The Campus - August 29th, 2023

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Bill C-18, big tech and its potential effects on Bishop’s students

By Mikayla Geraghty Staff Writer

What is Bill C-18?

Bill C-18, the Online News Act, passed in June 2023 – a law that requires tech companies, such as Meta and Google, to compensate Canadian news outlets whose news links they display on their platforms. Meta has rejected the assumption that they benefit unfairly off of hosting the news links. In reaction, they issued a ban on news content for Canadian users on their platforms, Instagram and Facebook, which took into effect on Aug. 1. Google responded to the bill by stating they would remove links to Canadian news on Google Search and other products, but has yet to carry this out as of the end of August.

On Aug. 1, Meta announced that their ban would be implemented over the course of the next few weeks. Canadian users and publishers will no longer be able to view or share news links or posts on Meta platforms. Meta has stated that the Canadians who consume their news on their Facebook or Instagram will now have to obtain incoming news directly from news publishers’ platforms if they wish to continue viewing their content.

The government’s aim with implementing Bill C-18 was to improve the economic relationship between news outlets and media companies, as well as to create a fairer playing field between the

two. Hundreds of Canadian news outlets have gone out of business in the last decade as advertising revenue moved online.

The law has not been implemented yet, so its economic impacts are not known for sure. However, the Parliamentary Budget Officer estimated that the bill would shift $329 million to the Canadian news industry.

Jacob Robbins-Kanter, assistant professor and Canadian politics specialist speculates that: “in the short term, some news outlets that get a lot of traffic from social media could find themselves in financial trouble.”

What are the potential effects Bill C-18 will have on Bishop’s students?

In an interview with Genna Buck, media industry worker and journalism instructor at Bishop’s University, Buck disclosed that at the beginning of each class she surveys her students on where they are consuming their news. Her results found that the majority of students used social media to consume their news and explore topics that they were interested in.

When asked to comment on how she thinks Bill C-18 will affect students, Buck states that we as a community are going to need our media literacy skills now more than ever as the “information ecosystem has been even more polluted, and there will be even more opportunity to see a whole bunch of content that has not been made with you as the reader in mind, hasn’t been

fact-checked, hasn’t been created using journalistic principles.”

With Meta’s ban, students will now have to work harder to seek out Canadian news as it will not be directly available to them on their preferred platforms of social media. Students will now have to delve into other sources to seek out Canadian news, whether that be through new’s outlets websites directly, other search engines, or using the resources available to them at libraries to gather vetted news.

A note from the editor:

Where can you

find us in light of Meta’s ban?

You can now read our articles directly online on our new website, thebucampus.ca, both on mobile and desktop. Scan the QR code below!

Our papers are also hosted in PDF format on issuu.com/thebucampus

Free physical copies of our paper will continue to be located in the SUB (near Doolittle’s), across Tim’s Hortons in the SportsPlex, the Bus Stop Café, McGreer Hall, the Library Learning Commons, Morris House, and Bandeen Hall. We are working on expanding our distribution locations both on campus and Lennoxville. Should you have recommendations for where you want The Campus, do not hesitate to contact thecampus.editor@ gmail.com

Bishop’s hosts Canadian National Basketball Championships

By Rowan Halpenny Contributor

From July 31 to Aug. 5, Bishop’s University hosted the 15U and 17U Boys National Basketball Championships. The girl’s championships were held at Bishop’s last year, but this year they were in Calgary, Alberta. Bishop’s University is continually proving to be held in high regard as it hosted this major event in Canadian basketball back to back. These championships, which happen once every year, are a huge opportunity for players all across the country to showcase their talent and represent their province. Each province had a team in both age groups, except for PEI who only had a 15U team, as well as the Northwest Territories who also competed.

All of these players and coaches, along with their family members and other fans arriving, brought life to the campus. In contrast to the relatively quiet campus for most of the summer months, the Sports Centre and surrounding areas were full again. Despite the rival provinces being engaged in fierce competition on the basketball court, players showed great comradery and unison throughout their time spent at Bishop’s. Groups of boys from different provinces could often be seen enjoying their downtime together.

There were opening and closing ceremonies, as well as a banquet with speeches from prominent figures in Canadian basketball. The teams stayed in the residences and ate meals at Dewhurst Dining Hall. Many players got to stay in the brand-new Janyne Hodder Hall. It would be hard to find any other location in the country where the residence halls,

dining hall and gymnasiums are all within a one-minute walk of each other.

The host province, Quebec, had a strong showing in both age groups, finishing with a silver medal in the 15U age group and securing a fourth-place finish in 17U. Matt McLean, Bishop’s men’s basketball coach, was a lead assistant for the 17U team. Mitchell and Denver Gyms drew large and noisy crowds whenever Team Quebec was playing.

Despite strong efforts from many provinces like British Columbia, Alberta and Nova Scotia, the Ontario show was on full display, as Canada’s largest province ultimately took home the gold in both age groups. The 15U boys, led by tournament MVP Paul Osaruyi defended their win from the 2022 tournament. Ontario’s 17U boys hadn’t won the tournament since 2012, so the win was meaningful. The 17U tournament MVP was Ontario’s Babatunde

Durdoola.

Bishop’s proved itself again as an ideal place to host the Championships, distinguishing itself as a prime location to host many more similar events in the near future.

The Campus Newspaper acknowledges that it operates on the traditional territory of the Abenaki people. As a student-run newspaper, we have the responsibility to uphold the principles of Truth and Reconciliation. As students at Bishop’s University, we are committed to furthering our education regarding the truths of the land, peoples and languages that we reside. Our team is devoted to using our platform to amplify the voices, stories and resources of Indigenous students.

—The Campus Team

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Kwigw8mna project underway

The Quebec Infrastructure Plan is providing $12.7 million in capital funds, along with $1.9 million from Bishop’s University’s operating fund, paired with $1.9 million in donations and $700,000 from the Government of Canada. On Aug. 15 the construction could begin, marking the most recent milestone to date concerning the project. Returning students will notice the construction site has been fenced off and closed to traffic.

The project itself and its purpose

The Abenaki word: Kwigw8mna (pronounced Kwig-wom-na) translates into English as “our (and everyone’s) house”.

whilst simultaneously promoting the education of Indigenous culture, as well as being a chill spot to post up”.

By Micah Della Foresta News Editor

In 2022 the Kwigw8mna project fell victim to a considerable postponement as initial estimates for construction costs were nearly $6 million off from the bid received by the May deadline of last year. Citing pent-up demand, supply chain bottlenecks and overall inflation of labour and materials, this delayed the new call for

tenders until February of 2023 to provide time for internal reevaluations and the securement of the funding necessary to see the plans realized.

Fast forward to June 19, 2023, in a public announcement held outside of the site of the building to be renovated and repurposed, the University announced that sufficient funding had been accumulated, and a satisfactory bid had been agreed to and approved.

