Ashbury College - Ashburian Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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ALEXANDER HGUSE Mark came here in 1976 on a scholarship and has enjoyed the experience tremendously. Since the Junior School he has par- ticipated in drama, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme and the Board of Stewards. He also enjoys playing a guitar and playing with his computer 'Gertrude'. Arguing with Mr. Williamson, watching Mr. Niles get bitten by a rat in the Biology Lab and wearing a skirt on 'Tacky Tuesday' have all highlighted his career - along with winning the grade 12 Geography and Biology prizes. Skiing, rowing, tennis and soccer also get lots of attention from him. ln his intellectual firmament two bright stars are Dune and 1984. He intends to study Medecine in England, with the aim of being a neurologist. A certain amount of opposition is a great help to a man,' kites rise against- not with the wind. John Neal. MARK RUDDOCK John, at Ashbury since 1976, has been involved in drama, debating, public speaking, Chi Rho, Board of Stewards and Acid Rain campaigns. His academic career has been sprinkled with awards - a fact which partially explains his readiness to skip grade 113 this feat, along with winning the Woods Shield in grade 8 are two highpoints in his experience here. John's pre-occupation with water sports fwhite water slalom, rowing, canoeing, scuba and life- guardingl underlines both his intention to take up Environmental Law and his belief that nature should be protected at all costs. Papillon, he says, taught him never to give up - even if all the odds are against you. GREG DEERNSTED Greg attended this school from 1978 1983 admitting that when he first came lt was a very confusing world. He took part in football, league soccer, cross-country skiing and baseball and he adds to these activities photography, hiking and canoeing. One of his most thrilling moments occurred at the Bantam Football banquet when he won the Soggy Pants Award for his unique attire. Greg insists that few moments at Ashbury have surpassed that one. He is also understandably satisfied to have achieved the Duke of Edinburgh Award at the Silver level and is currently working on his Gold. While praising the small classes and the friendliness of communal life here, he confesses that he is glad to be leaving to study Science at Ottawa U. That which does not conquer is not strong enough.

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Since coming to Ashbury in 1980, Ted has distinguished himself on the Senior Football and Hockey teams which he captained and co- captained respectively, this year. He praises the atmosphere and the attentive teachers of the school, but he suggests that Woody and the prefects share the common room. He cites winning the Charles Rowley Booth Memorial Trophy Cfor academics and athleticsj in grade 12 and the undefeated football season as the highpoints of his life here. Ted was a prefect in Woollcombe House fboardersj where he performed his duties with steadiness and rare good humour. He informs us that he relaxes by water-skiing and cliff-jumping at his Laurentian reserve. Next port-of-call: Queen's for Economics. Il TED MULHERN Andrew was born in York, England and has travelled extensively over a large part of the worldg his present home is in the United Arab Emirates. His main interests are soccer, squash and photography. He is an avid reader in all fields but prefers fantasy and science fiction, six of his favourite books being The Fellowship of the Ring and The Foundation Trilogy fTolkien and Asimovj. Andrew mentions the winning of the L.C.C. Soccer Tournament and his Most Improved Player Award in Senior Soccer as the highlights of his career. He wishes to attend the University of faut cultiver notrejardinn land that, he says, is for Mr. Lemelelj. Western Ontario next year for pre-Medical courses. STUART WONG ANDREW TURNER Stuart has enjoyed his two years at Ashbury because, as he says, the environment is good for studying and the people are generally helpful and friendly. He is keenly involved in tennis, squash and downhill skiing but is also interested in electronics, stamp collecting and horse-back riding. Stuart says he listens to classical music in order to relax but to rock 'n roll to keep his spirits up. Next year will see him at University of Toronto for Computer Science.

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Spencer, who was born in Montreal, came to Ashbury in 1978, took his grade 11 year at Lisgar, but returned for his fina' two years. He has been active in both the Energy and Science Clubs as well as earning his Bronze Level Duke of Edinburgh Award. His exhibit at the 1982 Science Fair, by the way, won first prize Cethyl alcohol as fuely and he lists, as a hobby, that he likes to make beer - so it all comes together in a knot. Spencer has rowed for the school, played hockey and skiid competitively. He has, he declares, been most happy as a prefect, listing it as a highpoint of his career. He will further his own goals by attending R.M.C. for Business Ad- ministration. GUESS WHAT? ln 8 years you will be part of a 100 year old history! SPENCER FRASER Chris was born in Welland, Ontario but moved to Ottawa when he was six. He came to Ashbury in 1980 as a dayboy but moved into Mr. NIacFarlane's house in mid-year when his family went to England. His extra-curricular efforts have included scouting from 1971 onwards, with four National Jamborees, a Chief Scout Award and a Duke of Edinburgh Award, Silver Level. Chris enjoys sailing on various lakes including Lakes Erie and Ontario, as well as at Cape Cod. At Ashbury, soccer, squash, and track and field help to round out his program. His interests in politics and the stock market will lead him into Economics and Business at Western. CAROLINE MARTIN Caroline Caffectionately known as Bubba or Miss Martini was born in Ottawa and has lived in the big city of Aylmer ever since. In school, she participates in tennis, volleyball and squash while, out of school, she may be found at the library, Tabasco's, 16 lambton fwatching the soapsj and on the ski hills. She also likes reggae fThird Worldl and rock CTatoo Youj. The highlights of Caroline's year have been water raids that backfired, meetings with the Dean, French class and frequent laughter. She says, tongue-in-cheek, Live for today because there may be no tomorrow. On second thought - she may be right! Anyway, she will gain further insight into the human condition by studying Arts next year at Western.