The Cascade Vol.27 Iss.07 by The Cascade

FEBRUARY 27 TO MARCH 5, 2019

VOLUME 27 ISSUE 07

Comfortable with entropy since 1993

SELF/LESS LOCAL FIMMAKERS INVESTIGATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHONE AND MENTAL HEALTH

pg.10

SQUARE PEG, ROUND HOLE? DO SUS VoLuNTEeR POSITIONS FIT IN STUDENTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; LIVES?

pg.7

Raising awareness? PINK SHIRTS COVER UP REAL PROBLEMS WWW.UFVCASCADE.CA

pg.6

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

Copy Editor Kat Marusiak kat@ufvcascade.ca

Production Assistant Renée Campbell renee@ufvcascade.ca

Production Assistant Uyen Nguyen uyen@ufvcascade.ca

News Editor Jessica Barclay jessica@ufvcascade.ca

Opinion Editor Carissa Wiens carissa@ufvcascade.ca

Culture & Events Editor Cassie de Jong cassie@ufvcascade.ca

Arts in Review Editor Martin Castro martin@ufvcascade.ca

Multimedia Editor Mikaela Collins mikaela@ufvcascade.ca

Digital Media Manager Jeff Mijo-Burch jeff@ufvcascade.ca

Illustrator Simer Haer Illustrator Cory Jensen

Sports Writer Alex Jesus Staff Writer Andrea Sadowski

10-11

Staff Writer Darien Johnson

Event Reporter Alexandra Johnson

Staff Writer Julie Bond

Social Media Writer Laurel Logan

Staff Writer Caleb Silveira

Social Media Writer Uyen Nguyen

CONTRIBUTORS Chandy Dancey Aleister Gwynne Jenny Postma Denaye Reinhardt Christopher Smith Cover Design: Mikaela Collins Back Cover: UFV Career Centre & BCFS

WWW.UFVCASCADE.CA

ARTS

Illustrator Kayt Hine

OPINION

Production Manager Elyssa English elyssa@ufvcascade.ca

NEWS

Managing Editor Jessica Barclay jessica@ufvcascade.ca

CONTENTS

FEATURE

Business Manager Quintin Stamler quintin@ufvcascade.ca

Creative Director Joel Robertson-Taylor joel@ufvcascade.ca

CULTURE

Executive Editor (interim) Cat Friesen cat@ufvcascade.ca

12 9.......Events Calendar

Snapshots.......8 Study Break.......15 @UFVCASCADE FACEBOOK.COM/UFVCASCADE INSTAGRAM.COM/UFVCASCADE Volume 27 · Issue 07 Room S2111 33844 King Road Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8 604.854.4529 The Cascade is UFV’s autonomous student newspaper. It originated under its current name in 1993, and achieved autonomy from the university and the Student Union Society in 2002. This means that The Cascade is a forum for UFV students to have their journalism published in an entirely student-run setting. It also acts as an alternative press for the Fraser Valley. The Cascade is funded with UFV student funds, and is overseen by the Cascade Journalism Society Board, a body run by a student majority. The Cascade is published every Wednesday with a print circulation of 1,000 and is distributed at Abbotsford, Chilliwack (CEP), Clearbrook, and Mission UFV campuses and throughout the surrounding communities. The Cascade is open to written, photo, and design work from all students; these can come in the form of a pitch to an editor, or an assignment from an editor. Writers meetings are held every Monday at 2:30 p.m. in The Cascade’s office on the Abbotsford campus. In order to be published in the newspaper, all work must first be approved by The Cascade’s editor-in-chief, copy editor, and corresponding section editor. The Cascade reserves the right to edit submissions for clarity and length. The Cascade will not print any articles that contain racist, sexist, homophobic or libellous content. Letters to the editor, while held to the same standard, are unedited, and should be under 200 words. As The Cascade is an autonomous student publication, opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect that of UFV, The Cascade’s staff and collective, or associated members.

19.......CIVL Shuffle

NEWS 4......Building D renovations

VP students presentation.......3

OPINION Saving money.......5 Dear Robin.......7

6.......Editorial 6.......Ending racism

CULTURE LNAP at UFV......12 Gender Revolution.......14

13.......UFV speaks 13.......Cascade Kitchen

SPORTS Men's basketball.......16

16.......Wrestling

ARTS ROMA.......17 Green Fuzz.......18

18......Other people's problems 19......Thank U, Next

news@ufvcascade.ca Jessica Barclay — News Editor

WEDNESDAY, FEBRURARY 27, 2019

NEWS

UFV //

VP students candidates discuss opportunities and challenges at UFV

NEWS BRIEFS

Alisa Webb and Chris Rogerson present to UFV community as search for new VP students nears its conclusion

UFV student designs shirts for Pink Shirt Day UFV student Chantelle Trainor-Matties’ artwork titled “Dance of the Otters” has been chosen as the design for Nations Creations 2019 Anti-Bullying Pink Shirt. Trainor-Matties’ artwork features two otters holding hands, and the design explores her Nisga’a and Metis family history. “A young otter observed another playing alone in the river,” reads the artist statement for the piece. “Without a second thought it plunged into the cool waters to offer its favourite rock as an invitation to a playful and harmonious dance.” The shirts are available for purchase at the the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campus bookstores, and at the Sto:lo Gift Shop in Chilliwack. - UFV Today

Jagmeet Singh wins place in House of Commons NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has won a seat in the House of Commons in the Burnaby by-elections this Monday, Feb. 25, winning 39 per cent of the votes. Three separate by-elections were held this month, taking place in Burnaby and locations in Toronto and Montreal, just months before the federal elections are set to take place. “Mr. Singh’s victory will help quell rumblings within his party over his future. Previous NDP leader Tom Mulcair said in January that it would be difficult for Mr. Singh to stay on as leader if he lost Burnaby South,” The Globe and Mail reported.

JESSICA BARCLAY The two final candidates for the VicePresident (VP) students position at UFV held presentations for faculty, staff, and student as part of their application for the position at the university Wednesday, Feb. 13 and Thursday, Feb. 14. The two candidates, Dr. Alisa Webb and Dr. Chris Rogerson, were invited to presented to present on the opportunities and challenges they saw for the VP students position, and why they should be the person to take them on. The VP students is a senior member of the executive team at UFV, reporting directly to the university’s president. They direct a team of over 60 full time staff, with a total budget of $9 million. Overseeing many student-oriented services falls under the VP students portfolio, including the office of the registrar, athletics and campus recreation, counselling services, financial aid, the centre for accessibility service, and the career centre, to name a few. The job description summarize the position, describing the VP students as the “voice and leadership in fulfilling the university's commitment to student engagement, support, and success both inside and outside of the classroom.” VP students works collaboratively with many areas of the university developing student services, programs, and initiatives to ensure students needs are being met while serving UFV goals and strategic planning.

“We can’t staff and fund our way out of the problem.”

Alisa Webb - The Globe and Mail

challenges in: Indigenous students and the mental health of all students. According to Webb, during her time at UFV the university has seen an increase in demand for counselling, crisis appointments, and need for faculty support. Response from UFV, she said, has up until this point been reactive instead of proactive. “We can’t staff and fund our way out of the problem,” Webb said. Her goal in this area would be to look at providing the support students and faculty need around mental health in a way that would be sustain-

Webb has spent 15 years working at UFV. In 2014, she became the associate dean of students before moving on to interim as VP students last year. She received her PhD in philosophy from SFU where she studied print culture, European gender history, and popular culture. Webb said that her path to the current interim position she holds has been different from the path many other take to administrator roles, and has given her unique insight into the needs of students on this campus. Webb focused her presentation on two major areas in the VP students portfolio she saw opportunities and

able long term for the university, in a way that proactively found solutions instead of reacting to issues as they came up. Webb went on to discuss Indigenous students, and the barriers they are facing at public institutions like UFV. Although UFV has been working on Indigenization, including the creation of the senior advisor for Indigenous affairs position, and Indigenization of curriculum, Webb said there is more the u n iversit y needs to do. In the future, she said the university should look closely at barriers that may prevent Indigenous students from accessing services on campus, such as financial problems, racism, and not having proper documentation of illnesses can prevent proper support options from being available. Inclusive spaces for Indigenous students, on-campus allies, and Indigenous representatives on campus, so students can see themselves reflected in the universities structure, are other things that should be done by the university.

positions at BCIT; first as associate director or student services, then director of student services, for five years. Rogerson received his PhD from SFU in educational field of study post-secondary educational leadership, with research focusing on student violence and behaviour that results in high risk to students at universities. For his presentation, Rogerson chose to discuss three categories relating to the VP students position where he saw areas of opportunities and challenges at UFV: enrollment planning, the financial viability of services and initiatives, and the student experience and demands. For student enrollment, it is forecasted that post secondary institutes throughout B.C. will see a decline in domestic student enrollment in the coming years. Although UFV’s is a lower dip than many, Rogerson emphasized this was an area to look into for VP students, in particular recognizing the opportunities to support the growth of specialized student populations on campus, such as athletes, Indigenous students, international students, and trade students. “For me, it’s about student outcomes,” Rogerson said. “One of the things I operate in my world is a data driven model, developing an understanding of our data, our students, our pathways of our students, and what it shows. ” Rogerson went on to discuss challenges around increasing cost pressures associated with many areas of student services, noting that students services are often a large cost centre for a university while not bringing in a lot of revenue. An opportunity in this area, Rogerson said, is the diversification of income options which can lead to the university reaching out to external partners and bringing in more options for student services. Finally, Roberson spoke on the roll of VP students in creating the experience students want at the university through both formal and informal dialogue with students, faculty, and stakeholders. Data, Robertson said, indicates that students are reaching more and more for experiential learning opportunities and ways to connect their university experience with future jobs.

