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GebhardtNEW to TRUSTEEfill board vacancy APPOINTED BY KATIE RUDOLPH has been an adjunct professor at Madonna NEWS EDITOR University’s College of Education. Community involvement is key for Gebhardt. “I am a firm believer in giving On Dec. 16, the Board of Trustees held back to the community,” she says. She was a special meeting to interview candidates involved in the board of directors of the for the vacant spot left by Kevin McNa- Northwest Wayne County League of Wom- mara, who stepped down after being elected en Voters and the Livonia Senior Center. Wayne County Commissioner this past No- The position Gebhardt has been appoint- vember. Seven applicants were interviewed, ed to will be up for re-election on May 8. and after a voting process the Board selected “I will definitely be running for the trustee Joan Gebhardt. position to which I have been appointed,” Choosing among the applicants was a she says. difficult task, according to Dr. Conway Gebhardt believes her qualities will Jeffress. “We had an excellent field of complement the board well. “My sense of candidates. None of the persons interviewed genuine care and concern for our youth would have been inherently bad for the and their future is a critical quality of board,” says Jeffress. He also commented those in educational leadership roles,” she that one reason the board chose Gebhardt is comments. “I possess a strong experiential because she had a very strong interview and background directly related to the trustee was very prepared. position and also possess the ethical per- Gebhardt brought to the interview four sonal qualities needed to exercise fair and letters of recommendation, including one equitable judgment.” from Governor Jennifer Granholm. The college’s commitment to the future “I have years of experience in education, is one thing Gebhardt hopes to augment a love of and a belief in life-long learning while serving on the board. “I think that SC and the opportunity to devote the necessary is on the cutting edge of many areas because time required to serve on the board,” says we are best suited to train and retrain much Gebhardt. of our workforce. We must be ready for the Gebhardt holds a bachelor’s degree in future,” she asserts. elementary education and a master’s in Gebhardt had a personal connection with educational administration from Eastern the college before she was appointed to her Michigan University. She has worked for current position, as her two children attend 31 years in K-12 education, serving as a the college. “Both of my own children at- teacher for 10 years and a principal for 20 tend SC and have received an excellent start years for the Taylor School District. She also in their careers of culinary arts and nurs- Photo by Rena Laverty worked for the Armada School District for a ing,” she says. “Just as SC has changed their Joan Gebhardt poses inside the McDowell Building. Gebhardt was year, serving as a principal and a mentor for futures, I want the opportunity to be able to elected to fill the vacancy left by Kevin McNamara on Schoocraft’s other principals. For the past four years she transform other people’s lives.” Board of Trustees. College could see changes due to Prop 2 job-related skills identification, interviewing still operate the WRC? Would we have to ments which talk about the implications of Admissions practice techniques, job-hunting strategies, educa- rename it? Do we have to restructure it?” Proposal 2, and of course they are offering not an issue tional counseling, assistance in applying for There are also indications that scholar- their services.” school-related financial aid and a support ships that are earmarked for women may The documents compare Proposal 2 BY MICHAEL SIEGRIST group with other women and job placement not be permissible. Jeffress expressed that to the one in California (209). They are EDITOR IN CHIEF guidance. community colleges may have to worry that describing all of the implications of the Another issue that may come under fire any of their programs that have dispropor- proposition and the unexpected changes Programs from the Women’s Resource is scholarships offered through the center tionate numbers of males or females might that occurred as a result. Center may come under fire in the next few that focus primarily on women. Director of come under scrutiny, because it may appear “It is never just confined to the paragraph years due to a ban on Affirmative Action, Women’s Resource Center Nancy Swan- as though they are operating a program that that it started with,” states Jeffress. which passed with 58 percent of the vote on borg declined to comment as the college is gender specific. The president responded with concern the Nov. 7 election. As a result, the face of continues to look at the possible outcome of “When the lawyers start to get in- when asked if there is a fear that the WRC the campus has the possibility of changing the initiative. volved— in making money— that is when may have to be eliminated or completely dramatically, as the institution focuses on “Every time you create legislation there you have to worry about the implications of changed. how to prepare for the effects of the ban. are tenants that go along with it. The intent the act, rather than the immediate or stated “Well, yes there is a fear, because I think Programs that may conflict are the never stays confined and so now what we purpose of the proposal,” says Jeffress, who it is a very successful program. It does what CHIPS program, designed to assist women have is say a program like the Women’s has already begun receiving proprietary in transition. The program provides asser- Resource Center,” suggests Schoolcraft documents from law firms. “[Law firms] tiveness training, guided career exploration, President Dr. Conway Jeffress. “Can we have already started sending out docu- See Proposal 2 PAGE 2

