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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Friday, March 12, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALLING ALL REDEEMER STUDENTS: Have you completed the 2011 CANADIAN UNIVERSITY REPORT SURVEY? Check your e-mails from Monday, March 1 for your invitation to participate! DON’T FORGET – the DEADLINE to complete the survey is MONDAY, MARCH 22. (First-year students: The Canadian University Report is NOT the survey that Mr. Wikkerink has asked you to complete.)

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is Hebrews 1 & 2

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS LIVING IN RESIDENCE: With only a month and a half left in the Academic year many students have inquired if they can transfer money from their Dorm's Market Grocery Dollar onto their individual R/UC Express Dining Dollar. At this time dorms with significant amounts of grocery dollars left may transfer shared grocery dollars to individual Dining Dollars in increments of either $25 or $50. All residence balances have been reviewed, and RAs and HAs of dorms who qualify for this option, will receive this information in their mail slots on Friday, March 12. Forms are attached to your February balances. Any questions contact Campus Services at campusservices@redeemer.ca.

ATTN: STUDENTS, STAFF AND FACULTY: Next week is March Break for the high school students and many of them will be visiting during their days off. Please join us in making the prospective students and their guests welcome on campus. Visit Days will be this Monday, March 15th and Friday, March 19th.

STUDENT LIFE AWARDS: The SL Award is given annually to one female and one male student who are completing their 3rd year or higher and exemplify the following: a Christian commitment expressed in all areas of university life; academic diligence (not necessarily high grades); involvement in any extra-curricular activities; concern for and influence on campus culture; one who is respected by peers, faculty and staff. Students, staff and faculty can make nominations for this award. Nomination forms can be picked up in and returned to Student Life. Deadline for nominations is Thursday, March 25 at 4:00pm. The awards will be announced and given out during the closing convocation, April 7th. NOTE: Recipients receive a plaque to recognize their achievement and a cheque for $250 made out to a local charity of their choice in recognition of their good work both on and off campus. F. Schat, Dean of Students

TO ALL STUDENTS GOING INTO THEIR 4TH OR FINAL YEAR: If you have not yet booked an appointment with an Academic Advisor to register for courses for the 2010/11 academic year, the appointment block is only until March 25th. If you do not book by then, you will have to wait until April 28, 29 or in the summer. Please check your Redeemer email for further details or contact Kim Nash in the Registrar's office (reg@redeemer.ca).

VALUE VILLAGE REDEEMER STYLE: TODAY is the last day for the sale in the boardroom, ending at 1pm. *$1 madness at 12pm - everything for a loonie.

DEEDZ TODAY: This will be a night of creating community and sharing God's love in downtown Hamilton. All are welcome! If you would like to come, PLEASE sign up on the sheet in the commons. Questions? Email Erika at evandenberg@redeemer.ca.

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TODAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

WILL YOU BE SEARCHING FOR A JOB? Good jobs are out there but you have to know how to diversify your search and how to tap the “hidden job market.” Come to the Job Search Seminar TODAY at 11 am in room 210.

TRICK YOUR TROLLEY: TODAY in the Commons during Activity Period. Come see the trolleys, witness the judging and experience the excitement. You don’t want to miss it!

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LAUNCH CREW AND MISSION CONTROL FORMS ARE DUE: Bring your forms into Student Life TODAY or Monday. Don't miss out on being part of orientation in September.

SIGN UP FOR UNDEFINED: How do you worship God? What talents has God given you that you use to praise His name? Poetry? Sport skills? Singing? Dance? Photography? Drama? Physics? Well Redeemer, Undefined is happening on Tuesday, March 23rd and is an oppotunity for you to come out and share your way of worshipping with the rest of the student body. Sign up by yourself, with a few friends, or with your dorm starting TODAY on the door of Student Senate.

DROP BY THE TOONIE TABLE: Starting MONDAY, $2 donations will be accepted in the box outside of Student Senate in support of cancer awareness. This is a perfect opportunity to put leftover change from Banquet tickets to good use! Stop on by and show your support!!

CROSSCULTURE: It is just one week away. Sign up TODAY in the Commons. Spend a Saturday serving in Hamilton and learning more about this city and social justice.

HISTORY LEARNING COMMUNITY FIELD TRIP: Join us for our first-ever off-campus excursion, as we go to see the once-in-a-lifetime King Tut exhibit at the Art Gallery of Ontario. We leave from campus at noon on Saturday, Mar. 20 and will return by 7:30 p.m. Cost is $30 (plus money for dinner in Toronto).To RSVP or for more information contact Dr. Flatt (kflatt@redeemer.ca).

FINE ARTS LC TRIP – 3 SPOTS LEFT: There are 3 spots left in the Fine Arts Learning Community trip to see "Art", starring Colin Mochrie, at the Canadian Stage Company in Toronto , March 15th at 8:00 p.m., leaving Redeemer at 6:00 p.m., and returning by 10:45. We'll have a pizza supper and discuss the play with Calvin Seerveld on March 23rd from 5:30 to 7:30. Tickets are $30, including the bus and the discussion the following week. The play explores the friendship of three middle aged men, one of whom has just spent what another considers to be too much money on a painting that consists of white lines on a white background. There's a sign up sheet on Prof. Klassen's door (128C). Students can either pay Prof. Klassen directly or put the money into campus mail. Cash or cheque made out to REDEEMER is fine.

ROOKERY NOOK: Want to see a play? We still need ushers for the main stage during March 23 - March 27! Email Amie Vermeer at avermeer@redeemer.ca if interested!

ANNO DOMINI: Now accepting applications for Editor. Want to remember your years at Redeemer? Apply TODAY to become Redeemer’s yearbook Editor for 2010-2011. Applications are available at Student Senate.

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STUDENT SENATE

COFFEE HOUSE: Join us next week Thursday, March 18th at 10pm in the main foyer. Sign up sheets will be available in the Student Senate office by 1:00 TODAY. Reminder: One song per act. If you are interested in hosting Coffee House, please contact Triona Mills at act.senate@redeemer.ca.

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DEADLINE FOR THE CROWN IS TOMORROW! Comment on the newly appointed president, Dr. Krygsman, send in any related comments on recent student events, or write about something that you are interested in (politics, sports, etc)! Sick of the Leafs? Pumped for the early spring? In a funk after the Olympics have left your life? Are you awesome? If one of these is true, you should write to The Crown. We welcome all stories and story proposals until Friday at midnight!

CHURCH IN THE BOX: This Sunday at 7 pm, come worship and hear Ron Mills speak on the sufficiency of God.

SHUTTLE SERVICE TO REHOBOTH URC WORSHIP SERVICES: Please meet at the bus shelter at 9:40 am or 4:40 pm. The church is located on Glancaster Road near Garner.

NEW AT THE REC CENTRE!! The Rec Centre recently acquired several movies, including: The Lion King, The Mask of Zorro, Bridget Jones' Diary, A Walk to Remember, The Bachelor, X Men, Independence Day, Batman, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, My Big fat Greek Wedding, Pretty Woman, and Chicago. Come by to rent or watch them!!

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ATHLETICS

SPRINGBALL: The schedule is posted on the intramural board! Games will begin Monday!

SQUASH TOURNAMENT MARCH 13: Sign ups on the intramural board. Last day to sign up is Friday's Activity period. Tournament will start at 1:00pm Saturday afternoon.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

SECURITY POSITIONS ON CAMPUS: The security department is looking for second and third year students to work for Security next year and beyond. If you are interested in receiving training and a license that can be used in positions after and beyond Redeemer, please see Security after 4pm or Alfred Mazareeuw before then for details. Applications must be received by March 26. Thank you.

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INTERESTS

LOST LAPTOP CORD: I left a black laptop cord for a compaq computer in room 212 D last week and it is no longer there. If anyone has found it, please let me know me at bhartemink@redeemer.ca or x3303.

CHEAP SUMMER LEASE! One room for a lady in a clean, big, nice house on Springbrook Road from May to September. $190/month plus utilities. Furniture available to be used. Wireless internet, landline phone with free long distance, and washer/dryer in the house. Contact ageerlinks@redeemer.ca for more information.

INTERESTED IN A HOUSE TO LIVE IN DURING THE SUMMER? Room for up to 3 sublets at 390 Springbrook, only a 5 minute walk from Redeemer. For more information call Aaron Poort at 289-239-8983 or email apoort@redeemer.ca.

ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, AWESOME APARTMENT! Staying in Hamilton for the summer? Large room available from May-September, big enough to share. Only $280/month + hydro. Central location – off of Upper Paradise & Stone Church. On bus route to Redeemer, Meadowlands, Limeridge Mall and downtown. Quiet neighbourhood, open concept, spacious back deck, bright living room, dishwasher. If interested, email Heather at hlambshead@redeemer.ca.

