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By Anna Gerrol [email protected] Orlando Magic showcase players The Welcome Team at Valencia Community Col- lege’s West Campus will host a canned food drive By Alex Barrett run away with for the past three seasons. This season through September. [email protected] will be harder. This season will take more of a com- “September is actually Hunger Awareness Month,” mitment to return to the NBA Finals. But not a single commented Thanya Martinez, a member of the Wel- The Orlando Magic are in an interesting predica- Magic player was worried about all of it. come Team and one of the main organizers of the ment this season. At the brand new Amway Center on Monday, the food drive. The Atlanta Hawks are rising fast in their division. Orlando players and front office staff were available After brainstorming different ways to get involved, The Boston Celtics knocked the Magic out of last sea- to take pictures and speak about the upcoming sea- the Welcome Team figured that if every student do- son’s playoffs, returning the favor Orlando had giv- son, the free-agent shifts this offseason, and what to nated one can of food, together they could easily do- en them two years ago. Many teams in the Eastern expect during their run at an NBA title this year. nate thousands of cans to a good cause. Conference added depth and talent this season, and “We fully expect to contend,” said Magic head “Our supervisor, Pat Lee, brought it to our atten- one of those teams, the Miami Heat, now have half coach Stan Van Gundy. “It will be tough, but we tion,” Martinez. “We decided we wanted to help out of the starting lineup for the Dream Team under con- have a smart, talented group of guys that are willing Photo by Russell Griner, Valencia Voice in some way.” tract. The Heat will surely contend for the East, not to to play every day to win the game.” General Manager Otis Smith believes they can win it. Considering that 15,000 students enrolled at Valen- mention the Southeast Division title the Magic have Coach Van Gundy is entering his fourth season cia’s West campus alone, they would be able to help many families in need. with the Magic, and was immediately addressing the any of those teams’ talents,” noted Van Gundy. When Any nonperishable goods, such as canned meats rise of a new power in the East, with the Heat bring- asked about his friend Erik Spolestra and his coach- and veggies, are requested. ing in LeBron James and Chris Bosh to join Dwayne ing duties with the Heat, he responded that he hopes The items can be dropped off in Building 3 Wade in efforts to take down the Lakers for Miami’s Erik will “handle the situation fine, and hopes that Room 147. first title since 2007. That season, Van Gundy was un- he [Spolestra] enjoys the pressures of being expected “We’re planning on setting up boxes in every build- ceremoniously removed in the middle of the Heat to win.” ing, designated for can drop off,” added Cassandra Vil, campaign so Pat Riley could again coach a champion- Both general manager Otis Smith and COO Alex a student who is also working on the food drive. ship team built around Wade and Shaquille O’Neal. Martins believe they have the tools to succeed as All donations will be sent to Second Harvest Food The Magic scooped Van Gundy up while the Heat well, and share Van Gundy’s confidence. Bank, located at 2008 Brengle Ave. in Orlando. were still paying him royalties, thus fueling the fire “Our guys have never had a problem getting down If you would like to volunteer your time, the food between these two in-state rivals. to business,” said Smith. “Once the ball goes up, our bank will need help sorting out all the cans donated. “No one is doubting Miami’s talent, but they guys know how to play. We’re a veteran basketball You can stop by their location for more details. haven’t proven anything until they take the court. team, and we made a few roster tweaks this season Photo by Russell Griner, Valencia Voice Vince Carter, Jameer Nelson and Dwight Howard. We don’t doubt Milwaukee, Boston, Philadelphia, Continued on page 10 PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 2 Contents

New engineering Pgclub 4offers professional development

West Campus PgSGA 5 Host District 2 Paige 2 is a collection of thoughts on Meeting current news stories from reporters Paige Branson and Paige Preston.

Valencia Volunteers Pgcelebrate 6 Breast Cancer Celebrities: Awareness Month It seems these days the only positive thing Lindsay Lohan has going for her are her Not something you see on campus drugs test results. After testing positive for cocaine, Lohan was sent back to jail only everyday! A future student at Valencia to post a $300,000 bail. She stands by the belief that she needs rehab, not the slammer. Community College, Kyle Scott skate- Student Poll: Treatment has always worked wonders on her after all, hasn’t it? We say lock her up boarding through the hallways before Pg Favorite8 comedy and throw away the key! the Paige’s went to lunch! show

Scott Schaare Frozen Yougart of the week: Pink Pg 9re-establishes Berry Winter park SGA THINK TART!! “There are so many toppings to choose from and if you want your yogurt to-go, they provide a bag Season preimer of full of ice! I think that is a great idea!” Pg 10Steve Carrell’s last season of ‘The Office’

Pg 11Valencia student From the moment upon stepping into stars in ‘The Crucible’ the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” I knew it was going to be something I had never experienced before. PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 3