The University website describes its purpose as to “strengthen the relationship with the Abenaki nation in which lands we are fortunate to be gathering and learning on”. Its expected impact is to create a safe and comfortable space of community and belonging for Indigenous students at Bishop’s and Champlain, a “home away from home” the website states. Kwigw8mna may also be a location for non-Indigenous members of Bishop’s community to engage in learning and discussion, especially to grow in their understanding of Indigenous cultures.

Landen Delormier, a Bishop’s student who grew up in Kahnawake, attended the announcement on June 19. He anticipates that “the project will offer an infrastructure that has great potential to increase confidence and freedom in expression,

In a communications release from Bishop’s, Prof. Genner Llanes-Ortiz, Canada’s Research Chair in Digital Indigeneities and professor in Bishop’s sociology department, remarked that: “Kwigw8mna will provide a space for everyone to learn more about Indigenous perspectives and concerns, whether by visiting the house and interacting with Indigenous members of the Community, but also by being a resource where research on these topics lives and develops in realtime in our community”.

Although an estimated time frame for completion has yet to be released, you can take a virtual tour of Kwigw8mna’s conceptual designs or seek more information on the University’s website, at https://www.ubishops.ca/student-services/ indigenous-student-services/kwigw8mna/

Spending a summer with the SRC Executive Council

By Christina Lépine Contributor

As students come back to campus or experience orientation week events, they might come across the Students’ Representative Council’s (SRC) new executive team for the first time. The Executive Council’s term started on May 1. The Council, consisting of Sophia Stacey, president; Christina Lépine, vice-president of academic affairs; Olivia Woods, vice president of student life; Bryn Empey, director of events; and Brandon Leblanc, director of finance, worked hard throughout the summer break to plan a school year full of events and initiatives for students.

The executive council started off strong as they spent the month of May undergoing training and relationshipbuilding with stakeholders across and outside of campus. Our president, Sophia, had the opportunity to travel to Ottawa and Montreal to represent Bishop’s students at the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations (CASA) Conference and the Student Care health & dental plan meeting. The Student Care meeting helped her to acquire knowledge permitting her to answer questions more clearly about the health and dental insurance offered to Bishop’s students. Sophia also took on the external affairs file this year, meeting weekly with the Quebec Student Union, which the SRC is part of, and attending CASA’s National Advocacy Committee

meetings. More recently, she has been advocating for developments in the local transit system as students have expressed that the bus system in Sherbrooke is unaffordable and inconvenient.

As vice-president of academic affairs, I started working on many Senate committees with my team of student senators. I had the opportunity to sit on the hiring committee for the Dean of social sciences and to appoint the humanities senator, Sonoma Brawley. She will sit on the hiring committee for the dean of humanities. I have been advocating for a better flow of information and more transparency regarding university services. I have also been advocating for more awards, bursaries and scholarships, academic integrity, work and internship opportunities, fair compensation, the return of a student success week in the fall and more.

Our vice-president of student life, Olivia, has been working alongside the athletics department to provide more support to SRC sports groups and to assist with implementing the new club sports program. She mentioned, “I am very thankful for their support in this process”. She has also worked on new support systems for SRC representatives and general councillors to revamp outreach initiatives to students. She has also been taking on different policy reviews to ensure all our systems are updated for this upcoming year. Policies will be finalized soon as the new student code of conduct

is released.

As for our director of events and director of finance, Bryn and Brandon have worked closely to plan a variety of events for Bishop’s students. They have worked diligently and collaborated with sponsors to offer a memorable orientation week to all incoming students. They have started planning for upcoming events that have been popular each year. The events require great time management and organizational skills to run smoothly and to ensure that students are having fun in a safe

environment.

This year’s executive members are very excited to welcome all new and returning students on campus, our new principal, the dean of humanities and dean of social sciences. We look forward to engaging with more students this year through outreach initiatives and enhanced communications, our general elections in the fall and advocating for all of you. Should you want more information, it is possible to consult the Instagram page @ bu_src.

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Photo courtesy of Rene Zeevat

“[T]he project will offer an infrastructure that has great potential to increase confidence and freedom in expression”

Photo courtesy of Gabrielle Liu

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The importance of orientation week

By Annabelle McIntosh Opinions Editor

Each year, Bishop’s welcomes their incoming students with orientation week, also known as O-Week. This is a very important time for these students. As someone who has been a part of two, going on three, O-Weeks, I have seen the positive impact that this week has had on myself, my friends and new Gaiters.

Orientation week is organized by the Student Representative Council (SRC) and has dozens of upper-year volunteers as leaders and judges to help facilitate and spread the purple spirit. During this seven-day Gaiter welcome, new students participate in a variety of fun-filled activities such as a scavenger hunt, field day, SRC Extra Day, tie dye projects, multiple concerts, challenges for coins –or points – for their team and much more. There truly is something for everyone.

Making friends in a place where you may not know anyone can be intimidating and overwhelming. The desire to feel included and involved is high. O-Week is the perfect opportunity to get involved in

the community, make connections with other students from different programs and meet people who share similar interests. Many lifelong friendships are created during this time. I know so many people who have now graduated who still keep in touch with their friends that they met through their team.

the program. I believe that having the volunteer students as tour guides creates more comfort for the incoming students so that they feel free to ask more questions.

I had the opportunity to talk to secondyear student Ella Lalonde about her experience with orientation week: “I think it is important for us, the incoming students, to be able to find all of our classes before

school starts because it alleviates stress”, she states. “It is also very important to meet people so that you have connections.“

Overall, orientation week is such a great welcome for incoming students. It is the perfect occasion to get involved with the BU community in a safe environment, make new friends, learn more about the school and get more comfortable at your new home away from home.

Another highlight of O-Week is the academic tours. During this event, students will split up by academic department and upper-year students of the same program lead them on tours in the academic halls. This gives students a chance to learn where their classes will be, meet classmates and ask the tour guides questions about

What I learnt as a first-time manager for a business trying to make their mark

By Jayme Marteniuk Staff Writer

Stepping into the role of a first-time manager at an ice cream shop, Old Cut Dairy Bar & Pizza Co., in a tightknit small town has been a journey filled with valuable insights and unexpected challenges. But little did I know that it was one of the best decisions I had ever made. As I reflect on my experiences, I feel a sense of accomplishment with a newfound understanding of leadership dynamics in this unique setting.

Becoming ‘the boss’:

The transition from being a team member to a manager was a mix of excitement and nerves. Suddenly, decisions carried weight beyond my tasks. I realized that being a boss is not just about giving orders; it’s about steering the ship with empathy and strategy, ensuring everyone’s efforts align with our shared goals.

Earning respect across generations:

Overcoming the hurdle of coaching and earning respect from coworkers older than me seemed daunting at first. However, I soon realized that age is just a number. My willingness to listen, understand their experience, and collaborate on solutions bridged the age gap. Respect isn’t demanded; it’s earned through mutual understanding.

Guiding the younger generation:

Managing a younger generation brought its own set of challenges. Their energy and enthusiasm were infectious, but I needed to strike a balance between being their friend and their manager. I discovered that being approachable while maintaining authority fostered an environment where their potential flourished.

