SUMMER 2015 VOLUME 38 NUMBER 5
Features | PAGE 12 Math Club | PAGE 13 NFL Mock Draft 2015 XENOVERSES Problem Set of the Week | PAGE 11 Midnight Masquerade | PAGE 2 by Dr. White Winners! by Sam Ouellette The Sustainable Energy Program gets a Wind Boost by Lori Leahy
The Mat-Su College assembling and disas- Sustainable Energy sembling it, to under- program has been given stand how it functions. a wind turbine for use RES had just that to as an in-class demo. give away, and so a In spring of 2014 some union was made. By wind turbines were summer of 2014, Mat- available for donation Su College had been by Renewable Energy chosen to receive the Systems (RES) in An- $6,000.00 wind tur- chorage to a qualified bine and a small tower institution. Mark Mas- upon which to mount teller, the program di- it. Once it had been de- rector, received notice livered, a set of wheels pi day event from the Alaska Energy was also mounted to how it works and take ready had a large wind On April 15th, the to throw pies at their Authority that RES was make the classroom it apart.” It can also be turbine, but Masteller is Mat-Su College Math (least? most?) favorite looking to get out of the demonstrator mobile. broken down to easily excited about the addi- wind business and had fit into a four-foot long tion of the new, smaller Club held its first-ever Pi professors. Few pies hit The turbine, which Day. Intended as a both the professors straight several turbines to do- now sits in the Sus- box if Masteller needs wind turbine to the Sus- nate. tainable Energy Pro- to take it anywhere. tainable Energy depart- a fund-raiser and a way in the face; perhaps this Masteller happened gram classroom here Several other tur- ment. He says the class to raise awareness of the explains, or is explained to be looking for a tur- on campus, is a typical bines were also donated numbers for the pro- Math Club, the event by, the lack of athletic bine to use as a demo residential size model, by RES; one large unit gram have been slowly increasing. Masteller was centered around an clubs on campus. Half model in his Sustain- with nine-foot rotors. along with a tower went unbelievably affordable of the proceeds of the Pi able Energy program It is arm height for easy to the Palmer Musk-Ox sees many students in here at the college. access for the students Farm, as well as one or the “non-traditional” (and delicious) bake sale. Day Event -- over 150 What he hoped to find and portable. Mas- two units to UAF. age bracket taking sus- But probably equally dollars -- were donated was a small, residential teller says, “it worked tainable energy classes A Bit about the profitable, and arguably to MyHouse, a local turbine that could be out perfectly, it is the for their own home en- College Sustainable ergy usage know-how. more fun, was the Pie nonprofit that works with mounted at eye level perfect size for using Throw, which allowed homeless teenagers. so students could get in a classroom as the Energy Program… With the cost of fuel hands-on experience students can easily see students to buy chances Mat-Su College al- Continued on page 13 Continued on page 13 02 FROM THE STUDENTS Summer 2015
New Movies to the Mat-Su College Library By Michelle Sharpe Did you miss some movies at the theater last year? Fear not, here are just Feminism: What does it mean at Mat-Su? some of the new titles that the library has acquired this past month: By Ryan Foisy and sexual concerns on Susitna Borough affected The Guest (Dan Stevens) Rated: R The very mention of the campus, and LGBTQ- by the spread of sexual A Walk Among the Tombstones (Liam Neeson) Rated: R word “feminism” seems to related concerns for both disease and infection, but Nightcrawler (Jake Gyllenhaal) Rated: R conjure a variety of reac- students and Alaska resi- the services and education dents. The dialogue was offered in the Valley are The Theory of Everything (Eddie Redmayne) Rated: PG-13 tions in the typical college environment. On one hand, hosted by both students surprisingly low, with only John Wick (Keanu Reeves) Rated: R the topic ushers in expan- and various educators one clinic in Wasilla offer- Whiplash (J. K. Simmons) Rated: R sive branches of philo- throughout Anchorage, ing STD screening service. Big Hero Six Rated: PG sophical, socio-cultural, whom addressed a plethora If one wishes to be tested Gone Girl (Ben Affleck) Rated: R and literary analysis, ripe of issues, as well as several for herpes, or one of sev- The Railway Man (Colin Firth) Rated: R for discussion between stu- select questions from the eral other possible afflic- dents of all backgrounds. audience, as well as infor- tions, they would be forced These titles are all now available at the library, come on by and check them out! On the other, “feminism” mation and advice relating to go to another town or is often considered a con- to those issues on campus. city, such as Anchorage. troversial subject, depend- While these same issues, This hardly touches on ing on political, religious, including sexual abuse and condoms, birth control, or or ideological standpoints. harassment, STI and STD (the controversial world of The range of opinions, rates, and the treatment of sexual and reproduction Midnight Masquerade even at the mere mention issues) abortion services, For the first time, the college's transgender students, are of a complex and dynamic which can be a bit more biannual dance was held in the new Glenn important to consider on Massay