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Undergraduate Students’ Union moves towards another renovation University Students’ Council unanimously votes to upgrade the Memorial Union Building and Place Riel.

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On Oct.12, at the University Students’ Council meeting, representatives from Strata Development were invited to discuss possible renovations to the Memorial Union Building and Place Riel Student Centre, which were then voted on and approved.

Due to its proximity to the university transit terminal, Place Riel has inadvertently become a transit stop for students, but with the upgrades, it will also become a space for collaborative work. The MUB renovations will focus on revitalizing the building and both stairwells. The projects will likely take place in the late fall or winter of 2017.

Aidan Murphy, a fourth-year political studies student and member of Students’ Council representing the College of Arts and Science, discusses the benefits that upgrading Place Riel could have for student life.

“I know for myself, there’s limited space right now where we can have a community atmosphere while we’re studying [and] while we’re working. I think that there’s a lot of wasted space right now in Upper Place Riel,” Murphy said.

Both the MUB and Place Riel are University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union buildings, which are maintained and paid for by the infrastructure fund collected from student fees. Strata has presented

a renovation plan that focuses on creating an atmosphere for collaborative work or studying for students.

The renovation project will replace the furniture in Upper Place Riel with more comfortable seating and tall work tables. As for the MUB, the proposed renovations mainly target the back stairwell, which currently does not meet safety requirements, and the fireplace in Louis’ Loft.

Strata, which has worked with the university in the past, showcased their floorplans to the USC and discussed the budget and efficiency of the project, while also mentioning the sustainable aspects of the renovation. Murphy explains that he will actively try to get students involved in these projects with design choices and consultation.

“I want this to be as open to students’ ideas as possible.

I definitely think this is beneficial, this is important, [and] this is sustainable for students and for everyone in the campus community,” Murphy said.

During the USC meeting, student councillors raised concerns about the chosen time frame for renovations, as students, staff and faculty need access to these buildings. Caroline Cottrell, general manager of the USSU, assured council that Stata will be replacing the flooring on the main level of the MUB during the academic breaks or in stages so as not to displace any students.

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this point is to try and make sure that the MUB doesn’t close while we have people around who need to be in it.

The linchpin of the project is the floor, and we have asked if they can do the floor over the Christmas break, and they have said ‘Yes.’ Once that floor is done, then the rest of the pieces can be staged. We will do this project with as little disruption to students [as possible],” Cottrell said.

Another concern discussed by the USC was whether or not the upgrades will be feasible within the infrastructure fund’s budget. Murphy believes that the USSU should go through with the projects and that the budget will cover the costs.

“We have our infrastructure fund, and then we have our regular budget, and within the terms of the infrastructure fund, … from my understanding [from] people who are on the budget and finance committee, this is absolutely within the budget,” Murphy said.

The grand total of the preliminary budget for the renovations and upgrades is projected to be $457,280. Cottrell explains that the preliminary renovation budget has a line for any contingencies and that there is room in the infrastructure fund for this project.

“Financially, this is elementally affordable, and [the budget] still maintains a very healthy and significant reserve against the future.”

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ICT events boost student awareness on cyber security Cyber security is more important than ever, as technology is increasingly incorporated into students’ lives.

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While few may worry about cyber security, the recent suspected hack into the grade database at the University of Regina is a reminder that post-secondary institutions are not impervious to security threats.

The suspected hack was found because of irregularities in the grade database system. To prevent issues like this from occurring at the University of Saskatchewan, Information and Communication Technology Services and Support will be teaching students how to avoid any data issues through informative events.

The month of October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, which is dedicated to bringing attention to the threat of online data theft. Jon Coller, chief information security officer at the U of S, explains that the goal of CSAM is to inform the public of the importance of actively keeping their data secure and to give people the skills to protect their information.

“CSAM is a national awareness month focused on cyber security both [at] the workplace and at home,” Coller said. “[It’s about] what type of activity puts individuals at risk, and what individuals can and should be doing in their daily lives to protect themselves.

Really, it’s about getting the information out to individuals for what their responsibilities are.”

The two upcoming events will focus on cyber security in post-secondary institutions. The first is a panel on cyber security at the U of S and the technological changes in the world that we need to respond to, which will take place at 2 p.m. on Oct. 20 in the Neatby-Timlin Theatre.

The second event is a 15-to-20minute interactive Mobile Escape Room, which will be held in the Bowl on Oct. 25. Interested students can register online on the Usask website.

Coller believes this event will be a good way to engage students in an often grim subject.

Jason Goertzen, a third-year computer science student, explains that cyber security, like standard household security systems, protects any valuable information that you have, like health data and banking information. Goertzen believes that protecting this information is important for students.

“You don’t want people accessing private information, because your data is important. You wouldn’t want someone

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rummaging around through your car, … your house or your doctor’s office, so the reason why you should care is because you have important information, whether you realize it or not, that shouldn’t just be out there,” Goertzen said.

Students may not know what they can do to protect their personal information, so Goertzen shares his number one tip on how students can keep their data secure.

“The most important thing you can do is to make sure your computer is running the most recent versions. Always make sure your stuff is up to date and make sure your applications are up to date, too. Yeah, it’s annoying, but it’s also important,” Goertzen said.

Goertzen also suggests that students make sure they don’t use the same password for everything, and that they do not download programs, such as Adobe Photoshop or Microsoft Office, from torrents on the internet.

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U of R is a reminder that all postsecondary schools could experience this, and it is important for students to be aware of that, as Goertzen explains.

“You have all these users who are also accessing the network, and if they aren’t updating their stuff, then someone can break into the network via them,” Goertzen said. “The main goal of a lot of attackers is to find and get access to that one weak point and use it to get into the grade server.”

Coller states that the U of S has extra protection put in place to avoid security breaches like the one that took place at the U of R and to keep their servers’ data secure.

“There are some items in our general administrative process that help us protect against grade changing. We do have additional levels of oversight any time marks are submitted. We have been slowly increasing our password requirements to make sure people aren’t using old or weak passwords,” Coller said.

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ing may cause paranoia. But, Goertzen reassures students that, as long as they are aware of the steps they can take to protect themselves, there is no need to be worried.

“A beautiful thing about the internet is that you’re just a little blip, and you have to give people a reason to go for you, so as long as your operating system is up to date, you’re probably not worth the effort of someone attacking you,” Goertzen said.

Every student uses technology in their everyday life, so they should all be aware of cyber security, and Coller believes that the events coming up are a great way to learn more.