Putting my boss at ease:

To put my boss at ease, I realized the importance of transparent communication. Regular updates on our progress, challenges, and creative ideas reassured my boss that we were moving in the right direction. As a small business, open dialogue between manager and owner ensured we were on the same page, making decision-making more effective.

Taking initiative: One defining moment was when I was faced with a crisis and chose to take initiative. Instead of burdening my superiors, I tackled the problem head-

on, involving the team to find innovative solutions. This experience underscored the value of proactive problem-solving and demonstrated that effective leadership isn’t just about delegating tasks but also taking ownership.

In this endeavor, I’ve learned that being a manager is more than a title; it’s a responsibility to guide, empower and uplift the team. My journey has been one of adaptation, where I’ve discovered that leadership doesn’t rely on age but on communication, empathy and a shared vision. The dairy bar and pizza place aren’t just establishments; they’re now a reflection of the collaborative effort we’ve

poured into making our mark in the small town.

As I continue on this path, I’m reminded that every challenge is an opportunity, and every setback is a chance to learn. My journey as a first-time manager has only just begun, but the lessons I’ve gained – from earning respect to navigating generational dynamics – will undoubtedly guide me towards becoming not just a manager, but a leader worth following. A quote I’d like to wrap this up with that my boss reminded me of quite often was that: “Business isn’t all about the fun jobs.” If you’re a business student, keep this with you as you take on your future roles and challenging times.

I know so many people who have now graduated who still keep in touch with their friends that they met through their team.

An O-Week team from 2021. Photo courtesy of Erik Morrison

Photo courtesy of Jayme Marteniuk

The Old Cut Dairy Bar & Pizza Co.

My summer as a diver

By Diane Sibai Contributor

In February, when I saw that the course ESG 288, “Underwater Environmental Assessment” was being offered, I did not imagine myself doing the class, let alone its attached internship opportunity during the summer. However, my passion for the environment and swimming led me to take this course, and it has become a truly memorable experience.

After registration, there were still many processes to follow. The main one was a medical exam including a blood test, radio scan and electrocardiogram. It is important to be in good physical condition considering that diving can be a dangerous activity. Once I completed all the requirements, I was ready for the course.

Throughout the course, we had to learn how to dive to obtain the Professional Association of Diving Instructors’s

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certification and know the policies of the Canadian Association for Underwater Science and the Quebec Federation of Subaquatic Activities.

Once the course was over, I finally had the opportunity to start the internship that followed. The objective of the job was to remove the Eurasian water milfoil, an invasive species found in most lakes nearby. By splitting into teams, many divers remove these plants manually or through the help of tarps. Each team has a

diver in charge who can be anyone who has experience in the job and has completed their advanced/rescue diving certificate.

Since June, I have had the chance to dive in the lakes of Brompton, Stukely, Aylmer and many more! One thing I admire about this experience is the hospitality and gratefulness of the locals living near the lakes, who are also donors to this project. It is also important to note that both the course and the job lie under the management of Bruno Courtemanche, an ESG professor at Bishop’s University. Mr. Courtemanche started this project in 2016 in collaboration with RAPPEL, an environmental consulting firm. What first started as a small project kept on growing until Bishop’s University became involved in 2018. It wasn’t until 2020 that they became a member of the Association to allow people, including students, to become scientific divers.

Aside from diving all summer in beautiful lakes around Quebec and restoring ecosystems, I also formed wonderful friendships with all the people I got to dive with. They are what made this summer so much more enjoyable on top of diving. I hope to keep working in this field in the future and potentially develop further experience by becoming an advanced diver myself or starting a project of my own. For any student interested in the conservation of lakes or scuba diving in general, this would be the perfect summer activity.

Benefits of leaving your hometown

By Annabelle McIntosh Opinions Editor

Need a change of scenery? Looking to learn more about yourself?

Want to become more independent and responsible? Moving out of your hometown is an incredibly beneficial experience where all of this can become possible.

I graduated high school at age seventeen. I moved out of my small hometown to study at Bishop’s. I did not know many people at the school so I truly got a taste of what it is like to start fresh. I was intimidated at first since I was a very shy kid. However, that all changed once I became a part of the Bishop’s community. I made many friends who also came from different cities through involvement in clubs, sports and living in residence. I got out of my shell and felt like I could be myself in this new town. I still have these same feelings today in my fifth and final year.

Moving away from home for the first time meant living in my first apartment. This was a huge learning experience. I had to learn how to trust myself and take care of myself properly. For example, going grocery shopping and cooking for myself was a huge adjustment from living at home or in residence with the Dewhurst

dining hall. This involved a lot of trial and error, but I eventually got the hang of it.

I can say with confidence that moving away from my hometown has also taught me responsibility. School deadlines need to be met, bills must be paid and housework will need to be done all while maintaining a healthy school, work and social life balance. You need to be able to rely on yourself for tasks to be completed. That being said, another important lesson was to not have shame in asking for help. Many

other students are in the same boat, so it felt nice having a support system where we could share our advice, tips and anecdotes.

New beginnings can feel intimidating, however, I do not regret my decision in the least. Moving out of my hometown is one of the best things I have done for personal development. This choice helped me make new friends, gain independence, develop life skills and learn more about myself. I encourage anyone debating moving out of their hometown to do it. If you have recently moved out for the first time and are feeling nervous, give it time. You just might surprise yourself.

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Photos courtesy of Diane Sibai

That being said, another important lesson was to not have shame in asking for help.

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The return of the Gaiters

By Dylan Monico Contributor

When we last saw the Bishop’s Gaiters’ football team in action, they were dealt a disappointing loss in the semifinals of the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) playoffs. The Gaiters football team officially started their 2023 season on Aug. 11. With high expectations this season, they hope to bring an AUS championship to Lennoxville for the first time.

Justin Quirion, a second-year student from Cégep Lévis, returns as the signal caller for the Gaiters. Quirion showed tremendous promise at the tail end of the Gaiters’ 2022 season.

Starting the final three games for Bishop’s, as well as their lone playoff game, Quirion racked up a very impressive 722 yards and seven passing touchdowns last year. Quirion also cemented himself in the Bishop’s record book when he tied the program’s all-time record for passing touchdowns in a single game where he threw for four touchdowns.

Furthermore, the Gaiters have added a couple of new and exciting faces to their already tremendous coaching staff. Former Montreal Alouette and

Saskatchewan Roughrider Ryan White has joined the staff as the Gaiters’ offensive line coach. Coach White was previously the offensive line coach at Vanier College, whose team captured the Bol d’Or in 2021.

Moreover, the Gaiters have added Samuel Pollan as their defensive backs coach. Pollan is a Sherbrooke native who had a phenomenal playing career with the Vert et Or of Université de Sherbrooke where he earned the chance to participate in the East-West Bowl. Pollan last coached for the Volontaires of Cégep de Sherbrooke who won the Bol d’Or in 2022.

