Volume 27 | Issue 3 October 7, 2013 what’s INSIDE Going the distance Heart Beats Online, Open Entry Open Exit (OE/OE), and Hybrid Learning courses open new avenues for students By Peter Hubbard NEWS EDITOR

Distance Learning, briefly summarized, is access to learning through electronic Schoolcraft's Heart Beats media when the learners are on thanks to talented Art separated by distance and Department Head Sarah time. Basically, learners ac- Olson. cess instructional material Page 10 through virtual mediums (predominately the internet) Don Jon Delivers instead of going to to physi- cal classrooms. Although in- structors and students are in different locations, continual interaction facilitates the un- derstanding and application of content. “The reason online classes are growing has to do with the population. Now people are The acting/directorial chops online natives, and it’s how fu- of Joseph Gordon Levitt ture generations are learning,” should not be missed. Stacy Whiddon, Schoolcraft Applied Science (AAS) in Avia- PHOTO BY LINDSEY WELLS Page 18 College Instructional Designer tion Management, Business- The OE/OE Lab located in the Biomedical Technology building is points out. She explains that General, Marketing & Applied open to students enrolled in Open Entry/Open Exit courses. Stories from the online courses were origi- Management, and Small Busi- Field nally utilized for students who ness for Entrepreneurs. In ad- found it impossible to come Number of courses offered online since 2003 dition to these degrees other Number of courses offered online since 2003 to campus. However, times 1000 2012 2007 1000 credentials such as certificates 2012 2007 have changed, and now many can all be completed without 2011 2006 2011 2006 students find they learn better 800 2010 2005 setting a foot on campus. 2010 2005 through online formats being 800 2009 2004 By combining the various 2008 2003 2009 2004 600 comfortable with digital tech- modalities in which courses nology because they grew up 2008 2003 are offered at Schoolcraft 600 400 with it. Younger crowds often (Online, OE/OE, hybrid, and prefer this medium. face-to-face), students can Ocelot's Soccer teams take 200 Now, Online classes have construct their own learning 400 on Lake Michigan. Find out skyrocketed at Schoolcraft plan designed to complete 0

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2003 2005 2008 Campus Crime...... 5 ferent courses along with the online viewed as any less pres- 2004 2006 2007 600 Editorials...... 6 number of sections. Courses tigious than their classroom 2009 such as English and Math counterparts? GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION BY URMILA BILGI Ocelot Opinions...... 8 have multiple sections of the 400 Cheri Holman, Associate explains. courses, however, would fall 2008 Campus Life...... 10 same course running each Dean of Distance Learning, Every online course offered short in conveying all distance Secrets of the Quill.. 13 semester. In Fall 2003, 75 dif- answers. “It is expected that through Schoolcraft’s virtual learning has to offer. Open En- ferent courses/120 sections 200 2007 A&E...... 18 regardless of the modality in classroom is designed to be try/Open Exit (OE/OE) and Hy- were offered online. A mere which you choose to complete as effective and reputable as brid courses are also available Sports...... 22 decade later in 2013, 110 differ- 2006 your coursework, the learn- courses taught in traditional allowing students to minimize 0 Crossword...... 30 ent courses/293 sections were ing outcomes should be the settings. Associate Dean Hol- their trips to campus. Hybrid 2005 Horoscope...... 31 offered, with that number con- same. Because Schoolcraft man explains that “at School- courses combine in-class in- tinuing to climb as late-start- does not differentiate between craft, we develop courses as a struction with flexible online CONTACT US ing sections are added based modalities and thus learning team. The team consists of one learning. Most often students 2004 on the needs of students. outcomes should be the same or more faculty members, an attend classes on campus News/Advertising: Not only are vast selections regardless of the format of the instructional designer, and a for presentations, laboratory 2003 (734) 462-4422 of classes available online, course, students will note that project manager. The criteria work, and discussions, while Letter to the Editor: but entire degrees can be ob- used to develop and evaluate doing reading assignments, [email protected] only courses are listed on their tained strictly over the web, transcript, with no designa- courses are aligned with best research, and projects online. provided the correct classes tion for the format in which practices in the online envi- This format benefits stu- are selected. Schoolcraft stu- they were completed.” ronment. Schoolcraft College dents with both the flexibility dents can obtain the following The stigma that used to ac- has fully adopted the stan- of online delivery with the degrees strictly online: Associ- company distance learning is dards established by Quality personal interactions of class- ates in Arts (AA), Associates now dissolving into history. Matters (QM), an international room settings. in Science (AS), Associates in “By universities and colleges organization and leader in “OE/OE courses help stu- General Studies (AGS), Associ- adopting common standards, quality assurance for online dents meet their educational ates in Business Administra- the quality of online courses education.” tion (ABA), and Associates in is improving,” Ms. Whiddon To simply describe online continued on page 2 2 NEWSANDFEATURES Re-vamped College Reading Need to read courses maximize student learning By Peter Hubbard Dr. Dianne Aitken, Adjunct Faculty but most students haven’t had formal 050: College Reading, and Colls 053: NEWS EDITOR in the Collegiate Skills department, reading instruction since the fourth Critical Reading and Thinking Appli- explains that the new programs “teach grade.” Because of the obvious devel- cations. Specific classes tailored to ESL Unfortunately for college students, students more to learn in general and opmental gap between fourth grade students and nursing are also avail- textbooks fail to word their material optimize learning. They can read, and college, “a lot of students don’t able. “The majority of our students are simply. In efforts to explain ideas as but they need to apply that learning learn to read college texts, separate placed in our classes based on place- precisly as possible, textbook authors to college reading.” Responsible for a from novel reading.” ment tests, but a few students volunteer sometimes sacrifice using the simple significant portion of re-designing the The courses will provide a much- and realize the benefit of learning how common language. To students’ dis- courses, she made sure to describe how needed service to all, regardless of the brain works and how to process it,” may, this can result in complicated the brain works to illustrate the best their assumed reading level. “It’s Daiek assessed, referring to how uni- sentences and vocabulary that sound learning methods. A notable compari- a blended psychology and reading versal the course is. foreign compared to everyday conver- son she utilized was that “coaches al- course,” Dr. Aitken notes, explaining She stresses that, for these courses, sation. ways instruct athletes how to optimize its nature. In order to retain the most “the need has never been greater, Luckily for the students at School- their bodies, but educators often aren’t text information, students are taught because people are going to be hired craft, their struggles are sympathized taught how to optimize their students’ cognitive strategies for recalling pages. based on their ability for higher level with. After refining and reconstruct- brains.” So far, the fall semester appears to be reading. Those that read well will get ing the classes formerly available in Combating a common misconcep- fruitful for the college reading courses the highest paying jobs.” the English department, this fall pre- tion about the classes, Dr. Deborah by the increased enrollment. “We keep For students that may want to get mieres the first semester of the revised Daiek, Associate Dean-Learning Sup- adding, but I’d say about 25 sections, ahead of the game and sign up for courses. Now administrators are con- port Services, clarifies, “Most of our with about 20 to 25 students per class.” these courses, a promise can be made: fident the programs will prove more students are developmental, not reme- Dr. Daiek reports, a significant number Collegiate Skills will teach you how to effective than before in accomplishing dial. They may have lost their interest, for its debut year. read better, satisfaction guaranteed. ■ their ultimate objective--maximizing or they’ve never been taught. In high In the Collegiate Skills department, the learning potential of Schoolcraft’s school they have to read short fiction, two reading courses are offered: Colls students.

goals.” a blended psychology and reading With today’s technology and a grow- course,” Dr. Aitken notes, explaining its PROGRAMS WITH MINIMAL TIME Distance ing respect for online learning, one nature. In order to retain the most text ON CAMPUS assumption can be made. In their edu- information, students are taught cogni- • Associate of Arts cational relationships, students can tive strategies for recalling pages. • Associate of Business Administra- Learning really go the distance. ■Unfortunately So far, the fall semester appears to be tion continued from page 1 for college students, textbooks fail to fruitful for the college reading courses • Associate of General Studies word their material simply. In efforts by the admirable numbers of those • Associate of Science goals on a schedule that better fits the to explain ideas as academically and enrolled. “We keep adding, but I’d say • Aviation Management individual student. The flexibility of precisly as possible, textbooks authors about 25 sections, with about 20 to 25 • Basic Business this modality allows students to com- sometimes sacrifice using the simplic- students per class.” Dr. Daiek reports, a • Biomedical Applications plete coursework around work and ity of common language. To students’ significant number for its debut year. • Computer Information Systems family commitments or when life just dismay, this results in daunting sen- In the Collegiate Skills department, happens.” Timothy Ellis, Associate Pro- • Marketing and Applied Manage- tences and syllables that sound foreign two reading courses are offered: Colls fessor at Schoolcraft summarizes. ment in comparison to everyday conversa- 050: College Reading, and Colls 053: Designed for the disciplined student • Office Specialist tion. Critical Reading and Thinking Appli- that can set their own pace and dead- • Small Business for Entrepreneurs Luckily for the students at School- cations. Specific classes tailored to ESL lines, these classes allow room for tre- craft, their struggles are to be sym- students and nursing are also avail- DEGREES SCHOOLCRAFT OFFERS mendous amounts of flexibility. Most pathized with. After refining and able. “The majority of our students are COMPLETELY ONLINE OE/OE courses only require students reconstructing the classes formerly placed in our classes based on place- • Associate of Arts to attend a face-to-face orientation on available in the English department, ment tests, but a few students volunteer • Associate of Business Administra- campus with their instructor to obtain this fall premieres the first semester of and realize the benefit of learning how tion access to their classwork, followed by the revised courses. Now administra- the brain works and how to process it,” • Associate of General Studies at least one proctored on-campus as- tors are confident the programs will Daiek assessed, referring to how uni- • Associate of Science sessment during the semester. prove more effective than before in ac- versal the course is. • Aviation Management Some courses may require additional complishing their ultimate objective- She stresses that, for these courses, • General Business on-campus assessments. -maximizing the learning potential of “the need has never been greater, Holman notes, “OE/OE instructors • Marketing and Applies Manage- Schoolcraft’s students. because people are going to be hired provide students with suggested due ment Dr. Dianne Aitken, Adjunct Faculty based on their ability for higher level dates to keep them on track. Students • Small Business for Entrepreneurs in the Collegiate Skills department, reading. Those that read well will get are required to finish all coursework by explains that the new programs “teach the highest paying jobs.” the end of the semester however.” students more to learn in general and For students that may want to get Professor Ellis adds, “OE/OE courses optimize learning. They can read, ahead of the game and sign up for these allow students to complete coursework but they need to apply that learning courses, a promise can be made: Colle- in an accelerated format, which can be to college reading.” Responsible for a giate Skills will teach you how to read, very important for students who may significant portion of re-designing the satisfaction guaranteed. ■ need grades posted to their transcript courses, she made sure to describe how before semester end in order to transfer the brain works in these classes to il- to another institution or perhaps to ac- lustrate the best learning methods. A commodate requirements for a job.” notable comparison she utilized was As students realize the potential of that “coaches always instruct athletes online classes, is it possible one day how to optimize their bodies, but edu- School distance learning will become the new cators often aren’t taught how to opti- norm? “This is being seen more and mize their students’ brains.” more with Summer 2013 serving as Combating a common misconcep- a perfect example, Whiddon reports. tion about the classes, Dr. Deborah Of the 200 sections offered 83 were on Daiek, Associate Dean-Learning Sup- online courses, 11 were OE/OE courses, port Services, clarifies, “Most of our and 2 were hybrid courses. Courses students are developmental, not reme- offered via modalities accounted for dial. They may have lost their interest, Home Office 48% of the college’s total offerings.” or they’ve never been taught. In high However, it is noted that the percentage school they have to read short fiction, of online classes versus face-to-face but most students haven’t had formal courses is smaller for fall and winter reading instruction since the fourth semesters. grade.” Because of the obvious devel- Associate Dean Holman concludes opmental gap between fourth grade by saying “I’ve been at the college for and college, “a lot of students don’t almost 40 years, and Schoolcraft is learn to read college texts, separate committed to high educational stan- from novel reading.” dards regardless of modality. Our The courses will provide a much- students are selecting courses from all needed service to all, regardless of modalities to meet their educational their assumed reading level. “It’s GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION BY URMILA BILGI October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 3

