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Volume 57, Issue 15
April 18 - may 1, 2016
DISCOVERING
THE INNER CHILD
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Early LCC Head Preschool 1 Teacher Allison Horne holds up Eleanor Mann-Gregory, 3, so she can scan a QR code on one of the exhibits at “Our Discoveries” on April 7. The annual exhibit, unveiled April 5, showcases artwork created by Early LCC students. The exhibit will be on display on the garden level of HHS until April 28.
LEGO robots connect with LCC students
Lady Stars earn 11th straight softball victory
Dummies’ Guide to summer entertainment
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LEGO robots class offers hands-on education Aaron Wilton Staff Writer In the middle of LCC’s east campus, a LEGO robotics class is teaching adults how to build and program LEGO creations. The class is held Mondays from 6 to 9 p.m. through May 2. Karen Delaney is the adjunct staff member leading the class. “I just started working for the community ed. department and they asked me to come up with new, trendy classes that would reach the community members,” Delaney said. “This was one of those classes.” She said there are very few classes for middle and high school students that are really hands-on in math and science, so the LEGO robotics class is one solution. “The whole point is to get LEGO robotics out to parents whose kids are interested in it … and to get it out to teachers,” Delaney said. “It is such a great resource for learning both science and mathematics at the middle school and high school level.” During class on April 11, students were learning how to build the robots. “Next week they’re going to be learning how to move it, to turn it and all of the angles and degrees that
it takes to do that,” Delaney said. “The week after that I start talking to them about all of the different displays and sounds that it can make. And then I show them how to use different sensors (on the last day of class).” Delaney said the four-part class is slated to be offered again in the fall, as well as next spring. John Szilagyi, a librarian at LCC, participated in the class as a student. “I heard about this class through myLCC, the news feed,” Szilagyi said. “A lot of libraries, schools and other places are doing a lot of these types of programs. “Obviously I’ve played with LEGOs, but I’ve never made LEGO robots or known anything about the programming aspect of it.” Szilagyi said building a robot was a lot of fun. “It was a lot more complex than any LEGOs I’ve ever done before,” he added. Anyone seeking more information can find it by searching “LEGO Robotics” on www.lcc.edu. There are many courses available for youth or adult community members.
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Student Benjamin Ng puts the finishing touches on his crane-like LEGO robot at east campus.
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Stars shine brightly at recognition celebration LCC students, staff, programs, organizations and departments were all honored during the 49th annual Student Recognition Celebration, hosted by Student Life, April 8. Paul Hernandez, LCC chief diversity officer, spoke at the event. “I want to make sure that all my colleagues in the room and all the friends and family members of the students who are here understand that tonight is really, truly about our students and celebrating them in a way to acknowledge their hard work and commitment in what they’re trying to achieve beyond the classroom,” he said during his opening remarks speech. The celebration, held in the West Campus Conference Center, was divided into four parts: Special Awards, Program Awards, Student Organization Awards and Department Awards. LCC programs honored at the ceremony included the Student Leadership Academy, The Lookout, LUCERO Program, Women’s Resource Center & Returning Adult Program and the TRiO Program. The Lookout awards included Associate Editor Shelby Schueller and A&E Editor Jaimie Bozack co-winning “Journalist of the Year,” News Editor Aaron Emerson winning “Rookie of the Year” and Staff Writer/
NEWS Academic Senate elects new members
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A&E Editor Jaimie Bozack, left, and Associate Editor Shelby Schueller were both awarded Journalist of the Year at the 49th annual Student Recognition Celebration on Friday, April 8.
Ad Salesman Aaron Wilton winning “Most Improved Staff Member.” Student organizations recognized included the American Marketing Association, Black Student Union, Information Technology Student Alliance and the Sign Language Club. During this portion of the event, the Adviser of the Year award was presented to Bill Motz, American Marketing Association adviser. “I think we’re up here because we love our students, we love what we do, we want you to be successful and
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Staff Writer Aaron Wilton, left, was awarded Most Improved Lookout employee at the Student Recognition Ceremony on April 8. News Editor Aaron Emerson was named Rookie of the Year.
that’s part of what we’re here for at Lansing Community College,” Motz said during his acceptance speech. “On behalf of all the other advisers, I accept this Adviser of the Year. “I want to say thank you to all of the other advisers. I know you make things happen, and all you students that have stepped forward in leadership within your clubs because that’s what makes these organizations a success; each one of you here tonight.” At the end of the night, two LCC departments – the science and mathematics department and Center for Transitional Learning – were also acknowledged. Hernandez encouraged the people at the ceremony to not just dream, but to make their dreams come true. “I can’t help but be so extraordinarily elated for you, because you decided to go beyond the classroom to conduct research, to be involved in service, to be the change you want to see in the world,” he said. “The classroom and your professors have given you the expertise you need … but it’s what you will do above and beyond that will separate you from the rest of the world and will make you a true star, like the LCC star that you are.”
The LCC Academic Senate election commenced March 31, with 11 senators representing six departments being chosen and an atlarge seat being filled. The winners are: at large, Ed Bryant, business and economics; Zachary Macomber, community and workforce development; Doug Burke, health and human services; James Allen, Melissa Kamai-Arambula, Michelle Curtain and Nikki Gruesbeck, math and computer science; Eliza Lee, public service careers; Ed Thomas, social science humanities; Jeff Janowick; Mark Kelland. The Academic Senate is comprised of LCC faculty, administration members and students. According to the college’s website, there are currently 43 senators. For more information, visit www.lcc.edu/provost/senate/
LCC student awarded aviation scholarship Jordan Jones, a first-year student in the Aviation Maintenance Technology program at LCC, was awarded a scholarship to help fund his schooling. The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 55 in Mason named Jones the recipient of the 2016 Newberry Aviation Scholarship. In a press release written by LCC Public Relations Director Devon Bradley, Jones stated the scholarship will allow him to focus solely on school and not worry about books or tuition. “When I found out I was selected, I thought, ‘Wow, they must really know how hard I am working,’” Jones said. “I feel very proud of that and appreciative.”
