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He delivered the film Andrew McMonagle » [email protected] Ethan Cabel have our head in the sand." to City Hall and to the provincial news production editor Beat reporter "Your MLA isn't represent- legislature and before he knew it, Karen Kornelsen » [email protected] ing you, they are representing he was being approached by Shaw the interests of the political Cable to produce and host U, Me arts and culture editor Sam Hagenlocher » [email protected] Don Woodstock, a Winnipeg party that helped get them into and the Environment, a local cable Transit bus driver and environmen- office." show that has produced eight epi- comments editor tal activist, has a dream – a dream sodes to date. Andrew Tod [email protected] "Rather than sit and wait for » of a greener and more socially con- “Don [Woodstock] is consis- the winds of change from listings co-ordinator scious Manitoba. tently in the government's face,” Ottawa, Germany or the U.S., J.P. Perron [email protected] “We should be teaching the rest said Shawn Nesbitt, a customer » why not step out and make of the world how it's done,” he service representative for Organza Campus beat reporter something happen?" said. Don Woodstock, a Winnipeg Transit bus Market, an organic food store in Courtney Schwegel » [email protected] Due largely to Woodstock's driver and environmental activist, is "I want people to rock the boat Osborne Village. “I definitely think making Manitoba a whole lot greener. The because if you rock the boat, beat reporter influence, Garbage Day was re- he is making small steps that will Ethan Cabel » [email protected] named Recycling Day by city man responsible for changing Garbage you start demanding more cause bigger changes.” council last year. He also organized Day to Recycling Day is getting in the from your MLA, more from your Organza was featured several Beat reporter the Winnipeg's first International government's face and demanding city councillor, more from your times in Woodstock's cable show, Samuel Swanson » [email protected] Day to Ban Plastic Bags on Sept. change. federal government and you which focused on the store's local beat reporter 12 of last year. On the steps of the start demanding more even produce and environmentally-sus- Kristy Rydz » [email protected] Manitoba legislature, hundreds of erated catering service. He moved from yourself." tainable products. culture reporter people dropped off over 45,000 to Toronto in 1995 and became a “What Don [Woodstock] has ac- Vacant plastic bags, exchanging them for salesman for American District complished speaks to the power of reusable totes. Telegraph home alarm systems. as well as the air pollution and the individual,” said Ian Hanington, Over the last two years, Since moving to Winnipeg in contaminated soil prevalent in the communications specialist for the CONTRIBUTORS: Woodstock has met with provin- 2000, Woodstock has worked as a community of Flin Flon, home David Suzuki Foundation. cial ministers and even influenced filmmaker, an activist, a television of the Hudson Bay Mining and Woodstock's most recent initia- Jon Sorokowski, Julian Ward, Brooke City Hall in making a commit- personality and a candidate for the Smelting Co. tive, which pushed for larger re- Dmytriw, Ryan Janz, Jack Duckworth, ment to eliminate plastic bags in Manitoba Liberal Party. “When I went through the tour cycling bins to accompany larger Alex Garcia, Robert J. Holt, Bill Beso, Winnipeg retail stores. He believes “I contacted all three [provincial] I had to pause and ask myself, what garbage containers in the city, did Brian Rice, Phil Enns, Lee Repko, that Manitoba, because it generates political parties when I first came is wrong with this picture?” he not pass through city council. Lynnette McLarty, Mike Duerksen, energy from 95 per cent renewable to Winnipeg because I wanted to said. Regardless, he's committed to rock Casandra Anderson, Karlene resources, is perfectly positioned get involved,” he said. “Jon Gerrard Woodstock credits the tour for the boat and create some change. Ooto-Stubbs, Justin Luschinski, to be a leader in green technology [leader of the Manitoba Liberals] shaping his view of provincial poli- “Don't get mad [with the gov- Sagan Morrow, Kaeleigh Ayre, both in Canada and abroad. was the only one who called me tics and later influencing him to run ernment],” he said. “Get even.” Antoinette Dyksman, Ashley Wiebe, “I believe politics and life go back ... so I figured I'm going to as a Liberal candidate for the rid- Miguel McKenna, J. Williamez, hand in hand,” he said. talk to the guy who talks to me.” ing of Southdale in the 2006 pro- To read more fun facts about Kathleen Cerrer, Brittany Woodstock was born on a farm In 2001, Woodstock accom- vincial election. The catalyst for his Don Woodstock, and to watch his Hildebrandt, Will Gibson. in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, where panied Gerrard on a tour of sev- environmental activism, however, documentary and cable show, visit he worked for years as part of the eral northern communities in didn't come until he met David Ethan Cabel's blog at www.uniter. Jamaica Labour Party and as the Manitoba. He was shocked and Suzuki in Winnipeg in 2007. ca/blogs. The Uniter is the official student newspaper of the University of Winnipeg and is published by Mouseland devoted manager of a family-op- disgusted by the rampant poverty “[He told me to] start at the Press Inc. Mouseland Press Inc. is a membership based organization in which students and community members are invited to participate. For more information on how to become a member go to www. uniter.ca, or call the office at 786-9790. The Uniter is a member of the Canadian University Press and by Kristy Rydz Campus Plus Media Services. 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it parties is not helpful to what City ling city council. weighs merits of us Hall does,” said Michael Richards, There is more to the argument political parties on president of the PC party. “We for political parties in Winnipeg, Flood forecast optimistic have no interest in getting involved however. Manitobans in flood-prone areas city council in civic politics.” In 1997, Winnipeg adopted can rest a little easier if the Others believe that political par- structural changes based on a report warm weather keeps up, reports ties have always existed behind by George B. Cuff and Associates, the Winnipeg Free Press. Alf closed doors in Winnipeg. an Edmonton consulting firm. The Warkentin, the province’s senior Ethan Cabel “Every last city councillor has recommendations of the Cuff re- flood forecaster, said the warmer weather is causing more snow Beat reporter some kind of party affiliation,” port made the mayor into arguably to evaporate each day instead of said Christopher Leo, city poli- the most powerful municipal offi- turning into run-off water. Every tics professor at the U of W. “They cial in Canada, Leo said. little bit helps, he says, to reduce Mayor Sam Katz says that political are drawing on the support of the the severity of flooding inA pril. He parties are taking over Winnipeg's party machine to help them get "Every last city cautions not to get too optimistic, City Hall. And only he can stop elected, but at the same time they though, saying more than a week them. insist staunchly that they are non- councillor has of sunny weather is needed On Jan. 20, long-time NDP partisan.” some kind of party before major changes to the flood forecast can be made. politician and current MP Judy The NDP competed as a mu- affiliation." Wasylycia-Leis announced that John Orlikow, city councillor for River nicipal political party in Winnipeg she will consider running for Heights-Fort Garry, is concerned that from 1971 to 1987. Although in re- —Christopher Leo, Mystery illness closes Winnipeg's mayor. party politics are entering City Hall. cent years they have backed away U of W city politics professor Public Safety Building “For whatever reason,” Katz said from formal party influence in the The Public Safety Building in in his State of the City speech on city, Leo and many others believe Winnipeg’s downtown was evacuated last Wednesday, March Jan. 26, 2010, “the NDP have de- cal parties at the civic level as long that they still endorse and fund Winnipeg's mayor has the 3 after one police officer and three cided they want to take over, to as it is open and accountable,” said candidates to run in city elections. power to appoint the executive civilian staff members were sent take control, of City Hall.” Elizabeth Fleming, member at Lorraine Sigurdson, president of policy committee (EPC), a com- to hospital after complaining of Winnipeg's city council is made large of the Council of Women of the Manitoba NDP, did not attend mittee of city councillors that sets symptoms like difficulty breathing, up of 15 individuals without any Winnipeg (CWW), an organiza- the U of W discussion and was un- the government's overall agenda. nausea and coughing. Staff party affiliation that must compro- tion committed to raising aware- available for comment before press The EPC is made up of the mayor, returned to work around 3:30 p.m. mise with each other to get things ness over civic issues. time. the deputy mayor and the heads of after numerous air-quality tests done. Many are now concerned The CWW held a two-hour “Candidates [other than the each standing policy committee, proved the air safe to breathe. that party politics are seeping into panel discussion at the University NDP] certainly benefit from such as infrastructure or downtown Investigations are underway by workplace health and safety that pragmatic system. of Winnipeg on Monday, March Conservative organization,” said development. officials to determine the cause “My job is to reach out to my 1 debating whether or not city Fleming. Although Leo supports a strong of the respiratory illnesses. The community and act on my prom- council needs political parties. The A recent post by Manitoba poll- mayor, the problem lies in the fact air will continue to be tested for ises ... that's how I indicate my val- presidents of all three provincial ster Curtis Brown on his blog, that the EPC do not campaign to- the next couple days to ensure ues. Having a party logo by your parties were invited to the discus- Endless Spin Cycle, cited a long list gether and are not accountable continued safety, the Winnipeg name doesn't do the trick,” said sion along with the president of of mayoral staff that have had di- for an overall policy agenda, like a Free Press reports. John Orlikow, city councillor for the Green Party of Winnipeg and a rect ties to the PC party. That list party platform. River Heights-Fort Garry. member of the Winnipeg Citizens' included Hugh McFadyen, current “We have cabinet-style govern- Beer prices increase Others, however, believe that Coalition. leader of the Manitoba PC Party. ment without the accountability of On March 8, The Manitoba Liquor Winnipeg already has political par- The presidents of both the He functioned as Katz's first chief political parties,” he said. Control Commission (MLCC) ties behind the scenes and that the Manitoba Liberal Party and the of staff and his campaign manager Seven out of Winnipeg's 15 city increased the price of beer by provincial NDP and Progressive Progressive Conservatives attended, for the 2004 civic election. councillors are on the EPC, mean- $1.25 per 12-pack. The move is sure Conservatives exert great influence saying they have no interest in civic Richards said the post merely ing that Katz needs to win over to upset those who enjoy drinking on the outcomes of civic elections. politics and no direct mechanism pointed out “guilt by association.” only one city councillor to get any- a cold one, but the MLCC has said that Manitobans will still enjoy the “I have no problem with politi- for endorsing civic candidates. He repeated again that the PC thing passed in City Hall. lowest to second-lowest prices in the country. The MLCC has also tried to assuage upset drinkers by highlighting that the beer handling fee and beer markup price have Social media for local media not been raised in six and eight years respectively. The price

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d deluxe priced spirits which will see y tit y networking, he has two major con- Local news media a nominal price increase. us cerns about using it exclusively and is now using not reading the daily newspaper. First of all, Kives is paid to go Jets land in Winnipeg again Facebook, MySpace, to City Council and report. But if Former members of the Winnipeg people are only getting their news Jets, including Russ Romaniuk Twitter, just like and Jordy Douglas, laced up their through social media sites like skates for a match against local everyone else Twitter, this could mean a further media personalities last Saturday, decline in readership of the classic March 6. The game was played newspaper who employs him in the using 100-year-old rules, which first place, according to Kives. allow seven players per team and Samuel Swanson Secondly, the jellybean problem. no forward passing. Fans of the Beat Reporter “People can choose the media Jets stood on the ice to watch the they want to read, so they're not ed- game as would have been done a ucating themselves. If you read the century ago. Spectators also had a chance to see the Avco Cup, the Your grandpa isn't the only one up- newspaper, you're gonna flip past former World Hockey Association’s dating his status and looking up the stories you wouldn't have seen oth- championship trophy, which the latest events on Facebook; social erwise,” Kives said. “If you like jel- Local media outlets such as the Winnipeg Free Press use social media sites like Twitter to Jets won in the league’s closing networking websites are becoming lybeans, you can go on the Internet year, reported the Winnipeg Free report on issues in real time. an important tool for just about ev- and read nothing but stories about Press. Although the final score is eryone now, including local media jellybeans.” unknown, we do know the former outlets. easier to find people.” same time. Kives's tweets have received a lot Jets players walked away with the As the word “media” is undergo- In addition to the traditional “Back in the day, it was all post- of attention. Duncan McMonagle, victory. ing yet another facelift – this time door-knocking strategy of physi- ers and word-of-mouth,” said journalism instructor at Red River to include social networking web- cally going into the community to Rob Williams, music critic at the College, recently wrote a blog about Celebrating sites – the sustainability of news in find people affected by an event, re- Winnipeg Free Press. Kives's fresh approach to reporting Manitoba women the traditional sense continues to porters are now going online, find- Williams said he mostly uses on City Council. The YMCA-YWCA will be honouring be questioned. However, local news ing Facebook groups and getting in MySpace to find out about and For the first time ever, social Manitoban women who have media outlets see social media as a touch with people via cyberspace. listen to bands that are com- media is making its way into the significantly contributed to the betterment of their community. new tool, rather than an alternative As useful as this strategy is, it ing to town, but added, “A lot of journalism classroom. The 2010 Women of Distinction media source that could further makes proper source attribution my friends are finding out [about Blogging once-a-week is now a Awards is part of an effort to spread advertising dollars thin. and fact-checking more important events] through Facebook.” requirement for McMonagle's first- increase awareness of local women The prevalence of online com- than ever. Social websites aren't being used year journalism students in the cre- devoted to improving our city and munities is a valuable resource to “Nothing on the Internet is nec- by the media only as an input re- ative communications program. province. Forty-five women are the media, due largely to the now essarily correct,” said Mitchell. “It source but for output as well. Bartley McMonagle assigns blogging nominated in 10 categories and increased accessibility of people could be a false site or not true.” Kives, reporter at the Winnipeg Free because “that's where the world is two of the youth awards come who are knowledgeable and pas- With sentences like, “Send me Press, uses Twitter to send updates going and we need to be there,” he with $2,000 scholarships. Ace sionate about a certain topic. the Facebook link,” becoming on City Council meetings that the said. Burpee and Chrissy Troy will be the “Everything is evolving,” said common in English vernacular, public aren't always able to attend. The instructor said he's already masters of ceremony at the event, which takes place Wednesday, April Karen Mitchell, news director at it’s becoming clear that the online “I use Twitter so I can give an as- pleased by the results of this experi- 28 at the Winnipeg Convention CTV Winnipeg. “Perhaps before event invitation is the new way to it-happens account,” said Kives. mental assignment. Centre. Tickets are $125 and all we would door knock, but now it’s get people to the same place at the Even though Kives uses social proceeds go to various YMCA- YWCA programs and community initiatives in support of women. 04 News The Uniter March 11, 2010 www.Uniter.ca

International The death of the Canadian Association of Broadcasters News Briefs National lobby group Compiled by Brooke Dmytriw the latest victim of Soldier posts West Bank raid on his Facebook status update the T.V. tax debate JERUSALEM, Israel: An intended raid in Palestinian territory was called off after an Israeli soldier posted the top secret Kristy Rydz details on Facebook. In a status update, the Beat Reporter soldier posted how their unit was planning a mission in the West Bank. Details included the time and place and how the unit would The heated public battle over the infamous be conducting a “clean-up” in the area. “TV tax” has led to the closure of a long- According to Reuters, Israel said raids in standing organization that has represented the West Bank are planned to arrest Islamic private television and radio broadcasters for more than 80 years. militants suspected of leading attacks on

