THE CHAMPLAIN Cu r r e n t Champlain College • Burlington, Vermont Vol. 8, No. 58 • February 2011

NEWS BRIEFS An Overview of the Q by Amanda King The very first thing that friendly.” Champlain College Staff Writer needs to be noted about Quarry In addition to being a larger is its size. The building can dorm, Quarry is an apartment SGA Has Important Quarry Hill has become some- accommodate around 90 fresh- building. Students there live Announcements: Monthly Open what infamous around campus. man and transfer students. in individual apartments com- Forum meetings will be held Rumors have spread that it’s This is significantly larger than plete with bedrooms (doubles), starting Monday, February 7th at the “party dorm,” that damage the average dorm on campus a kitchen, living room and 4:30 pm in the Morgan Room of records have been set, and that (Bader for example only holds bathroom. In that sense, it’s a Aiken. The topic will be “Should the freshman there have been 25). At press time, there were 20 lot like Spinner. Each apart- Faculty Evaluations Be Public?” seen on the bus with open bottles empty beds. Having that many ment is larger than any room on Elections are being held of alcohol. It’s a reputation that students, freshman or not, in one campus with the living rooms Monday February 28th – March is not exactly flattering and place is bound to result in a few alone being big enough to house 2nd in the Fireside Lounge. also not exactly accurate. While more write-ups and parties than a few students. They are also Logo Contest submissions are it’s true that Quarry has been the smaller dorms, and it’s not open with large windows and a due Friday, February 7th. known to have parties, gets its because of the undecided fresh- door leading out onto a private fair share of write-ups, and even man. Nicole Baker, an RA at balcony. Each of the bedrooms Student Accounts Reminder: has undergone some damage Quarry, puts it this way: “I think has a private bathroom and its Returning Student Tuition and (in the form of a keyed eleva- it’s the numbers thing. Because Housing Deposits are due in tor door), it’s far from the place there are so many, it’s magnified. See Quarry Photo By Stephen Mease March. described. Honestly, everybody is really Page 8

CHAMP Events: Snow Ball is Thursday, February 3rd 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm at the Hilton’s Remembering Wesnide Labissière INSIDE Adirondack Ballroom. Tickets are $5 at the Hub and $10 at the by Kayleigh Blanchette remember her amazing life and to have a tiny chocolate bar from Erica Lynch-Ferrier, a junior door. Transportation provided. Staff Writer influence. her bowl on the table, and sit and study abroad alum from Education Students Attire is semi-formal or formal. “She taught me more than across from her desk and laugh Fall 2011 was at Girl’s Night Serving Community The day I arrived in Montreal about things. So many (we renamed her TJ). “After that BYOBiz Update: Deadline to with my family mini-van packed times I came home night, anything I did when she 2 sign up for The Elevator Pitch full of stuff, I met Wesnide. I was from work in such a was around was “so totally T.J.” Competition is Friday, February the RA, and she was my HR, but good mood because we She thought our fake names 4th. Make sure you’ve attended Wesnide was more than just a had had an hour and a were the funniest things ever. an informational meeting before co-worker. Not more than a day half talk.” It was like a cute little secret all then. Contact Bob Bloch for more into my study abroad experience, Wesnide’s office, the girls had. I’d go up to her and information. Wesnide and I were best friends. with its bright red say something like, “how’s Chloe Wesnide was the most amazing chairs, mural (painted today?” and she’d smile, wink and person to talk to, confide in, and by a study abroad comment about something I did Burlington get advice from. She was always student), and that that was ‘totally T.J.’” Wesnide there to give her honest opinion memorable candy was a chameleon who fit in and Enjoyburlington.com Events: and one of her big hugs. bowl, was the place of adapted effortlessly to her sur- Burlington Winter Festival on I remember one moment with many memories. roundings, and always brought February 5th 10:00 am – 3:30 pm her particularly well. She was Alex Dahl, a senior energy and joy to the group. at Church Street Marketplace, treating me to coffee at her favor- and study abroad alum Wesnide was a study abroad ECHO, and Burlington ite nearby café, Café Imagination. from Spring 2010, said, student’s guiding light in Waterfront. Admission to ECHO There, Wesnide gave me advice “I remember always Montreal, a city she knew like is $2. Snow Carving Competition, that I will cherish forever. She leaving her office feel- the back of her hand. She was Photo Provided by John Stroup Ice Walk, Vermont Special told me, “don’t say you can’t do ing better than when always there to give directions, Olympic Penguin Plunge, and something because it’s too hard; I had entered, and I speak French, or recommend an more. there are always ways of reaching know she had the same outing. your goals.” I plan to live my life effect on everyone. She “Wesnide took her relation- Martin Luther King Knights of Columbus Robbed: by this now more than ever, if not taught me not to take ship with us students above Play Packs House South Burlington charity from just to carry on the inspirational Photo By Noé Sardet life too seriously, but and beyond her school responsi- the Knights of Columbus hall legacy Wesnide left behind. just get the most out of bilities,” said David Tabaruka, a 5 were robbed of about $4,000 that According to Champlain just how to survive French it that you can.” Champlain graduate and study had been set aside for several College Provost Robin Abramson, class,” Cara Salvatore, a junior Wesnide was a completely abroad alum from fall of 2008. local charities including the “On December 28, 2010, after and Fall 2010 study abroad alum selfless individual. She always “I told her that I loved going to Ronald McDonald House and celebrating Christmas with said. “She taught me to have put her friends and students church every Sunday, so this one Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, a camp for her family, Wesnide passed confidence in everything I do. I first. One night, Wesnide and I day she invited me to her church. children suffering from cancer. away unexpectedly in her sleep. will always remember her say- planned to get the seven girls in The service was way too long [so] Wesnide was 37 years old, and ing, ‘Cara, sit there, take a deep Montreal (a minority among the that I was falling asleep. She Magic Hat Brewery Produces was about to celebrate her 38th breath, focus...you can do it!’” 23 students) to hang out together. looked at me (smiling) then said, Energy: Eric Fitch, founder and birthday this January. Wesnide’s Wesnide was full of words of She invited us to her apartment ‘this is unusual. I promise next CEO of Massachusetts-based family still commemorated the wisdom. Shona Watt, Montreal’s for Girl’s Night to have snacks time it won’t be so long.’ From PurposeEnergy, Inc., patented occasion.” new campus coordinator, said, and gossip under the condition that day we became good friends. an anaerobic digester that Learning that Wesnide had “She was incredibly helpful that no boys were allowed. We I introduced her to my family. takes leftover grain that would passed away was shocking and when I first started and always ate and laughed for hours. At one She became a very best friend to otherwise be discarded and painful for so many people. gave me good advice. Whenever point, we thought it would be fun my mother and my sisters to the breaks it down into methane to Study abroad alums, coworkers I wasn’t sure about something to come up with new names for be used to power the brewery’s and friends of Wesnide’s came at work, I would trek the two each other. We renamed Wesnide See Wesnide boiler and other systems that together on her Facebook page to flights up the stairs to her office “Chloe.” Page 8 Photo by Stephen Mease run on natural gas.