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Compiled by Nick Rende CRIME ONLINE MEDIA SPECIALIST quences,” said James Steyer, chief executive Compiled by Lauren Lukens SHOOTING TRAGEDY IN KENYA of the Common Sense Media – a charity that MANAGING EDITOR promotes internet privacy for children, in a The nation of Kenya has called for three Video evidence showed that the subject recent BBC article. CREEPY INCIDENTS days of mourning following the events on spent a short period of time in the Tech The law is being met with some criticism A female student reported that at 6:00 Sept. 21, as the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Zone and at no time appeared to be tak- critiques. The Center for Democracy and a.m. she received a call on her cell phone Kenya was sieged by a group of religious ing any items. Surveillance shows that Technology is “concerned” that the owners from a male saying he was from School- extremists known as Al-Shabab, a Soma- he spent most of his time in the textbook of some websites may not understand their craft College and needed to verify her per- lian terrorist group with ties to Al-Qaeda. section, where he picked up two books “legal obligations”, especially in regards to sonal information. The male asked for her The standoff between these militants and and put one back on the shelf, while con- sites aimed specifically for kids and teens. full name, address, date of birth, and so- the Kenyan military was officially declared cealing the other in his jacket. The stolen over by Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta cial security number and gave no further RAISING A FAMILY? PICK LIVONIA information about what department he book was identified, but CSP was unable on Sept. 24. The results of the attack were to locate the subject. tragic: 61 civilians (“two or three” of which Livonia has traditionally been praised as was from. She told the male that the Col- were American, according to the Kenyan a great place to raise children and have a lege should already have that information CAR ACCIDENTS family. It comes as no surprise that Livonia and refused to give it, and then the caller President), six Kenyan soldiers, and five of A student contacted Campus Security was once again voted as the ninth best place disconnected. This was the first time that the militants were declared dead after the Police (CPS) to file a report for a hit-and- to raise a family in Michigan out of 106 other she has received a call of this nature. The mall was initially cleared. run. The car was parked, when it was communities, according to the website officer advised her to check her credit re- An estimated 175 people are estimated to struck by another vehicle, causing several Nerdwallet. Communities with a population port and look into how to protect herself be recovering physically and emotionally scratches to the rear bumper and trunk, less than 10,000 were not included in the from those attempting to commit identity from the attack. The country also has de- and paint chips on the rear bumper. She study. The city of Troy was ranked the best theft. tained 11 people militants that they believe stated that there was no note left on her in the state. participated in the attack. “I promise that vehicle and she has no idea who caused The study took into account the “rating of LARCENY we shall have a full accountability for the the damage. When she discovered the public schools, average home value, cost of A student walked into a Schoolcraft mindless destruction, deaths, pain, loss and accident, she was not sure what to do. She home ownership, average income and eco- building at 12:13 p.m. and placed her suffering we have all undergone as a na- was advised to call CSP to file this report. nomic growth,” according to hometownlife. keys into a locker with no other property. tional family,” the president of Kenya said. Because she was unable to get her lock “These cowards will meet justice, as will com. A female student went to the Campus Livonia’s median (not average) home to work, she left her keys unsecured. She their accomplices and patrons, wherever returned to the locker at 12:45 p.m. to Security Police to report damage to her ve- they are.” value, according to the study, is $171,000; hicle. She stated that she arrived on cam- the median household income is $68,887; find her keys missing. She inquired with Schoolcraft staff, who told her that lockers pus at approximately 7:55 a.m. and her THE INTERNET’S “DELETE” BUTTON the study also reported an income growth of vehicle did not have any damage. When California has passed a law that will allow 10.9% from 1999 to 2011. in the area had not been checked. Cam- pus Security Police (CPS) observed video she returned to her vehicle at approxi- the content that teens post online to be de- All data regarding schooling was col- mately 4:00 p.m., she noticed damage on leted from the web pages’ archives. The law, lected from the non-profit group “Great- evidence of the student with her keys in hand, then later asking staff for assistance. the right rear of her vehicle. The office which will go in to effect in 2015, is intended Schools”. The group ranks standardized inspected the car and observed what ap- to prevent under-18 users from posted sensi- tests of each school on a 1 to 10 scale, 10 The officer drove to her vehicle, unlocked it with the “Big Easy” tool, then checked peared to be black rubber transfer on the tive information that they might regret later. being the highest quality of schools. Livonia right rear quarter panel, originating from However, only photos will be allowed to be received a “9”, one of the best in the state. her vehicle and retrieved her purse. There are no suspects or witnesses. the right rear tire well near the rear bum- scrubbed from the sites’ databases and do Two other contributing factors that led per. The transfer was about 2 feet long not include content that is reposted by oth- to Livonia’s high ranking include its parks and 6 inches wide. Some of the clips that ers. and low tax rate, according to Mayor Jack At approximately 6:43 p.m., the Book- store contacted Campus Security Police hold the bumper to the right rear quarter Despite these restrictions, it is being Kirksey. “We are proud to once again be panel were dislodged and damaged, and called a step in the right direction in regards recognized for the quality of life for young (CPS) for a report of a possible retail fraud. The Bookstore employee said that at ap- some of the paint seemed to be chipped to the protection of teen’s privacy on the families in our community … Our low tax away. No paint transfer was observed, no internet. “Teens often self-reveal before rate –the second lowest among Wayne proximately 6:35 p.m., the subject walked into the store toward the textbook section. debris was around the area, and there was they self-reflect and may post sensitive per- County cities – is significant.”■ no damage to the surrounding vehicles.■ sonal information about themselves – and Approximately seven minutes later, the about others – without realizing the conse- subject exited the Bookstore and set off the alarms, then proceeded to walk faster. Please support our Advertisers! 6 EDITORIALSANDOPINIONS STAFF Jackie Charniga Do you like what you see? EDITOR IN CHIEF Kate Mrla LAYOUT & DESIGN EDITOR Learn to love the skin you’re in Lauren Lukens MANAGING EDITOR the idea that this is how everyone is sup- damage. Sadly, if all else fails, people co- Peter Hubbard posed to look. metimes choose to end their lives because NEWS EDITOR Because self-esteem is closely linked they do not feel adequate to remain in so- Pete Helms to body image, adolescents often develop ciety, which should never be the case. CAMPUS LIFE EDITOR eating disorders, practice substance If you, or someone you know, be- Carlos Razo abuse, turn to plastic surgery, and suicidal lieve they are either too fat or not pretty ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR thoughts to cope with their insecurities, enough, be sure to remind them that there Evan Paputa while often developing mental issues in is so much more to life than just appear- SPORTS EDITOR By Lauren Lukens the process. According to www.dosome- ance. Did Kathrine Switzer care about Nick Rende MANAGING EDITOR [email protected] thing.org, approximately 91% of women what others thought of her when she be- ONLINE CONTENT EDITOR are unhappy with their bodies and resort came the first woman to run in the Boston Rachel Nichol to dieting to achieve their ideal body Marathon, or did Mother Theresa look WEB DEVELOPER When you look in the mirror, do you shape. Although dieting can be a healthy like the girl on the cover of Vogue when Urmila Bilgi like what you see? If the answer is no, you way to lose weight, women often push attempting to prevent hunger in India? ASSISTANT LAYOUT & DESIGN EDITOR are not alone. Many women in the United to achieve the unrealistic body image The purpose of life is to serve yourself and Lindsey Wells States feel obligated to “measure up” to a portrayed in the American media that is others, not to look appealing. Instead of PHOTO EDITOR certain social and cultural ideal of beauty, only naturally possessed by about 5% of attempting to cope with feelings of inade- Connar L'Echyer which leads to poor body image percep- women. More than one-third of people quacy alone, seek help to accurately make VIDEOGRAPHER tion that resonates across the country. that admit to “normal dieting” will merge improvements. Only about 10% of people Kristina Kapedani Body image can be defined by the way into pathological dieting, and roughly a suffering from an eating disorder will seek AD MANAGER that someone perceives their body and as- quarter of those will suffer from partial professional help. If the other 90% would Matt Hansen sumes others perceive them. The message CIRCULATION MANAGER or full-out eating disorders. When people accept and obtain help for their problems, expressed by society is that women need are not achieving the results that they are self-esteem and depression would be Camyle Cryderman to lose weight andt hat the natural ag- seeking, they often resort to drugs, such as eliminated at an earlier stage, and other INTERN ing process is a tragic fate. This is a scam weight loss pills, illicit drugs, and smok- more serious outcomes could be pre- created by the beauty industry to expand ing, to quickly lose weight. The problem is vented. Consider the images that a brands ISSUE STAFF revenue and construct uniformity among that doing these drugs, may allowe them use to sell their products. Ralph Lauren Hassan Ahmad women. to gain the results they are looking for, was caught grotesquely altering an adver- It is no secret that women are constantly they quickly become addicted which leads tising image of model Filippa Hamilton, bombarded with a “Barbie Doll-like” to a downhill path of life. Oftentimes, a who was later fired for being “too fat.” Do image that is impossible to achieve and person’s last resort to gain the image they not give a company business if you do not maintain. Family and friends can influ- desire is plastic surgery. According to agree with their message. By buying prod- ence body image with both positive and www.dosomething.org, more than 30% of ucts that portray these unrealistic images, negative comments, just as any doctor’s women and 20% of men agree they would you are allowing yourself and others to be advice could be misinterpreted and affect consider cosmetic surgery in the future. In cheated of their natural beauty. how one sees or feels about their body. the past 15 years, the number of cosmetic Women of all shapes and sizes should According to the National Eating Disor- procedures has increased by 197% and pledge to say at least one positive thing ders Association, the average American ADVISERS about $10 billion is spent yearly on these about themselves daily, stop being overly woman is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs Rena Laverty types of procedures. While some use plas- critical, appreciate everything that makes 140 pounds. The average American model ADVISER tic surgery to regain a normal appearance them who they are, and understand that is 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 117 Todd Stowell after a disfiguring accident, choosing to true beauty stems from confidence. Re- pounds. The problem is that young girls, ADVERTISING ADVISER get plastic surgery when not absolutely member that fashion is just an industry particularly those who consume excessive Barb Reichard necessary, like any surgery, has many and the ideal that society portrays is un- amounts of mainstream media and watch EDITORIAL ADVISER risks of medical complications, such as realistic. ■ Rachelle Marshall reality TV, look at these models and get infection, severe bleeding, and nerve EDITORIAL INTERN ADVISER

