Volume XL Issue 3 The Student Newspaper of Passaic County Community College, Paterson, NJ October 2011
By Tatiana Cabrera tion for their first debate. With resolutions rang- ing from software programs to the launching of The Passaic County Community College missiles, the team is prepared for either their Public Speaking Society met this semester’s negative or affirmative constructive arguments first debate hosted in SUNY-Rockland in Suf- within minutes and proceeded to go from fern, New York on Sunday, October 23, 2011. “classroom” mode to actual debate. The four debaters in this event were Secretary- The debaters are scored based on style/ Ronique Wint (2nd year debater), Vice President presentation: use of voice, words, and non- -Ricky Rosa (2nd yr. debater), Terrence Foster verbal communication. Professor Lorio who is (1yr. debater), Malakhi Broomfield (1 yr. de- also a judge during the debates stated he bater). scores “based upon the quality of argument Challenged by many teams from SUNY- using the principles of persuasion: ethos, logos, Albany, Barauch, Dominican, SUNY-Rockland and pathos. In case of a tie, he turns to style.” and Yeshiva University, our students were able This year’s second season has shown im- to finally put “practice into motion” as they par- measurable improvements thus far, according ticipated in a spirited impromptu debate. Pro- to Professor Lorio. “Last year, the team was a fessor Brian Lorio, Esq, an adjunct with the Eng- neophyte group that was trying to feel their way lish Department here at PCCC, and a general in terms of debate. This year, we have a group practice attorney employed with Lyte Associ- that is not only confident, but jumps at the chal- ates, L.L.C. in South Plainfield, N.J., is the club lenge of debate. Each person pushes each adviser to the Public Speaking Society for its other to do better and as a team, I feel that second year. we’re on the verge of something big.” Professor Lorio explained that an It was definitely an experience for our first “impromptu debate” is where the debaters are time debaters who were paired with our senior given a scenario and have ten minutes to pre- debaters. According to Terrance Foster, a Busi- From left to right starting from bottom row are 3rd place winners Deauwand pare for their arguments. He has spent numer- ness Administration Hotel Restaurant Manage- Malakhi Broomfield, Ricky Rosa, Terrrence Fosterfrom left to right on the top row are Jennifer Rosado, Ronique Wint and Matt Dulak ous hours working with his members in prepara- (Speaking continued on page 10)
how they should act towards other specific characters. They are also given a brief de- scription as to why they have been brought to the Hamil- ton Club that night. Shortly after the introductions, “Kitty the Maid” and “Juan the Butler” invited us all in to sit down for dinner. It is here where we part of the story is based on real world meet Maximillian Hamilton facts. Since the body was completely and received some more decomposed the only evidence left story related clues. Max re- were the bones. Detective Pacheco veals some shocking informa- explained that by measuring the pubic tion to the crowd. He revealed angle and also by determining the that he is leaving his millions shape of the pelvic cavity he can de- to a foundation for his lost termine the sex of the body. wife which will have Dr. If the pubic angle measures >90 By Eric Godfrey parlor and each person was finger Lifeson, his psychiatrist, as president. degrees it is a female and if it meas- printed and given a pen in which to The table broke into pandemo- ures <90 degrees it is a male. In addi- The Science Club hosted the sign their names. nium with yelling and arguing. Death tion the pelvic cavity shape, this can Murder Mystery Dinner on Friday, Oc- The crowd gathered and each threats were made (all in character of be both circular and wide for a woman tober 28, 2011 at the Hamilton Club. person began to assume their roles. course) with each patron taking their or narrower for a male. Using these The format for the dinner is not a tradi- There was much laughter as the ac- character’s role seriously and to heart. measurements the body was deter- tional sit down dinner, but one in tors/patrons began engaging one an- Suddenly there was an interrup- mined to be a female. which the crowd is not only patrons other. Each actor was given a short tion; everybody came to a sudden mo- (Murder continued on page 2) but actually the actors too. We were description as to their character’s ment of silence as Max announces told that the murder will be solved background and a few hints towards that they have found an unidentified using real world forensics. The Sci- body in the ence Club uses this dinner as a format garden. to show off the forensic skills of chro- The po- matography, gender determination lice were News ...... Pages 1-5 using bones and blood splatter detec- called and De- Features ...... Pages 6-8 tion using luminal. The first 20 people tective Health ...... Page 9 to arrive at the dinner were given the Pacheco ar- Clubs & Organizations ...... Page 10-11 opportunity to play a character or not rived on scene Art ...... Page 12 if they so preferred. to investigate The Hamilton Club made an ex- the body using ceptionally good setting for the dinner forensics. The Spring 2012 with all its creaking floors, old fire- part may be places, and dark corners. The patrons played by an Registration is going on Now! of the dinner where invited into the actor but this Page 2 News October 2011
Staff Editors and Writers Juan Cordero Jr, Editor-in-Chief Jerry Gutierrez, Co-Editor / Ads Manager Eric Godfrey, Staff Editor
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Layout Murder Anny A. Almonte
Photography Suddenly the room went dark and the sound of gunshots was heard. Raheen Nelson (Murder continued from page 1) note. Contributing Writers: Next, Detective Pacheco says he The ransom is written in pen and Jordan Aluzruei can determine the race by measuring the ink is still wet. The detective uses Tatiana Cabrera Delores Chandler the nasal cavity. Using a simple for- his last trick in his bag of detective Fatima Jamal Kanouni mula of height and width divided by tools. He breaks out a kit which uses Mayra Munoz length you can come up with what is chromatography to determine the type Lisbeth Montesino called the nasal index. The nasal index of ink used. By using a sample from Tasheenia Pough can then be used to determine the the original and a sample from each of Mohamed Sabagh race because Caucasians have <.48, the pens that were given to the actors Patsy Robles Asians have .48-.53 and African- we were able to discover the identity Fernando Sanchez Americans have >.53. It was deter- of the culprit! But you didn’t think I Ernest Veras mined that the race of the body is was going to tell you who did it, did sure to come to the next Murder Mys- Asian, the same race as Max’s ex-wife you? If you want to know who did it, be tery Dinner. who went missing 10 years ago. Suddenly the room went dark The Cast of Characters and Actors: and the sound of gunshots was heard. Contact Us: There is screaming and much commo- Maxmillian Hamilton played by Peter Zanzonico tion as we had no idea what was hap- Dr. Lifeson played by Eric Godfrey pening. Detective Pacheco yells and Betsy played by Jane Smith General Information: calls the crowd down. Using a heat Troy played by Terrence Foster [email protected] sensing camera he scans the room for Sarah played by Ariele Adrianzen Ad Sales: any ghosts or hidden bodies. He can- Ernesto the Gardener played by Latoya Williams not find anything out of the ordinary. Kim Hong the Long Lost Wife played by some bones from the Lab [email protected] A light switch is found and the Yuri Hamilton played by Rima Monnan Phone: room lights up again. It is only now Detective Pacheco played by Paul Pacheco that we realize that even though we Kitty the Maid played by Tamiesha Gilzene 973-684-5288 heard gun shots there is no body and Juan the Butler played by Juan Reyes Mail: Maximillian Hamilton is missing. The Billy Hamilton played by Naheem Canady detective comes to the rescue using Regina Hamilton played by Nicole Vassell Visions Student Newspaper luminal. Spraying luminal causes Tiffany played by Shedell Greenidge Passaic County Community College blood to glow under UV Light. Using Daisy played by Ryan Mcdowell One College Boulevard the UV Light we are able to actually The Lawyer Johnny Cochran Jr. played by Coran Smith Paterson, NJ 07505-1179 see a blood trail which led to a ransom Stewart “Stewie” Hamilton played by Ghadeer Abuhamdeh