National Fáilte Ireland Arrival in South Africa Boston Woman sentenced for by Rachel Salois in Burlington, I thought that Opens Opportunities U.S. Military Sales to China: and Elizabeth Crawford biking to North Beach was a big Massachusetts electronics Dublin Correspondents accomplishment for a weekend. by Melissa Sheketoff what I was about to do. Before company manager was sentenced Last Saturday, I woke up at South Africa Correspondent and even after I arrived in Cape to three years in prison for Rachel – 10 after a night of dancing; went Town, it still didn’t seem like a conspiring over 10 years to As far as foreign countries go, to see 800 year old mummies at After a 17-hour flight, I finally reality. It seemed like something export U.S. military equipment Ireland isn’t too different from the Saint Michan’s Church at 11; landed in Cape Town, South I continuously told people I was China. Various goods include United States. People here use walked to the Temple Bar market Africa. The flight was tolerable, doing and just something I knew parts on the U.S. munitions list wifi, speak English, eat hamburg- to buy cheese, yogurt, and potatoes certainly no walk in the park, but was approaching but just didn’t and export-restricted technology ers, and have elections. You could at noon; walked to Phoenix Park maintainable. With choices of free seem to exist at all. and electronics, and filing false say that going to class here isn’t at 2 pm; went to the zoo; came movies and television episodes, it The orientation leaders for our shipping documents with the that different from going to class home; and collapsed on the couch wasn’t hard to watch “Meet the program, “Interstudy,” brought me U.S. Department of Defense. in Burlington, VT. with a Bulmer’s (the Irish version Fockers” and a few episodes of “It’s and a few other students on my Except that it is. of Woodchuck’s Cider). You can Always Sunny in Philadelphia.” New York City Faces Major I love Burlington — don’t get understand why it hasn’t taken The whole flight, I really had See Africa Layoffs for Teachers: Mayor me wrong — but I was starting me long to realize that stretching Photo Provided time to think and try to embrace Page 8 Michael Bloomberg said the to feel a little “been there, done before bed can save my legs from city might have to lay off 15,000 that,” with the Spinner bus, and I a lot of soreness in the morning. teachers if the state, which is was ready for a new adventure. That’s a pretty typical day for currently in a $10 billion deficit, Since I’ve been in Dublin, I’ve Champlain College Financial Center and cuts the education budget by $1 realized how much you can do in See Ireland billion. not too much time. When I lived Page 8 LEAD Program Gain National Attention

San Diego Robber Makes by Emily Cummings partnership also comes with the Times reporter, Ron Lieber, Getaway in 30-Year-Old Motor Staff Writer hope of ensuring college students decided to sit in on some of Home: Police in California are graduate with the skills to make the financial sophistication searching for a robbery suspect In December, Champlain formed sound decisions about spending, workshops to see what he could who managed to make his a partnership with several credit, and investments. Finally, learn. This portion of LEAD has getaway in 1981 Jamboree motor Vermont financial institutions adults will benefit by learning become a requirement for all home after he demanded cash in the hopes of increasing finan- to navigate difficult financial Undergraduate juniors. “It was at a local Navy Federal Credit cial literacy across Vermont. As situations like buying a home based on a simple observation Union. “We’re looking for him part of this new partnership, and saving for retirement. The that nearly everyone agreed around San Diego,” spokesman Champlain College now has a effort gained national attention with, and certainly employers Detective Gary Hassen told Financial Literacy Center and when the New York Times fea- did,” said Champlain’s presi- reporters. “It could be trailer has launched the first year of the tured Champlain and this new dent, David Finney. “The average parks, camping areas, or at the financial sophistication portion partnership in a January article beach, places where you’d park a of LEAD. John Pelletier of Stowe called “In College, Learning See Financial motor home.” Photo Provided is now Director of the Center. The about Money.” Page 7 Page 2 FEATURES The Champlain CurrentFebruary 2011 COLUMNS Page 3

Coping with Stress: Three Students’ Stories Journalists to Share You Are What You Eat: Keeping Those Resolutions Take Back Vermont by Amanda King Jesston Simon is sophomore Adding to Simon’s stress believe I have slipped into some by Jillian Towne has decided to make this year You can find websites online keep healthy, and stay focused. by Amanda King many outside of Chittenden Staff Writer a Game Design major, and like are finances. Like most college kind of deep depression.” War Stories at Staff Writer a healthier year (and why that will tell you the amount of But when you walk into the caf Staff Writer County still have. many students his age, he goes to students, he worries about how Another Game Design major, wouldn’t you?), here are some calories you burn doing normal and spot that piece of carrot For me, the campaign calls “Four out of ten college students class, does his homework, has a he will pay off his loans. Most John Nagle, has a different story. Champlain College A lot of people make New tips to help keep you on track! things like cleaning your room, cake with cream cheese frosting In December of 1999 the Vermont back memories of enormous report they feel stressed often. work-study job and participates in students do not, however, “feel As a junior, Nagle has had to get Year’s Resolutions. Many of Figure out your Body walking to the waterfront, or or one of those heavenly seven Supreme Court ruled it uncon- white signs with big block let- One out of five say they feel clubs around campus. You might [themselves] to be one of the few used to sleeping only three to by Stephen Mease editor, whose departmentthose involve getting back into Mass Index. There are tons of even scraping the snow off your layer bars, grab it, sit down, and stitutional to deny same-sex tering of “Take Back Vermont” stressed most of the time,” states say he’s a fairly average example people in the school who will four hours a night and missing Champlain Public Information has won national awards forshape, loosing weight, eating websites with BMI i n f o r- car. enjoy. Don’t feel guilty. Don’t couples the same right to family on the sides of barns and houses a nationwide survey of college stu- of a person in his major, except he legitimately have to worry about out on activities. “I couldn’t do & News Director multimedia. healthier, etc., etc. mation, and it’s Put down the diet foods. get angry with yourself. Enjoy as heterosexual couples had. The during the civil unions campaign. dents conducted by the Associated isn’t. Simon has an undiagnosed whether or not they can return HVZ because of class work; I kind The WCAX TV Channel I don’t have any really helpful. People spend a lot of time it. And lick your fork. court’s ruling said that Vermont I remember arguments and Press and mtvU (MTV Network’s learning disability that causes next semester based on finances.” of tapered down how much I go Local journalists, photographers 3 News reporting team that exact statistics on Everyone has a studying whether or not “diet” had to immedi- half-answered 24-hour college network). him to “take longer to do home- Perhaps surprisingly, Simon to the gym,” Nagle said. HVZ is and an award-winning author reported from Afghanistan the matter, but I’m healthy weight foods are actually good for you. ately implement questions within “Stress and the College work than other people, about still maintains a B+ average and Champlain College’s live action will share their experiences and in early August 2010: Darrenpretty confident in range, based on Want to know some of what marriage or some my own family, Student” is a publication of the twice as long.” During an humans versus zombies game, insights from recent reporting Perron, anchor of the 6, 10 and 11 these assertions. age, s e x , they’ve found? Smoothies (like “equal” alternative and I remember University of Illinois at Chicago average week this means and an almost requisite part of trips to the front lines of the p.m. news and a winner of eightNow, a lot of those and height, and Odwalla) are loaded with calo- Put down that chocolate that would grant being angry and to help students stay informed he can spend 36 hours or For many college the average gamer’s education. war in Afghanistan, from Iran Edward R. Murrow Awards, eightpeople who decided knowing this can ries and sugar. Splenda makes croissant! Eat these perfectly the same rights. It confused when and cope with their stress. The more on homework and Instead, Nagle spends his time and other conflicts spanning Emmy Award nominations, and a that this is the be the key to set- you gain weight. Some yogurt portioned snacks instead! may surprise some my grandpa document states that stress is tutoring in addition to the students, stress has in class, working on homework, the last 20 years Tues., Feb. 8 at dozen Associated Press Awards,year in which they ting realistic and can be as fattening as ice of you to know that repeatedly said, “I a normal bodily function that 15 hours spent in his five become a serious and occasionally reading a comic 8:00 p.m. in Champlain’s Alumni and Lance MacKenzie, photo will fit into their healthy goals. cream. Shop with caution, and • 30 pistachios the apparently wish they’d all go people can’t live without. It can classes. book or two, eating and socializ- Auditorium. Sponsored by the editor, whose work has placedfavorite pair of Make it fun. remember that the words “diet” • 2 whole cups of raspberries! liberal Vermont home.” Of course, actually improve productivity Social activities includ- health risk. ing. His homework alone takes up Professional Writing Program among the top three in both the jeans again, stop If you hate to run, and “sugar-free” are not neces- • 2 cups of popcorn we go to school in his statement was and functionality of the person ing clubs, eating and time a minimum of thirty-five hours a and the Vermont Council on National Press Photographer’seating trans-fatty don’t run. If you sarily green lights. • 1 cup of carrots with really was a con- referring to the experiencing it. with friends take up a week, classes are another fifteen World Affairs, the discussion will Association regional andfoods, and start hit- don’t like people Eat dessert! Starving hummus servative state. In many parts flatlanders and included far more For many college students, large portion of every college stu- loves what he does. This relative hours. Eating, socializing and be moderated by Mark Johnson, national television photojour-ting the gym three telling you what yourself isn’t the answer. In • 2 scrambled egg whites and it still is. The conservative “old- colorful language than that. however, stress has become a seri- dent’s time. For Simon this means success has brought with it wor- reading take up only twenty hours of the Mark Johnson Show on nalism contests, and has been times a week will to do, don’t go to fact, most people give up their a slice of whole-grain toast time Vermonters” were quick I was ten at the time and ous health risk. Constant stress nine and a half hours a week ried friends and extremely high of his time each week. With so WDEV 96.1 FM. nominated for a regional Emmy have already failed by the time an abs class. There are a lot of resolutions because they get so to reassign the worn-out catch didn’t know what the signs has been linked to depression, spread across five very different stress levels. When asked to rate much work and so little free time, “This is the first time all of and received top honors from theyou read this column. ways to get a good workout that frustrated with how restricted Snack on! phrase “Take Back Vermont” to meant. I