The Campus November 28th, '18

The Bishop’s University Newspaper Vol. 74, No. 7

Spring flowers and Degrees since 1944 NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Graphic by Kate Schwartz

UPDATE FROM VP STUDENT LIFE: LOOKING BACK ON FALL SEMESTER , PAGE 2

THONG ASSOCIATED WITH CONSENT IN RAPE TRIAL, PAGE 3

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: CANADA’S FOOD WASTE ISSUE , PAGE 3

WHERE MEN ENTER CONVERSATION: IS THERE ROOM FOR US TOO, PAGE 4

7 STORIES: BUDD GIVES FIRST SEMESTER A HAPPY ENDING, PAGE 8

WOMEN’S HOCKEY RANKED 1ST IN ACHA RANKINGS, PAGE 11

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THE CAMPUS NOVEMBER 28, 2018

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THE EDITORS 2018-2019

Update from VP Student Life: Looking back on the Fall Semester

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FEATURES EDITOR JESS LAPENNA

Bundle up Gaiters! It’s November and winter is here to stay! It’s time to hang up the floats and trade them for toboggans and skis.

Put on your snowsuits because it’s going to be another winter for the books! The end of the fall semester is fast approaching and I’m sure that some of you may be getting a little antsy as finals are nearing.

I trust that we will all remember the fall 2018 semester having encouraged our individual and collective growth, and enhanced our overall experience as students. Orientation Week has wrapped up in the jungle, and we’re ready for an exciting Winter Orientation with all the new Gaiters who will be joining the Bishop’s community.

This semester I hope you all had the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, try new things, and that you took every opportunity to enrich your student

experience and love it as much as I do! Here’s hoping that all of you Gaiters were able to participate in some of the student-organized activities!

Halloweekend’s Gait night featuring special guest DJ PAQ’s on the tracks, and all of you BUties dressed up in such unique and entertaining costumes.

The bike ride to North Hatley, which was a peaceful and rewarding way to explore the Eastern Townships. My bum was for sure sore on the ride back to Bishop’s, though the views and the experience were well worth it This year, our men’s rugby team made it to the RSEQ finals for the first time since 2009.

And last but not least, the visit of seven golden doodle puppies on Puppy Day during midterm season to provide students with a much needed break from studying.

There are more great projects, activities and

events to look forward to during the 2019 Winter semester: Winterfest! is an epic SRC event, filled with the annual rail jam, live music, dancing, laughter, and enjoying our Canadian Winter.

Students will also have the opportunity to take advantage of additional activities and events such as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, grad formal, and other surprises to ensure that you all enjoy your Bishop’s journey.

The semester is almost done, it’s the last push before you can relax and remember to drink lots of water #hydrationstation.

This holiday season, curl up with a cold one or a hot cup of cocoa by the fire, and surround yourself with good people. Remember to embrace every moment, enjoy the journey with friends, and breathe.

Take it easy, Gaiters!

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Update from SRC President: Sexual Violence Policy, COOP Proposal, and Commemorative Ceremony

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THIS ISSUE CONTRIBUTORS Sydney Brennen Gemma Camara Marielle Caruth Finnian Cronin Paul Haddad Joshua Hoekstra Bronwen Holder Joshua Metcalfe Hurst Marianne Lassonde Philippe Lapointe Lassonde Alexandra Medalsy Leah Nyssen Pamela Pascal Sonia Patenaude Max Taylor Meghan Van Wyck

ALEXANDRA MEDALSY Contributor

Hello, Gaiters! It has been a while since my last update. The grass was greener, the weather much warmer, and we were all relaxing outside, making new friends, reconnecting with old ones, and sharing tales of our summer experiences! Now that the clocks are turned back and the ground is covered, it is more than fitting that I give you another update with the end of the semester in sight.

The SRC has finally received an updated copy of the Sexual Violence Policy. We have initiated communications with the Dean of Student Affairs to discuss the details. This policy will be made available to the public shortly, and a town hall will be held to hear all our community members’ comments and concerns.

On the issue of the SUB renovations, we are now finalizing the detailed plan and organizing the demolition that will start as soon as next semester.

Finally, there is the issue of the COOP

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business proposal. In October, this topic was brought up in one of our Board of Student Representative meetings. There is a proposal to switch bookstore companies from Follett to COOP, enabling the University and students to have more of a say on how it is run. This includes and is not limited to store hours, merchandise, book prices, who sits on the committee, and the hiring process. If all goes according to plan, the COOP would also be running Doolittle’s. We are now getting into the finer details and I will keep you all updated when we get more information. The hope is to get this project up and running by the time the bookstore is ready to move back into the newly renovated SUB. Additionally, I have attended and participated in a few events that really touch close to home.

On October 31, I opened a ceremony that was held to commemorate the shooting in a Pittsburgh synagogue during service on October 27 to address the issues of hate and intol-

erance. A few speakers from multiple backgrounds addressed the students, including Dean Michele Murray, Jesse Dymond, Ahmad Rateb, and Mohamad Hamdan.

I also participated in the Town’s Remembrance Day parade on November 11 and laid a funeral wreath, on behalf of all of you, in an effort to honour and never forget those who fought so valiantly to protect our lives.

From Nov. 24 to 26, the executive team will be attending a Quebec student union caucus held and hosted by the BU SRC thanks to the hard work of Marilyn Hardy.

These are some of the recent and bigger projects I have been leading your SRC team on. As always, if you ever have any questions or comments, or just want to chat, please feel free to stop by my office or send me an email.

I look forward to seeing everyone back in January, wish you all a happy holiday season and a very happy, successful and healthy 2019!

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Update from SRC DFO on Winterfest 2019 JOSHUA METCALFE HURST Contributor

Wow, the semester has flown by and what a time it has been. I’ve learned a lot between juggling school and everything else on my plate, but in this position, I feel that I’ve come a long way from where I was at the end of the summer. I’m really comfortable in my role and have a great team working alongside me.

Our next big event is Winterfest 2019! Mark Feb. 2 on your calendars and tell your friends from other universities to book it off as well. This Winterfest is going to be even bigger and better than last year, and we want to show everyone the incredible weekend that makes Bishop’s so special. Things will kick off with a wild ski lodge-style happy hour on January 31. Make sure to throw on your finest après-ski attire and come ready to have a couple cold ones after a long day on the slopes (i.e. classes).

We’ll be working with the BU Snow Club to plan for a wicked rail jam on Saturday, with students and guests

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both competing in ski and board. There will be some awesome prizes, as well as an MC and panel of judges.

The festival grounds will be surrounded with an ice bar, food, games, and DJs mixing all day long.

At night for entertainment, we’ll be switching up the style of music from last year with a big-name DJ coming

in. Trust me, you guys are going to be stoked. The stage setup is going to be insane and the light show is going to create an amazing atmosphere at the quad. We’re also planning to get more heaters for Saturday to help keep everyone warm! For all of you first-years experiencing this for the first time, I hope you’re ready. And for you upper-year students, I hope this will be your best Winterfest yet. We’re always open to feedback, so feel free to talk to us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding the weekend.

I hope everyone is as stoked as we are. I have no doubt it’s going to be one for the books: so, bring your friends, neighbours, and the next stranger you see walking down the sidewalk.

My brother and I have already invited our mom, so hopefully she’s up for it.

