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3 MAX JOSQUIN 4 PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH 5 PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH CONT. 6 SNOW PLANS

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SFCC mourns loss of instructor

Max Josquin, information systems instructor at SFCC for 20 years, dies November 27th.

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SFCC has lost one of its seasoned instructors and long-standing department chairs.

Max Josquin passed away Nov. 27 after a 2 1⁄2 year struggle with cancer. Josquin had been a computer science/information systems instructor at SFCC since 1998.

Prior to his time at SFCC, he worked in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, as a system/network administrator for the Coeur d’Alene school district, as an instructor at Eastern Washington University and North Idaho College, and as an instructor at the French-Japanese Institute of Tokyo for the French Ministry of Culture.

“Max was from Bayonne, France, as he liked to remind me,” Thomas Wear, an Information Technology professional who graduated from the SFCC program and was a previous student of Josquin, said in an email. “The home of the bayonet.”

Josquin became a full-time instructor in 2000. His bio on the SFCC website states one of his main goals in his position was to increase the enrollment and retention of female students in the IT program at SFCC. “Max was an inspiring teacher,” said Jim Brady, the dean of computing, math and science at SFCC. “Helping his students learn, guiding their plans and inspiring their goals and dreams.

“He was also loved by those of us who worked with him for his endless positive outlook. His impact as the chair of the department and for being Max.” Josquin recently received an Advanced Technological Education grant from the National Science

Courtesy of Colin Mulvany | The Spokesman Review Max Josquin, the dean of math, science, and computing, taught at SFCC for 20 years and helped create a bachelor of applied science degree for the college.

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“Before each class Max would say, ‘Good morning geeks,’ ” Wear wrote. “I am a better IT person than I would have been without having met Max Josquin.”

Josquin’s services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, on the SFCC campus in the music auditorium. Services will be followed by a potluck in the Student Union Building.

“He was a tireless advocate for his students, his instructors and his program,” Brady said. “He will be missed for a very long time and never forgotten.”

Memorial service A CCS memorial service for Max Josquin will be held at 1 p.m. Dec. 15 in the SFCC music building auditorium with a potluck in the SUB to follow.

Max’s wife, Jill, has requested that if you have songs that remind you of Max, or pictures of you with Max, they can be sent to jim.brady@sfcc.spokane. edu by Friday, Dec. 7. If you would like to speak at the service, please email Jim Brady, also by Friday, who will then forward information to Jill.

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SFCC searches for permanent president After previously failed search, acting president discusses college’s second attempt to fill top role.

Nicholas Rollins and Madison Pearson The Communicator Once again, a nationwide search for the position of president at Spokane Falls Community College has begun. After a failed search in 2018, SFCC is on the hunt for a qualified candidate who will begin July 1, 2019.

On June 30, 2017, Janet Gullickson left SFCC after five years to lead Germanna Community College in Fredericksburg, Virginia, so on July 1, 2017, 50-yearold Darren Pitcher who had held the position of vice president of learning and student services was appointed acting president.

After a seven-month stint, Pitcher ​resigned Feb. 26, 2018, amid allegations of workplace sexual harassment, which he has denied. CCS launched an investigation into the claims, but were mum on the details.

“The investigation was closed after Pitcher submitted his resignation letter and no conclusion was reached,” Carolyn Casey, spokeswoman for the Community Colleges of Spokane, told The Spokesman-Review earlier this year. “His departure did not involve a legal settlement or any non-disclosure agreements.”

SFCC has been without a permanent president since the sexual harassment allegations came to light.

Nancy Fair-Szofran, formerly the CCS provost, was appointed acting president following Pitcher’s resignation and continued in that role after the failed presidential search in May, when two finalists were turned down by the

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Nancy Fair-Szofran took over the role of acting president in May 2018 after previous president Darren Pitcher resigned amid allegations of sexual harrassment.

CCS chancellor of the Community Colleges of Spokane.

