Treat your tootsies right

Posted on 30. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in Biz/Tech, Life

They may be hiding, but they still need attention

Celeste da SilvaLife ReporterAs winter approaches, feet are going into hibernation for the cold months. But it’s still important to take care of them. Mikhail Brown, a practitioner at the Humber spa,   said, “People should get them every two weeks. And between those two weeks you should try and work on them at home.” She said pedicures usually take about 45 minutes to an hour. For those looking to do a little something at home, “people should soak their feet, scrub them and moisturize them regularly.” Brown also said foot care products… ... [continue reading]

Kisses: leaded or unleaded?

Posted on 30. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in Biz/Tech, Life

Sahba KhaliliLife ReporterThe ugly side of beauty was revealed last week, with an American study showing that two -thirds of name brand lipsticks have more than six times the acceptable levels of lead,  a known cancer-causing agent. The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, an American group for consumer-rights looked at 33 common lipsticks and found that more than 60 per cent of them had large lead levels.  According to Canadian standards, lead is banned for use in cosmetic products. But a representative for Health Canada said that there are no controls in place to manage the “manufacturing process which products undergo.&rdquo… ... [continue reading]

Future officers PREP for careers

Posted on 30. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in News

Jeff WimbushNews ReporterWomen hoping for a career in law enforcement got a taste of what they will have to do through a series of endurance tests.The Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police, or PREP, includes upper body strength, endurance and agility tests. The tests included a beep test,  getting over fences, a handcuff simulator and the ‘dummie drop’, where participants must drag  dummies through a series of pylons.Staff Sgt. Riyaz Hussein said he was pleased with what he saw at the session for women interested in policing at Humber Lakeshore campus last Saturday.Hussein said of the 27 women who attended, there… ... [continue reading]

Letting out your ‘inner nerd’ to help relieve stress

Posted on 30. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in Life, News

Allison VandermeyNews ReporterSome students who live in residence took a trip to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre this weekend to check out Comicon, an annual comic book convention.All books cost between two and four dollars and were no more than five.Residence assistant Phil Vargas organized the trip.“I myself am a big fan of comics”, said Vargas. “Therefore it makes sense to run a program. There were a couple people I talked to who wanted to do something like this and I thought it would be a good idea.”Students piled into the bus to the convention centre around 11 a.m. on… ... [continue reading]

Lack of music equipment leaves band speechless

Posted on 30. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in A&E

Greg CoyleA&E ReporterMiscommunication between performer and promoter left Humber students without the opportunity to see the band Proposterous perform at CAPS.The  heavy metal duo was scheduled to perform at the campus pub on Oct. 16, but the lack of amps, mixers and even a mike led the band to walk out shortly after arriving. Drummer Hunter Collins wasn’t pleased with the situation.“Isn’t it the Humber Institute of Technology? I think they should look into getting some technology,” Collins said jokingly. “We’re doing shows and they’re bringing out little rocks and sticks to perform with like we’re cavemen.”Collins, a 24-year-old native… ... [continue reading]

Fashion Arts student named Miss Argo 2007

Posted on 19. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in News

Juanita H. and Heather S.News Reporters

By Juanita Horan and Heather Senoran  

A Humber student is the new Miss Argo 2007. A fashion arts student, who can only be referred to as Courtney for confidentiality, was crowned Friday during the Toronto Argonauts football game at the Rogers Centre.“The whole experience is unreal,” she said. “Being on the team was already a huge accomplishment for me.”Courtney, 19, joined the Blue Thunder cheerleader team in April. Miss Argo is selected from this group of 43 women.Fans voted online and chose Courtney as Miss Argo 2007, said Blue Thunder head coach Mailie Harris.“She is… ... [continue reading]

Hawk golf teams strike gold

Posted on 19. Oct, 2007 by Archivist in Sports

James SheaSports ReporterThe men’s and women’s golf teams capped off a strong season by winning the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association championships last week in British Columbia. The event, which ran from Oct. 9-12 at Castlegar Golf Club, was hosted by nearby Selkirk College. The annual tournament hosts the country’s best college golfers.Golf management student, James Castle, 20, claimed first place for the men after shooting a 75 on the final day to finish one-under for the tournament. Shauna Wilde finished up in first place for the women, ending the day at plus 19. After starting off with rounds of 69… ... [continue reading]