The Dialog Vol 37. Issue 11. Feb 18 to 31 by The Dialog

VOL. 37 ISSUE 11 / FEB. 18 TO 31, 2019 GBC Student Newspaper â&#x20AC;¢ Founded 1982

NEWS/ P. 4

SPORTS/ P. 14

ARTS & LIFE/ P. 11

Ontario students protest OSAP cuts

GBC women's volleyball on the rise

Managing stress during mid-terms

GBC Theatre swings into winter season THEATRE/ P. 9

NEWS

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Student unions pen letter to Ford SA among 75 student unions to sign the letter condemning changes to OSAP KEVIN GOODGER REPORTER-EDITOR

Seventy-five student unions from across Canada, including the Student Association of George Brown College (SA), have signed an open letter to Premier Doug Ford urging him to not implement the “Student Choice Initiative.” The letter, penned Jan 29, starts off by describing the role of student unions across the country. “We have one job in this role, and that’s to listen to students. We talk to hundreds of students every week and we take action to try to help them.” The first topic the letter covers is OSAP cuts, specifically the decrease in grantbased funding in favour of loans. “Students have seen a di-

rect reduction in grant-based funding at every income level. Students universally feel that this decision is a firm step backwards.” The bulk of the letter, however, is focused on the proposed Student Choice Initiative writing, “we want to express our collective opposition to a precedent your government is setting surrounding student union fees in Ontario, dubbed the Student Choice Initiative.” This initiative means that students can opt-out of paying ancillary fees that help fund some student services, including food banks, student newspapers, student governments and more. According to the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, this is an initiative “through which every

individual student in Ontario will be empowered to choose which student fees they want to pay and how that money will be allocated.” The letter makes the point that “student governments are the democratic voice of students. Each year, hundreds of students are elected across Ontario on promises to keep our institutions accountable, to ensure the health and safety of our students, and fill crucial gaps that our institutions do not provide.” “The student voice would be extremely diminished,” said Jasmyn St.Hilaire, director of communications and internal for the SA. “The Student Association is the voice of over 30,000 students here at George Brown College, and when you take that away you’re taking

away student’s voices, and that’s very alarming.” Andrew Pidsadny, president at Mohawk Student Association, also signed the letter. “In certain situations where this has happened, like in Australia, it essentially removed the presence of student associations on campuses,” he said. Pidsadny said he hopes the letter will be heard by the government and that he thinks “the goal is to make some change and I think that we’re doing everything we can right now to influence some change.” The letter ends by calling for the reversal of the Student Choice Initiative “until proper consultation is done”. “What we are urging the government to do, all we’re

asking is for them to actually engage us at the table, and we do believe that we are the major stakeholders in this decision,” said Jahmoyia Smith, president of the Fanshawe Student Union, “we were not a part of the initial process, or initial decision making, or anything for that matter.” “The Student Association of George Brown College hires about 100 to 150 parttime staff, which are college students here at George Brown, every year, and so our goal is to make sure we are still being able to give that to our students as well as have all of our services,” said St.Hilaire. “We will be trying to figure out how we can do that under the new law.” With files from Ladshia Jeyakanthan.

GBC students' comments and letters Re: SA board to be cut by half As a former constituency representative and multi-year board member of the Student Association of George Brown College, I am very disappointed with this direction. Constituencies are marginalized and under-represented voices in all sectors of governance. Removing their inclusion and access in the deciding body of the student union is a mistake. Coty Downey Zachariah, national chairperson of the Canadian Federation of Students.

Re: don't self-sabotage your student rights It's one of those situations where freedom of choice has a big negative impact. If everyone opts out of fees to save money on their tuition, then all clubs get canceled and you're left with a college devoid of community events and social gatherings. It takes away a big part of a lot of students lives at school. I didn't participate in any clubs or events but I see the need for them. Nicolas Jauvin-O'Rourke via Facebook.

Re: Netflix is ahead of Ontario in sex ed Get kids to watch this instead of listen to their garbage sex ed classes. - Yasmin Shah on Facebook. Re: province-wide march for student rights Tuition is unaffordable and has been for awhile. It would need to change for the better in benefit of students to be able to attend colleges and universities. Jodi Morello via Facebook.

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Re: SA board to be cut by half If the SA is satisfied that the Community Action Centre (CAC) serves the needs of marginalized students, they should create a CAC board position, in line with the education centre representatives. Shay Sanders, former LGBTQ+ constituency representative on Facebook.

Re: province-wide march for student rights Tell me, if you want ''free'' education, how will you get the professors, assistants, administration, librarians, and all the building and other staff to work for zero money? John Leonard via Facebook.

CORRECTION In the article "How did tuition and OSAP change?" published in our Feb. 4 issue, we reported the projected loss for all colleges and universities across the province due to the tuition cut as the loss for George Brown College. The impact of the tuition cut at George Brown College is, in fact, $9 million. The Dialog regrets the error.

