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WomenAlyssa Katz You Should Know Jane Addams Bessie Coleman Christine Jorgensen Indira Gandhi Malala Yousafzai After graduating Rockford Female American aviator, Bessie Coleman, The 2nd child of a contractor and Known as the Iron Lady of India, The “Schoolgirl Who Stood up to Seminary (now Rockford University) was the first woman of African- his wife, Christine Jorgensen was Indira Gandhi was a central figure the Taliban,” Malala Yousafzai has in 1881 and studying in Europe, American and of Native America named George W. Jorgensen Jr. of the Indian National Congress become an inspirational figure descent to hold a pilot’s license. upon her birth in 1926. Jorgensen is for people worldwide. When the Born in 1892, Coleman grew remembered as the first American Taliban attacked girls’ schools in her up poor, in a small Texas town. trans woman widely known in the hometown, she gave an impassioned Working the cottonfields with her US for having sex reassignment speech—at age 11—titled, “How sharecropper family, she attended a dare the Taliban take away my

Jane Addams set out to make a difference. Eventually becoming a Party, and, to date, the only female driving force in women’s suffrage Prime Minister of India, taking on and world peace, she started by that role in 1966. Serving as her co-founding, with college friend surgery. Drafted by the US Army father’s personal assistant during and partner, Ellen Gates Starr, Hull after graduating high school in his tenure as prime minister from House, in her hometown of Chicago. 1945, Jorgensen served in World 1947 to 1964, it was only natural she Hull House quickly became an War II. Following military service, would follow his lead into politics. epicenter for women’s enlightenment small, segregated school, spending Jorgensen attended school, worked, Indira Gandhi served in the Cabinet and education. With 25 women in one semester at Langston U. From and around this time, heard about before being elected prime minister. basic right to education?”. She went residence, along with Addams an early age, Bessie had her eye sex reassignment surgery. Traveling Through her time in office (1966 – on to write a regular blog, under and Starr; committed to research on the sky; however, Coleman to Copenhagen, Jorgensen obtained 1977, and again from 1980 until her an alias, for the BBC. When her around issues of social health, they struggled as an African-American permission to undergo surgery to assassination in 1984) she was able identity was revealed in 2009, she conducted investigations on topics and woman facing discrimination align her physical reality and sexual to regulate an oil crisis the country faced threats culminating in a 2012 such as housing, midwifery, fatigue, in an intolerant world. Fascinated identity. On return to the US in the was facing, create many jobs, and assassination attempt. Surviving the and truancy. Hull House’s facilities by stories of soldiers returning early ‘50s, Jorgensen’s transformation establish equal pay for men and near-fatal gunshot to the head at 15 included a night school for adults, from WWI, Coleman vowed to was subject of a New York Daily women. The biggest achievement years old, this Pakistani teenager clubs for children, a public kitchen, an fulfill her dream of flying. America News front-page story. An instant of Indira Gandhi after the 1971 refused to stop speaking out on art gallery, gym, music school, drama offered no options for women at celebrity, she wrote a memoir, and election was India’s decisive women’s rights—particularly the group and theater, library, meeting the time, and she was also barred worked as an actress and entertainer. victory in the Indo-Pakistani War right to equal education. Though her rooms, an employment bureau, and from flight school due to her race. Celebrity didn’t guarantee an easy of 1971, that led to the formation family was forced to seek sanctuary many other resources. Her adult Determined not to let injustice life; Jorgensen faced discrimination of independent Bangladesh. To outside Pakistan, Yousafzai became night school was a forerunner of the squelch aspiration, she saved as an openly trans woman. For deal with India’s food problems, a tireless advocate for girls’ rights. continuing education classes offered enough money to travel to France, example, she was unable to marry Gandhi expanded the emphasis on Speaking out against oppressive by many universities today. In where she would be able to make her fiancé, Howard Knox, because production of inputs to agriculture Taliban rule, she has demanded addition to providing social services her dreams come true. Accepted her birth certificate identified her that had already been initiated by women have access to proper and cultural events for the immigrant into French flight school, Coleman as male; Knox lost his job when his her father. India’s Green Revolution, education. Spreading a message of population of the neighborhood, Hull obtained her pilot’s license in 1921. engagement to Jorgensen became under her government in the 1970s, empowerment, through her book, I House afforded an opportunity for Over the next few years, until known. Rather than succumbing to transformed the country from a Am Malala, a documentary, titled, He young social workers to acquire her early death—in a 1926 plane ignorance and shaming, Jorgensen nation heavily reliant on imported Named Me Malala, and in speaking training. Her mission through crash—Bessie Coleman performed used celebrity as a platform to grains and prone to famine to engagements throughout the world, Hull House resulted in Addams’ in countless airshows. Though her advocate for trans people. Known being largely able to feed itself, and Malala has become one of the most distinction as the “Mother of Social career, and life, were sadly cut for her directness and polished become successful in achieving its influential young women the world Work”. She later became President of short, by defeating the odds and wit, her most lasting contribution goal of food security. A year after has ever seen. Because of her efforts the Women’s International League boldly answering those who dared is her effort to break down injustice her murder she was honored with on behalf of oppressed women for Peace and Freedom, leading to question the worth of a woman of against trans people and to educate the National Integration Award, and children, she was named her winning the Nobel Peace Prize color, she has inspired many to about the realities of being trans in a and was named one of the best co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931. follow her footsteps to the skies. sometimes hostile world. Prime Ministers in Indian history. in 2014 at just 17 years old.

symbolic guide to the shores of freedom, Lady Our nation was founded on principles of of this nation many of us are “exiles” from one Liberty is the embodiment of the American inclusion. The first seven presidents of this place or another, and we have always been Lady Liberty Dream. This is the full text of the 1883 Emma Union, though born on the American continent, called to provide refuge to others. Christopher Gordon Lazarus sonnet installed on a plaque at the were born before the United States of America The United States of America is young com- monument’s base. were established. Until the Constitution was pared to many of the world’s nations. When ratified in 1788, the American colonies were those in the Old World were cast as undesir- The New Colossus still under British rule. George Washington able (poor, of the “wrong” faith, expendable, through John Quincy Adams, one and all, were sold as property), they found their way to Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame, English nationals first. new shores, this new land, and built a dream With conquering limbs astride from land to land; Country of origin, religious identity, and that eclipsed Old World injustices. This is the Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall stand skin color mean nothing to our Green Guide, power contained within our Statue of Liberty A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame even though they have, in times past, mattered (a French creation): she is statue to guide, with Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name to our ancestors—even though our ideals of a poem to remind us we are a nation that per- Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand freedom and refuge have again come under sonifies sanctuary. Glows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command attack from within. We mustn’t reduce her message to a The air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame. Most people only remember one tiny por- sound-bite taken out of context. Quotes may “Keep ancient lands, your storied pomp!” cries she tion of this poem: “...Give me your tired, your inspire us to great heights, but we cannot With silent lips. “Give me your tired, your poor, poor,/Your huddled masses yearning to breathe forget the full message—or the humanity March is dedicated to women, and I would like Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, free.” These words are powerful by themselves, of those who pursue this American Dream. to celebrate one of our nation’s most important: The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. but by widening our scope of vision, we can see Our past must not be idealized; we must con- the giant green woman in New York Harbor, Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, the true power within them. Most notably “... tinue to work toward a future of true accep- the Statue of Liberty. With torch high, a I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” and her name/Mother of Exiles...” As citizens tance and equality. 2 News The Tamarack, March 1, 2017

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK Author Talk SGA President Taking Chelsea Clow CC: So, in your YA Fiction course, we read and Almost Stock discussed your novel, THE NAMESAKE. How was it spending a whole weekend in author Halfway Now that we’re mode? settling into the spring SP: Too fancy, ha! I felt grateful to be invited, H e l l o N V C C semester routine, it’s to have teens and adults interested in my work. students! about time we take a I loved meeting readers, getting to know what Whether you’re moment to reflect. Most of us have had our sort of stuff they write, signing books. And a new student starting a fresh chapter, or a first exams, and now have a fair idea where several authors were fellow teachers, so it was transfer student continuing your education, we’re headed. I trust we all have plans in neat connecting. I met a group of authors I’ve I wish you the best as we approach the mid- place to strengthen our weak spots, and known only online for three years, and it felt way point of this spring semester. It’s been congratulate ourselves on the points that like a family reunion. It was also fun sharing an exciting one so far, with the expansion of will carry us through to May. View of the Bay from my Omni balcony Courtesy of Steve Parlato news about my upcoming novel. the Danbury Campus, and the opening of To first-time (or returning) students who CC: Right, the new book, I wondered…your Founders Hall. Can you believe it’s already might’ve gotten off to a slow start, don’t Following his October Confluencia reading, work explores strong characters coping with March? panic! It’s okay. In fact, it’s pretty normal. My I interviewed our own Steve Parlato on his and overcoming incredible trauma. I imagine This is always a stressful time, espe- first English exam was a disaster: I got a 50. writing process, teaching, and his upcoming many people can relate. What are the rewards cially because many of you have kids, jobs, And I swear I remember getting 11 - 7 wrong novel, THE PRECIOUS DREADFUL, out and challenges of creating—and discussing— or responsibilities on top of classes, but I on a math test—while using a calculator! I September 2017 from Simon & Schuster. We this type of work? assure you, here at NVCC, you have all the buckled down, though, and threw myself caught up—unfortunately, in virtual form; SP: Great question, and funny you should right resources to help make this a smooth into this new academic challenge with vigor. we’re both over-scheduled—to chat about ask! I was on a panel, “Survivors,” with three journey. Remember to take advantage of the I eventually turned my grades around, pass- Steve’s appearance at Teen BookFest by the other authors of gritty contemporary fiction; staff and faculty; they really are here to help ing with all As. If a knucklehead like me can Bay this February. we all inflict trauma on our characters, yet you succeed. Visit the ACE and Library, and do it, you can easily pull it off as well—if you infuse our stories with hope. We agreed be sure to use those resources as you prep dedicate yourself to excellence! If you haven’t authenticity’s crucial; happy endings must be for exams. done so already, visit the ACE. Rob Sheftel earned. Otherwise, you diminish those living Along with academics, the SGA offi- is one of the most welcoming and energetic messy lives. If you’re truthful, you might help cers and I have so