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Vol. 65 Issue 15
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March 5, 2019
CAYUGA CC STUDENTS STAR IN WORLD PREMIERE STAGE PERFORMANCE
CALLING ALL ARTISTS! By Kaitlyn Diego, associate editor
“It’s my fault. It’s all my fault!” Charlie is facing a crisis and he can’t get out of his head. That is the basic premise of this semester’s Harlequin Production of Drowning the Stream by Jeffrey Wolf. Although this play was written in 2005, Harlequin’s performance will be the World Premiere production. Wolf said there was a staged reading in his home state of Colorado but never a full performance. He will be flying in to see the performances in person on the second weekend of the run. He and Director Bob Frame have been in contact through the whole rehearsal process with Frame asking for clarification of moments here and there. For the most part though, the company has worked through the show themselves, making the decisions needed to make DIRECTOR this tense drama enterROBERT FRAME taining to the audience. Due the complexity of the character, Frame decided to bring in a guest artist to play the role of Charlie. Michael Antico is locally based actor who has appeared on stages across the country including the Fingerlake Music Theatre Festival’s production of From Here to Eternity. Working with Mike has been a learning experience for the company of student actors as they watch and work with a professional in action. Mike has also been great, spending time with the students as they worked through their scenes.
Calling all artists! Have you heard about the Cayuga Community College STEM Logo Design Contest? STEM are the science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs, thousands of students go into for their future career. However, Cayuga’s STEM program doesn’t have a logo and are looking for students to design it!!! Any high school or CCC student is eligible to participate in this contest. Entries are due April 1, 2019, and submissions can be sent to Dr. Joel Yager Humphrey at humphrey@cayyga-cc.edu. Students are asked to include their full name, school they are attending and phone number! Winners will be selected on May 1, 2019, and will win a $200 gift card! Work must all be original, and there must be words, images, etc to show what STEM is! A student may enter as many times as they want, and make sure to have fun with it! For questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Joel Yager Humphrey!
MARIE MILLER
The Auburn Student Activities Board welcomes Singer, Marie Miller, to the Auburn campus for a performance on Monday, March 11th at 11 A.M. Miller bridges together pop, folk, and a little bit of bluegrass. She was a teenager with she signed with Curb records. In 2015, Marie Miller was granted the opportunity to be one of the only performers to sing for Pope Francis in Philadelphia at the Festival of the Families. She released her debut full album, Letterbox, in 2017.
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CCC STUDENTS RECEIVE HELP AS THEY GET READY TO BEGIN CAREERS By Megan Swartwood, editor-in-chief Resumes, cover letters and job interviews are all important things to keep in mind when applying for a potential job. Students were reminded this when they attended the Resume and Cover Letter workshop held last Wednesday. Anne Walter, Student Success Advocate, started out the workshop by encouraging students to visit the Student Engagement Office. Walter explains how it is, “the main resource for anything you need done here at the college whether it has to with career, transferring, we will send you in the right direction.” Meg Osborne, Coordinator of Career Services, explained how she is currently located in the Student Engagement Office but will be moving to the new Career and Transfer Center that will be located in the old Registrar’s office. Osborne explains how the Career and Transfer Center can help students, “Whether you are trying to figure out what you want to do as a career, what you’re looking for in an internship or a volunteer experience and even if you’re looking for a part-time or fulltime job.” Cara-Leigh Battaglia, Job Placement
Specialist says, “We are a resource that you should be using the whole time that you are here.” Battaglia explains, “there is so much that can impede your resume before it ever reaches the human-being that needs to see it.” Some work places use technology to check resumes that are very specific. If your resume doesn’t have certain keywords, it will PHOTO BY MEGAN SWARTWOOD
SINGER WHO SANG TO THE POPE TO PERFORM ON AUBURN CAMPUS
get turned down. The Career and Transfer Center offers free scans of your resume in order to see if your resume would pass a technology check. Student’s also learned how employers look at Social Media when deciding to hire or not. Battaglia says, “Before you been have a CONTINUED PAGE 2
HARLEQUIN VETERANS KAYLEE BOISE AND MARISSA SORBER RETURN TO THE STAGE IN THE SPRING PRODUCTION OF “DROWNING THE STREAM” WHICH OPENS THURSDAY ON THE AUBURN CAMPUS. Featured in the cast are Harlequin veterans Kaylee Boise, Thomas Norris, Marissa Sorber, Tristan Nolan and Ariel White. New to the company this semester are Hannah Sawchuck, Kai Stenson III, Ronny Harvey and McCuin Gould. The actors get an added experience when it was decided to stage this play in the round. That means the audience is on all four sides surrounding the action- so no audience member is ever more than 15 feet from the actors! A nerve-wracking and exhilarating experience. Drowning the Stream runs March 7-9 and again the following weekend, March 14-16. All performances are at 7:30; the audience will enter through the stage doors. Tickets are $2 for Students, $7 for the General public and will be available at the door.
