Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Nailing work/life balanceWork/life balance is more than just a buzz phrase. Work/life balance is how you keep up with your studies while not letting your social life slip away, or vice versa. This is definitely a challenge in the world of college students. Throw in the fact that many of us are working as well, and it’s […] Continue Reading |
Lydia’s Film Critique: But I’m a CheerleaderIf the allegations are true and Megan is a lesbian, it would explain her vegetarianism, Melissa Etheridge poster, and, most of all, her deep admiration for the female form. Even her friends and family have recognized the signs, and her totally hunky boyfriend has detected some glaring distaste for their make-out sessions. Evidence of Megan’s […] Continue Reading |
Gay as in Happy: A queer wonderlandWelcome to my column, my queer wonderland, my fruit basket, my fairy world, or (borrowing from Tony Kushner) my gay fantasia on national themes. Here we will be exploring not only what it means to be an LGBTQ student at Camosun, but also what it means to be queer in the world at the moment. […] Continue Reading |
Lydia’s Film Critique: SalesmanDoor to door, and door to door to door, they come dressed smart with wit up their sleeves. In one hand, the holy book; in the other, clammy desperation. Although they may be Bible salesmen, the Lord is seldom on their side. Documentary film Salesman (1969)—directed by Albert Maysles, David Maysles, and Charlotte Zwerin—dedicates itself […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Meal-prepping basicsAs college students in the 21st century, we all live extremely busy lives. Between our studies, work, exercise, and social lives, healthy eating can get overlooked. There’s nothing wrong with grabbing a Subway sandwich or other fast food every once in a while if you’re on the run. However, eating out all the time can […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Tips on declutteringAs the school year begins, I want to share a valuable tip that may lead to more productive study sessions. It also happens to be a reminder to myself. This edition’s focus is on decluttering. College life is busy; no one can deny that. A busy life often leads to a cluttered life, which can […] Continue Reading |
Lydia’s Film Critique: La dolce vitaFrom dark until dawn, glamour is restless—1960s Rome knows this best. While the rest of us retreat from our inadequate lives onto beaten mattresses, the elite awakens to carouse in the streets and clubs and high-rises of Italy. Federico Fellini’s La dolce vita (1960) visits several nights of extravagant, vain, and depraved stardom. The “sweet” […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Bro, you need a little broThis summer, I had the privilege of serving as an assistant coach for the Victoria Mariners baseball team. While the baseball side of the experience was more than enjoyable, I found the most rewarding part of this job to be mentoring the young men on the team. I have always believed that sport is a […] Continue Reading |
Listen and Learn: Unravelling the cassette revivalNostalgia has been hitting music formats again—cassettes have been making a comeback. The ballad of the cassette tape is revolutionary but short, holds a special place in the hearts of Gen X, and includes a pencil. First off, cassette tapes were made for dictation, not music, due to the ease of recording. However, that’s why […] Continue Reading |
Lydia’s Film Critique: Robot MonsterIf two words effectively attract swarms of schlock-hungry audiences, they are “robot” and “monster.” Plastered in large red text across an illustrated poster, Robot Monster (1953) was a lucrative success, bringing in $1 million USD at the box office. It isn’t hard to imagine why—the picture was filmed in elegant 3D, and with a title […] Continue Reading |
