Pennon - February 2010

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BY NELSON BAKER

Where there is tragedy, people of the world have always responded with endless waves of support, honorable intentions and words of encouragement that induce the spirit and the emotion of the human soul.

With the horrific earthquake that has taken Haiti by surprise

was left having to figure out how to put the pieces back together. Many of their authoritative officials were killed in the quake, including the archbishop, Joseph Serge Miot.

Among the buildings and infrastructure that have fallen are prisons which housed over 4,400 inmates, letting most of them roam free throughout a

BY LISA MILSO

It has been said that those who can, serve, and those who can’t, support. With the generous support from family,

ing health concerns. To say these individuals were more than grateful for the work we did would be an understatement.

Two of the three were advanced in years, one was recovering

Back row left to right Merna Portillo , Erin Hanlon, Lina Poum, Front Joseph Basher Far back Patricia Ready and Emily Jones

A young earthquake survivor carries high protein biscuits distribued by the World Food Program at an aid distribution point in Port-au-Prince, (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos) http://www.examiner.com

on January 12th, our global resolve is ever present.

The quake shook the grounds 10 miles southwest of Port-auPrince, Haiti’s capital. It was a natural disaster that the country hasn’t seen in hundreds of years. It will never be ultimately determined how many people have died from the earthquake, but it is estimated that it is anywhere between 50,000 to 200,000. Unfortunately, that number is likely to be much higher, what with those dead that were never recorded and also those that have yet to be found.

After the smoke cleared, Haiti

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region that already had to face dilemmas concerning violence and looting.

One of the poorest countries in the world, Haiti was absolutely not prepared for a disaster like this one. The aftermath consists not only of trying to cope with the loss of life, but in the struggle to find basic survival amenities such as food, water, and shelter. In the midst of these chaotic and disconcerting times lies the strength and provocation that is so badly needed for them to make it through and look beyond what has happened here.

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friends, colleagues, President Burton and the Alumni Association, eleven students, one faculty member and I had the privilege to serve and represent North Shore Community College in New Orleans. Over the course of eleven days we assisted residents to rebuild in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. From January 4th to January 14th we measured, cut, drilled, installed, mudded, sanded, painted and played a large role in getting three families closer to being back in their homes.

Imagine for a moment, if you can, what it may be like to be displaced and out of your home for over four years. Visualize living in a small trailer with your siblings and parents. Then think about how difficult it would be to work on rebuilding your home when you have bills to pay, a full time job and ongo-

been diagnosed with cancer; yet all remained hopeful, proud and accepting of our regional differences and varying degrees of skills that we had to offer.

I am forever amazed and changed by the residents’

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from a stroke, and one had just

warmth and strength as well as the insightfulness and profound impact that this trip continues to have on us. The following are a few excerpts from the student reflection papers. Their words courageously capture the emotions and experiences we all felt and encountered.

“After work one day, we went for a drive to the Lower Ninth. I didn’t realize that after four and a half years, there was still so much to be done. I felt so many different emotions as we drove through the Lower Ninth. I felt sad, angry, confused, and just completely helpless. It killed me inside to know that we wouldn’t be able to help the families in the Lower Ninth. I wish that there was something we could have done. It made me angry and confused to see how much damage there was. There were houses that we drove by that looked as though they hadn’t even been touched. The windows were broken and as we

Left, Spencer Ringwood, Right Emily Jones

looked inside, we could see old furniture and other household remains still inside some of these houses. How come the “Garden District” and “Midcity” were so nice and full of architecture, when the Lower

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Hope for Haiti Continued

With over a million Haitians now displaced, the country has plans for creating “tent cities” for immediate but temporary shelter. Over 5,000 military personnel have been shipped over to provide support, along with thousands of peacekeepers.

The United Nations, President

any easier than that.

Several other companies, agencies, and organizations have also given support to Haiti and their recovery efforts including Partners in Health, Doctors Without Borders, Worldwide of Jehovah’s Association Witnesses, and more. You can

Debris lays in the street after an earthquake along the Delmas road in Portau-Prince, Haiti. (AP Photo/Jorge Cruz) http://www.examiner.com

Obama, and many others-including officials, celebrities, and thousands more around the world have donated hundreds of millions of dollars and provided assistance, aid and much more.

By simply sending a text message to the number 90999, any one of us can donate $10 to the Red Cross, and the charge will be added to your next monthly phone bill. It really can’t get

donate and find out what these organizations are doing to help at CharityNavigator.org, jwmedia.org, redcross.org, and hundreds more.

One survivor, Emmanuel Buteau, was trapped under the rubble of his home while taking a shower. As the days passed by, he became delirious from lack of water. In complete darkness, he could hear voices but

Visit the following websites:

accepting SMS donations in the US only: * SMS text “HAITI” to 90999 to donate $10 to Red Cross relief efforts * SMS text “YELE” to 501501 to Donate $5 to Yele Haiti’s Earthquake Relief efforts * SMS text "GIVE10" to 20222 to donate $10 to Direct Relief * SMS text “HAITI” to 864833 (UNITED).

they did not answer. He said, “I was calling people but my voiced bounced back. I could hear them but they could not hear me. Every time I called them they did not respond so I became discouraged. That's when I started to believe I might be a ghost. I could not understand how I could hear them, but they couldn't hear me."

After a total of 11 days, his mother finally heard him. It was then that Emmanuel felt happy beyond words from knowing that he was not just a voiceless ghost, and more importantly, he could still take care of his aging mother who needed him to be there for her.

Since she had returned the favor in such a crucial moment, maybe by chance, maybe not, it is evident that she is deserving of her son’s care.

Now recovering in a hospital, Emmanuel counts himself as “the luckiest out of the 130-plus survivors extracted from the rubble.” Many are calling it a “miracle” that he was found alive after so many days.

Maybe if we look at all of the people that have stepped up and done so much for the people of Haiti, and all of the people that have survived within the country and are finding ways to trudge through one of the worst natural disasters of all time with their hearts in their hands, we might begin to think that miracles happen every day.

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Ninth still looked so broken and abandoned? How come we aren’t helping these people?

How come nobody has already helped these people? I hated seeing so much that needed to be done and knowing that I couldn’t do anything about it. I wish we could have helped

them.

This trip taught me many things. I learned that a little help can go a long way and it made me realize how much I have that I should be grateful for. Most importantly, this service trip showed me that I can do more to help others. I’m glad that I was chosen to go, and I am glad that I decided to go.” (Rachel

see life in a whole new perspective. Not only did it make me appreciate what I have, but it made me realize that I have been selfish.”

(Henrietta Slocum) “When I first signed up for the trip I had the assumption that we would be helping to rebuild

Patricia Ready & Henrietta Slocum

a community. Yet, when we first drove through the streets I saw so many houses still boarded up. When Miss Antoinette came and talked with us I realized that we were not rebuilding neighborhoods, we are rebuilding lives and families which then strengthen the community as a whole. The look on Miss Antoinette’s husband’s face

How You Can Help the Vicitms of Haiti’s Earthquake

http://www.worldvision.org

https://secure.oxfamamerica.org / https://voluntee r.united-eway.org http://www.clintonbushhaitifun d.org/

Gifts to the Fund support longterm recovery efforts to rebuild lives and infrastructure devastated by disaster and to address educational, financial and health-related challenges.

United Way Worldwide members in the Caribbean region have mobilized their staff, volunteer leaders and resources in response. Checks can be sent to the address below with the "Fund" referenced in either the memo line or an enclosed correspondence: United Way Worldwide P.O. Box 630568 Baltimore, MD 212630568 The following organizations are

Donate to UNICEF UNICEF is deploying clean water and sanitation supplies, therapeutic foods, medical supplies and temporary shelter to Jacmel and Port-au-Prince.

UNICEF will also be focusing on children who have become separated from their families to protect them from harm or exploitation.

Donate to CARE CARE plans to start food distributions using stocks of highprotein biscuits from CARE warehouses in Haiti. CARE has 133 staff who are on the ground coordinating with U.N. agencies and other aid organizations to gather more detailed informa-

tion about the damage and will rapidly scale up response based on those assessments.

The Haitian Elders Affairs League, Inc. is having a drive for article of necessities like medicines, canned food, clothing, blankets, and toiletries and others. We are asking for your support. We are also taking monetary donations. A relief account is open at Eastern Bank.

If you would like to help please donate to the Haitian Relief Fund, make deposit at any Eastern Bank. Account No. 4594533 Or you can send check / money order to: Haitian Relief Fund Eastern Bank 156 Boston St. Lynn, MA 01904 You may also ceck in wih Student Life at either campus to see what NSCC is going to do to support the victims and their families.

Kneeling Emily Jones, Standing is Spencer Ringwood, Forground Clyde Sheppard

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“Some teammates and I felt that the work we put in was not significant enough. However the homeowners and supervisors were very appreciative and kept reminding us that our work was making a difference” (Lina Poum) “Going to New Orleans was one of the best things that ever happened to me. I feel it made me

when he saw the drywall in place above the stairs was priceless. The huge smile on his face brought a tear to my eye. His smile showed me that although I did not feel like we were doing much, to him we were a blessing.”(Clyde Sheppard) Thank you again to all who supported our efforts. New Orleans can and will be rebuilt as long as we continue to work together.

The Shocking Senate Race Results for the People’s Seat

BY ANONYMOUS The race: Republican Candidate Scott Brown, Democratic Candidate Coakley, and Martha Independent Candidate Joseph Kennedy all ran for their shot at the former Senator Ted Kennedy’s seat in the senate, a Massachusetts Special Election so intense it received national attention!

