The Cascade February 22, 1994 Volume 1 Issue 9

February 22, 1994

Vol.1 No. 9

Anita Bradford digs into the stories behind the Lion, which · members of the International Committee for a Free Vietnam paraded in celebration of the Chinese New Year at the International Development Seminar.

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Thepktures I have neatly arranged · on these pages remind me of times · that are passed away.

We are always smiling in those photographs . .. but I wonder what each person was really thinking inside As/ captured their soul on film.

Vinny's Top Ten reasons why Valentine's Day sucked 1. Your EX calls you to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day.

-Jill Bryant

2. You are allergic to choclates and flowers ..

The Cascade is looking for aspiring poets to submit their material for publication. Please drop off your work in Room E242.

3. The only mail you recieved was an overdue bill.

4. Your mate has a calendar from 1986 and was a LI11...Elate with the gift.

5. You choked on a candy heart.

DESTINY I chose to forget You chose to forgive.

We tried to follow separate paths.

But - the trail led back.

My steps to yours yours to mine.

We slowly follow the faded trail TOGETHER. Unsure of ourselves, trembling until Our destiny is reached.

6. Every man/woman on this planet is already taken.

7. You sent an anonymous love letter, but in your nervousness -- signed your name ..

8. Some "heavy-breather" decided that your number was \he luvky number that night.

9. You find out that the cute guy/girl in clas is married and has ten children.

-Katrina Boyer

10. Your grandmother has a date and you don't

Last Issue's Cover On the cover of the February 10th issue of the Cascade, were two exemplary photographs taken by Craig Wishant.

Wishant is a student of the _GraphicArts.

To those who questioned the pictures, they are art.

Interpre-tations are left up to the individual.

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UCFV Student Newspaper 22nd February 1994 Vol.1 No. 9 RoomE 242, Abby campus.

33844 King Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2S4N2 854-4529 Toe views expressed in Toe.Cascade are not necessarily those of the UCFV Faculty, Administration, students, Student Society, or anyone else's for that matter! They were just slipped underneath our office door.

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WHO? Wer the Staff, are composed of dedicated, warped individuals who have come together to produce this crazy publication.

Weare: Editor-in-Chief Bryan Sikora Managing Editor Doug Colby Assoc. Managing-Editor Monique Marchant Production Coordinators .

Jill Bryant Michelle Demers Sports Director Bryan Sikora Contributing Writers Monique Marchant Colleen Mah Michelle.Demers Doug Colby Bryan Sikora Rhonda Elliot Vince Viola Madelaine James Kwantes Anita Bradford Melanie Glaim Jill Bryant Nolan Webb Qare Goldman Jeff Tisdale Dallas J. Bryan Jones Katrina Boyer Photographer Bryan Sikora Advertising Director Bryan Sikora Advertising Reps Christ Stier Brent Leith Sarah MacAllister Do not blame us for anything, for we are only pawns in a much larger game ....

This issue is dedicated to the memory of Liberace. May his candelabra live on ...

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Canada's participation in International Development discussed at UCFV Debate rages over governmental roles in Canada's aid policies

By Anita Bradford

" ... good to hear discussionabout the extent to which governmental, churchand other non-governmental organimtionsreallyhavebeenpaying attentionto the communitiestheyare meantto serve."

- Colin Ridgewell

OnSaturday,Februacy 12, students and community members gathered at UCFV to take a deeper look at Canada's role in International Development The five panel members traveled from Matsqui, Vancouver aQdas far away as Ottawa to represent various relief and development agencies in a series of three forums dealing with the past, present and ranging form political oppression, justice future of Canada's efforts abroad. and peacemaking, to standards for Discussions were moderated by agriculture, health care, education, aswell political science instructor Ron Dart, and as environmental concerns in the Third opened with a presentation by Dr. Norman World.

Cook, Director of the Non-Governmental Guizar Samji, the only woman Organization (NGO) Division of the panelist openly criticized CIDA's Canadian Partnership Branch at CIDA economicmodelsofdevelopment,leading (Canadian International----------to interesting debates Development Agency.) about the roles of both Dr. Cook gave an governmental and nonoverview of Canada's g o v er n m e n t a I involvement in developing organizationsinCanada's countries, and explained the aid policies. philosophy behind this Between forums, involvement. participants avoided Other panel intellectual overload by members included Clayton enjoying Chinese Dim Arkensyn-Volger of Ten Sum and a lunch time Days for World performance of the Lion Development (an Dance by local members educational agency of the International representing the Anglican, Committee for a Free Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Dexter Hirabe was one of Vietnam.

Presbyterian and United many students who A tour through the Churches of Canada), Jim questioned the S member rt gallery's exhibit, Rader of Amnesty panelonSaturday,Feb.12.

'Images of China" International and Corovided a taste of the Development Canada ( a British Columbia grandeur and profound simplicity of NGO); Guizar Samji of the United Nations Chinese culture, as portrayed throughout Association and Bill Theissen of the the calligraphy and photography of 1992 Mennonite Central Committee.

Asia Pacific award recipients Marie They presented discussion on issues ChristineJ. TremblayandColinH.Doeur.

Good luck brought hotne In honor of the recent Chinese New Year, members of the International Committee for a Free Vietnam performed the Lion Dance at UCFV's February 12th . International Development Forum.

area youth can learn to read and write Vietnamese, as well as their efforts to promote cultural awareness and pride among teens who have becomeentangled in gang violence.

Between debates and Dim Sum, participants were treated to this highly symbolic dance, which is intended to bring good luck to the home (or University College?) in which it is performed.

As a political and social organization, the International Committee for a Free Vietnam bas worked to provide their people with a ''home away from home, "as well as opportunities to sene and protect the children of their local communities.

Nhan Huynh, Master of the Lion Dance, spoke with me on behalf of bis group members, at times translating from Vietnamese, to tell me of their deep concern for the plight of their countrymen; those in Canada and displaced in Malaysia and the Philippines as well as for those still in Vietnam. He shared proudly the committee's role in opening a Vietnamese School, where Vancouver

Dancer Ken Tran emphasized the Committee's overseas concern; when asked what be hoped to accomplish through bis voluntary work, be answered quietly, "Freedom for Vietnamese people in Vietnam."

Look for performances of the Lion Dance in Chilliwack's Jw,lly 1st Canada Day Parade.

Photos by Bryan Sikora

Directorof theNon-Governmental OgranizationDivisionof the Canadian Partnership at CIDA, Dr. Norman Cook, shared bis philosophy on Canada's involvement in International Development.

The soothing flute music playing softly in the background added to the serene beauty of the exhibit. <;olin Ridgewell, head of the International Studies Department at UCFV, was very pleased with the large turnout to this event, aswell as the depth of discussion participants enjoyed. ''The issues discussed were very important and went beyond a simple, surface analysis of events. In particular, it was good to hear discussion about the extent to which governmental, church and other non-governmental organizations really have been paying attention to the communities they are meant to serve."

It takes courage to sign up and pay

for a hard, seven-hour look at a complex subject like Canada's role in International Development.

The panelists, faculty, students and community members who turned out for the forums illustrated, at least to me, the crucial difference between being politically correct and being politically effective-a· commitment to education, awareness, and finally action.

Any students wishing to understand the major issues of development should consider enrolling in the university transfer International Studies program at UCFV. More information can be obtained from Colin Ridgewell at Local 4554 or office a304(e) on the Abbotsford Campus.)

Of hope and promise: art against racism Racism and racial discrimination

are very much facts of life in Canadian society, whether expressed in blatant hostility, in stereotyping, "polite" prejudice or systemic discrimination.

However, open discussion canhelp allay the ignorance and fear that feeds racism, and artists, as cultural keepers and interpreters, ar~ uniquely positioned to produce powerful statements on the themes of racism and anti-racism.

For this reason, the AbbotsfordMatsqui Arts Council is presenting "Of Hope and Promise", an exhibition of art against racism, workshops, and an evening of live performances on the themes of racism, anti-racism, racial discrimination and exploitation, and cross-cultural expression and understanding.

The art exhibition will be open to the public Monday, March 21 to Thursday, March 24, noon to 8pm daily, and Friday, March 25, from noon to 4pm at the McCallum Activity Centre, 2478 McCallum Road in Abbotsford.

Anti-racism workshops will take place on Monday March 21, the United Nations Day for the Eliminationof Racial Discrimination, and throughout the week leading up to an evening of poetry readings, short stories and short dramatic works on Saturday March 26 at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium.

