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Upward trend in Fentanyl deaths problematic for students CHELSEA POWRIE
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Recreational use of the opioid drug fentanyl is on the rise on Canadian campuses, and the mounting accidental overdose toll has experts worried. Fentanyl is a painkiller, but one that has been proven to be even more potent than morphine. It is legally prescribed to patients with intense chronic pain and is administered via a patch on the skin to control dosage rates. These patches are altered by illicit dealers and users by scraping the drug off the patch and smoking, snorting or injecting it in one go, greatly intensifying the effect. Colleen Dell, University of Saskatchewan professor and research chair in substance abuse, is worried about the rise of fentanyl use in Canada, especially among students. “Our brains aren't developed until we're 24,” Dell said. “Whatever you're doing until then, you're affecting how your brain develops.” According to Dell, illicitly cooked fentanyl, which can be mixed with other drugs such as heroin to create a pill, is sometimes sold to users who are under the impression
they're purchasing other, less potent drugs. The lack of regulation around these illegally produced fentanyl hybrids means less control over what users are ingesting. “We've had way too many deaths around fentanyl use. It's just the reality around anything when you don't know exactly what you're putting in your body,” Dell said. Between 2009 and 2014, there were just under 700 deaths in Canada in which fentanyl was the cause or a contributing cause. In Saskatchewan, emergency response personnel are equipped with naloxone injections, which counteract the effects of opioid overdose, but Dell cautioned that sometimes this isn't enough. “It's important that people still go to the emergency room. Painkillers can stay in the system a long time, and you could come to and suddenly go into cardiac arrest because it's still in your body in unknown amounts,” she said. The rising trend of fentanyl and other drug use seems to Dell to be an indication that students need more help with mental health. She said the way to address the problem is to find out why the person is taking the drug in the first place, and start from there. Dell named anxiety and stress as key triggers. “The problem is, your entire life is filled with stress,” Dell said. “If you don't learn
to manage your coping skills, what will you do in the future? Self-medication can lead to really unhealthy habits and five years later, you're wondering how you got where you are.” According to CBC News, this type of casual user, who chooses occasional highs rather than being a hardcore addict, is a frequent victim of fentanyl overdose. The drug is being advertised by dealers as OxyContin and being laced with other street drugs to provide a more intense hit —sometimes, too intense. Dell advises U of S students who may come across fentanyl at a party or with friends
simply to stay away and not to take it. She wants the spotlight on fentanyl to extend to substance abuse issues among students in general. She finds that many students have a disturbingly casual attitude towards alcohol and sugar, for example. “Every time you drink alcohol, you're killing brain cells. That's probably pretty important to most people on campus,” she said. “And you probably don't want to study after eating a bunch of McDonald's.” Dell admitted that stacked up against a potent drug like fentanyl, junk food and beer don't seem so menacing. But
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after eight years in her position with the U of S, she has seen that overindulgence in any potentially addictive or dangerous substance is never a good idea. “Seek balance in life,” Dell said, as her message to incoming students. “Remember, even professors struggle with that.” The risks associated with fentanyl and other unregulated, unprescribed substances are manifold and increasingly well-documented. Experts like Dell warn students not to take risks with their developing brains and make informed choices about self-medication.
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Choices offers a buffet of benefits for U of S students EMILY KLATT Staff Writer
Choices cafeteria at the University of Saskatchewan is working to maintain its competitive edge on campus for the 2015-16 school year by providing a variety of options to U of S students and patrons alike. Located in St. Thomas More College, Choices is right across from Place Riel. Combining passionate staff with a dedication to service, Choices is once again offering fresh, high quality food at reasonable prices. This year, executive chef Andreas Gewers has created a wide range of delicious food options for students to enjoy, from signature sandwiches to the soups of the day. “My favorite part is to cook. I love to cook. This is always my passion,” Andreas said. Although this is only his second year as executive chef for Choices, Andreas has over 30 years of experience. Originally from Hamburg, Germany, he brings an international flair to the kitchen. For busy students on campus, Choices offers a number of benefits. All the food
is prepared fresh daily, with a wide selection available. Several breakfast options are served and the lunch menu changes daily. For the ethically minded, Choices also sources its meat from local farmers around Saskatoon, as well as offering fair trade coffee and tea. Betina Gewers, service and events coordinator for Choices, recognizes the importance of quality food to U of S students. “Everything is made from scratch. Our baking is made from scratch, and the food presentation is always very
nice here,” Betina said. Another important aspect for Choices is value. They provide several different, affordable options for dining. Opening bright and early at 8 a.m., Choices has special breakfast deals for those students willing to get up with the sun. For $3.99, students can purchase two sausages, scrambled eggs, hash browns and coffee or tea; add two pancakes to that deal for $4.99. Choices will also continue to offer its very popular daily buffet. While the buffet is not new, the savings for U of S
students are a welcome addition. “The new thing is that we are offering the buffet to U of S students for $8. The non-student price is $10, so there’s a huge saving for students and they just have to present a valid U of S student card to get the benefit of the price,” Betina said. Choices also offers a wide range of catering services for both on and off campus events, including student groups and clubs. Despite being a cafeteria, Choices is about more than just food. For Betina, it is
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the people that really make Choices something special. “I know most of the students by name and have a really great relationship to them. Just talking to them and building a relationship and working together with a great team of chefs in the kitchen. That’s my favorite part.” As much as Choices loves its customers, its customers love it back. Choices is a popular lunch spot for more than just STM students. “I’ve been getting really good feedback every single day. We get some nice writing letters from students, from staff,” Andreas said. Choices also has its own social media accounts as one way to give back to its customers. “We have great benefits for people that follow us on Instagram and Facebook. For example, at Christmastime we provide a cheaper buffet or free buffet for all the friends from Facebook or Instagram,” Andreas said. Choices lives up to its name and does just that, emphasizing choice: the choice to make fresh, nutritious, affordable food a part of life at the U of S. Choices is located in St. Thomas More College. For more information, visit stmcollege.ca.
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USSU executive talks progress, superpowers and the year ahead
What progress has been made on your platform? Jack Saddleback, USSU president
“Over the summer, I have been really focusing on my four platform points, that being the mental health strategy, the sexual assault policy, student engagement and community engagement. The first two are definitely more concrete, the latter two I’ve been looking at ways to be able to bring that into the larger scheme of things, especially now that we are going into the full-on school year. “The interesting thing about my platform and what I ran on is that I really wanted specific deliverables and those deliverables are coming along nicely. The latter two are very broad because I wanted to leave it open for those things that do come up throughout the year and as we are moving along, there is the Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre which has kind of taken a little bit of time to open up, which is understandable, construction happens. But I feel there is a lot of opportunity for the USSU, as well as the university, to work on student engagement as well as community engagement within that centre.”
Jack Saddleback, USSU president
Kehan Fu, vice-president student affairs
“At orientation, food trucks are happening! That was part of my platform. “Another part of my platform is to find ways to engage students at an institutional level without making it seem like we are all bureaucrats, so something that all four of us execs are trying to do this year, especially ideas that Ata has pitched, is to have us more out in the open. So starting in September, once students are back in schedule, every week one of us execs will be out in a common popular area; whether it is Place Riel, one of the different colleges, we’ll be there basically representing the USSU, giving it a face.”
Ata Merat, vice-president finance and operations
“One thing I am looking for is getting plasma screens in Place Riel for bus transitions. Because buses now have GPS, so if you can have the university map with all the buses entering and exiting, so during winter time students do not have to go outside waiting for the bus, and if there is any delay it can give us an updated time online of when they are coming. Transit promised us the plasmas but they didn’t promise us when it is going to happen so hopefully we can get it going as soon as possible and we can develop the app or look of the program. “I am also in the process of getting the LiveSafe app so we can monitor where students walk and at the same time, they are in touch with Protective Services and you can also report any sexual assualt or any incident. So mainly it helps with safety and sexual assault on campus.”
Kehan Fu, vice-president student affairs
Gabe Senecal, vice-president academic affairs
“I ran on a student bill of rights so I have been working a lot on that, collecting all the different university policies, consulting with different people around the university and getting that ready for publication in the middle of September. “Also, as vice-president academic affairs, I sit on a lot of different council committees, so I put a lot of time into those in May and June, but in July and August council doesn’t sit, so I had some time to work on other things. I’ve repackaged the student-at-large application process for students looking to apply to be on university student council committees. Hopefully that will increase the amount of students that want to apply for that as well as improve the quality of the applications.”
If you could choose one superpower to aid in your exec role, what would it be and why?
What is a random fact that U of S students don’t already know about you?
Jack Saddleback:
Kehan Fu:
“I would love to be able to clone myself at will because there are just so many events that you just want to be at and partake in, and if I could have like two, three or four of me at a time then that would be awesome!”
Gabe Senecal:
“Super speed so I could work even harder for students and get more done.”
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“My dad was actually in charge of the panda reserve back in China, so I have indeed played with pandas. Pandas are actually scary as heck. Don’t mess with pandas. They are super protective of their families but they are also really cute.”
Ata Merat:
“All of us, the USSU exec, we all have the same middle name: Wilton. I am being honest. Probably U of S students do not know that.”
