[email protected] Twitter.com@nccvignette347 Instagram@nccvignette The Student Newspaper of Nassau Community College Issue 3 - November 17, 2016 - Fall 2016 Semester

IN THIS Some Voted, Some Stayed Home ISSUE NCC students who voted in the Presidential election--or didn’t--explain why by Katherine Frame News Editor the time to go out and vote on Nov 8. vote. News: The 2016 Presidential election is one the Other people said they just forgot to vote. Lopiccolo said many countries don’t allow Remembering country has never seen before. Many people Still others said don’t understand or want people to vote and especially since women in were against both candidates, leading many to follow politics and they decided to not vote. many countries don’t even have the right to Murray young adults to not vote. Although many people said they didn’t vote, she feels it’s important to be part of our This was the case at NCC. want to vote or just never made it to the polls, country’s politics. Scheinberg While a good number of students here at other students were very passionate about this Other students agreed with Lopiccolo and page 5 Nassau made a point to go out and vote (for election and the candidates running. Of those felt it was important to have a say in their gov- some students it was their first time voting), who did vote, many students said they voted ernment since the next new president would other students said they not vote. for Hilary Clinton just because they were not a impact their lives a lot in the future. The Vignette spoke with forty students at fan of Donald Trump. Some students wanted to vote but weren’t random two days after the election. Of this One student, Victoria Lopiccolo, said she able to because they were not registered. Some Features: group, 33 said they were registered, but only was very excited to vote for the very first time students said they weren’t old enough to be 21 said they actually voted. since she is very passionate about politics and registered and others just didn’t know how to New Some students said they didn’t vote be- this election interested her a lot. She has been become registered to vote. cause they felt their vote didn’t matter. Other registered for over a year and has been follow- Students that weren’t able to vote this year Creatuive people said they did not want to be part of this ing this election very closely. The reason she said they are eager to become registered to Writing election because of the candidates running. felt it was important to vote in this election is vote in the next election. This election made Other reasons students gave for not going because she’s grateful to be able to have a say many students at Nassau unhappy and made Program at out and voting were laziness and not having in who runs the country and have the right to other students more aware of politics. NCC Page 6 SGA Details Plans for 2016-2017 Textbooks, community outreach, and club collaboration are priorities Opinions: by Matt Carras Staff Writer On Donald Making textbooks more affordable, ex- SGA representatives did not elaborate on how they aim to increase panding community outreach, encouraging student turnout for the coach program. Trump’s club collaboration, and improving public relations are some of the Members of Student Government also intend to go to the New goals that the Student Government Association (SGA) has set for the York State Capitol later in the year to advocate for increased funding Comments 2016-2017 school year. for Nassau. However, it did not explain exactly how it aimed to com- In a recent email interview with the Vignette, members of the Stu- municate their intended message. on Autism dent Government Association explained their plans for the year ahead. Club organization is the area where the Student Government has Textbook affordability is a major concern for many students, made its largest effort. The SGA has made it mandatory for all clubs Page 10 SGA representatives said, because many pay out of pocket for books, to attend student weekly meetings, which the SGA believes will en- which can put a significant dent in their wallets. One of the reasons courage club collaboration. However, not all clubs have represen- for the high cost of textbooks, according to SGA, is that some of the tatives at meetings and SGA did not explain how they will enforce books required for classes are NCC editions, which means they are mandatory attendance. unique to our school and ultimately more expensive. Student Govern- Student Government’s largest partnership is with the NEST, which ment’s plan for lowering textbook prices will focus on collaboration is a non-profit campus organization that aims to fight against hunger Sports: with NCC President Dr. Hubert Kean and the district chairperson of on campus by being a free choice food pantry. SGA representatives Long Island Barnes and Nobles, aimed at making a switch to regular go to NEST meetings with the goal to collaborate on new ideas. Men’s B- textbook editions. Regarding public relations, representatives explained that the e- Ball Downs Regarding community outreach, the SGA plans to host toy and board has created a new position, which would focus on publicizing food drives. The SGA sponsored a toy drive during the first two weeks its events (and co-sponsored events) in a more efficient manner. Queensboro of November. SGA representatives explained that their e-board is This position should be a welcome addition to the SGA, which had discussing the possibility of more such outreach in the future. some difficulty at first deciding who would respond to the Vignette’s in Season Furthermore, the e-board hopes to continue last year’s Inspiring questions. In fact, when trying to arrange interview with members of Student Scholarship, which awards $1000 to a winner of an essay the Student Government, the reporter was told that he needed to wait Opener and GPA-based competition. To ensure that this year’s scholarship for the executive board to discuss matters before making a response. has enough money, the SGA executive board is teaming with student Members of the e-board emphasized that Dr. Kean is impressed Page 14 senators to work on fundraisers. and eager to work on the implementation of this year’s plan. One Student Government also hopes to continue the Student Coach member even went on to say, “When you have the president backing program, which aims to assist freshmen in finding their way through you up, you’re pretty much unstoppable.” their first year at NCC. However, the success of this program is de- In fact, the only major concern that SGA members expressed was pendent on the number of students who sign up to be coaches by Janu- that they might not have enough time to push through some of the ary. larger aspects of their plan. November 17, 2016 Happenings 2 with you and to answer your questions about classes, on the NCC website, www.ncc.edu as well as www.wor710. Events financial aid, time management, areas of study and anything com and www.WCBS880.com. else related to life at NCC. To sign up for a mentor, go to The NCC Library’s hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 Do numbers make you nervous? If so, get some ncc.edu/mentoringprogram. Questions? Email mentoring@ a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.- practical tips on gandling math anxiety at the First Year ncc.edu 4:30 p.m. The Library will be closed on Sunday. Experience Committee’s “Overcoming Math Anxiety” Did you know that student veterans at NCC have their workshop on Wednesday, Dec. 7 (12:30 p.m.) in the Tower, There will be no day, evening, online, or weekend own center? The Student Veterans Center, located in the 11th floor. All are welcome. classes from Thursday, Dec. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 27 Tower, Plaza level, is open daily (Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). in celebration of Thanksgiving. Is there any hope for peace in the Middle East? The Center offers veteran benefits workshops, leadership What can the world do about its refugee crisis? Will The Writing Center’s fall 2016 hours are as follows: opportunities, and opportunities to meet other veterans. Writing Center (Bradley Hall, first floor): Monday, and America ever come to its senses about guns and gun Stop by and see what the Center is all about. violence? If you have a thought about these or any Wednesday, 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, The Intramurals program will sponsor a three- other issues (including life at NCC), send it to Vignette’s 9:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Sunday, point contest on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at noon in the Phys Ed Opinions section. Opinions is seeking essays of 250-750 12:15-4 p.m. Library Annex (Second Floor, Rm. 233): Complex. For more information, call 572-7684, ext. 26602. words from the campus community for fall 2016 issues. Monday and Wednesday, 12:30-8 p.m.; Tuesday and Send submissions to OPINIONS, Vignette, College Center, The Intervarsity Christian Fellowship invites the Thursday, 10 a.m-7:45 p.m.; Saturday, 10:15 a.m.