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The Student Newspaper of Moraine Valley Community College www.mvccglacier.com January 21, 2010 Volume 44, Issue 1

New technology dean appointed at Moraine By Wendy Grupka Staff Writer

The future looks bright for the department of Science, Business, and Computer Technology since appointing new dean Dr. Pamela Haney. According to a Moraine Valley press release Dr. Haney earned her Doctorate of Philosophy degree in Interpersonal Communication from Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, and a Master of Arts degree in Speech and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication from Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia. When asked about why she pursued a career in college administration she stated, “I started as an assistant professor. When I was working at Defiance College (Defiance, Ohio) I was asked to serve as department chair. After serving in this role for several years, I decided to transition to college administration. I wanted experience in both areas. I obtained a position at Moraine as an Assistant Dean. It was a great experience. I knew it was something I would want to do for a lifetime.” That is exactly what Dr. Haney has been doing. She has held a plethora of roles on campus starting out as Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, then Dean of Academic Services, and most recently Dean of Liberal Arts. Haney worked briefly as the University Ombudsman at the University

of Nevada, Reno, until her return to Moraine Valley to fill the role of Assistant Dean of Academic Initiatives and Accountability.“This blend of responsibilities allowed me to work closely with faculty, adjunct faculty, students, staff, and administrators at all levels of the community college. I had the opportunity of working with adjunct faculty members and promoting adjunct professional development.” Haney said about her work experience. It is in her new position as Dean of Science, Business, and Computer Technology that her expertise will really shine. Dr. Haney says, “This new position will provide me with more opportunities to get involved directly with programs and initiatives that promote student success.” The students and faculty of Moraine Valley are lucky to have such a devoted member of the administration. Dr. Pamela Haney truly is one of the people that make Moraine Valley the great place that it is and it shows in her love for the college. Said during an interview with the Glacier, “Moraine has a wonderful work culture and interacting with the people is always a pleasure. I enjoy the coordination between colleagues and teamwork that takes place throughout the campus. ” Connor Reynolds can be contacted at reynoldsc@mvccglacier.com

Pamela Haney is the new Dean of Business Tech. and Comp. Science. [Zandro Zafra]

Gennaro Paolella introduced as new Student Trustee By Connor Reynolds News Editor

Gennaro Paolella will be taking over as the student trustee for spring ‘11 [Zandro Zafra]

IN THIS ISSUE

Views Taste of Chicago group explores raising fees Page 9

Sports Men’s struggles continue into the new year. Page 12

During the holiday break our Student Trustee Julius Allen turned in his resignation after one semester of service. Filling his shoes is Gennaro Paolella, who was sworn in on January 18. Allen was an ever-present figure in the U building this last semester, as well as a contributor to the Glacier every issue. Now that his title is official, Paolella looks to bring just as much dedication to the job. Allen has been helping with the transition of power, which Paoella credits as being very helpful as he tries to get a feel for the job and his responsibilities. These responsibilities include spending a minimum of 15 hours on campus, but most importantly, acting as the student rep on Moraine’s Board of Trustees. Features Julie Falco shares her story of struggle; medicinal marijuana F&E page 2

As the representative for the student body, he provides a voice for the students in the board’s affairs. The more accurate information that the Student Trustee can provide, ultimately helps the board more accurately make the decisions that affects students on a daily basis. Paolella’s listening skills will be an essential tool in effectively representing us. Says Paolella, “There are important people at this school.” He plans on running town hall meetings, and maintaining an open door policy in order to listen to as many ideas, concerns, and beliefs as possible. Paolella’s office will be in U227 where he will be available on Monday and Wednesdays from 1-4, and Tuesday from 5-6. Also be sure to read his Trustee Corner on page 2. Connor Reynolds can be contacted at reynoldsc@mvccglacier.com.

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News — January 21, 2011 About the Glacier: The Glacier is published biweekly during the fall and spring semesters by the students of Moraine Valley Community College.

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Tuesday

Off-campus credit classes begin

Editor-in-chief Frank Florez

News Editor Connor Reynolds

Copy Editor Liz Richardson

Features Editor Anthony Rojas

Graphics Editor Laura Joy

Entertainment Editor Amel Saleh

Online Editor Stacey Reichard

Distribution Manager Michael Stocks

Online Copy Editor Ryan Kiefer

Editorial Assistant Tony Gustin

Wednesday

Staff Ayat Hussein Dimka Atanassova Matt Mireles Wendy Grupka Tim Lavery Brandan Zevala Joe Saleh Advisor’s Intern Angela Rzeszutko Special Contributors Bill Droel Julius Allen

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Waubonsee Community College at Moraine Women’s Basketball 5:00pm Waubonsee Community College at Moraine Men’s Basketball 7:00pm February 1

Ground Hog Day McHenry County ColCelebration lege at Moraine Hosted by Student Life Women’s Basketball U Building Café 5:00pm

Elgin Community College at Moraine Women’s Basketball 5:00pm

African American McHenry County ColHeritage: Unity Walk lege at Moraine with a Taste of Soul Men’s Basketball U111 7:00pm 11:30am

Elgin Community College at Moraine Men’s Basketball 7:00pm

Sullivan named Director of SVA By Connor Reynolds News Editor Mike Sullivan president of Moraine Valley’s Combat to College chapter has been appointed to the position of Chicago Director of Student Veteran’s of America. Sullivan is the president of the MVCC chapter known as Combat for College. SVA’s purpose is to help organize student veteran’s on the nation and federal level in order to provide a network of support and help. Within Moraine, they provide peer support, tutoring, and even counseling. Sullivan served in the infantry reconnaissance in the United States Marines from 2000 to 2004. During that time he served in Iraq, Kosovo, and Haiti, as a part of both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Moraine boasts a sizable student veteran population, with 210 students in Combat to College alone. The Combat to College office is located in U203 and the organization can be reached at Combat2College@gmail.com.

Sullivan was a speaker at the Veteran’s day assembly [Amanda Paniucci]

Photo Editor Zandro Zafra

Monday

Faculty Advisor Ted Powers

Connor Reynolds can be contacted at reynoldsr@mvccglacier.com

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January 21, 2011 — News

Student Trustee Corner

By Gennaro Paolella Happy New Year everyone! I would like to warmly welcome back all students and kick off the Spring 2011 semester with a bang. Whether this is your first semester at Moraine or last, it’s time to hit the books and get back to work. My name is Gennaro Paolella and as the newly appointed Student Trustee at MVCC, my responsibility is to act as liaison between the student body and the College Board. I have the privilege of representing each and every student, nearly 20,000 in all. My primary objective as student trustee is to serve each of you with the highest level of quality and esteem. Past student trustees have devised themes that correspond with changes they’d like to make on campus (i.e. prices of textbooks, acknowledging international students and diversity, etc…). After much brainstorming, I have developed my own comprehensive plan called Triple A (Awareness, Accountability, and Action). Throughout the semester each Trustee Corner column will elaborate on each of these principles individually. In order to achieve success, a dialogue needs to take place. Specifically, I am after a conversation between the student body as a whole and myself. In attempts to achieve this I am

striving to create ample opportunities for students to convey their feelings about Moraine Valley, a place dear to all of us. My first action as student trustee will include supplying each college office with a sign intended to be displayed for all students to see. This sign will emphasize the main priority of each MVCC faculty and staff member - the student. It will also continue to point out the presence and role of student trustee, a student liaison between leading college administrators and students. The conclusion of this notice will inform you that if you would like to communicate your feedback, whether positive or negative. Someone is readily available to mitigate your feelings appropriately. In addition to these signs, I am also awaiting permission to host townhall meetings, board game nights, and walk and talks. Stay posted for more to follow! The college has generously supplied me with an office and I have an open door policy. If there is something weighing on your mind concerning the college or you would just like to share some good news about a recent accomplishment, my door is always open. So please feel free to email me (paolellag2@student.morainevalley. edu), or give me a call (708) 608-4165 at any time.

Affordable Care Act could possibly be repealed By Liz Richardson Copy Editor Imagine being sick, poor, and left without insurance coverage. Do the bills not get paid, or do you fight through the pain? If health care reform, passed last year, is repealed, this could be the reality for many of Moraine Valley’s students. President Obama has taken a stand and sent out a release to student publications, promising change—not loss. “Today, the American people have greater health security than they did a year ago. Because of the Affordable Care Act, Americans no longer have to live in fear that insurance companies will drop or cap their coverage if they get sick… children suffering from an illness or pre-existing condition can no longer be denied coverage. Parents now can add their adult children up to age 26 to their health plans, and all Americans on new plans can access preventive care to keep them healthy with no additional out of pocket costs…so I’m willing and eager to work with both Democrats and Republicans to improve the Affordable Care Act. But we can’t go backward. Americans deserve the freedom and security of knowing that insurance companies can’t deny, cap, or drop their coverage when they need it the most, while taking meaningful steps to curb runaway health care costs.”