At the helm of the Bishop’s football program and back for his seventh season in Lennoxville is none other than their head coach Cherif Nicolas. Nicolas is coming off his best season as the team went 4-3 in 2022, strong enough to finish second in the AUS.

The 2023 Gaiters first took to the field in an exhibition match against the Vert et Or of Sherbrooke on Aug. 17. They unfortunately came up short, losing 11-5 in a hard-fought match between the two cross-town rivals.

The Gaiters opened their season on the road in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, on

Saturday, Aug. 26, facing off against the defending AUS champions – the X-Men of St. Francis Xavier. Unfortunately, the X-Men bested the Gaiters 22-8.

A new sports world while on exchange

By Josephine Wild Contributor

When I opted to attend a large university located in a city for my semester exchange, I knew my world would be flipped upside down. Transitioning from a 550-acre campus to a 1,200-acre campus was a terrifying but memorable experience. Upon arrival in Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities (UMN-TC) quickly felt like my home away from home. Having grown up in the capital of Europe, I was no stranger to city life. I was excited to be able to see the skyline and the U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the Minnesota Vikings football team, only a five-minute walk from my residence hall.

When I think back to my experience as a Gopher, I feel proud to have been a part of such a welcoming community. It is no surprise that Minnesotans are just as friendly given their proximity to the Canadian border. While on exchange, I felt at home almost instantly, especially after making the decision to join the university’s women’s rugby team and running club. I sure did make a lot of great friends through sports!

Something I will miss the most about my time at UMN-TC is the school spirit. As a sports fan, I attended as many game days as I could. I felt so much joy being in arenas and venues where Gopher fans cheered loud and proud. “The Minnesota

Rouser”, the fight song played at each Gophers game, will forever remain in my heart. I will always be cheering from afar.

If there is one element that sets this American institution apart from Bishop’s University, it’s the marching band. I truly believe that forming a Gaiter’s marching band would only make games more exciting for all!

Apart from sports, in my classes, I also took the initiative to talk to people around me and interact with my professors. Getting to interact with people from different cultures and understand their points of view helped me let go of stereotypes and grow. All in all, if I could give one piece of advice to future exchange students, it is to not be afraid to have conversations and ask questions, as well as participate in extracurricular activities.

One aspect of the Twin Cities that I appreciated was its public transportation. As a student of UMN-TC, I had access to the light rail system and city buses all semester long only for a small fee. I was able to travel as far as the Mall of America, downtown St. Paul, downtown Minneapolis and to the airport. On top of that, the university provided free campus buses to get around campus and commute between Minneapolis and St. Paul. Therefore, what I hope to bring back to Bishop’s University is a voice that will advocate for more affordable public transport and perhaps one day, free monthly bus passes for all full-time BU students.

My experience as a study abroad student was enriching as it took me further than I could have imagined. I was able to travel to some other well-known cities and landmarks such as Chicago, Illinois; Las Vegas, Nevada; the Grand Canyon, Arizona; Salt Lake City, Utah; Denver, Colorado; Los Angeles, California; San Francisco, California; etc. Just like in Canada, being in the U.S. made me realize there is so much to see and discover from state to state and all over the country. You heard it folks… Lennoxville may be a nice small town, but the beauty of this country goes far beyond!

The Gaiters will have their first chance at defending Coulter Field as the Huskies of Saint Mary’s will travel to Lennoxville on Sept. 2.

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Photos courtesy of Josephine Wild

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BU dance warms up for another busy season

By Kate Vandermeulen Director of Marketing & Communications

As summer comes to a close and Gaiters are getting ready to head back to Lennoxville, the coordinators of Bishop’s University’s dance team are hard at work preparing for their upcoming season.

Bishop’s University Dance (BU Dance) offers three programs for Bishop’s dancers: the competitive team, the pom team and the dance club. The competitive team trains year round, with a focus on choreography, techniques and artistry. This team travels to a competition in March to compete in jazz, hip-hop, tap, ballet and contemporary/lyrical. The pom team performs sideline and halftime performances at BU home games to get Gaiters fired up for their sports teams.

The dance club offers dance styles on a semester-by-semester basis, including hiphop, contemporary and jazz. The semester ends with a showcase to show Bishop’s what the team can do!

The competitive team is ramping up for another exciting season after reaching the podium in tap and hip hop at the ironically named BU Dance Varsity Showcase in Mississauga last March. Since being elected in late April, the coordinators of BU Dance have been eagerly developing plans for their return to campus.

Senior coordinators Kate Vandermeulen and Rianna Ostrosser have been hard at work planning alongside junior coordinators Sonoma Brawley and Hannah-Michelle Samson, and club coordinators Korine Gravel and Alannah Stein. Ostrosser thinks back to being a firstyear on the team: “We as coordinators have been reminiscing on our first days on the

team and how it feels just like yesterday. It’s crazy to me how quickly the roles have changed and how we’re now the ones showing people around and welcoming them onto the team.”

Their first step for the coordinators was to begin the audition process by opening video audition submissions, through which students could audition for the competitive and pom teams over the summer. Some of the coordinators will also be choreographing dance numbers that will be used by the team at their varsity competition in March. To have dances completed and cleaned up in time for the competition, the majority of choreography has to be planned before the fall semester begins. “Although we all live at opposite ends of the country, it really wasn’t that difficult to discuss ideas and plans for the new season!”, Samson said about the executive team’s summer planning.

All of their hard work will pay off when they get to bring their team together once again this fall. Ostrosser talked about the environment that BU Dance has created for her, saying, “I can’t wait to see all the new and old faces walking back into the studio. The dance studio has always been a home to me and I’m grateful to share that feeling of safety and comfort with the team”.

Are you interested in joining BU Dance? The competitive team will be holding in-person auditions at the SportsPlex on Sept. 9 from 12-5 p.m., where Gaiters will have the opportunity to audition for jazz, tap, contemporary/lyrical, hip hop and ballet. BU Dance will also have a table at the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Extra Day where students can learn more. For more info, check out @bishopsdance on Instagram!

Upcoming fall home games

Come cheer on your Gaiters! Please consult gaiters.ca for updated locations, times, and dates of all games.

Football (Coulter Field)

Sept. 2 vs. Saint Mary’s – 3 p.m.

Sept. 16 vs Acadia – 2 p.m.

Women’s Hockey (Jane & Eric Molson Arena)

Oct. 21 vs Concordia – 7 p.m.

Nov. 5 vs Concordia – 3:30 p.m.

Men’s Basketball (Mitchell Gym)

Oct. 5 vs Ontario Tech – 8 p.m.

Oct. 6 vs Queen’s – 4 p.m.

Women’s Basketball (Mitchell Gym)

Oct. 5 vs Ottawa – 6 p.m.

Oct. 6 vs Queen’s – 2 p.m.

Women’s Soccer (Coulter Field)

Sept. 15 vs Université de Montreal – 5 p.m.

Sept. 24 vs Université du Québec à Montreal – 4 p.m.