Food for Thought: Canada’s Food Waste Issue LEAH NYSSEN Contributor

Canadians rank amongst the top 10 biggest consumers in the world, which in our population of less than thirtyseven million, is mind-blowing. Most of Canada is extremely fortunate to have access to fresh produce and other groceries, but it has recently been reported by the CBC that Canadians waste approximately thirtyone billion dollars of food produced in the country.

That amount of food counts for about 40% of all foods produced: 40% that could be feeding almost half of the country. With all the money that Canada wastes in food, we could afford to ship a lot of it to communities in need, especially up North where fresh produce is highly expensive and unattainable by many.

A lot of this food is thrown away before it even hits store shelves. Many farmers and other producers discard any blemished or imperfect foods as it is not wanted or

declined by distributors. The issue with food waste isn’t solely the amounts of food that could feed millions: it also has to do with the amounts of methane that rotting organics emit into the atmosphere. Methane is one of the worst green-houses gases that contributes to the ever-growing global warming issue.

What can be done to reduce food waste, you ask? A demand for imperfect or slightly blemished foods needs to be made across the country. If there is a demand, marketers will make a higher quantity available. These slightly blemished foods are completely edible, taste the same as “perfect” foods, yet are deemed unacceptable by the standards of suppliers who only want to sell foods that appear untouched to attract consumers and to get the best price for their products.

Other things we can do as responsible consumers is

to be liberal and minimalistic in what is needed to be bought. Buying only what you need, instead of everything you want, can shrink your food bill, while also reducing your carbon foot print.

As a small reminder: a “best before date” is not the same as an “expiration date”. A “best before” date indicates that the product may taste or appear fresher before a specific date, but does not indicate that it has expired. Good judgement must be used in order to decide if the food is edible after the best before date has passed.

Bishop’s “Bon App” Community Fridge is an excellent tool that is easy for everyone to use to reduce food waste and allow others to enjoy foods that would otherwise be wasted. It makes such a difference when, even a small community like Bishop’s, adopts the responsibilities that we have as good consumers.

Thong Associated With Consent in Rape Trial VICTORIA DE MOREL News Editor

In Cork, Ireland, the defence lawyer’s controversial remarks during a rape trial has sparked outrage and street protests. The twenty-seven year old man on trial maintained that the sexual encounter with the underage girl was consensual. The court took his side as his lawyer brought up the victim’s thong as “proof” of her consent, saying: “You have to look at the way she was dressed. She was wearing a thong with a lace front.”

Irish protestors took to the streets in reaction to the defence lawyer’s comments, brandishing thongs with messages such as: “my clothes are not my consent”, and “stand with survivors.” Among the protesters on the streets of Cork was Rosa Socialist Feminist Movement who stood “in solidarity with survivors and demand an end to victim-blaming in the courts.” In addition to the street protests, the trial has engendered the hashtag #ThisIsNotConsent. Women took to social media to share their support of the victim and their anger over the insensitive and unfounded comment by posting pictures of their thongs.

In Ireland, with a history of socially conservative rules influenced by the Roman Catholic Church, women’s issues have not been a priority. But in the context of the #MeToo movement, this trial marks a significant step back in the fight against victim blaming. The case highlights the myth that women’s clothes play a role in sexual assault cases, that a woman has in some way done something to provoke this type of violent crime-- that the victim is to blame for the crime. It is the perpetuation of rape myths that set back the progress towards justice for sexual assault survivors.

The street protests and #ThisIsNotConsent have gained widespread support and show Irish women have found the confidence to speak up to ensure discriminatory comments and victim blaming by the courts will not go unnoticed. The protests and hashtags support not only this young woman, but all victims and survivors of sexual assaults, in hopes of bringing change to flawed laws concerning sexual assault.

Protesters carry thongs in support for victims of sexual violence in Dublin, Ireland, on Nov. 14, 2018. Photo courtesy of abcnews.go.com

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Where Men Enter The Conversation: Is There Room For Us Too? JOSHUA HOEKSTRA Contributor

This week on Brian Cain’s podcast Peak Performance Series, one that I regularly follow, I listened to Brenda Tracy’s interview. Refreshing and full of relevant points, she spoke about her “set the expectation” movement, which aims to help shift campus culture in regards to sport-related sexual assault and violence. She focuses specifically on encouraging and helping men become a part of the cultural change on campus. She does this through the communication of expected behaviors to members of sports programs that join the movement.

This means that both players and coaches pledge to a code of conduct in which violence of any nature won’t be tolerated or supported.

While the movement itself doesn’t seem that different from the general narrative around sexual assault and sports, Tracy and her aims certainly are. A survivor of a drug induced gang rape by four university football players, she tells her story powerfully. Following the assault, Tracy went to the police in hopes of justice.

However, the assault soon became a scandal given the profile of these players. In response to death threats and the pressure of the DA telling her of the futility in pressing charges, Tracy completely withdrew them.

In the aftermath of the scandal, the rapists’ coach publicly stated that “[they] are very good guys who made bad choices.” Their punishment? Two of them received a one-game suspension.

With the help of a reporter, Tracy was eventually able to make her story public. 16 years later, upheld and

supported, she was approached by that same coach for two reasons: firstly, so that he could apologize; and secondly, so that he could ask her to speak to his team.

In Jordan Ritter Conn’s article, “That’s My Justice,” Tracy describes how this experience let her forgive the coach and how her talk inspired other teams.

Over the following year she traveled the country telling her story and message and eventually becoming a full-time speaker.

Tracy says that while men are the problem, they are also the key to progress on the issue. Poignantly, she says, “I recognize that if women could stop sexual violence, we would have already done it.” She further builds the case that men need to be included in the discussion. Statistics show that while 98 per cent of sexual assault is perpetrated by men, it is committed by only 10 per cent of the male population.

Speaking candidly to the University of Houston football team, Tracy said, “A lot of people look at football players and say you’re the problem. I look at you and think you’re the solution.” Moreover, she said, “You might think to yourselves, ‘I don’t commit rape. I don’t beat on women. Why is this my problem?’ I’ll tell you why it’s your problem: if women could stop sexual violence, we would have already done it. … It’s up to you, the 90 per cent of men who would not commit rape, to put an end to it.” Her strategy is that through the empowerment and education of young men, there can be a shift in their behaviour and culture. Although the

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majority of men are not the issue, their inaction in changing the culture is.

While speaking to other men, I often hear the echoes of her aforementioned statement: “I don’t beat and I don’t rape women.” I think for the majority of men, it often feels like we’re talked to and talked about but not often talked with. Even though we’re sympathetic to these causes and want to help, how we do that isn’t really addressed. Our experience combined with the pressures we feel as men to act isn’t talked about.

With movements like Tracy’s, men are able to occupy a space in the necessary cultural change going on – a space we are not usually afforded. I would like to see this sentiment become a larger part of the discussion .

The “Flow-State” and The Hobby ALEXANDRE MARCEAU Opinions Editor

I was sitting down on the wooden bench last night with both hands in my chalk bag, focusing on my breathing and mentally planning my next route. Finn was crimping his hands on two small starting holds and lying down horizontally with his left leg on a small foot piece, the right flagged behind. The bag falls on the floor, and up goes his right hand to a pinch. Hips open and he swings his body to the right; heel hook and he lifts himself up again, left hand pushing against a large “sloper” – he has found his flow state.

