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Moraine makes advances in the war against pollution
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A sign informing customers the cards are made with recycled paper. Other changes are completely bio-degradeable bags, solar-powered lighting, and recyling bins.
By Joe Salah
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How many times a day does one throw aluminum and glass into a trash bin?
How many times has someone thrown their food wrappers and other miscellaneous garbage out of their car window, or carelessly launched it into
the street? The answer is probably a lot, but the importance of this issue does not lie within the pollution you’ve already contributed to,
but rather in the actions you can take to improve our economy and prevent contamination from reoccurring in the future. Tree Campus U.S.A is
the title that was given to Moraine Valley, along with 28 other colleges dedicated to “going
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student body, but by faculty members and staff as well. Students originating from all over the world attend and work at our college,
Moraine Valley, although a top-notch community college, is considered inconveniently located by many students. Well, the tedious drive has finally come to an end for southdwelling Moraine Valley students that are tired of scheduling a thirty to fortyfive minute drive into their already busy mornings. An alternate Moraine campus in Tinley Park has been under construction since spring of 2009. The building will offer a variety of 20 classes, some of them being; Principles of Macroeconomics, American History I, was
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Members of the ALAS listen to and brainstorm events and ideas.
By Joe Salah
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Moraine Valley is an extremely diverse community college, reflected not only by the
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One of the entrances to the new Moraine campus in TInley Park.
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pockets pretty hard with their Hey everyone! I’m happy to be wireless plans. You have to ask speaking with you once again. yourself; is it really necessary to It’s a pretty exciting time right pay this amount of money each now because we’re boldly about month? Having a high end phone to go where no is nice but the bill freshman has is way over the ever gone betop and a higher This fore. end phone is place is called seconds away the third week from release. I of college! With honestly believe that being said, that we shouldn’t I hope everyone have to chunk is getting a hold out loads of cash on things. I know for a nice phone. it hasn’t been For those of you an easy start for who look for an many of you bealternate option cause of finan(and there’s alcial aid and regways an alteristration. I stood nate option) to in the lines too having a nice so I know how phone with a it feels to wait decent plan, for a few hours. check out virgin By Julius Allen Sometimes we mobile, boost must do what we have to in order mobile or cricket wireless. Also, to move forward. We’re not the don’t be fooled by the “network” only ones who had frustrations; lingo because no cell phone profaculty and staff felt the same way vider has perfect reception. at times. Many of you know that when September is here already so I ran for the student trustee pothat means we’re getting closer to sition earlier this year, I focused the cold weather and fall fest. Fall on improving the student experifest is going to be huge this year ence. With the help of fellow stuand I hope to see you all there. By dents, faculty and staff, we now coming out you’ll be able to experiget to make that happen. It’s a ence what Student Life is all about. job I take very seriously and I You’ll be glad you came out and if assure you all that I will do my you’ve been before then you can absolute best during my tenure. experience the fun all over again. As always, I can be reached at I frequently remind people about 708-608-4165 or at allenj82@ the importance of staying informed student.morainevalley.edu. I’m especially when it relates directly on campus everyday in U204A to them. In the case of cell phone so don’t hesitate to stop by the providers, most of them will hit your office. Take care everyone.
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Upcoming events and ideas that are formed are organized at the ALAS meetings.
and the diversity is ever expanding, but one particular group of students have taken it upon themselves to create a club. A club in which students of the same nationality come together to organize events and projects to improve the overall condition and experience included in the attendance of Moraine Valley. A.L.A.S, or the Alliance of Latin American Students is a recently founded club where students of Hispanic decent come together and discuss methods and actions they can take to improve certain areas, host fun events pertaining to their culture, and assist members in finding internships and work post-graduation. A majority of the members either live near, or have friends and family that live near unsafe neighborhoods and sympathize. “We just want to help out as much as we can,” club president Jackie Jimenez says. The Alliance is planning on assisting with the Buffalo Wild Wings fund-raiser in conjunction
with Saint Xavier University in order to help setup an international community service project. Also, October will be Latin-American heritage month followed by the club’s Dia de los Muertos (day of the dead) celebration. Many new members have decided to join and bring new ideas to the table. “I want to make an impact. We all want to do as much as possible and make a difference wherever we can,” claims new club member Lupe Vega. The club was founded a couple years ago, and is rapidly growing in popularity. Jackie and the rest of the members urge other LatinAmerican students to participate in the club and assist them in their benign and achievable goals of community and school improvements. The club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays in room U209B. Joe Salah can be contacted at jsalah22@gmail.com
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The new and returning students and staff at Moraine Valley must be comforted by the fact that MVCC yet again ranks 99th nationwide in associate’s degrees conferred. According to a Moraine Valley press release the college holds this place of honor among 1,186 community colleges. Moraine has held this rank since it dropped from 92nd in 2008. A study published by Community College Weekly ranks MVCC third in the nation for associate’s degrees conferred in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies (science transfer programs). The study is based on an analysis of U.S. Department of Education data for the 2008-2009 academic year. 495 students in 2008-2009 received a degree in this field, 280 of them women and 215 men. Although the rank of nation third in the for
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MultiInterdisciplinary degrees remains, the number of degrees awarded dropped by 7 percent since the 2007-2008 academic year. This decrease is affected by a number of things, such as students not petitioning for graduation, less students pursing an associate’s of science, and the growth of other community colleges in this field. The rank of 99th is still quite impressive. Mark Horstmeyer, director of College and Community Relations, said, “Considering there are around 1,200 community colleges I’d say we are doing pretty well.” The numbers don’t stop there; in 2009-2010 MVCC awarded 2,055 degrees and certificates to 1,806 graduates. This rate of achievement is definitely a point of pride for all who attend and contribute to the college. Wendy Grupka can be contacted at grupkaw@student.morainevalley.edu
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The completed interior of the new Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park.
General Education Mathematics, World religion, and Medical Terminology. You can view a full list of the offered courses at the Moraine website (www. morainevalley.edu), and the fall 2010 Schedule. Every class takes place on a weekday, and will be 10 weeks long. The cost of tuition will be approximately $95 per credit hour, and of course does not include book fees, and other miscellaneous fees. 10.5 Million dollars were invested into the 32,000 square feet Southwest Education Center, and students couldn’t be happier.
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The once flooded and beloved U-Mart now rests in peace behind cold, steel bars.
By Eleni Vryza
Staff Writer
The U-Mart café has closed, and alot of students are not happy. A large majority of Moraine students remember the cozy corner at the entrance of the U building by the Pace bus station. It was an extremely popular place to stop by last semester and catch up with students, staff, and faculty. Hurrying bus drivers would also stop by there to get a cup of coffee or a drink and visit the next-door bathroom. “The U Mart was opened the second half of last year,” said Richard Hammesfahr, a representative of Sodexo Services at Moraine Valley. “Throughout the summer, it has remained closed as we went to summer hours. When this year came, in looking at its performance as a business, it made more sense to open the cafe up until 7:00 at night,” Hammesfahr said. Regarding the reasons it closed, the “cafe had more of a variety of
items available because of space and was not as crowded when there were 10 people here. Also, it seemed to be hard to find and not as convenient, being tucked away in the hallway. We are looking to bring out the Starbucks coffee into the cafe, but we have to find room there. We will bring back the nachos for those who miss it.” This story alludes the refuge the cafe gives to the main character of campus. Expanding the Starbucks corner that Sodexo mentioned might be a good idea. Coffee shops are meeting places and Starbucks in particular, with their multicultural music, provides inspiration and a wonderful opportunity for meaningful conversations. Hammesfahr added, “As far as the people that worked in the U Mart, nobody has lost their positions, and you can still find Norine, the cashier, in the cafe Monday through Thursday evenings.” Eleni can be contacted at uchirak@yahoo.com.mx
“This is going to make my mornings way better,” Moraine student Justin Allen remarks. “I won’t have to wake up at 6 a.m anymore to make it to an 8 a..m class.” Construction encountered a few hiccups in the process since the project was approved in a referendum in early 2006, (permission to build near an interstate, etc.), but is expected to be completed and available for attendance on October 2010 Joe Salah can be contacted at Jsalah22@gmail.com
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Looking for a shorter commute for classes at Moraine Valley Community College? Look no further. The college will offer twenty classes beginning October 11 at its new Southwest Education Center (SWEC), 17900 S. 94th Ave. in Tinley. All twenty classes are during weekdays and are ten weeks long. Classes will include Composition I and II, Principles of Macroeconomics, America History I, Art Appreciation, Medical Terminology, College Algebra, World Religions, Nutrition For Today, General Sociology, General Education Mathematics and Spanish I. A complete listing of classes can be found in the fall 2010 class schedule. Registration is ongoing. Students may also register in the Registration Office in the Student Services Center. They can be reached by phone at (708) 974-2110, or
Sharpen Your Skills The college’s Writing Center is a resource for students to explore their creativity, and maximize their potential for both curricular and personal writing. Instead of focusing on commas and semi-colons, the Center encourages students to overcome their fears and limitations, and become more confident in their work. The Writing Center is located in room L242, and can be reached by phone at (708) 608-4216. Workforce Dev. Classes Moraine Valley Community College is hosting a number of workshops this fall, which cater to professionals and offer them chances to increase their skills in the field. The first, titled “The Power
of Fearless Prospecting,” will be held Sept. 9 and will offer individuals in sales the chance to eliminate bad habits that kill profits, get more qualified leads and close more sales. Workshops will be held in room T002. A $200 fee is required to attend. The remaining workshops will be held once a month until the end of the semester. Registration can be done by phone at (708) 974-2110 or online at Moraine Valley’s web site. Safety Training Moraine Valley’s Workforce Development and Community Services program is offering local business training in compliance with the latest Occupational Health and Safety Administration requirements. Workshops, seminars and classes include recordkeeping, general industry or construction,
Need Tutoring? Valley’s Moraine Academic Skills Center offers its students free tutoring in math, English, chemistry, physics, biology, accounting, reading, medical transcription and more. The center is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Two computer labs are available, one for classes and one for walk-ins. The center is located in room B284-A and B284-B. For more information, call (708) 974-5430. GED/ESL Tutoring Students interested in working on their GED, English as a Second Language or reading skills are encouraged to seek out tutoring on campus Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Tuesday night tutoring is
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held from 5 to 7 p.m. in room A184. Wednesday tutoring is in B182 at the same time. Appointments are not necessary. For more information, contact Joann at (708) 608-4151. Enjoy A Fireside Chat Moraine Valley students are invited to attend Friday Fireside Chats, every Friday at 2 p.m. in U113, to talk about anything and everything. The chats are sponsored by the Student Life Office, located in the union in room U115. For more information, call (708) 974-5717. Disney Internships Moraine Valley is looking for students interested in a paid internship with the Disney College Program to attend two recruitment presentations this month. The program offers a custom-designed learning curriculum that allows students to earn college credit and meet people from around the world. The presentations are Sept. 14 from 2-5 p.m., and Sept. 27 from 3-6p.m. in room U111. For more information, visit disneycollegeprogram.com.
