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A collection of the major award winners from the 2013 Guelph Gryphon Athletic Banquet.
the community outside of the university is something both the department and the athletes themselves should take great pride in. Whiteside was speaking in lieu of an absent Alastair Summerlee, who was missing the evening in order to discuss tuition fee-related issues with members of the provincial government. Tom Kendall, the director of the athletic department spoke for a short time after Whiteside. Kendall again lauded the abilities of the young people in the room for both their athletic prowess and commitment to creating an inclusive and spirited athletic program at the University of Guelph. Kendall concluded his speech by stating that the early progress of renovating the universitys athletic facilities has been good, but he has made the completion of the W.F. Mitchell Centre renovations his top priority in the coming years. Following a catered dinner, individual team awards were presented by the head coach of each team. Awards such as most valuable player and rookie of the year were commonplace, and the roars of excitement from each teams table (including the cross-country teams chants) helped imbue an air of excitement and appreciation amongst fellow athletes. Following individual awards, several major awards were awarded to exceptional members of the athletic community. Chris Clancy of mens hockey was awarded the Dr. John T. Powell Award; Derek Lahaie of mens volleyball earned the Cathy Rowe Manager of the year; Kara Muhlhausen of womens hockey and womens basketball ...se e ba nqu e t pag e 14
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Successful space education program may be grounded for good
Katie Shum
Each year, millions of tomato seeds travel to outer space, hosted by a special partnership with the Canadian Space Agency. The seeds are either normal seeds, or seeds that have been primed to a point near germination. When the seeds return from space, they are distributed to classrooms all over Canada, where students explore the potential of the tomato seeds after they are germinated. This is Tomatosphere. It definitely makes you think outside the box So much is focused on biological systems to live on this planet, so its cool for kids to also start exploring whats needed to live on another planet, said Dan Frank, a fourth-year science student, when he heard about the project. This one-of-a-kind science education and outreach program highlights space and plant sciences, but also opens up discussions to nutrition, environment, and life support systems, among other topics. The project is set to deliver tomato seeds to 15,000 classrooms across Canada this year, but has helped teach thousands more elementary and high school students over its decade-long run. The project has roots in Guelph, as co-project leader Dr. Mike Dixon is a professor from the School of Environmental Sciences, and director of the Controlled Environment Systems Research Facility (CESRF). The exploration of tomatoes as sustainable nutrition for astronauts on long space missions is a nod to the type of life support systems research that goes on within CESRF. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) recently recognized Tomatosphere with a 2012 NSERC Award for Science Promotion. The award puts the project back in the spotlight, just a month ahead of Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfields return to Earth from the International Space Station. Hadfield will return with the next delivery of tomato seeds. Space missions, like Hadfields, have been critical for Tomatospheres cool points with school-age youngsters. We have shamelessly taken advantage of the attraction that outer space has, especially to young minds, joked Dr. Dixon. The NSERC award included a financial booster of $25,000, which will significantly help maintain continuation of Tomatosphere through the next year. Despite long-reigning support from the Canadian Space Agency, Heinz Canada Ltd., Stokes Seeds, and the University of Guelph, funding for the program may be near the end. Times are tough all over, and nothing lasts forever, stated Dr. Dixon, but we havent given up quite yet [] Were still looking around for options to sustain the funding for a bit longer. Current science students at the University of Guelph voiced praise
April Fools The digital world took part in this years April Fools day with gags that left even the least gullible uncertain. Twitter got rid of vowels, announcing that there will be a five-dollar per month fee for a premium Twitter service to use vowels. Google debuted Google Nose that allowed users to search by scents and encourages visitors to lean into their screens to sniff different smells. The most discussed prank this year has to go to YouTube, who posted a video on the website informing the public that the contest is over. Joking that their eight-year rise was only a talent search, YouTube announced that they were done collecting nominees and judges were ready to start choosing a winner. This meant that the site was going to shut down for 10 years, delete all the videos and re-launch in 2023 after two years of announcing nominees and eight years of voting on a winner. Whether or not people actually fell for any of these pranks, the Internet definitely made this years April Fools entertaining. (CTV News) The White House celebrates Easter The First Family had over 30 000 guests to the South Lawn this Easter for the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. This year marked the 135th annual Easter celebration at the White House with the theme being Be Healthy, Be Active, Be You. Events ran from the traditional Egg Roll where YouTube star Kid President Robbie Novak joined the First Family to cheer on contestants to the new Eggtivity Zone, an obstacle course with professional sports coaches and athletes teaching kids fun ways to be active. Performances included last years American Idol runner-up Jessica Sanchez singing the national anthem, Jordin Sparks, Austin Mahone, Coco Jones, Sesame Street and The Wanted. The entire First Family all read stories with important messages to gathered kids, Danica Patrick, The Wanted and Quvenzhan Wallis joined in reading on the Storytime Stage. (White House. Gov) Finding Dory On April 2 Ellen DeGeneres announced that there will be a new full length sequel to the Oscar winning movie Finding Nemo. The long anticipated feature, titled Finding Dory will hit cinemas Nov. 25, 2015 with DeGeneres voicing Dory as the main character. According to director Andrew Stanton, the film will take place about a year after the first film and will reunite Dory with her family. It will take place along the California coastline with important new characters but will still feature old favourites including Nemo, Marlin and the Tank Gang. With the original being the highest grossing G-rated movie at its release date (now fourth highest), the sequel has a lot to live up to. (Philstar.com) Complied by Alex Howie
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The Tomatosphere Project is helping tomatoes get one step closer to dominating our universe, or at the very least encouraging youth to learn about space science.