By Fernando Sanchez for a long time and are about to finish Among of the visitors from the will eliminate stage shyness among it. These events are conducted due to four year universities was Jason Rader them. On October 20, 2011 a recep- the program growing at a really fast who happens to be Professor Rader’s The hours went by while all of the tion for the new students who are de- pace. It will also inspire the coming son. He came in with his fake rankles students and staff shared a dessert clared theater majors was held at the students and will be a chance for and his makeup done from acting at and their experiences with each other. Hamilton Club here at Passaic County them to get to know people in their the theater at Kean University, which Professor Rader concluded the event Community College. This event took field." He also added that this is the is the four year institution that he is by saying that even though it was the place from 2:30 to 5:00 PM. first year of the event but he will or- going to. first year for this event, it was very Professor R.G. Rader, who was ganize it every fall from now on. Mr. Rader said that he was on successful and helpful for the stu- the organizer of this event, is also the Ten new students and twenty the stage and didn’t have a chance to dents and staff present coordinator of the Theater Option Pro- currently in the program were present take the makeup off. He added that at it. gram and the PCCC Honors Program at this event. There were also students Kean University makes receptions for For more information on the who teaches acting, theater, drama, who already graduated from the pro- new students three times a year and theater programs, contact Professor writing and literature courses. gram and continuing their education in that by doing this at PCCC, the college Rader at [email protected], or at his According to Professor Rader, four years institutions, faculty mem- is taking a step toward the level of a office located at E-105, Phone: 973- “the purpose of this event was to intro- bers of the theater program and mem- four year institution. According to him, 684-6413. duce the new students with others bers of the college administration in these types of events will get every who had been in the theater program general. student friendly with each other and
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Are you a Future Leader?
By Mayra Munoz The Wall Street leaders have want to protest, we'll be happy to Although it was originally pro- been drying out the economy garden make sure they have locations to do posed by Adbusters magazine, the If the people will lead, the lead- and this has been dying for 25 years it." demonstration is leaderless. Protest- ers follow, but will the leaders be and no one has tried to have control of Anonymous activists supported ers showed up for all kinds of reasons: happy to follow? There are a lot of stu- that. The point is to finally articulate a the manifestation and encouraged its jobs lost to globalization, homes lost dents from all over the country pro- widespread anger and dissatisfaction followers to participate in the protest to foreclosure, health care system lost. testing in Occupy Wall Street. of the management of Wall Street’s that will later increase attention. Pro- The protesters include persons of Since this is major protest that is moguls. testors flooded over lower Manhattan, a variety of political orientations, in- happening so close to our sector of We can say that less than 1% of setting up tents, beds, kitchens, and cluding liberals, political independ- living, it is our responsibility as stu- the population controls the 99%. Ad- occupying Wall Street. ents, anarchists, socialists, libertari- dents to learn more about it. As future busters stated, "Beginning from one The first day of the manifestation ans, and environmentalists. leaders of our community it is impor- simple demand; a presidential com- was about 1,000 protesters that Occupy Wall Street is about cre- tant that we know what is going on mission to separate money from poli- marched through the streets, with an ate a new perspective of living to peo- outside our doors. tics; we start setting the agenda for a estimated 100 to 200 staying over- ple because they are united by their It started September 17, 2011 new America.” night in cardboard boxes. At the begin- opposition to the predatory economic when a Canadian group called Adbust- Before the protest started, New ning of the protest, the majority of the behavior of the top-earning one per- ers proposed a peaceful occupation at York City mayor Michael Bloomberg demonstrators were young; however, cent. Wall Street to protest corporate influ- said in a press conference, "People as the protest grew and increased it ence on democracy. have a right to protest, and if they became more diverse.
By Mohamed Sabagh include God, but it doesn’t have to.” If the concept of this holiday isn’t By Delores Chandler the many reasons that people stay in Thanksgiving is just around the religious then what is it? Simply put, those bad relationships. corner and students at Passaic County it’s about giving thanks- hence the In honor of Domestic Violence Lilisa J. Williams is a member of Community College are certainly feel- name! That means giving thanks for Awareness Month, Passaic County an organization called “Thriving Be- ing the spirit. Students differ on how whatever or whomever one feels Community College’s College Bound / yond Abuse.” She travels around New they celebrate this national holiday grateful for. This idea may be clouded GEAR UP Program & Student Program- Jersey speaking publicly to victims of and the degree to which they hold this by the allure of tasty food and a day ming Committee of SGA coordinated abuse. She goes out to educate, moti- day dear but one thing remains sure- off from school but some remember and held a panel discussion on Thurs- vate and empower them. She teaches there will be no shortage of turkey and that although their appetite may be day October 20, 2011 in the Academic them skills and offers job training, big appetites! satiable, their gratitude is not. building. The Panel consisted of four helping them start small businesses, Thanksgiving will be observed on PCCC graduate Tara Murphy ex- key speakers, Theresa Bivaletz of as well as write books. She makes Thursday, November 24th this year. It plains, “I love sitting down with family Passaic County Women’s’ Center, house calls and will go wherever the is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of and enjoying the food. My aunt’s stuff- Dianna Fuller of North East New Jer- victim is. every November. ing is out of this world. But I also keep sey Legal Services, Ben Fidalgo of Le- Domestic Violence is the leading According to www.history.com, it in consideration that this is a time to gal Services of New Jersey, and Lilisa cause of injury to women in the U.S. is celebrated on a Thursday so that it really appreciate what you have and J. Williams of the non-profit organiza- This epidemic is affecting individuals will not interfere with any major relig- let everyone know that they mean a lot tion, ”Thriving Beyond Abuse.” They in every community, regardless of age, ions observance of a Holy Day. to you. A lot of other holidays have were very informative and shared use- economic status, race, religion, nation- The concept