The Tuition Crisis: A Year Later
By Christina Lépine - Staff Writer
On Oct. 13, 2023, Quebec’s minister of higher education announced a tuition increase for out-of-province students doubling their tuition from $9,000 to $17,000. Following this announcement, the Bishop’s University administration and the Students’ Representative Council worked in collaboration with members of the Eastern Townships, the McGill and Concordia Principals, and student unions to fight against this tuition hike.
After a mobilization, an open letter signed by hundreds of signatories, a petition tabled at Québec’s National Assembly with more than 33,000 signatures, and discussions with the said minister and English school Principals, it was announced, on December 14, 2023, that Bishop’s University was exempted from this tuition hike. Minister Pascale Déry announced then that, starting in fall 2025, English-level universities will
be mandated to ensure that 80 per cent of non-Quebec resident undergraduate students attain level 5 on the Quebec scale of French proficiency.
A year later, what are the repercussions on our university? I met with Andrew Webster, VicePrincipal of Academic and Research, Sarah Théberge, Chair of the French Department, and Lyssa Paquette, Manager of Student Recruitment and Retention, to answer this question. Financial impacts on the university
The Quebec government made this announcement before the Bishop’s 2023 fall Open House, impacting early enrollments. Many out-of-province students turned to other universities due to the tuition fee uncertainty. Andrew Webster mentioned that along with the effects of the tuition crisis, the university also suffered from a change in the provincial government’s funding formula, decreasing the funding
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B.U Women’s Hockey National Champions
By Owen Kitzan - Sports Editor
A2-0 series sweep of Université de Montréal in the first round of the playoffs saw B.U pitted against powerhouse Concordia for a road to the finals. The Stingers came into the matchup having only lost one game all year barring an exhibition game against Boston University and looked like Goliath in the path of Bishops.
As the puck dropped on game one both teams came out looking to apply pressure on the other side. Concordia struck first with Bishops managing to knot it up halfway through the first. The Stingers found the back once more to lead 2-1 after one period. In the second Bishops found some life and tied the game up at 2-2 off a quick goal from Amélie Brassard.
Concordia looked to build upon their earlier momentum however, potting two more goals to boost their advantage up to three goals before B.U would strike to bring it back within two goals to end the second. The Stingers would score one more to seal the deal as a late goal with 17 seconds left in the game by Noémie Fontaine would prove to be too little too late and Concordia took game one 5-4.
In game two the Gaiters returned to the swamp for a home game with the home crowd on their side. B.U came out flying in the first and boasted a 2-0 lead after the first off of goals from Gabrielle Santerre and Maude Pépin. In the second period Jordanne Laforme would score another for B.U before Concordia would strike for the first time of the game and bring the game to a 3-1 score heading to the third period. In the final frame Noémie Fontaine Read more on page 6
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The Tuition Crisis: A Year Later
usually allocated to Bishop’s. The federal government has imposed quotas on international applications to Canadian universities, reducing available slots and jeopardizing international enrollment rates.
Webster mentioned, “there has been a significant financial impact on the university, but we are planning for the future rather than approaching the situation with a survival lens.” This year, the university administration has been working very hard to find solutions to meet budget restrictions and make the demanded cuts without affecting students’ experience. However, Webster adds, “it is unfortunate to say that coming from outside Québec to study here has become a bit harder, and students feel less welcome.”
Webster also mentions that committees, working groups, and discussions between the Principal and the provincial government are all working to preserve and promote the Bishop’s experience. Unfortunately, Webster confirmed that some cuts will still have to be made in part-time courses and course offerings to meet the new budget requirements – the question of which courses remain unclear.
Promoting the French language
An important highlight of the interviews is promoting the French language. “The French aspect is a positive component of the Bishop’s experience, and it is primordial for the university to find ways to promote the French language and culture,” Webster told The Campus.
While the government has
proposed French testing, Andrew Webster and Sarah Théberge confirmed that the university is working very hard to ensure no student has to pass French language examinations to graduate. Instead, Bishop’s is working to increase incentives for students to learn French, rather than relying on performative measures to prove language proficiency.
Théberge mentioned that it is very important for the French department and the university to utilize the situation as “an opportunity to offer a wider course offering in French.” The department has diversified the services offered to include online linguistic capsules, experiential learning through internship opportunities, and tutoring. Additionally, a variety of courses are offered in grammar, speaking, writing, and French/Québecois culture. She encourages all students, including francophones, to try French classes.
In the upcoming months, Sarah Théberge will lead initiatives to expand the department’s capabilities and gear up to meet the provincial government’s language requirements. Students starting in fall 2025 would likely be the first group of students subject to any governmentallymandated French testing requirements, although the specifics remain uncertain, and Bishops is working to circumvent this. Bringing enrollment numbers up
Anticipating a drop in out-ofprovince and international enrollments due to the tuition crisis and application quotas, the Recruitment and Admissions Office did not waste any time brainstorming solutions to reverse this decrease in
enrollment numbers. They have doubled existing initiatives, including campus tours, showing academic buildings and residence rooms and offering a free meal at Dewhurst Dining Hall. They also participate in international fairs, where recruitment offices promote Bishop’s around the world.
The Recruitment and Enrollment office has also revamped events like fall and spring Open Houses, adding new activities to engage visitors. They now attend campus events, sports games, and public fairs across the Eastern Townships and Canada, offering promotional materials and answering questions about Bishop’s.
This year, the Recruitment Office and the Communications Office are also collaborating on a new edition of the Be you @ B.U. magazine, mailed prospective students, and the Gaiters Unite: Recruit and Earn initiative, incentivizing current Bishop’s students to refer potential students, earning up to $500 per referral (for a maximum of 1500$)
As the tuition crisis captured attention on campus during the fall 2023 semester, many things have changed this past year. Although Bishop’s University was exempted from announced tuition hikes—unlike McGill and Concordia, who still suffered from an out-of-province tuition increase to $12, 000 per year—there are still significant financial repercussions from recent governmental measures. The three interviews, however, display the university’s efforts to strategically plan for the future, and ongoing initiatives
like French promotion and recruitment initiatives are aimed at cultivating the Bishop’s experience.
What can students do? Bishop’s administration wants to hear from you: keep an eye on your email to fill out strategic planning forms, partake in events, and share your opinions with divisional student senators sitting on Senate committees.
On the track of dark matter and the nature of neutrinos
By Alys-Ann Suprenant CoacheContributor
What if, to unlock some of the universe’s best-kept secrets, we had to turn away from the sky and dig two kilometers underground? Well, that is exactly the project that Dr. Serge Charlebois is working on, and we had the chance to learn about the design and implications of such a project directly from him in a speaker event at Bishop’s on Friday, March 14. Dr. Charlebois is currently a professor at the Université de Sherbrooke, where he also conducts research in solid-state physics. He works on projects like the detection of neutrinos and dark matter, which are also key areas of focus for Dr. Arthur B. McDonald, who guest-spoke on the subject on March 17 for Bishop’s Research Week.
Firstly, dark matter and neutrinos are two elusive components of our universe that physicists are actively trying to understand. Dark matter is an invisible form of matter that does not emit, absorb, or reflect light in any way. That means we can’t observe them directly with a telescope, for example. Meanwhile, neutrinos are
nearly massless, neutral particles that barely interact with matter, yet they are produced in vast quantities by stars and supernovae. Detecting these elusive particles is the challenge at hand, and it requires very sensitive equipment.
