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Volume 19 Issue 11

February 4, 2009

velo viXen biKers All the riGht bitts tAttoo troubles


Don’t even try cutting these chicks off Your Valentine’s date won’t approve Can’t get a job and you’re totally
the road; they might just get up in of strippers for entertainment, so go qualified? It could be all that ink that
Camosun’s Student Voice your grill with a dance. for some burlesque instead. you’re trying to hide.
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Rosy cheeks and fists of fury

Editorial
Nexus
tessA CoGmAn Day before and I know how horrible
StaFF Writer it can be. Seeing happy couples
Sweet, choco- everywhere, or watching your best
late-y goodness, friend get more cards than you, can
Next publication date: Feb. 18, 2009 many shades of red, make Feb. 14 feel like more of a
and giant bouquets of flowers popularity contest than a holiday.
Deadline: noon Feb. 11, 2009
are just around the corner, wait- You look out the window before
Address: 3100 Foul Bay Rd., Victoria, BC, ing to pounce on the single and you leave the house, just in case
V8P 5J2 depressed. there’s someone waiting to point
Location: Lansdowne Richmond House 201 and laugh at you. One year I even
Phone: 250-370-3591 carried a thumbtack around with
Email: nexus@nexusnewspaper.com One year i even carried me so I could pop any “Will you be
my Valentine?” balloons.
Website: www.nexusnewspaper.com
a thumbtack around But can we just stop burning
Publisher: Nexus Publishing Society
with me so i could pop pictures of our exes and move on
with our lives? Valentine’s Day
NE XUS PUBLISHIN G S O C I E T Y any “Will you be my doesn’t need to be about the girl-
ST U D E N T B OA R D M E M B E R S
Kyla Ferns
Valentine?” balloons. friend and boyfriend, the girlfriend
and girlfriend, the boyfriend and
Kelly Marion
boyfriend, or even the love-triangle DraWiNG: SHaNe SCOtt-traViS
Andrea Moir
It happens every year; your best type. Anyone and everyone can check on presents; a few lines of text singles with torches and axes.
Jason Motz
friend is down and out because he enjoy Valentine’s Day. and a dash of pink can say it all. The more people there are com-
Chris Pal
Miriam Putters
or she thinks there’s no one to love, Don’t have a love in your life? Most of us work far too hard, plaining about Hallmark holidays,
and our society attacks broken Send out cards to friends, parents, and we should use every excuse to the more people there are feeling
M A N AG I N G E D I TO R
hearts by bombarding them with or siblings! Don’t want to spend celebrate something in our lives. guilty for enjoying them.
Jason Schreurs
cupid images. money on cards? Then make them Whether it’s staying home with a Just keep in mind that every-
L AYO U T E D I TO R
Singles form into groups and like you did in second grade and use friend and watching romantic com- one, at some point, has felt bitter
Laila Brown
make pacts to stomp on every bou- those sparkles that are harder to get edies, or going out for a romantic towards Valentine’s Day, but next
ST U D E N T E D I TO R quet and avoid every couple in rid of than the herpes. dinner with your special someone, year’s could be really sweet. Then
Tessa Cogman sight. It’s not like it’s Christmas and Valentine’s Day should be about you can be a hypocrite like everyone
CO P Y E D I TO R I’ve been single on Valentine’s you have to spend your entire pay- appreciation, not an angry mob of else!
Alan Piffer
E D I TO R I A L A S S I STA NT
Open Space accepts submissions from Camosun students. Submissions to Open Space should be
Open Space
Kait Cavers
400 words or less. responses to previous articles in Nexus should be 250 words or less.
STA F F W R I T E R S
e-mail submissions to nexus@nexusnewspaper.com and include your name and student number.
Guy Alaimo
Brendan Kergin
Jason Motz
STA F F P H OTO G R A P H E R
Courtney Broughton
Print journalism just too legit to quit
A DV E RT I S I N G S A LE S brendAn KerGin ads from. Companies once willing pulp-based publication. We write, heard at the conference is a little
Breanna Carey StaFF Writer to spend a few hundred dollars for design, and distribute something disconcerting. Of course, all student
Jason Schreurs At a recent Canadian University a one-day ad in a daily paper are newspapers are in a similar situa-
250-370-3593 Press conference, the final keynote now looking towards websites tion. While some are doing some
Campus Plus NATIONAL speaker, Jesse Brown, asked 300 with timed ad space and targeted blogging, podcasting, and video
1-800-265-5372 smiling delegates, “Are you insane?” demographics. We write, design, and uploading, it’s interesting to see
D I ST R I B U T I O N at the beginning of his speech. Once If that wasn’t bad enough, sub- everyone still appreciating the ink
Adrian Binakaj done, he answered his own ques- scriptions are down for everyone
distribute something version of student publications.
Ashley Moore tion, saying, yes, we’re all insane from your local newspaper to gi- we enjoy making and We’re at least part of the future
CO N T R I B U TO R S : for getting into this business. gantic multi-national magazines. of journalism and, for the most
Guy Alaimo
Writing for newspapers and With both avenues for income
hope it goes on to part, print is our choice. It’s like
Olivia Bertrand
Adrian Binakaj
magazines is just not a growing being slashed, corporations are bigger and better vinyl and blacksmithing. We don’t
sector for employment. cutting the paper and magazine things, like informing really need to collect records or
Courtney Broughton
Print journalism is taking a budgets, focusing money on more ride horse-drawn carriages around
Breanna Carey
Kait Cavers
massive hit from online bloggers, web-friendly mediums. students, entertaining town, but isn’t it somewhat cooler
Alisha Charmley cell phone videos, and anybody Hundreds of jobs are being our readers, and, to do so?
Tessa Cogman else with a modem and keyboard. deleted. This creates a vacuum Here’s the crux—media and
Zan Comerford This is a serious issue for anyone where good investigative journal- when all is said and journalism is changing; there’s
Maelina de Grasse interested in the ink-on-paper style ism once was. done, lining Fluffy’s nothing we can do about that. But
Samantha Doney of knowledge transfer. Many once-respected news- we still have a choice. Plenty of
Michael Duncan While books seem relatively papers are becoming rags for the cage. people are willing to go out and
Brendan Kergin safe, since trying to read a 500-page regurgitation of massive, agency- report on vital issues.
Donald Kennedy opus on a Dell is certifiably insane, written stories that run on dozens Don’t let a centralized media
Keltie Larter newspapers and magazines are of websites and other papers. If you we enjoy making and hope it goes gain complete control of infor-
Will Maartman fighting to stay financially viable. go through the Times Colonist, how on to bigger and better things, like mation. Look for other sources,
Kelly Marion With the recession, advertising many stories are from Reuters and informing students, entertaining and don’t forget that independent
Chloe Markgraf sales are down for everyone, every- the Associated Press? our readers, and, when all is said press provides the journalistic
Jason Motz where. Print is generally the first All of this makes us over at and done, lining Fluffy’s cage. freedom corporate machines will
Shane Scott-Travis place companies are going to pull Nexus a little unsure of our own So all this doom and gloom we never offer.
Jenna Sedmak
Rhea Smilowski
Hebron article Israeli state’s occupation and oppression of Palestine.
Ed Sum
help build
Letters

Joel Witherington All Jews are not Zionists, and for that matter all
Camden Wright our team informative but slightly Zionists are not Jews. Much of the political and fi-
misleading nancial support for a completely Zionist Israel comes
from fundamentalist Christians.
the views and opinions expressed herein are Thanks for the fine article on Hebron and They are diligently funding and working for the
those of the authors, not of the Nexus Publishing
Society. One copy of Nexus is available per issue,
Palestine in your Jan. 21 issue. It taught me biblically foretold return of the Jews to Israel, which
per person. Nexus is printed on a mixture a few things, but I would like to point out a will bring on Armageddon, which will bring J.C.
of 100 and 40 percent recycled paper. couple of errors.
Please recycle your copy. thanks! back, who will then convert or kill the Jews and send
On the front cover, the story headline describes these Christians to Heaven . . . honest, I couldn’t make
Editorial meetings nexus needs Hebron as “ . . . Israel’s divided city.” Hebron has been
Come out to our weekly Nexus editorial meetings, this stuff up if I tried.
where all Camosun students can get involved in student volunteers illegally ruled and controlled by Israel since 1967, but
their student newspaper. Meetings take place
Which, to my mind, makes these fundamentalist
every tuesday at 11:30 am in the Nexus office,
if you would like to write, take it’s not in Israel, it’s in Palestine. Christians Zionists who are also anti-Semitic and nuts
richmond House 201, Lansdowne. Call 370-3591 photos, or just want to help out Also, throughout the article, the word “Jews”
or e-mail nexus@nexusnewspaper.com for more with the newspaper, get in touch to boot.
information. with us asap! was used to describe the settlers in Hebron. I feel Sometimes it gets so confusing you need a program
Send a letter
that’s incorrect. to tell the players apart. But your informative article did
250.370.3591
Nexus prints letters that are 250 words or less These settlers are Zionists and, to be more specific, help to clear away some of the confusion.
nexus@nexusnewspaper.com
in response to previous stories. Nexus reserves
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they’re Political Zionists who are racist extremists. They
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nexus@nexusnewspaper.com NeWS 3
Economic crisis hits Camosun hard NEWS BRIEFS
by KAit CAvers
JAson motz Those in attendance were told approval in April,” says Lockie.
StaFF Writer the deficit was a result of under- For the moment, there should Unlucky number 13
Let’s just say a fair amount of funding, expansion, and the be no discernable change in oper- Well, it’s official. Canadian
bad news has been on the economic increasing cost of everything, es- ations on campus. Any future re- student debt has surpassed $13
front as of late. And Camosun Col- pecially operating costs. Salaries ductions will be made in a way so billion. the situation is now being
lege also has its share of bad news and benefits alone eat up 90 percent as to have a minimal impact on the referred to as a crisis. Since 2001,
to report. Camosun is predicting it of Camosun’s budget. student body. tuition fees have risen by more
will carry a deficit of $3.4 million Camosun College Faculty As- Also, Lockie makes it clear stu- than 100 percent in BC, which
for 2009/2010. Even without addi- sociation President Darryl Ainsley dents won’t see any increases in has resulted in the massive debt.
tional provincial government fund- the average student debt upon
says the faculty are “concerned” tuition to offset the deficit.
graduation is now in excess of
ing cutbacks, layoffs could occur at with the possibility of layoffs at the “Tuition is capped by the prov-
$27,000. the 13 billion in the red
the college as early as April. college, but won’t say more until incial government’s policy which
doesn’t even include provincial
he’s met with his membership. limits its increase to the rate of and private loan debt, such as
Until the government tables inflation as measured by Statistics lines of credit. in communities
its budget in February, the college Canada,” he says. across the province, events are
“the government is doesn’t know what to expect in Province-wide, every educa- being held by the Canadian
Peter Lockie: College in the red
failing the citizens of grant funding for 2009/2010, says tional institute has lost 2.6 percent Federation of Students (CFS) to
Lockie. The college does have a $2 mil- from its base budget. call on the provincial and federal
the province by not But he believes a shortfall is lion contingency fund allowing for “Our challenge is not unique and government to take action. the
funding post- inevitable. “The extent of the ex- smooth operations to continue, but is being experienced by virtually all CFS is composed of more than
penditure reduction and its impacts this will only last for the next six post-secondary institutions,” says 80 university and college student
secondary schools.” are still very much under develop- months. This is the timeframe for Lockie. unions across Canada and is
Jerry oettinG ment, and will be communicated in the college to find a way to make up Budget deficits are not entirely the country’s largest student
CaMOSUN’S CUPe UNiON due course once they are known,” for any lost funding. unheard of or new at Camosun. organization. Over 150,000 of its
says Lockie. According to Lockie, “We can’t The college’s operating budget members reside in BC.
Camosun College’s CUPE Lo- wait that long before starting our for 2008/2009 showed a deficit of
cal 2081 President Jerry Oetting budget development, so we must $2.48 million.
Un-bama
As part of the 2009/10 budget says the government has put the At the time, an action plan was the recently announced
plan based upon the best informa-
development process, a town hall college in a vulnerable position by drawn up to deal with the deficit. federal budget straight up
tion that we have.”
meeting was held at each Camosun ignores core funding and student
not providing funding numbers That means, for the time being, “We made a number of expendi-
debt, while focusing solely on $2
campus last week so teachers, sup- in a timely manner. Also, it has all department heads are being ture cuts, including eliminating
billion for campus infrastructure.
port staff, and heads of all depart- not taken the cost of inflation into asked how they can cut five percent three positions in administration
Unlike the proposed american
ments could hear directly from the account. out of their budget. in June,” says Lockie. stimulus plan, the budget
college’s Chief Financial Officer “The government is failing the “Administration is working Right now, it would appear doesn’t address debt or access
Peter Lockie about the causes of citizens of the province by not fund- hard on developing budget options those actions may not have been to post-secondary education. So
the deficit and what it means for ing post-secondary schools,” says that will ultimately be taken to the enough. how does our budget measure
faculty, staff, and students. Oetting. Camosun Board of Governors for (With files from Will Maartman) up to that of our neighbors to
the south? Obama’s proposed