“For me, it’s about student outcomes.”

Chris Rogerson Rogerson has spent over 20 years working in post secondary institutions in B.C. in areas involved in student services. Most recently, he has held

NEWS

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

UFV //

Building D to undergo multi-year renovation

UFV //

Senate overview: February Orientation day presentation, academic misconduct, and core values update ANDREA SADOWSKI

Building D. (Joel Robertson-Taylor)

JOEL ROBERTSON-TAYLOR Building D on the UFV Abbotsford campus will undergo significant renovations to its exterior as part of a multi-year remediation. Mark Goudsblom, director, campus planning and facilities management, said that a project timeline has not been established, but once a contractor is hired in the spring, the schedule and cost will be determined. Abbotsford campus already suffers from space shortages, operating at 112 per cent capacity, according to the university’s most recent accountability report. Building K, formerly Finnegan’s Pub, which was purchased by UFV last spring for nearly $10 million, will operate as swing space during renovations. “These buildings aren’t too old, they’re not at their end of life,” Goudsblom said.

“You try to maintain a building to its best integrity as long as you can until the point where you have to do some major work, which is repairing a roof, repairing exterior, repairing doors, and hot water systems. It’s part of overall building management.” Designs for the building, made by Chernoff Thompson, the firm that designed the Student Union Building and the Building C expansion, will soon see engineering review, and are expected to be released in the spring. Goudsblom said that the building is safe, and both preventative and repair maintenance are a part of their ongoing work. He added that facilities is working closely with the biology department and their First Nations advisor to identify important plants surrounding the building.

Senate is the academic governing body of UFV, with the university president and vice chancellor Joanne MacLean as the chair. They are responsible for making decisions on everything academic: approving new courses and programs, approving changes to programs, setting entrance requirements, and setting the academic calendar. The Board of Governors, who looks at the business side of the university, is advised by Senate on matters of mutual interest. All at the university are welcome to attend Senate’s public meetings, held once a month at either the Abbotsford or the CEP campus, but most do not. Regardless, Senate makes decisions that impact the daily lives of both students and faculty. Presentation by SUS President Gurvir Gill A two year trial for a full orientation day was approved by senate last year at the request of the Student Union Society (SUS). The idea behind the dedicated orientation day was to provide services to help first-year students transition from high-school to university life. SUS president Gurvir Gill presented to senate a summary of what SUS had done with the days and general attendance. The fall orientation focused on building friendships through games and competitions, and orienting students through workshops about SUS services, money management, and classroom reality, a workshop where upper year students engage with firstyears on what they can expect in a university classroom environment. Over the course of the day Gill reported there were 400500 students in attendance. There was also a consent

workshop for females and a healthier masculinity workshop for males, that looked to address the “Red Zone,” which refers to the first five weeks of the semester in which new students are most vulnerable to sexual assault. These workshops helped to introduce the concepts of active bystander and sexual violence training. There was a comment by senate about the sex segregation of the workshops, in that it could be problematic to have a consent workshop for women only. Gill responded that the healthier masculinity workshop was to de-stigmatize the macho-jock-reality and the barriers young men faced in high school years. These workshops were meant to emphasize to first years that university is a safe space in which all can express themselves as who they want to be instead of who society wants them to be. The second orientation was held on Monday, Jan. 7, the first official day of classes for the winter semester, instead of on the Friday that had been set aside for a dedicated orientation day. Gill said the reason for this was SUS felt the turnout may not be as high, due to the day being right before the weekend and the possibility of international students still arriving. There were similar events to the fall orientation that were geared specifically for first year students, such as a carnival, indian food buffet, and ice cream social. Gill said there was no official count of first-year attendance for the events, but that 1,100 students did get their Upass that day. Academic Misconduct, Addition of FD Grade A motion was approved to revise Policy 70, the student academic misconduct

policy, and to approve the addition of a failure due to academic discipline (FD) grade to Policy 101, the Grading System Policies. The new grade is effective September 1. FD grades are common across Canada as a way to acknowledge on student’s transcripts when failure was due academic misconduct. Sessional Dates, Remembrance Day There was some discussion on whether the school should be closed for Remembrance Day on the Monday or the Friday of this upcoming Fall semester. A concern among some members of the senate was that if our day off was held on the Friday it would wreak havoc amongst the students whose children have the day off on the Monday. As of right now, the holiday is still scheduled to be observed on Friday, November 10. President Report In the president’s report, UFV’s president Joanne MacLean discussed the progress of the new visioning process for the university and summarized the four statements of core values that have been made thus far: integrity, inclusivity, excellence, and community. The mission statement has been crafted as: engaging learners, transforming lives, building community. Some more thoughts that have come from the visioning process include internationalization and Indigenization in terms of hiring and course development, health and wellness of staff and students, space on campus, free speech and inclusivity, and diversity of thought.

OPINION

opinion@ufvcascade.ca Carissa Wiens — Opinion Editor

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

UFV //

Life //

Snow day, or go day? Advice on saving students’ hardearned cash Under what conditions should campus close? ALEISTER GWYNNE

We have been having some remarkable weather lately. Until this month, we have had a rather mild winter. Yet what perplexes me is UFV’s seemingly arbitrary decisions on when campus should close, and when it should remain open, apparently with no regard to conditions outside. On Monday, Feb. 4, there was a light dusting of snow on the ground. Going by snowfall alone, it made sense to keep campus open, but the wind was absolutely hellish. Imagine being blasted in the face with a power washer filled with liquid nitrogen. Walking to the bus stop was so painful I almost had to turn back and stay home. Luckily, the stop I went to had a shelter that blocked the wind (many Chilliwack bus stops do not). In addition, I discovered just as the bus arrived that I had forgotten my notebook and textbook. On any other day I could and would have gone back for them and caught the next bus, but walking back home and then back to the bus stop in that awful wind would have been unbearable, so I did without. The temperature was well below freezing with a frostbite warning (something we in the Lower Mainland rarely have to worry about), and with worse predicted for later on. Campus should not have remained open under those conditions, but they did anyway. The Friday, Feb. 7, campus was open but a bad storm was predicted for that evening. I was seriously worried that day about whether I would be able to get home from class, and what I would do if I were stranded in Abbotsford. I made it home, but the storm rolled in soon after. It was so bad it resulted in power outages and stripped the shingles from some of my neighbours’ roofs. I was glad I didn’t have to be outdoors in that. The next Monday it was snowing, and the wind, while harsh, was not as bad as last week’s. It was only when I was confronted by a locked and empty campus that I found out that

classes had been cancelled. Since I had to get up early, I didn’t have time to check the UFV website, but even so, I didn’t suspect that campus would close. Apparently it was worse in Abbotsford, but I only got as far as Chilliwack campus, so at the time, the closure seemed like an overreaction. Which is not to say I wasn’t grateful for a snow day, and in fairness, worse weather was expected later, but still. I understand that making judgement calls like this is difficult. One has to extrapolate based on current conditions, and there is no certainty that they will get worse, get better, or stay the same as the day goes on. The university also has to make judgements about how much people can handle when commuting. If every day with snow was a snow day, education, business, errands, and chores would fall too far behind during winter in places where it snows. There is a certain point where you just have to suck it up and soldier through. Yet I am baffled and concerned as to why heavy snowfall is worthy of shutting down for the day, but freezing gale-force winds are not. Those winds were cold enough to carry a risk of frostbite, and caused severe physical pain to those exposed to it. And before you say that I’m simply unaccustomed to extremely cold weather, keep in mind that the polar vortex that swept across North America was devastating even to regions where cold, snowy winters are the norm. I think the very concept of snow days is the problem here. It elevates one kind of bad weather as an acceptable excuse for closing schools and businesses while ignoring others. Perhaps in places like B.C. and California we should start having smoke days, although I would hope that region-encompassing wildfires do not become so frequent and regular that we need those. Air filled with smoke and ash can be a serious health hazard. I hope that in future, UFV’s administration will take more than snow into consideration when deciding whether to cancel classes or not.

An insight on methodology, tactics, and practices that will help students save on cash CALEB SILVEIRA It’s no secret that students are strapped for cash, and it’s not rare to hear of students working one or two part-time jobs to subsidize their education — I happen to sport two jobs myself. It is in this ever-pressing state that students should employ little habits to save on cash wherever they can. Public transit is a great means for saving gas money, or can serve as an alternative to owning a car and, since B.C. transit works with university

prising way. Prepacking some snacks or a lunch to get you through the day can end up saving you loads. For instance, sandwiches, granola bars, crackers, or cheese sticks can be helpful for saving coins and getting you through your day. Other ways I’ve heard of students saving money is through limited deposits into a chequing account while putting the rest of their paycheck into savings. This means it becomes very evident when you run out of spending money for the month. This can be an excellent way to micromanage your spending without actually

Illustration by Cory Jensen

institutions, local public transit is included in our U-Pass fees. However, for varying reasons such as preference or having a job that requires transit beyond bus routes, many students find this option is not always reasonable or practical, especially if the student lives outside the local area and has to commute to attend UFV. Plus, UFV shuttle buses may not always be time manageable for some students as travel times often conflict with out-of-school activities and personal life responsibilities. Another more reasonable way of saving your hard-earned cash is to avoid on campus purchases. Finding a way to avoid buying food, especially on campus, is essential for saving money. The meals on campus can vary: for instance, two slices of pizza from the cafe is over $5, and a medium double-double from Tim’s is $1.90, and while this does not sound like a lot of cash, over time the expenses do build up in a rather sur-

having to consistently pre-plan or outline a month’s spending. When you run out, well, that’s it. I think this approach to be situational at best and really depends on individual students and their lifestyle, but that does not necessarily mean it’s not worth an attempt. Additional less appreciable means of saving money are to stop eating out or limiting high cost social outings. However, that does not mean a person’s social life has to end, but rather outings should be cheaper and more manageable. Instead of expensive dinners out or movie outings, why not choose a cheap pub night or a group outing to the skating rink, or even watching a hockey game at home with friends. Saving money does not have to be an overwhelming challenge, but rather a series of minor lifestyle changes that can, in the end, be beneficial for the cash-strapped student.