of Thanksgiving been commercialized and really de- ful information. ality or educational background. One originated in 1621 when the Plymouth valued; this one hasn’t- at least to me Theresa Bivaletz and Dianna in every four women will experience colonists and Wampanoag Indians it hasn’t.” Fuller spoke about the services that domestic violence in their lifetime. An shared an autumn feast. This day is We may not always think of the Passaic County Woman’s Center and estimated 1.3 million women are vic- recognized today as the first Thanks- Pilgrims and historical value of this North East New Jersey Legal Services tims of physical assault by an intimate giving. Years later in 1863, President holiday but it is important for families provide. These programs offer housing partner each year. 15% of reported Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a na- to get together and appreciate what for the victims of Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence cases were men tional Thanksgiving Day to be held they have- including each other. as well as their children. They help the which points out that the male gender every November according to the PCCC Kaled Hardan describes, “ victims escape their attackers, feel is not exempt. Many victims are afraid Smithsonian Encyclopedia. I never really think about it like that. I safe, and get their life back on track. of their abuser, afraid to leave and The attraction of this joyous holi- just like the food. But now that I think They also spoke upon the differ- afraid to stay in the relationship. day, other than the mountain of tur- about it I guess it is one of the few ent forms of abuse. Physical abuse Domestic Violence also affects key, stuffing, endless sides, and let’s times that I get to hangout with my does not stop at causing physical children in the household. Children not forget the traditional football whole family at the same time. It’s harm. It also includes: Sexual Abuse, who witness Domestic Violence, espe- game, is that this holiday is completely always fun and memorable.” The tur- such as unwanted touching, forced cially within the household are more non-religious. The Pilgrims traveled to key may bring families and friends intercourse, treating partners like sex likely to abuse their spouse or allow America to flee religious persecution together; but love and appreciation objects, and forcing partners to strip; abuse from their spouses in adult- and so it would only be fitting that we will keep them together. Emotional/Psychological Abuse such hood. Women ages 20-24 have the can all enjoy this day of thanks regard- This Thanksgiving, we should all as ridiculing, humiliating, insulting, biggest risk of non-fatal Domestic Vio- less of religious background. Duke remember to incorporate the most degrading, isolating partners from lence. However, Domestic Violence University theologian Stephen Chap- important facet of this holiday- giving family and friends, dominating/ can be fatal and has been in numer- man explains, “We say grace at thanks. controlling, and exhibiting extreme ous situations. There are many cases Thanksgiving…for believers that may jealousy; Financial Abuse such as tak- that have not been reported and may ing your partner’s money and not al- never be reported until it is too late. lowing them to have any of it, just to We have to break this cycle. name a few. If you or someone you know is a Ben Fidalgo is an attorney for victim of domestic violence, get help. Legal Services of New Jersey who spe- There are many programs around to cializes in representing victims of Do- help in domestic situations, such as mestic Violence. He spoke about Passaic County Women’s Center, rights as an individual and a victim of North East New Jersey Legal Services, abuse, like how to properly file for a Legal Services of New Jersey and restraining order, and how to legally Thriving Beyond Abuse, or call the Na- eliminate yourself from an abusive tional Domestic Violence Hotline 1 relationship and get help. He spoke 800-799-7233. You might save a life about having healthy relationships and it just might be your own. and preventing unhealthy ones and Page 4 News October 2011
side. The nurse recommends not drinking any alcoholic beverages, not doing any exercises, and especially not lifting any weights. The student will have to remove the bandages applied Passaic tattooed or have a body weight below by the nurse after a three hour period county Com- a hundred ten pounds, they are not and drink as many fluids as they can, munity Col- eligible. People who are below 1.26 in since 90% of blood plasma is made up lege, campus. blood iron levels cannot donate either, of water. At the and this test is conducted on site. These blood donations will be present time, These students, in- blood dona- cluding those that tion is un- are pregnant, all fall usual among under pertinent re- college stu- strictions addressed dents. Out of in a pre-screening the potential questionnaire. After eight thou- students meticu- sand students lously complete the registered at paperwork, they are P.C.C.C., there ready for the next By Jerry Gutierrez are only just a few that decided to help step, which is to out in this great way. Others because donate blood. According to the American Red of fear or just pure ignorance do not As the student Cross Association every two seconds, get the courage to donate. finishes up the someone in the United States needs Most people would think that blood donation process, refreshments going to hospitals in New York and blood. It is for this very reason that on anyone can donate blood. However, are served and some recommenda- New Jersey. The purpose is to save October 31, 2011 a Community Blood there are some exceptions. For exam- tions are given. While enjoying cookies lives; in surgeries, in births with signifi- Service vehicle was at the Paterson ple, if students recently have been and juice, the student feels good in- cant blood loss, in victims in severe car accidents, for children and adults with leukemia, etc. The blood drive at P.C.C.C. was successful. Some experts say that donating blood is good for a person moral and self steam. Helping other should be an everyday routine. One never knows what goes around might come around too. If you would like more informa- tion on how or where to donate go to www.bloodnj.org or call 1-800- BLOODNJ (256-6365) or you can stop by the office of student activities on the first floor of Founders Hall room E103. Potential Art Program Offers New Creative Prospects to Students By Jordan Alazruei
Art is being reborn at Passaic County Community College. In- structor of Fine Arts and practicing artist Professor Thomas Koole has proposed a fine art program for the college. The planned pro- gram will offer prospective students the opportunity to major in fine art and design as well as open doors to future careers in multiple art related fields. The program will offer fully transferable degrees in fine arts as well as an AAS certification in “Arts Management” to allow students to progress to future employment in the NYC arts industry through an internship in their final semester. Courses to be included in the curriculum include classes in drawing, photography (both film and digital), painting, design, and various periods of art history study. Potential future additions to the course list include sculpture, 3D design, ceramics, and printmaking. Courses from other departments, such as Communications and Computer Science, will be incorporated as well to give students a more diverse and solid foundation to build upon. Professor Koole, a seasoned professional who has been prac- ticing his craft since the mid 1970’s, has high expectations for the program’s success. “In the ten or so schools I have taught at, I have observed the Art Departments and have seen what worked (and didn't) and have based my plan for the Art Dept. at PCCC on those observations in conjunction with the expressed needs and goals of the institution here.” He said, “Curriculum will be tied to articulation agreements with area colleges and the creation of a "killer portfolio" will be "job #1" - so that students will be able to go anywhere with respect and acceptance.” His vision is shared by many at the college. If put into effect, the program will give budding artists the push they need to begin successful careers in art and design. Until now, there was no cen- tralized program available at PCCC that would give a transferable degree to students looking to move on to four-year institutions. With proper guidance, and that killer portfolio Professor Koole envisions for each student, the number of homegrown bohemians will un- doubtedly bloom. For more information about the future art program, you can contact Professor Koole at his PCCC email address ([email protected]) or visit his office in Hamilton Hall room H012 during his office hours. To view his past and present work, please visit his personal website at (www.thomaskoole.com). October 2011 News Page 5