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NEWS

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Part-time support staff reach agreement

EVENTS LISTING TUESDAY, FEB. 19

Union says two-year agreement is a ‘big victory’ while colleges say it maintains operational flexibility

THURSDAY, FEB. 21

Queer Peer Zine Group

Black Business Vendor Fair

Noon to 2 p.m. Community Action Centre St. James A Building, Rm 165B 200 King St. East

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. James A Building, Lower Lobby 200 King St. East

Group for LGBTQ+ folks to learn about/make zines alongside peers. Contact: lgbtq@sagbc.ca

Presented by the Black Student Success Network.

The Shop Noon to 5 p.m. Career Centre Cost: Free

SA board meeting 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Career Centre St. James A Building, Rm B155 200 King St. East

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 Showcase of regional team 6:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. St. James A Building, Room 544E 200 King. St. East

PHOTO: NICO DEVEBER / THE DIALOG

Experience a taste of Enactus Regionals 2019: You be the judge! Provide us with as many constructive criticisms as possible (pens and judging criterion will be included). Each ticket costs one donation item of winter warmth & protection supplies. All donations will go to the Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto.

FRIDAY, FEB. 22 Dashiki & Clarks pub night 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Kings Lounge St. James A Building, Room 150 200 King St. East Free for GBC students or $5 for guests.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 27 TO SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Washington DC excursion See the best of Washington, DC on this adventure of a lifetime! Tickets are $275 and can be purchased here: https://www.isx.ca/tripsand-events/george-brown-collegegoes-to-washington...

Marcus Holland, a student life ambassador at George Brown College, is one of thousands of part-time workers at Ontario colleges who have a tentative first collective agreement.

NICO DEVEBER REPORTER-EDITOR

Over 20,000 part-time support staff at Ontario colleges have a deal. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) has reached its first-ever collective agreement with the College Employer Council (CEC) for part-time support workers at Ontario colleges. After nine months of negotiations, the union's bargaining team has recommended members accept the deal. The union will organize meetings for members to go over the details and ratification votes will be set up in the coming weeks. OPSEU president Warren (Smokey) Thomas said the agreement will affect part-time support workers

"in a number of very positive ways." Examples include an eligibility for a new pension plan, wage increases, how jobs are posted, and health and safety benefits. Pension Plan: Part-time staff will be eligible for an affordable, stable and secure pension plan as soon as they are hired by a college. The new plan is called DBplus and is provided by the CAAT Pension Plan. Wage Increases: There will be a 1.5 per cent wage increase, effective Jan. 2, 2019, and another expected 1.5 per cent increase, effective Jan. 31, 2020. Staff who work after 5 p.m. will earn extra 75 cents per hour and 1 dollar per hour after midnight.

Job Postings: All regular part-time jobs must be posted. Members will be considered for roles based on qualifications, experiences and seniority. Health and Safety: Employees will have allowances for mandated eye wear, foot wear and clothing. Staff will also be entitled to ergonomic work stations. Thomas said some of the key changes include a requirement for two-weeks notice being given for schedule changes, and protected leaves such as bereavement leave which was not provided before to part-time support workers. There is also vacation language in the agreement and

protection for workers filing grievances, according to Thomas. He said the agreement contains language protecting against sexual and psychological harassment as well as bullying. "It maintains the college's operational flexibility to meet the services and meet the commitment to students," said Don Sinclair, chief executive officer of CEC. " It also ensures that student opportunities are still available to them in their academic studies." Sinclair said that the ratification vote will be held in late February, and if ratified, the agreement would last until January 2021. Part-time staff at George Brown College can attend meetings at the St. James

and Casa Loma campuses on Wednesday, Feb. 20 to learn more about the new contract. The CEC bargaining website said that over half of the workers represented in the agreement are also students. Part-time support staff roles can include administrative assistants, teaching assistants, lab technicians, maintenance staff, and help desk analysts. Sinclair said that parttime support workers can contact their OPSEU support staff local union to get a copy of the agreement. More information on the bargaining updates and the new pension plan can be found on the OPSEU website.

NEWS

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Ontario students protest OSAP cuts Organizers say protests are getting results and they will continue to fight KEVIN GOODGER

Students For Ontario refuse to abandon their fight to reverse the provincial government's recent changes to OSAP. Students across Ontario took to the streets on Feb. 4 against the Ontario government's cuts to student assistance in a "Province widemarch for student rights." Protests took place in Toronto, as well as Barrie, Kingston, London, Waterloo, Guelph and Windsor. "We're out here protesting today because we're very upset about what the government of Ontario has done in terms of OSAP, in terms of cutting grants, forcing the poorest of us on to higher levels of loans, (and) getting rid of the grace period," said Jake Landau, director of operations at March for Our Education. Protesters brought hand-made signs to protest the changes, and many used memes to express their discontent with humour. One sign written on on a cardboard box read "this box would be my home if it weren't for OSAP." "These actions actually do

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REPORTER-EDITOR

Protesters hold home-made signs to protest cuts at Queen’s Park on Feb. 4

make a change," said Nour Alideeb, the chairperson of the Canadian Federation of Students—Ontario. "I think whether it's direct action, whether its writing letters, whether its mobilizing in communities across the province, we're really going to be able to push the government back on these changes," she said. This was in reference to

a recent announcement by Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, to make transit passes a mandatory fee at post-secondary institutions. "If you want to continue to be the government for the people, you need to take direction from us," said Alideeb. Alideeb pointed out that removing the interest-free grace period after graduation

will make it harder for students to pay off their OSAP loans, potentially putting them in a vicious cycle. Students who have previously received their entire tuition fees covered by OSAP may also find that they have to "pay the entirety of their tuition by themselves," said Landau, regarding the government's decision to replace grants with repayable loans.

