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Wherever there’s cool rocks, there’s stories, and legends.

There’s a huge difference between someone referencing other artists’ work to build their own skills, and an AI mixand-matching copyrighted material to create “new” piece of art.

Set safety boundaries for yourself, and your future self with thank you.

These are real-life consequences stemming from actions any rational person would view as unsavoury — not the result of some shadowy “woke mob.”

“YouMe”

An ode to the likes of Floetry and Musiq Soulchild, “YouMe” is a whimsical blend of sultry vocals and old school soul instrumentals. Liron’s melodious writing and vocals brings an airy and sensual vibe to candle-lit late nights. “YouMe” sets the tone for your self-indulgent night in, centering you in self-love.

“Feelings For You”

What’s a bottle of wine without the realization of the depth of your longing? There’s something about wine-enhanced thoughts that have you thinking “maybe I am in love.” “Feelings For You” is the embodiment of wine-inducing love life introspection. Omär’s ‘90s love-song-like melodious construction is electrified by a new age guitar solo.

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“Small Talk”

As sensual as silk sheets and long kisses, MALIA’s soothing tone and soft writing is smooth as wine. “Small Talk” is reminiscent of the first time seeing your crush; that instant attraction, yearning desire, and I-would-risk-it-all attitude. Her tender and healing alternative R&B sound is bound to set the mood for all types of fun.

“You Are The Best Thing”

Picture this: the long day is over and you’re finally home, ready for some loving and relaxation. “You Are The Best Thing” is ideal for wine-in-hand slow dancing alone or with your lover. This song is the perfect soundtrack to colour your chilled-out nights of self-adoration. Faith’s serenading akin to an ‘80s love story brings depth and warmth.

FRONT & COMPANY

3772 Main St., Vancouver

Monday–Wednesday 11:00 a.m.–6:00p.m.

Thursday–Sunday 11:00 a.m.–6:30p.m.

Front & Company is a contemporary consignment store. With this store’s modern, minimalist design, it doesn’t feel like being in a second-hand store, especially if you are used to vintage thrift stores like I am. The store does a great job at upscaling second-hand, mostly brand-name items, ranging from pants, sweaters, shoes, bags, and jackets. The prices of winter items are similar in price to buying new items, but in terms of style and reducing demand for fast fashion, it’s a great alternative shopping experience.

MY SISTER’S CLOSET

1830 Commercial Dr., Vancouver

3958 Main St., Vancouver

Monday–Sunday 11:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.

One of the things I love about this store is that it’s a social enterprise created by the Battered Women’s Support Services. This means their profits help “fund violence prevention and intervention services.” It also “stands behind zero waste, eco fashion, and the thrift movement,” which makes it a great choice. Their items range from artisan, vintage, and designer, including pants, dresses, and tops. This is a great store to support, especially when you are looking to make a big purchase like a winter item.

WILDLIFE THRIFT STORE

1295 Granville St., Vancouver

Monday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.– 8:00p.m.

This store works with charities that advocate for mental health, such as Coast Mental Health and The Gathering Place. You’ll be sure to find yourself excited over the large, colorful space and eclectic selection. There are so many clothes to look through that it’s hard not to find something that suits your taste.

WRESTLING

The men walked away with first place on November 5 at the SFU open, while the women placed third among their competition. Across the board, seven SFU wrestlers placed first in their weight class. Aizayah Yacapin won the 57 kg category, Ryan Hicks won the 70 kg category, Patrik Leder won the 74 kg category, and Taniela Felicano-Takafua won the 125 kg category for the men. For the women, Victoria Seal won the 55 kg category, Paige Maher won the 72 kg category, and Katja Osteen captured the 90 kg category.

FOOTBALL

The men’s football team played their final road game of the season on November 5 against Western Oregon. The Red Leafs fell short in that contest by a score of 32–7. After failing to score in the first quarter, SFU closed out the first half with an Ethan Beselt touchdown — his team-leading fifth touchdown of the season. Quarterback Justin Sieber finished with 11 out of 30 completions in the game, and defensive back Ryan Barthelson led the Red Leafs with 11 tackles. In December, SFU will suit up for their first Shrum Bowl meeting with UBC since 2010.

