The Ontarion - 187.1

187.1

AUG. 29, 2019

YOUR NEWSPAPER ESTABLISHED 1951

LET’S DO THIS YOUR UNIVERSITY GUIDE | CAMPUS MAP | STUDENT RESOURCES page 24 - 25

page 23, 26

GUELPH 101

UC Pharmacy Where the Fight for Fitness Begins!

20% Student * discount!

Off our regular priced memberships

Where you always talk to the pharmacist

Conveniently located on the first floor in the University Centre WE ARE A FULL SERVICE PHARMACY: • We fill all prescriptions • Easy prescription transfer • We accept all drug plans • Use our phone app to order refills and to send new prescriptions • Friendly and knowledgeable staff

OUR FRONT SHOP OFFERINGS:

(We want YOU here!)

Achieve measurable results with iLovekickboxing!

It’s a one-of-a-kind, bag hitting, adrenaline-flowing workout that will help you get healthy, stay active and achieve a weight that’s right for you!

ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!

wraps on. gloves tight. let’s do this. find us on bus route 99!

@ilkb_guelph

20 Cowan Pl. Unit 3, Guelph

519-731-4000 ilovekickboxing.com

iLoveKickboxingguelphon

*Must present valid student ID. Limited time offer. Some restrictions apply.

See in-studio for details.

• Cough and cold • Stomach medications • Pain killers • Allergy medications • First Aid • Feminine hygiene • Eye and ear medications • Vitamins and other supplements • Health and beauty products • Lip care products • Cosmetics

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm Weekends: Closed   | 519.763.7773 | ucpharmacy.ca

c l e W

!

G f o U o t e om

Livingrooms!

Bedrooms!

Mattresses!

So Much More!

GREAT SAVINGS FOR BACK TO CAMPUS! SUPPLIES LIMITED!

STUDENT DEALS Dorm Room

Mattress

Dorm Room

7PC Bedroom

Essentials! Packages! Packages! Packages!

8 8 8 8 9 4 9 8 1 3 6 Same Day Delivery! • FREE Layaway! • Don’t Pay for 1-Year! $

Fr om On ly!

$

Fr om On ly!

SAID Twin Mattress Set & 9001 Bed Frame

7221

Fr om On ly!

$

1450 Dresser, Mirror, Headboard, Nightstand, SAID Full Mattress Set & 9001 Frame

5271 Full Bed & SAID Full Mattress Set

†

$

Fr om On ly!

‡

1295 Courtland Ave East

519-895-0012

**

Mon-Fri 10am-8pm Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 12pm -5pm

MORE SAVINGS AVAILABLE IN STORE! VISIT US TODAY!

Barrie • Belleville • Chatham • Kingston • Kitchener • London • Oshawa • Ottawa • Owen Sound • Peterborough • Scarborough • St. Catharines *New sales only. Tables, fabrics, and colours may vary by store location. Pictures displayed may include additional products not included in the price and may not be available in store. All advertised offers cannot be used with any other promotion or discontinued/scratch & dent items. Promotional items are limited to one per customer, per purchase. ‡FREE Layaway, No storage fees, No interest fees, No administration fees. Initial deposit required. Flexible payment options.**O.A.C. Additional terms apply. See store for complete details.

For More Great Deals Visit SurplusFurniture.com

ELEVATOR SAFETY

Physical Resources

Things you can do to stay safe.

Helpful Tips!

• Hold the handrail

Whether you live or work in high-rise buildings,

• Stand next to the elevator wall • Pay attention to the floor indications and announcments when provided • If the doors do not open when the elevator

elevators are a part of daily life for many of us.

These tips are dedicated to informing you and helping you stay safe while getting where you need to be.

stops, push the DOOR OPEN button

DID YOU KNOW? Fact #1

Over 80% of all elevator accidents are caused by riders.

Fact #2

Tripping is a common source of elevator accidents.

Fact #3

Distracted users are the leading cause of elevator accidents.

Fact #4

Elevator doors closing on riders is a common cause of injuries.

I S SU E 187.1

| G U E LPH 101

05

Guelph 101:

Your University Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS 6. WELCOME LETTERS FROM 7. A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR + WHO WE ARE 8. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 9. CSA 10. ACADEMIC DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGHSCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY 11. YOUR GRADES WILL DROP 12. WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE AN ISSUE WITH A PROFESSOR 13. WHAT TO DO IN GUELPH 14. MATURE STUDENTS 15. COMING OUT ON CAMPUS 16. TIME MANAGEMENT 17. BUDGETING 18. OFFICE HOURS 18. NOTE-TAKING 21. LIVING WITH OTHERS 22. GRYPHON, CANNONS, AND BEARS! 23 & 26. STUDENT RESOURCE GUIDE 24–25. YOUR GUIDE TO GUELPH | MAPS OF CAMPUS AND DOWNTOWN GUELPH 27. SEXUALITY IS A SPECTRUM 29. RACISM ON CAMPUS 30. UNDERSTANDING MICROAGRESSIONS 31. DECORATING YOUR DORM 32. JUGGLING WORK, LIFE, AND SCHOOL 34. ADULTING 101: DIY 35. HOW TO DO LAUNDRY 35. HOMESICKNESS 36. DRINKING SMART 37. SEXPERIMENTING 39. COMMON HEALTH ISSUES 40. SCAMS 41. HELPING A GRYPHON IN NEED 45. FUN PAGES 46. CALENDAR

@ChancellorsWay

2019 – 2020

06

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

WELCOME LETTERS

DR. FRANCO J. VACCARINO President and Vice-Chancellor University of Guelph

CARRIE CHASSELS Vice-Provost (Student Affairs) University of Guelph

CAM GUTHRIE Mayor City of Guelph

WELCOME to the University of Guelph community—and to this exciting next phase of your lives.

As president and vice-chancellor, I take pride in the quality of teaching and research at U of G, and in the range of student support services and community engagement opportunities offered here.

At the University of Guelph, we focus on the whole student. We pay attention to your academic and extracurricular success – and we also value your health and well-being. I encourage you to learn about our innovative support programs and opportunities for engagement and connection. We have an innovative firstyear seminar program and the Library Learning Commons to support your academic success. We also have created residence learning communities and an annual campus orientation program to welcome you to U of G. You have set

out on a new phase of your life – and these programs and services are part of our efforts to help support you on this journey.

The University of Guelph earns top marks for research, teaching and student support services. National rankings place us among Canada’s top comprehensive universities for researcher inventiveness, student satisfaction, teaching and learning quality, and career preparation.

You will learn from award-winning professors conducting groundbreaking research and scholarship across a variety of disciplines.

Both on campus and in the larger Guelph community, you’ll find a spirit of generosity in a city rated as one of the best places to live in Canada. From our United Way fundraising campaign to our annual Trick or Eat campaign in support of the food bank, the University

of Guelph is known for its commitment to community engagement, volunteerism and compassion. Through engagement and through research and teaching, our goal is simple, to improve life.

You have joined a t op -ra nked comprehensive university, and you have also become part of a community that values your ideas and your contributions.

WELCOME GRYPHONS, new and returning! As a proud Gryphon, and on behalf of the Student Affairs team, I’m excited to invite everyone to join me in making 2019-20 the best year ever!

Whether you are just starting your program or are closer to graduation, the team in Student Affairs provides many programs and services that will help make your life as a Gryphon inspiring, energizing, and rewarding. We are all proud Gryphons who strive everyday to embody the Gryphon Values.

We encourage you to energize your Gryphon spirit by being an engaged student. Join a club, volunteer, or get involved in student government or in your residence community. Be sure to also check out our numerous fitness and recreation programs offered by Gryphons Athletics (gryphons.ca). There are so many possibilities!

We a ls o enc ou r a ge y ou t o b e

authentic… at U of G we want you to feel free to be yourself and to participate in a range of activities that provide opportunities for you to develop and express your personal values and perspectives.

While we hope your experience will be positive please know that we have numerous support programs to help if you experience difficulty. Don’t hesitate to reach out and ask for help if you are struggling — academically or personally. The Student Affairs team is determined to help students achieve their goals. Speak to your program counsellor or residence assistant; go to the Undergraduate Academic Information Centre (UAIC); visit the Library’s Learning Commons; or call Student Wellness Services to connect with a counsellor, or to schedule an appointment at the Health Clinic. If you are struggling, tell someone…

Any Gryphon you talk to, student or

employee, will listen with an empathetic, respectful and caring ear and will guide you to the support you need.

For information about the many programs and ser vices offered by Student Affairs check out uoguelph.ca/ studentaffairs.

Also visit uoguelph.ca/ studentexperience to find ways to make the most of your U of G experience and while you’re checking out the Student Experience site, make sure you click the “I am a Gryphon” video!

As Gryphons, we are respectful, caring, determined, engaged, and authentic. Together, we improve life for ourselves and others, and I can’t wait to see what we accomplish as a community this year!

WELCOME GRYPHONS! I’m thrilled to welcome all new and returning University of Guelph students to our city.

Guelph is known as one of the safest, most caring, and best places to live in Canada – and U of G students help make it that way. You are enthusiastic volunteers, good neighbours, and valued members of our community. Whether you come from near or far, I want you to feel at home in Guelph.

If you’re new to the city, I encourage you to visit guelph.ca for everything you need to know – from Transit information, to our three-stream waste collection system, to our parking rules, to parks and amenities.

I encourage you to get engaged on local issues that matter to you. You can

follow me on Twitter at @camguthrie, on Instagram @mayorcamguthrie, and on my blog at mayorguthrie.com. You can always e-mail me at mayor@guelph.ca. I would love to hear from you.

Again, welcome, and here’s to a great year!

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

I AM NOT A JOURNALIST. am not a journalist. My grandfather was... I think... truthfully, I was never totally sure about what his profession was, but I know he did some journalism. I know this because when I told my grandmother that I’d got this job as the Editor-in-Chief of The Ontarion she got very excited and started talking about how it must run in the family. She was wrong though. Like I said, I am not a journalist.

What I am is a writer. I promise, this is not me being needlessly pedantic about words; I think this is actually a necessary distinction to draw. I’m hoping that my being so honest about not being a journalist will earn me some understanding and leniency when I make mistakes—and you can be sure I will make mistakes over the next year. The main reason, however, for why I’m labouring this point is that in saying this, I hope that you will be able to understand my goals for this year.

The Ontarion provides students a place to gain experience in journalism—it’s an amazing opportunity to learn and work—but it is also a place for you to share your perspective and to be heard. My job is to curate, but more than that, I want to tell help The Ontarion tell good stories. I want everything we run to be worthy of your attention and I want to use this paper as an opportunity to allow you to talk about some real stuff. I want to hear what you have to say. I do

| G U E LPH 101

07

The Ontarion Inc. University Centre Room 264 University of Guelph N1G 2W1 ontarion@uoguelph.ca Phone 519-824-4120 Editorial: x 58250 Advertising: x 58267 Accounts: x 53534 E DITORIAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief

Kevin Connery

PRODUC TION STAFF Multimedia Content Creator & Editor

Alex Vialette

Director of Layout & Design

not claim any sort of objectivity when it comes to my tastes—who can?—and, remember, I’m not a journalist; I’m a writer, and we’re not shy about having opinions.

That said, I will always be fair with every decision I make and I will always take the time to listen to every story that comes to me.

The most dangerous thing any clever person can do is assume they know more than they really know, and I can say very confidently that there’s a whole lot I don’t know. So so much. So many perspectives I haven’t considered, so much I’ve never even heard of, so many blind spots and biases, so many stories I can’t tell—so many

stories that only you can tell. And that’s why I’m here, to help tell your stories.

My email is at the bottom, down below my name. If you have something you want to say, get in touch.

Pitch me ideas. Send me your writing. Send me your rants. Send me your poetry, good and bad—I want it all! If you’ve never written before, try it. If you’re a seasoned contributor, we’d be happy to have you back. Send me your essays and articles. Send me your hot takes and your critical perspectives.

Send me your comics and complaints, your haikus and reviews, your short stories and gonzo forays.

Send it all!

This first issue is about new beginnings and getting set up for the year ahead—welcome to university, welcome back to university, welcome welcome welcome one and all!—everything that comes next is going to be up to you.

Larissa Abrams-Ogg

OFFICE STAFF Executive Director

Aaron Jacklin

Business Coordinator

Lorrie Taylor

Advertising & Marketing Coordinator

Patrick Sutherland

Circulation Director

Salvador Moran

Sincerely, BOARD OF DIREC TORS President

KEVIN CONNERY,

Heather Gilmore

Chair of the Board

EDIOR-IN-CHIEF

KCONNERY@THEONTARION.COM

Vice President Finance

Josh Millen Mehkansh Sharma

Vice President Communications

OPEN POSITION

Staff Representative

THE ONTARION TEAM

Patrick Sutherland

DIREC TORS

AARON JACKLIN Office Manager Aaron studied criminology at U of G and journalism at Humber. He has two adorable sons, a superhuman wife, and no free time.

LORRIE TAYLOR Business Coordinator For almost 20 years Lorrie has been “Taking Care of Business” at The Ontarion. She enjoys crunching numbers, quilting, scrapbooking and her four grandchildren.

PATRICK SUTHERLAND Advertising & Marketing Coordinator A U of G grad, Patrick first got involved with The Ontarion by volunteering for the Board of Directors where he enjoyed using his Human Resources Management education. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with animals, playing board games, and rock climbing.

LARISSA ABRAMS-OGG Director of Layout & Design Larissa is an alumni of U of G’s Studio Art program, a professional face and body p a i n te r, a n d a f r e e l a n c e g r a p h i c d e s i g n e r. W h e n she’s not editing spreads for The Ontarion, she’s practicing with the Gr yphon Singers, teaching herself a new language, strumming away on her guitar, curled up in a tent in the backwoods or curled up with her t wo adorable kitties.

ALEX VIALETTE Arts & Culture Editor

Hannah Stewart Alex Lefebvre Jonathan Marun-Batista

Alex is a former writer for The Expositor and editor at WLU’s The Sputnik. He is known for his obsession of house plants and the correct pronunciation of “.GIF

Adam Maue CONTRIBUTORS JENNIFER ABLAY MIRALI ALMAULA MARIAH BRIDGEMAN CARLEIGH CATHCART MATTEO CIMELLARO TASHA FALCONER HEATHER GILMORE ALORA GRIFFITHS ARIANA LONGLEY SIERRA PAQUETTE STRUGER BARBARA SALSBERG MATHEWS DANIELLE SUBJECT SRDJAN SUCEVIC PATRICK SUTHERLAND REBECCA THOMPSON KAREN K. TRAN WILL WELLINGTON

Some of the articles printed in the issue of The Ontarion have been run in previous issues. Edits have been made.

VOLUNTEER WITH US MEETINGS WEDNESDAYS: 5:30pm UC264

The Ontarion is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. Since The Ontarion undertakes the publishing of student work, the opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect those of The Ontarion staff and Board of Directors. The Ontarion reserves the right to edit or refuse all material deemed sexist, racist, homophobic, or otherwise unfit for publication as determined by the Editor-in-Chief. Material of any form appearing in this newspaper is copyrighted 2019 and cannot be reprinted without the approval of the Editor-inChief. The Ontarion retains the right of first publication on all material. In the event that an advertiser is not satisfied with an advertisement in the newspaper, they must notify The Ontarion within four working days of publication.

The Ontarion will not be held responsible for advertising mistakes beyond the cost of advertisement. The Ontarion is printed by Hamilton Web.

08

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

The Ontarion wishes to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather to learn and share these stories is the Dish with One Spoon territory.

The Dish with One Spoon wampum holds a peace agreement made between the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and allied nations before the Europeans arrived. It characterizes our collective responsibility to each other and Mother Earth—we should take only what we need, leave enough for others, and keep the dish clean. We also recognize that the University of Guelph resides on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and that Guelph is home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

Through our work, The Ontarion hopes to build relationships with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and support them in sharing their knowledge, stories, and perspectives.

For more information on land acknowledgments please visit: www.uoguelph.ca/studentexperience/aboriginal/land

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

09

WHY DOES STUDENT GOVERNMENT REALLY MATTER ANYWAY? GETTING TO KNOW THE CSA AND GSA (AND HOW TO HOLD THEM RESPONSIBLE)

M AT T E O C I M E L L A R O

HAVE YOU NOTICED the free menstrual products available on campus? That was the CSA. Those folks that hand out bus passes?

CSA. Eat at the bullring? CSA. Found that cheap textbook on The Cannon? CSA. Bike services on campus? CSA. The late-night bus?

