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Experience A warm welcome. As a transfer student at Elmhurst, you’ll get to know plenty of people with experiences like yours. About one in three of our students comes to us from another college, and we welcome more than 300 transfer students to campus each fall. We understand your needs and concerns, and we’re deeply committed to your success. Scholarship support. Elmhurst offers special transfer scholarships to qualified students. Depending on your GPA and number of credits, you could qualify for up to $19,000 a year in scholarship funding. A smooth transition. Our admission counselors will make sure your transfer experience goes smoothly. We offer generous transfer credit, and we’ll even evaluate your credits before you apply.
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Anar Akhundov Elmhurst has a lot of programs that prepare you for a career. I have an internship now, and my professor has introduced me to CEOs and other people who can help me find a job after graduation.
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ur generation is pretty tech savvy. I write my editor’s notes on my laptop, while I look at the page layout and check my Twitter for updates on the news. I have an online class where I upload my homework and I have even heard of online classes communicating through Google Hangout now, a group video chat run by the corporation. Today, technology is more advanced. I had a conversation with my mom the other night about how different it was when she was my age. She told me she didn’t have a cell phone, but she did have a brick phone that had a bag with all of the wires and chargers in it and in order for her to talk on the go, she had to lug the bag around with her. She then commented on how back when she had that phone, she could remember 10-20 phone numbers and now she can’t even remember her best friend’s phone number. We then joked about how we are losing our brains to computers.
But, in all seriousness, it’s true. How many phone numbers can you remember? How many times do you bring up your calculator on your phone for a simple multiplication problem? It’s basic brainpower we should use everyday, but seem too lazy or tired. For our cover story, we talk about the importance of learning how to avoid and leave behind the addiction to social media. Once you’ve read the cover story, if you still want more on technology, head over to the “scene” pages and read our reviews on the new iOS7 update for iPhones versus the Andriod OS software. If you don’t have a smart phone, but you love movies and TV, flip through to page 14 and read our side-by-side reviews on Neflix, Hulu and Amazon to decide which is worth your hard earned cash. Not into technology? We have news and sports focused on bringing you the most interesting stories. For news this week, west campus demolition starts
and they’re knocking it all down! Sports will highlight Saturday’s football game against Ellsworth, where we triumphed 17-9, as well as the men’s soccer game. Again, I want to thank everyone for reading. We would not be possible without you reading our articles and commenting on our work. Remember, we are still open to receiving letters to the editor. You can submit one by emailing me at editor@cod.edu and labeling the subject as “Letter to the Editor.” I hope your week is a great one! Enjoy,
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JORDIN GIGNAC EDITOR-IN-CHIEF editor@cod.edu
One of her favorite songs is “Sail to the Moon” by Radiohead. She hopes to see them live again soon.
JOASH MENCIAS NEWS EDITOR news@cod.edu
He loves Lady GaGa because she preaches a much needed message of self-acceptance.
ROSALIE DEASTIS FEATURES EDITOR features@cod.edu
Knowing that God put her on this earth to live and enjoy life is her drive for every day.
CAROLINE KOCH ARTS EDITOR arts@cod.edu
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CONTRIBUTORS
HAROON ATCHA
TABREZ KHAN
POLITICAL COLUMNIST
OUMAR MELVIN
PHOTO FREELANCER
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
ARTS COLUMNIST
Business student minoring in political science. Aside from working on numerous campaigns, Haroon is involved in various cultural and community activities including teaching English and martial arts after school.
An international student from Mumbai, India. He loves his new hobby of photography and has been the photo editor’s intern for a month now and really enjoys what he’s learning.
An incredible visual artist, Oumar’s work delivers real vibrancy to the world and its characters. He truly brings your imagination to the stage.
A journalism student that was put on this earth to play and write about video games. He believes pizza is the gateway to happiness.
JULIA KLOS SOCIAL MEDIA graphics@cod.edu
She is currently studying English and Science to add endorsements for her teaching degree.
DENTON DOOLEY PHOTO EDITOR dentondooley@aol.com “I don’t want to be a good man, I want to be a great man. As for now, I’m simply just a man.”