So why all the fuss?

In the state legislature, Democrats have power over 90% of the seats. Because of their majority control, they were able to alter the law and allow Democratic Governor Deval Patrick to appoint a replacement for Kennedy in the period before a special election was held. This allowed the Democrats to maintain the 60th Senate seat and break the Republican (GOP) filibuster (the GOP attempt to extend indefinitely the debate) on health care reform.

That tactic did not sit well with the Republicans because the Democrats passed legislature in 2004, requiring a special election and taking away the ability of the governor to fill a vacant Senate seat. This was done to make sure that then GOP Governor Mitt Romney could not appoint a Republican to fill out John Kerry's term had he been elected president in 2004.

So this race was extremely important to the Democrats; their U.S. Senate supermajority was needed to pass healthcare reform.

The results: With 100 % of precincts reporting, Brown had won 51.9 % to Coakley’s 47.1 %. Independent Joseph L. Kennedy received 1 %.

history by defeating Democrat Martha Coakley to become the state’s next US Senator. Brown became the first Republican Senator elected from Massachusetts since 1972.

There is now a 41st Republican Senator -- enough to stop the health care bill with a filibuster when it comes back for one final vote in the Senate. In an ironic twist, Brown could be the only vote needed to thwart the Democratic-led health care plan from moving ahead, a plan that Edward M. Kennedy, Senator for 47 years, called (health care) “the cause of my life.’’

Brown did say of Kennedy, “This special election came about because we lost someone very dear to Massachusetts, and to America. Senator Ted Kennedy was a tireless and big-

speech with “Fellow citizens, what happened in this election can happen all over America.

We are witnesses, you and I, to the truth that ideals, hard work, and strength of heart can overcome any political machine. We ran a campaign never to be forgotten, and led a cause that deserved and received all that we could give it. And now, because of your independence, and your trust, I will hold for a time the seat once filled by patriots from John Quincy Adams to John F. Kennedy and his brother Ted. As I proudly take up the duty you have given me, I promise to do my best for Massachusetts and America every time the roll is called. I go to Washington as the representative of no faction or interest, answering only to my conscience and to the people. I’ve got a lot to learn in the Senate,

BY DR. LLOYD HOLMES DEAN OF STUDENTS

A Few Things to Consider this Semester

Scott Brown, Republican Candidate

hearted public servant, and for most of my lifetime was a force like no other in this state. His name will always command the affection and respect of the people of Massachusetts, and the same goes for his wife Vicki.

There’s no replacing a man like that, but tonight I honor his memory and I pledge my very

but I know who I am and I know who I serve. I’m Scott Brown, I'm from Wrentham, I drive a truck and I am nobody’s Senator but yours. Thank you very much.”

To learn about Scott Brown and where he stands on issues go to http://www.brownforussenate.c om/

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Democratic Candidate Martha Coakley Republican Scott P. Brown pulled off one of the biggest victories in Massachusetts political

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best to be a worthy successor.’’

As he said this the crowd chanted “Forty-one! Forty-one!’’

Brown ended his acceptance

WRITE TO THE PENNON AND BE INCLUDED IN NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE!

As the Dean of Students, I encounter numerous students from varied backgrounds on a daily basis. With this diversity come so many opportunities for me to teach, though not in a formal classroom setting, and opportunities for me to learn from these students.

As students, staff, and faculty, each of us contribute greatly to the teaching and learning that exist here at the College. As we interact with each other, I offer a few tips for students that may lead to a more successful and enjoyable semester:

Understand your commitments.

So often student fail to be successful because they fail to understand the impact of things to which they have committed t h e m s e l v e s .

A part of understanding them is realizing the time that must be given to them. Acquiring an education in the classroom requires that time be given not only to the actual in-class activities but also to homework, projects, and study.

As you consider outside jobs and family commitments, you must plan your time accordingly and know that time management actually is the managing of events that take place in the time that you are given…24 hours per day.

Get involved.

Research has shown that students who are involved in College activities in- and outside the classroom tend to be the

ones who are more successful.

These students find experiences and personal connections on the campus that often lead to lasting impressions. These experiences tend to provide students with opportunities for fun, socializing, emotional support on the campus, intellectual stimulation, and at times, physical fitness activities. Seek these opportunities throughout the campus.

Give back.

As you begin this semester, each of us has been given an opportunity not afforded to so many others. Each of us may have some type of struggle, but in some way, whether locally or abroad, we can positively impact others. I find numerous students who are willing to share the struggles they have endured who recognize that their being enrolled at NSCC is a gift that is not taken for granted. So often these students say to me, “I want to be a role model…I want to give back.”

As you go about your daily life, consider what it is that you can give to benefit the lives of others.

Recognize resources available to you.

Over and over in my life, I have heard that getting the job done is much easier if you have the proper tools or resources. Much of your success on the campus may depend on the utilization of resources that are available to you. If you have a question or concern, seek out the resources on the campus. If you don’t know where to go, staff and faculty are more than willing to steer you in the proper direction.

I wish you a truly enjoyable semester.

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Service-Learning

always have relevance to the course. Students are assessed or graded through reflection, often with a follow up paper on their experiences with service.

were able to expand their knowledge of cooking American Cuisine.

For another example, Kathy

One thing is certain, volunteer work can definitely give direction to those uncertain as to what career path they want to take; moreover, service-learning helps narrow down choices.

It’s not a guarantee that students will always find their passion when doing service, but it will definitely give them life experience and direction.

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BY WILLIAM DOWD

NSCC’s service-learning program is going into its ninth year.

The program started with just a handful of faculty members, and has now grown quite a bit.

The program has now reached 50 faculty members on board and 400 students participating in service-learning activities in the community every semester.

If student service-learning participation at NSCC were added up, the tally would be well over 20,000 hours of service. Last academic year alone students completed 5,000 hours of service. With all that written, you may be asking: “Okay, what is service-learning?”

Service-Learning, for many, has been an experimental form of teaching and learning, because these classes are not taught entirely in the traditional sense.

There are parts of the course where students are learning in their communities, not just within the walls of the classroom.

The services being performed

“It doesn’t happen all the time, but sometimes students find their passion in working with a specific population or a specific setting,” said Kaluzny.

Left to right: Peter Diisso, Sarah Nicoll, Raeanne DePamphilis, Christine Webber, Melanie Zarella, Kayla Rivera, Jessica Bishop, Cameron Miles, Scott Aulson, Jacqueline Collins, Samantha Morrissey, Dean Gillette, Naomi Hudson, Rory Madden, Adam Finer & Prof. Kathy Yanchus

According to Cate Kaluzny, NSCC service-learning coordinator, “Students can reflect by creating artwork, participating in discussion groups, and using online methods.” Reflection is absolutely essential to servicelearning. These courses give students a deeper understanding of the course they’re taking and its subject matter.

Take for instance Linda Bassett’s American Cuisine course which provides an excellent example of service-learning. Nine of her culinary students volunteered at Inn Between/Inn Transition to prepare frozen meals for the community based organization’s 40 residents.

The staff at Inn Between/Inn Transition were grateful for students’ help; likewise students

Yanchus’ Reading Two course travelled to Stewart School in Topsfield, Massachusetts last semester to read stories to 2nd graders.

NSCC students engaged the children in discussion and led activities related to topics on the books they have read. Students performed a great community service.

Service-Learning not only complements the classroom but transcends it, offering students benefits outside of their academics.

At the beginning of each semester, Kaluzny visits classes to communicate potential benefits.

Such benefits from service include: building social capital, becoming civically engaged citizens, active real-life experience, and maybe even help a student find their passion in life.

heart to help others,” says Kaluzny, further noting that volunteering provides job experience, time management, and organizational and people skills.

With as many faculty members placing a service-learning component in their course these days, there’s a good chance most students will end up in one of those classes during their time on campus.

“When you do I encourage you to embrace the opportunity and learn from it,” said Kaluzny.

Members of the NSCC commu-

Linda Bassett, Vlad Shapiro; Sally McDonald; Sabina Petersen; MarciLuca; Steve Hayes; Amanda Clough; Kim Nguyen, Paul Bethune, A.J. Rouge

During Kaluzny’s classroom visits, she encourages students to place volunteer and servicelearning on resumes/transfer applications.

“This tells potential employers or admissions people at a four year school that you have work experience, but it all tells them something about your character-that you are willing to give your time, your skills, and your

nity can inquire about ServiceLearning opportunities, whether on the student or faculty level by calling Kaluzny at 978.762.4000, ext. x5571/2148 or email ckaluzny@northshore.edu.

Lastly, students wishing to take a service-learning course can do so by looking at the master schedule.

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Another Side of Me

Send us your opinion about anything! Up to 500 words. Preferably in MS Word Document. Send to pennon@northshore.edu or drop off at any Student Life Office or The Pennon Office (DM 124). It will be edited for spelling and grammar. Opinions and editorials are not necessarily those of The Pennon.

BY NELSON BAKER

I love to write, and I always try to write from the heart. I try to be honest and tell it like it is, even if others might misunderstand me. This is just one of the challenges of writing, and I am grateful that I have a forum where others may take a look at what I have to say. It makes the nights when I sit down to write that much more exciting for me.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about something. Why is it that so many people seem to be absorbed with the routine in their lives, almost as if they are programmed machines, emotionless and cold? I have to admit, I am guilty of this myself from time to time, but I see it right now, and that’s what matters.