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Green / From Front Page green.” it is awarded to campuses that meet the five core standards of tree care. The hectic construction that went on last year at Moraine would seem counterproductive to the Green Team considering many trees were removed. But Stephenie Presseller, sustainability coordinator and funded sustainabilty manager claims that “every tree removed during the construction was replaced at a 3 to 1 ratio.” Moraine Valley’s endeavors to become more economically aware, or “go green,” began in 2008, and have increased substantially: proving quite effective. Efforts include installing energy-efficient lighting throughout the campus, replacing plastic bags in the bookstore with completely biodegradable ones, housekeeping using more green and efficient cleaning products, donating all out of date and nolonger functioning technology instead of occupying more landfills, revamping the concession stand in the FPAC with healthier snacks with smaller packaging, and many more methods. The new Moraine campus being built in Tinley Park is also cost-efficient and environmentally friendly. A sustainability symposium was held at University of Illinois this year where numerous ideas were presented to college students regarding how to become more involved in the promotion of a healthy economy. Governor Pat Quinn attended, and signed a five-year promise of contribution
to sustainability. “We felt kind of out of our league, in a sense of our budget compared to University of Illinois’ million-dollar budget.”” said Dawn Fry, program assistant in the Student Life Office. Moraine had pledged to achieve 75% of the goals of its old sustainability compact, and succeeded in doing so. Some of the results from the success include Cy-rides, a free webbased carpooling program, and decreasing the energy usage for hot water and heating by constructing solar panels for the A, B and L buildings on campus. The college is also in the process of opening a satellitebased campus that is both USGBC (US Green Building Council) and LEED (Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design) certified. Anybody can help the green team, and the economy in general by taking it upon them selves to participate in environmentally friendly activities. Presseller urges everyone to recycle all dead and dried up Expo, Sharpie, and Papermate writing utensils at L242, the new Center for Sustainability. Also, give the Cy-ride system a try. This method of Carpooling is free, gives opportunities to make friends, and eliminates the strenuous circling of the parking lot many students’ mornings consist of. You can contact Joe Salah at Jsalah22@gmail.com
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One of the many recycling bins found scattered around the Moraine campus.
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Ground zero sensitivity
Moraine recieves $750,000 donation
By Ayat Huseen
By Tiffany Heavy
Editorial Assistant The heated debate that sparked sensitivity and questioned freedom of religion, a Muslim center being built two blocks away from ground zero, came to an end on Tuesday, August 3rd. Americans of both stances voted and debated over the center at New York’s Landmarks preservation commission where the city voted 9 to 0 for the 100 million dollar center to be built at 45-47 Park Place in Lower Manhattan, and it will be open to all faiths. What was a Burlington Coat factory previous to the 9/11 tragedy will now be home to a prayer center, a 500 seat auditorium, and a pool. Americans
who are for the construction of the mosque have deemed it unjust to blame a whole group for the actions of one, considering not all Americans were labeled as terrorists after the Oklahoma city bombing, etc. Although terrorism does exist in all racial backgrounds, those against the construction feel the center’s mission relates to terrorism. According to Ny 1 news, Sharif El-Gamal, developer of the project, stated, “This is a defining moment for you and I and the First Amendment, and I see us passing this test as Americans.” Although others like Gamal agree that America’s fight should be over terrorism, not one stereotyped religion, others question the funding that a
supposed terrorist organization could be a part of. With September 11 approaching, the sensitivity toward the attack is at a peak, causing extremists and die-hard predjudice patriots to act and speak out of pure rage. According to the New York Times, audiences at landmarks preservation commission, shouted “Shame on you!” and “Disgrace!” is built, and Whatever whatever has been destroyed, many Americans will gather on September 11th, to remember those lives lost from all different varieties of faiths, nationalities, and backgrounds. You can contact Ayat Huseen at ayathuseen@hotmail.com
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What would you do with $75,000 dollars? Many would splurge on random expenses, go on a shopping spree, invest in a house, etc. But some think a little more light-heartedly. Marjorie Marlow of Reno, Nevada made an extremely generous decision to stock transfer $75,000 to Moraine Valley’s foundation. Marlow is a former MVCC student, and her son also attended MVCC. She attended the school as an adult and benefited wonderfully from the education she received here. Marjorie is a committed woman who believes in diversity and helping people out. The generous stock Marlow sent was put toward the funds of Returning Women Diversity Scholarship. The Returning Women’s Diversity Scholarship was established by Marjorie Brook Marlow. “The program was intended to benefit adult women who are pursuing their educational goals at Moraine Valley after being out of school for more than five years,” states Susan Linn, executive director for Moraine Valley’s foundation. This money will make it possible for the school to give out $1,500 scholarships to the respective qualifying students including tuition of course, books, and any miscellaneous fees. This scholarship is awarded to two women each year, and the first lucky recipients were Adriana Trejo of Oak Lawn, and Eunice Ziyad of Chicago. These scholarships were given out in April 2009. The remainder of this enormous gift will be invested so the scholarship will be available in perpetuity. The amount given out is $1,000, divided into two $500 payments and applied to both fall and spring semesters. This scholarship cannot be renewed. There are restrictions and prerequirements you must meet in order to recieve scholarship money. The recipient has to be a returning woman who has been out of school for 5 years or longer. She must be enrolled at MVCC. She must carry a minimum of 6 credits during her semester in which the scholarship is awarded to her. She also must submit a 500 word, typed statement that addresses the student’s financial needs, expresses her educational and goals and expresses the applicant’s thoughts on being a returning woman from a diverse background. Diversity includes race, age, sex, sexual orientation, etc. If you’re, interested please contact Sue Linn at (708) 9745335 You can contact Tiffany Heavy at HeaveyT@student.morainevalley. edu
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Should an Islamic Community Center be built near Ground Zero?
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This issue grinds down to an irrational fear of Muslims that has now become engrained in the American populace.
By Ryan Kiefer
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This extremely inappropriate proposition is a constant reminder of the pain and suffering already felt by all Americans.
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Before I get into telling you why this shouldn’t even be an issue, the phrase “Ground Zero mosque” is intensely misleading, and I need to clarify why.The building is not a mosque. Park51, as the official developers call the project, will be an Islamic community center. The majority of the building will contain non-religious spaces, including a 500-seat auditorium, swimming pool, fitness center, art store, and a food court. It will also contain a prayer space which may be referred to as a mosque, but that doesn’t mean the entire building is one. If there is a chapel in a Christian-run hospital, we don’t call the entire complex a church. We call it a hospital. The same logic applies here. We’ll call Park51 an Islamic center. It’s not planned to be built at Ground Zero either. The center will actually be built a few blocks north, replacing a building that was damaged on September 11 and has been largely unoccupied for some time. The new center will not be visible from Ground Zero, and it is not much further away from the site than Masjid Manhattan, an actual mosque that has been located in lower Manhattan since 1970 without complaint. New York Dolls, a strip club, is also two blocks away from Ground Zero and has strangely garnered fewer complaints than this project. There is no law that prevents this building from being built. In fact, it’s just the opposite. Law students will be happy to point out the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which expressly forbids Congress from making “no law respecting the establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” This applies to state and local governments as well, which means there is no legal reason this building can be prevented from being built because it will be used for Islamic purposes. This same rationale allowed the construction of a shrine to Shinto, the national religion of Japan, within walking distance from Pearl Harbor. Ultimately, this issue grinds down to an irrational fear of Muslims that has now become engrained in the American populace. Saying that Park51 shouldn’t be built because Muslims fund it stereotypes the whole of Islam as an extremist group. Islam is a beautiful, multi-faceted, peaceful religion, and is not extreme in nature. The actions of a few idiots should never define a whole group of people. Instead of condemning Park 51 as an unnecessary provocation by Muslims (who aren’t even remotely related to al Qaeda), shouldn’t be we be working to understand and welcome a group of people who we as a country have discriminated against? Because of this, I support the construction of the inaccurately nicknamed “Ground Zero mosque,” and I hope you will too.