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their country. The soldier was relieved of A (CAB) announced on Feb. 17 that they would JA N combat duty after his friend reported the cease existence in June 2010 after decades NZ Facebook message to military authorities. of representing the collective voice of their members to their regulator, the Canadian Man uses car to walk his Radio-Television and Telecommunications dog, loses license Commission (CRTC), and other levels of mixed feelings on the closure. The television ANNFIELD PLAIN, Great Britain: A man government. “Obviously, sentimentally, you certainly admitted to violating two counts of the “Over time, there just hasn’t been enough note that an association that has represented broadcast industry road traffic act after he was caught driving unanimity. The organization was at a stand- your organization for so long isn’t going to be ➠ Private broadcasting in Canada is still. It was at a total gridlock,” CAB chair- doing it anymore,” CTV’s vice-president and his car while he lead his dog on its leash regulated with conditions for each indi- man Elmer Hildebrand said. general manager Bill Hanson said. “On one vidual licence and broadcaster established through the vehicle’s window. Railton’s The latest public display of difference in hand, it’s nostalgic; but on the other hand, license was suspended for six months by the Canadian Radio-Television and opinion between CAB's cable operator mem- it’s an association that doesn’t meet what it Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). due to the fact he already had nine points bers and specialty operator members was the was founded to do. It’s an evolution of the against his license with another three added battle over the “pay-for-carriage” fee. While industry.” ➠ In 2008, private broadcasting was a $6.5 because of the incident. BBC News reported cable operators like CTV and Global made The fundamental difference in opinion on billion business that employed approxi- a cyclist turned Railton into the police after the argument that there should be a charge for industry issues can be attributed to a shift mately 23,000 people in Canada. observing the unique form of dog walking. basic cable access that has been available for in industry culture, according to Carleton ➠ Private television services account for Railton’s lawyer, Paul Donoghue, said in free in the past, organizations with specialty University’s Carty Chair in Business and 72 per cent of all the country’s television court the 23-year-old admitted it was a silly programming like Rogers Communications Financial Journalism, Dr. Christopher viewing on average. and lazy thing to do. Inc. identified the move as a bailout for poor Waddell. ➠ With an emphasis on Canadian content business decisions. “The industry is so concentrated in own- (CanCon), the CRTC requires all private The battle was a catalyst to the clos- ership that I can’t imagine it being any more television broadcasters to maintain a 60 Parking violation for Russian tanks ing of CAB’s doors as there was no longer concentrated,” Waddell said. “These are large per cent CanCon level yearly. To aid this, MOSCOW, Russia: Approximately 200 Russian a collective voice to represent, according to powerful companies that are able to make broadcasters must devote 50 per cent of battle tanks were found abandoned on the Hildebrand. themselves heard to the CRTC on their own. its broadcasts after 7 p.m. to CanCon. “There were so many divergent views They have enough money and power to do it side of the road and in the forest of the Ural ➠ Specialty and pay-per-view services mountains. Locals in a nearby village say around the table that you couldn’t do any- on their own without an association.” thing,” he said. Some media experts, like University earned approximately $668 million in profit the tanks have been sitting there, covered in 2008 compared to $634 million in 2007. in snow, for the last few months. Locals CAB employees will lose their jobs in the of Winnipeg politics professor Shannon closure, but Hildebrand couldn’t provide an Sampert, acknowledge that CAB is no lon- Source: Canadian Association of Broadcasters (www.cab-acr.ca) have been able to sit in the tanks, amusing exact number. He did note that he is initiat- ger needed, but foresee inter-company con- themselves with empty ammunition belts. It ing plans to organize a similar lobby group flict in the future, which could lead to larger appears the tanks were just left there. The solely for the radio industry, as there are more public battles similar to the “fee-for-carriage” I view you as competition,” Sampert said. only things missing were live rounds and small broadcasters and common views in that debate. “Then there’s no way I would work with you, the keys to the ignition. Telegraph reported sector. “The idea is that if you’re not a part of there’s no point.” a military spokesman said the tanks were For some television members, there are the [media] platform that I’m a part of then being guarded by special patrols. However, military prosecutors are doubtful and have opened an official investigation. The report on the abandoned tanks came a day after top army officials suggested downsizing Extreme Pita recovers from extreme accident the number of tanks in the army, getting rid An Rup

of many older models. d re e sh w M P a c te l Partier gets busted for aglMon doing drugs on cop car BERLIN, Germany: A nightclub goer was e arrested after police witnessed him trying to snort drugs off the hood of their unmarked car. The man exited the club and proceeded to line up rails of his amphetamines on the car parked in the disco parking lot, unaware it belonged to the police. According to the Globe & Mail, it was a coincidence the officers were returning to their vehicle at that exact moment when the act was taking place.

Chickens distributed to deal with garbage MOUSCRON, Belgium: Town residents are being offered chickens in an attempt to reduce the city’s waste. The municipal government is giving out 50 pairs of chickens to families with enough yard space to take care of them. According to BBC News, families who take chickens must The last thing Rupesh Patel (right), Winnipeg, and rearranged his kitchen. worked since the crash, will be returning. agree not to eat them or give the birds away owner of Extreme Pita at 491 Portage Nobody was hurt, but the next three The décor will be updated, but the menu for at least two years. The city is stressing Ave., expected to hear one fateful morn- months had to be spent getting the place will stay the same. a free supply of eggs as an incentive to the ing was that his restaurant was destroyed. back in shape. They are aiming to be open again on families. The city previously distributed On Wednesday, Dec. 30, a U-Haul truck “The majority of the equipment had Thursday, March 11, with a grand open- drove into the west side of Extreme to be replaced,” Patel said. ing celebration on Friday, March 26. chickens and due to the success of that Pita, located beside the University of His six employees, who have not —Andrew McMonagle offer are giving the initiative another try. News 05 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter

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An international student can Manitoba is a private corpora- “There's a political divide be- choose to either attend the same tion whose profits increased by tal to the U of M faculty that de- tween public and private, but if stream of first-year university as 45 per cent within the last year,” velops it. you focus on the needs of the stu- everyone else or go to a private said Brad McKenzie, president Brad McKenzie, president of the U Deane's response was that dents ... we're not doing anything company that provides the equiva- of the University of Manitoba of M Faculty Association, fears that course curriculums are public different than any other faculty,” lent of first-year university, catered Faculty Association. “It definitely International College of Manitoba (ICM) is knowledge and that it's up to the Deane said. specifically to the needs of inter- is privatizing post-secondary privatizing post-secondary education. instructor to develop them. At Delvinder Kaur, an interna- national students. Which choice [education].” ICM, the instructors do develop tional student from Singapore, is does the student make? According to McKenzie, hav- the curriculum themselves. She taking two courses at ICM this International College of ing ICM as well as the University (capped at 30-35 students), but added that ICM shouldn't be seen year and two courses at the U of Manitoba (ICM) is a sister school One program at the U of M cre- Susan Deane, principal at ICM, as a threat to U of M professors, as M. She said that her time at ICM of the University of Manitoba that ates a two-tier system that creates says the curriculum and course many instructors at ICM are grad- was beneficial to her integration recruits international students and inequality of education between requirements are the same as the uate students who want experience into Canadian culture and English provides them with an alternative ICM students and international University One program. teaching smaller classes in an aca- post-secondary education. to the University One program, or University One students. “[The university] approves demic institution. “In my [U of M] classes, the first-year university. “The argument that is made for the exams [and] mid-terms, and “We're not taking jobs,” said professor talks to 150 students and The U of M faculty has raised having [ICM] is that it can offer they sign-off for the final grades,” Deane. “We're providing em- [the students] don't speak up and some concerns about how ICM smaller classes. If that is true for Deane said. ployment for under-employed say 'I don't understand,'” said affects staff and students and a re- these students ... other students The faculty concern raised by teachers.” Kaur. “[At ICM] they pay more cent Maclean's article, “The Sneaky should have access to the same ser- McKenzie is how ICM uses uni- But profits from ICM go to attention to us. We actually have Way Universities are Privatizing vices,” McKenzie said. versity resources to acquire its Navitas, not the U of M. the time to grasp the concepts.” Teaching,” accused Navitas, The class sizes are smaller curriculum, saying it's detrimen- “ICM makes profit because it Picking a president for Red River College S uppl ways good news.” said. “You have to be a very strong RRC knows ie d Being the face of RRC and hav- Working with the Vancouver- communicator,” he said from his ph what it wants oto ing the chance to connect with based Geldart Group, which spe- office in Oakville, Ont. “As a presi- students, government, industry cializes in executive searches and dent, you’re asked so often to speak in a new leader and community members alike, leadership consulting, Feller and to hundreds of people, so you can’t Rushton’s new position forces her to the board have identified specific help but improve at it. You need to balance opportunity with reality. personality traits they will be look- be able to articulate with passion “You hear all sorts of positive ing for in the candidates’ resumes. and energy what the organization Kristy Rydz things and ideas that you are excited “Positive, personable and ap- is about.” Beat reporter about, but at the same time you proachable. For me, that pretty Zabudsky stresses that the in- know that you can only afford to much sums it up,” Feller said. coming president must be aware of do some of them,” she explained. She added that other qualities the new brand of student coming Physically, it was a short trip for That ability to balance needs high on the list include high-en- through the doors. Red River College’s (RRC) interim with costs in the way of indus- ergy, patience and the ability to in- “I’m seeing that students are ex- president and CEO Cathy Rushton try and government partnerships spire and engage both students and pecting a lot more from their in- to fill the vacant presidency posi- is one of the main characteristics stakeholders. stitution,” he said. “They’re acting tion until a permanent replacement that the RRC Board of Governors As noted by Feller, Jeff Zabudsky more like customers and asking for is found. Mentally, however, it’s a will be looking for in a new presi- is a man who embodied all of those more value in their educational ex- whole other story. dent, according to the board’s chair qualities in his nearly six-year term perience. That doesn’t mean we “It’s moving down the hall a Cathy Rushton is filling in as interim Sheryl Feller. as the president of RRC. Looking throw quality out the door, it just couple offices, but it’s a complete president and CEO of Red River College “When you’re using public back on his years representing the means how we offer services to stu- shift in focus, and that’s refreshing,” until a permanent replacement can be money, it’s best to use it in the best college, Zabudsky believes talking dents needs to be more flexible.” said Rushton, the college’s chief fi- found. way possible, and partnerships are to people is one of the most impor- nancial officer since 1995 and the usually a win-win situation,” Feller tant responsibilities. vice-president of finance and ad- ministration since 2006. search has just begun this month Rushton was asked to step into with advertisements running in the role after Jeff Zabudsky an- newspapers like the Globe and Mail, nounced he would be leaving Rushton is appreciating this oppor- his post to accept the position of tunity to glimpse into the positive president and CEO of Ontario’s aspects of the institution. 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TIT said that over the eight-and-a-half years he has lead writing workshop Margaret Sweatman, assistant marks UWSA general US worked for the UWSA he has noticed substan- professor at the U of W and acclaimed tial changes. playwright, lyricist and novelist, will elections “It is more organized and more professional,” be leading fiction workshops at the he said. “I find there is a lot more student inter- Canadian Mennonite University’s est and a lot more people coming down [into the annual School of Writing taking Bulman].” place Monday, May 10 to Friday, May Courtney Schwegel Myles expects that this increase in student in- 14. The School of Writing, in its fourth Campus beat reporter terest will result in a voter turnout higher than the year, also offers sessions on poetry, 12 per cent turnout of last year’s general elections, life writing and writing for children and young adults. The School of especially with Syvixay running again. Writing has helped many people This year’s general elections for the University “It is easy to assume that he himself is going by providing a challenging and of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA) are to get so many students involved because he in- supportive environment for writers shaping up to be different from those in the past, creased the voter turnout last year by an insane to hone their skills. Other authors according to chief elections commissioner Jenna amount,” she said. “He is going to have the ability contributing to the workshops Myles. to do it again this year.” include Barbara Nickel, Joanne “There are more diverse personalities running But Brenden Van Wyk, a third-year biochem- Klassen and Anita Daher. For more in the elections this year, not just the strict, po- istry student, said that since the general elections information, contact Michael Van litical type,” she said, adding that the candidates are held at a very busy time of year, students may Rooy at [email protected]. come from a range of educational backgrounds The UWSA's chief elections commissioner, Jenna not be as engaged as they otherwise would be. including science and women's and gender Myles, is excited for this year's general elections. New “The problem with the general election is that Alumni to honour studies. candidates and the way they run are changing the game. it occurs when a lot of term tests are going on,” esteemed graduate According to Myles, the changing demo- he said. The U of W Alumni Association graphic of students running for both executive But despite his hectic schedule, Van Wyk in- is seeking nominations from the public for their Distinguished Alumni and directorship positions is largely a result of the ning in teams gives candidates the ability to reach tends to take the time to learn about the candi- Award to be given out at the spring inclusive efforts of the current UWSA executive, more students on campus. dates and make an educated vote. convocation. Graduates of the U of who worked hard to reach out to various student Although candidates can run in teams, Myles Brown stressed the importance of learn- W, United College or Wesley College groups, increase their presence on campus and explained that voters must still vote for individ- ing about the candidates’ platforms rather than who have made great contributions encourage general student involvement. ual candidates rather than for a team as a whole. merely casting an uninformed vote. to their professions or community What is also different about this year’s election Myles hoped that all 18 of the available positions “Hopefully a lot more students will participate are eligible for nomination. All is that some candidates are running in teams. would be filled, but only 16 positions have can- and not just vote, but learn about the candidates nomination forms and reference Jason Syvixay, current UWSA president and pres- didates. The UWSA will thereby not have a full before they vote,” he said. letters are due Wednesday, March 31. idential candidate for 2010/2011, has joined forces board in the fall. Nonetheless, Myles said the The award, which was first given out with vice-president student services candidate UWSA has increased in popularity this year and Candidate speeches will take place Wednesday, in 1990, is the Alumni association’s highest honour. Last year’s recipient, Lana Hastings and vice-president internal candi- has had a stronger presence on campus. March 10 and Friday, March 12 at 12:30 p.m. in Howard Pawley, graduated from date Ava Jerao to strengthen their platforms. “The UWSA has been doing a really good job Riddell Cafeteria. United College in 1957 and eventually “They feel that as a team they can work bet- of promoting the elections and trying to get peo- served as an MLA for Selkirk from ter than just a whole bunch of people who don’t ple involved,” she said. Voting runs Monday, March 15 to Thursday, March 1969-1988. know each other,” Myles said, adding that run- Tom Brown, UWSA business manager, 18.

