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ABOVE: Student Peter Bauer’s fingers get a little sticky as he builds a gingerbread house for the clubs fair Nov. 27.

LEFT: Leafless trees grace the entrance to Clackamas Community College.

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Scholarship season begins Money deadlines approach for students, Clackamas gears up to offer help in many forms Matthew Garrison The Clackamas Print

Clackamas and the Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC) offer solutions to students in need of financial aid.

“OSAC is one application for 400 different scholarships,” said OSAC Willamette Region Supervisor Steve Coxon. “Their main goal is to help pay for post-high-school education.”

Deadlines and Tips for 08-09 FAFSA and scholarship applications may be turned in Jan. 1 and are due by March 1.

See the Counseling Center for help completing yours.

For faster results, file your FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov.

“It’s a scholarship program, so everyone can apply. It’s for Oregon residents, and it’s for any post-high-school education,” he added.

The deadline is March 1, 2008.

Students should apply for OSAC “because it helps make college affordable,” Coxon said.

In a breakout session, Clackamas Scholarship Coordinator Darcie Iven discussed scholarships that are offered through Clackamas.

The college has $500,000 in scholarships a year, and ones for engineers are still available.

Students can submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) starting Jan. 1, 2008 for the next school year.

In addition, there are three scholarships offered to individuals transferring to a four-year university.

Student loans are another option.

Thedford Collins, vice president of the Educational Credit Management Corporation, said, “ECMC is a student loan guarantor. When students take out loans, we work with the lenders to assure them that the loans will be paid; that is one part of what we do.

“The other thing we do is to provide financial aid information to students and parents, so they know what financial aid is available to help the students pay for college.”

“The student borrows money for school, and that money has to be repaid,” he added. “Part of what we do is work with that student to be sure they understand they’re responsible. We help them plan how they repay their loan, and we encourage them to pay their loans on time.”

PT contract still in debate Matt Olson

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Darcie Iven, scholarship coordinator, explains aid opportunities to students at College Night Oregon.

It’s nearing the end of Fall Term, and the part-time faculty contract is still unfinished.

State-run mediation took place Nov. 1 and 2, concluding with only six of 11 issues resolved. A follow-up session is scheduled for Dec. 6.

Bargaining teams representing the school administration and parttime faculty exchanged versions of the contract, negotiating language and changes.

Issues resolved include the Part-Time Faculty Association President’s salary, the accepted full-time to part-time faculty pay ratio, paid professional improvement, compensation for canceled courses, biannual parttime faculty pay raise evaluation and tuition waivers for part-time faculty and immediate family.

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Board member joins Metro council Kyle Steele The Clackamas Print

Election Day was appropriate for Clackamas vice-chair Carlotta Collette since it was the day she was appointed to a vacancy in the Metro council.

Collette beat out 11 other residents in District 2 for the job. The position will require that she balance time between her roles on the Clackamas board and Metro.

“Metro is the Portland Metropolitan area’s regional government, designed to address issues that are larger than any particular city or county,” Collette said.

Functions covered by Metro are overseeing regional landuse planning, transportation planning and educating the community about the importance of sustainability. The committee’s decisions affect about 1.4 million people in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties.

This isn’t the first time that Collette has worked alongside Metro; last year she cochaired the Clackamas County Coordinating Committee, a group that lobbies for the interests of the county.

The coordinating committee and the counties involved project lists of goals for the local community, which are then passed on to Metro. The Metro board uses these lists to make more realistic objectives for the entire area.

“There is no conflict between the two roles,” Collette said about Metro and her place on the Clackamas board.

Collette’s work with the college started in 2005 when she was appointed. Then, in 2006, she was elected into the position. In that time, she has become vice-chair.

Through Metro, Collette is hoping to bring a greater emphasis to sustainability in the region.

“I have been an environmentalist my whole life,” she said. “I am rededicating myself to reducing our carbon footprint as a region.”

Sustainability is one of Collette’s main concerns. She works with both the college and Metro to train workers in the sustainability field.

Her appointment on the Metro council will run until Jan. 9, 2009, but she will be eligible for the May 2008 election. If she wins, her term will be extended until January 2011.

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spray those stalkers!

Emily Walters The Clackamas Print

College can be a great place, but then again, there is no knowing what could be lurking around the corner.

It is advisable for every student to take certain measures in order to be protected from all kinds of crime while on campus.

Stalking is one of the major problems at universities, and even community colleges such as Clackamas, that troubles students on a regular basis.

The numbers are alarming – 13 percent of college women have been “stalked during one six-to-nine-month period,” according to a study of on-campus stalking supported by grants from the Office on Violence Against Women, Office of Justice Programs and the U.S. Department of Justice.

Also, 15 percent of the stalking victims “reported the stalkers threatened or attempted physical harm” to them, while 10 percent said that “the stalker forced or attempted sexual abuse.”

In many of these cases, the stalkers were fellow students.

Men, too, should be wary, because although cases involving males being stalked are less common, it does happen.

On a national level, according to an online Stalking Resource Center, at ncvc.org/src, “one in 12 women and one in 45 men will be stalked in their lifetime.”

So what can people do to keep themselves protected from this type of harm?

