Governors State University OPUS Open Portal to University Scholarship
Phoenix Student Newspapers
10-17-2007 Phoenix, 2007-10-17 Student Life
Follow this and additional works at: http://opus.govst.edu/phoenix
Recommended Citation Governors State University Student Life, Phoenix (2007, October 17). http://opus.govst.edu/phoenix/53
This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Student Newspapers at OPUS Open Portal to University Scholarship. It has been accepted for inclusion in Phoenix by an authorized administrator of OPUS Open Portal to University Scholarship. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Students out to 'Scoop' the Images of Fall Osmonds' Concert Re\Jie media Page 3 Page 4 Page 7
Faculty and Students to Campaign for E & F Funds
By Steve Schering Governors State is the only public university in the south suburbs, and Edifor the ·science labs in the E and F wing are outdated and badly in need of reno vation. In GSU President Dr. Maimon's Convocation speech earlier this trimester "Over the years GSU faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences, as well she urged all associated with the university to write Springfield and help get as faculty in the College of Health Professions, have been nothing short of the funds needed to renovate theE and F wings. heroic in their efforts to offer a quality education in increasingly obsolete facili Now Eric Martin, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, has begun ties," Martin said. "As a result, GSU's graduates have been extremely compet the faculty campaign to write letters to Governor Rod Blagojevich in hopes of itive in the workplace, but as my letter says; they deserve better." getting the funds released. The campaign is not only open to College of Arts and Science and The campaign's theme is 'GSU Students Deserve Better.' The funds, Health Profession faculty, but all faculty members at GSU. Student Senate $14.5 million, were approved in 2003, but have yet to be released. President Rosa Moran is heading a student campaign and flyers will soon be "Faculty members in the College of Arts and Sciences are pleased to be up on campus encouraging students to join in. invited to write the governor regarding theE and F renovation," said Martin. "This quick response is very gratifying and I want to thank President "Many believe we have suffered in silence for far too long and that this effort Maimon for encouraging us to speak out," said Martin. is important for stating our case directly to Governor Blagojevich." Student Suggestions Lead to Book Advance Increase
By Steve Schering Throughout the sessions and the 'Why Not?' Editor campaign the university has received several suggestions of having classes early in the Governors State University President morning before students go to work, or at vari Elaine Maim on has made herself very accessi ous times of the day. The university plans to ble to students at the university. survey students in the future regarding class Maimon has met with students and treated scheduling. them to pop and pizza as part of her 'Chat The 'Why Not?' campaign has also proven with the President' meetings in the cafeteria to be an early success. Students can now voice annex. The final chat took place October 9. their opinions directly to administrators The students were free to grab a micro through the website and get answers to their phone to express opinions and ask questions questions or suggestions. to Maimon during the hour-long event. "The Why Not? Campaign is off to a great Students at the session voiced concern that start," said Maimon. "We have received over the current book advances, $300, are too low 200 constructive suggestions. We have been considering how textbook costs have risen able to act on some of them right away. Others greatly throughout the years. Maimon and her are being distributed to the appropriate people Executive Vice-President Gebeyehu Ejigu for response. decided that beginning in the Winter '08 "Please keep the suggestions coming and trimester that book advances will be raised to watch GSU View for regular reports on $700. old, is not being renovated, but replaced changes made as a result of your participa The D wing elevator was brought up, as entirely. The contractor is to finish the job by tion." students wanted to know why it was taking so November. The GSU View newsletter is available on long to repair. The elevator,.. at over 30 years- Class scheduling also was a hot topic. all student e-mail accounts. ======~~======YOJRCAMPUS
GSU Gets Involved on National Depression Screening Day
