Andre Spence

About the author

Andre Spence (he/him) is a student journalist at Durham College with a wide spectrum of interests, ranging from cars to music. Coming from a Jamaican and Trinidadian background, he is an advocate for Afro-Caribbean representation within media. You can reach him at andre.spence2@dcmail.ca.

Jason Vassell: Making a difference beyond the classroom

In January, Durham College’s annual Social Justice Week spotlighted pressing social issues, engaging students and faculty in meaningful dialogue. Behind the scenes, the event's...

How the Big M Drive In became a Pickering staple

Pickering’s beach is one of the main attractions of the city. In the summer, countless people can be found in the area, some walking...

Reviving retro: How YYZ Clothing is bringing vintage styles and sustainability to West Durham

As the loose-fitting fashions of the early 1980s and 1990s make a comeback, West Durham has found its vintage haven in YYZ Clothing.Launched...

Student club provides a second home to Caribbean students

The Caribbean islands are more than just vibrant outfits and party music. They're home to a diverse community with unique cultures. Many from this...

The unexpected portrayal of sex addiction: The Melodic Blue

"Family Ties" by Baby Keem and Kendrick Lamar is one of the biggest rap songs of the 2020s so far. At parties and concerts,...

Young journalists face industry challenges

In North America, there is a growing mistrust for news and as a direct result of that, news outlets are being forced to lay...

Green entrepreneurship: Durham College student launches eco-friendly dandelion project

Warm weather in Canada ushers in blue skies, green grass and sunshine, but they also marks the return of a common homeowners challenge: dandelions....

Jacob Powless: Lacrosse player, chef and journalist

The medicine game, more commonly known as lacrosse, is deeply linked to Indigenous history. Hundreds of people played in games lasting multiple days, it...

Oshawa Outlaws gear up for lacrosse season with high hopes for redemption

The Arena Lacrosse League’s (ALL) season opens in just over three weeks and the Oshawa Outlaws are already preparing their team for a deeper...

SCARING THE HOES:DLC PACK, the perfect EP for those who struggle with human interaction

Picture this, you're in your early college days at a house party. In the corner of the room, a group of drunk, maybe legal...

Lacrosse draft brings new talent to the Oshawa Outlaws

Twin brothers from Toronto are among 16 new players drafted to the Oshawa Outlaws of the Arena Lacrosse League (ALL).Ryan and Gareth Haigh both...

Driving passion: Durham Region’s car enthusiasts redefine automotive culture

A 2019 study by Turo, a car-sharing marketplace, indicates that approximately 83 per cent of Canadians own a car, primarily for transportation. Yet...

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