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JAMES DRISCOLL ARTS COLUMNIST
A second year student at College of Dupage and majoring in Computer Programming and Journalism. My hobbies include going to concerts, watching movies and hiking with friends.
KELLY WEESE STAFF WRITER ksweese@gmail.com
His favorite color is orange and he loves pizza. 5
NEWS
Pride Alliance pres. pushes inclusion of gender identity in college’s policies
Demolition crews tear through Building M. The rest of the west campus area is slated to be converted into green space by spring.
JOASH MENCIAS // NEWS EDITOR
Photos by Denton Dooley
WEST CAMPUS DEMOLITION BEGINS Building M already down, L & FSC up next JOASH MENCIAS // NEWS EDITOR The college began the final stretch of referendum-related construction as Building M came crashing down last week. The demolition marks the start of extensive work on the west side of the Glen Ellyn campus. Buildings L and K along with the Open Campus Center and Field Studies Center will be demolished later this term through spring. The area will be converted to green space. According to Bruce Schmiedl, Director of Facilities Planning and Development, the west campus demolition will occur in three phases. In the current phase, Building M has been demolished while permanent utilities will be placed to serve the west campus. Phase II will begin on Oct. 7 and will knock down building L and the Field Studies Center. Phase III will begin in February with the rest of the buildings being torn down. After demolition is completed, the college will transform the area into an open space reserve with 6
sidewalks for students to walk through. As to any more construction of buildings in the area, Schmiedl said it depends if the college even decides to put up new buildings. “It’s still too early to know whether or not that will come to fruition,” Schmiedl said. Once the area is clear of buildings, an unnamed loop road will be paved. The street begins near parking lot E and will connect to parking lots nearest to the Early Childhood Center and the newly constructed Campus Maintenance Center. Schmiedl expects partial completion of work on the west campus by the spring semester with the full completion by this summer.
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ABOVE: Demolition cranes rip through the ruins of Building M. BELOW: A truck awaits in the area that was once home to Building M.
The seed has been planted for the college to consider rewriting parts of its equal opportunity policies after a student’s comments during the Sept. 19 Board of Trustees meeting. Bradley Setter, president of Pride Alliance, spoke to the Board advocating for changes in the college’s nondiscrimination policies to be more inclusive of transgender individuals. “In our policies, we include sexual orientation but we do not include gender identity,” Setter said at the meeting. Setter is seeking the inclusion of gender identity and expression for both the college’s policies on equal opportunity, which he justified in his comments to the Board. “Some of these people are my friends and my family...it’s important to realize that transgender individuals are in our school, and that we need to be fighting for them. During the meeting, Trustee Kim Savage voiced consideration to review the policies, which some of the other trustees seemed to agree to. The college has not officially responded on the issue. While Setter has made the Board aware of the issue, he said it was just the start of the process in changing the policies: “To go to the meeting and address the Board was the first step and now we’re working with different parts of the school...it’s just the start of the journey.” In the end, Setter thinks there will be a policy change. “We’re such a diverse school, so the Board of Trustees would be wise to include (gender identity).”
POLICE REPORTS ACCIDENT: Sept. 25
INCIDENT: Sept. 25 A condenser was stolen
Police looked through surveil-
from the side of Building L
lance footage and discovered a
on Septmber 25 at approxi-
white pick-up truck approached
mately 8:00 p.m.
the building then left nearly 40
The condenser was found missing the next day.
minutes later with tarp covering the bed of the truck.
According to the complainant, the condenser was worth $2,000 and appeared to be cut with a sawzall.
Police have nothing further.
An accident occurred between a black 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada and a blue 2002 Volkswagen Jetta at the entrance of parking lot 2 on September 25 at approximately 9:15 a.m. The Jetta stopped at the entry when it was struck of the Bravada. The driver of the Bravada said he thought the Jetta was starting to move forward and
ended up rear ending the Jetta. The Jetta sustained damage consisting of a 4 inch diameter dent to the rear area with the bumper pushed in. The Bravada systained minor scratches to the fron bumper and loose headlights. The driver of the Bravada was cited for not having a valid driver’s license.