Szofran has held many positions during her nearly 50-year career.

“Prior to coming to Wash-

ington, I worked in higher education,” Szofran said.

Szofran joined the Community Colleges of Spokane as provost in 2012 after working at Mt. Hood Community College in Oregon.

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“SFCC is a great college,” Szofran said. “We’re like a family.

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Continued from page 4 We know each other and we spend a lot of time together. You get that feeling that we care a lot about each other here.”

“We have 5,382 students here at SFCC,” Szofran continued.

“Every one of them is fabulous; they’re all special; they’re all unique and I love our students, and I have to say our faculty and our staff feel the same way. Students come first.”

While Szofran was only temporarily placed into the position, the CCS website indicates that, “SFCC’s current acting president will not be a candidate for the permanent appointment as president.”

“I don’t know what I will do when I leave here,” Szofran said.

“I haven’t figured that out yet.”

But Szofran said she received some sound advice for someone close to her, years ago.

“He said, ‘Don’t make any hard decisions when you are in the midst of emotions (like when you retire). Don’t force it. You will know when it is right,” she said. ​ “Right now and until June, I am just focusing on what is in front of me. We’ve got to set the stage for the new president to come in.”

The relaunched presidential application process began Nov. 1 and will close on Dec. 14. While a minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited university with five years of relevant administrative experience is required, a doctorate is preferred.

“When we did the presidential search last year it was a failed search,” Szofran said. “I chaired that search. This time, I am not involved with the search at all.”

Szofran said the search process is confidential.

“And many times someone who has applied to the position is a current president somewhere else and does not want their employer to know they have applied to a position,” she said.

So the process remains confidential to protect them, Szofran

“There is a difference between hearing and listening. My hope is that the new president can honor the past and know the difference.”

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said.

“These are high-stake positions and so we try to protect their confidentiality,” she said.

Szofran said applications appeared immediately when the search opened again.

“I believe last time we received 22 applications. We won’t know how many applicants there are until the application deadline,” she said.

The applicants will then come to campus, where they will attend open forums.

“Students need to attend these forums and fill out the evaluation forms,” Szofran said.

“It’s essential. The chancellor will read those comments. She cares about what the rest of us sees and thinks.”

Having been in the position for months now, Szofran has some words of wisdom for the future president, whomever it may be.

“My advice to the new president is to listen,” Szofran said.

“There is a difference between hearing and listening. My hope is that the new president can honor the past and know the difference.

“The hardest part of this job has been dealing with the emotional upheaval. It’s a harder job when you have to come in and pick up pieces. It was hard to be patient, but with the emotions it had to be one day at a time.”

Szofran continued: “We have

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For more information

The search committee and CCS chancellor are committed to providing updates throughout the process at appropriate intervals. This will be done by posting updates on the presidential search page. Campuswide emails and news releases may also be issued to draw your attention to the presidential search page at important points in the process.

The search page can be found at https://bit.ly/2FWK9AI

Presidential profile Specific traits, characteristics and personal competencies were cited during the survey process and are critical to the success of our future president. This is called the presidential profile. It lists such traits as: Higher Education Leadership Integrity Communication Commitment Organizational Leadership Wisdom Change Leader Decisive The presidential profile can be found at https://bit.ly/2rk896o

Terms of employment for presidential position Salary: $189,054 Total compensation: $233,850 Anticipated date of employment: July 1, 2019

now healed to a point that we are being productive and are moving forward. We are finally emotionally healthier than we were.”

Final interviews for the top three or four candidates will be held during the month of March.

A screening committee, designated by the district chancellor, will conduct the interviews.

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Times and dates for the open forums are to be determined.

The selection and the announcement of the winning candidate will tentatively be held April 1, and t​he new president will take over on July 1.

“Our staff and students deserve our best and that’s what we are trying to do here,” Szofran said.

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Preparing for snow and winter weather in Spokane Shelby Witt

The Communicator With winter fast approaching, it’s time to start drafting a plan for potential heavy snowfall.

