Over the Edge + November 12, 2009 BACHELOR & BACHELORETTE PARTIES, MOXIES MONDAYS, CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOURS, FUN WITH FRIENDS, BIRTHDAYS, WEDDINGS (LARGE & SMALL), ANNIVERSARIES, AND MUCH MORE ANY TIME IS LIMO TIME! www.sweetdreamslimousine.com (250) 613-5607 io) ZI ANDREW BAILEY EDITOR IN CHIEF The last few days has seen » the halls of this great institu- B tion buzzing and fluttering with political flurry akin to a bumblebee having a mid-flight heart attack. The reason for this is Ciaran Olsen's shocking decision to resign from his NUGSS position as Associate Director of Events citing schoolwork amongst the top of his list of reasons. Therefore those of you who have been hanging around campus lately have envisioned an environment of enor- mously earth erupting election excitement. NUGSS President, Lindsay Gardner-Warkentin, ac- cepted Olsen's resignation and the entire NUGSS board voted unanimously to free Ciaran from his NUGSS responsibilities at a board meeting on Sept 30". The resignation officially became effective on October 7". Olsen's resignation came as no surprise to NUGSS board members as he had previously discussed his op- tions in private with members of the board; and he has left no bad blood behind as Lindsay states: “I have the utmost respect for Ciaran and understand that this was something he needed to do to pursue his academic ca- reer.’ When asked if NUGSS’ remaining board members take this resignation personally, Lindsay responds: "I don't take things personally, I think that people around the office understand his reasons and also understand that it’s easier for this to happen now than in January.’ In fact, the board seems surprisingly grateful to Olsen for having the maturity to realize the workload was be- coming too great as illustrated in Lindsay's statement “it’s better that he takes a step back before its too late. You have to maintain an academic level of 2.0. Aca- demic probation is not allowed and it’s important for students to remember why they're here, which is to re- ceive an academic education.” The nomination period, for students interested in running for the vacant position of NUGSS Associate Director of Events ended on October 28" with two News 3 Moustaches take over November Growing a moustache not only attracts numerous partners, it can also help fight prostate cancer BY TANNARA YELLAND THE SHEAF (UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCH- EWAN) SASKATOON (CUP) - If you see an army of moustaches this month, just remind yourself it’s for | the greater good. “Movember,” as it has grown | to be called, supposedly began in | 2003 when a group of friends sat | drinking in Melbourne, Australia, and a discussion sprang up about bringing back the glory days of | the moustache. To legitimize their | dubious fashion decision the men raised money for charity in con- y } junction with their moustache | growing, Within a few years, the month of November had been renamed | Movember by the moustache en- | thusiasts, and it is now currently referred to as “the month that was | formerly November.’ Movembet’s | official online headquarters, mov- ember.com, describes Movember as ‘an annual month-long celebra- tion of the moustache, highlighting mens health issues — specifically prostate cancer.” Matthew Eldstrom, a server at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) campus pub, says he origin- ally decided to grow a moustache for selfish purposes but changed his motivation when he heard about Movember. “Tt came about originally from talking with [my manager] Dan, and he told me it would increase my tips 10-fold. So originally it was selfish. Then it ballooned into realizing November was coming up, and there's a Movember thing people do.” From those humble beginnings Movember has become a huge event for the entire staff of Louis’ Pub at U of S, and most of the men work- ing there are participating. There is even talk of a “men of Louis” calendar that would showcase the men and their moustaches to raise money for Movember. While Movember appears to be growing in popularity every year, with the Canadian branch of the campaign raising four times more in 2008 than it did in 2007, some people have yet to hear about it. Eldstrom only learned about it re- cently from his manager. “I always wondered if there was a guy's prostate cancer month,’ to mirror October's role as breast can- cer month, Eldstrom said. “But I never knew until Dan told me.” The issue of men’s health is one that is often neglected for various reasons. Movember is one part of a growing move away from the stigma surrounding public discussion of men’s health. “Mo bros,’ as the men growing moustaches are referred to, both raise money and talk to people about prostate cancer. Public awareness of and discus- sion about men’s health is import- ant to stop unnecessary casualties, especially when it comes to prostate cancer, a type that is “over 90 per cent curable if detected and treated in its earliest stages,’ according to Steve Jones, the CEO of Prostate Cancer Canada. While only men can participate in terms of growing moustaches, women who want to get involved with Movember can round up male acquaintances to participate, For their efforts, these women are known as“Mo sistas.” In 2008 the Canadian branch of the movement raised $2.4 million, making it the largest charity event for men alone in Canadian history, All the money raised in Canada during the campaign is spent in Canada on raising awareness as well as research into prevention, detec- tion and a cure for prostate cancer. Student Government! Resignations and Elections Explained very different, yet