Theater. Even from afar it was an word, often prevents sub- any and all campuses, it out of reach in Mat-Su. alluring spectacle. The bright, colorful stantial dialogue relating can be somewhat difficult With Anchorage only lights illuminating the dance floor had to issues covered under to take these issues and a short commute away, it the effect of setting off from the night the umbrella of feminism. apply the same answers to isn’t as if the Valley is on the largely glass theater. Dance music was These issues, however, a campus such as the Mat- the far side of the moon audible even from without. are often important for Su College. With a much from many services or Within, around fifty students -- many students to take into ac- smaller student body, as education opportunities. but not all of them couples -- danced to count, and the University well as different demo- But with Mat-Su becoming pop music new and old on a dancing floor of Alaska has seen it fit to graphics within that body, one of the most populous set up in the theater lobby. Dress style was have these issues discussed the students and faculty at regions of the state, it begs generally formal: for women, dresses; for more vigorously. Mat-Su have to ask what the question of what is to men, dress pants, dress shirts, ties, and even the occasional gentleman's silken Put together and spon- feminism means in the be done in terms of sex dancing cape. Pure Aloha Cafe catered sored by various student Valley? and gender-related issues the event with fare both elegant and groups, clubs, and Planned Take the STI and STD and concerns. delicious. Parenthood of Anchorage, rates in Alaska, which a The panel discussed Much credit goes to the Dance a recent panel was held at commenter pointed out in violence and abuse against Club for arranging the dance, to Student the UAA campus discuss- the recent panel, are the women (and men as well), Government for providing the funding, ing feminism, women’s worst in the country. Not Continued on page 15 and to the Theater for agreeing to host the rights in Alaska, gender only is the Matanuska- dance. Summer 2015 SUMMER FUN 03 Sharpe’s Summer Movie Guide By Michelle Sharpe Greetings fellow cinema enthusiasts! The funnest (Yes. That is a later. But he is, and he is bringing a hearing those things EVERYWHERE. Fantastic 4 (August 17)- Yet word. Just not a grammatically correct word) movie season is upon whole new cast with him, including: Between advertisements and the another superhero movie and Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) as merchandise and the multitudes of us. Summer movie season! Judging from the lineup of movies set to yet another reboot. Four youths Sarah Connor; Jason Clarke (Zero children that surround us, there will somehow attain some awesome come out this year, we are in for some fun and explosive times in the Dark Thirty) as John Connor; Jai be no escape. You might as well get powers and they fight evil in funny theaters this year! Here are some movies that I think people should Courtney (Divergent/Insurgent) as excited for this one too. Rating: PG suits. If you did not like the camp Kyle Reese; and will also feature factor in the original Fantastic 4 keep an eye out this year. Ant-Man (July 17)- Oddly one of my personal favorite actors and wanted something grittier, enough, this marvel movie has not working today, Byung-hun Lee you should probably get hyped Australian a Capella singer. If been getting a lot of buzz (Pun not Avengers: Age of Ultron (Red 2) as a new Terminator. Also for this movie. Rating: PG-13 (May 1)- Kicking off the summer you’re looking for a laugh and for appearing will be Oscar winner intended), but it definitely should season this year is the long some new songs to get stuck in J.K. Simmons (Whiplash) and the be. Despite the lame sounding Man from U.N.C.L.E. anticipated reteaming of our your head, this will probably be Doctor himself, Matt Smith (Doctor name of the titular superhero, (August 14)- Personally, I am favorite heroes as they join your best bet. Rating: PG-13 Who) in a mysterious role. The Ant-Man is one of the most super-duper excited about this together to fight against a scary, important marvel characters and movie! Not only is it a British Jurassic World (June 12)- Since movie sports an impressive cast genocidal android played by the was actually supposed to be a part comedy/spy/action/adventure cloning dinosaurs has always and will be a reboot to a popular scary Reddington himself, James of the cinematic universe years movie starring Henry Cavill (Man yielded such positive results, the franchise. Here’s to hoping that it Spader (The Blacklist). Robert ago. With the ever lovable Michael of Steel)and Armie Hammer (The scientists in this movie decided does not disappoint. Although, I Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Douglas as Hank Pym (The Social Network) and multiple to go one step further and splice don’t see how you can go wrong Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, original Ant-Man/mad scientist) recognizable British stars; this some dinosaur DNA with some with time traveling robots with Jeremy Renner, and everyone and Paul Rudd as Scott Lang (The movie is directed by Guy Richie! other sweet and cuddly animals Austrian accents. Rating: Unknown else from previous Marvel movies Ex-con who will don the Ant-Man I love Guy Richie (Sherlock like Cuddle-fish (see what I did will resume their roles in this Magic Mike