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NEWS BRIEFS Compiled by Michael Siegrist Michigan promises GERMANY HITLER COMEDY NUMBER ONE AT GERMAN BOX OFFICE assistance for students A comedy about Hitler by a Jewish filmmaker rocketed to the top of the Corriveau speaks on $4,000 scholarship increase German box office charts in its first standardized tests and go on to college will week in the cinemas, the country’s receive $1,000 at the start of their freshman biggest movie theater chain has said. year, another $1,000 as a sophomore and “My Fuehrer -- The Truly Truest Truth $2,000 when they finish the second year. About Adolf Hitler” by Swiss-born, The scholarship received its name from Berlin-based director Dani Levy shot to the widely acclaimed Kalamazoo Promise, a first place ahead of a raft of Hollywood program set up by anonymous donors that blockbusters and the latest James Bond funds higher education for students who film “Casino Royale.” The picture attend and graduate from Kalamazoo public has enjoyed massive coverage in the schools. Corriveau believes the program will German press, which has focused on help students transition from a community the question of whether it is acceptable college into a four-year degree. to laugh about Hitler six decades after “It is a great asset for students who work World War II. hard to get into college, and it is also an incentive to stay there.” LONDON Following growing concerns about the WORLD’S FIRST low skill and education level in the Michi- “TEST-TUBE” BABY GIVES gan work force in the face of global compe- BIRTH TO A SON tition, Gov. Granholm convened the Cherry Louise Brown, who was the world’s Commission in 2004. The goals of the first “test-tube” baby, has given birth Photo by Michael Siegrist Commission were to double the percentage to her first child. The baby, Cameron BY MICHAEL SIEGRIST stands now, class of 2007 graduates can of high school graduates who get degrees. EDITOR IN CHIEF John Mullinder, was born Dec. 21 in look forward to $4,000 in state scholarship They found 40 percent of the popula- the western English city of Bristol, money if they complete at least two years at tions of economically leading states have Newly elected State Representative Marc associate degrees and 33 percent have reports said. “He’s tiny, just under six a public or private college or trade school in Corriveau (D-Northville) hosted an event bachelor’s degrees. However Michigan fails pounds, but he’s perfect,” the Mail on Michigan. in the VisTaTech Center on Dec. 19 to to compare, with 29 percent holding an Sunday newspaper quoted her as say- Schoolcraft opposed an early form of the celebrate the new Michigan Promise Grant. associate degree and a mere 22 percent with ing. The baby was naturally conceived. The conference was one of many across legislation that would have increased the amount of the scholarship while withhold- a bachelor’s. Brown, 28, married Wesley Mullinder, the state to inform the public of the new “We must make higher education more 37, three years ago. Her younger sister changes to the Merit Scholarship. ing the funds until the student completed the first two years. accessible to our students in Wayne County, Natalie, also conceived through in- In a lame-duck session of the legislature, and that’s exactly what the Michigan Prom- vitro fertilization, in 1999 became the leaders in both parties joined together with “We talked about it directly with the governor, that lieutenant governor and the ise Grant will do,” says Corriveau. “Busi- first “test-tube” baby to give birth. Governor Jennifer Granholm to see the legislators,” says Schoolcraft President Dr. nesses want to set up shop in states that grant through. Many believe the act is a step have highly educated workers. We can make in the right direction for Michigan. Conway Jeffress. “They revised it again, UNITED STATES around election time, and came up with this Michigan a magnet for businesses that will The former Michigan Merit program offer our workers good-paying jobs of the INTERNET ECONOMY PASSES allowed students to earn up to $2,500 for proposal where you are going to get half the money up front. That’s ok with us.” future by ensuring that our students have NEW MILESTONE higher education, based on their perfor- every opportunity to go to college.” Americans spent over 100 billion mance on standardized state tests. As it Students who pass new ACT-based dollars shopping on the Internet in 2006, and growth in e-commerce is likely to extend its strong pace in the Season for Nonviolence coming years. A report by research firm “Proposal 2” com Score Networks said online retail continued from PAGE 1 Hoping for peaceful and bright future spending reached 102.1 billion dollars it is supposed to do,” says Jeffress. “I think BY HOLLY BASNER Currently the Season for Nonviolence last year, a 24 percent increase over there is a need for it and if you have to CAMPUS LIFE EDITOR Committee is made up of 11 members and 2005. “A larger segment of the popula- grossly modify or do away with it, then that Students who believe people ought to is partnered with the Schoolcraft College tion is buying online, and people are creates a disadvantage. But, if that is the live their lives without violence, peacefully International Institute. They are working buying more things than they have in law, that is what we will do.” and with a positive outlook on the future to “foster introspective, artistic, spiritual, the past.” Investment firm Cowen and However, the real controversy exists in the might consider entering one of the two inclusive, and transformational paths and Co. calculated the 2006 sales figure at group By Any Means Necessary’s request to contests that the Season for Nonviolence opportunities that aim to find nonvio- 108 billion dollars and sees this grow- the U.S. Supreme Court for an emergency Committee is sponsoring. lent/peaceful solutions to current local and ing to 225 billion by 2011 accounting injunction that would allow U-M, MSU An essay contest is available to anyone global issues and struggle” comments com- for 4.7 percent of total retail sales, up and WSU six more months to comply with who is currently enrolled in classes at the mittee member and instructor of English from 2.7 percent at the end of 2006. the ban. college. Deadline for the 500-word essay, Tia Chaudhery. “We hope to offer students The three universities were granted the 6- five paragraph essay is Friday, March 23. It and community members ways to express, MICHIGAN month delay on Dec. 19 by a U.S. District must be in relation to a personal experi- discover, and learn about nonviolence.” TELEPHONE COMPANIES Court decision, which was overturned on ence where a conflict was solved using The season starts with Martin Luther PUSH BILL TO PLACE TAX Dec. 29 by an appellate judge. Gandhi or King’s philosophy on nonvio- King Jr’s birthday Jan. 15 and ends on the BURDEN ON CONSUMERS When asked if the fear of losing diversity lence. Cash prizes will be awarded for the day of Gandhi’s assignation. Through proj- top three winners; $150 for first place, Consumers in Michigan stand to be in higher education, as occurred in Califor- ects, events and contests the committee $100 for second and $50 for the third among the biggest losers under a widely nia with the passage of 209, existed Jeffress hopes to ‘create an awareness of nonviolent place essay. principles and practice as a powerful way criticized plan to shift the burden of said it is a possibility in the institutions that are competitive. In addition there will be an “Images of to heal, transform and empower our lives who pays the federal “Universal Service “When you have an institution like U-M, Peace,” art contest. Art must be submitted and communities.’ Fund” tax on long-distance phone where you have under-representation, it is by March 23, as well. Work can either be To kick off of the season dialogues bills. A proposal backed by America’s going to make that situation worse rather two-dimensional not exceeding measure- honoring Dr. King were presented in the biggest telephone companies could give than better.” ments of 36” x 48” or three-dimensional, McDowell building on both Jan. 15- consumers a $162 million annual tax However, Jeffress reiterated that there is 24” x 24” x 36”. Any students who wish 16 addressing important issues such as hike. Under the major push mounted no cause for alarm for the college. “Quite to make a submission must have complet- ethnocentrism, cultural imperialism and in Washington by BellSouth, Verizon, frankly, I don’t have any sense of urgency, ed the piece during the Fall 2006 semester personal responsibility. AT&T, USTelecom, IDT Corporation because we have an open admissions policy. or Winter 2007 semester, in a Schoolcraft In the future the committee hopes to and others, Michigan consumers would I just want to see where it is going.” Art Department studio course. The con- organize workshops where students will be suffer as the result of a shift from a con- test is taking place during the Art Depart- trained on subjects such as violence and sumer-friendly, pay-for-what-you-use ADVERTISE ment Open House and for this reason, drinking abuse. Once trained they will tax to a regressive per-connection charge only art students can enter. Prizes will also visit schools to talk about the issues. WITH US! be awarded for top three placings, which that would be imposed on every phone CALL Season for Nonviolence will work to line regardless of whether they use the will be determined at the open house on open the eyes of the college and express the service or not. (734) 462-4422. March 28 between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. importance of a nonviolent society. SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 3 Women’s Resource Center A Memoir of Displacement” Divorce Support and her mother’s holocaust CAMPUS CLIFFNOTES survival story on Thursday, The WRC will be holding Compiled by Katie Rudolph • News Editor February 8 from 11 a.m.- its Divorce Support group noon in MC 200. for anyone who is contem- Dr. Veena Kulkarni, a clas- will be held on Thursday, Jan. Love and Marriage around plating, in the process of or Money Matters in Divorce sical pianist and SC instruc- 25 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the needs help adjusting to the Students will have an oppor- the world tor, who will explore two Radcliff Library, and in the difficulties of a divorce. It tunity to speak with a certi- On Wednesday, Feb. 14 approaches to playing piano. Bradner Library Room 115 on will have meetings on Jan. fied divorce financial planner from 11:30-12:30 in LA 200 Monday Jan. 29 from 6:30-7:30 23, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27 in from the Center for Financial On Feb. 23 the luncheon will a panel of SC international p.m., Tuesday Jan. 30 from MC 110 from 7-9 p.m. Planning on Feb. 5 from 5-7 feature Sherrye and Daryl students from various coun- Bailey who will detail the 1:30-2:30 p.m. and Wednesday On Jan. 23 an attorney will p.m. Sign-up begins at 4:30 tries will discuss patterns of history of Westland through Jan. 31 from 12-1 p.m. present an overview of legal p.m. and meetings will be dating, love and marriage rare photographs and narration. aspects of divorce includ- held free of charge on a first- International Presentation in their cultures. The pre- ing information on property come, first-served basis. Both luncheons cost $15 and Series sentation will be interac- settlements, custody, child Ask an Attorney will be held in the DiPonio International Film Festival tive and will cover a broad room of the VisTaTech range including European, support, visitation and There will be an opportu- On Tuesday, Jan. 30 there Center from 11:45 a.m. to African, Middle Eastern, spousal support. nity for anybody who wants will be a showing of “Paper 1:30 p.m. Doors open at Latin American and Asian The Feb. 13 meeting will be to speak to an attorney Clips,” a highly acclaimed 11:15 a.m. Reservations cultures. a group discussion and there regarding divorce or family documentary about a rural must be made in advance. will also be an attorney law matters to do so free of group of children’s plan to Job Fair available to answer ques- charge on Monday, Feb. 12 For further information honor Holocaust victims. The There will be a Public tions in a private setting and Monday, Feb. 19 from 5- regarding WRC events, call film will be shown in room Safety Career Expo held on a first-come, first-served 7 p.m. Signup begins at 4:30 (734) 462-4443. LA 200 from 10-11:30 a.m. free of charge at the Radcliff basis. p.m. Clients will be served Pageturners Europe Presentation Series Campus in the Community on a first-come, first-served Room on Wednesday, Mar. On Feb. 27 an attorney will The Pageturners book club basis. Anca Vlasopolos, a professor 11 from 4-7 p.m. Over 50 discuss the financial aspects selection for the month of in Wayne State University’s potential employers will be of divorce and how to plan Winter 2007 Luncheon January is “And Still We Rise: English Department, will present for careers in law your future following the Series The trials, triumphs of twelve share a chapter of her enforcement, fire fighting and divorce. gifted inner-city students” by On Jan. 26 the WRC will memoir “No Return Address: emergency medical technology. host a luncheon featuring Miles Corwin. Discussions CAMPUS GENEROSITY

StudentsSKYROCKETS and staff give to needy BY KATIE RUDOLPH Sept. 2005 there was a 1.4 percent NEWS EDITOR increase in volunteerism. On campus, members of a Despite a national trend, this variety of departments includ- past year has seen an unprecedent- ing Culinary Arts, the Office of ed amount of students, staff and Instruction, Foodservice, the math people around the community department, marketing, facilities stepping up in order to help those management, public safety and Season for Nonviolence in need. counseling all contributed to ef- According to Student Activities forts by Student Activities to give Advisor Sherry Springer, campus to the needy. Currently the Season for Nonviolence volunteerism is at an all-time high. Laura Stanton, the MI Campus Photo by Michael Siegrist Committee is made up of 11 members and “We’ve never had a turnout like Compact Americorp (VISTA) Brian Stack, Elizabeth Machniak and Supervisor of Admissions and Student Activities Students who believe people ought to is partnered with the Schoolcraft College this in the 24 years I’ve been here,” Project Coordinator, also spear- Stacy Stover organize donations for the seasonal food baskets. live their lives without violence, peacefully International Institute. They are working said Springer. She noted that more headed many new volunteer Red Wagon project. Red Wagon ganization has ever had, amount- to collect 56 gift bags, one for and with a positive outlook on the future to “foster introspective, artistic, spiritual, people than ever were helping out projects and expanded on existing is a literacy outreach program that ing to six teams and over 30 each child at the Wayne County might consider entering one of the two inclusive, and transformational paths and holiday efforts by Student Activi- projects on campus and in the col- serves a poverty stricken area in volunteers. The teams handed out Family Shelter. contests that the Season for Nonviolence opportunities that aim to find nonvio- ties and Phi Theta Kappa. lege community. Westland during the summer. “It over 600 books, reaching over 270 “The response from faculty was Committee is sponsoring. lent/peaceful solutions to current local and Nationwide trends of volunteer- A variety of offices such as Phi made a big impact on our stu- children and 25 adults. The book phenomenal,” said Stanton. An essay contest is available to anyone global issues and struggle” comments com- ing are much different. According Theta Kappa, the Michigan Ser- dents, I think,” said Stanton. drive prior to the event collected Instead of exchanging gifts with who is currently enrolled in classes at the mittee member and instructor of English to the Bureau of Labor Statistics of vice Scholars, the Scholars Honors Different teams of volunteers $2,700 in donations. each other, the Public Safety De- college. Deadline for the 500-word essay, Tia Chaudhery. “We hope to offer students the U.S. Department of Labor, the program, Student Activities, class- pull red wagons full of donated Another program volunteers partment and the Career/Transfer five paragraph essay is Friday, March 23. It and community members ways to express, percentage of volunteers among rooms, alumni, staff and faculty, as books, bottled water, toothbrushes participated in was Make a Differ- Center collected gifts for this must be in relation to a personal experi- discover, and learn about nonviolence.” the nation’s population saw a well as individual students all have and toothpaste. The teams give ence Day, where postcards, letters project. ence where a conflict was solved using The season starts with Martin Luther sharp 2.1 percent decrease from extended many helping hands for out these items to children in the and care package items were col- “It fits the meaning of the sea- Gandhi or King’s philosophy on nonvio- King Jr’s birthday Jan. 15 and ends on the Sept. 2005 to Sept. 2006. This a variety of projects. area. lected to send to soldiers overseas. son to give to those less fortunate,” lence. Cash prizes will be awarded for the day of Gandhi’s assignation. Through proj- contradicted numbers from previ- One project in particular that “I had one team tell me that “My goal was 1,000 postcards, said Jeanne Stapula, a secretary for top three winners; $150 for first place, ects, events and contests the committee ous years; between Sept. 2002 and Stanton has brought to SC is the they were amazed at how happy and I was told that I was shoot- Public Safety. $100 for second and $50 for the third hopes to ‘create an awareness of nonviolent these kids were to get their own ing too high,” said Stanton. “We Faculty as well as several class- place essay. principles and practice as a powerful way toothbrushes and toothpaste,” said ended up sending out over 1,350 rooms provided $3600 worth of In addition there will be an “Images of to heal, transform and empower our lives Stanton. “A lot of students didn’t postcards and letters, and 61 care donations, which was enough to Peace,” art contest. Art must be submitted and communities.’ realize that severe of a poverty packages.” Last year this pro- create 100 gift bags. Of those, 25 by March 23, as well. Work can either be To kick off of the season dialogues level was that close to home.” gram generated over $4,000 in were given to First Step, a domes- two-dimensional not exceeding measure- honoring Dr. King were presented in the One student who participated donations. Local schools such as tic violence shelter in the area. ments of 36” x 48” or three-dimensional, McDowell building on both Jan. 15- thought the project was influ- Southfield Lathrup High School All of these numbers show that 24” x 24” x 36”. Any students who wish 16 addressing important issues such as ential. “Red Wagon was a great and Divine Child High School, as the college’s community is filled to make a submission must have complet- ethnocentrism, cultural imperialism and starting event for the year for Phi well as local Girl Scout and Boy with a vast number of good- ed the piece during the Fall 2006 semester personal responsibility. Theta Kappa. It enabled us to Scout troops also got involved in hearted people. “People want or Winter 2007 semester, in a Schoolcraft In the future the committee hopes to open our hearts to future events this project. to get involved,” says Stanton. Art Department studio course. The con- organize workshops where students will be and at the same time inspire and Several soldiers wrote back, “Give them the opportunity and test is taking place during the Art Depart- trained on subjects such as violence and motivate us to plan for many expressing their gratitude for the something that’s not complicated, ment Open House and for this reason, drinking abuse. Once trained they will other events such as this,” said morale boost. where they can either donate gifts only art students can enter. Prizes will also visit schools to talk about the issues. Vera Palushaj, Vice President of Stanton also organized a holi- or a couple hours of their time or be awarded for top three placings, which Season for Nonviolence will work to Photo by Justin Nalley Leadership for PTK. day project to help families and something. People want to help, will be determined at the open house on open the eyes of the college and express the Kevin and Samantha Zmierczak had a bright Christmas SC had more teams for the children in need. She sent out an they really do.” March 28 between 3:30 and 7:00 p.m. importance of a nonviolent society. thanks to generous donations from the college community. project this year than any other or- e-mail to faculty about her intent 4 SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peacably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Editorials - The First Amendment to the Constitution INOUROPINION HOT OR NOT Fashion trends are product of raunch culture

