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KEVIN CONNERY

AARON JACKLIN

PATRICK SUTHERLAND

LORRIE TAYLOR

Executive Director

Advertising & Marketing Coordinator

Business Coordinator

Editor-in-Chief

Aaron is a U of G alum twice over, having earned a BA in 2003 and an MA in 2010.

While an undergrad, Aaron volunteered as both a copy editor and a news reporter for The Ontarion. He’s also been to journalism school, worked as a reporter in a small town, and an editor at a big technology company. The for-profit corporate world left a bad taste in his mouth, prompting a return to non-profit work at The Ontarion.

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. He enjoys spending time with animals, playing board games, and rock climbing.

Lorrie has been “taking care of business” for over 20 years at The Ontarion. She likes to crunch numbers and makes sure the financials of the organization are running smoothly. With retirement fast approaching she looks forward to spending more time with her four grandchildren, and doing even more quilting and scrapbooking.

Kevin Connery is a writer who — if he’s being totally honest — doesn’t like writing bios. If you have an idea for a story (or a better bio) feel free to email him.

JESSICA ULBIKAS

ALLAN SLOAN

LEAH MORROW

PRABHLEEN RATRA

Copy Editor

News Editor

Assignment Editor

Web Developer

When Jessica isn’t working on her undergraduate Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences courses or volunteering for the Peer Helper Program, you can find her cooking up a storm in her kitchen.

After realising that being a superhero was physically impossible, Allan Sloan took another route and followed the likes of Clark Kent and Peter Parker.

Allan hopes to bring honest and accurate journalism to the people and to have a little fun along the way.

Leah likes long walks on the beach and hot coffee. She owns three tamagotchis and has managed to keep one alive, she described that as a win. Leah is an aspiring plant mother she owns a single cactus and a fern, so far neither have died. A proud moment in her life.

Prabhleen is a master of web, not the one Peter Parker goes around zapping. When she is not struggling with the “Angel of Death,” you’ll find her dancing her heart out in the Athletic Center studios.

ALEX VIALETTE

JACQUELINA PREZA

LARISSA ABRAMS-OGG

Multimedia Creator & Editor

Social Media Coordinator

Director of Layout & Design

Alex loves heated debates over the pronunciation of “gif” and explaining his zombie apocalypse survival plan to people who didn’t ask. He shares a nearly symbiotic relationship with his camera and fuels his creativity with nitro brew coffee from Starbucks. Feel free to refer to him as A-Dawg, he’s trying to get it to catch on in the office.

Jacquie is an Instagram enthusiast and a coconut water connoisseur. When she’s not studying or watching Disney+, you can definitely find her in the kitchen eating. Although she does enjoy binge watching Netflix on the daily, she’s probably the only person who hates The Office.

By day, Larissa is a freelance designer who creates spreads and ads for The Ontarion. She agonizes lovingly over font choices, ink levels, and ensuring things are precisely lined up. By night she reads ravenously, tends her vegetable patch, stares out the window overthinking things, and curls up under her duvet pretending to be a sleeping dragon.

CONTRIBUTORS: Adam Maue Blythe Boyd Carleigh Cathcart Chanel DeRoches Evangeline Mann Joshua Frade Justin LaGuff Lara Carleton Laura Vautour Mary (Maddy) Young Molly McCleary Ness Prabhjot Bains Robert Flewelling Shehryar Saharan Tasha Falconer 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-in-Chief. 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.

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Each month, columnist Tasha Falconer answers your question on topics about sexual health

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Q: HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN YOU HAVE CRABS? A: The symptoms for pubic lice (aka crabs) can include itchiness, rashes, and blue spots on the skin where the lice have bitten. You may also see the lice or their eggs in your pubic hair, on your clothing, or your bedding. Treatments are available over the counter or by prescription. You should also wash all clothing and bedding that may have been exposed to the lice.

Q: CAN PRE-CUM GET YOU PREGNANT? A: This is a really common question, and the answer is yes. While pre-cum itself does not have sperm, sperm can get into pre-cum. Researchers in England found that in 37% of their participants had sperm in their pre-cum.

Q: DOES PINEAPPLE JUICE REALLY AFFECT MY VAGINA?

Pre-Cum, Pubic Lice, Pineapple, & Weed B y Ta s h a Fa l c o n e r

A: While there is no scientific evidence that indicates that pineapple juice impacts the taste or smell of your vagina, some women on platforms such as Reddit have stated that it does. That being said, I have not seen any research that has tested this idea. While it is possible that certain foods can directly alter the smell and taste of the vagina, it is more likely that overall diet, rather than one serving, is going to make an impact. Hygiene and where you are in your menstrual cycle can also impact your vagina’s smell and taste.

Q: WHY DOES WEED MAKE YOU HORNY? A: Marijuana has various effects on different people. Some feel that marijuana inhibits sex while others feel it enhances it , and others don’t find it makes any difference in their sex lives. While the exact mechanics behind exactly why marijuana impacts sex are not fully understood, studies have shown that marijuana can impact pleasure, sex drive, and orgasm. n

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“MILAD AND GHANIMAT WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED, AND THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR THEM IN OUR HEARTS WILL NEVER FADE AWAY.” — David Said, President and CEO of the GSA

The Community Remembers Milad Ghasemi Ariani and Ghanimat Azhdari B y Kev i n C o n n e r y

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UNDREDS of students, University of Guelph faculty, and members of the wider community gathered at War Memorial Hall on the night of Friday Jan. 10, to remember University of Guelph students, Milad Ghasemi Ariani and Ghanimat Azhdari, who died on Jan. 8, when Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was shot down near Tehran.

The vigil, largely organized by the Guelph Iranian Student Association, provided space for the community to come together, mourn, and reflect on the tragedy that killed 176 people, including 57 Canadians.

Sonya Wu-Winter, coordinator of Multi-Faith Programs spoke at the vigil. She expressed a sentiment that was echoed throughout the night by various speakers, that in mourning we are brought together.

“Here in Guelph we join together in this time of national mourning and national solidarity. We come together tonight to tell stories, to extend our hands to one another in connection and support, to share words of comfort, and to assure one another that none of us is alone.”

Ghanimat Azhdari was a PhD student in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics. She was described in a letter written by her academic advisor, Faisal Moola, and read at the vigil, as a “passionate activist” who had dedicated her life to the protection of Indigenous lands, or “territories of life,” as she called them.

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ON THE RADAR Australian Brush Fires Australia had been dealing with a massive stroke of brush-fires, covering a land mass of unseen proportions for the continent.

