biggest money” in el but she doesn’t like to apply for ning to apply for immigration (Co-op) program at Niagara dent was “the first step” for his the world. “Money is the most visas each time she goes to foreign soon after she gets a job in College’s Welland campus. His immigration. important thing for me.” countries, says Chutima. Canada. ancestors are Chinese immigrants He explains the currency value Chutima, 27, of China, is in the She chooses Canada for her The number of immigrants to in Indonesia. His uncle is an immi- in China is low and the living con- sixth semester of the Computer immigration “because it’s easier Canada increases every year grant of Canada. ditions here are better than China. Programmer/Analyst (Co-op) pro- to immigrate to Canada than the because of its high standard of liv- He says he wants to immigrate He wants to call his family to gram. She graduated from Beijing United States, and I like ing and public peace. Page 18, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT Don’t Say A Word delivers at breakneck speed

By JORDAN CUTTLER recesses of a very troubled girl’s dreary New York City. of roles from films such as The psychiatrist’s wife afflicted with Staff Writer mind. Conrad visits a mental hospital Game and Disclosure, he com- a broken leg throughout this Director Gary Fleder (Kiss the Mind you, the movie comes housing an extremely volatile 18- bines the appropriate amount of film. Her bedridden state, com- Girls, Things to Do in Denver through with the plot in a round- year-old girl. Next, we are show- sentiment with intensity in this pounded by the hampering When You’re Dead) settles into about way. Before all plot ele- cased a drowning victim fresh film. demands of the kidnappers of his crime-drama niche with this ments are tied together, it would from the depths of the harbour. The supporting cast is compe- her child, makes for a great per- latest addition of frantic, vio- seem as if we’re merely witnesses The director whisks us away to a tent and even shines in moments. formance. Like a wild tiger in lence-ridden film-making, Don’t to a parade of ultra-violence scene where we are privy to a Brittany Murphy — who’s been the jungle protecting her young, Say A Word. through the streets of New York home invasion on an elderly seen in limited roles in movies Jannsen is ferociously reactive This film revolves around a City. woman. Yes, this is New York, but such as Girl, Interrupted and to her daughter’s captors. ransom demand made on a psy- The film explodes out of the it’s a New York we undoubtedly Clueless — tackles her biggest Don’t Say A Word pulls no chiatrist in exchange for his gate with a high-paced bank heist won’t see depicted in this manner role yet as the mentally troubled punches as it builds to a fevered daughter. However, his apparent ending in double-crossed dishon- for quite some time. Elizabeth Burrows. She portrays pitch by lacing seemingly unrelat- wealth is hardly what these our among thieves. If you’re looking to get your fill, her pain as an equal mixture of ed violent crimes together to form stone-cold criminals are asking Next we are introduced to the this movie’s a one-stop shop. fear and anger that deef off each an engaging plot line. Its gritty for. Instead, the good doctor must soul of the film, Dr. Nathan Douglas clearly has the middle- other. It’s real to the viewer in an tone is commendable because it is provide his services of the mind Conrad, his wife and daughter. aged-urban-professional-wrapped- unsettling sort of way. unforgivably constant. This is a in order to extract an important This scene is book-ended by yet up-in-a-nightmare role down to a Former Bond girl Famke modern thriller that delivers at six-digit code buried deep in the another descent into Fleder’s science. Resurrecting the psyche Jannsen plays Aggie Conrad, the breakneck speed. Godsmack donates proceeds to NY City recovery