-2 p.m. Rm. 347 or email them to [email protected] NCC campus to its meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at For more information, call 572-7195. (subject line: OPINIONS). Remember to include your club hour (11:30 a.m.) in the College Union, Rm. 302. Looking for a quiet place to study? Try the Study name and telephone number. PeaceWork, a student club devoted to exploring Lounge on the third floor (Rm. 310) of the College Center. Is there a reporter in the house? How about a reviewer alternatives to violence, invites the student body to join the Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or photographer or a thoughtful columnist? The Vignette, group and be an advocate for peace. The club meets every Admissions representatives from the following NCC’s student newspaper, is seeking reporters, Thursday at club hour (11:30 a.m.) in G-375. colleges and universities will be on campus in November reviewers, photographers, and other staff members for Amnesty International, a student group devoted to and December to speak with NCC students about 2016-2017. No experience is necessary, though interest, understanding and raising awareness about human rights transfer opportunities: Monday, Nov. 21: St. John’s enthusiasm, and idealism will help. The Vignette meets on issues, meets on Tuesdays at club hour (11:30 a.m.) in University (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and New York Tuesdays at club hour (11:30 a.m.) in its office in Room 347 G-375. Institute of Technology (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.); of the College Center. Stop by! NCC’s annual Thanksgiving Blood Drive will take Tuesday, Nov. 22: Centenary College (Building G lobby, Like music? Check out P.O.P. Records, which is place on Thursday, Nov. 17 (9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.) in the 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.) and St. Joseph’s College (College Center, seeking musicians, songwriters, singers, rappers, and other College Center Building’s Multipurpose Room. Donors Rm. 254, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.); Monday, Nov. 28: Adelphi performers. Meetings are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at can drop in to donate blood or schedule an appointment by University (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.); Tuesday, club hour (11:30 a.m.) in the College Union, Rm. 300. For calling 572-7401, ext. 26028. Give the gift of life during Nov. 29: Johnson and Wales University (Building G lobby, information about upcoming meetings, see Prof. Richard this Thanksgiving season. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.); Thursday, Dec. 1: Hofstra University-- Ceballo, in the College Center, Rm. 150. The Physical Sciences Department, the Astronomy onsite (College Center, Rm. 251, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.); Monday, Dec. 5: St. John’s University--onsite (College Center, Care about clean air, clean drinking water, consumer Club and the Honors Program invite the campus to its Rm. 254, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.); Tuesday, Dec. 6: Centenary rights, voter registration, and other issues related to the Astronomy Night program on Friday, Dec. 9 (Cluster C, College (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.) and Molloy quality of life in America and the world? Get involved third floor). The program will include planaterium shows, College--onsite (College Center, Rm. 254, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.); with the NCC chapter of NYPIRG (New York Public mini lectures on astronomy topics, and star-gazing activities. Wednesday, Dec. 7: New York Institute of Technology Interest Research Group), which works on all of these issues Time: Faculty and family- 7p.m.; Students - 8 p.m. All are (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and Long Island and more. Call (516) 222-0086 for more information. welcome. University--onsite (College Center, Rm. 254, 10 a.m.-2 Online courses are an increasingly popular If you like planning campus events, NCC’s p.m.); and Thursday, Dec. 8: Johnson and Wales University alternative to classes offered through the traditional Programming Board wants to meet you! The club meets (Building G lobby, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.). For information about classroom format. If you’re wondering whether an online on Tuesdays at club hour (11:30 a.m.) in the College Center, transer visits, call the Transfer Office at 572-7127. Rm. 343. All are welcome. Inquire about positions in the course would be a good choice for you, attend the First Ready to get in shape? Ready to sweat a lot? organization. Year Experience Program’s workshop, “Are Online and Take part in this fall’s well-being programs at NCC: The Student Organization of Latinos (SOL) meets Hybrid Courses Right for You?” on Monday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m., in the Tower, 11th Floor. Zumba Fitness (Tuesday and Thursday, noon; P-120; and every Thursday at club hour (11:30 a.m.) in Building G, Thursday, 5 p.m. in P-117); Yoga (Tues. and Thurs., noon; Interested in playing on the newly formed women’s Rm. 243. The club sponsors field trips, sponsors an annual P-120); and Fitness at 5 (Wednesday, 5 p.m.; P-117). Bring golf team? Call the NCC Athletics Office (572-7522) for scholarship, promotes Hispanic cultural awareness, and a water bottle and towel and dress to work out. For more more information. more. New members are always welcome. For information information, call 572-7684, ext. 26602. about upcoming events, text @ccb322 to 81010. NCC’s Career Center invites the campus community to Got questions about or need help with choosing a a workshop, “Personality Type and Career Choice,” on Do you have a grade-point avereage of 3.5 or better? Are major or career, finding a job, getting involved in campus Tuesday, Nov. 22 (10 a.m.), in the Tower, 11th floor. Learn you thinking of applying to a competitive four-year college? life, transferring to another college, or some other issue how your personality matches those of people working in If so, be sure to attend the Transfer Office’s “Applying to related to your college experience? Drop by the Student various professions. Competitive Colleges” workshop on Thursday, Nov. 17 at Outreach and Support (SOS) Center on the first floor of club hour (11:30 a.m.) in the College Center, Rm. 251. Get The next Evening Activity Hour will take place on the College Center Building (outside the Office of Student some useful strategies for building an academiuc resume Tuesday, Nov. 22. Programs include an evening of jazz, Activities) and speak with a member of the Department of that will make four-year colleges take notice. a domestic violence workshop, a discussion of career Student Personnel Services (SPS). Hours: Mon., 9-11 a.m. Want to unwind and have some fun? Try the student opportunities in Health Information Technology, and a and 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Tues, 9-11 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m.; lounge (College Union, second floor). The lounge features holiday wreath decoration workshop. For a complete list Wed., 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Thurs., 9-11 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m.; pool, ping-pong, and other games. Be sure to sign up for the of scheduled activities, call the Office of Student Activities and Fri., 9-11 a.m. For information about SPS services, call Lounge’s Pool Tournament, scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 572-7148. 572-7506. at club hour (11:30 a.m.). For more information, visit the P.O.P. Records presents Blackout After Dark Registration for NCC’s Winterim Session (Dec. 27- lounge or call 572-0682. Fashion Show and Party on Thursday, Dec. 1 (6 p.m.- Jan. 13) has begun! The Winterim is a great way to earn NCC’s Theatre/Dance Dept. presents, “Honk,” an midnight). $3 per student, one guest per ID, $5 outside credits and get closer to graduation. Make an appointment endearing children’s musical based on the famous Hans guests. For more information, call the Office of Student with your advisor ane register today! Activities at 572-7148. Christian Andersen story. Dates: Dec. 2-4 and 9-11. For Follow NCC news on Twitter.com/NCCVignette and ticket information, call the Theatre box office at 572-7676. LUNA, NCC’s Literary Magazine, is seeking poems, Twitter.com/fye_nassaucc as well as on the First-Year NCC’s Career Center holds walk-in hours every short stories, plays, art, and photography for its upcoming Experience blog, “What’s Up, NCC?” www.whatsupncc. Thursday from 9:30-11 a.m. in Nassau Hall, Rm. 14. If you issue. Submit work to CreativewritingclubNCC@gmail. blogspot.com. com. The deadline for submissions is December 1. have a career question, need some career advice, or want to * * * * learn more about the Center’s resources, stop by. Academic Information Got a meeting, speaker, social event, or other activity NCC’s Student Government Association meets happening in the fall that you want to promote? Advertise Emergency school closings will be announced over every Monday at 4 p.m. in the College Center, Rms, 252- on the Vignette’s Happenings page! Take advantage of this the following radio stations: AM: Walk 1370; WOR 1010; 253. All are welcome. FREE service! Email notices of upcoming meetings and WCBS 880; WHLI 1100; and ­­­WINS 1010. FM: WALK In the mood for some dodgeball? Come on over to the events to NCCVignette@gmail. Indicate that the item is for 97.5; WBAB 102.3; WBLI 106.1; B103.1; KJOY 98.3; Phys Ed Complex at noon on Thursday, Dec. 1 and Tuesday, the newspaper’s “Happenings” page. Dec. 6. For more information, call 572-7684, ext. 26602. LOVE 96.1; WMJC 94.3; WRCN 103.9; and WHPC 90.3. School closings will also be announced on News 12 Long NCC has your back! Mentors are waiting to talk Island and channels 2 and 4. They will be posted, as well, Happy Thanksgiving from the Vignette! November 17, 2016