Student bounced from CamFood meeting package includes a boost to


grants and nearly $500 million for
student jobs. With our huge debt
JAson motz Despite explaining he was only students who best express how they continually snowballing, we’re
StaFF Writer at the meeting to make recom- might contribute to CamFoodCom, in need of a little help! So where
One student’s crusade to affect mendations, Clement was shown according to Le Gros. is it? Mr. Harper, i’m speaking to
change in Camosun’s cafeteria has the door. Two students currently sit on the you!
met another obstacle. CamFoodCom—Christopher Gil-
On Jan. 23, Matteus Clem- lespie and Elizabeth Harvey, both Can you hear me now?
ent showed up to attend the latest board members of the Camosun Camosun College’s Visual
Camosun Food Committee (Cam- “[Clement] was told College Student Society. Other arts Department and african
FoodCom) meeting, but he was prior to the meeting members of the committee include awareness Committee plan to
promptly escorted out. Clement, a Le Gros and Donna Burger, food collect over 500 used cell phones
Lansdowne student, did not resist
that his agenda—to services director for Aramark at for an art display. On top of the
display being a sight to behold,
and left without incident. rid Camosun of Camosun.
it will also raise awareness about
Minutes after Clement arrived Clement claims Le Gros told
at the meeting, Kathryn Le Gros,
aramark—was him his removal from the Cam-
the use of the coltan mineral in
cell phones and the resource con-
Camosun’s Manager of Ancillary different than the FoodCom was because he had a flicts in the Democratic republic
Services and CamFoodCom chair- conflict of interest. But Le Gros
person, informed Clement he wasn’t
mandate of the denies this.
of Congo. if you and your friends
are done yapping, and want to
welcome. PHOtO: COUrtNeY BrOUGHtON committee.” “He was told prior to the meeting turn your trash into treasure,
“[Le Gros] asked me to step Matteus Clement: Shown the door that his agenda—to rid Camosun you can drop off your used cell
KAthryn le Gros
outside to talk,” says Clement. “She CaMOSUN COLLeGe of Aramark—was different than phones at the bookstores on
informed me that this was a closed ing for healthier meal options on the mandate of the committee,” both campuses before Feb. 20.
meeting and I was not invited.” campus, as well as transparency she says. For more info or to find out how
Clement made news last issue between the college and its business Clement says he wasn’t sur- to help, contact Francis Yee at
when Nexus reported on his anti- dealings with Aramark, the com- Application to the CamFood- prised by Jan. 23’s events. 250–370–3307.
Aramark Facebook group for pany now providing food services Com is open to any and all Camosun “So much for the ‘committee,’”
Camosun. He has been advocat- at Camosun. students. The committee votes in says Clement. Continued on page 4

What’s your most memorable Valentine’s Day experience?


By Tessa Cogman

stACey riChes iAin robertson lAurA lAbelle Andrew formosA melAnie CAwthrA mArK liGhtburn nieves sierrA
two years ago my i was dumped while Skydiving and bungee Blind date—coffee at i don’t have one. My ex-girlfriend gave i absolutely hate
boyfriend, who was holding a handbook of jumping naked, Starbucks, crazy punk me two gifts instead of Valentine’s Day. it’s
deathly ill at the time, Latin love phrases and followed by the Harbour kid drops acid in our one. the dumbest Hallmark
cooked me a huge Eternal Sunshine of the House restaurant, and drinks and we spend 12 holiday. People should
gourmet meal and we Spotless Mind. wine and dessert at hours trying to figure be more creative
listened to Lounge Cheesecake Café. out what happened and not give into
Against the Machine. and how to get to the consumerism.
nearest hospital.
 NEWS February 4, 2009

Vixens in love with their bikes NEWS BRIEFS


by Kait Cavers

Guy Alaimo
Staff Writer Intl. Dev. Week
They’re bizarre, they might be a by VIDEA
little kooky, but they definitely love It’s not a typo; it’s
their bikes. the Victoria International
The Velo Vixens, an all-female Development Education
dance troupe that perform dance Association. This year they’re
routines with their bikes geared hosting a series of events
towards the biking community, to celebrate International
have been together for two and a Development Week, running
half years. until Feb. 7. This week is
They first started performing devoted to highlighting the work
as a group in their living rooms as of Canada’s development com-
an excuse to have a good time, not munity and an opportunity to
realizing what their antics would increase awareness within com-
eventually fuel. munities across the country. The
events will include talks with
“Bikes play a prominent role in
author Linda Rogers, Michelle
our shows and they develop their
Mulder, and Peggy Herring as
own personalities,” says Zan Com-
well as an exhibition entitled
erford, a Camosun Creative Writing Photo: Courtney broughton
Through an African Lens. For
student who has been a Vixen since Zan Comerford is the only member of the local Velo Vixens bike troupe currently attending Camosun College.
more info, go to www.videa.ca or
early 2008. Bike love was most likely the “All of us, despite our differ- and a performance from themselves call 250–385–2333.
During their spare time the inspiration behind one of the Vixens ences, are pretty out there, ridiculous is on the schedule for the event.
group of seven or eight strong hang more recent staged events, a “Bike people,” says Comerford. The group will also be using Represent!
out at Recyclistas, a quaint, ram- Prom” where people would show After viewing a couple of the their Valentine’s Day party as a The Victoria Genealogical
shackled bike repair shop, sitting up to a dance with their bicycle as Vixens taped routines, the “out there” fundraising vehicle for their trip to Society presents author Mairuth
on the edge of the Island Highway their date. description rings true. One video clip Vancouver to attend Bikes Inside, a Sarsfield in celebration of Black
and nestled against the Galloping shows the group of women moving bike festival that celebrates biking History Month. Sarsfield’s
Goose Trail. around the pavement, somewhat culture in the dead of winter. presentation will focus on the
Recyclistas might be listed as a in unison, as they ground-thump, If all goes well, the Velo Vixens life and times of Sylvia Stark, a
bike shop, but it permeates a club- fist-pump, and bike-hump to the will make the trip to Vancouver and Black woman and early pioneer
house atmosphere, with regulars “You got a gang, but tune of Vanilla Ice’s 1990 smash hit, extend their bike love mantra onto whose family settled on Salt
Spring Island in the 19th century.
walking in and out while exchanging instead of violence, “Ice Ice Baby.” the mainland.
The novel takes place in a time
friendly chatter and making adjust- “I love performing and having a “It’s about loving the planet,
ments on their beloved bicycles. we use bikes . . . road posse,” says Comerford. “You got your fine ass, the community, and when the US had divested
California from the Republic of
It’s no surprise Recyclistas is bikes.” a gang, but instead of violence, we being healthy,” says Comerford.
Mexico, legally swindled BC out
where the Velo Vixens hold their use bikes . . . road bikes.” As for what the future holds for
zan Comerford of the Columbia River delta, and
weekly meetings and stage rehears- The Velo Vixens MySpace page the recurring cast of seven or eight
Velo Vixens began to negotiate with Russia
als. Due to their entertaining per- serves as a hub for all the group’s members, keeping it “simple and for Alaska. To hear more about
formances, the bicycle-dancing activity, including upcoming event on the same path of casual bike Stark and how Salt Spring was
troupe has become a fixture in the information and links to some of love,” according to Comerford, first settled and developed by
local biking community. their recorded performances. will help this creative group of intrepid Black families, head to
“We’re doing something silly, Comerford’s instant allegiance For Valentine’s Day, the Vixens bike lovers stay together for years the Gordon Head United Church
and not taking ourselves seriously,” with the bicycling beauties was a are planning a big event on Feb. 12, to come. on Feb. 12 at 7 pm. Admission is
says longtime Velo Vixen Trianne result of her friendship with many of at a location yet to be confirmed. For more information on the free, and you certainly can’t put
Tambay. “The main focus is around the group’s members, as well as the According to the group, bur- Velo Vixens, go to www.myspace. a price on this story.
bikes. We got a lotta bike love.” group’s reputation of being nutty. lesque performers, poetry readers, com/velovixens
Sinner’s delight
The Belfry Theatre presents

