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SEPT. 22, 2021
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SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
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LB Assistance The LBCC Foundation Is Here to Help Overcome Student Roadblocks STORY BY DAKOTA GANGE
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Life happens. It bulldozes its way like a tornado, thrashing around new problems right when we least expect it. It takes no regard for being a student, or a parent, or for being in a special situation. Sometimes it leaves us at rock bottom, and sometimes it only throws us off course ever so slightly. When the uncertainty of life comes whipping into your world and throws that curveball getting in the way of your path to bettering your future at Linn-Benton, well that’s why the LBCC Foundation was created. The LBCC Foundation is an unintentionally hidden superhero at LBCC that steps into combat when students need help weathering the storm. Like an overprotective parent, which many don’t have, they’re here to save the day. This non-profit organization was created specifically to help our students, taking in donations from good samaritans across the community who want to help students overcome barriers in life that can affect their ability to go to school. These donors are people just like you, who pour their hearts into helping community college students get further in life. Through taking in these donations, the Foundation has set up emergency assistance funds and scholarships specifically for students. “Our donors recognize that community college students come from all different backgrounds, all walks of life. They know that the students here at community college have a lot more on their shoulders than at a typical fouryear institution. They recognize that it’s not only tuition, fees and books, that it’s living expenses, child care, food, transportation,” said Linnea Everts, Development Officer of Scholarships and Stewards at the LBCC Foundation. “In the Foundation, I have approximately four different funds that are dedicated to emergency assistance. If we discover that a student is behind on their internet bill, and then is not able to take their classes, we’re going to cover that internet bill.” “Most recently I’ve purchased tires for students, a transmission, and covered a license reinstatement fee for a student in recovery who needed to get their license in order to go to school.” Everts’ passion for helping students through tough times shines through her excitement to get the word out about the Foundation, and their funds derived specifically to help students excel. They even have a fund that covers broken glasses. Many of us know just how expensive a pair of glasses is. How can you study if you can’t see? “That’s a common one,” Everts said.
“Right now more than ever, we want every student who wants to be here to be successful. Whether that's through applying for scholarships, or getting help with emergency assistance, we want to provide that. And an emergency situation doesn’t have to be life or death, it could be that a student has a $300 electrical bill on top of rent, and that’s what’s keeping them from wanting to come back next term. Well we want to take care of that.” Everts herself has been “at rock bottom.” She knows what it’s like to have nothing, and she can’t express enough that the Foundation is here for you. Whether you’re thrown off course just a little, or a lot, there is something out there for everyone in need. Roadrunner Resource Center Contact Roadrunner Resource Center at resources@linnbenton.edu if you need any sort of help. Roadrunner Resources is here to aid with any student resource needs. If you need healthcare, insurance, have questions about tuition, food scarcity, diapers, internet, bills, or anything that is a barrier to your education, they’re here for you. In addition to emergency funds, there is money out there through scholarships, which isn’t accessed enough. Oftentimes there are scholarships that sit there without a home, just because no one applied. This money goes unused, waiting for someone in need. This includes money that not only goes towards school fees and books, but also money that can go in your pocket. The scholarship process at LBCC couldn’t be any more user friendly. In fact, you do not have to apply for each individual scholarship; LBCC offers an easy, convenient, and cohesive single general application that automatically considers you for scholarships you qualify for. And it’s not just athletes and 4.0 students who qualify. “Our scholarships are rarely merit-based. Most of our scholarships only require a 2.5 or a 2.0. We know that if there’s a student who is a single parent with three kids, and is getting a 2.8, that that student is rocking it!” Everts said. The first scholarship cycle opens Sept. 22 and runs until Oct. 22. You can apply at linnbenton.edu/tuition-and-
admission/financial-aid/scholarships.php
Additionally, students can participate in a scholarship workshop that will be held Oct. 6. It has not been decided whether this workshop will be held in person at LB, or over Zoom. Stay tuned for further details.