You guessed it: CSA. But what do you really know about the CSA? The Central Student Association (CSA) is a governing political body that represents all undergraduate students here at the University of Guelph. The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is its postgraduate equivalent.

The GSA runs services, such as The Fifth (the grad lounge on the fifth floor of the UC with arguably the best patio in Guelph), bus pass distribution for grad students, and other events that benefit the graduate student community.

Both the CSA and GSA are not-for-profit organizations that provide services to students, as well as a crucial voice that connects students and the administration.

CSA President Jack Fisher sees the CSA logo of an asterisk as a perfect metaphor for what the CSA does.

“In a book or paper an asterisk usually leads to a footnote or some additional information that you did not previously have access to; it

DENA VAN DE COEVERING

HOREEN HASSANV

LINDSEY FLETCHER

CLAUDIA IDZIK

fills or legitimizes the information that you’re reading,” Fisher told The Ontarion in 2018. “The CSA at Guelph provides a lot of services to students that the University does not. Places where the student association has had to step in and build initiatives to properly cater to students’ needs.”

As well as more services, the CSA also runs initiatives and advocacy campaigns that deepen inclusion, intersectionality, and environmental awareness.

T he C SA and GSA are structured through two political bodies: 1. A c o l l e c t i v e b o d y o f representatives from all of the colleges across campus. Think of

these as members of Parliament, a representative for voices throughout the institutional divisions on campus.

2. A central governing body of executives that oversee the whole ship. T hink Pr ime Minist er a nd his cabinet. The CSA’s cabinet is composed of a President , Vice President of Student Experience, Vice President of Academics, and Vice President External.

The GSA is similar, but with different titles of President, Vice President Internal, Vice President External, and Vice President Finance.

Like any politics, it is easy to bury your head in the sand, but t he C S A advo c at e s for

active engagement with student governance to make a real impact on our community.

“Ignoring the Central Student Association on campus is like ignoring City staff and governance even though you live in the city,” Fisher said. “I know that happens all the time, but the people who are able to have an impact on the world around them in a positive way are usually those who choose to ignore apathy and ask questions.”

But the question arises: how does one make an impact? Wait for elections and use their vote?

Well, if there is any issue that is important for students, it is crucial for students to know the avenues to get their voices heard.

Holding political representatives responsible to the community’s interest (in any manner a member of that community sees fit) is

integral to any level of government, including student government.

Know your representative at the college level, learn where their offices are, and make a note of their email addresses. Give them an earful. Same goes for the executive level. You can drop by their offices between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. during the week. n

President

VP External

VP Academic

VP Student Experience

Photos provided by the CSA

CSAMAIN@UOGUELPH.CA || CSAPRESIDENT@UOGUELPH.CA

(519) 803 1430 (519 803 1430) Quality Rental Properties For For Quality Rental Property's tim@timbri.ca Contact TimBri! tim@timbri.ca Contact TimBri!

www.timbri.ca

10

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Academic Differences Between University and High School A CRASH COURSE IN HIGHER EDUCATION C A R L E I G H C AT H C A R T

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME, a place where you will spend the next eight or so months eating, sleeping, socializing, and hopefully studying. While the excitement of starting a new chapter of your life may be overshadowing the fact that you’re back to school, the reality is that you will soon be faced with the challenge of acclimatizing yourself to university-level academics.

With half a decade of post-secondary education under my belt, I have provided below some of the main differences to expect between your classes here at the University of Guelph and your high school learning experience.

CONTENT

While every course is different, it is expected that the actual content of university-level courses will be heavier and more difficult than high school. Falling behind can be much easier than one would like to admit, so attending classes regularly, keeping a calendar of

due dates, and asking for help when needed can go a long way towards reducing the somewhat inevitable panic of exam season.

WEIGHTING

Perhaps the most significant difference, the weighting of assignments and exams in university can make high school finals seem like a breeze. It is not unusual to have midterms worth up to 40 percent of your final grade, and final exams can be worth 70 percent or more (though that is less common). Some courses have several small quizzes, assignments, essays, and presentations ranging in weight, so try to spend your time in keeping up with the importance of the task.

DEADLINES

I won’t need to elaborate much on this one, given the probability that your high school t e a c her s w a r ne d y ou m a ny times that “In university, there are no extensions.” While this isn’t entirely true, it is only

in special circumstances that a du e d a t e i s p u s he d b a c k p ena lt y-f r e e . I f t h a t e s s a y i s l a t e si mply b e c au s e y ou r time management skills need work, you can expect a five or ten per cent mark deduc tion per day, of ten fast-tracked to a zero after a few days.

Also, 12:01 a.m. counts as a day late if the submission was due by 11:59 p.m., and technical problems are not considered an excuse. So give yourself a safety net of at least a few hours and a backup submission plan if possible.

SKIPPING CLASS

I promise you, the professors don’t care if you attend all your classes, half of them, or none of them.

The University has your tuition dollars, and how you choose to utilize them is completely your choice. I do not recommend wasting the opportunity.

EXAMS

As mentioned above, final examinations are often worth a very large chunk of your fi nal mark.

With only two hours to determine about half of your grade, the pressure of fi nal exams can

be overwhelming for all students, and for first-year students in particular. In addition to making use of the campus resources provided especially for exam periods (puppy room, stress-busters, etc.), ensure you maintain your physical and emotional health among all your study sessions. I’ll be the first to acknowledge this is much easier said than done, but I also cannot stress enough (no pun intended) how important your health is— and that taking care of yourself will do more for your grades in the long run.

TEACHING AND GRADING STYLE

Sadly enough, this has become my least favourite difference between high school and university. With comparatively large lecture sizes (hundreds of students), it is common for students to go an entire semester without personal contact with their professor. Tests and assignments leave little room for individuality; often an entire exam is merely a series of bubbles on a piece of paper that is run through a machine.

Fo r u n i f o r m i t y, g r a d i n g schemes are established down to half-marks with little leeway, and

multiple choice questions verge on misleading when “the most correct” of two answers must be picked. The standardized method of evaluation is in my opinion a very unrealistic manner of determining knowledge, understanding, and critical thinking, but it is nonetheless the most convenient for evaluators.

While the transition to such a narrow learning experience can be intimidating, there are many resources on campus that offer help both directly with content, such as tutors and Student Learning Groups (SLGs), and indirectly with study strategies and testing tips (workshops, library departments, etc.).

Do not be fazed by the transitional journey on which you are about to embark. After all, you’ve hopefully come to university to study something you love. Let your passion be much stronger than any apprehension you feel, and you will soon find your way in the world of academics. n

CCS IS YOUR UNIVERSITY

IT DEPARTMENT NEED IT HELP?

CONTACT THE CCS IT HELP CENTER IThelp@uoguelph.ca 519-824-4120 Ext. 58888 IT Help Desk in the library Follow @uofgccs for IT service updates, tips and tricks!

uoguelph.ca/ccs

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

11

Your Grades Will Drop, (And Why It’s Not the End of the World) YOUR EARLY MARKS DON’T DEFINE YOU AS A STUDENT C A R L E I G H C AT H C A R T

WELCOME TO UNIVERSITY. A completely new ball game.

Gone are your high school days, when your teachers adjusted the due date of assignments because they coincide with a due date in your other classes. Welcome to a world where 80 per cent of your tests are smooshed within a twoweek period around Halloween and Christmas. And just when you think you’ve made it through exams, you realize t hat you r high, high school grades have fallen into a pit of despair.

In high school, I considered myself an infallible genius. I did nothing to deserve the above 85 per cent average I received in every class (includ ing mat h, a nd mat h literally terrified me). I didn’t look at my assignments until the day before handing them in and my exam study ritual was even more disastrous.

It entailed drink ing a pot of espresso before picking up my notes for the first time at 9 p.m. the night before the test, accidentally falling asleep while attempting to read my notes and brush my teeth, then waking up on the bathroom floor with a

toothbrush in my right hand and a binder in my left — 15 minutes before having to leave for school.

During the fi rst semester of my undergrad at the University of Toronto, I assumed my rock and roll academic style would propel me to the top of my cohort like it did throughout high school.

I made no ef for t to do any readings and didn’t know when or what midterms were until 24 hours before my first one.

(By the way, university has midterms and you should know when and what they are).

My marks reflected my study and assignment style.

I a lmost fa iled most of my classes, but not because I was stupid or lazy. I did what I did because these t ac tics worked for me in grades nine to 12.

High school didn’t prepa re me for what to expect in university.

It d id n’t t each effective work strategies or give me a n accurat e pic t ure of post-secondary.

The objective of high school is to gather the knowledge base you need to succeed in university. The objective of university, in addition to building on that information,

D

is to learn how to learn and develop soft skills like time management and independent critical thinking.

While slowly bu ild ing my s of t skills, the fatal blow to my grades came in the form of fi rst year program prerequisites.

As a freshman biology student, I had to take chemistry and calculus and I sucked at both of them. I applied for my biolog y degree because I was interested in ecology a nd e v olu t io n , no t orbitals and derivatives.

T h i s m ay a l l s ou nd bleak, but there is hope of reaching a decent academic standing (the carrot dangled at the end of the stick). As you advance through your university career, you gain more freedom to enrol in courses you both enjoy and are good at, which will help push those grades slowly up, to a less nerve-racking place.

It’s scary when you can’t reach your previous academic standards, but that’s okay. It’s normal to slip up a little in the beginning. In fact, almost everyone expects you to. Most jobs you’ll apply for don’t care about your grades, and if they do, they expec t to see a fluctuation in grades

C

as

you adjusted to u niver sit y. Mo s t grad schools only look at the la st eight credit s of your undergrad.

T hat doesn’t mean you should stop trying for good grades in your f ir st yea r (you should definitely try), but it gives you some time to figure out what works for you. Use this period to learn how to learn and develop skills that not only boost

B+

your marks, but help you retain information and make you more valuable on the job market after graduation. Your grades may slip the first couple of years, but that doesn’t mean you can’t hoist them back up again. n

A

FRU! n, C h t i ved w o productio , l o v n i Get io & vide rary b i l c i s aud , mu Learn out in the s & festivals cast! hang d concert w or pod atten a radio sho st and ho J o in a c o m e n g a g e d m m u n it y o f p a s s io n w h a t y o u h e d ia c r e a t o r s , a n d a t e a n d d is c ave n e c e s s a r y , t o o ff e r . N o e x p e r ieo v e r a n d t r a in in n g is f r e e ! c e

niversity U e h t f o oom 201 unteer@cfru.ca.

R n i s u t i Vis mail vol today! e r o , e r t n Ce ed Get involvo learn more. at Visit cfru.c

Support independent media by staying opted-in to CFRU!

12

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

What to Do When You Have an Issue With a Professor HOW TO PREVENT REOCCURRING MISCONDUCT & ENSURE FAIR MARKS K AREN K . TRAN

OF ALL THE EXPERIENCES you look forward to at university, a bad relationship with a professor probably isn’t one of them. If you have reason to believe that you’re being discriminated against, sexually harassed, or in any way mistreated by a faculty member or sessional instructor, there are steps you can take to ensure that the person is disciplined and that your grades do not suffer.

provide additional proof if the situation escalates or reoccurs. However, it might be helpful to discuss your worry (even if you think the situation was inconsequential) by making an appointment with a program counsellor or the chair of your program department, so they are aware of what happened. There is a chance that the faculty member might have had or will have a similar situation of misconduct.

KEEP A RECORD

SUPPORT YOUR PEERS

If any misconduct occurs, make a record of it. Take note of the time, date, and location of the misconduct, and the exact words that were said, to the best of your memory. If another person was present to witness the misconduct, ask them to make their own record of it as well. If the altercation happened over email, make sure to save a copy of it.

Even if you are unsure if the situation was severe enough to warrant notifying a superior faculty member, keeping a record will

If you see any misconduct occurring to a fellow student, please don’t be a bystander. You can help by doing the following: • Speak up for them • Remove them from the situation • Listen to what they have to say • Direct them to resources ENSURING FAIR GRADES

If you believe that you have been g raded unfa irly by a n instructor due to an inconsistency or pre-existing bias towards you then you can request a grade

reassessment. The U of G website recommends that you discuss your concerns with the instructor through email, then follow steps to contact the department chair if the concern is not resolved. Follow up may include: • Writing a letter to the chair explaining your situation and demonstrating your concern • Providing copies of the work you wish to be regraded • Presenting any other relevant information The department chair or a selec t ed repre sent at ive w ill review the matter with you and the instructor separately to try facilitating an agreeable solution. If you are satisfied with the regrade provided by the instructor or an explanation of why the instructor believes that you deserve the current grade, the situation is resolved. If you’re still unhappy with your grade at this stage, a neutral instructor with sufficient experience to assess your assignment may be selected by the department chair to regrade your work. n

HELPFUL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT CHAIRS: uoguelph.ca/uaic/department-chairs

PROGRAM COUNSELLORS: uoguelph.ca/uaic/programcounsellors

FURTHER DETAILS ON THE GRADE REASSESSMENT PROCESS: uoguelph.ca/registrar/calendars/undergraduate/ current/c08/c08-grdchg.shtml

If you find yourself mentally exhausted or overwhelmed by the situation, you can seek help from the many counselling services provided on campus: wellness.uoguelph.ca/counselling/services

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID

at U of G

The University has committed a significant amount of money and resources to support financial aid programs for 2019-20. These programs are designed to help students in financial need with managing the cost of post-secondary education.

2019-20

BURSARIES & NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

WORK STUDY PROGRAM

Apply by completing a Financial Need Assessment Form

Apply by completing a Financial Need Assessment Form

Undergraduate applicants will be notified by late November and will have their award applied as a credit on their winter 2020 student account.

The Work Study program allows you to gain on-campus employment experience while earning money at the same time! Apply to Student Financial Services by completing a Financial Need Assessment Form as soon as possible.

Notifications are sent via email within days.

Graduate students will be notified in February 2020.

INFORMATION and APPLICATIONS can be found at uoguelph.ca/registrar/sfs Contact awards@uoguelph.ca for more information

IMPORTANT DEADLINES: Undergraduate Financial Need Assessments DUE: October 7, 2019 Graduate Financial Need Assessments DUE: January 10, 2020 Work Study Student Applications Accepted Until: January 20, 2020 For deadline reminders, follow us:

@UOGStudentfin

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

Guelph Comes Alive at Night for You to Get Your Party On

| G U E LPH 101

13

@THEONTARION

FROM COUNTRY BARS TO HOUSE MUSIC, GUELPH HAS PLENTY TO OFFER DA N I E L L E S U B J E C T

G U E LP H ’ S N I G HTLI F E i s alive and better than ever with a large variety of bars and clubs available around the city and in its downtown core. Whether you’re into live music or you’re a dancing machine, The Ontarion has you covered with this list of bars and clubs to check out.

Honou rable ment ions go t o McCabe’s, Baker Street Station, the Woolwich Arrow and Bobby O’Brien’s/Opus Lounge.

PALACE/TABU/TRAPPERS ALLEY

Though they are all in the same building, each of these three spots offers a different experience.

Trappers is located on the main f loor, often playing hip-hop, throwbacks, and dance music.

There is a small dance floor with lots of seating, two bars, wide open windows, and a pool table.

Palace is a club located on the top floor that typically plays top 40 music and offers a balcony, a stage, and a large dance floor.

Located in the basement below Trappers is Tabu, which hosts house music and cheap drinks.

All three spots generally attract

students between first and third year.

TH E E BAR

The eBar is a hub for local music, a tour stop for many Canadian and American bands, a poetry bar, a hip-hop club, and a comedy spot. This bar is very versatile and always has a list of exciting events happening each week.

The eBar is also attached to The Bookshelf, which serves as a movie theatre, restaurant, and bookstore simultaneously.

J I M M Y JA Z Z

Jimmy Jazz is one of the oldest bars in Guelph and also the most welcoming. Located on Macdonell Street, Jimmy Jazz is a small, compact place with intimate seating and a quaint stage that often hosts talented, local musicians. Cover is always free and its relaxed atmosphere makes it a great place to grab a beer with some friends.

TH E A LB I O N H OTE L

The Albion is one of the most

versatile spots in Guelph. During the week, the A lbion of fers a delicious day menu, cheap appetizers, and evening drink specials. Come Thursday, this historic fixture kicks off the weekend with a DJ dance party and is famous for its Saturday funk nights.

D O O G I E ’ S & PA B LO’ S

Doogie’s and Pablo’s host live bands at least four days out of the week, while also offering cool events such as open mic and trivia nights. Cover is either cheap or free, and the bands don’t disappoint. Pablo’s arcade games and bar combined with Doogie’s stage and grungy dance f loor make for a fun night out.