The Affordable Health Care Act was passed last year. People other than hardcore politicos didn’t pay attention to the pass or repeal of this law. However, the long-term effects of the passing have taken their toll on politics and the economy alike. Cost-saving is a goal sought on state and federal levels, and this health care plan was no different. Giving broad coverage to many different demographics, however, didn’t have cost-saving in mind. Politicians are now backtracking and trying to repeal the act, as well as a few more health-care related items. This has certainly caused some panic in people who are afraid the proverbial insurance “rug” will be pulled out from under them and they’ll be left without coverage, in sickness or in health. As President Obama promises in the words above, this will not happen. He claims that no one will be left without coverage and no one will have to “live in fear” of no insurance. Moraine Valley students mostly have to worry about being thrown off of their parents’ insurance, which currently lasts until age 26, regardless of student status. Only time will tell what will happen in Washington and what the effects are on this campus. Liz Richardson can be contacted at richardsonl@mvccglacier.com

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News — January 21, 2011

Danaher helps SWEC go extra mile By Michael Stocks Distribution Manager

Meghan Danaher has worked hard to help students access all the resources SWEC has. [Zandro Zafra]

The Southwest Education Center is one of Moraine Valley’s crowning achievements of the last few years. With the enrollment going up and course offerings tripling, the future only looks better and brighter. The off-campus location, which cost over ten and a half million dollars, appears to be worth every penny. The 32,000 square foot location includes a multitude of resources available for the students, including fully equipped classrooms; science labs and computer labs, tutoring centers, a testing center, and free parking that ensure a proper education experience. “We want to make sure we have everything the students [need],” stated Meghan Danaher. The main goal of the off-campus site is to progress and expand. They give back to the community by having local businesses offer student discounts, along with its green features that stress environmental friendliness. The facility opened its doors for students in Fall 2010. At first it offered 20 courses and only used a small part of the space available. In the coming semester they will be offering 68 courses

which consist mostly of general education or transfer classes, with a few career courses in the spring of 2011. The SWEC also boasts the fact that it is Moraine Valley’s first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED. This insures that the building and its operation are good for the environment by including water-efficient landscaping and sun harvesting to help reduce the need for artificial lighting. Meghan Danaher is the coordinator for the center and was vey upbeat and optimistic when reached for comment about the state of the campus. “The center is tailored for students needs. We look forward to going the extra mile (like all Moraine campuses) [by] offering the resources for the students,” stated Danaher. The SWEC is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday to ensure that whatever needs students have they will be fixed and taken care of with a friendly, hands-on style. “We are looking forward to bodies in the building, filling up the building and using the building,” stated Danaher. “It will be a full house from now on.” Michael Stocks can be contacted at stocksm@mvccglacier.com

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January 21, 2011 — News

Moraine Valley Bookstore aids students in quest of textbooks Most college and university students struggle with figuring out the best and most economical way to purchase their textbooks. At Moraine Valley Community College, the Bookstore helps ease those struggles including a rental program. “We understand the struggles that students go through each semester in trying to find the best deal. That’s why we try to accommodate their needs when it comes to getting their books so they are full prepared to have a successful academic experience,” Shah said. For more information, call Mark Horstmeyer, director of College and Community Relations, at (708) 9745275, or e-mail: horstmeyer@morainevalley.edu. Moraine Valley hosting Mock Interview Day Job-seekers can improve their interviewing skills by attending Moraine Valley Community College’s spring Mock Interview Day on Wednesday, February 23, from 2 to 5 p.m. The free event will be in the Moraine Business and Conference Center (Building M), on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy.,

Palos Hills. Participants must pre-register, and space is limited. Call the Job Resource Center at (708) 974-5737 to schedule a mock interview or to participate as an employer. For more information, visit morainevalley.edu/jrc.

ers. The deadline to register is Friday, March 11. Registration forms can be downloaded from the college’s website at morainevalley.edu/jrc. For more information about the fair, call the Job Resource Center at (708) 974-5737, or visit the website.

Special Meeting Notice

Moraine Valley to host medical presentation on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

The Moraine Valley Community College Education Officers Electoral Board will meet on January 18 at 6:15 p.m. in the college Board Room, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills, to consider the Amy McGoogan/Connie D. Martin Electoral Board matter. Employers needed for Moraine Valley Job and Internship Fair Employers from all industries who have position openings are needed for Moraine Valley Community College’s Spring Job and Internship Fair on Thursday, March 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. The fair will be in the Moraine Business and Conference Center, Building M, on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills. Employer check-in is at noon, and the employer luncheon is at 12:30 p.m. The registration fee is $100 for a sixfoot table and lunch for two recruit-

Moraine Valley Community College will host a Medical Education Series presentation on “Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: The New Essentials” from 7 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 9, in the college’s Dorothy Menker Theater in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills. The event is co-sponsored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is free and open to the public. For more information call Leann Murphy at (708) 608-4039 or e-mail her at Murphyl58@morainevalley.edu. Moraine Valley Education Club donates supplies to Chicago school The Education Club at Moraine Valley Community College sponsored a school supply drive on campus and

donated the collected items to Charles Gates Dawes Elementary School, a Chicago public school on the city’s southwest side. The Education Club is composed of about 15 Moraine Valley students who are interested in becoming teachers, early childhood educators or paraprofessionals. Moraine Valley appoints dean of Science, Business and Computer Technology Pamela Haney has been appointed dean of Science, Business and Computer Technology at Moraine Valley Community College. Dr. Haney served previously as assistant dean of Academic Initiatives and Accountability at Moraine Valley. She also has held positions of dean of Liberal Arts and dean of Academic Services and assistant dean of Academic Affairs at Moraine Valley. Dr. Haney earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Interpersonal Communication from Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, and a Master of Arts degree in Speech and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication from Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia.

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News — January 21, 2011

Time’s running out to apply for scholarships at MVCC By Frank Florez Editor-In-Chief The deadline to apply for scholar-

ships at Moraine Valley is approaching so if you haven’t had a chance to apply make sure to go online to www.morainevalley.edu/financialaid/mv_scholarships.

Astro-to-Cyclone Scholarship Adjuwenct Faculty Organization Scholarship Arab American Women Scholarship Joann Karen Basick Memorial Scholarship Dr. Patricia M. Bauhs Scholarship Robert J. Bobb Memorial Scholarship Sandra Broadbent Memorial Scholarship Career Programs Scholarship - Aileen S. Andrew Career Programs Scholarship Joanne Casolari Memorial Scholarship Center for Disability Services Scholarship ComED Scholarship Jane E. Crawley Scholarship Developmental Education Scholarship Distinguished Scholar Award Faculty Association Scholarships Great Lakes Bank Foundation Scholarship The Hickey Foundation Scholarship Dr. James D. Koeller – Founders Scholarship Barbara J. Lehrman Memorial Scholarship Liberal Arts Scholarship Dolores Dalton Mallo Nursing Scholarship Lieutenant Gene Marcheschi Memorial Scholarship Moraine Valley Alumni Scholarship Moraine Valley Foundation Police/Firefighter Scholarship Moraine Valley GED Graduate Scholarship Moraine Valley Leadership Award Palos Orland Area AAUW - Anita Ritzler Scholarship Kevin Pressley Memorial Scholarship Anne Reagan Scholarship Returning Women Diversity Scholarship Science and Business Scholarship Student Government Association Book Scholarship Student Life Award of Excellence Support Staff Association Scholarships Matthew P. Walsh Scholarship

htm to see what you qualify for. Below is a list of all the scholarships that you can apply for. As you can see there are dozens of scholarships avail-

[Graphic by Matt Pierzchala]

able. Half the battle is just appying. Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@ student.morainevalley.edu

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Point / Counterpoint

Should the government legalize medical marijuana? Medical marijuana is not a replacement for medicine

Amel Saleh is the entertainment editor for The Glacier. She speaks 3 languages and works at TCF bank in Evergreen Park. Amel’s favorite sport is sand volleyball and she plays it recreationally in the summer. After Moraine, she plans on obtaining her Bachelors and Masters in Psychology and minoring in a foreign language.

“Medical marijuana can have more health problems than people realize.”

By Amel Saleh Entertainment Editor Medical marijuana is a poor excuse for a medicine. Although marijuana contains substances that can aide in relieving pain of whatever illnesses a patient has, these substances are unknown because of the inadequate amount of research conducted by scientists. Medical marijuana can cause more pain, get into the hands of young teens and have more health problems than people realize. Just because we know how the drug works by recreational users—to relieve stress and try to achieve a euphoric state of mind— does not mean it will help those who are suffering severely from cancer, AIDS, glaucoma or other sicknesses. According to Gabriel Nahas, MD, PhD and Professor Emeritus at Columbia University, wrote in a March 11, 1997 editorial titled “Marijuana is the Wrong Medicine,” published in the Wall Street

Journal: “THC (or marijuana) does not interfere directly with the endorphin system…indeed, it increases the perception of pain.” There is no guarantee that evidence revealed to support the use of marijuana for medical patients will succeed. Smoking marijuana to alleviate pain won’t necessarily alleviate pain; it will just cause more of it. Smoking marijuana can cause brain, lung, heart and immune system damage. So, how is this supposed to help those suffering from an illness? But let’s think of this differently; let’s pretend the FDA and the government as a whole granted hospitals the right to provide patients with medical marijuana to relieve pain. After being prescribed it, they go home and the next person to get their hands on it would probably be their adolescent son/daughter. As we’ve all heard it before, marijuana is the gateway drug to all others. After examining the research

done, it’s safe to say that other medications, such as codeine pills, would be safer than medical marijuana to store in your home if it was legalized. Marijuana contains over four hundred different chemicals, some of which are just as hazardous as those found in cigarettes, and can cause death for older patients. We know what’s in a substance we created, but not in the one we found. This is why we have laws against the drug. All in all, we all know that marijuana is a harmful drug and using it to medicate the sick would be an unfortunate decision. We have sound evidence to prove this statement true. We need fewer drugs in this society, not more of them. I oppose the legalization of marijuana as a medical option because there are other sources to manage pain and illnesses. Amel Saleh can be contacted at saleha@mvccglacier.com.

Regardless of detractors, it helps people

Michael Stocks is the distribution manager for The Glacier. His job is to distribute the newspaper when it comes out along stands on campus. He is a creative writing major and plans on transferring to Governors State University when he graduates.

“It’s being used to help people but everyone is too high on their soap-boxes to see it.”

