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Extended Welcome Week focuses on first-years TAYAB SOOMRO While Welcome Week at the University of Saskatchewan is an annual feature of student life on campus, this year the U of S Students’ Union has created new activities for students to attend and also scheduled more time to enjoy them. The customary two day event has been extended to four days and will run from Sept. 6–9. As in previous years, the week includes a variety of events designed to connect students and introduce them
to the U of S. According to USSU president Kehan Fu, the major actor behind the change, the event was extended to take advantage of the fact that the coming term begins on a Tuesday rather than a Thursday, as in previous years. Fu believes that Welcome Week is beneficial for all students but particularly for students who are new to the U of S. “[Students] might not know how to get involved … And it’s hard, especially if you’re coming from a different country, if you’re coming from a small town, from a northern com-
munity, if you’re coming from high schools where they’re smaller, or you’re not used to seeing just how big the university is. And I think the point of Welcome Week is to make everything seem a bit more close-knit. It’s in the Bowl, everybody feels part of the same family and it’s designed so that students can see what being involved looks like.” This year, although regular events like the beer gardens are still planned, Welcome Week will focus more on events for first-year students and non-drinkers. For exam-
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ple, the week will now feature food trucks, a component that Fu believes will add both community involvement and good flavour. An acoustic concert will also take place in the Nobel Plaza, and Fu hopes that this will get first-year students outside and help them meet new people. “[Welcome Week] is the way for not only people to attend drinking events or older events like the beer gardens, but we made a push to have events dedicated towards first years — so evening events that are alcohol free — or for students who don’t want to attend alcohol based events,” Fu said. Fu acknowledges that the first year of university can be difficult and intimidating because students often have a lot less supervision in university than in high school. “In a lot of ways, you don't know what getting involved in university feels like, because getting involved in, let’s say, a high school initiative is completely different than university because it's not about teacher supervision. It's not about working within the school's boundaries. There’s still rules, but you're a lot more free and independent,” Fu said. While Welcome Week is a time for leisure and community building, Fu adds that it also provides opportunities for students
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to showcase and promote their initiatives and groups. In addition, the week will offer chances for students to receive scholarships. “This year we have emphasized on more giving back to students. So, throughout the entire duration of Welcome Week, there will be $1,000 in scholarships, so that’s basically tuition reimbursements provided to students as long as they sign up [and] attend our events … [they] can win a draw to get some money back,” Fu said. “I think for that it’s equally important for us to be doing activities that address the issue of financial accessibility for university, but also it’s just a fun way to get students more involved.” Although Welcome Week offers many diverse activities, Fu is most excited for one event in particular. “I think the best part about Welcome Week is the fact that we are going to have Canada National Basketball Association here. So, there’s going to be, on Thursday from about 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. … the NBA is going to be here with a mobile halfcourt … and Marcus Camby, former two-time NBA defending champion, will be here playing ball, and you will have the rings as well and the trophy,” Fu said. “So, some fun hype and it’s physical activity!”
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USSU Help Centre: More than just exam files JALINE BROQUEZA Founded in 1972, the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Help Centre continues to provide a diverse set of programs and services to the U of S community that enhance the student experience on campus. The USSU Help Centre is one of five centres operated by the USSU that provide a positive and friendly place that is open to everyone. It is well-known for providing exam files and resources. This summer, the centre moved from the Arts Tunnel to room 105 of the Memorial Union Building. The USSU made the decision so that the Help, Pride and Women’s Centres could be in the same place. Crystal Lau, an alumna of the university and the Help Centre’s coordinator, shares how the Centre does more than provide exam files. “A lot of people email me about exam files as well so that’s part of my
job. Internally, I do a lot of planning of events. For example, in September, there’s a volunteer orientation training retreat that goes for all the volunteers in all the USSU centres and I am also planning Mental Health Awareness Week,” Lau said Scheduled to run in October, Mental Health Awareness Week is organized by the Help Centre in conjunction with the Peer Health Mentors and Disability Services for Students, among others. Lau will also plan A.S.I.S.T., Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, which is suicide talk training at the end of October. She hopes to organize periodic campus orientation tours for students who miss the first orientation session. The Centre’s programs and services also include providing peer support, the Eating Disorder Support Group, the Mood Disorder Support Group and suicide related programming. The Centre offers free resources such as hygienic products, campus
and city maps, newspapers and magazines. Lau adds that the Centre no longer provides free phone services, but that students can call at any time during open hours for assistance. “Day-to-day-wise, we provide peer support in any kind: sexual assaults, homework, school, academic, family, relationships, anything related to emotions,” Lau said. “[Students] can chill out here. They can come in for help or just come in to say, ‘Hi.’ We also provide a lot of information from academic stuff, from where to go in university for what, where to go in Saskatoon, whatever they need.” Besides academic and social assistance, the Centre can also provide referrals to the pharmacy in order to decrease wait times for students, though they are unable to provide referrals for medical doctors. The Centre is open from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from September to April. Students can drop by and ask for help anytime. They can also get in-
volved with the Centre by volunteering. “[Volunteers] can also offer peer support and they will be trained by Vicki Herman from the student health counselling during our volunteer orientation training retreat … That’s one kind of volunteer work. Another kind would be like if they want to be more involved in planning and stuff,” Lau said. Students who are inter-
ested in volunteering can grab a volunteer application from the Centre or online. “They will have to either email me the application or drop it off, and then I’ll have a quick interview with them just so I could get to know them, let them see what they’re getting involved with so I know who I’m dealing with, just things like that and then go from there.”
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UVic Indigenous language program travels to U of S LARISSA KURZ Copy Editor
In a unique crossprovincial partnership, the University of Saskatchewan has joined with the University of Victoria to deliver the third cohort of UVic’s Indigenous Language Revitalisation graduate program here in Saskatchewan. This is the first time the program has been delivered outside of Victoria, and it is the only program of its kind in North America. With an exemption from the Saskatchewan government, UVic is allowed to deliver their program just once in Saskatchewan, giving U of S students the opportunity to receive academic credentials specifically focused on revitalising Indigenous languages. Joan Greyeyes, director of First Nations and Metis relations at the U of S, states that the program offers a unique UVic degree to Indigenous language experts sept 1, 2016
in Saskatchewan. “All of these students that we have right now in our program are already leaders in Indigenous language revitalisation,” Greyeyes said. “All we wanted to do was to give them the credentials that said they were leaders in Indigenous language revitalisation, because as you know, the society today only recognizes the degrees, the master’s, the PhD when you’re trying to obtain faculty positions.” Greyeyes notes that Saskatchewan is one province that still has Indigenous language speakers in its communities, and she hopes that this program will encourage the preservation of those languages. “We want to keep that [strong language presence] because this is where our heritage comes from; this is our culture, our traditions, our customs, our spirituality. All of it is related to our language and we need to keep that very strong,” Greyeyes said. Darlene Arcand, a graduate of the U of S College of Education and a student enrolled in the program, was
drawn in by the possibilities offered. “It gives us an opportunity to be the First Nations language experts that we are, to bring our language to an academic place where we can work with our language and still get academic credentials with it,” Arcand said. Language revitalisation differs amongst communities, and this program allows students to bring their own experiences to the discussion. With 17 students enrolled, voices from Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories and even California are mingling in the classroom. “One thing that's unique about this program is that all the students in this class speak different languages. It's not just all Cree speakers or all Saulteaux speakers. This program shows you how to take the information and use it in a way that is unique to your situation,” Greyeyes said. Arcand added that the program is flexible when it comes to applying skills to actual communities. “There’s people from different areas that know their
community, that know their language needs and where the language is at, how alive it is or how extinct it is,” Arcand said. “We know what we need, so the language skills we develop as language revitalisation specialists are going to be exact and workable, and that's what this program is giving me so far.” According to Greyeyes, there has been lots of interest in the program from students wanting to take part, as well as from the university itself. “I think that our university [showed enthusiasm] because we have a number of programs that are identified for Indigenous students, and we have a president who has prioritized Aboriginal initiatives, and I think [language revitalisation] is just one of the other topics on the list that needs to get ticked off.” Although the program is only running once in Saskatchewan, the U of S is interested in developing their own graduate program for Indigenous languages with the help of those Saskatchewan students currently in UVic’s program. “When they complete their
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master’s degree, and probably even before that, we would like them to assist our two colleges in developing our own graduate program. And we’re hoping it's going to be a graduate program in Indigenous language revitalisation,” Greyeyes said. According to Greyeyes, a program of this nature would fit well with the university’s current objectives of addressing Aboriginal initiatives, and she is confident that an Indigenous language graduate program is in the future. “This program is important to us because we have another university that's very willing to share and we have an opportunity to develop a top-notch program.”
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Kehan Fu, USSU president “The one thing that I want to do for students in terms of a larger strategic mandate … is ramp-up in every possible way the government advocacy, government lobbying and government communications between [the USSU], the larger student body and the Ministry of Advanced Education. This ties into everything from post-secondary funding to ensuring more student support services. “The second most important part that I see being done for students on campus is improving, increasing awareness and providing more services for all areas related to digital literacy … It’s an important part for every student to sort of understand how [digital technologies are] already changing our lives [and] how that can be used to improve everything from academic experiences to [students] finding a job.” Emmanauel Barker, vice-president operations and finance “I really like the idea of allowing students to do whatever it is that’s important to them. And one of my major responsibilities is being the chair of the budget and finance committee for the USSU and that administers funding to the student groups. So, the student group funding pool has increased from $40,000 to $50,000 this year and what we’re trying to do is make sure that more student groups have access to that funding.”
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Brooke Malinoski, vice-president academic affairs “I think the most important thing that I am planning on doing is [to focus] on the importance of the advocacy role of the VP academic in the students’ union and assisting students with appeals and grievances. I think that it’s not the sole responsibility of the students’ union to do this and I think that … it’s really important that the university recognizes this and they establish a position to better assist students with advising them on policy, be it academic, be it other policy at the university. So, I’m looking to explore and push forward the creation of an ombudsperson at the U of S.” Renata Huyghebaert, vice-president student affairs “Some of the things I would like to focus on this year is the student life experience, student wellness, which encapsulates mental health and a strong mental health strategy. I have been focusing on the areas of sustainability and how that benefits students, as well as something I’m very excited about: I’m focusing on women in leadership and achievement. We’re starting a brand new week celebrating female student achievement on campus in January.”
