Lectures Aren't the Only Thing McGill has to Offer |
MCGILL ATHLETICS
McGill is not only famous for its emphasis on academics but is also known for an impressive athletics program. McGill has over 20 sports teams, including football, hockey, soccer and even 'woodsmen' (who knows…) If you are interested in sports, I have one piece of advice for you - TRY OUT. Go for it and don't hold back. There are varsity sports that compete against other universities from all over Quebec and Canada. They offer a great sense of community and team bonding. If you want to participate in a sports program but maybe you don't have the skill of a varsity athlete, an intramural team could be perfect for you. These teams emphasize the fun of sports rather than the competitive aspect. The McGill athletic association also offers a lot of fitness and recreational programs, that include dance, martial arts, and pay as you go fitness classes, which are all great ways to stay active and have fun. Or you could just hit the gym and do your own thing. Don't forget the wise words of Elle Woods "Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don't shoot their husbands, they just don't." And if you have no interest in unnecessarily sweating then be a supportive fan and maybe gain endorphins from sitting in the stands.
McGill is not only famous for its emphasis on academics but is also known for an impressive athletics program. McGill has over 20 sports teams, including football, hockey, soccer and even 'woodsmen' (who knows…) If you are interested in sports, I have one piece of advice for you - TRY OUT. Go for it and don't hold back. There are varsity sports that compete against other universities from all over Quebec and Canada. They offer a great sense of community and team bonding. If you want to participate in a sports program but maybe you don't have the skill of a varsity athlete, an intramural team could be perfect for you. These teams emphasize the fun of sports rather than the competitive aspect. The McGill athletic association also offers a lot of fitness and recreational programs, that include dance, martial arts, and pay as you go fitness classes, which are all great ways to stay active and have fun. Or you could just hit the gym and do your own thing. Don't forget the wise words of Elle Woods "Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don't shoot their husbands, they just don't." And if you have no interest in unnecessarily sweating then be a supportive fan and maybe gain endorphins from sitting in the stands.
PLAYERS' THEATRE
Players' theatre is a not for profit drama organization that runs and produces plays and theatre groups to serve McGill and the greater Montreal area. The organization is completely student run and seeks to provide entertainment for the community. Players' produces five major plays each year and they also have an annual McGill Drama Festival (MDF), which features original plays that are written, acted and directed by McGill students. Players' is a fabulous way to get further involved in the McGill community, whether you are an actor, a writer, a director or have an interest in costume or set design check out Players' for some incredible opportunities. OR if you're like me and no dramatic talent but enjoy a good laugh or cry, check out their play listings and get a little more cultured.
Players' theatre is a not for profit drama organization that runs and produces plays and theatre groups to serve McGill and the greater Montreal area. The organization is completely student run and seeks to provide entertainment for the community. Players' produces five major plays each year and they also have an annual McGill Drama Festival (MDF), which features original plays that are written, acted and directed by McGill students. Players' is a fabulous way to get further involved in the McGill community, whether you are an actor, a writer, a director or have an interest in costume or set design check out Players' for some incredible opportunities. OR if you're like me and no dramatic talent but enjoy a good laugh or cry, check out their play listings and get a little more cultured.
EFFUSION
Be prepared to be amazed! If you adore acapella and have a major crush on Beyonce then buy your ticket ASAP. Effusion will blow your mind! In case you haven't picked up on it yet, Effusion is a student run acapella group on campus. They are unbelievably talented and perform fabulous shows around the city of Montreal. So if you can sing or rap or make crazy noises with your mouth than give them a call and audition. Let your talent shine and be a part of an amazing organization. Otherwise buy a ticket and be prepared to be overwhelmed with feelings of jealously and self doubt as a single tear rolls down your face when 15 or so students belt their hearts out on stage as you sit in the back asking yourself why you had to be born tone deaf. (Or maybe that was just my experience…)
Be prepared to be amazed! If you adore acapella and have a major crush on Beyonce then buy your ticket ASAP. Effusion will blow your mind! In case you haven't picked up on it yet, Effusion is a student run acapella group on campus. They are unbelievably talented and perform fabulous shows around the city of Montreal. So if you can sing or rap or make crazy noises with your mouth than give them a call and audition. Let your talent shine and be a part of an amazing organization. Otherwise buy a ticket and be prepared to be overwhelmed with feelings of jealously and self doubt as a single tear rolls down your face when 15 or so students belt their hearts out on stage as you sit in the back asking yourself why you had to be born tone deaf. (Or maybe that was just my experience…)