larger feminist movement has begun to Scholarship raise ONE understand the cause for alarm, and is acting with appropriate measures. HAND In recent publications, books like Ariel offers band-aid fix Levy’s “Female Chauvinist Pigs,” Maureen CLAPPING Dowd’s “Are Men Necessary” and “Pornified” Michigan’s empty promise by Pamela Paul, are addressing this same ew increase for student tuition petitive. Over the past five years tuition has rising concern. due to the Michigan Promise jumped 41 percent at public colleges and 17 Levy would challenge Aguilera’s assessment Grant: $1,500. Average tuition percent at private schools. that she is empowering women and allowing at NMichigan universities this year, not add- BY MIKE SIEGRIST them to feel comfortable about their sexu- The standard response from government EDITOR IN CHIEF ing books, room and board: $7,661. has been to cut federal and state funds to ality. By interviewing women applying for Leaving college with your degree in a mire education, as in 2005 when the legislature [email protected] Playboy Playmate status, taking off their of debt: priceless. eliminated $12 billion from the federal clothes for the Girls Gone Wild videos and This appears to be the equation of today’s student loan program. high school girls disappointed with their ith every new semester comes lawmakers when dealing with the decision sexual experiences thus far, Levy wonders With student loan and college appro- an influx of new students on how to fund college. Instead of sup- about the current role models women aspire priations dwindling, students feel an ever Wand new wardrobes. The fall porting institutes of higher education with to emulate. growing economic squeeze. Tuition is more generally proves to be the most interesting, adequately appropriated resources they have expensive, making sure anyone who puts the with recently graduated high school seniors According to her, women are no longer chosen to instill a mediocre answer to the time and effort into a degree will be paying flooding the hallways, sporting the season’s pursuing the confident, self-determined, question at hand. for quite some time. newest fashions. I wonder at the mindset powerful ideal the women’s liberation move- There is widespread evidence that the state- The idea that an increase of $1,500 to of some of my female counterparts who ment dreamed of. Instead, the icons of the university relationship is eroding, as seen by scholarships for students will make even a choose to don the most revealing clothing. 21st Century are porn stars and strippers. the drastic cuts in appropriations for higher drop-in-the-bucket of a difference is absurd. Anyone who has taken the time to read any Paris Hilton and Jenna Jamison— who cur- education during the past two-and-a-half As it stands, checks will be sent directly of my previous columns would hardly label rently has 1,040,652 friends on the social decades. Adjusted to account for inflation, to participating schools, which will apply me a social conservative. However, every time networking site, MySpace.com— flaunt their state appropriations for higher education the money to student bills. The program I observe the latest trends, watch late night success in the porn industry. have declined 40 percent since over the past is expected to cost around $110 million in spring break infomercials or flip past MTV, I It is this separation of physical pleasure 30 years. 2007-2008, somewhat less than the present begin to empathize with this group. It is one and romantic love from this induced faux According to Schoolcraft President Dr. $2,500 Michigan Merit program costs the thing to have a positive image of yourself and pose of sexual ‘hotness’ that forces women Conway Jeffress in his welcome back address state. The $4,000 is a good first step, but is follow your own path, but this should not to drive their definition of sexuality from the to the faculty “what we in education do is not a real solution to the problem. be confused with leaving the house wearing media. More importantly, by not supporting complex and costly and we are trying to do Dynamic politics calls for leaders to meet clothes befitting a dancer at Déjà Vu. this altered culture individuals are defined as this work amid an environment of shrinking the ever growing needs of a transitioning The bubble gum princesses of the late 90s, limiting women’s sexual self-expression and resources.” Jeffress claims, the state used to workforce, economy and educational system. Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears, came deemed oppressive by the free speech crowd. account for nearly 30 percent of the schools If we are to be competitive, we must ensure onto the scene with simple songs and foot- This irresponsible view of the female form budget, however, it is currently less than 19 that a quality education is affordable for tapping beats. This fad didn’t last long, with allows sex to be traded as a currency, creating percent. everyone. Overall, this over-publicized photo the genre taking on a more adult approach, an atmosphere that denies passion and pro- As a result, universities have resorted to opportunity for Lansing will have no long- showing scantly clad songstresses and pro- motes consumerism. From things as simple tightening enrollments and significantly term effect on the educational crisis we face. vocative, striptease dancing. as gym memberships and tanning salons to increasing tuition as a way to remain com- “I do like to empower women to be com- the ever extreme breast implants and cos- fortable with their bodies, their sexuality,” metic surgery, the concept of laboring to says Aguilera, commenting to a reporter on meet a standard oversexed ideal is prominent AMERICAN RED CROSS being accused of indecency. “I’m not conser- in our current culture. Women should avoid vative when it comes to that sex stuff. I have a the mainstream fads that betray their unique BLOOD DRIVE problem with the whole society thing where beauty for a universal symbol of ‘hot’. guys have sex and get praised for it but girls Ladies, it is important to note that I am TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2007 do it and get labels put on them.” not alone in this opinion. While many guys 9:00 A.M. - 7:30 P.M. Interestingly, I am not the only person love ogling a scantily clad female in biology jumping ship on the liberal train when it class, most want a woman who respects VISTATECH CENTER- LOWER WATMERAN WING comes to the socialization of women. The herself and her body. Sign up in the Student Activities Office or call (734) 462-4422 to make an appointment Connect with Schoolcraft Read the Connection Adviser Advertising Adviser STAFF SHERRY SPRINGER TODD STOWELL Next Issue on Stands Feb. 6 Editor In Chief Campus Life Editor Issue Staff Advertise with us... 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inconvenient truth he statistics are quite shocking for the amount of people who die due Global warming enters limelight Tto a one careless act of Drinking ANGIN HOT OR NOT and driving. H ’ lobal warming used to be one of According to the National Highway Traffic WITH those vague concepts that sat in Administration, in 2005 16,885 people were Gthe back of the average person’s killed in alcohol related automobile acci- HOLL mind; something that might happen KATIE’S dents. On average that’s equivalent to one eventually but really didn’t cause too much URRENT death every half hour. concern. For some people it was a myth, an C A repeat drunk driving offender might BY HOLLY BASNER urban legend constructed by the fear-mon- not realize the risk they are putting every- CAMPUS LIFE EDITOR CLAMOR one in, when they make the decision to drive gering media. [email protected] A recent documentary has changed that. while intoxicated. Not only is a drunk driver “An Inconvenient Truth,” Al Gore’s docu- putting their own life on the line, they are mentary about global warming, gives the BY KATIE RUDOLPH also endangering everyone they encounter on the car. The hope is that this system will go blunt facts, backed by scientific research, NEWS EDITOR the road. Those who drive under the influ- into effect by the end of 2009. about the imminent crisis. [email protected] ence do not think that something life chang- Even though this technology won’t be The basic scope of the documentary covers ing will happen, the alcohol plays with their ready for a couple of years, use your own the overwhelming scientific evidence that minds, creating improper judgment. They judgment and make wise decisions. Really the root cause of global warming is increased tems and their effect on humans; the many seem to have the optimistic reasoning of ‘I take the saying, ‘friends don’t let friends drive levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. effects that warmer ocean temperatures will have gotten away with it the past, so why drunk,’ into consideration when you know Carbon dioxide, or CO , is a greenhouse gas have on the globe, from changes in ocean not continue?’ In some situations it takes an 2 someone who is about to get behind the which traps the sun’s rays in the atmosphere currents to more instances of stronger hurri- awful experience to change someone’s views. wheel while intoxicated. and heats up the planet. The gas is always canes; these are just a few of the many reper- For example, in 2006 a tragic event took It is quite obvious that people who have a present in the earth’s atmosphere among cussions covered. place on spring break in Panama City. tendency to drink and drive will not purchase other greenhouse gases, were it not for An interesting consequence of global Nobody would have ever of thought that a this car. This is why other organizations are them we would not have life on this planet. warming is the rising of ocean temperatures promising student from Livonia would have trying to prevent the drunk driving problem However, the rampant burning of fossil fuels and therefore ocean levels, which could pose been involved in a drunk driving accident and our society has. has caused the level of CO in the atmosphere a threat to coastal communities around the receive a life changing prison sentence. This 2 As described in a November 2006 article on to rise drastically. globe. Again, a global warming skeptic would just shows that terrible situations can happen www.Foxnews.com, Mothers Against Drunk It is here that global warming skeptics protest that even if the ice in the Arctic does to anyone, even people who don’t deserve it. Driving, along with the U.S. Department would protest. After all, there is a natural melt, it wouldn’t affect the ocean levels just as It could happen to your best friend, classmate of Transportation, are pushing for alcohol rise and fall of temperatures on this planet, an ice cube melting in a glass of water doesn’t or cousin. Situations like this one could have detection devises, as well. as well as a natural rise and fall of CO in the raise the water level of the glass. been prevented in numerous ways. 2 MADD hopes that states will pass laws atmosphere. Who are we to blame humans True, the Arctic ice wouldn’t really affect There is new technology in the works that that make it mandatory for drunk driving for a rise of CO in the atmosphere when it is sea levels all that much. It’s just a bunch of can help eliminate unnecessary deaths when 2 offenders to have a breath test interlock just a natural cycle? ice floating on top of water. it comes to alcohol related crashes. A Jan. 3 device installed in their car, after only one Well, it is a natural cycle. Scientists have However, ice in the Antarctic is on top of article in USA Today titled, “Toyota Creating offense. As of now, only New Mexico has the been able to measure atmospheric condi- land, not water. Ice in the Antarctic melting Alcohol Detection System”, explains how the law for first offenders. tions dating as far back as 160,000 years into the sea would add to the total amount system operates. Installing such systems in vehicles can ago. A graph of past conditions shows that of water in the oceans, and it already has. The company is in the process of develop- reduce the amount of innocent people who CO levels do indeed naturally form a cycle. Other glaciers all over the globe are also on ing a system that will detect if the driver has 2 suffer from the accidents that drunk drivers Global temperature and CO levels have the retreat. Photographs of different glaciers been drinking, automatically shutting down 2 cause. Hopefully, with new innovations and shown to be directly proportional— higher taken 20-30 years ago and then now show the car if so. Toyota’s system will be equipped technology in the near future something can levels equate to higher global temperatures, this same phenomenon. with sweat sensors on the steering wheel and be done to solve the problem of drinking and and vice versa. Covering all the details of global warming a special camera that can identify unfocused driving. So what’s the big deal, we’re just in a outlined in “An Inconvenient Truth” would pupils. These sensors, along with ones that natural spike of greenhouse gases, right? It’ll amount to an even lengthier column. detect abnormal breathing, can shut down just turn itself around again like the cycle Hopefully enough has been discussed here to always does. Right? convince readers about the imminence and scientific validity behind global warming. It’s The CO2 levels for the past hundred years have risen to an unprecedented level. So have time for people around the world to consider global temperatures. If this trend continues how their actions will affect the world for as it has been going, vast climate changes will future generations—can we afford to ignore likely continue to take place. the issue any longer? Needs you “An Inconvenient Truth” outlines literally For more information about the documen- every change that will come and has taken tary or global warming, visit http://www.cli- Staff Writers and Photographers Wanted place due to global warming. There are many matecrisis.net. For more information contact the examples; changes in animal habits, ecosys- Student Activities Office at (734) 462-4422 or stop by the office located in the VisTaTech Center- Lower Waterman Wing. OCELOT OPINIONS