Another issue raised was the decision made by the government to implement the "Student Choice Initiative," which allows students to optout of certain ancillary fees. These fees go towards funding student services such as student newspapers, LGBTQ2 spaces, and other initiatives. "In terms of cuts to campus press, student unions, clubs, what it means is that it's taking away the spaces and communities for students that enhance their student experience," said Alideeb. Although the turnout at Queen's Park Feb. 4 was lower than it was at the past protests, Landau made it clear that they are not giving up. "When we keep up the pressure and we keep coming out on these protests, and these marches and these demonstrations, the government of Ontario will listen and they will fold. So we're not going to stop," he said. "I think that they picked a fight with the wrong people," Alideeb added. Students For Ontario has called another march against the cuts to OSAP, slated for Tuesday, Feb. 19, when MPPs return from their winter break.

CFS-O to create a student strike plan Strike would be 'direct action' against government's OSAP cuts KEVIN GOODGER REPORTER-EDITOR

A motion to create a comprehensive Ontario student strike plan was passed at the Semi-Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Federation of Students—Ontario (CFS-O), on Jan. 20. The motion called for the plan to include a budget, a logistics plan for strike activities, and a framework of strike demands for key issues affecting students. The plan will be developed and then presented at the CFS-O's Annual General Meeting slated for the summer. Glenda Anderson, the vice president of equity and external affairs at the Grad-

uate Students' Association at Brock University, seconded the emergency motion that called for the CFS to provide "support, be it for a local that or members that want to mobilize or if they choose to strike." Anderson said that the main influence for the motion stemmed from the Ontario government's cuts to the OSAP program and charging interest on student loans immediately after graduation. "We just saw that as an attack on student unions and our democracy," said Anderson. The motion also called for the plan to be developed with "insight and consultation from the solidarity partners, labour unions and activists,

and the leaders of the 2012 Quebec student strike." In 2012, tens of thousands of students in Quebec went on strike against a planned 75 per cent tuition increase. It lasted from February to September 2012 and became known as the "Maple Spring" when the government passed Bill 78, banning picket lines at universities and protests anywhere without notifying police, sparking a mass protest movement in Quebec. It ended when the Liberal government was defeated in an election and the new Parti Québécois government promised to not implement the tuition increases. Nour Alideeb, chairperson of CFS-O explained that there are legal differences

surrounding striking in Quebec and Ontario. "In Quebec and BC, students have the right to organize, which means that strikes can look a little bit different than what they would look like here in Ontario," said Alideeb. International students may also have unique issues with striking due to visa requirements, she added. An important part of preparing for a strike is "educating members about what's going on and why this is a great tactic to use," Alideeb said. The CFS-O chairperson noted that labour unions have seen successes with strike actions in the past and that it is an alternative to protesting.

"I think that a strike is an escalated tactic from a protest or a rally and to me, it's a more consistent way of engaging people in the conversation about what's going on," she said. The CFS' role is to provide support, Alideeb emphasized, in the form of education, materials, ground outreach, and possibly legal support, although she "hopes it would never get to that point." According to Alideeb, there is no way to tell exactly when a strike could occur, as this depends "on each of the local campuses and their capacity to organize towards a local strike."

NEWS

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SA board cut down to 10 members Constituency representative and former SA executives critical of new structure LADSHIA JEYAKANTHAN REPORTER-EDITOR

The board of directors of the Student Association of George Brown College (SA) will now consist of 10 members, down from 22, after the motion to downsize passed on at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 6. The Dialog is funded by the SA. Constituency representatives and campus directors will no longer on the board and two executive positions were cut. The education and equity directors will be combined into one position while the director of campus life position was eliminated. "One thing I want students to know is that we

definitely put a lot of thought into this," said Jasmyn St. Hilaire who is the SA's director of communications and internal. The SA board brought in Charles Wilson, the general manager of Durham College Students Inc. who has been the chief returning officer for past SA elections, to help with restructuring the board. According to St. Hilaire, the SA had one of the largest boards of student associations in Ontario and Wilson presented a number of options to the board. "We took what we liked from each and created our board structure that would work for the SA and now we're hopeful and look forward to what comes next," she said. Fo r m e r S A p r e s i d e n t

Gregory Evans, who was on the board in 2010-11, said a smaller board may more efficient but there are other things to consider. Evans said he was proud to have constituency representatives on the board because they needed to have those voices at the table when the SA was planning campaigns or lobbying. "It doesn't matter what kind of board composition they have, it matters what they do with it," Evans said. Members of the current board point to the Community Action Centre (CAC) as a place where marginalized students are involved in the SA. "The CAC is structured in a way where they already have constituency support staff," said Alex Stewart, the

