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Volume 48, Issue 14 “The Voice of the DMACC April 25, 2001 Boone Campus” Commencement Boone Campus to hold Des Moines Area Community College ceremonies for 180 graduates Jack Wilson Senior Vice President Seventy-Third Commencement � May 5, 2001 � 10:00 A.M. Bear Facts Staff of Academic Affairs at DMACC. Announcing Where: Boone Campus Gymnasium Nearly 180 stu- graduate names will be dents are sched- Connie Booth and Jane uled to graduate on Martino. What: The graduation ceremonies for Boone DMACC’s graduates Friday, May 4, 2001. Anyone familiar DMACC Boone with DMACC tradition Who: 180 student candidates, and participating faculty, speakers campus will host the may be expecting a graduation ceremo- student leadership din- Keynote speaker: Kim Linduska, DMACC Senior Vice President of nies for students who ner to follow the cer- have completed a de- emonies; however, this Academic Affairs gree. Presenting at year there are no plans the ceremonies will to hold one. Contact be student welcome George Silberhorn at speaker Erin Rice, DMACC telephone ex- candidate for asso- tension 5025 Groundbreaking today for ciate in Arts, with Kim Linduska will be the for more information. the commencement graduation keynote speaker. address being given student housing at 10 a.m. by Kim Linduska, DMACC Boone campus-- On Boone Planning and Zoning Commission Wednesday, April 25 at 10 a.m., DMACC and the Boone City council to build the Boone Campus will hold a ground-break- four buildings to the east of the Boone FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE ing ceremony to the east of campus. The Campus on DMACC property. Monday, April 30, 2001 (Monday/Wednesday/Friday or more classes) ceremony will mark the initial stages of High Development president Darryl Class Time Exam Time developing the lot into four student apart- High says two 12-unit apartment buildings 8:00 a.m. – 8:55 a.m……………………..……………8:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. ment buildings that will house up to 192 will be completed by the start of the fall 10:10 a.m. – 11:05 a.m……………………....………10:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. students. semester, with two additional buildings, 12:20 p.m. – 1:15 p.m………………………..…………1:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. High Development Corporation of housing up to 96 students, expected to be 2:30 p.m. – 3:25 p.m…………………………..…….….3:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Cedar Rapids received approval from the completed before the spring semester. Tuesday, May 1, 2001 (Tuesday/Thursday classes) Class Time Exam Time 6:30 a.m. – 7:55 a.m……………………………..….…..6:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. 9:40 a.m. – 11:05 a.m……………………………...…...9:00 a.m. – 11:15 DMACC tuition to increase for a.m. 12:50 p.m. – 2:15 p.m…………………………...…..…11:30 a.m. – 1:45 fall semester p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2001 (Monday/Wednesday/Friday or more classes) Katie Prescott driving, driving in unauthorized area or Class Time Exam Time Bear Facts Staff caught littering, will face a fine of $50 6:55 a.m. – 7:50 a.m………………………….………....7:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. instead of the normal $25. 9:05 a.m. – 10:00 a.m………………………………...... 9:30 a.m. – 11:45 An increase in tuition is scheduled to Why the increase? According to a.m. hit DMACC students for the Fall 2001 se- Darrel Roberts, vice president of student 11:15 a.m. – 12:10 p.m……………………….………..12:00 p.m. – 2:15 mester. Although it is not a drastic jump, services, “The increase came because of p.m. it is a change none the less. The tuition the lack of support from the legislature 1:25 p.m. – 2:20 p.m…………………………..………..2:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. for full or part-time enrolled students goes that we are used to getting.” 3:35 p.m. – 4:30 p.m……………………………...……..5:00 p.m. – 7:00 from $61 to $64 per credit hour for the Why the increase in these areas? p.m. upcoming year. Career Supplemental non- Roberts, and a group of others, felt that Thursday, May 3, 2001 (Tuesday/Thursday classes) credit courses will increase from $4.00 to an increase in traffic fines will help keep Class Time Exam Time $4.20 per contact hour. students driving safe and keep all non- 8:05 – 9:30 a.m……………………………………....…8:00 a.m. – 10:15 The other area of increase will be in students off of the property for safety a.m. the traffic fines. If a student is ticketed for reasons. 11:15 a.m. – 12:40 p.m…………………………..…....10:30 a.m. – 12:45 illegal parking on DMACC property, the Dr. Borgen, DMACC president, p.m. fine of $5 will now be $10. Parking on makes the budget for the school every 2:25 p.m. – 3:50 p.m…………………………...……….1:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. DMACC property with no parking permit year. If you have any questions or would Evening/Saturday Final Exam Schedule or permit displayed the ticket will be $10 like more information, contact State Evening classes have finals at the day and time of regular class meeting. instead of the usual $5. Representative, Michael O’Brien at 432- Last Monday night classes...... April 30 Anyone pulled over for reckless 5382 or Senator, Jerry Behn at 432-7327. Page bear facts 2 CAMPUS NEWS April 25, 2001

Campus honors Philips Here comes with scholarships, award

the sun A little color in the skin might be at- tractive-but at what price? Ultra Violet (UV) radiation from the sun’s rays can do serious damage to our skin. In fact, it can cause skin cancer! The good news is that about 80% of skin cancers can be prevented if we protect ourselves. Check out the following helpful sun safety tips. Tip #1: Don’t cloud your judgement. Kriss Philips, above, former Boone Campus Executive Dean, Remember, harmful UV rays are still reacts to the news from Nancy Woods, physics instructor, dur- present even on cloudy days. No matter ing a recognition luncheon held in his honor. The faculty and what the forecast, be sun smart. staff raised $700 for scholarships to be be given in his name to students who “pulled themselves up by their bootstraps.” Tip #2: Talk to a pharmacist. Some At the left, Philips shows off the Michael Bennett Lifetime medications can increase your skin’s Achievement Award 2001, which Philips earned from Phi sensitivity to the sun. check with a pro- Theta Kappa, international honor society, based on an essay fessional to make sure your safety isn’t submitted in his behalf from the local Tau Phi Chapter. being compromised. Tip #3: Keep an eye on the kids. Kids usually aren’t aware of the danger of Microbe Niche skin cancer. It’s our job to keep them protected. Don’t let your summer picnic turn Tip #4: Protect yourself. Applying sunscreen with an SPF factor of at least 30 is key. Wearing a hat and taking into an occasion for food poisoning frequent breaks in the shade can also do wonders. Mary Beth Hanlin or stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, di- particular bacteria is found in the diges- Tip #5: Take time to think. The sun’s Contributing Writer arrhea and dehydration. These bacteria tive system of cattle and will not harm rays are strongest between the hours of Biology instructor Boone Campus are usually in small numbers to begin with, the cattle however, if ingested by humans 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Use extra caution but increase the temperature and exposure can cause; severe stomach cramps and during these hours. I enjoy being outside in the summer or to outside elements; these bacteria can vomiting, loss of electrolytes in diarrhea for that matter, anytime the temperature grow to large numbers. Some of them, or and if left untreated, can cause the kid- This year, don’t let the sun get the best gets above 45 degrees Fahrenheit. I also I should say, most of them produce toxins, neys to shut down which is not good for of you. Put in the extra effort necessary enjoy taking my sons, dog and husband on is what actually makes you sick. Not the your body. to protect yourself. In the years to come, picnics, camping trips and long rides in the bacteria itself. Temperature preventation van to Wyoming. Well, in most of these Food cooling How do you know when a burger is cases, there is food involved. Is there any- So what should you do? If you are in cooked? For safety’s sake, purchase a one among you that has not heard of food charge of the outing, make sure there is thermometer that measures the internal poisoning or diarrhea as result of eating plenty of ice in the cooler to place these temperature of the meat. Hamburger food at a picnic or barbeque? Probably items. Don’t leave them to sit out in the should be cooked to an internal tempera- not. Most of us take the food for granted. sun too long. Place them in the cooler ture of 160 degrees F to be completely It is usually really good and being around until needed again or better yet, leave them safe. These thermometers will tell you friends and family in an outdoor setting in the cooler. If you are in charge of cook- if it is done. It will also tell you if your just makes the food taste better. But be- ing the hamburgers, make sure they are chicken is done to reduce the spread of ware. cooked all the way through. Hamburger Salmonella, another bacteria that causes Food and bacteria has been known to be contaminated with severe food poisoning. Most of us, again, take the food for Escherishia coli O157:H7, a bacteria that So be in charge of your food this sum- granted. Potato salad, ham salad, under- can cause severe problems in humans, mer and have a good time. Remember, cooked hamburgers and such can all con- especially the elderly and the very young ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT FOOD tain bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis (toddler through 10 years of age). This POISONING! bear facts Page CAMPUS NEWS April 25, 2001 3 Walkathon raises $ for Cystic Fibrosis

