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In one of the best high school movies of all time, there’s a famous scene where John Keating, a teacher of English at prestigious Welton Academy, brings his students into the school’s trophy room. As the students look at pictures of former Welton students, Keating has them repeat the words, carpe diem – ‘seize the day.’
Following this scene, the rest of the movie is a process of awakening. For these young boys, ‘seizing the day’ leads them to search for their own identity apart from that which has merely been handed down to them from their elders.
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February 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Trinity Western University CIS Athletics may have a new home in late 2008, after being given an opportunity to partner in a $45-million events and recreation facility.
“We’re looking at being one of [the facility’s] premiere tenants,” said Blair Whitmarsh, Dean of the School of Human Kinetics and chair of the TWU task force that is currently discussing the venture with the Township of Langley.
The centre, funded equally by the Township, provincial government, and private partners in the Langley Development Group, will house a 2,200-seat triple gymnasium and a 3,500-seat arena, among other amenities.
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February 8, 2007 | 6 Comments
In a joint decision between Community Life and the Conference and Housing services, changes have been made to junior and senior housing. As of this upcoming fall, Robson housing will be specifically for junior students, while McMillan will be reserved for the senior class.
Assistant Director of Community Life, Kelvin Gartley said the changes were made after receiving feedback from students and staff.
“It sort of feels like over the past couple of years, that maybe some of the pride of living in Robson has diminished a little bit,” said Gartley. “There was a great feel in Robson when it was exclusively juniors.”
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February 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Provincial politics made their way onto campus last Thursday as Langley MLA Mary Polak addressed students in an “MLA Hotseat” forum.
The politician and local single mother met students in Fraser lounge for an informal question and answer session in order to facilitate discussion about local issues and concerns.
“I love engaging in dialogue with the young people,” Polak told Mars’ Hill, before the forum. “For a local rep, it’s really important to find ways in which to interact with the people you serve.”
