the ThunderWord Highline College | December 3, 2015 | Volume 53, Issue 10 College may levy new parking fee

By Karina Abramchuk instead of a car to Highline. Staff Reporter She said that the higher rate of reimbursement would be a For students, staff and facul- collective way of supporting bus ty frustrated with the parking users. on campus, help may be on the Some students live by bus way, but at a cost. stops but chose not to ride the Administrative Services is bus because of financial and thinking of adding a $5 fee for safety reasons, Fender said. all students to fund another By reimbursing bus users transportation option in order and charging all students re- to reduce congestion and traffic gardless of whether they ride on campus. the bus or drive a car, more stu- The fee will cover the costs of dents are expected to take the a shuttle service from the Fed- Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD bus and thus free parking spots. eral Way Park and Ride and will Highline administration plans to implement a fee, which may lead to more students using the bus. “Parking is a problem,” she allow a higher rate of bus pass said. “We blatantly sell more subsidy for students who take her office would like to research the proposition was not pre- anxious to like see how people parking permits than parking the bus. the opinions of students before sented to students yet. feel about this.” spaces available.” Francesca Fender, the ana- going through with the plan. “It’s a theoretical idea that The reason for adding the fee lyst and executive assistant for She said that they haven’t re- we’re trying to get some opinion for all students is to persuade See Fee, page 12 Administrative Services, said ceived student feedback because and ideas on,” she said. “We’re more students to take the bus

Beauty ain’t what it used to be Staff By Mai Lam ence broke the silence by call- to start Staff Reporter ing out attributes, which they thought described beauty. Women from all around One of the audience mem- the world are always facing the bers said “confident,” and the traffic perennial pressure of meeting other member said “intelli- beauty standards, a Highline gence.” professor said here recently. Pitts continues to define training Almetta Pitts, Communica- beauty with an example that tion Studies professor, started showed the modern globaliza- By Bryce Sizemore off the seminar with a YouTube tion of beauty. Staff Reporter video titled “Dermablend Pro- “A person who seems often fessional: Cheri’s Camo Confes- happy and secure isn’t going to Highline staff are receiv- sion.” be a good consumer. Because ing training on how to direct Cheri first got vitiligo when that person isn’t going to be traffic on and off campus. she was a sophomore at college. looking for products to shore After problems in evac- Vitiligo is a disease that creates up the self image or to feel bet- uating campus emerged on blotches of skin color and loss of ter about one’s self,” said one Oct. 26 due a power outage, pigmentation. source on a documentary called the college has been taking Seeing the transformation of The Illusionists, about body im- steps to improve upon it’s re- vitiligo on her skin was shock- age and advertising. sponse to emergencies. ing at first, but she quickly Pitts said when she was a After consulting with the accepted the change and em- teacher in Korea, “many of my Des Moines Police, it was de- braced who she was. With a students from middle school termined that Highline staff positive outlook and attitude on say ‘Seonsaengnim [teacher], would be qualified to direct life, she didn’t let her condition your eyes are so beautiful! Your traffic if they received traf- dictate her career and success. eyes are so big! We love big fic flagger certification, said After the video, Pitts ask the eyes!’ Some people also talked Sgt. George Curtis of Public audience “What is beauty? How Mai Lam/THUNDERWORD would you describe beauty?” See Beauty, page 12 See Traffic, page 12 Two members of the audi-

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Campus life 2-3 Opinion 4 Arts 5-6 Sports 7 Food 8 Puzzles 9 News 10-12 Page 3 Page 6 Page 7 Bookstore revenue goes down Dance along while watching Men’s basketball wins as students find ways to save The Rocky Horror Picture Show against Wenatchee Valley Page 2 Campus Life | Highline College | December 3, 2015 MaST Center to raffle off aquatic art

By EB Hutchinson center. Local artist Denise Chandler Center to pick up a raffle tick- Staff Reporter All funds raised will be Smith created the one-of-a-kind et ($3 each or four for $10) then used to directly support MaST mixed-media art pieces. put your ticket towards the Man hits The Marine Science and programs such as Live Dive, The art features marine life piece you want. Technology Center is raffling Discovery Days, and MaST ed- such as an octopus, anemones Tickets are available 10 a.m. off former display pieces and ucational programs. and other Puget Sound marine - 2 p.m. on Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. the wall art at it’s “I Want That One” Art “We could raise more by sell- life. 19, and during the annual Holi- Display Raffle. ing the pieces, but not everyone Six pieces ranging from 14’’ day Open House on Dec. 17. “This is a great opportunity has a few hundred dollars to by 14’’ to a large three-piece Tickets are cash or check over late to get unique pieces of artwork spend. This way everyone can panel measuring 30’’ by 45’’ are only. You do not have to present for a small price” said Russ Hig- have a chance at a great piece of being auctioned off. to win, and winners will be no- forms ley manager/instructor for the art,” said Higley. You can stop by the MaST tified by Dec 21.

By Paul King-Sanchez Staff Reporter

A would-be student appar- ently upset at not being able to enroll punched a hole in a wall of Building 9 on Nov. 25 at ap- Highline prepares proximately 12:05 p.m. He had been told that be- for winter weather cause he didn’t finish his pa- perwork he couldn’t get into Highline’s ground crew is the Gateway to College pro- heating up their efforts to help gram. the campus community deal The college is trying to get with winter conditions. the man to pay for the hole to “We’re watching the weath- be repaired. er,” said Barry Holldorf director of Facilities and Operations. If Facilities staff see snow in Woman breaks the forecast, they will mount up fight snowplows to the two available trucks, Holldorf said. A woman told Public Otherwise, de-icer will be Safety officers that she broke applied throughout campus on up a fight between two men days where ice is expected. approximately 17 years of age Students need to be careful in the South Parking Lot on in the parking lots, however, Nov. 24 around 11:55 a.m. because de-icer is not applied in The men had left the scene these areas due to the cost and Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD by the time Public safety of- runoff that would cause, Holl- A student is wheeled to an ambulance after slipping on icy pavement near campus. Although the student ficers arrived. dorf said. fell off-campus, college officials say they are doing everything they can to keep walkways safe on campus due to icy weather. Graffiti on found Damaging trees 11 a.m. raignment over accusations that Concidine said. “If he was a kid on campus to be removed There will be an opportunity he made a racial threat against that was always on the edge, I to watch a live dive on Dec. 17 at a black student on social media. wouldn’t be surprised, but this Graffiti has been found on Highline is in the process of 11 a.m. and at 1 p.m. Tysen Campbell, 19, was ar- has taken me by surprise.” the north wall of Building 16, seeking bids to remove several On Dec. 19 there will be rested on campus Monday. He Administrators canceled the west wall of Building 99 trees from campus. an orientation for prospective posted $10,000 bail Tuesday eve- classes the day before the sched- and on the 10 mph sign next The 19 trees of varying sizes MaST volunteers at 10 a.m. un- ning in connection with threats uled Thanksgiving break, after to Baskin Robbins. are being removed because they til noon. on social media platform Yik learning about racist remarks The Des Moines Police are causing damage to side- Yak that caused administrators on social media that includ- Department is investigating walks, and are causing issues to FAA leases land to cancel classes Nov. 24. ed threats of violence against whether the graffiti gang re- the buildings they are near, said Campbell’s mother, Lisa student body president Belina lated. Barry Holldorf director of Fa- in Des Moines Concidine, told The Seattle Seare, who is black. Facilities have received cilities and Operations. The General Services Ad- Times that her son told her his University spokesman Paul work orders to remove the The most visible trees slated post on Yik Yak was “sarcastic Cocke confirmed Tuesday graffiti from the walls. to be removed are two oak and ministration has leased land for the planned Federal Aviation because he was annoyed by all that Campbell was detained The policy for graffiti on two cedar trees near Buildings of the uproar.” She said she did in connection with a post say- campus is that it needs to be 15 and 16, Holldorf said. Administration regional head- quarters in Des Moines. not have information on the ing “lynch her,” and directed at removed within 24 hours. These trees have damaged content of his post. Seare, the Bellingham Herald Facilities has not yet been storm water drains near the The GSA is the federal gov- ernment agency responsible for She described Campbell as reported. able to remove graffiti from buildings causing flooding, and respectful and said she was Whatcom County Court Building 99. may cause issues with the struc- constructing, managing, and preserving government build- shocked by the news of her son’s Commissioner Martha Gross tural integrity of the buildings, arrest. barred Campbell from coming Holldof said. ings amongst other manage- Student falls ment tasks. “He’s never been violent, he’s near Seare as a condition of his near campus The 300,000 square-foot never racist, he’s a star kid,” release. Many events facility will be built at the cor- A 55-year-old student at MaST Center ner of South 216th Street and slipped on ice north of cam- 24th Avenue South, and employ pus injuring his right ankle The Highline Marine Science about 1,600 people. Deadline: Tuesday, Dec. 8 on Nov. 30 at approximately and Technology Center (MaST) 10:23 a.m. is offering everything from cof- The last fall issue of the Thunderword Student posts bail When the student arrived fee to salmon this month. is Thursday, Dec. 10. So get your to class, his instructor called On Dec. 5 at noon there will in racial threat case Public Safety. be a talk about life on the Elwha advertising requests, news and They advised the student River after the dam on that river SEATTLE (AP) -- A pole calendar items in now to make the to receive medical attention was removed. vaulter from Western Wash- last issue. There will be no paper The student was trans- On Dec. 9 the MaST Center ington University has posted ported to Highline Hospital will be hosting Redondo Com- bail but is banned from campus during Finals Week. in Burien. munity Coffee from 8:30 until while awaiting a Dec. 11 ar- CAMPUSLIFE December 3, 2015 | Highline College | Campus Life | Page 3 Bookstore sales dip as students rent books