Women’s Rugby (Coulter Field)

Sept. 10 vs Concordia – 1 p.m

Oct. 1 vs Université Laval – 1 p.m.

Men’s Rugby (Coulter Field)

Sept. 3 vs Montreal, ETS, Dalhousie – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sept. 10 vs Concordia – 3 p.m.

Men’s Lacrosse (Coulter Field)

Sept. 9 vs Queen’s – 3:30 p.m

Sept. 15 vs McGill University – 8 p.m.

Men’s basketball delivers solid performance against Canisius

By Rowan Halpenny Contributor

Aug. 2 marked the first time the Gaiters basketball team played a meaningful game since their RSEQ championship game five months prior. Their opponent was a solid NCAA division team, the Golden Griffins of Canisius College from Buffalo, New York.

Many Gaiters, players and staff stayed in Lennoxville over the summer working hard on their craft. Having an opportunity to play a big game in August was significant. The players who weren’t in town during the summer came to campus to partake in a mini-training camp for six days to prepare for Canisius.

Ultimately, Bishop’s came up just

short against Canisius, losing 79-74. While the average loss is normally not something to be proud of, within the mind of this team, there were many positives in the game, and the Gaiters were left with a lot to be excited about for when the season kicks off.

Before this game, Canisius had beaten the Gaiters’ RSEQ foes, Concordia and UQAM. They also beat the defending national champion, Carleton, by an average of 22 points. Bishop’s was also missing a couple of key players who will be back in the fall.

Bishop’s grabbed an early 10-2 lead over Canisius thanks to some tenacious defense and good offense.

Being an experienced team, Canisius woke up and was able to weather the early storm. By the end of the first quarter, the

Gaiters’ lead had been shrunk by three points. Canisius started to get into their groove in the second quarter and had a nine-point halftime lead after a threepointer buzzer-beater.

The third quarter started in a nightmarish way for Bishop’s, and they quickly found themselves down 20 points. Whenever a team is losing, it shows a lot about their character. Bishop’s could have stayed down and felt sorry for themselves, but instead, they chose to trust their system and brought the lead back up by four points at the end of the quarter.

Unfortunately, the Gaiters couldn’t erase the deficit in the fourth, and Griffins walked away with the win. The Gaiters’ failure to knock down big shots from three-point line throughout the game was one factor that hurt them. Canisius also hit

some big shots which were demoralizing for the Bishop’s defense.

The Griffins’ sophomore guard Tahj Staveskie was outstanding, finishing with a game-high 34 points. For the Gaiters, Charles-Andre Robert had a team-high of 20 points. This is a great sign for the team, as Robert missed many important games during the final stretch of the 2022-23 season due to various injuries. Having him back healthy will be a win for the Gaiters who want to reach their full potential this year.

Zachary John, a sophomore guard for the Gaiters, brought high energy on both ends of the floor and finished with 15 points of his own. The Gaiters look forward to their next game on Sept. 23 where they will take on Guelph University in Brockville, Ontario.

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Experiential learning at an archaeological field school in Greece

By Virginia Rufina Marquez-Pacheco Contributor

This summer, I had the opportunity and privilege to participate in the course CLA 309, “Study Abroad in Greece”, organized and led by Dr. Lana Radloff. In this course, we worked at the archaeological site of the Lechaion harbour of ancient Corinth along with students from five American universities.

The work was rather straightforward and regular. A workday involved arriving at the archaeological site by 6 a.m. and excavating until 1:30 p.m. with a half-hour break in the middle of the day. On the site, our role as students was to excavate under the supervision of a trench supervisor.

Working on the site was an excellent way to gain hands-on knowledge and understanding of archaeological concepts and techniques. We learned how to use a variety of tools effectively, such as pickaxes and trowels. We also had the chance to interact with and learn from a range of specialists, including an epigraphist, someone who studies words carved into clay or rock; and a micromorphologist, someone who studies soil at a microscopic level. Moreover, we learned many of the technical skills involved in archaeology such as writing detailed documentation, drawing sketches to scale and in my case, how to set up the Global Navigation Satellite System base used to record precise geographic coordinates. Field trips to nearby sites such as Mycenae and Epidaurus supplemented our learning experience by providing the larger context of the ancient Greek world, in which Lechaion and ancient Corinth were situated.

This experience was also an opportunity to grow as an individual. For me, this meant learning how to listen to my mind and body to set up healthy physical, mental, and emotional boundaries. Furthermore, this study abroad experience was a way for me to learn how to push myself and my boundaries safely. This ability enabled me to learn how to be more comfortable when facing uncomfortable and distressing situations.

Thus, I got to know myself better.

Unfortunately, my experience also made me more aware of the many systemic issues within the field of archaeology. There were several instances when my fellow students and I faced sexist, ableist and racist attitudes. Though these were difficult situations to deal with, they also highlighted to me the importance and power of empathy and allyship. One of the best ways to stand up against these behaviours and systematic problems is to hold each other up and build a strong community.

Becoming part of a community was another significant portion of my study abroad experience. Throughout these weeks, we lived in small apartments in the small village of ancient Corinth. The local people were incredibly welcoming and open. I had the opportunity to learn from the local people about their personal histories, their interests and modern Greek history, for which I am forever grateful. These conversations helped me improve my intercultural awareness.

This experiential learning opportunity in Greece gave me more than I could ever have imagined. Though it was challenging at times, the rewards were invaluable. I highly encourage anyone who can to spend time abroad and see how you grow.

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Bishop’s Forum

By Colin Ahern Contributor

From Aug. 11-16, English-speaking youth from across the province gathered at Bishop’s University for an intensive week of civic engagement talks, workshops and activities at the seventh annual Bishop’s Forum. In addition to attending talks, participants also developed their own parliamentary commissions – investigations on a topic of their choosing – to present to a panel of commissioners and participated in a media scrum with real journalists.

Bishop’s Forum is an annual event to connect Quebec’s English-speaking youth. It is open to Quebecers who selfidentify as English speakers between the ages of 18 and 26 who are interested in influencing public policy, deepening their understanding of Quebec society and wishing to make a career in Quebec. The application to participate required writing a blurb on what changes should be made in Quebec society. There were many interesting talks and workshops throughout the Forum. Speakers included Michael Goldbloom, Bishop’s former principal; Maya Johnson, CTV news anchor; Royal Orr, former CBC host; Mark Lawson, former chief of staff to Ontario’s minister of finance; and many more. Topics included the role of journalism in society, the demography of English speakers in Quebec over time, active listening, leadership and financial literacy, among others. Participants were also fortunate to spend their lunch hours networking with the speakers of that day, discussing more intimately the issues that mattered to them.

Moreover, students were given the opportunity to present a parliamentary commission addressing issues in Quebec politics with their ideas for solutions. They presented to a panel of commissioners that included Barbara Uteck, former secretary to the Governor General; Graham Fraser, former commissioner of the official languages; and Nicholas Satler, executive director of the Provincial Employment Roundtable, among others. Students were separated into working groups who would spend hours each day preparing and researching for their presentations to the commissioners.