“The safest thing to do is use a buddy system; walk in groups,” said Matt Okerman, a campus security officer at Clackamas.

Females are especially encouraged to carry “weapons” in their purse for easy access if needed.

Learning how to use a firearm is probably unnecessary. Alternative methods are usually quite close to being as painful as a bullet, without being potentially fatal.

Pepper spray, for instance, is great because it allows a woman to temporarily disable an attacker from a short distance away before he or she is able to make physical contact.

Mace even has a new pepper gun that is policestrength. However, pepper spray can be harmful to the user as well, Okerman said, so use it with caution.

Another defense weapon is a Taser, although it is much more expensive, usually running at a few hundred dollars or more. Tasers should be saved for the most extreme cases, such as when a stalker is attempting physical harm to his or her victim very frequently, such as once a week or more.

Items for self-defense like these can be found online on Web sites like a1selfdefenseproducts. com.

But what about a way to get help from others when being stalked, whether they are fellow students, faculty members or security officers?

One option is to buy an electronic pocket whistle. Just one push of a button and it will emit a loud whistle for however long it is held down. These are particularly useful when in a remote area, where there may not be many people around.

In addition, when in campus parking lots, be extra cautious, especially at night.

“Pay attention to your surroundings,” Campus Security Officer Ed Markell said. “Do not be talking on your phone … or listening to headphones.”

Okerman said, “Keep your hands free. Stay in lit areas.”

In order to prevent anything from happening because of a stalker, report any suspicious behavior.

“Call the police. Report it,” Okerman said. If the situation is serious, “you can have a restraining order filed.”

If an individual feels that someone is a threat, he or she should call 911, he added.

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Campus Safety Officer Peter Kandratieff patrols the school.

PT CONTRACTS: Undergoing negotiation Continued from CONTRACT, Page 1

“I was disappointed that we didn’t complete things on Nov. 1 and 2,” said Part-time Faculty Association President Rosemary Teetor.

Teetor, along with the part-time and administrative bargaining teams, spent the two days working on certain issues while leaving others unresolved.

“The big things are still the salary stuff and health insurance,” said Counselor Tim Pantages, a member of the part-time bargaining team.

The remaining issues are the most

heavily debated and discussed by both sides.

Part-time faculty wish to close the salary gap between themselves and fulltime faculty in the new contract.

“I think that’s what they’re focused on: Where are they compared to full-time faculty?” said Baldwin van der Bijl, vice president of instructional services.

The administration must balance this request with the realities of a budget.

“The budget pie is shrinking,” said Vice President of College Services

Courtney Wilton, in reference to decreasing full-time enrollment at the college.

Teetor asserts that the contract negotiations affect this trend.

“There’s a direct link between longevity of instructors and retention of students,” she said.

Whatever may be the case, negotiations will continue until the issues are resolved. The plight of part-time faculty and the budget realities of the administration will continue to clash until common ground is found.

The Giving Tree * The Giving Tree is a service provided for the students by the students. * You must be a registered student here at Clackamas Community College. * The requested gifts must be for your children. * It is sponsored by the Associated Student Government (ASG).

Applications for children to receive gifts are available now in the ASG office. They need to be turned in by Thursday, Nov. 8. The gifts will be available for pick-up between Dec. 3 and 7.

To donate a gift for a child, please pick an ornament from the Giving Tree and bring it in to the ASG office to learn the needs of that child.

The gifts should be brought to the office unwrapped by Nov. 30, and will be distributed to the families between Dec. 3 and 7.

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Signs heralding the holiday season Emily Walters Arts & Culture Editor

The holidays are approaching; decorations spring up and music blasts out the news of their coming The season of ridiculously crowded malls, flamboyant decorations and cheesy music – oh, that is the holiday season.

It seems like the holidays keep “starting” sooner every year.

As soon as, or sometimes even before, Halloween is over, signs herald the coming of

the season.

What is it about the holiday times that make everyone want them to be so long?

Is it the connection that it has to thoughts of happiness and goodwill toward all men?

Who knows, maybe some kids are actually not afraid of a fat man in a red suit coming down their chimney at night to bring them presents.

Whatever the reason may be for the holiday season becoming longer, the signs that it is approaching appear to be multiplying as well.

Winter time has its normal signs popping up everywhere, such as coats, jackets, hats and sweaters

being broken out of the back of the closet, or the inevitable coming of almost endless rain in Oregon.

But then there are those who specifically proclaim just how quickly the holidays are approaching.

“The mall – how crowded it gets … shopping and maxing out your credit cards” are the first signs that the holidays have begun, said student Kim Miller.

And then there is television – December is the official month when all movies having

All photos by Andrea Simpson Clackamas Print

LEFT: Several penguin cookies wear frosting scarves and happy expressions.

ABOVE: Trees are covered with holiday decorations inside the Clackamas Town Center.

RIGHT: The Starbucks Coffee cup, covered in snowflakes, with a holiday sleeve encircling it for good measure.

Mythological story comes to theaters legend throughout the film, putting his own spin on the truth.

