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Gym reopening Welcome back and see you soon! Wow, our semester has already come to an end. It’s felt like a hectic whirlwind, but we made it. Thank you all for making this semester a memorable one. The Carillon will be taking a break! When we return in January, as always, we’ll be back to accepting your art, and thoughts, and work.

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Despite discouraging any non-essential visits to campus, the university is once again opening the gym back up to students.

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RA controversy

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Unpaid reasearch positions are causing a stir amongst students in the U of R psychology.

Discovering Discovery

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Long-time Trekkie and Carillon Arts and Culture editor Julia Peterson gives us her thoughts on the new Ttar Trek prequel series.

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Sex-ed reloaded

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After a month of learning together, it’s the last sex-ed column of the year! We have your responses to the survey and some extra resources for more learning over the holidays.

Sophia Stevens

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Sarah Nakonechny brings us another week inside the life of a woman in sports. This week she talked to Sophia Stevens about her successes on and off the field.

Cold month, hot takes

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From Veggietalse bops to chocolate covered jujubes, the Carillon has crowd sourced some of the most and least nuanced takes for this very special month of November.

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Students raise alarm over psych department’s practices Unpaid RAships cause for concern sara birrell news editor

Psychology students at the University of Regina are raising concerns about the department’s practice of using unpaid research assistants in labs on campus – even as other departments, and the psych department itself – use paid RAs whose workplace rights are protected under the collective bargaining agreement of CUPE 2419. Students describe a hyper-competitive environment in which their ability to pursue graduate studies is dependent on their

be the best candidate. If you know most of the professors, there’s a high chance you’re going to get in over someone who meets all the qualifications on paper.” And just getting into a lab is no guarantee that it’s the right lab. “There’s like a weird hierarchy that you don’t find out about until later on,” Alicia said. “If you’re working with someone who has an established lab, they consider that better than if you’re working with someone who’s just working on their own individual projects who doesn’t have a lab, even if you’re doing the exact same thing.”

honours said, “at first it just strikes you as weird and you can’t quite put your finger on why and then you start getting more and more involved in things and you’re like, ‘Oh, it’s because you’re taking advantage of us.’” Tottenham said that because the positions are unpaid, and because there is a union that represents paid RAs, “we’re very much aware of the article that says that we can’t have any students doing work that would otherwise be for pay. And we really want students to know they’re not taking somebody’s job.” But

ered by CUPE 2419’s CBA. And the competitive nature of the department, in which everyone is trying to gain as much experience as possible in order to have the best chances of moving on in their field, means that even if students were given tasks reserved for unionized workers, they don’t feel that they could turn them down. “Why would I turn down something they’re asking me to do if I knew it was going to benefit me?” Melissa asked. While Tottenham said that many of the duties they ask volunteers to perform are one-time

into the lab, told to tell people to do this thing on a computer, and punch that information into a spreadsheet. That’s all I was told. I was like, ‘how am I supposed to talk to [participants] in regards to the ethics form they’re supposed to fill out? What do I do if they have questions? How much can I actually help them without hindering what’s going to happen as a result?’ I wasn’t told anything. And that’s pretty much how all of them are.” Tottenham said that the volunteer experience is meant to be a benefit for students “to see

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At first it just strikes you as weird and you can’t quite put your finger on why and then you start getting more and more involved in things and you’re like, ‘Oh, it’s because you’re taking advantage of us.’ – Pyschology student

ability to get into honours, which is dependent on their ability to get these coveted – uncompensated – RAships. Several psychology students spoke to the Carillon on the condition of anonymity, saying they were concerned that speaking out might threaten their ability to build and maintain solid relationships with faculty and administrators in the department, relationships that they say are key to any possibility of advancing in their program. Laurie Sykes Tottenham, the head of the psychology department, said that “volunteering in psychology is very much a norm.” Tottenham said that far from being an exploitative practice, “it’s something we offer to students as a service. We’re very transparent about that.” She said that because of the competitive nature of the program, lab experience is highly sought out and there aren’t enough positions to go around, either paid or volunteer. “We don’t require students to volunteer, they’re the ones that are seeking out opportunities from us.” But students have a different view of the situation, one they’re not entirely comfortable speaking publicly about. “The psych department is pretty specific in how they do things and because I’m trying to get into this honours program, it’s one of those things where if any faculty see my name attached to anything like this, there goes my chance,” said one student we’ll call Alicia, on why she didn’t want to give her name. Tottenham said volunteering isn’t a requirement “in any way, shape, or form,” but Alicia said that’s not the whole story. “What they don’t tell you they take into consideration a lot is that they want you to have two years of lab experience” before you can be accepted into honours. “They also look at the connections you have with professors. You don’t have to

And even though it’s unpaid labour, Alicia said the process of getting that work is highly competitive. “You basically have to hunt down professors and beg them to take you into their lab. And then a lot have an application or interview process to see if you’re good enough to be in their lab, though they’re not paying you to be there.” Melissa, another student who asked not to be named because she’s applying for

there’s no official framework in the department for determining what work unpaid RAs can and cannot do. “Each PI is responsible for their own hiring and their own personnel and their own volunteers. They have their own contracts.” So there’s no way for students to know what work they might be doing that should be paid work. Melissa said, “I wouldn’t even know what to look for,” when it comes to duties cov-

things, like acting as an audience in an interview, Alicia said some of the work she’s been asked to do is much more complex. “You’re looking at data or your collecting data or you’re doing things that a paid RA or an honours student would be doing, that you wouldn’t exactly expect a volunteer to be doing.” She said she was given little training for her first job in a lab. “I was given the password to get

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how research works and to build their skill sets.” She said that they couldn’t make research experience a requirement for honours even if they wanted to because “research is very transient and it doesn’t adhere to the semester structure.” Alicia said that students who are doing psychology undergrads but plan to move on to medicine or law or some other graduate program besides psychology are encouraged not to let professors know that. Past and current honours students “don’t recommend you mention that because it will actually harm your chances at getting into the honours program.” The culture of secrecy extends to what students choose to share with each other. “You feel like you kind of can’t say anything because you might be putting your personal success on the line,” Melissa said, of sharing what she’s learned with other students. “It puts us in conflicting positions as students, where it’s framed as dog eat dog. Like, look out for yourself. I don’t like the way that feels and I hope it doesn’t have to be that way.” Tottenham insists that research experience is not a requirement for honours, saying that she personally has “worked with many honours students who have never volunteered with me or with anyone else.” But both Alicia and Melissa stress that that hasn’t been their experience. “I know of one master’s student that has managed to get into a master’s and PhD program without an honors, and that’s because they took a year and did their own like independent research so they still got that experience, but they’re the only person I’ve ever heard of getting into a program without honours,” Melissa said. Alicia agreed. “They really expect you to have that research experience.”

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Gym to reopen despite COVID outbreak It’s about fixed costs, baby

holly worby staff writer Last week the University of Regina announced that they will be reinstating the $98 Recreation and Athletic Fee in the rapidly approaching Winter 2021 semester, after having suspended the fee for the Spring/Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 semesters. The fee was initially suspended due to the lockdown of campus features and activities, because students were being discouraged from physically coming on campus unless absolutely necessary, and because the majority of courses were being offered remotely, so students who lived outside Regina when not taking classes had gone back to their communities and couldn’t feasibly make the trip back solely to use the recreation and athletic facilities. Those three factors are still in effect and case numbers are higher in Saskatchewan than they’ve ever been, yet the Dean of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Harold Riemer, said they’re going forward with plans to re-open the on-campus gym facilities to students in January. The previous drop-in style will be replaced by advanced online booking to make contact tracing easier if there is a COVID-19 exposure, like the one that occurred in the Paul Schwann Centre on November 11 (yes, the same week the fee reinstatement was announced). Riemer said it’s important that this fee be charged because “There are a lot of fixed costs associated with recreation and athletics that haven’t gone away despite COVID.” These include the