SA director of campus life. "So they'll be taking on that workload of the constituency representatives." Others feel that the CAC alone is not enough to provide this support. “I can just say that it's unfair for everybody in this whole situation,” said Jeffrey Hewitt, the SA's First Nations, Métis, & Inuit representative. "There's not enough opportunities for Indigenous People to begin with." Cindy Weber was the director of education and equity in 2011-12 and had previously served as the vice president of finance and vice president of GBC students at Ryerson. Weber said the combined director of education and equity position was too big a job

for one person and that staff will have to make up for the lack of representation for the voices the constituency representatives provide, which she thinks is not very likely. "You need their lived experiences so that you're not making ridiculous policy decisions," Weber said. Webber said the larger SA board served as a model for colleges because it was an effective way to have George Brown College's diverse student population heard. With the new changes the director of communications and internal and director of operations positions are being extended for until December and elections for those positions will now happen in the fall.

NEWS

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A holistic approach to eating healthy Canada's new modernized food guide is the recipe for a happy and healthy lifestyle ASHRAF DABIE ASSISTANT EDITOR

Health Canada tossed aside the fixation on food groups and serving sizes and took a more concise look at what people should eat with its new 2019 food guide. Released in January, the food guide retires the food group model, which recommended that meals should be served in careful portions of fruits and vegetables, grains, meat, milk, and any plantbased alternatives. Instead, the new guide encourages persons to eat plantbased foods, drink more water, and cook more at home. The 2019 guide includes recipes, tips for people eating on a budget, and advice on how to implement healthy eating habits into your own life, which stemmed from extensive consultations with stakeholders from various communities across Canada. It further suggests that people should eat meals with others, read food labels, practice mindful eating habits and be aware of food marketing campaigns. The end result is a holistic approach to healthy eating by providing recommendations on food choices and habits. "Over my career, I've had three different food guides and I can say of the three, this one was definitely my favourite," said Dr. Linda Gillis, a dietitian and nutrition professor at George Brown College (GBC). "It's very different than what we've seen before." The 2019 food guide recommendations will be integrated into the culinary programs offered at the college, Gillis said. She noted that the GBC’s culinary school makes it a practice to familiarize students with Canada’s food guide and encourage them to think about how it differs from other international guidelines. Here are the big takeaways from the newly revamped food guide.

Making healthy food choices

Getting into the right eating habits While making healthy food choices is one thing, the new food guide also stresses the importance of healthy eating habits. Healthy eating habits are less about what you eat and more about how your food is made, where you're eating and when and why you're eating it.

1. Eat vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and proteins Rather than focusing on portions from each food group, the 2019 guide suggests eating meals rich in vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods and plant-based protein. Some new suggestions include swapping rice for quinoa and opting for wholegrain options when available. Gillis doesn't recommend processed grain because it loses fibre, which is essential for the prevention of diseases and optimizing our bowels. Legumes such as beans, nuts, and peas are the recommended choice for protein options. Meat-eaters should opt for diverse sources of lean protein like chicken and turkey. “We should teach people about the variety in meat and not something like having red meat every night, we just want more of that balance and that variety,” said the dietitian. Gillis explains that cutting down on meat can prevent a variety of disorders and chronic diseases like diabetes, heart diseases, and hypertension.

2. Limit processed foods Highly processed foods include anything from french fries and pizza to bakery products, sausages, and sugary drinks. The new guide reports that extra sodium is often added to foods for preservation and taste. A high sodium diet can lead to higher blood pressure, which is also linked to heart diseases. Processed foods are also rich in saturated fats, which is a leading cause of heart diseases. They should be replaced with healthy fats such as olive, canola, sesame seeds, and soybean oils. 3. Drink more water Previous versions of the food guide suggested milk and fruit juice as suitable options for beve r a g e s. H o w ever, the new guide focuses on making water your number one choice. The 2019 guide provided a number of suggestions on how to make drinking water more fun, such as adding flavour using fruits and herbs or drinking herbal teas. Increasing water intake is known to boosts energy levels, combat hunger, and improves muscle function and the appearance of your skin. The problem with passing up milk for water, according to Gillis, is that you are also passing up on calcium and vitamins. Consuming more leafy greens, nuts, and beans is the solution to that, she said.

Planning your meals in advance can save you time and allows you to put some thoughts into balancing your meals. If you are eating out, the new food guide encourages you to choose healthier options.

Follow these tips for healthy eating habits. 1. Develop a routine and stick to it

3. Enjoy your food

Get into the habit of timing and spacing your meals properly. This will prevent you from over or under-eating. Know when you are hungry and whether you require a full meal at that time or just a snack. 2. Ditch the take out

The 2019 guide encourages persons to eat homecooked meals. By cooking your meals at home, you know exactly what you're consuming and have more control about your food choices.