Following their presentations, they also participated in a media scrum, where real journalists would engage with them on the strengths and weaknesses of their proposed solutions. Journalists asked questions on the spot and participants needed to defend their solutions and go more in-depth into the details of their work. Journalists participating included Bishop’s Cont’d on page 9

Convocation: Celebrating your time at Bishop’s before the start of a new chapter

Christina Lépine Contributor

As we walk by the Bishop’s arches to enter the Quad after a well-deserved summer break, we all pass by the sign “Remember how you entered, be proud of how you leave”. Most students only fully understand the

meaning of this sentence when Convocation comes, which closes the Bishop’s chapter.

Last June, I had the opportunity to work as an usher for Convocation, and where I truly understood the emotional step of graduating from Bishop’s University.

On June 2, graduating students gathered behind the red-roofed hangar beside Paterson to plant 23 trees for the Class of 2023. That same evening, graduates had the opportunity to dress up and celebrate their time at Bishop’s with their friends and family by attending the Chancellor’s Dinner at Centre de Foires de Sherbrooke. There, former Principal Michael Goldbloom congratulated the graduating class. Graduating students could watch a summary of their time at Bishop’s through a slideshow accompanied by musical numbers and the presentation of the recipients of honorary doctorates.

On June 3, the Business and Education Convocation ceremony took place at 10 a.m. and the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities Convocation ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Students walked the stage in Denver Gym before the valedictorians’ speeches and the principal’s speech which closed these two emotional Convocation ceremonies. Geneviève Leclair, education graduate,

and Nathalia Muñoz Gómez, natural sciences graduate, successfully completed the task of delivering heartfelt valedictorian speeches that moved the graduating class in both morning and afternoon ceremonies. Muñoz Gómez mentioned in her speech that “this campus is not the buildings or the trees or the grass. The life of this school is all of you, all of us and those who have set foot here”.

The weekend of celebrations ended just like any other for Gaiters in town with a very successful night at the Gait. Graduating and returning Bishop’s students joined the party until the time came for last goodbyes as “Closing Time” was blasting through the Gait’s speakers.

This Convocation weekend made me realize that time flies by really fast at Bishop’s, and all students should enjoy every opportunity and every experience as much as possible before graduation. As Victoria Perak, Golden Mitre Award and Julie Bradshaw Award recipient, once mentioned before graduating on June 3, “You don’t get to Lennoxvegas by accident”.

As this fall semester starts, remember to enjoy every bit of it and to take on any opportunity as you are here for a reason. You should truly be proud of your time at Bishop’s because you are the ones who make this school so special.

Virginia Rufina Marquez-Pacheco during her internship. Photo courtesy of Virginia Rufina Marquez-Pacheco

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Sharing memories at Grace Village: The importance of intergenerational interaction

Vong, a third-year psychology student, and Jasmine Piché, a fourth-year psychology student, who helped me collect the oral histories of sixteen residents, which we turned into personalized poems and visual media, such as paintings and photographs. We eventually compiled everything we had developed into a booklet, and on June 1, 2023, we held a live poetry reading at Grace Village in front of the residents. Kelly Gillis, the experiential learning coordinator in science, attended the event.

Everyone loved it, and many tears were shed. It was an afternoon filled with emotion.

Alum, CBC journalist Gordon Lambie and former Global News anchor Elysia Bryan-Banes.

Students worked diligently preparing and presenting their parliamentary commissions, engaging thoughtfully with speakers. They were also treated to many social events. They had several on-campus bonfires and were guided to the Bishop’s golf course by students in the astronomy and physics department to go stargazing on the night of the Perseids meteor shower. Students also visited Foresta Lumina in Coaticook to enjoy its immersive multimedia experience in the forest.

This year’s Bishop’s Forum was organized by director Elysia BryanBanes, and associate director Sonia Patenaude, who is also the manager of communications at Bishop’s University. The participants appreciated their hard work and dedication, gifting them with bouquets of flowers and many rounds of applause.

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In early April, I, a fourth-year liberal arts student, began my association with the recently established Experiential Learning Office at Bishop’s University. After a few meetings with Bassam Chiblak, experiential learning coordinator in arts, I was put in contact with Jan Draper, retired Champlain professor and project coordinator of Write Here, Write Now for BU’s Lifelong Learning Academy. From there, I became the organizer of an experiential learning pilot project for the spring of 2023.

The goal was simple: chat with senior residents at Grace Village, a retirement home in Lennoxville, collect positive memories of their lives and turn these recollections into artistic expressions as an antidote to the quarantine period of recent years.

I eventually partnered with Vimean

As people who had never worked with seniors before, this was a new experience for the other students and I. We learned to be patient and humble, and we were reminded to cherish the simple things in life and to value each day.

Vimean Vong shared a few words about his experience: “Before going to (Grace Village), I gave myself the challenge to come out of my comfort zone by participating in a new project. My main goal was to immerse myself (and) understand what the residents were going through daily. They feel lonely sometimes. I came to realize that each time I visited them, it made their day a little better. It meant the world to me.”

Jan Draper also had a few words to say about mentoring the students: “Before I met Leea, Vimean and Jasmine, I wondered how they would respond to the residents at Grace Village and how effective they would be at organizing, interviewing and so on. No worry was necessary. All three established a positive rapport with the

The Sustainable Development Office: A busy summer

By Kade Steffen Contributor

It’s been a busy month for the Sustainable Development (SD) Office! This summer, the two new sustainable development summer interns, Kade Steffen and Charles Beaudet, worked on many different projects to engage Bishop’s University in social and environmental sustainability.

The office added many new pollinator zones on campus, planted with native milkweed and annual and biennial wildflowers. These zones represent areas that foster pollination, the fertilization of plants through insects. This fall, more native perennial trees and shrubs will be added so that the zones can become selfsufficient, respecting native biodiversity on campus. These new pollinator zones have been a hit not only with humans on campus but also with the newest buzzing members of the Bishop’s community.

This summer saw the building and installment of two new beehives and bee colonies. Under the guidance of Jesse Dymond, beekeeper and campus chaplain, the sustainable development interns have

been monitoring and taking care of these busy fellows. This coming school year will hopefully see more opportunities for interested students and staff to take part in educational activities, honey spinning and hive maintenance as part of the Bishop’s Bees club.

The office also collaborated this summer with the ArtLab summer camp for kids. Students Kade Steffen and Fréderique LeBlanc-Piette planned and guided an activity each week, combining art, sustainability and environmental education into Waldorf philosophy-informed projects – an educational style that focuses on creativity and imagination to develop pupils’ intellectual, artistic and practical skills. Some activities included creating wildflower bouquets while learning about honorable harvest and responsible foraging practices, and making DIY self-watering planters out of upcycled plastic bottles.