The fires have seen a slight decline, however, there are still concerns over the population’s ability to fight these fires as well as the welfare of the local wildlife.

Iran Drone Strike The US has killed Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani, head of Iran’s elite Quds Force, in a targeted drone strike on Jan. 2, 2020. United States Congress was taken by surprise by the move with Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden saying President Trump had “tossed a stick of dynamite into a tinderbox.”

Trump Impeached On Dec. 18 2019 President Donald J. Trump was voted to be impeached by the House Judiciary Committee. Two articles of impeachment were voted on, with 230 - 197 for the first article and 229 - 198 for the second. There is currently no date for the upcoming impeachment trial which will decide whether or not the President will be removed from office.

@THEONTARION Milad Ghasemi Ariani was pursuing a PhD in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies. His friends described him as hard-working, always generous with his time, and funny.

Both were returning from visiting Iran over the winter break.

David Said, president and CEO of the Graduate Student Association (GSA), spoke at the vigil and later told The Ontarion, “The creation of community has forever been a part of our University’s strength.”

“The tragic loss of our dear colleagues reminds us today that we are all part of this community and a greater bond.

We are no longer the same when that bond is broken.”

While the details of what exactly happened that led to flight 752 being shot down are still under investigation, Iran has admitted “unintentionally” shooting down the passenger jet.

“It’s my hope that tonight we can reach out and support one another,” Franco Vaccarino, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Guelph, told the nearly-full War Memorial Hall. “We commit to remembering all those we lost this week.”

Vaccarino went on to emphasise that the vigil was a chance for the community to reflect on “the strength of our shared common humanity.” n

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Coach Fired Guelph Coach Fired Following an Investigation of Professional Misconduct

By Allan Sloan

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NIVERSITY of Guelph Track and Field coach Dave Scott-Thomas was fired on Dec. 16 2019, following an investigation of professional misconduct after the university received information from past and current athletes about their experiences on the team.

While any allegations are unknown, the investigation yielded information that cemented the university’s decision to fire Scott-Thomas.

Scott-Thomas was previously investigated in 2006 after the university received a complaint from a family member of at student athlete. According to a statement from the university, “The University determined that an investigation was warranted and retained an independent external investigator. While that investigation did not substantiate all of the allegations, it determined that some misconduct had taken place.” Scott-Thomas was suspended for four weeks.

“While the 2019 investigation [into Scott-Thomas] was on-going, the university received new information related to the earlier investigation that made it clear that ScottThomas lied repeatedly in 2006 about several significant matters,” the university states.

“The receipt of that new information resulted in the termination of Scott-Thomas from his U of G position.”

Scott-Thomas had a notable career with the university,

leading the Guelph Gryphons to 37 national titles in crosscountry and track and field.

On top of being the coach for 16 national teams, including the 2016 Rio Olympics, he was also the head coach of the Speed River Track and Field Club.

Scott-Thomas was placed on “extended personal health leave” from all coaching and administrative duties with the Speed River organization in December.

Since the firing of ScottThomas, the Speed River Track and Field club has announced on their website that they will be ceasing operations.

As of Jan. 7, the club will not be receiving any new member registration and will be issuing refunds to athletes already registered for 2020.

“Moving forward, there are initiatives underway to create a new training platform in which our top priority is to ensure continued programming for track and field athletes in our community in a fun, safe and caring environment,” the club stated on their website.

While the investigation appears to continue, the university’s priority is the welfare of its students.

“We are saddened to learn that some student-athletes coached by Scott-Thomas had unacceptable experiences and we offer an apology to those who endured suffering and hardship,” the university stated. n

Photo courtesy of The Globe and Mail

“In December they provided breakfast for students feeling the exam stress.”

Jason, Software Engineering

“I didn’t even realize that the feminine products were because of them.”

“They do a lot of small things for us that people don’t really notice...”

Jessica, Criminal Justice and Public Policy

“The student government at our school doesn’t engage us too effectively.”

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Shawn, Criminology Photos by Alex Vialette

“They Have Our Voice” Students on the Role of Student Government

By Allan Sloan

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OST colleges and universities have an organized body that serves to give students a voice and to provide certain programming, resources, and services.

At the University of Guelph, this is the Central Student Association (CSA), which “represent[s] and amplif[ies] the voice of undergraduate students at the University of Guelph,” the CSA states on their webpage.

The CSA is made of elected representatives and provides a variety of services, including Student Bus Pass Distribution, Guelph Student FoodBank, and The Bullring. We set out to ask the student body how they feel about the CSA and how they feel about how students were engaged.

Jessica, a student studying Criminal Justice and Public Policy, had

nothing but praise for the CSA. “They have our voice,” Jessica said. “They do a lot of small things for us that people don’t really notice but it makes a difference.”

Many students don’t even realize the services they are taking advantage of were provided by the CSA, as U of G student Shyanne pointed out.

“I didn’t even realize that the feminine products” — referring to the Menstrual Hygiene Initiative, which makes menstrual products available for free across campus — “were because of them,” Shyanne said, “which I really appreciate because feminine hygiene is very important.”

Software Engineering student Jason appreciates the services they provide for the students during stressful times in the school year.

“They provide free events. In

December they provided breakfast for students feeling the exam stress,” Jason said.

Unfortunately, it’s not all positive, as some students feel that they could be doing more to encourage the students to be involved.

“The student government at our school doesn’t engage us too effectively,” Criminology student Shawn told The Ontarion.

“The choices don’t come from the students as a whole,” Shawn continued, “they come from the students elected.”

The CSA has an election nomination period beginning on Jan. 17, with the election process starting on Feb. 10 and ending on Feb. 14.

As we reported in 2018, roughly 14 per cent of the student electorate cast their ballot that year. If there was ever a time to get engaged, now would be it. n

CSA ELECTION TIMELINE NOMINATION PERIOD: Jan. 17 to Jan. 24, 2020 All Candidates’ Meetings: Jan. 27 (2 to 3 p.m.) and Jan. 28, 2020 (6 to 7 p.m.) in the CSA Boardroom CAMPAIG N PERIOD: Feb. 3 to Feb. 14, 2020 E xecutive Forum: Feb. 6, 2020 (12 to 2 p.m.) in the UC Cour tyard VOTING PERIOD: Feb. 10 to Feb. 14, 2020

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BETWEEN THE LINES L awrence Hill on teaching memoir writing to incarcerated students

By Leah Morrow Photo from www.lawrencehill.com

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VERY story is important and everyone deserves the space to share theirs. Through a memoir writing class taught at the Grand Valley Institution for Women (GVI) in Kitchener, Ont., University of Guelph professor of creative writing and celebrated author, Lawrence Hill, gave students that space.