Eating healthy doesn't have to be a drag. The 2019 guide encourages persons to experiment with flavours, new recipes, and new ingredients. Health Canada suggests socializing at mealtime, trying different cultural cuisine and preparing your meals with others. For more information, Canada's 2019 food guide and suggested recipes can be found online at food-guide. canada.ca With files from Kevin Goodger

OPINION

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Why I travel alone (you should too) Solo travel is exhilarating and is an experience everyone should try once ANGELA SEREDNICKI OPINION

One of the best moments of my life was when I was standing on the deck of a ferry boat in Aurlandsfjord, Norway, travelling through one of the world’s most picturesque fjords. As I took a deep breath of the crisp fresh air, surrounded by snow-capped moun-

tains with the colourful buildings of the fishing villages on the horizon, I felt incredibly grateful to witness something so beautiful. It was the first time I ever teared up from being so happy. I never would have had this experience if I didn’t have the courage to travel alone. I am proud to be part of the growing global trend of solo-travellers. According to a 2018 study commissioned by Intrepid Travel, out of 1,000 Canadian travellers polled, 41 per cent said they’ve vacationed alone. Accommodation booking platform HostelWorld reports a 42 per cent increase in solo travel bookings between 2015 and 2017. Solo travel is an increasing trend because "millenni-

als are very independent,"said Donna Lee-Rosen, a professor at George Brown College’s (GBC) school of hospitality and tourism management. Solo travel is a great opportunity to visit destinations your loved ones might not be interested in seeing and to make the most of your school breaks, Lee-Rosen explained. From personal experience, I learned that solo travel is also a great opportunity for growth. Travelling alone in my early twenties taught me the importance of independence. Through solo travel, I learned how to trust in my choices, listen to my intuition and make myself happy. Travelling solo in a country where nobody knows your name is equal parts terrifying

and exhilarating, but it gives you an indescribable adrenaline rush I have since grown to crave. It can be daunting to be responsible for yourself when you’re in a new place, but I guarantee you’ll come back from your trip with a newfound sense of resiliency. This is one of the many reasons why solo travel has been one of the best investments I could make in myself. After all, the most important relationship you will have in this lifetime is the relationship you have with yourself. I was younger than most when I learned just how important it is to not procrastinate on your dreams. On the day before my sixteenth birthday, my dad died from a rare form of cancer.

This loss taught me that there are no guarantees of what tomorrow might bring. Make the most of your precious time. If you have the financial resources to travel, don’t miss out on the endless beauty this world has to offer just because you’re afraid of exploring it alone. After all, our health and physical stamina doesn’t last forever. Travel when you're young and able: travelling as a 25-year-old is a very different experience than travelling as a 65-year-old. If you really want to do something, don't wait around for others. Remember, you are braver than you think and are more capable than you ever thought possible. So what are you waiting for? Book that trip.

Opinion

Students look ahead to reading week Students are mostly looking forward to reading week as a chance to put the midterm exam season behind them and enjoy some time away from school TIMO CHEAH REPORTER-EDITOR

Tenaj Rolle

Phankorn Rahman

Ashraful Bhuiyn

Moe Kousi

Amir Alipour

Fashion design

General arts & science

Mechanical engineering

Construction engineering

Civil engineering

"It gives me some time to catch up on all of my work, get everything out of the way and then I can relax afterwards. It's like starting over again; a reset button for my classes."

"After midterms, you want to chill so you have that whole week to hang out with friends, and go back home. "

"It kind of stops you from concentrating on the school course work, so you have a gap in the middle. In university, they added the reading week with the family weekend, so you don't get twice the breaks. It’s much better."

"It gives us a break to put ourselves together."

"Last year it was exams first and then we did the reading week so I think that if we put reading week first then exams, they can help students a lot more. I might go travel, maybe go to Montreal for a few days. Relax for a bit, get the stress off exams."

THEATRE

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Theatre students bring 1920s flair

PHOTOS PROVIDED BY THE GEORGE BROWN THEATRE SCHOOL

GBC theatre school's flapper-style feminism brought the energy on opening night

Daniel McCormac, left and Duncan Gibson-Lockhart play Valentine and Mr. Crampton in You Never Can Tell.

NICO DEVEBER REPORTER-EDITOR

The theatre students are at it again. The George Brown Theatre Company (GBTC) held their opening night of George Bernard Shaw’s play You Never Can Tell on Feb. 7. The play was the culminating project for students completing the theatre arts performance program at George Brown College (GBC). The story followed Mrs. Clandon and her three children returning to England after living 18 years on the island of Madeira. Mrs. Clandon refused to tell her children who their father is due to their separation when the children were young. Through a comedy of errors, and thanks to an incredibly dedicated waiter and

his son, the family ended up being reunited. The play explored themes of early feminism and human nature, all while commenting on the ridiculousness of societal norms such as the need for a woman to have a father to be respected. “It was a really fun process,” said Georgia Findlay who played the character of Mrs. Clandon. What one sees on the stage may look seamless, but that is only thanks to the amount of effort put in from each member of the cast. In the play, there is a choreographed scene with multiple waiters serving Mrs. Clandon and ensemble. The scene had to be perfectly timed, according to Findlay, “If I say my line before they've gotten to the right side of the table with the soup bowl, then everyone just knocks into each other,” she said.

