And the Oscar Conservative didn't go to... ch Arts & Entertainment • page 21 Campus Life • page 11 News • Page 3 Cage Mat onnectionThe Schoolcraft VolumeC 25 Issue 10 Serving the Schoolcraft Community for 25 years February 20, 2012 Pink Performance Basketball teams unite to fight breast cancer

By Daniel Peake Sports Editor With the 2011-12 basketball season coming to an end, what better sendoff could there be than to hold a double-header promoting Breast Cancer awareness? This year’s Pink Zone games benefited the Kay Yow WBCA (Women Coaches Basketball Association) Breast Cancer Research Fund. The Kay Yow Cancer Fund is a charitable organization committed to being a part of finding an answer in the fight against women’s cancers through raising money for scientific research, assisting the underserved and unifying people for a common cause. Last year, SC raised $1,425 at the Pink Zone games. This year a small admission fee, commemorative t-shirts and concessions were sold with hopes of raising even more for the Yow WBCA. Moreover, there was a wonderful turnout from fans, but sup- porters were not the only highlight of the night’s success. Both Ocelot squads faced off against (Above) Ocelot Guard Deon a tough opponent in the Hawks of Gunn leaps to the net. Henry Ford Community College. (Below) Guard Courtney The men’s HFCC squad is 3rd in the Grove-Dyer diligently MCCAA western conference and blocks the enemy's route. boasted a 17-8 record before facing the Ocelots squad. The women’s HFCC squad, although not as successful as the men’s (5-18), was a hungry oppo- nent for the Lady Ocelots. To start off the night, the Lady Ocelots went up against the Lady Hawks. As always, our Lady Ocelots applied smothering defensive pressure early in the game, which produced five steals in the first five minutes of play. Photos by Andrew Kieltyka This defense, coupled with an unstop- Lady Ocelot #15, Domonique Jones rises far above the wolf pack CONTACT US pable offensive onslaught gave the Lady from Henry Ford Community College to sink the shot. [email protected] Ocelots enough momentum to hold an 734-462-4422 ever increasing lead throughout the and the Hawks were deadlocked, applying Zachery Childress and Karl Moore game. It would be unfair to highlight breathtaking defense along with point-for- helped build up a momentum that the one particular player from the women’s point offense. Finally, toward the end of Hawks simply could not match. The team, as the game was defined by an the first half, the Hawks began to utterly Ocelots snapped their two game losing INSIDE overall team performance. The Ocelots terrorize the Ocelot defense taking them streak, defeating the Hawks, 93-83. The walked away with their 20th win of the into halftime with a demanding double- Ocelots improved to 15-10 overall and season, crushing the Hawks 101-50. digit lead. Despite the latter part first half 7-7 in the MCCAA’s Eastern Conference. News...... 2 After a blowout win by the women, it being filled with lopsided play against the Overall, the 2012 Pink Zone games was a Editorials...... 6 Ocelots, somehow coach Randy Henry major success. Fans were pleased. Players was the men’s turn to take to the court. Campus Life...... 10 This showdown pitted the fourth place sparked a fire within the team. performed at their peak. A good cause was Ocelots against the third place Hawks. The Ocelots mounted an amazing edified. And now both Schoolcraft squads A&E...... 20 This was arguably one of the toughest comeback against the Hawks during are one step closer to making a serious Sports...... 26 matchups of the season. the second half. Offensive contributions dent in the upcoming playoffs. Diversions...... 32 Throughout the first half the Ocelots from Lenderick Witcher, Lydell Mason, Photo Story...... 36 N ews

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also said that their signs and materials were confis- cated, but then returned. Newt Gingrich also had a strong showing. The first day of the conference was dominated by Gingrich and Santorum staffers. By the second day, Romney had made more of a presence. Supporters were holding his signs by all of the main ballroom’s exits. Politicians were escorted through the hall sur- CPAC2012 rounded by a mix of security, media crews and support- ers seeking a photo or autograph. The lines for photos and handshakes with the candidates and other con- An inside guide to the servative rock stars serpentined around the expansive second floor, Gingrich on one side, Santorum on the conservative Woodstock other, with Cain tucked in for good measure. By Ian Gallagher The Conservative In the basement, far below a decent cell phone signal, Managing Editor Political Action there was a space for the conservative groups and orga- Conference (CPAC) had an almost carnival-esque atmo- nizations. In one corner, Donald Rumsfeld was signing sphere. There is a reason it is referred to as the conserva- books across from a stand selling dozens of Republican tive Woodstock. People were yelling out, “Santorum for and conservative shirts. Authors were out peddling president,” with pre-peeled stickers in hand, ready to their books, although they did not always get the inter- slap them on anyone that gives them a positive response. est that they anticipated. Some had taken to carrying The various candidates were pushing for votes. There around copies to give to anyone who expressed an was a large ballroom filled with people listening to how interest. the Arab Spring affects American conservatives, one of the many events that went on nearly nonstop for three Occupied days. Perhaps it is fitting that CPAC was held at the Occupy DC, freshly banned from camping by Wardman Park Marriot which is only a stone’s throw Metropolitan Police, made a showing at CPAC. The from the National Zoo. roughly 200 protesters marched in to join union The speakers were nonstop, and the program moved members around a large, inflatable, tuxedo-wearing cat from one to the next with only a brief pause for entrance with a worker being squeezed in one claw. Their drums music (usually country, but occasionally rock) and intro- thundered as Occupy chanted their trademark, “We are ductions. Each of the speakers was given an average of the 99 percent.” The would-be occupiers were stopped ten minutes, although the major speakers were allowed from setting up the pre-assembled tents they carried more time. This is not the Oscars – there is no music with them by the Metropolitan Police. Some CPAC played for telling them to get off the stage, leading to the attendees made their way down to talk to the protesters, joke that if a speaker is scheduled, you can expect them some exchanged words from opposite sides of the police 20 minutes later, or CPAC time. line. The protestors tried to move closer to the hotel entrance, but turned back after police told them that it Heroes and Politicians was private property and they could be subject to arrest. The crowd in the hall waxed and waned depending on Later that day, Occupy DC made an attempt to reach a who was due to speak. There were some surprises – Lt. second entrance chanting, “Hey, hey, ho, ho, CPAC has Col. Oliver North (ret.) proved to be more popular than got to go.” The Metropolitan police had mounted officers one would have expected. Lt. Col. North (ret.) presented in addition to control the crowd. Those inside the hotel the American Heroes Award. While North’s speech were briefly prevented from using that entrance until was filled with appreciation of our men and women in the protesters had moved further away. uniform, his presentation was heavily loaded with clips Romney managed to win the CPAC straw poll, from his show “War Stories.” Marine Sgt. Courtney although the win is tinged with rumors that he had sup- Rauch (ret.), winner of the American Heroes Award, said porters bussed in and registered for the conference just that the award belongs to the marines that made him to vote in the poll. Santorum was widely anticipated to what he is today, along with all the other members of the win the straw poll. Ron Paul, who did not attend this Armed Forces, as well as his wife, Vanessa. year’s conference, won the 2010 and 2011 polls, while Rick Santorum, a former Senator from Pennsylvania Romney won the 2009, 2008 and 2007 polls. and current challenger to Mitt Romney locking in the A common theme of the conference was that rights GOP nomination, was out in force. Signs and stickers came from God, not the government. This message displaying Santorum were everywhere. Midway through was often accompanied by saying that Obama and the the second day, according to a Santorum staffer, sign Democrats believe that the government is what gives holders and pamphlet and sticker distributers for the you rights. CPAC was more than a stage, it was a staging candidates were asked to move from their locations area. A place where the campaigns could reach out to and told to go to the basement, where assorted booths many conservative voters from across the nation, while were set up, to distribute their materials. The staffer preparing to go head to head with Obama. February 20, 2012 3

Mitt Romney Rick Santorum Newt Gingrich The Favorite The Challenger The Veteran By Ian Gallagher There are no empty seats By Ian Gallagher The Conservative Political By Ian Gallagher Former Speaker of the Managing Editor in the main ballroom and Managing Editor Action Conference (CPAC) Managing Editor House Newt Gingrich may the press area is shoulder to shoulder. The frontrun- came in the wake of Rick Santorum’s meteoric rise be trailing in the polls, but this political veteran’s ner for the Republican nomination, former governor on the national stage. Two days before one of the campaign is still alive and kicking. Rock music of Massachusetts, Mitt Romney enters to a roaring largest conservative gatherings, on February 7, blared over the loudspeakers as Gingrich took the standing ovation. Santorum made sweeping wins of over 40 percent in stage at CPAC. He began by trying to draw parallels Romney was clearly prepping for the post-primary cam- Colorado and Minnesota and won by over 50 percent between himself and Ronald Reagan. paign, he acknowledged President Obama as the conserva- in Missouri. In each of those contests, front runner Despite his years inside the beltway, Gingrich can tive movement’s main contributor. “Defeating Obama is Mitt Romney trailed by an average of 18 points. still see himself as apart from the establishment. only one step towards the ultimate goal of saving America,” This begs the question as to whether Santorum is a “[The] Republican establishment doesn’t have the said Romney, “beating Obama is the easy part.” serious rival to Romney or is he just the latest face of commitment or toughness to build a real majority,” Romney was also taking advantage of the event to the anybody-but-Romney sentiment that has been said Gingrich. appeal to a key upcoming primary: Michigan. Santorum going on the entire primary season. Introducing Gingrich aims to repeal “Obamacare” by January is now slipping ahead of Romney in his home state, where Santorum was Foster Friess, chairman of Friess 20, the day of the inauguration, two hours after a loss would be particularly embarrassing. The mention of Associates and a major Santorum donor. Friess said his address, along with a host of executive orders: George Romney, Mitt’s father and former Michigan gover- that one of Santorum’s strengths was that he was to abolish the White House tsars, approve the nor, brings applause. . a fresh face and that “the old warhorses don’t keep TransCanada pipeline, put the American embassy Romney described how in Massachusetts he winning; from [Bob] Dole to [John] McCain and to Israel in Jerusalem, reinstate the Mexico City “defended conservative principals in the most leftwing [John] Kerry.” policy (which prevents NGOs from performing or state,” and balanced the budget while erasing a $5 Accompanied by his family, Santorum came to the advocating abortions) and to “repeal every act of billion shortfall. The candidates for the GOP nomi- stage. “Conservatives didn’t fail our country,” said religious bigotry by the Obama administration.” nation are distinguished by their life experiences, Santorum, “conservatives failed conservativism.” The crowd responded with chants of “Newt” to Romney explained, saying, “I spent 25 years in busi- Although Santorum is running on a very socially- Gingrich’s list of executive orders. ness [and] successfully led an Olympics,” referring to conservative platform, he still made some mention Gingrich’s goal is to repeal 40 percent of the the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, one of the of his fiscal plan in a year where the economic situ- government on his first day in the oval office, most financially successful winter Olympics. ation will play a large part in the election. Santorum including the complete overhaul of the Food and Romney vowed to end the borrowing of 40 cents of called for “supply side economics for the working Drug Administration and the elimination of the every dollar spent, and to approach every decision with man, [to] create an opportunity for blue-collar and Department of Energy and the Environmental “can we afford it?” He also stated his aim to reduce the working poor to rise in society.” He said that he Protection Agency. The EPA would be replaced with the percentage of the economy that is funded by the will cut $5 billion in that many years and spend less “an environmental solutions agency that’ll take into government, as well as achieve something that has not year after year to achieve a balanced budget. account economics,” said Gingrich. happened in our generation’s lifetime: “I will finally Santorum said that a higher rate of energy con- Other policies he would see include the elimi- balance the budget,” said Romney. sumption accompanied a higher standard of living. nation of the capital gains tax, giving farm and His plan to do that includes eliminating According to him,w using natural factory owners the ability to write off all new “Obamacare,” greatly reducing the number of federal resources is a reason for the prosperity of America equipment and to change the unemployment employees and “tying government compensation and and that with the high instances of hydro-fracing, compensation so that in order to receive funds, benefits to those in the private sector.” Romney said there would be more outcry if there were risks. After individuals must sign up for training. “Never again that Social Security and Medicare need reform through knocking Romney for having a “lopsided money should we pay someone for 99 weeks for doing slowly raising the retirement age and offering a choice advantage,” Santorum said that he is the boldest nothing,” said Gingrich. between Medicare or a private plan. The only thing off contrast to Obama and that he has the strongest Gingrich advocated lowering the tax rate and the table for Romney was tax hikes. record on matters of faith and family. The crowd simplifying the tax code, following his theme of Romney finished his speech by appealing to responded by cheering his name. modernization. Calling to “Audit the Fed,” Gingrich social conservatives. “My presidency will be pro- Maintaining that he has the ability to get moder- borrowed a point from Ron Paul, who did not life,” said Romney as he pledged to “reverse every ate and undecided voters, Santorum asked, “Why appear at CPAC. He finished his speech by touching Obama policy that attacks religious liberty and would an undecided voter vote for the candidate of a on key social conservative points as well as heavily threatens innocent life.” Romney concludes by party who the party is not decided about?” Santorum quoting the founding documents. “This is the year making his way into the cheering crowd to shake finished by bringing up the patriotic sentiments that to reset this country in a decisive, bold way,” con- hands and greet supporters. are common in campaigns before a standing ovation. cluded Gingrich. Mike Huckabee and Herman Cain The former candidates money,” said Huckabee, “morals and referee that “decides which businesses uproarious applause as Cain entered. liberty, lose those and money won’t will continue or fail,” and that “too big to “Our nation today has become a By Ian Gallagher Managing Editor matter.” Huckabee said that the only job fail means other are too small to matter.” nation of crisis,” said Cain, regard- of government is to “secure and protect ing illegal immigration, the economy Mike Huckabee the rights given by God,” and implored Herman Cain: The rise of the and a “severe deficiency of leader- Cainiacs Former governor those in attendance that they “must not ship.” Referring to the conditions in of Arkansas and a separate faith from freedom. […] We are One of the most the colonies that led to the American candidate in the a nation under God.” Huckabee’s speech popular speakers at Revolution, “the American people 2008 presidential was heavily pro-life. “Since 1973, we CPAC was former are fed up again with abuse and primaries, Mike have seen the termination of 50 million presidential can- arrogance. [We] need another revolu- Huckabee was an anticipated speaker Americans that would have been part didate and CEO of tion. Not bombs and bullets, brains at CPAC. He appealed to the crowd of our labor force,” Huckabee said. His Godfather’s Pizza, and balance at the ballot box.” Cain the importance of morality. “A nation speech was also peppered with laissez- Herman Cain. The hall exploded into that has lost its morals will give up its faire populism, calling government a See Former Candidates PAGE 5 4 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012 Degrees in Demand Might another field of study be worth your time? By Ishpreet Kaur Staff Writer

