MAY 2017 THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF SUNY OLD WESTBURY #557 Free T H E [email protected]“IGNITING THE MIND” OldWestburyCatalyst.org FEAR AND THE FACTS ABOUT EXCELSIOR IMMIGRATION SCHOLARSHIP: ENFORCEMENT PLUSES AND By Margaret Caruso MINUSES ast month, a panel including immi- gration activists, legal experts, and By Nathalie Ligonde and Lthe chief of the SUNY Old Westbury Danielle Joseph police gathered to discuss the impact of changes in immigration policy and enforcement not only on the Old West- overnor Andrew Cuomo unveiled bury campus but the greater New York last month the Excelsior Scholar- community. Panelists focused on the Gship program, proudly stating, facts and fears about ICE enforcement “There is no child who will go to sleep and deportation threats, the Trump tonight and say: I have great dreams, but Travel Ban, and the increase of instances I don’t believe I’ll be able to get a college of bias and hate. education because parents can’t afford Over 50 students and faculty mem- it. With this program, every child will bers attended eager to know how current have the opportunity that education being revoked. She explained the direct number, or even a driver’s license.” The political policies may impact them legal- provides.” impact it may have on undocumented ongoing uncertainty about whether the ly, morally and physically. Long Island The program was touted by the gov- Wins own Special Projects Coordinator, immigrants. Trump administration will terminate As part of a continued seminar series DACA, as promised heavily in his cam- ernor as the first of its kind in the nation. Laura Lemus, spoke on behalf of the Who will benefit? Who won’t? panel with instructions on what to do if on the campus of SUNY Old Westbury, paign. worried the entire room, many just Laura Lemus previously told her story as learning the termination of DACA was If you are a New York State resident U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce- whose family household adjusted gross ment (ICE) were to arrive in a variety of an undocumented person on a similar possible. Francis Madi, Senior Regional income (as filed on your federal tax circumstances. Lemus continued to lead panel saying, “I graduated just in time Outreach Associate for the New York the conversation about fears of Deferred because DACA was passed in 2012 and I Immigration Coalition, added providing returns) does not exceed $100,000 for Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) graduated 2013. Without DACA I a text friendly hotline that is available for the 2017-18 academic year and you are wouldn’t have a job or a social security (Cont. on page 3.) enrolled full-time and complete 30 cred- its per year, including summer and Jan- uary semesters you will be able to attend SUNY or CUNY college tuition for free. The program has built in flexibility so Possible Changes in Chartwells and in Residential Life that any student facing hardship is able to pause and restart the program. In By Marilynn Bonilla 2018 the income cap will rise to $110,000 and to $125,000 in 2019. n the fall of 2016, SUNY Old Westbury SGA. Chartwells listed a number of p.m. on the weekends where there are Finally, students are required to held a forum hosted by SGA with fac- things they may resolve. The Food Ser- no food services available and food ser- maintain a grade point average neces- Iulty from different departments to vice Advisory Committee (FSAC) meets vices on Friday, such as Dunkin’ Donuts sary for the successful completion of enable students to voice their opinions about five times every semester but stu- and the Atrium Café which close at 2 their coursework, and students will be and grievances. There were many com- dents claim they are not informed about p.m. required to live and work in-state for the plaints such as the WIFI in the residence the meetings. Chartwells will work on In regards to the meal plan, Chart- same number of years after graduation halls, desk attendants not getting paid making the schedule more noticeable on wells is looking into adjusting the system as they received the scholarship while in on time, and much more. Two depart- their website. (The next FSAC meeting to allow three swipes per day without the school. Godson Enwere, a junior at ments that faced particular opposition will take place on Tuesday, May 8th at designated times, so students would be SUNY OW, said, “I think that’s fair. If were Residential Life and Chartwells. 2:30 p.m.). It was suggested to create able to swipe in twice for lunch. They are you’re going to school in New York for Since then, SGA has been working on meeting times for next year soon so they also looking into having students allot free, the least you can do is put your resolutions to address student con- can create flyers and promote it. It was where they would like the money from work and money in it.” cerns. also suggested that freshman receive their meal plan to go. They will be sent Residency requirements are the Both departments met with Vice credit for joining the FSAC. information about what other schools same as requirements for other New President of Advocacy and Support Chartwells is also thinking of ideas do. York State financial aid programs. Okenya Williams and other members of to fill the time-gap between 8 p.m.-10 Williams said it is (Cont. on page 3.) (Cont. on page 3.) 10TH ANNUAL MAC AWARDS NOMINEES PAGE 6 OLD WESTBURY TV UPDATE PAGE 2 THE CATALYST Executive Editor: Contributors: Selena M. Valentin Marilynn Bonilla Ashnelle Hall Danielle Joseph What’s Next For OWTV? Managing Editor: Bobby Reilly Paige Kerr By Melissa Monteleone and Nathalie Ligonde Laura DeMarzo Brianna Desir Layout Design: The decision to cease searching for a demo reel is going to add more stress to Interns: Joey Marinaro Joseph Wood new Station Manager at Old Westbury that,” said student Michelle Weinfurt. Danielle Joseph Julia Sorto Web Page Television (OWTV) has left many stu- “One of the main reasons I came here is dents and faculty disgruntled. Professor because I realized they had a television Melissa Contributors: Contributing Andrew Mattson, chair of the American station. If I realized they were never going Monteleone Keya Rice Editor: Studies/Media and Communications to utilize it I would’ve stayed at Oswego.” Johan Acevedo Nathalie Ligonde Phillip Witkin Department, said that he was not Weinfurt feels that students on campus Joey Marinaro Deirdre Bardolf Faculty Advisor: informed that the search for station man- need to step up in order for faculty to Troy Georges Marcy Mendonca John S. Friedman ager was cancelled. However, he believes improve the situation. “I think that if we that the position is a necessary compo- can build a group of people who are ded- Selena M. Valentin Jay Shah nent towards OWTV’s success. icated to it, want to make a career out of The facility lacks many resources it or even if it’s just their hobby, that the including updated equipment, as well as people in charge will see that there is a “the support of a full-time trained profes- passion for it and feel forced to imple- TABLE OF CONTENTS sional who has experience in TV and ment the system.” Video production and is qualified to A senior at SUNY OW, Edward Yanni, manage and maintain the facility and the thinks that even though the college CAMPUS NEWS PAGES 1-8 technologies,” Mattson said. doesn’t currently have the best resources, At this time, the television studio is the program could improve with enough FEAR AND FACTS ABOUT IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT unavailable for production. Mattson attention and participation. He said, “A POSSIBLE CHANGES IN CHARTWELLS AND IN RESIDENTIAL LIFE describes the “severe” impact this has full-time faculty member will definetly be THE EXCELSIOR SCHOLARSHIP: PLUSES AND MINUSES had on students and faculty, “Courses productive and beneficial for the TV pro- WHAT’S NEXT FOR OWTV? have been cancelled or scaled back. gram to find success…. (and) not having AMERICAN STUDIES PROFESSOR LLANA BARBER Internships are not available. The equip- up to date equipment doesn’t fully pre- AUTHORS BOOK ON IMMIGRATION ment at the station is outdated and in pare me for the field that I’m going into.” VEHICLE CATCHES FIRE IN CAMPUS CENTER PARKING LOT disrepair not only because of the lack of a Rigo Garay, an alumnus of SUNY full-time manager, but also because the OW, said, “I think it’s a shame. For one, I THREE STUDENTS EARN CHANCELLOR’S AWARD FOR STUDENT college may not be able to afford to sup- was personally attached.I think you’re EXCELLENCE port the very expensive updating of the taking away something that brings all COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER TO BE LETITIA JAMES TV facility given the lack of financial sup- those students together in this industry. POLITICS PROFESSOR CAROLYN COCCA ANALYZES SUPERHERO port.” It’s the one place where these kids can go INDUSTRY AND GENDER REPRESENTATION IN NEW BOOK Although it is clear that an experi- and do their own personal projects and STUDENT PROFILE STAR CHASING WITH BRIAN PECHAR enced professional is crucial, the issue is get them released. To learn how to be a NO CONTROL OVER BIRTH CONTROL more complex. “No one...will be able to team player in this industry is so helpful THE 10TH ANNUAL 2017 STUDENT MAC AWARDS create a working TV production facility if and they don’t have that anymore.” Garay, MAC NOMINEES FOR 2017 there is no budget for the updating of the who graduated SUNY Old Westbury in equipment we have,” Mattson stressed. 2014, has been working for filmmaker FASHION PAGES 9-11 Mattson added that the American Stud- Larry Fessenden. ies Department and IT will work hand in As the spring 2017 semester ends, NUDE LIPSTICK FOR EVERY SKIN TONE hand to retain grant funding for the reno- with much confusion about the future of MUST-HAVES FOR SUMMER vations. OWTV, it’s hard to tell what’s in store for THE MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF BODYSUITS “Being a senior is already stressful, the following year. and not having a TV station to make my REVIEW PAGES 9,10-11 THE RETURN OF PRISON BREAK American Studies Professor Llana Barber THE GET DOWN GELAH PENN’S “SITUATIONS AND POLYGLOTS” Authors Book on Immigration WE WANT PARAMORE! Assistant Professor of American FAMILY FIRST & SO MANY HOT RIDES IN Studies at SUNY Old Westbury Llana Bar- THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS ber’s new book Latino City: Immigration ALL AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ and Urban Crisis in Lawrence, Massachu- setts, 1945-2000 explores the history of the first Latino-majority city in New OPINION PAGES 14-17 England, and the transformation and THREE YEARS IN RIKERS OVER A BOOKBAG! challenges it faced in the late twentieth century. NOT-SO-NEW FOOD AT THE ATRIUM CAFÉ Published by the University of North SUNY OLD WESTBURY’S TEACH-IN: IS THIS OUR COUNTRY? Carolina Press, the 352-page book culmi- FINDING A SANCTUARY nates years of Barber’s research, and SNACKS, SODA, BIRTH CONTROL? includes oral history interviews and data TEN FREE OR CHEAP THINGS TO DO IN NEW YORK THIS SUMMER to provide readers an intimate view of the FACIAL RECOGNITION FAST-TRACKED experiences of Puerto Ricans and SEVEN TIPS FOR BUILDING AND MAINTAINING Dominicans in postindustrial New YOUR CREDIT BEFORE GRADUATING England. Throughout “Latino City,” FUN THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER Barber interweaves the histories of urban MY EXPERIENCE INTERVIEWING CHARLAMAGNE DA GOD crisis in U.S. cities and imperial migra- WHAT IS THE MTA DOING WITH YOUR $2.75? tion from Latin America. “Pushed to migrate by political and HOPE FOR A PURPLE PLANET economic circumstances shaped by the long history of U.S. intervention in Latin SPORTS PAGES 19-20 America, poor and working-class Latinos Barber lives in Queens, NY and then had to reckon with the segregation, PANTHERS’ BEY ​N​AMED TO SKYLINE CONFERENCE WOMEN’S teaches “Urban History,” “Immigration joblessness, disinvestment, and pro- LACROSSE WEEKLY HONOR ROLL History,” and “American Empire” among found stigma that plagued U.S. cities other classes at Old Westbury. She earned FORMER DALLAS QUARTERBACK TAKES ON BROADCASTING during the crisis era,” said Barber. her Ph.D. at Boston College, and a B.A. The book is available in hardcover OW PANTHERS BASEBALL SWEEPS ST. 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2 [email protected] THE CATALYST 223 Store Hill Rd. Old Westbury, NY, 11568 (516)876-3208 CAMPUS NEWS Cont. from page 1 Cont. from page 1 The Excelsior Scholarship: Pluses and Minuses Possible Changes in Chartwells and in Residential Life When asked if the acceptance rates tory and creates an even greater sense of easy for students to voice their concerns hours as long as they have a valid SUNY will change due to the Excelsior Scholar- hopelessness for the motivated and but not to put in the work that is needed Old Westbury ID. It was suggested to the ship Program, SUNY Old Westbury Pres- hardworking student population,” to make change. Two heads of the FSAC director that commuters should be able ident Calvin O. Butts, III, said, “We don’t Furthermore, in the excitement stated that they were not aware of the to stay possibly till 2 a.m. Sunday-Thurs- know whether or not we will be enroll- over its release the fact that the scholar- problems because students don’t show days and 4 a.m. Friday-Thursday with ing more students as result of the pro- ship program provides “tuition-free up to meetings, which are open to the the approval of University Police so that gram being announced. What we know college” not “free college” may be over- public. Students who are in the FSAC are can be allowed on campus from the is that, at this year’s open house, we had looked. Students will still need to secure commuters and don’t see a problem front gate. SGA also suggested that Resi- the largest number of attendees that funds for non-tuition costs. Tuition is with the dining services. Williams stated dential Life consider students Thursdays we’ve had in a very long time.” He added often only half the cost of attending col- that those who voiced their concerns in as a weekend, so overnight guests can be that the school will know whether the lege. As listed on the SUNY Old West- the forum were invited to making reso- allowed to stay for “Late Night Programs” acceptance rate will remain the same or bury website, tuition and fees for the lutions with Chartwells, but no one and other events that take place on not by the end of July. 2016-17 academic year for full-time showed up. “That’s a big issue that we Thursdays. However, classes taking place Dr. Laura Anker, Director of the students who commute is about $7,682 need to work on or else we will speak, on Fridays raised a concern. First-Year Experience Program at SUNY and about $13,000 for students living on but will we really be heard?” Williams SGA raised the concern that the Old Westbury, pointed out that the pro- campus. Those totals do not factor in said. overnight guest policy only allows stu- gram “does not apply to all in-state New the price of textbooks, supplies, trans- Williams met with Director of Resi- dents to have one guest, however in the York Students as Deferred Action for portation, and other related expenses. dential Life Gareth Shumack to discuss Guide to Campus Living, each resident is Childhood Arrival (DACA) students are resolutions that are not set in stone, but allowed up to two guests in their room, not eligible. I am also concerned, after were brought to the attention. One was in order to control capacity of people in speaking to several high school guid- the removal of the overnight stay policy the room. This would keep the policies ance counselors, that students who are of the same-sex, mentioned in the Guide consistent. citizens or have residency, but whose to Campus Living, which states “There Another discussion was permitting parents are undocumented, may also be will be no approval for overnight guest a residence hall dedicated to students ineligible because they cannot provide passes, which are made by residents for who are 21 and over to allow alcohol. parental information for the FAFSA any guest of the opposite gender. Emer- More concerns need to be discussed form.” gency exception may be made by the with the Office of Residential Life, how- Dr. Anker said, “This is discrimina- vice president of student affairs or his/ ever due to time constraints, the fol- her designee if guest housing is avail- low-up meeting will take place in June. able.” Students feel that this discrimi- It is important that students contin- Vehicle Catches Fire in Campus Center Parking Lot nates against the sexual preference of ue to voice their opinions, but actually heterosexual students. do the research and work necessary to By Margaret Caruso Another concern brought up to the make change. It is important to not just Two cars were burnt to a crisp in the sity Police stated, “The fire was caused director was that commuter students are voice a complaint but formulate resolu- fifth row of the Campus Center parking by a mechanical error, and is not suspi- only being allowed to stay till 12 a.m. tions and present them to the respective lot near the Student Union on April 11th. cious.” However many who park on SGA offered a resolution extending those departments. A gold 2000 Chevy Impala started the fire campus are concerned that the car fire and it spread to a 2013 G35 Infinity. may be related to a pattern of car fires on Cont. from page 1 According to Deputy Chief of Police, long island that have taken place over Thomas Pascale, “the fire started at the last month. The night before the Fear and Facts About Immigration Enforcement approximately 9:40am. At that time the campus fire, ABC reported that two police attempted to extinguish the fire unidentified female bodies were found persons who need assistance in an shown up in good faith for their sched- with one ABC extinguisher. Once police inside a burning car at Sears garage in instance with ICE (text ICE to 246837). uled appointments with immigration realized the fire was growing, the local Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream and Madi said, “If DACA were to be taken officials. As far as I’ve read, three had a away, The Bridge Act is a pending act that record of traffic violations and the other fire department was called. Upon arrival considers it to be non criminal at this also works as a temporary work permit two had no criminal record. These ICE firemen used two apparatus to put out time. CBS reported March 17th, a person that is waiting to be passed by congress”. arrests occurred in spite of the fact that was found dead in a burning car at Jones Panelist, Immigration Attorney ,and Lawrence has publicly supported main- Beach State Park. Officials do not have Program Director at the Central American taining a firewall between immigration any leads in the investigations and is Refugee Center (CARECEN), Patrick enforcement and public safety, and asking the public to call crime stoppers Young, spoke about knowing individual indeed Lawrence is among the cities who (1-800-244-TIPS). Alumni and commu- rights and said, “ Do not open your door. are at risk of losing necessary federal nity volunteer Laura Lemus said, “I am The easiest way for ICE to deport you is if funds by providing even this minimal surprised University Police is not inves- you open your door, they will walk right sanctuary.” tigating the fire. I am not even sure if through. If ICE has a warrant signed by a She argued that not only should the the fire.” Nobody was hurt. there are any cameras in the campus judge they will tear down your door, fine, campus declare itself a sanctuary , but Three additional vehicles experi- parking lot. Anything could have hap- make it hard for them to get to you.” should do more to start a movement enced damage including a 2016 Elantra, pened.” Many questioned what an undocument- against deportation. 2016 Volkswagen, and a 2011 Hyundai The campus has not had a problem ed person should do in public spaces The SUNY Old Westbury campus with minor heat damage. In total five such as demonstrations, Young replied continues to work towards protecting and cars had damage and four out of the five calling demonstrations a “sensitive loca- informing the community about the owners of the vehicles have been noti- tion” referring to three texas activist who ongoing immigration enforcement con- fied. University have been targeted by ICE because they flicts by planning more educational Police is still are undocumented. events. People who have attended this searching for the Dialogue entailing whether or not series of talks have said, “ After attending owner of the 2011 the SUNY college campus can also be this talk I feel safer on campus, now that I considered a “sensitive location” was know what to do if me or someone I know Hyundai. argued when Chief of Police Steve Siena is approached by ICE”. Resident, Saisha An anony- insisted, “University Police has been Pringles continued, “Before hearing the mous witness instructed by the New York Attorney Gen- panel I was unsure about my options explained, “The with fires since 2012 when about 200 eral’s Office to deny access to ICE officers because popular news outlets make it gold Chevy caught firefighters from twenty-three depart- with administrative warrants, and to not unclear of what my rights are. I felt that on fire and it ments battled a stubborn wildfire in a enforce immigration law.” President this conversation was very helpful.” spread to the remote area of the SUNY Old Westbury Calvin O. Butts has unofficially declared Brandon Sullivan a commuter stu- silver car. Both cars were off so we don’t campus just north of the Long Island SUNY Old Westbury sanctuary campus dent agreed said, “As someone who was know what caused the fire. I could smell Expressway. To ensure safety State Farm meaning documentation status will not born and raised in Manhattan, I have melted plastic, oil, gas, who knows what, recommends that anyone who is be investigated or revealed on campus. friends who are undocumented and I am and walked over to see.” Students and involved in or sees a car fire to move far However Chief Siena expressed his con- concerned for them and their families faculty began to gather and take pictures from the burning vehicle to avoid the cern about how this may affect the because the Trump administration has of the cooked interior. Safety cones were flames and toxic fumes—at least 100 school’s federal funding. made it very possible for my friends to be placed around the two crispy cars by feet—and also keep bystanders back. American Studies Professor, Llana deported.” He says, “there is nothing 11:30am, however neighboring owners Even after a fire is out, the area is still Barber, jumped the discussion disputing more I can do but be knowledgeable.” of cars concerningly took photos, ensur- considered dangerous. with the Chief adding, Information about upcoming discussions ing they had proof of the distance “Recently in Lawrence, Massachu- are located on the SUNY Old Westbury between their car and the burnt ones. setts, federal authorities arrested five events page. More support with ICE can Detective Mathew Bishop of Univer- people at an immigration office who had be found on longislandwins.com 3 CAMPUS NEWS Three Students Earn Chancellor’s Commencement Speaker Award for Student Excellence to be Letitia James