In my adolescence class with Dr. Lawford last winter, we spent a lot of time discussing the importance of hobbies. Should parents choose what their kids do, or should the kids themselves decide? Depending on the circumstances, should they get a part-time job or do something purposeful which quenches curiosity?

A new phase in contemporary psychology has recently focused on Positive Youth Development (PYD), whereby the individual’s mental and behavioural engagement in an activity of interest can increase their overall well-being. The goal is to ascertain how to positively facilitate growth to the individual’s potential. Moreover, it is doing something with purpose – “a stable and generalized intention to accomplish something meaningful to the self.” With the increase of technological distractions, it is not surprising to note that the average adolescent spends more than six hours a day using any form of media.

Such patterns find themselves in university students behaviour as well. Perhaps it requires less physical

energy to watch Netflix and YouTube videos while simultaneously tapping your screen, but is this only to kill boredom? Is your “I’m too tired to do something” simply because you haven’t found a hobby that naturally creates a vital pool of energy and interest?

I think it is crucial for everyone to have some sort of hobby – an activity in which time stops when one is wholly invested in an energized focus. There is an immersion with the moment that effaces peripheral pangs and thoughts: both body and mind are absorbed in space.

While it is true that not every hobby emulates a “flow-state,” it is imperative that the activity be of interest to the individual. Striving for development and goal setting are crucial aspects of a healthy hobby because they embody a sustained personal interest. Further, matching the individual’s strengths with the appropriate environment is the first step in finding a hobby.

I think the best place to start finding a hobby is in nature or within social spheres. Nature’s impact on well-being is undeniable and has been recorded for thousands of years. I’ve noticed, however, that many people rely on technology or an external source of entertainment which is not self-induced. Why not try something new? Something active?

There’s an ocean of hobbies that can be explored with the resources offered on campus. One can rent snowshoes and walk the back forest, around the golf

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course, up and through the cross-country course, and back again. Or one can join the multiple of intramural teams, art clubs, workshops, community kitchens, constructing clubs, music groups… the list is endless. But one must align his or her interests with an environment in order to dial into their own flow.

Finn switches his feet, slowly moves up, and controls his slow fall to the module on the right – two more moves and he’ll finish the route he’s been working on for four days. Both of his hands hold the last jug, and he falls.

My turn. I clap my hands, chalk floats, and I begin to climb.

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The Transition of War Poetry ALEXANDRE MARCEAU Opinions Editor

It seems rather odd that at the end of the semester I find it most pleasing to go through all of my class notes, feverishly rereading excerpts from novels, poems, and articles, and formulating coherent epistemological foundations. Most people around me are exhausted and want nothing to do with finals, but here I am, trying to recapitulate my mental stream from last night which carried me far down the river of no sleep. I was thinking about an essay title I had encountered earlier: “War poetry celebrates war. I’ll have none of it.”

At first glance, why would an individual operating under a commanding body far from the line celebrate the killing of another person in the mirroring position? 104 years ago, war was not as it is now. There was an emerging notion of masculine identity which accredited fighting in the war with reputable honour. M. Jeanne Yardley writes, “soldiers marched off with glowing expectations of high adventure [and] heroism ... firmly caught up in an image of war as romance.”

In the issues of The Mitre, published between 1914 and 1920, a romantic high diction is employed in both poems and essays to honour the Bishop’s men who left

for the front. Moreover, the language and content lies in stark contrast with the satirical articles and sombre reflections of World War II. Admittedly in favour of the earlier years, I still believe that many of the poems created comradeship at the line and on campus. In most letters from the front, a jovial undercurrent of honour emulates the satisfaction of having gone to fight; even after sustaining injuries, men wanted to remain at the line. I firmly believe that no other mode of poetry can individually do these men justice.

When I read students’ accounts of the war, I sometimes develop a romantic fallacy of being a part of something big.

The more accounts I read which stand in opposition, the more I begin to understand why there was a transition of voice.

While looking at the war memorial, a student writes, “he could just see where the names of the men who had fallen were written, he couldn’t make them out and fell to wondering what they were ... empty places at the head of the table – probably long since filled up and soon again to be emptied.” Compared to the Great War’s language,

Reflections: My Last Three Weeks At Bishop’s FINNIAN CRONIN Contributor

Sitting and reflecting, I think of my time at Bishop’s and its approaching expiration. It’s a nostalgic exercise that brings a whole range of memories to the forefront. I sit in our new library, with memories of the previous Soviet-esque incarnation, and realise that these memories are shared with surprisingly few people these days.

I compare today’s snowy morning to my first snowy morning over three years ago, looking out at the carpeted quad through my window in Norton. I think about my first lecture in BWH, when the professor inquired as to who was attending their first ever university class, and to all those who cautiously raised their hands and were bid a warm welcome to our school.

To you who have just started here, and whose last float, last Winterfest, and last lecture have not yet come and gone, do your part. I look around to see the studious faces of those very same individuals who, three years ago, raised their hands with me to betray our greeness. Was that you raising your hand and being welcomed a few months ago? If so, it is to you that I wholeheartedly write.

These older faces do not hold the same excitement that they once did, but there is something else, something that I recognize in me.

Like a weather-worn face, the visage of a Bishop’s alumni shows and reflects the experience of time well spent. Four years of papers, parties, friendships and laughter. It’s an unmistakeable look of comfort, of belonging, and of home. There are very few places where I have ever felt as much at home as I have on this little campus in

the corner of our country, and looking at these faces, I can’t help but smile as I realise I am not the only one. I hope I am able to recognize this look, and that when the arches are well behind me, I will be able to catch a glimpse or a glance and recognize a fellow member of this unique community.

Here, as I reflect in my final days, it gives me the strangest feelings to hear my classmates and friends talk about a time when I will no longer be at Bishop’s. It is hard to even imagine such a time.

The minds of those around me are moving to their schedules for next semester, at a time when I wish I had one for mine. The excitement, the fear, and the anticipation of what comes next is almost crippling, but I know I am not alone when I say that I don’t know exactly what is to come.

I do, however, know where I have come from, and pinky promise to do my best not to let those memories fade.

So: make the most of this experience that you will struggle to recreate because it all goes by so unbelievably fast. Make sure you realise that this school – its students, its faculty, and its resources – is here for you. Be here and be now, but please be cognisant of this experience. Go to that wine and cheese, go to that info session, make a friend with that professor you admire, and be sure to dance on stage.

The experience of a Bishop’s alumni, who has done their time and made the most of it, is a palpable one, and will show as long as you let it.

So, let it.

this portrays the stark reality of a situation which is also going on for an unpredictable amount of time – new faces for cadavers that once roamed in the quad.

The Mitre does not stray from the humour of the 1940s.

In fact, some articles resemble The Wipers Times from the Great War. This was a black-humoured and satirical newspaper started in Ypres by the 12th Battalion, Sherwood Foresters, and employed a lighter tone of satire rather than praising sacrifices and the Empire.

Paul Fussel argues that overtones of irony found in the literature of the World War I influenced the modern psyche which preceded the period. For a literary magazine to reflect Paul Fussel’s “ironic modern understanding,” perhaps the honourable diction which preceded the Great War deserves its credit as a periodical representation of a preceding psyche.

