Open Space: Camosun’s snow decisions preventable mistakes

Many students—myself included—were shocked and displeased with Camosun College’s decisions during the recent snowfall. On Wednesday, January 17, Victoria residents woke to the gentle falling of snow—but by 10 am, the snow wasn’t so gentle. This was completely in line with what had been forecast by various weather networks. This wasn’t a surprise fall, which […]

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Students upset over Camosun College snow closures

On Wednesday, January 17, and Thursday, January 18, snowfall caused Camosun College to cancel classes and close its doors at noon on both days. Some students were happy with the college’s decision, but others were quick to question why it decided to open in the first place, criticizing the foresight of decision-makers. Those students promptly […]

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New Music Revue: Wizard Death deliver polished metal on I Am the Night

Wizard Death I Am the Night (Wise Blood Records) 4/5 Wizard Death is the father/son duo of Tim and Alexander Kenefic respectively, who mix ’80s metal vocals with a modern metal/rock sound. Formed in 2023, they have a polished sound with elaborate guitar riffs and driving drum lines. Listening to I Am the Night, I […]

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Neighbourhood cat brings joy and concern to Lansdowne campus

If you’re a Camosun College student taking classes at the Lansdowne campus, you might have noticed a cat hanging around the school. That cat’s name is Alaska; she’s a four-year-old brown-striped tabby who loves to spend her days at the college hanging out with students and getting into trouble.  Alaska’s owner Jocelyn Preston says that […]

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New Music Revue: Folly Group only halfway there with Down There!

Folly Group Down There! (So Young Records) 2.5/5 Down There! is the debut album from British post-punk band Folly Group. The appeal of the album will depend largely on how much you enjoy the genre. I vibed to the beats and instrumentation but less so to the lyrics and vocals. To more enthusiastic fans of […]

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The totally normal everyday guide to beer

So, if you’re like me and you love beer, but you know basically nothing about it, then congratulations, you’re completely ordinary! Now, I’ve decided that I want to review some of what I drank over the holidays, and learn about beer. How is it made? What is the difference between a stout and a porter? […]

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