and support for the continuation of programs like Tomatosphere. To introduce something like this, it really does expand their horizons as far as what science entails, explained Adam Agate. Aside from the science, to give kids the idea that a collective group of people can make a difference instilling a sense of teamwork and community is vital to future generations, added Grace Glofcheskie.
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Naythrah Thevathasan (left) and Anita Acai, the two U of G winners of the fellowships, met for the first time during their interview at The Ontarion office.
I was definitely very excited, very shocked, very humbled and blessed, the undergrad remarked. The award will have a positive effect on both U of G winners lives. Besides receiving $5000 and participation in an educational retreat and a collaborative project in postsecondary education, Acai told The Ontarion that seeing the impact of leadership through her involvements will help her in her goal to work for higher education. I think having that idea that leadership is such a part of your life, thats beneficial for anyone, no matter what they do, said Acai. Thevathasan sees this opportunity as a gateway to other fulfilling volunteer or leadership-based experiences. Im definitely keeping my eyes open for possibilities whether they [are] in research or volunteering or just taking some time off and travelling, seeing the world, said Thevathasan. The two winners will travel to Cape Breton University in June to receive their awards.
Mitch OConnell
With the current labour markets demands for technical degrees, the image of the starving artist may become a prevalent image of BA program graduates.
trying to curb the loss of value in BA degrees by creating expensive yet successful programs that guarantee small, first-year seminars, while the University of Waterloo, according to Coates, has created the largest program of co-op arts degrees in the world, as well as an arts and business program, which beefs up arts degrees with a suite of business courses taught from an arts perspective. The universities along with government officials are now trying to ensure the continued rise in graduates with a desire to enter the skilled labour fields, and that those with BAs are receiving an education that meets the changing requirements for an often unpredictable labour market.
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John Sleeman addressed the crowd in the Academic Town Square, and answered questions related to his familys history.
and community members, particularly regional history. If youre interested in social history, the history of the beer industry, Guelph political history, theres a lot of material in this collection that would be of interest, Harvey explained. Not to mention that students have most likely heard of the company, and now have the oppor- and it will be on display in the library tunity to discover the history behind for the next two to three months. the Canadian beer. The archives also have other projects Sleeman Breweries is a very rec- planned for the upcoming months, ognizable brand, especially in the like an exhibit related to Scottish student community, but even in- studies and a new Whats Cooking ternationally, said Harvey. in the Archives? display that will be Over 150 years of brewing and fam- run entirely by a first-year seminar ily history is covered by the collection, led by Harvey in the Fall semester.
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Thinking carefully about what you print, and in how many quantities, is a key aspect of the Print Smarter campaign.
space in binders. However, Ng acknowledged that there are instances where single-sided printing is required for assignments, as instructed by professors and course coordinators. On the contrary, Jenna McDermott, a fourth-year wildlife biology student, said that there have been many times that she was provided with lab handouts, printed on only one side, while the exact same pages were available online. Whether you are a student, faculty, staff, or other member of the University of Guelph, the #PrintSmarter campaign reminds everyone that implementing sustainable change is within their hands.