However, Spokane and the rest of the Inland Northwest is predicted to have a break from the average 45 inches of snow it receives annually, according to the National Weather Service. The reason for a mild winter is that forecasters predict a weak El Nino during the Northern Hemisphere winter of 2018-19.

Even so, the city of Spokane still has plans in place for snow removal in the most efficient way possible. The city is urging citizens to follow suit

to avoid frustrations and confusion.

Part of the city’s plan this year is to execute more plowing with more equipment in the event of a heavy snowfall. City snow crews are also setting a goal of completing a full city plow in such events within three days, down from four, the city website says.

Citizens are asked to comply with particular snow removal protocol as well, making the winter transition as easy as possible for vehicles and pedestrians alike.

“It can be a challenge sometimes, keeping informed on the plow schedule when parking is already limited,” said Stephanie Plummer, a Browne’s Addition resident.

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Destressing with puppies ASG holds event before finals week.

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The Communicator The student government held a puppy destressing event on campus in the student lounge.

The event was a bigger attraction than they were anticipating, with only six 2-month-old brown Labrador puppies for the more than 100 people in attendance. As the event continued, the number stayed high as more people stopped by every minute.

The wait for the puppies was quiet with only a few groups speaking to each other, while “Shippin’ off to Boston” blasted over the stereo system.

“Chuck Morgan is here for the puppies,” said SFCC student Chuck Morgan, speaking in first-person. “I love the puppies, I understand the puppies, I’m there for the puppies. Words of Chuck Morgan.”

Needless to say the anticipation for the lovable brown balls of fur had the room buzzing.

Once the puppies arrived, students funneled into another room like a tsunami trying to fit into a water bottle. As if the flow of happiness and feelgood nature of the puppies,and the event weren’t enough, uplifting Christmas music played while a projection of a log fire burned on the wall. With the digital flames dancing its illusionary tango, the music played over all the noise. The tables were deserted as people opted to form semi-circles around the few puppies.

The event lasted until 2 p.m., with free groceries from the farmers market available to students, and 50-cent Italian sodas sold to those in attendance.

“This is the biggest event I’ve seen since I became involved in the club,” said Robert Belgarde, ASG club liaison.

While the puppies weren’t available for adoption at the event, they will be available for adoption at the shelter.

Puppies or dogs being brought into campuses around finals isn’t a random occurrence but happens with some frequency throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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The exposure to the dogs can have real positive effects on students. Whether it’s decreasing stress, reducing anxiety, or even something as dramatic as lowering the stress hormone cortisol levels in people. t was easy to see that no one was concerned about anything other than seeing the puppies and getting a delicious Italian soda. Ear to ear smiles on nearly every face in the room, guy, woman, young and younger (someone brought toddlers). With the roaring success of this event it is obvious that dog is still man’s best friend.

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The Communicator Jessica Sleight spoke to a room of 21 people on Nov. 16 about the merits and uses of acupuncture. The topics were incredibly varied, ranging from military use to being used to help reduce stress.

The goal of acupuncture is to help the body find balance with the application of needles to select pressure points on the body. However for this specific seminar, Sleight used the ear for the placement of the needles. She made it clear that the needles can be placed on pressure points throughout the body.

“The ear is a microcosm of the body,” Sleight said.

Sleight has had very intensive training in her field. After her graduation from Maryland University, she continued to learn from training from experts in acupuncture. This close relationship has given her insight into her field that many others lack when trying to explain the benefits of the art of needles.

A performer of acupuncture will try to regulate any of the 12 pulses within the body, with six being found on either side. The placement of the needles is very precise to a select pressure point, but these are not chosen at random. The pressure points are

dependent on the symptoms of patients.

A typical resting period after the needles are in is about a half-hour.

There are five points in the ear, each with a corresponding effect on the entire body. The placement of the needles needs to be exact and precise; if a nerve is hit, then the patient will feel an electrical current sensation throughout their body, which may not be a very enjoyable experience.