SUMMER SUBLET ON SPRINGBROOK: Two rooms available for May-September. Price negotiable. Contact Cara at c.ottens@live.com for information.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Ryan Hamilton, Catriona McHardy, Richard Miller and Elizabeth Eggett who all celebrate their birthday today and Robinson Inkster and Jessica Vossebelt who celebrate on the weekend!

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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Thursday, March 11, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALLING ALL REDEEMER STUDENTS: Have you completed the 2011 CANADIAN UNIVERSITY REPORT SURVEY? Check your e-mails from Monday, March 1 for your invitation to participate! DON’T FORGET – the DEADLINE to complete the survey is MONDAY, MARCH 22. (First-year students: The Canadian University Report is NOT the survey that Mr. Wikkerink has asked you to complete.)

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is Philemon.

STUDENT LIFE AWARDS: The SL Award is given annually to one female and one male student who are completing their 3rd year or higher and exemplify the following: a Christian commitment expressed in all areas of university life; academic diligence (not necessarily high grades); involvement in any extra-curricular activities; concern for and influence on campus culture; and a person who is respected by peers, faculty and staff. Students, staff and faculty can make nominations for this award. Nomination forms can be picked up in and returned to Student Life. Deadline for nominations is Thursday, March 25 at 4:00pm. The awards will be announced and given out during the closing convocation, April 7th. NOTE: Recipients receive a plaque to recognize their achievement and a cheque for $250 made out to a local charity of their choice in recognition of their good work both on and off campus. F. Schat, Dean of Students

CRWM REP ON CAMPUS: Paul Dekker, from Christian Reformed World Missions will be in the commons TODAY. They have a variety of short-term opportunities for the summer as well as internships and opportunities for teaching overseas. They also have a unique 5 week trip to Israel/Palestine.

COURSE REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT: Make your appointment NOW by logging onto Webadvisor, selecting Online Appointment Scheduler and choosing a time with an Academic Advisor. Please remember not to schedule your appointment during your class time or during any one of your final exams. Information on how to make an electronic appointment was sent to your Redeemer email account or just contact the Registrar office and ask Kim Nash (reg@redeemer.ca).

VALUE VILLAGE REDEEMER STYLE: The sale begins TODAY in the boardroom, only $1-$5 for clothing, shoes, purses and more! Please show your support for Invisible Children and stop by the boardroom from 9am to 4pm TODAY! (and TOMORROW from 9am-1pm *$1 madness at 12pm tomorrow- everything for a loonie).

DEEDZ TOMORROW: This will be a night of creating community and sharing God's love in downtown Hamilton. All are welcome! If you would like to come, PLEASE sign up on the sheet in the commons. If you have any questions, email Erika at evandenberg@redeemer.ca.

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FRIDAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

WILL YOU BE SEARCHING FOR A JOB? Good jobs are out there but you have to know how to diversify your search and how to tap the “hidden job market.” Come to the Job Search Seminar TOMORROW at 11 am in room 210.

TRICK YOUR TROLLEY: Come to the Commons TOMORROW during Activity Period to see the most spectacular trolleys on campus! You don’t want to miss it!

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PRAYER LABYRINTH: This early Christian method of prayer involves a walking journey that focuses in on God as the path leads toward the centre. TONIGHT in room 210, there will be a prayer labyrinth available from 6:30-11pm. Sign up outside of Chaplain Hielema’s office.

HOTSPOT TONIGHT: Come on out to the rec centre for a wonderful time of worship! The theme for this month's Hotspot is the celebration and adoration of our amazing God. Hotspot will begin at 9:30 -- we look forward to seeing you there!

HISTORY LEARNING COMMUNITY FIELD TRIP: Join us for our first-ever off-campus excursion, as we go to see the once-in-a-lifetime King Tut exhibit at the Art Gallery of Ontario. We leave from campus at noon on Saturday, Mar. 20 and will return by 7:30 p.m. Cost is $30 (plus money for dinner in Toronto).To RSVP or for more information contact Dr. Flatt (kflatt@redeemer.ca).

FINE ARTS LC TRIP – 3 SPOTS LEFT: There are 3 spots left in the Fine Arts Learning Community trip to see "Art", starring Colin Mochrie, at the Canadian Stage Company in Toronto , March 15th at 8:00 p.m., leaving Redeemer at 6:00 p.m., and returning by 10:45. We'll have a pizza supper and discuss the play with Calvin Seerveld on March 23rd from 5:30 to 7:30. Tickets are $30, including the bus and the discussion the following week. The play explores the friendship of three middle aged men, one of whom has just spent what another considers to be too much money on a painting that consists of white lines on a white background. There's a sign up sheet on Prof. Klassen's door (128C). Students can either pay Prof. Klassen directly or put the money into campus mail. Cash or cheque made out to REDEEMER is fine.

ROOKERY NOOK: Want to see a play? We still need ushers for the main stage during March 23 - March 27! Email Amie Vermeer at avermeer@redeemer.ca if interested!

ANNO DOMINI: Now accepting applications for Editor. Want to remember your years at Redeemer? Apply TODAY to become Redeemer’s yearbook Editor for 2010-2011. Applications are available at Student Senate.

REDUCE, REUSE AND RECYCLE! Do you have old cell phones or ink cartridges? Bring them to dorm 16 and we will recycle them for you. Thanks!

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STUDENT SENATE

COFFEE HOUSE: Join us next week Thursday, March 18th at 10pm in the main foyer. Sign up sheets will be available in the Student Senate office by 1:00 TODAY. Reminder: One song per act. If you are interested in hosting Coffee House, please contact Triona Mills at act.senate@redeemer.ca.

INTERESTED IN AN EDITING JOB? Applications for the Minstrel Senior/Assistant Editors are now available. If you are looking for good editing work experience or have a passion for supporting creativity at Redeemer, pick up an application at the Senate Office. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

SPRING BANQUET 2010: This Annual Spring Banquet is themed "Soirée du Soleil"! Tickets are available for purchase in the Student Senate office for $28 each (pay when you sign up). This event will be held at Carmen's Banquet Hall, Hamilton on March 19th. Doors open at 6 and dinner will be served at 7. Limit of one guest per student.

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DEADLINE FOR THE CROWN IS TOMORROW! Comment on the newly appointed president, Dr. Krygsman, send in any related comments on recent student events, or write about something that you are interested in (politics, sports, etc)! Sick of the Leafs? Pumped for the early spring? In a funk after the Olympics have left your life? Are you awesome? If one of these is true, you should write to The Crown. We welcome all stories and story proposals until Friday at midnight!

CHURCH IN THE BOX: This Sunday at 7 pm, come worship and hear Ron Mills speak on the sufficiency of God.

NEW AT THE REC CENTRE!! The Rec Centre recently acquired several movies, including: The Lion King, The Mask of Zorro, Bridget Jones' Diary, A Walk to Remember, The Bachelor, X Men, Independence Day, Batman, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, My Big fat Greek Wedding, Pretty Woman, and Chicago. Come by to rent or watch them!!

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ATHLETICS

SPRINGBALL: Teams are posted on the intramural board! Schedule will be posted TODAY and games will begin Monday!

SQUASH TOURNAMENT MARCH 13: Sign ups on the intramural board. Last day to sign up is Friday's Activity period. Tournament will start at 1:00pm Saturday afternoon.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

GEMS GET CONNECTED CAMP: We are looking to hire university-aged women to serve as camp counselors (TLC’s) for the week of Aug.9-13, 2010 at Miracle Camp in Lawton, Michigan. This will be a wonderful opportunity to walk alongside young girls in their spiritual journey, helping them grow closer to God as they build lasting relationships with each other. You can make a difference in a young girl’s life! For more information and to download an application form - log onto www.gemsgc.org and click on “Events”.

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INTERESTS

LOST LAPTOP CORD: I left a black laptop cord for a compaq computer in room 212 D last week and it is no longer there. If anyone has found it, please let me know me at bhartemink@redeemer.ca or x3303.

LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY THIS SUMMER? Looking for one female to rent a room on Springbrook Rd from May to September. If interested, please contact Steph at sdean@redeemer.ca for details.

CHEAP SUMMER LEASE! One room for a lady in a clean, big, nice house on Springbrook Road from May to September. $190/month plus utilities. Furniture available to be used. Wireless internet, landline phone with free long distance, and washer/dryer in the house. Contact ageerlinks@redeemer.ca for more information.

CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP! Looking for a female renter. Cost is only $200/month + utilities from May - September. The house is close to Redeemer and steps from year round bus route. Includes full kitchen, 1 1/2 baths, patio, furnished living room, storage, laundry facilities and CABLE! Please contact adykxhoorn@redeemer.ca if you are interested or would like more information.

SUMMER SUBLET: I am looking for females to sublet my apartment for this summer from May to the end of August. It is located just off of Kitty Murray on 153 Springfield Blvd. It is a two minute walk from a bus stop and from Meadowlands. The rent is $300 per month, utilities included. There are three bedrooms; plenty room for one to five girls. If you are interested in hearing more details, please e-mail tubbens43@redeemer.ca or talk to Tara Joy Ubbens.

INTERESTED IN A HOUSE TO LIVE IN DURING THE SUMMER? Room for up to 3 sublets at 390 Springbrook, only a 5 minute walk from Redeemer. For more information call Aaron Poort at 289-239-8983 or email apoort@redeemer.ca.

ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, AWESOME APARTMENT! Staying in Hamilton for the summer? Large room available from May-September, big enough to share. Only $280/month + hydro. Central location – off of Upper Paradise & Stone Church. On bus route to Redeemer, Meadowlands, Limeridge Mall and downtown. Quiet neighbourhood, open concept, spacious back deck, bright living room, dishwasher. If interested, email Heather at hlambshead@redeemer.ca.

SUMMER SUBLET ON SPRINGBROOK: Two rooms available for May-September. Price negotiable. Contact Cara at c.ottens@live.com for information.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Ryan Talsma and Esther Tonn who celebrate their birthdays today!

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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALLING ALL REDEEMER STUDENTS: Have you completed the 2011 CANADIAN UNIVERSITY REPORT SURVEY? Check your e-mails from Monday, March 1 for your invitation to participate! DON’T FORGET – the DEADLINE to complete the survey is MONDAY, MARCH 22. (First-year students: The Canadian University Report is NOT the survey that Mr. Wikkerink has asked you to complete.)

CHAPEL THIS WEEK: Apathy is one of the most common spiritual struggles in the Christian faith. Does it affect you at all? Syd will reflect on this struggle in light of Revelation 2: 4 - "recovering our first love." Join us for chapel this Wednesday at 11am.

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is 2 Timothy 2 & 3.

STUDENT LIFE AWARDS: The Student Life Award is given annually to one female and one male student who are completing their 3rd year or higher and exemplify the following: A Christian commitment expressed in all areas of university life; academic diligence (not necessarily resulting in high grades); involvement in extra-curricular activities such as choir, theatre, yearbook, the Minstrel, Student Senate and athletics; concern for and influence on campus culture; and a person who is respected by peers, faculty and staff. Individual students, staff and faculty can make nominations for this award. Nomination forms can be picked up and returned to Student Life. Deadline for nominations is 4:00pm, Thursday, March 25. The awards will be announced and given out during the closing convocation, April 7th. PLEASE NOTE: Recipients receive a plaque to recognize their achievement as well as a cheque for $250 made out to a local charity of their choice. This donation recognizes their good work both on and off campus. F. Schat, Dean of Students

COURSE REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT: Make your appointment NOW by logging onto Webadvisor, selecting Online Appointment Scheduler and choosing a time with an Academic Advisor. Please remember not to schedule your appointment during your class time or during any one of your final exams. Information on how to make an electronic appointment was sent to your Redeemer email account or just contact the Registrar office and ask Kim Nash (reg@redeemer.ca).

AWARDS FOR NEXT YEAR: Applications for scholarships and bursaries for 2010-11 are now available in the Commons, in the Financial Aid Office, and on the Financial Aid pages of Redeemer's website. Please read the details carefully and submit all the requirements for the awards you are applying for. Act now and don't wait for the March 31 deadline.

BLUE TEAM, GREEN TEAM, RED TEAM, DREAM TEAM: Do you want to lead 15-20 new students through the first week of school? Events include: Move-in day, food-drive, LAUNCH Olympics, and more. Pick up an application for LAUNCH Crew in Student Life. Applications are due March 15th.

BE GREEN – REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE:

(1) Drop off your empty raspberry and blueberry containers at the front door of Dorm 28. Drop off any empty eggshells in a large bag or container as well. Thanks!

(2) Do you have old cell phones or ink cartridges? Bring them to dorm 16 and we will recycle them for you. Thanks!

VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE! Boxes will be placed in the school TODAY to Wednesday for you to donate clothing. Then fill the empty space in your closet and buy yourself some "new" clothes in the boardroom on Thursday (9am-4pm) & Friday (9am-1pm). $2 for shirts, shoes and shorts. $5 for pants, sweaters, jackets and formal dress and on Friday at 12pm- Everything is $1!!! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca for more info. All proceeds go to Invisible Children.

SWIMMING: If you signed up for swimming TONIGHT, we leave from the Athletic Centre doors at 6:15pm. Bring your student card. If you can't make it, let Micah in Student Life know ASAP. Seven spots have opened up so stop by Student Life if you still want to go. It's FREE. We hope to be back at around 9:15pm.

LAST CALL FOR PHOTOS: This is the last call for commuter and dorm photos. Please send good quality, jpg, landscape format photos to pschalk@redeemer.ca Thank you.

CROSSCULTURE 2010: Join youth and young adults from around the city of Hamilton on Saturday March 20th for a day of acting out worship through service. Talk to Steve Harris, Jemica Hallberg, Amila Peiris, or Micah van Dijk for more details. Sign up TODAY in the foyer.

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STUDENT SENATE

NOW ACCEPTING REC CENTRE COORDINATOR APPLICATIONS: Do you have a passion for the Rec Centre? Looking for a job next year? Come to the Senate Office to pick up an application form. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

INTERESTED IN AN EDITING JOB? Applications for the Minstrel Senior/Assistant Editors are now available. If you are looking for good editing work experience or have a passion for supporting creativity at Redeemer, come pick up an application at the Senate Office. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

SPRING BANQUET 2010: This Annual Spring Banquet is themed "Soirée du Soleil"! Tickets are available for purchase in the Student Senate office for $28 each (pay when you sign up). This event will be held at Carmen's Banquet Hall, Hamilton on March 19th. Doors open at 6 and dinner will be served at 7. Limit of one guest per student.

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PRAYER LABYRINTH: This early Christian method of prayer involves a walking journey that focusses in on God as the path leads toward the centre. On Thursday, March 10th in room 210, there will be a prayer labyrinth available from 6:30-11pm. Sign up outside of Chaplain Hielema’s office.

DEADLINE FOR THE CROWN is this FRIDAY! Comment on the newly appointed president, Dr. Krygsman, send in any related comments on recent student events, or write about something that you are interested in (politics, sports, etc)! Sick of the Leafs? Pumped for the early spring? In a funk after the olymics have left your life? Are you awesome? If one of these is true, you should write to The Crown. We welcome all stories and story proposals until Friday at midnight!

HOTSPOT: This Thursday, March 11th, come on out to the rec centre for a wonderful time of worship! The theme for this month's Hotspot is the celebration and adoration of our amazing God. Hotspot will begin at 9:30 -- we look forward to seeing you there!

WILL YOU BE SEARCHING FOR A JOB? Good jobs are out there but you have to know how to diversify your search and how to tap the “hidden job market.” Come to the Job Search Seminar this Friday, March 12, at 11 am in rm 210.

TRICK YOUR TROLLEY: This event is happening this week on FRIDAY MARCH 12 during Activity Period in the Commons. Is your cart ready to blow the competition and judges away? If not, there is still time and remember, The only limit is yourself. Carts will be judged on: Originality, Flare, Functionality, Creativity, and Presentation. There are Great Prizes to be won including first place $40 Restaurant Gift Certificate for the dorm with the most impressive trolley. Come to Student life for more details and to sign-up by Wednesday March 10. Brought to you by HA Exec Group #2.

CHURCH IN THE BOX: This Sunday at 7 pm, come worship and hear Ron Mills speak on the sufficiency of God.

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FOOD SERVICES

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: Every March since 1980, the North American Dietetic Association has held National Nutrition Month. This month long campaign is designed to bring awareness and education on how to adopt healthy eating and physical activity habits. Drop by Refresh today and check out our healthy menu options. Make it part of your life!

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ATHLETICS

THE WINNER IS: Congratulations to Stephen Bowler for winning the Intramural Ping Pong tournament this past weekend!