OPINION

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

Editorial //

SUS //

What does Student union to end awareness racism on campus do beyond, well, raise awareness? JOEL ROBERTSON-TAYLOR

CAT FRIESEN On Wednesday, Feb. 27, UFV will be participating in their own version of Pink Shirt Day by selling pink shirts with the logo #RiseUpUFV throughout campus. Though they say the sale of the shirts is in order to support Pink Shirt Day, it’s unclear as to what percentage of the funds will be donated back to the Pink Shirt Day initiative. A brief overview: Pink Shirt Day began in Nova Scotia in 2007 through a partnership between CKNW Kids’ Fund, Boys & Girls Club, and CKNW 980 in response to bullying. The initiative began with these groups collecting funds for donation for anti-bullying programs, and staff members sporting pink shirts to show their support. As of 2018, over $1.8 million has been collected and allocated to anti-bullying groups, and more than 59,000 youth have been impacted by these donations. Pink Shirt Day’s website is a wealth of information. There are resources to help understand what constitutes bullying, support for those who have been bullied, and support for teachers and parents to create healthy environments and tips to prevent bullying. There are also links leading to fundraising, donation, and volunteer options, and, of course, a link to contact the admins if you have any questions or concerns. As far as awareness initiatives go, Pink Shirt Day is doing a fine job. The problem is that “awareness” days — days centreing on drawing attention to a specific problem — often don’t have much impact beyond making people aware that this problem is happening. And sure, you can argue that that’s something, but what’s actually being done by the average person? Out of the thousands of

people who witness some sort of awareness event happening, how many people then go do research on the problem, or analyze their own behaviour, or donate to the cause? As humans, we have a desire to fit in. We’re hardwired to do so, thanks to our prehistoric ancestors — if you didn’t fit in with the group and were out alone, you were more likely to be eaten by some terrifying, oversized beast. And our reptile brains haven’t changed much. We still want to fit in with the crowd, and according to The Atlantic, awareness days give us that opportunity by allowing us to tweet or comment our thoughts on a specific topic that everyone else is weighing in on. We’re part of the group, and we feel like we’ve done something. As I said, it does get people talking, and with topics like mental health and bullying where there’s often a stigma surrounding people who deal with these issues, this is a big step forward. There are conversations being had, and yes, it’s great that they’re happening. But all talk and no action never got anything done, and neither will posting a photo of you wearing a pink shirt on Instagram (as cool as it would be if it did). Support things, but support them fully. If you believe in a cause — in this case, Pink Shirt Day — wear the pink shirt and post a photo if you like, but also analyze your own behaviour and see how you can improve, donate your time or money to the cause, or even just talk with your friends about how you can do better when it comes to bullying. When all you do is talk about a problem it leads to a dead end. There has to be action along with the conversation for a difference to be made.

In a bold attempt to end racism on campus the Student Union Society (SUS) launched a campaign entitled “Racism On Campus” this week. Racism is now just another topic suffering harm at the behest of the SUS dungeon beast of bad ideas. Rather than a substantial attempt at activism, the program’s designed outcome looks to be nothing more than selfpromotion and brand-building for SUS. An email sent to all students announcing the initiative states that the student union will collect stories from students about experiences with racism, then compile them into a report and do something about it to “eliminate” racism. The accompanying website appears to serve three functions: raising awareness, provide definitions of racism, and explain how students can tell their stories to the student union, who will then end racism on campus. The website does not, however, state how sharing stories will end racism. It does explain that American standards for art and beauty were created by straight, white, Christian men, which is a form of racism, and that racism is a preference for “whiteness.” The Cascade has noted several issues with the website, including but not limited to historical ambiguities and plagiarism — much of the website is taken from an uncredited blogger, among other sites. Fortunately, for credibility, Buzzfeed is referenced, albeit as the only stated source. Perhaps I’m reading the website wrong. Perhaps, unlike last summer’s “Straight Outta SUS” cam-

paign, which parodied the namesake NWA album by using it to (unironically) promote their student orientation and sexualized violence prevention programs, this initiative is a self-aware critique against the hegemonic conventions of copyright laws, research ethics, and syntax. Consider their definition of white privilege: “White privilege, or ‘historically accumulated white privilege,’ which refers to whites’ historical and contemporary advantages in [missing text here] [sic].” A cursory reading reveals little but a note to self. A more critical eye will see that the “[missing text here]” is a refusal to reinforce the illegitimate hierarchy. Joking aside, here’s the thing: students deserve better. This is a poorly executed initiative. Combatting racism sounds good, but it’s like building a wall. Ending racism on campus is like building a really big, country sized, wall. Like the Straight Outta SUS new student orientation, this program provides no measurables. At least you can see when a wall is complete. The problem here is not that the student union fails to notice a problem, but that it mistakes it for a cause of itself. It presents a grand gesture without mention of how it will do what it states — not that it could. The initiative looks like it was cobbled together without evaluating its premise. It’s insulting to the issue. It’s a response to itself. And once again, I must remind the student union that UFV students don’t pay over $4 million a year to be pandered to.

OPINION

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Advice //

SUS //

Time for students to step up

Dear Robin

SUS election nomination taking place facing low participation from students

ROBIN HALPER

Illustration by Cory Jensen

CARISSA WIENS The Student Union Society (SUS) General Election is set to take place this April 1–4. That may seem like a long ways away but the nomination period has been open since Feb. 9, and will remain open until March 2. The election is to determine who will fill SUS’s executive positions and student board representatives for the coming school year. There are four executive positions up for grabs: president, vice president internal (VPI), vice president external (VPE), and vice president students (VPS). Last year the positions of president and VPI ran uncontested. Two students ran for VPS and two for VPE. UFV students are able to nominate themselves or a fellow student to be considered to run for the election. SUS looks after various services on campus such as the campus connector bus, Fair Grounds cafe, health and dental coverage, and the U-Pass program. As students we pay a small fee ($351.66 a year for full time students) for these services that SUS has control over. Even with plenty of opportunities to enhance one’s resume

and make change in the student body by working for SUS, UFV continues to see low turnout for both executive position and student board representative positions. “[It] was a choice of our students. I think it’s a challenge everywhere to have more candidates!” Gurvir Gill, the current SUS president who ran uncontested in last year’s election, said over email. “There are three societies (CJS and CIVL) on campus and I’m sure SUS is not the only one facing a low number of nominees. Also being a SUS executive does have some demanding components that may not be the right fit for a student.” I wonder if larger universities experience these same issues regarding low turnout, or even universities with a larger population living on campus. Maybe it’s an issue unique to UFV. Now that the nomination period is upon us, Gill states: “We can do all the marketing, the explanations on the roles, provide as much details as we need to. But that’s half the piece of the puzzle; we cannot force students into student governance, or take time from their personal interests. The best we can do is

provide the opportunity, but the final decision for students to run in these roles are up to them.” This is true. I’m sure it goes along with other clubs and associations at the university that are facing low participation; we simply can’t force our peers to participate. Since the majority of students don’t live on campus, many of us have a commute to account for, plus a job to support our studies, then the classes with endless papers to top it all off. Often there isn’t time for extracurriculars regardless of the resume boosting possibilities or potential pay. Often a big motivator for students is money. Maybe if SUS provided their executives with a competitive pay we might see more students apply; it would be a job that provides students with good life experience plus good pay, as opposed to a job stocking shelves at Walmart. If you’re interested in nominating yourself or someone you know for a position at SUS, you can head over to ufvsus.ca/elections for nominations packages, which can be submitted online or in person at the SUS office.

Life is tough and confusing and weird. We all need help sometimes, and when you need an expert opinion, you turn to an expert opiniongiver like Robin Halper. Whatever problem you’re facing in life, Robin will have a solution. The Cascade cannot guarantee the effectiveness of Robin’s unique approach to life, but if you’re in a jam, get some advice by writing to halp@ufvcascade.ca

as pigeons), I suggest pressing nude-coloured ear plugs deep in your ears. Of course, this will block out whatever your prof is saying, which is good and bad. It’s good because you won’t have to hear your prof make cringe-worthy jokes but bad because you’ll be missing a bit of the lecture. On the bright side, missing only 10 minutes of a prof’s blabbering won’t cause you to fail the midterm. Robin

Morning delight

Involvement notice

Dear Robin,

I’ve got a stats course at 8:30 in the morning — I know, awful right? Well it gets worse! The classroom is right beside the bathrooms and as soon as that first break time hits, it’s non-stop flushing noises. We are to the point where I can distinguish a flush from a running sink. (People don’t wash their hands NEARLY enough.) My prof tries to make it less awkward with jokes but it just draws everyone’s attention to the situation. It’s the last course for my degree, otherwise I would drop out... What should I do?

