This document is the Fall 2012 issue of the ACP Times newsletter. It discusses how technology and the ACP program have changed significantly over the past 40 years. It profiles the plans and perspectives of several instructors as this is the final year of the ACP program. It also summarizes the accomplishments and final projects presented by students from the previous graduating class at their Playback event.

1. VOLUME 24
ISSUE 1
FALL 2012
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2. The Times They Are a-Changin’
by Jai Rakic
S
ince the inception of ACP in 1971, technology thought to the meticulous labour once demanded, or
has progressed to such a degree that much of the are simply blissfully ignorant of the craft’s history.
equipment, software and even terminology used
by early ACP classes would be unrecognizable and The internet, laptops, high definition ‘still’ photography
unidentifiable to many of today’s ACP students. cameras that also shoot video, 2 terabyte hard drives,
non-linear editing software and cell phones that have
While technology has been evolving at a rapid pace most of these utilities built into them (straight out of the
over the past few decades, so too has the program as box), are all commonplace today, though once un-
it strives to keep abreast of the latest trends to imaginable.
ensure its students have the knowledge, skills
and equipment necessary to be relevant. Media The advancements and rapid pace of
From phototypsetters and typewriters to enthusiasts of today change has necessitated that all forms
USB drives, ¾ inch open reel videotape of media transform and evolve too, and
to DSLRs, VHS to DVD, and cassette tape
have been spoiled by ACP has reflected these changes over the
to MP3, the technology used by class 1 the introduction of last 40 years. Modern media is now; it’s
compared to that used by class 40 is as digital technology instant, it’s interactive and it’s global.
different as black and white negatives to
digital colour photography. As a member of class 40—ACP’s final
intake—I feel very privileged and lucky to have
Today’s ACP students cringe at the stories told by video had this opportunity, in this digital age, in contrast to
teacher Andy Bryce, when he reminisces about having the 1970s when ACP was just a newborn. I imagine
to carry around hundreds of pounds of equipment just students then rollerblading towards the campus’ dark-
to shoot a simple video. Any mistakes in linear editing room, listening to their walkmans, clutching a roll of
meant the video had to be redone from the beginning. film in one hand and a floppy disc in the other, all the
while thinking to themselves how fortunate they were to
Media enthusiasts of today have been spoiled by the have all that cutting edge technology at their fingertips,
introduction of digital technology and either give little and at the time they were!
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3. Play It Forward
by Liza Dawson-Whisker
W
ith the fate of the program cemented last Alison Hogan is now fully occupied in Student Assess-
April, Team ACP reassessed, readdressed ment and her much-missed presence on the third floor
and reconfigured to ensure a second year is a reminder that things are winding down. She’s
learning experience for this last class of media gen- also pursuing higher education in the form of a history
eralists. But what is the future for our mentors beyond degree at UVic.
ACP? Take 5 asks each their plans to Play it Forward.
CKMO’s Brad Edwards plans to continue his consul-
The first to leap from the third floor nest was radio tancy role with community and cultural groups around
commando Kim O’Hare, courageously leaving his town once he leaves the college in April. For now,
fledglings under the wing of Andy Bryce. O’Hare finishing off this last class of students is “first and fore-
jumped into the jetstream of a new career as a provin- most”; with fewer students to shepherd he has more
cial government Public Affairs Officer. “After more than time to facilitate the complicated administrative pro-
four decades split between broadcasting and teach- cess of dissolving the radio station over the next few
ing, my new job is quite a change,” he says, adding, months.
“change is good.”
Earle Thompson has plans to develop his secret pas-
Fortunately for us, Bryce can wear O’Hare’s big shoes sion and talent for photography but in the meantime,
because of his own extensive wardrobe in radio. If he finds running the radio station requires just the same
teaching both radio and video weren’t enough, Bryce amount of work as any other year.
is also embarking on a two-year Masters of Arts in
Professional Communication at Royal Roads University. Rick Caswell was planning to reclaim his life from ACP
and retire after this year anyways, so the half work-
Lois Fernyhough plans to continue splashing in the load transitions him gently into that mode. “I really,
Camosun pond, developing new communication pro- really have enjoyed working at ACP and it’s been a
grams and leading the charge in Co-op. She admits very good experience for me,” says Caswell. “At the
she is “still going through the grieving process and same time I’ve noticed the last year or two I’ve been
in denial” when it comes to ACP, but having been at thinking about the things that I couldn’t do because
Camosun since 1988 she’s just trying to keep her head I was working so much at the job.” So here’s to the
above water. future of new possibilities.