ACCIDENT: Sept. 25 An accident occurred between a gold 2001 Infinity QX4 and a silver 2000 Toyota Camry in parking lot E on September 12 at approximately 7:30 p.m. The driver of the QX4 was pulling into a parking spot when she misjdged her distance and struck the Camry. The Camry, parked at the time of the accident, was hit in
the rear passenger side. The Camry had no passengers inside the vehicle during the accident. The Camry sustained damage consisting of a large dent and scratches on the rear passenger fender.
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NEWS OPINION
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CRAP.
Irony at its finest: government shutdown on 123rd anniversary of Yosemite National Park
While complicated, the bill does not spell ruin for this country. No one would say the law is perfect, but these constant attempts to repeal it leave our country crippled. Yesterday 400,000 Pentagon workers stayed home with no pay, and that’s just a small portion of the effects of the federal shutdown.
HAROON ATCHA & CAROLINE KOCH
Invasion, revolution, horrific natural disaster; these events spring to mind when we think of governments shutting down. If you look around you’ll find none of these factors present and yet, here we stand. In a sense, it’s very embarrassing. Especially when you consider that even amidst complete civil turmoil, Syria can still pay its bills. Yesterday at midnight, the stalemate between the House and the Senate over raising the debt ceiling came to a head with the shutdown of the government for the first time since the Clinton administration. The Affordable Care Act, affectionate-
Debt ceiling fight is petty
HAROON ATCHA // POLITICAL COLUMNIST
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ly known as Obamacare, is the source of contention for this debacle. The law sits in the cross-hairs of many GOP congressman who refuse to vote for any increase in the debt ceiling without concessions by Democrats. De-funding this program or delayed implementation are their main demands. The degree to which the GOP is dragging the issue out is far past the line of ridiculous. Contrary to what you may have heard, Obamacare is a law. The Supreme Court declared the individual mandate constitutional just over a year ago, and since then Republicans have tried to repeal it 42 times.
n times like these, it’s not hard to see why people hold such cynical views of our government. When you take into account gridlock in congress and the obscene amounts of money spent on campaigns, it seems like a small miracle when people take part in the process at all. Our confidence in elected officials has been shaken and we don’t have to look very far to see why, as is evident by the government shutdown. Staying involved in politics is difficult when the debt ceiling fight rolls around and I, like most other people am tired of caring. In my opinion, we need to stop focusing on petty matters such as these and start picking our fights better. One of the reasons the debt ceiling fight bothers me so much is that it’s a silly argument to have. You see, raising the debt ceiling doesn’t pave the way for our government to add more things to the budget. In fact, it simply allows us to pay the bills that our government has already incurred. To put it simply, our government spends more money every year than it takes in as taxes. We make up that difference by taking on debt, often in the form of bonds. Raising the debt ceiling allows our government to borrow the money it needs to fund projects it’s already committed to. When we fight about the debt ceiling, we aren’t fighting about what we want to buy, we’re fighting about whether
Confounded? Let us help: The entire government is being shut down until further notice? Negative. 800,000 United States government workers deemed as “non essential” or “non accepted” have been furloughed, meaning a forced, non paid day off. What has been shut down? All national parks, national monuments and a number of non essential services have been suspended until further notice. This includes the national zoo, Smithso-
or not we’re going to pay for the things we already have. The main reason this all seems so pointless to me is because the answer is very simple: yes, we are going to pay our bills. Using the debt ceiling as an opportunity to further specific political agendas is irresponsible. If the United States was to default on its obligations, the global economy would suffer immensely. Toying with that mechanism is exceptionally dangerous but we see our congressmen treat the topic with callous disregard. The debt ceiling fight tends to bring out the worst in our politicians. They become obstinate children that refuse to work together towards a common goal. Without exaggeration, the well-being of the global economy hangs in the balance every time we have this fight but our congressmen just don’t seem to understand that. Another aspect of this situation that irks me is that things weren’t always this way. Listening to the news you might get the impression that the debt ceiling has hardly ever been raised over the course of history. The truth is quite the opposite however. According to the GAO, since March of 1962, the debt ceiling has been raised 74 times and 14 of those times have occurred since 2001. Up until recently, it was implied that lawmakers would agree to pay for the things they had voted to buy. Using the
nian museums and IRS audit appointments. What does this mean for me? Basically the shut down just throws sand in the machine of government. Processes will move slower, services will be delayed and until the government runs out of money sometime mid-October, everything will just move slowly. So unless you were planning a vacation to a national park in the next few weeks, you can carry on with your life normally. What happens if we don’t sort this out? If congress fails to raise the debt ceiling before we hit the debt ceiling in mid-October, the Federal Reserve will have to resort to “extraordinary measures” in paying the country’s bills. Though this hasn’t happened before, experts predict the Fed will have to pay bills either selectively in order of importance, or pay bills on a first come first serve basis until liquid cash assets are depleted.