Karen T. Borchers, tax rate for city, school and county government in purchase by selling 30-year bonds, documents sub- San Jose Mercury Newark was $2.74 per $100, according to the state mitted to the finance board show. Facebook CEO donates News/MCT Mark Zucker- Treasury Department. Interest on the two bond deals would total $66 berg, Face- The building sale plan will require a 6-cent- million, about $11 million more than the money book CEO, per-$100 property tax increase to cover lease pay- the deals will generate for this year’s budget sup- $100 million to Newark donates to Newark. ments on the sold buildings of about $6.5 million port, the documents show. a year through 2030, documents submitted to the Details of the building sale, which Booker pro- By Dunstan McNichol and Terrence Dopp the Essex County Improvement Authority and the state’s Local Finance Board show. posed in August, were released today by the fi- Bloomberg News Newark Parking Authority would issue $101 million Besides the 2,750-seat Symphony Hall, which is nance board, which is scheduled to consider the in long-term bonds to pay the city $55 million for the valued at $6.9 million, the city has proposed selling proposal at its regular meeting Oct. 13. A letter Newark Mayor Cory Booker was in Chicago Fri- buildings, according to documents released today by the Improvement Authority its $28.7 million police approving the firing plan was released today by day for “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” where Face- the state. headquarters and courthouse, its Fire Department the state Civil Service Commission. book Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg do- “Newark’s city budget, like others across the coun- headquarters, eight firehouses and five city office Booker, like other mayors, has no choice but to pur- nated $100 million to the city’s schools. Back home, try, is going through a challenging period,” Booker, buildings, the plan filed with the state shows. sue such “dramatic” budget strategies, Dressel said. the financial picture was not so bright. a Democrat, said in a conference call after appearing The city also proposes to sell a 586-space parking “He’s not thinking outside the box; he basi- Booker this week advanced plans to balance his on “Oprah” with Zuckerberg and Republican Gov. garage at the Newark Legal Center to the Parking cally stepped on the box,” he said. “To me it’s municipal budget by firing 860 city workers on Nov. Chris Christie. Authority. The agency would raise $10 million for the doing what he has to do in these times.” 12 and selling 21 buildings including police head- The mayor said the $605 million municipal quarters and the 85-year-old Symphony Hall to two budget and that of the city’s 39,000-student public agencies. Booker, 41, mayor of New Jersey’s school district, about $940 million, are sepa- largest city since 2006, needs to bridge an $83 million rate and that one won’t weigh down the oth- gap in the budget that runs through Dec. 31. er. He estimated that Newark can be placed Get down to “You get one piece of good news, and you get three on solid fiscal ground within two years. or four pieces of bad news,” William Dressel, execu- Moody’s Investors Service rates the general-ob- tive director of the New Jersey League of Municipali- ligation debt for the city of 280,000 at A2, five lev- business with ties, said Friday. “It’s a tough time being a mayor.” els above investment grade. The rating has been Local governments may cut as many as 500,000 on review for a possible downgrade since Aug. 13 jobs over the next 18 months as they cope with fall- because of the budget problems. Columbia College. out from the most se- Separately, the state Division of Pensions and vere recession since Benefits released figures Friday showing New- the 1930s, the Wash- ark’s bill for police, fire and government worker “Columbia College’s price was right, schedule ington-based Nation- pensions will rise by $8.1 million, to $58.9 million, was perfect and location was convenient. al League of Cities in next year’s budget. Columbia College had everything I was said in a July report. City Council members in August rejected a looking for and more.” Seven in 10 city of- plan by Booker to raise $70 million for the 2010 Marie Linda Celestin ‘06 ficials indicated they budget by selling the city’s water system and re- Bachelor’s degree in business administration are cutting staff to lated property to a private operator. cope with the loss Booker had warned that without the funds from of property-tax rev- that proposed sale, the city needs to fire workers Matthew Staver, Bloomberg News On campus. Online. Or both. Newark mayor Cory Booker. enue, the group said. and impose a property-tax increase of 35 cents per Under Booker’s plan, $100 of assessed value. In 2009 the total property Toll free: (877) 999-9876 • www.ccis.edu/realpeople 2600 Technology Dr. • Orlando, FL APRIL 28, 2010 ® Official Student Media of Valencia Community College NEWS 4 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY Build your career at Valencia Online Information Center Program offered to students majoring in engineering SET YOUR GOALS AND ACHIEVE THEM By James Austin tion and assistance, as well as a network op- [email protected] portunity. “It’s going to be a good service to Va- lencia students,” Rogers said. The world needs engineers. To build roads and The organization was formed, this year, and bridges, cars and airplanes; to fix the world’s most of the activities that are being planned problems, like oil dependence or destruction by are still just ideas. However, they have already meteorite, engineers are necessary for the sur- announced their first project. vival of the human race. The Valencia Design Challenge, “Mars Rov- Thursday, a group of 15 future engineers gath- er” project will be, as Rogers put it, a class ered together for the first meeting of VESA, the project “on steroids.” Valencia Engineering Student Association. Based on the design project from the Intro to “The whole goal of VESA is to make sure that Engineering class at Valencia, competitors will design a vehicle that can navigate various ter- 4 “VESA is to make sure that rains, be operated by remote control, have a load capacity of 100 pounds and have a robotic arm. as many students get from The winning design, selected by the leader- where we are not to where ship board of VESA, will win its creators a 400 Earn your degree with a leader in online education. 8893 dollar prize and will then be funded and built we’re trying to go.” by the club, next semester. - Explore the wide range of associate’s, bachelor’s, and VESA is also hoping to host guest speakers master’s degrees you can earn online -Tyree Rogers from local engineering companies, as well as, provide “shadowing” opportunities, allow- - Discover personalized support to help you complete © 2010 National University ing students to follow a professional engineer your education as many [engineering] students get from where through a typical workday. we are now to where we’re trying to go,” said The meetings are currently being held every - Talk with an enrollment counselor and create the right VESA president and founder Tyree Rogers. other week and the future for the club is look- education plan to meet your goals “We’re all going through most of the same ing bright. Even though this group is new, the difficulties, so why not help each other out?” students are excited to have the chance to create - Experience the fl exibility of taking an online course asked Rogers. something of their own. - Learn about fi nancial aid options The difficulties he’s talking about are the “VESA is whatever we want it to be,” Rogers challenging courses that make up an engineer- said. “We own this.” ing major. These are courses including calculus, Visit the National University statistics and thermodynamics, to name a few. Online Information Center in Orlando: Rogers sees VESA as a place for collabora- 25 West Crystal Lake Street, Suite 157 Orlando, FL 32806-4475 degrees.nu.edu/Orlando