This is where noble liquids come into play. These dense, stable elements emit faint ultraviolet (UV) light when a particle collides with a nucleus inside them. To record those very weak emissions, the experiments rely on semiconductor light detectors, which can count individual photons with great precision. By using these principles, researchers aim to identify both dark matter interactions and rare neutrino events, helping to uncover some of the universe’s greatest mysteries.
So, what is solid-state physics and how does it come into play? Solid-state physics studies physical properties of solid materials to understand how atoms interact. Applications of solid-state physics include semiconductors, sensors, and detectors. Dr. Charlebois’ research revolves around designing and building such instruments to detect the UV glow emitted by noble liquids.
His work contributes to two major projects: the search for neutrinoless double
beta decay in xenon, and the detection of dark matter interactions in argon. They both require extremely small and precise detectors that can count photons one by one.
These projects present numerous challenges. Both aim to detect extremely rare events, so scientists must observe very large volumes of noble liquids over extended periods of time. Additionally, both experiments induce background noise from other interactions and events. To reduce this interference, the use of ultra-pure liquids and exceptional energy resolution is necessary. However, better light detectors are bulkier and can’t work at the cryogenic temperatures required for noble liquids, unless accommodations are made. This is why Dr. Charlebois is working on improving smaller photodetectors called silicon photomultipliers (SiPMs).
As of now, the aforementioned experiments have yet to detect their soughtafter signals; neither neutrinoless double beta decay nor dark matter interactions have been confirmed. That doesn’t mean the detectors have remained silent, but rather that every reading they had could be explained by known physics. Every event has its specific energy signature, and no unexpected signals have been observed so far.
These experiments are crucial in particle physics. Currently, dark matter is a strong theoretical construct, but confirming its existence would solidify numerous theories about how galaxies remain gravitationally bound and what the universe is made of. Similarly, if we get results with the neutrinoless double beta decay experiment, that will teach us about the nature of neutrinos, a very mysterious particle.
We talk about these universe-size dreams of knowledge advancements but, to paraphrase a statement of Dr. Charlebois: Even if you dream of decrypting the galaxies, remember that you first have to turn around and arrange atoms on a plate.
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Mental Health is in Vogue at Bishop’s University
By Britney Ellis Rahman - Contributor
The week of March 10 to 14 saw Bishop’s University host its annual Mental Health Awareness week. Organized by Student Services and the SRC’s mental health committee lead by Mya Fischer, events were held all over the campus and beyond, promoting the daily themes of environment, substance use, relationships & sexual health, physical health, and self-care.
Per tradition, the week began on Monday with a resource fair hosted in the SUB where students learned about services offered on campus, such as counselling in the offices above Doolittle’s and off-campus services such as those from Autisme Estrie. One student who self-identifies as autistic said that it was “a relief to know that there are ways to officialize my diagnosis; I didn’t even know where to begin looking.” The day continued with various workshops and meetups related to eco-anxiety.
Tuesday saw the beginning of the “paint the SUB purple” activity where
students wrote affirming and positive messages to each other and plastered them all over the walls and the large window to the Gait. This day also featured a substance use workshop in the Gait, as well as a budget-friendly cooking class in the Hodder kitchen, a welcome relief to students feeling the pressure and stress of rising food prices.
Wednesday was day 2 of plastering positive messages all over the SUB as well as a day focused on positive relationships and sexual health. A consent workshop was hosted in the SUB by representatives of the Sexual Violence Support Centre and others. This was followed by an art & philosophy activity in the Kaleidoscope lab and finished off with a painting activity in the Gait.
Thursday was physical health day, beginning with free activities in the Price Sports Centre and then moving on to the more introvert-friendly fidget toy making in the Art Lab. Finally, the BU Outdoors Club capped it off with a 5 km hike at the Johnville bog, a happy dose of fresh springtime weather to help shake off the
frigid winter blues. Friday finished the week calmly with group therapy, yoga, meditation, and a spa treatment hosted by BUnited.
The week was an overall success with many of the events seeing greater than expected participation from students, and many students expressing that it feels good to know that they are not alone in their struggles. It is important for you to remember that help is at most a phone call away. 1-866-APPELLE and 9-8-8 can be dialed for mental health emergencies, 686868 can be texted, and for social services you can dial 811 option 2.
Research Week 2025: A Success in Innovation and Discovery
By Lauren Root - Staff Writer
As the end of the school year approaches rapidly, Bishop’s Research Week brought warm weather, excitement, and anticipation. The week-long event, held from March 17 to 20 was organized by Joannie St. Germain, with the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, and brought together undergraduate and graduate students, as well as professors and guest speakers.
Throughout the week, professors and guest speakers spoke on a variety of topics across campus. The Gait and Centennial theatres were packed with events, hosting crowds of students and faculty who were eager to learn. Listeners were able to gather for coffee and refreshments in the Gait while listening to 30-minute-long talks, and often entire classes would be present to learn about specific topics. Something very special about this year’s Research Week is that guest speakers came from a variety of different backgrounds and not exclusively academics/ scholarship.
On March 17, Dr. Tim Haltigin presented a presentation called Asteroids, Lasers, and Cookies: Canada’s role on the Osiris-REx mission. Dr. Haltigin is a geomorphologist, studying landscapes. Since 2016 and the launch of the Osiris-Rex spacecraft, he has been managing the Canadian laser instrument that will be mapping out the asteroid to find the best place to retrieve a sample before
Treturning to Earth. After its launch in 2016, Osiris-REx set out with the objective of collecting a sample from an asteroid named Bennu, a successful mission, and later returned to Earth in 2023. Dr. Haltigin spoke about following one’s passion in their profession and the possibilities of working in space.
Dr. Arthur B. McDonald presented his talk titled, Understanding the Universe from 2km Down to an eager crowd in Centennial Theatre on March 17. Dr. McDonald is a Nobel Prize winner and the director of the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory (SNO), which is located 2.1 km underground in Sudbury Ontario’s meteorite crater, a necessary step to eliminate radioactivity from cosmic rays. In this observatory, they use heavy water (D₂O) to capture neutrinos from the sun, which penetrate the ground. His team’s research into Tau neutrinos and Muon neutrinos discovered that neutrinos oscillate and have mass, a groundbreaking discovery in particle physics and results which required changes to the Standard Model of Elementary Particles.
Lysandre Leduc Boudreau, a documentary filmmaker and researcher gave a fascinating talk in the Gait on March 19th, where she spoke at length about the conditions required for filming documentaries. She also spoke on the various roles found in the film industry, including researching locations and characters for documentaries. She’s received numerous awards for her first feature-length
film, Jacques, which is a portrait of a pioneer in Nordic expeditions living in northern Quebec.
Marc-Antoine Kelertas, an actor and director, spoke in the Gait on March 19 to a crowd of drama students. Leading an extremely interactive presentation, Kelertas shared the in-depth research that actors must do before taking on characters and projects. He spoke of the struggles of using real emotion in a fictional sense and facing innermost thoughts while preparing for a role.
