Light shines on for Beacon proj ect

Excellence on campus to further Joint project develop commercialiy-ation of aca- demic research in automotive Sports Hall of Famer design and engineering. to go as "Designing cars tliat people will want to rush out and liny, tliat's what Deacon is all about," said planned, Polonsky. General Motors Ltd announced on Nov. 21 tliat it would be closing GM nine plants in North America, including plant No. 2 in Oshawa. VVitli (lie closure of both plants workers not 3,000 jobs will be lost over the next three years. The announcement comes after a poor showing for GM so fortunate in tlie first three quarters of (lie year in the automotive sector. Core Nortli American operations liave By Lee Thibideau lost $1.0 billion (his year and the Chronicle Staff company, which once liad a stronghold on (lie North American The light will shine on for market, only holds 2(i per cent of IJOl'l "s Beacon proJLTt despite (lie sales, an DO-year low. aiiiiouncenieiil from General Tlie news was a shock lo many Motors l.ttl. that it will I)L- closing as Osliawa's No. 2 plant is a pre- Oshawii plant No. 2 by 200H. mier operations facility, winning "A lotal yes," said H01T anil llie Gold 1'lant Quality Award lor Durham College president (iary (lie second time back in May, bin I'olonsky when asked whether llie all is not doom and gloom, as there S'2.5 billion project will eontinne. is still lliree years before tlie actual "All three (Ontario, GM C:anada, closing of (lie plant and inucli can and IJOl'l') liave been unaninions, change until that lime. tliat llie answer is Beacon will pre- "We're fighting to keep tlie pl.int vail because it is fundamental to open," said Canadian AUK) keep llie auto Industry strong in Workers president Bu/./. I largrove. O.itario," "I talked to Prime Minister Martin The Beacon project, announced and David Hmcrson (Minister of I'liolo by Andrew Mooic in October, is tlie largest and most Industry) yesterday and told them THANK YOU DC: O'Neil Brown, one of the two newest members of the Durham comprehensive automotive invest- they need to use tlieir leverage College Sports Hall of Fame, delivers his acceptance speech. ment in Canadian history. The pro- lierc." ject Is a partnership between IJOl'l', GM Canada and tlie Ontario gov- See Fighting ernment and consists of building an Automotive Centre of page 3 Hall of Fame honours Marchut marches former D C stars into the record books sports By Lisa Power bench, Nemisli told her to guard (lie water bottles By Matty James Chronicle Staff and said to her, "If anybody takes them, you tackle Chronicle Staff them!" Brown was asked to Join liabcock next, along Stan Marchut, head coach of (lie Stormy weather didn't stop (lie two newest with varsity soccer coacli Tony Laferrara. Brown Durliam Lords women's volleyball members to (lie Durham College Sports Hall of began by thanking DC; for helping him to grow as a team, gut his 300th career victory l-'amc from getting their bling on at tlie 10th anniver- person and lielping him facilitate life skills. on Nov. 10 against tlie Georgian sary of tlie Sports Hall of Fame Inductee ceremony Before lie accepted tlie award, lie invited his wife, Grizzlies, making him (lie win- on Nov. 10. Natasha Brown, also a former DC; soccer player to ningcst coacli in OCAA woman's Samantlia Langford and O'Neil accept it with him. volleyball history and Durham Brown were honoured at tlie first Nemisli said tlie niglit was Lords varsity history. "Longevity, inductee ceremony to be held This does not more intimate than tlie Athletic that's what it is, longevity," said separately from the Athletic Banquet, and there was better Marchut. Although he lauglis Banquet, where (lie theme of the happen in any other opportunity for socializing and about his longevity now, lie's night was bling - bling represent- a mingling. He said more former thankful and knows how lucky lie ing tlie trophies and medals DC college. You are athletes and coaclies came to (lie is to be able to. lias achieved over the years, LiniC]UG bunch of event. "I think it's better tills way." In April 2005 Marchut suffered according to Karen Richards;'"- »»p/ir»|p Becky Tranter, assistant volley- a stroke and was hospitalized. director of tlie planning commit- P0-1'?1*" 7 ball coach and a member of the Fortunately he lias made more of a tee. planning committee, said it's bet- recovery than most victims of Dr. Gary Polonsky, president of Gary Polonsky ter to have (lie events separate stroke, but admits his spcccli has- DC and UOIT, welcomed the since they represent two different n't fully recovered. Marchut had Photo by Al Fournier inductees, alumni and guests and spoke of tlie large clientele current athletes at the Athletic Banquet been receiving speech therapy MR. 300: Volleyball numbers of gold and silver medals DC lias received and former athletes at (lie induction ceremony. from May through October. coach Stan Marchut over (lie years. "This does not happen in any oilier A magician and DC alumni Eric Annan, graduate But Mr. 300 is back on tlie got his 300th victory college," lie said, "You arc a unique bunch of peo- of Public Relations, performed card tricks while proverbial horse and will continue Nov. 10. ple." Director of Athletics, Ken Babcock, conducted people enjoyed mingling and liors d'ouevres and Ills assault on (lie record books. In tlie actual ceremony for l.aiigford aiid Brown. cocktails, The turnout was great and everyone his 22nd year as head coacli, Marchut doesn't remember his Langford was recognized first, witli I'aslball coach seemed to be looking forward to meeting again next Milrclint already lias a collection of first win, but lie does remember jini Numisli and volleyball coach Stan Marclmt year. records: seven-time OCAA coacli the reinstatement of the program inviled lo join Babcock and l.aiigford at llie front of of llie year, I'l consecutive years in 1911'! and'1)5. .' llie room. l.aiigford thanked llie selection commit- See more Hall of Fame (|ii;ililyii)g for llie OCAA chiiinpi- tee, her coaches, teammates and her family and told onsliips, and only once missing tlie See Mr. 300 a story of one oflier favourite memories otplaying information on page 35 playofl's in 20 years. I'astball lor Nemisli, Slie said when slie was on the 1 laving coached 20-plus years, page 37 ^.J^y *"’- - »"«- ^ dedi- the campus gym on Nov. 21 in The speakers brought tears to cation portion outside tlic entrance memory of Robert Anderson, a pro- many students, staff, friends and to (lie Justice Wing, also known as fessor in the Scliool of Justice. family ofAiKlrrson. Speeder's outside ofllcc. Andersen, more commonly Thr retired sergeant spent 25 In about four weeks, a plaque known as "Spmicr", died of'rancor years with the Toronto Police' will I)L" posted on (lie wall in memo- tit lii.s Port Perry lirnie on July 25. SrrvifL' lu'lbiT teaching Police ry of him. 1 Ie is missed by partner The service, led by DC professor Poimilations courses al Durham Corrine Claxtoii, motlier lileanor CHAMPION OF STUDENTS: A memorial service for Charles MrAfee, began with AukI Collide in I1)1).1). aiiil sister Margret, and two chil- Robert Anderson on Nov. 21 in the gym had Durham L.ing Svne played on the bagpipes His nickname raine 1'roin tlio dren anil two slepL-liiklren. College students and staff in tears. THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 3 CAMPUS NEWS Cro s sing through the p ortal By Mark Kalinski Chronicle Staff______Robinson and college and universi- rock is polished orck'aned. ty President (iary 1'olonsky before "They use tlie same kind of lime- If you've been walking along the work was begun in early stone at tlir Ottawa International paths behind the now residence September. Airport." building lately you miiy have "Tlie idea was to have two difler- 1 [e said (lie water drop at (lie top noticed ;> sculpture with three large ent doorways or portals. On the of llie sculpture signifies llie impor- pillars slowly being l)iiil( up over the north side is llie doorway for tlie tance of water and keeping tlie envi- last two monllis. college and tlie south opening is for ronment clean and that a bench Artist-in-residence ;iii(l scnl|)lor tlie university." overlooking (lie pond beside resi- Doug Kohinson has been working 'I'lic till! pilliirs feature carved dence would he installed after all on the sculpture since September. reliefs of several detailed intertwin- work is complete. Kobinsoii s.ikl tlic sciil[)liirr is ing branches, a six-sided, 12-scction I Ie was in tlie process of sanding designed ;is ii |)orl;il between the lift taken from a microscope, a and polisliing tlie shaqi corners on college and university ;iiul is ;i cross water droplet and a sun facing tlie pillars when tlie dust-covered between archilrclure and sculpture where (lie sun rises. sculptor explained lliat once tlie something unique to the college. Robinson said lie liopes to avoid structure is done trees and a nearby "'1'liis may he one tlie only works more cold weather and expects to path will be moved to clear a view of of its kind in contemporary limes. l)e done in early December. "Well the pond. Robinson said he lias lots Ciilelph lias a marhie commons it's getting then; slowly but surely. I of work to go before lie Is finished where tlicy give students their just liope its done in December with (lie project. di|)lomas on conimencenient Inn before it gels any colder outside." "1 still have to clean it up, bevel Photo by Miiik Kalinski lllis might he llie only work of ils Robinson, Who normally works (lie (op so rain will fall to the sides, A PILLAR OF UNITY: The idea behind the new sculp- kind in tlie couiilry." with Italian marble, said he chose to .ind 1 want to make (lie water drop South The sculpture, made of lime- use limestone because of tlie con- on top a bit shinier. I want to make it ture found behind Village Residence is to join stone, was first discussed hy trasts in colour dial occur when the gleam a bit." DC and UOIT. Celebrate diversity UOIT fasting-growing on tlie committee's objectives and events that two New on will hopefully start taking place next semester. university years running group The diversity committee is about respect, By Carly Jackson undergraduate and graduate programs to responsibility, promotion and celebration. Chronicle Staff be added to tlie already substantial list of During the assembly students intending iiCiKlciTlic programs. And with ii 21 pur campus brings were able to post questions and comments to Ontario's newest university is gaining cent increase from last year, UOlT's enrol- (lie committee. One idea was to put a mission popularity, and at record speed. Tlie ment success is anticipated to continue in for statement on all course outlines that would be University of Ontario Institute of future years. respect read at tlie beginning of each course by pro- Technology is llie province's fastest grow- "We expect UOIT to continue to grow to fessors. ing university for (lie second consecutive its planned eiirolineiil of about (j,50() by different cultures Pitcher says '.hat witliin the next month year. 2010," said Richard Levin, Strategic they are hoping to send out a calendar witli all (JOIT's enrolment lias now grown to Hnrolment Management vice-president, By Hollie Wick (lie upcoming events. Uy next year lie would over 3,000 students, with more than 1,-10() Office of tlie Registrar at tlie university. into tlie this Levin attributed llie present and antici- Chronicle Staff like to sec a calendar built directly first-year students registered year. handbook witli llie diversity statement as well Offering more than 30 degree programs pated growlli to tliree main factors. ' ' ">l ' ' '. , . " .' <;. ’" « ' Diversity Committee. ""' """'"~ '<"*"" Show '"''" "" popular choice for many students. ^ graiiiiiiing," lie explained. Tlie university On Nov. 22 the new committee, whicli con- This event is focused on bringing cultures Tlie university lias incorporated new continues to add new programs as well, sists of four students, Hvan Mullcr-Cheng, together. Students at this event will have tlie programs into its academic list, including with a future emphasis to be put on gradu- Nalieed Dosani, laclyn '1'. Sail Antonio and ability to Find out information and participate Forensic Science, Health Sciences, ate programs, lie said. Lisa }, Culbert, and director of student rights in oilier cultural activities such as belly danc- Automotive Hngineering, Hiectrical "Our market share continues to grow as and responsibilities Gary Pitcher, sliowed a ing. Engineering and Master of Information prospective students become more aware brief slide show presentation in D2M. The Interested students can get involved by Technology Security program, and is in of UOIT and our positive reputation slide show presented to a small group of participating in the events or check out die process of developing additional spreads," Levin added. Durham and UOIT students gave information www.ouriioit.ca. Fighting to keep GM plant open Continued from page 1 By Lee Thibideau Chronicle Staff It is also expected dial there will General Motors Highs and Lows for bettJprge'ntirnnyr-pf workers wlio Tfenough seniority to allow Students don't need to worry |Uo accept 'early retirement 2005 about tlieir part-time jobs at ^^aidHargrove. Osliawa's GM plant for (lie upcom- fAqn^fackenzie, a public rela- May 18: Oshawa plant No. 2 takes Nov. 2: Market share falls to 26 per ing summer, but may need to con- tibn^sp^Sialist for GM Canada, Gold Plant Quality Award, ranking it cent in North America, an 80-year sider other options in two years. also exp'epted most layoffs would With the closure of plant No. 2 in be: employees accepting early highest in North and South America, low 200B and the loss of the tliird shift retirement packages. "We feel con- while plant No. 1 takes Silver Award. in plant No. 1, many students fear fident tliat the majority (of work- Nov. 16: GM shares fall-to an 18-year they will not be liircd on for tlie ers) will be retirees," said 2006 summer, a job tliat most stu- Mackenzie. Oct 1: North Americanjoperations low @ $21.29 per share dents rely on to pay their tuition Mackenzie also insisted that ^have net loss'of $4;8?b|llio^ in first bills. GM Canada is not finished with tlie Nov. 21: GM Canada announces clo- "It's going to be business as No. 1-rated plant in the western ; three quarters usual in tlic near term," said Adria hemisphere, that GM Canada ^ sure of plant No. 2 in Oshawa by Mackenzie, a public relations spe- intends to invest $400 million in October 20: Beacon Project 2008 and cancels third shift at plant cialist for GM Canada. "But it's too plant No. 2 in Osliawa as well as the far away to speculate whether it will plant in St. Catliarincs so (hey are announced " $2.5 billion investment No. 1 - total of 3,000 jobs lost in affect students beyond 2008," ready once new models become iriiOntario's automotive sector. Joint Canada; 30,000 in North America. Students can expect to be hired avallablc."We'rc working to get a effort with UOIT and Ontario govern- back for tlieir temporary full-time new product in there," said positions in June, but students Mackenzie. "We arc continuing to ment Compiled by Leo Thibideau applying for tlie first time can invest in the plants witli tlie $2.5 expect difficulties finding a spot billion for tlie Beacon project." due to (lie overwhelming amount fyfft.'^'x^^Uw' 'SffM.^^V^Sy'fs^^^ii^-^w'^ of applicants. 4 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 TO CONTACT US MOLE WE'RE IN ROOM L223. OUR PHONE NUMBER IS: 721-3068 (Ext 30681 PUBLISHER: Robin Pereira EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Gerald Rose OUR 5-IV1AIL ADDRESS IS: AD MANAGER: BillMerriott [email protected] O ntarians dying for health care Gov't. has plan to reduce wait via website

Decreasing wait times for licaltli care services in Ontario is a dream come true for those in line. What docs (Ills mean for llic people of Ontario, anil how will tlie govern- ment put these actions into effect? This year Mount Sinai Hospital jn Toronio had wait limes for breast cancer surgery at 2;( days. Ninety per rent of (lie Mirgerie.s scheduled are completed williin :)(i days. Tlie rest of the patients liad to wait longer. The Ontario government lias a plan to reduce wait limes and increase major health services, but liow long will tills lake to change? Tlie Supreme Courl of Canada lias already told (lie provinces about working towards their goal in a limcly manner or lie prepared for tliose willing to I'lglil for private care, because of (lie long wail limes. The Ontario government released a new website recently detailing information about wait times for cancer surgeries, cardiac and cataract surgeries, joint >««Y^im WI^^Hf"^* tnese services and th(lie numberiber ofol procedures completed in July. Residents of Ontario can find out how long they might expect to wait for a certain treatment. By December 2006, this system is to be set up in approximately 50 Ontario hospitals. It is meant to help people make informed clioices, like whether or not to wait, or find another hospital that will liave a shorter wait time. When does someone's health, George Smitherman, Ontario .watchful eye on the progress of patients. health care. Ironically only time will and the fact that their situation Minister of Healdi and Long-Term decreasing wait times, it is hoped Strategic funding is planned for tell. could worsen within this time come Care, announced the wait time that action will be taken that will more MRI and CT scanners, as well There arc wait times, however, into play? Perliaps tilis is tlie gov- strategy last November. Besides encourage hospitals to fulfill the as tests, treatments and surgeries, because there is such a need for ernment's way of fixing that prob- tills action, notliing has been done requirement of shorter wait times. giving hospitals adequate access to these services. So will these new lem. As tlicre are many different to make sure patients are treated in Up-to-date resources such as theses machines, which will help wait times be adjusted to meet the types of cancer, it can be difficult to a timely manner. Tlie wait time new MRI machines, will be needed reduce wait times. needs of first stage cancer patients, determine a wait time. But we strategy is a great idea from to speed along tlie long lines of wait There is no way to tell how long so they can eliminate tlie problem,

sliould expect treatment when tlie Smithcnnan, and lias been a long times. Without the latest technolo- tilis particular strategy will take to or will it be too litde too late? problem arises, not a month or two time coming, gy, it will be difficult to supply the be successful, but if it works, the later. Witli the government keeping a best treatments and care to people of Ontario will receive better By K/ystaf Rosien

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Kristan Pare nts b rawl fo r toys Billing (lie classic Cabbage I'alcli Dolls in either buried at tlie back of some (lie defenses, waiting for die attack. the early '«()s. closet somewhere, or donated to New parents are nervously twitch- Is the race I can't help but wonder where some organi/ation. ing every lime they go to Safe drug llie veterans are from those scuf- Chances are, if someone was in Toys'Il'Us, or their children make a lles? When I was born in '();l my llie first wave scramble to get tlie demand for a toy. Could this toy to that parents managed to get their liollest toy for dial season, they l)e The Big One? Could it spell houses can get have scars somewhere. Was it their doom? worth it? Was it worth seeing their Tlie new X-Box :)(i0 Is out. Of child's initial joy and excitement course supply isn't meeting hot Xmas Jessica over receiving dial precious gift? demand. Could a wrestling ring help fight l.ittle Timmy never needs to open outside (lie Osliawa Centre KI'mkcnbcrg know tliat Mommy got (lie Yu-Gi- so parents can light for (lie coveted worth Oli I.ife.si/.e Doll, not because slie console? addiction toy waited in line, but because slie On Dec. 2(» liorror stories will llirew tlie meanest left liook in (lie begin to emerge when parents The City of Toronto lias a the effort? liands on a Cabbage Patch Doll for store. gather round the dinner lal)les and decision to make. jny I1rsl C.liristnias. I was just a janey can remain innocent to living rooms late at night. And in A new report recommends baby and obviously couldn't expe- (lie fact tliat tlie new Barbie tliat hushed voices they will reveal to that Toronto implement a new rience any joy over llie gift, but did lier fatlier got lier was bought well wlial level they were willing to go drug strategy plan. What seems Tickle Me Himo, l-'tirby, my mother have to wrestle a friend over and above the market price in order to ensure lliat perfect to l)e causing llie controversy is Cabbage I'iitcli Dolls. They are to tlie floor in order to get tlie doll? on eBay. A fren/ied bidding war Christmas morning for their chil- the recommendation that just a few naiiies that can strike ter- Did my father have to do tlie 100- ensued, and lie lost sleep just so lie dren. would allow addicts a safe place ror into tlie hearts of parents at tills melre-dasli against oilier falliers in could make certain no one outbid Sleeves will be rolled up so tliat to inhale or inject tlieir crack. time of year. order to be tlie first to the display? him. otiier parents can bear witness to Whatever sliall wo do? Hvery lioliclay season there's And for what? The original Witli Christmas fast approach- tlieir scars. Do we supply crack pipes one hot holiday Bill tliat every little Cabbage Patch Dolls are consid- ing tensions are beginning to build. And already training to ensure and sterile equipment to die boy anil girl wants. In 199(1 it was ered collectors' items now. Hut Veterans are shoring themselves supremacy for Christmas 200d lias users in Toronto, or do leave Tickle Me liimo, Purby in 2001 and Tickle Me P.imo? Furby? They're up in llieir safe homes, building up begun. tliese people to fall through the cracks, spreading liepalitis and fear? Call me a cynic, but dlis drug problem will not disappear and No love for the frosty season the problem is only getting worse. A recent study of needle I don't like winter and it's riglit around die tliat people arc under. Many have to clear tlieir atures. e.vcliange clients dclerniined 70 corner. On Dec, 21, tills winter will start olfi- driveways and sidewalks, in order to move There's more. Salt is used to prevent roads per cent of injection drug users cial'y. Some people may actually be looking tlieir car, provide parking for otiier.s, or just I'roin being slippery. This salt can corrode cars in Toronto were injecting crack, forward to llie change. Sure, winter activities avoid walking in snow banks. and results in extra costs for municipalities. not heroin. A survey recently such as snowmobiling, tobogganing and mak- I-'or certain individuals, tlii.s rigorous activi- Hquipment becomes damaged and roadside determiiied approximately dO ing snow angels can be I'uii, ty can be dangerous and trees are injured. per cent of youth surveyed feel lint take into consideration even fatal. According to tlie The heat that summer brings is easier to unsafe in llieir neighborhoods all ihe negative aspects. CBC, winter storms and endure. Using fans and leaving windows open because oldrugs. There is no enjoyment in Mark excessive cold claim more is often enough to ventilate rooms and keep Critics of this plan are claim- having to bundle up. If stu- -, than 100 lives every year in diem at a bearable temperature. In winter, ing tliat by supplying addicts dents plan on walking to Arike Canada. Heart attacks everything lias to be closed tightly to keep tlie witli die clean equipment and campus, they must don caused by shovelling are die lieat in. space for tlieir drugs, we are enough clothing to protect most common of these fatal- Cold temperatures also tend to keep peo- encouraging tlieir bad habit and themselves from tlie frigid ities. A rapid rise in heart rate ple indoors. On many occasions children will in the process creating more temperatures. Hals, and blood pressure occurs resulting in a great find themselves witli nothing to do when crack habits to teed. scarves, boots and gloves are some of die deal of strain placed on the heart. Since most school is cancelled because of die weatlier, But who is easier to lielp, die essentials that students will need if they plan people participate in less physical activity dur- leaving parents with an added frustration. drug addict, liigli somewhere in on staying warm and comfortable. On certain ing winter, a sudden increase of physical activ- Living in this country means tliat cold win- the city, or die addict about to days, temperatures drop low enough tliat die ity by shovelling can spell trouble, ters are inevitable. Canada is great, but it get liigli among nurses in a con- risk of frostbite is increased. So, although they More accidents also add to the heartache would be nice if winter wasn't so long and trolled environineni? may not like the outfit they are wearing, there that this season brings. Slush on the roads dreadful. It causes icicles to form on my nose, Conn. Kyle Hae said in an is no choice but to put it on. combined witli black ice result in many colli- makes me shiver and days seem like they are interview recently dial this plan When the snow begins to pile up, shovels sions. Vehicles get stuck in (lie snow and never going to end. Bottom line is, winter provides die opportunity for come out. This increases (lie amount of stress many won't even start because of the temper- sucks. outreach a chance for addicts to getoutofthatlifesiyle. Somewhere along die way tliese people were knocked off course and most will stay tliere unless tlie government can step in using a unique method. s addicts B ad landlord, big et-b ack Pulting drug through die legal system does not work. When looking to rent a house, renovated the place in die sum- were forced to endure some swel- Recently, we look an entire day Don't get me wrong, I firmly choose carefully, and don't let mer. tering days in early September. to clean it. One of my roommates believe in owning up to mis- perks like the location overshadow The landlord arranged for our When 1 mentioned to tlie landlord suffered a minor head injury when takes and paying for bad deci- an important factor: the landlord. cable and Internet to be hooked dial our air conditioning and lieat a piece of metal fell on liini as lie sions, but sending an emotion- A good landlord is someone up. We had to wait two weeks. In weren't working, lie didn't seem to attempted to organize die debris. ally and mentally-scarred wlio should have die house in our schooling, we require the believe me. Then we tested it and The landlord says because it was addict to prison where drugs working order before die tenants Internet for research and to help us he saw tliat it wasn't. 1 Ie seemed die contractors' mess, they sliould are easier to find than a bar of move in and is able to keep all tlie surprised, however, lie never once have cleaned it up. He sliould have soap seems a bit absurd. necessities functioning until they offered an explanation of wliat made them clean it up. Of course this kind of pro- leave. would he done to fix die problem. Students moving into off-cam- gram comes at a price and tax- Unfortunately, my roommates Now (lie cold weatlier lias arrived pus housing should be sizing up payers will most likely foot the and 1 were not lucky enough to be and we arc worried about having tlieir landlords before making a bill. Right now we are (laying bil- blessed witli this kind of person. heat for tlie winter. The landlord deal. Ask questions and find out lions per year on law enforce- We moved in to find tliat the lias told us he will get someone in exactly wlial die landlord will be ment, medical bills and suffer- cable and Internet liad not yet to fix it, but we still don't know prepared to provide to make sure ing because of die crime. been hooked up as we liad agreed when tliat will happen the accommodations meet expec- Why not take tliat money to in (lie summer. The air condi- setup interviews. Tlie Internet and Perhaps die most insulting tations, People stumbling in blind, and focus on helping these peo- tioning and lieat were not working cable sliould have been ready for move of all is (lie way our landlord sliouldn't be surprised if landlords ple heal, instead temporarily trash, necessities die - they still aren't. And perhaps us because we were told tliat It has left us witli all of Ills Our fail to provide certain bandaging problem. most disconcerting, was tlie trasli would be. All it would liave taken large garage was packed witli clut- or live up to their side of a deal. So Toronto council has a filling die garage; mostly building was a phone call two weeks prior ter, some of it dangerous, boards Keep informed. Some landlords decision to make, and hopefully materials and empty beer bottles to our moving in. witli nails in them. broken glass will take advantage of a young stu- its members will make die right left by die contractors who liad With no air conditioning, we and large pieces of metal. dent's inexperience. one. Pre-fire program prepares future heroes lege) have to have tliat endorsement." qualified people, said Newman. Most students moan and groan about just By Lee Thibideau There are 11 colleges in Ontario tliat offer With Osliawa liiring on an average of 10 having to sit through 1 (1 hours of class a week, Chronicle Staff a pre-fire service program dial provides stu- per cent of applicants, although it is not so why would anyone bother putting up widi dents witli llie knowledge and practical skills mandatory, it is recommended and almost almost 100 hours a week of in-class training needed to improve tlieir chances to have a crucial for someone applying to have taken a and off-campus observation, not to mention It's direr a.m. Christmas morning and career as a lire fighter. prc-fire service course. tliat all students take pan in volunteer ser- you're nestled peacefully in ;> warm comfy "We've always been oversubscribed since Durham College's course offers fire behav- vices during fire prevention week in Osliawa, bed witli dreams of sugarplums dancing in day 0111'," said Murdock, noting that (lie pro- iour training, emergency patient care, ground fire safety day in Clarington and Oakvillc, as your head. Moment's later alarms are sound- gram only accepts -15 full-time students a operations (becoming familiar witli and well as finding time to raise money for (lie ed and you have only precious seconds lo be year and has a total of 13d students including knowing how to operate all equipment), Terry Fox Run and Camp Bucko (a kids camp snileil ii|) in nre relartliint gear and on ;i part-timers. communications training, a placement pro- for burn victims). IH.OOO-pound nre (ruck (hat will race .u'ross Con' Deveieaux. 29, was one such student gram, and on-site simulations involving con- "I'd die working behind a desk every (lie cilv to .111 apartment nre started hy a dried when lie took tlie program back in l1)1)')- trolled fires. day... I wanted something dial's exciting and out Christmas tree and some faulty wiring 2()()(). 1 le's l)een working for Osbawa's fire "We do live burns, car fires, and search and different every day," said prc-fire service stu- Smoke billows out oftlie live-story apartment department, at station one off Adelaide street rescue into burning buildings," "Most (simu- dent Aaron Merlin. "It's a really expensive as screams can lit' lieard froin within llic tow- west, for llie past two years. lations) occur during the second semester," program, but I like it." ering inferno. Once lie graduated it look a number of said Murdock. "We also do scenarios with tlie "I was looking for a career change...and 1 You pull an oxygen mask over your face years before lie was hired by tlie city, as is (lie paramedic students where they'll do an feel tliat tills is something exciting and differ- and strap tlic 15-pound tank to your back as trend for most graduates due to the ovcr- extraction of victims from cars." ent from (lie every day," said Richard Szlotta you race into (lie building while olliers nil) wheh.ing amount of applicants each year. All simulations occur at an off-campus fire another prc-fire service student. screaming out. "I was actively applying everywhere. Tlic training facility located in Osliawa off Although Devcreaux had to wait a few Tills is the life of ;i fire fighter, dedicated more you know tlic better, but it ((hiding a Wentwortli Street East. "It's (lie only fire years before being hired on to a department men and women who every day wait tlic call job) just takes sonic lime," said Devcrcaux. training facility in Durham Region...all nre he didn't liave to wait long to experience his to save not only lives, bin also do tlieir best to It is expected (hat tlic number of applica- departments utilize it as well as tlic school," first fire call. Tliat came during Ills first week save valued possessions. tions received will increase tills year as said Murdock. of work. For nine years Durham College lias Osliawa plans to start tlie process of hiring All of (lie training seems very exciting and "I was nervous for sure, but you're witli a offered a prc-fire service course, preparing more fire lighters tills month. sparks interest in many people, but die work- buncli of great guys wlio know you're new future fire fighters for (lie challenges thai this "We will be starting recruitment next load isn't all fun and games. Tlic course and they really liclp you out," lie said. Iicrolc career encounters. week... an ad will he posted on our websitc," entails an average of 22 hours of in-class Devcrcaux enjoyed his time at Durham "Our program is set up in conjunction witli said Deputy Fire Cliicf Hick Newman. "Out teachings and 56 hours of niglit shifts at tlic College and is thankful (hat lie received (lie tlic (Ontario) Association of Fire Cliicl's and of, say, a thousand applications about maybe Clarington fire liall, for observation, a week. training that led him to where lie Is today. the Office of tlic Fire Marshal," said Don 100 people will liave Interviews." "I'd say we're jamming two years of school "It's a great program. 1 would recommend it Murdock, program co-ordinator. "You (a col- Tlie department will only liirc die most into one," explained Murdock. to anyone."