By Adam Horner Staff Reporter

Sales are down at the High- line Bookstore, due in large part to the success of the textbook rental program. The Bookstore, located in Building 8, offers textbooks for nearly every class, stationery supplies, school paraphernalia, snacks and other items import- ant to a college student’s surviv- al. “We are behind in our reve- nue generation almost $70,000,” said Kristi Dopp, Bookstore manager. In the bookstore business for 12 years, Dopp credited the rev- enue loss to the rental program the Bookstore provides, as well as to a changing market. “Rentals saved students al- most $88,000 [in Summer and Fall Quarters],” Dopp said. The Bookstore is owned and operated by Highline. It is de- signed to be a self-sufficient en- tity. Any profits go back to the college. “It [the Bookstore’s annual revenue] is in the ballpark of $3 Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD million,” Dopp said. “It goes to The Highline Bookstore provides not just textbooks, but also school supplies, Thunderbird paraphernalia, snacks and beverages. cover all our costs. We pay for all of our own inventory and The Bookstore’s projected but that the Internet changed all price comparison tool that allows list,” Dopp said. payrolls.” revenue for this fiscal year is that. students to see which venues have Dopp said the program espe- about $2.64 million. The pro- “College bookstores are in a a textbook for the best price. cially benefits students who can- jected cost to run the Bookstore state of flux,” Dopp said. “Some students want to get a not afford a device of their own. this year is about $2.54 million. Dopp said that revenue gen- jump on things,” Dopp said. The relationship between Revenue generation is not eration for the Bookstore is not The Bookstore also offers the Bookstore and the campus the primary focus of the Book- consistent throughout a quar- a buy-back program. Students is a very need-based one, Dopp store, and college officials are ter. may sell their books back to said. not overly concerned. “On a quarter system, we the Bookstore from Dec. 15 “We work with the art facul- “I would like to be in the have peaks and valleys,” Dopp through Dec. 17. ty,” Dopp said on providing art black, but I want to continue to said. “The first week can be an Dopp said students interest- supplies. provide those services,” Dopp entire month’s worth of reve- ed participating in the program “We do really listen to our said. nue.” should check to make sure they students.” “We are the masters of the The Bookstore does not just actually own a book, as opposed Dopp said the Bookstore re- information. We have the books provide students directly with to renting it, before they try to ally tries to be a part of the cam- available and in-stock,” Dopp textbooks. sell it back. pus community. said. “We do this three to four “We offer all these services For students who would pre- “People just think college times per year.” plus the option to compare pric- fer to use electronic textbooks, bookstores are set up to rip Dopp said that college book- es online,” Dopp said. the Bookstore does offer devices. them off, and that couldn’t be Kristi Dopp stores were once the primary The Bookstore’s website “We rent iPads and tablets. further from the truth,” Dopp textbook providers for students, (highlinebookstore.com) offers a We almost always have a wait- said.