much in store for you, people on campus, and he loves seeing stu- a reader feel less alone—that’s the biggest including campus conversations, parties, and dents get good grades. reward. Writing dark stuff can be challenging, trips. In particular, the Black Student Union Studying hard is required, but enjoying though, especially when pulling from personal is sponsoring a Washington D.C. bus trip yourself is also essential. Now that we’re experience. Even with total fiction, while over spring break to visit the Smithsonian normalizing to our schedules, it should be writing, it’s like I’m living it, so... Challenging. Museum of African-American History. Here easier to make room to attend a club or SGA- In discussion, I get awkward, then resort to self- on campus, we’re looking forward to our sponsored activity. I’ll share more of my sor- deprecating humor, my default setting. One first-ever Dancing with the Professors, hosted did past to illustrate just how awesome you response I often get is: “You seem like such a by the Ballroom Dance Club. can have it. When I was a new student, just Parlato with a young fan, Elizabeth Whitmire happy person,” and I am, but my writing tends Although we have so much planned, we getting started, and enduring those horrify- Courtesy of Steve Parlato to skew pretty dark. want to hear from you. You can join the CAB ing first exam grades, I sat in on an editorial Committee that meets every Wed from 3-4 CC: Welcome back! So how was Texas? CC: Speaking of dark, I know you have an AM meeting for The Tam. I found the darkest cor- pm to help come up with ideas and plan how SP: Corpus Christi was beautiful, 80 degrees, class; I should let you go. ner and barricaded myself behind assorted your student funds are used. I also invite you amazing sights—palm trees, pelicans, the SP: college texts. I was so nervous I don’t even Happy Open Lab! See you at the next Tam to attend SGA meetings every Wednesday most incredible cathedral—and BookFest know how I managed to introduce myself, meeting. 4-5 pm. We’d love to hear your opinions, and organizers weren’t kidding! They treat authors but I’m glad I did. Over the course of the encourage you to bring different matters to like royalty. My room was on the 16th floor next month, I don’t think I said more than the table. It’s your chance to get involved and of the Omni Bayfront; I quickly got used to six words. Don’t let Prof. Parlato know this, have a voice within the College. Your input being chauffeured and fed. It was a bit rough but I was intimidated by a published author makes us a stronger community. Feel free to returning to chilly CT and piles of grading. as faculty advisor. Who was I to interject my stop by the Student Government Office in CC: thoughts into this group of highly motivated Sounds awesome, well, except for the S516 with questions or concerns. and skilled writers? grading. Tell me about the event. Finally, this is my last semester at NVCC, Eventually I found my voice. I spent SP: TBFBay, as they call it, is organized by so I want to make it the best one so far. I look hours fashioning that first small article, try- area public and high school librarians. This was forward to joining many of you as I receive ing to get it just right, for the November year three, and the event was their largest ever, my associates in Liberal Arts and Sciences at issue. Then I was up to two, and by the time held at American Bank Center, sort of Texas- graduation in May! It’s indeed overwhelming spring 2016 rolled around, I was a colum- size XL Center: 30-plus volunteers, 27 young because NVCC became part of me the day I nist, enjoying the company of my equals. I adult authors and illustrators. Busloads of teens decided to attend, and I can’t thank all the would be recognized, along with four other attended discussions and book signings. It great professors, faculty, and staff for helping amazing staff members, with an award for was exciting, with Manga Mania and vendors, me prepare for a new chapter. As Malcolm X one of my articles. By the time April wound and everything ran so smoothly. They had the With fellow Merit Press authors (l to r) Beth said, “Education is our passport to the future, down, as we set our last issue of the semester logistics down to a science. Fehlbaum, Margo Kelly, and Kym Brunner for tomorrow belongs to the people who pre- in order, I was honored to become the new Courtesy of Steve Parlato pare for it today.” Editor-in-Chief. Of course you won’t have my exact expe- Keila Franco rience. You’re not me; you’re you, so you’ll have an experience like no one else ever will. EveryOne4Equality I know it can be overwhelming, but you’re Trevor Lilly Club advisor, Prof. Nikki McGary, stated, never alone. Keep working hard, but remem- PTK News Last month, The Tamarack ran an article “Writing there are only two genders reflects ber to appreciate every moment of your time regarding the vandalism of an NVCC club how we have been taught to think that way in Hi everyone! here at NVCC. Embrace possibility! flyer. The flyer, posted by the Student Alliance the United States, because that simply isn’t the Phi Theta Kappa would like to offer a quick Regards, for Gender and Sexual Diversity, was defaced way gender is conceptualized cross-culturally. overview of events for March. Christopher Gordon with the comment, “Theres only two genders, Gender is not always understood as a binary. Join us in ACE from 12-4 pm, Weds. March Editor-in-Chief Liberal morons.” The club, who have since And perhaps more importantly, writing that on 8 for technology help. Bring a laptop and learn [email protected] changed their name to EveryOne4Equality (or the flyer reflects how gender is ‘policed’–how how to get your own free copy of Microsoft E14E for short), reached out to us in response. people perpetuate this socially constructed gen- Office. You’ll also get peer guidance with Current Club President, Leah Adams, had der binary by being degrading and offensive to applications for further schooling. PTK mem- this to say: “Reading the article in The Tamarack anybody seen as ‘other.’ The truth is that saying bers will also be on hand helping with schol- did not infuriate me, but it hurt me, because, in there are only two genders doesn’t make it true– arship applications. A tutorial on linking your Find our full version a time like this, we should not show such hate instead, it tries to silence those who don’t fit into school email with your personal email will online at: or ignorance to one another. We should come the socially constructed binary. Instead of silenc- also be offered. Other activities include brief together as one. Our club was formed for fellow ing, let’s see this as an opportunity to engage in instructions on how to use many of the tools OurSchoolNewspaper.com students to come together and express their feel- useful and thoughtful conversation.” required to succeed in college. ings and opinions. It’s not only for our LGBTQ As stated last month, such remarks and dis- Deadline for applications is March 8, community, but for our allies and everyone! crimination will not be tolerated—especially during the first general meeting for PTK of [Our goal is] to make people feel comfortable, on the flyer of a club whose sole purpose is to the fall 2017 semester. to build a safe zone for students. So as we move combat that very discrimination. The club’s Scholarships and special consideration Public Safety past this incident, we will not let this get to us, mission statement sums up their purpose per- when applying for future schools are only Department but only make us stronger. We want to show stu- fectly: “E14E is an open and affirming student a few benefits of membership. You’ll have dents not to let problems like these get to them, club with a threefold mission: 1) to raise aware- opportunities to grow as a student leader by Routine Number, Ext. 58113. but to instead turn all that negativity energy ness about sexual and gender diversity on and participating in many PTK activities, such as into positive energy, and focus on making a bet- beyond campus 2) to provide support for LGBT the one described above. Emergency Number Ext. 58112 ter outcome. I leave you with a quote from Dr. students and our allies 3) to embrace diversity Please join us March 8 to learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr.: ‘Darkness cannot drive in all of its forms.” If you wish to join, the club PTK and future events. The department is staffed: out darkness, only light can do that. Hate can- meet on Mondays at 12:00pm in K405. They Contact Professor Harding, PTK advisor, 24 hours per day • 365 days per year not drive out hate, only love can do that.’ So let’s encourage any and all students interested in at [email protected] for any concerns about spread love and not hate.” the club and its message to join. membership. The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 News 3 EDITORIAL Importance of Funding

“Standing, like a resolute tree, as your source for news.” Show Up or Shut Up! Higher Education Christopher Gordon Editorial Hey you, Inconsiderate Jerk who doesn’t Christopher Gordon, Editor-in-Chief know how clocks work! I’m trying to learn Chelsea Clow, Editor Emeritus Nicole Hayes, Senior Staff Writer here, and that’s kinda hard to do when you Alyssa Katz, Staff Writer/Copyeditor march your dumb ass in twenty minutes late, interrupting everything. People who Bradley Edwards, Staff Writer do it once, this doesn’t concern you. I’m only Mark Kacyrat, Staff Writer Trevor Lilly, Staff Writer addressing those fools who make a habit of Jessica Ney, Staff Writer being “fashionably late.” Austin Toscano, Staff Writer I see some of you in the halls a half Keila Franco, Christopher Gordon, Susan Houlihan, Alyssa Katz, Jessica Ney, Columnists hour before class. What the hell are you Anna-Nicole Doucette, Sandra Eddy, Nikki McGary, doing that you wind up ALWAYS arriving Julia Petitfrere, twenty minutes late? It is seriously annoy- Bayley Shean, Agnes Santos, Guest Contributors ing. College is difficult enough without you Art acting like you’re the only important per- Janice Bielawa, Creative Director son around. The rest of us are serious about Noblesse Louzingou, Photographer our education, so why don’t you just stay Web/Video the hell home and spare us your disruptive Courtesy of Noblesse Louzingou Daniella Cruz, Webmaster ways? If quitting isn’t an option, maybe it’s Faculty Advisor time to invest in a watch and some com- Naugatuck Valley Community College is an revealed, was from a nine-year-old boy named Prof. Steve Parlato mon courtesy. institution which embraces community. All Joe, who had died. This was the key to Justin’s Consulting Faculty Coming in consistently late is only the students are challenged to improve not only future. He stated, “It gave me the opportunity Prof. Ray Leite, Design/Online tip of the iceberg as you disrupt class even themselves, but each other. When economic to be a better man, for Joe.” further by wandering to your preferred Join us! Weekly editorial meetings, Fri. 11:00 a.m., S519 challenges threaten our community, we rally Other poignant personal stories were seat, greeting your friends, and then ask- Follow us! @TheTamarackNVCC together to show the world how deeply we shared at the hearing. Many committee rep- ing questions the professor has already value education. resentatives were moved to speak of student Share us! nv.edu/tamarack or answered. But what does that matter? You ourschoolnewspaper.com/tamarack On February 15th, the Connecticut State eloquence and respect. One representative want the info, and you are apparently all Email us! [email protected] Legislature held an Appropriations hearing at commented, “We need you, we need this activ- that matters, right? It’s an insult to have to Call us! 203-596-8653 the Hartford Capitol, concerning expenditures ism in these extraordinary times.” The tales halt the learning process to play catchup for Visit us! The Tamarack Newsroom, S519 for state-funded institutions of higher educa- would also touch one representative’s heart, the habitually tardy. The rest of us shouldn’t To advertise: [email protected] / 203-596-8653 tion. Students from many colleges within the whose tears flowed freely as she addressed have to waste time on someone who doesn’t CSCU system and UCONN gathered to support the gathered populace. “You guys make me Back issues available at nv.edu/tamarack or take school as seriously as we do. ourschoolnewspaper.com/tamarack each other as they stood before the committee extremely proud,” was her final thought before Yet that’s not all. Then you have the Look for us at the start of each academic month! to highlight the financial and social necessity the committee adjourned to deliberate. unmitigated gall to seek recommendations of funding our schools. President Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D, The presence of paid advertisements does from professors, as if they will just put their not equal an endorsement on the part of The UCONN was the most highly represented shared her pride regarding students who took Tamarack, Naugatuck Valley Community College, its professional credentials on the line for your school at the hearing, arguing against proposed the time to show