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First Resort Is Here to Answer All Your “How to…” School-related Questions STORY BY LEAH BIESACK The summer’s lazy haze has all but died out, clearing the air for autumn to swoop in with her lofty academic notions. Feeling overwhelmed? Excited, but maybe a tad bit confused? Likely, you’re working with a combo deal of all three. And definitively, you’re right on track. Reassurance aside, you’ve probably got a few looming questions and a couple buzzing concerns about the matter. LBCC has a great resource for every single one of them — First Resort. First Resort is the central hub to all things LBCC-related. While the
department is run by administrative professionals, their staff is largely made up of student ambassadors. This makes it nice and comfy to ask any of your wildest queries, as the ambassadors have likely had the same questions themselves at some point. Not sure how to drop a class? Want to know how to purchase textbooks with your student aid? Still trying to figure out the ins and outs of Moodle? First Resort has you covered. All-Inclusive Resort Points: How do I get in touch with First Resort? So many options! • Email or Google Hangouts Chat:
firstresort@linnbenton.edu • Phone: 541-917-4483 • Drop-in Zoom Room: linnbenton.
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• The ‘You’ve got Questions, We’ve Got Answers’ page is a great place to look, as well, located on the LBCC website: https://www.linnbenton.edu/studentservices/first-resort.php Can I meet someone in person? Totally! First Resort is located in Takena Hall, 1st Floor, next to Admissions. Their drop-in hours are Monday-Friday from 9am - 4pm. Pop in! What if they don’t know the answer?
First Resort has practically heard it all (they eat, sleep, and breathe LBCC), but if for some reason they don’t have the immediate answer for you, they’ll make absolute sure to direct you to someone who does! You’re in good hands. Insider’s Tip: First Resort is currently hiring student ambassadors! If you’re looking for a job that can fit into your school schedule, and you enjoy helping people while working with a fun crew, contact Abby at grewata@linnbenton. edu. She’d love to hear from you!
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SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
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New World Order How Covid Has Changed Campus
STORY BY DAKOTA GANGE As life continues in our new world order revolving around the pandemic, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and the LBCC Foundation Jennifer Boehmer answered these important questions for The Commuter. Who has to wear masks? Everyone? Just instructors? Students? Only the unvaccinated? Yes, following Governor Brown's executive order issued on August 27, everyone on campus is required to wear a mask indoors, as well as in outdoor settings when physical distancing is not possible. This is regardless of vaccination status. To help people who may have forgotten a mask, we will have plenty available throughout LBCC locations when fall term begins. We know mask-wearing is inconvenient, but it is a simple and effective way to keep from inadvertently infecting others and possibly causing a campus closure. Here is the language we use in the college's Rebounding Plan, which can be found on our website: Face Coverings. Consistent with the CDC’s Guidance for Institutions of Higher Education and OHA’s guidance for mask usage, LBCC requires faculty, staff, students, contractors, volunteers, and visitors across all LBCC locations to use face coverings when in indoor spaces with other people and outdoor when physical distancing cannot be maintained, regardless of vaccination status. Effective face coverings fully cover the nose and mouth. We do make exceptions for individuals who need a special accomodation and have been approved through the Center for Accessibility and Resources (CFAR). "Special accomodation" does not
mean individuals will be approved to attend class or events without face coverings; instead it means we will work to help them find ways to fulfill their educational requirements, for example through remote learning. We encourage people who have questions about approved mask exceptions to contact CFAR at cfar@linnbenton.edu. Will class size be limited to ensure social distancing? At this time, we are not requiring that our in-person classes be under a certain number of students. Will there be cleaning between classes? LBCC has taken extra precautions when it comes to cleaning and disinfecting before employees return to the office and students return to campus. Using federal COVID relief funding, Facilities has worked with a third-party vendor on our Albany Campus to clean and disinfect high touch surfaces within office spaces including light switches, doors, door frames, door handles, window ledges, keyboards, mice, desk surfaces, window ledges, table surfaces and other horizontal surfaces. Facilities crews are also leading similar cleaning at