Research Week presented not only guest speakers with the chance to share their passions and professions, it also showcased many undergraduate and graduate student projects. Fifth-year Kate Thompson presented her honours research, Exploring the potential effects of female reproductive factors on fitness adaptations and training loads in university soccer players, which won best poster in Undergraduate: Social Sciences.
As a member of the women’s soccer team and a sports studies major, Kate is interested in the relationship between female reproductive factors, such as the menstrual cycle, and player performance. The project assessed the impact of oral contraceptives on low energy, training load, and fitness over the competitive season. This study has helped predict and prevent injuries on the women’s soccer team.
When asked about how she felt heading
into her presentation, Kate stated: “I was definitely nervous at first,” going on to say, “But this is something I’ve been learning about for months and personally care a lot about, so that passion helped me stay confident.” Kate enjoyed seeing her study capture interest: “Seeing everyone around so curious and engaged made the experience even more meaningful!”
Research Week 2025 was extremely busy but brought plenty of guest speakers and new information to Bishop’s, which made the week enjoyable and educational. Congratulations to all of the students who presented their projects, your hard work is noticed and appreciated!
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Women in “Men’s Fields”
By Bella Lorefice - Contributor
Do you or your loved ones suffer from UATWS (Unreasonable Amount of Time Spent Watching Sports)??? Well, if yes, buckle in because you are in for a LONG week of March Madness.
Now, to start us off, what IS March Madness? The simple answer to this would be “a college basketball tournament.” What that answer fails to reveal is that this tournament comprises a whopping 68 teams facing a series of single elimination games. Unlike baseball, it is in fact one strike, and you are out, which honestly keeps the tournament interesting and allows for upsets and exciting turns of events. Even for non-basketball fans, the unpredictability must be enough to entice those who do not typically watch sporting events.
With this tournament, the NCAA brought in approximately 1.38 billion dollars in revenue in 2024. However, the tournament brings in so much more than a dollar amount, and if you thought that number was absurd for a college basketball tournament, then get this: starting this year, teams are beginning to receive media rights which will help schools bring in money to delegate not just to their basketball teams, but their
entire athletic departments in general. With that said, it is safe to say this tournament comes with some major pros, like economic boosts for host cities, love and attention to the games, as well as creating unique opportunities for young players.
Additionally, it is nice to look at a basketball tournament as more than just the fact that hundreds of young men and women leave with an experience of a lifetime, getting to be part of something big, they get their names out there… do you feel inspired yet? The viewers also get to interpret the game in their own ways. As for the players, they become characters and social icons. One example of a character to come out of the tournaments was last year’s Angel Reese who was viewed as one of the other rising stars from last year. Angel Reese was invited to the Met Gala, which was a little mind-boggling for some. Zach Edey, a Canadian player from Toronto, became an “Ontario winning national college player of the year” for two years in a row (and coming in at a whopping 7 ‘4). Now, Cooper Flag seems to be the talk of the town this year, so we will see how he and Duke make out.
If you are still not enticed and are thinking ‘I know nothing about basketball’ or ‘who the hell cares,’ there is a total social aspect to the event!
Springtime is Clairo and beer
By Halle Brindley - Opinions Editor
Well, at least that’s what I’m trying to figure out. Does wearing a sweatshirt as a coat to class make it spring? Should I keep wearing coats? My mom will go, “Yep, Halle Marie.” So, it must not be spring then. Right?
I’m trying to do something to feel a little sure about any of this uncertainty. Reading about spring seems like the only thing I remember about the (upcoming?) season. Like yeah, you’re right! Once those yellow rain boots come out, the season is here! Realistically, if we didn’t have the calendar days that mark a new season, how would we know until we are in the thick of it all? The 50/50 blue sky, grey sky season? So yeah, that’s what I’m trying to do. That being, following the reel I saw by @harrisonwaugh, and seeing if springtime is turning up Clairo and drinking a beer. The video didn’t actually say anything about springtime, but that’s just how I took it. I spent my Friday afternoon doing just that. Truthfully, it’s not the season I’m really concerned about. It’s after I graduate.
It’s this weird time in my life where I keep trying to complete this end of semester bucket list I made because I want to make sure I’m not going to regret not doing something when I’m gone. This is what almost-post-grad feels like. NIGHTMARE, NIGHTMARE, NIGHTMARE! I feel like it’s a life promotion to embark on the world outside
of the bubble of university. There’s the super exciting, super adult, Carrie Bradshaw element, and then there’s the other element, where everything is more expensive and unfamiliar.
Like I couldn’t have prepared more for this, but this diploma-framed-on-thewall-life (being a level 2 adult) seems so unreal at the same time. It’s imposter syndrome. This is probably due to the fact that none of us were taught how to do taxes in high school. But you’ve gotta love TurboTax!
How then should we prepare ourselves for the end of undergrad? Or even just the end of the semester? What’s the secret to it? Living the as-seen-on-TV university life for the rest of the semester?
No. If you know anything about the as-seen-on-TV products, they tend to be, as my business professors would call them, “fads.” Simply put: they don’t fill a need. They’re usually just short-term dopamine.
So, is springtime really Clairo and beer? I’m not sure. But I do know that I enjoyed spending my afternoon with my friends, Liv and Zayley, drinking PBRs and listening to indie music. I guess that what I’m saying, to most grads and everyone else, is to spend time doing what makes you happy. Don’t try to “live” up to the stereotypical college standards if it’s not your thing. And even if that is “your thing,” try new things, always. Whether that be Improv club, going to your department mixer party, or writing an article, try it out.
You won’t know if you don’t try! And your resume will look better for what you do try.
determine the outcomes of the games/ tournament.
Something else that should absolutely be mentioned when talking about March Madness is the growth that has come from women’s college basketball - dare I say it has helped bring attention to women’s sports in general. Caitlin Clark drew media attention, set records, changed viewers and attendance, and got a sweet brand deal or two, (including a swift 28-milliondollar Nike deal). Caitlin Clark last year became an all-time NCAA Division I men’s and women’s scoring leader, achieved the most three-pointers in a single season by any male or female Division I player, and honestly, so much more it could take up my whole word count. She became an absolute icon for the sport and has inspired so many young women and men. She is an absolute legend I hope to hear more of.
I once had a man say to me that “women’s sports will never be on par with men’s.” I wonder what Caitlin Clark would say to that.
create a bracket trying to
Last year, for the first time ever, the women’s March Madness championship game had 18.9 million viewers, surpassing the viewer count on the men’s championship game. Which should bring comfort and knowing we are only victories away from becoming “on par.”
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Viewer engagement here is HUGE, and a lot of people, even celebrities, participate in bracket making. Literally ANYONE can
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Greg v. Ginger Run
By Gregory Mateo Wands Bourdoiseau - Contributor
Please, assess the content of this personal inquiry with little gravity and a light degree of seriousness. The goal of my assessment and alternative proposition for the, “beloved,” event known as ‘the Ginger Run,’ is more one of (quite) irrational personal qualm rather than of truly informed disagreement. Certain aspects in the process of its recruitment and activity however, I believe could simply be modified to best accommodate the comfort of participants and overall viewing experience.