This is my first semester at UFV — my first semester at any post secondary institution, really. I want to get involved with a club or something and meet new people. Where do I begin?

Sincerely, Stressed in Statistics Nice to meet you, Early mornings are tough, and tougher when people are constantly flushing right beside the classroom. To avoid further annoyance towards the population of non-hand washers (who are just as bad for society

Thanks in advance, Fervent in February Hey hey, You definitely screwed the pooch on this because just a few weeks ago was the U-Join event where all of the university’s clubs and associations and other organizations gathered to bribe students with cupcakes to join their groups. I assume you didn’t go to that because of the timing of your question. On the SUS website is a list of all of the clubs and groups on campus with a little bit of info about them. But it’s pretty out of date so it’s not much help. Good luck. Robin

BRIEF BITS OF BITE-SIZED BREVITY

SN S AP HO TS

CURTAILED COMMENTARY ON CURRENT CONDITIONS

Illustrations by Simer Haer

Writing by the water I write this as I watch the gentle waves fade into the shore. It’s almost 4 p.m. so the sun is easier on my skin. My sun hat is classier than ever accompanied by my big, dark shades making me look like a bitch on the beach. I love it. Pedro just brought me my third muy fuerte mango margarita of the day. As I take my first sip from the glass I conclude that this won’t be my last of the day. The tequila warms my pink cheeks as it flushes through my body.

To my right is my partner lounging in the sun, still obsessed with Candy Crush. To my left is a copy of A.J. Finn’s Woman in the Window. It was slow to begin with but the intensity is picking up. I packed four novels for this trip and I intend to finish them all. That’s right, reading for pleasure is present in my life. Reading break can continue for the rest of the semester for all I care. I’ll rebook my return flight.

Carissa Wiens

How to be a decent human being Does retail shopping make you irritable? I am here to offer advice in order to make your life, and the lives of the people serving you, more enjoyable. If you decide the coffee you’re drinking isn’t to your liking, simply dispose of it in your nearest garbage receptacle. Stores have placed these lovely, big black bins conveniently around the building for you. Are there long lines at the checkouts? Don’t panic. Please refrain from shouting obscenities as this creates an unpleasant environment for the rest of us. Don’t be embarrassed if you change your mind about a product. Simply give these items to an em-

ployee, instead of hiding them behind other items on the shelf. There is a misconception that we secretly brainstorm ways to increase prices. Let me assure you this does not happen. I am not nearly important enough to provide any influence in this area. You may, from time to time, see signs that say “use next checkout” or “leave heavy items in buggy.” If you are confused as to what these instructions mean, we will gladly explain them to you. We hope that these tips will provide you with a pleasant, rage-free shopping experience.

Jenny Postma

Dear Joe Rogan Experience Podcast Subscriber Thank you for once again explaining to me what the keto diet is and the benefits of a high fat diet. Hearing about it for eighth time this week from another bro-science subscriber has really helped convince me about its benefits. My favourite part was that one time last week when you described in brutal detail the disastrous pitfalls of carbs just as I was diving into a delicious bowl of fettuccine alfredo. For the most part I agree with you about most of these things. No I’m not giving up the fettuc-

cine but the benefits of ketosis aren’t necessarily lost on me. The problem is the continuous droning on about the same things that you’ve heard on that damn podcast you all listen to. I mean, there is probably a reason Joe Rogan has his own podcast about this stuff; his family and friends were probably just as frustrated as I am at a person’s inability to allow for a single silent second without some obtuse dietary science.

Christopher Smith

Hot chocolate There is nothing better than a steaming mug of hot chocolate on a snowy day. When you’re a kid, it’s often the first thing to greet you after an exhausting afternoon playing in the snow. You peel off your gloves, stomp the snow off your boots, and settle on the couch with the swirling, sweet treat. I hope you continue to appreciate snow days as you grow older. During our string of snow days, I walked on a frozen pond with my mom, sliding around and throwing snowballs. I made sure to boil some hot chocolate when

we came back inside. And why is that? I think it’s because hot chocolate is more than a simple drink to me. Far more than the function of heating up my chilled insides or the enjoyment of sipping liquid chocolate, I find that hot chocolate brings me back to every adventurous snow day, every frozen-fingers-and-toes snowball fight, every fireplace feeling of becoming warm again. Hot chocolate connects my kid self to who I am today, reminding me of what it feels and tastes like to be home.

Danaye Reinhardt

Legend:

Community Events are in UFV Events are in Music Events are in Art Events are in Cultural Events are in

Blue Green Red Purple Yellow

Feb 27

Note:

Some of these events require tickets, most are on Facebook. If something catches your eye, take to the internet for more details.

Trades Open House @ Trades and Technology Centre (Chilliwack Campus), 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Pink Shirt Day @ Everywhere, All Day (Belated) Valentine’s Day Print Sale @ Library Rotunda (Abbotsford Campus), 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Long Night Against Procrastination (LNAP) @ Building G (Abbotsford Campus), 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Talk

Life Drawing Studio Session 2 w/ instructor Jesse Klassen @ House of Fine Art (Abbotsford), 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Ashland Endowment: Marcus Youssef Student Workshop @ Room D105 (Abbotsford Campus), 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Sumas Mountain Film Festival @ Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (Abbotsford), 7:00 p.m. Mar 7 UFV Career Fair @ Envision Athletic Centre (Abbotsford Campus), 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Ashland Endowment: Marcus Youssef Guest @ Room D105 (Abbotsford Campus), 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

President’s Leadership Lecture Series: Dr. Peter Looker @ Room B101 (Abbotsford Campus), 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Feb 28 Gallery Night @ Ravens Brewing Company (Abbotsford), 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Viper Central @ Tractorgrease Cafe (Chilliwack), 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Mar 1 ENGL 271 Stand-Up Comedy Show @ Room B121 (Abbotsford Campus), 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Mar 2 Brian O’Brien @ Tractorgrease Cafe (Chilliwack), 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Devours, Western Jaguar, Future Star, David Ivan Neil @ Carport Manor (Abbotsford), 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Mar 8 West My Friend @ Acoustic Emporium (Chilliwack), 11:00 a.m. President’s Leadership Lecture Series: International Women’s Day Panel @ Room B101 (Abbotsford Campus), 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Buffalo Jones, Silent Transition Band, Hollow Groves & FFC @ Captain’s Cabin Pub (Mission), 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Harpdog Brown & The Uptown Blues Band @ Tractorgrease Cafe (Chilliwack), 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Mar 9 Seminar: Success with Seeds @ Devan Greenhouses (Abbotsford), 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Mar 3

The Health and Wellness Show @ Tradex (Abbotsford), 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

2019 FV Biennale @ Kent Harrison Arts Council (Harrison Hot Springs), 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Goat Yoga @ Maan Farms (Abbotsford), 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Antonio Larosa 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Tractorgrease

Cafe

(Chilliwack),

Mar 4 Sexualized Violence Lunch and Learn: Intimacy Direction for Stage and Screen @ Room B101 (Abbotsford Campus), 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Life Writing Workshops @ The Reach Gallery Museum (Abbotsford), 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Hoedown For Hospice @ Evergreen Hall (Chilliwack), 6:00 p.m. Farmteam @ Tractorgrease Cafe (Chilliwack), 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Roadside Attraction: Tragically Hip Tribute @ The Well (Chilliwack), 9:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.

Mar 5

Mar 10

Mac’s Retirement and Birthday Party @ Envision Athletic Centre Lobby (Abbotsford Campus), 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

The Health and Wellness Show @ Tradex (Abbotsford), 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Drawing Feature “The Nose” w/ instructor Glenn Tait @ House of Fine Art (Abbotsford), 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Listen Write Now Brunch @ Tractorgrease Cafe (Chilliwack), 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Public Rally to Stop the Sexual Exploitation of Children & Youth @ Abbotsford Community Services, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Luck O’ The Irish: Hosted by Cascadia Wind Ensemble @ Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (Abbotsford), 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Mar 6 Graphic Design Dept. Doughnut Sale: NYC Study Tour Fundraiser @ Breezeway (Outside, between buildings A and B) (Abbotsford Campus), 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mar 11 Yoga + Music + Beer @ Old Yale Brewing (Chilliwack), 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

CULTURE CULTURE

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

culture@ufvcascade.ca Cassie de Jong — Culture Editor

Preview //

Preview: Long Night Against Procrastination CASSIE DE JONG As we re-enter this winter semester, having restlessly battled the tepid B.C. winter, the reality of remaining projects and looming deadlines can become overwhelming, and it may be difficult to settle back into a study-centred routine after a break. Luckily, the UFV Academic Success Centre (ASC) in conjunction with a myriad of other UFV resources such as IT Services, Counselling, and Student Life, are bringing back a popular UFV event to help students get back on track. The Long Night Against Procrastination (LNAP) is an event held at many universities and other post-secondary institutions internationally, to help students who may be struggling to get back on their feet after the break, and to showcase the resources and outlets that students have available to them on campus. The UFV LNAP will keep select spaces on both campuses open until midnight. This includes locations such as the Abbotsford campus library and the MathStats Centre. The library staff will be running workshops, makerspace activities, research support, and more. The ASC will also have tutors available for drop-in appointments all night at both CEP and Abbotsford locations, as well as a “Citations First Aid Tent,” inside which students can seek help regarding APA, MLA, or Chicago citation styles. In addition to the innumerable academic resources, LNAP strives to provide multiple outlets for students to de-stress. To help achieve this goal, UFV International