Ms. Letitia James, Public Advocate for the City of New York, will serve as Commencement Speaker for the Col- lege’s 51st Commencement Exercises, to be held on May 21. In making the announcement, SUNY Old Westbury President Calvin O. Butts,III, said: “As we prepare to cele- brate the Class of 2017, I am pleased and excited that we will have with us a leader who has spent her career in ser- vices to others. Whether as a public defender, legislative liaison, or holder of elected office, her work has continuous- ly been recognized for the positive impact it has on the lives of her fellow New Yorkers.” On January 1, 2014, Letitia James was sworn in as the Public Advocate for Three students win chancellors awards the City of New York, the first woman of SUNY Old Westbury seniors Sara Bey, soccer, volleyball, and cross country. Bey color to hold a citywide position in our Alicia Fyne and Nadia Hameed were rec- has served in multiple leadership posi- city’s history. In her first months in ognized as 2017 State University of New tions, including the Omicron Delta Kappa ect led to hundreds of thousands of office, she successfully pushed forth York Chancellor’s Award for Student Honor Society, student government rep- dollars stolen by corrupt consultants. In proposals to bring Universal School Excellence recipients, the highest honor resentative, and recently earned the “Her 2012, her legislation addressing over- Lunch and police body-worn cameras bestowed upon students in the system. Story” community service award. She has sight of high-cost service contracts with to New York City. In fall 2014, the office They were among 256 students from 64 published articles in two academic jour- the City of New York was passed into campuses across the state that received nals, and presented her work at a nation- re-launched the city’s Worst Landlords law. this award. al conference. Watch List, expanding the list and As Chair to the Council’s Sanitation “It is my honor to celebrate the Alicia Fyne is a Psychology major adding significant technological achievements of students who have sur- from West Babylon, N.Y., who is a Committee, in 2010, Ms. James pushed- upgrades. passed SUNY’s highest standards of aca- member of multiple organizations through a revolutionary recycling pack- As a member of the New York City demic excellence and leadership both on including the transfer student Tau Sigma age that included expanding plastic Council, Ms. James introduced the Safe and off campus,” said SUNY Chancellor National Honor Society and student lead- recycling, a new clothing and textile Housing Act, which became City law in Nancy L. Zimpher. “Every student we rec- ership national honor society. Fyne’s recycling program, and improved ognize today has demonstrated a strong commitment to social justice has led her 2007. This ground-breaking bill ensured public space recycling. This legislative commitment to their degree program, to study street harassment of women that thousands of families in rental package represented the first significant home campus, greater community, and through a “Women in STEM” grant, and buildings receive prompt and full much more. Congratulations to all of the to serve as an advocate for the Old West- expansion of the City’s residential recy- repairs to their apartments. This bill students receiving this year’s award.” bury Women’s Center. cling program since it was created in represented a $50 million investment in The Chancellor’s Award for Student Nadia Hameed, from North Bell- 1989. housing code reform and is a major vic- Excellence acknowledges students who more, N.Y., is a Biological Sciences major Ms. James is a graduate of CUNY’s tory for all New Yorkers living in sub- have demonstrated strength in academ- and serves as the editor of the Honors Lehman College and Howard University ics with other aspects of their lives includ- College art and literature journal, Synes- standard buildings. She is considered Law School, and can be seen in the ing leadership, campus involvement, thesia. She is an accomplished S.T.E.A.M. an early whistleblower of the Office of Atlantic Yards documentary, “Battle for community service, creative or perform- student who has interned with Brookha- Payroll Administration’s CityTime con- Brooklyn”. She has worked with the New ing arts, athletics, and career achieve- ven National Lab, conducts cancer cell tract, a payroll system that she criti- ment. research alongside her professor, and is a York State Legislature, and has served as cized as being overly costly and difficult Sara Bey from Merrick, N.Y., is a mentor for the Collegiate Science and a former public defender, New York to manage in numerous committee scholar-athlete double majoring in Technology Entry Program (CSTEP). In State Assistant Attorney General, and hearings. Poor management of the proj- Chemistry andMathematics. She has addition, Hameed works in her commu- New York City Council Member. maintained a 3.89 GPA, while contribut- nity organizing events and speaking to ing to the success of several athletic promote religious tolerance. teams on-campus, including lacrosse, Politics Professor Carolyn Cocca Analyzes Superhero Industry and Gender Representation in New Book The introduction of female superhe- depicted most often as male, purchase via the publisher and changed over time and why in terms of roes throughout history and their gradual heterosexual, white and such online retailers as how these characters have been written, ascent in popularity is the subject of the able-bodied persons; ‘Super- Amazon and Barnes and drawn, marketed, purchased, read, and latest book authored by Carolyn Cocca, women’ examines how these Noble. reacted to; and how and why representa- associate professor of Politics, Economics characters have slowly diversi- Using female superheroes tions of superheroes matter, particularly and Law at SUNY Old Westbury. “Super- fied in comics, novels, tv from the past 75 years, “Super- to historically underrepresented and ste- women: Gender, Power, and Representa- shows, and films,” said Cocca. women” studies how and why reotyped groups. tion,” released this month by Bloomsbury “This book, culminating characters such as Batgirl, Ms. Cocca, a resident of Huntington Sta- Publishing, explores the production, several years of research, fur- Marvel, and Buffy the Vampire tion, N.Y., is also the author of “Jailbait: representations, and receptions of such ther analyzes how cultural Slayer have become more The Politics of Statutory Rape Laws in the prominent transmedia female superhe- narratives of gender have been numerous but are still not-at- United States” and various articles and roes as Wonder Woman, Star Wars’ negotiated through female all close to parity with their book chapters about gender and super- Padme Amidala, X-Men’s Jean Grey and superheroes by creators, con- male counterparts; how and heroes. She earned her Ph.D. from New Storm among others from their creation sumers, and parent companies why they have become a flash- York University. to the present. throughout history.” point for struggles over gender, “Superheroes have for decades been The 288-page book is available for sexuality, race, and disability; what has 4 CAMPUS NEWS

