Open Space: Camosun needs to support PalestinePalestinian cause is crucial, as so-called Canada and Israel are both on stolen lands—here it’s Indigenous peoples, there it’s Palestinians. The legacy of colonial occupation by way of Western powers is shared between Turtle Island and Palestine. Although many institutions acknowledge that they are on stolen lands, it’s vital to recognize the stolen status of […] Continue Reading |
News Briefs: April 3, 2024 issueCamosun Enactus club takes first place in contest, heads to nationals The Camosun College Enactus student club team secured first place in the Enactus regional competition held in Calgary on March 14 and 15. The team presented judges with The Campus Quisine meal kit, which was created to combat high food prices for students. Enactus […] Continue Reading |
New Music Revue: The Jesus and Mary Chain bring mixed feelings with new albumThe Jesus and Mary Chain Glasgow Eyes (Fuzz Club) 3/5 The Jesus and Mary Chain are a Scottish alternative rock band formed in 1983, gaining critical acclaim from their debut 1985 album Psychocandy. I have mixed feelings on their new album, Glasgow Eyes. I would describe it as ‘80s electronic pop rock with modern production. […] Continue Reading |
25 Years Ago in Nexus: April 3, 2024 issueGoodbye drama: Our April 6, 1999, issue featured a resolution to a drama I’ve been following closely for months, closing the chapter on the battle of student privacy versus the installation of closed circuit cameras at Camosun College. The issue was solved amicably so that all parties involved were satisfied (yawn-fest). After student-led petitions and […] Continue Reading |
Camosun College Student Society encourages student voting in upcoming electionsThe Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) is getting ready for its spring elections and hoping that students get involved and vote. Camosun students should have received an email from the CCSS containing information on the nomination and voting periods (the nomination period has ended; voting will take place on April 8, 9, and 10). You […] Continue Reading |
What’s This? A College Meme?: April 3, 2024 issue |
CCSS offering food bank services for Camosun studentsCamosun College Student Society sponsored content Groceries cost more than ever and times are tough—we all know that. But what you might not know is that the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) offers a helping hand through its food bank services. The CCSS operates a food bank at both campuses—with help from its partners at […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Studying tipsSpring has sprung, Camosun students! With the beautiful weather we’ve experienced lately also comes a dreaded season for many students: finals. In this issue, I’ll share some valuable study tips to help us all get through what can be an extremely stressful time. I’ve touched on this briefly in several of my previous columns, but […] Continue Reading |
Còig explore confidence and romance through Celtic musicCape Breton-based Celtic band Còig will be making a stop in Victoria this month as they tour Canada. Multi-instrumentalist Darren McMullen is excited to be returning to Vancouver Island for the second time. “I love being in BC and Vancouver Island, especially,” says McMullen. “We’ve got great memories from being there.” McMullen has been a […] Continue Reading |
Kiryn’s Wellness Corner: Digestion TalkWith warmer weather and more daylight hours comes the sloughing off of winter and heavier clothes. But sometimes our enthusiasm to welcome in spring is when we can catch that unexpected last winter cold. A great trick to bolster your immunity while stimulating your metabolism can be found in a few simple ingredients: fresh lemons, […] Continue Reading |