F R A N K & S TE I N S

Frank’s is usually packed on a Friday and Saturday night, with a long line of eager bar-goers trailing out the front door, but this is a solid option for a Guelph pub. Clearly a popular choice among students, this pub switches between live bands, DJs, and top 40 music. n

Things to Do in Downtown Guelph During the Day ENJOY THE ROYAL CITY LIKE YOU’RE A HUMAN (AND NOT A VAMPIRE) PAT R I C K S U T H E R L A N D

DOWNTOWN GUELPH has great nightlife. With good eats, great party spots, and entertainment options to match any personality, nights out downtown have it all. But have you considered visiting downtown Guelph before the sun sets? With unique shops, independent stores, locallyowned businesses, and beautiful riverside green spaces, downtown Guelph ’s unique atmosphere shines brightest during the day.

It’s very easy, especially in your first year, to fall into the same routine and start to live in a bubble.

Before you know it, you may find yourself eating, shopping, and hanging out in the same old spots.

Fortunately, Guelph has a downtown that boasts a small-town charm without sacrificing the services or amenities of the city.

Downtown Guelph has a little something for everyone, whether you’re looking to shop, find a unique activity, or maybe even a quiet space to get away from your worries.

SPORTS FANS

For the athlete, there are independently-owned sportswear and equipment stores, as well as nutrition and supplement stores that will help keep you outfitted and ready for action. But why stop there? If you’re a hockey fan, head on over to the Sleeman Centre and catch a Guelph Storm game.

The OHL team’s schedule starts late-September and runs all the way through to March, giving you plenty of opportunity to see them!

CASUAL FOODIES

Consider yourself a gourmand?

Downtown has got you covered!

From unique olive oils, to one-ofa-kind cheeses, to mouth-watering cupcakes and baked goods you can find the perfect addition to a special

meal. Or take the challenge to try a different restaurant every week: with new restaurants opening all the time, you’ll never run out of delicious food to try! If downtown Guelph’s food scene inspires your inner chef, then you’re in luck; kitchen supplies and cooking ingredients, even hard to find, one-of-a-kind ingredients, are just a stone’s throw away.

ARTSY FOLKS

For the artist in you, there is no shortage of shops and venues to keep you inspired. With shops selling art supplies, new and used instruments, and music you will always have what you need to create your masterpiece. Or check out one of the many performance venues located downtown to watch some of Guelph’s many talented musicians.

ADVENTURERS

Even the most advent urous amongst us can find inspiration downtown. With travel agencies that can help you plan your next trip and boutiques selling travel gear, your journey of a thousand miles can start downtown. For those of us who want adventure a little closer to home, consider visiting one of the escape rooms or gaming spaces.

Most importantly, don’t forget to simply enjoy the ambiance while you’re downtown. A walk along the Speed River, appreciating the incredible stone Victorian buildings, a stroll through Old Quebec Street Mall, or simply sitting on a café patio can be very relaxing and make you feel like you’re in a European town. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to take in the spectacular views of downtown Guelph from the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate. n

14

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Helpful Tips for Mature Students Returning to School BECAUSE FIRST-YEARS COME IN ALL AGES B A R B A R A S A L S B E R G M AT H E WS

I WAS THE OLDEST PERSON on campus — at least that’s how I felt when I returned to U of G as a mature student. Going back to school at this stage in life can be daunting, especially as many mature students also juggle jobs and raising a family. I decided to rise to this challenge by fi rst taking stock of the unique challenges mature students face and how I might address them.

TIME MANAGEMENT: It helps to create a schedule that includes school, work, family, and time to unwind. Each category is important to manage a healthy work-life balance.

ACADEMIC SKILLS: School success entails studying effectively, writing essays, and taking exams. To brush up on these skills it helps to take advantage of campus supports, such as the Guelph Mature Student Association, the Library Learning Commons, and U of G’s Learning Services.

TIME TO ADJUST TO UNIVERSITY LIFE: Accept it will take time to get back into the demands of being a student. It’s not always necessary to get top marks to graduate. Sometimes good enough is good enough!

My peers were in their late teens or early 20s. I admired how they successfully juggled a full course load, active social lives, and even jobs. So I turned to them for advice. Here are some things that help them succeed in school: PRIORITIZE WORK: Decide what is urgent and what is less pressing. Then schedule when to chip away at these tasks.

KNOW YOUR LE ARNING STYLES: Which techniques help you remember and understand information best? Visual, auditory, kinaesthetic, tactile learning methods, or a combination of all VAKT senses? For example, as a visual learner use coloured post-it notes, highlighter markers, symbols, and images in your notes.

As an auditory learner, read your

notes out loud.

K N OW YO U R E N E R GY RHYTHMS: Do you have more energy in the morning, midday, night? A morning person, for instance, may absorb information more effectively early in the day compared to later in the evening.

Keep this in mind when scheduling your studies.

FIND A GOOD STUDY SPACE: For some students this may be a quiet place like the library while others may prefer a more social setting like a coffee shop.

REVIEW EFFECTIVELY AND REGULARLY: It helps to boil down key points to their essence.

If possible, apply the information to real world scenarios. Reviewing often is helpful in absorbing and retaining course information.

KEEP FOCUSED: Studying for short and frequent durations helps to keep one productive. For example, set a timer for 20 minutes. During this time, scribble out ideas and questions. Then take a mini-break. After, return to work for another 20 minutes, building upon your earlier notes.

Repeat these 20-minute study intervals often.

group. It is also beneficial to take advantage of help the professor and teaching assistants offer.

My classmates’ suggestions helped me not only to do well in the course, but also to enjoy my time returning to U of G after many decades. I hope these tips help you all succeed in your studies. n

LEARNING WITH OTHERS: If you work best studying with others it helps to get a ‘study buddy’ or participate in a study

VOLUNTEER WITH US MEETINGS WEDNESDAYS: 5:30pm UC264

CANADIAN CAB

THEONTARION.COM

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED

so close to campus you can taste it!

DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP NOW

50 stone rd west delta Guelph hotel

Eat. All drivers vetted All cars completely insured All cars safety checked regularly

Drink.

Repeat.

@barmasonrestaurant |

barmasonrestaurant | barmasonrestaurant.ca

canadiancab.ca (519) 824-3110

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

15

ARE YOU THINKING OF COMING OUT ON CAMPUS? A GUIDE TO QUEER RESOURCES AT U OF G W I L L W E L L I N G TO N

As a new school year begins, some students may find themselves questioning or redefining their sexual orientation or gender identity and may be wondering what resources are available. These students are not alone. It’s tough to get an exact estimate on the number of LGBTQ+ students at Guelph, but there are active queer communities on campus and downtown, as well as in-person and online resources available for those who need guidance and support.

W h a t D o e s LG BTQ + Stand For? The short answer is: lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and more.

The long answer is that the terminology of gender and sexual diversity is complicated and contested. Each of those letters (and there are many other versions of the acronym) stands for a vibrant and diverse group of people with cultures and histories worth exploring.

The main point is that there is no one way to identify — and that identities can change.

The Ontarion spoke to a gender non-binary individual who belongs to the local queer community about identity.

“My identity is continuously changing. It’s mostly because I keep learning new terms. I called myself bisexual for a number of years, but I’ve dated people outside of that binary and so pansexual just fit better. In terms of gender, I’ve always walked the line of masculinity and femininity, and when I realized you didn’t have to identify as either it took a load off of what I was feeling internally,” said the individual, who asked The Ontarion to remain anonymous.

There is no right way to come out, and no rush to settle one’s identity once and for all.

“That comes with time,” they continued, “Being open to experiences and being in touch with your emotions is the most important thing. And surrounding yourself

with supportive people is definitely the best thing you can do.”

For Shayne Ward, chair of Guelph Pride 2018, support came in the form of coworkers.

“A lot of my comfort with my sexuality really came with having the opportunity to work with adults who were already comfortable with their sexualities,” said Ward, “I was fortunate to have role models that stepped up and accepted me as a young member of the same community.”

For Ward, that feeling of acceptance was a long time coming.

“I think I’ve really known I was gay since 2005 when I started high school,” said Ward, “but certain circumstances such as attending a high school in Washington, DC, and dealing with my mom being very sick with cancer, and ultimately just going through puberty and discovering myself made things quite complicated.

By February 2010, I finally found a space where I was feeling a bit comfortable with my

sexuality.”

Whatever resources students choose to access, Ward makes it clear that the spirit of the LGBTQ+ community in Guelph is that all are welcome. “ No mat ter what , you are always loved regardless of your status,” he said. “At the end of the day, I really hope you can feel a little more inspired and encouraged to just always be yourself.”

Campus Resources Students seeking that kind of comfort can look to a number of organizations on campus: • CampOUT • Guelph Queer Equality • The Student Support Network • The Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity • The Wellness Education Centre • For more information on these resources, please see our student resource guide on pages 23 and 26.

Community Resources • Pride and Prejudice, a group for LGBTQ+ youth • Out On The Shelf, a library and resource centre • ARCH, HIV/AIDS Resources and Community Health • FIERCE!, a queer monthly dance party • Guelph Pride

What Allies Can Do Students who don’t identify as L GBT Q+ ca n use the sa me resources to better support their LGBTQ+ peers. Straight, cisgendered allies can help in many ways: • Research gender and sexual diversity • Listen openly and without judgment to LGBTQ+ experiences • R espectfully use preferred pronouns • Strive to remove presumptive gendered language from their vocabularies n

16

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Time Management Tips for a Busy Life HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TIME DURING UNIVERSITY A R I A N A LO N G L E Y

UNIVERSITY ISN’T ABOUT filling up every second with school work. It’s about learning and the moments in between classes where you make memories and grow.

Here are five tips to help manage your time and get the most out of your university experience with school, friends, family, and activities that make you happy.

1. MAKE A TO-DO LIST

Thinking about every thing you need to do abstractly can be draining. To help make sense of your seemingly insurmountable number of responsibilities, make a list of what you need to accomplish during the week and create a rough schedule for when you will do them. Tangibly seeing your goals on paper (or on a smartphone app or calendar) will put tasks in perspective and help you find a point of entry. Don’t forget

to include personal goals and hobbies. Adding them to your list makes the list more fun to tackle and encourages you to do what makes you happy.

2. WAKE UP EARLY

People who perpetuate the adage of “there aren’t enough hours in a day” obviously just don’t utilize their time effectively. Instead of staying up late and risking accidentally falling asleep, go to bed at a reasonable time and wake up early. You may have to develop the will to get up at an awkward hour of the morning, but days feel more productive. You basically give yourself the gift of extra time as opposed to groggily waking up an hour before you have to leave the house (and since you’re already up, you minimize the chance of sleeping in and being late to wherever you need to go).

3. DON’T PROCRASTINATE

If you have two assignments due, a test to study for, or a deadline for a club project in two weeks, don’t wait until the night before to start.

You’re not Superman, you know.

Work on them as soon as possible.

That way you have the full time until the due date to get ’er done.

It’ll give you a chance to retain information and perfect what you’re doing. And, by starting in advance, you can feel confident you gave your best effort as opposed to cramming all your labour into a couple of hours, subsequently sacrificing the quality of your work.

4. SAY NO

If you have something you want or need to accomplish and someone asks if you want to grab a

beer Thursday night, or your boss wants you to pick up extra responsibilities at your job, or you want to plummet into a new hobby, determine what tasks on your list are most important. Establish what is going to add the most value to you and what you can reasonably accomplish in the given timeframe.

If something doesn’t fit into that description, say no to it. It’ll free up time so you can work on more pressing goals.

5. DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME

Don’t fill up every second of free time doing nothing and rebinge-watching RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Identify the well you sink most of your spare time in and minimize the amount you plunge into it.

Every misused hour adds up. If you squander one hour a day for a week, that’s seven hours you lost and can’t get back. Over a month,

that’s more than a day gone. Over a year, you forfeit 15 days worth of time you could have used reading, writing, or creating something.

Everyone needs down time, but every moment you have nothing planned shouldn’t be a break. Use your moments wisely. n

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

17

Budgeting 101: How to Avoid Going Broke During University KEEP A BUDGET NOW, AFFORD STUFF LATER $20 Entertainment $50 Restaurants

M I R A L I A L M AU L A

MANAGING YOUR MONEY using a budget may not seem fun

right now, but future-you is going to love being able to afford luxuries like phone payments, car payments, house payments, and insurance payments.

Budgeting apps, such as Mint and PocketGuard allow you to set monthly budgets for all the necessities of life and let you organize what categories the expenses from your cards fall under. All that’s left for you to do is keep track of what you’re spending your cash on once you withdraw it.

As a student you will have essential expenses that there is no way around. These can include car payments, parking, gas, rent, utilities, books, and tuition. Of course, you can aim to get a cheaper car or take public transportation, live in a rental that include utilities and internet, and buy second hand books, but there’s only so much wiggle room.

Your budget should keep these fixed costs in mind as you decide how to handle your other expenses.

TO FIGURE OUT WHAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU, ASK YOURSELF A FEW QUESTIONS: 1. How much can you afford to spend per month?

You should base this on how much money you have coming in per month and what your fixed expenses, discussed above, are already costing you.

2. Are your basic expenses reasonable?

Most students have these basic expenses: • Groceries • Phone bill

• Restaurants • Entertainment • Shopping • Emergencies If you’re adding more categories then it’s important to evaluate if you can afford them right now.

3. How did I do last month?

Ideally, you should check your budgets more than once a month to make sure you’re staying on track. At the very least, however, check your budget once a month to see what needs to be adjusted, what you need to stop spending money on, and whether you need to find a part-time job or pick up an extra shift once a week.

Once you know the amount you can afford to spend per month, you will need to adjust the amount for each budget category so they line up with how much money you have coming in.

For example, if you aim to spend $400 on your basic expenses each month then you might split it up like this: • $230 on groceries • $50 on your phone • $50 on restaurants • $20 on entertainment • $30 on shopping • $20 on emergencies Think of a budget as a guideline. If you go a little over or under it can roll into your next month. If you are going a lot over or under then it’s important to figure out why and make adjustments to either your income, your expenses, or your

$50 Phone $30 Shopping

$400

$20 Emergencies

Monthly Budget

$230 Groceries

budget (if it’s a reasonable amount).

Most of the time, even if you go a little over your budget it will still be better than having no idea where your money is going. You might think you didn’t do anything but study during school, but all of those coffee and fast food quick fixes can add up to thousands of dollars over the year if left unchecked.

If you find yourself still needing help with managing your expenses then visit Student Financial Services; they offer assistance with • Budget counselling • OSAP appeals • Bursary appeals • Emergency funding requests n

Love the University of Guelph?

Want to use your passion to introduce prospective students to U of G?

BECOME A U OF G

AMBASSADOR TODAY!

1st year students: Show your residence room at campus events 2nd year students & up: Give campus tours to Future Gryphons

QUESTIONS? Email: ambassad@uoguelph.ca Apply online by October 4, 2019 uoguelph.ca/admissions/ambassadors

18

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Office Hours May Not Be Mandatory, But They Are Essential A FACE-TO-FACE, ONE-ON-ONE LEARNING EXPERIENCE THAT YOUR PAYING FOR (AND NOT USING) TA S H A FA LC O N E R

MOST PROFESSORS a nd teaching assistants (TAs) have set office hours every week or they are happy to book appointments to meet with their students.

Office hours are a time that your professor or TA have set aside to help you and to engage with students one-on-one. To the detriment of many students, this time is rarely taken advantage of by undergraduate students.

Many people choose to send an email instead of going to office hours.

While this may be more convenient for you, an email does not allow for the same connection. When talking in person, more questions may come up that you can get answered. There is less confusion on what you are asking. Additionally, conversations in person tend to elicit more detail than exchanges over email.

You do not need to have a specific question to go to office hours. You can just pop in to chat. Often

researchers, which most of your professors and TAs are, are happy to discuss what they have worked on or are currently working on.

W hile ever y professor has different rules on how much they or their TA will engage in feedback on your work, going to office hours will help direct the work you are being graded on. Feedback on how you are doing is invaluable and assists in getting you the best grade possible.

Better grades also come from

Intro to Note-Taking: How to Take Notes So You Actually Remember Stuff ARE YOU HIGHLIGHTING ENTIRE PARAGRAPHS IN YOUR TEXTBOOK?

a better understanding of the material. Going to office hours can make the material clearer.

Sometimes all that is needed is to have something explained differently for it to click.

Engaging with your professor or TA is a great way to make connections, which may help you later. Making connections can help you get a reference, a recommendation, a job, or into a course — these opportunities are priceless. Attending office hours

allows the professor or TA to be familiar with you, making you more than a number. n

How to avoid plant murder TIPS AND TRICKS ON KEEPING HOUSEPLANTS ALIVE J O R DA N T E R P S T R A

M I R A L I A L M AU L A

MOST UNIVERSITY students can take notes, but the art of effective note-taking can take years to perfect.