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Barker: It would be one of the Clint Eastwood movies that’s really washed-up, like Million Dollar Baby or Gran Torino or something, where he’s obviously past his prime except … they’d just put him in makeup so that he looked a little bit younger. Malinoski: It’d probably be some kind of … straight-to-TV Disney film with this young girl coming out who can’t really act … If I could actually, in a dream world, have someone play me it would be Alison Brie. More so just because I want to be Alison Brie and I want to have her sense of humour. Huyghebaert: I absolutely love The Mindy Project, so Mindy Lahiri. I love her so much! She’s totally me, that’s what I’m like in real life. I totally think that a movie about me would be … a slice-out-of-life piece and it would be played by Mindy Kaling.
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Land-Based Education: Taking knowledge back to its roots JALINE BROQUEZA This summer, 22 students in the Indigenous LandBased Cohort spent their summer courses outside at the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Man., taking education to a whole new level. The Indigenous LandBased Cohort, establish by Peggy and Stan Wilson of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, is part of a master’s Indigenous Land-Based Education program within the department of educational foundations at the College of Education. The first cohort graduated in 2012 and 40 students have since completed the program. Alex Wilson of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, is an associate professor in the
department of educational foundations and the academic director of the Aboriginal Education Research Centre. She shares that the program originated out of a need articulated by Indigenous communities. “Community members wanted a graduate program that was framed from within an Indigenous paradigm and taught by Indigenous faculty with a focus on the importance of land and culture in educational contexts,” Wilson said, in an email to the Sheaf. The cohort took two courses this summer. EFDT 849: Indigenous Knowledge: Land-based education was taught by Anishinaabe scholar Leanne Simpson, and EFDT 845: Cross-cultural research
Supplied / Emily Kandagawa Graduate student Tennille Bear practices land-based activities.
methodology: Research in a land-based context, was taught by Wilson herself. Over a span of two weeks in a land-based setting, students were required to do graduate level readings, assignments and projects, in addition to land-based activities. Indigenous knowledge keepers, elders and community members also contributed to the course as organizers and were involved throughout. Gabrielle Doreen, a teacher at ka’wenna’onwe Mohawk Immersion School in Ontario, decided to take the master’s program because it aligns with her beliefs and ways of knowing as an Indigenous person. “Indigenous concepts of reciprocity, respect, relationship and responsibility were woven into this course through our reactions and interpretations of the assignments and the readings while being on and of the land. Being of the land grounded us to our true selves, opening the portal to our awareness as far as we would allow it to go,” Doreen said, in an email to the Sheaf. The intensive two week session began with a pipe ceremony conducted by local elders. During the
courses, students took part in activities such as paddling canoes to study petrographs, [or rock paintings], in the local area and helping in the Opaskwayak Cree Nation community garden. The session ended with a feast hosted by the students, at which they showcased traditional foods from their own territories to thank the community. Tennille Bear of Big River First Nation, a teacher for the Saskatoon Public School Division who works at Forest Grove School, holds a master of education in Indigenous land-based education. She shares her experience with the courses, stating that they push students out of their comfort zones and that the land becomes the teacher. “This program is about taking action and being accountable in the knowledge and practice as educators. Land-based education is about learning to think more critically in terms of capitalism, economic development, environmental and, more importantly, an integrative anti-racist education,” Bear said, in an email to the Sheaf. Erica Thompson, a teacher in northern Canadian communities and a grad-
uate of the land-based program, imparts how she incorporates the program into her life. “Through integrated land-based education and culturally relevant teaching, I have learned to Indigenize my practice in a way that is more meaningful and more successful for the students in my classes … These courses formed foundational cornerstones of the master’s program and we used these teachings throughout the entirety of the program, and I continue to use them on a daily basis in my own practice,” Thompson said, in an email to the Sheaf. Doreen adds that the program is for everyone and not only for Indigenous people. “Don’t let the name of the course deter you, it’s not just for Indigenous peoples. We are all treaty people and we all have responsibility and relationship with the land. It’s up to us to follow through with reciprocity and respect.” Students who are interested in the program can contact the department of educational foundation, visit their website or follow them on Facebook or Twitter @IndigLandBased.
New Pride Centre co-ordinator brings fresh perspective to familiar space EMILY KLATT Although the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Pride Centre remains in the same space as previous years — even as other USSU Centres have moved — students can look forward to several new developments in the upcoming school year. One change comes in the form of new Pride Centre co-ordinator Kenny Starling. A third-year student who has recently applied to the social work program at the University of Regina, Starling came to the co-ordinator position after spending two years as a volunteer. The USSU Pride Centre aims to provide a positive and welcoming environment for a diverse group of students at the U of S. Although all are welcome, the Pride Centre is particularly dedicated to the celebration, advocacy and safety of LGBTQ students.
For Starling, the Pride Centre’s acceptance of LGBTQ students is an important factor, both personally and professionally. “It’s a safe space for queer identified people. For me personally, it made me feel like I belonged somewhere because I did feel like an outsider for so long. It’s just kind of to affirm you are a person and [help] build your self-esteem and confidence,” Starling said. In addition to regular weekly activities, the Pride Centre also holds various larger events throughout the academic year. These include weeklong awareness campaigns about asexuality and transgender issues, workshops on creating safe spaces and one-time events such as Sexhibition and Queer Poetry Night. While Pride Centre events provide enjoyment for U of S students, they serve the greater purpose of creating awareness about some difficult issues important to the LGBTQ community.
For example, according to the Canadian Mental Health Association, queer-identified young people face higher rates of anxiety, depression, self-harm, addiction and other mental health issues than non-queer young people. They also face higher rates of physical and verbal harassment. According to Starling, Saskatchewan shows no exception to these trends. “Surprisingly, even though we have equal rights in say, marriage, a lot of the attitudes and behaviours of people aren’t fully accepting,” Starling said. “For example, even in the city, I have walked down the street and gotten really gross looks when I’ve been holding my partner’s hand and things like that.” Starling hopes to create a safer and more inclusive environment at the U of S, particularly for transgender and two-spirit students. This work includes talks with administration and education of the greater
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university population on LGBTQ issues. While reflecting on the changes still needed to improve the lives of LGBTQ people, Starling also believes that it is important to acknowledge the progress that has been made in Saskatoon. “There’s always work to be done, but I feel like it has gotten a lot better throughout the years, even in the past three years I’ve been there,” Starling said. “The city has a small-town mentality, but it’s evolving and I’m proud of it for that.” Starling encourages all students to stop by the Pride Centre and to consider vol-
unteering for events. Getting involved is as easy as saying hello and filling out a volunteer application. Of all the things that visitors can take away from the Pride Centre, Starling emphasizes that education is the most important. “The best way to combat hate is to get rid of ignorance. So educate, because hatred usually stems from a lack of knowledge,” Starling said. “I hope for [greater awareness] with everyone — everyone who is queer, everyone who’s straight — it doesn’t really matter. As long as you learn something, I feel like I’ve done my job.”
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Efficiency first: U of S Bookstore goes alphabetical JESSICA KLAASSENWRIGHT News Editor
Though many students are clinging to the last days of summer, some are preparing for the advent of classes, and the University of Saskatchewan Bookstore is ready for the rush, with a new alphabetical organizational system. The U of S Bookstore, a self-operated non-profit organization, exists primarily to provide course materials and supplies to students on campus. Over the summer of 2016, the Bookstore piloted a system of alphabetical organization by author last name, a change that both students and faculty have questioned. The new system replaces the previous system, organized by course name and number, though some subject sections for reference texts remain, such as dentistry and nursing. Garry Drake, U of S Retail Services operations manager, explains why the old system was problematic. “When you came into
the Bookstore looking for a book, you had to ask what course you’re in, what section you’re in, who the professor was, whether it was term one or term two and then we could find the book for you … whereas now, we’re just looking at the author name,” Drake said. According to Drake, the goal of the Bookstore is to contribute to student success and, to that end, the new system will boost the efficiency of the store. A number of schools across Canada, including Dalhousie University, the University of Alberta and the University of British Columbia, have switched to such an alphabetical system with great success. With the change, Drake expects that wait-times will decrease significantly and that students will find it easier to locate their textbooks. As students are now visiting the Bookstore in greater numbers, Drake has already been able to see an improvement, not just in speed but in the efficiency of Bookstore staff. “The main thing was it used to take several shifts for our new staff to be able to assist our customers be-
cause they had to really learn how the store was organized, how the course system works, what books went with what course and what the exceptions were and all those things,” Drake said. “They’re able to step right in and provide direct assistance to our customers right away and I think that’s been a major benefit.” While the change to alphabetical organization is clearly visible to patrons, the Bookstore has made numerous and more conspicuous changes over the past year to increase efficiency and effectiveness. “Last September [2015], we reorganized the upper part of the store a little bit differently. We opened it up more, we had more supplies
at the top so once you got your books, you could get in line and then peruse things like stationary and lab supplies while you’re in line,” Drake said. The retail system at the Bookstore was also recently updated and now includes extra tills, added staff and runners who can retrieve books for students who forgot materials or waited in line with the wrong textbook. Furthermore, the line to purchase books now zigzags at the top of the store to stop patrons from blocking off lower shelves. Drake would be happy to hear feedback about the new system and he wants to remind students to print out their book lists by author before coming to purchase
Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor With students in mind, the U of S Bookstore switches to alphabetical organization. Print out your textbook list before hitting the store!
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Men’s soccer looking to take win streak into regular season BRENDEN PALMER
Sports & Health Editor The Huskies men’s soccer team is already off to a good start. Coming home from a preseason tournament in Kelowna, B.C. with four straight wins and only one goal against, the team set their sights to further improve their game during the remainder of their fall camp and to carry that momentum with them into the regular season. The Huskies finished fourth in their conference with a 7-7-3 record last season and ended up in a tough playoff match against the top-ranked University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. Unable to rally for a win, the Huskies were eliminated. The team lost four veteran players at the end of their last season but moving forward this year,
the team is finding itself once again. Head coach Bryce Chapman remarked that the preseason has been very productive but added that it is best to approach the regular season with cautious optimism. “At this point, we’re pleased but we know we have a bit of work heading into the regular season next week. I think that we learned enough about our players right now. We’re moving a few pieces around and at the end of the day, we’re a young group,” Chapman said. In total, the roster will feature 15 returning players and nine first-time Huskies, but despite the new legs Chapman added that the team certainly is not lacking leadership. “We have a good leadership group of fifth-years — five fifth-years. I think this is going to be an exciting group of kids. They just have to get their feet under
themselves once they hit the league, because [it’s] always different than preseason, and learning to compete week-in and week-out will be a challenge for them, and I’m excited to see what we can put together,” Chapman said. Midfielder and team captain Mitch Bauche shared a similar sentiment to Chapman. Bauche, who is entering his final year of eligibility with the Huskies, remarked that the preseason has gone well so far but more work has yet to be done before the Huskies are ready to hit the field for the regular season. “[The team’s coming together] really well. We’ve been together two and a half weeks now and we’re starting to really click. The guys are getting to know each other, and we’re starting to develop our identity, I guess. Things are moving along nicely,” Bauche said. “[Kelowna] was good. Obviously we’re happy to be
Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor The men’s soccer team has nine first-time Huskies added to the roster this year.
winning, but then again we have to recognize that it’s just preseason and we’re not winning any points yet, but it’s good to build up that team morale. We’re happy with the performances but we’re looking to take that into the season.” Last season, Bauche ended with four goals and four assists and aims to have another productive year. The Huskies began the Canada West season on the road against the University of Calgary Dinos on Aug. 31, and will take on the Mount Royal University Cougars on
Sept. 1 away from home. The Huskies return home to host the MacEwan University Griffins on Sept. 9, followed by a rematch of the 2014 CanWest final against the University of Alberta Golden Bears on Sept. 11. Both Sept. 9 and Sept. 11 feature the inaugural Bateman Cup, a celebration to honour the history of men’s soccer at the U of S. All Huskie soccer matches are played on Field 7 in PotashCorp Park. For more information on game times, head to huskies.usask.ca.