Spring 2012 registration is going on now
By Lisbeth Montesino a problem that can easily be resolved with online registra- That is a question many people ask themselves tions. while waiting on the long line to pick their classes. This How can you be one of those students who have one less process that many people undertake for selecting the obstacle to worry about? courses they will participate in for the following semester Well there are four requirements a student has to have is called registration. to qualify for online registration and they are: Shantelle Grateneau is a student that attends Passaic County Community College. She finds registration 1. Have a declared major – even if you don’t know what online “much easier than waiting in line” in the Center for you want to study, but are a liberal arts student, that is a dec- Student Success. Early registration starts on October 31st laration of a major. and for many students like Shantelle the prospect of not 2. Have completed 6 college-level credits having to wait in line and the freedom of knowing that 3. No holds on your record i.e.) financial aid and academic they have the schedule that they want is one less thing to immunization. worry about. 4. Were enrolled in a COL102 class during the fall 2009 Joel Hernandez is a student who asked the pivotal semester or after. question mentioned above. Unfortunately he is one of the many students that have to wait in line to register. He hates waiting and that’s the reason why he has For a step by step approach for registering online go to http://pccc.edu/ two semesters without going to school. Though Joel’s experience is an extreme uploads/3a/Od/3aOdf5290cff17ceb81831ce3d22/How-To-Register-for-Classes- case, this is a problem that a lot of students could be going through. However, it is on-the-Web.pdf
Challenges We Face Upon Choosing One
By Patsy Robles As I sat and looked at the application that lay in front of me with a list of options I didn’t know what to choose. Luckily for me there was an option “undecided” and that was the way I started my college career. Like me many students are often “undecided” and it some- times takes more than one try, to get the major that fits just right. Many students at PCCC come in as undecided, and after a couple general education classes they decide to make up their mind. Many of us even change our major various times before making up our minds. Current PCCC students like Franyelly Aplinario have entered the college with a different major and then real- ized they want to go in a completely opposite direction. Apolinario entered the college under a Health Science degree but later realized that Criminal Justice was more of his calling. Then there are the students like Douglass Adebiyi who entered the college under a Criminal Justice major but plans on changing his major. “I am not happy with my major, but the college does not offer the major I was originally looking for, which was Dental Health.” Adebiyi is a starting freshman who will have enough time to figure out his true calling. However, there are the students like former PCCC student Francisco Apolinario who transferred out be- cause the college didn’t offer the option he wanted, which was art. The college is now however developing an art major which should be very beneficial for incom- ing art students. The college also recently opened a Graphic Design major which was a great surprise for students who had entered the college with this particu- lar major in mind. As college students we are not expected to know exactly “what we want to do.” One option that as a PCCC student you have is to choose a liberal art major if you’re unsure what you’d like to be. Most liberal arts majors have the same basic re- quirements and these credits will transfer to the major you decide to choose once you make up your mind. Choosing a major can prove challenging. As hu- mans we often change our interest and what we thought we wanted to be turns out to be something we hate. Keep your options open. Double major if possible, and always remember you will eventually find some- thing that catches your attention. Page 6 Features October 2011
By Jerry Gutierrez The Student Programming Committee (SPC) along with the Office of Student Activities (OSA) and the Student Government Association (SGA) after a week of activities on all campuses ended “Spirit Week” with the annual Pep Rally on Octo- ber 21, 2011. The pep rally culminates a week dedicated to the PCCC Panther spirit. The pep rally featured all athletic teams of PCCC and some out source entertainment. A DJ kept on playing unless there were announcements or a presenter on stage. Performances included: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fra- ternity Inc., Oats PCCC Very own, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and lastly Iota Phi Theta Fra- ternity Inc. During an open dance floor, a student from the Dance Club along with many others hit the dance floor to show off some of their finest moves. The Pep Rally began at approximately 6pm and ended around 8:30pm and throughout the entire time the energy was felt by everyone present in the gymna- sium. It was a well publicized event as email, flyers and word of mouth beat last year’s attendance by 150 students and friends. DeeAnne Hackett Assistance Director to the Office of Student Activities said that SPC did a “job well done and that they should be proud of the hard work and dedication.” Spirit week started on Monday October 17 with mix match day in which students dressed in mix match cloths. On Tuesday the 18 it was pair up with your favorite person for twin day. On Wednesday 19 students dressed up like their favorite celebrity. And on Thursday the 20th it was time for the famous pajama day. This day is when students staff and administrators join in the fun. October 2011 Advertisement Page 7 Page 8 Features October 2011
Andre Sayegh, 37, is Councilman and Passaic County Community College Professor. Sayegh has been Councilman of the 6th Ward in Paterson, NJ for three years and has been teaching Psychology 101 at PCCC for eleven years. A lifelong resident of Paterson, Sayegh didn’t always start out with success on his mind. It took a lot of hard work and positive thinking to get him where he is today. The man who seems to never have a day off is always on-the-go around town doing a lot more than his job duties call for. How does he manage it all, and find time to teach and campaign? His answer: Priorities. In this Q and A Sayegh discusses his past hardships, present duties, and future aspirations:
