Panel to discuss public oversight at Lansdowne eventPublic oversight. What is it, and what does it mean for you? Okay, hold on: I can see you turning the page already, so just give me two minutes. Trust me, by the end of this article, you’ll be all over public oversight. In a world where technology moves ahead at a rate faster than […] Continue Reading |
A trio of restaurants to check out during the holidaysWhat does a starving college student do with most of their limited spending cash? Eat and drink, of course! For me, the emphasis is very much on the eating, as I love food and I can eat an atrocious amount of it (where it all goes, I haven’t figured out yet). So in preparation for […] Continue Reading |
Hats off to hatsHats are statement accessories. Whether the hat has a massive plume of feathers gushing out of its crown or it’s a simple black beret, people are going to notice the person wearing a hat. And that, in turn, can be a confidence builder. “You’re going to get a few comments and compliments from people when […] Continue Reading |
Last-minute shopping the only wayDoing holiday shopping ahead of time is so overrated. Leaving the gift-getting to the last minute will be sure to get your creative juices, and your adrenaline, flowing like rum and eggnog. In the back of every Christmas gift-giver’s mind there’s a little voice that whispers, “Maybe you should start thinking about shopping for gifts,” […] Continue Reading |
Controversial webcast on HIV issues in Africa aims to open minds on an international scaleA first-time webcast focusing on the epidemic of HIV/AIDS and disabilities in Africa will broadcast on November 29 from University of Victoria’s Cinecenta theatre. As part of the webcast, a live international panel will discuss the issues around stigma, gender, human rights, and self-worth. The panel is taking on the challenge of addressing these controversial […] Continue Reading |
News Briefs: Oil, cocaine, sled dogs, etc.Business students win competition Four Camosun College business students were recently awarded the top prize in an accountants’ case competition at Simon Fraser University. The Camosun team of Eric Brabander, Annette Wagers, Natalia Simo, and John Turner won a $2,500 shared scholarship. Students were given one day to work on a case assignment before presenting […] Continue Reading |
CUPE job action disrupts Camosun as workers fight for contractStriking Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) support staff workers at Camosun College took job action on Tuesday November 20 and Wednesday November 21. Signs gripped in cold fists wrapped in soggy gloves were waved through the air. Flags were raised and automobiles issued honks of encouragement. If one didn’t know better, they might mistake […] Continue Reading |
20 years ago in Nexus: November 28th, 2012Idiots rule: Words & Thoughts for the Thinking Idiot was a column by Alan Callbeck two decades back in these very pages. In our November 30, 1992 issue, Callbeck looked at Canada’s catch-22 economy, and took no prisoners. Responding to claims that Canadians are “well off,” he said that “the number crunchers base this perception […] Continue Reading |
Eye on Campus: November 28th, 2012 issueUntil January 4 Dead trees inside Event for sick kids featuring fancy trees, pretty lights, and an excuse to wear that “I don’t need an excuse to wear this” beauty of an ugly sweater? That is an event that puts the “win” into angel wings! The doors at the Empress will be open for you […] Continue Reading |
Local, Live, and Loud: November 28, 2012 – January 8, 2013Thursday, November 29 Eliot Lipp Lucky Bar, $15, 8 PM I haven’t watched E.T. in a really long time. I might have to get a big bag of Reese’s Pieces and sit down with my family for a classic-movie night. I wore a blue long-sleeved E.T. shirt in my grade two school photo. It had […] Continue Reading |