The class was taught through the university-based educational program, Walls to Bridges, which offers the unique opportunity for incarcerated and non-incarcerated students to study side-by-side for a semester and earn a university credit.

Courses are offered on a variety of topics and all are steeped in the premise of experiential learning and the idea of building human connections, and this was certainly true Lawerence Hill’s memoir writing course.

This class was not what one might consider traditional.

Prior to being accepted into the course, the third- and fourth-year students who were interested were interviewed. “We wanted people we could really trust,” Lawerence — who asked me to call him Larry — told me when we met on a snowy day in his book-covered office late last December to discuss his course.

“It’s not always a comfortable situation.

I mean, you are sniffed by drug dogs coming in, it’s tense. You have to go through security. People are naturally more conscious of their safety than they would be walking down the street.”

Only about half of those who applied for the class were accepted.

The University of Guelph paid for the tuition and books for incarcerated students. Since this was very costly, Larry put together a coursepack of excerpts of works from a selection of memoirs rather than assigning students whole books, as he would usually do in a traditional course. This ensured that they were still able to engage with different writing styles, but in a cost-effective way.

While teaching, Larry did almost no lecturing. He believed the best way to teach students to become better writers was by having them write. Students were given writing assignments, and Larry

read each one often and provided written feedback, sometimes three or four pages, on each assignment. Larry reminded me that he is new to this. He does not consider himself an expert on teaching within a prison or on experiential learning.

“The fact that you’re going in to stay three hours a week in a prison to sit in a circle, side-by-side incarcerated people, to learn their experiences, to share yours, there is supposed to be some value and some human growth and intellectual stimulation there, even if it’s not the traditional let-me-lecture-you,” Larry explained.

In class, students were encouraged to speak honestly and share their truth and listen to others. Each class would open with an icebreaker designed to help students relax and get them talking. They would spend up to 40 minutes going around the circle, giving everyone the chance to talk.

“It made a big difference,” said Larry.

He had two people helping him to design the icebreakers. One was a non-incarcerated University of Guelph student who was working on their master’s degree, and the other was an incarcerated person who, though not taking the course, was working as an assistant and had helped facilitate many courses at GVI. “We also had a closing moment in every class,” Larry mentioned. “You don’t normally have a closing moment where people take 10 minutes to talk about what they learned, and what their thoughts are about the class, and where their head is leaving the class. It goes into, I dare say, a more personal realm than you would find in traditional classrooms.”

Every week the students broke off into small groups of three or four. These would change every week or two, with the objective being that eventually everyone would get to read each other’s work. There were a couple rules that students had to follow in order for a class where personal information was being shared to work.

Students were reminded that they were there to offer advice on the writing of their classmates but not on the classmates themselves. Likewise, students were allowed to share their own stories outside of the classroom but were not allowed to

share those of others.

The training was largely taught by prisonMemoirs can often be very personal ers who had taken courses previously ofpieces of writing that tend to share infor- fered through Walls to Bridges and were mation that otherwise would most likely aware of the unique needs of incarcerated never be talked about in a classroom set- students. Working with diverse student ting. In a traditional classroom, unless populations requires that certain conyou have a relationship with the students siderations must be made, and it was no outside of class, it’s not often that you re- different while working with incarcerated ally get to know them. But, in an envi- students. They might find out they have ronment where people were choosing to a parole hearing right before their class write so personally about their life and is meant to start. They might be moved experiences, respecting the privacy of the from one quad to another with little to writers became highly no notice, or because important.

Students of disciplinary issues were not there to judge happening outside why someone was beof class.

They might “Even though hind bars. “The outbe removed from the something side students” — meancourse. “You have to be ing non-incarcerated flexible as a professor horrible students — “were not and understand people there in a quote-unare not in control of happened, in quote helping capactheir lives. They are terms of their ity. They were there to under pressure,” Larry study and learn. And said, noting there are a encounter with believe me,” Larry told number of things that the law and me, “I am quite sure could interfere with that they learned as individual’s ability consequences, we an much from the pristo concentrate on their oners as the prisoners studies. “Prison is a are still dealing learned from the outpunitive experience,” with human side students.” said Larry. “On a daily For some students basis there are forms beings who have in the class, it was the of punishments that human needs” first time that they had recur and recur and gone back and revisitrecur. It’s a hard place ed incidents from their to live. You are cut off past. Whether these to access to people and were events from childhood, destructive information.” relationships, or the processes of their inLarry believes that there is a difference carceration, they were given the opportu- between sympathy and empathy. It is one nity to reflect on moments and situations thing to be kind to someone and another that changed their lives. A safe environ- to pity someone. ment was created so that students were “I think we just need to bring our full given the space to safely share their ex- selves and be kind and be good listeners periences. “Even though something hor- and gentle with people,” he said. rible happened, in terms of their encounAt the end of the course, a graduation ter with the law and consequences, we ceremony was held to celebrate the sucare still dealing with human beings who cess of the students in the class. Larry have human needs,” Larry said. “Those told me that this is not something that is women inside know things that students normally done when a student finishes a on the outside have no information about. class, but for the students at the Grand And they have knowledge, wisdom, and Valley Institution for Women, it was a big experiences that other people don’t.” deal. “I feel that the writers in the class Prior to teaching at the GVI, Larry found it to be a very rich experience.” n went through a five day training course.

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“Therapy For My Living Spirit” Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink and the Power of Art B y R o b e r t F l ewe l l i n g

“I have always been actively involved in the community development of First Nations cultural arts. Art, in all its hidden conceptions, seems to me as a vehicle used to transport ideas beyond mere sight. Art in itself contains all viable possibilities in expressions. These learnings have allowed me to utilize art in a therapeutic manner with children and adults within the mosaic society.”

Photos provided by Robert Flewelling, with permission from Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink

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HEN presented with the opportunity to highlight art that was important to me, I knew straight away I wanted to write a piece on artist Michael “Cy”

Cywink.

Hailing from Wiikwemikoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, Cy has been creating and sharing striking and colourful art for over 40 years. In 1979, Cy worked with the Norval Morrisseau aka “Picasso of the North,” an acclaimed Anishinaabe artist.

From 1990 to 1993, Cy studied Museum Studies at the Institute of American Indian Studies in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Yet perhaps more powerful than his art itself, is how he shares it with the world.