The ‘Centre’ releases event schedule The Centre for Engaged Inclusion, located in room 252.04 of the Gannon Building, released its upcoming schedule of events. Among the highlighted events is, “Apparatus of Evil - Nothing is Harmless Anymore: Adorno, the Holocaust, and Radical Evil” on Monday, April 18 from 12:10 to 1:30 p.m. There is also a Friday game time for global students. Game time is Friday, April 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. For a complete list of upcoming events at the Centre for Engaged Inclusion, visit www.lcc.edu/resources/the_centre/ or call (517) 483-1616.
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Students express selves through spoken word Aaron Emerson News Editor LCC student Chatiana Moore has a passion for theater, poetry and spoken word performances. That is one reason she helped facilitate two “spoken word” events at the Centre for Engaged Inclusion this year. The latest one, held April 7, was sponsored by the Black History Month Committee. Originally scheduled for February, it had to be moved due to inclement weather. Moore said the event, called “Celebrating and Honoring Black Voices,” allowed students to express themselves in ways they normally can’t. “There’s a lot of pent up frustration that college students have sometimes,” Moore said. “They always need something creative
to use as an outlet for them, whether it’s poetry or music.” Moore was one of seven students who performed on April 7. She read “What it’s Like to be a Black Girl” by Patricia Smith, and one she wrote herself, “Scars.” Several students read poetry written by famous authors, including Maya Angelou, while others used YouTube to stream “Brave New Voices” videos. And though the event was designed to celebrate black history, Moore said they wanted it to be open to all races. “We wanted it to be about African-Americans in a sense, but you didn’t have to be black to do it,” Moore said. “Spoken word really gives people that platform to talk about issues that bother them. We need a time to let all of that out.”
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LCC student Karrington Kelsey reads a poem at the spoken word event on April 7.
April: a month to study sexual assault prevention Shelby Schueller Associate Editor April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. With it comes an importance that students know how to protect themselves, as well as what is put in place at LCC to protect them, including Title IX. According to Christine Thompson, director of Student Compliance and student Title IX coordinator, Title IX is a gender discrimination law that focuses on discrimination in schools based on gender, pregnancy, discrimination in athletics and sexual misconduct. The latter includes sexual assault and harassment; stalking; and dating and domestic violence. Any school that receives federal funding must have a Title IX coordinator and process, Thompson said. She discussed sexual harassment. “I think when you look at sexual harassment, it’s the pervasiveness of what’s occurring,” Thompson said. “And also, on the student side, if you feel like you’re an alleged victim of that, is it impacting your ability to be successful as a student? Is it offensive? Is it fearful to a reasonable person?” She encouraged students to let the offending person know they are saying something offensive and politely ask them to stop. In cases of sexual assault, the most
important preventative measure is to intervene if a situation does not look or feel right, Thompson said. “I think that bystander intervention is a huge one,” she said. “A lot of people don’t want to put themselves in harm’s way. But a lot of times, you’re taking action before anything gets to that point and just removing somebody from a situation that might be potentially bad.” “A lot of times what happens in large groups is that everybody thinks that somebody else is going to do something, and so nobody does anything. That’s what we’re really trying to teach people … to be that person who’s going to stand up and make sure that you’re preventing some-
thing bad from happening.” Thompson said if a situation is too dangerous to intervene, call the police immediately. Thompson also expressed that sexual harassment and assault can happen to all groups of people. “People need to remember that it not only occurs in the heterosexual community, but also in the LGBTQ community, especially,” she said. “More victims are coming forward related to sexual assault, sexual harassment and just gender discrimination. “There are a lot of struggles out there and I think when people think about this law, they need to think beyond the traditional thoughts about Title IX when it first came about.” Thompson advised victims to report what happened to them, and to go to a hospital so that any possible evidence can be collected, especially if there were no witnesses to the assault. Incidents can be reported to the LCC Police Department, the Office of Student Compliance, an LCC staff member, or confidentially online at the LCC Title IX website. “So many sexual assaults go unreported and often then the victim is kind of left on their own to deal with it all and it’s a very traumatic experience,” Thompson said. LCC Student Allison Ramos ex-
pressed the importance of sexual assault awareness. “Sexual assault is broad, so sometimes someone might not be fully aware if they are being ‘uptight’ or if they are actually being assaulted,” Ramos said. “This means ... any sexual action toward you that you do not want, verbal or physical. “If you are targeted, then reach out. Tell someone whom you love, tell a counselor, tell a police officer. There are also programs around Lansing that help victims of sexual assault.” Thompson encouraged victims of sexual assault to not blame themselves, know they are not alone and reach out for help so they can begin the healing process. Campus Resources for Student Support, along with the Campus Compliance and Programming Team, will host an Awareness Tent during Finals Frenzy Week on Monday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Washington Mall. The focus will be on stress management, sexual assault awareness and prevention, and alcohol/drug use awareness and prevention. The tent will have information, ice cream, a chance to win prizes and more. For more information about Title IX, visit http://bit.ly/1MwdGP1. To learn about the May 2 event, call the Office of Student Compliance at (517) 483-1261.