After spending years in college, what does one do with that degree? Most college students often ask themselves this very question. After spending months and even years preparing themselves for their chosen career field (not to mention the thousands of dollars in tuition), it often strikes the minds of college students if they are cut out for the competitive job market. It is hard enough to acquire a job in our troubled economy and even harder to find a job in one’s career field. With unemployment rates rising for some jobs and declining for others, it is often a difficult decision for a college student to choose a career path. Degrees without jobs A recent study conducted by Georgetown University’s Photo by Mandy Getschman Center on Education and the Workforce explains the most and least marketable college majors according to Chemistry students Chloe Pallas (right) and Danielle Drozdowski devote time to the level of unemployment rate. Recent college gradu- studying their intricate class notes. ates should consider choosing a valuable major as it according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Moreover, heavily affects their risk of unemployment. This study technical and scientific content of the majors related Highest unemployment majors explains that not all college degrees are created equal. to computers and mathematics can be a major factor in Architecture = 13.9% It is quite shocking to know that the highest unemploy- determining the rate of unemployment in one’s career. ment rate for recent graduates is in the field of architec- The same research from Georgetown University shows Arts = 11.1% ture at 13.9 percent. The collapse of the construction and that those who hold master’s degrees have an unemploy- home-building industry in the recession has negatively ment rate of 3 percent as compared to the unemploy- Humanities and Liberal Arts = 9.4% affected the field. Other non-technical majors have also ment rate for those college graduates with a bachelor’s Social Science = 8.9% been the target of high unemployment rate such as the degree at 5 percent. arts with an unemployment rate of 11.1 percent. This is Law and Public Safety = 8.1% followed by humanities and liberal arts with 9.4 percent Tech-savvy workers in demand unemployment, social science with 8.9 percent and law Another area of demand in the job market is the Low unemployment majors and public safety with 8.1 percent. realm of tech-centered jobs. This high-demand was recently explored in an article by the Livonia Observer. Healthcare = 5.4% Majors on the rise A collection of representatives from local manufactur- Business, healthcare and high technical majors tend ers, schools and industries held a meeting to discuss Business = 7.4% to have higher income as well as lower unemployment this issue. “The amount of skilled workforce has com- Computer Software Engineer, tech rate. Business majors tend to have low unemployment pletely evaporated,” said Dan Liable, a human resource and mathematical jobs are also rate of 7.4 percent and healthcare professions have 5.4 professional for NYX Incorporated, a local business. high demand majors. percent unemployment. High technical careers such “We need people with automation programming and as computer software engineers are in high demand, manufacturing companies.” Curricular corrections comes of the course to a broader picture [academic] catalog,” said Ciccheli. The College's of student success.” The OCA plays a Even though the curriculum is being primary role in all curriculum changes updated, that does not mean that all catalogue gets that are made at Schoolcraft. There is a courses or programs will see changes. strong effort to preserve students’ aca- Many courses offered have relatively an update demic progress and to help them to com- rigid objectives due their transferability By Danny Bihn plete the program that they started. The to universities and other institutes. Staff Writer OCA also works with different depart- It might not be apparent to most stu- ments to develop the program outcomes Beyond the College’s control dents, unless you know what to look and course competencies, which are “Sometimes changes in require- for, but Schoolcraft’s curriculum is in found on the syllabus of every class. ments are mandated and outside of our a constant state of transformation and control,” said Ciccheli. “Many of our improvement. If you’ve been paying close Reasons for change programs have agencies that regulate attention to your WebAdvisor account Additional alterations are made to the requirements of courses and pro- you might be aware that some degrees improve or clarify certain course com- grams.” An example of such an agency is and courses at the College have under- petencies. The reasons behind these the State Board of Nursing. The Health gone slight alterations. While on the updates can be attributed to pre-requi- Information Technology program is surface that might sound a little bit star- sites or co-requisites that are necessary another program that will see changes tling, rest assured that these alterations for success. It’s all dependent on the in the future, but these changes are not are all for your benefit. need of that given program or course. due to an outside agency. The program “It is in the best interest of our students has been updated to accommodate new What sort of changes? to ensure that we continue to adapt coding requirements that will take effect It’s better to think of the alterations as and change as our needs grow, shift or soon, and by updating the courses stu- updates rather than changes. By updat- expand,” said Ciccheli. It is also best dents will be better prepared for a career ing the requirements for courses and to note that the curriculum has been in the field. Besides updating existing programs, the College is able to keep changing throughout the history of the courses, new courses will eventually be students’ education in sync with what College, and will continue to change in added to the schools curricular catalogue the job market needs. “Schoolcraft is order to benefit students. in the very near future. dedicated to providing a high quality What’s most important to note is that of curriculum,” said Cynthia Ciccheli, Not all courses are affected none of this is to damper a student’s aca- Director of the Office of Curriculum and While the curriculum is constantly demic journey. “As you can see through Assessment (OCA). “That could mean examined for improvements, actual our mission statement,” said Ciccheli. that the faculty has identified a course or changes are only made at specific “We seek to, ‘provide a transformational program that could be improved in some times. “Strong efforts are made to learning experience.’ In order to do so, way [by] perhaps providing more clarity align course or program requirement we too need to rise to our own need for of the expectations or aligning the out- changes within the students’ use of the transformation.” February 20, 2012 5 In our news

By Ramon Razo News Editor World news The Mona Lisa has been a source of mystery and wonder for the past 500 years. Now, with new findings, intrigue into the world’s most famous paint- ing grows. For years, the Prado Museum in Madrid has housed a copy of Leonardo Da Vinci’s famous painting. In the copy, La Giocando (the “woman” in the painting) has more promi- nent eyebrows as well as a nar- rower face and a red outfit. But through the utilization of infrared technology and other high-tech means, scientists have discovered that what was once thought to be a mere copy by an unknown artist might actu- ally have been painted by one of Da Vinci’s pupils, while Da Vinci was painting the original. Questions still remain as to who this pupil was. In other Mona Lisa news; Photo by Rena Laverty Italian researchers believe that the model for Mona Lisa was, in Michigan tuition fact, a man – one of Da Vinci’s pupils, and possibly his lover. Robert Langdon was unavailable Obama visits University of Michigan for comment. By Ramon Razo News Editor What about Michigan? Isolating the cause National news Friday, Jan. 27 was an exciting day It’s nothing new to find out that The main contributing factor to the Everyone loves Morgan for University of Michigan students. college tuition carries a hefty cost, but increased tuition Michigan students have Freeman. He is a fantastic actor, President Barack Obama paid the Michigan students might be shelling is due in part to a decade long trimming he’s the world’s narrator, he school a visit, focusing on the rising cost out more than they initially thought. back of state funding to the states 15 public always seems to have such a of higher education students all across According to an analysis conducted by universities. Back in the ‘70s, Michigan pleasant demeanor about him the country are experiencing. “Your Bridge Magazine, Michigan students would cover about one-third of a univer- and he’s played God. Well, it president and your first lady were in actually pay more for college tuition sity’s cost. Today, this isn’t the case. Since turns out that Freeman has been your shoes not long ago,” said the presi- than students from other states. The the state isn’t funding these schools, the having a 10-year ongoing rela- dent, “We didn’t come from wealthy study found that a 4-year in-state grad- financial weight falls on the students in tionship with 27-year-old E’Dena families.” The president said that he uate from a school such as University of what is referred to as “college user tax.” Hines who is, in fact, his grand- would not be where he was today if it Michigan will have spent $33,860 more On top of all of this, Michigan funds col- daughter. was not for all the grants and scholar- than a graduate from a peer university leges at a lower rate than most other states Now, before you lose your ships that were available to him. such as University of North Carolina. do. Michigan’s funds are prioritized in mind and your lunch, techni- In an attempt to stem the tide of what For example, four-year tuition at the other areas, and the schools end up lower cally, Hines is Freeman’s step- seems to be ever escalating college University of Michigan Ann Arbor had on the financial food chain. Additionally, granddaughter. So they are not tuitions, Obama’s administration plans a net cost per year of $16,888 from ‘08- the top universities in the state saw a 20 actually blood related, but it to drastically overhaul college aid pro- ’09. Peer colleges in other states cost percent cut in state support last year alone. really does nothing to diminish grams through Federal Perkins loans, $12,738. That makes it the 6th most the creep factor. After Freeman’s work-study jobs and supplementary expensive among 73 peer universi- What needs to be done wife found out about the rela- grants. There are also plans of reward- ties, which include Arizona State and In order for Michigan to get back on tionship (which started back ing certain states with federal funds Virginia Tech. According to University its academic feet, the state would have to when Hines was 17), she filed for if they can keep college cost down of Michigan Executive Vice President of increase higher-education funding by a a divorce. After everything is through the president’s “Race to the Academic Affairs Phil Hanlon, the past staggering 56 percent. It would also require settled, Hines and Freeman plan Top” program. decade has seen upwards of $170 million higher tax prioritizing. on getting married. Woody Allen “Let me put colleges and universi- lost, with adjustments to inflation. But where does Schoolcraft College would be proud. ties on notice,” said President Obama According to the Consumer Price stand in regards to student loans, student during his recent State of the Union Index, Michigan college tuition has debt and the cost of tuition? Be sure to A college in Chicago is now address. “If you can’t stop tuition from doubled in the past decade, due in part check back regularly in future issues of the offering a class based around the going up, the funding from tax payers to major budget cuts towards education. Schoolcraft Connection to find out more. Occupy movement. The instruc- will go down.” tor, Jeff Edwards, says he was motivated to create the course after seeing Occupy protestors ment rate is still high. Cain first. “After the character congregating outside his office. “I Former accused Obama of misrepre- assassination that happened study social movements, and this senting the unemployment to me, many people thought was something unfolding right rate by not counting people I would shut up and go away in front of us,” Edwards told the Candidates who have dropped out of the – ain’t gonna happen,” said continued from PAGE 1 Chicago Sun-Times. workforce and the underem- Cain. He continued to push For the record, students are ployed, adding that if those his “999” plan, which involves not required to join the move- said, “[We] must outsmart lib- people were counted the real a 9 percent business transac- ment (even though Edwards erals and stupid people. We unemployment rate would tion tax, a 9 percent personal says two of his students cur- outnumber the stupid people.” be 15 percent. Although it is income tax and a 9 percent rently are members of the move- Cain challenged the audi- common to only count the federal sales tax. Cain called ment). Class assignments involve ence to “stay informed, stay people currently receiving on attendees to “make it yours” reading the Occupy Gazette, the involved and stay inspired.” unemployment as unem- and “take it to your represen- movement’s periodical, as well as Cain criticized President ployed. tative or senatorial candidate.” different types of analysis on the Obama for trying to get Herman Cain described his He then told the crowd to send movement. One can only hope reelected while gross national reasons for dropping out of the a message to Washington: “We such a class eventually makes it product (GDP) growth is at 1.7 presidential race as gutter pol- the people are coming and we to our dear Schoolcraft… percent and the unemploy- itics and a desire to put family want our power back.” E ditorials