FIGHTING FIRES: Durham is one of 11 colleges in Ontario that offers a pre-fire service course. Students put in over 100 hours a week, includ- ing in-class training and off-campus observation combined with volunteering duties during various fire safety events. Preparing for exams essential for success class, dial's not (lie end of class," "Students think if (lie teacher your facts, says Trotter. could mean only reading your By Lindsay Moore says Trotter. Reviewing your doesn't assign something from tlic Using cue cards for equations notes for 20 minutes at a time. Chronicle Staff notes is essential to retain infor- textbook, it's not important," says or terminology is an excellent way Most people only absorb informa- mation. Trotter encourages tlie Trotter. This is not always me to quiz yourself and remember a tion for 20 minutes before their Cornell system of note taking for case. Remember that anything on lot of information. Cue cards are brain "shuts off," says Trotter. Exam time can be stressful for some students. In this form of note the course outline is fair game for small and you can use them any- You could read for 20 minutes, the best of us. When studying time taking, a wide margin is left on the the exam. Look at your course where, says Trotter. While you're then take a break and come back comes around and that seemingly side of your page so later you can outlines and make sure you're not waiting for a bus or waiting for a to it next time you have a chance. endless pile of work is haunting go back and summarize your forgetting something. class to start, it's not tough to pull But make sure you start from dif- you, it's hard to keep up and keep notes with key words and terms. There arc different ways to out some cards and glance at ferent sections of the notes each organized. But if you know how to Then at the end of the semester, review notes. Many students find them. time, to ensure you cover all tlie stay up id date with your notes, you can use (he summary to that reading their notes out loud, You could also try colour cod- material. reading and reviewing can be a lot remember the information on (lie whether to themselves or a friend, ing your cue cards for each class, Finally, try to turn off that pan- easier. Here are some of the tilings note, and reinforce the ideas. helps them to retain tlie informa- and using same coloured writing icking part of your brain that's say- you should know about exam As boring as some textbooks tion because they spend more tools and binders to keep your ing "I don't know anything," says preparation. can be, it's important to read time on each word, says Trotter. thoughts organized. Trotter. Preparing for an exam should through lessons in the text thor- You could try alternating read- Sonic students set the Informa- Students who haven't done start on the first day of class, says oughly before the lecture, says ing paragraphs out loud with a tion they need to remember to a well on past tests often panic and Wendy Trotter, Learning skills Trotter. friend, or recording yourself read- familiar tune, and as they remem- say "I don't know anything," but advisor. Tills will lielp you to retain ing the notes and playing it back to ber the tune (lie information tliey'vc received some marks, so Tlie first way you can avoid an information because even (lie lec- yourself. comes back witli it, says Trotter. they do know something, slic says. end ofthe semester work overload ture will be like reviewing the Not all notes arc taken perfect- "Whatever lielps you to remem- Encourage yourself by saying"! is by keeping the exam in mind material. In addition (his will help ly. Sometimes when you're hur- ber," she says. do know some stuff," and build on when you go to class and take you take better notes because riedly writing something down, Sometimes it's too late to avoid wliat you know from there. notes, and when you're doing you'll already have sonic under- (lie information c;in be inaccurate. cniiiiming, so it lias to be done. If It just may be the trick tliat gets homework. standing of wliat (lie professor is Again, tills is wliy you sliould read you're going to cram, make sure you a great mark on your next "When you walk out ot the talking aliout. through tlic textbook and check you do it effectively, slie says. Tills exam. . THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 7 NEWS BAM is back raising money

real world experience. The clul) is a Business students run this club plete tliree they have completed Ilicli Navarro, third year Marketing Marketing iion-prolit organization made up of and every year a new generation of tlieir first fundraiser already, a bake Student and liead of Promotions for second and third year business stu- business students volunteer to run sale. They raised over S300 in BAM. dents, wlio work togellier to put on tlie clul). This year's president is approximately three and a half H.P. Taylor's will lie opening its group runs fundraisers to raise money for mar- Nigel Ireland, a third year Business hours. doors at 9 p.m. Tickets are S3 in keting events. The major events Administration Marketing student. With Christmas around the cor- ;i(lv;ince at (lie (tick shop .ind $5 at BAM raises money for are OCM(; It's his jol) to set up meetings, make ner what better way to kick it off llie door. fundraisers (Ontario College Marketing sure important topics are dis- (lien BAM's Naughty Noel Night, "I tliink lliat Nauglity Noel Niglit Competition) and DCMC (Durham cussed, recruit younger students to tlieir second event of (lie year. The will be a liuge success because we College Marketing Competition). join and lielp run tlie clul) as well as event will be held Thursday, Dec. 1. have put more effort into it over last to raise The College Marketing prepare them to take it over (lie fol- Wear a naughty Christmas outfit year's event. We have better spon- Competition's are much like (lie lowing year. This recruitment job is and if it's (lie best, it will win you a sors and our overall BAM team Is show The Apprentice. Business on going, as tlie club Invites new pri/e. Harly in (lie night one of (lie veryslrongwilh creative ideas," said money people from tile surrounding area business student all year long. Tlie highlights will be Stephanie Turner, Sliauna Crilcliley, lliird year act as tlie judges. The students wlio president lias to lie at die weekly owner and teacher of Cheeky Girls Marketing Student and liead of have pro-made tlieir own marketing meeting and make sure (lie stu- studio, and licr pole. She will be Public Relations for BAM. for events groups come to (lie competition, dents In BAM co-operate. They are allowing guys and girls to come up Last year's BAM pub raised over wliere they present a marketing also In charge of making sure lliat and try out a trick or (wo. BAM lias $1,()()() and lliat money was put By Ashley Austin plan for a product. Tlie groups of everything for (lie fundraisers is also outsourced its Dl for the directly towards (lie marketing Chronicle Staff students compete against each prepared properly and run smooth- evening and lias brought in Mobile competitions. If all goes well at oilier to have tlie best marketing Productions featuring D) MP and Nauglity Noel Niglit (lien die club plan in (lie eyes of tlie judges. Although Ihc point of the clul) is D) Lynx. plans to hold another pub night for HAM!! During OCMC tliere are other to raise money for students to There are a few competitions tlieir third and nnal fundraiser of This Is not ;i clever pop tart com- events as well such as Quiz Bowl attend events tliat exercise real tliat will be going on, one being best llie school year. mercial; it is tlie name of one oftlic wliere (lie sludeiits are quizzed on world experiences, being in (lie naughty costume and anotlier "BAM is always looking for new many student-operated clubs at tlieir marketing knowledge. These BAM club allows students to utilize being (lie best nauglity dance. The recruits. Business students wlio Durham College. events allow tlie students to net- these skills as well. prize packs are filled witli great thinks they have something they BAM stands for Business work witli business professionals in "The experience and knowledge tilings from llie main sponsor, could add to (lie BAM team, or Administration Marketing. BAM is tlie local area. It also allows (lie stu- I will walk away from BAM witli this Warner Urban and Warner Music wants to become Involved should about students who are willing to dents to apply the skills they have year will lielp further my business Canada, and many oilier items feel free to contact us," said reach out and help oilier students, learned from school. career and lias helped me use my froin local businesses. Critchley. so tliose individuals can participate These events can lie costly and learned skills in a real world appli- "We're fortunate to have such a For more information about in events that allow them to use that is wliy BAM works so hard to cation." said Ireland. large company like Warner take an BAM or tlieir fundraisers email their skills from school, in a more raise money for them. BAM's goal tills year is to com- interest in helping BAM oiil," said bamclub@)hotmail.com. New interior decorating program S tudy hard fun for night school students By Krystal Rosien Cut out all distractions. You By Chris Park Theory, Decorating Basics, together a display table wliicli Chronicle Staff______should be able to concentrate on November 12, 2005 Illustration and Presentation would allow the students to show- your work and nothing else. Techniques, Materials and case tlieir work and possibly win a Witli nnal exams on die way, Turn off the television, music, Finishes, Perspective Drawing and few prizes. The commitment on the life can be getting stressful for and make sure you are away If you're interested in pursuing a the History of Furniture. part of tlie students was outstand- students. Here arc some tips on from otiiers who are noisy. If you career in interior decorating, The funny tiling was, we initially ing. They just completely took over how to study for exams from arc using a computer, keep away Durham College is offering a pro- weren't sure if (lie program was tlie project." www.about.com. from MSN messenger. gram tliat might be up your alley. going to be a success," said Jan So this begs the question; what It is important to know that Do tliat liard work first. Your Now in its second year, tlie Burnctt, the Certified Program jobs arc available for graduates of tlicrc is no riglit or wrong way to brain will be fresh and ready to Interior Decorating Certificate pro- Planner for the School of (lie program? study. Find die right style tliat go, and tilis way you will retain gram lias enjoyed great success Continuing Hducation. "We arc "Most of our graduates freelance works for you. more information. tlius far. Students and faculty mem- always looking for something new, on tlieir own - the need for interior One way to study is to do it in Review tlie information regu- bers involved witli the continuing and this seemed like a pretty neat decorators seems to have grown the same place. Study in the larly. If you leave it until the last education night school course arc idea. Sure enough, classes began to quite a bit. Home Depot and Colour library wliere it is quiet, or at minute, it will be harder to glowing witli excitement. fill almost immediately." Your World botli offer great oppor- your desk. remember (lie information. Tlie "It's exactly wliat I've been look- To take tlie program, students tunities for our students. All of our Make time in your schedule more you review, the more you ing for," says student Joanne must l)e 19 years of age or have graduates have liad tliat drive and to study. Stick to tlie schedule, will remember. Couinans, wlio works at the completed tlieir Ontario Secondary desire, too. They really want to go and make sure you spend that Avoid 'marathon' study ses- University of Ontario's Health School Diploma, or have achieved a out and get it." time studying. Figure out wliat sions. They are die least produc- Science department. "I've been fas- Grade 12 equivalency certificate Burnctt said by September of time of day you study best at, and tive way to study. You will get cinated witli interior decorating through College academic upgrad- 2006, (lie program will give students use lliat time. tired of wliat you are doing, and since 1 was a wee girl, so tills lias ing. tlie option of completing a certifi- Keep your notes and work get easily distracted. been a lot of fun for me." "Our students range in age from cate or a diploma. organized. It will save time, and Whatever your style of study, The program features a variety of 25-55," says Burnctt. The overall Classes run in (lie evenings from you will not have to go searching tliese tips should lielp almost subjects; Basic AutoCad for Interior excitement level is just overwhelm- Monday to Thursday and on for (lie next page or a specific everyone. So study hard and Design (Architectural), Basic ing. One of our head instructors, Saturday mornings from 9-12. The piece of information. make yourself proud. 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$y .... By ,. . .., ._ ., _... ,.... .,_, ,...... ,..,...... :....,...=..., .,....,.. .,....., .,.,... ,,........ :... , 1 2, articulation deal," dean of..r Trent Chronicle Staff______skip (lie first year of a BA program at es are Communications and through with this University @ Trent University. Computers 1 and 2 and Matli. After said Student Liaison Heather Durham, General Arts and Science's is tliat students arc allowed to nil tlieir Dunlop from the School of To be able to enter second ycai Arc you going to college or uni- usually a one-year certificate course timetable with any Durham College Integrated Studies. at Trent, students need one first versity? Wliat are you going to take? at Durham College. However, there course they want. They can take In the second year of General year course. So students take tlieii Senior higli school students arc is the option of;i second year if stu- Business, An, Writing, it doesn't Arts ;ind Sciences tliere are no sixlli course through Tren bombarded witli questions like dents decide to take part in a linked matter. As long as there is seating required courses through Durham University. (licse every day. However, Durham program. available in die course, they arc College. Instead students can take "They have to take one Tren College and Trent University are Tlie course itself enables stu- allowed to take it. Students can take live elective courses per scinester, course. Normally they take it Iron working together to make (lie deci- dents to do almost anything. The up to six electives. "Part of' tlie agreement requires September to April, because thei sion easier. point of die course is to lielp stu- "Once they have done their full them or allows them to take one, courses run all year instead of jus Durham College lias just final- dents decide wliat they want to do first year and successfully passed it, 100-lcvel Trent course after they one semester," said Dunlop. ized ;> new articulation agreement witli tlieir lives. then they can clioose to go on to tlie have completed the Durham Students looking to enter tlii witli Trent. It means that General Students in the course will take second year, and they do need two College General Arts and Sciences articulation agreement shouli Arts and Science's students can five core courses. Tliose core cours- full years of General Arts to follow program," said Jocclyn Aubrey, speak witli a student liason. 8 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005

It ^s a SAD season First snowfall disappoints By Meghan Read Chronicle Staff is serious, including thoughts of suicide, they should seek help from a health care professional. Harvey is certiHed in providing an assessment at The days arc getting shorter, and (lie nights are the Campus Health Centre, where slic will work witli some, but brings getting longer. The thermometer is beginning to the on campus physicians. Slic Is also able to refer drop. Soon winter will be upon us in full force, and students to (lie appropriate person. with tills winter weather comes the winter bines. "Talk with your doctor," said Spunvay. Tlic Most people experience some form of (lie winter CMH/1 also lias a public education department for winter blues, a feeling of blah after months of grey, cold wliere people can find out more Information about joy weather, but for some people It turns into a serious SAD. form of depression. For milder symptoms, spending more time out- Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD doors during (lie day, and increasing exposure to is a recognized form of depression tliat can often be sunlight indoors by opening curtains for example sports fans debilitating in the winter. can greatly increase a person s mood. The Public Health Agency of Canada climates "Try to get out in the sun wlicn it's out," said that between one and tlircc per cent of (lie general Spurway. Park such an early hour makes people population lias SAD, and another 15 per cent have Exercise is another way of relieving stress, and By Christopher want to go In tlicir homes and do tlic winter blues, which arc less serious. increasing mental well-being. Taking a walk in (lie Chronicle Staff nothing," said second-year Awareness of this condition has existed for more morning, or at noon can greatly Increase a person's As soon as tliat cold brisk wind Business student JcffRldgway. than 150 years, but it was not recognized as a disor- mood. lifts your face and (lie temperature "It's a dark and cold season and der until the early 1980s. Usman Butt, an international student at UOIT, starts hitting the minus, It is time to other than Christmas 1 don't think Because little is known about it many people arc has felt symptoms oftlie winter blues. "When I first admit winter is here. many people arc fans of it." not aware tlial it exists, or tliat treatment is available. came to Canada for my first winter 1 would get bored On Thursday, Nov. 17 snow fell "The peaccfulncss of (lie season Mary Alice Harvey is a mental liealtli nurse at (lie because there was no time outside in tlic sun. It for the first time in Oshawa this makes it really comfortable," said Campus Health Centre. "It is difficult to diagnose would be dark by 6 o'clock, and I wasn't used to It." year. Some would say it has taken second-year Police Foundations because it takes a lot longer. It lakes a full year to go said Butt, who lias been In Canada for three years, a long time for it to finally touch (lie student Scan Graham. through the sun cycle," slie said. and is originally from Pakistan. ground and some would say tliat it People enjoy snow and they get "Depression is actually a pliysical Illness caused Light therapy works well for relieving symptoms just couldn't have come soon a warm feeling when tlie snow is by a chemical imbalance that occurs within (lie of SAD. enough. falling. "When the snow comes brain. Because it occurs witliin the brain it affects Tills form oftlicrapy Is about 70 per cent effective "It made me feel great," said sec- down it feels like Christmas is our mood," said Harvey. as an anti-depressant, and many begin to find relief ond-year Biological Science stu- approaching and it is getting to be Many of the symptoms are similar to other types within two weeks of beginning the tlicrapy. dent Sonny Frankel. "Some people that time of year again, said of depression, sucli as bipolar disorder. Other condi- Spunvay suggests light therapy as a form of thera- get disappointed when they see Ridgway. "In the winter I sleep a lot tions, like thyroid problems, can also look like py, but emphasizes the Importance of following time snow, but some people like myself better because it is colder." depression. limits. love snow." Frankel described (lie Sports fans love to tlie season "It is often misdiagnosed and missed by doctors Some tanning companies claim that using tan- snow as calming and relaxing. for (lie chance to play ice hockey, because the symptoms rcllect mainline depression," ning beds through the winter can help relieve symp- "When I sec the snow I don't go ice fishing, enjoy ' Harvey adds. toms of SAD, and depression, but Harvey advises panic or think that responsibility basketball, . football,. ( The Canadian Mental Health Association otherwise because of me UV lights. comes along with it, such as shov- snowboarding, skiing and other (CMHA) suggests on their websitc, that if symptoms "I caution people over using tanning beds as a eling snow or something" lie said. active sports. Hockey is Canada's recur for two consecutive winters, without any oilier way to relieve symptoms of SAD. You liave to weigh "It's a great time of year because biggest sport. explanation, tills may indicate SAD. Symptoms can your options, developing melanoma from UV rays, now I can ski and snowboard and A lot of kids sec winter as an include weight gain, change in appetite, decreased or depression," says Harvey. that's what 1 wait for all year long." opportunity for them to play energy, fatigue, tendency to oversleep, irritability, With liglit tlierapy, (lie patient is exposed to bright Even though some people hockey and improve anxiety and despair, and avoidance of social situa- lights under specific conditions delivered through might enjoy the feeling of tlie cold ycar-by-ycar at tlicir favourite tions. special lamps. Because of potential eye damage, air blowing against tlieir face, oth- sport. "SAD is a general feeling of depression. Sleep pat- treatment sessions aren't long, usually lasting ers don't like anything about it. "It is one of my favourite sea- terns are often affected," said Fay Spurway at (lie between 15 minutes to a half an liour. "This season changes die way I sons, because of hockey and skiing, Durham Branch of tlic Canadian Mental Health Tlic Canadian Mental Health Association sug- feel in terms of emotion, the cofd- but it is the one season tliat I'm Association. gests that increasing exposure to liglit, monitoring ness gets to me and it's just not tlie happy when it ends," said These symptoms generally appear early in tlic diets, sleep patterns and exercise levels are all impor- same as tlie summer wliere you third-year information systems winter, and disappear when spring arrives. tant first steps to take. can walk out (lie door freely witli student Stephen Ross. "Some of (lie first symptoms of depression are in Depression is tlic most treatable menial illness, your sliorts and sandals on, during "When I see snow I think of sleep liabits. You cither want to sleep too much, or and most people wlio suffer from depression are a perfect summer's day," said first- snowboarding, skiing, hockey, you can't get to sleep at night," says Harvey. helped by (lie treatment tliat they receive, year Advertising student Michael making snow men and other Generally people wlio arc affected by SAD are says (lie Canadian Mental Health Association web- Day. tilings like tliat," said Prankel. around 20 years or older and (lie risk decreases with sitc. In tlie winter, people don't liave Even though the brings poses age. It is more common in women. Tlic CMHA Durham offers a full range of mental (lie same freedom of walking out freezing temperatures and "SAD is four times more likely to affect women health services to patients with clironic mental tlie door witli their shoes on, devastating winds, sonic people than men," Harvey says. lieallli issues, and tliosc experiencing problems for but they can adapt to this change see it as a frcsli start and the People living in northern countries, and shift (lie first time. by bundling up and dressing coldness is something that workers are all more likely to be living witli SAD, They are able to provide services to prevent or warmly. Warm clothing can make reminds them of wliat (lie because of the sliortcr days, and lack of natural light reduce serious mental health problems, life easier for a lot of winter haters season is really about- getting in in tlicir work environments. Tlie CMHA Durliam is located at 60 Bond.Street out there. the mood for the most If a person feels that SAD is affecting them, and it inOshawa. "Tlie winter definitely clianges wonderful time of tlie year- the mood, having it get dark at Christmas. Winter sports can help combat winter blues

By Lisa Power Getting the flu shot, a dead strain of the flu Getting as much exposure as possible which creates a liealtliy mood. Chronicle Staff dial's expected to be common that year, can to sunlight during daylight hours in In winter, scrotonin levels decrease witli help prevent people from becoming sick. winter can help combat feeling the lack of sunlight, and low Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a blue. serotonin levels lead to carbohydrate There's a wind chill of minus 18 degrees, type of depression occurring in Individuals Exercise can also improve moods cravings, according to tlic Jigsaw Health web- it's 5 p.m. and dark outside, tho ground is cov- during winter. as it produces higher scrotonin levels, site. ered in ice and me weather channel is calling It is caused by a biochemical according to www.doityourself.com. People tend to feed these cravings, for yet another snowstorm. imbalance due to shortening dayliglit hours Eating healthy and exercising is an without working off me extra calories Welcome to winter in Ontario, and lack of sunlight, according to the obvious way to control weight. by doing outdoor activities, as they Winter conditions like tliese liave a pro- Seasonal Affective Disorder Association But it's dilUcult to do that in winter some- might in the summer, because found effect on (lie human body, causing ill- (SADA). times since .cold weather prompts of the cold weather. ness, depression and weight gain. For people with serious cases of the body to crave comfort foods that arc high The result? But tliere are simple ways to avoid becom- SAD, light tlicrapy (at least 10 times tlic in calories sucli as creamy soups for lunch Weiglit gain. ing sick tills winter. intensity of normal domestic liglit) may be and potatoes with dinner. So by getting daily sunlight, and taking Dr. Turck, of (lie Campus Health Centre required to trick (lie body into thinking it's 'Hie body craves carboliydratcs during vitamin D, a person can better control recommends taking vitamin C and D to lielp receiving sunlight, ' while people winter because of the lack of tlieir winter food cravings. combat illness, along witli wasliing hands fre- witli mild cases may simply vitamin D it receives during tlic winter. So grab a pair of ice' skates or a quently, eating healthily, and getting plenty of experience tlic winter blues, according to Vitamin D is a key vitamin that comes toboggan and make the most of rest. SADA. from sunlight, and boosts serotonin levels, winter, ______w^vmirmis. iMKwa______

Room to grow in new program By Samantha0»___&L._ lf-_t!-_--l.! . . Vartiamaki laboratories. retirement and 72 per cent will be water treatment facilities, slie said. out dial most Chronicle pointed water opera- Staff______"They're going to know water eligible for early retirement. "It's an important place to work. tors didn't liavc (lie training to accu- inside and out," said Todd. She said So there is a great need for new We have to liavc clean water," said rately interpret tlie tests they take. (lied When seven people and (lie advisory committee involved in water and waste water operators. lodd. Students will learn how to conduct hundreds fell III in township of putting die program together is "Not only will students have job Wlien a fatal dose of V.. Coll was water and waste water tests in (lie Willkerton in 2000 ;i cry for licl)) excellent. The amount of experi- security, they also have an opportu- found in Walkcrton's water and (lie lab and in tile field at DC's program. went out across Ontario. ence at (lie committee Is amazing, public was not notified by public They will also learn how to analy/.e With a lawsuit from township of she said. They even just had an ulilitfes manager Stall Koebel the and interpret tests for clients and Walkerton on Ills hands Premier addition ofaCityofKawartha Lakes Not only will stu- world of water management supervisors. Mike Harris launched (lie representative to tlie committee. changed forever. "It's not as diverse as tlie three- Walkerlon inquiry. When the Tlie Walkerton report also said dents have job Before (lie Walkerlon inquiry all year program, unfortunately. But it provincial government received the part of llie Walkerton contamina- security, a water or waste water operator is very specific and it is for a driven report of tlie \Valkerton inquiry it tion liad to do witli government cut- they also needed to have was an Ontario need," said Todd. passed (lie most strict irain'fng backs in l');)(). I (arris did admit dur- have an opportunity Secondary School Diploma. Now Instead of warning tlu' public, law (lie requirement in North America ing coiitamiiialioii of Walkerton for waier and waste water operators Koebel failed to mention llie deadly for water and waslewaler system water tliat for six years llie province life-long learn- need to have a post-secondary KC.oli contamination as hundreds operalors. knew llieir water quality system ing. school diploma. fell ill in Walkerton. '1 lie report held As a result of the new training needed reconstruction. j To lie eligible for admission to tliat if water test reporting was laws Durham College lias created a Tlie Ontario Municipal Chief DC's Water Quality Technician nro- made mandatory in 199(i - wlien Water Quality Technician program Accounting Officer's Benchmark Sue Todd gram students must have their water testing was privatized - that that will train students to work as Initiative Is a committee of profes- OSSD at a general level or above. illness and death could have been water and sewage treatment opera- sionals who measure and compare Students applying at mature stu- avoided. tors. service delivery witliin (lie munici- dent status or witli basic level Tlie Walkerton Report pointed "1'lie province wants tliese facili- pal sector. They began to study cur- nity for life-long learning," said courses must write a test to deter- out tliat all water systems should be ties to raise (lie bar. They want oper- rent conditions of water and waste Todd. There are many different mine eligibility. continuously monitored and have ators to have two years of college water operators. Tlie study focused kinds of water and waster water As well, students are required to automatic shut-off systems in case education," said Sue Todd, co-ordi- on age and certification within the operator licences. Once graduates have Grade 11 college level math something goes wrong. Therefore nator of the Water Quality workforce. get into a facility and pass their pro- and Hnglish. It is recommended stu- students will be taking courses such Technician program. They found that most water and bationary pliase they can work dents also liavc Grade 12 chemistry as hydraulics and maintenance. It will provide students with the waste water system operators arc towards a lilglicr level of licence, and Grade 11 biology. This is a course for people who training to become compliance between (lie ages of -11 and 50. In she said. The Walkerton Report said daily like to work outdoors and witli operators and water analysts in the next 12 years 28 per cent of tlie Graduates can also work for pri- testing of water sources could liavc heavy equipment. It is very hands provincial and municipal laba and water and waste management vate industries like General Motors helped to prevent hundreds of ill- on and students cannot be afraid to lab assistants in private and public workforce will lie eligible for normal as almost all industrial plants have nesses. However, the report also get dirty, said Todd. CDAs: improving lives of Project Red Ribbon 2005 Stop AIDS patients with communication By Sara Young ing a red ribbon can get one By Donald Langley By Moore Chronicle Staff tlirough merchants around tlie Chronicle Staff______Lindsay "A CDA is also qualified to do Durham Region, tlieir local Dec. 1 marks (lie 17tn Chronicle Staff hearing screenings," says Ludlow. During the holiday season LCBO, Hallmark stores or they anniversary of (tie first World The Communicative Disorders Tills tests for irregularities in hear- approximately 244 people will be can call their local chapter," said AIDS Day. This year's theme Assistant program is oversub- ing that may need further examina- killed and 11,590 people injured Durham Region cliapter presi- is Stop AIDS: Keep the scribed. It provides students with tion. across Canada as a result of alco- dent Nancy Codlin. promise. training in a specialized part of Often graduates from this pro- hol and drug-related crashes. Supporting MADD comes in Prom the beginning the health care, wliich improves lives of gram work in prc-scliool speecli It Is because of these numbers many other forms than just the main focus of the day has patients by increasing tlieir com- programs, liospitals, private speech that Mothers Against Drunk red ribbon. "People can volun- been communication. With municative abilities. and language clinics, audiology Driving steps in to, as their mis- teer with tlieir local chapter," said more tlian 56,000 men, It's a one-year graduate certifi- clinics or hearing-aid clinics. sion statement announces, stop Codlin, "We arc always looking women and children living cate program, which students need Students leani how to use aug- impaired driving and support for volunteers." Oilier means of with H1V/AIDS in Canada a two-year college diploma or a mentative communication devices, victims of this violent crime. supporting MADD include "not alone, tlie push towards com- four-year university degree to which help patients to communi- Through (lie 18th annual drinking and driving, and using munication and understand- attend. cate without using verbal skills. Project Red Ribbon, which start- services such as cabs, designated ing of the disease is crucial. Many arc still unaware of what "Not only do our students go on ed on Nov. 1 and runs until Jan. 1, drivers and buses," said Codtin Wearing red ribbons in this program is about, and what to work as communicative disor- MADD is hoping to promote Other supporters of Project support, having an open dia- type of work people do wlien they ders assistants, but some choose to public awareness. Through Red Ribbon in the Durham logue about the disease and complete it. go on to be speech-language Project Red Ribbon 2005 MADD Region include Allstate car insur- raising funds for research are Communicative Disorder pathologists or audiologists," says is trying to show that injuries ance, General Motors and the all ways to get involved. Assistants, or CDAs, help people of Ludlow. resulting from impaired driving LCBO. With no cure and new all ages with speech or language The one-year program actually are needless and preventable "Because we operate strictly cases every day. World AIDS disabilities. has tlirce semesters, one of which is tragedies. on donor finances, their money day brings a face to the dis- People who are unable to articu- a full-time field placement. "Tying one on for safety" is the helps us to carry on tlie chapter," ease and a commitment to the late words or communicate effec- Direct therapy is wlien the CDA slogan used to remind the public Codlin said. "Large corporation's open communication and tively with others would work with a works with patients to achieve com- that by purchasing a red ribbon support sends a strict message to knowledge needed to fight CDA to improve their skills. munication goals. Indirect therapy and tying it on their car antenna employees not to drink and tills killer. Stop AIDS: Keep die "CDAs actually work under tlie is when the CDA creates a program or on their key ring, they are drive." promise. Wear a red ribbon supervision of speech-language for the patient and his or her family showing their support and help- Throughout the holiday sea- and support a worthy cause. pathologists and audiologists," says to work together at home. ing people to think before diey son remember it is not only your Elizabeth Ludlow, program co-ordi- People who liavc a great desire drive their car home while under life you are gambling with when WORLD AIDS DAY nator. to improve communication skills the influence of drugs or alcohol. you drink and drive. Show your FACTS They do interventions and thera- are the ones taking this program. "People who are interested in support for MADD and "tic one py programs with patients after it's "Improving communication donating to MADD and display- on for safety." There arc an estimated 40 been determined wliat kind of ther- skills really improves quality of life," million HIV-infccted people in apy is needed. says Ludlow. the world, with almost 5 mil- lion newly infected in 2004.