debt ceiling as a fight is a new tactic whose only accomplishment is to further the culture of antagonism found in Washington. With all of that in mind, I do think that there is a time and place for argument and discussion regarding the budget. That time isn’t now though. Deciding what we spend our money on is an important part of running a responsible democracy and we should have an earnest role in that conversation. I don’t mind our politicians disagreeing over specific budget items so long as they work together to reach a consensus. In short, I want our politicians to argue about what they’re going to have for dinner before they place their orders, not after the bill comes. If I sound angry I want to apologize because I’m really not mad about this. Am I disappointed though? Absolutely. Watching my congressmen fight this petty argument is disheartening when there are a number of other problems they could be tackling. Firearms, immigration and international affairs are all issues that take a backseat during the debt ceiling fight and that’s too bad. These are pressing matters that affect us all. They dwarf the debt ceiling fight in terms of relevance and importance. We need to move on and stop making everything a fight because in the end, politics is the art of the possible.
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WE’RE ADDICTED. BY JORDIN GIGNAC // EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Vine, Pinterest, Snapchat, Tumblr - it’s no surprise our eyes are glued to our cell phones. There is always something to check, always something to be updated on... and for some reason, we can’t bare to miss a second of it. PHOTOS & ILLUSTRATIONS BY DENTON DOOLEY AND KELLY WEESE
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ocial media is popular and trending. It’s talked about on TV shows; it’s written about in newspapers, it’s even rapped about. But what will those 140 characters do for you later in life? I think nothing. The problem with using social media, is the overuse of social media and the fact that we need to stop hiding behind it. A study done by Nokia shows an average person checks their phone about 150 times per day. That means checking your phone at the dinner
table, walking down the hall and all the rest of your idle time is spent looking at a screen. I think most of the time spent looking at your phone could be spent having actual social interaction. The number of people checking their phones at the wrong times, is hindering our communication skills. According to a study done by non-profit Anxiety UK, 45 percent of Facebook users and email dependents felt anxiety when they were away from their phones. If we continue to learn how to only communicate
through social media, our anxiety is going to skyrocket when it comes down to becoming fully independent. As college students, our independence is peaking; we need to step away from the phones and learn to talk with our mouths, instead of our fingers. When we don’t step away from our phones, we lose the ability to deal with our emotions up front. I have had professors say on the first day of class, “I do not want to answer questions via email when you can ask me during class.” I
agree with them too because w you want to ask in an email an words back when you can get e and body language back as wel the biggest problem I see with savvy generation. We lack the confront our feelings in front o but when we’re behind a keybo seems easier. This virtual escap reality is far overrated and in a ty, we should not be shooting f like the film from 2009, “Surro you are so scared of confrontin
Does technology help or hinder social interaction?
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Face-to-face interaction has a lot of value. I don’t think [Facebook] is a good way to make friends, but it’s a good way to keep friends.”
- Katie Miller, 22
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Well, it’s good and bad. With Skype, you can see someone but you can’t touch them.” - Illyria Shores, 22
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problem face-to-face, that should be a warning sign; get off the social media sites. What are they offering you? A place to write your feelings and opinions down? Get a diary. Is it because you want to keep in touch with friends and family? You have a cell phone, call them! Hearing someone’s voice is a step in the right direction to becoming a better communicator. The solution resides in each of you as individuals. You have to say no to social media when you’re bored. It’s like eating
when you have nothing else to do; you just end up gaining weight you would rather not have. With social media, you’ll end up having trouble confronting the world when you’re not behind a computer. Make sure you don’t lose sight of the importance of communication. When it comes to finding a job, your interpersonal skills will make or break an employer’s decision.