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One of them give me the hand clap and one of these [a turn-around motion with his fingers], and I thought, oh he has a gun. Kyle Mackie
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Kyle Mackie has faced many obstacles while running, including Obamas security staff, and more pleasant ones like chocolatedipped strawberries.
and Wednesdays for 12 weeks and at the end of three months, will be able to run five kilometers. Maybe stressed out students can find solace in some healthy exercise while also having fun.
Return of enviropigs
GSETA on harmful effects of animal testing
Kelsey Coughlin
Animal testing has been the topic of scrutiny and public debate for years, and since the spring of 2012, Guelph has been at the center of these disputes. In May 2012, the University euthanized 10 genetically modified enviropigs upon the termination of their research endeavors. The decision was not met without controversy as animal rights groups across the province took the opportunity to voice their disapproval. Among these groups was the Guelph Students for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (GSETA), an animal rights club at the University of Guelph. On April 2, this group took the opportunity to shed light on the issue with an event titled, Who Were the Enviropigs? The aim was to provide awareness of the enviropigs, and the effects of animal testing and factory farming. Mike Nicholson, University of Guelph student and member of GSETA, was at the event and explained that the group was trying to offer remembrance for the suffering of these animals [and show that] people need to recognize that there is suffering before they can attempt to rectify the situation. GSETA spent the day handing out fliers and pamphlets educating students about the dangers of animal testing and factory farming. Passers-by were also encouraged to boycott popular companies that conduct research through animal testing. There was also a screening of Maximum Tolerated Dose, a documentary about the effects of animal testing, as well as a vigil in remembrance of the enviropigs at the OVC. Although the event captured students interest, not all students held the same viewpoint as GSETA. One was University of Guelph student Mary Walton. Walton, who has spent a great deal of her life on a farm, felt that the group was painting an unnecessarily negative picture of factory farming. You cant have a good farm without happy animals, so farmers actually go out of their way to provide their animals with optimal conditions. These include well-insulated barns, sizable cages, and a stress-free living environment, explained Walton. Walton further stated that groups such as GSETA are attempting to shock students by using graphic pictures of seemingly abused animals. They are amplifying all of the negative aspects of farming, and ignoring all of the positives. Additional criticisms have been brought forth on the grounds that the group was using outdated and exaggerated statistics that do not necessarily represent farming in the Guelph community. The University of Guelph has been known to partake in animal testing, as do a number of other universities, so it is not surprising that students have differing opinions when it comes to the ethicality of the issue. It is important to be aware of the issue, but to get all of the facts before forming an opinion. Students are encouraged to be skeptical consumers and to follow the advice of GSETA and get involved with this issue.
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Posts more entertaining than news story
Alicja Grzadkowska
The Ontarion staff is familiar with commentaries on online versions of our articles, and like every other online media source, we are not immune to the breadth of creativity that inspires people to provide their colourful opinions about our writing styles, biases, and beliefs. But what does opening up the peanut stand do to news? Theres no doubt that a highly commented-on story will become more accessible to people who are skimming web pages looking for the most interesting articles. Its also significant that people are actually taking the time to discuss their opinions on a public forum, and that theyre not just talking about which shows episode season premier of Game of Thrones or the season finale of Walking Dead was better. On a Globe Google. While the comments and Mail article about the end of dont contribute much to the HST in B.C., 172 comments were story itself, the association of posted, and many were well ed- characteristics like non-reliited and thought out, presenting gious, or at the very least liberal, interesting arguments about the with outspoken newsreaders beissue (in contrast to most You- comes stronger, whether or not Tube comments). this is actually the case. However, when people use The National Posts report, comment boards as plac - Four people injured as man es to display their hilarity and crashes car into Wal-Mart belack of proper grammar skills, fore getting out and attacking reading the news is put on the customers influenced combackburner to scanning posts ments like, Someone should that encapsulate peoples anger have shot him and I am being seand dissatisfaction with, and rious not sarcastic and the very sometimes, appreciation for a relevant-to-the-topic, Zomparticular story. bie? In this case, the aim of the The Globe and Mails arti- posters was to show off their hucle, Googles doodle tribute morous additions to the topic, to Cesar Chavez provokes out- but on a deeper level, peoples rage, for instance, resulted desensitized attitudes towards in this gem: l think there was violence also came through their quite enough coverage of Eas- commentaries. ter events what with the usual Finally, because I couldnt help fools having themselves nailed myself, a National Post story deto crosses and such nonsense, tailing Justin Biebers spitting and other comments, assuming- attack on a neighbour promptly coming from non-Christians, ed the strong message EVEN about the faults of the religions YOUR ENEMIES MUST BE REconservative opinions towards SPECTED from a commentator,
Comments, like those above on the Chavez story, bring up interesting points about social values, and entertain readers with witty remarks.
showing that though most posts arent necessarily intellectually diverse, people are emotionally, and hopefully mentally, invested in news stories, whatever the story might be.
