Volume 61, Issue 7
Nov. 25 - dec. 8, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving
Three local veterans honored in 10th annual induction ceremony Page >>> 2
Men’s basketball team comes back in second half for narrow home victory Page >>> 8
Production of “I Have a Name” showcases stories of local homeless people Pages >>> 11
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Annual ceremony honors local veterans By Robin Morales Associate Editor LCC’s office of Veteran and Military Affairs hosted the 10th annual memorial induction ceremony for local servicemen Nov. 8 in the Michigan Room of the Gannon Building. “Since 2010, 44 names have been etched on our memorial glass (in the HHS Building) and today we’ll honor three more individuals who will be enshrined forever,” said Andrew Cosgrove, director of LCC’s Veteran and Military Affairs office. “This year it’s a privilege to honor veterans from World War II, Korea and Vietnam.” Those veterans were Robert Fretter of Lansing, Robert Flory of Holt and Terry Dankenbring of Grand Ledge. LCC Board of Trustees Treasurer Larry Meyer, who served in Vietnam as a navy swift-boat commander, read a short biography on each individual. “Robert L. Fretter was drafted into the Army in July 1944 … and reached Calcutta, India in February of 1945,” Meyer said. Fretter fought in the Pacific during the China-Burma theater of war and was honorably discharged as a private first class in 1946. Flory, who died this past September, was
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LCC Board of Trustees Treasurer Larry Meyer speaks about the service of Air Force Lt. Col. Terry Dankenbring (far left) during the ceremony Nov. 8 in the Gannon Building’s Michigan Room at LCC. Also on stage (second from left) is Andrew Cosgrove, the director of LCC’s Veteran and Military Affairs office.
injured in Korea and later received a Purple Heart medal. He was represented by his wife, Barbara, during the ceremony.
According to his biography, Flory was 18 and weighed 120 pounds when he was sent to Pusan as a part of the first Army
unit to arrive on the Korean Peninsula from the United States. “He (Flory) would end his military career the day after his 24th birthday with the rank of specialist third class,” Meyer said. In the late 1950s, Dankenbring joined the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps while studying at Michigan State University, and earned his private pilot’s license. He would go on to serve as a bombardier on B-52s from 1962 to 1964. “In 1966 Terry was promoted to captain and deployed to Guam, completing 55 bombing missions over Vietnam,” Meyer said. “In 1985 … Terry retired from the Air Force as lieutenant colonel with 24 years of service.” Following the presentation of each veteran’s induction, a short video played, in which Fretter discussed some of his memories from the Second World War. “We had nice uniforms, we had leather boots up there,” said Fretter, who was born in 1926. “They would lace partway up, really spiffy. “While I was in the service this friend of mine got killed at the Battle of the Bulge. He was like four or five months away from being 19 years old. That’s why I’m lucky. Very lucky.”
Disease concerns temporarily close HHS building
Photo by Bayelee Hodge The HHS building opened for classes in August of 2005 on LCC’s main campus. Classes there focus on student preparation for entry into the health field.
By Robin Morales Associate Editor The Health and Human Services building on LCC’s main campus was closed unexpectedly from Nov. 7 to 11, after a college employee was diagnosed with Legionnaire’s Disease. The building was reopened after the college and local health agencies determined it was safe to do so, according to an LCC statement. Additional tests and inspections will continue on the HHS building over the next several weeks in an effort to identify the origin of the Legionella Bacteria. “Health department protocol … would not have required us … to close down,” said Chris MacKersie, executive director of administrative services. “But we did it out of an abundance of caution.” In addition to the confirmed case, a second employee in the HHS building reported flu-like symptoms, which behave in similar fashion to Legionnaire symptoms, later on Nov. 7. However, an ensuing test produced negative results for Legionella in the second employee, the LCC statement said. “We’ve had our cleaning company do our flu hightouch protocol, so they did a deep clean of the building
and all the high-touch surfaces,” MacKersie said. “We’ve had our mechanical contractors going through all of our mechanical systems. It (Legionnaire’s Disease) can be distributed through HVAC mechanical systems.” Legionnaire’s Disease is a rare form of pneumonia which can be spread through mist in the air. It is difficult to contract from another person, according to the World Health Organization. Student responses to the announcement of disease on campus were varied in the days following the reopening of HHS. “(It was) no big deal. I don’t have classes there anyways,” LCC student Reagan Theis said. Theis, who is 18 and majoring in general associates, said she has “never heard of Legionnaire’s Disease before.” Dan Gallagher, an 18-year-old fine arts major, said he was not familiar with the human effects of Legionnaire’s Disease. “I was pretty concerned with the well-being of anybody that was present at the time,” Gallagher said. “I wasn’t really concerned whether or not I catch it since my parents always have me up to date on my vaccines.”
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Survivor activist speaks at lecture series By Ali Williams A&E Editor LCC continued its celebration of 400 Years of African-American History by inviting artists, activists and other community members to speak at the lecture series. The series was located in the Gannon Building’s Michigan Room, where attendees were able to listen to three different speakers talk about their art and activism. On Nov. 12, Tashmica “Firecracker” Torok spoke about the “Firecracker Foundation,” which helps children who have suffered sexual abuse. LCC Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Tonya Bailey spoke at the beginning of the lecture Nov. 12. “For this entire year, we have been engaging, educating, informing and celebrating this rich (African-American) culture and today, through this lecture series, we are also recognizing individuals that are taking strides and creating history,” Bailey said. Bailey further explained that Torok was chosen due to her community activism,
leadership in spearheading trauma-informed practices for youth and families, and for her dedication to mental health therapy, trauma sensitive yoga and pediatric medical advocacy. “The 400 Year Planning committee believed Tashmica’s voice and work would inspire others to pursue their passions and encourage attendees to uplift their perspective communities through advocacy,” Bailey said. The lecture series allowed attendees the opportunity to ask questions. One question that was asked was about how colleges can help students that come forward about sexual assault. “I think one of the things that is really important for people who are hearing disclosures for the first time to understand is it’s actually not your job to fix it,” Torok said. “The most important thing is to just be able to listen … being able to support and sit with someone who is going through a hard time.” Torok spoke about her work at the lecture, discussing how her foundation finds ways to heal its clients and amplify their stories. She also discussed how to
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Tashmica Torok speaks about her “Firecracker Foundation” Nov. 12 in the Michigan Room of the Gannon Building. Intepreting the lecture is Sara Lynne Thelen.
involve the community to help end child sexual abuse. “We recognize that the only way we are actually able to end child sexual abuse, rather than doing triage like we’ve been doing, is to make sure that we create a community that is ready to hear disclosures, respond appropriately and create safe spaces rather than always thinking about, ‘How do I look for symptoms,’”
Torok said. “We don’t need to look for symptoms if children are safe. So let’s talk about how we create a community where children are safe and they know that they’ll be heard.” The 400 Years celebration ends on Tuesday, Dec. 3 with an artistic concert. More information about the event can be found at www.lcc.edu/400years.