Findlay played the perfect Mrs Clandon. She was delightfully angry, but not so over-the-top that her character came off as a caricature. It would have been easy to play this character up to just be a comedic tyrant, but Findlay’s dynamic performance made the character entirely human. Findlay was able to make the audience believe she was so much older and wiser than real her age with just her voice, face, and body language. Another highlight of the night was Michael Williamson’s performance as Waiter. Although this was clearly not supposed to be a main role, Williamson made it one. Williamson’s dedication to embodying Alfred from Batman truly set him apart. He always stayed in character, even during set changes, by dancing around and tidying up as if the stage were his home.

Mr. Crampton, played Duncan Gibson-Lockhart has an unexpected family reunion.

He even had the entire audience collectively coo as his eyes lit up at the chance of waiting on the main cast. I always appreciate someone who can make something great with little material, and Williamson did just that, going above and beyond in his role. I will point out that it would have been great to see more of the actors’ faces during the production, as it made it difficult to understand the dialogue at times. All in all, for an opening night where nerves are at

their highest, the production definitely entertained and delighted. I would highly suggest this play for anyone who is not as aware of Shaw’s works, as it was a great experience. This production is being staged at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 50 Tankhouse Lane, Toronto and runs until Feb. 16. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $10 for students (student ID required) and can be purchased from the Young Centre’s website.

THEATRE

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The true story of Zelda Sayres GBC theatre shows there much more to F. Scott Fitzgerald's wife than her husband NICO DEVEBER

Zelda Sayres was not just the wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald. She was a flapper, a mother, a dancer and so much more. The George Brown Theatre School (GBTS) showcased this beautifully in their original production of Scott Shorts and Zelda, a play about the infamous life of Zelda Sayres on Feb. 8 at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. The play took its text from the biography of Sayres by Nancy Milford, letters exchanged between Sayres and F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Fitzgerald’s short stories. The character of Zelda was conceptualized throughout the play through the different parts of her personality and life. There were many “Zeldas” in the play, and each part of Sayre’s life was a different role within the production. Alison Beckwith, who played Swing Zelda said it was beneficial that they had required readings to complete prior to rehearsals. This allowed the cast members to decide which parts of Zelda they wanted to explore in their character. "We've been learning a lot about how to just be in the room and be our own artist in a rehearsal room, rather than a student," she said. The show blended its monologue-heavy text into a physical performance that overlaid Sayre’s story with the physical representation of her emotions through movement, mainly ballet. The use of ballet as a means to communicate Sayres’ inner emotions was a great creative decision. As one may not know going into the play, Sayres studied ballet as a child and became obsessed with it at a point in her life. Manon Ens-Lapointe, who played Ballet Zelda said that they have taken physicality and brought it into a much more magnified way in this production. "When words aren't enough, we go to movement,"

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Alison Beckwith, centre plays Swim Zelda in Scott Shorts and Zelda.

she said. The play’s monologue-format alone could not have told this story completely. Without the amazing physical performances from every single cast member the show would have fallen flat. Although the entire ensemble shone equally in this production, so much so that it would be impossible to say which cast member’s Zelda was the protagonist, it would be unfair not to note some

standout performances. Beckwith’s portrayal of Zelda in the end of the play truly made me cry, she was not acting for an audience on a stage, it was as if everything happening to her character was truly happening in that moment. Another standout performance was Mackenzie Kelly’s portrayal of Mum Zelda. Kelly’s style of acting offered a completely different Zelda from the rest. Kelly ex-

pertly bounced between comedy and tragedy, all whilst keeping her character starkly realistic, but also incredibly unique from the rest of the cast. The cast has put a lot of work and love into this production, “we have so much love for this piece and for the time period,” Ens-Lapointe said. Thanks to the incredible physical dedication of the entire cast, the story was mul-

tidimensional and enticing at every moment. Scott Shorts and Zelda is a definite watch for anyone interested in the story of an incredible woman who has throughout history been boxed into just being the wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald. Scott Shorts and Zelda plays at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts until Friday, Feb. 15. Student tickets are $10, adult tickets $25 and senior tickets $20.

ARTS & LIFE

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GBC community can learn from the similar social context in the film says the SA TIMO CHEAH REPORTER-EDITOR

As part of a calendar of activities related to Black History Month 2019, the Student Association of George Brown College (SA) hosted a screening of the film Dear White People. Dear White People, the film, was released by writer and director Justin Simien in 2014 and was followed up with a Netflix series by the

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Dear White People tackles racism