SQUASH TOURNAMENT MARCH 13: Sign ups on the intramural board. Last day to sign up is Friday's Activity period. Tournament will start at 1:00pm Saturday afternoon.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

GEMS GET CONNECTED CAMP: We are looking to hire university-aged women to serve as camp counselors (TLC’s) for the week of Aug.9-13, 2010 at Miracle Camp in Lawton, Michigan. This will be a wonderful opportunity to walk alongside young girls in their spiritual journey, helping them grow closer to God as they build lasting relationships with each other. You can make a difference in a young girl’s life! For more information and to download an application form - log onto www.gemsgc.org and click on “Events”.

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INTERESTS

LOST LAPTOP CORD: I left a black laptop cord for a compaq computer in room 212 D last week and it is no longer there. If anyone has found it, please let me know me at bhartemink@redeemer.ca or x3303.

HOUSING NEEDED: I am a mature student going into second year looking for a place to live next year off campus, if you have any rooms let me know. Email ameyering@redeemer.ca.

CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP! Looking for female to rent for only $200/month + utilities from May - September. The house is close to Redeemer and steps from year round bus route.Includes full kitchen, 1 1/2 baths, patio, furnished living room, storage, laundry facilities and CABLE! Please contact adykxhoorn@redeemer.ca if you are interested or would like more information.

SUMMER SUBLET: I am looking for females to sublet my apartment for this summer from May to the end of August. It is located just off of Kitty Murray on 153 Springfield Blvd. It is a two minute walk from a bus stop and from Meadowlands. The rent is $300 per month, utilities included. There are three bedrooms, plenty room for one to five girls. If you are interested in hearing more details, please e-mail tubbens43@redeemer.ca or talk to Tara Joy Ubbens.

APT AVAILABLE: Partially furnished basement apt available from 1 May 2010. Large livingroom and bed-sitting area. Equipped with kitchenette and private shower. Includes laundry facilities and all utilities. Situated on bus routes close to The Meadowlands and 10 minutes drive to Redeemer UC. $550 per month. Call 905-297-0317. Thanks, M. Elaine Botha

NEED 2 HOUSEMATES: The ladies of 29 Olivia Place are looking for 2 more housemates! This is not just any ordinary house - it is central to the school as well as to the entertainment hotspot of Meadowlands and the bus terminal (a 10 minute walk). The rent for next year will be $325+ utilities. If are interested or have any questions just email either Jessica Dusome at jdusome@redeemer.ca or Katie Beth Tamming.

INTERESTED IN A HOUSE TO LIVE IN DURING THE SUMMER? Room for up to 3 sublets at 390 Springbrook, only a 5 minute walk from Redeemer. For more information call Aaron Poort at 289-239-8983 or email apoort@redeemer.ca.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Shawn Groen who celebrates his birthday today!

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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Monday, March 8, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION ALL REDEEMER STUDENTS: REMEMBER TO COMPLETE THE 2011 CANADIAN UNIVERSITY REPORT SURVEY! CHECK YOUR E-MAILS FROM MONDAY, MARCH 1 FOR YOUR INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE! DON’T FORGET - THE DEADLINE TO COMPLETE THE SURVEY IS MONDAY, MARCH 22. (First-year students: The Canadian University Report is NOT the survey that Mr. Wikkerink has asked you to complete.)

CHAPEL THIS WEEK: Apathy is one of the most common spiritual struggles in the Christian faith. Does it affect you at all? Syd will reflect on this struggle in light of Revelation 2: 4 - "recovering our first love." Join us for chapel this Wednesday at 11am.

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is 2 Timothy 1 & 2.

CLASS CANCELLATION: ENG 104B, room 212A, 1:30 - 2:45 pm with Professor Irene Grace Bom. Please note: Class presentations will be moved forward one class.

GEO 122: Please note that the midterm for GEO 122 is TODAY.

STUDENT LIFE AWARDS: The Student Life Award is given annually to 1 female and 1 male student who are completing their 3rd year or higher and exemplify the following: A Christian commitment expressed in all areas of university life; academic diligence (not necessarily resulting in high grades); involvement in extra-curricular activities such as choir, theatre, yearbook, the Minstrel, Student Senate and athletics; concern for and influence on campus culture; and a person who is respected by peers, faculty and staff. Individual students, staff and faculty can make nominations for this award. Nomination forms can be picked up and returned to Student Life. Deadline for nominations is 4:00pm, Thursday, March 25. The awards will be announced and given out during the closing convocation, April 7th. PLEASE NOTE: Recipients receive a plaque to recognize their achievement as well as a cheque for $250 made out to a local charity of their choice. This donation recognizes the good work done by the recipients both on and off campus. F. Schat, Dean of Students

COURSE REGISTRATION APPOINTMENT: Make your appointment NOW by logging onto Webadvisor, selecting Online Appointment Scheduler and choosing a time with an Academic Advisor. Please remember not to schedule your appointment during your class time or during any one of your final exams. Information on how to make an electronic appointment was sent to your Redeemer email account or just contact the Registrar office and ask Kim Nash (reg@redeemer.ca).

AWARDS FOR NEXT YEAR: Applications for scholarships and bursaries for 2010-11 are now available in the Commons, in the Financial Aid Office, and on the Financial Aid pages of Redeemer's website. Please read the details carefully and submit all the requirements for the awards you are applying for. Act now and don't wait for the March 31 deadline.

LAUNCH 2010 BEGINS! Mission Control and LAUNCH Crew apps are now available in Student Life. Join the team that welcomes new students in September. Forms are available online at www.redeemer.ca/orientation. Return them by March 15th.

BE GREEN – REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE:

(1) Drop off your empty raspberry and blueberry containers at the front door of Dorm 28. Thanks!
(2) Do you have old cell phones or ink cartridges? Bring them to dorm 16 and we will recycle them for you. Thanks!

VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE! Boxes will be placed in the school TODAY to Wednesday for you to donate clothing. Then fill the empty space in your closet and buy yourself some "new" clothes in the boardroom on Thursday (9am-4pm) & Friday (9am-1pm). $2 for shirts, shoes and shorts. $5 for pants, sweaters, jackets and formal dress and on Friday at 12pm- Everything is $1!!! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca for more info. All proceeds go to Invisible Children.

LAST CALL FOR PHOTOS: This is the last call for commuter and dorm photos. Please send good quality, jpg, landscape format photos to pschalk@redeemer.ca Thank you.

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TODAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

GET YOUR RESUME READY: Learn how to order your experience in a way that most complements your objective—getting the job! Learn to make your resume clear, crisp and concise. Look good “on paper” and the employer will want to meet you in person. Come to the first of the Career Support Seminars beginning TODAY at 11 am in Rm 220.

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DOES FOREIGN AID DO MORE HARM THAN GOOD? TONIGHT at 7:30pm in rm 220 we’ll be watching the Munk Debate: “Be it resolved that foreign aid does more harm than good.” Pro: Dambisa Moyo, Hernando deSoto. Con: Stephen Lewis, Paul Collier. All are welcome to join! Find out more here: http://munkdebates.com/debates/foreign_aid/.

AND THE WINNERS ARE… Congratulations to Chris Keefer, Brittany Knapper, Joel Faber, Laura Konyndyk, Tyler Vanholst, and Greg Hiebert for their prize-winning contributions to The Minstrel. Thanks to everyone else who submitted their work as well. The Minstrel looks forward to more great submissions next year.’

CROSSCULTURE 2010: Join youth and young adults from around the city of Hamilton on Saturday March 20th for a day of acting out worship through service. Talk to Steve Harris, Jemica Hallberg, Amila Peiris, or Micah van Dijk for more details. Sign up TODAY in the foyer.

FREE MAGAZINES: The Minstrel is here! Support your fellow students by picking up Redeemer's Creative Arts Magazine. You can find it around the school at newsstands and in the hands of cool people. Look literate. Read The Minstrel.

ROOKERY NOOK: Ushers needed for the Mainstage Production, Rookery Nook, during March 23 – March 27! Interested? Email Amie Vermeer at avermeer@redeemer.ca!

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STUDENT SENATE

NOW ACCEPTING REC CENTRE COORDINATOR APPLICATIONS: Do you have a passion for the Rec Centre? Looking for a job next year? Come to the Senate Office to pick up an application form. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

INTERESTED IN AN EDITING JOB? Applications for the Minstrel Senior/Assistant Editors are now available. If you are looking for good editing work experience or have a passion for supporting creativity at Redeemer, come pick up an application at the Senate Office. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

SPRING BANQUET 2010: This Annual Spring Banquet is themed "Soirée du Soleil"! Tickets are available for purchase in the Student Senate office for $28 each (pay when you sign up). This event will be held at Carmen's Banquet Hall, Hamilton on March 19th. Doors open at 6 and dinner will be served at 7. Limit of one guest per student.

