That Face explores what it means to be part of a familyDirector Judy Treloar hopes That Face will grab audiences the same way it grabbed her when she first saw the play. That was in New Zealand, three years ago. After seeing the play, she was so moved by it that she went and bought the script. “I took the script back to where I was staying,” […] Continue Reading |
The prophets of local non-profitsWhenever I read the next great mental-health study or report, I’m reminded of a scene in The Life of Brian. Brian is about to be crucified, propelling lover Judith into action. She charges into their Judean rebel group’s board meeting, shouting, “Do something!” The president, Reg, played to perfection by John Cleese, nods enthusiastically and […] Continue Reading |
Noms!: Chicken pasta perfectionHello, good evening, goodbye, and hello again! My name is Patrick Hallihan, and I like to eat, a lot. And I don’t just mean in terms of how much I like eating, but the quantities I eat, as well. And I think many of my fellow students would share my joy of food, even if […] Continue Reading |
Juggling fest teaches the art of playFor those who’ve dreamed of running away with the circus, performing magnificent feats with hoops and fire, and delighting awestruck audiences around the world, the Victoria Juggle and Flow Festival will light the way. This year’s festival is the seventh of its kind and features performances by some of the West Coast’s greatest ground-level circus […] Continue Reading |
DECA club means businessA business club at Camosun Collge is giving students real-life experience in the business world. DECA is aimed at developing students’ professionalism and leadership skills through networking, volunteer work, and competitions. The experience gives members opportunity in the world of business to give them an edge in the competitive field. Jasmine Giesbrecht, an accounting student […] Continue Reading |
Eye on campus: January 9 – 22Wednesday, January 9 Interurban Mini CamFest Join the holiday-hungover representatives of your Camosun College Student Society for a day of “handbooks, donuts, fruit, and information.” Wednesday’s festivities at the Interurban campus start at 6:03 pm (?), but we’re going to use creative license and just say it’s running throughout the day, so go grab some, […] Continue Reading |
Local, Live, and Loud: January 9 – 22, 2013Friday, January 11 Isobel Trigger, Milk, Smash Boom Pow, Weak Patrol Logan’s Pub, 9:30 pm Jason Lee skateboarded to a song by a band called Milk back in Video Days circa 1991. I’m willing to bet that none of the guys in the Victoria version have ever even heard of them. They recorded a tune […] Continue Reading |
Comics: January 9, 2013 issue |
A message from the Camosun College student society: A new year of advocacyEveryone has their own way of welcoming in the new year. Some choose to reflect upon the last year, others rid their homes of clutter, and still others commit to making personal changes that will better their lives. At the Camosun College Student Society, we’re looking ahead and celebrating all the new and exciting experiences […] Continue Reading |
Speaker’s corner: The heart of persuasionCan you say enthymeme? It means “an argument that is built on a premise that is not explicitly stated.” It describes that feeling you get when you woo someone, instead of trying to force them to your way of thinking. Think of it this way: you’ve relied on your natural charm to win people over. […] Continue Reading |