The Clackamas Print No one but he knows what actually happened, so those who would later write of the tale would relay his version of the Famous Anglo-Saxon story. poem is now an enterIn the poem Beowulf is portrayed as a great hero who taining motion picture bravely confronts and slays the monsters without any regard Ancient Anglo-Saxon for his own well-being. In the mythology hits the big screen movie, although still a brave with the legend of “Beowulf.” hero, he is very arrogant and “Beowulf” is an Anglosomewhat narcissistic. He Saxon epic poem written makes mistakes, lies, and in between the eighth and elevthe end, it only harms him and enth centuries. It tells the story those he cares about. of a warrior named Beowulf Devout Christians may be who battles three antagonists: turned off by the heavy pagana monster named Grendal that istic imagery and seemingly attacks the Danish king’s Mead anti-Christian tone of the film.

Hall, Grendal’s mother and a In one scene, the dragon burns dragon. a church.

The movie is a fully comKeep in mind that the story puter-animated fantasy that of “Beowulf” was told by attempts to explain some of the Pagans long before the time of mystery behind the mon Christ, and it wasn’t officially written until the clergy, who were the only literate men of their time, actually put it on paper.

The movie is for fans of the fantasy genre, the “Beowulf” poem and heroic pictures.

D e v o u t Christians and scholars of Anglo-Saxon mythology should keep an open mind when seeing this film – it’s Matthew Garrison Clackamas Print “Beowulf” is playing nationwide in theaters, including Regal Cinema off just a movie.

Molalla Avenue in Oregon City, just a couple of miles from the college.

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sters. Why does Grendal attack Mead Hall? What is Grendal’s mother? Why was the dragon in Grendal’s cave?

J.R.R. Tolkien’s main inspiration to write “Lord of the Rings” was the story of “Beowulf,” and it shows in this film. The Danish town surrounding the hall is a close representation of Edoras, the town of King Théoden of Rohan. Mead Hall looks like the Golden Hall of Edoras, and the monster Grendal immediately reminds the viewer of Gollum from “Lord of the Rings.”

As a movie, “Beowulf” is very entertaining. The voice acting by Anthony Hopkins and Angelina Jolie is well-done.

Anyone who has read the poem will notice that Hollywood took some creative liberties in attempting to clarify parts of the plot that were left up to the reader’s imagination in the initial story.

Beowulf tells the original

anything to do with winter, and especially Christmas, get played. “Jingle All The Way,” the original “Home Alone,” “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Santa Claus” are just a few of those that seem to be on the tube every single year. “‘The Santa Claus’ movies with Tim Allen; those are so funny,” Miller said.

That is not even counting the children’s movies that are shown every single year without fail – “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” anyone? “‘Frosty the Snowman’ – I see it all the time,” Eric Wenlund said.

Nate Courtney knows that the holidays are here when he starts “hearing all the (Christmas) songs on the radio.”

Usually, right around the end of Thanksgiving is when radio stations go into a holiday-song frenzy which lasts until the end of December. The most ridiculous song played might possibly be “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas.” Really, is there anybody who actually thinks that is going to happen in this part of Oregon?

Even Starbucks starts using holiday cups for their hot drinks around the beginning of November.

Where will it all end?

Only time will tell.

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ESL classes help struggling students With a 17 percent increase in ESL students on campus, the students are having to overcome new problems Valerie Shea Contributing Writer

They have gathered at Clackamas from all over the world, seeking a new language, the understanding of a new culture and an education that will allow them to find meaningful employment.

They are college students enrolled in ESL (English as a Second Language).

Are they treated with acceptance and respect or just the opposite?

According to ESL Department Co-chair Molly Williams, ESL enrollment at Clackamas is up more than 17 percent this term, and no one really knows why.

This is unusual because prior to this year, enrollment in the program was fairly stable.

Whatever the reason, the campus population is very diverse.

Williams calculated that the ESL Department currently serves 145 immigrants and 15 international students.

An immigrant is defined as someone who has permanently moved here from another country. An international student is one who has entered the United States with a foreign passport and stays on a temporary basis.

In Cultural Communications, a course Williams co-teaches, students learn that cultural diversity can bring richness to the campus and be a wonderful learning experience for all.

However, it can also bring divisiveness and fear of acceptance, caused by stereotyping and prejudice.

To fully understand how the college community accepts these differences, it is essential to learn from those who are most affected.

One of the newest international students on campus is Neuza Delgado, 19.

Delgado arrived in Oregon just seven weeks ago from Portugal. She is living with her mother’s cousin in Milwaukie.

At the college Delgado is enrolled in English Conversation, English Grammar, English Reading and Writing and Clackamas Experience. Like

many international students, she three guys were laughing at his more inclusive of our multi-cul- noted that some people don’t does not yet have a driver’s Korean accent and whispering tural population. feel comfortable talking with license, so she relies on the something about ESL,” he said.

Cardenas would like to see individuals who speak other lanbus for transportation, which Williams discussed the dif- more diversity in school selec- guages. takes 60 to 90 minutes each way ficulties that our ESL students tions of campus events, enterHe suggested that Americans between home and school. face, and she confirmed an event tainment, guest speakers and “make an effort to explain our She is enjoying the experi- that transpired last spring. media. culture and help with our lanence of living in Oregon and has Two female students were in a One of the college’s student guage.” found the college’s staff and stu- courtyard conversing in Spanish ambassadors is Useni Makano, “Don’t let it stop you from dents to be friendly. She looks when a male student interrupted 21. talking to them … embrace peoforward to training as a dental them by exclaiming, “This is Makano immigrated to ple by understanding,” he said. assistant.