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Experiential learning creates opportunities outside the classroom LIAM FITZ-GERALD As students begin post-secondary studies this fall, many of them may wonder if the concepts and knowledge they are studying are applicable in whichever occupation they wish to enter. The University of Saskatchewan answers that concern by providing students a chance to apply certain classroom skills or knowledge in their field via experiential learning. Experiential learning at the U of S focuses on combining direct experience with focused reflection. It is the capacity to tie what goes on in the classroom with what goes on outside, either in a community or a professional environment. The hope is that students will reflect on the direct experience and how it relates to what they learn about in lectures. In this sense, it acts as a complement to the lecture system. Patti McDougall, vice provost teaching and learning, has played a leading role in promoting experiential learning at the U of S and notes that in educational literature, experiential learning is referred to as a “high impact practice.” “Experiential learning is tied to increases in knowledge and skills, but also an opportunity for people to clarify their values and an opportunity to apply prior learning,” McDougall said. McDougall describes five categories of experiential learning available to U of S students. The first, undergraduate research, emphasizes using methods of the discipline to solve problems and answer questions. The second, studying abroad, involves the student studying in a new environment, adding
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to their knowledge and experience. The third, field-based activities, offers students an opportunity to gain experience in their field outside the classroom. The fourth involves internships, practicums and co-ops where students tend to be in a professional environment practicing their skills and connecting it back to the classroom. The fifth opportunity involves community-engaged or community-based learning. “A great example of that is service learning,” McDougall said, referring to an example of psychology or sociology students working at a non-profit organization. Students can then understand sociological concepts from the classroom through their interaction in the field and reflect on this understanding when they return to the classroom. Chelsea Willness, assistant professor at Edwards School of Business, agrees that when students are eager to practice the skills they learn in the classroom, experiential learning presents them with a unique opportunity. “In my experience, students do enjoy experiential learning and active practice, getting outside the classroom when possible and learning by doing. Often, after they graduate, they tell me that the experience really helped them in their job search and also in their careers,” Willness said. According to Willness, the university has put more emphasis on experiential learning in some of its programs and offers support for instructors who are interested in including it. In the Third Integrated
Plan for 2012-16, which describes university-wide strategies to advance academic priorities, the U of S set a goal of increasing current student involvement and opportunities to participate in experiential learning by 20 per cent. Indeed, there are already 150-200 courses offered at the U of S, if not more, with an experiential learning component. All students have to do is know where to look for them when they register. “As you’re looking to register for a course, if you look to the last column under attributes, if the course has an experiential learning element, it will show up as such,” McDougall said. Furthermore, the university wants to promote experiential learning via a better website presence, not only for students interested in taking such a course but also for faculty who want an experiential learning component in their classrooms. The faculty have been very supportive of the initiative, McDougall insists, pointing out that professors who want an experiential learning component in the class are very committed to making sure that it is worthwhile for the students. “Make no mistake, these things take work. When you find a faculty member who’s doing this, they’ve made a commitment to doing this,” McDougall said. As the website presence develops, McDougall encourages students to check out the video testimonials of others who have already experienced the benefits of learning beyond the lecture. “It’s a great testament to why students value this opportunity and in turn, why the university wants to do more of it.”
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Indigenizing the U of S: A necessary transition When incoming University of Saskatchewan president Peter Stoicheff announced in July 2015 that indigeniKEIGHLAGH DONOVAN zation of the university would be a top priority, he met no resistance from the News Editor Infographics by: Jeremy Britz / crowded Convocation Hall, revealing Graphics Editor campus support for this movement. According to Statistics Canada, by 2031 approximately 24 per cent of the total population of Saskatchewan will be made up of Aboriginal people. The U of S already has one of the largest Aboriginal student populations at a research university in Canada. As such, the institution as a whole is continually evolving its programs and initiatives to prepare for and to encourage the cultural transition. Although indigenization is a fairly contemporary term, with it’s first usage recorded in the mid-twentieth century, Candace Wasacase-Lafferty, the director of First Nations and Métis engagement at the U of S, speaks to what the concept means to her. “When we say ‘indigenize the academy,’ I think about what it means to be respectful, knowledgeable and to what depths are we of understanding Indigenous peoples’ thoughts, values, ideas and inclusion, it’s all of that,” Wasacase-Lafferty said. “So it’s not one thing and I think that is where we get ourselves into a little bit of trouble, is by trying to put ‘indigenizing the academy’ into a little box somewhere and that it means one thing when it doesn’t.” Graeme Joseph, team leader for First Nations, Métis and Inuit student success at the Aboriginal Students’ Centre, looks to population trends to reinforce the necessity of the concept. “Everyone has different definitions as to what indigenizing the academy means or why it is important, but I think it is very important for an institution to be reflective of the community that it serves.” As students and faculty at the U of S become more familiar with the concept of indigenization, they can expect to see its influence at the core of several new and recurring events, programs and structures as the 2015-16 academic year unfolds.
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Indigenous Voices On Aug. 31, the Indigenous Voices program kicked off for the U of S. The program is a collection of faculty, primarily Indigenous staff and some guest lecturers as well, who focus on preparing academic staff and supporting them in their ability to become more culturally aware. The kickoff event took place at Shekinah Retreat Centre where elders, knowledge keepers and Indigenous Voices co-ordinators guided attendees through a day of stories, teachings, time on the land and preparing and cooking traditional meals as part of the learning journey. According to the program’s website, the Indigenous Voices initiative is a venue for learning and addresses topics such as basic skills and knowledge, protocols for community engagement and effective pedagogical strategies, with the goal of co-creating a more equitable and sustainable society. In short, the program aims to bring Indigenous people and perspectives into the teaching, programming and disciplinary communities at the U of S. “Indigenous Voices will prepare the university for the kinds of cultural change that we want to take on and the kinds of respectful relationships and knowledge bases that we want to grow,” Wasacase-Lafferty said. Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre The Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre is one way that the U of S is making a structural change in support of indigenization. According to sources involved with the project, it has been a slow construction site, but the $17 million build is projected to open its doors sometime in the late fall of 2015. According to Joseph, the U of S Aboriginal Students’ Centre, which is currently located within Marquis Hall, is a small centre by comparison and has been somewhat limited by its capacity to host events of a certain size. “What Gordon Oakes is going to be able to do is provide us with a much greater capacity to host all different kinds of events and encourage more Aboriginal students to become a part of our community. It’s not just going to be a place, it will literally be more like a platform from which we can then start to look at all different types of opportunities to support Aboriginal students,” Joseph said. Presently, there are 40 different types of events happening through the existing ASC which will then translate into the Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Centre once it opens.
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“We are really trying to position the Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Centre as an all-nations kind of gathering and that means Aboriginal and non, and I think that is what I am most excited about, is that the Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre will be a place of active learning for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people,” Wasacase-Lafferty said. The ASC works to affect the entire student experience, not just for Indigenous students but for all of the campus community. “We are producing students that will go on and lead us at some point, and if they have those relationships and that knowledge-base and appreciation of Aboriginal culture, then that is a game-changer for the university; that is a game-changer for Saskatchewan and all of Canada as far as I’m concerned,” Wasacase-Lafferty said. “It’s time to do something different or else we’ll always have the disjointed relationships that we have now. It’s time to try it a different way.” The hope is that the centre will not only aid in the recruitment of Aboriginal students, but also in retention efforts. “It is one thing to recruit Aboriginal students, it’s twice as important to retain them to the point where they graduate and then go back into the community and take up leadership roles,” Joseph said.
National Truth and Reconciliation Forum On June 2, 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released 94 calls to action that redress the legacy of Canadian residential schools, and the U of S plans to answer the call this year by hosting a national forum. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada is working to learn the truth about what happened in the residential schools and then to inform Canadians of their findings. The U of S plans to host the forum for two days in late November, which will engage universities and Aboriginal leaders from across the country. “We are looking to hold a national forum of thinkers and leaders particularly based on the TRC’s recommendations and we looked at those recommendations and tried to articulate which ones would the U of S be in the best position to work on and implement,” Wasacase-Lafferty said. The forum will aim to focus on approximately 10 of the recommendations, a manageable goal according to Wasacase-Lafferty, including those surrounding language, cultural retention and increasing educational success. “We will be inviting leaders and thinkers on these topics to seek advice and to look at what we as a university are already doing and what we could be doing more with regard to the TRC recommendations.”
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In addition to the new and continued initiatives to indigenize the university, the ASC undertook about 271 different activities last year alone to support Aboriginal students. Activities include everything from presentations on healthy living to career presentations and cultural ceremonies. According to Joseph, indigenization is not just about creating an opportunity for Aboriginal students to come to and to learn from the university, but something the entire campus community will benefit from. “This is an opportunity for the university to think about itself in a different way, and of course we really need all students to engage in that process and think about what indigenization means,” Joseph said. september 3, 2015
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D g Watch: John Trumpy AUSTIN ARVAY Sports Editor
As John Trumpy enters his final season of football, he only has one thing on his mind: to win another championship. The Saskatoon native is entering his second and final season with the Huskies, after completing five years of junior football with the Saskatoon Hilltops. Last year he joined a new team, learned a new playbook and proceeded to lead the Huskies in receiving yards with 495 and receiving touchdowns with five. After a successful first season, Trumpy is looking forward to the challenges of the new year. “I want to keep growing on what happened last year; I think that as the season progressed, I became a lot more comfortable with both the offence and the league. I just want to keep learning,” he said. Trumpy has always strived to be better and that’s something his younger brother, Joseph, can attest to. Joey, as his friends call him, is in his first year with the Hilltops program also as a receiver and has looked up to his brother in a few different ways. “I’ve heard stories from his past and present teammates about how well-respected he was and how well he treated his teammates, coaches and trainers, so he set the path for me on how to act,” Joey said. “As a younger brother, you always want to do better, so he
set the bar for me and it motivates me to one-up him. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better role model.” Trumpy has always had the drive to be better and credits his strong fundamentals to be a big part of his success. One of his favourite receivers was former Saskatchewan Roughrider Don Narcisse, who he tries to model his game after. “My all-time favourite player is Don Narcisse. He was a guy that wasn’t known for his speed and I’m not really a fast guy either. Anything that was in his realm he was coming down with. My biggest thing is making sure I come down with the football when it’s in the air,” Trumpy said. Aside from his football talents, Trumpy also plays guitar and piano on the side. His favourite artists right now are J. Cole and Drake, as he likes hip-hop music on his pregame playlist. Along with his musical gifts, Trumpy is also a “math nerd” and says he’s constantly doing math problems in his head. His love of math transfers over to school, where he recently completed his bachelor's degree in commerce at the Edwards School of Business. Players who often work hard have a good attitude about them, which is completely true of Trumpy. Joey is “proud” of the way he treats his teammates and the way in which others speak of him. He says he has learned a lot just from watching his older brother. “He’s taught me how hard you have to work and about grabbing an opportunity when it presents itself. I’ve seen probably 95 per cent of his games and I’ve seen him
make some huge catches. He’s showed me how to play football, not in words but actions,” Joey said. Trumpy credits his high school coaches Scott Hundseth and Brad Churnoda at Holy Cross for being a big influence on the football player he is today and is always quick to share the praises of his success. “Scott Hundseth and Brad Churnoda were not easy on me when I was a young guy, and there’s some things that happened in high school that they were always around for. I credit a lot to what has happened in the past seven years to what they helped me with. “Any good offence starts with the O-line and we have five guys who are going to protect Drew [Burko] and give him the time to deliver the ball. The other big thing is having five other good receivers. It doesn’t allow the defence to zone in on one guy and it frees me up a little bit. The coaches try to put you in a position where they want you to be successful,” Trumpy said. Out of all his years playing football, Trumpy will look back on a handful of great memories, but one in particular stands out. “Winning my second national championship with the Saskatoon Hilltops stands out. I was the oldest receiver on the team, with an older quarterback and running back and being able to see those guys win and knowing I was a big part of it is my favourite memory.” Trumpy is hoping he can save the best memory for last and cap off this season with a Vanier Cup championship.
