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Volume 25, Issue 3 December 10, 2007 Manchester Community College Free Rash of Smash and Grabs Inside this Issue ... Raise Safety Concerns OLUMN! NEW C

By Ashley E. Lang Live Wire Staff Writer Smash and grab is the latest trend hitting Manchester Community College hard this semester with a random

string of break-ins in cars parked in He Said, She Said on page 16. lots on campus. MCC police are still investigating reports of a series of car vandalism and thefts, some as recent as late October. In recent weeks, parking lots B, C, and D have been the locations where unidentified person, or people, broke into to cars, smashing the windows, and looting stereos and other visible belongings. “[We] don’t know who was responsible Graphic courtesy of Google Images Read about a stand out [for the acts], there were no witnesses,” occasionally someone is up to no in plain view. student at MCC on page 3. said Susan Gibbens, director of Public good.” The earlier smash and grab occurred Safety and Environmental Health and The concern that arises from the on March 26, between 8 a.m. and 11 head of the MCC police. break-ins for many people on campus a.m. when a female student, who According to reports that were sent via is whether or not the police are doing was parked in the west side of C- email to faculty and staff, there were two everything possible to prevent them. Lot, found her right rear passenger separate incidents in the past year. The “What more can we ask them window smashed and two pairs of most recent act that took place on Oct. [MCC police] to do? The school is expensive sunglasses missing out of 23, between 6 p.m. and 8:20 p.m. Radio/ lit up like a Christmas tree and cops a bag on the floor of her back seat. CD/tape systems were stolen from three [routinely check] the parking lots,” The most recent incidents are not separate cars parked on campus. Each said Anthony Goiangos, a General the first to have occurred on campus, car had a side window that was smashed Studies major who is also active in Gibbens said. Get and update on the TB and its stereo systems removed from student government. “It seems like we have a couple of scare on page 8. the dashboard. In addition, one of the Others feel the incidents are isolated incidents a semester,” she said. vehicles, along with the stereo, had and don’t reflect the safety of the “We’re an open campus and several other items also stolen that were campus. Get some ideas Please see Safety on page 3 from the Live Night of the Chefs Ends with Wire Gift Guide on pages 12 and By Jason Cunningham Big Buddha Prize Live Wire Editor Tall white hats are rushing all around; host this event and good luck to all of the winter-themed cake with skiing polar 13. under them are the finest culinary students competition and all of the schools that are bears. MCC’s team competition cake that Manchester Community College, The competing today for scholarship prizes.” featured a giant Buddha made out of Center for Culinary Arts, and Norwalk As the event went on, patrons rice krispies on top of a “ ...it’s pretty What would Community College has to offer. They are viewed three teams of chefs floral themed cake, which exciting that the Word make you come rushing for a good reason. It’s Nov. 17, the from competing schools make took first prize in the team kid’s don’t know on campus out and support second annual Night of the Chefs, held this the best dish they could using cake competition. MCC what they’re going MCC’s sports year at MCC. mystery ingredients. The event also took home first prize to be work teams? Night of the Chefs is an event to benefit was aired in a hall outside of places for the categories of ing with...” page 24 Everybody Wins! CT. The organization helps the kitchen and on a big screen butter cream cake, string state children learn how to read through two in the Cheney Dining Room. work cake, marzipan cake, -Grace Talaga programs, the Readers as Leaders, program “I think it’s pretty exciting and rolled fondant cake. where older students read to kindergartners, that the kids don’t know what During the evening they’re going to be working with until the guests were treated to Brie cranberry Campus Briefs ...... 2 and the Power Lunch program, in which a volunteer sets aside their lunch hour to read very last minute,” said Grace Talaga, MCC quesadillas, Mediterranean pasta, MCC News ...... 3 to local schoolchildren. Both programs have Food Lab Manager, chicken quesadilla wraps, and various Health...... 8 made a difference to children in the greater “so we had two mystery proteins and a other gourmet foods. Alcoholic Hartford area and nationwide. mystery vegetable… So they have to really beverages were also on hand. Editorials...... 10 “We’re thrilled to be here because we think fast on their feet. We call it Grace MCC took first prize last year in the Arts & Entertainment....14 think the facilities are wonderful since on fire around here, but it’s cooking under cooking competition, but that was pressure without a doubt, hats off to all of not the case this year. The Center for CD Reviews...... 17 they’ve been upgraded, the new kitchens are extraordinary, and the dining rooms them.” Culinary Arts of Hartford won first Cartoons...... 22 are lovely,” said Ann Waller, president of The cakes in the individual cake place, followed by NCC in second Word on Campus...... 24 Everybody Wins! CT. “We’re very happy competition were elaborate, ranging from a and MCC in third. to have Manchester Community College fruit cart full of marzipan candy fruits to a Please see Chefs on Page 3 Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 2 MCC News Writing Contest Winners Announced Collecting Toys for Snow Angels The winners of the 2006-2007 Writing Contest will be awarded The MCC Criminal Justice Program is having its 10th Annual Snow Angels Toy Drive during a ceremony Friday, Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. in the Fireside for the children of Clark Elementary School. Toys should be worth approximately Commons, located in the LRC Building. The authors will $8 - $10 and are needed for boys and girls, ages 4-10. Toys need to be wrapped and be given awards for their winning essays, short stories, and labeled, and dropped off at Donna Nicholson-Martin’s office, LRC A-244, or in one poems. All members of the community are invited to attend. of the collection boxes located next to the first floor elevator in the AST and near The winners are: Jessica Bauer, Miranda Bergeron, Ann Marie the cafeteria in the Lowe Building. Toys will be collected until Dec. 14. For more Carroll, Caitlin Dailey, Linda Davenport, Doreen Downham, information contact Donna Nicholson-Martin at 512-2756. Penny Field, Jess Fitzgerald, Jennifer Gates, Anthony Goiangos, Kathleen Kiley, Edgar Kunz, Nicole Marella, Brie McNamar, Christina O’Connor, Shannon Prescott, Cynthia Roberts- Diaz, Diana Ruman, William Sandoval, Russ Stockton, Kelly Whinnem and Dawn Williams. For information, contact Jeanine Help Support MCC While Enjoying a Glass of Wine DeRusha, 512-2670. The Manchester Community College Foundation will present the 16th annual Evening of Fine Wines April 4, 2008. Tickets go on sale Jan. 2 for $75 per person. Proceeds from the event will help support scholarships, student New STRONG-CT Coordinator Hired services and program needs. Last year, the event raised more than $100,000. For more information, contact either MCC welcomes new staff member Teshia Levy-Grant as the Linnette Velazquez-Welle or Dorothy A. Kaminski at school’s STRONG-CT Project Coordinator. Funded by the National 512.2905, or via email [email protected]. Science Foundation, the Science and Technology Reaching Out to New Generations in Connecticut, or STRONG-CT, is a partnership edu or [email protected] You can also visit the between MCC, Quinebaug Valley Community College, Three Web site, www.mcc.commnet.edu/wine for a brief history and Rivers Community College and the University of Connecticut, a photo gallery of past events. which aims to recruit and retain minority and first generation students to careers in science. Levy-Grant is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University and was previously the coordinator of diversity initiatives for Saint Joseph College. She holds a masters degree in counseling and a bachelor’s degree in English/Premed, both from Wesleyan University. Students in the STRONG-CT Poetry Club Begins program will earn their associate degrees at one of the participating community colleges before transferring to UCONN for a MCC introduces its new Poetry Club, which will meet baccalaureate degree. Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 3:30 p.m. in room AST T201. MCC’s student activity programs provide opportunities for students to gain personal growth and development outside of the traditional academic environment. For more information about the Poetry Club contact Jeanine DeRusha at 512-2670, or via email at [email protected].

Live Wire Winter Arts Festival Planned Bake Sale Success Reported The Winter Arts Festival, which serves The Manchester Political Union had a bake as the opening event for the Student sale on Oct. 31 and raised $245 for the O!cers Art Show, will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Yellow Ribbon Fund. This fund provides Dec. 14 in the Hans Weiss Newspace assistance to the families of wounded Editor-In-Chief service members who have returned from Jason Cunningham Gallery on the first floor of the AST. The show will run until Jan.21. In Iraq, Afghanistan, and other conflict areas. Assistant Editor addition to student art, the festival The MPU thanks all members of the MCC L. Natalia Vasquez will feature the showing of student community who donated to this important films and performances by student cause. Additional donations can be made by Layout Editors vocalists and instrumental groups. visiting,www.yellowribbonfund.com. For Ashley E. Lang Refreshments will also be served. The information on the MPU, contact the club Business Manager event is free and open to the public. at [email protected] or through advisor Ron Duenas For more information, contact Susan Angelo Messore at 512-2755. The MPU Classen-Sullivan, at 512-2693, or meets Mondays from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the Faculty Advisors email her at sclassen-sullivan@mcc. AST T-201. Stephania Davis commnet.edu. [email protected] Corrections: Robert Kagan [email protected] In a story titled “Farmers’ Market Draws in a Crowd” that appeared on page 4 of the Oct. 29, 2007, issue of the Live Wire the byline was inadvertently omitted. The story was written by Jean Wright. The Live Wire Lowe 253 In a story titled “Sunset Rubdown Rubs Boston the Right Ways” on page 7 of the Oct. 29, Great Path 2007, issue of the Live Wire an incorrect name was given for a band. The band is called Frog Manchester, CT 06240 Eyes, not Fog Eyes.