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all of our centers. During the school year, we will be following the CDC’s recommendations for cleaning, which is to clean and sanitize surfaces once a day with the exception of some high touch-points, such as main doorways or key equipment. For high-touch points, we will have a custodian that will sanitize high touch points throughout the day. We will also have supplies in the classroom available to anyone that chooses to sanitize their space before or after class. What happens if somebody refuses to follow the rules? We are thankful that our staff and students have shown remarkable dedication to following the guidelines and working together to protect our learning environment. If you do encounter a fellow student who is refusing to follow requirements, you can speak with your instructor, or the Dean of the department, and share your concerns. For concerns about an LBCC staff member, you can contact the college's Human Resource Office, or the Office of Finance and Operations. Will there be extra masks/ cleaning supplies? Yes, extra masks and cleaning supplies will be available throughout our campus locations and within our classrooms. What percent of classes are meeting face-to-face? Here is the breakdown of our fall class modalities. (You can also find more information in our Fall 2021 Education Plan found here): linnbenton.edu/educational-options/ fall-2021-offerings.php
Face-to-face offerings: 30% Hybrid offerings (meaning a combination of face-to-face and remote): 20% Virtual (meaning synchronous learning): 20% Online (meaning asynchronous learning): 30% Community Education (noncredit classes): 13% will be face-to-face and the remainder will be held remotely/ online. What programs have most or all of their classes on campus? LBCC offers many careertechnical programs that require handson learning opportunities so we have worked hard to be able to offer inperson labs to students in those areas. They include programs that fall in areas
like Health, Agriculture, Mechatronics, etc. Most programs are offered in combination: the lectures are held online or remotely, and the in-person components meet on campus. Will people be able to remove their masks in order to eat and drink? And if so, will there be a designated area to do so, such as the courtyard, cafeteria, or coffee shop? Yes, people can remove their masks to eat, though we ask everyone to please practice physical distancing. The Courtyard Café will offer limited seating for dining in; the Commons will offer carryout only. Our coffee shop, Roast Runners, will not be open in the fall term. The Santiam Restaurant will be closed as well. Will the drinking fountains be accessible? What about the water bottle filling dispensers? Drinking fountains will not be accessible but water bottle filling dispensers will be available -- we have added many more stations on all of the campuses. Are there many hand sanitizer dispensers on campus? Yes, hand sanitizer dispensers are available at most of the main entrances and at locations throughout LBCC's campus and centers. Do we plan to regulate large groups from congregating? If so, how? Yes, at this time formal special events outside the classroom are limited to 10 people or less and are asked to go through an approval process. Informally, we are asking our students and staff to help limit the size of gatherings to help reduce the chance of spreading the virus. Where can you find more information? We know the guidelines and restrictions concerning coronavirus have been challenging and evolving across our state and community. To help, LBCC posts regular updates on our COVID-19 website, found here: linnbenton.edu/about-lbcc/college services/safety/covid19/index.php
We are so thankful to our entire college for working together on behalf of our students and community!
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LOCAL NEWS
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
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The Filtered-out Five Best Local [Muddy] Watering Holes to Hole Up and Study; Corvallis, Albany and Lebanon STORY BY LEAH BIESACK Here’s the deal. You’re going to need to do a lot of homework this year, and you’re going to need to be awake for pretty much
all of it. While the iconic duo of coffee and studying needs no introduction, I would like to officially present a few of the top spots to find the codependent pairing. You’ll have enough assignments to try them all, I promise.
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Interzone Cafe: The alt-90’s cafe, that is somehow timeless, is located right off of OSU campus. Interzone offers vegetarian and vegan food, along with a wide array of drinks that live and die by pulling espresso ‘the traditional way.’ ▪ Pros: Classic and strong espresso without all the pomp and circumstance of ‘new wave coffee.’ Reliably good playlists on shuffle. Welcoming environment to every human under the dying sun. ▪ Cons: Not a late-night study spot, as they close at 5pm. Table space gets snatched up quickly, so have a plan B if you’re headed there with homework. Sometimes the Wi-Fi goes out. ▪ Located at: 1563 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR 97330 Check them out online:
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Margin Coffee: Clean lines meet comfort at downtown Albany’s spacious and airy coffee shop. The high ceilings and devout congregation of plants make for a very breathable environment (a hot ticket in pandemic season). ▪ Pros: Variety of seating options, from couches to benches to counter space. Though baristas will fulfill all your latte art dreams, coffee still has substance and depth behind good looks. Management has somehow mastered the balanced combination of natural lighting and the electric kind. ▪ Cons: Music was a little on the club-y side, so bring headphones if you find it challenging to do math to an amplified bass beat. Food choices are relegated to pastries and bagels. Thriving plant collection may make you feel insecure about your own measly home variety, all of which are hanging on by a single leaf. ▪ Located at: 206 SW 2nd Ave, Albany, OR 97321 Check them out online: margincoffee.com