Technology helps because if I couldn’t text someone, I couldn’t get together with them.”
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It hinders you as far as seeing them face-to-face. It’s actually real interaction and I can tell what their emotions are.” - Adam Boyers, 19
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Technology influences social interaction. It’s good for me because I can see my parents in Korea. Although, I can’t feel their emotion, [I can still contact them].” - Yunjae Lee, 21
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F E AT U R E S
Two is better than one: Joining forces to reach goals ROSALIE DEASTIS // FEATURES EDITOR The college’s Entrepreneurship Club and Indie Film Group are putting their skills and talents together to collaborate in order to achieve their most colossal goals this school year. The two groups are partnering up while also getting hands-on experience in their fields. Entrepreneurship Club is launching their latest project, an informational web series called Business Spotlight, while IFG is preparing for their short film production, “Midnight Rain.� The clubs met at last year’s Student Life Fair and learned they both can greatly benefit each other to help make these projects successful. Entrepreneurship Club will be using their net-
working expertise to help IFG raise funds for the production of their film, while IFG will be providing them with a media package in order to produce Business Spotlight. “It’s cool because we’re also both doing what we love while helping each other out,� said Adam R. Jones, filmmaker and IFG President. Michael Batts, businessman and Entrepreneurship Club president, along with his colleagues came up with the idea for Business Spotlight to bring attention to DuPage County’s inspirational entrepreneurs while also raising awareness of entrepreneurship here at the college. “We hope to see the entrepreneurship program grow by
putting all the entrepreneurial talent on display, because there are a lot of inspiring things going on,� said Batts. Batts along with his Vice President, Richard Stark, will be hosting the interviews for the project. They shot their first segment a couple weeks ago featuring their advisor, Sunny Smith. It will be available for viewing by Oct. 15. Business Spotlight will start out on a basic YouTube channel, but will be on LinkedIn and Google Plus as well. Their next club event is Oct. 24, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (two sessions), in the Student Life inspirtational room, SSC 1225. The event, “Young Money Live�, will feature a presentation by personal finance advisor, Todd Romer.
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He will provide valuable information on how students can get their finances in order early on in life. Indie Film Group is in the process of producing what they call, the most ambitious film attempted at the college. “Midnight Rain� is a supernatural suspense thriller about a man who seeks a way to bring his wife back from the dead. Their goal
is to start filming Nov. 15. They are running an online fundraising campaign for the film at IndieGoGo. com and will be holding an open casting call on Oct. 9 for extras. It will be in MAC 175, 5 – 9 p.m., and anyone is welcome to come. The two clubs are excited to see what the future holds as they continue to join forces and brainstorm.
IN THE STARS THIS WEEK ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your Aries charm helps persuade others to listen to your proposal. But it’s still a long way from acceptance, unless you can stand up to the tough questions that are set to follow.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Expect recognition for your efforts in getting a project into operation. Besides the more practical rewards, your Lion’s heart will be warmed by the admiration of your colleagues.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Plan to share a weekend getaway from all the pressures of your hectic workaday world with a very special someone. You could be pleasantly surprised at what develops.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Set aside time to rid yourself of clutter that might well be drawing down your creative energies. Consider asking someone to help you decide what stays and what goes.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your keen insight once again helps you handle a challenging situation with a clearer perception of what it’s really all about. What you learn helps you make a difficult decision. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) If you want to steer clear of getting involved in a new family dispute, say so. Your stand might cause hurt feelings for some, but overall, you’ll be respected for your honesty.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A colleague could make a request that might place you in an awkward position with co-workers. Best advice: Share your concerns with an associate you can trust. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your energy levels are way up, allowing you to take on the added challenge of a task you’ve been hoping to secure. Expect this move to lead to an important opportunity.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your continuing sense of confidence in what you’ve set out to do gives encouragement to others. Expect to see more people asking to add their efforts to yours. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might think it would be best to reject a suggestion others insist would be unworkable. But you might be surprised by what you find if you give it a chance. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Changing a decision might disappoint some people, but the important thing is that you be honest with yourself. Don’t go ahead with anything you have doubts about. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) There could be some fallout from an emotional confrontation that you really should deal with before moving on. Best to start fresh with a clean, clear slate. (c) 2013 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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JAKE PELENIS // ARTS CONTRIBUTOR
JOASH MENCIAS // NEWS EDITOR
The aesthetically pleasing new version of Apple’s iOS is a smart step in the right direction to keep the company one of the main competitors in the mobile device market. Certain updates like the addition of the Control Center and multitasking streamline interaction with the device; it all comes together to make a very sleek and uncluttered look. It was almost like blowing a layer of dust off my iPhone 4S that I didn’t notice was there.