SOCCER

The women’s season came to an end on November 3 after being shutout by the number one seed, Western Washington, in the semifinal of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Championship. The women previously lost to Washington at the 2018 GNAC semifinal, and have not been able to advance to the final since. New addition Isabella Muzzolini made history for the women’s team, being the first SFU women’s player to win the GNAC Newcomer of the Year award. Last year’s GNAC Newcomer winner Conrad Cheng and the men’s team have won four of their last five games. However, their 11–5–1 record was not enough to finish first in their conference and automatically send them to the Division II NCAA soccer championships. Both Mark Talisuna and Devin O’Hea, who finished top five in scoring on the team, earned first team GNAC honours. Talisuna was also named GNAC Player of the Year.

CROSS COUNTRY

SFU was denied a back-to-back GNAC Championship on November 5, after Western Washington captured both the men’s and women’s titles. SFU’s men’s team placed second with 52 points, while the women placed third with 86 points. Sophomore Charlie Dannatt finished first among the Red Leafs, placing second in the 8 km race with a time of 24:03.4 minutes. Seconds behind him was junior Sebestian Brinkman, earning All-GNAC honours alongside Dannatt for a top-10 finish. The fastest runner on the women’s side was junior Grace Chalk, who clocked in with a time of 21:45.4 minutes to place 10th. She was the only Red Leaf on the women’s side to earn All-GNAC honours.

SWIMMING

The men’s and women’s swim team had a good showing on November 5–6 at the UBC Odlum Brown Colleges Cup Pacific, placing seventh respectively. Senior Jordan Doner shone in both her relay and individual races. The swimmer recorded four personal-bests over the two-day period, finishing fast enough to swim in three A-final events. Two of her personal bests came in the 50m and 100m breaststrokes. With a time of 32.55 seconds in the 50m breaststroke, Donner became the third-fastest SFU swimmer in that category. Dylan Kormendy and Tori Meklensek also recorded personal bests, moving into third and fifth place at SFU for the 100m individual medley and 200m freestyle, respectively.

VOLLEYBALL

The women’s volleyball team has started November on a roll, winning both of their matches against Saint Martin’s and Western Oregon at home. SFU won their first two sets in front of over 200 fans before surrendering one to Saint Martin’s in a close 25–23 decision. SFU won the next set to seal the victory, and won their first home game after a two-game road trip. After dropping their first set to Oregon on senior night, the Red Leafs rallied together to win the next two sets before Oregon forced a fifth and final set, which SFU won. Kalissa Beltran led SFU in digs in both games. Eva Person led both games in assists, and Kalyn Hartmann led the team in blocks in game one and aces in game two.

Question 1

What’s your favourite thing about soup?

A B C D

It’s so low maintenance! You can whip a soup together with little care, and use it to meal prep for the upcoming week. It’s delicious. There are so many creative and innovative ways to make a delectable soup.

It’s nostalgic. Always reminds me of childhood lunches. It’s okay.

Question 2

Pick a non-soup dish (I know, I’m sorry).

A B C D

Spaghetti. Nostalgic and easy to make, I respect it!

Filet mignon. Ooooooh, how fancy. Homemade mac n’ cheese. Ah, so comforting, what a classic! Clams. You sinner.

Question 3

What’s your favourite thing about university?

A B C D

It’s a lot easier than I expected, course-wise! Lots of room to procrastinate.

There’s so many prestigious awards to win and clubs to join. I just like meeting awesome new people. Nothing.

Question 4

If you were to give yourself from 5 years ago advice — what would you say?

A B C D

Learn to slow down and enjoy things! There’s always room for improvement, and always new things to learn.

Don’t forget about your past and the people who made you who you are today.

I don’t know you.

Question 5

How would your friends describe you, in 3 words or less?

A B C D

Easygoing. Showy. Wholesome.

Terrible.

Question 6

What do you picture your future looking like?

A B C D

Honestly, I’m not too concerned as long as I’m happy.

I hope to excel at something important.

I want to be close with my loved ones.

I don’t know.

If you got mostly A’s

Congrats! You’re tomato soup. Nothing special, but well-loved nonetheless. You enjoy routine and simplicity, and you’ll be happiest in life sticking to your gut.