STUDENT PROFILE STAR CHASING WITH BRIAN PECHAR By Melissa Monteleone

When Brian Pechar was told to Recalling some of the most “reach for the stars,” he did just that. unfriendly celebs, Pechar names Jenni- Pechar, junior at SUNY Old West- fer Lawrence and Jake Gyllenhaal at bury, is working towards his degree in the top of his list. He smiles as he Media and Communications. His heart shares a memory of Gyllenhaal, who is set on becoming a screenwriter and was reluctant to give Pechar the time of actor. If he isn’t at school, you can day. Gyllenhaal said to Pechar, “Haven’t catch him at movie premiers, talk we taken enough pictures?” To which shows, sports games, and all of the Pechar responded with sheer wit, greatest concerts. Upon first impres- “Haven’t I paid enough to see your sion, his admiration for film and the- films?” atre is unmistakable. The extent of his Pechar is author of two short story passion however, is far from ordinary. books available on Amazon. He He’s what you’d call a “super fan.” describes his writing as a collection of An average day for Pechar includes “funny” stories from his experiences. taking the Long Island Railroad into “We live in a world where everyone is Manhattan. Each journey is unpredict- always talking about negative things, able. His goal is to seek out and hope- my goal is to talk about positivity,” says fully get the chance to personally meet Pechar. His biggest moment was being celebrities. He has no trouble using his featured in a BBC documentary titled charm to win them over, almost all of “Tom Felton Meets The Super Fans.” In his celebrity encounters include a pho- the film, Harry Potter actor, Tom Felton tograph. Pechar has an immense col- goes undercover to join Pechar for a lection of star studded selfies. star tour of Manhattan. Pechar frequents various venues Pechar’s hobby has taken him as throughout Manhattan, and has had far as Atlanta as well as Boston and access to red carpet events. He stands Philadelphia. Aside from the auto- among the crowds as he waits for graphs, photos and friends he has celebrity arrivals, and sticks around till acquired over the years, the bottom the end of each event to cover depar- line is it makes him happy. Pechar calls tures and find out details on the after- what he does a “getaway.” party. At movie premiers, the key is to wait at least a half hour after the movie Pechar alongside Alec Baldwin starts because according to Pechar, many celebs leave early. Over the years, he has acquired friends in the industry who divulge exclusive infor- mation about guest lists, press releases and details of who’s in town. Pechar adds that Instagram and Twitter are helpful tools when searching for celeb- rity whereabouts. Many celebs snap their day to day on social media which gives him access to their general loca- tion. In one day alone, Pechar managed to snap a pic with Diane Lane, chat with Alec Baldwin at the 92Y, and caus- ally run into Larry King on 44th Street. Most would find this remarkable, impossible even. For Pechar on the other hand, it’s become fairly standard. He used to experiencing, “the stars in alignment,” as he calls it. One of Pechar’s favorite experienc- es was covering Hamilton on Broad- way. He covered the show for several nights which undoubtedly paid off when he was offered a free ticket into the theatre. After years of navigating the city streets, many stars have come to know Pechar by face and name including brothers and musicians, Kevin and Nick Jonas. He is also well known by the cast of Harry Potter and has collected over 350 autographs from actor Daniel Radcliffe. One of his many encounters with Daniel Radcliffe 5 CAMPUS NEWS No Control Over Birth Control By Karla Arroyo he student health center currently liaison is needed. Birth control methods tions concerning contraceptives like the offers free condoms on-site. How- like the Intrauterine Device (IUD) and IUD. “I examine, I prescribe, but I do a Tever, other forms of birth control Nexplanon® require surgical procedures lot of education on reproductive health like Depo-Provera®, also known as “the which cannot be done on-site. There is because I have patients that come from shot”, need a prescription from the gyne- also special training needed to insert private practices and have no idea how cology (GYN) services. According to both methods into the body, which the to manage their IUD or what to do when Nurse Practitioner Margaret Sukhram, health center is not equipped with, they’re bleeding while on the Depo ED.D, MPH, there are no other contra- according to Sukhram. shot.” said Sukhram. “A lot of my prac- ceptive methods other than condoms at One student feels not having more tice is education- regardless of how their the student health center because they birth control options on campus is an original [contraceptive] method was require an in-depth exam before initia- inconvenience. “I’m afraid if I go to a initiated.” tion. clinic back home, they’ll send notifica- The health center collaborates with Student Health Center Depo-Provera®, a shot adminis- tions and statements to my house and I other agencies to provide free HIV test- contraceptive information tered in the arm or buttocks, is effective don’t want my parents to see that,” said ing. In the case that one’s partner has a for students since the health center is in preventing pregnancy for up to 12-14 the student. sexually transmitted disease, “we tell closed on the weekends and during the weeks. The injection must be taken once Fortunately, Sukhram refers stu- them to send their partner in if they’re summer. every 12 weeks to ensure full protection. dents to hospitals and clinics at their registered in the college,” said Sukhram. In the meantime, the nurse practi- Little to no menstruation are the most convenience in Nassau County. If the partner is not a registered SUNY tioner writes prescriptions for the birth common side effects of this method. Although the student health center Old Westbury student, she refers them to control pill, the “patch”, and the NuvaR- Sukhram says the health center is con- does not offer the more effective meth- private practices. ing®. Since they are all methods that sidering offering the shot despite the ods of birth control, the nurse practi- require a prescription, a pharmaceutical inconvenience the time frame can cause tioner works with patients’ complica-

THE 10TH ANNUAL 2017 STUDENT MAC AWARDS he 10th Annual Student MAC Awards ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017, 7 pm, at the TCampus Center, in the Maguire Theatre. The MAC Awards recognize the achievements of the SUNY College at Old Westbury students in the fields of journalism, tele- vision, digital arts, video, new media and radio. The ceremony will be streamed live on-line at www. ustream.com, keyword OWTV1 starting at 6:00 pm for the “Red Carpet Ceremony”, as the nominees make their way into the Maguire Theatre. Then, at 7 pm the MAC Awards take center stage with a live webcast on www.ustream.com, keyword MAC_ AWARDS, (note the underscore), from the theatre with all the action, including live student performances. Student material is submitted to faculty, then faculty decides the nominees, and all the chosen works are judged by industry professionals.

The judges for the 2017 MAC Awards:

Ed Easton Jr., CBS Radio, New York, NY Gayland Garcia, Producer, “Here and Now”, WABC-TV, New York, NY Tamara Gubernat, Documentary Filmmaker, New York, NY Thomas “TJ Smooth” Johnson, HOT 102.9 FM, Alpha Media, Dayton, OH Robin Michals, Communication Design Department, CUNY Liz Slagus, Parsons The New School, New York, NY Larry Striegel, Newsday, Melville, NY

The MAC Awards are produced by the students, staff, and faculty of The American Studies/Media and Communica- tions department, the Visual Arts Department,The Cata- lyst, OWTV, Old Westbury Television, and OWWR, Old Westbury Web Radio. 6 CAMPUS NEWS MAC NOMINEES FOR 2017 DIGITAL ARTS TELEVISION & Deirdre Bardolf, Julia Sorto – “Rate My Professor: Ben VIDEO GRAPHIC DESIGN Mevorach”

BEST PORTRAIT OF A Jaimee Plantinga – “CUP poster” PERSON NEW MEDIA Kristina Garcia – “SAS Research Danielle Gonzalez – “I’m Just A Day” INTERACTIVE PROJECT Asha Johnson – “RAM logo” Kid” Deshaun Riddick – “Dogs From Michelle Weinfurt – “The Craft the Hood” DIGITAL IMAGING of the Pie” Christina Hussey – “It Gets Vikram Singh – “Town of Better” Christine Wang – “Imaginary Rockaways” Interior” Marcus Edwards – “Nostalgia: BEST SOCIAL JUSTICE Paul Romero – “Wine The Brand Built Around a Consumption” VIDEO: Lifestyle” Audrey Hufsmith – “Rhinestone Matthew Kearns – “Women and Eyes” their representation in film” MULTIMEDIA PACKAGE Zach Feldman, T’khari Fisher – “CMC Presents: College WEB DESIGN Gissel Marquez – “We are a Struggles” Nation of IMMIGRANTS!” Nia Neal, Christa Deshong, Thalia Abreau – “Seeds of Help” Madelyn Bowen – “Growing Tabitha Principato, “Samantha Martine Olivier – “#feminism” Together, Staying Together” Quinn – It’s On Us” Ethan Ramos – “Champions Ivana Hajok – “Together As Against Bullying” One” BEST DOCUMENTARY 3D DESIGN PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Kaitlyn Nauth, Danielle Gonzalez – “Parking at SUNY Eric Espinoza – “Jellyfish” Janiece Lawrence – “A Day With Old Westbury” Paul Romero – “Character” The NYPD” Reed Surdovel, Mateo DiFiore, Tajiri Bradley – “Living Unit” Morgan Pascucci – “Struggles Banusa Sivanesathasan – “First of Working College Students” Generation” ANIMATION Lauren De leon – “A Home for Zach Feldman – “Jayde Gets the Homeless” Healthy” Christina Will – “Voice” Karla Villanueva – “Over the WEB PORTFOLIO OR BEST TELEVISION Fence” BLOG: Kristina Garcia – “Bumble Bee” SEGMENT Michelle Weinfurt – “Beautiful Zach Feldman, Michelle VIDEO ART Words of a Powerful Mind” Purpura, Alex Susskind, Reed Peter Arriaga – “PeterARadio Surdovel – “Team Beachbody Audrey Hufsmith – WordPress” Event at SUNY Purchase” “Anthropocene Extinction” Stacker, Justyn – “JCStacker Khaliyah Cummings, Davina Dave Erazo – “Dream Wars” Portfolio” Stephen Fiore – “Gravity FACT Edwards, David Klein, Xantha or FICTION” McPherson – “OW Cribs: Living Conditions” 7 CAMPUS NEWS MAC NOMINEES FOR 2017 PRINT Julia Sorto – “The Fight for BEST EVENT PROMO Mother Nature” BEST FEATURE Laura DeMarzo – “Remi vs. Peter Arriaga – “Vinylthon on Nicky: Fair or Foul?” OWWR” Olawale Orimogunjem – “Black Bobby Reilly – “Resistance Vanessa Valerio – “Lady Beauty” Report: The First Month” Panther’s Lacrosse” Ashnelle Hall – “Celebration of Deirdre Bardolf – “National Kevin Dumas – “Panther’s Culture at the AFroPunk Fest” Geographic’s Gender Soccer” Revolution with Katie Couric” Joey Marinaro – “Politicizing BEST NEWS STORY BEST STATION PROMO Beyoncé” Anne Ligonde – “SUNY Old Marilynn Bonilla – “Student Kevin Dumas – “Join OWWR Westbury’s Immigrants Speak Entrepreneurs” Sports” Peter Arriaga – “Alternative Out” Karla Arroyo – “Where Do We Avenue on OWWR” Melissa Monteleone – “The Tail Go From Here?” Deirdre Bardolf – “Playing Nia Neal – “Afternoon Tea on of the Lucky Lady” OWWR” Catch (Up) with Alumnus Shaun Morash” Christina Hussey – “Limitless BEST REVIEW on OWWR” Laura DeMarzo – “The Women’s March: America’s BEST CREATIVE Jay Shah – “Minimalist and Largest” PRODUCTION Embellished: The Essential Nathalie Ligonde and Melissa works of Harry Leigh” Monteleone – “Who Pulled the Sheel Shah – “OWWR, Your Marcy Mendonca – “Live Plug on OWTV?” Holiday Station” Action Beauty and the Beast: Christiana Hussey – “Friend An ‘Enchanting’ Version of a OWWR” Disney Classic” RADIO Peter Arriaga – “Call OWWR” Keya Rice – “Get Out” Selena Valentin – “More Life” BEST NEWS SEGMENT Ashnelle Hall – “Changing the BEST SHOW Space of TV: Insecure and DeShaun Riddick – “OWWR Atlanta Review” Election 2016” Nia Neal – “Afternoon Tea on

