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CAMPUS RECOGNIZES THE OUTSTANDING

LIFE

NEWS

Graduation.

Congratulations to the Spring 2012 graduates. Some grads share their excitement.

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Physics in action!

The physics department hosted an event which included bus loads of children and a catapult.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Break Ideas.

Finals will soon come to an end, reward yourself with a vacation within your budget.

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NEWS

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May 01, 2012

Recognizing outstanding students, faculty, and staff Campus Awards.

Faculty and staff recognize and celebrate students’ and others’ hard work and accomplishments.

Rachel Bailey Staff Writer On Wed., April 25, the Westminster campus held its annual Campus Awards acknowledging and showing appreciation towards those who have gone out of their way to make a difference in the lives of those around them. The awards ceremony had over 100 people in attendance, including instructors, students, and administrative staff. Deanna Sanchez, Administrative Assistant at FRCC and organizer of the campus awards, spent many hours preparing for the ceremony, including the plaques and awards that were not delivered until the morning of the event.

There were 14 different catego-

LEFT: Sarah Kidder listens to a teacher’s praise for her hard work.

TOP: The crowd proudly supports the nominees. Photos by Lizz Mullis

ries of awards given, such as Outstanding Student Employee, Master Instructor Award for both full- and part-time instructors, and the Outstanding Department Award. Recipients for some of the awards include Erin Bonich, Nacia Castillo, Amber Hilmas, and Kathleen Timbol for the Vice President’s Service Award, Ava Thao for Outstanding Student Em-

ployee, Ann Mitchell received the Master Part-Time Instructor Award, Ryan Daughterty earned the Master Teacher award, and Student Services was awarded the Outstanding Department Award.

Service awards were also given to staff and faculty who have served at Front Range for numerous years. The five-year award was given to Linda

NSO.

Calvert, Heather Carleton, Kelli Cole, Michael R. Hogan, Loudmela Kargar, Valerie Kisiel, Hyand Lor, Marian Maharas, Ashley Maloney, Sheena Martin, Sue Morfit, Kathy Mullins, Karen Novac, Myra Pasco, and Janine Rowsey. The 10-year award was given to Carol Abbott, Meredith Bolles, Shaun Crowley, Chico Garcia, Angela Raveczky, Gerald Rog-

ers, James Stepanek, and Julie Voss.

Staff, who has been with FRCC for 15 years, are Mark Eller, Angelica McMillan, and Lou Montgomery.

The 20-year service award was presented to Mike Cost, Mary Mattson, Carole Peters, George Smith, and Bao Xiong. These individuals are irreplaceable and extremely valuable to the success of FRCC. All who were recognized, and even those who were not, are greatly appreciated for their service and contribution to Front Range.

I-25 Construction.

Update for New Student Major road renovations Orientation program Construction to affect summer travel.

Incoming students receive the guidance they need from FRCC volunteers.

Students will be welcomed with a large presentation, as is traditional for NSO, and will then split into smaller groups for tours and activities. Amy Rosdil, Director of Student Life and chair of the NSO Committee, is leading this

Benjamin Allen Staff Writer The New Student Orientation Committee, or NSO, is changing this year’s New Student Orientation event.

Two orientation sessions, July 18, and three sessions, August 15, will be held for new students looking to learn more about the school and campus before the term starts.

This year, instead of one date and a conference style schedule, there will be two dates and new students will be placed in small groups for a more personable experience.

change to provide a more intimate and studentfocused orientation for incoming students. Breaking 150 students into groups of fifteen will allow more individual students’ needs and questions to be met.

The orientation will also include live music and a catered lunch for the morning and afternoon groups, as well as all FRCC WC faculty and staff. A three-credit scholarship drawing is winnable for any orientation attendee of

the Fall 2012 semester. It is important to note that signing up is required for this event.

Not only will this reservation aid the NSO in anticipating the number of participants, but will also help place students into groups with peers and leaders who share common interests.

Over sixty students and campus faculty have volunteered so far to help orientate new students in the smaller groups. Every volunteer is required to attend a training session to ensure they are equipped with all of the answers new students will be after. If you attend FRCC, there is a strong chance you attended the New Student Orientation event before you attended classes. The NSO Committee is working to make every student experience smoother and more accessible.

Benjamin Allen Staff Writer

Several construction projects will slow the flow of traffic this coming summer. Many improvements along Interstate Twenty-five (I-25), as well as construction on U.S. highway thirty-six are certain to add to any motorist’s drive time. The ongoing bridge replacement at I-25 and 84th avenue is set to be complete this October.