Bryan Waugh
Illitrys Troy Witherow (centre) crafted dreamlike melodies over the diverse sonic array provided by bandmates Chester Edington (left), Dane Kelly (right) and Anthony James (rear) at eBar March 28.
and ethereal to full-blown funky. They also used a projector to play cool and trippy visuals behind the duo, adding a distinctly visual dimension to music that is quite visual to begin with. The duo has a new full-length record out released on USB stick, entitled Ballooniverse . Using a blend of samples and original production, Bowjia won the heart of the crowd as indicated by restless dancing and a roaring applause to finish their set. The nights performances, overall, showcased the enthusiastic and diverse electronica scene in and around Guelph.
Crowd power
Guelph band utilizes crowd funding website to finance new album
Tyler Karauskas
Guelph band Mandroid Echostar is using the popular website Indiegogo to generate funding for their upcoming record. Following the success of their debut EP released in April, the band is looking for a strong showing on their second effort. The expensive production process of recording the album has Mandroid taking to Indiegogo for support from fans and the public. The initiative is part of a rising Internet fundraising effort known as crowd funding. Crowd funding involves individuals pooling money together to support a project, similar to a fundraising event. It is especially popular with artists and start-up businesses. Users promote projects on websites such as Indiegogo and individuals donate an amount of their choosing to a project they would like to see come to fruition. We want you to become shareholders in Mandroid Enterprises, the band states during their promotional video. The line is humorous and yet fairly accurate. One of the advantages of crowd funding is that it allows the audience to contribute to the bands that they care about. Music Ciccias mother, while a donafans can ensure that their favorite tion of $2,200 is enough to get one emerging bands get the financ- of the bands guitars. ing they need by contributing Mandroid Echostar is offering to their projects and endeavors. contributors transparency as well. Contributors often receive perks The campaign page outlines the for their efforts, such as a por- costs of recording the new album. tion of a start-ups earnings or A breakdown of processes rangmerchandize. ing from sound mixing, to album art, to album manufacturing are outlined as well as the costs for each. This gives the contributors an idea of the costs involved and what they are actually contributing to. Some users on websites such as Indiegogo have been criticized for a lack of transparency and not bringing projects to fruition. Mandroids page is aiming to defeat this notion. Mandroids use of crowd funding is part of a rapidly growing trend in bringing creative ideas to fruition. In an era where the Internet is perhaps the most valuable promotional resource, artists are going beyond a Twitter page and a few likes on Facebook. While Twitter was a significant step in bridging the gap between For instance, a $1 donation gets artists and fans closer, crowd the bands undying love and funding brings this connectivity a thank you email from a band to a new plateau. Crowd fundmember. Upping the ante to $250 ing seems to be the present and is enough to earn a custom water- future for many creative endeavcolour painting by drummer Matt ors in early production stages. HK. A $600 contribution secures It provides music fans with a a day of hanging out with the voice, giving them the opporband, including a home-cooked tunity to support the bands of meal from lead singer Michael their choosing.
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Mandroid Echostars use of crowd funding is part of a rapidly growing trend in bringing creative ideas to fruition.
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Angela Saini performed at eBar for the April 2 installment of Birds on a Wire, a bi-weekly music series featuring all-female performers and hosted by Guelph singersongwriter Ambre McLean.
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Boys Who Say No opened for Two Hours Traffic at eBar on March 26 with songs that changed seamlessly between rock, pop and dance.
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Construction fences surrounding the condominium development at Macdonell and Woolwich Streets have been adorned with public art produced at Graffiti Fest in September 2012. The works are by emerging local street artists and youth groups.