Student bake sale to benefit low-income children

By Mai Lam “If you don’t eat, you can’t working, for a lot of them, it’s The Feeding America Back- rectly with staff at different Staff Reporter concentrate. If you can’t con- the only meal they get for the Pack program packs nutritious schools to organize distribution centrate, you can’t learn. If you week,” said Nicholas Bell, a stu- and easy-to-prepare foods that and pick up backpacks at the A group of Highline students can’t learn, you will always be dent participating in the event. children can take home every end of the week. is raising money to help feed lo- poor,” said an organizer for the Students, staff and faculty on Friday. On Monday, children “We are working with all the cal low-income children with a event. campus are free to donate any bring back the emptied back- schools in the area with Food bake sale. The goal for this year’s bake kind of baked goods to the sale. pack and continue to bring it Bank service. We also work with The bake sale will be on sale is to raise $1,000. “All food must be home- home on Friday when food is the Tyee campus, Mount Rainier Monday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to The program is called made. It can’t be instantly per- prepared. High School, and Pacific Mid- 1 p.m. on the second floor of Change for Change, the idea be- ishable. It must be packaged and Steven Luksan, coordina- dle School,” Luksan said. Building 8, the Student Union. ing that a lot of people giving a it helps to know the ingredients tor of the Food Bank children’s “This program takes a lot of Proceeds from this year’s little can make a big difference list,” he said. program, said around 300 back- resources. We are always ac- bake sale will go toward food for somebody. Change for Change will use packs are prepared each week, cepting donations of food. Peo- for children in the Highline “Most of the kids [70 percent] the donations to help the Des each containing 20 to 30 food ple can also stop by and drop School District. in Highline School District are Moines Area Food Bank’s Feed- items. off foods at the Food Bank or Students learn better if they’re on free and reduced-price lunch. ing America BackPack Pro- The Feeding America Back- donate money to the Food Bank not hungry, organizers say. Even though their parents are gram. Pack Program also works di- website at myfoodbank.org.” Page 4 Opinion | Highline College | December 3, 2015 Hate speech is dangerous The Republican presidential candidates reach millions of Americans every day through television, radio, the internet and the news. With that much power, the harmful and hateful rhetoric many Republican candidates are using in the media has a real negative effect on their viewers. These people are supposed to be a source of information and legitimacy, and instead people are bombarded with an array of racist and hateful ideas. In last week’s tragic mass-shooting at a Planned Parent- hood in Colorado Springs, a man killed three people, and wounded nine others while apparently using the phrase, “no more baby parts.” This quote is a reference to falsified videos released by an anti-abortion organization showing highly edited footage of people selling fetal tissue for profit. This was then followed by an absurd and discredited claim by Republican candidate Carly Fiorina that Planned Parenthood makes a profit from selling fetal tissue. In actuality, of all the Planned Parenthood’s services, only Your failures are your successes 3 percent a year are abortions and they could not and have not sold fetal tissue. However, these misleading videos and exaggerated rheto- Throughout life, you’ll come Guest Commentary of negative emotions, my ric are driving people to destructive action. across numerous obstacles that mom told me something that Meanwhile, Republican candidate Donald Trump is you will need to overcome and soothed my mind that I’ll quoted saying that he saw on television thousands of Mus- conquer. never forget. lims cheering and celebrating in New Jersey on 9/11. Whether it be difficulties at “It will be OK,” she told me. Despite television stations saying this footage has never home, work, or in your educa- Before I could protest, she existed, Trump insists that he saw it on television on the day tion, things in life won’t always continued, “It’s one class. If you of the attacks, and that 15 years ago most news stations just come easy. But that doesn’t don’t do well, you can always try “threw away” their old footage. mean that you should quit, or again.” However, Trump’s claims are false, and are damaging to that you’re failing. “This one test grade doesn’t the people who don’t know any different, and to the people Life is full of experiences, reflect your intelligence, your he’s targeting. both good and bad. worth, your potential,” she Republican candidate Jeb Bush said that he wants Syr- You need bad things in life to said. ian refugees to take a “religious test” to prove that they are make the good things feel that And she was right. Each as- Christian, and not Muslim, before they enter the United much better. Likewise, you need signment, exam and class is States. to experience and face some here to teach you. They are in Muslims are not dangerous; it’s the people who want to hardships in life to truly feel place to be learning experiences inflict terror on the U.S that are dangerous, and that’s start- success. to help you grow and develop ing to look a lot like the Republican Party. Last quarter, I failed one of your craft. By victimizing an entire group of people like this, they are my midterms. Kayla Dickson When you learn some- singled out for irrational and violent behavior from overzeal- I was doing fairly well in thing, that doesn’t guarantee ous and angry people. the class, but math wasn’t you’re going to be great at it The harmful and exaggerated rhetoric used by the Repub- my strongest suit. I would do right away. But you’re meant lican candidates is causing a wave of domestic terrorism in all right on the assignments the drain. to learn from your mistakes the U.S. that is causing people to feel insecure and unsafe. where I could remind myself Frantic, I arranged a meeting and imperfections, so you of the formulas, but I had a with my professor. know what to do next time lot of trouble when I took the I tried my best to explain around. Have something to say? tests. myself, but I’m sure it really just I ended up passing the class Usually, I would mix up a ended up sounding like, “Hey, I with a 3.2. number here or there, or may- don’t like my grade on this, even After that exam, I made be forget to make my answer though I earned it, so please sure to study more and even Have something you want to say to the student body? negative instead of positive. change it for me.” visited the Math Tutoring The Highline Thunderword is asking for students to But this test, I did that on every He kindly apologized to Center on campus, and did voice their opinions on what matters to them. We’re ac- problem. me, and told me there was much better on the following cepting submissions in the form of letters and columns. It was really frustrating be- nothing he could do, because tests. Letters to the editor should be no more than 200 cause most of my answers were math is such a particular Although a 3.2 isn’t as great words; columns should be no more than 600 words. close to being correct, just not subject and my answers were as a 4.0, I am proud of my grade Send submissions to [email protected] by entirely there. simply wrong. because it shows I can overcome Monday for print on Thursday. I started thinking about my I left his office in even worse my struggles, and keep pushing future as a pre-med student, shape feeling like I would never forward. and I could practically hear my be a doctor, or even get into a dream schools and potential medical school. Kayla Dickson is the opinions Write to us! scholarships get sucked down In my mental blizzard editor for the Thunderword.

E-Mail: [email protected] the Staff ‘‘ I avoid quotable sayings. ” Editor-in-Chief Sam McCullough Reporters Karina Abramchuk, Michael Dizon, Maggie Elston, Luke Field, Zhajeid Greene, Photo Editor Jessica Strand Olivia Jollimore Managing Editor Adam Horner Muhammad Hutchinson, Brittany Jenkins, Ryan Johnson, Trevar Jordan, Jacqueline Kemp, Photographers Shiloh Reash News Editors Bryce Sizemore Fernando King-Sanchez, Mai Lam, Micah Litowitz, Mia McNeal, Jacqueline Robinson, Tomoyuki Sato, Amin Shifow, Jessica Strand, Olivia Sullivan, Edward Vega Graphics Editors Alvin Indalecio, Mai Lam Tiffany Thompson Business Manager Jae Song Arts Editor Michael Muench Advisers Dr. T.M. Sell Sports Editor Charles Prater Gene Achziger Opinion Editor Kayla Dickson

Newsline 206-878-3710, ext. 3317 Fax 206-870-3771 Address P.O. Box 98000, Des Moines, WA 98198, Building 10-106 THUNDER ARTS December 3, 2015 | Highline College | Page 5

Arts Chorale concert to create cheer Calendar By Jacqueline Kemp Staff Reporter

Come experience music cul- •Celebrate the red, ture at Highline College next white and blue at a holi- week. day concert performed The Highline College Music by the 133rd Army Band Department will present their of the Washington State Chorale Concert on Thursday, National Guard on Dec. 6 Dec. 10 and Friday, Dec. 11. at the Auburn Performing There will be vocal and piano Arts Center at 2 p.m. soloists as well as a choir per- Tickets are free, but you forming various genres of mu- must pick them up to se- sical literature. cure your seats. You can The Highline Chorale is a pick up tickets at the Parks, graded class for any student Olivia Jollimore/THUNDERWORD Art and Recreation Admin- with musical interest. The chorale practices for their performance next week. istration Building at 2840 Though some of the partic- Riverwalk Dr. SE, Auburn. ipants plan to pursue music at Donations of non-per- baccalaureate institutions, oth- Students in the Chorale learn challenge is professional but the ing the chorale, sign up for the ishable foods are being ers take the class simply for the to sing four to eight part choral environment is safe and affirm- two-credit class next quarter. collected at the doors, with music. A “part” in choral music ing,” said Dr. Glover. “Interested singers, includ- donations being delivered enjoyment of learning music in to the Auburn Food Bank. the best way possible: perform- is a melodic set of notes desig- The performances will be ing adult singers, are warmly The Auburn Perform- ing it. nated to a certain vocal range held in Building 7 on Thursday, encouraged to join,” said Dr. ing Arts Center is at 702 “Chorale literature is accessi- within a group of singers. Be- Dec. 10 at 12:15 p.m. and again Glover. 4th St. NE, Auburn. ble ‘master composer’ level mu- sides this, they learn the history at 7:30 p.m., as well as 12:15 The class (Music 210) sic, much with solo opportuni- behind each of the pieces they p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11. Tickets takes place Monday, Tuesday, •The White River Valley ties that well-prepared students practice. are free and the performance is Wednesday, and Thursday from Museum is hosting a juried can accomplish,” said Dr. San- “This stage of learning is open to the public. 12:15 p.m. to 1:05 p.m. in Build- show called Small Works, dra Glover, the Chorale teacher. crucial to student success, as the If you are interested in join- ing 4, room 104. Big Presents: The Gift of Art, which opens on Nov. 25 and runs until Dec. 20. This is the ninth year of this particular show. Piec- Knead es will also be for sale New art fills gallery on campus during the show. gifts? The museum is open Wednesday through Sun- By Jessica Strand day from noon to 4 p.m. Ad- Staff Reporter Pottery mission is $5 for adults and $2 for seniors and children. From fine art drawings to dig- sale returns The museum is at 918 ital photography -- all the way to H Street S.E, Auburn. graphic design and ceramics -- Advanced ceramic stu- the new art exhibit in the Build- dents are fired up about to- •Santa Claus arrives at ing 16 Student Art Gallery show- morrow’s pottery sale from the Museum of Flight on cases the best of the best from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Dec. 12. At 11:45 a.m. present and past Highline artists. floor of Building 8. The couple will be at The current display opened Everything from pots to the museum to listen to on Nov. 30 and will run through cups, to coasters and bowls children’s holiday wishes the end of Fall Quarter and into until 4 p.m. will be for sale. Winter. “Prices will vary de- While the couple is “There were a lot of entries, here, there will be various pending on the pottery and and we only have a certain creator. [Prices will] proba- musical performances. amount of space so we had to Christmas Flutes is play- bly be $5 and up,” said Rob pick the best of the best, and I’m ing at 11 a.m., the Boeing Droessler, a ceramics profes- really proud of it,” said Art and Concert Orchestra plays Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD sor. at 12:30 p.m., and the Design Professor Tracy Carrera. People check out the art in the new exhibit in Building 16. “All work will be way un- Boeing band is playing at The exhibit displays art from derpriced compared to other 2 p.m. both current and a few former sistant is there to answer any ques- here on Friday after Thanksgiv- all original, all handmade These events are free Highline students. tions you might have about the ing until 7 o’clock finishing this pottery,” he added. with admission to the mu- “The stipulation was they artwork while the gallery is open. up,” Yakubovskaya said. Each piece for sale was seum. had to create the work while be- Yakubovskaya was involved Pieces of art displayed may be created in an advanced pot- The Museum of Flight ing in one of the art and design with the whole process of build- purchased as well. Anyone in- tery class. is at 9404 E. Marginal courses here at Highline at some ing the exhibit, and said it took terested in purchasing prints or “Each [piece] is painstak- Way S., Seattle. point, so it could have been five about a month to get the exhibit originals can leave their infor- ingly created in the Highline years ago,” Carrera said. “We up and running. mation at the gallery for the art- ceramics studio. It’s a very •Enjoy some classical certainly did have some entries “First we have to make the ist to contact them with prices. time-consuming task just music performed on the from people who aren’t neces- fliers to inform people that they One of the next exhibits be- to create one little bowl,” piano tonight at 6:30 p.m. sarily [art students].” can start submitting, and usu- ing planned is a spoken-word Droessler said. in Building 7. One of the reasons for this ally we give them about a two- poem exhibit. The Ivory Keys Pia- “From a wet lump of clay diverse display of mediums is week window,” Yakubovska- “We have National Poetry to a finished piece is about no Colloquy Club will be for students who view the gal- performing music, mostly ya said. “Once we get enough Month coming up in a couple three weeks plus years of tri- lery to get an understanding submissions we start choosing of months, and so we’re actually al and error,” he said. from the romantic period of the artwork created by the of the late 1800s. … and then we’d decide where going to have some spoken-word different classes, and hopefully The event for free for everything went. We’d decide artwork,” Carrera said. get more students attending art anyone in the community. color would go here, the black Carrera has big plans for fu- The Ivory Keys Piano classes, Carrera said. and white would go here.” ture exhibition openings, from Arts news? Colloquy Club is a new The gallery is open for view- Printing, mounting and students reciting their poetry to thunderword club on campus. To join, ing between noon and 2 p.m., hanging also took several days live music being performed. you must addition and be Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sofiya as well, Yakubovskaya said. Also, students can recom- @highline.edu of a certain skill level. Yakubovskaya, the Art Gallery as- “Me and Tracy were actually mend future exhibits. THUNDER ARTS December 3, 2015 | Highline College | Page 6 There’s a light over at the Admiral place

