Protem Vol. 62 Issue 1

Le journal bilingue de Glendon | Glendon’s Bilingual Newspaper

In This Issue

Page 2 ● LETTER FROM THE EDITOR VIE ÉTUDIANTE

Page 3 ● Active Recall!

Page 4 ● Le YFS diminue la couverture médicale pour la santé mentale

Page 4 ● Starting Fresh(men), Avoiding the Post-Grad Purgatory MÉTROPOLE

Page 4 ●Canada’s Last Remaining Women’s University to Close in 2024

Page 5 ● La sécurité sur le TTC CENTER SPREAD

Page 6 ● GLENDON O-WEEK EXPRESSIONS

Page 7 ● Meeting Luis Angel on a Mountain

Page 7 ● Alive ISSUES AND IDEAS

Page 8 ● Jury Duty as an Honour, Duty or Task?

Page 8 ● Markham Campus Open But YorkU Still Missing a Medical School ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Page 10 ● ¿Dónde Está Mi Gente?: Un Appel à l’Inclusivité

Page 10 ● Drawing on Digital Due Diligence

SANTÉ ET BIEN-ÊTRE

Page 11 ● Nouilles instantanées au beurre d’arachide

Page 11 ● Great Glendon Grub

Page 12 ● Une recette de lasagne végétarienne

La prochaine date limite : vendredi 6 octobre 2023

Maria Eydmans

French Editor

Starting Fresh(men), Avoid the Post-Grad Purgatory

In my final year of undergrad, I finally found the answer to the question that had plagued my adolescence: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” This question had been posed by well-meaning adults who probably weren’t about it thinking too deeply. The thing is, even though this question had been asked numerous times, I had never actually given it serious thought. I’d occasionally realize, “I should probably start thinking about it,” but then I’d quickly change the subject. What can I say? It always seemed so far away! That is, until my fourth year. All of a sudden, it seemed like there was so much to do and so little time to do it. Every job required years of experience,

and to get experience, you needed a job! I firmly believed that if Sisyphus lived in the 21st century, job-searching would be his hill, and deadend resumes would be his boulder.

Now that I’ve “been in the game” for a little under a year and am finally seeing some prospects, I reflect on each year I spent at York. I was studying, but I wasn’t working towards my career, and I wish I had spent my time differently. The following is advice to my younger self — what I wish I would have done each year to make the transition into the professional sphere a little easier: In your first year, spend your time getting to know the clubs and the campus. Find out whether or not you like your major. There is no shame in changing to something else. That’s exactly what I did, albeit a little late in my

degree. As cliche as it sounds, freshman year is the time to figure yourself out and hone in on your specialization. In your second year, start working towards a career path. Explore. Do various internships in your area of expertise (i.e., something related to the major that you decided to pursue the year before) to determine what you like best. I recommend the LevelUP program at Riipen (www.riipen.com/levelup), which offers $1,400 for 80 hours of work at any company — and you can do up to four at a time! This is a great resource to get your foot in the door and network. If you aren’t comfortable with the responsibility of an internship, do some volunteering! It takes a little digging, but finding volunteer work in your field is possible and super helpful to

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Vol. 62 Issue 1 : le 5 octobre 2023

Notre équipe

Cecilia Palacio Gutiérrez Editor in Chief / Rédactrice en chef

Moi c’est Cecilia et je suis ravie d’être la rédactrice en chef pour cette année ! Je suis dans ma dernière année du programme des études internationales et j’ai aussi fait le certificat de traduction anglais-espagnol.

Pro Tem est le journal étudiant du collège Glendon. Publié pour la première fois en 1962, c’est la plus ancienne publication de l’Université York.

Opinions published in Pro Tem are those of the individual writers, and do not reflect the views of the publication as a whole. We will not print copy deemed racist, sexist, homophobic, or otherwise oppressive.

Les lettres envoyées au journal peuvent être éditées au niveau de la clarté ou du

Letter from the Editor

Coucou, Glendon !

contenu. All copy appearing in Pro Tem is at the discretion of the editorial team.

Feel free to respond to what you read in the pages of Pro Tem! / N’hésitez pas à réagir à ce que vouz avez lu dans Pro Tem!

To see past editions of Pro Tem, please visit our website: www.protemgl.com

Be sure to follow us on Instagram @protemglendon for reminders about upcoming deadlines and events.

Bonjour Glendon, je suis Michael Aquilino et je suis joyeux d’être le chef des opérations pour l’année à venir! I am a fourthyear History and Political Science student, hoping to pursue law in the future.

Étant donné que c’est la première fois que je vous adresse, j’espère que vous avez passé un super bon été ! Le temps se passe vite et on se rapproche à la semaine de lecture. Selon moi, elle est arrivée trop tôt, mais je me ne plains pas d’une semaine de repose. For those of you who may not know me, I am Cecilia, your new Editor in Chief, and I am absolutely delighted to present you with the first issue of Protem for the 2023-2024 year!

quelque chose pour tout le monde. Pour les nouveaux et nouvelles étudiant et étudiantes universitaires, jetez un oeil aux articles Starting Fresh(men), et Active Recall pour trouver des idées sur le succès academique et laborial. Si vous vivez en résidence, un des nos contributrice partage une recette que vous pouvez faire facilement dans vos chambres.

