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i:iHIMu I Brave New World W ell, we are already

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done this year of school. Unbelievable.

I just cracked open some of my textbooks. With the passing of one semester, the dreaded beast of my life, work rolls ever closer. Don't get me wrong-I'm not lazy, in fact I like labouring after eight months of serious political activity;it clears the mind and makes one realize that a B.A. is not going to cut the cheese. But man, it seems like I just got out of the bush.

The Cascade is now half finished for this year. This sixth issue marks the half-way point in my contract, and I am looking forward to sitting on my couch and watching some serious videos-LOUD (in stereo surround of course). I know we are all looking forward to taking a break.

We have spent the past semester repeatedly answering for one issue, which I can only lament at times, as things have gone from being a dialogue to a diss-session. In any event, it seems that one of my friends suggestion's, "it's old man-move on", would be the best directions to take the paper. This

issue is dedicated to the Cascade's basketball team who deserves some recognition from the student body. It is a sad fact that the Women's team has been winning BIG TIME for the past couple of years and yet the only fans in the stands have tended to be me, their boyfriends and their parents. Now I'm a boyfriend, and I can appreciate how much the team deserves support.

This is the case with all athletics and activities at UCFV. I am just as guilty as any other on this point. I didn't get a chance to come out and cover a soccer game this year. Not once. And I still got an invitation to go to their closing banquet. I didn't accept, of course, as I think that it would be in bad taste; going and celebrating a spent season that you did not participate in.

How about our Day In The Field aka Day In The Cafeteria? I didn't go to this activity either. I went to a concert that cost me $30 for I and 1/2 hours of entertainment. And then later I'll probably tell someone that I can't afford a pop because I'm broke.

My point is simple: We all could

do a little more to make our time at UCFV more enjoyable. Now some of you will read this and roll your eyes like good little cynics. Or maybe you just simply don't like anything that is going on. Or maybe you don't have time due to other commitments. You manage time, time doesn't manage you. Think about it. As for the cynics; We,as a society, don't have time for your pathetic routine. Its lame, middleclass and a sign of banality. If being a cynic makes you cool, your definition of cool is screwed. As for those who just don't have any interest in the activities and sports: I present my case.

Last year I wanted to write opinion for the Cascade. There was no room for more opinion but there was no B-Ball reporter. No one wanted it, so I took it. It has been great and now I don't want to think about who will write for the Cascades when I leave next year. They deserve to be written about. Plain and simple. And I love it.

Looking forward to the break, Paul Becker Editor In Chief

Letters to the Editor Dear Dr. Jones: I am writing on behalf of the Board to express its concern about the cover photo on the October 9th edition of The Cascade distributed at the Heritage Park campus of the University College of the Fraser Valley. While such a photograph may be acceptable within a college setting, we question the appropriateness of such material at the same site as a grades 8-12 secondary school.

Given this Board's concern that this material is not appropriate for the younger students at Heritage Park Centre, we ask that in the future, discretion be used regarding the type of material on display at the Mission campus.

Your assistance in this regard would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, Tom Grieve Board Chair Editors Note: I checked on the distribution of the infamous issue. It wasn't distributed to the high school area of Heritage Park. With the advent of inSlitutions like Heritage Park I wo nd er if we, as University Students, will be allowed to say anything around the poor innocent high school st udents...

Dear Editor, We would like to respond to Taryn Thomson's article discussing sexual harassment at UCFV. While we would

being". The opportunity to abuse power is just as possible in science as in the humanities. Many science students go on to become science teachers and have the development and encouragement of students as a primary responsibility. All scientists, whether teachers or researchers have to work as a team - a team that now contains a more equal number of men and women.

The stereotype of a solitary mad scientist with white hair blowing up chemicals in a basement is long dead we hope!! Even crazy scientists have to work with other crazy scientists.

Nicole Robbins, Sharon Gillies, Kelly Adames, Jane Webb and Gordon von Hollen Dear Editor, I am writing in this little space to ask the student body a question.

Earlier today, I was on my way out of the Abbotsford campus bookstore with a tube ofRolaids, when I saw my friend Kelly. I didn't think about it, really, but I guess she was gathered in the hallway with her class-mates, talking about some art project, or another. Anyway, I walked up behind her and grabbed her legs, and turned her upside-down, "Hi, Kelly!"

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Dear Editor, I was in the student lounge recently, when I saw a copy of the Cascade, Vol.4 No.3/Oct.9, 1996. I was really upset by the nudity which appeared on both the front page, and within the paper itself. I see this as a cheap attention getter, not at all a suitable way to portray our institution.

There are many people other than the student body who have access to the Cascade.

I am very disappointed, to say the least, that you would allow such garbage to be printed. I don't feel that this is a worthwhile use of my student fees.

Spending your time and resources on

854-4529 853-4076 (fax) Email: Cascade@ucfv.bc.ca

Staff: Paul Becker, Editor in Chief Christ Clarke, Managing Editor Taryn Thomson, Copy Editor Mike Thomson, Copy Editor Contributors: Nolan Webb Ron Dart Simon Langeler Len Catling Teresa Hampel Steve Tait Jacob Curley Lisa Chew NaelaAslam Shawn Stetsko Mark Schuster Greg Mohart Chris Terepocki Rob Clarke

Photographers: Shannon Watt

Advertising: Mike Thomson issues within the institution would be a far better use of all our hard earned dollars, as well, it would be worthy of reading.

I do not and will not support your tactics and sensationalizing merely to shock and offend. In the future please stick to reporting the news which is important to all of us at UCFV. Yours truly, Miss Rebecca Russel Ed. Note: Was the story on Mordechai Vanunnu not good enough news for you? I also grow tired of hearing garbage and trash in response to my writer's work. Please use some respect if you want respect. I wonder if the editorial was read ....

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agree a social worker whose primary : focus is the care and responsibility of • fellow human beings needs to have a : healthy attitude towards all members : of our society; however, we cannot • agree this is not a requirement for all : professions.

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Kelly: "Yea-aerg!"

This turned out to be a pretty embarrassing thing to do in front of people. Kelly seemed mad. "I can't believe you did that!" She said.

Now, what do you say? I'm wondering if this may have been a kind of sexual abuse. When I do that, and I do it a lot, am I actually just trying to assert my own over others who are weaker that me? Am I a total bastard?

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Volume 4 Issue No. 6

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A Pioneer in the Green Frontier

by Teresa Hampel

Student Apathy

ciety, environment or economy are ignored, un-adressed or simply prioritized more than the other, the stool "becomes unbalanced and unable to stand on its own." . Therefore, the environment and big business are not diametrically opposed- on contrary, together they help keep society balanced. Without the environment there can be no economy and without business there can be no society.

One project Ross is working on is the regulation of waste material from Abbotsford businesses.

But she claims, "to be frank, governments wimp out to big business" - the waste management plan had to be delayed until 1998. Yet, surprisingly, with all her projects, she has found support within local business-environmentally sound practices are proven to save money. Increasingly, owners and operators are approaching her with fantastic ideas and plans. For example, council and surveyors outlined all fish streams so that developers would know how to plot the land without disturbing spawning habitats. Additionally, there has been overall increased shift towards sustainability within Abbotsford. Since amalgamation there has been more focus on creating a city core - such centralization would reduce Abbotsford 's ecological footprint.