To feel alive in this world, really alive, is so important. I feel it when I train at my boxing club, I feel it when I am writing, and also when I hear really good music. It kind of wakes me up from the mundane parts of my life that have to be there. It makes me realize that my

dreams are still alive and strong.

Sometimes though, I feel something I can’t completely understand. It can be overwhelming, but in a good way. It may be embarrassing for another guy to admit, but I also feel it when I hear specific love songs.

There’s this other side of me that comes to the surface every now and then. Every person has it, though not all would admit it.

It’s a side that is unlike anything I can altogether describe, but it’s there; it’s alive, and it’s powerful. I’ve never written about this before because it’s not easy to explain. We have different aspects to our character for a reason, I believe. It makes us whole. It makes our lives complete. Without this side of us, we would all be robotic and boring.

When the song comes on the radio, it’s like immediately something happens. I feel like I want to try to be a better person; I think of someone I care about, and so many things are suddenly not so difficult anymore. But then I feel more. Like I want to

do something “good.”

Something that might change things in some way. Something big. Something amazing. I feel like anything is possible, all within just a few minutes.

Life would not be life without emotion. Not just coming from the one by your side, but from others that matter in your life too, and even some that you have never met. In the most memorable movies with the most action or fighting, emotion is in full force. Movies like Gladiator, Cinderella Man, and Rocky IV, emotion leads the story. It strengthens the meaning of the movie and combines passion with war. I believe music can originate passion in us all. It can put meaning in our lives in so many different ways.

If you really listen to a song and open yourself up to it completely, these things can happen. You can find solace here, happiness, hope, maybe even a cure for depression. I see music as a cure for almost anything. It can persuade your mind, push you to

believe in yourself when your afraid to, motivate you, or help you to come up with great ideas.

You have to really listen, and not just with your ears.

Everyone loves music, but I don’t think everyone knows how powerful it really can be.

Different types of music have given me so much motivation, so many ideas, calmed me, excited me, gave me great courage, helped me to work out with more intensity that I ever thought I could have, opened up my heart, and made me smile. It has really made a difference in my life. Maybe most importantly, it made me believe that our humanity should be what matters most in this world.

We all have the ability to hear with our minds and see with our hearts, all at the same time. The secrets to finding a way to make your dreams come true can be found within a bright and shining soul, one that has found its strength somewhere in the heart of emotional, meaningful, powerful, and genuine music.

Sawyer Says

I would like to welcome the new students to North Shore Community College. You are about to embark on a new journey that will be so beneficial to your life in so many ways.

Please get involved in any or all activities here on campus.

I find that getting involved is the best way to feel really connected to the college. Get to know your professors. They will be your best connections to the job market and your studies.

Get help if you need it. Use the Tutoring Lab, Disabilities Services and everything else.

The staff here really wants you to succeed.

For returning students, welcome back. It’s good to have you here. Even you should get involved with everything. There is something for everyone.

To everyone, STUDY HARD and HAVE FUN! School isn’t all textbooks and quizzes. I wish everyone a wonderful semester.

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Wash Without Detergent – Let the Ball Do It All!

BY LEILA BELCHER Tired of lugging giant bottles of detergent to the laundry room? Can’t afford to pour all of that money down the drain?

Give A Green Bag, the company known as the leader in high quality, environmentally friendly products, is proud to introduce the GreenWash Ball, an inventive and affordable new way to do all of your laundry.

T h e GreenWash Ball is an alternative to harmful laundry detergents that pollute the earth. Composed of natural ceramics, this plastic, non-toxic sphere is antibacterial and hypo-allergenic. Just one GreenWash Ball equals the cleaning power of 25 bottles of laundry soap. One could do four year’s worth of laundry for the price of just one GreenWash Ball.

To use, separate your white loads from colors, place the GreenWash Ball in with your laundry, and proceed as you normally would.

The friction created by the natural ceramics raises the pH level of the water, making it easier for stains to be released. It cleans in the same way as normal detergents and leaves clothes smelling fresh.

Don’t waste your money on cleaning products that are gone after one use!

The GreenWash Ball is a next generation cleaner that is saving the planet and saving you money.

The GreenWash Ball can be purchased individually for $24.

Wholesale pricing is available.

It is also included in Give A Green Bag’s Clean and Green Laundry set, which includes soapberry nuts, an ancient Indian cleaning product. Visit www.giveagreenbag.com for more information.

BY TANYA GREEN

A Holiday Rich With Green

Going along with the current societal trends of environmental friendliness, AKA being Green, is not about my family (although it really should be) or the awesome holiday pay I made at work instead of being with my family. This is about the most amazing discovery I have ever made in the realm of gift-wrapping.

These little (or big) wonders are called Wrap Sacks. A wrap sack is reusable gift-wrap made of fabric; the company that makes them also makes tote bags and reusable greeting cards.

I discovered these new wonders of the world while at Whole Foods after work. Aside from Whole Foods, the only other place I have seen them available for purchase is on the company website http://wrapsacks.com.

Wrap sacks are the ideal solu-

tion to gift-wrapping drama for the gift-wrapping impaired (yours truly) or the person with not enough time and/or too many gifts. Not only are these convenient, they are environmentally friendly, making their appearance on the market quite timely considering the current trends in society.

Wrap sacks are sold in a variety of sizes and designs.

Whatever the taste or size of the gift,

there is sure to be a wrap sack for it. Although they are made in Indonesia, the company is in the US. Wrap sacks are the brain child of the

Miners, a family of four who were tired of cleaning up wrapping paper after Christmas and other gift worthy occasions.

Being focused on the environment as well as a solution to their problem, the family began to go online and research green methods of designing gift-wrap that would be less of a hassle to clean up. After a while the Miners discovered an Indonesian art called Batik. Batik involves dying cotton-based fabric with natural dyes derived from flowers, trees, and other natural materials.

The next step in the process is the design, which is created by pressing melted wax onto the fabric with copper tools.

As a decorative addition the ties have coconut pieces at the ends to hold the knots in place.

Thus far I have given many gifts in wrap sacks. In all instances the gift-wrap made a bigger hit than the gifts themselves.

LOVE + CONDOMS= HEALTHY, HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

BY SARAH KENNEDY MCPHEE, M.P.H., HEALTH QUARTERs

Why does "National Condom Week," February 8-14th, coincide with Valentine’s Day? Do we really need a week to celebrate condoms? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Using condoms can show how much you care for your partner because condoms promote a healthy life.

Of course, we’ve heard the reasons for not using male condoms; “They slow things down,” “My partner won’t wear them”, and “They don’t feel as good”, are some of the most popular. But the reasons FOR using them are even better: They’re 98% effective in preventing pregnancy when used correctly, and are highly effective against most STDs.

However, in the heat of the moment it can be difficult to think of good comebacks to a reluctant partner's condom objections.

We've found some of the best, thanks to www.menstuff.org; choose the ones that work for you and try to

keep them in mind if and when you need them.

Objection #1: I don't use condoms.

Answer: OK. Then let's think of ways we can have fun without intercourse.

Or: I never make love without a condom. No glove, no love.

Objection #2: I don't have a condom with me.

Answer: The drug store up the street is open all night. Let's go buy some.

Or: I have one. Or: Let's wait until we're prepared.

Objection #3: Condoms are too expensive.

Answer: Let's share the cost. Or: Let's skip the movie Saturday and we can buy several dozen.

Or: I'll pay for them. The peace of mind is worth it. Or: Let's get free condoms at

Health Quarters!

Objection #4: I'm allergic to them.

Answer: Let's try another brand or type. Or: I'm allergic to sperm. It could make me “break out” in STDs and sometimes even pregnancy.

Objection #5: But we've been having sex without condoms.

Answer: I know we could enjoy each other more if I didn't have to worry. Or: That doesn't mean it's not a good idea from now on.

Objection #6: I'm on the pill.

Trust me.

Answer: I do trust you; it's the pill I'm worried about. Let's play it safe. Or: The pill works great for preventing pregnancy, but condoms can protect us from infections we might not even know we have.

Objection #7: I wouldn't give you a disease.

Answer: I know you wouldn't intentionally, but either of us could have an infection and not know it. Why take chances?

Objection #8: Sex isn't as good.

I can't feel much with a condom on. It's like wearing a raincoat in the shower. They're fake, unnatural, a total turnoff.

Answer: There's plenty of feeling left, and I wouldn't feel safe without it.

Or: You're right. Condoms do reduce the sensitivity for both of us a little, but that's not all bad.

It gives us a chance to concentrate on other parts of our bodies.

Or: Please let's try to work this out - an infection doesn't feel so great either. If we use a condom we'll both relax and that will make our lovemaking better (It may help you last longer, too).

Or: Honey, you won't feel anything unless we use a condom.

Objection #9: Condoms don't work that well. I can still get pregnant.

Answer: No birth control method is 100% effective, but 98% is pretty good.

Or: Condoms are a very good method as long as we don't forget to use one every time.

Objection #10: You won’t get pregnant – you can always get Plan B. Answer: Plan B is about 89% effective, condoms are 98% effective - do the math. And Plan B doesn’t provide any protection from STDs.

And if a partner continues to give you a hard time about using condoms, you might want to really think about whether that person is worth your attention.

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Latino/Hispanic Culture and Health Care Delivery Understanding Differences

BY SUSAN MOELLER, SPTA

Cultural competency is extremely important for today’s medical professional. Anyone in this line of work can expect to meet patients from a variety of backgrounds.