College honors transgender homicide victims By Robin Morales Associate Editor LCC celebrated Transgender Awareness Week Nov. 12 to 19 and held a Day of Remembrance ceremony Nov. 20 where transgender victims of violence were honored. “Transgender Awareness Week is a combination of films, discussions, forums and activities that I believe will help in the education, but also in the celebration, of a community that tends to be forgotten about or misunderstood or overlooked,” said LCC Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Tonya Bailey. “LCC is participating in recognizing this needed awareness that focuses around the visibility of transgender people and hopes to address the issues that its members in this particular community face.” All of the events were sponsored by the LCC employee Prism alliance, a committee through the office of diversity and inclusion. The organization “Focuses on LGBTQ+ issues on campus,” according to Sarah Garcia-Linz, a manager for the
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Rev. Pastor Phiwa Langeni speaks about his life as a transgender pastor Nov. 20 in the Gannon Building.
LCC academic success coach team. “One very hot topic is ‘preferred name,’ so LCC is looking at implementing a preferred name policy so students, faculty and staff, who have not been able to legally change their name, can still be recognized by the name they go by,”
Garcia-Linz said. “There have been debates in the past year about whether or not it can be legal to discriminate against people who are LGBT (and) whether or not transgender is a legitimate identity, so that’s a really harmful thing for someone who is trans-
gender to have to hear.” Community members joined the college on Nov. 20 for the transgender day of remembrance. Similar events, which honor transgender individuals who have died as a result of homicide, took place across the country, according to Garcia-Linz. “So far in 2019 there are at least 22 murders of transgender people, most of them are transwomen of color and that is a trend every year,” Garcia-Linz said. “The risks of being alive in this world as someone who is transgender is not always safe.” Speakers on Nov. 20 included LCC Women’s Basketball Coach Layne Ingram and Rev. Pastor Phiwa Langeni, founder of Salus Center, a Christian LGBT resource center in Lansing. Both touched on their experiences and personal beliefs as transgender individuals in the wider LCC community. “It’s not even fathomable … how someone just being who they are becomes so much of a threat to someone else,” Langeni said.
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Marketing strategies among topics at AMA etiquette dinner By Chloe Gregg Staff Writer The LCC American Marketing Association (AMA) hosted its 13th annual Business Etiquette Dinner Wednesday, Nov. 13 for those interested in business and marketing. The dinner, held in the Gannon Building’s Michigan Room, included an hour of networking, dining, guest speakers and prizes, all for $20. Adrienne Jenkins, co-adviser for the AMA, explained the event. “(The Business Etiquette Dinner gives) the opportunity to network with 15-plus local businesses and organizations to gain connections and possible job or internship opportunities,” Jenkins said. Attendees were asked to “dress to impress” in business professional, and to bring their resumes and business cards. Those who networked with the most organizations were entered into a drawing and had the potential to win prizes at the end of the event. After the opening networking portion of the evening, everyone gathered for dinner and presentations.
The first speaker was seasoned business leader and LCC alum, Shelley Davis Boyd. She walked all attendees and organization members through their meals, teaching them the proper way to eat when dining with prominent company. “Etiquette means behaving just a little better than is absolutely essential,” Boyd said about fine dining. Boyd also taught attendees the rules of coughing at the dinner table, going to the bathroom and how to rest eating utensils when they are no longer in use. The next prominent speaker was Michigan State Rep. Jewell Jones (D-District 11), who is the youngest elected state legislator. Jones discussed his difficult upbringing, his original dreams and how they adapted over time to fit into what he does now. He then answered many questions from the audience about his job and gave some advice with his closing statement. “What I will leave you all with is that perception is reality,” Jones said. The night concluded after the last main presenters, Kayla Hamilton and Cather-
NEWS BRIEFS LCC Center aids students, families Whether returning to school or currently enrolled, LCC’s Adult Resource Center can help eligible students attend college. The childcare grants assist with childcare costs from licensed providers throughout the academic year. The spring 2020 childcare grant deadline is Dec. 6, 2019. The summer 2020 childcare grant deadline is May 1, 2020. The Adult Resource Center also offers single parent, displaced homemakers, non-traditional career and women’s resource foundation grants. For a complete list of application deadline dates and services offered, visit internal.lcc.edu/arc.
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State Rep. Jewell Jones was one of the guest speakers at the Business Etiquette Dinner Nov. 13.
ine Ferland, discussed the importance of prepping social media for employers. After, prizes were announced and everyone was dismissed, but people were able to stay behind to talk to the evening’s speakers and coordinators.
Gain insight on your next LCC essay, test or exam review before the fall 2019 semester ends. The Learning Commons at LCC offers opportunities for tutoring, including dropin tutoring and scheduled appointments. Specific math exam tutoring prep parties are held for Math 121 through Math 253 students in the A&S building, room 2125. Student sessions include snacks, drinks and fellow students to help answer questions and review practice tests throughout each semester. Specific dates and times are listed online at lcc.edu or by contacting The Learning Commons at (517) 483-1206.
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Proper dinner etiquette was one of the topics during the 13th annual Business Etiquette Dinner, held Nov. 13 in the Gannon Building’s Michigan Room.
The Salvation Army Capital Area is recruiting volunteers for its largest fundraising event of the year, The Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in the campaign between Nov. 26 and Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, from Monday through Saturday each week. According to Major Jim Irvine, Lansing Capital Area Coordinator, last year volunteer bell ringers and donors provided food assistance to 5,259 individuals and 4,310 personal care kits. Red kettles are located throughout many Lansing businesses and around the tri-county area, at which individuals or groups can volunteer. Those interested in helping can contact Jon Curtis, volunteer coordinator, at (517) 484-4424, ext. 208.