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise ditorials thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peacably E to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Spread Awareness - The First Amendment to the Constitution It's (literally) the least you can do

money for an organization when you can get such as the rarely-seen brownish-green ribbon that same boost of self-satisfaction with none with speckles of beige to spread awareness for of the hassle? It’s as easy as putting on a shirt or ingrown toenails. If someone sees you wearing making a Facebook post. Sure, it doesn’t do any- said ribbon, one of two things can occur: either Save the thing or help anybody but, gosh-darn it, it feels they know what it means (in which case they are good. already aware of the cause and no awareness has Ocelots! “But spreading awareness does help people!” been spread) or they don’t know and will never Oh, you. Someone’s been watching too much know because a ribbon alone explains nothing. television. Yes, of course there are ways raising “But I could explain it to them!” I hear you cry, awareness can genuinely help, if you really take voice steeped in desperation. Firstly, explain- your time to disseminate helpful information ing the meaning behind your proudly-attached whilst aiding the cause you support in other accessory to each and every person that passed various ways. But who has time for such antics? by would require work and, if you wanted to do It’s much easier to pin on a button that says actual work, you wouldn’t be wearing a ribbon “Save the rainforest,” in essence throwing a in the first place. Secondly, when’s the last time penny into the wishing well and hoping things you walked up to someone on the street and work out, all while basking in the glow of your asked them, “Excuse me, what does that unique own imaginary helpfulness. item on your shirt signify?” It’s a fairly rare By Jonathan King Let’s take one of the most ubiquitous examples occurrence in civilized society and for good Editor in Chief of the last few decades: the pink ribbon (as worn reason. How would you react if someone ran- [email protected] by the drummer of Coldplay at the Ceremonial domly came up to you and began querying about Deadening of Music’s Soul … I mean, the your bodily accessories? The correct response in It’s tough to feel like a good person in this day Grammys). We’ve all seen it. We all know what that situation, to quote comedian Dana Gould, and age. So many problems plague the world, it means. So why do we still wear them? Surely is, “I’m not going to tell you, pie-eyed lunatic in both faraway and in our own backyard. While everyone’s aware of the problem of breast cancer the street.” you’re sitting there in your Lay-Z-Boy ultra- by now. (Incidentally, according to the National But don’t let it get you down that you’re not plush recliner, sipping your $6 latte, you’re Cancer Institute, lung cancer kills more women making a difference in any meaningful way. surrounded by a world brimming with disease, than breast cancer and has a significantly lower Besides, what else could you actually do? Feed poverty, injustice and starvation. Consequently, overall survival rate … strange you don’t see the whole of Africa? Cure every disease? Unless it’s almost impossible not to see yourself as a more lung cancer ribbons. But I digress.) No, we you’re a magical combination of Alexander greedy, over-privileged, uncaring, egotistical, wear them because it screams “Hey everyone, Fleming, Bono and the Pope, you don’t stand a unhelpful carbuncle on the backside of society. there’s a problem in the world and I think that’s chance of scratching the dusky surface of human You want to do something, of course, but chari- rubbish. And because I think that’s rubbish, I’m suffering. So why try? Changing the world is table donations can be costly and volunteering a better person than you.” hard; rationalization is easy. takes time and effort. What’s a well-meaning “But some people might not know about those So spend $1.50 on a ribbon or a button and person to do? problems!” You’re just a little basket of fire- walk around town with your head held high, Of course! Spread awareness! crackers, aren’t you? Fine. Let’s say for the sake spreading awareness wherever you go. Or, just Yes, spreading awareness is the perfect exer- of argument that you want to spread aware- stay home and play with yourself – the end cise for the do-gooder that can’t really be both- ness about a malady that’s less well-known result is pretty much the same. ered. Why write to your congressperson or raise by wearing some less-familiar paraphernalia

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I am an adult. (It’s hard to believe, I One of the most difficult and painful This past weekend, I was cursed with the most know.) Being as such, I tend to use a rather incidences that can happen in a human’s horrifying, most terrible disease a writer could capacious vocabulary. Some of my favorites life is breaking up with a significant other. ever catch: writer’s block. are “cornucopia” and “floccinaucinihili- I completely understand how hard it is I despise writer’s block. Who doesn’t though? pilification.” (It is absolutely a real word, letting “true love” go or the “right, but not Anyone who has slaved over a term paper for their true believers.) Some other words are a tad right now” one walk away and out of your final grade or stared at the computer screen for more obscene and vivacious. The utiliza- life. Unfortunately, there is no magical pill hours on end, a blank Word document glaring at tion of such words has a certain stigma or procedure that will help you escape the you, knows the pain I felt this weekend when I associated with them, stigmas of imbecil- ache and sorrow that entails a break up. tried desperately to pen my editorial. ity and crudeness. To those stigma’s I have However, I do have some surefire ways to It wasn’t that I didn’t have ideas; I did. The one thing to say; they’re dumb. aid in your time of need, fair readers, and problem was developing the ideas into something With concerns to variegated language, they may help those of you struggling for that was actually readable. And as I slaved over intentions make a world of difference. My life after “the one that got away.” this column, it hit me: I am not alone. One in five cohorts and I enjoy nothing more than After the object of your affection calls it people suffers from writer’s block on a daily basis stuffing ourselves into a cramped base- quits, always call them after they specifi- … okay, I totally just made that up but seriously, I ment, stocking up on chocolate milk and cally ask you to go away. They may say, “I know people have this problem. Cheetos then trash-talking as we beat badly need space,” but what they are really So I have some tips for you: each other senseless in a barrage of dif- saying is, “I need to be closer to you.” Text ferent video games. But we’re all friends. them repeatedly until they answer and give 1) Just write. If you’re having trouble com- Whenever I refer to my ethnic comrades in them a little jingle if the texts go unan- ing up with a substantial idea (maybe for some sort of politically incorrect term, it swered for five minutes. It is crucial that a story or even that pesky graded paper) simply bounces off of them. That’s the true you remind the ex boyfriend/girlfriend just stop thinking. Write whatever comes mark of a good male friendship – being everyday that you are still there waiting for to mind. The first idea that pops up, even able to ridicule your best buddy while both them to change their mind. if it’s terrible, write it. As you go on, there’s of you know internally that neither of you The best approach to moving on and always the possibility that your mind will harbor any feelings of malicious intent. healing is to be reminded of the piercing lead the writing in a direction you never That’s completely different than a break up or the “beautiful” connection even thought of. And, even if it sucks and you need to scrap for something new, at couple, in the heat of a squabble, berating shared with that special someone. It helps least you gave it the effort and now you each other’s mothers for being “just like the mind recall every tiny detail of the know what you’re not looking for. them.” Using insults to belittle someone or whole relationship down to the clothes you to make you feel mightier is the wrong way were wearing when meeting that sweet- 2) Brainstorm. Sometimes, just writing out to go about things. It can feel edifying to heart for the first time. It keeps the agoniz- ideas doesn’t help and you end up more utilize your words to break away at some- ing memories fresh and open like sharp, frustrated than when you started. That’s one’s spirits but you end up just breeding throbbing wounds. Constantly talk about the best time to just put the pencil down resentment and you’re no better off for and dissect every bit and piece wonder- and rely on the best muscle in your body: doing so. ing how he/she was to friends and close the brain. I don’t condone day-dreaming When used as part of a well-balanced family, for it feels so exhilarating, similar during class but I’ve come up with some of phraseology breakfast, colorful lan- to pouring salt into the raw wound. my best ideas just staring out the window guage can be used to accentuate a point. Most importantly, no matter how much on a car trip with nothing but music in Chastising your co-worker for being a your “ex” begs you to leave them alone, my ears. There are plenty of ways to brain- “doodie-head,” “bum blanker,” or “a dag- show up out of the blue uninvited. If Adele storm: list notes or make a quick outline. nabbin’, pooh loving son of a motherless can sing about it, then we, her fans and They don’t require much thinking except goat” just doesn’t hold the same ponderosity. casual listeners, can practice this sugges- about the basics. Concurrently, it’s a bad idea to let tion. The love of your life may tell you that 3) When you’ve reached the point where every other word that comes out of your they never want contact with you again and you’re pulling out hair and screaming at mouth be a vulgarity. If you punctuate to stay away from their family. This actu- the top of your lungs, just stop. Take a deep everything with the F-word, it makes you ally means you should wait until they are breath and walk away. You’ve been staring sound doltish, comparable to thrusting sound asleep and casually stroll into their at that computer screen or down at that an unneeded “uh” or “ya know” into your bedroom at random hours of the evening paper long enough. Stop thinking about phrasing. However, punctuate things with and surprise them with a good morning it for a while. Play mindless games online the B-word. That always makes things kiss. They will love the spontaneity of this or call up a friend for some much needed sound capricious. gesture, almost like being at the zoo when downtime. There’s no reason to be stress- Something that needs to be brought to a wild man-eating lion escapes from its ing over writer’s block. attention is the practice of any degree of cage. They were always complaining about vulgarity in a words-only environment. the lack of excitement in the relationship, 4) And finally, don’t wait until last minute. Using course language on platforms such so this kind of gesture is exactly what they You might think, “What does this have to as social networking and text messages are looking for. do with writer’s block, this is just laziness!” is a course of action best employed with It is a very sad and disheartening thing And you’re right, to a degree. If you wait severe discretion. Without the application to be rejected by the one that you care until the very last night before that paper of facial articulation and vocal timbre, about the most in this world. However, do is due, stress will take over. And stress is elements such as sarcasm and irony can not take it so personally, for there are so like writer’s block’s best friend in the entire dissipate. many fish swimming out there in the deep world. When all you’re thinking about is Don’t be afraid to use your words. We blue sea. Remember putting all your eggs your deadline and failing, there’s no room have a marvelous and expansive language in one basket is not a very wise decision in the noggin for creativity to flow. Give yourself the widest window of opportunity with a plethora of astounding ways to and that clinging to a lost cause will only possible to take in all accounts. express feelings and contemplations. Be hurt you in the end ... and possibly lead to versatile and sagacious in your wordings, a restraining order. No one is saying it is If you have ever suffered from this disease, I feel my fellow English speakers. At the same easy getting over a love gone sour but try you. I’ve been there on more than one occasion time, be sure not to solely rely on all the to think of it more as letting them go. After and I get it. Hopefully, my tips are just the pre- bad words to convey what you’re thinking all, “if you love someone, set them free.” scription for you! because that will make you simply come And if they don’t and all else fails? across as a dumbass. Don’t major in English. 8 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012 Ocelot Opinions

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Time to wake up! Schoolcraft tackles important issues Global Wake Up Call with Global Wake Up Call What: An event in which students can discuss and evaluate issues in the world By Montgomery Jones Staff Writer Where: DiPonio room in the VisTaTech building Wake up, Schoolcraft! Learn how you can technology have occurred in the last When: March 19 10 a.m.-12 p.m. be a part of a change happening worldwide by five years, and our perceptions of attending the Global Wake Up Call. In the past, education and employment have not More info: Contact Dr. Deborah Daiek as this event has taught us how to deal with cul- caught up with them. Employers are [email protected] or Prof. Sandy Roney- tural diversity in a globalized world. This year looking at different global options Hays at [email protected] the main focus will be looking at ethical obliga- for employment today. Many are tions, value conflicts and challenges for living, training their employees differently.” working and learning in a world where compe- Students and teachers alike are technology, we do not want to miss opportuni- tition and challenges involve us all in a global preparing for this event since last year’s was ties in the new realities surrounding us. It is environment in ways we have not been before. such a success with more than 400 people in truly time for a ‘Global Wake Up Call!’ We must Global Wake Up Call will be moderated by attendance. The Schoolcraft International adapt to change! We will be refocusing as we Dr. Mark Huston, a philosophy professor at the Institute is primarily a faculty group and is co- discuss new ways to think about ourselves and College. It will be located in the DiPonio Room chaired by Professor Roney-Hays and Professor to approach education and employment. We in the VisTaTech Center on March 19 from 10 Anna Maheshwari. There will be 40 tables will also look at opportunities for participat- a.m. to 12 p.m. People who attend will be chal- discussing issues of the increasingly global- ing in social and cultural movements that are lenged in critical thinking skills with videos, ized world. Last year, many student associa- pressing for actions needed to keep us in the exercises and insightful questions. You will see tions attended to discuss topics such as what it forefront of change.” how other tables “vote” on the issues as each means to be a world citizen. The Global Roundtables are hosted by exercise is completed. “I think it would be good to go, because the the Schoolcraft International Institute and Professor Sandra Roney-Hays, who helps host world is changing. And it is great that they are GlobalEYZers, Learning Support Services and this event said, “Much of the focus last year was offering this. If there is a way you can have a the Schoolcraft College Foundation. Anyone can on basic thinking about ethical decisions. This rule book to channel the system, so to speak, attend the discussion. For more information year’s program will involve critical thinking that is great,” said student Chanty Witkowski. about this event, please contact Dr. Deborah skills applied to a changing global marketplace “Because the global culture is changing so Daiek at [email protected] or Sandy in education and employment. Many of the sig- quickly, due to constantly-evolving ways of Roney-Hays at [email protected]. nificant changes in hyper-connectivity through communicating and accessing information and