XxL (July 1)- I suit in the movie), this movie will Holmes, Sherlock Holmes: Game there?), snakes (aww), and other Marvel extravaganza of awesome! suppose that if Terminator is a definitely be interesting for sure of Shadows, Rock’N’Rolla)! And animals of similar nature. Throw Get excited! Rating: PG-13 disappointment, I can drown my and will bring a new tone to the what better way to close out the in Chris Pratt and some adolescent sorrows by watching Channing Superhero Genre. Rating: PG-13 summer movie season than with Mad Max Fury Road siblings, what’s the worst that (May Tatum and a bunch of other British humor? Rating: PG-13 can happen? Rating: PG-13 Pan 15)- Honestly, I have no idea what ripped actors strip and complain (July 24)- Honestly, other this movie is about, but it has than the fact that I know that this Inside Out (June 19)- Pixar’s about their lives as exotic dancers Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron will be a reimagining/prequel to the newest movie revolves around for a couple hours. Rating: R and the trailers look AWESOME! original story of Peter Pan and the All in all, it seems like it will the inner workings of a little girl’s It looks violent, gritty, fast paced, Minions (July 10)- This summer fact that it is starring Hugh Jackman emotions. 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If you so there is little reason to doubt out for or might already be violence? Fear not, the sequel You know, when Arnold said “I’ll be are like me and could honestly care that this movie will fail to entertain looking forward to. Happy to the quirky and aca-awesome back”, I don’t think anyone thought less about those aforementioned everyone. Rating: Unknown Pitch Perfect premiers the same Popcorn Flicking! that he would STILL be coming back yellow little ovals of irritation, weekend and features a crazy as the Terminator over 30 years bad news, you will be seeing and Top Fishing Spots In and Around Valley
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06 Summer 2015 The Second King: Part Two of Seven By Brian Conaway the neighboring kingdom in the western halfway. and her eyes sparkling with laughter. Previously on the Second King: part of the world, separated equally by a But his queen would know first. “I won’t return for a long while, my Bennevon returned to the Mountain backed chain of civilized islands the size of the sweet. I plan to return in three months’ city of Orma with the expectation of East’s smallest continent: “Tual.” From the dark drawers at his desk he brought forth a single piece of time from Tual. With hope, I shall be bloodshed. To his relief four families proved His mind went back to the traders. parchment and an eagles’ quill. Barely darker when I return to you at the Seat. loyal and the Caddenlots were appointed They could have simply been anarchists conscious, he poured his heart out to his With love, I place our son, Jeskent the new lords of the city as their reward. eager to stir up some trouble; fugitives wife, all the while imagining her in her as Prince Regent while I am away to who cheated the noose and instead got dress of white deer fur. She hated the discuss some severe matters with the the sword. But the king of Organthia— cold, and this season she would hate far king and his Parliament.” Traders and Bennevon the Highest Sovereign he called more with his absence. Warm though it Traitors. himself—had encouraged practices that is in Tual, I am certain it shall be winter “But of this you can be certain: I 237 B.W.C: Before War of Calamities Silvaren priests deemed unorthodox and in my heart as well. will consider your prudence when I am with evidence such as that it appeared among them, and with hope, hush them From the lofty window of Orma’s difficult for Benn to believe his former, “Loveliest Elenyah, provided king’s chamber, Benn looked with the wisdom of your heart. You and hoped for, theory. I am weighed heavily with sorrow. out at the eastern portion of the kingdom know how much I value it. You know my Every moment I think of you and our as it lay snug in its blanket of midnight In either case, Benn was not interested affection. With it I sign: Benne.” son, and I worry grievously. We pretend darkness. Countless other eyes, many in initiating an investigation. Still, very well, don’t we, that our high stone He was relieved this was not an white, others red peppered the sky and guiltless or not, they belonged to him. walls keep out the cold? Fortunately, I official document; if it was he would earth, ready to fade at dawn’s first light. I cannot afford outside dangers when have been admitted to the Keep on the have to abide by protocol and neglect The people were resting well tonight, Silvara is still so fragile. He did not Peak—I know you would only concede to sign by her pet name for him. Three but they would all return, he knew, to like what he had to do, then, but he the truth of the reports if it came by my months is far too long for me to be away whatever was their business as usual. loved Silvara and he was prepared to hand—so of my person you need not fret. from her, but Jeskent will take care of Not him, though. For Benn, another do anything in his power to guard her. Nevertheless, I am certain you shall, so I her. He trusted his son of one decade sleepless night was business as usual. I must at the least ensure that further and six years no less than his father had incidents are prevented. He had no time shall not make