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JanuaryMarch 4, 14, 2013 2013 Washtenaw Community College washtenawvoice.com Volume 19, Issue 129 Ann Arbor, Michigan @washtenawvoice VOICESNOW BLIND WCC gives cold shoulder to students while trustees play hooky

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White out: Outraged students commented on this photo of campus posted on the college’s Facebook page while Washtenaw refused to cancel classes during the Feb. 26 snowstorm. What was meant to be a playful gesture quickly turned into a self-inflicted slug fest. EDITORIAL Students feel betrayed after another snow job For the last couple of years now, population and course offerings, as is the sense that the leadership of WCC When the campus alert system security could not determine which the new leaders of Washtenaw well as its secure campus environ- actually gives a damn about them. And failed to inform students of an incom- rooms were safe for sanctuary, effec- Community College have been pre- ment, Washtenaw has updated its rarely is that more evident than in in- ing cyclone, many at Washtenaw were tively expelling whole classes from the occupied with presenting a pristine public image without many hiccups clement weather situations. left scrambling, searching for shelter, appropriate locations. image of student success to poten- in the process. Last year’s Dexter tornado fiasco wondering what to do and where to go. The entire campus community was tial donors and perspective students The college may tout its many great left administrators red in the face and Worse, the college failed to prop- outraged, and with good reason, but through clever marketing and out- academic programs, the success of its in a position of stymied embarrass- erly distinguish designated torna- aside from a few articles published reach opportunities, including bill- graduates and its low campus crime ment that has still yet to fade from do shelters throughout the various boards and social media outlets. rate, but what it has failed to convey to the memory of its students and long- buildings on campus. Adding to the SNOW BLIND By focusing on its diversity of the students who are already enrolled time faculty. confusion, even campus safety and CONTINUED A6 Campus crime can’t be ignored Spring-Summer changes: shorter courses, longer days But some local colleges incident reports In observance of Sunshine and crime sta- Week, Voice reporters visited six By BEN SOLIS that could be scheduled.” and universities skirt tistics as a re- campuses in and near Washtenaw Editor The course lengths were agreed federal reporting laws sponsibility of County, investigating whether and upon by the administration and the the college, ac- how security departments follow After attending Washtenaw faculty and will be introduced this By ADRIAN HEDDEN cording to Frank the guidelines posed by the Clery Community College for two semesters spring as a pilot program, she added. Managing Editor LoMonte, exec- Act, and assigning them a letter back-to-back, taking classes during While only a few of the courses utive director of grade for their performance. the summer months may be a time- have changed to the six-week format In an effort to shine some sun into the Student Press consuming drag on some students’ instead of the longer 10-week portion, the shadows of college administration, Law Center in CLEARY UNIVERSITY anticipated relaxation. the transition will ultimately be a ben- the federal government requires that Arlington, Va. Not all adult-learning insti- Those easy-going spring and efit to the summer student, accord- all colleges in the United States pub- “The idea that someone should tutions must provide incident summer classes are going to have a ing to Stuart Blacklaw, who refused lish incident reports — on campus — have to wait or find the information reports on campus. A satellite lo- different feel to them this year, as to speak to reporters directly and for immediate, public review. themselves is counter to the entire cation of a college in Howell, Cleary Washtenaw moves from tradition- chose instead to comment through Any school that receives federal purpose of the statute,” he said of cam- University in Ann Arbor is simply al 7½-week courses to six weeks. Associate Director of Public Affairs funding, even for financial aid, must pus crime reports. “There is not a dis- too small to warrant an active se- However, some of the more complex Janet Hawkins. adhere to this under the Jeanne Clery tinction for a level of compliance. curity department. courses that couldn’t be compacted “This is Disclosure of Campus Security Policy “It has to be available on demand. According to officials at Cleary, will run over 10 weeks. particularly and Campus Crime Statistics Act of They (school officials) are not cor- there have been no crimes or in- The adjustment was made to offer important for se- 1998. rect that they are entitled to make cidents on its campus in the past more options for students looking to quential courses, But Washtenaw Community you wait.” decade, but the school does use a take vital pre-requisites and a subse- but would allow a College and even some of the biggest personal, electronic alert system to quent higher-level course in the two student to focus schools in Michigan have struggled, SUNSHINE WEEK inform students of possible threats. shorter semesters. on one course at and in some cases ignored, the pro- Initiated by the American Society “Our campus crime stats re- “The intent was to offer greater op- a time regardless vision of this mandatory instant re- of News Editors, national Sunshine ported to the federal government portunities to students who couldn’t of the courses he source on campus. Week will be commemorated March for the past 10 years are zero,” take two pre-reqs at the same time or she is taking,” Stuart Blacklaw Violations of either annual report- 10-16, a week during which the news said Gary Bachman, director of because the two 7½-week semes- Blacklaw told Hawkins, who emailed ing or log provisions can result in a media has elected to celebrate and facilities. “We’re in a very visible ters overlapped,” said Jennifer Baker, the comments to The Voice. $27,500 fine, handed down by the U.S. inform the public about open gov- president of the WCC faculty union. Department of Education. ernment regulations and the right to CLERY “Because of the overlap, we were also COURSE LENGTH The law demands sharing of know. CONTINUED A6 restricted in the number of classes CONTINUED A5 A2 March 4, 2013 News The Washtenaw Voice