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album reviews
A particularly adventurous reviewer might call Copenhagen natives Iceage punk rocks Odd Future. Daring, for sure, but the comparison isnt that far off. Iceage formed in 2008 at a time when members of the band averaged a mere 17 years old, and their debut album New Brigade and accompanying videos and media were the kind of violent and reckless that strikes fear into the hearts of parents everywhere. Fast forward to 2013, where the young Danes have matured to a
On their first three albums, The Besnard Lakes displayed a tendency to diversify their material. Sophomore effort The Besnard Lakes Are the Darkhorse showed off a weepy falsetto from Jace Lasek, whose vocals were otherwise reserved to a buried mumble on the bands debut, Volume 1, and The Besnard Lakes Are the Roaring Night granted listeners permission to listen to Laseks co-songwriter and wife Olga Goreass own vocals silky and The upbeat, dance-electronic music ethereal in their languid wanalso arrived just in time for exams. dering mixed heavily into the With most songs being mostly in- foreground for the first time (it strumental, it is a great album to be also added 12-string guitar, flute, able to relax and study to. Although omnichord, and mellotron sounds this music could easily be some- into the mix). thing to listen to while cramming for With Until in Excess, Imperexams, the bands upcoming Guelph ceptible UFO, The Besnard Lakes show on April 11 would definitely be make a welcome return to their a great study break with the energy brand of jangly shoegaze-heavy the music brings. indie rock, but the effort is a little Overall, this album was well- underwhelming when set beside worth the four-year wait. The biggest a back catalogue of albums exproblem with the album is that the hibiting such radically redefining much-anticipated record is fairly elements. short. However, the short album But its still a beautiful record will add to the hype from their fan possessing some pretty magical base as they wait for the next release. powers. At only eight songs, it will definitely UFO sends you off to a eupholeave listeners wanting more. ria-enabling dreamscape that could be kind of nerve-racking Rating: 4 /5 at times, but only because it maps
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youll understand the need to not list the nutritional information of what slow-cooked meat, cheese, and a side of fries looks like. Some things in life are better left unknown. Its worthwhile to keep some of these numbers in mind the next time youre at the ballpark, but given the financial state of most university students, it seems another number will limit caloric intake at the ballpark. The Rogers Centre charges the fourth most expensive price in baseball for beer, with only Boston, Philadelphia, and Miami charging more.
Sweat it out?
Natural and powerful antibiotic found in human sweat
generation of super antibiotics. in sweat. X-Ray crystal structure The researchers are optimistic and a solid state NMR spectroscoabout the potential of this develop- py and electrophysiology allowed ment, but note that they still do not researchers to observe the interpossess a complete understanding action of dermicidin, a human Chris Mller of the structural and mechanical antimicrobial compound, as it reprocesses involved in AMPs. While lates to the protection and healing A recent article published in research is not yet complete, early of one of the bodys vital constructs the Proceedings of the Nation- results are promising. the epidermis. This compound is al Academy of Sciences of the The research suggests that known to suppress Staph infecUnited States of America journal AMPs possess the faculty to at- tions, and the healing potential of showcases a belief that antimi- tack germs and bacteria on the these compounds could lead to the crobial peptides (AMPs), found in surface of skin, without allow- next big breakthrough in antibiotic human sweat, may pave the course ing the bacteria to quickly adapt technology. for developing humanitys next and defeat the compounds found The benefit of these AMPs is that they work by destroying the cell walls of non-vital bacteria, thereby limiting the bacterias ability to survive at the cellular level, and subsequently limits or eliminates cell reproduction of invasive bacteria. Dermicidin is aided by the presence of zinc in sweat, effectively stabilizing dermicidin into a form that can attack unwanted bacteria. Dr. Ulrich Zachariae of the University of Edinburgh provided this optimism in an interview with the U.K.s Daily Mail health department. Now that we know in detail how these natural antibiotics work, we can use this to help develop infection-fighting drugs that are more effective than conventional antibiotics, said Zachariae. This is timely information, considering the spread of a drugresistant variety of tuberculosis in South Africa that has the potential
Could sweat be the key to understanding the next stage of antibiotic development? Research is pointing to human sweat as a potential source of information on how we can better understand the bodys healing functions.
to threaten millions of lives if a suitable treatment is not found quickly. There are approximately 1,700 natural antibiotics in existence, and this is only one of that number that has been isolated and is beginning to be understood. While the potential exists for this research to lead to bigger and better things for antibiotics, more work is still needed to indentify a way to cultivate and apply these compounds in a medicinal form.