By DERYK STEVENS was being very patriotic. This night, recently released its first in front of the drums, from each Most of the songs from the album Staff Writer was shown when two guys major label album called Every side of the stage, and from a Awake were played. Godsmack Despite the tragic events hap- walked around the aisles holding Six Seconds, which blends hard model of the band’s sun logo had the crowd going crazy during pening in New York City, fans still an American flag and each audi- rock with hip-hop and grunge. hanging above the stage. Three the heavy songs such as Bad made it out to Darien Lake, N.Y., ence section they passed cheered The band was formed in screens, hung from each side of Religion, Keep Away and Trippin’ to see Godsmack, Saliva, and as they saw the flag. Memphis, Tenn., by vocalist the stage and in the centre, when they would project pictures Luxx on Sept. 14. Luxx, a band from New York Josey Scott, guitarists Chris showed images of everything of war and bin Laden. Before the show started, each City, was the first to hit the stage. Dablado and Wayne Swinny, from the band to Osama bin Between songs the band covered band and the bands’ crew members Luxx has been together for five bassist Dave Novotny, and drum- Laden, the latter provoking the Walk from Pantera along with a took to the stage in a moment of years and has an independent mer Paul Crosby. expected audience anger. Kiss and Twisted Sister tune. silence to honour all the people in album out called Hydroponic. The crowd loved Saliva’s Godsmack was formed in 1995 Godsmack was, by far, the heavi- New York City. Vocalist Katrina Chester, along aggressive songs, such as Click by vocalist Sully Erna. After a few est, loudest and most energized This was the first night back on with guitarist Ian Hatton, drummer Click Boom, and Beg. This group changes, it now consists of gui- band of the night, and ended the tour, as they had to cancel the last Dave Silver, and bassist Benny played a very intense show with tarist Tony Rombolo, drummer set with its first single, Whatever, two shows because of the terror- Selzer, fronts the band. Luxx filled lots of energy. Tommy Stewart and bassist which was dedicated to New York ist attacks and for security rea- its 20-minute slot with heavy gui- Godsmack’s stage looked like Robbie Merril. The band is pro- City and America. sons. There were American flags tars, great drumming and vocals, the stone wall of a castle from moting its second album, Awake, Godsmack donated 100 per cent everywhere, from the parking lot which sound like a mix between which an eerie red glow emitted on this tour. of earnings from this show and the to the stage, and even on people’s Courtney Love and Gwen Stefani between the stones. A gargoyle The band opened its set with remaining three weeks of concerts clothes. There was a lot of of No Doubt. was placed on a ledge at each Sick of Life, its new single Greed, to the New York City recovery American pride and everyone Saliva, the second band of the end of the stage. Fire shot from and the instrumental Vampires. efforts. Funny man Cunningham wants to help students

By PETER GARNER comedian, but admires others’ var- Staff Writer ious facets. James Cunningham has no phi- “I love Jim Carrey’s physicality losophy regarding comedy. and Steven Wright’s intelligence,” “Ask me in 10 years,” says says Cunningham. “I guess if I had Cunningham. “Then, maybe, I’ll to say who influenced me I’d say have the answer.” Bill Cosby and Richard Pryor.” Cunningham, a graduate of the On Sept. 11, Cunningham did a theatre program at the University show for the Belleville, Ont., of Toronto, has been touring police. He says it went very well, Canada and the United States with all things considered. his own style of comedy for the “I didn’t have to change any of past five years. my material,” says Cunningham. “College crowds are the worst,” “Laughter is the closest distance he says. “You always have bad between two people, and we need crowds though. You can’t help it.” that right now.” Cunningham also has a finan- The comedy scene in Ontario is cial planning seminar, Funny stronger than ever, according to Money, which he presents to col- Cunningham, who recently did leges and universities in Ontario. Just For Laughs with fellow The routine is set up to help stu- comedians Jeff Foxworthy and dents budget and invest their Will and Grace star Meghan money wisely. Mullaney. “I do it just like a comedy Cunningham is trained in the- show,” he says. “I just want to help atre and has acted in various out the students. I know what it is Shakespeare plays. He says that like to be on a budget. I was a stu- he wants to pursue acting as well dent once too.” James Cunningham demonstrates some dance moves to Niagara College students at Comedy as keep active with his comedy. Two or three shows a week are Night at After Hours pub. He is currently acting on the the norm for Cunningham, who Photo by Aaron Foster YTV show System Crash in has toured in Saudi Arabia and the addition to being in commercials North Pole to “captive audiences.” years,” says Cunningham. “I some form of entertainment while Cunningham says that he does- for Ford Escape and Gilda’s “I was in the navy for three know what a treat it is to have you are there.” n’t have the style of any other Club. Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 19 INTUNE Spiritualized album has cohesive approach By AARON FOSTER order to embark on a new vocals and the churning guitars The song Twelve Steps also shows once again by singing, “Come on, Staff Writer approach to his music, bringing assist Pierce’s angry vocal chant. the band in rocking mode, fooling baby, stop your crying now.” Salvation and space decorate the almost 100 guest musicians along you into thinking the song is actu- The album has quite a cohesive inner walls of your mind as you for the ride. ally Electricity from the band’s approach, which can become tire- press “play” and let Spiritualized Without a huge departure from previous album. some after a while. Let It Come whisk you away into the atmos- 1997’s manic-depressive opus Straight and Narrow and I Down lacks the schizophrenic phere. Ladies and Gentlemen, We’re Didn’t Mean To Hurt You show mess that appeared on earlier Spiritualized’s new album, Let Floating In Space, the band does, Pierce’s delicate side with heart- albums and shows Pierce and It Come Down, which was however, emphasize its gospel wrenching vocals and lyrics about company in a cleaned-up state of released on Sept. 25, shows band roots and sheds its drug-induced loss and despair. mind. leader Jason Pierce (aka J lyrical references. “Nothing hurts you like the pain If you’re into clever songwriting Spaceman) again in the forefront Let It Come Down begins with of someone you love,” sings and have the patience for good of his trademark gospel space- a blaze of glory with the song On Pierce on the single Stop Your music, Let It Come Down is your rock. Fire. Fuelled by piano playing Crying, a dazzling brass and string fix. Limp Bizkit and Korn fans Pierce, known for his tyrannical reminiscent of Little Richard, the orchestra piece aided by the beau- need not apply. behaviour, fired his entire band in gospel choir adds the background tiful melody. The choir helps out Latest Crystal Method release well worth wait By W. COLIN GIBSON me of Orbital's Halycon on + on. It plays for sounds and beats using a vocal sample and The Crystal Method has produced anoth- Staff Writer eight minutes and is smooth, melodic and moulding the music around it. There is also er album that grows on you as Tweekend Tweekend, the latest album from the twin ghostly. a hidden track of Name of the Game and draws you in with an eclectic mix of genres DJ's of Los Angeles, Calif., known as Tough Guy finishes that culmination of Murder. and talents. Crystal Method, has been worth the wait. It features the talents of industry friends like Ryu, Julie Gallios, Tom Morello, of Rage Against the Machine, and Scott Weilland, of Stone Temple Pilots. Of the album's tracks, Pho is co- produced by Morello and is a spacey techno tune with a machine-sounding voice declar- ing, “this is what you like.” The beginning beats of Roll It

Up are ambient flavoured, very smooth and melodic notes, with sometimes five levels of music in one piece. It reminds me of She's My Pusher from Crystal Method's first album, Vegas. Murder, co-produced and sung by Weilland, has an alternative- rock beat with a progressive ambi- ent flavour. It's a mainstay song and an instant classic. Name of the Game is the first hit of the album. With fierce vocals by Ryu, guitars by Morello, and mixes by the Method, this song is an anthem. The Winner and Ten Miles Back sounds like traditional Method with heavy ambient sounds. Ten Miles Back is melody transcend- ing before merging with house beats to the mysteriously angelic voice of Julie Gallios. Over the Line is a good ambient beat with a touch of Middle Eastern influence. When you first hear the “over the line” vocals, it just kicks. Blowout and Tough Guy com- plete Tweekend. Everything in the first nine songs is culminated in the final two songs totalling over 19 minutes. All sounds are merged in this astro-ambient-rave- progressive trip. Blowout's background reminds Niagara News, Oct.26, 