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salaries of coaches and trainers, the recreational programming still being provided, and the costs up upkeep and sanitization of the physical facilities. They’re mainly funded by the fee that hasn’t been charged for two thirds of this year, and through renting out the fitness facilities, which has not been possible to the degree needed for roughly two thirds of the year as well. Riemer reported that they have been working with the policies and advisories put forward by the provincial government and the SHA in regards to the safety

was successfully and drastically lowered by the end of December, but as the government isn’t doing a lot about this, I doubt that will be the case.” This brings up an important point – Saskatchewan doctors have already publicly criticized the Saskatchewan Party for having an inadequate response to this building second wave of COVID-19. With that in mind, some students feel that the University agreeing to align with the provincial government’s regulations does not do enough for stu-

to do, and there’s probably a lot of students who didn’t move back to Regina due to online classes.” When I asked Nadine Steinley if they thought it was fair to charge students this mandatory fee, they said “Maybe just for the people in residence because they live on campus, but I’m currently in Swift Current. And I have to pay for a gym fee. I’m currently two and a half hours away – I’m not going to drive in specifically to go to the gym on campus. I see it as an unnecessary trip. Yes, going to the gym is great. Yes,

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I think it is ridiculous that they are reinstating this fee during a pandemic when literally we’re supposed to be at home, not going anywhere unless it’s an emergency or an essential trip. – Nadine Steinley

of the physical facilities, and said they will continue to abide by the guidelines set. I talked with a few undergraduate students from the University of Regina to ask for their opinions on the facilities reopening and the fee being reinstated. When I asked Maddy Bowen-Diaz if she’d feel comfortable using the facilities come January, she said “I do not think I will be comfortable in a gym setting for quite a while. Even with mask wearing and regular sanitization, it seems like an unnecessary risk for me. I would maybe be more comfortable going if the number of cases

dent safety, as those regulations clearly aren’t making a positive difference in the general population at present. “Personally, I’m looking forward to getting back into a gym and working on my fitness again. It’s something I’ve lost in this pandemic more than I like to admit. The U of R gym isn’t going to be any less safe than any other gym that’s open.” said one student who chose to remain anonymous. “That being said, I don’t know how you could charge students fees for a gym if they’re not even living in Regina to access the gym. That is a super shitty thing

it’s important. Yes, it’s great for many people’s mental health. But campus has so many people from different communities there every day already.” Unfortunately, students living outside of Regina will have to pay the fee as well, and there is no opt-out option being provided. The lack of an opt-out option and the apparent disregard for the safety of their students are what most students report as the most frustrating and disappointing factors in this situation. The University has previously offered opt-out options for things like the U-Pass, because they acknowl-

edged that some students lived too close to campus to have a use for the transit pass they’d be paying for. In that situation, the University acknowledged that charging students a fee for something they wouldn’t realistically use wasn’t appropriate, so they provided the option to opt-out. In this situation, that viewpoint is nowhere to be found. “I think it is ridiculous that they are reinstating this fee during a pandemic when literally we’re supposed to be at home, not going anywhere unless it’s an emergency or an essential trip.” commented Steinley. “I don’t understand why we have to pay for a gym fee when we’re not even really supposed to be on campus.” Since lockdown measures began in mid-March, students have been discouraged from going to campus unless absolutely necessary. At present, COVID-19 is spreading faster than it ever has in Saskatchewan. When numbers were much lower than this the University locked down completely. Now they’re charging students a fee for facilities they’re being told will be safe enough for use during a record-breaking second wave with no plateau in sight. I’ll leave you with this fun thought – charging this $98 fee to the 14,568 undergrads eligible this semester would’ve brought in roughly $1,427,664. Definitely can’t see that impacting the University’s motivation to open up facilities, though. That doesn’t line up with their business model at all.

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U of R quietly moves to privatize bookstore Other experiences cause for concern ethan butterfield sports editor During last month and September of 2019, bookstores within different communities in the State Center Community College District (SCCCD), as well as in Canada, were privatized as a part of Follett Higher Education, Inc. Recently, the U of R announced that the campus bookstore in Regina would also be turned over to a “partnership” with Follett. In an email, student affairs said the transition would be taking place over the next few months, with a

re-launch under the Follett banner in March. Concordia University bookstore (called Book Stop) became a part of Follett Canada in February of 2020. To gather more detail on the actual impact on students with the privatization of the bookstores, we can look to the bookstores at Fresno City College and Concordia University. The decision to enter privatization, with regards to both bookstores, was met with either negative or eyebrow raising

reactions from the student body at those campuses. The following, which were retrieved from The Rampage, the Fresno Community College student paper, shows different anonymous student reactions to the decision to privatize: “The bookstore failed the students.” “I am overall VERY displeased with the delays in obtaining books this fall.” “I am struggling in more than one class because of a lack of textbook/scantron.” As to why these negative re-

use “Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and CalWORKs vouchers” for the purposes of limited bookstore assistance. According to the article, lack of usable EOPS and CalWORKS vouchers came as a result of a malfunction in the system, prompting a response from director of EOPS, Thom Gaxiola-Rowles: “I am surprised because this was a company that works with other institutions and large institutions, and yet for some reason, it appears they don’t know how to

scrambled for the money to turn to Amazon for her books.” Given the above, it should be noted that in research done by those who were against the idea of privatization of the Fresno Community College bookstore, rather than going with Follett Higher Education, Inc, Barnes and Nobles was presented as the first choice “if the district must privatize.” At Concordia University, the need to privatize was said to be necessary due to financial difficulties. Roger Coté, vice-president of Services stated that, “because

A change to the bookstore’s privacy policy was also a significant issue in the mind of students. According to the same Link article, the policy change that occurred “allows Follett to work with third-party advertising and analytics providers, which can in turn collect information about students’ usage of the Book Stop.” For students of Concordia wishing to opt out, “this privacy policy is mandatory for all Concordia students who purchase materials through the Book Stop.” For those who are unfamiliar, this third party-oriented structure

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actions came about, according to the same Rampage article, the students of the Fresno Community College had been dealing with issues such as empty shelves and errors with online vouchers that resulted in a lack of necessary materials. The error with the online vouchers coincided with the bare bookshelves as vouchers via the transitional period would not scan. The students of Fresno

work with an educational institution.” As far as direct student impact, one example listed in the Rampage article is that of Jayleen Gonzales. “I was getting my money from EOPS, so I had a limited amount of time to get my books,” she said. According to Rampage, “Gonzales said the bookstore will not have her textbook until the end of the semester, far beyond the EOPS deadline. Gonzales

of changes in the publishing industry, Book Stop [had] been struggling financially for some time now.” However, according to The Link, Concordia’s Independent Newspaper “Concordia’s public financial statements dispute Coté’s claims ... While retail store revenues did decline in the 2018-2019 fiscal year as compared to the year before, the store made over $300,000 in net profits in the year prior to the sale.”

can allow for ad campaigns to be targeted more directly towards students, this being one of the issues on top of the overall privacy issue. Having looked into both the Fresno and Concordia, this provides some insight into the various aspects that come along with bookstore privatization and its effect on the student body.

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2020’s Financial Literacy Month arrives in the heart of a pandemic

Financial literacy 101: tips for students taylor balfour editor-in-chief It is no secret that university students are a group that struggles financially. The coronavirus pandemic has not made this struggle any easier. Financial Literacy Month, an annual occurrence in November for Canada, is once again at our doorstep. This year is Financial Literacy Month’s 10th anniversary, but it has arrived in the midst of a global pandemic, affecting the financial status of millions – including millions of Canadians and students – and the month is met with strain. Only a few days ago, Prosper Canada released a study that stated that “more than 60 per cent of Canadian households carry debt” and that low-income households “spend 31 per cent of their income on debt repayments.” Coronavirus in particular has hammered Canadians’ finances, with a study done by the Canadian Press showing that 2 in 5 Canadians’ financial status has “deteriorated” thanks to the pandemic. However, students seem to be in a unique position. Not only do students struggle with financial strain, but also a lack of proper financial literacy education. In 2018, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) conducted an international survey regarding the financial literacy abilities of students. This study specifically focused on 15-year-olds. Teens in

the assessment addressed topics such as dealing with bank accounts and debit cards, understanding interest rates on a loan, or choosing between a variety of mobile phone plans. It also mentioned that after surveying 20 countries, one in seven were “unable to make even simple decisions on everyday spending” regarding a wide variety of topics, such as purchasing a mobile phone plan, understanding interest rates, or understanding debit cards. So, during a time of financial strain and stress, what can

possible – set aside an emergency fund. Track your finances. In the age of technology, there are a plethora of finance tracking websites and mobile apps that can help you not only track the amount of money you spend, but also break down where you spend most of your money, see any spending patterns you have been exhibiting, and can help you keep track of your in and out-take of money. Sometimes, a visual demonstration of your finances can make it feel more manageable. While some banks may offer

derstanding of your finances? Do you want to learn how to adjust spending habits? Are you looking to merely keep track of where you spend your money? There are all good questions to consider when feeling overwhelmed by financial strain. With a great deal of our financial decision making occurring online, an important question is how does one protect themselves from fraud? The most common types of scams in Saskatchewan (based on complaints received by the Government of Saskatchewan) are phishing, ser-