Huskies football adding last touches before first game BRENDEN PALMER
Sports & Health Editor It was a long but successful fall training camp for the University of Saskatchewan Huskies football team. After playing a controlled scrimmage against the University of Alberta Golden Bears and the green and white scrimmage on Aug. 25, the dogs are polishing their final roster before hitting the field for the regular season, beginning Sept. 2 at Griffiths Stadium against the University of Regina Rams. Defensive line coordinator Ed Carleton was pleased with training camp and this year’s roster, noting that the current defensive line features plenty of depth. “There aren’t a lot of big differences from last year.
We’ve got a lot of depth and experience from the D-line and we should have some good push with those four guys, and we have a number of different guys that we can put in to be on the line, which are going to allow us to get some format pressure,” Carleton said. The veteran defensive line, consisting of Donovan Dale, Brayden Twarynski, Tristan Koronkiewicz and Evan Machibroda, should be a formidable force on the field. However, Carleton added that more work needs to be done before the regular season commences. “We gave up a lot of long passes last year, [more] than we have in previous years, and that was a combination of not getting enough pressure on the opposing team’s quarterbacks and being kind of young in the secondary,” Carleton said. “We hope to improve immensely in that regard. We’ve got a
little more experience in the secondary and another year of experience for some of those younger guys, plus we added some younger guys and some junior kids with experience so that should help.” Offensive line coordinator Scott Flory said that coaching staff and players got what they wanted out of the camp and importantly, managed to avoid any serious injuries. According to Flory, this year’s offensive line is very similar to last year, and the focus will be to refine the gameplay. “We’re building off of last year. The structure is the same — we’re just trying to build off of it and be a little bit more dynamic and be able to move people around more, introduce some new things and keep one step ahead of the game and keep defenses off-balance and make them defend ev-
erything,” Flory said. “[We need to] make it difficult on their defence without overburdening our guys. I’m looking forward [to the season]. I think we have a lot of depth in all positions. We’ve got a lot of good young guys so I’m excited to see how things turn out.” Huskies wide receiver Mitch Hillis — a Canadian Interuniversity Sports All Canadian — felt the preseason went well and is confident about this year’s roster. “We learned that we are a pretty young team and we have those young guys that can step up and fill in for those guys that graduated, and we have a lot of vets that have been here a couple of years, and they’re going to be our leaders,” Hillis said. Last season, Hillis tallied 1052 yards on 66 catches for seven touchdowns, setting the Huskies Athletics record in yards and catches in a
single season. Defensive back Ben Whiting — who was an all-star at the 2016 International Federation of American Football World Junior Championship — believes that the team is coming together well and is looking forward to playing the Rams on Sept. 2. “We’re working out the kinks before our first game but I think we’ll definitely be able to put on a show this Friday. It’s typical stuff, shaking the cobwebs off. We’ve got new guys in that are trying to contribute to the team, but now that the team is finalized, it’s time to start doing some polishing and [we’re] looking forward to seeing the finished product this Friday,” Whiting said.“Playing the Rams will be a good way to start it off. It’s always a good time, a fun rivalry game and it will be good to hit the ground running.”
All photos by: Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor The Huskies football team had a successful training camp and is looking forward to their upcoming game against the University of Regina Rams on Sept. 2.
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Huskies homecoming game a quintessential experience JACK THOMPSON Staff Writer
During my time as a firstyear student living in the College Quarter residence there was definitely one experience that stood out — the Huskies football homecoming game. This year the homecoming game will be held on Sept. 16. at Griffiths Stadium in PotashCorp Park. This game against the University of Calgary Dinos salutes Huskie alumni, but it is also the game during which students, typically in their first year, participate in the toga run. As a football fan, I recommend coming out to all four of the Huskies’ home games, but if you had to choose just one to attend, this game is a great one to pick. Huskies games in general can be an excellent event to attend with friends or to meet new people, especially during the first few weeks of September when first-year students from out of town are looking to make friends after moving to Saskatoon.
Either way, the games make for a great social event as well as a sporting one. The games are free to attend for students with a valid student ID, making it very affordable. However both beer and food are sold during the games, so fans looking to have a bite to eat or a beverage may want to bring cash. The homecoming game is especially entertaining as it features the toga run during halftime, where first-year students living in residence dress up in the traditional Greek outfit and do one lap around the field. Thus the
game not only features some great Huskies football, but also a chance to wear a toga which is something nearly synonymous with the university experience. Personally, my homecoming game experience last year was a blast — a very hectic blast. While many of my fellow students had the foresight to purchase cheap white bedsheets to make their togas out of beforehand, I waited until the very last minute. So, I was left using the one off my bed. While it was grey rather than white, and my mom would later
shake her head that I’d used a brand new bed sheet, at the time I was more focused on getting to the game on time. As anyone who’s worn a homemade toga will probably know, they are very clumsy. This effect is amplified once intoxicated as well — making for a crowd of students that are constantly tripping over their own togas. Once you get them all running around a track is when it starts to get really interesting. It was rainy and cold that night — not exactly ideal toga weather — but I had
Caitlin Taylor The Huskies homecoming football game is a great experience for students looking to make friends and have fun.
some help from a couple beverages I’d shotgunned in a friend’s shower before the game. At halftime, I joined the lineup of students getting ready to do their lap dressed up in togas. Despite the fact that many of us were drunk, cold and terrible at running while wrapped up in a bedsheet, the crowd cheered us on just the same. Near the end of our run some of the Huskies players were spraying water onto us as we passed by their bench and one of my friends on the team singled me out especially, soaking my bedsheet toga. Despite this, we laughed it off as the cold was nothing a few drinks couldn’t fix and overall, that homecoming game is a fond memory that sticks out from my first year. While certainly not everyone’s experience will be akin to mine, it is definitely a great event to attend. The homecoming game is set to kick off at 7 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Griffiths Stadium in PotashCorp Park. For more information and a complete schedule of all Huskies football games, head to huskies. usask.ca.
Options for rec sports outside of university JACK THOMPSON Staff Writer
Although the University of Saskatchewan offers a fairly comprehensive list of recreational sports, there are other opportunities for students who can’t find what they want at the university or even just want a change of environment. In addition, students may be able to find space in one of these leagues if their sport of choice fills up at the university. Those looking for a different experience or simply looking to meet new people outside of the university atmosphere can look to the City of Saskatoon’s recreational sports leagues. However, rec leagues offered elsewhere across Saskatoon tend to be costlier than those offered by the U of S. When looking at the leagues offered by saskatoonrecleague.com, individual fees are $80. However, there are options to go as a team to split the cost between your fellow athletes. sept 1, 2016
Team fees vary by sport and each include a deposit that can be lost in the case of defaulted games or missed meetings. The cheapest is badminton at $260, followed by basketball at $335. Then there is flag football and outdoor soccer, both of which offer a six game season for $370. Slo-Pitch also offers a sixgame season but at a price of $410 with an $80 equipment deposit per team. However, there is no size cap on slopitch teams so the cost could be split many ways. The second most costly options are floor hockey and indoor soccer, both at $500. In order to play floor hockey, teams must provide their own equipment. The priciest league is dodgeball at $550, which will get you a nine-week season plus two playoff games. While many of the leagues offered are similar to those offered by the U of S, there are a few exceptions. For instance, slo-pitch and badminton are offered as a league whereas at the university, there is only a slo-pitch tournament and badminton is offered on a drop in basis. This means that the option
is there for those looking to play more of those sports in a structured league. One option for students looking to play ice hockey outside of the U of S is through the Adult Safe Hockey League. This league allows for the formation of teams and also facilitates individuals looking to join a team. To register a team costs $9720.90 while registering as an individual costs $656.20. One major difference in the ASHL as compared to ice hockey through the university is the playoffs. The ASHL playoffs go to the national level with playoff games coming at no extra charge so long as the team remains a contender. As far as recreation goes, outside of sporting leagues, the Saskatoon Leisure Guide is where students can go to find a variety of activities around the city. This guide features 120 pages of activities like fitness classes and sports activities hosted in facilities all across the city. There are a variety of drop in programs listed in the guide, such as public swimming and fitness programs. Programs range
from aquatic-based classes to yoga and weight training. There is also the opportunity to play pick-up basketball at the Shaw Centre. The Leisure Guide can be found online or in physical form at leisure centers and at City Hall.
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With a variety of options, there is something for every student in Saskatoon. If rec sports through the U of S don't fit your needs, there are other options — and you don't have to go too far to find them either!
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Weight gain woes: Avoiding the freshman 15 NAOMI ZUREVINSKI Editor-in-Chief
A classic problem that university students face is one that creeps up unexpectedly: weight gain. The “freshman 15” is a phrase that refers to an amount of weight that is usually gained during a student’s first year of post-secondary education, and is generally caused by everything student life stands for — drinking, lack of exercise and not eating well.