Two-day reading break angers students The Sinners’ Ball, a fundraising


event exploiting the after-life in
the best of ways. The evening
Jason Motz “I work that Friday and Sat- she says with exasperation. Thursday for those students,” says starts on Saturday, Feb. 7 at
Staff Writer urday. So I get Thursday,” she For many students, just catch- Ainsley. “Which is not a heck of a 7pm, with Cocktails in Purgatory,
2009 is barely underway, but an complains. ing up is the best result they can lot of a break, I’d have to agree.” before the guests are sent to
especially cold-for-Victoria winter Many Camosun students echo hope for out of reading break. But students aren’t unanimous Heaven or Hell. Throughout the
has likely magnified the winter Foort’s sentiments, agreeing two Darryl Ainsley, president of on the subject. Some are indifferent evening, there will be perform-
blues for some people. Fortun- days is simply not enough, especial- Camosun’s Faculty Association, to reading break, like Lansdowne ances in the Heaven and Hell
ately, there’s some relief coming. ly in light of the fact UVic students admits, as it stands, the current student Rob Bergsma, who isn’t rooms by R&B and jazz bands.
Camosun’s Reading Break is fast are entitled to a full week off. reading break doesn’t benefit all at all fazed by the duration of the The dancing takes place in Hell,
approaching! “Our Academic Schedule Policy students. break. How does he intend to spend while Heaven is reserved for
determines how we will structure our “It’s a fairly common practice for his reading break this semester? classy loungers, and will feature
the relaxing musical vibes of
terms/quarters and semesters,” people not to have class on Friday. “Not studying,” quips Bergsma.
piano extraordinaire, Louise
“It’s bullshit.” says Nicole Greengoe, registrar So the reading break amounts to Instead, he’s going camping.
Rose. Wild and crazy costumes
of student services at Camosun
are encouraged. Tickets are
Kenna Foort College. “Our policy allows for a
Camosun student maximum of two days for reading Reading break, take me away available at the Belfry Box Office
at 250–385–6815. For more info,
break.” go to www.belfry.bc.ca
In fact, reading break has never Zan Comerford The best hostels drop their prices, some
by nearly half. Reduced accommodation
Of course, as any seasoned been more than two days here at
Contributing Writer
Camosun College’s reading break may means even more greenbacks in your Literally Camosun
Camosun student knows with bitter the college. only equate to a four-day weekend, but pocket to run wild with. Beside the Point, Camosun’s
irony, our reading break is a mere Camosun has a policy placing sometimes that’s all we need for a quick And there are also cheaper restaurants and student literary journal, held a
two-day sabbatical. New students emphasis on the amount of time getaway! the one legal advantage the US holds over concert/reading night recently
might be shocked to learn their days instructors have to prep for their We’re fortunate on the west coast to have Canada—the happy hour. One-dollar pints at Solstice Café to celebrate
of having a weeklong spring break courses, as well as providing plenty some of the world’s hippest, most progres- of Budweiser from 2–4 pm? Yes please! the release of its third issue.
are over while they’re enrolled at of office hours outside of their sive cities at our fingertips. You could spend Maybe currency exchange isn’t really your This online journal features
Feb. 19–22 like any other long weekend, writing submissions from our
Camosun. regular instructing duties. thing and you’d rather hang out up here in
nursing a hangover at home. Or you could the Great White North!
This semester reading break “We want to ensure students talent pool of budding student
be nursing that same hangover somewhere
falls on Feb. 19–20, a Thursday and have enough classroom time with new and exciting! While there’s no place like home, some- authors. Created last year, the
Friday. Toss in the weekend, and their instructors,” says Greengoe. times getting off the rock for a weekend online journal has broadened
By pulling an all-nighter in Vancouver and can be just what the doctor ordered.
students have four days to catch For some students, reading its focus to include visual art,
catching the first train faster than you can
up on unread novels and textbooks, break simply boils down to prioritiz- say “choo, choo,” you can arrive in Portland, Vancouver! Yes, it takes too long to get and has also been featuring
seminar readings, missed labs, or Oregon before 2 pm. Return fare included, there on public transit, but where else can more and more works of original
ing among their courses. “I have to you see such a scale of both despairing
this little ticket to paradise only sets you poetry and fiction. Beside the
those assignments that somehow pick my battles,” says Foort, “What poverty and million-dollar penthouses?
back $92. Point’s group of editors is also
just never got completed. do I want to catch up in?”
If Portland doesn’t tickle your fancy, return Plus, reading break weekend in Vancouver planning an eventual print
“It’s bullshit,” says Camosun For her English class alone, offers T.Dot hip-hop, Orange County surf
fares to San Francisco and Seattle measure edition to accompany the online
student Kenna Foort, one of many Foort has to read Jane Eyre, another up in value, at $200 and $80 respectively. rock, New York’s best mashup, and the version. If you’re interested in
who feel the reading break is novel, and has a textbook to sift World Wheelchair Curling Championships. contributing that short story or
Once you’ve arrived in the cultural Mecca of
insufficient. through. Add 24-hour sushi to that list, and you may poem you’ve been developing,
your choice, you’re on easy street. Reading
This semester, the reading break “Even if I sit there and read one break falls smack-dab in the middle of a find yourself wondering, “Is this heaven? go to www.besidethepoint.net
doesn’t favour Foort at all. of the novels, I’d never catch up,” budget travelers dream—the off-season. Or just the best place on Earth?”
nexus@nexusnewspaper.com CaMPUS 5
College child centres care for kids
[then] become community mem-
bers,” says Stekelenburg. “They
might be finished at Camosun or
Time for tea
transferred to UVic, or another in- shAne sCott-trAvis
CONtriBUtiNG Writer
stitution in the Victoria area, but we

Speak
never kick anyone out. Our services every February tea-totallers from
are an integral part of many students’ far and wide descend upon Mile
Zero for the largest public tea

up!
exhibition in North america—the
“Our primary mandate Victoria tea Festival!
this highly anticipated event is
is to offer childcare for also Camosun’s Child Care Services
students of the (CCS) signature fundraiser, so stu-
dents can feel extra good as they
college.” sample and seek out many of the
lisA steKelenburG most flagrant and flavorsome teas
CaMOSUN COLLeGe the world has to offer.
CCS is teeming with anticipation
for the third annual event. Partner-
learning at Camosun.” ing up with Camosun’s Customer
Service Program, CCS has gone
The college’s child care centres
to great lengths to prepare and
support students from the Health
promote this fête, but they are still
PHOtO: COUrtNeY BrOUGHtON and Human Services and Early looking for students who would Did you read
Childcare Programs, supervising like to volunteer for the two-day something you didn’t
shAne sCott-trAvis says Lisa Stekelenburg, manager of practicum experiences and obser-
CONtriBUtiNG Writer CCS, “and our secondary mandate is vations. CCS has even helped busi-
event. like in Nexus?
the tea Festival, which expects
Being a parent is a full-time job. for staff and faculty’s children.” ness students learn how to run a
3,000 visitors this year, provides an it’s time to speak up!
Students who are parents might Childcare isn’t exclusive to non-profit.
have a mountain of worry working Camosun’s denizens, either. Mem-
occasion for vendors from across this is YOUr student
“Last year we had 110 students
against them. It’s bad enough having bers of the community are also able pass through our centres in a variety
North america to exhibit their teas newspaper—tell us
and tea-related products.
to leave a child for extended periods to benefit from these facilities. of different learning capacities,” what you want to
apart from all the plentiful tea
of time, but a concern is where “About 85–90 percent [of chil- says Stekelenburg.
tastings, expect to find numerous
see covered, or come
exactly to leave them? And with dren in the daycare] are student CCS facilitates full-time care write for us yourself.
whom? Quality childcare is top of and faculty,” says Stekelenburg, lectures and demonstrations, a si-
Monday through Friday from Sep-
lent auction, and a world of sugary
the pile in this tentative world. “10 to 15 percent are community tember to June. The Lansdowne
tea-foods, tea wares, and assorted
Send us a comment,
It’s a feather in our cap that members.” campus tends to toddlers and pre- tea-related products. this truly is call us, or visit us.
Camosun College’s Child Care Servi- This isn’t too surprising, con- schoolers, as does Interurban, along a Mecca for tea fanatics.
ces (CCS) runs five licensed centres sidering CCS’ reputation as one of with facilities for infants. They can
on both campuses. Victoria’s top facilities. also provide care for children with the event will be held at the Crystal
“Our primary mandate is to offer Pool on Feb.14–15, from noon until
“Usually what happens is a fam- special needs.
5 pm. tickets are $20 in advance
childcare for students of the college,” ily will start with us as a student, and So, maybe that mountain of
or $25 at the door.
worry needn’t be so high after all? 250.370.3591
For more information on Child if you’d like to volunteer or learn

Insufficient funds
nexus@nexusnewspaper.com
Care Services, go to www.camosun. more about the event, visit the web-
www.nexusnewspaper.com
ca/childcare site at www.camosun.ca/childcare
Richmond House 201, Lansdowne

for most students


oliviA bertrAnd How about a student line of
CONtriBUtiNG Writer credit, then? This is a feasible op-
Think the recent announcement tion for those whose studies make
that student debt has reached an all- it difficult to work more than a few
time high of $13 billion is bad? Well, hours a week, if at all. Of course,
personal debt, such as credit cards, in that case you’ll need a co-signer.
bank loans, or student lines of credit, Meiklejohn says the minimum
which many students are burdened credit limit at TD Canada Trust is
with in addition to their student $5,000. C A M O S U N C O L L E G E I N T E R N AT I O N A L PRESENTS
loan debt, is not even included in
that staggering figure.
After a year or two of studies, the

Adrian Walraven
money pool can run dry and many Most students find a
students find themselves coming way to rack up their
up short when it comes to their
monthly expenses. cards fairly quickly, no
Student loans often give just matter their specific
enough to cover tuition and when
limit, until all of a
CIDA Afghanistan Task Force
this happens daily and monthly
expenses are left unaccounted for. sudden they’re Kandahar Operations Unit
It’s at these times that credit cards
or lines of credit become a saving suffocating under a
Keynote speaker Mr Adrian Walraven will present his perspectives on the
grace for some students. mountain of debt.
For someone who’s working reconstruction of Afghanistan as part of British Columbia Speaking Tour,
and has a good credit history, get-
ting the first credit card shouldn’t
which will culminate Camosun College’s celebrations of International
be a problem. All banks have their “A student line of credit is a mix Development Week 2009.
own qualifications, and rates may between a chequing account and a
vary, but they tend not to vary too
drastically.
Visa,” she explains. “[They] have
a minimum payment of just the
FREE ADMISSION
“A first-time credit card holder monthly interest amount while the
can expect an interest rate of 19.75 student is attending school, and
S T U D E N T S , F A C U LT Y , S TA F F AND THE COMMUNITY
percent,” says Heather Meiklejohn, then larger payments 12 months A R E I N V I T E D T O AT T E N D
financial advisor for TD Canada after leaving school.”
Trust. “If they qualify for a $1,000 Students can chip away at the Where: Camosun College, Lansdowne Campus, Young Building, Room 216
limit, they may choose our lower balance of their debt faster by put- When: Wed, Feb 4, 2009 • 6:30 – 8:00pm
rate card at prime 6.9 percent for ting a little more than the minimum
an annual fee of $25.” payment down each month. For inquiries contact CCI: 250-370-3681
Most students find a way to Also, don’t be afraid to ask your inted@camosun.bc.ca
rack up their cards fairly quickly, bank for a lower interest rate at
no matter their specific limit, until any time, and write down all of
all of a sudden they’re suffocating your purchases so they don’t get
camosun.ca
under a mountain of debt. out of hand.
 LIFE February 4, 2009

