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#NotOnMyCampus

COD confronts student and staff insecurity with “campus conversation” Pg. 6 NEWS

New bridge between COD and UIC p3

OPINION

Celebrating over 10 years of commitment to COD p10

SPORTS

2016: The year of the underdog p12

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Editor-in-Chief Lucas Koprowski Features Editor Caroline Broderick Photo Editor Bethany Berg Sports Editor Alex Garcia Reporter Vandy Manyeh

NEWS

OPINION

5 The clock ticks for Donna Stewart

10 Celebrating over 10 years of commitment to COD

FEATURES

7 Q&A: Artist and veteran, Ken Jacobs

Social Media Manager Alizay Rizvi

SPORTS

12 2016: The year of the underdog

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NEWS

New bridge between COD and UIC Rescues drowning COD students Vandy Manyeh · Reporter

Photos by: Vandy Manyeh

UIC Vice Provost Kevin Browne (Left) and COD President Ann Rondeau (Right).

Students’ and counselors’ days of determining courses that will transfer to a 4-year university are numbered, with the signing of a new agreement that promises to serve as a template for future transfer agreements. The College of DuPage signed a seamless Transfer Agreement Guarantee (TAG) with the University of Illinois-Chicago that will guarantee admissions to a student’s preferred major upon successful completion of admission requirements. Under this agreement, students will be given the green light to continue their studies in Architecture, Design, and the Arts; Business Administration; Education; Engineering; Liberal Arts and Sciences;

Public Health; and Urban Planning and Public Affairs at one of Illinois’ topnotch universities. This agreement, likened to a bridge, will create a pathway for students with a 3.0 GPA to be admitted as juniors, while those earning a 3.8 GPA will be privileged to gain acceptance into UIC’s Honors College. “It combines the best of both worlds, a quality two-year university experience at COD plus another two years of university experience at UIC,” said Emmanuel Awuah, COD’s associate vice president for academic affairs. “There are no barriers between COD and UIC. Both from a physical and psychological point of view, we have created this

bridge for them. A bridge that makes it predictable, that gives students a peace of mind when they start their journey at COD. The transfer agreement guarantee is a cost-effective, efficient, and effective plan that provides students and their families a true peace of mind.” Students who wish to enter into UIC after COD are relieved from the stress of long admission processes that usually take into account a revision of courses, and a waiting period to hear from admissions officers at a 4-year university. It’s not only cost effective given the relatively low tuition rates at a community college like COD, but it gives students a 4-year plan from their first day of college at COD.

The signing of this agreement comes barely three weeks after the Ann Rondeau-led administration signed a reverse transfer agreement with the Northern Illinois University. Like the NIU transfer agreement, the bridge incorporates a reverse transfer agreement and has been extolled as the college’s most comprehensive transfer agreement. “A reverse transfer is where a former student of COD, who did not finish his or her associate’s degree before the student transferred to a four-year institution, is allowed to complete the necessary credits to earn a two-year degree while at a new school,” said Earl Dowling in a past interview with the

Courier. On the other hand, it will strengthen and deepen the bond of friendship between COD and UIC. “This partnership will continue to provide access to quality, affordable education, for people to meet the workforce need of the region,” said Ann Rondeau, president/COD. “It provides a clear pathway to a bachelor’s degree in almost all majors in several colleges.” UIC, a university that has a population of slightly under 50 percent undergraduate transferred students, wants this agreement to help students to be decisive and avoid interruptions, and to prevent them from overstaying at universities while accumulating debt.

“We want students to take opportunities to reduce cost by using the 2-year pathway,” said Kevin M. Browne, vice provost for academic and enrollment services at UIC. “To do that we need to make sure we have all act together on transfer, coursework, and clear articulation. We want students who we cannot accommodate to know that there is a pathway experience.” Are you interested in the University of Illinois-Chicago transfer agreement? Visit a specially designed website www.tag.uic.com to understand basic details about the university’s transfer agreement with a community college like COD.