It wasn’t until halfway through my doctorate that the shear volume I had to read made my old notetaking habits obsolete.

I always thought that if it’s in the book, if it’s assigned reading, then I have to know every single word, fact, figure, and reference.

Enter the practice of highlighting entire paragraphs, typing them up later, and reading them over half a dozen times.

For a long while, I thought this was the best way to do well in school because it had worked.

While this style of note-taking might get you through an undergrad degree, and maybe even grad school, it’s not actually the best way to learn well in school.

Most people don’t have photographic memories; there’s only so much that can be remembered.

What’s more is that, if you’re like me, when you passively read and memorize things for a test you’re going to forget them almost as soon as that test is done.

Active note-taking, on the other hand, forces you to engage with what you’re reading or what you’re listening to.

The next time you do a reading or finish taking notes during a lecture ask yourself five questions: 1. What

was the author or lecturer’s

main point?

2. Why does this information matter to me or to others?

3. What other ideas in the course or in my life does this connect to?

4. What are the important terms that I don’t understand that I should learn?

5. What are my own, original ideas and responses to this reading or lecture?

These questions will help you hone in on what’s important, to make deeper connections with the material, and (perhaps most importantly) develop your own ideas. I also recommend condensing this information so that it fits on a large cue card; one cue card per lecture or per reading is manageable and will come in handy during midterms, exams, and beyond.

Of course, this isn’t the only way to take effective notes, but I have found it helpful to my own learning. The most important thing is to not become complacent with your learning experience during university. You pay a lot of money and dedicate a lot of your time to your education, you owe it to yourself to keep trying different learning strategies until you find the one that allows you to meet your full potential. n

We all love houseplants. They are the perfect addition to a lonely windowsill, the best friend when you need someone to talk to, and a thoughtful gift for friends or family. But too many people have been found guilty of plant murder. Believe it or not, most plants are actually pretty low-maintenance. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you with your little green friends: RESEARCH

Yes, you must add more to your to-do list, but the best place to start when attempting to keep a houseplant alive is knowing what it is and what it likes. No different than if you were to get a cat or dog, you must do your research to know how to best take care of your plant and help it thrive.

LIGHT

After doing your research, finding the perfect balance of light is another key step in keeping your houseplant alive. All plants need light to survive, but knowing your plant will help you discover proper light requirements.

Of course, all plants would love a well-lit room, but this isn’t always possible. It stems back to doing your research and finding plants that would best suit certain rooms.

WATER

It’s one of the most basic things plants need, but also their number one killer. When it comes to watering, people tend to land on one of two extremes: watering their plants too much or not watering them enough. Although some plants can withstand longer periods of time without water, almost all plants will die from overwatering.

Plant roots are crucial for the uptake of water, nutrients, and oxygen. If plants are being overwatered, their roots can’t breathe.

This will likely result in disease like root rot, which causes your plants to wilt and die. For most plants, you should let the soil dry out between watering. To ensure the soil is dry enough and ready for another watering, just stick your finger in about an inch down to see if it’s completely dry. If so, it’s good to go.

Drainage is also an important factor when it comes to avoiding drowning your plant.

Make sure your plant is in a pot with some holes and that you allow the water to drain properly.

VOLUNTEER WITH US MEETINGS WEDNESDAYS: 5:30pm UC264

戀漀漀欀猀 渀攀眀 ☀ 甀猀攀搀

挀氀漀琀栀椀渀最

猀琀愀琀椀漀渀攀爀礀

最椀昀琀猀

Accessibility Services Counselling Services Health Services Education & Promotion Centre Health & Performance Centre Student Support Network Sexual Violence Support & Education

Visit us in our new home, the John T. Powell Building, or at wellness.uoguelph.ca We are proud to be leaders in building a healthy and inclusive campus community. We facilitate the development of the whole person through integrated health and wellness education, provision of health care, and encouraging personal insight to promote each student’s optimal well-being and to support success in their academic careers.

Accessibility Services, Counselling Services, Health Services Check-in on 1st floor Health and Performance Centre Check-in on 2nd floor Wellness Education and Promotion Centre 1st floor Student Support Network 1st floor of John T. Powell Building (Mon - Fri: Noon - 10 pm) McLaughlin Library, Rm. 111 (Mon - Tues: 2 pm - 6 pm and

Wed - Thurs: 4 pm - 8 pm)

519-824-4120 ext. 52131 56274

PREVENTION. RECOVERY. SUCCESS. At HPC, we treat and help prevent sports and activity-related injuries for all U of G students and community members. Our collaborative approach to specialized care helps our clients perform at their best, and successfully achieve a healthy active lifestyle.

PHONE: 519-767-5011 (OR EXT. 53039)

UOGUELPH.CA/HPC

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

21

Boundaries to Keep and Rules to Follow When Living With Others HOW TO BE A DECENT (SUFFICIENTLY NON-HORRIBLE) HOUSEMATE S TO RY BY A R I A N A LO N G L E Y | G R A P H I C S BY T I F FA N Y AG L I A N I

LAST YEAR, WHEN I was 23, I moved away from home for the first time to do my master’s at U of G. I quickly realised that living with strangers can be confusing.

Everyone is used to a different kind of normal at home and it’s difficult to navigate multiple conflicting expectations about how things should be in a shared house.

Here are five tips on how to avoid being a bad housemate.

COORDINATE YOUR LIVING SCHEDULES

If you are an average first-year university student then you and your family have spent approximately 18 years perfecting arrangements for showering, having guests over, and doing laundry. When you move in with housemates you have to start from scratch with people

you probably don’t know, which (if done haphazardly) can be infuriating — unless you’re one of those lucky people with access to a private bathroom, parking spot, and laundry room. To avoid unnecessary conflict, discuss when each of you gets to use the facilities. That could mean making a schedule or coordinating times over text.

Whatever you decide, you need to do something, or everyone is going to get in each other’s ways and it’s going to become a huge thing.

DON’T BE LOUD WHEN PEOPLE ARE HOME

Noise-induced stress is a real issue. Don’t add to the problem.

If your housemates are home, maybe don’t have a heated phone conversation on speakerphone (or

go outside if you must) and don’t watch T V on full blast in the common area. Would you like it if you were trying to relax and your roommate started binge watching The Office at max volume, so that Michael Scott’s voice permeated the house through the vents?

No. You wouldn’t. So don’t do it to your housemates.

DON’T BOTHER PEOPLE WHEN THEY’RE IN THEIR ROOMS

Remember at home how aggravated you were when, relaxing in bed, someone barged into your room to share an irrelevant thought or ask an inane question.

Learn from those experiences and don’t do it to your housemates.

Unless you need to ask a question that second or you desperately need to borrow something, don’t knock on their door and interrupt

whatever they’re doing. Wait until they’re in the common area to talk to them or text them and they’ll get back to you when they feel like it.

DON’T SIT ON YOUR GRIEVANCES

Conflict terrifies even the strongest of people, but if you ignore a problem and decide to wait it out until one of you moves or they change their behaviour, you’re going to have a bad time. More often than not, they’ll stay the same and you’ll start resenting them for it. Address issues with your roommates before they become a more serious problem. You have to spend the next year living with them, so don’t make it more uncomfortable than it needs to be. Sometimes, people don’t realize they’re being annoying. If you talk to them about it,

they might even appreciate it.

CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF

Seriously. Do it. I know this one seems obvious, but it isn’t. For some people, since it’s their first time on their own and they’re consumed with freedom, they overlook washing their dishes and wiping the stove when they’re done cooking. I’ve heard too many horrors stories of housemates that refused to help around the house. No one wants ants or other arthropods ambling around their floors and food. Prevent this problem by cleaning up after yourself. Your housemates and future-you will thank you for tidying up. n

22

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Gryphons and Cannons and Bears, Oh My! GET A CLUE ABOUT GUELPH’S BELOVED STATIONARY CREW | ALORA GRIFFITHS

THE GRYPHON

The newest statue on campus is the Gryphon statue. As part of the University of Guelph’s 50th anniversary celebrations, the bronzed statue was installed in 2014. The Gryphon is a mythical creature with the head, talons, and wings of an eagle and the posterior body of a lion. The statue helps to enhance the identity of the University of Guelph to campus visitors and the Guelph community. Students rub the Gryphon’s beak for luck and take graduation photos here with friends and family.  @GryphonStatue THE BEGGING BEAR

Created by Carl Skelton, well known for creating iconic artwork, the Begging Bear was sculpted in 1999. Poised with one inviting arm outstretched, this piece is an artistic metaphor for the native species that require our protection.

The statue stands seven-and-a-half feet tall, and has become an icon to Guelph residents. The Bear is often found decorated or dressed up throughout the year by Guelph students who make sure this fashionista is always stylish.  @TheBeggingBear The G r yphon statue is located at the corner of Stone Road and Gordon Street. | Alora Griffiths

THE CANNON

The Cannon, also known as “Old Jeremiah,” is a British naval gun rumoured to have been used in the War of 1812. The original campus tradition regarding The Cannon was to move the antique around campus at night (for example, to Johnston Green or even the top of the MacNaughton building).

Eventually, these shenanigans got out of hand and The Cannon was cemented in place in Branion Plaza. As a last act of rebellion, or so the story goes, students moved The Cannon so that it pointed at the administrative offices in the University Centre. It still points towards them today, but now students paint The Cannon during the night. You can find The Cannon sporting different colours and messages throughout the year in order to promote events, organizations, and community spirit.  @OldJeremiah The Cannon is in the middle of Branion Plaza, located on the U of G campus Credit: @OldJeremiah via Twitter.

The Begging Bear is located on Gordon Street, just outside the Art Gallery of Guelph. | Alora Griffiths

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

23

OFFICE OF INTERCULTURAL AFFAIRS

STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

STUDENT HOUSING SERVICES

THE LIBRARY AND LEARNING COMMONS

 https://www.uoguelph.ca/ international/people/53  519-824-4120 x 53954  @OIAstudents  @UofGStudentExp The OIA serves the campus community by fostering an environment of cultural competency and diversity. At the intersection of academic and co-curricular learning the OIA offers intentionally designed programming and services that foster leadership and community development within intercultural, international, and multi-faith contexts.

 https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/accessibility/  accessibility@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 ext. 56208  @UofG.StudentAccessibility SAS offers specialized programs and services to students with disabilities registered at the University of Guelph (full-time or part-time undergraduate and graduate).

Their advisors, support staff, peer helpers, and volunteers work with students, faculty, and staff in the provision of programs and services designed to assist students with disabilities in participating fully in university life, and in maximizing campus accessibility.

 http://housing.uoguelph.ca  housing@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 ext. 58701  @studenthousingservices  @UofG_Housing Student Housing Services provides residence space and services for over 5,000 students as well as two accommodation locations for students with families. Student Housing aims to promote students’ personal and academic success by providing communities staffed by teams who respond to student needs.

 http://www.lib.uoguelph.ca/get-assistance  library@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 ext 53617  @McLaughlinLibrary  &  @uglibrary The Learning Commons is based on a partnership model designed to support and enhance undergraduate and graduate student learning, writing, research, numeracy, and technology at the University of Guelph.

Our core services are located on the first floor of the McLaughlin Library in recognition of the Library as the central gathering place for students to study.

OUTLINE

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

STUDENT LIFE

THE WELLNESS EDUCATION CENTRE

 https://studentlife.uoguelph.ca/ community/LGBTQ/OUTlineONline  outline@uoguelph.ca  (519) 824-4120 x56358  @UoGOUTline  @outline_uog OUTline provides confidential and anonymous peer support and information on services relating to sexual orientation and gender diversity to all individuals and families in the University of Guelph and surrounding community, especially those in the early stages of the coming out experience and those most at risk. Services include OUTline ONline, community events, CampOUT, Ask OUTline, and workshops.

 https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/health/  health@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 x52131 Student Health Services supports students’ academic success by providing comprehensive health promotion, disease prevention, and primary medical care to students, their families, and visitors to campus. The services offered include a dispensary, nursing, physician, dietitian, and mental well-being.

 https://studentlife.uoguelph.ca  @uofgstudentexp  @UofGStudentExp Student Life supports students in the many transitions they experience — from the time they are admitted until they graduate. They are committed to the development of the whole student and, as such, help students explore their capacity for leadership, overcome barriers to learning, and assume the responsibilities of a global citizen. During Orientation Week the Centre for New Students, part of Student Life, collaborates with more than 100 campus partners to deliver a range of events and activities designed to expose new students to the rich network of opportunities that exist on campus.

 https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/ education/services/offered  wellness@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 x53327  @WellnessUofG  @Wellness_UofG The WEC is a resource centre that provides information on alcohol consumption, body image, eating disorders, drugs, smoking, human rights, LGBTQ+ issues, mental health, sexual health, physical health, nutrition, and spirituality. They also offer workshops, resources, and cooking classes.

SAFEWALK

STUDENT HELP AND ADVOCACY CENTRE

STUDENT SUPPORT NETWORK

 https://csaonline.ca/safewalk/  safewalk@uoguelph.ca for information or swvol@uoguelph.ca to volunteer  (519) 824-4120 x53200 for a walk or x54845 for the office  Safewalk: Guelph  @GuelphSafeWalk SafeWalk is a student-run volunteer organization that provides people on campus with a safe and reliable escort after dark.

This service is available between 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 a.m., seven days a week during the school year, and is free of charge. To access SafeWalk, call the number above, use the free SafeWalk button on any Bell pay phone, use the emergency blue pole phones located around campus, or approach a pair of SafeWalk walkers.

 https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/ organization/shac  shac@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 x58105  &  @SHACUofG SHAC is a student-run advocacy and referral centre that advocates for students on a human rights, legal, housing/tenancy, academic, and financial basis. SHAC staff and volunteers will assist students in a confidential and compassionate manner to provide them with the information they need. SHAC strives to eliminate the discrimination against people facing all forms of oppression.

 https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/ education/services/ssn  @ssnuoguelph  @SSN_UoGuelph The SSN offers a peer-support drop-in service that is located in Raithby House.

It operates in the fall and winter terms from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. from Monday to Friday while classes are in session or until 8 p.m. during exams. SSN offers confidential, non-judgmental listening and support. This service is delivered by a team of student volunteers who receive extensive training in active listening and communication skills.

See page 26 for more resources

Pull me out!