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CLUB SPOTLIGHT
Sign Language Club builds ASL skills By Kari Eastway Staff Writer LCC’s Sign Language Club (SLC) is a unique club that acts as an extension of the Interpreter Training Program (ITP). Club Secretary Emily Thelen said the SLC is designed to help students develop their American Sign Language (ASL) skills through various activities and weekly events such as, “Sign Cubed” and “Sip N’ Sign.” “At these weekly events, students can come and play games and do ASL-based activities with interpreting students from all classes,” Thelen said. “We often go ‘voices-off’ and students are encouraged to use the signing skills they have to communicate with one another.” President Kayley Zamarron talked about the club’s success. “This club is an important part of our program here at LCC because it helps students from any level of sign classes get more involved into sign language and its wonderful community,” Zamarron said. “During my first year as a student, I
went to several SLC events and decided to become a member early in the year, which also led me to want to serve on the SLC Board. I absolutely love getting to put on a welcoming environment for people to come and learn, and giving back to the program.” Zamarron said part of the club’s success goes to its adviser, Christopher Greene Szmadzinski. “Mr. Greene is a fantastic adviser who has helped me in several ways, and I have gotten the opportunity to work with some great people on the SLC Board who have now become some of my closest friends,” Zamarron said. “We all share the passion of American Sign Language, and it is a pleasure getting to give back to the program that has given so much to me.” Thelen explained that members must have some knowledge of ASL to attend certain events, and there are a few requirements to join. “Because of the unique nature of our club and its close ties to the ITP program, the club is open to any student
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Members of the LCC Sign Language Club gather for a photo in the HHS Building.
that is currently, or has previously, taken sign language classes, as well as our sophomore- and junior-year students,” Thelen said. “I personally don’t think you lose anything by learning more about someone else’s culture and language. It always helps to have a deeper understanding
of others and a way to connect.” The next event the SLC is hosting a Christmas party Dec. 7 in HHS 005-006. The SLC meets weekly in Gannon 1433 from 3 to 5 p.m. Please contact the adviser Christopher Greene Szmadzinski at szmadzic@lcc.edu to find out more about the SLC.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Laukkanen determined to pursue dancing dreams By Chloe Gregg Staff Writer From honors classes, to dance classes, to actually teaching dance classes herself, LCC freshman Nora Laukkanen has a very full schedule ahead of her, but is always looking forward to it. Laukkanen began dancing 16 years ago when she was just a toddler. “As a child, I had so much energy my parents decided it would be a great idea to put me in a dance class to have an outlet,” Laukkanen said. Laukkanen now dances and teaches at a dance studio called “Karen’s Dance Place” in her hometown of Holt. “Currently I have a job as a dance teacher for young children,” she said.
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Nora Laukkanen displays her dancing skills.
“As a teacher, I’ve noticed myself needing to be very patient with students, and I think that’s really helped me grow as a person as well because it helps me work with different types of people, which is a life skill to have. “Within the next few years, I’d love to audition for a cruise-line to be a dance performer. (For motivation,) I picture myself working on a cruise ship as a performer and I’m trying to just mold my life to help get me to where I want to be later. I’m (also) majoring in business in the hopes of potentially opening a dance studio in the future.” LCC student Kaitlyn Kyriakou is a friend of Laukkanen. “Nora and I were on the varsity dance team together in high school,”
Kyriakou said. “We had many different genres of dance and Nora could pull off all of them. I loved watching her dance and being on the team with her.” After years of dancing and loving it, Laukkanen offered up advice for people who are thinking about taking a dance class. “Just do it,” she said. “You never know what you will get out of the experience. Hopefully it’ll be positive. Hopefully you’ll learn something new about yourself. Hopefully you’ll learn perseverance and self-confidence. “That’s what dance has really taught me and I just want to spread the message that dance is a really great way to test your boundaries and have lots and lots of fun.”
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‘Careers in Business’ explored at LCC By Kari Eastway Staff Writer LCC hosted representatives from several local businesses and universities Tuesday, Nov. 5 in the Gannon commons. The “Careers in Business” event allowed LCC students to learn about possible careers and transfer options. Local businesses represented at the event included the AF Group, Meijer, MSU Federal Credit Union, Lansing Board of Water and Light and several more. “We’d love to find some new people to hire,” said Leia Cooper-Rigg, a recruiting and engagement specialist with Dart Bank. “We love employing students. We’re very flexible in working with class schedules for some of our part-time roles.” Dart Bank is often involved in LCC events, and is highly involved with the community, Cooper-Rigg said. “We’ve been in the community for
well over 90 years, since 1925, so we just wanted to bring awareness of who we are, what we’re doing, and how we’re giving back to the community,” Cooper-Rigg said. “I think (events like these) shows the partnership that local businesses have with LCC.” Colleges, including Davenport University, Northwood University and DeVos Graduate School, were also represented at the event. “We’re letting the students know that our degrees are available through the business industry,” said Phil Wahlstron, a representative for the DeVos Graduate School, a partner school with Northwood University. “(We) stand next to these employees out here and also say, ‘Hey, we can help you get that business degree and you can go to that next table and use that business degree.’” Wahlstron said he attended the event to assist undergraduates with
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Officials from universities and businesses gather Nov. 5 in the Gannon Commons for “Careers in Business.”
their transfer needs. “Doing types of programs like 3+1 … we get the students to do three years at LCC … at a little bit of a cheaper cost while still getting a great
education and then (they come) over in that last year of the program to get their bachelor’s degrees in a business degree format through Northwood,” Wahlstron said.
Campus Comments
Editor in Chief Shauna Stocken and Photo Editor Julie Newell asked LCC students:
With Thanksgiving Nov. 28, what are you most thankful for?
Jimmy Gray-Jones, 18 Engineering and Physics
Jamie Rewerts, 20 Communications
Patrick Rogers, 31 Photographic Imaging
“I am thankful for some of the people in my life.”
“I’m thankful for cheap tuition prices … and scholarship opportunities from LCC.”
“I’m most thankful for family and still being here.”
Janya Blankenburg, 18 Kinesiology “I’m most thankful for my family and that I have a plan to continue with college and what I want to do.”