Editorial Board Editorial 3 Chynah Crocker Editor-in-Chief Katherine Frame Wanted: Details, Details, Details News Editor

Shahael Myrthil The Student Government Association wants to lower textbook prices, ex- Features Editor tend its community outreach, get clubs to be more collaborative with each Allyssa Frame other, and improve public relations. Although these ideas seem like good Opinions Editor ones, we haven’t actually heard many details about how they want to bring Sebastiam Milo Sports Editor these goals about. SGA, it would be good to let everyone know what you’re planning to do Raffy Donado Style Editor to make these things happen.

Shanya Egalite Recently, one of the writers from the Vignette tried to reach out to SGA Arts Editor and on several occasions was turned away. We were told that they were Olivia Laudano busy or they would get back to us. Finally, we got answers via email that Advertising Manager we were forced to accept even though an interview would have been ideal Anya Reid Photography Editor for the article. It’s not just about the SGA’s plans, though. De-Anna Gattereau Business Manager A few clubs have also said that there is no real communication between Contributors SGA and their peers. Members say they have also reached out and haven’t Landon Cooper, Sabrina Shah, received answers or at least a real communication. Rohandeep Singh, Avi Ezor Joshua Berlyne, Ambar Bello, SGA seems to give almost everyone the run-around when it comes to an- Jacqueline Clifford, Esther Atunrase, Grace Hernon, Ajaury swering questions that may be controversial. Because of this, some mem- Williams, Nikoletta Markon, Mike Pagano, Giovanni bers of clubs say they want to take certain issues into their own hands, McDonald, Nsikak Ekong which may or may not turn out for the best. Richard Conway Faculty Advisor On a more positive note, SGA is holding a meet and greet club hour event for clubs this Tuesday, Nov. 22 in the CCB. Clubs should attend and use The Vignette is the official student this event to ask SGA leaders questions or get the answers they need. Let’s newspaper of Nassau Community College. It is published throughout hope this helps. the fall and spring semesters. Mem- bership is open to all NCC students. A lot of student groups depend upon the Student Government for help, The Vignette welcomes letters to the editor as well as Opinions ar- advice, and information about clubs and other issues. SGA needs to be ticles. Letters should be limietd to 350 words. Opinions essays should there more than it’s been. be limited to 700 words. Letters and Opinions pieces must be signed and contain the author’s telephone num- ber or campus extension. The news- paper will withhold names on request. The editorial board reserves the right to edit stories or letters for clar- ity and length. Views expressed in letters and Opinions essays do not necessarily reflect those of the edito- rial board. The Vignette accepts classified and display advertisements from cam- Selling a textbook, looking for a roommate, pus and off-campus advertisers. Pub- Stamp out silence. or starting a business? lication of ads in the newspaper does not imply endorsement of products or Write a letter to the editor. services. Reach out to the NCC campus community Address: through Vignette classifieds. Vignette Nassau Community College College Center, Rm. 347 For more information, call 222-7071. Garden City, N.Y. 11530 Telephone: (516) 222-7071 [email protected] November 17, 2016

News 4 Etched in Sand

By Nsikak Ekong Author Visits NCC Staff Writer NCC students wel- Unbroken. I’m still traveling nationally talking about their journey to get them out of their situation safely. comed best-selling author Etched in Sand. That’s what my real inspiration was. Regina M. Calcaterra to campus on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Q: What were some of your inspirations for writ- Q: How would you describe your writing style? Calcaterra spoke to students, who had read her ing Etched in Sand? A: I would describe my writing style as disciplined. memoir, Etched in Sand, as well as those who are A: I think every child out there that was abused I had to be disciplined and structured in order to do it. currently reading her latest book, Girl Unbroken. and neglected. They were my inspiration, to give them Q: Do you have any tips for college students that Etched in Sand describes in detail the hard- something to hold on to, to give them a life, to remind maybe want to get into writing or being published? ships that Calcaterra and her siblings endured: being them that they have a light inside of them, and have to A: Learn the publishing industry. What you need to abused, being neglected, and having to take care of keep that light burning--to show them how to walk along learn is that everyone has a story, but the publishing in- her siblings, especially her youngest sister, Rosie. dustry is the business. They want to make sure that A longtime resident of Long Island, Calcaterra you write a story that’s going to sell. A great tip is is an advocate for children across the nation who to read a book by Michael Larson called How to are abused and neglected. She also advocates for Write a Book Proposal. It teaches you what they teenagers who are close to aging out of foster care. want to see in the book proposal. So it’s not nec- She is an attorney at Wolf, Haldenstein, essarily what your story is about, but how you’re Adler, Freeman & Herz, LLP in New York City. going to market it, who’s going to buy it; what are Calcaterra’s talk at NCC was sponsored by some of the books out there that have been sold. the Department of Reading and Basic Education. That is what gave me guidance. I read his book After her talk, Calcaterra answered questions and when I put together my book proposal, I at- about her writing and offered some advice to those tached my four chapters to it. And that’s how I got interested in a career as a writer. it. It’s by writing a good book proposal. It has to be Q: Do you have any plans to turn your books a good pitch to make the publisher want to publish into movies? it. If students want to write, they have to learn the A: I hope so. I’m waiting. Now that Girl Unbro- publishing industry, and that’s a good way to do it. ken is out, you’re getting two stories that are hap- pening at the same time, from different parts of the Author Regina M. Calcaterra (left, center) country with two sisters. So it makes it much more poses with NCC students who attended her talk cinematic. We will see...I hope so. about writing. Q: Do you have any plans for future projects? A: Right now I want to enjoy the success of Girl