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Mammography program produces Wednesday, March 13 first graduates College visitations Washtenaw Community College grad- Representatives from the following uated its first group of students from the two universities will be on-hand in the mammography certificate program. Student Center to answer questions from The program, which started in 2012, students looking to transfer. prepares students to perform screening University of Toledo from 10 a.m.- and diagnostic mammography proce- noon on the first floor of the Student dures using dedicated mammography Center equipment and is designed for radiology Eastern Michigan University from 1-5 technologists who are certified through p.m. in SC 206 The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Thursday, March 14 The curriculum is based on the recom- College Visitations mended American Society of Radiologic Representatives from the following Technology (ASRT) mammography guide- colleges and universities will on campus lines and includes both didactic and clini- to answer questions from students look- cal education. ing to transfer on the first floor of the student center. Welding student wins national Concordia from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. title Northwood from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Alex Pazkowski, a WCC welding stu- Walsh College from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. dent took first place in the American Eastern Michigan University from Welding Society and SkillsUSA Team USA noon-4 p.m. in SC 206 Finals welding competition recently in Daytona Beach, Fla. Water talk After more than 20 hours of on-and- Nick Schroeck, executive director off welding, Pazkowski was crowned of the Great Lakes Environmental Law champion. He finished second in 2011. Center will address attendees on ground Held at the Daytona International water rights, conservation and fracking Speedway during the Daytona 500 on in room 202 of the Great Lakes Regional Feb. 23, the competition was hosted by Training Center. The free event is spon- NATHAN CLARK THE WASHTENAW VOICE Larson Motorsports. sored by the WCC Faculty Sustainability Nation’s finest: U.S. Representative John Dingell shakes hands with WCC President Rose Bellanca at the Department of Labor grant ceremony As winner, Pazkowski received a Literacy Task Force. in the Community Room, Oct. 1, 2012. $40,000 scholarship toward a bachelor’s degree in welding engineering. Michigan Cyber Range partners with WCC Monday, March 11 The fledgling Michigan Cyber Range, U.S. Rep. Dingell set the invasion force on Japan in 1945. him, and then he expects us to gain a Women in non-traditional careers created by the Ann Arbor-based Merit Returning stateside and earn- lot of additional opportunities from Students can learn about careers in Network to operate secure networks for to become longest- ing a Juris Doctorate degree from that and afterwards.” criminal justice and law enforcement dur- classroom Internet security activities, has serving congressman Georgetown University in 1952, Washtenaw’s President Rose ing a panel discussion with professionals partnered with Washtenaw Community in American history Dingell eventually ran and won in a Bellanca, who has a history of donating in the field. The event is free and open to College to offer its students a real-time special election that would replace to and attending events for Dingell’s the public in ML 101 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. environment to practice their defense him in his father’s seat after John Sr. various re-election campaigns, said skills. By BEN SOLIS passed away in 1955. that his commitment to education Tuesday, March 12 Students enrolled in the college’s CSS Editor Dingell has held the position ever has helped colleges like hers thrive. College visitation: Eastern Michi- 200: Computer Security II and CSS 205: since, barely contested in subsequent “Congressman Dingell and his wife gan University School of Educa- Computer Security III, who in the past had As members of Congress grapple in elections and sometimes not even con- Debbie have given their time gener- tion to use an obsolete networking environ- another self-inflicted sparring match tested at all — in both 1988 and 2006, ously to help ensure access to higher Representatives from will be in SC ment to defend against manufactured over the fiscal future of the country, Michigan’s GOP chose not to run any- education for everyone,” Bellanca said 206 from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. to answer cyber-attacks, will now be able to use this time with the dire repercussions one against him. via email through Janet Hawkins, as- questions on a walk-in basis from stu- isolated online environment as a class- of massive budget cuts, U.S. Rep. John Even in primaries against other sociate director of Public Affairs. “He dents looking to transfer into EMU’s sec- room extension. Dingell (D-Dearborn) remains as calm established Democrats, Dingell came was instrumental in the College re- ondary or elementary education programs. Students can access the Range and collected as anyone in Washington out on top. When Dingell’s 16th District ceiving a $2.9 million Department of from any lab or workstation computer could be right now. was combined with the 15th in 2000, he Labor grant for IT training. He has also on campus. The mere notion of another dead- ousted former U.S. Rep. Lynn Rivers, helped us in our efforts to secure addi- locked debate disheartens him greatly, who now teaches political science tional grant money from the National and you can hear it in his voice when courses at Washtenaw. Science Foundation, which is pending.” he speaks about it. “It was a family fight, and of course, Last year, Washtenaw honored “It is absolutely impossible to get we all know how ugly those can be,” Dingell’s dedication to Washtenaw anything done in Washington when said Rivers, referring to the tough bat- County with its first Honorary no one is there to work,” said Dingell, tle between the two. “But I came away Associate’s Degree in Community SECURITY the Dearborn Democrat, whose from the experience with nothing but Service, given to the congressman Congressional district includes respect for him.” during the summer commencement Washtenaw Community College. What is it about Dingell that makes ceremony. NOTES In a recent wide-ranging inter- him not only a highly-popular can- The proverbial lifetime achieve- view with The Washtenaw Voice while didate, but a man that people rally ment award, which would turn any making rounds in his district, he was around? political office into a glorified hype outspoken about the economic se- For Jason machine, makes Dingell more reflec- Due to a glitch while converting its reported incidents. The fine for a violation questration stonewalled by the U.S. Morgan, gov- tive than fulfilled, if anything. system, Washtenaw’s Campus Safety and is $27,500. For more information on the House of Representatives late last ernment af- Dingell says his interest in politics Security department could not provide Clery Act, see page A1. month. fairs liaison for was never about glory, but his impres- Voice reporters with an updated crime But the partisan bickering doesn’t Washtenaw and a sive list of political successes boil over log. The last report listed in the current Larceny seem to rile the congressman at former field rep- with unintended name-brand prestige. log occured on Feb. 16, which is a vio- A 24-year-old male reported a bag all. Moments like these are com- resentative for “I’ve had a lot of things, like the lation of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure containing a laptop and textbooks was mon occurrences in the new era of Dingell, it’s the passing of the Civil Rights Bill of of Campus Security Policy and Campus stolen from the backseat of his vehicle Washington politics. congressman’s 1964, presiding over the passage of Crime Statistics Act of 1998. while parked in the Health and Fitness And while inherently modern, natural humani- Medicare in 1965, presiding over the Under the Clery Act, all campus Center parking lot on Feb. 16 between the 86-year-old Democrat has been ty and love of his Jason Morgan passage of the Affordable Care Act a crime logs must be updated every 48 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. There were no signs through all of this before. constituents that makes him one of few years ago,” Dingell said as he re- hours with the last 60 days worth of of forced entry. In Dingell’s mind, it is just another the great politicians of all time. called his proudest moments in office. day at the office — an office he has held “I’ll tell ya, he is the most genuine “But mostly it’s just doing my job and for nearly half a century. politician and one of the most genuine helping people.” and cooperation. “The answer is I don’t know what On June 13, Dingell’s 48-year ca- people I have ever met,” Morgan said. Just being elected and being able to “Today, that’s a thing of the past.” we can hope for,” he said. “I want to get reer will earn a certain level of height- “If you ever have a chance to just have a finish the work of John Sr., Dingell’s If anyone is to be blamed, Dingell a bill that will abate firearms violence ened distinction, this time not through conversation with him, you’ll see that most fondly remembered politi- said, it isn’t the Speaker of the House that will leave us with a law that in fact a specific piece of legislation he has politics isn’t just a job for him, being cal hero next to Presidents Harry John Boehner or President Barack will work. Our current law does not. co-sponsored or another election won a congressman isn’t just a job for him. S. Truman and Franklin Delano Obama. “I am a sponsor of major chang- in yet another landslide. It’s really his entire being. Roosevelt was success enough for the “The hard fact of the matter is es within the current bill which will In a few short months, Dingell will “It’s his passion, and he just tru- congressman. that Republicans don’t follow their make the instant check work. One of become a piece of American history, ly loves serving the people of this But times have changed drastically leadership,” he said. “(Boehner) has the things that I’m going to try and do earning the title of the longest-serving district.” in Washington since the 1950s, and reached a number of agreements with is to see to it that the provisions are member of Congress since the birth Dingell stressed that his ability to Dingell has been along for the ride at the president and his administration properly funded. And this time they of the nation. serve the public is only as good as the every strange twist and turn. on a number of occasions, but he’ll go will be. And by the way, that’s good For anyone familiar with his tenure staff he has around him, and Morgan As crisis management — or the lack back up the Capitol and his party will legislation. It was supported by both in the House, Dingell’s dedication to can attest to Dingell’s true affection of it entirely — plagues politicians at smack him on the side of the head and the NRA and the Brady Center.” and effectiveness in a job wrought with for those on his team. the nation’s capitol, Dingell can re- say, ‘Boehner, now you know we’re not Until a deal can be reached on guns, stalemate have become vital chap- “I found working for Congressman member a time when playing nice and going to do that.’” Dingell will have to just be happy with ters in the playbook on how to sur- Dingell to be the most personally re- dealing with your co-workers was a Dingell is admittedly playing a his latest achievement and revel in the vive the big-league legislative jungle warding (experience),” he said. “And part of the job description. young man’s game with an out-of- fact he has helped Congress grow to of Washington D.C. I say that because the experience with “First of all, we didn’t have cri- print playbook. While his experience what it is today, for better or for worse. After all, Dingell did grow up in the John Dingell is that you’re more than ses in Washington because we tried and age-addled wisdom can’t help his On June 13, John Dingell will make capitol, and his career in politics began just a staff member when you work for to avoid it,” Dingell said. “Second of Republican colleagues find common history for his longevity in Congress. before he was even old enough to vote. him. You’re part of his family, you’re a all, we learned how to work together, ground on a yearly budget, his dual But he insists it will be just another As his father, John Dingell Sr., friend, and you really get to see how whether we had a crisis or we were citizenship as a Democrat and an A+ day at the office. took office as the representative for much passion he has for politics and just passing ordinary legislation. We rated member of the National Rifle “It’s been a most rewarding experi- Michigan’s 15th District in 1933, Dingell this community. learned to work together on appro- Association might make him a valu- ence,” he said. “Both my wife (Debbie) spent his youth working as a page in “I am still extremely fond of priations. We learned to work together able player in the debate to solve the and I work very hard to serve our peo- the House. Congressman Dingell. It was a difficult on the budget, which they are totally Gun Problem. ple. We’re very proud of what we’ve When he was 18 years old, he joined decision to decide to leave his office, incapable of doing in the House. We What can we possibly hope for in done. the Army shortly after the bombing of but that’s what he plans on,” Morgan learned to reach across the aisle, and the way of legislation to reduce gun “But it’ll be the same as every day. Pearl Harbor in 1944. The atom bomb added. “He kind of prepares to give us to deal with our Republican colleagues violence in our country? Dingell’s an- You just get up and go to work and do saved him from being deployed with a very solid experience working for through compromise, reconciliation swer is as cryptic as the solution itself. the best you can.” A4 March 4, 2013 Voices The Washtenaw Voice EDITORIAL Women add diversity, Voic e B ox strength to military

As Washtenaw Community College’s commitment to veterans support Interviews and Photographs Michael J. Hlywa Staff Writer grows stronger and more streamlined, so grows the enrollment of those men and women who have served at home and abroad to keep our nation Many students have an impressive arsenal of words they like to toss about safe and unified. like grenades. So, we thought we’d test their acumen with a few bombs we dug up. We’d like to think that their attraction to Washtenaw goes beyond that We asked: What does each of the following words mean: bedizen, exiguous, simple offer of benefits, community and service. Instead, our collective and imbroglio? campus body would much rather view their presence as a staple of the college’s dedication to diversity, and the celebration of an accepted equality. For what is the promise of a higher education other than a means to gain Jake Bond Jessica Johnson Rebecca Mohr Mukai Dinnan an equal advantage when traversing the rocky road of our competitive and 19, Manchester, exercise science 19, Pinckney, veterinary transfer 18, Brighton, biology 16, Romulus, liberal arts troubled times? Bedizen: “I don’t Bedizen: “Maybe Bedizen: “It Bedizen: “It As we end our celebration of Black History Month, a period set aside to even know what like energetic, or makes me think describes an recollect the pursuit of our social evolution through necessary action and to guess. Happy? I something?” of bedazzle.” opening of the unfortunate bloodletting, we become ever-mindful of the modern battles have no idea.” Exiguous: “A person- Exiguous: eyes to see against inequity and segregation. Exiguous: ality trait, maybe?” “Spontaneous something in a The struggle for true equality, as it would appear, does not end with the “Spontaneous.” Imbroglio: “I have or exotic, I different light.” advent of mere milestones, such as the passing of legislation. It is a series Imbroglio: “A type of disease?” no idea.” guess.” Exiguous: “A way to describe a of short steps forward followed by impossible leaps — and then back again. Imbroglio: “It makes me think spastic style of movement.” Such is the case with Civil Rights of the 1960s, the slow-motion decades of some kind of food, a dish like Imbroglio: “Something like that followed and then the light-speed election of President Barack Obama. pasta.” embryo.” Or, rather, the pride of Woman’s Suffrage followed by years of discrimination and harassment in the workplace, unequal pay and formidable, in- Jordan Lewis Eric Liebetrau Rachel Marengere Gabby Stewart visible ceilings preventing extraordinary female workers and thinkers from 20, Albion, radiology 20, Cadillac, science 18, Southgate, child care 21, Dexter, general studies finding their deserved place in the sun. Bedizen: “Can I Bedizen: Bedizen: “To Bedizen: “To sleep.” Although Obama instituted the Lilly Ledbetter Act in 2009, legislation that Google it? I don’t “Stagnant.” bedazzle.” Exiguous: “It sounds gave the promise of equal-pay-for-equal-work validation, women still faced even have a guess.” Exiguous: “Like Exiguous: “How like studious.” impossible odds in high-endurance, physical jobs, primarily in the military. Exiguous: “Some exquisite, syn- somebody acts Imbroglio: “It sounds Last month, the final shard of glass fell from the top floor of the Pentagon form of being onymous with around some- like a human cell.” as outgoing Defense Secretary Leon Panetta issued an end to the centuries- pretentious.” that.” body else.” old ban on women in heavy combat positions. Imbroglio: “Some form of anarchy?” Imbroglio: “Lighting stuff on fire, Imbroglio: “Does it have to do The news came with some confusion to those familiar with the branches like immolate.” with embroidering?” of the armed forces. Women have for decades served in support positions to the most rigorous areas of operations, such as Special Forces and infantry units. In addition, women have taken and continue to take an active role in Cory Armstead Carmen Walters Kaylyn Freeman Jason Youngs armor and artillery units with great success. 30, Ypsilanti, culinary arts 19, Hartland, general studies 20, Ann Arbor, elementary education 30, Ypsilanti, nursing With this ban lifted, women of strength and valor will be able to serve Bedizen: “It Bedizen: “To Bedizen: “It sounds like a Bedizen: “It openly on any frontline and in any sector that the military finds need for sounds like a lag behind, I negative word, so I’m go- sounds like them, including the infantry. town or city in a guess.” ing to say it’s a synonym an enzyme At last, the boys’ club has no ceiling — a renovation that many in the foreign country.” Exiguous: for dislike.” or chemi- higher echelons of rank are calling “a dangerous experiment.” Exiguous: “A “Full of char- Exiguous: “Someone that cal of some That bit of rhetoric came directly from Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jerry Boykins in motion or acter, life, or exudes iguous, but I don’t sort.” his opinion piece published by CNN.com, in which Boykins said that the something.” vibrancy.” think that’s a word.” Exiguous: “Only partly repeal was based on ideology rather than military wisdom. Imbroglio: “I think it’s a thing, Imbroglio: “It reminds me of Imbroglio: “It sounds like a biology term exclusive.” Boykins did not doubt a woman’s ability to serve with honor, asserting something like a machine.” ‘embryonic’ – makes me think of pertaining to an embryo.” Imbroglio: “It’s some sort of only that such a move could lower the bar of physical standards of training, prenatal whatevers.” flower.” might and readiness. Boykins is not alone in his thinking, as many other retired generals and According to Webster’s New World College Dictionary, the verb “bedizen” comes from Dutch and means “to dress or pundits have waded the waters of political debate since the Jan. 23 decision. decorate in a cheap, showy way.” The adjective “exiguous” comes from Latin and describes something that is “scanty; Rep. Charlie Rangel, D-N.Y., stated that if the military wants diversity, it little; small; meager.” Finally, the noun “imbroglio” comes from Italian and is “an involved and confusing situation; should just reinstate the draft. state of confusion and complication.” Such musings are doused not in logic or reasoning, but rather fear of the unknown. Let us not forget that men were afraid that if women could vote, attend college or succeed in business that their homes and children would fall apart in shambles. That if black men could do the same the very fabric Read the Voice online: of society would be torn asunder. Now the same unfounded arguments harp on our ability to defeat foes be- washtenawvoice.com cause our military would be fundamentally different, somehow less powerful. Like the promise of success as a CEO or a judge who comes with a degree from Washtenaw, so too should women in the military have an avenue to success as high-ranking officers. Of course, discrimination and more struggle is sure to follow as women take this next jump forward. But what is the promise of achievement without a hard-fought victory to guarantee it?