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Dreams come true for alien children SGA busy on campus Dream act proposal in works By Ariba Hashma of the committee. [email protected] Treasurer Tyree Rogers gave a briefing on the budget. “I am pleased to report thus far, By Collin Dever Valencia’s Student Government Association we’re alright budget wise,” said Rogers, who [email protected] staff met for their general meeting on Tuesday, mentioned that he was in search of a replace- Sept. 22. The meeting was called to order at ment before his upcoming graduation. Al- In the hierarchy of the Student Government As- 1:05 p.m. ready to tackle a busy agenda. though still settling into the beginning of the Photo by Collin Dever, Valencia Voice sociation, there exists an organization linking all West Campus’ SGA president, Juliana Montoya, on right. With regards to any meetings formalities and fall semester, the budget was deemed fine. the community colleges in Florida on district and routines, the meeting began with members of Votes were casted for new members and state levels. Act which, through debate, will ultimately become the executive board recapping their progress. then the floor was turned over to a guest; the The Florida Junior Community College Student the FJCCSGA position on the Dream Act, and will be President Juliana Montoya called the meeting president and founder of the United Relief Government Association, or FJCCSGA, is an organi- presented to Florida legislators. to order and briefed the members about her Force Foundation - a non-profit organization - zation that forms stances on legislation being argued The Dream Act falls short because those stu- meeting with the Board of Trustees which took providing disaster relief where required. in the Florida legislation and lobby on behalf of the dents who enter college are left in a position place earlier this week. Guy Chevalier, a former Valencia stu- Student Government Association. where they cannot receive loans from the federal One of the topics discussed was a plan re- dent, came to SGA for help regarding his District Two of FJCCSGA held their first meeting of government. Excluding scholarships, the stu- garding Valencia’s transportation system. organization, stating he has a goal to help the year at Valencia Community College West Cam- dents would have to find a way to pay for school Trustees discussed the option of “imple- many countries in need but for this meet- pus on Friday Sept. 24. This is the first time District out of pocket. menting a shuttle system for the Valencia ing his focus was on Haiti and Pakistan; Two has met at the West Campus. West Campus’ SGA has already established their campus,” Montoya said. two nations that have been traumatically District Two includes Valencia Community Col- position in support of the Dream Act. Vice president Patrick O’Connor enlightened affected by natural disaster. lege, Daytona State College, Seminole State Col- “It’s a smart idea,” said Max Murphy, SGA’s sena- his fellow SGA members of the meeting he Chevalier has gone to Haiti before but lege, Lake Sumter Community College, and Indian tor of public relations. “It gives any individual the had attended for Inter-Club-Council (I.C.C.), his motion with SGA was simply for vol- River Community College. chance to be a college student.” which spoke about the upcoming Club Fair. unteer help done in the community. “Basi- After taking some time to introduce one anoth- The District Two meeting also focused on estab- O’Connor was alongside David Duvet, sena- cally, we are asking for help to send some er, the District Two meeting focused on discuss- lishing a District Two event. The plans are still not tor of clubs and organizations, as he informed stored supplies to Haiti,” sad Chevalier. ing the Dream Act. set in stone but the idea is to have a big celebration the team about the Club Fairs’ theme - fall. “The main concern is the supplies will rot The Dream Act is aimed at providing children, for those less fortunate over either the Thanksgiving Other important reports included parlia- or be of no use if stored too long.” who are not citizens of the United States, an oppor- or holiday season. mentarian Jonathan Lamones, who spoke Chevalier proposed SGA allow URFF be rep- tunity to serve in the military or go to college. “There would be a donation of food first and then on the constitution, and said he intends resented in the events hosted by SGA. After being accepted into the military or an institu- maybe gifts,” said Murphy. on “getting with governmental affairs and “We need money and volunteers to help with tion of higher learning, the child would be granted Representatives from all of Valencia’s Student Gov- chief of staff to review and work on the the stored supplies,” he said and pleaded that provisional residency. When the child completes ernment Associations were present at the meeting. new constitution.” SGA, having a large presence all over campus, their service or education, the provisional residency The event was an opportunity for members of stu- He informed the group that the old con- would greatly benefit this organization. would transition into full citizenship. dent government to share their ideas and help inspire stitution was currently in force and the For Valencia students looking to help with Each college will form a position on the Dream new ways of improving the college experience. new constitution would need the review URFF, visit unitedrff.org. PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 6 Participate In Pink Art show raises breast cancer awareness