Sleight had a smile as she went about her work, while those at the lecture awaited their fated turns. Each person was a mix of smiles and not-sosuppressed nervousness. She explained that some bad reactions could include nausea and lightheadedness. Sleight said it is important to state that negative effects are very rare. This was the only bad reaction of those in attendance.

Sleight placed four needles in each ear; one in the upper-inner ear, middle, one crossing the middle and one in the bottom.

“It feels kind of heavy, you know,” said Yasuka Huff an instructor at SFCC. “ I think this is a great experience for students to be able to have.”

“I don’t really feel it,” said SFCC student Evelyn Calderon.

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standard military treatment, while the other group was given the acupuncture treatment. They used a 10-point numeric pain scale. The acupuncture patients who received the treatment scored significantly lower than the group that only received the standard treatment, 5.2 vs. 6.9. There were also no adverse effects found in any of the acupuncture patients.

Mike Hutchins, a doctor based out of Missoula, Montana, recalled a groin surgery in which he did not use any anesthetic on the patient, because he wanted to use acupuncture to try to numb whatever pain might come about during the surgery.

He prepped the anesthesia just in case things went wrong very quickly. The doctor began the surgery, and to his surprise, the patient only complained of slight pain once, whereupon he placed a few more needles, and continued the surgery. At no point in the surgery did the doctor apply any medication. If that wasn’t enough, after being wheeled out to his car, the patient drove himself home.

In addition to acupuncture, other therapeutic treatments include cupping and scraping. A well-known user of cupping would be swimmer Michael Phelps, who sported purple bruises on his shoulders during the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

For some of those who are Washington residents, it is also important to note that acupuncture can be covered by insurance.

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Students give back this holiday season SFCC does its part to give help communities in need Shelby Witt The Communicator The holiday season can be a time of chaos and stress for many of us. The time we dedicate to shopping, wrapping, gifting, decorating, planning parties and family events can all be distracting from what the season is truly meant to be, and no, it’s not that new laptop or set of Beats headphones you fearlessly ventured out for on Black Friday.

With so much emphasis on material wealth and excess during this time, it could be easy for a lot of consumers to forget that there are thousands of people in our own community who are struggling to obtain mere necessities. Things like a hot meal, clean clothes, hygiene products and even friendly conversation and recognition are great things to donate to those in need.

SFCC participates in multiple donation and volunteer events that extend an open invitation to all students, staff and facility.

Jeremy McVicker, the outreach programmer at SFCC, is the man responsible for orchestrating most of these events and student activities on campus.

The first event was an annual donation drive called Cold for Coats that collects clothing and hygienic necessities that benefit Catholic Charities of Spokane. To bring even more awareness to how important this need is to homeless communities in Spokane, the SFCC ASG and other student body members camp outside of the library for three days.

This year, Cold for Coats took place Nov. 13-16.

“It was cold. Nobody wants to be out there camping in tents,” McVicker said. “It’s uncomfortable, but it’s meant to be.”

The demonstration didn’t go without yielding results, and the ASG was able to gather and donate

Madison Pearson | The Communicator The ASG Tree of Sharing can be found in front of the fireplace in the SUB Lounge. Tags for gifts are available until Friday, Dec. 7, and will benefit children at the SFCC Early Learning Center.

a substantial amount of necessary items.

“It proves a point and we did get a lot of donations to benefit Catholic Charities for those in need,” he said.

SFCC students also donated their time volunteering at Tom’s Turkey Drive on Nov. 20 outside of the Spokane Arena. Tom’s Turkey Drive is a Thanksgiving food drive hosted

by KREM 2 News’ Tom Sherry; and sponsored by nearly a dozen independent Spokane businesses.

This was the first year the ASG participated by volunteering for the turkey drive to hand out over 11,000 meals to the community.