“Everything we’re doing is occurring online, so the risks are far more real than they’ve ever been,” Coller said.

“The risks to your data, the risks to your reputation and the risks to your finances are real, and they’re dramatic. Knowing what you can do to protect yourself should be [a] basic life [skill] for every student.”

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Community garden connects students to Indigenous knowledge.

Participants in the McEown Park community garden came together on Oct. 14 at the Graduate House lounge for a Cross-Cultural Garden Harvest Potluck, in celebration of their seasonal work and to reflect on the importance of the community garden in their lives.

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The gathering welcomed Randy Morin, an Indigenous poet and activist, to address the value of sharing and the significance of harvest to the Indigenous worldview.

Throughout the season, organizers of the community garden have planned several events and workshops focused on helping participants develop their understanding of Indigenous knowledge.

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Paromita Sengupta, a third-year computer science student and participant in the community garden, explains what she learned from these special events, which have impacted her outlook on gardening.

“From a workshop by an Aboriginal knowledge holder, Dion Tootoosis, … organized by the McEown community garden, I learned how life can be linked up with plants [that] originate from a single root. They are no different than [humans],” Sengupta said, in an email to the Sheaf.

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Jebunnessa Chapola, a third-year women’s and gender studies PhD student and cultural co-ordinator of the community garden, believes that the community garden is a space to learn about decolonization. She emphasizes the importance of sharing land as opposed to owning land, a fundamental concept for the community garden.

The garden has now been discontinued for the fall, but the application process for plots will open again in April for any student living in the residence buildings in McEown Park.

Protective Services briefs*

Suspicious phone call: An individual received a suspicious phone call from someone soliciting money by claiming to be a student. The caller soon hung up the phone after receiving some information. Protective Services reminds the public that donations should be given through the university due to security concerns. The University Relations office can be contacted at 1-800-699-1907.

Bat bite: The Royal University Hospital Emergency Department contacted Protective Services to report that an individual had been bitten by a bat while in the Bowl over the weekend of Oct. 7 to 8. The bat was unwell, was laying on the ground and bit the person’s hand when they attempted to move it to safety.

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Vagrants on campus: Protective Services located a sleeping person in the Graduate House residence and another sleeping individual in the Arts Building on Oct. 9. One individual — in possession of a stolen laptop taken from campus — was arrested, while the other individual was escorted off campus for trespassing.

Vandalism at residence: Eggs were thrown at the Aspen Hall ground-floor windows twice on Oct. 9. Protective Services is investigating the incident and reviewing the surveillance footage of the vehicle and individuals involved. Protective Services encourages anyone with information to contact them at 306-966-5555.

Coyote on campus: There were three coyote sightings on campus on Oct. 14 and 15, near the Law Building and the Little Stone Schoolhouse. Animal control officers have identified the animal as a non-threat, as it has remained unaggressive. *Briefs provided by Campus Protective Services.

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Fitness class review: Zumba This week, I continued my series of fitness class reviews, choosing to try Zumba for myself.

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Zumba has garnered a intensely popular following and is one of the classes that always seems to fill up quickly. Going into the class, the only thing I knew about Zumba was that it is an aerobic-dance exercise of some sort.

After being overwhelmed by spin in the last iteration of this series, I was apprehensive at the thought of another cardio-based class. This feeling continued when the the instructor walked in — a picture of intensity and fitness — wearing a Zumba-brand T-shirt.

However, this apprehension was quickly quelled the moment the instructor introduced herself and stated that her only rule was “no sitting.” Other than that, each participant was free to take the course at their own speed.

After subduing my anxiety, the instructor started us off with a Halloween-themed warm-up. As a complete sucker for anything Halloween, I was pretty excited to get started. As I quickly found out, Zumba is essentially a series of aerobic exercises done to music. Unlike the music used in spin, however, the music for Zumba is unmodified.

As we finished our spooky warm-up set to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” I found myself having way more fun than I thought I would. The choreography was not demonstrated or explained thoroughly, and while that may sound intimidating, it was still a fairly approachable class for a number of reasons.

Firstly, many of the other participants weren’t experts in the choreography, and while some were better practiced, this did not make those without the same experience stand out.

Secondly, all of the moves switched at a fairly rapid pace, so if a certain move gave you trouble, you could be reassured that you wouldn’t have to struggle for long.

Thirdly, even when done perfectly Zumba still looks a little absurd, making it easy to feel comfortable — even if you’re the worst in the class, everyone looks a little weird.

Not only was the class welcoming, but it was also incredibly fun. As pop tunes played over the speakers, I danced around in circles, doing my best to follow the instructor.

At the end, the instructor split the room in half to do a sort of mock dance battle — the icing on the cake for this enjoyable exercise class. Overall, I would recommend the Zumba fitness class to anyone who likes to have fun with their workout.

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Adapted from gimmesomeoven.com Serves 4-6 Time: 25 minutes 1 lb. ground beef or turkey 1 small white onion, diced 3 (15 oz.) cans diced tomatoes 2 (15 oz.) cans beans, drained (black beans, kidney beans, a combo or whatever you like) 2 tbsp. chili powder Optional: 2 tbsp. olive oil (if using ground turkey) Additional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped green onions, sour cream, cilantro, sliced avocado, etc.

1. In a large stockpot, cook ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat until browned, stirring frequently. If using ground turkey, you may need to heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the stockpot beforehand. Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked beef or turkey to a separate plate and set aside.

2. Reserve 1 tablespoon of grease in stockpot, and discard the rest. If using ground turkey, you may need to add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Then, add the diced onion to the stockpot and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until soft.

3. Add remaining ingredients to the stockpot along with the reserved beef or turkey, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil.

Then, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with additional toppings if desired, or store in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

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Slow-cooker instructions: You can also make this chili in a slow cooker. Before adding the meat to your slow cooker, brown it on the stovetop and drain it. Then, slow cook the chili on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.

Late comeback attempt falls short as Huskies lose to Thunderbirds Huskies lose their fourth straight game in a heartbreaking fashion, dropping to 2-4 in the 2017 football season.

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On Blackout night at Griffiths Stadium, the Huskies 2017 football campaign managed to take another turn for the worse.

The University of British Columbia Thunderbirds travelled to Saskatoon and snuck away with a 29-25 victory over the Huskies.

While the annual halftime fireworks show was explosive, the Huskies offence failed to provide many fireworks of their own throughout the first three quarters. A sluggish start dug the group into an early hole, and they entered the fourth quarter trailing 23-2.