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8 FASHION Nude Lipstick for Every Skin Tone By Paige Kerr Nude lipstick is a necessity for lip color is going to pop against your lipsticks will also suite your complexion every girl. They are a must-have for all skin but beware of anything with a Olive Complexion- Warm very nicely. Your perfect nude is: NARS Caramel is more than just a type of makeup-lovers but finding the perfect strong brown undertone with your cool Satin Lip Pencil in Floralies. chocolate for people with an olive com- shade can be difficult. To find the most complexion. Beige-toned lipsticks can plexion with a warm undertone. Choos- flattering nude one must take a look at make you look washed out and give off Dark Complexion- Cool ing a lipstick that is darker than your their skin tone and undertone to start that “cute” corpse look. While soft, baby Pink, pink, pink, pink shades are the key skin will aid in avoiding the infamous the process, which I promise is easier pinks and dusty roses will look the best. when finding a nude lipstick for some- “concealer lip” that just looks so cute. than it sounds. Your perfect nude is: L’oreal Paris Color one with a cool, dark complexion. Pink Your perfect nude is: MAC Cosmetics How to tell what your undertone is? Riche Lipcolor in Fairest Nude. Fair Complexion- Warm Beige-lipstick all the way, a camel-beige nude is perfect for individuals with warm-based fair skin because it will give off enough color to be noticeable but not enough to draw a lot of atten- tion, which is exactly what you want from a nude. Your perfect nude is: May- belline Color Sensational Lipstick in Blushing Beige. Olive Complexion- Cool The key to finding the perfect nude for AMP an olive complexion with a cool under- hue lipsticks will complement this tone

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Serpden look amazing on you. Warm-tone beige REVIEWS The Return of Prison Break By Paige Kerr Prison Break is a Fox original series Prison Break brothers, Miller and Pur- that first aired in August, 2005. The cell, teamed up in a show called The show ran for four seasons before Flash where the two chatted about coming to a sad ending in 2008, wrap- bringing back the be-loved show. The ping the series in a pretty little mov- reunion was one many fans speculated, ie-bow and thus ending the Prison I remember my Twitter feed being full Break saga. And while the ending of gossip about the return but I just seemed permanent, I can happily simply rolled my eyes and disregarded announce that the show has returned to it because how often does a show return its home on Fox. to TV after being off for over eight years? The show came back on April 4th of I was never so happy to be wrong. this year for a nine-episode season and The cast of the nine-episode long I could not be happier. I remember season has stayed the same (for the binge-watching this show on Netflix most part) which truly warms my heart. and feeling like a part of myself was Among the returning cast are Michael buried with Michael Scofield (played by Scofield (Wentworth Miller), Lincoln Wentworth Miller). SPOILER ALERT! Burrows (Dominic Purcell), Sara Tan- Scholiefield “came back from the dead” credi (Sarah Wayne Callies), Fernado aka faked his own death and yet again Sucre (Amaury Nolasco), Thedore Bag- AMP has found himself in a prison which he well aka T-Bag (Robert Knepper), and The much anticipated show has returned to Fox. plans to escape from. But will it be as everyone’s favorite villain Kellerman after their fifth season? It has not been series grow and be renewed for a sixth easy as it was the first time? Will he have (Paul Adelstein). Along with new cast officially released whether Prison Break season.... And than a seventh.... Than an such loyal companies to help him members being introduced this season, will go on for a sixth season, but accord- eighth... And a ninth... And for the rest through this journey? And will he return such as Mark Feuerstein from Royal ing to Tom Eames at Digital Spy, “So far, of my life. home to his wife and son? I guess we Pains who’s rumored to cause friction in it appears Fox is keeping it as a one-off will have to wait to see. the shipping of Scofield and Tancredi. event series revival...” Which I’m hoping What sparked the return? The What’s in store for Prison Break is wrong. I would love to see this TV 9 FASHION Must-Haves for Summer By Paige Kerr Summer is quickly approaching (thank God) which means it’s time to ditch those heavy sweaters and welcome cute and colorful clothes into your closet. But what is in this summer? And what will keep you looking cute on these hot days?

Crop tops Bralettes Off the shoulder tops Maxi dresses/skirts Bodysuits T-shirt Dresses Crop tops are a 90’s Bralettes made a splash Off the shoulder shirts Maxi dresses/skirts are Bodysuits have been an T-shirt dresses are more last year as an alterna- ongoing trend for a trend that made a are a trend that is super yet again, another trend or less a universal, tive to the typically that comes back every while now because of all-seasons type of comeback years ago and underwire bra and in right now, especially how cute yet easy they year. Maxi dresses and clothing because of how I do not foresee this people went crazy for when paired with are to throw on and I skirts, especially ones easily it pairs with other trend going anywhere. them. This style was another summer only see their popularity with slits, are totally in clothing articles. What I Crop tops are so designed with the necessity, a bralette. growing as the months purpose of adding a for the warmer months get warmer. Wearing a mean by that is, t-shirt versatile because it can While limiting the simple, yet fun pop to because of the comfy bodysuit will not only dresses can be paired be worn many different any outfit but has since mobility of your arms, yet sophisticated look of save you so much time with sandals or platform ways; paired with shorts gone through a revolu- this style of shirt makes them. And of course, picking out an outfit, for a causal, everyday tionary change. Over the it’s a cute summery you look super cute and who can forget the fact but also guarantee that summer look or course of a few months, your body looks good. outfit, pair with some fashionable, which is all that they let you skip a matched up with some bralettes have become There’s just something high-waisted jeans and an article that is socially that matters for day of shaving... I about bodysuits that are knee/thigh high boots it gives off a more acceptable to wear summer 2017. Paired mean... Every girl needs super flattering to all for the winter time. conservative yet cute alone. In fact, stores with a simple pair of a break. This style of body types. And if you T-shirt dresses are also a look and paired with a such as Victoria’s denim shorts, this ootd clothing gives off a throw on a bodysuit must-have in a girl’s Secrets/Pink even with jeans, shorts, or skirt the outfit just is guaranteed to slay beachy, coachelle-like closet because they can advise their bralettes to vibe and if you are into even a skirt (maybe a easily go from day to screams girly. be worn as a top. But this summer. maxi skirt) you will have that whole beachy, night with a change of whether you wear it on yourself a simple yet bohemians look than it’s own or as an acces- put-together ootd that sory under your clothes, you need to get your never fails to shine. bralettes are a definite hands on one or both of summer must-have these clothing articles.

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From bralettes to crop tops, maxis to bodysuits, and t-shirt dresses to off the shoulder, these clothing trends are a 10 must-have for summer 2017. FASHION The Many Different Types of Bodysuits By Paige Kerr Bodysuits are trending and I mean why wouldn’t they be? They are a simple one-piece that can be paired with shorts, jeans, or skirts, and will guarantee a cute result. But how many different types of bodysuits are on the market? And what style is best for you?

The Casual/Everyday Bodysuit: The Graphic Bodysuit The basic bodysuit is just a plain, possibly The Lace-Up Bodysuit The graphic bodysuit consists of some kind ribbed fabric article that with any hope, but- The lace-up bodysuit is a fancier version of the of design either in the front, back, or all over tons on the bottom to make life a bit easier. basic bodysuit. As the name describes, this the clothing article. This style is by far my type of bodysuits consist of lace-up detailing favorite since a plain bodysuit just doesn’t This casual ensemble is a staple for every do it for me. And while graphic designs are girl’s wardrobe because of how easy it is to on the front and/or side of the bodysuit. The fun, it unfortunately makes this style a bit throw on and style. A basic bodysuit allows peek-a-boo feature serves as a fun spin-off of less universal than the previous one. Not to for many outfits to come from one simple the basic bodysuit and is perfect for the say this cannot be worn many different piece, which is exactly what college students upcoming summer months. This lace-up body- ways, one just has to be more cautious when suit, along with other risque bodysuit options choosing the bottoms to pair this with. This need. The most basic form of a bodysuit can graphic bodysuit is part of the Kendal and be found at Love Culture for less than $5! can be found at ShowPo. Kylie collection at Pac Sun. To rock “Baby Boss” across your chest, check out Pac Sun.

The Distressed Bodysuit The Off-The-Shoulder Bodysuit The distressed bodysuit aka the Yeezy The off the shoulder bodysuit follows the inspired piece, contains tears and rips The Club Bodysuit summery trend of exposed shoulders. This throughout the bodysuit to give off a rebel- The club bodysuit is the most “out there”, bodysuit style contains a band along the top lious, “I don’t give a f***” look. This particu- risqué option but is incredibly stunning. The to substitute for straps, like a normal off the lar design would style amazingly with a fully-lace bodysuit is perfect for night life if shoulder top does. To me, this style is the leather jacket and some studded boots. The you are gutsy enough to sport it. Paired with most summer-like because when else can distressed bodysuit is once again, a mere you take part in the exposed shoulders trend spin-off of the basic bodysuit. And if you simple jeans, it would make the perfect without freezing to death? I would say get own a plain one and you are crafty enough, going-out look. This lacey bodysuit is from your hands on this before it becomes to late you can DIY it to make the tears appear Boohoo and is perfect for a night out. If you to wear! This off the shoulder bodysuit is when you want them to. This “torn-up” are looking for a risqué bodysuit. sold at Boohoo and is available in this baby bodysuit is difficult to find but Forever 21 pink color as well as in black. does carry it. If you are not the DIY type than this is perfect for you. Owning at least one bodysuit is a necessity for the Summer of 2017, the real question is which one is right for you. 11 REVIEWS The Get Down Gelah Penn’s “Situations and Polyglots” Amelie A. Wallace Art Gallery Until May 6th By Marcy Mendonca