By Sabrina Alvarez because we never know what can happen [email protected] tomorrow. Breast cancer is also important to me because it can happen to anyone Breast cancer awareness month is just even me.” around the corner; stores are going to start Valencia’s faculty and students can selling merchandise with the pink rib- come and enjoy a day of art and contrib- bon, yogurt companies will have the lids ute to the Susan G. Komen Global Race with special codes allowing consumers to for the Cure, by participating in the bid- donate money per code they enter on the ing auction that will be done on the art website. work created by students at Valencia. The Student Development at Valencia The artwork will be displayed at Valen- CommunityCollege will be contributing cia’s West campus on October 5th though to this cause by allowing students to par- the 6th from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. in ticipate in any way that expresses their room 105 inside the Health and Science unique creativity and artistic ability. building, which is next to building 1. But Justiss Wilder who is part of the Valen- if you are not able to go to the viewing, cia Volunteers said, “Well, we actually the art pieces can be viewed and auc- got our idea from UCF, but Valencia’s tioned on throughout all of October on- primary reason is to raise breast cancer line at www.dshfiugfhiufghwi.com. awarness among the college students, and 100 percent of the money collected from Republicians make pledge to America our secondary reason is to get students to each students’ artwork will go towards participate and have a good time.” the Susan G. Komen Global Race for the The Joplin Globe, Mo. (pre-Obama administration) as the base- accountable in the future. Express your art in any way that you Cure. (MCT) line to fund federal programs. The pledge is, first and foremost, a would like, this includes, poetry, draw- Each student can do a maximum of four * Permanently stop “job-killing taxes.” statement of principles from which ings, photography, and even bra canvas- pieces of art. Therefore, Valencia students Sept. 29--In their recently released * Require congressional approval of much can be inferred. “America is the es. that are interested and want to partici- Pledge to America, Republicans can no any new federal regulation that may add belief that any man or woman can ... ad- This event is open to both men and pate in this wonderful event have to drop longer be called the party of “no.” to the deficit or affect job creation. vance themselves, their families and the women, because as we all know men are of their works of art, with an entry form They have told the voters exactly what * Make further efforts to stop spending common good.” also affected by this illness. So men do for each piece in building 3, room 147 no they will do if their party assumes major- and reduce the size of government. The Pledge to America offers up a set not be shy and be a man by contributing later then Friday October 1, 2010. ity control of the House of Representa- * Repeal Obama’s health care plan. of principles for a party that has strug- to the pink cause. Zia-ur-Rehman Ansari Students this is a perfect time to be cre- tives after the November 2010 elections. If indeed this pledge is more than gled to define what it stands for. Voters said, “Cancer is not a sexest disease so me ative and show others your talent while Here are just a few of the actions pre-election rhetoric, we give the Re- will have the final say on whether the being a male does not exclude me from helping others in need. pledged by the House Republicans: publicans high marks for giving voters pledge becomes promise. taking part and fighting for the humanity * Establish the 2008 federal budget a scorecard on which they can be held PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 7

