February Newsletter

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C E N T E N N I A L

EXPRESS FEBRUARY 2020 EDITION

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DA N E L A CT C E N CON E F I L RES

NIAL N E T CEN

ANDREW

ZETTEL

Hello everyone!

I'm thrilled to be joining the Centennial Place team this year, in the role of Assistant Director.

2020 is going to be a year of new opportunities and new adventures and I sincerely hope the rest of your time here in residence is both very positive, and very memorable. Do not hesitate to drop by the office and introduce yourself.

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NTH O M ORY HIST

A LITTLE ABOUT ANDREW

Hobbies

LIFE R O YF RELA

Hometown: Walkerton, ON

ies Mov The woods are lovely dark and deep But I have promises to keep And miles to go before I sleep And miles to go before I sleep.

Robert Frost

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RES LIFE CONNECT ALL THE EVENTS YOU DONT WANT TO MISS

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VALENTINE'S DAY BINGO

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LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX

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FAMILY DAY RAD TRAINING

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FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS RAD TRAINING

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RAD TRAINING

SMOKE FREE CAMPUS Smoking of any kind and in any form is prohibited on Campus and in the building.

Resident(s) found in breach of the Smoking Policy can be fined up to $500, and may face eviction.

RENT DUE GALA AFFAIR 8

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22 SMART SHOPPING

28 29 FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

BROCCOLI WALNUT PESTO PASTA PREP TIME 15MINS

COOK TIME 15MINS

SERVINGS 4

INGREDIENTS 1/3 CUP WALNUT HALVES 1/2 CUP PACKED FRESH BASIL LEAVES, PLUS A FEW SPRIGS, FOR GARNISH 1 CLOVE GARLIC, SMASHED 1 1/2 CUPS CHOPPED RAW BROCCOLI FLORETS AND TENDER STEM (ABOUT 4 OUNCES) 1/4 CUP LOW SODIUM VEGETABLE BROTH 1/4 TSP FRESHLY GRATED NUTMEG

1/4 TSP OF RED PEPPER FLAKES 1/2 SMALL LEMON (1 TBSP) 2TBSP EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 3 TBSP FRESHLY GRATED PARMIGIANOREGGIANO, ROMANO OR GRANA PADANO CHEESE 10 OUNCES WHOLE WHEAAT OR TRICOLOR PASTER

INSTRUCTIONS 1.REHEAT THE OVEN TO 350 DEGREES F. SPREAD THE NUTS OUT ON A SMALL BAKING PAN AND TOAST LIGHTLY, ABOUT 5 MINUTES. SET ASIDE TO COOL.

3. COOK THE PASTA IN A LARGE POT OF SALTED WATER ACCORDING TO THE PACKAGE DIRECTIONS. DRAIN, RESERVING 1/2 CUP OF COOKING LIQUID.

2. PULSE TOGETHER 1/4 CUP OF WALNUTS AND THE GARL;IC IN A FOOD PROCESSOR; ADD THE BROCCOLI, BASIL, BROTH, NUTMEG, RED PEPPER FLAKES, IF USING, 3/4 TEASPOON OF SALT AND THE LEMON JUICE, AND PULSE UNTIL COMBINED. SLOWLY DRIZZLE IN THE OIL THROUGH THE FEED TUBE WITH THE PROCESSOR RUNNING AND PUREE UNIL A SLIGHTLY CHUNKY SUACE FORMS, SCRAPING DOWN THE SIDES OF THE BOWL AS NEEDED. AS 2 TABLESPOONS OF THE CHEESE AND PULSE UNTIL INCORPORATED.

4. TOSS THE PASTA WITH THE PESTO IN THE DRY POT OR A MIXING BOWL, ALONG WITH SOME OF THE RESERVED COOKING LIQUID. ADD THE REMAINING COOKING LIQUID IF NEEDED AND ADDITIONAL SALT TO TASTE. 5. TRANSFER THE PASTA TO INDIVIDUAL BOWLS AND SPRINKLE WITH THE REMAINING WALNUTS AND SCATTER ON TOP. GARNISH WITH BASIL LEAVES AND SERVE.

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH

MAYA ANGELOU

MARTIN LUTHER KING

MALCOLM X

THE OBAMA'S

ROSA PARKS

NELSON MANDELA

Centennial College is proud to celebrate Black History Month with our community!

The theme for 2020 is “Building on the Past, Focusing on the Future”We invite you to journey with us throughout the month of February and beyond as we honor and reflect on the diverse histories of African, Caribbean, Black Canadians and people of the African diaspora. Made up of staff, faculty and students, the Centennial Black History Month committee has organized events on every campus designed to engage the College community in learning, awarenessbuilding and celebration that highlight the histories, contributions and achievements of Black communities. Come participate and support the upcoming events during this special month!

Visit our Black History Month webpage for a list of all the campus events Enjoy the Black History Month Coffee Event at The Local Café!