I will most definitely continue to think of the matter over the holidays, seeing as the conversation has only just begun. Both forms of poetry serve a purpose which should not be doubted or glossed over.

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Intramural Volleyball: More Than Just a Club BRONWEN HOLDER Contributor

Bishop’s students create all types of friendships throughout their university experience. One way of creating these bonds is by taking advantage of the various clubs around campus. There are over 20 clubs right now, ranging from the Men’s Hockey Club to the Pre-Law Club. If you haven’t already, you should take a look at what clubs the school has to offer: there is something for everyone.

The Women’s Volleyball Club is one of our clubs here at Bishop’s. Katie Quinn, the Fundraiser Head of the team, shares: “it’s a great way for students to get involved and work on their volleyball skills. We offer two options of a recreational and competitive team, allowing a wide variety of students to participate no matter their skill level.” With that being said, it gives an opportunity for students from beginner to advanced, to train and have fun together, and maybe even make some new friends in the process. This is a great way for students to live a healthy lifestyle and release some stress from school, all while having fun with their peers.

The team is working hard to fundraise for its upcoming events next semester. Some of the activities include a bake sale they hosted in the SUB on Nov. 21. They were able to raise money as well as give students an opportunity to

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enjoy a tasty treat during exam season. Next week they will be raffling off a wreath of gift cards, a wine basket, and lottery tickets. They also take time to help out the community. The girls helped out at the blood drive that took place on Nov. 14 at the Plex.

As every exam season, the SRC is reaching out to parents to see if they would like to send an exam care package to their son or daughter. This is a tradition that has been at Bishop’s for quite some time, and the girls

showed their support by volunteering to help get these letters out.

Last weekend, the competitive team traveled to Ottawa to play in an Ottawa Fun Sports League tournament. The team divided into two teams, playing as “No D’iggity” and “Sugar and Spike.” Each team played four games before facing off in semifinals. After two close sets, it went into a third and “No D’iggity” pulled ahead with the win. This win allowed them to play in the Pool B final.

With a disappointing loss, they came in second over all.

Sugar and Spike came in fourth in the Pool.

As you can see, the Women’s Volleyball Club is more than just a sport’s club. It’s a fun and dynamic group of girls who aim to live a healthy lifestyle all while giving back to the community every chance we get. Not to mention the great friendships that are formed.

Noemie Cormier, Coach and Head of External Affairs, says: “we’re working very hard and the results are showing great improvement. [I’m] looking forward to next semester.” For those who are interested in playing recreational volleyball next semester, keep any eye out on our Instagram, @bu_womensvolleyball, for updates in the new year.

Snow-tastic Sherbrooke: A Guide To Surviving Winter JESS LAPENNA Features Editor

As Canadians, we are no strangers to: waking up to mountains of snow piled up outside our doors leaving the house thirty minutes early to dig out our cars; or, wearing layers under our layers because there’s no such thing as being too prepared.

If you’re not from around here, the snow could be somewhat of a shock. While we are all made to be adaptable creatures, no one can truly be ready for the stabbing pain of a face full of violent cold wind as you so regrettably go outside.

Whether you’re a fan of the snow, or not, here are some facts for you. According to CurrentResults.com, Sherbrooke has the second-highest snowfall average in Southern Quebec with 286.5 cm falling on us every year, and has the most overall snow days. So, it’s no surprise that we were hit with a snow storm in early November with consistent flurries from then on. If the cold wasn’t enough, keep in mind that this is just the beginning.

The snow might make some of us miserable, especially when the night falls at 4 p.m., but there are still many ways to enjoy the cold. If you like hitting the slopes, Bishop’s has eight ski hills located within two hours of campus. Jay Peak, a student favourite, is finally open for the season, so grab your passport and your gear and take a nice weekend away

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from finals. If you’re not from around here or want to explore another city, Ottawa is home to the largest naturally frozen skating rink in the world. The Rideau Canal’s skate way is approximately 7.8 km long. Though waiting until January for the water to freeze over may seem like a drag, just know that entrance is free. If you’re not feeling too active, maybe grab a warm beverage and head to Montreal to check out the return of its ugly Christmas tree located at the Village du Vilain Sapin in the heart of the Plateau.

Opening night of this Christmas market will take place on Nov. 30 and consists of an illumination ceremony.

Winter around here is no joke and it’s important to have fun, but it’s also very important to properly prepare yourself. In Quebec, it is mandatory by law to have your winter tires on by Dec. 15 or you will get fined. If ever you get stuck with your car, winter mats can be used under the wheels to gain traction to get out. Or you could always just stay indoors and watch Christmas movies all day in your pyjamas.

Whatever you decide, just remember that we’re technically still experiencing fall and it’s going to be a long winter, so stock up on warm clothes and good books.

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Enactus Week and Future Projects PAUL HADDAD Contributor

Enactus is the student hub of entrepreneurship on campus here at Bishop’s University. The club has been growing every year through a motivated core of executives and dozens of dedicated new members. Enactus strives to shape generations of entrepreneurial leaders who are passionate about advancing the economic, social and environmental health of the people around us. Led

by Owen Martel and Chelsea Clark, who are the copresidents of the club, the executive team consists of Paul Haddad (Marketing), Quinsea McKenna (Fundraising and Projects), Teagan Simpson (GEW), Rachael Plamondon, Rebecca Willis (Human Resources), and Nathan Alves (Finance).

We aim to impact and evolve the student entrepreneurial body by organizing projects all over the University. Our projects revolve around Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), which recently took place at the beginning of November, and was led by Teagan Simpson. GEW consisted of a speaker’s night at The Gait, where three successful local innovators came to share their stories. Several workshops were carried out

by our own professors, such as Susan Reid and Michael Teed, on how to build CVs as well as how to form a strong pitch, followed by professional photoshoots for LinkedIn. Enactus has also created a new project this year called CLO. It is a social enterprise project geared towards raising funds and awareness to support the families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

All the funds we raise will be given to AGI, a nonprofit organization in Montreal, who provide a range of services to those directly and indirectly affected by Alzheimer’s. The funds will be raised through the sales of bracelets that will be sold throughout campus. You can find them at Dootlittles, as well as all week in the SUB. These bracelets will go for $12 for students, and $15 for non-students. Owen Martel and Chelsea Clark act as the project leaders of CLO. As for next semester, Enactus hopes to reach many more people as well as influence several students around Campus through our entertaining and innovative fundraisers led by Quinsea McKenna. We have some

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upcoming projects such as Enactus Entrepreneurial Week, which will be the second issue of GEW and will take place in winter 2019.

Be sure to stay tuned with Enactus Bishop’s upcoming events through following our social media accounts: Enactus Bishop’s on Facebook and @enactusbishops on Instagram.

Want better grades? Sleep on this.

GEMMA CAMARA Contributor

With the pressures of due dates, exams and extra curriculars, sleep is probably the last thing on our minds.

There are, however, a few reasons why it should come first on our list of priorities.

Sleep is not for the weak; sleep is for the students who want to boost the effectiveness of their study sessions.

Eight hours of sleep are vital for students’ brains and here are a few reasons why this is beneficial: hippocampal function, memory retention, and synaptic pruning.