Conference examines sex worker stigmas


Keltie Larter ing with the Media to Reduce door workers and almost nothing is
Contributing Writer Stigma and Enhance Public Under- known about the indoor sex trade.
“I’ll tell you something, [being standing of People Who Work in Because of this, conference atten-
a sex worker] used to be a lot safer the Sex Industry. dees agreed the media are only able
back then. Someone always knew “This conference is aimed at to focus on very narrow aspects of
where you were and when you were challenging the dominant myths the industry, usually focusing on the
coming back. Not like it is now,” and misconceptions about sex ugliest parts of the business.
said a woman from the podium. workers in an attempt to reduce the Jody Paterson, a UVic journal-
Dagmar, a sex worker for 44 debilitating stigma attached to sex ism instructor and advocate for
years, was speaking at a recent work in our country,” says Benoit. sex workers’ rights, told the group
conference in Victoria organized that “news media is a simplistic
by the Women’s Health Research format for telling complex stories”
Network (WHRN). when it comes to portraying the
A growing movement exists in
“This conference is sex industry.
Canada to decriminalize sex work aimed at challenging Susan Davis of the WCCSIP
and organizations such as the Pros- spoke about different initiatives
titutes Empowerment Education
the dominant myths the organization is trying to get
and Resource Society, the West and misconceptions started in Vancouver. Such initia-
Coast Co-operative of Sex Industry about sex workers.” tives include a catering company,
Professionals (WCCSIP), and Pros- a publishing enterprise, and a con-
titution Alternatives Counselling Cecelia Benoit sulting company. Davis explains a
Education have been working hard Women’s Health Research serious lack of funding is standing
to change legislation surrounding Network
in their way.
sex work in our country. “Sex work isn’t the flavour of
Recently, the WHRN organ- the day,” says Davis, “the flavour
ized a conference here in Victoria Speakers at the conference Photo: Courtney broughton of the day is housing.”
“to try to bring together different came from as far away as New Street workers are only a very small contingent of the local sex trade. Everyone at the conference
stakeholders interested in improv- Zealand, where sex work has suc- The two main issues of the con- issue for most people, sex workers agreed rights for sex trade workers
ing the health, safety, and secur- cessfully been decriminalized. Rep- ference were a lack of funding for are reluctant to self-identify them- is a complex situation that calls for
ity of people working in the sex resentatives were also in attendance proactive initiatives and an abun- selves because they have nothing innovative solutions, and the time
industry,” explains Cecilia Benoit from Victoria, Vancouver, and dance of ignorance regarding the to gain and everything to lose by for solutions is at hand.
of WHRN. Montreal, a city infamous for its realities of sex work. coming forward. Davis summed it up quite well
The conference was entitled many massage parlours and full- Complicating things, the sex Studies in Canada rely almost by saying, “In the end, we are look-
Myths and Misconceptions: Work- contact strip clubs. industry is a challenging moral entirely on information from out- ing at system-wide reform.”

Oh Web 2.0, and we hardly even knew you...


Ed Sum Hooper, a second-year Computer websites to become much more there. Google is doing more than
Contributing Writer Service Technology (CST) student.
The World Wide Web made its “It can’t be easily explained in a
dynamic.”
Rick Caswell, an instructor in
just offering their popular search
engine; they want to bring the
Computer
way onto the public scene in the mid sentence or two.”
’90s. Now, more than a decade later, In the early ’90s, information
Camosun’s Applied Communica-
tions Program, says new social
user’s computer desktop to the
web with applications like Google
speak 101
Web 2.0 is at its height. But does found on the web was pretty stat- possibilities and forms of user Calendar, Docs, Maps, and Talk. Wiki
anybody know what it actually is? ic and basic compared to today; interaction are key driving forces Even though there’s a lot this A collection of web pages that lets
meant for scientists to share data. behind Web 2.0. new generation of technology can anyone contribute or modify content
But when it turned into a pub- “It’s about social networking offer computer users, the question with a built-in editor. These pages
licly accessible place to read news and giving people the ability to put of privacy should be a concern. can be used to create communities or
“It’s about social and do commerce, the landscape content on the web in an interactive “Privacy has always been an information warehouses on a variety of
topics, such as TV shows like Lost.
networking and giving changed. kind of way,” says Caswell. issue,” says Hooper. “It’s coming to
Not to be confused with the But many other popular ap- the fore because people are putting Twitter
people the ability to Internet, the backbone where the plications are also synonymous so much of their personal informa- A service where users can post and
read other people’s status updates
put content on the web resides, surfers have slowly with Web 2.0, including Amazon, tion on the web.”
(known as tweets) on the web. The up-
seen a new generation of content eBay, YouTube, Facebook, Twit- According to Shohreh Hadian,
web in an interactive and content-making possibilities ter, Wiki, blogging, and social an Camosun Computer Science dates are similar to status updates on
Facebook but the site uses other tech-
kind of way.” on the web pages they visit. bookmarking. instructor, people should exercise
nologies like Really Simple Syndication
Visiting a website won’t ne- Most of today’s popular online control in what they post.
Rick Caswell (RSS) to keep people updated.
cessarily yield the same material services had some kind of start be- “The consumer has to be edu-
Camosun College RSS
twice. It’s like the stock exchange; fore the turn of the century, indicat- cated about the information they
numbers are flying fast and nothing ing Web 2.0 was slowly emerging, are handing over because it’s stored RSS is a service delivering up-to-the-
stays the same. but widespread recognition didn’t on a database,” notes Hadian. minute information to the user’s desk-
Most people aren’t aware they’re top or web browser. The information
“Web 2.0 is also about a spe- happen until Y2K fears subsided. Most companies have strong
can be about world news, Facebook
even using Web 2.0, and depending cific set of technologies to cre- On these websites, one can take security measures to protect clients’
activities, or the latest Hollywood
on who you ask in the computer or ate interactive web pages,” says part in a wide variety of commercial, information. But many people have gossip. The advantage is saving users’
information technology industry, Clint Lalonde, web specialist at social, and creative activities. An reasons to surrender some of their time by not visiting a lot of websites;
there’s no solid definition. Camosun’s Learning and Teach- early adopter of Web 2.0 was eBay privacy online with applications info is quickly summarized for them by
“It’s a catch phrase to say how ing Centre. “To the general public, and it’s real-time auctions. like Facebook. subscribing to the feed.
things have progressed,” says Greg it often means the evolution of But the possibilities don’t end “Some people are willing to give
Social bookmarking
a bit of privacy up,” says Lalonde,

*  '

Instead of keeping a user’s list of
“just to have the ability to stay in
bookmarks stuck on one computer,
contact with people.” social bookmarking allows users to
Up next? Web 3.0 is right access interesting bookmarks on other
around the corner and there’s no computers. One popular social book-
clear definition for that either. marking service is Delicious.com

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PISE students intern at cutting edge sports lab
Jeff Baldry Pacific and is confident in the future with more opportunities within
Contributing Writer of their work with Camosun. the high performance environment.
An internship currently in the CSC Pacific has many oppor- Down the road our goal is to have
works between the Canadian Sports tunities for Camosun students to more student interaction within
Centre Pacific (CSC Pacific) and benefit from, including physiol- the facility.”
Camosun College will allow stu- ogy, strength and conditioning, The lab works with the PISE
dents access to cutting edge, high biomechanics, and performance team to collaborate packages avail-
performance sports equipment at analysis. able to students and commun-
the Pacific Institute for Sport Excel- ity members. Recently, they have
lence (PISE) at Interurban. worked with the Lower Island Soc-
The CSC Pacific has been work- “Students will be given cer Association to test and evaluate
ing with the Sport and Exercise its group members.
Education Department of Camosun an opportunity and “They have been using our facili-
to develop an internship that will the exposure to being ties quite extensively. They want to
allow students to be a part of a do some testing, monitoring, and
professional environment. in a high performance strengthening and conditioning. So
“Students will be given an op- physiology lab.” we look after the testing and mon-
portunity and the exposure to being itoring, and the PISE group looks
in a high performance physiology Ben Sporer after the strength and conditioning
lab,” says Ben Sporer, CSC Pa- CSC Pacific
component of it,” says Sporer. “It’s
cific physiologist. “The opportunity like a one-stop shop!”
consists of coming in and learning The CSC Pacific is also involved
basic lab techniques, observing “The opportunity to actually with many of BC’s Olympic athletes
interactions with high performance do crossover is enormous,” says and coaches. By taking advantage
athletes, being a part of those inter- Sporer. “Because the lab is still very of this opportunity in advancing
actions, and learning about health new, as well as the degree program sport education, Camosun students
and safety issues in a lab.” being offered, we are trying to will get a head start in joining in
Photo: Courtney broughton Sporer oversees the Perform- evolve how they can bring the two on the action with Canada’s finest
Physiologist James Brotherhood shows off PISE performance equipment. ance Preparation Division at CSC together to provide the students athletes.

Chargers teams at a disadvantage, say coaches


Guy Alaimo scholarships. The next ones go to caliber volleyball players because says Price. “The only expense the our players and staff members who
Staff Writer Alberta or University of Northern there’s no place in Victoria they can college pays for is the regular sea- are fundraising.”
Camosun’s sports teams would BC. The next down are schools that get a degree and play volleyball. son. Any tournaments or exhib- Meanwhile, Lindal has another
be a lot better if prospective play- used to be colleges, but now have a This is also, according to Lindal, ition games, that comes out of our answer to the woes of this year’s
ers had more reasons to play here, U in their title.” why better players avoid coming to pockets.” women’s volleyball team.
according to a former Chargers Camosun and choose schools up And while the newly built PISE “I just noticed the team only
coach. island or on the mainland. gym facilities at Interurban might has a couple of third or fourth
“[Vancouver Island University According to Lindal, another be a draw for some students, ac- year players, while everybody else
Mariners] can say they got dormi- “The key element [to factor that generally hurts Camosun cording to Price it costs $50 per is second or first year,” he says.
tories, and they even got a few bucks success] is recruiting.” sports teams is funding for the team per hour to use the gym. It also “Don’t you think that makes a big
to throw around,” says Vic Lindal, coaches. runs the teams around $3,500 every difference?”
who also coached the national vol- Vic Lindal “A lot of the schools have full- time they travel to the mainland for As of press time, the Chargers
Former Chargers Coach
leyball team, broadcasted for CBC, time coaches,” explains Lindal. away games. women’s volleyball team was sitting
and is currently a motivational “I always thought the athletics To offset some of the costs, second to last in the province with
speaker. “The key element [to suc- department should have more of a fundraising programs like Adopt a 2–9 record. Their latest defeat
cess] is recruiting.” Schools such as Vancouver role in recruiting. They put way too a Charger and the Chargers Acad- came at the hands of the second
Lindal, who is also the grand- Island University and Capilano Uni- much on the coaches. Remember, emy are run by the teams. place UBC Okanagan Heat by a
father of Charger women’s vol- versity used to be colleges, but now, [the coaches] only make around Graham Matthews, Camosun’s score of 25–9, 25–4, and 25–17.
leyball player Stephanie Lindal, because of their title change, can of- $7,000 a year.” Recreation and Athletics coordin- The men’s basketball team also had
says Camosun is at a disadvantage fer degree scholarships and remain Chargers men’s basketball ator, is not shy to the idea of more a record of 2–9.
when it comes to attracting top tier more attractive than Camosun. coach Craig Price puts more of funding from the school. Meanwhile, the other two teams
players. UVic, who used to feed from an emphasis on funding, but also “More funding is always help- were faring much better. The men’s
“There’s no UVic volleyball Camosun’s volleyball program, no echoes some of Lindal’s opinions. ful,” says Matthews. “We are al- volleyball team sat eighth in the
program; that hurts Camosun,” longer has a volleyball team due to “Things like not having a resi- ways looking for other sources of country as of press time, while the
says Lindal. “The very best play- funding issues. This makes it more dence hurts our chances of obtain- revenue to help with recruiting. It women’s basketball team was third
ers get invited to play in the US on difficult for Camosun to attract high ing talent from outside of Victoria,” would take the burden off some of overall in Canada.