By Michael Stocks Distribution Manager People have been debating the use of medical marijuana since 1972, when Congress placed it in Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substance Act. The debate ultimately boils down to the side that says the drug is good for helping with debilitating and excruciatingly painful diseases or the other side, who says it’s too dangerous and isn’t FDA approved. Marijuana is only used to treat symptoms of certain diseases such as cancer, AIDS, glaucoma and multiple sclerosis. When people complain that the drug is too dangerous to use they usually neglect to mention that people using a large portion of the drug have terminal or crippling diseases. The overwhelming biases that people have towards either side are also a crippling factor. Trying to research the topic online, you will more often than not find websites either saying it is one step away from legalizing crack or the great breakthrough in medicine. But to people that say it’s too dangerous, that idea is completely absurd. More often than not the people who are given it are giv-

en it for what it is, a drug that numbs pain. Another drug that numbs pain is morphine. Morphine can be highly addictive and withdrawal from it can kill you, yet it is legal. Vicodin is prescribed and sold as a drug and multiple people abuse that. Alcohol is used sometimes as a remedy, but 19,171 people died from alcohol related incidents in 1999. What does medical marijuana do? It can reduce pain in some of the most painful and often terminal diseases. For example, in February 2009 in the medical journal Neuropsychopharmacology, it was revealed that 46 percent of patients administered medical marijuana felt 30 percent less or more as a result. It is used to treat people diagnosed with cancer to increase appetite, decrease nausea and relax muscles. The drug can help people who are truly suffering unimaginable pain with the difficulties of everyday living. The biggest detractors say that it will be misused and hasn’t been fully medically tested. Anything, if overused, can be a terrible thing but it’s not for the abusers it’s for the sick who truly need it. If it is passed, will people abuse it? Yes. Just as people abuse other forms

of medical drugs and government programs as they have for years and always will. For those that say it is unsafe, it’s not something that is going to be given to anyone that wants it. It will only be administered for rare and truly deserving cases. People that argue it needs to be FDA tested need to know that as of January 5, 2011, the FDA has stopped allowing smaller pharmaceutical companies to make Vitamin C in syringe format, which shows how the big pharmaceutical companies are slowly buying them off. Just because they test it and say it’s good doesn’t mean it really is. At the end of the day, the debate will always wage even if it is passed. On one hand you have the more open-minded, who see it as something that can help people dealing with tremendous pain. On the other hand, you have people who find it as step-one in the legalization of all drugs. This is not crack or meth they are trying to legalize. It’s being used to help people but everyone is too high on their soap-boxes to see it. Michael Stocks can be contacted at stocksm@mvccglacier.com.

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January 21, 2011 — Views

View From The Hill

Contemplating class By Bill Droel MVCC campus minister “Off to class.” I’ve heard and used that expression countless times in my 30-plus years at MVCC. The word class in a school context can refer to those students likely to graduate in a specific year, as in “sophomore class.” The word class can also mean course, as in “my biology class is fun.” In this sense of the word I have taught class in every building ever owned, rented or leased by MVCC except the 1967 warehouse in Alsip, the gym, the new science building and the new police station. I taught class in the old College Center, at Kerr-Old Main in Blue Island, in the 115th St. and Ridgeland facility, now home to electrical apprentice program, at Christ Hospital, at a building that was once on the Little Company of Mary Hospital grounds and even at the new site in Tinley Park. The word class also refers to one session on a specific day, as in “my history class is this afternoon.” Each class in that sense is elegantly simple. A class might include film clips, a projected outline, music, small group process, cultural artifacts, or beakers and Bunsen burners. Yet a class all hinges on a ritual interaction among students and their teacher in a process that is at once informative and transformative. Each class requires preparation. Even after 30 years I map out each class, noting the points to be covered and at least two approaches to the main concept— in case the first approach flops. I also read widely, about four books a week and a hundred magazine or journal articles a month. Students too must prepare for class, primarily by reading. Some teachers and classes, I admit, are boring. But it is

unfair for a student who doesn’t do the assigned reading to disparage the class. Unfortunately nowadays many MVCC students are ill equipped to comprehend college texts. They get frustrated and disinterested. This problem is not entirely a student’s fault. I will discuss it in a future column. To compensate for students’ lack of preparation some teachers read the text in class. This is wrong. Others, for the same reason, ignore the text. This too is wrong. Good teachers and students figure out a way to be faithful to the text, both before and during class. Some teachers allow each class to be filled with opinion and personal experience. This is fine only if MVCC is a school entirely for careers in sports radio where blabber is the norm. Other teachers let information alone fill the class as if MVCC is a school for future game show contestants or for careers in so-called ivory towers, where practical application is not required. A good class, by contrast, is a proper mix of opinion plus information and also wisdom (also called critical thinking, real world application, or creative problem solving). A good class is simple, but profound. It is a spiritual event; by which I do not mean other-worldly or religious. Like everything intimate and spiritual, too much analysis or description destroys the meaning of a class. It is an event with a stage, certain props, a rough script, and roles plus creative expression and interior transformation. I sometimes complain about MVCC, principally about the inadequate pay for part-time teachers. But it is a privilege for me to be among young adults in a structured environment, thinking about important topics and staying alert to my own growth. Blessings for my students and for all of us on this campus this semester. Contact Bill Droel at droelb@ morainevalley.edu. Visit his blog, hosted on www.chicagocatholicnews.com.

Point / Counterpoint Photo opinions

“No. You’d have to legalize every other drug.” Michelle Colbert

“Yes. Statistics do show that it calms the users.” Bob Fitzgibbon

Hungry people gather in downtown Chicago for a taste of culture.[Liz Richardson]

One expensive Taste

By Liz Richardson Copy Editor

A day at the Taste of Chicago is full of fun, food, and good music. But is the day worth a $20 admission fee? How about $65 for that music? Bidding has begun over the Taste of Chicago, after the Chicago Sun-Times reported that Chicago lost over $7 million on seven lakefront festivals over the last three years. Only one bid has been made by Celebrate Chicago LLC, an alliance of music production companies, and the Illinois Restaurant Association, which already runs the Taste’s food service. Their deal involves a $20 admission fee for weekends, holidays, and entry after 4 p.m; the $20 fee includes $10 in food and beverage tickets. This has Chicagoans up in arms, and for good reason. The Taste has always had free admission, and it normally balances out the prices of food tickets; even with free admission, it is by no means a cheap day. No frugal Chicagoan is going to hand over $10 to the city to attend a crowded, hot, loud fest, no matter how fun it may be. An excuse for the admission fee is to “boost attendance.” If anything, it will cut down on the crowds of well-meaning people who just want some food. However, attendance is far from the aim of the admission fee. Last year, three people were stabbed near the fest. In 2008, two people were shot as crowds left the annual fireworks display. Anyone in this city knows that ad-

“I think it should be legalized; it can help people in some cases.” Sophia Kwan

mission fees to “boost attendance” are a load of you-know-what. It’s a thinly veiled attempt to keep out the violence, and it isn’t going to work. Violence is going to happen no matter where you are or what you pay to avoid it. That’s just a fact. All we can do is keep our eyes open, be alert, and hope for the best. The best part of the bid, which should make you spout expletives, is the idea of charging $65 to attend a concert at the Taste, which would include admission and the $10 in tickets. This is to bring in bigger music acts, which will draw crowds. It might be the lake breeze or the silence of thousands of people shoving their faces full of food, but music tends to be heard all over Grant Park if it’s being played. Paying $65 to get thirty feet closer is ridiculous, and it isn’t going to fly. Mayor Daley, who approved of privatizing the Taste, said in the Chicago Tribune that the fee was “unacceptable.” The privatization has been mainly to compete with Milwaukee’s Summerfest, which consistently brings in more money than Chicago festivals. “We are not Milwaukee,” Daley said, and he promised to keep the Taste centered on food. Admission fees, music fees, and overpriced fees, just to compete with Milwaukee? Come on now. Let them win and let us have our crowded, hot, and free festivals. Liz Richardson can be contacted at richardsonl@mvccglacier.com.

“I don’t think so. You might go to higher drugs; it’s a gateway drug.” Alex Elizondo and Mike Olson

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Is this game real life, or is this game just fantasy

Carolina Hurricanes Center Eric Staal (L) and Detoit Redwings Defenseman Nikolas Lindstrom (R) are this year’s NHL All-Star Captains. [Photos Courtesy of thehockeynews.com] By Tony Gustin The NHL has changed the format to crowd. Giving the honors to Staal, isn’t sional athlete or even athletic to have Editorial Assistant where the players will be picked to each necessarily a disappointment. The vet- experienced at some point in life — you conference’s team by captains. There- eran winger has a Stanley Cup Champi- know, picking teams in gym class” said For this years National Hockey fore, as a viewer you can see Eastern onship under his belt, along with being Shanahan. League All Star game, the league has Conference superstars like Alexander an annual All Star pick by the fans. Overall, this should be nothing but taken a risky measure to boost ratings Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals Former NHL great Brendan Shana- good news for the fans. Who wouldn’t and interest. The voting for the players and Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh han is now the Vice President of the like to see our hometown superstars is staying the same. Fans will be able Penguins playing on the Western team. NHL’s hockey and business develop- Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews to go to NHL.com to submit ballots for This years game will be held in Ra- ment. Shanahan played a huge role skating down the ice with Ovechkin or their favorite players as many times as leigh, North Carolina, home of the in spicing up the format. “I think we Crosby? After no All Star festivities last they choose. After that, the coaches as- Eastern Conference Carolina Hurri- talked about not necessarily changing year due to the Winter Olympic games sociation steps in to add certain players canes. The captains for the teams have the format, but just improving it, and in Vancouver, that adds to the anticipafrom their respected teams who did not been awarded to Eric Staal of the East- doing what we can do to make it more tion of one of the most exciting events make the cut through the fan voting. ern Hurricanes and Nicklas Lidstrom entertaining for the fans, and more fun in recent NHL history. The big game Surprisingly, Chicago Blackhawks lead- of the Western Detroit Red Wings. to play in for the players. And so I think airs January 30, on Versus at 4 P.M. ing goal scorer Patrick Sharp had to re- Fans would assume the NHL would when you talk about the fans, it’s the eastern time. sort to help from coach Joel Quenville, name the likes of Ovechkin or Crosby ability to identify with a fantasy draft, to make the roster. for the East, but apparently the league and also to identify with something Tony Gustin can be contacted at gustina@ This is where things get interesting. gave the rights to Staal for the home ice that you don’t have to be a profes- mvccglacier.com