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Studios will want to produce The Schoolcraft Connection is a member of the Michigan Community College Press Association, habitants. what is most likely to make them money, the Colombia Scholastic Press Association, College “Avatar” was not a thematically deep and remaking older films, adapting popu- Media Advisers, the Student Press Law Center, Community College Journalism Association and the film, and while it did contain a message lar books, or creating a sequel is a more Society of Professional Journalists. about environmental protection, it was logical path to a commercial success. Editorial Policy: Unsigned editorials represent the majority opinion of the Editorial Board. Signed nothing more than an amusing popcorn- If the movies produced are passable, columns solely reflect the opinion of the writer. The flick that took audiences somewhere they albeit unoriginal projects, then that is Schoolcraft Connection abstains from criticism of, had never been before. what’s important. Enough decent re- or discrimination against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, age, marital status, handicap, It is hard to argue against the idea that makes, sequels, and reboots have been national origin, or sexual orientation. Hollywood has run out of ideas for their produced in the last few years to justify The Schoolcraft Connection is a student forum and is self-monitored. We reject censorship and support By Carlos Razo big-budget releases, especially when you the notion that Hollywood is still inter- a free student press. Material in The Schoolcraft ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR consider how many reboots, remakes, and ested in making good products that will Connection may not be reproduced in any form [email protected] without prior written consent. sequels get produced every year. Out of also sell. This is obviously not the case The Schoolcraft Connection corrects all errors of the top ten highest-grossing films of 2012, with every film, but more often than not, fact. If you have discovered an error, please contact An ambitious science-fiction film was negative attitudes toward these kinds of the Editor in Chief, 734- 462-4422, or sceditor@ not a single one of them was a completely schoolcraft.edu. released in December of 2009 that went original project. Many movie-goers have films outweigh what people actually end on to destroy box-office records, becom- criticized Hollywood for being fresh out of up thinking of them. ing the most successful film of all time ideas. This is why the negative audience I will just come out and say it. If I enjoy with just over $2.7 billion in total gross- response towards “Avatar” confuses me. the film, I do not care how many movies ing. Twentieth Century Fox took a huge risk get remade. At the end of the day, I will al- The movie was called “Avatar, “and spending almost $250 million on a new ways enjoy nuanced, original works best, chances are you have seen it and identify film idea that was not adapted from any but that does not stop me from looking with one side of the polarizing audience pre-existing material, and it paid off in a forward to films like the new “Robocop,” Board of Trustees response. major way. We are reminded that film is a “Star Wars: Episode VII,” or even the re- Brian D. Broderick...... Chair Many people were critical of how un- wonderful form of expression but the bot- make of “Terminator” due out in 2015. Carol M. Strom...... Vice Chair original the plot was, claiming that it con- tom line is movie-making is a business, Whether or not the film you are seeing James G. Fausone...... Secretary tained story elements too similar to the unfortunately. is being put on the screen for the first time Joan A. Gebhardt...... Treasurer story of Pocahontas and films like “Danc- If big-budget, non-franchise movies are or having its ninth sequel, keep your feet Gretchen Alaniz...... Trustee es with Wolves” and “The Last Samurai.” not making money (this summer’s “Pa- off the seats, shut off your cell phone and, Terry Gilligan...... Trustee While the plot of “Avatar” is quite similar cific Rim” greatly underperformed at the most importantly, enjoy the show. ■ Eric Stempien...... Trustee to those films, none of those movies were North American box-office); studios will Conway A. Jeffress...... President actually about a crippled marine being continue to pursue familiar properties mentally linked to a blue alien-elf on a that will be worth the multi-million dollar October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 7 A needed address to Weight, what? flaws in fitness that term has varied meanings to the Instagram, and you will understand practically nothing besides my disap- hordes of people that proclaim it. where I am coming from. My favorite proval. First in line would be those that need examples are the ones that scan the Before closing, I must remark on the the maximum attention: the Meat- gym from person to person mid-exer- last group: the cardio clowns. Setting heads, lunks, jock straps, and a term cise in attempts to establish eye con- an elliptical to a monotonous 5.5 pace that involves a bag are a few favorite tact. Oftentimes, if they fail in sharing while alternating between chatting on By Peter Hubbard labels that come to mind. They func- stares, their own eyes will suffice in the a cell phone, reading a book, or solving NEWS EDITOR tion on the principle that the attention mirror. a Rubik’s cube is not how Olympic ath- [email protected] they receive somehow has a math- On the other polar end of the spec- letes are birthed. Break a sweat, or just ematical correlation to how powerful trum would be the "lost lifters" and go home and vacuum your floor for the I go to the gym for a few select rea- they are. There is little doubt most toil (the ladies might object to this) most same amount of exercise. One is more sons. Fortifying my body to its peak to “getting swoll,” but to the public’s women. If you feel like a tourist on productive than the other. physical prowess, enhancing kines- misfortune, they often view the gym your visit to the weight room, chances If you identify yourself in one of the thetic abilities, maximizing my man as their exhibition stage. For those few, are you should utilize some guidance. mentioned groups, do not fret. There appeal, and sweating off stress are my the following may be a surprising dec- The "lost lifter’s" flaws in form can be is still hope. Most of the people at the chief incentives. laration: The louder you are does not quite comical, ranging from humping gym are respectful, productive, and But while I am working out, it is mean the stronger you are. Each time I push-ups, to sagging squats, to bounc- willing to help. All you need to do is ask incredibly amusing to watchothers hear one’s diaphragm exert a pitch that ing bench presses that bruise the chest. for assistance. In the meanwhile, I had flock to fitness with alternate objec- resembles childbirth; my natural reac- Believing they will become “shredded” better keep my mouth shut because tives. All across the gyms of America, tion is to retrieve a paramedic. in a matter of days, they pick up ten- put-downs are not an exercise.■ different cliques can be observed get- Pair that image with young men lift- pound dumbbells and heave them to ting their “workouts” in. With such ing their shirts to snap self-photos for the nth amount of times to accomplish diverse crowds saying that statement, Politics: Get with the Program traffic at all! In fact, most people avoid- that they create laws that make it ille- the Libertarian Party, the Consti- ed these tables like the plague. gal to smoke a plant – and we comply! tutionalist Party, the Communist Party, Congress’ approval rating is the low- Do you see how politics affects peoples’ and so on. Ultimately, when the Re- est in it’s history, and voter turnout in lives yet? publicans or the Democrats lose voters, 2012 was relatively low. The American It is certainly anybody’s right to not they will not have much of a crutch to people are currently being swindled partake in politics, but that should only continue their tyrannical reign on their out of their money that is going towards be the case if they understand politi- political conglomerate. I am aware that the funding of un-Constitutional wars, cal ideals and have rational reasons to the mainstream media does not paint political favors, and other wasteful pro- explain their inactivity. Each person this as a reality, but it is. Choices exist. grams. With the unfavorable attitude owes it to themselves and to others to I am tired of this sense of learned By Nick Rende towards our elected leaders, why are so at least be politically aware. However, if helplessness that seems to be develop- ONLINE MEDIA SPECIALIST many sitting idly as public opinion in you find yourself complaining that our ing in potential voters. We, as a nation, [email protected] government is shrinking drastically? “leaders” carry out bogus policies and just accept the terribly flawed, yet “But politics and politicians are implement oppressive regimes, there present, system of politics because we During School Daze, I was manning dumb; get your panties out of a bunch,” is no room to talk if you do not vote, do believe that this is way things have to the table (“tabling”) for what will re- is what people may respond with. not partake in activism, or are unaware be. Thomas Jefferson said there should main as an unnamed political group These “dumb” politicians are increas- of the big picture. be a revolution every 20 years to keep on campus. It happened to be located ing their efforts to fleece the taxpayer Saying the two-party prevents real government in check. The ultimate next to another politically-focused and screw the middle class. Politicians democracy and that it causes a politi- point is that as our freedoms get voted group on campus that shall also re- are so “dumb” that it was not until a cal monopoly – total domination of the away by our “leaders” in Congress, and main nameless. Between spending whistleblower revealed that our gov- entire political realm – is not correct. we should not sit by passively as they time tabling and wandering around the ernment has been spying on us did we There are other political parties that destroy the Constitution and personal event, I noticed something was amiss: learn that our government has, in fact, are recognized in many states: the freedom.■ these two groups received almost no been spying on us. They are so “dumb” Green Party, the Independent Party, A simple step that can enlighten young adults It was saddening to see hardly any register to vote. The government does young adult voters throughout my time not currently use a draft, but Congress working the elections. People always can vote to reinstate the draft in the fu- instruct others to vote, and most of us ture if necessary. However, it does not pass off the experiences, but it is one of matter whether you register to vote or Love something the great things this generation can do not, and neither does jury duty. You can to make the changes they wish to see in be selected for either the draft or jury we said? their country. It is such a powerful tool, duty, regardless of whether you register and it is right at our reach. to vote. This is why commercials for the Once we turn eighteen, we are al- Navy and the Army tell you to enlist, so lowed so many things. To teenagers, do not let this myth prevent you from By Rachel Nichol buying a pack of cigarettes when they making a difference in our country. WEB MASTER become a legal adult is seemingly more At School Daze, 103 people from 23 Hate something [email protected] interesting than making a difference in different communities became new our country, even our communities. voters and several hundred have regis- we said? It’s more than just Abstaining from the vote, but com- tered over the past years as well. Paula plaining about the very policies that Bowman, Vice President of the League registering; we need you did not vote on, is just ignorant. of Women Voters of North West Wayne Take those who complain about Presi- County said it was a great turnout. to act and vote dent Barack Obama for example: some If everyone can keep this number National Voter Registration Day was of those who dislike him and were old growing, we can make the changes we September 24, and its purpose was enough to vote when he was re-elected, wish to see. By voting, this generation to gather young voters. With my ex- chose not to. If voters believe he is in- can enlighten themselves about politi- perience working for the Garden City capable of being in office, they need to cal issues and what is happening in the Let us know! elections, the number of voting young vote at the next presidential election for world, rather than worrying about “why adults is unacceptably low. Even when a different party. your boyfriends’ ex-girlfriend is mes- I was transferred to another precinct Young adults have the right to vote saging him on Facebook.”■ in the city, the number of young adults in this country based on Democracy. never increased. Some counties do not have this free- I’m a registered voter, and I plan on dom, and many adults do not even use making my vote count during future this to their advantage. We are such elections. This generation knows that a powerful generation and if young there is a need for change, but are not adults begin to vote, we can achieve the acting on it. It is not enough to simply changes we want or need. register, but as a society, we must to get Men have to register for Selective out there and let our votes count. Service at 18 regardless of whether they 8 www.schoolcraftconnection.com The Schoolcraft Connection October 7, 2013 Ocelot Opinions Advertisement Compiled & Photos by Hassan Ahmad Counselor’s Corner STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER By Denise Schell wife and another man. Pat moves in How many people with his father (Robert De Niro), a "If you had a theme song for your life suffer from men- lifelong Eagles fans who has low-lev- what would it be and why?" tal illness? Based el OCD issues. Pat wants to get back on information together with his wife, even though provided by the there is a restraining order keeping National Institute him from contacting her. He soon be- for Mental Health friends Tiffany Jennifer( Lawrence), (NIMH), about 26% of adults (more a depressed young woman who’s than 1 in 4) in the United States mourning the death of her husband suffer from a diagnosable mental dis- by engaging in compulsive sex with order in a given year. When you take almost everyone she meets; she also into account that mental illness not only affects the person who quali- knows his wife and offers to deliver fies for a diagnosis but those around a letter of his to her if he acts as her them as well (e.g., family, friends, partner in a local dance competition. co-workers, employers, etc.), the Silver Linings Playbook screened at impact is immense. Mental Illness the 2012 Toronto International Film Paul Rizqallah Veronica Miller Awareness Week is the first full week Festival. Major: Engineering Major: Undecided of October (October 6th – 12th this Please consider joining us for School- “I think anything Lil Wayne. I grew up “Probably ‘Berserk’ by Eminem, be- year). The Counseling Department, craft’s screening of “Silver Linings listening to him.” cause it the first song to pop into my SC Cares, and Student Activities -Of head.” fice will be sponsoring a showing of Playbook”. It is an excellent film that the film, “Silver Linings Playbook” on provides insight into the challenges Thursday, October 17th. Following the faced by individuals with mental screening of the movie, there will be illness and how, with support and a brief group discussion regarding proper treatment, they can meet the movie and the topic of mental those challenges. illness. If you are struggling with mental Movie critic Perry Seibert, summa- health-related issues, our licensed rizes the movie as follows:David counselors can assist with short-term O. Russell’s Silver Linings Playbook counseling and can provide referral stars Bradley Cooper as Pat, a bipo- information to appropriate commu- lar man from Philadelphia who has nity resources for more long-term spent the last eight months in a men- care. For assistance, contact the tal hospital. He was ordered there Counseling Office at 734-462-4426 or [email protected]. Thanh Le Riley Campbell after a violent incident involving his Major: Undecided Major: Liberal Arts Transfer “I’d have to say, ‘Somewhere Over the “Definitely ‘My Song’ by Girls Dead Rainbow.’ I like it a lot.” Monster. It talks about getting over hardships and becoming a better person, which I think everyone can Mental illness affects many people. relate to.” Coping with it as a sufferer, loved one, or friend is challenging. Please join the discussion following the movie. FREE MOVIE SCREENING