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4. Something’s Missing
by Dan Darling
C
lasses are back in session at Camosun College The instructors have been dramatically affected as well.
and the Lansdowne campus is once again buzz- Former radio and writing instructor Kim O’Hare decid-
ing with new students. Except on the third floor ed to seek work with the provincial government rather
of the Young building, where it seems eerily quiet. than teach half the course load. On the other hand,
resident publishing guru Rick Caswell sees a bit of a
This time last year, 28 new students were keen to get silver lining: “Without the first years I can focus more
things started in their exploration of all things media. on the second year students. I’m not pulled in quite as
With the announcement last spring that ACP had been many directions.” That’s a small benefit to an otherwise
suspended due to budget concerns, the 25 dismal state of affairs. He misses the “wide-eyed
remaining students from class 40 will be the enthusiasm of people coming in and starting
last to call themselves ACP graduates. “I feel that to discover all the things that might be there
to try, that look of fear that starts to fade
Some of the final class feel the lack of first a huge part of as they realize, ‘Hey, I can do this too.’”
year students could hinder their educa- learning is
tion. “I feel that a huge part of learning teaching other The lack of first years has had an im-
is teaching other people,” says Nicole pact on more than just the teachers and
Beneteau, class 40. “I feel like last year I people” students of class 40. Greg Pratt, editor of
asked for help from a lot of the second years Camosun’s Nexus Newspaper, is struggling
and they might not have known the answer right to fill the void now that bona fide media junkies
away but we worked through it together,” she says. “It aren’t required to write for the paper. “Every year we
was a learning process for them as well as me.” get a couple of really keen young journalists from ACP;
this semester is the first where we don’t have those first
Although this is only the beginning of the school year, years to help out,” says Pratt.
questions arose during Playback this year when ACP’s
suspension was confirmed. Incoming first year students “ACP has been incredibly beneficial in that it directed
normally take care of all the work. They bring food, students to us, now we’re having to go find the students
decorate the reception area, take photos and, some ourselves.” However, this is also an opportunity for
might say most importantly, pour the beer. This token of Nexus as it could mean “a wider and more diverse
respect is then reciprocated by a new batch of students base of volunteers,” says Pratt. “It’s still sad to see the
every year. Every year, that is, until now. program go.”
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5. CLASS
40
Hurdles will also be faced by internship employers who
will need to look elsewhere to find capable students
able to fill their specific needs. Applications will be
missing from students best-suited to take up positions
with companies like CTV Vancouver Island, The Jim
Pattison Broadcast Group and organizations such as
the University of Victoria Vikes.
The Land Conservancy of BC (TLC) has filled
videographer positions with ACP students for the last
two years. “I would highly recommend them to any em-
ployer,” says Heather Skydt, communications manager
for TLC. “The videos produced by our interns made our
properties come alive and documented the people that
care about special places in BC.”
The students have helped increase awareness of the
PLAYBACK
mandate, programs and activities of TLC to the general
public. “The ACP produces some of the best students,”
Skydt says. “I feel fortunate to have had [them] as part
of my communications team.”
GIBSON AUDITORIUM
2013
Even without any first year students, the learning con-
tinues. It might even be a bit easier to get things done.
There are no first year questions to answer, no comput-
7PM FRIDAY APRIL 12
er labs to muscle into. The edit rooms are wide open
and some classes have been adjusted to fit a more
streamlined schedule. But something is missing. And
with ACP coming to a once and final end, that missing
piece may never be found.
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6. Playback Class 39
by Vanessa Davies
A
CP class 39’s Playback was yet another smash- tertaining YouTube video blog for album reviews called
ing success in April. Despite quite a bit of “Less Lossy Reviews.” Colleen Rabatich filmed a short
drama and controversy following the announce- documentary entitled “Through the Eyes of a Senior.”
ment of ACP’s cancellation two weeks previously, the
end of ACP helped bring us together. Class 39 ex- Dave Ingram-Chadwick and Julia Loglisci paired up
tended invitations to ACP alumni to show support and to do a music journalism web series “For the Record”,
celebrate the wonderful history of the Applied Commu- which they presented with a demo video. Nate Jones
nication Program. produced a music video for his own original recording,
Rich Bitch, which was quite the dance number. Another
In fact, an overflow room was provided, and neces- music-related video was created by Shea Swenson,
sary. Live streaming from the relatively small Gibson who made a demo for the EP he recorded and de-
Auditorium allowed extra attendees to have a place to signed for Troy Hawes called “Brand New Start.” Clay-
sit for the duration of the awards ceremony and final ton Basi also went in the direction of recordings, and
presentations. Special guests this year included Dean presented a music video he produced and designed
of Arts & Science Stan Chung, Vice-President Academ- for the group Forecast.
ic John Boraas, and even college President Kathryn
Laurin. Unfortunately Ms. Laurin was unable to stay for Music wasn’t the only focus. There were a number of
the entire ceremony, and left following the introduction documentary style films. James Nielson showcased his
and awards. Alas, she missed the opportunity to be Victoria entrepreneurship documentary “Lift Off Me-
wowed by the talent and passion of ACP’s class 39. dia.” Jordan Venoit provided a very necessary update
of the Block Watch and Saanich Police instructional
Each graduate provided the large audience with im- videos. Dylan Wilks produced a very entertaining free
pressive final projects, showcasing their skills and hard riding mini documentary “Riding Renegades.” And
work. Clayton Basi, decked out in a happening pow- four grads teamed up to create a professional web se-
der blue suit in recognition of the evening’s “enchant- ries, “Behind City Lines”, highlighting Victoria perform-
ment under the sea” motif, held his own alongside the ers. This was the work of Ashley O’Neill, Rose Jang,
witty Marius Langeland as emcees for the evening. Carol-Lynne Michaels and Stephanie Field.