“Second Harvest reached out and I responded of course,”

McVicker said, “I’m going to sign up our whole team”.

Lastly, with the Christmas season quickly approaching, ASG is also hosting a Tree of Sharing event on the SFCC campus in the lobby of the SUB through Friday, Dec. 7.

There is a Christmas tree with nearly 40 donation tags available for anyone to commit to a specific item of need. Most of the items being asked for this event are more for leisure than necessity, as they benefit young children.

“All of the presents that are bought are going to benefit the kids that utilize our Early Learning Center here on campus,” McVicker said.

With so many options to choose from this holiday season,

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taking the time to donate to at least one charity should be at the top of everyone’s list this year.

To donate, visit: ASG office SUB 135 SFCC Early Learning Center Building 29

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Living with S.A.D. and the winter blues

Ways to cope with and overcome wintertime sadness and depression.

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Christmas time is most ubiquitous with joy and festivity, after all, it is the “most wonderful time of the year”. But for one in 20 Americans, the coming snowfall and diminishing daylight signal the return for a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. Most will go through some type of “winter blues” as the seasons change. The cloudy weather and stress that stems from the end of the semester can lead to feeling downtrodden. What differentiates S.A.D. is it’s severity compared to the “winter blues.” S.A.D. is a clinically diagnosable form of depression brought on by the changing of the weather that occurs in the fall and winter months.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “To be diagnosed with S.A.D., people must meet full criteria for major depression coinciding with specific seasons (appearing in the winter or summer months) for at least 2 years.” They further add that “Seasonal depressions must be much more frequent than any non-seasonal depressions.”

Symptoms of S.A.D. include sleep problems, lethargy, overeating (with a particular craving for carbohydrates), anxiety, mood changes, and other depressive symptoms. To know if you have S.A.D. a diagnosis from a doctor is required.

The cause of S.A.D. is not fully known but one widely held explanation is a lack of vitamin D due to diminishing sunlight.

In the harsh winters of Alaska this is especially the case due to the almost total blackout that occurs throughout the winter months.

Lou Sander | Courtesy photo A man reads by the light of a typical light therapy unit that can be used to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Of course, the disorder is still found in the contiguous U.S. states, but in fewer cases depending on one’s proximity to the equator.

If you observe yourself exhibiting these behaviors, it’s highly recommended that you go speak to a mental health expert to see what your options are. Therapists often recommend a combination of psychotherapy and medication (specifically SSRI’s). Other non-prescription options include taking vitamin D supplement pills to compensate for the missing natural rays from the sun.

Another non-prescription option to make up for the lack of sun-

light is light therapy. To begin this process all you need is an artificial lamp that simulates sunlight without producing harmful UV rays.

These lamps can be found on Amazon for anywhere between $40 to $150 depending on the quality of the lamp. The most popular brand is Verilux with their apply named line of “HappyLight” lamps.

It is also recommended by mental health professionals to get as much exercise and outside activity as possible. Getting outside and spending time with friends and loved ones can help reduce feelings of isolation.

Some recommend taking a

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short vacation to a sunny location, if you’ve got the money to spare.

However this can backfire as University of Vermont psychology professor Kelly Rohan noted in a 2005 New York Times article. Rohan states that when it comes to sunny vacations “the problem is reentry.

It’s like going to sleep on the fourth of July and waking up on the 24th of December.” Be sure to take this into consideration before dropping your savings on a trip to Fiji.

Thousands of people across the United States suffer from S.A.D. however it’s a very treatable condition that with the proper care attention can be overcome.

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Men’s basketball opens 2018-19 slate Spokane returns leading scorers from 2017 in hopes of claiming title.

Jason Lybbert The Communicator The Spokane Sasquatch opened the 2018-19 Northwest Athletic Conference Basketball season with the 32nd Red Devil Classic held at Myklebust Gym in Longview, Washington.