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The Lookout wins 15 journalism awards Jeremy Kohn Editor in Chief The Lookout won 15 Michigan Community College Press Association awards for excellence in journalism, including first place in Overall Newspaper Design, during the MCCPA’s press day celebration April 9 at Central Michigan University. The Lookout also earned second place in the Division I General Excellence category. LCC was among nine community colleges represented at the conference. Students engaged in workshops led by professionals in the journalism world. Sessions were led by such personalities as Chad Livengood from The Detroit News, Brian Manzulo from the Detroit Free Press and Jake May from The Flint Journal. The conference kicked off with two keynote speakers: Joseph V. Sowmick and Natalie Shattuck from the Tribal Observer of Mt. Pleasant. They shared their journalism knowledge and experiences as part of a Native American newspaper. “Even as a working journalist, if you keep an open mind … then you are going to be willing to talk to all of those sources out there,” Sowmick said. “You are going to be a better journalist …
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Jake May, left, chief photographer at The Flint Journal, demonstrates using the flashlight on an iPhone to light a subject during an MCCPA worskhop on April 9. Aaron Wilton of The Lookout is among the observers.
More importantly you are going to be a better citizen.” Following the conference, an awards banquet was held to announce students’ winning entries. The Lookout increased its number of awards, from nine in 2015, to 15 for 2016. The Lookout Adviser Larry Hook spoke about the awards won by his staff.
“We have an amazing staff, and the 15 awards we won this year is a fitting tribute to the hard work that they put in this year,” Hook said. “They are a well-rounded staff and I am really proud of them. “Our redesign this year, spearheaded by (page designer) Nikki Nicolaou, was a big step for The Lookout and the results were awesome. The first-place
award in Overall Design is something we take great pride in.” The Lookout Sports Editor Rich Schenck won an honorable mention in the Sports News Story category, as well as a second-place award for Sports Feature Story. “It’s fantastic to be recognized for the hard work you put in throughout the year,” Schenck said. “But the real joy, for me at least, is to see the other writers honored for their work, too. It just shows the kind of talent we have at The Lookout and the quality of skills.” Other awards won by The Lookout included: • Second places: Critical Review by Jaimie Bozack; Front Page Design for Brian Wells and Nikki Nicolaou; Photo Essay by Brian Wells; and Humorous Column by Shelby Schueller. • Honorable mention: Sports Feature by Aaron Emerson; Critical Review by Aaron Emerson; News Photo by Jaimie Bozack; News Photo by Brian Wells; Inside Page Design by Nikki Nicolaou; Entertainment Cartoon by Vincent Mata: and Online Newspaper, The Lookout staff.
Alumnus Spotlight: Cindy kosloski
Alumnus works way up from mailroom to CEO Jeremy Kohn Editor In Chief Cindy Kosloski’s first job was sorting mail in a mailroom. From there she gained important knowledge from various jobs to become CEO of a non-profit called Home Builders Association of Greater Lansing. The 46-year-old LCC alumnus, who is married to her husband Paul and has a 22-year-old daughter named Hailey, attended LCC from 1989 to 1992. She majored in paralegal studies. The LCC graduate spoke about her favorite memories while attending the college. “During my paralegal course I became close with many of the students,” Kosloski said. “I enjoyed meeting people who were looking to learn to start a second career. “To have the chance to sit next to someone in class (who) was able to provide real-life experiences really opened my eyes to a different type of learning.” When Kosloski wasn’t hitting the books
she was donning her scrubs working for the Michigan’s Nurses Association. She said although she didn’t have anyone in particular she considered a mentor, her experience with all of her professors was positive. “LCC prepared me for the real world.” Kosloski said. “Instructors, counselors and all the staff were extremely helpful in making sure I was working toward a goal to graduate and pursue a career that would be challenging and rewarding.” After attending LCC, Kosloski said she had many different jobs that led to her current job. “After some years at MNA I took a position at the Small Business Association of Greater Lansing as the marketing director, where I spent eight years,” she said. “Following that I was hired at the Home Builders Association of Greater Lansing as the marketing director. I was in that position for eight years and was named CEO.” She spoke about the goal and atmosphere of the Home Builders Association.
“The HBA of Greater Lansing is a non-profit professional trade staff association that represents 350 area members, including home builders, remodelers, subcontractors and home building services providers throughout Mid-Michigan.” Kosloski said. “I am proud to work with a great staff and wonderful members.” Aaron Tobias, an employee from Century Construction who has worked with Kosloski at HBA, spoke about her work ethic. “It is hard to put in words just what Cindy Kosloski means to the Greater Lansing HBA,” Tobias said. “Beyond her professionalism and dedication to her job, she is a truly genuine person that can connect with anyone that she talks to. “Her skills would transcend any career path she chose. We consider ourselves fortunate to have her as our CEO.” For more information on the Home Builders Association of Greater Lansing visit their website www.hbalansing.com/
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Cindy Kosloski is the CEO of HBA of Greater Lansing.
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CTE statement adds to ‘Jerry’s Circus’ There have been plenty of times that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has said stuff that made us chuckle innocently, like when we hear a young child tell a joke. Your war-room staff had to rip the first-round draft card with Johnny Manziel’s name on it out of your hands? Tony Romo is one of the best quarterbacks in the league? That’s cute Jerry. But what Jones said about the absurdity of there being a link between football and CTE? The big top at “Jerry’s Circus” has officially gone up. CTE, or Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy for those of you don’t know, is a de-
generative brain disease that results from numerous blows to the head. Jones claims there is not research or data that supports the prevalence of CTE in the brains of former football players. He must not have seen the case study from Boston University and the Department of Veterans Affairs. In it, 87 of the 91 brains of deceased players studied showed signs of CTE. Maybe Jerry was oblivious to two of the more well-known suicides by former players. Junior Seau? Had CTE. Adrian Robinson? Had CTE, and he was only 25.