Fatima Jamal Kanouni: What time do FJK: What do you like most about you get up in the morning and start teaching at PCCC? your day? AS: That young people are showing the Andre Sayegh: Typically, I get up at desire to improve themselves, they 5:30 in the morning. obviously want to get an education. Some of the students I have are single FJK: What were your goals after high mothers who are coming back to school graduation, were you always school, clearly showing that it’s not interested in politics? only their future they care about, but AS: No, actually I didn’t have goals, I their children’s’ as well. They set an just wanted to graduate. I did very example, and for someone who was poorly in high school; I graduated last raised by a single mother, I commend in my class. I was lucky to graduate. I them. went to Bergen Community College because no other school would accept FJK: In what ways do you try to influ- me. Then I transferred to Seton Hall ence your students? University as a history major and AS: I try to influence them by being graduated with a 4.0 GPA; I was #1 in positive in the way I approach the ma- my class. terial and I show genuine enthusiasm for what I’m doing, that I really like FJK: What approach did you use to go what I’m doing. I want them to find from being at the bottom of your class FJK: Can you describe your job duties? nent and prestigious New Jersyians. their passion and turn their passion to the top student in your graduating AS: Council people are lawmakers, we We’re excited about the Great Falls into a profession. class? make the law, we don’t enforce the National Park. The U.S. Secretary of AS: I spent time in the library and I law. If people call us, we’ll activate for the Interior Ken Salazar is coming so FJK: What advice can you give stu- started doing my homework, I never them, but the police enforce the law, we can establish a National Park*, dents interested in politics? did homework. (Afterwards), I always the administration, the mayor has to also, working on restoring the Hinch- AS: Volunteer for a political campaign had a sense of urgency, it was now or enforce the law. Sometimes I take it liffe stadium. Just some of the very or political party and attend town never. upon myself to show up, for example, positive happenings that are taking council meetings. if someone calls me about loud music. place in Paterson. FJK: Did you know what you wanted to In South Paterson, we had a problem FJK: How do you think students can do after graduating college; did you where cars were speeding down Pax- FJK: Where can students/residents remain goal oriented and gain motiva- acquire any other degrees? ton going into Clifton, so I passed a find information about events taking tion? AS: I wanted to serve public office. I law creating a multi-way stop at the place in Paterson? AS: You gotta have priorities as a stu- went ahead and got my Master’s De- corners of Paxton and Genessi, and AS: They can always go to the city of dent. If you turn a television on what is gree from Columbia University in Pub- now people have to slow down. A lot of Paterson’s website, (patersonnj.gov), that going to do for you? How do you lic Policy and Administration. the job deals with public safety and they can go down to City Hall, or the benefit by it? If you like sports and you quality of life. city clerk’s office to find out about up- watch a game, it doesn’t make a dif- FJK: What was your motivation to keep coming events. Get to know where City ference on the outcome of the game, going even after failure in high school? FJK: What obstacles stand in the way Hall is and what it has to offer, we but you can make an impact on the AS: I have an excellent mother; a very of Paterson becoming cleaner, safer, work for the people, they should know outcome of your life. Turn that TV off motivational mother. She was a leader or more prosperous? more and be alert. and read a book, turn the TV off, do by example. She was not born in this AS: High unemployment and high your homework. Get off Facebook and country, she was born in Syria, she taxes, and that’s a tough one. 125 FJK: What do you like most about the put your face in another book: in a had very little formal education, and police officers were recently laid off. city of Paterson? math book, in a history book, in a sci- she drove a bus for twenty years for We certainly need the police officers AS: The people! I love diversity. I love ence book, get into the right book. school districts. So when I saw that to keep us safe; the quality of life has the fact that I can go on Main St. and Time management is also very impor- she was getting up at 5:30 in the been compromised. get falafel at an Arab restaurant, or I tant, being on time shows you’re seri- morning for me and my brother, I said can get lahmacun from a Turkish res- ous…They say, “Better late than the least I can do is get up at 5:30 in FJK: What can Patersonians do to taurant, or I can go on 21st Ave. and never,” but I say, “Better never late.” the morning, and do something for build a stronger sense of community get some bunuelos from a Colombian her. It’s called “work ethic”, I learn by and how do you try to create unity? restaurant or get some mangu from a FJK: How do you use Facebook? observing. AS: They can start off by working with Dominican restaurant on Park Ave. AS: I use it as a tool to engage citizens the Paterson Police Dept. to create a in conversation and to assist during FJK: What other obstacles did you face Neighborhood Watch in their commu- FJK: Do you see a better future for snowstorms, hurricanes, and with in your youth besides poor academ- nity. First of all a neighbor needs to Paterson? quality of life issues. ics? get to know who they’re neighbors are, AS: I certainly do, I just need a more AS: I came from a broken home. My I think we’ve gotten to a point where engaged community, I need people to FJK: What’s in store for the future? father left us when I was eight, my some people just go in and out of their be more aware of what they’re entitled AS: As long as my ability and my ambi- brother was six. He was very abusive homes, maybe wave “hi” and “bye” to to and who they elect. They need to tion are comparable, obviously I’d like towards my mother, physically and their neighbors, but they really don’t start learning about who wants to rep- to move up. mentally. know who they live next door to or resent them, so they can elect them. across the street from. So if you estab- We also want to help save the city FJK: Any hobbies? FJK: On a lighter note, what joy does lish a Neighborhood Watch and you money and one way President Obama AS: I love to read, I like sports and I being a Councilman in the city of meet regularly with people in your said we can do that is by “going enjoy boxing. Paterson bring to you? area on the block, at least you get to green”, so my colleague, (5th Ward AS: I really love serving my constitu- know each other and look out for each Councilman Julio Tavarez), and I ap- FJK: What’s your favorite sports team? ents. For example, today I got a call: other. I helped establish six in the plied for certification with Sustainable AS: I live and die with the NY Mets! there was a pit bull on the loose terror- Sixth Ward. Jersey, a very prominent program that izing the neighborhood, so I showed deals with going green. Paterson is the FJK: Last words? up with the police and we made sure FJK: What other projects are you work- largest municipality in the state of AS: Sometimes in life you’re down, but the pit bull was reigned in and police ing on in the community? New Jersey to be certified under Sus- you’re not out. People will not believe ticketed the owner for not having a AS: We’re trying to get a playground at tainable Jersey’s criteria. in you unless you believe in yourself, leash on their dog. I like doing that, School 25. The children in that area so I needed to start believing in my- arriving on the scene, assuring resi- don’t have anywhere to play. The bot- FJK: How do you garner community self, before anyone else could. I get dents that they’ll be safe, and that tom line is: we need to get a play- support? educated every day, every day I live, I we’re concerned about their well- ground in that area. I’m also working AS: Trust; when people call to answer, learn. being. Service is my purpose in life. on bringing the NJ Wall of Fame to and I pride myself on responding with Paterson; it pays tribute to very promi- results.