Since 1905 the number of Durham College ranks number one in the GTA women infected with tlie 111V/AIDS virus lias increased By Carly Jackson graduate employment and rate. Angie Paisley, Durham College report details the number of gradu- from l)% to 30% Chronicle Staff Standing fourtli in Ontario for grad- Career Adviser. ates, graduation rate, full-time and Durham College is getting (lie uation rate and First witliin tlie GTA, "Graduates arc asked to provide part-time employment rate, aver- Crystal metli users are recognition it deserves. and achieving an employer-satis- data six months after graduation," age salaries, job titles and more for more than twice as likely to be Witli the release of (lie provincial faction rate of 93 per cent, Durham Paisley explained. "It is critical tliat each program for (lie past three 111V positive as non-users. government's latest Key College is making a reputation for they respond," slie added, "as tlieir years. Performance Indicator (KPI) sur- itself. feedback lielps (lie college make "Students need to have access to Since 1901 inore lliiin 25 vey in April 2005, Durham College Forum Research, a company continuous improvements to ser- tills information in order to make million people have died of lias been named (lie overall num- contracted by the Ontario Ministry vices and programs." informed career choices," said AIDS around the world. ber one college ii» (lie GTA. of Colleges, Training and In September, Career and Paisley, "It is also useful for students Si)iirrr: lill|):/Av\v\v.liivpliisi)iiin Tlie KPI survey measures stu- Universities, contacts all Ontario Employment Services released wlio are questioning wliat they can .ri)in/\vurl(l;ilils(l;>y/iiliii>L'llilv.iis|) dent satisfaction, graduate satisfac- college graduates to collect (he Durham College graduate employ- do witli their diploma upon gradua- tion, employer satisfaction, and information found in tlie KPIs, said ment and salary statistics. The tion." 10 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 Life and times of Polonsky By Derek Giberson ever Chronicle Staff studying medicine. Ontario to encourage students to become "VVliy would a minister encourage "Hut tliere, again, I wasn't happy," lie trades-people and technologists. risk - miles'- lie was a really, really exception- recalled. "Tliere was something about my "I learned a lot from liigli scliool students. al human being?" He lias devoted an entire career to stu- student experience tliat 1 thought was aver- They would talk to me about wliat it was like "I determined after about tliree years (lie dents, climbed to the top of educational insti- age at best. I thought people talked (lie game to live in small-town northwestern Ontario only real favour I could do for my students tutes, and earned a reputation as an Institu- about being student-driven, student-centred and wliat their dreams were and wliat (lie was to get llicm out of (Ills horror-show - and tion-builder. and student-focused, but 1 didn't think they barriers were to them achieving tlieir dreams. to do tliat 1 liad to resign," said Polonsky. That same man was also once expelled, walked (lie talk. Hut they were good people, "1 went on many Indian reserves where life After resigning, lie began to advocate for and later, dropped out of university. it's just lliere was nothing magical about it." Is very tougli. It's ama/.Ing to me tliat 10 years (lie extrication of (lie Manitoba college sys- "It really was a dumb thing for me to do, He dropped out before obtaining Ills under- after I was doing tills, (lie conditions arc just tem from government control and into tlie but 1 got expelled from high scliool in Grade graduate degree. as bad today as they were then. And I consid- liands of boards of governors. His efforts 13, willi about a montli to go in my liigli In need of work, lie took a position in er tills to lie maybe (lie number one were successful. scliool career,* said Gary Polonsky, president Thunder Bay In (lie early '60s teaching adults Canadian sliame," After leaving his position at Red River, two ofUOlT and Durham College. "And (lie rea- in a program tliat was (lie predecessor to the He moved on to become vice-president of colleges called liini willi job offers, Durham son I got expelled was 1 made a speech in my current provincial college system. Lakeland College in Lloydininster, Alia.. College being one. In 19(10, lie became presi- student assembly - which was a satirical He trained people wlio either got tlicir wliicli sits on (lie Alberta-Saskatchewan bor- dent of Durham, and later, willi (lie founding speech - but (lie root of it was tliat I thought careers off on (lie wrong foot or wanted to der. In lliat rural area Polonsky learned what ofa new university, head ofUOlT. students could have been better served in advance to a better career. it was like to sluit classes down for a few "I've loved every minute of it here, because that scliool." "I loved (liat job from day one," lie said. "I weeks in spring while students returned 1 really like (lie students, I've always liked tlie Polonsky, wlio is set to retire at (lie end of fell in love witli tliat job because 1 spent every home to help witli seeding on family farms, students of Durham, and everybody else of tills scliool year, took time in a recent inter- day in (lie service of students, and I took away and then again in autumn during harvest. Durham. People seem to get it here, (hat stu- vicv/ to reflect on botli being a student in Ills way more from them tlian I thought 1 ever In 198't, lie took up (lie presidency at Red dents arc at tlic heart of it." hometown of Thunder Bay and serving stu- imparted to tlicm, because cadi of them was River College in Manitoba - a "shock" to him, One of Polonsky's daily liabits for many dents across (lie country. an individual, cadi of them had life experi- as lie applied for tlic position mostly just to years is to walk (lie lialls and talk to college "I was lucky, I guess, with tills thing about ence, cadi of them had good will, eacli of see if lie would get short-listed. Another sur- and university students, as a means of keep- education," lie said, "because even though we them liad a need or they wouldn't liave been prise awaited liirn once settled in. ing "grounded." had no money - as most people did not have, tliere." "Manitoba was one of (lie few provinces "I learn stuff from students every day - not during World War 7\vo, right after (he Great In 1969, (tie scliool became Confederation tliat still had colleges (bat were governed by only about how to make their experience bet- Depression... I had two parents wlio loved College when the college system was estab- (lie government, as opposed to being gov- ter, lie reflected, "but dreams they liave to each other, and loved me, and knew (liat (lie lished in Ontario. erned by a board of governors, as exists in make their community better, and their plan- only journey out of a lower economic stra- Polonsky's supervisor Don Dingwall Ontario," explained Polonsky. "[At Red River] et and country better. I find tliat the modem tum was education." asked him if he could switch to (lie trades I reported to civil servants; there was no student is very responsible, very tuned in, and When lie was expelled, his mother didn't department. board of governors. courageous and self-confident - not arro- want that journey to end quite yet. "I said, 'Well, Don, I don't think we have a "And I quickly learned tliat tliat was awful gant, but self-confident." *She walked everyday to (lie school and trades department. Are you trying to tell me for our students, because in the political After 42 years in the service of students, begged the principal to take me back," he something?' I thought maybe lie was firing world job one is to get re-elected. Job two is to Polonsky considers them among Ills most said. me." But instead of firing him, Dingwall asked be Unembarrassed in question period, and valuable influences. A combination of his mother's persistence Polonsky to establish a trades-training the only way to not risk being embarrassed is "The one thing you always want to have Is and a provincial math contest tliat Polonsky department at Confederation College. to not risk anything, because tlic only time perspective. I would say that's one of the gifts was set to participate in meant lie was back in Having established the department, he the opposition stands up and takes note of a that I've learned from students. For four school and ready to move on to university, would travel to high schools in northwestern minister is when there's a screw up. decades, they've given me perspective." Vegetarian diet much better for you

By Kristan Billing chances of heart disease." Piotrowski says receive me nutrients without tlie animal fat. denial. "People love to hear good news about Chronicle Staff dlis is as simple as replacing half the beef in " When vegetarians eliminate all plant their bad habits. meatloaf with beans, or sprinkling ground products like milk and cheese, they risk a vit- The food industry, especially me dairy tofu in pasta sauce instead of chicken. amin B-12 deficiency," Piotrowski said." B-12 industry, promotes misinformation to seU Dr. John McDougall, author of The is needed to maintain healthy nerve cells and their products," he said." Since most people To some a hamburger is perfect company McDougal Plan: Twelve Days to Dynamic red cells, the best way to get die vitamin is never read the scientific literature, they are for a plate of French fries. But to vegetarians it Health, is the founder and Director of the through fortified vegetarian cereals that have completely unaware." is heart attack on a bun, or a tortured corpse, McDougall program at St. Helena hospital in added tlie vitamin." This is not to say all vegetarians are murdered for human enjoyment. Napa California. McDougall believes basing The Vegetarian Association of Toronto's healthy. One thing is certain; studies have proved a diet around organically grown plant based official website states although many people The Dietitians of Canada say new vegetar- plant-based diet is much better in the long foods is tlie healthiest diet to practice. tend to have misconceptions concerning ians make the mistake of replacing meat witli run. "Improvement of disease symptoms, meat-free eaters, vegetarian restaurants, carboliydrates like bread or pasta instead of Vegetarian diets are healthy and can help lower cholesterol and body weight, improved clothing lines and events are becoming more lentils and beans. in the prevention and treatment of certain bowel movements. All effects of a low fat- popular in North America than ever before. " A lot of tlie time, high school students diseases, according to the Dietitians of plant-based, diet as long as it doesn't include "The word vegetarian conjures up so who .decide to go vegetarian do not do it Canada. dairy products." Dr. McDougall said. many images for people," said Jenn Loucks, properly," Piotrowski said." They miss out on Vegetarians usually have a healthier body Piotrowski warns a vegetarian diet may Pickering resident and vegan of four years. protein, they're being very restrictive, but not weight than non-vegetarians as well as lower cause bloating at first. "Many see someone who is being difficult, or replacing anything they have taken out of death rates from heart disease, lower blood " An extreme or sudden increase of fiber a hard core activist, or someone who is their diet," she said. cholesterol levels, and lower rates of high in your diet can bind up digestion, but if you unhealthy." "I would love to see more semi-vegetari- blood pressure. get cnougli fiber to begin witli tlie transition is Loucks became vegan for ethical and ans," Piotrowski said. "Nutrition is about moderation," Pam not too noticeable." health reasons, which she is questioned "All it takes is,a. shift to more natural foods Piotrowski registered dietitian at Food for When switching to a vegetarian diet it's about regularly. while still havlp^ fish or chicken once in a Thought in Hamilton said." By replacing half important to be sure all nutrition needs are " I just laugh when someone eating a Big while with'^ODilef seasoning, ultimately the the meat you eat with vegetarian alternatives being met. Mac and fries calls my lifestyle of vegetables most importa|ti(^ing to remember is to you are decreasing your cliolcsterol and ani- Dr. McDougall says by basing diet around and tofu unhealthy," she said. Share recipeS^ave fun with it, and try differ- to mal fat intake, therefore decreasing your unrefined starches like corn and rice you can McDougall attributes these attitudes ent tilings."0 "^^. '. f^.it’i^^.;^' Got a foot fetish? Visit the shoe mSseum’^’.^ii^. By Kristina Opashinov of as artworks in their own shoes in (lie of Chronicle Staff Elegance. sculpture right. wit^^'lfocl^grii(lcance liistory It sliowcascs tlic greatest shoe designers There are more than 100 shoes selected design an3 ^VejBterh culture have been of the 20th century, from both the Bata Slice Museum's collec- brought t^eth^ The Data Shoe Museum Is celebrating its Tlie footwear in this exhibition ranges tion and international collections. The exhibition opened ^cpt. 23 and is on 10th year in Toronto. The museum is home from exquisite examples ofhandcrafted per- The slices in this exhibition have changed display until September 2006. to over 10.000 shoes, in four galleries. fection. and influenced fasliion around the world. The Bata Shoe Museum is located at 372 The exhibition now on is called the Icons To shoes that compete with modern This Is the first time In North America that BloorSt THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 11 4MPI/S NEWS ^ L e aders of tomorrow ^

a trained professional and about 140 hours of Primary Care in-hospital experience. "'I'lic leaders of tomorrow arc our students today," said Baxak. With four full-time and 15 part-time faculty members with at least 10 program years of experience (lie students are getting the kind ofte.icliing that will prepare them for a career as a paramedic. "Tlir practical-hands on experience and 'best in the (lirory are great," said Julle Pelissiera second- year I'CI' student." The faculty is experienced and always adamant to help you." Slie also said llow tin* program is diverse and covers province5 all llie subjects lliat are important. Another appealing aspect of (lie program, said By Dave 1'dissirr, is (lie way each teacher speriali/.es Synyard in dilTrrent areas, so tlie students get (lie best Chronicle staff ol everything. Once a student lias completed llie pro- 'I In' mill is falling hard ;>iul getting olTtlie gram tliat doesn't mean they are able to work .slrei'1 is (lie only way to gel dry. A.s the light as a paramedic. Much like a lawyer lias to switches from red to green llif crosswalk sign pass a bar exam to be certified, a paramedic illuminates iiinl you begin to walk. Then ;i graduate must complete a final test known as .bright liglit blinds you iiod .scrm-hing is llir A-F.MCA (Adv.inced-limergency Medical ^asl lliing you hear. Groggy, you bear faint Can' Assistani) which is required to work in voices. l.;itex wafts through the air as bands Ont.irio. To get employment anywhere else .grope your body. Once" you rcg;iin your vision in Canada passing tlie CMA exam (Canadian yon see red soaking your clothing. Now llie Mrdiral Association) is necessary. fr.ces of strangers come into focus. You're in "I tliink we work liard to meet our studen- an ambulance. As paramedics excli.inge t's needs. They lell us if they're satisfied and our us words llicy takf your vital sings, then you Photo by Dave Synyard graduates liave told they were pre- pass out. pared," said Bazak. ISncountcring situations with unconscious ALL IN A DAY'S WORK: Primary Care paramedics practise A large pan of getting students prepared is and students in the Primary Care Paramedics performing their everyday class duties. the staff. He said tliat witliout Ills tliree col- program at Durham College to experience. leagues, Kevin Griffin, Ralph Hoffrnann, and The course has been running since 2002 and care paramedics can perform symptom relief outs, hut this year I'm even more nervous Jolin Riches, giving tliese students the educa- focuses on theory, practice and placement In procedures. They include giving nitroglycer- because 1 liave more responsibilities," said tion they have been getting wouldn't be pos- the field. ine and Aspirin (ASA) to relieve cardiac second-year student Tricia Marchand. sible. "We liave the best primary care program arrest pain, using a deflbrillator, which is a In a situation wlierc anything can happen One possibility for improvement in (lie in the province," said Steve Bazak a co-ordi- electronic device tliat stops tlic heart and and a person's life depends on someone else, program, said Bazak, is tliat the students nator of the Primary Care Program. The pro- allows it to restart itself, and performing injec- being nervous is natural. But some students could liave time dedicated to physical fitness. gram hr.i 80 students, half of which arc first tions to combat deadly allergic reactions with step in and lake charge. Currently each person is required to lift 190 and the other second year. epincphrine and treat diabetics by admin/A- "A student was on her first weekend drive- pounds, but some people weigh more and When a student is in class most of the tering glucagon and sampling blood sugar. along. She ended up taking over the situation paramedics sliould be prepared for tliis. work involves theory pertaining to the para- But theory can only go so far. Hands-on expe- and delivering twins," said Bazak. Perhaps "We can help mem achieve their goals and medic field, which is necessary for a complete rience is necessary in this profession. tills is why tlie program has over 500 hours of become successful in their careers," said understanding of the human body. Primary "My first year I was nervous about my ride- field placement in an ambulance alongside of Bazak. Poster contest for Durham Historic hotel to be used Region Transit begins By Kristina Opashinov benefits of life, Chronicle riding transit quality Staff______or any type of scene symbolizing an for D C/UOIT residence Students from across Durham aspect of public transportation. are invited to participate in (lie Tlie contest is open to all stu- Durliam Region Transit poster dents and judging categories arc By Lee Thibideau years. Then came Harry A. Finer contest. from kindergarten to grade 3, Chronicle Staff____ "At present, times are not too opening one fine coffee diner Tlie contest promotes Durham grades 4 to 6, grades 7 and 0, grades rosy... spasms of tliis kind have witliin the hotels lobby, which Region Transit's vision to offer con- 9 to 12 and college and university It was once touted as "the hotel always occurred," said was one of the few in tlie country venient, comfortable and cost- students. that would be second to none in McLauglilin to the Oshawa Daily tliat would offer 24-liour service. effective transportation. The five winners will receive a Canada for nightly rates" by F.K. Times, Oshawa's very first news- Finer went on to spend over There will be five winning Durham Region Transit prize pack- Jrwin, a former hotel company paper. "We can face the future $250,000 to open the Picadilly posters tliat demonstrate (lie tran- age and winning posters will be owner in 1929. with a courage and confidence banquet room with space for 450 -sit theme "Durham Region Transit posted on (lie Durham Region The Genosha Hotel, located at that tlie sun will soon be shining guests, as well as (lie Starlitc Connecting Communities." Transit websitc and inside all buses 70 .King St cast, once welcomed and that Canada will soon be Lounge, a popular niglitclub. Contestants arc encouraged to in January. Oshawa's elite to wine and dine enjoying a great period of expan- In July of 1977, the hotel visually portray their interpretation For complete transit contest and dance tlie night away, but sion in which Oshawa will exchanged owners once again, of (lie contest theme. Artistic tal- dn.iils visit www.durhanircgioiit now is a 76 year'old run down share."McLaughlin was riglit and this time opened a rock n" roll ents sliould be used to show how ransit.com monstrosity of a building. about Canada, in the late 1930s bar called Main Street, located Recently purchased by a resi- the depression ended and with downstairs. View your marks Dec. 22 dential firm, it will soon be home General Motors booming again More recently the Genosha to Durham College and UOIT stu- .with Second World War on the was purchased in 1998, but by By Sara Young To check your marks, log onto dents looking to live off-campus horizon, the liotcl would see more this time the old building was Chronicle Staff MyCampus. Visit administrative in the downtown core. But before guests, mainly businessmen trav- decaying with age and lack of ren- services, tlien student information its halls arc filled with tlie noise of eling to conventions held by GM. ovations. The top two doors were Wondering when you will be and finally student records. partying students, let us visit the During the 1940s Genosha shut down to guests and the main able to check how you did during Grades will available to view echoes from the past. was the centrepiece of the social floor was transformed into a strip tlie fall semester? electronically as of 4 p.m. Tlie offi- It's grand opening was on Dec. community in Oshawa, being club called the Million Dollar Mark your calendar because cial date for the purpose of acade- 5, 1929, with 50 prominent citi- liost to numerous weddings, din- Saloon, while the Main Street marks will be available on Dec. 22. mic appeals is jan.3. zens in attendance, including ner and dances, businessmen bar's theme was changed to a then mayor T.B. Mitchell and finalizing sales over lunch and sports bar. timetable president of commerce, George organizations, such as the The new millennium finally Winter changes W. McLaughlin, who were the Oshawa Rotary and Kiwanis brought tlie closure of the hotel, By Sara Young first to sign tlie liotcl's guest book. clubs, holding weekly meetings. but within die next two years the Chronicle Staff tlic one tliat you liave to have for With the decline of the stock In 1946, T.W. Elliot launched hallways of tliis historic piece of the semester. You arc able to market, the hotel was opening CKDO radio, broadcasting live Oshawa heritage will once again if after you have picked your change your schedule before class- during some hard times In from the Genosha and it was the breathe new life with students classes for fall you arc rethinking es start for (lie Winter semester. Canada and would remain heart of news and Information in being a new chapter in the your decision, worry not. The Timetable changes will be open timetable have is not from Dec. 27 to Jan. 6.