America. We speak Oregon eight years Michael Guo, English!” The young ago.

Originally 21, an internationwomen were upset from the Congo, al student from and filed harassment he has witnessed “People China, is enrolled charges against the the kindnesses and should in his fourth term offending male. the cruelties that at Clackamas. He Williams, who accompany being realize how has family in the has been teaching culturally different. hard it is area and lives ESL at Clackamas A constructo learn a with his grandfor the last 28 years, tive attitude helps mother. acknowledged that Makano overcome new lanIn addition to this was an unusual negative influences. guage.” attending classes, occurrence.

“I think positive Guo works in the “People should all the time,” he media check-out realize how hard said. “Their madcenter in the Dye it is to learn a new ness should not Molly Williams Learning Center. language,” she said. affect my happiESL Department Guo says the “Be patient.” ness.”

Co-chair best thing about She suggested With a dream the college is that that individuals who of working at the he has been able speak English help United Nations, perto improve his English. these students learn the lan- haps as an ambassa“The ESL teachers are very guage by “using different words dor representing the nice,” he said. and pictures” rather than simply country of his birth, Studying at Clackamas is not talking louder.

Makano has chosen always easy for Guo. Two obstaMiguel Cardenas, an adviser to major in internacles he faces are adjusting to in the Community Center, con- tional studies. the local culture and learning to firmed that many students are Makano wants communicate in proper English. victims of stereotyping. He sug- to build bridges The ESL workstation in the Dye “Some cultures are different, gested that the campus commu- between nations and Learning Center. and I feel uncomfortable,” he nity would benefit from being between people. He said. “It is difficult to write.”

Guo says he is generally quiet in class, but when he does speak to ask a question, students hear his Chinese accent and turn their heads to look at him.

“It makes me nervous,” he said.

A more seasoned international student is Junta Chinen, 23, who arrived 15 months ago from Okinawa, Japan. He is hoping to complete the nursing program Chinen is no longer taking ESL courses, and he speaks English very articulately. He credits the ESL Department for his progress, and said that when he first arrived, he did not know enough English to say “I am a student.”

Chinen enjoys the campus and meeting students from all over the world. But unfortunately, negative incidences do occur.

His smile faded as he told of an experience in the Photos by Alexandria Vallelunga Clackamas Print Community Center.

ESL Department Co-chair Molly Williams talks with student Michael Guo, who works in “Just yesterday, I was talking the Dye Learning Center. ESL enrollment, while usually stable, has seen an increase to a Korean friend of mine, and of 17 percent.

Events OPEN: The Alexander Gallery’s exhibit titled “Confluence,” which features works by Tim Lundholm, Mike Suri and Tom Yody, opens on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. “Confluence” will be open until Jan. 18 next year.

TODAY – 11/29: There will be one-act plays, improvisation and stand-up comedy in the McLoughlin Theatre at noon, and also at 7 p.m. on Nov. 29, free to all.

12/2-12/8: Finals week; see the Fall Term schedule of classes for the finals schedule.

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High-Definition Radio gives listeners a chance to hear local musicians C h r i s Yo u n g Contributing Writer

The band is ready. Selfproduced demo CDs have been made, and the house show they played the previous weekend is generating a fair amount of buzz.

“It’s up to the artist to come to us.”

spotlight the best and brightest the region has to offer.

With its official launch dating back only a couple of months, Cooley vouches that audiences everywhere have taken a liking to the new programming.

“It’s super rad! Great responses so far!” she said.

While self-made “stars” are possible with the advent of YouTube and MySpace, a certain level of recognition and acceptance is assumed when landing a spot on “Independent Radio.” All applicants must be approved and selected by Cooley as having met quality standards and fitting the alternative music audience for which the station is intended.

Alex Laskowski, manager of popular music retailer Music Millennium, agrees

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that it is important for a city to embrace its local music scene. Music Millennium has built a reputation for being Portland’s leading seller of

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independent music and, unlike most retail stores, has a section year-long containing solely local artists.

“It’s up to the artist to come

Alex Laskowski Music Millennium Manager

Now what?

For many local musicians in Portland, the latest form of exposure is radio broadcasting corporation Entercom’s new HD Radio station “94/7too Independent Radio.”

The station, run by 94.7 KNRK Assistant Program Director and DJ Jaime Cooley, is showcasing not only Portland artists, but musicians throughout the entire Northwest.

Portland and Seattle are known as havens for undiscovered and upcoming talents. This station aims to

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to us,” Laskowski said, “but we will always buy a couple copies, and if it does (sell), well, we will buy more.”

The appeal of “Independent Radio” and other HD broadcasting is in the listener getting a greater sense of control in choosing what to listen to.

This particular station also serves as an eye-opener for independent record labels to scout blossoming talent.

“Independent Radio” operates only through High Definition radio receivers, which allow radio stations to provide a wider variety of programming to listeners.

Advertised as having CD-quality sound and perfect reception in any location, many HD Radio receivers can be purchased for around $100.

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Which Christmas movie character are you?