Videos took up a large part of the second year final Class 39 International student Marius Langeland made
projects. Jason Saliani, ever the car enthusiast, use of his enjoyment of working with other Internation-
presented his final project in the form of a car review al students through the creation of promotional material
video called “Open Road.” Adam Price created an en- for Camosun’s Peer Connections. He even had a posse
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7. of the students introduce his project with a dance num-
AWARD WINNERS
ber! Tyler Rowe showcased his passion in his Canucks
Blog, SmugNation.com, and his sports talk radio show.
Golden Coffee Cup (1st year):
Clorisa Simpson presented her blog, “Ranger Dan- Megan Gibson
ger,” that she had created for her position as the Zone
Ranger at radio station Zone 91.3. Chesley Ryder’s Golden Coffee Cup (2nd year):
final project came in web form too, with a completely
overhauled professional website for the Vancouver
Jason Saliani
Island Mountain Centre.
Best Publishing Student:
Ali Hackett showcased her written feature work for the Adam Price
school’s Nexus Newspaper for her final project. And
class 39 Photoshop guru Philip Moydl presented his Most Improved Publishing Student:
photographic manipulation portfolio demonstrating his
talent for both photography and Photoshop.
Colleen Rabatich
Overall the evening was a wonderful send-off as grads
Best Video Student:
wowed us with both their talent and their great fash- Dave Ingram-Chadwick
ion sense. There really is nothing like mingling with a
bunch of people dressed to the nines. Most Improved Video Student:
Following the fast-paced ceremony, attendees made
Nate Jones
their way upstairs to enjoy a colourful and delicious
spread provided by the lovely class 40, and took
Best Radio Student:
advantage of the cheap drinks provided in the festively Tyler Rowe
decorated room 300. The decorations fit the theme of
enchantment under the sea beautifully with copious Most Improved Radio Student:
blue streamers, balloon jellyfish, and colourful fish. Ashley O’Neill
Class 39 may be the second-to-last graduating class
of the Applied Communication Program, but the cloud
was unable to even enter the building, leaving only the
best and happiest memories remaining.
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8. Jeremy Ambers — Design & Layout
Dan Darling — Writing & Layout
Vanessa Davies — Writing
Liza Dawson-Whisker — Writing
Jai Rakic — Design, Layout & Writing
Photos
ACP Archives, Jeremy Ambers,
Esrah Boulton, Jess Clark
Lois’ Gossip Faithful Few
ACP Alumni membership renewals since last issue:
Another Emmy to report: Yes, class 23’s Patrick
Sheehy will have to get more shelving. He picked up Lois Fernyhough—class 10
his second Emmy to add to the one he won in 2004,
for his work as Technical Director of the San Diego 6 Alison Hogan—class 30
News @ 10pm.
Jennifer Lancaster—class 36
Another baby or two to report: ACP grads of class 33,
Al Lehmann—former instructor
Kirsten (Willey) and Chris Loran, welcome son Row-
an Yves Loran born Sept. 13. Class 40 student (current Mark Planiden—class 26
second year) Dan Darling and his wife Michelle had
their second child, Benjamin James Darling, June 25. Emanuel Sequeira—class 28
Kerm Bench update: Dan Doherty (class 6) is gen- Chris Sutherland—class 35
erously and fittingly donating the proceeds from the
Karen (Goodwin) Weiss—class 14
re-issue of ACP founder Kerm Carlson’s research book
towards the bench in front of the Young building,
installed last year in Kerm’s honour. For more details We thank everyone for their generous support in
on the book and how you can match Dan’s donation to this, our last year of publication of Take 5. Three
the bench with one of your own, go here: more issues to go!
http://researchvalues.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/
buy-the-book-and-get-a-piece-of-the-bench/
Royal Roads at work: Nice to know that ACPers are
not just attending RRU, but also being hired there! Keeping in touch: As I write this, we have 336 mem-
Samantha Toms (class 32) left radio to live in bers in our ACP Alumni Association Facebook
Australia for a year; she’s now back and is the Student group. This is where I post virtually all the jobs I re-
Support Officer for RRU’s International Study Centre. ceive now, instead of emailing them out. It’s a great
Erin Schaff (class 33) left the Hotel Grand Pacific forum for connecting with other ACPers—and many of
where she was the Marketing Coordinator, and is now them are posting jobs here too! Please consider joining
a Marketing Specialist with RRU. And while not tech- to stay in touch. Just find the group on FB and request
nically an ACPer, former Village 900 station manager to join. As an admin, I can add you in.
Doug Ozeroff is Senior Manager for RRU’s Commu-
nication and Alumni Relations department. ~Lois
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