What’s the cost of Free Speech in America today? By Angela Rzeszutko Advisor’s Intern “Congress shall make no law… abridging the freedom of speech…” this is the exact phrasing of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. It specifically prohibits the federal government from creating laws telling its constituents what they can or cannot say about anything. The founding fathers wrote this to ensure that the federal government would not inhibit the free expression of ideas. However, the real world applications of this ideal are far from the ability to say anything, anywhere, at anytime. It started small with little practical impositions and regulations. Schneck v. United States determined that speech was free if it failed the “clear and present danger” test. Meaning if the person said something that put others in danger (passing the test), the remark was not protected by the First Amendment. However, this quickly evolved into an even looser legal standard, which involves the likeliness of inciting violence. This standard has spawned laws that are ambiguous and vague in nature. Due to this judicial standard, saying whatever you want has become a true thing of the past. Saying the politically

incorrect thing about anyone can now lead to civil and criminal consequences. Racial epithets are offenses that can lead to a civil suit. Demeaning sexual language can lead to criminal charges. And Congress has made a law infringing free speech. Legally it is called “Hate Speech.” It prohibits you from dropping “n” words when describing African Americans and calling homosexuals any word beginning with the letter f. If you use those words in describing a person you may be charged criminally with a hate crime. However, this doesn’t just stop at word choice. If you say things that are anti anything it could classify as Hate Speech. However, this is an ambiguous arena of law. One person’s hateful ranting is another’s term of endearment. What of religions that condemn homosexuality? In short this is precisely what the framers of the Constitution wanted to avoid. While it can be generally agreed that racial and sexual slurs are idiotic and ideally shouldn’t be used; it is every citizen’s right to be ignorant and use ignorant terms. The ideas of every citizen are valid even if they are considered wrong in the current culture. Furthermore, these laws infringe on other rights protected by the United States Constitution. It could be con-

[Graphic By Laura Joy] sidered Hate Speech to hold a religious These laws are clearly unconstiturally where people are talking about tional. The Founding Fathers are probhomosexuals burning in hell. Though ably turning in their graves knowing these people may be completely wrong that even the United States Congress and avoided at all costs, it is their reli- has joined the bandwagon of abridging gious ideology that homosexuals are in the speech of the population. The aims a sense hated by God. It should not be of the government are well intended, the government’s place to infringe on however, they are still wrong. both their free speech and free exercise rights guaranteed by the First Amend- Angela Rzeszutko can be contacted at ment. angelarzeszutko@stfrancis.edu

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Athletes of the Issue Pat Mccarthy Guard Men’s Basketball

Natalie Ross Guard Women’s Basketball

By Tony Gustin

McCarthy started playing basketball when he was in 3rd grade at Most Holy Redeemer grammar school. He then continued on to St. Rita High School where he played rugby. At Moraine, McCarthy is studying business but is not sure if that is what he will continue to study throughout college. When he has time he works construction with his father. “After I went through a year of college without basketball I realized how much fun it was and what it truly meant to me” said McCarthy. His goals for the season are to play hard to make his teammates better and to win the National Championship in March.

Ross is an all around athlete participating in sports including cross country, soccer, and softball throughout her life, but in her last years at Evergreen Park Community High School she began focusing primarily on basketball. Ross was named MVP of her junior and senior teams, which she considers one of her greatest accomplishments. She is a transfer student from Concorida University, where she also played basketball and soccer. Her plans after Moraine are to study psychology at UIC, but is still uncertain. “Since I started playing, I never stopped and it has just become a part of my life” said Ross.

Bigger than the Super Bowl? By Frank Florez Sports Editor

after going on sale. The Packers are favored by 3 ½ points in this Sunday’s match-up according to Vegas Odds-makers despite being a six-seed going on the road against a two-seed, but the Packers had impressive wins over the Eagles and Falcons in the first two rounds. The Bears took on the Seattle Seahawks in the Divisional Round. The wasn’t considered as impressive as the Seahawks were the first team in NFL history to make the playoffs with a losing record; Seattle ended the season with a record of 7-9. Chicago defeated Seattle 35-24. The two teams split the seasonseries this year; the Bears won 20-17 in Chicago on September 27 and the Packers won 10-3 in Green Bay in the regular-season finale on January 2. The Bears lead the all-time series 92-83-6, but the teams have split the last ten games 5-5 each. Although the Bears are technically underdogs, this game couldn’t be more of a toss-up. Who knows what will happen this Sunday, but no matter what the outcome it’ll be a game we won’t forget soon. The Packers visit the Bears at 2p.m. (CT) on Sunday, January 23.

This upcoming Sunday two of the NFL’s original franchises go head-tohead in one of history’s biggest games. The historic series between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers is the NFL’s longest-running rivalry. Not only is there longevity in this series, the first match-up between these two franchises was in 1921, but the teams each have their share of accolades as well. The Bears and Packers have a combined for 4 Super Bowl Championships and an additional 17 NFL Championships. These two clubs, both NFC North Division members, have met a whopping 180 times in the regular-season. Although these teams match-up often in the regular-season, they have only played one post-season game against each other in their whole history. The Bears hosted the Packers in 1941 in the only post-season match-up; Chicago won 33-14. Sunday will be a historic date in the history of both of these franchises, for it will be the first time that they battle for the NFC Crown and the George Halas Trophy, fittingly named after the former Chicago Bears Owner and Head Coach. Tickets for the NFC Champion- Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@ ship sold out in less than one minute mvccglacier.com

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Cyclones lose 4 of 5 in conference play, now 4-16 By Connor Reynolds News Editor The Cyclone’s struggles during their first half of the year have carried over into 2011. Since January 1 the team has gone 1-5. After a heartbreaking 70-68 point loss to South Suburban College, the Cyclones followed up with an identical result, losing to Morton Community College 70-68. After Morton’s 14-3 run to the open the game, Moraine cut took the lead at 19-18 with a 16-4 run. They were able to hold this lead until early in second half. Last minute fouls resulting in free throws once again doomed the Cyclones, as Morton converted three out of four attempts. Morris Woods turned in an impressive performance with 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Louie Green followed up a breakout performance with 14 points and eight rebounds. Randall Rushing chipped in 13 points and four rebounds. In their game against South Suburban College the Cyclones, once again, were unable to secure a victory in a closely contested affair, losing 70-68. Conceding 10 free throw attempts in the closing minutes sealed the deal in a game which the Cyclones had led 13-2 and 33-31. Louie Green turned in his best performance of the year with 20 points and nine rebounds, along with another solid performance by Morris Woods, 16 points and 6 rebounds. The Cyclones went into their January 11 game with Elgin Community College

with a lot of confidence following a win against McHenry Community College. Unfortunately, the great closing ability they displayed in that victory was completely absent in this loss. Despite leading by two with 52 seconds left in the game, the Cyclones were unable to score a single point, as Elgin made a 6-0 run to win 68-64. Randall Rushing put up his second 20+ point effort with 24, adding six rebounds as well. Morris Woods nearly missed a double-double with 14 points and eight rebounds. January 8 marked their first conference win, in 70-55 blowout over McHenry County College. Although trailing 48-46 early on in the fourth quarter, solid defense and a strong offensive streak put the Cyclones in a strong position. The team demonstrated their closing ability by making all five free throw attempts to end the game. Randall Rushing, 20 points and five rebounds, and Morris Woods 19 points and eight rebounds, played key roles in the victory. The Cyclones still have plenty of chances of conference redemption as their next 10 games are all against conference foes. This tough stretch will be very telling as to the character and ability of the team heading into the Region IV playoffs in late February. Despite their 4-16 conference mark, an impressive showing late in the season would help salvage a season plagued by inconsistency and close losses. Connor Reynolds can be contacted at Dedrick Shannon calls out to his team during a game vs. Morton College [Zandro Zafra] reynoldsc@mvccglacier.com

Lady Cyclones team undefeated in conference play By Tony Gustin Editorial Assistant

The lady Cyclones can do no wrong as of late winning four of their last five games played. The game on Tuesday the 18th against conference rival Morton College showed just how dominating they can play on any given night. “We handled that one pretty easily” said Head Coach Delwyn Jones. With a final score of 79-31, The Cyclones showed that they are going to be tough to beat in this conference once again. “When we are playing our best basketball as a team, we are a tough team to beat. However, we struggle with boxing out and communicating on the court. I believe we need to stay consistent and play an entire forty minutes every game” said first year guard Natalie Ross. Prarie State came to the home of the Cyclones on January 13 with high hopes in another heated division battle. However due to a great 19 point performance from first year forward Jessica Constant, The Lady Pioneers fell short 67-64. Jalisa Bryant helped the cause with a solid 16 point effort, and Ross made a clutch free throw at the end of the game to give the Cyclones a three point lead.