OUR VOICE Official Student Media of Valencia Community College Newsroom | 407-582-5040 The comedy of our generation Advisor | 407-582-1170 On August 29, only a few hours before daughter Lily. week? What are the common threads For comments or general inquiries Valencia started classes back up for its fall The Emmy’s from the past few years these shows share? email us at: semester the next day, the 62nd Primetime have awarded shows like “30 Rock,” “The Certainly the sense of realism has be- Emmy Awards took place. This year the Office,” and “Two and a Half Men” with come essential to creating a successful [email protected] big winners included “Mad Men,” “The the same comedic pedigree. Even back in comedy series. This has always been true; Pacific,” and of course “Modern Family.” the early 2000s, shows in the same vain the more relatable, believable characters Editor in Chief | Nikki Namdar Yes, perhaps the most prestigious were popular, like, “Everybody Loves and storylines often get the best reception. [email protected] awards, those for comedy, were dominat- Raymond” and “Friends.” Recently however, this seems to be more ed by ABC’s run-away success, “Modern These shows all have many of the same vital than ever. Lawrence K. Ho/Los Angeles Times/MCT Family.” It won awards for outstanding writers, producers, and similar styles of As with the rise of organic foods, natu- Eric Stonestreet holds his trophy for outstand- Managing Editor | Collin Dever casting, outstanding picture editing, out- comedy throughout them. In fact both ral energies, and the most realistic com- ing supporting actor in a Comedy Series. [email protected] standing sound mixing, outstanding writ- “Modern Family” and “The Office” share puter-generated visuals movies have ever ing, and of course, outstanding comedy a new style of filming which has quickly shown, so too has the demand for more re- These days, what makes shows what News | Kenny Wagner series. gained popularity. The pseudo-documen- alistic programming risen. A clear, though they are, what makes them memorable, [email protected] Even one of the show’s actors, Eric tary style of interviewing the actors effec- depressing, example of this is the similar are the connections and interactions be- Stonestreet won an individual enemy for tively increases the honesty and realism of rise of reality shows. tween the characters and the real-life sce- Opinion | Jon Terbeche outstanding supporting actor in a comedy their characters. Still riding off the scars of September narios in which they find themselves. This [email protected] series, for his role of Cameron, a married But what exactly is it that attracts so 11, still in the never-ending cycle of war formula is exactly what “Modern Fam- gay male raising his adopted Vietnamese many people to come back week after in the middle-east, and presented with the ily” uses, so its success is to be expected. Features | Jenn Stripling continuous hardships of an unstable eco- It is able to perfectly capture the ridicu- [email protected] nomic climate and recession, the need for lous predicaments today’s families find society to get back to reality, and recon- themselves in and makes a statement and Sports | Russell Griner nect with nature has never been stronger. dialogue with the viewers all at the same [email protected] Following this idea, it seems quite obvi- time. ous that a show about a modern, well-to- Comedy may not be a ubiquitous thing, Sales | Alex Barrett do family just trying to survive life, would able to change across cultures and genera- [email protected] be popular. All of these shows follow sto- tions. If that’s true then certainly our gen- ries of common, everyday people leading eration and culture seeks to connect with average, albeit hilarious, lives. regular, funny people living in modern Photo Editor | Collin Dever One progressive change from previous times and who are part of a secure, yet oh- [email protected] comedy landmarks is the diminishing so-dysfunctional family. importance placed on unique, individual “Modern Family” is the penultimate ex- characters. Shows like “Frasier,” “Will & ample of a fitting comedy. It is appropriate For advertising information contact Grace,” and even “Seinfeld” emphasized and contemporary and downright hilari- Alex Barrett at memorable characters that, even though ous. It’s success, however, is undoubtedly Lawrence K. Ho/Los Angeles Times/MCT [email protected] The cast of “Modern Family” won for outstanding comedy series at the 62nd Annual Primetime relatable, made their shows what they defined by the times. Who knows what Emmy Awards Show on Sunday, August 29, 2010 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. were. winning comedies next year will bring? PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 8 POLL What are your favorite comedy shows and why?

Laughter breeds happiness

By James Austin [email protected]

Most of the top-rated shows on television right now are comedy shows. “The Big Bang Theory,” “How I Met Your Mother,” and “The Office,” which all had their season premiers last week, are just a few that made a number of top 10 lists last year. ABC’s stellar Wednesday lineup also The Game, Chapelle’s Show, and I don’t really watch TV, but I like I still love 30 Rock. I just started I used to watch Red Skelton, George kicked off with “The Middle,” “Modern Family,” and “Cou- reality TV. I like dry and sarcastic Family Guy and the Whitest Kids U’ watching The Office, too. I like dif- Carlin, Abbott and Costello, and the gar Town.” comedy. As long as it’s consistent. Know. Offensive stuff is the best. ferent styles of humor. Usually Three Stooges. High brow comedy So what draws us to these shows? Why do we choose more serious, scripted stuff. based on the human condition is great. to spend our valuable time after work or school sitting in — Joslyn Aleem — Brianna Large — Paul Carino — Stephen McCollom front of a television laughing at the antics of Steve Carell? The answer is pretty simple really, comedies help us un- derstand the crazy world we live in by making us laugh at the ridiculousness around us. It takes a complicated and messed up world and simplifies it down into something we can easily comprehend. Abed, a character on the show “Community” said it well in this season’s premier, “TV makes sense. It has logic, structure, rules, and likable leading men. In life we have this.” Comedies are also used to relax. As opposed to dra- mas or Sci-Fi shows comedies don’t require a whole lot of thinking to follow the stories or the characters. In fact they are almost always differing variations on the same recurring characters. This means you don’t have to waste a lot of time and energy learning the traits or charms of I watch reality TV. Jersey Shore, Modern Family is hilarious. Cul- It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Katt Williams is great. The Boon- new characters because you already know them all. The Bad Girls Club. I love watching tural refrences and interactions and Modern Family. Misfortune on docks, too. Somebody who knows dumb people doing dumb stuff. between kids and parents makes for another person’s behalf. what they’re talking about, who’s good comedy. real. Photos by Russell Griner; Reporting by Jonathan Terbeche — Tacy Fenton — Joslyn Aleem — Stephen Wolf — Ronnie Starbird Official Student Media of Valencia Community College FEATURES APRIL 28, 2010 9 Winter Park SGA gathers