THE JASON DUNCAN THE WASHTENAW VOICE Fear and loathing at Washtenaw Volume 19, Issue 12 of having to pay certain part-timers has a high turnover rate as it is. who log enough hours some employ- While these bits of information 4800 E. Huron River Dr. ment benefits. Others said that it was break this story, a two-week hunt for TI 106 a way of tightening up on abuses from other sources turned into a failed fish- Ann Arbor, MI 48105 employees getting too many hours and ing expedition that displayed what (734) 677-5125 milking the system. kind of pressure these people are un- [email protected] Peter Leshkevich, director of der to not talk to anyone about even Student Development and Activities, the most routine happenings around said he believed that HR was not tak- the college. The Voice is committed to correct all errors that appear in the newspaper and BEN SOLIS ing a punitive route in getting rid of Why such loathing on a commuter on its website, just as we are committed to the kind of careful journalism that will these abuses. campus? Why such dire expressions minimize the number of errors printed. To report an error of fact that should be A strange and definite sensa- Yet coming down on everyone for of fear and paranoia, which ultimately corrected, please phone (734) 677-5405 or e-mail thewashtenawvoice@gmail. tion of being gagged and strangled a few lousy cases of abuse seems a bit imply that there is more going on be- com. has gripped the faculty and staff of extreme, eh? hind the scenes about a small story A copy of each edition of The Washtenaw Voice is free to everyone. Additional Washtenaw Community College and Since many of these individuals than meets to eye? By not providing copies are available at the Voice office for 25 cents each. no one’s really sure what to say about are students, the loss of additional a reasonable explanation — and we The Washtenaw Voice does not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability it — or anything at all, for that matter. hours from another job or two could trust there really is a reasonable ex- of any of the information or content in advertisements contained in the What was once a pretty easygoing be detrimental to their ability to pay planation or the college wouldn’t be newspaper or its website, washtenawvoice.com, nor the quality of any products, campus filled with helpful individuals their bills and put food on the table for doing this — administrators instead information or other materials displayed, or obtained by you as a result of an willing to share their insight with any their children — not to mention save give us the feeling they’re trying to advertisement or any other information or offer in or in connection with the random passersby looking for infor- up enough to pay for tuition and books. hide something. services or products advertised. mation has now turned into an uncom- Take Chris Ulrich, for example. Even simple requests for mere fortable cage populated by fit-prone Ulrich works as a teacher’s assistant in confirmations of the changes were administrators and department heads. the 3D animation and graphic design met with coded language, ending with EDITOR STAFF WRITERS Ben Solis Leland Dawson Ask them one question about a ru- department at Washtenaw and also Human Resources officials saying that [email protected] Anna Elias mor on campus or even something as tutors in Learning Support Services. they would rather not talk about why Michael Hlywa MANAGING EDITOR simple as what cool things they’ve got Ulrich said that the changes the changes are coming down until Maria Rigou going on and they’ll start shaking in wouldn’t affect him as much as oth- after everyone was notified. Adrian Hedden Kelly Bracha [email protected] Amanda Jacobs feverish bouts of paranoia and fear. ers, but it would put a damper on his Is this the new marketing strat- PHOTO EDITOR Eric Wade Recently, some news came down savings as he prepares to leave WCC egy? Shut up until told to speak? Are Nathan Clark STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER that part-time employees with more for greener pastures. He did express people so afraid others will find fault [email protected] Charles Manley than one part-time job on campus will concern that by having his tutoring with them if they give reasonable an- DESIGN EDITOR [email protected] have to pick just one and end any other job taken away, his students would swers to reasonable questions from a Peter Hochgraf GRAPHIC DESIGNER jobs they have with the college. lose a valuable resource provided by campus newspaper editor? [email protected] George O’Donovan According to the rumors, which his experience. Between searching stares and dart- [email protected] WEB EDITOR have been confirmed by Human One of his supervisors, animation ing eyes all over my body, as if those Tom Lee DESIGN CONTRIBUTERS Resources, these students and their instructor Randy Van Wagnen, said I seek to interview are looking for a [email protected] Michael Adsit ADVISER Jason Duncan supervisors will have until March 8 that losing someone qualified like wire or some other insidious record- to declare their choice and the purge Ulrich is what makes this change so ing device, vital sources of information Keith Gave CORESPONDENTS [email protected] Isabella Downes will take effect on March 22. tough — for faculty and their students. on this campus seemed paralyzed by ADVERTISING MANAGER But nobody is saying why this pol- Learning Support Services Director uncertainty. Becky Alliston icy is going into effect. Some said it Debra Guerrero said that she didn’t And I know it’s not coming from me. [email protected] was because of the new Affordable know how it would affect her staff, but I am, after all, just the messenger. I’m Health Care Act and the college’s fear that the tutoring services department just here to help. The Washtenaw Voice News March 4, 2013 A5

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While the benefit of increased student success might have been the That’s what she said prime mover for the changes, Baker said some faculty are concerned that By MICHAEL J. HLYWA the shorter terms create unnecessary Staff Writer problems throughout the instruc- tion of the course, such as not having According to a Chinese proverb, “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their right name.” enough time address each students’ One would expect that there is no better place to witness such wisdom than on a college campus. With an erudite faculty, a comprehensive library and needs. a convenient Writing Center at their disposal, Washtenaw Community College students are sure to have refined lexicons. Here is a vocabulary lesson “A few of the concerns are the length straight from Washtenaw’s collegians coupled with definitions taken from Webster’s New World Dictionary. of time of courses, about them being What is the most impressive, unusual, or obscure word that you know and what does it mean? too short and the number of contact hours each course had,” Baker said. Regular 15-week courses, such as in the Fall and Winter semesters, meet for a total of three hours a week. The “Pulchritudinous: beautiful. It’s such an ugly word and “Poignant: very important and to the point.” initial 7½-week courses met for six that’s interesting.” Lillian Dwyer, 20, Ann Arbor, culinary arts hours a week and the new six-week Owen Cousino, 17, Ypsilanti, technical communication Webster’s: “sharp, biting, penetrating, pointed” or courses will need to meet for 7½ Webster’s: characterized by “physical beauty.” “evoking pity, compassion, etc.; emotionally touching hours to fulfill the required contact or moving.” hours, according to Baker. Some faculty also expressed concerns to Baker that the trial period would be superseded and that the change to six weeks could remain “Urohydrosis: something vultures do to stay cool is they a permanent fixture of the summer urinate on their legs and the evaporation helps cool them.” “Facetious: kind of sarcastic, like you’re joking around.” schedule. Aspen Ellis, 16, Saline, biology Brooke Ostrander, 16, Fowlerville, liberal arts transfer “I’m confident that the trial period Webster’s lacks an entry for this term, but according to Webster’s: “joking or trying to be jocular, esp. at an will just be an experiment,” Baker said. Grzimek’s Animal Life Encyclopedia, “Storks, shoebills inappropriate time.” So how do students feel about lon- and vultures share the unusual characteristic of cooling ger class periods and shorter course down by urohydrosis – excreting urine on the legs to in- lengths? crease evaporation.” “It depends on your learning style,” said Mike Devol, 27, a supply chain management student from Ann Arbor. “For some it could be a huge benefit. “Preposterous: something outrageous or unorthodox. “Caveat: to use with caution.” I’m interested in seeing how breaks It doesn’t make sense – when you do something totally Kaylyn Freeman, 20, Ann Arbor, elementary school are worked in. Yeah it’s shorter, but out of whack.” education it gets out a week and a half sooner.” Jordan Lewis, 20, Albion, radiology Webster’s: “a warning.” Webster’s: “so contrary to nature, reason, or common sense as to be laughable; absurd; ridiculous.” Tutoring saves — in more ways than one

