Editorial

Writing Contest

Well, it is the end of January, classes are underway and everyone is feeling those winter blahs. Just take a look at the articles written by Cass Da Re and Tracey Hardie. Cass notes that this time of the year is grey and grim and Tracey accurately points out most of us are likely feeling sluggish. Maybe we are still tired from the December exam period. Maybe it is all these cloudy, snowy/rainy days. Whatever it is, January feels exhausting and uninspiring.

But January will soon be over. In fact, when this editorial goes to print, it will be the second last day of January. And with February on the horizon, we here at Obiter Dicta want to remind you that there are some positive things coming your way! So cheer up!

Mock Trial: In our humble opinion here at the Obiter, Mock Trial is one of the best things done by our student body (besides putting together a stellar newspaper, week after week). Mock Trial is taking place this year on February 8th and 9th and tickets are on sale now. Don’t delay in getting a ticket because the Thursday show will sell out super, super fast (even faster to go will be those JCR tickets).

First Years and Second Years: Applications are Done! January was a stressful time for you. You’ve had applications for ILP, for clinical intensives and if you’re a first year student, possibly applications for summer jobs. That’s a lot of stuff to handle. And a lot of pressure! We’re sure you may be wondering: did I pick the right opportunities? Am I going to do Parkdale for the summer or an ILP placement? Business intensive or CLASP? AHHHHHH. Well, you still have decisions to make, but at least the application process is over.

Third Years are Going to Cancun: This may feel like it is super far away, but the next few months are going to fly right by for those of us in third year. We at the Obiter Dicta who are graduating cannot wait to bask in the sun for a glorious week.

We’re having a WRITING CONTEST: In support of the Wendy Babcock Fund we’d like to announce a contest in her honour, inspired by her ability to raise awareness regarding social justice issues which are often overlooked by the legal profession. In this way, it is our hope that we can continue Wendy’s work.

Contest Rules
To enter submit a short article (under 600 words) about a social issue Articles will be judged based on style and content Articles are due by 4pm on Monday February 6, 2012 The winner will be announced in the paper on Monday February 13, 2012 Top articles will be published in the Obiter Dicta

The Prize
A dinner for two at O.NOIR (www.onoir.com) - a dinning experience like no other. A $250 dollar donation to the Wendy Babcock Fund in the winner’s name.

So, dear readers, as you can see there are countless things to look forward to during the dreary winter semester. But if you are still feeling incredibly blah, grab a mug of hot chocolate, a good book, and curl up on your couch. Sometimes that’s the best remedy to chase away these winter blues.