However, the Huskies managed to gain momentum late in the game, as quarterback Kyle Siemens threw for three touch-

downs in the fourth quarter.

Despite a valiant comeback effort, the Huskies dropped their fourth straight game and now stand at 2-4 with only two regular-season games remaining.

The loss was a tough one for the Huskies and came with its fair share of controversy. Kyle Siemens found Chad Braun wide open for a 33-yard touchdown with just seconds left in the game, which sent the crowd abuzz. However, the celebration was short-lived. The play was called back due to a penalty on Yol Piok for illegal blocking downfield.

The touchdown would have put the Dogs up 31-29, sealing their victory. The penalty on Piok was a heartbreaking end to a frustrating game for the Huskies, in a contest where they had struggled to get any-

thing going throughout the first 45 minutes of action.

The Huskies were unsuccessful in establishing a ground game, despite starting running back Tyler Chow returning to the Huskies lineup, as the team only managed 54 rushing yards. Fellow running back Colton Klassen exited the game early and was seen on the sidelines with crutches. Klassen has filled in admirably for Chow over the past couple of games, and the severity of his injury will be a situation to monitor.

On the defensive side of the football, third-year Huskies linebacker Ben Whiting made his presence felt as he returned to the field after missing the previous two games due to injury.

Whiting got back to business early with seven tackles,

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including one for a loss, and managed to add a forced fumble. Whiting and company will need to work out the kinks on the defence as the group has now allowed at least 500 yards of total offence in four consecutive games.

The Huskies are still clinging onto the fourth and final post-season spot, but the last two weeks of the regular season will see matchups against the Alberta Golden Bears and the Manitoba Bisons. The Bears and Bisons are trailing the Huskies in the standings with matching records of 1-5, and both teams

will be playing some pretty desperate football as they chase after their post-season dreams.

A loss for the Huskies in either of the next two games will put the team in danger of failing to qualify for the post-season.

The program hasn’t come up short of the playoffs since 2000, and missing out on the big dance would be a disappointing start to the Scott Flory era at the University of Saskatchewan.

The Huskies will return home on Oct. 28 to take on the Bisons on Fan Appreciation Night in what will likely be a must-win game for the team.

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Huskies soccer teams well positioned heading into playoffs

From Oct. 13-15, the men’s and women’s soccer teams at the University of Saskatchewan each played two away games.

The weekend rang in the end of the season for the men’s Huskies, but the women’s Huskies still have two more games left.

In the first men’s soccer game, against the Calgary Dinos, they came out with a 3-0 loss. Their second game was against the Mount Royal Cougars, ending in a 1-1 tie. The first game of the weekend for the women’s team was against the Fraser Valley Cascades, where they tied 2-2. In the second women’s game, against the Trinity Western Spartans, they were handed a 5-0 loss.

After the weekend, the men’s soccer team is ranked 7-5-2 for the season and second in the Prairie Division. The women’s soccer team is sitting at 5-3-4 and third place in the division.

Both teams have clinched a playoff spot.

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fect, in that we have lost some games that we would have liked to have won, but we have managed to react very positively to adversity and have been on a positive trajectory of getting better with each game,” Barandica-Hamilton said. “We are content with where we are at, currently, and are excited with the growth that our young team has [shown] over the season.”

Barandica-Hamilton explains that, going into the last few weekends before playoffs, the team is still improving as the season progresses.

“The exciting part with this group is that we have been consistent with our growth and have strived to get better after each game, which I do believe we have done,” Barandica-Hamilton said.

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Going into the weekend, Bryce Chapman, head coach of the men’s team, was confident in their standing.

“So far, the season’s been quite positive. I would say we’ve put ourselves in a good spot heading into the last weekend of [the] regular season,” Chapman said.

The men’s soccer team has done well over the 2017 season, and Chapman believes they are well positioned as they head into playoffs after their last weekend of the regular season.

“Every week is a challenge in Canada West. It’s one of the strongest divisions in the country. We had a young group this year, with a lot of first-years, so they’re going through a learning process [as to] how to compete in Canada West,” Chapman said.

As for the women’s team, Head Coach Jerson Barandica-Hamilton believes the team could have done better, but they are happy with where they stand in the division.

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As the Huskies’ soccer season draws to a close, the men’s team is sitting in second place, and the women’s team is third in their division.

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“We have been a very attacking-minded team, so now it’s important that we capitalize on all the chances we have created and that we also buckle down defensively, as the line between success and failure becomes very fine during playoffs,” Barandica-

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“We will continue to work hard in training and strive to be focused on the process rather than the end goal, to keep us focused on where we want to be come November.”

After the past weekend, the men’s team has finished their regular season, and the Canada West men’s soccer playoffs will start on Oct. 28. For the women’s team, after their two remaining games, the Canada West women’s soccer playoffs will begin Oct. 27.

With the men’s team at second and women’s at third in the Prairie Division, both teams are looking good as they come to the end of the regular season and head into playoffs.

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Exercise and nutrition: It’s all about the protein Protein is an essential part of any diet, but how can it fit into weight loss?

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ting enough high-quality protein — along with sufficient physical activity — is important for improving health.

Those wanting to make a significant change to their health may need assistance from a professional, such as a dietitian or fitness trainer, to guide them through proper exercise and healthy nutrition.

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contains the essential amino acids required to generate certain proteins that are needed for muscle and tissue growth, those who eat a well-balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes and nuts will easily reach their protein goals while consuming enough amino acids.

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Nutrition combined with exercise is vital to achieving performance- and body-composition-related goals. Studies have shown that simply working out is not a significant way to lose body fat, but that dieting or a combination of diet and exercise can be the best method.

A 2013 study shows that simply eating less calories may not be an effective way to lose body fat as it can also result in a significant decrease in muscle mass.

However, a caloric-deficit diet that includes a high percentage of lean protein allows the body to retain more muscle mass while still losing body fat.

Further, high-protein diets leave you feeling more full on less calories. Protein requires more energy for the body to break down than fats and carbohydrates, which causes some of the calories to burn off during digestion and also can cause individuals to eat less overall.

So, how does one know how much protein to consume per day? Health Canada says that the minimum protein requirement for most adults is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight — or 0.36 grams per pound. For a 70-kilogram — about 154-lb — person that’s 56 grams a day. However, this has been found to be insufficient for athletes and those looking to lose body fat while maintaining muscle mass. The number may also be not enough for elderly populations who are at risk of losing muscle tissue rapidly.

While the long-term health bene-

fits of high-protein diets are unknown, some studies debate the effects of animal protein on bone health and caution its intake for those with kidney problems.