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This year is Financial Literacy Month’s 10th anniversary, but it has arrived in the midst of a global pandemic affecting the financial status of millions. – Taylor Balfour

students do? Where can you go for further assistance if you are confused and in need of help? When you feel like you are out of control, finding a way to return to control can greatly help with stress. Finding control amidst financial uncertainty may help. Here is some need-to-know financial literacy information. In specific, there are a few key things that students can do to feel better in control of their finances: track your finances, reassess financial goals and objectives, take steps to protect yourself from financial fraud, and – only if

these options on their specific applications, a browse through Google of your specific app store may be able to offer you an app that offers you services you like and understand. Consider your financial goals. Do you have certain bills you need to set money aside for every month? How many bills? What do they all add up to? By determining what you hope to gain by keeping better track of your finances, you will be able to find saving and spending methods that can help you achieve these goals. Do you want to gain a better un-

vice scams, prize scams, recovery scams, and extortion. Phishing is when an individual pretends to be a legitimate organization in an attempt to get personal information out of the victim. Similarly, service and prize scams involve an individual who makes a fraudulent business offer (such as offering financial services) or prize offer (such as offering a trip to Hawaii) but where the victim must supply money upfront before the prize or service can be delivered. This is how the money is stolen in this instance. A recovery scam involves a

victim being scammed a second time. Once a victim has lost money, they may be approached by an individual claiming to work for a government or consumer agency that can help, but only for a fee. This money is then stolen and never returned. Extortion, the final type of common fraud in Saskatchewan, is when an individual illegally obtains money from a person or business through unfair coercion. To avoid being scammed, you can visit aretheyregistered.ca which is a database of registered professionals that you are safe to send your money to. Additionally, if you believe you have been the victim of fraud and require assistance, you can file online at antifraudcentre.ca or you can contact the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA). If you can, set up an emergency fund. Many students are in a position that makes spending and saving money difficult, especially thanks to COVID-19 and the cost of living and of tuition. If you are able to find spare change, consider putting it away somewhere. If you can, make saving work for you. Set aside change after a grocery trip, or make a point to put one dollar in your savings jar each month. Finances are unique to the individual. Find a technique that works for you. For more information on Financial Literacy Month, or for more information on financial advice, visit the Government of Canada’s Financial Literacy Month webpage. Michael Longmire via Unsplash

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A mid-season review of Star Trek: Discovery Discovery has jumped into the 32nd century to meet the moment in 2020

julia peterson arts editor It’s no secret I’m a huge Star Trek fan, and I feel very lucky that the franchise has been experiencing a resurgence over the last few years. While there are three new Star Trek shows currently airing or in production – Discovery, Picard and the animated Lower Decks – Discovery was the first of these to hit our screens, presenting a bold new vision of Star Trek for a contemporary audience. In terms of setting, plot and character design, Discovery took a lot of gambles. They haven’t all paid off. Some of the most persistent criticisms of the show’s first two seasons were that it felt too much like “generic sci-fi,” and not enough like actual Star Trek. The show sometimes seemed more invested in its glossy sets and highly choreographed action sequences than making any sort of moral arguments about utopian futures, which has always been (however glorious or ham-fisted it was in execution) the beating heart of every Star Trek show. There have also been times where Discovery felt a bit hemmedin by the constraints of working within a larger franchise. Because it was billed as a prequel series, the writers had to play by the rules of events that had already happened, and couldn’t introduce characters or species who wouldn’t come along until much later. Still, despite these stumbles, I’ve loved Discovery from the start. Every season has had a good number of knock-it-out-of-thepark excellent episodes, and the characters are all deeply compelling, well-acted and well-written.

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I knew the show had so much potential, and that everything would click into place once it found its feet, but it just wasn’t quite there yet – so I kept watching. But midway through its third season I can confidently say – Discovery has arrived. Star Trek: Discovery season three is not only everything I dreamed it would be and more. It is also the perfect show to watch and find comfort in during this year of collective global traumas.

species in the franchise and had a storyline that involved escaping a parallel universe through the power of gay love and alien opera on a highway made of mushrooms. So shifting the show from a prequel series to one set 930 years in the future? For the Discovery writer’s room, that’s practically tame. And then they completely stuck the landing. The first few episodes were

guarantee that any of them would make it, or that Discovery would come out of the wormhole at the same time and place (the show gives a satisfying explanation of the time-travel mechanics involved here, but doesn’t get too bogged down in technobabble). And sure enough, when Michael crash-lands, she is alone – Discovery is nowhere to be found. She soon teams up with Book, a courier from the future she has landed in (as well as Grudge,

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The best part of Discovery’s third season so far is its emotional reckoning with a world that will never be the same again. – Julia Peterson

Major spoilers for seasons one and two of Star Trek: Discovery, as well as the first half of season three, continue below Say what you will about the Star Trek: Discovery showrunners, but they have never shied away from incredible narrative risks. So at the end of season two, when Discovery’s crew decided that the only way to save the universe from an evil artificial intelligence was by jumping through a wormhole to the future, my main reaction from a narrative standpoint was … yeah, that tracks. After all, this is a show that started off with its main character getting sentenced to life in prison (which didn’t last), completely redesigned one of the best-known

an absolute whirlwind of plot and emotion, as these characters found themselves in a place that was at once a home and totally unfamiliar to them, having left most of their lives, families and loved ones in a past they could never return to. In a very smart move, the writers essentially split the first story arc over two episodes. The first one belongs entirely to Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green), Discovery’s powerhouse lead character, and follows the events that happen to her immediately after she comes through the wormhole. Michael had been flying a specially-designed suit to allow her to pilot Discovery through the wormhole, but there was no

his excellent cat) and learns that Starfleet itself, the very idea of the Federation and the principles for which it stands, is in shambles after a major disaster destroyed most of its ships in one fell swoop. But Michael is undaunted – she resolves to find her ship, find the remnants of the Federation, and rebuild. The second episode follows the Discovery crew after they come through the wormhole and experience this future universe for themselves for the first time. Unlike episode one, which was Martin-Green’s time to shine, this episode is a showcase for the brilliant ensemble cast, with Captain Saru (Doug Jones), Sylvia Tilly (Mary Wiseman), Jett Reno (Tig Notaro), Paul Stamets (An-

thony Rapp) and Hugh Culber (Wilson Cruz) in particular delivering scene-stealing performances as they repair the damaged ship and escape a planet with dangerous brigands and a surface of ice that becomes predatory in the dark. And while there are no shortage of fascinating and wonderful plot threads being woven at this point in the season, the best part of Discovery’s third season so far is its emotional reckoning with a world that will never be the same again. This was an incredibly prescient move for the show, which was renewed for a third season in February 2019, well before the COVID-19 pandemic was on anybody’s radar. The writers would not have known that, by the time this show went to air, its viewers would be watching it isolated in their own homes having not seen family and loved ones for months on end, or facing mounting and uncertain danger in their daily lives, living in a world that has irrevocably changed. But it is, somehow, the perfect show for this moment. As the characters learn to recognize their traumas, to cope, to find solace in simple things – a familiar tree, an old comedy – we see a message of hope. Yes, nothing is the same as it was, and in some ways will never be again. But there is a future for us here. And that’s the kind of Star Trek utopian vision I can get behind.