The exam itself takes no longer than 10 min utes. Dr. Helm has been interested in this field since she was a child and her passion has brought her here to Governors State University. There was a discussion on campus called Brown Bag Talk and the question was asked, "Could Virginia Tech happen here at GSU?" We all know the possibility exists, not just here, but at any given school at any given time. Events like that can take its toll on students mentally. National Depression Screening Day has become the single largest mental health screening in the country. The consultations are done with Dr. Helm and -.llil~:!l the rest of the counseling staff and they are ,..._NrT{ r· yi·o·····u: r' :~~~~:~!IE:&:lD~-L--~.:__..:~ii,:"-....W~.~:J already covered through your GSU counseling I Wi .iA •. •• ... ··. .' .... ) • By Cynthia Sims fees. This entitles you to 12 sessions, either single or cou- TO WRITE FOR THE STUDENT Contributing Writer ples. NEWSPAPER OF COURSE! "I always enjoy working at GSU," said Helm; who has October 11 marked the annual National Depression been with the university for five years, ''the students If you have an interest in writing, jour Screening Day, which takes place at all colleges and uni always give you appreciation for what you are trying to nalism, or design, the Phoenix has a place versities around the United States. accomplish." "National Depression Screening Day provides aware The sessions are private and confidential. Additional for you! ness to mental health issues," said licensed clinical psy information can be obtained by calling 708-235-7334. The Phoenix Student Newspaper is chologist and training supervisor Dr. Katherine Helm, PhD. looking for student contributors for the fall trimester to help in making the Phoenix s return a success. Political Polling May Miss Young Voters If you are interested, please contact the By Johnie Emma Gall cell phone users in polls could help persuade young people Phoenix office at 708-534-4517 or to vote. [email protected]. "It's the bandwagon effect," he said. "If a voter's (U-Wire)-UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.- Though one-third favorite candidate had been disenfranchised, they will be ------~ of young people may be missed by telephone surveys for less likely to vote, or they are going to vote for the next the November 2008 presidential election, a top research director said this loss probably cannot be blamed for poll best thing." . Ortiz said the substantial amount of Obama's funding ~~ deficits faced by youth favorites like Democratic candidate that comes from smaller $10 or $50 Internet donations is The Phoenix is Governors State Barack Obama. indicative of younger voters' support. University's student newspaper. It is pub Researchers for political polls use landline telephones Alex Weller, president of the Penn State College lished twice monthly during the fall and to survey voters, said Scott Keeter, director of survey Libertarians, said that by excluding cell phones, pollsters winter, and monthly during the spring/sum research at Pew Research Center; however, ignoring the are discriminating against the younger cell phone-depend- mer. growing number of people who rely solely on cell phones We welcome articles, suggestions, pho could omit a large group of voters: college students. ent generation. . . "For example, Ron Paul, who is a Republican candtdate tos, commentary, cartoons, and letters to He said the government estimates that 12 to 13 percent from Texas, is very popular on Facebook.com and the editor on issues that concern you or the of the public depends only on cell phones, and one-third of Youtube.com, but in the polls he is only showing at 2 or 3 greater GSU population. . . . people ages 18 to 29 are cell phone dependent. percent," Weller said. "Researchers need to adapt to the We reserve the right to ed1t subm1ss1ons "The typical 'cell-only' person is young, single, a renter needs of a younger generation, possibly by using text mes- for clarity, legality, and interest to our GSU and makes less than $30,000 a year," Keeter said. saging to survey people." . readership. Only 10 percent of cell-only people are actually regis Keeter said he believes cell phone users wdl eventually All submissions should be signed, and tered to vote, Keeter said, though he predicted it would be need to be included in surveys, but the practice is an include the student, faculty, or staff mem 15 percent by the 2008 presidential election - a number expensive one. ber's ID number, department, and phone too small to move the polls in either direction. "There is an airtime cost, which means we need to pro number. Keeter said many of Obama's followers are young, mean vide the phone owner with some type of payment," he ing they probably fall into the cell-only category. said. Phoenix Student Newspaper "We don't see a bias because the number of cell phone Jane Fryer (sophomore-hotel, restaurant and institution Governors State University users that actually vote tends to be so small," Keeter said. al management) said she wouldn't mind being interviewed 1 University Parkway, Rm. E1500 "Barack Obama would most likely be in the same position as long as she knew how long the survey would take. University Park, IL 60466 he is currently." "Unlike a lot of people our age, I enjoy discussing poli But Enrique Ortiz, president of the Pennsylvania State tics," she said. "I don't think politics need to be controver Editorial: University College Democrats, said he believes including 708-534-451 7 sial all the time." -or phoenix@govst .edu