Before proposing the alternative methods of enrollment and unfolding of the event, I would like to briefly denote the three aspects to which I believe changes could possibly be
arranged in order to provide a truly emblematic day. Firstly, the attention received and source of such attention
both require a hasty inspection. The attention: quite public, blatant and joyful, is wonderful for those – gingers and non-gingers – who would enjoy such invigoration in people’s sight. That is not to say that I do not enjoy attention; I would rather receive such a possibility for an encounter, to be made in a manner of dignity and joy. I do not feel such dignity and joy when running in a counterfeit pursuit of victory.
Following this, I believe as an alternate proposal, people taking part in this parade should be permitted to walk; allowing for both those who want to run, and those who don’t feel so inclined. This trivial pursuit is also exhausting, I don’t want to run down a street; I might get sore. It is nearly impossible for someone to win this race without having started in the winning position. After a careful analysis of footage, it was found that anyone
My Favourite F Word - Feminism!
By Olivia Woods - Contributor
Despite what the media and misinformed individuals want to tell you, feminism is not a scary word. In my opinion, social media, the internet and the rise of more right-leaning politics across the country have led to a substantial misunderstanding of what feminism means and its ideologies.
So what is feminism? A textbook definition of feminism is the advocacy of political, economic and social equality of the sexes to dismantle systems of oppression to achieve gender equality.
But what does this mean? To me, it means the ability to make educated choices about your life. All of the choices! Choices about your appearance, your career path, your sexual and reproductive health, your mental health, your home, your friends, your hobbies, your hygiene, your life. Absolutely everything. To me, it means standing up and advocating for a world where everyone can live without patriarchal norms, without worrying about societal expectations and just be themselves without repercussions. I never want anyone to make a decision in their life because they are scared, are misinformed or feel like they have to do a certain thing. In the most inspirational way, I can say it, You Only Live Once, make the most of it!
However, in today’s society, women are judged heavily for their actions and are made to feel as though they have to behave a certain way, mainly to appease the male gaze. But this fact
is exacerbated for women of colour, women with disabilities, queer women and many different social identities such as religion, socioeconomic status, age, and location. This refers to the term intersectional feminism created by Kimberlé Crenshaw. Specifically, it means that all different aspects of a person’s identity interact
commonly hear, “But that stuff doesn’t really happen anymore Liv,” or “Liv, you dummy! Women already have equal rights.” Well no worries at all, I am happy to explain why you’re wrong! First and foremost, you are not looking very hard. I invite you to start following feminist social media accounts and start looking up feminism to help fight these
to create different levels of privilege and oppression to make the feminist movement more inclusive. If your feminism is not intersectional, then it is not feminism. If you are not here to uplift and support all voices in the fight for equality, then it is not equality you are fighting.
When I talk about gender equality, I
harmful ideas. Collective change starts with individual action.
But also, let’s talk about the studies coming out that are showing that young girls – as young as three years old – are associating actions and words, such as making yourself smaller, being nice and polite, and being weaker and less adventurous with being female. Our
standing further than three yards of the starting position (Greg, Cheveux Roux, 2005), would not have stood a chance in the overall competition.
It is important for me to clarify, none of this is to say that no redhaired person would want to, has wanted to, or shouldn’t want to. I am merely suggesting the inadequacy of enjoyability for those who feel obligated to attend - not due to outright demand, but fear of disappointment for one’s personal social scantness.
If you’ve read this far, it is highly unlikely that you don’t want to disagree, I could understand why. Regardless of where your opinion stands in regards to the “Ginger run,” I hope you enjoyed your St. Patrick’s day weekend at Bishop’s University; I’ll be waiting for you at the finish line next year.
society is set up to teach women and young girls how to act.
Another breaking headline this week has been the removal of the Minister of Women, Gender Equality and Youth, right in the middle of the United Nations Conference on the Status of Women. During the largest movement to advocate for women, Canada which sent hundreds of delegates removed the highest position to make federal change for women and gender equality. This is a clear sign that women and gender equality are not at the forefront of the agenda for Canada. What does this mean as far as implications? It means that in Canada’s highest decision-making body there is no one advocating for or is responsible for these voices that are consistently overlooked.
Although this may be a temporary action, its effects are felt deeply within various Canadian advocacy groups, non-profit organizations and individuals. Gender-based violence, gender pay gaps, sexism, racism, homophobia, Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, Girls and 2-Spirit People (MMIWG2s), the disproportion within care work, underfunding in female-dominated fields, lack of representation, harmful stereotypes, and hundreds more. These are all current feminist issues across Canada that now lack a clear representative within the Canadian federal cabinet. Enough is enough. The change our society needs to see has to start with individuals. Take five minutes out of your day to look into feminism, to understand why it exists, and I promise you, it is not as scary as it seems.
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would finish off the Stingers and hand Concordia their second loss of the year in a 4-1 Gaiters win. Éricka Gagnon stood tall between the pipes, turning away 31 of the 32 shots she faced.
With the stage set for a do-ordie game three the Gaiters travelled to Ed Meagher Arena to take on the Stingers one last time. With both teams’ seasons on the line, the stakes were unbelievably high with fans from both sides filling the stands. Concordia scored their first a minute into the game to put the pressure on Bishop’s who immediately responded three minutes later with a tally from Gabrielle Rousseau. Those two goals would stand as the only one’s scored in the first period as things remained deadlocked 1-1. In the second the Gaiters would find some more magic through the sticks of Justine Turcotte and Neleh Vigneau Sargeant to increase the lead to 3-1. Concordia potted one more past B.U to end the second period with the Gaiters leading 3-2. The third period would prove to continue to go in favor of Bishops as Justine Turcotte buried her second goal of the game followed by Annika Lafrenière to make the score 5-2 for B.U. The Stingers responded by scoring one of their own but it wouldn’t be enough as
Annika Lafrenière slid it into the empty net for her second of the game and secured a 6-3 win to send Bishops to Nationals!
The team traveled down to Elmira Ontario where the 8 team national bracket was set, with the Gaiters drawing the UBC Thunderbirds in round one. In the first period, Maude Pepin would find the back of the net to open the scoring early. Late in the first, the Thunderbirds would strike back, leaving the game tied after one period. Halfway through the second, Gabrielle Santerre would find the twine, only for the Thunderbirds to once again find the answer and leave the scoreboard reading 2-2 after the second period. In the third, UBC would strike first, getting their first lead of the game, before Annika Lafrenière tied it up with 32 seconds left in the third to keep the Gaiters season alive. In overtime, B.U captain Gabrielle
Santerre would play hero and score the game-winner to send Bishops to a semi-final matchup versus the University of Toronto.
Now down to the final four teams, the puck dropped between the Gaiters and the Varsity Blues. Intensity reached a new peak. B.U managed to find the first goal of the game to gain momentum on a power-play strike from Majorie Bolduc, assisted by Justine Turcotte and Noémie Fontaine. The score remained 1-0 Bishops until early in the second, when the Gaiters trio would again connect for a goal with Noémie Fontaine being the goal scorer this time around. These two goals would prove to be enough as the Varsity Blues would only manage to squeak one goal past goaltender Ericka Gagnon who saved 24 out of 25 of the pieces of rubber she faced.