The benefits of muscle growth and fat loss cap off at intakes above 2-3 grams per kilogram of body weight a day.

A good range for active individuals, and those wanting to lose body fat and preserve muscle, is to consume between 1-1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of their body weight, or 0.45-0.68 grams per pound. Some individuals who are very active may do well consuming up to 2.2 grams per kilogram or 1 gram per pound.

Now that you have an idea of how much protein is optimal, how can you go about getting that much into your diet? If you eat healthily and choose high-protein foods at each meal and snack, hitting protein targets is quite easy, as the average daily intake for U.S. Americans is 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight for most people. However, not all of us are eating well-balanced meals all the time.

This is where protein supplementation can be helpful. Protein powders are supplements that contain high levels of concentrated protein as their main ingredient.

The source of protein in such powders can come from a variety of places, such as whey, casein, brown rice, peas or hemp. However, protein supplements should not stand in for whole foods, which contain all the essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need.

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“By wearing it strongly, you put yourself into this one box, and there’s the danger that you’re going to just become ‘the queer one.’”

“On campus, I’ve never felt like I had to hide that I was queer. It was always the place where I didn’t have to — there’s queers everywhere.”

Joshua Brand, philosophy

“There’s always that nagging [background] voice that’s questioning, ‘Are you presenting [as] overly masculine because you’re still trying to overcome interior homophobia? Are you just presenting this way, because you’re trying to avoid being questioned?’”

Burt Bixley, political studies

In our lives, as we move through different spheres, we wear different parts of ourselves in different ways. Sometimes, you have to be professional, sometimes you have to be studious, and sometimes you have to wear a sweater to your grandmother’s house and pretend you like it.

Most of the time, it’s relatively simple to navigate our multifaceted identities through our various professional, academic, social and creative lives. When parts of our identities are more difficult to separate and don’t quite fit into all of these life categories smoothly, things get — to say the least — a little more difficult.

Queerness, as we know and interact with it in society today, still exists as one of those identity facets that no one is quite sure how to manoeuvre through the many different roles we play as individuals.

What does it mean to be a queer academic? Do our queer identities still impede us in classrooms? Do we wear our sexuality in different ways to adapt to a norm?

We live in a rapidly changing world. Social and political change is happening all around us, and often — at least in our immediate environment — that rapid change facilitates positive progress for queer issues. It’s easier to be queer than ever before, but we’ve got a long way to go.

More and more, it is becoming especially apparent that there are aspects of academia lagging behind in this progress. There are gaps in queer perspectives across disciplines, and queer people still feel ostracized or unsure in the spaces where they should feel the most confident.

We can start to solve these issues with more qualitative analyses of individuals’ experiences. Simply put, we need to keep talking about our experiences, and we need to keep building safe environments for others to do so as well.

By speaking with a handful of LGBTQ+ students at the University of Saskatchewan

Meg Land, education

People are Identity is difficult — there’s no single prescribed way to go about any of it, but there is incomparable value in sharing. about the issues of identity performance and presentation on campus, I was privileged to hear a number of opinions formed by individual experiences.

Emily Klatt, a fourth-year English student, identifies as bisexual and most often feels comfortable presenting herself in a conventionally feminine way.

“It’s really important for me to recognize that I have a lot of privilege — my queerness is palatable to society — I have the ability to come out safely and to talk about being queer without fearing for my own safety,” Klatt said.

Though she has not experienced direct negative feedback or negative encounters regarding her sexuality within the academic setting, she notices that class material does not afford the same safety and comfort to other individuals.

“Very rarely, [in academic material], is there inclusion about trans people or fluid sexuality — something different than just gay or straight — and I think that lack of repre-

“It’s important to bring forth those kinds of perspectives, because maybe they weren’t explored previously.”

Olenka Kawchuk, archaeology

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sentation does make it harder to feel like you aren’t an outlier,” Klatt said.

Pride Centre Co-ordinator Kenny Starling feels awkward when they have to explain their identity perspective.

“Most classes are very hetero-normative or very cis-normative, so being like, ‘Actually there’s another viewpoint,’ can be very uncomfortable,” Starling said.

Olenka Kawchuk, a third-year archaeology student, is not usually outspoken about her sexual and gender identity, but she believes that there is always a way to integrate queer perspectives across disciplines.

“It’s important to bring forth those kinds of perspectives, because maybe they weren’t explored previously, even though gendernonconforming people or queer people have existed since forever,” Kawchuk said.

Jeremy Storring, a first-year psychology student, doesn’t notice any direct barriers to his academic success as a result of his sexuality, and feels that sexual identity is something

“The fact that queer issues can’t always be talked about in academia, or aren’t taken seriously in academia, isn’t even just a problem for queer people but for everybody.”

Christian Pollock, political studies

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“I’m not really wearing [my sexuality] in academia — I don’t think it’s not important — but I don’t think it’s too much of a big deal. You should be yourself and be happy.”

“Most classes are very hetero-normative or very cis-normative so being like, ‘Actually there’s another viewpoint,’ can be very uncomfortable.”

Kenny Starling, Pride Centre Co-ordinator

an individual should decide on their own to show or not show.

“I’m not really wearing [my sexuality] in academia — I don’t think it’s not important, but I don’t think it’s too much of a big deal. You should be yourself and be happy,” Storring said.

Meg Land, a student in the College of Education, has struggled to feel valid in her queer identity but marks campus culture as integral to her present self-assuredness.

“On campus, I’ve never felt like I had to hide that I was queer. It was always the place where I didn’t have to — there [are] queers everywhere,” Land said.

Christian Pollock, a fourth-year political studies student, worries that being more outright with his sexual identity might limit his ability to be taken seriously as an academic.

“I feel like I couldn’t do research on queer theory or queer issues, because then my identity could come into question, and

“There’s so many things about myself that are underrepresented in academia, I’m queer, I’m brown, I own a vagina.”

Ana Sylvester, arts and science

“My queerness is palatable to society — I have the ability to come out safely and to talk about being queer without fearing for my own safety.”

Emily Klatt, English

“You shouldn’t have to tone yourself down, and you shouldn’t have to censor how you speak in classrooms or hide your identity.”

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speak up in a 300-person class?” Sylvester said.

Burt Bixley*, a fourth-year political studies student, identifies as a gay man. He doesn’t always speak up in class and is fortunate for his ability to choose not to.