our community was just as students, employees, or affiliates. Copyright ©Naugatuck lazy ass. Too many times I’ve heard stu- 10% cuts to its own budget, cuts that would important as any other institute of higher learn- Valley Community College 2015. All Rights Reserved. dents complain about professors refusing affect student financial aid packages. The large ing. Praising our students, whom she consid- No part of this newspaper may be reproduced without to write recommendations—not acknowl- Naugatuck Valley Community College’s express consent. cut in the budget would also impact faculty, ers family, she stated, “We are team players. edging the refusal is due to the students’ who would either be let go or have vital bene- You, as students, have things to say; your voice own attitudes. fits further reduced. matters.” This isn’t high school; it’s college. CSCU schools were also on the cutting Proving yourself is crucial. Professors block, including our own NVCC. Two of the have already proven themselves; to have many speakers at the hearing were NVCC stu- their own competence backing incompe- dents, Justin West and Miguel Moll. Both speak- tence is damaging to professional reputa- ers wove touching tales of personal growth Women March tions. Don’t take it personally if a professor found within the halls of our community. Chelsea Clow refuses to write a recommendation. After BOR President Mark Ojakian himself all, they try not to take it personally when invited West to speak. Justin described himself you disrespect their time and expertise as as merely wasting time, waiting for something they do their jobs. better to happen. Instead, he grew extremely There are people who work extremely ill, and was saved from death by a generous Courtesy of Noblesse Louzingou hard to prove themselves, as you waltz kidney donation. The donor kidney, Justin around campus like your mere presence is enough to get you an A. Grow up, start act- This month hosts a maybe-not-so celebrated ing like the adult you claim to be. Respect holiday, International Women’s Day. This year, is earned, not given. Get into the habit of many women will celebrate this holiday in being punctual, having all your materials protest. The organizers behind the Women’s ready, and causing as little disruption to the Baylor Suffers Consequences March in Washington are calling on women to process as possible. Jobs demand all those go on strike on March 8th–showing the world points be met; otherwise you stop having Chelsea Clow what a day without women will look like. that job. Right now, college is your job. In a Facebook post, they state, “In the spirit I repeat, people who arrive late to class Located in Waco, TX, Baylor University, a were taken by the college to sweep said alle- of women and their allies coming together for once or twice are not included. It’s the private Baptist college—in fact, the country’s gations under the rug. love and liberation, we offer A Day Without A chronic offenders who prove lateness isn’t largest—is well known for its football team– Just last year, there were reports of eight Woman. We ask: do businesses support our a matter of circumstance, but of choice. and also for its lack of action toward sexual occurrences of sexual assault involving five communities, or do they drain our communi- Choose well. violence on campus. Last month, the Big 12 football players. Between 2011 and 2015, former ties? Do they strive for gender equity or do they Conference, a committee of universities that Title IX Coordinator Patty Crawford stated the support the policies and leaders that perpetuate participate in the National Collegiate Athletic college had 52 reports of alleged rape on cam- oppression? Do they align with a sustainable Association’s Division One Football, chose to pus. Crawford resigned last fall, stating that enforce an $8.5 million sanction, 25 percent of Baylor was interfering with how she did her environment or do they profit off destruction The doorstep to the temple and steal the futures of our children?” They’ve future revenue distribution payments, against job. In a 60 Minutes interview, Crawford said also said they will offer options to women who of wisdom is a knowledge of our the university after more evidence surfaced of the college cultivated an environment of indif- cannot miss work on March 8th, encouraging “ Baylor’s mishandling claims of sexual assault ference toward victims of sexual assault. own ignorance. them to avoid shopping or eating out that day. incidents involving football players. In addition to lawsuits being filed by stu- The Women’s March movement has been one - Benjamin Franklin The board of the Big 12 Conference voted dents of the university, one Baylor football of the largest demonstrations in US history. These ” to withhold money until changes are made in coach was arrested early last month on pros- protests have been both empowering and truly Baylor’s athletic department. Conference Board titution-related charges. In January, a Baylor necessary. Many women and men alike are hav- Chairman, David Boren, stated, “By taking graduate filed a lawsuit against the univer- ing a hard time accepting that our newest elected these actions, the Board desires to ensure the sity, saying she was gang raped by two foot- President, someone with such tangible hatred Speak Up changes...promised are actually made and that ball players in 2013. And, between the years of Are you inter- and disrespect toward others, has been selected systems are in place to avoid future problems. 2011 and 2014, over 50 rapes were committed for the highest position in our country. To see ested in where your Student Activities The proportional withholding of revenue dis- by more than 30 football players. so many take action because they feel the same Fees are spent? If so, voice your opin- tribution payments will be in effect until the Baylor has failed to display an adequate Board has determined Baylor is in compliance response to victims of sexual assault or to sense of purpose has been incredibly liberating. ion at NVCC’s Student Government The Women’s March organization pledges with Conference bylaws and regulations as reports of sexual violence on campus. In an to offer a new action every 10 days of the first meetings held every Wednesday, 4-5 well as all components of Title IX.” interview, Big 12 Commissioner, Bob Bowlsby, 100 days of the new Presidency. A statement on p.m. in L501, across from the Library. This sanction is the largest action taken stated, “New information became known that against a college by both the Big 12 and the reached a tipping point.” He continued, “We’re their website reads, “We work peacefully while For more information call 203-596- recognizing there is no true peace without jus- NCAA. It results from Baylor’s pattern of ignor- holding the money until we can verify that what tice and equity for all.” For more information 2185, stop by S516, or emailSGA@nvcc. ing accusations of abuse committed by play- needs to be done is being done.” While this sanc- and ways you can get involved visit www.wom- commnet.edu. ers. About five years ago, allegations of sexual tion represents progress, it is unfortunate it took ensmarch.com assault by football players arose, and efforts fifty-plus rapes to tip the scale toward justice. 4 News The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 Happenings @ Book Five Under Armour Mind Melody Other Colleges Jessica Ney Under Scrutiny LABSS Division News Alyssa Katz Adjunct Professor Chelsea Clow Stephen Balkaran has just written Hampshire College: Latin@/ Last month, Kevin Plank, Founder and CEO of and released Latinx Activist sports apparel company Under Armour, found his fifth book, himself in hot water over comments he made Hampshire College in Amherst, Broken Promises, in support of Donald Trump. In an interview MA, along with Holyoke Community College Broken Dreams: with CNBC, Plank said, “To have such a pro- and Smith College, will host events on March Disparities and business president is something that is a real 22nd with Latina activist speaker, Iris Morales. Disappointments. asset for the country.” He also said he’s a “big She will be speaking on behalf of the Puerto Civil Rights in fan of people that operate in the world of Rican community, talking about the struggles the 21st Century. publish and iterate versus think think think and perceptions of her people. In addition, Balkaran lectures think think. So there’s a lot that I respect there.” Music surrounds us; it is part of who we are as Morales will show a screening of her film in history at Since then, several stars the brand sponsors humans. In fact, the pentatonic scale is found in ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords. N V C C a n d have called out the CEO and considered leaving all cultures! Music plays an important function As a teen activist, Morales joined the multi- teaches philosophy at CCSU. the brand. in society, and in this lecture, Dr. Vincent ethnic, primarily Puerto Rican organization, I had the pleasure of taking African- Misty Copeland, principal dancer with de Luise will explore the many ways music focused on the needs of the working class. American History with him last spring, and American Ballet Theatre in New York City, affects us. Dr. de Luise is Assistant Professor Morales will sign copies of her book Through I find his opinions insightful, intelligent, spoke out against Plank and his views. “I have of Ophthalmology at Yale University School of the Eyes of Rebel Women: The Young Lords, 1969– and backed up with history. Balkaran tack- always appreciated the great support and plat- Medicine, and on the adjunct faculty at Weill 1976. Both film and book focus on the history les subjects many Americans are too scared to form Under Armour has given me to repre- Cornell Medical College, where he serves on the of the Young Lords Party, and on Morales’ research and asks questions others may avoid. sent my community, gender, and career on the Humanities and Medicine Committee and the personal struggles as a member of this group He is upfront and honest about the distinct dis- world stage,” said Copeland in an Instagram Music and Medicine Initiative. fighting for social change. parity between races. post. “However, I strongly disagree with Kevin In his lecture, de Luise will discuss how The history of African Americans is the his- Plank’s recent comments in support of Trump... music benefits us, explain where it goes in our tory of America. Unfortunately, the inequali- Those of you who have supported and followed Adelphi University: ties between the races are growing ever larger. my career know the one topic I’ve never backed Confronting Bias Balkaran says this himself in his book, explain- away from speaking openly about is the impor- Can Mozart really ing that the country as become more divided tance of diversity and inclusion. It is impera- On March 3rd, Adelphi University in Garden make us smarter? following Obama’s presidency, with the num- tive to me that my partners and sponsors share City, NY, will host a workshop, “Confronting ber of protests rising higher than in the era of this belief.” Implicit Bias and Micro-aggressions,” dealing Martin Luther King Jr. Copeland is not the only athlete to feel with recognizing one’s micro-aggressions and While on the Stan Simpson Show, Balkaran this way. NBA Golden State Warriors MVP the subtle biases we may not realize we carry. Why do some types of discussed this perhaps unexpected trend. We Stephen Curry voiced disagreement with Micro-aggression involves indirect or subtle would think a Black president would bring Plank. When asked if he’d leave Under Armour, music make us happy, remarks based on race, religion, gender/ our country together, but Balkaran states that, Curry answered, “If the leadership is not in line gender identity, social class, ethnicity and/ while others make us sad? “Obama lacked the dialogue and construc- with my core values, then there is no amount or disability. Most people may be unaware of tive engagement” to really make a difference of money, there is no platform I wouldn’t jump their own bias or micro-aggression, so events regarding racism in this country. off...If something is not in line with what I’m brains, and examine some of the quirkier things like these are crucial to enlighten us about how Without some political backing, racism about, then, yeah, I definitely need to take we wonder about music. Topics will include: we can be better, more compassionate, and less will continue to reign over this country, espe- a stance in that respect.” Curry even joked Can Mozart really make us smarter? Why do offensive communicators. cially with no responsibility or positive action Trump was an asset “if you remove the ‘et’ some types of music make us happy, while oth- under our new president. America seems to be from asset.”Actor and former wrestler, Dwayne ers make us sad? What is the gift called synes- in a riotous period, only worsened by instant “The Rock” Johnson also voiced disagreement thesia? Does music have color? Can the brain Ripon College: Faith Matters updates and extreme exaggerations through with the CEO’s views. In a FB post last month, make its own music? Throughout the month of March, social media. Johnson