interzoneorganic1.com
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Java Stop/Memorial Union: Hidden in plain sight on the campus of Oregon State University, Java Stop is a small, overly air-conditioned coffee shop conveniently placed within Memorial Union. Though there are some resemblances to a hospital gift shop, Java Stop is an unassumingly good choice for a caffeinated study session because of its close relations to the grandiose but comfortable Main Lounge. ▪ Pros: Main Lounge is top of its class for study locales; free wi-fi, solid writing surfaces, and lengthy operating hours. Ornate decor plus spiral staircases will convince you you’re in the calm parts of a Harry Potter movie. Occasional live piano playing, but not the annoying kind. ▪ Cons: Drinks are on the weak side (opt for the extra shot). You’ll need to bring 3 sweatshirts if you plan on sitting in the coffee shop itself, possibly a small afghan. Outdoor patio seemingly belongs to territorial bees. ▪ Located at: MU, 111 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR 97331 Check them out online: mu.oregonstate.edu/javastop
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H a z e l l a: Leba n o n’s h ea r t of dow n t ow n h o u se s t h i s Sc a n d i n av i a n ba ke r y w h e re eve r y t h i n g i n t h e c a se i s h a n d m a de, t h o u g h t f u l , a n d i m po s s i b l e t o f i n d e l sew h e re i n Th e Va l l ey. Loo k f o r t h e b l u e - s t ri pe d a w n i n g. ▪ Pro s: We l co m i n g s t a f f w h o w i l l be ge n u i n e l y exc i t e d t o see yo u . W i de va ri et y of s weet s a n d s avo ri e s a l i ke, a l l ow i n g f o r sea m l e s s mea l t ra n s i t i o n s: b rea k fa s t t o l u n c h , l u n c h t o de s se r t . C a rda m o m Sc a n d i B u n s a re o n a l eve l o n l y w ri t t e n a b o u t i n pa m p h l et s o n e n l i g h t e n me n t a n d se l f i m p rove me n t . ▪ Co n s: Th i s i s a w i - f i - f ree z o n e (n ot t o be co n f u se d w i t h f ree w i f i z o n e) — be s t f o r sc ree n b rea k s a n d a n o n - wo rk i n g l u n c h (Pro: fewe r c ru m b s i n keyb oa rd.). Cl o se s o n t h e ea rl y s i de, s o i f yo u h ave t i me m a n a ge me n t s k i l l s , t h i s wo u l d be a n oppo r t u n i t y t o u se t h e m . ▪ Loc a t e d a t : 878 S M a i n St , Leba n o n , O R 97355 Ch ec k t h e m o u t o n l i n e:
hazellabakeshop.com
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RoastRunners: LBCC’s very own coffee shop conveniently located a true hop, skip, and jump away from your Albany campus classes, is currently closed. Don’t panic. Roast Runners will be up and running again in Winter Term, so let the anticipation build now while keeping an eye out for that reopening! The slow burn is always the best burn. Cozy in. Drink up. And study your guts out.
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Check out these great student resources FIRST RESORT The First Resort is LBCC’s student support and navigation center for both new and continuing students. Our staff and student ambassadors support you through all parts of your educational journey, helping you understand and navigate complex college processes. We connect you with academic, financial, career, and personal resources on campus, and most importantly, we listen to what you’re really asking. LET’S FIND THE WAY TOGETHER! VISIT OUR TABLE AT WELCOME DAY FOR MORE INFORMATION OR SEE: LINNBENTON.EDU/FIRST-RESORT
ROADRUNNER RESOURCE CENTER Do you worry about how to cover a textbook fee or pay for a class access code? Struggling to pay for internet while you are enrolled in remote classes? Perhaps you have an urgent car repair that throws your monthly finances off track. The Roadrunner Resource Center is here to help remove barriers that might prevent you from staying in school and reaching your dreams. We connect students with community resources and emergency funding. VISIT OUR TABLE AT WELCOME DAY, EMAIL RESOURCES@LINNBENTON.EDU, OR CALL 541-917-4877 TO LEARN MORE!
SCHOLARSHIPS FROM THE LBCC FOUNDATION The LBCC Foundation has scholarships to help you as a community college student. The Fall Scholarship Cycle is open Sept. 22nd until Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. Submit your application to be considered for a wide variety of scholarships. The process is easy! Just create one general application and, once submitted, you will automatically be matched with any scholarship for which you qualify. No need to search for the opportunity just for you - the system does it for you! There are scholarships for all types of students ... don’t worry about GPA’s, most require a minimum of 2.5! Go get that money. EMAIL LBCCSCHOLARSHIPS@LINNBENTON.EDU OR VISIT OUR TABLE AT WELCOME DAY TO LEARN MORE!
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Summer Adventures LB Students Capture Their Favorite Summer Getaway Spots
PHOTO: DAKOTA GANGE
South Beach in Newport is a beach you don’t want to miss. With smooth and generally debris free sand, it’s a great place to spend the day with your friends and family, or reflect on life as you watch a beautiful sunset.