Now with all their hard work finally coming to fruition, the Gaiters had reached the moment they had been dreaming of and preparing for all season. The only thing standing between them and being U-Sports women’s hockey national champions was the University of Waterloo Warriors. The first period saw neither team score, as both teams waited for the other to make a mistake they could capitalize off of. It wouldn’t be
until halfway through the second that the game would see its first goal as Gaiters captain Gabrielle Santerre found the back of the net once again. This would remain the lone goal until Gabrielle Rousseau boosted the B.U lead to two goals off an assist from Santerre late in the third period. An empty netter from Maude Pepin giving Santerre an assist again and her third point of the game would officially seal a Bishop’s U-Sports nation title! Gabrielle Santerre would be crowned MVP of the national championship and BU would attain their first national title in program history.
A huge congratulations goes out to the women and coaching staff who put in tremendous work all year which finally culminated in Bishops being champions. Go Gaiters!
BU Ultimate at Mars Attaque 2025
By Daniel Lee - Contributor
The Bishops Ultimate Frisbee Club Team recently participated in the prestigious Mars Attaque tournament, held on March 8-9, 2025. This event, marking its 23rd year, is renowned as the largest indoor Ultimate tournament in Quebec for 2025. The competition took place across three venues in and around Quebec City: Complexe de soccer Chauveau, Stade Leclerc, and Stade Telus. The tournament’s grand scale was evident in its divisional structure, featuring Regional, Competitive, and Elite divisions, attracting teams from all over to compete.
The Bishop’s team competed in the Regional division, which boasted an impressive 52 teams. As newcomers, they were seeded 44th but demonstrated remarkable improvement throughout the weekend, finishing with a commendable 4-2 record and moving up to 37th seed. This achievement is a testament to the team’s resilience and
determination. The tournament format was unique, with each team playing three games per day in a 4v4 setup (2 women, 2 men matching) on a 18m wide and 30m long with 3m end zones field. This format allowed for fast-paced and dynamic gameplay, emphasizing teamwork and strategy. Bishops’ journey began on Saturday at Stade Leclerc, where they faced a strong opponent, Instictifs, resulting in an 18-6 loss. However, the team showed remarkable resilience by bouncing back to win their next two games: a nail-biting 13-12 victory against Les Taking Back Sunday and an intense 17-16 win over Give me a Break. Both games were fought hard and intense until the last point, showcasing the team’s ability to adapt and overcome adversity.
Sunday’s games took place at Stade Telus, following a similar pattern. After a tough loss to Les Goats, the team rallied to secure two more victories: a commanding 16-10 win against Nincha and a decisive 14-7 triumph over Les Discperser to conclude the
weekend. These wins not only highlighted the team’s growth but also demonstrated their capacity to learn from setbacks and apply those lessons to future games. The Mars Attaque tournament provided the Bishops Ultimate Frisbee Club Team with a valuable opportunity to compete against strong opponents and gain invaluable experience. Their ability to persevere through adversity and secure wins after initial setbacks demonstrates the team’s potential for future competitions. The experience gained from this tournament will undoubtedly shape the team’s strategy and performance in upcoming events, as they continue to grow and improve.
In conclusion, the Bishops team’s participation in the Mars Attaque tournament was a resounding success, marked by resilience, teamwork, and a determination to improve. As they look forward to future competitions, the lessons learned and the bonds formed during this event will undoubtedly play a crucial role in their future.
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Gettin Jiggy in Jacksonville: BU Club Hockey
By Reece Bastien - Contributor
After a dominating regular season and finishing 2nd in the national rankings, the Bishop’s University club hockey team shifted its focus to the AAU national championship in Jacksonville, Florida. The team flew from Montréal-Trudeau International Airport early Monday morning on March 17th, and landed in Orlando, Florida before driving a couple hours north to Jacksonville. After narrowly missing out on the quarter-finals last year, the team was ready to prove themselves on the national stage. Out of the 20 teams invited to the national championship, 8 teams move on to the quarterfinals. These 8 teams are the 5 teams that won their pool, and the next 3 best teams.
This year’s tournament took place at the Community First Igloo Rink. Bishop’s was set to face off against the Florida Atlantic University Owls, Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buccaneers, and Suny Brockport Golden Eagles. The first game took place on Tuesday, March 18 against the #20 ranked FAU Owls. Though the team was initially supposed to play against Georgia Institute of Technology Yellow Jackets, a late tournament forfeit from the University of Richmond reshaped the pools and gave Bishop’s a new and exciting opponent to play.
Ready for the 8pm puck drop, the Bishop’s team came out strong and were quickly rewarded with a beautiful goal from Frédéric Grenon, set up by Nico Deichmann and Alex Budd at 11:52 in the first period. The team further extended their 1-0 lead in the second period, with Marc Lagacé quickly scoring on an assist by Fred Nicolas and Cody Morton. Later in the period, rookie defenseman Nathan Gagnon made it a 3-0 game after redirecting a shot from the point by Lucas Thorne. Joseph Aubert also picked up an apple on the play. The guys took the 3-0 lead into the third period. After FAU closed the gap and made it 3-1, Ryan Gudernatsch potted one assisted by Jack Mcgowan to make it a 4-1 game. This would end up being the final score. Antimmes Leudiere stopped 15 of the 16 shots he faced
while the Bishop’s team peppered the opposing goalie, officially recording 41 shots on net. In the win, Jack Mcgowan was given the player of the game, finishing the game with an assist and many bone-crushing hits.
The second game of the tournament took place against
Gudernatsch, and Fred Nicolas (PP goal) would score the final three goals for the team. Alex Budd, Harris Ruttan, Fred Grenon, Marc Lagacé, Joseph Aubert, and Cody Morton would all be credited with assists on the goals. Similar to the first game, the Bishop’s team peppered the opposing goaltender with an astounding 65 shots.
the division rivals in the #12 Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Bishop’s has already played MMA 3 times this season where the games ended 7-0, 6-1, and 7-2 all in favour of your Bishop’s University team. Coming off of a crushing overtime loss at the hands of Suny Brockport, MMA was looking for its first win of the tournament. Nico Deichmann and Joseph Aubert set up Fred Grenon on a beautiful passing play and quickly silenced the opposing bench with a goal 3:32 into the first. Jack Mcgowan scored with a cannon from the point later in the first period to double the lead going into the second period. Fred Nicolas opened the score in the second period with a power-play goal assisted by Joseph Aubert and Marc Lagacé. After a late goal from MMA, the Bishop’s team took a 3-1 lead to the third period. Will Côté opened the score in the third with an unassisted short-side snipe off the rush 1:53 minutes into the third period. The team did not stop there as they would go on to score three more goals to come out with an impressive 7-1 victory. Fred Grenon, Ryan
Jack Macfarland had himself a game stopping 27 of the 28 shots he faced. This time it was Fred Grenon’s turn to get the player of the game with his impressive 2 goal and 3 point night which helped the team secure the win.