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NEWS

The clock ticks for Donna Stewart Vandy Manyeh · Reporter

The college's new interim vice president for academic affairs sees offering stability amid recent transition within the Academic Affairs Division as a priority. Donna Stewart wants to bring varied partners together to meet the current needs of the college and develop a shared vision to move forward. This comes in a wake of a series of 4-2-1 votes by the board of trustees, a major stakeholder, on key administrative and academic issues. In her case, a "no" vote from Trustees Dianne McGuire and Joseph Wozniak, the two who have consistently voted "no" on recent administrative shakeups is of concern. The rift created within the faculty during the troubled tenure of former president Robert Breuder is likely to soften with Stewart's agenda that prioritizes stability. "This may sound cliché,—but at this moment – I believe that these basic needs of building strong, productive and trusting relationships need to be my immediate priority," said Stewart. "Our shared longer term priority will always be to student success – students learning English for the first time, students planning to enter the workforce or students matriculating to four-year institutions. This is the remarkable beauty of the community college and the work that we do here

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at the College of DuPage.” Stewart’s ascendency comes after Joseph Collins’ Oct. 31 letter seeking a retirement on Jan. 1, 2017. Stewart previously served as the dean of the business and technology division at COD. She brings over 30 years of experience as an adjunct instructor, a tenured full professor, associate dean (University of Wisconsin comprehensive campus) and dean at COD. Stewart is now in the echelon of power when it comes to driving the college’s academic policies and coordinating efforts to have COD keep on par with developments in higher education. She will be responsible for stepping up efforts to have more transfer agreements to the already existing 3+1, 2+2, and reverse transfer agreements with other 4-year baccalaureate-granting institutions. “Paving seamless pathways for continued academic pursuits is critical to our students’ long-term goal achievement,” said Stewart. “Through our efforts to develop these types of agreements, students are able to develop their academic plans with the certainty that their academic progress and success will be fully reflected when they matriculate to our partner schools. This is good for us, good for our partner institutions and great for our students.” The state’s budget stale-

mate has seen a decreased contribution to COD and a dormant status of existing state-funded programs. In the face of those budget challenges, Stewart may need to prioritize future academic offerings at the school. “I believe that we are committed to meeting the needs of the district and recognize that some programs will need more f i n a n c i a l support than others,” continued Stewart. “We have a very inclusive process for determining resource allocation that allows for input from many voices—and that focuses on meeting the mission of the college.” The college has so far reacted positively to this situation by increasing its support for instruction and academic support. COD continues to add new academic programs to attract students and community members, while grants given to the college or secured through the foundation aid other academic research opportunities. Stewart climbs the college’s organizational hierarchy just months after key changes were made in the cabinet. In her role, she has to effectively manage deans under her watch to contribute to the overall success of the college. Meanwhile, Collins, the outgoing vice president who is credited for effectively managing the college during its rough days is set to leave on Dec.

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30. He expressed his satisfaction about the strive the college has made and wished the entire college community well. “I feel very fortunate to have spent the last 12 years of my career at College of DuPage," said Collins. The times were very interesting, to say the least. I truly appreciate the people who offered me sincere words of encouragement during my tenure as the interim president. I think COD is a special place, and I am glad to see that things h a v e settled down. I will

miss so many people here, but it is time for me to move on. I know the College will continue to prosper for years to come.” Stewart’s tenure ends on June 30, 2017.

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F E AT U R E S

#NotOnMyCampus COD confronts student and staff insecurity with “campus conversation” Caroline Broderick Features Editor Speech professor Tabatha Roberts’ voice shared the bone-chilling experience her student had on campus. Another student told Roberts’ student that her time was up, she was going to get lynched. Roberts’ student was Hispanic, and her voice shook through her as she explained the hurt she felt as a professor, as a human. The recent presidential election spawned fear, anger and sadness in some students To combat the mixed emotions, Student Life Director Chuck Steele and Diversity and Inclusion professor Drake Swope hosted a “Campus Conversation,” inviting all members of the community to discuss their insecurities with recent events and have an open conversation for those feeling unheard. As each person entered the conversation, a sticker that read: “#notonmycampus” was handed out. Roberts was not the only individual to share her feelings about the new, seemingly dangerous, environment that had begun to form on campus. Alizay Rizvi*, a Muslim student, shyly raised her hand, yet expressed her nerves once Steele asked