Advertising: 708-534-3068 -or phoenixad@govst .edu
Editor: Steve Schering Associate Editor: HONOR. COURAGE. COMMITMENT.. John Conrad Business Manager: Jermaloe D. Turpin 3907 N. Cicero Ave.. Sylvia Mcghee Faculty Advisor: Staff Sergeaat ~IL60630 Victoria Pierce U.S. Marine Corps (1'73) 545-7855 Fax: (773) 545-7251 Contributors: CeU: (773) 858-1451 Cynthia Sims Email: maiae21~• ~Jo~t=J~~=o~v======~D(======~ Student-Run Political Site out to 'Scoop' Mainstream Media
By Abheek Bhattacharya "I have been pretty impressed by how things are In fact, reporters will also cover the oft-disparaged run," May said. Green andLibertarian Parties. (U-Wire)-The Yale Herald-Scoop08, an online student Mangino also stresses the commitment of Scoop08 "Given the size and scope of our writers, we can national publication aimed at the coverage of the 2008 reporters. report on different angles of issues that traditional Presidential elections, does not launch until next month; "What we lack in age, we can make up for by being national media outlets might overlook," Heffner said. yet it has already begun to make its mark on the politi very proactive journalists," he said. Indeed, Scoop08's potential success seems tied to its cal landscape. Scoop08's reporters are committed to their respec ability to produce something special. Last April, conservative political guru William F. tive colleges, but they feel united by the mission of con "If it doesn't bring out anything new, it will simply Buckley, DC '50, showered the initiative with praise in tributing to the national dialogue. fail," said May. his nationally syndicated column. ''This venture by stu "As a nationwide project that transcends any one Vivian Nereim, SM '09, a former news editor for the dents," he wrote, "will use the instruments that are school or college, we are eager to embrace this, and are Herald and Features Editor for Scoop08, echoes the uniquely available to the very young." interested in investing our time," Heffner said. importance of this quest for unique news. Buckley was enthusiastic about what Scoop08 means Mangino and Heffner take pride in this unconven "If someone pitches me a story that is typical of the for the nation's youth. "Young people are excited to tional and innovative form ofjournalism. The two are Times, I immediately disqualify it. We are looking move forward, and they are willing - perhaps for the disappointed with the mainstream media, and hope to for surprising and sexy stories," Nereim said. first time in a while- to care." delve deeper into the issues and candidates. To counter any impressions that Scoop08 will ven And indeed, they do care. Andrew Mangino, BR '09, ''National political reporting often follows the ture into the territory of yellow journalism, Mangino and his Scoop08 co-founder, Alexander Heffner- a horserace," Heffner said. Instead, the group claims to be underscores that "surprising and sexy" does not rule out high school senior at Phillips Academy - met while afterthe real "scoop," the truth whatever it may be. "substantive." working on Hillary Clinton's Senatorial campaign two "As students, we are closer to the textbooks, our "We will not write features about John Edwards's summers ago, and Scoop08 was conceived shortly understanding of history and politics is purer," he said. haircut," he said. thereafter. This attitude should not be mistaken for naive ideal Yet Scoop08's Director of Development Dara Lind, "Both ofus are interested in using journalism as a ism. Meghan Louttit, a senior majoring in Journalism at BK '09, raises the fact that the publication cannot tool for engagement in public affairs," Heffner said. Ohio University and one of the two Managing Editors always be completely impartial. Scoop08 consists of nearly 400 student reporters and for the online newspaper, explains that while her "Scoop08 seeks to use facts for analysis," she said. editors from across America. Each reporter is assigned a motives are idealistic, she is anything but idealistic in "Scoop08 is facts, to which a required spin is added." presidential candidate, a political issue, and sometimes her approach. The newspaper's editors refuse to discuss the actual even a unique concept such as Ethics, Strategy, Rhetoric "I am interested in giving people, especially the stories that they will publish starting next month, but or Political Theory. youth, a reason to care about politics," she said. "But they insist that new angles for stories will indeed by Grant May, SY '1 0, who joined Scoop08 as the our reporters are already seeing real world politics present. Republican Candidate Editor, said that this degree of upfront, and fighting real world battles as they go about "It is ridiculous to think that everything worth cover specificity ensures quality and allows the team's 20- their job," she said, molding them into tough political ing is already covered by the likes of the Times," May year-old reporters to thoroughly explore a single issue. reporters. said. "As college or high school students, we are not Scoop08 intends to cover not just the mainstream Indeed, most alternative journalism has emerged by experienced or knowledgeable enough to cover weighty issues and candidates, but also those that are often over contrasting itself against the mainstream. issues such as national security," he said. looked by the national media. However, working with the other team members has ''Two reporters secured interviews with presidential See 'Scoop' given him sufficient reassurance. candidates, such as Ron Paul," Mangino said. Page 6 ======~D<======~JO~!~l7=1~W=