The team now sits at the top of their conference with a dominating record of 4-0. Starting January 25, the Cyclones start a stretch of five consecutive games against conference opponents at home against Waubonsee Community College. With a conference championship this year that would be the fifth straight year the Cyclones claimed the conference championship. The five games wrap up with two exciting games at home against rivals McHenry County College on February 1st, and a rematch of the January 11th 78-72 win on the road on February 3rd. Returning players Ashley Teresiak and Kristy Scialabba posted impressive performances in the last game against Elgin with 36 points combine between the two. Jessica Constant, first year forward out of Stagg High School chipped in with 13 points. Constant was perfect from three point land shooting an impressive 4-4. During these games the team is going to need their second-year stars Scialabba and Teresiak to play to their full potential and help keep the mental state of all of the new players to their fullest potential. MVCC takes on Waubonsee College on January 25.

“When we are playing our best basketball as a team, we are a tough team to beat.”

The women’s team has won the last 4 of 5 [Dana Floren]

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New student trustee tells his story By Anthony Rojas Features Editor

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Gennaro Paolella is your new student trustee and he wants you to know you have a voice at this campus. Paolella’s journey to student trustee began with a clarinet and a passion for music. While attending Carl Sandburg high school, he entered into activities and clubs related to music and then transferred to Interlochen Academy for the arts in Michigan during his senior year. There he continued his study of music and graduated with an opportunity to study with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at DePaul University. He did so until the army reserve knocked on his door. So, Paolella signed up and worked with the military as part of the marching band. Something came over the young college student at this point, which made him question music as a major. In the current economic climate of America, it isn’t rational to re-think an art major? That’s what he did. With an interest in

science, Paolella hoped to change his major, but with his scholarship money and credits all attached to music, he was forced to choose between restarting his college career or continuing with a risky major. He chose to begin anew. “Some people think that I lost or wasted a year,” says Paolella, “but now I never have to wonder ‘what if I had gone for music?’” Paolella discovered Moraine Valley when he would pick his sister up from CAN classes. He says about his experience: “I started looking around the halls and noticing things about the campus. I’d say, ‘that building looks new,’ or I’d hear a professor lecture and they’d be up to par or better than at the professors at DePaul.” Paolella officially enrolled at MVCC in the spring semester of 2010 with a plan to study general education courses with a focus on biochemistry. This shift entails much of the same risks as music, as jobs in the medical Trustee | Page 4

A comedy performance that’s Superior By Dimka Atanassova Staff Writer Since 2007, it has become a tradition of Moraine’s winter holiday calendar at the Fine and Performing Arts Center to include Mother Superior, one of the most sought-out, contemporary “onenun” hit comedies. Similar hits performed at the Dorothy Menker Theater were the Late Nite Catechism I and II, Sisters’ Christmas Catechism, The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold and Til Death Do Us Part, which were all created by Vicki Quade, playwright and producer. All have been crowd-pleasing successes and laugh out loud delights. Kathleen Puls Andrade, a zany comedian with a far-out sense of humor, portrayed the infamously funny Sister of Mother Superior’s Ho-Ho-Holy Night sequel and filled Moraine’s packed theater with heavenly laughter on December 18. She is a graduate with a “Master’s” in comedy from Second City and is a teacher of improvisation and voiceover at Baylor University, U of I and Second City. She is also the creator of the firstever Funny Women Fest, a unique event that showcased the talents of women as educators, performers, writers and producers of comedy and improvisation. As she entered the theater behind the audience, Andrade instantly demonstrated her superior improv skills as

she crafted into the uncanny character of Mother Superior. In full dress habit, she pleasantly chatted with latecomers, admonished and twittered as a strict disciplinarian, confiscated chewing gums and cell phones and even made real conversation from someone’s still ringing phone. Her ruler was quick as she corrected over and over the proper way she should be addressed and answered. She rolled her eyes skyward, handed handkerchiefs to some ladies, wrote check marks on the board for “flustered’ or “troubled” students and made their excuses fizzle when she preached where

[ Photo Courtest of Public Relations] one had gone astray. As Jill-of-all trades, hard-driven, unwavering Holy Mother, Andrade staked a genuine claim of “Her Greatness” and worked on the audience. Sister kept her students focused, so nobody forgot their Catechism or were punished for giggling or snickering over her scholastic approach. A staple of Mother’s two-period classes is the reenactment of the Nativity story and casting involved calling volunteers and patrons from the Ticket Master records. This segment, Andrade’s advanced

acting class included an Annunciation scene where five Gabriel angels’ performances were rated and voted, and Mother’s efforts to solemnize the fun-twisted verses evoked unceasing laughter. Moreover, through “trials and tribulations” her students accepted all her fun-cracking jokes as a holiday treat and retreat; spellbound, they revisited their childhoods and laughed their sins off as school partners in crime.

Dimka Atanassova can be contacted at dimka68@yahoo.com.

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Medical cannabis helps MS patient By Anthony Rojas Features Editor Illinois resident and multiple sclerosis sufferer, Julie Falco, is asking for support in legalizing medical cannabis. For twenty years, Falco has had MS and has tried a plethora of different prescribed medicines to relieve the intense pain that comes with the disease. At first, she took whatever drugs her doctor told her to and tried every combination or treatment available. Unfortunately, nothing worked and she was left in a state of suffering and depression. When her disease progressed in 2004 and nothing could relieve her pain she contemplated suicide. This is when she discovered cannabis-baked brownies. “I had tried smoking cannabis before and it helped with my insomnia, but I would end up with headaches from the smoke. When I tried it in brownies I discovered the positive effects without the headaches.” Scientific studies have come to show that the human body has cannibinoids receptors that react to certain chemical compounds found in cannabis plants. For most people, the most common compound is THC, which is psychoactive and what is commonly called “marijuana.” For medical patients, the most important compound is CBD, which works within the body as an anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, anti-nausea, neuroprotective, blood-pressure lower-

[Courtest of Julie Falco] ing painkiller, but does not have psycho- to convince Representatives Jefferson, active properties. This is the chemical Winters, Wait, and Mathias (one Dem, compound which Julie Falco bakes into three Republicans) to vote for the bill 1-inch brownies and eats three times a at a time when we weren’t even able to day (three brownies per day) and with- negotiate on the text of the bill… we’re out it she is sent through agonizing pain. closer today than we’ve ever been.” said Recently, the Illinois government Falco in an e-mail to supporters. This seemingly constant struggle is once again had before them legislation that would make her medicine legal, heavily rooted in raising awareness and but they once again voted it down. Out one of the many important failures of of the sixty representatives who voted, the media, says Falco, is the use of the everyone had voted ‘yes’ on the same is- word marijuana when speaking about sue at different times. Now, Julie Falco the plant. “It’s a dirty word,” says the advoand her supporters at Illinois Norml are ready to try again next session, never cate, “the moment someone of influence hears the word marijuana they get giving time to fret over spilled milk. “…in just one month we were able the impression of a slacker, or ‘stoner’,

because that’s what’s shown on television. Well, those aren’t the people who are travelling to Springfield and sitting before state representatives; we are, the people with real life disabilities and needs.” “If a scientific approach is taken when attempting to convince someone of the plant’s benefits, it is more likely that they will take you seriously.” Falco added. One experience she had with this method was when she spoke with senator Linda Holmes and told her about the benefits of cannabis. “I said to her, ‘how could you deny me the only thing that works?’ and she changed her mind on the issue.” CBD is an important chemical compound for people like Julie Falco who have to deal with pain on a daily basis. However, many believe that if medical cannabis is made legal, there will be too many opportunists who will take advantage of the law and obtain cannabis for recreational use. In the end, we have to decide if that’s more important than a patient’s well being. The argument is debatable from both sides, but for a pain patient there isn’t any argument at all; this is their medicine. “Wow,” says Falco about using CBD, “I can get up everyday, I can move around, no more side effects.” Anthony Rojas can be contacted at rojasa@ mvccglacier.com

Mity is Nice By Amel Saleh Entertainment Editor Mity Nice for a decent price! If you’ve ever ventured to Michigan Avenue downtown then you’ve probably visited the water tower. Besides it being a captivating mall for tourists, it’s also a great place to dine in. On the M level of the building, a hidden gem of a restaurant exists: Mity Nice. Mity Nice is a 1940’s style restaurant that whips up all American meals and a tiptop service. Meals for a couple range from about $20 to $40 and, depending on what you order, an individual meal isn’t so expensive. The meals aren’t so fancy and the atmosphere is as comforting as the food. The Lake Superior Whitefish is recommended and is accompanied by spinach and your choice of any side.. Only a few desserts are offered but you won’t be disappointed with any selection you make. So if you’re ever in the area or have family visiting from another state and want to try something new and interesting, Mity Nice would be a wise choice. Amel Saleh can be contacted at Saleha38@ student.morainevalley.edu

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market, though opening up to new generations is making medical jobs some of the most sought-after occupations by young people today. Paolella has learned to set himself apart from the herd, though. At the moment, he’s affiliated with Phi Beta Kappa, volunteers at Christ hospital, works at Walgreens as a pharmacy technician, volunteers with organizations which help children with cancer, and has even formed an MVCC club called “Future Health Care Profession-

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als” which has already spear-headed discussion panels with nurses and cohosted the Moraine Valley blood drive (held last semester) with the Student Life group. Now he has become the Student Trustee for the school and has formed a specific goal to “be like a fly on the wall, hearing everything.” Already, he has begun plans to write a formal letter to students letting them, and the staff, know that he is someone that is willing to listen to their concerns.