Wesmen coach honoured COMMUNITY EVENTS Inner City Junior Wesmen coach, Bob ROCKIN' RICHARD'S RECORD & CD SHOW returns to the Victoria Inn on Axworthy, received the Manitoba’s Sunday, March 14. Deals. Coach of the Month award for Use your brains... and your hands! All aboard! The Winnipeg Model Railroad Club invites everyone to their February. Axworthy hosted the first grand auction at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 12 at Wentworth United ever Summer in the City Street Church. Festival and Basketball Tournament The Winnipeg Afro-Aboriginal Cross-cultural Association (WAACA) will be U of W announces last year and coaches the Inner City celebrating its one year anniversary with an energetically charged and Junior Wesmen basketball program, unique cross-cultural concert featuring Summer Bear Dance Troupe and partnership with Winnipeg which provides participants with the African drum and circus performance of Yamoussa and Kalabanté tuition credits to encourage them to on Thursday, March 18 at 8 p.m. at the West End Cultural Centre. Technical College go on to higher education. AGRICULTURE IN THE CITY is three days of interactive exhibits and “He is caring and is a great coach. presentations to bring people together in celebration of agriculture. He believes in us, therefore, we This event will be held at The Forks Market from Friday, March 19 until are committed to the sport,” said Sunday, March 21. Courtney Schwegel 15-year-old Almaz Aschalew, who There will be a needle felting workshop at the Manitoba Crafts Museum Campus beat reporter nominated Axworthy. on Saturday, March 13 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Those interested in nominating their Meet every Thursday for CHESS IN THE COURT in Kennedy Court on the coach can follow the links at www. second floor of Portage Place, throughout March and April. coachingmanitoba.ca. University of Winnipeg students will soon be interested in housing to take a course in car- FREE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CLASS. An opportunity to meet with able to combine their theoretical knowledge pentry ... or landscape design, ” he said, add- other students and Canadian friends while learning English and the with practical, hands-on experience. ing that students from the technical college Teaching expert to Bible. Takes place on Sundays from noon until 1:30 p.m. at Elim Chapel, On Feb. 24, the U of W and Winnipeg could also benefit from attending the U of W lecture at U of W 546 Portage Ave. For more information call Val & Veda Chacko at 257- Dr. Charles Dziuban will be 1670. Technical College (WTC) released a state- to learn more about urban systems and sus- ment of intent to join forces to offer students tainability in a more theoretical way. presenting a lecture at the U of W ON CAMPUS on emerging trends in education a more diversified education experience. “It is an interesting reciprocal opportu- and technology. Dziuban, who has Relax between classes by attending a free YOGA class on Wednesdays at “It makes good sense to combine these nity,” Distasio said. been researching the subject for 14 12:30 p.m. in 0T19 in the Theatre Building or a free MEDITATION workshop two types of learning environments so that Brownstone said the joint venture was de- years, is the director of the Research on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the UWSA Boardroom. The program ends the graduate will be a stronger grad with a veloped to help students meet the changing Thursday, March 25. Initiative for Teaching Effectiveness broader set of skills,” said Ellen Brownstone, demands in today's job market. at the University of Central Florida The University of Winnipeg Aboriginal Student Council will be holding vice-president (academic) of Winnipeg “It is a sign of the times. We know that and is a widely published authority the 8th Annual Spring Pow wow on Friday, March 12 in the Duckworth Centre. Technical College. in Manitoba and Canada we have an acute on the subject of education. He was Tammy Sigurdur, director of English lan- shortage of skilled workers,” Brownstone awarded the Sloan Consortium Award The Honourable Flora MacDonald will give a talk on her humanitarian for Most Outstanding Achievement work in Afghanistan in Convocation Hall on Wednesday, March 17 at guage programs and liaison for the partner- said, adding that there is an increasing num- in Online Learning by an Individual in 6:30 p.m. ship, said it's becoming increasingly popular ber of students coming to WTC, some of 2005. The lecture takes place Friday, THE COCA-COLA CASE, a documentary about the legal case against for universities to partner with colleges to whom already have university degrees, to get March 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Coca-Cola in Columbia, will screen in the Manitoba Boardroom at the create a more well-rounded education. a practical education that will lead to specific Convocation Hall and is free for all University of Winnipeg on Tuesday, March 23. “The trend is that you don’t need just employment. to attend. Prairie Fire Press and The University of Winnipeg present award-win- [university] or the other [college],” she said. Based on post-graduation surveys, ning poet and novelist Marilyn Bowering, who will deliver the Anne “Partnering is what seems to be working best Brownstone said there is a 90 per cent em- Szumigalski Memorial Lecture, titled RE-DISCOVERING ANCIENT SPRINGS: Wesmen athletes honoured A CONSIDERATION OF METAPHORICAL SPACE, on Friday, March 19 at 7 p.m. for industry and for students.” ployment rate among graduates of Winnipeg A number of Wesmen athletes have in Convocation Hall at the University of Winnipeg. Although the details of the partnership are Technical College just 6 months after gradu- recently been honoured for their The UWSA general elections will take place from Friday, March 12 to still being developed, Sigurdur said the main ation. According to Brownstone, the diverse athletic achievements. Jessica Friday, March 19. goal is to create pathways between the col- set of skills that graduates with experience Stromberg was named the Canada lege system and the university system. This both in university and in college possess will West Women’s Basketball nominee The UWSA SAFEWALK PROGRAM is looking for volunteers to walk students, faculty and staff to their cars, bus stops or residences will allow for students from both institu- open up several more job opportunities at a for the Tracy MacLeod Award. Catie within a reasonable distance. Each four-hour shift will receive an $18 tions to make smooth transitions between provincial, national and even international Gooch, for the third time in a row, honorarium. has made it onto the Canada West the two and receive recognition for prior level. Every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. there is an interfaith university learning. Sigurdur gave the example that if a Although universities do not keep re- Women’s Basketball Second All-Star chapel service in the Carl Ridd Sanctuary in Bryce Hall. All are welcome. Team. Men’s Volleyball player Dan theatre student wanted to learn more about cords on post-graduation employment rates, Lother and Women’s Volleyball player VOLUNTEER OPORTUNITIES set design and construction, they could take Sigurdur agreed that the combination of prac- Lauren Sears have been awarded the a course in carpentry at WTC and receive tical and theoretical education will no doubt GREAT SAVE, the largest mobile blood donor clinic ever held in Manitoba, Lea Marc Printing Wesmen Athletes takes place at the MTS Centre on Friday, March 12 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. credit towards their degree. increase chances of employment. According of the Month for February. Lother Jino Distasio, director of the Institute to Sigurdur, the deans from both schools will The University of Winnipeg Aboriginal Student Council is in need of vol- was also named to the Canada West of Urban Studies at the U of W, envisions be meeting at the end of March to discuss the Men’s Volleyball Second All-Star unteers to help with the running of the 8th Annual Spring Pow wow on Friday, March 12 at the Duckworth Centre. the partnership benefitting students in his joint programs they wish to develop. Team and Justin Duff was named to the Canada West Men’s Volleyball Do you have a few hours a month to spare? Want to help make our com- department. Sigurdur anticipated that some programs First All-Star Team. munity a place where women and children are safe, healthy, valued and “There could be some real interesting op- will be in place for students by the fall term empowered? Become a volunteer board member at Fort Garry Women’s portunities for ... [IUS] students who are of 2010. Resource Centre. Call 477-1123 or visit fgwrc.ca for more information. UWSA ELECTIONS March 15 –18 Candidate speeches: March 12th at 12:30 pm in Riddell Cafe Candidate for Vice President Student Services . Lana Hastings Hi there! I am a psychology graduate, an Applied Behavioral Analysis tutor, and I have a passion for theatre, having written and directed a successful show in the Winnipeg Candidate for President Fringe Festival. I also have been dynamically involved in the Peer Support student group for the last three years . as a member and coordinator. I know first hand what it is Jason Syvixay like to work with the UWSA, and have become adept to the Student life on campus is important. You should feel welcome challenging, but rewarding task of maintaining membership and safe at this university, and be better informed about the and engaging students. I decided to run for this position because many of you have opportunities and resources available to you. If re-elected as encouraged me to utilize my work ethic, organizational skills, and student group UWSA President, I will ensure that your students' association experience on the executive team. If elected, I will do my best to promote direct is held accountable for your needs. I strongly believe in an communication between the student groups and the student body, work with equitable environment, conducive to student engagement you to accomplish realistic solutions to your suggestions, and bring back the free and involvement. But it's not about me. It's about what you phones! Let your voice, ideas and concerns define my obligations as your VPSS at have to bring to the table. You have skill-sets, knowledge, and youruwsayourneeds.blogspot.com experience. I will use my position to connect your abilities within the scope of the UWSA – to empower you as students and to foster a shared sense of campus and community life. I believe in committing fully to this type of Candidates for Vice President Internal change. It is commitment that brings constructive results. Wanting change isn't . enough; you have to work hard and diligently at it. My work within the UWSA Adetola Adeolu as President has allowed me to: represent student issues to administration & I am a 3rd year international student from Nigeria studying government; improve communication to students & UWSA branding; increase Business Administration specializing in Marketing. The reason accessibility to education (i.e., daycare); unite student groups; and work with I am running for the position of Vice President Internal is to creative students (artists, musicians, filmmakers). I will continue to work on these show that minority students can have a voice in the school goals. The Your UWSA / Your Needs slate will focus on: advocating for you, student outside of the various student groups. Before graduation I life & student support, service providing, and a fiscally-responsible UWSA. More want to make a mark in the university and use my position info at: youruwsayourneeds.blogspot.com. to positively change the student experience for both locals and international students. If elected I will not be restricted to being in the basement office but make myself available to the whole student Candidates for Vice President Advocate population because opinions of the students matter. . Jesse Turner . Having been involved with the UWSA for the past couple years, Ava Jerao I have a sound understanding of the experiences and needs of Hello world! our diverse student body. As an ambitious business student at the U of W as well as As the Adaptive Services Director, I have spent the past year having previous experience volunteering for the UWSA, my advocating for students with disabilities to make our campus aspirations for next year not only reflect my own individual a more accessible and inclusive environment. If I am elected needs as a student, but will hopefully advocate the needs of all to the position of VP Advocate, I hope to extend upon my of us as a student association. efforts to make the campus a more inviting environment for all students. If elected as VPI, I plan to: In order for the UWSA to be an effective body and represent the students, we need to be more visible and have a stronger presence on campus. Being that this is my • fully support, promote and improve your student services as well as keep them final semester, if elected, I will dedicate myself fully to the position and work to functioning to best cater to your needs hold the UWSA accountable for their actions. • hold open budget consultations by making workshops available for you • create a more publicly visible UWSA budget so that you, as a paying UWSA . Katie Haig-Anderson member, understand exactly where your money is going

I am a recent International Development Studies graduate, and The “Your UWSA, Your Needs” slate will focus on advocating for you, student life have been the coordinator of the UWSA Womyn’s Centre for and student support, service providing and a fiscally responsible UWSA the last two years. I have also learned about social justice and political organizing through involvement in Katimavik and For more info: youruwsayourneeds.blogspot.com FemRev.

I think that one of the great strengths of the UWSA is that Candidate for Science Director it strives to build a socially and environmentally responsible campus. I am committed to maintaining and further Brent. Gali developing this strength. I will also work to expand UWSA visibility, and to create open dialogue between students and their union. Candidates for Arts Director Another priority of mine would be to continue the UWSA’s work making university as affordable and accessible. I also think the UWSA has an important role in . Wally Acuna enriching student life, and I would strive to create lots of opportunities for fun and My name is Wally Acuna and I am a fourth year student in the University of learning outside the classroom. Winnipeg double majoring in Criminal Justice and Conflict Resolution. Before I set forward into my future career, I feel it is necessary to serve the students at As VPA, my job would be to represent and advocate for you. I’d love to hear from the University of Winnipeg by best representing them as Arts Director. With this you, so email me at [email protected], and learn more about me and my position I will fulfill all my duties to the best of my abilities. My intentions are campaign at www.katieforvpa.blogspot.com. to create more awareness of the UWSA, respond to any questions or concerns different directorships and student services/groups, as well as do my best to aid and create a happy and memorable year for the arts students. Arts Director is a in the implementation and continuation of sustainable feminist programming position that represents a vast majority of the student population and I will be in accordance with the wants and needs of the Womyn’s Centre and women on more than willing to accept any and all challenges that I am confronted with. campus.

John. Mcleod Arnould Candidate for Environmental Ethics Director There are about ten thousand undergrad students here at the U of W and if you . Jazmin Villalta are reading this right now, chances are that you are not only a student, but an arts student. We make up the bulk of students here at the U of W, and our wants and needs should be represented at the UWSA meetings and around the campus Candidate for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, effectively, by someone who wants to see progress and improvement. Starting Transgendered, and * Students’ Director March 8th, I will be running for the Director of Arts position. Inform yourself about all the candidates and make a choice: one of the greatest opportunities for Justin. Charleton you to affect your education is right here, right now. Want something that isn’t happening? Have an opinion you feel is underrepresented? Get in touch: I can work Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows! Hi everyone my name with you to make sure that you don’t go unnoticed. Every year we pay our UWSA is Justin Charleton and I am running for the position of student fees, and if you want more say in how those get spent, involve yourself and LGBT*Students Director on the UWSA Board. (No, this doesn’t vote. mean I plan on having all the classrooms painted pink). I am currently in my second year here at the University working towards a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. I aspire to be the Candidates for Canadian Federation of Students voice of all Gay, Bisexual, Trans Gender/Sexual, Two-Spirited, (CFS) Liaison Director Queer, Questioning students and Pro-Gay Allies. If elected my main goals will be to reach out to those who don’t attend the LGBT* Centre . Daniel Gurevich on Campus and make sure their ideas and suggestions are heard. Also, I would like to arrange a few activities and events throughout the year in hopes of better The position of CFS liaison requires an active voice to represent integrating Queer and Pro-Queer students. Have any thoughts or concerns about the UWSA on a national level. Additionally, it requires anything pertaining to LGBT* Students on campus? Feel free to stop and ask me leadership, devotion, intuitiveness, and a strong initiative anytime. towards the betterment of the UWSA and its surrounding community. If appointed, I will use these strengths as a platform to communicate the views and aspirations of the Candidate for Adaptive Services entire UWSA. I believe we are a collective voice who has the Students’ Director ability to achieve our goals while enriching our lives and others alike. As a student of business, assertiveness and healthy communication are of Danielle. Otto the utmost importance to me. Furthermore, I see a strong need for well-rounded individuals when it comes to directing positions such as CFS liaison. My fondness There has never been a better time to be a student with a of artistic outlets and visual stimulus combined with a cooperative yet bold nature disability at The University of Winnipeg. Registration at the meet that standard and I trust that this will allow us to thrive as a united front. Disability Resource Centre (DRC) has increased 25% this year alone; last month the university announced a joint degree program in Disability Studies with Red River College, which Josh. Pomehichuk will facilitate a much deeper understanding of the barriers to Being charged with advocating your interests on a national and inclusion that disabled people face, both within the context of provincial level, the CFS needs to be able to have an in-depth education, and participation in society as a whole. However, as understanding of the issues students at the University of with any group of students, the work of advocating for students with disabilities is Winnipeg stand for. We need to coordinate efforts with our never done. As Adaptive Services Director my priorities include: national counterparts in order to maximize those goals. There • Continuing to work with university administration to have the DRC relocated to a are many different interests at this University and we need to permanent and fully-inclusive space hear them. I want students to make change and I want to help us make that change. • Continuing the ongoing campaign in conjunction with Canadian Federation of Students to have the post-secondary discount applied to the Handitransit monthly Candidate for Community Liaison Director pass • Working to have the accommodation of students with disabilities acknowledged . Daniel Gowryluk in writing as part of the official mandate of the university I look forward to working with my fellow DRC students and other students with Candidates for Recreation and Athletics Director diverse needs, to voice concerns as they arise, to ensure that their education is as accessible and enriching as it can be. . Tyrone Krawetz Thank you for your support. I’m currently a 3rd year Arts student that has a great interest in law. I am very active and work out on a regular basis. I am running for Athletics director because it’s a position I can Candidate for Director of Student Living relate to. I understand first-hand the benefits of an active lifestyle, and I have a genuine desire for sharing my interest Rebecca. Bock-Freeman and passion with others. Being athletic is not about showing off I am currently a Rhetoric and Politics student at the University of Winnipeg. As in the gym, or competing in the Olympics… its about looking Director of Student Living, I would be the liaison between student residents and and FEELING good about your self. And that’s something we the UWSA board. I want to help new and existing residents feel comfortable and can all benefit from. I hope you will allow me to play a role in facilitating this excited about being part of the University of Winnipeg and become involved in vision for students on campus. the activities on campus and within the community. I would also like to provide assistance to students who are facing difficulties with student living and encourage Evan. Neduzak students to feel comfortable voicing their opinions on housing issues in order to develop productive and efficient ways to solve these problems. To achieve the As a 3rd year student majoring in Biopsychology, you have probably seen me goals I have set for this position I am counting on the aid of the student residency around the University, frequently in the Duckworth Centre. As an avid gym population to help determine how to improve student living on campus. With the member, I would like to improve the recreational activities organized throughout help of the UWSA all we need is you. our campus. With such an excellent facility, it will be my responsibility to make sure it is brought to its full potential. Before my degree is completed at this University, I hope to make everyone’s experience as exciting as mine has been thus Candidates for Business and Economics Director far. I will voice all concerns of the student body and confront all difficulties that stand in my way. Gurdeep. Samra . Vidhur Sharma Candidate for Status of Women Director I am a student in the faculty of business and economics. I Lauren. Bosc have chosen to run for director of business and economics because I believe with the way our faculty is developing, it Hi! I am running for this position because I feel that I will not needs effective representation. I will try to facilitate this by only positively represent a feminist perspective on the Board of attempting to be a channel of communication between the Directors, but I will also be able to bring my past experiences students, faculty and the student groups to help provide our from within the Women’s and Gender Studies department to students with an enriching and diverse experience at the any and all actions I undertake whilst in the position. I have University of Winnipeg. I will only achieve this with your been involved with the UWSA for three years now, recently support, feedback and help. So please let us work together to achieve our goals. If working at the InfoBooth and as LGBT* Centre Co-Coordinator. you have any questions, ideas or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me at If elected, I hope to encourage more collaboration between [email protected]. Hope we all have a wonderful year ahead! 09 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter Comments Christianity in 2010: Who cares? Christianity was in the news this “These people are evangelical The series concludes below What do you think? Let us know month when it was reported that fundamentalists,” Martin said. with a look at the question, by e-mailing [email protected]. If Youth for Christ, an evangelical “Offering much-needed sports "What does it mean to no you missed the first few articles social-service organization, plans opportunities is just their way of longer be a Christian?" in the series, you can read them to build a $11-million youth centre luring in young prospects.” Each week a different by logging on to www.uniter.ca/ at the northwest corner of Main For the past two weeks, Uniter writer will respond view/3339 and www.uniter.ca/ Street and Higgins Avenue. Rev. Jack Duckworth has to Duckworth's article, view/3482. Winnipeg Centre MP Pat Martin been exploring the topic of demonstrating the wide- railed against a plan proposing Christianity. He began with a ranging and passionate that the City contribute funds to look at the question, "What opinions that arise when the project, calling it “taxpayer- is a Christian?" Last week, questions of faith are funded proselytization.” he responded to the question, brought to the table. "What is a non-Christian?"