If you got mostly B’s

You’re French onion soup! Everyone loves you as well, but you can be a bit pretentious at times. Such is the life of a classy soup like yourself.

If you got mostly C’s

You didn’t think I’d leave chicken noodle soup out, did you? Pat yourself on the back and take pride in knowing you’re everyone’s favourite comfort soup. Your gentle demeanor makes you a go-to in times of trouble.

If you got mostly D’s

. . . You’re clam chowder. Not many people’s first choice. Few people enjoy the thought of seafood soup (and I’m sure fewer people like the thought of being it). BUT there’s certainly people out there for you — those with a distinguished palette.

CA 135: Introduction to (True) Cinema

For a class on cinema, there is only one cinematic experience you need to have in my opinion. Six seasons of Matthew Morrison. Professor, you must understand Glee ’s hypnotic impact on the top 40 hit songs from the 2010’s, or any Journey song. Simply hearing the “da-da-da” notes wrenches anyone into an acapella cover of “Don’t Stop Believin’.” It’s truly a feat of mankind. Glee was a special TV show that teased enough progressive ideals to make a younger Kelly feel seen while simultaneously raking the same ideals through the mud. What this tells you about me is that if you so much as murmur a song that has been covered, I would be willing to write you a five to six page, MLA-cited essay on how much this show adored queerbaiting Faberry. That’s a term I use unironically. Be afraid of me.

Mamma Mia

Dear English prof,

I learned the power of the “dot dot dot,” otherwise known as the ellipsis, from the most spectacular, flawless, groovy-dance-move-inducing film: Mamma Mia . Teach me grammar and the effect some good punctuation can have via theatrical performance instead of a boring lecture. Watching Sophie and her girlfriends prance around all over some random Greek island while singing about the mystery behind the “dot dot dot” really impacted me the first time I watched the film, and has the same punch to it every time. Teach me literary theory using song and dance! Break out into a musical theatre number during class! I promise it’s more entertaining, and it’ll blast us all to Kalokairi (even if the island doesn’t actually exist).

PHIL 101: The Ingenuity of The Fault in Our Stars

The Fault in Our Stars

The Fault in Our Stars was a beacon for a generation of teenagers struggling to find a semblance of meaning in the abyss. Hazel — the bluntly realistic, esoteric protagonist one could have never guessed was written by 40-year-old John Green — introduced me to nihilism (a philosophical outlook which is somewhat advanced for this first-year course, but I digress). Augustus, arguably the most thought-provoking (and dreamy) characters of our time, proved that even though love is a “shout in the void,” it matters. (So what if he spoke like a pretentious hipster? He read Hazel’s favourite book. What Tumblr girl wouldn’t be smitten?) If you see me with a soggy un-lit cigarette in my mouth in class, do not fear, for it’s clearly a metaphor that exposes the harrowing complexities of our agency over life’s greatest turmoil.

While many of you cite Infinite Jest or The Bell Jar as your philosophical inspiration, none of these encapsulate the complexities of life the way Hazel and Augustus did with their text exchange: “Okay?” “Okay.” One simple word and two punctuations contains an infinity that exists within the larger infinities of the universe. So to answer, “Why did you join Philosophy 101?,” I would be remiss not to mention the YA novel that changed my outlook on life.

PSYC 101: Triforce Tales

The Legend of Zelda: Animated Series

Every so often, a children’s television show will have an impact so profound, it attracts children and adult fans alike. The Legend of Zelda animated TV series will probably go down in history books as one of the most influential cartoon series of all time.

What makes this TV adaptation of such a well-loved video game so superior is its ability to make the protagonist, Link, an effective antihero. Yes, all the games portray him as a quiet and humble hero, but who does a little creativity hurt? In this series, he cares little for his peers, and it’s so dreamy.

Fun fact: Link says some version of the phrase, “excuuuuse me, princess,” at least 29 times across all 13 episodes. Talk about iconic. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always wanted to see one of my favourite Nintendo characters depicted as a whiny, unlikeable, self-serving oaf. Incredible writing. Truly a masterpiece in depicting the psychology and fullness of mankind, except Link is a small elf.

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