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Scientifically Inclined: Why hemp wont get you high
Scientists sequence the Cannabis plants genome
Arielle DuhAime-ross
If youve ever added hemp seeds to your oatmeal or hemp oil to your vinaigrette, all while wearing your favourite pair of hemp pants, chances are youve wondered what could possibly cause the Cannabis plant to produce the two very different strains that give rise to a high-fibre, high-protein seed on one hand, and the weed in your roommates pipe on the other. The effects of the marijuana strains are the result of high levels of thcA (9-Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) that, upon heating, are converted to THC, the principal psychoactive cannabinoid. Any Canadian hemp farmer, however, will tell you that if you smoke their Cannabis sativa crop, youll be hard-pressed to experience any of the psychoactive effects commonly associated with pot because hemp has low or non-existent levels of thcA. What is the cause of this difference? That is the question a group of scientists from the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Toronto tackled in an article published online in Genome Biology, on Oct. 20. Until now, the high level of difficulty associated with genomic sequencing had prevented C. sativas genome from being sequenced. A team led by Dr. Bakel, however, has finally managed to sequence its genome, albeit partially. They also sequenced its transcriptome, the complete set of rnA molecules located in a population of its cells. In doing so, they were able to compare and contrast the transcriptome of Purple Kush (PK), a highly potent marijuana strain popular with medicinal pot farmers, and the transcriptome of Finola, a common hemp cultivar. They demonstrated that several key enzymes that encode proteins involved in cannabinoid pathways are upregulated in PK and downregulated in Finola. More specifically, hemp and marijuana can be differentiated by the presence or absence of THCA synthase (THCAS) and cannabidolic acid (CBDA), where hemp is the lowTHCA/high-CBDA chemotype and weed is the high-THCA/lowCBDA chemotype. The CBDA enzyme usually competes for the metabolites that are used to produce TCHA but, through a process of domestication and selective breeding spanning thousands of years, the marijuana plant lost CBDA, allowing THCA to be produced freely. Conversely, THCA production in hemp is inhibited because CBDA turns off the enzyme that enables its production, THCA synthase. Although the scientists did not figure out the entire sequence, they believe that they obtained most of the non-repetitive genome. They hope that the sequence will allow hemp growers to produce cultivars with
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Students, staff and faculty celebrated Aboriginal traditions, teachings, food and culture last week on campus. Aboriginal Awareness Week hosted several diverse and interactive events. The bad weather did not stifle the celebrative tones as students gathered for the opening ceremonies in Branion plaza. Aboriginal Awareness Week hosted all kinds of events, from Aboriginal food tasting where students had the opportunity to try cedar tea, to performances in the University Centre, to workshops focusing on two-spiritedness. Jan Sherman, a local storyteller, drummer and singer delivered a prayer and song. Students also had the opportunity to spend an afternoon in the Aboriginal Resource Centre on campus. The resource centre is open to Aboriginal students and students who are interested in Aboriginal culture. The centre provides resources like first-year textbooks for students to use, as well as computers and quiet study areas. When individuals from differing cultural backgrounds interact, it is important to recognize how your culture, beliefs and values affect your perceptions of others and your behaviours when interacting with them, said Cara Wehkamp, the Aboriginal Student Advisor and manager of the Aboriginal Resource Centre. It is also essential to gain knowledge of other cultures and build respectful relationships. According to the 2006 census, only 9 per cent of Ontarios adult Aboriginal population had completed a bachelors degree compared with 31 per cent of Ontarios overall population. Building a greater understanding of Aboriginal cultures is essential to addressing the barriers Aboriginal learners face accessing post-secondary education in Canada, said Wehkamp. Numerous factors have been identified as barriers to postsecondary attainment such as the lack of Aboriginal role models, academic preparedness, financial, geographical, a absence of awareness about Aboriginal cultures, values, world views, knowledge systems and discrimination. This week can help to improve accessibility by raising awareness of Aboriginal programs and services on campus, highlighting local Aboriginal community members, sharing Aboriginal knowledge and promoting a sense of belonging, said Wehkamp.
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aboriginal awareness Week: It doesnt end here
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Students had many opportunities to learn about aboriginal culture at different events held in celebration of aboriginal awareness Week.
The week was supported by a number of campus groups and individuals including: Aboriginal Student Association, Office of Intercultural Affairs (Student Life), Student Help and Advocacy Centre (CSA), Guelph Queer Equality, Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity, Alumni, and Elders and Community Helpers. However, Aboriginal awareness does not end here, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. There are ongoing events such as Soup and Bannock Wednesdays, and the womens drum circle which is held the last Tuesday of every month. Check out the Aboriginal Resource Centre for upcoming events!
US introduces tax for canadians crossing the border Canadians will face yet another obstacle when crossing the Canada-United States border. The United States congress has reintroduced a tax of $5.50 for Canadians who are entering the United States as part of Obamas Buy American stimulus bill. Canadians previously had been exempted from the tax as part of the trade agreement. Although the $5.50 is relatively small, it only adds to the tension surrounding Canada-United States relations. Since February, the Canadian federal government and the United States have been negotiating Beyond the Border, a set of policies that allows for enhanced security and ease of trade. However, the invocation of the new tax has many Canadians wondering if the present path of relations with the United States is in Canadas best interest. (The Globe and Mail)
community recycling kicks into gear

City of guelph launches bike reuse program
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The City of Guelph introduced its new ReCycle Bike Reuse Program on Oct. 18 as part of Waste Reduction Week. The program is based out of the Waste Resource Innovation Centre (WRIC) in an attempt to keep reusable items out of the landfill. Residents can drop off and pick up old bikes free of charge. The ReCycle Bike Reuse Program ensures usable products dont go to waste. Many bikes are brought to the Waste Resource Innovation Centre simply in need of a new home, said Mirjana Zubac, waste management policy analyst at Solid Waste Resources. The ReCycle Bike Reuse Program encourages Guelph residents to drop off their unwanted, usable bikes. In turn, the program diverts and redirects bikes of all different shapes, sizes and colours from the landfill back into the community. The program idea was put forward after the Sustainable Transit Summit that took place in Guelph over the summer. Both the city and the university were challenged to make cycling a substantial alternative mode of transportation
Exotic animals endanger ohio community Ohio police issued a shoot-tokill order for 56 exotic animals when their owner, Terry Thompson, released the animals onto 30-hectares of farmland. Thompson appears to have let the animals loose before committing suicide. Of the 56 animals, 48 were killed. This included many endangered species, such as grizzly bears, lions and Bengal tigers. The authorities described the animals as aggressive and unresponsive to tranquillizers. By the time the shoot-to-kill order was issued, one of the larger cats had made its way to the interstate highway and was hit by a car. Thompson had been charged for animal cruelty 11 times, and the police admitted that they had received no less than 35 reports for his treatment of the exotic animals. (The National Post)
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within the community. The ReCycle Bike Reuse Program supports the goals of reuse and recycling by providing increased access to waste reduction opportunities and options, said Zubac. This program is a great way of promoting sustainability while helping out the community. Previously, residents had to pay a fee to dispose of their bicycles as waste. The donation option adds incentive to participate in the ReCycle program in order to bypass fees. Residents are allowed to pick up two bikes a year at no cost from the WRIC, and all they have to do is sign a waiver. The response has been great, said Zubac. Residents have been visiting daily to drop off and pick up bikes. As of Oct. 18, 18 bikes have been picked up by residents. The WRIC ReCycle program addresses issues of sustainability in every stage: it promotes an alternative way of acquiring a bicycle, promotes an alternative daily lifestyle, and finally, avoids waste. The ReCycle program has the potential to be great resource for the Guelph community.
federal government set to introduce long-gun bill The federal government has announced that it will soon introduce its much-debated long-gun bill. Owners of long-guns, such as rifles and shotguns, will no longer be required to register their firearms. They maintain the registration process is not a viable method of gun control and is an inefficient use of resources. The registry has cost approximately $2 billion dollars since it implementation. One of the major concerns surrounding the bill is that previous records of long-gun registration will be destroyed once the bill is implemented. (CBC)
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improved agronomic properties. In addition, this information will enable the farmers who grow the hallucinogenic drug for medicinal purposes to produce stronger or mellower strains that are specifically tailored to meet each ailing consumers needs. Of course, one can imagine that the same will hold true for the farmers who would rather focus on the drugs recreational uses instead. Regardless of whether these results are applied to textile production, pain-relief or more dubious practices, this study will undoubtedly improve the methods used to farm Cannabis sativa. Further research will attempt to elucidate the mechanisms that guide this transcriptional control. The technology is already in existence but, as the researchers remarked in their study, obtaining clearance to grow a particularly potent strain of weed is rather difficult to achieve, even when it is done in the name of science. Arielle blogs about science at www.salamanderhours.com
Strict response protocol ensures drinking water is safe