I first met Cy (and his super cool mustache, an inspiration in itself) in 2012 when he came to the Centre Wellington District Highschool in Fergus to help create and facilitate the creation of a few murals with students and teachers. With a trolley full of paints and brushes, Cy led us on a journey of discovery as we turned lifeless pillars in our cafeteria into works of art. Outlines of bears and birds soon became filled

with whatever colours we fancied, with Cy patiently giving us pointers, trying to teach us that art is accessible to all, regardless of talent. Until then, I had never considered myself an artist or someone capable of art, nor did I feel that I was a part of my school community, until I became involved with the project.

But since those few weeks work with Cy, I have always encouraged myself to put my feelings in ink, whether it was a doodle, drawing, or even crafting an essay or an article. I went from being the rebellious stoner kid who skipped class to the Arts and Music Representative on student council. I discovered something I was passionate about, and though I am by no means an artist, at least not in the sense that Cy is, I saw the power art has in bringing people together.

Cy was also able to share with us the importance of art to Indigenous culture. Art is a great medium for connecting us to something bigger and older than ourselves. Drawing on techniques and traditions passed down through generations before, we learn different tools and methods for cultivating community and selfexpression. In Cy’s own words, “I have always been actively involved in the community development of First Nations cultural arts. Art, in all its hidden conceptions, seems to me as a vehicle used to transport ideas beyond mere sight. Art in itself contains all viable possibilities in expressions. These learnings have allowed me to utilize art in a therapeutic manner with children and adults within the mosaic society.”

As a settler, this created an impetus within me to seek more knowledge about Indigenous history, as well as Canada’s history of colonialism. Cy helped to set me on a path that would bring me to the University of Guelph and beyond, and for that, I’m grateful.

The ability to connect to oneself and then express it into the world is an important part of the human experience. Outlawing Indigenous languages, cultural practices, and traditions was devastating. Through residential schools and legal definitions in the Indian Act, the Government of Canada caused generations of harm. Yet the harm isn’t irreparable. For Cy, art “is therapy for my living spirit. Throughout the many tangents of artistic development, I feel that I am registering images, thoughts and visions for the future generations of the First Nations People. What matters to me is the comfort level these projections give to the receiver. Art is a gift of historical recovery.” In this way, art can be the great mediator, the great medium through which people can connect and reconnect and form a sense of belonging with ourselves and those around us. From helping a teenager from Fergus discover colour, to helping generations heal through expression and creation, Cy is a valuable teacher about the power of art and community. n

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Where to eat in a city of increasing restaurant diversity

Top 9 Late Night Eats in Guelph

offers a unique deal on food and drink, with one of my favourites being a specialty brunch menu they have catered for the weekends. If you are looking to continue your night out later in the evening, Royal Electric smoothly transitions to a lively bar filled with fantastic selection of craft beer and live music.

The consistency in which Royal Electric satisfies their guests makes this restaurant one you are guaranteed to return to.

being made draws inspiration worldwide. On any day of the week you can find food and drink deals, making Miijidaa accessible to those who wish to eat at a lower price point. Although it is easy to opt into their burger or pizza menu, I highly encourage those to try more eccentric items such as their Hay Smoked Duck or their Elk Scotch Egg.

Na Ha Thai’s Kitchen

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By Josh ua Frade

FOR THE PAST DECADE, Guelph has worked towards cultivating a diverse selection of late-night restaurants capable of competing with the likes of Hamilton and Toronto. With no real platform for restaurants to showcase their talent, many businesses rely on word of mouth within this community driven city to grow and succeed. There are so many incredible restaurants in Guelph and unfortunately ten spots are not enough to showcase the brilliance and diversity that Guelph’s restaurateurs are providing, so I apologize if I offended anyone by leaving their favourite off of this list. This list is meant to serve as a guide for both the uninitiated and a reminder for the veterans of Guelph’s booming restaurant scene. I hope this inspires you to either try something new or revisit a place you have already grown to love. n

The Wooly 176 Woolwich St.

The Wooly is considered a rite of passage to both University of Guelph students and alumni.

The unique atmosphere this Guelph institution provides is nothing short of welcoming for all who pass through their doors.

Drawing inspiration from the rise of the Ontario craft beer industry, The Wooly regularly features new and creative beers from ambitious breweries and even offers a new daily feature menu to pair with some of their limited time drink offerings.

The menu itself offers classic pub fare to satiate any fried cravings you may have. What sets the food apart from many of the other pubs in Guelph is the local sourcing of their ingredients. If you want to have a fun pub-style night out with your friends, listen to one of the many local bands with your family, or indulge in the latest of Ontario’s craft beer scene, The Wooly will not disappoint.

Crafty Ramen 17 Macdonell St.

Located just steps away from Guelph’s historic Basilica of Our Lady church, Crafty Ramen is part of Guelph’s expanding restaurant diversity. Those at Crafty Ramen succeed in every way to bring an authentic

Japanese ramen shop experience to Guelph by keeping the tradition of utilizing regional ingredients within their food.

The noodle shop is quite small, only seats around 20 people, but this does not make the experience feel suffocating. In fact, eating elbow to elbow with friends or strangers can lend to the growing feeling of community, warmth, and comfort as ramen chefs move seamlessly and precisely to make these savoury dishes.

For those who have dietary restrictions, Crafty Ramen also offers an assortment of vegan and vegetarian appetizers and bowls.

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Before Crafty Ramen, there was Na Ha’s. Leading the charge for a new wave of diverse restaurants in Guelph, Na Ha Thai’s Kitchen has been relentless in their pursuit of creating the most complex and delicious Thai dishes. Although their menu may be overwhelming for some, taking the time to navigate through the extensive list of curries, stir-fried noodles, and rolls will reward you with one of the most unique dining experiences in Guelph.

If it is your first time at Na Ha’s, ordering any of the soups or Thai curries will provide an introduction to how flavours layer and build into something greater than the sum of its parts.

If you are a veteran of Na Ha Thai’s Kitchen, I recommend either trying or reordering any of their northern Thai dishes.

Although much of Na Ha’s business is done through takeout, they do have some seating which allows for you to experience the aromatics in the restaurant while the staff hustle to supply the ever-growing demand.

Miijidaa 37 Quebec St.

Royal Electric Bar & Public Eatery 52 Macdonell St.

