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And it was because of their heavy involvement in extracurricular activities, in addition to their high acade- mic achievement. that they will both receive four-year $16,000 scholarships as they look to make a difference again at the University of Waterloo this full. Banduk, the co-president of the WCI's student council. said everyone is given talents and special abilities. and it would be a shame not to share them with the world. "We should use them to make the world a better place." shy said. But since they started their respective high school careers in 1997, both girls have decid- ed to get involved in their communities. taking leader- ship roles on things ranging from race relations to emer- gency relief for survivors of a killer hurricane in Nicaragua. Not that they're slouches when it comes to academics. as both WCl's Sophia Banduk and St. David's Stephanie Chow boast marks in the 90s. Sophia Banduk (above) and Stephanie Chow have earned Canadian Millennium Scholarships. no. valuw igh school has been Hmore about making a difference than mak- ing the grade for two local students honoured with Canadian Millennium Schl arships. Waterloo high school students get top marks for community involvement That's been a guiding phi By Boa VRBANAC -Clr f?" icle Maj] Through role-playing games and cultural interac- tion the conference helped the elementary students understand the meaning of tolerance. The principal of the school was so impressed with the presentation, Banduk received a letter the next day congratulating her on the difference she made. Since then, the school has- nt had any of the troubles it had before the WCI students made their visit. That all culminated in her work with an anti-racism club at the school that has improved understanding about the differences at a multicultural school like WCI, and helped diffuse a volatile situation at one local public elementary school. When a student at a local school provoked fights with minority students, Banduk and her club were invited by local Grade 2 classes to orga- nize a multicultural confer- ence. Iosophy for the 18-year old who has shared her Muslim faith and Indian heritage with her fellow students by help- ing to organize a highly suc- cessful multicultural show- case over the past two years. She also helped set up the Youth India-Canada Associa- tion to help new Canadians get settled into their adopted land. "Not only are we helping no: VIIANAIZ moves LIFESTYLE "Getting involved in your high school is the thing to do," said Banduk. who is the school's valedictorian. "There's no way you could just come to school. go to your classes and then go home and say you love high school Being true to your school was also something that was ingrained into Chow by her parents Tom and Gayle when she started attending St. David secondary school. The 19-year-old has been involved with student gov- ernment since she was in Grade 9, and is still heavily involved today. "It’s all about the friends you make. and the, social things you do inside and out- side of the classroom) Her dad is a prominent local dentist who organizes a local charity walk by the East- Asian community, and was very involved in his own high school community at Grand River collegiate. WCI students and bringing the community together a lit- tle bit, we're also raising money and helping people in Third World countries who aren't as fortunate as us," said Banduk, who draws her inspi- ration from her family. espe- cially her dad Kerr and mom Shehnaz. "It was frustrating at times. but it was just a rewarding experience," said Chow, who plans to study design engi- neering at UW in the fall. "I just love getting out there and Despite some organizing challenges. the drive was able to misc enou h money to rebuild a 'ill'la"d', a family who lost their home, and the school continues to support the four children involved in the program, paying for them to attend school. "I wanted to make our school the best that it could be," said Chow, who spear- headed a fundraiser for the Nicaraguan Hurricane Relief Fund two years ago. "I want- ed to make it the best place for me, and the best place I could for my peers. Chow has taken that encouragement and used it to help shape her own desire to make a difference in her school community, and in the wider community as a volun- teer with local charities and the upcoming Ontario Sum- mer Games. "My parents have always pushed me to strive to do my best." said Chow. "And it did- n't matter whether it was inside or outside of the class- room." Continued on page " As a special gift to all the friends of Doon, and to visitors that day. Doon will offer free admission. For more information about the fer. tivities, or about Doon Heritage Crossroads. call 748- 1914. In 1914. thi, country was only 48 years old and the patriotic feeling for the fledgling nation was alive and well. Doon will recapture the spirit of July l, 1914. with a birthday party that will feature tmditional fun and entertainment from the tum of the cen- Musical entertainment will be provided by the Grand River Brass. Turn of the century games and a free draw for a picnic basket are all part of the party. - The pulilic éan bring their own picnic basket or purchase a hot dog and drink. For information about the event, check www.canadaday.uwatedoo.ca Join the farmers and villagers at Donn Heritage Crossroads as they celebrate Canada's birlhday on 1eg 1 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 pm. The daytime activities begin at 2 p.m. with games, children's activities and live entertain- ment on the main stage. Entertainment will continue until 10 pan. when the crowds gather to watch the musically enhanced fireworks show. At 6 pm. welcoming ceremonies will be held with local dignitaries bringing their well wishes. " It is amazing to see what students working together can accomplish." said student event manager Anna Dikaliotis, referring to the many UW volunteers who help make the Canada Day celebrations a success. "It's wonderful to work with such a dedicated team, who are so com- mitted to improving the celebrations each year." Free parking is available in most campus lots by entering off University Avenue. Its popularity is due to a wide range of free activities for families and friends, from live music, arts and crafts to children's activities and games. as well as fireworks at 10 pan. To satisfy healthy appetites, there are afford- able meals from a variety of vendors. Proceeds from the UW food tent - selling hot dogs, ham- burgers, pizza and soft drinks - go to support the fireworks and festivities. One of the largest Canada Day celebrations in southwestern Ontario will take place at the Unilersity of Walerloq July 1. The university and its Federation of Students are presenting the 18th annual UW Canada Day festivities next Monday, kicking off at 2 p.m. and ending at li p.m. Besides celebrating the coun- try's birthday, the event will mark UW's 45th anniversary. In previous years, the Canada Day party has attracted more than 50.000 people to the Columbia lake Fields on the university's North Campus. UW hosts Canada Day bash Doon celebrates with Canada Day picnic =_.W.i...t.tF9_ ..9_..... m Walerloo trElsG5n 746-1666 u I o Ask for details WATERLOO was!“ "thrrld..a.l1htfam"r Flo licTSNEi) m ulnrlomviaili sum