The Latino/Hispanic population in particular is growing rapidly in the United States. The intent of this paper is to facilitate more effective communications between the American health provider and the care Latino/Hispanic patient through an exploration of some of the differences in the social and cultural expectations of each group.

Firstly,

Latino patients, move a step closer or, if sitting, lean forward towards the person you are speaking to. Once a rapport is established, a gentle hand on the arm or pat on the back will not be interpreted as an invasion, but rather, an indication of attention and interest.

American and Latino cultures also differ on the subject of time orientation. American culture is extremely future oriented, meaning

it

needs to be said that all statements herein are generalizations. As with any group of people, acculturation (the length of time a person has been immersed in a different culture) will determine the degree to which there is cultural misunderstanding or understanding.

For example, an American doctor will have a more difficult time establishing a rapport with a recently emigrated, elderly Guatemalan woman than he or she would with that woman’s 2nd generation Guatemalan/American granddaughter. In this case, establish-

ing a relationship with the granddaughter would be beneficial to the elder’s treatment as the granddaughter could ”translate” any cultural differences the elder might find confusing or offensive.

A good way to begin establishing an effective therapeutic relationship with a patient of Latin decent is through body language. Unlike many cultures, Americans have a large “personal space” zone, which can only be entered comfortably by invitation. This is not the case in Hispanic cultures.

Latin people, even those who do not have a familiar relationship, tolerate physical closeness and contact. When speaking with

Americans tend to look at their schedule and attempt to adhere closely to their “plan” in order to accomplish all the set goals.

Latin cultures, conversely, are more present oriented, and thereby a bit more “laid back.”

If a Hispanic patient has a dentist appointment at three in the afternoon and is having lunch with a friend before, the activity at hand, lunch and friendship, will take the priority and be finished when it is finished. Then, that person will proceed to spend as much time as is needed at the next appointment.

This can cause problems in clinics and offices that wish to adhere closely to their scheduled appointment times. A solu-

tion might be to call a chronically late patient an hour ahead of their scheduled time as a reminder, or find out when they expect to arrive, and adjust accordingly by beginning treatments with patients who are already present.

Familial participation represents another difference in cultural traditions. Where an American patient may bring one family member along for support to a medical appointment, a Hispanic patient may bring m a n y .

This can be overwhelming and even off-putting to clinicians who are not prepared.

Here are a few things to keep in mind: 1) Be

respectful of every member. This means acknowledging everyone’s presence with a “Hello, how are you?” (and listening to their answer for future reference!) 2) Be aware that important decisions are typically made by the entire family and the eldest male has the most influence. Include as many elders as possible in “briefings” so that informed decisions can be made. Also, if necessary, be sure to use a nonfamily interpreter for unbiased, thorough understanding. 3) Since everyone will want to go in to visit his or her loved one during inpatient stays, which often violates visitor restrictions and must be dealt with delicately, suggest that members visit in ”shifts” on different days, bringing along notes or cards from those who have already had, or are waiting for their turn to visit.

A final point that may not be so different from American culture, other than by degree, is care of the ill or injured. Latin families show their love, respect and support for a member who is unwell by helping them however they can.

This is especially true with the elderly, but also with the young.

At times this behavior may interfere with the recovery of the compromised individual.

A remedy for this rather wonderful dilemma is family educa-

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Cultural Project : The History of Chocolate

BY JOHN HRUSKA

If you enjoy chocolate, then you owe thanks to the ancient peoples of South America. In contemporary society, chocolate to eat, to cook with, and to flavor is easily accessible. We take for granted the fact that the delicious flavor of chocolate is usually within reach. If it were not for South America and it’s indigenous inhabitants however, the world would not have chocolate among it’s many diverse and unique flavors.

Chocolate is derived from the seed of the cacao tree, native only to the equatorial regions of the Amazon and Orinoco river basins of South America. The scientific name for the cacao tree, Theobroma cacao, means “food of the gods” in Greek,

which to many is quite appropriate.

Cultivation of the cacao tree began more than three thousand years ago. The Maya, Toltec, and Aztec used cacao seeds as currency, though not exclusively, and also created a bitter drink from the seeds, which the Aztec called xocoatl.

Xocoatl, a Nahuatl term for “bitter water,” is made by roasting dried, shelled beans that have been fermented in their pods.

After roasting in earthen pots, the seeds are ground into a paste over a fire in a b o w l shaped s t o n e called a metate.

Assorted spices, such as chili powder and vanilla, are added to the paste which is then molded into small cakes that are cooled and hardened while wrapped in leaves and placed under a tree. When solidified, the cakes are broken apart, added to hot water, and mixed

vigorously to produce a foamy consistency.

Xocoatl was occasionally imbibed during special ceremonies. It was at one of these ceremonies that chocolate began it’s migration to the world outside of South America.

In 1502, Christopher Columbus brought cacao beans back to Spain after his fourth voyage, but it’s worth was not recognized until 1519, when Spanish conquistadors, namely Hernan Cortez, were introduced by the Aztec in Mexico to xocoatl.

The Aztec emperor Montezuma and Cortez drank xocoatl in Montezuma’s court. The conquistadors brought xocoatl back to Spain where it was found to

be too bitter for Spanish tastes, so it was sweetened with sugar and kept secret from the rest of Europe for nearly a hundred years.

Due to high import costs, cacao seeds were affordable only to the affluent members of Spanish society.

After it’s spread from Spain, chocolate remained prohibitively expensive to the general populace of Europe.

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The Golden Age of Video Games (1978-1984)

BY ZACH CAREY In this day and age of lifelike graphics, crystal clear voice acting, and multi-button controllers, it’s easy to forget that there was a time when video games were a popular form of socialization and not just restricted to the home. Between the seven-year span of 1978 to 1984, arcades were the primary places where people could play video games. There were home consoles during this timeframe, such as the Atari 2600, the Colecovision, and the Mattel Intellivision, but they could not reproduce the arcade experience at home. Therefore, it is my goal here to examine this magical time when yellow circles gobbled dots and ghosts, green frogs crossed traffic-ridden streets to get to their lily pads, and carpenters climbed ladders to rescue their girlfriends from apes.

The beginning of the golden era of video games can be traced back to 1978, when a Japanese company, Taito, released Space Invaders and created a nationwide sensation in Japan. Space Invaders became such a success in its native country that it created a shortage of the 100-yen coin needed to play the game.

Midway later acquired the American licensing rights to the game and released it here the same year. Although it never caused any kind of money shortage in the United States, it nevertheless went on to become the most popular video arcade game of the year. Thus, the golden era of video games began!

Perhaps the most famous and, in this reporter’s opinion, the best company that developed and published arcade video games during the golden era was Atari.

Their string of hits reads like a who’s who of video games: Asteroids (1979), Centipede (1980), Pole Position (1982), Missile Command (1980), Dig Dug (1982); the list goes on and on. While these games may seem primitive today, their addictive gameplay and charm have enabled them to stand the test of time and become pop culture icons. In its first year of release alone, Asteroids earned $750 million dollars in quarters.

A feat like this is still mind-boggling even today, let alone back in 1979, when most movies were lucky if they could break $50 million at the box office.

By 1980, video arcade games had become a national pastime in the United States. Besides dedicated arcades, these games could also be found at bowling alleys, bars, convenience stores, pizza parlors, and numerous other places. It didn’t take long for the mainstream media to

pick up on this trend, either.

Time Magazine featured a cover story in their January 18, 1982 edition devoted to arcade games, while MAD ran two issues with video game-related covers the same year. ABC aired a successful Saturday morning cartoon show based on Pac-Man for two seasons, as did CBS, which aired Saturday Supercade, a compilation of different segments based on arcade games (i.e., Donkey Kong, Q*Bert, Frogger, etc.).

Unfortunately, like most other things in life, the golden age of video games came to an untimely end in 1984. Home computers were all the rage that year, and consumers wanted something with which they could do more than just play video games. Furthermore, the market for both arcade and home console video games was flooded with numerous titles, many of which were poor imitations of superior games like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, and Space Invaders. The short-lived laserdisc game trend, started by Dragon’s Lair in 1983, also fizzled out due to the fact that most of these games had nothing to offer beyond state-of-the-art live-action/animation sequences. Although there were some exceptional video games released in the wake of the 1984 “crash,” such as Arkanoid, Rampage, and Hang-On, they weren’t monster hits like the Space Invaders and the PacMans of yore. It was not until 1987, when the NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) started picking up steam, that the mainstream consumers started to take notice of video games again.

In hindsight, the golden era of arcade video games was truly that. Many of the classics from that timeframe are still just as entertaining and addictive as they were then. Funspot, a family entertainment center located in the Laconia-Weirs Beach area of New Hampshire, has a section entirely dedicated to the retro games of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Both players old enough to remember the golden era and younger ones raised on the original Playstation and Nintendo 64 flock to this mecca of arcades to take a trip back in time. But perhaps the greatest testament to the enduring appeal of the older video games is that Mario, easily the most famous video game character next to Pac-Man, debuted in Donkey Kong in 1981 and still remains a widely recognizable figure. It will be interesting to see if today’s crop of video games will have the same staying power in another 20 or 30 years

Movie Review: Ol d D o gs

BY NICK STILIANOS Rated: PG (for some mild rude humor) 2 ½ out of 4 stars

Laughter is a very powerful medicine. In this case, you are expected to feel a little bit better after you see this movie.

If director Walt Becker (who also directed Wild Hogs, with John Travolta) can put four middle-age men on a motorcycle for a 2,000 mile ride, then he can surely assemble a similar concept, but with two kids, two bachelors, and no bikes.