Victor Mangham Cherrine Ghais Major: Criminal justice Major: Aerospace Engineering “‘Love More’ by Chris Brown. It’s re- “‘Good Night’ by the Black Eyed Peas. ally hype and in any situation it can It’s pretty catchy.” and language that may be offensive to some to some viewers. be offensive may that language and help lift my spirits and get me going on brief nudity contains it R because movie rated This is a down day.”

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Thursday, Oct. 17 | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | VT 550 Sponsored by the Counseling Department, SC Cares and Student Activities Office Emiljan Vukaj Olivia Booth Major: Chemistry/Nursing Major: Liberal Arts “‘Lose Yourself’ by Eminem. I guess “‘Hakuna Matata’ from The Lion I don’t do stuff until it’s necessary, King, because it helps me to get over and I have a bit of luck, and I can pull stuff and have no worries.” cares through in hard situations like he Schoolcraft Counselors, Denise Schell MA, LPC, and Katarina Gasevski MA, LPC, sings about.” will facilitate a group discussion following the movie. October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 9

Just outside Henry’s Food Court inside the eral Arts Theatre promptly at 8 p.m. VisTaTech Center Theatre Only Performance-Nov. 8 - 9 Northwood University 8-10 p.m. October 16 from 1p.m.- 5p.m. Tickets $15.00 Applied Sciences Building The Schoolcraft College Theatre Depart- ment is pleased to announce its 2013 fall Central Michigan University production titled, “All My Sons” by Arthur October 17 from 9 a.m. - 1p.m. Miller. During the war Joe Keller and Her- EVENTS Just outside Henry’s Food Court inside the bert Deever ran a machine shop which Compiled by Rachel Nichol VisTaTech Center WEB MASTER made airplane parts. Deever was sent to Walsh College prison because the firm turned out defec- October 17 from 10 a.m.- 4p.m. tive parts, causing the deaths of many men. FALL 2013 WRITING RESCUE WORK- at door) or $70 for season tickets. For ad- Applied Sciences Building Keller went free and made a lot of money. SHOPS ditional information, please call the music The twin shadows of this catastrophe and Using MLA Guidelines department office at 734-462-4403. Tickets LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTER (LAC) the fact that the young Keller son was re- October 15 from 3- 4 p.m. Bradner L105 can be purchased in person at the School- WORKSHOPS ported missing during the war dominate This is the perfect seminar to either craft College Bookstore. This event is be- Test Anxiety the action. The love affair of Chris Keller refresh memories of proper MLA format- ing sponsored by the Schoolcraft College October 9 from 12 p.m. - 1p.m. and Ann Deever, the bitterness of George ting, or to learn all about without any prior Foundation and the Music Department. Biomedical Technology Center, BTC 225 Deever returned from the war to find his This free workshop will go over what father in prison and his father’s partner knowledge. All the unique specifications NAVRATRI GARBA: FESTIVAL OF INDIA for writing will be covered; keeping stu- exactly is test anxiety, how to cope with free, are all set in a structure of almost dents updated on the current MLA style. October 19 from 7-12a.m. it, and how to know if test anxiety is the unbearable power. The climax showing This is free, open to all students, and locat- VisTaTech Center problem for questioning students. This is the reaction of a son to his guilty father ed in the Bradner Library, room L105. Navratri, is a popular and important designed for those who have experienced is fitting conclusion to a play electrifying festival in India, and now the Schoolcraft test anxiety or have poor test results. They Reliable Websites…Or Are They? in its intensity. This beautiful, powerful October 17 from 3-4 p.m. Bradner L110 community will have an opportunity to be will also be exploring ways to minimize play will move you. Performances will take stress and explore other factors that affect When writing papers, it is no lie that a part of this festive occasion. The Asian place on Oct. 25 and 26 as well as, Nov. 1, test performance. It will be located in the there can be some unreliable websites out Student Association is sponsoring the 2, 8 and 9. Dinner theater performance Biomedical Technology Center room BTC there. Finding the useful ones can be tricky Navratri Garba celebration that will in- tickets are $27. Theater only tickets are 225. and this seminar will show how to correct- clude an Indian- catered dinner by Suvai, $15. Please contact the Schoolcraft College ly evaluate the sites. Any English professor live music by Sammvad, and feature tradi- Math: Story Problems Bookstore at 734-462-4596 for your ticket at Schoolcraft would agree that this would tional Indian dances. The event will take October 9 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. purchases or stop by and visit the campus. McDowell Building, MC110 be beneficial to attend. This workshop is place on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 7:00 p.m. The bookstore hours are as follows: Mon.- free and is located in the Brander Library, to midnight in the VisTaTech Center. Ad- Story problems can be tricky for anyone, Thurs. 8:30–7 p.m. and Fri. 8:30–4 p.m. room L110. vanced tickets can be purchased for $15 in and luckily there is a free workshop to help. the Student Activities Office in the Lower The most important points will be summa- SOUNDS OF AUTUMN NOON CONCERT SERIES Waterman Wing of the VisTaTech Center, or rized, broken down, and simply explained The Schoolcraft College Wind Ensemble and Synthesizer Ensembles will be per- Mr. B & Bob Seeley by calling to those who attend. Two and three vari- October 16 from 12 – 1 p.m. 734-462-4422. Visa, Mastercard and Dis- able systems will also be discussed. They forming the Sounds of Autumn on Sunday, VisTatech Center, Presentation Room cover cards are accepted. Tickets will also will be meeting in McDowell, room MC Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room Two players, four hands, twenty fingers, be purchased at the door for $20 per person 110. of the Radcliff Center in Garden City. The one piano, years and years of boogie; On on the night of the event. Everyone is wel- Math: Exponent Rules concert is free but donations will be ac- Oct. 16 two phenomenal performers will come to attend this cultural celebration. October 16 from 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. cepted at the door to help fun student Liberal Arts Building, LA200 scholarships. Light refreshments will be be working together to perform jazz, blues, UNIVERSITY TRANSFER VISITS boogie, stride, and rock at the VisTaTech Students in Math 47 and up are able to available following the concert. For more Schoolcraft students intending to trans- Center Presentation Room from 12 to 1p.m. attend. In this free workshop, rules will be information, contact the Music Depart- fer will have the opportunity to meet with Bob Seeley and Mr. B (Mark Lincoln Braun) enforced and confusion will be cleared up. ment at 734-462-4403 or email music@ college representatives from various local are linked to the musical heritage of blues This short, but insightful workshop could schoolcraft.edu.■ universities this month on campus and ask and boogie pianists, which has been the make a drastic difference in your grades, questions. backbone of American music. Noon Con- which makes this all the more worth to certs are free, open to the public, and last University of Michigan– Dearborn attend. The workshop is located in the Lib- approximately one hour. Donations will be October 10 from 11:30 a.m. -2p.m. eral Arts building in room LA 200. Radcliff Center accepted at the door that will fund student Ready to Research scholarships. For more information re- October 21 from 10 a.m. -12p.m. October 16 from 1p.m. - 2p.m. garding this concert contact Pat Minnick at Just outside Henry’s Food Court inside the October 16 from 3 p.m. - 4p.m. 734-462-4403 or email music@schoolcraft. VisTaTech Center VisTaTech Center, VT 425 edu. To see the complete schedule for the The representative from the University of This is for those who are interested in 2013-14 Noon Recital Series go to www. Michigan-Dearborn will be at the Radcliff becoming involved in an undergraduate schoolcraft.edu/music. Center on October 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. research project. Information will be pro- Any student interested in speaking with the vided about a variety of projects that are FRIDAY EVENING RECITAL SERIES representative is encouraged to stop by and continuous. Projects all vary in location (at The Mack Sisters, Piano ask questions. The Radcliff Center is located Schoolcraft or off campus) and paid and October 18 from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on 1751 Radcliff Street in Garden City. voluntary options will both be available. VisTaTech Center Presentation Room Franklin University Schoolcraft professors and other research- The Schoolcraft College Music Depart- October 14 from 10a.m- 2p.m. ers will also be attending. This will be ment presents its first evening recital series Just outside Henry’s Food Court inside the located in the VisTaTech Center, room VT of the 2013-14 season. The Mack Sisters, VisTaTech Center 425. Yuki and Tomoko Mack, won strong recog- October 21 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. nition as soloists in 1994 and thus decided Applied Sciences Building ALL MY SONS to become a piano duo. They have won sev- Madonna University Dinner Theatre Performance - Oct. 25-26, eral prestigious prizes and have been fea- Nov. 1-2, 2013 October 14 from 10 a.m. - 1p.m. 6:30–10 p.m. tured performers in many major festivals. Applied Sciences Building There will be a reception following the Tickets $27 Spring Arbor University performance. General Admission is $20 for Dinner begins at the VisTaTech Center, Adult, $10 for students (student id required October 16 from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. with the performance following in the Lib- 10 CAMPUSLIFE