As Americans, no matter what ethnicity or background, we are given the right to freedom of speech, religion and protection of our rights. As Americans we honor common courtesies for the men and woman who died for our country, and others’ rights to grieve the death of a loved one. Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf is an American. What Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf is proposing is not American. The man behind the proposed Muslim community center and mosque in eyeview from the sacred 9/11 Ground Zero has Americans fuming. Rauf claims the future center is positive step toward building a bridge between religions in the United States. Instead, it’s causing an opposite reaction; this extremely inappropriate proposition is a constant reminder of the pain and suffering already felt by all Americans. He is pouring salt in already open wounds. I am fully aware the center passes legal standards and religions should have the freedom to worship wherever they choose, but for Rauf to take advantage of the law is inappropriate. Is it justifiable to place a Hitler monument or German cultural center next to Auschwitz, although it’s legal? No, it is thoroughly inappropriate. Rauf and his group boast about their rights, but similarly the victims of 9/11 had the rights to go to work safely and return home to their families. I deem the structure devastating because Rauf’s agenda is deceptive and misleading. First, mosques are seen as a symbol of victory in the Muslim history. What number of Muslims will see the mosque as a peace offering, or a trophy for a victorious terrorist attack? More confusing is that this could have been an opportunity to attempt harmony and a real peace offer with the states. Why didn’t Rauf fund a memorial Graphic by Kristin Zavala dedicated to the victims at the center or on Ground Zero? Or donate money to families of the victims or the upkeep of Ground Zero? If his goal is to “build bridges,” why does he refuse to meet with New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg to look at the alternate locations New York is offering him to build on? Rauf knows exactly what he’s doing. If we continue to turn our cheeks to the issue and use rights as an excuse, we are weakening the strength and pride of our country and failing to defend the fallen. The allowed construction of the mosque will send a message that terrorists have won. We will let the honor of the 9/11 victims to be overshadowed by disrespect and betrayal.
Ryan Kiefer can be contacted at ryan.a.kiefer@gmail.com
Courtney Kuchan can be contacted at courtrk10@yahoo.com
Photo Opinions “It is true they moved here to get more freedom but at the same time it is a bit inapporiate.” Nikki Schafer
“It’s just ignorance; holding a grudge against an entire country.” Evan Cullina
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“Every Muslim in his country has the same right as the polish, Mexican, etc. Every time a Muslim opens something there is inappropriate fear.”
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To better understand the British Petroleum fiasco in the Gulf of Mexico I have read two books this summer: “The Prize: the Epic Quest for Oil” by Daniel Yergin (Simon & Schuster, 1991), nonfiction, and “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville (Barnes & Noble Classic, 1851), fiction. I coincidentally spent part of my summer in Newport, New England, arriving by ferry from New York. It is a short drive from that Rhode Island resort area over to New Bedford, Massachusetts, a depressed town of about 19,000. The unemployment rate there exceeds 10%. The school dropout rate is also high. There are empty lots and dilapidated buildings. The modest downtown is pleasant enough. I like to walk out on a wharf in Buzzards Bay. A few blocks inland there is a lively lunch restaurant in a refurbished former bank
building. Green Monsta Ale is on tap there. New Bedford had a growth spurt beginning in the 1820s with the arrival of immigrants from Ireland and the Portuguese Azores. Soon Polish and Jewish immigrants came, as did some blacks. (Frederick Douglass was a resident for sometime.) For a while, New Bedford was per capita the richest city in the world. The source of wealth was oil. The means of procurement was not, however, offshore drilling. Rather, it was offshore harpooning. That’s correct. New Bedford was a top whaling port and whales were the primary source of oil in the 1840s. And that’s why “Moby Dick” begins in New Bedford. Maybe you think your Glacier columnist has fallen overboard in saying “Moby Dick” is related to the BP Oil fiasco. “Moby Dick,” you say, is
September 3, 2010 a Drake Well Museum in Oil Creek State Park and I observed some refining business on the road south out of town. But otherwise Titusville is a depressed area. There is probably an interesting restaurant that has Yuengling Black & Tan on tap, but I lunched at Burger King. Oil has brought many benefits in transportation, illumination, heating and much more. At the same time, oil is responsible for air and waterway pollution, land erosion, workplace tragedies, mass murder in the World Trade Center Plaza, and now grave suffering along the Gulf of Mexico coast. Moraine Valley is into socalled green energy. That is, our college wants to conserve natural resources, including oil, and look toward alternative energy sources. It is a positive step; one that deserves more attention. Change, however, is difficult. For example, our college still allows SUVs on campus. As long as the dominant culture believes that oil is inexhaustible and basically harmless, events like the World Trade Center attack and the BP Oil fiasco are absorbed into a vague category of: “regrettable but acceptable tradeoffs.”
about a compulsive ship captain. It is the same story as “Caine Mutiny” by Herman Wouk. It is an appropriate text for an abnormal psychology course. It is true that by the time Captain Ahab sailed from New England he no longer cared about the whaling business or for that matter about his crew or his family. He was obsessed with vengeance. Obviously the story is compelling on a psychological level. But in a book loaded with symbolism, it is plausible to see the white whale as oil (which it is) and then to read “Moby Dick” as a story about a natural resource turning against those who disturb it. New Bedford flourished into the early years of the 20th century and in the 1920s the city added the textile industry to its economic engine. But its eventual decline can be dated to the summer of 1859 and to a remote town in Western Pennsylvania, Titusville. That’s where Colonel Edwin Drake with financing from George Bissell of New York drilled the first oil well. “The Prize” by Daniel Yergin and the entire oil industry as we now know it begins with this unlikely story. I’ve been to Titusville. Like New Bedford, it has never recovered from its brief relationship with oil. There is
Mr. Droel can be contacted at droelb@morainevalley.edu. His blog is found at wwww. chicagocatholicnews.com.