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News/Features 5 First One In, Last One Out Author Marilyn Shimon’s book recalls her uncle, a WWII concentration camp survivor by Esther Atunrase Staff Writer In December 1939, Murray Scheinberg, a Polish busi- as the sym- Shimon said her uncle was betrayed by a friend, who nessman who owned a men’s clothing store, was taken bol of all directed the Nazi SS guards to his home on December from his family by Nazi SS guards and sent to Auschwitz evil as- 3, 1939, just three months after Germany invaded Po- concentration camp. He would spend the next six years sumes the land. He was taken from his family and his store was as a prisoner, enduring torture and inhuman conditions, living shape destroyed. He disguised his religion and was sent to Aus- but miraculously escaping Dachau shortly before the ar- of the Jew.” chwitz concentration camp as a political prisoner, not as rival of American troops in 1945. Hitler a Jew. Scheinberg was the only one of the original eight Scheinberg’s years as a concentration camp prisoner believed he Jews sent to the concentration camp to survive. and survivor are recalled in First One In, Last One Out- was doing In the camps, guards forced the inmates to perform -Auschwitz Survivor 31321, an account of his life written the work of inhumane entertainment. A popular sport was forcing the by his niece, Marilyn Shimon. Shimon spoke about her God by kill- inmates to lie down, lifting their legs high in the air and book and her uncle in the College Center’s Multipurpose ing all Jews. walking on their backs. This was almost impossible and Room on Tuesday, Nov. 8. He wrote, if prisoners couldn’t do it, they were shot on the spot. Her talk was sponsored by NCC’s Jewish Studies “Hence to- One day, Scheinberg was sent to the shower where Project and Creative Writing Program. Shimon was in- day I be- frigid and hot water were put on him one after the other, vited to speak by Sally Drucker, an NCC English and lieve that I repeatedly. It was entertainment for the guards, torture Jewish Studies professor. am acting in for the inmates. He slept on wooden planks and hardly Shimon is a Holocaust teacher and docent at the mu- accordance had anything to eat, yet he wanted to survive. seum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Ho- with the In 1941, the experiments with Xyklon B began. The locaust, New York. It took her two years to write First will of the SS were trying to determine a faster rate to exterminate One In, Last One Out, a memoir of one of the first Jews Almighty Jews. Xyklon B could kill rats, and the SS wanted to to be sent to Auschwitz concentration camp and his fight Creator: know how much they needed to kill humans. Many Jews for survival. By defend- were killed in gas chambers with sprinklers filled with Shimon started her presentation by highlighting the ing myself Marilyn Shimon Xyklon B. The Nazis referred to Jews as “Untermensch” importance of freedom to vote as Americans. It was Elec- against the Jew, I am fighting (Subhuman) and “Judenschwein” (Jewpig), among many tion Day, after all. She said that the Jews living in Europe for the work of the Lord.” other derogatory terms. To the Nazis, the Jews were unfit during the Holocaust were denied this freedom. The Holocaust was the systematic, state-sponsored to live. She told her audience of students and faculty that the persecution and murderof over 6 million Jews by the Despite the terrors he experienced, Scheinberg never Nazi-German persecution of the Jews started with one Nazi regime and its collaborators, with the intent of an- lost hope and his will to live, Shimon said. Dressed as an man, Adolf Hitler, who was responsible for murdering nihilating the Jews. Only one-third of the Jewish popula- SS guard, he successfully escaped Dachau, eleven days 6 million Jews (a population similar to that of the states tion in Europe survived the Holocaust. They survived ei- before it was liberated by the U.S. Army. He was grateful of Maryland, Wisconsin and Minnesota). He also orches- ther because they were hidden by non-Jews or got out of to the American soldiers who rescued him from where he trated the murder of 1.5 million innocent children, 5 mil- Europe in time or were simply lucky and survived their was hidden. He was grateful for a new life in Los Ange- lion non-Jews, homosexuals, gypsies, Blacks, physically time in concentration camps. This was where the story of les, California where he lived the remainder of his years. and mentally disabled people, and political opponents. Shimon’s uncle, Murray Scheinberg, began. When he died, his number 31321 (tattooed on him by the His goal was to eliminate all Jews from the surface Scheinberg was born in 1911 in Warsaw, Poland. Be- Nazis) was buried with him, along with the hardships, of the earth. In his book Mein Kampf,which means My fore the Holocaust, he owned a business and was married pain and suffering no human should ever experience. Struggle, Hitler wrote “...the personification of the devil and had two children. He also served in the Polish Army. Club Offices Closed Following CCB Halloween Party By Shahael Myrthil Features Editor

A student was hospitalized after becoming ill from closed off,” Ceballo stated, referring to the third floor of Asked why he had decided to take such measures apparent alcohol consumption at a Halloween party in the the CCB. He noted that the chaperones and outside se- (closing offices), Ceballo stated that by doing so, would College Center Building (CCB) on Thursday, Oct. 27. curity guards that were hired for that night had not been have the students understand the seriousness of the situ- The student, who was not identified, was taken by informed of this rule. ation and digest the fact that having a space to hang out ambulance to a local hospital after becoming ill in a CCB Ceballo said that this wasn’t the only rule that many in is a privilege. restroom, according to a student who attended the party students were accused of breaking. Public Safety officers “It’s an eye-opening experience to the rest of the but who requested anonymity. The student was treated reported finding alcohol content that had been poured in club,” he stated. He said he stressed to members the re- and released. a juice bottle in room 325, the room that the members sponsibilities expected of them and their officers. What started out as a fun costume party of roughly of the Jamaican Vibes Club and the Caribbean Student “It is a student organization, you get a stipend,” he 250 people in the CCB’s Multipurpose Room took a turn Organization share. said of the officers. “You must be setting the tone. I was for the worse when Public Safety learned that students After meeting with Public Safety officers and SOL disappointed. Moving further, we will probably have a were going up and down the stairs to student offices on executive board members on November 1, to confirm contract or a template of the expectations and the respon- the third floor. Public Safety seized control of the event whether the allegations he was told was true, Ceballo sibilities of the people [attending] the evening events.” after learning that a student became ill in a restroom. took away the rights of members from their office. The As of now, it has not been determined when the stu- The party was sponsored by the Student Organization faculty advisers to the Jamaican Vibes Club and the dent groups will get their offices back. of Latinos (SOL), the Programming Board, the Vignette, Caribbean Association Club, Theresa Williams and Da- Members of SOL, CSO and Jamaica Vibes declined the Student Government Association, and other groups vid Oyero, decided that the two other clubs in question to comment. with offices in the CCB. should have access to their room revoked as well. Martin Roddini, chief of Public Safety, which is pre- Richard Ceballo, the faculty advisor to the Student Phyllis Kurland, coordinator of Student Activities, paring a report on the incident, also declined to comment, Organization of Latinos, said that students should not said that having an ambulance called to an evening social citing FERPA issues. have left the party and been roaming the third floor. gathering had never occurred in her 48 years in Student “Once a party begins, access to that area should be Activities. November 17, 2016 News/Features 6 NCC Introduces A.A. Degree in Creative Writing by Shahael Myrthil Features Editor Like to write? Enjoy “According to the results of a survey conducted Davis said there are many benefits to earning a de- reading and writing poetry or fiction? by the National Commission on Writing for America’s gree in creative writing. Good news: you can now earn a whole degree in cre- Families, Schools, and Colleges, employers want to hire “The coursework in a Creative Writing AA might ative writing at NCC. people who can write well,” Davis told the Vignette. focus students’ energies on writing poems, stories and The English Department’s Associate in Arts degree Based on the survey responses, the Commission esti- plays, but the grammatical, syntactic and editorial skills in Creative Writing, now in its first year, has already at- mated that additional training to address workers’ defi- required to write well in those genres are no different tracted sixteen majors. ciencies in writing costs American corporations as much than those required to write, for example, a good news- Sabrina Davis, a professor in the English Depart- as $3.1 billion annually. paper article, press release, or progress report,” she said. ment, told the Vignette that over the past couple of years, Davis continued: “Proficient writers are in demand “Students who graduate from NCC with an AA in her department has received a lot of feedback from stu- throughout the workforce, in print and online journal- Creative Writing, in other words, will possess skills that dents interested in studying creative writing. She also ism, broadcast media, electronic commerce, government employers of many kinds want and need in the people noted the popularity of creative writing courses, whose and legal agencies, public relations companies, and large they employ,” Davis said. enrollment consistently runs (over) capacity each se- corporations. The formal study of creative writing pro- Students can take classes ranging from Play & Screen mester, revealing the high level of student interest in the vides students with a strong foundation of skills they can Writing to Women in Literature to Fiction Writing. discipline.” use in building a creative writing career and/or in the Who knows--you might just fall in love with the art What can you do with this degree, you ask? broader labor market.” of writing and gain fame as a New York Times bestsell- You don’t necessarily need to be an aspiring journal- The new degree will call for students to take nine ing author or get an Oscar for a brilliant script you wrote ist to graduate with this degree, Davis said. After all, credits in creative writing courses. This will include in class. Life is quite unpredictable. possessing strong writing skills can make you a very ENG 313 Creative Writing, plus two courses in poetry It might lead you to a road you never thought was valuable asset to almost any employer, whether that be writing, screen writing, or fiction writing. There will imaginable! at a law firm, a tech company, or a charity organization. also be one English literature elective.