What does it mean to no longer be a Christian? Losing my religion wasn’t all that hard

Jack Duckworth and honest focus on the person of Christ made by the Bible now than ever. University of Winnipeg Volunteer is incorrect. A close look at Jesus’ teachings Alex Garcia It should also be noted that the burden of Chaplain and life would demonstrate that he offered Volunteer Staff irrefutable proof is on those that makes the freedom of choice without coercion and original claim, rather than those who ques- demonstrated a life of exemplary standards tion it. It is intriguing to say “I am no longer a and grace to all who lived in his proximity. Rejecting Christianity after experiencing Furthermore, to say that we must look Christian.” What he offered in his life and teaching some sort of interaction with the faith is an through and identify every claim made by the If someone has only vague ideas about can be found in the Bible. What one finds, experience unique to each individual. For faith, disprove it and move onto the schol- Christianity, the reason for such a choice is among many things, is an invitation to fol- some, it means a complete change in life- arly work surrounding it and disprove that easy to understand. low him. The response, then as now, was style; for others, a quiet and subtle altera- in order to be able to claim that Christianity However, as my first and second articles never 100 per cent obedience. However, the tion in nothing more than their personal is indeed “bogus” is inaccurate. noted, a Christian is someone who follows choice to follow him was never contrived, identity. Christianity is based on the idea of an Jesus, while a non-Christian is someone manipulative or enforced. Rather, it was In truth, the only blanket statement that omnipresent, omnipotent and omniscient who doesn’t follow Jesus. Confusion arises freely offered. can accurately be made is that each individ- god. An omniscient god would not then when one is influenced by the actions of a To say one is no longer a Christian be- ual who identifies themselves as no longer purposefully give his believers false infor- few who contradict what Christianity is re- cause Christianity appears bogus requires Christian has made a conscious decision mation or lead them astray. It would seem ally about. justification. to move away from a faith they found in- near impossible for such a being to do so Perhaps a better starting point is to ask If one feels the biblical information is compatible with their own understanding and still claim to love and cherish each indi- whether the person rejecting Christianity not credible, all you have to do is prove ev- of life. vidual creation. was a Christian to begin with or if they had It is difficult to clarify how one is no lon- Regardless of the amount of informa- misguided assumptions about Christianity? Rejecting Christianity ger a Christian past the general point of tion surrounding the faith, if it is based on A cultural assumption about Christianity without a clear and honest being able to say, “I don’t follow the teach- divine knowledge that can be refuted with does not, on its own, make one a Christian, ings of Jesus or the Bible,” because of some human knowledge, a refutation of a single nor does short-lived compliance to a vague focus on the person of of the very same points Rev. Duckworth piece of an absolute statement is a refuta- Christian ethos. Christ is incorrect. makes. tion of the entire statement itself. If one claims to no longer be a Christian As the religion has evolved in its 2,000 Faith in itself is religion’s greatest ac- based on suppositions, it is advisable to year history, the definition of a “Christian” clarify their starting point. In this sense, a erything in the Old and New Testament has as well. Duckworth entertains the no- person who chooses to leave Christianity is fully unreliable. That accomplished, the tion that Christianity is based on the idea of The rejection of a faith is may, in fact, never have lived the faith. next step is to prove Jesus’ first followers freedom of choice, which is indeed a correct as personal and unique a Assumptions are not always wise and can never existed. Completing that, then prove statement. process as the acceptance lead to problems when addressing why one that Jesus never lived. Then prove that the What remains to be questioned are the chooses to no longer be a Christian. One scholarship surrounding Christianity for choices themselves and the effect they may of one. such assumption is that personal choice, the almost 2,000 years since Jesus lived is have with the individual's personal identi- common in the secular culture, has the unreliable and there might be a chance to fication either towards the religion or away complishment. It can also be its greatest same influence in the Christian faith. On justify that Christianity is, in fact, bogus. from it. downfall. the other hand, it is often assumed that There is a vast amount of biblical truth Salvation from damnation was Christ’s It is of my own belief that faith was all coercion is also a common feature of the and credible scholarship that cannot be message. Through him, there was the chance that was left behind after my rejection of Christian faith. brushed off because one personally does not of eternal life in paradise and the experience Catholicism. The loss of faith was worth But rejecting Christianity without a clear like Christianity. of the highest glory. more in my decision than any sort of proof Everyone deserves to have earnest ques- The other road was one which people be- that was later discovered or the arguments tions answered. Assuming someone ought lieving the message would be less inclined both for and against Christianity that were to believe Christ simply because they be- to take. Christ did not have to preach a later made known to me. While it held the long to a Christian community is a weak message of “join me or else.” All that was re- most weight in my decision-making pro- premise. The person asking the question quired was the faith that people hearing the cess, it also was the smallest burden to rid deserves an honest answer regardless of the message would understand both sides of it myself of. It seemed to be a foreign concept challenge and nature of the doubt. and allow their personal fears to influence, to me and once “let go” it seemed insignifi- But if one considers Christianity to be or manipulate, their decision. cant to my person. bogus, clear proof is needed. Instead, if To say that the only reason people reject I cannot answer what it means to no lon- questions are left unanswered, finding the Christianity is because they question the ger be a Christian past my own experience. truthful answer is critically important. validity of a religion based on texts written I cannot assume to know what it means for Everyone is offered the opportunity to thousands of years ago and modified repeat- everyone else. The only answer I can give is hold an opinion and make life choices. edly is false. that once the decision has been made, it re- Invariably, there are inconsistencies in how As previously mentioned, the rejection ally doesn’t mean much at all. we process decisions. However, claiming to of a faith is as personal and unique a pro- no longer be a Christian begs clarity. What cess as the acceptance of one. To say that Alex Garcia is a human rights and do you think? justification is required by non-believers for global studies student at the University of claims that Christianity is “bogus” is accu- Winnipeg. Rev. Jack Duckworth is the pastor of First rate. Scientific justification is more readily Presbyterian Church Winnipeg and is avail- available for a number of refutable claims able as volunteer chaplain at the U of W Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. He invites all interested to the last of three dialogue sessions in room 3M50 related to this ar- ticle series: A discussion surrounding the What do you think? question“What does it mean to no longer be Send your letters to [email protected] a Christian?” happens Wednesday, March 17 at 12:30 p.m. 10 comments The Uniter March 11, 2010 www.Uniter.ca Something borrowed, something new

Media misses budget. Go figure. The uproar about the deal with the egregious amounts of the lack of Due to the woefully vague na- lacklustre budget, all told, missing and murdered aboriginal ture of the throne speech, delivered doesn’t exactly register for women in this country. confrontation in the the day before the budget, there The government even went so was plenty of fuel for the political those who have paid close far as to suggest our national an- federal budget commentary fire, as the media at- attention to the federal them be changed to become gender tempted to make interesting such Conservatives. Boring neutral, which would have (gasp!) riveting material as the possibility expanded government to create a of introducing a Seniors Day to doesn’t just describe their Parliamentary committee on the Andrew Tod the already bloated list of symbolic political agenda, it is their matter, gone against tradition and Comments Editor “days” which dot the calendar. political agenda. been pro-woman. Three strikes in When the real thing was laid out any conservative handbook. Such a to Canadians on March 4, there suggestion coming from the minds The federal Conservative govern- was little to be surprised with as dull, but it also shows glimpses of a of Conservative brass would have ment released its latest budget last far as the major news outlets were kinder, gentler Conservative party. been inconceivable before, regard- Thursday, March 4. From most ac- concerned. Think about it. The Conservatives less of the fact that the plan was counts, it was a document best left It is a dull budget, with few of old, under the tutelage of scrapped a mere two days later. not talked about in any great detail spending cuts advertised (those will louts like Minister of Finance Remember, baby steps. beyond its uninspired nature. come next year, according to popu- Jim Flaherty and Prime Minister While the government will be The Toronto Star referred to it as lar opinion), few programs put in Stephen Harper, would have been ridiculed for not requiring the sus- “remarkably cautious.” Our own place worth mentioning and a gen- straining at the end of their chain pension of Parliament to produce Winnipeg Free Press named their eral discontent with the fact that to embarrass the Liberals by plac- such a dreary budget, it seems as editorial on the matter, “Timidly Parliament had been suspended for ing items in the budget that the op- the infamous economic update of though the Conservatives have betting on prosperity.” a month or so in order to put the position could not agree with but 2008. used their latest break to change Hell, even the National Post thing together. could not vote against either for The budget also shows a different their style, if not their substance. could not maintain its hell-bent The uproar about the lacklus- fear of triggering an election they side of the government by acknowl- In political terms, this means desire to frame the budget as hav- tre budget, all told, doesn’t ex- would not win. edging that women constitute a they are probably attempting to re- ing a “silver lining,” by describing actly register for those who have None of the usual “gotcha” political group in Canada worth pair the damage done to their sup- the budget as being no better than paid close attention to the federal macho posturing occurred this funding, however inadequate such port over the prorogation mistake. being “not awful.” Conservatives. Boring doesn’t just time around. Even though Liberal funding may ultimately be. They may just be dusting off their Yes folks, the message Canadians describe their political agenda, it is leader Michael Ignatieff referred to Yes, the same party that once sweater vests and kittens to appeal are receiving from most of the pow- their political agenda. the contents of the budget as full of pledged to cut the funding of to Canadians when this minor- erful news trendsetters in this coun- But it was also interesting to fol- “gimmicks” – which doesn’t exactly women’s groups that do advocacy, ity Parliament eventually topples try is that a party whose ideology is low the news accounts of the latest translate to fighting words in poli- research and lobbying, who re- again. based on taking political baby steps budget for another, more politically tics – there is nothing in the docu- moved equality from the goals of and not rocking the boat failed to tangible reason: this budget is a first ment that his party could bring the the Status of Women Canada (be- Andrew Tod is a politics student at deliver anything interesting or am- of its kind for the Conservatives. government down over, and cer- fore re-instituting it, quietly) has the University of Winnipeg. bitious in this, their fifth tabled It is cautious and it is impossibly tainly nothing as inflammatory as pledged to fund organizations that ILLUSTRATION BY SAM HAGENLOCHER

The streets are green with liberty Education brings fear for some Why your current aboriginal leaders hangover is vital Chiefs and Censured for political interfer- ence by Canadian Association of Robert J. Holt administrators University Teachers several years Volunteer Staff squander the ago, First Nations University has now had its funding cut by the education of First Saskatchewan government and it But sometimes, son, you can looks likely that the federal gov- trust a man who occasion- Nation University ernment will follow suit. ally kneels before a toilet. The This is a shame. The students chances are that he is learning students of First Nations University are in something about humility and a unique position to become fu- his natural human foolishness, ture leaders of their communities. about how to survive himself. Brian Rice As it stands, aboriginals are all left It's damned hard for a man to Volunteer Staff with the embarrassment and re- take himself too seriously when percussions from the mismanage- he's heaving his guts into a dirty ment of what was once a model toilet bowl. As someone who teaches aborig- institution of higher learning. —James Crumley, inal education to students, the It begs the question: What The Wrong Case content of my courses includes does this say about our ability to the devastating effects of colonial run our affairs? It's a grey and dreary afternoon policies on aboriginal peoples, There wasn’t any reason for it here on Portage Avenue. I am sit- such as the residential school sys- happening other than aborigi- ting in the lounge of the Rinkside tem and how it contributed to the nal leaders wanting to assert their Bar and Grill and a deadline looms loss of aboriginal languages and power and control over the insti- menacingly over my head. I haven't and puke on our shoes! It's like public drunkenness/indecent expo- culture. tution and the students within. even touched my drink yet. Just Christmas in March. sure – everything. It's a lot of work I now have to include a sec- There is a fear among some ab- two hours left now – got to stay This year, regrettably, the holiday to celebrate the day properly. tion on how the administrators of original leaders, many of whom focused. Have to finish the article has snuck up on me. I'm feeling Still, I think the effort is well First Nations University and the are less educated than the stu- and get this story out. horribly unprepared for the 17th worth it. When I go pub crawling Chiefs of Saskatchewan have fur- dents in First Nations University, Which is easier said than done. of March. I still haven't decided on St. Patrick's Day, I consider it ther contributed to that loss. that they will lose their power Getting the story out may be a which bars I'll visit that day. The a political event. I'm celebrating First Nations University was base if aboriginal students grad- problem, because right now, I have King's Head is an obvious choice, two of this country's fundamental supposed to be a model of what uate and become more educated no story. Instead of coming up with but the crowds and the lines are freedoms: freedom of expression aboriginal people could do if than them. this week's article, I've spent the guaranteed to be ridiculous. and freedom of association. Where given control over their educa- Therefore, they would rather week planning and worrying, wor- The Regal Beagle would prob- others may see only a vulgar orgy tion system. Unfortunately, from scuttle the education of the stu- rying and planning. That's because ably be less frantic, and the place of excesses, I see a living, breathing the beginning, the Chiefs of dents than face the graduates when earlier this week, I remembered has always treated me well, but I testament to democracy. Saskatchewan began interfering they return to their communities. that St. Patrick's Day – much like think they host an open mic night The price paid for such free- in its management. In this case, these leaders are to my deadline – is just around the on Wednesdays. I cringe to think doms, in the case of St. Patrick's Eventually, they forced out blame for trying to destroy the fu- corner. of what might happen when me, li- Day, is the morning after. On that some of the top aboriginal schol- ture of their children and not the Saint Patrick, of course, is the quor and a waiting microphone all morning, I will sit though an early ars from their faculty and ad- government. patron saint of Ireland and is said get mixed together. morning class with one of the most ministrative positions and, to have single-handedly driven a And that's just the bars I'm murderous hangovers imaginable. subsequently, put in their place Brian Rice is an associate professor plague of snakes from the Emerald worried about. I still need to fig- I can't wait. persons that have allegedly taken of education at the University of Isle ... or something like that. And ure out the order in which I'll visit money illegally for their own per- Winnipeg. how have we come to celebrate them, what I'll be drinking when I Rob Holt is a second-year sonal purposes. the legacy of such a swell and holy get there, how best to conceal the University of Winnipeg student and fellow? open liquor I'll have, where to sleep he'd like to thank everyone who We guzzle dark stout beer and it off, the legal rights of persons comes to the party. Irish whiskey until we fall down charged with disorderly conduct/ ILLUSTRATION BY BILL BESO 11 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter Arts & Culture Playing with fire

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onne progressing as much as possible staple since first ss as a musician.” performing —Will Bonness, jazz pianist 10 years ago  Today Since then Bonness has contin- Wolseley, ued to live in Manitoba, graduat- Phil Enns tomorrow the ing with a Bachelor of Music from Volunteer world: Jazz the U of M's Jazz Studies program pianist and U of M last year. grad Will Bonness After graduating, he decided to Will Bonness lives and breathes first began spend the summer in New York music. performing in the City and try to see what other peo- For the past six years, the local city 10 years ago. ple in his field were doing south of jazz pianist has been one of the He completed the border. mainstays at the Cool Monday his debut album “It was just an all-around check- Night Hang, a weekly jazz jam ses- Subtle Fire last ing-out-the-scene kind of experi- sion which currently takes place at fall. ence,” Bonness said. “I just learned the Orbit Room on Pembina. a lot and absorbed a lot about Bonness, like many of his con- music.” temporaries, began his career at Forming a trio with some friends, knew it was something I wanted to still fresh from high school, got a Following his return to a young age. The 24-year-old first he travelled around Winnipeg with pursue pretty far,” Bonness said. call to join legendary Canadian Winnipeg, he went into the stu- made the decision to focus on jazz a demo tape trying to score gigs. His persistence paid off and soon trumpeter Maynard Ferguson on dio to record his acclaimed debut at the age of 13, after enduring sev- “I didn’t know immediately that he was getting professional jobs. the road, an enormous opportunity album, Subtle Fire, with seasoned eral years of classical piano lessons. I wanted to make it a career, but I When he was just 17, Bonness, for such a young performer. jazz musicians Steve Kirby on bass and Terreon Gully on drums. “They ended up bringing totally their own thing into the music,” said Bonness, referring to the highly improvisational nature of the art form. Bonness will be featured in an upcoming concert at the Park Theatre as part of Jazz Winnipeg’s Breakfast speaker series Nu Sounds Series. He says that the March 14 show will incorporate everything from world to hip-hop beats, along with some charts from his new album. Joining him on stage will be drum- mer Curtis Nowosad and bassist Julian Bradford. The Competitive Bonness hopes that this current musical configuration might con- tinue to perform together in a trio format. “As far as chemistry goes, there certainly is a lot of that, because Advantage of Doing we’re all so familiar with each oth- er’s playing,” he said. At the moment, Bonness’s plans for the future are not set in stone, but one thing’s for sure: he’s just getting warmed up. Business Ethically “Right now, the mindset I’m in is that I just want to keep progressing Dr. Cheryl Leis, phD as much as possible as a musician.” Centre for Leadership and ethics  See Will Bonness Sunday, March 14 at the Park Theatre  Tickets are $13 in advance through Ticketmaster / $15 at the door Tuesday, March 23 The University of Winnipeg  Visit www.myspace.com/willbonness 7:30–9:00 a.m. Convocation Hall 2nd floor, Wesley Hall 515 Portage Avenue

Reserve your seat by contacting Dallas Hull Phone 786.9990 or email [email protected] www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/fac-bus-ec-index tickets: $30.00