To have your photo, painting, cartoon, drawing, poem, song, or short story featured in the Art Ark, please submit your work with .caption to the Phoenix by stopping by the office in Avt E1500 or email your submissions to [email protected]
Fall In Northern Michigan By Dee Michalski
Fall Digital Art By Dmitry Savinoff ~J O~I=J ~~o~v ======~D(======~= Fall 2007 Fitness Programs September 17, 2007-December22, 2007
Weight Loss Success Meditation (New) Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Days: Wednesdays ~ U;.Q,Q-ll~fj 1lJll,. Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. Fee: $15.00 Fee: $15.00 Description: Losing weight is about more than just food and exercise. Description: Meditation is a practice which can improve your concen This course will help you create the mental attitude that is essential for tration, health, and allow you to better know yourself spiritually. This you to achieve your weight loss goals. course will guide you through starting your own daily practice at home and will continue to support you on your spiritual journey. Next Level Fitness Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays The Total Water Exercise Class Time: 12-1245 p.m. Days: Monday-Friday Fee: $15.00 Time: 10:00-11 :00 a.m. Description: For all levels, this course is designed to meet the strength, Fee: $10/weekday or $40 for the entire program cardiovascular and flexibility components of a well-balanced fitness Description: Tired of the same old boring routine? Then this is the program. water class for you! Every type of water exercise, such as walking, aerobics, and resistance training, are incorporated and rotated regularly Pilates Mat in this program. Days: Tuesdays Time: 11:30-12:30 p.m. Senior Aquacise 1 Fee: $15.00 Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays Description: For all levels and bodies, enjoy working and strengthening Time: 1:45-2:15 p.m. your core (abdominals, gluteals, and thighs). Notice your muscles Fee: $10.00 lengthening, toning and your posture improving. Walk tall again! Description: Senior Aquacise is a low-impact, low-intensity water aer obics course, designed especially for senior citizens. Yoga Days: Tuesdays Senior Aquacise 2 Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays Fee: $15.00 Time: 2:30-3:00 p.m. Description: For all levels and all bodies. Harmonize your body, mind, Fee: $10:00 and spirit while revitalizing and rejuvenating your whole self. Be strong Description: Senior Aquacise is a low-impact, low-intensity water aero and flexible while de-stressing and relaxing your body and mind. bics course, designed especially for senior citizens. Aerobics Senior Floor Exercise Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Time: 1:00-1 :30 p.m. Fee: $15.00 Fee: $10.00 Description: Get in shape and lose those extra holiday pounds. Our Description: Senior Floor Exercise is a land based flexibility course Aerobics program utilizes many different types of cardiovascular condi designed especially for senior citizens. tioning and allows the students to work at their own skill level. Register now! All class sizes are limited. Stop by to register in the Recreation & Fitness Center Sales Office (A1106) or Call (708)-534-4945 for more information. ======~~======THIS IS NEWS 6 19 I 17 I Q7
'Scoop' said Akhil Amar, ES '80, the Southmayd Professor of Law at Yale Law Con't from page 3 School. Only a handful of students on the editorial team really know what "Look at the added benefits of the Internet, there's now a wide blo Scoop08 will look like when it comes out in November. Even fewer gosphere," he said. can guess what the reaction will be. But based on Kagan and Amar's Dara Lind also sees Scoop08 as a sort of "new media." Like Mangino faith in Scoop08's vision, once can only await the site's launch to see and Heffner, she emphasizes the close relation between this venture and just how high a bar Mangino and company can clear. 21st-century technology. "Ten years ago, this would not have.been possible," she said. Dara Lind spends a considerable amount of time envisioning the audience's perspective. "Our most obvious first target is college students, the next is those who are tech-savvy enough to be already reading blogs online. But, Scoop08 must be neither just facts nor someone ranting about the Bush administration," she said, addressing the negative impressions blogs have generated. Mangino admits that Scoop08's "first priority will naturally be the youth," but he stressed the fact that many adults will certainly find the publication compelling. "Adults are equally disenchanted with some oftoday's trite political journalism," he said. Already, Scoop08 has armed itself with an impressive team of adult advisers ranging from former Presidential candidate Gary Hart to well known national political commentators like Frank Rich and Robert Kagan. "Scoop08 seems to be a great way for young adults across the coun try to not just get involved in, but also influence the political process,"