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HOW I SEE IT...YOU HAVE TO JUGGLE IN COLLEGE A struggle I have found the past few weeks with college students, is how to balance school work and a job. Most teenagers start a job at 16
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ASSOCIATE EDITOR SPORTS EDITOR or 17-years-old while still in high school, myself included. I have worked at Wegmans for almost three years, and I will be the first to say, the
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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Lately, I have been reading a lot despite the amount of school work I have been assigned. I find reading to be a way to escape, since the real world can be a tad bit boring. Ever since I was younger, I have adored reading. I have always had a huge book case in my room lined with books that I swore I was going to read. Every year, my Mom and I would venture out to a book fair that was held at the Finger Lakes Mall. Four huge bags would end up in our car. Struggling to carry all the books inside our home, we would set them on our front porch and flip through them all morning long. Every year, we would donate books and then we would buy new ones. Books were a key part of my childhood and they still are. I enjoy going to Seymour Library and searching for new stories to read about. I love to write reviews about the books that I read. It feels great to look back and see what books I enjoyed the most and what they were about. Reading allows you to travel to different worlds, expands your creativity and allows you to look into someone else’s life. You are put into someone else’s shoes. That is why I would encourage everyone to read. Do some research on the types of books that are out there: fantasy, romance, adventure, non-fiction, historical, there are plenty to choose from. An app I use, called Goodreads, allows you to discover books you might like while also being able to read ratings of books. My favorite feature of the app is the progression logger. It allows you to type in what page number you are on and it shows the percentage of the book that you have completed. Find what you like and when you do, your mind will be opened up in ways that you never imagined.
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environment you work in will make all the difference. I have moved around departments since I have been there, in hopes to find a team that I fit in with. It was not until a month or so ago, I had finally found that. My team of four, succeeds in everything I could have ever hoped for. I think it is very important to have a secure, hardworking team that consists of people who make work enjoyable in a way. This team goes above and beyond that everyday, and I am very blessed to be apart of it! If you ever catch me there, I can guarantee you’ll hear my laugh, or see a smile. That is what these people are about, while still getting the job done. In college, I gained two more jobs. How do I balance three jobs, and a 19 credit schedule with extra curricular activities? Some days….it is very, very stressful not to sugar coat it. There are
STAFF WRITER Hello students, my name is Aidan Crandall and I am new to writing for the paper. To those
of you who don’t know me, I’m a sports junkie. I will talk your ear off about baseball, basketball, football, but I also will love to learn about any other sports. Soccer actually peaks my interest, I just don’t have an understanding of the different leagues and teams. I’m open to anyone teaching me about soccer, and any other sport for that matter. Back to myself, I took this position because my love of sports has led me down a career path toward sports journalism. I hope everyone who reads my paper enjoys it and comes to me about any topics they would want me to explore.
WARNING: SUICIDE CHALLENGE RETURNS By Kaitlyn Diego, associate editor
Momo equals a big no no! The “Momo Suicide Challenge” has been fired back up, after first being discovered last year! This bulging eye, stringy hair, troll like creature as described by many critics, has been popping up all over the Internet, specially targeting children. The Momo Challenge is an Internet threat, promoting children to do harmful, dangerous things, that could potentially lead to suicide. Although YouTube officials say they have not seen this yet on their website, it cannot be assured as of now if this challenge will pop up or not.