In 2013, neuroscience graduate Toni-Moi Prince copublished a research article on hippocampal function titled, “The Impact of Sleep Loss on Hippocampal Function.” He argued, “hippocampal cellular and molecular processes critical for memory consolidation are affected by the amount and quality of sleep attained.” The research emphasized the neurological effects that sleep has on the three stages of memory, which are encoding, consolidation and retrieval. “Sleep deprivation disrupts the hippocampal signaling and

gene expression necessary for memory.” The study demonstrated that suspects who were sleep deprived demonstrated a disruption in NMDA receptor activity in nerve cells. This is crucial for the control of synaptic plasticity and memory function. In other words, a lack of sleep can keep the brain from turning information acquired during the day into long term memories.

REM sleep is most important for memory retention because it’s the time when our brains weed out irrelevant information. Glial cells clear the neurotoxins in the brain during sleep. Thus microglia and astrocytes within the central nervous system are involved in synaptic pruning during sleep. A person who likes to cram the night before an exam will need that REM sleep the most; this is what will enable the brain to consolidate necessary information and filter out all the unnecessary information from that day.

Unfortunately, astrocytes can cause more harm than good in a sleep-deprived brain and student are not

the only ones at risk. According to statistics Canada, one in three Canadians aren’t getting enough sleep. In 2017, a study published in the journal of neuroscience called, “The Brain Literally Starts Eating Itself When It Doesn’t Get Enough Sleep,” compares the brain’s need for sleep to the bodies need for food. The study observes mice with different amounts of sleep quality. The mice who are sleep deprived had 13.5 per cent more active astrocyte activity compared to the well-rested mice.

“This suggests that sleep loss can trigger astrocytes to start breaking down more of the brain’s connections and their debris. We show for the first time that portions of synapses are literally eaten by astrocytes because of sleep loss,” says Bellesi.” In order to prevent those long library hours from slipping away, get a good night’s rest because it’s not doing your brain any good not to do so.

Conclusion: go to sleep.

Trouble falling asleep at night?

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Sleep, what’s that? Life at Bishop’s and sleep don’t mix.

Between juggling classes, activities, jobs and a social life, achieving the optimum 7 or 8 hours of shut-eye is a challenge, if not downright impossible. Sometimes, even if you organize your time to get a good night’s rest, you lay awake, your mind running through a to-do list or trying to recall some important information from a lecture. Traditional strategies include darkening your room, or making a quick note on your phone or notepad of everything on your mind before trying to sleep.

These may help your mind rest but the fact is that some things are outside your control, especially if you have roommates who party or who are on a different schedule.

Fortunately, there is help. You probably already sleep

beside your smartphone, why not take advantage of some apps to get the sleep you need and want?

First, try listening to your own choice of relaxing soundscapes –melodies, binaural beats and white noise available for free on the most popular sleep app Relax Melodies: Sleep Sounds. Play them all night or for a determined period of time, thanks to its built in timer.

Sometimes just playing white noise or nature sounds like running water, or rain can lead you to a headspace where you can drift off into restorative sleep. You might want to explore Nature Sounds, Relax and Sleep or Sleepmaker Rain.

There are also other great apps out there. Although not all are free, they may have a free trial period, enough

to get you through a week of high stress deadlines. For example, calm.com has a ton of options to help you sleep from fiction/non-fiction sleep stories, nature or music.

Once you find the narrator whose voice soothes you to sleep, you can just select to fall asleep to their soothing tones every night. Another one to explore is the popular relaxation program in Sleep Genius, used by astronauts in space to fall asleep faster.

The point is, a good sleep not only provides physical rest but allows time for your brain to sort and consolidate new information. Perhaps one of the best ways to prepare for the next three weeks is for you to put together a new “sleep” playlist.

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7 Stories: BUDD Gives First Semester Might As Well Jump 7 Stories a Happy Ending High MARIANNE LASSONDE Contributor

PAMELA PASCAL Contributor

Described as both “well told” and “a success”

by The Star, 7 Stories is one play you definitely don’t want to miss. Directed by Wade Lynch and assistant Èva Perrault-Gagnon, the Bishop’s University Drama Department’s 7 Stories graced the stage of Turner Studio once again from November 21st to 25th.

A full house warmly welcomed the actors on stage for the premiere of the production.

Once all were seated, it was not long before “The Man,” played by Chris Rae, stepped foot on the ledge of the scene to let the adventure begin.

The story flowed beautifully, with seamless acting throughout. The actors’ ability to speak in various accents to perfect their impersonation of the characters and their skill in portraying more than one character was impressive.

An interesting aspect of the play is that each neighbour has their own story as they are from different countries and periods. The costumes were wonderfully adapted to each character and their “stories,” which made the production that much more convincing. While the whole cast could easily be considered professionals, I must admit that I had a colossal coup de cœur

for Jules Gigon (Charlotte) and Mouadh Merai (Rodney/Al).

Besides being genuinely funny, 7 Stories also provided philosophical perspectives that one could only understand with an attentive ear. In other words, as the whole performance is based on a man about to jump from the seventh story of a building, it is at a very specific time in the plot line that he declares that “suicide is not an act of God.” This is a carefully plotted message within the narrative that demanded the audience to truly participate.

There was also an incredible use of lighting throughout the entire play. A great moment in the lighting was when Rae walked from window to window under blazing white spotlights, which then transitioned to a full set of bright colours on the frameworks at the end of the production.

The show could not have ended better than with an excellent performance by Lillian, portrayed by the talented Lilly Smith, who sang as Rae walked down the aisle and through the audience seats with his umbrella high up in the air.

Christmas in a Biracial Family: From Haiti to Québec PAMELA PASCAL Contributor

Growing up as a biracial child has always fascinated me. The mix of languages, traditions, beliefs and behaviours have allowed me to grow up to be open-minded about people and their cultures.

Take Christmas, for instance: the snow has transformed the street into a blanket of white, and Dec. 25th is just around the corner. It’s important to first point out that both sides of my family are deeply religious, so Christmastime carries a great significance for them and the holidays revolve around thematic music, beautiful decorations, and amazing traditional food.

On my father’s side, we celebrate Haitian Christmas traditions. For as long as I can remember, Christmas has been celebrated at my paternal grandmother’s house. Yes, it is ‘that one house’-my granny will have spent most of the day decorating and redecorating the entire exterior of her house with beautiful Christmas lights and Christmas garden gnomes.

Something that sets our typical celebration apart from Western celebration is the preparation of the meal. We head to the kitchen to fill a plate with delicious Haitian cuisine such as riz collé, sauce pois, banane plantin, griot or pâtés Haïtiens and bring it to one of the guests.

After long hours of discussion and laughter, the time comes to unwrap gifts. A chair is placed in the middle of the room, and presents are usually opened on a rotation basis from the youngest to the oldest member of the family. As only one gift can be opened at the time, it is definitely an exercise of patience!

The celebrations on my mother’s side look much more like a stereotypical Western tradition.

As the majority of my family is from Quebec City, I’ve been accustomed to “la Belle Province’s” traditions since I was only just a baby.

We normally celebrate on Dec. 24 and gather at my maternal grandmother’s apartment. This social gathering is more private than the aforementioned one. My mother, grandparents and I like to sit around the kitchen table to enjoy a classic homemade Québécois meal. Chicken pot pie and sweet puff pastry pinwheels are my grandmother’s specialties, making it deliciously exciting to spend Christmas Eve with her.