The #2 ranked Bishop’s takes on the #9 ranked Suny Brockport Golden Eagles. This was an important game for both teams as both teams entered the game with a record of two wins and zero losses. Whoever wins the game will be the team to move on to the quarter-final round. Suny Brockport were the first to get on the board coming out of the first period with a 3-0 lead. Eager to change the narrative, the Bishop’s University team came out flying at the start of the second period. Two minutes and 15 seconds into the second period, Suny Brockport goaltender took a 5 minute major penalty for spearing and got kicked out of the game, forcing the Golden Eagles to send in their other goalie. To make matters worse for them, Suny Brockport would take two more penalties within a minute, including a 5
minute major. Taking advantage of the Golden Eagles’ lack of discipline, Fred Nicolas scores an unassisted goal on the powerplay to make it a two goal game. Still on the same power-play, Alex Budd, Cody Morton and Fred Grenon would score three more goals to make it a 4-3 hockey game for the Bishop’s team. Jack Knox and Ryan Gudernatsch add to the tally and make it a 6-3 game. After a goal from the Golden Eagles to bring the game back into their reach, Bishop’s University’s Alex Budd completes the hattrick, scoring twice to make it a 8-4 game. In the dying seconds of the period, Marc Lagacé found the back of the net to close off the chaotic period which saw the Bishop’s team completely flip the script and score an unbelievable 9 goals. Heading into the third period full of confidence, all that was left was for the Bishop’s team to put the game away. After getting into some penalty trouble and giving up two goals, Sandro Lapierta called game and scored a power-play goal to give Bishop’s a 10-6 lead. Antimmes Leudiere stopped 24/30 shots to help secure the win for the team. All 10 of Bishop’s goals were scored on the man advantage. The win secured a spot in the quarter-finals for the Canadian team where they would face off against the #7 ranked team in Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders, who are coming off an upset win against the #4 team Anna Maria College Amcats.
The quarter-final matchup took place between the #2 ranked Bishop’s University and the #7 Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders. Although the Bishop’s team came out strong, it was the Blue Raiders who got on the board first with a late period goal from the point. The second period was all Middle Tennessee as they would score 4 unanswered goals, one being on the power-play. Fred Nicolas and Cody Morton would each score a goal in the third period to make it a 5-2 game. Though the Bishop’s team made a late game push to try and even the score, it wasn’t enough to move on to the semi-finals of the national championship in Jacksonville.
Though the outcome of the tournament was not what the team was expecting, the 2024/2025 season saw the team make tremendous progress for a second year in a row. Stay tuned for more BU Club Hockey in the future!
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Simply Noir: Amplifying Voices, Building Community at Bishop’s University
By Katy Stoneburner - Features Editor
For students at Bishop’s University, engaging in meaningful conversations about identity, culture, and systemic change is essential to fostering an inclusive and progressive campus. The Simply Noir symposium, which took place March 19-20, 2025, was more than just a two-day event—it served as a platform for amplifying Black and Afro heritage, leadership, and scholarship while offering a space for deep reflection and connection.
At a time when discussions about race, community, and justice are at the forefront of societal discourse, Simply Noir brought together scholars, professionals, and artists to engage in dialogue that is both urgent and transformative. From panels on ethical allyship to workshops on movement and leadership, the event encouraged students to rethink how they engage with intersectionality, representation, and activism.
Bridging Global Perspectives to Local Conversations
One of the highlights of the symposium was a discussion led by Bishop’s alumna Aïssata Sako, an Ivorian national and strategist in epidemiological research. Sako’s work is shaped by her experiences across multiple cultures, and at Simply Noir, she explored the intersections of colour, culture, community, and class.
For many students, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, navigating university life means reconciling multiple identities. Sako’s session provided a vital opportunity to reflect on the plurality of human experiences—both in academia
and beyond. How do we embrace cultural fluidity? How does identity shape professional aspirations and personal growth? These are questions that Bishop’s students, as future leaders, must consider as they move into a world that demands cultural literacy and inclusivity.
Centering the Work of Diversity
Another key voice at Simply Noir was Allison Saunders, a Bishop’s alumna and a dedicated advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the education sector and her local community. She has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing the Equity, Diversity, Dignity, and Inclusion (EDDI) Policy that was adopted into the Lester B. Pearson School Board in September 2024.
At Simply Noir, Saunders presented Unapologetically Me: How I Claimed My Black Girl Magic, a deeply personal reflection on her journey as a Black woman navigating education, professional spaces, and personal growth. She discussed the allocation of resources and funding in Quebec school systems and how to integrate DEI into education holistically, rather than confining it to a specific person or separate committee. Saunders emphasized the importance of establishing a cohesive vocabulary for DEI, ensuring that conversations about equity move forward with a shared understanding of key terms.
She also spoke about being intentional with time investment in discussions and debates, advising that individuals should assess whether a conversation will truly value their input before engaging. To illustrate this, she shared a closing story about RuPaul, who carries a picture of
himself as a seven-year-old in his wallet and asks, “What does seven-year-old RuPaul want?” when faced with difficult decisions. Saunders applies this philosophy to her own life, using her guiding principles to navigate challenges, affirming that she belongs in these spaces not just because she is Black, but because she is qualified and capable.
Why This Matters Now
Globally, conversations about representation, systemic barriers, and racial justice continue to evolve. In Canada, debates on diversity in education, workplace equity, and the ongoing fight against racial discrimination remain critical issues. Simply Noir is not just about theory; it’s about actionable change, helping students and faculty alike understand their roles in shaping equitable spaces.
Beyond the university setting, students who engage with these discussions will carry forward what they’ve learned into workplaces, activism, and communitybuilding initiatives. Whether pursuing careers in education, business, healthcare, or the arts, Simply Noir challenged attendees to rethink their approach to equity and leadership.
The Power of Reflection and Engagement
With panels featuring esteemed speakers like Dr. W. Andy Knight, Jasmine Lew, and Dr. Maroro Zinyemba, the symposium covered a breadth of topics— from storytelling and heritage to grassroots resistance and holistic wellbeing. The inclusion of interactive sessions, such as the Montreal Steppers’ performance workshop, further reinforced the event’s commitment
to engaging education beyond the lecture hall.
For Bishop’s students, Simply Noir was more than an event—it’s a call to action. It’s a reminder that learning extends beyond textbooks and that true education comes from engaging with the world in all its complexities. Attending these discussions is not just about gaining knowledge; it’s about fostering understanding, empathy, and the confidence to advocate for a more just society.
Reflecting on the event, one thing is clear: Simply Noir is a step forward in creating meaningful spaces where all students feel seen, heard, and empowered. In an academic landscape that is continually evolving, Bishop’s University has an opportunity to be at the forefront of inclusive and transformative learning.
Exploring Research in the Arts: Insights from Research Week at Bishop’s
University
By Josef Spence - Contributor
Research Week at Bishop’s University, held from March 17 to 22, showcased a diverse range of academic and creative inquiries across disciplines. While research is often associated with the sciences, this year’s event highlighted the integral role of research in the humanities and the arts. Among the standout presentations were those by documentary-filmmaker Lysandre Leduc-Boudreau and actor Marc-Antoine Kelertas, who offered compelling insights into how research shapes their work in film and theatre.
Research in Documentary Filmmaking
Leduc-Boudreau, an experienced documentary creator, has worked on a wide range of projects—from independent films to corporate productions. Throughout her presentation, she stressed the extensive research efforts in which she had participated throughout her career, noting that research could take different shapes depending on the project and the role
that she exercised in it. Leduc-Boudreau described how before any documentary is filmed, a research package must be composed with extensive background information on the topic, including possible locations and participants. She described this as research in which one must become very invested, especially when interacting with possible participants.