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V-ball team falls short at districts By Julie Newell Sports/Photo Editor From Wednesday, Nov. 6 through Saturday, Nov. 9, St. Clair Community College in Port Huron hosted the NJCAA Division II Volleyball Great Lakes B District Championship. The LCC volleyball team fought hard in three matches against Glen Oaks Community College, Muskegon Community College and Kalamazoo Valley Community College, but won only one of the three matches. “I think that we had a really good season, but districts just got the best of us,” sophomore left-side hitter Mackenzie Winger commented. The Stars played first against Glen Oaks Nov. 7 and lost by scores of 25-17, 25-23 and 25-21. “I personally feel like the first game that we had, it was just a long car ride, and (we were) just not ready to play,” freshman defensive specialist Harley Roe said. “We definitely could have won that game.” On Nov. 8, the Stars came back and won against Muskegon, 20-25, 25-19 and 25-21. “We did beat Muskegon, which is a big one for us,” freshman defensive specialist Jacquelyn Rollins said.
The Stars lacked that winning energy and lost in the next match against Kalamazoo Valley, 25-20, 20-25, 21-25, 25-17 and 15-9. That match was also played Nov. 8. “The third game … it was back to back so it was really hard to keep our energy up,” Roe said. The Stars’ finished with an overall season record of 24-9. LCC placed third in the MCCAA Western Conference with a record of 12-4. “I think we had a good season overall,” sophomore middle hitter Maya Ferland said. Ferland led the team with 356 kills during the 2019 season. Sophomore setter Allison Couturier paced the Stars with 1,182 assists. Roe had 655 digs to lead LCC defensively. Freshman left-side hitter Shelby Smyers led the Stars with 42 service aces. Ferland earned the conference Player of the Year award, as well as 2019 MCCAA First-Team All-Western Conference honors. “It meant a lot,” Ferland said. “In a meeting we had with Coach (Emily Quintero) just the other day, she said she wasn’t at all disappointed in us and she was really proud. … That’s overall the goals; make each other proud and make coach proud. Good run, good season.”
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LCC’s Allison Couturier (12) sets the ball up for a kill as teammates Chyanna Caster (4) and Carli Ross (15) approach the net during action in the Gannon Gym at LCC.
LCC harriers compete in national championship By Julie Newell Sports/Photo Editor The LCC cross country teams competed in the NJCAA Division 1 Championship Nov. 9 in Albuquerque, N.M. LCC is a Division II school, but because there is no Division II championship, LCC and other Division II schools competed in the Division I championship. “It was a very competitive meet,” LCC Head Coach Jim Robinson said. “Everyone, from our first runner to our seventh runner, gave their very best effort.” The women’s 5K race resulted in LCC placing 10th out of 38 teams. Sophomore Claudia Bayro led the Stars by placing 36th with a time 19:48. Following Bayro for LCC was sophomore Anne Lyon, who placed 66th with a time of 20:36, freshman Kayla Crawford in 87th with 21:05, fresh-
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Cross country team members warm up at practice.
man Deziree Shaw in 91st with 21:07, and sophomore Fatuma Jillo in 102nd with 21:18. “Anne Lyon also had an outstanding season,” Robinson said. “She went from being unnoticed in the middle of the pack to being one of the very best runners in the region, by hard work.” The men’s 8K race had LCC placing 17th out of 45 teams. Sophomore runner Dillan Haviland came in 64th for LCC with a time of 26:36. “Our top runner, Dillan Haviland, has been dealing with a little injury,” Robinson said. “But he ran really tough and was, again, our top runner.” After Haviland came sophomore Jacob Ferguson in 71st with a time of 26:42, freshman Joel Fudge in 94th with 26:58, sophomore Chris Davis in 123rd with 27:35, and freshman Aaron Hulburt in 125th with a time of 27:39. “We had fun, they ran hard, and I
think we scored about as well as we possibly could score,” Robinson said. Robinson commented on both teams’ accomplishments this fall. “If you look over the course of the season, every meet we ran we beat all the two-year colleges with two exceptions: the meet that we went to Oakland Community College we didn’t run our top three guys … and then at our regional conference championship, Cuyahoga won that,” Robinson said. For the women’s team this season, Bayro had the best time of 19:03. For the men’s team, Haviland had the best time of 25:34. “They truly are a really good group of student athletes. They support each other, they work hard,” Robinson said. “This was, from my perspective, one of the easiest and most fun groups to work with I’ve had in my time here.”
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Moorehead leads women
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By Julie Newell Sports/Photo Editor The LCC women’s basketball team defeated St. Clair Community College Nov. 20, 57-40. Freshman Jada Moorehead scored 30 points to lead the team. This win puts the Stars’ record at 3-1. “Overall I’m proud of the fight,” LCC Head Coach Layne Ingram said. “(I’m) proud of the plays they make down the stretch.” According to Ingram, in the first half of the game the Stars struggled with eight turnovers. “We need to make sure we didn’t have any unnecessary turnovers,” Ingram said. “We need to make sure we push the ball, box out and rebound.” Sophomores Celia Ridsdale delivered five assists and Tanaesha Daniels grabbed eight rebounds in the game. So far this season, the Stars have also won against Great Lakes Christian College at LCC on Nov. 5, 84-69; and won in overtime against Owens Community College at LCC on Nov. 14, 81-76. The Stars’ only loss so far was at LCC against Hope College on Nov. 13, 80-41. “I think we’ll be a fun team to watch,” Ingram commented. The Stars were scheduled to play at Great Lakes Christian College on Tuesday, Nov. 26 and at Delta College on Monday, Dec. 2. The next home game is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the Gannon Gym against Schoolcraft College. Action starts at 5:30 p.m. Associate Editor Robin Morales contributed to this story.
LCC sophomore forward Tevin Ali goes up for a layup Nov. 14 against Owens Community College in the Gannon gym. LCC won 89-70.
