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Students hope cricket receives more exposure as intramurals begin

Cricket intramurals have started at the dome in Z-building. Every Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. you’ll find players on the field, bowling toward the wickets, scoring runs and […]

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February 13, 2023
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Joseph Alappat stands outside of the Z-building before a cricket match on Wednesday.

Cricket intramurals have started at the dome in Z-building.

Every Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. you’ll find players on the field, bowling toward the wickets, scoring runs and trying to get the batsmen out.

This addition to Algonquin’s intramurals allows cricket enthusiasts to compete on the pitch.

Vanshaj Chuttani, a first-year computer programming student at the college, decided to join since he used to play back home. “I’m in mad love with cricket,” Chuttani said. “Thought I’d pursue it.”

“I cannot even begin to tell you how excited I am. I’m exploring everything. It’s a good place to take stress out,” said Joseph Alappat, a project management student in his second semester.

Alappat played cricket in high school in India where he would officiate matches.

“There are laws of the game. There has to be people to enforce these laws so everyone gets the benefit of playing the game,” Alappat explained.

Vipan Venugopal, a first-year energy management student, loves sports and played high school cricket in his district of Keila in India.

“I was an umpire for tournaments. I was part of the club Full Errenes,” Venugopal said.

But these players are disappointed over the low turnout.

“I was really excited but there’s not many here. Hopefully, more will show,” said Venugopal. “They have to promote cricket. They can employ training clubs or inter-collegiate tournaments.”

Alappat thinks playing at the college’s dome is a cheaper solution than the alternative.

“This is an opportunity to play with friends in the winter when open fields are unavailable. It’s a game changer. My friends have to pay $100 to play at the dome downtown. It’s a lot,” Alappat said.

According to Alappat, cricket is not well established in Canada yet. “Not many players here as you can see,” he said.

He believes Algonquin could “do a bit more aggressive marketing. More publicity.”

The same goes for Chuttani. “There should be more popularity with this sport,” he said.

“Cricket is a very good sport. I want a good stadium and good equipment for us. The pitches can be improved—it’s actually for football ground. They should give players time to practise,” Chuttani said.

Aside from these issues, Chuttani said, “They are doing very well, despite that cricket isn’t popular in Canada.”

If students want to register their team, they can visit the registration table at the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre in X-building or call (613) 727-4723, extension 7294.

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Friends trivia night has students remembering ’90s sitcom

Friends trivia brought Algonquin College students together for a trivia night with smiles and laughter on their faces. The show first aired back in September 1994 and instantly became an […]

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February 13, 2023
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Gokila Kumar (left), Roshan Sayyed (middle), Pranjali Naik (right) were winners of the Friends trivia night on Thursday.

Friends trivia brought Algonquin College students together for a trivia night with smiles and laughter on their faces.

The show first aired back in September 1994 and instantly became an institution in the ’90s, with people getting the Rachel haircut, the show being aired in 18 different languages and the actors’ faces on every magazine and billboard.

Friends trivia happened last Thursday night in the Observatory. There were three different categories: general questions, guess that character and behind the scenes.

“The reason why we went with Friends as a theme for our first trivia night is because they had a really big resurgence over the past few years and especially with the pandemic making it popular again,” said Nakeya Francis, head of the event planning with the Students’ Association.

Daly McGoey, a first-year architecture technology student, believes the show is popular because so many people can relate to it.

“Being in your 20s you are trying to figure out your life and career, but also being away from your family which is hard and your best friends become your family,” said McGoey

The Observatory started filling with smiles as students got in their seats ready for the trivia to start. Once it hit 8 p.m. Francis grabbed the microphone and started asking the questions.

Pens started to hit the paper with answers and once the guess that character category came up, many students were talking with their groups about their favourite and least favourite characters.

“Joey is my favourite, he is such a sweetheart and an amazing friend, I just love him,” said Gokila Kumar, a student in brand management.

Once the last set of trivia questions was announced and papers were handed in to be tallied up for first, second and third place, students were enjoying food from the Observatory kitchen and laughing with their teammates.

The prizes for the winners were coffee, Friends stickers and magnets and Friends mugs.

Pranjali Naik, Gokila Kumar and Roshan Sayyed won the four mugs after finishing in first place.

“The characters have such a strong bond in the show and all of us crave that kind of friendships in real life,” said Naik, a bakery and pastry arts management student.