[email protected] The photo that accompanied the story titled “Women’s Soccer Team Struggles to Pull Ahead” Main Number Editor Assistant Editor on page 14 of the Oct. 29, 2007, issue of the Live Wire was incorrectly attributed. It was taken 860-512-3290 • 860-512-3289 • 860-512-3288 by Jonathon Michals, not Ben Davis. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 3 MCC News Continued from Safety page 1 entering to make sure no one hiding and Continued from Chefs Right: “MCC is fairly safe,” said Donna waiting for you to enter. page 1 MCC’s first Nicholson-Martin, who teaches Being aware of your surroundings can prize winning The night ended with Criminal Justice. help keep you safe and being aware of team competi- While the MCC police are trying what is going on on campus in general can all of the competing teams taking home tion cake. to get to the bottom of the criminal also prevent other crimes from occurring. at least one trophy, acts, there are many things that Just last school year, there were reports of and with more than Photo by students and faculty can do to protect graffiti littering various places throughout $14,000 being raised Jason themselves and their belongings the campus. Two students in the criminal for Everybody Wins! Cunningham from possible predators, Gibbens justice program helped catch the culprits. CT. said. The two individuals involved, both According to the Personal Safety male students at MCC, were charged and Crime Prevention Guide, which with criminal mischief, convicted and is available outside of the MCC required to serve mandatory community Starry-eyed Student Stands Out at Police station in the Lowe Building service. One of the individuals, said lobby and online at the MCC web Gibbens, spent his hours cleaning and site, www.mcc.commnet.edu, there repainting the areas he had vandalized on By Jason Cunningham MCC are a number of ways to help prevent the campus. Live Wire Editor Manchester Community College is security guard and at S&S Worldwide, criminal acts. “What you find in general, [if graffiti known as one of the best community a big crafts company. Being aware of your surroundings remains] it gets more acceptable,” colleges around, preparing students for Before moving to Connecticut, is key. Make sure that you pay Gibbens said. “[If we] put a stop to it then ventures beyond their associate’s degree, Haynes lived in the South Bronx, attention not only to what you are folk’s get discouraged. If that is a style of and encouraging them to reach for the New York. He is the child of Jamaican doing but also where you are and art get a canvas.” heights. We see many types of students at immigrants and attended famous Bronx who is around you. Also, make Nicholson-Martin said the episode is MCC, but one has gone above and beyond High School of Science. He never sure not to leave your valuables an example of the commitment students to make his future bright. finished due to personal reasons, but unattended. If you do choose to have to a safe, clean campus. His name is James Haynes, and he is later earned his GED. leave objects in your car, lock them “Kids here on campus are phenomenal,” a 28-year-old, full time student at MCC. So far it seems Haynes has lived an in your trunk. That way they are not she said. “They look out for each other He’s working on his associate’s degree average life, but don’t be fooled. He is Liberal Arts and Sciences and plans to far from average. openly visible. and the campus.” graduate in the spring. He is the first community college “Any thief is looking for the easiest While the mystery of who is breaking Haynes said he decided to go to college in student to receive the Research and quickest way of accomplishing into cars still remains under investigation, 2004, after the death of his grandmother. Experience for Undergraduates the theft,” said Gibbens. “[It is] the MCC police are asking that if students, “I thought ‘It’s time to do something’,” astronomy internship at the University path of least resistance.” faculty or staff see someone or something said Haynes, who had been working since of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy, Cars should be locked at all times suspicious to call it in. The number for he left high school. as well as the first African-American and should be parked in well-lit the MCC police station is 512-3111 from Haynes lives in Colchester with his student and the oldest student to do so. areas. Check the back seat before an outside line, and 3111 from inside the roommates and has lived in Connecticut That’s a lot of firsts! for eight years. He has worked as a building. Please see Starry on page 7 Discussion Touches a Buffet of Topics During Pizza with the President

By Zachary R. Ahern team. Live Wire Staff Writer “If there is a perceived need and Topics ranged from athletics to there is enough interest, then yes,” new construction as Manchester said Daube. “Athletics are terrific Community College President and I wish more people would Jonathan M. Daube took participate. As of next semester questions from more than 30 there will be money coming for the students during his annual “Pizza athletic program for equipment; with the President” event Nov. however, academics come first.” MCC Pres. Jonathan M. Daube, center, talks with students during his 7. The event was Daube’s last Soon, a question was asked about the annual Pizza with the President event Nov. 7. Daube will be retiring such session with students, as he funding of construction of Great Path from MCC at the end of the Spring 2008 semester. Photo by Endia will retire at the end of the spring Academy, a high school that is now DeCordova-Murphy. 2008 semester after 20 years as housed in several classrooms in the adding that the lighting in parking “There are no plans to make head of MCC. Lowe Building. A new, state of the art lots is not bad, but it could be better. MCC a university because I prefer “Let’s fill up the seats in the front, building for the high school is under He mentioned that student safety is a first rate community college,” he they’re not dangerous,” Daube construction on campus and expected a priority for the school said. “[MCC] lacks the facilities for said with a smile as students to be completed in 2009. Daube said The topic of students with a university campus, plus the cost gathered around the table in the that the money for the GPA building disabilities was brought to the would be great.” Arts, Science and Technology T- was funded by the state. He also said president’s attention from a quiet Daube said that he is very satisfied 201 conference room. that, with athletics in mind, there will voice in the corner of the room. with the addition of more than $100 Once attendees were settled, be a physical education requirement “We are always trying to million worth of new facilities at Daube announced that there was for GPA students because obesity is improve services for students with MCC in the 20 years he has been no question too big or small for a problem in this country. disabilities,” said Daube. He also president. He said that he has had an him to answer and that he would A concern raised by another student made it known that all students amazing experience being president answer all questions to the best of was the lack of a police presence on are entitled to the same academic of MCC, and is overwhelmingly his ability. the MCC campus as well as dimly lit experience at MCC. But, he added, grateful for all the wonderful people One sports-minded student asked parking lots in the evenings. that for the time being MCC will he has met and those he has been Daube if there was a possibility “Accessible they are, visible they maintain its size as a two-year able to work with. of there being a men’s basketball are not,” Daube said of MCC police, school. Live Wire, Dec. 10 ,2007, Page 4 MCC News Hip Hop Headlines Hosts’ Talk By Scott Zemantic Live Wire Staff Writer G. Woodson, Clear Channel Hip hop music, history, social issues, and juvenile treatment centers and CEO Lowry Mays, and and education were discussed during they wanted to bring some students former U.S. President James author and educator Solomon W.F. who need to be motivated and are Madison. Comissiong’s speech at Manchester immersed in the culture,” said Comissiong spoke briefly Community College Oct. 24. His talk Ta’Shema Odoms, a counselor about his book, which was aimed at illuminating positive at MCC and a member of the contains strategies for elements of hip hop music and colleges Minority Caucus, which using hip hop to teach, as applying them in academic studies. sponsored Comissiong’s visit. well as classroom activities Comissiong is the author Comissiong opened his that use hip hop references of the book Mining the speech by quoting the late as examples. Most of the Positive Motivators from Hip civil rights leader Marcus speech covered media Hop to Educate: How I met Garvey: “People without corporations, and their use of Knowledge and Education thru knowledge of their past, history, hip hop music and imagery Hip Hop, a guide book for using origin and culture is like a tree to generate revenue. examples from hip hop music and without roots.” He connected “I try to put things in culture in the classroom. He is also the quote to rapper Intelligent a different light,” said an educator at the University of Hoodlum, who mentions Garvey Comissiong, “to get Author Solomon W.F. Comissiong, right, ap- Maryland, in College Park, Md., in his song “Black and Proud.” people more critically engaged peared with his friend and book illustrator where he teaches two courses based “Rappers I grew up with to the media outlets that they’re Justin Chase, left, at MCC Oct. 24. Comis- on hip hop culture. were talking about conscious supporting indirectly.” siong lectured to an audience of more than As attendees entered the SBM things,” said Comissiong. “I 100 people about using hip hop music in Comissiong also tried to bring Charitable Foundation Auditorium was profoundly interested in the education. Photo by Scott Zemantic. attention to hip hop artists who in the Arts, Science and Technology messages that were proliferated are under-promoted by the building, a song by rapper Big Daddy through my boom box.” media. Comissiong ended his speech by Kane played over the speakers. The In his talk, Comissiong quoted “There are so many other returning to the topic of education and auditorium was half full with a several rappers, including Kool rappers who are talking how young people learn better when mixture of high school and college Moe Dee, KRS One and BDP and about positive things,” he they can relate to the material being students, and a few educators. OC. He also touched on works said, “songs about respecting taught. “We got in touch with the local by authors John Dewey, Edward women, positive issues, and “When you engage young community colleges and eventually Bernays and Noam Chomsky, as global issues.” people critically,” he said, “the got calls from the residential places were civil rights figures Carter results are unbelievable.” Charging to Print May Help Environment By Scott Beaulieu Live Wire Staff Writer Free printing in the cards are issued, the library and open primarily financial. they will already be computer labs at “The main reason loaded with 60 cents. Manchester Community that students are being The card can then be College is about to end. charged to print is not swiped at printers for Starting in January, about the money, but it’s 8 cents per page or at printing in both locations about being ecological,” copying machines, for will cost 8 cents per he said. 15 cents per page. page, a move school Waste management CopyCo, an officials say they hope and recycling are quickly Indianapolis-based will cut paper usage becoming unavoidable company, will install and even impact the issues in the world’s Graphic by Ashley E. Lang the card machines and environment. ever-changing climate. Danielle Chmielewski. Some students who swiping system. The “It’s about being aware, Why now? Reducing waste created “However, I do think do not have access company has provided it’s learning to be socially “Too much waste,” by schools is part of the that it’s ridiculous to a computer or the the same service responsible,” said Duncan said Duncan Harris, dean American College and that they now have to Internet at home will to multiple college Harris. of Academic Affairs. University President’s charge.” feel the change the campuses nationwide, The new print costs “I’ve come here on Climate Commitment, There are multiple most, but the new including in Indiana and will also hopefully stop weekends and literally Duncan Harris said. options to consider printing costs can California. non-students from using seen students print 100- The group’s Web site other than printing, be seen as another Lemar Harris, a the school’s resources, page papers.” describes the program like using a flash investment in a music major who also such as business people So, to get users to as “a way to exercise drive or emailing the student’s education. works as a computer and students from other be more conservative in leadership in their information for later Regardless of what lab attendant, said the colleges taking advantage their printing choices, communities and use at home. Flash students think about change is justified. of MCC’s old free-of- school officials will throughout society drives come cheap, the change, MCC “We’d be rich! People charge printing. introduce special re- by modeling ways some even going for will be doing its part print like 80 to 100 page But some students are chargeable cards users to minimize global less than $10, and in aiding climate papers daily. We at least not in favor of the idea of will purchase to pay for warming emissions, are sold at the MCC stability. So remember go through one packet paying to print. printing. Each card will and by providing the bookstore and other to bring your wallets [500 sheets of paper] a “I really don’t see the cost 40 cents; however, knowledge and the retail outlets. Many the next time you have day,” he said. reason to print more the machines that will educated graduates email services are to print something in But Duncan Harris than 10 copies anyway,” sell them will accept to achieve climate free, only requiring the library or open said the change is not said Liberal Arts major dollar bills, so that when neutrality.” access to the Internet. computer labs. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 5 MCC News Student Government Offers Many Opportunities By Johanna McCashland Live Wire Staff Writer If involvement in student life, Once gathered in Hartford, the college students, and have a say in government. beyond attending classes, interests delegates from each college elected their representation to the Board “To better not only the student’s you consider being a delegate in three people to represent the group in of Trustees. lives as individuals but their future 2008 to the Student Electoral future meetings with state legislators. By the close of the day, it was clear as leaders, to see how they can Assembly in Hartford. It was also a day that each delegate that each campus is dealing with make a difference in their families, The SEA is a group that focuses could find commonalities with fellow many of the same issues, issues of neighborhoods, cities, states and on getting student representative community college students and work communication and involvement, maybe the country or the whole wide from all 12 of the state’s to build cooperative relationships for transportation, transferring of world,” he said. community colleges together to events. credit from community college to For more information on how to work on issues that affect the A president and secretary to conduct community college, and financial join the Student Senate, the Student campuses. Once each semester, the assembly were selected. Alex aid availability. Electoral Assembly, a governance the group meets in Hartford at the Levere of Middlesex Community Ababkre Mounir of Gateway committee or a club contact Linda Legislative Office Building. The College was elected president, Community College was elected Thomas, advisor to the Student fall meeting was held Oct. 27. while Sean Kennedy of Asnuntuck Technical Student Trustee. He joins Senate, at 512-3282, or via email at Six students from Manchester Community College was elected MCC’s own J. Ashley Odell on the [email protected] Community College were chosen secretary. Board of Trustees of Community- may also contact Cynthia Washburne, by the Student Senate Oct. 10. There were supposed to be a Technical Colleges. Odell is the director of Student Activities, at 512- They were Donna Chambers, Eric total of 43 delegates, but only 34 Non-Technical Student Trustee on 3352, or via email at CWashburne@ Franklin, JoHanna McCashland, attended. Eight delegates missed an that board mcc.commnet.edu. You may also visit Michelle Nickerson, Lindsay opportunity to travel the state in one Mounier said there are many www.mcc.commnet.edu/students/ Payne, and Elizabeth Ponchak. room, to visit with fellow community benefits to involvement in student life/.