Paolella has already bumped heads with offices in the school concerning his mode of paying for classes. When the military, which pays for his schooling in the form of refunds, asked for an itemized bill of class expenses, Paolella went to obtain it. He was given an unclear list of his classes and expenses and sent it in. The army replied back that what he gave them was not what was needed so once again he made the trip to obtain what was needed. This was when he was told that he could not be helped any

further and that there was no one left to speak with about it. Paolella took this as an eye-opener and decided that he would be there for students when they were told there was no one else to talk to. Several ideas are in the work to ensure that the voice of students is heard, because this college belongs to all of us and is here to serve us, as is Gennaro Paolella, your new student Trustee. Anthony Rojas can be contacted at rojasa@ mvccglacier.com

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January 21, 2011 — Features

A Civil Rights Movement perspective By Anthony Rojas Features Editor Would the leaders of the Civil Rights Movement smile if they could look at America today? Since the sixties, the opportunities of black Americans have definitely increased. The American dream has opened up to the black community, most recently shown by America’s decision to elect the first black president in the country’s history. Black ghettoes exist today and nearly 25 percent of black Americans live below the poverty lines, according to U.S census information Still, the question remains, though: has the Civil Rights movement achieved what its leaders set out to do, or are we still battling against a discriminatory system? On Monday, America celebrated the birthday of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. The holiday was first celebrated in 1986, but some states refused to observe it and some decided to group it with other holidays in order to defer from its actual purpose. In 2000, every American state observed Martin Luther King Day for

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the first time. It would seem to anybody who doesn’t live in this country that America has accepted its diversity, but I’m sure every American knows at least one person who is a racist. The question then becomes: has the black community been accepted into the American society or have old aversions been carried on? The economic struggle for black Americans that began with slavery has not died, but no longer does large-

scale straightforward discrimination prevent anyone from moving up the social ladder. Legislation such as Affirmative Action (along with many laws preventing discrimination to a number of groups) has helped to ensure that everyone in America has a chance to reach his or her goals. Special scholarships are offered to a select group of applicants based upon their economic needs and, in some cases, ethnicity. The American world of business has

definitely made strides in increasing the amount of diversity within the workplace and has made efforts to give everyone a chance. In this way, the Civil Rights movement achieved a very important victory in this country and America has definitely benefited from the increasing capable and ambitious workforce, but to say that racism in America is dead would not be a fair. The problem the country faces today, and has always faced, is that of personal feelings of racism. It seems that there will always be groups of people that can’t accept others and moreover just flat out refuse to, but accept them or not, America has ensured that opportunities aren’t being stripped and that’s what should be looked at. Personal grudges might last a thousand more years in our country, but it can’t be denied that we’ve come a long way since Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. stood on the steps of Washington and now each of us must decide exactly how far we’ve come. Anthony Rojas can be contacted at rojasa@ mvccglacier.com

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The Glacier staff offers their resolutions for the new semester •Karen Kooyenga– “My resolutions were to quit smoking, keep in touch with my family and

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boyfriend, and to try to get into modeling. Well I cut my smoking by a lot (which is good), and I’ve been getting into shape as well as talking to an agent about getting a modeling portfolio started and gigs set up, so I’d say I’ve followed them.” •Maggie Adams “Lose weight, quit smoking, make better decisions regarding certain people in my life, stop spending money so much, and do well in my new classes.” •Justin Allen “A few years back I made a resolution to stop making resolutions, and I’m holding strong 3 years straight!” •Bryan Nelson– “Lose weight, and get girls. Well, at least I got a gym membership.” •Brad Yuan– “Go back to school and get my own place, but I haven’t yet.” •Landon Gibson– “Get in shape, pass all my classes, and start medical school in a couple of years. Most of these are in the future, so they haven’t been accomplished yet.” •Amel Saleh- “Get a better butt for swimsuit season. Establish better relationships with people I know.” •Stacey Reichard- “I’m currently running a 365 photo-a-day web blog. The website is www. umbrellaleaf.tumblr.com” •Zandro Zafra- “Get a better camera to use for freelance modeling portraits.” •Laura Joy- “I’m trying to do a drawing a day, but so far it’s failing.” •Ted Powers- “Don’t party too much after Bears win the super bowl.” •Anthony Rojas- “It’s about time to begin some serious work on time management. I plan on getting around to it next month.” •Liz Richardson- “I’d like to be start being more adventurous. I haven’t done anything yet but I do have all semester.”

Best washrooms By Anthony Rojas Features Editor

The Glacier staff is embarking on an ambitious journey to inform the students of Moraine Valley which washrooms on campus are the best around. To do this, we’ve compiled a list of the washrooms around campus and have made a checklist to decide which Moraine washroom is truly the best. This checklist has a range of 1-10, with 1 being the least pleasing and 10 being the most. The writer in charge of a checklist will judge each component given and rate them according to the

writer’s best judgment of what he/she observes in each washroom. A point will be taken off for every area of the component given. Finally, all individual component ratings are added together for an overall score and divided by the total number of components. These components are: cleanliness, upkeep, proximity to rooms, availability, and size. To begin with, we’ve gone through buildings A, B, and L and have come up with a ranking of the washrooms. Anthony Rojas can be contacted at rojasa@ mvccglacier.com

Ranking of women’s washrooms

Ranking of men’s washrooms

1. Library top floor 2. B110 3. Library bottom floor 4. A111 5. A267 6. A211 7. B253 8. B206 9. G207 10. B141 11. A155

1. L154 2. L107 3. B273 4. A170 5. Library top floor 6. A235 7. B219 8. A287 9. B123 10. A135

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With the New Year and new semester at our door, many people are following the age-old tradition of making up a new years resolution. Some will follow through with their goals and many will either give up completely or just be unable to fulfill

their plans. Here’s a list of some resolutions our contributors at the Glacier office have come up with. Look to see if any of these plans sound familiar and maybe you’ll get some ideas yourself. The Glacier staff can be contacted at glacier.morainevalley.edu

January 21, 2011 — Features

How to get rid of your smoker smell

Smokers definately have the tendency to spread a foul smell to whomever they’re near. By Frank Florez Editor in Chief Aside from any health issues that may arise from smoking tobacco, one of the biggest issues for smokers is the scent that sticks to them. Many people do not like to put up with that smell so it’s important to try and clean up. Here are a few tips to keep you and your home smelling fresh. 1. Wear outerwear Whenever going for a smoke break put on a jacket or fleece; that way the smell will stick to the outerwear rather than the clothes you wear around the house. You can easily put away your jacket to

better hide the smell. 2. Brush your teeth You would think that this is common knowledge, but getting rid of that smoker’s breath is just a toothbrush away. 3. Candles Candles are a great way to mask the lingering scent of smoke. The stronger and more distinct the candle scent the better. I’m sure you’ll have no problem finding a lighter. 4. Cook a meal If you’re trying to do something productive, cook yourself or your guests a hearty meal. That should get a more appealing smell going throughout your home. 5. Febreze If you’re still looking for a solution at

this point, you’re probably looking for a quick and effective solution. It’s time to whip out a can of Febreze and start spraying your furniture. 6. Popcorn It’s time for the desperate attempts. If you’re still struggling here, pop a bag of popcorn and the smell of that will do the trick. 7. Burn toast The Hail Mary attempt. If you’re in a bind, just burn some toast. That will kill any smell in your house. It’s not a pleasant smell, but it’ll work as long as you don’t burn your house down. 8. Shower To be fair, you could probably use one anyway. If you reak of smoke chances are you’ve been outside and have had a chance to get nice and shower-ready, so grab some soap and scrub away the scent. 9. Eat garlicey or spicey foods These scents will cover anything. The pungent aroma of garlic parmesean or a plate of tandoori chicken are sure to overtake the room with a...different scent 10. Over deodorize It’s time to choose between the lesser of two evils. On one hand, you’re an over calogned, over perfumed individual and people are probably going to let you know, but you will not be a smelly smoker. This is last resort kind of stuff.

Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@ mvccglacier.com

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Club Corner 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) 608-5487. ARTSPLOSION!!! 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) 9745759. 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, contact Michale O’Shea at (708) 974-5597. Dilé: 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. Filmmaker’s Club For information, contact Dan Pal at (630) 9422800. Finance Club For information, contact Larry Odelson at (708) 974-5264. Forensics team For information, contact John Nash at (708) 9745550 or Michael Shannon at (708) 608-4047 GLOW: Gay, Lesbian Or Whoever For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708) 974-5353. 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. Mastodon For information, contact Ted Powers at (708) 6084177. Wed 4:00 U207 MVCC Animation Club For information, contact Richard Lapidus at (708) 974-5629. 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) 9745426. 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) 9745717. Xclusive For information, contact Demetrius Robinson at (708)-974-5567

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Welcome Days for spring semester By Branden Zavala Staff Writer What is a better way to approach the new year than with noise? Welcome Days is a special event held to welcome new and returning students to a new semester at Moraine Valley. Attractions like a race circuit, music videos, and free food invited students to participate, meet new people, and learn about other events at the school. Frankie Cabasquin said of the event, “It’s a fun way to come back to school.” Students who participated in the special activities also had the chance to win fifty dollars. Demetrius Robinson and the Student Life organization once again put on a big show this semester for both incoming freshmen and returning students. “The racing circuit was definitely a pleasant surprise,” states Brandon Reid. Many students enjoyed the food and the events. Kyle Feliciano confirmed this assumption, saying he “noticed the mention of free food first, then the events.” Several other students also hoped for a larger variety of food or, as Ashleigh Mejstrik said, more food available throughout the event. “I was looking

forward to the food, but there wasn’t any left by the time I got out of class,” explains Mejstrik. Bill Barker also hoped for an event similar to the Fall Fest held last semester “I was definitely expecting more events, like the Jumps during Fall Fest.” Despite a few fallen expectations, the majority of students agreed that Welcome Days is always fun. “It was nice to see an event that brings people together to have fun.” adds Mejstrik. Branden Zavala can be contacted at zavalab4@student.morainevalley.edu