LNAP. (UFV Academic Success Centre)

of Success invites participants to play an instrument, sing, dance, or provide some other form of entertainment. The newest addition to LNAP is a virtual reality room presented by Educational Technology Services. The room will be open at the Abbotsford campus from 6 to 10 p.m. St. John Ambulance will also be once again bringing therapy dogs to both campuses. According to Sandra J. Smith, coordinator of the ASC, “This has always been a highlight of the night for everyone, and the puppies get wellpatted.” Free food and drink all night, which is provided by the Teaching and Learning Centre. The Abbotsford campus event will also be provided with popcorn by Residence Services. When the Abbotsford

“I would like students at LNAP to see that the ASC and other support areas collaborate extensively with each other, and that we are all able to direct students’ to the resources they need.” Education will be co-sponsoring the “DeStress Room,” which will feature various puzzles, materials for drawing and colouring, quiet music, herbal tea fixings, and more. Students can also debut their talents at the “Stage of Success,” which premiered at the Winter 2018 LNAP event. The Stage

campus event concludes at midnight, there will be pizza provided by the VP students division. The Chilliwack campus event will conclude with pizza at 9:30 p.m. The most popular attractions in previous years have included the free pizza and drinks provided, the chance to interact with therapy dogs, and the free printing sponsored by ITS. While attractions like the De-Stress Room, Citation First Aid Tent, and peer tutoring support have proved consistently popular, Smith is hopeful that some of the newer activities, such as the virtual reality, will draw just as much attention. “I would like students at LNAP to see that the ASC and other support areas collaborate extensively with each other, and that we are all able to direct students’ to the resources they need,” Smith said. Students can register in advance for LNAP via MyCampusLife. While registration is not required in order to participate in LNAP, a few secret attractions lie in wait for the students who have pre-registered, in addition to the plethora of resources and

services that are available to all UFV students who attend. Over the course of the evening, students who have registered will be able to complete a “report card” proving participation in the number of activities available. These cards will then be entered into a draw for a grand prize; free tuition for one threecredit course. This prize is sponsored by the Office of the Provost and VP Academic. If any clubs or associations who are not already involved wish to share their resources at the event by hosting an info table or sponsoring an activity, they can get in touch with the Academic Success Centre. LNAP will take place on Wednesday, March 6 from 5 p.m. to midnight in G building on the Abbotsford campus, and from 3 to 10 p.m. in A building on the Chilliwack campus. To find out more, and to keep tabs on a few remaining activities that have yet to be announced, students can follow the Academic Success Centre on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @ufvASC.

MARCH 1, 7:30 PM

MATSQUI CENTENNIAL AUDITORIUM 32315 SOUTH FRASER WAY, ABBOTSFORD

SUPER-CLEAN, SUPER-FUNNY COMEDY IMPROV FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

For Tickets & Info

WWW.GALLERY7THEATRE.COM

CULTURE

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

UFV Speaks //

Second winter Back and with a vengeance ALEXANDRA JOHNSON Fraser Valley residents have had a wonderful winter surprise these past couple of weeks, and some are not happy about it. We live in an area that’s known for its mild winters and beautiful spring, but what can we do when Mother Nature plays tricks on us? Temperatures seemed to be rising, and the beginning of spring must have been just around the corner — only it was not. Abbotsford and Chilliwack have a history of unexpected heavy snowfall, yet our cities still seem to descend into chaos when winter decides to grace us with its presence for a second time.The Cascade spoke with various students about their experience with snowfall and school closures in the Fraser Valley. Some expressed excitement about the snow, while others saw it as a nuisance.

plan at least for the people who do get stuck like me. Snow tires, chains, I don’t know what kind of provisions are required to keep the buses running, but they do it in Winnipeg where they have crazy snow all the time. It’s not impossible, it’s just a matter of figuring out how to do it. It kind of annoys me that they don’t put the effort in.”

Column //

Cascade Kitchen: Following the Italians

Varessen Mudymootoo – BA French Student

Chantelle Trainor-Matties – BFA Visual Arts Student

“The snow becomes a nuisance when the city doesn’t manage it promptly. School shuts down which affects classes, and sometimes the school doesn’t shut down promptly enough either because they’re hoping the snow can be managed. Today a student [Isaiah Scott] got stuck at a bus stop; the buses shut down because our city just isn’t prepared for the small amount of snow we get.”

“Seeing the snow after almost one year, it’s always fascinating. Walking, playing, or running in the snow is even more amazing, but in Abbotsford, it quickly becomes repulsive. A few inches of snow, and the city goes bananas! Schools and universities are closed for a few days, the streets and roads are all covered, and [car] accidents follow one another. It’s a real mess! The impact of the snow here is very negative: the shopping centres are almost empty, people prefer to stay inside — it is a great upheaval! It [turns into] a real ghost town.” Erin Caskey – BFA Visual Arts Student

Isaiah Scott - General Studies Student

“As a student that commutes from Langley, it normally takes me at least 25 minutes to get to UFV — on a good day! When it snows, I am especially nervous driving in winter conditions over long distances. Even if the campus remains open, I would most likely stay home.” “I was coming from Mission, and I had one transfer. I got off one bus and had to wait to catch my next one to UFV. I got off the 31, and it had started snowing on the bus ride over from Mission to Abbotsford. I waited for a bit and my [next] bus hadn’t showed up at the time it was supposed to, so I called B.C. transit, and they had shut down the bus systems completely. I couldn’t get to UFV and I couldn’t get back home. I was stuck there. I walked to Subway and grabbed a sandwich until my mom could pick me up on her way home from work a couple of hours later. There are so many people relying on the bus systems, they need to have a

After speaking with students, one thing is clear: the fun of a snow day can be lost with the pressure of university requirements. Having almost a week of missed classes, right before midterms and reading break, is a nightmare for many. The ability to visit your professor’s office hours, or meet a study group for exams, become extremely unlikely. Many will choose to prioritize their own personal safety, as they should. Perhaps the city should have a better plan to keep the roads safer for students, but it seems the Fraser Valley’s unpredictable weather will continue as usual. Winter has come again, and this time with a vengeance.

Pasta. (Carissa Wiens)

CARISSA WIENS It can get quite exhausting trying to squeeze enough vegetables into each day to keep your cholesterol low and energy high. I’m here to offer you a break from the crunchy greens and raw cashews: pasta. Pasta is a classic Italian cuisine people have been eating for centuries. Marco Polo is believed to be the one to have introduced pasta to Italy in the 12th century, but apparently he discovered it in China. There are over 600 shapes of pasta in this grand world. It can be prepared fresh, from scratch, or be purchased literally anywhere to make at home. Unfortunately, the keto diet has caused well-educated people like ourselves to fear this delectable food. Regular pasta has oodles of iron, fibre, and protein. Many studies tell us that the Mediterranean diet (a diet of foods consumed around the Mediterranean region), which pasta is a big player in, is linked to a lower chance of heart disease and lower obesity rates. Therefore, everyone needs to calm down about pasta and embrace this Italian masterpiece. This recipe still has veggies to give you extra nutrition. It can also be customized to your pleasing. You can even add olives or grill up some chicken to go alongside. The recipe I have is a reflection of the way I prepare the dish. It’s an easy-to-clean-up, one-pot meal and can be taken to class in a snap. Ingredients: 60 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed Half a red onion 551 ml (1 pt.) cherry tomatoes 500-750 ml (2-3 cups) small dry pasta (like fusilli or rigatoni) One handful fresh spinach 8 oz. tub of bocconcini 30-45 ml (2-3 tbsp) balsamic vinegar Several basil leaves Instructions: 1. Heat skillet to medium heat. Add olive oil, garlic, and red onion. After a few minutes add cherry tomatoes and cook until tomato skins crack open. 2. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain pasta once cooked. 3. Place pasta and cooked ingredients into a fresh bowl. Add spinach, bocconcini, and balsamic vinegar. Combine well. 4. Garnish with torn basil leaves. Enjoy!