*Following this interview, the Paterson Great Falls National Historic Park was established on Monday, November 7, 2011. The city of Paterson signed the rights over to the National Park Service, (a branch of the U.S. Department of the Interior), making the Urban National Great Falls the 397th addition to the national park system. October 2011 Health Page 9
By Jerry mouth. Viruses are often spread after paper. Gutierrez a person touches something that is Stay home if you have a respira- contaminated with the virus and then tory infection when possible. As the flu sea- touches his or her eyes, nose or According to the Center for Dis- son continues mouth. ease Control (CDC) you can get here are a few the flu from other people who health pointers Avoid contact with people who are have the flu, sometimes before for you to keep sick. If your co-worker is ailing, steer they even know they have it. The yourself and clear of his or her sneezes and flu virus is primarily passed by others healthy. coughs. When possible, avoid shaking inhaling the virus when someone hands with someone who is ill with a sneezes or coughs. It can also be Wash your hands frequently during the respiratory infection. If you are caring picked up from objects a flu vic- flu season. You may use soap and for an ill family member, wash your tim has touched or used. water or an alcohol-based hand rinse hands frequently and minimize prox- (alcohol rinses are available at all imity to his or her face. For more information on keeping pharmacies and should contain at save this flu season visit least 60% alcohol). Remember to Cover your mouth with tissue paper www.cdc.gov or www.flu.gov. doctor or your health care provider wash your hands for 20 seconds. when coughing or sneezing and en- and please do not just go by what you courage others to do so. Wash your And as always if you have any ques- read, but rather get involved as it is Avoid touching your eyes, nose or hands after disposing of the tissue tions or concerns contact your private your health and your life. No Cost Training for Healthcare Jobs at PCCC
From http://hcti.pccc.edu/ over the next five years for skilled applicable, can obtain either a certifi- be given first priority. Although the workers. The College is partnering in cate or preparation for certification training is provided at no cost to the Passaic County Community Col- the initiative with St. Mary's Hospital in exams. Students who complete multi- students, some trainees may need to lege (PCCC) started the first in a series Passaic, St. Joseph's Medical Center ple modules may also earn up to 15 apply for financial aid for certain pro- of programs to train unemployed indi- in Paterson and Chilton Memorial Hos- credits to be applied toward a college grams. viduals and selected incumbent entry- pital in Pequannock, as well with other degree. PCCC is one of only 55 training level workers, at no cost to the healthcare and job-training organiza- Classes will be taught by PCCC programs across the country to re- trainee, for high-demand jobs in the tions in a dual effort to prepare for instructors and offered at either one of ceive the prestigious three-year grant, healthcare field. future job demand and to address the the College’s four campuses or at the This program is funded by a U.S. De- The Passaic County Multi-Skilled current unemployment rate in Passaic worksite of participating organizations. partment of Labor HGEI Grant through Healthcare Worker Training Initiative County, the highest in New Jersey. To qualify, individuals must be the American Recovery and Reinvest- (HCTI), funded by a $4.5 million grant HCTI will offer six job training unemployed or be employed in an en- ment Act (ARRA). from the U.S. Department of Labor, modules: Pharmacy Technician, Phle- try-level position with one of the part- PCCC provides Equal Opportunity will give qualifying applicants the op- botomy, Electronic Medical Records, ner organizations. A high school di- in Education and Employment and portunity to gain the skills they need Medical Coding, Supervisory/Front ploma or GED is required, applicants does not discriminate on the basis of for employment in the healthcare in- Line Management, and Customer Ser- must take the College’s placement race, color, national origin, gender, dustry, which is predicted to become vice Training. Individuals may train in test and criminal background check is sexual orientation, age, marital status the largest employer in the County more than one module and, where required. Passaic County residents will or disability.
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"The success of your presentation will be judged not by the knowledge you send but by what the listener receives." -Lilly Walters By Tasheenia Pough in taking over her role. Lorio said, “I in Z-113. The club participates in the the School of Speech. Also, he went to literally jumped at the chance.” Public Forum Debate League which University of Illinois College of Law. Have you ever been referred to “The goal was to provide the consists of Yeshiva University, Domini- The Public Speaking Society as ‘outspoken,’ ‘logical,’ or school with a debate team and oppor- can College, Barauch College, SUNY- president is Tatiana Cabrera; she is a ‘argumentative’? If so, the Public tunities to continue practicing public Rockland, SUNY-Albany, and Bergen second year student majoring in Eng- Speaking Society, formally known as speaking skills outside of the class- County Community College. Three de- lish. Last year, she served as the the Public Speaking and Debate Club, room,” said Lorio. The minimal re- bates are held each semester. club's treasurer. Ricky J. Rosa, Jr. is would be eager to have you on their quirements of the club are that stu- Furthermore, both Risher and the vice-president, and Ronique Wint team. dents must be an active student at Lorio are in the process of creating a 1 is the treasurer. In 2009, the club received a PCCC and maintain a 2.5 GPA. The credit course that will coincide with For more information on the Pub- ‘best new club’ award; however, it be- bulk of the club meetings are spent the Public Society which will be taught lic Speaking Society, feel free to con- gan three years ago. At that time, it training and teaching the students the by Lorio. tact Professor Brian C. Lorio at the was handled by Professor Caffie J. principles of argumentation and de- Alongside being an excellent ad- following: [email protected] Risher, Assistant Professor of English. bate said Lorio. junct professor for the English depart- Ultimately, a mastery of debate However, as Risher began to take on Three hours a week are spent ment, Lorio works as a general prac- will improve not only your skills in an additional responsibilities’ for PCCC towards training and practicing. The tice attorney in South Plainfield, New argument, but also hone your ability to and her department, she asked Pro- debate team meets Mondays from Jersey. He went to Northwestern Uni- reason in all walks of life. So, if you got fessor Brian C. Lorio, current advisor 7:00 P.M.-8:30 P.M. in Room E-103 versity, in which he graduated in the the argument, the Public Speaking of the club, if he would be interested and Wednesdays 7:00 P.M.-8:30 P.M. field of communication studies from Society has just the debate for you!