Artists of all ages and enthnocultural and artisticbackgrounds residing in the central and upper Fraser Valley may enter work for jurying and possible inclusion in either the art exhibition or the evening of readings and performances. For Call for Entry forms call 852-9358 or write to: Of Hope and Promise, Box 336, Abbotsford, B.C., V2S4N9.

The deadline for submission of poems, stories and plays is March 3.

Registration by artists wishing to submit visual artwork is March 15.

Of Hope and Promise is made possible with the assistance of Multiculturalism and Citizenship Canada.

It's a dog-gone good year ByMonique Marchant The ChineseLunar New Year was celebrated on February 10 as the Year of the Dog commenced.

Etch year is assigned to a certain animal. This originates from people believing that the xear was a beast which would come to the village and prey on the cattle and fowl.

Drums werebeat andbonfireswere lit to help scare off the animal. Paper masks in the form oflions were also used.

Today the lion dances and goes around visiting families to spread good luck. Lettuce andred packets are hllllgup to attract the lions which come to give out blessing for the new year.

This ttaditioo was demonstrated here at UCFV on February 10. A groupof

people from the Abbotsford Vietnamese Associationprovided students, staff, and facultynumerousopportunitiesto observe this tradition as they moved from the E loungeto the Great Hall,the Cafeteria,and finallyto the area in front of the bookstore for their final demonstration.

The performance in the Cafeteria was perhaps the most dramatic. It interrupted the All-Candidates Meeting, entering just after it was mentioned that GraceMcCarthy wouldnot be there. Both the meeting and the dance headlined on the BCTV News Hour that night Karola Stenson from International "Educationwon the contest to see who couldpick up the most lettucein following each demonstration. Rumour has it she won a tossed salad.

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Equality brought to the forefront

By Jill Bryant Morethan a dozenwomengathered arounda squareof tables in theboardroom.

It was February 11, 1994, and we were here to hear Guizar Samji, vice-president of the Vancouver Branch of the United Nations Association speak at UCFV. Ms. Samji spoke with enthusiasm of the movement for peace, development and equality for women from it's beginnings in 1946, when the first United Nations Committee on the Status of Women was instituted, to preparationsfor the 1995 UN Women's Conference is Beijing, China.

The major objective of the 1995 conference is preparation and promotion of a plan of action for therest of the century regardingthe goals of peace, development and equality.

Awareness-raising, decisionmaking, literacy, poverty, health, violence and technology are all important aspects of this plan, and it is hoped that all 180 countries in the United Nations will ratify it.

Ms. Samji told us of her hope that a permanent committee on gender issues will be set up in Canada, both on national and regional scales. There is an acknowledged need for a central communication network for all women, but as Ms. Samji says, "the initiativemust come from you."

Guizar encouragedUCFV, both as a whole and individually, to see the

"creation ofa Women's Resource Centre on campus and the encouragement of the growth of the UCFV Women's Issues Network."

One of the main concerns of the audience was where our focus should~Considering the whole range of gender developmentissuesand thediversitywithin Canadian culture, this choice is often difficult to make.

The decisionis furthercomplicated by the militantmale-bashingorganizations that so many of us equate with feminism.

Ms. Samjiacknowledgesthat,while there is a place for militantism, it can take away from the main cause. She favours the "soft-sell" approach, and concentrates on "improving the status of women and enhancing their role in development nationally and internationally."

When asked if her being a minority (she is an African-Asian)affects her views as a feminist, or other people's views of her,Ms. Samjiassuredme thatshedoesn't see gender equality as a racial issue.

Women are women,whereverthey are, and they see many of the same issues as relevant. This is part of the reason that th~ 1995 Women's Conference is being held in Beijing, even though China has an atrociousrecordof humanrightsviolations.

It is preciselybecause China is one of the hardestplaces to be a woman that the conference is being held there-Chinese women experience many of the same difficultiesthat womenin Canadado. This does not mean that minority concerns are

State-of-the-art tricycle track. provides fun There's a new building on Abby Campus designed to serve people who won't be old enough to attend the University College for at least a dozen years.

It's the 5500 sq. ft. Child care Centre,which is equippedto providechild care for 44 children,ranging from infants to five-year-olds. The new centre is replacinga smallerone that was situatedin the main campus building'. U.C.F.V. is also opening a child care centre on the Chilliwack Campus for the first time.

"Now both Abbotsford and Chilliwack will be well served by child carefacilitiesat theirU.C.F.V. campuses," said Linda Matwichuk, head of the Early ChildhoodEducationand Childand Youth Care programs at U.C.F.V. ''This will enhanceaccess to educationfor parentsof young children.

"Thefacilities are beautiful and state-of-the-art.They're very home-like, and the programs are designed to meet all

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Speaking at UCFV in preparation for the 1995 UN Women's Conference was Ms. Guizar Samji.

ignored,however. The BeijingConference organizers are encouraging strong minority, youth and senior components, -so these factions will be able to voice their unique concerns and ideas.

Of course,even while the women's movement has done many wonderful and important things in the battle for equality, it is not without it's problems. Ms. Samji

acknowledges that it is time to re-assess funding methods, and to analyze the "system" present in both the government and organizations such as the United Nations, which may hinder the pursuit of equality as much as it helps.

"Bureaucracytakestime,"saysMs. Samji, "but we have to be ready when it happens."

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JuriedArt Exhibition McCallumActivityCentre,Abbotsford March21- 25 · N

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Readings& ·Performances MatsquiCentennial Auditorium, Matsqui March26 N

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Call 852-9358 for registration information & forms Life is like the Olympics: you train hard for years then you get whacked with a tire iron.

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To eat and to die. A look into the dark world of anorexia nervosa ... B2

Violence: the thin line of surviving on campus ... B4- 5

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"There is no human society that deals rationally with food in u's environment, that eats according to the availability, edibility, and nutritional value alone.

Food is endowed with complex values and elaborate ideologies, religious beliefs, and prestige systems."

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norexia nervosa, and its companion disease bulimia, are incredibly serious diseases that are running rampant in modern society. It has been estimated that in the United States, between 0.5% and 3% of the teenage population are anorexic. More than 90% of anorexics are female, and most are white and from middle and upper class homes.

Although there are no statistics available for the Fraser Valley, a representative from the AbbotsfordMatsqui Health Unit states eating disorders as a "very big problem in this area."

Anorexia Nervosa, or simply anorexia as it is commonly known, is a very serious mental and physical disorder that results in the victim intentionally starving herself, even to the point of death. Anorexia has a mortality rate of 10 to 15 percent, and yet only recently has any attention been paid to it and its treatment.

While Anorexia is most common among teenage girls (although it can start as young as 11 or 12), bulimia is mostly a disease of college women. 25 to 60 percent of anorexics also become bulimic.

Bulimia is characterized by repeated bingeing and purging of huge amounts of food, and can lead to any number of other medical problems, from heart failure to depression; and like anorexia, it can also lead to death.

It is believed that the roots of eating disorders can be found in infancy. It is often attributed to family problems, or sexual, physical or mental abuse that leads to a distorted body image.

Anorexia and bulimia are not simply diseases of unusual eating habits, they are diseases of the mind. The victim of an eating disorder has a problem of self-image and body image. She sees food and her body as vehicles through which she can gain control, identity, and assertiveness.

By controlling what and when she eats in her relentless pursuit of the perfect body, the anorexic feels she can overcome the feelings of inadequacy and unhappiness she lives with every minute. Of course, the exact opposite is true- the victim is spiraling out of control with every new bingeing and purging episode ..

It is also believed that the apparent htrge increase in the occurrence of eating disorders in recent years is due in great part to the-media image of the '"perfect woman". . From the ·time they are small children, girls are taught by the media that they should want to be Barbie-impossibly thin, impossibly beautiful, impossibly perfect.

Steven Levenkron, author of Treating and Overcoming Anorexia Nervosa, calls anorexia "a pathological exaggeration of society' smessage to women" The insidious influences of society and culture play a much larger role in these diseases than one might imagine. E.ating disorders are seen by many feminists as a pathetic struggle against the inequality of power held by women in today's society.

As Matra Robinson says in herbook,Starvingin

hedding light on Anorexia the Silences,"Anorexia Nervosa is simply one of many choices that women can make to express themselves within a dominant gender order where women's power is unequal to men's. The conceptualization bf anorexia nervosa needs to include an analysis of culture in the unconscious."