guelph reacts to potential water contamination
On Oct. 20, the City of Guelph enacted its response protocol when a water sample revealed a potential contamination. Although further testing showed that the water was safe, it did draw attention to the process of water sampling, and what the City actually means when they say protocol. The provision of municipal water is regulated in Ontario by the province though the Ministry of the Environment, said Peter Busatto, general manager of Guelph Water Services. There are very strict, regulated protocols for monitoring water quality and responding to what we call adverse water quality. Thats the kind of language we use to describe non-normal or changed water quality. Testing is done at different intervals depending on what the test is for. Some testing is even done continuously, such as chlorine
occupy guelph Transition guelph holds fall energy fair defines itself bringing energy
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Instead of the disorganization televised at other occupations, Occupy Guelph appears to be handling the logistical and political challenges it faces smoothly. Daily assemblies keep tasks assigned to those willing to perform them, with a high level of satisfaction expressed around the camp toward this system, both in the process and the results. These daily assemblies have also served as political talk-shops, and while almost everyone involved expressed some smiling version of people like to talk in reference to them, it was always couched in a larger sentiment of approval. The problems with focus on display in New York also do not appear to be a problem here, with the occupiers concerns largely coalescing around a desire for housing. To me this is more radical, or more interesting, than whats going on in other cities, said Danielle, an occupier who did not provide a last name. Because its directly about housing, and it was started by street youth, who started it as a means of addressing the need for housing. To this end, occupiers joined with other community members on Oct. 20 in a march to Guelph MPP Liz Sandals office, to press for housing assistance and a rollback of cuts to the special diets program, a government program providing additional funding to recipients of provincial income assistance whose dietary needs impress additional costs on their budgets. Over the past decade eligibility and funding was restructured in a way many believe was more in line with provincial budgetary considerations than the medical needs of those it is meant to assist, before finally being cut altogether last year. Thereve been a couple of people who told us, you know, hippies, go and get a job, but I found that [from] most people its been a really positive response, said occupier Tom, last name not provided, when asked about relations with the wider community. People are really supportive of what weve been doing, and theyre really glad to see people out here protesting for this and trying to create an alternative to the system that we have. A lot of people Ive talked to personally think that its great. Occupiers are working to further improve these relations by holding daily workshops and events such as video screenings, along with an effort to make the square a destination of choice for Family Day this past Saturday.
On Oct. 22, Transition Guelph held a Fall Energy Fair and EcoMarket to showcase green energy technology, and promote water and energy conservation. Held at St. James the Apostle Anglican Church, the event is meant to raise awareness about how we produce and use energy especially since colder weather is right around the corner. Canada is a country that depends heavily on non-renewable energy in the wintertime. As prices continue to rise, the ability to conserve energy has become essential, for both the environment and your wallet. The vendors at the fair showed that you dont have to buy a solar panel to become more sustainable: landscaping, financing and rigorous conservation are seen as good first steps. Transition Guelph aims to make communities sustainable and resilient to the effects of environmental issues such as peak oil and climate change. Guelph is home to one of the many groups that are following a transition model. Transition Guelph is a movement that stresses the need not only for an environmental transition, but a social transition as well. Community planning and co-operation are as much a part of future sustainability plans as solar panels. We often get labeled as an environmental organization, and thats cool, you know, said
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fine in that same sample route, the City of Guelph suspects that there was a problem within sampling process. With some of our sampling protocols, its quite easy to cross contaminate a sample, said Busatto. For instance, when youre microbiologically sampling the water, if you touch the mouth of the bottle or breathe on it, you can contaminate it. So the samplers have a challenge of following very strict protocol when they are collecting that sample. The City of Guelph conducts 1500 bacterial samplings a year, and the few come up as contaminated rarely indicate a problem with the water supply. Responses like the kind enacted on Oct. 20 are part of Ontarios strict water protocol that was implemented after the Walkerton tragedy. The process of reporting and confirming sampling ensures that Guelphs water is safe for residents to use and enjoy.
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Transition guelph holds Energy fair to promote green technology and energy conservation.
Chris Mills, co-founder of Transition Guelph and event organizer. I think everyone who is actively involved is a committed environmentalist. But really, I think at its heart, its a social movement. Because what we have to change in society is larger than our environmental footprint. We really have to change the way we think about ourselves and our place in the biosphere, and how we relate not only to the planet and the resources that we use to keep us alive, but also to each other. Students from the University of Guelph arts and science (ASCI) program are already on board. ASCI students worked with Transition Guelph to host a youth workshop and dramatic presentation at the Energy fair. The students are involved with Transition Guelph as part of the Community Project course, a core requirement for the ASCI program. The community placement gives ASCI students a way to put what theyve learned in the classroom into practice. The arts and science program really stresses the importance of interdisciplinary thought and a diverse understanding of the world around us, said Kate Jolley, a third year ASCI student. I think our program really fits with Transition Guelph because the Transition movement is really ingrained in environmental sciences, yet depends on aspects of arts as well. Science teaches us about the sources of pollution and the observable outcomes of unsustainable life styles, [but] the arts play an important role in getting the message of transition to the public [] Todays presentation really emphasized this point, too we presented scientific facts through the medium of theater. Reaching the public was the objective goal for the sustainability fair last Saturday, Oct. 22. Although many of the vendors present were representatives from green technology initiatives, the main focus on the event was conservation. We were hoping to raise awareness around the basic principle that the amount of energy we consume is not sustainable, said Mills. And we have not only change the way we generate energy, but the way we use it. The fair provided an opportunity for the community to get informed about energy consumption, and how to apply that information into every day and long-term conservation for a sustainable and resilient future.
University of guelph professor speaks on food crisis

Careless food management could mean huge troubles for future generations
zAmir merAli
This is the message of a book co-authored by University of Guelph geography professor and Canada Research Chair holder, Dr. Evan Fraser. The book, entitled Empires of Food: Feast, Famine and the Rise and Fall of Civilizations, examines how civilizations throughout history, such as the Roman and British Empires, fell as their supply of food dwindled. We are likely facing the same fate, warned Fraser at a talk he delivered to a room filled with intellectuals, students and food aware citizens. The crowd listened in sombre silence as Dr.
The history of human civilization is a story in which food and hunger are main characters.
Fraser delivered his grim predictions. He explained that there are three major mistakes that have been made by civilizations throughout history. Food empires tend to emerge in periods of time when, over a couple of centuries, the climate is really quite nice, explained
Fraser. So the first assumption is that there is good weather, and [that] there is always going to be good weather. Unfortunately, there isnt human-induced climate change completely aside, the weather is cyclical. Fraser also explained how finite quantities of farmland would ultimately put a cap on food production. The second one is food empires tend to expand when theres abundant unplowed, fertile, virgin soil all over the place, said Fraser. They expand by cutting trees down, plowing the fields, and grow quickly based on that initial explosion of productivity. That also isnt a sustainable, long-term strategy. In our society, we have masked this with our technology [in fertilization and irrigation], but theres serious doubts whether well be able to continue to do that.
The third assumption is more of an economic and ecological one, said Fraser. Farmers specialize on one or two things that they have a unique advantage in. That works on a relatively small scale. But when you say, Lets turn all of the Midwest into a grain belt, and California into a tomato field, you end up with highly efficient systems, but no resilience. Pests, droughts, fires, that sort of thing cause very, very big problems. Dr. Fraser emphasized that although he believes history could repeat itself there are potential solutions. He believes an emphasis on local food growth and self-sufficient communities are the key. We really want to focus on local food. So, we need a nested system that has a little bit of the global and a lot of the local.
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The Guelph Little Theatre (GLT) began its 2011-12 season on Oct. 14 with the play Frozen Dreams being performed at its location in The Ward neighbourhood. This play will continue to be performed until Oct. 29, depicting the lives of individuals who either are homeless or interact with the homeless. Frozen Dreams is set in Toronto throughout a contemporary Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. It is being performed in the month of October largely because the GLT has a tradition of showing a very family-friendly play during November and December, a time of year when Christmas tends to be thought of the most, even though that play does not necessarily have to be related to any holidays that occur in those two months. Throughout the play, the geographical setting remains the sameit is situated in an alleyway behind a building where three men have slept at night for the past year. These men include Sam (Bart Penwarden), Harry (Joe Brenner who will be directing The Laramie Project, premiering at the GLT in May) and Andrew, who is better known as Rainman (Shayne Coffin). Overall the playwhich is stimulating from start to finishhas a comedic tone, although it is not without tense moments. The plot revolves around a frozen turkey found by Rainman who, while 19 years of age, has the mental capacity of a seven-year-old. He decides that it should be eaten on Christmas Day with Sam and Harry. This frozen turkey was given to him by a charitable organization that had an objective of assisting people in a state of homelessness. This lends the dilemma of seeking out a place to cook the turkey, a challenging task for someone without regular access to an oven. According to reviews of the inaugural 2002 production of Frozen Dreams at the Peterborough Theatre Guild, the fact that charitable organizations have distributed frozen turkeys to homeless people around major holidays inspired Robert Ainsworth to write this play. An additional dilemma emerges when Lilly (Beverly Watson), a homeless woman and friend of the three men, abducts the turkey as she believes it is a baby who is need of her care. Thirdly a nurse known as Nurse Ginny (Naomi Kroeker), who is employed by a charitable organization to look after the health of homeless individuals, causes conflict with the three men particularly because of her desire to improve the life of Rainman. Steve Liebig, Ron Locke and Alex McCullough played strong supporting characters. A couple of University of Guelph students provided some of the behind-thescenes support as well. Peterborough-based Robert Ainsworth is the playwright of Frozen Dreams and also a friend of Alan
local symphony production taps internationally renowned guests