Expansions and repair will also take place further south on the interstate, at Alameda avenue, Santa Fe drive, near 15th avenue, and where I-25 crosses the South Platte River. U.S. highway 36, a common route to Boulder, will undergo several improvements. No date is set for the completion of the U.S. 36 improvements, but the high-

way will be updated with lane widening, bus stations at key commuter points, and a bikeway for bicycle commuters. For the duration of the I-25 and Santa Fe Drive project, ending this July, Santa Fe drive is cut off from taking the southbound I-25 exit ramp. Detours signs are posted directing drivers from Santa Fe to Mississippi, then to Broadway, where I-25 access is available.

All of these projects affect major highways. Alternate routes may take just as much time as waiting in traffic during construction. An effective plan may be to add fifteen to twenty minutes onto your current commute.

Fortunately, many of these construction projects are located away from the FRCC campus, minimizing the impact to commuting students on the commuter campus.

More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Transportation website.

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A fond farewell to 2012 graduates Graduation.

FRCC bids farewell to the class of 2012.

Rachel Bailey Staff Writer With the end of the semester drawing near, spring is always a bittersweet time when students graduate and say goodbye as they move on to a new chapter in their lives. It is often more difficult to send off graduating classes at a community college because students often attend longer than four semesters. With sadness also comes excitement for each student as each pursue

their goals and achieve their dreams.

FRCC is proud to announce that 246 students are graduating with one of four Associates degree in Arts, Science, Applied Science, or General studies. There are also 352 students graduating with one of more than 100 certificates, including Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Nursing.

“The class was challenging and exhilarating,” states EMS student, Greg Moore.

“It is challenging, both inside and outside the classroom, creating a unique atmosphere with fellow classmates,” states Mitch Detwiler, EMS student. This is the second to last, single semester graduating class.

The program is transitioning over to training students over a period of two semes-

ters starting in the fall.

Gina Reed is graduating this semester through the Nursing program and “love[ed] the small class size and personable professors; they care so much,” states Reed, “I have felt a lot of support from the nursing staff and really appreciate that they care about the students. FRCC is a great program.”

On May 10, graduating students will be given the opportunity to attend a commencement at the Denver Merchandise Mart. The ceremony, open and free to anyone who wants to attend, begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5 p.m. Graduates and attendees are welcome to join a reception immediately following the ceremony.

For many years the Children’s Place atop the hill at FRCC provided a multitude of services to the students at FRCC. On April 23, it was announced that the day-care center would be closing its doors. With the campus’, along with the rest of the economy’s finances in decline, it was decided that the Children’s Place was more of a cost then a benefit to the Westminster Campus.

FRCC offers new courses

Rachel Bailey Staff Writer

TOP: Nursing student, Gina Reed, in her official nursing uniform. BOTTOM: EMS graduating class of spring 2012. TOP ROW (from left to right): Deborah, Levi, Mitch, Vincent, Wade, Dane, Erik, Sean, and Amber; BOTTOM ROW: Carlos, Eric, Jennifer, Zoe, Autumn, Tarah, Joshua, and Gregory; FRONT: Greg Russell – EMS Instructor. Photos by Rachel Bailey

FRCC’s Children’s Place closure effective June 29 Along with the obvious perk of being able to drop off ones child then while at work or attending classes on campus, the day-care center was originally used as a teaching center for those in early-childhood education programs. Future teachers and day-care workers could gain first-hand experience interacting with young children, and hone their teaching skills right on campus. However, the Children’s Place is no longer used as a learning lab for student-teachers, so the center is not quite as

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Added classes, sections, and new certificates available to students for Fall 2012.

Children’s Place.

Vina Sitthisay Staff Writer

May 01, 2012

useful as it once was.

Trends have shown that the day-care center has been consistently losing enrollment. According to Therese Brown, Vice President, the early development center has lost $658,000. In previous years, this loss could be absorbed by the profits made it textbook sales; however, due to e-readers, the paper book is becoming a rarely purchased item.

Because of this loss in funding, the decision was made to close the center.

The Children’s Place is sched-

uled to permanently shut its doors on June 29, 2012.

Photo courtesy of www.frontrange.edu

As summer and fall semester registration is well underway and the spring semester nearing the end, registering for classes can be a very confusing and tedious process. While many students may already have their courses planned out, some may be unaware of the new classes and certificate programs what will be offered at Front Range.

Retail Management is a newly offered certificate program offered at the Westminster campus.