that a command.” He began to pace. Again. The wrath of to visit Organthia; it would take months He chuckled to himself. He could see the dragons had been averted, yes, but just getting there. I shall meet them her white teeth flashing at the remark, Continued on page 14 there was still much to be done before the kingdom could once again take her VISIT US ON place on the world stage. She was to The Mat-Su Monitor Team be an example to the others, and thus TWITTER far she was failing miserably if she had permitted the doctrines of the Colorless Editor Cartoonist to invade while dusk fell on Benn’s father. The dragons have imprisoned the Jacob Mann Misty Vanlue Colorless under the Wild Isles and set a constant watch upon his restraints. How Faculty Advisor Sports Writer could this have happened? Micah Muer Sam Ouellette His attention shifted to the enormous parchment that occupied a half of the Layout Artist Graphic Design chamber’s smooth portion of the wall. Audrey Badger Nadia Rausa The very back wall was jagged; it was LIKE US ON the mountains and unfashioned by Feature Writers Contributing Writers FACEBOOK chisel. The map revealed many of the Brian Conaway known kingdoms to scale, omitting the Marianna Weatherby farthest and least inhabited realms in Ryan Foisy each direction, north, south, west and Lori Leahy Advertising Manager east. Michelle Sharpe “Organthia,” he whispered hoarsely Sam Ouellette while his pointed finger hovered over Dr. Light Summer 2015 07 FINANCIAL AID FACTS Celebrate Mat-Su Birds! Hello, my name is These easy steps can card debt. During my last Mariana and I am one of the help you make informed year of school, I borrowed a Thursday, April 30 - Listen to international birder financial aid advisors here at decisions now so that you small student loan, which I Aaron Bowman discuss his Big Year. 7:00 pm Mat-Su College. It is my job can enjoy financial security am close to paying off. Glenn Massay Theater to help you understand the after you have graduated On a positive note, I did different options available from college. Learning save money by working Friday, May 1 - Learn about birds on the Mat-Su to make college affordable. about the financial resources full time and paying for With so many options out available to you and being the majority of my classes Campus. 7:30 pm Mat-Su College Cafeteria there it can be hard to make able to manage your money out-pocket and not matter informed decisions. for the long term is what what happened I always Saturday, May 2 - Join a birding hike guided The other day, my son we mean by FINANCIAL kept my eye on the goal. and I were watching a show LITER ACY. Honestly, I am proud of by local wildlife biologist Herman Griese. called Special Agent Oso. When I was in college, I my achievement. I was 8:00 am meet in front on the Glenn Massay Oso, a bear, is sent out to made some costly financial the first one in my family help children with different mistakes. For example, to graduate from college Theater. tasks. He has a computerized I gave up on free money and it has paved the way buddy named Paw Pilot that too quickly. I applied for for my siblings to do the All events are free and open to the public. helps him with missions. one scholarship and when same. They are all making The Paw Pilot sings a song I didn't get it, I never tried sure that they too can Events sponsored by the Mat-Su College chapter of the Phi that goes like this, “three it again, even though enjoy financial security by special steps, that’s all you scholarships are available to working or saving money to Theta Kappa Honor Society need, three special steps and students every year. I didn’t pay for college and borrow you'll succeed. research loans, and instead I only what they need. If we took the song that used a credit card to pay for If you would like to learn Budget Cuts and State Taxes Paw Pilot sings and we apply my tuition, fees, and books, more about scholarships, the it to our mission which is even though the interest rate FAFSA or you would just By Ryan Foisy was higher and I didn’t have making college affordable like to explore the financial At the Mat-Su Col- ulty for quite some closing of facilities, it would look a little bit like a plan to pay the bill at the aid options available to you, time. However, with and the diminish- end of the month. I paid a lot lege, state politics or this: come and see us at Student economics can seem Governor Walker’s ment of programs, of extra money in interest Services. proposal for state students and their while paying off the credit somewhat distant. With a more isolated agencies and pro- governing bodies school and commu- grams to consider have spent the last Step 1 Meet with a financial aid advisor before nity, it can be easy to the possibility of 5 several months de- or right after signing up for classes. A forget the debates go- to 8% cuts across ciding what it is ing on in Juneau, or the board, the pos- they value the most financial aid advisor can help you go over even at the main cam- sibility has jumped and what they might payment options and sources of funding. pus in Anchorage. to greater attention. do well without. Of course, the im- The good According to UAA Step 2 Apply for University of Alaska portance of any state- news is that Advancement, the related action or budget will likely be Anchorage/Mat-Su College scholarships. forecasts seem cut by $18 million, occurrence should to suggest that Scholarships help minimize out