Students from Professor Redman-Waldeyer's “Student Learning Community” Critical Thinking class took time to discuss changes they would like to see in the Speaking Paterson Community to help create a safe and bright environment. Many of the students in the class are residents who are currently living in Paterson or have who are returning after “many years.” histories that go back nine or more years. (Continued from page 1) We have recent immigrants, na- tive Patersonians, those who speak ment major, he worked well with his languages other than English, and Paint the Town partner, Ronique Wint and was (2-1) those who desire to improve their pub- would compete with her again. He lic speaking skills. Other than the By: Shaikerra Christopher, Orlando Escamilla, DaJuan Fletcher, Miata Frierson, went on to say that he enjoyed the sports clubs, we are the one of the few Muhabbet Karagoz, Eva Korca, Janiece Krasulja, Iliana Maldonado, experience and is looking forward to competition oriented “teams.” We Candia Marshall, Darwin Pena, Christian Rodriguez, Mujde Sonmez, Pedro Rosas, the November debate. When asked represent the beauty that is Paterson La’Toya Williams why, his response was “my goal is not and Passaic county Community Col- to walk away without a trophy.” lege and defeat a lot of misconcep- 1. Cleanup the litter and use the garbage cans - recycle Similar feelings were shared by tions by our very presence. 2. The town is dark; paint the buildings with color Malakhi Broomfield, Humanities ma- By the looks of this semester’s 3. More landscaping – flowers jor, that was paired with Ricky Rosa opening, Professor Lorio sees this 4. More street lights and were 3-0. He has his eye not only team traveling to debates within the 5. “The Main” needs to be cleaned up on the 1st place overall trophy but on Tri-state region and competing on a 6. The Elementary & High Schools need more technology the best speaker trophy as well. There- scale our current members can only 7. Only those with licenses should carry guns fore he stated, “He will work on what’s imagine. 8. Transit systems, $1 Vans should be economical good until it gets better then work on November 23rd is the team’s 9. Build more shelters for the homeless – create programs that raise the aware- his better until it becomes his best”. next debate so tune in for the out- ness to help those in need Seasoned in debating Ronique come. 10. Create space for recreational activities such as basketball – more basketball Wint, a Human Service major, added Debate is more than just arguing courts! that debating has challenged her on with friends on who-who is the better 11. Clean up parks and create more parks critical thinking and current affairs. It Kardashian, the best basketball 12. Police-community relations need improvement has enhanced her self-confidence and player, or the best singer. It’s an aca- 13. But most importantly, people! People need to change… ability to gather her thoughts and or- demic exercise in which you learn ganization. She too is looking forward more about yourself through the use to November’s debate “dividing the of reason. If you desire an opportunity task among her teammates that will to enrich your time at PCCC, want to multiply the success for a triumphant improve your public speaking, there is outcome.” certainly a podium with your name on All three debaters concurred that it- and about fifteen willing faces to although a state of initial onset nerv- help you through it, says Professor ousness is present it soon is sur- Lorio. passed by the confidence gained in All members who competed in themselves and their partners. this debate credited their preparation The Public Speaking Society is a to their advisor, Prof. Brian Lorio, Esq., full-integrated part of the PCCC com- and extended a special thanks to their munity. It is the “Academic Face of team mates for their support, motiva- PCCC” states Professor Lorio. Our tion and encouragement before, dur- team is composed of students recently ing and after the debate. graduated from high school and those October 2011 Clubs and Organizations Page 11
By Delores Chandler professor Elaine Harrington, who was next President. He took OAA to an- fered tutoring and mentoring to PCCC the NJ NAACP President, was the other level. students and performed thousands of There is a new club that has OAA’s advisor. OAA attracted over From 1989 to 1991, OAA raised hours of community service. OAA’s been added to the students’ activities thirty members that fall semester. over ten thousand dollars. OAA added Legal Defense Committee defended roster here at Passaic County Commu- OAA hosted many activities such Community Awards to the Kwanzaa the rights of PCCC students and staff nity College. It is more like an organi- as parties, lectures, community ser- program and the annual “Knowledge against unfair PCCC policies and em- zation of strong individuals striving to vice projects, and Kwanzaa within one of Self” Scholarship, which consisted ployment discrimination, gave scholar- make a difference. It is called The semester. The Kwanzaa Celebration of five hundred dollars to a male and ships to high school students, and Organization of African Ancestry. They was the highlight of PCCC that semes- five hundred dollars to a female for lead the way for Black Awareness and host fund raising events, donate to ter. There was live music, ethnic foods local high school seniors. OAA’s African pride in the City of Paterson. worthy causes, do positive things for and community speakers. In the 1989 “Operation Life Raft” was a model Their lists of achievements are far the community, tutoring, and motivate spring semester, OAA lead the campus educational program at P.S. No. 4. longer than can be put into words. students to partake in community ser- in activities such as reestablishing the OAA tutors went into the school to Paterson’s late Mayor Frank X. Graves vice. Black History Flag Raising Ceremony. mentor their In School Suspension called OAA “the most powerful, posi- This club currently has the follow- OAA’s activities were included in the students. OAA re-established the City tive, and productive college student ing officers: Andre Akbar Mc Entyre City of Paterson’s Black History Activi- of Paterson’s African Heritage Parade organization in the state of New Jer- (President), Eurasia Perdoma (Vice ties. with OAA’s new president. Khemi Free- sey.” Former Governor Jim Florio President), Delores Chandler When a local black teenage male man was the parade’s marshal. Khemi called OAA, “a model of excellence (Secretary), Mark Holmes (Treasurer), was shot by Paterson’s police, OAA Freeman would also serve as PCCC’s among N.J.’s colleges.” and the man who is responsible for lead the protest rally and marched SGA President and Student Represen- As you can see, OAA has an im- bringing OAA back to existence at through the streets with members of tative on PCCC’s Board of Trustees. pressive background. They have done PCCC, Mr. Khemi Freeman. the community, as well as myself as a Each year from 1990 to 1992, many things for the community and OAA is not completely new at teenager, demanding justice. OAA pro- OAA established an annual student those within the community. This is PCCC. This club goes as far back as duced a play that went on the road to leadership planning conference in not just a club; it is an organization the 1980s when it was called The other colleges. OAA sponsored political Wildwood, New Jersey. Having raised that is destined for greatness. I am Black Student Club. An EOF student by panels and music showcases in the almost twenty thousand dollars in four happy to be a part of such a move- the name of Alan B. Warren motioned PCCC Theater. That academic year, years, the trip was completely paid for ment. If you or anyone you know are for the club to be renamed as The Or- OAA raised over four thousand dollars. by OAA fund raising programs. During interested in participating in this club ganization of African Ancestry (OAA) in The bulk of it was donated to commu- these four years (1989-1992), OAA and all that it has to offer, contact the the fall of 1988. The club’s first presi- nity projects and schools. That May of was the most outstanding club in Office of Student Activities. dent was Brian Reeves. The legendary 1989 OAA elected Kevin Finley as its PCCC’s student club history. OAA of- New AutoCAD Contest Gets Started at PCCC By Ernesto Veras every student must take a tutorial in their 7pm) under the supervision of that will carefully analyze every draw- order to participate, for the other two the club officer (Raul Figueroa). ing. The judges are Prof. Wang, Prof. The Engineering Computer Infor- levels the tutorial is not necessary but 3. No team work, no cameras are Leo, Prof. Dada, and the president of mation Sciences Club (ECISC) officially their drawing progress will be studied allowed, no cell phones, no e-mailing the club Raul Figueroa. started the new AutoCAD contest this in order to confirm that they are in the files outside of lab. The design stays “The new AutoCAD contest is just last Monday, October 17, 2011 at right level. on the lab with the club officer a demo that