This certification is geared towards students who may not be able to pursue a two- or four-year degree, but would like to improve their work skills. Classes are typically offered during the evening for working adults and the certificate can be obtained in about a year. While some classes for the certificate are already offered, the remaining required classes are expected to be taught in the near future. For more information about the Retail Management Certificate, please see the Catalog Addendum that will be published in the new few months.

To encourage and support growth of the local economy in Colorado, the Architectural Engineering Department has recently added a new course in sustainable energy, ENY 101. This new course introduces energy technologies in use today and those that are in the research stage as possible alternatives. Presents technologies including active solar heating, passive solar heating, wind energy systems, biomass, photovoltaics, co-generation, low and high head hydro, hydrogen, geothermal, power towers and energy-storage systems.

Other newly added classes available are COM 220 – Intercultural Communication, which will be offered as a Guaranteed Transfer (GT) course, PHI 142 – New Testament, BIO 115 – Human Genetics, and MGD – Game Design—a course that has not been offered in over a year. For more information about these courses and certificate programs, contact Student Advising at (303) 404-5438, or stop by in the new Student Service Center.

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LIFE

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THE FRONT PAGE Editor-in-Chief Kathleen Timbol Associate Editor Curtis Halley Copy Editor Helen Satchwell Noah Karp

GOOD LUCK

to The Front Page’s very own Wivina Sitthisay, Candidate for Miss Asian American 2012.

Staff Philip Pohlman, Writer Vina Sitthisay, Writer Rachel Bailey, Writer Benjamin Allen, Writer Lizz Mullis, Photojournalist

Newspaper Advisors Amy Rosdil Jason Wright The entire content of The Front Page is copyrighted by the FRCC Board of Publications. No part of the publication may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. The staff of The Front Page is encouraged to subscribe to the principles of the Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics.

Inquiries may be referred to the Office of Human Resources, 3645 W. 112th Avenue, Westminster CO 800312199, (303-466-8811); The Director of Affirmative Action for the Colorado College System, 9101 E. Lowry Blvd., Denver CO 80230-6011; or to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Dept. of Education, 1961 Stout St., Denver CO 80204

CORRECTION FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE: The Front Page Newspaper erroneously reported that Spring Fling 2012 was organized by Student Life. The event was actually organized, planned, and executed specifically by the Student Government Association.

May 01, 2012

Q+A: Orientation Crew Kathleen Timbol Editor-in-Chief

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ome of the New Student Orientation “OCrew” share why they believe they will be successful as leaders as well as qualities they want to gain from the experience.

Morgan Hayes: “I hope to meet new people, acquire awesome leadership skills, and above all else, have fun!”

Daniel J. Bunt: “I have found that interacting with others always adds to my life/experiences. I expect that I will sharpen my skills, learn new ways of doing things, and most of all positively affect others.”

Jamie Marie Shenefelt: “I hope to broaden my skills, my knowledge, of the school and, of course, meet my peers who have similar goals.”

Amber Hilmas: “Serving as an O-crew member I hope that I will ease the fears of new students starting college, be that recognizable friendly face in the halls that others know they can come to if questions arise, and I hope to encourage others to get involved and enjoy the college experience. I would also like the opportunity to build a stronger resume while networking with faculty, staff, and students in a fun environment.”

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Musical Finals

LIFE

May 01, 2012

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Rachel Bailey Staff Writer

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inals week for students enrolled in a music class at Front Range is very different than for most other students. While an exam or quiz will not be taken, a final performance is near in the future. From April 26 to May 3, there are five different recitals and performances from students in Music 151, 131,132, 141, and 142.

Music 151, directed by Andrew J. Halladay, is an ensemble, including choir, orchestra, and jazz. This semester features a class of about 16 choir students who meets once a week.

Music 151’s performance is on Thur., April 26 at 7 p.m. The choir will be singing five pieces of music, including “Summer Nights” from Grease.

Music 131 and 132 teach guitar, piano, and voice fundamentals. This course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. MUS 131 and 132 are taught by Steven E. Denny, Kevin M. Garry, and Lee Ann Scherlong.

Public performances will take place on April 30 at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Students will also put on a private and group recital on May 3.

Music 141 and 142 are private instruction courses that offer students private lessons, lasting between 30 and 60 minutes, once a week. This semester, FRCC offered private voice lessons with Lee Ann Scherlong, who primarily teaches at the Larimer campus. Music 141 and 142 have private voice recitals on May 1.