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A Familiar Reprieve
By Rob Siebert
Editorial Assistant Fundamentally, Moraine Valley never changes. There are some new buildings, an enlarged campus layout, a bigger student life center: things freshmen don’t even blink at. But the “vibe” is still the same. Still, for a returning student like me it’s a little surreal. The folks at registration would call me a “reverse transfer student.” To me it’s a bit more complicated than that. I went to another school, graduated, went to work, realized it wasn’t for me, left, and came here to start on a new path. Scottish novelist J.M. Barrie said “Man’s life is like a diary in which he means to write one story but ends up writing another.” Smart guy. Moraine Valley wasn’t where I planned on being at this point in my life. It was humbling, and on some level, heart breaking to come back. This was, after all, where I started. It’s been five years since I was last a student here. For the complete article visit www.mvccglacier.com Rob Siebert can be contacted at robert siebert85@ yahoo.com
The Energy Dilemma: Fossil Fuels vs Alternative Sources
By Wendy Grupka
A weighty concern, plaguing both the minds of ecologists and the health of our Earth, is the global dependence on non-renewable resources for energy. The utilization of coal, oil, and natural gas is so engraved into our culture that when faced with the negative impact these fossil fuels have on our environment,the common reaction is to ignore the issue. The air that fills our lungs, the water that quenches our thirst, and the food that satiates our hunger: all this is to be compromised by what has become a blissful ignorance. This ignorance, however, has been momentarily interrupted by the horrible catastrophe that has befallen all the denizens of the Gulf of Mexico. If only for a mo-
ment, the sight of muck covered beaches piled high with masses of oily, decaying local bird and fish, has awakened our sympathy and revealed the ugly reality that we have forgotten an a most important ward: Earth. The truth of the matter is humans are using up nonrenewable energy sources at an astonishing rate, when an agreeable answer to the question, “What happens when we run out?” has not been found. It is in the midst of environmental hardships that alternative energy sources become a glimmer of hope on the horizon; and as an ever-adapting species, the responsibility falls on us to solve this energy dilemma. According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA) non-renewable resources are, “Fuels that cannot be easily made or “re-
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newed,” such as oil, natural gas, and coal.” A report compiled by the EIA in 2005 stated that the U.S. consumed 100 quadrillion BTU’s (British Thermal Units) of energy which is growing at a rate of .7% annually. To get an idea of how enormous this amount is 1 quad is equivalent to about 8,007,000,000 gallons of gasoline. This usage is extravagant but it is the global consumption that is truly an indicator of how dependant humans have become on fossil fuels. In 2008, the world consumed 446 quadrillion BTU’s of energy, oil accounting for 37%, coal about 25%, and 23% natural gas. The remaining 15% was comprised of alternative sources and nuclear energy. This dependency has its reasons; insofar coal, gas, and oil are relatively inexpen-
sive in spite of what seem to be ever-rising gas prices. The methods for extricating said resources have been, over decades, engineered to close to perfection. In the U.S. it is apparent that our cities and suburbs are built to facilitate our automobiles. New roads are built and fixed year round to connect places of work, entertainment, and residence. The American way of life would be near impossible without the miles of concrete expanses and the inefficient, metallic machines used to traverse them.The automobile, in U.S. culture, is as much a necessity as it is a way of life and it is this integration of non-renewable energy sources into our natural world, which causes so much environmental damage. The cloying air - so high in particulate matter it irritates our lungs, causing a fit of
coughing and wheezing. The rain can come down so cruelly that the delicate sun seeking leaves stand no chance of survival; acid rain has this effect on plants and animals alike. Depending on where you live these hazards may not be as evident, but with our use of unclean energy on the rise it is only a matter of time until we all begin to feel the effects firsthand. The EIA defines renewable resources as, “Energy resources that are naturally replenishing. They are virtually inexhaustible in duration but limited in the amount of energy that is available per unit of time. For the complete article visit www.mvccglacier.com Wendy Grupka can be contacted at wgrupka@yahoo. com
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Volume 43, Issue 2
Coach Gloria Coughlin picks up 400th victory By Amel Saleh
Entertainment Editor Last weekend, the Moraine Valley Women’s Volleyball team played their first tournament and defeated all six opponents, earning Coach Gloria Coughlin her 400th career win. Though to ask Coughlin, it’s nothing to get too excited over. The coach of 19 years takes a modest approach when it comes to her victories. “It’s not a big deal,” Coughlin said. “It’s not something I get too excited for.” However, Coughlin admitted there is another milestone she’s looking forward too. “Five hundred wins is a big one,” she said. “I’m hoping to be around for 500.” What Coughlin doesn’t hesitate to get excited about is her new team ros-
ter. This season the volleyball team welcomes several new faces, with only four players returning and nine new members. This year, expect to see Donna Killeen (Marist), Rachel Levitt (Lyons), Kelly Stack (Sandburg), Molly Duckwall (Bremen), Bianca (Bremen), Allison Pytko (Stagg), Katie Yacko (Oak Lawn), Danielle Donahue (Lockport Central), and Katie Fitzer (Queen of Peace). Players are that are returning this year are Alicia Krupa (Oak Lawn), Shannon Ott (Oak Lawn), Carli Immordino (Richards) and Isabel Reyes (Eishenhower). On Friday in pool play, MVCC defeated Harper College (25-18, 25-18) and Illinois Valley (25-13, 25-10). During the game against Harper, Killeen led the team with 9 kills followed by Levitt with 8 kills and 2 blocks. Also adding to the offense were
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Coach Coughlin talks strategy with her team during this past weeks tournament at College of DuPage.
Hull and Immordino with 4 kills. Shannon Ott was also productive with 3 kills and 2 blocks and Yacko delivered 29 kill assists. In the game against Illi-
nois Valley, Levitt led our offense with 8 kills and 3 service aces with Killeen adding 5 kills. Stack was also on top of her game defensively with 12 digs
and added 2 service aces. On Saturday, MVCC picked up a win against Madison Area Tech. Some of the
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Men’s Cross Country team prepares for 2010 Women’s team wins one
and loses one by shutout
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Runner Dimitri Demizas is the first person to hold the title captain since the team’s inception.
By Frank Florez
Editor In Chief
The Cyclones are going to be put to their first test today, when they compete in the Early Bird Invitational at Elmhurst College for a shortened run to start off the season. The meet will be the first of the season for the team and will be at 5:45 p.m. at Eldridge Park at Elmhurst College. With the path the men’s team looks to be on this year, it’s going to be an exciting season for these runners.
Coming off of an “average” performance last season, the Men’s Cross Country team is hoping to make great strides toward improvement for this upcoming season. Already in their fifth week of practice, the men’s team is certainly putting forth the effort to take the team to the next level; Head Coach Mark Horstmeyer definitely thinks so. “The good thing I see is that we’ve got a lot of guys working hard,” said Horstmeyer. In the team’s 11th
season, they will field their largest roster ever. The team will be led by returning runner and team captain Dimitri Demizas. Demizas became the first Men’s Cross Country runner to hold the title of team captain since the team’s inception in 2000. Demizas is the only runner returning from last year who took part in the NJCAA Champtionships at Illinois Central College last November when he finished at 150 of 259. Horstmeyer made note
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The cyclones have shown that they can be a great offensive team.
By Courtney Kuchan
Staff Writer
M o r a i n e Va l l e y ’ s Women’s Soccer team has both a win and a loss going into their game against South Suburban College this weekend. The lady Cyclones picked up a 5-0 win against Triton College on August 28, but lost 0-1 to Prarie State on Wednesday.
“Prairie State did a turnaround from last year’s team with one heck of a keeper and outstanding forward,” Coach Jim Knawa told Public Relations. “We had our chances and opportunities, took some shots, but just couldn’t find it.” Starting strong last season, but ending with difficulties, the Moraine Valley Women’s
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hopes to hit ground running By Michael Stocks
Distribution Manager Moraine Valley’s Women’s Cross Country team is looking forward to a promising season, which starts today at Elmhurst College. The team only has two returning runners, but the new team members have a variety of experiences levels. “We are much deeper and more experienced than last year and consequently stronger,” coach Mark Horstmeyer said in a press release. Last season the team suffered from injuries but came close to winning conference, losing by only two points. This year captain Ashley Shares, who last season was awarded First Team All-Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and All-NJCAA Region IV Division I also, aids them. “Ashley has taken off little time. She has high expectations this year and is putting in the work she didn’t do as much as last year,” Horstmeyer said. Also returning is Alejandra Dongo, who was awarded Academic All-American awards and is described by Horstmeyer as “the most courageous runner I’ve ever had. She is competing with a torn crucial ligament.” This year is also the first in the
program’s history that Horstmeyer has elected captains. “I want those who show leadership off the field and what they do during workouts,” he said. The team began practicing on August 2 and has improved greatly, showing good chemistry since then. “This year I am blessed with a stronger and healthier women’s team,” Horstmeyer said. “I have a lot of experienced girls coming from high school.” Strong expectations are held for Alexandra Dovgin of Andrew High School in Orland Hills. “Alex comes from a good program at Andrew and had a really solid year in cross country and track,” said Horstmeyer. “I’m expecting great things from her by the time championship season rolls around in October.” At press time, some of the new recruits are nursing injuries, but still look for Cande Pizzano, Nagieh Omer and Ashley Diggins, among others, to contribute to a potential championship season. When asked about the improvements Horstmeyer wants to see, he noted he wants “the same they want, being better and faster….The women have worked out very well.” Michael Stocks can be contacted at mstocks19@yahoo.com
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Mariotti enters the hall of fame for hypocrites By Michael Stocks
Distribution Manager Any Chicago sports fan has an opinion about Jay Mariotti. The national columnist and ESPN broadcaster has been a vocal mudslinger, who has burned many bridges with his controversial accusations toward certain people. However, all of that changed on August 21, when many began accusing him of being a hypocrite. Mariotti was arrested on charges of domestic abuse against his girlfriend in California. What makes this ironic is that Mariotti has in the past gone on long-winded rants against athletes accused of domestic violence. He has called for the accused athletes to be released and boycotted. Since the incident, Mariotti has posted a $50,000 bail and has yet to make a public statement as of press time. He has been suspended by AOL and has not been seen on ESPN. So the man who used to condemn people for incidents of domestic abuse has gone into hiding when accused of the same thing. What irks many about the situation is that he has gone after people so harshly for
their actions, but has now turned and run, refusing to stand up for a cause he was once so adamant about. When Jason Kidd was accused of domestic violence in 2002, Mariotti wrote: “A domestic abuser is not a hero in any arena…this is the baggage he inherited, the scrutiny that will never fade. “ Some have found it sad that so many people have taken delight in the case. But these people aren’t happy that he allegedly beat his girlfriend. They’re happy that someone who spent years dragging people through the mud to get his name across has gone into hiding to avoid the public criticism of being a hypocritical woman hitter. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty, but two weeks of silence has done nothing to help his case. The most ironic part of the whole thing was just a week before the incident, Mariotti wrote an article for AOL Fanhouse criticizing MLB for being too soft on players for domestic violence cases. Mariotti is awaiting trial on September 17. Michael Stocks can be contacted a mstocks19@hotmail.com
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Soccer / From Sports Front Page Soccer team hopes stay equally as strong this season. They locked in victories against Truman College, Prairie State College and South Suburban College with sturdy scores of 9-0, 6-0, and 6-1 early in the season. The girl’s season ended unfortunately with a 2-1 loss at the Region IV Quarter Finals against College of Lake County due to a last minute goal by Lake County. The season closed with a record of 8-8-3. “Hopefully, this year, we can balance both our offensive and defensive ends of the game,” Coach Jim Knawa said. With mostly new girls on the roster, Coach Knawa is impressed by his team and sees great potential with them. “Our talent level is varied, from the experienced high school standout to a player with no experience,” Knawa said. “This year’s team has a great
work ethic. They seem to bonding very well.” The team’s game schedule on Moraine’s website. “For next year, I would encourage any student to contact me if they are interested in playing soccer. Being a member of an NJCAA Division I program has numerous advantages,” Knawa said. The first regional game is October 24. Overall, Knawa is working the girls hard for a hopeful repeat of the beginning victories and to avenge the corner kick that cost them last year’s Regional game. “Obviously, our main goal is to have a productive, winning season in competing for the conference and regional championship,” Knawa said.