only had a vague idea anxiety, suicide, heart problems, clubs and sixty-two hours spent himself on a scale of one to ten, Nagle has a secret to surviving. “I these journalists have been Vermont Associated Press. So, if you’re someone who you haven’t even considered. they feel. So, generally speaking, the campaign to stop then-Gov- of who “they” were and why eating disorders and can mani- eating, socializing and doing all of with ten being the most stressed, consider several of my homework assembled in one venue,” said Vermont Public Radio reporter ernor Howard Dean from signing everyone seemed so angry. As a fest itself in many other mental his necessary hygienic activities Simon rates himself at a constant assignments fun,” he said. “I the program’s coordinator, Steve Zind, editor of Vermont the civil unions into law. result, I don’t have that many or physical health problems. So and requisite time on Facebook. seven out of ten and claims to would never imagine myself to be Warren Baker, assistant profes- Public Radio’s Vermont Edition, Its opponents viewed the clear memories of anything why are forty percent of college His job eats up another nine and never be less stressed than five. in another major.” sor in Champlain’s Professional who last summer reported civil unions act as an assault substantial. So, to help clarify students feeling stressed often? a half hours of his week. That “Stress and a lack of sleep places Despite the similar work load, Writing program. “This is an live from Iran and spent three How to Stay on religious and familial values and add a new dimension to the The stories of three students at leaves him thirty five hours to me in a more serious mood than extraordinary opportunity for weeks with Vermont National This Time Around and quickly attributed it to the story, I interviewed my mother, Champlain College provide some sleep. Averaged out, that’s only my usual joyful and funny self,” See Stress the public to hear from and ask Guard soldiers in Afghanistan. old standby, flatlanders. For Laurie King. She has the unique insight. five hours a night. he says, “which makes my friends Page 8 questions of journalists who have In 2007, Zind was honored with Cute in the Cold those of you that don’t know, the perspective of being what could reported from the war zones we two national Edward R. Murrow by Megs Bell and everyone will take you more by Nicole Tetrault sacrifice your figure for either. phrase, as it is used here, applies be classified as a liberal (though have been hearing and reading Awards. Staff Writer seriously. Another option if you Staff Writer Add a cinch belt around your to anyone not from Vermont, but she’d never label herself as such) about for years. They will put Award-winning reporter are not a fan of it or you cannot natural waist or a little higher specifically those from states who married into a conservative Age of Ophiuchus? The Middle East a perspective on the wars in and author Louis Salome, who All right, ladies and gents. My wear a pencil skirt is a pantsuit, It’s All About the Layers! to highlight the smallest part of viewed as rich, obnoxious, liberal family. Afghanistan and Iraq that have has worked as an investigative last column was all about certain or even a pair of dress pants and Try a turtleneck with a thin you and give you that hourglass or any combination of the three. “Everybody was divided, fami- by Courtney Triola is Burning had a lasting impact on families reporter, political writer, edito-aesthetic styles in the world of then a simple yet elegant shirt cardigan over and a puffy vest shape. My favorite: A very thin Massachusetts and Connecticut lies were divided, couples were Staff Writer throughout the region. Also, rial page editor and writer, and the college fashion that I found to that you dress up with some to top it off, or maybe layered sweater of two (an animal print come up most frequently if you divided. The old time Vermont by Sean Conrad country after 23 years in power. having on the panel a journalist correspondent throughout thebe rather heinous. Although it is jewelry. It doesn’t take much cardigans with a cinch belt over. or bright pop of color anyone?), ask someone to explain just who families, like dad and grandma January 13, 2011 was a night of Staff Writer The Tunisian police, once feared of Louis Salome’s breadth and world, including the Middle easy to be nit-picky and spot the to make an outfit really stand Just make sure the colors don’t with a double button cord blazer the flatlanders are. The mantra and grandpa, all were on the Twitter and Facebook frenzy as it by the protestors, turned face and depth of experience will broaden East, Central Asia, Russia,things that bother me, there are out; nothing tacky or raffish is clash too much. with boots and matching cinch “Take Back Vermont” was very “Take Back Vermont” side. It was hit the news that astrologers may Editor’s note: This story was joined the protestors on January the global perspective of report- North Africa, and Europe. He styles here that I do like, too. needed. belt. much a cry to kick the out-of- not have been getting our signs written during a time of intense 23. The next day, Rachid Ammar, ing from the front lines and has won numerous awards for Men, stick to the ties and but- I cannot stress enough one Poncho Perfect staters out and return Vermont See Vermont right for hundreds of years. activity in Egypt. Specific pieces Tunisia’s army chief, announced create an opening for an expan- editorial writing, including twice ton down shirts with dress pants, particular aspect of the mindset A warm tunic sweater under Accessorize, to the conservative roots that Page 8 Everyone has gotten used to of information were updated dur- the army was on the side of the sive discussion.” awarded the Distinguished khakis or even with jeans: it still of some females: the use of low a poncho is a great way to ring in Accessorize, the twelve signs we hear about ing the writing and may be out of protestors and that they would The evening’s panel will Service Award by Sigma Delta looks great. Another tip to add to cut shirts in the workplace. There the New Year, especially with a Accessorize! in daily horoscopes that predict date by time of publication. “defend the revolution.” Prime include: Chi, the National Society of the look is to don a blazer. When is really no need to announce it great pair of leggings or skinny 1. Often people feel them- our love lives, work lives, money Every few years the evening Minister Mohamed Ghannouchi The Burlington Free Press Professional Journalists. He isyou put yourself out in the world to the entire place that you are jeans. Pair with neutral pumps selves falling into a rut in the Some Like it Hot issues, and health—Capricorn, http://simostronomy.blogspot.com/2010/03/ news covers protests, mobs and is currently acting president and reporting team that visited the author of Violence, Veils andfor an internship, job, or what shopping for a mate or that you or boots and you’ve got yourself winter, or even a little depressed. Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, ophiuchus-13th-sign-of-zodiac.html riots in the streets halfway across appears to be trying to set up a Afghanistan in September 2010: Bloodlines - Reporting from War have you, looking put together is are really proud of your assets. I a winter savvy look. Note: if you Cure the dull winter blues with by Jocellyn Harvey Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, used to represent the Egyptian the world in countries that no one new government. He removed Sam Hemingway, a senior inves- Zones (McFarland, 2010). important. Employers will think believe that it is only logical that are short and/or petite, avoid a bright colored bag or shoe. Staff Writer Scorpio, and Sagittarius. They’ve man, and that is why Ophiuchus is seems to know how to pronounce. all other members of the previ- tigative reporter who has won Q and A will follow the panel more highly of you for not looking instead of wearing that low cut ponchos that are long (aka While a bright pink jacket may defined the personalities of also called the “Serpent Holder.” However, the past two weeks have ous government on January 27, a number of local and national discussion. The event is free andlike a sloppily dressed miscreant. shirt and spending more than anything below mid-thigh to veer on the side of ostentatious, Contrary to popular beliefs, horoscope lovers since the zodiac If you used to be a Sagittarius, seen civilian revolts in Tunisia, shortly after forming a short-term awards for his work, and Ryan open to all. You could be a great person, but necessary amounts of time get- the knee) or anything with too a bright pink bag will add a little yoga welcomes all. It doesn’t was first created by Babylonians you would now actually be an then Yemen, Jordan, and now government composed of political Mercer, photo/video/multimedia if you do not look the part, shame ting all dressed up to impress much fabric. You want to rock cheer to your outfit. Plus you’re care if you’re a bulky juicehead over two thousand years ago, or, Ophiuchus. Even some Scorpios Egypt. Tens of thousands have dissidents and members of the on you. In the business world, it’s your co-workers, you should be that poncho, not drown in it. much less likely to forget a bag who benches 200 pounds or at least, it seemed, until the day are now in that category. Unsure? taken to the streets to protest opposition party. It is unknown shape up or ship out. turning in your annual budget like that in class. someone who hasn’t gone for Parke Kunkle of the Minnesota The new sign’s dates range from oppressive governments. There how well this new government Sometimes the sloppy look or whatever you are. However, 2. Oversized scarves are a mile run since the dreaded Planetarium Society threw November 30 to December 17. are rumors of a small protest in will be received by the people and Erk, Stephenson named lights some people’s fires, but if you are some kind of escort at making their mark on the run- Presidential Fitness Tests of Ophiuchus into the mix. What does this mean for your per- Saudi Arabia. if it will stay in power, but one most of the time it doesn’t fly. To night that doesn’t have the time way and around celebs’ necks high school. A yoga practice The zodiac is supposed to be sonality? The characteristics of The Tunisian revolution was thing is certain: the people were ITS Students of the Month keep an outfit one that is stylish to change between jobs, then you this winter, especially ones with will enhance anyone’s life if based on what constellation the Ophiuchus outline that you are an primarily inspired by Mohamed brought to their breaking point and put together you also must have my blessing. a fun print (leopard, perhaps?), they go into it with an open sun was in on the day of your interpreter of dreams, you attract Bouazizi, a 27 year-old man from and they will make sure they get Corrie Erk, a junior Computer to engaging in campus activities have shoes to fit the outfit: ten- I also think that the invention and multiple chunky layers. mind! I practice to center birth, but according to Kunkle, good luck and jealousy, and you Sidi Salah. Bouazizi was a & Digital Forensic major, and illustrates her school spirit and nis shoes or skater shoes do not of what some places call “casual 3. Skinny jeans and leggings myself and it’s the one time astrology has been getting this seek higher education. In case street vendor constantly Melanie Stephanson, a senior in serves as a strong role model forfit the bill. A better option is to Fridays” is a great idea. It is said are really popular this season, when I can block out the world, wrong for years because they you are ever worried about your targeted police who would The past two weeks Web Development & Design, have ITS students. wear dress shoes. that people work better when so why not pair them with a focus on my breath, and con- don’t account for a little thing wardrobe, you are also a wearer of confiscate his merchan- been named ITS Students of the To acknowledge its students’ Guys, I am not