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Lansing Community College’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1959

Four-year degrees await across campus

Nathan Wilson Editor In Chief

Boundless opportunities await students just across the street from LCC’s Main Campus when they walk through the doors of the University Center.

The University Center partners with LCC to offer programs from Ferris State University, Lawrence Technological University, Northwood University, Siena Heights University, University of Michigan-Flint and Western Michigan University.

Patty Spagnuolo, director of the University Center and Transfer Initiatives, said the University Center was set up as a pathway to a bachelor’s degree for students in the Greater Lansing area.

“Before the University Center was in place, the ability to go to a four-year school really limited students,” Spagnuolo said. “Either they had to be accepted at

MSU or they were going to have to travel great distances.”

Those interested in taking courses at the University Center don’t have to be a current or former LCC student to be eligible.

Many of the programs at the University Center fall under the 3+1 Program, which allows students to take three years of their course work at LCC and spend one year at the University Center to finish their bachelor’s degree.

“A bachelor’s degree is roughly 120 credits or a little more depending on your program, so you would be able to transfer over 90 credits in 3+1,” Spagnuolo said.

This can be significantly costeffective for students who might otherwise pay the university rate for four years.

According to Spagnuolo, some of the popular bachelor programs at the University Center include See University Center, page 2

Nature on display in A&S

Photo by Suzanna Powers

The fish tanks in the Learning Commons in the Arts & Sciences Building add an educational and entertainment value to Main Campus. (See story on page 4)

Photo by Suzanna Powers

Renee VanDeventer and Josh West from LCC’s Student Life Office put together “Star Packs” to be given away to raffle winners during the college’s Homecoming 2013 events Nov. 4.

Homecoming hype Nathan Wilson Editor in Chief Students, staff and faculty should mark Nov. 18 to 23 on their calendars for LCC’s 2013 Homecoming celebrations.

This year’s eventful Homecoming is a partnership effort by LCC’s Student Life and Alumni Association.

Josh West from Student Life Office said the college’s Homecoming is an opportunity to celebrate school spirit and enhance the overall experience on campus.

“It all goes back to creating an atmosphere that’s not only fun but alive for students,” West said.

A tailgate event with free food is scheduled on Tuesday, Nov. 19 and Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Washington Square Mall.

“We’ll have some stands set up for food, and we’re hoping on three different vendors at least,” West said. “We’ll have some other stands … to get your tickets. It will be free but you just have to have a voucher.”

The women’s basketball game will take place Nov. 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the Gannon Gym with the men’s game following at 7:30 p.m.

West highlighted the One CAN Make a Difference food drive, running from Monday, Nov. 11 to

Saturday, Nov. 23.

“Any time you donate, you will be entered into a drawing,” West said.

“This year, you can get into the Homecoming game with canned food donations. You can choose to either donate $5 or two cans.

“Students (with an ID) are always free but we’re encouraging them to bring one can to help the food drive out.”

LCC staff and faculty with an ID are also allowed to attend the Homecoming game for free. That same day, the American Marketing Association (AMA) will host the seventh annual See Homecoming, page 2

What are your plans after completing your degree at LCC? “I’d like to transfer to Concordia University Ann Arbor but I’m not sure what my major will be yet.”

“Go to Ferris State University to educate young minds.”

“Transfer to Grand Valley and study graphic design.”

“Go to MSU and study psychology.”

Amanda Becker, 19, General Education Kaela Cunningham, 21, Early Education Bryce Zippi, 18, General Education James Hall, 21, Psychology

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Professional Communication at Sienna Heights, Criminal Justice at Ferris State, Elementary Education at Ferris State and Engineering Technology at Lawrence Tech.

Potential students can request more information online and meet with representatives from the University Center’s schools to discuss their requirements and applications.

Another benefit of the Univer-

sity Center is the small class setting. Students won’t end up sitting in a lecture hall with hundreds of students, according to Spagnuolo.

Instead, they will be in a regularsized classroom with no more than 40 students.

LCC student Cindy Conley said she is interested in eventually transferring to the University Center after she finishes her two-year degree in Computer Networking and Information Security. Conley said she first learned about the op-

tions the University Center offers during its open house Sept. 11.

“I’m most interested in the Information Technology program at Lawrence Tech,” Conley said. “I think completing my bachelor’s degree there would really open up my career opportunities (more) than if I just had an associate’s degree.”

For more information about registration and the programs offered at the University Center, visit http:// www.lcc.edu/uc/programs/ or call (517) 483-9700.

Photo by Suzanna Powers

LCC front desk attendant Dalton Twitchell (left) speaks with LCC student Bryan Peterson about University Center opportunities Nov. 7.

Campus crime dwindles Jaimie Bozack Associate Editor Through the month of October, crime was down and LCC’s Main Campus has been quiet, according to LCC Police Director William French.

“We haven’t had that many larcenies and definitely no major crimes happening on campus,” French said.

The biggest piece of news from the police department isn’t the crime but the hiring of new nighttime Police Sgt. Jim Beckett.

Beckett will be the evening supervisor on call throughout the night, according to French.

“We haven’t had a nighttime supervisor sergeant since 2009,” French said. “It’s a new command presence that’s huge for the police department and the community college.”

According to French, this is significant because in the past, the command sergeant usually went home at 4 or 5 p.m. Now LCC Police

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Business Etiquette Dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. in the MSU Kellogg Center.

Seating is limited and tickets can be purchased for $20 at the Hole in the Hall on the first floor of the Gannon Building.

On Nov. 23, LCC’s Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) will present the “Feeling Lucky?” drag show at 8 p.m. in the Dart Auditorium on Main Campus. Tickets cost $5 and funds will go to support the Betsy Lou Robson Memorial Scholarship.

will have someone on campus the whole time, which will hopefully lead to less risk for crimes around campus.

Although October has been slow in crime, French said he expects larceny and other crimes to rise as the holidays get closer.

“Around the holidays, larceny usually goes up,” French said.

“People are hurting for money, they start feeling the pressure to buy gifts and so then they start stealing.”

According to French, this type of rise in crime can be prevented with simple steps to make sure one’s property is safe at all times. He said students should lock up their valuables, leave their bags in their vehicles, keep their belongings with them and not show off their valuables.

Students who need to report a crime on campus can go to the LCC Police Department Office, located in Gannon Building room 251, or contact the local police department.

For more tips on staying safe on campus, go to http://lcc.edu/police/

Justin Hartges, secretary of the LCC Program Board, said of the events: “I’m not really sure what it’s about, but I am excited to seeing what LCC has in store for Homecoming.”

Director of Student Life Al Nowak said, “(Student Life) is trying to engage more students this semester so hopefully when we get the information out, more students would be more willing to participate. Our hope is to continue to build the community here at LCC.” For the latest information about 2013 Homecoming, visit www.lcc.edu/bethere

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IN BRIEF Stoked to meet music idol — Just Jaimie —

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Sign language program presents ‘SYNC’ The LCC Sign Language Interpreter Program is planning SYNC, a musical performance, on Saturday, Nov. 16 in LCC’s Dart Auditorium.