Clowns were on hand to apply tattoos and paint faces on people like Sarah Woods. All proceeds added to the money raised for CF.

These walkers put their best feet forward in an effort to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis, in memory of Alyson Schroeder. Rotaract sponsored and Boone Campus organizations, including PBL, SAC, PTK and Bear Facts co-sponsored this event to raise awareness and funds for CF. Diverse people from these organiza- tions were represented. In addition to the Boone High School, Fire Department, and Rotary, approximately 30 organizations from the Boone-Ames area donated prizes, food and beverages. Clowns were part of the walkathon as well. A wide array of food was donated by Approximately 100 walkers participated from 10 a.m. until early area businesses for the event. Alyson’s sister, Gloria Schroeder and Jane afternoon, raising close to $3000. Jane Martino, DMACC instructor Martino take a break from the walking to said, “Contributions continue to come in.” Photos contributed by Nancy Woods strike a pose. PTK Earth Day cleans up around Boone Campus

DMACC instructor, Bruce Kelly picks up paper in the Road side clean up along South Linn. field muck along South Linn. (l to r) Jill Dubberke, Julie Davis, Jessica Musser, and Lindsay Saunders. photos by Nancy Woods

Photo by John Colle PTK Earth Day participants prepare to clean up around DMACC Boone Campus, S. Linn to nearby Hwy. 30, and a nearby park on Sunday, April 22. (l to r front row) Trevor Vessell, Sarah Woods, Gabrielle Woods (second row) Tracey Kander, Nancy Woods, Katie Wittrock, Heather Wargo, Jessica Musser, Julie Davis, Jennifer Blomgren, and Lindasay Saunders. (third row) Connie Colle, Jill Dubberke, Victor Duke, Ben Howe, Bruce Kelly, friend, Lee McNair, and Sandi Johnson. Not shown: Michele Thamke, Marcy Webb, Nic and Ryan Woods, and Victor Duke and Jill Dubberke rest in the Courter Center between clean- Fiona Cheong. up shifts around DMACC Campus.