Annie Heywan Olajuwon Krueger Weldeab Mitchell Age: 20 Age: 19 Age: N/A (734) 462-4422 Year: 1st Year: 2nd Year: 2nd Major: Liberal Arts Major: Nursing Major: Culinary Arts “What impact do you “Sadly, I think “It would make it “It will be differ- think the Affirmative a lot of colleges harder for inner ent for African diversity will city kids to get Americans to Action ban will have on start to into good universi- attend some of the disappear.” ties and they may top universities Colleges?” have not get the and have the same same educational chance as other opportunities.” people.” Mark Holly Bart Sara Barnard Age: 19 Year: 1st Ringer Age: 23 Age: 24 Year: 2nd Major: Physical Therapy Year: 2nd Major: Major: Secondary People will not Accounting “ Education be happy about “Colleges wil now not being able to “I think there will be more concerned change things be less opportunity with students they don’t like for students in grades and extra- and probably deciding where curricular activities would change to go to school rather than being schools or drop and there will be concerned with less diversity on out.” Photos by filling quotas.” campus.” Daniel Smith 6 SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007

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Just a week and a half before Christmas the Children’s Center received an early gift in the form of five Schoolcraft students, who read a children’s book to eager classes. On Dec. 13 the group headed to the center to deliver a performance to the four and five year-olds. The public speaking students who participated in the joint project were Laurie Prentiss, Jackie Muldoon, Kyle Opalinski, Kevin Downey and Kyle Smith. The group began the day by reading to Aimee Car- michael’s kindergarten class. The students interacted during the readings from a book on safety, asking questions and shouting out recognizable situations, while Dr. Taylor’s class acted out the interesting parts. “I find that this project allows my students to demonstrate that they have met this particular academic objective (audience Analysis) effectively.” Photo by Michael Siegrist

- Dr. JuJuan C. Taylor Aimee Carmichael’s kindergarten class listens to public speaking students reading a story. Professor/department chair of Communication Arts laughing and shrieking with excitement at “I asked two of the classes and they were weeks and as old as six years and offers full the dramatic points. willing,” says Malafouris. “We chose the day child care for students, faculty and the “I find that this project allows my stu- Kindergarten and Cherry Preschoolers community. “I wanted my students to demonstrate dents to demonstrate that they have met because they are able to actually sit through This is not the first time Dr. Taylor’s class (after my lecture on ‘audience analysis’ this particular academic objective [audience the stories. The Kindergarteners are much has spearheaded this project. As a matter of and its crucial importance) their ability to Analysis] effectively,” states Taylor. “And, at more sophisticated and advanced.” fact, in 2005 Keats Dolgin, son of English communicate effectively with other diverse the same time also put smiles on many faces The Children’s Center is an educational Professor Dr. Steve Dolgin, wrote his very groups of audience members,” says Taylor. of our campus ‘little ones.’” facility under the supervision of teachers own children’s story, which can be found in After finishing the reading and discussion Both the children and the faculty were and college faculty. The program claims the Dr. Taylor’s current textbook. with the kindergarten class, the students happy the students came by to entertain goals of encouraging social, physical, emo- When asked what lesson’s they learned a then moved on to the Cherry preschoolers, and educate. Director Elaine Malafouris was tional and intellectual development through kindergartener innocently responded, “don’t for a more energetic and inattentive bunch. excited when she was approached by Dr. structured and unstructured activities. The take down animals homes, because it is The younger group loved the reading, Taylor. Center is open to children as young as six apart of nature.” SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 9