The show is $5 in advance and $8 at the door.

Proceeds go to support

the Sign Language Club for future events and trips.

SYNC is a unique event that synchronizes popular music hits with American Sign Language.

For more info or tickets, email to LCCSignLanguageClub@gmail.com.

Shine in spotlight as movie extra in Lansing Have dreams of being that next famous actor or actress? Want to be in a movie?

Start small by being an extra in an upcoming film called Funeral Guest.

Aphtic Film & Digital is looking for extras in their

newest film shot entirely in Lansing.

Funeral Guest is an independent, romantic comedy. The filming is taking place during November.

Those interested in being an extra can email extrasfuneralguest@gmail.com.

Deadline nearing for child-care awards The deadline for LCC students to apply for childcare awards for the 2014 spring semester through the Women’s Resource/ Returning Adult Program is Jan. 31, 2014.

In order to be eligible for this award, students must meet income guidelines and other eligibility criteria. This award will help

defray the cost of child care with any licensed childcare provider.

Students interested in receiving assistance with child-care expenses should complete an application by the deadline.

For more information, call the Women’s Resource/Returning Adult Program at (517) 483-1199.

I waited in line patiently to meet one of my favorite bands: Langhorne Slim and The Law. I know, you’re probably asking yourself, “Who’s that?” Or maybe you know exactly who that is, in which case we’re going to be best friends.

Langhorne Slim is a folk/blues band from Pennsylvania. Its most popular and well-known song, “The Way We Move,” is played frequently on 94.1 The Edge.

I’ve been familiar with Langhorne Slim for much longer than its recent radio hit.

These guys were a dream-come-true for me.

When I found out they were playing at The Loft in Lansing, I screamed and immediately bought my tickets in fear they’d sell out.

The show was everything I’d expected and more. It was full of energy and dancing. It also had the right amount of slow songs where I’d slow dance with myself.

The definite song of the night was “The Way We Move.”

I knew this show was going to be one of my favorites, but I had no idea at the end of the show, I’d potentially have the chance to meet the band members.

After the encore, the members of Langhorne Slim announced they would be “hanging out and selling merch at the tables.”

I was so stoked! I immediately ran to the merch table to be the first one.

As I waited, I realized I wouldn’t know what to say. Is saying “hi” too simple? What kind of clever thing could I possibly say?

Is asking Slim on a date too pushy for the first meeting?

All of these questions were going through my head when all of a sudden I see the guy. Langhorne Slim.

I freaked. He looked at me and reached out his hand and said “Hey! What’s your name?”

I froze, then realizing

he’s asking me a question, I stuck out my hand and said “Jaimie. You’re the guy.”

He laughed and said, “Yes, hope you liked the show.” And that was my 10 seconds with the singer of Langhorne Slim and The Law. Now, that might not be the greatest story ever, but I felt so great afterwards.

I walked away with confidence and a smile on my face.

After four years of listening to Langhorne Slim, I finally got to see him in person. It was very surreal having the voice that has been in my ears come to life and give an awesome performance.

The Langhorne Slim concert at The Loft was a great concert and a great memory. I’m still too happy.

Correction In the Oct. 28 issue of The Lookout, in the story about LCC’s Board of Trustees meeting on page 1 and 2, the story stated LCC

instructor Dedria Humphries spoke about the ethnic breakdown of the G2C program. In fact, LCC Trustee Robin Smith

brought this issue to the attention of the board. Humphries spoke during the public comment about the LCC-LAND Writing Contest.

Marketing club seeks to raise funds with ‘glow party’ Jaimie Bozack Associate Editor Want to come to a party for a good cause?

That line alone should be enough to get students to come out to the Glow in the Dark Party at the Secrets Night Club in downtown Lansing.

The event will be hosted by the American Market Association (AMA) of LCC on Friday, Nov. 15.

The AMA is throwing the fundraiser while partnering with Secrets Night Club, located at 224 S. Washington Ave., for a one-night glow-stick filled event. The fun begins at 10 p.m.

“This event is a fundraiser

to raise money for student scholarships who are part of the AMA,” said Co-chair of Fundraising Camila Nicholson. “We wanted to do something really fun and different from just doing bake sales and other regular events.”

The Glow in the Dark Party will not only be a fun opportunity for students, but it is also affordable. It will be $5 at the door with a student I.D and $7 without.

The event is for anyone ages 18 and up.

“We’re hoping to get 200plus people there,” said Vice President of Professional Development Zach Basler.

“We’re marketing it and putting up flyers, we’re communicating with other

student organizations on campus, and raising awareness.”

Glow sticks will be given out at the door when students pay for the ticket.

According to Basler, the goal is to get students to dress up, come out, dance and have a good time while raising money.

The goal the AMA members would like to reach is $200 to use for scholarships.

Another goal, according to Nicholson, is to provide a place for people at LCC to meet and connect with each other for one night.

“A lot of people say, ‘With the community colleges, it’s harder to meet people because we

don’t live on campus,’” Nicholson said.

“We figured this would be a good event for students to come and meet people.”

“I cant wait to attend,” LCC student AJ Turner said. “I like to meet people and have a good time, so this event is perfect and is the perfect amount of money for that college student budget.”

AMA members encourage everyone to come out so they can meet their goal of 200-plus people and their monetary goal of $200.

“Come out, have fun, (and) glow,” Basler said.

“It’s going to be a good time.”

Graphic courtesy of American Marketing Association

The LCC Marketing Club will host a Glow in the Dark fundraiser Friday, Nov. 15 at 10 p.m. at the Secrets Night Club in downtown Lansing.

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Fishing for knowledge in A&S Chelsea Allen Freelance Writer Ever walk by the fish tanks in the Learning Commons in the Arts & Sciences (A&S) Building and wonder why they were placed there?

Some students might think they were installed for decoration and to look pleasing to the eye. In reality, they were placed there for a much greater purpose — as a teaching and learning tool.

These tanks were previously located in the Academic Resource Center, commonly known as the ARC, on the fourth floor of the A&S Building before it underwent renovations.

Now students can easily find these tanks by entering the A&S Building from Washington Square and taking a quick left into room 107.

Through an open bid, Preuss Pets in Old Town was selected to be a part of this project and helped install the tanks.

Michael Nealon, dean of the Arts and Sciences Division at LCC, and Rick Preuss, the owner of Preuss Pets, agreed the fish tanks should remain a part of the learning environment.

There is one freshwater tank and a saltwater tank.

Both tanks hold approximately 600 gallons of water, according to Preuss.

A wide variety of aquatic life can be found in both tanks, ranging from exotic sea animals and coral reefs to everyday clown fish. Preuss said these tanks were designed to require very low maintenance.

At least once a week, there is a partial water change and the walls of the tank get scrubbed if needed. The fish and tank equipment are checked and any supplementation of food is given to the aquatic life. Both tanks have an automatic fish-food dispenser that dispenses food pellets for the aquatic life.