incomplete for the next nine Oshawa. . Genosha legacy. you picked 12 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 S urvivo r s h are s hi s s to ry By Donald Langley Chronicle Staff______llie hill to tlic nines fort to die." weighed only 70 pounds. The next three years in the During Elly's time in tlic work Glietto were tough with little food, camp lie started out working a Bom in I.itluiiiiiiii lo a bookkcep- liard work and cramped conditions. pump tliat sent cr and a nurse, Elly Gotz had .1 Things couldn't get any worse- pre- mixed concrete through a childhood full of love and a tliirst for then they did. Outside their home series of pipes to the location where knowledge. That all changed in was a train waiting to take them they were building a bunker to ]unc 1941. Hitler's army had froin tlic Glietto. They all piled on to make planes for me war effort. marched into I.illuiania and for a t lie cars. Fortunately (lie war ended before little Jewish hoy and his family that "There was deatli, people were any planes were made. was (lie begiiinliig of years full of sick, going crazy. We travelled like After Gotx became sick with a hardships, sadness, Icrror and fear. tliat for two days and nights. At high fever and was sent to the hos- "They were all spit and polisli SuidhofTlhe women remained and pital barrack. Ills job changed from and full of vigor. They looked like tlie men were put hack on to (lie working tlie concrete pump to help- they were going to win (lie war," trains to travel for another two days ing out in llic liospltal. said Gotx describing (lie arrival of and nights," said Gotz. It was tills move that allowed Hitler's army into tils home country They finally arrived at a place Gor/. to save his father from being of Lithuania. The first orders that just outside Munich, Dachau work killed. "Every few weeks an SS doc- came through were lo put all of the camp. Above tlic entrance were the tor would came and would decide Jews Into a Ghetto, a word with its words "work will set you free," Got'/ who was healthy enough to stay at origins in medieval Italy meaning was shocked to see the camp Dacliau. Tlie otiiers were sent to iron foundry. Photo by Donald Langley because it was so miserable. Hitler Auschwitz." So Elly and his family took what ELLY GOTZ: Holocaust survivor and public speaker. liad set Dachau up in 1933 as tlie Elly was taking out tlie garbage they could and moved into a one- first of tlic work camps to have a when lie saw tlic doctor arrive. I Ie room apartment in (lie Ghctlo. The thrown away. While we were tliere That was June 1941; by October place for all of his enemies. told his father to come and hide in next phase saw (lie Nazi's going an old man came holding (lie 1941 things went from bad to Tlic camp was tough the condi- tlic latrine because if not lie would "door to door, taking all of our pos- Talmud, which is a Jewish hook of worse. "On Oct. 29 we were told tliat tions unbearable, with little food, 1)0 sent to Auscliwity- His father lis- sessions. Furs, rings, silver, gold, study, and it was leather bound and no one was to report to work, tliat liard work, no warm clotlies, no tened to him and lie survived. cameras, musical Instruments, any- he kissed it and put it down and everyone was to go to tills big open washing facilities in the winter, and Tilings became worse and thing of value (hey took." there were tears In Ills eyes. As we field. So tliere we were young, old, harsh storm troopers wlio were worse. For a child who had a (hirst for were leaving my father saw the children, babies, teenagers all Hitler's own army and his most "We knew die war was almost knowledge and a family tliat liad a seven volumes of Pushkin who was milling around this big open field, loyal. over in spring 1945. My fattier was love of reading the second order a Russian poet. 1 Ie said to me Tilly, We didn't know why wo were tliere. "They would kick a man to deatli very weak by this lime so I went to was a deep Now to (lie Gotx's. They look it's Pushkin," so we unloaded An officer in an SS uniform stepped for no reason. get us food. When 1 was coining liad to give up all oftlieir hooks. "My our books and started lilling up our out of a car wearing wliite gloves, They whipped my cousin to back 1 lieard a lot of joyous noise family was not wealthy but we liad a wheelbarrow witli oilier books. We and everyone had to walk in front of deatli two weeks before me libera- and 1 looked up and noticed tliere lot of books. We liad a big library, so did this seven times and never took him. I Ie sent everyone citlier to llie tion of llie camp," lie said. were no guards. 1 went to my fatlier we loaded our wheelbarrow with any of our other books back. left or to llic right. Being sent to the I-'ood was die tliouglit on most of and told him 'Tlie Americans are books and took them to lllis old We liad a great library, tlie way ’eft you were ok, to (lie right you tlic prisoners' minds. liere we arc free.' I Ie said to me, 'Oil synagogue, a place of worship. we kept all (lie books was by hiding were marched outside the Glietto. With only a little soup and bread that's good. Do you have (lie When we walked in tliere was a iliem in a slicd in (lie backyard, 1 We didn't rind out'til later that was to cat, hunger set in and a preoccu- bread?'" mountain of books and it was a sac- spent a lot of time reading out the first of many selections.10 thou- pation with food began. "It was my moment of libera- rilege to see all tliose books being tliere." sand people were sent to march up At (he time of liberation Got/. tion." S peaker^ story Holocaust facts Between the years 1939-1945 an estimated six million Jews perished at the hands of the Nazis. Over 1.5 million of those exterminated were chil- en2:a2:es crowd dren. The Nazis referred to the Holocaust as die Endlosung or "the final solution" but other names were used as well, among them Churb'n, which is a Yiddish word meaning "destruction" and By Donald Langley "My family all survived but my Sho'ah, which means "catastrophe." Chronicle Staff cousin was wliipped to death two weeks before liberation," he said By the end of the war Kazimeriz in Krakow, Poland was the only historical with tears in his eyes, Jewish Intimate. That's the word to Gotz not only discussed his life district in a large Polish urban area that was not destroyed during describe (lie presentation given by during the war but tlie years follow- the war. Elly Gotz two weeks ago to students ing. and staff in the Durham "I College had three dreams- to become Source: The Holocaust Chronicle by Marilyn Harran published in 2000. gym, presented by the Student an engineer, to fly an airplane and to Association as a part of (heir ongo- find a woman to love all my life." ing Speaker Scries, Answering questions from the Gotz, a survivor of the Holocaust, audience, he was engaging and which claimed the lives of six mil- humourous. Sex Seminar lion European Jews, was on campus For example, when he told his Open house teaches to speak to students so a new gener- mother of his dreams of flying an By Chris Combley ation could learn of the horrors so airplane she said to him, "Elly, Chronicle staff that they would never happen you've lived through tlie Holocaust again. and now you want to go and get The South Village job finding skills The afternoon full of tears and yourself killed in an airplane?" Residence is holding a laid- By: Mark Kalinski emotions was not only intimate but His mother's fears didn't stop back sexual awareness semi- Chronicle Staff individual skills passport for tliose also heartfelt and toucliing as Gotz him, though, and he learned to fly, nar on Dec. 22 to educate stu- in attendance. took tlie audience on a joun'icy tliat allowing the audience to feel the joy dents on the ups and downs of The John Howard Society of Bev Purchase of me John began over 60 years ago. and beauty tliat came out of tlie hor- being sexually active.'Part of Durham Region's employment ser- Howard Society said the open "Imagine being 16 and (hinking ror. our company-wide, mandato- vices branch will be hosting a free house was tailored to young people what it would feel like to die" said Not only did Gotz talk of his life ry programming is things like youth employment open house on between 16 and 24, but that the Gotz. during tlic Holocaust, he also spoke sexual awareness, alcohol Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 4 to 7 event is open to anyone wlio needs "It was a strange situation wait- of tlie importance of being political- awareness and activities like p.m. the service. ing for your own mother to kill you, ly aware. that," said residence co- Tlic open liouse is scheduled to "Tlie event is made for youths What happened in the tlirce years "If it can happen in Germany (lie ordinatorSarali Carmicliael. start with information .about the mainly but anyone is welcome at prior to that point to make her able centre of cultural activity before (lie "It's up to us how we run Ontario skills passport. tlic event." to want to do it, that's (lie story." war, it can happen anywhere else," the seminar but it lias to be The passport finds jobs and Tlic open house will take place at Tlie event itself allowed (lie audi- lie said. "Be aware," somewlicrc on our calendar," identifies tlie various skills used, the John Howard Society ence a glimpse into (lie horrors tliat "You need to know, find out said Carmicliael, The John. Howard Society Employment Resource Centre at 75 claimed so many lives. wliat is happening, because unless The Dec. 22 seminar in (lie employment staff will teach partici- Richmond St, Oshawii, Without aid of a microphone, we know tlie horrors tliat happened fifth-door lounge at 7 p.m, in pants about (lie Skill Passport and For more information about tlie Gotz's story became more heart- once (tlie holocaust) could happen South Village. its tools. open house visit tlic JHS wcbsite at breaking and real. again," lie said. As well as assisting in creating an www.jlisdiirham.on.ca THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 13 ^ NEWS Naterer big part of Engineering program By Derek Giberson unfortunate incident around i Chronicle Staff last year. I'll never forget tills in dent in my life. It was agaii Easldale and it was a playoffgai Dr. dreg Naterer's path has led ;it llie Civic, and I was going in fo him all the way hack home again. sack on tlie quarterback and I w "I actually went to elementary jii.sl so e.vciled. A fellow came fn school just down tlie street lirre llie side, tackled me from beliii about three kilometres away [at Sl. dove his helmet into my knees, b.i losepli Catholic School]... and I cally tore llie ligaments in my kne went lo high scliool at 1'anl Dwyrr," "He got a penalty, of cour said Naterer, who is now part oi the because I was blindsided, but tl Faculty of Engineering and Applied didn't help me at tlie time. I liad Science at U01T as Director of go llie hospital. 1 can't even renie Kesearch, Graduate Studies, and her wlio won die game. So tliat ki Development. of ended my football career," "1 followed (lie story of DOl'l' said witli a chuckle. very closely in (lie media over (lie After high scliool, Naterer w< past 10 or 15 years because I actual- on to study engineering at I ly grew up in Osliawa. It was very IJniver.sily of Walerloo, wliere exciting for me to reali/e tliere was obtained his I'lil) 111 mecliani .ill opportunity liere tlial I could engineering in I1)')."!. come back home. It's been a great 11 is carrer liegan willi a varied tlirill for me." ronsulling work for several coin Married witli tliree children, nil's, including Bombard aged 10, I, and :1, lie anil his family Manitoba Hydro, Westl. live in a home in Whilby his fallier Helicopter, and United Sp: built 25 years ago. Alliance. Naterer is currently teaching 1 Ie moved on to llie Universil thermodynamics and lieat transfer, Manitoba, Photo by Oerck Giberson wliere lie developed hut also carries several responsibili- largest refrigerated wind luiniel ties important to (lie department, MAN OF ALL TRADES: Dr. Greg Naterer working at one of his many daily tasks as its kind in the world and a la Including the establishment of a Director of Research, Graduate Studies and Development. water tunnel. new graduate program in mechani- Now tliat lie is at U01T, lie i< cal engineering. industries. (lie early stages, as well as work in Associate Fellow of die American (lie process of building n "We had a successful recent site "One of (lie tilings I'm doing," lie microduidics and nanotcchnology. Institute of Aeronautics and researcli labs, and although lie c visit (from the Ontario Council for added, ";s going to visit companies I Ic has also done work on a micro Astronautics, a substantial honour sidcrcd it a difficult decision Graduate Studies)," lie explained, and sec wliat opportunities there lieat engine, a power source tliat from a body of professionals witli leave die facilities lie liad cst it is and anticipated tliat the gradu- are for collaboration between uses heat from any source and con- more than 31,000 members. lislied in Manitoba, lie saw a woi ate program will be launched in industry and research expertise verts it into electricity by a system of While in high school in the early wliilc prospect at U01T. 2006, witli a PliD program appear- licrc." minisculc micro channels, and pro- '80s, lie played un his scliool foot- "It's a once in a lifetime oppo ing in the near future. lie also sets Natcrer's own rcscarcli includes jects involving de-icing of both heli- ball team. "1 aplaycd both ways; 1 nity to contribute to what 1 felt a up internships for students with work in nuclear-based hydrogen copter surfaces and power lines. played guard and I played defensive feel would be a top-rate univci companies working in related production, something that is still in Just recently Naterer was named tackle," lie recalled. "But I had an in the near future." Flu shot can protect you New sculpture at res By Lee Thibideau of tlie turnaround outside o Chronicle Staff south residence. but it^s not for The moose, long known a; everyone They stand perfectly still in one of Canada's most prolifi< fear of watchful hunters indicat- symbols, has been more am weather, the free (In sliot lias not hands, and as often as possible. " ing tliat they liavcn't yet become more sculpted around tin Vaccine been administered through our she said. use to their new sanctuary. greater Toronto area for (lie las veins. Also nutrition is key in keeping a Students can observe them, five years since ol' Mel Lastrnai Durham College student Josh strong immune system this winter. as one stands tall on a small liill was mayor of Ontario's capita can cause Ross decided lie would never get " By eating healthy, getting enough just outside the doors of south Several of die animal sculpture die flu shot because of bis aunt. sleep and taking vitamins your residence, while die other first made tlieir way to th "My aunt received the llu sliot cliancc of coming down with tlie llu patiently monitors (lie doorway Durham Region sliortly aftc problems and then slic liad tills ringing in tier isn't so high," Engelage said. at tlie computer commons. Lastman left office, rinding ears," lie said. "I'm not sure if tlie If hand washing fails, there arc These mighty moose have home at (lie Whitby BMW cs two are connected but I'd rather not ways to minimize your time off found a new home among (lie dealersllip located o take the chance." scliool and work. student population as part of Consumers Drive. for people " Campus Health Centre nurse Drinks lots of fluids," Engelage Durham College and UOI'J's lat- Who knows wliat interestin Teresa Engclagc says tliere is no said. "Sport drinks are great est sculpture craze continues. piece will soon join forces wit] with other connection between me two, but because they put nutrients back The latest addition, born Nov. tlie big '0', palm tree lookin tliere arc people who should get tlie into your body. Some people like 0, is a 5-foot tall, antler's to compass, and moose aroiiin flu shot and some tliat shouldn't. teas, or flat ginger ale." hooves, moose sculpture placed campus7 Perhaps we sliould tr " Tlie vaccinelias an egg base, so Some people arc off sick for between a few trees in die centre soinetliing unordinary? ailments anyone willi egg allergies shouldn't twenty-four liours, some are sick for receive die sliot, as well as anyone up to a week, but when sick, wash By Kristan Billing witli a fever," she said. your hands," Engelage said. " Tlie Chronicle Staff Although The Campus Health most important tiling is^to use a Donevan expansion Centre recommends die llu sliot to Kleenex so you don't spread (lie students and stalT tliere arc other infection." By Kristina Opashinov Osliawa and Alcatraz Skates. Believe it or not tliere is a large ways to keep yourself llu free this Since die flu sliot only covers a Chronicle Staff Oshawa SkBboard Park group of us left. winter season. few strrains of (lie infection it's approximately 10,000 square For one reason or another amid Engclagc says tlie best defence is important to take all precautions The Donevan Recreation and lias been packed witli a r;i the solemn warnings and cold hygiene. " Dilligcntly wash your possible. Complex lias recently undergone of skateboarders since its oper some building expansion and reno- The design accommodates in vations. users at one time, and featun Council approved $7.5 million quarter pipe with a 2.5-m Semi-formal tickets at Tuck Shop for expansion and modernization. radius. Tlie park also features The one part of (lie complex tliat boxes, pyramid, steps, stairs, i remained untouched was the and ledges, flat banks and By Sara Young The event will be taking place students can expect from last Osliawa SkHboard Park. ground. Chronicle Staff at the Sikorski Hall on Dec. 1. year's dance are "cool lasers, D]s The park was officially opened Tlie [lark is situated in a nat Tickets arc available in the Tuck and an MC and die decorations on September 2003, and lias been amphitheatre area for spcct Shop at $20 for singles and $30 will also be totally different," said filled to capacity ever since. viewing during competitions. Snow Ball is (lie annual semi- for couples. Toole. This amazing space brings chal- design of llie park caters to a vai formal event where all students Scott Toole from tlie Student Transportation is available to lenge and fun, and can be used by of skaters from beginner get to dress up and dunce (lie Association said about ;!00 stu- and 1'roni Durham College to skateboarders daily from dawn to advance, night away after enjoying dinner dents will be attending this year's Sikorski 1 lall from 6:30 p.m. to 1 dusk, weather permitting. There The Donevan Recren surrounded by (licir classmates, Snow Hall. Tlie differences tliat a.m. are exceptions: during special Complex is located at events singed by the City of Harmony Road Soulli. 14 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 Karate gives discipline for collegets

By Stephen McDonald martial arts movements, some Chronicle Staff Tac-Bo practitioners believed they were being tauglit self-defence. It's amazing how two simple This instills false confidence and words can influence (lie eniire could he disastrous, should practi- world. tioners be faced will. a liostile situa- On ;i small isl.nul cliiiin in die tion. Sea of Japan ;> simple means of "You can't really stop tliat kind o( self-defence was developed that, to tiling," says Coucli. "I think people tills day, evokes respect, dedication tliat think tliat way - you're not and fascination for millions of prac- going to change them, because they titioners worldwide. believe a certain way and it would Kara is (lie lapanese word for take something very serious to hap- empty. Tc is tlic Japanese word for pen to 'hem dial liopc docs not hand. Four hundred years ago, (happen). You learn stuff off (lie tlicse words were combined in tapes and you do tills (swings Ills Okinawa to describe an empty- arms around) and you hopefully get hand ngliting style tliat is taught (he away, or maybe you get hurt. And world over. During die Japanese you come out and go- gee, I'm going occupation of Okinawa (lie occupa- to have to figure out what (lie prob- tion leader, die Sliogun. outlawed lem is." die ownership of weapons by citi- When looking for a school ol /cns. Only die Shoguns militia, die martial arts (raining Couch insists Samurai was permitted to carry you should shop around. Many weapons of any kind. The citizens schools offer private lessons, fitness of die island nation realized they ddli facilities, and classes for needed (o defend themselves from women and children only. 1 lowcvcr unscrupulous samurai. Karate some schools offer a bafe-hoiics, evolved out of necessity and was traditional approach tliat may taught In secret. But wliat is behind appeal to you. tin's enduring legacy of a fighting The discipline and training just style? And wliat does it have to offer may be die balm to soothe (lie (lie modern college student? nerves and focus die mind of the "The bane of me college student struggling student. Photo by Stephen McDonald is putting off till tomorrow wliat can "If a college student doesn't sit be done today," says instructor SENSE! DAVE COUCH: Encourages college students to become more diciplined and down and do the work that is Scnsci Dave Coucli of the Martial take part in Karate required to get the mark, they don't Arts Centre. "(We offer) discipline get the mark. Tlicy don't get die that develops into self-discipline. training you understand die con- Korean Tac-Kwon-Do, the most Fad martial arts have sprung up success or (tic benefits of (lie suc- People view discipline as a negative cept of it, you get confidence, it's a popular style in western culture, all over the world, particularly in the cess they arc looking for. It's great ming. And it's not like the military- cliaractcr builder, you get good at it. and an Olympic demonstration U.S. In 1999 seven-time world to have goals, but if you don't have get down do pusli-ups, tliat kind of And then you take tliat person from sport, and a gamut of Polynesian karate champion Billy Blanks devel- the discipline to carry them out, tiling. It's a developmental tiling for licrc (die dojo, or training liall) to and Philippine styles, have much to oped a fitness system called you're In trouble. Decide what you us, it's encouragement." out there (into (lie world) and they offer. But what is (lie best style? Tac-Bo. want; determine (lie price you have The ability to remain focused on realize, if they can overcome die Hollywood would liave us believe . Tae-Bo struck a cord in die fit- to pay. And then pay the price. school or career can be a challenge, fear of a 200lb guy they arc fighting, there are superior styles that can be ness community, garnering celebri- Paying die price is the discipline even for the most committed. The llow tough can it be to sit at their mastered easily if one is desperate ty accolades by die dozen. Based on part." distractions of daily life can be over- desk and deal witli an irate phone enough and has the right instructor. whelming. However die mental call?" "What does the student want, and physical aspects of Karate arc Karate is only one style of mar- wliat does die teacher have to give," applicable to every aspect of mod- tial arts available to students. says Couch Sensel. "There is only Diwali is celebrated at em life. Chinese Kung-Fu, is a soft, (lowing teacher student - if you commit "It's a confidence builder," says style, heavily influenced by the totally to one style, and you have a Couch. "You use the physical as a movements of animals. Japanese good Instructor (there is) no superi- Durham UOIT gateway to die mental and eventu- Karate- (derived from Chinese or (style). It depends on what you College, ally spiritual. When you get some Kung-Fu and Okinawa Karate), commit to." By Dewayne Fanfair Chronicle Staff time," he said. The co-ordinator of the event, Swetha Tejpal, expressed how Celebrating the coming of the involved the students were and Ladies: Shopping for bras? holiday season is something most how open-minded everyone was people do every year. It's a time towards the festival. when families come togedier and "We are doing this because this the aura of happiness fills me air. festival was created to bring out the Think about health Well, there is also another type of warmth in people and most impor- your celebration, me which has many of tantly the religious aspect behind it same ele.nents that Christmas as well." she said. By Kristan Billing " When our breasts don't function properly, they get does. Chronicle Staff sick," Hyatt said, "and mat increases the risks for breast From October to November, cancer or cysts." University of Ontario students, Ladies, it's time to put your best breast forward. If "Women rarely ask for help," Oshawa La Senza cus- along with Durham College, cele- not for your chest, do it for your health. tomer service representative Kayla Jordan said, " I brated Diwali, the festival of lights Bursary According to Sunnybrook experts at Women's would say maybe one person per shift might ask if we celebrating the abundance of Health Matters official web site, pinching straps, puck- have a certain size." autumn harvest It is dedicated to ering cups and dreaded back fat all mean one tiling- it's According to Jordan the style of bra is more impor- Lord Rama and ttirec goddesses for Legal time for another bra. tant dian the actual size. "Women come In and ask for Lakshmi, the goddess of a prosper- Over 80 per cent of women fall into this category, a particular size in a certain style, but if we don't have it ous life, Kail-Chudash whose and over time they could put their health at risk. they still tend to buy it in die wrong size because they strcngui is used to maintain wealdi, Admin. "Wearing (lie wrong bra size not only puts you at like the colour or style," she said. and Saraswati, who is looked on for risk for cysts and breast cancer, it also eventually caus- According to Hyatt, young women make the mis- knowledge and wealdi. There were By Diana Greenhorn es sagging and heaviness," Healthy P'ras lingerie con- take of wearing padded or gel bras to enhance their many festivities in the university. It Chronicle Staff sultant Karen Hyatt said. size. was a vibrant atmosphere with stu- *Since breasts are made up of fat tissue, gravity will " These bras are like a sauna, and over time will have dents from both buildings passing

make everything droop- the breasts, face and neck," an adverse effect for the women wearing them, actual- through to be part of the festivities . The Bert Deject Bursary is Hyatt said." Without me proper support, the heaviness ly shrinking lier breasts over time," Hyatt said. as well as leam sometliing about available to full-time students of the breasts causes stooped shoulders, and slouch- Although measurement consultations arc free at La liow odicr religions celebrate holi- in the following programs: ing." Senza many slioppcrs don't take advantage of it." We days. Court and Tribunal According to Hyatt (lie difference between Healthy always offer measuring in the change rooms if some- Hindi DVD movies were being Agent/Paralegal, Law and Bras and regular bras is in (lie slielf. "Every single one of one wants to know their size," Jordan said. "We usually sold for $5. One of the students sell- Security, Legal our bras iias a shelf for support to keep everything liave (lie merchandise at the store and if not we can get ing (lie movies was In good spirits Administration and Police where it should be," slic said, "Many women don t have it from other stores." because of the interest people were Foundations. There is one all their breast tissue in (lie cup where it belongs, it's a " Wliatever (lie price range, buying a good, support- showing. bursary for each program val- sign they sliould have a bigger bra." ive bra is an investment in your future. If you don't look "What we arc doing is a religious ued at $250. Tlie deadline for Unfitted or under-wired bras sit on women s lymph after your breasts you will regret it later in life," Hyatt activity and having tills event at tlie application is Dec. 16, nodes, blocking the flow and holding In toxins. said. school is being done for the first E.P. Taylor the man who made it all happen

Iv Adam PnirihnmmB ___________^____ ...... By Adam Prudhomme aylor also served in llic Second Chronicle Staff______World War and came close to los- ing Ilis life when his ship was torpe- Mention the name H.P. Taylor doed while sailing across the around cilinpns and chances are Atlantic. He and oilier members of students will think of (lie pun locat- (lie ship were rescued when anoth- ed on llic Soutli side of the campus. er captain broke regulations to Inside (lie pub are pictures of a nian come back and save them. At the surrounded by horseracing memo- end of tlie war lie look control of rabilia. Hut liave you ever stopped many famous Canadian compa- and wondered wliy tlie pub is nies such as Dominion Poods, named after this man and wlio he Orange Crush, Canadian Food was? Products, and Standard Chemicals, Kdward I'lunket Taylor was among many otiiers. born into a wealthy family in Oilier than tlie campus pub, Ottawa in 1901. He used Ills grand- Taylor is probably most famous for father's brewery company, owning Windfield Farms. Tills was O'Keefe's, as a way to make his home to Northern Dancer, quite money. A graduate of McGill possibly tlic most famous University in Montreal, lie was a Canadian sire of die 20lh century, wealthy businessman and world By the '70s Taylor was tlie most famous horse breeder. That successful liorse breeder in terms explains (lie wall of liorse pictures of (lie money lie liad won. close to (lie bar at F..P Taylor's. In 1973 lie was named (lie Durham and IJ01T President Racer's Man of llie Year. A year Gary Polonsky lias worked closely later lie was inducted into the witli tlie Taylor family. He Canadian Sports I tall of Fame. described tlie Taylor's, wlio own Later in life Taylor moved to (lie Windrield Farms located North of Bahamas to enjoy (lie warmer cli- Conlin Road beside tlie campus, as mate and take advantage of (lie (ax "neighbors from heaven." Polonsky breaks lie would receive there. He negotiated a deal witli tlie Taylors lived tliere until 1989, where at the to obtain lanil for (lie expansion of age of tiU lie passed away. Today his Durham College. The Taylor family Plioto by Adam Prudhomme farm still stands, and his legend was more than generous donating, PUB NAMESAKE: A Picture of E.P. Taylor hangs in the pub commemorating his lives on in (lie liorseracing world. swapping or selling (lie land at a contribution to Durham College and the students who enjoy it. Tlic pub tliat sliarcs Ilis name is generous price. Polonsky estimates decorated witli Ilis image and vari- tliat 75 to 90 archers were donated ous liorseracing memorabilia, most by tlic family just out of tlie kind- ed to name it after E.P. Taylor. "I check witli the family first. "They O'Keefe's brewery from a small of which was donated by Ilis family. ness of their heart. was worried at first. 1 thought (lie laughed. They thought it was company into an extremely suc- So tlie next time you buy a round, When it came time to name tlic family would be offended," entirely appropriate." Tlie family cessful business, naming a pub tip your glass to ILP, the great pub it was the students who decid- Polonsky said. So lie decided to agreed tliat since H.P. liad taken after Ilim was more than fitting. Canadian horse nicing leyt.'nd. New veteran coin Writers Guild continues to ensure fair working conditions marks 60th anniversary By Stephen McDonald

ers such as (be CBC, TVOntario, CTV and Chronicle Staff ___ By Stephanie Wall "I didn't know they were out. I got it in Global. We also pursue payments on Chronicle Staff some change," he said. behalf of screenwriters and resolve dis- "A quarter's a quarter, but it was nice for Writing can be a tough business. The putes on writing credits." Next time you arc handed change, take them to do it." hours are long, me payoffs are small, tlie The Guild has many benefits that a look and see if tliere is a veteran coin in Chaput contributed to the war effort in obstacles can seem insurmountable, and would typically be supplied by an employ- tlie bunch. Tlie new coin is in circulation Europe from 1941 to '45 and Korea and the jobs can be infrequent and unfulfilling. er. This is of particular value to the free- and it honours the Canadian war veterans Cypress from 1950 to '71. He served 25 But for some tlie need to write, and be cre- lancer. and tlieir efforts to keep our country tlic years and, among other things, was a flying ative is not an option, it is a necessity. "Our members receive life and liealtli strong and independent one tliat it is. To officer and a tail gunner. He sat at tlie back Wliile tlic need for writing talent lias insurance, supplementary health care cov- celebrate tlie year of tlic veteran, (lie Royal of tlic plane and put tlie ammunition into never been greater, so is the need for rep- erage, and contributions to a registered Canadian Mint has issued a tlie plane's gun. resentation. Over die last two decades, retirement savings plan," says Farwell. new quarter to mark (lie "As a tail gunner, I Canadian production companies have "Terms in our collective agreements also 60th anniversary of (lie day i This quarter is was safe. Everyone enjoyed an unprecedented growth in the require producers and broadcasters to WWIended. was shooting at the film and television industry. While many contribute to members' insurance plans The quarter depicts two not meant to front or middle of the productions in tliosc formative years were and RRSPs. Screenwriters, wlio work as profiles, one of a young replace the poppy plane, I was safe in tlic foreign, Canadian produced, and co-pro- freelancers, now also liavc access to insur- peacekeeper and tlie other back," lie joked. duced films and television shows have ance and retirement benefits," of an aging war veteran. quarter. They're "I didn't know been steadily rising. Tlie Guild does have minimum They arc from different gen- similar but differ- wliere I was going, I The Writers Guild of Canada was requirements for membership, Farwell erations, but what they have only knew where I'd founded in 1991 by film, television and explains. in common'Is tlie respect ent. y been." radio screenwriters formerly of The "(Prospective members) need to have for their country. The other face on Alliance'of Canadian Cinema, Television liad one writing contract in our jurisdic- Guild of The coin, which was Alba Tiley the coin is that of a and Radio Artists, (ACTRA). tion to qualify to join the Writers designed by Ottawa-based peacekeeper. At Screenwriters decided to form tlieir own Canada. The contract must have been artist Elaine Gobel, was released on Oct. 17 Branch 322, Ken Mackenzie recognized union to focus on issues mat specifically signed within me last two years and must at Tlic Royal Military College in Kingston. the beret the peacekeeper on the coin affected writers, and founded the Writers be with a producer who is signatory to one It joins the victory nickel and tlie poppy wears. It's similar to the one he wore when Guild of Canada. of our agreements." quarter as war-themed coins in the Royal he served six months in Syria. He's a The Guild represents more tliat 1,800 Committed to developing the talents of Canadian Mint's Multi-Year Program. retired UN peacekeeper from Sussex, New writers working in multimedia produc- screen writing in Canada The Writers "This quarter is not meant to replace tlie Brunswick and is pleased with tlie coin. tions, coast to coast. Its mandate is to Guild of Canada will ensure another gen- poppy quarter. They're similar, but differ- "It's another recognition for the vets negotiate, enforce, and administer collec- eration can enjoy tlie benefits of domestic ent," said Alba Tiley of tlie Royal Canadian which is very important. It's a nice recogni- tive agreements, and set out the minimum talent. Mint in Ottawa. tion of the war effort," said Mackenzie. terms and conditions in the Guild's juris- "We will continue to help ensure fair The poppy quarter was designed for vet- Thirty million coins were produced and diction. which is independent English-lan- working conditions for screenwriters," eran's day 2004, while tlic profile quarter arc available through the Royal Canadian guage production in Canada. says Farwell, "as well as raise tlic profile of marks tlie Year of tlie Veteran in 2005. Mint in the form of a single coin, a roll of we are a union," says Barb Farwell, tlie screcnwriting profession. We will also At (lie Royal Canadian Legion Brancli coins and a silver coin. It's also distributed Director of Communications for The continue to work with the government to 322 in Ajax, 82 year-old George Cliaput in change. Writers Guild of Canada." We help ensure increase the amount of original Canadian from Lorctto Manitoba is the most decorat- Tiffany Fequct of (lie Royal Canadian screenwriters are paid fairly for the work dramatic programming on television and ed war veteran with two decorations and Mint says the mint takes about 200 orders they do by negotiating, administering, and on our movie screens to make It possible 10 medals. He didn't know tlie quarter was for the coins per day. "It will sell out for enforcing collective agreements witli inde- for screenwriters to make a decent living being issued. He didn't think much of it. sure." pendent producers, as well as broadcast- in this country." 16 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 ./A NEWS New addition to forensics at UO IT