The show Friends will always have a strong influence on many people, when it first aired on television 30 years ago, along with the Friends reunion which came out in May 2021. The Friends cast will always be there for you.

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Pink Floyd tribute band, Comfortably Numb, sells out Commons Theatre again

Working to uphold their pledge to offer audience’s the most psychedelic Pink Floyd experience in Canada, tribute band Comfortably Numb has sold out the Algonquin Commons Theatre every time they’ve […]

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February 13, 2023
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(Left to right) Geneviève Bourgeois, Chris Houle, Azim Keshavjee, Brent Hultquist and Paul Oatway performed at the Algonquin Commons Theatre on Jan. 28.

The band’s sell-out show on Jan. 28 was no different.

“The band is honest just about what it does,” said the band’s founder Azim Keshavjee. “We know were not Pink Floyd. We’re playing our music. We love what the fans feel about the music. We love the music.”

And from the cheers resounding in the audience in between songs, there was a lot of love to go around.

Their palpable chemistry was especially clear through textbook instrument switches and when the background singers and lead vocals aligned perfectly. Their polished performance conveyed the how comfortably the well-seasoned performers have developed their show over three decades.

The band recently passed its 30th anniversary since they began serving the music of Pink Floyd in 1993. Over their time performing all around Canada, Comfortably Numb has been critically acclaimed, won awards and was even endorsed by Pink Floyd themselves.

Between the audience’s energy, immaculate guitar and resounding vocals, its clear adherence to the original otherworldly sound is top of mind for the tribute band.

The immensely talented ensemble consists of Azim “AK” Keshavjee, on main vocals and shredding the lead guitar. Geneviève “Gin” Bourgeois is on the keys and supporting lead vocals. Paul “Otis” Oatway backs the vocals and bass. Chris Houle sets the tempo on drums, while Brent Hultquist accompanies backing vocals with his keyboard playing and standout sax solos.

The set casted countless lasers and panned lights and lasers throughout the dimly lit theatre, but each song introduced a new scene and graphic on the projector screen. The graphics showed a series of trippy sequences, including but not limited to people running, various burning buildings, a moon and disco ball.

One bandmate operates the lights show while the other works the lasers. Respectively accountable for the video screen projections, psychedelic lights and multicolour beams eclipsing the band. One member is also responsible for the sound.

“It’s an awesome place here, very professional,” Oatway said. “The crew here is great. We get treated great. The venue itself, the sound system, the atmosphere is awesome.”

On tour commemorating the release of Pink Floyd’s Animals 45 years ago, the show also celebrated Pink Floyd’s albums, Wish You Were Here and The Wall.

“We have a really good relationship with the theatre and the staff here,” said the band’s lead guitarist Keshavjee. “They treat us impeccably. Any time we come, they treat us with respect, the sound is right on the money, it’s very professionally run. It’s clinically clean, ya know, very well done.”

Selling out for no less than A-class venues with theatre-level standards, the band collectively expressed positive reviews of the ACT.

“The backstage area is so much nicer than other venues,” Bourgeois said. “You have no idea.”

The main reason the proudly Canadian band is pleased to sell out shows here is being able to return to their hometown of Ottawa afterwards.

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Algonquin commons theatre | Band | Commons theatre | Light show | Music

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Culinary students serve up breakfast at the Canadian Culinary Championship

The Canadian Culinary Championship held its black box competition at Algonquin College’s in Restaurant International in the H-building on Feb. 4. This event brought people together to celebrate Canadian food […]

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February 13, 2023
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Algonquin College culinary student Jmark Robin Domina makes an omelette in the breakfast buffet.

The Canadian Culinary Championship held its black box competition at Algonquin College’s in Restaurant International in the H-building on Feb. 4.

This event brought people together to celebrate Canadian food and culture. Several participating chefs were among the top contestants in the 2022 regional competition. Ottawa’s chef Briana Kim of Alice Restaurant’s was thrilled to be named the winner of the evening event.

The competition consisted of three sections: the mystery wine pairing, the black box competition and the grand finale. The black box competition took place at Algonquin College and was one of the most intriguing and exhilarating parts of the competition.

During this section, chefs were provided with a selection of ingredients with local Canadian flavours spontaneously, adding to the excitement and unpredictability of the event. Working in teams of two, they had just one hour to create a dish that would be tasted and judged by a panel of experts.