Since opening, Royal Electric has quickly become one of Guelph’s most dynamic and exciting restaurants. Within the five years they have been open, Royal Electric has begun a subtle shift in their identity. While still retaining some aspects of their original Southern/Cajuninspired menu, you can see a transition to a more classic American menu with a focus on making the best barbeque and the most unforgettable burger in Guelph. Each day of the week

The name of the restaurant comes from the Ojibway language translating to “let’s eat,” which acts as more of a feeling between friends, family, or whomever is lucky enough to accompany you to Miijidaa. Upon entering, the uniqueness of this location is instantly apparent. The only adjective that comes close to describing the ambiance is whimsy. The dining room acts as a canvas for local artists to display their work and homemade touches while the staff work expertly in displaying the highest standard of environmental and social performance, demonstrating why they earned the Certified B Corporation status. Although their ingredients are locally sourced, the food

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For those who are looking to indulge a bit more than the average burger joint, I highly recommend your next outing be to Buon Gusto. Being a prominent fixture for years in downtown Guelph, Buon Gusto can offer either a formal or casual experience depending on the night you decide to have.

Before mentioning their food, it is important to note that the level of hospitality at this restaurant is near unprecedented. The food selection at Buon Gusto is mainly classic Italian, so if you have a craving for meatballs, bruschetta, spaghetti carbonara, or even margherita pizza, Buon Gusto can satisfy those cravings. Pair this with their abundant wine selection and it is impossible to walk away disappointed.

Baker Street Station 76 Baker St.

As the sun sets in Guelph, there is always one place that you are guaranteed to find me.

Coexisting with their neighbour The Wooly, Baker Street has quickly risen to the top of many Guelphites’ favourite restaurant list. Capitalizing heavily on the Ontario craft beer scene, the quickly rotating chalkboard of hidden gems from uncommon breweries keeps the avid beer geek coming back day after day to either get one last sip of a favourite before it is gone, or hunt down the next holy grail. A seasonal menu works hard to pair with the bounty of unique craft beer and showcases the talent of local chefs as they display their approach to trendy dishes in the culinary world. Sometimes overshadowed by their list of beer sits a board showcasing daily specials that vary from grazing dishes all the way to duck confit.

The food at Baker Street is consistently great, but it is their passion for craft beer that keeps me coming back.

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Earth to Table: Bread Bar 105 Gordon St.

Bread Bar, who established their roots in Guelph only a few years ago, have slowly been building an empire in like-minded cities. The Earth to Table franchise opened two new restaurants in Hamilton, capitalizing on their similar cultural values to Guelph. As they continue to grow, they have cultivated a credible catering service that allows them to bring wood-oven pizzas to any occasion.

For those in Guelph who have already eaten at Bread Bar, the pizza speaks for itself. Each hand-tossed pizza pie features a list of toppings that may at first make you question the palates of those in the kitchen. But, if you are able to widen your culinary scope to include their selection of daunting pizza toppings, you will be treated to a complex dish that requires each unique topping to work harmoniously in creating one of the most creative pies you will ever have. And if you are not a fan of pizza, there is no need to worry. Bread Bar showcases some of the most underrated sandwiches and mains in Guelph.

The staff is also incredibly helpful in recommending wines from their modest list to pair well with each dish.

Hanami Izakaya

86 Gordon St.

Sandwiched between a pharmacy and a Mediterranean grill you will find one of the greatest treasures Guelph has to offer.

With very little publicity, Hanami seems to rely on word of mouth to generate busy rushes for this small restaurant.

For an incredibly fair price, Hanami offers an all-you-caneat extravaganza with some of the most beautifully plated and freshest sushi in Guelph. And they are not limited to just sushi.

Hanami widens the scope of what is traditionally available at allyou-can-eat locations by offering an assortment of wok-based dishes and curries. If the idea of gorging yourself is overwhelming, they can provide an á la carte menu for those who just wish to have some of their favourites.

Hanami Izakaya is all about experiencing new food, making it hard for me to recommend an individual plate. Every single person I have brought to Hanami has returned with someone new to share the experience with. n

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Win/Win Understanding the “beautiful fluidity” of the arts and cultural sector B y Ev a n g e l i n e M a n n

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HE Guelph Emerging Artist Mentorship Project (GEAMP) is a joint initiative run by the Guelph Arts Council and the University of Guelph’s School of Fine Art and Music (SOFAM), with support from the RBC Emerging Artists Project. It aims to foster creative mentorships between emerging and established artists, and to provide emerging artists with opportunities to develop skills within the arts industry.

GEAMP started in 2017, and has

paired 48 emerging visual artists, musicians, and cultural managers based in Guelph with established arts and cultural professionals based in or near the city. In 2019, the GEAMP culminated in an exhibition, Win/Win, displayed in the Boarding House Gallery in Guelph from Nov. 15 to 30, which featured the colourful, multimedia artwork from Yulia Balobanova, Carolina Benitez, Heather Caruso, Elly Grant, Bree Leggett, and Claire Stewart, the six emerging artist who participated in the program. I was the SOFAM student coordinator for the GEAMP and the exhibition.

Win/Win was the result of countless hours of preparation, consultation, design, development, and execution. Working with Guelph Arts Council, I helped recruit emerging artists, match mentee applicants with potential mentors, and drafted social media profiles of project participants to promote the exhibition. I also helped to coordinate the installation of artworks, an opening and closing reception, and de-installation. During summer 2019, I had

participated in the GEAMP as a mentee, but this coordinator role was a new and thought-provoking learning experience that helped me see all the behind-the-scenes aspects of community arts organizations and how they work in tandem with educational institutions to promote the arts and creativity. My role also helped me recognize the often-hidden elements of exhibitions — such as how to manage a budget, or gallery installation and safety procedures — that are exceptionally important but not often perceived upon first glance of an exhibition.

For example, an exhibition’s labels and panels are written, proofread, and printed, but they must also be installed with accuracy and precision on the gallery walls to ensure they are level and perfectly spaced apart. This experience as the GEAMP project coordinator helped me recognize that curators not only work with artwork and objects, they also collaborate with people to bring communities together.

This project additionally helped me understand the beautiful flu-

idity of the arts and cultural sector — an artist can also be a curator, a researcher, an advocate for arts/culture in their community, a leader of an arts organization, or a local business owner who supports other artists. A career path in the arts is never linear; rather, it is dynamic, constantly moving, and forever-changing with new experiences and sources of inspiration.