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By Julio Rivera-Martinez Live Wire Staff Writer Officials at the Manchester The second project the library Community College Library hope is conducting is to use volunteers they have finally found a successful of the student body as actors to method to create a bridge between put together short videos of skits. it and the student body with “Inside Unlike Inside 5, these are not about 5,” which is a newscast that takes current events, but rather about the a slightly more casual approach to services offered by the library and presenting library services, and a how to use them. Topics range from video project that is focused more “How to Obtain a library card” to on library services to teach lessons “What is Plagiarism?” just to name and educate. a few. The video project does not These projects are under the yet have an official name, but the supervision of Randolph S. Fournier, first episode is expected to be shot director of Library Services, and by December. Evelyn Angry-Smith, a reference Students will make up the cast of and instructional librarian. the skits, and they will be rotated to Inside 5 is a traditional-style help keep the tapings diverse and newscast conducted by the MCC unique with fresh faces. The video library with MCC student, Alycia project will be available to view by Sollecito, as the anchor. Viewers the same methods as Inside 5. will see everyday news about “Each episode will have a lesson the school and other topics. The hidden in it,” said Angry-Smith, If You Are Experiencing Terrible episodes are taped in the MCC TV adding that the project is aimed at studio, where they are later edited. causing a buzz among students and MyCommnet Means All for So far four episodes have been helping them become engaged and DENTAL PAIN… taped. familiar with library resources. The episodes can be viewed by Both Inside 5 and the video project One and One for All It Could Be Problems Caused By going to the college’s Web site, have the same goal, Angry-Smith IMPACTED WISDOM TEETH. www.mcc.commnet.edu/library. said. By Carlos Rosario Podcasts are also available. A “Students are working along with Live Wire Staff Writer podcast is a service that alerts library staff to create tools to help Have you ever wanted to check related material and bulletins via At Columbia Dental We Have The subscribers to the site that new teach information literacy in a fun your final grades, do research for an the use of WebCT Vista; and online Answers… We Can and Want To Help You! episodes have been posted. That way,” she said. assignment, and, out of curiosity, begin tutorials for users having trouble way they won’t have to check in to For more information about either searching for next semester’s courses navigating the new system. see if something new has appeared project, contact Evelyn Angry- all within one sitting? If this was the While the implementation of Did you know IMPACTED WISDOM TEETH since their last visit. For the less Smith at 512-2874 or by email at case several days before Nov.17, you MyCommnet experienced some can cause damage to your adjacent teeth and bone? technologically-savvy, there is [email protected]. would have needed to hop between bugs the first few days it seems to If left untreated dental infections could also develop another, more familiar place to anywhere from two to four different be running well now. Some students causing very serious health problems. 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Noon to 5 p.m. Manchester, CT Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 7 MCC News Continued from Starry page 3 The internship entailed an all expenses Haynes said he would like to see others Clubs New and Old Offer paid trip to Hawaii to study astronomy. take hold of the same opportunities he While there this past summer, he studied did. extra solar planets and simulations with “I’m not afraid of competition, anyone Broad Range of Activities planetary systems. interested in astronomy should apply for Haynes was recommended for the this scholarship. You can find it right on By Lori E. Kula internship by Michael DiRaimo, a professor the National Science Foundation’s Web Live Wire Staff Writer of English and film study at MCC. site,” said Haynes. Manchester Community College offers back into school after long absences. “Teaching is often frustrating, particularly Haynes said he plans to work as an not only a great atmosphere for learning For more information on how you at open admissions institutions where astronomer after completion of college, and studying, but it also offers a chance can participate contact club advisors students seem to be at some degree of researching planets outside of our solar to meet new people and participate in Ivette Rivera-Dreyer or Justin Tedford struggle,” DiRaimo said, but when you get system. a variety of clubs that offer students a 512.3380, club president Alahna Torres, a James Haynes, someone committed to “A lot of people ask what kind of future is chance to expand their knowledge in 860-982-0401. excellence, they’re really a breath of afresh in astronomy. I always tell them $103,000 academics, sports or a hobby. This school MCC currently offers 13 clubs, with air. He’s fun to work with, and has helped a year, that’s what kind of future,” said year, a few more clubs have been started focuses ranging from politics, to law rekindle my faith in teaching.” Haynes. to appeal to a range of interests. and dance. The clubs offer not only The Computer Repair & Share club exposure for students to more than just will offer students a chance to be a part books, it also gives them experience of repairing and configuring donated with the subject and often the chance to computers for distribution to MCC work with students are other colleges to students in need of services. Club achieve a common goal. All these things members will also assist students who are important to help shape a student for need help fixing their own computers. their future outside of a classroom, said All the computer services will be free of Cynthia Washburne, director of student charge. For more information, contact affairs. MCC has had a decline in club advisors Charles Russell, 512-2632, and participation from previous semesters, Russell Sabadosa, 512-2629. she said. The Internet Radio Club, which will “I would like to see more involvement,” be known as ICE, will provide inform, said Washburne, adding that MCC’s educate and entertain the MCC community Web site lists a number of clubs that using the mass medium of Internet Radio. are not currently active due to lack of If you’re interested in joining the club, participation. contact advisor Albert Kim at 512-2797. If a club you see on the Web site is not Michael J. Hogan, right, near water bottle, president of the University of Connecticut , and Marc The V.E.T.S, or Veterans Empowering actually meeting, don’t be dissuaded. S. Herzog, left, Chancellor of the Connecticut Community College system, signed a formal Themselves to Succeed, club will help Contact Washburne, at 512-3353, agreement that will give students at community colleges like MCC with a “B” average or higher veterans who want to become students or Mary Boileau, student activities guaranteed admission to any UCONN campus. The agreement for the program, known as the enroll in the college, apply for veterans’ assistant, at 512-3283 and they will try Guaranteed Admissions Program, or GAP, was signed in the Fireside Commons Nov. 20. Photo benefits and financial aid. This club will and help get you involved in the club by Ben Davis. also help veterans transition smoothly that’s right for you.

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TB Situation Under Control, say School and Health Officials

By Rachel M. DePenning Live Wire Staff Writer Since news of a possible with it. So even if someone tested selected to be tested by what is But what exactly is TB? The tuberculosis, or TB, exposure at positive, that does not mean that known as Contact Investigation. website, www.webmd.com, has the Manchester Community College they are sick with the illness, said She said the list was formed based answers. TB is a bacterial infection erupted in October, many members Lexius. The second round of testing on the infected persons’ answers caused by slow-growing bacteria of the faculty, staff and student consists of going over the results and that the individual was very that thrives in parts of the body such body have been tested for the of the first test, and cooperative. as the lungs. There are two different bacterial infection, said Charlene performing additional One student who received types of TB – latent, which cannot be A. Tappan, director of Marketing tests for those who a letter and was tested said spread to others but can be develop, and Public Relations at MCC. tested positive. And, she that the letter explained and active, which is contagious The first round of testing was said, sometimes chest x- “...It didn’t the situation and advised when spread to the lungs. done on Oct. 15 by the Manchester rays are taken. really hurt and them to be tested. In order to contract TB by an Health Department, said Maryann A case of exposure was quick.” “I wasn’t really concerned infected individual, you must have Cherniak Lexius from the to TB was reported to at the beginning because significant exposure to the infection. Manchester Health Department. the Manchester Health I thought [the letter] was One would have to inhale air that She said testing took place on Department in October sent to [every student at contains the TB bacteria that is campus and was free. by the health department of another MCC],” said the student, who asked exhaled by the infected person. “We were not expecting any town, said Lexius. She said when that her name not be used. Those with latent TB do not have [students to have been] exposed [to the infected person was questioned She said the test consisted of symptoms, but those with active TB],” said Lexius. he or she mentioned that they were an injection in the arm, and a few TB may experience the following She said the test that was given a student at the school. School days later returning so that officials symptoms: an ongoing cough was a Skin Sensitivity Test, which officials were then notified and the could run their hand over the arm to that brings up thick, cloudy, and consists of planting or injecting a alert was announced campus wide. see if there was a bump. sometimes bloody mucus from the substance into the skin to see if the A letter was sent to those people “[The test] was very professional lungs, fatigue, weight loss, night skin reacts. She said the results are on campus in October who were and clean,” she said. “…It didn’t sweats and fever. read three days after testing. thought to have had the most really hurt and it was quick.” For more information about this But the test shows if someone exposure, said Lexius. She said The student tested negative for issue, contact the Manchester Health was exposed to TB, not infected those who received letters were TB. Department at (860) 647-3173. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 9 Health Great Path Academy As Great Path Academy grows, so does its faculty. Below are profiles of some new members of the GPA team written by their students.