Chargers to watch for By Samantha Doney

What are your personal goals this year? What are your personal goals this season?
I want to improve my basic skills, as well as de- I was one of the only two returning players to
velop skills that would help me be a more effective our team, so my goal was to take on the role as
team player—for example, communication. a leader and be a positive role model for the new
players.
What are your team goals?
What are your team goals?
Our first team goal is a top spot at provincials, and
the final goal is to make it to nationals. Our team sets different goals each week; this
week, our goal is to take a match off of our op-
How are you feeling this year with all the chan-
ponent.
ges, like the new gym and new players?
How are you feeling this year with all the chan-
The new gym was a hassle to get into, but now
ges, like the new gym and new players?
that we’re here, it’s amazing, and it’s really nice to
have a home court. We had several new players I love the new gym; I’ve been with the team for
to the team this year. They have all proven they three years now and it’s great to have a home gym
belong on the team through their hard work and to play in. This year has been challenging with all
Aleks Saddlemeyer—#4 dedication. They are all great additions to our Caitlin Weir—#12 the new players. Even though we haven’t been
Team: Men’s volleyball growing roster. Team: Women’s volleyball seeing the results we’ve wanted, I have seen huge
Year: 2 Year: 3 improvements in everyone.
How is it looking heading for playoffs?
Position: Left side Position: Setter What’s your role on the team?
Height: 6’ 5” Providing we continue to play at the level we are Height: 5’5”
Hometown: Sidney, BC capable of, we are in good shape for provincials. Hometown: Nanaimo, BC As one of the captains, my role on the team has
High school: Parklands We have the skill to match or beat any team High school: Wellington been to lead by example. I hold everyone account-
Camosun program: University Transfer there. Camosun program: Nursing able for their actions on the court, and try to keep
the girls motivated.
Chargers to watch for is written by Samantha Doney, a second-year Sport Management student and Sport Information and Promotions Intern for Camosun Chargers Athletics. Check out
the new Chargers blog at camosunchargers.blogspot.com
8 February 4, 2009 FeatU
Spreading the love fever
N
brendAn KerGin the bus in front of you. You know the one; you sit there,
StaFF Writer
stare at his or her hair, smell it a little . . .
exus readers will have noted by now that we
Now, instead of just “accidentally” bumping into them,
like to give an alternative perspective on ma-
over and over again, make your love known by slipping
jor issues, one that reflects a student’s reality
one of these doozies into their pocket when they aren’t
more than the mainstream media might. That’s
looking.
why this year we’ve come up with some of our own cutout
Or, if it’s a teacher you’re after, try and instigate a spark.
Valentine’s cards!
Prof-student love might be against school policy, but not
That’s right, we’re printing special cards that you can
the policy of love.
cut out and give to your sweetie.
So get out there with a pair of scissors and this issue of
But these aren’t your everyday normal kinda cards.
Nexus and show your crush what love really is.
These ones are special, high-grade romance.
They are the kind you give to the girl/guy who sits on

Buying The sordid history of St. Valentine


love on brendAn KerGin
StaFF Writer
So, who is this St. Valentine guy anyways,
keep his soldiers from getting hitched.
But there were still some elopers

Valentine’s
and St. Valentine, a Christian priest,
and why do we shell out millions of dollars continued to marry them. to each
on his day? other.

Day
Well, none of it’s very clear. it seems Valentine was eventually caught
mid-February was an important time in It seems mid-February and sentenced to a beating
the roman calendar, when fertility was
bestowed on young women by beating was an important time and beheading. Before the big
JennA sedmAK day though, he stayed in a jail
CONtriBUtiNG Writer
them with dead animal skins. in the Roman calendar, where the lovers he had married
What can better express true love than an
expensive dinner at a fancy restaurant, a large
around 500 aD a pope declared a feast when fertility was came to visit, bringing him a few
for St. Valentine. this might have been an small gifts.
bouquet of the reddest roses, and a gift of fine
attempt to steal the pagans’ mid-February bestowed on young also, as time went on, he “befriended”
chocolate and jewelry? that’s what Valentine’s
Day is all about, right? brouhaha. women by beating the jailer’s daughter and ended up writ-
“i obviously feel pressure to celebrate Val-
entine’s Day,” says Camosun environmental
But, depending on which church you went them with dead animal ing a letter to her, signed, “From your
to, the feast could have been in early or Valentine.”
technology student alex Carota. “i’d get shot
mid-summer. Now it’s gone altogether in skins. then his head was chopped off and he
by my girlfriend if i didn’t!”
the roman Catholic Church, deleted from died for his beliefs.
Men and women of all ages participate in our
the calendar in 1969 (although Feb. 14
culture’s version of this holiday. Our society is Geoffrey Chaucer also had a hand in mak-
shown from a young age that love is expressed in is denoted as Saint Cyril and Methodius’
ing Valentine’s Day what it is. ever wonder
the form of a heart-shaped box of chocolates. Day).
why cheesy love poems are a big part of
“Children are nurtured into a culture of con- Searching through a historical database the red day?
sumption, initially through the writing and shar- of martyrs and saints, the pope came
ing of Valentine’s with their classmates, and then are actually a few St. Valentines, and three Chaucer and his circle popularized the
across a St. Valentine. Valentine hadn’t
later through the dances, chocolates, etc. that probably lived around the same time (250 idea of romantic love being the centre of
are made to be a part of the cultural experience,” been recorded in an earlier list of saints
aD), in italy. and there isn’t much known Feb. 14, and, being the masterful writer he
says randall tonks, an instructor in Camosun and martyrs, and when the feast was an-
about any of them. was, wrote love poems for the day.
College’s Psychology department. nounced it seems even the pope knew
along with the cultural expectations surrounding next to nothing of his deeds. the most famous story has a roman em- So now you know who to blame . . .
Valentine’s Day, various marketing and advertis- peror, Claudius ii, banning marriage to
this is where things get confusing. there
ing tactics help fuel this lucrative holiday.
“Men are targeted for consumption to buy
chocolate, flowers, jewelry, etc.,” says tonks.

Misery loves company: T


Stores take advantage of these cultural norms
and pushy advertising, stocking up on Valen-
tine’s gifts, flowers, cards, and chocolates. and
then their prices rise even further.
“Flower prices are based on a calculation that Top 5 Valentine’s Day breakups
is determined by our costs; when holidays such
as Valentine’s Day arrive, we see a significant in-
crease in the cost of our raw products,” explains
kelly Darwin of in Bloom Floral Boutique, who
zAn Comerford
CONtriBUtiNG Writer
Valentine’s Day drudges up different feelings in
day. Others, however, are getting cold, prickly
feelings, perhaps muttering bitter comments at
couples they pass on the street.
of the hilarious, brutal breakups your fellow
students have endured.
1
ing
also mentions 80 percent of Valentine’s Day Names have been excluded to protect the in-
different people. Some of us get warm, tingling fau
shoppers are men. Broken hearts. Broken car windows. When it nocent, and the guilty. Go ahead and indulge
feelings, looking into their special someone’s mi
comes to bad breakups, Camosun students your bitter side. tis’ the season, after all.
although many people feel pressure on Valen- eyes and sharing excitement about a special no
have seen it all. Here’s a little taste of some
tine’s Day to shell out gifts, many affordable, Go
homemade, or locally produced options are “Ever had to break up with “My girlfriend found out “I got dumped for God. “I was supposed to meet “I got dumped on my
available. yourself? I had to call my that I had been, well, And some chick in his my girlfriend at this train birthday, which happened
“if you’re the sentimental type, you can make a boyfriend and remind him getting to know other bible study group . . . but station in France, and I to be Valentine’s Day,
card by arranging a photo of your happy selves that he wasn’t actually women, and broke my mostly God.” only had a one way ticket which also happened to
with a digital editing program. add flowers d a t i n g m e a n y m o re , windshield and carved her —University Transfer there. So I get off the train, be our anniversary.”
around your faces, and maybe a heart or two and
a simple Valentine’s message,” suggests adam
judging by the lack of us
seeing each other for a
month, and him dating
name into my dashboard.
Seriously.”
—University Transfer
student and she’s there, only to
tell me that she’s met
someone else, and that
—Practical Nursing
student T
1
Podolec, UVic environmental Studies student.
someone else.” student she’s getting on the train
“Saving money on a card frees up some budget
—Culinary Arts that I was getting off to
on a bottle of wine and some locally made truf-
student go see him. Dumped and
fles,” says Podolec, “because you know she’s
stranded.”
probably going to share with you anyway.”
—Psychology student
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Top five: Songs to get you through Valentine’s Day when you feel
sorry for yourself because nobody loves you
Guy AlAimo
StaFF Writer

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
10CC—“The Things We Do Puddle of Mudd—“Blurry” Smashing Pumpkins— Nine Inch Nails—“ The Gerr y Raffer ty—“Right
for Love” “Thirty Three” Fragile” Down the Line”
You’re really in the pits be-
this song will have you believ- cause you haven’t kissed a if the archaic piano melody according to this track, imagine yourself in a club
ing the reason you’re alone isn’t your girl since 2003, and you need something throughout this self-loathing gem there’s some person nobody else telling a girl exactly what rafferty sings
fault, and everything is really okay. it a little darker. this 2001 Puddle of doesn’t have you wide awake with the understands except for trent reznor. in this song. “Woman, it’s been you,
might even get you to believe you’re a Mudd release has saved thousands of lights off, then it’s time to end it, my He’s destined to be with this person, and right down the line!” the crying guitar,
normal, functioning member of society. self-pitying, misunderstood lives. the friend. if you’re feeling brave, instant “won’t let them fall apart.” if you’re like and rafferty’s desperate/confident
Good times really are on the way. vapid lyrics will make you think about message this track to a girl who won’t reznor, you’ll love this song, and will singing will have you feeling nostalgic
all of the hollow people in your life that give you the time of day, and maybe play it on Valentine’s Day while making and very sorry for yourself.
have no feelings or thoughts. they don’t she’ll feel sorry enough for you to go out fucked up faces in the mirror. Perhaps
care about your daily plight! You’re the for an awkward coffee. But don’t expect an interpretive dance or two?
only one that’s real! anything else.