Patricia Ross is raising awareness in the community- an area of

politics many have feared to tread, especially with her level of commitment and compassion. She finds lots of support of encouragement in local support- calls, letters and encouragement out on the street. When UBC surveyed Abbotsford residents in their eco-research, Patricia Ross was recorded as the person who has been the most active in green causes. However, within political spheres, support is not always consistent. Despite advisors who ask her to keep "her environll)ental concerns 'low key"' and to keep that environmental stuff hush-hush for now, Ross remains committed. Often peopie don't realize, as I didn't before, that Ross is the environmental resource for the council. Like other councilors, she tries to be balanced "but some of the issues I had to fight for." Environmental issues are her job and this is the work she was appointed to do. She confides to me that she gets a, lot of flak- she has been warned that if she gets too controversial she 'II "never get re-elected." It must be terrible to have people negate your job because it doesn't reflect the political atmosphere of the day. But Ross refuses to take the neutral status-quo approach and for that I just have to say "Bless You!" She stresses that problems must be remedied: "I can't sit on my hands while problems could be solved."

Aha! A pioneer in our midst.

by Naela Aslam lackofinterestandnoconcernitis, otherwise known as student apathy.

There is a serious virus going A common complaint by some around UCFV right now. It is quite active participants of UCFV activities contagious and many students seem to is that students do not bother to showhave caught it. The symptoms the stu- up to meetings that have been espedent will demonstrate are laziness, lit- cially planned for students. Most tie interest in their surrounding, envi- events and presentations all have a low ronment and no involvement in activi- student attendance rate. Recently, a ties at UCFV. This disease has been Japanese Tour presentation was put on as by consulate representatives and no diagnosed

students attended. Clubs like FVPIRG and the International Club have proved to be ineffective because of a lack of student involvement. The only students who showed any interest in the International Club were the international students. No Canadian students demonstrated any concern or interest towards the club.

Little interest about the Student Union has resulted in little information as to what the Student Union is doing

and what they could be doing.

June 1997 Graduating Arts Students---do you want to have a dinner and dance to commemorate your graduation? This event will not be happening unless there are grads who help organize and plan the function.

Arts students with majors or minors in English, History, Sociology, and Psychology have an opportunity to help start a group in their major.

Asthe environmental liaison to the city council, Patricia Ross is making waves. She certainly has experience at it. She was chosen among only 15 other Canadians to take part in L.E.A.D. (Leadership in Environmental and Development). It is a worldwide organization of 150 members, traveling to other countries to examine their environmental problems and solutions. Ross has traveled to Costa Rica and is planning to attend an environmental study in Zimbabwe.

Sustainability is the mandate of L.E.A.D. and in bringing international issues home, she can apply them to a microcosmic level - think globally, act locally is the premise. Ross definitely takes this to heart but she has refused some positions because she personally feels they would represent a conflict of interest. Yet, she participates in other local levels. She holds the chair of the C.F.V.E.H.G. (Central Fraser Valley Environmental Health Group) and attends various workshops throughout the year. She has devoted her personal time to giving slideshow presentations at U.C.F.V., focusing on how we, as consumers, affect other

countries' economies and thus, their society and environment.

How did she become so involved with environmental problems?

"As soon as I realized that one person could make a difference." Unfortunately, this statement has become so sloganized that it is rendered ineffective and thus, uninspiring. However listening to her response inculcated it with new meaning. It is true that one person can make a difference: I believe that many, because of laziness, ignorance apathy... whatever, refuse to hold this as truth. Because Ross is so much more informed about the intricacies between business, government, culture and the environment than a lot of us, her words ring true. Because, she sees the beauracracy at work at both an international, national and local scope, its inspiring to still hear her claim that just one person can effect change.

Self-taught, in the area of environmental issues, she soon realized that "the worst environmental problem .. ."( As she speaks I anticipate cars or hydro power or just plain over-consumption ) ... is lack of awareness."

She continues with a metaphor of "the three-legged stool" to illustrate the larger picture that many people are unable to see: when either legs of so-

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A Disappointing Drink from the UCFV Theater

by Lisa Chew

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week, I attended an

evening production of the UCFV theater department's Under Milk Wood, and found myself filled with a dread of writing any sort of comprehensive review. The challenge of writing a review of this play are somewhat akin to the challenges of performing it. Each actor must play several roles (often six or seven) and the scenes jump very rapidly from one setting to another. The task of turning Dylan Thomas' radio play into a play for the stage was indeed a daunting one, but one that I think our theater department should have been equipped for. I was eager to see what Bruce Kirkley was going to do with this play and his cast of student actors and I anticipated great things. Aside from individual moments and actors in the play, I'm sorry to have to report that I was disappointed by this production of Under Milk Wood, that did not, in my opinion, meet the stand-

ards of vital theater that we have come to expect here in the valley from the UCFV theater department.

Under Milk Wood is indeed a "play for voices" as Bruce stated in the program, but if one is to bring this play to the stage, then it becomes very clearly a play of characters. The stage elements were played down, with various screens, staging blocks and ramps used to define different locales and a mingling of very simple props, the most effective of these being the multipurpose quilts. The choice to downplay staging elements served to direct the focus to the characters themselves and made it crucial for the actors to meet the challenge laid before them.

The times when I found myself most engaged by the play were when certain actors managed to really play up a character and/or situation. I found Dino Pallone and Emily Stone's portrayal of the Pugh's very entertaining and couldn't help but wonder if they had dug down into their own marriage

as a source for some of the relational elements. Jenny Campbell did a beautiful job of singing without the comfort and ease of instrumental accompaniment. She also amused the audience with her butt wiggling Polly Garter in the scene with the police constable. I only wished that Jenny would make less use of her melodramatic posing that occurred time and time again, no matter what character she was playing. Some other actors who were particularly convincing were Ramona Elke, Marcus Laurence and Richard Heaven. Unfortunately, it was very difficult to follow the cast's switching off from one character to another. I think this was largely due to the lack of characterization that went into many of the roles and I wondered if this were not an indication of time restrictions that had made sufficient rehearsal an impossibility.

The scene in which the actors represented a clock, was the moment in which Under Milk Wood revealed

all that it could have been, had the acting of all the other individual scenes been invested with as much attention to detail. The clock was interesting to watch and you could see that the actors were enjoying it also. Under Milk Wood would make a great training ground for student actors, as the rapid switching from character to character is very challenging. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem that the UCFV students were able to pull it off and I can only guess that time would have been the single factor that could have added to this production.

The final effect of UCFV's Under Milk Wood was that I didn't believe. I didn't believe that this was a seaside community in Wales, I didn't believe that the characters were always who they said they were, and I didn't believe that the characters believed what they themselves were saying - and I had come into the theater desperately wanting to believe what was to be laid before me.

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Dec 2, 1996 A5

Evangelical Experience - BC Style

by Lisa Chew I have spent the last few years wholeheartedly fleeing from the evangelical scene so, why on earth, would I willingly attend a lecture about evangelical Christianity by an evangelical?

I was really excited when I first saw the posters advertising the Religious Experience BC Style lecture series taking place here at UCFV and at TWU. I had decided to commit one Wednesday evening per month to attend these lectures and I was really looking forward to most of the lectures.

The evangelical lecture though, I absolutely dreaded.

I despised the evangelicals' unquestioning embrace of doctrine and even more so, their largely disdainful view of those who can do nothing but wrestle with many of the complex and sometimes troubling concepts embroiled in religious belief. The slick, prepackaged product being sold to me by evangelicals was not intended to be unwrapped and critically examined.