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REDEEMER VLOGGERS NEEDED: Thank you to all those interested in blogging for Redeemer! We now need 2 vloggers who love making movies and are excited about capturing life at Redeemer. You can discuss and document student life events and activities, residence life, etc., and get paid for it! If interested, contact Christine Giancola at cgiancola@redeemer.ca or ext. 4415 by March 8th.

HOTSPOT: This Thursday, March 11th, come on out to the rec centre for a wonderful time of worship! The theme for this month's Hotspot is the celebration and adoration of our amazing God. Hotspot will begin at 9:30 -- we look forward to seeing you there!

TRICK YOUR TROLLEY: This event is happening this week on FRIDAY MARCH 12 during Activity Period in the Commons. Is your cart ready to blow the competition and judges away? If not, there is still time and remember, The only limit is yourself. Carts will be judged on: Originality, Flare, Functionality, Creativity, and Presentation. There are Great Prizes to be won including first place $40 Restaurant Gift Certificate for the dorm with the most impressive trolley. Come to Student life for more details and to sign-up by Wednesday March 10. Brought to you by HA Exec Group #2.

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FOOD SERVICES

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH: Every March since 1980, the North American Dietetic Association has held National Nutrition Month. This month long campaign is designed to bring awareness and education on how to adopt healthy eating and physical activity habits. Drop by Refresh today and check out our healthy menu options. Make it part of your life!

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ATHLETICS

THE WINNER IS: Congratulations to Stephen Bowler for winning the Intramural Ping Pong tournament this past weekend!

ANY PHYS ED OR KINESIOLOGY STUDENTS: Interested in participating in next years’ Outdoor Ed course, PED 365, or this coming summers’ canoe trip activity, PED 166, please get your name to professor Allan Brown asap to be considered for inclusion in the program.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

GEMS GET CONNECTED CAMP: We are looking to hire university-aged women to serve as camp counselors (TLC’s) for the week of Aug.9-13, 2010 at Miracle Camp in Lawton, Michigan. This will be a wonderful opportunity to walk alongside young girls in their spiritual journey, helping them grow closer to God as they build lasting relationships with each other. You can make a difference in a young girl’s life! For more information and to download an application form - log onto www.gemsgc.org and click on “Events”.

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INTERESTS

HOUSING NEEDED: I am a mature student going into second year looking for a place to live next year off campus, if you have any rooms let me know. Email ameyering@redeemer.ca.

CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP! Room for rent for only $200/month + utilities. The house is close to Redeemer and steps from year round bus route.Includes full kitchen, 1 1/2 bath, patio, furnished living room, storage, and laundry facilities. Please contact adykxhoorn@redeemer.ca if you are interested or would like more information.

SUMMER SUBLET: I am looking for females to sublet my apartment for this summer from May to the end of August. It is located just off of Kitty Murray on 153 Springfield Blvd. It is a two minute walk from a bus stop and from Meadowlands. The rent is $300 per month, utilities included. There are three bedrooms, plenty room for one to five girls. If you are interested in hearing more details, please e-mail tubbens43@redeemer.ca or talk to Tara Joy Ubbens.

APT AVAILABLE: Partially furnished basement apt available from 1 May 2010. Large livingroom and bed-sitting area. Equipped with kitchenette and private shower. Includes laundry facilities and all utilities. Situated on bus routes close to The Meadowlands and 10 minutes drive to Redeemer UC. $550 per month. Call 905-297-0317. Thanks, M. Elaine Botha

NEED 2 HOUSEMATES: The ladies of 29 Olivia Place are looking for 2 more housemates! This is not just any ordinary house - it is central to the school as well as to the entertainment hotspot of Meadowlands and the bus terminal (a 10 minute walk). The rent for next year will be $325+ utilities. If are interested or have any questions just email either Jessica Dusome at jdusome@redeemer.ca or Katie Beth Tamming.

HOUSE FOR RENT: Looking for females to rent a townhouse located a 10 minute walk away from Redeemer. Rent is $230/month + utilities for the summer months. Please contact Ted @ 1-905-818-1388.

SUBLET ON SPRINGBROOK: 2 rooms available to sublet at 304 Springbrook from May-September. Email Cara at c.ottens@live.com.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Melissa Dawson, Kristin Pali, and Scott Kerkhof who all celebrate their birthday today!

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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Friday, March 5, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ATTENTION ALL REDEEMER STUDENTS: Have you checked your Redeemer email lately? If you have already completed the 2011 Canadian University Report survey, THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Students from universities across Canada participate in this survey and the results will be published in the Globe and Mail newspaper. It covers all aspects of Redeemer - professors, classes, athletics, extracurricular activities, information technology, etc. It will take 20 minutes to complete, and a link to the survey was included in the e-mail invitation. This is the 4th year of Redeemer’s involvement and your participation is very important. Although the deadline is March 22, 2010, please complete the survey TODAY. In exchange for your participation, you may enter a random draw for one of twenty $100 prizes. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Needham at Extension 4236. (First-year students: The Canadian University Report is NOT the survey that Mr. Wikkerink has asked you to complete.)

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is 1 Timothy 5 & 6.

GEO 122: Please note that the midterm for GEO 122 has been changed from March 1 to next Monday, March 08th.

TODAY’S THE LAST DAY: Save big at the annual Booksale at Redeemer Campus Bookstore! Sale ends TODAY at 5pm.

LAUNCH 2010 BEGINS! Mission Control and LAUNCH Crew Applications are now available in Student Life. Apply to be part of the team that welcomes new students in September. Forms are available online at www.redeemer.ca/orientation. Return them by March 15th.

OUTDOOR ED: Any Phys Ed or Kinesiology students interested in participating in next years Outdoor Ed course, PED 365, or this coming summers canoe trip activity, PED 166, please get your name to Prof Brown asap so you may be considered for inclusion in the program.

BE GREEN – REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: Drop off your empty raspberry and blueberry containers at the front door of Dorm 28. Thanks!

AND THE WINNERS ARE… Congratulations to Chris Keefer, Brittany Knapper, Joel Faber, Laura Konyndyk, Tyler Vanholst, and Greg Hiebert for their prize-winning contributions to The Minstrel. Thanks to everyone else who submitted their work as well. The Minstrel looks forward to more great submissions next year.’

FREE MAGAZINES: The Minstrel is here! Support your fellow students by picking up Redeemer's Creative Arts Magazine. You can find it around the school at newsstands and in the hands of cool people. Look literate. Read The Minstrel.

AWARDS FOR NEXT YEAR: Applications for scholarships and bursaries for 2010-11 are now available in the Commons, in the Financial Aid Office, and on the Financial Aid pages of Redeemer's website. Please read the details carefully and submit all the requirements for the awards you are applying for. Act now and don't wait for the March 31 deadline.

CROSSCULTURE 2010: Join youth and young adults from around the city of Hamilton on Saturday March 20th for a day of acting out worship through service. Talk to Steve Harris, Jemica Hallberg, Amila Peiris, or Micah van Dijk for more details. Sign up TODAY in the foyer.

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TODAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS: If you are planning to do an internship/field placement in 2010 (summer or fall) or winter 2011, please attend an information session TODAY during Activity period in room 218.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE: Please come to the Art Gallery space TODAY during the Activity period from 11-11:20 for a quick meeting to sign up for a position the following week. We could really use your help! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca THANKS!

REDEEMER IN FRANCE PROGRAM MEETING: Second, Third and Fourth year students who are thinking about going to study in France from September for two semesters, or January 2011 (one semester), we will be holding our first meeting TODAY during activity period in Room 242. Please bring along your schedule so that we can find a time to meet once a week for the rest of the semester. Please contact Dr. Thea v.T. Rusthoven (trust@redeemer.ca) if you CANNOT make the meeting.

BLUE MOUTAIN TRIP: To all those going on the Outdoor’s club ski/board trip, there will be a mandatory meeting TODAY during activity period in room 211. You must bring your money to the meeting to guarantee your spot. Contact Steph or Sarah at rucoutdoors@redeemer.ca before the meeting time if you are unable to attend.

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FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT: TODAY Redeemer is the “VIP” concert venue featuring Joe Moran, Brielle of Bruekke, pe-RO, the Portrait, and E-Video of Allosaurus. Come to the Rec Centre – cover charge is $5.00. This venue has a limit of 80 guests that can party exclusively with food and drinks provided. There is no dress code specified, but please….do wear some clothes.