Later, we listen to Christmas music or watch the Holiday specials on television. As far as gift giving, everyone receives and opens their first present at the same time. I like this method better because one can feel the shared pleasure of receiving something they were really hoping for.

The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy some quality time with your loved ones and learn more about others. It is also a perfect moment to take some time to oneself. No matter which cultures your celebrations take after, sit back, relax, and have a wonderful winter break!

From November 21st to November 25th 2018, Turner Studio put on a bowler hat, grabbed an umbrella and blindly jumped into the cemented theory of existentialism with Morris Panych’s 7 Stories. Directed by Wade Lynch, the play follows the suicide attempt of a Man, played by Chris Rae, who encounters a series of colourful characters. They urge him along and encourage his metamorphosis, whether it be as a flying pigeon or as a bloodied accessory to the pavement.

Upon first entering Turner Studio, the audience is greeted with a set that splits the stage into two levels, the ledge and the threat that lies below it.

Designed by Mike Medland, the ledge of an apartment building creates the tension and comedy inspired by the neo-absurdist script and, inevitably, becomes a character of itself. The set is separated into 7 windows that open at different intervals and offer a glimpse of the life of the eclectic characters, beautifully contrasting to the blandness of Man. Each of the 7 windows is colored with a LED light that reflects the characters’ motive and intentions, such as the sensual red tones for the lecherous Rodney and Charlotte, and revitalizes the grey protagonist.

The colours of the set were further explored in the characters’ eccentric 80s costumes. McNamara successfully brought the wild hairstyles and flashy fashion of the era to a stage that was bland in colour, save for the windows, and skillfully convinced the audience that it was perfectly normal for a man to be fully clothed in a pink leopard-print suit.

As Man shifts along the ledge going from window to window, the audience is kept on the edge of their seat wondering who will push the protagonist over the ledge. Will Leonard’s (Laberee) overt insanity ‘accidentally’ shove Man over the edge? Or will it be the looming question “do you ever feel like throwing yourself off of a building” first asked by Jennifer (McNamara) that will break Rae’s Man and finally incite him to jump?

The play, which runs 90 minutes, welcomed to the stage an assortment of 18 characters performed by a cast of 11 talented Bishop’s students. The undeniable dedication of the cast allowed the play to become an entertaining night with each actor bringing to the table very different characters, all unique yet all undoubtedly belonging to the same strange world.

Standout performances included Lilly Smith’s Lillian, Jules Gigon’s Charlotte and Adam Laberee’s Leonard. Smith successfully took on the daunting task of convincing the audience that she was a hundred years old, achieved by the shakiness of her voice and her hunched body language. Much like Smith, Gigon’s use of different vocal tones and accents, successfully invited the audience into the complexities of her character; her stereotypical French accent flirting with the audience and her deep “Rodney’s” establishing sexual dominance of her love interest. Laberee quickly became an audience favorite with his loud interruptions and lack of awareness of personal space; going from quiet to loud, from reserved to demonstrative. Laberee put on stage an engaging character -- a man, who hasn’t slept in years, and in this resembles many Bishop’s students in this dire time of finals.

Audience members were quick to stand up for Chris Rae’s final bow. If Medland’s and McNamara’s technical artwork fabricated the body of the play, it was Rae’s performance that breathed life into the work and allowed his costars to circulate through its veins. Rae channeled all emotions, from mournful to angry to exasperated and finally moved the audience with a speech full of raw emotions showcasing masterful acting.

When describing his show, director Wade Lynch said “the play doesn’t apologize for being theatrical” and it is this overt theatricality that left the audience entranced by the work of art that was 7 Stories.

The Campus staff would like to thank everyone who picked up a copy of the newspaper on-campus or read an article or two online. Though this is our last issue of the semester, we hope our readers had a wonderful fall filled with adventure and anticipation of what the next semester will bring; expect regular publication to resume in January.

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BUFF Turns Five: Get Involved in the Film Festival’s Largest Year PHILIPPE LAPOINTE LASSONDE Contributor

Gaiters and film fans alike can rejoice as the Bishop’s University Film Festival (BUFF) is back for its fifth and grandest edition so far! BUFF is an annual, student-led film festival that allows any student to submit a short film. All submissions are uploaded and displayed on the official BUFF YouTube channel, with a selection of finalists having their films showcased for hundreds of people at the annual gala. Finalists also qualify for the opportunity to possibly showcase their work at other film festivals.

The submission format is flexible with a few guidelines to keep in mind when submitting a film for BUFF. There is a strict six-minute time limit on all submissions. Interesting participants must register

by Jan. 23, with all submissions due on March 20.

Directors must be a registered Bishop’s student and all music used must be free of copyright restrictions.

Directors are free to create content of any genre, and may enter a film under the following categories: narrative, experimental, research, or documentary.

This year, BUFF is celebrating its fifth birthday by moving the gala from Bandeen Hall to Centennial

Theatre. The gala is a unique night on campus, with members from the Bishops and Eastern Townships arts community gathering to celebrate our growing student-film community. All directors are provided with complimentary tickets to the gala held on March 30th.

Truth Culture: Dr. Giuseppe Ugazio MEGHAN VAN WYCK Contributor

Ever wonder what differentiates liars and truth tellers? Dr. Giuseppe Ugazio visited Bishop’s on Wednesday, Nov. 7 to shed light on this subject. Ugazio lead his discussion based on the fact that the success of humanity is largely dependent on cooperation, which means that dreading those assigned group projects may be the wrong attitude to have. As human beings, we are wired to be selfish, but one rarely thinks of the consequences when these beliefs become habits.

Our tendency as humans to prioritize personal needs above those of others arises from a lack of punishments. There is often a tradeoff between material gains and moral behaviour. We usually can’t have both; morality does not equal materiality. The part of the brain that dictates what we choose is known as the right lateral prefrontal cortex. For those of us not studying neuroscience, this part of the brain codes for an individual’s personality and will to live. According to Dr. Ugazio, we can make people more honest by stimulating their brains in order to decrease the centres that value money.

We do not, however, have a moral section of the brain that regulates our behaviour. It is the presence of punishment tied to prefrontal cortex activity and impulse control that stops us from mistreating others. Nevertheless, without punishment, we are inclined to act in the best interest of ourselves and disregard fairness. If you had the opportunity to get ahead by cheating, would you? Most of us say no but how we think we will act compared to how we actually act is often contradictory in stressful situations. So, cheer on the group projects.

They may just make you a better person.

Pictures in Centennial: The Coasters SONIA PATENAUDE Coordinator, Centennial Theater

Premiering in Centennial Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 6, Coasters is a character driven feature documentary which explores the lives of the people living on the Lower-North-Shore of Quebec . The coasters-- Anglophone, Francophone and First Nations Innu communities-share the isolation of this barren land where there are no roads leading to the outside world.

Every season brings a different challenge for these hardened Canadians who live off the land and the sea. They all wait for winter when the frozen water and the snow offer conditions for snowmobile travel. Then, the world is theirs. For almost a century, hockey tournaments, carnivals and dancing takes place every weekend all up ‘’The Coast’’ in a different village.

People that left the region for lack of work come back for this moment, frozen in time, knowing that every time they come back home might be the last. Coasters will begin screening at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available at the door for $10.