one hour per day of tutoring.” Guerrero admits they do see those on their own. going on in the class. A tutor can also She explained that the time limit who are struggling in class or recently “I’m here from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. just practice dictation with you, correct By MICHAEL J. HLYWA allows them to serve all the students returned to school, but also those that Tuesdays and Thursdays with straight you immediately and give you that Staff Writer who come in. The math and science are getting all A’s and want to keep it classes, and then afterwards I go home immediate feedback that I can’t give tutoring center, in particular, is in high that way. and do the homework,” Choiniere said. you in class.” At most colleges, students who demand. Jason Davis, mathematics instruc- But Davis cautions against such an Fortunately, there are those who need help with coursework for just “We see up to 100 people a day in tor, encourages his students to use isolationist approach. have figured out what professors one class, one hour per week could that area,” Guerrero said. tutors. But many, he knows, have so “Self-study, to me, is almost the like Davis and Ferrario are trying spend $600 or more throughout a se- In some of the other subjects, much going on that they can’t justify worst way to go,” Davis explained. to explain. Business student Walter mester. For Washtenaw Community Guerrero adds, the demand isn’t as setting aside extra time for tutoring. “When you’re working with a tutor, McAdam, a 20-year-old from Ypsilanti, College students, however, tutoring high and students may be able to re- Plus, he thinks that when they do, they you’re more likely to push yourself uses the tutoring center to help with is a free luxury. quest more time, provided another need to have patience. harder. You’re more likely to per- his algebra. He thinks that a lot of stu- WCC’s Learning Support Services first-time user isn’t waiting. “I think there’s a couple of things,” sist when may- dents don’t know what they’re missing. administers complimentary drop-in She also points out that there are Davis said. “I know with my students, be (if you were “I like to have someone to talk to tutoring to all enrolled students. The other more informal tutoring formats one of the biggest things is they went alone) you’d give who can help me understand (math) service covers a variety of subjects in a available. For instance, they recently into the lab once, they had one sub- up and go watch better instead of me just trying to fig- handful of formats. All students need introduced the Chemistry Resource optimal experience with a tutor and ‘American Idol.’” ure it out and getting stuck for hours. is their student ID cards. Room, where students are able to meet then decided that the tutors aren’t Davis also Even if you don’t think you need (a “We want to other chemistry students, pool their good. Tutors are just like any other thinks that stu- tutor) it’s always good to go because make sure every- knowledge and even ask questions of a teacher – some are going to work bet- dents who rely they know something you don’t, and one’s an enrolled study leader who circulates the room. ter with you than others. So I always Jason Davis on self-study are they can help you have a better un- WCC student,” So why aren’t students mobbing tell my students to go in and try dif- more likely to make and repeat errors. derstanding of what any concept is,” said Debra the tutoring centers? ferent tutors until you find one that “The tutor is going to catch errors McAdam said. Guerrero, direc- Many, like McKenzie Goff, an works for you. before you make the same error five If saving time, avoiding frustration tor of Learning 18-year-old global studies student “The other is time. Students feel or seven times in different problems,” and gaining a better understanding Support Services, from Dexter, don’t see the point. like they don’t have the time. But what Davis added. aren’t enough reasons, however, just “because other Debra Guerrero “None of my classes are really chal- they don’t realize is that what might Along with catching persistent think of the value. students from other universities will lenging at the moment, and I haven’t take them three hours of intense frus- mistakes, Nancy Ferrario, a Spanish As Davis pointed out: “Private tu- try to use our free tutoring.” felt the need to use (tutoring),” Goff tration to get through they may be able instructor, cites more reasons why tutors are so expensive, so the fact that Guerrero says they also require said. to do in an hour if they have some guid- tors should be part of students’ regular Washtenaw provides tutoring free of check-in to help track usage and pre- Well, Guerrero thinks that may be ance from a tutor. So, they can actu- study routines. charge to the students is quite amaz- vent individual students from overus- due in part to image. ally save time and have their time be “Reinforcement, immediate feeding. When I was in college I could ing the one-on-one sessions. “There’s been the misconcep- more productive.” back, extra practice and the eradica- make between $30 and $50 per hour “When you go to see a tutor on tion that, because the service is Indeed, many, like nursing stu- tion of common errors — I think those private tutoring. a one-to-one basis you have a set through Learning Support, it’s only dent Jared Choiniere, 19, from South are the four biggest things,” Ferrario “The fact that they can get all of that amount of time,” Guerrero contin- for students who have special needs,” Lyon, feel like the little time they have said. “The tutor can offer yet another for free, they might as well snag it up.” ued. “Every student can have up to Guerrero said. “That is not true.” would be better spent doing the work way to practice that enhances what is

JARED ANGLE THE WASHTENAW VOICE PREZEMEK OZOG THE WASHTENAW VOICE Requesting assistance: Learning Support Services, located in Students helping students: Biology tutor Elana Elkin (left), 29, from Ann Arbor, goes over biology notes with student Scott Klanke, 46, from Ypsilanti, at the Biology Room 104 in the Liberal Arts building, is were students can request Resource Center in GM 201 and 203. tutoring assistance and other educational exceptions. A6 March 4, 2013 News The Washtenaw Voice

SNOW BLIND FROM A1 its regularly scheduled programming, our minds with fiendish vision. ill-fated decision to post a photo from challenge. And finally, mercifully, the ignoring the multitude of weather re- It was not until we learned well the second floor of the Student Center powers that be cancelled classes on in The Washtenaw Voice, news of the ports starting a day in advance that into the storm that the extension cen- showing the campus encased in the Wednesday. miscommunications went generally warned of the potential severity of ter in Dexter, which many of our stu- wintry shroud, extolling the beauty The announcement was made unnoticed. the storm. dents drive through to get to main of a freshly fallen snow. at 4:42 a.m., nearly 12 hours after it The dent on Washtenaw’s reputa- It is well known that the Michigan- campus, had been closed, that annoy- For those using Facebook while sit- should have been made, when the tion among its denizens prompted born-or-bred college student is from a ance turned to shock and anger. ting in class, biding their time before weather caused the roads to be dan- then-new President Rose Bellanca brave and often foolish tribe. We will Shortly afterward, the college an- their treacherous journey home, the gerous enough to keep the trustees and since-departed Vice President of ultimately throw caution to the wind nounced that the Board of Trustees post was considered a heinous insult, away from campus. Administration and Finance Steven in rough weather and get to where we meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. — the another slap in the face. Saying shame on those who make Hardy to vow that such an occurrence need to be, not because we’re inher- same time most evening classes were A comment stream formed, with these decisions for not closing down would never happen again. ently stupid, but because we can take it. to begin — had been cancelled. Here mad posters calling the college lead- the college would be outside our realm That is, until we were hit by the So when Washtenaw decided not was proof enough that the people who ership irresponsible and dangerously of moral jurisdiction, and calling foul late-winter storm last week that pum- to close, we were not so much upset run this college seemed to care more out of touch. for poor judgment when using social meled the Midwest, causing yet an- as we were annoyed. about their own well-being than that The photo – it really was lovely – re- media would be futile, at best. other fiasco. As the weather got worse, as rain of the students, faculty and staff who mained on Washtenaw CC’s Facebook. Suffice to say the students of As 61 schools and 16 college cam- turned to freezing sleet and then heavy, populate the campus most weeknights. The snow continued to fall. A convoy Washtenaw Community College have puses closed their doors last Tuesday, wet dangerous snow on icy roads, the If that wasn’t enough of a slap of snowplows were busy by 11 p.m., spoken, and on Tuesday, Feb. 26, they fearing for the safety of their com- fear and paranoia began to set in, and in the face, a social media expert attempting to clear the parking lots, spoke the words for us, for the world muter students, Washtenaw stuck to the dread of a late-night spin-out filled employed by the college made the which would prove to be an all-night to see. And they weren’t pretty. Chilling Events

4 p.m. – Washtenaw 11:45 a.m. – 6:09 p.m. – WDIV Channel 4 Rain starts to closes its News’ website clickonde- 8:50 p.m. – fall around Dexter troit.com issues a list of 61 Three inches campus. As it extension Michigan schools closed due to of snow hits the ground, center for all inclement weather Washten- have fallen sleet starts to classes aw Community College, East- 6:26 p.m. – Voice Managing and classes form. It had not scheduled ern Michigan and University of Editor Adrian Hedden takes this are still in yet turned into after 5 p.m. Michigan’s Ann Arbor campus photo of a crashed car near the session. snow. are not among them. northwest campus service drive. Feb. 26 → Feb. 27

12 p.m. 3 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:53 p.m. – Voice Staff Writer 9 p.m. 5 a.m. 6:10 p.m. – Washtenaw Kelly Bracha takes this photo of an empty class room, which 3 p.m. – Snow Community College’s Face- 4:42 a.m. – book page, Washtenaw CC, was unofficially cancelled by begins to plummet on the teacher. Washtenaw Washtenaw’s campus posts a photo of the campus Community engulfed in snow taken from College officially the top of the Student Center. closes campus 5:06 p.m. – The regularly scheduled Users on Facebook were Board of Trustees meeting is can- for Wednesday, outraged that the school had Feb. 27. celled due to inclement weather. posted the photo and were Classes at the college’s main campus not cancelling classes. are not cancelled. ILLUSTRATION BY PETER HOCHGRAF THE WASHTENAW VOICE

Editor’s Note: minutes in. Why didn’t you just save Shawna Gerry, 33, Jackson those of us that are from Dexter or interest to close class for the day, or everyone time and gas money and just “I am going to make a prediction drive through Dexter still have to trav- at least until road conditions are not Below are comments from the close the school.” that even if all other schools close to- el those same roads. as hazardous.” Facebook Pages of Washtenaw morrow (including other WCC cam- Community College and The Caitlyn Rachel, 22, Highland puses) that the main campus will still Becky Pagels, 27, Folwerville Nancy Roxanne Washtenaw Voice, regarding the col- “I have had a problem since start- be open. Even though many of us drive “Pretty sad that our money is worth “We have a small child (age 3) that lege’s decision not to cancel classes. ing at WCC in August 2009 with them PAST said closed campuses to get to more to them than our “voice” and attends WCC Children’s Center while The comments from WCC’s page are not closing the school down when it is there. safety. Epic fail WCC! we are in class, so not only are we risk- in response to a picture posted by the necessary. I should not be complain- “It is difficult, because they know “I feel that keeping the campus ing our lives, but our child’s life when college that showed the snowy abyss ing now as I live five minutes from the that so many of their students com- open is a safety issue for those who they refuse to cancel classes. It is just from the top of the Student Center. school. However, in the beginning I mute. If they deem the roads in the have to make a commute. For the safe- not worth it in my book. Please think Many respondents were outraged. was driving form Manchester, then I Dexter area to be dangerous enough ty and well-being of the students, I of your students and their families, Some of their comments (edited for was driving from Jackson just to get to cancel class at that campus, then think it would be in the college’s best WCC!” brevity, clarity and grammar) follow: to class. “I feel like administration does not have any level of concern for those Rebecca Linton, 22, Howell (students, staff, and faculty) who are “…I should have stayed home. The driving a long distance. It is such a roads are awful and my 45 minute shame, because for those of us who drive turned into almost two hours. chose to stay home on days when it They need to learn when to cancel was just awful out, our attendance classes before we all die trying to get suffers. to class. “I am so glad I will be done with this “I just find it extremely annoying school in May. to be honest. I, along with many others, commute to this school and in Andrew Crumb, 26, Whitmore Lake weather like today’s it’s a nightmare. “I think we should all complain on I think that if every school in the area Facebook instead of talking to some- is closed, we should be too. one about it who has anything to do “I was terrified my entire drive to with (whether) the school should class, and I am not looking forward to close or not. You know, this is prob- my drive home.” ably someone who is in charge of the website and not the president or any- Nathan Knapp, 27, Ypsilanti one with the authority to close school. ALEX PARIS THE WASHTENAW VOICE “There was a total of six people Cry to someone who cares.” in my class and they called class 25 The abyss: Taken nearly 24 hours after the initial snowfall on Feb. 26, an icy tundra still engulfed Washtenaw’s campus during an unorthodox and long-overdue snow day.