Through the entire movie the storyline goes from one hilarious result to another, but you can hope to see a special family or friend moment come into place.

You can look at this picture as a combo of “Meet the Parents” humor and “Two and a Half Men,” but with more work than laziness.

Dan and Charlie (Williams and Travolta) are business partners and the best of friends since the school yard days, leading an important business deal of their career.

When she has to go off to jail for a couple of weeks for some rebellious acts, the responsibility of the kids is put into the lives hands of Dan and Charlie. What could possibly go wrong?

It is not often that you see a movie that was a family project too. John Travolta was the main

John Travolta and Robin Williams

character, his wife Kelly Preston played William’s love interests, and their daughter Ella Bleu played the twin daughter.

Other actors that gave into lots of laughs include Seth Green (Austin Powers Trilogy), Matt Dillon (There’s Something About Mary), Dax Shepard (Without a Paddle), and the late Bernie Mac (Guess Who).

This movie had a lot of good laughs and clever humor, but the time of release was bad in a couple of ways.

1.This film’s release date was pushed back from April 10th to November 25th, 2009 because

Werewolf Thriller

TIM GARRITY This new thriller transforms the traditional view of werewolves.

“Vargulf” by Tim Garrity is a quick-paced gripping narrative of a murderous werewolf on the BY

Everything changes when Vicki (a Vegas vacation hook up) wants to see Dan, after seven years. During their lunch she confesses that Dan is the father of two 7 year old twins. Good bye bachelor life!

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loose in Boston.

While many are mesmerized with werewolves, Garrity takes a different approach to the typical werewolf story. In his chilling page-turner, Garrity shows his detective characters racing to find the perpetrator of recent homicides in and around the urban area of Boston.

"Despite the large amount of werewolf fiction in film and print, I found most just merely rehashed the same old story," says Garrity. Unlike most werewolves, the one in Vargulf is conscious of its actions and is more comparable to a serial killer. In addition, Garrity steers CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

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M U S E U M O F S C I E N C E , B O S T O N T O P RE S E N T N E W E N G L A N D P R E M I E R E OF ARABIA IN THE MUGAR OMNI IMA X® DOME THEATER

-Giant-screen documentary film is a kaleidoscopic portrait spanning 2,000 years of Arabian history, as told by three modern-day Arabian citizensThe Museum will celebrate film opening with evening premiere event, February 11, 2010 BOSTON -January20, 2010The Museum of Science is proud to present the New England premiere of Arabia, a new giant-screen documentary

entertainment inspired by the film. At this exclusive premiere, guests can meet 24-year-old Saudi-Arabian filmmaker, Hamzah Jamjoom, who will share his experience as a key figure in the film. Limited tickets are available to the public.

The Museum's newest Omni presentation is a kaleidoscopic portrait of Arabia that delves into its storied past and oncoming future through a mix of contemporary images of modern-

laden Red Sea, explore the ruins of a towering lost city, journey back in time to the Islamic golden age of invention, and join three million Muslims on the Hajj pilgrimage—the largest gathering on Earth. Narrated by three modern-day Arabians, the film will introduce audiences to the young Arabians transforming tomorrow’s world.

For many people, Arabia will be a first chance to experience life in a part of the world usually

Arabia Premiere—Special Event

Thursday, February 11, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. (6:30 p.m. reception; 8 p.m. screening)

Photos courtesy of the Museum of Science MacGillivray Freeman Films

opening to the public in the Museum's Mugar Omni Theater, Friday, February 12, 2010. On Thursday, February 11, 2010, the Museum will celebrate the film debut with an evening premiere event, which will feature food, drink, presentations, and

day life, epic historical recreations of ancient civilizations, and digital visual effects.

Through the magic of New England's only IMAX® dome theater, audiences can ride across the dunes with a camel caravan, dive into the treasure-

glimpsed only in news clips.

The film presents a surprising and illuminating journey that can serve as a bridge between two cultures that have long misunderstood one another.

BY: NICK STILIANOS Rated: R (for strong bloody brutal violence and torture, a of rape scene, and perverse language) 3 ¼ out of 4 stars What is the difference between right and wrong? Is it right to rob a store or bank for money in a desperate time with

the economy’s present condition, but wrong because you broke the law?

when they hear of a minimum sentence with bail or that the defendant walks, then that really gives you a splitting headache because it makes absolutely no sense on why they did it. Was it because of a lack of evidence, the testimony was false, or that the person’s plea is a lie? The system is judged in so many ways that not even one man could take matters into his own hands just to make it better.

Arabia is sponsored by The

Movie Review: Law Abiding Citizen

Jamie Foxx and Gerard Butler

MathWorks. Admission to the Mugar Omni Theater is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (60 +) and $7 for children (3-11). For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, the public can call 617/723-2500, (TTY) 617/589-0417, or visit mos.org.

Everyone has either known somebody, watched someone, or read about another person’s long outgoing trial and predictions of what they should receive for their actions. Except,

Clyde Shelton (Butler) loses everything when a couple of robbers breaks into his house and kills his wife and daughter.

He thought that the justice system will arrange the killers actions, but that did not happen.

Nick Rice (Foxx), the Assistant District Attorney for the city of Philadelphia, made a deal with one of the killers to testify CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

$25 for non-members; $20 for members

Be the first to see the Museum's newest giant-screen film at its New England premiere! Escape the cold and travel to the exotic

and fascinating land of Arabia where you'll discover an extraordinary culture in the midst of monumental change.

Join us for an exclusive reception featuring food, drink, and entertainment inspired by the film, including belly dancing and henna art demonstrations presented by the Boston Center for Adult Education. Meet 24year-old Saudi-Arabian filmmaker, Hamzah Jamjoom, who will share his experience as a central figure in the film. Arabia

follows the story of Jamjoom, as he returns home from Chicago's De Paul University to make a film about his native culture.

Explore the ancient tombs of a lost city; dive through the reefs of the Red Sea; and experience

Sh er loc k H olmes

BY: CHRISTOPHER LEE When I think of Sherlock Holmes, I think of the typical boring man in a plaid suit with the awkward cap on with the front and rear visor. But a recent visit to Chunky’s Cinema has changed everyones view on this legendary character. This movie takes you on a twisting adven-

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ture of action, drama, and comedy fun for the whole family. I haven’t seen a unique movie like this one in a long time.

There’s something evil threatening the early 20th century’s city of London. Sherlock, played by CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

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“IT WON’T BE THE SAME”

It's the little things that count

BY ROZI THEOHARI

We, non-communist people, who lived behind the “Iron Curtain” in East Europe hoped and believed in the Kennedy brothers. We felt that they were our saviors directly or indirectly.

The race…

December 8, 2009—Tuesday morning.

I am going to vote…

To fill the legendary seat Of the late Senator Edward M. Kennedy—the Lion of the Senate!

Held by him a half century— We will miss his roar!

On the first page of the Boston Herald—his possible successors: Four Democrat candidates-portraits dreamily smiling: Michael Capuano-Stephen Pagliuca-Martha Coakley-Alan Khazei Four foes scramble…

To continue the “Massachusetts Spirit” and solve its needs.

In my ears sound the phone calls With the warm words and promises of the candidates.

I am going to vote There is a chill wind in the air— A bright-blinding cold sun My eyes and my face are wet From the plink-plink drops of the fir trees’ melting snow Imprinting on me—this historical event, The second Ted Kennedy funeral, The family still grieving. (“The King is dead—Long live the King!”)

I am going to vote…substitute— T. Kennedy, who 13 months ago voted for Obama, Ms. Regina, a Hyannis poll worker remembers.

The old lady, a long time friend of Ted, bellowed, moaned: “Going to the polls this time will be very sad…

It won’t be the same!...”

I am stepping into the Church Street polls—“Amazing Grace”

“To vote” again for Ted Kennedy…

BY CLYDE SHEPPARD

Something From Within

BY NELSON BAKER

At first glance I was struck with terror And your essence was unbearable

As I fled Something from within my head Surged my curiosity

I looked into your eyes again For the first time Immediately, my fear was no more Having never looked back I began to explore your world Leaving behind parts of mine Recreating my favorite nursery rhyme

And as the changes inside Opened my newborn eyes I felt happiness again For what was once Is now truly a blessing in disguise

Everyone has a story to tell, of when they rose or when they fell.

Everyone has gone through a great amount.

But a helping hand and a loving heart, is a wonderful place for us to start.

Just take a moment, slow down, look around, get off your high horse and walk on the ground.

The places and people, the animals and trees; destruction and beauty is in more than we see.

While I walk through this place it's not just destruction I see, but optimism, hope, and a loving community People who have lost it all, lost their homes, lost their lives, lost their sisters or brothers, lost their fathers or mothers.

Yet these people still choose to give and love, and praise volunteers like a blessing from above.

But isn't giving a little love what it's all about?

Why yes, my friends, because it's the little things that count.

January 2010

Where are you now

BY JACKIE RAUBACH

Oh my dear friend who fell into the sky

Do you hear my soft prayer, do you hear my silent cry Where are you know, did you find a better place Is it farther in the sky, past time and space

I want to know are you happy, wherever you may be

I hope your simple answer can be trusted to live with me Are you past the galaxies, and far beyond the stars Far beyond mercury and far beyond Mars

I know you’re in the place of light, where joy comes every day Do you look upon us, in every possible way

Can you tell me one thing, does it make sense to cry After you left us and fell into the sky -

To Grandpa Valle, died October 27, 2005

Museum of Science Cont.

the Hajj—the largest gathering of people on Earth. Tickets on sale now; call 617/723-2500 or visit mos.org.