2001, Page 21 WORLD THOROUGHBRED CHAMPIONSHIPS Talent Runs Deep In This Year’s Edition winner of both of her starts. She has missed some training favourite of any race on the program. His biggest threats are time because of a fever, but trainer Bob Baffert is confident two other undefeated colts: Came Home and Siphonic. she will be at her best for the race. Bella Bullucci could be Keep an eye on long-shot Repent to run a big one. By JASON ROMANIUK a factor at the wire as well. Pick - Siphonic Staff Writer Pick - Habibti Turf - Sakhee casts an impressive shadow coming off a Mile - As is true about every year’s race, this race too is powerful win in the Prix L’Arc De Triomphe, one of wide open with contenders hailing from the United States, Europe’s most prestigious races. If he likes the American- England, France and Canada. Numerous Times is the home- style turf course, he’ll win. If he falters, it’s anyone’s race. There’s just something really appealing about a one-day town hero. He is undefeated in six career starts, but has With Anticipation is America’s best chance to walk away event that consists of over 100 athletes and $12 million in never lined up against the quality that this field contains. with the trophy. Since switching to turf this spring, he has prize money. The best from Europe is Noverre, one of the top-ranked mil- beaten everything in sight. A slow pace will help his chances. It’s the Breeder’s Cup, now ers in the world. Top contenders from the Pick - Sakhee called the World Thoroughbred U.S. include Val Royal, Forbidden Apple and Classic - This $4-million race draws a strong field every Championships, taking place the venerable Affirmed Success. year, and this edition is no exception. America’s best, tomorrow at Belmont Park in Pick - Noverre Aptitude, meets Europe’s pride and joy, Galileo. Besides Elmont, N.Y. Sprint - These are the true speed demons last year’s champ Tiznow (who seems as if he’s lost a step Whatever the name, this end-of- of the sport. A full field is expected, so a this year), the rest of the field lacks the ability to match the the-year spectacle has been the pin- clean trip (free of traffic troubles) could mean big two. While Galileo has yet to run on dirt, Aptitude has nacle of horse racing since its the difference between victory and defeat. shown a fondness for the surface and is in razor-sharp form. inception in 1984. This year’s edition is loaded with quality. He was dominant in his Jockey Club Gold Cup romp on Some of the most exciting and Besides defending champ Kona Gold, and Oct. 6. He seems to relish the tricky Belmont surface and shocking moments of racing histo- European star Mozart, the field includes a will be tough to out-foot in the lane. If there is an upsetter it ry ever seen on a racetrack have young filly with freakish talent. Her name is will be Guided Tour, who has quietly strung together strong occurred during this event. Xtra Heat, and her record speaks for itself: 17 performances all year in the American Midwest. Who can forget the determination wins from 20 starts. These tough older males Pick - Aptitude of Personal Ensign’s run in the final will test her blinding speed to the limits. The World Thoroughbred Championships are like 16th of a mile to retire undefeated Other contenders include New York boss Christmas to horseplayers. The best from all over the world in the 1988 Distaff? Or Sunday Silence holding on by a des- Delaware Township, California speedsters Caller One and meet in a battle royal. All is laid on the line as the field streaks perate neck over his arch rival Easy Goer in the 1989 Swept Overboard, as well as iron veteran Bet On Sunshine, around the far turn, and champions are made in the 1,000 feet Classic? Or Arazi’s dazzling move to swoop by the entire who will be making his third appearance in this race. that make up the stretch. The equine that possesses the most field in the 1991 Juvenile? Or Arcangues pulling away from Pick - Xtra Heat guts and determination will be left standing at the wire. the 1993 Classic field at odds of 133-1, the longest shot in the Filly & Mare Turf - Another international field will bang By the time the sun has set, champions will be crowned history of the event? These are only a few moments of many. heads in this one. Lialani leads the European team. She is and crowds will walk away knowing they’ve witnessed This year’s edition figures to have the