Men’s team improves to 4-1 By Julie Newell Sports/Photo Editor Men’s basketball season is well underway and the LCC Stars are packing heat. In their latest game against St. Clair County Community College on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in the Gannon Gym, the LCC Stars defended their home court, winning 71-66. Sophomore Darious Young led LCC with 21 points and nine rebounds. Sophomore Skyler Wilson led the Stars with four assists. The win brought the Stars’ season record
to 4-1. According to LCC Head Coach Mike Ingram, the Stars were 0 for 10 in the first half of the game on three-point shot attempts. He said in the second half, sophomore Tevin Ali provided a spark. “I think Tevin Ali woke up for us,” Ingram said. “(He) made some big plays (and) had a couple ‘and ones.’” The Stars’ season started with a 108-63 win against Aquinas College Nov. 7 at LCC. The Stars only loss this season through
Nov. 21 was at Cuyahoga Community College on Nov. 16, 58-53. The Stars won against Owens Community College Nov. 14, 89-70 and against Olivet College, 101-67, Nov. 9, both in the Gannon Gym. “We’re a good team,” Ingram said. “We can battle (and) we got the players.” The Stars were scheduled to play at Parkland College on Saturday, Nov. 23 and at Delta College on Monday, Dec. 2. Associate Editor Robin Morales contributed to this story.
Photo by Julie Newell LCC sophomore Tanaesha Daniels shoots a jumper.
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ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT
B-baller never wants to get dunked on The Lookout Page Designer Bayelee Hodge recently talked with men’s basketball player Tevin Taylor. The sophomore is studying business at Lansing Community College. When did you start playing basketball? “I started playing when I was 4.” What made you start playing basketball? “My dad really got me into the sport.” What inspires you? “The objective, not to fail in life, just to keep going and not let nothing set you back.” What struggles do you face as a basketball player? “Wanting to get better every day. Wanting to get up and get in the gym
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more. … Work out every day and just keeping the same intensity and the same adrenaline.” How does being an athlete make you a better person? “I feel like it allows me to connect with more people, communicate and get to know people. (I) work on my teamwork skills and my ability to understand different people you meet every day.” How has being an athlete affected your life? “It gives you something to do. I mean I like playing basketball.” Why do you love basketball? “There’s so much good about the game. It gives you that feeling of being able to relax (to) enjoy yourself … giving you a different feeling than reality. When you step in between the lines it’s
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like you’re not thinking about what’s going on back home, what’s going on with your family, personal problems or anything like that.” What is the best part about playing basketball? “The ability to compete and meet new people and being able to go in, day in and day out, and just play hard; doing something you love to do.” Do you have any embarrassing moments in your career? “Someone made me fall once. I got broke but never been dunked on. … I’d rather take getting broke then getting dunked on, for sure.” What are your future plans with basketball? “To go to a four-year university and (then maybe) to the G-League or … go overseas.”
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Movie focuses on transgender activist By Ali Williams A&E Editor The LCC Prism Alliance held a movie and discussion about transgender activist Marsha P. Johnson Wednesday, Nov. 13. The event was a part of Transgender Awareness Week, which started Tuesday, Nov. 12. The movie that was shown was “The Life and Death of Marsha P. Johnson,” which focused on her activism career and her mysterious death that Victoria Cruz, one of her friends, investigated. Prism, LCC’s Employee LGBTQ+ alliance, hosted the movie events for Transgender Awareness Week. Fran Krempasky and Jeanne Donado, Prism members, were some of the people who helped arrange the events for Transgender Awareness Week. Jonathan Rosewood, LCC’s Diversity Program Coordinator, said that Prism hosted the movie to help educate the college and community about transgender awareness. LCC student Sofia Gentil attended the movie and discussion because she was interested in the topic. “I like this sort of topic,” Gentil said.
“Lifting up, getting informed … topics that people don’t like to talk about … I’m just kind of interested. I think it’s helpful for everybody to learn about that kind of stuff.” Gentil said the movie was informative, and let her understand difficult topics that may involve violence. “I’m really just trying to force myself to face these difficult topics of violence,” Gentil said. Rosewood, who has worked at LCC for over two years, attended Wednesday’s event. He said this was the first time Prism held a movie and discussion for Transgender Awareness Week. “Sometimes you can be biased toward a certain group,” Rosewood said. “So if we talk about the LGBTQ+ community ... you would think that they were all just one big happy community. And that’s something from the film that I’ve seen today that it wasn’t necessarily like that. “This helped me see … how Trans women get victimized, murdered or just disappear. Not too many people have answers for that. That was alarming to
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Jeanne Donado introduces “The Life and Death of Marsha P. Johnson” in the Centre for Engaged Inclusion.
me.” The discussion after the movie allowed attendees to speak about the LGBTQ+ community and how the movie impacted them. Many, including Rosewood, noticed how the transgender community was treated within the LGBTQ+ community. “Having people in our space share
their experiences … was very helpful to see that we’re all people,” Rosewood said. “When things are going wrong … we kind of have to stand up and … give a voice.” “The Life and Death of Marsha P. Johnson” can be found on Netflix. It follows Cruz’s journey on discovering what caused Johnson’s mysterious death.
Holistic psychic fair promotes natural health By Maddy Warren Staff Writer The Fall Holistic Psychic Fair was held at the Atrium Office Center on Washington Square in downtown Lansing, Saturday, Nov. 16. Attendees shopped for jewelry, crystals, natural skincare products, soaps, sprays, tea and other goods being sold by the numerous vendors. There were also multiple healers and readers on-site offering their services. Free informative presentations on holistic and metaphysical topics went on throughout the day. The event’s orchestrator, Willow Richmond, has been a massage therapist and healer for 30 years, and has been reading Tarot cards for 40 years. She also received her hypnosis certificate in 2018. “I work intuitively in all of them,” Richmond said. “(I) do past life regression. I do Tarot readings; the cards lay out a framework for intuitive information.” Richmond said the Nov. 16 fair was
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MSU student Leah Sargent stands near one of the many booths at the Holistic Psychic Fair Nov. 16.
her third and that she has held two others, in May of 2018 and April of 2019.
“This has been a brainchild of mine since I began renting ... at the Atrium
Office Center in 2010,” she said. “If (the fairs) continue to grow, I may offer them more frequently around the Lansing area.” Richmond said the center can hold about 26 vendors, readers and/or healers. She said she hopes to expand to a larger space in the spring so she can invite more people. Jill Kazee was one of the vendors at the fair. She has been a dental hygienist for the last 16 and a half years. She works as a hygienist Monday through Thursday, and also makes her own natural tea blends, soaps and sprays. Kazee attends fairs in the area as a vendor and healer. “I just got interested in studying natural health,” Kazee said. “I started learning about natural health and was inspired.” Richmond is holding another fair next spring, April 18, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Atrium Office Center. For more information, visit “Madame Rue’s Emporium-Willow Richmond Tarot Readings” on Facebook.