Varsity Field

O

L

LE

N

N

O

X

A

M

N

LK

R IN G R D

PO W ER

Trent Building/Police

Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre

U SE

ST

O

ALD

H

DON

TR

LN

Drew Hall

John T. Powell Building LK A W S LD O N EY R

EN T LN

Mills Hall Johnston Hall G O R D

N

A W

ER

Fire Hall

W

M

K

LU

EE

ST

LA

O

WA L K

O R D O

The Bullring

A LU

ST

MNI

N

MCLN

OVC

ZAV O

REYN

R

Lifetime Learning Centre

R

D

MACN

E

YN

O

T

LN

CRSC

RICH

A W

LD

EN

PO

LK

W

O N ST

ST

Rutherford Conservatory

R

S

D O

FS

N

Conservatory Greens

ST

UC Bus Loop

ANNU C H R IS

R

IN

D

E

G

LN

R D

E

EE

R

ST

G LN

Federal Building

GR

N

N

N

LN

RA

ER

EE

O

G

SH

EV

AXEL

R

ER

E

U

TH

G

EV

TI

SO

Hagen Aqualab

D

TO

N

S

R

IN

Dairy Barn

EY

LD

LK O

C R

O

A W

ALEX

G

M

CAF

Mountain Hall

O

G

Y RA

HUTT

G

C

V IL

THRN

Brass Taps Summerlee Science Complex (SSC)

N

DR

GRHM

BIO Bio Control Building

ECB

O N ST

The Gryphon Statue

O ST

McLaughlin Library – University of Guelph’s Library Mountain Dining Hall - Located in South Residence OVC - Ontario Veterinary College PAHL - OVC Pathobiology Prairie Dining Hall - Located in South Residence REYN - Reynolds Building RICH - Richards Building ROZH - Rozanski Hall SSC - Summerlee Science Complex South Residences - Includes Maritime/Prairie/Mountain THRN - Albert A. Thornbrough Building UC - University Centre WMEM - War Memorial Hall ZAV - Zavitz Art Gallery

N

E

R

D

E

LEGEND

W

D

GRHM - Graham Hall HUTT - H.L. Hutt Building Johnston Hall – Residence Building LA - Landscape Architecture Building LA Pit - Eating area located in Lennox/Addington Lambton - Residence building Lennox/Addington - Residence building MAC/Macdonald Hall - Residence building MACK - MacKinnon Building MACN - MacNaughton MACS - Macdonald Stewart Hall MASS - Massey Hall MCLN - J.D. MacLachlan Mills Hall - Residence building MINS - Macdonald Institute

U

D

R

ANNU - Animal Science & Nutrition ALEX - Alexander Hall ARB - Arboretum Centre AXEL - Axelrod BIO - Biodiversity Institute of Ontario The Bullring- On-campus living room and coffee shop BWH - Blackwood Hall CAF - Central Animal Facility Cannon, the - Also known as Old Jeremiah Creelman Hall - Marketplace-style eating CRSC - Crop Science DH - Day Hall East Residences - Suite-style East Village - Townhouses ECB - Edmund C. Bovey Building FS - Food Science

SO

R

R

O

EST. 1951

TH

IN

G

G

Plant Growth Facilities Building

CAMPUS ABBREVIATIONS

E

Prairie Hall UC

PAHL

M

TR

Raithby McLaughlin Library House The Cannon

G

O

EG

W

LN

G

C

LL

E

E

ROZH

DH

MASS

Gryphon Centre

SE

MACK

U

LK

Johnston Green

Tim Hortons

H

The Begging Bear

A

BWH

LK

R

N

WMEM

A IW

W.F. Mitchell Athletics Centre

Co-op & Career Services

PO

O

Art Gallery of Guelph

Second Cup

AV

Child Care and Learning Centr

ST

Gryphon Fieldhouse

Maids Hall

MAC Creelman Hall

M AC

LU

A IW

EA

LN

MINS

MACS

East Residences

Alumni Stadium

Gryphons Football Pavilion

LA Pit PJ’s

E

D

C

E

E

R

Lennox/Addington

G LE

AV

G

Lambton Hall

LN

IN

N

R

ER

O

ST

IV

TY

W AT S

EA

U

N

SI

AV

Watson Hall

E

E

Arboretum East Village

s

Alumni House

A

R

d re

B

O

R

ET

U

M

R

D

Gryphon Soccer Complex

EA ST R IN

SPEE

G R D

Woolwich Arrow

Baker Street Station

LN

WO

OL WI

Red Brick Café

O LW

ST

G L AS

ICH

DH

EL

AM

AP

DOU

YN

CH

Sleeman Centre

The Boardroom

ST

LN

IN

The Works

Hungry Ninja

N

BA K E R

U

R

D

T UTH S

SO

TH

R

ST

My Kitty Café

YA R M O

l

G

River Run Centre

WO

Maritime Hall

E

CH

ST

O

Guelph Concert Theatre

W

ER

H

U

SE

Diana Downtown

D RIV ER

Buon Gusto

Sip Club

Old Quebec St Mall

ST

AM ST

Khronos Gauntlet

Smoke’s Poutine

EE N D R

The Common

NO

N TA WY

AM

N

T

SO

KS

UH

AR

ST

FA R Q

TRANSIT Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate Farmer’s Market

FR

ES

Harvey’s

DOWNTOWN GUELPH

NDH

City Hall

IL

OL

W

RF

Guelph Civic Museum

Atmosphere ST N E R D Market Square CA

FO U

R

A

N

39 Carden Street

ST

IN S TE

Planet Bean

N TA

G

M

O CD

GO Terminal

FO U

ER

CO

W

L EL

ST

DSTRCT Royal Electric

AR

Frank&Stein’s La Reina

E

TE SSt K k r oR CCO

Albion Hotel ST

N Pierre’s DE R Poutine A C Greyhound Bus Terminal Cornerstone

McCabe’s

Jimmy Jazz

RK

Guelph Bus Terminal ST

UH

H

N

FA R Q

E

RC

M

O

Balzac’s

N

S T Trappers/ Palace

HF

IEL

IN S TE

M

CH

ST

U

The Making-Box

LN

D AC

L EL

ST

M CO

I RC

AL

N

Janus Books

Western Hotel

O

NEEVE

Bobby O’Brien’s

DH

Marketfresh

T

EV

UNIVERSIT Y OF GUELPH CAMPUS

YN

Bookshelf/eBar Miijidaa

KS

E

Q

T EC S UEB

OL

D

Penny Whistle

RF

R

Guelph Public Library

NO

S

TO

N

E

Pablo’s/ Doogie’s

W

South Residences

M

D AC

L EL

DS T

GORDON

ST

ST S

ST

ST

26

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

ABORIGINAL RESOURCE CENTRE

CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION & CAREER SERVICES

GUELPH BLACK STUDENT ASSOCIATION

MULTI-FAITH RESOURCE TEAM

t https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/ organization/ARC  arc.desk@uoguelph.ca  (519) 824-4120 x58074  @uofgstudentexp  @UofGStudentExp ARC provides a warm and caring environment that is open to everyone. ARC works to increase the representation and success of Aboriginal cultures and heritage within the campus community.

 https://www.recruitguelph.ca/cecs/  recruit@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 ext. 52323  &  @RecruitGuelph CECS is an essential on-campus resource for students and alumni. It provides guidance through programs and services to help you achieve your career potential.

CECS offers assistance at all stages of the job search process from building the perfect résumé, performing a stellar interview, to accepting job offers.

 https://uoguelph.campuslabs.ca/ engage/organization/gbsa  munford@uoguelph.ca  @guelphblackstudents  @gbsa__ The GBSA — formerly known as C.J. Munford Centre — is a resource center for diverse and minority students at the University of Guelph. The GBSA is a volunteer-driven organization for underrepresented students, but is open to all campus and community members who are interested in learning about issues related to students of colour.

 https://studentlife.uoguelph.ca/ community/multi-faith/mfrt  faith@uoguelph.ca  Multi Faith The Multi-Faith Resource Team is comprised of communities from a number of different faiths, all working together to meet the religious and spiritual needs of the University community. The MFRT is committed to promoting friendliness, religious understanding, harmony in diversity, and spiritual growth on campus.

ARCH (HIV/AIDS RESOURCES & COMMUNITY HEALTH)

COUNSELLING SERVICES

GUELPH RESOURCE CENTRE FOR GENDER EMPOWERMENT AND DIVERSITY

OFF-CAMPUS LIVING

 https://www.archguelph.ca/  education@archguelph.ca  1-800-282-4505  &  @ARCHGuelph ARCH provides anti-oppressive, sex-positive, inclusive care, treatment, and prevention services in the area of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted blood-borne infections through innovative health promotion strategies and community engagement.

 https://wellness.uoguelph.ca/ counselling/  counsell@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 x53244 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 8:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

Walk-In Service Monday-Friday as follows: Fall and Winter: 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Summer: 2:00pm-3:30pm Offers individual counselling sessions to help support students as they work through the personal challenges that impair their ability to succeed at school and in other areas of their lives.

 http://grcged.com  519-824-4120 ext. 58559  &  @grcged GRCGED is a student-funded, collectively-run resource centre for people of all or no genders. They advocate anti-oppression issues within a feminist framework, recog nizing that issues of gendered oppression consist of struggles against all systems of domination.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

DIVERSITY & HUMAN RIGHTS

HEALTH & PERFORMANCE CENTRE

 https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/ organization/cegc  jdoner@uoguelph.ca  (519) 824-4120 x52782  @uofgstudentexp  @UofGStudentExp CECG fosters leadership and social change through active collaboration and meaningful learning experiences. This organization challenges students to imagine what is possible, to seize opportunities to deepen their learning, and to affect individual and collective transformation as active, global citizens.

 https://www.uoguelph.ca/diversityhuman-rights/  dhrinfo@uoguelph.ca  519-824-4120 x53000  & T  @GuelphDHR The role of the Office of Diversity and Human Rights is to help maintain an environment within which all persons, regardless of their personal characteristics, feel that they are treated with dignity and respect. The DHR’s staff, together with a large number of interested University community members, work toward meeting the University of Guelph’s standard of protecting human rights.

 https://www.uoguelph.ca/hpc/about-hpc  hpc@uoguelph.ca  519-767-5011 (reception ext 1) or ext 53039 on campus  University of Guelph - Health and Performance Centre  @HPChotline HPC offers a wide range of diagnostic, rehabilitation, and health promotion services, including physiotherapy, massage therapy, chiropractic therapy, and sports medicine. The services are offered on a fee for service basis — many are covered by the student health plan.

See page 23 for more resources

 https://gryphlife.uoguelph.ca/ organization/OCL  ocl@uoguelph.ca  (519) 824-4120 x56276  @UofGStudentExp OCL works closely with students, residents, City staff, landlords, and city councillors to help facilitate communication and to ease the way for students who live in Guelph.

They also provide a range of programs and services to support students in making the transition to off-campus living, in navigating new relationships with landlords, housemates and neighbours, and — through the Information Desk — finding their way on campus and in the local community.

Pull me out!

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

L G B T Q Q I P

27

Sexuality is a Spectrum

ESBIAN

LEARNING THESE TERMS MAY MAKE YOU A BETTER ALLY TA S H A FA LC O N E R

AY

ISEXUAL

RANS

UEER

UESTIONING

NTERSEX

THERE ARE MANY different aspects to sexuality including gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, and sex assigned at birth. Familiarizing yourself with and acknowledging the validity of these terms may help you to make your peers feel more welcome.

Gender identity is an internal awareness of gender. This may or may not align with the sex assigned to an individual at birth.

Cisgender, transgender, and nonbinary are a few common examples of gender identity.

Gender expression is how people present themselves outwardly.

Examples of this include the way folks may dress, speak, or the pronouns they utilize.

Sexual orientation refers to who someone is sexually attracted to.

Romantic orientation refers to who someone can be romantically attracted to.

Sex assigned at birth refers to the sex (male or female) someone is assigned at birth, based on their genitals. However, not everyone is born with non-ambiguous genitalia.

Many terms in the sexuality spectrum are included in the acronym LGBTQQIP2SA+. These terms, however, are used in many different ways to fit many different experiences. Therefore, these are just suggestions on ways these terms are often used.

LESBIAN: a person, who is not a man, who is attracted to women.

GAY: refers to a person who is attracted to someone of the same gender. Many folks within the LGBTQ+ community use this as an umbrella term for LGBTQ+ identities or as a synonym for “queer.”

ANSEXUAL

2S

A +

| G U E LPH 101

PIRIT

BISEXUAL: someone attracted to two or more genders.

TRANS: an umbrella term that describes a person whose gender does not match the expectations associated with the sex assigned to that person at birth.

QUEER is a broader umbrella term for people who identify as having a sexual or romantic identity or gender that is historically or presently marginalized.

QUESTIONING refers to someone who is questioning their gender, sexual, or romantic orientation.

INTERSEX: someone born without a defined penis, vagina, uterus, or other traditionally gendered physical features. These folks may choose not to identify as LGBTQ+.

PANSEXUAL: someone who is attracted to any gender.

TWO-SPIRIT: According to the the Two-Spirit Society of Denver as found on the Native Youth Sexual Health Network website: “The term Two-Spirit refers to another gender role believed to be common among most, if not all, first peoples of Turtle Island (North America), one that had a proper and accepted place within indigenous societies.

This acceptance was rooted in the spiritual teachings that say all life is sacred and that the Creator must have a reason for making someone different. This gender role was not based in sexual activities or practices, but rather the sacredness that comes from being different. This definition is not meant to replace cultural and traditional teachings, which speak to this role. It is intended to find common ground and to help educate in a contemporary context.”

The resource cited was recommended to The Ontarion by Cara Wehkamp, special advisor to the Provost on Aboriginal initiatives.

ASEXUAL: someone who experiences sexual attraction rarely, never, or only under specific conditions.

AROMANTIC: someone who experiences romantic attraction rarely, never, or only under specific conditions.

ALLIES refer to people who take the time to try understanding the issues faced by and offer support to people of traditionally marginalized genders and sexual/romantic identities. Allies are a person not within a group of specific marginalization, who actively support and aid the specific group. For example: A cis female lesbian can be an ally to trans people.

There can be a dif ference between how people feel, identify, and act. This does not mean you have the right to label them differently. It is important to respect the labels that people choose to use.

There are many supports on campus and in Guelph for those who may be think ing about coming out or exploring and better understanding their sexuality. OUTline is a resource relating to sexual orientation and gender identity; they have an online chat (uogoutline.ca) as well.

M A N Y O R G A N I Z AT I O N S O N CAMPUS AIM TO INCLUDE THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY AND CREATE SAFER SPACES, INCLUDING:

• Guelph Queer Equality (GQE) — UC 270 • Queer and Trans People of Colour (QTPOC), which is made of representatives from GQE, GRCGED, and GBSA — QTPOC@uoguelph.ca • Guelph Resource Centre for Gender Empowerment and Diversity (GRCGED) — UC 107 • EngiQueers THERE ARE ALSO MANY GROUPS THAT EDUCATE AND PROVIDE RESOURCES, INCLUDING:

• NAKED (by the Wellness Education Centre) • Student Help and Advocacy Centre • Out on the Shelf • ARCH as a trans and non-binary resource

This article was created in consultation with members from the GQE collective.

PLUS CREDIT: FRANCES ESENWA

CREDIT: FLICKR

SEXUAL

28

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Introduction to stretching: Are you breaking your back studying?

THREE POSTURE STRETCHES TO HELP YOU SURVIVE THE SCHOOL YEAR |

ANDRE W ENG L ANDER

PHOTOS BY: MIRALI ALMAULA Physiotherapist Andrew Englander shows the proper form for three stretches that are sure to help your posture: the cat/camel, the doorframe, and the cobra.

THESE THREE BASIC STRETCHES will get your posture straight A’s. Keep in mind that stretches should be tailored to one’s individual needs. If you have any pain or discomfort during any of these stretches, stop and see a health care professional.

1. CAT/CAMEL STRETCH Target area: Thoracic spine How it’s done: Both parts of this stretch are done on your hands and knees.

Part one: Arch your back.

Part two: Try to press your chest

towards the floor so that you are making a “U” with your back.

Repeat parts one and two so that your back moves through a full range of motion.

Try this exercise two times a day doing 10 to 15 repetitions.

Why it’s helpful: During the course of the day you tend to lean your shoulders forward and hunch your back. Over time the middle of your back can become sore because it is hunched over. This exercise is fantastic for getting rid of the soreness in the mid-back.

2. DOOR FRAME STRETCH Target area: Chest How it’s done: Bend your arm at a 90-degree angle and place your forearm against a doorframe. Lean forward until you feel a stretch at the front of your shoulder.

Try this exercise twice a day per side, holding for 30 seconds.

Why it’s helpful: You spend most of the day focused on work that is in front of you — often with your shoulders slouched forward.

It is important to stretch out your

chest, which has a tendency to become tight. Over time, that tightness pulls on your back muscles and causes them to be sore.

3. COBRA STRETCH Target area: The entire spine How it’s done: Lay flat on the floor, press your hips down, and then slowly push into the floor with your hands. Arch your back until you feel a stretch.

Do two sets of this exercise, twice a day, holding for 20 seconds.

Why it’s helpful: If you have been sitting all day or looking at a

Exams are hard.

Taking care of your car shouldn’t be.

STUDENT DISCOUNT

10% OFF * ALL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS Find us down the street at

228 Woolwich Street, Guelph (519) 823-5360 • speedy.com *See manager for details. Valid student ID must be presented at time of vehicle drop off. Valid only at the location listed above. No cash value and cannot be combined with any other offer. Code STU10%. ®Registered trademarks of Prime CarCare Group Inc

screen in front of you, your neck or lower back might get sore. One of the reasons they will get sore is from being stuck in one position during the day. By performing this stretch at the end of the day or midway through the day it gives your neck and lower back a break from sitting. n

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

29

Racism Exists On Our Campus and In Our City UNDERSTANDING HATE SPEECH AND WORKING TOWARDS A BETTER FUTURE WILL WELLINGTON

IN 2015, black st udent s at Guelph, acting in solidarity with protestors at the University of Missouri, Yale University, and across North America rallied to protest racism on campus, in the community, and across Western society.

The Facebook event for that pr ot e s t (“ Black on Ca mpu s Guelph: Solidarity Action with Mizzou and Yale”) — easily found through the Guelph Black Student Association Facebook page — provides a valuable document about bigotry in Guelph and the resistance to it.

A t t he t i me , ma ny blac k students shared personal experiences of racism using the hashtag #BlackOnCampusGuelph. Organizers also posted screenshots of some of the more vicious online responses to video of the protest, which was shared on sites like LiveLeak.