her to speak. “I’m not sure if I should say anything,” said Rizvi. Without delay, Steele, Swope, and the entirety of the packed room told her she was exactly where she needed to be to share and to speak. The exchange of support expressed was a representation of the conversation and the dynamic Steele and Swope were facilitating. The goal was to be respectful, to listen, and to keep the political discussions to a minimum. “Let’s bring this down to COD,” said Steele often throughout the open discussion. Rizvi shared how her headscarf, a hijab, makes her and other Muslim women feel like targets. She explained accounts of being afraid to leave their homes because their beliefs were so prominent. The conversation had begun primarily with worries stemming from the election, yet more was uncovered as voices began to feel more comfortable. Student Darius Jefferson, as well as student Tariro Jakachira, shared their feelings as young African-American men, wanting for each person in the room to understand

the discrimination and prejudice so focused on them, such as being called “a nigger.” With the election as the subject, Jakachira pointed out how standpoints may be unifying to one person but terrorizing to another. Many students talked about their observations of the clique-type actions seen by members of different races. “You walk into the cafeteria and blacks are sitting with blacks, whites are sitting with whites, Asians are sitting with Asians,” said a student. “You don’t see them talking to one another.” Discrimination felt from COD’s athletics department and campus police was even shared, saying that it has been witnessed many times where campus police had given more attention to white students, while ignoring others. Students and faculty were shocked to hear this, not realizing that issues like such appeared on our own campus. A once-empty room filled with chairs, as the conversation continued. From wall to wall, community members filled the safe space. Faculty such as

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professors Derek Willis, Kenneth Gray and Dennis Emano filled the chairs. Students of all colors and interests sat and listened. Student Body President Kiley Pooler and Student Trustee Lucy Escamilla appeared to hear their fellow student’s thoughts. President Ann Rondeau was silent behind each person. With a wrinkled brow she shook her head to hear various accounts of what has happened on her campus. There were people feeling other emotions. Some were appreciated, learning there was a place to share their discomfort, but student and veteran, Zakee Smith stood up with a somber feeling of disappointment. “Where were you all before?” asked Smith. “Where were you all at our other discussions? Why is this only an issue now?” Smith continued about how the concept of discussing the diversity and racism on campus, even in the world, is not a new idea. It has happened many times with the diversity

and Inclusion workshops. Smith even shared how racism did not spring up because of the campaign and the election. It has always been an issue, he said, but now we only pay attention because a white woman did not win. Various students and faculty continued the conversation, but Steele and Swope directed the discussion on to the solutions that the student body can present so that the campus may make real, viable changes. Free classes where self-defense may be taught to men and women was brought up. Pooler even discussed a dream of hers to bring a Multicultural Center to campus, so that those of all cultures and backgrounds have a distinct place to merge and break down boundaries. A stand of solidarity seen at other schools was offered as a suggestion to the athletics department. Pooler said, there would be a show of solidarity for students in the atrium on Monday, Nov. 29, making the new safety pin symbol

the representation of the event. Emano reminded students of complete confidentiality in counseling sessions that are provided on campus for those students troubled by recent events. The largest issue uncovered was that those who witness discrimination or are victim to it, do not say anything. Steele urged students to think about the world they want, to use their voices and not be silent, to say hello to as many individuals as possible, to open as many doors as possible, and dared them to not see a change. “We need a mentality to not only love, but to speak up,” said Jakachira. “So much still needs to be done,” said Swope. The conversation, originally planned for 90 minutes, continued for nearly three hours with a handful of students. *Editor’s Note: Alizay Rizvi is the Courier’s Social Media Editor, though she did not attend the event as a Courier employee

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Q&A: Artist and

veteran, Ken Jacobs Caroline Broderick · Features Editor

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Recently, student Ken Jacobs displayed his work in the annual Student Veteran Art Gallery hosted at the Wings Student Art Gallery. With varying technique and media, Jacobs’ work keeps the mind wondering what he had been inspired by. Incorporating his past and future in his work, Jacobs expressed his military background and how he got involved with art. Caroline: Can you tell me about your time in the military? What branch were you involved with? How long were you in the armed forces? Jacobs: I enlisted in 1989. I Retired in 2011 at the rank of captain. I was in in the Army. When I was younger, I was adventurous, and now that I am older I greatly appreciate those who are currently serving. C: Each piece you have in the gallery is not named, is there a reason for this?