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Sexual (re)education series

holly worby staff writer Welcome to the last piece in the Sexual (Re)education series (for this year anyway …). I want to take this chance to provide some more of the resources I’ve found during my research. And I also want to share some of the comments you’ve been sharing with me about your sex-ed misunderstandings in the Sexual (Re)education survey. Respondents ranged from the ages of 19-28, and were 71.42% f e m a l e / f e m m e - i d e n t i f y i n g, 14.29% male/masculine-identifying, and 14.29% gender-queer/ non-conforming. Their sexual orientations were bisexual/ pansexual (28.57%), heterosexual (28.57%), lesbian (14.29%), polysexual (14.29%), and queer (14.29%). Some of these comments are funny, some disturbing, but all should be taken seriously because with proper sexual education all of these misunderstandings could have been avoided. Here’s the grand collection: - Until I was 20 I thought the only STI was HIV and you could only get it through penis and vagina contact. - I thought periods were going to be this incredible introduction to womanhood because no one told me cramps were a thing and sometimes I get cramps so bad I puke soooo they’re not a great time. - I thought swallowing cum could get me pregnant. - I always assumed that sex would be a painful experience that did not result in pleasure. My

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sexual education was based upon the reproductive (system) and how the body works. I fully understood that sex was pleasurable for the man and he could indulge as much as he pleased, but women were only to participate for the objective of procreation. I think this had to do with patriarchal societal standards. - I thought it was normal for sex to be over once the guy came, but sex should be about everyone’s pleasure and I can say from experience that the sex I’ve had with women has never ended after just one of us got off. - I thought the more sex I

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- Everything I know about sex was thanks to my parents or from experience. I have lived in Saskatchewan my whole life and from K-12 I did not receive one safe sex course. The extent of any sexual education I was given was a diagram of a penis and a vagina that we had to label the parts of. That was it. No health classes or information on STIs or anything. - I thought it’d be easy to communicate what I want in bed but it’s actually really difficult to communicate what you want in the moment, and no one prepared me for that. - I thought guys would be su-

inadequate that even in my late 20s, every once and a while I still discover a new way my education really got it wrong. It still astounds me that I was taught a narrative about some kind of valiant, hero’s sperm journey when sperm are actually pretty weak. Or that I was never taught about sex beyond the male/female binary, completely neglecting intersex experiences and the variety of human sex. And if you’re looking to fill some of these gaps in your own sex ed, here’s the fun part for all of you who like to do your own research! Here are some of the

I have lived in Saskatchewan my whole life and from k-12 I did not receive one safe sex course. – Survey respondent

had the looser my vagina would get but turns out that’s not how it works at all (also why does no one apply that to dicks? Like there’s no widespread rumor that they get smaller because pushing inside a vagina makes them shrink so why think dicks would legit stretch out someone’s pussy? Weirdos.). - I thought all people with penises needed recharge periods after getting off but turns out some don’t. - I though anal would be horrible but it’s actually incredible when done right.

per into using condoms because it seemed obvious to me but I’ve had guys turn me down solely because I said I wasn’t sleeping with them unless we used one. - My parents basically just told me about cis-girl puberty and my school taught me how hetero sex worked for reproduction, other than that I was basically just told “don’t do it” and sent on my way to learn from a mix of pornography (which is NOT a good learning source), conversations with friends, and experience. - There is so much that was

resources I had recommended to me by Taryn Wahl, the Education Coordinator for Planned Parenthood Regina, and Cat Haines from UR Pride: The Saskatoon Sexual Health website has a resource page with guides on inclusive language and anti-racist sexual education, as well as resources they’ve put together on STIs, contraceptives, and healthy relationships that can be viewed independently or used as presentation material in group settings. They use non-binary language, have the most recent

numbers from Statistics Canada in their reports, use an evidence-based approach, and offer comprehensive sexual education without the use of scare tactics. Robin Hilton, the Sexual Health Outreach Coordinator at URSU, recently created a Youtube account called Online Sex Ed with URSU. So far Hilton has posted videos about physically distanced dating, premature ejaculation, the history of the clitoris, and how savouring pleasure can enhance mental well-being. The book The Monsters Under the Bed: Sex, Depression, and the Conversations We Aren’t Having by JoEllen Notte, which looks at how depression can impact a person’s sexual drive and sexual functioning. Toronto agency The 519 has easily accessible training resources on LGBTQ2S inclusion, LGBTQ2S support and visibility for older adults, safe sex guides for trans women, and information on LGBTQ2S homelessness across Canada. The Zine Fucking Trans Women #0 by Mira Bellwether, which explains a variety of techniques for pleasuring pre-operation/non-operation trans women including muffing, a way to finger someone with a penis and testicles (yes, cis men too) by using their inguinal canals. The zine includes diagrams illustrated by Bellwether herself on the techniques, as adequate diagrams didn’t exist and she wanted to be as thorough in her instruction as possible.

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Netflix’s Barbarians: cringe or binge? This series might leave you a bit Rome-sick

joseph holoein arts writer Released as a Netflix Original on October 23, 2020, Barbarians was hyped by a dramatic trailer that received nearly 1.5 million views thus far. It is based on the historical battle of Tuetoburg Forest of 9 CE where three Roman legions were obliterated. But the prevailing question is – cringe or binge? Is the show worth a watch? While I won’t be offering

Furthermore, during certain scenes the Latin becomes more or less formal depending on the context, which is a difficult thing for the actors to have achieved. While some staunch historians might say, “well, didn’t the Roman soldiers speak Vulgar Latin” (also called Common Latin)? This would be the case later, but in 9 CE and because the majority of Romans we hear speaking in the show are of a higher status, Classical Latin makes more sense and some linguistics teachers have

“ many spoilers beyond the historical facts, this show does, like many other shows in their attempt to capture history, go beyond the facts to fill in the gaps of our imaginations. However, many have praised this show for adhering to the facts in a way that many historical shows fail to do. Although certain details have been added, they are mostly very minor tweaks or additions that do not drastically mislead the viewer from history. Barbarians is not in English like The Last Kingdom or Vikings. In the show, the Romans actually speak Classical Latin.

is that the Roman armour used is actually historically accurate, which is not as common in these kinds of shows as it should be. In my opinion the shaman is underwhelming. One thing to ask is, what was the director’s goal in portraying the shaman the way she was? Personally, I think what makes a shaman the most compelling is when their image is both alluring and repulsive. When a shaman is plainly repulsive without the alluring trait, we just want to shut off

gods or when there are spiritual encounters within the show that hint that the Gods are watching. Here, the show missed a big opportunity. I think I know why the director omitted these things and kept the show a bit more simple. By getting the armour and language right, I think having Germanic gods without Roman gods would make the show less objective, which is often the aim of a historian. Also, by having many different points of interest other than the

While I binged Barbarians, I think the cringe moments may even contribute to why someone should binge. For instance – spoiler alert – when Arminius is fighting in the final battle he does not take off his Roman armour but rather has a tiny strip of laughable war paint over one eye. Somehow all of the Germanic tribespeople know that this guy is on the Germanic side. In the chaos of war, I am sure that his Roman armour would have got him killed. The scene is

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actually commented on this accurate use of language. Here’s a little fun fact: modern Italian and the other Romance languages of Europe derive from Vulgar Latin. Still discussing the use of historical language, I would be more critical of the Germanic peoples who appeared to be speaking modern German – which, if this is the case, it is not historically accurate because the German language, like all languages, has changed over time. However, there has been much less commentary on this aspect of the show’s language use. The aesthetic is great but could be better. One thing to note

the show or skip the scene. We are not compelled to watch, whereas, when a shaman in the Germanic context communes with their Gods and is both alluring and repulsive they acquire that image of holiness where they are separate from the people around them. It just makes the atmosphere of the show that much more believable and enriching. Also, it can be a great icon for people to recognize the show. While Barbarians definitely mentions religion, in the show it is more a tool for power rather than of any real consideration which I also thought was a disappointment. I love heroes blessed by

main characters and immediate storyline it makes the show more complex, which is often divergent from German aesthetic trends. If you know anything about Germans, they love functionality and simplicity. A majority of the scenes are shot in the forest and attention to the scenery is often limited which is further why I think the director was going for simplicity and what was seen as necessary was kept, while anything else was cut. This rigid simplicity however gets complaints as people have said that the script is lacking in some instances, and I tend to agree with this.

almost comic. Final spoiler: when Thusnelda and Folkwin Wolfspeer steal the Roman eagle standard and the whole village dances around it almost like they are worshipping it in celebration there was a solid cringe. Just watch the show so you can let me know what you think. I think six episodes of 45 to 50 minutes is absolutely binge material and while the show made me cringe at points, it is absolutely worth the watch. If not for the history, the action and intensity along with Arminius’ internal conflict of loyalties makes the show genuine good fun.