Je suis en dernière année ici à York, où j’étudie l’anglais et les études françaises. J’ai pour rêve de réaliser une carrière dans le domaine de l’édition. In my spare time I pursue the occasional short-lived hobby: roller skating, mountains biking, animation, gaming, 3D rendering, etc.

Bilingual

Amie Sosa

Journalist

/ Journaliste bilingue

Je m’appelle Amie Sosa et je suis en ma troisième année des études françaises et des études hispaniques. I look forward to contributing to Pro-Tem as your Bilingual Journalist! I recently launched my own baking business, I’m looking for a taste tester!

La sortie de ce numéro est un retour à la case de départ puisque je bossais distribuant des journaux quand j’étais petite. À huit ans je n’aurais jamais pensé que j’irais un jour distribuer des journaux à nouveau comme la rédatrice. However, like the seasons, life has a funny way of coming back around.

As we all finish settling into our autumn semester once more — or perhaps for the first time for those first years — don’t forget to take some time to watch the leaves fall. One thing I’m definitely guilty of overcommitting, and letting my work and assignments pile up. But this upcoming week is both for catching up with work, and relaxing. If curling up with a book is your thing, this issue has plenty for you to peruse.

Des recommendations sur les utiles pour l’arte digitale à des pièces sur les politiques de York, ce numéro à

This has truly been a labour of love from the whole Pro Team (as we like to call it), and we hope you value it just as much as we do. We would not exist without your support as contributors, readers and as a community, so thank you for your dedication. If you have yet to do so, please join our mailing list, follow us on instagram @protemglendon, and pick up a physical copy of our paper! N’oubliez pas que la prochaine date de contribution c’est demain, le 6 octobre, et puis le 20 octobre. Je suis ravie chaque fois que vous m’envoyez vos poèmes, photos, articles, recettes et histoires, alors envoyez-les ! Mon courriel est editor@protemglendon.com. Finally don’t forget that our official launch party is happening today at Lunik. Join us for food, fun and prizes! Hope to see you there!

À bientôt Glendon !

Cecilia Palacio Gutierrez Editor in Chief | Rédactrice en chef

Natalia Tovilla-Bátiz

Section Editor: Issues and Ideas, Health and Wellness & Expressions / Actualité et opinions, Santé et bien-être & Expressions

Currently I am in my fourth year of Political Science at Glendon, where I am also pursuing professional certificates in Public Administration and Law and another in Spanish for Business..

✉ editor@protemglendon.com

Maria Eydmans Assistant French Editor / Rédactrice française adjointe ✉ frencheditor@protemglendon.com

Michael Aquilino Chief of Operations / Chef des opérations ✉ operations@protemglendon.com

Active Recall!

Amie Sosa Bilingual Journalist

As the school year begins anew, we once again find ourselves in the familiar whirlwind of tests, quizzes, classes, lectures, readings, and all that falls between. It often feels overwhelming and can easily sap our motivation. We might even struggle to figure out where to start, leading us to sometimes not start at all. If this situation feels familiar, don’t worry — I’ve faced the same challenge and successfully overcome “study paralysis,” meaning you can do it as well!

I’m currently in my third year of French Studies and Hispanic Studies at Glendon, and this year, my goal is to excel in my classes. Throughout August, I delved into various study methods and techniques, and stumbled upon a particularly effective one known as active recall. This method comprises several strategies, and I’d like to highlight three of the most beneficial ones: the blurting method, the Feynman technique, and pre-tests. Each of these techniques is powerful on its own, but when used in harmony within a balanced study routine, they pave the path to success.

The blurting method, often employed in language learning courses (perfect if you’re a French major), is a threestep powerhouse: Read, Write, Revise. First, select a small section of the reading you want to study, then close your book. Next comes the fun part: jot down everything you recall from that section without peeking at the text. This is the active part of active recall, where you force your brain to memorize and retain the necessary information. The final step is revision, where you return to the text and compare what

you wrote with the actual content. Repeat this process until you can easily retain the section’s information.

The Feynman technique is named after the Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Richard Feynman, famous for his work in quantum and particle physics. This strategy involves simplifying and explaining a concept as if you were teaching it to someone else. Many experts suggest explaining it to a fifth-grader or a younger individual, as this can reveal any gaps in your grasp of the material. If you can’t find someone to explain it to — or your younger sibling simply isn’t eager to help — consider a toy or even your pet. Whether it’s a younger sibling, a favourite stuffed animal, or a pet hamster, the Feynman technique is an efficient method to bridge gaps and understand your material.

Though the most time-consuming, pre-tests are the gems in the study method world. They serve as a baseline and diagnostic tool, helping you focus your study efforts on the appropriate areas of development. Instead of diving straight into your study material, create a pre-test related to the topic you’re about to study. Transform your notes into questions and attempt to answer them all without looking at your notes. This approach prepares you for questions similar to those on your tests or exams, and helps identify your weak points.

Now, you might wonder how to incorporate these techniques into your study routine without overwhelming yourself. Step one is finding the right balance and discovering which methods work best for you. Rotate these methods between study sessions to keep things engaging. For instance, use the blurting method for language learning to improve your active recall of conjugations and grammar rules; employ the Feynman technique for complex subjects like linguistics; and use pretests to pinpoint your weaknesses before

each study session or class. Step two is consistency.