Clery Act forces sun to shine on campuses out,” said Steve Degnan, a security of- working the front desk, and though Even when incidents are not reported • Campuses that maintain a police department are required to maintain a ficer at Concordia, said when a visitor she had no ranking position in her on a given day, a corresponding entry daily crime log that contains specified information about any and all crimes asked to see the school’s incident re- department she was friendly, helpful is still made. that occur within the patrol jurisdiction of the campus police and that are ports. “There are just some things that and fully knowledgeable of reports Little description of the incidents reported to the campus police department. they don’t want getting out.” contained in the log — and shared all is given other than a one or two word • Campuses must publish an annual security report detailing statistics GRADE: D pertinent details with reporters. category such as larceny or vandal- regarding crimes committed on campus and at affiliated locations for the GRADE: A ism. Director of Safety and Security previous three calendar years, and describing specified policies, procedures, EASTERN MICHIGAN Jacques Desrosiers is occasionally on- and programs regarding safety and security. UNIVERSITY UNIVERSTIY OF MICHIGAN hand to further specify on reports, but • The Act requires the collection and reporting of annual crime statistics EMU’s campus police update a When reporters approached se- reporters receive little help from of- reflecting reports of specified crimes that occur on, and adjacent to, campus daily crime log online and provide an curity officers at U-M, they received fice personnel or dispatch officers, all and certain properties associated with the campus. electronic kiosk at the school’s secu- little assistance in reviewing incident of whom refer requests for additional • The campus must make the crime log for the most recent 60-day period rity office available to public review reports and, despite the Clery Act’s re- information that should be available open to public inspection during normal business hours, while crime logs at any time. The entries provide brief, quirement for immediacy, were only in the reports to Desrosiers. containing material more than 60 days old must be retained for seven years two-or-three-word descriptions, along provided a website to visit on their At the time of reporting, Feb 28, se- for public inspection upon two days’ notice. with the time, date and locations and own time, somewhere else. curity officials said that a changeover the status of investigations. “Laws don’t catch up with tech- to new software prevented them from “If someone wanted it, we would nology; that (a hard copy) would be a maintaining incident reports since CLERY FROM A1 of student life at Concordia University, print it for them,” said Julie Hughes, ridiculous requirement,” said Jesse Feb. 16, a clear violation of the Clery a private Christian college just under an EMU communications officer, of Johnson, records evidence manager Act’s requirement to maintain reports location so we don’t have very many two miles North of WCC, does not pub- the log. “We don’t have one that we with the University of Michigan Police. every 48 hours. issues. lish incident reports or provide daily print out every day because it’s online. “It’s all online.” “We’re switching reporting soft- “Let me know if you find a secret crime statistics to the public. It’s always available here to anyone The U-M Police’s website does offer ware over,” Desrosiers said. “There are formula to keep everyone safe,” he “We have to allow the crime log to who wants to see it” instant updates and detailed descrip- glitches that we’re working through said to reporters. be available to the public, but not pub- GRADE: B tions of the large multitude of crimes with the vendor.” And at least for small satellite lo- lished,” Chambers said. “That applies which occur on U-M’s metropolitan But other security employees were cations, the Clery Act’s public log re- to private schools, maybe that’s the SCHOOLCRAFT COLLEGE campus and provides PDF files of the optimistic the problem would be fixed, quirement does not apply. difference.” Schoolcraft, in Livonia, provides actual police reports. in a week. “If a separate location has its own While Concordia, with an enroll- an updated log that can also be found GRADE: C “I’m not going to promise anything security office, it must have its own ment of about 900 students, maintains in a binder at the security office, avail- for tomorrow,” security office secre- log,” LoMonte said. “If a campus is so a digital database of crime logs and able to anyone at any time. With up- WASHTENAW COMMUNITY tary Barb La Fleur said last Thursday. small that there isn’t a security force, files annual reports to the Michigan dates every 48 hours, the log details COLLEGE “But definitely next week, you should then they don’t need a log.” Department of Education, Chambers the time and date of occurrence as At WCC, any member of the public get something.” GRADE: E (for exempt) did not provide reporters with an inci- well as a short description and loca- can enter the security office on the sec- GRADE: F dent log until two days after a request tion along with a case number and if ond floor of the parking structure and Editor Ben Solis and reporters Kelly CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY was made. an arrest was made. review a binder of heavily redacted, Bracha and Isabella Downes contrib- Eric Chambers, executive director “I can’t just give that information Security officer Jeanne Stapula was daily reports from Campus Security. uted to this report.

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Washtenaw students

react to women in combat

decade have increased the visi- Confirming that women By BEN SOLIS bility of women’s presence in the have indeed experienced Editor military, causing public opin- the horrors of combat, 144 ion about them being there to died in the line of fire in both Washtenaw Community change drastically. countries.

College student and Afghan The Department of Defense While she admits that War veteran Ashley Hall knows also may have made the change some women just can’t do exactly what it is like to be a because of a lawsuit that was the kind of jobs that will be woman in a classically macho issued by the American Civil made available to them, Hall and male-dominated field. Liberties Union on behalf of sev- acknowledges the precedent And if her memory serves eral service women who argued set by the measure. her right, the impression that that the ban was unconstitution- “It will certainly open women haven’t taken an active al and discriminatory, according doors,” Hall said. “There are role in modern military oper- to the CFR blog Foreign Affairs. plenty of women who want

ations is both outdated and As the ban is lifted, wom- to do those things. I have misinformed. en looking to serve in Special friends who have been shot “Even just culturally, a wom- Forces units and other direct at while in combat. But physi- en is an important part of mil- combat positions can — as long ologically, there are differ- itary operations,” said Hall, as they meet the physical and ences in the way we are built, 39, a reservist in the 321st MI mental standards, as men do. strength-wise. Battalion. “A lot of people think For Hall, the news is exciting “My hope is that they don’t that women aren’t doing it or but also confusing, especially to lower the standards. Women playing an active in role in com- those who know the status of don’t want that, it’s not what Random Acts of

bat already, but that’s not true.” women already serving in the I want. I want to know that Kindness Bravo Awards Ticket: Henry Ford Museum – For years, enlisted women military. if I’m in that position, I’ve Accepting nominations Titanic Exhibit have been present on the front “It happens even now,” she earned it.” until March 20 Friday, September 28 lines through combat support said. “It wasn’t allowed, there According to women not Nominate a staff or positions that often force them were no designated Special enlisted in the military the Ticket: Peter Pan at Fox $12 includes: college-van faculty member for their transportation, museum/exhibit to engage in firefights and at- Forces females, but the jobs I change is a chance for women Theatre hard work and dedication. tack operations, according to did didn’t require me to be on to show what they are made Witness the magic! admission and a boxed lunch! All nominees will receive a Hall. However, since the “direct the front.” of. Tickets: $23/each combat rule” of 1994, women That doesn’t mean she didn’t “I think they should be sweet surprise! have been banned from being see action. allowed to serve,” said Abby Parking pass available for $9 http://tinyurl.com/wccbra assigned to units whose pri- When she first entered the Merritt, a 25-year-old radi- Sunday, April 21, 2013 voaward2013 mary mission is to engage in tail end of the war in Afghanistan ography student from Ann 6:30 p.m. combat arms. in 2009, Hall’s tour was seeming- Arbor. “Based on your abil- With President Barack ly uneventful. That is until she ities, you should be able to Relay for Life Obama and outgoing Secretary started working as an aviation as long as you do what is of Defense Leon Panetta’s deci- battalion support specialist, fly- required.” Join our team! http://tinyurl.com/WCC2013TeamRelay sion to lift the ban last month, ing over combat zones at 12,000 Merritt said that change Apply to be WCC’s 2013 Raise money and awareness for women will finally be able to feet every night in Blackhawk would not affect her decision Student Graduate Speaker break through an important and Apache helicopters. not to serve in the military, the American Cancer Society Eligibility requirements: and long-established glass Her unit’s main mission was adding that “if I did go in, I’d . ceiling. to catch any improvised explo- like to know that I had all the Be graduating from According to the Council sive devices (IEDs) along the opportunities of a man.” WCC and participating Talent Show on Foreign Relations (CFR), way. Lyla-Krystal Jones, 19, of in the graduation Check out your fellow students as several factors impacted the Aside from Hall’s first-hand Ann Arbor, shared a similar ceremonies they wow the crowd! change. experience of being and see- opinion. . Must be obtaining an First, the top leadership ing other women in combat, a “This is definitely a step Friday, March 15

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Faces of campus: Hand-drawn portraits crafted by Jon Onye Lockard are found throughout the Student Center, mounted on the walls of the second and third floors.