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The time is now for Blue Jay bandwagoners AUSTIN ARVAY Sports Editor
As the summer rolled along and you were out enjoying the sunshine and freedom, the Toronto Blue Jays were headed towards another year of mediocrity — their 22nd straight season without reaching the post-season. Mired in a slump of losing seven of their past 11 games, another year of playoff-less Blue Jays baseball seemed like all but a foregone conclusion. Fast-forward to the end of July, however, and after a flurry of major trades by general manager Alex Anthopoulos, the Blue Jays are once again relevant in the MLB. Sitting with a record of 50–51 as of July 27 and a whopping eight games behind the New York Yankees for the division lead, the Jays went out and traded for five-
time all-star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki. But they weren’t done there. Just a few days later, they added the top pitcher on the market, David Price, and the buzz behind the Blue Jays reached a fever pitch. Neither of the superstars disappointed their new teammates or fans as Price was dominant in his first start as a Blue Jay, striking out 11 over eight solid innings of work. Tulowitzki won his first 13 starts with the club and just two short weeks after all hope had appeared to be lost, the Blue Jays surpassed the Yankees for first place in the division. This is the latest in the season that they’ve held the division lead since 1993, which also happens to be the last time they made the playoffs and won the World Series. At the end of August, they were sitting 7.5 games up in the wildcard and suddenly, making the playoffs was looking like a sure thing. For longtime fans, it’s sweet relief to finally see Canada’s lone professional baseball
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team looking like a contender once again. That being said, there’s still plenty of room on the bandwagon for the part-time baseball fan and there’s never been a better time to get behind the Blue Jays. They aren’t just winning games right now; they are hammering teams. In their recent series with the Detroit Tigers, the Jays won all three games and outscored them by a tally of 29–6. The Jays have one of the most exciting lineups in the league, with power from top to bottom of the batting order. Their pitching staff has been right up there with the best since the mid-July allstar break and their consistently shaky bullpen has found their stride and put forth the best Earned Run Average in the majors in August. Not only has the offence been playing well, but the defence has been hot too. Tulowitzki, Kevin Pillar, Russell Martin, Ryan Goins and Justin Smoak have all contributed nicely on the defensive side of things. Error-free baseball will be key as the playoff race heats up. Everybody loves home runs and the Jays are pro-
viding more than any other team in the league. As of Aug. 31, they’ve clubbed 184 homers and don’t look like they plan on slowing down anytime soon. In the aforementioned series with the Tigers, they hit 11 dingers in just three games, with four of those coming from the red-hot bat of Edwin Encarnacion. “EE” set a franchise record with 35 RBI’s in the month of August, as him and Most Valuable Player candidate Josh Donaldson have led the power surge that have vaulted the Jays up the standings. Donaldson has paced the Jays’ offensive attack all year long, as he’s hitting .301 with 36 home runs and 106 RBI’s at the end of August. His
RBI totals are the top in the league and he has thrived at hitting in the second spot, even more so after the addition of Tulowitzki. With José Bautista still playing like an all-star — plus Martin and Chris Colabello contributing nicely in the middle of the order — the Jays have one of the most feared offenses in recent memory. Regardless of whether or not you are a big baseball fan, the time is now for the Toronto Blue Jays. They are 24–6 since acquiring Tulowitzki and are exciting to watch on a nightly basis. As October draws closer, the hype builds as the Jays — with all of Canada behind them — hope to make a run at the World Series.
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Huskies set to do battle with Bisons KADE GATES Another season of Huskies football is upon us as the Huskies host their Canada West conference opener against the University of Manitoba Bisons — the same Bisons that ended the Huskies’ 2014 season at Griffiths Stadium in a heartbreaking playoff loss last November. For those who don’t quite remember last season’s semifinal loss, here’s a quick refresher. Manitoba quickly jumped out to a 14–0 lead before the Huskies put up 16 unanswered to lead 16–14 after one quarter. By the early third, it was 37–18 for the Dogs and it looked like the Huskies would cruise to a Hardy Cup appearance. A comeback began as the Bisons’ Jayden McKoy took an interception back to the house to close the gap. A few special teams’ errors and a fumble returned for a touchdown gave the Bisons a 40–37 lead. They closed the gap to one, but the Bisons scored late on a trick play and held off the Huskies to steal a 47–39 victory. Saskatchewan will bring back a ton of offensive starters from last season, including the signal caller quarterback Drew Burko. Burko was a standout last year for the Huskies as he lead the CanWest with 182 completed passes for 2256 yards and 21 touchdowns. Burko was impressive in the Huskies non-conference game against the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks, completing 13 of 20 passes for 214 yards and two touchdowns. The committee backfield that led the Huskies to over a thousand yards rushing will return, as Shane Buchanan, Jarvis James and Tyler Chow will all see carries. Chow carried the ball nine times for 62 yards against the Golden Hawks. Also showing his abilities in the
non-conference game was second year Kayden Johnson who rushed 17 times for 86 yards. Expect to see a committee approach early on in the season, as the Huskies have plenty of talent in the backfield. The Huskie receiving corps will miss Kit Hillis who graduated last season, but will still return younger brother Mitch Hillis as well as John Trumpy and Brydon Ozmun. Trumpy lead the Huskies with nearly 500 receiving yards on 35 receptions and five touchdowns.
ways we can hurt people. We’ve got three outstanding running backs and a veteran offensive line that is skilled and has been around for a while and understands the run game. Our top five receivers all catch the ball well and can do things with it after they get it,” Towriss said. In their season debut, the Huskies’ defence looked solid and played well versus Laurier. Fifth-year Chris Friesen finished the game with two interceptions and Brooks Falloon was equally as impressive,
New kicker for the Huskies Sean Stenger was great connecting on all three of his field goal attempts. The punt protection against the Golden Hawks was suspect and will need to be improved as the season moves along. Manitoba comes into this duel with the Huskies after having tied their nonconference game with the University of Guelph Gryphons 33–33. The Bisons are the reigning Hardy Cup champs and nearly knocked off the Vanier
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Ozmun and Hillis will be valuable supporting options in the passing game, drawing on the experience of 30 receptions apiece last year as they look to expand their roles in the Huskie offence. Hillis was lightsout in the Huskies’ non-conference game, catching nine passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns. Huskies head coach Brian Towriss knows their offence could be very dangerous this season. “Offensively, we have got tons of weapons, so we have to spread the ball around and make sure we take what teams are giving us. We’ve got lots of
including forcing an incompletion when he leveled a Golden Hawks receiver coming across the middle. Special teams were the only downfall, as there was a fumble and a block charged to the unit, something Towriss hopes to clean up as the Huskies move forward. “Certainly, going into the game against Wilfrid Laurier, we hadn’t worked on it enough. We have spent a bit more time on it; we will have some more veteran people back there when we tee it up on Friday night, but having said that, there’s no replacement for experience,” Towriss said.
Cup champion Université de Montréal Carabins in the Uteck Bowl. This season looks to be a retooling year for the Bisons, though, as the offence lost quarterback Jordan Yantz, receivers Nic Demski and Matt Sawyer and running back Kienan LaFrance. Under centre this year for the Bisons is Theo Deezar, who stands out on the field as a 6’5” quarterback. Deezar played sparingly in 2014, going 44 for 84 for 782 yards and eight touchdowns. The offence will stumble without Yantz, but Deezar is more than capable of being a solid quarterback. Deezar will benefit from fifth-
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year receivers Alex Vitt and Dustin Pedersen. The Bisons pass defence may be where the Huskies strike on Friday, as the unit that finished second in the CanWest last year lost defensive backs Tremaine Apperley, Jordan Linnen and David Ferrier. McKoy, who registered five picks as a rookie last year, will lead a group of fresh faces that includes star recruit Luc Catellier. Although the faces may have changed, Towriss knows that Manitoba will be a tough opponent. “They’ve lost some offensive weapons but they’re athletic. That’s a good football team, they were within one throw of going to the Vanier Cup last year. They look to be just as athletic this year,” Towriss said. “They have a new quarterback but he played some last year, he’s effective. They have good receivers, good backs again. They may not be as explosive on offence but just at first look, they may be even better on defence from a year ago.” The Huskies will look for retribution following their playoff loss last year. By playing a Bisons team that lost a few big weapons from last year, they should have a fairly good chance to do exactly that. The Huskies’ passing attack could give the young Bison secondary fits, as long as the pass blocking holds up. On the defensive side of the ball, the Huskies could have a field day if they can put pressure on an inexperienced quarterback; if the special teams can also hold up, it should be a fruitful season opener. The annual homecoming game is on Sept. 4 at Griffiths Stadium. Students get in for free, so come cheer on your Huskies under the lights as they start their journey toward the Vanier Cup. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. and there is also pre-game rallies and tailgating just outside the stadium starting at 5 p.m.