Establish a study routine that suits you and stick to it; make effective studying a habit. Step three is remembering the importance of taking breaks during your study sessions to prevent burnout and maintain focus. These three steps will keep your learning journey productive and engaging. As the school year progresses, don’t get disheartened if you face challenges. Learning how to study effectively is a skill that takes time to develop, and you might not

master it right away. Experiment with different techniques, study times, and approaches until you find what works best for you. Overcoming “study paralysis” and achieving success in your classes and throughout your university career is entirely feasible with the right strategies. Implement the blurting method, the Feynman technique, and pre-tests into your study routine, find a balance that suits you, stay consistent, and remember to take breaks. With dedication and perseverance, you can and will excel in your studies. I’m rooting for you!

Le YFS diminue la couverture médicale pour la santé mentale

Cecilia Palacio Gutiérrez Rédatrice en chef

les trois semaines et demie. En plus, il ne paie pas le taux complet d’un(e) professionnel(le). Le plan couvre 125 dollars par session. Heureusement, certain(e)s psychothérapeutes offrent des tarifs flexibles pour les personnes ne pouvant pas payer leur tarif complet. Cependant, il ne devrait pas être obligatoire pour les psychothérapeutes de changer leurs tarifs en raison du refus des compagnies d’assurances de couvrir les besoins des étudiant(e)s.

En bref, le plan d’assurance maladie offert aux étudiantes et étudiants

position — that is, something in between short-term and long-term. Working with one company for an extended time builds credibility and is exactly what post-graduate companies want to see. If last year you decided to go to graduate school, now is the time to start ticking off the boxes to make that happen.

In your fourth year, hopefully, your job search from the third year is fruitful. You are in the mid-term role and are filling out or have already filled out your to-do list to go to graduate school. Start asking for recommendation letters and preparing your personal statements. If you’re not going to graduate school, start applying for longterm jobs. This is the time to secure a fulltime role in your career.

Un des points dont nous sommes fiers/ fières en tant que Canadiens et Canadiennes est notre système de santé. L’Assurance-santé de l’Ontario, financée par les impôts, offre un niveau de soins de base aux résident(e)s de l’Ontario. Cependant, si nous ne sommes pas en danger immédiat ou si nous souhaitons traiter toutes nos douleurs, une assurance complémentaire est indispensable. Par exemple, une heure de massothérapie peut coûter cent dollars et le prix d’un(e) psychologue est facilement deux fois plus cher — si vous avez de la chance.

L’accès aux ressources de bien-être mental devient de plus en plus crucial. Il est rare de connaître des étudiant(e)s qui n’ont pas ou ne connaissent pas quelqu’un ayant des troubles anxieux, dépressifs, obsessionnels-compulsifs, ou encore des troubles du comportement alimentaire.

Vu que les troubles de santé mentale touchent si largement la population universitaire, il est étonnant que le YFS (Fédération d’étudiants de York) ait permis une réduction de la couverture d’assurance pour la communauté étudiante.

Le plan de santé et de soins dentaires du YFS pour l’année scolaire 20232024 prévoit quinze visites psychothérapeutiques par an. Il s’agit d’une réduction de cinq visites par rapport aux vingt visites couvertes l’année précédente. En d’autres termes, cette année, nous avons droit à une visite tous les vingt-quatre jours ou toutes

de York est exécrable — pire encore que l’année dernière. Personne ne peut se réparer psychologiquement en seulement quinze ou vingt heures. Nous pouvons nous demander si ces quinze heures sont utiles. Oui, sans doute ; quinze heures sont préférables à zéro. Mais nous nous trompons si nous pensons que le YFS peut seul nous aider à surmonter nos blessures psychologiques.

Starting Fresh(men), Avoiding the PostGrad Purgatory (cont.)

Maria Eydmans

French Editor

build experience and confidence. Use this time to also figure out if you want to pursue graduate school and the steps you need to take to make that happen.

In your third year, some of the second-year recommendations still apply. If you have found great success with volunteering and interning, find a mid-term

All in all, starting early in your job search can give you a leg up when it is time to find a job and avoid what I like to call post-graduation purgatory. My last piece of advice is timeless: don’t get discouraged when receiving rejections. It’s all a part of the process. If you get a response of rejection — instead of being corporately ghosted — that is a great sign! Ask for feedback where possible — maybe something in your resume or cover letter isn’t getting across. Don’t worry; you’ll get it. As they say, good things come to those who wait (and those who keep going).

Canada’s Last Remaining Women’s University to Close in 2024

Maria Eydmans

French Editor

In recent years, Canadian urban architecture has followed a trend where modernity gradually supersedes tradition. This transformation is exemplified by the demolition of historic homes to make way for towering apartment complexes and parking lots. The erasure of historical structures extends beyond residential buildings to public spaces, as evidenced by the recent announcement of Brescia University College’s merger with Western University.

Brescia, the last remaining all-women’s university in Canada, unveiled this merger plan just last month, set to take effect in May 2024. Established in 1919 by the Ursuline Sisters to provide women ed-

ucation, this decision marks the end of 104 years of history. The announcement has sent shockwaves through both the student body and faculty, drawing criticism from those directly affected as well as media outlets.