By Sam McCullough Staff Reporter

Do the time warp again and return to Transylvania at the Admiral Theater in West Se- attle, which shows The Rocky Horror Picture Show the first Saturday of every month. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a 1975 film that stars Tim Curry and Susan Saran- don. The film follows Janet and Brad as their car breaks down and they seek refuge at an ee- rie mansion, owned by a mad scientist and transvestite, Dr. Frank N. Furter. The young couple has arrived at the mansion on the night that Dr. Frank N. Furter is attempt- ing to create a man, complete with blonde hair and a tan. The film is a parody of 1950 science fiction films. 20th Century Fox photo The Rocky Horror Picture Show started out as a stage pro- Tim Curry, Patricia Quinn and Little Nell perform together during a scene in the film. duction in London. Richard O’Brien wrote the entire thing, san Sarandon and Barry Bost- they like to perform it,” said scene where Janet and Brad nature of the film. It also helps and Jim Sharman produced and wick joined the cast as well. Louis McMann, one of the stage are walking through the rain. that the music is fairly catchy,” directed it. The show debuted at The film opened in London at managers for the production. The party hats are for the par- Dr. Kim said. the Royal Court Theatre in Lon- the Rialto Theater in August. The “The Rocky Horror Picture ty scene, of course. Lastly, the Dr. Kim said that The Rocky don in June of 1973. US premiere was in September. Show validates a lot of people, toast is for when the extras are Horror Picture Show is like see- O’Brien played Riff Raff, The film had little success, which is why it’s so popular. It yelling ‘toast’,” McMann said. ing a play live. a handyman, Patricia Quinn until the producers decided to gives the outcasts and the freaks Since coming out 40 years “People obviously don’t go played Riff Raff’s sister and have midnight screenings. At- an outlet for themselves,” Mc- ago, the film has garnered a cult to the live theater like they Little Nell played Columbia, a tendees were let in for free, if Mann said. following, which keeps the film used to. Even without all the groupie. they dressed in a costume. The theater has been show- popular. special effects and explosions, In 1973, it won the Evening The film is considered to have ing The Rocky Horror Picture “I don’t know if anyone real- there’s something special about Standard Theatre Award for the longest-running release in Show for many years. ly relates to or even likes Rocky the live experience that a regu- best musical. The award is pre- film history, since 20th Century “A lot of regulars come every Horror. The first two-thirds of lar movie cannot give you,” Dr. sented for outstanding achieve- Fox never pulled it from its orig- month. It’s just one big party,” the film are fun, but it’s actually Kim said. ments in London and is spon- inal release and it continues to be McMann said. not that good of a film, especially “Rocky Horror then is kind of sored by the Evening Standard played in cinemas. McMann said that the audi- the last one-third,” said Highline a compromised version of see- newspaper. The Admiral screening has ence is encouraged to partici- film professor Dr. Tommy Kim. ing live theater,” he said. In 1974, The Rocky Horror Pic- the film playing on the big pate with the actors. Dr. Kim said that the follow- The show starts at midnight ture Show debuted in Los Angeles. screen, while a group of actors “If you come, you should ing is related to the interactive on the first Saturday of every In 1975, the musical was perform the movie in front of bring newspapers, rice, party aspects of the film. month. Tickets cost $6, and are adapted into a movie. O’Brien, the screen. hats, and toast. The rice is to “I’ve seen the film more than purchased at the theater. Quinn and Nell played their “People love the film, and throw in the wedding scene. 30 times and I think the appeal The Admiral Theater is at original parts. Tim Curry, Su- the actors love the film so much The newspapers are for the is definitely in the interactive 2343 California Ave. S.W., Seattle. Professor lives on through donated instruments