Students react to a social media post in the film Dear White People

same name in 2018, with racism as a central topic of discussion. The film contributed to ongoing international conversations such as the 'Black Lives Matter and Me Toomovements. It opens with a reporter talking about an “Afri-

can-American themed party organized by predominantly white students.” Although films are dramatized, Dear White People accurately represents the challenges many Black students deal with today. A scene in a cafeteria depicts a white man accusing

affirmative action of being an unfair system, in hopes of getting a reaction f r o m t h e B l a ck Student Union (BSU), who are sitting at the next table. "It's something that a lot of students can relate to, regardless of colour or gender,” said Russ Adade, clubs and student involvement coordinator at the SA. The Black History Month committee screened the film in hopes of starting a conversation among students, said Adade. The film includes experiences of oppression, and debates and discusses problems commonly faced by members of the Black community. "Once you step into the world of post-secondary you're faced with different

challenges and obstacles," said Adade. "Sometimes you're dealing with things that are out of your hands.” Adade said another reason for the film was selected is it's relevance to the GBC community. Dear White People is not only set at a university but it also follows the storylines of several members of the school’s Black Student Union. GBC has an active Black Student Success Network (BSSN). The BSSN advocate for students’ rights and provide support through tutoring and counseling. "You can definitely see parallels between the BSSN here at GBC and the Black student groups that are showcased in the film," he said. It should be noted that the movie cannot hold as a point of reference for the BSSN’s methods of action. They are two separate organizations dealing with similar conflicts.

From a home cook to a professional Finding a mentor and cooking at home led Diniz to culinary excellence LADSHIA JEYAKANTHAN A family visit to a restaurant in Vancouver, B.C is what led George Brown College (GBC) culinary student Jordan Diniz to his mentor, restaurant owner and chef, Vikram Vij, who played a part in shaping his career in the culinary arena. Vij was walking out of the building when Diniz stumbled upon him and seized the opportunity to confide in the chef who is well known for fusing Vancouver's cuisines with Indian influences. "Remain focused, work hard, and just work towards a great life experience," were the words that propelled Diniz towards the post-graduate Italian program offered to culinary students at GBC. Diniz was finishing off a diploma in culinary management at the time. What direction should he take with cooking was the

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Jordan Diniz, culinary student in the post-graduate Italian program was inspired by his family to cook.

question edged in Diniz's mind. The two exchanged emails, and because of that experience, “I see food in a different way, and it's more to life than just eating and getting

by," Diniz said. "It's like a different feel for me I find. It's about making people happy,” he added. After completing the culinary management program, Diniz took a culinary arts

post-graduate certificate in Italian cuisine. This program took him abroad to Italy in his final year, through a partnership with ALMA – The International School of Italian Cuisine in Italy. As part of his externship journey in Italy, Diniz ended up working in a castle in Piedmont from where he was able to see the Swiss Mountains and France in the distance. His trip began in Aug 2018, and it came to an end in Dec. He described the experience as eye-opening. “Here, we kind of just eat what we can and it's whatever because we have restaurants at our fingertips," he said. "And over there (Italy), everyone is really keen on doing the home cooking,” Diniz added. Upon his return from Italy, he started working shifts at The Chef’s House and used that experience to guide his tasting menu that was fea-

tured at the student-run restaurant from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1. Although fine-dine cooking, and entrepreneuring on the side with a catering business can be exciting, it all comes back to home for Diniz. He grew up observing his mother and grandmother cooking from the kitchen counters, and picked up on some of their techniques. From then he knew that was what he wanted to pursue. Food Network was also his source of inspiration, and was often heard in the background while his mother cooked. Although cooking was celebrated in the family, he was the first one in his to take the leap into cooking professionally, fulfilling a dream of his uncle, who went into business. "The most remarkable m e a l ( a r e ) a l way s w i t h your loved ones, family, and friends," Diniz said.

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Managing stress during mid-terms Make self-care work for you with advice from the CAC and counselling services

has gained popularity in post-secondary institutions. Alvo also said that midterms provide a lot of additional stress outside of one’s regular routine and this is where self-care can play a part. Self-care workshops like Mental Wellness Week at George Brown College (GBC) are a staple for students, but how does self-care actually improve our mental health? Additionally, what selfcare tactics can students employ to manage their stress and anxiety during exams season? "Having a regular selfcare routine helps you to be able to bounce back and be

resilient during those situations," said Tenniel Rock, manager of counselling and student well-being at GBC. "So it's actually incredibly helpful." Both Alvo and Rock agreed that students should be focusing on sleep. Alvo said that if she personally hasn't slept well, it throws off her mood, and her memory, energy levels, motivation, ability to get along with others decreases. “Having even a half-decent night's sleep makes a huge difference in every other aspect of life," she added. Rock also mentioned that there is an epidemic of sleeplessness among youth.

She said that making sure one gets between seven to eight hours of sleep is essential for memorization and concentration. Another form of self-care the duo endorsed was simply taking a break; especially during exams, a time when students tend to experience stresses from different aspects of their lives. “Sometimes we just literally can't deal in that moment,” Alvo said, adding that removing oneself from the situation is the healthier solution as it allows one to focus on the most important issue in that moment. Rock said that stretching up into the air, bending at the waist, and then letting one's whole top half of their body hang is a great way to take a break during studying. "Just doing that for a few minutes is a great self-care routine," she said. However, there are times when one should not rely solely on self-care. “I think if you ever have

question in your mind like 'I wonder if I need to go to a counsellor?' that's always a good reason to go," said Alvo. Rock added that if an individual is having suicidal thoughts, or struggles with reasons for living on a daily basis, that is an indication that a student is in crisis and should see a counsellor. Students who have trouble regulating their emotions can benefit from counselling as it can be used to prevent a crisis before it happens, according to Rock. For students wishing to access self-care and mental health resources on campus, Alvo recommends the CAC, counselling services, academic accommodations and the gym. Rock highly suggests that students make use of Peer connect's well-being and career-ready services, as well as the Tutoring and Learning centre for students who are struggling academically.