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Tips for a hot yoga rookie NAOMI ZUREVINSKI
Editor-in-Chief As a newcomer to yoga, entering a humid, sticky room only to find other class attendees doing warm-up headstands can be intimidating beyond belief. But getting past the sweat, blood and tears — tears of sweat? — of your first few classes is definitely worth the pain. Although I’m no yoga expert, I have three years of practice under my belt and am here to share some tips that will help your journey to yogi bliss be a successful one. The first step is choosing a venue that works for you. Lucky for me, there are hot yoga classes offered at the gym I attend. Any gym that offers fitness classes with their membership usually has hot yoga. If not, there are
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plenty of great studios in Saskatoon and some even offer discounts for students. The Physical Activity Complex at the University of Saskatchewan also offers yoga classes, although they are not specifically hot yoga classes. Once you have a venue of choice, call ahead and see what the studio requires for yoga mats. Some provide their own to newcomers who show up unaware, while others don’t have extra mats available. This is important because you don’t want to show up empty-handed without a mat at your first class. A l o n g the lines of supplies, make sure to bring a small towel or see that your venue provides them. There is literally no way to make it through a
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down. The flow of the poses can make it hard to relax at first, when you have to keep glancing at what others are doing. Don’t feel intimidated by the girl in the front who’s one step ahead of everyone though, remember that she too was once in your place! Since your body won’t be used to yoga initially, expect to be pretty sore the next day. Take it easy, stay hydrated and don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s always challenging to try something new. With time and once you learn the yoga poses, you will be flowing through your vinyasa and breathing like a pro — it doesn’t take long to get hooked on the feeling of being in the zone, on your mat and working with your body. In the Jeremy Britz / Graphics Editor time that
I’ve been practicing, I have become rather attached to certain instructors and their teaching style. While it’s good to find a teacher you’re comfortable with, make sure to try out new ones at the same time. It’s not fun to find yourself turned off from yoga temporarily if your teacher finds a different job and you’re left scrambling to find a new one. If you’re nervous to go alone, you can always bring a friend. Be warned however, it may take away from staying focused on your practice. Usually, bringing my best friend to yoga means making ridiculous faces at each other while we’re in downward dog — or trying to hold in laughter when one of us collapses out of a pose. The best advice I can offer new yogis is don’t give up! The most difficult part is taking the plunge and building up the courage to try a class. If you don’t love it immediately, keep going. The benefits come from dedication and it only gets better with time.
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A beginner’s guide to fantasy football TYLER WAGNER It’s that time of year again and your friends have convinced you to join their fantasy football league. Whether you came in last place and were the laughing stock of your friend group or this is your first year playing, you’ve come to the right place to learn how to properly draft a fantasy football team. The first thing to ask yourself is what exactly is a fantasy football league. When you own a fantasy football team, you have the full control to draft, trade and manage that team however you want. You select a team of players entirely of your choice and watch them perform every week; some teams will thrive and others will crash and burn. The rules can vary immensely from league to league — rules such as the amount of quarterbacks or running backs on each team or whether your league decides to play with
kickers on the roster. In some leagues, the rules for scoring can vary for how many points are earned for touchdowns or yards gained. This is why it is important to talk to your commissioner and ask him the basic rules of your league. Last of all — and maybe the most important rule of fantasy football — is to draft with your head, not with your heart. Just because you are a big Pittsburgh Steelers fan doesn’t mean that you should be drafting Ben Roethlisberger in the second round! When draft day comes around, you need to be prepared. Print off a draft cheat sheet from any website that will provide you with the projected top players at each position. No cheat sheet will be perfect, but most will be pretty close. Just make sure it’s an updated cheat sheet. Now that you’ve got your cheat sheet, look online for injuries and suspensions that may affect the players you were thinking about drafting. Some key players to remem-
ber that are out are receiver Jordy Nelson of the Green Bay Packers (torn ACL), running back Le’veon Bell of the Pittsburgh Steelers (drug suspension), receiver Kelvin Benjamin of the Carolina Panthers (torn ACL) and the suspension of quarterback Tom Brady of the reigning Super Bowl champion New England Patriots (Deflategate). Every year there’s always some players that you just simply don’t want on your fantasy team. They can be players that are easily injured and can be a risky pick, such as running back Arian Foster of the Houston Texans. There will also be players that just don’t produce enough on a consistent basis, such as running back Doug Martin of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Make sure you’re doing research on who the experts think could be sleeper picks this year. Sleepers are players that you take in the later rounds, but end up being some of the most important and high-scoring players on
your team. Sleeper picks make the difference between a good team and a team that ends up being a league champion. Some players to keep an eye on this year are receiver John Brown of the Arizona Cardinals, receiver Sammy Watkins of the Buffalo Bills and running back Darren Sproles of the Philadelphia Eagles. Keep in mind, just because these guys are sleeper picks doesn’t mean that you should pick
them in in the third round. Wait until a later round and see the quality of players that are being selected, then make a judgement call and select one of these guys. Using these basic tips will allow you to save some face in your fantasy football league and even gives you a chance to win some games and compete for the coveted title of fantasy football champion. Good luck!
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Why you should cheer for the Raptors TOBI AJAYI Twenty years after the Toronto Raptors’ inaugural season, Canada’s team has become a force to be reckoned with. After years of number one picks, trades and constant rebranding, here are some reasons why you should support the only team north of the American border. Unlike the NHL, which has a few Canadian teams, the Toronto Raptors are Canada’s sole representative in the NBA. Unlike every other team that represents a city or state, the Raptors represent the entire nation, and we as Canadians should take pride and support anyone who dons the red and white. The Raptors are the only reason there is a Canadian flag at every NBA game, so it’s not surprising that in the last two years the Raptors have received massive support from all over the country and have been referred to as “Canada’s very own team.” By supporting this team, you’re showing your Canadian pride, and nothing beats that. september 3, 2015
Arguably one of the best rappers in hip-hop right now, Canada’s own Aubrey “Drake” Graham, is a global ambassador for the Toronto Raptors. Watching the Raptors presents you with the chance to catch the passionate artist on the courtside at most home games. Drake designed one of the alternate jerseys that the Raptors will be wearing this season and he constantly expresses his love for the team through various Raptors’ ref-
erences on his hit tracks. In short, if you love Drake, you have to love the Raptors because they both keep it “hot up in the six.” Following back-to-back first round exits from the NBA playoffs, the Raptors have dug deep into their pockets and restructured the team into a true contender in the weaker Eastern conference. In the 2014–15 season, the team finished with a 48–34 record, which was good enough to finish fourth
in the East; but despite their solid offence, one thing the Raptors constantly struggled with was defence. This off-season they added defensive-minded DeMarre Carroll, top shot blocker Bismack Biyombo and Canada’s own, Cory Joseph. These new players, in addition to the one of the best cores in the league — Demar Derozan and Kyle Lowry — will make the Toronto Raptors one of the top defensive units in the league in the upcoming
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2015–16 season. This means that you are not going to be watching a losing team; you are going to be watching true contenders if you choose to support the Raptors next season. Even though they were previously only known for Vince Carter, the current Toronto Raptors squad is home to former dunk champion, Terrence Ross, two-time finalist Demar Derozan and high flyer James Johnson, who had one of the most impressive dunks of the previous season. Watching the Raptors promises no dull moments and you are guaranteed entertainment, as these high flyers are usually cleared for take-off in the games. During last year’s playoff series, the Raptors had approximately 7,000 fans cheering from “Jurassic Park,” a square outside the sold-out Air Canada Centre where fans flock to watch the games on giant screen TVs. No other NBA team can boast of this kind of dedication, so supporting the Raptors gives you a chance to be a part of one of the most loyal fan bases in sports.
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U of S style watch: Back-to-school campus fashion LYNDALL MACK Photos by: Cailtin Taylor / Photo Editor
While you may be reluctant to move your summer clothes into the back of your closet, the cooler temperatures are subtle reminders that fall is indeed coming. When you can no longer deny that summer is actually over, it’s time to embrace the many ways that fall changes our wardrobe. Bust out your favourite fall sweaters, boots and jackets. Just like the leaves, it's time for the vibrant hues of summer to fade away from our clothes. Earth tones and neutrals are in, chunky knit sweaters and scarves are everyday necessities and nothing completes a classic fall outfit quite like layering — especially in the bitter cold of Saskatchewan. The Sheaf is here to offer up these undergraduate fashion favourites for your complete guide to back-to-school chic. These students from the University of Saskatchewan have put their own spin on dressing for success and how to be fashionable on campus.
Sunjita Kapoor. Age 21. Edwards School of Business, marketing, third year. Tell us about your style. I am wearing my favorite Wilfred blanket scarf that I bought from Aritzia and my jeans are from Topshop, which I love because they offer petite sizing for short people like me! My trench is from Aritzia and I am so excited to wear this for fall, as it is such a lightweight and comfortable piece. My boots are Sam Edelman, which I got at Spareparts last season. My hat is from Aldo and I am wearing a basic white t-shirt underneath the jacket, which I got from Aritzia as well. What are some of your favorite places to shop?
Akeem Yusuf. Age 21. The College of Arts & Science, economics, second year. Tell us about your style. My jacket is from Club Monaco. My pants and shoes are from a brand called Jack and Jones. My shirt is from Simons and my watch is Daniel Wellington. Where do you draw inspiration for your outfits? I get inspiration from various individuals on campus, different social media accounts and whatever items stand out to me in the store.
Aritzia is my number one place to shop, as I love all of their stuff. I’m also a big fan of Club Monaco and Zara. H&M is affordable and stylish for basics. Saskatoon also has some great boutique style stores that I love. My personal favorites are Era Style Loft, White Dhalia and Dutch Growers. Why is dressing well important to you? I’ve always been interested in clothes and fashion, so I don’t remember a time when dressing well wasn’t important to me. As a business student, I’m always heading to various networking events or career fairs so dressing well also adds a level of professionalism and confidence for me! Of course, the best motto to live by is “look good, feel good, do good,” am I right?