A meta-analysis published in 2015 by BioMed Central — a journal based out of the United Kingdom — tracked and monitored a group of post-secondary students over a five month period, and found that 60.9 per cent of them gained an average of 7.5 pounds in that time period. Additionally, three other studies showed that approximately 9.3 per cent of them gained at least 15 pounds. Drastic weight increases in university occur due to changes in routine and lifestyle. While in high school, students generally participate in extracurricular activities that cen-
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tre around physical activity and have parents who cook for them every day, which often shifts once university begins. Although changes to weight may not have a chaotic impact on daily life now, they can be dangerous in the long run, putting students at risk for a plethora of health problems and negative habits. The following list looks at the main reasons for the freshman 15, so that you can be aware of why it happens and stay mindful about how to avoid it. 1. Excessive consumption of alcohol: many campus events and parties centre around having drinks with friends, and not participating can take away the fun of the university experience. To deal with this, be mindful of how much you drink. While one or two nights out a week won’t have a disastrous impact, four nights of drinking every week will likely catch up to you. Another culprit associated with drinking is coming home and binge eating or grabbing fast food. Instead, try eating something small or choose something healthy — like a banana, which will also restore
depleted potassium sources in your body caused by alcohol. 2. Lack of exercise: it can be tricky to fit in trips to the gym with homework piling up, and to make matters worse, Saskatoon is oh-so-cold during most of the academic year, making exercising outdoors difficult. Take advantage of the weather while it’s warm and bike or walk to campus. Try to fit in some simple exercise throughout your day as well — take the stairs in the Murray Library, stretch while reading or try taking a walk through the tunnels on campus during a class break. There are ways to get creative about sneaking in mini exercise bursts throughout your day that will help keep your metabolism high! 3. Changes in diet: it takes only five to 10 minutes each day to make a lunch for school — a much smaller commitment than it might seem. Try making sandwiches, wraps or salads and grab a piece of fruit or veggies for a quick and healthy meal. If you don’t enjoy cooking after a long day, try making a large quantity of a soup or stew and freeze it, so that when you come home
hungry after class, you don’t have to worry about the temptation to order something in. Another issue that contributes to the freshman 15 is snacking while studying. Grab a cup of tea so you have something to sip on instead of an energy drink, or tell yourself you can have a snack after you’re done with homework. That way you will be much more aware of how much you’re eating, and will be less likely to overeat absentmindedly — and you will probably be more productive as well. 4. Stress: feeling stressed can actually cause you to eat more, sleep less and overdo it on substances like alcohol or caffeine. Although there is no secret cure for going through university stress-free — I don’t even think that’s possible — everything is interrelated: exercise breaks can help decrease stress and choosing nutritious foods will also help you stay alert and can reduce anxiety. The habits that you set in your first year are likely to carry over throughout your entire university career, so make sure to be aware of what you are doing to your body and choose what is best for you.
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USSU encouraging healthy living with yoga and cycling BRENDEN PALMER
Sports & Health Editor For students looking to ease their minds and loosen their limbs between classes this term, the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union has just the solution: Yoga in the Bowl, a weekly event in September where students are welcome to gather in the Bowl for free yoga lessons. The event is being held in conjunction with the Fit Centre, who will provide the instructors and class formats. The sessions will take place on Sept. 14, 21 and 28 from 12:30 p.m to 1:15 p.m. Some yoga mats will be provided, but due to limited quantity, students are encouraged to bring their own mats, as well as water bottles, sunscreen and other necessities. No registration is required for the outdoor classes; students can simply show up and yoga to their heart’s content. However, students will need to register for yoga
classes at the Physical Activity Complex if the weather conditions do not permit the event to be held outside. According to USSU vicepresident academic affairs Brooke Malinoski, the University of Calgary hosts a similar event, but the true inspiration behind Yoga in the Bowl stems from the time she spent in Ottawa. “I had the opportunity to spend a summer in Ottawa, and there they have this really cool thing where they do yoga on [Parliament Hill]. So thousands of people come to the hill with their yoga mats on their lunch break, and one of the studios offers a class to them,” Malinoski said. “It was cool to watch, to go to, it offered a really unique sense of community, and [I thought] why don’t we try something out here? We have the space. Everyone loves the Bowl. It’s kind of iconic at the U of S, and if we’re promoting health and well-being then I thought it was something interesting to try.” In addition to reducing stress, the physical benefits of regular yoga practice are numerous. Those with
lower back pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches and insomnia can all benefit from yoga. Other physical benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improved respiration, energy and vitality, maintaining a balanced metabolism, weight reduction, cardio and circulatory health, improved athletic performance and protection from injury. Given all of the benefits of yoga, Malinoski believes that students will find the yoga sessions interesting and helpful. “September is often a lot of fun for students — as it should be. The hard work, the midterms, the papers and the deadlines often don’t set in until October and November and then things are absolutely wild. But sometimes you come to school and you’re overwhelmed, especially if you’re here for your first time,” Malinoski said. “Sometimes you forget that it’s important to take care of your physical and mental health. I think that by offering a class once a week, it gives students a chance
to sit back, relax and get some exercise into their schedules.” In addition to yoga, the USSU will partner with the Office of Sustainability, the U of S Peer Health Mentors, the City of Saskatoon and Bridge City Bike Co-op to host Hike, Bike and Roll in the Bowl on Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The annual event will provide students with the opportunity to purchase refurbished bikes from the Office of Sustainability, get free bike tune-ups and information about cycling from information booths.
USSU vice-president student affairs Renata Huyghebaert said that although the event is small, it is still plenty of fun and very informative. “It’s a lot of fun, there’s free swag, a lot of information and there is a lot valuable information for everyone,” said Huyghebaert. There will also be a “bike smoothie,” where students can create their own smoothies by pedaling a bike that is attached to blender to grind the ingredients together. For more information on these events, head to ussu. ca/events.
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Enjoying alcohol safely during the school year JACK THOMPSON Staff Writer Welcome Week can be an exciting time for students — there is an abundance of new experiences, new people and the first days of freedom for some. Amidst this action, there will undoubtedly be new opportunities to party and drink alcohol. Although there is nothing wrong with enjoying alcohol responsibly, it is wise to know your limits
and how to consume alcohol safely. Speaking on the issue of safe alcohol consumption is Rita Hanoski, the health education co-ordinator with Student Health Services, who believes that alcohol can be enjoyed safely but that it is important to debunk some myths about student alcohol consumption. “Changing that norm on campus that not everyone drinks on campus, is a huge support to people that don’t want to drink,” Hanoski said. According to the The National College Health Assessment, a study conducted
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annually on campus, 13 per cent of students say they never drink alcohol and 12.5 per cent say they haven’t had any alcohol in the last 30 days. “So if you generalize that at any given time, there’s about 25 per cent of the student population that say they do not drink. They might just be taking a break or they may be abstainers. So 75 per cent of students drink, and less than half of that number is binge drinking. I think that’s an important message to get out,” Hanoski said. She added that alcohol is not necessary to socialize and meet new people at university. “It’s probably easier to relax and talk to people after drinking. But if you put some effort into getting to know a variety of people so you can go to a party without the need to [consume something in order to feel] relaxed first, that’s a good strategy as well,” Hanoski said. Much like following the general food guide, Hanoski recommends following the alcohol consumption guidelines set forth by the Canadian Centre on Substance
Abuse. Accordingly, one drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, five ounces of wine, or one and a half ounces of hard alcohol. “[The drinking guidelines] encourage, for men, no more than 15 drinks per week maximum, or no more than three per day. For women, it’s 10 drinks per week and no more than two per day. That’s something that they promote but also that they want students to be aware that there are guidelines for drinking in a low-risk way,” Hanoski said. She also shared strategies to use in order to avoid overdrinking that don’t necessarily require one to abstain from drinking altogether. “Water or soft drinks, eating before or during drinking [will slow down the alcohol], know the size of drinks, be the designated driver, only take as much money as the number of drinks that you want and the cab ride home,” Hanoski said. Although Student Health Services does not discourage alcohol use, they want to inform students of the potential negative effects of overconsumption. According to
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the aforementioned study, 40 per cent of students that drank alcohol regretted their actions while under the influence. Alongside bad decisions, Hanoski listed dependency and negative impacts on academic performance as effects of drinking more than the drinking guidelines. The Canadian Centre of Substance Abuse advises against consuming five or more drinks in one occasion for men and four or more for females. Hanoski calls more than this “highrisk drinking” — or drinking to get drunk. This type of drinking can be of concern to students as many events and drink specials are aimed at students. That is why it’s important for students to think about their alcohol consumption and how it impacts health in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The U of S Student Health Services are available to any students either looking to evaluate their drinking habits or work on bringing their alcohol consumption down.
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Liquor for less: A student guide to drink specials in the city JESSICA QUAN While alcohol may not necessarily be crucial to the university experience, it often plays a central role in social activities and outings when consumed responsibly. Getting the bang for your buck on drink specials is important in keeping both your wallet and your glass full. Although you save a substantial amount of money by purchasing alcohol from the liquor store, many students enjoy the setting that certain bars provide. Whether you’re out to watch the game, ready to hit the dance
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floor or on stage singing off-key karaoke, many bars throughout Saskatoon cater towards different activities where you’re bound to order an alcoholic beverage. Many establishments have certain drink specials which correspond to a type of beverage on a certain day of the week. Outlined below are a selection of bars and restaurants which have become well-known by University of Saskatchewan students for their cheap drinks that pair with a funfilled night. WINE Original Joe’s On Tuesdays, Original Joe’s has half-off all of their wine varieties — glasses and bottles included. The restaurant has an abundance of televisions which makes it an ideal setting to watch the game, while the cozy booths and tables make it a good setting to catch up with friends. Earls If you couldn’t get enough from Wine Tuesday at Original Joe’s, keep the party rolling until Wednesday
where Earls has half-off all red, white and sparkling wine. Before the fall weather kicks into cool temperatures, make sure to grab a table on Earls’ patio for an ambient and relaxed environment. BEER Louis’ Louis’ is notorious among students for Toonie Tuesday where draft beer is on special for $2 after 7 p.m. Given that Louis’ is on campus, Toonie Tuesday is the perfect way to treat yourself after a long study session or more realistically, to procrastinate from your academic obligations. Winston’s Pub and Grill For specialty beer drinkers, Winston’s has a selection of over 72 taps available and corresponding drink specials based on the certain variety of beer. On Mondays, Winston’s has $6 domestic IPA pints and $8 imported IPA pints. On Wednesdays, domestic craft pints are $6, and imported craft pints are $8. Although specialty beers tend to fall on the pricey side, Win-
ston’s specials will save you some extra cash on your night out. HIGHBALLS The Colonial Pub and Grill The Colonial is Saskatoon’s renowned dive-bar which has become the “Sunday Funday” hotspot for students wanting strong drinks for low prices. The Colonial has $3.25 single highballs, $6.50 double highballs and $8.50 triple highballs from 9 p.m. until closing from Sunday to Thursday. In addition, the Colonial has karaoke available upon request for those wanting to channel their inner Adele. The Sutherland Bar The Sutherland Bar, which is more commonly known by students as “the Scuzz” has a reputation for being, in simple terms, a scuzzy place. Despite the negative implications of its nickname, the Scuzz is equipped with a dance floor, loud music, pool tables, VLTs and lots of seating, which makes for a bumping place to spend your Saturday night. From 8
p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, the Scuzz has $2.25 single highballs, $4.50 double highballs and $6.75 triple highballs. SPECIALTY DRINKS Hudsons Canada’s Pub Hudsons showcases its Canadian pride through none other than their $5 signature caesar special every Sunday. Hudsons has a spacious environment filled with televisions at every angle, making it an ideal location to spend game day. If caesars aren’t the drink for you, Hudsons also has $5 bottles of Budweiser or Bud Light all day on Sundays. Milestones Whether you’re meeting friends or on a date, Milestones is the perfect location for a nice night out. It has both a dining room and a lounge to cater towards your evening vibe. On Tuesdays, Milestones has its Original Bellini (1.5 oz.) on special for $4.50, and its Bellini Bowl (3 oz.) on for $6.50. If these sugary drinks aren’t for you, Milestones also has 18 ounce glasses of Stella Artois for $7.