guelph Symphony Orchestra opens concert series with russian pictures
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In an all-Russian concert at the River Run Centre on Oct. 23, Judith Yan, the new artistic director and conductor for the Guelph Symphony Orchestra (GSO) had her debut, opening the orchestras Tour the World concert series. A group of local enthusiasts gathered before the show for a pre-concert chat with Simon Irving. He gave a run-down of the history of each composer whose work would be heard in the concert. Beginning with Glinkas Overture, the show started off on a very happy, cheerful note. Mussorgskys Pictures of an Exhibition and Glazunovs Violin Concerto followed suit. The program featured special guest Jaques Isralievitch, internationally renowned violinist and one of North Americas most distinguished performing artists. According to Yan, the GSO was very lucky to work with him. It was like winning the lottery, she said. Its been so much fun for all of us to make music with him. Its been a very busy year for Yan, the principal conductor of Opera on the Avalon (a Newfoundland summer music festival) along with many other projects on the go. She mentioned that its been nice for her to settle in with the GSO for the next while. Its such a wonderful group of people, and it shows in the way we work together and make music together, Yan said. The Orchestra is composed of people from the Guelph communityfriends, family, co-workers and neighbours who play music with a high level of musical aptitude. Its clear that this is a very cohesive group, which made for a great show with smooth transitions. This could be due in part
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to the fact that the performers get along so well outside of the orchestra, and have even started their own bowling league. As for Yan, she is off to California for a much needed vacation to spend some time with her friends and family. Shell be back in Guelph for the end of November, however, so the Symphony can get started on rehearsals for their Christmas concert, which will debut this December.
a police officer (ron loncke) harasses two rummies Harry (Joe Brenner) and Sam (Bart Penwarden) while rainman(Shayne coffin) cowers.
Quinn, the director of the Guelph Little Theatres rendition of the play. Quinn stated that he frequently communicated and collaborated with Ainsworth while preparing to show this play in Guelph. Quinn spent a number of years living in downtown Toronto where he observed places where homeless people slept. These observations influenced the set design. For example, a hotplate belonging to Harry was connected to a power outlet located on the outside of the building. Quinn claims to have seen instances of this type of hydro theft by homeless people. According to one review of the Peterborough version of Frozen Dreams, Ainsworth spent two years researching homelessness, where he found that there are many ways homeless people are inaccurately stereotyped. Knowing that Quinn and Ainsworth have these insights into homelessness provides more confidence that the play accurately portrays homeless people. The homeless characters, which might be considered stereotypical, display alcoholism, criminal law violations and mental health issues, however the research Ainsworth did could have shown that these are widespread issues among the homeless. Regardless, all of the characters featured in multiple scenes showed originality. Prior to each performance Quinn places slush from a local arena outside the theatres entrance and advertises the play with a sign reading Frozen Dreams on top of the mound of slush.
album review: Justice

Audio, Video, Disco 3.7/5
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Ive never liked hearing music by bands I like in commercials. There has always been something really off-putting about hearing a musician attaching their work to the marketing of a car or advertise beer. With that being said, this past summer Adidas released a fantastic advertisement showcasing great athletes, direction and music. The artist featured were the French duo Justice, who also released their second album Audio, Video, Disco on October 25. Before this album was released it had faced some judgement. Releasing Cross in 2007 made Gaspard Aug and Xavier de Rosnay of Justice one of the most popular acts on the electronic scene. Garnering comparisons to Daft Punk, Justice had made it big and it was going to be very difficult to repeat this success. Audio, Video, Disco is a good effort, but due to the onslaught of hype and unrealistic expectations it seems to fall a bit short. There is nothing unfair about comparing an artists new work to their old even if it does become redundant. Its tough to say what exactly this album is lacking. There are some stand out songs like Civilization and Brianvision, which are really good on their own right. Cohesively, Audio, Video, Disco doesnt work so well as a package, and it is most likely that in six months time well only think of the singles from this album. The vocals on Audio, Video,
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Disco are a good addition and change of style. Featured prominently on several tracks, they add a new dynamic to the sound Justice is known for. In addition to this, a variety of influences on the album are present, making for an interesting listen. Any fans of electronic music and certainly those of Justice will not want to miss out on Audio, Video, Disco.
Written from 1603 to 1606, King Lear was created over a time period that saw a 23 per cent increase in Englands population. Elizabeths government responded with a state property grab that left an entire class without homes, and then dealt with the resulting vagrancy and poverty by creating six property laws. These conflated three categoriesthe deserving employed, the deserving unemployedand the undeserving poorthat were defined in a 1563 act into one category of undeserving poor. By turning King Lear into a naked, rambling and raving man that moves out of his social sphere, Shakespeare crafted a play that prompted people to consider the morality of their Queens new laws. Waiting for godot Although they are not explicitly homeless characters and elements of Becketts stage
direction would suggest against it (bowler hats were symbols of class prestige at the time of Godots production), many theatre performances of the play have cast Vladimir and Estragon as tramps. The play itself situates the characters as removed from class and social ties, except with the everabsent Godot. Beckett uses this lack of social interaction to shed a light on the futility of existence, and it has to make you pity those that are stuck in situations that rely on others actions.
Pygmalion Seeing a homeless girl make a Cinderella/Prince and the Pauper-like transformation, this is basically the working template used for every crappy high school take-thesocial-outcast-to-the-prom plot in history. Higgins I like you like this statement basically says that its wrong to use peopleno matter what their classas vessels for social gain. Its the most familiar and basic commentary on the immorality of capitalism and exploitation that you can ever hope to read.
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new yorker columnist Adam gopnik talks about winter imaginations
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Its a real banner year for the CBC. And the Massey Lectures. Celebrating their 75th and 50th years, respectively, it seemed only appropriate to commence current Massey lecturer Adam Gopniks visit to Guelphs Norfolk United Church on Oct. 25 with a full audience rendition of Happy Birthday to You. Over the course of its broadcast, the lecture has been hosted by Martin Luther King, Jr., Noam Chomsky, Claude LviStrauss, and Northrop Frye, and in recent years theyve been hosted by the likes of Douglas Coupland, Margaret Atwood, Wade Davis, Michael Ignatieff, and Thomas King. Speaking in Guelph for a satellite presentation of the annual weeklong Massey Lectures, the New Yorker columnist and authorjoined by University of Guelph history department professor Stuart McCookspoke extensively on topics and passages in his new book, Winter: Five Windows on the Season. In Winter, Gopnikwho describes his book as a cultural history of winterexplores different imaginations from explorers, painters, pilgrims, poets, scientists and more imagined winter over the last 200 years. The writer explained that he focused mainly on the last 200 years imaginations of winter because, before then, the season was regarded largely as a time of burden and punishment. He likened his own attitude towards winter as that of a child watching the snowfall outside from the comfort of a living room. If I had a heaven, I would sculpt it after winter Gopnik said. For Gopnik, who wrote four books including childrens novels featuring significant winter scenes, the topic seemed natural the second he was approached about giving this years Massey Lecture. Winter is divided into five sections/windows; recuperative winter, in which Gopnik discusses winter as a time that
a new kind of occupier

Danger Alive confronts fine art convention, invites exploration
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From Oct. 17-21, a challenger took up residency in Zavitz Gallery. Meredith Browns sculpture and collage-centric show Danger Alive occupied the space, disputing some of the contentions of traditional studio art. With Danger Alive, Brown took bold moves borrowing supplies from environments as incongruous as construction sites and kitchen cabinets, making use of materials like caution tape, corruglass (a type of corrugated plastic) and aluminum foil to craft her end products. Nothing that I use is really a fine art material, Brown said. Its still sort of industrial. Subscribing less to convention was a conscious decision on Browns part; her priorities were with the visual outcome of the show. It may not make sense, but I think it works visually, she said. Although it was wrought with bold, contrasting juxtapositions of pinks with yellows and reds with blues, Danger Alive was not content with being animated in any two-dimensional sense; Browns show leapt off the walls of the gallery to confront viewers in a mano-a-mano fashion. Two sculpture pieces that Brown confirmed to be modernist armatures stood in the middle of the gallery, surrounded by cluttered collections of what looked to be clothing scraps. When studied carefully, they constantly evoked Ezra Pounds directive to Make it new! by giving off different impressions from every different viewing angle. The same could be said of the tape collage festoons occupying opposing corners of the galleries. I wanted to play with optical illusions, Brown said. When you walk around the two metal pieces, from every angle that you see them, it completely changes the look of the piece. Both the armatures and the festoons were continuations of projects Brown had worked on in past classes. While the armatures
Satellite massey lecture visits guelph

allows people to blossom in the spring; radical winter, in which winter is discussed as a tough and physically demanding time, especially as experienced by polar explorers; romantic winter; remembering winter, a section about the cultural baggage that comes with living in a winter city; and recreational winter, a section that talks about Gopniks favourite sport: hockey. After opening up the floor for audience questions, Gopnik agreed to sign copies of his books and meet some of his fans. While the Massey Lectures have been broadcasted by the CBC since their genesis in 1965, it has only been since 2002 that the lectures have been delivered each fall in front of large audiences in lecture halls on universities across Canada. This years Massey Lecture, now having completed its tour across Canada, will air from Nov. 7 to Nov. 11 on CBC Radio Ones Ideas.
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caution tape, foil, and assorted tape products festooned from opposing corners in Zavitz gallery throughout its display of meredith Browns danger alive.
were appropriated directly from a project she did in her senior sculpture class, the festoons were modified from a piece she did in Drawing IV that simply saw the tape arrangements applied directly to a wall. It was all very flat, and for the show I really wanted to bring that out into peoples faces so they could interact with it, Brown explained. Brown even attributed the show with an attitude and personality of its own. Its pretty busy and loud and sort of cranky sometimes, she said. Danger Alives foreboding name and all this talk of the shows outgoing character should not suggest that Browns show was confrontational in any oppressive sense. On the contrary, Brown served up an environment that welcomed exploration and guided viewers minds into impressionable states. Its just kind of supposed to be fun and playful and bright.
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The Wooden Sky takes to the streets

