25 Years Ago in Nexus: January 10, 2022 issueWeird weather: The January 6, 1997 issue of Nexus was delayed release by a week because of what is referred to as the infamous “Blizzard of ’96.” After 64 centimeters of snow in one day, and a total of 124 centimeters over eight days in December 1996, Camosun spent 250 worker hours and $20,000 between […] Continue Reading |
The Nexus 2022 movie preview guide2021 was a great year for movies; see my list of the best ones over on page 11 of this very issue. Will 2022 top it? Time will tell, but one thing is for certain: some great movies are in store over the next 12 months. From the definitive origin story of a certain buzzing […] Continue Reading |
Nic’s Flicks: The best movies of 20212021 was one hell of a year for movies. We had some great blockbuster movies like No Time to Die, starring Daniel Craig, and Marvel gems Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Black Widow. We were also treated to some great little independent movies like Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog […] Continue Reading |
Let’s Talk 2.0: Bisexual erasureBisexuality, like most terms in the LGBTQ+ community, is an umbrella term that covers a broad spectrum; in its most basic definition, bisexuality is considered to be romantic or sexual attraction toward both men and women. There are tons of amazing bi people out there, but, unfortunately, our society is disregarding at best and biphobic […] Continue Reading |
Take a Break with Shuffle Duck: January 10, 2022 issue |
Open Space: Why a strong community college needs a strong community theatreLet’s talk about theatre, dear reader. There are few things more stimulating and exciting than live theatre expressing an artistic culture. It creates a synergistic relationship between the actors and audience, and the exploration of drama, horror, and comedy in a live setting can move viewers to laughter and tears. Sadly, Camosun is lacking both […] Continue Reading |
Oh How the Flowers Fly: January 10, 2022 issue |
New poetry collection from Toronto writer Natalie Wee fresh, relatableI’m always trying to find more literature from queer writers, so I was thrilled to read Toronto-based writer Natalie Wee’s new collection of poetry, Beast at Every Threshold. The collection of poems touches on Wee’s experiences as a woman, as a queer person, and as an immigrant. She does a magnificent job of exploring the […] Continue Reading |
Kaleidoscope: January 10, 2022 issue |
Camosun students from Kenya raise $2,500 for Doctors Without BordersIn the fall 2021 semester, Camosun partnered with World University Service of Canada (WUSC) to bring nine refugees from Kenya to Victoria through HIRES, an employment-linked sponsorship pathway program. The students completed an eight-week Hospitality Management program at Camosun to prepare them to join workplace sponsorships in Tofino. During their time in Victoria, these new […] Continue Reading |