same exciting mix undefeated this year and has experience over the Belmont turf some of greatest athletes to grace the globe. of champions and long shots course. Many are eli- putting on a show. gible to step up and Breeder’s Cup Winners - 2000 The World Thoroughbred run a big one. Championships consists of eight England’s Legend, races: The Distaff, Juvenile Banks Hill, Starine, Distaff - Spain Fillies, Mile, Sprint, Filly & Janet, Volga, Spring Mare Turf, Juvenile, Turf and Oak and my personal Juvenile Fillies - Caressing Classic. favourite, South Here’s a rundown of how each African champion race shapes up this year. I will Spook Express, all Mile - War Chant include my personal selection have the quality to after each analysis (for those emerge victorious. interested, my Kentucky Derby The victor will have a Sprint - Kona Gold pick Monarchos was an easy good chance to come winner at 10-1 back in May). away with the cham- Filly & Mare Turf - Perfect Sting Distaff - This race is lacking a pionship for top turf real standout. Three horses that female. faced each other in their last race Pick - Spook Juvenile - Macho Uno (Exogenous, Flute and Spain) Express look to square off again. Spain, Juvenile - Officer Turf - Kalinisi last year’s winner, is hoping to is the talk of the rac- make up for a disappointing ing world right now. year. Exogenous is the hot horse He is five for five and Classic - Tiznow right now, coming off two has won straight wins. Look for Fleet each race Renee to sneak into the top three Argentinian Champion Gentlemen Being led into the without so at long odds. much as a saddling encloser at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto for Pick - Exogenous tap from Juvenile Fillies - This race is the Woodbine Mile. He subsequently went on to compete his jockey a classic case of east versus in the Breeder’s Cup Classic in 1998 at Churchill Downs. Victor west. The big horse from the Photo by Jason Romaniuk Espinoza’s east is You, a rapidly developing whip. On one who has been filly trained by the red-hot Bobby the other hand, he has faced small fields and sus- Frankel. The best from the west is Habibti, an impressive pect competition. He will be the heaviest Halloween Party for Kids Come out and join us, in your best costume, on Saturday Oct. 27th, 2001 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at the Market Square in Welland. There will be live entertainment and each child will receive a FREE goody bag to take home. Admission is free as well! Contact Heather Savage at 905-732-7300 for more infomation. Play Safe and Happy Halloween Page 22, Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001 CARING FOR KIDS Niagara celebrates Week of the Child By DUSTY JACKSON Mark and Chester started on porch Staff Writer The Niagara College Child Care By DUSTY JACKSON Centre celebrated The Week of the Staff Writer Child from Monday, Oct. 16, to Sometimes when Smithville’s Mark Crocker talks, his lips don’t Friday, Oct. 20. move. That’s because Crocker, 41, is a ventriloquist. The event, which is held across Chester, a wooden puppet, is the other half of Crocker’s act. the province, is organized by the Crocker says he inherited Chester from an uncle 22 years ago. Association of Early Childhood “We (Mark and Chester) started out sitting on the front porch talk- Educators of Ontario. ing to ourselves,” says Crocker. “Then we started talking to the chil- “It is a time for communities to dren walking by on the street. Before we knew it, churches and schools focus on children,” said Pat wanted us to perform.” Eversden, manager of the Child Highlights of Crocker’s career include appearing on Comedy at Care Centre at the college’s Club 54 and working with actor Jim Carrey early in his career. Welland campus. “We all thought he (Carrey) was crazy,” said Crocker. “He was The official kickoff ceremony always running around backstage making faces at everybody.” was held on Oct. 15 at the Seaway Mark and Chester have performed at Niagara’s After Hours as Mall in Welland, with a group of well as at the Child Care Centre. children from the Child Care “Stand up comedians generally can’t switch from an adult crowd to Centre doing a singsong. (a crowd of) children,” says Crocker. “Ventriloquism gives me an Tuesday was muffin morning. avenue most comedians don’t have.” Parents were invited to come to the Child Care Centre for coffee and homemade