patient fans get a surprise street performance waiting to get in packed bar
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Southern Ontarios own The Wooden Sky performed at Guelphs Jimmy Jazz Oct. 20, greeted by a full venue of eager fans. Currently on their short Intimate Ontario Tour, accompanied by touring musician Northcote, these hard-at-work musicians have finally left their recording studio to stretch their legs and come out to play. Before their headlining set, the boys from The Wooden Sky decided to come outside and play two songs for those still waiting in line outside the (already packed) bar stopping passers-by in their tracks to have a listen. The bands act of genuine kindness made the show memorable even before the scheduled performance got underway. Thankfully, our small party managed to squeeze in the packed venue just as the band began to play. The Wooden Sky is a mix between alternative country vocals and indie rock instrumentals. They show an impressive amount of group focus and awareness, utilizing violin and melodica accompaniment and solos to create a dynamic sound. Their comfort as a group is really felt by the audience, and the lack of awkwardness on stage set a comfortable mood within the crowd at the Jimmy Jazz. Favourites played were Something Hiding for Us in The Night from If I Dont Come Home Youll Know Im Gone, This Bird Has Flown from their debut album When Lost At Sea, and both the regular and alternate versions of North Dakota. It would be interesting to see what this band could create by experimenting further with different rhythmical techniques underneath the unique vocal style. Theyve shown much progress since their first album, demonstrating different techniques and a much fuller sound in their new songs.
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had blown the play dead, the referee presented Gardner with the ball he caught to break the record. A lot of [the record-holders] have had successful careers in the CFL, so its pretty cool to be mentioned with guys like that, Gardner said. The program will certainly feel the loss of a hugely successful player like Gardner moving forward, but Gardner claims that in the last five years here there has been significant improvements in the players and coaching staff and that improvement will continue moving forward a promising statement from a player that has experienced the growing pains of a program in transition. Despite the disappointing 2-6 record of this season, the Gryphons will look to players like Jazz Lindsay to move them forward into next year. Lindsay claims the leadership of the fourth and fifth year players will be crucial in determining the success of next years team. A successful recruiting class wont hurt things either. With the emerging young talent on the offensive side of the ball, and the traditionally stout Gryphon defence, the skys the limit for the Gryphons. To a large
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The guelph gryphons football team finished their season with a loss to the golden Hawks on a positive note
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The Gryphons took on Laurier in the final game of the regular season with playoff implications on the line last Saturday Oct. 22. With a slow start by both teams, Laurier edged out a 15-10 victory over a stout Gryphons defence. Throughout the game, the Gryphon offence was plagued by holding and illegal blocking penalties that often negated big plays and killed offensive drives. First year quarterback Jazz Lindsay completed 26 of 50 pass attempts, throwing one touchdown and two interceptions along the way. Lindsay brings an exciting brand of quarterbacking to Guelph and despite the loss, good things are in store for Gryphon football. Theres not many dual-threat quarterbacks in the CIS, the way I can use my legs benefits the team, said Lindsay. Also of benefit has been the play of Jazzs older brother Saxon, a fourth year wide receiver for the Gryphons. In Saturdays game, the connection of Lindsay to Lindsay accounted for 69 yards of offence, and the chemistry between the brothers on the field was undeniable. We played together the first year I played football, said Jazz Lindsay. We didnt think wed ever get another chance to play together, so its been really exciting. Playing in his final game as a Gryphon, Jedd Gardner collected 123 offensive yards. His final reception was the Gryphons lone touchdown of the game. When we called the play in the huddle, I knew I had to get the ball to Jedd, said Jazz Lindsay. Im honoured to play with the guy. Gardner played his last year of university ball after being drafted by the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League last year. On a reception in the first quarter, Gardner became the all-time Gryphon leader in receiving yards the second receiving record he broke this year. After the whistle
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laST gamE rESUlTS 10/22: guelph vs. laurier 10 - 15 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 2 6 0
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10/22: oUa Semi final
laST gamE rESUlTS 10/23: guelph vs. mcmaster 1-1 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 10 4 2
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laST gamE rESUlTS 10/23: guelph vs. Waterloo 3-1 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 6 6 2
laST gamE rESUlTS 10/22: guelph vs. mcgill 6-1 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 11 1 0
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laST gamE rESUlTS 10/23: oUa championships guelph vs. Western 6 - 12 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 11 4 1
laST gamE rESUlTS 10/21: guelph vs. cornell (ex) 2-3 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 1 4 0
laST gamE rESUlTS 10/21: guelph vs. Toronto 3 - 2 oT gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 5 1 0
The dos and donts of Halloween candy: How much is too much?
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As with many holidays, Halloween is a day which tempts us to overeat and over-indulge in candy and treats. Whether its chocolate, candy or caramel covered popcorn how can students determine how much is too much candy this Halloween? Whats important is to keep in mind before indulging in a bag of candy this Halloween is that eating increased amounts of candy replaces nutritious foods which normally provide you with recommended levels of vitamins and minerals in your diet. Eating increased amounts of sugar can also result in fluctuating blood sugar levels, leaving you feeling tired and unable to concentrate and can lead to possible unwanted weight gain. Theres no need to completely eliminate chocolate and candy this Halloween though. A common misconception about candy is that people often believe that they must follow an all or nothing approach and completely eliminate treats from their diet, explained Lisa Armstrong, lead dietician and RD from the Health and Performance Centre at the University of Guelph. Armstrong says that there can be room in your diet for treats as long as you are mindful about how much and how frequently you include them, along with careful consideration of limiting other foods and beverage sources that contribute excess calories in your diet with little or no nutritional benefit. If you consume roughly 2000 calories a day, then according to the USDA, a reasonable daily intake of added sugar is to stay below 10 teaspoons. When looking at some common Halloween treats, a mini Wonderbar chocolate bar contains about one teaspoon of sugar, a mini bag of Skittles contains just under three teaspoons and two small Twizzlers contain just over one teaspoon of sugar, said Armstrong. If you are conscious to eliminate other sources of added sugar in your diet you are in a position to enjoy sweet treats in moderation. Its important to consider that not all treats are the same, and some are better options than others. Treats that are lower on the glycemic index such as chocolate covered peanuts or mini chocolate bars containing nuts, said Armstrong. Candy such as gummies, Skittles and Starbursts are higher on the glycemic index. Students can also select healthy snacks such as trail mix, boxed raisins, fruit leathers and Body Smart fruit chews to curb cravings. To stay healthy this Halloween some guidelines to follow include avoiding packages that have already been opened, throwing out home-prepared treats from people you dont know and checking the expiry dates on packages as some people save candy from previous years. To learn more students may want to make an appointment with a registered dietitian for help on developing a balanced eating plan to help reduce cravings. The Health and Performance Centre of Guelph can be reached at www.uoguelph.ca/hpc.
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degree, the success of this team will rely on the arm and legs, of first year quarterback Jazz Lindsay and the explosive offence he will facilitate in the coming years.
Silver finish for womens lacrosse