By Kayla Cruz Photo By Tierney Maston Photo By Tierney Maston Live Wire Staff Writer Lisa Stein is the new Algebra, Ge- Stein is one of those people who has al- By Luis A. Fuentes ometry, and Algebra 2 teacher here ways enjoyed helping other people spe- at Great Path Academy. She has been cifically with helping them set, achieve, Live Wire Staff Writer a teacher for approximately seven and be successful with their goals. Gary Jameson is the new students. years, and has taught at such schools There were many reasons why she de- as Windsor Locks High School, How- cided to take a position as a teacher at English and history teach- Jameson’s hobbies are ell Cheney Technical High School, GPA. The main reasons were the loca- er at Great Path Academy. ice hockey, reading, and and Henry Abbott Technical High tion and college atmosphere, the staff, School . the size of the school, the learning envi- He said he thinks that the coaching sports such as Stein said she was inspired to teach ronment, and the diverse student popu- staff is dedicated to mold- baseball and hockey. by various teachers and coaches lation, she said. So far, she enjoys the throughout her education. She attend- technology in the classrooms, as well ing young minds and that In the coming years, ed Bentley College in Massachusetts as the resources on campus. She is also and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. really enjoying having such supportive “they are great.” Jameson said he looks Her first encounter with teaching colleagues and students. Jameson enjoys teaching forward to GPA’s new was in high school, where she taught Stein said she feels that some of GPA’s gymnastics, and she has been teach- greatest attributes include the “the op- his students. Even though building, saying “It will ing ever since. portunity for students to have access it can get complicated at be nice to have my own “I have enjoyed, and continue to en- to the campus’ facilities, community joy, my teaching experiences,” she events and college level courses.” She times, he finds the time classroom!” said. “I enjoy the learning opportuni- also said that “it offers an alternative and patience to teach the ties and working with my students.” setting that can really open doors for our students.”

But what exactly is TB? The website, www.webmd.com, has the answers. TB is a bacterial infection caused by slow-growing bacteria that thrives in parts of the body such as the lungs. There are two different Photo By Tierney Maston Photo By Tierney Maston types of TB – latent, which cannot be By Luis A. Fuentes By Shalaya Shazel spread to others but can be develop, Live Wire Staff Writer Live Wire Staff Writer and active, which is contagious Paul Muska is the new when spread to the lungs. Muska said he enjoys the new James Smith is a new operative.” In order to contract TB by an guidance counselor at staff. science teacher at Great Smith said he has many infected individual, you must have Great Path Academy. He “It is a whole different environ- Path Academy. Smith has hobbies. significant exposure to the infection. helps students with their ment,” he said, “the new staff is not taught at a middle col- “I live in the country and One would have to inhale air that schedules, medical related laid back.” lege high school before, manage a small forest, there contains the TB bacteria that is problems, and so on. He said he expects more from exhaled by the infected person. but that he is now com- are beavers living in the Muska said he transferred the students, now that they are Those with latent TB do not have mitted to the concept. marsh behind my house,” he to GPA because of the pro- on a college campus. symptoms, but those with active “I know someone who said. TB may experience the following fessional and personal op- In 2009, a new building will Like the students at GPA, symptoms: an ongoing cough portunities, such as leader- open for GPA. used to teach at GPA that brings up thick, cloudy, and ship development. Some “I think the idea is great!” he and when this vacancy Smith said he looks forward sometimes bloody mucus from the of Muska’s hobbies are said. “I think that it keeps the opened up I went for it,” to the new building. lungs, fatigue, weight loss, night golf, yard work, and camp- said Smith, who has pre- “I’m very impressed that the sweats and fever. college atmosphere flowing For more information about this ing. But most of all, he throughout the school, and it is viously taught at a com- state of Connecticut is pre- issue, contact the Manchester Health enjoys being at the school very open. I like the different munity college. “All the pared to make such a signifi- Department at (860) 647-3173. and helping students with aspects of it.” teachers at this school are cant investment and I can’t school problems. very welcoming and co- wait to move in,” he said. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 10 Editorials have learned never to mess with [Athletics and Fitness director] Cindy Washburne. I do have two sets of experiences that I can never ever forget: - The pride I feel when I talk with students – and there are many of them – who have unbelievable difficulties and have had the sheer strength to pick themselves up and emerge successfully. I have seen students who come to us with learning difficulties, no money, family problems, health issues and I-don’t-know- what-else … and they make it! They are the miracles that make MCC what it is; and, more often than not, they are too humble to recognize how inspiring they are. I see them walking in the halls; Photo by Ashley E. Lang I see them at Commencements: I’ll miss them in a way, but the The Live Wire asked Pres. Jonathan M. Daube to write a piece memory of them will be very strong. for this last issue of the semester to reflect on his 20 years leading -The joy I feel when I interview the finalist for a position Manchester Community College. Live Wire staff members submitted working at the college and I know in my gut that this is the right three topics he could address. Pres. Daube will write another piece person. Search committees, directors and deans do the work to of the paper during the Spring semester. If you have questions for get that person to my office, but I get to claim the credit! I have him or would like to suggest a topic he could discuss, please submit been responsible for the hiring of about 90 per cent of the faculty it to the Live Wire by email, livewire.mcc.commnet.edu or in person and staff at MCC, and I am prouder of that than I am of the to our office, Lowe 253. buildings or anything else that I can think of in my professional life. These people have become my colleagues; many of them By Jonathan M. Daube are my friends: that’s my gift to the new president. MCC President What are the differences between college education here in Thanks to the Live Wire editors for the invitation to write America and in England? Do you feel the higher education something. And thanks for the three suggested topics. system in England is more rigorous, or is ours? Why or why Yes, the rumors are correct this time: I’ll be retiring in June. not? Is there something done in England that you think should be I have been a community college president since May 1978, when adopted here in the U.S.? I first went to Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield, Mass., and I moved to MCC in the fall of 1987. It’s time, don’t you In case you didn’t know, I was born in England and educated think! Besides, I do have things I want to do: some teaching; in Scotland and in London, the center of the universe, some years some writing; some traveling. I want to go to India, do lots of before going to graduate school in Cambridge, Mass. I emigrated reading, and spend more time with my granddaughter, 6, and twin to the U.S. 45 years ago, but I spent 10 weeks visiting Great grandsons, who are about 20 months old. Britain in 2002. My wife is from Minnesota and my children and So to the three questions you asked: grandchildren are, of course, New Englanders. When I talk to British educators, they are intrigued by How do you feel a new president will impact MCC? the leading American graduate schools and by our community colleges; nothing in-between seems to interest them. Leading I hope that all the people who get interviewed for the American universities are at the top of all international rankings, position get a sense of the specialness of the place, the caring for and this is recognized throughout the world. When people are students, the sheer quality. Yes, I know: no place is perfect. But asked what American institutions they admire most, colleges and MCC is as good as it gets; and if you don’t believe me, visit some universities are always on their list. (So isn’t it strange when other community colleges, preferably in other states. MCC is, by Washington politicians choose to take swipes at American higher any standards, a very fine institution that is constantly striving to education?) become even better. People come from all over the world to see how we in the I hope your new president will realize how fortunate he or United States deal with issues of access and opportunity. There she is to be working here. I hope he or she catches the rhythms of is nothing like the American community college anywhere in the place. I hope he or she has the intestinal fortitude to manage and the world, with its stress on helping all kinds of people with all survive the inevitable crises that will occur from time to time. levels of preparation and of all ages. We who work and study in I hope the new president has the courage to think creatively, community colleges know that there is much that still needs to be to make proposals that I, for one, would never have thought of; and done, but other countries have even further to go. I hope he or she then has the strength to be a bit obstinate! And What would I like to change? I wish high school and this is where you, the Live Wire readers, come in: the new person’s college students read more: books, newspapers, anything. And success depends, in large part, on your support, tolerance, and remember: the more you read, the better your reading skills. ability to move on. There’s not much from the U.K. that I would import to the U.S.: maybe the BBC (British Broadcasting Corp.) and some of the What is the most memorable experience you have had as better newspapers … which I can now read online. And trains president? that run on-time.