J: I think by leaving the pieces untitled, I eliminate any bias the viewer may get from the title. Titles are for things with value. For example, when I write the word “Soldiers”, I always capitalize the word. Soldiers are of great importance. I imagine that most if not all leaders write this way. Soldier in my world is a great title. In contrast, the pieces I have exhibiting are of far less value, and for that matter, do not address anything important, really at all. The sculptures are about materials, space, shape and size. The sculpture that consists of three boards and three marble balls has a real conversation about contrast of wood and stone. The piece has nice space, as it works wonderfully well around the pillar that rises from floor to ceiling in the Wings Student Gallery. There is texture contrast, wood vs stone, dark aged rotted cedar boards, straight, weathered to rough corners and laying upon smooth, fresh, pieces of marble stone, in spheres.

This creates a dialogue about time, a fundamental element like materials, shape and size. It creates a sense of balance, the precarious nature of so many things in life. C: Which piece of your work currently in the gallery has the most symbolism or meaning to you? Why? J: I like the egocentric globe painting on canvas. Opening day, I spent some time discussing geography with three young students, freshmen I think. That is what really gives me an "Oh, Wow!" moment. When a painting can get students talking, sharing, conjecturing, and reflecting about their role as citizens of the world, I can only conclude that the painting is successful. C: You use many different media in your work such as ceramics, wood and paint. Why is this?

stuff out there for someone to see, I get a little nervous. So by keeping my themes simple and using found objects, I am protecting my fragile artist’s ego. I also save some cash by using found objects, which is always nice. C: How long have you been creating art? J: I have a painting on my wall from when I was in second grade. My mother saved it, framed it, and gave it to me when I got married. The faculty at College of DuPage is what really captured my attention and granted me an opportunity to become a better artist. I had a great awakening on the right side of my brain, when I took Drawing I over at the MAC in 2011. The ability to make art is in all of us. I hope my work inspires others to examine their immediate environment, and explore artistic opportunities.

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F E AT U R E S

Pokémon Sun and Moon Review: A new beginning Alex Garcia · Sports Editor

Game:

“Pokémon Sun

and Moon”

Litten

You wake up on your birthday, and you are overjoyed that today is the day you begin an amazing journey, filled with excitement and adventure. This is the feeling that all young trainers have when they begin their very first Pokemon journey. For older fans of the game franchise, you know this feeling all too well. On November 19th, the newest Pokemon game in the franchise hit the market. In Sun and Moon, trainers are introduced to the Alolan Region, which is based off the islands of Hawaii: t h e soft sand of the beache s , the kind citizens, the waves crashing onto the coasts, a n d t h e many interesting and unique towns to explore. This is the first game in the franchise

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System: Nintendo 3DS

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where an entire region has been made up of islands. Not to mention being under the hot sun all day, or the illuminant moon, since the games are set 12 hours apart. There have been a lot of interesting design choices for Sun and Moon, and this is something that trainers have been conflicted about. One of the best examples is the fire starter Litten.

While Litten starts off as an adorable fire kitten, many trainers feared that it would evolve into a fire and fighting type, which would have been the fourth time in a row for the main stream games. Thankfully this wasn’t the case, the problem with its design is that it looks like a professional wrestler, awkwardly giving it a fire and dark typing. There will always have

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trainers who complain about the new Pokemon, but the Alolan types have been some of the most creative I have seen in any Pokemon game. Alolan forms are new versions of old Pokemon that have migrated to the Alola region. The most infamous being Executor, which from the first generation is a stubby coconut plant with three heads, but with its new Alolan form it becomes a very, very tall palm tree. There are many more that have been added, and is a nice treat to old trainers who have fond memories of playing Pokemon Red/Blue/Yellow back in the day of the first generation. Sun and Moon really took a big step into changing the iconic Pokemon game formula. In the previous games, your goal was to challenge a system of eight strong trainers in which you defeat and earn badges from, before

being able to go on to challenge the best five trainers in the game. In Sun and Moon, the game made up a new challenge in the form of Pokemon trials. The trials are challenges that the trainer must go through that involves miscellaneous tasks leading up to fighting a totem Pokemon, the boss Pokemon of the trial, or even fighting a trial master which is the trainer who leads the trail. I love this concept, and I think many trainers are happily surprised with how challenging the game was even without the gym leaders. Pokemon has always been a classic RPG type of video game, allowing you to pick Pokemon, explore, level up, and defeat your ultimate challenge and rivals. Sun and Moon was able to give trainers a new experience, while still sticking true to its nostalgic RPG roots and including a more interactive, and explora-

tion based s t o r yline. There is much depth that was put into the game, and while perhaps there is more dialogue than is needed, but it is nice that the franchise is finally adding a lot more to the story. Pokemon games needed a change. I think Sun and Moon was the perfect solution to what the franchise needed. It’s a beautiful game that is well developed, design and story-wise, with the addition of the new goofy antagonists “Team Skull”, your lovable rival Hau, and the intrinsic, interesting and fresh storyline. The game really makes you feel as if you are taking day-to-day journeys in a whole new environment, teeming with Pokemon and ripe for exploration. It is one of the best story plots, hands down, and is definitely in my top three favorite Pokemon games to date.