of be taken serious- which certainly is a pocket costs and student loan debt. ly, especially with cuts may not daunting figure, but those that will have perhaps be as significantly bet- effects on the liveli- terrible as they ter than the original Step 3 Meet with an academic advisor regularly. $25 million figure. hood of the school, were originally You can save money and graduate on time or the greater com- projected. Various student munity of Mat-Su. groups and govern- by planning your course schedule early! As all campuses The threatening ment officials have that are a part of possibility of bud- succeeded in their the University of To learn more about your Financial Aid options by visiting us online at: get cuts has been on appeals to state leg- Alaska are facing http://matsu.alaska.edu/office/student-services/financial-aid/ , calling our office at 907-745-9746 the minds of many the loss of staff, the Continued on page 14 to make an appointment, or stop by Student Services in FSM 101 M-Th 8a-6p, F 9a-5p. students and fac- Simple registration! Visit us online at matsu.alaska.edu/MAF
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By Sam Ouellette CBPick: Andrus Peat, OT Stanford 1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers 12. Browns Top needs: QB, OL, Pick: 5. Washington Redskins Top needs: OL, NT, Jameis Winston, QB Florida Top needs: OT, DB, WRPick: Devante Parker, St.Despite his off the field LBPick: Vic Beasley, WR Louisville issues you cannot deny OLB ClemsonAfter losing the talent of Winston and Brian Orakpo in free 13. Saints the Bucs need a QB after agency Beasley will give Top needs: OG, OLB, cutting Josh Mccown. Washington a strong pass- TEPick: Bud Dupree, OLB rush duo. Kentucky 2. Tennessee Titans (Trade to Philadelphia) 6. Jets 14. Dolphins Top needs: S, QB, Top needs: QB, OL, Top needs: OG, WR, CB Pick: Traes Wayne, CB Top needs: WR, NT, WRPick: Marcus Mariota OLBPick: Leonard Cardinals Colts Michigan ST. TEPick: Jordan Phillips, NT 24. 29. QB Oregon Chip Kelley is Williams, DE USC Top needs: LB, CB, Top needs: SS, OL, not afraid of blockbuster Oklahoma 15. 49ers DTPick: Eli Harold, OLB ILBPick: Eric Kendricks, trades and will not be able 7. Bears Top needs: OL, CB, 20. Eagles (Tennessee via ILB UCLA to resist trading up to draft Top needs: S, OLB, Panthers ILBPick: Brandon Scherff, Philadelphia) 25. his former QB. NTPick: Danny Shelton, Top needs: OL, WR, Packers OG Iowa Top needs: QB, CB, 30. NT Washington CBPick: T.J. Clemmings, Top needs: NT, ILB, 3. Jacksonville Jaguars DLPick: Randy Gregory, 16. Texans OT Pittsburg CBPick: Benardrick Top needs: OL, DT, 8. Falcons OLB Nebraska Top needs: CB, WR, McKinney, ILB Mississippi CBPick: Dante Fowler, Top needs: LB, TE, Ravens LBPick: Jalen Collins, CB 21. Bengals 26. St. OLB FloridaThe best pass- OLPick: Shane Rey, DE Top needs: OL, WR, LSU Top needs: ILB, WR, DT rusher in this draft fits Gus Missouri Pick: Eddie Goldman, DT DTPick: Jaelen Strong, WR 31. Saints Bradley’s defensive scheme 9. Giants 17. Chargers Florida St. Arizona ST Top needs: DL, OLB, and will help the Jag’s build Top needs: OL, LB, TEPick: Maxx Williams, Top needs: OL, LB, SPick: Cowboys their defense. RBPick: Todd Gurley, RB 22. Steelers 27. TE Minnesota Landon Collins, S Alabama Top needs: CB, RB, Georgia Top needs: CB, OL, SPick: Raiders 4. 10. Rams Kevin Johnson, CB Wake LBPick: Melvin Gordon, 31.Patriots Top needs: WR, CB, Top needs: OG, WR, 18. Chiefs Forest RB Wisconsin Top needs: G, CB, OTPick: Kevin White, WR Top needs: WR, CB, CBPick: Amari Cooper, Broncos DTPick: Arik Armstead, West VirginiaThis pick OLPick: Cameron Ervin, 23. Lions 28. WR Alabama Top needs: OL, DL, DT gives Carr a much needed OL Top needs: DT, CB, weapon. 11. Vikings OLPick: D.J. Humphries, TEPick: La’el Collins, OT Top needs OT, LB, 19. Browns (from Bills) OT Florida LSU Key QB=Quarterback DT=Defensive Tackle OL=Offensive line NT= Nose Tackle RB=Running back LB=Linebacker OT=Offensive Tackle OLB=Outside linebacker WR=Wide Receiver ILB= Inside linebacker OG=Offensive Guard S=Safety TE=Tight end CB=Cornerback DL=Defensive Line DE=Defensive End 12 GAMER REVIEW Summer 2015 Make a Wish! A Dragonball Xenoverse Review By Dr. Light Platforms: Xbox 360 (Reviewed) & One, Playstation 3 & 4, Steam Rating: T for Teen Release Date: February 27, 2015 If the term Dragonball level up and change these hero Trunks by becoming characters like Goku and can fight each other online means something to you, aspects, improving them a member of his Time Vegeta to learn all of their or go on side quests (Which then you must have been a and turning the base stats Patrollers and using scrolls important moves and skills. escalate in difficulty,) fan of the Japanese cartoon on their head entirely. When to go to a specific moment This is a very nice feature together. This is the craze Dragonball Z. Since maxed out in stats, a basic in history and defeat the to have and it only gives ‘Xenoverse’ of the game. 1989, Dragonball Z has taken human can be trouble for bad guy before he can win. fans even more incentive Players can fight each other the anime and video game even a Super Saiyan if the This is actually a bit more to buy the game. There are in one on one, two on two, genres by storm and while or three on three battles. some titles were better There is even an option to received than others, have an ‘Endless Battle’ of Dragonball Xenoverse hopes sorts, where two players to break the mold. This battle it