By Chris Combley Chronicle staff "As part of dial we were belli) mined by National Geographic, says Forbs. "That was probably oni In Sidney, Australia tlif young of llie most interesting tilings I'vi woman more experienced than lier done." age, arrives at die horrific crime Slie said going tlirougli tin scene in front of lier. It's late at wliole process of filming am night, in a dark alley and no street- prrp;iiiiig for a documentary was . lights are working. Someone pass- little different. Slie was distraciei ing by lias discovered a dead body. and flustered by all (lie extra peopl( Most people would look away, looking over lier shoulder. Allliougl scream, cry, or back away in repul- it was being Rimed in (lie U.S, tli< sion at tlie siglit. two-hour program was only slicwi Not Sliari Forbes. As a forensic in llie U.K. because ofbroudcastiii) investigator it was lier job to exam- rights. ine dead bodies and solve murders. Follies work lias also taken lie No longer working in (lie Held, slie across Europe and the U.S. Slie lia: lias recently joined tlie DOIT facul- traveled to Europe several times. ty- "In fact I was in (lie U.S. prior K "'I'm quite happy working in getting my job interview here," sai( academia because they allow you Forbes. "Most of my travel lia; to do research," says (’orbe.s." 1 do involved work." mostly decomposition research Slie lias been lucky in being abli which some people would Find to attend interiiatioiial conference: (iiiile gruesome. 1 basically sludy as far away as England and 1 Ion) dead bodies that decompose." Kong. Slie was offered a position ii Now settled in her office I'D llie to teach tliere at (lie sam( Photo by Chris Combley Germany university's science department, time tliat she applied to UOIT. Forties is now doiiig what slie INVESTIGATING BY NIGHT, TEACHING BY DAY: Shari Forbes is now head of the Forbes said she loves living ii always wanted to do: teach. Forensic Science department in UOIT. Coming from Australia, she has finally set- Canada because it Is similar K " 1 don't want to he In tlie field, I tled in to teach what she knows best. Australia when dealing with thei want to teach (lie trade to others." justice system and way of life. 1 ler classes of students arc also Now tlie liead of (lie Forensic Chemistry," said Forbes. "It was a "I've lived in (lie suburbs of "IL\cc()t for driving on tlie wroiij glad slie decided to teach at UOI'l'. Science department in UOIT, Forbs seven-year university course." Sidney my whole life except for my side of (lie road, everything is simi "Sliari brings lier great attitude to lias achieved lier goals and more. Forbes continued lier education last two years In Australia," said lar," slie said. the classroom, wliicli helps with Her long journey llirougli (lie by completing a post-doctorate in Forbes." I moved from east of (lie In moving to Canada slie lia: tilis demanding course," said laws of forensics began after slie left forensic science. island to west for work." accomplished another goal she hac Forensic Science student Belli witli an undergraduate degree in Her profession lias left lier well Earlier this year slie visited set for liersclf. Slie is now teachiii) I lerbacko. "1 ler vast knowledge and Chemistry and Forensic Science travelled, something that was new Colorado after being invited to train others to reacli their dreams b; I1cld experience makes tier class from the University of Technology to lier until she graduated from uni- with a group of people dedicated to offering her teaching skills anc one of tlie most informative and in Sidney. versity and started doing research rinding bodies buried underground, bands on experience and DC am interesting in tlie university." "I also liave my PhD in Forensic work. caUedNECKO Search. UOIT. Draper a role model for success Sudoku By Stephanie Wall Chronicle Staff By Amy Valm Chronicle Staff disability but sometimes society's A new braintcascr is taking lack of understanding can be an over tliat can be found in most issue. I always liave tried to never newspapers and magazines. Nestled inside (lie human body give up and have people focus on Tliere arc even full books of amidst arteries and veins lies a me as a person, not my disability," them now; they're tlie 'new' muscle mainly known for its vital he said. crossword. It's called Sudoku function but also known metaphor- With a flair for writing Draper and it's addictive. ically for containing love, liopes, cliose Durham in part due to a great Some say (lie game origi- and dreams. experience at his high school co-op nated in Japan, others say In John Draper's case what lie placement at Osliawa This Week China. lias to cling tiglitest to is his brilliant wliere lie covered human interest It's been described as a sort mind and ln's dreams and determi- and entertainment stories. Among of Rubik's cube type puzzle nation. A Journalism graduate, bis favourite was covering Mamma because of its square design. Draper was born with Cerebral Mia and the Grammy's. It deals with inimbcrs.but has,, Palsy. Draper credits his success in nothing to do with math.,, "When I was born part of my part to tlie staff and students in his Maybe (hat's what makes it so\ brain didn't get enough oxygen and program and also to tlie IlEACH fun, tliere is no educational.' as a result I cannot walk, talk or feed Office for tlie accommodations tliat element to it. It's just a perfect myself. However, tlie oilier parts of tlicy provided. way to waste time. ;, my brain were not affected and nei- "The sight of my name in a by- "I play it at work on paper, I ther was my ability to tliink, reason line was enough of an incentive to play it at lionic on the com- and understand," he said in an keep me going," said Draper. "Also puter. I'm absolutely addict- interview via e-mail. (lie teachers of (lie program never ed, 1 can't stop playing," said Because of his disability, John wavered in the belief tliat 1 would Durham College student and uses a wliecl chair to get around achieve my goals and graduate in Electrician Apprentice Adam and lias a tray attached witli (lie let- June of this year." Bernacchia. ters of (lie alpliabct so lie can point ]ohn encourages other students The objective of tlie game, to (lie letters and spell out what lie with disabilities to remember tliat on a cube dial's nine by nine wants to say. He also uses special ever)' person is unique, witli tlieir squares, is to fill each row, col- software and PowerPoint presenta- own tliouglits and beliefs, He umn and 3x3 box with llie tions to be able to 'speak' to audi- admits to being happy despite Ills numbers from one to nine Photo by Amy Valm ences. Despite his setbacks lie disability and lie would ratlier liave inclusive. The difficult part is would be the First person to tell you respect as an equal than to liave NO HOLDING BACK: Journalism graduate John lliat no number can bo repeat- tliat everyone lias a disability, and peoples admiration as a disabled Draper wants students to know you don't need to ed more tliiin once in any of tliiit his is just more visible than oth- individual. walk and talk to succeed. those sequences so while a ers. "I liave liad some liurdles along number might lit in one col- "I think it is important to remem- (lie w;iy but so lias everyone. In my time, surrounded by positive peo- lic speaking business, which pro- umn, it has already been. ber tliat just because people have a life there liave been limitations ple who continue to believe in me," motes the idea of an inclusive soci- played In another wliicli disability doesn't mean they all placed on my academic potential lie said. ety by showing presentations tliat messes up (lie last row tlial tliink the same. Every person is and my desire for inclusion in soci- At. for John's future endeavors, he lias developed himself. "1 liope was just finished if you change unique witli tlieir own thoughts and ety. I have overcome lliese liurdles he plan&to do some freelance jour- to get married and win (lie lottery, I it. It s chiillenging but fun. beliefs. 1 am not hindered by my and continue to do so one step at a nalism nnd Is starting Ills own pub- can dream, can't I?" Surviving the holidays on a budget

By Jesara Cocks The Oshawa Centre is also olTering a stu- she said. Another route is baked goods. dent's called Plash a I.ittle, Save Keid, a first a treat the holi- Chronicle Staff saving plan lessica year veterinary Cookies are great during a Lot. assistant student, doesn't believe tliat retail- days. The program is simple. ers offer enough discounts for student shop- Wlio doesn't like cookies? We're stressed out, we have tons of work Plash your valid Durham or DOIT stu- pers. Ingredients are relatively to get through, we have little or no money dent card and save money. 'They don't usually advertise to students, inexpensive, recipes are easy to and to (oi) it all o(T, we liavc to go Christmas Tliat simple act will save you 10 to 20 per they advertise to (lie public," slie said. come by and many arc quick and shopping. cent on various purchases, witli some "They do have sales and cut prices, but un-complicated to make. Christmas time is stressful, tlierc's no restrictions. they don't discount students enough or Rcid said a college budget doesn't liavc doubt about tliat, so wliy make it any liardcr For more information and a list of partic- make an effort to advertise (lie discounts to make for boring gifts. than it lias to be? ipating retailers, visit anyways." "Try and do something creative," she Fortunately for us, retailers know what a wvw.osliawaccntrc.com. If shopping at the mall or digging through said. student goes through and many are helping Aside from student discounts, some sales racks isn't for you, or if you "lust because you liave a small budget us this Christmas season, and offering stores offer in-store discount areas. need an even cheaper alternative, doesn't mean you can't create a gift tliat is cheaper ways to buy gifts. Old Navy lias a large discount section, another great way to save money is inexpensive." The Student Price Card (Sl'C) offers a and if you're okay witli doing a little to think crafty. Held said slie liad baked cookies wealth of money saving options (his holiday digging, it can be a gold mine for great Making gilts Is possibly (lie cheapest way and oilier sweets in tlie [last to help make season. gifts at a cheap price. to get everyone on your list a great gift, Christmas more cost effective. The cards motto is simple, more stuff, Similarly, Winners offers name brands at and if you have ever perused a craft store, One tiling is for sure-when it conies less rules. discount prices, witli sonietliing for every- you know that much can be bought to Christmas shopping on a college budget, Good at thousands of retailers across one from dollies to books. for a few dollars. research is key. Canada, the card offers instant saving from With prices 20 to 60 per cent cheaper Held, wlio is buying for 10 people this Spend time instead of money on com- 10 to -10 per cent off purchases along witli than retail, (lie store is another alternative to Christmas, creates gifts to save money. paring prices, oilier perks. paying full price for brand name products. "I make creative tilings like a scrapbook," Doing a little legwork can save a lot The card Is good at many venues includ- Shannon Johnson, public relations she said. of money wlien it comes time to ring ing icstaurants, retail stores and even movie manager for Winners, said (lie company Aside from tlie obvious cash savings, In tliat rinal purchase. theatres. is a good option for students on a budget your loved ones will appreciate tlie time Christmas shopping should be At $7.99 (lie card pays for Itself quickly, because they always offer a lower price you put into the gift much more. about enjoying tlie siglits and sounds of and discounts begin the day you buy the on brand name labels. "Most people would ratlier you create a (lie season and buying tlie perfect gift card. Students arc familiar witli brand names memory than spend a million dollars on for your loved ones, but wlio really Cards can be purchased at various retail and can see (lie savings tliat Winners offers a present they may not use or have wants to pay full price for tliat perfect stores or online at www.spclive.com. versus other retail department stores, in 10 years; Held said. gift? Finding the Christmas spirit, but at what cost?

red and portly, lie was a thin man, So they kept tlie coal but got rid ings lie lias to run off to suicide rates go down around The true wearing a gold robe. of Black Peter and his stick, leaving appear in M&M commercials, the lioliday season. Gift giving from Santa Claus orig- them behind in Holland »;hcrc Radio Shack, Loon's. . . the list Psychologists theorize it's inally was on Dec 6. they're still a major part of (lie tradi- goes on! because family is gathered all meaning of It was mainly celebrated in tion tlicrc. Malls make money by liaving a around, providing love and Holland, and Santa Clans was Tlicn Coca Cola got their liands man squeeze into a Santa suit, sit comfort to those with the called Sinter Klaas. on Santa. on a plastic throne and cliargc darkest thoughts. Christmas The modern Santa Claus Is Cola sales would always suffer in parents just a small fee to have But that's the nature of known for giving coal to bad little the winter season, and they needed their cliildrcn sit on his lap, Christmas spirit. boys and girls. something to boost winter profits. get their picture taken "It came without ribbons! has been However Sinter Klaas had a And so Coca-Cola hired illustra- and a cheap candy cane. It came without tags! helper, Black Peter, who would take tor Haddon Sundblom in die 1930s "You sit on a throne of lies," It came without packages, bad little boys and girls and stuff to transform Santa. Will Ferrell's character yelled boxes, or bags!" cried the lost over the them into his coal sack and beat All of the drawings that accom- at a mall Santa in 2003's hit movie Grinch in Dr Seuss' book How them. pany Coke ads were drawn or plot- Elf. the Grinch Stole Christmas. Not exactly the kind of imagery ted out by Sundblom. There are a few good things Maybe that's something you want to present your children Santa is an extremely busy man. about the Holiday season. Christmas shoppers should years... with though. After posing for Coca Cola draw- Stats Canada shows that be reminded of.

By Jessica Klinkenberg Chronicle Staff

"Christmas? Bah! Humbug!" Those are the immortal words of German Engineered. Canadian Driven. Scrooge from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, and many shop- pers arc beginning to repeat that sentiment. Christmas catalogues were delivered a few months ago, and commercials are beginning to pop- up on the television. Stores and malls started sporting dangling wreaths, and obscenely sized candy canes by Hallowe'en. The eyes of slioppcrs are begin- ning to grow glazed as Christmas carols croon out of speakers, seem- ing to brainwash slidppers witli tlie need to spend, spend, spend! It's become a commercialized affair. If you want the spirit of Christinas, any store will sell it to you, and gift-wrapping is only a small lee extra. "It's all about greed," David Moxam, an Oshawa Centre shop- per said. Volkswagen Canada Inc. 777 Bayly Street West, Ajax Ontario US 7G7 Look at Santa Clans, www.vw.com www.audicanada.ca The original Santa Clans wasn't 18 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005

History of Xmas tree Tree lighting no longer a mystery ceremony brings Christmas to city By Jesara Cocks Homes were decorated with greenery and lights Chronicle Staff and gifts were exchanged. Coins were given for pros- perity, pastries for happiness and lamps to light die journey throughout life. ing off die bandslicll where they l-'nr most families ;> Christmas tree is synonymous In the Middle Ages Germans placed evergreen trees Kids enjoy preformed many original with the holiday season. inside tlieir homes or just outside the front door. Tills Christmas songs and unforget- The act of choosing the perfect tree, lugging it home sliowed tlieir hone in (lie upcoming spring. Robson table favourites. anil decorating Is a sign that Christmas is Indeed, just said dial our modem day customs evolved from those For (lie younger members of around the corner. early traditions. singing, (lie audience there was Terry In Canada, (lie Christmas tree has a rich past, dating Trees were brought into (lie liome and decorated and Rick, (lie kid-friendly music b;icklol7»l. during tlie 17tb century, and by (lie early 1800s (lie cus- actoutofPontypool. In that year, (lie first Christmas tree was set up in tom of getting a Christmas tree was a common practice dancing... They got (lie children ill) and Sorcl, Quebec by Baron I-'ricderick Von Ricdcsel. 1 Ie In upper class households. on their feet dancing, singing took a tree from the forest surrounding Ills bouse and In (hose days trees were set up and decorated witli and marching around to songs decorated it witli wliitc candles. paper decorations, popcorn strings and lit witli candles and Santa selected to keep them enter- The next recorded Christmas tree was 10-16 when on Cliristmas Eve and were removed on (lie sixth of tained. William Pryor in 1 lalifax, cut down a tree and decorat- lanuary. I laving a tree up before or after those dales T'lic moving around also ed it with glass ornaments to please Ills wife. was considered bad luck. By Sara Young helped them to keep warm, as (lie was just above From there, (lie custom spread quickly among Today much lias changed witli Cliristmas trees. Chronicle Staff temperature German and British pioneers. Stores display artificial trees as early as October freezing, reminding the public Today the season is celebrated in many ways because people want to purchase tlieir trees and deco- tliat inorc snow and winter throughout Canada, hut most families have adopted rations before tlie headache and crowds of Christmas A cool hrcc/.e sweeps weather is on its way. (lie Christinas tree as part oftlieir lioliday celebrations. shopping time. tlirough (lie air causing the No Cliristmas celebration Trudging (lirougli the snow in the frcey-ing cold to Many more people arc opting for (lie no fuss option leaves to rustic in the trees. The would be complete without the choose (usi (lie right shape and sixe of tree has become of (lie artificial tree because it doesn't lose needles or chill in the air brings a familiar arrival of Santa Clans. a tradition all on its own, and (lie decorating is a have any odour. feeling, one of chapped hands, He made an appearance iiioiiieiitous occasion. Families gather to decorate (lie Recently trees have been coming pro-lit and last red noses and me warmth bringing joy to the faces tree willi a variety of ornaments, from children's crafts year some could be seen fully decorated and ready set knowing dial Christinas is com- younger members of (lie audi- and popcorn strings to ornaments passed down up right out of the box. ing soon. ence and reminds them to he through generations. Tills year in the U.S. (here is a new Cliristmas tree Helping to bring tlie good to guarantee a merry The Christmas tree and similar customs have, been phenomenon, and it's upside down. That's right, Christmas spirit to die city of Cliristmas morning. seen back as far as (lie seventh century. upside down. Osliawa was (lie annual The tree stood alone in the David Robson. Extension Educator of horticulture Many stores including Target are carrying (lie trees, Christmas tree lighting ceremo- dark wliile tlie festivities were for (lie Springfield Extension centre in Springfield, which can be hung from a ceiling or wall. ny, on Nov. 17. going on. It wasn't until the tree Illinois, wrote a recent article about (lie different begin- Tlie idea is tliat (lie tree, wliicli also comes prc-lit The ceremony was celebrat- was lit that (lie focus of the citi- nings to our yearly rimal. allows for more room in smaller spaces. Target's web- ed in die McLaughlin bandshell zens was turned away from die Robson said tliat the Egyptians worshipped and sites says tliat tlie tree, "leaves more room on die floor at Memorial Park with guest bandslicll. treasured (lie evergreen tree. for gifts." Terry Johnston of local radio About 200 people attended When the winter solstice arrived cadi year, they Shcryl Karas, author of The Solstice Evergreen: Tlie station CKDO introducing local (lie event, showing tliat brought palm leaves into tlieir homes to symboli'/c History, Folklore And Origins Of The Christinas Tree, talent performing throughout altliougli the city is growing it life's triumph over dcatli. spoke of (lie new product in a recent USA todiiy article, the night. still has that small town atmos- Romans also celebrated the winter solstice, with a "Tlie shape of die tree is symbolic (pointing to heaven). The angelic voices of tlie phere witli people coming out test called Saturnalia, in celebration of the god of agri- "If tlicy tliougbt about it, they wouldn't turn it upside O'Ncill clioir (tiled die air echo- to share (lie lioliday spirit. culture, Saturnus. down." How Christmas carols came to be part of society

By Kristina Opashinov pagan songs, sung at the Winter Nativity plays in Italy in 1223. The in churches. Gilbert, collected lots of old Chronicle Staff______Solstice celebration. The Winter people in the plays sang songs Before public carol singing Cliristmas music from villages in They require no baking, no solstice is the shortest day of the telling the story of Christ's birtli. became popular, there were some- England and compiled them in wrapping and no cleaning up. year, usually around Dec. 22. These choruses were in common times official carol singers called carol books. Thus carols became Christmas carols and hymns are Early Christians adopted the language and people watching 'waits'. They were named after popular again. one part of tlie holiday season that pagan solstice celebrations for could enjoy and understand them. Christmas Eve, which was some- Carol services were held and never fail to lift the spirits. Christmas and wrote Christian Travelling singers started times known as 'watchnight' or people took up caroling in the The word carol actually means a songs to sing instead of pagan ones. singing these types of songs or car- 'waitnight' because the shepherds streets. This customs is still preva- dance or a song of praise and Joy. Tlie earliest carols were written in ols and tlie words were changed to were watching their sheep when lent today. One of (lie most popular The singing of carols originated in Latin and only sung by tlie priest suit the local situation. By the end the angels appeared to them. types of carol services is Carols by Europe. Many years ago these car- and church clioir. of the Middle Ages, carols even During Victorian times two Candlelight. These services are ols were not Christmas carols but St. Francis of Assist started started to be sung by congregations men, William Sandys and Davis held all over tlie world. THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 19 AMPm NEWS Santa Claus makes Gifts from the heart a By Ashley Austin personali/ed gift basket witliin your your theme. Then wlien you have return to Whitby Chronicle Staff budget. So if your dad is a coffee got all your items placed in' (lie "bas- By Adam Prudhomme drinker you can make him a basket ket", wrap it up and you are good to said. Tlie parade riins for ahoul witli two nice mugs, some different go, a very personalized gift lli.'il Chronicle Staff______an liour and a half and they need Christmas is only 27 days away types ofcolTee and some treats tliat looks great witli a lower cost than people to lielp show people and for too many people it creeps go well witli coffee, l-'or tliat poker Inlying a gift. wliere to go and to make sure tlie up every year way to fast. lover in your life, go out and buy Winter accessories at stores can Santa Clans is coming to event riins Those smoothly. wlio This holiday is supposed to he a them a chip set, a deck of cards, a l)e costly, so why not liead to town. In fact, lie's bringing a are can your interested send him an c- fun time spent witli family and strategy liook and put it all in a local craft or material store and whole parade with him. On 111 a i I a t friends, but because it is becoming neat little cooler so they don't have pick some nice or Saturday, Dec. ;1 (lie Santa Clans up yarn soft saiilaparade@'jciwhilby.com. more and more commercial, to leave (lie game for a drink. material and knitting kit and Parade will come to Whitby. Tlie is also try parade still accept- Christmas can also be stressful, you A great place for tips and ideas is knitting a gift. It's not nearly as liard The parade is slated to start at ing floats. Being in tlie parade is a want to to be able give your friends as it looks and you c

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Chris Lauzon Alana Scheffel Stacey Barron Delann Chard Second-year Human Katie Witzell , First-year Multimedia First-year Accounting Second-year Psychology year gy a Design Resources Yolth 'We eat Captain Crunch at 'We go out and cut down a "Eating turkey" breakfast." tree." "My kids both have their "Opening presents own Christmas trees in on Christmas morning." their rooms." women Great Pood - Full Menu - Full Bar What really Open 6 Days; Monday to Saturday 5pm-2ani/Sunday- Closed Every Saturday @ 5pm - The Best Jazz Matinee want this Christmas Wednesday, Friday. Saturday ® 9;30pm- Live Blues Band Every Sunday ® Spm - Chicago's Open Mic& Blues Jam ^ryJ^day® 9pm-Karaoke N There is a difference between "I love being surprised and '^ Make girls going into a store like tills even if llic suqirisc is ruined it's and picking something out for okay because it is the thought themselves and getting a gift from tliat counts," said 1st year Welcomes Durham College & Christmas tlieir boyfriend. Criminology student Kaity "Girls want something from Morgan. shopping for their boyfriend that is sexy. Not According to (he sales associ- University of Ontario Students??? just a normal bra and panties, but ate at Fruits and Passion in me the something their boyfriend would Oshawa Centre, girls are coming special girl think is sexy on them," said in to purchase hair sprays and Jennifer. What's wrong with cou- bubble bath products. Just in your life less ples shopping together? because that is what they come in "We shop together in La Senza to buy at this store doesn't mean stressful this and he will buy me something that this is wliat they want from almost every time," said first-year you. season Criminology student Kalty The sales associate suggests Morgan. suprising her with the newest Girls seem to like gifts that arc massage oils and body lotions. personalized with some thought Right now, Terra is the most pop- By Christopher behind tliem. ular flavour, slie said. Park "For Christmas it would be so Chronicle Staff "Guys don't have a clue what cute to get a picture of he and I in they arc doing when they come in a frame from him," said first-year lierc," said the Fruits and Passion Criminology student at UOIT sales associate. Girls. Why do they have to Lynsey Power. The cssentiiils: Girls may make things so complicated? Criminology student Amanda appreciate nice smelling prod- They aren't the easiest to buy Jardine said she'd like to take her ucts and half hour massages but for during the Christmas season. boyfriend to me mall for the day what do they appreciate the This is one field boys don't excel and hang out just (lie two of them. most? in, but give us some credit We do "I would love to go downtown They love being surprised but try, and just because we don't to the Baton Centre and take my at the same time they still try and know the right sizes or style, it boyfriend shopping with me so tell us what they want for

doesn't mean that we don't care. he has an idea what I like," said Christmas. What do girls really want most Jardine. Fellas, this Christmas it from their boyfriends? How are you supposed to sur- shouldn't be hard to buy for your Some are looking fora particu- prise your girlfriend if she is .girlfriend if you have been paying lar piece of clothing or a fancy always pointing at items she attention to them a little bit purse, but some arc hoping for wants at the mall? Don't worry They love surprises, so at least something sentimental, especial- about it if they are unhappy with their gift ly during this time of the year. Girls like to be surprised and then we still know that the Lingerie consultant at La this is something boys should thought of surprising them made Senza in Oshawa (Yes, I went into consider anyways. them the. happiest. La Senza.) said the most popular . item right now for girls between ages 10-25 is a corsette. Nothing fancy, but girls these days are picking up this item from a throwback to the 1800s in black or pink. "Most girls conic in lierc for our underwear," said the store consultant. ''Whether it is thongs, or g-strings, those two arc the most popular kind of underwear."