Attendees and media were treated to a complimentary breakfast buffet and omelets made on-site by Algonquin College culinary students. The menu included various options such as croissants, bacon, yogurt and roasted tomatoes. All food and bar drinks were made and served by the students of School of Hospitality and Tourism.

“The food was excellent, particularly the omelets that the students made on-site,” said Val Cai, a marketing coordinator from Ottawa Tourism. “Since the event started early, many people, including myself, didn’t have time for breakfast. I appreciated the thoughtfulness of having a breakfast buffet available.”

As they enjoyed their breakfast and drinks, spectators could look closely at the chefs in action. The chefs’ recipe creation, ingredient selection and preparation techniques were displayed on a big screen, allowing a detailed view of their skills and thought processes.

Algonquin College culinary students Gina (left) and Jmark (right) provided omelettes in the breakfast buffet, and talked about their feelings about the event. — Algonquin College culinary students Gina Marebe (left) and Jmark Robin Domina (right) provided omelettes in the breakfast buffet.

“It’s an exciting experience,” said Gina Marebe, a second-year culinary student. “These are the chefs we learned about in class, and to have the opportunity to see their skills up close and in person is fantastic. I’m so happy to have been a part of it.”

Jmark Robin Domina, a second-year culinary student participated in the event as he saw it as a great way to gain experience.

“I’m thrilled to see the famous top chefs up close and to work towards being in their position one day,” he said. “Hopefully, we’ll get the chance to stand there too.”

Domina and Marebe were in charge of preparing omelettes for the event attendees.

Despite a surprise power outage that struck at 10:30 a.m., the competition organizers quickly handled the situation and rescheduled the remaining portion of the competition for later in the evening.

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KJ Forman leads colouring workshop on self-care in Creative Collisions event

Algonquin College students joined local artist KJ Forman on Jan. 25 for a colouring and positive mental health workshop. The group enjoyed a relaxing hour of colouring while sharing and […]

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February 13, 2023
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Amarah Humayun, a baking and pastry arts management student, works on a colouring sheet designed by KJ Forman at the Colouring for Community Care Event on Jan. 25.

Algonquin College students joined local artist KJ Forman on Jan. 25 for a colouring and positive mental health workshop. The group enjoyed a relaxing hour of colouring while sharing and discussing positive forms of self-care.

Creative Collisions by Algonquin College DARE Makerspace holds a facilitator-led event once a month as well as weekly drop-in workshops where everyone is welcome to join with no experience required.

On Mental Health Week with Bell Let’s Talk, Creative Collisions invited Forman to lead a workshop on what they do best: combining self-care and art. Organized by Zeynep Guzide, Lindsay Snow and Ryan Cowtecky, this workshop was a great way for students to share, learn and create.

The Makerspace is located in Room 276 of the C-building and is a place for students to explore new ways to create. There is no prior experience required to use the 3D printers, Laser Cutter, VR Headsets or Vinyl Cutter as technicians, including Ryan Cowtecky, are available to teach and assist.

Forman is a non-binary feminist artist and the founder of the Luck and Lavender Studio in Ottawa. Forman creates digital art and their prints are sold on hoodies, stickers, colouring books and much more, all of which can be found on the Luck and Lavender website as well as in-store.

As a survivor of violence living with depression and anxiety, Forman has found therapy in creating art and wants to help others find their own voice and peace.

“In a high school science class, my teacher had us colour-in text as it is proven to help you remember criteria,” said Forman.“I’m not into science but I am into self-care.”

Completed colouring sheets and Creative Collisions Information. — Completed colouring sheets and Creative Collisions information. Photo credit: Annika Schlarb

In May 2020, Forman led similar workshops over Zoom focusing on self and community care throughout the COVID-19 lockdown. During the lockdown, many experienced an overwhelming downward shift in their mental state and even though things are starting to return to normal, there is still a struggle to stay positive. Forman hopes to lighten the hardships and help others find comfort.

“After COVID things kind of suck, but there is space for you to not be okay right now,” said Forman.

The topics covered in the workshop included how to “survive and thrive,” the effects of social media and creating boundaries while still being supportive of loved ones when they need it.

Students shared ways they stay physically and mentally healthy which included exercising at the gym, staying hydrated, and even practicing breathing exercises. Forman suggests “anything that makes your body feel good” can help you feel good mentally.