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Shedding light Students at Schoolcraft College and a lecture about meditation and know that life can be pretty stress- stress relief, topped off with an open ful. We live in a world filled with long question and answer session. on Schoolcraft's lines, busy traffic and endless other So what exactly is meditation? While stress-inducing situations. On top of there is no solid definition of the word, that, students have the demands of meditating is generally considered the Native American Club college placed on their shoulders, often act of spending time clearing one’s mind forcing them to perform a balancing and focusing on oneself. It can be done By Tierney Smith & By Kim Poma Staff Writer Campus Life Editor act between school, work, family and quietly or with some soft music playing, other obligations. Is there anything and can last anywhere from a few that students can do to help make life minutes to half an hour or more. The Five years ago, Schoolcraft The members come together to learn a little less stressful? goal is to achieve a state of mindfulness, was graced with the presence of from one another as well as differ- Thankfully, the staff of the free from worry or stress. People spend Anthropology professor Karen ent speakers and elders. Members Continuing Education and their whole lives constantly thinking, Schaumann, an avid believer that also plan events and raise money for Professional Development (CEPD) worrying or trying to solve their prob- people with a Native American back- further events or snacks. Schaumann center recognizes this. For several lems, and meditation is a way to give ground – and anyone who wanted summarized the experience, saying, semesters now, they have been offer- our minds a rest. It’s not about relaxing to – had every right to learn about “We hang out, do an agenda, plan ing a class called “Present Moment our resolve towards accomplishing our the culture. So she reestablished events, visit and learn about differ- Meditation.” Schoolcraft felt that goals, but merely giving us serenity the Native American Cultural Club ent Native cultures. And, if we raise offering such a class would be a good when going about our daily lives. (NACC) and in these five past years, enough money, we eat!” idea, as times have only become more Meditating regularly also has a the club has grown with a number of The NACC has offered a wide stressful in recent years. “In this number of health benefits. According different events hosted and an even variety of events these past five years. current time of stress, we felt that to Psychology Today, meditation has greater number of students joining. One such event that the club always we needed to offer the community a been scientifically proven to decrease This club is for any and all, students participates in is the Multicultural resource to relieve stress and tension,” anxiety and depression, while increas- and staff alike, and even people in and fair, which is March 29. Anyone can said Michele Bialo, the program ing general feelings of happiness. around the community. This excit- sign up to volunteer to run an infor- manager for the CEPD. The class is Dramatic effects can be brought about ing club is free for those who want to mation booth or bring in Native taught by Kathy Bindu Henning, who from as little as a 10-minute session. become a member and engross them- American items to show off. The fair has been practicing meditation for In addition, studies have shown selves in Native American culture. is located in the DiPonio room in the over 30 years and spent six years living that meditation can help fight heart The NACC isn’t run like most VisTaTech Center. full-time in meditation centers around disease. It can ease pain and improve of Schoolcraft’s clubs. “We have a However, the NACC’s most trea- the globe. The class aims to teach how the body’s immune system, which council form, which is more tradition- sured and prided event is the Earth to achieve a peaceful state of mind helps fight against other diseases ally Native American. Many students Day Sing event. During this ceremony, and maintain that throughout the as well. Students can sign up for the contribute and take leadership of members and anyone else who wishes daily grind. Each class thus far has had class just like any other class at the different projects,” said Schaumann. can sit around in a circle and sing tra- about 20 students. “Repeat students CEPD by going to the Admissions and Anyone is welcomed at meetings and ditional Native American songs. This are welcome,” said Bialo. Each session Enrollment center, by mailing in regis- highly encouraged to participate. event is usually attended by the chil- consists of two periods of meditation tration or by registering online. The club is a social environment for dren from the Children’s Center on anyone interested in joining the group campus, bringing an addition of cheer and doing more in their spare time. that can warm the coldest heart. It is Meditation Classes held on Thursday, April 19 When: March 19, 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Native American Cultural Club from 10-11 a.m. There will be a rehearsal on April Cost: $59 Meetings: Tuesday, Feb. 21, March 20 17 for those who want to and April 17, 4-5:30 p.m. sing or play drums. More info: Visit the continuing education center Where: LA 521 or log onto livinginthepresentmoment.com Are you down Election night party to offer glimpse with the GOP? of history as it happens By Pete Bublitz ties and concessions along the way. Comparing Staff Writer the viewing party to prior group events, “It will go On March 6, the Schoolcraft College Republicans better because it is a Presidential election,” said group will occupy the lower level of the VisTaTech Benjamin. Having been around for three years, he Center for a viewing party that, according to added, the College Republicans have thrown con- Co-Chairman Mark Benjamin, will be the first of gressional or gubernatorial election parties. its kind in the history of the group. That date is Because of the race’s significance in the 2012 Super Tuesday 2012, when nationwide votes will political outlook, Benjamin mentioned that par- determine the primary United States Presidential tygoers will get to partake in activities that echo candidate for the Republicans. Due to the sig- what happens at the polls. “We’re going to do mini nificance surrounding the Republican race, straw polls and hopefully educate students [on the the College Republicans are keen to treat their campaigns].” Pizza and refreshments will also be members, supporters and other interested guests provided. Benjamin was blunt about the group’s to the Super Tuesday Election Night Party begin- dedication to that night’s importance. When asked ning at 7:30 p.m. about the event’s length, he responded, “Until This event will offer attendees a glimpse of Super Tuesday’s done.” history while it happens and offer affiliate activi- 12 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012 Secrets of the Quill Courtesy of the Writing Fellows Not too short, not too long fragments immediately, as they are incomplete thoughts and will Q: My professor tells me I am having a problem with run-on sen- not mean anything. It is best to do this with a partner because we tences. What is a run-on sentence and how can I fix it? often use improper grammar in speech. We may trick ourselves A: A run-on sentence is a sentence containing too much informa- into accepting an error someone else might catch. Remember, every tion, or one too many independent clauses. Run-on sentences often sentence needs at least one independent clause, and all dependent occur when a writer has quite a lot to say on a subject. However, when clauses need to be attached to an independent one. you work too fast, you can spill out all of your information without The difference between independent clauses and dependent properly punctuating. Thankfully, it is rather easy to take care of your clauses can seem confusing. A dependent clause, however, run-on sentences by following a few organizational strategies. cannot stand alone as a sentence. For instance, the clause, The simplest strategy is to read your essay aloud, either to your- “When the Giants won the Super Bowl,” contains both a self or another person. If you happen upon a sentence where you subject, ‘Giants’, and a verb, ‘won’. Yet, it is not indepen- cannot speak without having to pause for breath, it is probably too dent. You can fix this by simply adding an independent long. If you pay attention to where you had to stop to breathe, you clause, such as “I was excited” or “I was disappointed.” will find that it is usually the best place to punctuate your sentence. Another way to fix the clause is by removing the word Be careful, however, because each sentence must still be a complete ‘when,’ thereby making the clause independent; thus, sentence. Make sure you do not leave a dependent clause alone, or a complete sentence. turn the sentence into a comma splice. A comma splice is using a Organizing your ideas is comma [,] to join two or more independent clauses. key to writing a clear and Outlining is another tool you can use to avoid run-on sentences. concise essay. Remember Outlines are very useful because they break up ideas in a manner that if a sentence that easily translates into writing sentences and paragraphs. Each sounds wrong to you, idea or bullet point becomes its own sentence, and your paper practi- it will probably sound cally writes itself. Make sure to use proper transitional phrases and wrong to someone parallelism in order to avoid a choppy-sounding essay. else, like your profes- Q: I have the opposite problem—I have an issue with sentence sor. If you feel like you Do you have any fragments. What can I do to avoid them? need another set of eyes, English queries of your A: Fortunately, the same strategies for dealing with run-on sen- or even ears, to review own? If so, you can send tences also apply to correcting sentence fragments. Sentence frag- your essay, feel free to visit the questions to fellows@school- ments can also occur when a writer is working too fast, or when he Writing Fellows in the LAC. craft.edu. We’ll be glad to or she is distracted while writing. Slowing down and organizing your We are here to help! help you work through your thoughts will greatly improve your ability to avoid these errors. writing troubles. As with run-on sentences, read your paper aloud. You will notice

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Expert seafood chef lands at Schoolcraft By Kim Poma Atlantic Canada's Culinary Ambassador Alain Bossé instructs Culinary students on Campus Life Editor the proper techniques of cooking fresh lobster. On Valentine’s Day, Schoolcraft was given and his team have visited many other colleges Detroit Public Television will be airing a the best gift of all: lobster. And free of charge. during their visit to the United States, spend- special called “Off The Beaten Palate” which How’s that for a fun date night? The culinary ing time at each one showing off his skills and will be a seafood and culinary tour through department was given the special treat of having enlightening eager students. This was the chef’s New Brunswick, Canada. Viewers will get Alain Bossé, better known as “The Kilted Chef,” first visit to Schoolcraft and he had nothing but five special recipes from three very talented come and teach the basics of lobster cooking praise for the school, stating that this was “one chefs. The special is sponsored by the New while introducing new ways to cook the meal. of the nicest culinary schools” he’d been to. Brunswick, Canada, Dept. of Fisheries, The Bossé hails from Canada, and holds the title Sad that you missed out on such a rare Lobster Lovers Academy and the St. Andrews of Atlantic Canada’s Culinary Ambassador. He opportunity? Don’t fret! On March 15, Seafood Festival. Club Events

Campus Crusade Photography Club every Monday at 4 p.m. in the Lower Waterman of the VisTaTech Center. Are you interested in learning more Photography Club provides a wel- about your faith and want to grow coming environment for graphically Student Activities Board spiritually? Then join the Campus inclined hobbyists, graphic design- Crusade during their meetings every ers, and students majoring in artistic Want to get involved on campus? Tuesday at 11 a.m. and Wednesday at fields. For the month of February, Then come and see how with the 12 p.m. in the Lower Waterman. the club will be accepting entries for Student Activities Board. General a Photography Show running from meetings are Thursdays at 4 p.m. in Eccentric Movie Club March 12-23. To enter, go online to the Lower Waterman of the VisTaTech Center. The SAB provides students with Join SC’s Eccentric Movie Club tiny.cc/scphoto. a variety of programs and activities Compiled by Kim Poma, Campus Life Editor for some of the most odd, puz- that are educational, service-oriented, zling and just plain crazy movies Phi Theta Kappa Honor have entertainment value and provide a Billiard and Table Tennis Club produced by some of the most Society social environment where students can respected writers on TV. Each Do you like to shoot pool or play The PTK meetings will be meet a diverse group of new people. table tennis? Then this club is for session is Tuesdays and Thursdays on Mondays from 12-1 p.m. and you! Bring a friend and come join from 12-6 p.m. Schedules of Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. SAB Black Light Dance Party us as we just hang out and play. movies can be provided upon On February 24, come party in the Be sure to keep an eye out for request. Movies are watched PTK/ Biggby Coffee Lower Waterman with the Student information about our upcoming in the Lower Waterman of the Fundraiser Activities Board! Doors open at 7 p.m. tournaments. Want more informa- VisTaTech Center. Help raise money for Phi Theta Admission is $5 and the event is open to tion? Then stop by the Student Kappa by purchasing our specialty the public. Activities Office or give us a call Gay/Straight Alliance mug. It includes several coupons, SAB Coffee House/Poetry Slam at 734-462-4422. The Gay/Straight Alliance is a including one for a free beverage. social connection for equality- This event starts at 5:30 on March 22 Christian Challenge The mugs are available for sale now minded individuals who want to in the Student Activities Office in the Lower Waterman. There will be Do you want to enrich the quality create a safe environment to help for $8. They are refillable at the a $2 entry fee and the public is welcome of your overall college experience change, support, and educate our new Biggby location in Livonia to attend. ethically, morally, and spiritually world one step at a time. Meetings at the intersection of 7 Mile and by challenging yourself to explore are held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Farmington Roads for $1.25. For Table Top Club God’s word? Then come to our more information, please contact Come and join the Table Top Club meetings every Tuesday at 11 a.m. Otaku Anime Japanese the Student Activities Office at every Monday from 4 to 10 p.m. and Wednesday at 12 p.m. in the Animation Club 734-462-4422. or Thursday from noon to 10 p.m. Lower Waterman. The Otaku Anime Japanese The Table Top Club is Schoolcraft Pizza Kit Fundraiser Pick Up College’s premier location for game Beats and Music Faction Animation Club provides an oppor- tunity for viewing and discussion Phi Theta Kappa Pizza Kits will players alike. Play a variety of card Want to make progress in your of Japanese Animation. Their next be delivered on Tuesday, February games ranging from Dungeon personal musical talent? Then meetings are scheduled for March 10 21 and can be picked up on that and Dragons, Solitaire and Cheat. stop by the Beats and Music and 24, and April 14 and 28. day anytime after 11 a.m. For more Students shall learn to develop per- Faction meetings! During these information, please the Student sonal friendships and leadership. meetings you’ll meet fellow music Math and Physics Club Activities Office at 734-762-4422. lovers, teach, and learn, as well as Come ask us math and physics giving and receiving constructive problems, meet new people who The Schoolcraft Connection criticism with those who share love math and improve your Want to further your skills in the passion of music. For more problem solving skills. Meetings writing, editing, photography and information on meetings, call the will be held every Friday at 10 a.m. design? Then join the award-winning Student Activities Office at 734- in the Biomedical Tech Center, Rm. Schoolcraft Connection, a student- 462-4422. 300. run newspaper! Staff meetings are 14 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012

The five principle overlapping phases for the overall rehearsal process, as outlined in “Acting is Alone in the spotlight Believing:” SC students take their shot at stardom By Alys Dolan Developing your character Arts & Entertainment Editor • Creating and refining the form This is the second in a three-part series detailing Schoolcraft College’s stage pro- • Making technical adjustments duction of “Romeo and Juliet.” Last time I entered these doors, nerves filled my body, and butterflies were fluttering • Polishing for performance through my stomach. This time I walk in with my head held high, for I have made the • Terms that will aid you at a final cut. I am in the cast. Unfortunately, now comes the hardest part of all: becoming the rehearsal and reading through character. I have already read the script twice, and have begun “creating my character.” the script: When I, the character, am on stage I must remember my training. “What would I do if I were this character in these circumstances? What do ‘I’ want?” These questions play • The content: What the lines say, over and over in my mind. Professor Hartman taught me the fundamentals of devel- including both text and subtext. oping the character from the text given by the play’s author, and now the time has • The form: The manner in which come to apply these teachings. I must remember the two basic questions to guide me the content is expressed, including through studying the script, “What, overall, does the character want?” and “What is vocabulary, grammar, pronuncia- he/she willing to do to get it?” And I must express the “super-objective,” or the spine tion and articulation. of this play. • Inner monologue: what your char- I must be aware of the entire scene as it unfolds around me, as well. I must remem- acter thinks when he isn’t speaking. ber, “Concentration is the key to success.” I must find the subtext of each line – not only mine but to those characters around me, and especially to those who specifically • The super-objective: Richard address me. What is my “motivating force?” I must decide what my inner monologue is Boleslavsky described the super- and decide what is going on around me, even when I am not speaking. What is my char- objective as the trunk of a great acter thinking as another is actor is speaking? tree. The trunk is “straight, propor- tioned, harmonious with the rest We have only a few weeks of rehearsal time to perfect our characters, and it never feels of the tree, supporting every part like enough time. How am I going to do this? I need to read the script again and again of it…” until it’s memorized. Only when I have all my lines down can I let go of the nervousness and focus on behaving as “me.” Cast bonding has also begun, and it makes everything easier. This is an important part Characterization: of a show. Once you know the people involved in the production it becomes easier to • Beware of clichés, the stereotyped trust the people around you for proper support as you all grow into the parts. mannerisms or properties that It is crucial that I remember to stay alert during each rehearsal and write metic- have been so frequently repeated ulous notes for any tips the director gives out, not only to me, but those around they would occur immediately to me. I may not think a tip or criticism is necessary to my performance, but even an unimaginative mind. perhaps it will be valuable in the journey ahead. • Be sure that the externalization It is very easy to slip into a feeling of being “comfortable” with my either results from or leads to a character, and simply reading through the lines, but that is not why specific need you can relate to your I was cast. I must remember to make my blocking and speech as character’s motivating force. natural as possible. I must pretend at each rehearsal that this character is new to the situations around them. There are only For further tips on rehearsals or a few weeks left to prepare for all eyes to watch the show, and auditions seek out the text “Acting me as I say the lines I have worked so diligently on. Here is Believing” by Charles McGaw, goes nothing. Kenneth Stilson and Larry Clark. To be continued…