Softballer using prep experience in college & QA
The Lookout Sports Editor Rich Schenck recently spoke with LCC freshman first baseman/catcher JorJordan dan Schneider. The Beal Schneider City product brings four years of high school varsity experience to the Lady Stars. She hit two home runs during an LCC sweep of Glen Oaks Community College in Lansing on March 29. How did softball begin for you? “It started back in kindergarten and I was always good at it. It came natural. I watched older people in high school and I was like ‘I want to grow up like them.’ I just followed in their footsteps. It makes it easier, doing something you love doing, when you’re good at it and you have people motivating you to do better.” What challenges have you faced up to this point? “I was a starter all four years in high school on varsity and never honestly sat the bench. But coming to play college, there’s the best of the best and (LCC Coach Marc Kibby) plays the best of the best. I guess it’s different not playing every game, so it’s kind of hard to adapt to.” What convinced you to come to LCC? “It was one of my choices. A girl from my high school came here and played … She said she loved it and I gave it a try. I’m here
and I love it a lot. It is a lot different from high school.” Do you have any post-LCC plans? “I’m a business, marketing and accounting major so I was thinking maybe Cleary (University) for sure, but I have a couple other ones … Saginaw Valley State. … I haven’t thought about any other ones.” Are there any skills you’ve taken from the high school game or your coaches that you apply to the college game? “A lot of mental toughness. My high school coaches were harder on me because they knew I was good and they knew coaches in college would be a lot harder on you. So I would say mental toughness is the biggest thing.”
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Jordan Schneider makes contact at Ranney Park.
When you have the kind of influence Jones has, how could you not use your position or money to help hurting people from whom you have earned millions of dollars? There are players quitting the game in the prime of their careers because they don’t want to feel the after-effects of packing YOUR stadium. I don’t know how Jones can speak so ignorantly, when the NFL senior vice president for health and safety finally fesses up to
CTE being linked to football. Jones is exactly what is wrong with the NFL when it comes to this issue. The NFL makes more per year then the MLB, NBA, NHL and MLS combined. It is embarrassing that there is still denial in the face of indisputable evidence. Players who have spent their careers entertaining so many, creating so many memories, do not deserve to have their lives end because help is not there.
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LCC sluggers fall to powerhouse Kellogg CC Rich Schenck Sports Editor The LCC baseball team faced an uphill battle as Kellogg Community College visited Westside Park April 14 and swept the Stars 13-2, 8-6. Kellogg (6-0 MCCAA, 19-11 overall through April 14) previously held the No. 5 spot in the NJCAA Division II national rankings. The Bruins showed every reason why they were voted there, as they battered the Stars pitching in the first game. Kellogg opened a 10-0 lead in the third inning. “We played a tough team,” LCC Head Coach Andrew Merchant said. “They exposed everything that we did wrong and they took advantage of the opportunities.” LCC freshman pitcher Gage Gall came on in the fourth and managed to limit further damage by the Bruins’ bats, giving up three runs in his two innings of relief. The Stars (4-4 MCCAA, 15-9 overall) came out in game two with a renewed sense of purpose. Freshman pitcher Connor Myers held Kellogg to only one run into the third inning, but controversy soon followed in the bottom of the inning. With the bases loaded, LCC sophomore
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Jake Bozzo bats during LCC’s game against Kellogg College at Westside Park on Thursday, April 14. The Stars were swept 13-2 and 8-6.
Track teams look to build off cross country success Aaron Emerson News Editor LCC Track Coach Jim Robinson knows that college track is usually an extension of cross country. And if last fall’s cross country season was any indication of how this year will go, the men’s and women’s track teams should have productive 2016 campaigns. Both teams have several runners who were either on the women’s cross country team that won a NJCAA Championship, or the men’s squad, which placed 14th in the nation. On top of that, Robinson said the teams’ running has been encouraging in practice the last two months. “They are both looking very good,” Robinson said. “They have been practicing since February and have been out running in the cold and snow. They are in great shape and eager to get in some races.”
The first two scheduled invitationals were cancelled because of poor weather. The next scheduled competition was set for Saturday, April 16 in the Charles Gray Invitational at Alma College. Robinson is looking at several runners on the girls’ team to contribute top-notch results. Kelly Babcock, Kaitlin Beyer, Taylor Thrush, Kayla Kraft and Krista Magness were all part of the national title cross country team and are running strong this spring, according to Robinson. For the boys, Greg Ingle, Wade Ballmann and Cassidy Millenbach are a trio with great potential. “I think all three of them will do big things this season,” Robinson said. There are currently five invitationals on the schedule for 2016. The postseason is scheduled to start with Regionals May 5 at Vincennes University in Indiana.
Jake Bozzo appeared to be tagged out in a collision with Kellogg’s shortstop. The shortstop dropped the ball during the tag but Bozzo was still ruled out. Merchant came out to protest the ruling to no avail. “He saw intent like Jake was trying to knock the ball out of the guy’s glove,” Merchant said. “I saw Jake was just running hard and the ball appeared in front of him and he didn’t see the play taking place. “The infielder caught the ball right in front of him and it was a collision but it wasn’t Jake plowing the guy. That’s incidental contact and you let that play.” After committing some costly fielding errors, the Stars managed to claw back from an 8-4 deficit in the seventh inning, trimming Kellogg’s lead to two. LCC’s rally was dashed after a diving catch by Kellogg on a long fly ball with the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of the seventh. “So I think we competed well at the end and I think we got a good performance out of Connor Myers, who pitched well in the second game,” Merchant said. “That’s a game I felt we should have taken.”
