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VOLUME XXXVI Issue 15 March , DC, UOIT Pretty in pink prepared to make room By Stephanie Foden room of the world, much like Aus- Chronicle Staff tralia where international educa- tion is their third largest industry. ntario’s road to building a “Quite clearly, education is the stronger economy leads key to being successful in eco- through the classroom, nomic competition over the world O in the future,” said Ron Bordessa, with plans being made to expand and improve education, and UOIT president and vice-chancellor of and Durham College are ready to UOIT. “The province has not yet follow through and take action. made any announcement on how Premier Dalton McGuinty an- these additional 20,000 student nounced Ontario’s strategy to in- will be distributed across the sys- crease the number of spaces at tem, but quite clearly the demand colleges and university by 20,000 of post-secondary space is mostly this year in last week’s Speech coming from the GTA. from the Throne. Many of those students who “I think more students are bet- constitute that increase in de- ter for the Ontario economy. The mand want to satisfy their needs participation rate of post-second- at institutions within the GTA. So ary education is increasing. That is it’s inevitable that UOIT will be our mandate at the college, to help called upon to play a significant increase post-secondary educa- roll in absorbing the increase in tion,” said Nevzat Gurmen, VP of demand.” Finance and CFO at Durham Col- Currently, UOIT has about lege. “We had a growth plan prior 6,500 students, and next Sep- to the announcement of this. We tember is expecting nearly 7,500. had some knowledge about the Bordessa said the campus is al- government intentions. We have a ready full, however moving a fac- plan to grow from 7,000 students ulty into a new building in down- to 10,000 students in five years.” town Oshawa will create more McGuinty told Ontarians spaces. about the government’s five-year To continue this growth both UOIT and Durham College will plan, called Open Ontario, which Photo by Cait Hoock hopes to increase attendance in need more faculty, student ser- post-secondary schools from 62 vices, parking lots and expansion to the current campus. DRESSED LIKE DOLLS: From left, Linda Dillon, Mary Smith and Maureen Green per cent to 70 per cent, as well as from the School of Applied Sciences and Technology, show off their wardrobe boosting international enrolment for breast cancer awareness day on March 10. by 50 per cent. FUTURE PAGES 2 and 3 The provincial government See Page 9 See wants to make Ontario a class- ‘Lovely, lovely man’ leaves $300,000 for scholarships his money went to something Electrical Workers. By Ryan Wallis meaningful,” said MaryLynn West- “The very first time I met him, Chronicle Staff Moynes, VP external relations for I’m not sure how old he would UOIT. “Now, that decision is go- have been then, but he was ap- Harold ‘Pat’ Dooley was a resi- ing to impact college and univer- proaching his eighties and was dent of Oshawa for 29 years, no as- sity students forever, because the a lovely, lovely man,” said West- tonishing feat really, except when money has been endowed and it Moynes . you consider he settled down here will be released on an annual ba- “I was very sad when he passed, when he was 74 years old after re- sis.” but for both the college and the tiring from Lasco Steel. In the hopes of creating a per- university it is great that his legacy What is even more remarkable manent endowment of $600,000 will continue by allowing students is that after Mr. Dooley died at the UOIT will apply to the Ontario to pursue their studies.” age of 103 this past November, he Trust for Student Support for Despite the fact Dooley never left a gift of $300,000 to UOIT and matching funds. married and had no children his Durham College students. Dooley led no ordinary life. At generosity will have a lasting im- As a result of his kindness, the the age of 12 he was one of many pact on countless youth who pass Photo by Ryan Wallis Harold ‘Pat’ Dooley Endowed orphans shipped overseas from through the halls of UOIT and A GENEROUS DONATION: Lori Connor, left, and Mary- Education Fund will be created to England to Canada. Durham College. Lynn West-Moynes hold a photo of Harold ‘Pat’ Dooley provide eligible students with fi- Once here, he worked across “He truly had decided that he when he made a donation to Durham College nearly 15 nancial assistance while pursuing the continent as an electrician, was going to make a difference in years ago. After his death in November, at 103, he left their post-secondary education. becoming a faithful member of somebody else’s life, and that is a $300,000 to Durham and UOIT for scholarships. “He wanted to make sure that the International Brotherhood of powerful story,” said Moynes. 