gryphon womens lacrosse drop final game in OuA championships to western to finish second
chris muller
On Oct. 22, the womens lacrosse team hosted Western in the OUA championship game. Western led for the better part of the contest, and in the end Guelph came up just short, losing 12-6. The second place finish is a great improvement for the Gryphons: they finished fifth overall last year. Led by the play of OUA all stars Dana Skyvington and Katie Smith, the Gryphons fought hard against a Western team that has consistently been among the elite in womens lacrosse. Moving forward, it would appear that Guelph is poised to challenge Western as the Gryphons steadily improve. Im really proud of this team, and Im really proud of the effort and the heart that they played with, said head coach Steph Green. Green noted that it was fitting that the two undefeated teams from the regular season would meet in the final. The whole team was great. When one person doesnt stand out, thats good, said Green. The team mentality was strong even after the bitter loss to Western, with many of the players congratulating each other on their efforts. Playing on the surface of the newly constructed Athletic Field Multiplex, the Gryphons hope to continue the success of this year into next season. The new facility served as a great venue for the tournament, and the Gryphons intend on maintaining their home field advantage in the new facility for years to come. At the sound of the final whistle, the spirits of the players were high even though they fell just short of the golden finish they had hoped for. Gryphon pride and Gryphon heart [are what got the Gryphons to where they are] said Green. Its this mentality that will propel the Gryphons to further success in the coming seasons and if this years finish is any indication, the Gryphons are set to become one of the elite lacrosse teams in the coming years.
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The gryphons women's lacrosse team were successful in their game against the Varisty Blues, moving them into the final championship game.
Guelph Queer Equality (GQE)
Queer Identities Week has become an annual
tradition at the University of Guelph. Organized by the
Student Help and Advocacy Centre (SHAC) in association with the Wellness Centres SpeakOut, Student Lifes Outline, the Student Support Network, Guelph Queer Equality (GQE) and the Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity (GRCGED), Queer Identities Week is an annual series of events taking place over a week in October dealing with a diverse selection of issues, all dealing in some way with gender, queer issues and sexual identity. Queer identity is a loosely defined, amorphous term, which encompasses a large number of different sexual and gender identities and doesnt have any of the limitations of using identity specific terms such a lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender.This was clearly a consideration of the organizers when they were organizing the events of the week. The events of Queer Identities Week approached this variety of topics through talks, workshops and film screenings, this years Queer Identities Week. One of those organizers was Alexandra Holton, who is the events and educations coordinator for SHAC and also chair of this years Queer Identities Week committee. In addition to giving representation to many manifestations of Queer identity throughout the week, Holton also had other ideas for things she wanted to have at the events. I specifically wanted to focus on learning how to use language in a more inclusive and friendly manner, along with the accessibility of spaces, she said. One of the events which approached this topic head-on was S. Bear Bergmans workshop, Writing With and About Gender. Bergman is an advocate of the increased usage of gender-neutral pronouns, and much of the talk revolved around, not just what they are and how to use them, but also what situations they might be relevant in, and why there is an increasing need for them. How do we decide whether something a haircut, a sweater, a behaviour, an action is masculine or feminine in gender? said Bergman, prefacing his introduction to the room of gender-neutral pronouns. Those that Bergman described are ze and hir, which can replace words like he, she, him, her, his and hers, which are far too gender specific to apply to all situations.
Bergman explained that ze is meant to be used instead of he and she, and hir instead of the other four pronouns, when gender is unsure or irrelevant. Some specific examples ze brought up included trans people, who may not be comfortable identifying as a single gender, and genderqueer people, who, while not necessarily trans, also feel that they dont conform to a gender binary or simply reject it. While these examples are quite specific, there are also more general uses in which these genderless pronouns might be applicable. While the universal he, defaulting to male gender pronouns when sex is not specified, has slowly but steadily become less and less common, especially in print and in government documents, there is yet to be an English language replacement that is accepted universally. Some alternate between male and female pronouns, while many others simply include both, in forms like he or she, (s)he, or s/he. While this does address the issue to some extent, Bergman points out that it is cumbersome and aesthetically unappealing. Discussion came out of this topic as the participants in the workshop were encouraged to write about imaginary characters without mentioning the characters gender, and then the others in the room discussed what gender they had presumed the character to be. While it started as a simple, almost elementary activity, the arising discussion about expectations of men and women, and even brought up issues about gender norms in children, and even activities and animals. Another topic which was explore during Queer Identities Week was a workshop led by j. wallace, an educator, activist and writer, titled Self-Advocacy in Medical Settings. The research says that lesbian, gay, bi and trans people access medical care less than straight people, said wallace at the beginning of the workshop. . What is important to think about, is that bisexual people access it less than lesbian and gay people, and then trans people access it less than lesbian and gay people. And bisexual people often have worse health outcomes. Any of this research, and I also want to throw out the huge caveat, that it is not because being lesbian, gay, bi or trans is a health risk itself. Living in a homophobic, transphobic and biphobic culture is a health risk. From there, wallace went through all the many issues relating to healthcare that specifically affect people of a Queer identity, and the struggles that some Queer people have to face in order
to receive the care and respect in a medical setting that they are entitled to. I firmly want to walk into medical settings being confident that we deserve good care, we are entitled to good care, our health depends on it, wallace continued. But that we often need to do a fair bit of advocacy work around making that happen. A variety of examples were brought up throughout the workshop both by wallace and those in attendance, including issues like presumptions about sexual behaviour based on sexual orientation, which manifested itself most commonly in stories about doctors asking about HIV status or suggesting HIV tests to Queer patients. Another example cited involved birth control. If youre starting with a new doctor and the doctor asks are you sexually active? and the answer is yes. Do you use birth control should not be the next question, said wallace. Thats the time to say, Im sorry youve skipped a step. I feel like we do have a responsibility to advocate for each other, he continued. Medical issues facing trans people were also discussed at wallaces workshop, with issues such as the availability of transcompetent doctors and logistical and financial accessibility of hormones and surgery, as well as the ongoing controversy surrounding blood donation in Canada from men whove had sex with men. Queer Identities Week is an important event on campus, because it is one of the few times when these kinds of issues are brought to the forefront in a public setting. While Queer issues are not out of place in many curricula at this university, learning about these topics in a lecture environment might not stimulate the same kind of discussion that public workshops can. That discussion is probably the way in which these workshops were the most effective. While the speakers brought with them ample information, it was the questions, ideas, concerns and experiences of the people in attendance which often led to the most enlightening and intricate discussions. Others understood and could relate to the situations, regardless of what gender identity they identified as. That so much discussion can take place, so many questions can be asked, and yet so many people can understand is testament, not only to the effectiveness of Queer Identities Week, but to its importance. Attendance wasnt limited to Queer people, and nor should interest in these issues be. Even though most folks are under the impression that Guelph has triumphed in being queer-positive, there is still much work to be done, said Holton. It is also important for us to recognize that queer issues are relevant not just in Canada, but around the world and that people are being affected everyday. We must fight on all levels to improve queer rights in Guelph and around the world. Queer Identities Week is ongoing, with events taking place until Saturday, Oct. 29, when the whole event will culminate in the MasQueer-Ade Dance Party.
U of Gs campus Queer group, and Canadas oldest campus Queer club, GQE operates regular social events and sponsors a myriad of other events throughout the school year. The GQE office is a safe space open to anyone on campus, with a lending library and an assortment of information about queer issues and events, both on campus and off.
OUTline
OUTline is a support service run through Student Life that offers information and resources to any interested parties, whether they are Queer or a student, both or neither. OUTline specializes in information about sexual orientation and gender identity. OUTline offers this information over the phone or through their website at http://uoguelph.ca/~outline.
SpeakOut
SpeakOut is run through the Wellness Centre, a division of Student Health Services committed to education. SpeakOut aims to raise awareness of issues of oppression, diversity and human rights with a focus on those issues affecting the Queer community and works to end all forms of oppression while educating students about oppression on a local and global scale.
Student Help and Advocacy Centre (SHAC)

SHAC is an on-campus resource covering a gamut of resources for students, including legal, financial and human rights resources. SHAC is a CSA run group and staffed by students. It is also a resource centre for information about upcoming events related to these issues. SHAC is located on the second floor of the UC.
Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity (GRCGED)

GRCGED is a collectively run resource centre operating out of the main floor of the UC. Theyre foyer is a fantastic resource for pamphlets covering a wide range of issues, concerns, events, and other. Operating within a feminist framework, GRCGED advocates for anti-oppression issues and offers a safe space for students, staff, faculty and community members.
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gryphons rugby go for gold

gryphons womens rugby move on to OuA Championships undefeated
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On Oct. 22, the Gryphons womens rugby team met the Queens Gaels in a match for the final position in the OUA Championship game. I have to give it to Queens because they were probably the toughest opposition weve seen so far in terms of defence and organization as a team. They gave us a difficult time in the scrum so we had to do some adapting there and play really hard defence, said head coach Colette McAuley. Even when they gave us a difficult time in set piece we adapted well and still attacked in any area that we felt was an opportunity and so they never got discouraged. If they couldnt penetrate one area then they tried another so it was really great to see. Guelphs ability to adapt would allow them to score a total of 50 points that would remain unanswered for the duration of the game, securing their place in the Championship game. The win against Queens also means that the Gryphons will host the Championship game next Saturday Oct. 29. According to McAuley, the ability to play on home turf is fantastic. Home field advantage is truly that, I mean especially with the turf field it takes away all the chaos of the bouncing rugby ball and then we just know how to play it. So Mac is used to playing on grass thats their home field so it gives us a bit of an edge and an advantage thats for sure. Learning from the game against Queens the girls must now prepare for the potentially golden game against McMaster. I dont have any game film on [McMaster] but when Queens and Mac played earlier in the season, it was a really close game so Im expecting a very similar style a strong pack [and] strong forward plays. We know theyre going to try to dominate really close and then Im just going to use [the teams speed] to attack out wide, said McAuley. In regards to the Gryphons chances at claiming a OUA gold for the fourth time in a row, McAuley expressed her optimism and confidence in the team. Even though Guelph had a few injuries last Saturday we have such depth that it doesnt matter what combination we put out weve been successful, which is again really nice especially when you go into a tournament like CIS when its three games in three days, said McAuley. So we need all 25 players to step on that field and do the job and its nice that all 25 can.
fan of the game

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This weeks Fan of the Game was spotted cheering on the Gryphon football team at the last home game of the season on Oct. 22. Heather Szentimrey, one of Guelphs cheerleaders, is in her final year in the studio art program. Her favourite Gryphon sports to watch are rugby and football. The most important role as a Gryphons cheerleader is to spread the word about our team and to show pride in my school, said Szentimrey. Not only does the team show spirit at football games, but we [also] compete in national competitions in Canada and the United States. We work hard and try to make our fellow Gryphons proud! Lauren Morrison, Olenka Iwanicki and Rachel Mencfeld, pictured below, were also cheering at the Guelph vs. Laurier game. Despite losing the game, the Guelph Cheerleading squad maintained a positive attitude throughout, reminding Gryphon fans that supporting your team in losing is just as important as supporting them in winning. Stand up, stand out and cheer for the Guelph Gryphons and you could be Fan of the Game. Follow @TheOntarion on Twitter to find out when were looking for Fan of the Game and it could be you and your friends in this spot! The winner also receives two free tickets to another Gryphons varsity home game!
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The gryphons domination on the field was evident throughout the entire game against Queens on oct. 22
The Gryphons will be on Varsity Field next Saturday, Oct. 29. Gryphon fans are highly encouraged to go out and support the team as they battle Mac for gold.
The gryphons golf team competed in kingston in the oUa golf championships from oct. 16-18. The championships, hosted by Queens, was a successful one for the gryphons womens team. christine fraser, who is originally from kingston, led the team with a combined score of 161, placing her in the silver medal position. The efforts of teammates Vanessa dupuis, Jessica keating and grace glofcheskie were also crucial in garnering the team the bronze medal. on the mens side, chris Hemmerich received the silver medal. Unfortunately, the gryphons mens team was beat out by Waterloo, Queens and Western for medaling positions by one stroke, placing them fourth overall.
gryphons soccer going strong