Top five: Things to do alone on Valentine’s Day Guy AlAimo


StaFF Writer

1. 2. 3.
Masturbate every half hour. 4. Look for discount candy cinnamon
hearts at the store, hoping you
Listen to music in your room with
the lights off while trying to cry
Wa t c h a ro m a n t i c c o m e d y,
imagining yourself as one of the
5. Drunk dialing, or scanning Facebook
profiles for a glimmer of tit.
bump into that special someone tears that just won’t come. lead characters.
also looking for discount candy
cinnamon hearts.
10 artS February 4, 2009

Burlesque shows best Bitts


JennA sedmAK
CONtriBUtiNG Writer
What better time of year than
mid-February for a night of live
Grow music, sweet treats, and burlesque
dancing?
your education “Spread your love around and
enjoy a fantastic evening of bur-
lesque entertainment,” says Miss
Rosie Bitts about her upcoming
Add online courses show, the Bitts of Tease Cabaret.
to your regular studies The evening promises inter-
nationally renowned burlesque
Didn’t get into the course you needed? dancers, live music, and cheesecake
Is your busy schedule making it difficult to from Cheesecake 101.
balance schoolwork and a job?
Thompson Rivers University can help “Burlesque is about Bitts. “Burlesque is about entertain- Aside from an evening of great
by bringing education directly to you entertainment; its ment; its purpose is not to create entertainment, this show is also
through Open Learning. With over 400 online sexual arousal.” a fundraiser for a local youth
and distance courses available for registration purpose is not to The evening is for entertainment charity.
throughout the year, you can get the credits you create sexual arousal.” and fun. Burlesque can be about “Instead of deciding between
need and transfer them back to your anything the performer wants it to spending your money on an evening
rosie bitts be; it’s a creative and empowering out, or giving to charity, you can do
home institution. BUrLeSQUe DaNCer
form of dance allowing performers both,” exclaims Bitts.
You can study when you want, where you want to express their true selves or their A portion of all proceeds from
and even set your own exam schedule. alter egos. It can also be a way to this event will be donated to the
For a complete list of Open Learning courses and Joining Bitts is Ernie Von express feminism or masculinity. Victoria Youth Clinic, which offers
programs please visit our website. Schmaltz, who will be performing “A burlesque figure that I look resources, health care, and counsel-
“boylesque,” the male version of up to is Zorita, an incredible lady at ing to Victoria’s youth in need.
burlesque dancing. The show is the peak of her fame in the 1950s. “There’s not a lot of money in
19-plus and meant for adult audi- At that time, it was very risky tak- these charities,” explains Bitts,
www.truopen.ca 1.877.663.4091 ences of all ages. ing your clothes off,” says Bitts. “they do a fantastic job and offer im-
“The age range depends on the “Becoming a burlesque star was her portant resources to our youth.”
show, but can be anywhere from choice as an alternative to having a
a mid-’20s audience to over 65,” man support her.”
explains Bitts. A passion for dance and the sup- The Bitts of Tease
Eye-catching and flamboyant, port and fun within the burlesque Cabaret
burlesque features dancing and community is where Bitts’ love for Feb. 12, 8–11 pm
clothing removal, but is an art form burlesque stems from. Victoria Event Centre
set apart from stripping. “I have been dancing all my life (1415 Broad)
“The performer makes a con- and became obsessed with the idea $22
scious choice of which body parts of burlesque about five years ago,” www.missrosiebitts.com
to display or not display,” explains explains Bitts.
nexus@nexusnewspaper.com artS 11
Gaming hits Victoria by storm
ed sum
CONtriBUtiNG Writer
A strong sense of camaraderie
cates a large portion of his down-
time handling the business end
and recruiting hosts to operate the
wonders of pop culture in a conven-
tion environment.
For the past two decades, other
Noise Addict
and a lifelong love for their hobby
inspired three local gamers to create
various types of games taking place
at the event.
conventions in Victoria have come
and gone, with hardly any lasting
Tunes for changing moods
Gottacon, an event encompassing While most gamers usually play beyond a second year. Because of miChAel dunCAn
everything gaming enthusiasts at home instead of in public, Got- Victoria’s previous lack of success CONtriBUtiNG Writer
would enjoy. tacon wants to change that image. with conventions, paying for high Face it, your moods change
This upcoming Victoria conven- “Gaming is much like getting to- profile guests to attract the public during the day and, undoubtedly, so
tion will provide those in attendance gether for dinner, going to a movie, can be risky. do the tunes that go with your vibe.
a chance to enjoy a variety of gam- or just hanging out,” says Lum. “There is no sense spending There are times when scurrying
ing experiences, including playing Gaming has definitely seen its thousands of dollars trying to bring through the endless playlists that
some of the classic video games of popularity grow in recent years. in talents as you have to establish you fail to find that special song.
all time and rolling dice to battle Dungeons and Dragons, the staple yourself first,” says Hatch. Whether someone’s in the mood for
monsters in the world of Dungeons of the entire role-playing game But Gottacon won’t be without late night revelry, a baked evening
and Dragons. its share of high-profile guests. session, or favorite times of emo-
“It is a great social activity,” says Along with a few gaming industry solace, the music must change with
Carson Upton, an alumni of the “Gaming is much like personalities, Victoria resident the person. With that in mind, here In-Flight Safety
Camosun Computer Engineering Dave Duncan, author of the Venice are three bands to soothe anyone’s Floyd, but is by no means a nostalgic
Program.
getting together for dynamic soul. throwback. Using a broad range
(Alchemist) trilogy, and Canad-
Upton has been spending the dinner, going to a ian-born Steven Erikson, author Titus Andronicus (www. of instruments, the sound of the
last two years bringing Gottacon of the Malazan, Book of the Fallen myspace.com/titusandronicus) album varies considerably in its
to Victoria, along with Evan Hatch,
movie, or just hanging will carry you late into any night eight tracks. The peyote-influenced
series, will be in attendance to
a funding administrator at the out.” answer questions and sign auto- with their riotous and unstoppable elements of this band are mesmer-
Ministry of Education, and Michael graphs. Also planned is a video debut album, The Airing of Griev- izing, melodic, and well worth a
miChAel lum
Lum, owner of Skyhaven Games. GOttaCON showcase by local comedy group ances. This gang, hailing from New blissed-out listen.
For the three friends, the love of LoadingReadyRun. Jersey, has made a triumphant re- In-Flight Safety (myspace.
gaming has been with them since Despite the financial risks, cording with their blend of garage com/inflightsafety) is a Canadian
childhood. industry, made the transition to Gottacon’s founders hope to cre- and alternative, underlayed with four-piece with a moody expres-
“I started to make a role-playing film with direct-to-video releases, ate a memorable event for gamers a punk spirit. By no means is this sionism that will keep you company
game with Michael before I first and Magic the Gathering, the king unable or unwilling to spring for a a simple rock-off though, as the in your best of lonely nights. Their
heard about Dungeons & Dragons,” of trading card games, is still go- trip to conventions in Vancouver arrangements are reminiscent of sound is not whiny but comforting,
says Upton. ing strong with comic book and or elsewhere. Arcade Fire, but unpolished and and often draws near to the sonic
Not many gamers maintain a electronic game tie-ins. “To leave the island costs a for- without any damn pretentiousness. heights of Coldplay. The excellent
high level of commitment with the And videogames are also getting tune,” says Hatch. “We hope to The band’s energy is visceral and use of melodic guitar lines, exten-
hobby into their adult years. After a lot of attention; just look at all bring exciting, large, quality events infectious, drowning out many of sive piano, and organ gives their
meeting Hatch, who was a delegate the games turned into Hollywood to the island.” the conceited indie acts of today. third album, We Are an Empire, My
of Wizards of the Coast promoting movies, like Tomb Raider and Resi- The Alps (myspace.com/ Dear, a genuine modern rock ap-
Magic the Gathering and founder of dent Evil. Gottacon thealpssf) are like an outer-body peal. They have also mined an odd
the Toronto Role-Players Associa- But despite its rising popular- experience and are perfect for those but rather groovy ’80s new wave
Feb. 6–8
tion, the idea of creating a gaming ity, it’s rare for an event like this to times of smoke-filled relaxation. feel that, when mixed with the rest
Pearkes Recreation Center Their debut album, III, can be com-
convention began. happen in Victoria. Usually, one has of the album, makes for an overall
When not at work, Hatch dedi- to leave the island to experience the www.gottacon.com pared to the psychedelics of Pink exciting listen.

And no revelations
My Bloody Valentine 3D tine violence. How romantic.
The slasher flick relies heavily
★★★★★
on varying modes of exploitation
shAne sCott-trAvis and depravity, and occasionally a No Reservations Predictable might be a bit of an
CONtriBUtiNG Writer self-aware sense of humour. Starring: Catherine Zeta- understatement for this movie.
For audiences not forgiving or My Bloody Valentine 3D isn’t Jones, Aaron Eckhart, Abigail Clearly, the new sous chef is
fond of genre films, My Bloody Val- afraid to ham it up, and with B- Breslin charming, cute, and great with kids.
entine 3D may be too much to han- grade acting, ranging from campy Runtime: 104 minutes Heaven forbid situations like these
dle. It contains all the paradoxical and over-the-top to lackluster and “Meh”—a sound that comes ever involve hairy perverts with acne,
charms and trappings slasher films laughable, consider this a guilty hand-in-hand with an indifferent rotting teeth, and bad BO.
have to offer—horny teenagers, pig- pleasure. Or don’t consider it at shoulder shrug. In this case, it’s an The story lines for these roman-
headed police officers, predictable all. adequate reaction to No Reservations, tic comedies are always the same.
pacing, gratuitous gore, and a plot starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Two unnaturally beautiful people
amounting to a compendium of Aaron Eckhart. meet and hate each other. Then the
clichés and camp. The Wrestler This dramatic comedy includes hostility between them turns into a
The real reason to see this movie humour, romance, and a cute kid whole other kind of tension.
★★★★★ tions. The first half focuses on to tie it all together. It accomplishes So they get together. Then they
is for its 3D gimmick. The boom
years of the early 1950s brought ed sum Randy and how the wrestling en- everything that would be expected of fight. Then they get back together,
such classics as It Came from Outer CONtriBUtiNG Writer tertainment industry works, leav- it—but not a whole lot more. but only after a traumatic event
Space, Creature from the Black The movie industry is abuzz ing little time for interpersonal Zeta-Jones plays a socially inept involving the child. Cue the warm
Lagoon, and Hitchcock’s Dial ‘M’ about The Wrestler being actor character development to happen workaholic who is the chef at a pre- and fuzzy ending.
for Murder, but will the new 3D Mickey Rourke’s best comeback in the second half. tentious restaurant. Kate is said to If only life were like that.
films coming out promise to stay film. Also, there are two stories; both be the best chef in town, but cooking Okay, No Reservations is no
true to this heritage? Valentine Knowing Rourke’s background revealing themselves in parallel as has become her entire life. nail-biter, but simplicity isn’t a sin
seems to, using Real D technol- and how Sin City brought him Randy struggles to live a retired life So, when she is landed with the either. Movies like this have their
ogy to its advantage, despite some back to the limelight, The Wrestler and Cassidy struggles as a single custody of her ten-year-old niece, own time and place.
rather soulless cinematography wouldn’t have worked if it were star- mom. Zoe, she doesn’t quite know how Sometimes fluffy is better; not
from Brian Pearson. ring any other actor. As an ex-boxer, The narrative is an honest look to proceed. Her first few weeks as a everyone can stomach things like
The 3D bandwagon aside, this Rourke knows what it’s like to be a at how love should develop and makeshift parent include hiring bad Gladiator or The Green Mile on a
horror film follows another trend— gladiator as well as how rough it was how the entertainment industry babysitters, forgetting to pick up Zoe day-to-day basis.
it’s a remake. to get back into the film industry. and its fans sometimes treat its after school, and not understanding It may not be reality but, some-
In 1981, a Canadian horror flick He spectacularly plays Randy older stars. that a full fish (complete with head, times, after a hard day of classes,
notable only for giving Irish musical “The Ram” Robinson, an aging Don’t expect WWE to be played eyes, and tail) isn’t exactly a great reality just doesn’t cut it.
wunderkind Kevin Shields the name star who retires from the scene be- out, but a story to understand how kid’s meal.
for his seminal shoegaze band, My cause of health issues and falls for life, as one ages, progresses. Should And when Kate’s boss hires an ratings
Bloody Valentine, was released to an equally aging stripper/dancer, performers continue on until no one exuberant sous chef (Eckhart), Kate Complete disaster . . . . . . . . . . . . .
little fanfare. Cassidy (Marisa Tomei). Randy also cares? This film leaves audiences to immediately resents him for getting Unfortunate malfunction. . . . . . . .
Cut to 2009 and director/editor tries to reconcile with his estranged make their own conclusion. along with her kitchen staff, playing A solid stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Patrick Lussier has a new pickaxe to daughter (Evan Rachel Wood). And, apparently, there is a price opera 24/7, and for being almost as Freakin’ fabulous . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
grind and another round of Valen- But this film has its imperfec- for fame. good as her.
12 FASHION February 4, 2009