was named the Dr. James MacLachlan Trainer of the Year; Christine Grant of womens hockey was Turning the Page in his locker, as he finds the scheduling of baseball coinnamed the Dr. Mary Beverley-BurChris Mller ton Female Rookie; Sikubwabo was cides beautifully with an active given the Scott Yanchus male rookie literary life. Dickey has pubaward; Alisha Harricharan of the Well, 2013s version of Opening lished one book with another on swim team earned the Shirley Pe- Day is behind us and R.A. Dickey the way. The first, Wherever I terson award; Rob Farquharson of has officially pitched in the reg- Wind Up: My Quest for Truth, the football team was awarded the ular season for the Toronto Blue Authenticity, and the Perfect Don Cameron award; and Terese Jays. Once you siphon through Knuckleball was released in 2012 Reiz of the rowing team earned the all the doubters and nay-sayers and marked a difficult moment Fred Ramprashand award. and remember that this is only in Dickeys life. In the book, Dan McCartyhy of mens bas- the month of April, you might be Dickey recounts being sexually ketball and Kelsey Gsell of the able to appreciate whats hap- abused as an eight year old boy wrestling team were awarded the pening with one of the games and the difficulties it created for male and female Presidents Trophy. most unique and interesting him in his adult life. A childrens Nadine Frost and Rob Jackson, both characters. A remarkable inter- version of the memoir is due next of the cross-country team, were view between Dickey and Stacey fall, and Dickey hopes the book named the W .F. Mitchell Sports- May Fowles in a special for the will help other young people that woman and Sportsman of the year, National Post sheds some light have been abused seek help and respectively. on the literary prowess of last not have to suffer alone. Anthony Romaniw, for his ex- years National League Cy Young If that wasnt enough, Dicktensive medal-collecting at the Award winner. eys also a huge Star Wars f an. provincial and national track comI think baseball is a fantas- The knuckleballer walked out petitions, was named the male tic analogy, if you will, for the in the first game of the season athlete of the year. Romaniw ac- things that we struggle with in to The Imperial March. In a cumulated five gold and two silver life. Things for me started to im- stadium where the mound is medals over the course of the two prove as a baseball player when mechanically raised and lowevents. I started to do work on my own ered to allow for a multi-use The athletic department named life, said Dickey. facility, the walk-up tune three female athletes of the year: Dickey, at age 38, admits seemed fitting. Britt Benn of the rugby team, An- that if a baseball career had Of course, if youre not much drea Seccafien of the cross-country not panned out, a career as an of a pop-culture person, than and track team, and Brittany Se- English professor would have maybe youll be interested in idler of the field hockey team been a real possibility. Dickeys knowing that Dickey is an exshared the award for the first time two bats (rarely used now that tensive Hemingway reader. in school history. hes in the American League) Reading The Snows of KilimanThe athletes could be found in are named Orcrist the Goblin jaro as a child made him aspire the hotspots of downtown Guelph Cleaver, named after Thorin to climb the African mountain shortly after the events conclusion, Oakenshields legendary blade one day. In 2011, risking all and if the early evening was any in The Hobbit; and Hrunting, the of his 2012 salary, he climbed indication, the fraternity amongst sword given to Beowulf by Un- the mountain in support of the athletes that gave the evening its ferth in the epic poem. Bombay Teen Challenge, a minvibrancy surely translated well into Dickeys literary prowess istry program that works to a night on the town for most, exam hardly ends with his bats. Hes correct the human rights atrocconstantly got a stack of books ities within human trafficking season be damned.
R.A. Dickey: the Blue Jays pitcher has lived a life of baseball and books, and that makes him fascinating.
and sex work. With Mets bull- perhaps Hemingways greatpen catcher Dave Racaniello and est text, he writes: The world Clevelands Kevin Slowey, Dick- breaks every one and afterwards eys group raised $100,000 for many are strong at the broken the cause. places. Dickeys story, one of Dickeys literary associa- triumph and survival out of a tions are fascinating, and his difficult past, is one that reachunique personality has been es beyond the mound, beyond forged through a life both in the Rogers Centre, and beyond baseball and in books. Given Major League Baseball. the behavior of many profesSo fear not, fair-weather Blue sional athletes, its refreshing to Jay fans. The season is young and hear an intelligent and literate theres sure to be a narrative person address a media that is that this team will construct. constantly pushing clichs and With Dickey at the helm of the mandated statements by players pitching staff, there should be no doubt that this team will be and the P.R. department. strong at the broken places. In A Farewell to Arms ,
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Elizabeth Farrell
Guelphs glacial history plays a crucial role in its present-day municipal water system, as kettle holes facilitate groundwater recharge.
by the elements and therefore difficult to read. Its too bad; our citys connection to nature is more sensitive than many realize.