Grab a cup of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Organic Certified & Fair Trade Coffee for just $1 at The Local Café at Progress Campus throughout February! All proceeds will go to supporting our students who are part of the Black Community at Centennial College.

KCUP BEST MOMENTS!

@CAMPUSONE

JANUARY 25, 2020

RELAY FOR LIFE WHAT IS RELAY FOR LIFE?

RELAY FOR LIFE IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS TO ACTIVELY BE A PART OF FUNDRAISING FOR CANCER RESEARCH. IT IS A CHANCE TO COME TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE THE SURVIVORS.

WHY DO WE FUNDRAISE?

RAISE MONEY FOR CANCER RESEARCH ENSURE NO ONE HAS TO FIGHT CANCER ALONE STOP CANCER BEFORE IT STARTS. RAISING MONEY FOR CANCER PREVENTION.

HOW TO GET INVOLVE?

SEARCH FOR YOUR EVENT LOCATION. CHOOSE YOUR PARTICIPATION TYPE. CREATE A CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY ACCOUNT OR SIGN IN WITH THE ONE YOU ALREADY HAVE. FOLLOW THE REST OF THE REGISTRATION PROMPTS.

ABOUTÂ CENTENNIAL PLACE'S RELAY FOR LIFE INITIATIVE CENTENNIAL PLACE IS PARTNERING UP WITH A MEMBER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO STUDENTS BASE TO HOST OUR VERY OWN RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT. THIS WILL BE HELD IN THE ATHLETICS AND WELLNESS CENTRE. THIS WILL ENTAIL SERVERAL EVENTS CATERED TO WARDS OFFERING SOLIDARITY TO THE SURVIVORS WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY WITH ENTERTAINMENT AND REFRESHMENTS.

SAVE . THE. DATE AWC GYM March 20, 2020 6:00 PM

R.A.D

RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENCE Rape Aggression Defence otherwise known at R.A.D is a program tailor towards women . It is realistic self-defence techniques and tactics for women to use if the situation arises. The R.A.D System is a comprehensive course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while advancing into the basics of hand-on defence training.

The R.A.D sessions are broken down into four 3-hour courses.

In order to complete the program, one must commit to and completer all four sessions.

The Centennial College Security in accordance with Centennial place will be hosting this program for residents to attend.

FEBRUARY 24- 28 2020 SIGN-UP TODAY

January . 29. 2020

Hi, How Are You?

Self care ideas Meditate

Draw, paint or write

Excercise

Cook with your friends

Try to take some time of the day to practice something you enjoy

RESOURCES

NEED TO REPORT AN INCIDENT?

NEED TO REPORT AN INCIDENT?

NEED SOMEONE TO SHARE IDEAS WITH? NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE EVENTS ON REZ?

RA ON CALL: # (416) 400 - 2962 FRONT DESK STAFF: # (416) 438 – 2216 ext. 6294 Email: CentennialResidence@studenthousing.com

SECURITY: # (416) 289 – 5000 ext. 5240/ 2577 or Press the call button on the Emergency Phone (yellow), located at each corner on every floor.

(Remember to state your location and the emergency.)

DOWNLOAD THE CENTENNIAL COLLEGE CAMPUS SAFETY WATCH APP.

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

UTSC STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS RESOURCES

The Counselling Centre – 416.289.5000 Progress- x. 2627 | Morningside- x. 8025 | Ashtonbeex. 7252 | Story Arts Campus- x. 8664/2627 Campus Life Safety & Security – 416.289.5000 x. 2020 Good2Talk Student Helpline (24/7) – 1.886.925.5454 Website: www.good2talk.ca Emergency Services 911 – Police, Ambulance, Fire Services (24/7)

Health and Wellness Centre – 416.287.7065 Email: health-services@utsc.utoronto.ca

LOCK - OUT CARRIES A CHARGE OF $20 + HST

Good2Talk Student Helpline (24/7) – 1.886.925.5454 Website: www.good2talk.ca East Metro Youth Services Walk in Counselling Clinic: 416-438-3697 Campus Police: 416-287-7333 Rouge Valley Centenary Hospital: 416-284-8131

SMOKE FREE BUILDING AND CAMPUS VIOLATORS MAY BE FINED UP TO $500 + HST MAY BE PLACED ON DEFERRED EVICTION

RENT PAYMENT DUE: 1ST OF EACH MONTH PAY ON TIME TO AVOID LATE FEES OF $50 + HST

RESIDENCE ASSISTANTS (RA) ARE HERE TO HELP AND SUPPORT YOU

Look out for information on building-wide and floor events

5 ways to end the stigma & start a conversation

Talk to your RA about roommate issues

Let us know if you have suggestions, concerns or comments

Before you go!

Remember to keep using this 5 ways to create conscience towards mental health in our community

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KADIJAH MAXWELL EDITOR

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