Film Synopsis: The story of Arabia spans 2,000 years of history but is told by three vibrant, modern-day Arabian citizens, each invested in learning more about their history and culture. The film’s real-life guides are Hamzah Jamjoom, a Saudi Arabian film student at Chicago’s De Paul University who returns home to make a film about his heritage; Nimah Nawwab, a writer, poet, and photographer who provides a young woman’s perspective on Arabia; and leading Arabian archaeologist Dr. Daifallah AlTalhi, who is digging into his people’s incredible past in the lost Nabataean city of Madain Saleh.

The journey begins with Hamzah’s trek from his urbane home city of Jeddah into the remote desert to explore his tribal roots among the Bedouins, the famously generous nomadic people who live in tent camps with their families and animals. After riding on camels, hunting with falcons, and encountering desert baboons, he heads to the coast where he will literally dive into another unseen realm of Arabia: the uniquely salty Red Sea. Under Arabia’s waters, Hamzah will explore a different world of dazzling coral reefs, distinctive

marine life, and ancient shipwrecks with stories to tell.

To better understand his people’s past, Hamzah meets up with archeologist Dr. Al-Talhi at the lost city of Madain Saleh, where soaring stone tombs cut into the cliffs and the ruins of a sophisticated oasis city have much to reveal about the origins of Arabian culture and its emphasis on trade and education. Here, in an age of enlightenment, the mysterious Nabataeans built a global center of learning, literacy, art, invention, and commerce with the wealth they amassed from trading frankincense and spices with the vast Roman Empire.

Largely unseen by the world

and full of intriguing riddles, these ruins come to life for the first time on the IMAX® dome screen.

Filmgoers will continue through Arabian history as the film delves into a second enlightened age of Arabia, the Islamic Golden Age, which began in the Middle Ages after the founding of the Islamic religion. Threedimensional CGI allows the audience to time-travel back to an extraordinary period when a vast Islamic empire made mathematical, medical, engineering and philosophical discoveries that rocked the world—and paved the way for modern science and technology.

For a glimpse into current times, writer Nimah Nawab takes up the narration, as she makes a deeply personal pilgrimage to the Hajj. The pilgrimage is of the most spiritually-charged events on the planet, when three million Muslim pilgrims make their way to the holy city of Makkah (Mecca) to reaffirm their faith. This profound experience, rarely seen by outsiders, is witnessed in all its emotions and stark humanity

by IMAX® cameras.

As the unforgettable journey of Arabia comes to a close, a question lingers: Is Arabia now in the midst of another prosperous period of transformation, a third golden age? While the future

remains unwritten, Hamzah, Nimah and Dr. Al-Talhi leave audiences with much to ponder about how the desert carved the Arabian soul—and how Arabian souls are reconciling with the modern world.

Arabia is produced and distributed by MacGillivray Freeman Films. The film is directed by Greg MacGillivray and produced by MacGillivray and Mark Krenzien from a screenplay by Jack Stephens.

Old Dogs Continued from page 8

shape to take care of two kids?

Just hearing the term “old” makes you think that these guys can’t take it.

Let’s go back to a few other old timers that have made a comeback doing the same material from before.

of Bernie Mac’s sudden death.

His passing was on August 9th, 2008, which pushed production back.

2. Along with the death of Bernie Mac, the Travolta family also suffered suffered a loss.

John Travolta’s son Jett passed on January 9th, 2009 from a sudden seizure from dealing with Kawasaki Disease, a rare illness that swells up the children’s blood vessels, mostly around the heart. It may or may not have affected production, but the family received lots of publicity for their loss.

Another thing to point out is about the title of the movie Old Dogs. Does it mean two fifty year old men are too out of

Clint Eastwood- He was in his 60’s when he still participated in cop movies, westerns, or projects where he had dangerous chasing scenes. Look back at The Rookie, In the Line of Fire, Absolute Power, and “Blood Work.” He was also making Dirty Harry movies well into his 50’s.

Harrison Ford- Not only did he do his own stunts in the thriller Firewall, but also in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Ford had to endure a three hour work-out for several months and went on a high-protein diet of fish and vegetables to get in shape for this movie. “Its not the years, it’s the mileage” said Indiana Jones (Raiders of the Lost Ark).

Even though the movie made an estimated $60 million worldwide, all actors or directors have something to fall back on.

Law Abiding Citizen Continued from page 9

Gerard Butler

against the other in exchange for a ten year plea bargain.

Ten years later, when the death sentence is carried out, it turns out to be more of a kill than anticipated. Not only does one of the killers die with more pain than imagined, the other one gets chopped up in a sick Manson, Bundy, and Dahmer way. When the police and district attorney’s office realizes that it was Shelton’s actions, they immediately arrest him.

When Nick gets a confession out of him, he thought that these killings would stop.

Wrong! Shelton is not only satisfied with killing the people who killed his family, but he is

works, but also how revenge can just keep growing and growing inside of us. I am reminded of a couple movies that tell us how horrible and/or desperate another person wants someone to pay for their loved ones and how revenge can lead to something worse.

Spider-Man 3- “It is not for one person to say whether a person deserves to live or die. Revenge is like a poison. It can take you over. Before you know it, it can turn us into something ugly (Aunt May).”

Batman Forever- “You make the kill. But your pain doesn’t die, it grows. So you run out into the night to find another face and another… and another… until one terrible morning you wake up and realize… that revenge has become your whole life… and you won’t know why (Bruce Wayne).”

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Werewolf Thriller continued from page 8

clear of stereotypical werewolf features, such as only being able to change during a full moon and silver bullets.

Believed by many to be the source of the modern English word werewolf, the term "vargulf" describes a particular type of wolf which kills members of a shepherd's flock. More than just a suspenseful tale, Garrity intends for Vargulf to be an entertaining read that deviates from the typical werewolf story.

Vargulf is available for sale online at Amazon.com and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author Tim Garrity has a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Northeastern University. This is his debut novel. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts.

Tim Garrity

Holmes Continued from page 9

Robert Downy Jr., and his crafty partner Dr. John Watson, played by Jude Law, now venture on one of their biggest investigations of their time.

With Sherlock’s old flame Irene Adler, played by Rachel McAdams, now in the picture, Sherlock now faces some of his pasts issues, both good and bad, along his journey. They use their amazing computer-like genius to inch closer and closer to an answer. Can black magic really threat London and possibly the world? See what Sherlock and Watson has to say about that.

Jude Law

also going after the entire justice system that was responsible for not taking the appropriate lawsuits in his case years ago.

This movie makes us see not only how the justice system

This movie was released in theaters on 10/16/09, and now you can see how one man is capable of anything to get justice for his lost love ones on DVD and BluRay 2/16/10

The Pennon is always on the lookout for writers, reporters, photographers, poets, and those familiar with graphic arts and marketing. Building a large group of members with many different qualities and attributes is our main objective.

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Spring 2010 Community Service Fair Lynn Campus Gymnasium Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Student Life would like to invite the NSCC community to our community service fair on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gymnasium of the Lynn Campus, McGee Building. We have set aside a snow date for February 17th, 2010.

Our event seeks to create a dialogue between the NSCC community, public, and community-based organizations on the North Shore.

Student Life is especially excited about the education part at this fair.

At the fair, students will have access to community-based organizations that provide services reflecting some of the greatest needs of the North Shore. So take this time to network, learn, and become agents of change by attending the fair.

Organizations attending the fair: Beverly Bootstraps Community Service Boys & Girls Club of Lynn Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts College Application Education Project, Inc. Greater Lynn Senior Services Healing Abuse Working for Change Lynn Arts, Inc. Lynn Community Connections Coalition Lynn Community Health Center Lynn Council on Aging Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development Lynn Senior Services My Brothers Table Neighbor to Neighbor North East ARC North Shore Community Action Programs Public Policy Institute Salem CyberSpace Social Capital, Inc. The Food Project, Inc. U.S. Census Wellspring House YMCA of the North Shore Please feel free to contact William Dowd with any questions: 918.762.4000, ext.2122 or wdowd@northshore.edu.

White Ribbon Campaign

Last year, North Shore Community College helped to make the historic Massachusetts White Ribbon Day campaign a success by joining with Jane Doe, Inc. as a White Ribbon Affiliate. Our campus campaign was a great success and a valuable addition to the tens of thousands of men in Massachusetts who pledged their commitment to take a stand against violence against women.

It’s now time for the third annual White Ribbon Campaign. As part of an international human rights effort, the Massachusetts 2010 White Ribbon Day campaign will invite all men to be part of the solution in ending violence against women and to help change the social norms that perpetuate and make excuses for violence against women.

As a White Ribbon Affiliate, we will again be operating our pledge drive for all male students and staff at NSCC to sign

the following pledge: From this day forward, I promise to be part of the solution in ending violence against women.

We will have tables set up from 10:00 to 1:00 on Tuesday, March 2, in the main lobby of the Danvers Berry building and outside of the 2nd floor cafeteria in the McGee Building.

Please stop by, sign a pledge, and wear a white ribbon to indicate your support in ending violence against women. Get involved, make a difference, and be a part of this worthwhile effort. Thank you for your s u p p o r t .

Resources Against Violence

Go Red For Women

Student Life encourages you to wear RED and Speak Up on February 5, 2010 for NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY benefitting the American Heart Association. Too many women die each year because they are unaware that heart disease is their No. 1 killer. Together we can bring a voice to this silent killer and help saves lives. Join us, women and men across America who are wearing red and speaking up to save women’s lives. To learn more, visit GoredWomen.org/WearRedDay.