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MUSIC LISTINGS CON'T... THE MADCAPS are performing at the Cavern. Pip Skid ORIGINAL PAINKILLER takes the stage at Shannon's Irish Pub. CD REVIEWS KATIE MURPHY CD fundraiser at the Ukranian Labour Temple features JD EDWARDS, THE BUSHTITS, SEAN BROWN, SUSS and, of course, KATIE MURPHY. THE PAPERBACKS DJ TIN and DJ KAYO are spinning at the Academy. Lit From Within SUNDAY, MARCH 14 Parliament of Trees Even though he’s just 34, I think we should already TIM BUTLER, DOM AMERO, TWIN, LADYBUG & CATERPILLAR, JASON give singer-guitarist Doug McLean some sort of TUESDAY and PAEGAN SUNFLOWERS honour Elder GARRY "MORNING Pip Skid is set to release his newest album Skid Row this lifetime achievement award for writing well-crafted, STAR" RAVEN in the University of Winnipeg's Bulman Centre. Saturday, March 13 at the West End Cultural Centre. "Best album literate, urgent indie rock songs that stick with you I've ever made," states Pip, giving a shout-out to collaborators THOSE GUYS are going to be playing some of those songs at the for days. He did it with The Bonaduces and he does DJ Kutdown and Rob Crooks. Also appearing as guests on the Academy. it now with The Paperbacks. Preceded by An Episode album are Greg MacPherson, John Smith, Birdapres, Yy, Nestor THE NU SOUNDS SERIES at the Park theatre features performances of Sparrows (2003) and An Illusion Against Death Wynrush, Moka Only, Cadence Weapon, DJ Co-op and more. So by WILL BONNESS, JULIAN BRADFORD and CURTIS NOWOSAD. (2007), Lit From Within covers a lot of sonic terri- join his live band PIP SKID & THE SKIDS, REBEL YELL and the Saddle up to the bar and listen to BAD COUNTRY with B.A. tory throughout its 32 songs. Highlights include the slow and introspective Good Lives TURTLE ISLAND HIP-HOP DANCE CREW in celebration of some JOHNSTON at the Standard. (For Bad Reasons); the punky rockers Stars (For Claire Massey) and Make Art; and Math quality tracks. Blues jam with BIG DAVE MCLEAN at the Times Change(d) High and Damage/Maggot Age, which has a compelling darkness to it. It’s hard to find a bad song Cluster New Music and Integrated Arts Lonesome Club. in the bunch. People might think a band crazy to release a double album in this day and Festival age, but The Paperbacks pull it off with flying colours. ALL THE KING'S MEN are all at the King's Head. -Aaron Epp This is the the inaugural year for the Cluster Festival and the MONDAY, MARCH 15 new music composers and artists are brimming with enthu- siasm and energy. Created and curated by Luke Nickel and The incomparable J.WILLIAMEZ performs at Shannon's Irish Pub. EVERY TIME I DIE Heidi Ugrin, the festival is set to become a vital fixture on the Watch James Brown run from the bar to the turntable at the VINYL New Junk Aesthetic Winnipeg scene by celebrating and integrating our diverse DRIP in the Cavern. Epitaph Records artistic communities. Night Flares, the first event on Thursday, For my dollar, there is no other metalcore band really Karaoke at the Standard. March 18, features Allen Harrington and Laura Loewen perform- worth listening to. ETID’s first two records were off- ing pieces by local composers as architect Herb Enns trans- NEIL PINTO at Shannon's Irish Pub. the-hinges spastic-schizo northern New York State forms the University of Winnipeg's Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall using TUESDAY, MARCH 16 hardcore, more akin to Dillinger Escape Plan. With only light. On Friday, March 19 the Perret/Roy studio at 290 the release of 2003’s Hot Damn, they got southern- TECH N9NE and PETER JACKSON play at the Pyramid Cabaret. McDermot Ave., there will be the performance entitled Shadows, groove into their hardcore (via Pantera), something Petals, Airports. The final day of the festival, Saturday, March 20, Soul Night with THE SOLUTIONS at the Cavern. that made them incredibly popular with the Warped has Montreal percussionist Gina Ryan, films by local video artist BIG CITY FILTER play at Shannon's Irish Pub. Tour set. Seven years later, the band has migrated to Bryan Besant and live improvised soundtracks by the Cluster THE EXPERIENCES take the stage at the Royal George Hotel. indie giant Epitaph Records. The groove is still there but it is certainly muted in favour Troubadours, featuring Ingrid Gatin and Max Fleischman, at the Open-Mic Night at the Academy. for their trademark truncated and concentrated blasts of aggression (only two tracks Park Theatre. All shows begin at 8 p.m. break the four-minute barrier). Lyrics are much darker but not without the humour that THURSDAY, MARCH 11 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 Keith Buckley has become known for (like how describing cancer as an unwanted party LES JUPES, NOVA and SLATTERN play at the Royal Albert Arms. ELECTRIC SIX play the Royal Albert Arms. guest on Host Disorder made me snicker). Live is where this band really shows who’s From film to the McPhillips Street Station, HET COMMITMENTS got boss. Catch their fugly display of power at the Garrick on Friday, March 19. The BEATNUTS 20th anniversary tour hits the Pyramid Cabaret -Lee Repko with guests SWIGFU and DJ KINETIC. a lotta soul. WORLD RHYTHM: MUSIC FOR CHANGE at the West End Cultural THE SHOUTING GROUND and BANSHEE'S WAIL are playing at the Academy. BRADLEY Centre features the RHYTHM REVIEW, IDRISSA TURAY, DRUM CAFE Mountain Tiger Wolf and THUNDER UNDER THE BRIDGE at 7:30 p.m. NATHAN ROGERS, THE BRADY IRISH DANCERS and the PUSHING Drip Audio DASIES play at Shannon's Irish Pub. Join the packed floor dancing to DJsR OB VILAR and MIKE in the Bradley's Mountain Tiger Wolf is basically an indie Lo Pub at GOODFORM. PATRICK ALEXANDRE & THE F-HOLES and MIC & THE BOYS play at the techno loop of random pop culture highlights since JD EDWARDS BAND and SWEET ALIBI are the entertainment at Toad in the Hole. 1972. Hollow '80s mega rock is combined with the Times Change(d) High and Lonesome Club. TALK CITY and THE CITY CHAMPS are playing at the Cavern. recognizable bass riffs from Stevie Wonder’s album THE MINISTERS OF COOL lay it down at the Academy. MIC & THE BOYS and THE F-HOLES are playing at the Toad in the Talking Book. Other tracks have Queen melodies PAUL DE GURSE performs at the Current Lounge. Hole. layered with an xylophone and digital Pac-Man zaps. Varying from ballads, lullabies to rave techno, THE PEOPLE'S CHAMP spins at the Republic Nightclub with NDU. ANDREW NEVILLE & THE POOR CHOICES are playing at the Standard. Bradley’s approach is similar to the intentionally DON'T BE SHY live open mic at the Regal Beagle. MOONBEAM JAZZ at the King's Head. particular and exposed style of Sufjan Stevens. Unresolved metaphors like, “It makes it Open Jam Night at the Standard. SASSY JACK is at the Royal George. hard to run / You have the weight now / You feel everyone” are nearly impossible not ROUTE 59 Jam Night at the Cavern. BIG CITY FILTER play at Shannon's Irish Pub. to like, though I’m often suspicious as to why. Others are a tad grim, but could either READYMIX with DJs DAN L and DIAL UP at Ozzy's. WILD AND WICKED WEDNESDAYS at Ozzy's. bring relief or hyperventilation, like “All the lines we crossed were grey / All the days and nights the same.” Despite some haphazard combinations, most tracks are tastefully THURSDAY, MARCH 18 DAVID BART Celtic night at Shannon's Irish Pub. mixed and nostalgically familiar. NEIL PINTO plays at Saffron's. CHRIS MAMA BAUER releases his album at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. -Lynnette McLarty FRIDAY, MARCH 12 DEL BARBER will be playing at the Times Change(d) High and Lonesome Club. CHRISTINE JENSEN JAZZ ORCHESTRA DJ BEEKEENI spins the annual International Women's Day dance Treelines party at the Lo Pub. BROTHERS, SOFTCOPS and VAMPIRES at the Royal Albert Arms. HAMMERFALL and POWERGLOVE play at the West End Cultural Justin Time Records Awkwardly-named electronic artists MR. SOFALUMPKINS and DR. When McGill graduate Christine Jensen's composi- FUNKINCHUNKIN are at the Academy. Centre. tions on her sister Ingrid's record Vernal Fields won SAWYER BROWN are going to bring you their tunes at the Club Ace Art's series TRANSMISSION ALPHA features music by THE the Best Mainstream Jazz Juno in 1995, it was clear Regent Casino. SHAKE, DJ CYCLIST, KING KOBRA, DJ BEEKEENI and KASM. that Christine was not satisfied to sit second chair PAUL DE GURSE performs at the Current Lounge. Part of the Cluster Festival NIGHT FLARES takes place in Eckhardt- to her world-recognized sister. Treelines is Chris- Gramatté Hall at the University of Winnipeg. 8 p.m. THE MADCAPS are performing at the Cavern. tine's first record with Canadian über-label Justin Join the packed floor dancing to DJsR OB VILAR and MIKE in the Lo NDU is taking to the stage at the Gas Station Theatre. Time, after three releases on the primarily Quebec- Pub at GOODFORM. based Effendi. Straddling a fine line of composition DJs battle head-to-head at the Royal Albert. ADAM vs. JAMALL MOONBEAM JAZZ at the King's Head. and improvisation, this internationally acclaimed band leader and saxophonist explodes KNIGHT, FOOTWERK vs. TWENTY TWENTY, VOULES vs. RANDOM with sweeping melody, backed by a crack band of Montréal’s finest, many of which have and MIKE B. vs. AHHHHNDRE. ROUTE 59 Jam Night at the Cavern. played with her in quartets and other recordings. Ingrid features prominently here, as READYMIX with DJs DAN L and DIAL UP at Ozzy's. RUDE DALE is playing the Standard. does her life-partner, Joel Miller (saxophone). Highlights include Dark and Stormy Blues BROKEN ARMY, KINGDOM OF SLEEP and WEAR YOUR WOUNDS are Open Jam Night at the Standard. and the album opener Dancing Sunlight. Treelines is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon, rocking out at the Zoo. THE PEOPLE'S CHAMP spins at the Republic Nightclub with NDU. that is if you don’t hear it over and over on our national broadcasters’ jazz shows too RIDLEY BENT and THE GOOD LOOKIN' COUNTRY BAND are at the DAVID BART Celtic night at Shannon's Irish Pub. much. Great effort. Times change(d) High and Lonesome Club. NEIL PINTO plays at Saffron's. -Lee Repko The GRACE HRABI TRIO plays at McNally Robinson. BORN RUFFIANS SATURDAY, MARCH 13 Sole Brother PIP SKID & THE SKIDS, REBEL YELL and DJs KUTDOWN and Paper Bag Records KINETIC are joined by the Turtle Island Hip-Hop Dance Crew at LULLABYE ARKESTRA, April 9 at the Royal Albert Arms. This first single off Born Ruffians upcoming record the West End Cultural Centre. BIG JOHN BATES & THE VOO-DOO DOLLZ and THE ANGRY DRAGONS, Say It is probably exactly what you'd expect it to Punk legends SNFU play with the UNWANTED at the Zoo. April 12 at the Pyramid Cabaret. be. The Toronto indie band has made a brand out of stripped-down pop since they first debuted four Local indie rockers ENJOY YOUR PUMAS are playing at the BABY DEE, April 20 at the West End Cultural Centre. Standard. years ago. But the sound, which is essentially Vam- NOFX, April 26 at the Burton Cummings Theatre. B.A. JOHNSTON, THE MAGNIFICENT SEVENS and THE pire Weekend by way of Grizzly Bear, may be on the DISAPPOINTERS take the stage at the Royal Albert Arms. ROB ZOMBIE and ALICE COOPER, April 26 at the MTS Centre. verge of becoming all too familiar. That said, Sole Brother is a catchy little ditty, with simple repetitive PAUL DE GURSE performs at the Current Lounge. HOLLERADO and THE BESNARD LAKES, April 28 at the Royal Albert Arms. guitar lines, subdued drum beats and even simpler lyrics. While I may not know what "I IAN KELLY and CAMERAROMANCE are taking to the stage at the know the election was a sole brother" means exactly, I have to admit, of all the new-but- Lo Pub. PLANTS AND ANIMALS and SAID THE WHALE, April 28 at the West End Cultural Centre. becoming-old-fast sub-genres of indie music, this one is probably the hardest to resist. ROLLIN PENNER AND THE MEDICINE SHOW are playing at McNally Say It is in stores June 1. Download Sole Brother at www.tinyurl.com/ruffiansmp3. CHARLEY PRIDE, May 1 at the Centennial Concert Hall. Robinson. -Sam Hagenlocher THE STEAMERS heat up the Times Change(d) High and GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS, May 22 at the Centennial Lonesome Club. Concert Hall. Arts & Culture 13 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter

Thirsty for sweat, not blood De Local death-pop duo Gr lf sound and minimalistic approach to av

ert music is not only restricted to their VAMPIRES may only economic setup. Since their incep- come out after dark, tion, VAMPIRES has handed out home-recorded singles at all their but don't worry, shows, featuring custom handmade CD art. But in the spring of this they're just out to year that may change. That’s when VAMPIRES hopes to release their make you dance first proper EP. Recorded with producer Jeffrey Patterson at his studio – the Home Mike Duerksen Street Recording Company – the Volunteer Staff five-track disc will be the result of experimenting with multiple guitar amps at once and trying to capture These creatures of the night aren’t the band’s raw, unrefined sound. thirsty for blood. Rather, they come But in the meantime, the band out of hiding regularly on stages will keep on honing their trade- across Winnipeg with their grungy, mark live performance. oft-fuzzy dirty dance riffs thirsty for VAMPIRES is a duo made up of David Dobbs and Josh Butcher. The band is currently working on its debut EP. “We like to come out strong, but one thing only – sweat. somewhere in the set we’re going to “We like to get people dancing. drop it down and make you sway I feel like we’re doing our job right back and forth,” said Dobbs. “And when we’re sweaty within the first then we’re going to see if we can get couple of songs,” said VAMPIRES guitar 'n' drums riffs in the early It didn’t take long before he and unwilling centre of attention; they you sweating with us.” frontman David Dobbs over days of 2009 after Dobbs caught Butcher played their first gig – a know how to conduct themselves,” the phone from a courthouse in the fever of Los Angeles’ energetic fast and energetic set that saw them Dobbs said. “In our present day Toronto last week. But don't worry, music scene. both switch instruments halfway and age, we’re all consuming to live.  See VAMPIRES Thursday, March 18 at he's not in trouble with the law: “I went down to L.A. for through the show – in the base- Sometimes we can’t see our own re- the Royal Albert Dobbs is a respite aid for a promi- Christmas in 2008 and saw a bunch ment of their Wellington mansion flection because life gets in the way.  Brothers and Softcops will also perform nent Manitoba lawyer. of groups playing there,” recalled under the moniker VAMPIRES. The name is just a big word to sum The death-pop duo, rounded Dobbs, 24. “I came back with “We just thought ‘vampires’ was up life, ironically.”  Tickets are $7 at the door  Visit www.myspace.com/ out by co-frontman Josh Butcher, this great feeling on how to make a real great word that encapsulates Packing equal parts meaty riffs vampireslikeyou started hashing out their off-tempo music.” a lot of feelings. Vampires have an and abrasive growl, the band’s

MORE MUSIC THIS WEEK

Acclaimed globetrotting choir Prairie Voices are celebrating Six people you meet at every wake: Detroit "rock" band Electric their tenth anniversary this year. The will be performing March Six will play to a sold-out crowd in Winnipeg on March 17. 12 at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church to mark the occasion. Mississippi guitarist Super Chikan plays with his "Cigar Box Combo," one of his many self-made guitars. Electric Six Prairie Voices Detroit’s eclectic sextet Electric Six is touring in sup- Hailed as “the wave of the future for choral music” Super Chikan and the Fighting Cocks port of their latest album Kill. The group is char- by Manitoban composer Sid Robinovitch, Prairie acterized by its comedic lyrics, hyper energy and Voices makes singing in a choir look cool, like those If you have a passion for guitars and yodelling blues genre-bending music. Combining such styles as ga- kids on Glee. singers, Super Chikan and the Fighting Cocks is the rage, disco, punk, new wave and metal makes sure PV has traveled throughout Canada and Europe, band you've been looking for. your ears are entertained. That said, the Royal Albert released a handful of CDs and earned critical ac- James Louis Johnson (a.k.a. Super Chikan) and is in for a crazy show Wednesday, March 17. An ever- claim from Winnipeg media outlets. It will celebrate his custom guitar inventions, such as his Cigar Box changing roster of experienced musicians with ridic- its 10th season anniversary with a concert on Friday, Combo, are just as fetching as his toe-tapping beats. ulous stage names (Smorgasbord! and Dick Valentine, March 12 at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church. Since his debut Blues Come Home to Roost in 1996, for example) guarantees that the night will be worth The performance will feature one set by the choir’s the Mississippi-born Chuck Berry fan has released six the price of admission. current lineup and one set by a choir made up of PV albums. “I just thought that when we started, we came off alumni. A recipient of the Mississippi Governor's Award the way we did because so many bands didn’t re- for Excellence in the Arts, Super Chikan will be “This group does anything and everything, which ally do anything onstage. We just wanted to express in Winnipeg Saturday, March 13 performing at makes it interesting,” says Kristel L. Peters, the where we stood [musically],” said bandleader Dick choir’s artistic director and conductor. “We get to Riverview Community Centre. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Don't miss Valentine of their unique style in the Metro Times. do a mixture of genres and it’s never the same, year Electric Six is sure to deliver one of the most ener- after year.” out on your chance to see this southern legend in action. getic shows in the city all month. Founded in 2000, Prairie Voices features 35 singers ­—Karlene Ooto-Stubbs between the ages of 18 and 25 who are dedicated to —Casandra Anderson performing contemporary choral music from around the world. The choir is currently recording its fourth CD, Autumn, to be released later this year. ­—Aaron Epp visit uniter.ca/listings for more of what's happening 14 Arts & Culture The Uniter March 11, 2010 www.Uniter.ca

