Shawn Caldera VP Social | NUGSS he semester is drawing to a close, and it's a busy time for students, with midterms, projects, elections, and life ramping up the stress. Fear not, however, for stress busters are on their way! We have just finished our AGM and REMEMBRANCE : WHAT THE FIRST WORLD WAR TAUGHT US A free public lecture Sponsored by the College of Arts, Social & Health Sciences And the Geoffrey R. Weller Library By Gwynne Dyer GWYNNE DYER has worked as a freel. journalist, col broadcaster and lecturer on international affairs for more than 20 years, but he was originally trained as an historian. Born in Newfoundland, he received degrees from Canadian, American and British universities, finishing with a Ph.D. in Military and Middle Eastern History from the University of London. He served in three navies and held academic appointments at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Oxford University before launching his twice-weekly column on international affairs, which is published by over 175 papers in some 45 countries. His first television series, the 7-part documentary ‘War’, was aired in 45 countries in the mid-80's. One episode, ‘The Profession of Arms’, was nominated for an Academy Award. His more recent works include the 1994 series ‘The Human Race’, and ‘Protection Force’, a three- part series on peacekeepers in Bosnia, both of which won Gemini awards. His award-winning radio documentaries include ‘The Gorbachev Revolution’, a seven-part series based on Dyer’s experiences in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union in 1987-90, and ‘Millennium’, a six-hour series on the emerging global culture. This lecture is based on his latest book ‘Canada in the Great Power Game 1914-2014’. November 13, 2014, 7:00 pm Canfor Theatre UNBC News from NUGSS elections; it was great to see so many involved students putting some time into checking in with what NUGSS has been doing and what we're looking towards for the future. Keep posted for more NUGSS feedback sessions! On November 13th, come out and enjoy Pancakes with Professors, a new breakfast activity put together by Student Life and NUGSS. What could be better than receiving tips that profs have for you as the final days of the semester approach, whilst enjoying some good ol' flapjacks? Another foam war is being planned near the UNive Life end of November. In addition, exam jams and exam workshops will be happening soon! For the time being however, feel free to drop by the office to let us know what you want to see for the upcoming year, as we are always open to feedback and ideas. This is probably the tensest time of the semester so I'll say this: Timberwolves, you can do this. Get some rest, eat really well, and stay positive, for nothing can stand in your way except for what you deem impossible. Roll out! UNBC Remembrance Day lecture by Gwynne Dyer Geoffrey R. Weller Library ome to a public presentation by well- known Canadian journalist, columnist and military historian Gwynne Dyer. Dyer’s presentation will focus on Canada’s role in WWI, referencing material from his most recent book, Canada in the Great Power Game, 1914-2014, This event will take place on Thursday November 13 at 7 in the Canfor Theatre. Admission is free; reserved seating is available by donation. This event is sponsored by the Dean of the College of Arts, Social and Health Sciences and the Geoffrey R. Weller Library. Dyer has worked as a freelance journalist, columnist, broadcaster, and lecturer on international affairs for more than 20 years, although he was originally trained as an historian. Born in Newfoundland, he has received degrees from Canadian, American, and British universities, finishing with a PhD in Military and Middle Eastern History from the University of London. He served in three navies and held academic appointments at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Oxford University before launching his twice-weekly column on international affairs, which is published by over 175 papers. His first television series, the 7-part documentary War, was aired in 45 countries in the mid-80s. One episode, ‘The Profession of Arms, was nominated for an Academy Award. His more recent works include the 1994 series The Human Race, and Protection Force, a three-part series on peacekeepers in Bosnia, both of which won Gemini awards. His award-winning radio documentaries include The Gorbachev Revolution, a seven- part series based on Dyer’s experiences in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union in 1987-90, and Millennium, a six-hour series on the emerging global culture.