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Entertainment

Black Swan outdances all competition Matt Mireles Staff Writer

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Darren Aronofsky’s Black Swan is one of those movies where the viewers’ eyes remain glued to the screen from the very first shot to the last. Immediately, the film possesses your attention by opening with a dream sequence in which the protagonist, Nina (played by Natalie Portman in a much-praised role), performs Swan Lake with a mysterious partner as if the fantasy were real. Back in reality, Nina gets accepted in the lead role of the ballet through her creepy, hard-as-nails stage director (Vincent Cassel) and eventually finds herself pushing over the edge to vie for her prestigious position against a younger contender (That 70s Show’s Mila Kunis). A few more factors that turn her world upside down are her very demanding mother and the former White Swan ballerina who didn’t take her replacement very lightly. As the film progresses, we see Nina slowly deteriorate mentally and physically as she tries to abide by her strict

regimen. She starts to become hallucinogenic to a point where she confuses reality with her own messed-up perception, slowly transforming into the Black Swan role she needs to partake for the piece which eventually leads right up to the climatic opening night of the show. On the technical side, the film operated exceedingly well on all fronts: direction, screenplay, cinematography, score, and especially the performances. At the time of this article, Natalie Portman has been receiving attention by nearly every critic for her complex performance and is in talks to take home the Academy Award for Best Actress this year. Also, the stedicam technique used was a perfect fit for the film, which gave it a more realistic, unsettling atmosphere as opposed to the more traditional track-shot camera. If there were any flaws to the film, I have yet to find one worth writing about. Black Swan was near perfect and is definitely a sure thing at the Oscars. A psychological-horror masterpiece! Matt Mireles can be contacted at mirelesm4@student.morainevalley.edu

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Answer on page 10

Natalie Portman play sthe lead role of Nina in Black Swan. Here she exceeds and puts on an excellent performance. [Photo courtesy rottentomatoes.com]

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Fun Facts About Squirrels

By Liz Richardson

• Squirrel offspring are referred to as kittens. • The sweat glands of a tree squirrel are located on their feet. • A squirrel is over-the-hill at 6 years old. They can live up to the age of 12. • Squirrels are considered to be the cleanest animal in the rodent family. • Squirrels can run at speeds up to twenty miles per hour. • A squirrel’s natural predator is the automobile.

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Entertainment — January 21, 2011

The Mau5 is in the hau5 By Joe Salah Staff Writer

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The name Deadmau5 has become recognizable to just about anyone who has any affiliation with pop culture, house and electro music, and the complexities of being a renowned DJ. Joel Thomas Zimmerman came across his stage name Deadmau5 when he found the source of an absolutely rank stench omitting from his computer, took it apart, and discovered a dead mouse residing in the hardware. Throughout his rapid ascent into infamy, he’s collaborated with popular artists such as David Guetta, Rob Swire, and Kaskade, and also produced three ground shattering, chart-topping albums. Deadmau5’s most recent album 4x4=12, is a beautiful portrayal of his progressive mixing skills and how much

“Deadmau5’s most recent album 4x4=12, is a beautiful portrayal of his progressive mixing skills and how much he’s improved upon them. “ he’s improved upon them. Though the album title happens to be numerically incorrect, the tracks it contains are more than enough to keep a large majority of America on their feet and

screaming for more. Track number 2 on the album, entitled “Sofi Needs a Ladder,” is a collaboration of Deadmau5’s premade song “You Need a Ladder” and the vocals of

Sofia Toufa. This particular song is one of the most popular on the album, and is played regularly on popular stations such as dance factory, and at various clubs throughout America. The song is also featured on the soundtrack for the video game Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit. Other tracks such as “Raise Your Weapon” and “Some Chords” put listeners into a melodic trance, and testify as evidence to the fact that you do not need hallucinogens to send your mind on a trip. Avid Deadmau5 fans refer to themselves as “Mau5heads,” and eagerly await new releases of Zimmerman’s brilliant music. It’s easy to determine that Deadmau5’s music has revolutionized progressive electro nationwide, and is slowly transforming “house” music to “hau5” music. Joe Salah can be contacted at Jsalah22@ gmail.com.

Falling Forever is Beyond Words By Michael Stocks Distribution Manager

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Beyond Words is a local Chicago band whose full-length album Falling Forever was recently released independently. The CD is a solid debut album that will get people interested in future outings. The band sounds incredibly professionally and well done. With a sound incredibly similar to that of such bands as Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace or Shinedown, the band sounds like the kind of bands that 16-24 year old women like and say is heavy metal when it really isn’t. They have a strong local following, which was helped by opening slots for such bands as Trapt

and Seether. The opening track is “Falling Forever” which sounds like something Q101 would put into regular rotation. Lead singer, Jeremy Overton has a strong, deep voice. The musicians are all good and can clearly tell that they are skilled and technically sound. One of the main problems is that sometimes the band suffers from what some call “Disturbed syndrome,” which is that a lot of the songs tend to sound the same at times and feel interchangeable. However, the band does not overload the songs with songs that drag, as the opening track—around four and a half minutes—is the longest on the album. The album has some other good songs such as “Can You Still Hear Me”

and “Wake Up” and the closing track “Save Me” ends the album on a good note. The subject matter of the album gets really depressing fairly quick, and often deals with depression, suicide, self-destruction and a general feeling of hopelessness—the emotions that breed the best kind of rock music. The band is worth a listen if you’re into hard rock. I cannot praise the production values of this independently recorded album enough. It would seem like they had a major label studio helping to make the album. The sound is crisp. You can hear every change in voice, guitar riff and drum beat. There is definitely room for improvement, but for a first outing the band

did a bang-up job, as it is better than most debut albums. Michael Stocks can be contacted at stocksm@mvccglacier.com

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January 21, 2011 — Entertainment

Little Fockers gets a little bit corny “...many of the jokes are just cheap and downright lame. You can expect your fair share of gay jokes and f-word puns...”

Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro face off in another Fockers movie. This time, things get rough! [Photo courtesy rottentomatoes.com] By Frank Florez Editor In Chief

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In the third installment of the “Meet the Parents” franchise, Little Fockers has been a box-office success raking in nearly $200 Million as of January 9, but is it really that good? No. Not even close. The cast consists of familiar faces including Robert DeNiro, Ben Stiller,

Owen Wilson, Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand but even with the resource of casting a slew of Hollywood’s most famous stars, the script is bad enough to render them all boring and humorless. In 2000, Meet the Parents earned great reviews following its release and the sequel. Meet the Fockers in 2004 was generally greeted with positive reviews, but too many changes to the se-

ries have been its downfall. Paul Weitz stepped down as the series director and was succeeded by Jay Roach while Jessica Alba, Lauren Dern Harvey Keitel, Colin Baiocchi and Daisy Tahan were added to an already bloated main cast. With the film only running for 94 minutes, there just wasn’t enough screentime to do justice to this big of a cast. The film has a few moments that can make you chuckle, but many of

the jokes are just cheap and downright lame. You can expect your fair share of gay jokes and f-word puns thanks to the character name of Gaylord Focker. Overall, it’s not the train wreck that word of mouth would have you think it is, but if you’re looking for a movie to laugh at, just rent Meet the Parents. Frank Florez can be contacted at florezf@mvccglacier.com.

Showing Compassion? A piece of Cake By Wendy Grupka Staff Writer

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The band Cake, who put forth hits like “Going the Distance” and “Short Skirt/Long Jacket” has released a new album after a lengthy seven-year hiatus. Showroom of Compassion is Cake’s sixth album and first fully independently recorded album after the band split from Columbia records. In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, front man John Mcree said, “Major labels work for artists like Jay-Z and Taylor Swift where there is some celebrity to the artist; they can market that. They don’t know how to market Cake.” The eleven songs on Showroom of Compassion are chock full of carefully chosen lyrics and classic Cake riffs. The super catchy “Sick of You,” the first single off the album, was born for radio and consists of Mcree’s infamous talk singing. On a more serious note the album’s sole instrumental track “Teenage Pregnancy” is an emotion laced piano solo that fills the listener with joyful apprehension and foreboding.

Cake’s Showroom of Compassion cover isn’t very sweet [Photo courtesy google.com] An excellent song like “Mustache Man” deserves mention for its upbeat vocals, clever use of percussion and the signature blasts of Vince Difiore’s trumpet.

With its superb range, Showroom of Compassion lives up to its name. Cake is one of the very few artists that wield their lyrics and composition with such delicacy and grace with none of the pre-

tentious grandiosity of typical alt rock stars. It is worth mentioning that Cake is a band devoted to the betterment of the planet and the human condition. Seldom is this seen from modern minstrels who seem only concerned with record sales and iTunes downloads. The band has converted its studio to run exclusively on solar energy. Their web page www.cakemusic. com holds little else but this simple quote from Thomas Edison, “I’d put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don’t have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that.” Cake’s website also boast a carpool forum and an advice column. Each song on this album tells its own tale and compels a different emotion from the listener. It is definitely worthy of four and a half stars! Cake’s new CD is available everywhere compact discs are sold. Wendy Grupka can be contacted at grupkaw@mvccglacier.com

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Hornet not up to superhero standards

Entertainment — January 21, 2011

An Uninspiring Collection By Laura Joy Graphics Editor Collecting: Instantes e Instintos isn’t as cerebral as the artist lets on. I really want the art to speak to me the way he says it should, but it doesn’t. The gallery consists only of photograms, which is an art form made by placing objects on light-sensitive material and exposing it to light, creating an abstract collage. Now, the works are composed well, but they don’t evoke much emotion from the viewer. If you read his statement, it breathes a bit of life into the show, but not by much. At least it makes the objects in each piece a bit more discernable. In his artist statement, O. Gustavo Plascencia states “The kitchen is such an important place at many houses; it seems to be the nucleus of the family.” The title of the show translates to Moments and Instincts, but he also says that this started as a collection project. Maybe it’s just me, but having “instincts” and “collection” in the same sentence sounds a bit creepy. While I understand what he’s trying

to get at, I can’t get the image of him garbage-picking at various kitchens and slapping a meaning on the final work out of my head. Photo professor, Tyler Hewitt, said “People have been doing interesting things with photograms for a long time. He didn’t. His sense of composition is strong but the work overall is too simple. This looks like the work I have my Photo 1 students do.” He paused a moment to think, flashed a smile, and said that he was only whelmed by the work. As experienced as Gustavo is, I suppose more was just expected of him. When asked about the gallery, students pretty much have the same opinion as the professors: “I noticed they painted the wall…” and continue to say they don’t really care for the photograms. This particular collection of artwork won’t bowl you over, but if you find yourself wandering the FPAC between classes, it wouldn’t hurt to check it out.