muffins. Later that day Mark and Chester, a ventrilo- quist act, performed in a show that Mark Crocker and his puppet Chester had the children howling at had the children howling. their performance. Welland’s Mayor Cindy Forster Photo by Dusty Jackson and Winnie the Pooh himself led the children in a parade across hosted a scholastic book fair on annual event that has been held on campus on Wednesday. Wednesday, which continued the third week of October for the Forster said she thought the through Thursday. last 21 years. Week of the Child was very The week ended with a raffle “It’s a time to do special important. draw. Athena Gianniopoulos, a things for kids and families,” “These kids are our future,” said friend of a staff member, was the said Eversden. “It’s a great Forster. “They are the best lucky winner of a gourmet basket opportunity to heighten aware- put together by the staff and par- ness and educate people about Mark Crocker has appeared on Comedy at Club 54 and has resource that we have.” even done work with actor Jim Carrey. The Child Care Centre also ents at the Child Care Centre. the importance of early child- The Week of the Child is an hood education.” Photo by Dusty Jackson Flu shot time in Niagara By JENNIFER PHILLIPS Staff Writer Niagara College health centres are prepared to help you avoid the flu bug. Flu shots will be given at the NIAGARA NEWS SPECIAL health centre at the Welland cam- pus on Nov. 6 and at the Glendale campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Nov. 7. Both sessions will be held from 9 a.m. until noon. The November 9th edition of the Niagara News will be dedicating a page to commemorate Remembrance Day ‘It’s ‘a good idea’ to get a flu shot if you work regularly around elder- Small messages (4” wide x 2.5” deep) are available for ly people or with the public.’ $20.00 each — Carolyn Gould

Although an appointment is not For more information please call Linda Camus, Niagara necessary, it would be preferred. There is a $5 administration fee. News Advertising Manager 905 735-2211 ext. 7748 Appointments can be made at the Welland campus health centre includes anyone who has asth- (L20) or at the Glendale campus ma, diabetes, a heart condition health centre. or any other disease that weak- Carolyn Gould, Niagara ens the immune system. College nurse at the Welland She says it is “a good idea” to campus, says the flu shots are a get the shot if you work regular- must for anyone whose immune ly around elderly people or with system is compromised. This the public.

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Pick up our Nov. 9 Remembrance Day Edition of the Niagara News Niagara News, Oct. 26, 2001, Page 23 SAFETY FIRST Students get professional testing experience By ADAM BOGLE about a 70-foot radius circle each car before they started dri- Staff Writer they drive a car at a speed no ving. While the car is in motion Dodge Stealth commands the more than 50 miles an hour for and from the same point the still corners at a faster speed than a three laps. “This is real-life test- photograph was taken, the stu- Ford Mustang and a Chevrolet ing,” says Lewis. dents then take a shot of the car in Camero, a group of Niagara To collect information, the stu- motion. College students have determined. dents recorded lap times for each They can determine the weight On Oct. 15 students in the car while driving clockwise and transfer, or body roll, of the car by Motive Power Operations – counterclockwise. comparing the still photo and the Automotive program performed Using a formula based on the in-motion photo. By measuring their first skid-pad test in parking lap time and radius of the circle, the distance between the car’s lot D at Niagara College’s Welland the students calculated the G- chassis and the tire, the students campus. forces each car exerted. They also can determine how much weight A skid-pad test “tests the con- checked the tire pressure and transfer took place. stant load cornering ability of a weight. The students used three different car,” says Harry Lewis, 45, of Fort Another aspect the students ana- cars to do the test. Each car was Erie, a professor in the program. lyzed, during the test, was each used for a different reason. The students perform these tests car’s weight transfer. They did this Manufacturers donated all the cars much as manufacturers do. On by taking a still photograph of to the college.