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Keeping hackers away from your tech Tips for students to improve their cyber security TIMO CHEAH REPORTER-EDITOR

According to a 2012 report from Statistics Canada, almost 30 per cent of post-secondary students between the ages of 16 to 24 never clear their internet history. This is a drop from 31 per cent in 2010, but there are still many browsers at risk of compromised confidential information. There are many methods of improving your privacy on the internet that do not involve giving up your soul to the system. Emails tend to be an easy target for viruses. To avoid these, read your emails carefully as some may be fake

companies posing as real ones. "Phishing emails always have spelling mistakes, they cannot even spell the right authority's name properly or they may not give the right logo of certain organizations,” said Jacky Min, computer technology professor and coordinator. One thing that can endanger your password security is signing in to multiple websites with your Google account.

Especially if it’s a public or shared computer. “When you put in your username sometimes it already pre-populates,” said Kishan Ameerali, IT system support technician. Sometimes this saves your user profile on that website. Unless you clear your browser history’s cache, anyone using the computer can potentially have access, and can do whatever they want with your information. It might seem like lost

time, spending those precious minutes signing in each day on each platform and service. But having passwords or even usernames saved in a browser will put you at risk of being hacked. Having your passwords stored securely on a USB drive can help. You can even go one step further and have a printed copy locked up along with your passport and social security number. What you put online is part of your identity, at least in terms of what employers see when they are thinking of hiring you. Background checks of applicants is a standard procedure companies do. Although they are more focused on criminal records, seeing inappropriate information on your file could cost you the job. Treating your private information like it's your birth certificate can help you understand what’s at stake. People should be wary about online shopping and

banking too, because if you’re on a public computer the login and virtual private network (VPN) is typically the same for everyone. Another important tidbit to keep in mind is that many applications require you to accept their terms and conditions in order to use it. "Look at an iTunes agreement, that thing is an essay! They do it so people don't read through it. I would just try to do your due diligence,” Ameerali noted. If you don’t want to read this seemingly never ending text at size eight font there are alternatives. Ameerali added that when privacy concerns come up in these service agreements Google is a useful tool. Many forums found on websites like Reddit can provide you with some quick glimpses into what the contents of certain agreements are. "If you are wary of something there's probably a reason,” he said.

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Women's volleyball on the rise With more wins this season, Huskies women's volleyball team takes on a new fighting spirit

HUSKIES SCORES MEN'S BASKETBALL Feb. 1 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 92 Loyalist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Feb. 2 St. Lawrence. . . . . . . . . . . . 77 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 66 Feb. 10 George Brown . . . . . . . . . 113 Fleming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Feb. 13 George Brown . . . . . . . . . 124 Georgian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Record: 14-3 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Feb. 1 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 75 Loyalist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Feb. 2 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 80 St. Lawrence. . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Feb. 10 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 74 Durham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Feb. 13 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . 90 Georgian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Record: 13-3 WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL Feb. 2 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Loyalist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Feb. 7 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Georgian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Feb. 9 George Brown . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Centennial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Record: 8-10 MEN'S VOLLEYBALL

The Huskies women's volleyball team's hard work is earning results.

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It's been a tough road for women's volleyball at George Brown College (GBC), but the team has its sights set high as they look towards the future. With a history of being low in the standings, the Huskies came out of the previous season in last place in the East Division. "We're still trying to start from somewhere. This is really the first year that we're getting a chance to build culture and build a program," said head coach Daphne Choi. This is Choi’s second year

coaching for GBC, but this year is the first year that she has been able to recruit her own team. Choi is focusing on building her team this year, strengthening the players, and preparing them to do well next season. With a strong group of athletes, Choi is confident in the team’s abilities going forward. Now well into the season, the Huskies are currently ranked fifth in the East Division out of ten teams. With an 8-10 record, the team is performing noticeably better than they did last season. But it isn’t only about winning for this team. Prog-

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ress can be seen even when the team is losing, as is the case when the Huskies faced Durham, an undefeated team and the top in the league. "We didn't let up... we know they're a tough team but we gotta fight, we gotta make them work for it," said co-captain Ashley Lau, after the loss. The Huskies knew going into the game that it was likely to be a loss, but in the third set in particular, the women kept the fight going and came close to winning the round.

"It’s a bit of a transition year, but they are coming along and the coaching staff is doing a good job with them," said the head coach of Durham following the game. With a focus on the future, building a strong culture, and building a strong team, Choi wants to show that they are there to compete and be taken seriously. "We're starting to build that reputation that we're working hard, and that we're striving for long term wins, long term goals," she said. After finishing the season

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off with a win, the team has the opportunity to compete in the crossover games, with a chance to make it to the OCAA championships. With the season coming close to the championships, the women have a chance to show even more improvement.

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