Another surprising project this summer consisted of repurposing thousands of dollars worth of construction materials. Pomerleau, a construction company in Montreal, rented facilities on Bishop’s campus in July for a weekend team-building boot camp. Many

of their fitness and teamwork challenges required construction. Charles Beaudet, SD Office intern, took the lead in managing material distribution, ensuring that as much material as possible could be repurposed and diverted from the landfill.

People on campus may also have noticed the big black plastic tarps laid on the grass near the Peter Curie Marsh. This site will be home to Bishop’s very own community garden, full of garden plots for lease to students and staff. More details to come this fall!

Another project that interns have been working on since the end of the last winter semester is sorting through donated used items. At the end of the semester, a room was set up in the temporary trailers next to the SportsPlex where students leaving residences could donate anything they couldn’t take with them. We had a flood of over one hundred bags and boxes of bedding, food, school supplies, clothing, dorm decorations and more! The SD Office interns spent dozens of hours sorting and distributing donations to various organizations around campus, which included winter clothing essentials

residents right away. Their interest was piqued, and the interviews were enjoyable for both. They were happy to share their memories, which were well-recorded, and the gala (was) a unique celebration. When I go to Grace Village to visit, people ask me about Leea, Vimean, and Jas. They will be remembered for a long time.”

Despite the physical and cognitive challenges faced by participants, some of whom were over 90 years old, they had great memories of their lives to share. Sadly, one of the realities of working with the elderly is accepting that their remaining time on earth is very limited. Indeed, not long after the event, two participants passed away.

We hope that BU can forge stronger ties with the Grace Village community to continue this intergenerational exchange of knowledge and stories. Many valuable lessons were learned, something that we will cherish forever.

A big thank you to Sandra Klinck and Danielle Robertson at Grace Village, who have facilitated the organization of the project.

for incoming international students, food donations and menstrual products for the community cupboard, art supplies for BUnited and bedding packages for new incoming students. All requested items have found a new life around campus! Donations not requested by campus organizations or departments are being cleaned and prepared to be sold at a special campus thrift store during orientation week.

All of these projects are just the tip of the iceberg. Keep an eye out for what the SD Office has in store for the fall!

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Kade Steffen, Sustainable Development Summer Intern. Photo courtesy of Kade Steffen.

Photo courtesy of Jan Draper

ARTS & CULTURE

A letter from the “Man in the Chair”

By Laura Fernandez Contributor

“I hate theatre”. These were the first words uttered in the entire musical by a man in the middle of the audience. Most people hearing this were confused as to what this show would be about, myself included, especially with a title like The Drowsy Chaperone. Little did I know that this musical would be one of the most exciting, astonishing and rewarding experiences I have had working on productions throughout my time at Bishop’s University.

As a plus-size woman, most directors would never look to give someone like me a leading role in anything, let alone a musical, unless it was our token plus-size female lead in musical theatre, Tracy from Hairspray. My director, Art Babayants, gave me the role of Man in the Chair. This was an opportunity for most directors to look past my size or gender, a role that was not only emotionally challenging but that took a large amount of time to perfect.

As a plus-size woman, most directors would never look to give someone like me a leading role in anything, let alone a musical, unless it was our token plus-size female lead in musical theatre, Tracy from Hairspray.

The casting for our production was not the most conventional which helped us build a show that was memorable for many individuals. In the theatre industry, it is hard to break the casting stereotypes. Roles seem to be almost written exactly for specific individuals, leading to repetitive casting. It is becoming more common to see people being cast who do not necessarily fit the stereotypes of the role. For example, the 2022 Cabaret is playing in London this

summer and has won seven Olivier awards (given by the Society of London Theatre).

The casting is very different from previous productions, which the current audience can relate to, and it also opens the door for many talented actors. If shows today could expand casting in a way that is more inclusive to individuals who are most often shoved to the side, then we can create a theatre for everyone, including those who have never seen themselves on stage before. Why be the fat funny comedic relief when I can play the strong outgoing female/male lead?

It was on closing night when an older lady came up to me and said that we took her back to her childhood. This message stuck with me. The Drowsy Chaperone has an intoxicating nostalgia about it that the Man in the Chair carries through the whole show, allowing the audience to fall in love with the character. The Man in the Chair reveals so much about himself through the show; his failed marriage and his sexuality. It’s through his love of theatre that we see everything about him come to life because he feels safe; when we feel safe we can become vulnerable.

The message from the woman stuck with me mainly because that is the beauty of theatre, bringing people joy and transporting them to another world, as well as reminding them of things they may have long forgotten. Theatre gives individuals a sense of community and family. Not only was this an amazing production, but it also highlighted so much of the talent we have here at Bishop’s. From wonderfully talented graduates to individuals who were just experiencing their first musical at Bishop’s, we were all so diverse with varying experience, which meant that we could help each other with the many challenges that presented themselves. No matter how much we stumbled, bumbled and fumbled, I think that this show was an incredible experience for everyone involved and anyone who had the privilege to travel with us back to the 1920s.

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Flourish for Atrophy

By Colin Ahern Contributer

A typical Wednesday at Jacob’s Pillow: Artist services internship

By Oriana Valentina Buchszer Sanchez Contributor

The birds are chirping, the sun shines through my bedroom window, and I feel a light summer breeze on my face. My loud alarm clock wakes me up; it’s 7 a.m. I usually take 30 minutes before I finally get up and start my day. I do my morning routine and then go to the Stone Dining Hall, where breakfast awaits me. That’s how a typical Wednesday starts. Yet again, what is a typical day at Jacob’s Pillow?

Wednesdays are no joke at the Jacob Pillow, a dance centre in Becket, Massachusetts, known for its summer dance festival. Wednesdays mark the opening of a new week, where a new crowd of people arrives on campus. Everyone is frantic and excited about a new beginning but tired from the previous week.

My job starts when the dance company arrives around 10 a.m. At that point in the day, their name tags and an organized hospitality table with snacks are ready for them. I give them a little campus tour, explaining that Jacob’s Pillow was founded in 1931. On this tour, I also pinpoint the essential places the dancers must recognize for their stay.

By 11 a.m., we have a meeting with the company representatives to review all the details of and schedule planned for the week. Straight after this meeting, it is already time for lunch. I only have 45 minutes to eat since we have the director’s welcome, where the artistic director of the dance festival, Pamela Tatge, introduces every department and artist to everyone. It is a beautiful moment where everyone stands in a giant circle and feels connected to one another. At that point, I must ensure that my company takes the iconic picture on Jacob’s Pillow Rock.

It’s 1:30 p.m., and the moment I get to slow down arrives. I stay in front of my computer for the next few hours since the company has a dress rehearsal/photocall until 5 p.m. During my office time, I need to start advancing for the next dance

company arriving the following week, ordering the printed picture of the Pillow Rock, and making sure all the calendars are up to date. At the same time, I need to watch for any requests the company may have during their rehearsal.

By 6:30 p.m., it is time to grab my dinner and enjoy the performance outside on the Leir Stage. It’s my favourite moment of the day because I get to enjoy the beautiful combination of nature and dance. After the Leir stage show, I head toward Bakalar studio, where the company is warming up for their night show. I make sure they have everything they need, and then it’s 8 p.m. I go to the Ted Shawn Theater entrance, where I can get a bell ticket to enter the indoor show.