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Morton helps softballers down Muskegon Rich Schenck Sports Editor The LCC softball team continued to plow through opponents, sweeping the Lady Jayhawks of Muskegon Community College, 5-4 and 2-1 on April 13 at Ranney Park. Marc Kibby’s Stars (8-0 MCCAA West, 17-11 overall through April 13) held on to first place in the MCCAA Western Conference by one game over Kellogg Community College with their 10th and 11th straight wins. “The one thing about this team, and what I told them after the game today, is that we are a good enough team to win with power or we can manufacture,” Kibby said. LCC had outscored its opponents 9418 during the winning streak and have kept the team batting average above .300 while hammering 26 home runs. “This is what I have been preaching to them the last six months about,” Kibby said. “It’s the little things you do to get better.” LCC sophomore pitcher Renae Morton shook off her early season struggles
and found her rhythm on the mound, holding MCC (9-3 MCCAA West, 23-7 overall) to one run on eight hits in the second game of the doubleheader. “It was right on today,” Morton said. “I had been struggling earlier in the season but today was a good day.” Morton was not without a little bit of worry as the bases filled up toward late in the game. “I tried to stay calm and not think about anything and to get the job done,” Morton said. “It’s great to know there are people behind me. It makes a difference because I know the game is not on me.” Morton battled feisty batters all night, racking up close to a dozen pitches per batter at some points. “Renae did a fantastic job tonight,” Kibby said. “This is the pitcher that we’ve had that we know she is. She’s confident through locations where she knows she wants it … she did a fantastic job.” The Lady Stars were scheduled to begin their four-game road trip at Ancilla College April 14, then were slat-
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LCC freshman Chazney Balmer takes a pitch against Muskegon Community College April 13.
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LCC dancers make headlines with dance Jaimie Bozack A&E Editor LCC dancers gave a front-page worthy performance during the annual spring dance concert on April 8, 9 and 10 in Dart Auditorium. “Front Page News” took audience members on a journey through time by giving the dancers’ take on front-page stories that have been written throughout history. The choreography included dance styles that ranged from jazz and tap to modern and ballet. The dancers told stories through dance and included man’s first step on the moon, Woodstock, 9/11 and more. Lead dance faculty Vickie Diebold said the performance went well. “I think the show went amazing,” Diebold said. “The costumes were spot on, the lighting was very imaginative and the dancers did an amazing job.” As the dancers arrived at LCC, the sun was shining and the temperature hinted at the arrival of spring. When the curtain closed, the dancers stepped out into a winter wonderland. Lansing had received several
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LCC presented “Front Page News” April 8 through 10.
inches of snow during opening night of “Front Page News.” “The only thing that didn’t cooperate was the weather,” Diebold said. “We had a winter storm warning (on) opening night. People came in their flip-flops and shorts. When we left the show there were three to four inches on the ground.”
Diebold said despite the weather, attendance was strong. She said people seemed to enjoy the variety of the show. “A couple of our pieces were very moving,” Diebold said. “People told me there were people crying in the audience because they were just so touched by the dance.” Diebold said she is proud of her dancers. “I was really excited for the dancers,” Diebold said. “They worked so incredibly hard over the past eight weeks. It’s a joy to get to see them get out there and dance. “ LCC dancer Keenan Kangas said he thought the performance went well. “It’s always hard to talk about your own performance because you are usually a bad judge of your own talents,” Kangas said. “I do think it went well. I didn’t fall down on my butt or anything super embarrassing, so I guess I’ll consider that a win. “Working in dance you always meet great new people. The other students I have met through dance are some of my closest friends today. It makes the experiences way more enjoyable.”
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Art lovers will get lost in hundreds of tents that will be filled with artists both local to national. The streets of downtown East Lansing will come to life as vendors sell art, crafts and more. The event is free and family friendly. There will also be musical acts that include the East Lansing High School Jazz Band, Off The Ledge and Zydecrunch.
Impression 5 Science Center, Potter Park Zoo, downtown Lansing, Cooley Law School Stadium and more all in one day? Be A Tourist In Your Own Town will provide Lansing residents with the opportunity to travel from one side of Lansing to the other for only $1. A $1 passport will allow participants admission into over 60 places. The event is fun, affordable and family friendly.
What students have to say: “I am a collector of art,” Jay Velpar said. “I try to only take $100 with me to this festival so I don’t spend too much.”
What students have to say: “I think it was cool to showcase some of the places in the area that you sometimes forget about or overlook,” Aaron Dunn said.
Common Ground Music Festival
Lansing JazzFest
Common Ground Music Festival is one of Lansing’s biggest summer events. The Adado Riverfront Park in downtown Lansing will be filled with dozens of tents, the smell of food and the sound of music. Common Ground will celebrate its 17th year in a big way by bringing popular headliners to the main stage. Acts include ASAP Rocky, AWOLNATION, Jason Derulo, Dierks Bentley and more.
The sound of jazz will echo through the streets of Old Town during the annual Lansing JazzFest. The JazzFest will feature many local and national acts. People can dance, listen to saxophone solos and eat food from a wide range of vendors. This event is a great family event.
May 20 through 22
July 5 through 10
What students have to say: “I love going to Common Ground,” Yasmine Wheeler said. “I remember going every year with my mom. I am now old enough to go by myself and have a good time.”
Saturday, June 4
Aug. 5 and 6
What students have to say: “I was in my high school jazz band growing up,” Travis Cayo said. “I am into jazz and love to go to jazz events.”