Bear Facts April 25, 2001 Volume 46, Issue14 Bear Facts is a student published bi-weekly at Des Moines Area Community College, 1125 Hancock Drive, Boone, Iowa 50036 (515)433-5092. Bear Facts is distributed free to all DMACC students, staff and alumni. Subscriptions can be purchased at the annual rate of $10 to the general public. The editorial offices of Bear Facts are located in Room 210, on the second floor of the Boone Campus. Editorial Policy Bear Facts welcomes all letters in an attempt to provide a forum for the many diverse views of the campus. The views expressed in Bear Facts are not necessarily the views or endorsements of Des Moines Area Community College or the Bear Facts editorial board. Letters should be no longer than 200 words, signed and brought to the editorial offices of Bear Facts or can be emailed to [email protected]. us or mailed in care of the college. Bear Facts reserves the right to edit as necessary for libelous content, profanity, copy-fitting, grammatical and spelling errors or clarity. Bear Facts staff: Jack Wilson [email protected], Sadie Heimbaugh [email protected], Matt Rinker [email protected], Aaron Ladage [email protected], Scott Anderson [email protected], Katie Prescott [email protected] Reporters: Karol King [email protected], Robin Duhn Editor-in-chief: Michele Thamke [email protected] Bear Facts advisor: Jan LaVille [email protected] Boone Campus Executive Dean: William Hitesman Publisher: Boone News-Republican Page bear facts 4 EDITORIALS April 25, 2001 EDITORIAL Behind the Print Through out the 2000-2001 school The third improvement we found was dents can easily read it. TV monitors year the Bear Facts staff has noticed the increase in student activities as the placed in the Courter Center is another several changes in the Boone Campus. year came to an end. The Hypnotist, way to notify students and is something Some of these changes are positive and Chinese dinner, walkathon and Earth we feel should be considered in the some of them need to be worked on. Day clean up all added to student in- coming semesters. One of the positive actions that volvement. The final change that we would we noticed throughout the year was Although there were many positive like to see is with the computers. The the basketball teams. Bringing the actions throughout the year, we have current LAN specialist, Ron Ericson, women’s team back was a big step and several suggestions for changes. The was hired when the DMACC Boone a good improvement. The men’s suc- first suggestion is to keep the Campus Campus had only three computer class- cessful season added school spirit and Café open later; we suggest that it needs rooms; there are currently five, with a involvement among students. to be open as long as there are hungry computer lab. He could probably use Another improvement is the student students in the building (this would be an assistant or student intern to help him housing that will become a reality after from 7:30a.m. -7:30p.m. for day and sort through the problems that students years of waiting. Student housing is night students). and faculty are having in the labs. Karol King something that will benefit the students There needs to be a better message Hometown: Panama a great deal, especially anticipating the system; we would like to see a larger Where you live now: Boone increase in gas prices for commuters. size message board place where stu- Age: 19 Year at DMACC: Freshman Number of credits this semester: 17 Letter to the Read Major: Addministrative assistant Class you would recommend to others: Editor Any class with Jane Martino, “You’ll get Between a kick out of it!” I came here from The section of the paper you read first: Germany because my The Other Side of the Courter friends convinced me this A goal of yours as Bear Facts Staff: “I would be a good experi- Lines would like to be able to be more creative Matt Rinker Boone office staff. From what she told in my writings.” ence. Bear Facts me, dozens of people have made the same I miss my family and The event in history you wish you could mistake that I did? “I could count on my have reported: The American invasion of my house. But the wel- As I entered my English 118 class at hand the number of times I have to read coming atmosphere I have encountered Panama the beginning of the semester I noticed the course description to students” says email address: [email protected] here has been wonderful; the people are something a little unsettling. Instead of Frank. Which may not seem like a lot, but friendly, warm, and considerate. Such was desks there were computers. This came to have to read them period is something not the case with the schools I attended in as a disappointment to me because I don’t the student is suppose to do anyway. Bear Facts Europe. like computers. I hate how the world is so So what do the ladies at the front desk I think that having this college news- would like to paper is a good idea. It gives the students dependent on them, and I wish they never advise students to do so they don’t make a chance to express themselves, get to came to be. But the main point of all this the same mistake I did? “We like to have congratulate all know about each other, and some experi- is why didn’t I knows how this class was them advised by counselors” said Sharon ence of what it’s like to be a journalist. In structured? Blaskey, Boone office staff, “especially the graduates of Germany we don’t have anything like this, I guess if I were as smart as my IQ full-time students taking courses that re- and the students don’t have any feeling of says, it’s 140 by the way, I would have ally go with the major.” the 2000-2001 connectedness. thought to read the entire class descrip- Apparently I’m not the only one who Thanks to the professors and employees tion, but for some reason, something that has made this simple mistake this year, school year. of the college. Thanks to my colleagues. simple slipped my mind. but if students really want to know what it Thanks to Boone, Iowa. I decided to see if I were the only is that they’re taking, they should literally Way to Go! Mariana Aung Chan Tha, Boone Campus one making this mistake, so I went to the “read between the lines,” and things will Bonn, Germany registration window and talked to one become a whole lot clearer. of the experts in this field, Jeri Frank, Commentary: Bush’s first 100 days Ted Herrick pears that you are considering placing that What about China and Japan, and you our nation finds hope, where wings take Contributing Writer spectacular Alaskan wilderness, in all her attitude toward our recent blunders at sea dream.” No, Mr. President, we find hope in glory on a plate before your friends in Big and in the air? We are the world’s mighti- a national leader who likes us, who under- Dear Mr. President Oil to feast upon. Mr. President, you are est nation, arrogance does not become us, stands our problems, a national leader who You knew it was coming, the inevitable doing a great disservice to the Republican and it is not the American way. It is not can engender our trust. A leader who stands “first 100 days” comparative analysis of Party. After all, it was the great republican, the way of “We, the people.” We are much for something besides mere platitudes, not your presidential performance…thus far. Theodore Roosevelt, who set aside mil- more gracious. one who is obviously using the office of the Well, dear sir, you have made it pain- lions of acres of America’s greatest natural Mr. President, you are now advocating President to further the means of big busi- fully obvious that you, the President of this treasures to protect them; to protect them a newer, larger, more expensive National ness in its endless pursuit of the “almighty great land, do not care for us, the people, from the likes of people like you and your Missile Defense System. This will pose dollar” and power, power, power. Families very much. That hurts, it truly does. You oilmen friends. Alaska is a great pearl in future arms control problems, after all, how do find in each other comfort, togetherness, don’t seem to have our interests or well America’s natural tiara. I beg you, don’t can we expect other nations to abide by and yes, sometime hope, but only solace in being at heart. Consequently, many have cast that pearl before you friends. arms reduction measures unless we do the each other. come to say, “He’s not MY president.” I Continue with your plans to grant a giant same and lead the way. Expecting a war? What have you accomplished in your was willing to give you a shot; I mean ev- tax cut to the wealthiest among our ranks, One piece of advice. World War III would first 100 days in office, Mr. President? To eryone needs to be given a chance to prove while most of us will receive pennies on be a little beyond your league. quote you again, “The people have misun- their worth. Your first 100 days have been the dollar. That’s fine, Mr. President. After The people are not pleased with your derestimated me.” Perhaps some, but the one bumbling failure after another. Mr. all, it’s “our money,” isn’t that what you performance. We are worried about the people who voted for you grossly overes- President, what are you doing? said? Isn’t the debt also ours? Shouldn’t economy; an economy fueled by consumer timated you. Including these things: the ozone layer, we pay off our obligations first? That’s ok; confidence that your careless words sent The citizens of the nation have a difficult rain forests, endangered species, along money management isn’t everyone’s cup of into its downturn. We struggle daily with task ahead of us, because of you. We must with all the trash your friends in corporate tea. Some of us must worry about finances, the cost of living, health care concerns, suffer through your bumbling and