Dave's Monthly Web Address October

I promised that I would get my October page up fast, and I think I delivered - this page went up October 2nd. I hope that you appreciate this.

October is by far my favourite month of the year. First of all, the weather is perfect. I live for the "jacket on, but undone" lifestyle. Next, of course it's the month that contains my Birthday, October 31st. Yes, I was born on Halloween. People always feel comfort in knowing I was born on that day, so don't feel bad if you thought that also. October is when we always have Homecoming! And don't forget about Thanksgiving: the holiday that almost invariably gives you no labs for a week. And of course, the centrepeice for many a waterbuffalo's October, Oktoberfest.

I think October is the "settling down" month for everybody. September rushes by so quick, and before you know it you have assignments and tests coming out of your wazoo. You have to force yourself to get into your groove, buckle down, and enjoy the ride. All things being equal, I think that many a students' academic success was determined in October.  Keep that in mind.

Just a few reminders, don't forget to get out and vote on October 22nd & 23rd for the fall by-election. Also, don't forget to fill out an Address Change form for the student directory (you can also ensure your number is unlisted). There are still tons of activities going on in October, so check them out.

Have a fun October, Western!

How do I get in Touch with Dave?
The various ways we can communicate and meet.

• I think e-mail is nifty.
• My "drop-in" hour is currently Fridays, from 1:00 - 2:00 in the USC office (Room 340 UCC) [Disclaimer: may be subject to change]
• You can just show up at the USC office and hope I can see you.
• You can call me, at 661-3567 (or 661-3574) to book an appointment
• I want to play squash with you! Goodness knows that I need the exercise, and I want to get a squash rotation going so I will play once a day. By October, I will have a more routine schedule, and I will have blocked off times to play, but for now, I'm fitting the games in where I can. e-mail or call me if you want to play. I'm still a beginner, and I don't care if you kick my ass, but I have my moments so don't underestimate me.

Current Projects
Special things I'm working on over the next month.

• Late Night with David Tompkins. Sheesh! Not much happening on this. It's coming though, I promise. If you're curious and want to help out, let me know.
• USC Student Opinion Survey! Coming soon to a poll station near you.
• Still working on the submission for the Advisory Panel on Future Directions for Postsecondary Education (or the "Smith Panel")
• Operation: Face-Lift is coming soon, and there are tons of projects in there!
• The fall by-elections are going to take up a good chunk of my time.
• I'm going to be at a CASA (Canadian Alliance of Student Associations) conference in Fredericton, NB for a few days.
• The Student Services Committee will be coming into the forefront.
• October is going to be Crazy Council Meeting Month, with meetings on the 2nd, 9th and the 23rd.

Random Thoughts - October
Not much, really, but things I do think about.

• I want to briefly mention a condition I like to call TWS. No, it's not TransWorld Snowboarding, but rather Tired & Wanting Sleep. We all suffer from it, and some of more than others. I think there should be a support group or something.
• That machine in the spoke with the claw that gets stuffed animals is WAY too addictive. I think there should be a support group or something.
• Macarena, Macarena, Macarena (each one is different). I think there should be a support group or something.
• Finally! someone who can explain what was with the Briefcase in Pulp Fiction. I wasn't sure what was going on. I thought there should be a support group or something.

Dave's Top 10 "Groovy" Web Sites - October
because they don't have to be great, just groovy.

10. Feel lucky, punk?
9. Word up.
8. For the full effect, you really have to sing along with the Star Wars Parodies.
7. www.copacobana.com
6. YASEWAT (Yet Another Search Engine With A Twist - Go Nerds!)
5. Bob. Not a magic 8-ball, but still worth consulting.
4. On a more serious note, all students should know their photocopying rights.
3. Dave Barry is just plain funny.
2. Two thumbs up for these guys.
1. Read 'em and weep!