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The second wave of vinyl record popularity Spin while you win

gillian massie web writer A little bit of music can help get you through classes. My record player sits in the corner of my room, humming all day until I go to flip it once it finishes its side. This background noise helps me and many others focus on my daily tasks. Rather than keeping the television on, I switch on my turntable and enjoy the music. The vinyl record industry is booming once again. I, for one, am very excited to see such a unique medium of music resurge into the market once again. Vinyl records sound quality makes it an attractive music medium. Unlike CDs and music sharing apps, none of the audio data is lost when pressing records. The raw, original sound produced keeps listeners opting for turntables. Listening to vinyl requires patience. You need to get up and flip your record every twenty minutes or so and make sure you catch the needle when it sticks so it does not skip. However, patience is an aspect that makes vinyl so unique. Vinyl is the easiest way to find new fun tunes that you otherwise may have skipped over. Record players do not have an easy way to cut through songs by pressing a button, like CDs or music sharing apps. Instead, you have to listen to the entire album. While many may view this as a burden, this is one of the perks of vinyl. Another stunning aspect of

vinyl is all the graphics and designs that go into the album cover art. While all albums, virtual or physical, incorporate cover art, vinyl is unique because the front, back, and inside of the album often have special and unique, never-before-seen art. Records are not just pleasing to the ears, but also the eyes. The inside of albums usually has unreleased creative content from the artist, including information and artwork unique to the album. Sometimes they even include special promo-

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and donated for other listeners to enjoy a swanky new tune. Simultaneously, there is a huge number of records from the most popular era of vinyl. Many more modern artists are now putting out special edition records for vinyl fanatics to enjoy. While music sharing apps offer students and families deals, vinyl records also have their special days when limited edition albums come out. In 2008, Record Store Day came twice a year for vinyl fanatics on Black Friday

coloured vinyl is visually stunning. More often than not, black was the static colour of viny during the first wave of vinyl popularity. Coloured vinyl is more common now but is still rare and can add value to one’s collection. While vinyl has its perks, it certainly is susceptible to damage. Vinyl is highly fragile, so be gentle! Always be careful handling vinyl. Scratches can occur regularly, which can cause skips on your record or completely get stuck. Warping of vinyl occurs

Coloured vinyl is more common now but is still rare and can add value to one’s collection. – Gillian Massie

tions with coupons or posters for fans. While minimalist artwork is effective in graphic artwork, I favor an album that is an explosion of expression reflecting the artist. The resurgence of popularity in vinyl has risen because it fills the consumer’s need to have a physical item. Digital music can be tampered with or lost if you have complications with passwords. Vinyl is a famous collector’s item that many love to show off to their friends and enjoy in their spare time. The vinyl market also has a heavy emphasis on used records. Many get traded

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and a Saturday in April, releasing artists’ newest albums and remastered fan-favorite albums. Lots of record stores are independently carrying a variety of used and brand-new records. Record Store Day brings together armies of music-lovers to support these record stores. Not only do limited edition albums attract fans, but freshly pressed coloured vinyl is a unique asset to a collection. Vinyl is offered in many colours, including a new unique marbled pattern. Sleek black vinyl records are visually pleasing all on their own, but

when the room’s temperature is too warm, and the vinyl melts out of shape, destroying your record. Always keep your vinyl away from hot or humid areas. Always handle your vinyl around the edges, avoiding the grooves. The oil from your fingers can cause dirt and dust to fuse into the records. It’s important to know that often the paper sleeves that the records come in can cause scratching, but it is better than the cardboard album case. Many records come in a plastic casing that protects the album itself. However, it is often the best for storing your record.

When you need to clean your record, either use a carbon fiber brush to reduce static that attracts dust or clean with distilled water and gently wipe with a microfibre cloth. As for storing your records, it can be tough to find a safe spot for them to live without risking damage. Thankfully, records fit perfectly into milk crates, and many people just set their record players right on top of them. Remember to occasionally clean your turntable when you do your records and change the needle from time to time. Walking into a vinyl store is like going on an Easter egg hunt. You have to take your time to make sure you do not miss anything good. Often, you may look through twenty racks to find two albums that tickle your fancy. While the search can be exhausting at times, you may find a few gems to take home with you. When I first started to collect, one of the most incredible tips I learned was when you go into the store, pick the album with the most intriguing cover art and buy it. Furthermore, explore different genres such as jazz or instrumental soundtracks. Vinyl shopping is the best way to discover new music. Not only is the sound quality outstanding, but it is also a fantastic experience just opening the packaging. My records spin all day, so while I am working to the time, I am relaxing too.

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The world of female athletes: Sophia Stevens Positive influences sarah nakonechny sports writer When you have been playing a specific sport for many years, the ability to prove yourself can become more difficult as you are competing against other people who also have very high skill levels. This has not been a problem for center back Sophia Stevens. Originally from Langley, British Columbia, Stevens made the move to Regina to play for the Cougars Women’s Soccer team and pursue a degree in international studies along with a certificate in justice studies. Although things have looked very different this year for the team she has taken the challenges in stride and is prepared to do what she needs to do for the sport that she loves. For Stevens, soccer was the only thing that made sense for her to do. At the prime age of 3 weeks old she went to her first game. As well, she grew up watching her older sister and both of her parents take part in their respected leagues and travelled with them to their tournaments allowing her to fall in love with the sport more and more. At 3 years old, she started participating in a league herself and has not looked back since. She had the ability, from age of 4 to 9, to take part in an all-boys league which she believes allowed her to view the sport from a more competitive viewpoint and also provided her with a supportive environment that she could work on the development of her skills. But, how are things looking for Stevens currently in the sport? Given the state of the world, she is back in British Columbia and playing in a cohort, which she intends to do until January. In the new year, she will be travel-

ling back to Regina so she can do more work with the Cougars team directly. Once back, she will be spending two days in the gym and three days doing team practices. These will look different than they used to as the gym will have bubbles and the team will be wearing masks during team practices. They have now been cleared for contact so they now have the ability to do more during these. As well, they have been doing tactical planning over Zoom to ensure that everyone can stay on the same page. During this time, Stevens admits that this break has been extremely draining for her. As she is accustomed to being able to go out and see her team almost every day of the week and being able to take part in the activity she loves, isolation has taken a toll on her mental health. She describes this time as the same feeling you have when you are out of a season with an injury. However, it feels more intense because it is as though everyone has the same injury. This is something that is extremely difficult to work through as unlike a

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for a week. During this time she attended a camp and had the opportunity to be coached by the Barcelona teams coaches. It was this experience that presented her the opportunity to try out the position of center back for the very first time. At the end of this experience she was awarded a certificate, awarding her the title of being the best center back present during the camp. A few years later, Stevens was able to play semi-professional at the age of 18. Not only was she the youngest player on the team but she was also deemed a starter after the first game. These amazing accomplishments are something that she can take comfort in and Stevens can look forward to the potential opportunities that will present themselves in the future. Stevens has more than just her soccer achievements to look back on fondly, she has also been presented with other many amazing opportunities. Recently she was able to run the social media aspect for the virtual town hall that was held with the intention of getting young people moti-

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a positive relationship with police. This opportunity was near and dear to her heart as not only did she get to share her love of soccer but both of her parents are police officers and being able

It is important to keep pushing forward. No dream is ever too big. – Sarah Nakonechny

regular injury, you do not know when you will be able to return. While the current times may be hard, Stevens can take pride in the accomplishments she has been able to achieve thus far in her athletic career. At the age of 15, she was able to travel to Spain and played in Barcelona

vated to go out and vote in the elections. She was also able to coach inner city school children after school hours through the Vancouver Police Department in Langley. The goal of the program was to help give these children a safe space to enjoy activities after school hours as well as form

to participate in a program that strengthens the relationship that individuals have with officers was extremely rewarding for her. She has also been able to attend one UN conference and had the ability to attend a conference held for Young Women and Public Safety personnel. These experiences

have all translated into other aspects of Stevens life as she moves forward in her schooling and everyday life. If she has learned anything from her time as an athlete, it’s that you are not going to get everything that you go after. However, it is important to keep pushing forward. No dream is ever too big and ensure that you have role models that you can look up to in order to keep you motivated to continue forward. Refuse to accept less than what you deserve and ensure that you do not step on others to get to where you are going. None of the things that are worth getting are easy to obtain but you should always keep moving forward towards them no matter how many times you may stumble and fall. You can be satisfied in yourself if you never stop the fight for what you want.