Rather, I was expected to consume and consume with abandon, for how dare I question God, for surely this packaging was approved and sent from God. Well, I attended this lecture with the fear that once again, I would be assaulted by the highly skilled sales techniques that are frighteningly reminiscent of an Amway rally. My only

consolation was my determination that at any time during the lecture, I was free to leave. Well, I stayed - I stayed to the very last moment and the shred of hope that had glowed beneath my fear had been realized. I was able to listen to an evangelical who I could respect, and even admire, for his critical, knowledgeable, and honest discuss ion of evangelical belief. Bob Burkinshaw, a history professor at TWU, gave an overview of some statistical info on the numbers and denominations of the evangelicals in BC. He also defined the four core aspects of evangelical belief and discussed some of the history of various evangelical groups in BC. By placing the evangelical tradition into a historical framework and examining it in terms of beliefs, I found it much easier to separate myself from my own negative experiences and better able to understand the evangelical perspective.

Ron Dart began the questions and comments portion of the lecture by asking several questions. His most pointed and astute question was regarding the evangelical tendency to focus on "family values" types of issues but to completely disregard the larger issues of justice, militarism, human rights, and the environment. There are of course small pockets of evangelicals who are very committed to these

causes, the MCC for example. Bob ally the first step in the process of tried to answer honestly and critically, change. If the evangelicals remain unbut his most significant explanation able to examine themselves critically, was a claim of "lack of sophistication" there is little hope that they will be able on the part of evangelicals. He pointed to refine some of their beliefs or attiout that a political science position at tudes that could perhaps use some reTWU sat empty for several years due vision. to the lack of qualified evangelicals in By attending this lecture Canada. I would suggest that this lack on evangelical Christianity, I was betof sophistication seems to work like a ter able to understand, in an academic viscous circle in the evangelical com- sense, some of the values that dictate munity. If the leaders in the evangeli- much of the behavior of evangelicals. cal community are not pursuing knowl- By being better able to understand edge of "political" or "social" justice them, I find that I am also better able issues, then the lack of interest by the to forgive them their weaknesses. I still general population is perpetuated and disagree with much of the evangelical this in turn then breeds future leaders perspective but it is now with much who are again uninterested or unin- less emotional intensity. I am also reformed on these issues. It would seem lieved to know that there do exist that part of pastoral training for evangelicals who are willing to discuss evangelicals should include more, or the complexities of faith without bebetter, education in areas such as po- ing purely dogmatic. I hope that I will litical science, sociology, anthropology, gain as much understanding of the faith and critical thinking. The two years of of others (Sikhs and Natives) from this evangelical education that I received, lecture series, as I have regarding my had a very strict emphasis on my learn- own. ing rote doctrine as opposed to my exRon Dart will be speaking about amining that doctrine from various per- liberal Christianity on Wednesday, spectives and learning how to use my December 4 at TWU. Ron will be adown critical thinking skills to decide dressing several of the issues that were what I believed. raised at this past lecture and it should Bob freely admitted that one of prove to be a very lively discussion the "blind spots" of the evangelical afterwards. See the posters for more community is its lack of capacity for information and anyone interested in self-criticism. This is a frightening carpooling can feel free to call me at c_h_a_ra_c_te_r_is_t_ic_, _a_s_s_el_f_-c_r_it_ic_is_m_i_s _u_su_-_5_5_6_-_2_2_6_5_. _________ _

Apathy Cont' ________________________ Nobody, however, has shown any interest.

Bulletin boards-around the Campus are flooded with signs which advertise many of these clubs and organizations. Students should try watching for these signs rather than staring at their feet when they are walking through the hallways.

Do not have the time to participate in a club or a group? All the time that is required is one hour a week.

Particip<1ting in these organizations could provide a student with opportunities such as visiting other countries.

A student may also gain valuable experience which would look good on their resume. One hour a week could make a big difference. It would improve the atmosphere at UCFV, it would help keep the groups and organizations together but most importantly, it would demonstrate that the students are concerned and they care about what is happening at UCFV. A list of organizations *There us still a need for conversation partners for international students (one hour per week) Phone 854-4570 if you

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are interested. *All Arts students with Majors or Minors in English, History, Psychology and Sociology can help start a group in their major. These groups are for support, discussing problems with their classes and socializing. the groups won't take up much of your time. Call Laura Carlson at Abby Campus, local 4349, E-mail, fvcarl6c, or leave a message at Abby faculty reception. *Arts interested in joining the Grad Committee to help plan the June '97 Dinner and Dance can sign up outside

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Aby PaulNe"\V Face For The Women Becker----------------------------------------------I began reporting for the Cascades last year. The Women's team were exceptionally strong and each game became less a question of whether or not they would win to whether or not they would break 100 points. That was last year. I have to admit that I was getting tired of laser precision victory; the crowd was nonexistent and the enthusiasm was beginning to be, dare I say, mediocre. That was last year.

The new Cascades are not the

in their head. I cannot imagine facing rookie Krista Harris's heads-up-I'mthe-floor-general face, as it just exemplifies her style. Martha Craig postsup with a fierce snarl, that simply says 'I'm scoring and you are watching' to her defenders. Nicole Schubert's defensive stance matches her face; a calm and yet focused, spring-ready approach: 'Babes, you got the stuff!' The list goes on...

I spent the past couple weeks following the Cascades around watching three separate games and I have to say that this year will be full of learn-

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The Maple Ridge Connection, Gillian "Jizz" Kirk and "Blazin" Erin Brooks are back with even more game.

T h e y know all about it t o o , w h ic h m ake s me say "GA WDDAMN!".

T h e y dribble, shoot and pass like the goddesses of guards.

ing from Martha Craig, Am"Buehler" Mytting and "Jizz" Kirk. Nicole Schubert had a great game, although her time was rather limited, with consistent shooting just inside three-point

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Currently the 2nd highest scorer in the BCCAA, Martha Craig comes out for every game, ready to win.... callused vets of old; instead they are young, vibrant and just plain different compared to the old team. Although Martha Craig, Nicole Schubert and Amber Mytting are in their third year of play, they still approach the court with the interest they showed last year.

It is indeed a different year for the trio, as they have been thrust into the leadership role by head coach Sandy Chambers. Off the court, personalities may have been a little conflicting at first, but knowing the inner culture of the team, I have a feeling things will iron themselves out. On the court, the team is once again, a menace.

The first thing I have noticed about the Cascade is that they are human. Instead of unemotional glares and passive stares of old, the new team shows opposing teams what's going on

ing and winning for the seven new players who have blessed the Cascade's roster (Leslie Sharp"Shooter", Lindsay Fennell, Krista Harris, Donna Lovett, Sara Hambleton, Kelli Fort,and Rana Gibbs). Although they are new to the team, Krista and Donna already have some collegiate time under their belts, Donna coming from Camousen and Krista from the ole' U.S. of A ..

Lindsay Fennell has made an immediate impact with smooth drives, solid rebounds, passes and scoring (including a team-high 17 against CNC).

Donna is fierce on boards (like her Neil, awww) and has a smooth inside jumper that is unstoppable (Donna had an excellent game against the UCC Sun Demons two weekends ago). I have already mentioned Krista Harris but I forget to point out that she apparently

Mytting has im- The Cascade's defense can prove to be overwhelming for other teams. Lindsay Fennell stands over a UCC player. proved quite impressively and seems quite a land. bit more comfortable on the court.

The game play was much more Amber scored a whopping 18 points up to Cascade's standards in the secagainst the UCC Sun Demons, shoot- ond half as the women came out an ing the stars out of the Heritage Park held the Lakers to 15 points. Lindsay Gym. On the other side of the post Fennell sealed the coffin in the windpatrol is Martha Craig who tends to re- ing down seconds, nailing down a few bound, score, score, score and, oh yeah, sharp free throws (90% ), and the Casscore (how's 27 points against the Sun cades walked off the court victorious.