Working with emerging artists and mentors, as well as the talented representatives from Guelph Arts Council and SOFAM, has

helped me recognize the importance of being part of both formal and informal arts mentorship opportunities, and allowed me to feel connected and to make meaningful contributions to the local arts community. It has also made me understand the importance of becoming involved in opportunities that help artists to gain new skills, recognize their creative visions, build valuable professional connections, and participate in within the Guelph artistic community. n

Read More in 2020 How I Began to Read More Throughout the Year B y L a u r a Va u t o u r

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LOVED to read as a child. But as time went on, other hobbies began to occupy my time. The practice of reading was unfortunately neglected.

This changed at the end of 2017. I told myself I wanted to read more and made it my goal to read 12 books, one for each month. Some months I finished two and some months I finished none. By the end of the year, I read eleven books, I was proud.

This was 11 more than the year before.

In 2019, I increased my goal to 24 books. This was challenging. I just missed the mark, I only finished 22. But hey, I doubled my number from the previous year and I see that as a success!

My goal for 2020 is 50 books.

When I set my goals, I don’t pick specific books to read or follow a list. Rather, I read what I am interested in at the time.

That said, this year I do have a few specific books that are on my list — Confessions by Saint Augustine, The Brothers Karamazov by

Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Celebrations of Discipline

by Richard J. Foster, The Chronicles of Narnia

by C.S. Lewis, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey.

I began this journey to read more because I wanted to become a proficient writer. I wanted to gain knowledge and wisdom from past and current writers, but the benefits of reading are endless.

I encourage you to read. It may seem difficult, but I promise with daily discipline, reading can become routine — a splendid one at that. Pick a specific environment, maybe it’s the bus, The Bullring, a cubicle in the library, wherever you are comfortable and set aside 15 to 30 minutes a day and just read. Make a quantifiable goal, give yourself a deadline and remember to reward yourself — perhaps with a new book. Aim to win. If you miss the mark, don’t beat yourself up. Look at where you came from and look to where you can go.

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What is Printmaking?

PRINTMAKING is an artistic process of creating artworks or designs by reproducing images from one surface to another, typically done using specially prepared plates or blocks. Prints are created by transferring ink from a matrix — the material that is used to transfer the image — to a surface, often paper or fabric.

From November 15 to 17 students from the School of Fine Art and Music Department displayed their original lithographs, etchings, relief and screen prints at their annual Student Print Show and Sale.

The Ontarion visited the sale and the following prints come from current students who have generously agreed to share their work.

Photo by Shafiq Hashimi

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I am in fifth-year Studio Art. The main focus in my work comes from the statement “how awkward it is to have a body.” The work stems from my understanding of awkwardness in the body that everyone feels through movement and body image.

Pressures of body image and identity portrayed in mainstream media inspire my understanding of the “ideal” body. I mainly focus on human form and distortion through digital printmaking and painting.

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I am double majoring in Biology and Studio Art and am currently in my fifth year. My interests in space, science, and animals are usually the driving force behind my drawings and prints. I use a lot of bright colours and punchy shapes, and I love exploring patterns and characters. I am inspired by many, many illustrators and am planning on going into illustration after university!

Mary (Maddy) Young Fifth-Year Biology & Studio Art @made_by_maddd

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I am in my fifth year of an Honours Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Studio Art at the University of Guelph. Through the use of various print mediums, I have been exploring the realm of organic abstraction.

I create intricately hand-drawn compositions that consist of clustered holes. Within each piece, I also establish chaotic patterns that focus on meticulous repetition.

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“WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER”

I am a recent graduate from the Studio Art program here at the University of Guelph. I create contemporary works that emerge from different mindsets, thoughts, feelings and emotions. I translate these themes into forms, colours, lines, and layers that evolve into a mode of visual language. It’s a way to communicate the unspoken concept behind mental health, well-being, and anxieties that influence our lives.

Chanel DesRoches @chaneldesroches_art chaneldesroches.com

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“2015, 2016, 2019�

I am currently in my third year at UofG studying Studio Art. In printmaking, I enjoy the interaction between the materials and technique with the content that I am creating. The woodblock for this relief print provoked me to make patterns associated with trees that have been logged. My work usually comes from a place of memory over periods of time, and comments on my relationship with specific environments.

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A Harrowing and Lyrical Ode to the Chaos of War Review of 1917

By Prabhjot Bains

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N the weeks leading up to the film’s release, the notion that the entirety of the film would be one unbroken shot (albeit with hidden edits) created a dialogue around the technical mastery that would be on display.

This one-shot intensity, coupled with the fact that legendary director of photography Roger Deakins would be the driving force behind it, generated even more excitement about the sheer scope that would transfix the screen. However, even with the talent behind this unique method of filmmaking, I was skeptical of this “long take” method, as I thought that such a horrific period of human history would be relegated to surface level action that would only be emphasizing the grand scale of the war, not its implications on

the human condition.

Yet, Sam Mendes’ use of this one-shot method brings a certain tenderness to the war drama in a way that hasn’t been seen before.

As his camera swoops in front and behind his two protagonists charged with carrying out the insurmountable task of delivering a message through the German front line to British troops heading into certain death, he frequently gives us time to soak in the daily horrors every soldier faced in that brutish war. With those horrors at the forefront, he draws us into the humanity at the core of the main characters and the sense of duty they have. There is no bravura or manly showcase of strength, just a gliding lens that focuses on the minute to minute dangers our heroes face and the

Happiness Sappiness Take love (for example) No, I cannot love (it burns) So I write poems instead (sappiness) So I cry from my window (a troubadour) Yes, I am on an abandoned continent (emptiness) Call it my dark fate (a refusal to live?)

But I can see lights on the horizon (a better place?)

I can see love’s light (a new day?)

orchestral score, perfectly forces us to take on the heavy stakes of each action made by our heroes.

With the lens always perched on the same level and field of view of the protagonists, there is a certain urgency and intimate scope the film accomplishes as it brings us into each muddy trench, desolate town, and heated firefight.

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rience during the war. While this casting helps further both the vision and impact of the film, there is still star power featured in the supporting roles, as names like Benedict Cumberbatch and Colin Firth appear for short stints.

These short moments end up hurting the film’s impact, as they serve as a reminder that a Holly-

While the poeticism and thematic nature of the film are on full display, Mendes’ “one shot” perfectly places us in the shoes of the characters, as we take in the beauty and horror of the French landscape as they experience it.

With the casting of George Mackay and Dean-Charles Chapman, as the two men whose journey we follow, their relative unknown status helps to further our immersion into the world as no Hollywood star is there to remind us that we’re watching a film. While these actors are not the largest of celebrities, it doesn’t mean that they provide poor performances. They don’t reinvent the wheel, but Mendes’ vision doesn’t warrant it, as he gets vivid reactionary performances that serve as a conduit for every soldier’s expe-

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So I must try (happiness) I must sing (unbound)

heavy emotions labelled on their muddied faces.