KAPPA KOLUMN CLUB EVENTS BY VERA PALUSHAJ VICE PRESIDENT OF LEADERSHIP OMICRON IOTA Phi Theta Kappa PTK-Importance of Recycling Omicron Iota Chapter Why Recycle? throwing them conserves the limited space PTK is an international honor we have for wastes. society designed for two-year We all know that recycling is “the act of If we want to keep the earth beautiful, colleges. Students who wish to processing used or abandoned materials then recycling should be an obligation for become a member must have at for use in creating new products” but there all. Increasing awareness about the im- least a 3.5 cumulative grade point is much more to it then that. Recycling is portance of recycling is only the first step. average and have completed at essential in our lives; we need to recycle ma- There are many things you can do to help least 12 credit hours. The group terials as long as we have the desire to carry out. participates in numerous com- on our current lifestyle. Recycling gives our Compiled by Holly Basner • Campus Life Editor munity service projects while landfills more space, helps save our natural STEPS TO RECYCLING: improving leadership skills and resources, saves time, money and energy. 1. Know which materials are recyclable. The Schoolcraft has achieved the highest inter- Websites such as http://www.earth911. Also, recycling helps keep our air and water Connection national ranking of a Five Star clean. org can help you find out what you can Chapter. Recycling makes a difference not only for and cannot recycle. Students who enjoy writing, us now, but also for upcoming generations. 2. Have a bin(s) to put all of your photography or even drawing St. Leo’s Soup Kitchen Not all natural resources are renewable, recyclable items in. comics should come check out Phi Theta Kappa will be volun- meaning that when they are gone, they are 3. Collect items in your household that The Connection. Meetings are are recyclable. teering their time at St. Leo’s gone for good. held every Monday at 4 p.m in 4. Separate the recyclable items (elec- Soup Kitchen in Detroit on Through recycling, we can make the most the Lower Waterman Wing of tronics together, paper together, plastics Saturday, Jan. 27. Anyone inter- of the natural resources we do have, without the VisTaTech center. Everyone together etc). After separated, place them ested can meet in the Lower eating up reserves. Not only does recycling interested is welcome to attend. save these resources, it is also effective and in their own bin. Waterman at 8 a.m. 5. Most cities have a recycling counsel. Those who are involved are paid efficient. It usually takes less energy to make for their contributions. recycled products; recycled aluminum, for If this is so, find out what they collect Otaku Anime example, takes 95 percent less energy than and what days they collect them. If your new aluminum from bauxite ore. Most city does not have a recycling counsel, Student Activities This club meets from 5 to 10 p.m likely you, or your city, spends a lot of mon- don’t worry, many stores collect recyclable Board on the second and last Saturdays items. Drop when you shop, it’s that of the month. During this time ey on disposal costs; recycling helps lower Do you have a desire to get these costs. Additionally, less pollution is simple! Grocery stores collect beer bottles anime films are shown while involved on campus? If so, the produced when items are made from reused and pop cans, places such as RadioShack attendees hang out and eat pizza. Student Activities Board is materials. When manufacturing something and Best Buy collect batteries and elec- There is an intermission around always looking for fresh faces and from virgin resources, fossil fuel is burnt to tronics. 7:30 where anime music videos melt ore, causing air and water pollution. WITH SO MANY OPTIONS, THERE new ideas. State your opinion, are played and prizes are given Furthermore, recycling materials instead of ARE NO EXCUSES TO NOT RECYCLE. help with events and meet new away in a raffle. For more infor- people with SAB. Meetings are mation visit www.otakuanime. held every Friday at 12:30 p.m. in org. the Lower Waterman. WEBSITE: Video Production Spring Break Club StudentUniverse.com The spring break trip to Panama City Beach is right around the The VPC is designed for students Spring Break alternatives to hotels. The company offers online who are interested in film, either hostel reservations so students have corner. Those attending, be sure to make the final payment by Feb. being in front of the camera or tudentUniverse is an online the most options and convenience behind the scenes. This group while traveling. 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This Spring or countries. goodsearch.com and type in “St. Leos” in “I’m supporting” and search The website also allows for access Summer, a backpacking trip through to a broad network of hostels. Hostels Europe may be only a click away. away. Each time you search revenue is generated offer a safe, inexpensive alternative for St. Leo’s Soup Kitchen. 10 SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 Faye Schuett, an involved instuctor Phi Theta Kappa Jessica Roebuck who took Evolving the college English 101 with Schuett. Schuett has been in positive ways teaching English since 1975. Besides her classes, Schuett is the director the Schoolcraft Scholars honors program, which consists of students taking part in PROFESSOR service learning projects. This allows her to work with instructor Josselyn Moore to PROFILE organize the Service Learning Group of faculty members. They assist other instruc- BY HOLLY BASNER tors who also use service learning projects in CAMPUS LIFE EDITOR their classes. In addition to Schoolcraft Scholars Teaching at college level for over 30 years, Schuett is co-founder of the Pageturners 15 being at Schoolcraft, Faye Schuett has reading club along with Student Activi- accomplished many milestones in her pro- ties Advisor, Sherry Springer. She is even fessional career both as an instructor and in involved in organizing the annual trip to the the many groups she associates with. Stratford Festival in Ontario in conjunction “Dr. Faye Schuett, Professor in the Eng- with the Student Activities Office where lish department is truly dedicated to student the group watches a play from William laerning. Dr. Schuett also has a passion for Shakespeare. Schuett also participates in the teaching and students not only learn but Season for Nonviolence and International enjoy working with her,”comments Cheryl Institute. Hawkins, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts. Her love is language arts even though she This winter semester she will be teaching says it has been one of her biggest challeng- Modern Women’s Literature and English es. As a child she struggled with reading Composition, along with a Continuing and realized in her late twenties that she Education class, Coffee and Conversations. suffered from dyslexia. “I learned how to “I instruct students through learning work out my thoughts on paper so I would designs; each unit is designed with a variety be understood,” she says. of parts so many types of learning may Schuett attended Illinois State University be covered and reinforced,” comments where she received her bachelor’s degree in Schuett. Through this process students read education. Her major was changed to Eng- examples of writing, experiment with differ- lish after her sophomore year, before it was ent types of writing and draft and analyze special education. She then proceeded to pieces. Schuett also gives her students an the University of Tulsa where she acquired opportunity, at least once a semester, to her master’s degree in Rhetoric and Writing complete a service leaning project in the and a doctorate in Modern Letters. Photo by Justin Nalley community while using the knowledge they “I always wanted to be a writer and a English professor Faye Schuett looks over Cassie Reed’s assignment. have cultured. teacher, but it took me time to decide what “She is the type of instructor that really type of teacher/writer I wanted to become,” cares about improving you in your writ- hired as a Resident Hall Assistant and an cooking, reading and gardening, just to Schuett states. Orientation Guide. In addition to that, name a few. Schuett has been with her ing and the assignments she assigns have During her college years she was actively meaning to them,” comments student and Schuett was also an assistant to the editors partner Linda for 23 years who “is a great involved in student government. She was of the “Blake Journal” and an academic supporter of Schoolcraft College,” she com- counselor. She states this about being ments. They were espoused in Vermont in involved, “Student Activities helped me 2000. grow socially and proved how enriching it is Schuett is a very dedicated faculty mem- to interact with many offices on a campus. ber of the college. She loves what she does, I guess that is why I am keen on engaged and states that the most rewarding part of learning and campus collaborations.” teaching “is observing the constant trans- When she has spare time, Schuett enjoys formation of individual dreams from vague some of her many hobbies, some of which wisps of hope to strong building stones of include swimming, golfing, playing guitar, the future.” The Sound of Music Former Student Leads Choir

BY MEL HEWITT STAFF WRITER

The seventies was a decade filled with memorable musical groups such as The Village People, Fleetwood Mac and KISS; Schoolcraft was no exception. It was the home of the acclaimed Community Choral welcome to join. April Janowski joined Union. The prominent choir had well over the choir “Definitely for the social aspect, fifty members and a notorious reputation I wanted to bond with other students.” that rivaled small four-year universities. Another choral participant, Samantha Kelly Sadly, times changed and for a few years was pleased that “We have a really cool there was no such thing as the Union here and great conductor, Dr. Drake.” Drake is in Livonia. Now, a quarter of a century looking for both male and female vocalists later, an alumnus of the disco era C.C.U. is attending either Radcliff or the Livonia bringing the music back to the college. campuses. Experience is not required, During the fall semester, Dr. Jonathan although previous training is always helpful. Drake conducted the debut semester of the Low-key auditions are held to place voices resurrected choir. It held about 15 students, in appropriate sections. which is quite an encouraging number for The choir meets Tuesday evenings in its first season. Dr. Drake is looking for the Forum. Homework is minimal, mostly “Hardworking students who enjoy music, consisting of looking at the pieces a few can make a commitment, and who are also times out of class. According to Dr. Drake, able to set and achieve goals. You must be “There is not assigned homework, but there able to take direction and a curious person is a lot of trust.” Grades are mainly based who loves to learn.” If this description fits upon weekly attendance at the rehearsals you, consider taking part in Dr. Drake’s and also at the bi-semester concerts. Those ensemble. interested or having any questions regard- All students who are interested in singing ing the choir can e-mail Drake at jdrake@ or who are looking for enjoyable class are schoolcraft.edu. JANUARY 23, 2007 11 12 SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 Arts & Entertainment An unfortunate Dining Homework series of events

FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH

BY JOHN W. JACKSON ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR [email protected] Where should our priorities lie? didn’t particularly pay attention to the news coverage of Saddam Hussein’s I trial or that leading to his execution. The emphasis on death in his crimes and ultimately in his fate killed my interest. Per- Alternate haps it was the lack of mystery: he was guilty; everyone knows he committed horrendous crimes, thus he was bound to pay a price. LittleLittle ItalyItaly Frequencies What’s the point of following a story when you already know the ending? Photos by Mark Kassa Little Italy Italian Ristorante inhabits an over-a-century old Victorian house in downtown Northville. After he was executed, however, I started getting interested— that is, in people’s reac- RATING SCALE and walls. The service staffs’ tuxedo shirts lovely Minestrone’s bold, traditional, yet tions to the event. I was caught off guard and bow ties are fitting for the traditional light fare warms and enhances the pane. at how many individuals around me were allure. The fashionable old-world feel is so The appetizers and desserts are the pleased with the event of an execution. 4 1/2 OUT OF 7 CROISSANTS attractive that it disguises an exorbitantly strongest parts of the menu based on qual- Granted, Hussein was responsible for appall- priced menu. ity. The Valentes’ taste for tender, flavor- ing acts, and perhaps if death is the ultimate BY MARK KASSA Little Italy offers extravagant cuisine ful Calamari is thoroughly revealed in the justice for such acts, then he got what was CULINARY GUEST WRITER options. The handsome variety goes well Shrimp & Calamari antipasti. The most befitting to him. That being said, whether beyond the staples at this little place with sought after starter remains the Spiedini execution is just or not, it is still execution. ppropriately set in the luxuri- a ‘Big’ kitchen. It offers approximately Romana of layered bread and mozzarella There is life being ended. ous, yet ever-so quaint city of thirty dishes of pasta, fifteen veal, lamb with lemon butter, artichokes and olives. I fail to understand how such an unfortu- ANorthville is Little Italy Ris- and beef, ten fish and seafood, ten chicken, As for the house-made traditional Italian nate series of events, such as murder, can be torante. Like its residing city, the presence and three eggplant. The selection will be sweets, they are savored for hours beyond justified via murder, bringing about a pleased of character is an understatement for this sure to accommodate even the most refined the last bite. The Tiramisu and Canoli Northern Italian palates. As for restaurant could leave the most stubborn for sweets reaction from anyone. If two wrongs don’t charming Italian restaurant. It inhabits an goers with simple Italian cuisine needs, the person in state of satiety. make a right, how does an execution acclaim over-a-century old Victorian house, located extensive menu deters full enjoyment in the The superior flavor profiling ability of praise? downtown, adjacent to its own gourmet fashionable scene. the same family who started Maria’s in I’m not necessarily against the death Italian market. In the evening, the restaurant offers free Determining an Italian restaurant’s worth West Bloomfield is also evident in the ex- penalty, nor am I against the fate that befell lies in appreciating its core menu items tensive hand-selected wine list. Al Valante’s Hussein. I am, however, against celebration valet parking. Such an amenity is rare in Michigan; a patron gains an instant sense including the bread (pane). In Italy, the son, Jeff Jepko and nephew, John Gal- for such an occurrence, especially when such of importance even prior to absorbing the pane is an imperative. Staunch Italians will lagher, are living up to high expectations deplorable events had to occur for such a illustrious ambiance. not eat their pasta without it. With the with the family’s second restaurant venture, justice to be required. With the Bacchus bar connected to the quality of bread weighed so heavily as a res- Little Italy. President Bush’s comments in the media restaurant, offering similar cuisine menu taurant indicator, it is impressive that even Since opening their doors in 1988, expressing his wish that Hussein’s execution items, it is possible to be seated without a while served cold, the Olive, Italian-style they’ve added the Bacchus bar and the out- had been more “dignified” made me ques- reservation. However, during peak dinner baguette, still commands attention. door patio seating. The family has endured tion, all the more, just how warped our per- hours a reservation is imperative to avoid a The complimentary relish tray comprised a valuable learning curve. They understand ception of death really is. Where exactly is lengthy wait for a table. of Mediterranean olives, carrots, celery, the importance of delivering casual dining dignity’s place in an execution? Where is dig- A superb date location, outstanding radishes and eggplant relish ameliorates with impeccable service. nity’s place in death for that matter? To think ornamental detail pervades the ceilings the other breads’ flavors. In addition, the Restaurants can become soft and compla- death can have any element of dignity baffles cent upon reaching a level of success. Little me. Dignity is in life, not death. Italy strives to combat this phenomenon. We, the human race, have been killing According to co-owner, John Gallagher, each other off for as long as we’ve been “We keep up our high level of service by around. Whether rationalizing our actions always having one of the owners in-house.” in the name of land, food, resources, religion If it is not a special occasion or you are or justice, we continue to attempt to solve not an avid restaurant enthusiast with disposable income, it might be prudent our problems through death, violence and to soak in the intimate Italian feel of war with those that we feel stand in our way. Northville’s Little Italy with a few apps, a When are we, as a whole, going to go reach a glass of wine, and dessert accompanied by point where life is more important than what Cappuccino. As for the rest of the Italian we’re giving it up for? experience, the real little Italy, Villa Italia in Windsor, Canada will do greater justice to the complex yet traditional Italian cuisine. WHAT’S YOUR SIGN? Bio: Mark Kassa, guest columnist, is a culinary student at Schoolcraft with CHECK OUT YOUR extensive food and beverage experience in HOROSCOPE ON the grocery and restaurant industries. Kassa graduated from Michigan State University PAGE 20 Patrons of Little Italy, Andrew and Jenny, share Tiramisu together. in 2002. SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 13