Demons grab ya?).

Needless to say, the Women are in a So, how about a game write-up good position to take the league, once Paul? Well here we go (in short form). again, but I think this year will feature Saturday Night. Nov 23. Okanagan more interesting play so come out and University College Lakers Versus see what the hell I am ranting about.

UCFV Cascades (applause). LakersBCCAAStandings Sunday Nov 24 1996 lost.

W=2 pts. L=O pts. GP W L PTS The game was a bit shaky in the first Malaspina Mariners 6 6 0 12 S 4 1 8 half with the Cascades going into the UCFV Cascades 5 4 I 8 locker room trailing the Lakers. But Douglas Royals 5 3 2 6 Coach Chambers said a few quiet OUC Lakers Langara Falcons 5 3 2 6 words (apparently) and the team came Capilano Blues 5 3 2 6 out wanting the win. And win they TWU Spartans 5 2 3 4 5 2 would with solid performances com- UCC Sun Demons 6

As tenacious as they get, Krista Harris chases her player down court with impressive defense.

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Dunks, Boards And A Little Moxy

by Paul Becker------------------------------'!!....-----------------Attitude-When I'm on fire Juice on the loose--electric wire Simple and plain--give me the lane I'll throw it down your throat like Barkely ... (PUBLIC ENEMY)

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snowed, many things were happening in Mission. The men's basketball team was facing an opponent they didn't know very well on a court they had only practiced on twice. Besides the obvious unknown factor that was working on their heads, the Cascades had something else on their mind. The previous night had been a scene of dismal playing, with the team looking more like a group of guys playing pick-up at the local YMCA. They had suffered a loss to the College of New Caledonia. Albeit, C.N.C. had the three highest scorers in the league, but the facts were plain: the Cascades had lost to a bunch of backwoods buffoons.

For Jake Curley, the game had been a nightmare beginning with the fact that he came late and didn't get to start, probably one of the only times he hasn't started in his career. When he did get on the court he was at best lukewarm, with double teams thwarting any attempt he got at scoring. On the boards he struggled as well and it suffices to say he had a bad game.

Steve Cavanau,gh spent a lot of the game on the bench, elbows resting on his legs in frustration , alongside the refs, the rookies and the team in general. Down deep inside he was choked at himself. This was C.N.C. for Christ's sake! What would happen tomorrow when they played a team of caliber?

Neil Cranna had foul trouble and spent a good deal of time watching Chad Yar,wood lose his rookie face to the likes of a gangly kid from Burns Lake. Although Chad played hard with real intensity, things weren't going his way and all I saw on his face was unharnessed rage. Every time I saw Neil he had a grimace of bitter frustration on his mug.

The only guy that was having a half-decent game, Mark Neill, had foul problems as well. Mark's trademark "Hustler" attitude didn't make the grade with the referees who, incidentally, were absolutely terrible and inconsistent. There wasn't much hope of adjusting to their style of reffing because there was none. Mark had a flash of brilliance with some aggres-

sive steals and breakaways, but his last real breakaway, which could have been one of the sweetest dunks I have seen, simply corked off the back of the rim into half-court.

It was a bad game and the Cascades played poorly.

So you can imagine how these guys felt walking back into the gym just 24 hours later. Somber game faces that looked more like pall-bearing material than pregame Basketball excitement dominated the group. Most everyone was quiet. Except for two

In the back court, the already mentioned Mark Neill played his consistent intense level of defense which frightens me-this guy is psycho!

Rookie Mike Lee played solid and didn't turn the ball over, a problem he suffered from terribly the night before.

But the back court bambino of the evening was Steve Cavenaugh.

"Moxy" led his team like the floor general he should be and scored a sweet 15 points to match his number.

But scoring wasn't the big highlight of his game, rather a solid veteran example of the desire to win, win and win.

He fought the Kamloops guards for possession and didn't let the ball go.

"This ain't happening He dribbled up the court and dished again. I am not letting this hap- when he should have, he shot when he knew it was all his. When Curley pen again." -Steve Cavenaugh "I feel better. A lot better." - missed a dunk on a three on one, it was "Moxy" who got in his face and let Jake Curley

an asshole about it-he was simply a leader.

The game stayed toe to toe the whole second half and came down to some poor chump shooting free throws. He missed both shots and last I heard he was checking into a twelvestep program for the clinically insane.

It was a wicked game and I was so into it that I forgot it was just another league event. It could have been Nationals for all the effort I invested and I've got to give the Men's basketball team a fully deserved "skillz" sticker.

The team was not as happy about the win as I was, they felt that the play was still below standard, and I guess I would agree. But they took one more step towards being hard-core winners as opposed to b-boys that look good.

UC Cariboo Sun Demons came out in their ugly purple and red uniforms, ready to play, ready to win.

They all looked about the same. Nondescript, out of style, unemotional and determined. UCFV contrasted sharply, all individuals with different looks; the only thing that made them teammates appearance-wise was their shoes and jerseys.

The game started with both teams tense and disciplined. In UCFV's case, they were a little too tight until the ball came to Neil Cranna.

Neil spun on his man and put in the Cascade's first two points. And the game was on. Dan Turner came out strong, early with aggressive drives that took the Sun Demons by surprise.

Passing was tight with no big errors.

Neil slowly but consistently pounded away in the paint to provide his team with a solid 21 points, a marked improvement in play for the "Cranna Banana".

Then Jake Curley stepped up to bat, so to speak and began playing like he can. With Neil working his ass off on the other side of the paint Curley was given a little more room for navigation, to work his game. Work the rim that is, as he l@nched into the air to throw down a two-hand dunk that only raised the already fierce spirits of his teammates. Moments later, the Mark "the Hustler" Neill tossed a sweet alley oop to Curley who cocked the ball back and threw down with authority.

The "Stretch Cadillac" was in game With the double goose-eggs on his chest, and a talent for the mode this evening and he was dunkboards, Jake "Stretch Cadillac" Curley posts up for the deuce. ing on the Sun Demons with full crotch exposure. For a moment, Curley was a Curley know that missed dunks Final score: 75-74 poster boy for basketball. weren't cutting it tonight. He wasn't "That was fun eh?"-Jake Curley

"Damn Rights."-Steve Cavanagh

1996-1997 Men's Basketball Weekly Update

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Standings as of Sunday November 24th W=2 points L=0 points GP 6 alaspina Mariners WU Spartans 5 5 angara College Falcons 5 kanagan Lakers

Top 7 Rebounders Athelete 1. Brown, Greg 2. Washbrook, Brian 3. Curley, Jake 4. Willms, Andrew 5. Fast, Jon 6. Antrium, Cory 7. Hinrichsen, Chris

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by Paul Becker With a lack of creativity and a oncoming deadline, Jake Curley proposed a 3pm/3am crossover. After an intense paper/scissors/rock match to decide who would have to write in the morning, Paul Becker emerged victorious( always go with rock). This article, then, is the first half of the deal.. ..

Thesun is not out at 3:00 pm in the afternoon in Kelowna. It is hiding behind thick snow-stuffed clouds that have made the entire valley dark.

I cannot help but feel cold. And I well deserve to be cold, as it must be -15 or something like that. What has happened to me? I used to walk to school in Alberta when it was -40. For God's sake, a chinook that brought on -20 was reason to wear t-shirts and light windbreakers. Here I am freezing my ass off in Kelowna and it is warmer.