What are some ways that students can save money but still dress well? Students can save money by buying certain clothes when they are off-season, because it can be a lot cheaper. Another way is through online shopping and taking advantage of the website’s discount codes.
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CULTURE Tell us about your style. My style is preppy, Ivy League and dressed up. I like to always be ready to meet someone for any situation — business, academic or otherwise. It usually leads to people asking if you have a presentation that day, but I’m comfortable with what I do. What are your top three must-haves for back to school this season? Number one is white sneakers. They’re the gold standard of the casual shoe. Second is joggers. If you’re hesitant, just get a pair, because it’ll change your life and grow on you.. Finally, jackets. It’s not summer anymore and they offer so much to work with. What are some of your favourite places to shop? For guys, Banjo is a must. It keeps you in the now and killing it every day. The staff is also really great and helpful. If you’re on a budget and have presentations, Banana Republic is your friend, for both guys and girls.
Brad Ross. Age 23. Edwards School of Business, second year.
Kyle Snarr. Age 20.
The College of Arts & Science, geology, third year. Tell us about your style. My outfit is casual in its simplicity and it incorporates pieces that are currently in fashion for young adults. The pieces come from Below the Belt.
Shelby Ferguson. Age 21.
What’s the best thing about fall fashion? The best thing about the fall is the temperature, you can essentially wear any type of clothing. Where do you draw inspiration from for your outfits?
Edwards School of Business, second year. Tell us about your style. My style is practical and comfortable, yet polished. I like to stay on trend but also stick to classic items that I know I will still like a year or two down the line.
Pro skiers. MTV. The Discovery Channel.
This vest was a piece I bought two years ago but is something I still like to wear. It’s nice to get your money’s worth with clothes, although it’s fun to buy something trendy on occasion.
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What clothing item should students splurge on?
Let what you wear reflect who you are as a person! Dressing well is important because it exposes who you are!
Spend a little bit more on items that will help you survive our cold winters. A good winter jacket and some boots that will stand up to the snow definitely make waiting for the bus more bearable. These are also items that will likely last quite a few years. What are some ways that students can dress well on a budget? Being realistic about your purchases is a really good way to save money. I like to take a look at what I currently have in my wardrobe and then decide what things I really need. Going shopping with somewhat of a purpose will help in building a stylish and functional wardrobe. I think spending a few extra dollars on a good quality item rather than buying several cheaper items is better.
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What would you tell your first-year self?
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Being a first-year student can be both intimidating and thrilling at the same time. It’s a whole new ballpark and you learn very quickly that university is nothing like high school. I can recall feeling very confused, wondering if I picked the right major and panicking over assignments that were only worth less than five per cent of the class. While no first-year experience is the same, here is some advice straight from University of Saskatchewan students when asked the question, “What would you tell your first-year self?”
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Don’t stress about all the little things.”
Dalton Van der Nest. Age: 19 The College of Arts and Science, second year.
Celine Ward. Age: 25 The Western College of Veterinary Medicine, third year.
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Karinn Carter. Age: 25 The Western College of Veterinary Medicine, third year.
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‘Am I on the right track? Should I have taken something else?’ That’s the first thing I would ask myself. But I would say now, ‘You made the right choice.’
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Muath Helal. Age: 31 PhD student in the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition.
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Do the readings. Don’t think you can just not read the chapter and go to class. My one professor did a pop quiz on us and I just skimmed the powerpoint real quick before I went, but I didn’t read the chapter. I think that would be it — do your readings.” Nora Joyea. Age: 33 Edwards School of Business, fourth year.
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Balance it out. Have fun in college, especially if it’s your first year undergrad. So have fun, make friends — make good friends — and also don’t procrastinate. Just do a little bit at a time. I waited until the last minute and if I had done it a little, bit by bit, my term papers would have been great and it would have been less stressful.
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Naomi Maina. Age: 30 PhD student in the School of Environment and Sustainability.
The running theme in students’ answers seems to be about finding a balance between academics and your social life. A few too many nights out will cause your studies to take a hit, but attending university doesn’t mean putting your friends and hobbies on hold for the year. While it’s about balance, it’s also about finding out what balance means to you. So take a breath, enjoy the ride and before you know it, you’ll be the one dishing out the advice. september 3, 2015
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Well it’s good to have fun, but also don’t lose track of why you’re here. It’s very sad when some students have to drop out because they don’t keep up with their academic work. But also they should have fun. It’s your only experience of university.
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Mangaliso Mohammed. Age: 27. Graduate student in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
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First year was good; people are friendly here. The best advice I can give international students is right away meet the international student [advisors], so if you don’t know anything, it’s the best place to get your answers from.
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Fahad Khan. Age: 23 The College of Arts and Science, second year.
“It’s about balance — you have to study and have fun — but
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Welcome Week enhances back-to-school for students RAQUEL ALVARADO If you want to keep summer going for just a little longer and can’t stop daydreaming about patio drinks or enjoying the heat, then have no fear — the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Welcome Week is here for you! The campus-wide party, presented by the USSU and SaskTel, begins at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3 in the Bowl. The outdoor party continues until Friday evening, when the party will migrate across College Drive to Griffiths Stadium for the homecoming football game and tailgate party. According to USSU vice president of student affairs Kehan Fu, the Bowl is the place to be during the first few days back at school. Students can expect live entertainment from DJs all day, which they can enjoy from the beloved beer gardens. There will also be tons of free swag to be found, such as the USSU Survival Calendar, a must-have for students due to the many coupons featured at the back. A new addition to this year’s Welcome Week is a variety of
food trucks. Students should look out for the naan breadwrapped gourmet hot dogs at the Disco Dogs truck, such as the “Red Rooster,” which features scrambled eggs, bacon and maple syrup toppings. The Pineapple Express truck lives up to its name with a menu featuring a variety of pineapple-based items — milkshakes, perogies, sausages and more. Students can also find Ace Burger, NOM NOM and, according to Fu, possibly a few more trucks parked in the administration loop. SaskTel will also have a kiosk set up in the Bowl with various games, such as interactive pong, and opportunities to enter contests. Welcome Week won't be just about mindless fun, though. On Thursday afternoon in the Bowl, students can gain some practical knowledge by attending the Dorm Room Burn. A collaboration between the USSU and U of S residences, this event will feature a real-life burning of a simulated dorm room. “It’s meant to showcase the importance of fire safety in residence,” Fu said. “It’s designed to show students just how fast
things can happen.” Thursday night will feature a traditional Carless Drive-In, with free popcorn and a screening of Jurassic Park in the Bowl. Students can bring along chairs or blankets if they wish, or sit on the grass. Friday morning, students can look forward to the free pancake breakfast, also in the Bowl, between 8 and 10 a.m. Then, the fun continues into the next week, when students should be on the lookout for a social media contest called Hike Bike ‘N Roll, which Fu thinks will promote active transport for students. There will also be free bike tune-ups and activities for students, all outside of the Thorvaldson Building. Another major event is the House Party on Tuesday Sept. 8 at Louis’ Pub on campus. This time, the theme is a toga party and with multiple DJs performing both downstairs and upstairs at Louis' Loft, it is sure to be a great time. Encouraging student engagement on campus is important to Fu. He suggests that students check out the information booths of various campus groups and clubs, which will
also be in the Bowl during Welcome Week. “I want to increase the USSU social media presence, and rebuild the hype of Welcome Week,” Fu said. “Personally, I really think campus groups are the best way of reaching out to students.” Besides being a ton of fun, Welcome Week is also meant to bring students together and give them a chance to meet different leaders on campus.
“Our biggest goal … is just getting across to other students that the USSU is the place for them to go when they have any issues,” Fu said. “They may not know the extent of our services, or the ins and outs of the things that we provide, but [they can] come to us first to raise any issues or concerns.” For more information and to stay up to date, find USSU Welcome Week presented by SaskTel on Facebook.
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Turn to Twitter to immerse in campus culture CHELSEA POWRIE
Culture Editor Getting your daily dose of University of Saskatchewan news, information and humor is easier than ever with the increasingly-embraced outlet of Twitter. Many departments and organizations on campus now maintain accounts, with their tweets ranging from informative to downright silly. Here are the essential accounts to follow to get you started and keep you involved in every aspect of
U of S life. For the practical-minded Twitter user, @usaskSECC, the Student Employment & Career Centre's account, is a must-follow. They post job interview tips, resumé advice and job opportunities as they come up. The account is consistently active, posting frequently. This is a good one to have on your feed when your bank account starts showing the strain of those weekend nights at the bar. Another helpful account is @USaskPS, which posts protective services announcements for the campus community. Stay safe on campus while reading their feed, which contains information
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on road closures, criminal activity, emergency procedures and much more. It's a simple way to stay up to date on the latest safety precautions on campus. When midterms and finals roll around, you'll be glad to have @USaskWellness on your Twitter homepage. The account shares information on wellness resources on campus, as well as general tips for overall health — for example, tips for ensuring fully-cooked meat on the BBQ and options for exercise on campus. In the fall, they are sure to address stress relief and options for students struggling with mental illness — important information for any student. If you'd like even more wellness in your Twitter feed, check out @UofSRecServices, Campus Recreation Services' account. They post tons of information on the Physical Activity Complex, opportunities for student intramural teams and the latest sports events. Follow these guys and stay in the know about your recreation options — part of your student fees go toward it, so why not take advantage? Speaking of sports, if you're an athletics junkie, be sure to
follow @HuskiesAthletics. This is the official account for all Huskies sports teams which posts results, game previews, athlete news and everything in-between. Many teams, such as men's football, have their own accounts as well, in case your sports craving isn't satisfied by a general overview. Don't worry if sports aren't your thing, though — there are plenty of options for the U of S news junkie as well. Head over to @USSUExec to hear from your U of S Students' Union representatives. They post info on prevalent student issues like the U-Pass, as well as links to local and national political happenings. They'll also help you out with links to alternative textbook options and reminders of add/drop course deadlines. For another side to the story, you can also follow the official account of our U of S president, currently Gordon Barnhart, at @UsaskPresOffice. Though it isn't always Barnhart himself tweeting, the account still provides a good overview of what's newsworthy at the U of S. Expect tweets about the newest innovations in various departments and the latest on Aboriginal re-
lations within the university. Oh, and sometimes Barnhart will wish you a happy weekend. These accounts are great for keeping informed, but sometimes you turn to your Twitter feed for a break and all you want is a laugh. Look no farther than @USASKCOWS. Yes, the iconic bovine inhabitants of the U of S campus have their own hilarious Twitter account. The cows make their opinions known, occasionally alluding to an “uprising” they are collectively plotting to take over campus from the humans. Their tweets range from funny references to the latest local and national news: “We are of the feeling that @JustinTrudeau doesn't care about cows. This saddens us,” to amusing attempts to further their cow agendas — “We are of the feeling there should be more chicken in your life.” They usually tweet several times daily and it's always great for a chuckle. Twitter is a quick and efficient way to get tiny bites of information, and by following these accounts, your betweenclasses scroll will keep you up to date on everything that matters to you on campus.