What is the best gift to receive this year? a. It’s better to give than to receive. b. An iPod c. The gift of love d. We shouldn’t give gifts for a pagan holiday gone awry. e. What’s the point of presents? They don’t love you back …

One word to describe the holiday season is … a. Dismal b. Jolly c. Expensive d. Futile e. Magical

(6 - 10) Charlie Brown – You are the kind of person who becomes manicdepressive during the holiday season. On an existential search for the true meaning of Christmas, you become distracted and then depressed by the commercialism that bombards our culture.

(11 - 15) Kris Kringle – You try to solve problems by giving toys to people.

You represent the commercial side of Christmas. You are the parent who gives in to the screaming child, the friend who buys his or her way into another year of friendship with an iPod. Shame on you! Although many may see you as a “hero” when you arrive to distribute your presents, deep down they are shallow, meaningless gifts given in the hopes of getting people to like you so you won’t cry at night. And no one wants socks and oranges, you bastard!

What is your favorite color? a. Black b. Green c. Silver d. Brown e. Gray What is your must-have fashion item this winter? a. Lederhosen b. Anything silver c. A nice suit d. Red jacket e. Hunting hat Photo illustration by Andrea Simpson Clackamas Print

Favorite Christmas song? a. “Walking in a Winter Wonderland” b. “Christmas Time is Here” c. “Christmas Sucks” d. “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” e. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” KEY 1.) a 4, 2.) a 2, 3.) a 5, 4.) a 1, 5.) a 4,

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(0 - 5) Burgermeister Meisterburger – You are the ultimate Christmas villain. You genuinely hate Christmas. No one can explain why; you just do. The sheer joy and spirit of the holiday season grate like fingernails on the chalkboard of your soul. What happened to make you so bitter?

(16 - 20) Winter Warlock – You give all the appearances of being hostile toward the holiday season, but deep down, you are a big softie for the true meaning of Christmas. Your heart melts from a chunk of ice to that of a caring individual when you see kindness during the holiday season. You have the interests of your friends at heart and use everything in your power to make them happy this season.

(21 - 25) Jack Skellington – You see Christmas as an adventure! Everything is new and bright, and you are eager to experience it all first-hand … even if that means interjecting yourself into someone’s celebration. Maybe take a step back and appreciate the season in a less hands-on approach.

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Winter holidays increase traffic; precautions need to be taken Ben Caldwell The Clackamas Print

Be prepared for bad weather when taking long trips in winter It is approaching the time of year when it is important to be well-prepared for what might come along during that winter trip over the pass.

It is essential to have a few rudimentary items with you while driving. Having extra water is always a good idea, as well as nonperishables like saltines and peanut butter.

Carrying extra clothing is also a plus. Keep a heavy coat in the trunk even if the weather seems nice. Space blankets are always welcome in a snowdrift, and they fit in the glove box. First-aid kits are godsends for drivers who have been in an accident, and they fit right next to the space blanket in the glove box.

Remember to have extra cell phone batteries on hand, and only try to call for help once or twice. This conserves battery life, allowing additional attempts later.

When traveling during the winter, it is always a good idea to check the spare, and make sure to know how to operate the jack.

A set of tire chains might be required to traverse some local mountain passes. Be sure to know how to properly use them so that they do not end up tearing up the underside of the vehicle and possibly the fenders.

Drivers should ensure that their vehicles are safe for winter travel. Make sure to check the coolant level, or the water in the engine will freeze, cracking the block.

Tires are also an important issue. Studded, all-terrain, Triple

Tread, all-weather radial? All have merit, but the overall best would be the standard all-weather radial. Simply pair that with a set of chains.

Having the oil changed before the trip starts is always for the best. Drivers can’t really go

wrong in having a good amount of viscosity to help protect their vehicle’s internal moving parts from excessive temperatures.

It is generally a good idea to have the entire vehicle tuned up before deciding to travel anywhere at any time during the

year, but this is especially true during the winter.

Students can also bring their vehicles to the college’s automotive department to be serviced at any point before finals week.

Just be sure to make an appointment beforehand.

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Car headlights shine at night on Highway 213, just one of the many roads where traffic is becoming ever more hectic because of the approaching holiday season.

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‘Tis the season ...

... for a holiday celebrity ...

Poll compiled by Mistymarie Wilks-Salguero Illustrated by Mistymarie Wilks-Salguero, Megan Koler, Andrea Simpson

... Snow Brawl!

Who will stand above the rest?

Jack Skellington

Lose

Zero K.O.

Mrs. Claus

Win

Lose

VS.

VS.

VS.

VS.

VS.

Jack Frost

Salvation Army Santa

Win

Lose

Mall Santa

Rudolph

Sally

K.O.

Lose

Win Ebenezer Scrooge

Lose

Win

Lose

VS.

VS.

The Grinch

Bad Santa

Lose

Win

Win

Mrs. Claus

VS.

VS.

K.O.

Win Jack Skellington

Buddy The Elf

K.O.

Lose

Win

The Abominable Snowman

Bad Santa

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Ebenezer Scrooge

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Civil War Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007

On Dec. 1, the Oregon State Beavers and University of Oregon Ducks will compete in the Civil War game at Autzen Stadium

Injuries will plague Oregon against Beavers Andrea Simpson Sports Editor

After the Ducks lost quarterback Dennis Dixon to a torn ligament injury, Duck fans everywhere sobbed into tissues as they watched the team’s season go down the drain.

