Lights, camera, action | ‘Submitted b by Nina Velasquez An information meeting for Capilano College’s Film Centre programs changed Josh Whittall’s life forever. “We (Josh and his then-girlfriend, Shauna) were smitten with the program and enrolled right away,” says Josh, 27. “It was an incredible experience and we learned a broad range of skills that enabled us to get industry jobs immediately.” With experience under their belts, the couple turned to two major projects: a new company, and marnage! “We started Wandering Gecko Entertainment in 2001, the year we got married, and it has already grown so much,” says Shauna, 26. “It’s really exciting to build this project together and put our education into practice.” In 2003, Josh’s dream of becoming a writer-director was realized thanks to funding that allowed him to write about the sordid and lesser- known underworld of Vancouver. The finished product was his feature length script, The Gutter Diaries. Shauna coordinated and produced the film while Josh scouted locations and worked through the exhaustive process of casting and rehearsing. He often drew upon Capilano College Film Centre students to assist. Their efforts paid off when Josh won Best Director for a feature film at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival in November 2006. Film Centre grad, Josh Whittal (seen here with wife, Shauna), won Best Director at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival in November 2006. Josh and Shauna are currently working on four feature films, all written and to be directed by Josh, who is also a member of the Capilano College film advisory board. “Tt was an honour to be asked to help the college that’s given me so much in return,” he says, “and it truly is an incredible facility to learn the craft of motion picture production.” _All-Cap issue of The Capilano Review out soon Submitted by Dr. Jenny Penberthy Series three (3.1) of The Capilano Review will be inaugurated with a special Capilano College issue that will be double the usual size. ALL writers will be either past or present employees of the College. The issue will also include samples of work by the Studio Art and Textile Arts faculty—a minimum of 16 colour images. The opening piece in the issue is a transcribed discussion involving five of the seven past and present TCR editors reflecting on 35 years of TCR history and the supportive role played by the College. The issue is expected to be out in late April/early May. Writers from the College include: Andrew Klobucar, August Kleinzahler, bill bissett, Bill Schermbrucker, Bob Sherrin, Clint Burnham, Crawford Kilian, Crystal Hurdle, Dan Munteanu, Daphne Marlat, Dorothy Jantzen, Dwight Gardiner, Fred Wah, George Stanley, Helene Littmann, Ingrid de Kok, John Dixon, John Pass, Maria Hindmarch, Meredith Quartermain, Penny Connell, Peter Quartermain, Pierre Coupey, Reg Johanson, Reid Gilbert, Roger Farr, Ryan Knighton, Sharon Thesen, Stan Persky and Will Goede. Winter 2000 issue By Dr. Robert Campbell At its March meeting, Education Council endorsed the _ nomination of Elizabeth Young - as an Instructor Emerita. Liz taught English and Biology in Adult Basic Education for more than 30 years, Her nomination _ for this honorary position recognizing excellence had the _ enthusiastic support of her colleagues and many former _ students. Casey Dorin, dean of Howe Sound and Tourism programs, gave an update on the 2010 | Winter Olympics. Last year, Education Council recommended a two-week reading break f 2010. Under the theme of Educate, Participate, Celebr the College is seeking __ opportunities to be part of th Games. The first priority is enhance the student experienc through education about the - Olympics, volunteering, and links between programs and the games. Casey emphasized that the Olympics are much _ more than a sporting event and that the years before the actual games will be very active for the arts and culture components. Council also unanimously endorsed a set of naming principles that will be presented. to. the College board to assist it in the revision of its policies on naming tangible and intangible assets. appear online.