Abstract Figurations PHOTO BY LINDSEY WELLS Art department head shines in gallery debut By Jackie Charniga it, but that was not the case EDITOR IN CHIEF [with this exhibit].” Of the many spectacular fields of “My favorite piece was one study that Schoolcraft has to offer, located in the front panels of possibly the least publicized is the the exhibit, which consisted Art Department but despite it being a of birds eating berries. It lesser-known asset to the college, De- was a cool combination of partment Head Sarah Olson’s promi- abstract and figure painting, nence in the community is not to be and was displayed on a non- overshadowed. traditional canvas.” From Septem- Citing ro- ber 3 through coco paint- the 29 in the Li- I had hoped to ers (of the vonia Fine Arts project feelings late baroque Gallery, located time pe- on the 2nd floor of energy and riod), Olson of the Livonia transition, counts art- Civic Center, highlighted by the ists such as Olson’s work Tintoretto was celebrated many serialized and and Frago- by community imrpovisational nard among members, fellow her influ- faculty, and stu- works in the ences. This dents alike. collection. style of The gallery —Sarah Olson painting, highlighted known for Olson's collec- its surreal tion of pieces created over time. Some, and dramat- including three-part painting titled ic quality, is easily associated “Sarah the Younger,” that had not been with the frothy depth and seen by the artist in years. brilliant color developed by Students in particular were intrigued Olson in her paintings. Ol- to examine some their professor’s son also utilized linen fabric work, though they had seen a great instead of traditional cotton Professor Olsen demonstrating to a group of gathered students how a few strokes of pale deal from her classes. canvas, and several of her piec- blue can give the illusion of light passing through leaves. “I found her pieces kind of surpris- es included three-dimensional ing,” stated Pete Helms, a fine arts aspects and mixed media. Em- ent works, Olson considers whichever major currently enrolled in Olson’s ploying the use of artistic adhe- is a welcoming ode to Schoolcraft that piece she is currently working on as Painting I and Life Drawing I classes. sive, Olson would sculpt fabric onto the hangs near the entrance to the Vista her favorite, playing to the recurring “Generally when you hear the word canvas itself, and used paint to give it Tech Center. themes of rhythm, energy, and tempo- ‘abstract,’ you don’t necessarily know definition and allure. “I am currently very excited by the ral immediacy; Olsen rarely considers what you’re going to get or if you’ll like With such an eclectic mix of differ- work “The Heart Beats On,” remarked any one painting indi- Olson, “Because it is an expression of vidually, but rather as my experiences and friendships I’ve part of an ever-evolv- developed while teaching at School- ing body of work. How- craft. I’ve worked with many fellow ever, there is one piece educators and students from different that she holds close to backgrounds, and it has been a privi- her heart. lege for me to be a part of their educa- For those who tional journeys.” Four-times the size missed this gallery of the print featured in the exhibit, it event, checking out a is located near the American Harvest sample of Olson’s work Restaurant. on campus is not diffi- Olson currently has no plans for fur- cult. Her favorite piece, ther exhibitions, but is always open to “The Heart Beats On,” new opportunities and experiences.■ (Left) “Birds and Berries” hanging in the Livonia Civic Center Library, a favorite of Pete Helms, one of Professor Olsen’s students. (Right) “The Heart Beats On” hung alongside Professor Olsen’s other works during Abstract Figurations. The original work can be seen in the lobby of the VisTaTech Center. (Below) An example of Professor Olsen’s signature technique, “Confections” features PHOTO BY LINDSEY WELLS PHOTO BY PETE HELMS sculpted fabric glued onto a non-traditional fabric.

PHOTO BY LINDSEY WELLS October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 11 Promoting equality on campus LGBTQI Alliance Members also discuss solutions to the issues and promote the visibility club promotes self- of LGBTQI individuals across campus, acceptance club president Matt Solomon said. By Camyle Cryderman The group creates educational events EDITORIAL INTERN for the campus and community that Over nine million people in the Unit- are not only enjoyable, but help teach ed States are homosexual or question- acceptance of others. According to ing their sexuality, yet homosexuality club advisor Professor Polk, the main scholars, along with relevant literature and gender identity are still among the goal of the group is to bring “awareness and attendance by the Schoolcraft most widely disputed issues of modern of the issues within the LGBTQI com- Philosophy, Sociology, and Psychology day society. munities, in the world and on campus.” departments. By creating accepting environ- In partnership with the Jewish Gay Sexual identity and equality are “is- ments for all students, many colleges Network of Michigan and Parents, sues of very severe importance at this throughout the nation are taking the Families, and Friends of Lesbians and time,” Polk said. initiative to show equality and promote Gays (PFLAG), the LGBTQI Alliance Increasing the awareness of these self-acceptance. Schoolcraft is one aspires to make a great impact within topics in society can not only help stu- day life; and having a varied member- such college. the Schoolcraft community on the sub- dents with personal acceptance, but ship is an awesome way to help accom- Schoolcraft’s LGBTQI (Lesbian, Gay, jects of homosexuality, sexual identity, also teach students to accept others. plish that,” Solomon said regarding Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Ques- and self-acceptance. In order to spread With educational events and activi- the club’s acceptance of all students. tioning, and Intersex) Alliance strives this message, the club hosts movie ties, the LGBTQI Alliance is open to all; The LGBTQI Alliance is a haven for to create a safe place for all students viewings and discussions on the topics whether a member of the LGBTQI com- students to come and feel welcome, all to come together and gain knowledge of gender and sexuality where all are munity, or not. the while helping spread equality for about the struggles that people face welcome. Informational symposiums “The main goal is letting people everyone. ■ today, because of their sexual identity. are also held with guest speakers and know we are here and a part of every- Actively moving forward Club offers strength Students dealing with the death of a loved one, and support after statistically, have more class absences, neglect a loss schoolwork, and have a By Camyle Cryderman greater chance of drop- EDITORIAL INTERN ping out if they do not Thirty percent of college students across the nation receive the assistance have experienced the grief of losing a friend or fam- they need. The AMF Club ily member within the past year; Schoolcraft is no at Schoolcraft provides exception to this statistic. The good news is students a safe place for all stu- now have access to a support system through the dents who struggle with newly founded Actively Moving Forward (AMF) Club. the death or an illness of This club offers members a support system that they someone close to them. can grieve and grow together after a loss. It allows its members to open up about their experiences, to listen to the stories of others, and to receive support on their path towards healing. The club consists of two components: the support group and the service group. The support group meets bimonthly in conference room D in the Lower Waterman of the VisTaTech Center and aims to serve college students who are Got grief? Talk to us! struggling with the death or illness of a loved one. These meetings are student-lead and allows for stu- Students of AMF is a support group for students grieving the dents to connect and talk with other students on a more personal level who are experiences the same illness or death of someone significant. emotional struggles. Members gain strength through support and understanding, while others suggest possible coping techniques. AMF also offers service learning opportunities. The service group serves a different purpose. Ac- cording to club president Matt Ankrapp, this division of the AMF Club is intended for “people who don’t necessarily need the support, but would like to get The group meets every other Tuesday, starting Oct.1 , 2013, involved with the cause.” Members who participate at 4pm at the Lower Waterman, Student Activities in the service group aim to spread awareness, raise funds for the organization, and will enjoy the plea- conference room. sure of assisting others in the community. Dealing with the loss of a friend or family member can be difficult and often time’s people go through the grieving process alone. However, Schoolcraft stu- dents are not alone and the AMF Club is accessible, where students are encouraged to grieve and cope together. Support during a time of loss is necessary, and as stated by Ankrapp, “the bottom line is, there is help available.” For more information regarding this club, contact the Student Activities Office at 734-462- Contact: 4422.■ Student Activities Office: (734-462-4422) For more information on Matt Ankrapp, Chapter Leader Anna Trojan, Faculty Advisor [email protected] [email protected] clubs and organizations please contact the Student Activities Office at 734-462-4422. 12 www.schoolcraftconnection.com The Schoolcraft Connection October 7, 2013

