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NOVEMBER 2017 VOLUME 66 NUMBER 2 TechnicArts Fair Not showing off, showing out by Prema Pongrakthai On October 26th, the TechnicArts Fair hit a record-breaking atten- dance number of nearly 240 kids and 50 chaperones. As UCA students scurried around helping staff prepare for the fair, attendees were driving on their way to discover more about UCA and what their future holds. There were various activities on campus for attendees to experi- ence. Besides the fair being a way of displaying what UCA off ers, it also gives younger students the opportunity to explore their interests. There is nothing more beautiful than giving fresh young minds the chance to grow their skills and confi dence in a God-loving atmosphere. Several of the activities held were acro-clinic, soap making, card making, 3-D printing, graphic design, knitting, acrylic painting, computer building, videography, and plasma cam (cutting metal with lasers). When kids left stations, they had gained new skills and self-confi - dence. This was especially clear with those who rotated through the acro station. They came in scared and unsure of what their capabilities were. There was even one who cried because she was fearful of heights. By the end of the day during the acro fi nale show, this girl presented her new found skills on the mats with skill and confi dence. This is why UCA does the TechnicArts Fair. We don’t do this to show off our campus and staff , but rather to show out the abilities God gives us—to see what happens when we overcome the spirit of timidity and live in boldness. The girl in the acro clinic was just one of the many students who came this year. At the end of the day, all the students who attended were able to show out their skills and their new found confi dence. Night to party by Kaitlyn Kramer On Saturday night, October 14, all over campus students gathered for a night of games, socializing, and good food at their class parties. The Power House was fi lled with freshmen getting to know each other over pizza and games before they went to the fi eld for capture the fl ag. The old cafeteria found itself the host to the sophomore class for games, a disguise photo booth, and pizza. The juniors settled into the Dining Commons for a night of Twister, The Incredibles, and a fi re-pit hot-dog cookout. The seniors claimed the gym for their festivities, and commenced with kickball in the dark, The Emperor’s New Groove, lots of pizza, and an injury here and there. With this kind of fun all around, there was only one thing that could put a damper on the evening. Sunday school, looming in the background, put most people in an all-but-partying mood. Stress of assign- ments due and no time to do them, concern of a late night, and the inconvenience for village students still needing to drive home, began settling in. A new activity was added to the senior class party—a civics study group. All of these fun-dampening experiences could be avoided with a slight change in schedule. Students who want to have fun and want to do well in school can’t have it both ways during this weekend, but if class parties were put on the calendar on a diff erent weekend, all would be solved. Though the scheduling confl ict was a major concern across the board, all agreed that the class parties are a great way to be able to spend time with your class as a whole and break up friend groups for an evening. A night of senseless fun and joviality is a great experience; let’s not ruin it with fears of the day after. Anything Horsemanship program gallops ahead Prayer but amateur on the plaza by Jonathan Terry by Thomas Warren by Brielle Bartels Upper Columbia Acad- UCA is starting a horsemanship program this year. Students and teachers had emy is full of talented students, Among the new faces on campus are those of our equine been wondering when Prayer on the and every year UCA organizes a friends. These horses live between Hymark and Old SR Plaza was going to start up again. talent show for the Saturday night 195 in a repurposed grain field. In preparation this sum- The building anticipation was satis- of Parent Weekend for them to mer, the field was fenced and spread with grass seed, fied after the first meeting of Week of showcase their skills. The title of making a comfortable and safe home for the horses soon Prayer. A group of seniors gathered the program is Amateur Hour but to occupy it. But one major element of this equine paradise to pray, followed by students of all don’t let the name fool you: it lasts was missing: a barn. This, however, is now being rectified. classes and Mr. Johnson, the princi- way longer than one hour. As well A new barn is being built that will house the hors- pal. One song was sung, a thought as the talent show, there is a si- es during the winter months. A large area in front of the offered, a prayer said, and a warm lent auction table where different Hymark building has been leveled and is piled with gravel. tradition was reinstated. goods, donated by parents, stu- This new barn and program bring new opportunities for Do you lift? dents, and local businesses, are those interested in horses. The new barn also offers the sold to the highest bidder. Also, possibility to board some of the horses from Camp Mi- by Maddy Clark seats at tables close to the stage Voden’s equestrian center – a benefit to both UCA and Many new things have come to UCA already this year: a memorial, new are sold for $10 a chair, and they MiVoden. gymnastics mats, and an updated boys’ dorm. Because of all of these things, sell out quite quickly. Sarah Holloway is the new Horsemanship Pro- many people didn’t notice the change going on in the upstairs room of the gym. The auditions for the gram director. Hailing from Tennessee, Ms. Holloway is For the past few weeks, workers have been updating the old workout room. event take place about a month laying the groundwork for a thriving equestrian program It started on the first HOPE day when students were assigned to take or so before the show (This year for years to come. In addition to caring for the horses and weight room equipment out to pickups to be carried off. A donor had offered to they were on Tuesday, Octo- all that comes with them, Ms. Holloway also offers riding provide all new equipment for the room, so preparation had to begin. ber 17), and the audition judges lessons and enjoys talking about her hopes and dreams The room was completely emptied and then painted. Mirrors were in- include the assistant and head for the program. stalled on the back wall, and black rubber flooring replaced the old carpet. Then, deans from each dorm, the princi- This new barn opens up many opportunities for the new equipment was moved in along with a flat-screen television for watching pal, the men’s club and girls’ club UCA. It gives an extracurricular program, centered around workout videos. The ribbon-cutting for the new room was held at six o’clock in presidents and vice-presidents, God and caring for His creations, and offers even more the evening on Thursday, October 26. the band and choral directors, students a chance to explore their interests. If you get With all of the new things on campus, now you can add the new workout and the piano teacher. This fear- a chance to talk to Ms. Holloway, ask her about the new room. It is open for use and provides a great opportunity to get some exercise some group unfortunately has to program! Sarah Holloway and her equine friends and have fun. break some hearts when they de- cide which acts are best suited for Bugs the prestigious event. The outsiders The night itself is certain- by Riley Dieter by Elianna Srikureja ly a busy one for anyone involved. Most of the players that attended the Union Tournament trembled with a combination of anticipation and With the recent change of seasons from summer to Not only is there the silent auction stress. With the quarter ending the day they left, the athletes scrambled to get their grades in order. Others were sad fall, there has been a resurgence of small gnats all over cam- but also—if you didn’t buy a table and a bit angry that they had no home leave. This mixture of emotions coupled with the stress of traveling made for pus. The small winged creatures fly in swarms, oblivious to which is outfitted with all sorts of an interesting couple of flights. the comings and goings of students and faculty. They are the snacks—there are shamburg- Dressed in garb adorned with the mascot of Upper Columbia Academy, students weren’t surprised that cause of much annoyance. They, being of too small a size ers, drinks and desserts sold in several of them were approached by well-meaning folk interested in where they were going. With polite smiles, the to see properly and thus avoid, can easily get caught in hair, the back of the gym. The event students explained the chance of winning and of playing against those they hadn’t played before.

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