Well, I won’t tell you about how I was threatened by So my message to student readers of the Live Wire: look someone twice my size or how I took the then-Governor – John inside yourself. You’re lots stronger than maybe you think. Make Rowland - around the East Campus during a downpour and he the best of your time at MCC. Talk to faculty and staff, whether told me he agreed we needed a new building, or how I choose to you’ve met them before or not. And try hard to find something forget [English professor] Mike DiRaimo’s latest joke or how I amusing every single day. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 11 Editorials Where Science and Money Combine, Ethical Issues Rise, says Sociologist

By Lesley Petersen Special to the Live Wire On Sept. 14, 2007, Manchester to extend human life, to eradicate disease Community College hosted the Outstanding and to turn the aging of our population Biology Teacher award ceremony. The into a “longevity dividend” sooner than keynote speaker was Dr. James Hughes, a “longevity deficit” through science. He a bioethicist and sociologist who teaches did caution, however, that we, at all times, at Trinity College. Dr. Hughes’ lecture need to remain cognizant of the ethical A Day Last Spring is centered on the constantly changing areas questions that will arise as we explore, for of science and technology and brought example, genetic engineering. He spoke of up some very good points about where the creation of a human/animal “chimera Still on My Mind we, as concerned citizens of the planet “in England to illustrate his point. At Earth, should be attempting to focus our what level do we consider human/animal attention. DNA combined to be human...or animal? Unfortunately, according to Dr. By Jason Cunningham What rights should be granted to subjects Hughes, it appears that the population Live Wire Editor of these investigations? of the United States, as a whole, is less The geese, those adorable geese. Last “I’d like to share a revelation that I’ve For me, personally, this is where our interested in newsworthy events that spring, my girlfriend and I went to feed had during my time here. It came to me most serious responsibility lies. Many affect our lives and the level of interest the geese. We went to Elizabeth Park in when I tried to classify your species and I areas of gray appear when you begin in the field of science and technology is New Britain, expecting it to be nice, but realized that you’re not actually mammals. delving into the realm of cloning or genetic much lower here than in other countries. instead it was all mucked up. It was so Every mammal on this planet instinctively engineering and my own apprehension is This is creating a negative effect on the dirty it was almost too unbearable to walk develops a natural equilibrium with the that, in the pursuit of knowledge, we will nation’s ability to attract scientists and through. We brought bread to a whole surrounding environment but you humans lose track of the human and personal, not engineers from elsewhere; in other words, family of geese, and they rushed us both, do not. You move to an area and you to mention the ethical, aspects of such the “brain drain” no longer seems to be they couldn’t wait to eat. All of them had multiply and multiply until every natural research. There must also be factored in able to compensate for our own lack of little metal bracelets around their ankles. resource is consumed and the only way the power of the “almighty dollar” from interest in these areas. One was even lucky enough to have a big you can survive is to spread to another large businesses that fund research, which Dr. Hughes feels one of the ways to halt yellow piece of paper wrapped around his area. There is another organism on this can, I believe, sometimes influence the this decline in interest is to try to capture neck with big black numbers on it. When planet that follows the same pattern. Do scientific avenues of research that we the enthusiasm of young people and begin they finished their meal, they went off you know what it is? A virus. Human follow. When scientific advances are made to create what he calls “Technocitizens.” into the pond, but the water was sludge, beings are a disease, a cancer of this planet. with the view to monetary gain only, less Historically, our great inventors and a soup of mud and baby diapers, old milk You’re a plague and we are the cure.” of the interest and passion that Dr. Hughes visionaries have had a passion for learning cartons, and other various forms of trash. How far off was he? This fictional mentioned earlier, is present. and a belief in a better future, for human The geese didn’t seem to mind, but I was robot makes a pretty good point, doesn’t In his summary, Dr. Hughes again beings, through science. He said some troubled. he? What are the first steps to fighting a reiterated that we, as a population, need current topics that he feels we should focus Everything about the park bothered me: plague, when you yourself are the plague? to become excited about our world and on are the new behavior modification the people walking their dogs, letting their I drive a car, I use oil heating, and I know the future that exists through advances in drugs, genetic engineering and the pursuit huge pets poop wherever they wanted, I’ve probably left some garbage behind at science and technology. At the same time, of artificial intelligence, as well as other and never picking it up; the old, rusty, and some point in my life. What to do, what to we need to remember that questions should areas of interest. I thoroughly agreed with most likely dangerous playground that do, what to do? Eventually every animal always be framed in the correct context his view that people need to lose some looked more depressed than the parents besides us will probably be dead. Then and that consideration, concern and of the negativity that is currently being of the kids who were watching them play what’ll be next? Nothing? Does it have to investigation of long-term ramifications directed towards scientific investigation on it; the soccer field, all patchy, half dirt, be that way? should always be given to the arrival of and regain the passion and interest and half grass, and only one of the goals How often is it that we stroll on by any new theory before putting it into required to make truly great advances. had a net; the baseball cage, where tons those green bins that say “recycle” in the practice. This, I believe, is of paramount The opportunity exists, Dr. Hughes said, of kids probably played their little league hallways of our school and instead place importance. games, collapsing in on itself, with a our aluminum cans and plastic bottles into baseless diamond. This was a park? This the trash barrel instead of tossing them into Letter to the Editor was wrong. THIS was sad. a container so that they can be taken to a Dear Editor, I realized that day what it meant to be place that’ll actually use these materials A careful comparison between the school president, Dr. Jonathan M. Daube, and the human. Unless you live in an area that for something other than another sky high Student Senate President, whose name we have come to forget, makes us realize how has money - which means you most monster of garbage? How often is it that useless the latter is. likely have money - nothing will ever be we see those signs in the restrooms on the A survey of about 186 freshmen yielded a negative response when they where asked nice. Everything will always be rundown paper towel dispensers that say “Why use who the SSP is? They look into our faces like a deer staring at headlights. On the other and littered. Everything will always be two, when one will do?” and instead of hand, almost all knew of, or have heard of, Dr. Daube. disgusting. Then I realized it wasn’t the taking the advice use three or four or five The senate serves as the student body’s legislature. Like every representative to his officials who made this park as awful as paper towels? How often is it that that we or her constituency, the SSP ought to be known by MCC students. It is like being in an it was. Yes, some maintenance would do throw away wasted printing paper instead emergency and not knowing who to call upon for help. That is why it is your duty to it wonders, but it was more than that. It of tossing it in the blue bins that are used make yourself known to the people you represent. was the people who used this park that for recycling? How often is it that we don’t It is amazing how a person becomes the solution during courtship and vaporizes made it horrible. Normal, careless, stupid do every little bit that we can to save our into thin air when time comes for action. We do not recognize any “spring flowers” as people, who are selfish enough to destroy environment because we don’t realize promised [during the spring campaign for office], but it is fall and leaves are either dying another creature’s home. And isn’t that every little bit helps? or dead. We also wonder how a visionary can suddenly have a mental blockage, but we what we’ve been doing all along, with It’s pretty sad that we can’t take the are neither psychologists nor psychiatrists. our buildings, housing developments and smallest bit of time to make this world a What we do know, though, is the Student Senate President has not delivered as highways? nicer, better planet. Oftentimes I myself promised. What has become of “I am here to represent you all; call on me anytime and I Then my mind drifted back to those geese, am guilty of not always “thinking green” will be available,” [as she said during elections]? How do people call on someone they those poor geese that were obviously and for that I feel awful, but not anymore. I do not know? being tracked by some group of people as have no right to complain about the sorrows Sincerely, I could tell by the ugly metal around their of our planet’s dying days if I am not doing Sean Toli and Kofi Sowah ankles. Who are we to interfere with their everything I can to try and save it. MCC STUDENTS lives? Aren’t they dying out because of us So, from this day forward, I’m forcing in the first place? myself to do the right thing. I’m forcing Editor’s note: The Live Wire encourages submission from readers. If you would like to Then I thought of the popular myself to think green, and I’m forcing submit an editorial piece or Letter to the Editor, please bring it to the Live Wire Office, science fiction movie The Matrix and myself to be more of the solution, and less Lowe 253, or email it to livewire.mcc.commnet.edu The Live Wire reserves the right I remembered this one line that Hugo of the problem. to reject all submissions and to edit those that run for grammar, spelling, content and Weaving’s character Agent Smith said: I beg of you readers to do the same. length. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 12 Live Wire Holiday Gift Guide: $20 or less