PROJECT PLAYHEM GAMING CLUB Documentary viewing For those in search of a club that supports Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) club and unites members by creating a sense of Documentary on Oct. 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the community among student-gamers, Project Lower Waterman level of the VisTaTech Cen- Playhem Club is for you! This club incorpo- ter and a rates academic, social, and competitive skills Haunted GMO Corn Maze by encouraging members to test and improve Schoolcraft’s Phi Theta Kappa Omicron EVENTS one another’s skills in a friendly and social at- Iota’s chapter will be hosting a haunted GMO Compiled by Camyle Cryderman mosphere. Various gaming and trading-card EDITORIAL INTERN Corn Maze on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 5-9 competitions will be held, along with gaming p.m.at 49800 W. 6 Mile Rd. in Northville. The events and participation in a community ser- Corn Maze is located between Ridge and BIO-MED CLUB CONNECTION VIDEO PRODUCTION CLUB vice project to benefit a non-profit charity. Napier Roads. Admission is $3 per person and Are you interested in enhancing your Aimed toward students who are interested Meetings will be held on Oct. 7 and 14 at 2 $10 group discount (per 5 people). The first overall biomedical experience as a student? in the broadcasting and multimedia field, the p.m. in Conference Room E in Lower Water- people will be admitted free. Also enjoy food, Then come to the Bio-Med Club Connec- Video Production Club helps members learn man of the VisTaTech Center. drinks, and a bonfire for attending. Children tion! Members of this club will gain benefits more about the dynamics of media; includ- Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale under the age of 13 must be accompanied by like assistance with internship opportuni- ing writing, producing, editing, directing, Tournament a parent or guardian. For more information ties, peer tutoring, planned visits to clinical in-studio broadcasting, and off-site movie Come and join the Project Playhem Gaming email [email protected] or call engineering departments, participation in shoots for film. Club as they host a free tournament on Oct. 734-462-4422. industry conventions, and seminars as well as The next meeting is on Wednesday, Oct.9, 21 starting at 2 p.m. in the Lower Waterman group research, development projects, and in Conference Room C of the VisTaTech Cen- of the VisTaTech Center. Anyone is welcome ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION competitions. ter. to join for some competitive gaming fun with The Asian Student Association Club formed Meeting dates to be determined. Please Schoolcraft Sports Network-Volleyball Playstation All-Stars. Prizes will be awarded with a goal of creating awareness of the contact the Student Activities Office for more Taping to first, second and third place finishers. South Asian culture and its growing influ- information at 734-462-4422. On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the club will be taping Please arrive early to sign up. ence. The club sponsors events, including the annual Navratri Celebration that showcases BUSINESS CLUB the Women’s Volleyball game. Just meet at the Physical Education Building’s main gym at STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD Indian culture to the college and surrounding The Business Club strives to give students 2 p.m. to set-up. The Student Activities Board aims to foster communities. guidance and develop their knowledge about For more information, contact Jeanne at a welcoming atmosphere, involving students Navratri Garba the business world. During meetings, stu- 734-462-5559. Anyone interested in joining in community service projects on- and off- The Asian Student Association hosts the dents participate in discussions about busi- is welcome to participate. No experience campus and giving students the opportunity Navratri Garba Celebration on Saturday, ness related topics, as well as opportunities necessary. to participate in fun social/recreational Oct.19 from 7 p.m. until midnight. This event for business seminars, networking possibili- events. The Student Activities Board is open will feature an Indian dinner and live Indian ties, fundraising, and scholarships. DOCTOR WHO CLUB to all students on campus. music for $20 per person at the door. It will be Meetings are held bimonthly on Mondays Are you an avid Doctor Who fan, or have an Meetings are held every Tuesday at 4 p.m. held at the VisTaTech Center. at 2 p.m. in Conference in the Lower Water- interest in learning more about it? Come enjoy in Conference Room C of Lower Waterman at man of the VisTaTech Center. a fun environment with fellow enthusiasts at the VisTaTech Center. NATIVE AMERICAN CLUB MATH AND PHYSICS CLUB the Doctor Who Club. This club aims to bring Halloween Party Would you like to gain a better understand- students together through mutual interest ing of Native American culture, history, All students currently seeking a degree in Come do the Monster Mash and join the and Sci-fi fun, and introduce others to Doctor and traditions? Then come join the Native math or science related fields who wish to Student Activities Board as they host a Hal- Who. Club members can participate in social American Club where all are welcome! Club gain extra knowledge should check out the loween Party on Thursday, Oct.24, from events like Doctor Who marathons, costume activities include group meetings, films, guest Math and Physics Club. This group allows all 7-10:00 p.m. in the Lower Waterman of the parties, and “Who” themed game nights. speakers, and other cultural events. who strive for a higher level of understanding VisTaTech Center. Enjoy an extravagant party Meetings are held on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Wednes- of various math and physics related topics, with a live DJ, costume contests, free food in Conference room D at Lower Waterman of and more. day, Oct. 16 from 3-4:30 p.m. in LA521. to prosper with others who share the same the VisTaTech Center. The next meetings are goal. Members will have the opportunity to Oct. 8 and 14. PHI THETA KAPPA CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE participate in lectures, take part in student Phi Theta Kappa recognizes and encour- The Christian Challenge has the purpose math league competitions, Rube Goldberg OTAKU ANIME ages scholarship among two-year college of enriching the quality of the overall college projects, tutor high school students, and Otaku Anime promotes the enjoyment students, and develops leadership and experience by challenging participants to organize the annual Science Fair for middle and promotion of Japanese animation and service through an intellectual climate for explore God’s word as a guide for a full and school students. pop culture. Screenings will be held twice a exchange of ideas and ideals. This honor well-balanced life. Meetings will be held ev- Meetings are held bi-monthly on Fridays at month. society also promotes lively fellowship and ery Tuesday of the Fall and Winter Semesters 10:30 a.m. in BTC Room 320. The next meet- The next upcoming meeting is scheduled stimulation of interest in continuing academic at noon in the Lower Waterman Center. ings will be on Oct. 11 and Oct. 18, with the for Oct. 12 from 5-10 p.m. in the Lower Water- excellence. continued on page 15 time and room listed above. man of VisTaTech Center.

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Schoolcraft College Asian Student Cultural Association Presents: Navratri Garba Saturday, October 19, 2013 7:00 p.m. - Midnight $15.00 per person in advance Must purchase tickets in person or by phone by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18 to receive advance ticket price. $20.00 per person at the door (No charge for children age five and under.) Indian Catered Dinner by Suvai Live Music by:

Shop for Indian clothes and jewelry. Schoolcraft College Purchase tickets from the VisTaTech Center Student Activities Office, 18600 Haggerty Rd, lower Waterman Wing, Livonia, MI 48152 Between VisTaTech Center 6 Mile and 7 Mile. or call 734-462-4422.

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on Biddle1–2. For more information or to buy tickets Dacy and her friends and special date night packages visit www. are ready to haunt your wyandottejaycees.org. Halloween For those with young children or weak hearts, the Jaycees host Friendly Monster By Kate Mrla LAYOUT & DESIGN EDITOR Nights Oct. 18 from 4–6 p.m. and Oct. 20 and 27 from 1–4 p.m. This is a lights on, non-scare For the past 37 years, the Wyandotte Jaycees attraction where children get treats and a have been haunting people of all ages during their lights on self-guided tour of the haunted yearly haunted house attraction. This year’s at- house. Admission is $2 or two canned food traction, located in the old City Hall building on items per child, parents admitted free. The Biddle, features 18 haunts spanning two floors. canned goods are used to fill the Jaycee’s Bloodbath on Biddle stars seven-year old Dacy, Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets that are her cast of fairy tale characters, and some favorite donated to needy families in the community. characters from years past. “Our cast of characters including WarPig, Built from scratch every year, members have Pork Chop, Dr. Giggles, CJ the Clown, been hard at work since mid-July planning, build- Charred Con, Alice from Wonderland, Snow ing, painting and creating sets and costumes White, the Huntsman, and Dacy herself are for this year’s attraction. The city of Wyandotte ready to make you scream in terror.”■ donated the old City Hall location, one of the largest the Jaycees have ever had to work with. “Bloodbath will feature 18 haunts and take 30–40 minutes to navigate,” said Jon Dehring, this year’s project manager and Chairman of the Board. The haunted house would not be successful without the dedication of the JayTeens. “The kids are passionate about this project and have a love of the haunt,” said Dehring. “The teens are learn- ing basic construction techniques and we’re let- ting them put their own spin on their haunts this year. We are committed to making sure every- body fits here.” When asked about their favorite part of the haunted house experience, Dr. Giggles said, “I’m looking forward to making people cower in fear. Nothing is more enjoyable than making men curl up in a ball and cry in my haunt!” Bloodbath on Biddle will be open Thursday– Sunday throughout the month. The hours are 7–10 p.m. Sundays and Thursdays, and 7 p.m. through midnight, Fridays and Saturdays. The attraction will also be open Monday, Tuesday and Wednes- day of Halloween Week, Friday and Saturday Nov. 1st and 2nd. Tickets are $15 during Oct. and $7 Nov. October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 17 18 ARTSANDENTERTAINMENT