Freshman survival guide: How to make it through your first year BRIDGET MORRISON Culture Editor
Starting university is both exciting and scary, so don’t worry if you feel nervous — that’s totally normal. It can take some time to get used to university so in the meantime, the Sheaf is here to help. Here are some tips to help you survive your first year of university. Learn to manage your time: University is busy, it’s hectic and it’s chaotic. Just the workload alone is enough to send a person into overdrive. Pair that with a parttime or full-time job, clubs, commitments and wanting to have a social life, and university becomes one big ball of stress. Being able to manage your time and prioritize tasks throughout any given day is important and will help keep the stress to a minimum. For the first little while, you might not know how to deal with it all but don’t worry, eventually you’ll find a rhythm that works for you. If you don’t learn to manage sept 1, 2016
your time, you’ll be handing in late assignments and asking for extensions often. The sooner you can get a handle on time management, the better off you’ll be. Find your favorite study spot: Whether on or off campus, it’s important for you to find a space for studying where you can do your best work. Some people prefer being around others and having some background noise while studying, whereas others need complete silence. Can you study at home, or does the TV distract you too much? What about at a coffee shop or the library? Take the time and find a place that works for you. Don’t be afraid to talk to your professors: I can’t stress this enough, whether you need clarification on an assignment, help with a paper or want to look over an exam you have written, just ask. It’s important for you to know what professors expect from you as a student in the class. Simply taking the time to ask questions can have a huge impact on your success in the class.
Don’t procrastinate: You’ve probably heard this before but I’ll say it again: don’t procrastinate. University consists of a heavy workload, and leaving it all until the night before it’s due is not realistic. Of course, some assignments or essays may be slightly rushed — you can’t avoid that — but think ahead. It’ll help keep your stress levels to a minimum when assignments, essays and exams all pile up.
volved and just go for it — I promise you won’t regret it. Find a balance between work and play: This may be the most important part of the survival guide — don’t forget to have fun along the way. Time flies in university. One moment you’re starting your first day of first year and the next, you’re graduating.
Don’t forget that although you’re here to study and pursue your academic goals, you’re also here to have fun. University is a time where you get to meet new people, make new friends and find interests you didn’t even know you had. So don’t let opportunities pass you by, get out of your comfort zone, explore and have fun!
Take notes in class: Always take notes in class to supplement the powerpoints or assigned readings. Those extra bits of information professors add in in class tend to be on exams, so be prepared for it. Get involved on campus: There are so many ways to get involved on campus, such as clubs, rec sports teams, choirs, plays and events to attend. Whether you want to run a committee or watch a basketball game, getting involved will enrich your university experience immensely. It’s a great way to meet people and make new friends, to discover new interests or further previous ones. So keep your eyes and ears open for different ways to get inwww.thesheaf.com
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What do you wish you had known in your first year?
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ZACH TENNENT
I never saw an academic advisor. Academic advisors are not just for when you’re in trouble.
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With a new year on the horizon, scores of new students will be flooding the halls of the University of Saskatchewan in their ongoing pursuit of higher education. Starting university is stressful enough and we at the Sheaf wanted to help out however we could. As a service to those who are new to the university — or even those returning students who could use some advice on making and getting the most out of their U of S experience — the Sheaf approached various citizens of the campus community and asked them what is one thing they wish they had known in their first year of university. If you look closely, you might see a bit of a common thread among students and alumni.
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Vicky Parohl, undergraduate programs advisor, Edwards School of Business
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I wish I had known that school is not the most important thing and that it’s important to take univeristy seriously, but it’s also more important to have a good time and make sure that you’re enjoying yourself and creating a school-life balance. ”
I wish I would have known to start studying as classes were going as opposed to leaving it all to the end, because that sucks.”
Naomi Zurevinski, fifth-year history, editor-in-chief, the Sheaf
Kenny Starling, co-ordinator, Pride Centre
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I guess just to be more connected to the university. I was kind of a ‘put your time in and leave the campus’ kind of guy. After being involved here with everyone and the organization I work with, — the USSU — I know that there’s a bigger connectivity and a bigger world you can put your time into and actually enjoy university. You pay for the experience as much as the education.
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Dan Smolinski, manager, Louis’
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I wish I knew that I should get involved. My university experience significantly changed once I did get involved with student groups. I co-founded with my roommate the International Women’s Movement, and after that I just got more and more involved with the university community. I made so many new friends and I experienced the university from different views because I did work with students from colleges I never had any contact with before, and it truly enriched not only my educational experience, but also my personal experience.
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I wish I knew how many services there are available to students. In the library, there’s so many resources that are there to help you. Same thing with the USSU. We’re always here to help — and the Help Desk — they can do literally anything for you. It’s amazing.
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Margot Orr, assistant manager, Louis’ Loft
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I would have liked, in my first and second year, to get more involved with things on campus — different groups and stuff like that. Get into it more in the beginning rather than wait or you’re going to regret it. Even now I’m like, ‘I don’t meet as many people.’ In my first few years, I was studying too much, almost.
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Renata Huyghebaert, fifth-year marketing, vice-president student affairs, U of S Students’ Union
Greanne Krawchuk, fourth-year psychology, employee, Campus Computer Store
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“Where to find academic help. For example, the Help Centre exam files, which one of them I found my final exam on — the whole thing, top to bottom.”
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Crystal Lau, co-ordinator, Help Centre
Something I wish I knew when I first started university was there’s actually a lot of things you could get involved in. Student leaders are very, very friendly and always supporting new students and they’re welcoming to anyone who wants to be involved in their groups.
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Patricia Bautista, third-year accounting, student assistant, International Student and Study Abroad Centre sept 1, 2016
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didn’t learn about it until the end of my second year, so those were a couple of lonely, stressful years. When you get really stressed out during finals, it’s good to have a support system or a place to retreat to. So I really wish I’d known about that. I wish I’d known how accommodating it was — and how inclusive and positive. Ashley Clouthier, fifth-year English and history, co-ordinator, Women’s Centre www.thesheaf.com
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upcoming events • First day of Orientation at the University of Saskatchewan
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• Trooper at Dakota Dunes Casino
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• Astral Swans with Mitch Grier at Vangelis • Campus Expo in the Bowl • Fever Feel with Bombargo and Bloodshots at the Capitol Music Club • PotashCorp Fireworks Festival at River Landing and Friendship Park
• Economics with the Buzzardline & the Karpinka Brothers at Amigos • The Department Heads with Tallest to Shortest at the Capitol Music Club • Respect The Elements: Volume 1 at Vangelis
saturday • Hillsburn at Village Guitar Amp & Co. • Danny Michel at Village Guitar & Amp Co.
sunday • September long weekend
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What better way to start off the school year than hanging out with friends, listening to great music and enjoying good food? If you like to have a good time, then check out this year’s Welcome Week activity line-up. The Sheaf has you covered on what you don’t want to miss! The University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Welcome Week runs from Sept. 6 to Sept. 9 and takes place in the Bowl. Starting at 11 a.m. there will be food trucks, beer gardens and DJs playing, along with free swag and survival calendars being passed out. There is also a $1000 scholarship draw that any student can enter, along with the chance to win U of S Bookstore gift cards. DJ Charlie Hustle will be kicking off Welcome Week on Sept. 6, along with DJ's Hattie, Bombargo and Snakeman who will play until 2 p.m. Taking place at 2 p.m. is the Dorm Room Burn. In a controlled burn, two model dorms will be set on fire to show students the seriousness of how common household items can set aflame when not being cautious. One of the biggest events during Welcome Week is the guest appearance and meet and greet with NBA
player Marcus Camby. From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 8 in the Bowl, students will have a chance to hear Camby, the ex-Raptors player speak. Later that evening at 9 p.m. the Carless Drive In will be taking place. The movie being shown is Mrs. Doubtfire, and thanks to Affinity Credit Union, popcorn will be provided. Remember the film is shown outside in the Bowl, so it’s a good idea to bring a blanket or two, and some extra snacks wouldn’t hurt. On the last day of the USSU’s Welcome Week, Dehli 2 Dublin with the Parab Poet and the Hip Hop Hippies will be playing at Louis’. Tickets are $19 and are available online at ticketfly.com. Doors open at 9 p.m. and it is a +19 show — and it’s going to be a blast. Even though the last day of the USSU’s Welcome Week is Sept. 9, the festivities don’t end there. On Sept. 13, Louis’ will be having its beloved House Party. This year, entitled Blue Party, everyone is to dress up as blue as can be. There will be $2 beers, a poutine bar and the best DJs to get everyone dancing. The party is +19 and there is no advanced ticketing — doors open at 7 p.m. The annual Hike, Bike and Roll event will be taking place on Sept. 14 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. This is to encourage students to get active in their transportation by walk-
ing, biking, rollerblading or longboarding to school instead of taking their car. There will be free bike tune-ups, a fresh food market, the annual used bike sale, yoga classes and information booths and swag set up outside between the Arts and Thorvaldson buildings. The Huskies Football homecoming game will be taking place on Sept. 16 and is a great way to experience Huskie pride first hand. Bring some friends and dress up in your Huskie gear and come support your fellow students. This game is free for U of S students who bring their student ID. On Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Louis’ Flea Market Madness will be taking place. This is an all-ages and no-charge event where you can check out local vendors. There will be brunch specials and beer served, so don’t miss it! A great way to get involved on campus is to join some clubs. From Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. to Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m., Campus Club Week will be taking place. In the Arts Tunnel, clubs will have tables set up to promote their group, and will be able to provide information to students interested in joining the club on their mandate, events and what they are all about. Try to attend as many events the university offers to you — it’s a great way to meet new people, make new friends, explore your interests and have fun!