inad- America are disposing into our air, water not enjoyment, Mr. President, rather out of educational costs, and social security is- equacies. We must pray that our God will supply and land, the environment is an necessity. We have mortgages and car pay- sues. You don’t appear to care. Again, that help us. Perhaps and angel will whisper in all-important issue. It is a full-time study ments, which must be paid, which forces us hurts. You made a statement during the you ear: “Georgie, don’t do that.” Maybe, for many gifted environmentalist. It ap- to manage our money. campaign and I quote, “Families is where just maybe, you will take heed. bear facts Page ENTERTAINMENT April 25, 2001 5 On a different note... Costs of concert fun add up fast Aaron Ladage of headlining MxPx’s fine-tuned concert venue, the higher the ticket cost. With the is to avoid the concert bars at all costs. Bear Facts Staff machine. added Ticketmaster service, the total for In my purely professional experiment, I While MxPx played a great set, they one ticket was $21.80. determined that one glass of Crown Royal You can’t have your cake and eat it, seemed to be lacking in the energy depart- If you’re planning to leave Iowa for and Coke costs $6.50. While I won’t dis- too. If your mother has ever told you this ment. Playing crowd favorites like “Chick your show of choice (which I would highly cuss the exact amount of money I spent and you blew it off as a cheesy cliché, it’s Magnet” and a recommend), there on this portion of the experiment, I will time to start listening. Although going to flawless cover are two very im- say that the bartenders and I were pretty a concert can be a lot of fun, it’s important of the Clash’s portant details that good friends by the end of the night. Once to take into account all of the factors that “Should I Stay should be inves- again, avoid the concert bars at all costs. can make a trip to see your favorite band a Or Should I Go” tigated—gas and On this particular trip, we also hap- ticket to the poorhouse. Trust me, I have helped; however, hotel costs. With pened to be staying twelve miles from firsthand experience. something was gas prices sky- Mystic Lake Casino. While this is a Last Tuesday, my roommate, two missing. Good rocketing past the tourist trap that can be easily avoided, the friends and I made the four-hour journey Charlotte’s per- $1.50 mark, our sound of quarters hitting the tray of a slot to Minneapolis to see MxPx perform. formance might round-trip fuel cost machine can be an addictive budget-killer. Before I divulge too many details about have had some- to Minneapolis Factor in the two or three meals along the the pile of money I blew in Minnesota, thing to do with was around $60. way, and you’ve blown a week’s paycheck let me explain why the concert was well this, but I failed to Opting for the in less than 24 hours. worth the money. recognize much “poor college stu- By the time my friends and I arrived of the trademark dent” approach, back in Ames, our estimated expense for At the show crowd interaction Bremerton, Washington native MxPx we chose Red this trip was nearly $350, or about $90 Opening the concert was Minneapolis that lead singer Roof Inn as our per person. While our trip was a little native Ace Troubleshooter, who set the Mike Herrera and temporary home; frivolous, this total is a good indication mood for one of the best punk shows company are notorious for. add another $50 to the bill. of what one night of fun can cost. With I have seen. Next on stage was Good While these prices might already seem some careful budgeting, it is quite possible Charlotte, who was by far the best act of Costs add up high to some, it’s important to remember to have a great musical experience on a the night. For anyone who has not heard How much would you be willing to the oh-so-important “miscellaneous” cat- budget. As a warning, though, be prepared nor seen these Washington, D.C. rockers, I pay for top-notch entertainment like this? egory. Merchandise like t-shirts and CD’s to fork over a few extra coins when your recommend running stoplights just to get First, it’s important to consider all of the is a major moneymaker in the concert favorite band is in the area. Despite all of to the record store that much faster. With factors involved, and ticket prices are an business, and this particular show set me these added costs, I wouldn’t change one irresistible guitar riffs and a stage presence obvious first stop. As this show was at a back $45 for a hooded MxPx sweatshirt moment of our trip, and I would do it again that can only be described as “Elvis times smaller venue, ticket prices were reason- and a Good Charlotte CD. in a heartbeat. five,” Charlotte knocked the sprockets out able; however, the bigger the artist and For those of you who are 21, my advice Jimmy John’s, So good you’ll freak! Summer concert preview Restaurant Review Aaron Ladage punk fan should attend. Matthew Rinker you order your sub you shouldn’t have to Bear Facts Staff Bear Facts staff wait more than 30 seconds before you can Lazer 103.3 Big Ass BBQ indulge yourself in the most delectable “All summer long, we sang a song, and www.lazer1033.com When I first tried Jimmy John’s Gourmet sandwich in the world. then we strolled that golden sand. Two Sub Shop in the middle of last year I fell in Some other points about Jimmy John’s sweethearts in the summer wind….” So you want to see a big rock show, love. With their catchy slogans and to-die- will hopefully win your vote as the best If Mr. Sinatra’s words leave you long- but you don’t want to travel? Des Moines for fresh products, my heart was won over sub shop ever. First of all they are open ing for the sunny, carefree days of summer, radio station Lazer 103.3 has your answer. at first bite. Not to mention the service until 3 a.m. That’s one-hour after the bars start dusting off those flip-flops. With the On May 27 at Water Works Park in Des was so fast I freaked. close and one-hour after most pizza places semester nearing an end, the summer con- Moines, such national acts as System of As I entered Jimmy Johns, located in close. The second thing is, they deliver. cert scene is almost upon us. To help you a Down, Kittie, Days of the New, and campus town Ames, I drowned in a sea of Whether it is at one in the morning or one find the best concert for your dollar, here’s Buckcherry will rock Central Iowa. With red walls and good, in the afternoon they a list of some of the upcoming festivals in a show of this caliber within an hour of but free, smells. The get it there. Heck, the Midwest. home, make plans now to attend this one. walls were covered they even have deliv- with the coolest old ery people that ride Ozzfest George Strait Country Music Festival logos from products bikes! www.ozzfest.com www.georgestrait.com such as Cowhide Jimmy John’s Brand Jeans, Coca- has two locations in This festival has been going strong for If you’re a country music fan, George Cola, and 76. Then Ames. The first, as years, and with this year’s lineup, it shows Strait has what you need. Once again, this as I looked to my I said, is located in no sign of stopping. Ozzy Osbourne country superstar is hitting the road. This left there he was. Up campus town and rejoins Black Sabbath as the headlining time, he’s bringing along such acts as Brad on the wall it was the second one is in act, a show that should not be missed. Paisley, Lee Ann Womack, Alan Jackson, Jimmy John, with his downtown Ames. So Other bands on the tour include Linkin Lonestar, and country veterans Asleep At curly hair topped off no matter what side Park, Papa Roach, Marilyn Manson, Crazy the Wheel. The tour will come as close as with a chef’s hat, sur- of town you’re on, Town, and Des Moines native Slipknot. Tinley Park, Illinois on May 26. rounded by all of his you can catch the Watch for the tour to come to the Midwest fresh produce. This is a picture that will tasty goodness called Jimmy John’s. on June 8 in Chicago and June 16 in Lemonwheel last for years to come in my mind. Now you know that I love Jimmy Somerset, Wisconsin. www.phish.com To order is simple; just give the number John’s; I love Jimmy John’s so much that off of the board to the right of the coun- I’m about to do the unthinkable. For their Vans Warped Tour The world’s greatest jam band, Phish, ter. The subs vary from tuna, roast beef, score I’m giving them five spatulas out of www.warpedtour.com is on the road again, and this time they’re turkey, to just plain veggies they have it four. That’s right--Jimmy John’s is above making a festival out of it. While other acts all. My personal favorite is “The Beach and beyond any other sandwich shop in Punkers unite—this nationwide tour on the tour have not been named yet, this Club” or number 12. “The Beach Club” Ames, Boone, and the World. I know that combines the best of extreme sports tour will be a surreal experience worth the includes turkey, alfalfa sprouts, and avo- this may undermine my validity but who and music is back again. Despite the journey. Watch for Phish’s summer festi- cado, tomato, lettuce, mayo and provolone cares, Jimmy John’s to me is better than recent dropout of Weezer from the tour, val Lemonwheel to visit Middle America cheese. This is by far the best sandwich the best. Warped still promises to be a festival on August 1 in East Troy, Wisconsin. I’ve ever had. worth the ticket price. With national acts Besides Jimmy John’s being so darn like 311, Rancid, Pennywise, and New good, my other favorite part about this Found Glory headlining the Minneapolis restaurant is that they’re really fast. Once show on July 14, this is an event that every Page bear facts 6 April 25, 2001 Over 180 to graduate CANDIDATES FOR +*Carla J. Morgan ASSOCIATE IN ARTS Kirk W. Nesset + Angella Nicolle Nims Manken looking