Music classes will be performing in the Visual and Performing Arts Gallery (VPAG). Each is between one- and two-credit hours, meeting briefly one-to-two days a week. These classes are a great way for students to get the needed amount of credit hours each semester, while still doing something they enjoy.

For more information about these or any other music classes at FRCC, call or visit Student Advising, or call Kevin Garry, Director of Music Studies, at 303-404-5590.

The Front Page Newspaper is now hiring editors for the 2012 Fall Semester!

If you know how to use Adobe InDesign or have past leadership experience in a news team, pick up an application in Student Life or room S0104 ASAP.

Summer job hunt made easy

Bombs away!

Physics class holds catapult competition.

Vina Sitthisay Staff Writer

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aseballs flew across the dirt lot on the hill next to FRCC Westminster’s parking lot on Tues. April 24 as small children launched the balls out of their own catapults.

FRCC’s Physics Department held a catapult competition for their students, and joined forces with STEM Choice Public School to make a day of force and propulsion. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

The event was held so that the physics students could test their knowledge of physics against real-world application. Attendance to this competition earned physics students extra credit receiving points for distance, accuracy and costume. Teams were encouraged to dress up in themes.

Extra points could be earned if a team had fans that were also in costume. The total number of team points was then divided by the number of team members for the overall extra credit score.

The catapult competition was not only held for FRCC students, but was also held for the first and second graders from STEM Choice Public School. The children are taught a different curriculum than regular public schools; currently, they are focusing on force and propulsion.

What better way to learn about that then to build a catapult? The children worked with students from The Colorado School of Mines to build their catapults before bringing them to FRCC. The event was a soaring success, as the baseballs propelled college students and children

Vina Sitthisay Staff Writer

LEFT: STEM students experiment with force and dynamics.TOP: Catapult Competition contestant tinkers with his design.

Photos by Vina Sitthisay

alike toward a brighter education.

Exciting as it is that summer vacation is just days away, that fact does not mean the end of all responsibilities for everyone.

Rather, the beginning of summer vacation usually means the beginning of a whole new set of job responsibilities. To be completely honest, it is a little late for a job search. Most of the good summer jobs are obtained earlier in the spring. Here are some ideas to help students search for a summer job.

First, make a solid resume.

Even if you are not planning to get a fancy or long-term job, a resume is always a good idea. If the place you are applying to has an application, fill it out and return it with the resume as a supplemental addition to the application.

This looks good to the employer, and makes you look like a hardworking employee that will put in the extra effort.

Next, make list of the places or types of places where you would like to work. Then dress accordingly and visit those places with a winning attitude and a smile,

resumes in hand. Ask if they are hiring; even if they say no, ask for an application. Fill out the application and leave it along with the resume and a firm handshake, then ask for the card of someone to contact about the position. This leaves a good impression.

The next tip is to go shopping! Peruse the malls, looking for stores that are hiring. This is in case the first-choice options do not pull through. The retail industry has a high turnover rate, so it is easier to get a job at a store in the mall because the employment is always changing. On top of that, stores are busy during the holidays and summer, so the extra help will be needed.

After the right steps to get a job have been taken, do not just sit around and wait. Although patience is key, idleness is not. Wait a few days for the places to call; if they do not call, then call them and leave a polite, but forward message about the desired position. When these steps are taken, with a little bit of luck a summer job should not be hard to find.

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Levitate Festival lifts First Bank Center Paper Diamond impresses crowd with sounds and visuals

Vina Sitthisay Staff Writer On Fri., April 20, the First Bank Center was afloat during Levitate music festival as electronic harmonies and flashing lights pulsated from the inside.

Paper Diamond opened the night just like their style: fresh. Their agile rhythms made the crowd begin to bounce in unison. The synthetic sounds were building on each other, making the audience dance more wildly, and although there were many distinct layers of sound, they all blended together beautifully to form a funky, fresh sound.

The smooth melodies were enough to make one eventually begin to zone out; however, when it is least expected Paper Diamond changes the direction of the sound texture. The melody is still smooth but there is slightly new feel to it. Paper Diamond’s agile synthesizing gives off a feeling of airy lightness, making it easy to get lost in the beats.

As the sound flows and the beats build anticipation, the drop hits. Paper Diamond’s drops may not be as hard-hitting as other artists’, but they still erupt. As the bass drops, the beats and harmonies get more complex, like an explosion of texture. If it were a flavor, the sound would be like an explosion of taste, stimulating every region of the taste buds. The music has a rich flavor, without the heavy undertones.