ART drivers on hand to drive intoxicated patrons home in their own car. OUR BODY Envy is located at 234 W Larned For anyone who has ever wondered Street in Detroit and can be reached what we really look like under our Compiled by Lauren Nadeau • Staff Writer at (313) 962-3689. skin, the Detroit Science Center Entertainment offers the chance to see muscles, THEATER & bones, blood vessels and all the Improv Inferno hosts The Catfight, former Metallica bassist Jason other tissues at work inside our an improv tournament featuring Newsted and former Guns-N’ Roses CIRQUE DU SOLEIL bodies. The exhibit, which found its two local groups in a comedy death guitarist Gilby Clark will be joined In its first-ever live arena event, way onto the film “Casino Royale,” match. The winner is determined by the winner of their reality series Cirque du Soleil presents Delirium, features 20 bodies and 135 various by the audience and will face off Rockstar: Supernova. an awe-inspiring mix of music, other displays that elegantly against a new opponent the next Tickets are on sale now at www. dance and theater. Delirium prom- present an unbridled look at the week. All shows are 21 and up and olympiaentertainment.com, Fox ises to take the viewer to “a uni- creature that has intrigued artists tickets can be purchased at the Theatre and Joe Louis Arena box verse of delirious sensory folly.” The since prehistoric times: the human. venue’s website www.improvin- offices, Hockeytown Authentics in urban tribal beat will, for the first ferno.com. time, be accompanied by English This mesh of science and art is not Troy, all Ticketmaster locations or lyrics rather than an invented lan- for the faint of heart and is not The Improv Inferno is located at by phone at (248) 433-1515. guage, which brings a whole new recommended for small children. 102 S First Street in Ann Arbor. For dimension of poetic expression to Tickets are $24.95 for adults, $22.95 more information call (734) 214- NIGHTLIFE 7080. the already breathtaking spectacle. for seniors and $19.95 for children. D.U.I. Fridays The exhibit runs through May 28 at The troupe will be performing Jan. the Detroit Science Center, which MUSIC Friday nights at the upscale night- 24-27 at 8 p.m. at The Palace of club Envy in downtown Detroit is Auburn Hills. Tickets are on sale at is located at 5020 John R Street in SUPERNOVA Detroit. home to the ever-popular D.U.I.— www.palacenet.com, The Palace Box On Feb. 5, the most talked about Dancing Under the Influence— Offices and all Ticketmaster loca- COMEDY new band is making a stop at the Fridays. If you take a cab, Envy tions for $112.50, $72 and $39.50. Fox Theatre as part of its 27-city will reimburse you with ‘Envy THE CATFIGHT concert tour across North America. Dollars’ that you can spend at the Every Thursday night at 8 p.m., the Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee, club. There will also be designated A CHANGE OF Exploding out of Peoria Arizona, sharp yet supple sound, redefining a PACE the sophomore release, “Prepare the new dimension of alternative music. masses” sprints into a joyous, Cartel 4 out of 5 stars “Prepare the like, confident album that delivers Masses” flickering tracks and palpitating Bottom Line: Why haven’t you Alternate Genre: euphoria, while also managing to bought this album? Alternative/Punk slide frictionless between main- Also try: The Red Jumpsuit Frequencies Rock stream musical genres. Coarse 80s Apparatus, The Sunstreak, The Band Members: rock tempos, slightly synthed, ‘sweet Audition, Last Winter. TUNING THE RADIO ACROSS without the sour’ vocals and trendy Torry Jasper: Vocals/Guitar THE ENTIRE SPECTRUM clap on, clap off guitars creates a Jonathan Kelly: Drums BY ANDY BROWN wonderful cohesive contrast. The STAFF WRITER Johnny Abdullah: Bass/Vocals foursome managed to concoct a Adam Rodgers: Lead Guitar See Alternate Frequencies PAGE 14 Taking folk music out CEUs offered! of the coffeehouse Schoolcraft College unemployment and living in the bedroom Professional Development Opportunities