Entries selected for gala showcase are eligible to win any of the following prizes: Best Narrative Film; Best Non-Narrative Film; Best Documentary; Best Research Film; Best Technique; Best Actor; and Audience Choice. Directors can anticipate the possibility of winning the opportunity to show their film at Le Festival Cinéma du Monde de Sherbrooke, held in April, and in the student competition of Festival Nouveau Cinéma in Montreal, held in October.

BUFF wishes to celebrate its fifth anniversary in style, inviting students from all areas of the community to submit a film and/or attend the gala. To stay updated, follow us on Instagram @bufilmfestival or on Facebook at Bishop’s University Film Festival. Any questions can be directed to Dr. Steven Woodward by email swoodward@ubishops.ca. Completed registration forms can be brought to his office at Morris 17.

Tis the Season: Centennial Theatre Celebrates Holiday Tradition with The Nutcracker SONIA PATENAUDE Contributor

Experience a classic holiday tradition in Centennial Theatre by attending Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. A magnificent production with live orchestra and ballet, The Nutcracker will be presented in Centennial this holiday season! The Nutcracker has become, since its conception in December 1892, a true musical symbol of the season.

The story begins on Christmas Eve, when Clara receives a nutcracker from her uncle. During the night, an enchanting adventure begins: in the living room, the toys come alive and the nutcracker becomes a prince…

This is a coproduction by Ensemble à vents de Sherbrooke, Ballets Classiques de Richmond and Cape Cod Dance Center (MA, USA). Guest dancers will join the ensemble.

Tickets can be obtained from the Centennial Theatre Box Office, by phone via 819-822-9692, or in person from 12 pm to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Service charges may apply.

Ticket prices are as follows: CENTRE SECTION: Adults: $32 Seniors (60+): $22 Students (30 years and under): $22 Children 12 yrs and under: $16 SECTION 2, Partially obstructed view: Adults: $26 Seniors (60+): $16 Students (30 years and under): $16 Children 12 yrs and under: $11 SECTION 3, Greater obstructed view: Adults: $14 Seniors (60+): $12 Students (30 years and under): $12 Children 12 yrs and under: $8 Tickets may also be purchased online through Ovation Network.

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The Impact of Satnam Singh on Indian Basketball MAX TAYLOR Contributor

Satnam Singh is changing the way the world sees Indian basketball. More importantly, Singh is changing the way Indians see basketball.

When Singh was drafted by the Mavericks in 2015, he was seen as more of a project than a serviceable player. This made sense considering this was his label at the 2015 draft; he hadn’t really proven himself as a great player. For this reason, he spent most of his American stint in the NBA’s development league where he was frequently neglected, playing on average only about five minutes per game. Yet in watching his highlights and training videos, it’s hard to understand why. His footwork is smooth, his shot is money, and his coordination is remarkable for someone his size. In fact, if you calculated his G-League per 36 numbers, he’d be averaging a double-double. Do yourself a favour and go watch some of his highlights. It would be surprising if you can make it through the video without nodding in approval.

Although Singh’s time on the court hasn’t been plentiful, his impact on basketball in India is unmatched. The amount of energy he generates amongst his teammates is explosive, to say the least. Since his draft selection in 2015, India has gained a basketball league (UBA) and has garnered enough youth interest

for a basketball camp, hosted by Kevin Durant. The camp has an average attendance of 3,459! That’s enough people to fill 133 American high-school history classes. That’s enough people to have 266 consecutive seasons of the Voice. That’s enough people to shatter the record for attendance during a basketball camp (which it did). But even with these accolades, the argument can be made that regardless of India’s new enthusiasm for basketball, with an average national height of 5’5”, Singh may remain an anomaly as few Indian citizens will have the physical ability to follow in his size 22 footsteps. That being said, national heights don’t always tell the full story. Nigeria, for example, has an average national height of 5’4” and yet they’ve produced 23 players who’ve made it to the NBA. It’s not about everyone from one country being eligible to play; it’s about showing the ones who have the drive and talent, that basketball might just be the perfect option for them.

In a country with over a billion people, India is bound to produce athletes ambitious and talented enough to become basketball stars.

With viewership of the sport on the rise, it’s only a matter of time until we see Indian players rise up and grow the basketball culture in the rest of Asia. Satnam Singh is the spark, and it won’t be long until he sets the world on fire.

Satnam Singh was the first basketball player born in India to get drafted to the NBA. Singh was drafted in 2015 when the Dallas Mavericks selected him 52nd overall.

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Update on the Toronto Blue Jays GRAHAM CHILDS Sports Editor

After a disappointing 2018 season, the Toronto Blue Jays Osuna. Osuna was loved in Toronto, but after a domestic will be busy this off-season preparing to be competitive for violence case that was made public, he was suspended from the 2019 upcoming season. the MLB and the Blue Jays thought the best move was to The Blue Jays have already made some moves, including trade Osuna. Giles’s fastball is similar to that of Osuna, so hiring a new manager, Charlie Montoyo. (John Gibbons, the hope is that the Blue Jays have found a consistent pitcher who previously served as the Manager of the Blue Jays, who can lock up wins in the ninth inning. won’t be returning in 2019.) Montoyo’s experience includes This off-season, the Blue Jays’ front office will need to being the third-base coach for the Tampa Bay Rays since make some decisions regarding their #1 ranked MLB 2015. Montoyo also has Major League Baseball (MLB) prospect, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. He started last season experience as a player with the Montreal Expos in 1993. playing for the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (the Blue Jays’ The Blue Jays have also made a trade this off-season by AA-affiliate team), but after proving himself in the AA swapping middle-infielder Aledmys Diaz (now with the league, he was then called to play for the Buffalo Bisons who Houston Astros) for pitching prospect, Trent Thornton. play in the AAA league. Guerrero Jr. posted very respectable After missing the entire 2018 season, Troy Tulowitzki Thornton was the 24th ranked prospect in the Astros system, will need to do everything in his power to get healthy numbers in the league, just below the MLB; therefore, the and although Diaz posted respectable numbers last season, again so that he can contribute in the 2019 season. decision to start him in the MLB next season is in the hands Source: Blue Jays Nation the trade is beneficial for the Blue Jays considering they of the Blue Jays’ front office. It’s important to note that Josh always need pitching reinforcements.

Donaldson, who played third base for the Blue Jays and was One of the goals this off-season will be to make Troy Tulowitzki healthy again. Tulo an American League MVP in 2015, was traded last season. This trade opened the door for missed the entire 2018 campaign because of his injury, yet he remains one of the highest third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. paid players on the team with a cap hit of $20 million per season. With a contract that’s If the Blue Jays can sign some decent pitchers in starting and relief roles this off-season, untradeable, the Blue Jays will need to keep an eye on Tulo to make sure he can contribute and remain healthy, they could be a .500 team. The only trouble is that they share the next season as they don’t want their money to go to waste.

American League East division with the Boston Red Sox, who are the reigning 2018 The 2019 season will be the first full season for the Blue Jays’ new closer, Ken Giles. Giles World Series Champions, and with the New York Yankees, who never seem troubled by was acquired last year from the Houston Astros in a trade for Toronto’s closer, Roberto the “salary cap.”

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Poker: A Misunderstood Sport MAX TAYLOR Contributor

Poker is the greatest game of all time – so everyone who plays will tell you. Everyone who doesn’t play, wishes they could. Of course, there are those who abstain from playing, all of whom can be summed up in few words: not big risk takers. That being said, the skills required to be a great poker player are all around us.