done yet; some- they are in more comfortable great boot over legwarmers. This nect it to my body. But I totally astronomers call “precession.” As vibrant colors. dise. After a particularly have seen civilian Month for December, 2010 and accomplishments, the ITS thing I feel that is important to clothing. But, again when you creates a layered and elongated understand that some people the Earth orbits around the sun The important question here humiliating experience revolts in Tunisia, then January, 2011, respectively. Division initiated “The Student ofmention is the fact that some dress casually, be careful. Jeans look and protects those tootsies hit the mats purely for flex- it “wobbles,” caused by a gravita- is, who honestly cares? According with a female munici- Erk exemplifies ITS & the Month” Award. Monthly, ITS men find it okay to wear some that are not ripped, and polos from Jack Frost. ibility and svelte arms. This tional pull from the moon. This to Kunkle and other astrono- pal officer who slapped Yemen, Jordan, and Champlain College school spirit faculty and staff select a student other kind of more fitting shoe and sweaters are also a good doesn’t mean the people trying Photo Provided wobbling causes the Earth’s axis mers, people have known about him and spit in his face, with her high level of engagement who has demonstrated commit-that is not a dress shoe, but not a idea. When dressing for those to block out distractions and to move after about 26,000 years Ophiuchus for years, but astrolo- Bouazizi attempted to now Egypt. in activities and leadership roles, ment to excellence in his/her area sneaker (wrestle with that one.) Fridays, think country clubs! the people aiming to reshape a room that is anywhere from so it is no longer pointing at the gers don’t use it because it’s not meet with the governor according to Mark Zammuto, of study and who also has gone Ladies, do not fret: I have Most country clubs do not like it their bodies cannot attend 100 to 105 degrees, with 40% same star as it used to. This is part of the “tropical zodiac.” and insisted, “If you don’t Career Services Advisor. Corrie above and beyond to help thesome positive words of wisdom when their patrons wear sweat- the same classes. A style both humidity. I took my first class essentially just a highly technical Ophiuchus is part of what’s called see me, I’ll burn myself!” At the government they want. is/has served as DFA secretary, major, division, and the College. for you as well. pants or workout clothes. types will benefit from, and at the studio on Pine Street, way of saying that, since it’s fac- the “sidereal zodiac,” or the zodiac approximately 11:30 a.m. local Al Jazeera’s live feed from K.I.T.S. Group Leader, admissions The recipient of the award One item that never seems One more subject I would like http://www.refinery29.com/img/winter-street- is most enjoyable during the during the hottest week of the ing a different star, the earth now that is actually based on what time on December 17, Bouazizi downtown Cairo started with student ambassador, orientation receives a written certificate andto go out of style is the pencil to touch upon is the fact that I style-street-fashion-op.jpg colder months, is Bikram. summer. I probably could have enters a thirteenth constellation. constellation the sun is in on your set himself on fire in front of the people walking down streets leader, a member of the digital a gift certificate for $50 to skirt.the If you wear a pencil skirt have seen much less of the whole Two Words: Faux Fur This style was developed by performed the asanas outside This thirteenth constellation of birthday. The zodiac used in the government building. He died on toward police blockades. As the forensics challenge team, serves local restaurant of their choice. and a blazer or blouse it shows leggings-as-pants nightmare: Stay animal-friendly and Bikram Choudhury, who prac- and saved ten dollars. But I was the zodiac is called Ophiuchus. It’s Western part of the world, or the January 4. as a tutor and mentor, and is cap- A copy of the certificate is posteda more professional attitude, good work! warm with the hottest trend of ticed yoga for many years, but in an ambitious mood. Bikram probably the hardest sign to pro- tropical zodiac, is only based on Several days after Bouazizi’s See Burning tain of a Champlain intramural on the door of the West Hall Lab 2011 thus far. Whether it be an badly injured himself and was may seem intimidating, but nounce (Ooh-FEE-yew-kus), and the seasons. self-immolation, the officer who Page 7 sports team. Her commitment during the following month. adorable little hat, a vest, shawl told he’d never walk again. He you can go into a vinyasa class also one of the grossest sounding. Twitter and Facebook junk- assaulted him and the governor or jacket, fur is the accessory did, and went on to create his and be met with similar chal- Of all of the constellations this is ies alike raised hell the day this who refused to meet with him Communopoly to have this winter for the true own style of yoga that consists lenges. Don’t let the heat keep the only one based on a real per- hit the news all because Kunkle were suspended. Protests began fashionista. of 26 asanas (the Sanskrit word you out! son. His name was Imhotep and raised a simple question by put- almost immediately after his The Importance of DREAMing by Jeremy Allmendinger be owned by the people, not by a for poses/postures). Compared Bikram Burlington is on he lived in Egypt around the 27th ting Ophiuchus on the news. It’s act, though some were not as Staff Writer single entity. Also, seven different Add a Belt to other practices, the major- Pine Street, right across from century BCE. He was known for a question you’ve all heard before. effective as others. On January by Anya Frans level; each program is run Activities range from cookie companies will make it, so you Layering smaller sweaters ity of the asanas don’t require Recycle North, and the cost is his knowledge of medicine and for What’s better? The lie that draws 14 the president of Tunisia, Staff Writer independently through partici- decorating to tie dying to rock You know how Monopoly is don’t have any of that corner-on- and jacket blazers is a great much flexibility. What you the art of healing. Serpents were a smile… Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, fled the pating colleges within the state climbing and conclude with athe quintessential capitalist the-market business you do with way to stay warm and stylish, http://fashion.elle.com/fashion/ need in Bikram is will power, See Hot Every Friday afternoon stu- of Vermont. final group adventure at thegame? You’ve got money being the traditional game. The box but you don’t want to have to insider/2011/01/12/street-chic-london-10/ because the classes are held in Page 8 dents at Champlain College Karkut and “co-pilot,” Laura end of the school year. Billyexchanged, property changing and its contents will be made by help make dreams of disad- Kingston, work with the men- Boos, a second-year mentor hands, and greedy little chil- only the highest-paid underpaid Education Students Engage Middle vantaged youth come true by tors to organize activities for at Champlain College, worksdren learning their first lessons child laborers in Guatemala, thing. Hasbro simply thanked Directing through Recreation, the kids every Friday on the directly with Dominic, ageabout how business used to work which isn’t a Communist state, me for the idea and reported Schools in Service Learning Project Education, Adventure, and Champlain campus as well as seven, whose favorite activity is before all those anti-trust laws but will be when we’re through me to something called the Wash Spot Laundromat Mentoring. DREAM, a non- around Burlington. “Fridays ice-skating. “It’s great becausethat they really don’t tell you with it. If they’re not guaranteed House Un-American Activities by Sam Friedman profit mentoring program, are the best,” exclaims Karkut. it gives kids opportunities that about while you play the game, seven cents a day, we don’t want Committee. Personally, I think Special to the Current connects children from subsi- “[The mentors] usually meet at they wouldn’t have without the but they darn well should? Well, anything to do with them. that any game with properties dized housing developments 3:15pm, distribute the driving program,” said Boos. “Like ice-I thought that Communopoly – I tried to market my idea for such as “Havana” and “Hoover’s STUDENT SPECIAL Champlain College students are dedicated to the with volunteer students from lists, and head up to Birchwood, skating.” Communist Monopoly – would Communopoly to several differ- Grave” is a guaranteed winner, welfare of the community and to becoming actively local Vermont colleges. Vermont to pick up the kids. DREAM provides an be a great idea. At any given ent game makers. All of them but they were probably turned We MATCH any amount over $20.00 involved in it. Many of the requirements students Matthew Karkut, a “co-pilot” Then, depending on what we’re imaginative and educational time, all players have the exact but Hasbro stamped my proposal off by the loaded dice. have to perform to qualify for graduation go by for DREAM at Champlain doing, we bring them back to environment in which children same net worth, except for the with a bright red seal, which Until next time, this is Xavier added to your Laundry Wash Card quickly because they involve performing a service to College, became interested in campus for about two hours can grow. Despite its carefreebanker, who has ten times as I, of course, at first thought Yes. Stay classica– Ooh, look, I’m the benefit of others. the program when his Resident and have a grand ol’ time. After much. When you buy the game, was a mark of their approval. getting a call from the federal OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS/WEEK However, last semester the students of John Assistant mentioned her we pack them back up and See DREAMing you have to sign an agreement Apparently, however, in the government. Stroup’s Service Learning class took this one step involvement with the organi- wish them a good weekend.” Page 8 with the store that the board will business world red is not a good Every 11th washer Free further and performed several service projects in zation during a hall meeting. middle schools throughout Chittenden County. “Well I was bored at college and 2 Load Washers $1.99 Through careful planning, hard work, and a desire my RA, Brooke, said I needed to succeed, they managed to help integrate technol- to check out DREAM,” said 3 Load Washers $3.29 ogy into classrooms, provide coats for the warmth Karkut. “So I did and when I 5 Load Washers $5.89 of students in need, offer rich insight into differ- found out what it was I decided Want to share your voice? 