of a friend’s apartment, he decided to give  songwriting an honest try. Pre-registration forms available at “Faculty Professional Development Day,” January 12. Since he did not own a guitar, it seemed embarking on music would have to be taken slowly. Gold committed to his craft Critical Thinking and proceeded to teach himself to play dur- ing numerous visits to a local Guitar Center store. In the early stages, he battled with across all the himself to find a genre of music he enjoyed. disciplines Taking influence from the artists he listened Premiere Presentation Encore Presentation to, Gold began writing in the styles of such Tuesday, January 23, 2007 Wednesday, January 24, 2007 artists as Dashboard Confessional and John 1:00–3:00pm • LA200 8:00–10:00am • LA200 Mayer. After listening to some of the mate- rial he had written early on, Gold began to question his direction. He decided to clear his mind of outside influence and took six m week away from listening to any type of Tea music, besides his own, in order to write without distraction. Incorporating uilding Following this vacation from other B music, Gold emerged as a self proclaimed Local artist to join “folk rock singer/songwriter.” His songs are roup in the Classroom four-state tour inspired by poetry and draw mostly from Work his own experiences. In Nov. of 2006, he & BY KEVIN HARTLY STAFF WRITER released “Pancakes For Dinner,” a six song Premiere Presentation Encore Presentation EP recorded at Rock City Studios in Ann information. Kheder at [email protected] for more Contact Niran G Tuesday, February 20, 2007 Wednesday, February 21, 2007 When mentioning folk music, most Arbor. This album showed Gold’s versatil-  imagine a coffeehouse filled with long ity with songs ranging from the catchy 1:00–3:00pm • LA200 9:00–11:00am • LA200 haired hippies singing about how the folk/pop song “Push” to the inspirational government is the worst thing to happen to “Finding My Voice.” this country. However, after hearing twenty Gold will be participating in an acoustic typ•i•cal (tĭp′ ĭ-kəl) adj. 1. Exhibiting two-year-old Ann Arbor singer/songwriter showcase on Feb. 1 at the Token Lounge the qualities, traits, or characteristics that Justin Gold, fans of this hazy genre might in Westland. The show starts at 8pm and Who is the typical identify a kind, class, group, or category. have a different impression. cover is $7. Also, on June 1, he will be join- Gold grew up in a family where music ing a four-state tour of underground folk and art constantly surrounded him. His musicians. They will be playing shows and Schoolcraft College Student? childhood was saturated with dancers, art- traveling throughout Pennsylvania, Indiana, Premiere Presentation Encore Presentation ists, poets and musicians. However, it wasn’t Illinois and Ohio. Immediately following until Gold hit a low point in his life that he Tuesday, March 20, 2007 Wednesday, March 21, 2007 found his place in the musical world. While 1:00–3:00pm • LA200 9:00–11:00am • LA200 struggling through an extended period of See Gold PAGE 14 14 SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 ‘Freedom Writers’ kicks off a new year in film LA Riots, the students’ contempt for their life is still very pertinent to today’s society Swank not enough to teacher, as well as each other, is racially mo- and the film does a commendable job of redeem unoriginal tivated and deeply rooted in their everyday giving that perspective through individual concept lives. students’ stories. Finding resistance to common teaching That being said, the theme is one that Henry’s would like to BY JOHN W. JACKSON ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR techniques and resources, Gruwell begins has been seen many times before. Notably, to search for ways to build a connection to “Dangerous Minds,” released in 1995 and riter and and between her students. Through reading starring Michelle Pfeiffer, contains a very director the “Diary of Anne Frank,” studying the similar plot involving a white female teacher Richard La- offer you dinner just like holocaust and writing in personal journals, bringing together a divided and troubled Gravenese brings the true the students begin to realize they’re not as classroom. “Freedom Writers” doesn’t offer lifeW story of high school different as they once thought. much to viewers who have already seen English teacher Erin Gru- Due to school budget restrictions, Gru- “Dangerous Minds” besides a fresh cast and well to the big screen in the well takes up two extra jobs to help finance a difference in minute details. mommom usedused toto make!make! new drama “Freedom Writ- new books and field trips for her students Despite the unoriginality of the film ers.” Starring two-time while also trying to balance her marriage to itself, Swank’s performance is strong and Academy Award winning Scott, played by Patrick Dempsey (“Grey’s helps make the most of the situation. actress Hilary Swank Anatomy,” “Can’t Buy Me Love”). The Newcomer April Hernandez also stands out ���������������������������������������������������������������� (“Boys Don’t Cry,” stress and hectic schedule ultimately causes in her role as Eva, one of Gruwell’s students “Million Dollar Baby”) her to choose between her personal and pro- who is a key focus throughout the film. ������������������������������������������������������������ as Gruwell, the film fessional lives. Dealing with racist and gang related issues, follows her dedicated Just as the formerly divided classroom like her peers, Eva manages to find hope in attempts at bringing a begins to turn into a friendly environment the classroom. racially divided class- where the students not only respect their In its entirety, the film ironically is unable room together. teacher, but each other as well, Gruwell is to convey a unique individual in an original Set in 94’ Long met with opposition from the school due to light due to rehashing an already seen plot Beach, Calif., Gruwell is her unique teaching procedures, sparking a and failing to make it its own. “Freedom initially met with disre- battle between herself and her superiors. Writers” does present a recipe for success; spect and hostility from her Though the film is set in the mid 90’s, however, it’s a recipe that has already been students. Two years post the the message of racism and tough urban served. ������������������������������������������������������ ‘A Madman Dreams of Turing Machines’ explores brilliance and madness Levin crafts an death of Alan Turing and Kurt Gödel, two those truths hide. He is considered one of pave the way for modern advances, how- of the most significant minds of the twenti- the greatest logicians of his day; however, ever, it is their inevitable demise that proves insightful first novel eth century who unknowingly lived parallel he suffers from paranoia and delusion. to be more interesting. After being admit- lives, both of which ended with suicide. Throughout his entire life, he has been con- ted to a mental institution, Gödel eventu- BY TRAVIS GRAND MANAGING EDITOR The narrator, who remains anonymous vinced that conspirators are out to get him, ally starves himself for fear that his food is except for her gender and occupation (sci- poisoning his food and air. being poisoned. As for Turing, because of From the author of the popular science entist), begins her tale in Vienna, Austria, On the other hand, over at Cambridge his naivety toward his own homosexual- book “How the Universe Got Its Spots: during the year of 1931. The setting is University, Turing is an eccentric outcast. ity, he is sentenced to hormonal castration, Diary of a Finite Time in a Finite Space,” a quaint café where intellectuals gather His personal hygiene is lacking and his which then causes him to intentionally eat a astrophysicist Janna Levin proves that she can around to deduce the truth of the world. hobbies include burying pieces of silver in cyanide-laced apple. ���������������������������������������������� write fiction just as well as she can scientific Sitting at a small round table, amongst his the woods. He is best known for breaking From cover to cover, “A Madman Dreams essays with the release of her first novel titled academic cronies, is Gödel. the Enigma Code during World War II, of Turing Machines” combines a wonderful ��������������������� “A Madman Dreams of Turing Machines.” Best known for his two “incompleteness but among scientists, he’s best known for blend of fact and fiction that makes for a Exploring the dichotomy between bril- theorems,” Gödel believes that some truths pure mathematical discoveries inspired by thoroughly riveting story. Levin has success- liance and madness, “A Madman Dreams live outside of logic and that humans will Gödel’s greatest work. fully crafted a novel that is both educational ������� of Turing Machines” examines the life and never be advanced enough to get to where Together, both Turing and Gödel help and thought-provoking. ��������������������� maturing, Nelly Furtado unfurls a Alternate Frequencies continued from PAGE 13 new sound with her aptly named “ ” album, “Loose.” Furtado loosens CRAIG Genre: Rap Jasen Rauch – Guitar up her wings a bit and shows off a little personality. Influenced by hip MORGAN Jim Jones emerged from the Hayden Lamb – Drums ambiguous rap ghetto through hop producer Timabland, “Loose” is The five front man group delivers a “A Little Bit of his club crawling single “We Fly saturated with luscious bass tempos beautiful duality of rough and poetic ������������������ Life” High,” and from his newest release, that provide a backbone for seduc- rock along with a surplus of audible Genre: Country “Hustler’s P.O.M.E (Product of My tive beats and hip teasing lyrics. influences. Imagine panicked violins Environment).” With 20 tracks Furtado also maintains her petite ���������������������� “A Little Bit of alongside Trust Company vocals on caked in slow murky bass, each innocence she established in previ- Life” puts up a respectable shootout tracks engineered by the child of track is oozed over like an overcast ous releases. Songs like “In Gods against the ‘let loose’ pop country Chevelle and Evans Blue. In pres- shadow, making the ride quite bland. Hands” and “Wait for You,” accentu- ��������������� tenors who have lassoed most of the surized rock metal fashion, “End of Dense, blade sharpening tracks ate a blasé stereotype and fails to airtime on radio frequencies. With Silence” belts fierce overwrought like “Pin The Tail,” “Pour” and “So break her from the role. These calm, heart soothing remedies and soulful melodies that send shards of mourn- Harlem” are perfect prerequisites for tepid tracks, nevertheless, are unfor- lyrics, “A Little Bit of Country” ful anguish into climaxing guitars. Jone’s hidden gem “Get it Poppin.” tunately needed to introduce old fans converges into a rustic poise that Orchestrated strings and crescendo Combined with weak winded lyrics, to her new direction. true countrymen are sure to love. vocals heighten the bands most “Hustler’s” produces a banter that 3 out of 5 stars Supported by wind blown violins, elegant track “Pieces,” into an ear- will divorce many listeners from Morgan’s classic baritone vocals con- soothing journey along a jet stream Bottom Line: Stand alone pop dance their mp3 players. tinue to mentor a Nashville charm of tenderness. “End of Silence” has tunes are definitely worth the down- any 10-gallon solider could relax 2 out of 5 stars enough fire and brimstone to keep load, but not the entire album. to. Overall, “A little Bit of Life” is a Bottom Line: “Hustler’s” only hope the coals hot, while surprising listen- Also try: Justin Timberlake, Ciara mixture of melodies that gently push for survival is to be rediscovered by ers with bursts of cool air. contemporary country boundaries. It the rap savior known as the remix. 4 out of 5 stars is still a solid composure of respect- able tracks. Also Try: 2 Pac, Notorious BIG, NAS, Bottom Line: A rock remedy to stand “GOLD” ���������� Trick Daddy up against the big guns, yet nimble 3.5 out of 5 stars continued from PAGE 13 enough to capture hearts with unex- Bottom Line: Proud American sweet- pected grace. RED this tour’s conclusion, Gold plans to con- heart anthems provide a gentle ride Also try: Nonpoint, 12 Stones, tinue traveling the country and “playing for into the sunset “End of Silence” Plusminus X, Trapt, Breaking ���������������������� Also try: Trace Lawrence, Rodney gas,” as he referred to it. Genre: Modern Benjamin Gold has a show in the works for the final Atkins Rock NELLY days of May before he leaves for his tour. ������������������������ JIM JONES This party will serve as a going away event FURTADO as well as a CD release party for his debut Band Members: “Hustler’s full length album “The Scenic Route.” Look Anthony Armstrong – Guitar “Loose” FREE FOOD�� P.O.M.E for details of this show and other upcoming (Product of My Randy Armstrong – Bass/Piano Genre: Pop news about Justin on his Myspace at http:// Environment)” Michael Barnes – Lead vocals In a provocative www.myspace.com/fallingstandingup. JANUARY 23, 2007 15 Henry’s would like to offer you dinner just like mommom usedused toto make!make! ���������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������

