Job security top issue for vote

Posted on 30. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in Biz/Tech, In Focus

Job security will be a major issue when part-time faculty decide on Monday whether to join the Ontario Public Service Employees Union. ... [continue reading]

Economy goes down, enrolment goes up

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in In Focus

As enrolment levels increase in colleges across Ontario, Humber has taken the lead. ... [continue reading]

Grad covers Obama beat

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in A&E

WASHINGTON – Humber grad Caroline Laurin was in the thick of the crowd on Jan. 20, to chronicle Barack Obama’s historic inauguration. ... [continue reading]

Student Centre facelift costs over $4M

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in In Focus

Demolition has begun in the North Campus Student Centre, marking the start of a $4.8 million renovation project. ... [continue reading]

Nursing students gain real world experience

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in In Focus

Humber nursing students held a strong voice against other Ontario colleges and universities in a simulated World Health Organization conference on Saturday. ... [continue reading]

Book club grows

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in A&E

The By the Lake Book club premiered its four-part series to a sold out audience last week. ... [continue reading]

Student’s bid to be next top model

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in A&E

Student Jackie Rukeba came up short in the nationwide search for competitors on Canada’s Next Top Model. ... [continue reading]

Five journalism students travel to Washington to witness history

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in Biz/Tech, In Focus

Et Cetera reporters travelled to Washington for the inauguration of Barack Obama as president of the United States.

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Sunday, January 18

2:30 a.m. – We pile into Michael’s SUV. Before leaving, Pattie traces “Obama or bust” on the snow-coveredback window.

5:10 a.m. – At Buffalo, we declare: “We’re on our way to the Obama inauguration.” The U.S. border guardwaves us through with a smile.

2:30 p.m. – After nearly 12 hours of non-stop snow, the sun comes out in Maryland. We pass a convoy of U.S. army vehicles. With all the security promised, guess they’re going to the same place we are.

3:30 p.m… ... [continue reading]

The Set list: Your New Friends

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in Biz/Tech, Life

Humber Et CeteraStaff

Q: How would you describe your band’s music style?

A: We are the illegitimate child of multiple artists from multiple genres, a mutt . . . the loveable kind that you want to take home and care for and have sex with.

Q: Who are your greatest musical influences?

A: D.R.E, FELA KUTI, Beastie Boys, Rage against the machine, Chili Peppers, Erykah Badu, the list goes on forever.

Q: What’s the craziest thing that’s ever happened to you at a live show?

A: We took off our clothes and got really sweaty, and the ladies loved it.

Q: Where’s the weirdest place… ... [continue reading]

Enough hype, now let’s see what Obama can do

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Archivist in Life

From t-shirts, mugs, and buttons to a new drink called Barack-on-the rocks, Obama-mania has swept not only the American nation, but arguably, the world. ... [continue reading]