“I have a little bit of extra privilege — I can thread the needle, per say. When there are issues that are particularly contentious, I don’t have to participate. There’s no social pressure to contribute,” Bixley said.

However, Bixley wonders if his physical means of expression may have emerged as a means of self-defense.

“With the way that I present, there’s always that nagging [background] voice that’s questioning, ‘Are you presenting [as] overly masculine, because you’re still trying to overcome interior homophobia? Are you just presenting this way, because you’re trying to avoid being questioned?’” Bixley said.

Joshua Brand, a fourth-year philosophy student, disconnects his queer identity from his academic one.

“By wearing it strongly, you put yourself into this one box, and there’s the danger that you’re going to just become ‘the queer one’ — it’s necessary, because it needs to be introduced, but it shouldn’t be the end goal,” Brand said.

All of these people make pretty good points. Sometimes, it’s dangerous to wear your identity, and sometimes, you just don’t feel like bearing its weight.

There continues to exist a series of systemic barriers and stigmas surrounding sexual and gender identities and the way individuals choose to express themselves — but maybe, as we keep talking, we’ll start to open some more closed doors. *To respect the privacy of the individual interviewed, his name has been changed.

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there [are] all those consequences that come from that,” Pollock said.

Pollock feels that this limitation on LGBTQ+ individuals is not beneficial to social development.

“The fact that queer issues can’t always be talked about in academia, or aren’t taken seriously in academia, isn’t even just a problem for queer people but for everybody — because then none of us can talk about it, and none of us can be taken seriously,” Pollock said.

Bailey Christopherson, a fourth-year English student, is comfortable being a queer academic and is creative with her gender expression but recently dropped a class with a professor who she felt did not respect her identity.

“Yes, [classes are] more professional, but I don’t think that means you have to be a different person than what you are — you shouldn’t have to tone yourself down, and you shouldn’t have to censor how you speak in classrooms or hide your identity,” Christopherson said.

Ana Sylvester, a student in the College of Arts and Science, lends their identity to class discussion often, because they feel a need to speak up.

“There [are] so many things about myself that are under-represented in academia — I’m queer, I’m brown, I own a vagina — so I talk about those things about myself all the time, because someone has to,” Sylvester said.

Sylvester feels power in their ability to be outspoken, but they find themselves tokenized in classes.

“People want to ask you all of these questions that Google and academic articles exist for — I get that it’s nice to have a first-hand experience, but at the same time, how long do I have to be the only person to

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HOLLOW OAX WITH KING BUZZARD AND RAEBURN @ VANGELIS, 8:00 P.M.

QUEER NIGHT @ USSU PRIDE CENTRE, 6:30 P.M.

PEACH PIT WITH ANDREW PHALEN, KIRBY CRIDDLE AND HATTIE @ AMIGOS, 10:00 P.M. THE DEEP DARK WOODS @ BROADWAY THEATRE, 8:00 P.M.

MARTHA WAINWRIGHT @ BROADWAY THEATRE, 8:00 P.M. THE CLASSY CHASSYS WITH THE VIDOS AND THE BUZZARDLINE @ AMIGOS, 10:00 P.M.

THE WILLOWS @ THE BASSMENT, 8:00 P.M.

BEND SINISTER WITH BAND OF RASCALS AND JOHNNY DON’T @ THE CAPITOL, 8:00 P.M.

Dave Stobbe / Supplied Girl in the Goldfish Bowl examines loss of innocence and the movement from childhood to adulthood.

Greystone Theatre presents Girl in the Goldfish Bowl Don’t miss Greystone Theatre’s latest production if you enjoy dark comedy and good acting.

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NATION BUILDING: RECLAIMING INDIGENOUS LAWS AND INCREASING FOUNDATIONAL CAPACITY @ DIEFENBAKER CENTRE, 1:30 P.M.

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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP @ 105 MEMORIAL UNION BUILDING, 7:30 P.M.

TOONIE TUESDAY @ LOUIS’ PUB, 7:00 P.M.

AHI @ THE BASSMENT, 8:00 P.M. BIRTH OF A FAMILY, A DOCUMENTARY

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WING WEDNESDAY @ LOUIS’ PUB, 5:00 P.M.

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Girl in the Goldfish Bowl is the latest Greystone Theatre production, and it’s not one that you want to miss, as it brings a mixture of comedy, existentialism and a touch of history to the stage.

The play is a heart-wrenching story that follows a ten-year-old girl named Iris who is trying to navigate the world after her goldfish, Amahl — who Iris believes is responsible for holding her parents’ marriage together — suddenly dies.

When Iris finds a drifter on the beach, who she believes is the reincarnated soul of her departed goldfish, she brings him back to the house with her. But, what will happen when things don’t work out at home for Iris and the drifter?

Written by Canadian playwright Morris Panych, Girl in the Goldfish Bowl won the Governor General’s Award in 2003. For Natasha Martina — the director of the production — Panych’s writing examines the darker side of life through the lens of comedy. “[Panych] is considered an existentialist playwright, because he loves to look at the human psyche and see what makes us tick, and that’s where he tries to draw humour in,” Martina said.

“We all have aspects of ourselves that are really ornate and different, so he kind of looks at those things.”

The play takes the audience through a sometimes funny and sometimes heartbreaking journey. Perhaps the most striking fact is that the play makes you think about when you stopped being a child.

“One of the questions I asked my actors was, ‘Can you remember the time in your life where you were no longer a child? Was there an in-

stance in life where it changed for you?’ And for Iris, it’s [in] witnessing of the crumbling of her parents’ marriage that she begins to recognize that she’s losing the innocence of childhood,” Martina said.

The play takes place in the 1960s around the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the set props reflect that, down to the old magazines stored on the side table. The set design, done by Taegan O’Bertos, a fourth-year fine arts student, is a stunning spectacle, held together by these minute details.

The actors, who are all bachelor’s of fine arts students at the University of Saskatchewan, depict the characters beautifully, quirks and all — a dynamic that produces an ominous feeling after things do not work out the way Iris plans.

“The characters are bigger than life characters, and I think that they’re very unique, eccentric, and the dynamics of the family [are] very interesting as well,” Martina said.

If you enjoy witty humour, existentialism and strangely quirky characters, then Girl in the Goldfish Bowl is the play for you. For Martina, it’s these themes that represent what it is to be human.

“It’s a very charming play, it’s a very funny play, [and] it’s a very witty play. A lot of the humour is done through sophisticated wit, and it’s a touching play,” Martina said. “It deals with themes of love and loss and hope and the quest for something more. It’s told through the eyes of a ten-year-old, at that moment where she recognizes … the turning point from when you go from childhood to adulthood.”