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took the win and ended the game with the final score being 25-20, 25-22. The semi finals of the tournament did not seem to throw off the athletes. Rachel Levitt got tougher as the game progressed and went onto leading our team with 11 kills, no errors in 20 swings next to with her 2 block and 5 digs. We also served a strongly scoring on 5 service aces and forced poor passing on many other serves. Amel Saleh can be contacted at amel.saleh19@yahoo.com
Men’s CC / From Sports Front Page of Demizas’s efforts over the offseason, citing the fact that Demizas took little to no time off between last year’s Nationals and the start of this season. Horstmeyer applauds the effort of the team as a whole as well. “Dimitri has really put in the time,” said Horstmeyer “I’m really pleased with the way the kids have been responding to the workouts.” Also returning to the team are second-year runners Joe Gonzales, Jim Johnson, Chris Lendich and Rich Sparks. With such a large roster, and only five returning runners, a lot of new blood will be
joining the team. This year’s group of newcomers includes Jon Altman, Luke Bronson, Abel Garcia, Raul Gonzalez, Ben Greer, Travis Kmetz, Brian Kolz, Felipe Rivera, Wilson Tan and Kellen Williams. Horstmeyer makes it clear that chemistry and a common goal is what is going to keep these runners progressing forward. “I want the same things they want,” said Horstmeyer “To be better, faster.” Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@student.morainevalley.edu
Valley came in ninth place out of 15 teams, which is a respectable showing in the season’s first tournament,” said Coach Bob Freudenthal. Women dominate the court
Courtney Kuchan can be contacted at courtk10@yahoo.com.
Volleyball / From Sports Front Page highlights included 6 total kills from Hull, Levitt, Immordino, Killeen, Ott and Stack. Yacko also dished out 20 assists and Stack kept ground as Libero and managed to get 8 receptions and 7 digs. Rachel Levitt was hard working playing in the front and back row. It was an extremely competitive final match between Moraine Valley and Madison Area Tech. They responded well both offensively and defensively. Offensively with managed to gain 31 kills and 4 blocks and defensively with 55 digs and 28 perfect serve receptions. MVCC
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The Moraine Valley Men’s Soccer team dominated McHenry County College with a 6-2 win at their home opener August 31. Mario Waksmundzki (Reavis) had a standout game with four goals while Erik Gomez (Eisenhower) scored the other two.
In their first tournament of the year, the Moraine Valley women’s volleyball team showed off their skills at the College of DuPage tournament. The Lady Cyclones won all six of their games in dominant fashion by winning each match in two sets. The final scores were: W vs Harper College: 25-18, 25-18. W vs. Illinois Valley: 25-13, 25-10. W vs. St. Louis CC: 25-15, 25-16. W vs. Lake Michigan College: 25-13, 25-20. W vs. Highland CC: 25-20, 25-19. W vs. Madison Area Tech: 25-20, 25-22 Women’s team shutout The first loss of the season came
Lady Cyclones lose home opener Last year Moraine Valley’s Women’s Tennis team ended with a 3-7 season record and 1-4 conference record. Despite the end results, they were not indicative of how close some sets played out. The team is looking to improve a lot this year, but they are going to face some struggles. The Lady Cyclones lost their first match 3-6 on August 31. Moraine Valley lost the home match-up against Illinois Valley CC. Golfers finish in ninth The Cyclones hit the golf course to test their stuff August 27 at Highland Community College, finishing the day in ninth place. Matt Lovelace (Lyons Township) led the team hitting 79 and 77, followed by Bobby Isacson (Andrew) with 78 and 80, Bob Love (Bogan) shooting 78 and 82, and Brendan Ryan (Shepard) chipping in with 78 and 86. “Moraine
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too soon for the Cyclones, who fell 1-0 to Prairie State on Sept. 1. Unlike last year where Moraine Valley shut out the Pioneers, the Cyclones couldn’t combat a tough goalkeeper and enhanced team. “It was a slow start, and we just couldn’t get it going. We picked it up in the second half, but it was a little too late,” said coach Jim Knawa. The teams next game is an away match against Prairie State College on September 3.
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Welcome Days jumps on it By Anthony Rojas
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American poet and novelist Charles Bukowski had a bluebird in his heart that he wouldn’t let out. He kept it frozen inside. He would never have survived in a college setting. College is where you go to get a big degree, big job, big house, and all that big jazz; but it’s also a place for the wonderful creation of memories and friendships. Lame? Arbitrary? The answer is ‘neither’ because those are both nonsense. There’s never been anything shameful about expanding your social livlihood and keeping up with what your school has to offer you. Thus came the Moraine Valley’s annual event, Welcome Days. Welcome Days is an introduction to the clubs and organizations crafted by Moraine. This year it took place from August 24 to 26. Its purpose is to lead first semester students, and even returning students, to the clubs sprouting up all
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Students sit and watch the wild jumping of fellow students during the Student Life initiative, Welcome Days.
over campus. It also aims to give students an idea of the tools they can utilize to ease their journey through their schooling. One example is the PACE bus initiative, the ‘Campus
Connection Pass,’ which is a card students can buy at the S building, or online at Pace Bus Online, which allots buyers unlimited rides on PACE buses. There are three buses that come to Moraine
from around the Chicago area; they are the 379, 381, and 385 (for more information on transportation, go to morainevalley.edu/gen_info/ transportation). Two other employers joined
PACE: UPS and the Cook County Clerk’s office, which is looking for election judges to operate polling houses during the upcoming elecWelcome / Page 2
The Mad Scientists of Rock are your neighbors!
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Local chicago band Tub Ring puts on a spectacular show in front of a packed house.
By Laura Joy Graphics Editor The best rock band in Chicago right now is Tub Ring. Of course, narrowing the genre to rock is kind of an
insult. Their music spans so many genres it’s both mind boggling and amazing. Tub Ring has evolved a lot over the past 18 years, losing some band members, gaining others, and strug-
gling with life in general. But that never stopped them from striving to be better and performing the most energized show you will ever see. Tub Ring’s songs cover things like love, science, life
and robots. Who doesn’t like a great song about robots? Their music is chaotic in the best possible way. Some songs may sound as though all the instruments are convulsing, but the chaos always
serves a purpose, especially when performed live. They are as intense in concert as they sound on their albums. Rob Kleiner proves this quite eloquently as he exuberantly manhandles his keyboard at every show. Speaking of Kleiner, he was recently on WGN’s segment, Chicago’s Very Own. He discussed his musical career and how he was able to write the song “What Part of Forever” for the soundtrack of “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse,” which many say is possibly the only great thing to come out of the series. The song itself is quintessential Rob, and fits his voice perfectly. This isn’t the only break Tub Ring has had. They were in second place in MTV2’s Dew Circuit Breakout in 2005, where they competed against Hellogoodbye. If you ever decide to review the footage, Tub Ring was obviously the favorite. They won the most challenges and were a hell of a lot more talented than the other band. If you’re a fan of Hellogood-
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Compiled by Student Life 24 Karats: For information, contact Adrienne Stewart at (708) 974-5678. ABLE: Opposite of Disabled: For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. Action, Social and Political Empowerment Club: For information, contact Dr. Shaheen Sayeed at (708) 974-5618. ALAS (Alliance of Latin American Students): For infomation, contact Ronny Anderson at (708) 6085487. Art Club: For information, contact Tyler Hewitt at (708) 974-5219. Christian Fellowship: For more information contact Michael Shannon. Meets at 4pm, Mondays in D-126. College Bowl: Practice Tue/Thur, 3:00, A153. (708) 608-4177. Combat to College: For infomation, contact Debbie Wills at (708) 974-5759. Creative Writing Club: For information, contact Mary Berwer at brewerm@student.morainevalley. edu. Club Meets 2 to 4PM most Mondays in D122. Culinary Arts & Hospitality Club: For information,
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Students gather outside the U building to participate in Welcome Days and enjoy the outside of our campus.