Nealon said he felt it was crucial for students to

Photo by Suzanna Powers

LCC student Jilian Meissner, who majors in ultrasound technology, studies anatomy near the fish tanks in the Arts & Sciences Building Nov. 7.

take advantage of these tanks because they offer great learning opportunities for those who take part in the many different science courses offered at LCC. “Many science professors plan a study lesson around these fish tanks and take their entire class to observe the aquatic life in their habitat and study their ecosystem,” Nealon said.

Steve Oberg, aquatic manager of Preuss Pets, described what it meant for his business to be involved.

“It was truly an honor for us to be a part of this and to have our work selected,” Oberg said. “It represents a much greater footprint than the older tanks.”

Preuss also expressed his gratitude to LCC. “We’re extremely proud of LCC and for them keeping in mind of nature when that is truly the anchor point of science all together,” Preuss said.

For any student who has a chance to stop by the Learning Commons in the A&S Building, make sure to take a quick look at the fish tanks and get a chance to explore and observe the nature happening right before your eyes.

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Explore innovation through DICAST Jeremy Kohn Staff Writer

Has anyone ever told you playing video games is a waste of time and will amount to nothing when it comes to life in the real world?

Don’t let the members of LCC’s DICAST hear you say that.

DICAST, which is located on LCC’s West Campus, stands for Digital Innovation Center for Arts Science and Technology. DICAST is a digital think tank, and its members use their computer programming knowledge to create video game simulations as learning tools.

DICAST is funded

through various grants and state funding.

The center is fairly new, having only been around for two years, but in those two years, DICAST has made quite an impact using its digital simulations for various educational purposes.

“We have made learning programs for the Automotive Programs and Alternative Energy Programs,” said Sean Huberty, lead faculty for LCC’s Alternative Energy Engineering Technologies.

These games include the Auto Earmark Project, which is a simulation program created for students who take the

Automotive 267 course.

The game demonstrates the inner workings of a hybrid Toyota and what tools are needed to run a proper maintenance on the vehicle.

Building Energy Audit Simulation Training, or B.E.A.S.T, is a program designed to teach students how to measure levels of energy through a digital house using a specialty meter.

DICAST Programmer Aaron Mundale talked about a current project he has been working on to help with the LCC Police Academy.

“They used to carry around tons of paperwork with comments for the troops, so I’m

Photo by Jeremy Kohn

DICAST faculty Aaron Mundale (from left), Sean Huberty and Sean Nagler use their computer knowledge keep the digital center operational on West Campus Oct. 29.

working on digitizing them so they can be organized and placed on tablets,” Mundale said.

DICAST is open to all

LCC students who wish to sign up for an internship.

For students who want to take their love

for video games and start on the path to a career in game design, DICAST may be the perfect opportunity.

LCC Police Department renovations underway Chelsea Allen Freelance Writer LCC’s Police & Public Safety’s new office space is currently under construction in the Gannon Building.

This has been an ongoing process since the beginning of August and is scheduled to complete in December.

During the renovation process, there will be no loss of coverage or service. Police & Public Safety is still located in room 251, but it will soon transfer to the new location in the Gannon Building once the construction is finished.

The amount going into this project is expected to be approximately $341,000 as of right now, according to LCC Director of Public Affairs Ellen Jones.

According to LCC Police Sgt. Rodney Bahl, the renova-

Photo by Suzanna Powers

A construction worker reinstalls the heating and cooling system in the designated space for the renovated LCC Police Department in the Gannon Building Nov. 7.

tions will bring new features to the department, including a new 24/7 availability to access the office with a new entrance.

This entrance will be placed on the west side of the

Gannon Building and is open at all times in order for students to access Police & Public Safety whenever they feel the need.

According to Jones, the square footage of the previ-

ous office is 1,580 and the new location under construction is 2,620 square feet. Overall, it would be an increase in 1,040 square feet. This larger work area can improve work productivity and customer service.

Other features such as new smart boards and emergency operation service were installed. The new office is selfsufficient in terms of electrical, heating and air conditioning.

In the process of the new renovations, new staff members were hired for the front counter in order to make the process easier for customer walk-in’s. This helps improve customer service and makes the overall process go smoother and faster.

Bahl said he feels the new west side entrance will improve the office.

“I feel that this will help tremendously with customer service and will create a smoother transition for walkin traffic,” Bahl said.

Police & Public Safety offers many services for students other than just emergency situations. These services include providing battery jump starts and opening locked cars at minimal cost, escorting one to his or her car or from building to building, etc.

More services and information can be found on the Police & Public Safety page by visiting http://www.lcc.edu/ police/.

For more information on renovations or to reach Police & Public Safety, call 517483-1800 or, in case of emergency, dial 911. The police can also be reached via email at police@lcc.edu.

Big Book Bash offers dollar deals

Photos by Suzanna Powers

LCC student James Patterson (left) browses an assortment of books offered at the Big Book Bash in LCC’s Library Nov. 7. Textbooks, CD’s, games, movies and more were offered for the small price of $1 from Nov. 2 through 9.

Graphic courtesy of LCC Library

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Wrestling club builds character Richard Schenck Sports Editor

It may not be the most glamorous of sports; it may not rake in billions in revenue. But wrestling has something that very few sports can compare: history.

Lansing Community College wrestling fell off the map over the years, but Head Coach Shane Tisdale and Wrestling Club Adviser Dr. Michael Ball have poured their hearts and souls into bringing this noble sport back to the students at the college.

“We said in ’93, ‘Why don’t we have a wrestling team here?’” Tisdale said. “(We needed) a true adviser and someone who wanted to help us and support us. Then we found Mike.”

Reestablishing the club was a two- to three-year process before it finally happened around 2004.

Even though the wrestling club is not a varsity sport at LCC, Tisdale and Ball make sure the students train and go to matches just like a NJCAA team would.

Tisdale has over 30 years of experience wrestling and 15

years coaching. Ball has a doctorate in nutrition and a master’s degree in exercise science.

“There are so many young men and women that have very good high school (wrestling) careers that maybe don’t get a scholarship or circumstances aren’t right financially,” Ball said.

“We want those kids to come here; we want to get them while they still have that passion.”

Ball and Tisdale are adamant that they give students the best chance possible to have an opportunity to earn a scholarship or just to extend students’ passion for the sport.

“For some of these kids, it’s a reason for them to come to school when otherwise they might not,” Ball said. “That’s a calling card that, ‘Hey I can wrestle there. By golly I can get my associate’s while I wrestle.’”

Tisdale and Ball both preach strongly to the wrestlers that academics come first.

“We still think these kids can go in different directions,” said Tisdale. “The thing that we focus on here is education first.

We want you to get a degree and we want you to do something.”

Photo by Suzanna Powers

LCC student Carlos Zamora (right) takes down Jeremy Conselcho during an LCC wrestlng practice in Gannon Building room 252 on Nov. 6.

Tisdale and Ball have resurrected this club for the students, with the students in mind first and foremost. They have invested the time, the knowledge,

Athlete Spotlight Alyssa Abendroth

Photo by Suzanna Powers

Q: What success did you have before coming to LCC? A.In high school I went to the state meet three times in cross country. In high school our team won

and in some cases their wallets to make this happen.