By Collin Dever said Schaare. a connection with their students, [email protected] Now as SGA president, Schaare’s Schaare hopes to move into pro- first task will be to assemble his team viding the same events as the oth- It is astounding what some cu- of senators and representatives that er campuses. riosity and free time can lead will help him to achieve his vision. “We have a list of all the events that students at Valencia Community Sitting next to him was Gidet LeB- have happened in the past, and what College to do. After inquiring, lanc, the Winter Park senator of mar- I want to do is expand that list and less than a month ago, about the keting and the only other current make it a lot larger,” said Schaare. Student Government Association member of SGA. Their budget for the year is 11,325 on the Winter Park campus, Scott Strange, that the senator for mar- dollars. With lots of work and some Schaare is now the president. keting position would be filled before strong organization, the Winter Park Schaare’s position of power was say vice president or treasurer, but SGA can flourish into a full fledged not granted by election, because be- not if you understand what Schaare student organization. WANTING TO GET MORE OUT fore Schaare, no one expressed inter- is trying to accomplish. Who knows, in time we may find OF LIFE Is sTRONG. est in being in SGA at Winter Park. “Right now, I think [our job] is the students of Winter Park served “In my case, we had an interview to get the ball rolling again,” said better than any other Valencia process and I sat for the interviews Schaare. “[The SGA] has been dis- campus. If a strong dialogue is es- GETTING ThE MOsT OUT and I answered all their questions,” solved for the past couple years. tablished, certainly, with the small OF LIFE Is ARMy sTRONG. [We] need to set SGA back up and number of students, the SGA can let it be known.” work to personally address more Schaare talked a lot of the work go- student issues. ing into re-establishing a connection Perhaps, the small number of stu- There’s strong. Then there’s Army strong. with the students, explaining why dents will prove a hindrance and The strength that comes from expert training in one filling the marketing position was his might not provide enough students of over 150 different career fields—as well as money for primary goal. to attend the events. The SGA’s college. Find out how to get it at goarmy.com/strong. With no SGA operating on the words could fall on deaf ears. Winter Park campus, students have Maybe that’s why the SGA was forgetten their presence. It is now dissovled in the first place. time to re-establish that presence and Time will prove the ultimate an- again begin to provide meaningful swer to these questions, but Scott QUALIFY FOR A CASH BONUS UP TO $40,000 services to those students. Through Schaare and his team certainly have AND UP TO $81,000 FOR COLLEGE. events and a more public identity on work ahead of them.

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sible romance during season six, Erin (Ellie Kemper) No more laughs has started dating nerdy Gabe (Zach Woods). Andy (Ed Helms) tries to keep his cool about the Madness before matrimony situation and that is the last time that the Erin/Gabe for ‘The Office’ romance is mentioned. Boutique bargains benefit brides before big day After a prank gone wrong Dwight and Pam get stuck By Veronica Figueroa in the elevator. It wasn’t that funny of a prank, how- [email protected] ever, Dwight freaks out and establishes a “pee corner” Heidy Martinez etc. Are you flustered yet? which was strange, yet hilarious. [email protected] Karla Marcado and her groom, Nathan Bas- NBC’s Thursday The main conflict of the episode was the new intern tos, are locals from Kissimmee, who believe line-up is here. Thank that was hired, Luke Cooper (Evan Peters), who gets It’s true, a wedding is a ceremony where two that catering is an essential part of the whole heaven! Most impor- on everyone’s nerves and messes up the simplest of people unite in matrimony, because they are wedding. tantly, season seven of tasks. in love. But in reality, planning a wedding can "Planning and getting everything together, “The Office” has ar- When tensions start boiling, Michael admits that become overwhelming for couples and their to make it a perfect day, is the most stressful," rived. Now you can Luke is his half-sister’s son and he hired the kid because wallets. Marcado said. spend your Thursday he was his only link to that side of the family. Michael On September 19, “Perfect Wedding Guide” Surprisingly, there were over 20 grooms at nights sitting on the can’t bring himself to fire his nephew so instead he loses had their Bridal Show at the Buena Vista Pal- the event, supporting the brides by involving couch like you’re sup- his cool, spanks Luke, and Luke runs out of the office ace Hotel and Spa, where over 50 vendors set themselves in the wedding planning. They posed to. crying. up booths display their services. were even willing to go up on stage to win The first episode of It was a weird first episode but at least it kept it minds There are so many choices to be made, before grand prizes for their wedding. season seven, “Nepo- off of the fact that this is Carell’s last season on the show. a wedding, such as the dress, which flowers to Carol Shaw, who is to be married in Janu-