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Pop, rock, hip-hop coming to Dart Jaimie Bozack A&E Editor Students at LCC have many talents. Some can dance, others can sing, some play sports and some excel in academics. Students in the Vocal Jazz and Pop Ensemble have mastered many styles of music. They perform a mix of jazz standards and current hits that range from pop and rock to R&B and more. The Vocal Jazz and Pop Ensemble will take place Friday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Dart Auditorium. The concert is free. Director Kelly Stuible-Clark said the group has been working on the music since the beginning of the semester. “This is a great opportunity to not only hear good music, but also support LCC students who have worked hard on challenging music all semester,” Stuible-Clark said. Stuible-Clark said music is important for everyone. “Music taps into human emotion and experiences on many levels,” Stuible-Clark said. “With an ensemble like this there is also a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration. The songs
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT REO Town offers comedy from The Coven
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The LCC Vocal Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Thursday, April 7.
can't come together unless all parts are strong.” Stuible-Clark said she hopes the event will allow audience members to get a look into the talent LCC has to offer. “LCC has a strong talent pool in our commercial music program and this ensemble allows us to showcase those students,” Stuible-Clark said. The event will include professional jazz pianist Bill Bastian. Stuible-Clark said Bastian will provide students with
knowledge of jazz. “I am hoping that the audience will enjoy the evening and be exposed to some new music,” Stuible-Clark said. “I always try to program as many styles as we can, so there should be something for everyone. “I'm looking forward to sharing the talent of these singers as well as all of the hard work they've put into this set.” For more information head to www. lcc.edu/cma/events/
‘Beerfest’ seeks to hit home run Jaimie Bozack A&E Editor Over 200 craft beers, including IPA’s, stouts and ciders, will be available on tap during the third annual spring Beerfest at the Ballpark. Beerfest at the Ballpark will be held Saturday, April 30 at Cooley Law School Stadium in Lansing starting at 3 p.m. It will run into the evening. Beers will come from 70 different Michigan breweries. Festival organizer Paul Starr said this year’s event will feature a variety of new beers and include the addition of wine. “The whole event is more well-rounded this year with the addition of wine,” Starr said. “We also have more breweries than we have had in the past.” Starr said attendance has been good in the past. He said he hopes to reach new heights.
“We are hoping to grow even more this year,” Starr said. “I think for it being our third year, people will want to come out and have a good time.” Tickets are $30 for general admission and will include 10 three-ounce samples. VIP tickets are $40 and will give attendees 15 three-ounce samples and an hour earlier entrance. There will be live music to accompany the drink sampling. Acts include Donny Brown, The Black Barn Band and Mark Warner. “Beerfest at the Ballpark is a really unique experience,” Starr said. “We have live music, plenty of great selections and a great atmosphere. It’s one of the largest festivals in the state.” “People always try and knock Lansing by saying, ‘There (are) never any good events there,’” Starr said. “But I feel like this event is one of the better Beerfests in the state.”
Starr said a portion of the proceeds will go to Old Newsboys and the R.E. Olds Transportation System. He said he looks forward to holding the event. “I hope people walk away having had a great time,” Starr said. “It’s a time for friends to connect because we all have busy lives. I want people to try different breweries that they probably won’t ever try without this event.” Lansing resident Henry Bostel said this will be his second year attending Beerfest at the Ballpark. “I went last year for the first time and had a lot of fun,” Bostel said. “There are so many options that I couldn’t even cover half of them in the time I had. I am excited to go back this year and try new beers and breweries.” For tickets and information head to www.beerfestattheballpark.net/
The Comedy Coven will provide laughter to the Lansing area during its show on Tuesday, April 19 starting at 8 p.m. The Coven will feature a variety of different comedians, sketches and improv performances. The club was created by some of Lansing's leading ladies in comedy. Coven shows are located in the Robin Theatre, 1105 S. Washington Ave., and are part of REO Town’s newly expanding area. Tickets for the April 19 show are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. For more information head to www.facebook.com/comedycoven/
Stoopfest to showcase Lansing talent Stoopfest is a do-it-yourself music, comedy and arts festival that will take place across six houses on Lansing’s East Side on Saturday, April 23 from 1 to 11 p.m. Over 50 bands and 30 comedians will be showcased during the event. All houses will be within walking distance of each other. One ticket will give attendees access to all six houses, as well as a show at The Record Lounge, 111 Division St., in East Lansing. Featured musicians will include The Plurals, Gifts or Creatures, Stefanie Haapala and more. Comedians include Robert Jenkins, Brad Wenzel, Dan Currie and Mark Roebuck. To buy tickets and get house locations go to www.Stoopfest.bancamp.com/
Flint Eastwood to roll into The Loft Flint Eastwood may be a familiar name to some. Lead singer Jax Anderson has been playing shows all over Michigan and captivating audience members along the way. Flint Eastwood will play at The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave., on Friday, April 23. Doors open at 7 p.m. Anderson recently released her newest album, “Small Victories.” The new album has over 60,000 listens on Spotify. Anderson will be joined by local alternative band Lights & Caves, George Morris and Graceful Closure. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For more information and tickets head to www.theloftlansing.com/
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‘Powerpuff Girls’ reboot shows potential Shelby Schueller Associate Editor Sugar, spice and everything nice. These were the ingredients chosen to create the perfect little show. Cartoon Network recently added an extra ingredient to the concoction: new art styles and voice actors. Thus, “The Powerpuff Girls” reboot was born! Using their ultra-super powers, Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup have rededicated their lives to fighting crime and the forces of evil! Yes, that’s right! The girls are back with a brand new show, which premiered on Cartoon Network April 4. The reboot features a cute new art style that is unique, has slightly different storylines and humor, yet all honor that of the original series. The personality of the show and girls has also stayed true to the original: cute, yet sassy! A new cast of Powerpuffs is also a prominent aspect of the new series. In
it, Amanda Leighton voices Blossom, Kristen Li voices Bubbles and Natalie Palamides voices Buttercup. As someone who loved the original series, the new voices take some getting used to. Additionally, the humor of the show has gotten more exaggerated, reminding me of a less annoying version of “Teen Titans Go!” However, I remember the original “Powerpuff” show had a similar humor to “Dexter’s Laboratory,” so I guess this is nothing new. It’s still amusing in its own right. One of the best parts of the series is the return of Tom Kenny as The Mayor and Narrator, Roger Jackson as Mojo Jojo and Tom Kane as Professor Utonium. Other villains, such as Princess Morbucks, have been represented beautifully, which makes me extremely excited for others like HIM, The Gangreen Gang and The Rowdyruff Boys. In the episodes that I saw, Mojo Jojo was not featured long enough for me to tell if he was honored.