Any wrestlers looking to continue their passion for the sport and striving for bigger and bet-

ter things are welcome to join the club. Contact Shane Tisdale at www.lccwrestlingclub.com for more information on the upcoming season.

LCC Lookout Sports Editor Richard Schenck recently spoke with LCC sophomore cross country runner Alyssa Abendroth. A Bath alumni, Abendroth finished 14th out of 66 runners to help the women’s team capture the NJCAA Region XII Regional Championship on Oct. 26.

Q. What made you decide to run cross country at LCC? A. In college, I really wanted to run because I really liked it in high school. I’ve been

the league meet three times in a row, so we had a lot of success as a team. I broke my own PRs (personal records). I was proud of myself for the way I performed.

running since middle school so it’s all I’ve really known. I thought it would be really cool to say to you ran in college. love with it now.

Q: Where do you plan on going after LCC? A. I’m not sure if I want to continue running, but it is definitely something I am keeping in mind.

But I would like to stay

close, maybe MSU, Central (Michigan) or Grand Valley.

I am looking at sonography to become an ultrasound technician, or something in exercise science.

— Laces Out —

No more shame, no more paper bags; just wins In the world of American professional sports sits the pantheon of success. With the likes of the Green Bay Packers, New York Yankees, Boston Celtics and Montreal Canadiens sitting at the table, could the Detroit Lions be next?

It sounds laughable and downright insane, but after the amazing 31-30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 27 – featuring a last-second quarterback sneak by Matt

Stafford – it seems this could be the turning point the Lions need.

Loyal followers have endured a myriad of paper-bag-wearing moments. There was the 0-16 season, the

“Millen Era,” the curse of Bobby Layne. Even Larry the Cable Guy joked about preparing Thanksgiving dinner by first putting the turkey in front of the Lions game so it would kill itself.

Every successful team has a moment that signals the change for a franchise. Now the Detroit Lions have found it. From Barry Sanders and Herman Moore, to Bobby Layne and Jason Hanson, this franchise has had legends that

have come and gone without reaching the top in the Motor City.

Outside of the loyal ring of fans, Sundays have been nothing to truly look forward to unless your favorite team outside of Detroit came to town. Until now.

The Lions have what they need to be a serious threat for the future. The Oct. 27 win over Dallas will be a day to remember, like a second-half Super Bowl onside kick, or

winning the seventh game of the playoffs to go to the World Series.

This current Lions team is built to last.

It has a leader it has desperately needed in Stafford. He displayed his moxie in outsmarting everyone in the building and across the nation with his quarterback sneak against the Cowboys.

The Lions also have the best pair of hands – owned by Calvin Johnson – in the game today.

It may not be this year, but soon the Detroit Lions are going to be a team of which this state will be proud. If any city can rise with a team, it is the Lions.

Detroit has seen Stanley Cups, NBA Championships and World Series titles. As the sad state of Detroit continues to wreak havoc on its citizens, any glimmer of hope the Lions can shed on the city will be welcome.

Forward down the field.

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Men’s hoop eye fast start Matthew Geller Freelance Writer Heading into his 24th season as LCC men’s basketball head coach, Mike Ingram and his players have high expectations for the 2013-14 season.

Ingram is looking to add his 18th conference championship with a team he said can be as talented as any he has had.

LCC sophomore and 2012-13 MCCAA Western Conference third-team all-league performer Devlin Bell, coupled with sophomore Cameron Sanchez, will be leading the way.

Sophomore Jeff Cain will be able to contribute his championship experience, winning two state championships at J.W. Sexton High School.

With last season ending without a conference championship, the team is hungry and poised to leave their legacy at LCC. The Stars got off to a 2-1 start to the season. Henry Ford Community College will visit the Gannon

Gym Wednesday Nov. 13, opening a three-game home stand ending with Mott CC on Nov 20.

Sanchez and Bell said they are used to playing in front of raucous crowds at the Field House at Eastern and East Lansing High, respectively.

Both said they are hoping the home faithful will come out and see for themselves all of the hard work they have put in.

After all of the running and drills the team has been through, the goal in everyone’s mind is to end up in Hutchinson Kansas for the NJCAA National Championships “Our goals are very reachable this year,” Ingram said.

“The game is faster than when I played in high school, but in my mind it has slowed down,” Sanchez said.

He explained that with the leadership and talent on this team, he fully expects to play for a national championship at the end of this season.

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Nate Lafayette makes a lay-up during the LCC men’s basketball game against Central Michigan University on Oct. 29.

Lady Stars follow leadership and experience Richard Schenck Sports Editor A new season brings unique challenges for coaches and players alike.

LCC Women’s Basketball Coach Ervin Brunson will be counting on his veteran players to carry the team early in the 2013-14 season.

“Last year we were much bigger than we are now,” said Brunson. “I had a little more experience with some of the players I had last year.”

Photo by Suzanna Powers

LCC women’s basketball player Katie Santi (left) assists teammate La Tonya Shade after a foul during action Nov. 2 in the Gannon Gym.

The jump from high school basketball to college basketball will be a whole new experience for the incoming freshmen. Brunson acknowledged that as the head coach he will need to be patient with his new players.

“The new group that I have, they’re exciting; they don’t realize this is a different level than high school,” said Brunson. “My job this year is to kind of slow-walk them into experience.”

Brunson’s new-look squad went up against the third-ranked women’s team in the nation in Division II, St. Clair County CC, on Nov. 2 at LCC. The Stars lost 72-46.

The Lady Stars’ lack of size was exploited and Brunson said it served as an early-season barometer.

“They gave us a good lesson,” Brunson said. “It was a wake-up call to let the girls know this is the kind of experience that you need to have to compete with the kind of teams we’ll be facing down the road.”

Sophomores Robyn Robinson and La Tonya Shade will be the two returning players Brunson said he is going to depend

on to pick up the slack until the team comes up to speed as a whole.

Robinson, a 2012-13 MCCAA Western Conference honorable mention and part of the All-Academic Team, said she is answering the call from Brunson. “(My job is) just to lead the team,” Robinson said.

“He always tells me the girls don’t have to like me, but they’re going to have to respect me.”

Despite the lack of proven players, Brunson expressed confidence the newcomers will improve

consistently throughout the season. He will also have the help of a 2012-13 MCCAA Western Conference standout Shade.

“I’m just trying to show them the fundamentals; also to work as a team,” Shade said. “To build chemistry, because that is the most important thing.”

The Stars were sscheduled to play at home against Wayne County Community College on Nov. 9.

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Harriers win regionals en route to nationals Richard Schenck Sports Editor Cross country teams in Region XII have to wait another year to try to dethrone the LCC men’s and women’s teams from the regional title.

No team came close to challenging either team Oct. 26 at the NJCAA Region XII Meet at Grand Woods Park in Lansing.

The LCC men won handily by 32 points and the women won by 34 points.

LCC freshman Grant Webber was the first finisher for LCC in the men’s race, placing fifth out of 66 runners with a time of 26:15. Second across the line for LCC was sophomore Chris Gantt in seventh place with a time of 26:21.