you got your portrait done by Jon and studio art professor, remembers because of the culture that Lockard By MICHAEL J. HLYWA Lockard,” Hommel explained. “So all Lockard for his high standards. helped engender. Staff Writer those portraits you see, those are do- “His real strength as a teacher at “What was unique about nors to the college. The donor would Washtenaw Community College was Washtenaw is that people like Morris You can’t walk through the halls bring a black and white photo, and his demand that students give every- Lawrence and Jon Lockard brought in of Washtenaw Community College then Jon would recreate it in char- thing. He did not accept halfhearted an Afrocentric perspective to the col- without seeing the name Jon Onye coal. People really loved having their attempts,” Wilson said. lege environment, which is unusual Lockard. His enamel tiled apple tree portrait (done). It showcases that you Lockard’s legacy, along with his de- because most colleges are founded dominates the south stairwell of the gave to the college, you established a mand for excellence, helped serve as on a Eurocentric perspective,” Naylor Business and Education building. scholarship and there’s your portrait.” a foundation for one student in par- explained. “So what that did is it cre- His portraits pepper the walls in the But Lockard’s portraits were only ticular, Ben Cowan. Since graduat- ated an environment where white and Student Center and Crane Liberal one facet of his work. His paintings ing from WCC, Cowan has launched black students could interact together Arts and Science buildings. Yet for all were his real passion, according to his own career in the art and teach- but kind of foster equal respect for his exposure, many students remain Anne Rubin, director of Gallery One. ing world, and is now considered an what we call Afrocentricity. I person- aloof to his lasting contributions to “We had a show for him on the oc- emerging artist. As a former student ally found that very healthy, and that’s the college. casion of his putting up that piece in of Lockard’s, Cowan knows the artist’s what attracted me. Lockard was a professor of art at the BE building. (His work is) really influence was crucial. “He’s an elder of American civil WCC from 1969-2009. During his 40- very colorful, very vibrant. A lot of “His voice is important since he rights, of American ethnicity, of art,” year career, he influenced the college African-American artists have used grew up in a time that I only read about Naylor added, “and all students can and its students with his art and the these strong, brilliant, rich colors, and or hear about,” Cowan said. “Some of benefit from an appreciation of their rich experiences of his lifetime. Jon is in that tradition. He’s very pro- the stories he told were just outra- elders, but particularly those elders His prolific portraits are certainly lific and works very, very hard. He has geous—some of the racism and ad- who have a deep appreciation of his- some of his most obvious contribu- been, within the arts community, a versity that he ran up against and tory, and Jon does. He packs a wisdom tions to Washtenaw. Lockard teamed strong voice for equality for a very the struggles that he went through that comes from all his experiences up with the WCC Foundation on a long time,” Rubin said. to just stay an artist and even to just that you can’t help but be infected by project to inspire benefactors’ invest- Lockard was born during the Great be a person. or learn from.” ment in the college. Judith Homell Depression and grew up through some “He’s really made it through, and So the next time you walk past one was the executive associate to former of the most tumultuous periods of con- he’s like a shining beacon for people of Lockard’s portraits, allow your- WCC president Larry Whitworth and temporary local and American history. of all ages and races.” self to absorb the lessons of this es- ROBERT CONRADI THE WASHTENAW VOICE worked closely with the Foundation. His experiences metamorphose into a But the classroom isn’t the only teemed artist, mentor and individual. Artist at work: Lockard works on another She recalls the genesis of Lockard’s voice which has influenced countless place Lockard imbued with his wis- Consider this quote from his website: hand-drawn portrait in his art studio portraits. people, especially students. dom. Michael Naylor, performing “You don’t know where you’re going, “If you donated to the Foundation, Elaine Wilson, acclaimed artist arts professor, joined WCC’s faculty if you don’t know where you’ve been.” Proselytizing history Meet Thornton Perkins… Perkins is so known for his grandiose anticipation. Perkins began his lec- ‘All right! All right!’ entrance, that other students are in- ture, a recap from the previous ses- spired to re-enact it. sion’s exploration of the world events On one frigid, gloomy Tuesday surrounding World War II—only it By MICHAEL J. HLYWA morning in February, students shuf- seemed less like an oration and more Staff Writer fled into LA161, many looking as like a sermon. though they had just stumbled out Perkins fervently highlighted Smooth, stylish, commanding of bed. They groggily pulled out their Roosevelt’s New Deal, punctuating and impassioned: these are not the 20th century history textbooks, boot- his presentation with dramatic paus- words most students would attribute ed up their laptops and got ready for es. He threw his entire body into his to a 67-year-old history professor. But another 90-minute lecture. speaking, pacing before the class like a those students never met Thornton In strutted Perkins, imposing and panther, gesturing grandly and point- Perkins. strikingly dressed from head to toe in ing suddenly at individual students Perkins makes an impression on black. Nothing about this man looked to contribute. But the students were his class from the very moment he 67, except maybe his stylish goatee prepared and eager to engage in his walks through the door. which faded from ash above his lip discourse. Retail management student, Ethan to shining white below his chin. He Suddenly he said, “And now it’s

Burt, 19, from Ypsilanti, recalls his first greeted the room with a single “all what? It’s 12:25, and that means it’s CHRIS ASADIAN THE WASHTENAW VOICE impression of Perkins. right” and strolled to the podium at “He opened the door, did a nice the front of the classroom. Confronting cowardice: Moderator Thornton Perkins, left, tries to stop Dave Adamson from leaving the Political Forum in the ML Building on Oct. 23, 2008. strut in and said, ‘All right, all right, all In that instant, the atmosphere PERKINS right,’” Burt said. In fact, he continues, changed. Students’ eyes lit up in CONTINUED B4 B2 March 4, 2013 SPORTS WASHTENAW VOICE Olympics have wrestling down for the count, but sport isn’t pinned yet

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Pinning down success: A wrestler from Pioneer High School competing in a recent tournament at Canton High School.

Local wrestlers react same meeting wrestling was dropped wrestling,” Ebrom said, “but the de- in a secret ballot, the same voters sup- velopment of how a kid matures from to news that ancient ported continuation of the much less a sport like wrestling.” pastime may lose its prominent modern pentathlon, which The transformation of youth into international standing combines shooting, horseback-riding, dedicated and responsible adults is running, swimming and fencing. a part of what the wrestling commu- Raphaël Martinetti, the acting nity considers a great aspect of the By ERIC WADE president of FILA, resigned after the sport. Jahi Hillard, 18, a wrestler for Staff Writer IOC made the decision to remove Pioneer High School, credits wrestling wrestling from its list of core sports. for much of his success. Middle school girls wearing sin- FILA issued a statement saying it takes “Wrestling was a big part of my life, glets beneath their warm-ups shared its responsibility very seriously, and and it still is,” Hillard said. “It’s helped the same emotions of shock and an- as a sport it is willing to undertake me develop as a young man, and I be- guish as boys sweating it out on the all the necessary steps for their sport lieve that I wouldn’t have prospered mats: The International Olympic to remain on the core program of the the way I have without wrestling.” Committee’s decision to eliminate Olympic Games. If wrestling doesn’t make it past wrestling as a competitive sport in The IOC hasn’t made any com- the short list of events into the games, the 2020 Olympics is outrageous— ments on why wrestling was removed, Massa would feel disappointment, but and wrong. but McFarland feels that as a commu- would still compete. “I think it’s stupid,” said Kaitlin nity there wasn’t enough lobbying for “I would still train,” Massa said. “I Petit, 14. “Wrestling is a tough sport the sport. would just be training for the cham- and it should be in the Olympics.” “We weren’t doing things that oth- pionships and that would be the next “And it’s one of the oldest sports,” er sports and other governing bodies biggest thing.” said her friend, Anna Jewel, 13, finish- were doing to keep their programs Wrestling doesn’t have a profes- ing Petit’s thought. included in the games or to get them sional outlet, but some consider that Both girls are students at Goodrich as part of the games,” McFarland said. taking wrestling out of the Olympics Middle School and competitors in Despite all of the confusion and an- could impact youth. Michigan Women’s Wrestling. guish about the IOC’s decision, Taylor “I think it’s a big hit for the youth. With the exception of the 1900 Massa, 19, a wrestler for the University Even though it’s not directly impacting Olympic Games, wrestling has been of Michigan and an Olympic hopeful, them now, it will in the future,” Ebrom a core sport in the Games since the remains confident that wrestling has said. “In other sports like football and inaugural event in 1896. Now, its fu- a future in the Olympics. basketball, you have the NFL and the ture is in doubt, and local wrestlers “I almost think they did that on pur- NBA, but for wrestling there is not and their coaches are speaking out. pose because wrestling will be able to a real professional wrestling league At a recent high school wrestling push back in, versus if they put one of and the top echelon of the sport is tournament, Keegan Powers, 17, who the other sports they might not be able the Olympics.” competes for Pioneer High School, to pull back in,” Massa said. For McFarland, the greatest thing and Alex Cornelius, 17, who represents Wrestling still has a chance to be about the Olympic wrestling team Saline High School, had similar reac- in the 2020 Olympics. It now joins is that competitors do it from their tions as the girls. the seven shortlisted sports including hearts and not for the money. “I think it’s a terrible choice,” baseball/softball, karate, roller sports, “The fact that these guys aren’t Cornelius said. sport climbing, squash, wakeboarding professionals, that they’re doing it “I think it’s ridiculous,” Powers and wushu, a form of Chinese martial for the sport, that’s one thing that I added. arts, competing for inclusion as an ad- thought was neat about our Olympic Joe McFarland, head coach for the ditional sport, according to the IOC. team,” McFarland said. “These guys University of Michigan’s wrestling Chris Ebrom, 26, an assistant aren’t getting paid multimillion dol- team, said he felt that FILA (the ac- coach for Saline High School, feels lar contracts. ronym for wrestling’s Olympic gov- that wrestling can fight its way back in. “These guys in wrestling that are erning body) wasn’t doing enough to “I think turning this decision representing the United States have assure the sport’s prominence. around will need showing what im- put their lives and families on hold ERIC WADE THE WASHTENAW VOICE “I think (FILA) got caught sleeping pact it has on youth and what impact while they’re continuing to chase that Let’s Get Physical: Young women warming up before a recent Michigan Women’s Wrestling to be honest with you,” McFarland said. it has on kids turning into adults and dream, so to see that possibly come to tournament at Goodrich High School. He may have an argument. At the the development for more than just an end is disappointing.” March 4, 2013 SPOTLIGHT WASHTENAW VOICE B3

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Reaching for relief: A custom Gamers Old pros: David ‘Walshy’ Walsh, left, and Mike ‘Hastr0’ Rufail, both Cash money: Players participating in the Halo 4 tournament for a The cavalry: ROTC recruits volunteered as Outreach Xbox 360 controller made by former professional players, together at the annual Gamers for Giv- chance to win the $1,500 first-place prize. security for the Gamers for Giving event. Envy Controllers, a company that special- ing event at Eastern Michigan University. Gamers Outreach Foundation started the izes in making custom gaming peripherals. ‘Fun For Our Troops’ project that supplies Envy Controllers gave 20 percent of all pro- care packages to troops serving overseas. ceeds to the Gamers Outreach Foundation during the event. B A