Photo by Garret Darian-Toth The special guests brought in to discuss this important issue included (from left to right) Dr. Lydia Best, Theresa Tomeo, Pastor Christopher Brooks, Bankole Thompson, Laura Berman, Shelly Weisberg and Amy Bigman. After the bortion is one of the most The panelists included: Dr. This subject is, of course, a Acontroversial subjects in Lydia Best, Medical Director, hot-button issue and there were this country, if not the world. Covenant Community Care; times with the debate heated Debated five ways to Sunday, Theresa Tomeo, Author, Speaker up and voices were raised. But there will never be a solid and syndicated Talk Show Host; the panelists did not resort to debate agreement on this issue. All Pastor Christopher Brooks, name-calling or any petty child- we can do is sit back and pick Pastor of Evangel Ministries; ish antics. They debated this Schoolcraft hosts sides and discuss this idea Rabbi Amy Bigman, Speakers matter in a calm way, and occa- like mature adults. On Feb.14, Bureau, Religious Coalition for sionally received applause and mature debate Schoolcraft was given the Reproductive Choice; Ms. Laura cheers from the audience when opportunity to do just that. Berman, Columnist, the Detroit they said something especially A selected panel was brought News; and Ms. Shelli Weisberg, riveting. on the issue of to the campus, one side for Lobbyist, ACLU. The event The presentation room was Pro-Life and one side for Pro- was moderated by Mr. Bankole filled with approximately 120 abortion Choice. They debated their Thompson, Senior Editor of the- spectators who cared deeply By Kim Poma positions for an hour. Michigan Chronicle. about the issue. Campus Life Editor February 20, 2012 15 Alone in the spotlight SC students take their shot at stardom Looking for the right university? Marygrove College As a student at Marygrove College, you’ll get more than a degree when SCOPE OUT you graduate; you’ll get an education for life. Marygrove offers two and four year programs in more than 60 areas of concentration including Health Science, Business, Education, Forensic MADONNA Science and Social Work. Class sizes are small. The College’s student/  Explore more than 100 undergrad  Tour our beautiful campus teacher ratio is just 15:1, so you are assured a personalized approach and 32 graduate programs to learning. Our professors share experiences gained from attending  Bring your family and friends symposiums and giving lectures worldwide.  Meet our dedicated professors  Stay for lunch and learn about and talk with students admissions, scholarships and Transferring to Marygrove is easy, convenient and affordable.  Learn about student services career services Here are some highlights: SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 2012  9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Scholarship eligibility starts at 2.86 GPA • Non student loan financial assistance is available for those who MADONNA UNIVERSITY qualify 36600 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia  Kresge Hall • Scholarships available —including athletic and talent scholarships! • Additional financial aid, work-study programs, grants, loans and flexible payment options are plentiful.

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Come visit our campus at 19499 Victor Parkway, Livonia February 20, 2012 17 Hooray for Bollywood! Schoolcraft hosts cultural dance party By Ishpreet Kaur Staff Writer Bollywood Dance Party was organized by the Asian Student Association of Schoolcraft College as a contribution to the Coins to Change program, a noble initiative to benefit children orphaned by HIV/AIDS in Uganda. All the pro- ceeds from the event were donated to the Coins to Change program. Even with harsh weather conditions and lower than expected turnout, the program raised over $800! Guests were dressed in their finest Indian clothing to be part of the enjoy- able evening. A remarkable number of over 250 guests were attracted to an evening filled with popular Bollywood music and mouth-watering Indian delica- cies that were catered by Suvai, a South Indian restaurant from Ann Arbor. An amazing collection of Indian dresses and elegant jewelry were displayed by various vendors, which also included a psychic and a tarot card reader; they were quite popular among the younger generation as they were eager to learn about their future. This wonderful fun-filled event would not have been possible without the tremendous team work that was put in by the Asian Student Association and Student Activities. A special thanks goes to Todd Stowell and Elizabeth Machniak for their time and effort. But most impor- tantly, a huge shout out goes to Anna Maheshwari, faculty advisor of Asian Student Association who worked tire- lessly day and night, in efforts to making this a perfect evening for all as well as supporting a noble cause.

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18 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012 And the Academy Award goes to... he ageless ceremony that is the Academy Awards celebrates 84 years of honoring the highlights of the silver screen this February on ABC. The first ever ceremony was eagerly anticipated as 270 people attended the celebration on May 16, 1929, at a cost of $5 per guest. This event was televised at the THollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and was celebrating the winners that had been announced three months prior to the big night. The Academy quickly changed their format the fol- lowing year, by keeping the results a mystery until they were announced at the fateful award ceremony. The event has grown tremendously in size since its humble beginnings in 1929. Along with its growth, it has gained different genres, categories, performances and fashion styles, which have led to the show’s im- mense popularity and pop culture status. This year on February 26, the most glamorous and prestigious actors, filmmakers and performers will make their way into Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre to see who will take home the famous golden statue. The Connection staff has taken it upon themselves to predict the winners of this year’s Academy Awards.

By Alys Dolan Arts & Entertainment Editor

THE NOMINEES

BEST PICTURE: The Artist, The Descendants, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, The Help, Hugo, DAN: KIM: JON: ALYS : RAMON: IAN: Midnight in Paris, Moneyball, The For this years Oscar my focus is on For the Best Picture category, I’ve “The Artist” is undoubtedly the Best Movie: “The Help” or “Hugo.” I can’t necessarily comment in- “The Artist” should win for best Tree of Life, War Horse the nominees for best actor in a only seen “The Help,” and while it most original and deserving Best “The Help” was a wonderful movie, telligently, having only seen a picture, while I havn’t seen the supporting role. Although I think was good, I don’t think it’s Acad- Picture nominee in this year’s it was able to illustrate the horrible handful of nominees (a first for film, I hear that the dialogue is Nick Nolte’s role of Pady Conlon emy Award good. If anything, I cast of contenders. With a total events of segregation, but gave hope me when it comes to award sea- some of the most well written ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE: in the “Warrior” was extremely think “The Artist” will win be- of 10 Oscar nominations over- and understanding to those fighting son). I do, however, feel that a material to come out of Holly- well done by the veteran actor, my cause it’s an original idea and a all, it definitely seems to stand for the cause. I personally loved the plethora of great films got ig- wood in the past decade. Demián Demián Bichir, George Clooney, vote goes for Jonah Hill’s portrayal callback to the past. I haven’t seen a good chance, although there is movie. nored, including some films that Bichir should win for best ac- Jean Dujardin, Gary Oldman, Brad of Peter Brand in the film “Money- any of the performances this year, always the chance of an upset by Best Actor: Should actually be Leon- received rave critical acclaim. tor, compared to who else is up I ball”. Not only did I find Hill’s per- either, but I think that Michelle the tepid meanderings of “The ard DiCaprio, he was completely Films like “Drive” (which is only think that this should be a shoo- Pitt formance memorable but it also Williams is a fantastic actress and Help.” For Best Actor, Pitt and snubbed for his amazing work this nominated for sound … really? in, he definitely has the most fun shone a light on his ability as an I’m happy she’s being acknowl- Clooney are the obvious front- passed year, “J. Edgar,” was absolutely Sound?) “Super 8” (which is no- to pronounce name. Glenn Close actor and not just a comedian. edged by the academy. Gary Old- runners. Pitt will probably edge phenomenal. So my vote is actually where to be found) and “Captain should win best actress, her per- ACTRESS IN A LEADING man is an incredible actor and he out the win for his superb perfor- for dear Leo. America” (which doesn’t stand formance in the live-action “101 also deserves the nomination. I mance in “Moneyball,” however a Actress: As long as it is not Michelle a chance due to the fact that it Dalmatians” should have guar- ROLE: Glenn Close, Viola Davis, really don’t care about the Best surprise upset by Gary Oldman Williams, I will be happy, for she is a has the stigma of being a comic anteed her that award for at least Rooney Mara, Meryl Streep, Mi- Director so no prediction for that. would not be too bad either. And great girl but she was a horrid Marilyn book movie attached to it) were a decade. For director, I must dis- while “Hugo” is far from his best Monroe. She did not fill the gloves of all left behind in favor of undeni- agree with the Academy’s nomi- chelle Williams movie, Martin Scorsese deserves the iconic beauty by any means and ably great films. But regardless, nations to go with Tom Six, “The the Best Director nod, because, does not deserve any kind of award or it hurts when excellent films are Human Centipede” and its’ se- well, he’s Scorsese. (I mean come praise. ignored by the Academy. quel are masterpieces of contem- DIRECTOR: The Artist, The De- on … he made “Taxi Driver” for Directing: I’m going with Alexander porary cinema. goodness’ sake.) Payne on this one, for his work on scendants, Hugo, Midnight in Paris, “The Descendants.” He did a fantastic The Tree of Life job and deserves to take home the big prize. I can’t wait to see Mr. Crystal host the big event this Sunday, for this could be one of his last times. He has a timeless humor, with a very elegant and dignified air to him. Sorry Eddie Murphy … looks like you missed out this year, but we will not be missing you. February 20, 2012 19 And the Academy Award goes to... he ageless ceremony that is the Academy Awards celebrates 84 years of honoring the highlights of the silver screen this February on ABC. The first ever ceremony was eagerly anticipated as 270 people attended the celebration on May 16, 1929, at a cost of $5 per guest. This event was televised at the THollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and was celebrating the winners that had been announced three months prior to the big night. The Academy quickly changed their format the fol- lowing year, by keeping the results a mystery until they were announced at the fateful award ceremony. The event has grown tremendously in size since its humble beginnings in 1929. Along with its growth, it has gained different genres, categories, performances and fashion styles, which have led to the show’s im- mense popularity and pop culture status. This year on February 26, the most glamorous and prestigious actors, filmmakers and performers will make their way into Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre to see who will take home the famous golden statue. The Connection staff has taken it upon themselves to predict the winners of this year’s Academy Awards.

THE NOMINEES

BEST PICTURE: The Artist, The Descendants, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, The Help, Hugo, DAN: KIM: JON: ALYS : RAMON: IAN: Midnight in Paris, Moneyball, The For this years Oscar my focus is on For the Best Picture category, I’ve “The Artist” is undoubtedly the Best Movie: “The Help” or “Hugo.” I can’t necessarily comment in- “The Artist” should win for best Tree of Life, War Horse the nominees for best actor in a only seen “The Help,” and while it most original and deserving Best “The Help” was a wonderful movie, telligently, having only seen a picture, while I havn’t seen the supporting role. Although I think was good, I don’t think it’s Acad- Picture nominee in this year’s it was able to illustrate the horrible handful of nominees (a first for film, I hear that the dialogue is Nick Nolte’s role of Pady Conlon emy Award good. If anything, I cast of contenders. With a total events of segregation, but gave hope me when it comes to award sea- some of the most well written ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE: in the “Warrior” was extremely think “The Artist” will win be- of 10 Oscar nominations over- and understanding to those fighting son). I do, however, feel that a material to come out of Holly- well done by the veteran actor, my cause it’s an original idea and a all, it definitely seems to stand for the cause. I personally loved the plethora of great films got ig- wood in the past decade. Demián Demián Bichir, George Clooney, vote goes for Jonah Hill’s portrayal callback to the past. I haven’t seen a good chance, although there is movie. nored, including some films that Bichir should win for best ac- Jean Dujardin, Gary Oldman, Brad of Peter Brand in the film “Money- any of the performances this year, always the chance of an upset by Best Actor: Should actually be Leon- received rave critical acclaim. tor, compared to who else is up I ball”. Not only did I find Hill’s per- either, but I think that Michelle the tepid meanderings of “The ard DiCaprio, he was completely Films like “Drive” (which is only think that this should be a shoo- Pitt formance memorable but it also Williams is a fantastic actress and Help.” For Best Actor, Pitt and snubbed for his amazing work this nominated for sound … really? in, he definitely has the most fun shone a light on his ability as an I’m happy she’s being acknowl- Clooney are the obvious front- passed year, “J. Edgar,” was absolutely Sound?) “Super 8” (which is no- to pronounce name. Glenn Close actor and not just a comedian. edged by the academy. Gary Old- runners. Pitt will probably edge phenomenal. So my vote is actually where to be found) and “Captain should win best actress, her per- ACTRESS IN A LEADING man is an incredible actor and he out the win for his superb perfor- for dear Leo. America” (which doesn’t stand formance in the live-action “101 also deserves the nomination. I mance in “Moneyball,” however a Actress: As long as it is not Michelle a chance due to the fact that it Dalmatians” should have guar- ROLE: Glenn Close, Viola Davis, really don’t care about the Best surprise upset by Gary Oldman Williams, I will be happy, for she is a has the stigma of being a comic anteed her that award for at least Rooney Mara, Meryl Streep, Mi- Director so no prediction for that. would not be too bad either. And great girl but she was a horrid Marilyn book movie attached to it) were a decade. For director, I must dis- while “Hugo” is far from his best Monroe. She did not fill the gloves of all left behind in favor of undeni- agree with the Academy’s nomi- chelle Williams movie, Martin Scorsese deserves the iconic beauty by any means and ably great films. But regardless, nations to go with Tom Six, “The the Best Director nod, because, does not deserve any kind of award or it hurts when excellent films are Human Centipede” and its’ se- well, he’s Scorsese. (I mean come praise. ignored by the Academy. quel are masterpieces of contem- DIRECTOR: The Artist, The De- on … he made “Taxi Driver” for Directing: I’m going with Alexander porary cinema. goodness’ sake.) Payne on this one, for his work on scendants, Hugo, Midnight in Paris, “The Descendants.” He did a fantastic The Tree of Life job and deserves to take home the big prize. I can’t wait to see Mr. Crystal host the big event this Sunday, for this could be one of his last times. He has a timeless humor, with a very elegant and dignified air to him. Sorry Eddie Murphy … looks like you missed out this year, but we will not be missing you. Just jump already!