Even though large groups of children are not committing suicide due to the threats being encouraged, the fear is still in the eyes of many. Police say it has gone viral, but not to worry, tech officials are working to get to the bottom of this!
days when I am ready to lose it because I am all over with everything, but this kind of schedule also will push a person to be better! I have a set schedule to fit everything perfectly, and to make sure I am still keeping a 4.0 GPA. Goal setting in this kind of environment is huge. Otherwise, you will not get anything done. My job outside of the college is actually my break. I am with great people, I can relax for a few hours, and that helps me to regroup to focus back to school. My advice to college students who are struggling to manage so many different things, find what fits for you. It is different for everyone. I never ever thought I would say I am working three jobs, taking 19 credits, and am involved with extracurricular activities on and off campus. It is possible, and it will pay off in the long run!
STUDENTS RECEIVE CAREER PREP HELP CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE PAGE chance to get an interview, employers Google you, look you up on Facebook; they look at everything that connects to you.” Those in the Career and Transfer office give this reminder to students and also help them to set up important profiles that employers look for, such as LinkedIn. Osborne says, “I think the process of looking for a job can feel daunting, but we help you focus on the things that you can control when applying for a job.” After the workshop, students were provided with snacks and drinks. Meg Osborne and Cara-Leigh Battaglia are able to meet with student one-on-one in order to help with resumes, cover letters, resumes and can even do mock interviews. This week, muffins and coffee will be served for, “Mid-Way Muffins” in order to make midterms a little less painful. Students are reminded that registration starts March 25th for the up-coming fall semester and that setting a date with advisors is pertinent for being placed in the classes that are necessary.
Parents have been asked to monitor and be aware of their child’s Internet activity. This includes any video games played online, along with Social Media accounts. Police officials say parents should not panic at this time due to these “hacks” happening every few months, but to stay cautious!
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WARNING FROM CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL ABOUT CONDOMS By Chelsea Ritschel, contributing correspondent The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning to sexually-active Americans to stop washing and reusing condoms – because, unbelievably, “people do it.”
SPARTAN SPORTS The Spartans’ new baseball team debuts in conference play on Saturday, March 9th at noon against Corning Community College in Corning. In a tweet linking to condom and STD facts and statistics, the health agency wrote: “We
say it because people do it: Don’t wash or reuse condoms. “Use a fresh one for each sex act,” the CDC advised. In response to the Twitter warning, people were amused that it is not obvious condoms should not be washed after use. When used properly, condoms are highly effective in preventing pregnancy and sexually-transmitted STDs, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). However, considering fewer than half of US high schools met the CDC’s requirement for sexual education in 2015, the need for the warning is not surprising. According to a health report published by the CDC in 2017, only one-third of Americans use condoms – and many may be doing so incorrectly. In a 2012 study published in The Journal Sexual Health, co-author and University of Kentucky professor Richard Crosby said researchers “chronically underestimated how
complicated condom use can be,” after finding 1.4 to 3.3 per cent of respondents had reused a condom at least twice during a sexual encounter. Reusing male condoms results in weakened latex, which can lead to rips or tears that increase the risk of pregnancy and STDs. Half of young people don’t use condoms for sex with new partner. As the number of STD and STI cases in America continues to rise, with more than two million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis reported in 2016, according to the CDC, correct condom-use is more important than ever. For condom-use to be effective, the CDC states that a new condom should be used “for every act of vaginal, anal and oral sex throughout the entire sex act (from start to finish).” Sexually-active Americans should also refrain from storing condoms in wallets, be aware of condom expiration dates, and never use more than one condom at a time.
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CAYUGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDIA AND THE ARTS (SOMA)
SPRING 2019 EVENTS Cayuga’s School of Media and the Arts (SOMA) is proud to present these exciting events. All events are open to all members of the college community.