The women’s team had an even more impressive performance with LCC freshman Alison Dible finishing second overall out of 66 with a time of 19:16. Sophomore Viviana Alamillo finished seventh overall in 19:31.

“I was really, really happy,” said LCC Head Coach

Chuck Block. “The other teams in the region ran well. It’s getting harder and harder but we still win.”

As has been the story for the majority of the 2013 season, both LCC teams used their depth and talent to keep their title streaks alive.

“On the guy’s side, we didn’t get the performances up front that we thought we would get,” Block said.

“But we got the performance from our depth.”

Following the regional, Block selected his top runners for the NJCAA National Championship Nov. 9 in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

After the final rankings were selected Nov .5, Block said his teams would be traveling with a chip on their shoulders. The men were ranked ninth and the women were fifth heading into the nationals.

“I think we are a whole lot better than that, I really do,” Block said prior to the meet. “I think we are going to surprise a lot of people, especially the guys.”

LCC sophomore Joe Marrah shared his coach’s high ambitions, explaining

Photo by Suzanna Powers

The 14 LCC harriers selected to compete in the Nov. 9 NJCAA National Championship are: (kneeling, l. to r.) Abigail Cottom and Alyssa Abendroth; (front row) Viviana Alamillo, Jessica D’Haene, Christy Snelgrove, Gabby Labioda and Allison Dible; (back row) Grant Webber, Steve Esders, Chris Gannt, Joe Marrah, Tony Vermilye, Tim Young, Stephen Merchant.

he wants to finish 2013 on a successful note.

“I am looking to finish All-American, I believe that’s top 25,” Marrah said.

“It has been a goal since the summer and I want to go out there and achieve

it. Hopefully Chris (Gantt) will do it with me.”

The national meet was the last race for some of Block’s runners; it would be special to be able to leave a mark on a national stage to prove they have

reached the top.

“I am excited, I really think this team is ready,” said Block. “They have been training hard, they have a great attitude.”

Block said he had every bit of confidence in his run-

ners heading to Iowa.

“This year I’m going in thinking, ‘Hey we are ready and we can do it,’” he said.

Results of the meet will be available in the Nov. 25 issue of The Lookout.

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The Graduate brings laughs to Dart Sarah Spohn A&E Editor

Following the trickery of Halloween, audiences were treated to the refreshing, comedic timing of The Graduate in Dart Auditorium Nov. 1-2, 8-9.

Roughly 100 people were in attendance at the Nov. 2 matinee performance of The Graduate, directed by John Lepard.

Based off the movie starring Dustin Hoffman, The Graduate is about Benjamin Braddock.

Braddock is a recent graduate of a university, who is complacent and anxious for more.

The summer after graduation, he ends up moving back to his parents’ house and spends a lot of time with family friend Mrs. Robinson.

His senior, Mrs. Robinson is a brutally honest alcoholic who seduces Braddock.

The two begin to spend a lot of time together but with very little words. Braddock is forced to go on a date with her daughter, Elaine Robinson. He tries to sabotage the date, but he ends up falling for Elaine while still having a romantic tryst with her mother.

A messy love triangle fol-

Photo by Suzanna Powers

LCC actors Amelia Rogocka, (from left) Clearie McCarthy and Scott Laban rehearse a racy scene from The Graduate Oct. 31. The dancer (Rogocka) entertains Elaine (McCarthy) and Ben (Laban) on their first date. The Graduate ran in Dart Auditorium Nov.1-2 and 8-9.

lows and Braddock is forced to stand up for himself and what he wants out of life.

According to Lepard, the opening weekend of the show went very well.

IN BRIEF

“We had a visit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, and the adjudicator (Steve Berglund) was very impressed with the student’s work,” Lep-

ard said.

“He complimented the comic timing and the ability of the actors to drive the play forward, telling the story and not indulging in moments that did

not matter to the plot.”

The cast of eight included both young and old LCC theatre students, as well as LCC alumni directors.

Clearie McCarthy, 23, who played Elaine Robinson, has been studying acting classes at LCC for two years. She performed for the first time in The Odyssey over the summer.

“One of my favorite parts about playing Elaine is how unpredictable she is with her emotions and decisions,” McCarthy said. “It was fun trying to figure her out. I also love that the play is set in the ‘60s; I’m a lover of all things vintage.”

The audience laughed at the awkward Braddock and was entertained by the seductive Mrs. Robinson, played by LCC director Deb Keller.

Audience member Molly Epstein said she especially enjoyed seeing the change from director to actor in Keller’s performance.

“I think Deb Keller as Mrs. Robinson was fantastic,” Epstein said. “It was a treat to get to see some of the talented staff from LCC work together with the students, especially in such an iconic character— and a taboo subject.”

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See Xanadu live at MSU’s Studio 60 Theatre The musical Xanadu is coming to Studio 60 Theatre, in the basement of the MSU Auditorium, from Friday, Nov. 15 to Sunday, Nov. 24.

Xanadu tells the story of a roller-skating artist in the 1970s who is visited by singing ancient Greek muses. This campy musical uses ELO’s greatest hits like “Evil Woman” and “Strange Magic” along with the score of the Xanadu movie starring Olivia NewtonJohn.

This production is a collaboration with the Lansing Vixens Roller Derby team.

There will be a director pre-show discussion Sunday, Nov. 17 at 1:15 p.m. and a post-show discussion following the Nov. 21 performance. Show times vary. Tickets are $20 for general admission. For more information, visit www.whartoncenter.com

94.1 Radio welcomes X-Ambassadors Nov. 22 Lansing’s alternative radio station 94.9 welcomes Brooklyn indie rock band X-Ambassadors to The Loft Friday, Nov. 22.

Having previously toured with Imagine Dragons and Jimmy Eat World, X-Ambassadors’ first single “Unconsolable” is played on alternative radio. This show is open to all ages. Opening acts include Nashville’s Dinner & A Suit, Detroit’s Flint Eastwood and East Lansing’s Wayne Szalinksi.

Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $9.41.

For more information, visit www.fusionshows.com

2013 LCC-LAND contest judges announced The Writing Program in the LCC English, Social Science and Humanities Department announced the judges for the 2013 LCCLAND Writing Contest Nov. 5.

Deadline for submissions is Friday, Nov. 15.

The LCC writing contest is the first stage in a state-wide college writing contest sponsored by the Liberal Arts Network Development (LAND), an organization composed of faculty and administration of Michigan’s 28 community colleges.

Cash prizes are offered at the LCC and state level. For more information, email lcc-land@email.lcc.edu

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The musical comedy MAMMA MIA! will run at the Wharton Center from Friday, Nov. 15 to Sunday, Nov. 17.

Dancing queens coming to town Sarah Spohn A&E Editor Relive the smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! when the show arrives at Lansing’s Wharton Center Friday, Nov. 15 through Sunday, Nov. 17.

The musical centers around Sophie, a young lady who recently became engaged. Like most little girls, she has always envisioned her father walking her down the aisle.

The problem is she has never known her real father. When Sophie stumbles upon her mother’s diary from when she was younger, she reads stories of three different men, any of whom could be her biological father.