Girl in the Goldfish Bowl is showing in the John Mitchell Building until Oct. 21. Tickets are $17 for students and can be purchased at the Greystone Theatre website or at reception in the John Mitchell Building.

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A beginner’s guide to eating vegan in the City of Bridges

Are you a long-time vegan who is new to Saskatoon? Are you interested in your options for plant-based eating? Or, are you unsure what being vegan actually means? The Sheaf is here to help.

Eating vegan means excluding all forms of animal products from your diet. This includes — but is not limited to — all meat products and animal-based derivatives such as dairy, eggs, honey and gelatin. You might imagine that this is a tricky thing, but it doesn’t have to be.

Being vegan on campus is a breeze. First, head to the Marquis Culinary Centre, where breakfast has a variety of vegan-friendly items including oatmeal, cold cereals and fruit. Their lunch menu has an abundance of fresh greens, vegetables and lots of toppings for salads. There are also some

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For your sandwich itch, Tim Hortons and Subway can offer vegetable sandwiches on select breads that are cleared for vegan consumption.

Off campus, there is a growing vegan food scene in Saskatoon. Nosh Eatery & Tap on Broadway has a number of exceptional vegan items, and Amigos Cantina has some vegan treats as well — but be sure to specify your dietary requirements when ordering.

In the downtown area, Thien Vietnam, the Odd Couple, The Rook and Raven Pub and Citizen Café and Bakery are some great spots with delicious vegan offerings. A personal favourite of mine are the quinoa lentil croquettes at the Rook — you won’t be sorry to have tried them.

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options for hot dishes — like potatoes, vegetables, pasta with tomato sauce, and often, a vegan soup.

James McFarland, assistant director and executive chef of Culinary Services, has been witness to an increasing interest in plant-based-food availability at the University of Saskatchewan.

“Saskatchewan has always sort of been seen as a meat-and-potatoes community, [but] vegetarian options are in high demand … [and vegan eating] is slowly happening,” McFarland said.

In Lower Place Riel, there are also many choices for eating vegan. Umi Sushi Express has veggie cold rolls, and Extreme Pita has options like the sriracha falafel. For a quick snack, Mac’s has protein bars and packets of nuts.

The Murray Library Starbucks has the best non-dairy milk selection on campus to satisfy your latte and misto

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When you’re looking to grab a bite to go, Panago Pizza has fantastic vegan pizzas and offers Daiya dairy-free cheese. Additionally, Wok Box has a number of vegan options, Mucho Burrito makes the biggest and tastiest vegan burritos around, and The Griffin Takeaway will make your mouth water with its sweet no-meat treats. Saba’s African Cuisine on 22nd Street West also has a variety of vegan plates.

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It’s also difficult to ignore the many plant milks available. You can get almond, rice, cashew, hemp, oat, coconut and soy milk substitutes.

Also, the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market has fresh, locally grown produce almost all year round.

Though eating vegan might push you outside your comfort zone, it also can be a great benefit, health-wise — your mom wasn’t wrong when she said you need to eat your veggies. Check out some of the fine plant-based options that Saskatoon offers — you will be pleasantly surprised!

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Noodlecake Studios proves that game development is alive and well in Bridge City The Sheaf talks with a leading team member of Noodlecake Studios about developing games in Saskatoon.

REID BRAATEN

It’s important to be inspiring, talented and humble when making video games, and Saskatoon’s Noodlecake Studios stands as a beacon of potential for future game developers and aspiring artists alike.

Founded in 2011, Noodlecake Studios saw early success in the same year with their game Super Stickman Golf and its sequels on iPhone and Android. From there, they continued pumping out mobile games that cemented them as more than just a small-town game developer.

Between publishing for other developers and attending events like the Game Developers Conference, Noodlecake proves that hard work and passion lead to great things.

In an email to the Sheaf, Noodlecake’s chief operations officer Ryan Holowaty speaks about developing games and living in Saskatoon.

“The quality of living is great here, and the talent coming out of the University of Saskatchewan is top notch,” Holowaty said.

Many students at the U of S — in com-

puter sciences or not — dream of working on video games one day. However, in an industry as unpredictable as video-game development, the barrier for entry is often intimidating. Holowaty offers his own advice on getting started.

“First off, make stuff. [It] doesn’t matter if it’s good or bad, or what you build it in, just make games,” Holowaty said.

Yet, Holowaty believes that game development requires more than just code writing.

“As long as you have a passion for games, you can usually find a job based on your skill set,” Holowaty said. “[It requires everything] from marketing

and business to designers and artists to musicians, community managers and more.”

According to Holowaty, Noodlecake’s inspiration derives from the emergence of Apple’s iOS App Store and the staff members’ pasts as lifelong gamers.

Games like Scorched Earth and Worms Golf were instrumental in creating Super Stickman Golf — a familiar name to many millennial gamers.

Their inspiration comes from outside the industry as well. Holowaty notes that different Saskatchewanian ideals made their way into Noodlecake’s design philosophy. For Holowaty, this is just Noodlecake being honest about their provincial roots.

“We keep our heads down and work smart, and that feels like a very Saskatchewan way of doing things,” Holowaty said.

The future for Noodlecake looks bright, as Holowaty states that they have multiple games in development and plan to expand beyond the mobile sphere.

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The Deep Dark Woods emerge from the woodwork with Yarrow Frontman Ryan Boldt talks inspiration, the new album and being from Saskatoon.

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Saskatoon’s seminal alt-country group the Deep Dark Woods is returning to the Canadian soundscape after a four-year hiatus with their forthcoming release, titled Yarrow, which is the culmination of years mastering the craft of music.

The Deep Dark Woods was established in 2005, founded

by Chris Mason, Burke Barlow, Lucas Goetz and Ryan Boldt.

After twelve years — and copious lineup changes, a break and a subsequent return — the band is now more or less conducted under Boldt’s lead.

Following Jubilee, their bombastic 2013 release, Yarrow’s singles set it up as a quieter, more toned-down record. It will drop on Oct. 27 from Six Shooter Records. The album even includes artistry from Clayton Linthicum and Kacy Anderson, two Saskatchewanians who comprise the duo Kacy & Clayton.

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In anticipation of Yarrow, and the Deep Dark Woods show on Oct. 20 at the Broadway Theatre, the Sheaf spoke to Boldt about the new album, what to expect at their show and the band’s creative process in general.