Averaging 89 points per game through three games, the Sasquatch continued to flex their muscles winning the Red Devil Classic and outscoring opponents by about 15 points a game. For the fourth year in a row it was Spokane and Everett for the championship of the 2018 Red Devil Classic. Twelve lead changes and a few free throws down the stretch wheeled the Sasquatch to a 93-85 victory making Spokane the 201819 Red Devil Classic champions.

Spokane was led by tournament MVP and last year’s leading scorer Dedrick Pakootas with 22, while JR Delgado was named to the All-Tournament Team.

Spokane is returning two of the leading scorers from last year’s team, Pakootas and Delgado.

Spokane also led the league in scoring with 92 points last year.

Also returning is Asher Cox, who redshirted last season.

“Asher has really made the most of his redshirt year,” said CCS head coach Jeremy Groth.

“He has gotten a whole lot better in all areas of his game.”

Coming into a new season brings new challenges.

“This team is a very close group of guys who give it all they have for each other,” Groth said.

With the new season, comes incoming freshmen. Groth highlighted four freshmen who “have really contributed as freshmen” through the first three games this

Photos by Jason Lybbert | The Communicator Asher Cox, with the CCS men’s basketball team, practices in the CCS gym in preparation for the Red Devil Classic.

season.

Two freshmen, Garrett White and Tanner McClimet-Call both ended night one of the Red Devil Classic in double figures with 11 and 13.

More recently, the men competed in the Bigfoot Classic.

After scoring 100 points to open the Bigfoot Classic, the Sasquatch dropped a 64-59 contest to the penguins of Clark on Saturday at SCC. Sunday, the final day of the Bigfoot Classic, saw Spokane defeat the Gonzaga Club 76-70.

With the win, Spokane now sits at 5-1 on the season.

The MVP of the Bigfoot Classic was Clark’s Tyler Fernstrom, while Spokane’s Garrett White earned All-Tournament team.

Spokane has two preseason tournaments left: the Dale J. Bates Invitational in Eugene, Oregon, and the NWAC Crossover in Roseburg, Oregon.

Spokane has one more game in Everett before conference play begins in January at SFCC versus the Warriors of Walla Walla.

Upcoming men’s basketball games 12/7-12/9: Dale J. Bates Invitational (Eugene, OR.) 12/14-12/16: NWAC Crossover (Umpqua CC) 1/2: 7:30 p.m. at SFCC 1/5: 4 p.m. at SFCC

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CCS women begin 2018-19 season 23rd Everett Basketball Classic takes place Dec 7-9.

Jason Lybbert The Communicator The Spokane Sasquatch women opened up the 2018-19 NWAC basketball season with the annual Alumni game, a game that brings out former players who compete against current women’s basketball players. The current Sasquatch came away with the win 69-40 over the Alumni.

The season officially began Nov. 29 when Spokane played host to the Gonzaga Club at 6 p.m. inside SFCC. Spokane made quick work of the Gonzaga Club with a 78-49 win to open the 2018-19 campaign, a game that saw Spokane lead wire to wire, thanks in part to Jessica Olsen with 21 points. Koyama Young also got in on the action with 18. Alex-

ia Novelli and Rose Mongoyak also chipped in with 10.

With the win, Spokane now goes to 2-0 in the season.

The Sasquatch remained home to host the Cougars of Clackamas on Sunday SFCC before going on the road for the Everett Basketball Classic. The Sasquatch dropped a 74-71 loss to Clackamas Sunday. The Sasquatch were led by Alexia Novelli with 16 points. Four Sasquatch finished in double figures led by Novelli’s 16.

Shania Graham finished with 11, Koyama Young with 15, and Jessica Olsen chipped in 14. With the loss, Spokane drops to 2-1, with the 23rd Everett Basketball Classic this weekend.

The 23rd Everett Basketball Classic takes place Dec. 7-9 at the Walt Price Student Fitness Center on the campus of Everett Com-

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The CCS women’s basketball team who are 2-0 in the season thus far.

munity College in Everett,Washington. The Sasquatch opens with Southwestern Oregon at 2 p.m.

