Author: Spencer Dunn
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A trip down memory lane
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Thursday evening was a treat for many 20-somethings as they awaited a nostalgic journey back to childhood with Fred Penner as their guide. The Canadian children’s folk entertainer serenaded a packed house at Chainsaw Saloon with some of the crowd’s favourite childhood songs. A popular, and much-anticipated event, Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications (WLUSP) hosted…
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Carnivore’s Conundrum: Back on track
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We’re back on track, folks. $80 was spent, and no more. Most of that money was put towards Homecoming “groceries”, but I was incredibly cautious with my money. Saturday was obviously cheat day, and Sunday I didn’t really feel like eating, which worked out to my advantage. “But Spencer,” you’re probably (not) asking yourself, “How…
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Prof launches new book
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On Sept. 19, Tamas Dobozy, of Wilfrid Laurier University’s English and film studies department, launched his new book entitled Siege 13. The book revolves around the siege of Budapest at the end of World War Two, and is a book of short stories that tell the tales of people affected by the siege both in…
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The Carnivore takes a step back
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I’ve failed you readers. This week was supposed to be “week on a budget”, with tips on how to eat healthy on a student budget and some good recipes that would last throughout the week. But that didn’t happen and I spent a lot of money this week. What happened? How could I do this…
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The treasures of China
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On Sunday, Sept. 23 an excited crowd gathered inside the foyer of THEMUSEUM in the heart of Downtown Kitchener for the opening ceremonies and Buddhist blessing of the brand new Treasures of China Exhibit. Appearing for the first time in North America, the exhibit features 40 Dazu stone cave sculptures, some of which were carved…
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The Carnivore’s Conundrum: Baby Steps
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Since lying would do me no good, I must admit that this week’s entry is not exactly the most exciting one. I didn’t try any wacky “fruitarian” diets or climb mountains: I just tried to be healthy. This meant that I worked on portion control and maintaining a certain amount of calories. I only drank…
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Keeping it all in control
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Every year, throngs of first years come to Wilfrid Laurier University and are quickly bombarded with high-spirited icebreakers, new friends and crazy events. Orientation Week is a time for students to meet one another and get used to Laurier’s campus. However, with any event of this size, there are sure to be problems mixed in…
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The Carnivore’s Conundrum: The Laughing Buddha
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The beginning, at least according to Julie Andrews, is a very good place to start. So I decided to start one step before the beginning, by cleansing. But what exactly is a “cleanse diet”? Essentially, it is a diet that aids in the purging of the toxins that our body accumulates over time. Bits of…
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The Carnivore’s Conundrum: Week one
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I am a carnivore. I have canine teeth and eyes on the front of my head. But I’m also a big carnivore. One that has struggled to lose weight in the past for one simple reason: I eat like crap. I’ve decided to change. This year I plan to transition from big, fat bear, to…
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