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Southern Oregon aand Northern California are home to some of the last Redwood trees. These giants are the tallest trees on Earth, some growing over 300 feet. Due to their large size, rot-resistant wood, and long lifespan, Redwoods can absorb more carbon than the average tree. PHOTO: CHRISSY VEACH
A skim of duckweed covers many of the water treatment ponds at Talking Waters Wetlands.
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PHOTO: CHRISSY VEACH
A taxidermy rat prepares a spirituous cup of tea. Many of the taxidermy rodents at Femme Fatale, on the Newport bayfront, are brought to life by a local artist in Philomath. These rodents can be portrayed in many silly situations and poses to bring their viewers a little smile.
PHOTO: CHRISSY VEACH
A wax face displays real human teeth. This little oddities shop contains many unique pieces to view and purchase including; a piece of a real human brain, wet specimen and many taxidermied friends. If asked nicely, the shop attendant might show you the owner's tiny fetal pig wet specimen.
PHOTO: CHRISSY VEACH
Ouija boards and other uncanny decorations bring a unique atmosphere to the shopping experience. Bugs, butterflies and beetles fill the walls, and tattered dolls stare with empty eyes.
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Astoria is home to the cult classic film ‘The Goonies.’ Tillamook Rock lighthouse, also called ‘Tilly’ by some locals, is a tourist attraction due to its presence in the famous film. This distinguishable lighthouse is located a few miles from Cannon Beach at Ecola State Park.
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SPORTS
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
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🏐Volleyball Roadrunners Go 3-1 at Walla Walla Crossover WALLAWALLA,Wash.—LinnBenton’s Volleyball team improved its season record to 10-2 (1-0 in NWAC South Region play) after going 3-1 during the Walla Walla Crossover volleyball tournament Sept. 10-11. The Roadrunners opened Friday with a 0-3 loss to Spokane, but rebounded in the nightcap to defeat Edmonds 3-2. Saturday proved easier for the Roadrunners, sweeping both Centralia and Tacoma 3-0. Shalyn Gray led the Roadrunners' offensive attack with 47 kills on the weekend. Linn-Benton returned to
SPOKANE, Wash. — Linn-Benton captured the Spokane Invitational volleyball tournament title with a 3-1 victory over Rogue on Sept. 4. Set scores for the championship match were 23-25, 25-21, 25-20 and 25-22. Earlier that day the Roadrunners (6-1) defeated Pierce
3-1. On Sept. 3 Linn-Benton easily defeated Columbia Basin and Everett, each in straight sets 3-0. In the championship match, Isabelle Wyss led the Roadrunners with 16 kills and Eva Buford added 15 kills. Zaley Bennett recorded 26 assists in the match while Sydnie Johnson added 16 assists.
Volleyball Ready to Allow Fans in the Stands NWAC South Region play Wednesday, Sept. 15, hosting Umpqua.
Roadrunners Top Lane in Five Sets EUGENE — Shalyn Gray had 10 kills and added 16 digs to lead Linn-Benton past Lane 3-2 in the NWAC South Region volleyball opener for both teams on Sept. 8. Set scores were 23-25, 25-23,
Beaks Capture Spokane Invite Title with Four Wins
20-25, 25-19 and 15-7. Kennedy Kantola added nine kills for the Roadrunners (7-1, 1-0 in NWAC South) and Sydnie Johnson recorded 17 assists.
Linn-Benton is now allowing spectators at volleyball games. Masks are required regardless of vaccination status and LBCC requests physical distancing in the bleachers, according to Athletics officials. According to the Athletics website, the college also has changed to an electronic ticketing system for 202122. “This will streamline our game admissions process, create touchless transactions and minimize cash handling. Your purchases will send your admission ticket or season pass via email and you
simply present your ticket (on your phone or printed copy) at the admissions gate,” according to the site. For tickets and more information, go to athletics.linnbenton.edu/tickets. Students and staff also can obtain free season passes. See the tickets website for more information. Admission to individual matches is $6 for adults; and $4 for seniors, students, and military. Admission is free for those 12 and under.
