from the editors April 13, 2011 + Over the Edge Volume 17, Issue 14 March 30, 2011 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Shelby Petersen MANAGING EDITOR Kali Flick PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Gavin Ireland COPY EDITOR Jessica N Shapiro NEWS EDITOR Hanna Petersen ARTS EDITOR Darcie Smith FEATURES EDITOR Veronika Kollbrand CLUBS EDITOR Bianca Chorabik SPORTS EDITOR Brock Campbell PHOTO EDITOR John Hall CONTRIBUTORS Paul Strickland Janie Roberge Roy Neilson Over the Edge is finished for the semester, but stay tuned for the 2011/2012 publication dates to be posted on face- book! Over the Edge is the official independent publishing media of students at the University of Northern British Columbia. As such, it is our mandate to report on issues of interest to students in the North- ern Region. We encourage all students, both on the main and regional campuses to submit to Over the Edge. Over the Edge is part of the Canadian Uni- versity Press network of papers, otherwise known as CUP. CUP is an organization that is entirely owned by member papers, and provides such services as a news wire and advertis- ing to Over the Edge. Over the Edge is published every second week during the fall and winter semesters. Office Location: 16-350 MAILING ADDRESS 3333 University Way Prince George, BCV2N 429 PHONE (250) 960-5633 FAX (250) 960-5407 E-mail over-the-edge@unbc.ca Editor’s Edict While the snow may still be here, classes are finally finished SHELBY PETERSEN EDITOR IN CHIEF Can you guys believe that we have already finished another semester? Four months of freedom are on their way! This is an important issue for the students of UNBC to read because it not only helps you decide how you will bide your time until classes start up again, it also has some great information on the regions federal election candidates. Voting in the | federal election is increasingly important for post-secondary F students with the release of several platform points that deal ° directly with the cost of tuition and government funding. Also, as UNBC is Canada’s Green University, students should [% pay close attention to the each candidate’s environmental platforms and policies. For more information on both the Prince George Cariboo and Peace River Candidates turn to page (to be written in after layout). While the September semester may feel like it is a million miles away, it really is only four months from now. If you are a returning UNBC student you might want to think about applying to work at Over the Edge. We are regrettably losing two of our best editors to the plague that is graduation. So, if you are interested in writing for our Sports section or our Features section, send your resume, a cover letter, and a sample of your writing to over-the-edge@unbc.ca. Working for Over the Edge has a cornucopia of benefits (other than 3 having fun all the time), which include a great addition to > your resume that is sure to impress any potential employer. It also gives you greater access to local and UNBC events like concerts and sports. Most immediately, you will also receive a 200 hundred honorarium each month for all your hard work and effort. So, if you have 30 hours a month to spare and you are interested in either features or sports send in your application! So there you have it. Over the Edge’s last issue of the 2010/2011 academic year. If you have stayed with us throughout the semester and read each copy (or even just a couple) we would love to hear from you. Over the Edge is always looking for input from the student body on how to improve the paper. So, whether it is a layout issue, an idea for a new column, or writing style we want to know what you think! We want all sorts of comments even if they criticize our work! If you would like to help improve Over the Edge, please send all of your comments to over-the-edge@gmail.com! Have a great summer and make sure to wear sunscreen! “ Sheléy Petersen Restaurant Review: Nancy O's A thriving addition to our downtown DARCY SMITH ARTS EDITOR Over a year ago, the downtown of Prince George welcomed the opening of Nancy O’s. It’s perhaps one of the greatest additions to the downtown core. It’s quite a bit like something one might find in Vancouver, or another large city where the downtown thrives, and Prince George has perhaps found the missing link. Nancy O’s is locally owned and operated, and has managed to draw out community members who might not want to venture to downtown to enjoy a meal and drinks. Not only is the food excellent, but they also boast some of the best beers in town. The selection is superb, with a wide range to suit everyone’s taste. Another feature of the restaurant that has enhanced our city is the space they offer as a venue for music, comedy, fundraisers, art shows, and various other local community events. They can be found downtown at 1261 3rd Avenue. If you are looking for a new place to meet with friends or see a show this summer, don’t forget about Nancy O’s. They’ve been able to offer a great local experience, and the support of the community will only further their success. ONLINE SOURCE ONLINE SOURCE ONLINE SOURCE ‘The founders of Nancy O's,