FILM HOUSE, the 1977 teenage Japanese horror mind trip, The poor stay poor while the rich get rich will be playing to a freaked-out crowd at the Ellice Theatre at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 12. The local all-female Alice Cooper tribute band MUSCLE OF LOVE will also be Director Philippe Diaz's performing. bleak doc attempts to explain what everybody knows

Justin Luschinski Volunteer Staff  Director Lars Von Trier's critically-acclaimed film ANTICHRIST, starring Charlotte Gainsbourg and Willem Dafoe, will be on the big screen at Cinematheque Friday, March 12 at 10 p.m. and Saturday, March 13, Wednesday, The End of Poverty? March 17 and Friday, March 19 at 9 p.m. Also, Sunday, Directed by Philippe Diaz, 2008 March 14 and Sunday, March 21 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, 104 mins March 18 at 9:15 p.m. English, Spanish, French, w/ English subtitles – Narrated by Martin

Political pranksters The Yes Men take a look at our eco- Sheen Co u nomic system by posing as top executives and shifting Playing at Cinematheque Friday, March 12, Saturday, March 13 and rte s the stock market – hilariously. THE YES MEN SAVE THE Wednesday, March 17 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 14 at 4 p.m. o y WORLD plays at Cinematheque on Thursday, March 11 at Cine f

9 p.m. Libre ma THE COCA-COLA CASE, a documentary about the legal In a world where there is so much wealth, case against Coca-Cola in Columbia, will screen in the why is there still so much poverty? That is Manitoba Boardroom at the University of Winnipeg on the primary question of Philippe Diaz’s latest The End of Poverty? Tuesday, March 23. documentary , and it’s a Philippe Diaz's documentary The End of Poverty? asks the question, "In a world where there is so much wealth, question to which there is no good answer. why is there still so much poverty?" The Winnipeg International Jewish Film Festival runs The film paints a very bleak picture in from Monday, March 15 to Saturday, March 27. Visit www. which a small portion of the First World are radyjcc.com for information on films and showtimes. willfully bleeding the Third World dry. Diaz starts at the beginning: the British analysts, political activists and former World different countries all saying the same thing: empire and the conquistadors, who helped Bank employees, drives the point home. “We are in poverty and barely have money to develop Third World nations though their World poverty doesn’t just happen; it’s cre- live.” This is a message that needs to be deliv- own legal system and also created ways to ated, whether by government-run organi- ered, but it would be more effective if Diaz keep the people of those nations subdued. zations or their banks to further their own included more input from economic experts They created an economy which only ex- goals. or even a single activist who travels and per- ports one type of resource (the kind the rich Diaz does an excellent job of evoking an sonally interviews these people to keep the needed), by destroying every other type of emotional response, combining imagery movie flowing. trade in order to make the people there re- with a dreary musical accompaniment that These, however, are small issues when  Set in Harlem in 1987, the film RECIP OUS is a tale liant on whatever goods came in from the brings the concept of hopelessness and pov- compared with the film as a whole. about one's capacity to overcome when faced with ter- empire. This system made these developing erty to life. It’s still a very sobering look on world pov- rible realities. Playing at Cinematheque Thursday, March nations into nothing more than prostitutes Martin Sheen’s narration may be dry at erty and how it can be solved. 11 at 7 p.m. who are used until they are worthless. times, but overall it becomes the icing on the Why is it that 20 per cent of the world’s Filmed in the slums of Latin America and Africa, Philippe As this diplomatic policy is still in action cake. population waste 80 per cent of the world’s Diaz's film THE END OF POVERTY? takes an insightful look today, Diaz brings out the utter hopelessness Perhaps the film's main weakness is that it resources? at the vast number of people living below the poverty that these people experience on an almost takes too long to make its point. line. Playing at Cinematheque Friday, March 12, Saturday, daily basis. There are interviews from several people in March 13 and Wednesday, March 17 at 7 p.m. There will The filmmaker travels to various poverty- also be a matinee screening on Sunday, March 14 at 4 stricken nations such as Kenya, Brazil and p.m. regions of Spain, and obtains firsthand tes- timonies from the people who often work LA BELLE VISITE, a film on retirement and the beauty for less than a dollar a day. This, combined of the Quebec countryside. Free admission at the with interviews with Nobel Prize winning Cinematheque on Thursday, March 18 at 7 p.m. FREEZE FRAME, the international film festival for kids of all ages, takes place from Thursday, March 4 to Saturday, March 13 at various Winnipeg locations. Visit www.freez- eframeonline.org for details. There is a call for submissions to the 8th annual University of Winnipeg Student Film Festival. Forms can be picked up at the UWSA info booth. Deadline is Monday, April 5 at 4 p.m. The films will be screened at the festival from Wednesday, April 23 to Friday, April 25. Teenagers love horror films, so here's a chance to enrol your kids aged 14-18 in a film criticism course on some classic flicks. The program will take place from Tuesday, March 30 until Thursday, April 1 at Aqua Books. For more information, visit the Miskatonic Institute of Horror Studies at www.big-smash.com.

LITERATURE

Aqua Books presents a writer's workshop with Jake MacDonald entitled WRITING YOUR LIFE on Thusday, March11 and Saturday, March 13 at 8 p.m. Deborah Schnitzer will speak in the Carol Shields Auditorium in the Millenium Library on Friday, March 12 at 12:10 p.m. Carol Szuminsky will be signing copies of her children's picture books on Saturday, March 13 at McNally Robinson. 2 p.m. CURTAINS: ADVENTURES OF AN UNDERTAKER-IN-TRAINING is being launched by author Tom Jokinen at 8 p.m. on Tursday, March 18 at McNally Robinson. Poet Deborah Schnitzer and guests Marika Prokosh and Kristian Enright will be at Aqua Books on Wednesday, March 17 at 7 p.m. Prairie Fire Press and the University of Winnipeg present award-winning poet and novelist Marilyn Bowering, who will deliver the Anne Szumigalski Memorial Lecture, titled RE-DISCOVERING ANCIENT SPRINGS: A CONSIDERATION OF METAPHORICAL SPACE on Friday, March 19 at 7 p.m. in Convocation Hall at the University of Winnipeg. The 2010 Prairie Fire Press and McNally Robinson Booksellers Literary Contests will be awarding $6,000 in cash prizes. For full contest rules or more information visit www.prairiefire.ca or call (204)943-9066. www.uniter.ca Arts & Culture 15 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter

GALLERIES & MUSEUMS

The Woodlands Gallery underwent a facelift and will now In art there are no rules play host to LIVING RHYTHM, a new exhibition by Connie

Antoinette Dyk Antoinette Geerts, opening Thursday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. and run- Local artist Adrian ning until Saturday, March 27. Williams's latest All hands on deck! Come to the Winnipeg Art Gallery

sma dressed nautically on Saturday, March 20 for ART & SOUL: exhibition is open to n MANITOBA OVERBOARD, a celebration of Manitoba's artis- tic history. 8 p.m. interpretation, and that's Monique Larouche's paintings in the series PAYSAGES D'OISEAU or BIRDS LANDSCAPES will be on display at the the point Wayne Arthur Gallery until Wednesday, March 31. THE ART OF WARNER BROTHERS CARTOONS is a collec- Sagan Morrow tion of classic WB images, showing at the Winnipeg Art Staff Writer Gallery until Thursday, March 30. Handsome artist Adrian Williams is showing an exhibition of brand new works at Golden City Fine Art until Friday, Adrian Williams doesn’t follow any rules March 26. when he creates art. Whether it’s cobbling The CRE8ERY hosts a solo exhibition by LEIGH KONYK, together various materials into a collage or opening at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11. The artwork will drawing on reclaimed paper, his quirky style be on display until Tuesday, March 23. plays with a visually aesthetic texture and depth. THE BEATLES! BACKSTAGE AND BEHIND THE SCENES is an Using everything from silk screen to scraps opportunity for Fab Four fanatics to see the collection of of metal to shingles to a piece of blue wood unpublished photographs of the Beatles. On display at that Williams picked up while riding the train the Manitoba Museum until Sunday, April 11. across Canada, Williams's latest collection is Mayberry Fine Art presens 5 NEW ARTISTS, featuring titled Let's Live Here. Over a dozen works of works by HASHIM HANNOON, TERRY WATKINSON, MANDY art convey a mixture of themes in the exhibit, BUDAN, CELIA NEUBAUER and NIKOL HASKOVA. The works which is on display at Golden City Fine Art. will be on display until Saturday, March 13. The elements are repeatedly featured; WRITING HOME, the art of Bonnie Devine, and John flames and smoke contrast with images of Hupfield's exhibit BECOMING UNWRITTEN will be on dis- water pouring from a showerhead and boats play at the Urban Shaman Gallery until Saturday, March floating in lakes. 27. His use of texture extends beyond using Part of "Untitled 1" by Adrian Williams. This work was created using spray paint, ink and collage on canvas. physical raw materials to create a literal 3D Artist TONY SCHERMAN's encaustic paintings will be on effect. Williams has a knack for creating very display at the Winnipeg Art Gallery until Sunday, March realistic images of hair rippling down a wom- questions that beg for answers. the perfect sleeve on an arm. A whole book 14. an’s back. In fact, his entire depictions of In one piece, why did the artist choose to is used as the surface for another work of art. Visiting artist Roger Byrt will take you on a tour of women are fascinating. make the boxcars out of wood and metal, but The diagonal line extending from the shower Australian Aboriginal art and culture in AN EVENING These illustrations are of people. to draw a girl and a bird instead of also using to the outline of a woman’s back in the afore- DOWN UNDER. Friday, March 19 at the Forum Art Institute As Williams himself said, when talking physical materials to make them pop out of mentioned washroom painting is also geo- at 7 p.m. about one particularly compelling and gor- background? metrically pleasing. Celebrate the colour of winter with the Manitoba Crafts geous artwork of a woman getting ready to In another piece, why is one continent As a collection, the individual pieces don’t Museum and Library's exhibit WHITE WORKS. Artists work take a shower, she’s “a woman, attractive, shadowed and another white? tie together to create a whole. in a variety of mediums but no colours. The exhibit will whatever”: this is a person, not something to You can read into many of these pieces and But when you don’t follow any particular be on display until the snow fades to brown dirt in early be objectified. derive a multitude of different understand- set of rules, tying each individual piece to- May. Adrian Williams makes his art a piece of ings of what exactly it means. gether isn’t really necessary at all. real life, which also happens to be visually On the other hand, you can also appreci- The Costume Museum of Canada will display bridal wear appealing. ate the art as something that would look fan- Let's Live Here is on display at Golden City from the First and Second World Wars in their exhibition Williams dabbles with the abstract by leav- tastic in your living room. Fine Art (211 Pacific Ave.) until Saturday, WARTIME WEDDINGS. Teaming up with the Urban Shaman ing everyone in his art faceless. This leaves Williams’ use of materials is innovative; March 27. Visit http://goldencityfineart.blog- Gallery and Jenny Western, the Museum will also display plenty of room for interpretation, raising a piece of wood with a rough edge becomes spot.com. a collection of NATIVE/AMERICAN APPAREL. Both exhibits run until Sunday, April 4. The Winnipeg Art Gallery hosts DELICATE BEAUTY: THE RUBY ASHDOWN PORCELAIN COLLECTION. These deco- rative art pieces were donated to the WAG by Ruby Putting the pieces together Ashdown and come from 18th and 19th century Britain. The exhibition will be on display until Sunday, April 18.

Cin The Winnipeg Art Gallery presents RICHARD HARRINGTON:

U of W's Devised d y ARCTIC EXPLORER, until Sunday, March 14. T it Theatre class prepares us 15 MINUTES is a showcase of local art happening the first Thursday of every month at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. their experimental Local artists can submit their work for the series to art- collaborative experience [email protected]. Fragments of Whispers THEATRE, DANCE & COMEDY and Secrets and hopes to The University of Winnipeg's Department of Theatre and win a few converts to the Film will be performing FRAGMENTS OF WHISPERS AND SECRETS from Tuesday, March 16 until Saturday, March 20 theatre style at the CanWest Centre for Theatre and Film 8 p.m. nightly. Willy Russell's play about the will to learn, EDUCATING RITA, will be onstage at the Manitoba Theatre Company's Kaeleigh Ayre John Hirsch Theatre from Thursday, March 18 until Volunteer Saturday, April 10. The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's production of SWAN LAKE The University of Winnipeg's fourth-year Devised Theatre class rehearses for its upcoming performance. runs from Wednesday, March 10 until Sunday, March 14 at the Centennial Concert Hall. The University of Winnipeg's fourth-year Adhere And Deny is presenting STILL WALKING in its Devised Theatre class is promising theatre- Honours course may not necessarily be the Fragments will be made up of just that, pieces pocket theatre at 315-70 Albert St. from Wednesday, goers a unique experience with its latest envy of their fellow students, as they have of stories that focus on themes that can affect March 17 to Saturday, March 20 and Wednesday, March 24 production. been rehearsing four hours a day, five days a anyone at anytime. War, isolation, mental ill- to Saturday, March 27 at 8 p.m. nightly. Fragments of Whispers and Secrets, their col- week, all on top of their regular schoolwork. ness and loss are just a few of the recurring lective creation, was born out of a variety of But it’s more about the experience that comes themes that act as the connecting line be- Daniel Thau-Eleff's play REMEMBER THE NIGHT is being influences. with the show, not the marks. tween the different selections. staged by the Moving Target Theatre Company until Devised is a form of theatre where the “It's a full-time job unto itself,” said stu- The intention of the show, and the class, Sunday, March 14 at 8 p.m. nightly. show is created and sculpted by a body of col- dent Joshua Balzer. is to emphasize the importance of experienc- HOW MANY JEWISH MOTHERS?, a night of Jewish humour laborators, and never quite set in stone. The group of eight is infectiously enthusi- ing devised theatre as a medium. The experi- with storytellers Alix Sobler, Moishe Goldenberg, Libby In this case, Kaitlin Aiello, Joshua Balzer, astic about their work, which makes the extra ence is intended not only to change the way Simon, Nurit Drory and the harmonica stylings of Sam Rachelle Bauer, Tatiana Carnevale, Katherine time spent less of a chore. one thinks, but also the way one feels towards Knacker, takes place at Aqua Books on Thursday, March Dow, Gabriel Hurley, Rachel Smith and Fragments hopes to take the audience be- theatre. 18 at 7 p.m. Jordan Yvon-Moreau serve as both the cre- yond the traditional sphere of theatre by Fragments of Whispers and Secrets will be Comedy night with SCOOTS MCTAVISH every Thursday at ators and performers. Carol Borody, their incorporating many different mediums, in- running from Tuesday, March 16 to Saturday, Shannon's Irish Pub. professor, will be taking her seat in the direc- cluding movement, text and visual projec- March 20 at the Canwest Theatre Centre. tor's chair as the show begins Tuesday, March tions. On top of this, the performers will The show is entirely free of charge, making it Sunday night open mic comedy at the Cavern, featuring 16. never leave the stage and never fall out of a risk-free bit of experimental theatre. JOHN B. DUFF. “It's very 'Brecht' in certain elements. character. Everything is completed before the All they ask is that you come with an open Every Tuesday night head down to the King's Head Pub The setting is very industrial, but playable,” audience’s eyes, involving the audience that mind. for a free comedy performance. Borody explained. much more. The hard-working members of this The show’s name is fitting. In the end, For ticket reservations to call 786-9152. 16 Arts & Culture The Uniter March 11, 2010 www.Uniter.ca Illustrating the fine lines of mental illness

Von Allan problems were such that I couldn’t folds there are a series of increasingly when Marie is visiting her mother help. There a really strong sense of stomach-churning breakdowns. in a mental hospital. Allan sub- depicts reality of powerlessness that goes with that. With each episode, Marie is forced tly bends the straight lines of the schizophrenia in There’s nothing I could do.” to confront her mother’s mental ill- black-and-white checkered hall- Reality paints a much different ness and with the help of a friend, ways, adding to the already unset- new graphic novel portrait of those suffering from a Kelly, begins to comprehend her tling atmosphere. It’s a nice touch mental illness than many people see mother's struggle. that enhances his style. it. In fact, 20 per cent of Canadians What is particularly interest- When Allan set out to write the will personally experience a mental ing is that Allan has decided to road to god knows… he approached Brennan Neill illness in their lifetime, and schizo- tell his story through a girl in her the plot and theme with one sim- The Concordian phrenia affects one per cent of the early teens. It’s quite difficult for an ple guideline: “Don’t be up on a population. author to develop a central char- soap box, don’t be preachy, don’t An illustrator and author, Allan acter from across the gender di- be didactic, don’t try to be lectur- MONTREAL (CUP) – Mental translated his experience into his vide, but Allan has succeeded in ing, or anything like that; certainly illness is one of the few social taboos new graphic novel, the road to god Marie. It’s also clear that Allan has don’t say anything like mental ill- that is still completely ignored, mis- knows… planted some of his personality in ness is bad or the person who has represented, or flat-out denied by Set in Ottawa during the fall Marie; take, for instance, her love it is bad.” much of the Western world. Von of 1988, the road to god knows… is of tag-team wrestling. The result is Allan has succeeded in every Allan experienced the toll men- centred on Marie, a 13-year-old girl a well-thought out and completely measure. The road to god knows… tal illness can take firsthand – his coming to terms with her mother’s likeable tomboy that you’ll root portrays only a tiny slice of life for mother was diagnosed with schizo- schizophrenia. The novel opens for. those with a mental illness. It’s grip- the road to god knows... by Von Allan is set phrenia when he was 11. with Marie returning to her family’s Allan’s art is simple, but fit- ping, dramatic and will leave you “It was when she starting having small, barren apartment following in Ottawa in 1988 and centres around a girl ting for the stripped-down sto- with a deeper understanding of the nervous breakdown episodes and her mother’s release from a clinic named Marie. ryline. What is most surprising is relationship between those who are being hospitalized that I realized after another mental breakdown. that Allan only began drawing just afflicted and the people who love ‘She’s not well at all,’” Allan said. While the graphic novel is fic- are based on Allan’s childhood. It’s over ten years ago at age 25. Easily them. “She was having problems, and the tion, many events and elements deeply personal, and as the plot un- the most memorable panels come