While it is tempting to chalk these comments up to the poisonous discourse of certain online communities, they highlight the hatred that plagues people of colour in our society.

SLURS AND SLIGHTS One of the #BlackOnCampusGuelph posts states, “Having to see that stupid email at the beginning of [the] school year.”

In the coming months, in what feels like a sordid tradition, Guelph students may receive “that stupid email” from the President of the University noting that some sort of hate activity has occurred on campus.

Although hazily detailed, these incidents presumably involve hate speech and slurs, which may reflect the tendency among young white people to toss around racist terms like any other curse words.

Whether slurs are spoken with truly hateful intent or merely a careless will to provoke makes no difference.

Slurs may sometimes be positively reclaimed by the people they disparage, but when used by anybody else, they are simply hurtful and destructive.

Incidents of hate speech most dramatically highlight the progress yet to be made. But the problem of racism goes deeper.

Gabriel Broderick, who graduated from U of G in 2016, took part in the 2015 protest.

“A lot of the racism I encountered at Guelph was subtle and passive,” said Broderick. “Comments, sometimes directed at my intelligence, sometimes directed at the part of Toronto I was from, and sometimes directed at me being a former athlete.”

PROVIDED BY GABRIEL BRODERICK Gabriel Broderick (left) and Eitan Gallant (right) pose for the camera.

“A lot of the racism I encountered at Guelph was subtle and passive.”

“Being told, after I mentioned I was double majoring in two social sciences, ‘Well, I wouldn’t expect someone like yourself to be able to handle a hard science.’

The form it often took was what I would call ‘the covert liberal’ brand of racism — ‘I’m not racist, but…’ — which I all too often heard echoed from other students of colour I worked with over the years,” said Broderick.

Broderick’s comments highlight the complexity of the issue. A majority-white culture reinforces racial inequality unconsciously — and studies show even individuals or organizations explicitly dedicated to inclusion and diversity may unknowingly discriminate.

Almost no one willingly identifies as a bigot, but toxic racial stereotypes shape impulses and behaviours. Microaggressions

— like touching someone’s hair or asking “But where are you really from?” — subtly alienate and demean people of colour.

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC While we still need to work hard to eliminate slurs from our vocabularies and slights from our behaviour, there are reasons to be cautiously optimistic about progress at the University.

Shortly after the 2015 protestors presented the administration with their demands, Provost Charlotte Yates issued a letter detailing the University’s response. That letter is not readily available online, but a subsequent study entitled “Supporting the Needs of Black Students at the University of Guelph” appeared in May 2016, recommending such measures as “on-going diversity and inclusion

programming” and “a new strategy for communicating with the campus community when hate activities occur.”

In April 2017, the University released a document outlining their inclusion framework, which is entitled “Fostering a Culture of Inclusion at the University of Guelph” — this document streng thens the institution’s commitment to addressing these issues.

Broderick, who completed literature reviews for the 2016 report, also described a gradual shift in campus climate. “ When I started I and the few other black students would joke that we all knew each other either directly or indirectly.

But as I progressed throughout my four years, there was a subtle increase in the diversity of

students both domestic and international. It got to the point where the same group of friends would joke that we found a new person of colour every day on campus,” said Broderick.

“Black on Campus Guelph” also had something of its intended effect.

“It took a somewhat aggressive protest to get people to listen. But I literally saw the conversation begin to form. Actual change, albeit painfully incremental.

Great people who legitimately did not know or fully understand there was a problem actually wanted to help solve it,” said Broderick.

When asked about the University’s initiatives, Broderick replied: “Is it ideal? Of course not. But there are steps being made and planned for the future, which is more tha n ca n be said for many other Canadian institutions.”

For more information on the Guelph Black Student A ssociation, please see the student resource guide on pages 23 and 26 of this issue. n

30

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Understanding Microaggressions, A Subtler Form of Racism STOCK FOOTAGE FOR SELF-REFLECTION M AT T E O C I M E L L A R O

RACISM EXISTS on our campus and in our city. To risk being grand and philosophical, it exists deep within our consciousness.

For simple yet complex reasons it festers in all of us — waiting to seep through unintended yet naive and harmful jokes, presumptions, and discourses (those of the res party variety included). When left unchecked racism corrupts our thoughts, actions, and daily interactions with the community around us in ways that polarize and fracture our worldviews.

We need to consciously and carefully build bridges, or threaten to passively stare and shout at (and only those that are within) the walls that erect around us.

These are our formative years as young adults and we need to capitalize on the opportunity to not simply grow as an intellectual and professional, but as a moral agent as well.

This is the time to learn from your mistakes and strive to do better.

THE HISTORY OF MICROAGGRESSIONS

The term microaggression was coined by Harvard psychologist Chester Middlebrook Pierce in the 1970s.

For Pierce, microaggressions are not violent and crippling overt acts of racism, but are “subtle and stunning,” so much so that the “complications [microaggressions] cause can be appreciated only when one considers that these subtle blows are delivered incessantly.” One microaggression can be shrugged off as harmless; the culmination throughout a lifetime (or even a day) is almost unfathomable.

In the ’70s, when Pierce is writing, the civil rights movement had turned militant. Both Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. had been assassinated, and King’s utopic vision of the hand-in-hand racial politics that ended Jim Crow evolved into a Malcolm X defiance within the Black Power movement.

Jim Crow was dead, but a new sinister racism emerged: one that opted for an integrated and implicit belittling barrage on the psyche of marginalized groups instead of explicit racism.

Empowerment and self-educated marginalized communities rose to battle against the next era in the war on the black psyche.

Now this new form of racism has become pervasive and affective on all marginalized people, albeit in different and nuanced forms. In short, structural racism begets a racist attitude, but perhaps with practice, we can recondition ourselves.

STUDYING STOCK FOOTAGE FOR MORAL EMPOWERMENT

In his essay, Pierce studies a football team’s practice to discern parallels in modern life. “Offensive mechanisms” is a nod to the parallels between how our culture’s racist presumptions that offend consistently become normalized and unchecked, and how continual bad form can lead to unconscious habits on the football field.

Pierce, when watching with the coach a head-to-head skirmish between a center and a middle guard (defensive tackle), notices the head coach is able to detect a fullback executing his assignment poorly. When asked how he knows, the coach answered: “I look at where he was and I knew what

must’ve happened.”

The coach is able to call out and eradicate the bad behaviour before it becomes unruly and unmitigated. It is necessary that we do the same before our own behaviour becomes a bigger problem.

When you touch someone’s hair like it is something in a museum, or when you jokingly

assume someone speaks Mandarin because you think they’re Chinese

(when in fact they’re Vietnamese), or when you ask questions with the presumption that the person is somehow a delegate for their specific race, you reduce the individual to their body, a body that signifies all racist presumptions pulsating through the culture.

I know these things personally because I’ve said these things, I’ve done these things, and I’m deeply ashamed of them. I think about these actions as learning experiences, like a film to study or a bad execution of a play in

STUDENTS PLAY

INTRAMURALS for free!

*Fulltime U of G student teams get access football that damages my ability as a human being.

I am also part Cree and I know the inverse, the hand on mouth, the white guy wearing a fake war bonnet and fake hide, the jokes about thieving and drinking Natives. It hurts.

Call out your friends if you see this behaviour. But what I’m really asking is to call out yourself. Become your own coach in this human experience thing. Recognize a mistake by the end result, whether that is an explicit “that’s not cool,” or a change in body language of who you talk to, or touch the hair of.

Be sensitive and care for one another’s stories. Take up (and with deeply interested care) in listening about the cultural and personal histories of your fellow Guelphites and Gryphons. For that is something that a university degree can truly do to enrich your life. n

to intramural programming - you just pay a refundable bond* to register your team!

Solo? Register as a Free Agent starting at $12/sport/semester

gryphons.ca/intramurals

REGISTRATION DATES: Fall: Sept. 9 - 13, 2019 Winter: Nov. 25, 2019 - Jan.7, 2020

guelphgryphonintramurals

*Bonds are subject to default fines and penalties

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

How to Decorate your Dorm Room MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME J E N N I F E R A L B AY

Although most student housing situations are temporary, that doesn’t mean you can’t customize your living space to better suit your tastes. Temporary doesn’t have to be synonymous with boring. Strategically placing posters to cover blank walls and putting a couple of houseplants by your window can add a lot of personality to what would otherwise be a dull room. However, there are a few things you should be aware of before you decorate your space. Knowing about the following can help you save money instead of spending money on repairs.

If you are living in residence, the $500 deposit that was made during your residence application not only reserves a place for you on campus, but also functions as a fund to cover the cost of damage and repairs done to your room during your stay. The university keeps track of the state of residence rooms through a room inventory form that is provided when you check-in during move-in day. You won’t be reimbursed for the deposit at the end of the year if do not you leave the room in the

same condition that you found it, so it’s important to fill this form out and list anything that is already damaged.

If you are living off-campus, there will be many more opportunities for personalizing your living space. Most student houses are generally more lenient in terms of decorating, although, you should be careful about making too many changes or any major renovations without asking your landlord first.

Check what is or isn’t allowed in your tenant contract before you do any painting or nail any artwork and fixtures to the walls.

Regardless of whether you are living in residence or off-campus, here are a few additional miscellaneous tips to consider when decorating your temporary space.

Use masking tape when putting up various posters and pictures.

Unlike transparent Scotch tape or duct tape, masking tape is less likely to leave behind a sticky residue or peel off paint. For wall tapestries, flags, or string lights, however, adhesive hooks, white adhesive putty (the

blue can stain light coloured walls), and mounting tape may be better options.

Rearranging your furniture is a good way to change the look of your living space. Just because your desk and bed started off in one corner of your room at the beginning of the school year does not mean that it has to stay that way until the end of the year.

Plan ahead. Figure out what is already provided. Dorm rooms more or less come already furnished with the standard bed, desk, and chair combo. Off-campus student housing usually leaves the furnishing up to you, although, most landlords may provide you with appliances, and previous tenants may leave behind furniture as well.

What you bring doesn’t necessarily equate to what you’ll be bringing back. Things accumulate over time, so be aware that you will have more stuff to take down and pack away come move out day than you initially brought.

Take advantage of the ability to customize your space as much as you can. While keeping your room clean and organized is important, it is vital to feel like your room is a space that you’ve created—a space that fits your individual needs. n

Looking to get involved with a non-profit organization?

VOLUNTEER FOR THE ONTARION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Contact Josh at jmillen@theontarion.com for more information.

EST. 1951

We want to help you succeed (and graduate)!

Get to know your Program Counsellor, Faculty Advisor(s) & the Undergraduate Academic Information Centre (UAIC)

Visit www.uoguelph.ca/uaic for more information and specifc contact information

31

32

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

HOW TO JUGGLE YOUR SOCIAL LIFE, WORK, AND SCHOOL OR, BALANCING YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES LIKE A PRO S I E R R A PAQ U E T T E - S T R U G E R

IT CAN BE DIFFICULT to make the transition from high school, living at home, and maybe having a part-time job to university with its myriad opportunities for fun, work, and study.

It is important to set goals and know what you want out of your university life to get the most out of it.

ARE YOU PLANNING TO FOCUS ON SCHOOL?

Start slow, plan a few hours of studying during the first week or so, and gradually add to that sum as you see fit.

DO YOU WANT TO MEET PEOPLE AND MAKE FRIENDS?

Joining clubs or intramural teams are great ways of having scheduled times to interact with your peers. If you’d rather a more homegrown approach, you could try organizing a movie night with your friends or a group study period every week.

ARE YOU PLANNING ON WORKING?

If you’re interested in getting a part-time job, there are many employment opportunities in Guelph (especially on campus) that are used to hiring students, so schedule flexibility is a fairly typical thing.

Contrary to what you may think, having a part-time job can be very helpful in time-management. Knowing you have to work Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, means that you only have Tuesday and Friday to work on an assignment. It can help you prioritize your time much more efficiently than merely figuring you can do it at any time because you don’t have anything occupying space on your schedule.

YOU CANNOT OVERESTIMATE HOW HANDY AN UP-TO-DATE SCHEDULE IS.

Your phone has a calendar app, but it can look bogged down with preexisting holiday events programmed in. To keep things a little more sleek and less overwhelming, there are many apps that offer the ability to keep track of your classes, assignments, work schedule, and even gym routine. Pocket Schedule, The Timetable, and Calendars are all highly-rated apps available to keep your time management smooth and organized.

If you’re more of a Luddite, you can use

a personal planner, such as the free one given out by the CSA during Orientation Week. Bump up your organization game with colour-coded sticky notes and highlighters in your agenda.

Another great option is a large whiteboard wall calendar. You can see either the month or the entire semester at a glance and add, change, or erase things as the month goes on. These calendars are great for keeping track of due dates.

If you have a part-time job, it is a good idea to keep your availability as up-todate as possible. If midterms are coming up, change your schedule accordingly. If Fridays are big nights for you, try to compromise with your employer by agreeing to work Friday afternoon or other weekend days. Employers of typical part-time jobs (i.e. retail, serving, etc.) are usually pretty understanding because they’re used to the nebulous schedules of students. If that fails, requesting a day off several weeks in advance is almost never rejected.

PLEASE, ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED IT.

Glasses for classes!

Be sure to have a support system. Even if it’s a friend from home, your parents, or your roommate. It’s okay to feel stressed or upset every once in a while, but don’t let it simmer for too long. It is absolutely okay to lean on others.

DON’T FORGET TO CUT YOURSELF SOME SLACK!

Were you late to a shift? Feel like you’ve been neglecting a friend? People understand. If you are overwhelmed by the many aspects of your life, please, take it easy on yourself. Understand that life is full of mistakes. Take a breath, have a snack, and keep going.

Finally, you cannot undervalue time spent on and for yourself. Don’t be afraid to block off chunks of time to focus on yourself, your hobbies, your favourite shows. Get a good night’s sleep and eat healthy meals, keep your body running as efficiently as it can. It is important to give yourself time to recharge, otherwise, despite all the time management in the world, you won’t be in top shape to accomplish the many things you’re capable of. n

Contact Lenses • Sunglasses • Eyeglasses

Eye Exams On Site • New Promos

Use Your $120 Coverage Here ATTN Students, Staff & Faculty: Save time with our direct insurance billing

• UC - Level 1 • 519.824.4120x56620 • ucvision@rogers.com

Your University password should be different from all others. We will never ask you for it and you should never share it.

Find out more at infosec.uoguelph.ca

@uofgccs

Student Nutrition Awareness Program Your on-campus nutrition resource!

Run by 2 Senior Applied Human Nutrition Students

Nicole VanderWindt SNAP Coordinator

Yumi Chow

Assistant Coordinator

Follow us for on-campus news & updates!

Hospitality Services Ombudsperson Taylor Edwards

Food-related questions or concerns?

Contact us!

I am your student link to Hospitality Services!

Comments, Questions or Concerns? Ask Me!

ombud@uoguelph.ca

snap@uoguelph.ca 519-824-4210 x 52249

34

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Adulting 101: How to Be Handy and DIY Around the House A QUICK GUIDE TO DOING THE BASICS AT HOME MARIAH BRIDGEMAN

1. Turn

off the switch or the main circuit breaker if you are unsure if there is still power running to the switch.

Note: Every house has a circuit breaker or fuse box; it is usually found in the basement or closet in a rectangular metal casing.

Most circuit breaker switches will be labelled with which room they run power to; however, to be on the safe side you can turn off the power to the entire house.

2. Tell

your roommates that you will need to turn the power off for a few minutes.

3. After you have killed the power, let the light source cool before you touch it.

4. Use a stepladder or a sturdy chair if needed to reach the light (and make sure you use a spotter).

5. Unscrewing the light bulb is normally done by turning the bulb four or five full rotations to the left (or counter-clockwise)

until it loosens and pops out.

6. Get a new light bulb that is the correct wattage. To find the wattage see the light fixture, it should be marked on it.

7. Screw in the new bulb by turning it all the way to the right (or clockwise) until it is securely in place.

8. Turn the power back on when you are done.

9. Let there be light.

HOW TO CHANGE A BROKEN LIGHT BULB 1. Follow

steps one through four, above.

2. Use eye protection and thick gloves.

3. Place a plastic bag over the broken bulb and then cover it with a towel. Holding the towel against the bulb, turn the bulb to the left until it pops out.

4. If the light bulb breaks off completely you will still need to remove the metal piece stuck in the socket. Absolutely make sure that the power is off before continuing.

5. Using

half a raw potato, firmly press the cut side against the light socket and begin twisting counter-clockwise. The potato should grip on to the metal piece and remove it.