Boldt believes that the influences for Yarrow’s murder ballads — like “Drifting on a Summer’s Night” — come from Harry Smith’s American Anthology of Folk Music and the Carter Family. On the opposite side of the ballad spectrum, Boldt says that Percy Sledge has helped him with the record’s love songs, such as “The Winter Has Passed.”

Boldt believes that differences between Yarrow and Jubilee come from a natural personal development.

“I think the difference in the songwriting is that I am older, smarter and have been able to consume for influences,” Boldt said. “I was 29 when I wrote Jubilee, and I was 34 when I wrote Yarrow, so hopefully, I

have matured as an artist.”

For Boldt, the writing process is very similar to that of other craftspeople in that it simply takes time to hone.

“Not everyone can be a musician. It takes a process of studying and practicing music for one to be successful at it,” Boldt said. “Bricklayers have to go to other bricklayers to learn how to lay bricks — not everyone can do that immediately.”

Boldt traces his drive and passion for his musicianship to the some of the greatest singer-songwriters of the past half- century.

“The greats like Neil Young and Bob Dylan have sifted through records, so they can sound like they do — they didn’t get amazing over night.

That was the mentality I took [regarding] musicianship,” Boldt said.

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“Right now, we are working on some titles that will be hitting the PC and console markets,” Holowaty said. “I can’t wait to see our logo pop up on a PS4 or Nintendo Switch game.”

The studio also publishes games for smaller developers, helping both to extend their reach and build up smaller studios in the process.

“We love working with all the different [developers] across the globe and have made some lifelong friends in the process,” Holowaty said.

Holowaty also shares some stories of the lighter side of game development, such as the time the studio received a cease-and-desist letter from Chuck Norris’s attorney over a quotation from a reviewer that they had used in the App Store listing.

“Apparently, ‘Chuck Norris Approved’ is an actual copyrighted term, and we got a letter saying the game was in fact not approved by him and that we needed to remove that line. We ended up framing the letter and hanging it up in the office,” Holowaty said.

Prospective game developers — and artists in general — should look to Noodlecake for inspiration on how to succeed in the game-development scene.

Holowaty and the rest of the team are shining examples of what can come from mixing passion with drive and humility with smarts — along with a healthy dose of Saskatchewanian pride.

To find out more about Noodlecake, visit their website at noodlecake.com or search for them in the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store.

for him and the band, as their hometown shows are always great experiences. Boldt reflects on one particular show at Louis’ Pub. “It must of been the first or second of November, and we were on the release tour of Jubilee. It was packed with people — probably around 350 to 400 people — and [we fed] off the energy of the crowd. It was incredible.”

Soon to return to Saskatoon, Boldt provides some expectations for the Deep Dark

Woods’ show on Broadway.

“You should expect a bunch of new songs, but also, you should expect to hear all of our more well-known songs — but we will focus on new songs.

Our new band — it sounds incredible. It should be a bigger band and something special for the people of Saskatoon,” Boldt said.

The Deep Dark Woods is playing the Broadway Theatre on Oct. 20. Tickets are $27 and are available at the Broadway Theatre or on their website.

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Safe sex in latex: Saskatoon Sexual Health campaign hits the spot There’s a new and improved way to talk about rubbers, folks.

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Saskatoon Sexual Health, along with community partners, recently unveiled new designs for their #WrapItUpSK campaign — placing jokes on condom wrappers in Cree, Dene, Michif and English to market safe sex to northern Saskatchewan.

SSH is a community organization that provides sexual and reproductive health services.

They place emphasis on safe, inclusive and empowering care and education, with a goal to promote healthy and informed sexualities. #WrapItUpSK is an educational campaign that began in Oct. 2016. The first condoms included humorous slogans for cities and towns in southern Saskatchewan.

To launch the campaign, SSH partnered with the Saskatchewan Prevention Institute, AIDS Saskatoon and Territorial, a Saskatoon-based design company. The campaign as a whole aims to promote safe sex in the province of Saskatchewan with readily available and eye-catching supplies and information.

You might have seen condoms featuring clever plays on words, such as “Climax please come again” and “Saskatoon wanna spoon?” in many of your favourite spots around the community, and you probably grabbed a handful to show your friends.

And just by altering and refreshing their humour, SSH solidifies their stake in challenging greater issues in our province.

Saskatchewan leads the nation in HIV rates — the number of cases here is currently two times higher than the national rate — and there is a high rate of sexually transmitted infections in the province.

Information is an incredibly powerful resource, and SSH is on target, not only to help destigmatize sex but also to facilitate better discussions about healthy sex and protection.

More powerful, however, is the push to make these resources equally accessible to all.

There are costs associated with

accessing safe sex supplies, and SSH aims to partially alleviate that unnecessary barrier by distributing products like the #WrapItUpSK condoms for free.

Further extending their reach into northern communities is a logical step. As for freshening up the brand, it’s a welcome change.

The new slogans were chosen by youth from northern Saskatchewan — they say things likes “Snagging Season” and “PIHTIKWE” — which means “come in.”

The #WrapItUpSK campaign sent 100,000 condoms for distribution within 47 northern Saskatchewan communities.

Get funky, cover your monkey and be thankful for great community organizations that promote healthy sex everywhere.

You can pick up your own quirky plastic socks from SSH at 210 Second Avenue North in Saskatoon. Condoms are also available at locations around the city, including OUTSaskatoon, Westside Community Clinic and the Colonial Pub & Grill.

Aries: Your social media persona should not be

confused with your real personality — be wary of false validation this month and completely scrub your presence from the online world.

Taurus: The stars hope you feel bad for whatever harm you’ve done.

Gemini: Have you ever worn a skort, Gemini?

You’re witty, fun, and most of all, versatile — just like the fashion-forward innovation of the skort. Harness your unexpected power!

Cancer: You’re in control of your love life this

month, so plan a nice date to the Forestry Farm. Who will you court? The first person you see after your next poop on campus.

Leo: It’s definitely time to join a pyramid scheme.

Virgo: Fortune frowns on you this month — avoid

making any big investments and stop treating yourself with elaborate gifts. You won’t find happiness in that big ol’ bag of snacks, and you know it.

Zac Walters Saskatoon Sexual Health makes strides to destigmatize safe sex.

Libra: Take a walk on the wild side this week, and don’t check your bank statements.

Scorpio: It’s almost Scorpio season, and you’ve

been feeling restless. On Oct. 23, make a list of all the things you don’t like about yourself and throw it into the river — if the moon hits the water just right, those demons might finally drown.