8 Load Washers $9.89 ent cultures, and address many other needs in the to become a mentor. I had been community. involved with Boy Scouts and Credit cards accepted Service learning is a part of the curriculum at then Eagle Scouts when I was Write for the Current! Champlain College and challenges students to younger and I wanted to go create a reciprocal learning experience to provide back to my roots and be a kid, Send your article to: 207 Riverside Ave, Burlington others with the tools to combat a societal problem. so DREAM was perfect for me.” Performing this service benefits both the community Founded in 1999 by students [email protected] www.thewashspot.com and the student because of its emphasis on self- at Dartmouth College, DREAM motivation and autonomy. was created to function on a clean@thewashspot Students presenting their final project. Photo Provided by John Stroup personal, local, and communal Champlain College and the Birchwood Program ice-skating outing. Photo Provided Page 4 EDITORIAL The Champlain CurrentFebruary 2011 REVIEWS Page 5 Editorial Black Swan Blue Valentine Review Destined for Success by Will Ryan devastated. shoots the film in icy tones with Staff Writer Dean, played by Ryan Gosling out-of-focused backgrounds, keep- by Michael Varraso Aronofsky’s film Black (Lars and the Real Girl, Half ing the camera centered closely The Early Bird Get to Have Staff Writer Swan is an artistic master- Love can be hard. The long-term Nelson), is a stay-at-home dad on the actors. Especially in the piece, which proves both relationships that stem from who has found a comfortable segments in the present, there’s a Their Entire Family at Graduation Directed by Darren Aronofsky, the devotion and talent romantic love aren’t always easy. life taking care of his young certain claustrophobia to the pho- Black Swan was destined to be he has for movie making. Over time peoples’ outlooks and daughter, waking up at 8 a.m. tography that gives the subject successful as soon as the first Aronofsky makes use of priorities can change and shift to drink before heading off the matter a degree of realism most It’s happened. Graduation is When I started thinking about changing the venue this year. rumor of it popped up. Granted background crescendos away from the singular emotional paint houses. Cindy, played by films can’t muster. officially three months away - I how close we are to graduation We consulted our advisers and that rumor was that Natalie to fill the audience with a connection and coexistence most Michelle Williams (Wendy and But the success of Blue have to admit, I just recounted now, I panicked at the thought others who have oversight and Portman and Mila Kunis had a sense of suspense. He uses spend their lives looking for. The Lucy, Mammoth), is career- Valentine stems from its perfor- on my fingers five times to make of having only four tickets and input on choosing the gradu- sex scene. And granted most of the close-up camera shots to end of such a relationship, built focused as a nurse who must also mances and the writing behind sure. Yeah. Three months. Okay. remembered the petition. Not ation venue. After discussing hype was by teenage guys giddy capture the intensity of his not just upon love, but years of work the family’s domestic duties them. Williams and Gosling So, if you’re also at that point, a swift move on my part I’ll with all individuals involved, in anticipation of the steamy characters, and brings the shared experience, support, and into her schedule. They are both are perfect in every scene they take a moment to recover and admit. we were informed that it was scene. But still, it was destined to insanity inherent in Nina a breadth of commitment, can unconditionally devoted to their share and their dialog breathes then please keep reading. You’ll First I had to track down impossible to change the venue be successful. alive through a blend of cos- result in a damn near personal daughter, but their own individ- with life that feels genuine and be all right. You’re accomplish- where the petition landed. I for this year because the reser- Black Swan tells the story of tumes and CGI. Aronofsky apocalypse. ual paths seem to have created at times improvised. Gosling’s ing something great. I promise, spoke with the students who vation and deposit has already Nina (Portman), a ballerina with promised a psycho-thriller, Most films treat relationships a void between them, though portrayal of Dean’s undercurrent you want this, you really do. had been gathering signatures been made. They are however a penchant for visual hallucina- and he delivered. by starkly separating them into Cindy seems to be more aware of sensitivity as it bubbles over is So when you get to this point, for the petition and found out looking into new venues for tions and bouts of paranoia. Nina Of course, like any other categories of disposability and the of its implications than Dean. He quite startling and Williams, who you start to get all this infor- the petition had actually been next year. If the venue is to be is chosen to play both the parts movie, Black Swan does http://www.nt2099.com/J-ENT/news/american- promise of unending highways of seems content to remain unaware has less to work with, is able to mation about graduation. And handed over to Megan Crilly changed there needs to be at of the White Swan and the Black have its flaws. Aronofsky’s entertainment/cinema-news/poster-for-black-swan/ happiness and good-times, while of his shortcomings and their pack so much repressed frustra- this packet arrives in the mail to be reviewed by the Student least a year notice given to all Swan in a prestigious New York use of a handheld camera to cap- reality is just a wee bit more effects, while Cindy, exhausted, tion and weariness into her body with all of the dates and other Government Association. Crilly individuals to help make the Ballet troupe’s presentation of ture the up close, gritty footage of depiction of a dancer’s struggle, complex. Blue Valentine seeks seems she can’t say a word to him language and silence. information you need to know. is the Director of Program change. If you want to give sug- Swan Lake. Though she is a per- the dancing is good in short bursts, playing on the duality of Swan to capture a long-term relation- without conflict arising. The film doesn’t take sides It’s not very large or assuming Coordination for the SGA. gestions/ feedback on the event, fect White Swan, she lacks the but he uses it constantly. By the Lake, Black Swan is a movie. And ship in its ultimate crossroads The present state of their in the conflict, and doesn’t push at all. Reading through most of Apparently the petition had please contact the SGA to start sensuality to portray the Black end of the movie, Nina’s paranoia a good movie at that. and the resulting quagmire of relationship contrasts with flash- the audience to choose, either. It it didn’t surprise me. Rehearsal been turned into her, but that the process now.” Swan, and fears that Lily (Kunis), is easily understandable: there A roller coaster-ride that conflicting emotions, and does backs of its beginnings with a depicts love that, while remain- dates and times, cap and gown was the last the students had So, it seems the class of 2011 a new ballerina who seems per- was a camera two inches from her seems to bend reality, Black Swan so with a brutal, unflinching less alcoholic and less seasoned ing in some form, has frayed order information. Then, the heard about it. Whether or not was a bit behind the ball on this fect for the role, may be after her face constantly. will pull you to the edge of your honesty that, if you can relate at Dean working as a mover in between two relatable and justi- part I’ve waited for, ticket they were actually contacted one. However, there’s hope for spot. The movie is also incredibly seat and leave you there until the all with what’s happening on the Brooklyn, New York and a more fied people beneath selfishness information. I was disappointed with a decision, I wanted to know the future. Note, “They are how- Include a sleazy dance instruc- hyperbolic. Though there is no credits role. From the palpable screen, will leave you emotionally brightly spirited Cindy at school and opposing priorities and paths when I realized all of this what had become of the petition. ever looking into new venues tor played to perfection by question that dancers go through sexual tension to the sweaty in Pennsylvania work- of growth. There are moments of information was the same infor- I couldn’t get a hold of Crilly by for next year.” The thing is you Vincent Cassel, and a once-upon- hell in order to prepare for a role, scenes of lust, Aronofsky artisti- ing toward a career stark reality that offer a sense of mation that had already been email as need to act NOW. So any a-time-ballerina mother (Barbara as far as I know, none have gone cally delivers a movie that will as a doctor. Cindy overwhelming catharsis, show- online. Four tick- other classes out there who Hershey) with an iron fist and a as bat-shit insane as Portman. leave the audience questioning. is also juggling the ing what these two people once ets per graduate; want more than four tick- complete lack of any artistic tal- However, it’s important to remem- Rarely does Hollywood deliver a awkward end to a shared. A scene near the begin- “...no additional ets to graduation, I suggest ent, and you have an impressive ber that Black Swan is a movie, movie so fresh and intriguing. previous relationship ning shows Cindy comforting tickets will be you get organized early. cast of characters. and movies are by nature dra- 4/5 Stars. as well as taking care Dean, in tears after finding and given for entrance I have been thinking Testaments to cold and escaping warm air hang from the bridge between Ireland and Hauke. Photo By Warren Baker But more than the actors, matic. Though an overly dramatic of her grandmother. burying the family’s suddenly into Memorial about this, our lack of Their relationship deceased dog. The scene is almost Auditorium.” This is venue space for years starts in sweetly small a throwaway in the grander a major disappoint- now - ever since I was a moments that soon scheme and certainly doesn’t lin- ment for me who Freshman Ambassador A Closer Look at City Market become overshadowed ger, but it’s highly affecting and has five people in my for graduation. It was too by larger looming chal- lasting. immediate family small then and that was Letter by Jocellyn Harvey peel, like apples and leafy greens, students can easily join. lenges, which they both The small moments that alone. (Anyone have almost four years ago Comments? Staff Writer in the organic form when possible One is becoming a capital- handle with a naively populate the beginning of the an extra ticket by now. Why didn’t I act at to the because the protection against ized member by paying $15 a determined sense of couple’s relationship are all the the way?) The most least a year sooner? Concerns? I’m kind of turning into a food pesticides isn’t as good. Items year. At the end of the year you the future that points more heartbreaking as the action unfortunate part of Maybe something can Editor snob. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not with thick skins, like avocados get a percentage of how much directly to the present. builds toward its inevitable melt- this whole thing is still be done? Maybe if Questions? against the occasional McDonalds and oranges, can be bought con- you spent back. The average The film is built down. Blue Valentine doesn’t go that the reason we can enough people speak up. hash browns and I have a wonder- ventionally. When trying to figure this past year was $80! You can around a raw natural- down gracefully; it forces you only have four tickets At the very least let this ful (though incredibly unhealthy) out confusing weight prices, look also get discounts at businesses istic style that pushes into the turmoil of crumbling love is due to the location be a warning to the class State Government Write a letter to the editor! relationship with Reese’s Peanut for items that cost less than $3 in Burlington like 10 percent the realism of the two that is rarely captured in film or of the ceremony. For of 2012. If you want Butter Cups, but I usually try to per pound. These foods tend to not off at Battery Street Jeans and lead performances any art form, but it does capture Needs Everyone’s Send yours to: years now, Champlain more tickets, speak up give myself the best food possible. spoil as quickly and you’re getting many other places. Once you’ve and their respective it in all its heartbreaking tearful- [email protected] College graduation has now! Support There is this the best value. been there long enough to have characters into a blunt eyed glory. been held in Memorial By the way, I wasn’t stigma that shop- Eating what’s in paid $200, assuming you stay light. Writer/direc- Blue Valentine opened at Auditorium. However, kidding about that As Vermont’s Republican State ping for healthy season will also in Burlington after graduation, http://www.aceshowbiz.com/still/00002529/ tor Derek Clanfrance Palace 9 January 28. while the venue hasn’t extra ticket. Questions? Auditor, I want to see the Shumlin food means you’ll keep the cost you’ll become a life member and blue_valentine_poster02.html changed, the size of the Comments? Contact administration succeed in