can’t promise that this exhibition is By Keya Rice worth skipping the long Dunkin’ line I for. If you’re lucky enough to get there Disco shoes, disco clubs, a drug deal- ing DJ, and four rapping teenagers. What on a day where they’re actually open could these four things have in common? when they say they’ll be, you might not They are the main focus of the popular even realize it actually is open. Walking Netflix series The Get Down. into the main level of the exhibit, I The Get Down stars Ezekiel Figueroa wasn’t sure whether there was actually (Justice Smith) a poetic, rapping word- an exhibit being displayed. The displays smith who doesn’t know if he should on this level can be summed up as choose the to stay in the streets or go to some scrap paper and strings along the college, Dizzie (Jaden Smith) a street walls – and not even very much of it. artist battling sexuality and self-identifi- One thing that really stuck out is that cation, Boo-Boo Kippling (Tremaine there are no names on or near any of Brown Jr.) a youngster who wants to gain the pieces, so if you missed the pam- fame from the streets and will do any- phlet walking in like I did, you have no to escape something. around them that made it look like they thing to get it, Ra-Ra Kippling (Skylan idea what you’re looking at. Brooks) boo-boo’s older brother who is On the other side of the room, had just survived a fire. The piece that looking for something to stand for and Moving down to the second level, there was one sheet hanging from the stood out the most on this floor was the lastly Shaolin Fantastic (Shameik Moore) things got a bit more interesting. This wall that with its red splatters at the first one you see walking in: it’s a rect- the drug dealing DJ who mentors the part of the display was much livelier: bottom could have very well been a angular piece that looked as though it boys and has a love for the streets he can’t there was much more color and it was a body bag. Adjacent to that were four were a sheet of bubble wrap – sort of deny. lot more interesting to look at; it made sheets also splattered in “blood” that like water that had been trapped in The Get Down came back to Netflix you wonder what was going on in the looked like they were taken straight bubble form with tar seeping through. after an almost eight month break with artist’s mind while creating these from a slasher movie. One of the sheets It was nothing to rave about, but these five more episodes. This season is notably pieces. Every thing catches your eye looked to be bulging out a bit as if pieces did make you think a bit more different than the first season because, while descending to this level – it was someone were getting ready to jump than the ones from the main level. the producers have now decided to throw almost like entering an artsy horror out and attack. For a horror movie Overall, the second level of this animation into the mix. The Get Down is movie scene. It looked as though the junkie, this is just the right level of the exhibit was really the only stimulating set in the South Bronx in the mid 1970’s. projects were coming out of the wall, exhibit. part of it, so if you’re a horror junkie It does an appropriate job of replicating almost as if it were bleeding. In one The third and final level, like the who happens to be passing by, make the environment, music, drug epidemic, corner of the room there were two first, was nothing too special (although sure you don’t get put off by the main and politics at that time. The show also incorporates modern flare through music pieces of foam, almost flipper or tenta- a bit more intriguing). This level con- level and take a peek at the lower floors. and language from 2017. cle-looking, that looked as though they sisted of more paper on the walls, The series follows the lives of these were reaching out from the wall, trying except these had shadowy edges in and five young artists as they try to rise to fame while battling their destinies. The Get Down addresses many everyday situ- ations that are not necessarily specific to the 70’s but is relatable to anyone today. For example, Ezekiel’s girlfriend, Mylene Cruz (Herizen F. Guardiola) must choose We Want ParaMORE! between following her calling as a pastor’s daughter and leader of her church com- By Joey Marinaro munity or pursing her passion as a disco singer. Ezekiel and Mylene must decide if After a four year hiatus, Paramore pop-rock band fronted by Hayley Wil- being together will hinder or heal their returns with an electrifying new single, liams. broken families. The producers do an interesting job “Hard Times.” The new single opens the “Hard Times” marks the return of of presenting real-life issues in a poetic next chapter for the band, who released the band, who have gone through way. They use rap and lyrics to engage the their last album, Paramore, in 2013. somewhat of a lineup change – not audience into a storyline. This show Paired with the music video for the something entirely out of the ordinary. focuses on the hard decisions that we all new song, fans can definitely see influ- In 2010, the band lost founding mem- have to make when faced with opportu- ences reminiscent of new-wave 90’s bers Josh and Zac Farro, claiming they nities. Each character can represent a band Talking Heads. The up-tempo didn’t like being in “The Hayley Wil- part of ourselves. Ezekiel can represent song may even provoke you to get up liams Show.” Hayley and remaining the challenges that young people face and dance, not something you would band members Taylor Yorke and Jeremy when deciding if college is right for them usually expect from the semi-angsty Davis denied such claims, as the band make another album because she was and Shaolin can represent what happens had always been a collaborative effort. tired of losing friends. With the support to us when we can’t let go of our pasts and After the release of their self-titled of guitarist Taylor Yorke, and the bands pursue bigger things. It cannot be said fourth album in 2013, Jeremy Davis, the reconciliation with ex-drummer Zac whether or not the animation used this band’s bassist, decided to it was time Farro, Hayley made the decision to time around has hurt or benefited the move forward. show but, because it was added, it may for him to exit as well. The trio reunited in the studio with help reach a larger audience. Some Things seemed fine, until a few people like to see animation in their show months later, when Jeremy filed a law- producer Justin Meldal-Johnsen to because it provides a dual factor of enter- suit against the band claiming he was work on their fifth studio album titled tainment, while others are confused by it. owed money since Paramore was a After Laughter. If “Hard Times” is any However, whatever your preference is, “business venture” that he still had a sign of what’s to come, be prepared for this show will cause your mind to be part of as a founding member. In an an album full of up-tempo, guitar-driv- awakened to that piece of disco that lives interview with Hayley Williams on Beats en, synth-inspired summer jams. After in all of us. 1 radio with Zane Lowe, this led the Laughter will be released on May 12, 12 singer to feel like she didn’t want to 2017. REVIEWS Family First & So Many Hot Rides in The Fate of The Furious By Nathalie Ligonde

Eight movies later, “The Fast & recruited a long time enemy Ian Shaw obviously not connect- Furious” is expected to be bigger and (played by Jason Satham) and agent ing compared to the better. With more very fast cars and one Eric Reisner (played by Scott East- previous movies. We’re ludicrous trick after the other leaving wood). Satham and Johnson bring eight films deep and you on the edge of your site. You might humor to this movie, and let’s not forget the serie is tired. The be amazed at some point in the movie Tyrese’s character Roman’s sense of movie does not leave to see cars. Many, many, empty hacked humor. you wanting more. cars going in the same directions like a However, the symbol of the “Fast After watching “The pack of bulls in New York City. There and The Furious” has changed over the Fast and The Furious,” will be no cars jumping off a plane this years. The series began with street-rac- you should feel like you time, just running on very thin ice. ing, and the racers completely flipped want to race a car, this In case you watched the trailer, you into agents going to very dangerous one was just under- might be wondering why Vin Diesel’s missions while driving very fast cars. At whelming. Character Dominic Toretto turned this point, the movie is just overrated, it Also, there were no against his crew. As Dom enjoys his seems like there’s nothing more to tell. Coronas in this movie. honeymoon with Letty(Michelle Rodri- “The Fate of The Furious” delivered What happened? They guez) in Havana, Cuba, he get’s involved many hot cars, action and suspense, literally drink a Corona in a very exciting street-race. Later, he and the family value of of Vin Diesel in all other seven gets approached by Cipher (Charlize character Dominic Toretto were stron- movies. If you really Theron) who has long blond dread- ger than usual (if that’s even possible.) want to see more strong locks. She is holding something over Late Paul Walker’s character Brian family values, and why him that’s big enough to turn him O’Conner from the previous movies, Dom turned away from against his team and his long-time lover was mentioned so many times, making his team, go watch the Letty. Trust me, it’s big! sure the audience didn’t forget him. The movie. If you want to The dream team now consist of movie definitely delivers what a ride or watch it just for cars, Letty, Luke Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson), die “Fast and Furious” fan would thrill and fights, wait til’ Tej (Ludacris), Roman Pearce (Tyrese expect, but there’s something missing. it’s on TV. Gibson) and Megan ‘Hacker’ Ramsey “It’s not what’s under the hood that (Nathalie Emmanuel). In order the matters, who’s behind the wheel,” as defeat there beloved alpha Domic, they Dom reminds us so often. The cast was

