New Music Revue: The Telephone Numbers embrace doomed optimism on second albumThe Telephone Numbers Scarecrow II (Slumberland) 3.5/5 San Francisco’s The Telephone Numbers are cementing themselves as a worthy presence in the indie pop scene, with their second album, Scarecrow II, boldly embracing the timeless feel of ’70s and ’90s rock. From the opening track, “Goodbye Rock n Roll,” the band establishes a clear and distinct […] Continue Reading |
News Briefs: October 15, 2025 issueCollege receives $625,000 donation The Gwyn Morgan and Patricia Trottier Foundation recently gave a $625,000 donation to Camosun College. The pledge will support the trades sampler program over two and a half years. The program, which runs 12 weeks, aims to introduce students to a range of skilled trades. Continue Reading |
British Columbia Federation of Students launches new campaign in support of post-secondary fundingThe British Columbia Federation of Students (BCFS) recently launched a new campaign, Cuts Suck. Fix Education. Advocating for the return of provincial government funding, the campaign aims to address a slow financial cut to the BC post-secondary education system that has lasted over the past 20 years. “Students shouldn’t have to delay their graduation because […] Continue Reading |
Pieces of Performance: Backstage Shade Festival quotablesBe sure to pay attention and learn your history. That blood, sweat, and tears ended slavery. As we watch abroad, we see the desecration of soil. While millionaires live in spoil. Now we fight once again to protect our rights. Through rallies and education we hang on until light. To be part of the revolution […] Continue Reading |
Thoughts on returning to post-secondary as a mature studentStarting a new school year at college or university can come with so many mixed emotions, and that could come at any age. Whether you’re just out of high school, in your 30s, or in your golden years, deciding to step into higher education can place us all on that same level. “Hi, it’s me, […] Continue Reading |
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New Music Revue: The Carolyn get perfectly concise on third albumThe Carolyn Pyramid Scheme of Grief (59 X Records/Disconnect Disconnect Records) 4/5 Here’s what Atlanta-based three-piece The Carolyn know what matters: punk songs don’t need to be over two and a half minutes long. As it turns out, no songs on their third LP, Pyramid Scheme of Grief, go beyond that length, and absolutely nothing […] Continue Reading |
Werewolf Western brings campy horror to Heritage AcresThere’s a feral creature lurking in the dark woods of Saanichton this Halloween, bringing a howling good time to Heritage Acres. Written by David Elendune and Ian Case of theatre company 31 Iguanas, High Moon combines spooky horror, campy Westerns, and a dose of political commentary in an alternative theatre format. “My motto is to […] Continue Reading |
Camosun Running Club provides students with community, movementWhen founder of Camosun Running Club Camilo Dib moved to Canada from Mexico, his search for a weekly community running group fell short. Noticing the demand wasn’t singular, he and peers within the Sport Management program started their own to accommodate the lacuna. After registering the club with the Camosun College Student Sociey and marketing […] Continue Reading |
Handmade secrets to save money on your wardrobe this fallIt was an early fall day when I saw the faded ’90s jean shorts. Set on a mannequin, they were paired with a white, short-sleeved sweater, giving the whole look a light, cozy feel. Considering the fact that the store was second-hand, I went in, convinced I had just found my next bargain. I was […] Continue Reading |