Broadway Street Fair brings community together NAFISA ISLAM Saskatoon’s Broadway district is home to a variety of unique shops, restaurants and yearly festivals and events that make it a cultural hotspot. The annual Broadway Street Fair is among those festivals and is the district’s largest event of the year. The street fair is a vibrant and eclectic celebration of Saskatoon’s arts and culture community, featuring street performers, vendors, artists, musicians and dancers that transform the five block area into a bustling community-wide celebration. This year, the fair will host over 70 artists from all over the city and province, each with different talents and backgrounds. This is the 32nd year of the street fair and it has transformed since it was first introduced. In 1983, the street fair began as a sidewalk sale to give local merchants an opportunity to showcase their wares. Over the years, the tradition of the sidewalk sale has remained, along with the addition of enseptember 3, 2015
tertainment, kids’ activities, food trucks and much more. The street fair is a way for people to discover new businesses and to take advantage of great deals from their favourite local stores. In an email to the Sheaf, Alana Torresan, events and administration coordinator for the Broadway Business Improvement District, said Broadway merchants have described the street fair as one of their busiest days of the year, with last year drawing in over 10,000 visitors. A crowd favourite of the street fair is its numerous discounts on merchandise, as many of the retail shops host their biggest sales of the year. The silent auction tent is also considered one of the most popular events, as there are items to win both from stores in the district and outside businesses that want to lend support to the Broadway community. The Broadway Street Fair isn't just an opportunity to shop, however. It offers activities for all ages, from the young to the young at heart — although it is
certainly a great opportunity for university students who are living on a budget to snag some great deals. “The fair is known for its sales!” said Torreson. New students especially can view the fair as a chance to get to know trendy local stores that are in their price range. It’s also an opportunity to discover some up-and-coming, charming neighbourhood restaurants that are great for dates and relaxing hangouts. This year, the fair will feature two new attractions — a scavenger hunt and various life-sized versions of classic board games. To participate in the scavenger hunt, a game card must be picked up prior to the fair at select Broadway businesses, such as The Better Good and Nosh Eatery and Tap. Participants can fill out it and return it on the day of the fair for a chance to win delicious prizes. The life-sized games will be located at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Main Street and will feature games such as Jenga, Connect Four and Twister.
The organizers of the Broadway Street Fair hope it will entice more Saskatonians to become interested in the local cultures of this city’s neighbourhoods. “We hope that the event brings our regular clientele to the neighbourhood to celebrate with us, as well as encouraging new customers to experience the district,” Torresan said. The Broadway Street Fair is seen as an important neighbourhood event. It celebrates the arts community, the district's history as the first commercial area in Saskatoon and
its aspirations for the future as the city's leading arts and culture neighbourhood. “The Broadway Street Fair is about showcasing the district's community spirit and pride,” Torresan said. As the summer draws to a close, it’s the perfect opportunity for the community, which isn't too far from the U of S campus, to get together for one last hurrah before the cold breezes of autumn roll in. The Broadway Street Fair will be held Sept. 12. For more information, check out onbroadway.ca.
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Louis’ is still the place to be at the U of S SAMUEL RAFUSE
Louis’ Pub and Louis’ Loft are cornerstone hangout spots for students at the University of Saskatchewan, but what really makes the establishments special is how students themselves can shape them to feel as homey as possible. Located in the Memorial Union Building and first established in 1981, Louis’ has hosted a variety of events from some of the most exciting bands from around the world. Past highlights include Green
Day, Beach House and OK Go. It has also played host to student organizations’ fundraising parties, weddings and receptions. This term, the pub will host a variety of events, such as its first-ever flea market, exciting concerts and even featured guests from the Saskatoon Comic Expo. Billy Boyd, of Lord of the Rings fame, will be playing with his band at the Expo’s after party. There’s something for everyone at Louis’, whether you’re a Tolkein fan, a country girl or a metal head and whether you like dance parties or comfort-
Theresa Quagraine Louis’ Pub is the hub of campus culture after classes are over.
able silences. In an email to the Sheaf, assistant manager Dan Smolinski described what makes the place feel approachable to students. “Historically, Louis’ has always been a crucial place for university students to meet and unwind,” Smolinski said. “Louis’ stands out because it’s literally your place if you’re a student. We take feedback from our guests and reflect our menu and programming based on that.” The pub feels bigger on the inside than it looks from the street, lending a spirit of discovery to the intimate atmosphere, while still being able to accommodate a surprisingly large number of people. The acoustics and sound design inside are renowned for being able to sustain the throbbing beats of electronic dance music concerts, while also not stealing the breath away from tightknit groups discussing philosophy and the arts.. Smolinski shared some of his kookiest memories from his time at Louis’. “I’ve seen a lot of crazy things during the six years I’ve been
here,” Smolinski said. “Everything from serving a salad to Fred Penner, having my office converted into a dressing room for a troupe of drag queens, to seeing The Dillinger Escape Plan literally hang upside down from the ceiling and continue playing. I’ve met guitar gods like Chris Hannah, Johnny Winter and Fletcher Dragge.” While the basement pub has an old time concert feel to it, upstairs at the casual café Louis’ Loft, a crackling fireside ambiance welcomes you in, especially during the freezing winter months. The smell of sizzling coffee, their famous fresh house-made potato crisps and baked delicacies lull you into a comfortable study coma and weaves a soothing backdrop for friendly conversations after class. Don’t make the mistake of thinking the café has less excitement going on, however. When you're in the Loft, you're standing on storied ground, where bands like AFI have captivated students in the past. For first years or students new to the U of S, Louis’ can be full of potential for anticipat-
ed friendships and cherished memories waiting to happen. For returning students, it can represent reunion and reconciliation after summers spent away from campus and academic life. Every university has its popular hangout spot and for 34 years now, Louis’ has been a refuge at the U of S from the hectic whirlwind of exams and term papers that students find themselves swept into, recently augmented by the opening of the Loft. One of my own memories at the pub involves discussing art over sangria and munching on what I thought was a platter of popcorn chicken that was particularly tender and juicy. Much to my astonishment and delight, I discovered they were in fact deep fried mushrooms. The lesson to take away here is that you might never really know what wonderful novelties you’re in for, until you’re in too deep to go back. It’s oddly comforting to know that even a familiar location can still surprise you and this feeling sums up Louis’ perfectly. Calm and stoic, yet deliciously unpredictable.
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• Prairie Feast at the Western Development Museum • YXEEATS: Long Table Brunch in the Riversdale district • Last day of YXEATS: Food and Drink Festival in the Riversdale district
• Salsa Fiesta at the Saskatoon Farmers Market • Janet Jackson at SaskTel Centre
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Why are only some adults allowed to drink in the beer gardens? LEE BONHAM Beer gardens are meant to be a gathering place for students new and old. However, thanks to Saskatchewan’s drinking laws, the beer gardens also leave many new students out in the cold. As a first year student starting your adventure in the world of post-secondary education, the prospect of writing coherent essays, actually doing your readings and meeting new people can be daunting to say the least. What better way to calm the nerves and ease your anxiety than with a cold, refreshing brew — supplied by local heroes Great Western Brewing — right in the centre of our beautiful campus? The beer gardens are a wonderful place to meet friends both old and new, discuss im-
portant and relevant topics — like how many beers you can drink before you need to go to Economics 111 — and to get acquainted with that most helpful and loyal university companion, Great Western Pilsner. Unfortunately, as an 18-year-old freshman, the beer and music infused oasis in the Bowl is strictly off limits. Here the bizarre drinking laws in our province are on full display, as Saskatchewanians must be 19 to consume alcohol while two provinces that flank us have drinking ages of 18. Why the discrepancy and what difference should a few hundred kilometers of prairie make to whether an adult — that’s right, you’re adults now — can have a beer while getting accustomed to campus life? When I was a first year, the
prospect of the beer gardens enthralled me, but I was left upset and rejected by my exclusion from the most universal of campus experiences. Lowering the drinking age has been previously discussed in the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan. In 2013, Donna Harpauer, who was the minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority at the time, defended the drinking age of 19. According to CBC News, Harpauer said the Saskatchewan drinking age was consistent with the majority of other Canadian provinces, despite the fact that Saskatchewan is between two provinces that have a drinking age of 18. One of the battling points of those against lowering the drinking age is suggesting that doing so would foster teenage alcoholism. Others
point to the fact that earlier access to alcohol could only lead to more incidents of drunk driving or alcoholrelated violence and abuse. I find this to be an unfounded argument. The difference between someone who is 18 and someone who is 19 is negligible at best. If our members of parliament think an 18-year-old is not capable of making adult decisions, then maybe they should raise the legal age of majority as opposed to cuffing our young adults with a restriction on their basic powers of purchasing and commerce. Being legally considered an adult, being allowed to vote in our democratic process and being able to fight and die for your country, but being told you aren’t responsible enough to have a beer with your colleagues to celebrate the start of a new university
term simply does not make sense. The integration of young adults into a state of selfconscious citizenship should not come with an archaic notion that they are still somehow too young to make responsible adult decisions. Labeling 18-year-olds as teenagers who engage in teenage drinking contradicts their status as adults and treats them like children. All of our 18-year-old students are adults and it is a shame that as freshmen in an academic institution such as the University of Saskatchewan, they are still treated as though they are somehow less responsible for their actions than us obviously much more learned second, third and fourth year students. Let’s end the prejudice towards our young adults. Let’s all have a beer.