tion. To find out more, contact Mark Mesle at mark.mesle@cookcountyil. gov. But Welcome Days is about more than just job oppurtunities. Its entire purpose is to get students involved, socializing and having fun. This is why a landscape of activities was set up outside the U building, fitted with a basketball shooting game, bean bags, frisbees galore, loud music and even a bungee jump. Student employees served as DJs while promoting the adjacent booths of employers and club leaders. Students had the oppurtunity to stop by these booths and enroll in
campus clubs such as the Ski Club or Ultimate Frisbee. You may have spotted Mike Wade, moderator of the Ski Club, walking around with a fivefoot sandwich board with a picture of someone pulling off a huge jump from the side of a mountain. The students themselves were clearly just there to have fun, but that doesn’t mean that the ploy didn’t work and no one joined a club. One student, John Calloway said the event was, “good stuff” and that he had joined up with the Art program. Another student, Beaussan Jerome, gave the event a 9 out of 10 and said he was planning on joining the
Computer Graphics club. The fun of it all even seemed to make more students feel at home. “You get to meet new people and reduce some of the stress,” first-year student Zack Schleyer said Welcome Days is one of those school events that come up and remind you that, yeah, sure, you’re in college and you have a bunch of classes with no parking and you don’t know anybody here, but it’s alright because all you have to do is get involved. Anthony Rojas can be contacted at Anthonyrojas15@yahoo.com
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contact Michale O’Shea at (708) 974-5597. Dile’ (Dance Inspired by Latino Experience): For more information contact Ryan Budds. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 3pm, Location TBA. Earth Club: For information, contact Janet Kotash at (708) 974-5246. Film Authority: For more information contact Dan Pal. Meets Wednesdays at 6:30pm, in M-202. Filmmakers Club: For information, contact Dan Pal at (630) 942-2800. Finance Club: For information, contact Larry Odelson at (708) 974-5264. Forensics team: For information, contact John Nash at (708) 974-5550 or Michael Shannon at (708) 6084047 Gay, Lesbian Or Whoever (GLOW): For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. Glacier: For information, contact Ted Powers at (708) 608-4177. Mon. at 3:00 p.m. U207 International Women’s Club: For information, contact Dr. Shaheen Sayeed at (708) 974-5618. Martial Arts: For more information contact Courtney Reese at L-287. Meets Thursdays at 3:15pm in U-111.
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Are you not the type for your normal club? Maybe you are not into writing, anime or any club that involves being indoors. Maybe you love being outside and taking adventures. Then what better choice than the ski club? Ski club is also a great way to get involved with your college. The Ski Club meets in B200 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 1:30pm. The club is also going on two trips to Park City, Utah and Steamboat Springs, Colorado. At Utah, the Ski Team will be staying at downtown Park City. It’s close to the slopes and the exciting old town. Not only is the Ski Club going on two trips, but they also compete in competitions. “Every ski trip we like to race in the Photo courtesy of Public Relations NASTAR course. This is like a mini ‘downhill’ like you see in the Olym- The ski club poses for a picture after shredding down a mountain. pics,” said Michael Wade, Ski Club give indoor ski and board lessons on college student can say no to advenAdministrator. Perhaps you’re interested in join- a special ‘Mogul Slope’. They also ture, new friends, free to join and, of ing, but there’s still one problem: you sponsor day bus trips up to Wilmot course, free pizza? don’t have any experience in skiing. that many previous members have If you need anymore information Not to worry, because Wade tells us requested. Leave the driving to the contact Michael Wade at wade@ morainevalley.edu or you can also call “you can join the club while taking bus driver!” lessons at Wilmot [a year-round ski- This club is absolutely free to join. his office at (708) 974-5594. ing facility near Fox River]. We also All you have to do is sign up and work closely with Snowcrest Ski/ you’re part of the club. Not to mention Katie Baxter can be reached at baxBoard Center in Crestwood. They the offer of a pizza meeting. What terk@student.morainevalley.edu.
Richard Lapidus at (708) 974-5629.
(708) 608-4177. Wed 4:00 U207 MVCC Animation Club: For information, contact MVCC Christian Fellowship: For information, contact Samuel Chen at (708) 974-5636. MVCC Meeting Planning Club: For information, contact Mary Beth Walsh at (708) 974-5569 MVCC Music Club: For information, contact Tammi Carlson at (708) 974-5636. Music Club: For information, contact Tammi Carlson at (708) 974-5636. Muslim Student Association: For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. Network Security Club: For information, contact John Sands at (708) 974-5426. Phi Theta Kappa: For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. Psychology Club: For information, contact Mitchell Baker at (708) 608-4058. Service Club: For information, contact Cara Williams at (708) 974-5489 Ski Club: For information, contact Michael Wade at (708) 974-5594. Student Ambassador Program: For information, contact Alicea Toso for (708) 974-5356. Student Government Association: For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. Women Empowerment: For information, contact Dawn Fry at (708) 974-5717. Xclusive: For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708)-974-5567
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Counselors: an untapped resource Amel Saleh
Entertainment Editor If you’re a student who needs help coming to a decision on what to major in, there’s a department for that. If you’re a student who needs to talk to someone about your current financial standing, there’s a department for that. If you need help with a certain situation and don’t know who to talk to, (yep, you guessed it) there’s a department for that and it’s all in the same section: the counseling department. Here’s everything you need to know about services that these dedicated and hard working individuals provide for us. First thing’s first, they are located in an office on the upper level of the S building that’s called “Career Counseling,” for the most obvious reason given; they help students who are undecided with choosing a career to land on or stick with. This year they welcomed a new member to the staff, Teresa Hannon. They have a total of twelve counselors who are available. They can also assist students who are dealing with a devastating situation and are on call for whatever crisis a student might have between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. “Each student needs to be heard. I value the interaction and relationship with the students and moving them toward their chosen goals,” says Gloria Starkey.
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From left to right: Gloria Starkey, Teresa Hannon, and Souzan Naser are just three of the twelve counselors here to help you.
The easiest way to reach a counselor is through an appointment, but they’re also there for you via email or phone. If they feel as though a student may need further assistance, many of the counselors are licensed and some even have their PhD and can refer the student to another source of help. It is encouraged for you to utilize everything this school provides for
you. Don’t be afraid to walk in and make an appointment and express yourself if you are facing a difficulty of any sort or if you truly are indecisive about what career you’d like to pursue in the future. Counselor Souzan Naser explains what she enjoys most about being a helpful counselor. “I like being able to assist students on many different levels which in-
cludes helping them achieve their goals, whether it be academically, socially, or personally,” Naser said. “These counselors love what they do and they wish to help you by finding the same goal.” The Career Counseling Center can be reached at (708) 974-5722. Amel Saleh can be contacted at amel.saleh19@yahoo.com
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Tom Lundquist presents at the FPAC By Laura Joy Graphics Editor
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Artist, Tom Lundquist sits amongst his paintings called “Poissons de Chant.”
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Tom Lundquist, the artist behind “Poissons de Chant,” visited campus on Thursday, August 26 to speak about his prints which are currently on display in the Moraine Valley’s Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the F Buildinh. Lundquist is a delightful man who is very passionate about what he does and is always willing to answer any questions one may have about his art. “Tom Lundquist is like the Willy Wonka of the art world,” said Dan Jarvis, gallery assistant and Moraine Valley alumnus. “His impeccable creative genius is apparent in all of his work, plus his lack of pretense is refreshing and rare to see in an artist.” Lundquist is also incredibly generous, as he donated every piece in the gallery to Moraine Valley Community College. Imagine if Salvador Dali had today’s technology at his fingertips; that’s more or less Tom Lundquist’s style. “Poissons de Chant” started when he was working on rendering buildings in a surreal setting. He decided to create fish sculptures to place on the facade on one of his buildings to make it more interesting. He noticed that it worked, so he
held on to this idea and ran with it. As for the creation of the singing troupe, he was inspired by a summer music festival in Montréal, “Les FrancoFolies de Montréal,” which is five times the size of Lollapalooza and only consists of French-language performers. The series is a sort of pictorial mockumentary, portraying the singing fish as a famous troupe that are known worldwide, who have performed at this festival, and whose agents are always underfoot (or perhaps, fin). He creates everything himself using several different rendering programs and works heavily in different layers. Mr. Lundquist also mentioned that seven out of eight times an idea may sound great, but it doesn’t work in the long run. “I’m a slave to making good pictures,” he says. “If I don’t make new models, it takes two weeks [to finish one piece].” He considers his method of working a “digital hokery pokery”; somehow everything seems to magically falls into place. If you’re interested in seeing more of Tom Lundquist’s work, visit his website at http://mysite.verizon.net/ resomh74/index.htm Laura Joy can be contacted at ljoy827@gmail.com
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By Katie Baxter Staff Writer You’re taking the art class; the writing classes and you still want more out of your passion. How does the publishing of your writings and drawings sound? If this sounds like you, join the one and only Mastodon. The Mastodon is looking for submissions of your poetry, prose, art, photography and anything else you’d love to submit. While in the Mastodon, you’ll meet new people who, like you, have a passion and talent for poetry and art. Need more experience to add to an application for an internship? This would be an amazing starting point. “Even if it’s just for college, you have to start somewhere.” Says Editor in Chief, Olivia Wolniak. The first meeting will be held on September 15th, 2010 at 3:00pm in room U209. It is strongly encouraged that you bring in any poetry, drawings or any type of artwork you are willing to share. The Mastodon will be participat-
ing in the Skyway Writers Fest on Friday, December 3rd at Morton College. “The skyway writers fest is a great way for creative writers to network with other creative writers at the community college in the area. They also get to meet the writers who judge them. This is something they can’t obtain in the classroom.” Says Ted Powers, student publication advisor. There is also a contest you can get into just by submitting your artwork to be on the back cover of the Mastodon! Winner receives a $25.00 gift card for the Moraine Valley Book Store and which can be spent on anything you want such as new art supplies, sketchbooks and notebooks for all your drawings and writings. For more information on this amazing opportunity you can contact Editor in Chief, Olivia Wolniak at owolniak@yahoo.com or Student Publication Advisor, Ted Powers at pwerst@morainevalley.edu Katie Baxter can be reached at baxterk@student.morainevalley.edu.