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OPINION EDITORIAL

Thank you, Joe

Celebrating over 10 years of commitment to COD Over the past two years, Joseph Collins has been enveloped in the reformation period of the College of DuPage after former COD President Robert Breuder’s departure. As interim president, he did everything he could to keep the college afloat internally while working towards mending many issues the college faced with the time frame he was given. His time as a vice president showed his commitment to the student body through working with universities to meet the needs of our student body by developing more streamlined transfer agreements. His experience in higher education administration, as well as his over 30 years of experience in community colleges, carried him through the ranks at COD from starting as an associate vice president all the way up to interim president of the college. He should be remembered as a man who did everything he could to serve the students of District 502. After Breuder was put on administrative leave during the spring semester by the Board of Trustees, Collins was appointed with the task of taking on the responsibilities of the college president on top of his executive vice presidential duties. Over

his 14-month tenure as placed COD under prointerim president, Collins bation due to “concerns had a hand in guiding the related to operating with college through tumultu- integrity and governance ous political turmoil and of the College.” Through this chaos, dealing with our school’s Collins served on the accreditation probation. When Collins first as- HLC Institutional Acsumed office, the Board of tions Council, which apTrustees was led by Kathy proves accreditation Hamilton, and controlled activities for its by her and the Clean Slate; members, for Deanne Mazzochi, Frank COD. He Napolitano and Charles w o r k e d Bernstein. These four in- w i t h dividuals led the charge to f a c u l t y fire Breuder and ran head u n i o n first into attempting to fix r e p r e the problems left behind s e n t a by the former administra- t i v e s tion. Seven months after to help Hamilton was appointed s m o o t h chairwoman, she stepped out the down due to “personal rea- i n t e r n a l sons” as stated in her resig- t e n s i o n between nation letter. The newly split board the colcould not work together lege’s adon most, if any, issues at the ministration meetings due to both lack and faculty. He of attendance by veteran told the Courimembers Joseph Wozniak, er in a previous Dianne McGuire and Erin interview, reBirt, and their apprehen- flecting on sion to work with Interim w h e n Chairwoman Mazzochi. On top of this dysfunction, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the coll e g e ’s accreditation f i r m , COURIER ARCHIVES

EDITORIAL BOARD EDITOR-IN-CHIEF LUCAS KOPROWSKI PHOTO EDITOR BETHANY BERG FEATURES EDITOR CAROLINE BRODERICK SPORTS EDITOR ALEX GARCIA

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he was interim president, that his greatest accomplishment was “focusing on doing what we can institutionally to get this sanction removed.” After the political chaos died down with David Olsen’s inauguration to the board, t h e school went

back to business as usual, and trustees were able to go through an agenda without questioning if they will have enough votes to even call a meeting. Collins was there with the board, assisting in matters of his expertise, whether it was internal operations or giving input to public concerns, all while the tension within the board was burning hot. He was a neutral and steadying force which served to benefit the community and board members alike. After Ann Rondeau took the presidency on July 1, Collins moved back to his executive vice president position to only be shifted back to his 2011 position as vice president of academic affairs. The change occurred due to Rondeau eliminating the executive vice president position within her first month of office. During his time as vice president of academic affairs, Collins had a hand in building new

transfer agreements with schools like University of Illinois at Chicago and Northern Illinois University. In conjunction with this, he worked to curb academic dishonesty within COD classroom’s by building a committee to review the college’s policy towards cheating. The committee, headed by Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Emmanuel Awuah, has begun an internal investigation and analysis of student plagiarism due to a recent study showing 14 percent of students attending COD in the 2016 spring semester were caught cheating by 389 responding faculty members. This is something we at the Courier are going to be looking into going forward. Due to Collin’s constant commitment to the students, faculty and the college itself, we at the Courier would like to thank him for his service and time at COD. His resolve during tumultuous times, on top of his constant standard of excellence for the college, is what led him to climb the administrative ranks over the past 11 years as well allowed him to shine as a caring and charismatic figure.