Michael W. Andreasen Mandy Olson forward to graduation *Melissa A. Barrie + Mark M. Onken Karol King arships from the DMACC Foundation. Kimberly R. Beck Gregory K. Piklapp Bear Facts Staff Her future plans are to be a teacher. She likes to learn interesting things. To get Ann E. Byriel Robert W. Plumb her elementary education degree, Joshua R. Carlson Heather Manken plans to attend either ISU or Buena Vista University. + Mary J. Catlett Sara Alison Price Manken is a + Liang-Hung Chen sophomore at Working part-time as a cashier in the Wonder Bread store, in Boone, + Anna L. Reinsch DMACC on the Charles S. Crusan Boone Campus. Manken said, “My job is flexible, and I always find time before of *Jodi Ann Daigh Erin K. Rice She is a full-time Karrie K. Danner student carrying after work to study and do my as- signments.” Her hardest time in + Arthur Stewart Davis *Lindsay R. Saunders 16 credits hours this semester. college is during finals because of the exams that she has to take. *Julie Christine Davis Bradley A. Schlarbaum After four semes- ters of hard work, Manken said, “You have to keep *Michelle L. Davis she is going to Heather Manken going to reach your goals.” +*Mitzi J. Schoening She recommends taking any Tracy Marie Shaw graduate with an Associates of Arts de- Darrell A. DeWinter classes with her favorite instructors, Dr. gree on Friday, May 4, 2001 in the Boone Jane Martino (psychology/education), Chad M. Fick + Marti S. Steelman Campus Gymnasium. Bruce Kelly (political science/history) or *Richard A. Fleming Manken has accumulated a 4.0 grade Judy Hauser (writing/children’s literature). point average, and she is very excited and “You learn a lot, plus I like to work on Deborah E. Swanson II looking forward to graduation. She is 19 projects that involves kids; this will be years old, originally from Madrid, but liv- useful for me in the future.” DeAnna J. Swyter ing in Ogden with her parents, brothers, As Manken graduates next week, she and sisters at this time. leaves this advice for all the students: Manken is a member of Phi Theta Kappa “Work hard, don’t get frustrated and be- + Clint D. Thomas (international honor society for two-year lieve in yourself.” college students) and she has gotten schol- + Emily M. Vinson Amanda E. Davis