All Amerikkkan Bada$$ By Tokunbo Jimmy Jose

Joey Bada$$’s newest album “All is talking about. Joey wants change for Amerikkkan Bada$$” was released in the people in America but he also wants April of this year. Joey touches on a lot people to make the change themselves that he observes in his community, the instead of waiting for it. On his song world, and how he does not agree with “land of the free,” he talks about how the politics. He uses music as an outlet people would not be able to change the and has always had a different way to world unless they change themselves. express how he feels. Joey and his group People tend to complain about what is “Pro Era” use a lot of metaphors and going on in the world, and Joey just have very unique beats in their music. wants them to complain less and work He makes his music a bit challenging so more on improving it. that people can really think when they Joey will not stop talking about are listening to his music. On the things that he feels are important. He album, Joey attempts to make argu- wants to continue to raise awareness ments about politics, governmental about things that others may be scared corruption, as well as negativity and to bring up. Joey feels like the govern- ignorance in the media. Even though ment is corrupt and that people do not Joey is only 22-years-old and an speak up because they are scared of upcoming hip hop artist, unlike other what the government can do to them. rappers and artists, he is discusses cur- On each track, he is very passionate rent issues in the world and wants to with his criticism of America, with his raise awareness mainly to African lyrics, punchlines, and analogies. Joey Americans. He talks about how he is also speaks on how nobody can control very disgusted with how the govern- him mentally and he doesn’t trust any- ment is taking care of things and he body but himself. Everything that he feels very bad for his people, African said on the album, and how he Americans. described it, was all his opinion and The fact that he is young means he from his point of view. If people do not already knows that most people will not want to listen to what he is saying or take him serious and he likes that believe his statements, he does not because he is very confident in what he have a problem with it. 13 OPINION Three Years in Rikers NOT-SO-NEW FOOD AT THE ATRIUM CAFÉ SUNY Old Over a BOOKBAG! By Joey Marinaro his semester a redesigned Atrium fresh. She also promptly removed the Westbury’s By Juan Salazar Café opened to serve SUNY Old display from the counter. alief Browder was walking home TWestbury. Featuring an expanded Afterwards, in conversation with a Teach-In: Is This with his friend from a party, when menu, the café was also home to a new fellow Old Westbury student, I told the Kpolice received a call about a rob- dining area, and a more spacious check- story of my experiences with the Atrium Our Country? bery. The man who called in said two out experience. café. This fellow student, who would like male black guys took his brother’s book The Atrium had been going through to remain anonymous, shared that she By Bobby Reilly bag. Police later stopped Browder and his a remodel for quite some time, so when it too had eaten food from the atrium and he first ever Teach-in on the friend and asked them if they wouldn’t finally re-opened, I couldn’t wait to check then discovered it was expired after con- campus of SUNY Old Westbury mind coming into the police station for it out. One day after class, I stopped by to suming it. Something had to be done was held last month, on April 5th some quick questioning in regards to the purchase a quick snack before a meeting. about this. T and 6th, 2017. Organized by Professor crime. When Browder was interviewed he Through a glass refrigerator, a new instal- Over the course of the following Thomas DelGiudice, the two-day edu- lation, I saw a package of hummus and week, I got in touch with Andrew Morgan, denied all allegations of any criminal cational event sought to provide stu- action and was told he would be sent pretzel chips, which seemed perfect. I Director of Dining Services. Morgan was dents, students, and staff with the new home in no time. This was not the cops completed the transaction with the staff very alarmed by my feedback, so we plan, Browder was sent to Rikers Island and went on with my business. decided to meet and discuss some of my and necessary information on how one while he awaited his trail and spent three Arriving at my destination, I opened findings. First, Morgan admitted that he is to proceed under this new Trump years without being convicted of a crime. up the package and began eating. As the heard about instances where hummus administration. With a this new admin- When Browder was released from hummus hit my palette, I cringed. Some- had been expired and reported by stu- istration comes change and anxiety; the Rikers Island in 2013 he wanted the world thing did not taste right. I quickly dents and faculty before the staff had a mission of this Teach In was to clarify to know his story and how both the judi- checked the package and realized that chance to realize. He also had noted and dissect many of the various and cial and prison systems are corrupt. He what I had just ate was expired – and not instances of beverages that had expired. new policies, attitudes and promises of wanted to share his story to reach minori- by a day or two – but a whole month! I Agreeing that this was an ongoing issue, I our new president and his affiliates. ties who are targeted by the police and was disappointed, but figured it was questioned what the future would hold The size and style of each of the affected by the court system. This was his probably just an honest mistake. for Morgan and his staff, and how they various Teach-In sessions varied. Par- way of bringing awareness to an issue in Fast forward a week or two, I was low can prevent this issue. ticipants included a number of Old hopes that no other individual would on fuel and needed a quick pick-me-up “From this point forward, the staff Westbury professors who spanned the have to go through. Many minorities are in between classes. Given there’s not and myself will work more diligently on spectrum of our many departments, uninformed of these types of cases many options on campus, I decided to providing the freshest food to our stu- outside professionals, and social and because they are not published on main- return to the Atrium. This time, I would dents and faculty,” promises Morgan. political leaders. Afaf Nasher, Executive stream media. pick something other than hummus. After all, this is human error, and just Director of the Council on American-Is- This story along with many others Again, given there’s not many options, I requires more awareness from the dining lamic Relations (CAIR), lectured about should be a platform for minorities as settled on a granola bar. After purchasing team. We agreed that the last thing “The Trump Effect: Renewed Resilience well as an insight into how quickly your it, I decided to look at the back out of anyone would want is for someone to get in the Muslim Community,” and spoke curiosity and to my surprise – it was sick from consuming a refreshment that life can shift because you were in the of life as a Muslim, as a woman, a wrong place at the wrong time. Browder’s expired! Is nothing sacred? could be potentially hazardous. lawyer, a mother, and an activist. Her story should speak volumes to the Old Returning back to the counter, I Going forward, Morgan expects all at Westbury community because it could decided to see if maybe there were any in Old Westbury to feel safe in what they are descriptions of life, not only as a reli- have been anyone in his shoes. If you the rack of granola bars that weren’t purchasing and consuming at the Atrium gious and ethnic minority in America, would like to learn more about Browder expired. I discovered that not only was Café, Panthers Den, Dining Hall, and any but as a member of a group constantly and his story, Jay-Z and Spike have part- the one I purchased expired – but the other place on campus. If you have any targeted by xenophobic politicians and nered together to make a documentary whole display was full of expired granola questions or concerns you’d like to a hyper-militarized security state, left which is currently airing on Spike TV and bars! I grabbed the attention of a staff address regarding food on campus, you many in attendance in shock and silent letting everyone hear Kalief’s Story. A member and alerted her about the prob- can reach out to Andrew Morgan, Direc- disgust. reminder to the Old Westbury community lem, to which she allowed me to tor of Dining Services at morgana@old- Nasher emphasized to the room STAY WOKE! exchange my granola bar for something westbury.edu. that the difficulties and stresses of the Muslim-American are not new and have not just come into being with the elec- tion of Donald Trump. These anti-Is- Finding a Sanctuary lamic beliefs and practices have existed By Johan Acevedo for some time now, since even before On January 25th, President Trump states.” If approved, each state would have Constitution gives solely to Congress. the attacks on September 11th, 2001. issued an executive order addressing the ability to decide whether to obey fed- Knowing this, Congress is caught in a diffi- They plagued our culture all throughout immigration enforcement which includes eral directives, or to abide by their own cult position because one can argue that the administrations of G.W. Bush and the use of state and local law enforcement. regulations in regards to immigration the purpose of law enforcement grants is Obama, but have simply become more With a vastly expanding list of who the policy. The measure would also prohibit to improve the safety of communities, visible and emboldened under our new federal government deems a priority for local law enforcement agencies from using therefore sharing information about commander-in-chief. deportation, a few states have moved to resources to investigate, detain, report, or detained, undocumented immigrants Organizing and accomplishing an restrict the cooperation among immigra- arrest people for immigration violations. supposedly might improve safety. On the event of this scale in such a short time tion officials and their respective local law President Trump has addressed these other hand, disclosing information with was no small feat. The political organi- enforcement agencies and increase pro- “sanctuary states” by executing an order to the I.N.S. will decrease the safety of com- zation and priorities of our country tection for immigrants. withhold federal funds to sanctuary cities. munities in many ways. Congress has no have shifted in an unprecedented and California, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, Fortunately for these states, the ability to legitimate reason to cut federal funding radical way, and the efforts of our pro- Vermont and New York are among the deny federal funds for noncompliance from “sanctuary states.” fessors and administrators should be states fighting to become “sanctuary with a federal statute is a power that the commended. Students of all types, our professors, our friends, our families, we all are living under a new set of rules Snacks, Soda, Birth Control? which are governed by a new set of By Laura DeMarzo (mostly) men who have a new set of pri- orities and objectives. We, as an elector- In 2013 the emergency contraceptive machine. stand Plan B’s necessity with the current ate, can not decide what is good or what Plan B, became available for the first time According to CNN, UC Davis student threat of Planned Parenthood’s funding is bad, what is right and what is wrong, without a prescription and now it may be Parteek Singh spent two years trying to under a Trump presidency. if we are not fully informed of the cur- available as easy as a bag of chips. add Plan B to the already existing Wellness So what do students at SUNY Old rent state of affairs. A college campus is Calling it a “Wellness to Go” machine, to Go vending machines, noting that peo- Westbury think about a “wellness” vend- the University of California Davis now has ple’s skepticism fueled his ambitions, “The ing machine? a place for truth and fact – both of a vending machine containing Plan B, more skeptical and negativity I got from The Catalyst asked students and the which are antithetical to this adminis- condoms, pregnancy tests and Advil. people like ‘oh it’s not going to happen,’ responses were unanimously in favor of tration. While the pill is available at pharma- kind of pushed me more.” Currently, Plan these machines, with some not even being Audio from Afaf Nasher’s talk and cies across the country, they are usually B is around $50 at pharmacies and $25 at aware of its availability. For example, other selected events, which was kept behind the counter, eliciting a walk of SUNY Old Westbury gynecological health senior Nathalie Ligonde stated, “I think it’s recorded live by Jay Shah and Bobby perceived irresponsibility toward the services. a great idea! You don’t usually want people Reilly for OWWR, will be made available pharmacist. However, having the contra- Some people on the UC Davis knowing your business. I don’t think they on catalystradionews.org and oldwest- ceptive readily available eradicates the campus felt that this would cause people have Plan B on campus at all and honestly, burycatalyst.org. middle man of this scenario. It’s just a to become careless about their proactive Plan B or any kind of birth control are woman (or her partner) and a vending contraceptive measures, but others under- things we really need on campus.” 14 OPINION Ten Free or Facial Recognition Fast-Tracked Cheap Things to By Johan Acevedo

Soon it will be difficult for visa hold- US Customs and Border Protection’s Homeland Security biometric database.” Do in New York ers to board an international flight with- Larry Panetta, who lead the airport por- Before facial recognition technology out presenting a facial scan at airport tion of the project in February, explained was an option, the government had no This Summer checkpoints. This ambitious endeavor the advantages of facial recognition at the real way to determine how many visitors has already been seen tested at Washing- Border Security Expo on April 11th. overstayed their visas. Homeland Securi- By Marcy Mendonca ton, DC’s Dulles airport in 2015 and was “Facial recognition is the path for- ty estimates that roughly half a million expanded to JFK airport last year. This ward we’re working on. We currently have visitors overstay their visas each year. The project by the name of Biometric Exit everyone’s photo, so we don’t need to do system is currently being tested on a With summer approaching and a lot of compares faces captured at security any sort of enrollment. We have access to single flight from Atlanta to Tokyo, but us being “broke college kids,” we’ve screenings with a separate picture taken the Department of State records so we after being expedited by the Trump learned to adopt the motto “if it’s free, at the boarding gate. Similar systems are have photos of US citizens, we have visa Administration, it is expected for this it’s for me.” Luckily, this doesn’t have to already being adopted elsewhere, includ- photos, we have photos of people when system to be used on every international only apply to free snacks and pens at ing Canada’s Ottawa International Airport they cross into the US and their biomet- flight and border crossing in the US. club booths during common hour. and London’s Heathrow Airport. rics are captured in the Department of Living where we do, we have access to so many great events and sites just a drive, Uber, or LIRR ride away. Here are ten things you can enjoy this Seven Tips for Building and Maintaining summer either free of charge or at a super great deal: Your Credit Before Graduating By Karla Arroyo 1. Museum of Modern Art Cost: Free The closer you get to graduation, the more excited yet nervous you are. Could it be because you’re going to miss your peers? 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f any of you guys don’t know radio personality “Char- for you as Charlamagne illuminated. He looked to the lamagne Da God,” then you need to get on the google crowd and encouraged them to try and find their own Imaps and find directions back to civilization. Not only niche and not be influenced by others. We each have our has Charlamagne been successful as one of the co-hosts own talents and it’s up to us to find them and utilize of the national syndicated radio show “The Breakfast them. Club,” but he is also an executive producer of multiple Another principle that I wanted to highlight was shows, as well as co-host of the podcast “The Brilliant “Give people the credit the deserve for being stupid.” Idiots” and host of MTV2’s “Uncommon Sense.” Known Before Charlamagne could elaborate on his principle, I By Brianna Desir for his candor and rambunctious nature displayed with made an analogy to another quote that has similar con- his interviews with Kanye West and Birdman. Charla- text. “There is a saying ‘If you are the smartest person in ummer vacation is approaching fast. With finals magne has been growing in popularity on a national level the room, then you need to find a new room,’” I said. and the end of the semester coming up, it is so and now is optimizing it with the release of his first book After I mentioned that quote, he automatically knew Seasy to dream about what you want to do after the “Black Privilege: Opportunity comes to those who create which principle I was referring to. Charlamagne end of it all. While the best options may seem like it” which was release on April 18th. preached that at the start of each day he wakes up, he laying on the couch and watching every show you I had the honor and privilege of interviewing him acts like he doesn’t know anything. He is always receptive missed over the semester for the course of the entire about his book, as he made his visit to SUNY Old West- to new information any day and doesn’t act like a know it summer, here are some options that will leave you bury. Prior to our interview, I met Charlamagne. Initially, all. He expressed the dangers of being closed minded with more than just extensive knowledge on 13 Rea- I thought that he would come to Old Westbury, with a because knowledge is infinite and there is always some- sons Why and How to Get Away with Murder. convoy of cars and multiple guys for security, however thing new to learn. In my opinion this principle echoed much to my disbelief, Charlamagne arrived to the with the audience. Since we are college students, once we 1. Take a Summer Class: campus in a town car and he didn’t have a bunch of secu- get our degrees and go on with our careers, it can be easy Yes, the semester just ended and there is no reason rity with him, he just had his friend “Wax,” his assistant for us to ignore things that don’t pertain to our field of you would want to go back to a classroom full of Paige and the driver of the car. That was the first sign that work. I think that it is vital that after we get our bachelors, papers and exams but there are benefits to maybe Charlamagne isn’t what I originally perceive him masters, doctorate, or even win the Nobel Peace Prize summer sessions. The sessions in the summer are to be. When I went to go greet him and his people as they that we all still have the mentality to be seekers of knowl- much shorter, therefore you can take a 4-credit got out of the car, I thought I was going to hear frustra- edge. class and spend half the time in the classroom. It tions expressed in the form of sarcasm, about the diffi- We spoke about other principles in his book and in is a good opportunity to catch up on credits or to culty of finding the campus; instead there was gracious between each principle he gave funny anecdotes that gather more to graduate on time. embrace and a sense of humbleness to at Old Westbury. related to each of them. These stories included him host- I introduced Charlamagne Da God and it was met with a ing a talent show at Penn State University and roasting a 2. Pick Up a Hobby: thunderous applause. In the interest of full disclosure, I performer because his lyrics was horrible and how he got Summer vacation is a wonderful time to pick up a tend to get nervous anytime I must speak in front of large cursed out by Wendy Williams when they first met. hobby especially if you have a lot of free time. crowds, so I was on pins and needles before our inter- Toward the conclusion of the interview, I asked Charla- Learn how to play an instrument, start a blog, view. I took three deep breathes, looked to the audience, magne, which principle would best apply to us colleges learn to knit, or even pick up a book. Find some- took another three deep breathes and proceeded with students, and he proclaimed the principle “Put the weed thing interesting to try and master it by the end of the interview. The question I asked Charlamagne was in the bag.” The motive behind this rather obscure phase the summer, it will make for a great answer to why he felt like it was a good time to release a book about is that to become successful there cannot be any short- “What did you do this summer?” himself now, he responded by claiming this was a perfect cuts. There must be a process and sometimes maybe a 3. Try Something New: time because he feels comfortable where he was at in his little suffering, but if you put the time in you will get to Leave your house and try something new, a new life professionally, mentally, and emotionally. As a fan of where you want to go. Charlamagne accused us millen- food, new scene, new music, anything! Take this Charlamagne, my tension was eased after the first ques- niums that we would reject any form of opportunity time to go into the city and explore the unknown. tion because since I follow most of his exploits, it was unless there is some financial benefit associated with it. There is a world out there of things you do not almost like I knew him already. Once my nerves subsid- He urged the student to not be concerned with money, know or haven’t tried and the time off from school ed, we got right into the book. He held the book high for and be grateful for any internship/job that will get you and worries gives you the best opportunity to give the crowd to see, then he proceeded to explain the ori- closer to your goals. Once you put in the work, more new things a try. gins of the title of his autobiography. Charlamagne opportunity and money will come your way without you exclaimed with such exuberance that the title of book having to chase it. 4. Get a Job: should not fool any of us, this book is about anybody, Charlamagne also discussed the current political Although school may be free next semester, it is regardless of race to unlock their own privilege, since he climate and who had the best rap album, which he said not free yet. Try to get a job to pay off student is black, he decided to name it “Black Privilege.” He also Drake’s “More Life” is trash and we all need to start paying loans, pay for the upcoming year if you do not added, that white people have been appropriating all of Big Sean more attention. At the end, I wanted to give the qualify for free tuition, etc. Aside from the finan- culture associated with black, so he decided to do the students a chance questions that I was unable to cover. cial aspect, a job if a good opportunity to gain same to them (white privilege). Per Charlamagne, it’s a There were multiple questions that ranged from his rela- experience to add to your resume for after you privilege to be black, black privilege unlike all other priv- tionship with his children to his thoughts on the Taxstone finish college. Consider internships as well, possi- ileges is something spiritual because despite all the arrest. But my favorite moment from the Q&A portion is bly within your field of study, this can benefit your obstacles in this country whether it be systematic or when Old Westbury very own Tray Gatsby had an oppor- career. interpersonal racism, African Americans continue to tunity to give Charlamagne his book “N.I.G.G.A.” That thrive. Charlamagne emphasized that the book is not was a great moment to see for sure. After the interview, 5. Travel: about race despite the title, but however a self-help book some students and myself and got to hang out with Char- Take the time off to travel the world or at least the open to all. lamagne before he made his departure from Old West- west coast. Grab a couple of friends and go on a The chapters in his book are known as principles. bury. We took pictures and asked more questions and he road trip go to new cities and states, it’s a fantastic These principles are based off Charlamagne’s life experi- was receptive and gracious to everything. way to learn a little more about America. If you ences, from growing up on a dirt road in Moncks Corner, Charlamagne’s grandmother told him “Manners will opt for something a bit more foreign, Groupon has South Carolina, to being fired from four different radio take you when money can’t” and he always tried to be amazing deals to travel out of the country, some of stations, to how he conducts himself during interview kind to others. When he first said this, everyone in the which are all inclusive. Even if you’re unable to with celebrities. For the interview, I picked certain prin- crowd laughed, because it seemed contractionary to his leave New York, travel to a different town or bor- ciples that I thought would relate and resonate with the boisterous and blunt nature, but then he said “Celebrities ough and learn a bit about where you’re at. students of SUNY Old Westbury. One the principles were don’t count.” There are a lot things that are out of our “F**k your dreams,” the significance of is about telling control, but one thing we do have power over is how we Summer vacation doesn’t have to consist of Netflix and people what they need to hear, not what they want to treat people. I am a firm believer in karma and the kind the couch, it could be so much more of an experience. hear. As African Americans, we see entertainers and ath- of energy you put out to the universe is what will come Try it out! letes and correlate that to the success of all minorities, back to you. Regardless of the messenger, let’s all try and but what is working for someone else is not going to work adopt this kind of mentality and we will be better for it. 16 OPINION WHAT IS THE MTA DOING WITH YOUR $2.75? By Keya Rice