Start paying attention to the little things. Next time your crazy uncle offers your cousins some of his “world famous” rabbit stew during Thanksgiving dinner, notice how they all claim to be full. They’re bluffing.

Next time you’re at the gym, look for that huge guy who brought his skinny friend along. Watch as the huge guy sneaks an extra plate onto the skinny mini’s squat rack. That’s a raise.

You get the point; everyone has some skill when it comes to playing poker, but it’s rare that they actually bring it to the table. Most people think that the game revolves around chance. It doesn’t. If that were the case, how would it be possible for there to be professional players who cash out tournament after tournament? If you put a superstar like Daniel Negreanu in any casual basement game around the world, he’ll leave with the keys to your car and the shirt off your back. Even thought he’ll lose a hand here and there, little by little, he’ll play his cards right and clean the table.

But if that’s the case with Negreanu, then shouldn’t

Daniel Negreanu is a Canadian poker player who proves that strategy is more important than chance in the best game of all time.

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players who gamble every night be just as good?

If someone plays poker every night and wins money night after night, then odds are they might be just as good as the pros that we see on TV. On the other end of the spectrum, if they play every night and find themselves losing just about every time, they simply

aren’t practicing correctly. They’re probably using a style of play that doesn’t suit their natural ability (trying to read other players when they should be calculating odds, or vice-versa) or relying too much on the power of the cards, as opposed to recognizing patterns they’ve seen before. Think about it this way: imagine teaching a 7 ft tall, 300 lb NBA center the skills of a successful 6 ft tall, 200 lb NBA point guard. Most of the time you wouldn’t be able to. The coordination and speed won’t be there and will thus render the task impossible.

Then there are people like Tom Dwan and Scotty Nguyen who are able to accumulate debt even though they’re known to be some of the best players in the world. But how? Let’s use another basketball analogy: Lonzo Ball may be a professional basketball player capable of dominating the majority of people who play the sport, but against other players in the NBA, he rarely plays remarkably. When the best play against the best, anything can happen. The big names listed above often find themselves losing big money simply because they’re playing the cream of the crop.

Poker is the greatest game this world has ever seen, and it’s time to ensure that it stops being misunderstood.

Women’s Hockey Ranked 1st in ACHA Rankings MARIELLE CARUTH

the 3rd period to extend the Gaiters’ lead. In the second game, the first-year forward scored a relentless five goals past the Northeastern tender.

Robitaille was rewarded for her performance by Provigo, Robert Lafond who named her Bishop’s University Female Athlete of the week ending Nov. 19.

First-years Katie Locke and Miranda Snable also played impressively. Locke scored two goals and two assists in game one and picked up an assist in the second The Gaiters women’s hockey team are heading into the winter game. Snable took two goals break sitting in 1st place in the latest ACHA D2 rankings. in the first game and two Source: gaiters.ca assists in the second game.

At 6-1-0, the In the last road trip of 2018, the Bishop’s women’s Gaiters sit at the top of the ACHA Division 2 hockey team ventured to Boston and left their mark by East Region rankings. In seven games, the team winning both games against Northeastern University. The has scored 36 goals and allowed in just 8 goals.

The Bishop’s Gaiters’ hardworking women’s hockey Gaiters won the first game 5-1 and the second game 7-1.

Hayley Robitaille finished the weekend with six goals team can now take a well-deserved break until Jan. 25, which put her in the 24th spot for scoring leaders in 2019 when they will take on Liberty University at 1:30 p.m. the American Collegiate Hockey Association, Division in Lynchburg, VA. The next chance fans will have to watch 2. In the first game of the Boston trip, Robitaille added the Bishop’s women’s hockey team at home won’t be until some insurance by scoring her only goal of the game in Feb. 9, 2019 when they host Northeastern University.

ACHA DIV 2 RANKINGS EAST REGION 1. Bishop’s University (previously #1) 2. Boston College (#2) 3. Northeastern University (#3) 4. University of New Hampshire (#4) 5. University of Vermont (#5) 5. University of Connecticut (#6) 7. Boston University (#7) 8. Bentley University (Tied-10) 8. University at Buffalo (Tied-10) 10. Liberty University (Tied-10) WEST REGION 1. Minot State University (previously #1) 2. Lakehead University (NR) 3. Assiniboine Community College (#2) 4. North Dakota State University (#3) 5. University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse (#5) 6. University of Wisc-Eau Claire (#6) 7. University of Minnesota-Duluth (#4) 8. Iowa State University (#7) 9. Adrian College (#8) 10. Loyola University Chicago (NR)

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THE CAMPUS NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The Gaiters Men’s Basketball Team is Ballin’ ANONYMOUS

The Bishop’s men’s basketball team is currently tied on top of the RSEQ standings after an exciting 3-0 start to the season. (The Gaiters lost their first game of the season against the Concordia Stingers Saturday Nov. 24th, to put them at 3-1 overall.)

In their last home game, the Gaiters forced overtime against the Laval Rouge et Or after an unbelievable and-1 that totalled three points to tie the game with under ten seconds left. The Gaiters would later take the contest in overtime to defend their then undefeated record.

The Gaiters now have nothing to hide since they’ve played everyone in their RSEQ division. This means that when the Gaiters next play against their competition, the competition will have already had a taste of the Gaiters offensive and defensive strategies. Therefore, the Gaiters need to keep playing hard and need to keep sharing the ball to make them less predictable.

The Gaiters have benefitted from having a variety of weapons on the court at all

times that can hit the three-ball, drive to the basket, as well as get to the free-throw line. Fourth-year forward Abdul Kamane was rewarded for his efforts in keeping the Gaiters win-streak alive last week after he took home the Male RSEQ Athlete of the Week Award.

Different players for the Gaiters have stepped-up in a variety of situations this season. Examples include Duncan Lambert hitting five-three’s in one quarter against the McGill Redmen, Connor Kelly playing clutch down the stretch against the Rouge et Or, and Kevin Davis consistently running the offence.

The Gaiters only have one home game left this semester on Saturday Dec. 1st at 8:00 p.m., so be sure to come out and support your Gaiters as they try to remain on top of the RSEQ standings heading into the New Year. The Gaiters remain undefeated at home this season, and will look for their 2nd win this season against the McGill Redmen.

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and Acknowledgement: We acknowledge the Abenaki people and the Wabanaki Confederacy, the traditional stewards and protectors of the territories upon which we are learning. In performing land acknowledgment, we make what was invisible visible, and invite the land, the First Nations people, and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into our conversations. This act of naming – of inviting something into language – is an underlying principle of advocacy and lies at the heart of higher education. The etymology of advocacy is ad (to add) + vocare (call or voice): the origin of the word’s meaning is to give voice to something or to call out in order to initiate dialogue. The “ad” prefix makes explicit the importance of multiple voices – and by extension multiple perspectives. In this sense, advocacy compels us to acknowledge a diversity of thoughts and opinions as a starting point rather than as an ideal outcome. In institutions of higher learning, we have a responsibility to honour spaces for emerging and established voices to engage in productive, respectful, and sometimes even uncomfortable conversations where individuals are safe to speak truth to power, explore and challenge dominant ideologies, and call out injustices and inequalities in order to imagine new ways of existing.”

Dr. Jessica Riddell