Being on social media too often can cause negative effects on mental health. Social media often causes users to compare themselves to unrealistic conditions. Constantly scrolling becomes an addiction and a very common way to waste time. The group discussed other ways to stay mindlessly busy including crocheting, painting, drawing, baking and cooking.

It is also important to be aware of friends and family who could also be going through difficult situations. If someone is struggling and finds it overwhelming to be a reliable support system for another person, that should be recognized.

“You may not be able to be helpful when you’re not in the right headspace,” said Forman.

Colouring for Community Care organizers Ryan Cowtecky, Lindsay Snow, Zeynep Guzide and KJ Forman at the event Wednesday afternoon. — Colouring for Community Care organizers Ryan Cowtecky, Lindsay Snow, Zeynep Guzide and KJ Forman at the event on Jan. 25. Photo credit: Annika Schlarb

Participants were glad they attended the event.

“It’s nice to take a break from all the assignments for school,” said hospitality management student Khushi Patel. “I liked learning how everyone kind of goes through similar things and was able to share their thoughts. We are not alone.”

Culinary management student Akhisri Chowdhury also shared the comfort she felt after the event. “This was very helpful, different people had some very unique ideas that I’m glad I now know about,” she said. “The breathing exercises we talked about sounded very interesting. I think I’m going to try it.”

Baking and pastry arts student Amarah Humyun agreed that “it’s cool hearing about everyone’s experiences and having the freedom to participate.”

Students can find various resources on-campus and online in terms of therapy and school aid. The Centre for Accessible Learning has remote, over-the-phone and in-person appointments available for everyone which can be easily accessed online at welcomecentre@algonquincollege.com or by phoning 613-727-4723 ext.7200.

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Home | Luck and Lavender Studio | LGBT Artist in Ottawa, Canada

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MakerSpace | Office of Applied Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (algonquincollege.com)

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Trudeau meets Algonquin College nursing students

It’s “incredibly inspiring” that students are getting into nursing after the “crazy difficult year of COVID,” Justin Trudeau said during a meeting with Algonquin College’s nursing students on Friday. “We […]

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Trudeau was well received by the students and the faculty. Students were trying to get a picture with the Prime Minister after the event.

“We were seeing all the challenges in our healthcare system, all the gaps. Each of you decided that you wanted to be a part of serving and helping your fellow Canadians,” Trudeau said.

This was the first time Trudeau visited Algonquin College as prime minister. He last visited the college during the election campaign in 2014.

“It’s an opportunity for me to sit down with all of you and talk about your future and our future, collectively as a country,” Trudeau said.

During an hour-long talk students asked questions on health care, education, immigration and mental health.

“I think because of the health care crisis and the pandemic, he’s very interested in ensuring that those who are moving into the workforce are well supported. And he wanted to hear what the nursing students had to say,” said Jane Trakalo, the dean for the Faculty of Health, Safety and Community Studies.

The Prime Minister’s Office contacted the college on Monday this week. For security issues, no information was published prior to the event.

“We got an email very late last night,” said Brenda Rodriguez, a second-year nursing student. “They just said some kind of minister was coming. We didn’t know it was the prime minister.”

Events with guest speakers are usually well-advertised in advance, according to Farbod Karimi, chair of Learning and Teaching Services.

“When we have events, we usually know about them ahead of time. We like to know who comes, if Claude (Brulé, the president of the college) is available, things like that,” Karimi said.

Trudeau was well-received by the students and faculty.

“I really enjoyed it (the event). He is a very friendly person,” said Rodriguez.

“I think it was an exceptional event,” Trakalo said. “I think any time anyone has the opportunity to speak directly to the prime minister. (It) is fabulous.”

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Rocket League team qualifies for next tournament

Algonquin College Green, one of the college’s Rocket League teams, qualified on Feb. 4 for the spring tournament by making it into the top eight in the Ontario Collegiate Rocket […]

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From top to bottom, Daniel Aguilar, Aaron Thompson and Brodyn Allen, make up the college's Green Team for Rocket League Esports. They made the top eight in the winter qualifier.

Algonquin College Green, one of the college’s Rocket League teams, qualified on Feb. 4 for the spring tournament by making it into the top eight in the Ontario Collegiate Rocket Soccer winter cup tournament.

Algonquin College Green was eliminated in the fifth round of the losers bracket by the University of British Columbia. Team Green had a rough series start, losing 2-5. However, they showed grit in the second match.