Many feminists are now wondering what the phcmomenon of eating disorders tells us about the experience and meaning of what it is to be a woman in modern society. Obviously this is not a question that can be answered easily or without much self-examination of one's role in society by both women and men. This issue stretches far beyond the problem of eating disorders.

If you or someone else you know has an eating disorder, the most important thing is to get help. Be aware that many people who suffer from eating disorders are in a state of denial· and may want to ignore and deny their problems.

However, there are many places to go to that can help. Although Abbotsford does not at this time have a support group or clinic for victims of eating disorders,

there is an acknowledged need for such organizations.

The local hospital or Health Unit are good places to start. The Health Unit has a part-time nutritionist that you can talk to, and she will be able to refer you to a number of places to go formedical help (864-3400, ask for Anita).

Abbotsford Mental Health, and a support and counselling group for those over 18 (795-8375 Chilliwack}, will also be of help.

The national non-profit organization AN.AD. (AnorexiaNervosaandAssociatedDiseases) has an office in Vancouver that can assist in setting up a support group, or just for more information. They can be reached at 6842623.

If the problem is very serious and medical help is needed, St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver and the Child and AdolescentE.ating Disorders Program in Surrey (5947521) are some of the best treatment facilities in the province.

There is help out there- don't suffer this terrible disease alone.

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FASHION ■

By Doug Colby ■ Photos by Bryan Sikora The pants, dresses, hats and shirts we wear, all started off as an idea insomeone'sbead,andthenasadrawing on a table.

The students of the U.C.F.V. Fashion Design Program, in building E, aeate the clothes, and formulate the ideas wbidlmay affect our future styles.

Program HeadJudy Hurley sees it as an opportunity to learn new skills and let creativity flow.

"Students go into sales, manufacturing, designing, or setting up their own businesses," Hurley said.

U.C.F.V. Fashion Design students will have an opportunity to display their talents at two upcoming shows.February25,26,27attheTradex CentreatAbbotsfonlAirport,andApril 23 atFasbionation '94, in the E building fashionareaat Abby Campus,from 12 noon to 4:30 p.m.

Fashion Design student Cheryl De Jong sketching her next project.

Fasbionation '94 will feature 12 graduatesshowingJ OOdifferentoutfits, r.mging from lingerie to evening wear.

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By Rhonda Elliot Photos by Bryan Sikora

By now, who hasn't heard of the Nancy Kerrigan attack? The report of her assault and the subsequent coverage of the details surrounding it claimed worldwide media attention.

Yes, it was a tragic and senseless crime.

Yes, it's shocking and unbelievable that a professionzl athlete has once again been attacked.

Last year, the stabbing of Monica Seles while participating in a professional tennis tournament shocked the world.

Whilethese and a handful of other incidents seem to dominate the headlines, thousands of Canadians become victims of violence every day.

Brutal attacks against men, women and children occur in the home, the work place, and in public. They can happen during the day or at night, and no one seems to be immune to them any more.

A young couple, Robert and Sue, returned home with their four year old son, Jason, after an evening out with friends.

As they entered the kitchen, two robbers moved out of the shadows.

One of the robbers grabbed Robert from behind, while the other grabbed Sue and wrestled her to the floor. Both were told to kneel on the ground, while the robbers pointed guns at their heads.

As Jason began to scream, one of the men hit him in the forehead with the butt end of his revolver, knocking him down and opening a gash on his forehead.

Several minutes later, the men fled, talcingwith them cash, credit cards,jewelry, and other valuables. The robbery lasted five minutes; the implications of the crime will remain with the young family for life.

Constable Kirk Dickson, of the Abbotsford R.C.M.P. detachment, acknowledges that violence in our community is on the rise. One area of great concern for the police is relationship violence. Attending a domestic dispute is one of the most dangerous calls for a police officer to respond to, and these situations are treated with the highest priority.

One million Canadian women are physically abused by their spouse or partner each year, and in 1990, two Canadian women per week were killed by theirmat,e. · Often, alcohol is a contributing factor to the violence that has occurred. Police suggest that in the majority of violent crimes that talce place in our community, alcohol or drug use is involved. The use of drugs and alcohol seems to precipitate violence, and create an atmosphere where aggressive behavior appears to be a viable option for some people.

A recent report put out by the B.C. government for the Ministry of Women's Equality states that only one out every ten sexual assaults is ever reported to the police, and one out of every one hundred incidents of "date rape" is ever reported. The most staggering statistic is that 80% of sexual assaults occur in the victim's home, and

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Constable Mark Schulz of the There are a number of ag(?ncies Matsqui Police provided statistics that availabletohelpwithsupport,counselling, graphically illustrate the rise in violent information andreferrals. The Specialized crime in our community. The total number Victim Assistance Program, which of assaults reported in Matsqui in 1988 operates out of the Abbotsford-Matsqui was 395, compared to680assaultsreported Community Services, has a mandate for in 1992. dealing with spousal abuse victims, child Constable Schulz attributes the rise abusecases,andsexualassaultcases. They in crime to a number of factors. are able to assess the needs of the victim, "To a certain extent, there is a and provide information regarding the breakdown in the family, as well as in justice. system, as well as referrals for society. Morally correct values not · counselling or group support. They have being taught like they were in the 50' sand two programs, one of which is specifically 60' s; Children are simply not being taught . designed for Inda-Canadians. that violence is wrong, and people today · The Victim Assistance Program are all iooready to resort to violence. The that operates in conjunction with the increase in crime is general throughout Matsqui Police provides support to victims society. I also blame television and the of crime. The program recognizes the media for promoting this." need for trained individuals to help people Constable Schulz notes that adjust to the trauma that crime may inflict. children are witnessing more abuse in the Volunteers from the victim assistance home, and this has a detrimental affect on program are called to a crime scene by the their value system; they come to believe police when they recognize the need for that the use of force is okay. It is estimated victim support. that 50,9()0-70,000 school age children in Although they deal with a wide B. C. today have witnessed violence against range of needs, their main concern is to their mothers. provide immediate support to the victim Victims of violence are encouraged and to assist in dealing with the court

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process that often follows a crime.

The answer to controlling the rise in violentcrimeismulti-faceted,andinvolves educating people to seek counselling and talce steps to control and resolve anger in a . non-violent way. Local agencies want to promote awareness and encourage people to report criminal activity to the authorities.

ConstableSchulzadvisescitizens to talce steps to prevent becoming a victim of violent crime.

"Drive with doors locked, stay off thestreetsaftermidnight,andwhenwalking at night, walk with purpose. Park in well-lit areas,andchecktheareaiiiandaroundyour vehicle before entering il" Schulz also notes that "Young males between the ages of 18-28 are often involved in fights at drinking establishments."

Learn to walk away from a fight, because there are no winners.

Lastly, if you or someone you know is currently or has been a victim of violence, seek the help you need to deal with it. There are many agencies in our community willing to help, and they believe that the word ''victim" should become the word "survivor."

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By Jill Bryant

Members of the CASCADE Investigative Reporting Team conducted an informal survey on the evening of February 9, 1994, regarding personal safety and the women's parking lot.

We took up our post under the light at the front of the women's parking lot on Abby campus slightly after 6 pm. From this position, we observed and accosted 12 men who had parked in the lower lot. When we asked them if they realized that this lot was reserved for ·women after 6 pm, all but three of them went back and. moved to the upper lot, many professing ignorance of the "women'sonly"request. Look up guys, there's only about 6 signs in the lot and numerous posters inside the school! Ignorance is no excuse for jeopardizing the safety of others.

To the three men who didn't move their vehicles, especially the one who argued that the fact he was Irish entitled him to be a chauvinist pig and therefore he didn't care that it was a women's lot, he'd park here anyway, consider if it was your wife/ sister/mother/girlfriend who had to risk her safety by parking on the road.

It's not an issue of feminism or chauvinism, it's an issue ofsafety.

To get another perspective on Using the Women's parking lot on the Abby campus is Rachelle Twemlow, shown here the issue of personal safety, we also locking her car before class. asked approximately 25 women if they, as a general rule, felt safe on campus and in Usually there is a guy (security guard) here when · the parking lots at night.

I come from class, or I walk with the class." stated The responses were almost evenly split Twemlow when asked about the parkingsituation. between those who didn't feel safe and those who "I feel safe." did. At least one woman who told us she felt safe On the men who park in the Women' sLot: admitted that she carried a personal alarm.