called Plank’s words “divisive and Dr. de Luise will also explore music as a Ripon College, in Ripon, Wisconsin, will Although it may seem protests are a bad lacking in perspective.” healing art, as an alternative form of medicine host events celebrating Women’s Month, sign, I believe, as does Balkaran, they are truly Since Plank’s comments, stock in the athletic to help with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, or themed “How Did We Get Here, and Where necessary to make the population’s voice heard. apparel company has dropped significantly. stroke. De Luise is cultural ambassador of the are We Going?” On March 29, they will hold “Civil rights are one of the greatest promises Sam Poser, financial analyst for Susquehanna Waterbury Symphony Orchestra and President a religious panel with women of different in this country,” Balkaran states. Protests such Financial Group says, “Regardless of CEO of the Connecticut Summer Opera Foundation. religions discussing their views and faith- as those organized by the Black Lives Matter Plank’s political views or whether his com- A clarinetist, he is active as a chamber music based experience. Religions represented will movement, and the Women’s March, as well ment was meant to be a Trump endorsement as efforts by many other organizations, are include Christian, Muslim, Kemetic, Buddhist, or a general opinion, we believe the decision to Can the brain and Jewish. Sponsors of the event include mirroring efforts of the original Civil Rights express a view in today’s highly charged polit- Ripon’s Honor Society, Theta Alpha Kappa, Movement—with the same goal: a truly equal ical climate was a mistake.” Plank went so far make its own music? and the Center for Diversity and Inclusion. society. as to place a Baltimore Sun ad stating his com- Balkaran’s words on disparity and the ments “did not accurately reflect my intent.” He Does music have color? importance of embracing these “painful” top- also clarified that the company is one of inclu- McHenry County College: ics are so important. Especially for our genera- sion and that they support equal rights. Women Light the Way tion. There needs to be hope for a better future, Critics say it may be hard for Under Armour and we need to start building that future today. to rebound from this political setback. In recitalist, and he lectures frequently on music This year, McHenry County College in Crystal I’m encouraged by the current unrest. It means another statement, Poser said, “The pointed and the arts.​ Lake, Illinois, celebrates March with “Women people are speaking out, educating themselves response[s] by Stephen Curry, Dwayne “The De Luise’s lecture, “Mozart’s Effect on Us: Blazing Forward: Embracing our Future and and others, and challenging our government Rock” Johnson, and Misty Copeland make it Music, Brain, and Mind,” will be held Tuesday, Honoring our Past”, sponsored by their SGA. to function, finally, as a true democracy, by the nearly impossible to effectively build a cool March 7, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. in E440. All are On March 1st the college will transition from people. For ALL the people. urban lifestyle brand in the foreseeable future.” welcome! Black History Month to Women’s Month by hosting a Harriet Tubman re-enactor, especially relevant as Tubman will soon grace U.S. currency. There will be music, stories, and are now, but there was not a lot of money in that a Q&A afterwards. Greetings from Cali! department back then. Dr. Fred Ricci, Professor of Theater, and Bill Cone—I’ll call him Artistic SHOWCASEalumni Director because I feel like that’s what he was— Franklin and Marshall a street where tons of films and TV shows you taught me you can make something wonderful College: Women Stepping Up have definitely seen are filmed. Not as fun as with few resources and a lot of creativity. We it might sound. I’ve walked the red carpet at put on shows in a tiny theater built in a con- Lancaster, PA’s F&M College the Oscars several times. Not that I belong verted classroom. That “show-must-go-on” atti- will host Prof. of Africana Studies, Nkiru there. I just know people, who know people, tude has stayed with me all these years, and I Nzegwu, in discussion female power. Current which is what LA is all about. My sister tells me bring it to every project I work on. editor and founding co-editor of a number people would love to have my life. And, yeah, NVCC is a great start. A great place to of scholarly journals on African history and it’s pretty great most of the time. begin. Whether you decide to become a culture, founder of Africa Knowledge Project I’m not trying to brag. The life I have did teacher at Kennedy High School, a nurse at (AKP) – a digital platform for publishing not come easy. I’ve lived with rats and roaches Waterbury Hospital, or a fashion designer in and distributing peer-reviewed academic crawling around my bed at night. I’ve slept on Paris, the lessons you’re learning right now journals and curated resources; founder of piles of mattresses with my dog to keep me will stay with you for years to come. africaresource.com, an educational Internet warm. It’s taken thirty-plus years to get here. “Follow Your Dreams” seems like a really platform; and founder of Africa House, But I wouldn’t be sitting in my pool under palm awful cliché, especially coming from some- Nzegwu has praised Hillary Clinton for Joe Correll trees with a margarita in my hand, if it hadn’t one who makes his living moving words and stepping up to take on a predominately been for NVCC. pictures around like the squares on a Rubik’s male role. Her talk will feature examples of I live in Los Angeles. Tinsel Town. La La Land. To get any place great, you need a great start. Cube. But clichés are clichés because they’re influential African women who exemplify the Hollyweird. You might glimpse my name at And I got that start with humble beginnings in true. And sometimes the simplest thing is the concept of female power. the end of a reality TV show (Don’t Blink). the fledgling theater department back in the best thing to say. So at the risk of embarrass- I have a really nice house—It was a dump dark ages (1981), when NVCC was still Mattatuck ing myself, I’ll say it: Study hard. Graduate. when I bought it, and took loads of work—on Community College. I don’t know how things Follow your dreams. The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 News 5

Faces in the CrowD The Right Path Larry Casey

I’m Larry Casey, a 24-year-old, currently in my third semester at NVCC as an Audio/ Video major. My passion for music brought  me here. I’ve played drums for over ten years, but have recently started playing guitar and bass. Currently, I’m in a band, Lucid Empire. Equal Pay Day Since October 2013, we’ve played countless shows across Connecticut and Massachusetts Come celebrate Equal Pay Day as we discuss the gender with other talented acts such as Badfish, Wax, wage gap and the history of women in the U.S. workforce. the Palmer Squares, and even reggae legend, Yellowman. Please join us in this respectful discussion, dedicated to When we went to Resonant Studios in Waterbury, CT in early 2015 to record our “It’s important to make sure preserving a safe and welcoming environment where we second EP, I was so infatuated with the pro- you’re going to school for can speak with open minds. All are welcome. cess of tracking and producing music. It was something you’d be happy so fascinating, I felt I needed to learn to do it myself, which meant going back to school. doing for the rest of your life” I was terrified because my only time spent Tuesday 4/4 @ 11:10am in L501 in college was the 3 weeks I spent at CCSU “NVCC has been a clear path before dropping out. leading me to the next chapter Luckily, the staff here at NVCC has made of my life, and I’m incredibly it as easy as possible, helping me manage my Contact Nikki McGary: [email protected] work and school life. I love all my classes and thankful” professors, but my favorite class so far has Sponsored by The Women’s Center been DAT220, Acoustics and Sound Design. This hands-on class was great because I was Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination learning the field I want to work in when I I had no interest in, and I ended up drop- Naugatuck Valley Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or graduate. My final project involved tracking ping out after a month. I thought I wanted genetic information in its programs and activities. In addition, the College does not discriminate in employment on the additional basis of veteran live instruments and mixing a song using pro to be a teacher, but I’d just picked the first status or criminal record. The following individual has been designated to handle nondiscrimination policies regarding disability policies: Robert Divjak, Director of Facilities/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Room C216, Naugatuck Valley Community College, 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, tools! Currently I’m recording Lucid Empire’s respectable job I thought I could do. Instead, CT 06708; 203-575-8235. The following individual has been designated to handle nondiscrimination policies regarding sex discrimination as well as other forms of prohibited discrimination: Jacquie Swanson, Associate Director of Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator, Room K704, Naugatuck next project in my home studio using the I ended up with $5,000 in debt and no way Valley Community College, 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708; 203-575-8043. skills and techniques I’ve learned from my to pay it off.  professors. Eventually, I did tackle that debt and It’s important to make sure you’re going decide to go back to school. I’m a little late,  to school for something you’d be happy doing but I’m so glad I made this choice. NVCC has for the rest of your life. In 2011, I made the been a clear path leading me to the next chap- mistake of going to school for something ter of my life, and I’m incredibly thankful. COMPLETE YOUR COMPLETE YOUR DEGREE AT UNH! DEGREE AT UNH! QUICK FACTS

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Capss Center For Teaching Faces in the Crowd Corner Dear Professor… Meant to Be Transferring… What’s my next step? Professor Sandra Eddy Bayley Shean Sandra Eddy, Assoc. Professor of Computer Hi! *waves* Well, I suppose I’ll start with the As an NVCC student, you probably appreciate Information Systems, is involved in campus basics. My name is Bayley Shean, and I’m a the high quality, affordable classes that got you initiatives promoting computer literacy, with double major, studying Visual Arts as well off to a great academic start. With your hard special focus on engaging young women in as Liberal Arts. I am a longtime volunteer for work—along with support and guidance from the STEM field. A longtime CFT member, she a Southington-based nonprofit called Wolf faculty and staff—you’re now poised to take offers tips for effective email communication. Central and a member of the NVCC Art Club. the next step: transferring to a four-year school Email…who cares? Is that still being Growing up in Southington, I was (and of your choice. The process is easier than you used? According to Radicati Group, Inc., still am) a self-proclaimed bookworm and may have thought. a technology research firm based in Palo fangirl. I was always a planner, a list maker, National research shows students who Alto, “over 205 billion emails are sent and a girl who had her whole life already fig- earn their associate degree before transferring received daily. The average business per- ured out. The plan was to major in interior complete their bachelor’s degree at a much son sends and receives about 122 emails design at a four-year college right out of high higher rate. As a CT Community College per day.” These numbers are expected school. That plan didn’t quite turn out, well, “Even though I am not where I student, NVCC graduates benefit from artic- to continue to grow…so email is here for as planned. had always planned on being, ulation agreements with the four State now! I took two years off school after graduat- Universities and Charter Oak. Credits from These five questions about email are I am right where I was always ing from Southington High, and this is my all classes with a C or higher are accepted, answered with best practices in mind, but meant to be. “ fourth semester at NVCC. Many people look and students are guaranteed junior status at email practices vary by individual and down on community colleges, saying they’re these schools. institution. Transfer representatives from CCSU, not “real” colleges. Sure, NVCC’s not a huge students think of them less as professors and SCSU, and WCSU visit NVCC regularly. A Q: Do I have to use NVCC email to send my campus with housing and over 30,000 stu- more as mentors and friends. Everyone in transfer counselor from UCONN also vis- professor an email? dents, but that doesn’t make it inferior. the department supports and challenges one its weekly. Contact information for these A: Yes, please do! Your school email address What I love most about NVCC is our Art another, always aiming to help each other individuals is available in