DOC NIGHT: presents the documentary The Invisible Nation TONIGHT at Meadowlands Fellowship Church. In the Invisible Nation, Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie challenge perceptions by spotlighting the sad reality of the Algonquin of Quebec and bringing the history of this people to the screen for the first time. Today, barely 9,000 Algonquin are left, living in about 10 communities, often enduring abject poverty and human rights abuses. These Aboriginals are suffering the threat to their very existence in silence. See www.mfcrc.com for more info.

PANCAKE SATURDAY: Come on out to the Rec Centre for some yummy Pancakes TOMORROW!! The Redeemer Nicaragua HANDS Team is doing a fund-raising Pancake Breakfast this Saturday from 9 am-12 pm. Pancakes are 2$ for 2 Pancakes or 5$ for all you can eat (10 max). So come on out for some sweet pancakes that you are able to top with different toppings! Feel free to bring your roommates/friends/anyone who enjoys a good breakfast! Please bring your own dishes and cutlery. Also if any dorms are willing to donate pancake mix, syrup, or toppings, please email me at jmisek@redeemer.ca. See you there!

SOUP AND BUN LUNCHEON AT REHOBOTH URC: Students, join us following the 10 am worship service this Sunday. The soup is homemade, the buns are fresh and the fellowship is great. Rides available from the bus shelter at 9:40am and by 4:40pm.

NOW ACCEPTING REC CENTRE COORDINATOR APPLICATIONS: Do you have a passion for the Rec Centre? Looking for a job next year? Come to the Senate Office to pick up an application form. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

INTERESTED IN AN EDITING JOB? Applications for the Minstrel Senior/Assistant Editors are now available. If you are looking for good editing work experience or have a passion for supporting creativity at Redeemer, come pick up an application at the Senate Office. Applications are due Tuesday, March 16th.

GET YOUR RESUME READY: Learn how to order your experience in a way that most complements your objective—getting the job! Learn to make your resume clear, crisp and concise. Look good “on paper” and the employer will want to meet you in person. Come to the first of the Career Support Seminars beginning this Mon, Mar 8, at 11 am in Rm 220.

ROOKERY NOOK: Ushers needed for the Mainstage Production, Rookery Nook, during March 23 – March 27! Interested? Email Amie Vermeer at avermeer@redeemer.ca!

SPRING BANQUET 2010: This Annual Spring Banquet is themed "Soirée du Soleil"! Tickets are available for purchase in the Student Senate office for $28 each (pay when you sign up). This event will be held at Carmen's Banquet Hall, Hamilton on March 19th. Doors open at 6 and dinner will be served at 7. Limit of one guest per student.

VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE! Boxes will be placed in the school next Monday to Wednesday for you to donate clothing. Then fill the empty space in your closet and buy yourself some "new" clothes in the boardroom on Thursday (9am-4pm) & Friday (9am-1pm). $2 for shirts, shoes and shorts. $5 for pants, sweaters, jackets and formal dress and on Friday at 12pm- Everything is $1!!! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca for more info. All proceeds go to Invisible Children.

DOES FOREIGN AID DO MORE HARM THAN GOOD? Monday at 7:30pm in rm 220 we’ll be watching the Munk Debate: “Be it resolved that foreign aid does more harm than good.” Pro: Dambisa Moyo, Hernando deSoto. Con: Stephen Lewis, Paul Collier. All are welcome to join! Find out more here: http://munkdebates.com/debates/foreign_aid/.

REDEEMER VLOGGERS NEEDED: Thank you to all those interested in blogging for Redeemer! We now need 2 vloggers who love making movies and are excited about capturing life at Redeemer. You can discuss and document student life events and activities, residence life, etc., and get paid for it! If interested, contact Christine Giancola at cgiancola@redeemer.ca or ext. 4415 by March 8th.

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ATHLETICS

KING OF PONG: Tournament will start Saturday March 6 at 1:00pm. The first two games at 1:00pm are: Eric Prins vs. Adrian Vandevart and William Wallace vs. Randall Brus.

ANY PHYS ED OR KINESIOLOGY STUDENTS: Interested in participating in next years’ Outdoor Ed course, PED 365, or this coming summers’ canoe trip activity, PED 166, please get your name to professor Allan Brown as soon as possible so you may be considered for inclusion in the program.

SPRINGBALL LEAGUE SIGN-UP: This is a basketball tournament that will be run as a club and not as an intramural sport. Sign-ups are individual and teams will be drafted. If you wish to be a captain please indicate with a C beside your name. The fee to play is $2. Pay and sign up in the Athletic Centre at any point this week. Rules and Regulations will be on the Intramural Board.

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INTERESTS

HELP! RIDE NEEDED!! To Alymer today. We will help pay for gas!! If you can help us out please call Naomi or Melissa at dorm 10. Ext. 3100 or email: nworkman@redeemer.ca. Thank you!

FOUND: Encounters in World History and The Longman Anthology of British Literature have both been brought to Student Life.

APT AVAILABLE: Partially furnished basement apt available from 1 May 2010. Large livingroom and bed-sitting area. Equipped with kitchenette and private shower. Includes laundry facilities and all utilities. Situated on bus routes close to The Meadowlands and 10 minutes drive to Redeemer UC. $550 per month. Call 905-297-0317. Thanks, M. Elaine Botha

NEED 2 HOUSEMATES: Are you female and looking for a place to live next year? Well read on! The ladies of 29 Olivia Place are looking for 2 more housemates! This is not just any ordinary house - it is central to the school as well as to the entertainment hotspot of meadowlands and the bus terminal (a 10 minute walk). The rent for next year will be $325+ utilities. If are interested or have any questions just email either Jessica Dusome at jdusome@redeemer.ca or Katie Beth Tamming at

HOUSE FOR RENT: Looking for females to rent a townhouse located a 10 minute walk away from Redeemer. Rent is $230/month + utilities for the summer months. Please contact Ted @ 1-905-818-1388.

LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY THIS SUMMER? Room available on Springbrook Rd from May to September. If interested, please contact Steph at sdean@redeemer.ca for details.

SUBLET ON SPRINGBROOK: 2 rooms available to sublet at 304 Springbrook from May-September. Email Cara at c.ottens@live.com.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday Jesse Dykxhoorn, Corrina teBokkel, Mary Catherine Perdue, Gregory McQueen and Maria Orrego who all celebrate their birthday today and to Jonathan Waldie, Kristan Piedimonte, Allyson Vanderkooi, Megan Tucker, Courtney Heyns and Tamarrah Moore who all celebrate over the weekend !

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Redeemer University College’s Daily Newsletter

Thursday, March 4, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

BIBLE READING: TODAY’S reading is 1 Timothy 3 & 4.

GEO 122: Please note that the midterm for GEO 122 has been changed from March 1 to next Monday, March 08th.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS:

ENG 103C: Intro to Fiction is cancelled TODAY. Both Readings for this week will be done next week as well.

THR103: Rm. 210 at 12:30pm Class is cancelled TODAY, but gather in your groups and work on your production projects. Tuesday's class will follow the schedule on the syllabus. We will reschedule the Set Design workshop for later in the semester.

PHL 201A: Class at 9:30 am is cancelled TODAY due to illness.

REL-201: This class will not meet TODAY.

THR/MUS 329: A reminder that David Speers from Opera Hamilton is coming TODAY to tell us about "La Boheme" and their upcoming production. Please come at the usual time.

ONLY TWO MORE DAYS! Don't miss out on the Great Big Booksale at Redeemer Campus Bookstore. Save up to 75% on selected books, but only until TOMORROW.

SWIMMING: The list is full. Sign up on the waiting list in Student Life is you are still interested.

LAUNCH 2010 BEGINS! Mission Control and LAUNCH Crew Applications are now available in Student Life. Apply to be part of the team that welcomes new students in September. Forms are available online at www.redeemer.ca/orientation. Return them by March 15th.

HYMN SING: Come join us TONIGHT in the Aud from 7:30pm – 9pm for a time of worship.

OUTDOOR ED: Any Phys Ed or Kinesiology students interested in participating in next years Outdoor Ed course, PED 365, or this coming summers canoe trip activity, PED 166, please get your name to Prof Brown asap so you may be considered for inclusion in the program.

AND THE WINNERS ARE… Congratulations to Chris Keefer, Brittany Knapper, Joel Faber, Laura Konyndyk, Tyler Vanholst, and Greg Hiebert for their prize-winning contributions to The Minstrel. Thanks to everyone else who submitted their work as well. The Minstrel looks forward to more great submissions next year.

FREE MAGAZINES: The Minstrel is here! Support your fellow students by picking up Redeemer's Creative Arts Magazine. You can find it around the school at newsstands and in the hands of cool people. Look literate. Read The Minstrel.