Part-Time Get as much as Package Handlers $23,000* in College 1 ·Earn $8.50·$9.50 per hour, with increases of soc financial Assistance That (~(tlll 1J'I'I~Il shop. net after 90 days and soc after one year • Consistent Work Schedule 1053 Madison St. Oak Park IL, 708-386-7000 • Paid Vacations ED MILLER ;z • Weekly Paychecks l • Weekends & Holidays Off Service and Computer Repair r i • Excellent Benefits (Medical/life & 401K) :I. ;> Data recovery Q) I 3 i learo more about Part·Tirne Package Handler opportunities at Home networking the UPS Hodgkins Facility (1·55 & 1·294 • South Suburbs) and ~ Custom-Built Laptops, CD the UPS Earn and team~ Program offefed through Governors ~ State University today! Please contact Todd Oliver at: Desktops, Gaming Systems (,!) 708·387·4884x153S or visit: www.upsjobs.com/ chicago - Access Code: 3354 "Fix it yourself' workshops £qual ()ppoltunity Employet House &office calls, Pick-ups/drop offs "Progwn guidelines apply - M-Thr 8:30-7 F: 9-6 sa 10-3 "'8 ...I + t
======~~======
19 I l 7 I Q7 Editorials & Opinions 7 The Osmonds Shine at Opening Night
the show opened with a bang. All four evening came when her "Dancing with the Stars" part siblings coming out and sang a medley ner Jonathan Roberts came out and he and Marie per of hits, including one of their biggest formed the Mambo, which they had performed on the hits, "Down by the Lazy River." After a show the week before. few songs together Marie left the stage, At the closing of the show, all four siblings again leaving the three Osmond brothers came out and performed the Osmond's theme song: dancing and singing. They continued "He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother." on, singing a lot of their hits like "Love The evening concluded with a post-show reception Me party for those audience members who bought tickets to Allen Babiarz for a Reason" and "One the reception. At the party all four Osmonds came and Correspondent Bad Apple." talked to the attendees, signed autographs and took pic After a short intermission Marie Osmond came out tures. Marie was even selling her "Vote for Jonny and They were a little bit oountry; they were a little bit to wow tbe crowd. She went b~d did a broad rang_e Marie" t·. nirtl, which is a pun on Donny and Marie. rock and roll. Marie Osmond and her three brothers of her songs, which included her first hit "Paper Roses" Check out Marie Osmond on "Dancing with the Jimmy, Jay and Wayne opened up the season at the which she recorded at the age of thirteen. Stars" Monday and Tuesday nights on ABC. Additional Center for Performing Arts at GSU on Saturday, Oct. 6. Adding in some songs which she performed in information on upcoming events at the Center for Broadway's "The King and I" and "Sound of Music," Performing Arts is available on their website at Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Osmonds, Marie continued to wow the crowd. The highlight of the www.centertickets.net. Student Senate Corner: A Message From Student Senate President, Rosa Moran
By Rosa Moran us support our school and get things done! Student Senate President The Installation Ceremony for President Elaine Maimon will take place November 3 at 11 a.m. Students and others can R.S.V.P. and get more information We are calling for the best and the brightest to present in our Seeds of Greatness about the event at www.govst.edu/installation. program as part of the Presidential Installation. If you, or someone you know, would The three lead students for the installation will represent the seasoned, the expe like to nominate a student for this award please contact the student senate as soon as rienced and the new. Those students will be Larry Bledsoe, Karen Mayo and Darlene possible. Invitations have been sent out. If you would like one please email the senate Alexander. The line will be single file but the three senators will be considered lead- president at: [email protected]. ers. Soon you will see a flyer about writing your local representative regarding This week I would like to give honorable mention to Darlene Alexander for her release of funds for renovation of the E and F wing. This is a very important project willingness to participate in committees and other important things for the student for the university and I want to encourage participation by all of our student body. Let senate and the university. Darlene is someone you should know!