The quest to find the man who is to give her away on her wedding day results in plenty of laughs along the way.

Chelsea Williams, a 23-yearold Boston actress, spoke about her excitement in starring as Sophie in MAMMA MIA! “This is the first touring production I’ve been a part of,” Williams said. Williams has been acting seriously for the last six years, throughout high school and during her time studying musical theatre at Emerson College.

Williams spoke about what it is like to play one of the lead roles.

“Sophie is really strong-willed and kind of quirky and energetic,” Williams said. “She’s a really cool girl.”

The young actress admitted there are some similarities between herself and the character she has played for the last few months.

“I think she fights for things that she believes in, she’s very

passionate and she feels really strongly about things and acts upon them,” Williams said. “I would say we’re both really strong-willed.”

This feel-good musical promises to bring love, laughter and will undoubtedly leave plenty of songs in the audience members’ heads.

For those who are leery or downright headstrong against the disco or overplayed songs of ABBA, Williams argues there is plenty of good music for everyone. In fact, she said she is still not sick of the MAMMA MIA! show tunes.

“There are some really wonderful moments in the music,” Williams said. “Some of the lyrics are actually very, very real … It’s really one of the most fun shows I’ve ever seen or been a part of.”

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Bad Grandpa is surprisingly good Sarah Spohn A&E Editor Johnny Knoxville is known for his porta-potty pranks and downright dumb shenanigans. Naturally, when I saw the preview for Jackass’s Bad Grandpa starring Knoxville, I was intrigued.

I took my seat in the theater and braced myself for what would probably be one too many F-bombs and a full frontal shot. To my surprise, I was given an ironically uplifting movie, starring Knoxville, a seemingly seasoned actor.

In no way was I expecting to feel anything during the movie, except sidesplitting laughter. To my surprise, I genuinely related with the characters, their

thoughts on love, friendship, camaraderie and good times.

The flick focuses on an 86-year-old man, Irving Zisman, and his grandson, Billy. Irving’s hot mess of a daughter (think tramp stamp, tight jeans and sloppy eyeliner) goes to jail and drops her kid off with Zisman.

The pair is then thrown into a cross country road trip with the final destination of dropping Billy off at his dad’s. Also quite a winner, the boy’s father (think Kid Rock wife beater, long hair and cheap cigs) only agrees to pick up the boy so he can get $600 a month.

The road to freedom (ridding the newly widowed Zisman of his 8-year-old grandson) doesn’t come without twists, turns and tukus — as Irving says.

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Jackass’s Bad Grandpa stars Johnny Knoxville as Irving Zisman, an 86-year-old man who is assigned to take his 8-year-old son Billy to his father in North Carolina.

Along the way, the two have run-in’s with funeral home directors, strippers, child beauty pageant contestants, bikers and countless unaware, unenthused

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small-town citizens.

Considering past Jackass efforts, I was expecting a montage of disorderly footage of stupid pranks and stunts, disclaimers and

bleeps. However, this had a plot. Knoxville’s acting chops were refreshing, and I’m not talking about The Ringer.

He was believable as a

grumpy old man, as was he believable during the tender bonding moments between him and his grandson, newcomer Jackson Nicholl.

Tender moments aside, there are a few cringeworthy scenes I’m still unfortunately re-playing in my mind. Hint: One includes a pants zipper and a vending machine, and another includes an all-male strip club and an excited 80-year-old man.

The most memorable scene might just be when the pair enters Billy into the girls’ beauty pageant.

Cue the stripper pole and Warrant’s “Cherry Pie” song.

Bottom line: If you want a good laugh and a cute, little heartwarming moment, Bad Grandpa is a good bet.

Kweli astounds at Loft Jeremy Kohn Staff Writer The Loft in Lansing became a gathering of all different ages, races and cultures Nov. 1.

Many came together to celebrate one of hiphop’s underground legends: Talib Kweli.

Before Kweli took the stage, two local opening acts performed. The first opening act went by the name of L-Soul. L-Soul’s music reminded me of a throwback homage to such hip-hop acts as Pharcyde and a Tribe Called Quest.

The second opening act went by the name of James Gardin. Complete with an onstage band, Gardin brought a eclectic blend of hiphop, mixing alternative, funk and soul into his unique brand of hip-hop.

After much anticipation, the DJ Hi-Tek announced Kweli to the stage. Kweli brought such poise and presence to his performance. Kweli wasted no time blazing through songs off of his latest CD Prisoner of Conscience, including “Human Mic,” “Turnt up” and “Rocket Ships.”

Older fans of Kweli were given a treat as the Brooklyn MC played songs from the super group Blackstar. Kweli got the crowd going

Photo by Jeremy Kohn

Hip-hop artist Talib Kweli performs songs from his CD Prisoner of Conscience at The Loft in Lansing Nov. 1.

by playing “Definition” and “Redefinition.” He even chose a member in the crowd to sing the chorus.

Some of my favorite moments came when Kweli showed his free-styling prowess; he even rapped over the Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby.”

I have seen Kweli freestyle before, but nothing is like watching it live. It’s like poetry in motion. If you love hip-hop music or even music that has a positive message behind it, I highly recommend you see Kweli live.

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Nathan Wilson Editor In Chief I can’t remember the last time I’ve been so captivated by a video game as when I was playing Beyond: Two Souls.

Developed by Quantic Dreams Studios (creators of Heavy Rain), Beyond: Two Souls is an interactive drama that revolves around a girl named Jodie, voice acted by Ellen Page.

Jodie discovers early on she has an unexplainable connection to a poltergeist-like en-

tity named Aiden. Due to this strange ability, she is monitored and heavily controlled by the Department of Paranormal Activity, and she is eventually recruited as a CIA operative.

You jump from one phase of Jodie’s life to the next, and not necessarily in any sequential order.

The control interface is different in the sense the analog stick is the primary method of interaction. Time will slow down during portions of the game such as combat to briefly allow you to react.

When you are in control of

the entity Aiden, you have the ability to freely move through walls, move objects, possess humans and strangle your enemies, all while unseen.

The most common complaint I’ve heard about Beyond: Two Souls is that it’s different; it’s too cinematic, it strays beyond the boundaries of genres, and it feels inconsistent due to the episodic storytelling.

Beyond: Two Souls definitely isn’t for everyone, but if you aren’t afraid of a new gaming experience that relies heavily on story and emotion, I encourage you to give it a try.

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Magic card game entices students Jaimie Bozack Associate Editor Cards scattered about on tables, faces of students wanting to win and strategic game plays are all signs a game of “Magic” is taking place.

Many students play the card game Magic around LCC. Most find space in the Gannon cafeteria, while others play in Gibson’s Bookstore and other local businesses downtown.

Magic is not just any card game; it is a card game of skill, luck, experience and strategy.

Some LCC students like Ethan Nagy have been playing for over 12 years.

“My uncle first introduced me to the game at a family Christmas party when I was 5, and I’ve been playing ever since,” Nagy said.