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Traveling abroad? Be prepared for the unexpected OFFICE ASSISTANT (COLLEGIATE PRESSWIRE)-April Be sure to take enough medications statistics, automobile accidents now top 25, 2000-Nobody expects to be in an with you for your trip, and keep all pre- the list as the number one reason for fa- + Debralee M. Carroll accident while traveling abroad. But scription drugs in the original containers talities overseas; mishaps do happen, especially involv- with t he generic names clearly marked Don’t be a “show off” and display ex- Tammy Sue Clark ing automobiles in foreign countries. on the labels. Also, bring other supplies pensive jewelry, watches or other signs The key for students scheduling trips that might not easily be available where of wealth, especially in countries where overseas is being prepared for the un- you’re going; there have been anti-American demon- Nikki M. Scott expected by planning ahead and leaving Avoid tap water, ice cubes and local strations; and nothing to chance. The following tips dairy products when overseas and eat Consider purchasing a medical, *Beth A. Shultz can help save students, their advisors, only well-cooked foods that are still hot. personal and travel assistance mem- teachers and their parents and loved ones Also avoid salads, uncooked vegetables, bership that will provide you with 24- PRACTICAL NURSING at home, time, money, and aggravation raw seafood and foods sold at roadside hour emergency services including prior to and during their trips abroad. stands. No one wants to be laid up be- worldwide legal assistance, emergency They are: cause of being too adventurous about message transmission to the member’s Beth M. Anderson Try to learn a few key words and local foods; family, emergency medical evacuation, Elizabeth Marie Anderson phrases in the language of the country Prepare an itinerary in advance with and much more, for the duration of you’re visiting and read up on it’s his- contact numbers; your trip. International SOS provides Faith A. Anderson tory and culture. Every country is dif- Make two copies of your airline Scholastic Overseas Services for stu- Aree Baker ferent. Don’t assume everyone speaks or ticket, passport and other documents in dents and teachers enrolled in formal *Deanne R. Bazis understands English; the event your are lost. Keep one copy programs form nearly 600 colleges and Review pre-trip information includ- in a safe place other than your luggage. universities annually. Heather L. Behn ing booklets from the State Department’s The second copy should be given to your SOS employs over 2,500 dedicated Jill R. Brubaker Bureau of Consular Affairs and check parents or your college; professionals in its alarm centers, inter- *Kate A. Bunt relevant sites on the Web. You can never Know the laws and penalties for al- national clinics, and remote medical fa- know too much about where you’re cohol and /or drug-related offenses, such cilities across five continents. In addition Darla Kay Carr going; as drunk driving, and act accordingly. Be to more than 500 dedicated doctors and Do not accept packages from strangers aware of the laws pertaining to sexual nurses, International SOS staff also in- Stuart L. Cornwell regardless of the circumstances. Anyone relations and make certain to bring pro- cludes multilingual assistance coordina- who has seen “Midnight Express” knows tection with you; tors, experienced operations managers, why. Plus security at airports has in- Obtain an international driver’s dentists, paramedics, pharmacists, aero- Victoria L. Coville creased due to the numbers of terrorist license if you plan on driving while medical specialists, health care manag- incidents worldwide; abroad; ers, security, travel, legal and technical Michelle M. Danielson Take credit cards with you to assure Beware of pick-pockets, “too good professionals. that you get the most favorable exchange to be true” scams and other situations For further information about Viola E. Farmer rates, and know your credit limits in where diversionary tactics can take your International SOS and its Scholastic advance of leaving the U.S.; cards rec- mind off what you’re doing; Overseas Services product, visit its web- ognized internationally include: Visa, Contact SOS immediately if arrested site at http://www.internationalsos.com Tammy J. Gibb-Anderson AMEX, MasterCard and Diners Club; or in an accident. Laws may differ by or e-mail: scholastic@internationalsos. Update your immunizations against country, so having someone who knows com or contact International SOS, Eight Melinda S. Groat childhood and other diseases. The the laws and speaks the language be- Neshaminy Interplex, Ste. 207, Trevose, *Staci S. Hartman Centers for Disease Control’s Web site comes extremely important; PA 19053-6956 or phone 1-800-767- *Melissa J. Heuton is a good source of information about Fasten your seat belts when riding 1403. infectious diseases across the globe; in an automobile. According to recent Source: International SOS Page bear facts 8 CAMPUS FEATURES April 25, 2001 Editor’s Encounters Home-schoolers make the grade at DMACC Michele Thamke and raised with their values.” She added subjects. The Rinehart family utilizes a home-educated through Bear Facts Staff that while she enjoyed the flexibility it teacher that teaches history, sciences and high school. provided, a downfall to home education literature. Rinehart said, “There are about While his father is Gender ratio is shown at the Boone is missing opportunities to participate in 20 kids that are also home-schooled that a certified teacher, his Campus with 516 male to 586 female extra-curricular activities. attend my high school class.” mother was more influen- students this semester, according to the Future plans for Bret Crim include Viewing home education positively, tial in his education. DMACC Ankeny Campus. Diversity of attending Emmaus Bible College Rinehart said, “I think by being Hall views parents students is seen in the hallways and at vari- next year for “life training,” and home- schooled, I have had being able to raise their ous times during the day at DMACC. then attending Iowa State a chance to experience a children as they see fit as Home-educated DMACC students University for computer “College is lot more in the work the biggest benefit of home education. For come from a variety of situations and are programming. world. By being on a his claim of downfall in the education, he involved at the Boone Campus through Majoring in account- basically the farm and doing Farmers’ said, “Advanced courses, such as calculus academics, arts, and sports. ing, Kaci Crim is taking same as Markets, I have learned and physics cannot be taught by most These students have a unique view of 15 credits at ISU this se- to work hard and not parents.” education and life itself. Former Boone mester. She said, “College home-schooling, complain.” As a Biology/Pre-med major, Hall is DMACC student, Kaci Crim said, “The has been a great experi- Using life experience currently taking 18 credits. According to biggest benefit, I believe, is that home- ence for me. After home- in the sense of along with home educa- Hall, the comparison between home and schooling allows students to have one- schooling and receiving study at home.” tion has also benefited college education is not very different. on-one attention and to learn at their own lots of negative feedback Rinehart, who said, “I “College is basically the pace.” concerning your academic ~Nathan Hall have learned self-moti- same as home-schooling, While not new to college campuses, abilities, and doubtful vation, and I have not in the sense of study at the identification process of home-school- comments about your so- had all of the peer pres- home.” ers is easier now because there are more cial skills, you really feel the need to prove sure from others to do something I would Marcie Crim students who come from that background, people wrong.” She believes this provided not want to do.” Raised in Boone, said George Silberhorn, Boone Campus the challenge and motivation to obtain Rinehart is considering Marcie Crim now at- counselor. good grades and be an involved college a marketing degree. tends DMACC Boone Home education 101 student. Carmelle Krabbe Campus. Parental involvement in a child’s educa- Amy Young Raised in Ames, Crim’s home educa- tion is one of the basis for home education. Boone Campus fresh- Ia., Carmelle Krabbe was tion focused on math and English. For her Building on that foundation, parents teach man and high school ju- home educated from sec- other subjects, she went to a teacher once their child the subject matter they want the nior, Amy Young also hails ond grade through middle weekly who taught history, science, litera- student to know and focus on school core from Stratford, IA. Her 12 school. In addition, she ture, Spanish and French. basics. This doesn’t mean “easy educa- credit hours this semester briefly attended Gilbert Benefits in Crim’s view were that she tion” or sleeping in until noon, but teach- include; psychology 101, and Fellows Elementary. could do her school on her own time and ing students to be self-motivated to excel sociology 101, physiology Viewing home education as a means not have such a set schedule. Crim said, in their studies. and certified nurses aide of getting a better education and help with “My parents decided to teach me at home While quite a number of these Boone requirements. These are in addition to her subjects she had trouble with, Krabbe said, because they disagreed with some of the Campus students come from large fami- high school home education and working “I was able to get a curriculum centered curriculum used in public schools.” She lies, there is a range—from the Rinehart part-time at the Stratford Tea Room, In around my specific academic needs.” added, “They also wanted me to be influ- family— 11 children, the Bret and Kaci Good Company. Home education downfalls for Krabbe enced in a Christian environment rather Crim family— 9 children, the Marcie Realities of being able to finish her were the socialization aspect. “I didn’t like than have the peer pressures.” Crim family— 5 children, the Young fam- studies by noon and then having the rest the home-school group activities, and it Spring semester, Crim is taking ily— 6 children, the Krabbe family— 3 of the day “off” were among Young’s ad- was hard to make friends.” 9 credits, including Trig, Comp II, and children, the Bovenmyer family— 7 chil- vantages. She said, “This also allowed my Spring semester, Krabbe is taking 15 Psychology 101. Her major is either ac- dren, and the Halls— 7 children. The ma- family to take longer vacations to Mexico credits. “My major is fashion design, but counting or teaching. Comparing DMACC jority of these parents have home educated to visit my mother’s family.” right now, I am just taking my general to home education, Crim said, “Here, we all of their children K-12, and in most of Adaptation to college was a disadvan- classes.” have a variety of teachers and a strict these families, both parents are actively tage: “Last fall, when I started here, it In reference to home education vs. schedule to follow. Other than that, school involved in this education, utilizing differ- took me awhile to study for all the exams college classes, Krabbe said, “College is is school.” ent methods. because I wasn’t used to the amount of in- nothing like home-schooling. In college In the classroom Bret, Kaci Crim formation in such a little time.” She added I don’t get to choose when I get to learn Home-educated admission guidelines (photo unavailable of that DMACC classes are more intense “but and what I get to learn.” Compared with to any DMACC Campus mirror those for Kaci) I enjoy most of my classes, so it does not home education, “In home-schooling there high school student admissions: complete From Stratford, Ia., Bret really matter. All my instructors have been are academic requirements, but you get to and submit a DMACC application and a and Kaci Crim are close in really helpful: I don’t think I would be get- enjoy a lot more freedom written parental approval and complete the age and have both attended ting the one-on-one assistance if I went to in the learning process.” COMPASS test or submit ACT scores. The DMACC Boone Campus. a larger institution.” Peter Bovenmyer last requirement is to meet with a DMACC Bret will complete 47 credits in May and Education choices for each family have Ames, Ia. is also adviser or counselor prior to registration. Kaci took 60 credits in recent semesters. a different basis. Young said, “One of the home to Peter Bovenmyer, George Silberhorn said, “Home-school- Not all family members support home- most important reasons why my parents who was also raised there. ers are always well-prepared students.” education. The Crim’s grandmother was decided to educate my siblings and me was Outside of one year of Jane Martino, Boone Campus psychol- a schoolteacher for most of her life. Bret for religious reasons. They were not satis- attending Ames High, ogy instructor, agrees with Silberhorn, Crim said, “She was against my