6. Follow steps six through nine, above.

UNCLOGGING A DRAIN LIKE IT’S AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VOLCANO

While it’s easy to go out and purchase hard chemicals, that should be a last resort. When you first notice a problem try this more ecofriendly drain cleaner; it works for most clogged drains.

1. Pour a kettle full of boiling water down the drain.

2. Pour half a cup of baking soda down the drain.

3. Pour one cup of white vinegar down the drain and then cover the drain, if possible.

4. Wait about ten minutes and then pour another kettle full of boiling water down the drain.

DIY ESSENTIALS AROUND THE HOUSE: SQUEAKY DOOR

• Run hand soap or cooking oil over door hinges.

• Keep applying on both sides until the squeak is gone.

SQUEAKY FLOOR

• Pour baby powder on hardwood floor.

• Sweep into floor cracks

@THEONTARION

HOW TO CHANGE A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB

REMOVING NAIL/PIN HOLES

• Get a crayon that is the same colour as the paint.

• Rub the crayon over the hole to fill it in.

• Buff off remaining crayon if needed.

SCUFF MARKS

• Remove scuff marks on the floor with an eraser. n

Student Discount Days Save 10% every Tuesday and Thursday!

Some exclusions apply, must show valid student card.

Spend more time studying and less time in line...

Order online and then grab and go with self-serve pickup from our temperature-controlled lockers.

Or get the full VIP experience by pulling into a reserved parking spot and we’ll load your order right into your car!

Saturdays and Sundays all checkout lanes are open from 10am-6pm PC Optimum accepted here.

160 Kortright Road W. Open daily 7am-11pm

Check online for holiday hours

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

35

How to Do Your Own Laundry (for the very first time) WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE, HOPEFULLY THIS MAKES IT SLIGHTLY LESS EMBARRASSING AND ANXIETY-RIDDEN S TO RY BY H E AT H E R G I L M O R E | G R A P H I C S BY T I F FA N Y AG L I A N I

WHEN YOU FIRST MOVE out there are a lot of changes to get used to. You have to make your own meals, remind yourself to study, and learn to go to bed at a good hour. Doing your own laundry can be one of the hardest and most daunting things to adapt to doing. By following these instructions you can avoid some terrible laundry mishaps and prevent yourself from ruining your favourite skirt or only dress shirt.

CHECK LABELS

Each item in your hamper has a label on it that tells you its washing requirements. It might need cold water, be dry clean only, or must be hung to dry, but you won’t know until you look.

IRON GARMENT

EMPTY YOUR POCKETS

WORK THOSE STAINS OUT

This stage is very important as it is the easiest to forget.

Make sure you treat any stains with a stain remover, or a bit of your detergent, before you wash the item and be sure that your stain remover suits your fabric (don’t use something with bleach in it for colours).

SORT IT OUT

You should sort your laundry by colour and materials. Separate towels and sheets from lightweight items — don’t wash your jeans with your satin top. Separate loads into whites, so that you can bleach them, and colours (don’t bleach colours). Don’t put garments that have hooks or clasps on them, in with things that are lacy or knit wool (unless you want it to catch on those threads in the wash).

HAND WASH

ADD DETERGENT TO WATER (NOT FABRIC SOFTENER)

Put the laundry detergent into the washer first (preferably while it’s still filling with water), so it mixes in evenly and prevents your clothes from getting detergent residue on them. Place fabric softener in a reservoir — machines vary, so look for the spot that says fabric softener.

MACHINE WASH NORMAL

PICK THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE

washing it again to get the stain out before drying.

Pick your water temperature (cold is generally acceptable and better for the environment, but if you have something with body oil in it like sheets you might need hot water). Double check your labels and detergent requirements to be sure it’s suitable.

DRY, BUT HOW?

PULL OUT YOUR CLOTHES

When the washer is done don’t forget to take your clothes out right away or they may start to smell like mildew; setting an alarm on your phone helps.

Set the dryer to the correct temperature and setting, normal and medium heat are usually acceptable unless the label says otherwise, and remove items promptly once they’re dry to fold or hang. For more delicate clothing, it’s better to avoid the dryer all together and hang to air dry.

Laundry is much easier than it seemed when you were younger and practice makes perfect! n

STAIN CHECK

Make sure your previously stained garments do not have stains on them anymore, if you put something stained in the dryer it can help it to set and be harder to get out. Try scrubbing at it and

BLEACH

TUMBLE DRY

Dealing with Homesickness and Maintaining Relationships WAYS TO COPE WHEN FACING A BIG CHANGE DA N I E L L E S U B J E C T

Homesickness in university is both common and completely normal; in fact, it’s expected. The first day of university is weird, terrifying, and uncomfortable, and filled with hundreds of introductions by hundreds of people that you definitely won’t remember the next day.

After the car is unpacked and your parents say their awkward and emotional goodbyes that secretly make you want to cry and run into their arms, you’re left to fend for yourself for the first time in your life. You realize you miss your family more than you thought you would, especially when you realize you don’t know how to use a thermostat, you can’t find your favourite sweater, and you totally forgot to pack a desk lamp and now you’re stuck doing homework in the dark until you figure out how to bus to Walmart. It’s no wonder that people get homesick.

If you’re homesick, the absolute first thing you need to realize is that everyone around you is also homesick, even if they’re not showing it. You’re not the only one that

was just thrown into a new school and new environment in a matter of minutes. Guaranteed that most of the people you meet are just as nervous as you are.

Creating a routine for yourself is a great way to remain collected in a new environment and to feel settled. This life is your own, so make your new life at uni your own. For example, schedule grocery shopping on the same day every week. How about having a chore day? Are Sundays for laundry and cleaning your dorm? What do you need to do in the morning to get your day started? Coming up with routines can help to normalize an intense situation, such as adjusting to a new life at school.

Get creative. Decorate your new space with photos of friends and family. Hang a few posters (the University Centre poster sale is awesome for this). Unpack your clothes and organize your desk to your liking. Bring a few special items from home that have meaning—I found it helpful to bring along a few old Christmas

cards from my friends. Items that have meaning can act as friendly reminders of the people you care about.

You can also try getting creative with the way you keep in touch with loved ones back home.

Aside from the obvious phone calling, texting, and video chatting, try writing a letter or two.

Writing letters is a lost form of

communication that can be really fun and therapeutic—get someone to act as your pen pal and you’ll have mail to look forward to every week.

When it comes down to it, transitioning into university life is a big step and involves a lot of change. Staying self-aware and paying attention to your needs is important and should be at the

top of every student’s priorities. Do what is best for you, do what you need to feel comfortable, and enjoy your new adventure. n

36

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TWENTY TIPS TO DRINKING LIKE A SMART UNIVERSITY STUDENT BEING RESPONSIBLE IS FUN, ALCOHOL POISONING IS NOT REBECCA THOMPSON

IF YOU ENJOY DRINKING, it’s important to know your limit and stay within it. Know what your tolerance is and what your body and mind can handle.

Not knowing how to drink responsibly can lead to dangerous situations for yourself, your friends and family, and bystanders too.

It is important to make sure you are always in control of the situation and to not let alcohol take control of you.

The following list has some tips for drinking responsibly.

1. Make a game plan for the evening.

2. Spend your time with friends you can trust.

3. Have a buddy system with at least one other friend to keep each other safe.

4. Know your limits before you begin drinking.

5. Plan for how you will get home before you go out drinking: • Do not drink and drive under any circumstances.

• Plan to take a cab, public transportation with a buddy, or have a friend or family member who has not been drinking pick you up.

6. Do not drink illegally: if you’re underage, you should not be drinking.

7. Never drink on an empty stomach; always eat before you begin drinking.

8. Don’t drink if you’re not in a positive frame of mind.

9. If you’re on any prescription medications, check with your doctor before you drink.

10. Stay hydrated. Drink water throughout the day prior to drinking and throughout the night.

11. Always know what is in your drink. Never accept drinks you didn’t see opened or made.

12. Pace yourself: • Most bodies metabolize about one drink per hour.

• Know your body’s limit.

13. Make sure you are comfortable with your surroundings.

14. Don’t g ive in t o peer pressure: • It is okay not to drink at all.

• Keep the same drink in your hand throughout the night so that it appears you are consistently drinking — this can discourage people from bugging you to drink more than you want to drink.

15. If you’re starting to feel drunk, stop drinking.

16. If you have had too much and feel sick, lay on your side in a safe space and make sure you tell your buddy that you’re not feeling well.

17. Never accept a drink from a stranger.

18. Don’t leave your drink unattended.

19. Know your limits while you’re drinking.

20.

HAVE FUN!!!

VOLUNTEER WITH US MEETINGS WEDNESDAYS: 5:30pm UC264

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

37

University is a Time to Sexperiment HOW TO SEX RESPONSIBLY (IF YOU WANT TO SEX AT ALL) S TO RY BY TA S H A FA LC O N E R

POST-SECONDARY is often a time of experimentation, including sexual experimentation. There are many different sexual activities that you can partake in, and it is up to you to choose which ones you want to do or try. Choosing not to partake in any sexual activity is also an option.

Once you have figured out what you want, it is imperative that you communicate it. Communicating about sexual aspects of your life to potential partners, sexual partners, long-term partners, and medical professionals is important to both your sexual health and for a more satisfying sexual life.

SEXUAL COMMUNICATION IS OFTEN SPLIT INTO TWO TYPES: PROTECTION AND PREFERENCE. Protection sexual communication includes: • Discussions of safer sex • Contraceptives

• STI testing • Sexual history Preference sexual communication includes: • Discussions of what you and your partner like or do not like in bed • What turns you or your partner on Both of these t y pes of sexual communication are important to have with every sexual partner. Those who communicate about protection are more likely to use protection, and those who discuss preferences are more likely to have more satisfying sex lives.

KEEP TALKING

Having these discussions before you get into a sexual situation is beneficial as these conversations can be harder when aroused and in the moment. While discussing things beforehand is useful, sexual communication should be a continuous ongoing process.

KEEP GETTING CONSENT

Consent is also a continuously ongoing process. Confirming you have consent during sexual interactions and throughout relationships is imperative to ensure sexual assault does not occur and that the sexual interaction is pleasurable for all involved.

KEEP PRIORITIZING SEXUAL HEALTH

Speaking with medical professionals can help you keep a healthy sexual life.

Discussions with medical professionals can be safer sex conversations, which include protection from STIs and pregnancy, and getting checked for STIs and cancer in the genitals and breasts. n

YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT. DON’t be 2 day-old pizza.

10%

DISCOUNT EVERY TUESDAY

VISIT OUR GUELPH STORE: 24 Clair Road West, Guelph, ON, N1L 0A6

*Must present a valid University of Guelph Student Card and a registered Longo’s Thank You Rewards card to receive 10% off on all items in the store, excludes gift cards, stamps, lottery and alcohol.

5377535_GuelphAd_The Ontario_Aug2018_v1.indd 1

2018-08-21 3:00 PM

EST. 1951

Got something to say?

Wanna try writing something?

Like taking pictures?

Heard of podcasting?

Ever thought of making a documentary?

Maybe a webcomic?

We should talk.

stories@theontarion.com

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

39

Ten Common Health Issues University Students Face HELPFUL TIPS ON WHEN TO VISIT THE DOCTOR (COURTESY OF YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD PHARMACIST) S R DJA N S U C E V I C

THE BEGINNING OF EVERY new semester brings with it health challenges to students. Being away from your family and finding yourself in a new challenging environment leads to a certain degree of stress. This may result in certain health conditions that require various over the counter or prescription medications. It is very important for students to know if their health condition can be resolved by treating it with an over the counter medication from the pharmacy or by visiting a physician at Student Health Services Clinic.

Here are the most common health issues faced by students who visit my pharmacy.

1. COMMON COLD

Colds can usually be treated with over the counter (OTC) medications: lozenges, decongestants, cough suppressants, and antipyretics. See your doctor or visit the student clinic if you have the following symptoms: • A persistent and painful sore throat • Sinus congestion and pain that is persistent • Green or yellow nasal discharge • Cough that does not go away • Any cold symptoms associated with fever lasting longer than two days • High fever (39 degrees Celsius and higher)

order to obtain a prescription for the appropriate antibiotic treatment. Additionally, lozenges, gargles, and throat sprays can be used to reduce pain and discomfort.

3. ALLERGIES

7. SMALL CUTS AND BRUISES

You can find most of the products in the over the counter section of your pharmacy. If a cut becomes infected then a visit to your doctor may be required.

8. DIFFICULTIES IN SLEEPING

Most allergies can be treated by OTC medications (antihistamines). Severe allergy symptoms require a visit to the clinic and can be treated with prescription strength antihistamine formulations.

Minor sleep issues may be treated with over the counter medications and supplements. If insomnia persists, it requires a visit to your doctor.

4. URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS

9. VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS

UTIs are very common among the student population.

This condition almost always requires a visit to the doctor.

Antibiotics are generally required to deal with UTIs. It is of the utmost importance that the entire course of therapy is completed when you are taking antibiotics (do not stop antibiotic treatment halfway because you are feeling better).

Drink lots of fluids to speed up recovery.

Students generally have increased requirements for some vitamins and minerals. Most of them could be found in pharmacies and health food stores. Although many dietary supplements come from natural sources, “natural” does not necessarily mean “safe.” Please consult your pharmacist when purchasing supplements such as: St. John’s Wort, Melatonin, Omega-3, and probiotics.

5. COLD SORES

10. ACNE

This condition is caused by the herpes virus. It can be treated with some OTC medications. For the best results, your doctor can prescribe an anti-viral medication that is usually taken for one day only.

Acne is very common in the student population. Most cases of acne are caused by changes in the hormonal system.

There are limited over the counter options in treating acne, but they work mostly in milder cases. Generally, these products are based on benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. For any persistent or moderate to severe issues with acne please see a physician, who can refer you to a dermatologist. n

2. STREP THROAT

6. ACHES AND PAIN

Strep is characterized by a persistently sore throat, difficulties in swallowing, and (sometimes) mild to moderate fever. This condition always requires a visit to the doctor in

Most commonly treated with OTC medications such as Tylenol, Advil, Naproxen Sodium as well as topical preparations, such as gels and patches.

Help us

the fake news.

Volunteer with The Ontarion!

Contact Mirali at mirali@theontarion.com for more info.

40

G U E LPH 101

|

AU G US T 31 , 2019

TH E O NTA R I O N

Don’t Take the Bait: Beware of Scams That Target Students PROTECT YOURSELF FROM SCAMS, ONLINE AND OFF K ARE N K . TR AN

TA

BT

P

RESOURCES

TAP INTO GREAT TIMES ON CAMPUS! B

IV

LPH

AM

4

197

UE

N

.

EST

P US G F

E R SIT Y O

GRAB A GREAT MEAL WITH FRIENDS JOIN THE FUN @ TUESDAY NIGHT TRIVIA

S

Currently, the University of Guelph’s email system is serviced by Office 365 by Microsoft, and any spam or phishing is filtered by their service.

U

In their call with her, the first scammer addressed her by name and stated that he had four arrest warrants on her for tax evasion and threatened to deport her from the country.

Having just filed her taxes due to studying abroad during the last few months, and being a Canadian permanent resident, but not yet an official citizen, my coworker became fearful that the threats were real. The scammers took advantage of her fear, giving her strict deadlines and asking her to withdraw as much cash as possible and transfer it to them by purchasing bitcoin at an ATM in Guelph. She eventually went to the police when the scammer tried to convince her to pawn her laptop for more cash, threatened to revoke her student visa (she didn’t have one or need one), addressed her as “honey” to try to get her to calm down,

You can recognize a potential phone or email scam if the scammer claims that they require your personal information such as your banking information or social insurance number (SIN), in addition to an urgent deadline with vicious consequences or a loss of a too-good-to-be-true prize.

Always check the sender’s email address — often, a scam will originate from ES ON an email address with a IM T slightly misspelled domain S TAP S name that is designed to fool you.

C

I spoke to my friends and coworkers to see if they’d experienced anything similar. Recently, one of my friends, Linda Ebeid (name changed to protect privacy), fell victim to a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) phone scam, losing $5,000. She detailed the events of the five-hour phone call in which the first scammer posed as a CRA agent and the other scammer was added to the line midway through the call to pose as her accountant’s assistant. She noted that she could hear ambient noise from their end of the phone call that sounded like they were located in a call centre. The caller ID of the scammer posing as her accountant’s assistant matched her actual accountant office’s phone number, and at the time, he earned her trust by arguing with the first scammer that she should be given a chance to pay the taxes properly and not be arrested. It’s unclear whether the scammers hacked into her email account to access her personal information or if they made dozens of cold calls before finding their victim.