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IN BRIEF
Arts and Entertainment
Actor Quinn Kelly (left) rehearses for his role in “I Have a Name” Nov. 16. Below, Reuben Kenyatta, one of the subjects of the play, shows his artwork on opening night. At right actress Ny’kieria Blocker works on her lines in Dart Auditorium prior to the play.
‘Wonderland of Lights’ is at zoo Potter Park Zoo is having its 25th annual Wonderland of Lights Nov. 22 through Dec. 29. Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, attendees are able to see the zoo’s lights from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be cookies, crafts and a chance to meet the animals. Santa will also make an appearance. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children ages 3 to 12. To learn more, visit https://potterparkzoo.org/event/25th-annual-wonderland-of-lights/
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Ballpark is hosting light show Cooley Law School Stadium in Lansing is having its debut this year of “Holiday Lights Stadium Style.” The event will feature a 360-degree walk around the light show. There will be train rides and more. Every Friday is Family Friday, with tickets costing $5 for everyone over the age of 6. Tickets for children 6 and under are free. For more information, visit https://www.lansing.org/event/holiday-lights-stadium-style/19747/.
Charlie Brown comes to Lansing
Play describes homeless stories By Ali Williams A&E Editor Anyone can be homeless: a friend, a neighbor or even a family member. The cast of “I Have a Name” showed this when it performed at Dart Auditorium Nov. 16 and 17. The show incorporated music, spoken poetry and interpretive dance, all done by LCC professors, alumni and students. The cast included Quinn Kelly, Kayla Henry, Jeffry Wilson, Ny’Kieria Blocker and Bob Robinson. They performed stories of five people from the Lansing area involving experiences with homelessness throughout their lives. Emmie Paullin played Jillian, a student who was a part of Judy Allen’s research project that “I Have a Name” is based upon. The five people portrayed by the cast – JP Cummings, Shylah Outlaw, Dominique O’Neal, Dick Taylor and Reuben Kenyat-
ta – were all interviewed at Volunteers of America, now known as City Rescue Mission. Kenyatta was at Dart Auditorium Saturday, Nov. 16 to showcase his art and make a speech on stage once the cast was done performing. Kenyatta served in the United States Marine Corps for multiple years. He suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder for years, as he was never tested for it when he left the military, he said. “I came to speak as well as tell my story,” Kenyatta said, “and also share some of the artwork that I do as therapy … to help me stay focused.” The lives of the subjects of the play before, during and after their time at Volunteers of America were spoken about during the performances. Blocker, who also performed in “Sunset Baby” in September, played Dominique O’Neal. O’Neal is a 26-year-old mother of
two children, ages 8 and 6. “Her (Dominique) story is that she went through an abusive relationship,” Blocker said. “Eventually enough was enough for her and she wanted to protect her children.” Blocker explained that O’Neal became homeless when she decided to protect her children from their abusive father. Despite being in a negative situation, Blocker said, O’Neal always had a positive mindset throughout her life. Kelly, an LCC theater program alumni who has been in 11 LCC productions, played the role of JP Cummings. Cummings is currently a student at LCC who plans to graduate in the year 2021, Kelly said at the end of the performance. “He was a drug addict … when he was on the streets,” Kelly said. “He made it out and he kind of has a full-circle story. Now he is working as a phlebotomist, but back when he was homeless, he used to donate plasma to make money.”
Starting Nov. 29, the Riverwalk Theatre will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The performances are Nov. 29 to Dec. 1. There will also be performances Dec. 5 to Dec. 8. The play is directed by Bob Purosky, with music direction by Jeff English, and book, lyrics and music by Clark Gesner. To learn more, visit https://www.riverwalktheatre.com/.
400 Years has Celebration Concert Tuesday, Dec. 3 is the last event for the year-long celebration of LCC’s 400 Years of African-American History Commission Initiative. Registration and the reception for the event begins at 5 p.m. The program begins at 5:45 p.m. at Dart Auditorium. The concert will include African drums and dancers, gospel and children’s choirs, an honoring of community members and more. The event also includes African-American history story telling. For more information, visit https://lcc.edu/services/community-campus-resources/events/400years/.
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reviews
Lambert deals country-pop ‘Wild Card’ By Maddy Warren Staff Writer Two-time Grammy winner Miranda Lambert released her seventh album on Nov. 1. The 14-track recording, titled “Wild Card,” totals 48 minutes. It introduces edgier and, dare I say, a more modern sound, than some of her older tunes. At the same time it has tracks that reflect her earlier repertoire. The opening track, “White Trash,” brings a pop-rock sound to the table straight away. The guitar riffs and unique drum beats throughout give it a country-rock vibe that has become increasingly popular within the last decade.
The lyrics, “I can’t hide it in a closet, I can’t stuff it in a trunk / I can keep my roots from showin’ / But I can’t keep my white trash off the lawn,” illustrate the typical themes of country music. As the album progresses, the tracks start to mimic some of my older Lambert favorites, including “Over Again,” “The House That Built Me,” “White Liar” and “Mama’s Broken Heart,” to name a few. Track 9 and 10 on the album, “How Dare You Love” and “Fire Escape,” channel the country ballads that I loved so much as a preteen. In middle school, I listened to Lambert and other female country artists, including
Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift and Lady Antebellum, religiously. Even though I’ve strayed from the genre in recent years due to my other interests, I never hesitate to play my favorite hits from the ladies while driving to school – if the mood strikes of course. Overall, I enjoyed “Wild Card.” It is a perfect indicator of where Lambert is in her career currently. However, in my opinion, her music from the early 2000s still reigns. At the risk of sounding like my dad, they are “oldies but goodies” for a reason. “Wild Card” is available for purchase on iTunes and the Google Play Store. It can also be streamed on Spotify and YouTube.