YOU CAN APPLY FOR THE SUNY CHANCELLOR’S AWARD FOR STUDENT EXCELLENCE

Dear NCC Students,

Nassau Community College Students are invited to apply for the highest honor a student at the State University of New York colleges can receive: The Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence.

The Chancellor’s Award is given to students around New York State who combine academic excellence with significant accomplishments in other areas of their lives, which may include leadership, extracur- ricular activities, athletics, community service, creative and performing arts, entrepreneurship, or career achievement.

Nassau Community College will select and nominate several students for this award. The winners will be chosen by the SUNY administration in Albany. Award recipients and their families will be invited to a lovely awards reception in Albany in April, 2017.

To be nominated by this college, you must have completed 33 credits as of 8/31/16, have a GPA of 3.6 or better and expect to graduate in May, 2017 or December, 2016. Applications are available from the Student Activities Office, CCB 150, and must be completed and returned by Monday, December 5, 2016. Late applications will not be accepted. If you have any questions, you can contact me by phone at 516- 572-7148 or in person in the CCB Room 150. Phyllis Kurland Office of Student Activities Student Personnel Services Nassau Community College November 17, 2016 Arts 7 Exploring Your Inner and Outer Beauty Black History Month program features entrepreneurs promoting health and beauty products by Shanya Egalite ment through reflexology, which are massages that help relieve tension and treat Arts Editor illness. It combines astrology, the right foods and herbs to help with the practice of sometherapies and treatments for illnesses. Overall, this table helps to balance one’s A group African American entrepreneurs visited NCC on Thursday, Nov. 3 to advertise life with healing and love. a variety of products devoted to skin and body care. Another table promoted different aromatic scents that can be burned throughout The event, titled “Inner and Outer Beauty,” was sponsored by NCC’s Black History the house. Nearby, another featured different massages on different people like a very Month Committee. soothing foot or leg massage, while another offered back massages. Everybody was All of the tables in the Multipurpose Room had in one way or another to do with heal- very nice and very knowledgeable about what they were promoting. A lot of products ing or helping one’s body or one’s soul. and services were naturally based, a healthy alternative to chemicals that can harm These included a table called Health Food Lifestyle, which is supported by Yvonne one’s body. Watson. Watson is a certified raw living foodist who believes “it’s all about bio individual- ity.” She is a certified health coach who does presentations and also does private sessions Review to help people organize a healthy diet. A breast cancer survivor for 10 years, she’s been spreading the word about Health Food Lifestyle ever since. R. City at NCC Another table promoted cosmetics and skincare. This company featured products by Vera Moore. Its representatives promoted products for all types of skin. The skincare prod- R. City performed a free show (NCC ID required) in the College Center’s Multipur- ucts help different people whether they have oily, dry or a normal combination of acne. pose room on Tuesday, Oct. 25. Among the featured products were Botanical Nova Complex, which is a moisturizer The show, Nassau Concerts’ first production of the fall semester, featured R. City’s for dry skin, a Glycolic Scrub that brightens the skin complexion for normal skin and hit single “Locked Away ft Adam Levine” and other hit songs. lastly, a product called Camphor, which is a masque that helps unclog impurities for very Students in attendance, including people who didn’t even know each other, sang oily skin. Not only does the skincare help brighten the face but their cosmetics do the along and danced had a great time in a friendly atmosphere. same. Their makeup has a wide range of colored lipsticks and foundations that are made R. City, also known as Rock City duo, are two brothers named Theron and Timo- from natural products. The products promoted were offered at very reasonable prices and thy Thomas, but who use stage names A.I and Uptown A.P. They originate from St. advertised as enhancing one’s beauty within. Thomas, the U.S. Virgin Islands. Another table’s theme revolveed around healing and self love. The name of the com- Their debut album, “What Dreams are Made Of,” was released in 2015 and was a hit pany is Earth Wellness. Its goal is to help the way people feel and how they live their lives. in the U.S., especially the song “Locked Away.” The duo signed with American Artist This company says it can help with treating back pain or arthritis and can also help main- Akon and signed a record deal with RCA Records. tain menopausal symptoms. It also said it can help with sustaining or healing cirrhosis and They have written and produced many singles and albums with different stars, like different types of acne with all natural pills. Sean Kingston, Nicki Minaj, Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Jennifer Hudson and Ariana Grande. Earth Wellness also offers different therapies. For example, it promotes spiritual align Overall, the show was a success. Thanks to Nassau Concerts for the time and effort they took to make this show happen. --Reviewed by Shanya Egalite

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Wisdom SpeakZ (T’yana Coutrier) Thank You, My Beautiful America V Love Thy Earth: 4/22/16’ By Jeffrey Cherubin She’s tired, For making us former kings and queens Tired as the world holding up its children from self-destruction, For making us porch monkeys She has a tight grip yet, they resist, For them saying we N-I double G-E-R O Resist away from love, For Martin our King getting the X along with Brother Malcolm Resist away from peace, For using Rodney for Whack-A-Mole practice Resist away from happiness, For awarding the Christian Grey special to Abner’s ass They’d rather be hot-headed, For “mistakenly” thinking Amandou’s wallet was Harpers Ferry Hot as Mercury seeking flames from within its core, I They’d rather have attitudes of disgust, For Sean a day shy of hearing the wedding bells For Trayvon entombed with bloody, concrete Skittles Like a boil bursting into its own demise, For Michael graduating from grade 12 to the grave “Help me”, For three waves drowning Ferguson Mother Earth screams from the skies, For suspecting and suffocating Eric of being a cigarette dealer Compassion lies in her volume but, it’s disguised, C Tears fill up her eyes, For the blue pigs disgracing Wenjin and Raphael For Freddie not dying Gray Indeed the forecast predicted rain, For Dylann breaking our hearts nine times This worried weights enough to make you go insane, For leaving Sandra bland Suddenly she hears a laugh like the little children who’re oblivious to what’s to come before them, For The Don talking cheap about Mexico E She is drained, h e l p h e r For Halloween more racist than Black History Month You’re closer to the stem, Once again, my beautiful America, thank you Your feet is planted on the soil, H e l p he r, You’re able to reach them, H e l p H e r, S You’re capable of seeking light to what’s dimmed,

H E L P H E R,

So she can help you.