out in front of some video game allows players spectators, and then the and fans to create their own loser is replaced with a player original avatar ranging from that was watching the battle. fan favorite Saiyans to the Some of the best ways to alien Frieza race. There are learn advanced moves is by a plethora of options, and fighting another player! I players can change their have spent some time in this avatar’s voice, hair, eyes and area and have seen some skin color, as well as certain very powerful super attack forms if the Frieza race is combinations I never would chosen. Each character has have seen or heard of offline. its own combos and special Some of them even helped outfits and abilities they can me defeat the final boss! use. Players can also go on Humans can regenerate ‘Parallel Quests’ to help fix energy automatically and other distortions in time are well balanced, but don’t Players can create their own avatar and join heroes like Goku on an all new adventure. and get better moves and excel at anything in particular. abilities. Can’t finish a Saiyans can smash through quest on your own? Don’t defenses like butter but run human player knows what he complicated than it sounds, twelve different masters to worry! Just hop online and out of energy quicker than or she is doing. but for the most part the train with, but they must be have other hardened Time the other races. Majins can But creating characters is story contains the same basic unlocked. You can take your Cops replace your hapless regenerate health slowly but just the tip of the iceberg. idea. Players can experience master on a side quest with computer allies. These side they have extremely weak There are millions of some of the best moments you, and they will grade your quests are very fun and range defense. The Frieza race is collectibles to be found. From in the story, but their avatar performance throughout from hilarious situations to lighting fast but has the least outfits to special abilities also hold importance and the quest. Of course, this dark and twisted alternate amount of health. Choosing to Z-Soul power ups and will interfere with key events, game wouldn’t be Dragonball storylines. The difficulty of a race is a difficult choice finishing moves, this game causing it to change and a without the actual Dragon each quest is shown and when you weigh the benefits, will keep fans busy for hours. new story to take place. Balls. There are seven of players can move the title but they all have their own The story and side quests these mystical orange energy card to the left to see what The story is pretty orbs for fans to collect and weaknesses as well, making straightforward. A mysterious provide a great deal of rewards to obtain. Some of it easier depending on your gameplay for fans, but while they are difficult to the objectives to complete force is causing trouble and obtain, the wishes are well playstyle. Players must pick damaging the history of the another aspect of this game the quest are hidden, so and choose what type they also impressed me. My avatar worth the long grind. series, so now it’s up to the Continued on page 13 want to play. They can also player to help the fan favorite could train with fan favorite Besides the story, players Summer 2015 13 Sustainable Energy would change their habits,” says The program offers a 16 teller says. He adds that the continued from page 1 Masteller. Having worked for credit occupational endorse- four green energy companies 20 years as a wildlife biologist, ment certificate and has many currently in Alaska are always generally rising, and the cost of he has seen the effects of fossil options within the job sector. seeking knowledgeable indi- solar and wind systems start- fuels on the environment. “En- Masteller says the certification viduals or companies to do ing to become more affordable, ergy funnels to everything we can be used toward jobs in in- the installation of the wind or many are looking at more vi- do; the cost of energy impacts stallation, design, sales, as well solar systems. The companies able energy options. everything.” His goal is to edu- as many others. It can also be themselves can and will do the Some of the things Masteller cate individuals on home ener- applied to another degree, such installations, but prefer to sub- teaches in his class are “en- gy use, teach knowledge of the as engineering or construc- contract out the work when- ergy literacy,” or knowledge of environment, and also to help tion. “There are lots of paths ever possible. There just aren’t solar system gets installed. This home energy usage, as well as students find jobs. Masteller that a person could go down enough individuals in the area industry is growing like crazy; awareness of how much energy was thrilled when the college with this education,” he says. educated in wind and solar to there’s a niche.” a home actually needs. “Hab- said they wanted to add a sus- “Green building” has become do this kind of work. Masteller Mat-Su College’s Sustainable its don’t usually change until tainable energy program and a growth industry and there is hopes to change that situation. Energy program is only one of the cost changes. If the cost of would like to see the classroom now a demand for skilled and “Every two and a half minutes two in Alaska, the other being electricity doubled, then people numbers increase even more. knowledgeable installers, Mas- in the Lower Forty-Eight a new in Dillingham.