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Hear, hear: We need more than just beer KAY-LYNNE COLLIER Traditionally, the beer gardens at the University of Saskatchewan Students' Union Welcome Week have exclusively sold beer. However, it might be time to mix things up a little. I personally have never been a huge fan of beer. No matter how much I drink it, I can never enjoy it. After years of choking it down in order to look “cool,” I’ve finally allowed myself to like what I like and leave the stuff that I dislike alone. As such, I normally opt for wine or other types of spirits. However, those options are not offered at the beer september 3, 2015
gardens, which means that I simply cannot get a drink and relax with my friends unless I want to try and stomach a beer — not a particularly enjoyable experience for nonbeer drinkers. So, where’s the variety? In 2014, a loosening of British Columbia’s liquor laws allowed for the sale of spirits at certain public and sporting events. The change also relaxed the perimeters of beer gardens, allowing patrons to walk around the grounds of an event without having to stay fenced off and isolated from the rest of their family and friends that either do not want to drink or are underage. This would be a great thing
to apply in Saskatchewan, especially at the U of S where a lot of people — especially first-year students — are underage but still want to be able to have fun and meet new people in the beer gardens where they cannot enter. Adding wines and spirits to the menu at the beer gardens will also generate more profit. The addition will entice more people into the beer gardens — especially the non-beer drinkers — which will inevitably lead to more people buying drinks. According to Statistics Canada, beer is still the number one selling alcoholic beverage in the province, with Saskatchewanians drinking over
$283 million worth of beer in 2013-14. However, spirits are the second highest selling alcoholic beverage, generating $207 million in profit in the same time span. Additionally, there was a 21 per cent increase in the sales of coolers and ciders in Saskatchewan from 201314, which goes to show that spirits are increasing in popularity and are catching up to the popularity of beer — perhaps due to the sudden rise of gluten-intolerance and aversion to beer among many. However, this growing diversity in the tastes of Saskatchewanians is not reflected in the sales of alcohol in the beer gardens, which is totally unfair to those who
don’t or can’t drink beer. On top of that, it just doesn’t make sense financially. Although beer is a very typical thing for university students to drink — considering its low cost and the low alcohol content that ensures one can drink beer after beer and not get too drunk too fast — it’s simply not the only thing that students are drinking. I can’t wait for the day that I can just soak up the sun with my friends in the beer gardens and sip on something that doesn’t make me want to throw up. It is time to bring a little bit of variety into the mix and destroy the illusion that beer is the king of all alcoholic beverages.
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Opinions Editor At best, eating in class is a mild nuisance. At worst, it’ll launch those around you into an inextinguishable rage or even anaphylaxis. Luckily, by following these simple rules, avoiding the latter is surprisingly easy. I firmly believe that honesty is the best policy, so I’ll come right out and say it: I think good reasons to eat in class are few and far between. That said, we’re all guilty of doing it from time to time, so we musn’t forget that etiquette is extremely important. We’ve all been there. You’re sitting in class, trying to focus on the lecture or the YouTube documentary or whatever, when all of a sudden your nostrils are blindsided; who even knows what by? Well, the person eating knows what by and they obviously don’t know they’re breaking rule number one: if your food is excessively smelly — for better or for worse — it has no place anywhere near a classroom. Your egg salad may smell good to you, but that doesn’t mean everyone else agrees with you. It’s also important to note that the rule goes both ways and still applies even if it's a smell people tend to enjoy. In fact, it might even be worse if it smells good to those around
you, because then you’re teasing them — making their mouths water and then not sharing. That’s just plain bad manners. So, in the future, reconsider packing that thermos of borscht. This leads nicely into rule number two: hot foods are “not foods.” Smell remains the overall concern with this rule as well, but for slightly different reasons. Thanks to science, hot foods produce steam, which subsequently rises and spreads outwards, slowly encasing the entire room in a veritable hotbox of humid stank. These steamy food odours will zap your brain of its ability to focus on anything else; how can plain oatmeal be this aromatic? Who eats mashed potatoes in class? Why are you doing this to me? Rule number three — like number one — also requires you to use your own good judgment: if it’s loud, it’s not allowed. There are so many great places to eat noisy foods: the Bowl, Lower Place Riel, any one of the several benches strewn about campus. Sadly enough, classrooms just don’t fall into this category. Concentrating in class can be a challenge even when there aren’t distractions. Imagine someone else’s irritation at trying to pay attention over the noise of someone dining. Whether it’s crunching on vegetables, slurping on soup or repeatedly opening and closing a fizzy bottle
of Code Red Mountain Dew, these sounds all come together to create an environment where focus is all but impossible. Lastly, with all other rules and courtesies out of the way, the fourth and final rule is arguably most important: be conscientious of other people’s comfort and safety. The mere smell of citrus, various nuts, seafood and more can cause irritation and even allergic reactions to those with sensitivities. Taking the highest level of precaution at all times is obviously overkill and expecting everyone to constantly be on red alert for allergies is highly unreasonable. However, it still wouldn’t kill you to wait until you’re out of a crowded classroom to chomp into your PB and J — and it might not kill someone else, too. With all these rules in place, you may find yourself wondering if there are even any foods left that you can enjoy during class. The answer is yes. Things like chewy granola bars, sandwiches — sans pungent condiments and excessively crunchy lettuce — and dried fruits can be great choices, as can yogurt, grapes and string cheese among many more. Like I said, we all eat in class from time to time, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still be respectful and courteous about it. Hopefully, — if these guidelines are followed — no one will be getting steamed over your broccoli.
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Top 10 tips for first-year success LOUIS REED-WOOD If you’re concerned about starting university or in need of guidance, then not to worry! University is easy when a more experienced student — such as myself — tells you what to do! After reading these points, you’ll know everything you need for a successful year at the University of Saskatchewan.
1. Everyone remembers that one person from their firstyear lectures who would blurt out jokes and comments to the entire class, but no one remembers that person fondly. Take my word for it: you aren’t that funny. Unless you want to be known behind your back as “that jerk who won’t pipe down,” save the comments for your friends. 2. Occasionally talking about your high school
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achievements is fine — but if they’re the only thing you talk about, no one is going to be impressed. There’s nothing sadder than meeting someone whose life has already peaked and tipped by 19 and that’s how you’ll come across if all you talk about is how you were a high school athlete or captain of the debate team or whatever. So try not to wear that football jacket every single day. 3. You’re probably sick of hearing this already, but if you don’t join a campus club, society or group, you’re going to be in for a lonely few years. Friends who share your interests aren’t going to come looking for you, so tell your inner monologue — whether it be shy, nervous, uncertain or just plain stuck-up — to shut up long enough to attend a club meeting. 4. September is going to seem really fun, but be ready for October to hit you over the head with essays, assignments and tests. I’m not saying you should try to do some work
in the first month — that’d be ridiculous. Just savour your pleasure now and be prepared to panic later. 5. Two hours of Netflix and colour-coding your notes is not the same thing as two hours of productive studying. Writing definitions on a couple of flash cards while you go out for coffee isn’t much better. You have to put effort into studying, so don’t surround yourself with distractions when you review. While you’re at it, you should probably open that $200 textbook sooner than the night before the exam. 6. Whatever others might lead you to believe, you cannot live on ramen noodles alone. At least eat an orange once in a while to stave off scurvy. 7. As ramen cannot always be a substitute for food, coffee is not a substitute for sleeping. Period. 8. Don’t put too much trust in deadlines put forward by the university. If your professor says they’ll hand your es-
says back next class, expect to be waiting at least another week. If you need an advisor’s help, you should probably arrange the appointment several weeks before you actually need it. Most importantly, don’t buy into the myth that sends just about every first-year into a tizzy: “Instructors are given five business days after a final exam to submit final grades.” 9. Be warned that your classes will never be cancelled on account of weather. It may be a blizzard, the buses may be cancelled and it might be cold enough for your fingers to fall off within seven minutes, but the only things that can survive that kind of weather are lectures. Apparently the university considers it reasonable to run classes even if it’s impossible for many students to physically get to campus, so you’re just going to have to deal with it. 10. Don’t mess with the bus drivers outside of Place Riel. They will run you over before they risk being a minute late on their route. Beware.
The great paradox of saving on textbooks ZACH TENNENT
Opinions Editor Astronomical textbook prices are the bane of any university student’s existence. While the nature of the beast is unquestionable, we may have actually gotten ourselves into this mess. It’s no question that textbook prices are traditionally a rip-off for the ages. College Board, an American non-profit corporation recently estimated that textbooks account for $1,225 USD in the annual budget of a public university undergraduate. In the life of a student, when money is already typically tight, these prices can be understandably frustrating. What’s even more frustrating, however, is the notso-hidden truth that this is a hole we’ve dug for ourselves. Year after year, basic intro-level textbooks — such as those produced by publishing giants like Pearson Education — are september 3, 2015
released in newer and pricier editions. In other words, with every attempt to avoid buying new books comes another gimmick by their manufacturers to make buying new seem more necessary. In certain cases, it would seem that books in some subjects are updated and re-released quicker than the field itself can even generate relevant new content — like numerical sciences and mathematics. This would perhaps explain the alltoo-common trend of books being “updated” with little more than rearranged or retitled chapters. While most seasoned students seem to recognize the swindle for what it is and opt to plod along with “outdated” used books, they aren’t the prime target for these updated editions anyway. Re-issues target inexperienced — read: first-year — students who are more likely to play by the rules and follow their syllabi. The other way these new books are made to seem like a necessity is through the inclusion of often unneces-
sary bonus features. These range from access codes to online labs to audio discs and more — additions that one can supposedly only get along with a brand new textbook. As someone who’s taken his fair share of disparate intro-level electives, I can safely say I’ve never taken a class where the use of anything other than the book was actually compulsory. I’ve typically found my grades to be satisfactory without ever having to go beyond the book. Furthermore, while the University of Saskatchewan campus bookstore will only order and carry new copies of the current edition of textbooks, most 100-level professors I’ve ever had or heard about have assured the class on the first day that for the money you save, used textbooks and outdated editions provide good value and are perfectly compatible with the course content. A scant few professors will insist on students having the most current editions, but unfortunately by the time you go to your first
class, you’ve likely already bought most, if not all, of your books. Making matters worse, if you haven’t bought your books by the time of your first class, good luck finding a used copy to snatch up after the fact. So, in essence, our bargain hunting has left students with two general options at best: play it safe and pay the inflated, gargantuan prices for new books or risk buying used books from stores or other students with no definite guarantee of refundability. It’s funny that our desire to save money, give text-
book companies and bookstores less and make use of old books that we don’t need anymore has only led us to have to pay more when buying new books is the only option. At the risk of sounding defeatist or mopey, it would seem that no matter how much we think we’re saving when we avoid giving textbook companies more of our money, they always find a way to make up for their losses at our expense. A bargain may seem like a bargain, but rest assured: when it comes to buying textbooks, the house always wins.