PU

Since then, I’ve seen reports of scammers claiming to be part of this organization targeting East Asian women on campus On Facebook groups like Overheard at Guelph, community members warn potential victims of these scammers who appear yearly. “It’s almost like an annual tradition,” commented Duo Cheng, a member of Overheard at Guelph.

BRA

Just last week I was approached by a scammer in the University Centre, claiming to be soliciting donations on behalf of a charity for Asian children. What immediately alerted me to the fact that he was a scammer was that he had already approached me on campus twice in the last two years. The first time, I stopped to hear his pitch. He instantly made me feel uncomfortable when he asked me what ethnicity I am, and tried to speak to me in Mandarin (I speak Cantonese). I left without donating.

and even threatened that a “surprise would be waiting at home” if she tried to get help.

“I panicked in the moment,” she said. “I would advise people to take a breath and reassess the situation.”

I also spoke to one of my other colleagues, Connor Watson, about a time that he almost fell victim to a scam. In his case, he paid an $80 fee to someone claiming to be a representative of Microsoft when his laptop suddenly froze and a pop-up window advised him to call the provided number. When he realized it was a scam, he called his bank to freeze his accounts and requested a refund from VISA after providing proof of the transaction and evidence as to why it was part of a scam. He encourages others to report phone scammers by blocking their number immediately after you end the call; some phones have features to report a phone number as a known scammer, which means that when that scammer calls someone else, their caller ID will indicate that the phone number belongs to a scammer. You can also report scams on the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s website.

GO O D

SCAMS THESE DAYS are a little more sophisticated than receiving an email from someone claiming to be a Nigerian prince.

It’s more difficult than ever to avoid potential scams, on the Internet and in person.

EXPLORE OUR DAILY BISTRO SPECIALS ENJOY OUR RELAXING ATMOSPHERE

CELEBRATE w/ THURSDAY PINT DAY - 26 TAPS

MAKE GREAT MEMORIES & MEET GOOD FRIENDS LOCATED ON LEVEL TWO IN THE UNIVERSITY CENTRE... OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY

FRESHLY MADE-TO-ORDER BREAKFAST CCS (Computing & Communication Services) have a number of blog posts to help recognize popular scams and how to protect yourself from them: www.uoguelph.ca/ ccs/infosec

WEEKDAYS FROM 8:30AM - 11:30AM IN THE TAPS

Check out our Gourmet Breakfast Menu with Bottomless Fresh Brewed Premium Coffee & Made from Scratch Baked Goods.

campus bakery co.

Specialty Baked Goods

Custom Cakes

Freshly Made to Order

university of guelph

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

| G U E LPH 101

41

Do You Know How to Help a Gryphon in Need?

RECOGNIZING WARNING SIGNS AND PROVIDING CARE TO THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST REBECCA THOMPSON

UNIVERSITY IS A TIME in life where many of us face complex issues as well as the added stresses and pressures of school.

With so many of us trying to manage these challenges and our own battles with mental illness, it can be difficult to recognize and effectively help a fellow Gryphon in need.

The following list contains some tips on how to help someone who may be struggling with mental illnesses such as eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.

Warning signs According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), there are several warning signs for suicide, remembered easily through the acronym IS PATH WARM. Ideation: Thinking about suicide.

Substance use: Problems with drugs or alcohol.

Purposelessness: Feeling that there is no purpose or reason for living.

Anxiety: Intense anxiety, being overwhelmed, or being unable to cope.

Trapped: Feeling that there is no way out of a situation and feeling trapped.

Hopelessness or Helplessness: Feeling that there is no hope, that things will not get better.

Withdrawal: Avoiding family, friends, or activities.

Anger: Feeling and/or acting on unreasonable/irrational anger.

Recklessness: Engaging in harmful and/or risky behaviour.

Mood Change: A significant change in someone’s mood.

Keep your word: Don’t make promises to someone that you are unable to keep.

Try to avoid: • Arguing with the person • Acting shocked that they are considering this • Blaming yourself

These are some warning signs that could be present in someone who is feeling suicidal. Some other signs include: • Talking about suicide • Getting their affairs in order • Saying goodbye • Appearing to have a sudden sense of calm

Resources on campus Remember that when someone needs help there are numerous resources on campus. Recognizing when to call a professional or 911 is another important step to helping someone in need.

If you, or someone you know, needs support then any of these available resources are very valuable.

• Counselling Services • Wellness Education Centre • Student Support Network • Good2Talk Post-Secondary Helpline • OUTline Detailed information on these resources is outlined in our student resource guide on pages 23 and 26.

Asking for help can be the first step to healing, and offering help can save someone’s life. n

How to help Listen: Find a quiet, private place to talk and assure them that they can take as much time as they need to talk.

Remember that although what they say may seem negative, just talking about it is a positive thing.

Sympathize: Remain calm, listen, and don’t judge. Be patient as they take their time to talk about what they are feeling. Tell them that you care about them and that they are important to you.

Give messages of hope: Assure the person that there is help available to them and that there are other options.

Remind them that suicidal thoughts are temporary. Tell them again that you love them and care about them.

Take them seriously: If someone is talking about suicide, this must be taken seriously. Don’t judge them. Reassure them that you believe them and are there for them.

Guelph’s first dedicated bulk refill store!

Are You Ready to Get Your Refill On?

personal care ( hair / bath / body )

Home & cleaning ( Laundry / all-purpose )

Soap Making & DIY supplies ( workshops available! )

15% Student Discount on Wedesdays! just show your student card. see in store for details.

60 Carden St.

@molloyssoap learn more at molloys.ca

Get The Skills

Employers Are Looking For! Volunteer for The Ontarion's Board of Directors

The Board of Directors sets policy and handles "big picture" aspects of the organization including hiring, budgeting, ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and much more. Join our supportive learning environment to gain new skills and sharpen existing ones.

Currently seeking all applicants, undergraduates preferred.

For more information about the positions or The Ontarion, contact us via email at jmillen@theontarion.com

OPIRG Guelph works to bring about greater environmental and social justice through research, education and activism.

Visit our office to: Join a group / Attend a training / Read a book in our library Meet other folks / Get inspired to create positive change!

OPIRG is located on campus at 24 Trent Lane (beside Maid’s Hall) www.opirgguelph.org

Gryphons, opt-in to our fee so that we can continue fighting for a better world!

WORK AT THE ONTARION PAID POSITIONS The Ontarion is hiring four work study positions for the fall:

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR (Job ID: 72537) COPY EDITOR & FACT CHECKER (Job ID: 72533) WEB DEVELOPER (Job ID: 72534) SOCIAL MEDIA & OUTREACH COORDINATOR (Job ID: 72536) See the Experience Guelph catalogue for full descriptions.

APPLICATIONS Only applicants who are approved for the University of Guelph’s work study program will be considered. Getting approved for work study can take five to 10 work days; apply now. Applications must be submitted through the Experience Guelph platform.

Do not wait until the deadline to submit your application. We plan to interview candidates throughout September and may make a job offer prior to the listed deadline of Sept. 27.

UNPAID POSITIONS The Ontarion is always looking for volunteers. To find out more and to sign up, please visit our Volunteer page.

Additional information The Ontarion offers a learning environment in student media and considers this in their hiring process. To obtain a copy of The Ontarion’s Employment Equity Policy and/or the job description for these positions, please email The Ontarion’s executive director, Aaron Jacklin, at ajacklin@theontarion.com.

The Ontarion’s Employment Equity Policy is a proactive measure to recruit qualified people from a variety of ethnic, religious, and class backgrounds, lesbians, bisexuals, gays and transgender people, people of colour, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, and women. It is only used at an applicant’s request and to help decide between two equally qualified candidates. To be considered under The Ontarion’s Employment Equity Policy, members of the previously identified groups are encouraged to self-identify and explicitly refer to the policy in a separate letter to the chair of the hiring committee. Such letters must be submitted along with the cover letter and resume.

Guelph’s Only Gentlemen’s Club

211 SILVERCREEK PARKWAY SOUTH GUELPH, ONTARIO

WW W.MANORNOW. CO M FACEBOOK: MANORGUELPH

INSTAGRAM: MANORGUELPH

I S SU E 187.1

TH E O NTA R I O N .CO M

Across

46–Certifiable

7–Lyric poems

44–Blaster’s need

1–Actor Lorenzo

47–___ Domingo

8–Hey you!

47–Toledo title

6–Bobby-soxer’s event

50–Riga resident

9–Ballroom dance

48–Come up

9–Tough tests

51–Reform Party

10–Tirades

49–Honest

14–Came to

founder

11–First-stringers

50–Range rope

15–Spots on TV

52–Pole, for one

12–More than medium

51–Sharp pain

16–Pertaining to birth

54–Onetime Jeep mfr.

13–___ gin fizz

52–Ladies of Sp.

17–Kinfolk

57–Old-womanish

18–Pointless

53–Suggestive look

19–Diciembre follower

58–Spiteful

23–Love deeply

54–Bushy hairdo

31

20–Summer hrs.

61–Polite refusal

24–Author Deighton

55–Trumpet muffler

36

21–Snug spot

62–Loser to DDE

25–___ and outs

56–Dolt

22–Phase

63–Keep an ___ the

26–Biol. or chem.

59–___ and improved

23–Space pioneer

ground

27–Very bad

60–Confucian path

Shepard

64–Fresh

28–Foil alternative

25–Knocker’s reply

65–Smash sign

29–Old saying

26–Whence Ikea

66–Courted

30–Peanut product

29–Top-rated

39–Caustic stuff

40–Custody

5–What the sun does in

41–Template

43–Like some nights

the west

42–Can ___ now?

45–Malarial fever

6–Safe place

43–Strainer

7

1 3

5

1

4

6 4

7 2

6

9 3 7

20

21

22

26

27

24

28

29

37 41

48

42

43

CROSSWORD August 29, 2019

34

35 39

44

50 53

54

55

60

[well, I‛m not gonna write it...]

Best Breakfast in Guelph, Served ALL DAY! Also featuring Beyond Meat Burgers & Veggie Sausage!

Call us direct for fast delivery! :: (519) 836-3765 :: 25 Wyndham St N, Guelph

56

For your chance to win TWO FREE BOB’S DOGS, submit a completed crossword to The Ontarion office, UC 264, by September 24, 2019 at 3 P.M. Winners are announced in the paper each week and should collect their voucher from The Ontarion office.

SUDOKU Fill in the empty squares so that each of the digits 1 through 9 appear once in each row, column, and 3-by-3 block.

33

13

46

49

FUNPAGE

12

38

45 47

11

30

32

40

10

25

GOT AN IDEA FOR A COMIC. LET US KNOW. STORIES@THEONTARION.COM

antelope

4–Rap sheet abbr.

6

19

66

3–Shed feathers

1

18

65

38–And others, briefly

7

17

23

45

16

64

37–Guy’s date

8

15

63

37–Oxlike African

2

9

62

2–Amazes

1

8

61

36–Cake finisher

3

14

7

59

35–Aggregate of fibers

3

6

58

34–Gillette product

4

5

57

1–Cooking fat

6

4

33–Minimal Down

4

3

52

32–Show

9

2

51

31–U.S. gangster

7

1

| G U E LPH 101

C A L E N DA R

46

September

S

M

T

W

T

F

S

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

sept 22 The Body Project 5:30 p.m. Wellness Education & Promotion Centret

sept 26 Take Back the Night March for women in crisis at Marianne’s park 6 p.m. 176 Gordon St

sept 28 Homecomingt Ottawa G ee- G ees vs Guelph Gryphons 11 a.m. Alumni Stadium

sept 30

September TO DO LIST sept 6 Welly Cask Fest Beer festival put on by Wellington B r e w e r y, G u e l p h ’s o l d e s t microbrewery 6 p.m. 950 Woodlawn Rd. W

sept 11-15 Guelph Jazz Fest An exciting lineup of jazz artists and concerts held in the streets of Guelph Streetparty wtih acoustic Jazz on the 13th.

Times & locations vary

sept 14 Tree Planting Planting native shrubs, trees and wildflowers to enhance our urban forest and provide wildlife and pollinator habitat.

9:30 a.m. 11 Jenson Boulevard

sept 19 Powley Day Flag Raising Raising the Métis flag, mixer to follow 10 a.m. UC Flagpole

Employ Sex Toy Education on sex toys, consent, safe sex, etc.

12 p.m. UC 109

Sept 21 The Body Project Workshop to promote positive body image, reduce shaming and encourage folks to accept themselves as they are.

11 a.m. Wellness Education & Promotion Centre

Sexposé & STI-Testing Sex and wellness information, STI testing, trivia, and raffles 10 a.m. UC Orange Shirt Day Honours the victims of residential schools, matinee screening and campus wears orange.

1 p.m. Campus-wide, UC 442 Camp OUT Group discussion about coming out as gay, intersex, anywhere on the spectrum.

6 p.m.

THE CLUBBING QUIZ: What U of G club should you join?

TAKE THIS QUIZ TO HELP NARROW DOWN YOUR CLUBBING CHOICES | K AREN K . TR AN 1. What are you most likely to spend your free time doing? a) Hanging out with some friends b) Catching a show at a Guelph concert venue c) Going for a stroll at the Arboretum d) Making extra study notes e) Volunteering at a local charity f) Playing video games

2. What are you most excited to learn outside of regular classes? a) To speak a new language b) To play a new musical instrument c) How to identify different species of birds, insects, mammals, and other wildlife d) Preparing to take the MCAT/LSAT/PCAT or other graduate school admission test e) How to help those in need f) How to master my favourite game

3. What’s your favourite ice cream flavour? a) Neapolitan b) Pistachio c) Green tea d) Vanilla e) Anything non-dairy f) Chocolate chip cookie dough

4. What’s your go-to TV entertainment? a) A foreign film b) An indie film c) BBC’s The Planet series d) The local news channel e) Any kind of documentary f) A sitcom like Friends or The Office

5. Where do you like to get your morning coffee or tea? a) The Bullring b) Red Brick Café c) Planet Bean Coffee d) Starbucks e) Balzac’s Coffee Roasters f) My Kitty Café

6. What’s your favourite board game? a) The Game of Life b) Telestrations c) Photosynthesis d) Scrabble e) Settlers of Catan f) Ticket to Ride

7. Which social media site do you use the most? a) Instagram b) Twitter c) Snapchat d) LinkedIn e) Facebook f) Reddit

8. Where’s your favourite place to study? a) At home b) A local café c) Outside d) McLaughlin Library e) Abroad f) Anywhere, as long as I’m with my friends

Mostly A = Cultural

You’ll feel right at home when you join one of these clubs, whether it’s the Guelph Black Students Association, Canadian Asian Student Society, Muslim Students Association, Inter-varsity Christian Fellowship, Mature Students Association, or one of the many other cultural clubs on campus.

Mostly B = Art

Express your creativity through drama, music, writing, and visual art with your peers in clubs such as Curtain Call Productions, the Creative Writing Society, Music Students Association, V-Day Guelph, Jazz Society, Kaleidoscope Magazine, and more. You can also write, photograph, or copy edit The Ontarion!

Mostly C = Nature

Take a hike with your new friends in one of these outdoorsy clubs: Wildlife Club, Astronomy Club, Botany Club, Wild Ontario, or the Outdoors Club.

Mostly D = Academic

You don’t let a moment go to waste and are dedicated to fulfilling your academic goals.

Enhance your resume or grad school application by joining the Future Vets Club, PreLaw Society, Pre-Med Club, Young Liberals, NDP Youth Guelph, Debate Society, and more.

Mostly E = Social Awareness

You want to be a part of something bigger and contribute to the world as a global citizen! Consider clubs like Oxfam Guelph, Free the Children, Guelph Students for Environmental Change, Feel Good, AIESEC, Guelph Students for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, or many others.

Mostly F = Fun

Your love your pastimes- chances are someone shares your interests! Look into joining the Electronic Games Organization, Jugglers of the University of Guelph, Games Club, Chess Club, FLASH (Fantasy Literature Anime Sci-fi and Horror), Medieval and Renaissance Club, or Equestrian Club.

Guelph’s Premier Student Housing 3, 4, 5 and 6 Bedroom Suites Amazing location next to Campus New rentals are renovated and freshly painted All 5 major appliances with in-suite laundry Massive bedrooms with 2-door closets Bright open concept layouts Internet and cable tv hookups in every room Free Parking Full-time Property Management Full-time maintenance staff Snow removal 24 hr Security Pet Friendly Amazing perks and contests

www.richmondprop.com

@ChancellorsWay

ontarion fall 19.pdf

1

2019-08-26

3:39:33 PM

C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K

WE AR HE E RE