equally juggernauted in experience, candidates: Alphonsus Hollohan and Morgan Melnyk. As Hollohan is an Easterner who grew up in Toronto and Melnyk a local BC’er who grew up in 100 Mile House; what we have here is a classic East meets West battle for events dominance. So lets meet our competi- tors who I have taken the liberty of nicknaming for easier reference, you're welcome. Alphonsus “Major” Hollohan In his bio, posted on the NUGSS web page, Hol- lohan placed a high importance on his athletic back- ground mentioning his time on his high school’s ath- est campus paper in the country, however he gives the reason that: “I wanted to transfer to UNBC because I knew I wanted to go to school in British Columbia and a smaller school simply seemed more appealing. So I transferred here to continue undergraduate studies in biology, commerce and political science.’ Eclectic taste, to be sure, but I’m sure after his time in Toronto, Cal- gary, and the Panama Jungle, he’s just happy to be here. Morgan “The Shank” Melnyk. In the other corner wearing different coloured shorts stands Morgan Melnyk, a third year UNBC student who came to our hallowed grounds after receiving the “T don't take things personally. I think that people around the office under- stand his reasons and also understand that it's easier for this to happen now than in January.’ letic council, a division of the school’s government. Naturally, once Hollohan had completed high school in Toronto he moved west, strengthening my belief that anyone who lives in or near Toronto wishes they lived somewhere else. However Hollohan’s decision to head to Canada’s better coast had one major flaw: he chose Calgary. After surviving an entire year surrounded by Stam- peders fans, urban cowboys, and boosters for a hockey team I refuse to name, Hollohan naturally retreated to $Texas where he spent a year studying at Dallas’ pres- tigious Honor Academy. Unable to shake the Albertan haze from his psyche Hollahan left $Texas in search of the Panama Jungle where, as he states: “I went with global expeditions as a team leader and lead a team into the Panama Jungle, It was by far my favorite trip. We had to hunt crocodile from the river at night for food the next day, spear fish, trek through the jungle with machetes, it was pretty memorable.” During the time he spent in the jungle Hollahan’s mind cleared and lead to the epiphany he had been in search of all along. The time had come for him to move to British Columbia. I assumed Hollahan chose UNBC so he could attend the school with the great- UNBC Scholars Award. The word scholar was prob- ably this local phenom’ nickname in high school as his Bachelor of Commerce degree is equipped with 4 parts: a double major in Marketing and International Busi- ness and a double minor in Economics and Political Science, Melnyk’s political team has focused on his local roots and active participation within the UNBC commun- ity placing particular emphasis on his time as a UNBC Residence Assistant, a position he performed so well that within his first year he was elected President of Residence Council. As President, Melnyk expains “I planned many events including the annual Charity Semi Formal at the Ramada, Food Olympics, Casino Night, and an Ugly Christmas Sweater Gingerbread House Making Contest, all with phenomenal results!” Melnyk is still involved with UNBC Residence as he has now earned, and still holds, the position of Resi- dence Life Assistant which, he explains, makes him “re- sponsible for the RA’s and the conduct of the residents. My team and I work together to plan our annual Rez Challenge, which consists of monthly events designed to invoke student participation and promote UNBC Spirit!" This work ethic is a quality that Melnyk hopes to bring to NUGSS. He repeatedly expresses his belief in the importance of our student government stating “T have been very interested in NUGSS ever since I ap- plied to go to school here, as I believe that it provides important services to students as well as helping to create some of those unforgettable UNBC moments.’ Melnyk goes on to explain “ultimately, I believe that NUGSS is here for the students, and I want to make a difference for you!” I like this candidate's chances solely based on his extensive use of exclamation points in his bio, it shows enthusiasm. One of these two men will officially take office on the ominous date of Friday the 13" of November. Quick side note for you celebrity trivia buffs, Andrew Bailey's favourite month of the year is November. There will be a small waiting time before the winning candidate is able to jump in and fulfill their responsibilities however, as according to NUGSS Prez Lindsay: “generally after someone is elected they are required to complete ap- proximately five shadow hours as an associate director so as to learn about board meetings, office hours, and things that go in the office such as proper etiquette.’ Once these shadow hours are done and office etiquette is mastered the new NUGSS Associate Director of Events will begin their work diligently helping the V.P. Social and the Associate Director of Planning execute and design the sensational NUGSS events we all live for. Over the Edge would like to wish the best of luck to both candidates, but voting took place on November 9% and 10" and this paper hits shelves on November 12" so we will instead congratulate these two fearless warriors on a well fought campaign. Well done to both of you, kudos. Unfortunately I didn’t vote for either of you as I will, of course, have cast my write in ballot for Rocky Raccoon. Lets go Rock! Stay tuned for the next issue of OTE for the exciting results.