Doesn’t that iOS 7 interface look a little familiar? If you’ve ever used any Google product (ever), it might. The Android-powered phone is an essential tool to carry around for Google users, as it is more customizable than that of its opponent. Plus, anything Google related comes hardwired into the phone. iOS 7 is a formidable operating system, but here’s why Android is the ultimate winner.
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Replaces any faux depth that previous versions had tried to create with flat minimalistic icons and a vivid, neon color scheme. Home screen now utilizes “gyroscope” to create a shifting background, and new animations for opening apps bring extra flair. Folders can now support infinite pages of apps; text message time stamps have been added as well as new ringtones and customizable vibration patterns; multitasking allows jumping from one active app to another from a single menu. Plus now enable apps to be updated automatically.
Smarter Siri
Siri now pulls answers from Wikipedia and other websites to provide more accurate and sensible responses.
Control Center increases functionality 10-fold
(Pictured above) Grants instant access to commonly used features such as the flashlight or bluetooth toggling without having to unlock the device.
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All Google apps pre-installed
When you get the phone, you don’t have to spend time downloading Gmail, Drive, YouTube and other Google apps; sign in with your Google account and all those apps are synced and ready to use. Drive files and Google contacts/calendar events automatically appear and are updated.
One word: widgets
Android OS allows users to put widgets on their home screens. Ex: I can put a widget displaying latest tweets right on the home screen without physically going into the Twitter app.
Swype Keyboard convienience
A standard pre-installed feature in many Android phones, Swype technology allows for typing without ever lifting a finger. Whenever I use an iPhone to type, I immediately start swiping the screen only to realize it isn’t a standard feature on that phone.
iOS only runs on Apple
Samsung, HTC, and LG are just some popular brands that all run on Android. Each brand competes with each other, which spurs innovation. Ex: Samsung’s Galaxy S4 has many features like Air View and Smart Pause while HTC has Blink Feed. 13
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Streaming Wars The battle has begun; local video stores are fading into the past and being replaced with online-streaming services. Netflix, Amazon and Hulu have entered into the fray leaving consumers to wonder,which one is superior? Which site has the most content? What provider has the most to offer at the right price? Check out the breakdown young padawan. JAMES DRISCOLL // ARTS CONTRIBUTOR
Monthly rate:
Mobile functionality:
Original content:
Advantage: Amazon.
For viewing options, Hulu, Netflix and Amazon all have smart phone, X-box 360 and PS3 compatibility. If you have internet connection, you will be able to stream on-the-go.
Hulu has shows such as “Battle Ground” and “Up to Speed” and Netflix offers “House of Cards” and “Orange is the New Black.” As for Amazon, they will not have any original series until next year.
Content:
All three streamers worked perfectly with smart phones. However, with Wii and Ps3, Amazon Prime had delays. While, this problem was rare, the other sites had no problems regarding this issue.
Draw: Hulu and Netflix.
Newest content:
Hulu has original series, but how many of those shows are people taking interest in? Netflix’s original series, “Orange is the New Black,” has been raved about and brings in an audience; not to mention Netflix was nominated for 14 Emmys.
$6.59 for Amazon. $7.99 for Netflix and Hulu.
You can’t argue with the numbers; Amazon is cheaper than the competitors.
Amazon has 41,000 movies and television episodes. Netflix contains more than 100,000 streaming options, but Hulu has the latest television shows plus movies. Netflix has much more content. Hulu has television shows that are currently in the middle of a season. If you’re more interested in television, Hulu is the way to go. If you favor movies, Netflix doesn’t get any better. Amazon has plenty to offer with books, but can’t match Hulu or Netflix in terms of content.