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The only real criticism I have for the new show is not even about the show’s content; it’s about the beginning and the end.
With the reboot came a new opening theme song, which is fine, but they eliminated the monologue at the beginning, which sounds similar to the opening paragraphs of this review. For me, that opening monologue was such an integral part of the original series that to ignore it was kind of insulting. How else are viewers supposed to know how The Powerpuff Girls came to be in existence? Furthermore, at the end of every episode of the original series, the narrator said “And once again the day is saved, thanks to: THE POWERPUFF GIRLS!” Iconic. I’ve seen three episodes of the new series so far, and only one (the one they used for the premier) has tried to use this tagline. It was very disappointing. Regardless, “The Powerpuff Girls” reboot overall does fairly well in honoring the original series and I cannot wait to see more of what the show has to offer.
Downtown Grand Traverse Pie Company is filling Aaron Wilton Staff Writer During my recent paper delivery downtown, the need for food hit me. Grand Traverse Pie Company at 200 S. Washington Square, was nearby and I had not previously eaten a meal there. The restaurant offers more than pie. After perusing the menu, I chose the “three-
course combo.” This combo included a chicken pot pie, side salad and a slice of dessert pie. Customers are allowed to have a beef or chicken pot pie in this combo, and they can select a slice of any of the dessert pies in the display case. I first ate the side salad, which was a classic Caesar. The croutons were garlicy and crunchy. The cheese and lettuce seemed
very fresh. The chicken pot pie was meaty and satisfying. For dessert, I had apple crumble pie with caramel drizzled pecans on top. All of the food was quite delicious and I purchased the combo and a drink for around $12 with tax. Aside from the food, Grand Traverse Pie Company has a great sitting area with large windows.
The only problem I had with my visit was that the pot pie and dessert pie were not hot when I received them. The menu at Grand Traverse Pie Company does feature other savory options, such as sandwiches and soup. I found the variety of savory options surprising, considering that the restaurant is known for its dessert pies.
‘Hello, My Name is Doris’ one of year’s best movies Jaimie Bozack A&E Editor The hype was circling around “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” As people piled into NCG Cinemas in the Eastwood Towne Center, it was clear which movie people were there to see. The release of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” left many other releases in the dust. One of those overlooked releases is “Hello, My Name is Doris.” The movie is Oscar-winning actress Sally Field’s newest comedic film. Field plays Doris Miller, an eccentric, awkward, crazy, cat lady. She is an older woman caught in a younger generation. Doris works for an office in New York that is run by people half her age. With the death of her mother and the changing work environment, Doris begins to feel in-
visible. That is until she meets her new boss, John Fremont, played by Max Greenfield. John is a handsome, young and charismatic man. John does something that no one else does for Doris: He notices her. Doris attempts to make John fall in love with her in this heartwarming film. “Hello, My Name is Doris” is hilarious. It not only made me giggle; it made me laugh out loud and even snort a little. Field does an outstanding job of being almost painfully awkward. Doris begins to come alive as she hangs out with younger people. She experiences the world for the first time. This is something she could never do in her younger years because she was busy taking care of her mom.
The movie opens up minds. It makes viewers think about where they are in their own lives. “Hello, My Name is Doris,” is one of the best movies of the year so far.
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April 18 - may 1, 2016 www.lcc.edu/lookout — the kohn effect —
Lifestyles of the rich and scandalous Do you ever wish you could avoid doing your taxes, not get penalized and actually make more money in the process? Sounds great, huh? Well, I am going to tell you exactly how you can accomplish this in just a few words: Become a rich politician. According to an article at www.theguardian.com, media outlets received the largest data leak in history on April 3. The leak, referred to as the Panama Papers, contains records from the world’s fourth largest offshore law firm, Mossack
Fonseca, from 1977 to 2015. The papers, which were leaked by an anonymous source to the German newspaper Sueddeutsche Zeitung, contain over 11.5 million pieces of data. The documents, which were examined and investigated for the past year by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, were finally made public on April 3. The information found in the leaks is startling. It reveals evidence of 143 politicians using offshore accounts to
avoid paying taxes as well as launder money. Among the biggest politicians named was current President of Russia Vladimir Putin, who according to the papers has $2 billion attached to his name. The leaks also revealed that money from these accounts was used for such illegal activities as bribery, arms dealing and drug trafficking. One of the biggest repercussions since the documents’ release has been an announcement from Prime Minister of Iceland Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson. Gunnlaugsson, who had millions of dollars in an offshore company, sold the company to his wife under
an assumed name for $1. Other than the politicians who make the decision to resign their positions, what consequences will come of these leaks? I’ll say this much, if someone not of a political or elite stature was caught in a scandal like this, they would be behind bars. How is it OK for the elite to continue to take advantage of their position and have no consequences for their actions? Something needs to give. Whether it is through the people protesting or other political parties stepping in, these world leaders need to set an example for the countries they are leading.