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SPORTS

2016: The year of the underdog Teams who altered the history books this past year

Alex Garcia · Sports Editor

2016 is almost over, and like every year, it has gone by in a flash. It feels like just the other day I was watching football with my family, and on the field for the Chicago Bears was Rex Grossman. Now, almost a decade later, the Bears are still in the epitome of mediocre. Not to mention the banged up Cutler, but love or hate the Bears 2016 has been a historic year for a lot of sports organizations. Time always either feels like it's taking too long or it isn't going by fast enough. Since this year is coming to an end, let's look back on all the great moments and memories from this past year. I'm sure many will argue that the most memorable moment in sports history this year was the Chicago Cubs win over the Cleveland Indians in the 2016 World Series. The entire city of Chicago felt such joy after 108 long years, and the Cubs finally pulled through to win it. Im sure there are still fans that are just thinking to themselves “wow it finally happened.” Then there are some who want time to speed up, like the fans of the Cleveland Browns. Brown fans are hoping the season could just be over, especially since the Browns are 12 weeks into the season without a win. If they finish the season without a win, it will be the first time they would record a season

without single victory. It's been almost a year since the Browns have won a game, the last time they did was December 14th, 2015, against the San Francisco 49ers. The Sheriff and all time greatest NFL player Peyton Manning retired at the end of Super Bowl 50 after defeating the most successful Carolina Panthers team in their franchise history, with a record of 151. There was no other way to end 50 years of Super Bowl celebrations, as they came and went, with the Denver Broncos sending Peyton Manning off into the sunset with a final ring. Manning leads all quarterbacks in NFL history in almost every category, most impressively touchdown passes with 539, the most in NFL history. The Pittsburgh Penguins won the Stanley Cup again for the 5th time in NHL history. They are one of 3 teams that have won the Stanley Cup five times. They are celebrating 50 years of hockey and are in the mix of their division. Now that the Cubs can join these teams in being champions in 2016, they aren't the only team that can celebrate a long awaited victory. While the Indians came up short, and the Browns are winless, Cleveland was still able to have one team bring a trophy to the rock and roll capital of the world. The Cleve-

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land Cavaliers won the NBA Championship and brought back a lot of fans for Cleveland. Not only did they manage to win the championship for the first time in history, they were able to give the fans in Cleveland the boost they needed to still keep faith. It was LeBron James’ third Championship, and he was a big contribution in lead the Cavaliers to their very first NBA Championship. Of course, who can forget the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics? America was showcased and took 27 Gold medals back to the states, the most gold medals taken by any county in the Olympics this year. Keeping the United States atop all countries with the most gold medals won. I'd also like to take a moment to recognize all the players that we have lost this year. Will Smith, one of the best defensive players that ever played for the New Orleans Saints, tragically died after he got into a fender bender, and the crazed man of the other car pulled out a gun and killed him. The fact that this was over something as small as a fender bender is absolutely tragic and shameful. The young talent from the Miami Marlins Jose Fernandez passed away recently on September 25th, the night before a big game, in a tragic boat-

ing accident in Miami. The Cuban born player had such potential and love for baseball. And let's not forget one of, if not the greatest, golfer of all time Arnold Palmer passed

away i n his late life due to a cardiovascular disease he was fighting. He will always be remembered for revolutionizing the game of golf. With the month of December still still coming, the Super Bowl right around the corner, basketball is firing up, and hockey season underway, there's still a lot to look forward to in 2017.

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Cringe - Matt Maeson Genre: Alternative-Rock Sounds Like: Lostboycrow, sirenXX Listening to Matt Maeson’s latest track, “Cringe”, is like hearing a genuine, painful story with a catchy beat behind it. A memory turned into a fun song, with lyrics that get stuck in your head even if you don’t have an ex-significant other. This song is infectious. There’s really no other way to put it, the heavy rock influences, the anthemic catchy lyrics, the guitar thrum that immerses you within the first few bars. The second release off of his 2017 EP, “Who Killed Matt Maeson.” Maeson has given us spectacular tracks so far, and I’m very excited to see what is released next! -Beth