CULTURE

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

Community Event //

The Gender Revolution will be televised Documentary explains the changing world of gender ALEISTER GWYNNE The world used to be so simple. There were two genders, male and female, and everyone belonged to one or the other. Only, it never was that simple, and at this moment in history, we are becoming conscious of and (to some extent) accepting of this fact. However, there are still many misconceptions about transgenderism and intersexuality. That’s where Gender Revolution comes in. Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric is a National Geographic documentary directed and hosted by American journalist and author Katie Couric. A free public screening of the film was held at Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Tuesday, Feb. 19, hosted by the Chilliwack Gender Support Network (CGSN). Couric was motivated to make the film after she asked an inappropriate question of a transgender person, according to the event hosts. Seeing the need to gain better understanding of the matter, she created Gender Revolution to help educate others, according to one of the CGSN hosts at the screening. This is a goal shared by the CGSN, which aims to create “a safe and welcoming place for gen-

one in 1,500 to one in 2,000 births are intersex to some degree, which is to say that the childs reproductive organs are somewhere between male and female. Throughout the latter half of the 20th century, it was standard procedure to give intersex babies gender reassignment surgery. The litmus test for whether the child would be assigned as male or female was the relative size of the penis/clitoris. Unfortunately, not all of these children were able to accept their assigned gender, and some, like David Reimer who was featured in the film, were so distressed by what had been done to them that they committed suicide. Nowadays, families like the Lohmanns, who were also featured in the film, who have an intersex child are more inclined to wait until the child can choose for themselves. The most prevalent theory about what causes intersexuality is hormone exposure in the womb. A developing female fetus, if it is exposed to too much testosterone, may develop male characteristics, and vice-versa. Hormone exposure could also affect brain chemistry. An otherwise male child exposed to insufficient testosterone in utero may become hardwired to think of themselves as female, and vice-versa. Regardless of the cause, life is not easy for those who are transgender. They can be the victim of hate crimes, and are

“We just now have the voice and the guts to speak out.” der questioning, transgender, non-binary, and two-spirit community members,” according to their flyer. Gender Revolution unpacks the differences between sex, gender, sexuality, intersexuality, and transgenderism. Many of us are aware of the distinction between sex and gender. Sex is biological, as in what reproductive organs one has, while gender is a psychological and social construct that codifies what is normal and accepted behaviour for each sex. Sex and gender do not always match, which is the crux of the issue. Intersex and transgender represent a similar dichotomy. An intersex person has both male and female physical characteristics, while a transgender person’s conception of their own gender differs from their biological sex. According to the film, it is estimated that

Correction: In Volume 27, Issue 06, the Feb. 13, 2019 issue of The Cascade, a quote in the article “IQ is just a number” was erroneously attributed to Alyson Seale, associate professor and TASK program instructor at UFV. The quote read, “Employers are unwilling to come out of their comfort zone” and was not said by Seale.

transition have various options in the form of puberty blockers (which buy youth time to make a decision), hormone treatments, and surgery. It may seem like there has been a sudden surge of gender atypical individuals, but this is mostly due to transgender and intersex people being able and willing to be open about the subject. “We just now have the voice and the guts to speak out,” said Christina, a transgender youth. This is of course simplifying, and still rather dualistic. There is more to be said about those who feel themselves to be both genders, or neither, or something else entirely. Also, not all cultures at all times in history have subscribed to the strict binary concept of gender that we are familGender Revolution screening (Aleister Gwynne) iar with. Even among transgendered people, there are differences between more likely to be unemployed or commit suicide, according statistics cited in the people of different generations in how tied film. Fortunately, society is becoming more they are to traditional gender norms. Suftolerant, especially among younger gener- fice to say, sex and gender are complicated, ations. Those wishing to make a physical and our ideas about them will likely be different in the future.

ﬁll a gap in your program

Athabasca University has over 850 courses to choose from to meet your needs and courses start every month. AU has over 6,600 transfer agreements around the world (including with this institution).

STUDY BREAK

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Crossword //

Horoscopes //

Made by Cassie de Jong

ACROSS

DOWN

1: The national animal of Canada. 3: The first piece to move in a game of chess. 4: A branch of science concerned with the fossils of animals and plants. 6: Capital city of Denmark. 7: An imitation diamond used to decorate accessories, clothes, and jewelry. 8: Thin plastic objects placed directly on the surface of the eye to correct visual defects. 10: A person legally entitled to the property or wealth of another upon that person’s death. 11: Westernmost scandinavian country.

1: An unfinished version of a video game or program, released to a group for testing. 2: The rebirth of a soul in a new body. 3: A tower-like structure used to suspend electricity cables high above the ground. 4: The ocean that borders Chile. 5: An American professional baseball team based in the New York City borough of the Bronx. 7: The rotating component of a machine or device

Astrological mysteries interpreted weekly by Morgana the Mystic

LAST ISSUE’S

ANSWERS: Across: 1: Crosshatching 5: Adrenaline 6: Antithesis 7: English Muffin 10: Art Nouveau 11: Barbershop 12: Roller Coaster

Down: 2: Regimen 3: Seawall 4: Guess 8: Faux Pas 9: Invoice 10: Amber

Illustration by Elyssa English

Aries — Mar 21 to Apr 19 Of all the fire signs, you value your privacy the most. Don’t fight against a desire for introversion; your friends and family will understand your need for a bit of solitude. Use this time as you please — not all projects need to be conquered in as little time as possible.

Leo — Jul 23 to Aug 22 Not all your plans are good ones, Leo, but they sure bring a bit of excitement to your life. Allow for a compromise between your natural spontaneity and common sense to take place when deciding on any trips or events. Your future self will appreciate it.

Sagittarius — Nov 22 to Dec 21 You might have to manually adjust the spotlight to fall on you, Sagittarius. This week won’t be yours if you don’t act. You’re not one to stay idle, so this won’t be hard for you. If you’re struggling to have your voice heard, demand a place center-stage where you belong.

Taurus — Apr 20 to May 20 Keep things lighthearted, Taurus. February is a good month to not focus on your troubles. Time spent having fun will provide good memories to fall back on when it all gets too overwhelming. Let those close to you offer advice and listen carefully; your friends will be a steady source of support and motivation.

Virgo —Aug 23 to Sep 22 Last week the supermoon fell in your sign, most likely causing an emotional shift you would have rather avoided. Prepare to face some obstacles even as the Moon transitions to a different sign. Keep a clear head when confronting others and tread the delicate line between composed and cold.

Capricorn — Dec 22 to Jan 19 Let things slide that you wouldn’t usually. A little leniency will make you more approachable and people will gravitate to your dedication sans your usual intimidating demeanour. Share your plans with an open mind; others might have important insight that will only improve the outcome.

Gemini — May 21 to Jun 20 Gemini, you’re a powerhouse this week! Get ready to work hard for the things you want. Your natural ambition will only be amplified by this increase in productivity. Be upfront about what you want to see from yourself, others, and the world around you. In this case, being blunt is the best tool for success.

Libra — Sep 23 to Oct 22 February seems to have flown by, leaving you at a loss for words and actions. Where will you go from here? Being bold will keep you from getting stuck in a rut of indecision and inactivity. Act fast; this offer of selfconfidence won’t last long if you end up worrying yourself into a corner.

Aquarius — Jan 20 to Feb 18 Practicality will take priority over any lingering whimsicality you might have from the end of your season. Working through conflicts should come easy as you’re bound to be experiencing a period of emotional clarity thanks to the Sun’s recent transition out of your more reserved sign. Aim to be honest without being detached.

Cancer —Jun 21 to Jul 22 There seems to be a lot going on in your life right now, and it might not all be good. Prepare for a bit of a hectic week as you iron out the troubles that keep popping up. Don’t be afraid to let people know how you’re feeling about all this — they’ll want to lend a hand.

Scorpio — Oct 23 to Nov 21 Trust your gut this week, Scorpio. You’re inclined to overthinking every action you make (or don’t make). You have a fairly level head in most situations; why not embrace that and use it to your advantage? Some newfound spontaneity could lead to great things!

Pisces — Feb 19 to Mar 20 Things will align for your benefit this week. You do a lot for others, and it’s time for your generosity to be returned. This will carry on in the weeks that follow, so don’t worry about an expiration date on your good spirit and better fortune.

SPORTS

CULTURE

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

sports@ufvcascade.ca The Cascade — Sports Editor

Men’s Basketball //

UFV loses second round matchup with UBC

UFV Cascades fell to UBC in second round of Canada West basketball playoffs ALEX JESUS

After the UFV Cascades men’s basketball team defeated the UNBC Timberwolves in their first playoff matchup of the year, they were given a very large task: defeat the UBC T-Birds in two out of three games on the road. For most teams, this would have been a wash, but UFV accepted the challenge. They did not complete the task, losing to UBC in three games, but how they got there shows their prowess as a team. Coming into the matchup, it was UBC who, on paper, had the distinct edge. Finishing in the regular season second only to Calgary, the UBC T-Birds entered the series with a 17-3 regular season record. UFV came in with the number five spot, sporting a 13-7 record. The stage was set for a Canada West showdown between two high powered teams, and it did not disappoint. UFV started strong Thursday night. The first quarter saw them edge UBC by a score of 19-13 and already it seemed that the upset was brewing. UBC worked hard to regain the lost points but only managed to match the Cascades in the second quarter (19-19). By this time, it became evident that UFV had an edge against UBC in one specific category: the deep ball. A barrage of threes rained down on the struggling UBC team all night. It was a virtuoso performance from the visiting team who shot a season-high 17 threes at a ridiculous 0.447 percentage. This led UFV to a 92-79 road victory against the second-best team in the conference.