The team’s members include Daniel “The Insane Dan” Aguilar, a physics accounting major in level two, Aaron “OrganizedChaos” Thompson, a computer engineering technology major in level three and coach Brodyn Allen, a level-seven student in the Bachelor of public safety honours co-op program.

The group fought hard in a closely contested match, but ultimately lost 3-4 ending the series.

“The latency was unfortunate because we were playing on west coast servers,” said Allen. “We all thought this was the main reason we lost. We have a really solid team too. Dan is insane on defence.”

Although the team is solid, they are also always on the lookout for new players to join them.

“We’re actually trying to find new players through our tryouts,” said Allen. “If people are interested they can check out the ACEsports Discord game discussion channel or email us.”

“There is also LAN (local area network) events in the summer where our players play against professional players to get some experience against the best,” added Allen.

The team’s goal is to make it into the Collegiate Rocket League, the competitive league for undergraduates by winning their next tournament in the spring.

“If we made it into CRL, we’d be super pumped. The guys would get the in-game CRL title. It would be good for everyone,” said Allen.

After finishing seventh in the winter tournament, Team Green is feeling optimistic enough about LAN events that they’re getting jerseys.

The members of the Algonquin College Green team weren’t the only contenders from the college in the competition, however. Algonquin College Black, the second team for Algonquin, played alongside Team Green, trying to eliminate the competition.

Unfortunately, Team Black was eliminated by the Waterloo Warriors in a 0-2 series sweep. They lost 3-1 in their first game, and then 6-0 in the second game of the third round of the losers bracket.

Ayman Huda, a level-two computer engineering technology student and player for Team Black, had some thoughts after the game about what they might have done differently.

Ayman Huda, member of the second team for Rocket League Esports after falling short in the weekend winter tournament. — Ayman Huda, member of the college's second team for Rocket League Esports after falling short in the February fourth weekend winter tournament. Photo credit: Noah Leafloor

“As a team, we discussed and agreed that we need to practice and run games together more, so we can develop good chemistry,” said Huda.

“We were running into each other, double committing on the ball, and not trusting each other. By running games and practising together, we can create chemistry, teamwork and an understanding of our play styles.”

For the future, Team Black will be focusing on building a strong second team.

“We might have had a chance to move forward in the tournament if we did those things together,” said Huda.

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Boxing classes are back at Algonquin College

Get your hand wraps and gloves ready because the Students’ Association has brought back the long-awaited boxing classes. Boxing classes will take place every Monday from 6 p.m. to 7 […]

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Malcolm Caldwell practicing his boxing jabs at the Jack Doyle Athletics Centre on Jan. 26.

Get your hand wraps and gloves ready because the Students’ Association has brought back the long-awaited boxing classes.

Boxing classes will take place every Monday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre.

New boxing instructor Ramanjeet Singh, is in love with the sport of boxing. Singh has been boxing since he was eight years old and has competed in various boxing tournament events around the world.

“Boxing means everything to me, it’s a very integral part of my life and I love to box every day,” said Singh.

“It gives me a different level of satisfaction when I box, I think when I don’t box during the day, I feel like half the part of my life is missing. I can skip the workout, I can skip the cardio, I can skip everything, but I want to box, man. I can’t skip the boxing part.”

Singh has been coaching boxing for four years in India and was excited for the opportunity to coach students at Algonquin College.

“When I got the call to be the boxing coach at Algonquin, it was really great. I felt like it was a great opportunity for me to train college students because I usually train someone who is more amateur into boxing or people who are going more into pros or people who already know boxing,” said Singh.

“My reaction was like ‘I’m going to train a lot of beginners who never did boxing in the past and who was never involved into boxing’ so I was very excited. I thought it would be a great opportunity for me to teach and get that sort of experience and train them.”

Boxing classes were removed in September because the former coach, John Clark, received an offer at a boxing facility to be a head manager and coach. This didn’t allow him to continue his classes and left the boxing coaching position at Algonquin College vacant. Singh took the position.

Malcolm Caldwell is one participant who is happy that boxing classes have come back to the college. “Now that I’m back into the sport, I can actually experience boxing,” said Caldwell, a business management and entrepreneurship student.

Singh has been pleased with the energy he’s seen from the students in his class so far.