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"Man on a Ledge" is a failure on a screen By Chad Perkins interested or connected in the film or and are never well-utilized during the Staff Writer its characters. Instead, it tries to cram course of the plot. They just blend into Do you like action? Movies that thrill the most important details into a short the background and are easily forgot- you? What about edge-of-your-seat frame of time. This leaves the film ten. The audience feels no connection drama? How about a lot of epic ledge- looking like the clumsily-arranged scraps to the story or the people on the screen standing? Well, “Man on a Ledge” of a potentially decent action movie. – it is almost like watching a band of boasted all of these aspects, but unfor- “Man on a Ledge” has an interest- puppets performing the motions of a tunately delivers none of the above. At ing storyline, on paper. However, its thriller. Perhaps the Muppets could the end of the day, it’s just a dull heist execution is a failure, dropping all the have done a better job with character flick that only robs you of your time intriguing concepts off the titular ledge, development than the actors in “Man and money. resulting in little more than a messy on a Ledge.” Somewhere in New York City, Nick splatter on the concrete below. Fans of In comparison to other action thrill- Cassidy (Sam Worthington) checks ledge-standing should also take note ers such as “Phone Booth” or “Buried,” into a hotel, goes to his hotel room and that the heist is the central focus of this this movie feels rushed and sloppy. climbs to the ledge, apparently ready film, contrary to its title. Even taking It had the potential to be an interest- to commit suicide, which causes a huge the heist out, the main character is ing story, yet “Man on a Ledge” does spectacle for the media and police. only on the ledge for about 45 minutes. not give the audience enough time to However, this is just a trick – merely When it comes to truth in advertising, take in the experience that unfolds on smoke and mirrors for everyone watch- “Man on a Ledge” should have taken a the screen. This film can only be rec- ing, and as the story unfolds the audi- few lessons from “Snakes on a Plane.” ommended to those that enjoy corny ence sees the intricate plot designed This film has some incredibly dull, action flicks and simple stories. What by Nick to expose the truth about his underdeveloped characters that stay could have been a thrilling and intro- tarnished reputation. one-dimensional, despite plenty of spective tale of a person on the brink The plot occasionally has some opportunities for expansion or explo- simply became an eyesore. So please do nice moments of suspense, however ration. The supporting cast is poorly us a favor, “Man on a Ledge,” and jump. not enough to really make one feel explained with vague back stories,

By Brianne Radke perfect girlfriend, Lily (Zoe Lister-Jones), is the quite well, while Handler portrays Chelsea Staff Writer cast’s best asset in terms of a believable presence Newman’s ultra-conservative, though still cynical Two talented comediennes have taken on prime on screen. Unsurprising, as Pancholy is argu- and perfectly blunt older sister, Sloane. Unlike time this season by launching sitcoms loosely ably the show’s most accomplished actor, with a “Whitney,” the writers of “Chelsea” have managed based on their own lives and personalities. resume boasting supporting roles on favorites like to quickly develop a host of characters that leave Whitney Cummings of “Punk’d” and “Chelsea “30 Rock,” “Weeds” and “Phineas and Ferb.” Rhea giggles in their wake. Perhaps the most notable Lately” fame takes the lead in her own creation in Seehorn plays the conflicted divorcee, Roxanne, of these is Newman’s roommate DeeDee, played “Whitney,” and late night talk show host Chelsea who wavers back and forth between desperately by Lauren Lapkus. DeeDee is an awkward and Handler costars with Laura Prepon in “Are You wanting a man and desperately hating men. Dan gangly yet adorable couch potato who happens There, Chelsea?” Both shows are both hilarious O’Brien carries the role of Mark, the cop who lives to be a virgin and immediately becomes a project and charming. Handler and Cummings each have next door to Alex and Whitney. “Whitney” has for the wild and very social Chelsea. The writers a reputation for say-anything wit, and they both some super funny moments – that goes without had some trouble including a moral about love bring a refreshing sass to this season’s line-up. question – and the characters reveal flashes of and intimacy in the second episode – the whole Despite a shaky start, “Whitney” seems to be charm, but the show has ample room for contin- conversation was incongruous and uncomfortable slowly building some momentum. The show’s ued improvement. – but if Handler continues to stick to her forte, greatest blemish is in the delivery of its rela- “Are You There, Chelsea?” also saw a rocky brassy no-holds-barred comedy, her sitcom could tively funny script. Cummings and Chris D’Elia launch with a slight turnover in cast after only a gain quite the following. (who plays Alex, Whitney’s boyfriend) simply do few weeks of shooting, and a name change follow- The winner? “Are You There Chelsea?” easily. not have the acting chops. However, one might ing the pilot episode. (The show was originally Both Cummings and Handler have merely trans- blame the writing which is designed much like a titled the same as Handler’s book, “Are You There ferred their stand-up/ talk show characters into stand-up act or a “Saturday Night Live” skit. The Vodka? It’s Me Chelsea.”) Despite these changes situational comedy, and while neither of the subject matter is so played out and the comedic and a mid-season start, it looks like Handler’s new shows have groundbreaking material, Handler lines are so purposefully injected that the end show will do just fine. The show depicts a younger appears to be better equipped for this move. The result seems contrived, and the entire show ends version of Handler, named Chelsea Newman cast, the writing and the sensibility of Chelsea up feeling, well, corny. Maulik Pancholy, who and played by Laura Prepon of “That ‘70s Show.” Handler should propel her show into a promising plays the part of Neal, the perfect boyfriend to Prepon delivers Handler’s trademark sarcasm future. “Whitney” has a lot of catching up to do. February 20, 2012 21 Friday Night Rentals The Oscar snubs By Alys Dolan Arts & Entertainment Editor

Each year the entertainment indus- try prepares the biggest and brightest award show of the year. The crème de la crème take weeks and months prep- “Some Like it Hot” (1959) “The Glass Menagerie” (1987) “The Dark Knight” (2008) ping for this show that is celebrating This sensational A play written “The Dark it’s 84th annual celebration. The event comedy had an all- by the great Knight” is certainly is the Academy Awards, and although star cast, with the Tennessee a very non-tradi- it is a showcase for the “finest” movies always-brilliant Tony Williams was tional movie to be of the year, one does wonder whatever Curtis as Joe, and the brought to life by nominated for an happened to the movies that did not quick-witted Jack the amazing Paul award ceremony make the cut. Lemmon as Jerry. Newman, and did like the Oscars, but The boys play musi- not receive any this comic colossus “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952) cians, who witness a acknowledgement was unbelievably This film features murder orchestrated from the Academy. epic and is hard to some of the great- by a notorious Chicago mob, and flee The movie is neglect. The story est talent from the for their lives. They decide the best way about an aging southern bell full of the classic comic book vigilante con- last century. Gene to escape the gangsters is to disguise of pride and her controlling rela- tinues with Christian Bale returning Kelly and Debbie themselves as women. Upon running for tionship over her children. Joanne as the caped crusader. Batman meets Reynolds are abso- cover the boys bump into the gorgeous Woodward plays Amanda Wingfield his match with the sinisterly insane lutely genius as Sugar Kane Kowalczyk, play by the iconic flawlessly and is able to portray Joker, played by the late Heath Ledger, the unlikely duo Marilyn Monroe. Amusement and laugh- the southern charm that charac- and must face his toughest battles yet. for “Singin’ in the ter ensues as the boys join Sugar’s band ters like Wingfield and Scarlette Christopher Nolan demonstrates what Rain.” Kelly plays of performing females, and as Joe falls for O’Hara are famous for. The story is happens when “an immovable object Don Lockwood, a dapper silent film Monroe as the sweet damsel in distress. told through the eyes of Amanda meets an unstoppable force.” actor who must learn to adjust to the This film received six other nomi- Wingfield’s son Tom, played by The cinematography and screen- latest advancement in movie-making, nations including Best Actor for John Malkovich, and details the play for “The Dark Knight” are sen- “the talkies.” When his path crosses Lemmon’s performance. “The Diary contempt he feels for his overbear- sational, and truly capture the shady, with Kathy Selden the film takes off of Anne Frank,” “The Nun’s Story,” ing mother. His mother comes gritty underbelly of Gotham City that into hilarity and musical splendor. “Room at the Top,” and “Anatomy of a to him asking for help finding the Nolan brothers were desperately The film has classic tunes like “Make Murder” outshined this classic comedy someone to take care of Laura, his searching to convey. Although the ‘Em Laugh” with the perfectly suited and received the nominations, but it sister, played by Karen Allen. film did not receive a nomination for comedic Cosmo Brown (Donald was “Ben-Hur” that took the Oscar The movie has some of the best Best Picture, it did gain prestige at the O’Connor) and “Good Mornin’” per- for Best Picture in 1959. This comedy acting Hollywood has ever seen, ceremony when Ledger took the Best formed by the brilliant trio. was perfectly executed and remains especially by Woodward. Her per- Supporting Actor award for his perfor- The academy did not feel the “glori- ageless to audiences everywhere. formance is truly stunning and mance as the malevolent villain. This ous feeling” that “Singin’ in the Rain” Coincidently, Monroe never received an is hard to overlook. However, the was particularly unique for Ledger’s had hoped to inspire. Instead the Academy nomination for Best Actress, Academy did not even consider this case because he received the Oscar musical was outshined by “High Noon,” but Michelle Williams is up for this film for any nomination whatsoever, posthumously. He has been one of the “Ivanhoe,” “The Quiet Man” and that award for portraying this all American but instead gave a nomination for few actors to achieve this award after year’s big winner, “The Greatest Show symbol in “My Week with Marilyn.” Best Picture to “Moonstruck,” and an untimely death – the list includes on Earth.” Although this film did Even though it was nominated for Best the Best Actress award to Cher. “The James Dean and Peter Finch. The not receive the little golden trophy it Actor apparently some did not find it Glass Menagerie” was completely academy spotlighted the acting in this remains timeless classic of cinema. hot enough for Best Picture. disregarded at the Oscars that year, film but left this “Knight” in the dark but is an absolute must-see. for a Best Picture nomination.

Lady Antebellum with Darius running singles in music history. So ter. Based on the Oscar-winning Rucker get your tickets now to see these Boyz Dreamworks animated film, this show Whats the entertain the Detroit area on March brings the giant green ogre front and This established Grammy-winning 22. Tickets range from $52-$54. center stage. The tale of the witty group will be performing at the Palace green fellow and his adventures with of Auburn Hills on February 25. This “Mythbusters” his “noble steed” Donkey comes to life Compiled By certified platinum band is most rec- Alys Dolan The stars of the popular television March 1 at the Fisher Theater. With ognized for hits like “Lookin’ For A A & E Editor show “Mythbusters,” Jamie Hyneman 19 all-new songs, this show will be an Good Time,” “Need You Now” and and Adam Savage, are hosting a show exciting experience for any age. Get “American Honey.” They are promi- that brings their audience face to face your tickets now starting at $37. Concerts/Events nent in the country world, but even if with their curious world of tricks and you aren’t a country fan there is some- props. This event takes the audience “South Pacific” Barry Manilow thing to be enjoyed from this band’s behind common myths and digs deep The classic musical from the bril- The legendary Barry Manilow will performance. Get your ticket now, into the truth of the matter. The boys’ liant duo Rogers and Hammerstein be lighting up the stage of the Fox starting at only $40. show is family friendly and is intended has been said to be one of the best Theater in downtown Detroit this to entertain members at any age. The Broadway musicals of all time. The March. His fans have two chances to Boyz II Men show has two times, 4:30 p.m. and 8 show focuses on an American nurse at see this amazing performer, March This smooth-sounding R&B singing p.m. on Friday, March 16 with tickets a U.S. Naval base during WWII who 9 and 10. Manilow’s collection of group will be visiting Detroit on as low as $45. So join fellow truth- falls head over heals for a mysteri- hits include “Could It Be Magic,” March 22 at the MotorCity Casino seekers and watch Jamie and Adam ous French plantation owner with a “Copacabana (at the Copa),” “Can’t Hotel. The band formed back in 1988 bust myths right before your very questionable past. This show features Smile Without You” and the renowned at the Philadelphia High School for eyes. the classic hits “Bali Ha’I,” “Gonna “Mandy.” This man is not only a Creative and Performing Arts. The Wash that Man Right Outta my Hair,” singer, but is an amazing songwriter, group has hits like “I’ll Make Love Theater “Some Enchanted Evening” and “I’m in producer and composer. Grab your to You,” “End of the Road” and “One Love with a Wonderful Guy.” The Tony best friend, boyfriend, girlfriend, Sweet Day” (featuring Mariah Carey). “Shrek the Musical” award-winning musical will be per- mom or grandma and take them to They hold the number one, three and This musical is bound to have you formed on March 2 at the Fox theater see the show of a lifetime. Tickets four spots for three of the longest falling out of your seat with laugh- with Tickets ranging from $30-$85. range from $35-$188. 22 February 20, 2012 Flashback Flashback Ben Folds KG Omulo R.E.M. Foxy Shazam “Rockin’ the Suburbs” “Ayah Ye! Moving Train” “Automatic For The People” “The Church of Rock and Roll” Genre: Alternative Rock Genre: Afropop Genre: Alternative Rock Genre: Rock