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‘Last Christmas’ movie features a healing soul By Chloe Gregg Staff Writer Christmas is right around the corner, and with that comes new holiday movies. This year, “Last Christmas,” directed by Paul Feig and produced by Emma Thompson, is the big holiday “rom-com.” Just as with any good Christmas romcom, “Last Christmas” offers feel-good moments, a George Michael soundtrack, witty humor and memorable performances by the two main characters, Kate (Emilia Clarke) and Tom (Henry Golding). The movie is centered around Kate, a frustrated and depressed former singer who works as an elf in a year-round
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Christmas shop in London. Kate meets Tom, a handsome and kind man who brings a little light into her world and helps her get her Christmas spirit back. Although Tom seems too good to be true, Kate inevitably lets him into her heart and changes her outlook on life. “Last Christmas” is not your typical Christmas movie, however. It showcases a story about a woman learning how to love and accept herself after a period of self-loathing. As with a lot of popular films right now, “Last Christmas” is about more than what it may seem. It offers a deeper-meaning message to its audiences on how to love oneself and the importance of making
sure you’re happy. This emotional rom-com is only made better with the holiday visuals of London all dressed up for Christmas. This movie really highlights the magic of London and proves that, although it may be freezing, Christmas time offers a lot of warmth for the heart. Ultimately, “Last Christmas” is a modernized holiday romance made relatable for those who have been feeling a little down on themselves lately and need a little pick-me-up. “Last Christmas” has a lot of tear-jerking moments and twists, so I’d suggest bringing a tissue box and getting comfy for this unforgettable holiday film.
Blue Owl Coffee Co. brings energy to Old Town
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Customers enjoy a beverage at Old Town’s Blue Owl.
By Danielle Hook Freelance Writer The new Blue Owl Coffee Co. at 1236 Turner St. in Lansing, fits into the Old Town community with ease. The shop opened Monday, Nov. 4. Already busy with customers, it seems this shop is there to stay. The service was impeccable. The person at the counter greeted me as soon as I walked through the door and offered a genuine smile during every interaction. His friendliness made the place feel like home, even on my first visit.
Between the eclectic but cozy furniture and the community art project, this coffee shop offers a warm and upbeat environment. The fairy lights and free Wi-Fi make this a good spot for college student to hang out, get some coffee, or study for finals. The menu does not offer much variety, but the food and drinks offered are delicious. Prices are competitive compared to bigger chains of coffee shops. Smaller businesses can rarely find this balance between quality and pricing. I had a cranberry citrus muffin and a type of coffee drink called a Shakerato.
The muffin was especially memorable due to its odd flavor combination. My only complaint is that the muffin would have been better if it had been hot. I also bought a hot chocolate, which I worried would be a bit generic. However, it was the best tasting hot chocolate I have had in years. It was sweet and creamy, but not overly rich. Overall, the Blue Owl Coffee Co. seems like a wonderful addition to my favorite part of Lansing. The chill vibe and decently priced coffee is a huge attraction for students and professionals.
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King Bob
Girls in Sports
By LCC Student Alex Riley
By Justin Borus and Andrew Feinstein
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Hold your newspaper up to a mirror to get the answers to this week’s Sudoku puzzle.
14|opinion
nov. 25 - dec. 8, 2019 www.lcc.edu/lookout — Stocken speaks —
The abundance of celebrity dishonor I grew up in a household of four with a unique family dynamic underneath our “normal” façade. Our quirky kin spent a lot of time listening to music and watching movies and television shows together. The cinema and music I enjoyed in my youth evoke sense memories for me that I can go home to as an adult. Over the years, however, controversy has blacklisted some of my favorite movies, music, and more importantly, artists. Justifiably, I no longer have a celebrity crush on Kevin Spacey after sexual assault allegations made by more than 30 individuals. I can’t even begin to confront what sad-
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ness the convicted sex offender, Bill Cosby, has brought to fans that loved him and “The Cosby Show.” With a heavy heart, I felt the loss of my onscreen mother, Roseanne Barr. In 2018, Barr posted a racist tweet, leading to the cancelation of her television show, “Roseanne” after its 10th season.
Now, whether society uniformly boycotts actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg or not, the enchantment she had in my life has diminished. Goldberg starred in some of my favorite movies, “Sister Act,” “The Color Purple” and “Girl Interrupted,” all uplifting roles with a powerful female voice. However, Whoopi’s unwillingness to shake Donald Trump Jr.’s hand, and her remarks made on ABC’s talk show “The View,” Nov. 7, were detrimental to her legacy for me. Trump Jr. intended to use his appearance to discuss his new book, “Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence US.”
Not one question covered Trump Jr.’s book during the show. Instead, Goldberg refused to use his last name while heated blows were exchanged. Goldberg has used her platform on “The View” to victim blame actress Bella Thorne, who stated that Goldberg “slut shamed” her after a hacker allegedly threatened to release Thorne’s private photos. Goldberg also used her platform on “The View” to defend child rapist Roman Polanksi, saying he didn’t “rape-rape” a 13-yearold girl. I stand by victims of sexual assault, exploitation and bullying. Goldberg should use her voice and views to better the conversation, not cause controversy.
— Robin’s Rant —
Small things offer wonderful reminiscences Little petals of snow fell on my jacket throughout the last evening in October. There was also a light drizzle, the sort of sweet raindrops that stick on clothes. I admired the streetlamps and their puddles of yellow light glowing on the sidewalk. Earlier that evening, before leaving the A&S building, I passed a friend I hadn’t seen in a while, sitting on a skinny ledge just inside the door. She smiled at me and gave me a hug. We talked briefly about classes, jobs, things that stress us, things that give us joy. She opened her roses-on-black umbrella and we walked outside together toward the parking lot.
I had forgotten the serenity in things like walking with a friend under the snow. I thought it was beautiful to look at the thin streams of white, which swirled before falling atop the blackening streets. It felt as though all my cares, worries and tribulations were nonexistent for a moment and I could enjoy the fullness of my surroundings. I took a long walk the next morning and afterwards sat under a giant oak tree near my house. I thought about other little things, similar to the evening prior, which are special not because of what happened, but because of the love they fostered.
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When I think about some of my fondest memories from high school, for example, I see myself sitting in my best friend’s car and he’s driving us all over Holt. During those precious moments, I could be myself and talk about whatever was on my mind,
knowing he loved me and understood. In summer, I would bike alone to the county park and sit at the end of the boardwalk, looking at the lake glimmer in the dawn’s sunlight. Most days I would run through the woods as well, off the trail, fascinated by a fawn’s white-spotted coat. How I miss the feeling of being so uninhibited! I remember how intimate the total physical and emotional connection between myself and the simplicity of these little pleasures has been. They represent some of the most wonderful and beautiful sensations I’ve known. I cherish them and yearn for their joy every day.