the CAPSS office is best for several reasons: school email Department, which sometimes gets over- learn and improve. We are a family. A fam- (Kinney Hall room 520). Stop by and make an easily identifies you and validates you are a looked. While my goal is still interior design, ily with good taste and a whole lot of talent. appointment. student. Think about it. If you receive email not fine art, majoring in art has become an A family that has helped me grow as an art- The earlier you begin preparing for trans- from an unknown address, do you trust the asset that will give me an edge in my future ist and as a person. fer, the better. Planning ahead helps you make source? Treat school email as you would an career. The faculty and my fellow art majors After next semester, I plan on transfer- the best decision for your individual needs. In email account from an employer. It should are a community unto ourselves. ring (hopefully) to the University of New addition to articulation agreements, the CSUs be used for school business. On that note, It’s funny, because I was just talking Haven to pursue a degree in Interior Design. now have Transfer Ticket degree programs. just as employers expect you to read your about how our art professors prefer to be Even though I am not where I had always These programs allow CT Community College email, professors have the same expectation. called by their first names. You might think planned on being, I am right where I was that’s strange, but in a way, it makes us as always meant to be. students to transfer to CT State Universities Q: If I miss class should I send an email? and Charter Oak without losing any credits or A: Yes, it’s good to email when missing being required to take extra credits in order to class. First, you’re taking responsibility complete a bachelor’s degree in that same dis- for missing an appointment, your cipline. These programs require you complete A Letter of Support from BOR class! You’re also showing you care. CAUTION: your associate degree before transferring. Each Do NOT ask, “Did I miss anything?” Yes, you discipline has individual requirements and, to President Ojakian missed class. A better approach? Suggest a make this transition as seamless as possible, makeup strategy; for example, borrow a there are specific advisors assigned for each In response to the Trump administration’s recent decision to rescind Title IX protections afforded to classmate’s notes, ask to meet the professor major. For information, refer to NV.edu or speak transgender students, Board of Regents President, Mark E. Ojakian, sent the following letter to all CSCU during office hours, or before/after class. to your advisor. Presidents. We share his letter here to show our support of all our students, including those who have Each semester, NVCC brings transfer coun- Q: How do I start my email? traditionally faced government-sanctioned oppression. selors and representatives from more than A: Very simple: Dear Professor. 40 colleges and universities throughout the Dear Presidents, Q: Does the subject line matter? Northeast to our Transfer Fairs. The Waterbury Yesterday [Wednesday, February 22], the White House rescinded the Obama-era guideline that Spring Transfer Fair happens March 1, from 10 A: It’s critical. It’s best practice to include Title IX protections apply to transgender students attending schools receiving federal funding. a.m. - 1 p.m. in Café West. The Danbury Spring important info in your subject line. Whether or not a student’s gender identity is protected in our schools will now be determined Transfer Fair is March 8, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. This includes class name or CRN, your state by state. in the All Purpose Room. Stop by and visit! If name, and topic. Remember, professors may Fortunately, we live in a state with a history of implementing inclusive policies and one that you’re unable to attend a transfer fair, repre- have 100s of students/advisees each semester, is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students and their fami- sentatives from many of these schools make definitely identify yourself. lies. In 2011, our Connecticut General Assembly, with the support of Governor Malloy, passed individual visits to NVCC several times during Q: What if the professor doesn’t email back? a comprehensive transgender rights bill. Our transgender students will continue to have their the school year. Contact the CAPSS office for fundamental civil rights protected here in Connecticut, regardless of what Washington says. details. A: First, assume you’re not being ignored. Remember, the average business person juggles Our focus is on developing successful, engaged citizens, and to do that we must provide a Now that you’re ready for your next step, learning environment that welcomes and encourages personal growth for all students. Having don’t forget to stay focused and do your 122 emails daily; overlooking one is easy. It’s recommended to wait 48 hours, then resend, a diverse community enriches our schools, aligns with our history, and enhances the vitality research. Check deadlines, apply early, and of our state; and transgendered students must be a part of that community. We will continue update your FAFSA if you get financial aid. and forward the original email with a kind note. 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is the early American clas- be a waste. I find .gov websites to be some of sic, Golden Boy, focusing on the most helpful. They can introduce you to Joe Bonaparte, a talented local festivals and events, as well as suggest- violinist whose dreams ing the best ways to travel and recommend- could become reality when ing itineraries. he’s offered a chance to be Once you have a rough schedule, book sponsored as a boxer. He places to stay. In other countries, I stayed in must choose between the hostels, which are set up like dorm rooms, and lure of fame and fortune cost a fraction of hotels. In big cities, rooms and the possibility of injur- range from 15 to 30 dollars a night. Some peo- ing his hands, destroy- ple are turned off by dorm-style arrangements, ing his musical career. but many hostels offer single rooms—at addi- It’s the ultimate conflict tional cost. If staying in only one place, you may between artistic passion be able to find a flight and hotel deal. Another NVCC’s theatre department is quite occupied and the almighty dollar, told against an immi- benefit of hostels is a shared kitchen. You can this semester. Prof. Burton Tedesco has taken grant-driven Great Depression backdrop. These save money by cooking rather than eating out. on the task of simultaneously directing two characters struggle in so many ways toward a Many hostels also offer free breakfast and free productions: Clifford Odets’s Golden Boy and common goal: the American Dream. Tedesco walking tours. I use Hostelworld to book stays. Adam Szymkowicz’s Hearts Like Fists. Both says he’s “very connected to the story of Golden They’re geared toward young people, so they’re productions are thrilling, driven by interesting Boy. Joe’s struggle has been my struggle and very safe. characters and fast-moving plots. my father’s struggle.” Choosing between feed- Don’t be afraid to be social, especially in Hearts Like Fists, which follows the adven- ing your body and soul is a real conflict; this Many of us yearn to travel—to explore exotic hostels. While travelling, my boyfriend and tures of a group of women, the Crimefighters, play explores the intricate connection between getaways on exciting trips of self-discovery. I made friends with some of our roommates. attempting to stop the evil Dr. X, is at once merely surviving and preserving your passion. Then we find out how much it costs, and This got us a free car ride and a shared day funny, romantic, and empowering. Tedesco NVCC theatre veteran, Blaise Russo, takes everything comes to a screeching halt. But with people from all over the world. Another has wanted to stage this play, emphasizing the the compelling role of Joe Bonaparte. Though there are ways to travel inexpensively. This day, a roommate invited us to bike through a power of women, for a long time. He says it’s no stranger to complex characters, Russo has past summer I traveled to Ireland, Colorado, national park; this turned into one of my favor- exactly the kind of story society needs now. put immeasurable effort into understand- and Canada, all without breaking the bank, and ite days of the trip. It serves as a stark contrast to Golden Boy, fea- ing who Joe is and what he wants. Digging I’m eager to share my tips and tricks, as well as My last piece of advice is to live like a local. turing a male lead. The characters in Hearts into character work, he found himself relat- some fail-proof ideas from other well-travelled Find small cafés, use public transit, stray off Like Fists display strength as a feminine qual- ing more and more to Joe’s struggles. Before young people. the beaten path when shopping. Avoid tour- ity. They don’t depend on men or love to sur- acting, Russo was a dedicated baseball player, The first step, especially when leaving the ist traps that don’t interest you. Trust me; bus vive, making choices without a male driving but found acting a much stronger calling than country, is booking a flight. This will be your tours could be cool, but you can also walk. Be their decisions. The play is a refreshing take sports. He stated, “When I first began acting biggest expense, so do it way in advance. The flexible; not everything needs to be scheduled. on female empowerment, uniquely relying on I struggled transitioning from field to stage. site I use, Skyscanner, compares hundreds of You’ll find the most fun in the unexpected. Be spectacle over language to tell the story, much Most of my friends and even family couldn’t flights and even offers student discounts. You’ll brave, take risks, but be safe. All this infor- like a comic book. Visuals end up being more understand why I’d want to give up baseball want to book the flight a few months ahead; it’ll mation applies whether travelling abroad or important than dialogue in understanding the to study acting. I almost quit because of the be cheaper that way. If you don’t have enough within the US. Happy trails! story. Audiences can expect well-practiced fight criticism. One reason I’ve fallen in love with money for a flight, make road trip plans. Our choreography and powerful visual aids to tell this show is I feel, in my own way, I relate to country is just as beautiful and exciting as the this fascinating story. Joe’s internal struggle. I’m finding more about rest of the world, and far too many of us never The actors are extremely dedicated to a myself and my heart…and it makes my soul see it all. On the east coast alone, there are convincing, powerful performance. NVCC feel full. Joe made me realize you can be ambi- many opportunities for adventure. newcomer, Victoria Hicks, plays Lisa, the tious about something, but if you’re pursuing Next, do your research! Find out what you captivating lead who fights crime while also it out of hate, you can never truly succeed.” want to do and where. Again, it’s best to buy battling the feelings in her heart. About her Russo and the entire cast are devoted to bring event or admission tickets in advance; many dream role, Hicks stated, “The rehearsal pro- life to one man’s struggle to achieve his dream. places offer discounted rates for booking early. cess is the definition of a challenging but Though very different, a common theme Read blogs, use government websites, search rewarding experience…I’m growing as an runs through both shows: combat and violence for reviews, study maps to find out what’s artist…push[ing] past moments where I want become necessary for many characters’ sur- worth the money and time, and what may to give up, remind[ing] myself messing up is vival. The Crimefighters fight evil; Joe fights for the only way I’m going to get better.” Also a fulfilled life. Each show holds lessons about a newcomer, Teagan Lashay, plays Jasmine, what worthy of a fight. another Crimefighter. Not only is this her first Hearts Like Fists: Thurs, March 30; Fri, NVCC production, it’s her first show. Thriving March 31; Sat, April 1 @7:30pm & Sun, April Revolutionary Rhythms in rehearsal, Lashay said, “The rehearsal pro- 2 @ 2pm cess has been extremely fun and has taught me Golden Boy: Thurs, April 6; Fri, April 7; Sat, Queen of Soul a lot about not only acting, but teamwork.” All April 8 @ 7:30pm & Sun, April 9 @ 2pm of the actors are working as a close-knit unit Playbox Theatre, NVCC Fine Arts Building, Franklin reigned throughout America and to bring this production alive. 