By Jacqueline Kemp of Warren’s life, on campus. donations to the music depart- Since the math, science, and Staff Reporter “Nancy taught advanced pia- ment help the education process. nursing departments are most no classes and helped with con- “We are able to support world popular among donors, these The bequest of musical instru- certs on campus. The fact that learning through our Chinese instruments are a rare and ap- ments by a deceased professor it’s from Nancy means a lot,” drums, African drums, our preciated gift, said Rod Ste- will help the Highline Music De- said Dr. Ben Thomas, music de- new German Knabe piano, and phenson, executive director of partment, other professors say. partment coordinator. many other such instruments,” the Highline foundation. Nancy Warren, a business Warren also was a performer she said. “Equipment donations [soft- and music professor, died of and composer who gave benefit Other teachers (and anyone ware, musical instruments, cancer last December at the age concerts on campus. who has seen the dilapidat- books] are donated to the de- of 52. She specified in her will Dr. Glover expressed her ed state of the instruments in partment to which they cor- that her instruments should be Nancy Warren gratitude for the donations by Building 4) are very grateful for relate, while money donations donated to Highline. owned and played by Warren. explaining how she can put the new instruments that they go to wherever the donor speci- Accordingly, a cello, ukule- “We collaborated on many these instruments to use in her otherwise would not have been fies,” said Stephenson. le, electric keyboard, amplifier, things. We did recitals togeth- department. able to obtain. Donations to Highline can two guitars, and a Knabe grand er and made Christmas perfor- “This [donation] means that “We, like a lot of depart- be made year-round by visiting piano were donated to the col- mances,” said Dr. Sandra Glov- when ensembles want to play ments, are restricted by the Building 99 on Pacific Highway lege this fall. er, chorale director. certain types of music, we have budget. Musical equipment is or by calling the Foundation de- The instruments hold a sen- Faculty members said that instruments to help them,” said expensive, so this piano is a partment, 206-592-3774. You can timental value with some faculty it is very special to have some- Dr. Glover. huge upgrade for our music de- also visit www.funds4highline. members because all of them were thing that was such a large part More importantly, she said, partment,” said Dr. Thomas. org to make a money donation. THUNDERSports December 3, 2015 | Highline College | Page 7 Men’s basketball wins at home MEN’S BASKETBALL Team League Season By Charles Prater Murphy scored 12, along with W-L W-L Staff Reporter Coby Myles, who put up 10 West Division points. Green River 0-0 4-2 The season has just begun “These are great kids. They for the men’s basketball team, are coachable and they play to- Highline 0-0 2-1 and the team has started on a gether,” said Coach Dawson. S. Puget Sound 0-0 2-1 good note. “If we can continue to play Lower Columbia 0-0 2-3 After losing their home harder and smarter every day Tacoma 0-0 2-3 opener to Whatcom by 14, the we have a chance to reach our Pierce 0-0 1-3 T-Birds have won their last two potential.” Centralia 0-0 0-3 games, beating Peninsula in a Bryan Micheals and Easton Grays Harbor 0-0 0-3 close one and, most recently, Driessen were the leading beating Wenatchee Valley at scorers for the Knights. Mi- South Division home, 76-62. cheals netted 20 points and Clark 0-0 2-0 The T-Birds took command nine rebounds, while Driessen Lane 0-0 2-0 of the game in the first half dropped 17. Umpqua 0-0 2-0 shooting 53 percent in the first With the win, the T-Birds are SW Oregon 0-0 4-1 half and holding the Knights to currently in second place in the Portland 0-0 3-1 46 percent from the field and a West Division and are surren- Clackamas 0-0 2-2 mere 16 percent from beyond dering only 64 points to oppos- Chemeketa 0-0 1-2 the arc. ing teams, No.1 in the league. “We have to learn how to Mt.Hood 0-0 1-3 Highline took advantage of the great shooting half going up compete intelligently everyday,” Linn-Benton 0-0 0-2 by 15 and ending the first half said Coach Dawson. North Division up 47-31. “Most people have no idea Whatcom 0-0 4-0 “We have been working on how hard they can work. We Skagit Valley 0-0 3-0 the mental aspect of shooting have to find that, individually Everett 0-0 3-1 and trying to make sure we get and collectively.” Edmonds 0-0 2-1 more quality shots,” said High- The men’s next test was on Shoreline 0-0 2-1 line Head Coach Che Dawson. Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD Wednesday, Dec. 2 when they “We have also done a better traveled to Skagit Valley to take Bellevue 0-0 2-2 T-Bird Jamie Orme goes up strong against a Wenatchee Valley de- job of shooting game shots, at on the Cardinals. Peninsula 0-0 2-3 game spots at game speed in fender to attempt a jumper. Orme led the T-Birds with 21 points. The T-Birds will get a chance Olympic 0-0 0-4 practice.” to test just how good their de- East Division The second half saw a dip With less than 15 minutes held off Wenathcee to win the fense can be, as the Cardinals Spokane 0-0 5-0 in the T-Birds percentage, go- left in the game, the Knights game. are averaging over 100 points a East Mountain 0-0 4-1 ing from 53 percent to 40. The pulled themselves together and Highlines’ Jamie Orme led game. Big Bend 0-0 2-2 Knights didn’t fare any better, went on a run and cut the lead the way for his team with 21 The results of the game were Yakima Valley 0-0 2-2 shooting 37 percent. to eight with six minutes left in points, 10 rebounds and two unavailable at press time. Walla Walla 0-0 1-1 Regardless, the T-Birds still the game. blocks. Highlines’ next game after executed and extended the lead Fortunately for the T-Birds, Teammates Alec Meyerhoef- the Cardinals is at Shoreline on Columbia Basin 0-0 2-4 to 22. they kept their composure and fer scored 13 points and Jared Saturday, Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Wenatchee Valley 0-0 0-3 Treasure Valley 0-0 0-4