2 The Chronicle March 16, 2010 CAMPUS NEWS Success for the Gala once again By Miranda Roach dor’s Alley. Chronicle Staff First-year DC Office Admin- istration student Lindsey Blon- ‘I Love Boobs’, ‘Think Pink’, din had trouble deciding which and ‘Save Our Boobs’ are well- shade of pink to buy. known sayings around campus. “They’re all great but I’m still These phrases appear on the searching,” said Blondin. Gala of Hope merchandise sold Some sizes sold out and the every year for the Power of Pink rush continued throughout the breast cancer awareness day in afternoon. The lanyards and March. onesies were popular purchas- Two locations were set up for es this year, which were also sales this year in Vendor’s Alley new additions to the Gala line. and the UA West Atrium. Items Gala member Joice Marshall for sale included T-shirts, tanks, was pleased that there were two sweaters, lip gloss, sunglasses, locations for sales instead of Photo by Cait Hoock lanyards and ‘I Love Boobs’ one. onesies for the little ones. “We were a little closer to the POSING FOR A CAUSE: Elaine Salmers (left) and Marie McEwan of the Health Care Events co-ordinator Betty entrance last year but it’s okay,” Learning Centre play dress-up at the photo booth venue for Power of Pink. Lea was selling on the UA side, said Marshall. “I’m glad we have where things were a little slow more space to put out more during the day. merchandise.” “It’s been okay,” said Lea. “It’s Although the next POP day starting to get a little busier.” is a year away, clothing can also By noon, there were line-ups be ordered online at www.the- Say pink and smile for boobs merchandise in Ven- galaofhope.com. By Cait Hoock “We have all kinds of pink stuff This was the first year the Ath- Chronicle Staff for them to dress up in if they want letic Centre showcased a photo to be silly,” said Karen Richards, booth. Looking silly for the camera web co-ordinator of the Athletic Aside from the main event, staff means supporting Power of Pink Centre. “I have a daughter, so most at the centre sold pink popcorn awareness. of the clothes came from old Hal- and raffle tickets for a pink Adidas From sunglasses, to wigs, to loween costumes.” sports bag full of goodies. even a pink tie for the men, the And there was an incentive to So far the centre has raised Athletic Centre featured a unique get a picture taken. nearly $300, and Richards was venue for the event. “We’re working with new tech- confident the photo booth would For just $2, staff and students nology, so when someone gets attract lots of people. could dress themselves head to their photo taken, they have the “We’re hoping to raise another toe in pink, and then step into the option of downloading it to show $200 today to bring our grand total photo booth for a quirky picture. to friends,” said Richards. to $500,” she said. Boobies hit big for POP breast cancer awareness day By Miranda Roach Chronicle Staff Get down, turn around, go to Photo by Miranda Roach town, Boot Scootin’ Boobies. The ladies from Hired Career DONATIONS FROM THE MORNING RUSH: First-year Services and Student Life went paramedic students Dan Storgato (front) and Ryan Kelly with a western-country theme help out with the Power of Pink toonie toll. for this year’s Power of Pink breast cancer awareness day. Delicious foods and nerf guns attracted a crowd in Vendor’s Al- ley. Hot dogs, popcorn, choco- Lend a helping boot late bars, root beer floats and duck shooting were available to By Miranda Roach Jenkins was impressed with dona- raise money for the day. Chronicle Staff tions collected that morning. Little pink ducks were lined “We’re hitting all our targets this up for supporters to fire away at Despite the chilly weather, the with the morning rush,” said Jen- and win prizes. Unfortunately, Power of Pink committee col- kins. “It’s been busy, it’s great.” sponge darts fly fast, and knock- lected donations from tea and cof- Two first-year paramedic stu- ing them down was harder than fee drinkers at the toonie toll for dents, Dan Storgato and Ryan it looked. its breast cancer awareness day Kelly, helped out, sporting a pink Student Development co- March 10.