We often swipe our metro cards on use the MTA. riders were shocked to see that with two of repairs and not much has changed. the train or buy our tickets for the train, Now we must pose another question years of repairs, the only things that Again, we ask ourselves what is MTA and never even think about it twice. We to ourselves, which is, if over five million changed in the station were the color of doing with our money? know that we have to pay our fare, and people use subways, railroads, and buses the doors to the staircase and new metal It looks as though they have enough even if the ride is smelly, uncomfortable, and they all pay $2.75 or much more seating on the platform. The service was of our money because every time we turn long or all of the above, none of those depending on which mode of transporta- no faster nor were there any significant around there is a new station opening or things matter to us. However, with the tion, why did the fare go up? It seems as changes. This makes no sense, since pas- changes being made to an existing train recent fare hikes put in effect since March though the MTA is receiving an ample sengers were rerouted and had to take line but the fare is still going up. It’s time 19th, which raised the price of unlimited amount of money to distribute in wher- shuttle buses which were an inconve- that riders really question these things metrocards from $116.50 to $121 and ever they need. MTA officials have stated nience to them and added extra time to because although new additions to ser- Long Island Railroad ticket pricing that the fare must be raised every two their commutes. vice are being built the overall efficiency increased by a dollar or more, we have to years to provide for the rising cost of ser- When you look at something like the of the train bus and rail service needs pose the question, what is the MTA doing vice. While this is a valid explanation it operation of the W line, it is quite differ- major improvements. with our money? doesn’t address the public’s concerns or ent. The W train service, which was People that use these modes of According to MTA.info studies show fears. The MTA is always looking for ways recently brought back after six years’ of transportation include business men and that on average the amount of people to expand connection service, bus routes, suspension in 2010, took only four women as well as college and high school who ride the subways on weekdays is a and overall luxury of riding trains and months to get up and running again. students as well as families who don’t little over five million. This doesn’t buses, but one must ask themselves if the According to DNA.info, the W line would have cars, and it’s safe to say that no one’s include the other five million, plus people MTA is essentially getting billions of dol- replace part of the Q train’s route in pockets are prepared for a fare increase that ride on the weekends. Although the lars from riders regularly, why are repairs Queens and the Q would be rerouted to every two to five years. Especially not col- 2015 study is the most recent it also in some areas taking so long. Why is train run on the second avenue line in the new lege students who barely get by with the doesn’t account for the new subway lines service so delayed? subway. price of tuition, books, and transporta- that have been built or the rise in popula- According to MTA.info the East NY/ It seems ironic that a new subway tion. “I feel like it’s unfair considering the tion that could have occurred within Brownsville area of Brooklyn, the Rocka- station is opened as well as a train be fact that the service has not improved” those two years. Factoring in those two way 3 train service was suspended for rebooted in four months, however in a stated sophomore Jakyra Mcleod. things adds even more people to the nearly two years for repairs. However, different borough riders had service sus- already-large number of individuals that when it finally reopened in fall of 2016, pended for almost two years in the name

Hope For a Purple Planet By Melissa Monteleone

President Trump sees no harm in “The children in the neighborhood were York and its gardens are still blooming city as well. Community gardens even pruning the trees of the Environmental playing in a yard full of garbage,” he today. have the power to decrease crime rates in Protection Agency (EPA), and as Earth states. He describes the children’s feet, In an article by the New York Times, the area. The Garden of Eden was in the Day passes, it’s easy to feel discouraged how they couldn’t even touch the soil due Purple talks about why he chose an urban center of a crime ridden neighborhood by our President’s potential threats. His to the amount of waste. Purple decided to setting for his garden. “I’m teaching les- which at the time, was home to many proposed budget cuts are indeed detri- clean up the land and construct some- sons on how to survive, an experiment on drug dealers. It discouraged criminals mental to the health of our land and our thing that would benefit the livelihood of making earth,” he said. “Of course you from loitering in the area. It brought nec- people. As crucial as the EPA is to mother his community. And just like that the could do it outside of the city but the essary balance and hope to the commu- nature and our own protection, we must Garden of Eden was born. challenge is here.” Purple wanted to nity, which is something we could all use use this as our incentive to do more, be To fertilize the garden, he collected achieve the impossible. Our cities are right about now. Trump tweets on Earth better. free horse manure from Central Park. He homes to skyscrapers not trees, but does Day, “I am committed to keeping our air It’s up to us, to keep this planet alive, made a trailer out of a shopping cart in it have to be this way? He didn’t think so. and water clean but always remember to effect change and promote environ- order to lug the manure back to the Lower Purple believed in order for the city to be that economic growth enhances environ- mental well-being and prosperity. If East Side. The Garden of Eden is recog- habitable, it needed equilibrium. mental protection. Jobs matter!”--- Come you’re looking for inspiration, read on for nized by the ying-yang symbol created by Unfortunately, the Garden of Eden back to Earth Donald, the economic a story that may open your mind to a plants in the gardens center. Purple was never officially recognized by the City growth of the Dakota Access Pipeline will planet of possibilities. planted an assortment of crops including of New York. On an even larger scale, after absolutely NOT enhance our environ- David Llyod Wilkie was an American corn, berries, tomatoes, and asparagus. nearly 50 years of operation, the EPA is no mental protection. Industrialization will activist born in Missouri. He’s better He expanded the garden eventually to longer imperative under the Trump be the death of our planet. known by the name Adam Purple, or “Mr. 15,000 square feet. It provided enough administration. Adam Purple lived a life of pure sus- Purple.” He served in the army and got food for neighbors in the tenement and Nearly a decade after the garden was tainability in the least sustainable place his Master’s degree at the University of was considered a “safe haven.” created, the city began demolition of the possible. Although he lived a primitive Missouri in Journalism. After working as Adam Purple overlooking the property. After years of debate, their plan lifestyle, one that most would not be a reporter for years, he moved to New Garden of Eden from his balcony. to build a public housing project was comfortable with, we can all learn a little York City where his life took a major turn. Purple was well known for his approved. Many environmentalists took something from his influence. The Purple settled on the Lower East Side of strange character and his outstanding the matter to court in hopes to prevent Garden of Eden was destroyed and so was Manhattan and there he began his leg- commitment to the environment. He the construction however, the judge ruled a piece of Purples heart. He remained in endary environmental work. The first stood out, in the clothes he wore, and the against them. Purple, on his thoughts New York for quite some time after the step involved changing his lifestyle, things he would say. Purple was indeed about the decision, “Kill me and leave the demolition. Con Edison shut off power in including becoming vegan and refraining eccentric, he was a bona fide hippie. He garden.” Protesters painted purple foot- his building on Forsyth Street, but that from public transportation. Purple even refused to use any machinery or power prints along the streets surrounding the didn’t scare him away. Purple remained in refused to drive in an automobile, using tool when making way for new space to garden. On January 8, 1986 the City of the building for over a decade, without only a bicycle to get around. He was plant. In fact, Purple was against anything New York destroyed his creation in a any running water, heat or electricity. He known to salvage everything and any- petroleum based. He was extremely matter of 75 minutes. lived until 84, and died of a heart attack thing in order to limit his waste footprint. resourceful, using the city’s trash as his Purple definitely encouraged a while riding his bike in 2015. In 1975, Purple created a garden means for needs. He found everything movement, he tried to save the city from Despite the loss of such a powerful which he called the “Garden of Eden.” He from shoes to batteries in the trash. complete industrialization. With increas- movement, it’s important to remember used the surrounding land of his building Purple, although a very unique being, was ingly limited space, we still see a few gar- the years of positive energy and life which on Forsyth Street, which was a vacant lot not entirely one of a kind. Many activists dens scattered among the city blocks blossomed in what was once a hopeless full of trash. This project was motivated were building gardens at the time. “Green today. Unfortunately, none as remarkable environment. by the poor conditions of his neighbor- Thumb” was another community run as the Garden of Eden. These spaces not hood. Purple recalls the original state of garden that flourished during the 1970’s. only provide food for the inhabitants, but his tenement in a StoryCorps interview. The organization is also based in New improve air quality in the heavily polluted