A limited number of Red Dress Pins will also be available the week of February 1st for purchase from Student Life in LW171 and DB132.

Extended Schedule For Student & Faculty/Staff Photo ID/Library Cards in LW171 & DB132

Monday 2/1/10 Tuesday 2/2/10 Wednesday 2/3/10 Thursday 2/4/10

8am-12pm 8am-12pm 8am-12pm 8am-12pm

1pm 1pm 1pm 1pm

–3pm –3pm –3pm –3pm

Regular Schedule Monday thru Friday 9am-12pm &

5pm-7pm 5pm-7pm 5pm-7pm 5pm-7pm

1pm – 3pm

Please feel free to contact Student Life with any questions or concerns regarding this schedule Lynn LW171 at 781-593-6722 X2164 or Danvers DB132 at 978-762-4000 X5536

So you think you can DANCE?!

Ass part A part ooff A Arts rts in in A April, p r il, T TRiO RiO Student Student Support Support Services Services will w ill sponsor sp o n so r

“Dancing w with ith the Staff” on

Friday, April 9th at 7pm in the Lynn Gym.

WE W E ARE ARE C CURRENTLY URRENTLY S SEEKING E E K IN G D DANCERS ANCERS to showcase NSCC students, staff, & faculty pairings for a friendly dance competition to benefit SHOC S HOC (Stop (Stop Hunger Hunger on on Campus) Campus). Please join us! Come watch your professors & classmates sail sai (or stumble!) across the dance floor while raising money for a great cause!

CONTEST CONTEST REQUIREMENTS R E Q U IR E M E N T S

! Only NSCC faculty, staff, students, students & alumni may dance in the competition.

Each team must consist of at least ONE staff/faculty member AND ONE student.. Teams can be comprised of 2 or more members (there is no limit). Retired NSCC staff/faculty also are eligible.

! Each team is allowed to dance to ONE song of their choice (under ( er 5 minutes in length) in any style of their choice (ballroom, hip hop, freestyle, group, tap, jazz, ballet, etc.). etc.)

! Teams rehearse on their own time & provide their own costumes.

Sadly, there there is no budget for this fundraiser, so please keep costumes low cost & simple.

! Team member names (including whether the person is staff/faculty/student/alumni), emails, dance style, & song title need to be submitted to Donna Davis (ddavis@northshore.edu ((ddavis@northshore.edu) ddavis@northshore.edu)

by March 1st.

! Teams need to providetha CD with their song choice clearly

indicated by March 24 for use on the evening of the event. event

! Teams must attend a DRESS REHEARSAL on a date TBA. ! All dancers are expected to arrive by 6:00pm 0pm on Friday, April 9tthh and be ready to compete (in costume) by 6:30pm. The show begins at 7pm.

! Please contact Donna Davis (ddavis@northshore.edu (ddavis@northshore.edu /ext. / 5435) with any questions.

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Join Program Council!

THIS GROUP PLANS AND COORDINATES A VARIETY OF SOCIAL, CULTURAL, AND ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMS FOR THE ENTIRE COLLEGE COMMUNITY. PAST ACTIVITIES HAVE INCLUDED AIR BRUSH T-SHIRTS, PSYCHIC READINGS, AND MASSAGE THERAPY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT VICTORIA PASCIUTO AT VPASCIUT@NORTHSHORE.EDU.

Hey guys, this is Dan Riley, president of the NSCC Gamers’ Club. I’d like to invite any and all of you to partake in this club.

First off however, what is it?

What do we do here in the Gamers’ Club? Well, I’m glad you asked. The Gamers’ Club, much to your surprise, is a place where you come and… play video games. Yes, that’s right.

Your only obligation to the club is to have fun playing video games. I know, it’s a heavy burden, but someone has to do it.

BY VICKI NICKERSON

Gamers’ Club

Page 13 – NSCC Pennon record, if you’re even remotely interested in Smash Brothers there are many members who are very much into the game!

Okay, I’ll admit it; I’m one of those die hard Smash fans.

At said club you can play the 360, PS3, and Nintendo Wii. We’ll also have retro gaming days where you can expect to play NES, SNES, Sega, N64, etc. I’d like to note that joining said club is absolutely free, so please feel free to stop by and check out the festivities. You’re more than welcome to bring in your own gaming systems, games, and controllers. If you’re good at a particular game, why don’t you bring it to school and see where you sit with the other students? For the

In conclusion, please feel free to stop on by the Gamers’ Club.

We meet once a week in the student lounge and the schedule is posted around the school. If you have any questions E-mail us as at: nsccgamers@northshore.edu Thanks for your time, Dan Riley

North Shore Community College students, faculty and staff. Sloopy Joe, played by Michael Watt, a student at NSCC, kicked off the show with a fabulous introduction encouraging the audience to get involved as this production was an interactive comedy that engaged the audience often resulting in hisses and boos towards the wicked witch and a few select pirates. With improv at its best, no two shows were the same. After reviews from audience members, characters that most stood out were the

perky cruise director Julie who was always trying to help solve people’s problems with activities, Julie was played by Student Life’s own Lisa Milso. Matthew was not only responsible for modernizing this classic novel by including gadgets such as IPods, he also played the part of Long John Silver, a greedy treasure seeking pirate with a soft side. Each of the three performances drew large crowds with many spectators coming back for a second and sometimes third dose of fun and laughter.

PAC Play Update

Treasure Island, A Piratical Panto was a production put on by the Performing Arts Council under the direction of Matthew Woods, the Performing Arts Council Coordinator. The show ran through the second weekend in December and took place in the Lynn Gym which was transformed into a theatre by a hardworking stage crew. Treasure Island was inspired by the classic novel written by Robert Lewis and modernized by Matthew. The cast included

The engineering club held their fall semester engineering competition on November 19th in the Lynn Cafeteria. It was a marvelously successful event that promoted team work, sharing of engineering and physics knowledge, and good fun.

Thirteen teams and 29 students competed with only one broken egg (Perhaps the omen of the number 13 is true).

Congratulations to the winning team of Tanim Ahmed, Khoa Ho and Guito Joassaint; runner up team awards went to Vanna Trieu and Alexis Perna, and the most creative capsule was awarded to the team of Denny Driscoll and Joshua Van. The club wants to extend a special thank you to the event’s creativity judges Dr. Rumiya Masagutova, Professor George Walsh and Donna Mealy who reviewed and discussed the capsule designs with each of the competing teams. We also want to acknowledge our favorite faculty fan Wally Hersey.

Professor Joyce Jeong and her Physics I student Jamie Munoz presented a summary and display of the physics involved in

Group of the Month The Engineering Club

the design of an effective egg drop capsule. Physics 2 students Shawn Schryer and Mike Gallant worked behind the

effectively with the Bridges to the Stars group to offer a bake sale in conjunction with the engineering competition.

scenes with the magic excel program that quickly calculated the scores and presented us with the winners.

Students and Professors graciously contributed to the goodies sold. We need also extend our appreciation to the student life office and the facilities management team for helping us complete a successful event and share the joy of engineering with more of the NSCC community. Look for more competitions and events next semester.

The club officers and distinguished members President Angel Barrientos, Vice President Albert Andino, Tanim Ahmed, Sokchea Tep, and Gisselle De la Cruz worked

CAMPUS POLICE:

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12/01/09 1:26 pm Lynn Campus: Staff member called campus police requesting assistance with a man who needed medical help.

The person did not require additional medical treatment and went home.

12/01/09 1:58 pm Lynn Campus: Woman reported a stolen backpack from the women’s room on the first floor.

There was no money in the bag but books worth over $90.

12/02/09 9:50am Danvers Campus: Dispatch received a call stating that there is a medical emergency in the Allied Health Building.

Danvers Emergency Center was called.

12/07/09 2:14 pm Lynn Campus: Dispatch received a call stating that there was a highly intoxicated male walking around in front of T122 class, swinging a hammer around, striking objects with the claw end of the hammer.

All available officers were dispatched and Lynn police as well as the MBTA police were notified. All police officers present searched the garage and the entire perimeter and were unable to locate the individual.

The only damage found was to some trees located on Market Street.

12/08/09 11:27AM Danvers Campus: Graffiti found in Women’s bathroom in the Health building

12/09/09 9:01 am Danvers Campus: Ford pick truck rolled into a parked vehicle in Lot 1.

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The operator forgot to engage the parking brake, operators exchanged paper work.

12/10/09 11:39 am Lynn Campus: A student was asked to leave the library due disruptive behavior.

12/11/09 4:53 pm Lynn Campus: Officer Scouten and Sgt Thomas saw a male coming out of women’s room and they stopped and question him. It turns out there has been a warrant of arrest for the party and he had possession of some drugs. He requested to be taken to the hospital for evaluation also. Atlantic 214 transported him to Union hospital with the escort from officer Martocchio.

The man stated that he was in the women’s room with a female companion who also has an active warrant. Campus police transported him to Lynn police headquarters for courtesy booking from the Union hospital.

12/14/09 9:15 pm Danvers Campus: A possible unknown medical aid in Lot # 2 is reported. It turns out that a female, who just had surgery within a week was complaining of trouble breathing. Sgt Vaccaro was assisting the woman who was later transported to Salem Hospital by Lyons ambulance.

12/15/09 5:28pm Lynn Campus: Officer Ventura reported a possible female in the arcade area at the MBTA garage. Sgt Thomas and Sgt. Vicar responded to the scene.