I guess that it is colder due to the humidity in the air, which would be quite high due to the enormous lake that the city lies on the edge of. Ahh, the lake where Ogo Pogo dwells, the lake where many water skiers have skimmed over at high speeds, the lake that is a cold, dark green abyss and

looks like certain death upon immersion. I can't imagine falling in this lake at the moment. In the summer, probably every little preppy UBC student that visits the lake falls in, drunk as hell-and loves it! Meanwhile the working students don't have time to frolic in the summer and only know the lake for its green, slushy, evil depths.

I shudder at the thought of what my body would do in such a hostile environment. Needless to say, my voice would increase a few octaves.

As I walk into the Safeway in search of high-speed film I notice a sign on the floor. It reads: SNOW MAKES THE FLOOR SLIPPERY. BE CAREFUL! Interesting. Two things come to mind: 1) The message is so concise and basic. Reminds me of the first screen on an American ATM I used this summer in San Fransico. It read: ENTER YOUR SECRET NUMBER. In Canada we are more pseudo-intellectual and we call it a Personal Identification Number. In Kelowna they stay American when it comes to signs.

I would have written the sign like this: CAUTION: SNOW, IN ANOTHER TEMPERATURE IS KNOWN AS WATER. WATER CAUSES A LACK OF SURFACE COHESION. BE WARNED. Who is sillier, I wonder. In

my gut I know that just by the fact that a sign is up someone isn't using their head. 2) I find it clever that the store puts the responsibility on the customer. Instead of, oh I don't know, putting a carpet at the entrance to soak up the snow they put up a one-foot sign that is condescending. I wonder if this gives them a legal advantage in case someone falls and hurts themselves.

This reminds me of the hard-hats that my tree-planting company makes me wear so I'll satisfy the Worker's Comp requirements. A hard-hat, you see is supposed to protect me in case a tree falls on me. I'm glad a thin piece of plastic is what keeps my skull safe from a 1-ton tree. Just like I glad a thin piece of plastic is all that keeps me from slipping in a puddle of tracked-in snow.

But at least the snow is melting which means the store is warmer than the frigid conditions outside. I can unzip my jacket(s) and breathe through my mouth. For awhile. But as soon as I find the film, which I quickly do, I have to leave this haven for the frozen. Shitty. So out I go.

I spy the Cascades (women) leaving The Love Shop. They all have this weird look on their faces, something that says "We came we saw, we are bothered". Later on the bus I am

told about the material for sale in The Love Shop. "Both battery powered and electric?" I respond with a raised eyebrow. Provocative.

"What kind of beads did you say?"

Now I'm stuck in the cold again.

What is going on? It is even darker now, at 3:30 in the afternoon. I feel like I should be in bed with a book stuck to my face, because I drooled all over it when I fell asleep. But I'll sleep soon enough once the bus-driver gets back and I can reclaim my 1 cubic meter of space.

And return he does, full of stories about how great a party town Kelowna is. In the summer, he tells me, this town is jumping with activity.

Then he qualifies it with a gratuitous drinking story involving him, a parrot and some mysterious buddy named Murray. .

His story is incredibly decadent and I can't help but think I have become a little less concerned with the more important things in life, like using my brain, after listening to his horrible saga.

After a few more painfilled moments I leave and stand in the parking lot.

It is still CQld.

Jacob's Matter: 3a.m. On the Bus

by Jacob Curley

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years ago he was on the tube. I remember watching him trap players with his spidery arms, a flickering, spinning n the middle ofnowhere in the image. My mind keeps playing the middle of the night. Fifty faces star- same clip, looping like Louie Louie. ing straight ahead. Blue light beams a I'm tripping on another bus. Instead blank stare off a stripped hill, casting a of seeing Al's black jacket and his reflection that is as barren as my own clammy green skin I see the glasses, image in the window. Layers of emp- curls, and scruffy beard of my old tiness. The bus skims the highway like friend Paul. a jock skims his cliff notes. If everyPaul was an El Camino driving one in every seat could swallow my Metis. He worked for my dad when I load, then the bus might touch the road. was ten. I was always happy to see I turn and ponder Al. He's him sitting at the table, shootin' shit curled up like a toad in a teacup. He's with my old man. I'd stir my soup. paralyzed with motion sickness. Seven Clam chowder with an ice-cube and a big spoon. Even then it was obvious

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that Paul could recognize the tragedy in life, he just couldn't avoid it. After years of battling with his father he locked his life in the apartment and left via the balcony. Ten stories later his body bounced in the parking lot.

Now his ghost is sitting next to me. He cracks a jagged grin and leans in: "As you fade into the grey, try to

The wheels on the bus go round and round, What we see and what we've found, Is thinking dreamers sink and drown, In shallow pools once thought stay awake Jake, 'cause nightmares profound. lurk beyond the ... " He points through As you pass the bong and your brain the drivers head, through the farts out its contents, remember, still windshield, and out to where the night bodies move faster than active ones to deletes the fight. the finish line where no one wins. ''I'm gonna puke!" Al runs for INTHEUCFV a locked bathroom and Paul is gone. I was baited by a dream and buggered

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FREEDOMOFTHEPRESS: 20th century democratic motto or systematic government propaganda? I know government criticism is a tiresome topic for an article, but I've got a beef with our government influencing the media.

The breaking story on the news the other day was new information on the Holocaust of the 40s. Sources say that Britain actually knew about the mass executions of the European Jewish citizenry a year before the story hit the headlines. One year went by before the world was made aware that the Nazis were killing thousands of people. The reasons Britain had for not disclosing the information were not

clear to me, but at any rate, the human rights violations should have been announced. Now the British are being criticized for the secret.

The problem I have with this mess is where do the UN, Canada and the rest of these 'all talk, no action' countries get off? Systematic killings, mass executions, human rights abuses and genocide are flagrant all over the world today. The Holocaust was a terrifying tragedy for human-kind, but those abuses were heavily scrutinized by the UN and Germans today feel the weight of the punishment. So why are the Nazis considered the spawn of Satan and political party in Indonesia considered Canada's political ally and close trading buddy? (This is one example of many and not intended as a

by its perversion. The message is clear and the message is this:

racist or demeaning stab at Indonesian citizens). The Indonesian government has been involved in an act of genocide on the people of East Timor since 1975. The Canadian government has been exporting munitions to help in the mass slaughter since 1979. Media coverage of this event has been kept to a minimum in Canada.

Gee, I wonder why? The Canadian press has not been stingy with its criticisms of the Nazis. After all, they started World War II, right?!?

What's the deal with the double standards? We're still dragging up dirt from 1940 yet we can't even deal with the prominent issues effecting 1996.

Do we have 'freedom of the press' or government BS.?

THIS MONTH

Nov. 27 - Dec. 3 2nd Year Photography Dec. 4 - Dec. 10 Ceramics Dec. 11 - Dec. 18 Graphics Room B136

HOURS 8:00am - 4:00pm Mon-Fri

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Rants, Raves, and Assorted Reviews

by Nolan Webb INTRODUCTION TO FORCE-FED MONKEY FILM Since its that time of year Themes include the complete works of Pauly Shore and Damon again I thought it Wayans. would be appropriate to offer some HIS 311 altemaHISTORY OF MEN (1200tives to the UCFV Winter TimetaPRESENT) ble ...

Please refer to almost every AGRI 113 class in the History department for FROM GRAZING TO BARBEQUE furthur details.

BLAZING HIS 400 What really happens to all those pretty farm animals you used to HISTORICAL PERSPECTNES ON THE RISE AND FALL OF CLASSIlove as a kid.