The rationale behind the merger is purportedly Western University’s expansion ambitions. Some argue that changing demographics and increased gender equality have created different educational needs. According to Lauretta Frederking, president of Brescia, the agreement aims to “better position us to enhance educational outcomes for students with the greatest needs,” given that women now comprise a significant portion of post-secondary enrolments (56% women and 44% men enrolled in a university or college, according to Statistics Canada).

Yet, what remains unaddressed is the significance of preserving safe spaces for women. Whether driven by philosophy, religion, comfort, or physical safety concerns, a majority of Brescia University College applicants are drawn to its unique all-female community. As one Brescia alumna reacted to the news, “It’s sad to see such an empowering place for women close its doors.”

Despite the merger’s mission to “enhance educational outcomes for students who remain underrepresented within the higher educational landscape,” as stated in the official statement posted on Brescia’s Instagram account, discussions surrounding the merger have led to divisive gender-based arguments. Comments like “Good, an end to sexism by allowing equal treatment of both men and women and not discriminating against men” on social media platforms fail to acknowledge the underrepresented groups that the merger aims to support. Unfortunately, unbiased input

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Photo by Maria Eydmans

on this matter has been notably scarce. As we navigate this transitional period in gender-related issues, including terminology, legislation, and enforcement, the closure of Brescia University College remains a complex and unresolved issue. It underscores the ongoing debates about preserving women’s spaces in both physical and digital realms, emphasizing the intricacies of the situation. In a time when gender-related matters are undergoing profound shifts, there is no definitive answer regarding the closure of Brescia University College. On one hand, Canada aims for intersectional inclusivity, while on the other, the individual’s freedom of peaceful assembly and association is a fundamental right enshrined in the Canadian Charter, raising concerns about potential infringements. Ultimately, only time and experience will reveal the success or failure of closing Brescia University College in pursuit of inclusivity.

La sécurité sur le TTC

Cecilia Palacio Gutiérrez Rédatrice en chef

Les personnes vivent dans une grande ville, comme celle de Toronto, ont toutes des expériences… mémorables à raconter à propos du transport public. Mon frère, habitant de Los Angeles, rigolait en narrant la fois qu’il a marché sur une pipe à crack dans le métro ; serait-ce de la chance ou de

la malchance ? se demandait-il. En prenant le train à New York, ma cousine s’est fait effrayée par un rat géant qui sentait sa valise. À Bogota, mon père se divertissait en écoutant les rappeurs qui faisaient du freestyle sur le tramway entre chaque arrêt. Malheureusement, pas toutes les histoires du métro sont si amusantes. Entre les stations de Warden et BloorYonge, une vieille femme a hurlé après moi et mon ami. Elle nous accusait d’être des prostituées, des espionnes travaillant pour la mafia nord-coréenne. Elle était au moins créative.

La semaine dernière, j’étais en train de me déplacer au centre-ville à midi pour un rendez-vous, et j’ai entendu un homme crier des choses incompréhensibles dans le métro. Plusieurs personnes se sont éloignées, mais on pouvait toujours l’entendre dans les nouveaux trains. Une dame nous a discrètement prévus que

l’homme avait un couteau. Là, en me souvenant de l’agression à l’arme blanche de l’année passée à Eglinton, j’ai ressenti de la vraie peur.

Que faire quand on se retrouve dans ces situations ? Cela dépend en fait du lieu où vous vivez. Votre premier réflexe est probablement de vous défendre, peut-être avec une arme, bien que cela ne soit qu’un soulier. Cependant, les lois canadiennes ne sont pas nécessairement favorables à l’autodéfense. Il est interdit d’avoir et de porter des objets destinés à blesser les autres — y compris les articles de défense personnelle : c’est-à-dire, les tasers, les couteaux et les sprays antiagression sont tous illégaux. Même si l’objet n’est pas une arme, si on le porte avec l’intention de blesser quelqu’un, on peut être poursuivi en justice. La crainte est que ces objets puissent être utilisés pour attaquer quelqu’un ou pour se défendre. En plus, il est difficile de prouver que c’était pour l’autodéfense et non pas pour faire du mal. On pourrait même dire que c’est le même argument qu’aux États-Unis concernant les armes à feu — étant donné que les armes de défense personnelle ne sont pas du tout aussi puissantes qu’un pistolet, bien sûr, mais nous laisserons ce sujet pour un autre article.

Alors, on ne peut pas porter des armes d’autodéfense, ni même quelque chose avec l’intention de se défendre. Que faire ? Voici quelques-unes de mes idées. Désolé d’avance pour les gens qui ne portent pas de sacs partout où ils vont, vous n’aurez pas autant d’options sur cette liste.

Commençons par les clés. Un coup de poing avec une clé fait du mal à l’agresseur(euse) et vous donne la chance de courir. Si vous en avez plusieurs, mettez

vos clés entre les doigts, à la manière de Wolverine. Voyant qu’on porte nos clés à tout moment, il n’est pas une mauvaise idée d’avoir une alarme personnelle. J’ai un sifflet attaché à mes clés, mais vous pouvez aussi opter pour une version plus sophistiquée. Il existe des appareils et des applications qui appellent la police, mais rechargez-les toujours avant de vous en servir.