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by Jonah Berlyne

By now, we’re all familiar since my Asperger’s diagnosis and it still bothers me to cial unrest in the country before Trump has even been with Donald Trump’s hateful rhetoric toward different this day. You see, society and the media treats autism like sworn into office. groups of people. we’re a life-threatening condition like heart disease, or President Trump, and I put a monumental emphasis When he kicked off his campaign by calling Mexi- cancer, or measles, or leukemia. on the word President, it’s now your job to lead all the can immigrants drug dealers and rapists, the public was But we’re not a disease that needs to be “researched” American people whose differences you’ve disparaged outraged. nor “cured.” Autism is a difference that’s with us since during your campaign. In case you’ve forgotten, America When he called for a ban on Muslims entering the birth. It’s as much of a difference as what your skin color is the world’s primary superpower and the de facto leader country, Hitler comparisons were thrown left and right. is or what sexual orientation you are or what gender you of the free world. Anything that you, as the President of Remember when he mocked that New York Times personally identify with or what nationality you are or the United States, do during your first term in office will reporter with a physical disability? Social media was call- any other innate difference. And just like all these diverse have a ripple effect not just in our country, but for the rest ing for Trump’s head. differences, it’s not “awareness” that we want. Awareness of the world. And who could forget Trump’s various comments is for diseases and life-threatening conditions not innate I worry that your public perceptions on autism can about women over the years, which led to a numerous differences. have a negative effect on autistic people worldwide. The women coming forward and claiming that Trump sexu- Just like differences, we want acceptance. Acceptance idea of being labeled a disease just because we weren’t ally assaulted them in one way or another. born neurotypical. To me, that’s terrifying, but what do Now for the things I’ve listed above, the outrage re- President Trump . . . it’s now your you care? You’re all about yourself and having as much sulting from them is, from my point of view, extremely turn to lead all of the American peo- wealth and power as you possibly can. You don’t care justified. But there’s one cry of public outrage I don’t about the various groups of people you’ve disparaged seem to remember. ple whose differences you’ve dispar- and who now are scared about their futures because of the I don’t remember the outrage from September of last aged during your campaign. power of your hateful rhetoric. year, when during a GOP primary debate, Trump claimed In the end, my only glimmer of hope from you is that that vaccines “caused” autism and that autism was “an the difficult, enormous task of being President of the epidemic.” As for why this didn’t cause outrage, I can at- United States humbles you to such an extent that it sends tribute this to Trump playing into the mainstream public that despite our brains being different, we’re human just your hateful ego crashing down to Earth. perception of autism: that autism is a “disease” that needs like the rest of society. We’re not a life-threatening prob- Remember, it’s not about the American people giving to “cured.” Even people who aren’t anti-vaxxers buy into lem that needs “curing.” We’re an alternative, just like you the chance to lead. It’s about you giving the Ameri- this perception. Black or White, Straight or Gay, Male or Female, Asian can people a chance at life, liberty, and the pursuit of hap- As a man on the autism spectrum myself, I know all or Latino, Bisexual or Pansexual, Jewish or Muslim, Al- piness. of this to be an outright lie. The public is led to believe by gerian or German, Canadian or Russian, etc. Mr. President, may you hold the state of our union society and the media that people on the autism spectrum From observing Trump’s campaign since the begin- strong for the next four years. are “special” and that they need to be “catered to” and ning, I can discern that he fails to empathize not just with “treated.” autistic people but with people of various differences as Jonah Berlyne is a Vignette staff writer. It’s these stereotypes that have given me anxiety ever well. It’s this lack of empathy that is already causing so- 76948

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Opinions 11 Good Will for Goodwill by Raffy Donado Style Editor Doesn’t it feel good to do something good? sumer to make the donation cycle come full circle. tion, food, and other expenses, there seems to be lit- When you do good deeds for others, a natural wave What I have learned from being an experienced tle money left to spoil yourself with. If you have a of endorphins such as dopamine and serotonin rush shopper is that the best place go to for the most cur- taste for high end fashion, then it is very frustrating through your brain, giving you a euphoric feeling. Why rent in season fashion is New York City, of course, one not being able to afford the clothing brands you want. not do something good while doing what we all love? of the largest financial and fashion capitals in the world. Fortunately Shopping! When it comes to professional business attire or casual for me I am There’s a chain of thrift stores in New York City, wear, one usually thinks of large department stores with able to release ridiculous retail prices that your average college student my inner Male can’t afford. For today’s millennials it’s a hell of a hard time Fashioni- to finesse a well-paying professional job. When you go on sta, and binge that first interview in the same suit you wore to high school shop on tops graduation, you’re more likely to get judged than a job. brands such as A solution is second-hand clothing. If you’ve ever had Saint Laurent, older siblings then you’re no stranger to hand-me-downs. To Chanel, Burb- clarify, there is no shame in wearing second-hand clothing. erry, Versace, We all do it. Get over it. Zara, Club Goodwill organizations generated a total of $5.37 Monaco, and billion in revenue in 2014, 83 percent of which was these are just spent directly on programs to benefit those in need, to name a few. which truly makes them a non-profit organization. The reason The mission of Goodwill is to empower individuals these brands with disabilities to gain independence through the power are so highly of work. Also, besides selling high-quality gently used or esteemed is new clothing and household goods at affordable prices because of the to help support our programs, Goodwill stores provide quality of the retail training and work for persons with disabilities. clothing and One in seven of our retail employees has a disability. the true value “We collaborate with other local rehabilitation they possess. and education agencies to host almost 600 individu- Goodwill als with disabilities in our stores. We offer them the receives all opportunity to get work experience,” says Jose M. clothing, and Medillin director of communication at GoodWill. merchandise On October 19, Goodwill had a fashion show with through dona- the purpose of bringing awareness to National Disability tions. They Month. The event included live music, hors d’oeurves, receive any- and time at the end for some exclusive shopping. thing from on Long Island, and in other areas of the country that Ultimately it was Goodwill’s fashion mod- cars, cloth- sells donated clothes for a very affordable price, with els that stole the show. Instead of your typical IMG ing, shoes, all profits going towards a noble cause such as disabil- models, they chose to showcase their employees furniture, jewelry, etc. If you have ever been inter- ity awareness and job training for the less fortunate. that have some type of disability to support of Na- ested in donating to a good cause, the benefits do in- Founded in 1902 as Morgan Memorial Coopera- tional Disability Month. With flare and swag they clude a good feeling inside, along with a tax refund. tive Industries and Stores, Inc., it was formally changed took an average fashion show and made it their own. to Goodwill in 1915. It has since become one of the As a college student, you know money can be Raffy Donado is the Vignette’s Style Editor. largest donation organizations that allows the con- tight sometimes. Between paying for transporta- Still Smoking? You’re Killing Me (and Yourself) Drop that! You’re killing me and you’re killing yourself. The tobacco industry also uses animals in experiments. This is clearly an example of Smoking has many consequences. There are health issues, environmental impacts animal abuse. Maybe the tobacco industry executives should be under arrest.That money and it’s a waste of money. We feel that something needs to be done to help enforce the could be used for food, gas,metro cards, clothes, And you’d be much more kissable. smoking ban that exists on our campus here at NCC. This college should enforce its rules. This is officially a smoke-free campus. One of Smoking is very unhealthy. It can cause cancer, failed lungs and even laryngectomy, the things that could be done is to discourage students from smoking at all or at least which is a hole in the neck. It can also cause breathing problems, bleeding, infections switch to vaping. Persuasive posters or phone alerts could be employed. Tickets or fines and allergic reactions to medication. Cigarette smoking causes early wrinkling of the could be given to discourage smoking on campus. We have fines for parking in the skin, yellowing of the teeth and other dental issues. wrong places and similar fines could be levied for smoking. Importantly, secondhand smoke even affects people who do not smoke links to asth- Expulsion is a consequence of plagiarism, which hurts nobody but the cheater. Since matic reactions, heart disease and other ailments. Cut it out - get your life back. smoking hurts everyone, maybe we should consider expulsion for smoking (winkwink). Besides health issues, smokers impact the environment on the campus. Smoking And if we have to accept smoking as unstoppable, there should be designated places smells terrible to people who do not smoke. The pollution emitted by cigarettes is ten for people to smoke with appropriate receptacles. Particular places where enforcement times greater than diesel car exhaust. The smell can linger on your clothes and in your should be activated are near the Greenhouse, areas that surround entrances and exits, and hair. And so even if they’re not smoking, you can tell--smell--the smokers are who are near thegenerators. sitting next to you in class. They still smell of tobacco way after they’ve put out their All in all, smoking on campus has many consequences. People who smoke on cam- cigarette. pus cause health issues to themselves and other people around them. And it’s a waste of People think smoking looks “cool,” but really it’s not very classy and looks trashy. money, too. Let’s change our lives by creating a healthier and cleaner environment for In addition, at Nassau there really isn’t anywhere to put out cigarette butts safely, so the non-smokers as well as smokers. people litter the campus with them and they can create a fire hazard. It definitely doesn’t So just put that down. You’re killing yourself and your environment. reflect well on the school or the smoker. Another negative aspect of smoking is the cost. People spend ten to fifteen dollars a “Still Smoking? You’re Killing Me (and Yourself)” was written by Terrence Brown, pack, which for a two-pack a day smoker can come to nearly $10,000 a year. Think of Lamont Void, Dorian Taylor, Zaiun Aziz, Emre Turan, and others (who wish to remain what else you could do with that money. anonymous). All are students in Prof. Jane Stein’s writing class. November 17, 2016