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By Jonathon Michals and Matthew Costello Live Wire Staff Writers As the price of movie tickets steadily rises, and our paychecks seemingly remain brought us such atrocious best sellers as Armageddon and Pearl Harbor. But static, film-goers expect a similar rise in the quality of the movies they spend their dazzling special effects and the presence of the endlessly entertaining LaBeouf hard earned bucks, or credit, on. The film industry has seen tickets sales continue to render the laughable plot inconsequential. The young actor also brought life increase in 2007 after the dismal slump that hit it in 2005. The consumer demanded to the tense and unexpectedly fun Disturbia, a smart, sharp homage to Alfred more, and the industry appears to have heard the call. Hitchcock’s Rear Window which had the whole audience yelling and laughing The Year of the Sequel and completely involved. It is clear that the film industry wants to Grindhouse, Quentin Tarantino and Robert reproduce the success (read: money) of 2002, Rodriguez’s love letter to the cheesiness, which was the highest grossing year in more exploitation, and carnage that played on than a decade, and whose top 10 money-makers double-bills in the scum-filled, similarly named included six sequels. Their strategy has worked, theaters throughout the 1970s, was a financial as four of the top five grossing movies so far this flop. The same reasons that kept many audience year have been sequels. Spiderman 3 and Shrek members away - the length, the cartoonish the Third occupy the top two spots, respectively, amount of gore, and the ridiculous, over-the- which is unfortunate, as they were actually two top plots and dialogue - are the exact reasons of the worst follow-ups released. why I would happily pay to see it again and My top pick from this category easily goes to The again. To me, it is pure, filthy, brilliant fun from Bourne Ultimatum, which, despite a rather far- two of the most original minds in mainstream fetched ending, still improved upon its wonderful cinema. predecessors, and is one of the most tense and “Original” is only one of the many ways to exciting experiences I’ve had in front of the silver describe director Brad Bird and Pixar’s latest screen. Live Free and Die Hard came out of left Graphic Courtesy of Google Images effort, Ratatouille. It could also be called field and defied expectations, proving itself worthier than the last installment, and inspired, heart-warming, funny, and, well, brilliant. I call it all of those things, as also that Bruce Willis is can still school other action stars. Honorable mentions go well as Pixar’s best release since Finding Nemo. to Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, which continued the decline of humor The Thrilling in the franchise, but was at least more consistent than the previous installment, and The sleeper hit Zodiac, David Fincher’s beautifully shot story of the real life to Ocean’s Thirteen, which continued to charm, despite the series’ repetition. San Francisco serial killer, deserved more press, and a wider release than it The Fun (brought to you by Shia LaBeouf) ultimately got. More people had the chance to see The Kingdom, starring Jamie It’s difficult for me to admit that I immensely enjoyed Transformers, not because Foxx. The violent film, which throws out political correctness for thrilling, edge- of the cheesy cartoon and toys, but because it is directed by Michael Bay, who of-your-seat excitement, suffers from the lifeless acting of Jennifer Garner and Please see Films on page 14 Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 15 Arts And Entertainment Continued from Films Page 14 Those that Defy Categorization loses its message somewhere in the bloodshed, but was enjoyable nevertheless. These are films that are so odd, or so eccentric, or so nonsensical that it is truly An honorable mention goes the espionage thriller Breach, which, despite an useless to try to group them into any other category. But that doesn’t mean that extremely smart script and an Oscar-worthy performance from Chris Cooper, these films aren’t bad, or at least not fun to watch. is held back by the incapable Ryan Philippe. Writer/Director Wes Anderson’s films might always be considered eccentric, The Real and The Dramatic and his most recent The Darjeeling Limited is no different. The film follows No Country for Old Men is being heralded as a return to form for the Owen Wilson, who got his start in Anderson’s extraordinary Bottle Rocket, and directing/writing brothers Joel and Ethan Coen. It is also widely regarded as his two brothers on a journey across India in search of something they might a shoe-in for many Oscar nominations, and for good reason. Veteran Spanish never have had: family unity. While the film can be meandering and stylistically actor Javier Bardem turns in the most frightening, as well as one of the most micromanaged, Anderson finds the setting of India an enthralling character in humorous, portrayals of the year, and Josh Brolin continues a streak of dynamite itself, finally expanding his generally inclusive universe into the real world. performances. The world is in danger in Southland Tales, the epic sized, odd, sophomoric Celebrated, though undeniably odd, directors David Cronenberg and Werner effort by Donnie Darko writer/director Richard Kelly. The movie has The Rock, Herzog both turned in underrated films this year. Cronenberg’s Eastern also known as Dwayne Johnson, Sarah Michelle Gellar, spontaneous singing, Promises features Viggo Mortensen in the frighteningly convincing role of a post-apocalyptic conspiracy theories, a movie within a movie, and the strangeness London-based Russian mobster. Christian Bales shines as usual in Herzog’s continues from there. But what the movie lacks in continuity and a comprehendible true-life based prison drama Rescue Dawn, but it is the long under-appreciated story, it more than makes up for in creativity and pizzazz. You will either continue Steve Zahn who stole that show. to watch because you long to understand it, or because it is such random fun. Good drama wasn’t only in the form of the fictional narrative this year. Random is possibly the best way to describe Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon The much-maligned Michael Moore’s highly anticipated documentary Sicko Movie for Theaters. The crew behind the cult Adult Swim animated television combined the harrowing with the laugh out loud funny in the way he does show chucks any and all of the rules about what makes a movie out the window. best. Whether you agree with Moore’s brand of politicking or not, the film’s What results will be unwatchable for some, and laugh out loud funny for others. examination of healthcare and the uninsured in the U.S. is enraging, not to The opening 10 minutes are pure comic genius, though. But this one’s not for the mention enlivening. kiddies. The Sweet The Terrible There has been a surprising new trend in film in 2007: the genuinely sweet movie. Some might have noticed that I have gone the whole article without mentioning Leading the pack is also the year’s the movie 300, and there is a good reason for it. I thought it was absolutely terrible, funniest film, Judd Apatow’s and, knowing that a large percentage of movie-goers have probably seen it more Knocked Up. Apatow veteran than once by now, I thought it best not to let it interfere with the rest of the article. Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl Sure, it made a lot of money. Yes, the are a rare couple in the litany of visuals were unique, and, at times stunning. romantic comedies in that they have But the film should not be forgiven for its both good comedic and romantic third grade dialogue, absent-minded acting, chemistry. Though o c c a s i o n a l l y and plot-holes large enough to fit a Persian raunchy and crude, it is also strikingly war elephant through. sweet, feel-good, and hilarious from I was equally disappointed with this start to finish. Even more surprising year’s iteration of Halloween. I have a lot is Lars and the Real Girl, which of respect for Rob Zombie as a filmmaker. stars the infallible Ryan Gosling as a His House of a Thousand Corpses was a seriously socially and romantically lot better than most give him credit for, and inept office worker who orders a life The Devils Rejects was downright brilliant. size mannequin- like sex doll on But Halloween suffers from overflowing the Internet, treats her as if she is vulgarity, terrible acting, and a first and alive, and honestly believes he is in second half that seem like two separate love with her. The synopsis alone movies. will cause most to turn away; but The two prior mentioned films are bad, give this one a Graphic Courtesy of Google Images chance. What’s but they are nothing compared to the dreck extraordinary is the fact that there is not a single cruel joke in the whole film, that is The Comebacks and Epic Movie, Graphic Courtesy of Google Images and the filmmakers have deftly avoided every single cliché and perverse quip which I would hope those of you still reading have avoided, or will do so. that one might expect. Everyone surrounding Gosling’s Lars is genuine and That’s a Wrap loving, and it is easily one of the most moving films of the year. While 2007 hasn’t been the strongest year in cinema, it is an improvement. The The Struggling/Dying Genres studios have found the latest surefire trends that the public will go for, and we can The science fiction film has rarely found its way outside of the hands of its expect them to milk them to exhaustion. But business is business, and what do we niche audiences, the Star Wars franchise aside. When Danny Boyle decided care anyways? We just want to be entertained. to make the visually stunning film Sunshine, about a shuttle crew hurtling The Rest through space to re-ignite the sun, he achieved the incredible task of making a Here are some more 2007 films I small market genre more accessible to the masses; a task in which he had also think are worth seeing, either in succeeded in the zombie/horror genre with 28 Days Later. Unfortunately, the theaters or on DVD or cable: Alpha release of the film was fumbled, and it failed to find financial success in the Dog; The Astronaut F a r m e r ; U.S., but I feel certain it will enjoy a certain cult status on DVD. Shooter; The Hoax; Fracture; Bug; If science fiction is a tough sell, though, then the western is a nearly impossible Surf’s Up; La Vie En Rose; Harry one. Generally, once every few years a western is released that meets with Potter and the Order of the Phoenix; at least slight box office success. This year, though, saw two, high profile, Interview; Talk to Me; S u p e r b a d ; critically praised westerns meet with the film-goers’ money. The Assassination Death at a Funeral; Shoot ‘Em of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford and 3:10 to Yuma both shook the Up; In the Valley of Elah; Across idea that the western is dead. Both have exceptional casts and able directors, the Universe; Into the Wild; Sydney and both are certainly worth the money, but I doubt that their success will spark White; Feast of Love; Lust, Caution; a resurgence in the genre. Michael Clayton; Gone Baby Gone; Fantasy Films American Gangster; and Beowulf. A few movies in 2007 tried to cash in on the fantasy trend that the Lord of the The Upcoming Rings trilogy started a few years ago. One of them was Eragon, a film based The year isn’t through, and it is on the novel by Christopher Paolini. Although the special effects and computer generally expected that some of the animation were well done, the story line was completely flawed. You might as best films of the year are saved until the well say that the director butchered the book and hastily put the plot together in last few weeks. Here are some of the poor fashion. This lead to numerous elements not being used in the film, like films with positive buzz: Graphic Courtesy of Google Images I’m Not There; dwarves or elves. How could this be a fantasy film without mystical creatures? Atonement; The Golden Compass; I Am Legend; The Kite Runner; Juno; Sweeney If more time was spent in trying to follow the book precisely, it could have been Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street; Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story; a blockbuster in theaters. Instead, it’s ranked as one of the worst fantasy films Charlie Wilson’s War; and There Will Be Blood. of all time. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 16 Arts And Entertainment He Said She Said By Jason Cunningham By L. Natalia Vasquez Live Wire Editor Live Wire Assistant Editor What should one do if What should one do if their significant other is a their significant other is a smoker and they are not? smoker and they are not? - Jen -Jen My close friend had an Jen, I believe everyone issue with her boyfriend has the right to do what smoking. She wanted him they want, except if it to quit because of all of the affects those around you in health problems that are a negative way. I think you related to smoking. Even should have a heart-to- though he never smoked in heart with your significant front of her (out of respect other and let him know for her, since she didn’t how much it bothers you. like the idea of inhaling Come to an agreement secondhand smoke), she that suits both of your hated the smell on his lifestyles. clothes and the fact that Why do guys like big he didn’t care about her butts? - Anonymous enough to quit. She finally Since I am not a guy, I gave him the ultimatum: “If could not answer this on Graphic by L. Natalia Vasquez you really love me, you’ll my own, so I asked a few quit smoking.” This resulted in him calling her controlling, and a big fight of my male friends and Graphic by L. Natalia Vasquez ensued. Eventually he pretended to quit smoking for her, while continuing came to the conclusion that not all to in secret. When she eventually found out he was smoking again, through guys like big butts. However, the ones that do, said they prefer a woman a photograph on his Facebook page, they once again had a giant fight, this that has a little more meat on her bones because there is more to love time about him lying to her. She eventually broke down and said “I don’t and that sounds fine to me. care if you smoke, just don’t lie to me.” In the end his dishonesty was a Why isn’t marijuana legalized for all purposes? – Anonymous bigger deal than his smoking, and she eventually accepted the fact that he I think it’s more of a government “thing” that involves more than we smokes. care to know. Also, marijuana isn’t legalized for all purposes because I feel that a person will only change if they really want to. The more you people would probably find a way to abuse it and maybe even get into pressure them to do something they don’t really want to do, the more they’ll trouble. Who knows, it could be legalized in the future. Alcohol was resist. If you want your significant other to quit smoking than I suggest once illegal too! showing how much it hurts you to see him or her use a potentially harmful What is the ideal gift for my girlfriend?- Steve drug. Don’t try to force them to do anything, just make it clear to them Not every girl is the same. Some are into being spoiled with expensive that you really don’t like it. If they love and care for you enough they will gifts and others may prefer a simple low-key surprise. Whatever the gift eventually stop. may be, if you’re sincere, unique and loving she will most likely find Why do guys like big butts? –Anonymous you irresistible. This is a stereotype, not all men like big butts. The men that do appreciate What are the pros and cons of online dating? – Anonymous big butts probably enjoy them for personal reasons. I think looking up the Personally, I have never tried on-line dating, but I know of people lyrics to Sir-Mix-A-Lot’s hit song “I Like Big Butts” would give you a who have. Like everything, there are negative and positive aspects better perspective on this issue. to this form of meeting people. A friend of mine loved online dating Why isn’t marijuana legalized for all purposes? - Anonymous because she had an extremely busy lifestyle, so her Web dates were I’m not sure why marijuana isn’t legal for all purposes. A lot of people perfect for her because they were short, to the point and she didn’t have smoke it and don’t go on to harder drugs. Most people don’t abuse it. I feel to go through the whole messy break-up process when she didn’t like like it wouldn’t really be that big of a deal if it was legal. Drinking seems a person. way more harmful, I’ve never heard of anyone getting too high and getting On the other hand, another friend fell hard for a woman he met online, into a fight or getting too high and raping someone, but I’ve heard those they had exchanged pictures and chatted for weeks. When they finally things in regards to alcohol. Marijuana is accepted by our society, why not met she looked 20 years older than the pictures she had sent and she had our government? the most irritating high voice he had ever heard. Sometimes dating the What is the ideal gift for my girlfriend? -Steve good old fashioned way is the way to go. Get her something from the heart. Give her something that means “Dear Live Wire, long time reader first time writer. I am at the tender something to the both of you, something that can resemble the strength and age of 19 and having problems with sexual arousal. This is putting a warmth of your relationship. If that doesn’t work, get her chocolates. Girls strain on my relationship. What should I do?” – JK love chocolates. Well first, you may want to speak to a doctor because there could be a What are the pros and cons of online dating? - Anonymous medical problem behind your dilemma. You should also speak to your Hmm, I think a pro of online dating is that it gives people without many partner about the problem so she or he knows it’s not them. I’m sure social avenues a place where they can meet people who are also looking for if you love each other and support one another you’ll get through this someone romantically. I think a big con is that there are a lot of sketch balls difficult time. online that might kidnap and murder you if you agree to meet with them. Sometimes online dating works for people, sometimes it doesn’t. It’s best just to figure out what’s right for you. “Dear Live Wire, Long time reader, first time writer. I am the tender age Submit the question you think needs a male of 19 and having problems with sexual arousal. This is putting a strain on my relationship. What should I do?” -JK and a female’s perspective and leave it in This is tough; most men your age don’t have this problem. You should the boxes labeled He Said, She Said, in the probably talk to you significant other about it and consult your doctor immediately. Library and the Live Wire Office, Lowe 253 Arts And EntertainmentLive Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 17 “Lions for Lambs” Provokes New Albums Questions About War Reach New Heights