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The Gryphons soccer team is riding a wave of success, with 10 wins under their belt going into the playoffs, double their wins from the 2010 season. Head coach Keith Mason credits some of that success to the Gryphons new recruits. Weve had three excellent recruiting years in a row, particularly the last two. Weve brought in a lot of young talent, said Mason. Thats made a huge difference to the team. The Gryphons really bet on the help of young talent, and younger players now make up the bulk of the squad. 18 of the 24 players on the team are first and second year students. Based on what a turn-around this season has been for the team, they were clearly wise to do so. Having a team of mostly young players also helps insure the longevity of their success. Because we have such a young team, we see this as just the start of the new era, if you like, of the Gryphons mens soccer team, Mason said. These players are only going to get better, theyre only going to develop into finer players [] and it will get stronger every year. We see this as the start of building a new program, one thats going to be competing for championships for Gryphons soccer. The Gryphons have been playing this season on the new Gryphon Soccer Complex, including their first playoff game against the Brock Badgers. Its tremendous that we have probably the best facility in the CIS and to host the playoff game on there is an honour, said Mason. Were really looking forward to it. Having such a great field to play on isnt only an honour for Mason, but is also helping the team play as well as they have been this season. Having a quality facility to play and train on every single day is just a pleasure for the players and the coaching staff, he said. You can really play soccer the way its meant to be played. You add that to the quality weve brought in the past couple of years and its resulted in the season weve had so far this year.
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to the spices, which could have been cloying and overwhelming in a sweeter beer. The second beer, likely still available in bottles, is Highballer Pumpkin Ale. Made by Cambridges Grand River Brewing, the beer has similar spice flavour notes as the St. Ambroise beer, but is much sweeter. While it may be a bit much at first, and perhaps suited best to dessert rather than dinner, there is a much stronger pumpkin flavour present, which is lacking in the St. Ambroise beer. The last pumpkin beer Ive been able to find this year is the Great Lakes Pumpkin Ale, from Torontos Great Lakes Brewing Company. I am not generally a fan of Great Lakess seasonal or flavoured beers, which generally seem to feel unique for the sake of being unique, rather than effective flavour combinations. Their pumpkin ale, however, is probably one of their best outings, and far more than either previous beer tastes has the the sweet, fruity taste of actual pumpkin. The spice is there, but it is far subtler. The effect is far more reminiscent of apple cider
Potent potables: Pumpkin beers

DuncAn DAy-myron
Fall is a season of many things: leaves turning colour, days shortening, the air getting chilly, and everywhere you look things are pumpkin flavoured. Muffins, scones, coffee, ice cream, fudge, cookies, and yes, even beer. Pumpkin beer isnt always what you might expect it to be, and there are a few varieties available. I have seen three varieties available this year, either on tap at restaurants or available through the lcbo or Beer Store. The first is St. Ambroise Citrouille, a pumpkin ale from Montreals McAuslan Brewery. With over 20 years of experience, the craft brewery has become one of the foremost small breweries in the country, and their Apricot Wheat Ale and Oatmeal Stout have become keg staples at a number of bars. The brewery is also famous for its calendar of seasonal beers, of which their Citrouille is a regular autumn feature. I have only seen this beer available on tap at various
All of these are fine beers, and if youre not already overdosing on pumpkin then i strongly recommend giving them each a shot.
restaurants, both in Guelph and Toronto. It is getting late in the season and may not be so readily available, but if you do see it on a menu, go for it. It has a flavour more reminiscent of pumpkin pie than pumpkin itself. It has a smooth creamy mouth feel, and it is very heavily spiced. Cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg are all clearly present. It is not too heavily malted, and the bitterness of the hops is a clean counterpoint
alloween ! 'geek:H playing it s role Sex

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After the Halloween parties are over, and youve recovered from your hangover, theres one question that always remains: what exactly are you supposed to do with this costume? Well, for once I have an answer for you: why not try role-playing with your partner(s)? I know in the mass media, roleplaying can be portrayed as this weird, sort of taboo sexual practice. In reality, its about doing something fun and different. Think about the power of a costume for a minute. You know how when youre at work and youre wearing a uniform, it sort of lends itself to a certain role? If youre a server at a restaurant, would you ever approach people in the same way outside of your role? Or if youre a bouncer- dont you feel a little more confident in your actions, just because you know thats expected of you? You get my point- you behave a certain way in those roles. Even though the uniform doesnt do anything to change who you are, it does change the way you act. So why would people even do this when it comes to sex? Because it can be way easier to play a part than it can be to yourself. Lets face it, there are few things scarier than actually communicating with your partner what you want (or asking them what they want). If you show up in a police officers outfit, its way easier to tell them what to do (handcuffs optional, but certainly not discouraged). And that opens up a great way to say something along the lines of you know when you did . . . that was awesome and bring it into your regular sex play. Just remember- if you do end up trying out something like handcuffs, make sure that you set clear boundaries before you start. You should establish a safe word beforehand (a word that means get me out of these NOW). Dont be afraid to laugh at yourself, and enjoy it. It doesnt need to be complicated- in fact, you probably want to keep it simple. At least half of the costumes that you can find in stores right now lend themselves to some kind of obvious sex play. Want to make it all about your partner? Then maybe pick up a French maid costume and remind them that youre here to serve. Or if you want to take the lead and be a little more dominant, maybe take command in a pirates outfit. Youd be amazed at what options are out there for either sex. Find a costume that makes you feel confident and attractive. Come up with a couple of good lines to let your partner in on your motives, take on a sexy persona, and youre set.
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(the non-alcoholic kind) than of pumpkin pie. While it doesnt have the thick head or creamy mouth feel of either other beer, its far easier to drink. And drink more than one of. All of these are fine beers, and if youre not already overdosing on pumpkin and pumpkin flavoured foodstuffs,
then I strongly recommend giving them each a shot, if you can manage it. Its only a few months of the year that you can find these beers available, so indulge while you can!
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FASHION Worst sexy Halloween costumes of 2011

Some of the most popular sexy costumes last year were Lady Gaga, Snooki, and sexy takes on many classics like sailors, cops and witches, or sexy animals like bees and cats. Acceptable? Sure. The issue with this trend is that as every Halloween passes us by, these risque costumes become more and more bizarre. New sexy costumes coming out this year are the Sexy Beer Mug, Sexy Remote, Sexy Shower, Sexy Guitar, Naughty Nemo (of Finding Nemo fame), Dirty Martini (a literal martini), Sexy Skunk, Sexy Watermelon, Sexy Big Bird and Tow Truck Honey. Apparently anything can be made suggestive. The man or woman employed to come up with these new arousing costume ideas must sit on their computer chair, close their eyes and spin themselves around. And then whichever inanimate object they land on, they throw the word sexy in front of it and pitch it as the newest costume idea. I just experimented with this method, this year Im going to be a sexy umbrella. But I have faith in all of you. Attempt to be creative with your costume this year. Be something scary, hilarious or ironic on All Hallows Eve, and protest against that which is synthetic and skimpy!
Halloween is the annual holiday where you get to dress up in costume and binge on mounds of candy until youre in a self-induced diabetic coma. Lots of people dress in the classic guises of witches or firemen, or their favourite super hero, or even a favourite TV or movie character. But one costume trend that never seems to die out is women wearing as little clothing as possible. Any other time of year this would be completely unacceptable, but on this special day it is completely accepted. I would hypothesize that it isnt even the content of the costume that is important, but how little you can get away with wearing.
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Floating Eyeball Punch

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This Halloween, why not serve a spooky punch? Its a quick and easy alternative for a cocktail and a great conversation starter. Dont let those floating eyeballgrapes get in the way of you tasting this classic Halloween punch. Ingredients: 4 cups of cranberry juice 2 cups of apple juice 6 cups of ginger ale 3 (blood) oranges sliced 2 cups of peeled grapes or green grapes if youre lazy (you can also substitute this with lychees for a more exotic punch!) 5-6 cups of ice Other: 1 large punch bowl 1 ladle to serve 1. In a large punch bowl mix in your cranberry juice, apple juice and ginger ale. 2. Slice up the oranges and add them to the liquid mixture, be sure to remove any seeds you find. 3. You can either peel or just wash and add in your two cups of grapes. The peeled grapes will look a lot more eyeball-like. 4. Give the mixture a good stir, taste and adjust to your liking with more juice or pop. Once satisfied you can add in the ice cubes. For a more polished look, when making the ice cubes, add a couple of frozen cranberries to each section of the ice cube tray and poor over the water as you normally would.
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reusable fashion as well. Lastly, want to get rid of those old cell phones, chargers and batteries? Dont throw them in the trash and send them to a landfill. They can contain chemicals like mercury, lead and cadmium which can enter the water table, polluting our drinking water and our food. They also contain valuable metals like gold, platinum, tantalum and copper which can be stripped and reused. Keeping existing resources like these in circulation lessens the need for mining them. If youre looking for a place to recycle these on campus, stop by the Sustain-
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When it comes to careers
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How many times have you heard the expression follow your heart? It is a great thing for a person to say from the comfort of a career position they have enjoyed for a few years, but on the receiving end of the comment, have you ever wondered how you find out what your heart is telling you? Determining a plan early in ones university experience is important. Those who do land career positions soon after graduating often have the edge in an interview because their summer job choices, term papers, conferences attended, volunteer work and field experiences during university to help them know more about the work they hope to do in their career. John is a fourth year economics student who is just about to negotiate a career entry position with the Parks Service after graduation . In high school, John worked at a local resort near his home town in Ontario. The summer after his first year, he worked in the bar at the resort and made great tips. His parents always thought John would be the lawyer or the teacher in the family. Publicly, he went along with his parents dreams for his career, but going into second year, John became concerned that he really did not know what he wanted to do after he finished school. The need to resolve this angst led him to find professional career advice and mentoring. With this help, he worked through a process of analyzing himself, his strengths and the kind of activities in other parts of his life that caught his interest. He conducted several informational interviews to get a better understanding of the careers that his parents had in mind for him, as well as some new career directions. He developed three new career paths. His career destinations all combined his passion for the outdoors with academic strengths in history. For two summers, John held increasingly responsible student manager positions with
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Ecobit: reusable resources