"I'm not angry at them, they're just being lazy!"

Of those who replied negatively, several It is clear that there is a need for change on thought that the lot was not well lit and wondered campus. More (any!) regulation of the women's where the security guard(s) were. Many felt parking lot and more security in general is needed. uncomfortable if they were by themselves or had to park at the back of the lower lot. Most said they If personal safety and on-campus security tried to walk out with their class or used tlie are an issue to you-SPEAK l)P! Write a letter "buddy system"-the two of you walk out to to the CASCADE, bug your Student Society, whomever' s car is parked closest, and then one visit Facilities, phone the President, Dr. Peter drives the other to his/her vehicle.

Jones, at 795-2505.

UCFV student Rachelle Twemlow knows that the lower parking lot at the Abby campus is The only way something will be done is if Ra~helle a Women's Lot. you, the student body, raise you voices and let Twemlow "I'm not a worrisome person, generally. your concerns be heard!

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ollege students living away from home, some perhaps for the first time, are faced with the daunting prospect of coping with rent, utilities, entertainment, and of course, the most important commodity, food.

Of course buying your groceries is just the first step. You also have to store it, read recipes, prepare the meal, and clean up after.

Yes, this is all rather basic information, but what if there was an alternative? What if students (or anyone) could get together with a group of people and share recipes and ideas, prepare delicious and healthy meals, learn new

COMMUNITY skills, and benefit simply by getting out of the house.

This is the focus of Community Kitchens.a program being offered through the Upper Fraser Valley Health Unit in Abbotsford. Community Kitchens are designed to bring members of a community together to get involved in menu planning, nutrition and a positive social outlet "It can be a very positive and empowering experience for people," said coordinator Lori Bahnman.

"It develops commitment, builds self-esteem and enables people to become more self-sufficient." Indeed, if you're on a tight budget and your food dollar is stretched to the limit, Community Kitchens allows a person to develop low cost meals, in a cheerful and informal atmosphere.

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'' ... people who start up in the program who are unemployed, usually ' find work within 6 months ... '' - Lori Bahnman Montreal, and they formed a collective. Right now they're all across Canada."

In B.C., there are over 100 Community Kitchens, with Kamloops being one of the major success stories,· partly due to its spin-off benefits.

Bahnman said that "people who start up in the program who are unemployed, usually find work within 6 months, statistics show. You start to realize you can make a difference, you can live on what you've got."

Origins

Joining

The concept of a community kitchen originated in Lima Peru, and came to Canada "in 1987, in Montreal, when a single mother on welfare decided she was going to cook with her sister to save money. Out of that grew a bunch of people who were dealing with poverty issues in

The first step is to become involved. "You can call the Health Unit, orpick up a pamphlet which explains how it's run" said Bahnman.

She hopes to have pamphlets available at U.C.F.V. quite soon. Right now the Community Kitchen program is

operating locally out of the Salvation Army building, Bahnman said, but "we're in desperate need of a kitchen to use during the day, that's open to the pdblic." '

Results Ultimately, Community Kitchens is about a sense of community. Donating time, energy, enthusiasm and personal skills, and reaping the invaluable benefits that come with increased self-esteem, shared knowledge, and the strong ties of friendship.

As ~ahnman puts it, "there's a lot of talk about breakdown in the family, and a breakdown in community, with our culture being so individualistic."

Foragreatnumbel'ofpeoplein the valley, including struggling students, this is definitely an idea whose time has come.

The stench of a Jag-ed past rises up

By James Kwantes Jag Bhaduria will go down in history.

Jag Bhaduria will go down in history as one of the last scoundrels who sits in Canada's Parliament thumbing their nose at the people who do the hiring, securein the knowledge that they can get away with it.

I say "one of the last" because he is not the first and will certain.ly not be the last.

Politics has a long and distinguished history of being a magnet for the scum that rises to the top of society's cauldron. It's a shame, because these bad apples do irrevocable damage to every other politician and to the institution of Parliament itself.

In recent years, we even elevated two of th~ individuals to the highest office in the land; one made a hasty exit before his party was destroyed at the polls, and the other showed us his gratitude via the one-finger salute.

Bhaduriais theOntarioM.P. elected in the October 25th made-in-Ontario

Liberal landslide band of constituents (which could turn who are determined ''Canadians have been into a mudslide if to unseat him (many mislead, lied to, and current trends of whom actually continue). worked for his generally treated like an He was election during the unpleasant, recurring virus campaign). given the boot by those who purport to from the Liberal The issue has gone beyond whether caucus after the represent us in Ottawa. " Bhaduria has a law discovery that he degree or not; his had written threatening letters constituents want to remove an M.P. who .they no longer trust to Toronto school board officials, saying to represent them. A petition demanding he wished that Marc Lepine had lined his resignation is circulating in the riding them up against a wall and shot them. and collecting signatures faster than Among otherofBhaduria' s shining moments: cowshit attracts flies.

For his part, Bhaduria valiantly denies any wrongdoing -appearing as a character witness and vows to hold on to his seat in the for a man who admitted killing two people House. in a 1982 courtroom shooting; Why are people so upset?

-applying for between 50 and 100 For too long, Canadians have been promotions in a six-year period, and mislead, lied to, and generally treated like complaining to the Ontario Human Rights an unpleasant, recurring virus by those Commission when his applications were who purport to represent us in Ottawa rejected; -falsifying his academic credentials Our patience has reached the saturation point For many Canadians, Jag Bhaduria during the election campaign. has come to represent all that is rotten with Bhaduriaisnowfacedwithafurious

our political system.

Sadly, Jean Chretien missed a golden opportunity to change this system for the better.

When the Reform party urged him to introduce recall legislation in ~e wake of Jag-gate, he scoffed at them. Mind you, this is the same leader who gave a highranking cabinet post to David Anderson, who was at the time suing the government of Canada for hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost wages as the result of a canceled patronage job.

Jean Chretien should take a lesson from the fate of the Conservative party of Brian Mulroney. Both men, although holding differing political viewpoints, share the same governing philosophy and contempt for the average voter.

As for Jag Bhaduria, the only valid conclusion I can draw is that the voters of Marlcham-Whitchurch-Stouffvilleelected Jag to Parliament in Ottawa in order to get him out of town.

Well, now they want him back.

And watch out, Jag. They're very angry.

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Ps·eudo-fine dining in five minutes

By Jill Bryant Short on cash? Even shorter on time? Willing to sacrifice taste, style and ambiance to achieve gastronomic satisfaction? Then fast food is the answer for you, my friend.

Now personally, I as a guru of good eats feel that fast food gets a mostly undeserved bad rep in this day and age.

The old adage "you get what you pay for" holds true here-you don't pay much, so you don't get much. Fine dining it's not, but what do you expect for 5 bucks?

At least there's lots of selection in this economic range-from the classic and still-popular McDonalds and the burger clans (Wendy's, Burger King, etc.) to chicken (the Colonel still does it best) and pizza-anything you could ask for.

The general atmosphere of such places leaves much to be desired, so don't expect shag carpeting and chandeliers.

However, it's bright (and I mean brighttry walking into McD's late at night or early in the morning, especially with a hangover-it really hurts) and cheerful, and places like Wendy's try to at least have some semblance of ambiance.

The tables are usually sticky, the ashtrays are over-flowing and the washrooms are messy, so choose your location carefully. On great thing about fast food joints-you can sit where you want.

Beware of the smoking section (usually filled with high school skater wannabe foul mouthed "damn I'm cool" pukes); tables that children have recently

"Who cares if it's not politically correctit's quick, cheap, and tasty. .. " vacated (the layer of gooey ice cream and spilled Coke is bound to be at least an inch thick); andanytabletoonearthewashroom or front counter (unless you enjoy being swarmed, having food spilled on you and your table jolted). Other than that, one table is as good as another. They all look the same anyways.

As for munchies, I don't have to tell you that fast food gives you great bang for your buck. Everyone has a favorite at McDonalds (even though many won't admit it). C'mon! This isn't a Frosted Flakes commercial! Admit thatsometime,s, late at night, you too have a Big Mac craving. Six thousand calories and four hundred times more cholesterol in your blood than is healthy later, you're full and you're only down about 4 bucks ($5.50 with fries). Who cares if it's not politically correct-it's quick, cheap, and tasty (perfect for the poor, starving college student who now has to use his/her Kraft Dinner money to pay to park).

