British High Commission By Stephanie Wilson On November 20, British High Commissioner, Sir Andrew Burns, spoke about terrorism. "{The _ terrorist attacks] showed total disre- gard for human life," he told those in attendance. The real topic at hand, though, was war. "Military objectives are clearly met, but we cannot say Bin Laden has been brought to justice." Just what are those objec- tives? "We want to see a dis- mantling of terrorist networks. The thought that any govern- ment could shield terrorists - that is not simply misplaced patriotism." He was quick to point out that "This is not a war against Islam, it-is a war against ter- rorism against mass murder." Evidence against Bin Laden was made public on October 4. According to Sir Burns, "His words were frankly genocidal." He also addressed con- cerns that US foreign policy, particularly US foreign policy on the Middle East, con- tributed to the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. "We have a very big problem to address in the future" in regards to anti- West and anti-American sen- timent in the Middle East. British High Commissioner, Sir Andrew Burns, visited UNBC in order to News Before 3 million not. ignored. September 11, Afghans received food assis- tance and 4.5 million were seeking refugee status in other countries. The solution, er Comes to UNBC Sir Andrew Burns addressed the political future of Afghanistan and proposed the steps needed to ensure there is a future. First of all, "The future of Afghanistan should be in the hands of the Afghan people themselves," but Sir Burns stated that "We don't want to see the Taliban replaced by the Northern Alliance." Next, an international coalition should be formed to rebuild the country. "The new leaders should have internal and external support," added Sir Burns. The United Nations should take the lead in Afghanistan, and "We should be pre- pared to devote Noto By Diane Hypolite PASte lee In the past, Canada and the United speak about terrorism around the world. However, Sir Burns conclud- ed with, "There is no earthly justification to mass murder." Humanitarian issues were UNBC Drops in Maclean’s Rating By Aphra Hughes UNBC dropped from 10th to 14th in the Maclean’s sur- vey this year. However, the university came top in spend- ing on library acquisitions, rose to sixth best in number of national awards won by students, and doubled the amount of student awards. The average’ entering grade has also _ risen, Support Community Living Rally Come out and support your friends, family members and community members with disabilities in fighting for their rights as equal citizens. although the proportion of faculty with PhD’s has dropped as a result of hiring people who are still complet- ing the, degrees. President Jago is “disap- pointed with our drop”, but says UNBC graduates siill are the most satisfied in BC and are very successful at finding jobs. said Sir Burns, is to increase foreign aid. "The UK was the first country te contribute to humanitarian aid." Kingdom have worked hand-in-hand to find peace. Now, said Sir Burns, "We are absolutely working together on this." Junior Varsity Update By Aphra Hughes The UNBC men’s junior varsity hockey team, the Wolfpack, ate Bugbusters for dinner on November 16th, winning 13-1. They played Nor-Spec on November 23rd, but had not given Over the Edge their results by press time. The men’s Wolfpack soccer team was due to play two games on November 25th, and the women’s soccer Wolfpack was scheduled for one game on November 26th. Neither team has given Over the Edge their results yet. Date: December 7, 2001 Time: Noon to 1:00 pm Where: City Hall Lawn Contact: Dawn Hemingway 960-5694 3rd Annual Winter Formal January 19, 2001 Tickets go on sale Jan 14-18 Presented by UNBC Sorority NUGSS and 94.3 THE X PROUDLY PRESENT THE FOURTH ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS Wendsday January 9, 2002 7:00 PM. UNBC WINTERGARDEN FREE EVENT DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES DECEMBER 17, 2001 - 3:00 PM DROP OFF ENTRRIES AT NUGGS OFFICE AND THE X (1940 3RD AVE.) Please submit « demo tape and biography _For more.info.Call the. 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