Quality of Viewing: According to Geek.com writer, Russell Holly, “Hulu and Amazon are limited to a maximum of 720 p while Netflix has streaming options of 1080 p (HD).”
Advantage: Netflix.
Netflix has upgraded much of its content to HD. If you have a flat screen and quality speakers, Netflix is far superior.
Advantage: Netflix and Hulu.
Unfortunately, the movie titles are definitely older. If you want too see the recently released films, you have to rent through DVDs. Want to watch a new TV series but didn’t get to your DVR in time? Netflix and Hulu offer up to date TV series at the press of a button.
Advantage: Hulu.
Netflix offers original, Emmy-winning shows such as “House of Cards,” while Hulu streams the newest episodes. I would have to say Hulu wins this one. If you missed the most recent episode of “Modern Family” or “Family Guy,” you can do it with Hulu. Amazon and Netflix do not have contracts with studios like Hulu does, so they will not have any new material to stream.
Advantage: Netflix.
Overall Verdict: Netflix. All three providers offer unique advantages. Amazon Prime is better for those who shop on their site and Hulu is on top when it comes to TV. But, Netflix has more content and better quality video streaming especially if you are a film junkie. The company has more subscribers, and, they definitely earned it.
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CHAPS REACH WINNING RECORD
RUNNING GAME LEADS TO CHAPS WIN
PAUL TRIUKAS // SPORTS EDITOR This past weekend was great for the COD’s men’s soccer team who hosted McHenry County College and reached a positive winning record for the first time this season. The game between the Chaparrals and the MccScots began with both teams playing evenly. In the first few minutes COD had many opportunities to score goals by headers and by free kicks. However, all attempts were unsuccessful. Near the end of the first half, McHenry College’s freshman Alberto Martinez scored the first goal of the game and put the MccScots in front 0-1 at halftime. In the second half, the Chaparrals started by pressuring their opponents and after many close but missed shots, Jorge Leyva tied the game with a penalty kick after a rough foul in the penalty box. As the game was nearing its end, Jenaro Terrazas gently put the ball in the goal and gave the Chaparrals hope for a win. As injury time started, one of the MccScots surprisingly scored and the game was forced into overtime. According to NJCAA rules, the first team to score in overtime wins. At the beginning of overtime, Nolan DuBois scored his third goal of the season and gave COD the win. The Chaparral soccer team now has 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws and are set to play at Lake County next week.
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PHOTO BY JOANN HARTLEY
PHOTO BY TABREZ KAHN TOP: Chaps running back, Calvin Hill, dives forward for extra yards. MIDDLE: Two Chaps defensive backs react to a pass thrown in the corner of the end zone. ABOVE: Running back Dontrel Chance cuts through the defense en route to a 85-yard touchdown run.
After dropping a crucial game against Iowa Western, the Chaps football team recovered last Saturday against Ellsworth Community College. The 17-9 win over the visiting panthers kept the Chaparrals in contention for a Midwest Football Conference championship and a post season bowl game. COD (3-2) played well on both sides of the ball, despite a missed field goal early in the game. On the ensuing possession the Panthers had a touchdown called back due to a holding penalty. The game would continue at this slow pace. The first quarter would remain equal until Ellsworth opened the scoring with a 27-yard field goal at the end of the quarter. The offense got off to a bad start after being unable to convert in the red zone. Quarterback Lamont Toney was intercepted twice and the Chaps offense was missing a passing game. The rushing game would prove vital to the teams’ success. With 11:26 left in the second
quarter, cornerback Duke Robinson stopped a long Panthers drive by intercepting the ball in the end zone. The interception shifted the momentum to the Chaparral sideline. On the next play from scrimmage, running back Dontrel Chance would get lost in a mass of lineman before finding daylight and finishing off an 85-yard touchdown run. The Chaps would own the second quarter. A 34-yard field goal by kicker, Nick Bartolotta, put them up 10-3. On the following Ellsworth drive, Chaps linebacker Alex Malandro would intercept the Panthers quarterback and return it 22-yards for a touchdown. Dontrel Chance was a workhorse on the ground for COD. While rushing for over 100 yards, Chance jumpstarted the Chaps scoring. “It was an ugly win but we’ll take the win,” Chance said. “The line gave me huge holes and made my job easier.” The defense, once again, proved it is the heart of the team. The