This process, she explained, is not just about gathering data but about fully immersing oneself in the subject matter. This requires a careful balance of investigative rigor and ethical responsibility, ensuring that stories are told with accuracy and sensitivity. Her discussion challenged the misconception that research is solely an academic pursuit, illustrating how it plays a critical role in storytelling and media production.
Theatre as a Reflection of Life and Research
Kelertas, an accomplished stage and film actor, provided a unique perspective on research in the performing arts. He pointed to the importance of studying the
meaning behind films and plays, while also stressing the importance of doing a habitual examination of the sensations and emotions of a variety of people and characters in order to better fill roles. He noted that “theatre is an interesting thing because it is a mirror of life … You’re trying to get down to the human condition and show it, bring it to an audience so they can see it for themselves: what we are and what we do as human beings. So life is research in that sense”.
Kelertas’ approach highlights how actors must conduct in-depth examinations of different personalities, historical contexts, and emotional landscapes to create authentic performances. He underscored that every role requires its own form of research, whether through script analysis, studying real-life figures, or drawing from personal experiences.
Broadening the Definition of Research
The insights shared by LeducBoudreau and Kelertas reaffirmed that research is not confined to laboratories or
academic papers—it extends into every field, including the arts. Their experiences demonstrated that research in creative disciplines is often deeply personal and dynamic, evolving through interaction, exploration, and interpretation.
Research Week at Bishop’s University successfully challenged conventional notions of research, encouraging students and faculty to recognize the value of inquiry in all disciplines. Whether through film, theatre, or other creative fields, research remains an essential tool for understanding and representing the world around us.
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Reflections from SXSW EDU: What the Future of Education Means for Bishop’s Students and Educators
By Katy Stoneburner - Features Section Editor
Attending SXSW EDU was an experience that reinforced and reshaped my understanding of the future of education. As someone who started my career as an educator in the U.S. and is now pursuing graduate studies at Bishop’s, I found myself constantly reflecting on how the conversations at this event apply not only to the current state of education but also to the road ahead—both for students and for those who teach them.
The Changing Landscape of Education
One of the most striking themes that emerged from SXSW EDU was the need for adaptability in education. The world students are preparing for is changing at an unprecedented pace, and traditional classroom structures are struggling to keep up. Sessions like “Students and Curriculum Development” highlighted the importance of designing education around curiosity, problem-solving, and real-world applications rather than just graduation requirements.
This focus on student-driven learning resonated deeply with me. Coming from the U.S. education system, where standardized testing often dictates curriculum priorities, I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it can be to cultivate meaningful engagement in students. Now, in my studies as a graduate student, I can reflect on how these ideas translate into teacher education and curriculum development at the university level. How do we prepare future educators to embrace flexibility, curiosity, and innovation in their own teaching?
The Role of Technology in Learning
Discussions about AI and media literacy were unavoidable at SXSW EDU, and for good reason. Turnitin’s
workshop “How much is too much AI” cited an ITHAKA survey stating that 64 per cent of students express concern over AI in education and 59 per cent worried about its impact on critical thinking (Ruediger et al., 2024). The conversation is no longer about whether AI will play a role in education, but how it should be integrated responsibly.
The session on “Empowering Media Literacy through Games” stood out to me as an exciting example of how technology can be used to engage students in meaningful ways. Using interactive experiences to teach civics, history, and news literacy aligns with the principles of active learning— an approach that I believe should be more deeply embedded into university education as well. The challenge for educators is not just teaching students how to navigate the digital world but ensuring that they become critical consumers and creators of information.
Addressing Free Speech and Difficult Conversations
Another crucial conversation at SXSW EDU revolved around free speech and the challenges of fostering open dialogue in an increasingly polarized world. The tension between giving space for difficult discussions and concerns over “deplatforming” is something that educators must grapple with, from elementary to postsecondary education.
This discussion made me think about how these same issues play out in the university setting. The School of Education explores the importance of inclusive pedagogy and creating classrooms where students feel heard while also engaging with diverse perspectives. How do we create environments where productive struggle—intellectual challenge without emotional harm—is not just encouraged but expected?
The Future of Education and Teacher Preparation
One of the most valuable takeaways from SXSW EDU was the reminder that education is more than just the transfer of knowledge; it is
about preparing students to navigate an increasingly complex world. From discussions on “Revolutionizing Media and Education” to the role of libraries in accessibility and inclusion, the sessions reinforced the idea that education should not be confined to the classroom.
For those of us in the School of Education, this raises critical questions: How do we train teachers to move beyond traditional instructional models? How do we ensure that future educators are not just prepared to teach content but also to foster curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning in their students?
SXSW EDU left me inspired but also acutely aware of the challenges that lie ahead. As I continue my studies, I find myself thinking about how these insights can be applied to university-level education—both in how we train future teachers and in how we design learning experiences that prepare students for the world beyond academia. The future of education is being shaped now, and it is up to us—educators, students, and policymakers—to ensure that it is one that truly serves the next generation.
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Competitively Dancing the Night Away
By Kate Vandermeulen - Director of Communications and Marketing
In the last few days of reading week, while many Gaiters were home relaxing or soaking up the sun on vacation, the members of the Bishop’s University Competitive Dance Team were hopping on an early morning bus to compete at Terpsichore University Dance Challenge in Guelph, Ontario.
The event took place at the River Run Centre, a beautiful venue ready for a weekend packed full of dance. The Bishop’s team was in great company, competing against teams from McMaster University, University of Toronto, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Queen’s University, to name a few. The team of 26 dancers competed eight dances in a wide range of styles, which they have been practicing tirelessly since early September.
The ballet number ‘Whiplash’, choreographed by Abby Epstein, ranked ‘High Superior’ with a score of 93.71. Bridget Cloetta’s small group contemporary, ‘Way Down We Go’ and lyrical, ‘13 Beaches’, both ranked ‘High
Superior’ with scores of 93.19 and 93.73 respectively. ‘42nd Street’, a small group musical theatre number choreographed by Sonoma Brawley, ranked ‘High Superior’ with a score of 93.07. The team’s large group Jazz number, choreographed by Gabby Lalonde, ranked ‘Superior’ with a score of 92.83,
routine, ‘Drop’, ranked ‘High Superior’ with a score of 94.12. Lastly, the large group contemporary number, ‘Where There’s Smoke’, choreographed by Kate Vandermeulen, scored a 95.25 and ranked ‘Outstanding’.
Third year dancer, Sonoma Brawley,
and Lalonde’s small group tap number, ‘Canyon Moon’, ranked ‘High Superior’ with a 93.74. With choreography by Kyddo, the team’s large group hip hop
said that “travelling to competition with the Dance Team was an incredible experience that brought us together to celebrate the hard work we’ve invested
this year.” Gabe Pelletier, who is dancing on the team for the first time this year, commented on the competition’s atmosphere: “It was amazing to experience a dance competition in a university setting.” Brawley shared this sentiment: “It was so much fun to perform and cheer on my teammates and be in a community of university dancers!”