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As many of you might know already, there are many resources on campus to help you on your way in becoming a more sustainable student. Some of these have special incentives too. To start off, students who purchase hot beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) using their own reusable mugs always get their drink for the price of a regular instead of a large size. On Muggy Mondays, a campus-wide event every week, you also get double stamps on your Hospitality coffee cards which speeds you up to that ultimate free drink youve been patiently waiting for. With Muggy Mondays in mind, youll be surprised to see how much extra pocket change you have! A new initiative that has just started taking place on campus is the purchase of a $5 I am reusable card which allows students to purchase and eat meals in the University Centres Centre 6 food court with reusable containers. These containers are then collected back after every meal and students can grab a new one with their next meal when they present their I am reusable card. This is a pretty sweet deal! You dont have to lug around your own reusable container or do any extra dishes, and you dont create waste by using and then tossing away one of the disposable containers. And do you ever wonder what to do with those extra plastic bags you have lying around? If youre not going to reuse them yourself and feel like getting rid of them, instead of throwing them away, you can donate them to the Small Animal Clinic located on College Ave, near the Ontario Veterinary College. Here, they can be reused as dog litter bags for dog walkers. Its a great way to get rid of them in a
3-d glasses, how do they work?

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Hollywood blockbusters almost always hit theatres in both 2-D and 3-D formats these days. But only the 3-D option requires a little more technology than just your eyes. To achieve a stereoscopic 3-D image, each eye needs to be seeing a different image, in order to mimic true human sight. Old technology used anaglyph images, which were viewed through the familiar twocolour glasses. These glasses require two colours opposite on the colour spectrum, which is how red and cyan became the standards. Two separate images were superimposed but offset enough that each eye would view a slightly different image. The brain is essentially tricked into perceiving depth. Newer 3-D technology doesnt need to rely on coloured lenses in order to display a 3-D image. RealD Cinema is the most common technology, and its what youll experience when you see a 3-D movie at the Galaxy Cinemas here in Guelph. With RealD, instead of superimposing the two images and then filtering them out, as the anaglyph system does, different images, one for the right eye and one for the left eye, are projected alternately at an astonishing 144 frames per second. A device called a push-pull electrooptical liquid crystal modulator, or ZScreen, is placed in front of the projector. It alternately polarizes each frame from the projector using circularly polarized light. The frames intended for each eye are given opposite polarities clockwise for the right and counterclockwise for the left. The glasses you wear at these theatres are polarized in the same way, so that each lens will only let you view images of the same polarity. Another new use of 3-D technology can be found in the Nintendo 3DS. The device uses a kind of 3-D technology that doesnt require glasses. The display is covered with a parallax barrier, which is thin enough not to be noticed, but thick enough to cover alternating columns of pixels. This allows each image one for the right eye and one for the left to be displayed using alternating columns. With each eye viewing the display from different angles, it affects just which columns of pixels the parallax covers, meaning different images are seen by each eye. Similar technology is currently in development for televisions. A different technological mystery will investigated and explained each week in How do they work?
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ability Office in Trent Lane. For more on campus resources to help you minimize your ecological footprint, check out: http://www.pr.uoguelph.ca/ sustain/livinggreen/greentips.htm
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Make your own beer cap locket
It might not sound like the most romantic piece of jewelry, but this little craft makes good use of materials that would otherwise get thrown away (or left on your coffee table). you will need: 2 beer caps Glue String Nail polish (optional) How to make it: Make sure to wash both beer caps before you start, unless you find the smell of moldy beer attractive. Since many of us dont want to showcase a picture of a boot or a deer as a fashion statement, you can use nail polish to cover the mascot of your favourite brew. Paint both beer caps before you make your craft and allow for ample time to dry. Nail polish is a great way to mimic that enamel shine. If you decide that you want to add a little colour to you locket, make sure you pick a darker nail polish to cover Mr. Ready. To seal your design, apply a clear topcoat. When your caps are completely dry, cut a piece of string one inch in length. Place the caps side by side, and allow for a small space between them (about one cm). Apply a small drop of glue to the caps, and place the string on the adhesive, pushing gently to cover the string completely. After you have placed the string, do not move you craft until the glue is completely dry. If you move it, the glue may not bond properly. Once its dry, simply fold the locket over a larger piece of string your locket is ready to go.
the Parks Service. He landed his first summer job because the person he interviewed in the Parks Service was impressed with his informational interview and notified him of the opening. John established himself as a hard worker, a good co-worker, and a strong leader committed to the work the service provides. In his recent interview for the career job, the interview team was impressed with his record of experience and the relevant business plan that he had prepared as part of one of his courses. John lost about $12,000 by not working at the resort but it did not take that long to make that back and more by finding a good job to start his career. Using your summer experiences the right way can mean more than what one thinks. In a study done by CareerBuilder in March 2011, more than half of employers reported that they treat summer jobs as extended job interviews, said Brent Rasmussen, president of CareerBuilder North
interview people in the destination career you hope to pursue.