CAL HISTORY JUXTAPOSED CHEM400 WITH THE SELECTED HISTORY CREATNE SYNTHESIS OF THE POST-MODERN WORLD The wonderful world of The course description was homemade narcotics and explosives. edited for length.

ENGLlO0 INT 300 MODERN LANGUAGE INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES: How normal people speak and JOB MARKET ANALYSIS AND THE write.

ACQUISITION FD 183 OF PRACTICAL AND TRANSFERFASHION DESIGN MINIMALISM: RABLE SKILLS THE ECONOMY OF SPACE Please Note: course cancelled Less really is more in this due to lack of interest. practicalcourse designed to enable KPE 161 the designer tocreate more women's CONTEMPORARY FASHION: classics with merespools of thread.

THE FUTURE P.E. TEACHER FILM 121

The ins and outs of "the look".

Term projects will include the acquisition of fitting sweatpants and helpful hints on how to make spandex an everyday addition to your wardrobe.

LAS 100 REFRITOS: THEIR EFFECT ON HUMAN DIGESTION LAS 300 DREAM VACATIONS Students will be taught how to wash away all feelings of guilt as they enjoy the time of their life as it is built on the biicks of the blood, sweat, and tears of a nation.

PHIL 101 PHILOSOPHY AND THE UNDERGRADUATE Topics include conceptualizing unemployment and the rationalization of student debt. (Is debt real if I don't percieve it?).

PSYC 095 THE PSYCHOLOGY PROFESSOR An introductory course designed for prospective students. The idosyncracies of instructors will be examined as they relate to the topics of addiction, drugs and behaviour, antisocial behaviour, sress disorders

Paranoids of the World Unite!!!

by Mike Thomson---------------------------------------------1was listening to the radio the

other day, and heard there was a group of young Nirvana fans who believe that Kurt Cobain did riot, in fact, commit suicide. He was murdered as part of some sinister conspiracy. 1 was later channel surfing and caught the tail-end of an interview with the proponents of this theory. They did not seem to be certain of who the guilty party is, but they were convinced that Cobain represented some sort of threat to some sinister, shadowy, group. I was wondering: "Don't these guys have anything better to do with their time?" 1 knew I had something better to do, and turned the TV off.

That such a theory would be thought up does not surprise me. One of my closest friends during my first try at post-secondary education 10 years ago, went through his "Jim Morrison"-obsessed poet stage. He practically memorized No One Here Gets Out Alive and went on and on about the

theories that Morrison faked his death and was actually still alive. He outgrew this, but the summer of 1987 seemed very long at times.

The conspiracy theories that surround Kennedy's death are at the root of modem conspiracy-obsessed indivictuals. Remember the Kennedy-obsessed guy hanging out in the bookstore in Slackers. He was so believable because most of us know at least one person with a pet theory. And most of us believe that there was more to the Kennedy assassination than suggested in the Warren Report. But I find Oliver Stone's massive conspiracy in JFK hard to swallow. Stone blames everyone from Castro to the American Nazi Party, encompassing every known conspiracy theory into one neat package. If he had stated that this was merely intended as entertainment, I'd find the whole concept easier to swallow. But I've seen interv1·ews1·nwh1'ch Stone claims his movie was historically accurate. As a history major, I have a lot of trouble with that.

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and anxiety.

PSYC 386b DRUGS AND BEHAVIOUR 2: THE CLASS YOU THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A hands on sequel to the popular original. Note: This course has been dsesigned as a CO-OP program in conjunction with the friendly folks at Flnnegans and Hemp BC. RELi 100 CONSTRUCTNE REVIEW OF THE RELIGIONS OF MINORITIES Please Note: Currently unavailable anytime soon.

RTSK 100 READING AND TEACHING SKILLS In this optional course, certain professors will be introduced to human emotions, intonation, interpersonal relations and the effective use of twentieth century multimedia.

THEAlO0 A CRASH COURSE IN ACTING Complementary French-hats and free haircuts with broken scissors are just the start of this vibrant class.

Practical skills to be developed include a working accent and walking like you're smuggling marbles.

Conspiracy theory appeals to indivictuals who feel so powerless in the face of our increasingly complex world. Nobody seems to know what is going on, and individuals are swamped by a tidal wave of conflicting information. Just check out any TV news program that brings together a group of prominent economists to explain the ins and outs of the world economy.

They will confuse the hell out of you, and leave you with the feeling that they do not have any idea as to what is really going on. In such a world as this, the idea that a small group could pull off a massive conspiracy is comforting. Someone, at least, is in control.

On the flip side of this coin, is the dangerous side of conspiracy theory.

Conspiracy theory is used by small groups to justify violent actions, after all their rights and freedoms are under attack. Groups like the Weathermen and the Symb1'onese L1'berat1·onOr ganization convinced themselves that a fascist police state had taken over the United States, and that they were among the few who realized this. The

danger from extremist left-wing terrorism was never great in North America 20-30 years ago, but the danger from far-right-wing terrorism is a threat today. Groups such as the Aryan Nations and Militia Movement thrive on paranoid conspiracy theories that justify their opposition to the government.

Conspiracy has become so entrenched in our popular culture, it has become a stereotype. Watch the XFiles, with its frequent references to the Roswell/UFO conspiracy theories.

More recently I was watching an episode that linked the character "Cancer Man" to the Kennedy and King Assassinations. This is not meant to be taken seriously, it is intended as entertainment, but reflects a society which is increasingly obsessed with shadowy groups who attempt to control the opinions of society.

In a world hurtling towards the millennium, in which all the old rules no longer seem to apply, an obsession with conspiracy theories is a symptom of our societies increasing anxiety.

Jim Morrison is dead, Chuck!

bustible gases of The lab, and made chemists believe that one lowly writer Would cast aspersions on their deeds or persons.

But Oh, how mistaken! How differentfrom the aims of she, Who broke the horrid silence at UCFV only to Bathe the student body in happy realms of light!

And yea, but that this world was filled only with Healthy people, and that in all realms

in which we walk, The serpent of sexual harassment should not dwell.

But we are free tofall, and many among us fall to Bottomless perdition, dwelling in a dungeon horrible.

We cannot bar all the unhealthy creatures from the Realm of light, but we can ensure that our Fall' n cherubs do not become social workers!

by Taryn Thomson----------------------------------------------

T he following

So that with your input, and my computer, I may justify the ways of a lowly writer To chemists.

Say first, what caused this lowly writer Tofallfrom the grace of the chemistry Of Sexual Harassment, and a lowly department.

What foul event cast me out from the writer Abyss of anonymity, and thrust me, Whose first article on same headlong flaming, Brought wrath from the chemistry deInto the penal fires of criticism? Th' partment, infernal phrase, And all my woe, hwas, whose barbs stirr' d up the comI call on thou, Oh spirit,

drivel is dedicated to the UCFC chemistry department, in response to its reaction to my article in Volume 4, issue 5, entitied "Sexual Harassment at UCFV".

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Volume 4 Issue No. 6

Interview with the Inbreds

new digs in Halifax. As drummer "At one point we did have an A and R Ullrich suggests though, the label in- person there (during recording) which UStbefore opening up for tervention can at times be a tradeoff. is kind of cheesy but we got a lot of a sold-out show with Sloan, Dave @MTTTTG+LE.0i.0 ....

0 ...... rn ...mm.....~----------, Ullrich and Mike O'Neill stopped to chat about the latest in the lives of the world's most popular bass and drums band. Fresh from a video shoot for their second single, "Wind Picks Up", we grabbed a few minutes with the guys before sound check.