Si vous avez des aérosols dans vos sacs, n’hésitez pas à les sacrifier si vous êtes en danger. C’est peut-être l’une des seules fois où être accaparant(e) peut vous assurer d’arriver à votre destination. Les produits suivants peuvent vous gagner du temps si vous visez les yeux : la laque, le désinfectant pour les mains, le parfum, l’eau oxygénée. Un briquet et un aérosol peuvent être dangereux ; soyez prudent(e) s, n’utilisez pas plus de force ni de violence qu’essentielles.

Une bouteille d’eau peut aussi te servir de défense si nécessaire. Personnellement, je rentre toujours tard avec une bouteille d’eau à la main. Un parapluie peut avoir un effet similaire. Néanmoins, toutes ces options — les clés, le parfum, une bouteille — peuvent être considérées comme une arme dans un tribunal. Je ne vous dis pas d’agresser quelqu’un, je vous demande simplement d’être vigilant(e)s et de rester en sécurité. Les lois canadiennes sur l’autodéfense devraient-elles être modifiées ? Je ne sais pas ; je ne crois pas qu’elles le feront. Mais chaque jour que je prends le métro, j’ai de plus en plus envie de m’inscrire à un cours de boxe.

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Glendon O-Week

Glendon was proud to welcome the incoming class of 2023-2024 with a riveting Orientation Week! Glendon College Student Union and an incredible team of upper-year volunteers worked together to execute ten whole days of events where students could explore Glendon campus and the rest for the GTA. From drag shows to a dodgeball tournament, and of course the iconic Glendon Carnival, O-Week was a place where friendships formed and unforgettable memories were made!

Photos by GCSU

Expressions

Meeting Luis Angel on a Mountain

Destiny Chan

Contributor

As He came out of the bush

As we were hiking down the mountain Appearing as if he lived there

Summoned to impart his wisdom

Man and forest were hard to tell apart Holding his bush-whacking tools— The ones he had used to prepare the way He wore a soiled holey rubber apron In the same muted forest tones of the rest of his clothing

Also caked with dirt and mud

I could see flecks of the forest on his skin Bits of mud and leaves that everyone back home would squeal at the sight of And rush to remove

They do not belong to the outside like he does

They do not know the bush like he does They have not lived the life that he has

They are not at peace with the sun and the leaves and the vegetables and the fruit and the trees and the bugs and the birds and the earth and the rain and this land like he is

This tropical biodiverse place

This is their home

This is their livelihood

We are their guests

Trusted

But to an extent Invited

But foreign

Privileged and entitled But in varying degrees

Will you teach us what this land has to offer?

Will you show us your life like a celebrity we can admire and look up to? Will you let us listen to your story?

Alive

Destiny Chan

Contributor

As our heads bobbed above The crystal-clear water

Surrounded by Luscious light greens

Deep military hues

Revealed by The Sun

The constant background roar of the river rushing away from our bodies

As we sipped cool clean water

Shocking our warm-blooded systems

Wading through the freezing rushing pool

To get relief from the balmy heated climate

We looked into each other’s eyes

Smiles plastered on our faces

“What a time to be alive!”

“What an adventure to have,” “Sitting in a river”

“In the middle of a rainforest”

“In Costa Rica”

“With classmates, I just met”

All our eyes lit up

Wide open

As if to communicate this Together

Photo par Destiny Chan

Photo par Destiny Chan

Jury Duty as an Honour, Duty or Task?

Michael Aquilino Chief of Operations

The Government of Ontario defines a jury as “a group of people randomly selected to make decisions at a trial in a court of law” (2023). Recently, I was posed with the thought-provoking question: “In your opinion, is it an honour, duty, or task to serve as a juror in the Canadian justice system?” After careful consideration, I believe that serving as a juror in the Canadian justice system is an honour. To defend my position, I will provide reasons as to why serving as a juror is not a duty, nor a task.

A duty is defined by the Legal Information Institute of Cornell Law School as, “An obligation, created by law or contract. A legal duty requires a person to conform their actions to a particular standard. And it also carries with it a recognition that the law will enforce this duty to the benefit of other individuals [in this instance, parties of a legal case] to whom this duty is owed” (2020). Through exploration of the “Jury Duty in Ontario” website, the above definition holds true in the province, at least with regards to those who have been formally selected for the jury panel.

Similarly, Canada is founded on the principles of a constitutional monarchy, where the nation is effectively governed by its constitution. The Constitution Act of 1982, containing the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, states, “Every individual is equal before and under the law” (15/1), and, with respect to jury service, “Any person charged with an offence has the right

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[...] to the benefit of trial by jury” (11f). Seeing that a legal duty is defined as an obligation set out by law, jury service can also be defined as such (11f). Yet, the “Jury Duty in Ontario” website provides a list of professions, including medical practitioners, police officers and lawyers, that are relieved of their eligibility for jury service.