What's more, McDonalds, Wendy's, Burger King, KFC-they all offer a semblance of order to our otherwise crazed lives. Any city, any country, any time-we can find that familiar sight of golden arches and know that we are home.

Now, isn't that comforting?

A student in the Fashion Design program, Toni Hadcroft, works on her next project

Deep

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By Madelaine Journal Entry Feb. 1/94 p. 97

"When my love swears that she is made of truth, I do believe her, though she lies."

-Shakespeare -I lie. We all do. Sometimes we lie

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International

A ca,se study: What you can do to get involved For those who don't think they have the time to get involved in Amnesty International groups, the following articles, hopefully on a regular basis, will allow you to write a few letters in support.

Please follow the "recommended action" guidelines: please write courteous letters expressing you concern, and try to express them in. your own words.

Always leave your name and address in the hopes that you might receive a reply (if you doreceiveareply, please contact Amnesty International).

Amnesty knows of a series of previous attacks on staff and other children associated with "Lafanmi Selavi".

In April 1993, staff and children at the orphanage received threatening phone calls and suffered other acts of harassment, reportedly carried out by a group of approximately 10 attaches.

On 16 August 1993, the security guard at "Lafanmi Selavi" was reportedly abducted by some unknown individuals and was found two days later, naked, with his head shaven and in

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deplorable physical condition.

Mostrecently,on240ctober 1993, police severely beat Jean Rene, aged 18, who had grown up in the orphanage. That day he had been interviewed by foreign journalists about the repression which he and other young people associated with the orphanage had endured.

Afterwards, police reportedly accused him of being "a spy for the foreigners".

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Please send telegrams/telexes/ faxes/airmail letters either in French if fluent, or in English: -urging an investigation into the killing of Saurel Guerrier and that those found responsible be brought to justice; -urging that immediate steps be taken to guarantee the safety of staff and children of the "Centre d'Education Populaire" and of the ''Lafanmi Selavi" children's homes.

PLEASE ADDRESS: ,.

Monsieur le General Raoul Cedras Commandant-en-Chef des Forces

armees d'Haiti Grand Quartier General des forces armees d'Haiti · Rue Geffrard Port-au-Prince, Haiti Telegrams: Commandant-en-Chef Annees d'Haiti, Port-au~Prince, Haiti Telephone: +50922 3935 Telexes: . 20391 ggfadh Faxes: +509239007,+509239407

so much thta we don't know we're lying.

I don't know which kind of lying can be found more• guilty: conscious or unknowing lying.

Males lie as much as females on the whole. Mostly I lie by what I don't say than what I do. It is morally difficult for me to outright lie about something, but who knows what lying I do without realizing. I am most likely a member of the guilty party.

Why do people lie and deceive?

Probably, based on personal experience, to cover up a truth that 'shold not' be shown to a particular person or persons.

The 'should nots' are what mystify me.

They are often motivated by personal gain, or prevention of loss. They are also moulded from social taboos. They can also mask insecurities. The insecurities that, if exposed, are feared t cause loss of power and strength.

Showing your true self is like getting into a hot bath. First, you feel the temperature of the water, and when you get used to it, you slowly get in feet first.

My friend' smaskhasn'teven been cracked.

The longer she waits, the more frightened she will be, the hotter the water will appear to be. Because, unlike my analogy, the . water won't cool off on it's own .. And no one can make her be her true self. she may never have seen it herself.

Monsieur le Capitaine Joanis Jackson Chef du Service d'investigation et de recherches anti-gang Port-au-Prince, Haiti Telegrams: Chef du Service d' investigation/ Recherches anti-gang, Port-au-Prince, Haiti

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I have a friend who lies. She wears a mask everywhere she goes, and never takes it off. Even when at home with family, as far as I have seen, her mask never comes off. What lies underneath bas rarely, if ever, been esposed to the world's penetrating rays. It's sad. Just like a baby never taken outdoors.

Monsieur le Lt. Colonel Michel Francois Chef de la Police nationale Grand Quartier general de la Police Port-au-Prince, Haiti Telegrams: Chef, Police Nationale, Port-au-Prince, Haiti

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Editorial

What is the REAL cost of Spring Semester HEYi We're excited about our new $20 million expansionl Our I earning centre wi 11be a definite bonus to UCFVI But the do 11ar amount being put into that project is very high, don't you agree?

What about the area of Spring semester tuition fees?

Students are being asked to compensate for lack of government funding by paying much higher tuition fees than for Fall or Winter semesters.

Faculty-insists that increased fees for the Spring semester are necessary, and it is a means of cost-recovery for ..UCFV. If the courses do not f i 11up, they w i 11be dropped.

No problem so farl But let's think about the imp Ii cations here. If the courses DO fillup, which UCFV faculty is confident w i 11 happen, then what type of precedent is being set?

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Letters To Ed.

On Friday the 11th I attended an all candidates meeting in the cafeteria here at the Abbotsford campus. During the forum I listened and heard a few good things, afterwards I enjoyed a bit of a discussion, and overall had a good enough time that I am driven to thank the Student Society and the chair Scott Fast (whom I might add asserted himself well). During the proceedings a part of the dialogue struck a particular chord and I spoke. My question though well intentioned was not in any way organized for proper debating procedure and when I became peeved at the candidate's elicited response my profanity (though restrained and likely not heard) was most definitely not appropriate.

For this I would like ti} apologize to the chair as well as the representative Mrs. Toth (you are a Mrs. am I correct?).

Nowthatmyfirstorderofbusiness is aside I would like to address you, the reader of this paper, to remind you ofa few of the abundant though absolutely basic messages which were gained by those who attended. Of course all the candidates began with a statement which regarded the state of, demand for and value of education in B.C. with a focus on UCFV. A rather colourful independent advised us to look for the wisdom in all religious teachings.

The Family Heritage rep got us to consider parental responsibility and the nature of the family unit The Liberal rep warned us against the insidious as well as overt racism which appears to be alert and listen

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government for funding so that a Summer session becomes a regu I ar part of our program.

By paying those higher fees now, students are demonstrating that it's okay to charge them.

We may not get the funding we need next year, and who wi 11 be made to pay for the extra costs then??

You guessed i ti The students!

ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE -

The CASCADE Welcomes Letters To Ed. All Letters must be typed and double spaced, and include your name, phone# and student#.

All Letters will be published verbatim. ·

Knowing better

can look at a trial Spring semester, costing approximately half a million dollars to operate, and see that it can a 11 be imp I emented with no government$$, do you think they' 11 be eager to fund us next year for a Summer session?

Not I ikely.

You see, the plan is to run the semester this year, with students paying higher fees to cover costs.

Then, if al I goes wel I, UCFV wi 11 c·ont i nue to I obby the

carefully. The Reform rep told us to decide on what we want and put it into motion.

TheN.D.P. rep warned us of the dangerous nature of precedence when we get what we ask for. It is these final messages on listening, deciding, acting and preceding which, though basic, seemed to be greatly needed and largely wasted on the student body of our school.

Though it was in reference to the Chinese dragon which was the prelude to the meeting Scott's quip about an increasingly circus-like atmosphere became quite relevant to the whole affair.

Some participants and most nonparticipants (those who but ate their lunches) failed to show much courtesy to the candidates, not their own fellow students via their non partisan babbling or their pseudo-par-tisan guffaws.

Poor manners aside the proper air was still absent on the account of attendance. True, many of you probably have good reason to have missed it If it is lack of exposure tell someone. Scott perhaps, and something will be done. If you just did not want to go, then when it comes to the deciding and acting, namely your vote, I can only hope you arrive at the same decision then. Had we a fully active cafeteria that day we may have had more rapid questions, more varied questions, more intensive questions, and consequently more information. For us to know better we should know better.

From listening to acting considered there is only the matter of precedence left.

Ifwe ask little we get little. This hold ttue for our politicians as well as our student activity volunteers. We have set a bad precedence I hope on the provincial level it is not fatal. I would like to see more such events, overall they are helpful and do encourage further dialogue. I had fun and so I thank the organizers, the participants, and the helpful members of the audience.

For the others ...well .. .I can only apologize for myself.

Shawn F. Stetsko

Silent Man he's not

By Doug Colby A visit through the halls and classrooms ofU.C.F.V. will occasionally turn up some interesting people. Actors, artists, musicians, athletes and armed forces volunteers are just a sampling of the talented students on campus.

Perhaps one of the most rewarding aspects of college life is to meet new people, and assimilate the richness of their experiences to further your knowledge, and possibly even question your own beliefs.

