Good news on student email NewfeatureatSUB Bring your own towel Annette Martin options and allow better word processing programs, web page designs, and free up- grades. Then, during last week's monsoon-like rainstorms, the basement of the building flooded, covering the carpet in the computer room but not quite reaching the electric wiring. To compensate for the indefinite closure of the lab, the Student Union has adopted a policy to assist frustrated users. The computer lab at the Douglas College Student Union Building has had more than its fair share of prob- lems this semester, but good news is forthcoming for former and future lab users. As many users are aware, the computers crashed earlier in the semester at a time when the network administrator was hoping to install a new system that would be faster, have more Douglas College Inte students. They can learn about contemporary issues from around the world, learn about UN policy and proce- dure, and actually participate in deliberations similar to that of the UN. Not only is this a learning experience, it is also an opportunity to meet people from the college, the province, around the country, or even around the world. And on top of that, it’s Lorenzo Sia (David Lam) Douglas College grows on a day to day basis. This Febru- ary, Douglas College is hosting a major international conference, its first Interna- tional Model United Nations. The conference will be held from February 11 to 14, and will take place at the New Westminster Campus. DOUGIMUN, for short, is an excellent opportunity for Amanda Wheeler, vice president external, says that, “All students who had re- newed their email accounts before Tuesday January 12, will be offered free email until January 2000.” Students who will not be returning to Douglas College next semester, or who will be graduating, can be reimbursed for this semester. Students who qualify for reimbursement may claim their money at the Student Union Office. Annette Martin If the Lower Mainland contin- ues to enjoy mild—but very wet—weather the Douglas College Student Union Building may be offering a new entertainment feature in the near future—diving! Last Thursday morning it was discovered that the building’s elevator shaft contained one foot (31 centimetres) of water. By that afternoon the water level had risen to two feet (61.5 centimetres). The Student Union and Douglas College are looking into the two-year-old build- ing’s warranties, liabilities and leases to see who is responsible for the problem, and what can be done about it. In the meantime, bring your own towel. rational Model United Nations great for resumés and univer- sity applications. Of course, conferences are not just places to learn, they're also places to get to know people and have a good time. DOUGIMUN is having a Cultural Evening at a date to be announced. Cocktails will be served at 6:30pm, dinner at 7:30pm with a dance (including a ive band) to follow. The dress code for this event is semi-formal, or, if you wish, in your ethnic country’s custom. The event is co-sponsored by the Mexican Consulate. Tickets are $20, and are for those who are not delegates. (If you are a delegate, your delegate fees include a ticket for this event.) For more information, phone Angie@525.9897 or Allision@467.0092. To register, pick up a registration form from the DOUGIMUN tables at David Is she yours? If so, please claim at the Other Press lost and found. Have you heard of this Japanese meal before? Sushi, Tempura, Sashimi, and others are well known traditional Japanese cuisine. However, Okonomi- yaki is a meal which is loved by all generations in Japan. Sometimes it is described as “Japanese Pizza” the appear- ance is similar to pizza but do not expect it to taste like pizza. The soft and tasty pie with various ingredients fills your tummy with satisfac- tion. Try this simple and easy recipe. It brings you a new taste of Japanese food and creates a casual atmosphere. Ingredients Things to mix Plain flour 70g Grated raw yam 20-30g Chopped pork 30g Shrimp(cut in pieces) 30g Chopped squid 30g Red pickled ginger (finely sliced and cut into pieces) a little Finely sliced cabbage 70g Egg (middle sized) Special Sauce Ketchup 20g Mayo (Cupid mayonnaise) 25g Kagome Worcester Sauce 4 January 20 1999 the Other Press 25g Lam Campus or at the New Westminster Campus, or contact Marlene@527.5208. The registration fee is $25 and it includes the Cultural Evening, participation in all the commissions and round table discussions, and a Fraser Valley River tour. Okonomi-yaki Chiho Tamoto Spice dried bonito flakes (called “katsuo-bushi”) Green laver (known as “ao- nori’) Laver (known as “nori”) *** All of these ingredients are available at T&T Super- markets. (There is one at Metrotown.) Let’s cook!! 1. Put the following ingredi- ents into a big bowl in this order: flour, grated yam, cabbage, ginger, egg, pork, shrimp and squid. Mix gently ogether into a paste. 2. Heat a pan to medium heat. Place one scoop(1 cup) of the paste in the pan. Flatten slightly. It should be 1-2 cm deep. Sprinkle the spices on top. When you see the edges are dried and hardened, turn the Okonomi-yaki over. 3. Keep turning over until the surface looks crispy. 4. Place it on a plate, then enjoy with the mixed special sauce!!