As the mind was sent dashing through the melodies, the visual aspect of the show coalesced nicely. The setup was simple and aesthetically pleasing. Experiencing Paper Diamond was not so much a musical mauling, like some electronic shows, but more of a flirtation with the senses, light and fun.

DJ Shadow plays his set inside an orb.

Photo by Lizz Mullis

ENTERTAINMENT

May 01, 2012

Nero “dub-steps” into Denver Concert Review.

Lights, vocals, and melody wows audiences.

Vina Sitthisay Staff Writer The heat in the venue could be felt from outside the doors, radiating moisture into the air from the sold-out crowd’s dripping bodies. On April 24, Nero threw down the sickness on the turntables at Denver’s Ogden theatre with an amalgamation of live vocals, stunning light shows, and thick melodic lines. The audience went crazy time after time as Nero stimulated the senses.

After a few songs, vocalist, Alana Watson, came on to the stage, stood atop the DJ booth, and began to sing Me and You. Unaware that she would be there, the fans erupted and enthusiastically cheered her on. Few other electronic acts use live vocals, but even though it’s rare, it is equally entertaining. Watson’s

Nero’s lightshow, like their set, was an amalgamation of futuristic and retro styles. Photo by Vina Sitthisay

vocals were phenomenal and infused with the house-shaking music.

Nero’s light-fingered melodies, sound clips, and hard hitting basslines combine and invade your ear waves with electronic art. Drops are placed randomly throughout songs, sometimes after a build up and sometimes without one. This keeps the audience on their toes, not knowing when the next climax is going to hit. Regardless of when the

bassline was dropped, the crowd exploded into screams.

Each musical climax was accompanied by an equally stimulating visual display. The set up was futuristic, making the technology of our time look rustic and antique. The light show was hard like the bass and the visual effects were stunning. The audience was able to drift through the heavens and experience the magic of fractals and video art.

Nero finished their set and

Watson began to thank the crowd, realizing that curfew was still an hour away everyone in the room began screaming for an encore before the trio even left the stage. The lights turned off and the darkness shouted furiously “NERO!” After a few minutes of screaming the stage lights came back on and Nero played an encore. Afterward Watson professed her love to Denver and the people within the walls of the Ogden shouted their love back.

Act II theater production in photos Lizz Mullis Staff Photojournalist

Shelby Hermann, or the “Fool” entertains Desiree Quinonez’s character.

The cast improvises with the few props and stage they have.

Sean McCormick and Leah Duncan’s characters come to life in this comical play.

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Ideas for a fun and affordable summer break Cheaper summer break activities for the young, wild, and broke.

covers any park managed by USDA FS, NPS, USFWS, BLM and Reclamation. Both passes are available for purchase online, or at retailers such as REI.

Rachel Bailey Staff Writer

Contrary to the term, many supposed tourist attractions are still a great place for residents to enjoy.

The Royal Gorge, the Great Sand Dunes, Georgetown, The Mint, and the Coors and Budweiser factories are places that residents often do not visit because they are viewed as an attraction where only out-of-town visitors go. Living in-state gives residents an advantage over tourists in terms of scheduling tours and visiting outdoor locations during nice weather. Try something new and visit a place that people travel thousands of miles to experience.

Travel outside Colorado: If staying in the state is simply out of the question, there are plenty of fun and exciting places to visit without having to spend a lot of money to get there. Frontier Airlines has one-way flight specials to 60 destinations for as low as $54 until June 20. If you are seeking a more unique adventure, traveling by train might be an option. Amtrak travels from Denver west to Sacramento and San Francisco, CA, as well as Salt Lake City, UT, along the way.

Eastbound, it travels non-stop to

Tourist Attractions:

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tudents are faced with the same question every summer: “What are you doing over the summer?” With countless options, it can often be difficult to narrow choices down to something fun yet obtainable.

Stay in-state, or travel elsewhere.

Buy a season pass to an amusement park, or visit multiple places. Spend a lot of money or save as much as possible. Whatever the desire, here are several ideas that might help make plans or get the thought process started.

Season Passes: Buying a season pass to an amusement park is a good way to save money while still having definite plans, even after summer is over. Elitch Gardens and WaterWorld both offer affordable season passes that come with additional perks. Elitch Gardens passes are $69.99 per person, and include a free parking pass if you buy at least four. WaterWorld

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passes start at $94.99 plus tax for a Monday-through-Thursday pass, which includes coupons for discounts around the park.