3rd Floor. Reserve tickets, $10, by calling Europe as “Lady Soul”—a symbol of black Contrasting this contemporary comedy 203-575-8193 pride.” By this point, she’d released two of her most well-known songs, “Respect” (1967), and “Think,” (1968). She was honored to perform at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s funeral as well as later at the inaugurations of both Bill Clinton Fanfiction as a Literary Medium and Barack Obama. Bradley Edwards The pool of poor work is in part due to the In ’68 and ’69, rumors surfaced after her fact that, in the fanfiction medium, it is difficult divorce that Franklin had gotten into drinking, Often one of the more dismissed and mocked to find true critics who will tear into your work. and her father was in possession of marijuana. forms of literature, fanfiction is typically not at Critics often won’t want to, because people gen- Throughout the seventies and early eighties, the forefront of anyone’s mind. That is, unless erally refuse to listen to logic. Also, people are she had trouble sticking with one record com- they’re really desperate for more of the series naturally averse to criticism as it has a negative In celebration of Women’s Month, let’s look at pany, and was searching for direction which they’ve already engaged in. This is not without connotation in general, and any form of failure in one of the most influential female singers of would restart her career. At that point, her good reason; the vast majority of fanfiction is today’s society is looked at as a very scary pros- all time: Aretha Franklin. During a time when records weren’t as popular as they had been. definitely as cringe-worthy and ill-constructed pect. Refined work in the fanfiction medium is people of color were still marginalized, even Then, in 1980, her career revival began as people are led to believe. Admittedly, it takes often only born of either previous literary knowl- more so women, Aretha took matters into her when she sang perhaps her most popular patience and effort to delve into any level of it edge, the ire of frustrated English majors, or peo- own hands. She wasn’t going to be brought songs “Respect” and “Think” during The Blues for many series, especially if one’s literary eye is ple with way too much time on their hands who down by discrimination. Brothers Movie. And, in 1987, she was the first already well-developed. It’s not a good place for became self-aware and began to improve. Growing up in the church, Franklin was woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll new readers, either, but they’re more likely to In terms of sites, I can only recommend always surrounded by the gospel. She was Hall of Fame. In addition, Aretha has been consume what they read without discernment. Fanfiction.net as a default choice as it is com- very involved with singing in the church where involved in several duets with famous artists One thing can be observed: many creators pletely mainstream and organized well enough her father was a reverend, and it was clear at such as George Michael, Smokey Robinson, in various branches of fanfiction take their time for public use. While there are other fanfic- a young age she had talent. She was regarded Elton John, and many others. to refine their work. No easily accessible clus- tion sites, they’re more obscure and prefera- as a musical prodigy, not only for her sing- Fusing the gospel music of her childhood ter of fanfiction is very good overall, but a lit- bly for higher-end works and specific series. ing abilities, but also because she was very with jazz and R&B, Franklin revved it all up with tle searching yields rewards. However, this is to Exceptions in quality range as publishing is skilled on piano. It wasn’t long after making her special brand of soul. Though she recently say that one has consumed the series required usually only a few clicks away. As with any her first recording at age 14 that she signed with announced her retirement from the touring cir- beforehand, often a video game, anime, or medium allowing free expression of content a record label, moving to New York in 1960. It cuit, Franklin’s crown remains firmly in place. another novel or series of novels. As such, each amongst all people, quality sometimes takes a wasn’t until six years later that she found the With eighteen Grammy subsection of fanfiction is inherently exclusion- dive. Such is a trend that transcends the fanfic- musical style for which she’s best known. Awards and a couple Lifetime ary to those outside. Additionally, this makes it tion medium; anything that allows broadcast- Inspiration came from other artists like Achievement Awards, Aretha easy for writers, especially new ones, to work ing of all levels of skill and engagement is full Otis Redding and Carole King, and it was Franklin will always hold the with a setting: the entire universe, already of people with inexperience, and more often at this time that soul music shaped Aretha’s title, Queen of Soul. established, is at their disposal. than not, inflated egos. career. According to Rolling Stone, “By 1968 Alyssa Katz The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 Arts & Culture 9 Waddle On Artist Talk I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO. Alyssa Katz Bayley Shean Seriously. Am Not. (A sort of film After 11 years, the virtual world of Club Penguin has review) decided to shut down. In 2005, Club Penguin was an online Professor Julia Petitfrere Baldwin’s voice in the film) is talking about game used as a fun way to Lorraine Hansberry asking (R.) Kennedy to connect with people around When you get dressed and go out the door, get his brother to escort the girl into the uni- the world, while waddling having made the decision to go to a cinema versity (of Alabama) to send a message, about about as a penguin avatar. Disney, owners since you haven’t been to in more than fifteen years Kennedy’s refusal, about Hansberry’s smile 2007, have found online activity to be lacking because the last time you went and had to wait (before exiting, effectively ending the meet- within the last five years. At the end of March, to be picked up afterwards, security came ing) and Baldwin’s relief that she wasn’t smil- the launch of Club Penguin Island will be around to harass you and the black girl you ing at him. available on mobile devices. Unfortunately, it’s were with. She being relatively newly arrived [Thinking of Whoopi Goldberg’s Celie say- completely separate from the desktop and app from Jamaica and added to your family, her ing, “Until you do right by me...”] version, so no information or items will transfer mother had asked you to do something with The thought of being spit on galls you. As over. The Club Penguin Island launch is in hopes her. Never mind. nonviolent in your own self as you are you of connecting or keeping up with the current In every recall of, every thought of this cin- know that if someone spits on you, you are generation of kids. ema (in Fairfield!), you are thoroughly incensed going to kill that person. If not right there and Millennials would be the generation most by the knowledge that there is video surveil- then that day, some day. familiar with this game, for most of us prob- lance on the premises and that someone must Images of police beating unarmed black ably played it as kids, collecting coins to buy know you just left the theatre and are not people, black bodies hanging from trees... You accessories and/or puffles. Paid members were trespassing or loitering, simply waiting to be find yourself focusing on their hyper-extended more privileged, able to purchase a greater picked up again. necks. And you find yourself wondering what The Arts are alive at NVCC. On February 22, amount of items and igloo accessories. Being Anyway, when you decide to end this boy- it must be like to look at a photo of a lynch mob Cynthia Guild, a Connecticut resident, ECSU old enough meant becomiing a certified tour cott and go to the cinema because it is the only and to recognize a loved one, to see a gleeful professor, and artist behind the exhibition guide and possible recruitment as an agent place near you showing the Baldwin film and foreparent in the mob. What is the feeling to “Blue,” was the focus of an artist talk presented into the Penguin Security Agency (PSA), later you head into the building--side-by-side and see one’s great-grandfather or grandfather as by the NVCC Art Club. In this talk, Guild the Elite Penguin Force (EPF). Members partic- in conversation with a suspiciously thin, older, a boy in the crowd all smiles? Is the reaction discussed her works that are currently on ipated in top secret missions to save the island white woman in an oversized winter coat who to sit and stare and eventually cry? Or tear the display in the Leever Atrium Gallery, consisting from Herbert P. Bear Esquire’s plots to turn decided to strike up conversation with you photo into tiny bits and never speak about it? of numerous paintings, as well as prints. As the Club Penguin into a warm sanctuary because after you held the door open for her, you step Is it ever a point of pride? What does that per- title of the exhibition suggests, the paintings he hated the cold. And who could forget want- up to the counter where a black woman who is son, that descendant do? were mainly blue, as her subject is winter ing to become a ninja while playing CardJitsu? probably your age--which is middle age--and, You are grateful that shame isn’t yours. settings. Guild paints the wintry scenes from Another fun memory involves all the unlike you, looks it greets you with a smile You think Lorraine is beautiful. You think “images produced by surveillance cameras at themed parties: the Adventure Party with and you begrudgingly give her eight dollars Myrlie Evers is beautiful. You think Malcolm is ski resorts,” as explained in her artist statement. pirates and buried treasure, the Halloween and twenty-five cents. Well, in the form of your beautiful. You smile when Baldwin talks about While this artist does not aim to recreate the Party with ghouls and spooky hauntings, the debit card. the way he loved him. And you cry a little bit image exactly in her paintings and prints, she Medieval Party with knights and noble quests, The ticket agent is remarkably pleasant as when you see Harry Belafonte’s face stream- instead looks to convey a mood, a feeling, to the and many others. Scavenger hunts were fre- is the young black girl checking tickets on your ing with tears and a lot more when you listen viewer. She discussed her experimentation with quent components of these parties as penguins way into the theatre that is, unsurprisingly, to Baldwin’s surrogate talk about Baldwin’s materials and her fascination in the process of searched the entire island solving riddles and all yours. And you are conscious of the emp- resolve to not cry for fear that he might never making art. She ended her talk by saying, “You gathering items to claim a prize. tiness because it feels dangerous. You cannot stop. And you are nodding and thinking of may be very surprised at what you can do.” From the mysterious box dimension and help looking over your shoulders from time Philando Castile’s last moments and, when While Guild was most likely speaking about constant attempts—never successful—at tip- to time and thinking about hate and shooters. Baldwin talks about someone’s children not artists and their process, this statement is true ping the iceberg, to acting in plays on the stage, Specifically, people who would shoot someone being children anymore (after the death of of everyone. Try new things, push your limits, Club Penguin was very interactive and kept its who would come to watch this kind of film. their father; was it Malcolm’s? Was it Medgar’s? and you might just surprise yourself. members wanting more. I always looked for- Eventually, you are joined; one white man here. Children who had watched their just-trying-to- ward to appearances by Gary the Gadget Guy, Then another. And another. They sit in a trian- do-right father murdered) hearing (as you still Rockhopper, and Sensei, to name a few. gle around you which feels strategic and leaves do) the little four-year-old girl’s voice trying to At Christmas time the site would annually you uneasy still, even after the film starts. be a comfort to her mother saying,”I’m right host Coins for Change, a charity that turned vir- The film starts. The film starts. And you here with you.” tually donated coins into real U.S. dollars, which think more people should be here, seeing this. Medgar in a coffin. Malcolm in a coffin. were then used to build homes, schools, provide You think this man--James Baldwin--always Martin in a coffin. Their widows and children medical care, and help the environment. seems so diminutive and effeminate in gesture looking for the last times. March 29th marks the end of Club Penguin; and this has, for all kinds of reasons, felt like The film ends and the music--hip hop which the site is currently having a farewell party to weakness and yet... you no longer listen to--is too loud and feels celebrate the milestones that occurred on the And you are reminded you never deal very angry in a way that you are not. island these last eleven years. So if, like me, well with white hatred and violence. Images When you leave the building, the sun is you once played Club Penguin and are sad it’s of spitting on innocent, trailblazing chil- shining and you are glad for it. ending, be sure to log on one last time before dren. A black girl-child walking into a white You know as a black person (in the immor- it shuts down forever. And, as they always say school alone in mobs of white haters. This in tal words of Lucille Clifton): “Everyday/some- on Club Penguin, waddle on. the moment when Samuel L. Jackson (who is thing has tried to kill me/and has failed.”