Make A Wish continued from page 12 Pi Day Event continued from page 1 playing with others is your signature combat, abilities Pi Day has proven that the Math Club, best bet to unlocking them and voices of their favorite recently restarted, is claiming its former all. characters as they have place of preeminence among Mat-Su That being said, the game never come to life like this before. College clubs. Already this semester the is not perfect. There is Math Club has run a new activity a no option to change the From the massive waves difficulty, and some of the of content this game offers Problem Set of the Week starting story chapters and the love it gives to competition. Richard Hamlin and and bosses will force the Dragonball’s rich history, Cody Carpenter were this semester’s player to defend useless it is all too clear that this computer allies and fight game is one giant love winners. The problems are available the extremely aggressive letter to fans, thankful for here http://www.math.uaa.alaska. enemy boss almost all of loyalty and dedication edu/~lgrabarek/pow.html. singlehandedly. Luckily, given to the series since the there are a good number start. But it isn’t just made For next semester of optional side quests that with longtime fans in mind. the Math Club is players can complete with Players who are new to already planning friends or on their own this type of game can see that will give out powerful what all the fuss is about by events both big and moves and special abilities picking up this title for their small, potentially if all conditions are met. console and experiencing including peer- Another issue I had with the energy blast flinging tutoring, a carnival, this game was that the craze that is Dragonball and a resurrection of the an- servers were going down Xenoverse. In all, it is a solid Problem 1 - Logic (?) nual math club Thanksgiving food every thirty minutes or so game, even if it has its own and it can be a hassle to get share of issues. Dragonball Sometimes the word “is” can be replaced with the equality sign (=). drive. reconnected. Xenoverse is rated T for State in which of the following sentences can this replacement be Teen and is out now for meaningfully accomplished? For more information on the Those were the only problem set competition or upcom- notable issues I had with all consoles. It is a worthy 1. The female of the species is more deadly than the male. addition to any Dragonball ing events, or for information on the game. Everything else 2. Silence is the most perfect expression of scorn. was fast paced and furious fan’s library and one title joining the club, you can see the action, which means only that newcomers should 3. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. club’s billboard across from the li- take a look at as well. good things. Online is lag 4. A little learning is a dangerous thing. brary or, when it’s ready, the club’s free and very worth looking 5. Knowledge is power, hide it well. page on the college website. into. Fans will love the 14 THE REST OF THE STORY Summer 2015 tant to consider the negative thought of the tax being re- of Alaska. The University Budget Cuts continued from page 7 implications of today’s eco- issued has been approached students, including those in islators, and while unfortu- sidering the lack of many nomic situation for Alaska. several times. Representa- the Mat-Su Valley, should nate losses do remain a con- exports, the population will Of course, there are many tive Paul Seaton, and Repre- consider these issues with sistent consideration, the likely be quite reliant on oil positive prospects for the sentative Bryce Edgmon, of great care. With so many University has likely cush- for the time. How is this im- State’s market. Governor Homer and Dillingham re- young and old considering ioned the blows being made. portant for the University? Walker recently released spectively, have introduced fields here in the state, these Besides the importance of news that Alaskan exports a bill that would reinstate issues raise important con- That being said, this whole student’s current and future are on the rise, with the an income tax on citizens, cerns and questions. How scenario has prompted new tax dollars being caught in state exporting over $5 bil- which would collect 15% will the future workers at the questions and concerns for the middle, many students lion in 2014. Seafood and of the resident’s federal in- Mat-Su College cope with state legislators and resi- look forward to a promis- raw mineral ore saw a sig- come tax. While the ques- declining revenue or the cut- dents alike, the most impor- ing career in technology, nificant increase, as did tion of whether a measure ting of jobs? What affects tant of which relates to the engineering, or a related private investment and pur- could or would be passed will a possible state income state’s funds: what is the fu- field pertaining to Alaska’s chase of various rigs in the is still unknown, it has cer- tax have on the university? ture of Alaska’s budget? As industry. Could the decline state to foreign markets. tainly advanced the question What fields or industries oil prices have sharply de- in oil prices produce nega- These signs indicate further of Alaska’s budget. How may change if Alaska’s oil clined over the past months, tive effects for future Alas- advancement in Alaska’s will Alaska face the possi- continues to struggle in the Alaska has been noticeably ka workers? Current events industry, and may open the bility of declining revenue? world market? Whatever affected. seem to suggest so, with doors to future industries in Will further cuts be made in the cost may be, the deci- Future cuts will be a likely the greatest indicator being the State. the face of a shrinking oil sion will continue to be with scenario, even once the cost BP’s decision to sell massive Further still, the possibil- price, or could state taxes be Alaskan residents. More im- of oil is raised again, and the assets to Hillcorp this past ity of a state income tax has increased to reprimand bud- portantly, Alaskan students state will continue to feel November. entered the fold once more. get deficiencies? The Mat- must take a notice, and must the effects of a struggling Su College is not an island be aware of their state’s in- While the future may still Since being abolished in the international market. Alas- in the midst of a great sea, dustries and policies. be bright for students in 80’s, thanks to the growing ka’s revenue remains a very but is instead a cell in the many fields, it’s very impor- oil revenue in Alaska, the important issue, and con- microcosm that is the state