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• Rick Lowe: Exploring Social and Community Engaged Art at The Roxy Theatre
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CULTURE Brianne Sikorski: 17, Edwards School of Business, undeclared, first-year How would you describe your style on campus? My style on campus is comfy and casual, yet put together and practical! I like to pair a comfy tee and jeans with something to spice it up — like a jacket or fun statement necklace. I'm also all about the details, whether it's zippers on the ankle of jeans or a unique hemline on my top or skirt. In your opinion, what is one trend that you’re glad to see come back? Vintage floral and bombers. Those two combined are even better. I also love suede, fringe and bohemian styles for the fall. As well as neutral coloured slip dresses — they are easy to style and look polished on their own. What are your top three must-haves for back to school this season, and why? My top three back to school must-haves include a bomber jacket, a cozy oversized knit sweater and a cute pair of sneakers. I think bomber jackets are a great staple item that can transform a comfy casual outfit into something more fashionable, yet practical. Knit sweaters are perfect for fall days and give you a polished look without having to try too hard. Sweaters are presentable for school and great for studying! A cute and comfy pair of sneakers is also a must-have as the campus is so large and sneakers are practical and stylish to get from class to class.
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campus style Andrew Slusar: 19, Edwards School of Business, marketing, second-year How would you describe your style on campus? Honestly, I wouldn't classify my style in any particular category. I let my eye choose, which has led me to collect a little bit of everything. My main goal with fashion is to have fun and enjoy the experience while maintaining some sort of practicality. Some days I feel more preppy, while others I tend to choose a more relaxed look. Generally, I gravitate towards brighter colours and prints. What are your top three must-haves for back to school this season, and why? Invest in a good pair of sunglasses. In fact, I find myself using sunnies more during the winter! A good watch finishes off any look, is a conversation starter and of course keeps you on time while rushing from class to class! I always recommend a good bag to carry those bulky textbooks. My preference is a stylish messenger bag, which surprisingly holds more than you think! What are some ways that students can save money and still dress well on a budget? To get some great basic pieces, always shop in pricier stores with sales! If you can, shop at outlet stores that have items on sale from 50 to 70 per cent off! Shopping online with stores like Zara that offer affordable and trendy clothing is also a really great option. Also, look for stores with free shipping to Canada and delivery between three to five days. What is your favourite season to dress for and why? Definitely fall. I am obsessed with all the layers, the countless options for coats, dark and rich tones. Can you tell I enjoy layering?
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PAGE TYPE CULTURE Noah Kelleher: 21, Edwards School of Business, management, fourth-year Tell me a bit about your outfit. Where do the pieces come from? My bomber and sweater are by the brand Only and Sons and the jeans are from Neuw Denim — all from Banjo Outpost. What is your favourite season to dress for and why? Fall — it’s not too cold so you can layer up and really get the most out of your closet. In your opinion, what is the worst trend to come back into style? Denim on denim. Why is dressing well important to you? Every impression is an opportunity. Make those opportunities count, and you won’t have to worry about how you look if you always look good.
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Another summer has come and gone, but there are still plenty of things about the fall season for students to look forward to — the pumpkin spice lattes, the colours of fall and especially the campus fashion. Before we know it, the colours of summer will fade and our wardrobes will also have to adapt to the changing season. During fall, students wearing sweaters, scarves and plaid may be ubiquitous on campus, but new trends like the bomber jack-
et and chokers have made their way back into the hearts and closets of students. Not only is our beautiful campus a platform for higher education, but it is also a great place to spot some killer fashion inspiration. In an attempt to encourage you to embrace the cooler temperatures with open arms, the following four University of Saskatchewan students are here to showcase how they do fall fashion.
Jasleen Hansra: 22, The College of Arts and Science, third-year Tell me a bit about your outfit. Where do the pieces come from? I am wearing a printed romper from Forever 21. I like to pair this with my light-wash denim shirt from the Gap for cooler days. The lace-up boots are Madden Girl from The Bay. In your opinion, what item should students splurge on? Why is it worth it in the long run? Jeans are definitely worth the splurge. There is nothing worse than an uncomfortable and stiff jean. Jeans can be worn year-round and they can be worn for casual outfits or for a night out — definitely worth the extra money! I would highly recommend Vero Moda and Mango branded jeans. Where do you draw inspiration from for your outfits? Pinterest is a good place to get fashion inspiration but I am also obsessed with three fashion bloggers on Instagram. I follow @sincerelyjules, @huntforstyles and @theruecollective. In your opinion, what will you miss most about your summer wardrobe? That’s easy — bright and bold prints. I love colourful and printed pieces! sept 1, 2016
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A vegetarian and gluten-free guide to campus eateries NAOMI ZUREVINSKI Editor-in-Chief
It can be difficult finding vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan options for food anywhere — let alone on campus. Luckily, the University of Saskatchewan has some hidden gems when it comes to alternative food choices and the Sheaf is here to help you out! Marquis Culinary Centre offers a meal plan for students, but they also have a daily buffet with many vegetarian and gluten-free options, which costs $11.45. Their salad bar is offered daily and is always a safe option, but they also have specials that are marked as to whether or not they are gluten-free, vegetarian and even vegan, in some cases. Marquis offers a 28 day rotating menu, and every day they aim to have several options for students who are vegetarian or gluten-free. Everything is labelled clearly so you don’t have to worry about cross-contamination. Possible options include rosemary
roasted potatoes, basmati rice and a deli sandwich bar. The Choices cafeteria at St. Thomas More College also offers a lot of options for students. Their regular menu features a completely separate gluten-free menu, with options for breakfast, lunch and dessert — including a gluten-free brownie. They offer two soup options each day, and one is always gluten-free or vegan, and sometimes both. Their gluten-free sandwiches are also prepared in a separate area to avoid cross-contamination. Many of their daily lunch buffet items are also gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan and are labelled clearly. Options include vegan potato and vegetable soup or pan-fried zucchini. Choices has a daily lunch buffet which costs $8 for students, but you can also order off the regular menu anytime. In Lower Place Riel, there are a number of food venues to choose from. Extreme Pita has salads and smoothie options which fit vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requirements. Their wraps and flatbread pizzas also come in vegetarian options. Also in Lower Place, Harvey’s does a
really excellent veggie burger, although they don’t have a gluten-free bun option. Umi Sushi Express and the Flaming Wok both have good variety for students as well. The sushi is gluten-free and they offer a veggie sushi with avocado and cucumber for vegetarians and vegans. The Flaming Wok does rice noodle bowls, which are also gluten-free if you order it without the spring roll. If you don’t add a meat option, many of the dishes are also vegetarian. The Le Crepe Bistro also offers rice noodle bowls, which can be gluten-free or vegetarian. Their crepes aren’t gluten-free but they do have some vegetarian options. You can also find some gluten-free and vegetarian options at Treats, Vanelli’s and Mac’s, although the selection can be limited. Louis’ and Louis’ Loft are both good for finding gluten-free and vegetarian options. The Loft has a number of salad bowls with quinoa or rice noodles, which are gluten-free and can be vegetarian, depending on the dish. They also have a vegan quesadilla, and many of their items are marked if they can
be made into vegetarian or vegan if desired. Louis’ offers a number of salads which are safe options, as well as a portobello burger, which is vegetarian but not gluten-free, because of the bun. Additionally, they have nachos that are made with gluten-free corn chips, as well as a gluten-free beer. If you go up to the Loft you can order from both the Loft’s and Louis’ menu, which is convienent.
Other cafeterias located around the campus may have options for vegetarian and gluten-free meals and snacks, as well as coffee places like Starbucks and Tim Hortons, which have some food products that are gluten-free and vegetarian. Although this list is not a complete guide, hopefully it will be a good starting point on your way to eating vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free on campus this year.
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Time for a tunnel to the Education Building LOGAN HUARD Every December, hundreds if not thousands of students make their way to their exams in the Education Building and anyone who has made this trek can speak to the brutality of braving the elements. So riddle me this: why is there no tunnel that connects the Education Building with the rest of the tunnel systems on campus? The Education Building has an abundance of services that students of all disciplines use, from the gym to the library, the student lounge to the classrooms. Yet students are not able to walk from their class in the Arts Building to give blood in the Education Lounge without freezing on the way there. A selling point for the campus’ Voyager Place residence is that the tunnel network stops residents from being forced to leave the warmth of indoors while on their way to
class. This is not the case when it comes to education students or those who are taking classes in the Education Building. The creation of a tunnel connecting Edwards School of Business to the Education Building would help make living on campus all the more enticing. Even though the front entrance of the Education Building is accessible by ramp, many people with mobility difficulties may find tunnels to be incredibly helpful. The use of elevators and ramps in the current tunnels make for an easy commute from one building to another. Accessing the College of Education via tunnel would help those who have limited mobility bypass the busy and possibly icy sidewalks on the way to and from the Education Building. Students who are new to campus may find it challenging to find the Education Building, as it’s a standalone building farther down Campus Drive.
With a direct tunnel from the Arts Building, that confusion would be alleviated. Locating buildings can be difficult, especially if you’re new to campus and even more so if you’re new to campus in the winter months. Having a complete tunnel system allows for warm and easy exploration of the entire campus. Avoiding the weather is not the only positive that would come from the creation of this tunnel. It would also allow people to avoid crossing the busy road between Edwards School of Business and the Education Building. The Arts Tunnel itself is a very busy place, seeing 22,000 visitors every single day. If a tunnel connecting the two buildings was created, it would provide another high-capacity venue for clubs and and other organizations to present themselves to the student body. This would not only be beneficial to the groups operating these tables but would also generate more
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opportunities for student involvement. Perhaps the the biggest benefit from this suggested tunnel works in tandem with direct entry into education. This year marks the first semester where students are able to enter the College of Education straight out of highschool without taking the sixty pre-education credits that previously were required. The College of Education estimates that by re-implementing the direct entry process, they will have an increase in admissions to the program, which is already
part of the second largest college on campus. At this point you might be asking if this is an article on tunnels or on direct entry. Turns out the two are interconnected. With the increase in admissions there will be a much bigger flow of students to and from the Education Building. A tunnel would help remedy the crowded flow of students by providing an alternative route. Though the construction of such a tunnel is unlikely, it is impossible to ignore the positive outcomes that it would provide for our campus.