Sagittarius:

If there was a time to experiment with soft drugs, this is likely not it. Focus on your midterms — your penchant to procrastinate isn’t helping you accomplish your dreams.

Capricorn: Take five minutes this month to

appreciate the people who support you — Capricorns tend to be self-involved.

Aquarius: You’ve been a pack leader up

until now, Aquarius, but it’s almost time for you to relinquish control of your friend group, so that everyone can get their assignments done on time.

Being social in the library isn’t doing anyone any favours.

Pisces:

You’re a water sign, so drink lots of it — it’s good for your skin and health.

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O Canada, I enjoy being inside you A student from across the pond talks student-exchange programs, culture shock and finding a little home on the Prairies.

JESS PRYKE

My first few weeks of study at the University of Saskatchewan have been somewhat surreal. Adjusting to being immersed in a new culture has had its challenges, but this experience has helped me learn to become more creative, as I battle homesickness and embrace change.

At six weeks in, I’m starting to leave the so-called honeymoon period of my year abroad. Our home institution warned us that this would happen — they did a good job scaring us before we’d even left.

The excitement of the first few weeks, although I can still feel it, has been somewhat replaced by the impending doom of midterms, which have crept up scarily fast.

We were also promised a fair amount of culture shock. Unless this is still to come, I think

this stage was less obvious for me than for a lot of other international students, though of course, there are differences, and perhaps even more than I thought there would be.

The more time I spend here, the more I start to realize the subtle differences between cultures that you only notice when you live in a place rather than just visit it. One of the big things I learned to appreciate about Saskatoon is how willing people are to help you out or give you a ride somewhere, which is something that just wouldn’t happen at home.

I think, now, my current state of existence is simply one of adjustment. Though I am recognizing more differences, the friends that I’ve made have helped me adapt to a different culture and make being here feel more like home.

In fact, there are many similarities between Birmingham, West Midlands, U.K.,

and Saskatoon. The reaction I get when I tell people in other parts of Canada that I’m living in Saskatoon is much the same as the one I get when I tell people in other parts of the United Kingdom that I’m living in Birmingham: “Why there?”

One of the main reasons I love being in Saskatoon is for its incredible music scene — I love supporting local musicians in Birmingham, so it’s nice to find a similar scene here. In amazing, intimate venues across Saskatoon, I’ve seen some great shows. I’m thankful for meeting people who have introduced me to the talent that exists here.

Of course, it hasn’t all been easy, and the homesickness is real, but you just need to find ways of making yourself feel more at home. Stay connected to your roots, whether by finding other students from your home country with whom you can reminisce about Wether-

spoon’s — a chain of incredible British pubs — or by introducing new Canadian friends to British television shows — like The Great British Bake Off — so you have someone to get excited about them with.

It has helped me immensely to reflect on my time here and

the changes that I’ve noticed in myself. I have learned to be more open about new situations, because on exchange, you don’t have a choice — everything and everybody is new. However, as positive as my experiences have been so far, winter is coming.

Jaymie Stachyruk

Darts and degrees: Don’t outlaw the ways we cope Universities shouldn’t simply ban vices on principle — instead, we should talk about why we have them.

MARIANNE HOLT

Smoking is the number one most preventable cause of premature death in Canada, but cigarettes are just one addiction that is symptomatic of an increasingly stressed student body.

In a 2016 survey, the University of Saskatchewan found that less than one in 10 of its students regularly uses cigarettes, cannabis or hookah. Though it’s common knowledge that smoking has horrendous implications for our health, students across Canada continue to do it.

McMaster University just announced plans to go smokefree in 2018, becoming at least the 14th Canadian campus to ban smoking in an effort to save the lungs of students.

However, smoke-free campuses are not conducive to kicking a nicotine addiction — smokers will continue to smoke, just in a different location.

Rather than focusing on the act of smoking itself, universities should consider the motive.

I am someone who smokes occasionally. I do it during exam periods, usually because I’m a mess, who has left all her papers until the last minute. I do it

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to de-stress — unhealthy habits like smoking are a logical response to campus life, which is a huge source of stress for many.

If universities want to implement smoke-free campuses because smoking is bad for you, they had better close university bars, ban Coca-Cola and demolish Tim Hortons, because I’m pretty certain that alcohol, sugar and caffeine addictions are also unhealthy.

Campus life is inherently stressful, and unhealthy habits are a coping mechanism for this stress. I engage in many habits at university that will probably shorten my life — including binge drinking, smoking and drinking coffee — and I spend a lot of my time horizontally, eating junk food and watching Netflix. I don’t feel like I should be banned from doing these things, given that university life is fundamentally defined by independence and personal choice.

The U of S should not feel obliged to decorate the campus with “smoking kills” posters or to ban students from smoking completely. Rather, they should try to de-stress students as much as possible, providing alternatives to a swift dart between classes.

For instance, there are ser-

vices like PAWS Your Stress, which brings therapy dogs to different spots on campus, as a lovely and fluffy alternative to cigarettes. I’m not saying that a dog can cure addiction, but events like this are a nice break from the classroom.

Of course, the university should offer maximum assistance to those who want to quit

their addictions, but it shouldn’t forcefully impose restrictions on students’ personal choices by banning smoking entirely.

If you are struggling with addiction, the Student Wellness Centre offers urgent and nonurgent physical and mental health care to U of S students.

Contact student.wellness@ usask.ca for details.

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NEW UNIVERSITY MASCOT ACTUALLY RAISED BY DOG PACK FIELDHOUSE — The University of Saskatchewan is excited to announce that a real live half-man-half-beast-type being will be filling Howler the Huskie’s mascot suit for the remainder of the 2017-18 school year.

Tryouts to fill the position of the popular mascot began on Oct. 16, following the mysterious disappearance of the standing representative. Huskie Athletics organizers noticed the empty Howler costume ly-

ing on the 50-yard line, when the lights came back up during the Blackout game on Oct. 14.

Brant Loupine, a fifth-year kinesiology student and resident case-study in the psychology department, wowed officials with his shockingly genuine animalistic behaviours.

Loupine spent the first 15 years of his life as part of a wolf pack in northern Saskatchewan with no connection to human life or the outside world.

Not one to mince words,

Loupine offered little comment beyond the occasional grunt or growl at the press conference on Wednesday.

“Run,” Loupine said, when asked what he expected of his new role.

University officials are excited for the new direction in school spirit, and feel fortunate to have found Loupine — hunched under the bleachers, blood pouring from his mouth — as soon as the position opened up.

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