Overall, the team is delighted with their standings at competition, and the choreographers could not be more proud of the hard work their dancers have put in. Between the lengthy bus ride, the long hours spent at the competition, and the late nights in the hotel, the dancers are leaving with more than scores: they’ve gained performance experience, a sense of pride in their accomplishments and memories that will last them a lifetime.
Want to catch the dancers in action? The Competitive, Pom, and Club teams will all be performing in their annual showcase A Movement in Time on April 4th at 7pm in Centennial Theatre.
Kate Vandermeulen is the Senior Coordinator of BU Dance
“Trying to define yourself is like trying to bite your own teeth,”
By Eva Rachert - Contributor
Said Alan Watts. Nevertheless, here we are to talk about the latest edition of The Mitre - Bark & Bite. The Mitre is Canada’s oldest student-run creative journal, and an institution within Bishop’s University, where it has been published since its first edition in 1893. The 2024-2025 Mitre is the 132nd annual edition, platforming visual art, poetry, and short fiction from Bishop’s students and staff alongside Sherbrooke community members. Working on The Mitre as a co-editor was an experience that provided me with greater insight into the fine arts and creative writing communities in Lennoxville. We received written contributions from members of Wit & Whimsy poetry club and the Creative Writing Club, and visual submissions from fine art final portfolios — equally, however, we received pieces from students across the science and business departments.
My co-editor and I decided on Bark & Bite as the theme for this edition of The Mitre. With this theme, we hoped to spark a conversation within the publication about the delineation between humanity and animal nature. We also wanted to recognize the ecosystems in which
we live, centering the text within a larger environment. Bark & Bite was intended to serve as an introduction to a discussion of action and consequence, acknowledging the complexities of passivity in the face of conflict and of
acting through impulse. Contributors were not expected to engage with the theme to direct their creation, but nonetheless we found the questions of Bark & Bite worked effectively as a throughline in the pieces we received.
The Mitre: Bark & Bite will be available in the coming weeks at Doolittle’s Co-op. There will be a launch party in Cleghorn Hall on Monday, April 7. The launch will be run in conjunction with the annual English Department party. The launch is open to all and will be a celebration of the tradition of art and writing at Bishop’s.
Students, staff, and community members who want to explore their creative capacities in writing and visual art are encouraged to submit to future editions of The Mitre. Additionally, students who are interested in promoting and engaging with the arts community at Bishop’s and in Lennoxville may want to consider applying for a co-editing position with The Mitre for the 20252026 year. The position is useful and informative for anyone who is curious about the technicalities of working in publishing, connecting with the Anglophone writing tradition in Quebec, or developing and supporting student engagement on the Bishop’s campus. I consider myself incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to work on this storied publication, and hope that other students in future years are able to take advantage of this same position.
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Le Petit Prince in review
By Lucie Casinghino - Contributor
The Bishop’s University Drama Department staged their production of Le Petit Prince last week from March 13 to the 16 in Centennial Theater. This play was an adaptation of Saint-Exupéry’s children’s book Le Petit Prince which was placed within a larger narrative taken from Saint-Exupéry memoir Terre des Hommes. The work of adapting the books was done by the director of the play and Bishop’s artist-in-residence Manolis Antoniou.
In his memoir Saint-Exupéry recounts the eight days he spent marooned in the desert along with his co-pilot Andre Prevot. That incident provided the central framework for the play, which uses those eight days to introduce moments from the book Le Petit Prince into the
world of the play. As Saint-Exupéry and Prevot tried to stay alive, the world of the play felt in flux, teetering on the edge between life and death, reality and illusion, fiction and historical fact. Add David Bowie into the mix, and what came out was a cosmic journey into friendship, love, and death.
The actors in Petit Prince didn’t have set roles. Rachel Matthews, one of the actors, explained that the goal was a collective narration process. As she put it, “We’re carrying the stories.” Frequently during the play one actor would start a monologue, and then another actor would carry on where the other left off. This melding of voices meant that the script’s narrative fluidity was reflected in the on-stage acting.
A key aspect of Petit Prince was the focus on language. The actors spoke in English,
French, and Spanish, and two screens above the stage projected the actors’ dialogue, with the text in English on the screen to the right and the text in French on the screen to the left. This production moved beyond language barriers to create a dynamic linguistic experience. The incorporation of different languages and core texts helped Petit Prince to weave together a fantastical exploration of life and its precarity. The actors embodied different characters, different worlds, and different languages in order to capture a sense of wonder and transformative adventure.
Bishop’s University Drama Department productions bring people together to support the arts. Through these plays, the Bishop’s community can enjoy the plays and celebrate the hard work that the drama department puts into their productions. At Bishop’s, drama
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CFA Montréal to host Discovery Day in Finance for students eyeing the industry
By Joseph AubertEconomics & Business Editor
Bishop’s students considering a career in finance will have the opportunity to connect with some of the industry’s players on March 27, when CFA Montréal hosts its annual Discovery Day in Finance at the Palais des congrès.
The bilingual event, aimed at university students and recent graduates across Quebec, offers a full day of networking, learning and career exploration in the heart of Montreal’s financial district. For those looking to better understand the inner workings of the finance industry, and what roles may suit their interests and skills, Discovery Day is designed to be a meaningful first step.
Participants will be welcomed into a professional setting where they can interact directly with representatives from major firms in banking, asset management, investment consulting and financial
services. A career fair-style layout will allow students to visit individual booths, ask questions and gain insight into company culture, internship opportunities and entry-level pathways.
The centrepiece of the day will be a conference and panel featuring professionals from across the finance industry. Though the full lineup of speakers has not yet been announced, past editions have included CFA charterholders and industry veterans who share their experiences and advice on entering a competitive and rapidly evolving field. Topics typically range from portfolio management and ESG investing to private equity and FinTech disruption.
For students at a smaller university like Bishop’s, the event offers a rare chance to engage directly with Montreal’s finance ecosystem, which includes major institutional investors such as the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, large private firms like Fiera Capital, and banks
including National Bank and Desjardins. Exposure to these institutions can help students understand how financial theory translates into real-world decisionmaking and strategy.
In addition to learning about different roles in finance, attendees will gain insight into the CFA designation itself. The Chartered Financial Analyst credential, known for its rigour and global recognition, remains a sought-after qualification for professionals in investmentrelated roles. CFA Montréal will be present to answer questions about the program’s structure, requirements and long-term benefits.
Networking opportunities are embedded throughout the day, and students are encouraged to come prepared with questions and résumés. A limited number of lunch tables will also be hosted by finance professionals, offering a more intimate setting for one-on-one conversations. Though spots for the lunch are first come,
first served, the event remains free to attend for students.
For those unsure of their specific career interests, Discovery Day is also a space to explore the broad scope of the financial world. Whether your interests lie in risk analysis, sustainable investing, corporate finance or emerging technologies, the event provides a platform to discover the range of possibilities that exist within the industry.
Bishop’s students interested in attending must register in advance through the CFA Montréal website. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with all activities taking place at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.
With graduation approaching for many and summer internships on the horizon, Discovery Day offers a well-timed opportunity to make connections, gather information and gain confidence in navigating the next steps toward a finance career.
Joseph Aubert, Economics & Business Editor » thecampus.businesseditor@gmail.com
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