A legal obligation, as jury service is, should be administered in accordance with Section 15, para. 1 of The Charter, in an equal and equitable manner — what is the law for one, must also be the law for another. The practice of exempting certain people from such a highly esteemed aspect of the Canadian cultural and legal atmosphere does not abide by these constitutionally-entrenched principles. In spite of these professions’ supposedly societally-indispensable character, I cannot rationally perceive jury service as a duty given these exceptions.

Anything defined as a Canadian duty should be true of all Canadian citizens, regardless of their position(s) in society. Exclusion of an individual from a duty based upon their profession is not just. Additionally, individuals who find themselves among the list of excluded professions have the right to the probable benefit of a jury, should they become involved in a criminal or civil trial. If they wish to receive one, they should also be eligible to sit on one.

Furthermore, jury service is not simply a task. Black’s Law Dictionary defines a task as, “The essential and smallest part of a job that is a unit of work differentiating from other parts of the project” (2023). While jury service can be viewed as a mere task affecting a greater judicial whole, Charles Davison’s asserts in his article: “We view juries as a fundamental protector of our liberties and freedoms — 12 ordinary, independent fellow citizens who can

protect us from the whims and arbitrariness of decisions made by officials who are beholden to the sovereign, a local figure, or other arms of government” (12). The critical function and importance of jury service in Canada is indisputable, It would be foolish to deem it a mere task.

In light of jury duty’s selective yet random nature, not everyone is granted the opportunity to participate (or is even eligible, for that matter). Thus, jury service in Canada is an honour — an activity that Canadians should be very pleased, proud, and grateful to partake in.

Works Cited

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Legal%20Meaning&text=The%20e sential%20and%20smallest%20part,other%20 parts%20of%20the%20project. Accessed 21 Sept. 2023.

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and inaugurate a new campus in Markham, strategically poised to accommodate the surging student population within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). After a protracted wait, this summer witnessed York’s reveal of a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate programs earmarked for its Markham campus. While this marks a significant stride forward, a conspicuous omission in the university’s portfolio remains: the absence of medical and dentistry schools.

York University presently boasts several prestigious specialty schools, including the Schulich School of Business

and Osgoode Law School, complemented by exceptional multilingual liberal arts and science programs. However, to truly solidify its standing as a comprehensive institution prepared to confront the challenges of the future, York must channel investments into establishing a medical and dentistry school. This approach mirrors the trajectory of other prominent provincial universities such as Western University, McMaster University, University of Ottawa, Queen’s University, and the University of Toronto, each bolstered by a triumvirate of specialty schools: law, business, and medicine.

Canada’s prolonged shortage of medical practitioners has plagued the nation, leaving approximately 6.5 million individuals without access to family doctors. The dearth of adequately trained medical professionals perpetuates a stark divide: the number of Canadians without primary care physicians escalates annually, leaving them without continuous health oversight. Alarming statistics underscore this concern, with Global News reporting that “half of Canadians do not have a primary care physician.” Furthermore, a study by the Angus Reid Institute reveals that 41% of

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healthcare workers advocate for structural reforms to simplify the process for foreign-trained physicians to practice in Canada, while 35% support the expansion of university and college programs to address the country’s doctor shortage. In this pressing national context, York University must assume a pivotal role in propelling Canada forward.

Though York prides itself on well-established and reputable science programs, it is imperative that the institution explores the creation of its own medical and dentistry school. This endeavor would provide a broader spectrum of students with the opportunity to pursue these crucial fields of study and specialization within Ontario. Notably, Simon Fraser University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and the University of Prince Edward Island are poised to inaugurate brand new medical schools in the fall of 2026. Meanwhile, Premier Tim Houston of Nova Scotia has recently invested in Cape Breton University, collaborating with Dalhousie University to establish a new medical sciences campus in 2025. With three campuses now under its purview — Keele, Glendon, and Markham — York University should consider joining the ranks of institutions dedicated to nurturing the doctors and dental specialists of tomorrow.

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¿Dónde

está mi gente?: Un appel à l’inclusivité

Amie Sosa Journaliste

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L’émission de MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) a fait des progrès significatifs en matière de reconnaissance et de représentation de la diversité en invitant et en présentant plusieurs artistes hispaniques tels que Peso Pluma, Karol G, Shakira et bien d’autres chanteurs et paroliers talentueux. Cette célébration de la représentation espagnole aux VMA a mis en lumière le besoin d’inclusion de toutes les communautés dans les institutions académiques comme l’Université York, qui a semblé négliger la communauté espagnole pendant le Mois de l’héritage hispanique.

Les VMA ont été l’occasion de reconnaître et de célébrer le talent des communautés hispaniques et latinoaméricaines. L’émission a fait les gros titres en mettant en lumière des artistes espagnols qui ont apporté une contribution majeure à l’industrie musicale. Cette reconnaissance était particulièrement importante, car elle coïncidait avec le Mois du patrimoine hispanique.

L’absence d’accueil officiel de la

communauté espagnole à York, où la population hispanophone est assez élevée au sein d’une communauté étudiante diverse, était flagrante. On peut alors se demander : l’institution n’a-t-elle pas, tout en s’efforçant d’être inclusive, volontairement négligé la communauté espagnole au cours de cette période cruciale consacrée à la célébration de notre héritage ? Lors d’un séminaire auquel j’ai assisté avec le comité DEDI (Décolonisation, équité, diversité et inclusion) du campus Keele, nous avons discuté que les institutions tentent souvent d’être « super inclusives » pour le groupe minoritaire le plus bruyant, au point qu’elles finissent par exclure les autres.