c/o MCT Campus tism,” started off with He has confirmed that he will leave after the 2010-2011 order, party favors, invitations, music, lights, ary, came to the Bridal Show with some of her This is Steve Carell’s last season a hilarious lip dub to season ends. What will happen to the show once “The girlfriends. as Michael Scott on ‘The Office.’ “Nobody But Me” by World’s Best Boss” leaves? “I want something that sparks my eye and The Human Bienz, in- “I think that when Carell leaves the show will go on makes me say, ‘Oh, that's different,’" said Shaw. cluding Erin on roller skates, Kelly and Ryan arguing for a couple of seasons and then it will get cancelled,” During the show, guests were able to have (as usual!) and Michael Scott attempting magic tricks. said Danika Cachero, a Valencia student. “It’ll be like complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cake sam- “The Office is probably one of my favorite shows,” when Sarah Michelle Gellar quit ‘Buffy The Vampire ples. Even competitors from "Party Flavors said Ferdous Rahman, a Valencia student. ”It makes a Slayer.’ What is the show without the central character?” Custom Cakes" on TLC's “Ultimate Cake Off” boring place [like an office] into an exciting and funny “When Steve Carell leaves the show, I will probably were there, giving taste samples of their cakes one and I am all about that.” continue to watch it,” Michelle Vivaldi said, a Valencia and showcasing their work. Unfortunately, after the opening scence, the humor student. The whole event, not only made the plan- ended. This new episode was all over the place many The episode ends with Gabe, Toby (Paul Lieberstein) ning fun, but also gave these couples some plots going on at the same time but none of them had and Michael in the conference room. In order to keep cool ideas and exposed them to some of the anything to do with each other. his job and avoid a lawsuit Michael has to have six best business Orlando has to offer in the wed- The show didn’t address anything that happened counseling sessions with Toby for physically assault- ding industry. On-site discounts were given in the past season, like finding out whether Jo Ben- ing Luke. It’s common knowledge that Michael dis- for coming to the event, as well. nett (Kathy Bates) was really going to let Holly Flax likes Toby, so these counseling sessions are something For more information about this, a list of up- (Amy Ryan) transfer back to Dunder Mifflin’s Scran- to look forward to as the season progresses. coming Bridal events, or if you need help for ton Branch. To watch this season, tune in to NBC Thursday night Photo by Heidy Martinez your big day, please visit After teasing the audience with an Erin/Andy pos- at 9 p.m. A gown displayed at the bridal event. www.perfectweddingguide.com. PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 11 Wizarding Student executes role World amazes Sarah Andrew flawlessly stars in ‘The Crucible’