Second King continued from page 6 A knock on the door stirred him from look that told him that he wouldn’t say Benn remarked. “They know that food his brief slumber. anymore. He paused from signing his will be scarcer and that the Seat of trusted him. He read his letter to her over papers and looked out at the banners Mariador will be the only safe haven for once and found it satisfactory with the “Sir Ramar Caddenlot, Your Majesty.” flying on the parapets. the Akaii to settle. I intend to visit them exception of one detail. The voice of the younger Caddenlot called through the wooden doors. “It is good to see ravens and not crows myself when autumn arrives. Meantime, “P.S. When I return to Natill, my love, flying around Orma’s walls.” The sigil have your men flush out all those who I do believe a dance is in order.” “Your admittance is granted.” He sat conspire against their king. I trust no up while the knight entered. of House Caddenlot ringed the ramparts He folded the crisp letter with finality of the city. one else with this task, Sir Ramar; when and set it in an envelope that would “Lord Baraen has asked if you will I return I want to be able to visit the “Thank you, Your Majesty.” accompany the primary documents. remain here another fortnight.” queen without any delay.” Those documents took him hours “Nay, I will depart on the morrow, “I see your bannermen have to finish, as their eloquence had to highlighted the purple under its wings but not for the Seat.” Not for home and THIS FALL: Benn be underscored so as to prevent any Elenyah. since Lord Baraen was assigned his confusion among the lords and stewards. position.” returns to the Seat of The sun had sat in the sky for two hours “Where to, then?” the young knight the Kingdom from Tual, seemed bewildered. “It is meant only to underscore that when he finished, the muscles in his very thing, Your Majesty. Purple has only to be afflicted by a hand aching from the stiffening cold “The queen will make it known always been royal, and so we want mysterious dream and combined with the tedious scribbling. when your couriers get these to her,” Orma to know our merit before her a desperate cry for help He forced his eyes open with glacier he gestured to the ankle-high stack of king.” I need loyal, not royal, men. from the north. With too water from his sink so he could papers beside him. “I am bound west, many questions and too that is all you can know. Have a runner “I see. What news of the giants in the effectively sign, seal, and stack the Northern Kingdoms?” few answers, the Second parchments, carefully designating their set for the Western Port and arrange for King strives to understand a lone galley to meet me there.” “Our last reports sited them at the origin and their sincerity. There were his place in a design that many clever forgers in Silvara, but none “You are bound for Organthia?” cliffs of Aermenos. They have not yet charged into our allies’ borders.” defies the borders of lands who could remake letter for letter these “Only if it is necessary,” Benn and times. lengthy documents and abridge them. answered grimly. He gave Ramar a “As soon as winter hits, they will,” Summer 2015 15 workers in Alaska do not Feminism continued from page 2 enjoy protection from dis- noting a recent survey taken the boundaries of the Val- crimination in the workplace, by facilities and educators in ley’s own demographics and because of their sexual or Alaska which suggested that population, it might suggest gender orientation. How will roughly 50% of women state- stagnation for sexual and these issues be approached in wide had endured some sort of gender-related education and the Valley, or in the Mat-Su sexual or physical abuse, some services. College? of the highest rates in the Finally, how does this relate When asked about the country. As various groups to feminism? meaning of the word “femi- in the community, including nism”, many of the panelists As sexual issues are raised UA Student Services, pitch replied similarly. Feminism for the concerned crowd, other together to make changes for dealt with the equality of topics relating to women, gay women victimized, further gender and sexual rights in all or transgendered people, and routes of communications and areas, and the advancement even male roles in the house assistance are being imple- of those displaced because or workplace, are sometimes mented in trying to prevent of their gender or sexuality. ignored, or perhaps lumped rape and sexual abuse. Among This more umbrella-like term together in congruence. The them, as noted by a panelist, treats the subject as an impor- question of the wage-gap is STAR (Standing Together tant consideration for men, was raised in the panel by Against Rape) Alaska, a women, non-binary, straight, an educator, who noted that mostly-volunteer organization, gay, or asexual people in our many may fail to “believe” in which provides numerous society, while forcing the the issue of men and women’s services for women (and men). population to recognize the profits being differentiated, as Yet, even with the amount of disparities or failings of our the issue is often debated and services provided, there is still culture and institutions in seriously questioned. Either a surprising lack of support the treatment of one another. way, the issue stands out as in different scenarios in areas Feminism conjures up vari- a very important topic for outside of Anchorage (not ous ideas and conversations, women in school or entering including Anchorage’s much- some which may make many the workforce; are Alaska’s needed services). In its own uncomfortable or disgruntled. women being treated fairly in context, how does the Mat-Su Yet, no matter one’s perspec- the workplace? Valley wish to accommodate tive or ideas, the questions the citizens who are victim- Additionally, what can be raised by feminists (or allies ized? said for the gay, bisexual, various causes) require im- More importantly, as part transgender, or queer stu- portant consideration by all in of the greater University of dents? These students may school or the workplace. The Alaska, the Mat-Su College finish school or start new Mat-Su College, and commu- stays attuned to the concerns careers, only to be treated nity, must consider the ques- of all students across the state. less than their straight and tions and issues raised, and Yet, the college will continue cisgender peers or coworkers direct them in the best line of to provide services in and of in their own state. Following interest for her population. its own concerns. If develop- the failed proposition 5 some ment isn’t considered within years ago, these students or Get involved with YOUR paper! The Mat-Su Monitor is open to students of all experience levels. A paper like ours always needs writers, artists, graphic designers, advertisement coordinators, photographers, and more (maybe you can contribute something we haven’t even thought of)!
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