Photo by Jaimie Bozack According to Nagy, playing Magic and playing competitive Magic are LCC student Ethan Nagy (right) and Michael Hannah lay out a game of Magic inside the Gannon Building cafeteria on Nov. 5. two very different things.

Competitive playing requires skills in multiple areas of the game, while all your own,” said LCC student Mi- a game of consistency. Players have a library of spells to use in Magic. just playing Magic requires less skill chael Hannah.

According to Nagy, it is a simple When that library is depleted, the and is less risky. There are even game to learn at first, but mastering player is defeated. championships held.

“The final goal of the game is to “I like the game Magic a lot because the game takes unique knowledge it allows you to create decks that are of the cards and rules. Magic is also make the deck that gets the resources

it needs, usually land and creatures, as consistently as possible in order to deal 20 points to damage your opponent,” Nagy said.

According to Nagy, Magic has become more popular within the last year.

With more students catching on, it has becoming a common sight to see students playing and trading. Magic is also a way to connect students.

“You can literally walk up to a complete stranger playing the game, pull out a deck and ask for (the) next game, and you’ve probably already made a few new friends,” Nagy said.

To Nagy, it is all about getting friends together and playing the game for fun.

He said he enjoys the competitive nature but also the camaraderie that comes from having common interests.

Those interested in learning more about the game Magic can meet Nagy and his other friends in the Gannon Café on the second floor or in Gibson’s on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

“Check it out!” Nagy said. “Go to your local card shop, find a few people who play, buy a starter desk and ask for lots of help and advice.”

New silver screens stun on West Campus Jeremy Kohn Staff Writer

As students walk through the front doors of LCC’s West Campus, one of the first they may notice entering the building is the large television screen display mounted on the wall.

What will West Cam-

pus staff choose to display on these screens?

Rob Edwards, an LCC media development specialist, spoke about the fundamental uses these display screens have.

“They are used for digital signing to promote events and classes,” Edwards said.

Some of the uses the

screens will be used for in the future include social or club events that occur on campus.

The screens will display what time these events take place and in which room the events are being held.

Marc Smyth from LCC Media Services spoke about the cost and design of the

screens.

“The screens are made up of nine 55-inch monitors,” Smyth said.

“They are approximately 12 feet wide and six feet and eight inches tall. We were given a discounted price of $48,000 for the bundle.”

The screens have been upgraded from the previous display

screen West Campus had. The new series of nine screens have been put together using a technique called “daisychaining.”

Besides the promoting of events and classes, the screens will also eventually display fun-filled facts.

While the display is still in its early stages

of development, Edwards said he has high hopes the display screen will be a valuable asset to LCC’s West Campus.

“It’s very eye-catching,” Edwards said. “As soon as you walk in, and once we get it working toward its full potential, it’s going to be extremely beneficial.”

Fashion program brings excitement to students Tyler Donelson Freelance Writer

Ever wonder what it would be like to go behind the scenes of the world of fashion and design?

LCC’s West Campus offers a variety of ways to make that happen with its Fashion Technology Program.

This program has a certificate of completion, certificate of achievement and an associate in applied science degree for Fashion Merchandising and Design Technology.

According to Christine Conner, program adviser and lead faculty of Fashion Technology, this is an exciting time to be a fashion student.

“With this program, you will receive a better view overall of the fashion industry,” Conner said. “It’s not just sewing, it’s not just sketching, it’s kind of all encompassing.

“I think any of the students would tell you that their sketching skills and understanding of how a garment is

put together, or could be created, is enhanced after they take the construction classes.”

The Fashion Technology Program offers over 10 diverse courses that teach a student different elements of the industry to help them land a job in numerous fields.

Students who complete the program can go on to work with illustrations, styling, advertising, sewing production, costume designing for theater or television, textile industry, marketing and much more.

LCC Fashion Technology major Laura Zaryski is in her first semester in the program and she said she is enjoying it.

“I wasn’t sure what aspect of the fashion industry I wanted to be in,” Zaryski said. “I really like our program because you can learn every aspect of it.

“You can learn from the business side as well as the creative side of it, and this is one of the only programs that you can do that with.”

Conner said, “What a lot of

people don’t realize is that designs design, whether you are doing homes or cars or fashion, the basic premise of under-

standing how designs are created, the rules and guidelines are the same for all types of design.”

For additional information about LCC’s Fashion Technology Program, call (517) 4835338.

Photo by Suzanna Powers

Allyson Miller (left) and Ashtyn Nurenberg work in the Fashion Technology Program at West Campus.

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Folk it over already Anyone else getting extremely sick of the folksy vibes?

I’m talking Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, the sound-alikes, the lookalikes, the absurd amount of bands suddenly identifying with the folk genre.

Pop folk, rock folk, pop rock folk, I can’t even keep track anymore.

It’s not that I actually have anything against a good old foot-stomping song. Sure — throw a banjo in there, too … It’s that not every band could or should be folk.

It’s overplayed, and, frankly, overrated. I want some grit of soul. I want some angry screams of rock ’n’ roll. Hell, I just want to see anyone without skinny jeans, a beard and a banjo under the spotlight.

Again, if you’re reading this, sitting cross-legged in your cuffed Levi’s, stroking your beard with one hand, I don’t hate you. I’m just ready for the next music trend.

Honestly, I’ve never been really aware of music trends within the industry. The last fad I can remember was probably the pop punk of Blink 182, Yellowcard and Jimmy Eat World songs of the early 2000s.

Some might even argue I’m still stuck in the seventh grade version of myself when it comes to playlists composed of immature teen angst songs.

Adolescent records aside, another reason I have yet to jump wholeheartedly on the V.W. Folkswagon is because many of the bands sound the same.

Is it a coincidence that nearly a third of American men ages 17 to 34 sound

like Marcus Mumford?

Or are they just trying to impersonate, mesh or identify their sounds with something that’s currently successful?

Even the same can be said for girls. I’ve never been a fan of chick music, and I know — I am a girl.

But honestly, don’t get me started with my deep hatred for a girl whose name may or may not rhyme with Shmaylor Twift. Same girl, still getting dumped, same crappy songs.

I’m a fan of music, and I’m not going to lie for one second and say I can sing. If you can sing, don’t try and alter your voice to sound like a popular pick. Use your grit, use your soul, use your raw talent to your advantage.

Make it on your own.

Don’t conform to today’s strange trend. Go against the grain. Enter any other cliché motivational phrase here.

Bottom line, I don’t know what the big deal is — for folk’s sake.

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Lou Reed’s long legacy Rock ’n’ roll lost one of its most innovative and influential artists on Oct. 27, 2013,.

Lou Reed once said his goal was to write the “Great American Novel” in the form of a record.

I think it is safe to say his legacy leaves a whole library of albums that achieve this level of greatness.

Reed was the founding member of rock ’n’ roll’s anomaly The Velvet Underground. The band was formed in 1967.

In the late ‘60s, hits like The Monkey’s “I’m a Believer” and The Turtles’ “Happy Together” were songs being played on the radio.

When most artists were singing about the “Flower Power” hippie movement, Lou Reed was rubbing elbows with the eccentric artist Andy Warhol and the German actress Nico, working on what would become The Velvet Underground’s first album.