By JoHanna McCashland Live Wire Staff Writer Regardless of ones view on the “War on Terror” the new film Lions By Jeff Raymond for Lambs, starring Tom Cruise, Live Wire Staff Writer Meryl Streep and Robert Redford, is a must see. The movie details The Black Dahlia Murder how most wars are fought on two Nocturnal fronts, at home and abroad. Metal Blade Records The movie, written by Matthew Michael Carnahan and directed First and foremost, if you are not a death metal fan, move on to the by Redford, opens with a look at next review, or you can give this genre of music a shot with an open the media coverage of the “war mind. After a two-year absence, our favorite Motor City (that’s Detroit, on terror.” Then players – in this Mich.) death metal stoners The Black Dahlia Murder are back with case, lambs - who help shape Nocturnal, The band’s third and, I dare say, most melodic record to date. our perception of the war are After what some said was a disappointing release in Miasma, and what introduced. These three players are Graphic Courtesy of Google Images seemed like countless lineup changes, the band somehow managed to the solution to the conclusion of a leisurely life driving a new car compose itself enough to compose a nearly deadly album. The album’s this conflict. The solution includes and hanging out with his fraternity first noticeable “growth” is singer Trevor Strnad’s noticeably higher YOU and the choices you make, brothers. He has not shown up pitch squeals and deeper growls then the bands previous releases, sung we all make. for class and is disenchanted with (if that’s even what you want to call it) over fresh melodic-to-chug riff- Cruise plays Sen. Jasper Irving, political science. Malley offers age of Brian Eschbach and John Kempainen, and devastating double who introduces journalist Janine Todd a choice: either show up for bass drumming perfected by Shannon Lucas. Such is the case on tracks Roth, played by Streep, to a way class and participate and receive a like Deathmask Devine and Of darkness Spawned. Lyrically the band to end the war. He asks Roth to “B” or never come to class again has gotten back to its old ways of “gore and horror” themes with a tough help him sell the solution to the and receive a “B.” The point, and of poetic grace. Topping it all off to complete the total package is cover American public. Meanwhile in the film’s tagline, is: “If you don’t art by Kristian Whalin (who also did the cover for Emperor’s classic In Afghanistan, two U.S. soldiers STAND for something, you might the Night Side Eclipse) to give it the “evil” look us metal fans love and have fallen out of a helicopter. FALL for anything” regardless of adore. Nocturnal is an album, which simply can’t go wrong. The Black Those soldiers are former economic status. Dahlia Murder has returned and they’re out for blood! students of Stephen Malley, played Lions for Lambs sparks a by Redford, a political science question: What can you or I do professor at a California university. to change things? First, we can He is having a conversation with become educated. Next, we can another student about those two participate through discussions, former students of his who paired letters, and other such exchanges up to give a presentation about with neighbors and elected officials. civic engagement in his class. By getting involved, we can take a Arian Finch, played by Derek stand similar to that of the fictional HIM Luke, and Earnest Rodriguez, Finch and Rodriguez. Venus Doom portrayed by Michael Pena, used History has the chance to inform Sire/Warner Bros. Records their presentation to make a point: our future. What we, citizens of le at some time between leaving high monde, do today will determine the I recently read an article in Revolver Magazine documenting the school and college graduation each quality of our tomorrows. process of Finland’s Goth/Love rockers HIM making their new record citizen must chose among three If you would like to write to your Venus Doom, and I remember reading that singer Villie Valo was choices, such as joining the Peace elected representatives visit http:// severely depressed while making this record, (for reasons unknown.) Corps, AmeriCorps or ROTC. www.cga.ct.gov/maps/townlist.asp. And to be fair, it shows. Songs like “Sleepwalking Past Hope” and They urged learning about civics To learn more about the war, read “Song or Suicide,” which, at first listen, sounds like a man reading his through involvement; to them, no “Heads We Win: The Cognitive suicide note over a doodling acoustic guitar, bring the listener straight one should be allowed to sit on the Side of Counterinsurgency,” by into clinical depression with Valo. But songs such as “Dead Lovers sidelines. Then, they took their own David C. Gompert, or visit http:// Lane” and “Bleed Well” pick up the pace and exemplify the band’s advice, which is how they ended up www.rand.org/pubs/occasional_ classic upbeat romance flavor. But I have to say, I have not heard such on that helicopter in Afghanistan. papers/2007/RAND_OP168. a beautifully depressed and upbeat rock album since “Razorblade Lions for Lambs acknowledges sum.pdf Romance,” with band classics like “Your Sweet 666” and “Join Me.” some class differences between Another good source is the “Iraq Valo’s lyrical descent into the blackness of depression and desperation those who are sent to fight wars and Study Group Report,” by Lee H. is chronicled with ghostly and cryptic rhyme schemes put together those who shape the perception of Hamilton and James A. Baker. To by HIM’s suicide poet. From start to finish, the band takes us on a those wars. The student Malley is find it online visit http://www. journey into addiction and out of recovery, with sing along choruses and talking with at the start of the film usip.org/isg/iraq_study_group_ enchanted verses. Two thumbs up for Venus Doom. is an example of the latter. Todd, report/report/1206/iraq_study_ portrayed by Andrew Garfield, leads group_report.pdf. Live Wire, Dec. 10, ,2007, Page 18 Arts And Entertainment Cabela’s More Than Meets the Eye

By Ashley Lang Live Wire Staff Writer “Oh my God” were the Both the outside and the After losing myself first words that came to inside are covered with amongst a sea of fake mind as I entered Cabela’s wooden features. There bait, I was finally rescued for the first time. This is a wooden stair case by my friend. superstore is so grand that leads to the second “Thank God! This that it is completely and level off to the left as store is huge, oh my utterly overwhelming. you enter. The railings up God, how can you stand It’s almost insane not to the stair case follow the it?” I said. He laughed at stand and gasp in sheer outline around the second my semi-overwhelmed shock, or rather horror floor and are also carved and obvious terror, and (for me), at the amount and made of wood. The so began my journey Photos by Ashley E. Lang of stuff that is jam ceilings are also supported through Cabela’s. Above left: Dragon statue made of wood. Above right: Main entrence to Cabela’s. packed into this gigantic, by a mixture of wooden After a brief introduction cabin-like vessel. The beams and metal. into the world of Cabela’s, catch a few might need. clothing, while still gun so that when you pump atmosphere is somewhat Standing in the entrance, which consisted of a very Further back, I noticed maintaining a fashionable air into the barrel it forces scattered and my eyes I searched my cluttered quick walk through, my a few large fishing side, is geared towards the cork out, making a pop can’t seem to focus on purse for my cell phone, tour guide was forced boats on display, where being functional. Next to sound. any particular section, issuing a small search and to return to his regular a group of men were the clothing, lies the home Slowly I made my way they just scan frantically rescue attempt to locate it, duties of actually working standing and studying section, filled with China upstairs, past the hanging from one section to the and called my friend who and I was left alone. I the features. After plates with forest scenes yellow and orange next, never settling. worked there to come find began my more in depth strolling past them, I painted on the front, airplane to where most of Cabela’s, a fabulous me, since clearly, I cannot solo exploration on the noticed that most of the mugs, and jewelry, and the archery equipment is outdoor, fishing and master this store on my ground level, circling boats on display were bins of stuffed animals. housed, along with the guns hunting store, on the own. After wandering the mountain again, and already sold. Past that is a kids’ toys and accessories. Mixed outside resembles more aimlessly in circles around exploring the aquarium Most of the first level area, equipped with video in amongst the bows and of a log cabin house the mountainside, which, filled with catfish, bass, is home to clothing, games, a station to test arrows were camouflage than a mega store. But along with the elk, bears, and other fresh water everything from socks the games out and more patterned items, from boots walking through the giant and goats, also houses a species. Back in the to hats, sweatshirts, stuffed animals, clothing to overalls to hats. glass doors at the front of fish tank, I wandered into fishing section, there was sweaters, jackets, and cork guns. These are Then I made my way to the building reveal much a sea of fishing equipment row after row of poles, and thermal wear and wooden toy guns that the Candlewood Grill, a complete with lures, poles, pants, for men, women, have a cork attached to a more than meets the eye. bait, string, and any Please see Cabela’s on page 21 string, and tackle boxes. thing else a person out to and children. All the string in the barrel of the Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 19 Arts And Entertainment Kevin Devine Blows Minds By Jason Cunningham Live Wire Editor Sometimes there are a few stars the Jealous Girlfriends. Miranda shining out of the rusty nails has a voice that’d make an angel we see in the bucket of young weep at its beauty. folk singers of this generation, The best song of the set for me strumming away as they voice was No Time Flat off his third their poetry into a microphone. LP “Split the Country, Split the Kevin Devine is one of those Street.” Devine’s set almost hit stars and on Oct. 10, at The the two-hour mark, and not one Space in Hamden, he put on a song disappointed. He frequents show that was nothing less than this area often and thanked the stunning. staff of The Space for their Following his friends hospitality and support. the Jealous Girlfriends and Devine is currently in the Aeroplane 1929, Devine came middle of an extensive tour, on stage standing alone, guitar in just returning from Europe. hand. What followed was a deep This show was his first back in dive into the young songwriter’s the states, beginning his two- soul, as he engaged us with his month U.S. tour. The Space is catchy melodies and thought- Kevin Devine at The Space in Hamden, an excellent venue, bringing a provoking lyrics. After singing on Oct. 10, 2007 sense of art, style, and hominess a handful of tunes alone, Devine that most venues don’t have. If was joined by two members of Photo By Jason Cunningham you’re ever in the Hamden area what he calls “The God Damn I suggest catching a show there. Band,” presenting some songs in his own right, played the drums again alone on stage, pouring his heart Devine’s latest album, “Put well complimented by electric like a mad man. He often sang along and soul out to audience members Your Ghost to Rest,” is available guitar, drums, and occasionally, with Devine, adding a stage presence who looked on wide-eyed at their folk at most retailers. If you can’t bass. to the band that did nothing but entrap hero. He even gave them a few new catch him live, definitely check The drummer, Brian Bonz, who the audience. After playing a solid set songs and covers, as well as a duet it out. is an excellent singer/songwriter with a backing band, Devine was once with Holly Miranda, front woman of New Releases Have that Holiday Feeling