LB Announces Inaugural Hall of Fame Class Linn-Benton Community College has announced its inaugural class for the Athletics Hall of Fame to be inducted during a ceremony on campus later this school year. The inaugural class includes four coaches/ administrators and eight athletes and
features Olympians, professional athletes, Oregon Community College Athletic Association and National Junior College Athletic Association national champions. The Athletics Hall of Fame was created to recognize, honor, celebrate and preserve
Roadrunner Athletics history. This inaugural event follows LBCC’s yearlong celebration of the 50-year anniversary of Roadrunner athletics. Baseball, men’s basketball and men’s golf were the first sports sponsored at LB during the 1970-71
school year. More information and tickets will be announced as they become available, and updates can be found at athletics.linnbenton. edu/hof.
Inductees Coaches and Staff:
Dave Bakley, Cross Country / Track & Field Coach and Athletics Director (posthumously)
Dick McClain, Athletic Director, Baseball Coach 1969-92
In 1969, Dick McClain was hired as director of health Bakley started the track & field program at LB as its first and physical education at Linn-Benton. In 1970, he head coach in 1972 and later served as athletic director started the athletic programs at Linn-Benton. In 1971, from 1992-94. He taught physical education at LB and was he coached the Roadrunners baseball team to their first instrumental in launching and maintaining the college's Oregon Community College Athletic Association baseball Wellness Program. championship. His LB teams went on to win again in 1972, Bakley was named OCCAA Coach of the Year '73, '75 and '76. McClain stepped away from coaching after six times, coached 25 NJCAA all-Americans and six the 1976 season.In 1992, McClain succeeded Frank Bosone individual national champions. Bakley also coached three to become the NWAACC's second-ever executive director and remained in that role until future Olympians: Dave Johnson, Tim Bright and Kory 2011. McClain played for the University of Oregon as a catcher and was drafted in 1962 by Tarpenning. He was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1992 and spent his years the San Francisco Giants. In 2011, McClain was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame. after LB staying active in various health, wellness and coaching capacities before he passed away in 2017. Receiving his award will be Bakley’s son, Wade.
Arlene Crosman, Gymnastics Coach, Faculty Member Crosman joined Linn-Benton in 1969 and was a member of the Physical Education faculty at LB for 27 years. She served as the Oregon chairperson for the US Gymnastics Federation and was active in promoting gymnastics throughout the Pacific Northwest. Crossman started the LB gymnastics program in 1974 with a small but talented group of women. The team not only qualified to compete in the inaugural NJCAA Gymnastics Championships in Chicago, the Roadrunners won the national title. She taught a variety of physical education classes during her time at LB and was a certified Red Cross swimming instructor as well. Crosman earned both her bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and a master’s degree in Education from Oregon State. Crosman was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1989 and retired from LB in 1997.
Vernon “Butch” Kimpton, Men’s Basketball Coach 1970-82 Kimpton was the head men's basketball coach at Linn-Benton from 1970-82, starting the program from scratch without even a gym to play in. He won 111 league games and was state sub-regional champs in 1972, 1974 and 1976. The Roadrunners also finished second in the Western regional in 1972. Kimpton's teams won eight LB Invitational tournament titles. Kimpton was named OCCAA Coach of the Year in 1976 and 1977. He posted a career record (including high school) of 225-133. As a player, Kimpton was a three-year letter winner for the University of Oregon. He was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1992.
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Athletes:
Terry Cornutt, Baseball, Basketball 1970-72
A native of Roseburg, Terry Cornutt played on Linn-Benton's first two teams in basketball and baseball. He earned All-OCCAA basketball honors as a sophomore. In baseball, he helped LB win two OCCAA titles, earning all-league and all-region before becoming the school's first all-American. Cornutt was drafted in the fourth round by the San Francisco Giants baseball team in the 1972 draft and earned his way into the major leagues. He pitched two seasons for the San Francisco Giants in 1977 and 1978, appearing in 29 games, and posting a record of 1-2 with a 3.61 earned run average. Cornutt was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1993.
Donna Karling (Southwick, Alarcon Elizondo) Gymnastics 1974-76
Donna Karling (Southwick, Alarcon Elizondo) participated in Linn-Benton's inaugural year of competition in women's gymnastics during the 1974-75 academic year. In its second year, the Roadrunners claimed the 1976 (NJCAA) championship behind Karling’s All-Around individual championship. Karling (then Southwick) transferred to Oregon State after LB and became the Beavers first AllAmerican when she earned the honor on the uneven bars at the 1977 AIAW National Championships. She was the first female athlete to obtain an athletic scholarship at Oregon State University. She was recruited out of Anchorage, Alaska to become part of the Roadrunner program by coach Arlene Crosman after the two got to know each other at various gymnastics camps in the Pacific Northwest while Karling was in high school. She won the Alaska All-Around state title her senior year.