‘This is real-life Students in the Motive Power Operations – Automotive program testing.’ tend to a Dodge Stealth during their first skid-pad test. Safety Village Photo by Adam Bogle — Harry Lewis “I leaned over so far you could turers’ specifications for the best see everything on the pavement,” tire to use gave the best perfor- a ‘first-class facility’ They used a Camaro because it’s says Lewis, who was driving the mance. a rear-wheel drive sports car with car during the test. In the future the students will do By ROCHELLE WHITE a “reasonably low” centre of grav- Lewis wanted to use a Honda other skid-pad tests. With the next Staff Writer ity. The students are planning to Prelude as well but on the day of test they will try to improve on the The Niagara Region Children’s Safety Village, the largest of its use the Camaro at the drag strip in testing it had a charging problem. performance by altering the car’s kind in Canada, officially began construction Oct. 11 with a soil- Cayuga, Ont., says Lewis. Lewis says it would have been settings. turning ceremony at Niagara College’s Welland campus. They used the Mustang because interesting using the Prelude The racing aspect of this pro- Police, fire and ambulance service staff will be involved in the it has a four-cylinder engine. The because it has all-wheel steering. gram is of interest to students. teaching of children of all ages in the brand-new educational facili- class is building a stockcar out of The Stealth is all-wheel drive. It “We hope to use this informa- ty. Subjects to be tackled include safety on the road, at home and in the Mustang that they might race performed best because of its low tion for racing applications this the playground, as well as water safety and basic first aid. at the Merrittville Speedway in centre of gravity. “It maintained year,” says David Peirson, 20, of “We are proud to be affiliated with this project,” said Darrell Thorold. the circle.” Brampton. Neufeld, the college’s manager of corporate communications. There was a big problem with Lewis says the times were Students say they like this pro- “There is nothing more important than teaching safety to our chil- the Mustang. It had too much about one second off as rain wet gram and hope it will help them in dren.” weight transfer during the test, the track. He says the Stealth the future. Located at the corner of Woodlawn and Rice roads, the new three because the Mustang had no anti- would have hydroplaned if there Mike Vida, 19, of Port million-dollar facility, two years in the planning, will be constructed roll bars. Anti-roll bars help dis- had been more rain because of Colborne, says he wants to learn on three acres of college-donated property. The ceremony marked tribute the weight evenly when a its wide wheels. how to build cars. “Hopefully, I the beginning of the construction phase expected to last 40 weeks. car is cornering. The group found that manufac- can find a career in this. It’s fun.” The safety village will encompass 5,000 square feet of classrooms and administration offices, with an outdoor miniature village featur- ing scale roadways, signs, lights, road markings and railway cross- ings. In addition, miniature buildings will be constructed along the roadways for full effect. Described as a “first-class facility” and a “great community PLAY PC GAMES resource” by college officials, Niagara College, with the full support of the board of governors, has been involved in the project from the SURF THE NET outset. CHECK EMAIL “It’s going to be a great teaching tool,” said Mal Woodhouse, director of facilities management services. “Things learned in child- hood tend to stay with you.” EVENTS The new facility is expected to be visited by as many as 25,000 WEEKLY LAN PARTIES children per year. Upon completion of the safety village, and with financial support from the community, elementary students from SPECS across the Niagara Region will be attending the new facility as early as the beginning of the 2002 school year. T1 INTERNET 750 MHz CPU GEFORCE 256 35 PC’s and 3 i-MACS Don’t Be Pushed into Abortion GAMES TAKE CONTROL . . . STARCRAFT, COUNTER STRIKE CHOOSE LIFE QUAKE 3, MAX PAYNE Your complete resource centre on Pro-Life • Books • Audio Tapes & Presentation Kits avail. • Videos • Brochures St. Catharines RIGHT TO LIFE Inc. 110 Geneva St., St. Catharines 684-7505 NIAGARA NEWS SPECIAL The November 9th edition of the Niagara News will be dedicating a page to commemorate Remembrance Day Small messages (4” wide x 2.5” deep) are available for $20.00 each For more information please call Linda Camus, Niagara News Advertising Manager 905 735-2211 ext. 7748