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Durham College-UOlT Chronicle NTEKEONMfNr B ad Reli gi o n s till delive rs

Bad Religion lias maintained a struggling under (lie weight of Bad 25 trademark melodic sound, in a Religion," Benlley said. "« out o( years music scene tliat is always chang- ever)' 10 plione calls was "1 need ing. The band lias weathered (lie KIO.OOO Bad Religion records'." numerous (rends tliat have come The band's stay on Atlantic and still and gone in punk rock, seemingly Records yielded four albums. In intent on creating tlieir own vision addition, tlie 1993 record Recipe of (lie music. Although liardcore Far Hate (originally released on punk lias always nirted witli heavy Epitaph) was sold to (lie label by going metal, creating many sub-genres of Gurewif/, in hopes of increased dis- both styles over tlie years, tlicre lias tribution and sales. Gurewir/ quit strong lieen a recent explosion (and tlie band in 1995 to concentrate on acceptance by mainstream media) running Epitaph, only to return to of bands playing nietal-inllueiiced (lie Bad Religion fold seven years music wliile utilizing the lyrical later. By Blake Wolfe themes and trappings of punk rock, "I tliink (lie tliouglit was (liat "If Chronicle Staff such as Darkest I lour and Avenged tliree guys on Santa Monica Blvd. Sevenfold, replacing (lie pop-punk could sell IfiO.OOO copies, think of 21ST CENTURY DIGITAL BOYS: Bad Religion, who sound as the genre's most accessi- liew many more Atlantic could Few punk rock l);iii(I.s last more ble style. sell?'," said. lll;lll;lll;llulftll()f;lll)lllll.S. brought their latest tour to Toronto on Nov. 15, are Bontley "It ended up not still releasing relevant punk rock after 25 years. "I like tliat better llian tlie sugar)' being true. Big doesn't mean bet- Of tliosc (hat do, fewer still are pop crap tliat was being forced ter." releasing relevant music 25 years down people's throats a couple Looking back on (lie band's into tlieir career. Bentley said, making reference to from (lie 19112 debut album How years ago," Benlley said. "If a band career so far, Benllcy is reluctant to Bati Religion lias achieved just U.S. president George W. Busli. Could Hell Be Any Worse'/, tackled lias tlie balls to get up there and say lliat lie would do anything dif- that. The six-piece Los Angeles "You just read (lie one story that (lie issue in a humourous manner play loud, it's going to lie much ferently if lie liad (lie chance, even if punk hand has existed since (lie makes you go, 'I can't believe tills is (vocalist Greg GrafTm impersonat- more fascinating to me;" it meant maintaining his family life. early days of the American hard- happening!', livery day some jack- ed a tclcvangelist in tliat particular Witli tlie aforementioned main- "My wife of 10 years just left me a core punk rock scene, graduating ass in Washington D.C. says some- song's introduction). The song still stream acceptance of what was year ago," said. "She said from Bentley garage hand status to interna- tiling, and you just say, 'I can't feels relevant, considering the once an exclusive music subculture "You're never here, you're always on tionally renowned performers. believe this is happening!'" recent remarks of televangelist I'at devoted to subversive ideas and the road'. 1 think in my head 'Is (lie (lie Over years, hand lias Bcntley sees Bad Religion's fans Robcrtson (described by Bentley as sounds, comes (lie sell-out tag tliere anything I would have done to seen its share of ups and downs, but as coming from a similar mindset. a'"kook")j"'t'onccrning his views on branded upon those punk bands cli;ni{{e (hat'!'', but 1 can't .see ;iny- has consistently put out a new He also believes tliat (lie general Venezuelan president Hugo wlio choose to embrace the olTer of ihing tliat would have made that record roughly every two years, populace of (lie posr-9/11 world lias Cliavcz, and (lie American religious a major label record deal. Bad any better." miicli to the cnjo'ment of their become more aware of current right's ability to rally its adherents to Religion, who left Epitaph Records According to Bentley, (lie band is worldwide fan base. Their latest, events. vote (lie Busli administration to a (Ifoundcd by guitarist Brett tentatively planning to start work The Umpire Strikes First, was "As far as politics go, if you find second term. However, despite Gurcwit/-) for Atlantic Records in on new material in March. In addi- released in June of last year. yourself at a Bad Religion show, I tlieir name, Bad Religion shifted 199'1, did so because, according to tion, tliere is also talk of another So what does it take for (lie veter- tliink you're a like-minded individ- (lieir focus away from TV preachers Bentley, (lie "band was growing solo album by vocalist Grcg GralTin, an punk band to still write music ual," Bentlcy said. "I wouldn't after "debunking" (lie issue, ready to exponentially" and needed a larger a follow-up to his 1997 record and tour after so many years? expect to find myself at a Bad move on to other sources of agita- label to handle (lie demand for Bad American Lesion. However, in true For bassist Jay Bentley, speaking Religion show telling someone to tion. Religion records. In addition, punk fashion, nothing concerning on the afternoon of their latest go sec Fahrenheit 9/11." "I don't pay attention any more," Epitaph had otiier bands tliat need- cither project lias been fiiialiml. Toronto tour stop, the answer is Bentley is quick to point out that' Bcntley said. "When I hear the ed attention and promotion, such "We just don't make plans, simple. (lie band was inspired in tlieir early name Pat Robertson or Jerry as NOFXand Pcnnywisc. The band because we never do tlicm," Bcntley "When you wake up in the morn- days by tile heavy presence of tclc- Falwcll, 1 just go, 'I'm done with returned to Epitaph in 2002 to said. "Every day you wake up and (lie ing, open newspaper and you vangelism in (he 1980s. Songs like you'. It's sort of like Mythbusters." release The Process Of Belief. .put out the fire - it's some new go, 'motherfucker!', tliat's it," The Voice of God Is Government, I-'or most of (lie band's existence, "Epitaph, as a label, seemed to be emergency." S tudents sret their fre ak o n

Taylor's on Friday, Nov. 18. on stage would have been nice for Sex Pub at Many students made (lieir way (lie sake of all (lie girls in atten- to this pub night to have to a great dance. time and get their free share of sex Disappointedly, she said, "There products being given away. This wasn't an equal distribution of guys E.R special themed pub night was used and girls." She mentioned to promote sexual awareness and that there should have been a male safe sex. Condoms, lubrication, dancer straddling the pole instead Taylor s vibrators and lingerie were all up for of just females. grabs. "My problem with all tlie pubs In centre stage of pub, a pole and this pub is that every single featured could be found with professional time they liavc sometliing on stage dancer and trainer Stephanie it's witli and girls and not guys," said Turner. Many-gathered to watcli Krissy Paragallo, a second-year giveaways, her and others show their skills on Early Childhood Education student. this metal shaft. Mark Nolan, a first-year General "Sex Pub is an awesome time," Sciences student, liad a different dancing said Naliccd Dosani, a second-year opinion. Medical Sciences student. Dosani "Tliere really isn't much female was having a great time and was not action here," said Nolan. This put a By Mark Arike looking forward to tills night end- damper on Ills night and lie was Chronicle Staff ing. quite disappointed. Ursula Tebulali, a second-year Nolan's plan of action after exit- "Let's talk about all the good Justice Studies student, felt tliat it ing pub consisted of very little activ- things and the bad tilings tliat may was just like any other pub night. ity. Photo by Mark Arihe be. Let's talk about sex." This line ."I really appreciated Sex Pub. It "Being that the likelihood of IN DA CLUB: Jennise Woolacott, Jessie Ganho and from (lie hit song by Salt N Poppa, was really fun. I liad a good time female companionship is low, I'm Raquel Periera at E.P. Taylor's for Sex Pub. The Let's Talk About Sex, accurately and didn't have any sex," said probably going to go home and event promoted sexual awareness and safe sex. reflected the tone of Sex Pub at EP Tcbulah. Slie said having more guys sleep," he said. 26 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 ^Tl^mg^MEVT NEWS OD S O puts on an outstanding show

Tliry pill on .111 dt'clrifying slum' seconds ;iflrr tlic nnal note for for ;i full house at tlieir Nordic r\ cryonc in the room to be on their Symphony Hxpressions conceri on Nov. "i, fc't't. playing Jean Sibelius's l''inlaiidi;i, Drforc beginning tlie symphony, Dmitri Shostakovich's Fifth I'.irisoito did something quite Orchestra Symphony, and Concerto for Flute unconventional, hut it was effective. and Orchestra by Carl Niclsen. fea- llr led (lie orcliestra in several turing a guest appearance by thfiiH.'s from tlic symphony, a hidden Estonian virtuoso flutist Maarika explaining each as lie went along. jarvi. Some would view this as looking The sliow opened with down his nose at Ills audience, as Finlandia, which includes a hymn- ihoiigh they were too plebeian to treasure in like theme in the middle that is iiiidt'rstiiiul (lie symphony, the probably one of tile most rccogni/.- sii'rrotypical elitism of classical and able pieces of music to come out of j;i//. musicians towards tlie rest of our rerion Finland. I'arisotto drew out of tlir llir world. Not so. Parisotto is fully orchestra a sweeping and national- iilliinrd to Ills audience. He clearly istic expression that was likely .ikiii ;ipprrci;ucs where they are and By Derek Giberson to the samr passion a premiere liow ilu'y could stretch (heir musi- Chronicle Staff Finnish orchestra would driivrr. r.il liori/oiis. It is llichestofcoinpli- If tlu'rr is ;i diamond in Tlie audience clearly enjoyed nu'nts. Diirli.'iui's rough, it (inist surely \w llie Iliitr concerto, ;i whimsical iiiid As .1 conductor, Maestro llii? Oshawa-Diirham Symphony lively piece, although its iincoiivrii- I'.irisollo k'.ids witli (lair and vivaci- Orchestra. tional modality could perhaps li.ivr ly. l)iil iirvrr appears over-dnimat- It would come ;is .1 considrnible thrown soinr less intisic;illy ir; Itis body movement and com- surprise lo many living in lllis imilU'rsrd listeners off balaucr, ;is iiiuiiic.iiioii with the musicians region - ;is it (lid lo nie - tlial iherr llie piece lacks a humble, easily niiiifli r.\;icily (lie temperament of is .1 professional orchestra ol sucli ;i llir music at the moment. Iijgh calibre h.isfd in Diirli.iiii. 11 there is something negative to \\'liilc so many Durham resi- One of the great- l)i' said about the orcliestra, it can dents who are fans of the ;irls would " only lie that it suffers from playing normally m;ikc (ho trek to Toroulo est pieces of the in venues that lack optimum to t;ikc ill .) syni|)liony or other 20th century. acoustics. Calvary Baptist Church major performance, the ODSO is and Community Pentecostal. now well overdue to be acknowl- (Shostakovich's Church, botli of which arc used for edged as one of the finest musical concerts by the orcliestra, liavc (lie institutions in tlic province, rather Fifth) acoustics of typical contemporary than simply an adequate regional - churches: flat and unresponsive. symphony orchestra. Since modern churches use sound Or, put another way, it is not that Marco Parisotto Photo by Derek Giberson systems to control audio levels, tlicy the ODSO Is an outstanding orchcs- ARTIST: Conductor Marco Parisotto has transformed are built to prevent even moderate tni for a region the size of Durham, digested theme. However, tills amounts of sound from reflecting it is simply an orches- seen as the Oshawa Durham Symphony Orchestra into a outstanding could also be a sign of local cultural icon in less than a decade. around the room - a bane to any tra. Parisotto's ambition to introduce orchestra, as a good acoustic envi- I liave lieard pieces by the mas- fresh musical concepts to his audi- ronment adds its own life to a per- ter composers - and pieces far less ence, music tlicy would perhaps The encore, almost ethereal in est composers and probably the formance. challenging - played in recordings not normally attempt to enjoy - and its beautiful and sublime delivery greatest from tlie Russian scliool of Fortunately, there are signs that by professional studio orchestras any good director's responsibility by Jarvi and the orchestra, brouglit the last century, attracted much a proper hall may be in the works that could not liold a stick to (lie must include not just his orches- the audience to their feet at the end. controversy over his compositions, for down the road. It would he wel- ODSO. tra's growth, but also that of his After a brief Intermission, tlie many of which were seen as veiled come - and well deserved. Under the baton of Maestro audience. orchestra returned to play attacks on Stalin's dreadful com- A final note; Tlic ticket price for a Marco Parisotto for the past 10 Jarvi returned to the platform fol- Sliostakovicli's Fifth. munist regime. student is $12. years, this ensemble lias undergone lowing the concerto to play Tills piece, which Parisotto con- Tlie orchestra, reaching full For an orchestra this tremen- a transformation from community Gabriellc Faure's Morceau do siders "one of the greatest pieces of stride for the evening within tlie first dous, the price is thievery. You will ensemble into a full-fledged orches- Concours rearranged for orcliestra the 20th century," is a challenge to few minutes of the first movement, not regret experiencing the tra with the clout and ability to tack- (the original is ii flute and piano play and a challenge to listen to. captured tlic tlirill of the symphony Oshawa-Durham Symphony le serious pieces of music. duet). Shostakovich, one of Russia's great- completely and it took only a few Orchestra. at school to help out B ackrow

own. Carrigan. Backrow be hours," "I'll here for tlircc said Backrow records will not be Sammis. "It's fun, we did this for receiving any profit from tills show. Busker Fest too." In an effort to raise more money Records Rich Carrigan vice president of for Music Matters, Backrow Backrow Records, said there will be Records wants to have students a show at the Dungeon Dec.3 for playing in the halls on a monthly the fans and all (he bands that were basis. The donations definitely go to wants to un able to finish the show at EP a good cause, said Carrigan. Taylor's recently on account of Backrow Records is based out of fights that broke out. Durham and currently doesn't sign give back artists for the simple reason (liat they don't have enough money yet,

said Carrigan. to the fans We want them to However, they do release compi- know we . are in it lation CDs of local unsigned artists dwy are working with and get them By Ashleigh Izdebski for them, and not into as many venues as possible to Chronicle Staff for us. do shows. Currently tlieir goal is to give artists as much publicity as possible 1 lave students taken up panhan- » to be recognized and get signed by a dling in the hallways? label. No, James Sammis a second- Rich Carrigan "We want to be able to pay (lie year Music Business Management bands we work with ami get them to student was playing his guitar last "We want them to know we are put on sliows," said Carrigan. "We Monday and collecting donations in it for them, and not for us," said will be releasing a compilation CD for Backrow Records music label, Carrigan. called Your Independent Music Fix, and for Music a that (lie Matters; charity All pronts will be split Volume 2. It will be available soon, Photo by Ashleigh Izdebski helps give instruments to elemen- between (lie bands tliat play, and with 20 songs. TenWill be hip-hop tary scliools with students who are (lie cost'of admission will only be and rap, and the others will be rock HALLBUSKER: James Sammis busks in the halls not fortunate enough to buy their $5. "It is our gift to (lie fans," said and alternative." and raises money for a good cause. THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 27 s^zyq^N^E^ Exploring the films of the Concert Notes Bedouin Soundclash unorthodox Cronenberg plays at Le Skratch llie monster lie's become gets spliced witli bar and grill (lie machine itself, killing him. These arc Controversial also examples of human decay. On Thursday, Dec. 8, (lie Kingston band, Dead Ilingcrs is about indentical twins Bedouin Soundclasli will be performing at Lc lieverly and Elliot Mantle who arc both Skratch billiard bar and grili, located at 200 practicing gynecologists. They run tlieir John St. W. in Osliawa. The band Is well known directors business successfully until they become for their lilt single "When The Night reels My dependant on painkillers and Elliot Song," tlie song tliat got Bedouin Soundclasli descends into madness and deatli. where they arc today. films explore In a drug-induced frcnxy lilliot begins to Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the view women as deformed and creates door. It is a 19-plus show, so bring a piece of state-of-the-art medical instruments to acceptable government ID. The doors open at human mind operate on (liem. The technology and body 7 p.m. and (lie show will start at about U p.m. theme culminates in a shocking scene For more Information call 905--13B-OOOB or log wliere lie attempts to use tlie strange on to www.lcskratchosliawa.com. instruments. and body The sexual relationships of the twins Poor Pelly and the continue Cronenberg's examination of By Riley Hoffman taboo sexuality. Tlie twins enjoy sharing Kent with Elliot Chronicle Staff women wlio believe they have been witli Boys evolulion. one person. They take turns witli women The concept lliat television could affect until one discovers llieir secret and ends up BROOD at Catch 22 In Ills nims, Duvid Cronenberg lias human development is llie film's technolo- being witli both of them. explored many l)iy.arrc concepts evolving gy and body integration theme. Human decay takes a psychological Poor 1'elly and The Kent Boys will be play- froin Ilis beginnings ill physical horror to Main character Max Ilenn's sado- form in this film when the twins become ing witli Elliot BROOD on Dec. 8 at Catch 22, more psychological forms of terror. While masochistic relationship witli Ills girlfriend addicted to drugs and start to break down located on Ontario Street, in Osliawa. The Ilis style lias developed greatly since lie Nicki Brand reveals (lie film's taboo sexual mentally. The decay becomes physical show will start at 0 p.m. Poor Pelly and The emerged in (lie mid 70s, many themes dial theme. wlien F.lliot is kilL'd by Ilis drug abuse. Kent Boys will be performing at around 10 p.m. were established early in Ills career contin- I lumaii decay is found in Ilenn's expo- Since Ills 1975 debut Shivers, If you happen to miss tliat show, don't ue to occur in Ills work today. sure to Videodrome, Ilis escalating halluci- Cronciiberg lias been mixing technologi- worry, because Poor Pelly and the Kent Boys The middle of Ills career sliows nations and declining health. cal, sexual and destructive themes to create will be playing at The Velvet lUvis, 221 King St. Cronenberg in transition, mixing physical Tlie Fly is Cronenberg's remake of (lie compelling explorations of technology's H., Oshawa, on Dec. 30, witli Elliot BllOOD and and psychological terrors before focusing 195U dim of the same name. Scientist Setli impact on human behaviour, embracing B.A johnston. Again, Poor Pelly and The Kent mostly on tlie latter. Hrundle is building a (deportation technology and at (lie same time warning Boys will be playinr, at around 10 p.m. and (lie Vidcodrome, The Fly and Dead Ringers machine and in a terrible accident his of its potential dangers. cost is $0. are films witli many shared themes used by genes become spliced witli tliose of a lly Cronenberg llirougliont Ilis career. Most tliat had entered (lie machine. Gradually predominant oftliesc are (lie integration of lie gains fly-like abilities and grows into a technology witli llie human body, strange grotesque creature. or taboo sexual themes and human decay, While Hrundle is still human in appear- iiirntal or physical. ance lie gains incredible energy, having sex Videodrome is about a television chan- witli Ilis girlfriend for liours and without nel tlial causes a tiiiiiour in anyone who any sign of slowing down. This is another watches it. As (lie tumour develops it pro- example of Cronenberg's unusual sex duces hallucinations distorting tlie way the scenes. infected person perceives reality, eventual- Technology is integrated into llesli ly killing them. An underground organiza- wlien Brundle becomes increasingly tion believes this is the next stage in human deformed by Ilis own machine and wlien Potter film a dark joy, dispels sequel trends By Kristina Opashinov Although the cup knows to pick one person Chronicle Staff wlio exudes these qualities from each scliool, it doesn't know tliat Harry is underage. As usual Harry faces ridicule from Ills fel- The most anticipated movie of tlie year is low students and has to face a gossip also one of the most successful running Him reporter. franchises. He is able to come out of everything but Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire proves not without a scratch. This time lie is burned false the stereotype of sequels. by dragon's Fire and tortured by Voldemort's Every time a curses. Harry Potter movie The Him provides is released it is more comic relief as well, successful than the witli Argus Filtch the last, this one includ- caretaker of Hogwarts ed. School misfiring the The fourth cannon tliat signals the installment of Harry beginning of each com- Potter is dark and petition and nearly tak- for all DC/U01T students creepy and intend- ing out some students. FREE ed for the brave at The Him also deals heart. Along witli witli teenage issues like the return of Lord dating and hormonal November 29th vs. Volcdemort, Harry HIT THE BOOKS: The three changes, and tlirows >j^ must battle dragons, stars of Goblet of Fire prep for Harry and best friend light mcrpeople and the tri-wizard tournament Ron into a panic about Fleming Knights get out of a treacher- not having dates for (lie ous bewitching maze. Yule Ball, Harry's name is unknowingly entered into The Goblet of Fire exposes the darker side the Tri-Wixard Tournament, a dangerous of the magical world and some scenes are so competition wliere a student is chosen from nightmarish tliat children shouldn't \w

the action oh the-FreQ@^ . ' "Catch jV^ . each of three different scliools to compete for watching. 1^.1’,’1;. "^.^ :.,:::^,^;^..r"-..;.^. -s-.’^,., ; :-^y» eternal glory. Although dark and dangerous limes lay www.thefreq.ca orwww.d u rha m I ords.cqm^^^^ " r The Tri-Wi'/.ard Cup selects eacli competi- aliead for Harry this film illustrates Ilis adven- tor based on courage, and cleverness, ture beautifully. 28 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 2ffl\MVT NTOS (YZone surrounds air waves

By Mark Arike "I loncstly, their sliow is unreal. Chronicle Staf( They play great tunes. I love it!" said Stephen Mousmnnis, a sccond-ycat Sports Management student. Hotchcd surgery. That is how "They arc (lie only ones (hat I lis- second-year Sports Management ten to. They give the Dc;in Bliindcll student Adam Preston l.ord show sonic heavy competition,' describes ihc radio show lie co- said Mousmanis. hosts witli first-year journalism stu- Mousmanis finds himself mak- dent Matt O'Uricn on The FrcQ. ing song requests whenever he The O'/onc, a new addition to finds the chance. FreQ programming on If he is able to get out of class Wednesdays from -1 to 6 p.m., focus- early on Wednesdays, lie ruslics es on playing classic rock music. home to tune in. He first heard This is llie first time tliat (lie two about tlie sliow through word ol Durham students have put on a live mouth and knew tliat lie liad to nidio sliow. check it out. "I wanted to get out there and be Dennis Wood, a sccond-ycal ;i part of the college community," Sports Managcincnt student and s.ild O'Hrien. In Ills opinion, (lie eas- regiilar listener, enjoys the sliow foi irst and most enjoyable way to do (lie humour its liosts provide. lliiit w.is logo on The PreQ. "I enjoy listening to some classic "A good friend of mine, Mike rock and some spectacular jokes on Duiulas, just kept pusliing me into a Wednesday afternoon for two show business. One day, me and hours," said Wood. Overall, Wood is O'Hrien met over some coffee and pleased witli tlie current program realized lliat we wanted to do tills," hut suggests tlial on-air contests said l.ord. and faculty interviews be licld. Witli 0'Bricn initiating tlie entire One sliow in particular, stands idea and going through an audition out in Wood's mind. process, me sliow was set to launch. "Adam told one of the listeners in "I've got a great sliow and a great the Market Place that lie had a nice slot," said O'Brien. In addition to ski-jump haircut after tlie guy made playing classic rock music, (lie duo a rude comnicnt to them in (he stu- injects their own style of humour dio," he said. For Wood, these Photo by Mark Arike into each and every broadcast. They moments arc memorable and they UNIQUE SOUND: Matt O'Brien (left) and Adam Preston Ward host The O'Zone also announce upcoming events also keep everyone "on tlieir toes." every Wednesday's from 4 to 6p.m. The guys are not fans of censorship and and provide promotional informa- Station Manager of The FrcQ, speak their minds freely. tion. Kris Dickerson says that he has Guns N Roses, Whitcsnake, and heard positive feedback from listen- Twisted Sister are just a few of the ers. Messages that were posted by artists that the two play from (lie listeners on The FreQ website were '80s. supportive of the new show. O'Brien views the work as a pos- "The music they play is relaxing War clothes at Museum sible jump-start to a future career in and fit for tliat time of day," said television or radio broadcasting. Dickerson. Other shows have By Hollie Wick Lord sees it as a way to gain respect, played similar classic rock music, Chronicle Staff years ago in Vancouver. It is still on people in history. confidence, and more appreciation but O'Brien and Lord have created display today. "The closest way to get to the from girls. Combine the two per- their own style of humour to go Walford has been collecting people in history is their clothing," sonalities and you get a show that's along with it, explained Dickerson. War + Fashion = WARdrobe. items for this exhibit for me past 27 he said. off me hook, says O'Brien. "I think it's a good show. They Kickshaw Production's exhibit, years. When he Ends pieces that Kickshaw Productions has other "We aren't fans of censorship," have a lot of potential," he said. entitled WARdrobe, is at the duplicate each other, if one Is in shows around the Toronto area as said Lord. Sometimes they can become a little Oshawa Community Museum, better shape he sells the other to well. WARdrobe will be on display Both O'Brien and Lord tend to too "excited" but as long as they Lakeview Park on Simcoe Street, interested customers. When in Toronto at the Spadina Historic speak their minds and compare keep putting out the quality show until the end of November. WARdrobe is not on display at a House and Museum from April to themselves to die likes of Howard mat they are they will keep getting Jonathan Walford from museum the clothing is hung up on June 2006. Also, until January 2006 Stem in their carefree and comedic good reviews also he said. Kickshaw Productions, the main racks and in drawers in his house. there is an exhibit of 1960's paper ways. For those who have yet to heai collector for the exhibit, explains That is the main reason why he dresses called Ready to Tear at the Some listeners have been tuning the show, it can be heard online at WARdrobe as a range of clothing must sell clothing that is not need- Oakville Museum, and a vintage hat in to the show on a regular basis. www.thefreq.ca worn by women around the time of ed anymore. exhibit in Oakville from January to the Second World War in Canada. "I don't want to live inside a clos- March. Not only day-to-day fashions but et," Walford jokes. For more information on also the military and nurse uni- The inspiration for WARdrobe WARdrobe, Kickshaw Productions forms worn by women who were was simply the love of history. and other exhibit dates and loca- actually there. The clothing in the Walford says he has always been tions visit www.kickshawproduc- exhibit comes from various places. interested in history, especially tions.com Walford says, "I get the clothing anywhere that I can.' The various places consist of eBay, original owners, vintage All work done on the Premises clothing stores, antique stores, and torn down houses. The cost of clothing this old can be pricey espe- cially since vintage has become such a big fad Walford said. 1330RitsonM. N. "Twenty years ago tills clothing was much cheaper, but as it ages it Oshawa, On. L1G6Z6 becomes more precious and more Sam Terzo expensive to buy," says Walford. It also doesn't just fall into his lap (905)433-1636 all the time. Most oftlic time it con- sists of wiliting for the right pica's to show up. Walford remembers once u'lien one ofllif piece's lir dis- plays was given directly to liiin from a womiin whose .iiint \v;is ;i

nurse in the war. Sill-gave it lo him " T\ -I'-'-V ^W'-f'Sv-f'&^ as a gift iiiid VViillbrd proclaims Present^- thisil"'^* coupon Af^ (hose types of pieces mean llie and receive :^ most bec.iiise they have ii siory behind (liein, The first item lie acquired lor the .^oir^ll . ^/, dry cleanmg^;^ f.\liil)it w;is ;i j.ick-rt lie found 25 excludes su&de ami iMithgr^ THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 29

"Social activism is more than giving of "When it comes to involvement in social issues, I think there's an your checkbook. It's giving of yourself." in-the-trenches approach that really distinguishes Unitarian Universalism from other religions. "I look around me and see people devoted to the sanctuary movement for political refugees. Counseling for drug and alcohol abusers. Homeless issues. Gay

and Lesbian rights. And...well, the list of causes goes on and on. ; "But what most impresses me is that these poeple live their attitudes toward social justice. It's part of their careers. Their family lives. Their social lives. And, of course, their spiritual lives. It's part of the whole package."