By Ramon Razo By Brianne Radke By Jonathan King By Pete Bublitz News Editor Staff Writer Editor in Chief Staff Writer

You may know this white and KG Omulo is making the move from Alternative rock gods R.E.M. have Originated in Cincinnati, Ohio, Foxy nerdy musician from the a capella performing in sold-out venues in his had a penchant for constant reinven- Shazam has risen up and put together competition “The Sing Off.” Ben native Kenya as a member of a popular tion which has gained them many an album that aimed to celebrate the Folds first emerged onto the scene band to breaking into the American fans and alienated many others. In more passionate fragments of the as the front man for “Ben Folds Five” music scene with a solo career. The the wake of the light and poppy “Out catholic religion. On January 25, 2012, (BFF). Released in 2001, “Rockin’ the release of his first full-length studio Of Time,” R.E.M. released their most the sextet released their fourth album Suburbs” was Folds’ first album after album, “Ayah Ye! Moving Train,” marks tenebrous and perhaps most brilliant “The Church of Rock and Roll.” Foxy leaving BFF. Folds’ usage of language the beginning of his U.S. tour, and packs record to date: “Automatic For The Shazam has managed to make cupids might put off some listeners, but those a powerful punch. He is the man behind People.” Miles away from the college out demons with the release of this who can take the harsh and hilarious his music in every aspect, inventing rock roots that gave them an audience musical treasure. musings will find a collection of music lyrics in both English and Swahili, and the sugary pop that garnered Totaling 11 tracks, the album is a celebrating middle-class-white-guy- writing his own music and arranging his them radio hits, “Automatic” is a sonic gospel that channels the most ness, the pains of growing up and accompaniment. dark and downbeat affair filled with divine voices and backbeats the rugged finding Jesus after getting high. Bob Marley’s presence is felt in the themes of mortality, loss and the per- Earth has ever heard. Led by singer The CD boasts a collection of very mellow reggae rhythms of “It’s a Relief” sistence of time. Eric Sean Nally, the six-member group upbeat and energetic tracks. “Zak and and “Walkway,” and his influence is The album opens with “Drive,” a opens up the album with “Welcome To Sara” is about Zak’s musical endeavors heard in the lyrical exposure of the rock dirge that drones onward with The Church Of Rock And Roll,” crying and Sara’s strange mental issues. It’s dark shadows in high places. Lines like ever-increasing urgency. As the song for a return to godlier times when a fantastic arrangement, with a lot of “Ain’t no true government in office,” and progresses, the minor acoustic guitar their rock style was seen as main- bass and beats “that make it possible “Swimming sharks in the water thirsty tones are joined by lush strings, stream. “Your music sucks/ Including for all white boys to dance.” for blood and power,” are reminiscent of setting up the theme of rich sonic tex- us/ It’s time we clear our name,” rants The title track is a spectacular rock the calls for integrity that both Marley tures that go on to define the album. Nally. From there, the song progresses anthem right from Folds’ geeky heart. and Fela Kuti are notorious for. This Four of the tracks on “Automatic” with Nally’s rock god vocals and the “Let me tell you all what it’s like/ Being anti-establishment message thoroughly feature string arrangements by Led band’s familiar edgy tones. male, middle-class and white,” Folds saturates songs like “Moving Train” and Zepplin’s John Paul Jones. The most In “Last Chance at Love,” Nally laments. He goes on (tongue-in-cheek, “No Means No,” while “Intervention” striking example is on the penul- manages to emulate the legendary of course) about how he gets mad points a shaming finger at global gov- timate track “Nightswimming,” vocals of Freddie Mercury from Queen when people cut in line, and how all ernment for the economic hardship where it joins up with an elegant and Justin Hawkins of The Darkness, of his terrible songs have to be fixed facing much of the world. piano line to form a simple but right down to the high-pitched by his producer’s computers. It’s one Lenny Kravitz comes to mind in the exquisite melody. The addition of squeals. The second track, “Holy of the tracks where Folds’ uses some guitar strains over groovy funk and the Michael Stipe’s sweet and descriptive Touch,” still outshines any vocalist of the most foul language (very tame tortured line of questioning in “Do You lyrics and a performance by oboist of the current decade, with angelic compared to some of his other songs), Feel?” “Quality Woman” is purest sample Deborah Workman complete the touches by Nelly and his bandmates. but his usage of language never comes of the Afropop sound so dearly loved in his package resplendently. Shazam keep the odes going with faint from a malicious or hateful source. It’s homeland, and it pays tribute to a woman’s Of course, most are familiar with mimics of Vince Neil, Robert Plant, him poking fun at himself, and joking worth, with the kind of adoring message “Everybody Hurts” and its direct, Jimmy Page, the Kinks and .38 Special, around about his circumstances. delivered by artists like Stevie Wonder and moving sentiments. However, it is far among others. The album also demonstrates a terrific Marvin Gaye. “Ready to Love” is the hymn from the album’s finest moment. “Try The most unashamed sign that range in terms of composition and some of a heart that is open, despite its scars, Not To Breathe” is easily the album’s Foxy Shazam is crusading to return- very emotional lyrics. “Still Fighting It” also reminding us of the lyrics of Stevie most underrated song – an upbeat ing rock to its roots is in the song, is about the difficulties of growing up. and even Ray Charles, but with all the waltz that tackles a decidedly heavy “The Streets.” When the soulful hip In the song, Fold’s sings how “Everybody skank of The Skatalites, seasoned with a subject with finesse. Thematically, it’s hop beat is interrupted by clinks of knows/ It hurts to grow up.” In fact, the coarse, dirty New Orleans jazz flavor. diametrically opposed to “Everybody barroom piano and wails from a blues song was written by Folds for his young The instruments that lend cohesion Hurts” and even more touching, guitar the sound imitates that of rock’s son, a trend he would later repeat for his to the piece are happy horns and vibrant dealing with approaching – or pioneer age: the 1940s and ‘50s. In daughter in his next studio album with strings, with a truly global percussion perhaps even initiating – the end of this guise, Foxy Shazam is covering the song “Gracie.” style bearing nuances of tribal Africa, one’s life with grace and satisfaction. the greatest extent of what they love, The album ends with the incredibly Jamaican reggae, rock and roll and While R.E.M. may have began as and are able pay tribute to that classic heartfelt “The Luckiest.” In it, Folds Motown’s rhythm and blues. Another just another college rock band, they sound, while re-educating rock follow- tells the one he loves how he knows consistent element to the compilation evolved into something truly spectac- ers on music that once was and what it that “All the wrong terns/ The stumbles is the optimistic vibe in Omulo’s strong ular, and “Automatic For The People” can hopefully become again. the falls/ Brought me here” to the one baritone. As an artist, he is down-to- is arguably the apex of that evolution. The Bottom Line: he loves, and how “In a wide sea of eyes/ earth, inspirational and highly enter- Far from being a parade of “Shiny I see one pair that I recognize.” It’s hard taining. His album is danceable, moving Happy People,” the album is a dusky “The Church of Rock and Roll” is the not to be moved by the song every time. and may prove quite influential. masterpiece that deserves several kind of worship that subliminally bows listens-through. to sex, drugs and that other thing The Bottom Line: The Bottom Line too while maintaining the chastity of Ben Folds’ “Rockin’ the Suburbs” is “Ayah Ye! Moving Train” has value from The Bottom Line: rock music itself. It’s not about a fresh an album easily listened to from start every angle, and is an impressive creation “Automatic For The People” extreme, but succeeds in offering lis- to finish. While maybe not the most for it being so early in KG Omulo’s career. remains one of the definitive alt teners a chance to re-tread rock and pure, extreme or complete portrayal of This culturally representative piece is a albums of the ‘90s. It is an unex- roll’s path and hopefully refreshes the Folds’ lyrical and musical style, it does must-listen, and Omulo’s name is one pectedly rich and rewarding listen old sound. If nostalgia is sacred to you, demonstrate Folds’ incredible range of that Americans may be hearing more that may well go down in history as then this isn’t a normal corner church: fun, funny and even touching music. often, hopefully for a very long time. R.E.M.’s masterwork. it’s a temple. February 20, 2012 23

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Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

By Alys Dolan Arts & Entertainment Editor For a merry and magical time, be sure to visit Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum. This miraculous, magnificent masterpiece has been up and running since 1990, and the owner, Mr. Marvin himself, has been collecting these vintage coin-operated machines since the 1960s. The museum houses the most majestic mechanisms from the past century. From pinball to classic arcade games this mysterious wonder is worth a trip through, if not to partake in the many games available to play, then to enjoy the many mystifying attractions that this museum has to offer. There are a few games and attractions that were specifically built for the museum, and it is impossible to see everything one time through. Remember to fill your pockets with mounds of quarters to feed into the monstrous machines to enjoy multiple hours of mechanical merriment. Some of the clever contraptions that one can find here have macabre sense of humor to them – for example if you drop a quarter into a certain machine it reveals a man being hanged at the gallows. One can even use a quarter to reveal the mystical and possibly malevolent future from one of the many fortuneteller machines. These tellers are decades old and hold mysteries of the past century. 26 the Schoolcraft Connection Sports February 20, 2012 Ocelots in the playoffs Basketball programs are looking forward to postseason By Daniel Peake & Charlie Harrison Sports Editor Staff Writer

Women's Basketball Staring with a 20-4 record, the Lady Ocelots are well on their way to making a serious run at the championship. In January and February, the Lady Ocelots are undefeated through 10 games. The enthusiasm around the court during a practice session indicates that the team believes they have what it takes to make a run at the championship. Point Guard Diamond Tolliver showed optimism, believing that her team is ready to win the whole thing. “I definitely see us winning this year. We have a good enough team, we just have to work on playing as a team and get the job done.” Forward Domonique Jones showed little hesitation in backing her teammate Photo by Garret Darian-Toth up. “I think we got this, my team can go all the way because we’re Diamond Tolliver, #12, uses fancy footwork to bring the ball up court. [good].” Freshman forward Monika Rudis was a bit more reserved, but showed that she too believes in this team. “Yeah, I think we’ll * Eastern Conference win the championship, we have the individual ability to. We just have to work as a team to get there and see what we can do.” Women's Basketball Standings Currently, The Lady Ocelots are 21-4, placing them 2nd behind School MCCAA Overall GB Home Away Neutral Streak Macomb Community. Delta (13-12), Oakland (13-12) and St. Claire Macomb 13-1 .929 18-7 .720 -- 8-3 7-3 3-1 Won 8 County (14-13) are not too far behind. All five teams have clinched a Schoolcraft 12-2 .857 21-4 .840 1.0 11-1 6-2 4-1 Won 10 playoff berth and are serious competitors. Delta 10-4 .714 13-12 .520 3.0 6-8 6-4 1-0 Lost 3 If the postseason started today, the Lady Ocelots would play Oakland 10-4 .714 13-12 .520 3.0 9-2 3-7 1-3 Won 1 against the 7th seed Alpena. The Lady Ocelots won 74-54 in Mott 8-6 .571 9-14 .391 5.0 6-6 3-8 0-0 Won 1 their previous match up on January 18. Alpena center Kayla St. Clair 7-7 .500 14-13 .519 6.0 5-7 8-6 1-0 Lost 1 Weaver leads her team in scoring with 13.1 ppg. Their total Alpena 5-9 .357 10-14 .417 8.0 7-5 1-8 2-1 Lost 1 offense overall as a team is averaging 53 ppg. Early indications Kirtland 4-10 .286 9-14 .391 9.0 5-7 4-6 0-1 Won 2 are the Lady Ocelots winning this one by double digits. Henry Ford 1-13 .071 5-18 .217 12.0 4-9 1-9 0-0 Lost 6 If the Lady Ocelots want to have a shot at beating Delta, Wayne 0-14 .000 0-14 .000 13.0 0-7 0-7 0-0 Lost 14 they’re going to have to contain their three-headed offensive juggernaut Nana Hall (13.5 ppg), Courtney Neiderquill (12 ppg) and Kelly Dineen (13.7 ppg) and take advantage on the boards. Delta's overall record is just 13-10 so they are beatable. A win over Delta would propel our Lady Ocelots to the cham- pionship round. Regardless of whoever ends up making it to the championship, the Lady Ocelots will be ready. Final prediction: Lady Ocelots 2012 Champions. Men's Basketball From high-flying dunks to edge-of-your seat adrenaline-inducing overtime showdowns, the Ocelots have gone above and beyond to make a mark in the MCCAA. Slated at number 5 in the Eastern Conference, the men have experienced ups and downs. In fact, this is the first time in five years that the Schoolcraft men’s basketball team has made a playoff appearance. Can they pull it together in time for a playoff performance we know they have the potential to produce? “We’ve got to build ourselves back up," remarked Coach Henry on the men’s playoff debut, “This is my first time in the playoffs, I’m just really excited to see how we do." All eyes this year are on the Ocelots' sensational offense, with rebounding giant Karl Moore and freshmen sensations like Lenderrick Witcher and Deon Gunn. Nonetheless, the competition is definitely steep this year. The Ocelots will have to face threats such as the Oakland Community Photos by Andrew Kieltyka College and their 20-3 Raiders, Henry Ford Community College and (Left) Power forward Carl Moore their 17-8 Hawks and of course the 23-1 Mott College Bears. puts up a quick shot in the paint. “I feel really good about the playoffs,” said Mohammed Elhaj, “If we can pull together and play as a team, there will be few who’ll be able (Above) Center Lydell Mason capital- to stop us.” Playoff optimism came also from forward Deon Gunn, izes in the post.

