Ashbury College - Ashburian Yearbook (Ottawa, Ontario Canada)

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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.

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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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Dave came to Ashbury on scholarship in 1980 and has participated in rowing, squash and drama tat Elmwoodjg as well, he won the School French Prize and the Grade Thirteen French Prize. Dave says he has enjoyed being a prefect and insists that the highlights of his career have been the Drama Festival weekend last year and listening to Elvis Costello on his walk man during spares. Admired by many for his unassuming manner and his academic initiative, Dave feels that friendly competition is possible here without making the atmosphere too highly charged. Two books that have influenced him are The Stone Angel CLaurenceJ and Rabbit Redux tUpdikeJ. He is looking to McGill or U. ofT. for Economics. We toil for fame,! We live on crusts,! We make a name Then we are bust. Robbins SHAWN PRICE Stuart was born in Slough, England and has been at Ashbury for two years. During this time he has been involved in a progressive jazz band as well in soccer and rowing. At home he plays guitar until his fingers fall off. Stuart has fond memories of rowing at the Head of the Trent in 1981. He would like to attend U. of T. or McMaster for Anthropology. You have to get in to get out. Genesis DAVID POWER Shawn came to Ashbury after stops in Australia, Germany, Austria and Kenya. He is happy to have contributed fully to life here with contributions to both Senior Soccer and Hockeyg in the former he was team high scorer this year. Windsurfing is a particular interestg last year he placed 30th in the Canadian National Championships. While in Kenya he also represented Kenya against Britain in Motocross competition. He enjoys Ashbury and praises it for its balanced learning environment. He has won an Augsbury Scholarship to St. Lawrence University where he plans to take pre- Law. It matters not how straight the gate,! How charged with punishments the scrollg! I am the master of my fate,! I am the Captain of my soul. W.E. Henley. STUART RAYMOND-JONES