gray Pringle. This is a heptapod ship. Instead Different Visits of interacting with aliens on the ship, the book’s Nintendo Switch Outlook Austin Toscano characters talk to them via “looking glasses,” Bradley Edwards A few months ago, Hollywood released another which Nerd Reactor compares to Skype. seems to be trying to run for, despite its other The alien’s language is also conveyed differ- self-created cultural challenges. adaptation of a pre-existing property because The tides of the gaming community have been ently. Basically, heptapods have two languages: The Nintendo Wii’s main selling point they can’t come up with anything original. vaguely displaced by the announcement of Heptapod A, spoken in grunts and bellows, and was its innovation and ability to extend across Okay, in all seriousness, Arrival is actually Nintendo’s next gaming console, the Switch. Heptapod B, written via fancy circles. These all demographics, something that blew the not as groan-worthy as one might think. In Hopefully, they have learned their mistakes circles are customized in ways to function like competing consoles out of the water. The five fact, you should actually go watch it before from last time, and from previous trends easily reading this (but don’t abandon the paper, hieroglyphics. In the movie, these two lan- top-selling Wii games, as reported by Nintendo guages are simply combined into one. observable. Much of the gaming community is itself, were Wii Sports, Mario Kart Wii, Wii please?). Those still here are probably thinking, eagerly anticipating this development, crossing What is this guy going on about? Get to the movie Perhaps the biggest difference between Sports Resort, New Super Mario Brothers Wii, movie and short story is the ending, and the their fingers that it will be good since some of and WiiPlay, ranked from most to least sold. review already! All right, all right, put down your 2016’s general releases were disappointing— pitchforks and torches. Geez. meaning of the heptapods’ arrival. In the story, Three of these are sports titles, and all five are the ships simply exit Earth’s atmosphere, never case in point being Mighty No. 9, among others. rated ‘E’for “Everyone,” translating to pretty Arrival is based on a 1998 Ted Chiang short Since the Nintendo Entertainment System, story, “The Story of Your Life”. In both ver- hinting as to why they came in the first place. much every imaginable demographic. The purpose can be left up to the reader’s inter- Nintendo has become increasingly first-party The Wii U, instead, had a touch screen, an sions, strange crafts appear over various coun- exclusive, which hasn’t seemed to bear entirely tries across Earth, including the United States. pretation, but ultimately, this doesn’t matter, at attempt to bring the nature of the Nintendo least in the context of the short story. well, considering games on modern consoles Dual Screen over to consoles. It sold, but didn’t Nobody has any idea what they want, so the have become more difficult to produce, and U.S. government enlists the aid of Dr. Louise However, the movie “spices” things up a sell well, mostly because it hadn’t continued to bit, giving Dr. Banks the aliens’ abilities to see people expect graphics almost on equal terms chain this new demographic snowglobe it cre- Banks, a linguist, in hopes of understanding the with gameplay. Third-party developers were purpose of the aliens’ arrival. Along the way, into the future, and the gift of their language. ated, instead, trying to be clever with the porta- It’s a good ending with substance, but the spirit also reluctant to work with Nintendo due to the ble functionality of the rather clunky controller. Louise meets Gary Donnelly, a physicist she - differs from the original. unique hardware that increased costs and pro From here, they’ve got two potentially great grows close to over the course of the narrative. longed development time. Both “The Story of Your Life” and Arrival options: attempting to bring back third-party Researching the aliens—dubbed heptapods The same might translate to the Nintendo are fantastic creative pieces you should defi- support and buckle down on gameplay, or try- because of their seven limbs—begins to change Switch if it fails to sell well. This is an issue nitely catch. Arrival is out on blu ray. “The ing again at making the Switch a clever device the way Louise thinks and perceives the world. many modern consoles have, not third-party Story of Your Life” is available wherever books like the Wii U was supposed to be. A big step in The heptapods don’t think linearly like humans, support, but increased difficulty in creating and e-books are sold. Anyone taking NVCC’s the right direction was not naming it after the where everything has a cause and effect. Instead, games and stifling the development of new Science Fiction and Society course will be read- last console—something that genuinely con- they view things simultaneously: past, present, properties and ideas. Those that don’t put such and future come to them all at once. ing it there. Have fun with that! fused consumers. Though they might not get http://nerdreactor.com/2016/11/14/arriv- high standards on graphics allow gameplay to back the WiiFit audience, they’ve got a good Those who’ve seen the movie poster may better speak for itself—a philosophy Nintendo recall a large stone “thing” that looks like a al-vs-story-of-your-life-whats-the-difference/ opportunity to do damage control at hand. 10 Opinions The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 That’s What She Said Phone Bashing Stranger than Bradley Edwards Earth Matters Together We Fiction I’m the only person I know who doesn’t have Christopher Gordon Green and Renewable Rise a smartphone. Except for maybe this one “This has been the guy who’s about as socially disconnected as Being an avid reader I’ve had the chance to Energies farthest setback in I am—and my parents, who can still barely experience many things in print. I’ve traveled Alyssa Katz feminism I’ve seen use conventional computers. When it comes faster than the speed of light, witnessed dragons in my life,” an older down to it, I couldn’t imagine actually doing As we continue to Jessica Ney razing villages, and I can’t begin to count the woman, maybe sixty, anything with a smartphone. Why text people number of people I’ve saved from the clutches stress, carbon dioxide confided in me, Saturday, January 21st, when I can just talk to them over IRC on the of absolute evil. Through the power of words poses a huge danger after she participated in her local Women’s internet? When it comes down to it, they’re I have also experienced fascist dictatorships to Earth’s ozone, March. That’s when the true weight of this about the same thing, but it’s not like I need and totalitarian regimes controlling all they contributing to drastic changes in climate. horror show of a democracy hit me. IRC in my pocket to talk with my close friends could witness. Scientists continue to search for innovative She showed me photos of marches all all the freakin’ time. Like, what am I gonna There was nothing worse than the descrip- ways to stop climate change. In the US, over the United States, with a smile on her do, tell them how many ceiling tiles are in the tion of living a life under the watchful eye of new tactics for turning harmful toxins into face. I was amazed by her resilience. These room? Surely, I have the memory retention to “Big Brother.” An agency of the state could, at useful materials are being developed. In “grey-haired warriors,” as Gloria Steinem tell them later. any moment, spy on you as you peacefully went recent months, scientists have discovered calls them, have fought a long fight to gain Mobile phone games are garbage, to be about your life. Imagine having to worry about the ability to turn harmful toxin such as the rights we’ve blindly been enjoying, brutally honest. Wastes of time, nearly com- your phone being used by your very own gov- CO2 into ethanol. Other discoveries include rights now being stripped from us all. Yet plete wastes of money, though I haven’t played ernment to know where you are at all times (1). advances in hydrogen technology like the they’re still willing to fight on; they still Candy Crush, so I don’t know if that’s just I seem to have forgotten that the NSA already development of cars that run on hydrogen have the energy and passion to protest— some cute puzzle game or not. Mobile games does that. Sorry for this poor example; I will instead of gasoline, and the ability to turn because they know what life can be with- and me—we don’t agree! The payment mod- try to make a better one to describe how insane nuclear waste into long-lasting batteries. out rights. els, the sheer insanity of the inconvenience pre- some books can be. Although new and innovative, these I have definitely taken that for granted. sented to draw some quick money from the less Maybe we should imagine the concept of a advancements have downsides because I’ve been ignoring the news, running from tech-inclined or engaged—it just drives me up bastardized language touted as more efficient. each originally dealt with a type of trapping the truth, living in my ignorant bubble of the wall. Like, “You could give us five dollars or That seems implausible enough, right? Imagine and storage of harmful materials. Think protection. I’ve been an awful feminist. To you can wait twenty-four hours for this simple being bombarded by words supposedly clari- about it. Trapping and storing carbon diox- the women who’ve been just like me: We prereq to progression.” Why don’t I just go doo- fying an idea, only to have them muddle your ide, for instance, may sound like a good idea need to open our eyes, educate ourselves, dle on some paper? I’d have more fun pretend- thoughts instead. How could anyone get any- at first. But, like any energy under pressure, and fight for our rights. ing I was playing the game! I could just buy a thing done when Newspeak ensures no one can after a certain period (depending on condi- It doesn’t matter if you don’t agree with ten dollar bucket of erasers from Staples, and fully know what you mean (1)? Darn, it seems tions), it could eventually explode. So much abortion, for moral reasons or otherwise. pretend they’re all game pieces. politicians resort to these sort of rhetoric she- for that idea, since trying to control climate You’ve got to respect your sisters enough to However, having a regular old cellphone nanigans all the time. Maybe we should move change would instead backfire dramati- know they need different care, respect these makes sense because calling people anywhere on. I can still make my point, I know I can. cally, with all that harmful gas spreading women enough to reduce the number of ille- is still nice, and it’s handy for emergencies, I know what I can talk about, something into the air, accelerating rather than revers- gal abortions botched at home. since US coverage is basically everywhere so absurd no one can dispute its logic as being ing the problem. You may think too many protests are imaginable. I guess browsing the internet on the product of a brilliant author’s imagination. Fortunately, there are other forms of going on, but protest is our best way to a smartphone could be pretty cool, but I hon- The greatest nation has walled itself away. They green energy that don’t involve using that bring change. You don’t have to march, but estly don’t see being able to browse many sites spend decades without contact from the rest of type of trapping or storage. These also don’t discredit people who do participate other than Youtube and the text-only ones on human societies, and rally against the slightest don’t involve the burning of fossil fuels, in this world, this government. Instead, be the go. And I already see enough of those at change to the status quo. A minority class is and instead use natural substances to power inclusive. Be brave, bold, and unapologetic. home. Also, how does one have deep discus- both shunned and battered into near nonexis- facilities, including businesses and homes. The smallest steps can power this revolu- sions with touch screens? People get used to tence, deemed illegal, and finally expelled from Solar energy is perhaps the most pop- tion. For feminism to work, we need every- them, I know, but I feel like the speed of that the nation altogether. Time passes, and eventu- ular form of green energy. Typically, this one; we need involvement and compromise. just couldn’t beat a keyboard…but that could ally the walls grow to cover the entire nation, a involves using mirrors or lenses to generate Feminism comes in all shapes and sizes. use some scientific testing, I suppose. There’s giant dome to shelter from the risk of contami- power from the sun’s direct light. In turn, It works on all spectrums. There’s no one nothing wrong with liking or owning smart- nation. In their isolation, they fail to notice how the absorption of that sunlight is transmit- way. Redefining physical boundaries, leav- phones, but really, we could all afford to dis- their technology is slow to progress compared ted into useable energy such as electricity. ing abusive relationships, asking for a raise, connect a little. Either go all-in with a computer to the rest of human society. What was the larg- Wind energy is also a very popular form breaking a cycle, going to school, travel- or laptop or just don’t be involved. A phone’s est now merely becomes the most populous, of renewable energy. The use of wind power ing, these will all fuel change and show the not the full experience, and for the price, I don’t with citizens shunned as the backwater hicks has been around for centuries to move sail- world women deserve respect and equal really see it being worth it. they’ve allowed themselves to become. Wait, boats and windmills. It wasn’t until the rights. Feminism benefits everyone: women, that is a plan some political leaders have for 20th century that converting wind into elec- men non-binary individuals, Black, White, America? Holy hell, when did reality become tricity was plausible. Asian, Latinx—all people. stranger than fiction (2)? Hydropower is similar to wind energy, I’ve been invigorated and exhila- Works referenced: 1. 