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Delays from the RHSAA and other associations Coming back in 2021 ethan butterfield sports editor Announced on November 13, the Regina High School Athletics Association (RHSAA) will be delaying their schedule of upcoming sporting events due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As I referred to in a previous article, the current state of sports will inevitably be affected by a second wave of COVID-19. Cancellations and delays for the safety of individuals are going to be a regular occurrence until the curve becomes flat. Referring to a PDF that was released by the RHSAA (giving more details about the decision), the following was said: “After exploring and discussing various options surrounding RHSAA’s winter extracurricular sports programs (especially with recent increases in COVID cases across Regina school divisions) and following Ministry and Saskatchewan Health Authority COVID guidelines around student and staff safety, the Regina school divisions have made the following decision: “Winter sports will be delayed until January 2021. More direction will be provided at the end of December. Once decisions have been finalized, RHSAA will inform all concerned parties.” In addition to RSHAA’s decision to delay sports, the Martensville Minor Hockey Association

(MMHA) will be rescheduling their ongoing hockey games due to the rapid amount of new cases. The MMHA also released a statement via their Facebook page on November 16 explaining the situation in more detail: “With the cases of Covid-19 continuing to rise in our community, and in consultation with Health Care Professionals we have made the decision to press pause on our season effective immediately. Starting tomorrow November 17, 2020 all minor hockey sanctioned events (team

The MMHA also scheduled a return date as can be read below: “Our intention is to resume December 1, 2020 should the situation in Martensville allow that to happen. “We know that there are many that have been wary about attending practices and games and I can say that surrounding communities were wary about playing our teams, so with so much at stake, this is a necessary albeit very very difficult decision. “We will keep in touch, we

province of Saskatchewan bringing the provincial total up to over 6200 cases altogether. This, of course, is of great concern among the province and brings forth the question of a second lockdown to help flatten the curve. That being said, the Sask. government has recently made it clear that a second lockdown is not on the table and will be avoided if possible. As well, there are those who have their doubts regarding a second lockdown, but as the situation is continually monitored quite closely by the Saskatchewan

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Cancellations and delays for the safety of individuals are going to be a regular occurrence until the curve becomes flat. – Ethan Butterfield

building, dryland training, practices, games) will be suspended. Continuing is just too risky right now. “As a leadership team for our Association we take our roles and responsibilities seriously, and the safety of all of our players, officials, coaches, volunteers and community remains our primary concern. “We will keep in touch, we will provide updates and we will provide as much information as possible so you know where things stand.”

will provide updates and we will provide as much information as possible so you know where things stand.” As mentioned above, the RHSAA and Martensville Minor Hockey Association decisions shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone as athletic achievement is not worth the safety of students. To shine more of a light on the current situation regarding COVID-19 (Note: the provided information is up to date as far as November 21), there were 439 new cases reported within the

Health Authority, time will tell what the decision will be regarding the above. With that aside, going back to the RHSAA’s delay of sporting events, those who wish to make general inquiries towards the association regarding their decision can be brought forward to the proper officials, as it mentioned below: “RHSAA school divisions are recommending that questions or concerns from parents, students or employees first be referred to athletic directors, then to vice

principals or principals, and finally to division offices. “Regina school divisions and the RHSAA continue to provide full support to schools, administrators, teachers, coaches, officials, volunteers, and, most importantly, their student athletes when they are able to begin a safe return to ‘Education Through Sport’. The RHSAA will work with the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the SHSAA, Regina school divisions and senior administrations to ensure this occurs.” As a general reminder for those who are unsure of what makes up the RHSAA: “The RHSAA represents Regina Catholic Schools, Regina Public Schools, Luther College, Huda School, Laval Ecole, Regina Christian School and Harvest City Christian Academy. Please refer to their websites for how they will be responding to the provision of athletics during COVID-19. “We thank you for your continued patience, understanding, good will and tireless work on behalf of Regina’s high school student athletes.” To end on a more positive note, there have been new reports suggesting that a vaccine is on the horizon. However, it’s still quite aways from being readily available for those in the general public. It is something to look forward to at the end of the day though, which should add a little comfort to this crazy world. Regina High School Athletics Association

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ethan butterfield sports editor Ah, Draft Day. No, not the 6/10 Kevin Costner movie, the other one. The one that the NBA just had. Yes, that one. November 18 marked the 2020 NBA Draft where new, fresh faces would join the ranks of the professionals and earn their keep in the glorious game of basketball. That’s the main idea, in any case. For those not familiar with the more detailed side of the draft process, it marks a timeframe where teams (usually from worst

to best) pick from a selection of college players that have, one, been scouted based on their performance and, two, their drive. Given that these two factors sync up well for a college player, then they’ll be given a prime opportunity to come and join the ranks of the elite in the NBA. That being said, it’s what follows that may lead you to think the draft process might be not all it’s cracked up to be. The usual standards in any draft are that major teams are hoping that they’ll receive the next Lebron James or the next

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Tom Brady. However, the more likely result is that they’ll be receiving the next Anthony Bennett or the next Johnny Manziel. Draft busts are all too common and present a strong case for why fans of a particular franchise shouldn’t put their faith in a magic lottery to fix all of their problems (cue the montage of every Edmonton Oiler draft winner ever). Yes, the biggest pressure from the draft is the knowledge that if those chosen don’t perform to

questionable. Before we dive into that, let’s dive into Edwards’ career a bit. Edwards spent his lone college season of basketball playing with the Georgia Bulldogs (going 16-16 on the year). During his time there, he acquired the title of SEC Freshman of the Year and put up an average of 19.1 points (as well as 5.2 rebounds). All in all, draft worthy. However (this being where the questionable part comes in), despite being 1st overall and SEC Freshman of the Year, Edwards made some in-

any of that [in the NBA]. You’ll get fined.” Now these statements bring a couple reactions to the table. If you’re a fan of the Minnesota Timberwolves, the reaction is probably along the lines of “Uhhhhh…” in a worrisome, “why is this happening” sort of tone. If you’re an NBA fan in general, your reaction is probably along the lines of “Uhhhhh…” in a confused and more-than-likely put off kind of tone. Basically they’re two variations of the

scouting reports on Edwards and his ability to be effective defensively, as well as versatility making him an “immediate producer”, I think Timberwolves fans have nothing to fear. It could also all be a nightmare, resulting in the worst season in Timberwolves history, but hey, it’ll probably be fine. To finish up and top pick aside, here are the other nine selections from the 1st Round of the NBA Draft, making up the rest of the top ten:

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the incredibly high level as their franchise demands them too, they’ll inevitably be tossed to the wolves. Left to live out their days as a “what could have been” article. Of course, the opposite is also very much a possibility (as mentioned above with James and Brady). The general view of the draft process aside, let’s get into the real meat of the 2020 NBA draft. This year’s top draft pick was fairly interesting as it saw the Minnesota Timberwolves land Anthony Edwards, a pick that I’m sure a few Timberwolves fans found

teresting comments with regards to the game of basketball. According to an ESPN article looking into Edwards’ life and future in the NBA, Edwards said that “I can’t watch basketball.” “I’m still not really into it,” he continues. “I love basketball, yeah. It’s what I do.” According to the same article, Edwards would also change from NBA to NFL if the opportunity presented itself, “Because you can do anything on the field,” he explains. “You can spike the ball. You can dance. You can do all type of disrespectful stuff.” “You can’t do

same reaction, that reaction being “what gives?” It is curious to hear “I can’t watch basketball” coming from a top NBA pick (now official NBA member), but at the end of the day, it might be better than people think. Watching and performing are two completely different things, the act of actually participating in a sport brings out a whole more interesting side of it. I mean honestly, if you think every member of the MLB actually enjoys watching baseball then severe errors were made in your judgement. Overall, given the