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FRIDAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS: If you are planning to do an internship/field placement in 2010 (summer or fall) or winter 2011, please attend an information session TOMORROW during Activity period in room 218.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE: Please come to the Art Gallery space TOMORROW during the Activity period from 11-11:20 for a quick meeting to sign up for a position the following week. We could really use your help! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca THANKS!

REDEEMER IN FRANCE PROGRAM MEETING: Second, Third and Fourth year students who are thinking about going to study in France from September for two semesters, or January 2011 (one semester), we will be holding our first meeting TOMORROW (Activity Period), in Room 242. Please bring along your schedule so that we can find a time to meet once a week for the rest of the semester. Please contact Dr. Thea v.T. Rusthoven (trust@redeemer.ca) if you CANNOT make the meeting.

BLUE MOUTAIN TRIP: To all those going on the Outdoor’s club ski/board trip, there will be a mandatory meeting TOMORROW during Activity period in room 211. You must bring your money to the meeting to guarantee your spot. Contact Steph or Sarah at rucoutdoors@redeemer.ca before the meeting time if you are unable to attend.

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FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT: TOMORROW Redeemer is the “VIP” concert venue featuring Joe Moran, Brielle of Bruekke, pe-RO, the Portrait, and E-Video of Allosaurus. Come to the Rec Centre – cover charge is $5.00. This venue has a limit of 80 guests that can party exclusively with food and drinks provided. There is no dress code specified, but please….do wear some clothes.

PANCAKE SATURDAY: Come on out to the Rec Centre for some yummy Pancakes THIS Saturday!! The Redeemer Nicaragua HANDS Team is doing a fund-raising Pancake Breakfast this Saturday from 9 am-12 pm. Pancakes are 2$ for 2 Pancakes or 5$ for all you can eat (10 max). So come on out for some sweet pancakes that you are able to top with different toppings! Feel free to bring your roommates/friends/anyone who enjoys a good breakfast! Please bring your own dishes and cutlery. Also if any dorms are willing to donate pancake mix, syrup, or toppings, please email me at jmisek@redeemer.ca. See you there!

SOUP AND BUN LUNCHEON AT REHOBOTH URC: Students, join us following the 10 am worship service this Sunday. The soup is homemade, the buns are fresh and the fellowship is great. Rides available from the bus shelter at 9:40am and by 4:40pm.

CITB VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: CITB is looking for 2 or 3 people to be models/subjects of a picture-taking experiment. If you are interested, please contact Julia at jbokma1@redeemer.ca.

GET YOUR RESUME READY: Learn how to order your experience in a way that most complements your objective—getting the job! Learn to make your resume clear, crisp and concise. Look good “on paper” and the employer will want to meet you in person. Come to the first of the Career Support Seminars beginning this Mon, Mar 8, at 11 am in Rm 220.

REDEEMER BLOGGERS AND VLOGGERS NEEDED!! The Marketing-Recruitment-Communications Dept is looking for some students to share their Redeemer experience through blogging and vlogging on the web. We are looking for 4 bloggers and 2 vloggers who are excited about capturing life at Redeemer by discussing & documenting student life events/activities, residence life, etc. If interested in applying, contact Christine Giancola (cgiancola@redeemer.ca; ext. 4415) by March 8, 2010.

ROOKERY NOOK: Ushers needed for the Mainstage Production, Rookery Nook, during March 23 – March 27! Interested? Email Amie Vermeer at avermeer@redeemer.ca!

SPRING BANQUET 2010: This Annual Spring Banquet is themed "Soirée du Soleil"! Tickets are available for purchase in the Student Senate office for $28 each (pay when you sign up). This event will be held at Carmen's Banquet Hall, Hamilton on March 19th. Doors open at 6 and dinner will be served at 7. Limit of one guest per student.

CALLING ALL MALES! If you need a date for the banquet, Dorm 30 has five beautiful girls willing to consider. Please email Julia Bokma at jbokma1@redeemer.ca to set up an interview, or call Dorm 30 for more information!

VALUE VILLAGE – REDEEMER STYLE! It’s almost here! Boxes will be placed in the school next Monday to Wednesday for you to donate clothing. Then fill the empty space in your closet and buy yourself some "new" clothes in the boardroom on Thursday (9am-4pm) & Friday (9am-1pm). $2 for shirts, shoes and shorts. $5 for pants, sweaters, jackets and formal dress and on Friday at 12pm- Everything is $1!!! Contact cmchardy@redeemer.ca or clagerwerf@redeemer.ca for more info. All proceeds go to Invisible Children.

AWARDS FOR NEXT YEAR: Applications for scholarships and bursaries for 2010-11 are now available in the Commons, in the Financial Aid Office, and on the Financial Aid pages of Redeemer's website. Please read the details carefully and submit all the requirements for the awards you are applying for. Act now and don't wait for the March 31 deadline.

INTEREST RELIEF BURSARY: Students who have borrowed money from a bank and are paying interest can apply for a bursary to help offset this cost. Application forms are in the Financial Aid Office and on the Financial Aid pages of Redeemer's website. The deadline to apply is March 19.

TRICK YOUR TROLLEY: Does your dorm have what it takes to put together the best grocery cart on campus? On FRIDAY MARCH 12 (please note date-change) during Activity Period in the Commons we will find out! Carts will be judged on: Originality, Flare, Functionality, Creativity, and Presentation. Great Prizes to be won including first place $40 Restaurant Gift Certificate for the dorm with the most impressive trolley. Come to Student life for more details and to sign-up by Wednesday March 10. The only limit is yourself. Brought to you by HA Exec Group #2.

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ATHLETICS

SPRINGBALL LEAGUE SIGN-UP: This is a basketball tournament that will be run as a club and not as an intramural sport. Sign-ups are individual and teams will be drafted. If you wish to be a captain please indicate with a C beside your name. The fee to play is $2. Pay and sign up in the Athletic Centre at any point this week. Rules and Regulations will be on the Intramural Board.

INDOOR SOCCER INTRAMURALS: Semi Finals TONIGHTat 11pm: Bridgeportvs. Green Street Hooligans. 11:30pm: Off the Wall vs. The Big Green. The FINAL will follow at 12!!

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY: Junior High Summer Events Co-coordinator at Wentworth Baptist Church. This job would involve creating, planning, and leading various summer ministries such as trips, camps, and one day events in partnership with the current Youth Ministries Leader. This is a paid position and offers a unique opportunity to gain experience working with inner-city kids right here in Hamilton. If interested, please send an e-mail to Eric at oneil.eric.r@gmail.com to get more information.

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INTERESTS

HELP! RIDE NEEDED!! To Alymer this Friday. We will help pay for gas!! If you can help us out please call Naomi or Melissa at dorm 10. Ext. 3100 or email: nworkman@redeemer.ca. Thank you!

LOST AND FOUND: A copy of Encounters in World History and The Longman Anthology of British Literature have been brought to Student Life. If you lost it, come claim it.

APT AVAILABLE: Partially furnished basement apt available from 1 May 2010. Large livingroom and bed-sitting area. Equipped with kitchenette and private shower. Includes laundry facilities and all utilities. Situated on bus routes close to The Meadowlands and 10 minutes drive to Redeemer UC. $550 per month. Call 905-297-0317. Thanks, M. Elaine Botha

HOUSE FOR RENT: Looking for females to rent a townhouse located a 10 minute walk away from Redeemer. Rent is $230/month + utilities for the summer months. Please contact Ted @ 1-905-818-1388.

BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON! Are you and a friend looking for a place to live? We have 4 spaces left. $270/month includes all utilities, wireless internet, local phone, washer/dryer, LR, kitchen and backyard! Talk to Corey VanHuizen for details or email cvanhuizen@redeemer.ca. It will be first come, first served - so hurry!

LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO STAY THIS SUMMER? Room available on Springbrook Rd from May to September. If interested, please contact Steph at sdean@redeemer.ca for details.

SUBLET ON SPRINGBROOK: 2 rooms available for sublet at 304 Springbrook from May-September. Email Cara at c.ottens@live.com for details.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Randa Khalil and Michael Hooghiem who celebrate their birthdays today!

TODAY:

POL208: We will write our midterm next week, March 1. Paul Collier seminars will be pushed to March 8. Other required changes will be made clear next class. Please read Baylis and Smith on the United Nations, Chapter 18 (314-328) this week.

PSY 229: Due to Monday's class cancellation, I have posted lecture materials and the midterm study-guide on Moodle. As well, these are available at the library on reserve. The midterm will be held as scheduled next Monday March 1.