By KELLY BRACHA A meddling cop who didn’t like the “I took a tour of a hospital in Ann MVP Awards in recognition of his “ex- Rapids, Walsh’s hometown. Staff Writer idea of a bunch of kids congregating Arbor and started thinking about the ceptional technical expertise, will- For Rufail, also known as “hastr0,” would have a hard time stopping that, mobility aspect. There was no solu- ingness to help others make the most the mission of Gamers Outreach Whoever said, “if at first you don’t Wigal figured. And he was right. tion to transporting games to kids that of their technology and for making touched him on a personal level. succeed” might have had Zach Wigal The first official Gamers for Giving can’t yet leave their beds,” Wigal said. a significant and positive impact on “I’ve had to spend time in the hos- in mind. event was held in 2008. More than “There was a play room, but the kids communities.” pital for family and know that it’s re- Wigal’s first attempt to turn his pas- 500 gamers participated, and the in there were, more often than not, David Walsh and Mike Rufail, both ally hard to keep moral up and stay sion for gaming into something unique event raised $4,000 for the Autism the ones that are about to head home.” former profes- happy,” Rufail said. “The kart program and fun was thwarted by a disgruntled Society of America. The event became As a result, Gamers Outreach start- sional gamers was genius and it helps a lot of people police officer when he was 17 years old. the masthead for Gamers Outreach ed project GO Kart. GO Karts are video and well-known through the day.” He didn’t quit, and turned an unfor- Foundation. game setups on wheels, designed with personalities Rufail aided in the construction of tunate event into something far more “I started ex- ease of use and mobility in mind. Each within the gam- a GO Kart for hospitalized veterans at fortunate – for others. ploring concep- GO Kart can be easily moved between ing community, the Dallas VA Medical Center in Texas. What resulted was far greater than tually what I rooms, allowing hospital staff and vol- reached out to “It means a lot to me as an American he could have ever imagined. Despite could do to give unteers to bring the games directly to Wigal to help with to be able to help those guys,” Rufail the setback, Wigal persevered, and back through the children. the organization. said. “Our soldiers love to play games “Gamers for Giving” was born. gaming. Could Wigal is 23 now, and his events “After seeing and need entertainment just as much At a recent event in February at video games be have raised thousands of dollars for David Walsh what Zach had as everybody else.” Eastern Michigan University, the used for chari- numerous charitable causes, but he going on, I want- In addition to the GO Kart program, video game tournament raised over ty?” Wigal asked. is careful to remember the underly- ed to be there to help with anything,” Gamers Outreach also runs “Fun For $15,000 for Wigal’s Gamers Outreach “I wanted there ing goals. Walsh said. “It’s rewarding doing this, Our Troops,” which supplies video charity organization. Zach Wigal to be a connect- “People say it’s just for making a and it’s so easy. I get to do gaming, game care packages to soldiers serv- Wigal, a former Washtenaw ing point for ev- better name for [video] games. I’ve which is my passion and hobby, and ing overseas. Community College student, remi- eryone in the community in the same become careful about it being just it goes to a purpose.” Rufail urges others to get involved nisced on the canceled 2007 event, way walkathons and marathons have, about gaming and our names,” he Walsh, known by his in-game alias in the charity, even if that means just “I got a call from the superintendent but with video games.” said. “We actually really care about “Walshy,” raised more than $3,800 spreading the word. and was told my permit was canceled. Wigal began brainstorming ideas the initiatives.” through his live stream channels on “It doesn’t take a lot,” he said. “Just “People who signed up were very for charity projects after learning Despite his humble intentions, YouTube and Twitch.tv in support of donating even $10 or showing up to upset, but that’s how it all began. about Child’s Play, a separate char- others have recognized his great Gamers Outreach’s efforts. The funds the events or tuning in to the live That’s when we had the idea to make ity that organizes toy drives for chil- accomplishments. went toward a GO Kart for Helen stream and telling others about it is it a charity event.” dren’s hospitals. Wigal has won four of Microsoft’s DeVos Children’s Hospital of Grand helping out in a very big way.” Facebook, where parents creep

check their children’s profile on the victim of bullying (16 percent). post things that are not true just to “Both of my parents are on Nearly half of parents social media website daily. Facebook was originally intended impress their peers, or to fit in.” Facebook, but I am only friends on social media are Parents are especially interested to be a social media for college stu- The study also revealed some with my mom,” said Sarah Burlett, a on status updates and photos of their dents. But, in the last couple of years, amazing facts: 31 percent of parents 22-year-old criminal justice major there to supervise children. it has expanded. The same EDO study check their children’s profile four or from Ann Arbor. “She lives 30 minutes “I check their profiles regularly,” concluded that half of parents who five times a week, 41 percent of parents away so we use it to keep in contact.” By MARIA RIGOU admitted Calhoun, 29, a human servic- join Facebook do it to check up on their are most interested on status updates However, even if a large number of Staff Writer es major from Ypsilanti. “I watch who children. and 39 percent of parents want to read children are friends with their parents, they befriend on there, their privacy In fact, 72 percent of U.S. moms what other people post on their chil- one in three teens on Facebook say Sarah Calhoun is friends with her blocks. (They need to be) protected have a Facebook profile, a number that dren’s wall. they are embarrassed by comments children on Facebook. So are 92 per- against predators.” increased from 62 percent in 2011 and There are an estimated 7.5 million left by their parents. cent of parents who have Facebook Almost 55 percent of parents are 50 percent in 2010. children age 13 years old or young- As a matter of fact, 30 percent of profiles in the United States. And a lot making sure the site does not inter- Jessica Kelly, a human services ma- er on Facebook. And of that number, these teens say they would unfriend of them have ulterior motives. fere with homework, chores or other jor from Ypsilanti, joined Facebook about 65 percent of 13-year-olds who their parents if they could, mainly A recent study conducted by the activities. to connect with friends and family are on the social media networks are due to what they frequently describe Education Database Online, a re- Other top concerns include not that live far away. She is not friends the ones who initiate friendships with as “nagging chats and clueless com- source designed to help current and spending enough time with friends with her son, but does check his pro- their parents. ments” left by their parents on their prospective students learn about ed- and family (45 percent), the potential file from time to time. By the time they are 20 years old, online profiles. ucational opportunities in the U.S., of meeting strangers (41 percent), bul- “I have had to tell him to remove however, only about 40 percent will Moms are the most uncool of all, reported that 43 percent of parents lying others (17 percent) and being a stuff,” Kelly said. “(Sometimes) they request friendship from parents. the teens say. But dads, dads are cool. GOT NEWS? CALL THE VOICE 734–677–5125 [email protected] B4 March 4, 2013 SPOTLIGHT WASHTENAW VOICE Que pasa? New Spanish Club Sarah Hall, a 24-year-old elementa- accommodate students’ wants and do some community service as well. ry education student from Ann Arbor. needs. About half the time members This semester, it plans to help migrant helps students with “(The Spanish Club) is the place out- work on their conversational skills, workers in Lenawee County. In addi- their language skills side of class to talk and practice.” and the other half they work on cul- tion to meeting the needs of others, the The Spanish Club is open to all tural aspects. For example, they invite club hopes to create a positive cultural By MARIA RIGOU WCC students who are interested in native Spanish speakers to talk about exchange. Staff Writer the study of Spanish language and their culture during club meetings. It works on more than one aspect Spanish-speaking cultures. But it is not all about taking classes so that its students are successful. ¡Bienvenidos! The club welcomes students of all during students’ free time. “You can’t have one ally (to be suc- Or as it is said in English, “welcome.” levels; it does not matter if a student “If students show interest in some- cessful),” said Simon Mermelstein, 25, As Spanish becomes more influ- is fluent in the language or a beginner. thing in particular, we fit it into the a linguistics major from Ann Arbor. ential throughout the United States, It is designed to supplement what agenda,” Miller said. “We do things “We have class, instructor hours, the students at Washtenaw Community students are learning in their Spanish outside the classroom as well.” club, a dictionary. College start to look for more outlets courses. Last semester, the group went to “We have to constantly practice to practice the language. “Inside the classroom, there is more the Detroit Institute of Arts to take to learn,” Mermelstein said. “With The recently created Spanish Club attention to grammar,” said Adrian a look at a special exhibit by Spanish all these tools we have, it is still not CHARLES MANLEY THE WASHTENAW VOICE is another tool at WCC that students Miller, adviser of the club. “We work painter Pablo Picasso. This semester, enough.” have available to work on their lan- on conversational Spanish, and we they hope to visit Mexicantown dur- Qué dijo?: Vice President of The Spanish Club, Mary Romero, left, and Presdient Sar- guage skills. also discuss cultural aspects.” ing Spring break. The Spanish Club It meets on Thursdays ah Hill discuss club activities at one of thier “I hope to become fluent,” said The club’s agenda tries to Each semester, the club seeks to from 2-3:30 p.m. in LA 161. meetings in LA 161

PERKINS FROM B1 what he’s saying while I’m trying to find a single professor who could han- “It’s a really rewarding job, and I’ve time to go!” give my lecture. I love his enthusiasm. dle numerous different history classes. had a great teaching career,” Perkins His students started to realize that He always brings that to the classroom, Having witnessed Perkins’ success at reflected. “I’ve taught students on all 90 minutes had flown by, and it was and that’s so hard to do day in and WCC as a part-time instructor, LaHote different levels— junior high school, time to return to the present. day out.” approached the administration. high school, college—and I’ve watched Situations like this exemplify why Perkins originally came to the col- “I talked to the dean,” LaHote said, a lot of people mature into great hu- students and faculty have numerous lege in 2000 as a part-time instruc- “and we agreed that I would go up to man beings.” flattering things to say about Perkins. tor. In addition to WCC, Perkins was Auburn Hills and observe him teach- In fact, Perkins loves encountering But one thing is unanimous—he is also teaching at Oakland Community ing his class at OCC—that is a long his former students and witnessing zealous. College and Wayne Community drive during rush hour. And I sat their transformation into successful “The one thing I like about College. through one of his classes and came citizens. Thornton is his enthusiasm,” said fel- “I was what they called a freeway back and told the dean what I observed. “I saw a student this morning when low social sciences professor, John teacher,” Perkins said. The people were engaged in what he I was coming to work,” Perkins said. Kerr. “Until he closes his door, the Randy LaHote, economics pro- was doing; people were enthusiastic. “He’s got a clothing shop down on people in my classroom can hear what fessor and chair of the Social Science I said, ‘Let’s do this.’” Michigan. He was one of my students. he’s talking about. He’s loud. He’s en- Department, recalls going the extra Indeed, it was Perkins’ fervor that (Now) he’s got his own business, so thusiastic. He’s interacting with his mile to bring Perkins to WCC full-time. finally earned him a full-time position that was something that made me re- students. Instead of patching together several at WCC in 2002. More than 10 years ally proud.” “And I find myself half listening to part-time teachers, LaHote wanted to later, he still loves what he does. Then Perkins joked, “And, inciden- tally, I’m going to buy some clothes NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY from him on Saturday,” and erupted into a hearty laugh. Visit The Voice Online Joking aside, Perkins is grateful Transfer friendly. Employer desired. for the opportunity to be a part of students’ transformations. n Future-focused business curriculum “It’s gratifying to be in the presence of people who know that you helped NORTHWOOD n Courses offered evenings, weekends, educate them, and they’re out there UNIVERSITY online, and on campus carrying out their roles in society and n Credits for work/life experience and being successful,” Perkins explained. military training washtenawvoice.com “That’s what this thing is all about.” Apply Today! n Expert, industry-experienced faculty www.northwood.edu Editor’s note: Another in a series n Small class sizes of mentor profiles by staff writer Michael 800.622.9000 Hlywa. MARCH ‘AD’NESS 2013 An advertising campaign of The Washtenaw Voice