I recently spoke with a student in the Media and Communications program, who is actively involved in the film industry. In addition to working on the sets of several American productions being shot in B .C., Bernie Melanson is presently producing, directing and editing his own film, a 16mm black and white short. titled Silent Man. Melanson' s passion for film is evident when he describes his project, which he terms "a story of hardship or depression, where basic values are destroyed", although the main character

"comes back_after a long, 1:iardstruggle."

"I'd like to send it to film festivals" Melanson said of his 15 minute mini-epic, which "went from 10 minutes long, to 15, and may turn out as the basis for a feature length film."

As far as the Canadian domestic film industry is concerned, Melanson has his own ideas on making it healthy and financially secure.

"It's fragile at best. The problems are mostly from distribution and marketing.

The film business is a business, financing will come when people watch films."

Melanson feels you have to study audiences to discover what they will pay to see, and although a film artist may take issue with this premise, it is hard to reject it as a recipe for financial, if not artistic,

success.

Melanson's immediate plans include moving on to S.F.U., earning a degree in Communications, and after that, perhaps a career as a producer.

With his determination, desire and a few industry connections, there's a strong chance Bernie Melanson will be coming soon, to a theatre near you.

2lflJ',£Needs You! The C.9LSCJ lfYOU are interested in the Print Media, here is your chance to get some practical experience, not to mention it looks great on a resume.

The UCFV Student Newspaper has openings.in the following positions: Photographer(s) Reporters/Writers Advertising Representatives P.R. Representative(s) Those interested in pledging your allegiance please drop by our office in Room E242, Abby Campus, or call 854-4529.

Sports Lady Cascades continue strong play

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Road to provincials a walk in the park for undefeated UCFV Lady Cascades The Lady Cascades have played 12 regular season games, and have kept a perfect 12 - 0 record in the process.

Coach Sandy Chambers and Assistant Coach Sherrey Harris have the Lady Cascades playing incredible basketball, emphasizing defense.

The Provincials begin February 24 with the semi-finals, followed by the Finals on March 3-6.

Look for details of these games in the next issue of the Cascade.

Game Reports:· Lady Cascades down the Douglas Royals Despite a poor first half, the Lady Cascades rallied to remain undefeated, outscoring Douglas Royals 65-53.

Playing at Douglas College on :february 5, the Cascades suffered defensive lapses in the first 12 minutes.

This let the Royals carry the game, until a time-out was called by Coach Sandy Chambers.

Photos by Bryan Sikora

Rising to the top, Arbee McKenzie wins this tip-off against a Douglas Royal player. The Lady

Cascades went on to win 65 - 53, keeping their perfect record intact.

Re-grouping and re-organizing, the Cascades took control of the game and never looked back, scoring 9 points at the end of the half to take the lead.

The second half was typical Cascade ball, with excellent defense and good shooting from the forwards.

Cascades unable to close deal, lack killer instinct Travelling to Douglas College, the Cascades' took on the Royals on February 5.

A handful of UCFV Cascade fans travelled the distance, only to seethe men's squad drop a 77 - 72 decision.

The Cascades shot 54% from the field, and 55% from the free throw line.

Leading the Cascades in points were#22 Tim Bartel with 16, with #24 Mark Wapples and #20 Dan MaCleod contributing 15 points each.

On the weekend of

February 11-12, the Cascades traveled totheinteriorofB.C. Taking on the Caribou Sun Demons in Kamloops and the OkanaganLakersin Kelowna, the Cascades played well in both games despite losing.

The following evening, the C~cades took on the OkanaganLakers. A small team. the-Lakersmanaged to drawa huge amount of fouls withthehelpof some dubious

The game against the Sun Demons was a 100 - 90 loss. The Cascades played a tight game versus the Demons, but let the game slip away in the last quarter.

The fouls hurt the Cascades,as they fell to the Lakers82 - 72. Once again, the lead the Cascades held throughout the game vanished as the game wound down.

#32 Bruce Hildebrand and #30 Chris Spence both played great games, chipping in 23 and 21 points respectively.

Playinghis best game of the seasonwasHildebrand,

refereeing.

with 23 points. Spence also · playedaninspiredgame with 21 points.

Player of the Month Sue Parke played an excellent game striking for 16 points, leading UCFV to the win.

Parke leads UCFV to Interior victories The Lady Cascades were also in the Interior of B.C. ontheFebruary 11-12 weekend,playingthewomen'ssides.

The first game, played in Kamloops against the Sun Demons, was a 72 - 41 win.

Leading the Lady Cascades in points were Megan Thomas with 15 and Sue Parke with 14.

The next game against the Lakers in Kelwona was another win, this time a 92 Sue Parke 55 victory.

Player of the Month Sue Parke lead the Cascades with 16 points, while shooting 62% from the field. Tricia Grant chipped in 13 points.

Next Home Game: ProvincialSemi-Finals,February24.

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Une a une avec Martin Gelinas

By JefTTisdale "Can I still play this game? How can they just dump me like this?" These were the types of questions Martin Gelinas was asking himself once he discovered that the Quebec Nordiques has put him on waivers.

Earlier this summer, Martin had come back home to his native Quebec in a deal with Edmonton. To him it was like a dream come true, "Sure, hockey is big in Canada, but it's even bigger in Quebec.

Every young player dreams of playing in the NHL, but to play for the French teams, like the Nordiques is indescribably incredible."

When he was with Edmonton, Gelinas formed one third of the "kid line" along with Adam Graves and Jimmy · Carson. Although he spent the better part of two seasons with Edmonton, he ended up winning hockey's Holy Grail, the Stanley Cup. "To me what happened in Edmonton (the Stanley Cup) will always be special, guys play their whole careers without even making "itto the final, but to win it was fantastic."

Then the trade was announced, less than 2 years later he was going home, a chance to play for Quebec. "At the time, I felt like maybe this is my calling in hockey, a chance to play in front of my family and friends," Gelinas reminisced.

Due to the "supposed" incredible talent already in Quebec, of which a small percentage are actually francophone, Martin found it hard to crack the line up on a consistent basis. As a result Nordique management felt it was in their and Martin's best interest to waive him, in order that he can catch on with another team and get more ice time.

When Pat Quinn saw that Gelinas was on waivers he could not believe it,

" •.. he dished out 2 enormous open ice checks on ••• Ronnie Stern.

Like a true Flame, he stayed away because he did not like to get hit."

"Anytime you get a chance to pick up a gifted kid like Martin, you don't think twice about it, especially if it's on. the waiver wire!"

Nowthatheisin Vancouver,Martin Gelinas has been given a chance to prove himself, and has responded well. In his first game he dished out 2 enormous open ice checks on "big, tough" Ronnie Stem.

Like a true Calgary Aame, Stem stayed away, because he did not like to get hit.

Since that first game, Martin has totaled 6 goals and added a few assists in the twelve that have passed.

"I am very glad to be a part of the Canucks, and hope to be so for a long time.

Pat and the rest of the Management has given me a chance to show the league that I can still play at this level. My only hope now is to be a part of a Cup winner."

Martin Gelinas is truly a great little player. Some even say thathe plays hockey the way its meant to be, with lots of aggressive hitting and finesse around the net. Why Quebec gave up on hiin so fast is a mystery that Vancouver fans are not questioning.

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Men's Algonquin Thunder (ON) Douglas Royals (BC) Lethbridge Kodiaks (AB) Humber Hawks (ON) Grant MacEwan Griffins

(AB) 6. MontmorencyNomades(Qc) 7. Malaspina Mariners (BC) 8. Sheridan Bruins (ON) 9. Dawson Blues (Qc) 10. Vancouver C.C. Falcons (BC)

Women's Montmorency Nomades

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(Qc) 2. UCFV Cascades (BC) 3. John Abbott Islanders (Qc) 4. Lethbridge Kodiaks (AB) 5. Mount Royal Cougars (AB)

6. Fanshawe Falcons (ON) 7. S.A.L.T.LadyTroj~ns(AB) 8. V.C.C. Falcons (BC) 9. Ahuntsic Indiennes (Qc) 10~ Capilano Blues (BC)

Way to go Lady Cascades!