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The benefits of physical activity for students Get up and go

sarah nakonechny sports writer We have all heard that physical activity is good for you. This is something that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard since you were small and you will continue to hear until you are old and grey. But, how does this benefit you as a student specifically? For some, it is extremely difficult to get motivated and go do some kind of physical activity, especially with the seasons changing and the frozen tundra taking over out-

all scrambling to find enough time in the day to study for finals, finish assignments and find time to breathe in between it all. By sparing some time to get moving and participate in some form of physical activity it will provide you with a natural energy boost and lower your feelings of mental fatigue. This is great news for your wallet as you will not have to purchase such large quantities of coffee anymore, just maybe a pair of running shoes. Getting up and moving

than to crash and with no mental energy to help us get there. By tiring out your body you should be able to fall asleep easier and stay asleep longer which is a gift that we all need at this time of year. As we know, sleep is where we process a lot of our information from the day, so ensuring that we get adequate amounts of it is crucial. This is especially important as we enter into this home stretch. Another really important thing that participating in consistent physical activity allows is for

ier. You may be able to do more reps, go a further distance or just not sound like you are going to lose a lung when you walk up the stairs too fast. These are all major upsides that we can feel satisfaction in accomplishing, and helps break up the never-ending feeling of constant work with limited reward that we may feel from our coursework. This is also the brain break that you may not have realized you needed so desperately. With many of us studying from home

break. As many of us feel a constant compulsion to keep working as we are just sitting at home the quality of our work suffers as the day goes on as a result. Set an alarm on your phone and walk around for five minutes every hour to break up that time. It will not only make you feel physically better but it will also improve the quality and potential quantity of your work as well. Just because we are students does not mean that we need to constantly work on flexing our

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Just because we are students does not mean that we need to constantly work on flexing our mental muscles, we also need to work on our physical ones as well. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sarah Nakonechny

side which can make it increasingly more difficult to want to do this. The following benefits will hopefully help keep you motivated to get up and at least pace your house a few times a day to help keep the blood flowing and your muscles moving. The first benefit of energy is that it acts as a natural energy boost. Especially now as the term begins to come to a close we are

around will also help to improve your quality of sleep. With that end of the term cramming and the never-ending feeling of panic that follows it, tiring out your body will help get it on the same page as your mind when it is time to fall asleep. Many times we go to bed feeling mentally exhausted but our body has not gotten the memo. This leaves us to lay awake for hours wanting nothing more

one to gain a constant sense of achievement. It is far too easy to get weighed down by the grades we receive and the hopelessness that can creep in when thinking about certain classes as it feels like your work is never done and things are not going the way you were anticipating. By performing consistent physical activity you can feel a sense of gratification and accomplishment as the tasks you are performing become eas-

and trying to limit the amount we go out it does not allow our day to be broken up like it used to be when we had to commute and move between various locations throughout the course of our day. By choosing a time in the middle of your day to spend some time walking around, working out or doing anything else physically active that suits your fancy it allows for you to take a forced brain

mental muscles. We need to work on our physical ones as well. As it gets colder, being active becomes more difficult and this makes it important to remember why we are doing this in the first place. It is not just to become physically strong but to also help us as academics as well. Get up, move around, and enjoy what your body can do; your coursework will thank you for it later.

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editor: marty grande-sherbert op-ed@carillonregina.com the carillon | novmeber 26 - january 14, 2020

“Financial literacy” is a bullshit concept

Budget yourself rich

November is Financial Literacy Month, and since our editor-in-chief Taylor was kind enough to give us a primer on how to take advantage of the tools and services provided for students in news this week, I can say what’s really on my mind—which is that financial literacy as a concept is a scam in the way Mother’s Day is a scam. On the surface, both seem like the kind of thing you can’t argue with. Who’s going to say that mothers shouldn’t have a day? Only an asshole. Who’s going to argue that people shouldn’t be financially literate?

that best meet their needs? Are you going to launch a shitty podcast, too?” And to you I would say that, yeah, sure it’s good to have a budget. Sure, people should be empowered to make good financial decisions so they don’t get ripped off by the credit card company or the landlord (even though the very existence of the credit card company and the landlord is a ripoff in itself). But the problem here isn’t about taking individual responsibility for our finances. It’s about the inadequate tools we are being handed to deal with large-scale systemic

count. But the biggest barrier to financial security is capitalism. This is a system that allows for the minimum wage in every single major Canadian city to be well below what it costs to rent a one bedroom apartment (let alone eat and pay utilities). It’s a system that allows teenagers to take on massive amounts of debt to pay for school, debt that is almost impossible to discharge even in bankruptcy. This is a system that allows for predatory lending companies (payday loans, by any other name) to commit usury (a crime once punishable by death

curity, they would strengthen our labour laws, giving workers more control over their conditions and their wages. They would guarantee public housing, institute universal pharmacare, dental care, and mental health services. They would set a $20 minimum wage federally, crack down on predatory lending, and cancel student debt. What’s more, they would pay for it by taxing the wealthy, who have accumulated staggering amounts of wealth through the exploitation of the very people being told that their financial woes are their own

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Facing the crisis of capitalism in our personal lives with a budget document and a financial advice template is like battling a mammoth with a stone. – Sara Birrell

Only a dirtbag leftist. But just as Mother’s Day is a scam cooked up by card companies to sell cards, financial literacy is a scam cooked up by capitalists to sell the idea that poor people are poor because they can’t manage their money, and not because we live in a brutal system of inequality. “But, Sara,” you ask. “How can it possibly be bad that someone would take control of their finances by learning to budget properly and make informed decisions about the financial products and services

problems of wealth inequality and wage slavery, among other things. Facing the crisis of capitalism in our personal lives with a budget document and a financial advice template is like battling a mammoth with a stone. Financial literacy presumes that the biggest barrier to financial security is the fact that people don’t understand how interest rates work, or that they need to diversify their investment portfolio (lmao), or that it’s important to have a savings ac-

and excommunication) on every other street corner. It is a system that has forced millions of workers to go to work during a deadly pandemic because they could not afford to stay home and stay safe. In the face of these problems, we can see that being financially literate is not enough to lift you out of the system of entrenched inequality that we live under. If the Canadian government - whose brainchild is Financial Literacy Month - really wanted Canadians to have financial se-

fault. You should not need to be financially literate to have secure housing and access to healthcare, transportation, utilities, and nutritious food, and we need to recognize that financial literacy as imagined by capitalists is not enough to guarantee you those things either.

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“I have 4 dollars.” -Patrick Star

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“Remembrance” and the Forgetfulness of War

As we remember those lost, there is so much we still forget

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Lest we forget.

“The common people pray for rain, healthy children, and a summer that never ends. It is no matter to them if the high lords play their game of thrones, so long as they are left in peace. They never are.” – George R. R. Martin Just this past week, Canada and several other countries observed Remembrance Day, a day set aside to remember those who have fallen in the many wars our nations have had to fight. This might be an unpopular opinion, but I love that we do this. I cannot presume to know the reasons those soldiers had in their hearts for signing up for duty, but the end result remains undeniable – they made the ultimate sacrifice, and at least beginning to acknowledge them can only be a good thing. At least, it can be the beginning of a good thing. To truly honour the memory of those soldiers, a lot more still needs to be done. For one, maybe we can avoid adding

fist. To which I object right away; I am a hopeful pacifist. I am not claiming putting a stop to armed conflict will be easy, but nothing worth doing is easy to do. If we truly mourn those who have fallen in the many wars nations have chosen to fight, maybe we need to also temper the trend of powerful men in capitals around the world sending off more such youth to wars they have decided are worth fighting. As a person of colour, and someone whose country was colonized for nearly two hundred years, I feel like there is another perspective I bring to the tradition of Remembrance Day. During both the first and the second World War, the Indian subcontinent was a colony of the British Empire, and our young men were commandeered to fight battles for the very entity that was depriving them of rights and opportunities, in their own homeland! As

asked to fight a war defending their own oppressor, and now I am even denied the respectful remembrance that many others are getting. Again, I am not begrudging that we choose to remember those who fell in the line of duty. I just wish we chose to remember all who did so, and that we didn’t ignore the ones who make us realize the inherent unfairness of the whole thing. Even in this part of world, we need to consider Indigenous veterans in Canada, or African-American veterans in the US. Imagine knowing all your life that you are not equal to the other citizens of this land, that you will never have the same opportunities they do – unless, somehow, that equality is in opportunity to die in battle for the glory of the state. During their service, these people were not given the same treatment, and even in death they are not remembered the same way. I remember

begin to suffer, the civilians do. I remember reading somewhere how few people remember that the first country the Nazis occupied and ravished was Germany itself. Next year, when we remember the casualties of war, maybe we can choose to remember the refugees, the unemployed, the marginalized, and the collateral damage of great nations playing at great wars. They may not have died on the battlefield, but they are no less martyrs of the war our soldiers perished in. Once again, the last thing I am implying is that we should not observe Remembrance Day. If anything, I am saying we have observed countless half-baked ones. Next year, let us really observe it. Let us honour those who put on the uniform of a country that barely considered them full citizens. Let us honour those who had little if any say on whether there should be