“The first class was great and everyone is so patient,” said Singh. “The energy I see in them, the willingness to learn and the willingness to dominate in the ring. It was great to see the positive attitude in the beginners.”

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New drug therapy helps suppress severe COVID-19 infections, Canadian-led study finds

Local: CBC: Canopy Growth Corp., a cannabis company based in Smith Falls, will lay off 800 employees in a plan to close their 1 Hershey Dr. facility. Canopy Growth said […]

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Local:

CBC: Canopy Growth Corp., a cannabis company based in Smith Falls, will lay off 800 employees in a plan to close their 1 Hershey Dr. facility.

Canopy Growth said Thursday that 40 per cent of the cuts are effective immediately and the rest will span several months. Having lost $266.7 million in sales in its most recent quarter, the company plans to get behind other cannabis brands to up profits and attain sustainable growth.

It has become difficult for these companies since the illicit marijuana market makes up about 40 per cent of all sales, while the Canadian cannabis sector is valued under its projected $7 billion, said Canopy Growth’s chief executive David Klein.

National:

CTV News: An antiviral drug injection in the early stages of a COVID-19 infection helps keep people alive and out of hospitals, according to a Canadian-led study.

The drug, peg-interferon lambda, was tested in almost 2,000 COVID-19 cases in Canada and Brazil. Vaccinated patients were 51 per cent less likely to die or be hospitalized, researchers found, while unvaccinated patients had a greater outcome at 89 per cent. The positive effects of treatment were especially prominent if given within three days of noticed symptoms, according to the study.

The drug therapy works by stimulating the body’s own immune system to help clear the virus, according to Dr. Jordan Feld, the study’s co-author, and senior scientist at the Toronto General Hospital Research Institute at University Health Network. The therapy was also helpful in cases of different variants, including Omicron.

International:

Global News: Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrapped up a tour of Ukraine’s European supporters on Thursday with a speech at the European Parliament.

Zelenskyy was met with applause and cheers from various legislators, insisting that Ukraine’s fight against Russia was fought for the freedom of Europe in its entirety. Allies should consider providing long-range systems as a next step, said European Parliament President Roberta Metsola before his speech.

Russia is feared to be making new offensive moves around the anniversary of the war on Feb. 24. Though, the latest summit conclusions draft says “the European Union will stand by Ukraine with steadfast support for as long as it takes,” indicating a signal of unity and solidarity with Ukraine, according to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

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Breakfast is served at the AC Hub’s free monthly morning meal

Students at Algonquin College began their week on Feb. 6 by enjoying free French toast at the AC Hub beginning at 9 a.m. “It would be amazing if we were […]

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February 10, 2023
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Samantha Therrien serves up French toast to students in the AC Hub on Feb. 6.

Students at Algonquin College began their week on Feb. 6 by enjoying free French toast at the AC Hub beginning at 9 a.m.

“It would be amazing if we were being served breakfast each morning,” said Aldoline Kamanzi, a business administration student at the college. “I’ll be at school every day if that happens.”

On Monday morning, students gathered with friends to eat French toast and coffee that was being served by Samantha Therrien, a member of the events team who organizes activities for students.

“This happens once a month,” said Therrien. “Today is what we call, ‘February good Monday’ so we did French toast and will continue to do so every first Monday of the month.”

Many college students miss breakfast for a range of reasons. One of the main one that students are in a rush most mornings and don’t make time to eat. A University of Waterloo survey found that roughly 48.5 per cent of students skip breakfast every morning.

Yik Hang and Tracy Lau from the intermedia design program having breakfast together — Yik Hang and Tracy Lau from the interactive media design program have breakfast together in the AC Hub. Photo credit: Zaynab Safa

Eating breakfast has several positive effects. It gives you more energy and improves focus because a full stomach allows you to concentrate better than an empty one.

“When I have breakfast, I feel more energetic throughout the day then when I don’t eat in the mornings,” said Vedant Goswami, a computer programming student at the college. “I feel that they should make this a daily happening because a lot of us students are working five days a week, and it’s very hard to maintain an eating habit on the daily basis, so these kinds of events make it easier for us.”

Even though almost most of the students don’t eat breakfast, some people do make time to eat in the morning.

Wynbelle Salinas, a student in the business accounting program, is a fan of eating breakfast.

“I don’t think it should occur every day, maybe every Monday so that way students can be excited for Mondays since it’s the first day of the week and could bring us joy to go to school,” Salinas said.

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