Une véritable inclusion exige la reconnaissance et la célébration égales de tous les groupes culturels et ethniques. Ils auraient pu prévoir des espaces pour les organisations dirigées par des étudiants, telles que l’Organisation des étudiants latino-américains (OLAS), afin de promouvoir la sensibilisation et la compréhension aux diverses cultures hispaniques et latino-américaines. L’OLAS et d’autres organisations hispaniques jouent un rôle crucial dans la représentation des intérêts et des cultures des étudiants hispaniques et latino-américains. Ces

dernières offrent des espaces pour célébrer les traditions, les langues et les histoires vibrantes et diverses de ces communautés. Toutefois, leurs efforts sont limités sans le soutien et la reconnaissance de l’université. La célébration du Mois du patrimoine hispanique devrait être intégrée au calendrier universitaire de la même manière que les autres célébrations culturelles. En fournissant des ressources et un soutien aux organisations, l’Université York peut et doit créer un environnement plus inclusif et plus accueillant pour tous les étudiants, quelle que soit leur origine culturelle.

Les VMA 2023 ont été

particulièrement remarquables pour leurs efforts visant à mettre en avant la représentation espagnole afin de lancer le Mois du patrimoine hispanique. Néanmoins, il est essentiel de rappeler que l’inclusivité doit être un effort soutenu et non pas limité aux mois spécifiques. Cela est valable à la fois pour l’industrie du divertissement et pour nos établissements d’enseignement. En tant qu’institution diversifiée et progressive, l’Université York devrait montrer l’exemple en veillant à ce que tous les groupes culturels, y compris la communauté espagnole, se sentent accueillis et célébrés tout au long de l’année universitaire.

Drawing on Digital Due Diligence

Maria Eydmans

French Editor

In this digital age, knowing how to use virtual resources is vital. This is especially true for entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals. Within the past ten or so years, there has been an increase in the creative industry due to the popularization of content creation. Traditional artists, including painters and illustrators, who may not be well-versed in digital art, have found this transition to be quite challenging. The digitization of their work is fundamental to the modern artist, whether that be through precise photography or high-quality scanners. Working within the virtual medium — creating art from pixels and codes — is the most difficult method, but by far the most effective. This article covers a few tried and true applications or websites, catering to different artistic specializations, that help the new digital artist succeed in their ven-

ture into the virtual.

For illustrators, I have found Procreate to be the app of choice. It is a onetime purchase of $17.99 for an array of different brushes (including not only your traditional pens, pencils, markers, and paintbrushes, but also the more innovative textures of water, hair, snow, and others) and an unlimited number of canvases. What’s more is that there is an entire community of Procreators who will share custom brushes online for free. To work with Procreate, the artist must have a tablet and, ideally, a stylus. I highly recommend the iPad mini and Apple Pencil duo. Although the screen canvas has a learning curve, it is easily surpassed with a few YouTube tutorials and practice. Procreate has, in my experience, helped me overcome artistic limitations such as wasting expensive art supplies from poor handling or accidental misuse, occupying space in my small and characteristic Torontonian home, and being completely unportable. So if you are

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an illustrator looking to explore the world of digital art, Procreate is a worthy companion on your creative journey.

Blender is ideal for those inter-

Santé et bien-être

Geneviève Stacey

Contributrice

Ingrédients

• 1 tasse de nouilles qui cuisent en moins de quatre minutes, comme de fines nouilles de riz.

• 1 cuillère à café de graines de lin moulues (facultatif)

• ¼ tasse de légumes secs mélangés

• ¼ tasse d’arachides rôties

• 1 ½ cuillère à café de bouillon en poudre

• 2 cuillères à soupe de poudre de beurre d’arachide

• ½ cuillère à café de coriandre (en feuilles, pas en graines)

• ¼ cuillère à café de poudre d’ail

• ¼ cuillère à café de poudre de gingembre

• ⅛ cuillère à café de poivre

• Une pincée de poudre de cayenne

ested in 3D animation, rendering, or game design. It is an application that is free to download on any computer, with some usage limitations. As it is quite demanding, a

better quality computer is ideal. However, I use the Microsoft Surface Go, a cute, dainty, pink laptop, and I can create digital renderings with minimal downtime during downloads. Although there is quite a large learning curve, one that packs a bigger punch than Procreate, there are tutorials online that help you start small. The trick is to first master the basics, only then bending the rules to work for you — as with anything, really. However, I find that ambitious individuals, including myself, often forget how to go about learning something new.

Intranetgirl is a famed UK-based YouTuber and student of the digital arts who makes intermediate tutorials on the program. I have found that as long as you have a play, pause, and rewind function on your device, her tutorials are helpful or, at the very least, inspiring.

For those of us who love image editing or design, PicMonkey is a beginner-friendly website to help you get started. I have used it for years for both school and personal projects. It can create digital work from scratch or even edit photography. For those who want a more advanced editing or creative experience, they also offer a subscription-based upgrade. Another website that my fellow students love is Canva. It also works as an alternative to PowerPoint or Prezi, for those of us left wanting more from plain and uninviting presentation pre-

sets. Canva is a great source of inspiration for printables such as posters, business cards, etc. It even offers a free AI service for collaborative icons and graphic designs. As with PicMonkey, there is a paid-for upgrade, but I find the free version to fulfil all my creative needs.