Sgt Thomas reported that the female party was unresponsive and Transit Police, Lynn Fire, and Atlantic Ambulance were contacted. The female party was taken to Union Hospital by Atlantic Ambulance.

12/17/09 6:00am Danvers Campus: The fire alarm in the Allied Health and Science building was going off.

12/17/09 8:22am Danvers Campus: Student reported that her car was possibly keyed while parked in lot 6 on 12/16/09. Officer Pierre took photos.

12/17/09 8:50pm Lynn Campus: EMT instructor reported that student was being disruptive in class because he found out that he was not eligiAll submissions are subject to editing and not all submissions will be published or receive a personal response.

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ble for the state exam. The professor stated that he was disruptive in the past, but not during that class. The professor wanted to notify campus police, but campus police did not want to speak with the student.

12/18/09 8:32AM Lynn Campus: Dr. Williams reported that an 18-year-old female student was having an allergic reaction to something she ate, officers were dispatched. Officer Bettencourt reported that patient was having some type of allergic reaction not caused by food because she had been having symptoms for two days. An ambulance was dispatched but the female student refused and left the college with a ride from her mother.

12/29/09 7:38AM Danvers Campus: A report of a 4-inch gas main ruptured on the Danvers campus exterior construction site. Danvers Fire Department, Danvers Police and NSTAR were called. The gas line was clamped down as a temporary fix. All fire units were cleared from the scene.

Office Pierre did a walk through of the Berry building and the Allied Health building checking for any odor of natural gas. No odor was found. The Friends building had a slight odor of gas but the Fire Department deemed the building safe.

1/5/10 2:50PM Lynn Campus: Dispatch was notified of a confrontation between six men in the Broad street lot. Sgt Vaccaro, Cpl Gaudenzi and officer Ostrander responded and observed several individuals with firearms dressed in plain clothes. The individuals identified themselves as state police officers and provided ID’s.

1/13/10 9:22AM Danvers Campus: An emergency call from the school nurse was received regarding a 46year-old woman with shortness of breath and abdominal pain in room DB213. An ambulance was dispatched and the woman was transported to Beverly Hospital.

1/19/10 9:42AM Lynn Campus: A female reported that her ATM card was taken from the Student Life office and used off campus on 1/15/10.

This is under investigation.

Hispanic Health Care Continued from page 7

tion and inclusion in rehabilitative treatments. With both the elderly and the young, if a friendly rapport has been established with the family members, it is likely that they will be respectful of and participatory in suggested activities upon discharge. Find ways to include the family in the recovery process. Have occupational or physical therapists teach the family how to “play games” with the patient that will speed healing along. Have nurses show the family how to give a back rub or apply soothing to a scar. lotion A loving, supportive family is one of a patient’s greatest assets in returning to function, and a sensitive health care provider can form a team to make for a very successful outcome.

Interaction with people with different life experiences offers an opportunity for learning about the diverse world we all live in together. Americans, being so goal oriented, can easily put too much attention on paper work and time schedules and therefore miss the signals that foretell confusion and cultural based anxiety. Patience, curiosity, tolerance and respect in the medical setting are qualities that will

go far in regard to establishing positive relationships with patients and co-workers alike.

Exploring cultural differences and employing sensitivity and understanding of them will help to ensure successful treatments and outcomes for patients from any background.

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History of Chocolate Continued from page 7

capitals saw fashionable chocolate houses appear which catered to the wealthy. The processing of cacao beans into chocolate spread to the Americas as well. In 1765, chocolate began to be manufactured in Dorchester, Massachusetts. Cacao beans were brought to the American colonies by sea captains that had traveled to the West Indies.

Chocolate, however, remained a luxury few could afford until the mid- nineteenth century.

Today chocolate is a flavor that many people cannot do without.

To some chocolate is a pleasant taste, to others it’s an addiction. The term chocoholic is

EDITOR IN CHIEF .........................................................NELSON BAKER MANAGING EDITOR .....................................................NICOLE GIUNTA WEB EDITOR ...............................................................................OPEN LAYOUT EDITOR............................................MARTHA/AVRIL DUNCAN BUSINESS EDITOR .......................................................NICOLE GIUNTA HEALTH & SCI EDITOR.........................................................................OPEN FEATURES EDITOR .......................................................................OPEN FACES IN THE HALL .................................................VICKI NICKERSON PHOTO EDITOR ............................................................................OPEN NEWS EDITOR ...................................................STACIA CHAMBERLAIN GROUPS & CLUBS EDITOR .............................................KATIE WALSH SPORTS WRITER........................................................ADAMO PULZONE ADVISOR ...............................................................VICTORIA PASCIUTO

used to describe those who cannot live without chocolate. Especially in America it is easy to satisfy that chocolate fix.

Nearly every store that sells edible goods will have something chocolate, many fridges and pantries out there have at least one chocolate flavored item in them. So next time you taste something chocolate, while you are savoring it’s spectacular flavor, remember that without South America and it‘s people, the tasty treat that many love so much would not exist.

STAFF & WRITERS:

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PAC = PERFORMING ARTS COUNCIL *DB208 & LE307 **DB132 & LW171

Important Numbers

Events are Subject to Change

CONNECTING ALL DEPARTMENTS: Lynn: (781) 593-6722 Danvers: (978) 762-4000 Beverly Cummings Center (978) 236-1200

Math & Writing Lab Lynn x6254 Danvers x5417 Hawthorne x1544

FEBRUARY 2/1-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Withdrawal through Week 2: 100% tuition refund. No refund on fees.

2/11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deadline to petition for spring graduation 2/12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deadline to change from audit to credit or credit to audit 2/15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

President’s Day, Holiday

Computer Lab Lynn x6296 Danvers x5569

Library

Lynn (781) 477-2133 Danvers (978) 762-4000 x.5526

Book Store

Lynn (781) 477-2127 Danvers (978) 762-4046

NSCC Winter/Spring Academic Schedule

MARCH 3/17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Evacuation Day, Holiday 3/22-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spring recess, day and evening classes 3/29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Classes resume

APRIL 4/9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Final Exam Schedule distributed to students via email and posted on Pipeline 4/19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Patriots’ Day, Holiday 4/23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deadline for IP Contracts for Fall 2010 4/24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the College with a “W” grade

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Day classes end 5/17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Evening classes end 5/17-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Final Exam period, day classes 5/21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grades due by noon 5/27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Graduation 5/31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Memorial Day, Holiday

Weather Hotline (978) 762-4200

Summer Session I May 24 – July 1

Summer Session II July 12 – August 19

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Are you graduating?

Need money to continue your education?

The Alumni Association awards $1000 scholarships every year to students completing a certificate or degree program and continuing on to a 4-year school. Awards are based on merit, academic scholarship and campus/community service.

You must have already completed a program or be graduating in May or August of 2010 to be eligible.

Featured left is one of last year’s scholarship recipients, Kevin Amon, Class of ’09. Kevin graduated from NSCC’s Liberal Arts program last year and transferred to Brandeis University. The North Shore Community College Alumni Association is proud to assist Kevin in pursuing his goal of becoming a cardiologist. (Your browser may not support display of this image.) Let us help you reach your academic goals! Scholarship information and applications are available now in Student Support, Financial Aid, and Alumni Office located at DB 330, as well as online on the NSCC Alumni webpage.

Application deadline is March 1, 2010. For more information, contact Sandy Rochon in the Alumni Office at (978)762-4000, ext 5481/5482 or srochon@northshore.edu.

What are your thoughts on the devastating earthquake that has destroyed the country of Haiti? What do you think NSCC as a community can do to help?

Billy has family in the Dominican Republic that he feels has also been affected by this earthquake.

BY VICKI NICKERSON

He hopes that the Dominican Republic will do all that they can to help their neighbor Haiti.

Billy would like to see NSCC raise money through events held on campus. He feels that this would be a strong way to help in the relief efforts that are so desperately needed.

“It’s a sad situation that makes you cry.” Seema was visibly passionate about this subject when I approached her with the question.

She believes that this is a time when we should come together as a college to help in any way that we can.

Seema thinks that by doing fun events on campus we can raise money to help with the relief efforts.

“One way that NSCC could raise money for relief would be to hold a concert, a dance, or even our own North Shore Idol.”

Ryan felt really sad about the whole situation. “They are our neighbors.”

North Shore could hold a fundraiser with the proceeds going to Haiti. Ryan stated that clean drinking water is a huge issue in their country right now and maybe NSCC could target a problem area such as that.

Nicole was very upset by the recent earthquake in Haiti.

“A tragedy upon tragedy, Haiti was already suffering.”

She thinks that a good way to get Haiti the help that it is in such dire need of is to have the Dominican Republic combine forces with Haiti in their attempt to rebuild their country.

Nicole suggested that NSCC could send a group of people to help rebuild. She feels that if you send money, it could end up in the wrong hands and not make it to help the victims who are suffering so much.

“It’s unbelievable to me, Haiti had it so bad to begin with, that for this to happen was just devastating.” Kathleen cannot even imagine the devastation that these people are living through. No matter how many images she sees, she believes that it is so hard for so many people to process what is actually going on and how bad it actually is.

She believes that if our country were to be more lenient with their adoption laws, it would make adoption easier and give the children of Haiti a place to call home.

Sheri-Ann had some really good ideas on how NSCC can help the relief effort in Haiti. She thinks it would be a great idea to hold fundraisers. Some ideas for fundraising that she had were to sell student creations such as art or poetry, with all the proceeds going to the children of Haiti.

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