When your professor can’t teach: A Sheaf survival guide JESSICA QUAN University of Saskatchewan students have all had — or will eventually have — a professor that is poor at teaching. Despite this roadblock that hinders the learning process, there are ways for students to utilize alternative measures in the pursuit of educational success. Before you’re quick to judge your professor’s teaching style, it’s important to re-evaluate your own behaviour within the classroom and how it may affect your learning. If you’re distracted on your phone or laptop during lectures, don’t regularly attend class and/ or fail to actively listen, consider that the problem may not necessarily be the professor — it might be you. Once you’ve identified any inhibitions in your learning that aren’t related to your professor, the next step is to critically assess the factors that make your professor a poor teacher and what you can do about it. If you don’t understand the course content being covered in your class, or sept 1, 2016
if you can readily identify problems in your professor’s teaching style, bear in mind that professors are there to assist in your learning experience. By simply sending an email or flagging them down after class, professors can generally be helpful when directly addressed. Does your professor teach too fast or too slow? Does your professor fail to break down dense topics? Communicate with your professor and let them know. Most often, they may not be conscious of these quirks and will be receptive to your questions or concerns. So you’ve done all you can to bridge the learning gap with your professor, but you still see no improvement, or may even notice a delineation in the amount of information that you understand and retain after lectures. Unfortunately, once you’ve concluded that your professor cannot teach, this means that you have to increase your studying time outside of the classroom to compensate for what you’re not learning in class. First off, I recommend going through the class material independently. Use your
in-class notes and slideshows in addition to supplementary materials such as your textbook and Google to try and make sense of the content. To reduce the overall burden of cramming you’ll face before finals, I would devote time after each lecture to going through the material and organizing it in a cohesive fashion. Utilize the studying techniques that you know work best for you to keep track of information through flash cards, sticky notes or highlighters, or by making study notes. Once you’ve tried to sift through and understand the material, try convening in a study group with other classmates. Whether you study better on your own or with others, study groups are helpful for circulating ideas and the collective struggle provides an obscure sense of reassurance that you’re not in this alone. Once you’ve formed a study group, there are many tools available that are helpful for groups. Campus libraries offer study rooms which can be booked through the U of S library website. Not only do study
rooms provide a quiet bubble for you and your classmates to work in, but they have whiteboards and markers which are helpful for writing out ideas, formulas and equations. In addition, websites such as Google provide helpful applications for collaboration. If you create a Google Doc online and add everyone in your study group by email, everyone can add their own notes to the document that are accessible to anyone in the group. If neither independent nor group studying is effective for you, Student Learning Services offers structured study sessions for many introductory level courses, as well as one-on-one tutoring. If you find that you’re
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still doing poorly in class despite your efforts to succeed, there are other ways to speak out against your professor. End of term course evaluations provide the opportunity for you to unleash the frustration that has been building up throughout the entire semester. Alternatively, you can go directly to the dean of the specific college of the course you’re in and voice your grievances. While it is not certain whether or not disciplinary action will be taken, taking action ensures more promising results than being passive does. A bad professor doesn’t need to be the end of the world, and hopefully with these tips it won’t be!
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Throwing the book at textbooks TRAVIS HEBERT Everyday, University of Saskatchewan students leave the comfort of their homes and expose themselves to the dangers of the world, just to go to the textbook store to spend their money on exorbitantly high-priced ink paper. However, it doesn’t need to be this way. Every student knows that buying textbooks is a process that forcibly extracts what very little money still resides in our wallets and shoots it directly into a multimillion-dollar river of student fees. Regardless of whether textbooks are bought new or used, they amount to hundreds of dollars in expenses each semester, they depreciate quickly and they are often under-utilized as an expensive teaching tool. The commerce surrounding textbook sales is driven by a heartless, conniving publishing industry. In a way, the textbook industry manages to take the benefits of a free market economy away from
the consumer because the professor chooses what books are required, not the student. A select few publishers have a monopoly on the textbook industry, giving them the power to set the disproportionate standard of prices. An economic analysis of textbook prices compared to a similar analysis of student income and spending proves the relationship between the two to be inadequate. A 2015 American study showed that since 1978, the average cost of educational books has increased a whopping 812 per cent. This figure substantially exceeds the rising costs of medical expenses and the radical inflation of the real estate market. In relation, the Student Government Resource Center claims that over the last decade, textbook prices have increased at three times the rate of inflation, causing these learning accessories to be one of the most financially draining student fees. The profit from each textbook sale is unjustifiably
concentrated to the publisher. For example, if a textbook was purchased for the low price of $100, the publishers would receive approximately $80. Unnecessary updates and revisions saturate the mar-
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ket and degrade the value of used textbooks. Costly access codes completely eliminate the potential for a textbook to be reused by another student. It’s clear that some sort of policy initiative needs to be introduced to create a fairer market within the textbook industry. That said, an even simpler solution is to take advantage of human innovation
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and use the Internet under the basis of open textbooks. Open textbooks are similar to store bought textbooks, but are much more accessible because they’re published under an open license, providing a platform for textbooks to exist virtually. By removing the middle man and opening up the various ways to access required readings, students will be given a better chance to to save money and excel in school. Student groups need to continue promoting open textbooks across college campuses. Ending the stranglehold of greedriddled publishers should be among the top priorities for Canadian universities. However, until open textbooks inevitably become the norm, there are a few different common sense life hacks that students can take advantage of. Making secondhand purchases of anything is the greatest way to save money. Often times, making use of the “Buy/Sell Used Textbooks from the U of S” Facebook
group is one’s best bet on saving 50 per cent or more off the original purchase price. Alternatively, last semester, I took a class that had three fairly expensive required readings. I took the opportunity to form a study group resembling the cast of Community and split the $345 cost five ways. Of course, not buying a textbook at all is the easiest way to keep one’s wallet full. A quick review of ratemyprof. com prior to taking a class is the most straightforward way to save money. Former students will write reviews of the professor and the specific class and they’ll hopefully also note how important the texts are to the overall class experience. Take advantage of book buyback programs and take risks to avoid buying textbooks for now, but once you come to the realization that even buying secondhand textbooks costs too much, get angry and push for open textbooks and help make the college experience accessible and worthwhile for all.
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Better understanding the ASSU ZACH TENNENT
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While it serves the single largest college on campus, the Arts and Science Students’ Union could easily appear to operate in its own bubble. I spoke with the ASSU to get a better idea of what they do, what they’ll be doing this year and what they wish more students knew about them. Located in Arts 218 — at the top of the ramp in the Arts Building — the ASSU office is likely a familiar sight for arts and science students, even if they don’t know what exactly it is. As president Olya Stepanenko explained, the ASSU’s primary purpose is to serve the students. “We’re essentially here to represent students and give them the best experience they can have,” Stepanenko said. “We have an external committee that’s in charge of all our events. We have a
marketing committee and they give away little prizes or sundaes or hot chocolate. We have an internal committee. They’re in charge of student funding. About two-thirds of our entire budget is internal and we fund a lot of different campus groups in arts and science.” Part of the funding Stepanenko refers to is student travel funding, including not only academic trips but also extracurricular and work-related travels as well. In further detail, vice president of academic affairs Raquel Alvarado, explains her role on the ASSU and the benefits the group poses for students. “I attend academic misconduct meetings, I represent the union and I make sure that students are being treated properly in those situations,” Alvarado said. “Also we have a scholarship through the college that was about $2000, and now because we’ve opened it up to alumni donations, it will increasing by a few hundred dollars at least.”
Speaking from experience, the ASSU has always seemed to me like more of an exclusive club than an all-inclusive organization. However, this seems to be a reputation they recognize and are actively working to challenge. “I didn’t even know the ASSU existed when I first started school, which I think is something a lot of students have an issue with,” Stepanenko said. When it comes to combating this lack of visibility on
Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor Olya Stepanenko (left) and Raquel Alvarado (right).
campus, Alvarado speaks to the importance of engaging students who aren’t already involved in the ASSU — especially first-year students. “Our first-year committee is part of the external committee that plans events, but they’re also part of a group of people that are bringing in new students and telling them about the ASSU, but also planning events that don’t necessarily have to do with drinking or partying — events that have to do with meeting new people and getting away from studying for a bit,” Alvarado said. When asked about her goals for the year, Stepanenko seemed to have a single overarching objective. “My biggest goal is accessibility and transparency,” Stepanenko said. “We’re hosting elections from Sept. 12-16 because we have a vacant executive position, [vice president of external affairs,] and I want every student to be aware of it.” Voting is accessible to all arts and science students via the voting channel on
Paws. In addition to voting in the election, arts and science students who are looking to get more familiar with or more involved in the ASSU have a few opportunities in the early term, including the yearly Pizza With the Dean event. “You’ll get to meet Peta Bonham-Smith, who is the dean of arts and science, and the associate dean of students, Laurin Elias,” Stepanenko said. “We offer free pizza and it’ll be at 3:30 in Neatby-Timlin, [Arts 241]. All students are welcome to come and ask questions and see how everything works. Afterwards is our first council meeting.” Likewise, students are invited to stop in to Arts 218 at any time to get to know the ASSU and become more involved. “You’ll meet so many people who are interested in the same things and other people who will become your best friends,” Alvarado said. “I hope that new students will get that sense too and stop in.”
Bank account survives despite university education BODAN WOROBETZ Being a student won’t completely bankrupt you, but it’s still expensive as balls. However, there are countless ways to start squeezing the crap out of every penny and live the life of a financially fit student! 1. Textbooks: the beginning of a promising school year comes with the need for some shiny new textbooks for our shiny new classes. A great way to start out your year of student savings is to look for used or discounted textbooks as soon as possible. Simply open up your web browser and see what people are selling on Kijiji. As well, people often post their used textbooks for sale on Facebook. Heck, I’ve even gotten lucky at Value Village — finding books that is. Of course, as you already know, use common sense when purchasing secondhand items through online classified sites. Protect yourself and your hardearned cash. 2. Points cards: after sept 1, 2016
you’ve worked so hard to find those used textbooks, you’ll be hungry. So why not head over to your favourite grocer and — if you haven’t already done so — sign up for their awesome points card, or whatever it is they offer. Businesses in the grocery retail industry are always hungry for profits, and there’s a lot of grocery stores that offer many incentives for you to purchase their particular brand. So why not take advantage and start racking up points that you’ll be able to use at a later date to get free food? Something else worth mentioning is credit cards with additional point accumulation. There are lots of credit cards out there that offer additional point collection incentives and often don’t have an annual fee. Be warned though, if you’re not one who likes to stay on top of your finances, don’t hastily sign up for 14 different credit cards. The usual annual interest rate on any major student credit card is around 20 per cent. 3. Technology: let those microchips do the work for
you. Look for apps or websites that help categorize deals in one place, making it easier for you to save money. Saskatoonspecials. ca is a great app and web page that informs users of daily food and drink specials at restaurants all over the city. While dining out regularly isn’t going to save you cash, you do deserve a refreshing pint with friends after that ancient Egyptian archaeology midterm. 4. Coupons: use coupons! Ask for a University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union Survival Calendar from the USSU Information Centre, located in Upper Place Riel, or grab one in the Bowl during Welcome Week. These books are loaded with awesome coupons ranging from discounts on groceries to cheap pizza. While you’re at it, grab coupons wherever else you see them, whether they’re for discounts on groceries or cut-outs in flyers. 5. Eat ramen: ramen noodles are cheap and quick, plain and simple. If you want to save money, eat ramen. 6. Learn a new skill and
do it yourself: whether it be fixing, building, crafting, brewing or cooking, if you’re good at something, do it yourself! There’s often money to be saved by doing things yourself that you’d otherwise pay someone else to do for you. If you’re really adventurous, learn a new skill and take on a challenge. You’ll save money, feel satisfied and learn something new all at the same time. 7. Other tips: prepare a monthly budget to help keep your spending on track. This way, you’ll be less likely to run out of money mid-month. Ad-
ditionally, don’t buy stuff you don’t really need if your wallet’s telling you that you shouldn’t. Lastly, always keep an open mind about any other ways to save money, whether it involves buying secondhand, fighting for a better price on something or borrowing from someone else. These are only a few things to consider in order to save you money as a student. If you utilize these suggestions and combine them with your own clever ways to save, you’ll be that student whose bank account survives through a university education.