preserv- be paying a lot down. As tasty won’t have to pay dues. class graduating cer- me! Just type, “Letter ing our state’s financial stability. more money, and as they are, I’m Another option is to become a tainly has. Why do we to the Editor” in the It is no accident that Vermont was I understand not sure how I working member. You can volun- continue to hold gradu- subject line and email voted one of the best managed college students feel about the teer at City Market or an affiliated ation in space that is it to me at emily. states in the country positioned What’s on you mind? would rather $6 per pound business for two hours a month obviously too small? cummings@mymail. to address this [current financial] spend their bell peppers! and get a 7 percent discount for I’ve talked to a lot of champlain.edu champlain.edu. crisis. We must remain strategic Want to share you view? money on PBR A n o t h e r the following month. my fellow graduating If you have any more ques- and unemotional, as a team, to and Wings Over Burlington. amazing part of City Market is You can also volunteer for classmates, and many of them her inbox was full, but thanks tions and/or concerns for the navigate through this continuing Thankfully we are blessed to have the bulk section, which is located four hours and get a 12 percent have the same concern. How are to Facebook, we were able to SGA, the best way to contact difficulty. Thanks to all of you Write for the Current! a local co-op that provides a range by the teas. Here you’ll find: rice, discount. Capitalized members we all going to fit? connect. I asked Crilly what, them is by email (sga@cham- citizens in advance for your sup- of healthy foods and good prices. pasta, flour, candies, spices, types can also be working members. Send your article to: In the fall a petition spear- if anything, had become of the plain.edu) and by phone at port of the current leadership in Formerly known as Onion of peanut butters, nuts, cookie, Now, everyone has a few hours [email protected] headed by two graduating petition. 865-5495. Montpelier. River Co-Op, City Market Co-Op oils, and even lavender soap! This lying around, so why not become seniors circulated in an attempt In true SGA fashion, the is a five-minute walk from cam- section is great for the times you more involved in your community to have the ceremony moved Association sent out an official Tom Salmon pus. Unlike some health food want to try out a new recipe, need and take advantage of this great to a larger location. I, along statement to me in response to Emily Cummings St. Johnsbury stores that are geared toward a little bit of cocoa powder, and opportunity to eat amazing food. with several other students, my email. It said, “After receiv- Editor-in-Chief people with money, City Market don’t want to get an entire con- signed the petition. That was ing the petition, we investigated has a diverse shopper’s base of tainer. You can get a snack size the last I heard of anything. further into the possibility of college students, immigrants, amount of chocolate covered pret- and families. I went there to talk zels for 58 cents (I know, because to Caroline Homan, who special- I do this very often) and you can Don’t forget: izes in helping people shop on try out almond butter worry free. If you bike there, bring in your a budget. Homan tells me that City Market also has a sandwich helmet and get 5 percent off your state co-ops band together to buy making stand and a hot food and total. healthy boxed or canned food in salad bar that I would strongly Anyone can set up a free bulk. They then can turn around recommend vegans and vegetar- appointment with Caroline and sell it to us at a lower price ians check out, and the chicken Homan to learn how to shop on a than Price Chopper or Shaw’s. wings are quite tasty as well. budget. Produce is going to be cheaper at If you find a recipe you like and Bring a reusable shopping bag a co-op as well, because quality want to create, City Market will and save five cents off your total isn’t a commodity; quality is the even e-mail you the recipe. bill. norm. Anyone can shop at the co-op, Check out the Sustain They still offer options like but if you go there often enough Champlain blog and read my conventional, organic, and local, you’ll probably want to see some weekly postings called Going Emily Cummings Editor-In-Chief so you don’t feel forced to buy just additional savings and benefits. Mindful! Amanda King Managing Editor EDITORIAL POLICY one type. She suggests buying City Market has three options produce that doesn’t have a thick for added discounts, and college

The Champlain Current publishes news and opinions to EDITORIAL BOARD the Champlain College student body and by extension to numerous related audiences. The Current serves as a ped- ‘Letter from Birmingham Jail’ Sean Conrad A&E Editor agogical vehicle to further the educational opportunities Alex Dahl Art Director of Champlain College students in all programs of study. Plays to Packed House Carissa Stimpfel Features Editor The Current’s primary function is to give voice to the The Champlain College Office “The Letter from the Birmingham Dodson, Dylan Suprlock, Joanne Jillian Towne Columns Editor of Diversity and Inclusion and Jail” – was written on scraps of Farrell, Megan Lambros, Megan diverse issues and interests of import to the College’s Champlain Theatre presented paper and in the margins of a Munson-Warnken and Ame students and by extension, the rest of the Champlain a dramatic reading of Martin newspaper. Extensive excerpts Lambert as community members. community. While mindful of the differing tastes of its Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from from the letter were published Videos were edited and created STAFF WRITERS readers, the Current believes that opinions responsibly Birmingham Jail” to a packed without King’s consent, on May by Nick Galante and Jonathan and realistically expressed deserve to be given voice. Alumni Auditorium Monday, 19, 1963 in the New York Post. Mendel. Jeremy Allmendinger Britney Farrell Rachel Salois January 25. Ame Lambert, senior direc- Megs Bell Anya Franz Melissa Sheketoff On April 12, 1963, Martin tor of the Office Subjects including sex, violence, alcohol, drugs, and profan- Luther King, Jr. was arrested of Diversity and David Bender Jocellyn Harvey Nicole Tetrault ity will appear in the Current only when they further the with Ralph Abernathy by Police Inclusion offered a Kayleigh Blanchette Allison Neal Courtney Triola content of the piece, and will be printed at the discretion Commissioner Eugene “Bull” personal reflection Michael Bujtas Dan Ritter Michael Varraso of the editor-in-chief in consultation with the managing Connor for demonstrating with- on race and racism. out a permit. While he was in The evening was Elizabeth Crawford Will Ryan Cameron Williams editor and the faculty advisor. prison, eight Alabama clergymen directed by Joanne published a statement titled “A Farrell, with the Call for Unity.” In it, the clergy- cast Edgar Davis men agreed that social injustices as Martin Luther Warren Baker Faculty Advisor existed, but argued that the battle King, Jr.; Kenneth against racial segregation should Wade and Frank be fought solely in the courts and Robinson as clergy- Printed at Vermont Publishing Co., St. Albans, Vermont not in the streets. men readers; and Dr. King’s response – known as Emily Ginter, Kyle Photo By Stephen Mease Page 6 ARTS The Champlain CurrentFebruary 2011 Page 7

ReJoyce From Burning government shut off the internet The protests in Yemen have From Financial Champlain will learn how to coalition of organizations inter- by Britney Farrell Jezebel Your Gut is About as Page 2 and cell phone networks, remov- been quite tame in comparison to Page 1 budget and manage their credit. ested in advancing financial ing the protestors’ main avenue those in Tunisia and Egypt, but When Times reporter Lieber sat literacy among students in pre- by Mike Varraso Smart as a Cat time of prayer approached the for getting the word out to the rest much more well organized. Yemen college graduate doesn’t know in on some of the workshops he kindergarten through college, people slowed and vast numbers of the world and hampering their is one of the poorest countries in how to do anything or how to was impressed with the Peer high school seniors on average Now, I don’t much believe in superstitions, by Dan Ritter of them sat and conducted their ability to organize. As an aside, the region, with more than half function in the world.” Advisors he quizzed on the mate- answered only 48 percent of per- But Jezebel was a gypsy woman, prayers. Though there is a curfew the U.S. Congress re-introduced a of the population living on less Pelletier, a former chief rial. “The materials they share sonal finance questions correctly. Lived ‘bout an hour south of Charlotte Look, I am trying my best in effect all of Egypt, it seemed as bill in December that would have than $2 a day. The protestors have operating officer and chief legal with their fellow undergradu- Pelletier explains, “Few Vermont At least during the summer, that is. But you’re making it very hard. though the numbers in the streets given the government the power made it clear they are intent on officer at some of the largest ates were 100 percent accurate,” colleges - public or private - offer She liked to pretend being I don’t want to know you only increased as that hour came to shut off the internet in the making their actions non-violent, asset management firms in the Lieber wrote. a personal finance elective and Anyone else, she was the fortune teller (Because it’s not who you know, and went. The protestors took United States. The only purpose but it is unknown if this is because U. S., says, “The Great Recession “We wanted to create little it is rare that a college requires Who never wanted to be known. It’s what you know) control of a military transport of shutting down the internet of the number of security forces demonstrated that our citizens foot soldiers to go out and spread personal finance course as a Even if seer wasn’t written in her eyes I want to imagine you getting caught, truck and attempted to roll it over and cell networks is to quell civil deployed to the protests. Ali struggle when making complex the word,” said Shelli Goldsweig, core requirement. We hope the And the gasps of knowing Rose handed in to the Nile River. Their efforts disobedience. A people that can’t Abdullah Saleh has been presi- financial decisions that are criti- Director of LEAD, which work of the Center for Financial Didn’t illuminate her disguise, By your cantankerous husband were in vain, so they set it on communicate are a people that dent of Yemen since 1990, and cal to their well being. Some of includes the financial sophistica- Literacy at Champlain College You would know her. Because of your sunrise stained fingers fire, instead. Protestors also set can’t organize or call for help from was president of the now defunct our economic problems were tion workshops. Many students will help change all that.” (Plus strawberries at my place) the ruling power’s political head- each other and the outside world. North Yemen from 1978 to 1990. created by bad actors, focused on seemed to be completely unaware President Finney felt this When I first met her, she was five. quarters and a local police station Al Jazeera has been reporting Very little change has occurred personal gain, but so many oth- about how much a higher credit information was important for Even I, a mighty seven, I guess what I know is: on fire. No firefighters appeared that they have not seen police on and the protests have been small ers were created by good people interest rate could cost them, students, but it was the feedback Thought she had an air ‘round her. Nothing that stains is meant to be forgotten until the fire began approaching the streets after the 6 p.m. curfew and isolated, but they have only making poorly informed personal so spreading the word was from a series of focus groups of The carnival lights seemed to bend (Like wine, at my place) the Egyptian National Museum went in to effect, but nevertheless been going on for two days. financial decisions.” crucial.