Meeting 10:30 on Sundays 45 Cassels Road Brooklin Brooklin Community Centre Phone: (905) 655 - 8740 Please explore further at: www.uucd.ca 30 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 MTEREUNMENT NEWS D olls arous e club crowd By Kristan Billing Chronicle Staff Palmer is a star. She owns (lie stage. Everything slie does lias so much attitude and Among the crowd of onlookers charisma wliellier it's (lie kicks there Is ;i corsctcci woman in front she gives from her piano stool, or of the stage with an antique frame just walking (lie stage speaking to in one hand while her oilier points the audience, which expressed it's towards (lie growing crowd. Her reaction by sending waitresses to face is frozen in position. (lie stage witli bottles of beer for Slie glides through (lie crowd die singer, for which she tliankcd unaffected by the chaos behind lliem, before chugging (hem hack. tier, where a nearly naked bur- As charismatic as Palmer is, lesque dancer lias all the young slie found an equal showman in men nervously crossing tlieir drummer BrianViglione. unns. Taking breaks from his drum It's only nine o'clock, but llie kit, he would play base and then crowd has seen a naked woman, guitar like it was second nature, witnessed a couple spin them- but watching him on (lie drums is selves in a giant silver lioop, and like witnessing a theatrical perfor- watched as a magician hammered mance, his face gives the same a nail into Ills nostrils. quiet enthusiasm as a mime. Tills is not a freak show, but just After playing for more than an another concert for cabaret-rock liour and a half, die crowd went duo The Dresden Dolls-The Dolls wild calling The Dresden Dolls played The Mod Club in Toronto back on stage for a few last songs. recently and it was exceptional to They complied. say (lie least. The Dresden Dolls are current- Switching between shimmer- ly on tour witli Faun Fables and ing piano and enraged lyrics the Devotchka and are releasing a live dolls make It seem as though the sion instead of a rock show. about tlieir music is disturbing. But even witli (lie terrible cold DVD (his month. audience is witnessing a confes- Tills is not to say everything Some songs arc actually upbeat. she had that night, Amanda Neuraxis delivers reputable album

skill and creativity of this work will the chaos. Long-time drummer, Alex Metal fans likely shatter any doubts fans of Tlic musicianship on Trilateral Erian, recently left Neuraxis to metal may liave liad towards tlic Progression is flawless in all focus on his other band Despised relevance of this band. departments. The album is full of Icon. On Trilateral Progression, Ills will enjoy Neuraxis has put together a imaginative and expressive guitar replacement Tommy Mckinnon release both heavier and more playing that at times borrows from has given new life to the band with cohesive than the band's last other styles. Black metal influence his tight and versatile perfor- expressive album Truth Beyond. At times this is found on A Curative Struggle mance. album was difficult to enjoy and classical guitar playing is used This must be what Neuraxis has because of moments that sounded on Axioms. Thankfully, or unfortu- been attempting to accomplish and melodic arbitrarily composed as if the nately, depending on tastes, the since the beginning, to create me band's enthusiasm to write chal- mctalcore influences found on perfect balance of insanity and lenging music needed to be songs like Of Divinity on Truth cohesion. It has taken four albums, guitar work focused. Beyond, arc gone but diey've found diat balance and On Trilateral Progression, die Vocalist lan Campbell has made it work brilliandy. Assisted a place for Neuraxis as leaders in songs flow well and compliment developed his skills to an impres- by die album's beautiful produc- By Riley Hoffman tlic Montreal metal scene along- each other making it easy to listen sive level utilizing different styles tion, die band sounds more confi- Chronicle Staff side bands such as Cryptopsy, to in its entirety. Each moment in his intense and passionate per- dent than ever. Gorguts and Kataklysm. sounds as if it has purpose. formance. His main bellow is com- The future for Neuraxis seems Imagine music tliat blends bru- Nowhere is tills more evident than parable to that of former bright and full of opportunity. After "Forward thinking metal," the tal death metal in the vein of in Cliamber of Guardians when a Kataklysm vocalist Sylvain Houdc. moving from small Canadian label motto of Willowtip records would Suffocation, melodic guitar work guitar riff is used tliat liad closed His other vocal styles include high Galy Records to the more estab- be a fitting way to describe tlieir reminiscent of At (lie Gates and the previous track A Curative screams as used in A Curative lished American label Willowtip, newest signing, Canadian death tlic progressive song structure of Struggle. It might seem like a bad Struggle, a more guttural, inlialed tl',^y released an album sure to inetallers Neuraxis. bands like Atheist. With their idea to use die same riff in two style as found in Chamber of become a fan favourite. ; The band's Willowtip debut fourth album Neuraxis lias devel- songs, but in this context die famil- Guardians and a gruff spoken style Heightened exposure is coming Trilateral Progression will solidify oped this style like a science. The iarity adds an element of control to found only in Thought Adjuster. and Neuraxis have earned it. Sylvie has potential to make it big

perhaps been die most promising teurs Sylvie. Formed in 1999 in Throughout the album's 12 Balancing as far as international exposure Regina, Sask., the band has tracks, the vocals of Joel Passmore and "cool" status goes. released one full-length album, and Riva Farrell Racctte, guitar pop-like and No longer is the Great White 2003's I Wish I Was Driving. Witli and bass respectively, cross wires North regarded as the spawning An Electric Trace, die band just and either mingle languidly or ground for such un-hip artists as may have released its break- drive forward, depending on the nostalgic Tom Cochranc and Shania Twain. dirough record. Combined witli mood of the musical scenery. The current crop of Canuck indic- an exhaustive touring schedule, an Creating a nostalgic atmos- tunes, Sylvie rockers, led by such notable acts as appearance at annual music phere one minute and playing The Arcade Fire and Broken Social industry-networking festival straight-ahead pop die next, such enters scene Scene, is forcing music journalists NXNE, as well as a partnership as in stand-out track Shopping to re-evaluate the musical land- with Canadian indie label Aisles, Sylvie manages to balance scape north of the 49di parallel, in Smallman Records, 2005 might be the bittersweet and die saccharine By Blake Wolfs particular the twin forces of the band's best year yet. to create an enjoyable piece of Chronicle Staff Montreal and Toronto, the respec- Taking cues from other con- witli (lie idiosyncratic lyrics and indie rock that should draw both tive hometowns of the aforemen- temporary indie-rock illuminaries, keyboard lines of Seattle's Minus the cynical, bespectacled emo tioned bands, An Electric Trace employs the The Bear , with more than crowd, as well as a more casual For up-and-coming Canadian Quietly waiting in the wings male-female vocal dynamics of a casual nod to indie bands sucli audience curious to hear what rock acts, the last few years have have been post-hardcore provoca- Pretty Girls Make Graves coupled as At The Drive-in and Braid. Canada's prairies liave to offer. THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 31 RmumMENT NEWS Ed co - ho s t has o ther plans Liana Kerzner still wishes to be a novelist some day

By Mark Arike Chronicle Staff

She works alongside one of (lie most contromsiiil characters in Canadian television. Hut, being one oftlie stars of a show that lias beaten out jay I.cno and Lettennan in (lie ratings depart- ment was never on the to-do list. Liana Ker/ner, known to most as Liana K., is tlie 27 year-old co- host ofHd's Night Party. Models in tlie hot till), celebrity interviews, and Ed's comedic skits have been (lie make-up of tills 11-year run- ning lilt series. before tlie enter- Long liitting Photo by Mark Anke tainment scene, Kcrzncr studied English Literature and LIANA KERZNER: Famous late-night host Ed the Sock working well with co-host Liana, who also models on the Anthropology at York University. sometimes controversial, top-rated talk show. "I wanted to be a writer," said Kcr/ncr at the Great Canadian and crcwmembers and said slie Awards, meeting "cool" people, there's certain things tliat you just of wack. Wrestling Expo on Sunday, Nov. enjoys hanging out with them and going on a float in Mardi Gras can't control. You always tliink In the future, slie plans on pur- 6th. After a year, she faced a when possible. are just a few other adventures. about llie missed opportunities suing a few of her own projects. writer's block and found it liard to "You don't actually have a lot of "I got to go to Vegas for (lie and tilings you screwed up on," "One day I want to write a fanta- deal witli some of the criticism Ir^r time to hang out when you're in sliow. I probably wouldn't have said Kerzner. sy novel. I've started four and tlicy work was getting. This is when slie television. It s a lot of long days. gone on my own and it was a real- Missing cues or n(K hitting your all get bogged down," slie said. Her stumbled upon Ed and his sliow. You work 18 days straight, then ly good experience. The whole job marks are just a couple concerns current busy schedule makes it "There's a certain element of you just crash and become com- is kind of surreal," she said. Waking that go through your mind, she liard to work on these goals. luck to anyone wlio ends up in an pletely anti-social." Kerzner says up and realizing you finally made it said. It's easy to forget the good Ed's Night Party is a hit and this entertainment job," And slie was in that she gets to work with a good in (lie business after busting your performances and dwell on (lie co-host doesn't sec an end in sight. the right place at the right time. group of people who have not only butt for so many years gives bad. "I think lionestly, tliat tlie show Kerzner met Ed during a live event. been hired because of their talents, Kerzner a feeling of satisfaction. With some of the rauncliy con- would end if we became bored of She struck up a conversation with but also for tlieir ability to get along Because of the adult content on versations on the show, it's easy to it. It's a part oftlie station's identity him about the dancers on the with others. the show, critics come with the ter- cross the line. right now. We've got a few more show. This led to her first steady The intrigue of television to ritory. Surprisingly; however, "I've lost my ability to judge seasons out of it at least." job on the set of Ed's Night Party in Kerzner is being able to communi- Kerzner says shes heard more when something has gone too far," For now, Kerzner has a limited 1997. cate to an audience in a funny and positive than negative comments. said Kerzner. edition calendar out with a differ- Kerzner spent years behind the entertaining manner. Also, touch- "Of course, you do get the nega- In television today, she believes ent theme for every month. The scenes before appearing behind ing on controversial issues and tivity, but not as much as I thought that gruesome violence should be sexy photos found inside are tlie camera. receiving feedback is something It's great to get a reaction out of more of a concern to people than something that she never would "I built the set, did writing on that she appreciates. people and touch them." some nudity and coarse language. have imagined licrself doing. the show, hired the dancers, co- She finds it exciting when view- Before each taping, she still With the normalization of vio- Late night television viewers ordinated content, and was in the ers praise her for finally touching experiences a certain amount of lence in children's programming, can catch Ed's Night Party every control room for shows. I did a lot on a subject that has been on their anxiety. Various elements of Kerzner thinks that showing "a few Friday at 11:35 p.m. on City TV. of different jobs," she said. Her co- minds for ages. putting on a good performance are boobs" on Ed's show shouldn't be For those who can't get enough host job started a year ago. A job in the entertainment constantly running through her tlie major issue. of this dynamic duo, visit Over the years, she has built industry comes with perks. mind. She said today's morals are out www.cdthesock.com. good relationsliips with me cast Working at tlie Much Music Video "You want to do a good job and PROVINCIAL DRIVING SCHOOL Movie plots lack interest Defensive Driving Instruction Tel: (905) 436-9402 By Dewayne Fanfair million, Passion of the Christ, they liked this year, but overall Chronicle Staff which made $370 million, and they were disappointed in the J^ll^s^.. Shrek 2, which had an amazing quality and taste of the movies $440 million in sales. this year. They said that movies On a Friday night, getting great In 2005, however, sales did not tills year arc too computerized Four day course running on seats to the opening of a hit pre- do so well, but some movies did and more technologically 633 King St. E. Unit 202B Dec. 27-30, from 9am-4pm miere movie is die only tiling that fare well, such as Star Wars advanced, Oshawa,ONL1H1G3 Call now to register. matters. .People sit and wait for Episode III Revenge of the Sith, The students also said that the t tlie lights to go out, and become which grossed $330 million, and computer generated imaging is anxious because they have to wait Batman Begins, which grossed too over the top this year, yet peo- :' until the movie previews are $205 million in sales. ple are still going to see the t done. As tlie movie begins, eyes of Chris Branco, a UOIT student, movies anyway. the audience glisten as excite- felt that this is not the best year for There is a decline in the ticket 10% DisiCpunt for students with ment fills tlie air. movies. sales this year compared to last in But for this year in movies, the "There's too much romance in terms of the amount of money m CoU^/ UOIT /Trent ID Cards. B |,il reaction lias been more bad than movies as well as a lot of movies audiences arc spending on going good. made for children audiences this to the movies. About $70 billion In 2004, the box office was year," lie said. was made in movies in North ^Fvip'v\ni\Lfn0'y0 l/t.A-...h'v ^Tt^cJ. li, J,: JT I WrH4'MT^J;l-C'rv.i.,

with movies such as Two oilier UOIT doing well students said America this year. Last year the- : 1 ".’;’ "’’^’!f^w’!fv-,:"’’’’y’^ i^'^h'..'- . } Spiderman 2, which grossed $373 tliat there were some movies tliat atres made $300 billion. Wt Va or 1414 'King St. t', (n Cmirrict or at 1650 Vfctoria Sr. £. in Wdfrfy. 32 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 'EWMENr NEWS H ollywo o d s tars Come show off et a b ad rap

good just doesn't seem interesting Performing Arts for under-privi- to people anymore? leged children to participate in Actress Angelina jollc, In the singing, acting and dancing. Slie spotlight for lier provocative was rccogniy.cd for all lier work in movies, sexy curves and luscious helping less fortunate children by lips, has done more than just act- being awarded the Children's ing. She lias adopted two children Choice Award. from Third World countries and Another actress-singer wlio i.s' lias lielped all over (lie world.She always in tlie spotliglit especially was appointed as Goodwill since her show, Newlyweds, is Ambassador to (lie Hulled Nations Jessica Simpson. lliglit now tlie four years ago and (ravels to Third gossip surrounding her is how her cant get World cotinirics to draw attention marriage to Nick L;ichey is falling to the plight of the people. Slie has apart. But Simpson is also Involved written a book as well, Notes From in Operation Smile, an organix.i- from My Travels, chronicling lier tion aimed to help children witli away involvement witli tlie UN. Then facial deformities to receive free (here's Brad Pitt, Jolic's new reconstructive surgery. Simpson boyfriend, fiancee or husband, was named (lie International Youth the gossip nobody can seem to keep up with Ambassador for Operation Smile the rumourswho has helped and she says that she decided to By Amber Thompson AIDS orphans in Ethiopia for (lie participate in the organization Chronicle Staff______One Campaign and DATA, (lie because, "A smile is the best gift debt, trade and AIDS advocacy you can give someone. It cliangcs a Though it seems our lives are group. Pitt met witli clitldren vvlio life." jam packed enough somehow we nave lost their parents to (he dis- Celebrities are making a differ- still have room j ease and visited ence in tlie world, one good deed at to cram it witli i treatment centres a time. And sometimes we should unnecessary to increase access concentrate more on the good than Photo by Danielle Cowie information and use of drugs to the bad. about celebri- A smile is the best liclp (hose will) the Wlio really cares who is sleeping OPEN MIC NIGHT: Every Tuesday at the ties. And no virus. with whom and wliat party tlicy Williams here on campus, students can been matter how gift you can give Britney Spears, went to; think about the difference seen performing just like the one above. hard it Is to someone. It in the spotlight being made. And maybe we can all Anyone is welcome to come out and join. ignore the life of right now for tier take time to make a difference of Hollywood changes a life spur of the our own. with celebrities, 1 moment marriage their summer Jessica Simpson to free-loading homes and litisband, Kevin mistresses it still makes its way into Fcderline, should also be known the publics mind. for lier part in charities such as, The But why is it tliat we never con- Britney Spears Foundation. centrate oh the good that stars do This foundation focuses on in the world. For instance, the building playrooms in hospitals for money llicy donate to those less sick children. Her tour. Dream fortunate. Is it because we arc so within a Dream raised millions of absorbed in gossip we seem to care dollars for the children of die vic- more what people are doing wrong tims of 9-11. Spears also created than doing right? Or is it tliat doing the Britney Spears Camp for (lie Roommates are for longer than you think

By Ashleigh Izdebski drama of dating and equal rights in Lcigli says. "It makes you want to An old roommate and best into a deep neurotic mess, and Chronicle Staff the work place. own him." "No," Cady says. "That's friend, Cady is happy for lier, but ironically slic turns to Lcigli for a On more than one occasion (lie (rouble witli lovc."Bccaiisc of she wonders wliy everything place to go. Wlicn a roommate jumps out a Vancssa lias affairs with pilots, and an intcr-offlcc affair with David, works out well for Leigh without Women will relate to the char- window, it's not easy to pick up and passengers usually during Lcigli is able to move on from lier any glitches or bumps in (lie road. acters development, liowcvcr go on with life right away for Leigh, stopovers in LA. She gains the secretarial job at the agency and After all, they were botli in similar young women may find they iden- Vancssa and Cady wlio fed they approval she seeks in men without situations, each having affairs with tify witli (lie characters in the first only have themselves to blame. (lie entanglement of a committed married men. few chapters. Like most young The Room-Mating Season by relationship. It seemed to Cady that I.cigli people feel when they move away Kona Jaffc, is a New York Times Only an unexpected pregnancy That's the trouble never liad to figure out anything, from home, they feel nervous, iso- best-selling novel telling (lie story could bring Vancssa's world to a with sex, it makes everything just always happened lated and like they can take on (lie of three close friends In their early crashing lialt, and permanent resi- for her. world. 20> wlio start off as roommates in dency in Los Angeles. you want to own Because Leigh and Cady arc As tlie character s lives progress friends (lie tension tliat (lie reader is taken on a (lie 1960s. It doesn't take long to become him. such good journey Vancssa, a stewardess, prides absorbed in (lie book. The tlircc grows between them throughout through triumphs and failures. herself In her looks and inde- main characters being women, (lie __ llic story is based mostly on Cady Hona laife explains eras based on good Leigh pendent personality. She is (lie old- drama is constant and is a and (lie jealous comparisons of lier lier research and takes (lie reader est of (lie tliree and at 25 doesn't page-turner. become an agent. life to Leigh's. on a roller-coaster of emotions. know if she will ever be married. The characters lives are compa- He falls in love witli lier and Tlie older Cady gets, tlie further "They liad given up tlie security Even if (lie regulation hair rable to real life therefore it is easy helps her achieve everything slie away she feels from achieving any- of knowing tliat ineii thought (hey length, mandatory manicure, to imagine a friend in their situa- wauls out of tlic company to help thing remotely close to what Leigh were forces to be reckoned witli, if weight and corset arc tedious stan- tion. In a conversation between witli lier career The promotion has. only on (lie level of lust. dards set by tlie airline, Vanessa Leigh and C;idy, I.cigli discovers puts a lot into perspective for her. That along witli realizing lier Now they liad become real feels better off tlian Leigh and that she is falling in love. She can finally see llic direction lover lias been cheating on her forces. They were, for better or Cady not having to deal willi llie "That's the trouble willi sex," her life is taking. willi a younger woman sends lier worse, real people." S p adework isn t j ust a history les son scenery seem surreal. provide tlie reader witli factual and actor at (lie Stratford Theatre. This Is (lie picture that descriptions of scenes, acts, plots There are two subplots witliiii Timothy Timothy Findley paints in his and sel-up. tlie novel, tlie first being the new novel Spadework. Though nor- lie provided information and and forming relationship between mally tills would not be ;i novel 1 layout from behind the scenes (lie Kincaid's housekeeper and would have clioscn, it somehow about trapdoors. For instance, tlieir gardener, and tlie second Findley caught my attention. "Most of tlie backstage area was being llie niurders in Stralford. It turns out that Canadian his- ellipticalnot precisely circular, Findley is a descriptive tory is a lot more interesting than I Iml a person could puss from one and powerful writer. Though ibis novel is a thought it could be. rnd 10 tlie other of various pas- is (iciion, (In.' w;i)' in wfiirli if is The novel takes place in sageways, emerging where they wrilten makes K .seem so rf.il. '1 lir Stratford, Out., a city known for its enteredand most of llie pas- novel is suspensefiil and mysteri- must-read tlieatres. It is home to (lie Avon sageways were interconnected. ously romantic. Also, Findlcy River, Stratford Theatre, Festival Tlie trapdoor aren ind llie twin included a story from his life in Ills Theatre, Studio Theatre and tlie tunnelsor vomitoriumslead- book, which is (lie romance with Tom 1'attcrson Theatre wlicre ing from tlie bowels into tlie lights the Bell repairman. It is interest- suspense some amazing plays still take of (lie auditorium were at one ing tliat an author would include place. level." such a personal story. By Amber Thompson This was where the plays of Though the novel has been This novel is filled witli histori- Chronicle Staff William Shakespeare were per- labelled a murder mystery, this cal, social and cultural references formed though the theatres did proves to be only a subplot. to Stratford. It lays out a brief his- not look as they do today. There The main intent of tlie novel is tory of die small tourist town and Beautiful white swans, glide are references to his plays includ- CANADIAN-BASED to illustrate the life of theatre, the follows it witli references to its through the water .of the-long, ing Macbeth and Hamlet. actors and the relationship social and cultural events and NOVEL: Spadework the two main characters, landmarks. This book was a winding river. Small ripples in the Findley, though a great author of between great water and the rustling of the lias first-hand experience witli tlie is a story history Jane, wife, mother and prop read. It was interesting and sus- leaves on the trees and the reflec- stage because he has starred in that illustrates the designer for the theatre, and penscful. There were many unex- tions of houses nearby makes tlie the plays. In turn, lie was able to theatre. Griffin Kincaid, husband, fattier pected twists in tlie story. 34 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 WWENr NEWS Breaking it down for D C

going over (lie station rules and Breaking what can and can't be said on air. The training also went over what kind of show DJs could have before the Band showing them (lie station .hand- bnok on policy and how to use (lie equipment. "1'licy basically just sliowcd us keeping liow everything worked, and a DJ from a local station came In and talked about Ills personal experi- the cafe ence and how lie got into (lie busi- ness tills way." Frankland shrugs and jokes: "I jusl learned from watching him. All live every I liad to do was watcli Bryan. He said it's a lot easier If two people do it so Hryan asked if I wanted to host tuesday ;i ,sliou' witli liiin and I said would do il; Jrfleries said (lie show doesn't Ir.iliire a lot of segments except for afternoon "I liate, you liate, we all liatc this mix t.ipr." lie explains that the segment from 1 -3 started as a joke. "Tilis girl brought in a list of requests and every song on ilic list was just terrible, so we decided to make a segment where we just play songs dial we hate. So By Mark Kalinski now if someone comes in with a Chronicle Staff Photo by Mark Kalinski request we don't like we can just air BREAKING THROUGH: Freq DJs Bryan Jefferies and Jamie Frankland making use of it on (lie segment." If you're looking for a radio show their spare time between classes with their show Breaking the Band. Frankland admits they still make with less talk and more rock llien mistakes but that no one seems to check out Breaking the Band, with notice any confusion that might Bryan Jefferies and Jamie and I always wanted to liave my constructive on his break. n6xt semester but agree it will occur in the studio. "We still screw Frankland, on the Prcq, Tuesdays own radio show so 1 figured why "1 have a pretty big break in depend on how busy tlieir sched- up at least once a show. As long as froin 1 to 3 p.m. not." classes on Tuesday afternoons ules are. we don't swear or break anything it Jefferies a first-year Electronic The pair said they were sur- and the show is a good thing to "Hopefully we will be able to pretty much goes unnoticed." Engineering Technology student, prised at how well they were able to do on break. work something out, but it depends Fans can check out the show on said he started planning for the manage time between classes and Frankland a second-year on what the schedule is going to Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. by visiting show after he saw flyers around the the show. Business Administration stu- look like." the cafeteria or by logging on to tire school looking for D)s. Jcfferics said the show gives him dent said the duo are looking Jefferies explained that the train- Freq website at www.thcfreq.ca. "I saw the signs around school a chance to relax and do something forward to continuing the show ing was very basic and consisted of