The Velvet Underground

& Nico is a dark and enchanting record.

Reed is the master of his own brooding domain, touching on such taboo subjects as drug abuse on “Heroin” and sadomasochism with “Venus in Furs.”

The album isn’t entirely melancholy; the album’s opening song “Sunday Morning” shows the band was just as capable of writing cheerful ballads, too.

While the record never garnered any commercial success, it would later become a cult classic. It is held in high regard as a catalyst for the new wave and punk movement that would follow in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Recording artist Brian Eno said The Velvet Underground’s first record may have only sold 30,000 records in its first year, but all of those people would end up starting a band.

The ‘80s found Reed showing off his softer side, largely due to his marriage to Sylvia Morales. He wrote such love songs as “How Do You Speak to an Angel?” and “Love is Here to Stay” during this period.

The ‘90s saw The Velvet Underground elected into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as well as reunited for a tour.

Many artists have been influenced by Reed’s work, including David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Patti Smith, The Pixies, R.E.M, Nirvana and Weezer.

After Reed’s passing, these artists took to social media outlets to say their good-byes.

Reed’s passing left those who loved his contribution to music in a state of Sunday mourning.

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U.S. credibility slides Parking suffers for downhill over NSA — Staff Editorial —

student/employees Parking has always been a concern for students, employees and faculty alike at the beginning of the semesters, but usually it settles down.

For the many student/employees on LCC’s Main Campus, the parking situation hasn’t gotten any easier as we head into the month of November. Some of us at The Lookout have noticed that student/employee Parking Lot I has been packed full every day throughout the semester.

If you don’t show up early enough, you’re left stranded and searching for a parking space.

Keep in mind, Lot I only has 65 parking spaces. How is that supposed to accommodate an entire campus of student/employees?

The Lookout staff would like to see Lot I expanded or another student/employee parking lot created nearby.

We understand there are plenty of other parking lots around campus, but student/employees will not pay at the Lot I rate of 10 cents per hour if they park elsewhere, especially in the Gannon Ramp.

The Gannon Ramp no longer accepts StarCards, which would force student/employees to pay

$1 per hour at the pay-by-space meters.

Since the inception of the new pay-by-space parking system, The Lookout staff has heard many students complain about the glitches in the meters. It would simplify this mess if paying for parking wasn’t even an issue.

During the Oct. 16 Student Advisory Committee to the President meeting, LCC President Brent Knight said he wishes he didn’t have to charge students to park on campus.

However, LCC Director of Public Affairs Ellen Jones confirmed the Gannon Ramp requires regular maintenance, which must be paid for, and therefore the parking fees are necessary.

LCC can still take a number of measures to make it easier for student/employees to find parking.

Another solution is to code student/employees’ StarCards to work at the same discounted rate in other parking lots throughout campus.

Whatever course of action LCC officials take, we hope they do something rather than nothing to remedy the student employee parking situation.

It seems any ends really do justify the means in the United States.

If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you might know the National Security Agency (NSA) has been electronically spying on the American public since 2001.

Emails, text messages, phone calls and social media posts are fair game, all in the efforts of protecting us from terrorist attacks.

This story was leaked by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden in summer 2013.

According to a recent article by The Guardian, newly leaked NSA memos revealed the agency tapped the cell phones of over 35 world leaders, including officials from Russia, Mexico, Brazil, France and Germany.

It’s almost more comical than frightening watching this scandal unfold … again.

We are told it is in our best interests to spy on world leaders and the American public. If you follow the White House’s rhetoric, it’s

for our own good, and we’re simply too naïve to understand.

But is it really necessary to our security to bug German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s cell phone? Are we expecting to hear her communicating with terrorists or conspiring against America?

If America’s credibility wasn’t already undermined by the botched Iraq war, this will certainly add to that impression.

On the other end of the spectrum, I’m sure these countries similarly spy on us. The difference is our spying efforts are out in the open and everyone is free to point the finger at the U.S. I want our government to protect us from danger and terrorism

abroad, but I feel uncomfortable with the idea of collecting private citizens’ electronic data and making a permanent or temporary record of it.

The sad thing is I don’t think anything has changed in our country since the NSA revelations. America has become complacent with bureaucrats dictating their lives and telling them what is best for them.

There hasn’t been a movement to reclaim our privacy or limit the NSA’s surveillance, and judging by America’s apathy, there won’t be one.

Our elected officials won’t make any amends, having long since moved on to the next scandal (the ObamaCare website).

In August 2013, President Barack Obama promised major reforms to the NSA, but I haven’t heard any public solutions since then.

I have the eerie feeling once the headlines die down, it will be back to business in the NSA and in D.C.

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Public checks out A&S renovations Amber Glomb Freelance Writer Dozens of people filled the newly renovated Arts and Sciences (A&S) Building for the community open house Oct. 26.

The total cost of the renovations, which started in November of 2012, was $31 million, according to an LCC press release.

The tour consisted of over 20 different departmental demonstrations, as well as student music, a virtual tour, blue prints and much more.

The demonstrations included “Acid or Base?,” “A Smile is Worth a Thousand Words,” “It’s What’s Inside that Counts,” “The Beautiful Mind,” “Alternative Energy Learning” and “Virtual Reality Arc Welding.”

Among the tour attendees was LCC President Brent Knight, who explained there was much to see.

“There has been considerable publicity about this building,” Knight said. “We wanted to invite the public to come and see it.

“I think that this building and these spaces equal any college or any university in the nation for

freshman and sophomores.”

LCC chemistry instructor Coretta Fernandes, who was involved in the “Acid or Base?” presentation, explained how the new labs and technology have helped her and the students.

“We are still finding our way around what works and what doesn’t work,” Fernandes said. “For the most part, we are really happy.

“We can modify the class to meet the needs of the students. We love having the storage area so we can quickly grab chemicals … We are enjoying it.”

LCC alumni Paul Wozniak said he enjoyed the open house experience.

“It’s incredible,” Wozniak said.

“It’s very open and accessible. It’s shiny. It seems very welcoming and student-focused … It’s updated in a very chic, cool way.”

LCC music instructor Molly Cryderman-Weber, who used to teach in the A&S Building, said the tour experience was great.

“I love all the areas where students can study,” Cryderman-Weber said. “It’s nice there is a blend of the high-tech look and the natural.”

Photos by Suzanna Powers

Professor Dan Genter discusses the chemistry of aspirin during the “Not Now — I Have a Headache” demonstration during the A&S Building open house on Saturday Oct. 26.

LCC parent and alumnus Cheryl Campbell (left) discusses genetics during the “It’s in the Genes” experiment that showed participants techniques of analyzing DNA.

Jessica Ebear, a Welding & Fabrication student at LCC, demonstrates the “Virtual Reality Arc Welding” machine. The device allows students to simulate welding and provides feedback and grades.

Student Cherhonda Jones (middle) and her cousin partake in the “Exploring Chromatography” experiment to observe which color dyes separate in water-soluble inks. The experiment was conducted by Professor Jason Tew (left).