Solutions for Crossword & Sodoku found on page 8. V H d :> I 8 6 9 L L 6 9 8 9 L 8 6 L 6 8 9 g 9 L g 6 9 8 6 L
L 6 8 9 s 3 6 9 L 8 3 :> g n w 8 9 6 L E> 3 3 3 ======~~======ratS Up § l QI 17 1Q7
Arts Fest Crossword & Sudoku: solutions on page 7 A university wide ArtsFest ACROSS featuring interactive programs 1. Unit of electrical capaci in art, poetry, photography tance and digital imaging. This 6. Smooth and gleaming forum will also feature the tal 11. Not ann ented students of these 14. Classical music theatre 15. Breed of dog respective programs display 16. An Australian flightless ing their works.ArtsFest will bird take place throughout the uni 17. Vengeance versity on October 17 from 19. Card withjust 1 symbol 20. Anagram of "Leaps" 1 :00 to 7:00 p.m., ending with 21. s s s s an evening reception. The 23. Chinese cinnamon event is free and open to the 27. There are 50 of them public. 28. Associated with the Christian church SIDL Bi-Weekly 32. Regions Information Sessions 33. Impersonate The School of 34. Electro-encephalogram Interdisciplinary Learning 37. Shipped 38. Flamingo or heron offers bi-weekly information 39. Protagonist sessions that will answer your 40. East southeast questions about the program 41. Doughnut-shaped roll and give you a tour of the 42. Freight campus. 43. The arrangement of windows DOWN 18. Sheep sound 42. Impulse of a building 1. Since or because 22.Pouch 43. TyjJe of tree To find out more about the 45. Infirm due to age 2. Gorilla 23. Stop 44. Regrets SIDL, please contact us at 48. Makes angry 3. Drench 24. Units of area 45. Gleam 708.534.4092 or e-mail 49. Nymph 4. Arrangement (abbrev.) 25. Vista 46. A red fluorescent dye [email protected]. 50. An anesthetic 5. Newspapers 26. A thin strip of wood 4 7. Makes insensitive 53. Doctrine 6. Porgy fish 27. Agitate 50. Engrave Presidential Installation: 54. Ardent supporters 7. Parcels of land 29. Picture 51. Titaness of ancient November 3 60. Beak 8. A Great Lake 30. Assistants mythology 61. Moral weaknesses 9. Self-importance 31. Capelin 52. A call for quiet All community members, fac 62. A squeaking noise 10. Relating to the motion of 34. Strange or spooky 55. Small bite ulty and staff, and students 63. N N N N bodies 35. A plant disease 56. Forelimb are invited to attend a ceremo 64. An ancient Hebrew unit of 11. The smallest amount 36. Thugs 57. Perceive visually ny and celebration in recogni 38.Ebb 58. Asphalt dry measure 12. Master of ceremonies tion of the installation of Dr. 65. An abrasive board 13. Suppose or surmise 39. Caps 59. The air above us 41. Accept as true Elaine P. Maimon as the uni versity's fifth president. 7 8 ----, Additional event details will be If you wish to I available soon. 2 4 advertise in the 6 3 . Phoenix, please 1 call Business 5 6 Manager, 1 Library hours at GSU 9 8 2 4 ' sylvia Mcghee Monday - Thursday: at 5 I 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. 3 9 708-534-3068, Friday - Saturday: 2 8 6 or e-mai 1 her at I 8:30a.m.- 5 p.m. phoenixad I Sunday: 6 9 7 1 @.govst.edu 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. 4 3 ____ ..J Recreation I Fitness Center hours
Monday- Friday: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 4 p.m.
Closed Sundays during the Spring/Summer trimester.