The Ducks lost the chance at the National Championship, Dixon lost Heisman consideration, and when – I mean, if – they lose to the Oregon State Beavers, they won’t be playing in a decent bowl game, either.

I have to reach for a scrap of humanity and feel bad for the Ducks because the loss of Dixon was a massive shortfall. Dixon was not just a phenomenal quarterback, but he always gave the threat of running it if he saw an opening.

The combination of Dixon as quarterback and Jonathan Stewart as running back was a vital component of the Ducks’ offense. Brady Leaf is simply not the same kind of player.

I would have said that the Ducks were merely in shock over Dixon’s departure when they lost to Arizona, but last Saturday they also lost to non-ranked UCLA. This was their last game before the Civil War, and

unless something changes in practice, the Beavers should feel secure in their win.

The main thing that the Beavers have going for them is their strong defense. They went into the game against Washington State with the best run defense in the nation.

According to the Oregon State athletics Web site, the defense averages 62.1 yards per game.

The only hesitation that I would have about the Beavers performing is the fact that running back Yvenson Bernard sat out the second half of the game against Wazzou with a minor knee injury. He had been struggling with injuries but still carried the ball 17 times for a total of 74 yards in the first half.

If Bernard can overcome the minor setback, he will be a key player in the Beavers’ offense.

The Beavers haven’t had an exceptional season by anyone’s standards, but with the Ducks drowning in their tears, I think they should be able to pull off a victory. I don’t want to make any predictions on the final score of the game, but I would think the Beavers should beat the Ducks by at least 10 points.

Ducks will overcome adversity and triumph Zak Laster

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The Oregon Ducks started this season with one goal in mind: to get to the Rose Bowl, if not the National Championship game.

Without the devastating injury to Dennis Dixon Nov. 15, that may have been an achievable goal. Now with the loss to UCLA, not only is the National Championship out of reach, but so is the Rose Bowl.

On Dec. 1, when the Oregon State Beavers come to Eugene, a trip to the Holiday Bowl in San Diego will be on the line. While the Holiday Bowl would be a great accomplishment for the Ducks, it is far less than what they had in mind after defeating USC and Arizona State in consecutive weeks.

In the game against the Beavers, the Ducks will be without at least seven players at key positions. Unavailable to play are three quarterbacks, a running back, two wide receivers and a linebacker. The status of two other offensive starters will be determined later this week.

Quarterback Dennis Dixon was having a very impressive year for the Ducks this season. He was on the top of many of the predictions for the Heisman Trophy, which goes to the nation’s most outstanding player.

He stepped up for his team when it counted

and was a team leader for the Ducks.

Dixon and running back Jonathan Stewart led the two-headed monster who put up very impressive numbers. The Ducks scored more than 50 points in four games, against quality opponents. Replacing Dixon will be a difficult task.

As great as Dixon has been this year, he was less than spectacular last year, throwing two touchdowns and nine interceptions in his final six starts last year. Fans were pulling for him to be benched in favor of a quarterback by the name of Brady Leaf, brother of former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf.

Brady Leaf was named the starter in the last Civil War and played well, even giving his team a late lead, although the Ducks lost 30-28. It was planned that Leaf would start the remaining games for the Ducks, until he was injured against UCLA. That leaves the Ducks to have to split time with two freshman quarterbacks who have seen no playing time this year.

If the Ducks are to beat the Beavers, it will come down to two factors: the Ducks’ ability to shut down an injury-filled Oregon State offense and the play of the two freshman quarterbacks.

Because of the quarterbacks’ inexperience, and having to match up with a very difficult defense, don’t look for the offense to put up many points, but having the game played at home should help.

The Ducks will win, but it won’t be pretty, 17-14. Book your tickets to San Diego.

Nelson inspires team to excellence, creativity on the field Alexandria Vallelunga The Clackamas Print

She is a teacher, coach and victoryleader by day and a wife and mother by night.

Tracy Nelson, a health and athletics instructor at Clackamas and the head women’s soccer coach, was named 2004-2005 Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges championships (NWAACC) Coach of the Year.

Nelson started the soccer program here on campus six years ago and became a full-time teacher in 2005.

As stated on the Cougar athletics Web site, she “has achieved a phenomenal .809 winning percentage and harvested the last two NWAACC league crowns” in her time at the college.

Nelson has numerous coaching accomplishments, including Oregon Olympic Development Program (ODP) State Team Coach from 2000 to 2004.

Since 2002, she has coached the Lake Oswego Soccer Club.

In addition, she has served both as an amateur and professional soccer player.

Nelson played the sport professionally in England and Sweden from 1996 to 1997, participating in the US Women’s Amateur Soccer National Champions in 1999. She was deemed Woman of the Year in Sports at Washington State in 1994.

She has an interesting recipe for success.

“I feel it is very important as a coach to make your players feel that you care about them as people and not just as another player on your team,” she said.

“I try to have a good rapport with my players and try to instill confidence in the team.”

Nelson was inspired by her former soccer coaches to become one herself.

“I feel that I have learned so much from the coaches I had that it only made sense to pass on some of their wisdom and give back to others what I was so fortunate to gain through soccer,” she said.