How did they do it? “We came in with the belief that winning was possible,” head coach Adam Friesen said to Dan Kinvig, Communications Coordinator of UFV Athletics, after the game.

his play led UBC to a 16-point lead in the first quarter alone. But the Cascades are known to have a strong third quarter, and they did just that, outscoring UBC 27-20 on high IQ plays through favourable matchups and great transition basketball. It all came down to the fourth quarter, where UBC’s experience and complete restructuring of their defense got them the win, while UFV’s season came to an end. Although they didn’t win, every member of the team knew they played well. “We battled hard, man,” said UFV Cascades guard Parm Bains after the game. “We went down big in the first quarter, but we battled. We went down like men, so Cascades basketball. (Dan Kinvig. UFV Athletics) I’m proud of how we handled ourselves.” UBC clearly learned from their misBains spoke with pride about his team takes by Friday. UBC started strong, win- and how they proved so many wrong ning the first quarter and only giving up over the last season. “Man, it was a great as much as they gave back in the second season We started off 1-4, then went on quarter. UFV could not deal with the a 10-game winning streak. We showed home team’s ability to limit their shoot- we’re a legit team. It’s going to be tough ing, and UBC went on to win the game losing Mark, Andrew, and Nav, but I’m by a score of 85-58. With their season now pretty confident about our team and our hinging on one game, the Cascades had future.” one more shot to make it to the next round Though the season is now over for the of the 2019 USPORTS playoffs. UFV Cascades, their growth and imIn their third encounter, UBC’s Man- provement provides a window into their roop Clair went off early. Coming off of potential as a team next season. Stay screens and shooting at a high volume tuned for basketball stories and news over seemed to be his way of dictating the pace the offseason, as the Cascades will begin of the first quarter, and to no surprise their next run later in 2019.

Wrestling //

Cascades impress at nationals, take home multiple gold medals

UFV Cascades Sports Scores Feb. 14 – Feb. 23 2019 Men’s Basketball Game/Date: CANADA WEST PLAYOFFS – Quarter Final UFV Versus UBC Feb. 14, 2019 Result: Win (92-79) Game/Date: UFV Versus UBC Feb. 15, 2019 Result:

Loss (58-85)

Game/Date: UFV Versus UBC Feb. 16th, 2019 Result:

Loss (73-85)

Women’s Volleyball Game/Date: PACWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS – Quarter Final UFV Versus Capilano Feb. 21, 2019 Result: Loss (2-3)

Wrestling Game/Date: USPORTS Wrestling Championships Feb. 22-23, 2019 Result: Men-5th Women-8th

UFV Cascades wrestling team comes back from nationals with two golds, one silver, and two bronze medals ALEX JESUS This past weekend featured the USPORTS National Wrestling tournament in Calgary, Alberta. Schools from all over the country went to compete for the ultimate goal any wrestler in USPORTS could achieve: the gold medal. While national titles are rare and hard to come by for many schools, UFV proved once again that in the five short years they’ve had a wrestling program, they’re not to be taken lightly. At the tournament, seven Cascades were able to secure medal matches, while three went on to compete for the national title. It was a proud and exciting weekend for the team, which is still growing and developing. There were ups, downs, injuries, and rewards. It was a wild weekend and it all began this past Friday. Though UFV fielded 11 team members, not all were able to escape their opening day matches without injury. In his first

match, Cascades’ 61 kg Ali Rahguzar was hurt and had to concede, while Cascades’ 72 kg Amarvir Atwal completed his three matches (1-2) before having to exit due to injury. Brad Hildenbrandt (120 kg), who put together a wildly impressive performance at the Canada West championships just two weeks prior, was consistent in his winning ways, going undefeated on the opening day of nationals and punching his ticket to the gold medal match. De’Andre Williams (68 kg) had a tougher road, but in three thrilling matches was able to secure his spot to wrestle for the national title. Ana Godinez Gonzalez (63 kg) showed up intent on outdoing her score last year as the national silver medalist, starting on Friday where she swept her competition in three straight matches, giving up a grand total of zero points to her opponents. Calista Espinosa (48 kg), Amber Wiebe (55 kg), Simren Brar (54 kg) and Parker McBride (57

kg) went on to compete for the bronze, going 2-1. Karan Dhillon (82 kg) placed fifth on that day, while Sunny Benning (90 kg) went on to place sixth. Both went 1-2 but were able to end the day on a high note, winning the last of their three matches. Saturday turned out to be a very big day for the Cascades wrestling program. The team took home a record five USPORTS medals in only its fifth year of the program, proving that with time, UFV has a lot to look forward to in their wrestling squad. Brad Hildenbrandt found a big challenge in the gold medal match versus the Concordia Stingers Frederick Choquette. After a tough match, the Cascade edged the Stinger by a score of 7-6 for his third straight USPORTS gold metal. This marks the end of a historic season for Hildenbrandt, who now owns a trio of UFV national titles in only his fourth year of eligibility. Ana Godinez Gonzalez put on a dis-

play of excellence that earned her more than a gold medal. For her dominance in the tournament and her ability to win every single one of her matches without ever surrendering a point, she was awarded the USPORTS female athlete of the year award, becoming the first UFV athlete to ever receive the award. Three other medals were won on Saturday as well. De’Andre Williams picked up a silver medal at nationals, while Parker McBride and Amber Wiebe each took home bronze medals by way of tech fall. This capped off a five-medal day for UFV. Though this concludes the season for UFV wrestling, it proved that a new program, with the right athletes and the right coaching, can truly overcome the odds and compete at the highest level in Canada. Stay tuned as the Cascades enter their offseason and look to next year for another inspiring campaign.

arts@ufvcascade.ca WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2018

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Martin Castro — Arts Editor

ARTS

Album //

Cuaron’s ROMA lives up to the buzz MARTIN CASTRO

To us (that is, to the Cascadereading UFV public), ROMA ought to be notable mainly for its depiction of a kind of life that may go unnoticed by Canadian viewers. ROMA focuses primarily on Cleo (portrayed by Yalitza Aparicio, a school teacher who before ROMA had never acted), an Indigenous woman working as a live-in maid to a middle-class family. Cleo, always a factor in the movie (and indeed, its main character) is almost never presented in scenes as the most important. Her wants and needs almost always take second place to those of others. Very rarely does Cleo have or exercise social agency. At work, she defers to Sofia, the matriarch of the house. Stealing what few moments of personal socialization are available to her between tasks, Cleo gossips with Adela, another live-in maid. Despite her obvious care toward the children of the house, and her attempt to edge out an identity for herself, Cleo is always defined as subservient to others, be it the family, or the men in her life. Her boyfriend Fermin, for example, after having slept with Cleo, abandons her upon news of the pregnancy in a scene that sees him first

make clear that he is the most capable of physical violence out of the pair, and then threaten her should she once again bring up the possibility of Fermin being her child’s father. Meanwhile, Cleo must continue to work while dealing with her own life. For example, Sofia (played by Marina de Tavira) is also left single after being left by her husband. Unlike Cleo, however, she has the luxury of being able to supplant the children (and Cleo) on a day-trip to the beach while her husband’s people move his furniture out of the house. More than that, Cleo is offered a place at the family’s side, but only insofar as her role as a caretaker affords her a place dictated by the family itself. Back at the pueblo, Cleo’s working-class Indigenous townspeople fail to see her as truly one of their own, a result of her association with a more well-off family (her employers). Also important to note is that Cleo’s desire to belong isn’t even the main tenet of the movie. Because the space that Cleo occupies (socially and otherwise) is always liminal, and because her grasp on that already liminal space is never guaranteed, Cleo’s time is spent ensuring the (mainly economic, but also social and emotional) condi-

tions for her survival. Cleo’s would-be quest to belong reaches its zenith in the last month of her pregnancy. (For the entire duration of which she has still worked daily — work that only stops the moment her water breaks.) In the moments leading up to the birth, Cleo finds and tenuously embraces the kind of selfless, willing servitude implicitly connected to romantic notions of motherhood. Moreover, after Cleo’s preg-

nancy culminates in a dramatic scene of political violence and biological urgency, she is afforded a glimpse at what might have constituted her own life: a child, which, belonging to her, might have given her the real connection she was longing for. Unfortunately, the child is stillborn, and after holding her son for seconds before having it taken away from her, Cleo is left to once again return to her mistress’ house, where her job waits for her. Even the news of

her child’s death only assays Cleo’s servitude briefly, as Sofia takes the children out on vacation in order to distract them from their father’s absence. In this instance Cleo is the closest she could be to belonging to the family, and yet, her job awaits her when they return. Still, as a scene toward the end of the film makes clear, Cleo’s presence in the family has been as instrumental to its survival as the job has been to hers.

ARTS

VOL. 27 // ISSUE 07

Podcast //

Taking on other people’s problems CHANDY DANCEY Other People’s Problems is a candid podcast that delves into the therapy sessions of consenting patients hosted by Vancouver-based psychologist, Hillary McBride. Although fans of the self-help genre or the field of psychology will be immediately drawn to the concept, the show has aspects that attract a wider audience, too. The stories revealed are recorded in Vancouver, which can hit close to home. It’s easy to identify with the patients — they’re people you could even be sitting next to in traffic. Furthermore, the issues that arise are ones that most people can relate to. Sessions range from focusing on the experiences of trauma to coping with heartbreak, depression, anxiety, fear of change, and everything in between. To paraphrase McBride, you learn that other people’s problems are not so unlike your own. Each episode begins en medias res with the patients already having begun to discuss new occurrences in their lives; there’s the sense of an ongoing narrative and trust from previous appointments. The flow of the podcast is heavily influenced by McBride’s active, compassionate style of therapy. The sessions aren’t completely unedited either. At times McBride will chime in post-production to explain her thought process to listeners or explain why she chose to ask specific questions. This gives her a more involved role in the podcast and serves to break up long monologues with a therapist’s insight. In a cultural landscape of social media where we’re surrounded by influencers who only highlight their best moments, it’s refreshing to listen to a podcast that assures us that it’s okay not to have it together all the time. However, what I appreciate the most from Other People’s Problems is that patients consent to being recorded as a way to attest to the power that therapy has had in their lives

and in the hopes of encouraging others to get help. Unscripted media will often exploit intimate moments of vulnerability for views or a narrative, like in the case of reality TV. While participants in reality TV shows don’t always directly consent to having sensitive subject material brought up and amplified, I get the impression that McBride’s patients have a better idea of (and more control over) what they’ll be projecting to the world through their participation in the podcast. Although this podcast leaves listeners with the genuine sense that it’s attempting to serve a higher purpose, it’s also worth noting that McBride does benefit from the show and having us engage with other’s pain in a voyeuristic way. What might be most surprising is that it’s cathartic hearing others emotionally purge themselves. Although it may seem like this podcast would cause listeners to take on “other people’s problems,” it can actually have the opposite effect, if you’ll let it. There’s a safety within the space created by the podcast to express oneself, digest ugly feelings, then consciously release them. In this way, Other People’s Problems gives the unique experience of having you strongly empathize with the patients, often tensing up when you hear their frustration or hurt, only to immediately release the pent up stress when McBride’s smooth voice coaches them through breathing exercises. Each patient’s issues seem overwhelming and all-consuming, just like how listeners feel about their own stressors. By taking the passive role of an onlooker, you gain an outsider’s viewpoint.