Paul Poetsch, Basketball 1974-76
Poetsch played basketball at Linn-Benton from 1974-76. He led the league in scoring (19.2 points per game) his freshman year and went on to become LB's all-time leading scorer. Poetsch earned first team All-OCCAA and All-Region 18 honors both of his seasons with the Roadrunners. Poetsch went on to play at Western Oregon University. After serving as a teacher and coach, he started his administrative career as vice principal at Henley High School in Klamath Falls. Poetsch was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1993.
Debbie Prince (Herrold), Basketball, Cross Country, Track & Field 1979-81
Jim Davidson, Baseball, Basketball 1971-73 (posthumously)
Davidson was a two-sport athlete at Linn-Benton in 1972 and 1973, earning All-OCCAA honors in basketball and averaged 21.2 points/game in 1972. In baseball, Davidson was a starting outfielder and pitcher, earning All-OCCAA and All-American. He was drafted in the fourth round by the San Francisco Giants in the 1973 draft. Davidson played three seasons in the Giants’ organization before returning home to Roseburg to live and work. He was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1993. Davidson passed away in May 2021 in Roseburg. Receiving his award will be his wife, Debi.
Jean Melson (Siefer), Track & Field, Basketball 1979-81
Jean Melson was the first female to win a national title at Linn-Benton, capturing the NJCAA crowns in the discus (147 feet, 9 inches) and shot put (43 feet, 7 inches) in 1980. Her efforts helped the Roadrunners capture fourth place at the national championship meet. Her toss in the shot put won the title by more than a foot and her javelin throw won by more than 20 feet. Melson went undefeated and untied in both events during the 1980 track season. In addition to track, Melson played two seasons of basketball for the Roadrunners and earned Second Team All-OCCAA honors. A standout high school basketball player and state champion in the discus and shot put from Tillamook, Melson originally went to Oregon State to compete in track and field. After one season with the Beavers, and narrowly missing qualifying for the NCAA Championships, Melson left OSU. After taking a year off, she enrolled at LB in the fall of 1979.
Carol Menken-Schaudt, Basketball 1976-78 Menken-Schaudt played basketball at LinnBenton in 1977-78 before an outstanding three-year career at Oregon State. She originally came to LB in 1975 to study graphic design. When coach Dave Dangler was tasked with starting the Roadrunner women’s basketball program, he spotted Menken on campus and encouraged her to play. The team first competed as a club in 1976-77 and joined the OCCAA for the 1977-78 season. After transferring to Oregon State, Menken became one of the greatest players in Oregon basketball history. At OSU she was selected as the MVP in 1979 and 1980. In 1981, she was the national college leader in field goal percentage (.750) and fourth in scoring (29.6 average). After leaving OSU, Menken was selected to the U.S. National Team and became the starting center on the 1984 U.S. Olympic team that won the gold medal in Los Angeles. Menken also played eight years of professional basketball overseas, including six in Italy and two in Japan. Menken-Schaudt was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1993.
Prince was a three-sport athlete at Linn-Benton from 1979-1981, participating in cross country, basketball and track and field. In basketball, Prince earned first team All-OCCAA honors twice and led the Roadrunners to an undefeated 16-0 conference title in 1981. She was named OCCAA Player of the Year in 1981. In track, Prince competed at the NJCAA National Championships meet in the heptathlon and javelin. In her freshman year, Prince also set the school record in the 800 meters, posting a time of 2:27.66. Prince finished ninth in the heptathlon at the NJCAA's her sophomore year.In 1987-88 Prince returned to LB to become the women's basketball head coach. The Roadrunners placed fifth in the 1991 NWAACC Tournament. Prince had also served as an assistant coach in basketball, cross country and track before becoming the head basketball coach. Prince retired as head coach after the 1992-93 season and continued to teach part-time at LB until 2020. She was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1999.
Kory Tarpenning, Track and Field 1980-81 Tarpening participated in track and field at Linn-Benton in 1980-81. During the 1981 season, Tarpening was the Region 18 pole vault champion and went on to place second at the NJCAA National Championship meet. After LB, Tarpening went on to the University of Oregon, where he placed second at the NCAA Championship meet. Tarpening's career continued after UO, competing internationally with great success. He was a member of the 1988 USA Olympic Team that participated in Seoul, Korea. During his competitive days, Tarpening was one of the world's premier pole vaulters for more than a decade. Tarpening was inducted into the NWAC Hall of Fame in 1992.
