Fasting for faith
February 5, 1997
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from daybreak to sunset. Why 1.2 billion people observe this holy tradition
Author: Editor In Chief
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Strike! Bowling captures the style of the ’90s
February 5, 1997
By Renata D’Aliesio Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble used to sneak out to play it. In the ‘60s it was as cool as greasy hair and poodle skirts. Today bowling is making a comeback. It’s louder, darker and more colourful and hipper than ever. The game has changed a lot since the days of Grease […]
Nurses look south for jobs
February 5, 1997
By Joan Vanduzer As graduation approaches, students are scrambling to find job opportunities in a dog-eat-dog work force. Is Ryerson adjusting to meet the ever changing needs of employers? This week The Eyeopener begins a two-month long look at Ryerson programs, and how students are starting their careers. Will the pain ever stop? Mount Sinai […]
Positive Space opens residence doors
February 5, 1997
By Deborah Churchill The small rainbow-coloured triangle sticker you see on doors, knapsacks and binders around campus is becoming a well-known symbol for lesbians, gays and bisexuals. The Positive Space Campaign, launched in October, is working to create a comfortable atmosphere for students to express themselves. “There are more people supportive of lesbians, gays and […]
Intramural update
February 5, 1997
By Sean Fitz-Gerald Heavy workloads coupled with pub nights have lead to the cancellation of four intramural leagues. Jennifer Mays, intramural co-ordinator, says Ryerson’s academic life leads to less play time. “The interest [in intramurals] quickly draws off as the year wears on and the workload increases and pub night becomes more important,” Myers says. […]
Mo’ money from Mike
February 5, 1997
By Simone Joseph Ryerson students will soon get more financial assistance as part of the Ontario government’s matching gift program. Robert Crow, executive director of university development at Ryerson, estimates that bursaries of approximately $600 or less will be available in January 1998. These non-repayable bursaries will be awarded based on financial need. The bursaries […]
Counterfeit cash confuses cops
February 5, 1997
By Sean Fitz-Gerald The Ryerson Games Room received its first lesson in creative accounting last Friday when a phony $20 bill was passed off by an unidentified man. The clever counterfeit crook walked into the games room with the bill, apparently seeking change. Instead, he asked for two $5 bills and $10, then immediately made […]
U of T get Rammed
February 5, 1997
Volleyball team beats Blues for first time and then splits games against Queen's on the weekend
Bowman gets slagged for verbal reports
February 5, 1997
By Shane Dingman and Sean Fitz-Gerald The RyeSAC Board of Directors is fed up with President Victoria Bowman not submitting her president’s reports in written form. “I think it’s unprofessional,” says Ron Querubin, secretary of the Board, “and I’m going to deliver to her a firm request, with the support of the board, to submit […]
RTA student hit by falling equipment
February 5, 1997
Ryerson faces law suit, safety becoming a curriculum priority
Kooky clown cabaret
February 5, 1997
Acting troupe not the traditional balloon animal and spraying flower type
And the winner is…?
February 5, 1997
Election procedure mishaps leave candidates with questions
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