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Mel's Outdoor Adventures

Vinni's Top 10 All-Time Nicknames for Pro Athletes

By Vince Viola 10. Lou "The Toe" Groza, NFL Kicker 9. Cedric "Cornbread" Maxwell, NBA Forward 8. Luke "Hot Potato" Hamlin, Big League Pitcher 7. Biff Pocoroba, Braves catcher ...that's his real name 6. Jack "Hacksaw" Reynolds, Rams linebacker 5. Rollie "Where's the Biscuit" Melanson, NHL Goaltender 4. Darryl "Chocolate Thunder" Dawkins, NBA Backboard Wrecker 3. "Cujo" Curtis Joseph, St Louis Blues Goaitender 2. Jack ''The Manassas Mauler" Dempsey, Boxing Champ 1. Robert V. "Death to Flying Things" Ferguson, NL outfielder Next issue -- The Top 10 Reasons Why the NBA Will Miss Michael Jordan.

Mel's Outdoor Adventures will be taking off to Squamish to hike High Falls Creek on February 27. The next hike be be an overnight experience to Manning Park where you can either hike or ski. This will be on the March 5/6 weekend. Call 856-9085 for more inf onnation on these excursions.

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By Colleen Mah Pisces (Feb. 19 - Mar. 20)

Happy B-day Pisces! Hope you get lots of presents. (If birthdays aren't the best times to see which of your friends have the

mostcasb,ldoo'tknowwbatis!) Have a good nightout, butremember:NO DRINKINGAND DRIVING! Besides, who wants to wreck their bicycle anyway?

Aries (Mar. ll - Aprll 19) You are such a free spirit No one can bold you down. But lately you've been feeling a little stifled. Let the creative juices flow!

Sign up for some activities and mingle with the

new.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

Baby, you are so STUBBORN! (Sometimes even a wee bit nanow.minded).

Don't be afnid to look beyond the tip of your nose; the whole world is out there. Stoppouting and open your eyes, open your heart So what ifyou'lllooklikea"bug-eyed.lov.e-desperate" human being ...

Gemini (May ll - June ll) It is time to cut back on the wild

spending habits. SAVE, SAVE, -SAVE! Emergencies are never planned, and itis nice to have some security to fall back on if one is encountaed. Keep a watch on the phone l>ills too. Writing a letter is almost the same. And bey, it only costs 43 cents for the stamp.

Focus On Elsted

By Monique Marchant

time to plan a Spring Break "get-away''. Grab some buds and bead for the mountaim. And if you're feelingespeciallybrave, you could watch the Weather Network.

Leo (July ll - August ll) Ale you a bad driver? The type who cranks downtheirwindow to screamobscenities at passing cars? Have you ever mistaken a cat for a speed-bump? Well, you're in luck. I want to kill you. And so does the rest of the driving population. Do us all a favor and take a defensive driving course. Okay?!

Virgo (August l3 - Sept. ll) You are the king of the castle ...or so you think. So high and mighty, so full of shit.

Take into account that us "little people" have feelings too. Lose the nasty attitude and take a crash course on manners. Mommy would not be pleased.

March 9, 1994 will be the first showing of this year's UCFV Theatre Department's Shakespearean production, The Merry Wives of Windsor.

What the audience sees is the final stage of the process, the end product of much work on the part of actors, actresses, technicians, volunteers, and, of course, the director.

Crispin Elsted has played more of Shakespeare'scharacterstbanmanypeople know to exist. Many UCFV students have enjoyed bis English and Theatre lectures.

Other students have been left in the 15th century after a sudden jump in the lecture to the 18th century.

As director of The Merry Wives of Windsor, however, Crispin is having to view theatre from a completely different angle. He simply states that "it's new to me."

In the past, Crispin has directed only two other plays. Onewas ahighschool production of The Mikako. The other was a staged reading of Pericles, Prince of

Libra (Sept. l3 - Oct. ll)

Tyre.

Indulgence. And so you have. Well, SleepingBeauty did and look where it took her: an over-grown garden and some skinny guy on ahorse. (Nottomention lOOyearsofwrinkles).

BreakouttheOilofOlayandsetsomepriorities.

"Alittlehaid workneverhurtanyone", so says the multi-billionaire.

Although Crispin may say that "acting is where I belong, I've done more of it", he has jumped bravely into the field of directing.

One thing that is helping him in his directing is his knowledge of orchestral conducting. He sees both activities as a challenge to successfully "blend all the elements together."

Believing himself to be "oldfashioned", Crispin has chosen to have the play set in the period. He believes that a play should be directed according to the playwright's words, not by the artistic interpretation of the director. "Directing can't be an ego-centric experience." He believes that it is much more appropriate to "look at the play and decide what the playwright wanted."

Despite the nervous anticipation of getting 23 people to do what they are supposed to do, when they aresupposed to do it, Crispin claims to be enjoying himself thoroughly.

And these 23 people, what does he have to say about them? "I give them 100%,all of them. They'remakingmyjob extremely easy." · Watch the next issue of the CASCADE and more information on The

Cancer (June ll - July ll) Is the crummy weather bringing you down? Me too. Let's eat ice cream and cry together. Seriously now, bow about taking this

Scorpio (Oct. l3-Nov.

ll)

Youcan'thaveyourcakeandeatittoo.

You may have to settle for a slice or even a crumb atfirsL No one is going to arrive on your doorstep with a bag of opportunities. You have to work for those. Even Einstein bad to make bis mark. And sorry, but walking around with severely matted hair does not a genius make.

Sagittarius (Nov. ll - Dec. ll)

It's time to take a step off the beaten path. Wear hiking boots; it may be aroughroad ahead. Keep your chin up, plan carefully and -no procrastination! There may be safety in numbers, but there is glory in accomplishment.

Capricorn (Dec. ll - Jan. 19)

Wort, money, school and all that stuff is important, yes indeed. But people are important too. In fact, they are the ones that

make life worth living. So organi7.ea group hug, and pass out smiles like candy. Happy happy joy joy.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)

You live a dangerous life. You lie to your grandmother and cheat on your mate.

Your favorite sport is playing catch next to your neighbour's glllSI!greenhouse (with your near-sighted nephew). Give it up. The James Bond era is over, and your faux English accent is a flop. Cheerio!

Merry Wivesof Windsor.

Ftrsta word on theJunos, Canada's music awards. The nominations for this year were released recently and some were quite interesting. How the hell can Neil Young be nominated for best single and best album of the year by a C1:111adian?I guess we're supposed to overlook the fact that he sold out and moved to the States over twenty years ago, and also overlook the fact that in his single, 'Harves Moon', a bloody Yank flag hangs proudly behind him. Oh yeah, I guess we're supposed to overlook the fact that he's just plain shitty.

Or how about Snow being nominated for best album? Does one fucking song constitute a whole fucking album? The day that The Doughboys and Wild T and the Spirit deserve to be called hard rock is the .day the Tragically Hip play hip-hop.

And possibly the biggest and most ignorant slap in the face comes from Vancouver's Odds being nominated for best new group.

- Those Easterners should get their l}eads out from their snow and realire the band bas been around for seven years, and Bedbugs is their second album. So to conclude, don't watch the Juno's on March.

20 unless you're really fond of Bullshit!

Now for some reviews: SKYDIGGERS-Just Over This Mountain: Not as fun as their last album, but none the less tighter with a greater overall sound. They're difficult to label, but they're an emotional group who bring a lot of hurt, pain, happiness and joy to every song.

INDIE SPOTLIGHT: THE DARKEST OF THE HILLSIDE TIDCKETS-Cthulhuriffomania!: This local/Fraser Valley band simply needs to be found and given a chance by a record ~mpany. How can I describe this band?

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~ulting energy, Punk-Metal drive, Underlying Evil...'Rocket Science' is especially mundane and deliciously angry, yet has delusions of irony and satire woven within. In 'Mustard Gas•,a deranged whistling solo brilliantly contrasts the taunting music. 'Diggin up the World' balances this release with an exquisite acoustic song revealing a very talented, sensitive side. 'Yog Sothoth' is assured to -quench an evil thirst in even the most pacifistic prudes. All in all, quite amazing indeed. Write to: 2602 Campbell Ave. Abbotsford, BC, V2S 4A4 RIBBED--S/f: Oshawa based, these guys sound like they have a hell of a lot of fun playing music. Their straight forward rock-and-roll is fairly smooth and entertaining. Humour is not void here, as shown in 'Chi Chi' and also in other songs.