Friday, while the host Trojans open with Linn-Benton at 8 p.m. to round out day 1.

Admission for the Everett Basketball Classic is $5 per person per day, ages 12 and up. Everett faculty, students, and staff are free when you show your student ID card.

Volleyball caps off perfect season with title Jason Lybbert

The Communicator The Spokane Sasquatch volleyball team had a historic season going 35-0 overall, 16-0 in conference and locking up the No.1 seed in the East.

With the regular season in the books, it’s time for a little postseason volleyball. The Northwest Athletic Conference volleyball championships took place over the weekend at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, Washington.

Spokane coasted through the 2018 NWAC Volleyball Championships with wins over Clark, Lower Columbia, Highline, and host Pierce.

It was the Sasquatch and the Thunderbirds for the championship of the 2018 NWAC Volleyball Tournament. Needless to say, the Thunderbirds couldn’t withstand the attack of

the Spokane hitters.

The last time Spokane won the championship was back in 2009, when they finished in second place. Flash forward nine years to 2018, Spokane is champions once again, this time finishing undefeated and first in the conference.

Spokane finished with a perfect season going 40-0, 16-0 and finishing first in the NWAC East Region. The last time that a team finished undefeated and won the championship was back in 2008 when Chemeketa went 50-0, 10-0, and finished first in the NWAACs South Region.

Joelle Mahowald was named MVP of the tournament, with Alisha Straw and Lindsey Russell getting first team honors and Brooklyn Rainer getting second team honors. Also honored, Jenni Rosselli-Hull who was named NWAC Coach of the Year.

The 2018 Fall Academic Awards have been announced. CCS would like to recognize

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Taylor Gould, Anoipua Kaaloa, Joelle Mahowald, Ryley Sinclair and Alisha Straw. These five sophomores have a 3.25 GPA, 36 credits, and were recommended for the award by their respective colleges.

Congratulations to Spokane and all the teams that participated in the 2018 NWAC volleyball championships.

And recently announced, Spokane’s own Jenni Rosselli-Hull was named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association Coaches of the year list.

The 2018 Baden Athlete of the Year for volleyball is Joelle Mahowlad. The sophomore middle blocker led the NWAC in hitting percentage at 39.8, was second in blocks at 1.05 and was the NWAC Tournament MVP as well as the East Region MVP. Mahowlad has signed with the Yellowjackets of Montana State University Billings as announced by head coach Casey Williams on Tuesday. Mahowlad will join the team for the 2019 season.

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The Communicator 12.06.2018

Editor: Elijah Rollins sfcc.elijah.rollins@gmail.com

Taste the holidays with fruitcake This delicious bread is sure to impress holiday guests.

Elijah Rollins The Communicator Prep Time: 20 minutes Baking Time: 50-60 minutes plus cooling Makes: Four 9-by-5 loaves

Ingredients:

1 8-ounce package chopped, mixed, candied fruit (fruitcake mix) 1Âź cup golden raisins 2 Tbsp. candied orange peel 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted* (optional) 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups butter, softened 2 cups sugar 6 large eggs

Directions:

Preheat oven to 275 degrees.

Line the bottoms of four 9-by5-inch loaf pans with parchment paper. Grease sides.

In a small bowl, toss candied fruit, raisins, orange peel and walnuts with 1/2 cup flour. Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Beat in remaining flour.

Fold in fruit mixture.

Transfer to prepared pans.

Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Notes:

*To toast nuts, bake in a shallow pan in a 350 degree oven for 5-10 minutes or cook in a skillet over low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.

Candied fruitcake mix, raisins and orange peel can be soaked

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in rum for up to two or three days prior to using in fruit cake. Fruitcake mix should be covered and remain at room temperature while soaking. Fruitcake loaves can also be wrapped in rum-soaked cloth; dousing with rum daily over a threeweek period.