parents fied with they school systems teaching the Bovenmyer has been “The students I have had in class are well- home-schooling at first, but now she has theory of evolution because we believe in home educated. prepared, have a strong work-ethic and are warmed up to the idea after seeing how my creation.” Time distribution was key to focused on learning.” sister Kaci and I have done in college and Soon to be a certified nurse’s aide, Bovenmyer’s view of the benefits. “If Nancy Woods, Boone Campus Physics in the other areas of our life.” Young’s major is nursing. She plans to fin- you’re good at history, you can blow instructor said, “In general, those students Students from any kind of educational ish her Licensed Practical Nursing degree at through it and be done by March. If you’re who have been home-schooled enjoy the background view advantages and disad- DMACC, then seek her Registered Nursing not good at one subject, you can take your attention that will greatly enhance their vantages of their education. Bret Crim degree at a four-year college— possibly time and don’t have to feel rushed.” Lack indivual development.” said, “I think that the biggest thing home- Mercy. Young’s degree of specialty would of special subjects, like art, would fall in Education tracking schooling has done for me is to build a be in obstetrics. his downfall category. Progress tracking of home-educated strong faith in Christ. Also, it has kept me Abby Rinehart Currently taking 10 credits, Bovenmyer DMACC alumni reveals continued ad- away from many bad influences that the Boone native turned is unsure of his major. vancement. Silberhorn said, “When we fol- public schools may have had on me.” He Boone Campus student, In comparison with home education, he low their academic progress, we find that added that this was one of the main rea- Abby Rinehart, was said, “College is a lot different. Instead of they are successful.” He added that some sons his parents decided to home educate. raised on her family farm. being done with homework by noon every- of these alumni have attended Northern Kaci Crim said that she could quickly Summers included rais- day, I have to get used to spending time in Illinois, University of Northern Iowa, and move ahead in subjects she excelled in ing vegetables and sell- the afternoon and evening doing it.” University of Iowa, but most plan to attend and could give challenging subjects more ing them at the Farmers’ Nathan Hall (photo on next column) Iowa State University. He added, “Most time and effort. “Another benefit is the Market. From Albia, Ia., Nathan Hall attended intend to transfer to a four-year college or opportunity to be taught by your parents Some teachers teach specific school public elementary school; and was then university.” bear facts Page FEATURES April 25, 2001 9 Davis donates a foot to Locks of Love Michele Thamke Bear Facts Staff Michelle Davis, Boone DMACC sophomore, recently donated almost half the length of her hair to Locks of Love. Based in California, this organization provides wigs for financially disadvantaged children across the U.S. under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss. These wigs are made from do- nated hair from people of different ages, including children. Locks of Love receives 50% of its dona- tions from children who want to help other children. People can donate hair of different lengths, types, and colors. Shorter lengths of hair is sold to help cover business costs. The organization also takes financial contributions as well. Michelle’s decision After hearing positive things about the program Kelly Countryman cuts through friends and television programs, Davis de- cided to snip and donate. Kelly Countryman, of Kelly’s Beauty Salon in Jefferson was the hairstylist who donated her services. Countryman is also a Boone Campus student. Rotaract’s involvement Boone Campus Rotaract has been involved in a campus-wide search for students or faculty who would donate hair to Locks of Love. According to Jane Martino, Rotaract advisor, “Rotaract will be donating financially to Locks of Love.” Locks of Love guidelines The organization requests that hair be at least 10 inches in length, but prefers 12 inches. Hair must be bound in a pony-tail or braid, and be sent within a plastic bag. Those who have hair that was cut many years Michelle Davis before ago may still send his/her donations, as long as the hair is bound. For further information, visit Locks of Love’s Twelve inches of hair photos by Michele Thamke website: locksoflove.org. Michelle Davis after Riding the ‘rankest’ bull in Iowa Running to get his rope, his temperature He is also breathing hard. A negative feed- okay thanks, to his hard, sturdy cranium Samantha Schmidt starts to rise, his heart speeds up, and he back is occurring. Even though he is hurt, and vest for protection. He finally lets out Contributing Writer starts to breathe a little faster. His adrena- the cowboy jumps up and runs to the out a breath, saying, “Did I make it?” line is kicking in. This is called negative gate. Once outside the cowboy knows he’s “Yup,” another cowboy says, “you just In bull riding, the cowboy’s body goes feedback. through a lot of preparing for the ride and Climbing over the shoot, the bull starts the eight seconds of the ride. looking around at him. The bull leans over Two hours before starting time, the against the cowboy’s leg then decides to cowboy gets there, takes all his heavy flip up over, smashing the cowboy to the gear, heads down to the check-in area to back shoot gate. The cowboy is okay. He pay his fees and find out which bull he climbs back up to the bull, pulls his rope, drew. The cowboy gets through paying and is ready to go. In the last minute he and says, “What poison did I draw today?” clears his mind and nods his head. The secretary tells him, and right away his The shoot gate opens, the bull jumps out expression changes as he turns and walks spinning to the left, one, two, three jumps. away. With each jump the cowboy takes a breath. In preparation the cowboy hangs his The bull jumps forward, does a belly bull rope and gets his chaps, vest, glove, roll, and turns back to the right this time, and rosin out. He goes over to the bullpen throwing the cowboy into the well. The to check out the bull he drew. The bull is cowboy’s body reacts, making his move just standing in the pen with a few other back to the middle of the bull’s back. The bulls. They’re a little frisky, jumping up cowboy can’t hear anything, and it seems on each other. As the cowboy stares, his like a minute has gone by. Just then he mind is racing a mile a minute. hears the sound of the buzzer. The cowboy It’s rodeo time! The cowboy rosins his grabs his tail, waits for the clowns to turn bull rope and glove. He puts his chaps and the bull, and bails off. vest on and then decides to stretch a little. The cowboy gets up scurrying but not He needs to loosen up all his muscles and fast enough. The bull comes and hooks clear his mind, for the cowboy is at the top him in the cranium, rolling him onto his of his game. He stretches all his muscles, back and runs right over him, stepping on does his little cowboy dance, and thinks his umbilical region with the force of 1800 photo contributed by Samantha Schmidt he is all ready when someone yells, “Hey pounds. This is the bull’s way of showing Josh Angstrom looks up at Lonewolf after being thrown at an Iowa Rodeo. get your rope. Your bull is in the shoot!” he is mad. The bull’s heart is pounding. Page bear facts 10 CAMPUS & SPORTS NEWS April 25, 2001 DMACC Ankeny Campus hosts automotive, diesel expo --Dale Earnhardt Junior’s #8 Budweiser ing place in buildings 10, 13, and 14. Diesel Programs Expo, DMACC will “bugged” with two intentional problems Chevrolet and Andy Houston’s McDonald’s Participants are encouraged to sign up for be hosting its ninth annual Automotive that the students will have to diagnose Ford will be at the Des Moines Area a trip for two to the Indy 500 or a trip for Skills Contest, co-sponsored by the Iowa within a set time period. Community College (DMACC) Ankeny two to the NASCAR Winston Cup Series Automobile Dealers Association. Six two- The winning teams will receive schol- Campus on Saturday, April 28. they will in Michigan. There will also be an antique person teams will be taking part in the arships from the DMACC Foundation and be on display as part of DMACC’s fifth tractor pull. hands-on portion of the contest. These 12 numerous other prizes. The public can annual automotive/Diesel Programs Expo, Local car clubs will have their vintage Iowa high school students qualified for the begin watching the Automotive Skills con- which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. show cars on display and the big diesel hands-on competition by outscoring more test at 10 a.m. in Bldg. #13. For more DMACC will showcase its Automotive rigs will be on sit showing off the latest in than 400 students from 24 high schools in information, contact Scott Ocken at (515) Technology, Auto Body and Diesel diesel technology. If you have a show car a written test held December 15, 2000 on 964-6552. Technology programs at the expo, which you would like to display, please register the Ankeny Campus. For more information contact Dan Ivis, is free and open to the public. at 8:30 a.m. in bldg. 13 or call DMACC The public is invited to watch the Media Liaison, Media Relations, (515) Besides free car wash buckets to the automotive Programs Chairperson Scott students be tested on their knowledge of 965-7029 first 1,000 people, there will be demon- Ocken at (515) 964-6552. alignment, tune-up and brakes. In addi- strations and information sessions tak- In conjunction with the Automotive/ tion, each team has one care that has been Emotional Benefits of Exercise Coming Up Roses Good stretching is important Darren Johnson muscles are being put past it’s relaxed Contributing Writer The physical benefits of exercise are felt about them- state, which will supple-up the muscle and makes it ready for a hard workout. easy to see – better muscle tone, a slimmer selves. Our bodies are more than a shell for us waist, and a radiant glow. However, what’s These emo- The best time to stretch is just after to use as we want. It is a machine that has you have done a workout and when you more difficult to see is how exercise ben- tional benefits great potential to become a powerful and efits us emotionally. Check out these big could be related are doing the cool-down. This is because flexible machine, which, if given the right your muscle tissue at it’s most supplest – time emotional benefits. to the chemicals fuel, care and attention will serve us to Painting with a new brush released in our at this point, and you’ll be able to stretch what ever purpose we put it to through. further than what you would have been Exercise can help improve creativity. brains when we One of the most important care factors Whatever your creative desires, try tacking exercise. It could able to if you had not warmed-up prior we can do for our bodies is to stretch be- to stretching. It has also been said that them after a workout and see if you get a also be that we fore and at the end of every exercise. This better product. just feel better stretching before going to bed every is because our bodies are not designed night is very good for you, and will make Blue no more after being ac- to go straight into a full work out at 100 Regular exercise has been shown to help tive. Whatever muscles supple. mph without any warm-up or stretching. There is a right way to stretch. I know improve the moods of those suffering from the reason, the Without warming up, bodies usually end depression. It may even help change your important thing people have different ways, but the main up waking up in the morning in pain, way and the way the trainers would tell outlook after a tough day at work. to remember is which can last 3-4 days. Sometimes in Easy does it that exercise not you to do it is to hold every stretch for 10 lifting heavy weights, then we can do seconds, do not bounce on any stretch, Rhythmic aerobic exercises may be help- only makes us some serious damage to our muscles, ful in reducing stress, anxiety, and sleeping look better, it makes us feel a whole lot this will do more harm than good. Be like muscle tearing, because of improper sure that you warm up properly before disorders. better too. warm-ups and cool-downs. All good “Knowledge is free at the library. Just any stretching takes place. Within a few Stretching is important because after the weeks of stretching as recommended, Some studies have shown that exercise bring your won container.” -author un- warm-up, the blood is pumping around the can improve self – image. This seems to be known you should see a difference within your body faster and providing the muscles with stretches, and you should feel looser, and true especially among teenagers. The more Source: The Well Workplace more oxygen. vigorously they exercised, the better they more flexible. If you do not, then you When you stretch, the fibers in the are most probably doing the stretches bear facts Page SPORTS April 25, 2001 11