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Paying for play after paying?
Graphic by Mike Giba
By Michael Stocks
Distribution Manager In June, EA Sports, the makers of multiple sports franchise games, began making customers pay for a code to enact online play for a game they had already paid $60 for. Starting with “Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2011” gamers will have two options to obtain their online fix. They can either buy the game new, which will cost anywhere from $55.95 to
$59.99, or pay $10 for an activation fee if they purchase the game used. This has annoyed and angered a lot of video game fans who are already paying a hefty sum for the game itself, along with using $300-$400 gaming systems and then having to pay another $10 for the code if they want to try save money by buying the game used. Many people in the industry say it’s not that big of a deal. Gamers, on the other hand, feel they are being nickel and dimed.
Part of the reason for this change is that game sales are dwindling. According to a report by the NPD Group, video game sales went down 15 percent in June. They cite the rise of online gaming as a reason. Online play results in a longer time period the game will be played by the consumers. So why buy another game? Analyst Michael Pachter was recently quoted by IndustryGamers. com, saying: “...we think that the overall decline was due to a very large number of people playing multiplayer online games for free on the Playstation Network, and for an annual fee with unlimited game play on Xbox Live………….[this] has sucked the available time away from what would otherwise be spent playing newly purchased games.” With another big game on the way, “Call of Duty: Black Ops,” many are speculating as to whether or not Activision will charge for online play, as that game, along with “Madden,” are the two biggest annual online multiplayer games. Change is looming in the video game industry, and there are lines being drawn. Some think it’s unfair to have to pay for online play after already spending a good chunk of money on a game. But at the end of the day most gamers will begrudgingly pay the ten dollars to kill a Soviet. Michael Stocks can be contacted at mstocks19@hotmail.com
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The Immortal life of Henrietta Lacks:
Get to know her By Cassandra McEllen Staff Writer
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks has been chosen as the book to represent Moraine Valley this semester. Posters have been hung and events scheduled beginning late September, but none of these so far has done this story justice. The author, Rebecca Skloot, has spent years, beginning in early high school, infatuated with HeLa: the name of the cells that revolutionized the scientific field and replaced the life of Henrietta Lacks. Henrietta’s story is developed throughout the book and explores how she grew up. Skloot demonstrates what kind of woman Henrietta was through family stories and gives compassion to her painful death from a world that was indifferent. The story of the HeLa cells is shown from discovery to production. Such detail is given about how the cells were taken from Lacks, while she was dying of cancer and without her permission, and why these cells are so important to the world. To read the complete article please visit mvccglacier.com Cassandra McEllen can be contacted at mcellenc@student.morainevalley.edu
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Eat, Pray, Love, blah, blah, blah By Ayat Huseen
Staff Writer
Through Hollywood, the idealistic woman prevails romance as a completion of all matters. This can be seen in all romantic comedies. Now not much different is “Eat, Pray, Love,” a revision of Elizabeth Gilberts’ best selling memoir about one woman’s soul cleansing experience. Directed by Ryan Murphy, the film conveys a woman’s emotional struggle to escape from her job, husband, and life as she knows it. In doing so, she leaves her oddball husband, played by Billy Crudup, and leaves to find herself. She eats, loves, and prays and travels to Italy, India, and Bali hoping to find just that. In the film, we assume that Gilbert wants to “clear the space” in her mind by avoiding intimacy, but nevertheless she is sucked into the tactic mess of romantic comedy. Hollywood yet again shapes and forms woman’s ideal image as a love struck mess. There was not the strong connection that the
book weighed. Eloquently played by movie star Julia Roberts, the film does not link the spiritual aspect but rather jumps all over scenes into magical solutions. In “Eat, Pray, Love,” Roberts blends into society’s identity by only proving a woman’s appetite for love, love, and love. Julia Roberts’ Liz Gilbert can be sharp and clever, but instead very typical, and assumes we need huge luxury to reach soul contentment. Gilbert revitalizes her self-absorbed life, by encountering good luck at every corner and drifting off into an idealistic sunset ending. The scenery plays out beautiful locations, but fails to emphasize the grave threat, although it does emphasize superficiality and the authentic feel readers gained from the novel. The film expresses some sort of remorse over Julia’s empty bank account after traveling to find independence and love. Ayat Huseen can be contacted at ayathuseen@hotmail.com
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Enrique’s Euphoria? I Like It! By Frank Florez Editor In Chief Enrique Iglesias’s first bilingual album, Euphoria, is the ninth studio release by the Spanish pop star. Although he’s has his share of releases, Iglesias has never featured both English and Spanish tracks on the same album; Euphoria features eight English songs and six Spanish songs. With the album already set to release its fifth single, the first four have generally been hit-or-miss. “Cuando Me Enamoro” is a Spanish track and Euphoria’s first single. The song is paced with elements of bachata; “Cuando Me Enamoro” eventually reached number 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Latin Songs list. The album’s second single, “I Like It,” has had its share of radio play over the past few weeks. While a catch, the song could probably benefit from less airtime. “Heatbeat,” Iglesias’s third single, is an English love song with former Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger sharing a duet with Iglesias. “Heartbeat” is very simple and slow, but does not merit enough to be one of the album’s singles. “No Me Digas Que No” is Euphoria’s
fourth single and second Spanish single. Featuring Winsin y Yandel, the track can be catchy at times but overall the song is just ordinary. The album features a couple more big names on the album such as Usher and Akon. The song “Dirty Dancer” features Usher and is set to be the albums next single, is a club mix in the same vein as “I Like It,” however it’s unique enough to not seem repetitive. A couple of the Spanish tracks on Euphoria, “Ayer” and “Dile Que,” fit into the style of a typical Enrique Iglesias love song, which brings some nice familiarity to the album. Two songs that stood out were the Spanish track “Tu Y Yo” and the English track “One Day At A Time.” “Tu Y Yo” is one of the album’s few upbeat Spanish songs and is a very refreshing track in the middle of a set of slow songs. “One Day At A Time” features Akon and also has a very upbeat rhythm and an “island” feel that makes you feel like you’re on your own escape on the beach. The album has some lulls, but overall Euphoria is worth the price. If you only like the Spanish songs and despise his English works (or vice-
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Eupohria has quality songs in both languages which should make this album a hit.
versa) then the notable tracks are definitely worth the single download.
Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@student.morainevalley.edu
Vampires Suck? Yes, worse than Twilight By Alexandra Dean
Staff Writer
Going into “Vampires Suck,” I was warned that the movie would do worse to me than the blood-craving monsters. I tried to go into the film hopeful, desiring to be entertained. I suppose I was— by the salt on my popcorn, or the strange niches dug into the cup holder. I didn’t think it was an unreasonable request to be amused by a parody. Half the jokes were from strange, obscure Internet memes that won’t hit home to most viewers. Though many humorous bits played on actual character flaws and story plot, a few were out-of-place, nonsensical jabs at the political world, which I question the need for considering that the narrative centers around the town of “Sporks,” Washington, where everything is vampire-themed and there’s bloodsuckers around every corner. Many of the characters are also renamed. In this movie, Bella is “Becca.” I enjoyed the truth that the movie points out about Bella, Kristen Stewart’s character in “Twilight”— she has no real personality and is devoid of all human interests outside teenage physical angst— but I still feel that there was nothing creatively done about this movie and no new insight was offered.
Anyone looking for a legitimate source of entertainment does not want this mind rot. The cinematography was bland, and though the acting wasn’t horrendous, I found that most of the jokes left me scratching my head in confusion. I’d love to know why the heroine dons a Barack Obama mask in the middle of an intimate scene. I’m afraid to explore what roleplaying has to do with politics, especially considering the moment occurs between a vampire pretty boy who needs to loosen up his pants and a girl who gets brutally punched in the face every ten minutes or so. Also, what Jersey Shore or The Kardashians have to do with “Twilight,” I’ll never understand. This couldn’t have been a pitiful attempt to throw as many teenage pop culture references into one film as possible in a pathetic ploy to possibly make a lot of cash, could it? Regardless, for what a parody should be, this comes nowhere near standard. Even as a parody, the jokes were predictable and unfunny. I got a few laughs, but I won’t be seeing it again. I do not recommend paying money for this. Alexandra Dean can be contacted at teelakatana@gmail.com
Tub Ring / From Sports Front Page Photo courtesy of google.com
Vampires Suck is just a blatant attempt to cash in on the latest craze over vampires.