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Team League Season Lady T-Birds win first game of season W-L W-L West Division S. Puget Sound 0-0 3-0 By Olivia Sullivan cent shooting – a big improve- further in the tournament than on, that potential will start to Grays Harbor 0-0 2-1 Staff Reporter ment compared to the 15 per- they did last year. show more.” Lower Columbia 0-0 2-1 cent three point shooting rate She also plans to play hard The team’s record is 1-3 as The Highline Lady T-Birds Centralia 0-0 2-2 in Highline’s last game against on the court for her teammates they head into the Bellevue broke their losing streak by Columbia Basin. who are injured. Classic tournament this week- Green River 0-0 1-3 winning their first game of the The Lady T-Birds have al- “We’re a very young team, end, on Dec. 4-6. Highline 0-0 1-3 season over Shoreline. located practices dedicated but there’s so much potential The Lady Thunderbird’s first Pierce 0-0 1-5 Playing at Shoreline, High- entirely to shooting and begin that hasn’t shown yet,” said Rip- opponent of the weekend is Tacoma 0-0 0-2 line beat the Dolphins 62-52 on every practice with 10 minutes pingham. “As the season goes Skagit on Friday at 1 p.m. South Division Wednesday, Nov. 25. of partner shooting. Players said Umpqua 0-0 5-0 Highline pulled out the win this is helping every player with Lane 0-0 3-0 despite only having eight play- their shots. Clackamas 0-0 4-1 ers available. The lack of players Freshman Holly Suggs New Winter PE Class! Clark 0-0 2-1 was due to reoccurring injuries scored 12 points with six re- PE132 (Item #3175) Mt. Hood 0-0 3-2 taking a toll on the team. bounds and fellow freshman SW Oregon 0-0 2-3 “We knew we had to give it all teammate Chantal Hill racked Introduction to Swimming we had [during the game],” said up 10 points and four assists. Chemeketa 0-0 1-2 An introductory level swim class primarily Linn-Benton 0-0 1-2 sophomore team captain Aly- Sophomore team captain Portland 0-0 1-2 son Rippingham. “It also made Jasmyne Holmes had nine for beginners that focuses on basic water us stronger and mentally tough points, along with six rebounds, North Division safety and swim techniques that will en- together because there were no two steals and a block. Peninsula 0-0 4-0 subs. We couldn’t give up.” Freshman Jasmine Hansgen hance fitness and build confidence and Everett 0-0 1-1 Three Highline players added had a block and also secured a Olympic 0-0 1-2 enjoyment for aquatic activities. Get 1 PE double digits to the scoreboard. team high of 10 rebounds. credit and learn how to swim! Shoreline 0-0 0-1 Rippingham led the team The Lady T-Birds hit 34 per- Edmonds 0-0 0-2 with 15 points and seven re- cent from the field, as Shoreline Class meets 12:30 - 1:20 PM Whatcom 0-0 0-2 bounds. She also had two steals struggled at 28 percent. Skagit Valley 0-0 0-3 and four assists. Highline nabbed 52 rebounds Mondays/Wednesdays off-campus Bellevue 0-0 0-0 Rippingham hit four of her compared to Shoreline’s 50. @ Mt. Rainier Pool East Division eight free throws, contributing Last year, the Lady T-Birds Wenatchee Valley 0-0 3-0 to Highline’s 64 percent shoot- finished third in the NWAC Spokane 0-0 3-1 ing from the line. West Division. Rippingham Contact instructor Natalie Hughs From beyond the arc, the said her major goal for this sea- Walla Walla 0-0 2-1 ([email protected]) for more information. Treasure Valley 0-0 3-2 Lady T-Birds achieved 40 per- son is to help the team make it THUNDERFood Page 8 | December 3, 2015 | Highline College Crack open an egg for holiday brunch Christmas brunch is a holi- minutes. day tradition at our house, and 5. Spoon the topping mixture eggs are always the star of the over the omelet slice. Sprinkle show. Year after year, eggs have with cheese, if desired. Serve been my choice for a healthy immediately with sliced fruit and inexpensive way to feed a and hot biscuits or rolls. Serves crowd. 12. My Oven-Baked Omelet NOTE: If using a microwave, recipe is quick and easy to mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of the to- make, and is a crowd-pleaser mato topping and your guest’s for breakfast, brunch or a light pre-cooked topping choices to- supper. gether in a bowl. Micro-cook on I love providing my guests high for 1 minute. with their choice of different types of pre-cooked meats, Tomato Topping diced vegetables and a variety of cheeses to personalize their 2 tablespoons of olive oil omelets. The savory tomato 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, diced topping and the ingredient se- 1 tablespoon Italian sea- lections can be cooked the day soning before, refrigerated and re-heat- 1 clove garlic, finely minced ed to save time. It’s an easy, cre- 1 teaspoon salt ative way to serve breakfast or 1 teaspoon pepper brunch for a crowd. Andrews McMeel photo This oven-baked omelet is quick, easy and tastes delicious, perfect for a holiday meal. Using a medium pan over OVEN-BAKED OMELETS medium-high heat, heat the oil. 1 teaspoon pepper comes out clean. Add cherry tomatoes, Italian The pre-cooked toppings can 1 tablespoon grated onion 1. Heat oven to 350 F. Grease 3. 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The outfitting of shrimp boats with refrigeration in the early 20th centu- Remoulade Verte ry made it possible to transport fresh shrimp to more American cities. 1/3 cup mayonnaise Shrimp cocktail served with spicy 1. In 5-quart Dutch oven, combine 2 2 tablespoons sour cream red shrimper’s (cocktail) sauce remains quarts water, lemon, bay leaves, pepper- 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill an all-American favorite to this day. corns, allspice berries and salt; heat to pickle The original Remoulade Sauce, based boiling. Cover and boil 15 minutes. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley on mayonnaise and subtly spiced with 2. Add shrimp, cook just until opaque 3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh tarra- mustard and horseradish, comes from throughout, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and gon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon France. rinse with cold running water to stop 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh chives When parsley is added it becomes cooking. Cover and refrigerate shrimp 1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped Remoulade Verte. up to 24 hours. 1 teaspoon capers, drained and For a Cajun rendition, forget the 3. Prepare Red Cocktail Sauce and/or chopped 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard tarragon and Dijon and heat it up with Remoulade Verte. Good Housekeeping photo some Creole mustard and cayenne. 4. Just before serving, place bowls Shrimp can be tasty with a variety of In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, of sauces in center of platter; arrange sauces. 1 lemon, thinly sliced romaine leaves around bowls, leaf tips sour cream, pickle, parsley, tarragon, 4 bay leaves facing out. Thread each shrimp on a chives, anchovy, capers and mustard; 20 whole black peppercorns bamboo skewer and arrange skewers on stir until well-blended. Cover and re- 10 whole allspice berries romaine. 2 tablespoons minced jalapeno frigerate up to 24 hours. Makes about 2 teaspoons salt Makes 8 appetizer servings. chile 2/3 cup. 24 extra-large shrimp (1 pound), 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice You’ll find this recipe and hundreds shelled and deveined Red Cocktail Sauce more in Good Housekeeping’s Great *Red Cocktail Sauce and/or Re- In small bowl, combine cocktail American Classics Cookbook (Hearst moulade Verte 1 cup bottled cocktail sauce sauce, cilantro, jalapeno and lime juice Books). 12 small romaine lettuce leaves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilan- until well-blended. Cover and refriger- (c) 2015 Hearst Communications, Inc. 24 (7-inch) bamboo skewers tro ate up to 24 hours. Makes about 1 cup. All rights reserved December 3, 2015 | Highline College | Puzzles Page 9

8. AD SLOGAN: What com- pany’s product was featured in ads with the slogan “the ulti- mate driving machine”? 9. FOOD & DRINK: What flavor is the liqueur Cointreau? 1. MOVIES: What was the 10. LANGUAGE: What is a 1953 film for which Frank courgette? Sinatra received a Best Sup- porting Actor Oscar? Answers 2. GENERAL KNOWL- 1. From Here to Eternity EDGE: What is a natatorium? 2. Building containing an in- 3. FAMOUS QUOTA- door swimming pool (March 21 to April some decisions you might have TIONS: Who once said, “I 3. Thomas Edison ARIES have not failed. I’ve just found 4. Cu (Latin “cuprum”) 19) Don’t feel sheepish about felt you could not avoid making. 10,000 ways that won’t work”? 5. Captain Nemo looking to spend more time AQUARIUS (January 20 with that special person dur- to February 18) You could 4. CHEMISTRY: What is 6. Rupert Holmes the symbol for the element 7. Mount Mitchell, North ing the upcoming holidays. be cutting it very close if you copper? Carolina Do it because it’s the right hope to make those holiday thing to do. tember 22) This is a good time plan changes in time to avoid 5. LITERATURE: What 8. BMW was the name of the captain 9. Orange TAURUS (April 20 to May to let others who are in your life problems. Get a friend or fam- in Jules Verne’s Twenty Thou- 10. Zucchini 20) Never mind letting mis- get a little closer to you. You’ll ily member to help. sand Leagues Under the Sea? understandings repair them- both find out what you’ve been PISCES (February 19 to selves. Consider speaking missing for far too long. March 20) Friends show how 6. MUSIC: What pop artist (c) 2015 King Features had a No. 1 hit with Escape Synd., Inc. up while the healing process LIBRA (September 23 to important you are to them. (The Pina Colada Song)? can be shorter and sweeter October 22) Open up your Keep these precious relation- and leave fewer scars. eyes and see some welcome ships thriving. They affect 7. GEOGRAPHY: What is the highest point in the United Puzzle answers GEMINI (May 21 to June surprises you’ve missed or much that will happen to the States east of the Mississippi on Page 11 20) Romance is easily awak- overlooked for too long. What fabulous Fish in the new year. River? ened in the Geminian heart, you find can lead to other fa- BORN THIS WEEK: Time especially around the happy vorable changes. spent at home alone nurtures holiday season. So go ahead SCORPIO (October 23 to your mystic self. Spending and make those plans with November 21) What you ex- your time with others nurtures that special someone. pect to be potentially trouble- them. CANCER (June 21 to July some might simply be espe- 22) Moon Children can glow cially challenging and well with their own inner light as worth your efforts to check the holiday season magic out. Good luck! takes hold. It’s a very special SAGITTARIUS (Novem- time for Cancers and Libras ber 22 to December 21) A together. Enjoy. friendship might not seem as LEO (July 23 to August 22) trustworthy as you’d like. OK. It’s a good time for you fabu- Ask your questions, get your lous Felines to take pleasure answers and settle the matter in your special gift for, well, once and for all. taking pleasure! Look for this CAPRICORN (December holiday season to give you 22 to January 19) A family situ- every reason to purr. ation moves into a new area be- VIRGO (August 23 to Sep- cause of (or, maybe, thanks to) Page 10 News | Highline College | December 3, 2015 Canines run free in remodeled park

