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By-election garners more student interest

 

By Scott McManus

Lance Writer

October 31, 2007

Despite running into a few minor glitches, the UWSA’s first on-line by-election was a success having received double the votes from previous ballot elections.

The UWSA hopes this new system of voting will not only encourage a higher voter turnout, but will save time and money that can be used in other areas of the election. “It was a successful run through,” explained Justin Teeuwen, chief returning officer of the UWSA. “Now it’s up to council to approve it.” >>

Women's B-Ball celebrates multiculturalism

 

By Ryan Rogers

Sports Editor

October 31, 2007

Local children swarmed the St. Denis Centre gym last weekend to get up close and personal with the Lancers Women’s Basketball program.

The Lancers joined forces with Athletes in Action to host a preseason match and a complimentary basketball clinic for dozens of youngsters in preparation for their upcoming season opener on Wednesday, Oct. 31. >>

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Attack In Black enjoys diverse fan base

 

By Cristina Naccarato

Lance Writer

October 31, 2007

It’s not too often that you hear of a band that can successfully combine an aggressive all-ages punk sound with “grown-up” rock, but for up and coming Canadian band, Attack In Black, no one else can pull it off like they can.

Reigning from Welland, Ontario, the band recently received ample amounts of exposure from their latest release, Marriage, from Dine Alone Records. Attack In Black made the switch to Dine Alone in the spring of 2006 from the independent label Skate Ahead Records. >>