again at D urham By Tanta Kwona one college at one location. Chronicle StaH The C1P Is a useful tool In was a successful gathering many ways. of Inquiring minds at the Durham Co«fge Is ahlv to Durham College showcase its programs and i, Itannual Open House and College services while helping stu- Information Program on Oct. dents in the community make Informed decisions about ,- 30-31. PARAMEDICS TO THE RESCUE: From left, Claudia Cicciarella, Andrew Randell, Prospective students, par- their college choices. display during the open house. ents, and guidance- counsel- Michelle Kennedy, admis- Josie CIrelli and Corey Hess, at the paramedics liaison officer fur lors were just some pf the sions and for information on Sheridan many people who :came to Durham College, was the host dents who are unable to trav- grams that we're offering : of the CIP el to check out out all of the to obtain information that College, Seneca College, and Durham : College to learn and team leader She came on at Durham. She is also different colleges that are they might not be able to get Humber College. about various Qntario col- here a recommendation from a leges and what they nave to part of the student recruit- spread all across Ontario. The otherwise," said Kennedy. ment and admissions team. CIP is at all of the participat- "Not all students have access Durham College Graphic offer. As part of a six-week Design student and left with a tour that started in With high school students, ing colleges at one time or to a car." September, the CIP helps they go through the college another, making it very con- Caroline Moule, a prospec- great impression. venient. tive animation student from The CIP was advertised in many Ontario colleges accom- application process, pre-re'qui- ways. who want to sites to get in, and college life. "Our goal is to have stu- Ajax, 'came to the Durham many modate people with her parents See Questions page 3 get information on more than The CIP is ideal for stu- dents know of the new pro- College CIP West-Moynes says oodbye^ l-l ^ tor-- T^\/^DC */ By Erin Pereira Veterans Association in showed throughout her work- Chronicle staff Oshawa on Oct. 29, with ing career at Durham. From was a night filled with many DC/LICIT staff mem- her start in the Early humour, happiness and bers, city officials, family and Childhood Education pro- Iteven a few tears, as a few students from her new gram to her current role as Durham College said goodbye school in attendance. COO, the speeches reflected in a farewell ceremony to Its "We are here to pay tribute the hard work and dedication Chief Operating Officer, to MaryLynn," said host for that West-Moynes has shown. MaryLynn West-Moynes. the evening Don Sinclair, "When MaryLynn started West-Moynes' stay at DC vice-president of human in 1985 as an early childhood has not been brief; resources and legal services educator, the board really did- She served the college and for the college and university. n't know at that point what a worked in various roles as part "We are sad to lose such a fine terrific mind it had," Gary of the executive team for leader, mentor and colleague. Cubitt, chair of the board of almost 20 years. On the other hand, some of governors, said in his speech She completed her last day us know that becoming presi- at the ceremony. "We cannot here on Oct. 31, and will soon dent of a college has been one say enough, how much we be starting her new job as of MaryLynn's long-time appreciate and want to thank president of Mphawk College. dreams." you for all of the talents and The commemorating cere- The night featured many all of the gifts you have QOOD TIMES; Former CQO Maryl-ynn West-Moynes, mony was held at The heartfelt speeches about the brought to us." accepts a gift from Student Centre manager Will Ellis General Sikorski Polish excellence West-Moynes See Veteran page 6 at her farewell party on Oct. 29. 2 THE CHRONICLE November 18, 2003 4 THE CHHONICLE Nmambar 18. 3003 'nie Dmiiam College Chronicle TO CONTACT US: ONIdE WKB&MBQQMJL223. OUR PHONE NUMBER IS: PUBLISHER: Blake Ftapatrick 721-3068 (Ext 3068^ ISPITOR-IN-CHIEF: Gerald Rosa QURJ&JVIA1LABBBESSJ&. AD MANAGER: Bill MamoH DJTORIAL chron^le^Q^jithamfi^tbgfl G et the b e st o f b oth worl ds Choosing between college and uni- alternatives for obtaining a university versity is difficult for some people, degree when combined with a college but for others the choice Isn't either diploma. or, It's both. Colleges in Ontario are UOIT is also offering bridging pro- now attracting a broader spectrum of grams for Bachelor of Commerce students with their university transfer (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts and bridging opportunities. While (Honours) in Integrated Justice many colleges have articulation Studies. A bridge semester is added agreements with universities, it's now after obtaining a college diploma in going one step further. either business or justice studies and Students at Durham College can then UOIT's Bachelor of Commerce apply their college diploma towards and Bachelor of Arts is incorporated certain university degrees. This is a In year. three. A transfer program is positive move forward for students also available for people who have who. want the hands-on le;irning worked In the. :justlce system for. at experience as well as a university least 10 years and want to get their degree. It's like getting the best of Bachelor of Arts (Honours). Bridge both worlds. The catch: Students courses will have to be completed college/degree bandwagon. Humber College University Transfer Guide at must maintain high marks. along with the two-year university College is now Humber College www.ocutg.on.ca. UOIT has established a revolution- degree completion. Institute of Technology and Although some people still put ary new two-plus-two program. This In addition to being a good idea for Advanced Learning. They offer others high on a pedestal for goini^ to program is for students enrolled in students who want hands-on experi- applied degrees in some of their pro- university, especially parents, It does- the two-year Durham College busi- ence, colleges that offer degrees will grams. It seems the distinction n't really make much of a difference ness administration laptop-based pro- attract students in other ways. Between colleges and universities is anyrxore. If going to college means who want to go to UOIT's The programs mentioned above now slowly diminishing. getting hands-on work experience Jramachelor of Commerce Honours earn students a university degree at a Ryerson Polytechnic University then what's wrong with that? A col- degree program in year three. For the lower price than going to university used to be a college in the early '90s lege diploma is just as Important as a first two years, students have to take for the full four years. Why wouldn t and is now best known for the hands- degree. Different careers call for dif- both college and university courses a student want to earn their degree on techniques used in their universi- ferent qualifications. and must maintain an A average In with hands-on experience wlillc pay- ty courses. They had the right idea to Anyone who has ever pondered the college courses and a B average In ing for college tuition for the first two change to a university 10 years ago whether to go to college or university the university courses. This program years? Although the cost for the sec- when colleges were not allowed to now can breathe a little bit easier. is perfect for prospective students ond part of the two-plus-two program offer university degrees. How times Don't know whether to choose col- because It lias a January start as well wiiJ be university tuition, it's still have changed. lege or university? Choose both, as the usual September start. If stu- cheaper than four years worth."' College and university partners problem solved. dents aren't interested in this two- And UOIT and Durham College are that have transfer and articulation plus-two program, there are other not the only colleges jumping on the agreements are posted on the Ontario Tama Kwong Taxicab driver or angel in disguise? My mother told me to never talk to strangers, it I told him that he was asking for directions and tion occurred. He shared with me that he had an was a conversation with a strange taxi driver that offered me a ride home. Appearing slightly dis- autistic child. It made me realize that this man has reminded me that this saying doesn't always tressed, he asked if I was all right. He offered me a probably learned to become more of a compas- apply. ride home. sionate person through such experience, as most A few weeks ago I was coming home late from cab drivers wouldn't be driving someone home if the Radiohead show in Toronto, walking up they weren't paid to. Harmony Road from the King Street Go bus stop. He kindly reminded me that a young lady like A man driving a red car stopped and asked me for myself shouldn't be walking anywhere alone at directions to Summerville Street. It was nearing 2 this hour. We had a lovely little chat about life and 'a.m. and I didn't welcome a confrontation with a the lack of honesty in society.