Mendes often juxtaposes the film’s showcases of horrors with a simultaneous beauty of the land it is taking place on. Characters walk through lush fields and rivers with petals falling next to their feet, as they walk over the decaying bodies of civilians, enemies, and allies. All of which are humans who have experienced the tumultuous conflict they are enduring. This contrast of beauty and terror perfectly encompasses the duality of the nature of that war. Just like every soldier caught in the tides of the First World War, our protagonists must wreak havoc on the bounty of the earth in the name of their country. As moments of solitude resurface during breaks in the conflict, they can’t help but see the surviving beauty in the land that shepherds the war. What makes these themes more powerful, is that Mendes and Deakins achieve their resonance entirely visually, as the audience is forced to come to terms with them personally.

While the poeticism and thematic nature of the film are on full display, Mendes’ “one shot” perfectly places us in the shoes of the characters, as we take in the beauty and horror of the French landscape as they experience it.

This, in tandem with Deakin’s masterful cinematography and Randy Newman’s understated

wood production is in front of us.

Yet, the scope of the film is mostly left intact during those scenes as Mendes’ direction continually focuses on what serves the story the best, which are the characters and the lush cinematography.

If there is going to be only one film you see this awards season, 1917 makes a great case for why it should be your choice. As it unflinchingly showcases the horror of the Great War in a lyrical and methodical way that stays with you long after the opulent last shot. n

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What tools do you use? I’ve kept it simple using ink pens and Photoshop to colour. How would you describe your style? I’ve heard others describe it billowy and abstract, that the colours are defining signifiers. Those are good ways to put it. It is hard to describe myself, my style is very much akin to who I am as person, like handwriting. I just see the influences and its history. What does your desk/workspace/ studio look like? My workplace is usually my desk at home that has my PC, scanner, and a light-table among other things. It’s a mess. In public, I like to carry a couple of sketchbooks and maybe one or two different types of pens. I prefer to work this way, I don’t like being tied down to a singular workspace. What makes someone an artist? The decision to imitate for expression makes an artist. Instagram: @jlaguff

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How did you get started doing art? Don’t exactly remember, although I have a picture of me drawing at the age of two! What tools do you use? Everything I can get my hands on! How would you describe your style? Exaggerated realism. Who is your favourite artist, living or dead, and why? Gustav Klimt. He took revolutionary leaps in his work by perfectly juxtaposing an extravaganza of colour, shapes, and patterns with delicate portraiture; his collection of work is a constant source of inspiration for me. What does your desk/workspace/studio look like? Organized, until I start working, after which, it’s complete chaos (and not the good kind... What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever made? Created a painting using only a fork. What makes someone an artist? The act of creating. Instagram: @shehryar.art

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Selections from Archival & Special Collections:

Scrolling through a Winter Wonderland

By L a ra Carleton | Arc h i ve s C l e rk

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HE University of Guelph and its founding colleges (Macdonald Institute, Ontario Agricultural College, and Ontario Veterinary College) have a long history of winter traditions. MAC and OAC students in the early 1900s “tramped” across the snow-covered campus in snowshoes, played rivalry hockey games, attended skating and sleighing parties, and started the longstanding tradition of snowball fights on Johnston Green.

Besides daily winter activities, one of the first mentions of a winter carnival on campus dates back to an OAC Review article from 1915 which stated that “the ice was in good condition and a good crowd was present,” but it wasn’t until 1959 that the first annual Winter Carnival was held. The Winter Carnival, later dubbed Snobash or the Winter Weekend, hosted events like a snow sculpture making contest, cross country skiing in the Arboretum, and Masquerades on Ice among other winter sports and activities until at least 1987.

The popularity of the snow sculpture contest on Johnston Green was unrivalled. Students wouldn’t even allow a lack of snow to halt the event. In 1961, the OAC Review reported that students discovered a nearby pond where they “cut and hauled over six tons of ice in zero weather” — ­­­ with the help of a tractor, of course. Not only that, the students were protective of their proudly packed sculptures which were on display for the school and surrounding Guelph community to view. In 1968, The Daily Mercury reminded all visitors, especially those with children, to respect the sculptures and called out the “one idiot in the crowd” who would stomp on them — check out the full article opposite.

Whether it is borrowing trays from Creelman Hall to use as toboggans, freezing in a tent overnight to stake a claim on painting the campus cannon, Old Jeremiah, or attending the recent Winter Homecoming hockey games at the Sleeman Centre, the Guelph community, alumni, and current students alike contributed to these Gryphon traditions. n

The Ontarion has invited writers from the Library, Archival & Special Collections to share stories about the unique pieces housed in the collection. Join us as we explore these fascinating, beautiful, scandalous, and weird bits of history. You can come and explore all of these photographs and more from the Regional and Early Campus History Collection by visiting Archival and Special Collections on the 2nd floor of McLaughlin Library.

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P h oto g ra p h s [Top, opposite] Johnston Hall, January 1st, 1932.

Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 OAC A1005.

[Middle, opposite] Snow Sculptures Face Attack, January 27th, 1968. Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 UOG A0183.

[Bottom, opposite] Snowball Fight, February 24th, 1931. Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 OAC A1005.

[Top left] Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 UOG A0183.

[Top, middle] Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 UOG A0183.

[Top, right] Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 UOG A0183.

[Middle, left] Snow Sculpture, January 19, 1960.

Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 OAC A0814.

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[Middle, right, above] Ready for a tramp.

Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 MAC A0220, Bessie Philp’s Scrapbook (Class of MAC 1912).

[Middle, right, below] Snowball Fight, St. Patrick’s Day, 1926. Regional and Early Campus History Collection, Archival & Special Collections, University of Guelph Library. RE1 OAC A0833.

[Bottom, left] Snowshoeing on the Campus.

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When School Never Really Ends DVM Program technically undergrad, but there are many differences...

By Carleigh Cathcart

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ELCOME back, fellow Gryphons!

I hope you all enjoyed the holiday break that inevitably felt far too short. You may be interested to know that, as most students are easing back into their courses, I have already cut off a pair of testicles (under supervision, of course) and written two midterm exams As I giggled to myself about the crazy direction in which my life has taken me, I thought there may be some interest from the non-veterinary public into what exactly makes vet school, well, vet school.