EDU 407 A & EDU 407 B: Classes will be cancelled TODAY.

PSYCHOLOGY HONOURS AND MAJORS IN THIRD YEAR: There will be an internship information session on Wednesday March 03 at 3 p.m. in Prof. Stephenson’s office (102A). If any of you are interested in doing an internship as one of your courses please attend. If you are interested, but cannot attend, please make an appointment a.s.a.p. with Prof. Stephenson.

FROM THE BOOKSTORE: Now in: THR 261: The Madness of King George III. Do you still need a text? Did you already ask us to put one aside for you? Either way, don't wait too long to come in to pick it up. We're starting our returns this week.

TUITION PAYMENT: If you have not yet submitted your tuition payment for the month of February, please do so by the end of TODAY, Friday February 26, 2010. Your account will be subject to finance charges of 1% per month if your payment is received after Friday. By now you should have paid 50% of your fall term charges. Remember that you can pay with on-line banking. Your account number is ST followed by your seven digit account holder number.

HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR 2009-2010 YEARBOOK YET? Well don’t worry! We will be taking orders in the Commons on Friday from 10 am to 1 pm so you can reserve your copy. New yearbooks sell for $30 and if you won’t be here next year we can ship them to you for an extra $10. We will also be selling old yearbooks for twenty dollars, so come give us a visit!

NEED A RIDE TO IMMANUEL CRC WORSHIP SERVICE? For those needing rides to Immanuel Christian Reformed Church on Mohawk Rd and West 5th, please email pastormark@immanuelministries.ca. If you didn’t make contact before Sunday, there will still be a ride ready for you at the bus stop at 9:40am.

SHUTTLE SERVICE TO REHOBOTH URC WORSHIP SERVICES: If you would like a ride to the Rehoboth United Reformed Church to attend either the 10am or 5pm worship service this Sunday, please meet at the bus shelter at 9:40 am or 4:40 pm. The church is located on Glancaster Road near Garner.

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TODAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

TODAY IS RED AND WHITE DAY: Support your Redeemer Royals and the Canadian Olympic team at the same time. Come to the Commons during Activity Period for face-painting. Prizes will be given out to those dressed up as well.

RA/HA MEETING: See you in room 214 at 11am TODAY.

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LAST CALL ON MISSION BURSARIES: Student Senate’s Mission Bursary Applications are due in by TODAY, Feb. 26. If you have gone on or are planning to go on a mission trip between 9/1/2009 and 8/31/2010, drop in to get a form so we can help you! –Student Senate Finance Committee

DEEDZ TONIGHT: This will be a night of creating community and sharing God's love in downtown Hamilton. All are welcome! If you would like to come, PLEASE sign up on the sheet in the commons. Questions? Email Erika at evandenberg@redeemer.ca.

ATTENTION MARRIED/MATURE STUDENTS: 2010/11 Independent Housing Applications are still being accepted. The apartments/houses are allocated by priority to students with disabilities, married students, mature and 5th year students. Eight month and twelve month leases are available. Applications can be picked up in the Campus Services Office. Return completed applications to Campus Services by TODAY. For more information, email ybax@redeemer.ca.

SHUTTLE SERVICE TO REHOBOTH URC WORSHIP SERVICES: If you would like a ride to the Rehoboth United Reformed Church to attend either the 10am or 5pm worship service this Sunday, please meet at the bus shelter at 9:40 am or 4:40 pm. The church is located on Glancaster Road near Garner.

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: Anyone who has empty raspberry containers please drop off at the door of Dorm 28. Thanks!

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MONDAY’S ACTIVITY PERIOD

MATURE STUDENT SOCIAL: Monday, March 1 @ 11:00 a.m. in the Executive Dining Room. Refreshments will be served. Feel free to bring a friend a two.

ENGLISH DEPT INFO SESSION: This coming Monday, March 1, at 11:00am in Room 212A, the English department will be hosting an Information Session about Redeemer's English program. If you have any questions about course requirements, course options for next year, the ABU Oxford program, courses that will work well with another major or minor (for example, Theatre, History, Concurrent Ed.) etc., this session will be a great opportunity to ask your questions and have English professors give you answers! Don't miss it!

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YOUTH MINISTRY MAJORS AND PRE-SEM STUDENTS: You are invited to join us for Redeemer's 23rd Annual Ministers' Conference on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Invitations are available from Dr. Syd Hielema, Dr. Al Wolters and the Alumni/Church Relations office (100T). Register by February 25. Questions? Email Valerie (Alumni/Church Relations) at vlouter@redeemer.ca.

FREE FOOD AND FUN: The Minstrel's Winter Release Party is taking place in Redeemer’s Executive Dining Room on Wednesday, March 3 from 9:30pm – 10:30pm. You are invited for food and fellowship as we celebrate the release of Redeemer’s magazine of creativity! Come celebrate the arts with us!

EDUCATION DEPT SEMI-FORMAL: The FTA presents the Education Dept Semi-Formal, held Thursday, March 4th, 2010, beginning at 6pm until 9pm. This event is open to students in the Education Department and will include an elegant buffet style dinner, musical entertainment provided by students in the Redeemer Community, a speech delivered by Education Faculty, and door prizes. Tickets are $20/person and you are invited to bring your spouse or significant other. Please pick up your ticket(s) from Catherine Byl in the Education Department before March 2. This will be an eventful evening that you will not want to miss! If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact Allison Crozier (acrozier@redeemer.ca) or Laura Mainland (lmainland@redeemer.ca).

DEAR ARTISTS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS OF REDEEMER! The Student Senate Office is looking a bit plain and as a result we need you to take out your cameras and photograph land marks and other scenery around Hamilton. The top 10 black & white 9" x 11" photos will be framed and put on one of the 3 walls in the Senate office. The artist of the most outstanding photograph will be awarded a prize! You have until March 5th! Hand your pictures into the Senate Office when you are done.

DOC NIGHT PRESENTS: The documentary The Invisible Nation will be shown Friday March 5 @ 8pm at Meadowlands Fellowship Church. See www.mfcrc.com for more info.

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ATHLETICS

INTRAMURAL PING PONG TOURNAMENT MARCH 6TH: Sign ups are on the Intramural board outside the Athletic centre. There will be 2 pools; an All Star competitive pool (A) and a Recreation pool (R). Please identify which pool you wish to compete in by marking an A or R beside your name. Tournament rules are on the board.

OCAA MEN'S VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE HERE! Get your tickets TODAY! Be in the stands as your Royals Men's Volleyball teams battle it out against the best in Ontario as they fight for a Provincial Championship on home court. Show why the Royals have the best fans in the country, make this event unbelievable, and help cheer your Royals to a Provincial Gold Medal. Purchase a Student Tournament pass for $20.00 and receive unlimited access to every game as well as an official Championship t-shirt. Tickets are available in the Athletic Centre. For more information, visit www.bringit2010.com.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

JOBS AT MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION: A Branch Manager (Barbara Gardiner) is inviting prospective business graduates to apply for several positions. See website at http://www.meridiancu.ca/ or talk to John Krueger.

“CAUSE”: There are six internships available under a CIDA grant ($750/month) for 9 months in various overseas locations. Details in Student Life. Application due date is March 5th.

PIANIST NEEDED: The Church of the Epiphany, a new congregation of the Anglican Network in Canada, is in need of a pianist for the 10:00 am Sunday service. The church meets in the chapel of St. John United Church, on the east mountain in the Upper Gage/Fennell area. If you would like to share your musical gifts in this way and gain valuable experience, please contact Dr. Loney (dloney@redeemer.ca) for details. A small honorarium will be provided.

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INTERESTS

ROOMS FOR RENT: Spots available for three to four guys starting in May. Email erikfintelman@gmail.com for more info.

SUMMER HOUSING: Looking for a place to stay this summer? Room available on Springbrook Rd from May to September. If interested, please contact Steph at sdean@redeemer.ca for details.

CHEAP SUMMER RENT! Space for 1-2 girls interested in renting for the months of May – September. 1-2 rooms are available for only $200 a room/month plus utilities. House is close to Redeemer and steps from year round bus route. Please contact adykxhoorn@redeemer.ca if you are interested or would like more information.

CHEAP SUMMER LEASE: Room on Springbrook available for a lady from May to September. Cheap!! Furniture available to be used. Contact ageerlinks@redeemer.ca for more information.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Happy Birthday to Kaitlyn Minnings, Jessica Marshall who celebrate their birthday today! And Happy Birthday to Shannon VanOosterom, Rebecca Scholtens, Kyle Buma, Sarah VanderWerf and Ellen VanGiessen who all celebrate their birthday this weekend!

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