As I write these lines, I am experiencing my last Wednesday at the Pillow. It is a bittersweet feeling because I am returning home to family and friends with many stories. However, I am leaving behind a magical place where I felt artistically challenged like never before.

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Mental gridlock. Optic nerves are fried. Tendons and sinew rotten. Slow your pace Yorrick.

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Shakesperience 2023: lessons in hope, empathy and patronage

By Sonoma Brawley Contributor

We depend upon theatre to momentarily escape the wickedness of our world and to be transported to a safe space of creativity.

Shakesperience 2023 was an incredible experiential learning opportunity that delivered lessons in hope, empathy and patronage and provided a first-hand example of the value of the humanities. This for-credit course was open to students across the Maple League Universities, as well as to “students of life” who joined for a not-for-credit adventure in Stratford, Ontario. Together, we embarked on a festival feat and attended five productions from this year’s Stratford Festival season.

The performances included Shakespeare’s King Lear, Richard II, and Much Ado About Nothing - along with two musicals: Rent and Spamalot. Shakesperience encouraged joy and curiosity in scholarship by connecting people ages 18-80 in compassionate and energetic ways to learn from one another.

I was thrilled to return to Stratford for my second year of Shakesperience. Under the guidance and generative mentorship of Prof. Jessica Riddell from Bishop’s University’s english department, Prof. Shannon Murray from the University of Prince Edward Island and Prof. Lisa Dickson from the University of Northern British Columbia, we were immersed in the town and spent five days absorbing extraordinary theatre at the Stratford Festival.

Theatre acted as our tool to create spaces for holding complexity and breaking open conversations. Throughout June, we connected virtually with meet-and-greet sessions on Teams and explored asynchronous lectures and assignments. Although Shakespeare’s work is over 400 years old, it is still relevant to us in a 21st-century context. His plays enabled an authentic escape and the opportunity for self-exploration through collaborative art.

Storytelling is our single greatest superpower. It is how we make sense of our world, grow our empathy, and connect. The stories we tell are often chosen because they hold a mirror up to society and challenge us to face uncomfortable truths.

Theatre teaches us how to use storytelling for advocacy and to make spaces for everyone’s voice to be heard. It is an active art because it invites you in, but it also demands that you listen.

Shakespeare’s plays present an immersive archeological exhibition of humanity encased in rich rhythmic language. This is an art form where we build from the ground up. Audience participation is central to that creation.

As audience members at the Stratford Festival, we were immersed in the middle of an ephemeral moment.

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Throughout Shakesperience, we focused on the theme of patronage and how necessary it was to support the arts. We found immense value in being part of the action and value in the process of watching art unfold before our eyes. As we watched the performances on stage flutter past, we were reminded of how lucky we were to experience live theatre. The fleeting words and precious moments weren’t

preservable, but that only increased their value. Theatre gave us the gift to breathe life into these treasured stories. When we sat in the audience, we were brought on adventures in technicolor, without even needing ruby slippers to transport us.

Looking forward to the magic of Shakesperience 2024!

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How O-Week gets sponsorships

By Brandon Leblanc Contributor

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” -Wayne

Gretzky

That’s the exact kind of thinking it takes to reach out to sponsors for Orientation Week; you never know who’s willing to be a part of the biggest event Bishop’s has to offer. Sponsors come from all over, including the boroughs of Lennoxville, Magog and even as far as Montreal. We, the Student Representative Council (SRC), like to hit the ball running early when it comes to reaching out to sponsors. As soon as we get our theme in mid-May to early June, then it’s go time! This means sending out sponsorship packages by email, having frequent phone calls with previous sponsors and reaching out to potential ones, even using the occasional in-person used-car salesman pitches to try and get anyone on board.

After that, it’s a series of trying to figure out what’s the best option for the sponsors and confirming what days they would like to be present at O-Week events. Sponsorship packages include different options of levels of monetary support. Depending on their selected package, sponsors can add their merchandise to O-Week packs, be named prime sponsors for chosen events, and have their logos featured on O-Week t-shirts, the banner and a variety of communications throughout the week.

It’s like gardening, if you want your plants to grow and come back the next

season, you have to treat them properly and nurture them. The same thing goes for nurturing relationships with sponsors. You want to be as communicative, accommodating and thankful for their participation as they’re part of the reason it’s even possible to have an O-Week.

The SRC is a non-profit organization, which means any money we make goes right back into the student experience.

The way we’re able to fund a majority of O-Week is through every first year’s students’ fees. They all pay a one-time orientation week fee which is put directly into the budget for all the O-Week activities, equipment and supplies. The idea is to use all of that money and break even on the event; the more money we have, the more we can offer to the first years and add to that memorable first impression.

Once the dust settles from all the sponsorship commotion of getting everything confirmed and booked for the week, we move into the nitty gritty of planning where everything is going to be set up and brought to life. At the heart of it rests The Quad.

The SRC wants to wish all the first years a wonderful welcome to the beautiful campus that is Bishop’s University!

Housing rights students have but may not know about

By Sufia Langevin Associate Editor

As the school year is starting, students are learning and experiencing new things in all areas of life. It is widely known that

students will learn in their classes and that they will learn about themselves and their friends throughout their time in university.

However, there are many things that students are expected to know as they enter adulthood that may not have

ever been explicitly taught to them. EducaLoi is a website that provides clear and comprehensible legal information in Quebec, and the information in this article was found on this site.

For students who are moving into apartments for the first time, students who have been tricked by landlords in the past or students who are newly moving to Quebec, the laws regarding leases in Quebec can be difficult to understand.

One key point for students to know is that as tenants, they have the right to sublet their apartment, even if their lease has a clause saying that they cannot. Such clauses are not legal, and the landlord should not prevent the tenant from subletting the apartment. The tenant must give the name and address of the person they are subletting to as well as the date that this would come into effect. If the landlord wishes to deny the sublet, they must provide a reason. For shared apartments, a roommate would be allowed to deny a sublet.

In a similar vein, clauses that prevent

the tenant from having roommates may also be illegal. In such cases, the limitation would depend on the number of people that can fit reasonably in the apartment.

For example, an apartment that can reasonably fit two people would be legally allowed to prevent tenants from living there as a group of six roommates. This is to ensure that those occupying the apartment are doing so in safe living arrangements.

EducaLoi is a resource that provides information on the law, but should someone wish to take action, for example by reporting an illegal clause on their lease, they should do so through the Administrative Housing Tribunal, the branch of government responsible for rental housing in Quebec. Tenants may find forms, legal information, and contacts on their website at https://www.tal.gouv. qc.ca/en

Students should feel confident in their rights as tenants in their apartments in Quebec, with the resources at their disposal.

Photo courtesy of Joseph Aubert

This year’s O-Week banner shows a variety of sponsors. Photo courtesy of Joseph Aubert