-bye. If you ever decide to review the footage, Tub Ring was obviously the favorite. They won the most challenges and were a hell of a lot
more talented than the other bands. Laura Joy can be contacted at LJoy827@gmail.com
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Sophomore success for Katy By Amel Saleh
Entertainment Editor
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She’ll get your heart racing with the many racy yet lively comcial lyrics.
Mutiple grammy winner Katy Perry has superbly fulfilled every fan’s candy-coated teenage dream and earned herself four stars for doing so! Just two years ago, Perry was the new bad girl on the pop block, done up like a 40s burlesque pin-up, singing smart, funny anthems about youthful misbehavior. She grabbed the number one spot until Lady Gaga came along with her unique style and boundary-breaking performances that made faux-lesbian, party-like tunes not so risqué. This year, it’s a different outlook, perhaps following the boundarybreaking steps of Gaga. Think streaking, skinny-dipping, and “ménage à trois-ing” type tracks. Parents may not be so fond of this idea being sold to their teens from such a popular artist. Perry’s comical lyrics were the kind of stuff that allowed her to remain in the pop culture club. She returned with the fun song “California Gurls” and now “Teenage Dream” is on every mainstream radio station you turn to. The standout track this album is
“Peacock.” It’s good dirty fun that chants, “I wanna see your peacock.” You can think of this song as the x-rated version of “Hollaback Girl” This album is for anyone who enjoys witty humor and songs of lost love. Perry portrays the fine naughty form on a range of mainly upbeat, slick and catchy pop confections with her lyrics, complete with the expected saucy references. Most critics say her album is lightweight, but Katy Perry is climbing a golden ladder to fame alongside Russell Brand, and her comedic calls for sexual remarks are just the first of many. I wouldn’t be surprised to see a reality show soon from this charismatic and young “California Gurl.” I gave this album four stars, knocking off one for the lack of energy that was needed towards the end. The excitement was there when I popped in the CD but faded as I got closer to the end. Some songs were a hit and others a miss. This album is definitely worth the buy, though. I should add that the artwork containing the lyrics is cotton candy scented for your delicious delight! Amel Saleh can be contacted at amel.saleh19@yahoo.com
The Last Exorcism possesses four stars
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Cassandra McEllen
Staff Writer
You know Halloween is coming soon when the bevy of horror films begins to crop up. One of the first in a long line is “The Last Exorcism.” Reverend Cotton Marcus is a Minister in Louisiana who has been preened to be a minister by his father since the age of 12, when he performed is first exorcism. Marcus has lost his faith and his idea of being a reverend is a big joke to him. He invites a film crew to document his last exorcism and expose such events as fraudulent. But when the reverend arrives, things go a bit differently then the fake exorcisms he has performed before. The film is done in a faux documentary style that has been exhibited in several horror films of late, such as “Quarantine.” It is supposed to generally add a sense of reality to the film, but often fails when not executed properly.
Surprisingly, director Daniel Stamm does rather well for the most part, and the style adds a relatable quality during the first half where “Behind the Music” style interviews are done with members of the family before they start out, and other on the spot interviews are added along the road trip. Also the first section of the film is rather humorous which makes “The Last Exorcism” stand out against all the drama or sex-filled plots that are generally associated with horror films. The scares are generic and riddled with the common elements associated with exorcist type movies of the past. However, they still have the suspense needed to pull off a scary movie. While the beginning and most of the middle had were building up to what would have been a good horror movie, the end killed it. Even though it was vaguely foreshadowed, it was just too off the wall. Granted, it is close to impossible to make an amazing ending to a horror movie, and credit must be given
Crossword Answer Key for the writers slightly diverging from the “everyone dies” or “heroine lives” scenario. But the 5 to 10 minutes at the end killed what would have been a good film. Basically, it is a good film to see before Halloween to get in the mood,
or if you’re looking for a little scare. Just don’t go in thinking you’re going to see anything Oscar worthy. Cassandra McEllen can be contacted at mcellenc@student.morainevalley. edu
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Benefit !
Classified ads are accepted at the Glacier office (U207) at the rate of 10 cents per word for students and Moraine employees, 20 cents per word for everybody else. Ads are subject to editing and must be in by noon seven days prior to issue release. The Fall 2010 issues will be on the stands September 24, October 8 and 22, November 5 and 19 and December 10.
For Sale Tired of Getting Ripped Off? I am in the automobile program at Moraine and will do tune-ups, oil changes, starters, alternators, brakes and all minor auto repairs. I will make you an offer that you cannot resist. Call Andrew. (708) 289-5046.
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For Sale! R a i n f o re s t t h e m e d s w i n g , jumparoo, bouncer, playpen, mobile and high chair for sale. In good condition, has been in storage. $200 OBO. About 3 years old, only used by one child. Willing to sell separately. Call Priscilla (708) 469-8829.
Avon! Property For Sale! Buy online with free shipping or Two adjacent lots for sale in start selling. (708) 388-5533 Worth, near 111th and Harlem. www.youravon.com/lsolis Three bedroom home. Take advantage of the tax credits! Tired of Getting Ripped Off? Buy now! Build Later! Asking I am in the automobile program $300,000. Call (708) 267-3421. at Moraine and will do tuneups, oil changes, starters, For Sale! alternators, brakes and all minor Pull out couch/loveseat $250, 2 auto repairs. end/1 coffee table, newer $150, 3 I will make you an offer that you newer lamps $75 cannot resist. Call (708) 837-0837. Call Andrew. (708) 289-5046. For Sale! Home for sale near schools on 2448 Orchard, Blue Island. 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath with finished basement. Has new roof, windows, hot water heater and carpeting. Call (708) 396-1512.
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Apartment for Rent! 2 bedrooms with central air, laundry. Located near 111th and Oak Park, Just steps to 385 bus stop to college or downtown, stores and restaurants. Very quiet and private bldg.$700 a month. Please call at (708) 305-0262. Apartment For Rent! 5 minutes from Moraine. 1 Bedroom for $725 a month. 2 Bedrooms for $825 a month. Laundry on site, storage units, secured entry building, newer appliances, newer carpet, freshly painted with assigned off street parking. Great location! Very clean! Sorry, no pets. Call today. (708) 285-3070.
Show Up For Cheyanne! On January 1, 2010 Andrew and Kathy Powers were blessed with their first child, Cheyanne. Unfortunately, after 27 challenging days in the neonatal intensive care unit, these loving parents lost their baby girl. The “Show up for Cheyanne” benefit is at Bourbon Street, 3359 W. 115th St. Merrionette Park, Il from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Sunday, September 26, 2010. Food, beer, wine and pop will be provided, silent auctions and prizes raffeled off. Tickets are $ 25.00 or $ 30.00 at the door.Call Ted Powers (708) 860-6141 or e-mail me: powerscloser@msn.com
Sell Your Stuff! To place an ad in Moraine’s Classified section, call the Glacier at (708) 608-4177.
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Find work through the College Central Network By Frank Florez
who are looking for something a little more stable to help pay the bills there are also many full-time job listings. Anybody interested in a specific field and wants to get some
Commuting can be a problem for some people and that’s why many students take advantage of the Pace Bus route to Moraine as well as the Cy-Rides program; however, there
student job at Moraine Valley. Once a student is done registering with the network, it’s important Looking to find a part-time job, for them to get a resume uploaded full-time job or an internship? The on to their profile. For students who first thing students should have never had to make familiarize themselves a resume, they can visit with is the College Central the Job Resource Center Network. (JRC) in Building S, Room The College Central net202 to find out information work is a new resource to about one of the JRC’s Moraine Valley and can be many workshops, one of used to find many different which is How to Build a employment opportunities Resume. for students looking to join One of the great things the work force. about the College Cen According to their site, tral Network is that once the College Central netan applicant has updated work is “an internet-based and uploaded their resume job listing service powered the process for applying to by 12 local community jobs becomes very simple. colleges.” The website’s When someone wants to slogan “Your job search apply for a job, they simple starts here” really is true. click on the apply button Photo courtesy of collegecentral.com If you haven’t got a clue and their resume will be what to do or how to apsent to the corporation for ply for a job then the first The College Central Network can be used by students to find jobs both on and off-campus. you in one easy step. thing you should do is visit www.col- experience working in that field can aren’t always that many resources Moraine Valley’s JRC is always legecentral.com/morainevalley. search through the various intern- when commuting to a job. Fortu- looking for ways to help students One of the services the website ships available. In order to use these nately for students, the College Cen- who are seeking emplyment. For provides to job-seeking students is services, be sure to visit the website tral Network also provides listings for more information, visit the JRC’s ofthe ability to review various job list- and register. on-campus jobs. Looking for a job in fice or take a look at the Job Seeker ings in a number of fields. For any- “Don’t delay,” says Job Resource the bookstore or trying to find a po- Registration guide at www.moraineone who is going to college full-time Center Director Pamela Payne. “You sition as a clerical employee of Mo- valley.edu/jrc. and is just looking to pay the bills, can do this from anywhere so don’t raine? The College Central Network there are plenty of part-time job delay as far as registering and get- can also provide you with the neces- Frank Florez can be contacted at listings. For the part-time students ting an application together.” sities needed to get themselves a florezf@student.morainevalley.edu
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