MOVIE We are all prisoners Exceptional thriller contains phenomenal performances By Carlos Razo they believe is right. As Do- The story takes place dur- ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR ver begins to interrogate the ing the dead of winter, which suspected kidnapper with an complements the bleak tone of arsenal of carpentry tools, De- the film. Gorgeously shot and tective Loki pieces the puzzle deliberately without musical How far would you go to save together from the perspective score, the matter-of-fact look someone that you love? This of the law, but which side is do- and feel of the film leaves no is the question director Denis ing more good is left up to the room for typical Hollywood Villeneuve asks in his excellent viewer…for the most part. glamour. thriller, “Prisoners.” Jackman leads the all-star Thematically, the movie is Keller Dover (played by the cast and his acting is some of much more than a run-of-the- impeccable Hugh Jackman) the best of his career. Along mill revenge fantasy, as the and his family attend a neigh- with Maria Bello, Terrence audience is shown how we are bor’s house for Thanksgiving, Howard, Viola Davis, and Paul all prisoners to something; unaware of a suspicious RV Dano, each performance is love, revenge, suffering, anger, parked down the street. At the fine-tuned and appropriately or even ourselves. Each char- end of the evening, the two subtle. acter’s ethics are thrown onto youngest daughters head out- The situations, reactions, the table, mixed around, and side by themselves to play, and and responses all seem un- at times abandoned. within a few minutes cannot nervingly authentic, which is a So, how far would you go to be found. compelling aspect of the film. save someone that you love? As Detective Loki (Jake Gyl- As a mystery-thriller, each mo- “Prisoners” asked this ques- lenhaal) heads the case to find ment steadily inches towards tion, it also had the audience the two girls. After the driver the next discovery, and what on the edge of their seats. of the RV is released from seems to be a simple kidnap- Chilling performances com- jail, two days after his initial ping is soon revealed to be bined with numerous twists arrest, Dover begins to take much more. and turns makes this an excel- matters into his own hands in Some may find the two-and- lent crime-thriller. a desperate attempt to obtain a-half hour runtime exhaust- To some viewer’s dismay, the information on the missing ing, but right when things be- film does not deliberately sup- children. gin to slow down the plot picks ply answers about right and This dark, somber film up in a different direction, wrong, especially in regards to and the credits begin to roll, (Top) Movie Poster (Bottom) brutally displays the horren- which keeps you guessing for vigilante justice. So as the film we are best left coming up with Hugh Jackman reflects on his dous acts people are willing the entire final act. comes to its ambiguous close those answers ourselves. ■ decisions. to commit in pursuit of what

MOVIE Don Jon triumphant Risqué romantic-comedy has both humor and heart By Carlos Razo Gordon-Levitt’s natural charm and ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR likeable demeanor are in full force here. He perfectly displays confidence, cockiness, and in the right moments, extreme vulnerability. Johansson is Few young actors have risen to the surprisingly charismatic and shares top of the Hollywood hot-list as fast Jo- wonderful screen chemistry with her seph Gordon-Levitt. leading man. The onscreen romance A multi-talented actor and musician, the two share is everything a main- Gordon-Levitt has performed in a va- stream Hollywood film would promise riety of films, from Hollywood block- to a guy like Jon; it is sizzling hot, quick- off by the amount of busters like “The Dark Knight Rises,” witted, and endlessly flirtatious, and graphic sexual mate- to smaller films like the off-beat love for better or worse, nothing more. rial in the film, but as story, “500 Days of Summer.” Since Jon has been spoiled by loose, long as the viewer can Working both in front and behind fruitless relationships and hours of understand even the the camera in his directorial debut, internet porn, his ideas of love and in- crudest moments are Gordon-Levitt gives us another endear- timacy have been greatly perverted. It used in good humor, ing romantic-comedy with “Don Jon.” is an interesting and fresh subplot for a they will be laughing Gordon-Levitt stars as Jon, a young movie like this. through it instead. womanizer from New Jersey who lives Instead of just beating the audience “Don Jon” marks a his life for few things: his body, his over the head with a lecture on true new phase in Joseph pad, his ride, his family, his church, his love, “Don Jon” shows what happens Gordon-Levitt’s sky- boys, his girls… and his porn. when unrealistic expectations are put rocketing career. This As easy as it is for Jon to constantly on relationships—both physically and is a touching, charm- score “Perfect 10’s,” his lust for flesh emotionally. The script is thoughtful ing, and entertaining cannot equal his love for internet eroti- and insightful, but also features a great movie that shows off ca. Soon though, the constant one night deal of humor. the incredible talent of stands become tiresome, so instead Jon Jon narrates the story, and hearing its two leads. seeks out something he has never had his thoughts on women, the justifica- It will not be for before: A faithful, monogamous rela- tion to his addiction, and other internal everyone; especially tionship. monologues were the best written co- those sensitive to adult After meeting a beautiful young medic bits. content. Others will woman named Barbara (Scarlet Jo- Tony Danza has a hilarious role as find “Don Jon” to be a hansson), Jon starts to think that this Jon’s Father, and the scenes in which movie worth seeing, new relationship will lead to the best Jon goes over to his parents’ house for because just like Jon, sex he will ever have. Unfortunately, Sunday lunch were some of the most we all love a happy his closeted addiction can only remain entertaining scenes in the film. ending. ■ hidden for so long. Some audience members may be put October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 19 Tuned into... MUSIC Jack Johnson: From Here to Now to You By Camyle Cryderman Tunes such as “You Remind Me Johnson used to record allow EDITORIAL INTERN Of You” and “Washing Dishes” show the record to take on a very just how simplistic the songs can be. comfortable feeling, letting Although the tracks may appear mini- the songs relax and relate to malistic, they are truly a testament to all listeners. Jack Johnson has been known for Johnson’s life; with messages that re- “From Here to Now to his ultra-mellow, Hawaiian folk sound flect his overall experiences with par- You” is a pleasurable listen since his first album “Brushfire Fai- enthood and love. for those in search of calm- rytales” debuted in 2001. With every Many of the tracks on this album ing and relatable music with one of his albums that have followed, are charming love songs for his wife simple messages. It is an ac- he has continued to perform his music and, although this may seem typical, curate portrayal of Johnson’s with this relaxed tone and calming it is a vast difference from his previous current life and shows the sound. His newly released album, albums in which he sang about the growth he has undergone “From Here to Now to You” is no excep- deaths of his father and cousin. since his last album release. tion. Johnson still has longstanding sup- This album follows the same The tracks on this album are very port around him though, including his tone and sound as the major- down-to-earth, and if possible, are friends and band members who have ity of Johnson’s other songs, others to be able to enjoy. The soft tone even mellower than any of his previ- been with him since the mid-2000s, although the songs go in a slightly dif- this album portrays certainly appeals ous. The 12 songs carry gentle rolling which explains the creation of this ferent direction lyrically. to an acquired ear, but for all who ven- rhythms throughout, which comple- album. The long-lasting relationships The extremely mellow sound pro- ture to give this new album a listen, ment the pleasurable sound and hum- that influenced the messages behind duced by this album is refreshing for you will surely not be disappointed. ■ ble lyrics. the songs and the acoustic guitar that most, but proves to be too relaxing for MUSIC Flashback Review: Ben Folds Five “Whatever and Ever Amen and Bassist Robert Sledge. sweet-natured naivety to an Piano-rock trio’s The album starts out with the re- off-beat love song. second album is a bellious “One Angry Dwarf and 200 Every track on this phe- Solemn Faces,” which contains one of nomenal album is worth classic Folds’ incredible improvised piano so- examining both lyrically By Carlos Razo los. The third song, “Brick,” is hailed as and musically. The stories ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR one of the greatest songs he ever wrote. told in each song are not al- It tells the story of a young man who, ways as clear as they seem after keeping a huge secret from his and can be interpreted in People fall into one of two categories family, is convinced a special someone different ways. regarding singer-songwriter Ben Folds: in his life has been reduced to a brick, On the surface, “What- They love his music, or they have not slowly drowning him. The melancholy ever and Ever Amen” may yet heard it. melody and sentimental lyrics are seem like just another A gifted pianist, lyricist and show- quickly contrasted against the next youthfully charged rock man, Folds’ music reflects past musi- song, “Song for the Dumped,” which is album from the 1990’s, but cians like Elton John, Randy Newman, pretty self-explanatory. the depth featured on these and Billy Joel, while also combining The album also features the crowd songs sets it apart from aspects of punk-rock and jazz music. favorite, “Kate,” written about a man other CDs of its genre. His second studio album titled who is so in love with a girl that he Perfectly combining “Whatever and Ever Amen” is the best wishes he was her. The energy on the melody, harmony, and oc- album Folds has put out to date with recording is contagious, and the im- casional profanity, this al- If you love Ben Folds, then chances are his group Ben Folds Five, which con- ages described in the lyrics (“You can bum shows off Folds’ incredible talent you own this album. If you have yet to sists of Folds, drummer Darren Jesse, see daisies in her footsteps”) add a as a songwriter, pianist, and storyteller. hear his music, this is the perfect al- bum to get you hooked.■