Universal Studios By Paige Preston cepted,” Andrew said. Crucible,” reading the play, and [email protected] It was Warren’s transformation putting herself in her character’s brings the stories to life that drew Andrew to the role. shoes. “I put myself in the situa- Most students have a difficult “She starts as a mouse of a char- tion in Salem... as this scared girl... enough time trying to balance acter... and throughout the play the one who’s influenced easily to By Paige Branson school, work, and a social life; turns into this pompous girl,” lie and lie again,” Andrew said. [email protected] much less throwing the pur- Andrew said. By the end of the It’s cause to wonder how An- suit of an acting career into the play she is a “mouse, no more.” drew, who demonstrates such From the moment upon stepping into the mix. Sarah Andrew, a 17 year Andrew goes through a trans- dedication to her craft, can also “Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” fans know old, first-year Valencia student, lead a successful academic life, it is going to be something they have never ex- makes it look effortless. but she somehow balances it all. perienced before. It was truly magical walking Andrew currently stars in “I hope to attend NYU, for act- through the streets of Hogsmeade. Photo by Collin Dever, Valencia Voice local Orlando playhouse, The- ing, after Valencia,” Andrew said. A young pupil of magic finds the wand destined for her. Universal wanted to do something differ- atre Downtown’s rendition of In the long run, her goal is to ent, like never before, and they achieved this “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” “The Crucible.” The play, often work in off-Broadway productions. goal at the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter.” is like nothing that has ever been experienced considered to be playwright “The Crucible[’s]” 3 hour run- Throughout the park, the magic is evident, before, the graphics were astonishing! Arthur Miller’s masterpiece, time flies by almost too quickly Harry Potter and friends are brought to life. Fans can also purchase souvenirs, can- takes place during the Salem as Andrew’s, and the rest of the “This is my second time here. It exceeds all dy and much more during their stay in the witch trials of 1692. cast’s, incredibly engaging per- my expectations and that is why I came back,” magical world of Potter. In fact, one of the Andrew’s character, Mary War- formances draw you into the said Marquise Sitkowski, a fan of Harry Pot- stores,“Three Broomsticks,” was completely ren, gets sucked into a web of lies nail-biting storyline. ter. magical! strewn by antagonist Abigail Wil- Offering just as much drama Another fan, Brittani Franczek said, “My This store had magical wands, mugs, liams - which leads to the impris- and suspense as any prime-time Photo by Paige Preston, Valencia Voice favorite part was the ride! We had to wait an brooms and clothing for all of your Potter ex- onment and death of numerous vil- Andrew’s backstage after performing. TV series, the play will not just hour and it was definitely worth the wait!” pectations, from moving staircases to magical lagers on counts of witchcraft. interest theater-enthusiasts, but The first week the amusement park opened, wands; this was ideal. While watching Andrew per- formation, herself, in order to ac- also a broader audience. the lines were six hours long. To omit this ob- Fans favor the part of the journey where form, her talents are evident in curately portray Warren, having The Crucible runs at The- stacle, express passes are available and can be they have to make the difficult decision of her convincing portrayal of the to extinguish her own infectiously atre Downtown through Oct. 9, purchased for early park admission, one hour which beverage to consume; Pumpkin juice meek, easily-influenced War- joyful nature. Her ability to do so with performances on Thurs- before the park opens. Avoid waiting in long or Butter Beer. ren, serving forward a heavy, is an homage to her acting abilities. day, Friday and Saturday start- lines and start soaring through Hogwarts on Potter fans and theme park enthusiasts will emotional performance. To truly grasp the essence of her ing at 8 p.m. There is a special the “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” find the experience to be incredibly powerful. “My character is very insecure, character, Andrew prepared by Sunday matinee on Oct. 3 at ride. It’s a life that you never imagined before. she does what she can to be ac- watching a movie version of “The 2:30 p.m. PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 12 PAIGE 2 NEWS 3 OPINION 7 FEATURES 9 SPORTS 12 September 29, 2010 Official Student Media of Valencia Community College 13 Confidence abound on media day Continued from page 1 “I was tired of the talk... right after LeBron said ing other players and media. that he was going to Miami. We added some good Richardson joins point guard Chris Duhon as a to give ourselves the ability to win basketball games, people to a strong core of players, and we’re going to free-agent acquisition for the Magic this season, and simple as that.” beat a lot of teams, we’re going to beat the Heat, too. he was quick to let everyone know he was not only “We can win, and will win,” added Martins. “We We’re not going to concern ourselves with the Miami happy but also proud to leave the team that seem- have a winning combination that includes this new Heat.” ingly every player wanted to go to this season, the arena that not only allows our fans and players to be Miami Heat. proud of where they play but that, from a financial “Now I get to take my aggression out on them, be- standpoint, will bring in millions of dollars to the ing rivals and all,” said Richardson, laughing. Central Florida area.” Duhon chimed in, noting that he is already happy Martins, as well as many of the players, added that with what he has seen of this Orlando team. this was “... by far, without question the best arena in “I have never been a part of a team that was so to- the league,” and noted that there have been “many gether, or so hardworking. It was great to see every- teams that have won a championship in the first year one back from the offseason so early, ready to work in their new facility.” out and get ready for the season.” The Magic brass can gloat about the new arena as Duhon added that it will be great to have the ability much as they want, but in the end it will be the play- to play with his college teammate J.J. Redick, whom ers that dictate how the season turns out. Photo by Russell Griner, Valencia Voice should see a much more involved role this season af- Ryan Anderson playing some tunes for fans. “This facility is very beautiful, the best in the ter finally breaking out last year, proving the Magic league,” said All-Star center Dwight Howard. “We’re Starting point guard Jameer Nelson reverberated were correct in being patient and letting him find his Photo by Russell Griner, Valencia Voice going to make sure that we bring it when we play in Howard’s thoughts on the team as well. niche. J.J. Redick stands ready to get more play this season. it.” “We added some new pieces, but we have the “Everyone seems to be motivated to beat Miami Dwight also wasn’t phased by the Heat hype that chemistry, and that is what’s most important. Every- this season,” remarked Redick. “The teams worried on October 10. The first game of the season for the is spreading through the league. one has talent, and the Heat have a lot of talent, but about that are losing sight of the real goal, a cham- Magic will be played in the new Amway Center on we have talent too and we’re just going to get over- pionship. If you need outside motivation at this lev- October 28 against division rival Washington Wiz- looked again and prove people wrong.” el, you’re going to fail as a team. We’re ready to go, ards at 8 p.m. Nelson says he feels healthy and is looking forward ready to win a championship.” The Orlando Magic unveil their new arena, the Am- to holding himself, and his teammates accountable Redick also commented on the nature of the rival- way Center, this Friday. The new venue has a very for their actions more this year than past years. ry that is forming between the Magic and the Heat, modern feel, using a unique mixture of glass and met- In fact, coach Van Gundy held a two-hour meeting remembering his playing days with Duke, and their al materials to create a stadium that is three times the before media day with the players, having them go huge in-state rival, North Carolina. “It is good for the size of the current Amway Arena. The outside wall over their roles and what they would like to accom- league, good for the fans and teams. It is also good facing Interstate-4 has a giant graphic wall that can be plish, which seemed to bring the team closer together for us. We’re going to beat them, but it will be a good changed, and a 180-foot tall spire that sticks out among during the day’s events. challenge for us.” the downtown skyline. Inside the environmentally Players were parading around together, playing The Orlando Magic open their preseason on Oc- responsible green-inspired arena will be 1,100 digital musical instruments, and newcomer Quentin Rich- tober 5, and the first game in the new arena will be monitor displays, and the largest high-definition on- Photo by Russell Griner, Valencia Voice New Magic men, Quentin Richardson and Chris Duhon. ardson was even leading a camera around interview- in the preseason against the New Orleans Hornets court video board in the NBA. Official Student Media of Valencia Community College SPORTS APRIL 28, 2010 14

Week

4 (Picks are winners, they do Alex Barrett Breanne Murphy Russell Griner not take odds into account.) 40-8 21-27 32-16

NYJ @ BUF

DEN @ TEN

DET @ GB

SF @ATL

SEA @ STL

CAR @ NO

BAL @ PIT

CIN @ CLE

IND @ JAC

HOU @ OAK

WAS @ PHI

ARI @ SD

CHI @ NYG

MONDAY NIGHT

NE @ MIA