News Briefs: Dead president, new tech, UVSS expelledCamosun hiking club wants you A new club on campus is looking for people to join them on their journeys to the great outdoors. Work off some of that beer belly, meet some new people, and get close to nature with fellow students. Contact Forrest Kilgour at forrestkilgour@gmail.com to learn more. Space is limited, so […] Continue Reading |
New Music Revue: Billy BraggBilly Bragg Tooth and Nail (Dine Alone Records) 3.5/5 Tooth and Nail, Billy Bragg’s first studio solo album in five years, is definitely a lot more listenable and thoughtful than past albums, but it doesn’t quite stand up next to the three Mermaid Avenue albums he did with Wilco, where they used Woody Guthrie […] Continue Reading |
March 20, 2013 comics: Nobel Sloth Manifesto, Luke Sanity Deprived, Earth Council, Pablo |
Speaker’s Corner: Plagiarizing versus competingIn its many renderings, one popular Bible quote suggests originality is impossible. “The thing that has been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun.” (Ecclesiastes 9:1) This is where character and free will come in. The […] Continue Reading |
Sour Grapes: Food fraudA scandal recently erupted in Europe that attracted the attention of international news gatherers and provoked much discussion amongst online communities. No, I’m not talking about that whole thing with the Pope. The scandal was about horsemeat. Allegedly, items like burgers, Taco Bell burritos, and even the sacred IKEA meatball were masquerading as 100 percent […] Continue Reading |
Lines in the sand: equality and sexism on campusInternational Women’s Day is a day meant for reflection and action based on the progression of women’s rights. Events will be held worldwide, and Camosun is no exception. This day, meant to perpetuate acceptance and equality, is often met with a clash of opinions and perspectives. But how is Camosun College doing with equality and […] Continue Reading |
Camosun cultural talent show returnsShowcasing Camosun College’s rich diversity, the annual cultural talent show is back for another year. International students come to the college from all over the world with their unique talents, and Peer Connections and Camosun’s International department are presenting the talent show for the fifth year. “We realize that international students at Camosun play a […] Continue Reading |
March 6, 2013 comics: Noble Sloth Manifesto, Pablo, Luke Sanity Deprived, Earth Council, Ski Ninjas |
History: 20 years ago in NexusBookstore retorts: So, last issue in this column we talked about how way back in our February 22, 1993 issue, letter-writer Anton Prins expressed concern over the bookstore using 182 pieces of paper to promote Valentine’s Day. Well, in our March 8, 1993 issue, Camosun bookstore manager Darla Stipanovich sent in a letter of her […] Continue Reading |
Fashion: Do-it-yourself distressed denim shortsDistressed denim has been a trend for several years now and the shredded sensation shows no signs of stopping for this spring and summer. And while it may seem early, why not get a jump on getting ready for shorts weather? Instead of purchasing ripped, holey clothing for unreasonable prices, why not invest a little […] Continue Reading |