The Inbreds latest whirlwind of change has left them a two piece no longer, with the addition of bass/guitarist Matt Kelly. Kelly seems destined to be a temporary member to fill out the sound on tour since, as O'Neill says, "As far as The Inbreds are concerned, the plans are to keep it as a two piece." The bands latest album It's Sydney or The Bush also represents the group's first release on the Tag/Atlantic label. The major label contract has allowed them to ditch their day jobs The Inbreds: Dave Ullrich and Mike O'Neill and has also facilitated a move to their

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free food out of it." The band now finds itself headlining shows clear across the country, but O'Neill says that they're conscious of their steady but slow rise to notoriety, "The scope is increasing but it's just as exciting as when wee first headlined shows in Toronto, when we still lived in Kingston."

Living in Halifax has been a nice change for the band, as the beautiful city offers a solid fan base and a large group of friends which includes members of Sloan and the Superfriendz.

Speaking of Sloan, the interview comes to an abrupt but suitable end when drummer Andrew Scott drops in, indicating that it's time to get back to work once again.

CD GIVEAWAY!!!!!!!!!!!!

The first person to march into the Cascade office and shout "It's Sydney or The Bush, give me that damned Inbreds album" will get a free copy of the brand new album.

I on Indie '96

by Greg Mohart

Greg's Place, October 29, 1996.

Thefirst of only two bands on opening night was CLAYSUN, a fourpiece rock band (drummer, bassist, one guitarist, and one singer-guitarist) who were talented players. Showing a blues-rock edge for much of their set, CLAYSUN's influences included Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Cream, as well as shades of Black Sabbath during their heavier moments. They also had a humble, attitude-free stage demeanor which was kind of refreshing.

However, their live show could have used a bit more energy. The fuzzy-headed guitarist looked at the floor of the stage for the bulk of the show, while the bass player's B.B. King-style grimaces were no visual picnic either.

In spite of this, it must be noted that the band worked very well together, particularly when it came to the tightness of the rhythm section. But their influences made for a dated sound which hurt their chances of capturing

Intensions Cont'------All fun aside, I do sincerely apologize if I offended anyone in the Chemistry department with my last article. I do not retract what I said, however, for I maintain that social workers (and also teachers, counselors, and child care workers) are in professions for which there are special requirements regarding their psychological health.

That said, I'd like to now thank those chemists who got fired up about my article, for they seem to be the only one's out there who took any notice.

IS THERE ANYBODY OUT THERE! This is real, and this is now, folks. Our school is giving us a clear message that sexual harassment is something that it will push under the rug rather than stamp out. Will we accept this? Will you?

the under-30 crowd. These influences also hurt their song writing to the point where they haven't quite found their own sound.

CLAYSUN's competition came from SAR UM, also a four-piece, but a much different sound, presentation, and demeanor. First of all, I couldn't get over the huge, double-kick drum set. It took five guys to attach the cymbal and tom apparatus to the body of the kit! From that point, I knew I was going to see a metal band in action.

Sure enough, SAR UM came out playing loud, hard, and fast, and finished the night in the same way. The musical standouts in this band were their drummer, who also managed to sing good harmonies, and a lead guitarist who has some of the fastest fingers I've ever witnessed on the club scene. The drummer, who handled the in-betweensong banter with class, even gave us a drum solo in the middle of the set when the guitarists required a tuning time out.

SAR UM seemed to suffer from a similar anxiety of influence which plagued the opening band except, in

SARUM's case, the major influence is pre-1991 Metallica. Metallica was the only real influence I could detect, and they're great, don't get me wrong but, at this point in their career, SARUM hasn't been able to put their own stamp on what they hear in Metallica. This also hurt SARUM in the diversity department; in fact, I'm sorry, but their set sounded like one song from beginning to end. This band would do well to try changing the pace and mixing things up every now and then.

Now I am about to get nasty, but a member of SARUM gave me no choice on this one.

During CLAYSUN's set, SARUM's bassist made fun of his opposition by doing a mocking, gawking little dance, followed by a high five to his lead guitarist as if to say, "We 're gonna kick their ass!" The bassist spent his set with SARUM positioned on the speakers just off to the right of his audience, assuming stereotypical 80's metal poses and "i'm cooler and better than you" scowls that would embarrass most metal music lovers. Plus, it didn't matter whether or not you applauded

or screamed for SARUM in between songs; the bassist did it for you.

Moreover, the bassist was prone to sloppiness which occasionally hurt the band's quest for Metallica-like tightness. In a nutshell, the bassist, at this point, has neither the technique nor the songs to back up'his attitude, and this could alienate potential fans.

AND THE WINNER WAS ...

SARUM, who had more of their friends in the club than did CLAYS UN at night's end. Ah, the good old judgment by volume of biased applause and screams.

If I could have picked the winner, I would have gone with CLAYSUN by a hair's width. Overall, the night was short on originality, but I felt that CLAYSUN had a bit more diversity and slightly stronger material.

What did bother me about opening night is that both bands, despite good musicianship, proved to be out of touch with the current musical scene. So I hope to see more diverse, adventurous bands at Indie '96 next week. I know they're out there! Come to Greg's Place and check them out for yourself.

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Curlywack Finds ''The One''

by Simon Lange/er help.

"Well, what have we here?"

-Lando Calrissian.

SoI fell in love on the 15th of November. It was at the basketball meet of the Cascades (girls) against the team from New Caledonia, a christian school, I think. She was 5 feet tall, 2 and a half feet wide. She had long brown tresses, bound in a pony-tail.

She was the captain of the New Caledonia team. Most of her team kind of sucked, and the Cascades crushed them, 89-33. But #11 on CNC was built like a pile of bricks, and although she did not score a single basket, none would have been scored without her

(The game was held at the Mission Campus, which is brand new and equipped with a state of the art weightroom above a shiney new gymnasium.)

It was her birthday that day.

From the crowd behind me, one of her grandparents yelled "Happy Birthday!" during play. To this she flashed an appreciative smile.

Her calves were as well developed as my own. Her shoulders, even bigger. She could fling that ball into play like non-other. Her team-mate shuddered with the impact when they caught her cannonball passes. And when she did that thing that aggressive players do, when they just stand right in your way, like: "hey, I'm not foul-

ing you, I'm not fouling you!" -well, she knocked down two of the Cascades with that maneuver. She just stood fast while our players collided with her on lay-up attempts. One time one of the Cascades would have none of this, and #11 was deflected, reeling backwards with a thump and a slide (aye, and my heart skipped a beat). And do you think she complained? Did she even wince?

No way! She bobbed up like a weighted balloon and strode back into the fray.

"We decided she was overly masculine," said Lindsay Fennell, #9 on the Cascades. But I knew better.

When the game was over, she walked towards the bleachers I was sitting at the bottom of. By Moses, she was going to walk right by me! I mustered

up my courage and held up my hand to bid her stop before me. "Number eleven!" I said. "What's your name?"

She stopped. "Tanis," she answered.

Then I said: "Tanis! You are the best basketball player I have ever seen! I have never seen, I have never seen a girl like you before!" I gestured at her leg, which was level with my eyes, "And your calves, they're huge!" She smiled, and smiled broadly. Her teeth were as white and straight as snowcovered logs. "Thanks!" She said.

Then she climbed the bleachers, for to speak with her grandparents. We bid each other "so long," and I went upstairs, and tried an incline press that had my head pointed at the floor at a 45 degree angle, because I was inspired.

would resolve in medium-fast pogo style grooves.