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OPINIONS
Campus community more than it’s cracked up to be
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Consider getting more involved on campus this year — what have you got to lose?
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College Drive & Bottomley
EMILY MIGCHELS Getting involved in campus culture might seem daunting or unnecessary, but there is hidden value for students to uncover in student groups and events. As the summer winds to a close, it’s time to bunker down and prepare to be locked back into the monotonous, fluorescent-lit hellscape of papers and textbooks and holier-than-thou professors spewing information you don’t quite understand, while simultaneously avoiding eye contact with each one of your peers on your regular route to class because it’s really hard to put yourself out there and meet new people. It’s hard to believe we’re paying for this experience, but does it really have to be this way? Of course not. Sure, it might never be the best time of your life, but if you’re really struggling to make the best of your time in university then I’ve got great news — everyone else is too. The solution is pretty simple, but it starts with a change in perspective. Repeat after me: campus is a community, not an institution. Think about it: we’re all working towards very similar things. Chances are you’re a student because somewhere along the line you decided you wanted to work towards something like a degree, and university is where you decided to do it. Call it what you will — and maybe I’m too easily influenced by Disney Channel original movies — but I am a firm believer that we’re all in this together. Once we know that we are, we’re all stars and we’ll make our dreams come true — or something like that. Not sure where to start? Look around you: all those posters plastered on bulletin boards by some random acronym of a student group are there to tell you about cool events that you might actually enjoy. If you have a
spare minute, stop by your college’s student union office — they are literally there to hang out with you and tell you about all the cool stuff going on. Participating in Welcome Week is also a great way to find your place among some 21,000 students. Every campus club is out and looking for fresh meat. Don’t be too scared, joining one might be the time of your life. Throughout the year, keep your eyes peeled — social media has become an essential tool in promoting events around campus. Chances are, you’ll see something in your news feed — choose to make a habit of fully reading the descriptions of these posts before scrolling past. If for no other reason, it’s good practice to become more mindful in your media consumption. If all else fails, and you still don’t know how to get into campus culture, just talk to the people around you. Sure, it can be intimidating, but just remember that we’re all in the same boat. There’s an old adage about wild animals that goes something like “They’re just as scared of you as you are of them.” Why not make that your mantra? There are tons of great people just wandering around — people with the same interests, passions and goals as you — so get out there and get to know them. This notion of campus community can be a major asset for students. There’s opportunity for personal growth and professional development. Sometimes there’s even free food. There’s a lot to learn from the people around you and there’s strength and solace in numbers. Dip your toes in the waters of active engagement and don’t be afraid to put in effort outside of classwork. There is always a payoff and you’ll get back what you put in, I promise. sept 1, 2016
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The University of Saskatchewan women’s basketball team in 1917.
A painting class in 1992.
University of Saskatchewan, University Archives & Special Collections , Photograph Collection, A-925
University of Saskatchewan, University Archives & Special Collections, Photograph Collection, A-12289
Construction of the Thorvaldson Building in 1924.
University of Saskatchewan, University Archives & Special Collections , Photograph Collection, A-231
Dedication of the Memorial Gates on campus in 1928.
The U of S men’s soccer team in 1939.
University of Saskatchewan, University Archives & Special Collections , Photograph Collection, A-529
University of Saskatchewan, University Archives & Special Collections , Photograph Collection, A-1060
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MEET THE SHEAF
MEET THE SHEAF STAFF Job I’d have if money didn’t matter: A motivational speaker. What is the last text message you sent? “You do you girl,” to my sister. Favourite late-night snack food: Kettle chips. Secret talent: Choreographing dance routines.
I know all the lyrics to: “Allstar” by Smashmouth. Biggest pet peeve: People being late when I am picking them up. Best hangover cure: Pasta & Netflix. What is the last thing you took a photo of on your phone? A screenshot of a Snapchat.
I know all the lyrics to: “Any Man of Mine,” by Shania Twain. Favourite movie: Paris, Texas. Best ice-cream flavour: Pistachio. I never go anywhere without: My phone. If I could trade places with anyone for one day: Blue Ivy, duh.
What is the last thing you bought? My girlfriend’s birthday present. Justin Trudeau or Barack Obama? Barack Obama — he’s better at public speaking. Secret talent: Computer stuff. Would you try skydiving? Yes — I would try anything. I show no fear.
Naomi Zurevinski, Editor-in-Chief Age: 22 The College of A & S, history, fifth year
Sophie Kokott, Outreach Director Age: 21 Edwards School of Business, marketing, fourth year
Laura Underwood, Layout Manager Age: 27 The College of A & S, psychology, fourth year
Nicholas Kindrachuk, Web Editor Age: 23 The College of A & S, computer science, second year.
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Jessica Klaassen-Wright, News Editor Age: 24 The College of A & S, English honours, fifth year
Brenden Palmer, Sports & Health Editor Age: 23 The College of A & S, second year
Bridget Morrison, Culture Editor Age: 20 The College of A & S, psychology, third year
Zach Tennent, Opinions Editor Age: 21 The College of A & S, history, fifth year
Cats or dogs? Definitely dogs. I am terribly afraid of: Losing the people I love. Weirdest thing I’ve ever eaten: Jellied sheep’s tongue in Ukraine. Number one travel destination: Montreal, Quebec. I never go anywhere without: Water.
Worst habit: Cracking my fingers and toes when I’m watching movies. Favourite late-night snack food: Doritos with melted shredded cheese. Best study spot on campus: Either the Education or Science Library because it’s really quiet. Favourite sport to watch: Either hockey or mixed martial arts. I know all the lyrics to: “Bust a Move” by Young MC. Netflix go-to: I usually watch Seinfeld, but that’s not on Netflix. Worst habit: Being annoyed by other people’s bad habits. Secret talent: I can wiggle my ears. This song describes my life: “Sk8er Boi” by Avril Lavigne. Justin Trudeau or Barack Obama? Obama. Best ice-cream flavour: Grape. This song describes my life: “The Stars Keep On Calling My Name” by Mac DeMarco. What is the last thing you took a photo of on your phone? The dumpster in my backyard.
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PAGESHEAF TYPE MEET THE Job I’d have if money didn’t matter: Casual novelist. I am terribly afraid of: Moths. If I could trade places with anyone for 1 day: Michelle Obama, because it would be cool to see the inner workings of the White House, but being the president would be stressful.
Jack Thompson, Staff Writer Age: 19 The College of A & S, second year
Larissa Kurz, Copy Editor Age: 22 The College of A & S, English, fifth year
Cats or dogs? Dogs. What is the last thing you bought? Books. Favourite movie: Monty Python and the Holy Grail. What is the last thing you took a photo of on your phone? My WiFi password. Average amount of cups of coffee you drink daily: Four, usually.
All photos by: Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor
Weirdest thing I’ve ever eaten: A moth. What is the last text message you sent? “Love you too.” Biggest pet peeve: People who don’t close their mouth when they eat. Best hangover cure: Marijuana. Sometimes I want to quit school and move to: New Zealand.
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Jeremy Britz, Photo Editor Age: 27 The College of A & S, fine arts, fourth year
Lesia Karalash, Graphics Editor Age: 22 The College of A & S, fine arts, third year www.thesheaf.com
What is the last thing you bought? A bottle of wine. Netflix go-to: Stranger Things. Restaurant we should have on campus: Booster Juice or a burrito place or a pie place. Reality TV show I’d go on: Survivor, obviously. Soon to be famous for: A pie eating contest.
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DISTRACTIONS campus chat
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What class are you most dreading?
Student trying to crowdfund textbooks — seriously?
“Math.”
Chelsea Hubble
A local student is attempting to get out of paying for her textbooks like the rest of us by setting up a Go Fund Me page to raise donations. Understandably, she has earned scorn from classmates and greater society. “I don’t see what the big deal is,” third-year marketing student Alyssa Saunders
told the Sheaf. “I got the idea from a class I took last semester and I really thought this would be a really fantastic opportunity. This is the way of the future and I’m just trying to be ahead of the curve.” However, others remain skeptical. “What, she thinks that
she’s better than the rest of us? I’ve got books to buy too — you don’t see me begging like a bum on the Internet,” said classmate Kendall LeFlore. Even Saunders’ former professor is unsure of the logic. “I mean, you kickstart a business with crowdsourc-
ing. You don’t use it to cheat your classmates and exploit well-meaning fools with disposable income and a guilty conscience,” Ronald Berk said. At the time of print, Saunders has reached 0 per cent of her $476 goal with six days remaining in her campaign.
photo of the week
“Commerce.”
Ben Haubrich
“Calculus.” Aaron Bagay
“Math.”
Jeremy Britz / Photo Editor
McKayla Krouse
My first day of classes New fall course offerMy first day of Welcome Week can only be described as totally ________! First off, I couldn’t believe there was adjective
a(n) ______ in the beer gardens this year. I _______ right past tense verb
noun
over to it because the line was so ________ that I wanted adjective
to get a head start. Later, I drank a little too much
ings at the U of S Kinesiology 497: Remedial gym History 332: Substitute teaching Physics 146: Intro to SIAST
_______, so I decided I had to have something to eat.
Biology 227: Germs and such
The only two food trucks without lineups were the one
Architecture 120: Shingling
selling ____ and the one right next to the ____, so I went
Psychology 232: Nutjobs
with the latter. Then I walked over to the stage where
Math 423: Advanced subtraction
____ was performing — I couldn’t believe we were able
Commerce 101: Mixology
to book them! All in all, it was a ____ day and I can’t wait
Philosophy 324: Existentialism for dummies
to go back to the Bowl for more ____ tomorrow.
Geology 181: Earth and its shape
beverage
food
noun
artist/group
adjective noun
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WELCOME WEEK
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Forget the car - get active! Free Bike Tune-Ups, Information Booths, and Used Bike Sale will be located outside between Arts and Thorvaldson from10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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