By Mitch Greene Live Wire Staff Writer Have you ever felt the urge to travel and learn about With the holiday season approaching a different part of the country? Meet new and rapidly there’s nothing better than kicking back and attending a holiday interesting people? Find a job that complements your movie with family and friends. And studies and offers practical experience in your field? Hollywood producers, directors and Are you interested in learning about the wide range of actors are counting on it. Several films exciting summer job opportunities that are available that will debut this holiday season feature comedy mixed with holiday throughout the US and Canada? whimsy. If you answered YES to any of these questions, you could soon find For some people, seeing a holiday yourself working at a Summer Camp or Resort, a National Park, film is a family tradition. Theater, Amusement or Theme Park! You choose the location! “One of my favorite things to do Graphic courtesy of Google To get started… during the season is relax and watch Images Christmas movies with my family,” said Manchester Community College from her magical kingdom to modern Check Out the MCC Summer Job Board (outside Financial Aid Office). student Lindsey Debellis. day New York City in this romantic Browse through the summer employment related brochures and resource Several upcoming films may fit the comedy penned by Bill Kelly. guides located in the Career Services Office Library (Lowe-177). bill. One last film that will be part of “Fred Claus” stars actors Vince this holiday season is “Christmas Visit the MCC Career Services website: www.mcc.commnet.edu/career Vaughn and Paul Giamatti. Vaughn In Wonderland,” starring Carmen plays Claus, a repo man who gets thrown Electra, who undergoes a long Schedule an appointment with a Career Services Office staff member to in jail because he steals the items he distance move from Los Angeles to learn more about summer employment opportunities. repossesses instead of returning them Edmonton with her husband and two Attend the MCC SUMMER JOB FAIR on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 to their owners. In order to get out of kids. During the trip they visit the from 10 am - 1 pm in the AST Building. jail he must travel to the North Pole and West Edmonton Mall and encounter a help make toys. Vaughn’s marvelous magical sequence of events. acting and quirky behavior are what All of these movies are rich in make this a must see holiday movie. holiday spirit. If you’re looking for more of a magical “What I look for in a movie coming movie then “Enchanted” might be a out during the holiday season is good choice. It stars Patrick Dempsey, laughs, um, the holiday spirit and James Marsden and Amy Adams. just good acting,” said student John Adams plays a princess who is banished Cantazaro. Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 20 Arts And Entertainment True Life hits the big screen with “American Gangster”

By Nico Sanchez-Roosa Live Wire Staff Writer Due to the popularity support payments and he’s of gangster movies a womanizer, but he is an such as the “Godfather” honest cop on a police force trilogy, “Scarface,” and full of dishonest ones. “Goodfellas,” there was According to PR Newswire, high anticipation for the new Lucas grew up in a violent film “American Gangster,” environment. When he was which opened nationwide only six years old, his cousin last month. It stars Oscar- was killed by the KKK for winner Denzel Washington looking at a white woman. as Harlem drug lord Frank Lucas stole money and food Lucas and Russell Crowe, to be able to help out his also an Oscar winner, as family. He then headed to Graphic courtesy of Google Images Richie Roberts, the police New York City after stealing anyone for his dealings, and so is a much bigger player in time period. Washington officer who brought him to more the $400 from his old he wants to cut out the middle New York City than the and Crowe’s acting are justice. boss and burning his business men, in this case the crooked police originally thought. marvelous in the way The film is based on the true down. police officers. He creates a His investigation is the that their characters story of Lucas, the character The movie takes place crew of drug dealers from his backbone of the plot of share a rigorous ethical played by Washington, who during the late 1960’s and brothers and cousins, who he the movie. Even with his code, despite being on was born in North Carolina early 1970’s in New York brings up from North Carolina. personal drama, Roberts opposite sides of the law. and moved to New York City City. Lucas develops into And he gets to the main source still finds a way to go after Washington really makes where he was introduced to a crime lord after Bumpy’s of the drug by going on many Lucas with his rag tag the viewer think that he is a life of crime by reputed death. But he wants to become repeated trips to Thailand. team of do-good narcotics a gangster, that’s how good Harlem drug lord Ellsworth his own boss in Harlem. To There he finds an unusual officers. his performance is. “Bumpy” Johnson. Robert’s do so, he decides to make method of bringing the drugs What makes this movie The movie is well worth life, by contrast, is not large amounts of money by into the United States without worth seeing is how the the price of admission to as glamorous as Lucas’. trafficking heroin. Lucas detection. soundtrack and scenery those who like great acting He struggles with child does not want to depend on Roberts suspects that Lucas fits very well with the and gangster genre movies.

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For more information on the SLPA option, please contact: Dr. Eileen M. Furey (860) 512-2792 • [email protected] Office Location: T405 Live Wire, Dec. 10, 2007, Page 21 Arts And Entertainment Continued from Cabela’s on page 18 small cafe area. The grill has two food made of gold with a beautiful vine like options: a deli where you can get a pattern edged in throughout the piece, sandwich made from meats including resembling more art than machine. It is ostrich and wild boar, and a grill area, quite beautiful. which serves pizza, cheeseburgers, As begin to exit I overhear a man talking hamburgers, bison burgers, chili-dogs about Cabela’s. and regular hot dogs. There is also an “Quite a place,” he said array of desserts like lemon meringue I agree this is quite a place. pie, chocolate cake, cheesecake, and a Cabela’s is located at 475 East Hartford chocolate silk crème pie that melts in Blvd. North, in East Hartford. The store your mouth. All items on the menu are is open Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. under $10. While I was there I tried to 9 p.m., and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. the chili-dog, which was a regular For more information, including special beef hotdog, and the chocolate silk holiday hours call 860-290-6200 or visit crème pie, both of which were good. www.cabelas.com. My favorite however, was the pie. As for the prices, $3.99 for a chili-dog seemed a little high, but the pie, which was around $4.50, was worth every penny. By this time, my slight issue with overcrowded enclosed areas – also Left: Owl carving on the side- known as claustrophobia - began to walk of Cabela’s worsen and so I found myself in front of the gun library in what I consider to be the most comfortable leather chair and stool that in all of my 19 Above: View from the second years of life I have encountered. floor of the mountianside. So here I sit, writing my story, thinking back about my adventure throughout the store. My final exploration was the Right: Butterfly carving on the gun library behind me which is quite sidewalk of Cabela’s. exquisite in itself. There are walls of guns lining the entire room. One of the most impressive guns, a Winchester 70 custom with a price tag of $2,500, is

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From Headlines to Horror Windy Spirit Cloudy Skies Shows By Lisa Turcotte By Ashley E. Lang By Jeff Raymond If the wind were right, The silence is deafening As the clouds wash And I were light, The ground is cold the sky away into an I would open my arms Why can’t you hear me? unquestionable blackness, And be lifted up, The stone is rough against my I remember the days of old To be carried away skin To a cloud, when things were different. Blistered and worn. Past the twinkling stars Things seemed easier. The make up stains have Far, far away become permanent, Things could be repaired. And arrive in a dream. against this fair skin I own. Not so easy anymore. I used Outer space as the Everyday reminders. Now, I’m down in the place trenches with both of my Where I disguised, Constant failure. arms within the shadows of the Did you give up? Bloody and a loaded gun moon, Is that why I continually with battle scars to prove In myself what I despise. suffer? that I’ve searched the universe I would give the world to see I’ve been to hell and back. For some special star, you again. I’ve come all this way with Using the light to blind Instead I stand in the blistering little and or nothing to What I’m trying to hide. cold, And I found myself in a show. staring down at a soulless twilight zone Because of what you did to grave. Confused and wanting to go Death surrounding. me, home. A brutal realization. I’m left alone, to battle my It was your belief in me that I cannot forgive your weakness memories and to fight this Showed me I had what I will not forgive my own. war all by myself. I was seeking all along The rose petals shrivel and die And that’s fine for me, Thank you for always be- As they touch the white Because they say nice guys lieving in me, blanket that rests upon you. finish last. And showing me how to Nothing stays alive. Well, at least I finished believe in myself.

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