the ECISC is testing in PCCC, and it will run until Wednesday, As any competition the AutoCAD 4. Contestant must sign-out and order to know if this could be a normal November 23, 2011. The officers of Contest also has rules. The rules of sign-in in order to keep track of the activity of the club,” Figueroa said. If the club together with its members the contest are: amount of time they have spent work- the contest passes the test, it will be have been planning this AutoCAD com- 1. About the designs, the begin- ing on the design. established as an annual competition petition since the beginning of the ners will have to choose 2 out 5 draw- 5. If any rules are broken, the and it will be modified in order to bring semester, and they have work hard in ings that will be given, for the interme- participant will be disqualified immedi- it to a perfect level. Some good order to have it ready for this date. diate level is only one set drawing, and ately. changes will be made, for example, The AutoCAD contest is open to for the 3D level, they can select the The contest’s reward for the win- the rewards will be bigger, and there the public; any student of PCCC can drawing but it has to be any bridge ners has been assigned according to could be more rules or restrictions. submit, they just have to follow and drawing; if they don’t have one, a the levels. The hardest level will have As a student and president of the complete some requirements in order bridge drawing will be provided by the biggest reward. The beginner’s level club, Figueroa encourages others stu- to do so. The contest has been divided judges. has a reward of $30, the intermediate dent to get involved with this new ac- in three different levels because of the 2. Every level has a specific time has a reward of $50, and the 3D level tivity because it will increase their fact that not everybody has the same limitation to finish the drawing ; begin- has a reward of $70. If there are not knowledge and skills in the AutoCAD skills, and experience in AutoCAD. The ners 10 hours, intermediate, and 3D enough competitors for 3D, the Begin- contest and at the same time they will three levels are, the beginners, inter- levels 15hours (combined) and they ner and Intermediate prizes will have have fun which is the most important mediate, and 3D level. The require- must work on their designs in the en- an additional $20 added to the origi- part of this project. ments to join the competition are the gineering lab during open lab hours nal prize amount. following: for the beginner’s level, (Monday thru Thursday from 2pm to This competition has four judges Page 12 Art October 2011
By Eric Godfrey asked her to explain some her work tion that was used The Caribbean Whispers pre- and where she got her inspiration to register slaves sented by the Passaic County Cultural from. She told me “I love colors on in part of the & Heritage Council at Passaic County black but I originally started on with a work. Another par- Community College & LaRushe Art white background.” She also said “for ticularly touching celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by me it is all about movement and col- piece “Puerta del presenting the art work of Jose Acosta, ors. I love detail also.” After viewing Sol” (Door to Sun) Willie Baez, Rosario D'Rivera and Isa- each of her works I was able to get a is a homage to his bell Villacis from October 1 to Novem- moment with Isabell Villacis. parents. ber 10, 2011. Isabell Villacis is a young and Jose Acosta The opening reception was given successful artist who is confined to a was the last artist on October 5, 2011 at 1 p.m. here at wheel chair, but that does not limit I was able to inter- the main campus. All of the artists her. In speaking with her she told me view, which was a were present to discuss their work and that she does not just paint, but she feat in itself with to answer questions. In addition, the also does writings, sculptures, photog- the crowds of peo- musical group “Carlos Pastrana and raphy, sketches, graphic designs and ple surrounding Friends” performed a type of informal numerous other forms of art. I asked and conversing music called “La Plena Dulce”. This her what her inspiration is and she with these won- music is performed by inviting every- made this very touching comment: “To derful artists. Yet body to join in and play an instrument. be an example to people like me.” She still he was able to This created a very festive scene with also had a message to those in her take the time to the artists and patron's alike dancing same condition: “Go ahead and do show me his very and having a very enjoyable time. what you want. Fulfill your dreams.” colorful work. Jose It was an exciting and fun event, Isabell has 10 pieces on display and first told me how Artist Isabell Villacis with each artist taking the time to told me that it took her “7 months to he created the speak to anybody who asked them make Golden Tears.'” metal frames which display his art all to view on campus till November. questions. I took the time to make Willie Baez spoke with me about work. When asked what his inspiration They are all here for us to enjoy and I conversation with all the artists as his art work. He spoke of how he used was he said “I use New Orleans and highly recommend you to take the time they became available and they were Frida Kahlo, an artist who died in the Spanish themes in my work. I start to stop and look at each work. It is my excited to explain where their inspira- 1950's in some of his work, as well as with a little drawing, then I paint it and pleasure to extend special thanks to tion came from and to talk about each Puerto Rico and its history of Spanish, then I give it a title.” He also said “I the Passaic County Cultural & Heritage and every one of their art pieces. African and American Indian heritage. just do something that may fail or Council and LaRuche Art for letting the Rosario D'Rivera was one of the A particularly interesting art piece is work.” students enjoy the work of these excep- first I was able to get a moment with. I about slavery and it uses an applica- The art work was on display for tional artists. th
By Juan Cordero Jr. nating to listen to and appreciate. on the upcoming events that will take Poets Series, visit the poetry center Being an event that was associ- place. For a list of upcoming readings website at www.pccc.edu/home/ It was a splendid afternoon on ated with PCCC, it was quite nice to that are a part of the Distinguished cultural-affairs/poetry-center. Saturday, November 5th, 2011 as see familiar faces Passaic County Community College's among the readers that Poetry Center hosted a free to attend presented their work. poetry reading at the historic Hamilton Dr. Christine Redman- Club. It was part of an ongoing pro- Waldeyer, Professors gram of scheduled poetry readings Richard Marranca, that feature some of the most talented Elizabeth Nesius, and poets from New Jersey, New York and Mark Hillringhouse all Pennsylvania, among other places. It read their own works at was also a special occasion to cele- the event. Although brate the 39th publication of the they are closely associ- Paterson Literary Review. ated to the English According to a note made by field, it was nice to see Maria Gillan in the 35th edition of the them simply performing PLR, the PLR is a Literary Review that something they put was established in 1979 that features their heart into instead work by well known writers as well as of simply doing their writers whose work is so well done usual job during the that they should be better known. It college hours. has been recognized as one of the ten There were tables best literary magazines in the country, lined up outside of the and has received awards such as Na- room covered with re- tional Public Radio’s the Poet and the freshments for every- Poem Special Recognition Award for one to indulge them- Excellence in Print. selves with as they The vibe that was given off from communicated with the 2nd floor room in the Hamilton one another. Cookies Club was one of friendship, family and and some other pas- bonds, and that shown as everyone tries made a perfect settled down after meeting and greet- pick up and go snack ing with one another. Maria Gillan during the event. There opened up with a few words, and eve- were also small bottles ryone laughed when she apologized of water that could be for not being able to read many peo- quickly scooped up ple’s handwritings on the sheet where before sitting down in a they signed in. She then called up a seat to continue the AT PASSAIC COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ART GALLERIES poet to read their work for everyone in readings. the room, and this process went on for If you're interested November 14 – January 12 the rest of the event. Many of the po- in poetry in any way, Broadway & LRC Galleries ems that were read dealt with such you are doing yourself a Broadway at Memorial Drive – Paterson, NJ themes as past memories, family, and disservice to miss out Mon- Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturdays 9:00 am – 5:00 pm other personal issues, all being fasci-