She devotes a great amount of time to coaching, and soccer is a significant part of her life and her family members’ lives.

“From watching games on TV, to going to the local college games, to watching games for recruiting purposes, to coaching other teams, to playing myself, we seem to have some involvement with the sport on a daily NELSON basis,” she said. “I work with the college team every term with our indoor class in the winter to our six-week spring season in the spring.”

Nelson’s husband, who works as a computer programmer at Integrated Services Inc., coaches the boys junior varsity team at Tualatin High School.

Nelson attended the University of Portland from 1991 to 1995. From there, she graduated with a bachelor’s

degree in social services and a minor in psychology.

In 1994, she was voted the most inspirational player at UP. She participated in the first UP final four team that same year.

Nelson continued her education at Portland State University, where she completed her master’s degree in education in 2003.

“I played soccer in college (University of Portland) under Clive Charles, who I consider my mentor,” she said.

“We reached the final four of the Division 1 playoffs my senior year. I primarily played center midfield and some defense.”

“I used to do substitute teaching for special education when I graduated from college in 1995 and 1996,” she added.

Nelson balances much of her time between family and athletics.

“My life outside of Clackamas consists of club coaching, ODP coaching, taking care of my 15-month-old son and playing a little soccer myself,” she said.

But while soccer is her favorite sport, Nelson used to be a competitive

horseback rider.

“I rode hunter/jumpers back in high school in Snohomish, Wash., stopped during college and got back into riding in early 2000 at a jumper barn up the road from where I live,” she said. “I stopped when I went back to school to get my master’s in 2004.”

Nelson loves the art and the twist and turns soccer encompasses.

“I love the creativity that is displayed with good soccer players and teams,” she said. “There are so many different elements to the game; you never know what is going to happen or what a player is going to do on the ball.”

She says that the most valuable thing she has learned from the sport is “mental toughness” – “how to get through the toughest and most challenging situations even when you don’t think you can.”

“There were many training sessions that I didn’t think I could do one more sprint or get one more goal,” she said.

“I look back at those situations and realize I can get through anything.”

Nelson tries to shape her athletes into quality players and team members, as well as encourages them to thrive academically.

“My players work very hard to improve individually and as a team,” she states on the Cougar athletics Web site. “We have very high expectations for our players and our program … we constantly are challenging our players in training and pushing them to their fullest potential.”

Nelson feels that coaches must be great motivators because motivation “is a big part of having a successful program in any sport.”

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Winter sports gear up for 2007-2008 season

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Expectations high for wrestling this season After coming off one of the best years in the team’s history, the Cougars are expecting a lot of themselves. Last year, they finished an impressive fifth at the National Junior College Association Division 1 Wrestling Championships.

The Cougars are known for producing impressive wrestlers. According to the college Web site, many go on to more advanced levels of competition. The team is excited for the upcoming season.

“We have recruited some very talented kids, and I am excited to start working with each of these young men,” states Head Coach Josh Rhoden on the college Web site’s wrestling page.

The Cougars are counting on Marty Eng and John Bates.

Eng has been an Oregon Sports Athletic Association state champion and a Greco state champion, plus a Triple Crown winner.

Bates was a 4A state champion and a two-time 4A place winner. As a senior at Oregon City High School he had a 38-0 record. Last year, he was the Region 18 heavyweight champion, and placed third at the NJCAA National Championships, which earned him All-American honors.

The wrestling team hopes to throw down the mat and beat the count. They have already competed in three tournaments this year.

The Patriots are carrying on their dynasty with an undefeated streak and are taking down any team that gets in their way Andrea Simpson Sports Editor

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A wrestling team member tries to escape John Bates’ (top) hold in wrestling practice. Bates placed third at the NJCAA National Championships last year.

Women’s basketball shoots to score

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A Clackamas player dribbles around an opponent. The basketball team is currently 3-2 this season.

The women’s basketball team is coming off a second-place finish and a 20-10 record, and is hoping to carry on the tradition of talent.

“We expect the season to go as normal, which means coming in first or second and qualifying for tournaments, which we have done for the past eight seasons,” Coach Jim Martineau said.

“The Cougars have won four out of the last six league championships and are hoping to win it this year,” he added.

The team has only four returning players and is counting on their seven new players to help carry the load.

Talented players to watch for include Rachel Copeland, who was 1st Team All-Regions and averages 16 points per game. Kelsey New, an honorable mention for all regions last year, averages 13 points per game.

New puts up impressive numbers with her threepoint range. She made 79 three-pointers last season, the second greatest amount of three-pointers made in one season.

Then there is Monique Tribble, who was injured last season and is entering her third year here at the college and on the team.

“When she is healthy, she averages double figures in both rebounding and scoring,” Martineau said of Tribble.

The team has the momentum to have an amazing season.

Men’s basketball aims to top last season After last season’s championship win, the Cougars have a lot to live up to.

The team finished with a 29-4 record and won both the Southern Region Championship and the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges championship. They are hoping to repeat fate this year under the coaching of Clif Wegner.

This is Wegner’s ninth season at Clackamas, and he has proven himself with impressive numbers, which include a recap of the team’s achievements in 2006 and 2007. Last year, he was named Coach of the Year by the league.