Though technically classified as undergraduate level, the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program is greatly different from your average curriculum. Here, I highlight some of the distinctions that make these four years of university a unique experience.

SEMESTER STARTS & CARRY-OVER Students in the DVM program typically begin a few days before undergraduate students when school starts up again in September. It doesn’t take long to jump back into things, either. Thirty minutes into my first day of classes, we were already discussing vaccine criteria for our future patients. Our Christmas break is similar to the rest of the university’s, although depending on the timing, some years involve head-

ing back a week earlier in January.

Our courses also carry-over into the new year, meaning that December is more of a midterm season for us than finals. However, the content levels are unlike anything in undergrad, and by the time April rolls around, we have eight month’s worth of content to be tested on, from twice as many courses!

CREDIT LOAD That brings us to credit load. A normal undergraduate semester is considered full-time at 2.0 to 2.5 credits, or five regular courses.

In the DVM program, coursework averages 10 to 11 courses and range from 6.25 to 7.5 credits.

This could be equated to roughly 3.5 credits a semester — which might explain the frequency of eight-hour class days!

CLASS DAYS Certainly, the DVM program is academically intense. There is a lot of information (and a lot of species!) to learn in four short years, and only so much time to learn it. A standard vet school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., though not every day involves that much class time. However, we often go much earlier (or later) for surgical exercises, mandatory shadowing, Monday morning tests, or extracurricular activities.

Animal Cancer Centre at the Ontario Veterinary College | Photo by Alex Vialette

On class-heavy days, we often spend four to eight hours in the same room — can I get an interior decorator in here or something?

This schedule doesn’t include the time students dedicate to external events, including fundraisers, weekend outreach clinics for remote or low-income communities, conferences and symposia, and even College Royal.

EVALUATIONS In some ways, DVM students are evaluated quite similarly to typical undergrad assessment methods. We fill out scantron sheets, have group assignments, make short presentations, etc., however, the frequency of assessment is much higher. It is not unusual to have at least one midterm every week, and many weeks are double- or even triple-booked.

When final exams come around, the pressure is unreal! Not only is there the high content volume, but there is often a minimum grade requirement on exams (not just 50 per cent). In theory, one may find this to be a reasonable

expectation, especially in a professional program. However, 10 exams in three weeks (each with eight months’ worth of content) can present a challenge for even the most prudent scholar.

There are some interesting evaluation methods for us outside of typical realm, too. Certain courses see us graded via viva voce (oral exam), bell-ringers (my personal dread), and OSCEs (objective structured physical exams). These formats provide some relief from the constant filling-in of bubbles on most exams, but they’re definitely nerve-wracking in their own right.

PHASE 3–4 Finally, upper year students don’t get quite the summer off that most university students do.

Upon successful completion of our Phase 3 (third year) exams, we immediately enter our fourth, clinical year. This is an exciting time in our education, and the one I am most looking forward to. It begins with a mandatory eight-week placement at a mixed animal clin-

ic, to be completed at some point during the summer months.

The remaining school year (and leftover summer weeks) are used to fulfill the number of rotations required for graduation. These placements are not paid, but serve as hands-on, supervised opportunities to put the last three years of intense schooling into something applicable before we enter the veterinary world as practitioners ourselves (eek!).

Overall, you can see that with vet school comes a heavy workload, a busy schedule, and often a significant dose of fatigue. There are many necessary challenges inherent to this professional program, and while I believe there are steps our school must take to ensure those challenges are beneficial to the profession, that is an article for another day.

In the meantime, I will turn to the support of my amazing colleagues, the affectionate kisses of my dog, and eventually, my computer screen — I’ve got a test to study for. n

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CAMP U S S T R E E T ST Y LE HAVING TO CHOOSE between comfort and style while trying to negotiate the negative temperatures can make winter feel like a difficult time to dress well. To get you out of your winter blues and to get you feeling inspired, here are some more of the can’t-miss-fits seen on campus.

To start off is Eric Chen (@ericchenjy), in a comfy streetwear fit, rocking a north face parka, flannel, joggers and classic af1’s. He describes his style as, “not too much hype, keeping it simple, and not wearing too big a logo.” He gets his inspiration from streetwear publications such as HBX, Hypebeast, and Complex. Some of his winter statement pieces pictured here are his North Face coat and Air Force 1’s, “because they’re so comfortable,” says Chen.

This activewear look by Joe Muma (@joe_muma) is a fit you’d definitely see in the village at Blue, taking some R&R after a long day on the slopes. Joe’s style is his take on slopestyle; a relaxed look which he calls “fresh off the mountain.” He gets his inspiration from “YouTube and whatever’s on the internet — mainly professional skiers.” A must have in the winter for him is his Carhartt toque.

Pictured above is Maja Brajkovich and Ryder Horton (@maja_braja and @ryderhorton respectively). Ryder describes their style as “pretty laid back, very earthy.” Maja added that it’s “loose and vintage.”

They get their inspiration from “Value Village, not mainstream style, whatever’s comfy.” Their winter statement pieces include a “fat wool sweater, down filled jacket/wool coat, and definitely a toque.”

Ben Gargarella (@bengarg98) is always ready for a fit check. Here he mixes the best of both fashion worlds: wearing something that can be easily acquired, such as af1’s, and a piece that’s more of a grail, like his Chrome Hearts trucker hat. He says that he likes to “mix and match by wearing streetwear and high fashion” and gets his inspiration from rappers like A$AP Rocky and Travis Scott. Ben’s winter statement piece is his Stoney (Stone Island) jacket.

Next up is Spencer Currie wearing modern prep with some trad callbacks. He describes his style as, “a mix between casual and formal wear, sometimes being more formal than casual, and not giving it much thought.” He gets his style inspiration from his friends and his winter statement piece is a long brown overcoat, a must have for those wearing prep, ivy, or trad.

To end things off is Becca Smart (@becccasmart) wearing a self described “simple and relaxed” fit which she says the rest of her style is like. She gets her inspiration from the Instagram explore page and her winter statement pieces is “a good scarf or jacket.”

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This year you will experience increased levels of physical energy. It is a good time to set goals in relation to your physical health as this energy will help you to see them through.

If you decided to undertake a bike trip or any other form of physical activity where your feet aren’t planted on the ground, bring the required safety equipment.

The stars show that you are prone to physical injury this year.

Sometimes there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day does there? You have so many hobbies and interests. This year you will find a way to balance them alongside your ambitious health related goals.

You are always drawn to doing your own thing and this doesn’t stop with your health either. Be bold and try to work new ideas into your daily routine.

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