Tattoos and piercings could hinder employment


Alisha Charmley they’re hiring, but that’s not a bad tattoos will be a problem in the Irene Wallace, Camosun Student
Contributing Writer thing. I wouldn’t want my insurance classroom, he says. Employment facilitator.
Many things should be con- agent covered in tattoos,” explains “Prominent facial piercings or Jim Townley, co-owner of Fresh
sidered when getting a tattoo or Mikkers. bold exposed tattoos on the neck Cup Roastery Café in Saanichton
piercing. What do you get? Where and face would be a problem if [you] and Sidney, believes as long as
do you put it? How big should it be? want to be considered a role model,” his staff are discreet about tattoos
And, maybe more importantly, how “The key thing is for says Frith. “The moral standard for and piercings, he doesn’t see why
will the tattoo affect your future job teachers is quite high. Sure, there they can’t find a common ground.
opportunities? employers to see your are lots of teachers who have some Providing, of course, the customer
It’s a question most students experience and your piercings, or tattoos on arms, legs, is still comfortable.
don’t ask when modifying their ankles, etc . . . most of the time they “Giving a little bit of latitude
bodies, but permanently imprinting capability to do the are covered up. But the commun- around their individuality allows
an image on an arm or punching a job.” ity and the professional standard the staff to be comfortable,” says
hole through a lip has the potential for teachers would direct them Townley, “because they’re bring-
to jeopardize a chance at a dream Irene Wallace to be discreet in their exposure of ing their personality to work every
Photo: Courtney broughton Camosun college
job. Tattoos: Placement is everything. piercings and tattoos.” day.”
Tattoos and piercings are be- While it’s important in some
coming more commonplace, but “When I get more, future employ- jobs, like teaching, to be discreet
not necessarily more accepted, ment will be a consideration to
especially when it comes to get- where I get them. I don’t plan on
Bruce Frith, principal of Stelly’s
Secondary in Central Saanich, says
about tattoos and piercings, some
businesses understand they mean Think before
ting a job. getting anything above my collar
Camosun student Cameron or below my elbow.”
body modifications can be factors
when deciding on hiring a teacher,
more than rebelling and being
different, and even encourage em- you ink
Mikkers has three tattoos. Since Mikkers is thinking about but it’s not something he specific- ployees to show who they are by
he’s gotten them, he’s been hired becoming a teacher and under- Camden Wright
ally looks for. Surprisingly, the ap- not hiding the artistic marks on Contributing Writer
at a few jobs without question or stands potential employers can shy plicant will usually approach him their body. Over time, tattoos have become
concern. away from candidates with body with the issue. “The key thing is for employ- more of a fashion statement than
“Right now, I don’t have them in modifications. Applicants know teachers are ers to see your experience and a personal statement. A tattoo is a
objectionable places,” says Mikkers. “People consider that when role models and wonder if their your capability to do the job,” says beautiful scar its wearer should be
proud to bare, not a lipstick colour
or a flavour of the month that can
be changed when he or she gets
tired of it. But mistakes happen,
and sometimes a tattoo cover-up
is needed.
Zain Hull of Pair o’ Dice Tat-
too and Piercing has been in this
career since 1978. That’s 31 years of
watching the tattoo industry becom-
ing more and more mainstream.
And with a growing number of

money back clients and a growing number of

fast
bad ideas.
“If you go back far enough, say
30 years ago, artists didn’t take the
time to say, ‘That’s a dumb idea,’“
explains Hull.
When getting a tattoo, people
should consider some very import-
ant factors.
“Stay away from detail; it turns
into a blob,” says Hull. “Because
that’s one of the problems, people
are just getting something that’s
way too detailed.”
With age, skin will stretch and
lose its elasticity, causing a tattoo
to get blurry if too much detail is
put into it. Colours also come into
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nexus@nexusnewspaper.com COLUMNS 13

By Keltie Larter
GIVING IT UP: old habits di
by Kelly mArion
hard
across my bedroom floor. In the end, everyone benefited;
Back door love
I felt like I was part of the Brady Bunch.
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, forget about waxy chocolates and over-
Day 6: I slept in today, stubbed my toe when running
priced flowers and surprise your partner with a little something different to
to answer the phone, and discovered my brother drank
show them how much you love them. this year, why not surprise them with a
little anal sex?
the last of the milk, thus ruining my routine Shreddies
breakfast. Could my day start off any worse? But instead
One of the great things about anal play is it can be enjoyed by men and women. of taking out my anger at the next person to cross my
Unlike the penis or vagina, both males and females own the right equipment. path, I bit my tongue, smoked some pot (then masked
For men, stimulation of the prostate gland through the rectal wall results in pleas- it with patchouli), and rocked out to some Hendrix.
urable erotic sensations and often an orgasm. For women, the many nerve endings Day 8: Today, a customer at the restaurant where I
located in and around the anus can be extremely pleasurable when coupled with work complained his meal was too slow to arrive and
some vaginal or clitoral stimulation. PHOtO: COUrtNeY BrOUGHtON
wasn’t spicy enough. My initial thoughts were to tell
and just to put heterosexual men out there at ease, enjoying a little anal play negativity him to shove it, order it extra hot next time, and realize
does not mean you’re gay, so don’t get your boxers in a knot . . . straight men do good food takes time; but, out of the kindness of my
it all the time, too. Gay men are just more open about it. The challenge heart, I offered him a free meal instead, knowing very
Be cheerful and optimistic 24 hours a day. In other well it would be deducted from my next paycheck. I’m a
“Butt” where to start?
words, be something I’m not. I’m nixing the negative full-time student and he probably works for the govern-
First of all, you want to make sure the area is squeaky clean. try luring your partner vibe and embracing the good in life. ment; who could possibly need to save a buck?
into the shower or bathtub with a soapy massage to start the evening off. also,
to avoid a messy situation, make sure you’ve had a bowel movement a couple
The research Day 10: An excerpt from my diary; “I feel like crap
If there’s one thing we know about in Victoria, today. I woke up with a pounding headache, a full
of hours before you play.
it’s grey skies. It may not be so cold to ex-Easterners, agenda, and only 17 hours left in the day. My schedule
Secondly, the most important accessory to any kind of anal penetration is a good but to locals winter is a downer, leading many of us to is so jam-packed these days that I can’t afford to feel
lubricant. i repeat, do not try putting your finger or anything else up there dry; experience the winter blues. According to some stud- under the weather and I can’t help but feel pissed off.
it’s painful and will most likely cause your partner to clench up, effectively killing ies, nearly 100,000 British Columbians are affected by Trying to keep a positive outlook I pop some pills and
the mood. decide to take my day one step at a time. ‘Ain’t nothing
Seasonal Affective Disorder, a mood disorder induced
Next, with a bit of lube on your finger, try gently rubbing around the outside of the by a lack of sunlight that leaves one feeling sluggish, gonna break my stride, ain’t no one gonna hold me
anus and perineum while simultaneously stimulating the genitalia. unenthused, and uninspired. Some are hit so hard they down . . . oh no, I got to keep on moving . . . ‘ Thanks
in order for anal penetration to be pleasurable, it’s important for the anal muscles become clinically depressed. A simple cure is a burst of Matthew Wilder of Ace of Base, you inspire me. Love
to be relaxed, and making sure your partner is really turned on helps make this elating sunshine, but more common is accepting life Kelly, xoxo.”
happen. as it is and living like a grump. Day 13: I helped out with the Mustard Seed Food
The rationale Bank today and realized my life isn’t so bad. Even those
Often, men enjoy having the perineum and testicles licked while having their
penis stroked. Likewise, many women enjoy receiving oral sex while being anally The grass could be greener, but it could also be dead. in the worst situations are making the most of what
penetrated with a finger. With this in mind, I decided to make the most of what they’ve got and holding their heads high. The sun is
I’ve got and approach things in a half-full way rather shining and spring is in the air, I have a great family,
if you’re inclined to take it to the next level, try slowly inserting the penis or a dildo and an incredible group of friends. I can’t complain.
into the rectum. this part of the fun calls for clear and open communication with than a half-empty one. From this day forward, I will
be donning my rose-tinted glasses and come equipped Day 14: I discovered even though my thoughts
your partner, and taking it slow is the name of the game.
with a smile. My life as a hippie begins now. aren’t entirely positive, I do act in a positive manner.
the first few strokes will likely be somewhat painful, but you’ll soon find the I hold the door open for people, say bless you when
rectal muscles will relax, the pain will go away, and you’ll be able to engage in The trial people sneeze, and give up my seat for the elderly.
quite vigorous anal sex. Day 1: To start my life at peace in my surroundings,
Hippie-esque? Close enough.
I scoured my closet for a peace necklace I wore back
a word to the wise: although they do it a lot in porn, alternating penetration
in elementary, hoping just wearing it would remind The result
between the anus and the vagina isn’t a good idea. it can result in embarrassing After two weeks of frolicking in the fields with a
and uncomfortable infections, so clean up before you cross over.
me of less complicated days where my stress revolved
around which boy I should kiss that day. daisy behind my ear and my tie-dye dress blowing in
anal sex can be great if done right. it’s always good to add a little something dif- Day 3: So far, so good. In being nicer to those around the breeze, I’ve finally found inner peace. Okay, so
ferent to your sexual repertoire, so lube up, relax, and have fun with it! me, I am getting the same in return, making my life so that’s a little farfetched, but I am trying to let my hip-
much simpler and easier not to be such a bitch. Take, pie friends rub off on me by being a bit more optimistic
for example, last night. I made my family dinner, mak- and carefree.
ing my brother feel guilty enough to do the dishes, and Next issue
giving my parents time to go for an evening stroll so I’m giving up meat and all animal by-products. For
they didn’t freak out about the pile of clothes scattered a solid two weeks, I’m giving veganism a shot.