— sights and sounds —
I am a local dreamer helping other dreamers Without writing I would not be who I am. Writing is not a hobby, it is an identity. Who am I if I don’t have a recorder in one hand, interview questions in the other and coffee tucked somewhere in between those two items? I have been writing for the past four years. I have written hundreds of stories, columns, short stories, comedy sketches and more. Last summer I looked to expand my experience and apply for an internship at the City Pulse. I prepared my resume for weeks before finally gaining enough courage to submit it. A week after the submission I got a call back for an interview. I prepared for the interview like the City Pulse was The New
York Times. When the day came for the interview, I walked into the City Pulse office with my best blazer on and very sweaty palms. After weeks of preparing, I walked into the office of editor and publisher Berl Schwartz and was denied the internship. Schwartz acted as if I had made a mistake by applying. He was rude. Three minutes later I left, hanging my head as I walked home. Tears streamed down my face. One month later I created my own blog on www.Wordpress.com, where I could freely write stories of my choosing. Since creating my blog I have built
a large following. Every new story has earned more views than the last one. My latest post, titled “No need to feel sorry for me, I am just fine,” received over 60,000 views. Despite the success I have had at The Lookout and with my personal blog, jobs still seem impossible to find. It seems like the only way to get ahead is with credibility. It seems that because I still work for a student newspaper, I am just some unprofessional writer. I know that is not the case. When I got denied by the City Pulse, there were times where I would want to quit writing. After a few months
I realized that the denial of the City Pulse internship was the best thing that has ever happened to me. I have learned to create my own opportunities and not rely on places like the City Pulse to create them for me. I have to create my own credibility, even if that means staying up until 3 a.m. working on marketing my stories to people. Even if I never become a big success, I have created my own brand and fan base. I am blessed to have worked at The Lookout for three years and even more blessed to have the support from friends, family and people I don’t know. I am a local dreamer supporting other local dreamers by telling their stories to the public. I am OK with that.
— if you wil —
Hello from the other side; here’s a new perspective Frequent readers of The Lookout might have developed a certain opinion of me. I would, now, like to change that opinion. Some other members of our staff have brought to my attention, on multiple occasions, that my staff box answers paint a gloomy picture. A few things that readers might not know are what I am studying, what I do at the paper, my friends, and what I do during my free time. Studies: I am nearly finished with my Associate in Arts degree with a German
focus. The plan is to continue school for a bachelor’s degree. Next year will probably be my last year at LCC. Work: My job, as readers may know, includes being a staff writer here. I also sell advertising space in The Lookout and proofread all of the pages for each issue. Take a look at page 15 to see some ads that I sold. Friends: I maintain a small group of very close friends. I don’t have a girlfriend, but that doesn’t faze me much. My friends and I hang out whenever
all of our schedules align. Free Time: When I am not working one of my two jobs or doing homework, I get a lot of enjoyment out of video games. I own several gaming systems and a laptop, which I use for “League of Legends.” Aside from video games, I follow several TV shows to help pass the time. “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,” “Marvel’s Agent Carter,” “American Idol” and
“Mom” are some of the best. My favorite articles to write are reviews because they allow me to give my perspective on all of the things I purchase. This job is really great and I get along with my co-workers well. I hope this cleared up some things and made the readers understand me more.
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Discriminatory law denies LGBT community rights On June 26, 2015 the Supreme Court of the United States made history by announcing that same-sex marriages would be legal in all 50 states. On April 5, 2016 Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant signed House Bill 1523, which allows businesses and government workers in Mississippi to deny certain services
to people based on religious beliefs. LGBT community members believe this law is unethical and denies their rights as U.S. citizens. One service the law can deny is same-sex marriage. Other liberties the law can deny are public bathroom usage and psychological treatment.
Wasn’t this dilemma taken care of when the Supreme Court said that all same-sex marriages in the United States would be recognized as legal? How can individual states override a federal law? It should be the government’s job to best serve a person or a couple, regardless of personal religious feelings.
The Mississippi government is simply giving power to one freedom while denying another. The Lookout staff realizes how important freedom of religion is in America. However, a religious belief should not ostracize a person or group from community services.
— EMERSON’S INSIGHTS —
Memoir on my addiction proves challenging, but worth it Talking about and admitting past mistakes and problems with other people can be challenging. Admitting to strangers you were once a drug addict is even harder. So when I went to publish a memoir I wrote about my addiction to painkillers and heroin, I took a step back to evaluate what my goal was. I can honestly say today – two months after I put my book for sale
on Amazon – it has been worth it. My book, “To Hell And Back: Heroin And Recovery,” is published in the form of journals I wrote during my addiction and my first year of recovery. I wanted to show people what it’s like to be in that mind frame. I think my goal was accomplished. I have received quite a bit of positive feedback. Out of 13 ratings on Amazon, all of them are five-star reviews.
But when I open up the softcover version of the book and read bits and pieces, I get a little sad. Some of the stuff I did in my active addiction is - to say the least - embarrassing. Just admitting to using heroin in itself is not exactly asking for a badge of honor. But when you add in stealing, lying and hurting your loved ones, it’s even worse. To know that all of those mis-
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Kinesiology fair celebrates fitness, fun Photos by Jeremy Kohn
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Jeremy Kohn Editor in Chief LCC held its first Kinesiology Fitness Fun Fair inside the Gannon Building on Thursday, April 14. Students, staff and faculty browsed various tables to learn about healthier alternatives to soft drinks and energy drinks. They also learned about using oils to cleanse and nourish the body. Darlene Devereux, a
spokeswoman for Young Living Essential Oils, educated students on natural and organic ways to heal the body using oils. “We have farms and these guys go out and they get the seed or the plant or tree and make the oil,” Devereux said. “Peppermint is used for head issues … Lavender is used to clear your pores … deep relief is used for muscle pain.
There are oils for all sorts of things.” Babette Trudgeon, president of the kinesiology club, passed out protein bars, herbal teas and drinks to students who walked the hallways, educating them on healthier life choices. One of the most fun aspects of the day was the game of “bubble soccer,” which was played in the Gannon Gym.
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