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With a record of NAUSEATING 6-0 in their confer- RANTS FROM ence and 13-2 over- all at press date, the THE CHEAP women’s basketball SEATS team is cutting WOMEN’S through the com- BY JOHN PARSELL BASKETBALL petition with fierce SPORTS EDITOR power, remaining neck and neck with [email protected] Mott Community College for the first place spot. very year, a sense of hope over- The two powerhouses will face-off against comes the citizens of Detroit. You each other on Jan. 31 here at Schoolcraft Ecan hear us chanting it, silently, in a game that will determine who the real under our breaths, carefully, as to not let Goliath is. anyone hear. “We’ve had some big games recently,” says “This is the year.” head coach Karen Lafata. “Some of our big- It could be a change of color in their cloth- gest games are coming up.” ing, a change of leadership or even some At press date, both the Bears and the fresh young anticipated faces that causes this Ocelots are 6-0 in their conference. While inevitable chant. SC has a better overall record (13-2 to But year after year in Detroit, after all Mott’s 13-3) they are tied for the number these changes, after all this hope, all of our one spot in the Eastern Conference. chants and wishful thinking, one thing will “This is going to be a huge game for us,” hold true for football fans. says guard Brittney Ivey. “We have been working hard in practice and are building a The Detroit Lions will still suck. stronger defense.” It will come as no surprise to anyone. We The team has been preparing for the will all be prepared for it, and will half expect game, working on staying focused and im- it to happen. And as they lose their first two proving consistency, according to Lafata. games by an enormous deficit, we will start a “We’re stressing the defensive end of the new chant. game and little things really, fundamentals,” “It could still happen.” says Lafata. “We definitely have the talent, But it never does. Our beloved Detroit hopefully we’ll stay healthy and hungry; I Lions keep losing, game after game, Sunday think those are the two keys. Do the kids after Sunday. Sure, we will win a few games really want it, and will we stay healthy?” here and there, but nothing that will halt us The Ocelots faced off against Wayne from speaking our final chant, which is too County Community College on Monday, vulgar to put in writing. Jan. 8 in a battle that ended as another Every year it’s something new. We tried sweet victory for the women. new black jersey’s for the 2005 season. They “We played a pretty good game,” says got a great reaction from the players, Wide Lafata. “We put them away early.” Receiver Roy Williams said, “The new digs The game ended with a score of 76-45, are great,” and when Kevin Jones was asked excelling the team to a 12-2 overall record. Photos by Rena Laverty which game specifically he would like to On Saturday, Jan. 6, the Ocelots crushed Freshman forward Antoinette Brown takes a shot to the net against wear the new uniforms in, he replied, “The Henry Ford Community College in a one- the Henry Ford Hawks. Brown finished the game with 19 points. Super Bowl.” sided battle that did not favor the Hawks. first half, the Ocelots outscored HFCC 36- They went 5-11 that year. Leading 17-16 with 12:21 to play in the “We have a 7-0 record (in the conference) 8 to take a 53-24 lead at halftime. We have tried our luck with new coaches. and we’re trying to keep it up,” says guard The women blasted into the second half In fact, since Bobby Ross left in 2000 we’ve LaDwan Jones. “We work on getting better with a 13-0 run, giving them a 66-24 lead had five different coaches. For those of you every day.” with 16:24 remaining in the game, leaving Lafata states that the bench has really that aren’t good with numbers, that averages the Hawks with no chance for a comeback. to about a new coach every year. stepped up this year, and is a large reason The game ended 100-50. that the team is doing so well. Still no luck, as our record since 2000 is a Forwards Janelle Harris and Antoinette “Shana King, Adrena Walker, Lawan pathetic 33-79. Brown were the scoring leaders, each Jones, these girls are coming off the bench And after countless hopeful draft picks with 19 points. Harris pulled in 11 re- and contributing, so we’re starting to come (Joey Harrington and Charles Rogers just to bounds and had four assists while Brown around,” says Lafata. “That’s what seasons name a couple) that didn’t pan out exactly grabbed 15 rebounds and had two assists. are for, hopefully people keep stepping up how we wanted, fans have to be wondering Lafata says that while Henry Ford might and develop their roles and contribute what what we have to do to win games. not have been the best opponent (they are they need to contribute.” The answer is simple. Get rid of Matt currently winless) the women still played Millen. very well. After ending the 2000-01 season with a “Sometimes when you play a team with WOMEN’S BASKETBALL decent record of 9-7, owner Willam Clay less skill, you win, but you don’t play well,” HOME GAMES she says. Ford Sr. hired Millen, who had no business 1/24 ALPENA experience or any experience in running a Captain Ashley Sibbey put up 13 points football team, as president and CEO of foot- and grabbed five rebounds while freshman 5:30PM ball operations. guard Brittney Ivey scooped up 11 points The rest is history. and had 10 assists. 1/31 MOTT The Lions went the entire 2001, 2002 The women faced off against Alpena Community College on Wednesday, Dec. 5:30PM and 2003 seasons without a road victory, the 20, 2006, in a match up that did not fare longest streak in NFL history. well for the Lumberjacks. Despite Millen’s poor leadership, the Lions 2/3 HENRY “We are working very well as a team right have the NFL’s worst winning percentage 23- FORD now,” says forward Jannelle Harris. “We are 1:00PM 73, he received a five year extension to his Schoolcraft forward Janelle very dedicated and committed, and we’re contract at the start of the 2005 season. Harris (10) pushes past a Henry playing Schoolcraft basketball.” The hardest thing for fans to cope with Ford player and scores a basket. The women defeated Alpena by a score of 2/10 DELTA Harris had 19 points and 11 83-49, adding the Lumberjacks to their 1:00PM See Parsell PAGE 18 rebounds in the 100-50 win. growing list of victims. SCHOOLCRAFT CONNECTION JANUARY 23, 2007 17 Soccer coach says goodbye wanted to,” Tolstedt told the Observer. “I recruit,” says Fox. “Student recruitment is game his way, Tolstedt’s legacy just turned 60 and I thought it was time to very important, especially in our district and it worked will not be forgotten spend more time with the people I love.” where we have a lot of good women soccer very well.” Tolstedt is married and has seven children players.” DeRoo says BY JOHN PARSELL and three grandchildren. Fox also says it is important to the pro- that Tolstedt SPORTS EDITOR Athletic Director Sidney Fox says that gram to choose someone with experience will help pick Tolstedt’s carrer as a soccer coach showcased as a head coach; Tolstedt will help with the a new coach After a 10 year a lot of good soccer players. transition. that isn’t just reign and a 174-29- “I think he was exceptionally well orga- As head coach, Tolstedt was responsible good, but 20 record as head nized, had good communication skills with for producing 34 All-Americans, the most good by his coach of the women’s his team, was a very good role model for his recent being Sarah Davies and Stephanie standards. soccer team, Bill student athletes and he knew what it took Squires, who were selected to the 2006 Na- The Tolstedt has stepped to be very competitive,” says Fox. “He just tional Junior College Athletic Association women’s soc- WOMEN’S down to make room told me that he discussed it with his wife Division 1 Women’s All-America Team. cer team was SOCCER for another love in and would like to spend more time with the Lauren DeRoo, a sweeper on the women’s 16-2-2 last year. Bill Tolstedt his life. family.” soccer team last year, says that Tolstedt had After winning His Family. Interviews for a new head coach took a great way of making his players see the both district “I was not spend- place during the week of Jan.15-19. A game his way and was understanding with and regional titles, they went to the Na- ing time with my decision on a new leader for the team is everyone. tional Tournament ranked #3, where they grandchildren that I wanted to, not spend- expected to be made soon. “Coach had a lot of heart for the game,” lost against Monroe Community College. ing time with my family and friends that I “We are looking for someone who can says DeRoo. “He taught us how to play the Men give one up after winning three straight utes left in the game, they blew up, taking Monarchs take it in the game into overtime. overtime The final score was 84-78. “You can tell we were tired,” says John- BY JOHN PARSELL son. “We stopped attacking towards the last SPORTS EDITOR six or seven minutes in the game.” Head coach Mike Brown says that the team is still adjusting and is showing great The men’s strides in improving. basketball team has “Every game that we play, it’s almost like managed to hold we do just enough to win or lose a close a winning record, game as opposed to playing on the level that while working not we’re capable of playing,” says Brown. “Out MEN’S only to build a team of the seven games that we have lost this BASKETBALL for this year, but for season, none of them have been by more upcoming years as than five points; most of the games are one well. or two point losses. We’re 20 points away “We’re working from being 16-0.” hard at recruiting and taking the next step,” On Wednesday, Jan. 10, the Ocelots says assistant coach Byron Johnson. “It’s dominated Delta College (1-16) by a score high school basketball season right now.” of 101-76. Sophomore Jon Yeazel topped Many college coaches have been turning the scoring with 25 points. to local high schools, looking for talented “Jon really stepped up (tonight),” says players to fill their rosters next season. Johnson. “We’ve had a lot of players step- While the coaches of the men’s team are ping up. It seems like every game it’s a keeping next year in mind, they have not different guy.” forgotten that there are still quite a few The Ocelots defeated Wayne County games left to play this year. Community College on Monday, Jan. 8, “We have been working on our defense taking their record to 7-7. for the last three weeks,” says Johnson. “We “Our team has played extremely well in are definitely improving.” spurts,” says Brown. “Right now we are try- At press date, the Ocelots hold a 9-7 ing to do some things to develop consis- record overall and 4-3 in their conference, tency.” putting them in fourth place. Brown says that he is still very optimistic After winning three straight games, the about the potential of his team and the pos- Ocelots suffered a loss to Macomb Com- sibilities for the season. munity College on Saturday, Jan. 13. While The men’s next game is on Jan. 24 against the men came out strong, finishing the first Alpena Community College, who at press half with a commanding lead, the Monarchs date have an 8-8 record. took advantage of the Ocelots’ fatigue. “We played a lot of basketball in the last two weeks,” says Johnson. “We played Photos by Kevin Leib about seven games in the last 10 days and it ABOVE: showed tonight.” Schoolcraft freshmen guard The Monarchs trailed for the majority of Jerome Hutchins flies past a the second half; however, with seven min- Macomb defender to score a layup. MEN’S BASKETBALL LEFT: HOME GAMES Sophomore guard Korey Spates drives the ball down the court 1/24 ALPENA while fending off a Macomb player. Schoolcraft suffered a 7:30PM loss to the Monarchs, 84-78.

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OHL’s West Division with a record of 28-11-1-2, good for 59 points, two points up on Sarnia (26-12-2-3), who lost, 4-3, BOLL REDUX: to Saginaw on Saturday. The Whalers have shown excellence balance this season, going 14-4-0-2 at home at the Compuware Sports Beats up on Kellogg Whalers continue to roll in Arena and 14-7-0-1 on the road. Windsor is now 13-25-1-1. Boll now has 18 goals on the season. 7-2 victory over Windsor Steve Ward (11th), Ryan McGinnis (3rd), Dan Collins (14th), Wes Cunningham (2nd) and Sean O’Connor (10th and sec- ond as in many games with Plymouth) all added single goals in the victory. Windsor got third-period goals from Brad Snetsinger (12th) and John Kurtz (first OHL goal). Plymouth led 2-0 after twenty minutes and 4-0 after two periods. Boll started the scoring at 3:35 of the first period, capping good Plymouth pres- sure and then he snapped a hard shot from the right faceoff dot underneath the bar past Windsor goaltender Andrew Eng- leage. Ward scored on a power play at 6:25 when his hard shot from the high slot beat Engleage. Plymouth pulled away in the second period with two short handed goals. McGinnis made it 3-0 at 5:35 of the period with a solo rush through neutral territory, cutting right wing to the left hash mark in the Windsor zone and beating Engleage with a hard shot. Collins scored at 18:59 when he took a good hand-manning pass from McGinnis out of the Plymouth zone, skated to the top of the right circle of the Windsor zone and beat Engleage with a shot under the cross bar. Boll (power play at 4:30), Cunningham (11:25) and O’Connor (13:44 closed Photo by Rena Laverty out the scoring for Plymouth in the third Plymouth Whaler right wing Jared Boll slaps a shot past Windsor goaltender period. Plymouth outshot Windsor, 38-30. Andrew Engleage. Boll scored two goals and was named the game’s first star in a WHALERS UPCOMING 7-2 victory over the visiting Spitfires. HOME SCHEDULE: For the second straight game, Plymouth outh won, 7-2, this time against Windsor Boll also scored two goals Friday night as Friday, Jan. 26 vs Ottawa Whalers right wing Jared Boll scored two in an Ontario Hockey League game played the game’s first star in Plymouth’s 7-2 vic- Sat., Jan. 27 vs Sault St. Marie goals and was named the game’s first star. Saturday night before 2,891 at the Compu- tory over Saginaw at the Dow Event Center. All Home games start at 7:05 p.m. at And for the second straight game, Plym- ware Sports Arena. Plymouth remains in first place in the Compuware Sports Arena

I think it’s time we stop supporting Millen and his run as the leader of our football team. “PARSELL” Whether it be boycotting games or writing continued from PAGE 16 to the organization, the point needs to be emphasized. is the fact that they know that Millen is the One thing is for sure, while I do have an problem, and Ford doesn’t seem to care. affinity for the Lions, the fact that our base- Maybe it’s because fans keep going to the ball team (who was the worst team in base- games despite their teams losing record, or ball in 2003) was in the World Series last year maybe Millen has some dirt on Ford. makes me embarrassed to be a Lions fan. Either way it’s an embarrassing situation Oh well, Go Tigers I guess. for all parties involved, especially the players and most importantly, the fans. JANUARY 23, 2007 19

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he Schoolcraft Women’s Basketball team picked up where they left off last season. With Ta 15-2 record as of Jan. 17, the Ocelots are ranked fourth in the nation in Division II Junior Colleges by the National Junior College Athletic Association polls. The ladies are making a run for the National Championship and are currently undefeated with an 8-0 record in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association.

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