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Arts & Culture 17 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter Clubbed to death forcing their guests to stumble down a flight A fist-pumping, of stairs. Don’t plan on dressing up for the hip-gyrating, booty- Pal; you’ll only get spilled on. The Verdict: Three broken Budweiser bottles shaking guide to the out of a possible five. clubs in your town Stereo 1034 Elizabeth Rd. Ashley Wiebe Stereo Nightclub is the newest CanadInns Volunteer staff bar to open its doors. With a capacity of 750 comfortably, Stereo has both a spacious in- There is no doubt about Winnipeg night- terior along with stimulating visuals. Stereo clubs creating cheap thrills for anyone over is probably best known for its VIP lines that the age of 18. Some nights end up costing stretch as long as the bona fide entrance. The more than one's paycheque, while others end club playlist is pretty much the same bad re- in tears and broken stilettos. But everyone mixed top-40 music played at every other comes out to have a good time. bar. Most girls who head out to Stereo dress Each club varies from the next, from the to impress. This usually means low-cut, cleav- music and vibe to the atmosphere and the age-baring shirts and dresses in either animal layout. Newer bars within the city have be- prints or vibrant colours, paired with match- come classier and more refined than some of ing pumps or flats. The males play it cooler, the others. The CanadInns bars tend to at- choosing to match graphic tees with jeans tract the younger crowd (aged 18 – 21), while and Chuck Taylors. the clubs found downtown have enforced age The Verdict: Long lines and generic music and restrictions (21+ and 25+) along with dress drink selections earn Stereo two broken sti- codes in hopes of only attracting the best lettos out of five. of the best. However, this doesn’t filter out any of the mainstream dance manoeuvres, Silverados including anything from booty-shaking and 2100 McPhillips St. hip-gyrating to the hair-flipping and oh-so- and bartenders that know drinks backwards an unbearable experience. Silverado’s is the place to go any Saturday popular fist-pumping. and forwards, Tijuana Yacht Club gets four The Verdict: The combination of a short wait night, providing you are between the ages of fist-pumps out of five. TYC (Tijuana Yacht Club) time and its attention to country detail, 35 and 65. Silverado’s was once known as the Garden City hangout, but now seems to cater 1405 St. Matthews Ave. (at Empress Street) Cowboys Roadhouse Cowboys Roadhouse gets five freshly-poured shots of Jack Daniels out of five. to an older crowd. Playing a variety of Top The Tijuana Yacht Club is the place to go 1034 Elizabeth Rd. 40 music from present and past generations, for everyone’s 18th birthday. The majority of Cowboys Roadhouse is the country bar sta- The Pal (The [World Famous] Palomino Club) along with featured live bands, Silverado’s is a its patrons are either newly-turned 18-year- ple of this town. Playing country music and 1133 Portage Ave. hotspot for cougar sightings. olds, ones who could barely pass for 18, and featuring live performances, Cowboys is the Feel daring? The Pal is the place to venture to The Verdict of course the college guys who can’t get their place to go Saturday night if you’re looking : Serving up painful amounts of hands on anything their own age, or size. any Monday night. Featuring both in-house '80s music and far too much fist-pumping, for the honky-tonk vibe. With a capacity of DJs and live bands, The Pal plays anything Known for playing the hottest dance, hip- roughly 700 and more brands of whiskey Silverado’s gets two cougar sightings out of hop and R&B music, TYC is open Thursdays from country to classic rock to modern hits. five. than one should consume, Cowboys goes But the feature that the Pal is most “famous” for Ladies Night, as well as Fridays and all out on the country theme. Most patrons Saturdays. TYC is one of the largest clubs in for is its booty shake contest. Being one of So, even with all of the booty shake contests, seem to dress the part, with plaid shirts, boots the smaller clubs in the city doesn’t seem the city with a capacity of over 1,000. The and even cowboy hats. Don’t worry about poorly remixed music and over-priced drinks, Tijuana Yacht Club is the perfect destination to stop the lineups on a freezing Winnipeg each club will offer you and your wingman not knowing the “boot scootin’ boogie” – it’s Monday night. The Pal also has one of the for a ladies night out. easy enough to jump in – but a simple two- whatever you need, any day of the week. most dangerous walks to the bathroom next illustration by miguel McKenna The Verdict: Having virtually no wait times step will do. But if you're someone who de- to Whiskey Dix, with both clubs ill-advisedly tests country music, Cowboys will likely be

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Research focused on the degree program, a Canadian citizen studying at a - be a full-time student or be eligible to attend If, in addition to University of Winnipeg courses, $5,000 prize for excellence in essay writing on the of the CNST is to foster scholars and scientists all-hazards approach to emergency management university in Canada and is engaged in research a Canadian post-secondary institution in a you are registered and taking courses elsewhere link between democratic values and the media in with northern experience and, at the same time, is encouraged, as are studies in cyber security, that will assist the protection of minority or human recognized program leading to a degree, certificate during the academic year for credit towards your Canada. To apply visit: www.daltoncampaward.ca. enhance educational opportunities available for disaster management and critical infrastructure rights in Canada. To obtain an application package or diploma or a recognized apprenticeship/trades University of Winnipeg degree, you must present Deadline: March 15, 2010 northern residents to obtain post-secondary protection and assurance. Multidisciplinary work is or for more information visit their website: http:// program proof of registration to the Awards & Financial Aid education at Canadian colleges and universities. preferred in disciplines such as regional planning, canada.mcc.org/scholarships, or the Awards & - have sustained an acquired brain injury Office before your student assistance document LEONARD FOUNDATION FINAN- Northern Resident Award – The Northern Scientific engineering, environmental studies, computer Financial Aid office on the first floor of Graham - be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or can be authorized and released to you. CIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Training Program is sponsoring eight scholarships, science, geography, sociology, economics, risk Hall. protected person, within the meaning of the Fee Payment valued at $5,000 each, for students identified modeling and system science. Application and Deadline: April 1, 2010 Immigration and Refugee Protection Act The Leonard Foundation scholarships are awarded Your fees will be deducted from the student as long-term residents of Nunavut, Northwest evaluation procedures are administered by the to students enrolled or enrolling in an accredited Please note that receiving a bursary may affect assistance document when it is electronically ap- Territories, Yukon or the Provincial North, enrolled Association of Universities and Colleges of RETAIL AS A CAREER SCHOLAR- undergraduate degree program in a college or your eligibility for other forms of provincial proved by the university. Government student aid in full-time, post-secondary programs at the Canada (AUCC). Interested students can view the university in Canada. Applicants must be Canadian SHIP PROGRAM financial assistance. If you wish to be considered is used first to meet educational costs. All overdue undergraduate level at a Canadian college or application poster and procedures on the AUCC for a bursary, you must complete the entire BIAC citizens or landed immigrants. Students must Retail Council of Canada, in partnership with fees and emergency loans as well as fees for the university. web site: www.aucc.ca. online application or BIAC’s Application Form for be enrolled in their first undergraduate program industry sponsors, will award more than $75,000 current study period will be deducted from the Full-Time Students, available from the Awards & as a full-time student. Only students pursuing a Northern Resident Scholarship – The Northern Deadline: March 31, 2010 in scholarships and benefits to students student aid document. If your student assistance Financial Aid office, room 1G05 on the first floor B.Ed. or M.Div. are eligible for continuing support. Scientific Training Program is sponsoring four entering or currently enrolled in a business, does not cover your required fee payment, you C.A.S.C. SCHOLARSHIPS of Graham Hall. Information provided on your All applicants will be considered but preference scholarships, valued at $10,000 each, for students marketing or retail-related program at a Canadian will have to make payment on your own by the fee application will be shared with the Selection will be given to daughters or sons of ordained identified as long-term residents of Nunavut, The Canadian Co-operative Association (CCA) is post-secondary institution. Students who receive payment deadline. Credits for scholarships you Committee panel in order to determine your clergy, licensed elementary or secondary school Northwest Territories, Yukon or the Provincial calling for applications for the three Canadian the scholarships will not only benefit from may be receiving will reduce the amount of fees eligibility. Please send the Application Form and teachers, Canadian military personnel, graduates North, currently enrolled in master or doctoral- Association for Studies in Co-operation (CASC) financial assistance for their post-secondary deducted from the student aid document. supporting documentation to: of a Canadian Military College, members of the level programs at a Canadian university. scholarships: education, but will also attend STORE 2010 in Missing Information Engineering Institute of Canada and members of BIAC-ACLC Bursary Program For more information or to obtain an application Alexander Fraser Laidlaw Fellowship – The Toronto where they will have the opportunity to the Mining and Metallurgical Institute of Canada. 28 Caron St. If any documentation requested by the MSAP, form, please visit their website: www.acuns.ca Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada engage with the brightest professionals in the Preference is also given to those who have Gatineau, Quebec J8Y 1Y7 such as summer income or study-period income established the Laidlaw Fellowship to honour Canadian retail industry. A $5,000 scholarship previously received an award from the Leonard Deadline: March 17, 2010 Telephone: 1-866-977-2492 verification, has not yet been submitted, electronic Dr. Alexander Fraser Laidlaw, the father of the will be awarded by Interac Association to the top Foundation. Fax: (819) 595-2458 confirmation of your loan document will not occur RABIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND non-profit co-operative housing movement in Retail as a Career Scholarship applicant, whose E-mail: [email protected] and your loan funds will not be in place at the The value of the award is usually $1,000 for those Canada. An outstanding Canadian adult educator name will not be disclosed until STORE 2010. FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF This year, 26 scholarships are available and one Website: www.biac-aclc.ca beginning of the Winter Term. who do not need to set up a second residence PEACE & TOLERANCE 2010-2011 and co-op leader, Dr. Laidlaw served the cause to attend university and $1,500 for those who of the co-operative movement for over 40 years. $5,000 Interac Scholarship in addition to 25 $1,000 Deadline: April 30, 2010 Revision to your Needs Assessment do. These amounts may vary according to This award of $13,000 US provides an opportunity The Laidlaw Award, valued at $1,000, is available Industry-Sponsored Scholarships. To be considered You should be aware that new information, such the final decisions of the General Committee. to spend one academic year in Jerusalem, Israel to graduate students only. The award is based on for one of the scholarships applicants must meet AUCC AWARDS as verification of your summer or study-period the following criteria: Approximately 140 awards are made annually. at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Applicants the applicant's academic record, as well as on the The Association of Universities and Colleges of income, may increase or decrease your MSAP Successful applicants are expected to obtain must be Canadian citizens and enrolled in an importance of the proposed research activities to - Enrolled full-time or part-time at a Canadian Canada provides 150 scholarship programs on needs assessment and the resulting loan amounts employment during free time to help defray the accredited doctoral or post-doctoral program the development of the co-op movement in Canada college or university in Fall 2010. behalf of the Federal Government, domestic and you are eligible to receive. Similarly, if your costs of their education. In addition, they must focusing on areas relating to the pursuit of peace or abroad. - Pursuing a retail, business or marketing-related foreign agencies, and private sector companies. current course load is different from that on your participate regularly in athletic, fitness or military and/or the enhancement of peaceful forms of Amy and Tim Dauphinee Scholarship – The Ontario program. Check out their website www.aucc.ca and look Notice of Assistance letter, the amount of loan you activities. Personal qualities showing a potential social life. For further information or to receive an Credit Union Charitable Foundation established the under the heading Scholarships and Internships for are eligible to receive may change. for leadership are also a requirement. Please visit - Currently working part-time or full-time within application package, please call 1-888-HEBREWU or Amy and Tim Dauphinee Fellowship in recognition Canadian Students. Fee Deferral their website to apply: www.leonardfnd.org. 1-416-485-8000. the retail industry. of the outstanding contribution these two leaders Deadlines: Various The Awards & Financial Aid Office can defer NOTE: You must also contact a nominator before Fax: 416-485-8565 made to the development of the credit union For application forms and instructions, please visit their website: www.retaileducation.ca, or the your fees if you have applied for government submitting an application. The list of nominators is E-mail: [email protected] movement and the Ontario Credit Union Charitable IDRC/CRDI AWARDS student aid but have not received your confirmed on their website. Website: www.cfhu.org Foundation. The award, currently valued at $3,000, Awards & Financial Aid office on the first floor of Graham Hall. The International Development Research Centre assistance document by the fee payment deadline. Deadline: March 15, 2010 Deadline: March 25, 2010 is available to graduate students only. The award Fee deferral means that your registration will not will be based on applicants' academic records (IDRC) is a Canadian crown corporation that Deadline: April 1, 2010 works in close collaboration with researchers be cancelled because of your failure to pay by THE CANADIAN-SCANDINAVIAN SIRC RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT and on the importance of the proposed research the deadline. However, you will be charged the activities to the development of the co-op PROGRESSIVE ECONOMICS from the developing world in their search for FOUNDATION BURSARIES AWARD the means to build healthier, more equitable and late payment fee unless you have submitted your movement in Canada or abroad. FORUM ESSAY CONTEST Student Aid application in sufficient time for it to The Canadian-Scandinavian Foundation invites more prosperous societies. Various research and The 2010 SIRC Research Development Award Lemaire Co-operative Studies Award – Available be processed by the payment deadline. applications for 2009-2010 Bursaries of $500 to There are two competitions, one for undergraduate academic awards are available for application. designed to encourage development of research to both undergraduate and graduate students, $1,000 (at the discretion of the jury) to facilitate students and one for graduate students, open to Please visit their website for more information on The Awards office will begin taking names for writing skills with an emphasis on preparing the Lemaire awards are intended to encourage study in Denmark, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Finland, all Canadian students, studying in Canada and their award programs: www.idrc.ca/awards. the fee deferral list for students registered for research reports that are comprehensive and yet students to undertake studies which will help them Norway or Sweden. Applicants must be Canadian abroad, as well as international students presently only the 2010 Winter term starting Jan. 4, 2010. can be disseminated and understood throughout contribute to the development of co-operative in MANITOBA STUDENT AID citizens or landed immigrants registered in a Bach- studying in Canada. The definition of “student” If your name is on the Awards & Financial Office the sporting community. SIRC invites Canadian Canada or elsewhere. Eligible candidates will have PROGRAM (MSAP) elor's, Master's or Doctoral program or equivalent encompasses full-time as well as part-time stu- fee deferral list but you withdraw from university undergraduate students to submit their literature been involved with co-operatives, must demon- in Canada. Applicants' proposed program of study dents. Students eligible for the 2010 competition courses, you will be responsible for the fees you review research papers in consideration for strate reasonable knowledge and understanding Manitoba Student Aid is now accepting applica- in Scandinavia must be pursued at a recognized/ must have been or be enrolled in a post-secondary owe until your actual date of withdrawal. the 2010 SIRC Research Development Award. of co-op principles and their application, and be tions for the 2010 Winter session. Students can accredited post-secondary educational institution educational institution at some point during Winners will receive $1,000 each, as well as media able to indicate how the proposed studies will apply online at www.manitobastudentaid.ca. If you are out of funds before your next disburse- or equivalent. Due to the limited annual varying the period of May 2009 – May 2010. A cash prize exposure throughout the Canadian academic contribute to the co-op movement. Full-time or ment of Government Student Aid occurs, you can number of bursaries, selection is very competitive of $1,000 will be awarded to the winner of the New to the Student Aid program this year are a and sporting community. This year the 2010 SIRC part-time students, taking full- or partial-credit arrange for bridge financing from the University and based primarily upon Nordic relevance of the graduate competition and $500 will be awarded series of grants and bursaries: Research Development Award has two categories. courses at any university or university-equivalent in the form of an emergency loan. Please call proposed program of study, as well as applicants' to the winner of the undergraduate competition. Your submission must fall into one of these two college are eligible to apply. Eligible candidates - Canada Student Grant for Students from 786-9458 for an appointment. academic records, references and support material Entries may be on any subject related to political categories: Health and Sport or Participation must take a minimum of one course about Low-income Families (if applicable). In your application, please describe economy, economic theory or an economic policy DID YOU KNOW... That Manitoba Student Aid staff and Sport. co-operatives. The bursaries will be awarded in - Canada Student Grant for Students from why it is important or even essential to undertake issue, which best reflects a critical approach to the can be on campus on Fridays from 1 – 4 p.m. To multiples of $1,000 to a maximum of $3,000. The Middle-income Families your studies in one of the Nordic countries as Eligibility: functioning, efficiency, social and environmental meet with them, you need to set up an appoint- amount of the awards will be proportional to the - Canada Student Grant for Students with opposed to elsewhere in the world. Successful - The applicant must be a Canadian citizen consequences of unconstrained markets. For more ment time. Come to Student Services and book an significance and contribution of the studies to the Dependents applicants will be required to provide proof of currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at information or details on essay submission, please - Rural/Northern Bursary appointment, or phone 786-9458 or 786-9984. a Canadian university or college. advancement of co-operatives. visit their website: www.progressive-economics.ca. travel, such as a boarding pass, and submit a brief These grants are the first money students will DID YOU KNOW... You can check the status of - Your paper must be written in English or French. For all three scholarships, applicants must either report upon completion of their project, as well Deadline: April 30, 2010 receive in their financial aid packages, before any your student aid application, find out what - Your paper must be a minimum of 2,500 words undertake studies at Canadian universities or as recognize the contribution of CSF whenever loans are awarded. Many students may, in fact, documentation is still outstanding, update your and up to a maximum of 3,000 words (excluding university-equivalent colleges (regardless of possible. Application forms are available from their PHYLLIS P. HARRIS SCHOLAR- receive the majority of their financial assistance in address information and much more online? Go to references). citizenship) or be Canadian citizens or landed website www.canada-scandinavia.ca or from the SHIP the form of grants. www.manitobastudentaid.ca and then to MySAO to Awards & Financial Aid office on the first floor of - Your paper must include an executive summary. immigrants studying at such institutions outside log into your existing account. Canada. To be eligible to receive the award, This scholarship is an annual award of Be sure to apply early and to submit all requested Graham Hall. Research papers are electronically received by DID YOU KNOW... If you are a student who has recipients must undertake their proposed study $2,600 endowed in the memory of Phyllis P. documentation as soon as possible to ensure Deadline: March 15, 2010 [email protected]. In addition, a complete had past Government Student Loans and are within one calendar year of the fellowship being Harris. For over thirty years Phyllis Harris was an that you receive all the grant funds for which you hardcopy of the applicant’s submission, which currently a full-time student but do not have a Please note: the application deadline of March 15, awarded. Application forms are available from inspiring presence in the world of family planning, are eligible. includes a bio, an abstract, a photo of the student loan this year, you can fill out a Schedule 2 2010 is for studies undertaken in Summer 2009 their website www.coopscanada.coop or from the volunteering both her time and services in applicant (passport photo) and the signed SIRC PROCEDURES: document to remain in non-payment status. Please (retroactive), Fall semester 2009 (retroactive) and Awards & Financial Aid office on the first floor of Edmonton and throughout Canada. To be eligible, Content Licence agreement and eligibility outline, come to Student Services in Graham Hall, where Winter semester 2010 (current) ONLY. 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All applicants must begin printing official assistance documents Canada Student Loan program & other important FOUNDATION NATIONAL Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2K3 have previous work or volunteer experience in the for students whose MSAP documentation and information on finances and budgeting: www. This scholarship is offered in memory of Desmond general field of human sexuality with the intent university course registration are in order. canlearn.ca SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Deadline: March 26, 2010 Conacher, formerly Professor of Classics at Trinity to pursue a degree in the field of family planning MSAP will mail the documents to students at Manitoba Student Aid Program: www. The purpose of this program is to encourage and BUSINESS COUNCIL OF College, Toronto, Fellow of the Royal Society of or population issues. 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The scholarship is administered include your most recent academic transcript, fees you owe to the University of Winnipeg. These www.scholarshipscanada.com involvement in extracurricular activities and have Education Award, provided you meet the following by the Classical Association of Canada through its a 500-word typed essay outlining your relevant fees will be deducted from your student aid. made significant contributions of time and energy criteria: Awards Committee. One award of $2,500 is offered background education, objectives and plans for to community service programs. This scholarship each year. Applicants must be Canadian students the future. Candidates must also clearly state their Arts & Culture 19 www.uniter.ca March 11, 2010 The Uniter Good & Crossword Puzzle 22 Evil Solutions to crossword and sudoku will appear in next week's issue.