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Advice from a cyclist: Don’t be a hero, Billy COLE THOMPSON Commuting by bicycle is a gritty affair; however, common sense and good preparation can alleviate these stresses while simultaneously representing the cycling community in a positive light. Every September is the same: masses of students return for the fall semester, creating a flurry of activity throughout the campus’ roads and pathways. For cyclists, navigating these routes can be exceptionally intimidating, with motorists and pedestrians creating a wealth of potential dangers. As someone who only commutes by bike and who has almost five years of experience in the bicycle industry, I am fully aware of the many obstacles that commuters face on a daily basis. From potholes to narrow streets to inconsiderate roadway users, cyclists have their work cut out for them. If you want to ride to campus, you’ll undoubtedly encounter potential dangers of varying degrees, regardless of where your commute begins.
Awareness about how to approach these situations is key. Motor vehicles are, unsurprisingly, one of the greatest sources of stress for cyclists. This is in no way a slight upon those who operate them, as I have found the majority of motorists to be more than accommodating. However, automobiles by their very nature are intimidating due to their speed and size. As a cyclist, always operate as far to the right side of the road as possible to allow vehicles to pass. This may seem obvious, but on far too many occasions I’ve witnessed cyclists pedalling down the centre of a lane in an assertion of their right to road space. Newsflash: despite what you may think about your cycling abilities, you are not as fast as a motor vehicle. There will be occasions when motor vehicles can’t pass a cyclist due to road width or oncoming traffic. As long as you’re making efforts to be accommodating, there is nothing to be concerned about, but if you’re being intentionally unaccommodating towards other users, then there’s a problem.
While these individuals may consider themselves cycling martyrs, in actuality they only breed contempt towards the cycling community amongst other users of the road. The reality is that most motorists also feel somewhat uncomfortable when passing cyclists. Don’t be afraid to use your hands to motion a vehicle by. This lets the operator know that you’re aware of their presence and are prepared to have them pass you. Signalling any turning intentions is also important at intersections and — if a motorist has been accommodating — feel free to give them my personal favourite signal: the courtesy wave. The parked automobile can also be an extremely dangerous obstacle for cyclists. For students, this is never more realized than in the multiple passenger drop-off sites throughout campus, most notably along Wiggins Road across from the Health Sciences Building. The opening of a car door can turn into a horror story when it crosses a cyclist’s path. Keep a hand on your brake le-
ver and look into the vehicle’s side-view mirror. If there is a driver in the vehicle, prepare to hit the brakes. For motorists, take the extra second to check for cyclists before opening your door. On campus, pedestrians become the biggest cause of concern for cyclists. In my experience, it is much easier and safer for both cyclists and pedestrians to walk your bicycles throughout campus when the pathways are busy. I cringe when I see cyclists weaving through crowds of people at intimidating speeds. This is exceptionally dangerous and makes pedestrians feel very uncomfortable, which, once again, only casts the cycling community in a
negative light. If you choose to ride throughout campus, do so in a way that keeps all pathway users safe, even if it means adding a few extra minutes to your commute. As students, we have the privilege of being a well-recognized body of people who can affect serious change. For those who choose to cycle, we have a responsibility towards ourselves and other users of the road. When we operate in a way that casts the cycling community in a positive light and accommodates other users of the road, we have the ability to garner support from non-cyclists. This is the key to creating a better cycling experience.
Caitlin Taylor / Photo Editor Cycling to school takes technique but can be highly rewarding.
Resolutions reconsidered: Making changes and sticking to them REBECCA COSTELLO A new school year means all sorts of new opportunities to make yourself promises that you’ll never keep, but in truth, fulfilling these promises only takes a little persistence. Students have been making school resolutions for probably as long as schools have been around. Promises of improvement, of bettering yourself and
of finding the motivation to try something new always seem to be the goals for the beginning of a school term. It doesn’t take a genius to know that a strong percentage of students start the school year with the usual spiel of “I’m going to ace this class,” or “Maybe I’ll actually show up to an 8 a.m. morning lab.” But by the end of the week — maybe the end of the first month for those extra-
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determined few — they all seem to fall apart. This isn’t always the case, of course. You have your list now — maybe physically instead of just mentally made — and you’re prepared to do at least five things on a list of 20. It may not seem like a lot, but that’s still a great achievement for many. When you were in elementary school, a teacher might have put a page in front of you and said, “Write what you want to do this year in school.” Of course, this led to the usual childlike answers, something as innocent as “Pizza parties every week” or “I’m going to go to the moon.” Now that we’re older, we’re not asked to do this, but something inside of us still makes us aim for a higher achievement. Maybe you will get higher grades; maybe you will kiss that special person. There’s nothing set in stone, but you’ve thought of it now, right? Self-doubt, motivation and a genuine interest in following through with a resolution don’t always happen. You’ve thought of them, but you’re not 100 per cent sure if you actually even
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want to follow through. Finding the will to do these things can be a struggle. You want to get higher grades — but studying seems impossible. You want to go hang out with friends more — but when do you have the time? It’s a never-ending cycle. That seems to be the downfall of resolutions. We build ourselves up with these notions of making lists and pushing ourselves towards a goal, but in the end, we end up procrastinating on the positive things. Questioning yourself, building up whimsical excuses to not do something or just lack of motivation will only lead to dead ends and unfinished tasks. So, what can you do to make yourself follow through with them? If you’re a determined student, writing your goals down point by point can be a huge bonus. Hang it up on the fridge or a bulletin board and that way you’ll see it and be reminded constantly of what you’re aiming for. Even having a journal or weekly planner can help. Maybe you’ve done that and
there’s still no motivation. Set and keep timers on your phone. If you’re planning to show up to a class, find out the five W’s: where is it, what is it, why do you want to do it, who else could be interested in taking it — or who’s teaching it — and when it’s held. It may seem pretty basic, but for someone trying to motivate themselves, that can mean everything. If you’re down to your last few straws and can’t handle the pressure of fulfilling your hopes of the year, talk to someone. Find a counsellor, an academic advisor or even just a friend and talk it out with them. Ask them for advice on the best approach to achievement — venting your hope for achievement might even push them toward their own goals. In the end, it’s your choice. School resolutions just might not be for you. You might cringe at the sight of a “To Do List,” or you might love them. Planning out a list is always a good way to keep yourself motivated for the future. There’s no harm in trying and if it doesn’t pan out, well, at least you can say you tried something different. september 3, 2015
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CHELSEA POWRIE, CULTURE Age: EDITOR 24
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only surefire way to avoid the people at the 1. The tables in the Arts Tunnel is to sacrifice yourself
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Q: I was recently dumped and can't seem to stop creeping my ex! I don't want to delete them though because I need to know what's happening in their life and that would be too harsh. But I am getting addicted. Help me! – Lonely Lou
You aren’t a real Huskie until you’ve pretended
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Spice: Well Lou, it seems to me that you’re only creeping your ex on social media, which is weak shit. Are you keeping tabs on their day-to-day activities? Have you driven past their house late at night to check for other people’s cars in their driveway? Do you even stalk, bro? Get back to me when you’re a real creep.
You’re less and less interested in your major and more and more interested in working for a textbook company.
6. 7. Required readings are always optional. Your grades have never been lower but your 8. dorm has never been cleaner and your Netflix
You’ve eaten more Harvey’s than anyone should in their entire life and you’ll eat more next week.
Q: Seriously where on campus can I pick up women? None of them speak to me when I approach – Jim Sugar: Jimmy, you shouldn’t want to pick up women; you should want to pick up a woman — it’s just a matter of finding the right one. As far as that goes, the best advice I can give is just be yourself. Be relaxed and don’t try too hard when it comes to getting girls. Act natural and a compatible companion will gravitate towards you.
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Joining clubs can be rewarding, but so can sleeping in library cubicles.
to know someone you went to high school 4. not with.
Sugar: Aw hun, it seems like you’re investing too much time into what seems to be a lost cause. I know breaking old habits can be hard, but maybe try picking up a new hobby like knitting or scrapbooking.
Spice: Maybe try a new deodorant? Or perhaps accept the harsh reality that they’re just out of your league.
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The PAC is just like any other gym: you’re paying for it, but you’re not using it.
queue has never been shorter.
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The USSU is a thing, but you’re not sure who he is or what his powers are.
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Roll Up the Rim to Win gets out of hand in a hurry when you practically live at a Tim Hortons.
The only problem is choosing what to eat first… (Dessert, obviously. You’re a grownup now.) Sunday, Sept. 6
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Fresh veggies and side dishes, a salad bar, artisan sandwich deli, three varieties of soups, pasta station, signature pizzas, dessert selection, and a variety of beverages
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