America. Summer employment is a great way for workers to network, test-drive different career paths and earn permanent placement within an organization. So how do you get started planning for your future career? Analyze the validity of your current career destinations. Do you have the academic strength to get the grades you need to pursue it? Whose goals are you aspiring to? Do you have at least 3 other career destinations (related or un related) that you would be almost as happy to pursue? Do you really know what your favoured destination entail during and after work hours?
Interview people in the destination career you hope to pursue. Check the web and talk to a career development professional about how to do thoughtful informational interviews. Remember, your interviewee may be a future boss. The impression you leave behind could play a crucial role in in finding you a summer or permanent employment later on. Create a plan and stick to it If your interviews help you decide on a career path then your next steps in defining your career destination and then mapping out ways to make yourself an ideal candidate for a job that will start you off towards your career destination.
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Professor WJ Brad Hanna located: in the archives Brad Hanna is an associate professor at the Ontario Veterinary College who investigates neuromuscular disorders of animals, in particular those that may be caused by dysfunctional ion channels. It was something of a surprise, then, to find him in the Archives with several boxes of materials laid out in front of him. Papers included the OVC Dialogue, The Yak, student newspapers from the 1940s, old University of Toronto yearbooks, U of T student Newsletters and related ephemera. What gives? Even though it was his vacation, instead of canoeing or swinging a club at a dimpled ball, Brad was working in the Archives tracking down the winners of the Challenge Cup, the annual hockey tournament held by the veterinary medicine students. The tournament began in 1931 when Principal CD McGilvray donated a modest award for this inter-class competition, and it has continued uninterrupted right through to Challenge Cup 82, scheduled for March 2012. For those of you keeping score, that means that the Challenge Cup is only a few years younger than the Stanley Cup. One might be forgiven for asking why a professor with a full course load and graduate students to advise would be spending additional time in the Archives researching a recreational hockey tournament. Hanna explained that it is part of the OVCs 150th anniversary celebration in 2012. The annual Challenge Cup, says Hanna, has long been one of the premier non-academic events of the year at OVC, and alumni many years out recall the incredible fun they had playing in it. To help mark the 150th, Brad has constructed a trophy modeled on the 1931 Stanley Cup, which had a much more modest base than the one that supports it today. He learned traditional metalsmithing techniques and succeeded in producing an object that bears a striking resemblance to Lord Stanleys (scaled-down) Cup. Thanks to the historical research conducted in the Archives, most of the past winners of the DVM student tournament have been identified and the team names have been engraved onto the new trophy, creating an object that will tell the story of the tournament for todays students and serve as a source of nostalgia for alumni. And it wont look bad in a team photo! Brad had many kind things to say about the staff of the Librarys archives who were able to unearth papers and publications that could not be found through the cataloguing system (about which he was less kind). He also found that some of the very old materials were suffering from mould and mildew and were in less than satisfactory condition. He was also disappointed with the Archives hours of operation. As this was a personal mission, Brad was forced to take vacation time in order to do research during the hours that the Archives are open.
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life on the inside was tough for Puddles, but sometimes life on the outside is tougher. after that many years in the joint, you get out and you aint got no girl, no job, nothing. Sometimes he thinks about one more contract. He gets away with it, hes golden. all the money he needs. He doesnt? couldnt be any worse than this.
The Library is currently attempting to raise additional funding that would allow for an expansion of the archives and better climate control for the rare books and materials in our care. As for the hours of operation, that will likely remain the same.
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fire away: Why the occupy movement should be occupying more minds
stephAnie rennie
In the past two weeks the Occupy movement has made its way from Wall Street to Wydham Street. Since the first day of massive protest in Toronto on Oct. 15, protesters have occupied St Georges Square in downtown Guelph. Filled with tents, tarps, a portable washroom facility and a makeshift kitchen, these persistent activists look as though they are here to stay. Though last weeks steady rainfall and further heavy rain fall warnings proved challenging for those occupying Guelph, they remain true to their message and mission. With this movement reaching members of our city and inspiring people to occupy the downtown square, one would assume that such a movement would be the major topic of conversation on campus. However, the opposite seems true. When asking fellow students of their understanding of the Occupy movements around the world, even in the city in which they reside, many students responded with a blank face. Although Occupy Guelph has proven to be a small fraction of the size of movements in larger Canadian cities, it is still very important to the movement at large. I realize that this is a busy time of year as midterms are piling up and a majority of students are spending their days in the library cramming, but this movement holds great importance for us all and is happening in our own backyard. The magnitude of the Occupy movement is substantial. Occupy Wall Street began more than one month ago, slowly seeping into large American cities and finally reaching Canada in mid-October. The movement has been a popular topic covered by many levels of media and flooding social networking outlets since its beginning in September. Although not everyone has cable or reads newspapers, Occupy Guelph is happening right in our downtown. It is impossible to catch a bus downtown without noticing the massive tents occupying a square that was once home to a mere fountain. So how is it possible that students are not more aware of this massive movement? Too often students are trapped in the campus bubble and shielded from outside news that impairs the ability for students to advance their understanding of the world based on current issues that desperately need attention. Even if students are not pitching a tent downtown, there is still a need for informed conversations and debate on campus. Such dialogue is crucial to the Occupy movement as it has faced much questioning and criticism since its origins in early September. A common criticism of the Occupy movement has been its lack of direction or concrete message. I would argue that this momentous protest does not hold one distinct message for good reason. One message could not possibly contain the necessary outrage felt by people around the globe denouncing their daily schedules and typical commitments to rally in solidarity against many issues. The complexity of the gap between the rich and the poor, and the consequential effects, inflict more than a meagre message within the many angered people taking to the streets. Instead of one single message, the Occupy protests have become a combination of many outcries from infuriated people falling within the 99 per cent of the population dealing with grave debt and inequality. Furthermore, much debate has circulated around the difference between the situation Canadians face in comparison to those protesting in other countries around the world. Many have argued that Canada does not experience the same disparity and hardships as the United States. It is evident that much debate and attention has been centralized around this protest, showing the growing awareness and importance of the Occupy movement. Despite which side of the picket line you decide to sit on, the Occupy movement affects us all and is more worthy of our attention and dialogue than what happened on last weeks Jersey Shore.
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Every year one week in October celebrates Queer Identities Week here at the University of Guelph. This year, the weeklong festivities began on Oct. 19 with a rainbow flag raising ceremony to celebrate the LGBTQ communities on campus. The week will also highlight the many resources that are available on and around campus to Queer students at the U of G, as well as featuring workshops for students who are interested in Becoming an Ally, and getting involved with the LGBTQ movement on campus to create Queer equality. Then on Oct. 25, students received a disappointing email from President Alastair Summerlee informing students that hate graffiti had been found in one of the student residences. Despite Guelphs zero-tolerance hate policy and the awareness created by events such as Queer Identities Week, these incidences continue to occur. Similarly, CTV reported that a lesbian couple had been kicked out of a Tim Hortons in Blenheim, Ont., a relatively small town near Chatham-Kent, and a mere three hours away from Guelph. Although the Community of Blenheims tourism website claims a friendly,
vibrant atmosphere the incident that occurred at the local Tim Hortons has prompted many to think otherwise. The couple, who were sitting with friends and family outside, were asked to leave the property after allegedly going beyond public displays of affection. The couple claims it was nothing more than a hand on a waist and a kiss on the cheek a harmless gesture that if displayed by a heterosexual couple would not have garnered such attention. Since this story was released, Facebook groups and posts regarding this have been circulating on many students Facebook newsfeeds. Statuses proclaiming their disgust for such an event as this begs the question, why arent students at the University of Guelph more concerned about hate crimes taking place in the immediate vicinity of their homes, such as the hate graffiti on campus? Why arent students more riled about the targeting of fellow students? Not that we at The Ontarion are suggesting that students shouldnt care about Queer hate issues in other communities, nor that this hate should be reciprocated towards the offenders, but we do feel that U of G students
need to take a more active stance against Queer oppression and hate if we are to ensure a safe space for Queer peoples and communities. I am asking members of the community to join me in condemning such acts of hatred, said Summerlee in his email to students. The University of Guelph is a community committed to civility and mutual respect and, as such, will not tolerate such hurtful actions. There are many triangle rainbow pins floating around campus on backpacks of students, but is this enough? How many pins will it take to effectively discourage the repetition of hate graffiti and violence? Even though there has been a steady increase over the years in students coming out of the closet in Guelph there likely are still many that remain wary of this step because they do not feel comfortable enough to do so here. Some may move to the Church and Wellesley Village in Toronto in order to come out because they feel its a safer space. And this says something about the U of G: that there arent as many students speaking out against hate as there are buttons supporting Queer groups.
This week, Rick Mercer ranted about teen suicide after 15-yearold Jamie Hubley of Kanata, Ont. took his life after being bullied for being gay. A statement from Jamies father, Councillor Allan Hubley, stated that Jamie had recently tried to start up a Rainbow Club at his high school to help promote equality and total acceptance of others. Instead of gaining the acceptance he was trying to promote, he was bullied not only in school but also online, where he liked to post Youtube videos of himself singing covers of his favourite songs. Its not enough to tell kids who are different its going to get better, we have to make it better now, said Mercer in his rant, referring to Dan Savages popular It Gets Better campaign. We, the students of the University are not kids anymore most of us are 18 or older. We need to make it better for each other, for our friends, fellow students, fellow Gryphons. Not only do we need to support diversity on this campus but we also need to take a more active stance against bullying and hate.
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Invisible Children Documentary.
Invisible children works to stop children being forced to be soldiers in Uganda. Come to a screening of their documentary, Tony, on Monday, November 7 in War Memorial Hall, corner of College & Gordon (U of G Campus). Members from Invisible Children will be there to speak; you wont want to miss this! Admission free, screening begins at 7pm, Arrive early.
Student of Colour Support Groups (and Students from Different Cultural Backgrounds). Mondays: One on One support 10am-2pm, Discussion 3-5pm. Tuesdays: One on One support 10am-2pm. Discussion group 2-3pm. Wed: One on one support 10am-2pm. Discussion group 5-7pm. Confidentiality ensured. Munford Centre, Rm 54. Contact: rmcleod@uoguleph.ca or x53244.
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Out on the Shelf, the queer library and resource centre located in downtown Guelph is looking for volunteers to be on the Pride committee and help with events and fundraising. www.outontheshelf.ca Habitat for Humanity has Volunteer Reading Week trips to
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Thursday october 27 Collge of Arts presents The Art Of The Book: With Clark Blaise And Friends. 2pm at the Macdonald Stewart Art Centre. Student Life Leadership & Community Engagement: Leadership in the Arts Workshop series. Workshop 5: Reflecting on the Leadership in the arts 5-6:30pm in UC 103. Sign up on Reg at www.uoguelph.ca/ studentaffairs/reg Thursday At Noon Concert Series. celebrating over 40 years of music making . Concerts start at 12:00p.m. Thursdays in Mackinnon room 107 (Goldschmidt room). Admission free donations gratefully appreciated. Everyone welcome! friday october 28 Guelph Spoken Word Presents: The Guelph Youth Poetry Slam. Featuring Emily Kwissa. 6pm at Guelph Public Library Main Branch (100 Norfolk St.). Cover: FREE (suggested $3-5 donation). www.guelphspokenword.com Saturday october 29 Guelph Hiking Trail Club Hike: Level 2. Speed Moderate. Scotsdale Farm Loop. Wear proper footwear, seasonal clothing, sun protection. Bring water/ snacks. Meet 12:30pm at covered bridge parking lot east of Gordon St. for carpooling. All welcome. Contact: Norm 519-836-3568. monday october 31 Trick or Eat for the Guelph Food Bank! 4-8:30pm. Bus leaves from University Centre. Register at trickoreat.ca (team or individual!). Food collection, costume and home-decorated, pumpkin contests! Wednesday november 2 The Stress Management and High Performance Clinic marks International Stress Awareness Day with the two following free public presentations. Talk about Negative Selftalk! - 10am-3pm in the UC Courtyard. Brain Brightening... boost your brain power! - 7-9pm in UC 441. Info: 519 824-4120 x52662 or www. uoguelph.ca/~ksomers. ongoing: Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) is encouraging all Ontarians to register their consent to become organ and tissue donors. By registering as a donor, you could one day save up to eight lives and enhance as many as 75 more. Online donor registration is now available at BeADonor.ca. Its easy and it only takes 3 minutes to register. www.beadonor.ca
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Strict water testing protocols ensure that guelph water is safe.

University of guelph professor speaks on food crisis

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ArtS & CuLturE

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local symphony production taps internationally renowned guests

frozen dreams is a fascinating play

album review: Justice

list Service: Theatre tramps three examples of homeless in plays

ArtS & CuLturE

ArtS & CuLturE

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a new kind of occupier

Satellite massey lecture visits guelph

The Wooden Sky takes to the streets

SPorTS & HEalTH

SpOrtS & HEALtH

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good things in store for gryphons football

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laST gamE rESUlTS guelph vs. Queens 50 - 0 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 7 0 0

10/22: oUa Semi final

laST gamE rESUlTS 10/23:

18 - 7 gryPHon SEaSon STandIngS: W l T 8 2 0

Silver finish for womens lacrosse

Guelph Queer Equality (GQE)

Queer Identities Week has become an annual

tradition at the University of Guelph. Organized by the

Student Help and Advocacy Centre (SHAC)

Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity (GRCGED)

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Queer Resources On Campus

SpOrtS & HEALtH

SpOrtS & HEALtH

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gryphons rugby go for gold

fan of the game

gryphons soccer going strong

Potent potables: Pumpkin beers

alloween ! 'geek:H playing it s role Sex

FASHION Worst sexy Halloween costumes of 2011

Floating Eyeball Punch

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Ecobit: reusable resources

3-d glasses, how do they work?

Beths craft corner

interview people in the destination career you hope to pursue.

life in the Stacks

MEMBERSHIP LIST AS OF OCTOBER 13, 2011

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