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On the bottom floor of the Vernon Strombeck Centre is a room unknown to most Trinity Western University students. Tucked in the corner of the building, the small room is home to many of TWU’s original theatrical creations, as well as the school’s resident costume designer Nicole Bach.
While she was in the midst of preparing for TWU’s upcoming drama, The Importance of Being Earnest, Mars’ Hill met with Bach to discuss her budding career in design. Although she first greeted me with a quiet demeanour, it was soon replaced by a bubbling energy that was evident in her passion for her work.
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Budget cuts marked the Annual General Meeting last Tuesday, as the Trinity Western University Student Association lost close to 10 per cent of its funding for the ’06-’07 school year.
As a result of dropping enrolment, TWUSA was left to deal with a substantial drop in student fees, which are its primary source of income.
The total budget of $262 500, which is $25 000 less than last year, may change depending on spring semester enrolment. This year TWUSA is relying on revenue from sources such as the CUBE in order to balance the budget, said Greg Norris, VP of Finance.
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One year after the emergence of the Student Portal, Trinity Western University’s online communication network is struggling to maintain relevance with students.
Director of Housing and Conference Services Brad Wallbank has found it increasingly difficult to contact students using the Agape email system. “The Housing office is finding it tough to communicate,” he said. “It has become pretty normal for students to use other sites such as MySpace or Facebook.”
Wallbank’s statement rang true for third year student Gabby Labastida. “I check my email, but I check my Facebook more,” she said.