I Can Talk - Two Door Cinema Club Genre: Indie Alt Sounds like: Passion Pit, The Wombats This past Black Friday, while most of Chicagoans were resting after relentlessly battling for the best deals, me and a few friends attended one of the most mind blowing concerts of my entire life. I’ve never been to a “real” concert before this event, and I was sceptical as to why people even go to them until I felt the atmosphere and energy of this ballroom jam packed with people to the brim of this sold out show exploding. “I Can Talk” was my favorite song of the night, due to how the dancefloor almost started moshing, jumping up and down and gyrating as the high-tempoed beat flowed through every single person.. -Lucas

Waiting for Superman - Daughtry Genre: Rock Sounds like: Because of you, Kelly Clarkson The main artist, and who the band is named after, Chris Daughtry was a finalist on the 5th season of American idol, and since then his career skyrocketed. This song was the first song released from their 4th album, Baptized, in 2013. This song takes a break from their routine like heavy rock music, guitar solos, and grunge tone. The song is more down to earth and showcases Daughtry’s smooth vocals as he sings a take we all can relate to. However, not everything can be like a superhero comic, and the song relates to the listener by giving them a sense of understanding. Doing what’s right can be hard, especially knowing it’s without reward, but those little things can make you someone’s superman. -Alex

When We’re Fire - Lo-Fang Genre: Indie pop Sounds like: Mikky Ekko, Banks The first time I heard Lo-Fang, it was live at the Aragon Ballroom when I was a sophomore in high school waiting for Lorde to perform. The demure, seemingly timid artist stood on stage with just a microphone and a violin next to him. His interesting vocals, ranging from high to low, were calming and intriguing. The moment he took out his violin and began to play it with his indie sound, it was like nothing I had ever heard. Though it has been years since Lo-Fang has been on the radar, I still dream for the time he will end his silence. -Caroline

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COFFEE BREAK SUDOKU

No. 310

Medium

8 9 7 7 6 8 8 9 6 7 4 5 3 4 2 5 3 1 2 4 2 3

7 6

1 4

8 6 3

5 6

7 9 1 8

2 5

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5 4 6 7 9 8 8 6

3 2 4 2 3 5 2 1 5 3 7 9 8 6 7 4 2 9 8 6 5 3 6 7 5 4 8

3 4 2 5 7 8

Tough

Previous solution - Medium

8 7 1 5 6

7 8 6 1 5 9 3 4 4 2 3

8 3 1

6 9 5 7 5 9 7

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CLASSIFIEDS

1 3

Previous solution - Tough

9 7 4 2 3 5 6 8 1

8 7 5 6 7 9 1 7 6 9 1 3 8 6 1 3 7 2 5 1 4 8 7 8 2

2 5 8 6 1 4 9 7 3

1 3 6 7 8 9 4 2 5

6 1 5 9 2 3 7 4 8

8 4 2 5 6 7 3 1 9

3 9 7 8 4 1 5 6 2

4 8 3 1 9 6 2 5 7

5 6 1 3 7 2 8 9 4

7 2 9 4 5 8 1 3 6

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SUDOKU

No. 311

How to beat Str8ts – Like Sudoku, no single number can repeat in any row or column. But... rows and columns are divided by black squares into compartments. These need to be filled in with numbers that complete a ‘straight’. A straight is a set of numbers with no gaps but can be in any order, eg [4,2,3,5]. Clues in black cells remove that number as an option in that row and column, and are not part of any straight. Glance at the solution to The solutions will be published here in the next issue. see how ‘straights’ are formed.

STR8TS 4

Very Hard

9 6 7 8 5 4

4 5 6 8 7 7 8 4 3 2 1 1 3 2

6 5 2 2 3 3 4 6 7 5 9 1 8

1 2 3 4 9 5 6 8 7

2 1 4 9 8

7 6

No. 311

Easy

Previous solution - Very Hard

5 1 7 3 9 4 6 2 8

2 6 6 5 3 9 1 1 4 8 7 3 4 8 4 2 6 2 4 3 9

9 2 3

7 1

No. 310

Previous solution - Easy

STR8TS

8 9 6 7 2 5 3 1 4

3 2 4 8 1 6 7 5 9

1 8 3 9 5 7 2 4 6

4 7 2 6 3 1 9 8 5

6 5 9 2 4 8 1 7 3

9 3 1 5 8 2 4 6 7

2 6 5 4 7 3 8 9 1

7 4 8 1 6 9 5 3 2

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