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Bauma is a Golden Doodle who was rescued from the Brampton Animal Shelter in 2011. He was never abused, but was lost, and no one was looking for him. On visit to Nova Scotia last summer, he swam in the Atlantic Ocean, chasing the buoys floating in the Northumberland Strait. Now theres a happy ending fit for Hollywood!
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Brew Review
A uniquely tasty brew from California
Chris Mller
Anchor Brewing Company, a mainstay in San Francisco since 1896, has produced a steam beer that pays homage to the styles unique history on the American west coast. The style was developed in the mid-nineteenth century in the San Francisco area, and while the steam in the name would suggest water vapour is involved, but its believed the name came about through the high levels of carbonation the beer was traditionally served at. The warm San Francisco climate in the winter months lends itself well to this brewing process, which may have originally been an open-air exercise. Steam beer is fermented in wide and shallow vessels, allowing the active lager yeast to not overheat the beer during fermentation. The result is a beer that retains the flavour character of ale, while imparting the popular carbonation and mouth-feel of a lager. Frankly, I had low expectations going into my first experience with steam beer, having tried several beers that blur the ale-lager divide that have generally resulted in less a smooth mouth feel thanks to the than stellar experiences. After a lager yeast, but avoids the bittertaste or two, you too can be pre- ness and sharpness often associated pared to get an anchor tattoo on with lager resulting in a truly your shoulder. unique and enjoyable beer drinkThe beer pours out of the uncon- ing experience. ventional bottle with a magnificent If youre looking to try somecaramel-amber colour and a strong thing different, or hoping to escape white head. A smell reveals a these last few days of winter and balanced malt character of whole- exams with homage to somewhere grain bread with a subtle sweetness warm, this brew might be for you. resembling caramel. The taste is Youll enjoy it best in a glass, but its relatively mild but extensively still good to drink from the novdrinkable, relying on sturdy malt elty bottle. Anchor Steam Beer is content and traditional Northern available in a six-pack at the LCBO Brewer hops to impart a slight hop just look for the blue cap and blue aroma that never borders on over- anchor on the packaging. This ones powering. Anchor Steam imparts not to be missed.
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When writers block takes over, find time to get the wheels turning by looking through a different lens.
this region, your creative performance increases. Recently, however, results from neuroimaging studies have changed our understanding of creativity, and how writers block occurs. Researchers have found that the creative portion of writing brainstorming actually involves activity in a series of parts of the brain. It was discovered that although the temporal lobes are involved in the writing process, the actual drive to write is controlled by the limbic system. This region controls emotions, instincts, and inspiration, and is thought to regulate the human beings need for communication. Therefore, when someone is under stress, his or her brain will shift control from the cerebral cortex to the limbic system, which may initiate a fight-or-flight response. Because the persons thinking in that moment is based only on instincts, all creative processes, such as writing, are hindered. The person is often unaware of the change, which may lead them to believe they are creatively blocked. But dont fear, aspiring Shakespeares; all is not lost. Dr. Alice Weaver Flaherty suggests that in order to regain control from the limbic system, you should drastically change up your routine and also attempt to alleviate stress. In The Midnights Disease, the neurologist says that altering how you write the setting, time of day, or method will get your creative juices flowing by increasing sensory activity within all brain regions involved in brainstorming. In combating your worries and improving your mood, your limbic system will shut off its fight-or-flight response and you can get back to your normal thinking state. So the next time you are unsure what to write, do something fun, like fly a kite. It will lighten your mood and give you a break from whatever writing routine you have, allowing you to have a fresh outlook when you get back to the page. Good luck, but no promises you will be the next Atwood or Tolkien.
Because the persons thinking in that moment is based only on instincts, all creative processes, such as writing, are hindered
In the past, in order to understand the creative process of writing, scientists looked at people who had brain lesions to see how that affected their artistic endeavours. Lewis Caroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland had a lesion to the side of his brain in his temporal lobe that caused a condition called hypergraphia, which is the intense overproduction of writing in a short period. During his lifetime he wrote over 98,000 letters varying in format, sometimes backwards or in different patterns. It was thought, then, that creativity is centrally located in the temporal lobe of the brain, behind the ears. It was later hypothesized that when there is less activity in
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