JAZZ COMBO COACHING WITH MIKE DUBANIEWICZ
March 11 - 1:30 PM - MPPC (M157) Open session with Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz
TOM WHITE GUEST LECTURE
March 12 – 12:30 PM – T-229 Telcom alum Tom White is the Operations Director of the ACC Network
HARLEQUIN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
The Cayuga Latin Jazz Project outreach ensemble performed at Jazz Central in Syracuse recently. The ensemble played two sets of Latin jazz to an audience of 50 plus people including many prospective music students! —Michael Cortese
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March 7-9 and March 14-16 - 8 PM - Bisgrove Theatre, Auburn
CAYUGA LATIN JAZZ PROJECT
March 15 - 7 PM Performance - MPPC (M157) Cayuga Music faculty members Mike Cortese, Rick Balestra, Andrew Carroll and Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz, will perform on campus. Free and open to the public.
JAZZ IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP 1 WITH MIKE DUBANIEWICZ
HOWARD NELSON – VISITING WRITER
April 15 – 11 AM Lower Library, Auburn Reading April 15 – 12 noon - Lower Library, Auburn Writing Seminar/Talk April 16 – 11 AM Fulton Reading and Writing Seminar
JAZZ IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP 2 WITH MIKE DUBANIEWICZ April 15 - 11 AM - T138A Open session with Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz
EARTH DAY - SCREEN PRINTED REUSABLE BAG GIVE-AWAY EVENT
April 22 - 11 AM to noon – Front lobby, Auburn campus Create an Earth Day Postcard on Recycled Materials (to be provided) and receive a hand-printed Reusable Bag created by CCC Art Students **while supplies last.
HAND DRUMMING WORKSHOP WITH DAVE DONLEY
April 22 - 11 AM - MPPC (M157) Open session with Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz
March 25 - 11 AM - T138A Open session with Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz
AUBURN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA – IN CONCERT
MICHAEL HARMS HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE FESTIVAL
JAZZ COMBO COACHING WITH MIKE DUBANIEWICZ
April 6 - Bisgrove Theatre, Auburn Area High Schools will give short performances, listen to responses from theater educators, attend workshops and compete for scholarships and other awards in the all day event.
THROUGH THE EYES OF A DRUMMER: THE LIFE AND PHOTOGRAPHS OF JIMMY WORMWORTH
April 8 – 7 PM - Bisgrove Theatre, Auburn Film screening with Jimmy Wormworth and Neal Miner (Jazz Bassist /Film Director)
SOMA STUDENT TALENT SHOWCASE
April 10 - 3:00 – 4:30 PM - College Café SOMA students will perform music, poetry, fiction and non-fiction readings, and theatrical performances. SOMA Art students will be presenting their work. This is a fun event. Stop by and support our wonderfully creative SOMA students. Refreshments provided.
CayART - 8.5”x 11” MAIL ART - ALL ABOUT NATURE - AN INVITATIONAL ART EXHIBITION April 10 - 24 - Exhibition - Auburn Campus April 10 - Opening @ SOMA Student Talent Showcase
April 26 - 7:30 PM - Bisgrove Theatre
April 29 - 1:30 PM - MPPC (M157) Open session with Brunell Visiting Artist, Mike Dubanewicz
TELCOM BANQUET
May 1 - 5:30 – 7:00 PM - Auburn Public Theater Telcom students receive their annual awards and we’ll screen the best of their video productions. Always a great event. Refreshments provided.
THE ANNUAL ART WALK
May 1 – 11 AM Start in the Library, walk to the Art Studios and see the end-of-year exhibition by Cayuga’s Art students. Refreshments provided.
COLLEGE CHORUS CONCERT May 6 - 7:00 PM - MPPC (M157)
ROCK ENSEMBLE CONCERT
May 7 - 7:00 PM - MPPC (M157) Come down to the basement of the Link Building and rock out!
JAZZ COMBO WITH SPECIAL GUEST, MIKE DUBANIEWICZ May 8 - 7:00 PM - MPPC (M157)
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