Style 12 Trend Watchers It’s the 90’s Again in Fall/Winter Fashion

by Grace Hernon You know from chokers to shoes (yes, I said shoes). It’s the perfect coat can seriously do wonders. It gives you a polished Staff Writer when you look texture for winter styles and the cool weather to come. look without really trying at all. back to being a Leather - If you’re looking to invest in one item and Tommy Hilfiger- Tommy Hilfiger has always been little kid with the tacky trends for 90’s kids? don’t know what, listen up. Leather jackets are the perfect huge, but the buzz around the Tommy brand has grown Well, it just so happens everything comes back in combination of chic and casual. They are the one thing in the past year. New styles of Tommy bomber jackets, style. Yup, I’m talking about vintage sneakers, chok- that will always be in style. Whether you’re looking for jeans, overalls, and intimates are a major key. ers, overalls, and even bell bottoms. Brands like Adidas, the perfect jacket for a casual day or you want to dress it Calvin Klein- I’m sure you all see the “My Calvins” Movado, Calvin Klein, And Tommy Hilfiger have made a up either option is always there. It’s super easy to style campaign all over instagram. Well, the whole Calvin huge comeback as well. leather jackets and customize Klein trend isn’t just As the Pierre Bal- them to your personal style! Pair for celebrities like main saying goes, “Good jeans, booties, and a leather jack- Kendall Jenner or fashion is evolution, not et together as a classic example Justin Bieber who revolution.” and you’re set. have teamed up and As everyone knows, Silk- I’m sure you’ve all seen collabed with Calvin it’s about that time to the popular “slip dress” making Klein to revamp the bring out our long coats, it’s way back. Well, the whole CK image. Calvin boots, and scarves… silk trend doesn’t stop there. Silk Klein continues to Winter is coming wheth- is huge right now. We’re seeing it consistently released er you like it or not. everything, even overalls! new styles of sweat- For me, the only excit- Here are also some of the hot- shirts, T shirts, inti- ing thing about the cold test brands to keep an eye on for mates, and more. If weather to come is the the 2016/17 Fall/Winter season one things for sure, change in clothing, and Adidas- Deja Vu, It feels it’s that your mom’s a new season also means like we’re back in the ‘90s. That CK isn’t going any- new trends! means adidas are back and bet- where anytime soon. Here’s some of the ter than ever. New styles of adi- Bomber Jack- hottest trends for the up- das in almost any color you can think of are ets- Bomber jackets have been a trend for a few months coming fall/winter sea- available at retail locations and online. Even now. They can easily tie a look together and make for a son: though we are getting into winter months, adi- killer outfit. It has the ability to dress a more fancy outfit Velvet CC1_10x6-5_2015_Layout- This season 1 10/13/15 2:49 PM Page 1 das can without a doubt still be a part of your down. velvet is everywhere daily look. Pairing adidas with a simple black

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Style 13 Bape vs. Supreme Ajaury Williams Staff Writer Millennials have inherited an unparalleled spirit that is com- camo-everything, to crispy graphic plemented by an abounding world, which is chock-full of countless personalities. We T-shirts. Contemporary streetwear subsequently command a need to express our distinctiveness. We crave for the most has been inspired by 1990s and ear- ingenious mix of clothing, today’s streetwear seems to consist of drop-crotch joggers, ly 2000s Hip Hop. The flamboyant styles of Big L, the Notorious B.I.G, Tupac, and other prominent artists of the time have inspired a whole new generation of flavor and style. Unquestionably, to grasp a bet- ter understanding of the modernity of urban appeal, we must take a look at the biggest contributors to date. Acclaimed clothing brands, Supreme and A Bathing Ape (Bape) have consistently deepen our aes- thetic palate. Bape has been titillating the minds of adolescents and adults alike since 1993. The brainchild of talented designer DJ Nigo (a.k.a. Tomoaki, Nagao), A Bathing Ape started their exclusive reign in Ura-Harajuku, Japan after obtaining a 4 million yen loan and a helping hand from a generous acquaintance. Nigo created this brand with Japanese millennials in mind. The affluent and “lazy” appeal from the cloth- Continued on page 15 8 Struggles Only People Who Wear Makeup can Relate To By Nikoletta Markou Staff Writer They say the first step is admitting you have a problem absences for the semester. After accepting the fact that a full face of makeup is an unreal- and with this article, I am Admitting i am powerless over istic dream, you rush to class half awake, but extremely proud you made it on time. But makeup and cosmetic products. With the trend of Youtube then, your personal sense of accomplishment vanishes when Johnny Rain Cloud inter- makeup tutorials at an all-time high, I can safely assume I’m not the only one with a rupts your morning victory with a “Hey, are you sick?” Or Negative Nancy taps on your minor makeup addiction. My family easily pointed out that I had a problem when I was shoulder and says “OH MY GOSH, are you feeling okay?” Like, no. Bye. spending too much time contouring my face just to run to 7/11. I see those view counts Consistently fighting the urge to not spend your whole paycheck at Sephora on Youtube though- I know I’m not the only one who will wake up at an ungodly hour Please tell me I’m not the only to execute the perfect look for the day. But a lot of people just don’t understand the hard- one whose done this: you sign up for ships and struggles us makeup lovers go through daily. Because looking flawless 24/7 Sephora emails. You spend your pay- doesn’t come without some bumps and bruises along the way (insert painting nail emoji check on the irresistible deals they here). So instead of rushing your significant other/friend/sibling to get ready faster, take subsequently send to your email. You a moment to appreciate how real the struggle can actually be…Here are eight struggles spend the following week caught be- only people who wear makeup can relate to; tween feeling broke and a general sense Trying to maneuver hugging someone without getting your face imprinted on their of regret for purchasing that $60 NA- shoulder KED palette you, absolutely, did not We’ve all been there, someone coming in for a hug and seeing half your foundation need. You decide to unsubscribe from all over the side of their shirt. You could just try to ignore it and hope they don’t see it. Sephora emails in hopes of removing But, let’s face it that almost never...ever happens. So, if the face is beat just stick to that all temptations. Your purchase comes low risk side hug. You’ll thank me later, and so will they. in the mail. Which happens to have a When people insist you “don’t need to wear makeup” coupon inside that says “save 20% on Thank you, but we are completely aware we don’t need makeup. So many people your next purchase by subscribing”. assume that just because someone wears a great deal of makeup that they’re attempting You subscribe again. No? Just me? Ok. to hide something underneath. We don’t spend countless hours on YouTube watching When you answer a call, and see half of your Bobbi Brown foundation on the makeup tutorials because we’re try- screen of your phone ing to hide our monstrous faces with #SmudgesForDays a dope smoky eye. Hard to believe, When your matte lipstick dries, and gets the ILL crust and your lips start to feel but it could just because we love it so like the Sahara Desert much. I know, crazy. In recent months, matte lipstick has become the top trend in the beauty world. From The daily battle of making your Kylie Jenner to Rihanna the matte look has taken over. The only problem that comes eyeliner even along with this look is that it tends to leave your lips feeling like you are the lone survivor When you finally perfect one of the Dust Bowl. Moral of the story, invest in a good lip primer it makes all the differ- wing and go in to start the next and ence. My personal favorite, Urban Decay Multipurpose Primer Pencil. just end up looking like Jenny Hum- When you forget you have mascara on and rub your eyes phreys post season one of Gossip By the time you realize what you’ve done, it’s already too late -- the evidence is all Girl. over your face. Whether it’s because it’s allergy season, your contacts are dry, or you just The one day you decide to not feel the urge to itch your eye. Please just remember there’s no going back after you make wear makeup and everyone seems this rookie mistake #SayNoToRaccoonEyes. to notice I hope this article has helped my fellow makeup lovers find peace in knowing they This day is my worst nightmare; are not alone. And for those of you that know someone like this, helping you understand you know those mornings I’m talk- just how much effort goes into slaying the game everyday. ing about. You snoozed your alarm one too many times, class starts in less than an hour and you’ve used up all your excused November 17, 2016

