Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, The Switch, The Kids Are Alright, Harold and Maude

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World A- GAMERS, INDIE LOVERS, and nerds alike: you just might orgasm over Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. The movie, which takes place in the world of Toronto indie subculture, follows Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) battling the seven evil exes of...

VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE world go ‘round­—or at least, they make most of the services on campus work to serve you better. Volunteering not only improves a resumé, but it is a great way to meet people. If you’re interested in volunteering at the University of Ottawa, check out: 1. The Fulcrum Celebrate student journalism by working at the U of O’s independent English language newspaper. Drop by our Thursday staff meetings to learn about opportunities to write for news, arts,...

FROSH, YOU NOW possess the Holy Grail of perks, savings, and discounts—your student card. It is your ticket to a more affordable life away from your parents’ pocket. Treat this little piece of plastic like your new best friend; take it everywhere and flash it liberally. Imagine yourself as a badge-happy, self-important investigator on a bad crime-scene drama. Your student identification may not get you across yellow tape, but it will get you a better cell-phone plan, a dirt-cheap haircut,...

Di Daniels | Fulcrum Staff GREETINGS ALL YOU first-year first-timers, and welcome to the big “O.” While you’re working up a sweat lugging boxes up and down stairs and trying to put together that seemingly simple Swedish-made bed of yours, you may find yourself feeling frisky—the sight of all those greased-up, rippling muscles or long, svelte legs and booty shorts would be enough to kick anyone’s libido into high-gear. Alas, if you’re new to the game in bodacious Bytown and...

DEAR FRESHMEN, It’s that time of year again. September first has finally rolled around and, like clockwork, the cramped quarters of residence buildings are filling up with fresh meat—I mean faces. Classes are just around the corner, but lucky for you first-years the faculty here on campus has been kind enough to give you a whole week to get unpacked and settled or, as frosh tradition dictates, get shitfaced and laid. Though I could give you some excellent tips on...

WHETHER YOU’RE GETTING used to living away from home, struggling to teach yourself cooking skills beyond grilled cheese sandwiches, or are just finding the workload overwhelming, everyone has some trouble coping during their first year of university. To make your four years at the U of O meltdown-free, the school provides services to students in need of some extra help. Here’s what to do when you’re… ...drowning in debt. Between your student loans, credit cards, and loans from your parents,...

Best downtown hangouts for a rocking weekend

IT’S FRIDAY NIGHT, and you have no clue where to go. If you’re just discovering Ottawa’s attractions, look no further—we’ve outlined everything that you’ll want to check out on a Friday night, whatever you’re in the mood for! If you’re underage, take advantage of the...

ACID OVERDOSE A FOUR-PIECE PUNK band hailing from the nation’s capital, Acid Overdose is a welcome addition to Ottawa’s hard-core local music scene. Although street punk to the core, Acid Overdose incorporates artistic variations in their music, showing how far from an average punk garage band they really are. The band’s lead guitar is distorted to create a buzz saw effect similar to that of The Casualties. Bypassing the typical chord progressions featured in most punk bands, Acid Overdose’s aggressive...

New album released from U of O math rock musicians

OTTAWA ISN’T KNOWN for its post-rock music scene, but, in the heart of the capital, there are a few bands unobtrusively making this type of music. Dave Mandia and Richard Monette are such few; they make up the University of Ottawa math rock group We...

IN THE PAST four years, Ottawa has witnessed the closure of seven independently-owned music stores. So when a new store opened, The Record Shaap, many were skeptical about its potential success—with the exception of its owner, Matty McGovern. McGovern recently opened The Record Shaap because of his passion for music, which he credits his parents for. “Most people have ‘hockey parents’ or ‘soccer parents,’” jokes McGovern. “I had ‘music parents.’ Music has always been a part of my life.” McGovern...

Unconventional project helps students find their passion

SNOWSHOE GUIDE, FIREFIGHTER, florist, tattoo artist, astronomer, and NHL mascot are not on the typical resumé of a new university graduate—but, Sean Aiken, the “one-week-job guy,” isn’t your typical graduate. Here’s how it happened: after graduating in 2005 with a business administration degree and a...

101 Week brings new attractions to the U of O

FAMED ROCKERS, DRAG queens, burlesque acrobats, grafitti mazes, and lit-up balloon skies will invade the University of Ottawa’s 101 Week. This Sept. 9 students will get a chance to experience Luminata, a day-long event designed to welcome new and returning students to the university. “Luminata...

Rock band ONE brings safe sex to fans

SEX AND MUSIC have been intimate for generations: from the baby boomer mantra “Sex, drugs and rock and roll” to the Jonas Brothers and their chastity rings. Montreal rock band ONE, however, is putting their own spin on this relationship. Rather than preaching purity rings...