“When a peer tells them seniors and recent graduates Around the ringlets of her hair. I just don’t think of you as a stain, of Antiquities. there is a strong military presence. Whatever the outcome of The Center is funded in that a computer will cost 21 per- that really emphasized the need. More like tie-dye. Meanwhile, Vice President Oddly, the soldiers in armored these protests, whether or not part by the Founding Sponsors, cent instead of 9 percent if they Financial education topped the The next time I met Jezebel Joe Biden, on Egyptian President vehicles were seen exiting their the peoples of other countries try including Champlain Investment make the following mistakes, it list every time. I was eleven and she Mubarak, said, “I would not refer vehicles and shaking hands with to oust their oppressive rulers, Partners LLC, Merchants Bank/ carries a lot more weight than if The hope is that this program Still thought boys had cooties. to him as a dictator.” Mubarak the protestors, some for over half and however long it may be until Marchants Bank Foundation I said it,” Goldsweig told Lieber. will become a national model. has been president of Egypt for an hour. President Mubarak has democracy and freedom come to (Grant Sponsor), National Life Financial Sophistication Champlain has big plans for the When I was fourteen 29 years, and he is nominated not been almost completely absent the Middle East, it is obvious that Group/National Life Group Coordinator, Mike Fife helps program. A financial literacy And she twelve, her smile by the people, but by the control- since the protests began. The gov- the people in the region are ready Foundation (Grant Sponsor), run the seminars for LEAD. Fife conference for politicians and Seemed reserved for my eyes. ling political party. In elections, ernment reported he would make for a change. When people cannot New England Federal Credit described the importance of the other influential people called the people may vote only yes or a statement on Friday the 28, but make an honest living without Union, Northfield Saving Bank, information he was teaching to The Vermont Financial Literacy Between me and Jezebel, no. In November NPR reported he never appeared. A military being harassed by police or forced John & Leigh Pelletier, People’s students, “You can’t maximize Summit, sponsored by TD Bank, Things remained, at least, until widespread voting fraud, and convoy made its way through the into debt on a weekly basis, they United Bank (Grant Sponsor), your score right now, but you can National Life Group and the She was fifteen, and I, that as few as 10 percent of the streets toward the state TV station will make their unhappiness State Street and TD Bank/TD ruin it pretty easily. If I had had National Life Group Charitable Seventeen, stood watching her kiss Egyptian population had voted in headquarters, but the purpose of clear. When those in power arrest Foundation (Grant Sponsor). The a course like this, I would have Foundation, will take place this Pablo under the maple tree. the election, while the Egyptian the convoy was never revealed. and beat protestors, people will Center for Financial Literacy at remembered to return the cable spring. A summer institute to Government was reporting 33 Later in the evening tanks were violently revolt and try to remove Champlain College has already box.” train high school teachers who Pablo’s nose broke that summer. percent. reported outside of the American the government from power. raised $188,500. According to Jump$tart want to include more personal But not all the king’s men, January 27, the Egyptian and British Embassies in Cairo. 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Him - Cheeseburgers. Her favorite. The hot weather was making her armpits stink, and Want to see your work published? the warm breeze wasn’t helping the situa- tion. She raised her hands to lift the damp Calling all artists and writers! hair that had begun to cling to her scalp. Why had she forgotten a hair tie today? She Submit your drawings, poetry, creative non-fiction, and fiction to the wondered to herself. More importantly, Why Champlain Current’s Art Section to be considered for publication. was this kid staring? Poetry must be under 65 lines, creative non-fiction and fiction excerpts (ie: first chapter) under 450 words. Email submissions to [email protected]. A tri-level of icicles cascades from roof to roof on Bader Hall. Photo By Warren Baker Page 8 The Champlain CurrentFebruary 2011 Page 9

From Africa alone. That night, I waited for how challenging this really was on my own, knowing nothing From DREAMing overlaps the time referred to Page 1 my roommates to arrive. They going to be. I realized how much about where I was or who I was Page 2 by law officials as the “danger flew in from Washington, DC and opportunity there is out here and with and making the best of it. zone” a time when children are flight to our flats. Upon entering flew out Sunday night; I had left how many obstacles I am going to The people I love the most are vibe, the program presents low- more likely to engage in illegal my apartment complex, I learned that morning. As I waited for overcome as a person. completely out of reach and the income families with a practical activity. In order to combat very quickly that safety was a them and had time to myself, I I was in South Africa. I guess things I know the most don’t exist and affordable way to help create youth crime DREAM not only huge issue in the area. To get began to think again like I did when Noah [Goldblatt, Senior here. Sure, the experiences and a positive future for their child. provides a supervised environ- into my apartment, I had to get on the plane. I walked outside on Advisor, Champlain’s Study the adventures are going to be A longitudinal study conducted ment for children and young through a garage-type gate with the porch of my apartment and Abroad Program] told me a year unbelievable memories and sto- by the University of California, teens, but encourages one-on- barbed wire around the outer looked to the left where I saw a ago that European countries ries I will keep with me for years Irvine and the University of one mentoring that cultivates walls encircling the area, and use huge peak in front of me called wouldn’t challenge me enough, to come. But studying abroad Wisconsin-Madison found that lasting relationships. “DREAM five different keys to get through The Devil’s Peak. This mountain he couldn’t have been more right. I’ve realized means knowing who children and young adults who is one big family,” said Tobin. four separate doors, not including is astronomically massive and I had been to Italy and plan to I really am and knowing that participated in “high-quality “It’s cool to have people who the keys I needed for my bedroom made my heart drop. travel Europe many times in the regardless of what this world has after school programs” improved care about you and stay by and the bathroom. It suddenly became so real to future. But I knew going abroad in store for me, at the end of this both academically and socially you.” It became very apparent that me that this was my life for the meant I had one shot in my life trip, I know I can conquer it. over children who were not in Karkut feels the same way; I clearly understated the poten- next five months. I live in Africa, a when I wasn’t married, didn’t After all, this is Africa. extracurricular programs. while only having been a mem- tial danger I could encounter continent of complete mystery and have to make a steady income, and Mikey Tobin, one of the origi- ber since the fall of 2009, he here versus the risks I make full of unknowns. It was an emo- lived on my own instead of under nal DREAM kids, is an example already considers DREAM a walking in Burlington at night tional moment when I realized my parents’ roof, that I could be of how beneficial after school kind of home-away-from-home programs can be to children and has considered working for and young teens. “DREAM has DREAMs central office once he From Ireland Liz – was in a foreign country besides out of the city and climbing a cliff definitely impacted my life,” graduates in 2013. “I would like Page 1 I’ve been in Ireland for two the accents. that overlooks a seaside village. said Tobin. “I’ve been in the to work in the DREAM office weeks, but it took me a while to But then I started to look Yesterday, a few of my friends program since the beginning, because the people have their most of us in Dublin. Actually, figure that out. around. I pass ancient city walls and I went to Bray and climbed a so over a decade. That’s pretty heads in the right place – they it’s sort of a relief when Monday There was nothing special and parks and stone cathedrals mountain, meeting some grazing amazing. The furthest back love the kids and just always rolls around. We have time to rest about the airport, no difference in on my way to school. I buy fresh horses on the way and looking out that I can remember is meet- have fun. It’s an unbelievable up and make plans for the next the cab ride (except that we were produce from a produce guy, fresh over green rolling hills and sheep ing my first mentor. He picked community.” weekend. on the wrong side of the street), not meat from a butcher, and fresh and the ocean beating against the me up and instantly flipped me Boos agrees, “The program There are a lot of reasons to even anything particularly unique bread from a baker, and it’s cheap. cliffs. We saw the kind of Ireland upside down and set me on his rocks. My dream is to expand study abroad. I didn’t think that about our apartments. I did feel a I stop and chat with shopkeepers you see in pictures. shoulder. I’ve had some rough the program out West, since it’s getting in shape would be one of small glimmer of Ireland when a instead of hurrying out with my Every day it hits me more and times, but DREAM has always only an East coast operation. them. But then again, that’s the man said “Cheers” to me on the purchases. Yep, this is definitely a more that I am really here. As I been there for me.” I’d love to bring it to Chicago, whole point of going on an adven- street after I nearly bowled him foreign country. plan my adventures to different The U.S. Census found that although I know that would ture: you never know what will over, and a little something when The best part of being here so places and adjust to this new cul- an estimated 15 million kids be a lot of work, and maybe come out of it! I went into a pub and had my first far has been the easy access to ture, I try to take in every day and have no place to go after school even Wisconsin since I’m from Guinness, but, for the most part, the suburbs of Dublin. A twenty savor it before it’s all over. since more than 28 million par- Milwaukee. Either way I want there was little indication that I minute train ride can have you ents have jobs outside the home, to work with kids someday and which is why mentor programs DREAM is a great foundation.” like DREAM are imperative “It’s a young program so all From Quarry bike share program, a definite From Stress interviewed, he has the highest to a child’s wellbeing. Karkut we need to do is start more sec- Page 1 plus given the proximity to the Page 2 stress level, putting himself at agrees, “These programs ben- tions by getting more colleges Look what you can do with snow, man. Photo By Warren Baker A patchwork of angles complements the view from the 3rd floor patio of the Miller Information Commons. Photo By Warren Baker UVM bike path. eight and a half on the ten point efit children in so many ways. across the country involved own closet space with more than “Once a week I invite a room Nagle puts himself as signifi- scale. “I’m human and humans You look around and instantly because it’s a really great enough room for the two students of students to my apartment and cantly less stressed than Simon, get stressed, so yes, I do get see that without DREAM the organization,” says Karkut. assigned to them. give them a home cooked meal,” about