By Micah Litowitz tains off-leash dog parks in the Staff Reporter King County area, including Marymoor Park in Redmond, What was once a place ded- one of the largest dog parks. icated to the defense of the na- “Marymoor was like SO- tion is now dedicated to dogs DA’s baby, and Grandview was running free. just the ugly sibling that no Grandview Off Leash Dog one cared about,” said Elynn Park at 3600 S. 228th St. in Clayton, president of Dogs of SeaTac is just north of Military Grandview Supporters. Road and Veterans Drive, about Although Grandview had a five minutes northeast of High- lot of space, the park was not well Jessica Strand/THUNDERWORD line. It is open dawn to dusk. maintained, and very little of SO- Dogs and owners enjoy their walk at Grandview Off Leash Dog Park, a former Nike missile site. From 1955 to 1963, the park DA’s donations went to Grand- new grass, workers found rem- chandise was sold. like that there are walking trails was a Nike missile launch location. view, compared to Marymoor. nants of the old missile silos still DOGS will host a Christmas and that there are people there Nike missiles were used in At the end of 2014, SODA de- party on Dec. 5, where dog own- even on the rainiest days.” Project Nike, a U.S Army project cided not to continue their con- in the ground. This wasn’t a huge ers can buy $5 photos with Santa. There are usually people at created during the Cold War. tract with the park anymore. deal, it just meant that the fencing When dog owners come to the park before dark, despite When the launch site shut Many regulars were saddened wouldn’t fit perfectly in some ar- eas, since the posts can’t be sunk Grandview Off Leash Dog Park, weather conditions like rain down, the land was deeded to King and decided to try to form their and snow. Peak hour this time all the way into the ground. they can expect a mostly fenced County, where it was decided that own group to maintain it. of year is about four o’clock A SeaTac City Hall meeting “I’m sure you’ve seen that gi- in area, aside from the parking whoever the property belonged to, lot, for dogs to run free. There when people get off work. Since was held about the park and ant rock on top of the hill. I’ve it must remain a public park. are several play fields, commu- the park is so big, even at peak drew the cities largest city hall heard it’s covering up a staircase The park then became a series nity toys, doggy drinking foun- hours owners can decide if they meeting ever. that was used to move things of soccer fields until they were tains, poop pick up bags, and a want to socialize with other A new group of dog owners from the top of the hill to the shut down in 1999. great view of Mount Rainier on owners and dogs, or find a place Very quickly the abandoned and walkers formed and called bottom,” said Clayton. “We’ve by themselves. thought about moving the rock a clear day. park became a makeshift themselves Dogs of Grandview “It’s a great place for dogs Many owners and regulars and finding the staircase, but dumpsite, homeless shelter, and Supporters, and the city gave to get socialized,” Said Sylvia are very relaxed about the dogs I’m sure it would be bolted up.” drug and prostitution ring. them the land and funded them Gange, a regular at Grandview. and are always willing to help At a DOGS fall work party, The 34-acre park was like for a year’s worth of garbage pick “And it’s free.” out new owners. The park is full that for about five years until up, dog bags, and restrooms. dog owners came to volunteer “My girlfriend and I meet of friendly dogs, and aggressive the group Serve Our Dog Ar- Grandview is now running to help clean up the park, give up at Grandview a few times a dogs are not welcomed. The eas asked King County if they under the care of DOGS, and donations, buy t-shirts and have week with our dog. There is a park is very clean and has ponds could take over. King County runs solely off of donations and a free lunch. ton of room for the dogs to play for the water dogs. During the gave SODA the park for free, but the work of volunteers. The work party was a success. and not become territorial or hot seasons, kiddy pools are put would not fund or maintain it. While the park was being re- Many donations were made and aggressive,” said Erick Lopez, out for water dogs to play and SODA is a group that main- modeled with different fences and over half of the DOGS mer- a regular at Grandview. “I also relax in.

AANAPISI candidate wants program to last

By Jacqueline Robinson “We now have an opportu- Staff Reporter nity to change the game. We have the next five years to set Ekkarath Sisavatdy plans to the precedent, to lead the way engage both students and the and be an example.” community if chosen as the Sisavatdy highlighted one director of a new diversity pro- project he led in an attempt gram here at Highline. And he to further engage the High- wants to make sure the legacy line community. He created of the program outlives the a mandatory online orienta- grant that created it. tion and online how-to videos If selected he would super- to connect with students who vise the use of the $1.5 mil- could not physically come on lion Asian American, Native campus. American, Pacific Islander “It’s building access and - Serving Institution grant making sure we are looking that is designed to aid stu- out for the student’s best inter- dents from those ethnic back- est,” said Sisavatdy. grounds as well as low-income He said at there is a need for students. educational persistence at this On Nov. 25 he outline his campus. qualifications. “We want students here,” He has an interdisciplinary he said. “We want enrollment bachelor’s degree is nearing numbers up. We want gradua- tion rates up.” his completion of his master’s The AANAPISI grant will degree in in Higher Education. last for five years, but Sisavatdy He is the program manager/ would like the legacy to live on. adviser for Academic Advising “I want to create a structure and High School Programs. that will serve Asian Ameri- Originally from Laos, Sisavat- cans, Native Americans, Pa- dy came to America as an immi- cific Islanders, low income, grant refugee at the age of two. and other underserved [popu- Sisavatdy said he is excit- lations] that won’t just last the ed for the grant and what it next five years but will contin- means for Highline. ue for years to come.” December 3, 2015 | Highline College | News Page 11

Food bank works with college to feed needy

By Brittany Jenkins to volunteers and donations Another way to give back unloading trucks, office fil- of food delivered every Thurs- Staff Reporter year-round. Donations of food to the community is by volun- ing, etc.,” according to the Des day morning and are always and cash can be made on a dai- teering time. There are many Moines Area Food Bank web- looking for some strong volun- The giving season is here, ly basis from 8:30- noon. The jobs available to volunteers at site at myfoodbank.org. teers help us unpack pallets of and although holiday sales and Food Bank is at 22225 Ninth the Des Moines Area Food “We can use volunteers food. We also appreciate extra the latest technology is on the Ave. S. in Des Moines United Bank, such as “sorting food, any weekday morning and we help any weekday throughout minds of many, the less for- Methodist Church. greeting clients, restocking have jobs for volunteers of all the summer and on the week- tunate dream of new socks, a Highline is raising money the food line, breaking down skill levels, Luksan said, “Ad- days leading up to Thanksgiv- warm coat, or food on the table. for the food bank’s BackPack bulk items, sorting produce, ditionally, we get a large order ing and Christmas.” The Highline College com- Program that helps low-in- munity participates in many come children who are eligible drives through-out the year fo- for free and reduced lunch- cused on helping the needy. Al- es through their schools have PRIVATE SECURITY ACADEMY though the focus is high during food for the weekend. Often The Private Security Academy (PSA) is designed for individuals either the holiday season there is a the winter break means many currently employed or seeking employment in the private security field, loss need year-round and Dave We- events revolving around food prevention, assets protection and other police functions. ber, Highline Print Shop man- but for many kids that break Students who successfully complete the Private Security Academy will earn 8 ager, is trying to expand that from school means a break college credits, applicable toward the Associate of Applied Science degree in focus by bringing a year-round from regular meals. The Back- Criminal Justice at Highline College. Students will also receive First Aid/CPR donation drop off at the Print Pack Program sends backpacks certification. Shop. with food home during school “Instead of the communi- breaks. ACADEMY DATES AND TIMES FOR WINTER ty building a pathway to the “Additionally, summer is a QUARTER 2016 college, we want the college to time of high need. With kids First day of class build a pathway to the commu- out of school, parents do not Tuesday, January 26 at 6 p.m. nity,” said Weber about the vol- have school breakfasts and (No class January 27–February 10) unteer efforts of Highline staff lunches to help make sure their WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE COST? and faculty. kids are getting the nutrition • 100 hours state of the art instruction ACADEMY COSTS $1,150.00 per person* Weber said there is a high de- they need,” said Steven Luksan taught by industry professionals (funding may be available— mand for socks in the homeless Special Programs Coordinator • Course supplies and materials please see Workforce Education community as well as donations Des Moines Area Food Bank, • CPR/First Aid Certification of gently used clothing. “The food bank runs a summer • FULL Gear Package Service (WES) information) “As people clean out their meal program for kids where we closets or are shopping, grab prepare fresh breakfasts, lunch- PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS some socks…bring it here we es, and snacks, and serve them • Must be at least 18 years old at the time of acceptance to the Academy will make sure it gets to the to kids in local parks, apart- • Must complete and pass a Washington State Patrol (WSP) Background Union Gospel Mission,” Weber ment complexes, and commu- check said. nity centers. This program • Must commit to meeting the course attendance requirements For example, Highline part- requires a lot of extra resourc- ners with Des Moines Area es (food, funds, and volunteer CAREER PATHWAYS Food Bank for multiple dona- hours); last year we served some Upon completion of the Private Security Academy, students will be able to tion events throughout the year, 57,000 meals to kids in the Des find potential career paths through a variety of private security companies but the food bank is also open Moines/SeaTac area.” that service: • Retail Loss Prevention • Trademark and Piracy Investigations • The Entertainment Industry • Uniformed Static Posting Thunderword • County, City and State Fairs • Surveillance • Maritime Infrastructure • Loss Prevention Apprehension advertising. • Casinos and Card Houses • Internal Theft Investigations Don’t worry, we can CONTACT INFORMATION spare the space. To register for this course or to find out more information, please call Continuing Education at (206) 870-3785 or visit our website at [email protected] ce.highline.edu.