If what you are looking for is to code, you can do so on any computer. Mac has a built-in application called TextEdit where you can work with HTML and view how it would look on a website. Windows has downloadable apps such as Vim that perform the same functions. Both are fairly straightforward but you would need to have a working or beginner knowledge of markup language to work them. Not to worry, though, since tutorials are abundant both online and in the classroom. York sometimes offers courses on creating web content that are helpful for baby coders. The accessibility that the digital medium gives to artists is incredible. If you are on the fence because you need access to expensive electronics, York is home to many computer labs, and offers their students free use of Microsoft Office and specific Adobe software. I encourage you to get started! While digitizing creative work may seem daunting, it can also offer a sense of freedom when you have all the necessary tools readily available.

Préparation

1. Pour l’assembler, mettez tous les ingrédients dans un bol (si vous

souhaitez le manger immédiatement) ou un bocal de conservation avec un couvercle (si vous voulez le conserver pour un autre moment).

2. Pour le préparer, ajoutez de l’eau bouillante jusqu’à ce qu’elle recouvre les ingrédients dans le bocal. Après avoir un peu remué les ingrédients, laissez-les reposer entre cinq et dix minutes.

3. Votre repas est prêt.

Great Glendon Grub

Maria Eydmans

French Editor

Maybe you got to campus early and have some time before class starts; maybe you’re on break in the middle of a lecture and only have a few minutes; or maybe you have a few hours between one class and

another. In any case, you have some time to grab a snack or have a meal. Lucky for you, Glendon has it all. Even luckier, you have a quick guide to your school’s fantastic foods and where to find them.

The Tim Hortons on campus is by far the most popular among the student body. However, unless you have a few long minutes to wait in line or have caught the baristas on their down time, Tim’s isn’t the most ideal mid-lecture stop. If you’re a fan of the standard Tim’s menu, I’m sorry to disappoint you further. However, they’ve got hot and iced coffee, signature pastries, and bagels. It’s also super easy to find, with it being smack-dab at the front of the main building.

The cafeteria has three major pop-ups or ateliers du chef where the food changes everyday, offering a large variety and a hearty meal. They’ve also got great grab-and-gos, including coolers with sushi, sandwiches, snacks, and hot plates with sweet and savoury pastries. A personal favourite of mine are the spinach and feta, and the leek and feta danishes. Like Tim’s, there is a long wait during the lunch

Nouilles instantanées au beurre d’arachide

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rush, but if you have some time between classes, it’s well worth the wait. They also have self-serve salad and coffee bars and a soda fountain, located in York Hall.

Not only are there vending machines scattered all around the campus with your favourite junk food, but there has been a recent addition to the roster: the Kitchenmate Kiosk, which is chef-crafted and locally-produced. With a menu that updates each week, and fresh, flash-frozen meals delivered each morning, this is Glendon’s hidden gem. There is never a queue because of its novelty. The meals take up to ten minutes to cook using the attached hot

plates, and the cold foods are grab-and-go friendly. Found at the La Station Stairwell, just beside the Breezeway, this gourmet kiosk is completely self-serve, which is a dream come true for us introverts.

Independent of what you’re craving, how much time you have, and where you are on campus, Glendon has got you covered. If you’re not satisfied with these options, you can always take the conveniently located 124 bus up to Lawrence Station and find yourself surrounded by mom-and-pop coffee shops, vegan eateries, and more. You’ll never go hungry at Glendon!

Une recette de lasagne végétarienne

Caroline McLaughlin Contributrice

Ingrédients

• 3 courgettes

• 1 aubergine

• L’huile d’olive

• Une bouteille de sauce tomate

• 6 nouilles de lasagne

• Une boule de mozzarella (350 grammes)

• Une tasse de ricotta

• ¼ tasse de basilic

Préparation

1. Premièrement, on préchauffe le four à 200 degrés Celsius.

2. On rate trois courgettes et aussi une grande aubergine.

3. On cuit bien les courgettes et l’aubergine dans une casserole avec un peu d’huile d’olive.

4. Ensuite, on ajoute la bouteille de sauce tomate dans la casserole.

5. On laisse la sauce et les légumes cuire ensemble pendant 10 minutes.

6. Après, on fait bouillir les nouilles de lasagne pendant 10 minutes, ou jusqu’à ce qu’elles soient tendres.

7. On râte une boule de mozzarella.

8. On hache le basilic et on le mélange avec une tasse de ricotta.

9. On commence à faire les couches en utilisant une longue poêle. Premièrement, on met la moitié du mélange dans la poêle de courgettes, puis trois nouilles de lasagne. Après ça, on ajoute une couche de ricotta et de basilic. Ensuite, on ajoute trois nouilles de lasagne et le reste du mélange de courgettes. Finalement, on met la mozzarella.

10. On cuit la lasagne pendant 30 minutes au four, ou jusqu’à ce que la mozzarella devienne un peu dorée.

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