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ILLUSTRATION BY GEORGE O’DONOVAN THE WASHTENAW VOICE The Rock’s soft-side An iconic, fluid persona on week- A gritty supporting cast of troubled ly episodes of World Wrestling teens, drug cartels and hard-boiled shows in latest flick Entertainment, Johnson’s charisma DEA agents built a backdrop of drama initially faltered before the lenses of and passion that at once surrounded By ADRIAN HEDDEN the blockbuster-movie machine. The Johnson in a social realism unknown Managing Editor transition from a brash, arrogant and in the WWE or among the clumsy foi- surprisingly articulate world cham- bles on his past efforts. As a semi-truck drags itself to a pion to a wieldable action star was Hasty-but-swift camera work bob- violent halt amid shattered glass and harder than it looked. bled on the brink of cinema verite, on gnarled metal, a father’s cherished The stoicism that threatened accident, and appeared to miss focus memories of his only son leapt be- Johnson’s early movie career ultimate- when attempting shallow-depth-of- fore his eyes. ly revealed the empathy and infec- field shots for emphasis. And as a teary denouement settled tious emotion of supposed meatheads, True, the cliché crashes and gun upon the cast of “Snitch,” it was clear Schwarzenegger and Eastwood. His shots were achieved on par, but with- that professional wrestler, Dwayne initial struggles proved that in order out the fast-paced editing and power- “The Rock” Johnson finally came back to star in a feature film, regardless of ful cast, director Ric Roman Waugh to the silver screen, believably emo- genre, one still must act. would deserve to have the smack- tional and just as rippling as ever. And that’s just what Johnson did in down laid on his career. It hasn’t been easy for The Rock’s “Snitch.” As a vigilant father out to save millions of fans. Once “The Great One” his drug-peddling son from a life of Grade: B left the squared circle for the limelight incarceration, “The Rock” beautifully Runtime: 112 minutes of Hollywood, his electricity came into conveyed the tear-jerking emotion of Rated: R question from one cheese-fest romp a father willing to stop at nothing for Genre: Action to another. that of his son. FILMARCADE.NET COURTESY PHOTO

HABLATUMUSICA.COM COURTESY PHOTO ‘Not-so’ New Order and laughably pubescent from the ag- By ADRIAN HEDDEN ing rocker. Managing Editor The band suffered in the early 2000s, but this year’s sequel to 2005’s Beginning in the 1980s with an effort, eight years later, restored the explosion of 12-inch dance singles electronic experimentation that built and ground-breaking new-wave New Order’s dynasty. body music, New Order has re- From the opening keyboard pulses M.EDGE_ONLINE.COM COURTESY PHOTO turned decades later with the softer, of “I’ll Stay with You,” it’s obvious that rock-oriented “Lost Sirens.” a tribute to the earlier sound was in From the band’s inception, it order. Although recent developments has observed and reinterpreted the haven’t been forgotten, it’s clear that ‘Dead Space 3:’ where’s the fear? most current trends in dance and the band has finally blended their in- BY NATHAN CLARK so powerful that it topples Earth’s gov- has at the moment is the option to club music, following up early in- fluences evenly. Photo Editor ernment and it proceeds to ruthlessly play co-op through the story campaign novations in synth-laden pop with Maintaining an appreciation for hunt Clarke down as he is trying to with a friend and play through a few renowned expressions in the acid driving rock, New Order has re-ap- Every franchise in the world of vid- save the universe from the markers. side missions that can only be played house and electronic dance music plied their electronica roots to craft eo games eventually reaches a point “Dead Space” started out as a hor- in co-op. But since the game is made by of the 1990s. a sound that is at once passionately where it loses the heart of the first ror game set in outer space that was Electronic Arts, downloadable content But as New Order proceeded modern but breathtakingly retro. game after so many sequels are re- filled with claustrophobic environ- is inevitable in the near future. through the past decade, their work Not without weakness, “Lost leased. It took five games for “Resident ments, dark lighting and creepy ambi- Even without the multiplayer pres- became drained of its originality, Sirens’” electro tendencies fade af- Evil” to lose its way. ent sound wherever the player went. ence, gamers still have more than 15 dashing electronic leanings and ter the first song, leaving tracks two For “Dead Space,” it only took The new game feels more like an ac- hours of play time during the solo cam- infectious club-spinning beats for through five a mild indie-rock bore. three. tion shooter, where scares can be nulli- paign, which has a fairly interesting typical guitar-and-bass-driven al- Painfully forced rhymes on the Continuing the now mildly horri- fied with a high-powered machine gun. narrative filled with twists and turns. ternative rock. fourth, “California Grass,” represent fying story of ancient alien artifacts Or at least after a player builds one. “Dead Space 3” is a pretty good Always a subtle element in New the lowest point of the record, but called markers that resonate limitless The game throws out the concept game on its own merit, especially for Order’s blend of synth pop, guitars track six, “Shake it Up,” restores New power but also drive people insane and of standard weapons by forcing play- fans of third-person shooters. But became more and more prevalent Orders dance-ability until the album’s morph dead bodies into monstrous ers to find weapon components and without the fear element that made as the band moved away from its close, defining the group’s gradual re- killing machines called necromorphs, raw materials to construct their own the first two games amazing, “Dead physical, pulsating grooves and at- turn-to-form and EDM prominence. players once again step into the shoes firearms with varying capabilities. Space 3” feels like nothing more than tempted greater introspection with Despite struggles with sappiness of the series’ main protagonist Isaac “Dead Space 3,” much like the pre- a shadow of its former self. stronger emphasis on song writing at the start of the millennium, New Clarke. He’s the traumatized engineer vious games, is still visually stunning and emotion. Order has risen from its emotive ashes who may be the key to saving man- and graphically violent; however, after By the time 2005’s “Waiting for and proven its viability for decades – kind from a horrifying extinction-level all the horrendous detail the devel- the Siren’s Call,” the album preced- and dance partners – to come. event. opers put in to the death scenes from Grade: C+ ing the latest release, New Order Grade: C The church of Unitology, a cult that “Dead Space 2,” watching Clarke get Rated: M was a shell of its past, powerful Genre: New Wave worships the markers believing they violently decapitated just seems like Developer: Electronic Arts self. Lead singer and guitar player Label: Rhino are divine and “necromorphs” are hu- business as usual. Platforms: PS3, Xbox, PC Bernard Sumner’s vocals appeared Runtime: 38:21 manity’s holy ascension, has become The only online feature the game drunk on their own meanderings

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It’s a wash: Bonnie May Paine, 29, left, plays washboard and Daniel Rodriguez, 31, strums his guitar on stage as Elephant Revival at the Ark on Feb.18. An Ark full of ‘Elephants’ Colorado band brings lead vocalist Bonnie May Paine, 29, Recorded with very few dub-overs majority of the Monday night concert, together to do some dates.” and fiddler Bridget Law, 30, describe —all virtually live renditions of the she played a washboard hanging from Nero describes the music played by roots-rock revival to Elephant Revival as multidimensional. songs—the album is alive beyond the her neck as her choice instrument. both bands as “throwing everything Ann Arbor’s The Ark “We try to be as open as we can,” title. All band members take part in The musical saw was another in- in, mongrel music.” Both bands have Paine said. writing the songs and deliver their strument choice for Paine, as she sat an eclectic sound including more in- By ANNA ELIAS After the five band members met passion through the CD-captured on the stool with the handle between struments used than band members. Staff Writer at different functions, including the melodies. her knees, bending each sound as she “We are really similar spirits in the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Mike Bruno, the drummer from swept the bow across the metal tool. way we appreciate music and take it Carrying the stories of the land Kan., various Rainbow Family gath- opening band Birds of Chicago, said Elephant Revival first met Birds of to the people,” Nero said. upon which they have traveled, tran- erings and even the rooftop of a that Elephant Revival transcends all Chicago as a complete band at High Elephant Revival played five shows scendental-folk group Elephant Connecticut night club, they forged genres of music to come up with their Sierra Music Festival in Quincy, Calif. with Birds of Chicago, and after the Revival swooned Ann Arbor two nights a musical bond to carry “the message own unique sound. in 2012 during back-to-back slots in two evenings at The Ark, Elephant in a row in The Ark’s listening room. of the moment.” “You get ever more live with them. the song-writers round. A bond was Revival traveled to Cleveland to play Originally formed as Elephant The band dropped “Concept” from The visual art keeps you engaged in forged, but wasn’t hard to make since with The Ragbirds. Revival Concept in 2006, the Boulder its name soon after it became a reality. both audio and visual,” said Bruno, the lead singer and guitarist of Birds “The people that we play for are County, Colo.-based folk group breaks In support of the recent release of 32, of Chicago. had previously met Elephant Revival, the driving force behind what we do,” free of the typical constraints musi- Elephant Revival’s EP “It’s Alive,” the Paine’s sea-foam green dress and Bruno attended high school in Paine said. “The land is what heals us cians are plagued with trying to adhere group is touring 16 North American modeled that of a dress typical to the Chicago with bassist Dango Rose. and keeps us.” to a specific genre. cities, including Toronto, Canada Victorian-era, and she accompanied “We felt like kindred souls,” said For tour dates and tracklisting, visit With influence from Celtic, folk, for the International Folk Alliance the ensemble with a matching pair of Birds guitarist J.T. Nero, 41, of Chicago. http://elephantrevival.com Gypsy and rock music to name a few, Conference. mid-forearm length gloves. For the “Right away we had to get our schedules

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