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Strikes Gold
REVIEW BY
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After being delayed from its original release in May 2020, Marvel’s “Black Widow” has finally seen release, both in theaters as well as on Disney Plus Premier Access. As the official start to Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it’s not only a great showcase for the title character, it’s one of the franchise’s best standalone films to date. Taking place between the events of “Captain America: Civil War” and “Avengers: Infinity War,” the story follows Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) as she confronts her past trauma and enemies. With the help of allies Yelena Bolova (Florence Pugh), the “Red Guardian” (David Harbour, “Stranger Things”) and the “Iron Maiden” (Rachel Weisz), Natasha must unravel the true nature of her training in order to confront threats such as the villainous Taskmaster. The film’s plot is similar in style and tone to the second and third “Captain America” movies, often feeling closer to a spy thriller than a superhero film in many respects. The
BLACK WIDOW WRITER/DIRECTOR: Cate Shortland (Based on characters created by Marvel Comics) STARRING: Scarlett Johansson, Rachel Weisz, Florence Pugh and David Harbour. AVAILABLE:Available in theaters and on Disney Plus Premier Access (Streaming for All Subscribers October 2021) RATED: PG-13 MY RATING: ★★★★★
action and story take cues from films such as “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” and “The Fugitive.” Director Cate Shortland has handily risen to the task of making her debut with Marvel Studios. Over the course of 133 minutes, Marvel marks a triumphant return to film with the release of their first standalone installment since 2019’s “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (the third and final installment of their “Spider-Man'' trilogy, “No Way Home” is slated for December 17). An intense musical score by Lorne Balfe is complemented by songs such as Don McLean’s classic “American Pie” (the opening credits are set to a haunting cover of “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana). The final confrontation with the Taskmaster (whose identity shall not be spoiled here) easily makes for one of the best finales in a Marvel film to date. Marvel’s “Black Widow” is easily Marvel Studios’ best standalone film since “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.” Whether it’s viewed theatrically or on Disney Plus, it’s highly recommended to officially welcome back the franchise and the summer blockbuster overall.
Hilarious and Bloody Adventure THE SUICIDE SQUAD
REVIEW BY
STEVEN PRYOR
WRITERW/DIRECTOR: James Gunn (Based on characters created by DC Comics) STARRING: Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena, Joel Kinnaman, Jai Courtney, Pete Davidson, Peter Capaldi, Dave Dalmastchian, and Sean Gunn with Viola Davis and Sylvester Stallone AVAILABLE:Available in theaters and on HBO Max (Streaming till September 5) RATED: R MY RATING: ★★★★★
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“The Suicide Squad” is the latest film in the DC Extended Universe, which has seen release this August simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max. Coming five years after the previous film centered around the characters and just over a year after the Harley Quinn-led “Birds of Prey” film, writer-director James Gunn (“Slither,” “Guardians of the Galaxy”) has delivered a hilariously bloody take on the DC Comic characters that fans have been waiting for. The film’s setup sees the latest lineup of “Task Force X” (with Gunn’s script drawing inspiration from the 1980s run of the comic) being sent to the island nation of Corto Maltese to investigate an experimental lab containing “Project Starfish,” connected to the Starro alien race. As returning members such as Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) and Col. Rick Flag ( Joel Kinnaman) join new faces such as Bloodsport (Idris Elba), King Shark (voice of Sylvester
Stallone) and the Polka-Dot Man (Dave Dalmastchian); a beautifully gory layout of chaos ensues over the film’s 132-minute runtime. Though the film contains the same basic setup as the 2016 film by David Ayer, that film was infamous for the amounts of executive meddling it endured (talk persists of a director’s cut in the vein of Zack Snyder’s “Justice League”). However, this time; James Gunn has been given free rein to live up to
the darkly comedic brutality of the namesake comic book. On top of the man who directed “Guardians of the Galaxy” being the ideal choice to direct DC’s answer to the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films; Gunn displays the same brand of unconventional storytelling and visual f lair he’s employed ever since his cult classic horror film “Slither.” With a budget of $185 million, the film contains a host of over-the-top action scenes; from the opening beach landing in Corto Maltese to the final battle
against Starro. With the DC Comics brand having numerous projects lined up for the near future, “The Suicide Squad” presents a bloody and hilarious adventure that ranks among the best films in the DCEU to date. If you’re looking for a comic book blockbuster that’s as shocking as it is entertaining, this movie is for you.
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