It encourages, at least myself, to take a deep breath, distance myself from my ego, and try to see my own issues from another perspective. The execution of this podcast is clean and respectful of the patients, and I recommend it. Each episode of Other People’s Problems is a ride, but if you’re willing to trust in the process, surrender yourself, and release stress, it has the power to help you solve your own.

Album //

Naked Giants’ “Green Fuzz” an interesting mix of progressional and old-style rock A study into the sound, orientation, and pacing of Naked Giants’ “Green Fuzz” In a piece as long as this, just over nine minutes, one would expect some drag to occur. However, Naked Giants does an excellent Typically, when a band puts out a description of itjob — particularly in the earlier few minutes self on a media platform, there is some type of panof the song — with pacing to control the flow dering involved. In other words, an explanation or of the piece. The occasional screams, solos, demonstration of why an album should elicit the atand interspersed vocals really lend a lot of tention of a listener is a sea of albums. Naked Giants, value to the work. The drum solo at the five on the other hand, only defines its attitude towards minute mark really adds a sense of reprieve the craft great music. for the listener to recoup from the fast-paced “So while Naked Giants are happy to play the first half of the song before the second half dumb, hedonistic rock band, don’t be fooled for a starts at seven minutes in. second- they’re one of the brightest, smartest acts Nothing is overly aggressive or jaring out there at the moment… Even at this early stage, about the piece. It does not fall into the catthey’re taking it as seriously as they are just having egory of hard rock but rather a more casual a good time.” progressive or alternative rock atmosphere. And while the quote is not entirely free of selfThere are even aspects of ‘50s (classic) rock advertising it does make, in my opinion, a true stateat the four minute mark. The orientation of ment. The song “Green Fuzz” possesses a casual atthe piece makes it fit in multiple categories of titude that suggests the band is enjoying their work, rock, and that does not feel like a bad thing in but also a level of craftsmanship and skill that holds this instance. The work is well-defined, prothe seriousness in the statement as fact. duced, sung, and explicated. the piece while the drums add rhythm and pacing. The The sound of the piece is extremely well done. Naked Giants deserves some praise here; There is no sense that post processing has left a mark electric guitar serves as the chorus instrument but simul- while it is often difficult for longer songs to warrant posion the score or that one instrument is meant to be the taneously falls in and out of the piece as the vocals and tive reviews, and hold the listeners’ attention, this piece song’s focus. The work is balanced; the interspersion of drums do. In essence, its quality and design, the work is comes across as pretty exceptional. The other works that vocals create the sense of flow and brings excitement to solid. the band has produced are really good as well.

CALEB SILVEIRA

ARTS

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Album //

Don’t say Thank U, Next to Ariana’s new album just yet

CHARTS

Lessons learned from Grande’s Thank U, Next

LeE HARVeY OsMUND

Mohawk

CANDIED LEMON

Blessed Disease (single)

CIVL Station Manager Aaron Levy watched the Oscars Sunday night and was in bed before 11!

Swim Team V

DARIEN JOHNSEN Since everyone is losing their minds over the new Ariana Grande album, Thank U, Next, I had to see if it would live up to the hype when it was released this past Friday, Feb. 8. Thank U, Next reflects Grande’s independent attitude after her broken engagement and I see her new album as a passing on of knowledge from Grande to her fans. Ariana has a knack for killing notes and making it sound like she isn’t even trying. The first track, “imagine,” begins with some seriously slow and steady R&B feels. The lyrics don’t say much — she repeats the word “imagine” for about 80 per cent of the song — and I zoned out about four times while listening. This song lacked depth, lyrically and musically, and was disappointing for a first track. “NASA” talks about needing “space” from a partner and enjoying being alone when you need to be. While it’s kind of a cheezy comparison, and plays more like an annoying repetitive anthem than a song, it’s got a pretty good message that’s important for people to understand when navigating serious relationships. “fake smile” is another R&B-tinged song that starts off with a cool, lo-fi recording

of Wendy Rene’s “After Laughter” which abruptly cuts into a slow rhythm using the same beat from Rene’s track. The line, “fuck a fake smile, smile” is hard not to sympathize with. This song is slow but also has mini-rap breakdowns full of pure sass that encourage listeners to be real and open about their feelings with lines like “If I’m hurt I ain’t gon’ lie about it.” Ariana’s vocals are layered and smooth and the different styles of music keep it interesting. “7 rings” is a bass-heavy track that starts off with a spin on The Sound of Music’s, “My Favourite Things” which then breaks down into an empowered rap about how much money Ariana has and how she can buy herself all of her favourite things. While I’m not exactly into encouraging an overindulgent capitalist culture as a form of empowerment, it is catchy. But there’s been a lot of talk about Ariana ripping off other artists: “7 rings” has been compared to multiple artists’ songs, including Princess Nokia’s “Mine.” All comparisons aside, it seems as though Ariana is trying to adapt her style to trap music while still holding on to some classic R&B style, so I’m not surprised it sounds familiar. Ariana’s roots still do manage to show through in her soulful voice and honest lyrics,

and really, who doesn’t love a good ‘skreet skreet’ now and then? The album incorporates fun, danceable beats about living free, and reflective songs about navigating relationships while still remaining true to yourself. Even though I don’t share Ariana’s appreciation for ex-lovers (come on, some of them had to be unnecessarily shitty), and I don’t agree that at any point should one try to break a couple up just because they want to “hit it in the mornin,” I think the songs do reflect a changing society in which people are exploring new ideas about relationships. Maybe encouraging one night stands, frivolous consumption, and partying isn’t what everyone needs to feel empowered, but I do think it’s important to encourage people to be free and true to themselves in whatever way that may be. Ariana’s love for people, equality, and growth shine through in this album, and it’s not hard to appreciate her honesty and authenticity. Thank U, Next is appropriate for the times, for anyone looking to feel empowered and re-focused on themselves, but musically, it’s nothing mindblowing and will probably get old after a few listens.

SHUFFLE

Motherhood Dear Bongo

Sneaks Highway Hypnosis

Kristin Witko Never Thought It Could Be That Sweet (single)

Stephen Carl O'Shea & Sylvia Platters Shadow Steps (split)

Teen Daze Bioluminescence

XCephasx Sotah (Feat. Derateo)

Ben Cottrill Spice Boy

Ryu Darko Vice Nights

Divorcer Debt Jubilee

Partner Saturday the 14th

Tunic Complexion

Homeshake Helium

16 17 18

B.A. Johnston The Skid is Hot Tonight Twist Distancing Daniel Romano Finally Free

Sue Foley The Ice Queen

D.B. Rielly Live from Chester

AARON LEVY

Public Enemy - “Fight The Power” It took seeing that this epic rebel-anthem was written just for Do The Right Thing to make me realize that I need to do this shuffle on Sorry To Bother You, the Boots Riley stroke of genius that may unseat Lee as the most visionary black filmmaker in Hollywood. Demi Lovato - “Sorry, Not Sorry” I want to apologize for the “crabs-in-a-bucket” attitude I've been struggling with wherein Lee's recent and emphatic statement pales in comparison to the wonderment and splendor of STBY — it's just so many steps further. So much more surreal and full of opportunities to draw your own conclusions. Weezer - “Why Bother” If I was in Spike's position to start this Oscar season, I'd definitely be asking myself the query in this song's title, having been snubbed and flubbed so many times already on the same stage for so many different works. Like others before him, now a penny for his thoughts. Tunic - “Dry Heave” This song gets shuffled for one reason and one reason only, and it's not because it has to do with the week's theme. It's because Joel Robertson-Taylor is sarcastic in the office, and the lyrics here are "You are trash / Joel, Joel / you shouldn't look me in the eye."

WORKING TOGETHER

GETS RESULTS!

80+ MEETINGS WITH MLAS 20,000+ POSTCARDS SIGNED 100S OF VOLUNTEERS 2,000+ EMAILS TO THE FINANCE MINISTER 13+ STUDENTS’ UNIONS TAKING ACTION

INTEREST ON BC STUDENT LOANS

The BC Government’s 2019 Budget announced that interest on the BC portion of all student loans is eliminated effective February 19, 2019.

STUDENT ACTION WORKS – WE DID THIS TOGETHER! @theBCFS