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(Arsenal Pulp Press)
Not a gentleman’s club
Chloe mArKGrAf Womyn started attending the roles and puts men in a slightly
Kelly mArion WOMYN’S DireCtOr schools in greater numbers and more passive role, while womyn in
CONtriBUtiNG Writer After about two dec- both womyn and men were com- the centre become the authority.
The Slow Fix is a collection of ades of Womyn’s Centres’ peting in academics and the job Why don’t men have Men’s
short stories from the life of Ivan, a Ivan offers a sense of realism existence some still ques- market. Centres? Perhaps that’s a ques-
transgender man (female to male), and brutal honesty in his writing tion their exclusivity. Why The centres were originally tion men can ask, and men can
as he grows into his own skin while that will make you feel the discom- does such a gender exclu- created as a resource for womyn answer.
meeting head-on with stigmas and fort associated with being born in sive organization exist on campuses and have evolved into safe spaces Maybe it’s less inherent in mas-
biases held by those surrounding a body that doesn’t fit quite right. all over North America? for womyn to gather. Nowadays, culine behaviour to seek social
him. He compares his situation to a pair Womyn’s Centres were estab- Womyn’s Centres still challenge networks and close connections.
It illustrates the hardships a of mismatched boots, stating that lished to serve the changing needs traditional roles. Though masculinity is changing,
transgender person faces, regard- “she” pinches a little, while “he” of womyn in the 1970s. Not only is it a forum for womyn so are the times, and perhaps men’s
less of where they live, as Ivan slips off too easily. This was no doubt directly re- where they can be comfortable, safe, needs will dramatically change with
moves across several cities and The Slow Fix is an interesting lated to the feminist movement and secure, but it also serves as a it. Time can only tell.
towns in Canada, from Whitehorse collection of short stories with and the scope of womyn who were place where womyn have control Until then, all self-identi-
to Ottawa. context better suited to an older empowered at the time to get a over their environment. fied womyn are welcome in the
Although this novel feels slightly audience, but an overall story any- job and go to school, regardless of If men want to come in to the Womyn’s Centre, and so are men
fragmented, jumping from region to one can appreciate. It’s a great read societal pressures. centres, they must ask. It reverses on a case-by-case basis.
region across Canada, it pieces itself for anyone who feels out of place
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Ask Anything By Breanna Carey

Q:How do i guarantee a second date? Q:When


test?
and how often should i get an StD
By Guy Alaimo & Donald Kennedy
A: typically, if you’ve had a successful first date, that’s
reason enough to promote you to the next one. But since
A: You should get checked before and after every new
partner. Or, if you’re in a monogamous relationship,
we don’t read minds, we can only take what body language
and other verbal clues our date is giving us. if you don’t want
to seem boring, try to arrange a second date that isn’t along
twice per year. Why? Because monogamy can mean differ-
ent things to the same couple. there’s no guarantee, so be
respectful of yourself and get tested regularly. the most
Free lobster and
the same lines as the first. For example, if you went out for
dinner on the first date (nice work!), then offer to do some-
thing sporty (like taking a hike) for the next round. the most
common sexually transmitted infection is HPV—75 percent
of Canadians contract at least one strain at some point in
their lives, and there are over 100 different strains. Condoms
hot waitresses
important part of getting ahead in the dating realm is to not help, but don’t entirely prevent the spread, since the virus is
give too much away too fast. Mystery is essential, because transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. it’s wise to always
if people hand their lives over on a platter, the remaining be in the know. You wouldn’t want to sleep with someone
party loses interest—fast. Let your date do the majority of who only thinks they are safe. You want to know if they’ve
the talking, unless they are shy. in this case, aim to chat ever had Chlamydia or something worse. also, blood dona-
about topics that interest you, and try to gain some common tions are a private and selfless way to get yourself checked
ground. ask about their family or generic things like where for aiDS, because they have to screen the blood and test
they’ve worked and what they see themselves doing in the it before giving it to someone else. and, remember, every
future. this may seem loaded with ulterior motive, and it is, person you have sex with stays with you and carries on to
but it allows you to gain insight into the type of person they the next. take your sexual activities into serious account,
are, dependant on their emotions and goals. keep it light, remind yourself of the consequences, and do your best to
fun, and flirty, and you’re set. stay safe and healthy.

Be like Oscar the Grouch, go green


Joel witherinGton students; after recycling and com- Try dumpster diving. It may
CSea MeMBer post, we only produce a shopping sound weird to you at first, but
The list of dispos- bag of garbage every couple weeks. if you go out with someone who
able products we prod- Your recycling gets picked up at knows where to go, your mind will
uce goes on and on; your curb, alternating weeks with be blown by the amount of great
remember how stuffed your garbage pickup. Most of the stuff you can pull out of a big, green
your garbage can was CSEA
things you can’t recycle at your curb dumpster. Frying pans, bike parts,
Wharfside Eatery
after Christmas morning? can be brought to the Pacific Mobile day-old baking, action figures, and 1208 Wharf St., 250–360–1808
North Americans produce a Depot. They take almost anything new shoes are just some of the things Three course local menu: Calamari, Penne with Chardonnay
lot of garbage that ultimately ends you would normally throw out, like we’ve found. Cream Sauce and Nutmeg, Turtle Pie
up in huge landfills. When all that Styrofoam, soft plastic, foil, and Some business owners don’t like
waste starts decomposing, it lets potato chip bags. people poking around their bins, so Donald: There’s something special about a waitress who doesn’t bat
off gasses contributing to the ozone Another big contributor to the show some respect; whatever you an eyelash when you order two entrees. When I order more food than a
layer’s depletion, adding to global garbage problem is businesses. don’t want, leave in the dumpster stable young man generally does, I am not asking for you to look at me like
warming. Chain stores and other large busi- so you don’t make a mess. I’m some sort of Paul Bunyan-esque freak of nature. Thank you Wharfside
It doesn’t have to be like this. nesses throw out everything, even For more about Camosun Stu- waitress for realizing that men sometimes eat a lot, and it’s nothing to get
Recycling and composting are great things in perfectly good shape. dents for Enivronmental Aware- upset about. Something that is worth getting upset over though is the
ways to reduce how much waste you This presents a wonderful op- ness, visit www.camosunstudent. utter banality of the food at this restaurant. This meal had all the pizzazz
send to the landfill. portunity for us poor students. Like org/csea or e-mail camosunsea@ and excitement of licking a dry spoon. Eating the calamari was like read-
I live in a house with four other treasure hunting? hotmail.com ing a high school social studies textbook—the odd flicker of flavour and
substance, but ultimately an experience that leaves you bored to tears. As
for the main course, it was full of wiry cheese and a nutmeg flair that was
buried too deep to be noticed. I suppose the middling nature of the cuisine

Maude’s February Specials is to be expected—Wharfside is in the Bermuda Triangle of downtown


dining, after all—but it sure is fucking frustrating.
Guy: The guy who sat us down half-snickered at us, “Nice. The local
Monday menu.” You see, at some restaurants, if you don’t ask for the local menu,
$6.95 Burger & Fries they charge you up the ass for the same food on the “regular” menu. I
guess it’s meant to rip off tourists. After this, I was predicting things like
(substitutes extra) our food being severely overcooked or late without proper compensation.
While the food was a little below average, the price was fair, and one starts
Tuesday to think whether the food served on the local menu is the same quality as
the food served on the regular menu. The lobster was a little overcooked
$6.95 Quesadilla - Chicken, and rubbery (and it ended up being free). The penne was served with
Beef, or Vegetarian (after 4 PM) Asiago cheese and cooked with chardonnay, which saved the dish from
being a bore. The waitress was not overly pushy or nice (although she was
gorgeous), but the calamari was like eating soggy, breaded bread.
Wednesday
.35¢ Wings (after 2 PM) Price: $17.89 plus tax (free lobster tails if the kitchen
overcooks them!)
Thursday
Verdict: Fabulous, helpful staff, but service alone
$6.95 Perogies (after 4 PM) does not make a man feel content.
Hey, check out our Victoria buffet and burger blogs at vicbuffet.blogspot.
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From 12 pm until the pizza is totally
devoured, outside the Fisher Building
Monday, Feb. 9
Employment info session
Haiti. in other words, this man knows his at Lansdowne.
By Kait Cavers shit. Come experience this rare chance Freedom 55 Financial brings terry Lang-
to gain insights into Canada’s roles in Friday, Feb. 6 ridge, director of business development,
Wednesday, Feb. 4 onto campus to answer any and all
afghanistan. From 6:30–8 pm in Young
Canada in Afghanistan 216, Lansdowne. For more info, e-mail
Free movie! questions you might have about future
paulsonkj@camosun.bc.ca if you’re like me and you keep putting employment. info sessions mean leads,
speech your money on the edmonton Oilers, which means potential jobs, which
Canadian international Development Wednesday Feb. 4 then you’re probably broke. So why means potential money, which means
agency (CiDa) representative adrian not check out something free? Free and a potential mansion, which means
Walraven will be at Camosun to present Nexus pizza day educational! Sometimes in april is set potential kick-ass games of hide-and-
perspectives on the reconstruction of Come buy a slice and i’ll show you against the ’94 Genocide that took place go-seek. From 12:30–1:20 pm in CBa
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guys have a wicked live show set up to Friday, Feb. 13 Day, then Vancouver’s SNFU, along with
showcase their new songs. a trophy Dayglo abortions, the Frostbacks, and
Life, Conversation, and Beat kids join Vincat’s Glam Rock Ball Burn Hollywood Burn, will keep you com-
in on the fun. LUCKY, DOORS AT 9:30 PM, $9 pany all night. and, better yet, they won’t
Vincat, run Chico run, Bloody Wilma, make you buy dinner and drinks.
By kait Cavers Saturday, Feb. 7 Cobras Cobras Cobras, and Dreamboat
are back to remind you why good bands Saturday, Feb. 14
Die Roten Punkte never go out of style. Wear a glam cos-
Friday, Feb. 6 INTREPID THEATRE, SHOW AT 9 PM, $15 tume and get in for $6. Tequila Mockingbird
Acres of Lions CD Release Berlin’s sibling superstars Otto and Orchestra
astrid are back with the show that won Saturday, Feb. 14 VICTORIA EVENT CENTRE, DOORS AT 9 PM, $15
Show the audience pick award for the best
LUCKY, SHOW AT 10 PM, PRICE TBA comedy at the 2008 Victoria Fringe Fest. A Black Valentine’s tequila Mockingbird Orchestra appears
on stage with Something Better and
it’s about damn time, acres of Lions. rocking out and busting a gut finally go SUGAR, DOORS AT 9 PM, $18
Victoria’s own Dano Stern Project. Check
Finally, their CD is out, and these Victoria hand-in-hand. if you didn’t find a date for Valentine’s
them out before they make it big.

Parkinson’s Onset By Adrian Binakaj

Sticky Vicky By Rhea Smilowski


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Overheard at Nexus tessA CoGmAn


StaFF eaVeSDrOPPer

Nexus staff works very hard during production of the newspaper, and there
are times when exhaustion takes over what we say. the following is what’s
been overheard at the Nexus office lately:

“Six writers have


“So we’re not going already gotten back to
to go with my Weird “So, are you going to us about Disney on Ice.
Science idea?” get hammered on your that’s sad.”
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