The regular pass is $114.99 plus tax, and it includes a 20 percent discount around the park, a free day-ticket for a friend, and bringa-buddy discounts. WaterWorld also has Flexpay; use it to pay for season passes in two payments.

State and National Parks: Colorado is one of few states boasting dozens of state and national parks within driving dis-

tance. Residents can enjoy a mini vacation without having to leave the state or book a hotel room. Steamboat Lake, Cheyenne Mountain, Mesa Verde, Barr Lake, and Golden Gate Canyon are only a few options available within a few hours’ drive.

State and National park passes are a great way to take advantage of all that Colorado has to offer.

An annual State park pass costs $70, providing access to all 42 parks. It is also attached to the owner’s vehicle, giving access to anyone that rides along. The National Park pass is $80, which

Chicago. Each stop has connecting Amtrak trains that travel the country. Train fares cost almost as much as most roundtrip flights do, but trains offer the added experience of views, meals on board, and avoiding long TSA lines.

International Travel: Summer is a great time to travel internationally. The length of time and warm weather make traveling outside the country that much easier. Some of the most popular destinations include France, United Kingdom, Africa, Australia, and Canada.

Australia is the place to visit if you want warm, but not too hot, weather. Since they are located in the Southern Hemisphere, their seasons are opposite from North America’s, forecasting mid-60s to low-70’s. For some of the best sightseeing and well-known attractions, France or London are great choices; however, remember to bring an umbrella. Both locations are notoriously cloudy or rainy the majority of the time.

This eliminates the option for a great summer tan, and can also put a damper on outside activities. Whatever the choice, book flights early and do not forget the passport.

Get out; try something different; see new places. However the summer pans out, have fun and take a break!

Capture summer memories, whether you’re looking to save or splurge on a camera The Front Page’s very own, Lizz Mullis provides a guide to this summer’s bestrated cameras.

Lizz Mullis Staff Photojournalist

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ummer is peeking its glorious head around the corner and everyone is ready for it. This summer should be a great one, and what better way to capture it then with a great camera.

For those that want good quality and unique camera settings, the price will not be cheap, but there are plenty of different options to choose from. Whether this camera is just an accessory to snap a few photos or get pictures of every friend and memory, or a tool for the aspiring photographer this summer, all of these cameras will last well beyond the summer.

The Social Photographer: Budget Friendly:

The New Photographer:

In this age of technology smart cars and smart phones are more than common, so it is not weird for 2012 to be the year of the “smart camera.” On Samsung’s wifi-connected smart camera, the DV300F Dual LCD 16 MP, the ability to instantly share photos on any social media site is what makes this camera a winner.

Along with its countless wireless functions, this camera also has a small LCD screen on the front, making it easy to get a perfectly framed self-portrait. This camera is decently priced for its abilities, retailing around $199.

Nearly everyone has an aspiring photographer stage. That lasts about three months, and all that comes out of it is an album filled with hundreds of macro flower shots and chain-linked fences, and a few photos of someone’s smiling baby scattered in there. However, when that dream starts to become more realistic and some talent shines through, it is time to invest in an SLR. Whether it’s the Canon EOS Reb-

Spending money can be somewhat difficult when budget comes into play, that’s why the Panasonic Lumix (DMC-FH25) is perfect for the people who want good photos but have little to spend. This camera is priced around $150 and is rated as one of consumers’ favorite cameras for that price range. This camera can shoot in HD, and it has surprisingly a long zoom, quick shot, and good photo quality. The battery life is also long and dependable. The only downside to its design is the small LCD screen.

It is available in multiple colors and the perfect size for a regular point-and-shoot camera.

el T2i ($589-$999) or the Nikon D5000 ($419-$999), the debate over which one is better is endless. However, in reality it’s the photographer, not the camera, that creates the art. Word around campus is that the photographer

for The Front Page has a Canon of her own... These two cameras are pricey, but a good investment for this summer and beyond.

The Multitasker: Everyone secretly wants a tablet. Anyone can deny it, but no one can deny how cool tablets are and their endless posibilities. Surf the web, play every game ever created, get a tutorial on how to text a girl, or send an e-mail to grandma - these tablets do anything. This also includes taking photos and recording video. The best tablet for those who want to bundle a camera with thousands of other apps is the Motorola Xoom. Despite the iPad’s prestige, it is not the best rated when it comes to camera ability. The Motorola Xoom has the best camera out of all the leading tablets. It is important that the photos look as good off the tablet as they do on it, and the Xoom does that. The price is $499 and it will store up to 64 gigabytes of memory.