graphics, controls, and VIDEO GAME general game mechanics Viva la FIFA 14! remaining the same. Game play that is a bit more complex, The new scouting net- Highly touted soccer albeit more realistic, has helped FIFA work in career mode allows game franchise rake in many loyal fans. However, one you to find players from all concern with this entry is the absence over the world, each with a continues to impress of a new marquee feature, which is a detailed analysis and sta- despite subtle new element added to each new game. tistics. This new network With “FIFA 14,” Electronic Arts has is a vast upgrade to the one improvements mostly just solidified the successful featured in previous ver- By Hassan Ahmad changes that recent entries have made. sions. More realistic trans- STAFF WRITER That is not to say that there are no fer fees, as well as player new features at all. Rather than any and agent decisions, allow huge additions this year, Electronic players to experience how Arriving at a time when most major Arts introduced several subtle tweaks to manage an actual profes- video games are released, “Fédération to the overall game play, as well as a sional club. Internationale de Football Association reworked home-screen interface. The Electronic Arts has deliv- 14,” or the colloquially abbreviated major difference is an overhaul of the ered a great game, even in “FIFA,” has come out with little fanfare home-screen and menus. These have the absence of innovative due to the overshadowing popular- been made more interactive and easier additions. The modest sub- ity of “Grand Theft Auto V.” “FIFA 14” to navigate, giving it a sleek new design tleties made in “FIFA 14” was one of the most highly anticipated that fans will love. have made the game more sports games of the year, and will al- Since “FIFA 12,” Electronic Arts has enjoyable and welcoming, ways have its own dedicated fan base. been improving the “player impact giving this series an edge In the past, the game’s developer, engine;” an in-game engine designed over other soccer games on Electronic Arts has introduced some to make character movements look as the market. new features to the “FIFA” series. Game realistic as possible. In “FIFA 14,” this With its stimulating FIFA 14 is available where ever- play elements such as first touch and is redeveloped to incorporate such game play, unbelievable graphics, and games are sold for $59.99 and is tactical defending have helped this things as changing direction, build- enhanced menu system, Electronic rated E for Everyone. series take a step away from traditional ing of momentum, and collisions with Arts guarantees that “FIFA” is still soccer games and into its own direc- others players. This is the only notice- paramount when it comes to soccer tion. able change in the game play with the gaming technology. ■ 20 www.schoolcraftconnection.com The Schoolcraft Connection October 7, 2013

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Ocelots clip Red Hawks PHOTOS BY HASSAN AHMAD Strong defensive effort shuts down Lake Michigan, 3-1 By Hassan Ahmad STAFF WRITER pushed his way past the Lake Michi- It took less than five minutes for the gan defense. Ocelots to pounce onto the scoreboard The Red Hawks had trouble pen- against visiting Lake Michigan. De- etrating a well-organized School- spite previous struggles this season, craft midfield and, when they broke the men’s soccer team had no problem through, a solid defense thwarted their taking a step forward defeating the Red effort from all sides of the field. Hawks 3-1 on Sept. 28. Goalie Sean Simney was solid in net With the victory, the Ocelots (4-4, pulling off several brilliant saves, keep- 3-3) showed just how competitive they ing the Red Hawks offense silent. Sim- can be as the team continues to gel ney made 12 saves in the victory. with fewer than ten games remaining The Ocelot's second goal came in the regular season. when Red Hawks goalkeeper Danny Overall, the Red Hawks never held Martinez could not save a tame shot possession of the ball for a significant from freshman defender Joshua Hayer, amount of time. “We played good to- which found its way through his hands day and got the win we wanted,” said and into the net at the 24:23 mark. Schoolcraft head coach Rick Larson. The team took a commanding lead Schoolcraft took the lead at 4:41 with on their third goal, as forward Nathan a goal by Daniel Ovesea, his first of the Berguson headed in a Derek Boatright season. A long ball by goalkeeper Sean corner kick at the 36:04 mark. The team Simney was collected by Ovesea who took a comfortable 3-0 lead into the second half. “Taking a 3-0 lead Schoolcraft goalkeeper Sean Simney kicks the ball upfield during the home at halftime, we got the game versus Lake Michigan on September 28th, 2013. chance for a lot of guys to play, and rest some Just before the 75th minute, Red In a season of struggles, the Ocelots guys and not have to Hawks Chase Hullinger broke up the showed improvements and are start- worry about injuries,” shutout with his first goal of the sea- ing to build momentum leading into Larson said. son at the 74:54 mark. A deep cross the last half of the regular season. The The Red Hawks kept from Jose Perez found Hullinger, who remaining games prove to be a true test pressuring in the second headed it into the back of the net past of grit for this team and will challenge half. Despite their deficit Schoolcraft backup goalie Ryan Tikey. the Ocelots ability to work as a team the pressure finally paid Tikey played the final 12:32 in goal in as they push for another post season Mens Soccer coach Rick Larson gives his team some off. last minute instructions before kick off. relief for Simney. birth.■ October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 23 MCCAA Sports Standings As of Oct. 7, 2013 2013 Men’s Soccer Standings SCHOOL MCCAA PTS OVERALL HOME AWAY STREAK Muskegon 4-1 .800 12 10-5 5-2 4-3 Lost 4 Ancilla 4-2 .667 12 6-4 3-4 3-0 Lost 1 Let's Go Schoolcraft 4-3 .571 12 8-4 4-1 3-3 Won 6 Lake Michigan 2-4 .333 6 7-7 2-5 4-2 Lost 1 Jackson 0-4 .000 0 4-6 2-4 1-2 Won 2 Ocelots!

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2013 Women’s Volleyball Standings SCHOOL MCCAA OVERALL GB HOME AWAY STREAK Oakland 7-0 1.000 20-1 --- 7-0 5-0 Won 11 St. Clair County 6-2 .750 21-6 1.5 3-1 4-3 Lost 2 Schoolcraft 3-3 .500 12-15 3.5 2-3 2-2 Won 2 Macomb 3-4 .429 6-13 4.0 3-2 0-3 Won 1 Mott 2-4 .333 7-8 4.5 1-2 2-3 Lost 3 Alpena 0-8 .000 6-13 7.5 2-2 1-8 Lost 2 Attention Ladies Basketball season is upon us If you are interested in joining the Email-at [email protected] team please contact Coach Kara Kinzer. Phone (734) 462-4400 ext. 526 24 www.schoolcraftconnection.com The Schoolcraft Connection October 7, 2013 October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 25

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Solutions Criss Cross Solution Across 1. Pumpkin: This vegetable is round, with smooth, slightly ribbed skin and deep yellow to orange coloration. 4. Hockey: A sport played from October to June. 7. Harvest:The act or process of gathering a crop. 9. Maize: Another word for corn. 12. Canadian Geese: These birds migrate in September and October, to prairies, lakes, meadows, golf courses and city parks. 14. Cider: An unfermented drink made by crushing fruit. 15. Adirondack: These mountains are an unusual geological formation located in the northeastern lobe of Upstate New York in the United States. Also a favorite tourist spot during fall. Down 2. Maple: This tree is found in Eastern North America in the Eastern United States and Canada. It is one of the most common trees in the United States. 3. Turkey: A large mainly domesticated game bird native to North America, having a bald head and (in the male) red wattles. 5. Oktoberfest: Originated in Germany, this event is now one of the most famous events and world’s largest fair which takes place 16 days before the rst Sunday of October. 6. Bedazzled: A movie released in Fall 2000, starring Brendan Fraser. 8. Vixen: This is the 6th most popular adult costume for the Halloween, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). 10. Soccer: A sport starting in Fall, played by the Schoolcraft team. 11. Hayride: A pleasure ride usually at night by a group in a wagon, sleigh, or open truck partly lled with straw. 13. Daylightsaving: A widely adopted practice during summer to provide extra daylight in the evenings. Wordsearch Solution

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Daughter's brother What you wear on your foot

Bird's house Where crabs live

Squirrel's snack What a fireman uses

Another word for yell Insect

Opposite of like Short fast run

Opposite of in House with a grass roof

By Madame Taboo Horoscopes OCCULTIST IN RESIDENCE Happy Birthday Libra!

Pisces Sagittarius Virgo Gemini Feb 20 – Mar 20 Nov 23 - Dec 22 Aug 24 – Sept 23 May 22 – Jun 21 Never a stranger to spiritual pursuits, Sagittarius may find the beginning of At the beginning of October, Virgo will The beginning of October, Gemini will Pisces has always been curious about October to be uneventful. The next find new uses for old skills. Always find themselves with very few worries the mysteries of existence and the two weeks are the perfect time for the looking to do the right thing, Virgo will and doubts. Often pulled in multiple metaphysical world. These next few Centaur sign to create new plans and get a major confidence boost if they directions by the myriad of interests weeks, Pisces find themselves being to think ahead, preventing any future take advantage of an opportunity to and hobbies kept by the Twins, for drawn more to the spiritual than the complications. mentor or use their abilities for chari- the next few weeks, Gemini will need physical, although they may not be table pursuits. to find the time to explore and create able to determine exactly why just yet. many different projects.

Aquarius Scorpio Leo Taurus Jan 21 – Feb 19 Oct 24 – Nov 22 Jul 24 – Aug 23 Apr 21 - May 21 October is a lucky month for the Scorpio will find true love in October. Leos are born trendsetters, and which The Taurus will find emotional security Aquarius. In contrast to what many It may not necessarily be romantic earns them the respect of others. throughout most of the beginning of signs experience, everything will seem love, but perhaps a new friend, inter- However, for the next few weeks, it is October. These next few weeks, Tau- to fall into place for Aquarius. Life, in est, or long sought after possession. worth trying to meld ideas with those rus will be in the perfect position to general, will move forward toward in- It is unclear if this new love will last, of others for the sake of harmony. This be the solid rock that their loved ones teresting prospects. Financially, every but Scorpios will enjoy these first few does not mean that innovation needs have learned to count on. penny should be accounted for in the weeks with their new passion. to fall by the wayside; it just requires journey of success. playing well with others.

Capricorn Libra Cancer Aries Dec 23 – Jan 20 Sep 24 – Oct 23 Jun 22 – Jul 23 Mar 21 – Apr 20 Capricorns will have an epiphany over Libra often finds they take on more The life of a Cancer can often be a As October starts, Aries will take the the coming weeks, changing a long- than they need for the sake of har- busy one, however, the next few weeks first steps on a profound journey that held worldview into something more mony within a group. Early this month, offer opportunities to slow down and will require more than the month of positive than what it was previously. it is important for Libras to remember enjoy the small pleasures that often October to complete. The proverbial The results of this new viewpoint will that they have people in their lives go unnoticed day-to-day. Now is the pot of gold may be in the distance, have a positive effect on Capricorn’s that they can count on for help, to time to re-read a favorite novel or but the scenery along the way will be life. prevent a substantial work load from binge watch a television series. delightful. becoming too back-breaking October 7, 2013 The Schoolcraft Connection www.schoolcraftconnection.com 32

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