“His sense of composition is strong but the work overall is too simple. This looks like the work I have my Photo 1 students do."

Seth Rogen just doesn't fit the superhero's mold. [Photo courtesy of rottentomatoes.com] By Anthony Cox just real cute, in a clever hipster way. Staff Writer Which is honestly kind of gross. Seth Rogen as The Green Hornet character Who can concentrate on anything (superhero?) was so half-baked and juwith 3-D glasses on? venile you just begin to drown him out. I find myself absorbed in the paper- Christoph Waltz, amazing in Inglourithin silhouettes of trees blurred behind ous Basterds, was wasted on this film. the actors, reflections off car windows, That said, director Michel Gondry is the curvature of space in a wide-angle the proverbial Kato to Rogen’s Green landscape. But mostly, I am over- Hornet. He is quite the inventor himwhelmed merely by the inescapable self. This is the man that brought us presence of depth. Björk videos and Eternal Sunshine of How can a 3-D movie be this shal- the Spotless Mind. He popularized low? “bullet time,” later used to death in The Out of the deepest, darkest depths Matrix and every action movie since. of development hell comes The Green Letting the poorly improvised diaHornet, 3-D. A space-time singularity logue drift into the background, Gonof Hollywood gimmicks vacuuming up dry’s personal fascination with space audiences at $14 a pop. and innovation comes to the fore. The There is a level of ironic detachment Green Hornet is really more a 2-D movin every actor’s performance in The ie. There’s a beginning, an end, and a Green Hornet that is so alienating in spectacular dimension of special effects its self-satisfied vapidity, it makes me wizardry that really does astonish. wonder if Seth Rogen and Evan Gold Gondry’s Hornet is like a decadesberg, the writing team that brought us long funded Pentagon project. ExpenKnocked Up, Superbad, and now The sive, pioneering, ultimately useless. Green Hornet, even think it’s funny. Everybody on screen seems to be Anthony Cox can be contacted at tony. convinced that what they are doing is cox@comcast.net

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January 21, 2011 — Entertainment

Paltrow is powerful in the very humble, Country Strong By Anthony Cox Staff Writer

Will Country Strong sway with twang? [Photo courtesy of rottentomatoes.com]

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Admittedly, when my friends and I first saw the trailer for Country Strong, we agreed it sounded like the worst State of the Union Address of all time. But the truth is, jerks like us were never meant to see Country Strong. In a revealing conversation about songwriting, the young and authentic country singer, Beau, tells Carrie Underwood surrogate, Chiles Stanton, “It ain’t Mad Libs, Chiles. You can’t just fill in the blank with a noun America loves.” This is a lie. Country Strong very expertly pulls no punches in manipulating America’s obsession with celebrity train-wreck culture, its weakness in the face of romantic sentimentality, and its narcissistic belief in the sanctity of its own anonymous, pastoral righteousness. It does this to trick humble unsuspecting peasants into believing factoryfarmed country music is not terrible. I fear it may succeed. Gwyneth Paltrow powerfully conveys country singer Kelly Canter’s inability to bear the cross of fame as she suffers the tortures of a failed preg-

nancy, a failing marriage, and a failing career. Kelly and her new lover Beau represent authentic hard-living Outlaw Country. Her big-shot producer husband and Chiles represent the shavenchest cowboys and beauty pageant Lolitas of manufactured “New Country Music.” Love and fame move them to fight out this sectarian squabble in real life and force us all to consider that maybe music industry robots need love too. When Beau sings, “I’m gonna wear you down/ I’m gonna make you see/ I’m gonna get to you/ You will give in to me” just as he falls in love with his dolled-up rival, I can’t help but feel they are really talking about us. This movie is not about the divisions between Blue State and Red State America. It is about reconciling the divisions within the country audience itself; a PSYOP on behalf of a multi-million dollar industry to bring those who say country music has lost its way back into the fold. Unless you are some kind of angry communist, you will probably give in to Country Strong too. Anthony Cox can be contacted a tony.cox@ comcast.net

Classifieds

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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 Spring 2011 issues will be on the stands February 4 & 18, March 4 & 25, April 8 & 29, May 13 and June 24.

For Sale Mobile Home For Sale! Very clean and updated with 2 bedrooms. Large porch and fenced in yard. Very low lot rent! Located close to Bus Station at 79th and Roberts. $29,9000 or best offer. Call (708) 426-4989. For Sale! Single family home for sale, quiet location, near transportation, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, Chicago Ridge, IL $173,000 call Leonard or Pam (708) 422-1289, pre-approved buyers only. 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. Furnished Room For Rent! Close to school and transportation, kitchen previledges, smoke free. Sitting room and access to internet, cable-net ready. $500 a month. Call (708) 941-4086. Freelance Editing and Journalism Contact Frank Florez, Glacier Editor in Chief, for journalism services at (708) 6531265 or e-mail him at florezf@student.morainevalley.edu

For Sale / Rent Services For Sale! Rainforest themed bouncer, playpen, bassinet, mobile and high chair for sale. In good condition, has been in storage. $150 OBO. About 3 years old, only used by one child. Willing to sell separately. Call Priscilla (708) 469-8829. For Sale! Chicago Ridge Condo by owner. 1 bed, 1 bath, balcony, washer/dryer in unit. Near Moraine. Near Metra. Have a place of your own for only $104,000. Mortgage cheaper than rent. Call (708) 953 -0193. Room For Rent! Shared Condo. $350.00/a month. Near 111th & Oak Park.All rooms are accessible. Close to Moraine & Metra. Cable and internet ready. Pets okay. Open Parking. Call Becky (708) 513-7025. Freelance Editing and Journalism Contact Liz Richardson, Glacier Copy Editor, for journalism services at (773) 5978767 or e-mail her at liz.richardson212@ yahoo.com.

Gymnastic Instructor! Join a growing companybased in Addison. Part time or Full time. Travel required. Starting pay $10 - $12 per hour. Gymnastic background is helpful but not required. Call (630) 458-9211. Room For Rent! Bridgeview Area - Furnished room, cable ready, kitchen previleges, $400/mo. $100 security deposit. Call (708) 598-4892.

Wanted Resource Data Services! Palos Hills inside sales office is looking to hire a few motivated, hard working individuals. No experience necessary. Hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay is $8.25 per hour VS. high commision plus bonus. Call for more information at (708) 974-2738. Or apply in person at 10717 S. Roberts Rd.

Career Corner

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Get a head start on your career in 2011 By Liz Richardson Copy Editor A popular resolution for the New Year is, quite simply, “get a new job.” The Job Resource Center, or JRC, is here to help you take that crucial first step towards a great career. Tamima Farooqui, Job Resource Specialist at the JRC, suggests that you “know what your resources are and use them,” in order to improve your career. The JRC is just this kind of resource, with tons of information just a click or call away. Making an appointment at the JRC could change your job search for the better. During an appointment, which usually lasts half an hour to an hour, you can learn job search strategies and improve your resume and interview skills. If you’d like a job close to class, the JRC also handles the Student Employment Program, which lets students work part-time positions on-campus. The JRC also handles internships and distributes resources on leads. Both internships and student work are important groundwork for future

A student receives guidance in the Job Resource Center. [Martin Papa] jobs. This is the time to “build experi- the place to visit. ence and a network,” says Farooqui. If you can’t go the resource, the The Non-Traditional Career Program resource can come to you. The JRC is one very interesting part of the JRC. holds workshops aimed at educating It involves students who are aiming to- students and community members wards a career in which less than 25% alike about improving their job search, of one gender is represented; males as among other things. Upcoming events nurses, for example. If you’re thinking include “Power Your Job Search with of a career outside the box, the JRC is College Central Network” on Jan. 27

from noon to 1 p.m. and “Resumes and Cover Letters that Sell You” on Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to noon. Can’t make it to a workshop? Lucky for you, the JRC has a Youtube page with recordings of past workshops so you can learn at your own pace. You can also follow the JRC on Twitter at @mvccjrc for timely updates and news or search “Job Resource Center,” on Facebook to fan their page. The information the JRC gives out is advice intended for those who have already chosen a career path, or are at least in the ballpark of what they’d like to do. The Counseling and Career Development Center, which shares S202 with the JRC, is better suited to helping students decide on a career path that suits them best. Information, resources, and the College Central Network—which hosts resumes of students from community colleges and displays them for employers—can be found at morainevalley. edu/jrc. Liz Richardson can be contacted at liz.richardson212@yahoo.com.

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Featuring the New Student Trustee by Zandro Zafra