17 HOROSCOPES Horoscopes for the Month of May By Jay Shah

Aries Cancer Libra Capricorn March 21-April 19 June 21-July 22 September 23-October 22 December 22-January 19 Well your time has passed or maybe Cancers make complicated lovers as The new moon has just passed and this The waxing moon brings opportuni- your time is now. This sign has own- they generally tend to hide their true sign should eagerly await the full moon ty into the life of a Capricorn. ership of the moon after all so posi- feelings while still being their warm for it not only influences healthier rela- Despite being owned by Saturn, they tivity and wealth are far more likely and welcoming selves. Mercury retro- tionships with the ones closest to them will find it easier to make time for under a Full moon. However with the grade will thus cause miscommunica- but also enhances creativity. Venus will social activities. Now more than ever help these relationships further with full moon also comes a mysterious tion leading to misunderstanding how- is the time to focus on moving for- curbing emotional turmoil as well as path, likely a new one never ventured ever this sign isn’t easily frazzled. With a ward. Jupiter debilitates their desire augmenting a sense of balance thus before that brings this sign more new moon, comes a new beginning at progress however Mars boosts excitement than usual. But stay cau- and Jupiter elevates this possibility of a benefiting female sexuality, similar to a Taurus. Saturn will bring about a desire their resilience and helps them per- tious for Saturn governs this sign a new endeavor, whether academic or to deceive, especially for those involved severe forward. It also helps them lot stronger bringing some minor otherwise. For those that value their with politics. Electronic devices may stabilize their mindset, remain calm setbacks due to the weaknesses of religious nature, a revelation is on the irritate you with the most minor anom- and stay focused on their goals. Now this sign foreshadowing their confi- horizon and mars while bringing more alies. Blues and Whites are the colors to is not the time to take risks for they dence. anger than usual, debilitates this sign. stick to this month. may prove fatal. With Jupiter over- Stay cautious of the color red. Cancers shadowing Mars a lack of luck will be Taurus have an affinity for Yellow which along Scorpio felt and disease hovers close by. April 20-May 20 with Jupiter plays to their advantage. October 23-November 21 Taurus is owned by Venus, a planet of Scorpios have recently experienced a Aquarius sex, beauty, love and wisdom which Leo phase of deep emotional/psychological January 20-February 18 benefits their sensuality especially July 23-August 22 healing and their internal balance is at Aquarius like Capricorn is owned by for the female gender. Planet Rahu The full moon charges Leo and fills an all-time high allowing them to Saturn however the new moon allows excites them but so does the sun. their mind with positive energy thus explore their passionate side with more for the breaking of old habits and This could cause mental disturbance enhancing their creativity. With great freedom. Now is the time to forge those caused by a sudden loss of a partner creativity comes great passion and long-term connections and involve induces the need for a positive con- or business but lead into anger and Leo’s enthusiastic personality induces themselves socially. Mars owns this sign tribution to society. There is an thus a boost in will power. A Taurus their emotional side. Ownership of the which clarifies this time of mental heal- encouraging need for boldness, and may find the colors pink or red to sun will now cause a boost in their abil- ing and allows for a better focus on exercising courage as well as enhance their positive energy. ity to perform tasks, especially those of education. The moon is a cause for con- strengthening familial relations interest. Tread cautiously however and cern for a Scorpio due to it weakening especially between siblings. Gemini do not overwork yourself because the their calm, collected selves and bestir- May 21-June 20 sun also affects the health negatively. ring their emotions. The male sex seems Pisces This one is a sign governed by their Leo it is time to face the consequences to benefit far more due the nature of February 19-March 20 curiosity and their hunger for learn- and deal with it. Mars, however remain alert for an acci- Being extremely emotional beings, as ing. Since they are owned by Mercu- dent is likely to occur sooner rather well as extremely stubborn ones too than later. ry, a retrograde causing a confusing Virgo this sign shows extremely high sensi- beginning will affect their mental August 23-September 22 tivity towards emotional expression Sagittarius state but only for a short period. Uti- It is time to get organized, refocus on all as well as kindness. Thus all that is November 22-December 21 lize this time to reflect on the past, to those projects left aside due to procras- gained is returned with great enthu- These are individuals with an extremely improve upon the mistakes that tination and take a more concrete fierce personality. Owned, and gov- siasm and fervor. Similar to Sagittar- cause the greatest amount of regret, stance on that healthy lifestyle that was erned majorly by Jupiter their souls ius, Pisces can be difficult to con- and most of all to take advantage of intended upon earlier but got post- have grown restless, seeking exciting, front and Mercury adds to that that curiosity that is definitely one of poned for various reasons. No more new endeavors. With the waxing moon, difficulty. However the beginning the strengths of this sign. New moon second-guessing yourself. Just like a more positive mood is imminent. retrograde adds enough confusion will slow down this progress but do Gemini this sign is owned by Mercury However their stubborn nature com- for these confrontations to be not fret for Venus brings you a sense so a frustrating start is impending how- bined with their ferocity becomes delayed further causing growing ten- of calmness and a sense of control ever those in relationships will notice impeding to their progress. Sagittarius sions. The new moon having recently over any anxiety thus providing a the effort put in by their partner now will find it easier to build relationships passed however would have led to healthy balance enabling them to more than ever. Venus does effect this with Cancer due to their complicated healthier, stronger alliances thus move forward without much of a sign negatively which could result in natures, their race to achieving their reducing the consequences. hindrance. lack of productivity or sexual activity ambitions and the full moon energizing due to diminished interest or the onset their positive mood making them far of disease. more welcoming as well as attractive.

18 www.astrology-zodiac-signs.com PUZZLES Medium Hard

SPORTS PANTHERS’ BEY N​ ​AMED TO SKY- Former Dallas Quarterback Takes LINE CONFERENCE WOMEN’S on Broadcasting LACROSSE WEEKLY HONOR ROLL By Troy Georges Tony Romo was one of the most criticized players during his career in the NFL. Some say it comes with the job of being the Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback, but none of the harsh crit- icism ever seemed to bother Romo. He was an undrafted free agent who was given the chance to show the world what he could do and he suc- ceeded. He rose to stardom while play- ing for one of the most popular teams in America and became the face of the Even with the media constantly franchise. He was constantly in the bringing up the Romo Vs. Dak argu- spotlight his whole career and had ment, Romo still respected his team’s nothing but respect for the members of decision and never questioned his the media, even if they were some of his coaches. Most Cowboy fans would have biggest critics. loved to see him get one more shot at a In just three years, Romo went Super Bowl this year, but Romo truly from being an undrafted rookie to the believed that he couldn’t ruin the starting quarterback for America’s team chemistry his team had created while and he never looked back. He left he was on the sidelines. everything out on the field and always This upcoming season Romo will be moving into broadcasting as the lead Courtesy of Old Westbury Sports Information remained humble, even when he was blamed for his team’s unsuccessful sea- NFL game analyst for CBS. Many net- (written by Nicole Sasu-Twum) sons. works had interest in him including Most of the team’s hardships fell on Fox, NBC, and ESPN, but he felt that SUNY Old Westbury women’s followed with two goals, four ground Romo even though he retired with the CBS was the right decision. You can’t lacrosse senior midfielderSara Bey was balls, one assist, one draw control and 4th highest passer rating of all time. He blame him either because he will now fought through many painful injuries be part of one of the most watched TV named to the Skyline Conference one caused turnover in the Panthers programs in the country. Weekly Honor Roll for games played 12-4 Senior Day home victory over and even led his team to victory after suffering two broken ribs and a punc- All those years of being the face of April 17-23, announced Monday by Mount Saint Vincent (Apr. 22). tured lung on the third play of the the Dallas Cowboys will help him fit league officials. This week’s honor is On the season, the Merrick, New game. He was the starting quarterback right into his new job, but instead of Bey’s fifth-career (third this season) in York native totals 52 points and put for thirteen years until Dak Prescott throwing touchdowns for his team, he as many weeks. away 35 goals on 89 shots while pro- won over the starting job after Romo will be the lead commentator for a few Bey recorded eight points by pro- ducing 29 ground balls, 24 draw con- suffered an injury in a preseason game of their games. He is already signed on for two of their primetime games ducing seven goals, five ground balls, trols, 16 caused turnovers and 17 against the Seahawks. including their annual Thanksgiving three draw controls, one assist and one assists. She ranks among the confer- The Cowboys have finally assem- bled the team he always wanted and Day game. caused turnover in a 1-1 week for the ence leaders in shots (2nd), assists the team was on their way to having the Though he was never able to Panthers. She contributed a game- (4th), shots per game (4th, 6.85), goals best record in the NFC but Romo had to achieve a Super Bowl for his team, Tony high five goals on eight shots and to go (5th), assists per game (5th, 1.31), watch all their success from the side- Romo was the perfect example of what with two draw controls and one points (6th), goals per game (8th, 2.69) line. Most quarterbacks would have teams want out of their franchise ground ball in Old Westbury’s 13-12 and points per game (10th, 4.00). caused massive turmoil if they lost their player. Members of the media covered Romo on and off the field for years and overtime setback to Sage (Apr. 19). Bey starting job to a rookie, but Romo did everything he could on the sidelines to are now happy to have him on board at CBS. help his team improve. 19 SPORTS OW Panthers Baseball Sweeps St. Joseph’s (Brooklyn) in Skyline Senior Day twinbill

By Harris Rappel

SUNY Old Westbury baseball College Bears (12-17, 8-7 Sky- Balmaceda (2014-17), James (2014-17) were honored with concluded its regular season line) Sunday afternoon from English (2017), Kevin Lao (2016- Old Westbury’s annual Senior homestand after claiming an Jackie Robinson Athletic Com- 17), Jesse Matos (2014-15, 2017), Day Ceremony for their dedica- 11-2 and 3-0 Skyline Conference plex. Ryan Mordecai (2016-17), Trey tion to SUNY Old Westbury Ath- Senior Day wins to sweep the Prior to first pitch, seniors Pizzutello (2016-17), Paul Rapoli letics. visiting St. Joseph’s (Brooklyn) Daniel Aguilo (2016-17), Carlos (2016-17) and Tommy Ziegen

Panthers Softball Tussles with Mount Saint Mary By Harris Rappel

SUNY Old Westbury softball (10- a two-out RBI single by DePasquale, a field fence to drive in three runs. left field to bring home Katie Rizzo (R, 13, 4-12 Skyline) dropped a 13-2 Sky- two-out RBI double by Oury and a Old Westbury put two on the BB) and Gabriella Valdes (1-for-3, R) line Conference decision to the two-out RBI double by Nicolette board off Mount Saint Mary starter and slice the deficit to 10 (12-2). Mount Saint Mary College Knights Moustouka to extend the game to 9-0. Colleen Dunn (W, 3-1; 5 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 Rizzo earned a leadoff walk and (22-12, 15-1 Skyline) Friday afternoon The Knights extended its advan- ER, 2 BB, 6 K) in the bottom frame of Valdes singled to right field earlier in inside MSMC Softball Complex. tage to 12-0 in the third inning as the third. Lauren Bloom (1-for-2, 2B, the inning. Mount Saint Mary broke the scor- Connoly sent the ball over the right 2 RBI) slapped a two-out double to Mount Saint Mary added a run in ing ice with five runs in the first the top of the fifth courtesy of Lang’s inning off Panther starter Amanda RBI singled through the left side as Neenan (L, 1-4; 5 IP, 14 H, 13 R, 4 ER, 5 the Knights settled the 13-2 final. BB). Shannon Sommer (1-for-3, R, The Knights extended its advan- 2B) singled up the middle and two tage to 12-0 in the third inning as batters later scored when Michelle Connoly sent the ball over the right Surdan (1-for-2, 2 R) reached on a field fence to drive in three runs. dropped fly by Diana Amaya to give Old Westbury put two on the the Knights the early 1-0 advantage. board off Mount Saint Mary starter Mount Saint Mary doubled the Colleen Dunn (W, 3-1; 5 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 advantage (2-0) after Surdan ER, 2 BB, 6 K) in the bottom frame of advanced on a wild pitch to score the third. Lauren Bloom (1-for-2, 2B, Amanda Almodovar (2-for-4, 3 R). 2 RBI) slapped a two-out double to Almodovar later scored off Brean- left field to bring home Katie Rizzo (R, na DePasquale (1-for-1, R, 2 RBI) sac- BB) and Gabriella Valdes (1-for-3, R) rifice foul out to left field to push the and slice the deficit to 10 (12-2). Knights lead to three (3-0). Emily Rizzo earned a leadoff walk and Lang (3-for-4, 3 RBI) worked a bases Valdes singled to right field earlier in loaded and singled up the middle to the inning. score Kathryn Eiler and Lauren Oury Mount Saint Mary added a run in to make it a 5-0 game.Mount Saint the top of the fifth courtesy of Lang’s Mary tacked on four runs in the RBI singled through the left side as second inning off a sacrifice fly RBI by the Knights settled the 13-2 final. Cindy Connoly (1-for-3, R, HR, 4 RBI),