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dents indicate they are going to own car to go places. take some convincing. Another car user said that if Fee Highline student Elizabeth traffic were guaranteed to de- State Supreme Court continued from page 1 Abramchuk, who carpools with crease, he would be willing to two other students every day, pay the $5. She said that students struggle expressed her thoughts on the However, on bus user gave won’t reconsider to find parking spaces, especial- issue. positive feedback on the fee. ly in the morning hours when “A lot of people unfortunately Julius Olavario supports the most students have classes. don’t have $5 to throw around,” addition of the transportation fee. minimum wage ruling The fee will help with that prob- she said. “The bus is too much “I would say yes to it,” he lem by reducing the stress of of a hassle unless you have used said. “It makes transportation trying to find a parking spot. the bus before. And I don’t want more convenient for me.” for SeaTac workers “We want to present options to have to learn to use it.” He said that he’s driven a OLYMPIA (AP) The -- owned and operated by the other than just raising the price Other car users shared sim- car before, but he had a horri- Washington state Supreme Port of Seattle. of parking permits,” Fender said. ilar views. ble first experience in finding a Court will not reconsider its The decision means that She said that the fee would Highline student Daniela parking spot. August ruling that a $15 min- thousands of hospitality and not only reduce traffic on cam- Sanchez drives a car to campus “Having [the shuttle bus] imum wage law passed by transportation workers at the pus and stress on students, but every day. would actually be an advan- SeaTac voters also applies to airport should soon see their will also provide the funding She said that the fee should tage,” he said. “Not just for stu- airport workers. minimum wage bumped up to for better lighting in parking only be for bus users. dents like me, but for all stu- The Seattle Times reports $15.24 an hour. lots and another part-time offi- “I don’t think it’s fair,” she dents in general.” (http://bit.ly/1LOd53u ) the Alaska Airlines issued a cer to help with the high crime said. “It should be for people If Administrative Services court issued its ruling on statement saying it was evalu- rate in the evening. who want to use the bus—not decides to implement the fee, Monday. ating its options. The fee is expected to pro- for people who don’t use it.” it would take at least a year to Alaska Airlines and oth- Proponents of the law say vide about $75,000 for three She also said that although process, Fender said. er groups had filed a lawsuit the ruling is expected to impact of the heaviest quarters (Fall, it might get people off the road “Nothing is set in stone,” she challenging the city’s power 4,700 people employed at the air- Winter and Spring). and using the bus more, people said. “We are looking for ways to to dictate pay at Seattle-Ta- port by contractors, concession- Initial reactions from stu- would still want to use their get around parking on campus. coma International Airport aires and car-rental agencies.

good value, Curtis said. because this will enhance the the white doll and thought it Traffic Public Safety is in the pro- safety and speed of a future Beauty was nicer than the black doll. continued from page 1 cess of having all of their offi- evacuation. continued from page 1 In 2009, Professor Sam Pier- cers trained in traffic control, In the event of another storff of Modesto Junior College and they estimate that the en- campus evacuation, Public recreated the experiment and Safety. tire department will be trained Safety plans to assign two of about my complexion and said got the same result. The Flagger Training and by February, Curtis said. its officers to direct traffic off ‘Seonsaegnim, beautiful is light. Pitts said globalization of Traffic Control certification The Facilities and Opera- of campus if there are no other Light is beautiful.’” beauty is still an issue today. course is offered by Highline tions department is also con- emergencies, Curtis said. “It’s very interesting to see “These children are young as a Continuing Education sidering training some of its “I’m hoping it’ll improve the contrast of globalization of children and they see that one course, allowing Highline staff in traffic control, but has [evacuating campus] quite a beauty and how that is seeing Barbie was better than the other staff to receive the training not reached a final decision, bit,” said Curtis. through even young children’s Barbie because of certain hair without even leaving campus. said Barry Holldorf, director “It’s always a learning envi- eyes,” Pitts said. color or certain feature, cer- The eight-and-a-half-hour of Facilities and Operations. ronment, and we will move on Pitts said from scientific tain skin color or complexion course costs $55 and is valid “It’s great that we are get- and learn from mistakes,” said research, there are three ways as seen a beautiful even though for three years, which is a very ting this training,” Curtis said, Curtis. to measure beauty: complex- themselves,” Pitts said. ion, healthiness, and average- “They may be a brown child ness. and they may see themselves as Complexion is about the not beautiful because maybe so- shade of skin tone. Health- ciety teaches them that beauty is iness is genetic features and only this one measure.” body type. Averageness is Pitts then showed an ex- symmetry. ample of the Kayan tribe and Pitts further demonstrat- the Maori tribe. The Kayan ed the perception of beauty by tribe adorns golden hoops showing two different models around their necks to create with different skin tones wear- the look of a long and slender ing the same dress. One is a Ko- neck. The Maori tribe is char- rean model with light skin, and acterized by their intricate fa- another is Mexican-Kenyan ac- cial tattoos. tress Lupita Nyong’o with dark Throughout the presenta- skin tone. tion, Pitts showed that beauty She then asked the audience standard are diverse and trends to judge who looked better with are ever changing as each sea- the dress on. son goes by. Standards in the One person from the audi- Victorian era were women with ence said, “the difference be- hourglass bodies. Standards tween modeling, where you’re in the 1920s era were boyish, really about this idea of beau- skinny figures, and small busts. ty as opposed to a real person The only long lasting beauty is wearing a dress in real life. And your own beauty and the physi- it’s what we’re supposed to think cal features that define who you that is unobtainable. There is are, she said. nothing about high fashion that Pitts shared her experience is obtainable. And there she is. of living in South Korea. She [Lupita Nyong’o] is real and She graduated with a mas- wearing that dress and it’s so ters is degree from the Univer- much better. It’s not contrived. sity of Washington with all the There’s something contrived requirements and experienced about the model.” and yet, still got rejected be- In 1940s, Kenneth and Ma- cause her skin color and beau- mie Clark created an experi- ty is different than everyone ment called “The Clark Doll else’s. Experiment” where they asked In regards to beauty, Pitts black children to choose be- told the audience there’s only tween a black doll and a white one thought that really matters: doll. Most participants chose “I am enough. I am beautiful.”