1984, by George but instead of wind this uses water. Dams rated, inspired by generations before me. Orwell 2. Caves of Steel, by Isaac Asimov and reservoirs store the water. When I will never forget their sacrifices or their released, it flows through a turbine, spin- unconditional love, ever again. But they ning it, which in turn activates a genera- need our help; it’s time to lighten their bur- tor to produce electricity. Mills also run on den. Today, I join the fight. This shall be Recently Read hydropower—like windmills. This can also the boldest feminist turnaround in my life, George Orwell’s 1984 be referred to as hydroelectric power, and because I will do my part to ensure we only Imagine standing in a crowd Within the span of a sentence, roles are there are manufacturing plants that run rise from here. None of us can fight this full of neighbors all cheering switched, allies become enemies and vice versa. off this conversion of water into electricity. alone; our country must unite against igno- on a demagogue as he rambles through a The crowd eagerly cheers for the new “allies” Why use renewable energy? Fossil fuel rance, discrimination, and hate. If you want speech. The crowd cheers, and you find and rages against the new “villains”. What’s supplies are dwindling, and will eventu- to be part of the movement, but don’t know yourself cheering enthusiastically along. The worse, it’s presented as if the change in sta- ally become unavailable. Their continued how, here are some tips. demagogue makes a bold exclamation, another tus from ally to aggressor by both other Global use has caused great damage to the envi- Join a local NOW chapter by visit- cheer. Then a second exclamation, and more States was natural. It was accepted, this contra- ronment. Renewable energy focuses on nat- ing now.org and searching your area. The wild cheers. dictory concept, as if this was the reality they’d ural substances such as wind, sunlight, and Women’s March is continuing their pro- There is a problem, but one you are not able always known, as if they’d always been fighting water. While burning fossil fuel may seem test with their 10 in 100 Movement. Over to analyze. You are caught up in the specta- the villainous enemy—even though, not even a cheaper than building solar panels and one hundred days, they’ll share ten differ- cle, the group swept away in fervor. The catch: second before, they were cheering those “ene- wind turbines, but improvements are being ent ways to get involved. There’s still time the two exclamations are direct opposites; one mies” on as perfect allies. made to ensure the cost of green energy is to take part! Access the movement at wom- cannot be true if the other exists. Yet the crowd Many people see a parallel to common rhet- less expensive, and the transition to renew- ensmarch.com/hearourvoice/. Never forget apparently is in full agreement that both are oric within this novel and the rhetoric of our able energies will be more available and cost the power of acceptance and compassion. true and valid, and only the glorious leader can real public officials. And in one way, they are effective. Not to mention, the long-term cost Our country needs these now more than see these truths. correct: many make nebulous proclamations, of coal, carbon, and oil use is enormous. ever. Women and girls are crucial to the Crowd manipulation is a common practice, only to reverse these statements within the success of this country. It’s time to treat us so common it was used in a book to great effect. same speech, even in the same sentence. And as such. I celebrate womanhood in all of its That book is 1984. With the current President of crowds cheer. Unfortunately, there are a lot of forms. Join me. the United States fitting many peoples’ concept people who choose not to think too hard about of the “Big Brother” in the novel, this story has what is being said. They will follow whomever Loved it? started to disappear from bookstores and library says the right combination of vowels and con- shelves and make its way into people’s hands. sonants, regardless of overall content. Hated it? 1984 is George Orwell’s dystopian vision of What makes the novel’s crowd manipula- Send us your letters in response a world split into three fascist states that are at tion so successful is that the population is dis- Tamarack war with each other endlessly (and pointlessly). couraged from critical thinking at a very early to articles, features, and profiles in Edit Meetings The scene in the novel I highlighted is a piv- age. America, despite its flaws and foibles, is a The Tamarack. Limit them to 200 otal scene in which the country is rallying sup- nation that still tries to encourage free think- words and email them to tamarack@ Fridays port for the war against one of the other major ing. In this critical way, reality does not mirror nv.edum with the subject like powers and highlighting the strength of both the novel: a majority of people do not blindly READERS RESPOND. Letters may 11:30 - 12:30, S519 the nations’ own soldiers and the third global accept such contradictions. ALL WELCOME!! powers’ soldiers who are “Allies”. Christopher Gordon be edited for length and grammar. The Tamarack, March 1, 2017 Opinions 11 Thank You All Readers Respond Outbreak of Hate Lest We Forget Dear Editor, Alyssa Katz Steve Parlato I am very compelled by Christopher Gordon’s Join the article, “Dangerous Behavior”. This story has Conversation vital information important for everyone on campus to read. It saddens me that a club flyer It is almost midnight was ruined with hateful words. [Remarks] as I type these words. like “There’s only two genders” and “liberal Another late night of morons” are extremely offensive and cruel. worry and doubt, and I am sorry people cannot keep an open Christopher oddly enough, hope for and kind mind. I am sorry people cannot keep Gordon their opinions to themselves. You may ask, the future. There is a Courtesy of NBC News sad rise in the level of exclusion all over our “Well why does your opinion matter, but not nation, and yet I still strive to overcome the the opinion of the people who wrote on the intolerance and hatred in order to help all of club flyer?” My opinion is not hurting anyone. Since the election of Donald Trump in us keep going, even if for just one more day. Opinions are wonderful when they are not November, hate incidents have greatly NVCC is a place for all seekers of knowl- demeaning others. increased throughout the U.S. with nearly 900 edge and wisdom to congregate. Professors Some people cannot grasp the fact that documented cases. The majority have been of all backgrounds and disciplines, with words hurt. This hateful message towards a graffiti and verbal assaults, with a smaller skin tones as varied as religions and cul- specific group of people can make them feel percentage being physical attacks. Even in this tures seen throughout our student body. uncomfortable and unsafe in their own school. modern age, voicing discrimination against February’s issue of The Tamarack focused A school is supposed to feel safe because it is others is not novel, but the seeming entitlement on a small incident of hate directed at a seg- their place of education. They won’t feel safe to spew hate is nonetheless alarming. ment of our community, and the response expressing themselves. One of the issues police face when filing As an undergrad, I was a Fine Arts major, so I I have witnessed was heartwarming, but it Why do people care? It has nothing to do reports of these incidents is whether to classify always appreciate how an exhibit can enrich the was also a little terrifying. with their lives. If they’re comfortable with them as hate speech or hate crimes. Hate crime daily life of a campus. In fifteen years teaching Thank you all, those of you who were as their gender, why be hateful to others? It is is defined as “a crime motivated by racial, sex- at NVCC, I’ve encountered work of every genre, incensed about this incident as The Tamarack truly devastating. People need to learn how to ual, or other prejudice, typically one involving by students and professional artists. I’ve smiled writing staff. The sense I got of a commu- live a life not hurting others. violence.” Hate speech “attacks at one clever composition, been moved to tears nity standing in support of a group whose We need to do everything we can to try to a person or group on the basis of attributes by an adjacent canvas. No exhibit, however, has only goal is to show pride in who they are, stop this hate. Our school needs to be a place such as gender, ethnic origin, religion, race, moved me as profoundly as that installed in the and not to hurt anyone else, was indeed where everyone can feel safe and open. We disability, or sexual orientation.” It’s estimated Leever Atrium February 15th. very positive. The Tamarack had lived up need to take a stand. These people might have two thirds of hate crimes go unreported, usu- To honor Black History Month, the BSU to its reputation as a true voice of the cam- just started feeling comfortable around others, ally due to fear of escalation, or the belief that arranged a campus visit by the Lest We Forget pus yet again. and this may push them away. Ultimately, they hateful behavior falls under the protection of Museum of Slavery & Traveling Exhibit. A new dialogue that would not be easy, may feel afraid of being themselves. free speech. Viewing artifacts documenting our nation’s or probably welcome by some, is now inev- American inventor, Charles Kettering, once In our own state, there have been many deepest shame was an experience I will long itable. And that is the terrifying aspect. said, “People are very open-minded about new instances, such as a recent vandalism in remember. Simple in its presentation, the Terrifying and yet…terrific. NVCC, and things—as long as they’re exactly like the old Newton, where swastikas were painted on exhibit showcased physical evidence of our the rest of our nation, needs to start hav- ones.” This is the truth. Some people can only a local business. Last month, in a case in country’s crime against its own citizens. These ing these sorts of discussions. It is not to accept what they believe is ‘normal’. We need to Norwalk, white supremacist flyers were dis- relics—including slave shackles and master’s silence one segment of the campus, but sim- get people to understand there is more. People tributed throughout one neighborhood to the ply to help educate us all. Marginalization need to be more accepting and understand- horror of predominantly white residents. The of a group of people eventually leads to ing—or simply mind their own business. flyers read, “Make America White Again,” bad actions. By talking with—not at—each Sincerely, Bianca Donofrio calling us to regress, to reject the hard work other, certainly not by yelling over each and sacrifice—to further devalue lives lost to other, will we finally start to see each other Autumn Blackwood responds in verse to the hatred—by erasing whatever progress we’ve in a new, respectful light. This dialogue February story, “Unacceptable”. made toward racial equality. On a site listed may not be easy, but a lot of hate needs to on the flyer, extremist Mike Enoch proclaims, be overcome. Since November ~ “We’re white, and we’re not sorry.” I will offer a second thanks to everyone Most of these incidents are clearly moti- who is ready to set aside hatred and listen Hate speech scratched vated by anti-immigrant and anti-Black sen- to the other side. I was wrong before. It’s not on a flyer, a small crime. timent. Undocumented immigrants, fearing the dialogue that’s difficult or frightening; A huge gesture. deportation, are unlikely to speak up or file it’s the surrender of anger in favor of listen- reports against the hate they’ve begun encoun- ing. When others feel they’ve been heard, His pen became a weapon tering on a daily basis. Even children have whip; historical documents of the trade; graphic it makes them much more willing to listen of the small-minded faced an increase in racial slurs in schools. photographs of lynching victims; Jim Crow-era in turn, if neither side resorts to taunting. While hatred has always hidden in the shad- propaganda, and much more—shook me to my intended to cut If you’re willing to make the effort to ows, Trump’s presidential campaign, which core. Equally disturbing were the clear connec- down those understand a concept you’ve previously traded on fear and division, has undoubtedly tions between this historical sin and its lasting dismissed, be welcome at our metaphorical who sparked an increase in the boldness of white repercussions in our divided nation. table. If you’re ready to speak your own feel- are nationalists. Sadly, hate only perpetuates hate, The straightforward nature of the presen- ings—not as judgment or accusation, but as different. and there have been instances of violence orig- tation made its brutal reality all the more pro- an honest attempt to be understood—you inating from both sides, with Trump support- found. I learned more than I’d have liked to are welcome at this table. If you are will- Mercenaries are no longer ers targeted for abuse as well. about the enslaved experience, always mindful It may seem alarming so much hate has my discomfort in the presence of these objects ing to listen to everyone else’s feelings, and single snipers hidden in work to understand them, pull up a chair. spread so quickly throughout our country. But was miniscule in comparison to those who shadows. when a nation’s leader fails to disavow sup- lived these realities. What also struck me was port by a former KKK leader, when he vows my own ignorance. For example, after learning More have taken up to build a wall to keep out “bad hombres,” the origin of the word, I’ll likely never think inky swords Reality is merely an illusion, when he condones the beating of a Black Lives of going on a “picnic” in quite the same way. armies bound together Matter protestor at one of his rallies, when he’s J. Justin and Gwen Ragsdale, husband and albeit a very persistent one. in hate. been recorded making denigrating comments wife curators of the exhibit, who run the per- “ about women, when he makes it a priority to manent museum in Philadelphia, are doing a - Albert Einstein rescind legislation protecting the LGBTQ com- great service as stewards of these objects, this ” We don’t have enough medics. munity, perhaps we shouldn’t be surprised. history. I’m grateful to them, the BSU, and the A simple bandage can’t Apparently, it’s actually hate that trickles down faculty—Elma Solomon, Kathy Taylor, Julia In March I would like to thank my grandmother. staunch the bleeding. from the top. Petitfrere—who made the visit possible, for She built the life she desired most with the man reminding me, and all those in attendance, we she loved. It was not always easy, especially must gaze into the cracked mirror of our past, when my grandfather became seriously ill deeply and often, in order to recognize hatred, and was no longer capable of supporting his oppression, inhumanity whenever they rear up six children and wife. My grandmother went from the shadows to claim new victims. to work without even blinking. She did not Can you find it? This month, we’ve cast my grandfather aside, instead accepting featured a picture of an what had happened and supporting her family object on campus you in a new way. She worked as a secretary for probably pass countless large law firms in Washington D.C., usually times each week. But becoming the most valued and valuable can you identify it? employee. Even well into retirement, she is Submit your answer to still fondly remembered for her strength in the [email protected] for workplace. Her example is one I hope many a chance to win a $10 people will come to follow: build a dream and Dunkin Donuts gift do everything it takes to keep that dream alive, card! Winner will be no matter the reasons that might make it hard chosen randomly from to maintain. correct entries received. ~ Chris Gordon 12 The Tamarack, March 1, 2017

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