Sports 14 Hungry Lions Pounce on Queensborough Led by King and Wingate, Lions win first game of the season going away

by Sebastian Milo Sports Editor Following a highly successful season last 11:25 remaining. The remaining minutes of the year, the Nassau Men’s Lions basketball team is third were pretty stagnant, as both teams failed to looking to reignite that fire they concluded last make much noise. season with. As they entered the 4th quarter, the Lions held Coach A.J. Wynder will utilize a faster, stron- a 71-58 lead and woke up the Lions den! Both Mi- ger and bigger lineup this year, featuring 6’5” cheal Taitt and Dana King prevailed, as they led the sophomore forward Michael Taitt as the playmak- charge scoring and defending for the Lions. er with the primary ball handler Charles Wingate. With five minutes to go, the lead was pretty Entering the season the Nassau Lions are much insurmountable for Queensborough CC, and looking strong, with an excellent preseason and the Lions took advantage of that, knowing Queens- exquisite rankings. borough pretty much gave up. Another player to look out for at the start of The Lions didn’t give in and ended up pushing the season is Yusef Young. even harder for the home fans, scoring more and The Lions swung into action on Tuesday, Nov. dominating both sides of the court. 8 against Queensbotough Community College. The final score was a 96-83 Nassau victory. The game opened up with a strong lead by the The Lions shot 43% from the field. The top per- Lions, who, led by Taitt, scored the first 10 points. formers were King with 29 points and Wingate, As the first quarter dwindled to the end, the who finished with 20 points and 4 rebounds. Lions’ lead look insurmountable, but it wasn’t. Nassau’s next opponents will be Manhattan Queensborough ended up scoring 8 straight to Community College on Sat., Nov. 19 and Sunday, close the quarter. Nov. 20, both at 3 p.m. After that Nassau will host Into the second the Lions led grew with each Bronx Community College on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at shot as they looked unstoppable and scored on 8 p.m. almost every possession. The defense held up strong and ended the half with a 55-38 lead. As the 3rd quarter opened, Queensborugh got stronger and stronger and opened with a consis- Sports Writers Wanted! tent threat in the paint and a strong defense that Drop by the Vignette Office was blocking shots and pushing up the court with (College Center, Rm. 347) and lighting speed. speak with Sebastian. The Lions managed to squander the point differential but not the lead, holding it by 7 with Out of Bounds Needed: A Uniform Domestic Violence Policy by Mike Pagano The National Football League is one of the Kelce is right. It is a big time problem that players are not remorseful, most popular sports leagues, with the Super but are allowed to play. The NFL really needs to establish a consistent Bowl being one of the most watched events in the United States. threshold on players who don’t care about their behavior. The NFL has even expanded around the world, including several Speaking of Rice, no one should exonerate him for what he did. Yes, games at Wembley Stadium in London. he apologized and was remorseful. However, as the old saying goes, ac- The NFL has plenty of good things going on the field; howev- tions speak louder than words. Those actions of what he did to his then- er, there are several off-the-field issues. There’s the drug policy, girlfriend, now wife, are not acceptable by any measure. “Deflate Gate,” concussions, and, most notably, domestic vio- Even his former team makes decisions based on off-the-field inci- lence. dents. In the NFL Draft. players that are eligible are interviewed behind Should the NFL toughen up about this last issue? Commissioner Roger Goodell is do- closed doors so a general manager of a particular team can get a good idea on who the ing all he can to prevent domestic violence, but he needs to set a consistent standard for player is from a personal standpoint. The all players.Domestic violence has been a problem in this league for quite some time. The Ray Rice scandal has made the draft process more difficult than it already is. Teams are league originally gave former Baltimore Ravens’ running back Ray Rice a two-game not only looking for talent, they’re looking to see if these prospects are smart and can suspension for beating his then-girlfriend in an elevator, but then the NFL turned around handle themselves. A player can be the most talented player in the draft, but if there is a and banned him for good. domestic violence issue (or any issue, like drugs, injury, etc.) in their background, that After Greg Hardy spent almost the entire 2014 season on the Commissioner’s Exempt player will fall in the draft because teams are reluctant to take players that have red flags. List for beating his ex-girlfriend, the NFL originally gave him ten games, but then re- The incident has made an impact on not only current players in the NFL, but for the duced it to four. players coming into the NFL as well. It is a lesson that says to players that they need Why? Where is the consistent punishment? If a player gets caught violating the drug to be more aware of their behavior if they want to play in the NFL. If players want to policy, as a first time offender, he usually gets four games without an appeal. Why continue playing, they need to be more aware, remorseful, and move on. can it be the same thing with domestic violence? No matter what, it should be consis- tent. Mike Pagano is an NCC student. Even after all of this, a player like Hardy should not be able to play in the league. He was never remorseful until he was shown the damage in a photo of the injury in Novem- Got something to say about sports--college or pro? ber of last year, tweeting that he regretted his actions. This incident happened in 2014, Contribute to “Out of Bounds,” the Vignette’s sports column which is a huge gap between the incident and actually being remorseful. At least Rice about anything and everything sports related. Email was remorseful a few months after his incident happened. That’s a big difference. columns (250-500 words) to [email protected]. Ken Belson of the New York Times quoted Philadelphia Eagles’ center Jason Kelce:

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