with J.Williamez The lost link between video editing, porn and meth

In this godless and valueless cesspool we call modern society, it is sometimes difficult to avoid certain temptations. These include drinking to excess, performing lewd acts of pure indecency with a watermelon and a pair of leather pants, or even to taking a penny from the little tray when you don’t really need it. I have recently fallen into the trap of sin and indulgence by becoming bestcrosswords.com hopelessly addicted to video editing. I’m just learning, but I can’t get enough of it. I’ve been spending, like, eight hours a day on top of classes doing this Across 34- Resinous deposit 60- Faculty head Down 13- Patron saint of 37- Building add-on stuff. I’m actually typing this article 1- Group of eight 35- Crown of the head 61- Parachute material 1- Publisher Adolph sailors 38- Not barefoot with my feet right now, because my 6- Blend 36- Style 62- Tibetan oxen 2- Leg unit between 18- Charged particles 40- Agitates hands are busy video editing. 10- Draw near 38- Farm structure 63- Barbarous person tarsus and femur 19- Bears the ictus 41- Charming That being said, I’m still not very good 14- Close friend 39- Biblical high priest 64- Mucilaginous 3- Heavy book 23- Comics canine 43- Views at it, but I’m sure it’ll come. I’m pretty 15- Ashtabula's lake 40- Room in a casa 4- Gasteyer of "Satur- 24- Hungary's Nagy 44- Adjust confident that with perseverance, I will one day be able to reach my goal. My 16- Indigo 41- Caracole day Night Live" 25- Author Calvino 45- Abound goal, incidentally, is to get good enough 17- Kind principles 42- Star groups 5- Energetic 26- Out 48- Remain at video editing so I can animate and 20- Compass dir. 46- The Company 6- Like grams and liters 27- Of the kidneys 49- Killer whale superimpose the heads of the babies in 21- Artery that feeds 47- Look after 7- Part of Q.E.D. 28- Like some vbs. 50- Dog cry Anne Geddes’ photos onto the bodies the trunk 48- Clear-headed 8- Currency of Turkey, 29- Extra-terrestrial 51- Designer Cassini of the actors in porno movies. That might sound offensive, but at 22- Totaled 51- Like Cheerios and formerly of being 52- Banned apple spray least I don’t want to dress the babies 23- Old Dodge model 53- Foul Italy 30- Stories 53- Aromatic fragrance up like flowers and crap like that. 24- This ___ stickup! 56- Cause light to pass 9- Agnus ___ 31- Earth Day subj. 54- Energy source Porn is a funny thing. I wonder if 25- Haphazard through 10- The land of promise 32- Blueprint detail 55- Contradict people ever splice single frames of 32- Impassive 59- Area of 4840 11- Getting ___ years 36- Greek goddess of 57- Altar words children’s movies à la Fight Club into 33- Goes astray square yards 12- Atomizer output the earth 58- Big Apple sch. porno films. I think that’d be pretty neat. Porn is also mysterious. For some reason, if you take prostitution, which is illegal, and add a video camera, it somehow magically becomes legal. I Preventing that your blood glucose levels lease sugar into the bloodstream Solutions to puzzles from March 5. wish that technique worked with other are high, but that they are not more slowly than junk food. crimes. diabetes high enough to be categorized If you are looking for the “Yes officer, I did kill that guy. It’s OK, as type two diabetes. flavour of a chip without the though, because I got it all on HD video! The Canadian Diabetes negative health effects, try out I even made a DVD with outtakes and Association states, “more than 3 local Manitoba-based Yumpeez; bloopers and a director’s cut!” million Canadians have diabe- these organic roasted split peas This sort of leads me back to video tes, 90 per cent [of these people] are full of protein and the snack editing and how I’m as hopelessly have Type 2 diabetes.” currently comes in barbecue Type 2 diabetes develops due and dill pickle flavours. Other addicted to it as if it were crystal meth, to lifestyle choices and occurs beans, lentils and legumes also which leads me to the topic of this when the pancreas does not pro- contribute to healthy blood week’s column: crystal meth. duce enough insulin. sugar levels. People who smoke crystal meth just The causes of type one diabe- Even people who are not at a seem for some reason to have this tes are unknown, but it occurs high risk for developing diabe- special glow about them. It's almost like when the pancreas is unable to tes should follow the above pre- that glow that everyone says pregnant produce any insulin at all. ventative measures. Whether it women get, except this one isn’t bullshit. Type 1 diabetes may not be is to decrease the risk of chronic It seems – to me, anyway – that crystal Sagan Morrow preventable, but we can prevent, illnesses such as diabetes or to meth just gives people that little edge in Staff Writer or at least delay or decrease the improve the health of your life- life, that little advantage over everyone intensity of, Type 2 diabetes. style, these measures will greatly else. They can run faster, jump higher, Type 2 diabetes is often linked benefit your body. do calculus more accurately and eat Pre-diabetes and diabetes affect to being overweight, sedentary Possible symptoms of dia- more soup than us normal, non-crystal more people than you might and having a nutrient-deficient betes include lack of energy, meth-smoking people. think. diet. extreme thirst, frequent urina- I know all of this because I had a A recent study published Losing weight and maintain- tion, a poor immune system conversation with some people last in the American Journal of ing that loss will significantly and blurred vision. Because 285 week who “do meth” all the time. It was Preventative Medicine showed decrease your risk. Exercise for million people worldwide have a pretty lengthy and in-depth exchange that 90 per cent of people who at least 30 minutes a day (even been diagnosed with diabetes, of ideas. Admittedly, I was pretty drunk had pre-diabetes in 2005-2006 if it is just going for a walk) it is a good idea to check with at the time, which may account for weren’t even aware of it. That and eat lean sources of protein, your doctor if you recognize any takes into account that 30 per whole grains and fresh fruits of these symptoms in yourself. the fact that I thought we were talking cent of the American adult pop- and vegetables. You can learn more about the about math until about three-quarters ulation was pre-diabetic at the To ensure that your blood signs and symptoms of diabetes of the way through the discussion. I time. glucose levels remain stable by checking out the Canadian told them I’d never done it, but sitting Diabetes, a chronic disease throughout the day, eat small Diabetes Association at www. here right now, reviewing this article, in which glucose in the blood is snacks or meals frequently. This diabetes.ca. I’m starting to think that maybe I do not properly regulated because will also keep your energy lev- smoke meth. of problems with the pancreas els up. Rather than choosing Sagan Morrow writes a health Denial can be a powerful thing. and insulin production, is a risk candy or chips, eat a small por- and wellness blog. Check it out write for the uniter! factor for heart disease, nerve tion of nuts. Dry-roasted or raw at http://livingintherealworld. J. Williamez is an ideas man – so damage and kidney disease. almonds and walnuts, for exam- net/healthy. e-mail [email protected] much so that his ideas come out of Being pre-diabetic means ple, contain healthy fats and re- nowhere. Kinda like this article. 20 Arts & Culture The Uniter March 11, 2010 www.Uniter.ca Make a fresh take on an old classic this season A guide to spring trends Staying Neutral Sticking with the theme of simplicity, nude shades of khaki, ivory and peach are essen- tial this upcoming season. Since the shades Kathleen Cerrer are versatile and classic, splurging on a big- Staff Writer ger items such as a trench coat or leather purse will last you all year round. Footwear in strappy sandals and clog-inspired designs Now that the smell of spring is in the air and are also being seen in these nude shades and the stores have brought out their sandals and have a fresh and youthful look to them. skirts, the question of which way to go when Bursts of colour such as hot pink, sea-foam it comes to this season's looks can be over- green, aqua blue or orange mixed with nude- whelming coming out of the winter blahs. coloured items can help change up this look. Like every season in fashion, there is usu- Changing colours is an easy way to take your ally a contrast between a few different trends. nude-coloured items from one season to the Fresh, light, effortless and structure are the next. words that come to mind when reviewing the hard and soft looks in stores this season. In Short Back to Basics Spring 2010 also brings the beginning of A Floral Affair It's safe to say we all have a pair of jeans (or summer attire, including shorts. Having been Floral patterns are no surprise when it comes numerous pairs) which we tend not to fuss around for decades, shorts have changed over to spring fashion, but this season prints are with. The “Canadian tuxedo” has been mak- time and this season comes full circle when taken to the next level. Not just on shirts and ing a comeback, so now is the time to pull it comes to the different types of styles. This dresses anymore, this year we can see floral out those denim shirts you thought you were season, shorts range from loose-fitting knee- patterns on pants, bags, jewelry and sun- never going to wear again. The all-denim length, short and structured, and super-short glasses. The colourful pop of colour brings a look is extremely easy to pull off and afford- underwear-like fitted styles. This leg-baring feminine vibe to an outfit and is a fun way able. You may own these items already and look also comes in an array of fabrics as well. to instantly update your look. Not everyone can DIY your own denim look with patches Feeling sporty? You literally can go scuba suits floral pants, but these are my favourite or jewels. Stick to lighter washes of jeans or diving with some of the scuba-gear inspired floral-print item this spring. The mix of pat- mix and match various shades when doing shorts and one pieces. An everyday option is, tern on pants is an unexpected way of show- denim on denim. This look is a mixture of of course, the denim short or the khaki style ing off a spring season staple year after year, understated and casual, but is combined with in linen fabrics. Soft, flowy fabrics in cool but with a twist. the boldness of simple denim pieces. colours, such as blues and greens, make the casual short fancier. illustrations by melody morrissette What are you wearing?

Understanding why people your vintage vest or TNA hoodie first thing in the morning? express themselves through Now, this isn’t to say that brand names are neces- sarily bad, or that vintage is necessarily better — cur- the clothes they wear rently, hipster-inspired fashion is in full force — but The Uniter Fashion Streeter is an ongoing documentation of creative fashion in Winnipeg inspired by the when choosing the $100 sweatshirt over the $20 alter- Helsinki fashion blog www.hel-looks.com. Each issue will feature a new look from our city’s streets and bars native, is there a reason? And if so, what is it? in an attempt to encourage individual expression and celebrate that you are really, really good looking. Anne Donahue It’s hard to believe we’re all die-hard yoga aficio- The Cord nados or that we truly believe in American Apparel’s “Legalize L.A.” campaign. It seems more likely that some of us have bought WATERLOO (CUP) – Looking around the sea of jogging into the mottos middle-aged men in suits have orches- pants, athletic wear and other “student-uniform” en- trated in their Madison Avenue high rises. Regardless, sembles, you’re bound to see something that’s come to the seeds of self-reflection need to be planted: what are define our demographic: labels. we really trying to say? This is not meant in the capacity of “jock,” “hip- And it’s important to stress that our vintage-wear- ster,” “skater” or any other subculture (though I’m sure ing, non-label committing personalities are not to re- you see much of those as well), but in the way of name main unscathed. brands, logos and trademarks. As thrift finds and indie brands become more prev- We support them, we “love” them, we shell out alent, they’ve undoubtedly aligned themselves with a hundreds of dollars — but do we know why? We have specific “scene,” leaving the question: is it the clothes all been attracted to something based on what it repre- we’re drawn to or the status they bring? Or does vin- sents or who we’ve seen wearing it. tage continue to be an extension of art, with various Even the most independent and free-spirited think- pieces working to build a tapestry of originality? ers have found themselves dabbling in label-speak, It looks like there are more questions to ponder gravitating toward various companies as a result of when waking up for that early class. Regardless of how their spokespeople, or even a person in passing to we justify it, fashion is an extension of ourselves, and it whom they’ve given mental kudos. speaks volumes about who we are. But to be inspired is one thing, and to be a sheep Don’t deny it — even those who opt for comfort is another. Are we wearing what we wear because it’s over style are still saying something. “cool?” Or are we wearing what we wear because it’s an But the important thing is that instead of simply extension of our being? embracing a logo, a brand or a lack thereof, we should Are we yoga pants and headbands because that’s question why we’re embracing it and why it’s so impor- who we relate to, or are we skinny jeans and high tops tant to align ourselves with a specific subculture. because that’s what’s in? And if you can get dressed, go out and truly defend It’s easy for us to roll our eyes at such sentiments and your choices — whether it’s your UGG boots, your declare, “Whatever — I wear what I want,” but is that DC sweater or Value Village granny blouse — flaunt still a phrase that’s entirely relevant? Are we actually them with pride, nod in agreement with this article Lea and Ian wearing what we want or are we wearing what compa- and continue keeping it real. "Vintage photographs and nies tell us we want? rural Manitoba thrift store Sure, we can treasure inspire us." claim to be free thinkers (and most of us are), but to be inde- B pendent is to ritt a

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