— Chloe chats —
Here’s some tips to handle ‘turkey drop’ season It’s an interesting time of the year for the single-tons and couples. It’s “cuffing season.” Cuffing season is a time during the fall and winter months in which people who are normally single and/or promiscuous find themselves, along with everyone else, wanting to be “cuffed” or tied down with a serious relationship. However, now that it’s November and we’re transitioning into winter and the holidays, it’s also time for the “turkey drop.” The turkey drop is that infamously unfortunate time of the year when couples, who thought they would be able to withstand the
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distance that college careers create, break up after they go home for Thanksgiving. This makes for an interesting turn of events. As I’m sure many of the bachelors and bachelorettes know, it seems like options are limited right now. However, after the turkey
drop hits, an influx of newly eligible singles will be joining Tinder, Grindr, sliding into Instagram DMs, and adding you on Snapchat before November is through. In preparation for this unfortunate but inevitable event, here are a few obvious signs you’re going to get turkey dropped for the season. First off, are you communicating well? A lot of times couples will lose touch when one of them is having doubts. If conversation isn’t going as smooth as it once was, maybe you should talk to your significant other about it. Do you spend more time unhappy with
your relationship than happy? A lot of times, even if we’re unhappy, we’ll chalk it up to being nothing, or an overreaction on our part, and just ignore it. Don’t ignore your unhappiness and, once again, you should talk to your partner about it. Finally, what does your gut say? Does something feel off to you? If your gut feeling is that something is wrong, then talk to your partner about it and hopefully you are able to fix the issue before it becomes unmanageable. The best remedy for a relationship is communication and honesty, so good luck to every couple out there this turkey season!
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The spread of materialistic holidays On behalf of The Lookout, we apologize for the shear mention of the word “Christmas” before the month of December. With that being said, I’m sure this isn’t the first reference to Christmas you have heard or come across within the last couple of months. For many people, the celebration of Halloween began on the first chilly day in August. This increased desire to celebrate holidays before it is time has led to a growth in materialism and materialistic holidays.
Materialistic holidays devalue the meaning of religious and family orientated seasonal celebrations. Thanksgiving is celebrated in a rush to attend Black Friday shopping and has become the new “opening day” for the Christmas season. Family traditions are lost within a materialist society that places higher importance on things and gifts, rather than the people for whom we purchase the possessions.
We urge readers to reflect on how their families celebrates the holidays now, compared to when they were children. What traditions do you like best? Which are missing? Evoke the spirit of giving and make family memories through do-it-yourself gifts, or by baking with one another. Whether you volunteer your time during the holidays or spend the day with family, find what works for you and make it meaningful.
— Kari in the city —
Stay safe on the roads during winter months Driving in a Michigan winter can be intimidating; whether it’s your first, fifth or 50th time driving in these challenging conditions. Thankfully, despite the often-dangerous driving conditions, there are ways to practice safe driving. I have four winter-driving tips that may help you get through the snowy and icy season. The first tip, you may have thought of yourself already: stay home and do not drive! Unfortunately, while we can’t stay in our warm homes all winter, trying to limit your driving can
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help reduce the chances of an accident. Secondly, have an emergency kit in your vehicle. This can be simple, or as extravagant as you want to make it. But, here’s a list of the basics that
you should have in your vehicle at all times: A warm blanket, a pair of boots, gloves, a hat, a first-aid kit and jumper cables. Also in the winter, throw a bag of salt and a shovel in the back of your vehicle! This can particularly help in situations of getting stuck in deep snow, or on ice. Thirdly, make sure your tires have a decent tread on them. This will help your vehicle stop on any road condition, especially ones that have black ice or snowy-sludge on them.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving dish? Shauna Stocken
editor in Chief
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“Greenbean casserole”
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“Pumpkin pie”
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sports/photo ed.
“Pierogies”
“Stuffing and sweet potatoes”
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“Mashed potatoes or turkey”
Furthermore, what pairs with good tires, and are equally as important, are your brakes! Try to make sure your brakes are in good condition. The fourth and final tip: Do. Not. Tailgate. Keep yourself a safe distance from the car ahead of you! A pile-up is more likely to happen on icy roads. According to a study conducted by Value Penguin, Michigan had the highest winter-related fatalities between 2013 and 2017. With that being said, Michigan is one of the most dangerous states for winter driving, so stay warm and stay safe!
the lookout staff
Kari eastway
ad manager
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“Mashed potatoes and gravy”
Chloe Gregg
staff writer
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“Scalloped potatoes”
Maddie Warren
staff writer
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“Mashed potatoes”
larry hook
adviser
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“Turkey, turkey, turkey”
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G e t z a p p e d!
E s c a p e w i n t e r w e at h e r at Z a p Z o n e For many people, staying indoors is preferred during chilly winter days, but often leads to boredom. Avoid the couch lock and catching a cold by staying active and entertained indoors at Zap Zone Family Fun Center, located at 936 Mall Dr. East in Lansing. “Our arcade is the biggest in the Lansing area, so we do get a lot of people that come in for the arcade,” said Zap Zone manager of 10 years, Mujay Qatum. “We have adults that come in. We have kids that come in. It’s great for all ages.” In addition to arcade games, the center also offers the following attractions, all starting at $8 per person. * Laser tag in a four-story arena; * Eighteen holes of black-light miniature golf; * Virtual reality rides;
* Bumper cars; * A trampoline area with obstacle courses and rock walls. According to Qatum, Zap Zone attractions do not have a weight limit or an age requirement. “Laser tag is my favorite attraction, for sure,” said Myah Schrauben, a Zap Zone employee and LCC student. “This is so much fun. … You get so stressed with exams and everything like that; this can actually make you feel a lot better about it.” Schrauben said evenings at Zap Zone are more fun for adults, particularly the unlimited-attraction events. For $25 per person, join the next unlimited night in celebration of Thanksgiving: Nov. 30 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. For a complete list of upcoming events and attractions, visit https://zapzone.com/.
The ZapZone claw game allows players to win valuable items including air pods, electric toothbrushes and fidget spinners.
Maaliyah (above), and Summer (right) hold tickets they won in the Zap Zone arcade. Below, Lane Kilgore takes aim during a laser tag game.
ZapZone employee Angeli Guerrero, 16, assists Master, age 5, in creating a stuffed bear. in the ZapZone’s “Bear Factory.” Guerrero started working at ZapZone this past October.
STORY AND PHOTOS by EDITOR IN CHIEF Shauna stocken