SPORTS SCHEDULE Chaparral D held Ellsworth under 10 points and forced three interceptions while sacking the quarterback five times. After the game, defensive end Chuck Tigue said, “we played good as a defensive unit. We got the win.” Ellsworth would add a final score in the third, but it would be all for nothing as a scoreless fourth quarter sealed the 17-9 victory for the Chaps. “They were a tough team. The kids played good but we have to get better and keep working on fundamentals,” coach Foster said. The win keeps the Chaps in second place in the Midwest Football Conference. Now halfway through the season, the Chaparrals have reached their bye week, which comes at an excellent time. The team will be able to assess their strengths, weaknesses and improve on their fundamentals. The Chaps next game is in two weeks against Olivet Nazarene University, which is an NAIA team. Facing an opponent like the Tigers will give the team a different look. Until now, the Chaps have
only been playing other community colleges. This gives them the opportunity to play a university that is allowed to recruit and offer scholarships. The game will be played Monday, Oct. 14 under the lights at the COD football stadium. This will be a great test for how the rest of the season will shape up for the Chaparrals.
Cornerback Duke Robinson intercepts the Ellsworth quarterback in the endzone. The interception gave the Chaps momentum which led to the 17-9 victory.
Free safety Josiah Dailey pursues the Ellsworth receiver. PHOTO BY JOANN HARTLEY
PHOTO BY TABREZ KAHN
FALL SCHEDULE
Football
Women’s Volleyball
Men’s Soccer
Women’s Soccer
Women’s Tennis
October:
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October:
Monday 14 HOME: Olivet Nazarene at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday 3 AWAY: Appleton at 6:00 p.m.
Thursday 3 Monday 7 AWAY: Lake County HOME: Oakton at 4:00 p.m. at 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 3 AWAY: Elgin at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8 AWAY: Milwaukee at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 5 HOME: Oakton at 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9 HOME: Harper at 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 5 Away: Sauk Valley at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday 21 AWAY: Harper at 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 13 AWAY: Waubonsee at 12:00 p.m.
Friday 11 AWAY: Lake County at 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 10 AWAY: Region IV Tournament at Moraine Valley tba
Saturday 19 AWAY: North Dakota Science at 1:00 p.m. Saturday 26 HOME: Iowa Central at 1:00 p.m.
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I want to get her the perfect ring My girlfriend and I have been together for about 2 years now, and we are both close to graduating our programs. I love her more than anything and want to ask her to be my wife. I’ve been working extra hours to save up for an engagement ring. In the past, she has mentioned in conversations with her friends that she wants a designer engagement ring. After researching it, they cost about three times my budget. It’s money that I don’t think I’ll ever have to drop on one item like that (about $10,000). I worry that if I don’t get it, she will be really disappointed, but she’s the kind of girl who would pretend to love any ring for my sake. I want to impress her but stay within my budget. What do I do? - Puzzled Dear Puzzled, Congratulations! It’s awesome that you have found a great girl to spend your life with. Let’s start with a reality check: $10,000 is a HUGE amount of money to spend on an engagement ring. Though the ring is one of the most expensive parts of a wedding, if you can’t afford it, do not buy it. It will set you behind financially at a time when you will need to really budget for the wedding. There are so many options out there now, and you can get a stunning ring for under $3,000. Decide what is important to you when buying a ring- size of the diamond, quality of the stone, etc. Prioritize your must haves, and it will help keep you in budget. Work with a professional who is honest and who won’t over-sell you. Bring a parent with you to help you decide because they have been in your shoes before! It sounds like your future fiancé is a sweet gal who will be so excited in the moment that her last concern should be where you bought the ring or how much you spent. The truth is, without a big name label, you will get a lot more for your money. Many girls would agree that it’s more important that their ring is their style, rather than a brand name. After all, you can’t see a brand name when it’s on their finger anyway! (Just make sure you buy from an ethical company who offers warranties- it’s a big purchase and you want to be insured!)
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