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It’s almost like I know a different history, one where my brethren were asked to fight a war defending their own oppressor, and now I am even denied the respectful remembrance that many others are getting. – Hammad Ali

to — or at least we can slow down the rate at which we add to — the list of people who lay down their lives in service to the ideals of their nations. More often than not, these individuals step up, fight, and die in wars they have little to no agency in starting. Every time powerful people in immense buildings decide there is just cause for a war, the death sentence for more ordinary people is written. As the African proverb goes, “when the elephants fight, it is always the grass that suffers.” I am aware that many have already pegged me down for some hopeless paci-

one Indian writer has often commented, it is a bit rich to enlist someone in your battle for democracy when their own country is being deprived of democracy by your government for its business interests. The problems do not stop there, either. Ask anyone in the subcontinent, and they know tales of the brave Sikh, Gurkha, and Pathan soldiers that fought bravely in both the World Wars. Yet in the four years I have been in Canada, there is hardly ever any mention of these tales, except from my Sikh friends. It’s almost like I know a different history, one where my brethren were

reading once that during the Second World War, an African-American citizen in the USA was not allowed to vote, but he was allowed to die in battle for his great nation. If we want to truly honour the memory of those fallen, how can we do so without acknowledging the unique sacrifices our Black and Indigenous friends had to make? I know my list of criticisms grows long, but I have not even mentioned the biggest one yet. When nations go to war – when kings, presidents, and Fuhrers want to “make their nation great again,” their soldiers suffer. But long before the soldiers

a war, had nothing to gain from it either way, and nevertheless lost their lives. Let us pledge to make a world where every year, we will observe Remembrance Day with the odd realization that there was once a time on this earth when nations did not used to raise weapons against nations. May that day come again in our lifetimes.

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The Man-Hater and the Clown

A comic I drew instead of writing an article, for reasons

Image description: a 9-panel comic in black and white. Panel 1. Person with glasses wearing a button-up shirt pictured with their hands in the air. PERSON: I hate men. WORD BUBBLE FROM OUT-OFPANEL: Excuse me. Panel 2. Person faces a clown doll. DOLL: Man-hatred is actually bad. PERSON: Why are you a vintage porcelain clown DOLL: Artistic reasons. DOLL: Anyway Panel 3. Clown doll sits at the bottom of the panel with dialogue above. DOLL: Men face lots of serious issues too, especially trans men. Don’t you think that attitude is harmful to them? Panel 4. Person stands to the side with

dialogue to their right. PERSON: I mean, there are lots of men in my life. I would never personally attack them. I’m talking about men as stakeholders of patriarchy. Y’know?

Panel 7. Clown doll stands to the side looking angry with its hands in the air. DOLL: Well I feel ashamed when you talk about men like that! It hurts my self-esteem. I do my best not to be oppressive.

Panel 5. The person and the doll are floating heads beside each other. DOLL: Then why not say that PERSON: Because sometimes people need to vent about the ways men have unfair power. It wasn’t even meant for you to hear. DOLL: Women are abusive too sometimes.

Panel 8. Person stands to the side looking sympathetic. PERSON: It can be uncomfortable to deal with your own privilege, but that’s not the problem of marginalized people. You have to work through it if you really care about solidarity. Sorry.

Panel 6. Person is a floating head in the upper left corner, looking angry. PERSON: Of course they are, but the abuse isn’t systemic. Do you fight like this about misogyny and transmisogyny? Those aren’t just jokes that hurt feelings. Why police people for reacting to their oppression?

Panel 8. The person and clown doll stand beside each other, the person smiling while the doll looks up at them. DOLL: Does this mean I’m bad? PERSON: Of course not! We are all so much more than the systems that harm us. You matter too!

a portrait of the artist as a clown

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nov 26 - jan 14, 2020

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No nuance November: the U of R’s hot takes Say it and run

Every November it seems there is some kind of mass social “challenge” everyone partakes in, probably because November is about the most boring and uneventful month of the year. It seems to have flown by already without anyone noticing, but as usual, there was something new to keep us all entertained meanwhile. This year the challenge was “No Nuance November,” where we are encouraged to “post hot takes and run.” Many have used this as an opportunity to state their opinions about relatively inconsequential things like whether Star Trek is better than Star Wars, while some others have taken it as an invitation to give “no nuance” takes on things that probably definitely need some nuance. It’s important to remember, in this editor’s opinion, that just because stating an opinion causes an exciting stir doesn’t mean it’s responsible to do so. Sometimes, failing to consider all sides of an issue can cause you to sound like you’re totally disregarding the experiences of others, and if it’s an important conversation it’s not a good thing to always approach it in bad faith. Most importantly, you shouldn’t really be posting “hot takes” on things that don’t affect you. Giving a “no nuance” opinion about racism, for example, if you’re a white person, sort of leaves BIPOC to deal with the implications of what you said while you just get to treat it like a fun challenge. Again, nuance has its place! That being said, there are some stances that I do think deserve to just exist unapologetically, and I also think sometimes people need to be able to express their discomfort with something without being picked apart for it. In that spirit, and in the

spirit of jumping on another bandwagon, I decided to solicit some No Nuance takes from the Carillon staff and the general student body for this, our final issue of the semester. Most of them just turned out to be the silly, inconsequential things, but that doesn’t mean people can’t get fired up over some of them. Without further ado, here are the takes. I decided to weigh in on my reaction to them –not because anyone asked for it, but because I’m writing the article so I’m

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EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment Ketchup chips are the worst chip flavour. Ketchup shouldn’t be the dominant flavour in anything. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Disagree Veggietales has some absolute bops. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Agree Tomato-based sauces are the worst pasta sauces. EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment

XOXO, gossip girl.

adding my verdict as a treat. I will categorize all these takes by either “agree,” “disagree,” “no comment” (for things I don’t really have an opinion on or the context for), and “needs nuance” (for things that I think actually need to be explained a little more or have some qualifiers.) If you’re sorry you missed your chance to weigh in, there’s still a post up on the Carillon’s twitter and Facebook profiles where you can comment. Staff writer Holly Worby: Boneless bites are better than wings because you can actually eat the whole thing so you’re not paying for bones in the weight. EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment Cliffhanger endings are from the devil – I want closure, dammit.

Tech editor Shae Sackman: Horror movies suck. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Disagree Crunchy peanut butter is superior. always has been, always will be. EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment Web writer Gillian Massie: There is not one bad song from the entire Phineas and Ferb series. EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment Ice cream trucks should be a thing again, even in the winter. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Agree Editor-in-chief Taylor Balfour: Jujubes are DISGUSTING and don’t even get me started on the chocolate covered ones. EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment

Everything to do with Harry Potter is super overrated. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Agree The Cheetah Girls were the best music act to ever come out of Disney. EDITOR’S VERDICT: Agree Contributors: Andrew Garfield is the best live action Spider-Man. (Grayson Suchy via Facebook) EDITOR’S VERDICT: No comment The minimum wage does more harm than good and should be abolished. (Alex Norleen via Facebook) EDITOR’S VERDICT: Needs nuance Raichu is better than Pikachu. (Amir Said via Facebook) EDITOR’S VERDICT: Disagree Being in school is way easier than the real world. Study hard. (Shaynee Modien via Facebook) EDITOR’S VERDICT: Needs nuance What are some of MY no nuance takes? That’s a secret I’ll never tell. XOXO, gossip girl. (Honestly though, although I try to include as much nuance in my articles as possible to avoid being misinterpreted, you can probably read through them and figure it out what I refuse to budge on pretty fast.) On a related note, thanks to all my contributors, writers, editors, and readers for making it possible to have this very weird semester of the op-ed section. I only hope that more of you and a wider variety of you will be able to participate, contribute, and be compensated for such in the future. After all, hot takes are what it’s all about.

marty grande-sherbert, carillon staff + contributers

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