MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENT NEWSPAPER WWW.MVCCGLACIER.COM DECEMBER 6, 2013 VOLUME 47, ISSUE 8
Combat to College joins active forces By Ashley Meitz News Editor Combat to College (C2C) worked to make Toys for Tots a success for underprivileged children this holiday season. “The primary goal of Toys for Tots is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.” Members of local communities unite in order to allow less fortunate children the opportunity to experience a Christmas they deserve. Toys for Tots set up a blue bin inside the Student Union that accepted donations from Dec. 2 through Dec. 9. C2C asked for any new, unopened toys as long as they were not plush. Contributors should keep in mind that children up to age 12 will be receiving the unwrapped gifts. The gifts could either be left anonymously or with an attached note or card; C2C’s only request is that the toy be left unwrapped. “We’re working with students and faculty, whoever wants to help donate toys,” explained James Martin, member of C2C. “We’re in conjunction with
those who are actively serving now to help us with the event. I don’t serve now, but I was once active.” This is MVCC’s first year in conjuction with Toys for Tots. Martin expressed enthusiasm for the new partnership in hopes that it will continue for years to come. Holiday months are the perfect time for donating to those in need or to those who are less forunate than ourselves, especially children unable to celebrate the traditionalized ‘Christmas’ experience throughout the United States. When these children receive gifts, they also receive the humble pleasure of knowing they were not forgotten about this holiday season. Donating a simple toy is enough to make their holiday a memorable one. Members of C2C at MVCC are veterans; they were once active military or marines and strive to maintain their duty of helping the community. C2C mandated the Toys for Tots project at MVCC and strongly encouraged the community to participate. On Dec. 9, active military and marines will gather the gifts donated by MVCC students and staff from campus COMBAT | page 2
Sarah Sophie donates an unwrapped toy into the Toys for Tots bin located inside the Student Union. Active services within the United States will distribute contents to local children in need. [Erica Sinnott]
Opportunity flourishes Raising efforts By Ashley Meitz News Editor The “Steelworker for the Future” presentation took place Dec. 5 inside the Fogelson Theatre. “Steelworker for the Future” is a program offered at Moraine Valley, encouraging students to consider steel working as a profession. “We have partnerships with two year schools near our plants,” said Gary Nor-
gren, Division Manager and head of two local companies. Joining forces with Moraine Valley Community College, ArcelorMittal offers programs for both electrical and mechanical students. “The goal is to train and find electrical or mechanical technicians while allowing them to receive an education,” said Norgren. ArcelorMittal is the largest steel company in the world, with multiple facilities
throughout the United States and presence in over 60 other countries. Over the next few years, thousands of steel workers are scheduled for retirement. This is bound to further the “critical shortage of mechanical technicians in the current workforce.” By partaking in the “Steel Worker for the Future” program, Integrated Systems Technology students will be prepared for steelmakSTEEL | page 3
By Ashley Meitz News Editor The Philippine Relief Effort strives to help ease the distress of those throughout the country affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Rock Solid Ministries and Student Life collected monetary donations through an organization called ‘Feed the Hungry’ which partners with different groups to help countries in crisis. Typhoon Haiyan formed on
Nov. 3 and didn’t dissipate until Nov. 11, after killing nearly 6 thousand people in the Philippines alone and making it the most devastating Philippines tycoon on record. An information table inside the U Building from Nov. 25 through Dec. 6 provided information and facts regarding the tragedy of Typhoon Haiyan. Students and staff were able to make donations in person through Student Life or PHILIPPINES | page 5
IN THIS ISSUE SPORTS Volleyball finishes the year ranked tenth in the national tournament. PAGE 12
ENTERTAINMENT Blues legend, Buddy Guy makes first appearance at Moraine Valley. SOCIAL PAGE 1
FEATURES Bill Droel retires after 33 years of Campus Ministry at MVCC. SOCIAL PAGE 1