However, the Cougars are going to have to find a new recipe for success after having lost nine of their players.

“We are still a team that you are going to have to work at to beat,” Wegner said. “We do still have size and talent.”

Some key players to watch for this season, according to Wegner, are Scott Martin from Rex Putnam High School, Adam Brickley, who was 1st Team All-League his senior year, and Jeff Sego, who was team captain during his senior year in Black Hills, Wash., a three-year varsity letter and a two-time 1st League All-Team member his junior and senior year.

Clackamas just finished hosting the NWAACC jamboree Nov. 3.

This season, as I watch and root for my beloved Patriots, the question on my mind is: Can anybody halt their winning streak?

The team has a record of 11-0. They are the only undefeated team in the NFL. Possibly the sweetest match-up for all Patriots fans was the one against the Indianapolis Colts.

Ever since the Colts defeated the Pats to advance to the Super Bowl last year, Patriots fans have gritted their teeth and felt the bitter sting of defeat every time Peyton Manning has shown his face on T.V. – and with all his ad campaigns lately, it seems like that is every other commercial.

Most recently, the Patriots went head-to-head with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Head Coach Bill Belichick gave a press conference on Friday, Nov. 23, and answered questions about what they would be up against on Sunday. As quoted from a video on the Patriots’ Web site, Belichick said that Eagles have a good defense and they just needed to be on their toes.

The game was back-and-forth and ended up coming down to the wire.

It was the fourth quarter with four minutes to go, and the Eagles had possession. The scoreboard had the Eagles with 28 and the Patriots with 31.

Patriot’s fans were on the edge of their seats as Eagles quarterback A.J. Feeley threw for a touchdown, but it was intercepted by Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel. The Patriots ran the clock down and won with the same score.

Tom Brady has been considered the star of the team since he secured his first Super Bowl ring in 2001. But other key players make up the undefeated team.

Randy Moss was thought by sports analysts to be washed-up and done with his career when he played for the Oakland Raiders. When he was drafted to the Patriots, however, he truly had a chance to shine as a wide receiver.

Another player who was outstanding was Wes Welker. He broke through the line, and Brady found him for some amazing plays. Welker replaced wide receiver Troy Brown after he was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform List.

The Patriots look like they can go all the way this year. They are undefeated because they know their strong points and they play like a team, which is refreshing in a league full of egocentrics and individual stars.

Any questions or comments?

Sportsed@clackamas.edu Jeff Sorensen Clackamas Print

Brian Freeman, number 24, blocks a shot against a Chemeketa CC player in the 2006-2007 season.

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Soccer co-captain finds help through loving athletic family McKenzie Creamer makes plans to take her skills to the university level while still finding time for the things that keep her grounded Jess Sheppard The Clackamas Print

Athletics run strong in the family of Clackamas soccer player McKenzie Creamer.

“I grew up with nine brothers and sisters. Everyone played growing up, and I have been watching since I was born, so it was in my blood to play,” Creamer said.

Creamer played soccer on the varsity team for three years at West Salem High School. She went on to win at State her senior year in Farmington, Conn. She has also played basketball, and participated in track for two years.

Family continues to be an important part of her life.

“They are my number-one fans, as well as my favorite fans!” she said. “I always play better when

they are there to watch.”

“It … will be in my memories Creamer has three brothers and forever because we worked so hard six sisters, all of whom have played and it paid off in the championship sports at some time in their lives. game,” she said.

Two of her sisters became a special The season was demanding, she inspiration when they qualified to added. “Every game was a good play in Division 1. game – every game counted.”

Of all the things Creamer meets she likes about socthe challenge of her cer, Creamer parathletic lifestyle by ticularly enjoys the eating right and stayhuman aspect of ing active, “even if it “There are the game. means playing pick“It is a challengup games.” things that ing sport; every As far as hobbies are important match is different go, she finds pleasure and exciting,” she in anything athletic. to me and said. “It is amazShe also likes spendthat I know ing – the amount ing time with her will always be of fun people you friends and family. meet and the awe“Shopping is around ...” some relationships always therapeutic that you build.” for me,” she said.

At the moment, “There are things that Creamer has many are important to me McKenzie Creamer goals: to play for and that I know will Co-captain a university, chalalways be around, lenge herself, and that continue to “enjoy the game make me happy.” every day” and Recently, Creamer help her team win another champi- traveled to St. Louis to look at onship. colleges where she could carry on Concerning school, Creamer playing soccer. At the same time, said, “I signed with Lindenwood she spent the Thanksgiving holiday University in St. Charles, Mo.” with her boyfriend.

She feels that Clackamas’ soccer Clackamas’ upcoming soccer team had a strong and rewarding events include the All-Star game season.

Dec. 1.

Sports Scores Men’s Basketball

11-23-07 – Clackamas 84, Yakima Valley 75 11-24-07 – Peninsula 82, Clackamas 75 11-25-07 – Clackamas 89, Everett 81

Women’s Basketball

11-23-07 – Clackamas 79, Peninsula 66 11-24-07 – Umpqua 107, Clackamas 74 11-25-07 – Clackamas 72, Mt. Hood 68

Cut along dotted line for McKenzie Creamer playing card

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