Victor Chris Dustin Matthew Duke Lambader Eisenbraun Beaton Birth date:6-21- Birth date:12-12- Birth date:2-24-82 Birth Date:3-8-81 82 80 Position: Pitcher Position: Outfield Position: Center Position: 2B Number: 18 Number: 14 Field Number: 19 Height & Weight: Height & Weight: Number: 16 Height/Weight: 5’11” 160lbs. 5’11” 190lbs. Height/Weight: 5’10” 181lbs. Throws/Bats: Throws/bats: Left- 5’10” 160lbs. Throws & Bats: Right-Right Left Throws & Bats: Right-Right Right-Right Year: Freshman Year: Freshman Year: Freshman Year: Sophomore Hometown: Rapid City, S. D. Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario Hometown: Panama City, Panama Hometown: Apple Valley, MN Major:Arts & Sciences Major: Undecided Major: Arts and Sciences Major: L.A. Other Interests: Cliff jumping, cus- Other Interests: Golf Other Interests: Long walks on the tomizing vehicles, building models beach, and romantic candle lit din- Other Teams Played For: Rapid ners. City Post 320

Editor’s note: Commentary: These four profiles conclude the Spring 2001 DMACC Boone Campus baseball team photos that were published in the March 28 issue of Bear Facts. Fame, money not more important than education Scott Anderson Now, whenever I bring up this topic Bear Facts Staff people tell me to put myself in the player’s DMACC Baseball Update shoes. Would you say “no” to all that This is an interesting time in the world money? I don’t know what I would do, but Game One Iowa Western 18-9 of sports. Baseball, and basketball and I know that I would want to get my educa- Game Two DMACC 8-7 hockey playoffs are beginning. This is tion. College is supposed to be the best April 7 DH w/ Iowa Western also a time, however, when college bas- time of your life, so why throw it away? ketball recruiting signing begins. It’s Players bring up the famous injury even happening here at DMACC Boone cliché that if they get hurt in college, then Game One Iowa Western 5-4 Campus. It is also a time for underclass- they won’t make it to the NBA. I haven’t Game Two Iowa Western 2-1 men to announce they are leaving school seen one case of that happening, and, in April 8 DH w/Iowa Western to make themselves eligible for the NBA fact, last year I saw a player in Kenyon draft. Martin who broke his leg in college be- There are 18 college players who have come the first player selected in the draft DMACC vs. Iowa Lakes 6-4 given up or put off school in hopes of last year. April 10 Iowa Lakes making millions in the NBA, and some- I understand and support some of the thing just went off inside of me about this early entry candidates; those are the play- topic. Along with college players going to ers who were college juniors last year and DMACC vs. Mt. Marty 11-1 the NBA, the sport now has high school- are forfeiting one year of eligibility. It is ers going pro. Two high school players a lot easier to go back and get your degree April 12 Mt. Marty declared for the draft last year and three when you only have to make up one year more are doing so this year. What are of school. But fewer than half of the early Game One Indian Hills 8-3 these kids thinking about? The level of entrants are juniors. The rest are high play in the NBA is nowhere close to the schoolers, freshmen, and sophomores, and Game Two DMACC 16-13 level of play in high school. Everybody I wish them luck. Because what will hap- April 14 DH w/ Indian Hills then points out that Kobe Bryant, Kevin pen after they get that million dollars and Garnett, and Tracy McGrady where able get hurt? Then they will have no educa- to adapt. That is true, but not everyone is tion to fall back on. Game One Indian Hills 11-0 a Kobe, Garnett, or McGrady. Game Two DMACC 1-0 April 15 DH w/ Indian Hills Men’s basketball signs two Scott Anderson The other signee is Cameron Lollaw, a Bear Facts Staff 6-6 forward from Benson High School in Omaha, NE. Lollaw chose DMACC over According to Orv Salmon, head men’s Southwestern, Southeast CC in Nebraska basketball coach, DMACC has signed two and Northeast CC in Nebraska. “Cameron players for next season. is a good strong 4-man (power forward) One is Jordan Jackson, a 6-2 guard who really knows how to play,” said from Clarinda, IA. Jackson was an all- Salmon. state football player in high school, who The Bears plan to sign two more out-of- chose DMACC over Southwestern, Iowa state players for next season as well. Central, and Southeast CC in Nebraska. The DMACC women’s basketball re- “Jordan is a strong, physical, and athletic cruiting was not available at press-time. player,” said Salmon.

Baseball Schedule Saturday, April 28...... Creston...... Southwestern...... 1 p.m. Sunday, April 29...... Boone...... Southwestern...... 1 p.m. Tuesday, May1...... There...... Simpson...... 2 p.m. Saturday, May 5...... There...... Muscatine...... 1 p.m. Sunday, May 6...... There...... Muscatine...... 12 p.m. Page bear facts 12 FLIP SIDE April 25, 2001 the other side of the Courter Photos and text by Sadie M. Heimbaugh

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE SUMMER?

Chris Davies Jenny McCloud Aaron Smiley Sarah Hamilton “I plan on playing baseball, “I will be working this sum- “I have an internship at SGSI “I am going to move to working, and going clubbing mer.” in Des Moines.” Missouri in June, and hope- in Toronto.” fully I’ll find a job and then I plan to go to school.”

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