a constant five on the scale stressed,” he said. “But I don’t get kids could fall into some bad “The only improvement is The building overall is new says Scudder. Various members of ten. “I describe myself as being stressed in front of other people I habits like dropping out of expansion.” and built well enough that, of the faculty from campus often the caretaker of my own fate. I am can control it.” school, vandalizing property, Through a collaboration of when walking through the come to talk to the students at never more stressed than I make “I am a secular Zen Buddhist and substance abuse.” He adds, mentoring pairs and group hallways, it’s possible to believe these meals as well, President myself.” This is perhaps also due, religious-wise, but I am more of a “That’s what being a mentor is activities the DREAM mentors that no one else is in the build- Finney among them. It was at in part, to a different financial spiritualist in real terms,” Brunet all about– it’s a commitment encourage kids to take owner- ing. As Gary Scudder, faculty in one of these meals that Scudder situation. explained. “Basically, rather than to the kids to show them what ship and responsibility of their residence, said: “If Quarry is the discovered that, despite the full “I’m aware of [my debt] and I dwelling on stressful situations, there is to life outside all the actions while also establishing party dorm, every other dorm on kitchens, many students weren’t understand the implications, but I go through various meditations negative things.” long-term relationships with campus must have permanent cooking because they didn’t know it doesn’t interfere with what I’m and such and neutralize the Another study based on data their peers and the surround- quiet hours.” how. Lessons to teach them now doing.”Despite his cheery attitude, stress by relaxing myself until the collected by the Annie E. Casey ing community, not to mentions The story is similar across happen on a regular basis. and apparent ease at dealing with stress is cope-able.” Despite this Foundation, an organization just having some good, old- the board. Mike Kelly, the other Students at Quarry enjoy far his stress, he, at times, becomes adeptness at stress management, that is dedicated to helping dis- fashioned fun. faculty in residence, lives at more interesting activities and physically ill from it. “I get terri- Brunet, too, gets stress migraines. advantaged children through “There are so many memo- Quarry with his wife, three kids a lot of programming that would ble headaches and nausea; it’s the He also describes himself as the betterment of community rable moments,” recounts (four, two and ten months) and a be beneficial to many of the rest equivalent of stress migraines,” having “some situational depres- programs, found there were four Karkut, “but this one is really dog. He describes the building as of us, but they are not the pos- Nagle said. He appears to have sion problems which I have seen major factors that influence good. During the summer there “by far the quietest dorm I have sessors of some unearthly ability successfully worked through this no one for, but I think actually a child’s involvement in risky was this one really hot week, ever been in,” elaborating that “I to wreak havoc like many lunch setback, as he has earned an through our (his and his mother’s) behavior. The study researched straight 90s with blue sky and wouldn’t have three little kids table conversations claim. Yes, A- average. talks, we have ascertained that families on local, state, and no clouds. One morning it was living there if I thought it was parties happen and yes, rules Justin Brunet, is an it’s mostly stress related.” national levels and found that so hot and no one wanted to do full of screw-ups and stoners.” are broken, but not to any record International Business student, While Simon, Nagle, and children living in Templeton anything so we got a tarp and In addition to the perks of proportions. If you really want to describes himself as “in the busi- Brunet cover two majors and a Court Apartments, a subsidized as many buckets as we could, nice rooms, a lot of special pro- see what Quarry is like, take a ness of making businesses, so variety of situations, they do not housing development in White filled them up with water and grams are offered to students. ride out. Arrange a visit and get I take some of my spare time to represent all Champlain College River Junction, Vermont, were pretended to surf. Water flew Last semester, for example, pro- to know the students there. Then help others with their business students. Stressed college stu- fifty-percent more likely to be everywhere. It was great to have fessors came out and taught the give them the opportunity to majors.” That spare time comes dents are nothing new, and will involved in reckless behavior so much fun with something we residents how to read Othello. come see what it’s like where you after his two to three hours of never be a “thing of the past,” but when compared to state and threw together in five minutes, People from nearly every major live. After all, an equal sharing sleep each night, thirty hours of they will always be a source of national averages. but that’s what DREAM is all have come out to talk about what of experience and information is homework, and forty-five hours worry and discussion among the DREAM is helping to lower about.” it’s like to be in that program what makes college communities spent on socializing, Facebook college and scientific worlds. these statistics by organizing and help the undecided students prosper and that is something we and gaming. weekly activities every Friday choose. Quarry even has a free should take full advantage of. Out of three students from 4:00 to 6:00pm; this

From Vermont and so were people who wanted you know, fall apart and die from From Hot If it’s your first time going, sweat! Your ankles will sweat, Page 3 to remove supporters of civil what happened,” my mom said. Page 3 you have to arrive 15 minutes your quads will sweat, things unions from office. Politicians “You know, when you were in early. Let the instructor know you didn’t think could sweat always very volatile. That was came out on the side of gay chil- it, it seemed to be an eternity to $10 with a student ID. You’re so they can keep an eye on you will sweat. And surprisingly when I just started shutting up; dren and relatives, sometimes get out of it. People had so many going to want to make sure if you seem to be struggling. It’s you’ll leave feeling energized. otherwise I’d just end up fighting transforming themselves into derogatory terms, but now as you drink a fair amount of not a bad idea to arrive early For the meditative types, all the time.” Emotions ran high outright activists. “It was very you look back at it people are water leading up to the class anyway so you can become Bikram will be a little dif- The new Lakeside building, future location for offices at 212 Battery, nears completion. Photo By Stephen Mease as people argued, discussed, and raw, and very emotional. It made just like. ‘Eh, whatever.’ It’s like and bring two bottles with acclimated to the temperature. ferent than other practices got into full-on brawls, usually you learn a lot about a lot of they don’t feel that anymore, you. Try not to eat three hours Even if you’re a seasoned yogi, because the teacher will talk after a few beers. people,” she recalled. they don’t really care.” beforehand. You can rent a mat try to take your practice down constantly. Don’t think of it as “Everywhere you went, if you Ultimately, the movement The recent adoption of the and towel for $1, and bring a a notch the first time. The heat a barrier to personal sanctum. stopped for coffee or went out for resulted in Vermont becom- gay marriage law and its rela- small hand towel so you can may get to you and your goal is They will give you advice on dinner, everybody talked about ing the first state to adopt civil tive lack of “Take Back Vermont” mop the sweat from your face to make it through the whole how to elevate your asanas and it,” she said. Death threats were unions. At that point in time, it drama really show you how far and hands. Modesty should be class, which is 30 minutes lon- take your mind off the heat. made to various politicians and, made us a leader in the field of this state has come along the abandoned when dressing for ger than an average session. If Bikram can be addicting, but especially, Gov. Dean. Letter writ- equality. “It was cool watching path to true equality. class. Ladies, wear a sports you start to feel a little dizzy, if it’s not your cup of tea, don’t ing campaigns were prominent the aftermath, that people didn’t, bra and shorts with a small then go into child’s poses and be discouraged. Yoga is great inseam. If there were ever a return when you feel better. because there are so many dif- time to wear wicking fabrics, Even the best person in the ferent styles of practice and this is it. Do not worry if you’re room can be found sitting out a teaching. Find the one that not comfortable with your body moment. You’ll be encouraged makes you feel good, where the because you don’t want to be not to leave so you can get used class flies by, where the teacher overly hot and miserable for 90 to the heat. Take a few sips of makes you comfortable, and Attention Graduates minutes. No one is going to be water, but, of course, go if you you want to continue learning. scrutinizing you anyway. Men, think you’ll be sick. But if you Namaste! Graduation is quickly approaching! I would also wear spandex take it easy your first class, shorts, and don’t be surprised the discomfort you’re feeling is to see some men wearing probably mild and will pass. If you are graduating in May, please make sure you have submitted an Application for Speedos. It can be like summer If you’re the cardio type, Graduation form. The form is located in Web Advisor under Additional Resources. If on Lake Champlain when the then Bikram will be extremely you have already submitted the form and would like to review your information, log Canadian men come down. appealing because of all the into WebAdvisor and click on the Application for Graduation link.

If you have questions about the information listed, please notify Advising and Regis- tration immediately at 802-860-2777 or send an email to [email protected]. From Wesnide learned from her.” Arrangements have been Page 1 Wesnide’s memory permeates made for a campus memorial Important Dates to Remember this campus and rests in the service, which will be held on Graduation Celebration Thursday, April 14th point that we all called her “Big minds of all she influenced. I have Saturday, Feb. 12 from 11:30-2:00 Almost ready to move in! Photo By Stephen Mease Artfully designed, with you in mind. Photo By Stephen Mease IDX Student Life Center — Fireside Lounge Sister.”” memories of her on Champlain’s p.m. in Champlain’s Argosy 10:00am – 6:00pm Wesnide really was like a campus, in the souvenirs I took Gymnasium in the IDX Student big sister. Samantha Bowen, a home from studying abroad, Life Center. A reception will fol- Graduation Rehersal Thursday, May 5th junior and recent study abroad and on the streets of Montreal. low the service. Please RSVP to Memorial Auditorium — 3:00pm alum, said, “She really was there Wesnide accomplished so much, [email protected] if you’d Graduation Cermony Saturday, May 7th for me during hard times. And made so many friends, and like to attend. Memorial Auditorium — 10:00am I learned a lot of life lessons touched so many lives with her from her … she was more than chocolates, huge hugs and words For more information about Commencement 2011, visit an adviser; she was like our big of wisdom. Wesnide was an asset sister in Montreal ... Wesnide to Champlain and will forever http://go.champlain.edu/seniors or contact [email protected]. made an impact in my life and be missed by all those that were I’ll never forget the lessons I ever honored to meet her. REPORTING LIVE FROM WAR ZONES: JOURNALISTS TELL THEIR STORIES FROM THE FRONT LINES.

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