'Another Pair' has a particularly good groove as it almost rages with fury. My only qualm comes from the guy singing back-upvocalswhosoundslikehe'sdipped into the Molson Canadian stock a few too many times. This band is only going to get better over time and should be noticed in the near future. 591 Gibb St. Oshawa, ON, · L1J1Z6 SISTERJOE-S/f: ThisSaskatoonband sounds like a Sunday afternoon-a bit of a slower pace, relaxed and comfortable. The lyrics remind me a bit of BOB'S YOUR UNCLE, but only at first. She's got an amazing voice and a talented group of musicians around her. This is a very clean recording and I'm impressed by the two sides of songs-often unheard of for indie bands. Box 7952 Saskatoon, SA S7K 4R6

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SIMPLY SUBLIME

By Buzz & Skeeter

hollandaise on the side. Delicious!

Abbotsford: see Political Correctness.

My Thoughts on: PoliticalConectness: getanenema, then smoke a big, fat Bob Marley reefer.

You'll feel much better.

Death: hey, let's face it-we all gotta go somehow. It's how we go that counts. For myself, rd like it to be a big, flaming ball of automotive death, the aftermath of which results in shutting down the city's power system fora week. Oh, and I'd be under the influence of alcohol and countless other drugs at the time.

Skiers: boring creatures with just a few good uses, such as: good brake pads; good landing pads; good for rail slides when they've fallen.

Most of the People at this College: Abbotsford.

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Violence on 1V.: definitely not enough.

Too bad most of the violent shows really blow chowder.

Skeeter' s Good and Crap Good 1. GreenDay 2. Lush 3. Catherine Wheel 4. Sinead O'Connor 5. Judgement Night 6. Sex, Drugs & Rock n' Roll

Crap Virtual Reality: could radically restructure society. A.nd also bring about new innovations in crime, drugs, and sex. I can't wait.

Worms:

sautood with onions and some

1. Gin Blossoms 2. Taste 3. Beavis & Butthead 4. Barenaked Ladies 5. I really don't like it when the goblins between my toes start biting

Life is a sexually transmitted disease which is universally fatal.

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Meet the people who put the Cascade together:

And the others. • •

UCFV Student Press: the Cascade Name: Bryan Sikora Sign: Gemini Position: "Coach" (Editor-inCliief) Duties: Cliief Ass-licker Goals: Montreal 7, Calgary 0 Fave Production Tool: Whip Body Fluid You Hate The Mon: Grungy stuff found in your eyes in the morning Favelnstrumentof'Death: Karla Teale Source of Inspiration: Anq,its.

Oh, you said inspiration, not perspiration.

Saloon Mon Frequented: J.D. •s Southern Comfm Lounge Why Ate You Doing This: Drew the shQlt straw.

Meaning Of life ... In 10 Words Or Less: Do unto othen, before they do unto you, god-dammit!

Bryan says "Media. Opinions. Freedom. Controversy. - Cli9ices. Self. Society. Knowledge. Information. Potential.

Action.

Disaster.

Rights.

Entertainment.

Learning. ~ibility.

Education. Total. Metamorphisis. Coq,eration.

Apathy. Good. Wants. Morals. Nev« stop expanding ypgr mind!"

Name: Michelle Demers Sign: Stop Position: Production Coordinator, chauffeur, question asker Duties: Ass-kisser, Beer-getter, Resident Ditcher Goals: To rule forever driving a car worth more than $800.

Fave Production Tool: Hot waxer Body Fluid You Hate "TheMost: Spit n"e lnstrumenf of Death: Bobbit Knife Source of Inspiration: Bono, Aretha Franklin, Barbie Saloon Most Frequented: Cheap ones Why Are You Doing This: Looks fabulous on my resume and all the perksand free stuff we geL Meaning Of Life, .. In 10 Woros Or Less, ,, Michelle says, " I started out as a child .. some may claim that I hate men---1 don't at all and for my bit for the environment I'm going to stop using them up and throwing tht:m away."

Name: Jill Bryant Sign: Virgo Position: Production Coordinator, Court Jester Duties: Everything that nobody else wants to do Goals, To get a triple strike in bowling, world peace, to climb a tree, learn Jxiw to hula-hoop an!f maybe become a real journalist somewhere along the way Fave Pr.oduction Tool:

Name: Monique Marchant Sign: Aquarius Position: Assoc. Managing Editor Duties: Wboknows,opinionoffering, D & L, typing?

Goals: To become a journalist that gets paid, learn bow to throw a frisbee so that it goes where it's supposed to.

Fave Production Tool: Fan BodyFluidYouHateTheMo.rt: Tears FavelnstnuncntofDeath: The Arizona Source of Inspiration: life is what I makofit Saloon Mon Frequented: Where ever my friends are Why Are y OU Doing This: Stupidity Meaning Of Life. .In 10 Words Or Less: Friends+Love+Oiocolaro+Dancing+lmagination+Laugbt«+Moderatrion+ Common Sensot-Revenge Monique says "There is really no reason to fear As into the future we peer.

It is the memories that we like For what we are sure of that we fight.

Yet we are living tomorrow's memories today And strange faces are really friends coming our way.

Hotwax« Body Fluid y OU Hate The Mon: Earwax Fave Instroment of Death: Guillotine Sourceoflnspiration: It'snotinspiration,Ijusthavethemindof a genius SaloonMonFrequented: ldon'tfrequentsaloons,Pmarestaurant critic, stupid!

Why Are You Doing This: For the pure, unequalled joy it gives me (No, really, it's for the beer!)

Meaning Of Life ... In 10 Words Or Less: To live, to laugh, to learn, to love.

Jill says "Good eats. Roadtrips with aazy media-types.

Writing, editing, re-writing. Cut & Paste. Proofreading? That's not MYjob! Mindgames, politics, freedom, debates, opening of the mind. Look to the future."

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Name: Doug Colby Sign: Pisces Position: Associate Editor Duties: Building walls, creating this paper Goals: Magazine journalist. editor and/or filmmaker Fave Production Tool: Tape recorder & spatula Body Auid You Hate The Most: I like them all equally Fave Instrument of Death: Coup d'etat Source of Inspiration: Art films, Neil Postman, e. e. cummings, The Cure, darlrness, poetry, Leonard Cohen Saloon Most Frequented: O'Sheas Irish Pub - Las Vegas and the Savage Beagle, Whistler Why Are You Doing This: To question (and to never, ever be a 9 to 5'er).

Meaning Of Life .. lo 10 Words Or Less: No comment.

Doug says, 'The assumption that technology is always a friend to culture is, at this late hour, stupidity plain and simple. Neil Postman.•

UCFV Student Society Name: Jayce Henderson Sign: The Bull Position: President (of what I'm not sure) Duties: Cliequerequsitionsigner Goals: 6 (2 assists) Fave Way To Silence Critics: The Rack Body Fluid You Hate The Most: Green Phlegm Fave Instrument of Death: Student Politics Sourceoflmpiration: SNI..Deep Thoughts Saloon Most Frequented: Tim Horton's Why Are You Doing This: Doing what?

Jayce says "After crash landing here on earth, I quickly learned the rules of English and Field Hockey and adjusted to the human dietary staples-of microwave popcorn and cherry super nibs. Since th«e is little chance of returning to my home planet, I have assumed a close fascimile to the humasn fonn and plan to dedicating the remainder of my days to educating the ignorant masses about life, the universe and everything!"

Name: Kevin Buchanan Sign: Taurus Positiqn: Vice President - Finance Duties: Evecything from paying to earning to giving to receiving Goals: Get married, have two children with blonde hair and blue or green eyes named Janice and Jackie Fave Way To Silence Critics: Be

obnoxious Body Fluid You Hate The Most: Active fluid to produce offspring with someone that you really don't like "at all" -Fave Instrument of Death: My car with no roof or seat belts Source of Inspiration: Jayce Henderson Saloon Most Frequented: "The Library" Why Are You Doing This: I was told by You! Kevin says "I love money, romance, and fun. I sail, ski, camp, travel, work (5 jobsO and am very enthused about getting married and settling down. This is very selfish - however I would be very obliged to share my dreams and life with someone between 5' 6" - S' 8" blonde hair, blue or green eyed.

Name: Brent Leith Sign: CAUTION: Highly Explosive Position: Inverted Duties: Box Packer Goals: To pack boxes invertedly with explosives Fave WayToSilenceCritics: Firing, Squad Body Fluid You Hate The Most: Formaldehyde Fave Instrument of Death: The Lasagna in the Cafeteria Source of Inspiration: The Blue

Zone Saloon Mon Frequented: Finnegan's Why Are You Doing This: Gave into peer pressure.