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Photo by Andrew Moore Photo by Andrew Moor WELCOME TO THE CLUB: O'Neil Brown and his wife Natasha enjoy NEWEST MEMBER: Samantha Langford poses with her portrait the moment during Hall induction ceremony. The couple met as while being inducted into Durham's Hall of Fame for her incredible rookie soccer players at Durham College in 1994. achievements in fastball and volleyball. D C Hall inducts formidable pair practice one day since they practiced at the athlete had Before Langford was presented with hi Former soccer same field. He later met her at a rookie party Two-sport awards, her coaches, lim Ncinish and Sla and they began dating. They arc now happily Marchut, were brouglit to (lie front while sl married. number retired in '97 was inducted. The coaches received rccogn star drafted first His wife, Nataslia Brown, played soccer for By Andrew Moore (ion for their achievements at Durhai DC for one year before going to (lie States on Chronicle Staff College. in a scholarship. Langford began lier speech letting th overall 1997 Brown said he couldn't accept tlic award If you're wondering why no Durham crowd know slie was picturing them a unless Nataslia would come accept it with College women volleyball player wears the naked; it was advice she had received earlic By Lisa Power him. number four, it's because the number has by a co-worker wlio told her to picture ever} Chronicle Staff An OCAA league all-star, an OCAA been retired by (lie atliletic centre due to out- one in the nude. Championship all-star, a CCAA all Canadian standing achievements by two-sport athlete Langford's fatlier John Langford was pn O'Neil Brown - the first ever DC athlete to champion, a two-time OCAA division cham- Samantha Langford. sent at the ceremony, as he was at all of he be professionally drafted and one of the two pion and a two-time OCAA bronze medalist, Nov. 18 marked die 10th anniversary of games, except one. She mentioned that he newest members of the DC Sports Hall of Brown was named Durham College men's the Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. father made a deal with her that if she ever li Fame. soccer MVP twice. Langford was one of two athletes inducted a home run he would pay her $100. The on "Durham College nurtured me," Brown He was chosen first overall by the Toronto into the Hall of Fame this year. game he missed was the game she hit on said as he accepted the honour. "I'm here to Shooting Stars in the National Professional Langford grew up in Prince Albert, Ontario over the fence. But, eventually, he paid up i personally take the time to thank DC for Indoor Soccer League entry draft in 1997 and and went to Port Perry High School before front of the entire team. everything they helped me achieve." later signed and played with the Edmonton attending Durham College for four years. She "Coming back to Durham and seeing rr He said nothing he achieved on the field Drillers of the National Professional Soccer graduated in 1997 witli a diploma in Sports jersey retired is such an amazing feeling," sai would be possible without his teammates. League. Administration and one in Marketing. Langford. What he misses the most is team cama- He was also a former coacli with the DC As a two-sport athlete Langford excelled in Although Langford took a different roui raderie - hanging with the guys, joking Kids Soccer Camp after graduation. volleyball and fastball. Slie led the Lords to after graduation and now works at a maj( around in the locker room. Brown was bom in Kingston, Jamaica in two silver medals in volleyball, was the MVP grapllic design firm in Toronto as an accoui But his best memory takes him back to a 1973. He grew up in Scarborough, attending back-to-back from 1995-1997, and assisted in supervisor, she will still be remembered ; fall day at around 3 p.m. A woman from the high school at Mother Theresa CHS. Brown capturing two silvers and a gold for women's Durham as an outstanding student as well £ ladies soccer team caught his eye during lias a diploma in Business Administration. fastball. an atliletc. Alumni marvel over athletic Career Hi advancements around campus O'Neil Brown: Samantha Langford: OCAA League All-Star 1994-95 Uniform #4 retired in Women" and 1995-96 Volleyball 1997 Former coaches coach - two men wlio have con- Department was supportive of the OCAA Championship All-Star OCAA Silver Medal Women' tributed much to the history of teams during his nine years with 1995-96 Volleyball 1993-94 impressed with sports at Durham College. DC. He said he began coaching OCAA All-Canadian 1995-96 OCAA Silver Medal Women' While most of die other coach- the team with two bats and two OCAA Division Champion - Volleyball 1996-97 changes, teams es were from outside me scliool, balls. The Athletic Department Twice Durham College MV] By Lisa Power Pettit worked at DC for 25 years as gave the women's softball team 24 Durham College MVP Men's Women's Volleyball 1995-96 t Chronicle Staff Director of Admissions. new balls and 12 new bats. Soccer 1994-95 and 1995-96 1996-97 He marvelled .at the school's He fondly remembers his first OCAA Bronze Medalist 1995-95 OCAA Silver Medal Women' Many past Hall of Famers and new arena, remembering when lie championship (played in the and 1995-96 Fastball 1993-94 DC alumni coaclies and players liad to scrounge for ice time for his snow) in Kingston against DC's Chosen first overall by the OCAA Silver Medal Women' were present to support the hockey team to practise at mid- archrival die Seneca Sting. Toronto Shooting Stars in the Fastball 1995-96 newest inductees at the 10th Hall night after the Oshawa Generals Both Pettit and Anderson National Indoor Professional OCAA Gold Medal Women' of Fame inductee ceremony. played their game. enjoyed the Sports Hall of Fame Soccer League Entry Draft Fastball 1994-95 ' Meet Gerry Pettit, Sports Hall He coaclicd Ryan Hughcs, ceremony being separate from the First ever DC athlete to be draft- OCAA League :., All-Sta of Fame inductee in 1997 for another Hall ofFamcr, to four con- Atliletic Banquet this year, and ed professionally Women's Volleyball - Twice^ coaching basketball, hockey, and secutive years as an OCAA golf look forward to it in years to come. Signed and played with the OCAA All-Star Game Re golf and Jim Anderson, Durham champ in Windsor. "It gives better recognition to Edmonton Drillers Women's Volleyball - Twice College Alumni women's softball Anderson said the Athletic those people," Anderson said. Former coach with DC Kids OCAA Championship All-Stt Soccer Camp after graduation 1996-97. 36 THE CHRONICLE November 29. 2005 aPORTSVSEWS Ro okie make s her mark By Matt Collison Chronicle Staff forre tills year for our team. I think everyone is really excited about having lier liere for (he next few Joining a varsity faslball team in years." the first year of college can he chal- Viner had a lot of fun getting to lenging aiul intimidating, Inn know llie girls and (lie coaches this Sheena Viner managed not only to vr.ir a(id highlighted ;i lonrnament make ,1 ti'iiin tliai hadn't lo.si ;i before llie regular season begiin as game in three seasons, she was one ;i great experience. of the biggest contributors to their "I had ;i blast in Rochester, New continued success llils year. York," she silid. "We bad a barbe- A naliu' of Oshawii, coining ID cue outside (lie first niglil and Durham College w«is .111 easy rvrryoiK' was saying wlial they're choice bin fasthall coacli |iin inking in school and where their Nnnisli had been recruiting her for liuiiielowiis were." The trip helped several years just to make sure. (o liulld a trust and cliemisiry that Vincr used to volunteer lo riin con- any ir.iin needs in order to suc- cession slanils at Durham games ceed. and says Nemish was always Tlie biggest innuvncc in Vincr's reminding her how many years left life came from a high school until she would be on llie l.ords. teacher named Mrs, Gllbrldc wlio Ncmisli, who made no secret of lauglit pliysical fitness at Eastdalc Ills desire to have Vfner Join the CVI lilgli scliool. She was also her Lords, believes that Ills efTorts have vollcyball coach for tier four years ;ilrc;idy began to p;iy off. at the scliool. "I Irod been recruiting Sheena "Slic really encourages you to for four years," Nciiiish atlmits. keep fit, play sports, do alf those "She lias a good bat and she's great tilings," she said. The two still keep defensively and I think tliat conies SHE'S ALL THAT: Sheena Viner takes a swing at the OCAA finals at Mohawk in loucli and Gilbridc slill takes from having played tlicrc fill lier College on Oct. 23. Expectations are high and she plans to live up to them. great interest in what is happening life," he said. in Vincr's life. "Slic is (lie best first b;iseiii;in she was also a standout vollcyball Her strong presence at (lie plate runs scored and 10 RBI in 12 regu- "I go back to her the next day we've had in about a decade," he player in cadi of her high scliool and near-flawless defence at first lar season games. after we played a game and tell her added. "And best of all, she always years. Fastball took priority this base gives the Lords a lot of hope Team co-captain Kristcn about everything, Vincr said. comes to play." year over vollcyball because she is for tlie future. Especially wlien put Pandoff was impressed with Vincr Durham came up one game Viner is a first-year Journalism working lots of hours at Rogers into the mix with Corrine this year and sees great potential in short this year, losing in the cham- student at Durham College with Video to be able to afford a new car. McDonald and Nicolc Scguin, two her. pionship game to the St. Clair aspirations of somcday being a Despite being a rookie, she was rookie starting pitcliers that also 'She is tlie deliniuon of a com- Saints. Viner however is looking reporter with Rogers Sportsnet, one of the team's best leaders, botli shone this year. Slie finished with a petitor," Pandoff said. "She works forward to getting tlie team back on Fastball is not her only passion, as vocally and in leading by example. .333 batting average with 16 hits, 11 hard in practice and was such a tlie winning track next year. Swift teaches essentials of baseball By Matt Collison comfortable when tlicy get out on Chronicle Staff that mound in the summer," said Swift. Not everyone knows wliat it There are two sessions, each an takes to win, but Mal Swift's tenure liour, with the youngsters going with the Durham Lords girls' fast- first starting at 7 p.m. and the older ball team has proven that he kids starting at 8 p.m. Swift works knows what a player needs to be mostly on accuracy witli the the best young group because throwing In his eight years with the team strikes is the key to any good he has helped develop some of the pitcliers success, Students taking league's best pitchers. pitching instruction must supply He has also run his Spinmastcr their own catcher to avoid extra Pitching/Catching Scliool at the expense. Durham College Athletic Centre "Speed is the last tiling I tcacli," every Wednesday night for girls he said. "First accuracy, then and guys of all ages to get position movement and finally we start to specific training. The program work on velocity." started on Oct. 26, and will run The catchers taking the pro- through tlie winter months in (he gram will learn the basics of tlie Durham Athletic Centre. Students position including the ready posi- of the game can benefit from tion, relaxed position, bat clear- Swift's 48 years of baseball experi- ance and blocking balls. They will ence as well as that of his three also be instructed on throwing sons, all of whom boast impressive mechanics for base stealers like resumes. the grip and step, as well as taking Swift's eldest son Jason is a left- throws and applying tags for plays handed pitclicr with 29 years in at the plate and catching foul balls, the sport pitching in the Oshawa Tlie results of Swift's training City and District Pastball League. has been one of, if not the biggest, The youngest Swift, Ryan, with 23 benefits to the Lords' fastball pro- years pitcliing experience, is also gram in his eight years with the Photo by Matt Collison an excellent liittcr. team, Tlie team's pitcliing statis- VERY SWIFT: Mal Swift teaches the Spinmaster Pitchine/Catchine School with the hopes of turning The catcliers arc taught by tics have been incredible during out another baseball champion. The cfinic is held every Wednesday"""""-ody Swift's middle son Matthew, who his tenure and this year was no dif- night at the Durham College Athletic Centre throughout the winter, caught for his brothers tills year, ferent. The l.ords' starting staff of pitcliing," said Pandoff, the owner have tlie reputation it does witli- worked out of (tie different cliurclies playing with Durham Eagles Kristen Pandoff, Corrine of five of those 12 wins. "I started out his liclp. and schools in (lie Durham Intermediate Men's team. McDonald and Nicole Seguin all working witli Mal on my delivery "Mal has liad a liugc impact on Region but made (lie move to the Pitcliers learn all tlie essential displayed accuracy and skill this and lie tauglit me all the little tills team," Nemisli said, "If you college's Atliletic Centre two years skills to be successful on tlie year combining for a 12-0 record tilings I needed to work on to look back at tlie ago and has been here since. mound including position, ball willi 53 strikeouts compared to become a more complete player." stais we've had at least two of The fee for the 20 nights of grip, arm action, hip tlinist/rotd- onlyl7u'dlks. l.ords' licad coacli Jim Nemish (lie league's top five pitchers every instruction is $300, and kids can tion, follow through and fielding. "When I first joined (lie tciiin 1 lias enjoyed having Swift witli (lie year since he started coaching." still sign up for (lie remaining "Our goil), especially with tlie was prcdomi'iiiintly a middle (emu from day one and acknowl- Swift lias run Spinmastcr for nights fur a per cenlage of (hat younger players, is to niiikc tlifin inlielder with some experience edges tliat (lie teiiin would not seven years, For tlie first four lie cost, SPOKTSM^JS THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 37 New rink creates possibilities By Adam Prudhomme Chronicle Staff being too liigli colleges gave up on running a league. When tlie rink was first being constructed many In years past (lie winter coining students were wondering what it meant that atliletics at Durham would mean for hockey at the College would be slowing ilown. scliool, but many were disappoint- But (Ills year tilings will be differ- ed to licar tlic answer. However, 3 00 ent. Conic tills winter (lie college college students aren't completely will be bustling with activity. oul of luck. They arc welcome to Continued from Page 1 The reason for tills Is the new use the rink for pick-up games of ice rink, which opened Sept. !), liockey, as well as intramural "We were in tier two," lie said. located behind tlic tennis dome games. There have already been "We won tlic tier two champi- on campus. Durham College some ganies played and that will onships ('(14) and (lien we won the owns and operates the rink, in continue throughout tlic winlcr. whole OCAA championship in tlial partnership with (lie city of Students also liavc a cliancc to second year ('85). I knew we had a Osliawa. The arena still lias a little sharpen tlieir skills by practising good team and 1 knew tliilt we were landscaping work to be done, and oil tlie ice. going to be good in the second features such as the new restau- Botli tlic scliool and Osliawa year. rant arc still being worked on, hut tax dollars paid for (lie rink. Tlie And coach Marchut credits it Is open to the public. Ken city paid $8 million ofthc estimat- much of his success to his players. Babcock, llic director of Atliletics ed $ 11 million the rink cost to con- "In college 1 really liad a lot ol at (lie college, expects (lie rink to struct. The deal they have worked good kids. The kids tliat we got foi be finished for (lie llrs( week of Photo by Adam Prudhomme out is tliat tlic school would get the volleyhall were really good stu- December. NICE ICE: The new $8 million rink constructed at rink for 20 per cent of "prime time" dents, and they're easy to coach Tlic new rink means new Durham College has its students and faculty mem- hours. Those arc (lie hours because they wnnt to learn," lie said. sports to be offered at (lie scliool. bers abuzz with excitement. between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. week- And dials wliy great teachers like Public and figure skating Is avail- days and all hours during the Marcliul do what tlicy do and Is also able at (lie centre, lungcttc and Durham liad a proper stadium for Management student, thinks stu- weekend. Oshawa will get it for why lie lias liad so much success. liockey players arc also welcome. a scliool liockey team, dents would be interested no mat- the remaining 80. Though the stroke may have However, there will be no varsity "The league folded two years ter wliat (lie cost. Babcock says the scliool is affected MarclnK short-term, it cer- hockey team at (lie college level. ago (due to) costs," explains "People would pay it," lie says. more tlian happy will) die time it tainly liasn'l affected his attitude "It's out of our hands," said Babcock. Slianc Morrllo, a UOIT student, lias been given for tlic rink. It will towards coaching. He was quoted Babcock. 'There would need to be There arc plans in tlic works for feels tliat tlicrc should be hockey be open to anyone provided tlic In April saying, "1 have coaclicd vol- to be at least six oilier schools (for a UOI'r team with home games to at (lie college level as wcl?. scliool isn't using it for a special leyball for 30 years. I will stick a league.)" lie played at (lie Campus Ice "Having a liockey tcain would event such as a figure skating com- around for as long as I can. 1 really Currently tlic OCAA (Ontario Centre. Many college students are build team spirit," lie says. petition or a UOIT liockey game. enjoy the challenge." Colleges Athletic Association) disappointed tliat they will be It would also allow for a friend- Tlie college will be holding a cele- By coincidence or simply out ol offers no liockey league in Ontario. unable to play in a league. Kevin ly college and university rivalry. bration when (lie rink is complet- Ills longevity, Marchut cchous these The league was disbanded before Hydrr, a First-year Golf But because of insurance costs ed. very same feelings now, and h;is no plans to retire ;iny time soon. 38 THE CHRONICLE November 24, 2005 ^VPQRJSNEVVS Morris on dis s ects the new N H L By Matty James life, "Well, it'll have to be to llie Chronicle Staff blown after four minutes and -l:t As in all walks of money up seconds of play. plays a huge role in (lie NHL. The players to vote as a majority, so 1 So far Morrison lias noticed nrwest edition to (lie money mat- don't sec (liat happening anytime Now tli.it inure than ;i quarter of defenders haven't figured oul wliai ters is llie salary cap, which is based soon," said Morrison. the new N111. season Is complete, they're able to get away witli physi- on revenue. Generally speaking, fans mul analysts alike have more to cally in front of the net and defense- tlie more money teams niiikc, the analyze and less to speculate in nu'n need caution when playing niore likely the cap is to go up and regards to how (lie game lias their man. Any glove on the oppos- vice versa. Hut (Ills Is merely specu- Students changed. ing player's stick or jersey or any lation, said Morrison. Scott Morrison, director of news signs of obstruction and it's a penal- 'I lie direction of the cap (if any) and hockey at Kogers Sportsnet, ly. If rets tliink a pl.iyer lias taken ;i will remain a mystery until tlie end organize recently offered Ills opinions on the (live, it's two minutes in (lie box and of the season when finances'are new N111., froin the potential direc- this isn't going to stop anytime reviewed. Morrison's guess Is tliat tion of the salary cap, (lie silencing soon, said Morrison. llie cap is eitlier going down or will rowing of Lindros cynics, to llie good and Goalies have also gone through a remain (lie same out of good will. had rule changes and the possibility few changes. Altliougli they've liad "Players and salary is all supply team of mandatory visors. time to adjust to llie smaller equip- Scott Morrison and demand. So if you can sell the In Morrison's spacious office are ment, Morrison doesn't like how tickets and (lie 'IV and (lie sponsor- By Jessica Klinkenberg tlie Morrison. lhci"'s revenue four or rive iridescent 'IV screens they're limited to playing puck ships, then coining Durham Chronicle displaying yesterday's sports high- because it's a skill, though lie lliinks "Franchises are down coining In. Then tliat dictates wliat these lights. tlie rule will he changed for next out of llie gate and wlietlier they guys will make," said Morrison. UOIT is looking to set-up a Since (lie N111, began Oct. 5, llie season. can get tliat back is yet (o lie seen," Currently, Kric I.iiidros is mak- varsity rowing club to com- new game lias had both positive "The biggest difference for a lot said Morrison. ing S1.55 million in his one-year pete across Ontario. and negative reviews, but few can of them (goalies) is the catching And it seems our neighbours contract witli (lie Leafs. Admittiiig There is already a rowing dispute tlie game i.s exciting to glove, the gloves arc smaller. It's not soulli of tlie border arc struggling. In an V.SW article tliat lie isn't thr club for Durham College and walcli. as easy just to put it up like a frying Morrison explains tliat some U.S. player he once was, Lindros came UOI'r students, hut on Nov. 2'\ The early I'lidic.Kions are lli.K pun ;ni(lsw;it It," lie said. markets are having 'IV issues and to tlie Leafs witli a huge question tlie Atliletics department held (lie games arc going lo be more On a few occasions, sliots that tliat some markets aren't any better mark, physically and mentally. But a meeting with UOIT students entertaining than they were, and were normally stopped (ire have than they were before (lie lockout, Leafs CiM John Ferguson Jr. took a interested in getting a varsity they certainly have been more deflected off (lie glove and gone in. but some of this could be due to chance witli Lindros and so far lie rowing team organixcd. entertaining," said Morrison. The sliootout nile lias been most competition from the NFL, NBA liasn't been ;i bust, however... The rowing practices for Hiilc changes like tlie removal of exciting for fans, but will it last? and NCAA, wliicli arc in full swing. "(On a) night after night basis the club anil me varsity team the red line, no obstruction and Morrison said a lot of hockey peo- 'I'ickcts sales arc also low in some riglit now they re asking a lot of him will take place tit Lake Scugog smaller goalie equipment have ple don'l want it, team management U.S. markets. and I'm not sure lie's there to pro- in Port Perry during the changed (lie game immensely and being one. "A lot of nights when you're look- vide it night after night at tills junc- autumn. Tlie varsity team will Morrison shares Ills thoughts on "Hut tliat won't necessarily mat- ing at the highlights there arc a lot of ture," said Morrison, train throughout (lie year. what is working and what isn't. ter if the fans like it. I tliink it will empty scats," said Morrison. Even Leaf fans arc hoping Lindros can Ken Babcock, licad of the "I like the non-clutching, but they stay for the short term, at least, with great starts, teams like the keep Ills hcild up after suffering Athletics department, said the need to find a way for it to get a little maybe another season. It may lose Carolina Hurricanes or the eight concussions. goal is to pick tlie best of (lie more physical. You've got to be able a bit of its luster as time marches on. Nashville I'redators (who went (1-0 Last but not least, visors have UOIT students to create the to, within reason, rough up a guy in Personally 1 wouldn't have it, but If to start tlie season) have a lot of been a hot topic In the. NHL, espe- varsity team. The rowing club front of tlie net. Make liiin fight for tliey're going to liavc it they should empty scats. cially after Leafs captain Mats will still be available for any territorial space. If you don't allow have five sliooters," said Morrison. However, in Canada, 'IV ratings Sundin went down during the first students wlio arc interested in for tlial 1 don't think it's a very good Though the sliootout may be a are through the roof and cadi arena game of tlie season. Will visors ever participating from cither game," said Morrison. success, it doesn't necessarily incaii is virtually sold out in tlie six become mandatory in the new Durham College or UOIT. The reason for all tlie scoring is the league will have success, and Canadian markets. NHL? because too many teams and too Morrison believes it needs to be many players haven't figured out looked at on various levels. wliat to do in their own end of the As a product Morrison believes rink. Without llie clutching and (lie rule changes have improved the grabbing there is a greater (low to game fairly substantially, but they it tlie game and once (cams are in tlie will have to be fine-tuned. Pans offensive '/.one, there is far greater have seen a lot of penalties being control. With tlie blue lines back, called but that will evolve as tlie sea- players can control tlie puck for son goes on as long as the league longer periods of time, said remains consistant with how they Morrison. want to have the game presented. An example of this came from Prom a business standpoint it's the Leafs/Habs game Saturday hard to know what (lie revenue pic- night when (lie First whistle was ture will be at (lie end of year, said

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"Vase's a good roach. He's on llie OCAA committee last year By Stephanie Wall knowledgeable of tlie game and in lier first year on llie team as an Chronicle Staff lie's got great leadership, Anthony, oiitslanding defensive player for the assislani coarb, is also good for Durham College." guidance." "Deing noiiiiiialed as a player of Stephen's is a third-year I luman llie year and with lirr great perfor- Atlik'lics Din-dor, Ken llabcock, llesoiirces student who spent lialf mance lllis year, I fell lliat die com- has described lirr .is tlif Hay of lier First-year at Virginia's mittee did not liavr to spend loo Botirque of soccer, Inlermont College liefore coming much lime to recogni/e tliat Nicolc Her defensive style hus not only to Durham College. Slie was late to is tlie best overall player for 2()().")," licr teammates ;iiul coaches register so slie was unable to make continued Vujanovic. singing I101' praises, but also hotli ihe l.ords soccer team llien, but "Nicole is a tough, skillful and tlie provincial iiiul national atlilctic made (lie team in lier second year smart player, Slie can play any associations. Nicole Stephens Is the and again in her third. position if required." OCAA women's soccer player of The All-Canadian award is sym- As fur tlie loss at llie Provincial the year ;iiul deserves the title. bolic of Stephens being one of 10 Cliampionships tills year at "When 1 first heard about it I was ten best players in the country, an Algonquin College in Ottawa, so surprised, 1 was like 'arc yon kid- award lier returning teammate Stephens admitted the team's ding me?' I tried my best, but I Tammy Baker won in 19')3, defeat. thought there was a lot of players on "We both play tough witli a lot of "We were (lie better team, but our team that should'vc been determination. Nicolc, being one of we beat ourselves," slic said. awarded," slic said. (lie captains, is definitely a leader," "We lost because of a penalty Stephens, whose performance said Baker. shot... it was very disappointing to helped lead the team to an unde- "She is extremely strong in (lie lose tliat way," feated season going into tlie provin- back and controls the team in a Unfortunately, because cial championships, was awarded Photo by Stephanie Wall defensive manner. Stephens will be completing her league all-star by (lie OCAA and SOCCER STAR: Durham College student Nicole Stephens Slie knows what lias to get done last year at Durham College, slie All-Canadian by (lie CCAA. is OCAA player of the year and CCAA All-Canadian. wlien slie is in a game and slie gives will not be returning to the team She was also one of live players 110 per cent to make sure that it is next year. Her force will be missed across Canada to be nominated by she was 10-years-old. league as well. done properly. by the sports faculty. (lie CCAA for player of (lie year and "I just liked (soccer). I played Though slie's not used to playing Slic lias (lie drive to win and slic "Very seldom if any time docs had (lie opportunity to travel to everything wlicn I was younger llie sweeper, when slic starlet! play- is a powerful leader on (lie team. slie suffer an error in judgment on Britisli Columbia for the banquet. from basketball to vollcyball," said ing for (lie Lords, that's just where Nicoic is an exceptional player and (lie field. Slie lielped lead (lie team Slic says slie owes all of licr award Stephens. Head Coach Vaso Vujanovic put nobody could deserve that award to No. 3 spot in national rankings," success to lier coaches and team- Soccer is (lie only sport slic's licr. more than slie did," said teammate said Babcock. mates. into tliese days. Slic plays outside "1 never played sweeper, I used Alible Visser. Stephens will be graduating "It's not an individual sport, it's a ofscliool in a provincial league on a to play centre midliuld. Vaso decid- Vujanovic Is proud of Stephens from college, hul will continue play- team sport," slic said. team in Woodbridge, and is trying ed sweeper was the best position for leaving a lasting impact. ing soccer witli her team in She started playing soccer when to get out to (lie Woodbridge indoor for me," slie said. "Nicole left a great impression \Vo()()l)ri(lgL'.

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By RIley Hoffman a place dial if it wasn't for baseball I After taking a few years to recov- to let ii ie team down." Ills linger was severely injured lie Chronicle Staff______might have never seen." er from the set-back, Kidgway says Kidgway says die goal from the couldn't let Ills (cam compete with- For now, lie says, education is his he discovered Sam Dempstcr, the start of die season was to win (lie out him. He prolonged surgery until When Jeff Ridgway was five First and foremost priority. 1 Ie plans baseball coach at Durham College, Ontario championship and com- after (lie tournament and tried to years old his parents got a divorce to finish school, then keep playing is a scout for die Milwaukee pete in Nova Scolia for the nation- help Ills team however lie could. and lie li;id to move into a now ball and looking for avenues of suc- Brewers and decided to capltali/c als. Ilidgway says Ills biggest accom- lionse with Ills mother. When slie cess. on the opportunity by entering tlie "We liad a goal all season. It was plishment tills year was when they asked wliat lie w;iiilfd to l;ike with Ridgway grew up in Toronto and Marketing program. quite clear, win (lie Ontario champi- beat Queens University in the him, lie chose only Ills baseball and dreamed of one day achieving an In his flrst season Ilidgway was onship and go to Nova Scotia," he deciding game of tlie semi-finals glove. athletic scholarship. Then at 17, lie named rookie of die year, earning said. "We all wanted it. we played this year. "1 loved that ball and glove," lie attained his goal and began attend- him tlie co-captain role in 2005. for it and we deserved it." "I pitched a complete game two- said, reminiscing. "1 remember that ing Concord College in West After completing Ills second sea- The l.ords won the Ontario liilter,'' lie said. "That game was day like it was yesterday." Virginia, on a baseball scholarship. son as a Durham Lord, Hidgway Championship but llie night before intense." Now Kidgway is aspiring to com- There lie liad (lie misfortune of fail- says (lie teamwork was stronger they entered die national tourna- And wlio is Ills favourite baseball pete in Germany next season with ing after only one semester. tlian it was last year. ment Ilidgway injured Ills linger in player? the help of Ills coach Sam "It rattled my confidence, failing "\Ve had talent last year just like practice, taking a lly ball off (lie ring "I lands down Derek (eter. I Ie is a Dempstcr. at sncli a young age." lie said. "jusl lo this year's icam, but (lie guys con- finger of bis ri^t hand. Many competitor," lie says. "I get die "They will pay me enough to sur- be in school and playing hall at nected and played for one anollier thought lie would not be able to impression lie works liard and vive," lie said. "It allows me to go see Durham was a huge step for me." this year," lie said. "Nobody wanted attend. Hidgway says even tliougli deserves to be wliere lie Is." Lady Lords lose game and S ilva By Matty James mixing this time round. triumph In die second set 2.'i-l(). set 20-25. set 27-29. Hut regardless of score Chronicle Staff The l.ords began die match Set number three was tiglit all The fourtli set was a crowd and injured teammates, the ladies The lady l.ords volleyball team slowly and remained tliat way as tlie way through and the Lords pleaser, as llie teams fought back never gave up and were all smiles suffered their first conference loss they were unable to generate any earned some stellar points willi ’" '* < \uV -^ 1 ______D^fe^^^'Located near the Y s Oshawa Centre 'i&^ 'V\ 10% off regular priced items \. ' ', with your Durham College/UOIT ^\V ^ student I.D. card '22 S^en^n RdT (SW corner of^ King & Stevenson) Oshawa, ON LU 5L9 Tel.: (905) 432-7682

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Costs of building the new different areas. After completing a black sheep of sports in Canada. Outdoor camp (lie best players are selected Currently (liere is a major soccer to progress to (lie under-1-1 group. explosion in Durham, and as popu- stadium now soccer stadium: This process is done to lielp achieve lation expands more facilities will (lie aspirations of (lie young players, l)e necessary." according to Ontario Soccer Net. Ontario currently plays an in building $27 million from the federal government. But a few years later is when the Important role in Canada's soccer $8 million from the provincial government. dropoff In interest begins. team as it represents -15 per cent of "Kids play until they're l(j or 17 (he playing population and (lie process but $9.8 million from the city of Toronto. and dial's It, because (here is noth- province lias always liad a high rep- $18 million from Maple Leaf Sports and ing to go on to," said Frank Sobil, resentation on die national team, president of Osliawa Kicks. 1 Ie also according to Ontario Soccer Net. projected to Entertainment. thinks that having a professional "It's too bad we don't have a tCiiin will inspire players, sponsor for a soccer stadium centre in "Gifted athletes need idols in in Osliawa; it's the focal point of soc- open June (lie fastest growing sports In the In soccer and a new first-class stadi- soccer that arc local to llicm, some- cer east of Toronto," said Sohll. In world and now we have a profes- um," said Babcock. tiling they can go and see," said the last year (lie city of Osliawa lias 2007 sional francliise," said Mark Grimes, Tlic important influence a Sohil. allocated S100 million in die con- councillor of Ward Six (Htobicoke/ < Another important issue for struction of hockey centres. A new Lakeshore). "We liad a vision for younger players is (lie opportunity soccer facility would cost $10 mil- By Dave Synyard Exhibition grounds. It's kind of stag- to l)e involved in (lie MLS team by lion to build, and more kids play nant, and a stadium is a Gifted athletes need Chronicle staff building getting called up or being able to soccer than hockey, lie said. great idea." idols in soccer that practise witli (lieni. Another Important factor dial a Construction is to be under way "1 laving a new stadium and die new stadium and a professional by January and will be finished for are local to them, MI.S will give kids willi potential a team will add is that the national In (lie next two years (lie cily of July 2007 ;it llie latest, according to something they can cliancc to play in .1 liigli calibre team will grow stronger and pros- Toronio will have a new soccer sta- Grimes. That would be in lime to league," said Ik'rnie 1 luxter, manag- per. Some of llie current Canadian l)e go and see. (liiun that will (IIL' home for an liost the UFA World Youth f er of Inter Osliawa and director of team play overseas in clubs, hut MI.S (Major League Soccer) team C;li;iiii|)loiislii|), Dig things h;ippen Durham Soccer. Having an MI.S having an MI.S team could cause anil a way for the sport's players to in (lie city, so wliat kind of effect will leam will also motivate to more of them to cre- Frank Sobil players play together, thrive. it have on a place like Osliawa? attend games and strive for a higher ating a stronger team. One tiling is The stadium is going to lie home "It won't affect Durham College's level because die competition is for sure - it will lie a home to tlie to a new franchise and to the teams," said Director of Athletics fierce in this league. players and give them a place to Canadian National team for prac- Ken Babcock. Although lliere won't new soccer stadium and team will This stadium will also impact tlie practise. tices and international nialches. Itiil be a direct impact on tlie college have is (lie youngsters. Provincial popularity of tlie sport by adding "It gives (lie Canadian national to gel llie h.ill rolling on this project oilier positive aspects are appear- development for soccer begins at another facility and creating more team players a competitive league, look some vision froin Toronto citv ing. tlie under-1:1 age group by tlie interest among people. and it allows them to hang around liall. "It all lias some kind of impact (rti Regional Development Program, "1 think it's great," said Sobil. "Any llir game longer and represent their "Soccer is on the rise; it's one of soccer in Canada, a greater interest which lakes talented players from facility for socrrr is helpful. It's (lir li';iin."sai(l Sohil. 42 THE CHRON/CLE November 29, 2005 f^nRFRnARn Lords Men's Basketball Lords Women's Basketball Men's Volleyball Women's Volleyball

9 Nov. 2005 -Nov. 11 2005 Nov. 24 2005 Nov. 24 2005 Durham 87 '. Durham 79 Seneca Seneca Geo. 3 ' Brown 82 Loyalist 53 ©Durham 8 p.m. ©Durham 6 p.m. Nov. 11 2005 -(NOV. 18 2005 Durham 96 , Durham 73 Nov. 29 2005 Nov. 29 2005 Loyalist 68 6 Mohawk 56 Fleming Fleming ©Durham 8 p.m. ©Durham 6 p.m. Nov. 18 2005 -,Nov. 19 2005 Durham 87 Durham 61 Fanshawe 82 j Jamestown 50 Dec. 02 2005 Dec. 02 2005 La Cite La Cite Nov. 19 2005 Nov. 19 2005 ©Durham 8 p.m. . ©Durham 6 p.m. Alt. State 91 Humber 50 Durham 71 Durham 45 Dec. 03 2005 Dec. 03 2005 Algonquin Algonquin Nov. 22 2005 Nov. 22 2005 ©Durban 4 p.m. ©Durham 2 p.m. Durham 82 Seneca 56 Seneca 80 Durham 45 Lords Basketball: Shining Stars OCAA Volleyball Standings Women^s: Men's: Samantha Women's Stamenkovic McConnell Central East Div. Central East Div. [Team W L T Pts Team W L T Pts Rookie phenom continued to [Durham 3 0 0 6 be a force in the paint on his Recorded six rebounds and Cambrian 4 1 0 8 Georgian 2 2 0 4 Georgian 3 1 0 6 way to scoring 14 points in a four steals while leading the 2 3 0 big 82-80 victory over the (Boreal 4 Durham 3 0 0 6 team in scoring with 14 Cambrian 2 3 0 4 Seneca Sting Nov. 22. points in a tough loss to the Seneca 1 1 0 2 Seneca Sting Nov. 22. Seneca 1 1 0 2 Boreal 0 5 0 0 THE CHRONICLE November 29, 2005 43 C3