“I’m pretty sure of our playoff ability. We just need to make sure we * Eastern Conference operate as one.” Elhaj is starting point guard for the Ocelots and together with Deon Men's Basketball Standings Gunn they set the standard for MCCAA efficiency. However, despite School MCCAA Overall GB Home Away Neutral Streak their talent, Gunn, Elhaj and the rest of the men’s team will have to Mott 12-1 .923 23-1 .958 -- 13-0 10-1 0-0 Won 10 stifle the athletic prowess of Mott’s John Taylor. Taylor is Mott’s star Oakland 12-1 .923 20-3 .870 -- 10-2 9-0 1-1 Won 6 guard averaging 24 points and 4 assists per game. Along with Mott’s Henry Ford 9-4 .692 17-7 .708 3.0 8-2 5-5 4-0 Won 1 guard power, Schoolcraft will also have to face off against a man suit- Macomb 7-6 .538 16-8 .667 5.0 10-2 3-6 3-0 Lost 1 able to be Karl Moore’s equal. Patrick Ferrell is Macomb College’s Schoolcraft 6-7 .462 14-10 .583 6.0 7-4 7-6 0-0 Lost 2 starting center who averages 16 pts and 7 rbs per game. St. Clair 6-7 .462 13-12 .520 6.0 7-6 5-6 1-0 Won 3 Although our guys will have their hands full for this year’s play- Kirtland 5-8 .385 14-9 .609 7.0 8-4 4-4 2-1 Lost 6 offs, they still possess the skill and potential to leave fans awestruck. Delta 5-8 .385 9-15 .375 7.0 6-8 3-6 0-1 Lost 1 Whether they make it all the way to the NJCAA championships or if Alpena 3-10 .231 8-15 .348 9.0 6-5 2-6 0-4 Won 1 they end the season in the first round, the Ocelots have shown a level of Wayne 0-13 .000 2-18 .100 12.0 1-10 1-8 0-0 Lost 14 growth and ability that will haveSchoolcraft fans cheering for more. February 20, 2012 27

Bowler Ready Profiles Coach Collins thinks very highly of all his players. “They’re all good and fun to be to roll around. Wonderful students,” Schoolcraft Bowling Team remarked Collins. Chris Diaz By Josiah Thomas Staff writer “A good kid and a real good The Schoolcraft Bowling team is in its seventh year bowler,” according to Coach under Greg Collins, the founder and coach, whose ambi- Collins. Chris and his younger tion is to see that our bowling team becomes top per- brother come from a family of formers at the upcoming National Championships this bowlers. Chris states that he March in Buffalo, NY. has been bowling for six years The current roster is made up of a “Mixed Team” accord- and is in his last semester here ing to Coach Collins and bowler Chris Diaz. Jason Jesse, at Schoolcraft. Chris Diaz and Pat St. Onge are returning players for the Sean Diaz men, with four new faces. Amber Cummins, Kim Landon First year bowler and younger and Julianne Ayers represent the ladies. brother of Chris Diaz, who Roster-wise, the guys are all set, but the girls need bowls an average of 180-190. at least two more players that will bring the total to Sean and his brother have both between five and seven so that substitutions can be attended many leagues and easily handled. On top of this, they won’t need to resort bowled throughout high school. to having to integrate both rosters into the Mixed Teams. He has shown the coach that he In its first year, the Bowling Team had a mixed group, has a lot of potential and will whereas over the next six years there were separate teams. likely go on to further prove The team has been working to find its way into becom- himself as the years go on. ing serious competitors, and the goal has been reached in recent years. Last year, the team was at its peak. Colin Harris The men’s bowling team had placed 6th out of 30 teams A “lifelong and consistent at the national level and the women’s placed in 3rd out of bowler.” He yields a bowling 13 teams, which says a lot for both teams since the higher average of over 200. ranked schools are essentially “schools that are bowling- oriented” said Coach Collins. Jason Jesse All the players are skilled enough to be serious com- A culinary arts student and Photo by Andrew Kieltyka the eldest member of the team. petitors, with a bowling average of around 190 for the entire Kim Landon is in the zone as she aims for a strike. team. The group contains players who range from beginners He has bowled for many years, who are returning to bowling, to lifelong players in their late most recently in the “high- There are only two positions - a bowler and an anchor. Five teens to mid-twenties. 180s” as Collins estimates. players will be picked as starters while the rest are on standby. Tryouts begin for bowlers at the start of each semester. Each Jason is currently assigned to The coach has the players go at it for a little while before deter- new bowler has their transcripts checked before being placed this league alone as he enters mining which rotations would be best, while prepping another on the team. Right now, there is still room for four more girls his final year. player for substitution when one is having a tough time. to join the team. “All they have to do is show up. It’s fun, it Jared Gross doesn’t take much,” said Pat St. Onge. A new member and Schoolcraft freshman who is recorded at a bowling average in the “170s to low-180s” by the Tigers' help wanted ad is answered coach’s measures. Ben Berger Fielder joins the Tigers family Ben is a newcomer on the team who has been bowling By Connection Staff Not only will the Tigers since he was three years old, come into the 2012 season as he himself acknowledged. with a new reputation around town as a winning Currently holds a bowling team, but also with a new member to the Tigers average of 150. family, Prince Fielder. After Victor Martinez’s knee injury last season, the Tigers set out for a temporary Pat St. Onge replacement, but instead landed a nine-year $214 Pat has been bowling since million contract with Fielder. This is now the forth- the 7th grade and is in his last largest contract in baseball history. With Fielder's semester here as a bowler and batting average last season being .299 and regular season student. He has a bowling home runs reaching an outstanding 38, coach Mike Ilitch average of 180. expects more than just a fill in spot for his latest recruit. With Fielder now on the roster, Cabrera will make the shift to Amber Cummins third base to make way for Fielder on first. A projected lineup Younger sister of veteran featuring Cabrera, Verlander, Avila, Peralta and now Fielder? Of bowler Carey Cummins. Amber course there is always room for improvements, but without a is a player who has gotten back doubt the Tigers seem to have a pretty “championship-worthy” into the game for the first time team in the making. Without knowing some background on since high school, and is quickly Fielder, you might not share the excitement of his signing. becoming a respectable bowler. At 27 years old, standing 5’11, this first baseman got his pro- Kim Landon fessional career started with the Milwaukee Brewers, and An active player who comes played for them from 2005 till 2011. Fielder didn’t just fall from a bowling background, is in into this profession by any mistake, with “Big Daddy” (Cecil two other leagues and bowls an Fielder) being his father, Prince has had very big shoes to fill. average of 186, but scored a 215 Cecil’s professional career was from 1985-1998, playing on on the January 27 tournament. several teams including the Yankees, Angels, Indians, Blue Jays and you guessed it, the Tigers. Julianne Ayers It has been reported from several sources that while attend- A new player who is enjoying ing one of his father’s batting practices with the Tigers, her time here and is going for a young 12-year-old Prince hit a home run in the Tigers more experience in bowling stadium. A good omen? Fans can only hope. Although the after returning to the game pre-season has not started yet the Tigers are expected to have from a previous background in a monumental year. It’s an undeniable fact that Prince Fielder bowling years ago. will be a huge contributor to their success. Eat ‘em up, Tigers! 28 the Schoolcraft Connection February 20, 2012

Lin and the Knicks at home taking on the visiting Nets. Lin scored, at the time, Lin-sanity a career high 25 pts along with 7 assists. By Daniel Peake Next on Feburary 6, Lin kicks off his first Sports Editor career start with the New York Knicks by putting up yet another career high (at We’ve got Peyton and the Colts catas- the time) 28 pts and 8 assists. Just when trophe, we’ve got the upcoming March you think the young guard simply couldn’t Madness and of course we’ve got this get any better, on Feburary 8, Lin goes up years Superbowl (or lack thereof). against rookie sensation John Wall. (All Unfortunately, this writer has caught John Wall fans may wish to stop reading a serious case of bandwagon fever. Just at this point.) Lin utterly massacres John when you thought the 2011-2012 NBA Wall, out performing the star in every season was over, a young undrafted kid quarter and totally outscoring the help- from Harvard comes in and electrifies the less Wizard guard. Guess what else hap- nation. Yep, you’ve guessed it, Lin-sanity pened that game, you guessed it, another has hit the Connection, and for very good career high from Jeremy Lin, with 10 assist reason mind you. overall! John Wall fans shouldn't feel too The guy literally comes out of nowhere, bad though, because if you think Jeremy and sets a standard in the game that many Lin served up a beat down on Wall and the young guards have failed to measure Wizards, then you probably didn’t see the up to. Not only is Jeremy Lin the first Knicks take on the Los Angeles Lakers. Chinese-Taiwanese American to play in Lin went up against the veteran team led the league, but what he’s done the past by NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Not only did week or so has truly mesmerized fans the Knicks come out with a victory, but and left opponents awestruck. Moreover, Lin outscored Laker’s star guard Kobe Lin wasn’t a star draft pick like Brandon Bryant with 38 pts (another career high for Jennings or John Wall. In fact, this Ivy the time being) and 7 assists. Lastly, the League baller went undrafted, bouncing Knicks ended their offensive tear lead by from training camp to training camp, Jeremy Lin in Minnesota facing Kevin Love until finally landing a spot on the New and the well-equipped Timberwolves. Lin York Knicks. The struggling Knicks prob- put up 20 pts to bury the Timberwolves to ably see the young guard as nothing short clinch a five game winning streak. of a miracle. In fact the only reason Lin Lin is no doubt the talk of the town, so got the playing time that he did these by all means expect some more publicity last few games was due to injuries from and play from the rookie. With a heart full New York’s big three Amare Stoudamire of faith and all star athleticism, Jeremy (Forward/Center), Carmelo Anthony Lin is bound to change the tides in this (Small Forward) and Baron Davis (Guard). less-than-entertaining 2011-2012 basket- Nonetheless, despite New York’s lack of ball season. Ladies and gentlemen this is star power, the Knicks, lead by Jeremy indeed the typical underdog story and it Lin’s amazing athletic performances. seems as if the whole world is watching the The “Lin-Show” began Feburary 4 with Jeremy Lin show. Nathaniel S. Butler/Getty

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Scholarship Award 2012 Fair Day Earth lege 1. Participants will compete for a $250 Schoolcraft College Foundation Scholarship. 1. Participants will compete for a $250 Schoolcraft College Foundation Scholarship. 2. To be eligible for the scholarship, participants must: 2. To be eligible for the scholarship, participants must: a. Be currently enrolled for a minimum 6 credit hours at Schoolcraft College a. Be currently enrolled for a minimum 6 credit hours at Schoolcraft College b. Plan to enroll for a minimum 6 additional credit hours (in spring, summer or b. Plan to enroll for a minimum 6 additional credit hours (in spring, summer or fall 2012) fall 2012)

Entry Guidelines Entry Guidelines . Schoolcraft College Schoolcraft Schoolcraft College Schoolcraft Schoolcraft College Schoolcraft College Schoolcraft 1. Submit Visual Arts Scholarship Competition Official Entry Form to Earth Day 1. Submit Poster Presentation Scholarship Competition Official Entry Form to Earth Committee members Kristin Fruth ([email protected]) or Colleen Martin Day Committee members Prof. Steven Cook ([email protected]) or Prof. ([email protected]). Michael Orick ([email protected]) by Tuesday, March 27, 2012. 2. Submissions must be received by Tuesday, March 27, 2012. 2. After their submission is approved, each entrant will receive detailed information Earth Day Fair 2012Fair Day Earth 3. about the competition, including poster formatting requirements, setup times, etc. 2012 Fair Day Earth Earth Day Fair 2012 Fair Day Earth Each presenter will be assigned a space to display their work. Artwork should be 20Fair Day Earth available for viewing/judging 11am-4pm on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 in the Main 3. Posters should be available for viewing/judging 12pm-4pm on Tuesday, April 10, Street hallway of the Vista Tech Building. All artwork should be collected no later 2012 in the Main Street lobby of the Vista Tech Building. Entrants are required to than 4:30pm. be present at least two hours to present their posters to visitors and judges. 4. Presenters are not required to attend, but are encouraged and welcome to do so! 4. Posters should represent this year’s Earth Day Fair theme:

. . 5. Artwork should represent the 2012 theme: 12 Schoolcraft College Earth Day Fair 2012 Fair Day Earth College Schoolcraft Schoolcraft College Earth Day Fair 2012 Fair Day Earth College Schoolcraft . . BIODIVERSITY – The Diversity of Life on Our Planet Schoolcraft College Earth Day Fair 2012 Fair Day Earth College Schoolcraft Schoolcraft College Earth Day Fair 2012 Fair Day Earth College Schoolcraft BIODIVERSITY - The Variety of Living Things on Our Planet Judging Judging 1. A panel of judges will evaluate and score poster presentations. 1. Earth Day fairgoers will be invited to vote for their favorite entry, based on the 2. The poster that earns the highest aggregate score will be selected as the following criteria: scholarship winner1. 3. In the event of a tie, the student with the higher Schoolcraft College GPA will be .Theme Representation .Originality .Aesthetic Quality awarded.

2. In the event of a tie, the student with the higher Schoolcraft College GPA will be 1 . awarded. The scholarship award may be subject to additional conditions as set forth by the Schoolcraft College Foundation. .

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