JOANIE LOVES CHACHI's set, however, was not without the odd problem. The vocals were a tad suspect, in that the singer's clean voice was often flat, while his screaming seemed to lack conviction at times.

The guitar was falling out of tune throughout the set, for which the singer/guitarist graciously apologized.

I would have let this go, even though it really disrupted the continuity of the band's set, had the singer/guitarist not revealed the nature of his difficulties: he had just put new strings on his guitar. A non-musician may not know what I'm talking about, so let it be known that new strings need at least a couple of days to stretch and be "broken in," so to speak, OR THEY FALL OUT OF TUNE! My god, the man had three guitars and couldn't keep a single damned one of them in tune! The singer/ guitarist's tuning frustrations reached their pinnacle when, after the last song, he said, "Sorry, man, that wasn't supposed to happen," let his guitar fall to the ground, and walked off the stage in a huff. In spite of these

problems, all JOANIE LOVES CHACHI needs is a couple of adjustments and they, like SAM, have the potential to take themselves beyond the indie/club circuit.

AND THE WINNER WAS ...

JOANIE LOVES CHACHI because, once again, it does not matter how many friends (or, possibly, unbiased others) are enjoying your set and cheering you on while you play. What matters is how many noise-making friends of each band are still in the club at 1:30 in the morning. I admit, I enjoyed their show, problems and all. They have nowhere to go but up. On the night, however, I felt that SAM had the better songs and a more convincing, compelling execution.

Immediately after their victory, JOANIE LOVES CHACHI's singer told the audience that such a contest is an unfair "apples and oranges" mode of comparison and that we should concentrate on enjoying the show. I sympathize and, to some degree, agree with this statement, but exclusion is a part of human nature. Whatever art form it may be, we all have our own canons, don't we?

I on Indie '96: Week 2

by Greg Mohart

Greg's Place, November 5.

Forthe second consecutive week, a high level of instrumental talent was present but, unlike opening night, the bands proved to be much more creative and much more in touch with what most modem rock listeners seem to be interested in.

Due to an argument with my server at a local pub (something about threatening to break my shins if I don't pay off my beer tab), I didn't get to the club until about I 0:30. I know, I'm a jerk for missing Paul ez Muerto, a lo-fi, "instrumental because we don't have any lyrics yet" kind of band which is apparently influenced by Pavement and Sonic Youth's less noisy side. I got this information from band member Jaret; after all, I came late, how the fuck am I supposed to know?

I was present, however, to witness SAM, a damn good, versatile, melodic power-pop band (drummer, bassist, lead singer/guitarist, harmony vocalist/guitarist). From their set, I detected the influences of The Pixies,

They Might Be Giants, a little Sonic Youth, along with splashes of Nirvana and Weezer. Despite these influences, which inevitably creep up in every rock band I've ever heard, the members of SAM accomplished what CLAYSUN and SAR UM (last week's bands) could not: they have absorbed their influences and presented them in a fresh, inventive manner. Clever, dynamic song writing and introverted yet enthusiastic stage presence and execution permeated SAM's set. This band definitely has the potential to go places!

Finally, I saw the first trio of the contest as JOANIE LOVES CHA CHI (drummer, bassist, singer/guitarist) hit the stage. While the band was not quite as dynamic or diverse as SAM, JOANIE LOVES CHACHI was certainly louder and heavier. Picture Limblifter and Our Lady Peace on steroids and angel dust. The backbone of the band's heaviness and hard pop-rock intensity was their incredible drummer (a guy whom many bands will likely be plotting to steal in the future!), while quirky guitar chords and voicing made for purposely tense moments which

ONE MAN'S CATHARTIC EXPERIENCE Jr.----------------------------------------------by Orla Petersen

crystallize?

I walk the path of truth, Why now can you not swallow my from the depth of my soul I give. love?

My heart is your medicine, my love is Why does thy mother not raise her your wine. glass?

A toast to our eternally unified life ...

Free,free to love and learn from the fear of death.

For me when I love, I have no fear, so as we loose our fears we learn to live.

Love is the intertwine of you and I. Salut' ...

Ohl Why does thy mother not raise her glass?

Does she not know this gesture holds the limitations of your freedom?

Ohl Why does my blood in your wine

In the light of her oppressive values and restrictive beliefs -for the first time - I give up my altruism and humility.

Mother dearest's dirty finger nails guide her daughters hands to ...

Plunging your fingers through my heart you ...

The flesh of my heart beat, mesh through your fingers like jello.

Mother dearest pulls the choke chain tighter cutting your circulation.

Anxiety and confusion grow and a

breath of peace gasps for air, thus this air push me away.

and agree a solution must be resurrected.

Ironically you know who holds the chain on your freedom. The answer of who you are is in your own freedom. In the name of tradition and with a hypocritical form of respect you deny your own right to freedom, thus you continue the illusion of life.

When fear of the consequences produce lie after lie you manifest the behavior of a hypocrite.

Tick tock... Tick tock ...

And with your zombie glare you say "sorry" while in the same breath you say "good-bye!"

Like so many people, like too many people we evolve in the socialization process of meager existence. If anybody disagrees with me - I dare you to, please - prove me wrong!

Tick tock... Tick tock ...

Eventually you acknowledge my pain

Merry Christmas everyone.

The views expressed in The Cascade are the views of students, mainly people just like yourself. Get the point?

li!roup Messages BASA BRIEF Hello from the BASA Board!

We would like to give you some exciting news. We will be holding our BASA Christmas Bash at GG's SportsBar on Wednesday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m. The entry fee to the event is a donation of a non-perishable food item. As last year, tickets will be handed out by BASA members with details about the event and a map. GG's SportBar is providing appetizers for the event.

An informal bowling get together is planned at Dogwood Bowling & Billiards located at 33550 South Fraser Way on Friday, November 29 at 7:00 p.m. We hope to see you there. Look for posters and details around the school for the Christmas Bash. Keep posted for future BASA upcoming events.

Stacey Pirot.

rights and Amnesty International.

Taryn Thomson

The Truth about Fashion "Fashion is a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to change it every six months." - Oscar Wilde

On Tuesday December 3, at 12:30 PM, there will be a sculptural fashion show being held in the cafeteria. Three artists from the Fine Arts program (Julie Henderson, Manju Dhat, and Heather Braun-Dahl) have put their heads together to delve into the glamour kingdom of pop-culture.

This show will feature exciting new revelations in fashion like 'the waist maximizer', which increases ones waist size by two. As well, the newly invented 'gravity defyer' lifts those sagging areas of one's body to great new heights! Chicken wire, bamboo placemats - even carpet underlay have SUS REPORT been used to enhance, portray, and exMerry Christmas from the Student pose the truth about fashion.

Union Society. See you next year!

As you may have already guessed, Please fill out the BC Benefits sur- this is not a fashion show for the outer vey. Stop by the office if you haven't enhancement of woman-kind, but it is seen them. Parents come in and fill out a show to reflect the superficial focus the Angel Tree Applications. on the outer self that the fashion industry so frequently portrays. Our soAMNESTY Amnesty International Christmas Card ciety is constantly bombarded with images of graphically enhanced and riSale! diculously thin women endorsing a lifestyle of happiness measured by The UCFV Amnesty International one's physical appearance. While we group is selling Amnesty Christmas all know and understand that our looks Cards. The cards will be sold from the will someday fade and our bodies will Student Union Office, and the cost is $3.00 for a package of eight cards. pass away, we get caught up in believPlease come and buy your Christmas ing that looking good is what makes cards from us, and support human us successful. Come learn about the darker side of fashion on December 3 !

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